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Punch Club 2: Fast Forward
Train, fight, and rise to the top in this knockout sequel to the smashing fighter management simulator! Mentor your fighter and guide him to become the ultimate champion: choose from different combat styles, control his routine, and watch him kick some butt like a proud sensei!
Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes - Definitive Edition
Plan your next move wisely, every additional combo can make the difference! Whether in solo or duo, online or offline, mix and match your units to defeat your enemies in this Definitive Edition of Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes!
Lakeburg Legacies
Take fate into your own hands in Lakeburg Legacies, a social-based village management sim where love is your favourite resource. Play matchmaker to create the most effective, and most loved up, couples and help your kingdom thrive. How long will it take you to crown a sovereign?
Krzyżacy - The Knights of the Cross
A story-driven deckbuilding RPG set in the history of Krzyżacy - The Knights of the Cross. Unlike traditional deckbuilders, the teammates you recruit decide the success or failure of battles. Fight the war against the Teutonic, or tackle roguelite runs in this strategic deckbuilder unlike any other.
Xenonauts 2
Wage a global war of resistance against an alien invasion. Command turn-based tactical battles, build a network of covert bases, directly control your fighter wings, and achieve strategic victory in a simulation of asymmetric warfare against a technologically superior foe.
Ember Knights
Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.
The Rule of Land: Pioneers
This is a survival game. After the coronation, human beings had to move into the underground. Fifty years later, some people thought the disaster was over and organized a survival competition on the surface. Some brave people took part in the competition . You are one of them.
Jagged Alliance 3
The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.
Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg
It's not about saving the world. In this "leisure adventure RPG," failing student Marie pursues alchemy, adventures, and quests while aiming to graduate in five years. "Atelier Marie," the origin of the Atelier series, has been remade with new elements!
Cave Crawlers
Cave Crawlers is a 1-10 player rogue lite set deep underground in a system of randomly generated caves. Players use weapons, spells, and talents to defeat the unique bosses and enemies found in each biome.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie
Three different legends are about to unfold! Determine the fates of Rean Schwarzer, Lloyd Bannings, and the mysterious “C” in this climactic chapter of The Legend of Heroes series.
FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake
FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake is an immersive, tactical turn-based RPG, placing you in command of the awe-inspiring Wanzers – powerful military machines.
Noob - The Factionless
Lead a team of adventurers to the highest rank of all guilds!
NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER
Battle as a team of 4 to compete against other teams online! Graphically, SHINOBI STRIKER is also built from the ground up in a completely new graphic style. Lead your team and fight online to see who the best ninjas are!
Journey to the West
A challenging rogue-like deck building game about a legendary adventure in the Realm of Divinity. Lead your team, build your unique deck, gather powerful relics and consumables to confront legendary creatures and eventually discover the truth behind the omen of darkness.
DAVE THE DIVER
DAVE THE DIVER is a casual, singleplayer adventure RPG featuring deep-sea exploration and fishing during the day and sushi restaurant management at night. Join Dave and his quirky friends as they seek to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole.
STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life
Put down roots on your new farm in the peaceful town of Forgotten Valley. Bring life to the land by cultivating crops and raising animals, find love among the town's friendly folk, and make lasting memories with a family of your very own.
One Lonely Outpost
An alien world sometimes needs a farmer’s touch to bring it to life. In this sci-fi, colonization-life sim, terraform a barren world: turn wastelands into verdant landscapes while exploring, farming, building, and unlocking all the mysteries of this strange new planet.
Choo Choo Survivor
Drive your train to safety while shooting down endless hordes of zombies blocking your way. Upgrade your weapons and abilities and become absurdly powerful!
Doomsday: Last Survivors
New tower defense gameplay! The apocalypse has come, and zombies are running amok. As the leader of the survivors, collect and use resources to defend their last shelter!
Tinkertown
Gather your friends and come to Tinkertown - A refreshing new Multiplayer Sandbox Experience! Explore magical places filled with loot, danger, and creativity.
Spirit Hunters: Infinite Horde
You are the Spirit Hunters in this action rogue-lite. Slay huge waves of monsters and harvest their souls for ever increasing power. Unlock many playable characters, abilities, maps and more through a deep progression system.
Etrian Odyssey III HD
Set sail to an undersea labyrinth in search of the Deep City of Armoroad! Lead a party of adventurers to explore the vast dungeon in search of untold technology, treasure, and lost secrets.
Etrian Odyssey HD
Beyond the village of Etria lies a mysterious forest with a colossal crack opening to a puzzling labyrinth. Lead a team of explorers into the dungeon with the promise of riches, fame, and adventure!
