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Must-play RPGs for Playstation 5
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items My favorite type of video games are RPGs (Role-playing games) and list catalogs RPG games that I can highly recommend for the PS5. It is important to note that several games on this list are playable on other consoles, so I've done my best to mention...
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Turn Based RPGs
Action-based RPGs
Turn Based RPGs
RPG's where combat and other actions occur (for players ad enemies/AI) on a turn-by-turn basis.
Note: Persona 5 Royal is the enhanced version featuring an additional playable character and more game content.
Persona 5 is the newest entry in the critically acclaimed Persona series. You follow the story of a teenager who was falsely accused of a crime and moves to a new town. Trouble is afoot in the hearts of the people around you in your new city and you ...
Also available on the switch and PS4.
Persona 5 is the newest entry in the critically acclaimed Persona series. You follow the story of a teenager who was falsely accused of a crime and moves to a new town. Trouble is afoot in the hearts of the people around you in your new city and you ...
Also available on the switch and PS4.
Persona 5 Royal
The much-anticipated remake of Dragon Quest III in the long-running Dragon Quest series. This game sees you, the hero or heroine, recruit a party of three other characters and travel the world in order to defeat the evil baramos. This game features a...
Side note: This was one the first JRPG's I played (outside of Pokemon) and remains one of my top five JRPGs of all time to this day.
Also available on the Switch, PS4 and PC.
Side note: This was one the first JRPG's I played (outside of Pokemon) and remains one of my top five JRPGs of all time to this day.
Also available on the Switch, PS4 and PC.
DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake
This is a remake of the PS2 game and includes the sequel game “The Answer.”
Persona 3 follows a high school student who joins a secret group called SEES to combat mysterious creatures during the hidden "Dark Hour," a time that exists between days. As they battle shadows and uncover the truth behind the Dark Hour and their ow...
Persona 3 follows a high school student who joins a secret group called SEES to combat mysterious creatures during the hidden "Dark Hour," a time that exists between days. As they battle shadows and uncover the truth behind the Dark Hour and their ow...
Persona 3 Reload: Standard Edition - PlayStation 5
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is the ninth game in the series and a direct sequel to Yakuza: Like a Dragon (2020).
It follows former yakuza members Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Ijincho as they travel to Yokohama and Honolulu. Kasuga is searching for his biological mother but of course the duo encounter a lot more than that in their travels.
Infinite Wealth features a turn-based battle system, plenty of humor and enjoyable gameplay.
It follows former yakuza members Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Ijincho as they travel to Yokohama and Honolulu. Kasuga is searching for his biological mother but of course the duo encounter a lot more than that in their travels.
Infinite Wealth features a turn-based battle system, plenty of humor and enjoyable gameplay.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
Metaphor: ReFantazio garnered a lot of praise and awards when it was released in 2024 among JRPG fans AND received game of the year at the Game Awards and all for good reason. It was created by Atlus, and several creators behind Persona 3-5 were invo...
Metaphor: ReFantazio takes place in a fantasy medieival realm that's inhabited by various tribes, each exhibiting different features. You play as Will, a boy from the elda tribe that is ostracized by society for having inherited forbidden magic. You ...
Metaphor: ReFantazio takes place in a fantasy medieival realm that's inhabited by various tribes, each exhibiting different features. You play as Will, a boy from the elda tribe that is ostracized by society for having inherited forbidden magic. You ...
Metaphor: ReFantazio
Clair Obscur only recently came out (as of the writing of this list) and already it has earned high praise. Many have called it the JRPG that is redefining the genre and unlike anything else. It's also a member of a newer subtype of RPG-French role playing game.
It's best to leave the premise of the game simple to fully enjoy the twists and turns it offers because nothing is quite what you are initially led to believe. Once a year, the Paintress wakes up and and paints a number on her monolith. Everyone of t...
In addition to a compelling narrative, the gameplay is what also sets it apart. Even though it features turn-based combat, players have to pay attention during combat. Throw in a fantastic soundtrack and beautiful visuals and you may have 2025's Game...
It's best to leave the premise of the game simple to fully enjoy the twists and turns it offers because nothing is quite what you are initially led to believe. Once a year, the Paintress wakes up and and paints a number on her monolith. Everyone of t...
In addition to a compelling narrative, the gameplay is what also sets it apart. Even though it features turn-based combat, players have to pay attention during combat. Throw in a fantastic soundtrack and beautiful visuals and you may have 2025's Game...
Clair Obscur Expedition 33
This collection features a remaster of Lunar Silver Star Story and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue. Both games were originally released on the Playstation and Sega Saturn. They often carry a high place in the list for JRPG fans and for good reason. Both games ...
