The best RPGs 2026: pick a role
The best RPGs 2026: pick a role
Lightsaber duels. Bloodthirsty vampires. Lizards who can talk to cats. Even dice-rolling, if you want to throw it right back to the tabletops of yore. No matter your preference, there's a role-playing game out there for everyone. RPG games have been around since the 1970s, but even after half a century, there are still new worlds to explore, characters to meet, and choices to make.
Some of our favorite RPGs aren't just great - they're also among the best PC games ever made. So, dear traveler, gather your party and prepare to head out. Your next big adventure could take you to the farthest depths of the underworld or up to the vast reaches of outer space. All you have to decide is what you do when you get there. Don't forget to pack a health potion or two.
The best RPG games on PC are:
1. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
"Hey, you. You're finally awake." No shortlist of the best RPGs is complete without Skyrim. The fifth installment of Bethesda's Elder Scrolls series is an institution that remains relevant and eminently playable long after its 2011 debut, tirelessly tugging players back in by their mage robes. Frankly, if you haven't played Skyrim, we can only assume you've been living under a rock. Or in a draugr crypt.
But what makes it so good? In a word, atmosphere. Skyrim has it in spades, supported by one of the most memorable musical scores in videogame history. Whether you're hurling fireballs at a gargantuan dragon on a mist-choked mountain peak or following the enigmatic chime of Nirnroot by a river's edge, Skyrim implores you to unravel every questline and leave no stone unturned.
The Elder Scrolls V doesn't just offer you an engrossing fantasy tale or satisfying freedom of choice. It endures because few other games nail that sense of adventure quite like Skyrim does. We also can't ignore the treasure trove of Skyrim mods currently taking up space on our hard drive - it's hard to say you've rolled credits when innumerable hours of fan-made questlines, cities, and whole expansions are just a click away. Let's face it, you've definitely got some time to kill before the Elder Scrolls 6 release date.
2. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II
While its predecessor alone is a fantastic addition to the Star Wars universe, KOTOR 2 takes George Lucas's epic space opera in an entirely new direction. No longer is the focus on the constant battle between Light and Dark, Republic and Empire. Instead, we're treated to a story that explores the nature of the Force and what it means to be cut off from it.
Shades of grey permeate KOTOR 2's tale of misfits and traitors. As the Exile, you are the Republic's last hope, but the choices you make often push you towards pragmatism; even the most well-intentioned good deed can beget evil. KOTOR 2 is as much about personal exploration as it is about gallivanting across the galaxy, getting into lightsaber battles, and using Force Powers - though there is plenty of that, too. This is Star Wars by way of Planescape Torment.
Still, our favorite aspect of KOTOR 2 is the relationships you forge with companions along the way. The clear standout is Kreia, the Exile's secretive mentor. She pushes the Exile, berates her, and attempts to teach her important lessons, all while presenting the Force in much more interesting ways than any of the films manage. It makes the pupil-mentor relationship between Luke and Yoda, or even Ben Kenobi, exceptionally dull in comparison. We also can't overlook PCGN alumni Jen Rothery's love of Atton Rand, which perfectly illustrates the lasting impression KOTOR 2 makes.
3. Clair Obscur Expedition 33
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is widely considered a love letter to the best JRPGs, and it's not hard to see why. From its intricate turn-based battles to the sprawling overworld map, Expedition 33 is a worthy homage to Final Fantasy. Still, between its Belle Époque stylings and dark narrative streak, it does more than enough to set itself apart from what came before.
Expedition 33's story follows a group of ragtag expeditioners on an ill-fated mission to break the annual cycle of death by facing the enigmatic entity known only as the Paintress. This epic journey is heartbreaking yet poignant as the expedition faces loss and stark revelations that upend their world. These hefty narrative punches are only matched by Expedition 33's combat, which features real-time elements and huge synergistic scope. Josh Brown's Clair Obscur Expedition 33 review deems it "an essential contribution" to the genre and a "new modern classic."
The journey from the shores of Lumiere to the feet of the Paintress is full of dangers and secrets. Death is always near, but RPG staples like weapons, attributes, and esoteric accessories called pictos imbue your expedition with new strength. There's really no other RPG out there where you'll get slapped about by a mime and walk away with a beret and a baguette. Sorry, France.
4. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Everything old is new again, and there's no greater proof than Oblivion Remastered. Bethesda and Virtuos take us back to Cyrodiil almost two decades after we broke out of the Imperial Prison to do it all over again, this time in Unreal Engine 5. A new leveling system, refined combat, and the ability to sprint are just some of the major updates to Bethesda's landmark RPG, but none of these changes come at the expense of its rugged charm.
If you need any more convincing, Nat Smith's Oblivion Remastered review deems it a "nostalgic throwback to Bethesda's golden years," and the perfect opportunity for new audiences to discover why The Elder Scrolls IV is so beloved. There's enough to set it apart from Skyrim to justify playing both. Oblivion's spell system leaves its younger sibling in the dust, to say nothing of its treasure trove of memorable quests.
Where to get started in Cyrodiil? The world is your oyster. Become a vampire, join the Dark Brotherhood, or see what's going down in Kvatch. Those Oblivion Gates aren't going to close themselves - but they can also wait for a few hundred hours if any other Oblivion Remastered quests take your fancy.
5. Path of Exile 2
There have been a lot of action RPGs that have gone toe-to-toe with Diablo, but only one has really stood the test of time. Path of Exile 2 is all the proof you need that Grinding Gear Games isn't content to sit in Blizzard's shadow. Boss fights in particular have evolved spectacularly from PoE 2's predecessor, boasting even more complex movement sets, flashier animations, and even multiphase encounters. Elden Ring is a key influence, and it really shows in these set pieces.
PoE 2 offers unparalleled buildcraft thanks to its sprawling passive trees and the freedom to mix-and-match both weapons and active skills. To quote Ken Allsop in our Path of Exile 2 impressions, Grinding Gear Games "rips up its own rulebook to create something that feels definitively new and exciting."
There's a Path of Exile 2 class to suit every playstyle. Want to transform into a bear, raise the dead, or turn a crossbow into a makeshift sniper rifle? You can do all that and more. If you're looking for a substantial isometric hack-and-slash RPG after Diablo 4, you can't get better than this.
6. Black Myth: Wukong
Black Myth: Wukong took the gaming world by storm in 2024, rising above the skepticism to become a fixture on GOTY shortlists. Serving as a pseudo-sequel to the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, this challenging action-adventure has you embody the simian 'Destined One' as they gather the relics required to resurrect the legendary hero, Sun Wukong.
Taking many of its combat cues from the best soulslike games, Black Myth: Wukong is a challenging but rewarding experience that will push you to master its myriad abilities and combos. In Nat Smith's Black Myth: Wukong review, she calls it "refreshing [and] ambitious" in its bid to "iterate upon FromSoftware's legacy rather than use it as a crutch."
However, Black Myth: Wukong is still an action RPG at heart. Its myriad skill trees and stances encourage players to tweak their build and adapt to each challenge, and there's no question that the Black Myth: Wukong bosses are some of the most memorable we've seen. Have you ever wanted to clash katanas with an anthropomorphic tiger in an outdoor spa filled with blood? Me neither, but Black Myth: Wukong makes that a reality.
7. Metaphor: ReFantazio
The latest and greatest offering from turn-based RPG maestro Atlus, Metaphor ReFantazio ditches the schoolyards of Persona and plonks you into a succession thriller set in a post-medieval fantasy world. The king of Euchronia is dead, the crown prince is missing, and a nationwide election to find the next ruler is underway. As the prince's lowborn friend, you have entered the contest in his stead.
The race for the crown is as perilous as you'd imagine, with political powers and the unwashed masses all playing a major part in your ascension. Metaphor ReFantazio characters are the major draw here. Their personalities embolden the storytelling, inform their archetype, and feed back into the RPG's themes of fellowship and allied bonds.
Aaron Down's Metaphor ReFantazio review deems it "a must-play for anyone with even a passing interest in JRPGs," as Atlus brings all of its experience to bear from Persona and Shin Megami Tensei. It boasts a near-perfect marriage of tactical gameplay, a distinctive art style, and a soundtrack that will have you put your controller down just to marvel.
8. Dungeons of Hinterberg
Dungeons of Hinterberg is the inaugural game from Microbird Games, and it's the perfect getaway for RPG fans. We follow law student Luisa to the alpine reaches of the titular village on a much-needed break from city living. The titular town is analogous to real-world resort towns in the Austrian Alps, except for one major difference: magic.
Luisa's day begins in Hinterberg, but it's not long before she leaves the quaint streets and genial residents behind to delve into mysterious dungeons that appear throughout the alpine wilderness, Zelda-style. Ken Allsop's Dungeons of Hinterberg review calls it a "straightforward but satisfying sojourn" with a "delicious side helping of sinister political intrigue."
The result is a vacation schedule split between catching up with the locals, exploring diverse regions, and slaying monsters in hack-and-slash RPG combat. The Slay in Style update has even introduced outfits to the mix, with an additional photo mode to show them off. This is one holiday destination that fans of Persona, Moonlighter, and even Okami won't want to miss.
9. Hades 2
Hades 2 is finally out of early access, and we couldn't be happier. The sequel to Supergiant's acclaimed action RPG improves on its predecessor in almost every way. Our new protagonist, Melinoë, is the long-lost Princess of the Underworld, separated from her family thanks to the machinations of Chronos. Under the care and tutelage of the witch goddess Hecate, she has become a force of vengeance, vowing to defeat the Titan of Time and perhaps reunite with her father, mother, and brother.
Like Zagreus before her, Melinoë is not alone. Her Olympian relatives come to her aid during each run through the underworld, and there are even a few new faces in the crowd eager to bestow their boons. Cheri Faulker's Hades 2 review calls it "a flawless expansion" that "outshines" what came before. Its combat is refined, its characters are fully realized, and its buildcraft benefits from Melinoë's new abilities.
Between the Hades 2 bosses and Chaos Trials, there are plenty of challenges to keep you coming back for one more run, but the full release has brought even more to the table. With new story events and a true ending to unlock, it's the perfect excuse for early-access titan slayers to return to the Underworld once more. Death to Cronos.
10. Dragon's Dogma 2
Dragon's Dogma 2 is a nostalgia-laced sequel that refuses to bow to convention. This time around, your heart hasn't been stolen - just your identity, and it's up to you and your merry band of player-made pawns to set it right. There's just one problem. For every adventure you try to undertake in Dragon's Dogma 2, the world itself will try to ruin it; not since Skyrim have we enjoyed the sensory experience of a dragon landing on our head.
That said, Dragon's Dogma 2's place on this list comes with a major caveat. To quote Nat Smith's Dragon's Dogma 2 review, it's "a great RPG, just not on PC." Capcom has deployed a raft of post-launch updates to address Dragon's Dogma 2's atrocious performance at launch, but there are intrinsic issues that can never truly be fixed.
That said, if your rig can run it, there's no question that Dragon's Dogma 2 is one of the most dynamic RPGs ever made. It is a masterclass in videogame friction. It refuses to hold your hand or concede ground to convenient RPG conventions like seamless fast travel, quest markers, or objective paths. Dragon's Dogma 2 is for players who want to get into trouble and live to tell the tale.
11. Diablo 4
"Ahh, fresh meat!" Since our ill-fated encounter with the Butcher back in '96, Diablo has carved a bloody space in our hearts. Blizzard's top-down isometric action RPG has taken a few knocks over the years, but there's a reason it's withstood the test of time, and Diablo 4 is a decisive return to form.
Sanctuary has never looked so beautiful or bleak, caught in the conflict between the High Heavens and Burning Hells. Lauren Bergin's Diablo 4 review says it "embodies the essence of what makes Diablo so great, taking the best elements of its predecessors."The Diablo 4 classes are varied in their playstyles, but each holds the potential to annihilate hordes of demons, provided you craft the right build.
Like its predecessor, Diablo 4 seasons regularly deliver major content updates with new bosses, loot, and gameplay modes - all perfect reasons to keep coming back to Sanctuary. With such a massive open world to explore, Diablo 4's sheer scope is a vast chasm compared to the original Diablo. Nevertheless, it excels in all the ways that came before, making it the perfect entry point in a series with so much history.
12. Deus Ex
Oh, Deus Ex. An RPG that's old enough to drink, get married, and pay taxes, yet it's still one of the best games ever made. While it's technically a stealth FPS on paper, the sheer breadth of choice in its quests, combat, and character progression was groundbreaking at the time of release and continues to impress even now.
We could expend much energy reminiscing about the dramatic narrative that weaves themes of conspiracy, terrorism, and transhumanism in a believable dystopian future. We could also wax lyrical about the protagonist, J.C. Denton, the cybernetically enhanced soldier. Or is he an expert hacker? A ghost who lurks in the shadows? That's really up to you.
Deus Ex's level design is the real showstopper. Each map is a complex sandbox ripe for experimentation, digitally constructed from blueprints of real-world locations. Each combat encounter has the potential to play out in remarkably different ways - should you participate in said encounter rather than slinking past it. Deus Ex is an RPG built from stories, and each player comes away with a slightly different one to tell.
13. Baldur's Gate 3
A list of the best RPGs just wouldn't be a list of the best RPGs without Baldur's Gate 3. Larian's masterpiece is a cultural icon that's broken free from containment, and continues to captivate a whole new cohort of gamers who had never picked up a videogame before. Its adaptation of the D&D 5e ruleset offers the lowest barrier to entry to the franchise yet, and the colorful quests are proof of the freedom it holds.
Paul Kelly's Baldur's Gate 3 review calls it "beautiful, layered, and complex" with a central question levied to its players: "Who are you?" The world is your oyster in Baldur's Gate 3, as your dialogue choices, companions, and random decisions decide how your own unique story unfolds - and that's before you consider the difference a failed dice roll can make.
However, the real joy lies not in dice-rolling but in the Baldur's Gate 3 companions we make along the way. Whether your heart craves a happy-go-lucky barbarian or a dastardly vampire with a heart of gold, Baldur's Gate 3 has a companion for everyone, each one with a character arc that puts them at the center of their own story. You can even forego a custom character and play as them. In Baldur's Gate 3, almost anything goes, and no two playthroughs are the same.
14. Elden Ring
Elden Ring isn't just the culmination of everything that FromSoftware achieved in Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Sekiro. It irrevocably changed the landscape of open-world RPGs. Where other open worlds are an endless cascade of icons and loot, Elden Ring's map is teeming with lore, secrets, and mystery to uncover.
To quote Jordan Forward's Elden Ring review, "FromSoftware has unlocked its final form, and the result will floor you time and time again." Unlike traditional soulslikes, you're not beholden to endlessly throwing yourself at the next boss that crosses your path until you beat it. Instead, you can go elsewhere - and there's no shortage of places to visit. A single play session can take you from the mage towers of Liurnia to the rot-choked swamps of Caelid.
The Lands Between is an unforgiving dark fantasy world, shattered along with the titular Elden Ring. As a foul Tarnished, you must rise from obscurity among the ruins and ascend the throne as Elden Lord. The journey is brutal, with every encounter shaped by FromSoftware's signature combat system, and legacy dungeons are unforgettable set pieces that culminate in encounters with intricately designed Elden Ring bosses. Curse you, Bayle!
15. Cyberpunk 2077
To say Cyberpunk had a rocky launch would be an understatement. CD Projekt Red's take on Mike Bondsmith's tabletop series of the same name had lofty ambitions. Unfortunately, it also had the bugs to match. They've all since been squashed in remedial patches, and Cyberpunk 2077 is finally ready to take its place as one of the best RPGs.
Cyberpunk 2077 is not escapism in the traditional sense. For all that Night City is a futuristic metropolis, it grapples with big concepts like transhumanism, capitalism, nihilism, and all the other 'isms' that keep us awake at night. Richard Scott-Jones's Cyberpunk 2077 review calls it "one of the most explicitly politically charged games ever made,"
You are V, a mercenary outlaw who calls the giant metropolis of Night City home. After a botched heist, you end up with the digital ghost of Keanu Reeves trapped inside your head - and that's just the beginning. Cyberpunk 2077's open world is rife with quests that flirt with immersive sim elements, with enough character customization to shape exactly what V stands for. Literally. And once you've sampled the city's delights, you can check out some Cyberpunk 2077 mods to take things even further.
16. Disco Elysium
When Harry DuBois awakes after an obliterative night of drinking, he's so hungover he can't even remember who he is. Play Disco Elysium for long enough, and you'll find some good descriptors. Disheveled. Dysfunctional. Disturbed. These are the broad strokes, at least. Tormented by the disparate voices of his own shattered psyche, Detective DuBois must find his right shoe, put on his trousers, and get it together. There's a murder to solve.
Disco Elysium dances in the intersection of RPG and choose-your-own-adventure games. It eschews any conventional combat and entrusts interactions to dialogue choices that often lead to unintended consequences. It lets you play with each strand of thought, expand them, and use them to your advantage. To quote Richard Scott-Jones' Disco Elysium review, it "sets new genre standards for exploration and conversation systems."
The wider world of Revachol is a collision of post-Soviet and French influences that capture the drab melancholy of a fallen empire. Its diverse society is brought to life by a suite of voice actors, from the steady presence of Kim Kitsuragi to the slur-slinging Cuno. How you handle these characters can often determine who Harry DuBois really is - and when you look in that mirror, you might not like what smiles back.
17. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Most developers would be content to get one definitive RPG out the door, but CD Projekt Red has pulled it off twice. The Witcher 3 leaves its predecessors in the dust. It's the most accessible entry in the series by far, taking all the moral ambiguity and political strife of Andrzej Sapkowski's novels and scattering it across a mammoth open world.
A simple contract to slaughter a monster often unfolds into an elaborate series of difficult choices and painful consequences. "[It] dances to its own tune," Fraser Brown says in our The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt review. "There isn't an RPG like it out there." Often oppressive, occasionally miserable, The Witcher 3 is meant to be devoured until nothing remains.
Protagonist Geralt of Rivia is a law unto himself, instantly recognizable thanks to the Netflix series and the cavalcade of reluctant anti-heroes that have come before him. The best WItcher 3 quests are an opportunity to peek at the complexity that lurks underneath his gruff exterior as he wrestles with knotty human drama.
18. Mass Effect: Legendary Edition
What's the best entry in the Mass Effect trilogy? The answer is hotly contested, and for good reason. Mass Effect's worldbuilding is unparalleled; Mass Effect 2's character-driven story is unforgettable; Mass Effect 3's combat is the best in the series. The truth is that whichever one you champion, it's elevated by the others beside it. To that end, EA's "legendary" compendium lets you experience the trilogy as it was always meant to be played: in one complete package.
In the words of Jen Rothery's Mass Effect Legendary Edition review, it "applies a much-needed coat of polish to the original trilogy, oiling as many creaky joints as possible." In this definitive edition, you can play all three games in order, preserving your choices and relationships across the entire trilogy - or jump into the game you choose.
If you've never heard of Mass Effect (first of all, congratulations on getting out of that rock you've been living under), strap in for the greatest videogame space opera. The series pulls from the very best of speculative and science fiction, from Star Trek's intrepid exploration to Battlestar Galactica's cinematic action. BioWare's typically excellent dialogue punctuates dramatic set-pieces and workmanlike squad-based combat. Yes, that extends to Mass Effect romance, too.
19. Fallout: New Vegas
From its humble beginnings as a Wasteland successor to the advent of the Netflix series, Fallout has been a titan in the RPG sphere. Like Mass Effect, it can be difficult to pick the best of the bunch; unlike Mass Effect, there's no convenient all-in-one package to position them all under one banner. So, Fallout: New Vegas? Simple. It takes all the best bits from all the other entries and makes them great.
Obsidian takes Bethesda's first-person Fallout and transplants the themes that made the original games so beloved with best-in-class quest design. It also teases out the Western influences to the fore, with a streak of black comedy as wide as the Strip itself. Have you ever wanted to join a gang of Elvis impersonators? How does a town of jingoistic cannibals sound? Or a close encounter with literal aliens (this is the Mojave Desert, after all)? New Vegas has it all.
Since New Vegas, we've had Fallout 4 and 76 - and while both have their fans, neither has managed to topple it. Maybe if we shout loud enough, Bethesda will finally let Obsidian take another crack at the universe. In the meantime, Fallout: New Vegas mods can keep the Mojave Wasteland alive for a little while longer.
20. Yakuza 0
The joy of being an RPG fan lies in just how diverse the genre can be, and the Yakuza series is proof that it's not the sole domain of sci-fi and fantasy. Set in the Japanese economic bubble of the late '80s, Yakuza 0 transports us to its criminal underbelly, but make no mistake - this is no Mafia or GTA. The latter has always trended towards parody, but Yakuza 0 veers between the serious and out-and-out absurd. Your only defense is to lean into its tonal whiplash and enjoy the ride.
Yakuza 0 is the most accessible entry in a series that can often seem impenetrable. Not only does it deliver origin stories for series heavyweights Kiryu and Majima, but like all the best RPGs, its side content is just as impactful as the main mission. It's the minigames that steal the show; between disco, karaoke, and the cabaret club, a full playthrough of Yakuza can run well over a hundred hours. In the words of Kelly Pask in our Yakuza 0 review, "there's nothing else like it."
But what about some good old-fashioned action combat? Yakuza 0 delivers on that score, too. The basic combos are easy to learn but fiendishly hard to master. Taunt, rush, and throw various street thugs and rival clan members in arena-style combat, then rejoice in the yen that showers from your opponent's pockets. The only real drawback to Yakuza 0 is that it's the best in the series, which means it's downhill from here. Fortunately, the overall quality of the series means you don't have far to fall.
21. Nier Automata
It can be difficult to determine exactly what Nier Automata is. It's sometimes an open-world action RPG, but sometimes it delves into twin-stick shooter territory. However, this apocalypse game has more cooking beneath the surface, with its spectacular combat that has lots in common with more action-oriented games such as Devil May Cry.
In his Nier Automata PC review, Robert Zak wrote that the game "delivered plenty of ideas for future games to chew on, experimenting with narratives in ways only possible in this strange medium of ours."
Nier Automata's main selling point is its general bleakness, fantastic world-building, and interactions between the android characters. We also recommend that you have a box of tissues to hand. Many of its sad moments are smaller in scope in that they don't involve sacrificing oneself for the greater good but instead opt for interpersonal tragedies. It won many Game of the Year awards on its release, and rightfully so - it is categorically one of the best JRPGs of all time.
22. Sea of Stars
It may have been overshadowed by another big RPG the year it was released, but according to Lowell Bell's Sea of Stars review, it improves on what makes those games special "by modernizing their magic through balanced and engaging turn-based combat wrapped up in an enthralling world to explore."
This 30-hour adventure is one where you'll want to visit every town, spelunk through every dungeon, and brawl against every monster just so you can look at its gorgeous pixel art. It helps that the story is one of the better ones in recent JRPG history, with relatable characters, even if their destinies don't always align.
Combat uses mechanics similar to those of Chrono Trigger and Paper Mario games, allowing you to interrupt enemy attacks. They're all familiar concepts but work well together. By grabbing the best Sea of Stars relics, you'll be able to turn the tide in the toughest fights.
11. Persona 5 Royal
We'd be doing what is arguably Atlus' magnum opus a huge disservice if we didn't include it in our list. Themed around thievery and stealing the darkness from the hearts of adults, Persona 5 Royal may carry a lighter story than P3R, but that's not to say it doesn't have its shocking twists.
P5R is the definitive version of the 2016 hit, and introduces a brand new character, adds a new term to the school year, and a whole lot more. There really is no reason to play the original game when Royal exists, so don't fall into that trap when you go to grab a copy of one of the best JRPGs around.
7. Octopath Traveler 2
The follow-up to Square Enix's acclaimed turn-based RPG leaves the characters and setting of its predecessor behind. Instead, Octopath Traveler 2 promises a new adventure in Solistia, an industrial fantasy world comprised of two separate continents divided by the sea. Our hero of the hour is one of eight playable protagonists, each with a unique background, special abilities, and storylines.
Octopath Traveler 2 offers the same classic high fantasy turn-based RPG experience as its predecessor, albeit with a few updates here and there. The dynamic day-night cycle provides a welcome layer of strategy as you reckon with powerful enemies under the cover of darkness. Your commute between bustling towns and across the high seas will also take you aboard all manner of maritime vessels.
However, despite all these ambitious gameplay changes, the sequel remains, at its core, an Octopath Traveler experience, with that signature blend of HD-2D that pays homage to the 16-bit JRPGs of yesteryear.
Upcoming RPGs
RPGs truly never go out of style, so it should come as no surprise that the next few years are stacked with upcoming PC games in our favorite genre. We'll get the blockbusters out of the way first. Bethesda and CD Projekt Red are bringing us Elder Scrolls 6 and The Witcher 4, while Playground Games is still plugging away at Fable 4.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 is also getting the remake treatment, with a new installment starring Yoshitaka Mine bundled alongside it. If you prefer revivals over remakes, Onimusha Way of the Sword takes us back to feudal Japan for another round of demon-slaying, and FF7 Remake Part 3 might be closer than you think.
Black Desert Online fans will soon be able to dive into Crimson Desert, a standalone single-player RPG set in the same universe. Still not satisfied? If you're looking for a brand-new series to sink your teeth into, then Blood of Dawnwalker, a vampiric RPG led by Witcher 3 director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, might be enough to slake your thirst.
Game Freak also ventures out of the Pokémon Company's shadow for Beast of Reincarnation, a Miyazaki-like that takes its cue from Princess Mononoke, complete with a canine companion. Last, but certainly not least, Phantom Blade Zero gives you a 66-day countdown to unravel a conspiracy in a Wuxia-inspired world - no pressure.
Now that you've explored new worlds, visited old ones, and ventured across the stars, tell us all about your favorite RPG experiences in our community Discord. Don't forget to read our best PC games list when you're ready to branch outside the RPG space.
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