Nyaruru Fishy Fight
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Breach Wanderers
A fresh take on Roguelike Deckbuilders that lets you fine-tune your decks before each run to adapt your strategy on your way to victory. Over 1,200 cards to choose from, ten characters with their own set of unique skills, and dozens of items and missions to evolve your tactics.
20 Minutes Till Dawn
20 Minutes Till Dawn is a survival roguelite where endless hordes of creatures lurk from the dark. Craft an array of overpowering builds and eradicate waves of Lovecraftian nightmares. Will you be able to survive the night?
Mask of the Rose
A marvellous romance with a hint of murder, where every playthrough is different! Seek love, friendship, or more... intimate encounters. Help a murdered man find justice. And watch out for the bats.
miniBONG
"miniBONG" is a lightweight rogue-like game that focuses on dress-up DIY and idle gameplay, while incorporating elements of combat, character development, and strategy.. You can feel the charm of dressing up and fighting at the same time.
Class of '09: The Re-Up
The REJECTION SIM returns! Explore a slice of chaotic life in late 2000's American high school as you assume the role of Nicole once again. A 100% fully voiced VN presenting as the most culturally accurate period piece in the history of gaming.
冬日树下的回忆(Memories of the Winter Tree)
《冬日树下的回忆》是制作组MagicaLuv（前12PM）首次发布的免费原创视觉小说。 现已更新为重制版(1.5)！ 我的梦想是成为一名教师或者医生，在学业结束后我收到了来自医院的第一份工作实习邮件。在这所医院里我将担任实习治疗师（sensei）的工作，而我负责的是一位叫“言叶”的女孩……
Pirate101
Assemble your ragtag crew and prepare to plunder the skyways in search of the legendary map to El Dorado! Danger lurks around every corner as you outsmart clockwork soldiers, uncover hidden mysteries, and unleash powerful combos in this pirate turn-based tactics MMORPG.
Jianghu Survivor
This is a light casual game of roguelite with Chinese style. Fight your way out of the monsters, either alone or with a group of three or four friends. Play as different characters, form a unique Build game, defeat the final monster, enjoy killing monsters!
System Shock
A first-person fight to the death in the depths of space!
Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong
Play as 3 vampires, wield their powers wisely, and strike the right balance between your human and animal side in a heart-pounding story in which your choices will decide the fate of Boston.
Byakuya Museum
“I should have...died...”Opened eyes again, he found himself in a bustling museum!Players need to take on the role of a raven specimen boy "Gregorio" to explore the Byakuya Museum. Your mission is to plumb the secrets of Time Town, uncover your own past, and escape from the museum.
Ajax’s Trial
Legendary Hoplite: Ajax's Trial is the prologue version of Legendary Hoplite, a game that combines Tower Defense and Action RPG genres. In this game, you'll need to build fortifications, upgrade your army, and create your own unique strategy to fight off hordes of monsters across 7 levels.
Cards & Tankards
Grab a drink, invite your friends and ready your deck! Cards & Tankards is the first social collectible card game available for both PC and VR.
Above Snakes
Piece by piece, create your own world in this relaxing Wild West-inspired worldbuilder. Craft, farm, hunt, build your base, and explore.
Landlord's Super
Your quintessential construction simulator is here. Take a dodgy loan, restore a property, move in the locals, attend to their grievances, then celebrate with a pint in this fully-simulated, open-world 1980's Britain.
Pixel Starships
Pixel Starships is an FTL-style online sci-fi strategy builder and management game with a competitive PVP tournament. Set in the retro galaxy, your role is to explore space, meet aliens, and develop your ship, crew and AI. The game contains deep strategic and 4x elements. PSS is community-driven.
Role-Playing Games (RPGs) are a beloved genre that allows players to step into the shoes of unique characters, embark on epic quests, and immerse themselves in rich, fantastical worlds. Whether you enjoy deep storytelling, character customization, or strategic combat, RPGs offer something for everyone. This page highlights the best RPGs available on Steam, all carefully selected based on their scores and user reviews.
What Makes a Great RPG?
Storytelling
Engaging narratives that draw players in and keep them invested in the characters and world.
Character Development
The ability to create and evolve your character, making choices that affect the game's outcome.
World-Building
A well-crafted universe filled with lore, diverse environments, and intriguing NPCs (non-playable characters).
Gameplay Mechanics
Whether it's turn-based combat or real-time action, the mechanics should be intuitive and enjoyable.
Replayability
Great RPGs often offer multiple paths, endings, or character builds, encouraging players to experience the game in different ways.
RPGs come in various sub-genres, including action RPGs, turn-based RPGs, and open-world RPGs, each offering unique gameplay experiences.