Lunar Silver Star Story follows the story of Alex, a young boy from a small, humble town. His life changes forever when he is chosen as the heir-apparent to the title of “Dragonmaster” guardian of the forces of the planet.
Lunar 2: Eternal Blue is set 1,000 years after the events of the first game. It follows the adventure of Hiro, a young explorer and adventurer who meets Lucia, a visitor from the far-away Blue Star. Hiro ends up becoming involved in Lucia's battle ag...
Lunar Silver Star Story follows the story of Alex, a young boy from a small, humble town. His life changes forever when he is chosen as the heir-apparent to the title of “Dragonmaster” guardian of the forces of the planet.
Lunar 2: Eternal Blue is set 1,000 years after the events of the first game. It follows the adventure of Hiro, a young explorer and adventurer who meets Lucia, a visitor from the far-away Blue Star. Hiro ends up becoming involved in Lucia's battle ag...
LUNAR Remastered Collection
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Suikoden I & II are among the many great JRPGs for the Playstation, and as a whole. This remastered collection features quality of life improvements for both games and makes it accessible (and much cheaper) for the Playstation 5.
Suikoden I explores the story of a renowned hero turning into a violent tyrant, resulting in the decline of the empire. In the midst of this, a rebellion is to fight againist the oppressive rule of the once great hero. This results in the 108 stars o...
Suikoden II takes place three years after the events of the first game. It centers on an invasion of Jowston by the Kingdom of Highland. The hero (Riou) and his best friend Jowy become embroiled in the invasion.
Suikoden I explores the story of a renowned hero turning into a violent tyrant, resulting in the decline of the empire. In the midst of this, a rebellion is to fight againist the oppressive rule of the once great hero. This results in the 108 stars o...
Suikoden II takes place three years after the events of the first game. It centers on an invasion of Jowston by the Kingdom of Highland. The hero (Riou) and his best friend Jowy become embroiled in the invasion.
Suikoden I & II HD Remastered PS5
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a classic turn-based RPG from Square Enix that blends open-ended exploration with a unique generational legacy system. Players take on the role of successive emperors of Avalon, guiding their empire through c...
Square Enix Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
Action-based RPGs
RPGs that don't wait on you to take your turn but require active engagement by the player.
The first chapter of the much-anticipated remake of what many consider the greatest video game of all time (Final Fantasy VII). This game sees ex-solider Cloud, Tifa, Barrett, Aeris, and Red XIII journey through Midgar. Intergrade features a bonus ch...
This is an action-rpg that is chock full of content and is a must-play for anyone who enjoyed Final Fantasy VII or JRPGs in general.
This is also available for the PS4.
This is an action-rpg that is chock full of content and is a must-play for anyone who enjoyed Final Fantasy VII or JRPGs in general.
This is also available for the PS4.
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE (Intergrade edition)
The second installment in the Final Fantasy remake series. This sees Cloud and crew feature into the world outside of Midgar and continue their search for Sephiroth.
There are so many things to praise about this remake and there's a little bit of everything here. They story is phenomenal, the world is gorgeous and a joy to explore, one of the best casts of characters in any JRPG, and the combat system is well-fle...
This is also available on PC.
There are so many things to praise about this remake and there's a little bit of everything here. They story is phenomenal, the world is gorgeous and a joy to explore, one of the best casts of characters in any JRPG, and the combat system is well-fle...
This is also available on PC.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Final Fantasy XVI is a dark fantasy with a great story, characters and combat system. It doesn't feel like your typical final fantasy game because of its mature, dark themes (I often call it a great game but not a great final fantasy game for that re...
Final Fantasy XVI follows the story of Clive, the oldest son of Archduke Elwin, ruler of Rosaria. He does not receive the blessing of the phoenix but protects his brother, Joshua, who is. All the while a blight threatens to slowly destroy the world. ...
Final Fantasy XVI follows the story of Clive, the oldest son of Archduke Elwin, ruler of Rosaria. He does not receive the blessing of the phoenix but protects his brother, Joshua, who is. All the while a blight threatens to slowly destroy the world. ...
Final Fantasy XVI
Final Fantasy VII Crisis Core Reunion is a remaster of the popular psp game. It follows the story of fan-favorite Zack Fair as he rises in the ranks of SOLDIER and discovers that something is not right.
This is an action-rpg with a fun combat system, great cast of characters (with plenty of Final Fantasy VII cameos) and story. It's a must-play for anyone who enjoys Final Fantasy VII.
This is an action-rpg with a fun combat system, great cast of characters (with plenty of Final Fantasy VII cameos) and story. It's a must-play for anyone who enjoys Final Fantasy VII.
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion