We’ve always wondered if we’d still have a life in a fictional world or somewhere. What if we woke up one day when someone else and their life had to live in their world? It’s an exciting topic, and video game developers used this concept to create the “role-playing” video game genre.
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Everyone has heard of role-playing video games or also known as RPGs. After all, it is one of the most well-known video game categories. In RPG games, players take on the role of characters in a unique setting and must follow a structured story to continue the story and develop the character.
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Horizon Forbidden West
This 2022 action RPG game is the sequel to the 2017 masterpiece Horizon Zero Dawn. Players explore a post-apocalyptic world in the game as a woman named Aloy. This game allows people to explore a world that is a unique mix of primal and technologically advanced.
Horizon Forbidden West is set in the futuristic western United States. This setting does not fit our ideas of a futuristic world, such as high skyscrapers and flying cars. Instead, the world is full of greenery, as in ancient times. However, the wildlife is full of robotic beasts, and now that feels futuristic.
Cyberpunk 2077
After seeing the primeval futuristic setting, it might be time to dive into the ideal futuristic world with flying cars and tall buildings everywhere. Cyberpunk 2077 is a 2020 role-playing game from CD Projekt Red. The game is set in 2077, when technology has evolved to the level where humans have more machines in the body than flesh and blood.
In Cyberpunk 2077, every step has consequences, starting with character creation. While players play as a character name V, the character’s gender, appearance, sexuality, and even background depend on the player’s choices.
In addition, the game did not impress most of the audience after its release, but it grows towards you with time. You’ll love exploring the futuristic setting of Night City as V.
Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim
We explored a lot of RPG action in a futuristic setting, how about a magical world this time? Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim is one of the best RPGs in history. The game revolves around a unique creature called Dragonborn, who must defeat a dragon that can destroy the entire world.
But what makes Skyrim the best RPGs is the freedom it offers players. The player can be a Dragonborn, but can choose their species and what their character does. You can be an alchemist, be a champion, or even farm and harvest for your lifestyle. Plus, take whatever quest you want to do, and there’s no rush to do the primary story mission.
Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
The Zelda games have always been the best to provide a great RPG video game experience. This Nintendo game came out in 2017, in which players take on the role of Link and must prevent an imminent threat and save the kingdom.
Furthermore, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild lets the player choose how Link plays the game. They can opt for a stealthy way by being a sheikah or a knight in shining armor. Players can also explore the world to navigate through towers or explore mysterious mazes in the Zelda world.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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When we talk about role-playing games, it’s impossible not to talk about The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. It is undoubtedly the best RPG game. Moreover, this game is also made by the same developer, CD Projekt RED, who made Cyberpunk 2077 on this list. Also, this Witcher game has inspired many developers to create a fantastic RPG like this.
The game revolves around a Witcher named Geralt of Rivia. If you’re wondering what a Witcher is, then, in simpler terms, they are monster hunters. The game lets the players hunt for monsters or search for rare armor sets. If they want, they can also play the fascinating main story. The main story also depends to a great extent on the player’s choices as Geralt, especially in the end, whether to have Ciri sacrifice or not (spoiler alert).
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Hundreds of Role-Playing Games are there to try. No doubt at least one of them would make you addicted to the slot machine. But for now, you can try these five RPG video games. You can also share your experience of your best role-playing video game in the comments.
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