Top RPG Games
The Witcher 3: Wild HuntAn award-winning open-world RPG that follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter as he searches for his adopted daughter. The game features a compelling narrative filled with moral choices, diverse quests, and a vast array of characters. With its expansive world, intricate storytelling, and memorable characters, "The Witcher 3" is widely regarded as one of the greatest video games of all time. Baldur's Gate 3
A masterful blend of rich storytelling, deep character development, and strategic turn-based combat. Set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, it offers players a vast, immersive world filled with choices that significantly impact the narrative. The graphics are stunning, and the attention to detail enhances the overall atmosphere. With its engaging plot and replayability, "Baldur's Gate 3" is a must-play for RPG enthusiasts.
Disco Elysium - The Final Cut
Revolutionary RPG that focuses on narrative and character development rather than combat. Players take on the role of a detective with a troubled past, solving a murder in a richly detailed city filled with political intrigue. The game features a unique skill system that shapes interactions and dialogue, offering a profound and immersive experience. ELDEN RING
An expansive action RPG that masterfully blends intricate world-building with challenging gameplay. The combat system is fluid and rewarding, allowing for diverse playstyles. With its deep narrative, stunning visuals, and the signature difficulty of FromSoftware games, "Elden Ring" offers an unforgettable experience for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
Revolutionary RPG that focuses on narrative and character development rather than combat. Players take on the role of a detective with a troubled past, solving a murder in a richly detailed city filled with political intrigue. The game features a unique skill system that shapes interactions and dialogue, offering a profound and immersive experience. ELDEN RING
An expansive action RPG that masterfully blends intricate world-building with challenging gameplay. The combat system is fluid and rewarding, allowing for diverse playstyles. With its deep narrative, stunning visuals, and the signature difficulty of FromSoftware games, "Elden Ring" offers an unforgettable experience for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
Cyberpunk 2077
An open-world action RPG set in the dystopian Night City, a vibrant and sprawling metropolis filled with advanced technology and societal decay. The game features a richly detailed world, immersive storytelling, and a diverse cast of characters, with choices that significantly impact the narrative. A captivating experience for fans of the genre, with its blend of exploration, combat, and deep narrative themes. Persona 5 Royal
The game masterfully blends traditional turn-based combat with life simulation elements, allowing players to build relationships and engage in various activities. With its stylish art direction, captivating soundtrack, and deep character development, Persona 5 Royal elevates the original experience, making it a must-play for both newcomers and fans of the series.
An open-world action RPG set in the dystopian Night City, a vibrant and sprawling metropolis filled with advanced technology and societal decay. The game features a richly detailed world, immersive storytelling, and a diverse cast of characters, with choices that significantly impact the narrative. A captivating experience for fans of the genre, with its blend of exploration, combat, and deep narrative themes. Persona 5 Royal
The game masterfully blends traditional turn-based combat with life simulation elements, allowing players to build relationships and engage in various activities. With its stylish art direction, captivating soundtrack, and deep character development, Persona 5 Royal elevates the original experience, making it a must-play for both newcomers and fans of the series.
How to Choose the Right RPG for You
Single-Player vs. Multiplayer
Decide if you want a solo experience or if you'd prefer to play with friends.
Story Depth
If you love narratives, look for games known for their storytelling.
Gameplay Style
Think about whether you prefer turn-based combat or real-time action.
Theme and Setting
Choose a game that resonates with your interests, whether it's fantasy, sci-fi, or historical.
Use the filters on our site to narrow down your choices based on your preferences, such as gameplay style, user ratings, and release date.
What are the best RPGs for beginners?
Games like Undertale and Stardew Valley are great starting points due to their accessible gameplay and engaging stories.
Are there any free RPGs on Steam?
Yes! Titles like Path of Exile and Warframe offer free-to-play experiences with RPG elements.
What's the difference between action RPGs and traditional RPGs?
Action RPGs focus on real-time combat and fast-paced gameplay, allowing players to engage in battles directly. Traditional RPGs often feature turn-based combat, where players take turns making moves, allowing for more strategic planning.
Can I play RPGs with friends?
Absolutely! Many RPGs offer multiplayer options, allowing you to team up with friends. Games like Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition and Monster Hunter: World provide cooperative gameplay experiences.
How often do new RPGs come out?
New RPGs are released regularly, with major titles often launching during the holiday season or summer sales. Keep an eye on gaming news and our site for updates on upcoming releases.
Whether you're looking for a deep narrative, engaging combat, or a vast world to explore, the games listed here are sure to provide hours of entertainment. Don't forget to check back regularly for updates, as new titles are released and ratings change.