Deep storylines, extensive customization options and immersive worlds are hallmarks of the RPG genre, and we’ve picked the titles that best exemplify these qualities. Just be careful: with hundreds of hours of gameplay in some of these titles, it might be a while before you see your loved ones again.
PSLS Gift Guide - RPG
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Fallout 4
In our review, we said "The stories told and discovered are fascinating and the Commonwealth is immensely interesting to explore. War never changes. And neither does the amount of time I’m willing to sink into a Fallout game."
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Bloodborne
In our review, we said "With a light touch of thankfully, gratefully optional multiplayer options, Bloodborne will be played for years to come. If you see someone with a Platinum trophy for this game, you will know that you are in the presence of a badass gamer.Bloodborne cannot come any more highly recommended for RPG gamers looking for a true challenge."
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
In our review, we said "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is truly an incredible masterpiece. The writing and building of the world alone should be lauded as some of the best in video games."
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Disgaea 5: Alliance of Vengeance
In our review, we said "Disgaea 5: Alliance of Vengeance is the first worthwhile exclusive for Japanese RPG fanatics on PS4. It has everything that made its predecessors great: a fast-paced, addictive battle system, an abundance of content and a cast of humorous characters."
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Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below
In our review, we said "Unlike other crossover incarnations in theWarriors series, Heroes incorporates enough of the legendary RPG franchise’s traditional elements to create a giddy nostalgia trip. Even if you aren’t a longtime fan, though, you’ll have a chance to get caught up in a whirlwind of solid action-RPG goodness."
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Tales of Zestiria
In our review, we said "Fans of the Tales universe and newcomers alike will love the fifteenth entry’s complex, varied customization options, revamped combat system and lovable cast."
