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RPG, also known as Role Playing Game, is a genre of video game or fiction in which players take on the role of a character in a given setting.

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8 Action RPGs That Have Steep Learning Curves

These RPGs are quite complex and feature steep learning curves, especially for beginners.

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8 Best Tactical RPGs With Deep Character Customization, Ranked

Those who love to customize their characters to be just the way they like are in for something special in these tactical RPGs.

The 6 Best RPGs With Realistic Day-Night Cycles, Ranked
6 Best RPGs With Realistic Day-Night Cycles, Ranked

From daylight exploration to nighttime dangers, discover the best RPGs with realistic day-night cycles, where time affects atmosphere and adventure.

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7 Best Tactical RPGs With Non-Linear Story Paths

Players who enjoy the freedom that comes with non-linear storytelling will love what the following tactical RPGs have to offer.

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Best Modern-Day CRPGs, Ranked

CRPG was once thought to be a dead genre, but games like Disco Elysium & Divinity Original Sin resurrected it. Here are the best modern ones.

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10 Best Tactical RPGs Inspired by Historical Events, Ranked

These excellent tactical role-playing games take inspiration from real historical events.

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8 Best RPGs Where You Can Travel Between Planets, Ranked

Pilot ships and explore planets in these unforgettable RPGs from across the globe.

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6 Best Tactical RPGs with Procedurally Generated Levels, Ranked

RPGs are known for presenting players with multiple challenges. Here are some titles in the genre with procedurally generated levels.

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8 Best RPGs For Fire Builds

The destructive power of fire awaits in these RPGs.

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28 Best Combat Systems In RPGs, Ranked

More recently, RPGs have incorporated combat systems that are satisfyingly fun to use. These games are the proof.

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10 Funniest Ways To Play RPGs

These games let players unleash funny weapons, playstyles, and dialogue choices.

Best RPGs with Branching Dialogue Trees, Ranked
8 Best RPGs with Branching Dialogue Trees, Ranked

Dialogue can be an essential part of roleplaying, and these titles did a fantastic job of incorporating it.

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5 RPGs With The Best Driving, Ranked

RPGs are known for offering players tons of options. Here are some of the best titles in the genre that have the best driving mechanics.

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Why The Witcher Game Fans Should Mark February 11 on Their Calendars

Fans of the Witcher franchise should mark February 11 on their calendars, because a new part of the series will be released that day.

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5 Best Western RPGs With Female Protagonists, Ranked
5 Best Western RPGs With Female Protagonists, Ranked

These awesome western RPGs are some of the best gameplay experiences for those who like a great female protagonist (or to create one).

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10 Most Complex Isometric RPGs, Ranked

Discover the most challenging isometric RPGs with deep mechanics, strategic combat, and intricate narratives that test your skills.

RPGs With The Best Ranged Combat, Ranked
8 RPGs With The Best Ranged Combat, Ranked

Ranging from magical spells to archery, to plain old guns, these RPGs bring ranged combat to a whole new level of enjoyment.

Why Another Kingdom Hearts Game Like Birth By Sleep Shouldn't Be Off the Table
Why Another Kingdom Hearts Game Like Birth By Sleep Shouldn't Be Off the Table

A new Kingdom Hearts prequel sounds like spinning the franchise's wheels at this point, but there's precedent showing that it could be the right move.

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10 Gaming Playstyles That Need More Love

From RPGs to FPS games, there are plenty of interesting playstyles that go underused.

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10 RPGs To Get Into The Genre

These RPGs are perfect for those who haven't played many, but are interested in the genre.

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