Top 20 Best RPG Games for PC

For those who enjoy role-playing games, computers are one of the best places to discover and enjoy new and old titles in the genre. This year, we have had incredible releases of the most diverse types of PC RPG, as well as those yet to come.

If you are also a fan of this classic genre and want to know more about its news, check out our suggestions for some of the best role-playing games released in 2015!

1. Blackguards 2

For those who like turn-based tactical games, Blackguards 2 is one of the best options released this year. The game is a sequel to last year's The Dark Eye: Blackguards, which was also very popular at the time of its release.

This time, we have more interactions with the environment, a number of character customization options, and well-rounded battle mechanics. In the game, you will basically have to fight various enemies while dealing missions with your teammates. The game can be purchased at this link.

2. Pillars of Eternity

Game developer Obsidian has worked on amazing role-playing titles, with Pillars of Eternity one of her greatest works. The game was well inspired by old titles in the genre (such as Planescape: Torment and Icewind Dale), which should surely please many players.

Still, Pillars of Eternity manages to bring the classic elements of RPG to Pc in a modern and very fluid way, making it a good title even if you haven't played so many games in the genre before. The plot is also very cool and tells the story of a character who gains the ability to see other people's souls and their memories of past lives. The game can be purchased through this link.

3. Dex

The game Dex is more like a mix of a side-scroller with RPG, being a good choice for those who want a bit of variety. The 2D look is really beautiful and the cyberpunk style makes the game even more captivating.

The cool thing is that the game is set in an open world and can be enjoyed freely in a nonlinear way, which we know is very appealing to RPG fans. You play as a woman who uses her hacking skills to solve various puzzles and quests in a futuristic world. Dex can be downloaded from this link.

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4. Serpents in the Staglands

If you like games that work in real time, Serpents in the Staglands is one of the best options today. The game is set in medieval Germany and has an extremely detailed setting based on a lot of research from its developers.

The game manages to blend historical facts and fantasy in a very well done way without giving the impression of being overdone. The look should also be very nice for players who appreciate a more retro style. Serpents in the Staglands can be downloaded from this link.

5. Victor Vran

Victor Vran is perfect for those who like the mix of action, Hack'n'slash and RPG, a style very similar to what we see in the Diablo and Torchlight series. The game bears the name of its protagonist and in addition to much combat, also offers challenging puzzles to its players.

The cool thing is that you can change various character traits throughout the game, not being required to have fixed characteristics throughout the story. In addition, Victor Vran also offers a cooperative mode so you can play with your friends. The game can be downloaded at this link.

6. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

The game franchise The Witcher has always been highly praised and has already achieved two great games in exemplary fashion. This time, they further enhanced the predecessor gaming experience and came to near perfection with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which is already considered one of the best games of the year.

The game is highly recommended even if you are not a big fan of RPG, as it mixes many different elements in its gameplay. Best of all, in addition to the main quests in history, you can spend tens of hours just exploring the huge world of The Witcher 3 or doing side quests. You can purchase the game through this link.

7. Grandia II Anniversary Edition

The game Grandia II Anniversary Edition is exactly what its name proposes: a special anniversary version of the original game released in the early 2000s. The truth is that this game did not sell so well at the time of its release, despite being very well praised.

Fortunately, you can now enjoy an enhanced version of it on your PC. Grandia II has one of the best PC RPG combat systems of recent years, and was even copied by the famous Child of Light last year. You can also control several different characters as you go on a mission to defeat the god of darkness. The game can be found through this link.

8. Shadowrun: Hong Kong

Shadowrun: Honk Kong is another title on our list that follows the cyberpunk style with mastery, offering a very interesting and immersive ambience to players. It combines various fantasy creatures with high-tech gear and unique characters, making it quite captivating and unique.

You control an orphaned character who tries to investigate some very strange and evil things that are happening in a furious version of Hong Kong. It may sound pretty crazy at first, but the game is extremely fun. You can download it from this link.

9. Tales of Zestiria

If you like the infamous JRPGs (the Japanese RPGs), Tales of Zestiria is definitely a good bet, being one of the latest releases on our list. It features beautifully done anime and real-time combat animations, everything a PC JRPG fan could want.

Your character basically has to fight enemies that appear whenever other people suffer from negative emotions, and you need to establish harmony in the environment. You can now buy the game through this link!

10. The Age of Decadence

The Age of Decadence is another very different game set in a post-apocalyptic world inspired by the Roman Empire. According to the developers themselves, the game is highly inspired by the early Fallout franchise games, which makes it still interesting.

Its main focus is to allow players to choose from several ways to meet the challenges of the main plot so that each person experiences the game differently. You can purchase The Age of Decadence through this link.

11. Fallout 4

Without a doubt, Fallout 4 is one of our biggest recommendations on this list, as it is one of the games that can really be enjoyed by any type of player. It has just been released and is the newest title in the famous and successful Fallout franchise.

As in previous games, your character (which can be highly customized) has to emerge from its underground shelter in the post-apocalyptic future to meet the challenges of a largely abandoned land full of thieves and monsters. Fallout 4 can be purchased at this link.

12. Banner Saga 2

If you are a fan of role-playing games, you may have heard (or even played) the first Banner Saga, which has been very successful in the past. Its sequel will be released later this year, but already has many fans eager for its premise.

The new game will be much darker than the first, with many new enemies and the ability to assign two different classes to your character. Best of all, the decisions you made in the previous game will influence Banner Saga 2 since the beginning of your journey. You can check more information about the game at this link!

13. Darkest Dungeon

Darkest Dungeon is another side-scroller-style role-playing game that combines beautiful Gothic visuals with turn-based tactical combat. The full version of the game has not been released yet, but it is now possible to purchase an initial version for those who want to try it out and get a sense of what to expect.

One of the coolest aspects of Darkest Dungeon is that its characters (up to four in a group) will face various difficulties with monsters and diseases in explored dungeons, something that can directly affect their performances in future battles in the game. The initial version we mentioned can be downloaded from this link.

14. The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Second Chapter

The Legend of Heroes is another promising JRPG, especially for trying to follow the classic style of the genre with a more modern and improved grip. The game also features beautiful retro visuals and some anime-style touches.

The first part of the game was very successful with fans of the genre, making this sequel one of the most anticipated JRPGs of the year. The story is humorous and fun, as you control a girl who seeks your love interest while fighting multiple enemies in turn-based combat. The game was recently released and can now be purchased through this link.

15. Underail

Since we mentioned Fallout 4, it's also worth talking about its unofficial successor, the game Underail. Anyone who knows the Fallout franchise knows that the original games were very different from what we have today, although the premise and many mechanics have remained.

Underail seeks to emulate the exact same experience of these older games, with a very similar look, turn-based combat with different battle systems and the ability to adjust your character's abilities throughout history. You can currently purchase an initial version at this link before the full game is released.

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