Isn’t it weird how most games these days with their customizable everything can be deemed an RPG? Fortunately for you, we’ve sifted the lot and only counted the games we feel embody that of an RPG.
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Best RPG
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Tales of Xillia 2
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Developer: Bandai Namco Entertainment
"Bandai Namco should be commended for taking an already good RPG in Tales of Xillia and expanding on that storyline in a way that pays respect to the original and builds so much on top of it."
(Read full review here)
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Diablo III
Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
"This is the best version of Diablo III, possibly anywhere. Sure, it may look better on PCs with high-end graphics cards, but you can’t beat the control scheme and accessibility of the console version. Touting improved graphics, little to no load times, and extra content, Diablo III: Reaper of Souls Ultimate Evil Edition is a must-have for any RPG fan."
(Read full review here)
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Dragon Age: Inquisition
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: BioWare
"I can still safely say that Dragon Age: Inquisition is the best console RPG I have ever played. The beautiful graphics grabbed me, the detailed characters reeled me in, and the open areas and numerous quests made me fall in love with the game."
(Read full review here)
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Lords of the Fallen
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Developer: CI Games
"In the end, Lords of the Fallen does manage to land in the “respectful homage” category, but only by a hair. I had fun, which is what counts. The game is undeniably worth experiencing for its graphics and handful of unique strengths alone"
(Read full review here)
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And the Winner is..
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Winner - Dragon Age: Inquisition
Dragon Age: Inquisition delivered on everything you would want in an RPG. It had a story that evolved and characters that stood out. The battle system and adventure present were top notch. If you haven't given this a chance yet, you might want to rectify that -- and fast.
