Best RPG Games for PC
RPGs are the ultimate escape. Whether you’re battling dragons, unraveling ancient mysteries, or just trying to save the world before dinnertime, these games offer a chance to step into someone else’s boots and live out an epic adventure.
But let’s be real—choosing the right RPG can feel like its own daunting quest. There are so many options out there, from sprawling open worlds to more intimate, story-driven experiences. Do you want to be the hero? The antihero? Or maybe just the random villager who somehow ends up saving the kingdom?
To save you some time, I’ve put together a curated list of the best RPGs out there. These aren’t just any RPGs; they’re the ones that deliver unforgettable stories, jaw-dropping worlds, and gameplay that keeps you coming back for more. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or someone looking to take their first steps into the genre, there’s something here for you.
1. Baldur’s Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a great game but what makes it truly the best RPG out there is not just one thing but rather a combination of a few things mixed together.
One of them is rich storytelling. Baldur’s Gate 3 is set in a world of D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) and offers a profound and engaging narrative filled with choices that influence how the story unfolds.
Each member of your party has a personal journey and individual opinions which makes the game even more interesting. Their stories can also develop in multiple ways depending on how you interact with them, and you can even have romantic relationships with them.
Another thing that makes it stand out is character customization. You can create a unique character with a wide range of races, classes, and backgrounds, which also affects the story.
There are so many exploration possibilities, relationships and choices. Baldur’s Gate 3 has high replayability (it’ll never be the same twice) and of course stunning graphics and great sound.
All of it combined is what makes this game a perfect RPG that many gamers love to play. And if you get stuck anywhere, here’s our beginner’s guide to Baldur’s Gate 3 (with all the tips and tricks you’ll ever need).
2. Dragon Age: Origins
The story of Dragon Age: Origins is set in the world of Thedas, filled with deep and engaging story that involves choices that can impact if significantly.
You get to play as a Grey Warden who is trying to save the world against a devastating event called the Blight and it also involves political and personal storylines. You can customize how the Grey Warden looks, their gender, race, and class. Each race and class has unique backgrounds that add to the depth of the game.
The world of Thedas is highly detailed and immersive with various regions available for you to explore. Each region has its own culture, history, and problems/challenges for you to solve.
What makes this game a great RPG (besides the stuff I already mentioned) is that no matter how long you play it, you’ll feel like there is so much more to the characters and the story that you’re missing out on.
3. Elden Ring
Besides the impressive graphics, a captivating soundtrack and top-notch voice acting, Elden Ring is a great RPG for several more reasons.
One of them being the great lore and storytelling that was developed in collaboration with George R.R. Martin. You know, the guy who’s responsible for the creation of Game of Thrones.
Elden Ring offers a brilliant story that’s set in the open world known as the Lands Between. It’s filled with beautiful landscapes, all sorts of enemies, secrets and dungeons for you to explore. And while the combat might be challenging for some, mastering the timing, positioning and strategy is very rewarding once you get the hang of it.
What really makes Elden Ring great is that there isn’t just one way of doing things right — you kinda make your own path. Which means you can replay the game multiple times and still have a unique experience.
4. Ghost of Tsushima
I’ve been very vocal when it comes to the Ghost of Tsushima and it’s justifiably so. My experience with the game has been nothing short of amazing. The story is a masterpiece — I’ve really gotten immersed into the whole journey of the “fallen” samurai experience and I enjoyed every second of it.
Gameplay isn’t far behind either. The combination of travelling around on your horse, sneaking around various places, fighting all sorts of enemies, discovering all kinds of secrets is what makes the Ghost of Tsushima a very enjoyable experience.
And for the graphics and sound, don’t get me started. It’s a beautifully designed game that has so many breathtaking sceneries and on top of that the music and voice acting isn’t far behind.
5. Final Fantasy VII
It’s challenging to pick the “best” part of the Final Fantasy franchise. We were blessed enough to have so many good ones. Personally, I struggle to pick one, so I’ve decided to go with the vox populi.
There are multiple things that make Final Fantasy VII one of the best RPG games. One of them being a compelling story that just pulls you in and keeps you on your toes all the time. Prepare yourself to experience all kinds of emotions as you embark on this wonderful journey.
Final Fantasy VII features many memorable characters, each with their own backstory, personal reasons to what drives them and their own inner journey over the course of the story.Characters like Cloud, Tifa, Aerith, and Sephiroth are basically icons in the gaming world that have impacted the lives of many.
The audio and graphics are amazing as well. The game’s backgrounds and CGI cutscenes are so groundbreaking that they set new standards for graphics and cinematics in the video game world.
And it just so happens that voice acting and soundtracks in the game are just perfect.
With so many side quests, mini-games, secrets is what makes Final Fantasy a great game that you can replay numerous times and still have a blast doing it.
And just so happens they did a remake of the game. I highly suggest playing the original first and then the remake, so you can grasp the story fully and enjoy the difference between those two.
6. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V is considered a great RPG for numerous reasons. One of the things that Skyrim offers is a great open world that’s filled with snowy mountains, ancient ruins, and big forests which you can explore fully however you like.
Besides the open world, it has intricate lore that you can uncover through exploration and also there are DRAGONS. As you explore the vast world of Skyrim, you’ll be able to do all sorts of quests, both main and side quests. Which can be done in multiple ways.
With a great character customization where you can customize not just your appearance but also a wide range of skills and abilities, you’ll be able to create a unique experience every time you play it.
Without going too much into the details, one last thing that makes The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim one of best RPGs is its awesome modding community. There are players that created mods that enhance the game, add new content, and even improve graphics.
With all those things and more, makes Skyrim a really great game that you can replay as many times as you want and still have an unique experience.
7. Mass Effect: Legendary Edition
It’s a difficult task picking which of the parts is the best one and luckily for us, we don’t have to. Mass Effect Legendary Edition is a combination of three parts, over 40 DLC, promo weapons, armor and much more.
This way you get the whole experience for the price of one. You’ll be able to see the whole story unfold from start to end, meet new characters, learn about their backstories and much more.
The Mass Effect universe is well crafted, with rich lore, and a big line-up of planets and their respective cultures.
The game is also known for its cinematic quality, cool cutscenes, great graphics and also really good voice acting. All of that paired with an innovative gameplay that offers the mix of action and a strategy makes this a really great RPG.
8. Fallout: New Vegas
The story of Fallout: New Vegas is set in a post-apocalyptic Nevada, featuring the ruins of Las Vegas. It also has a vast open world filled with locations that have all sorts of hidden secrets and side quests.
The part where the game really shines in its “RPG-ness” is the character creation and customization, including different traits,perks, and skills, as well as the S.P.E.C.I.A.L. system which is a great addition to character development.
Another great thing about the game is a variety of the factions, each with its own agendas, ideologies and conflicts. Which means that each faction offers unique questlines.
Also just like Skyrim, Fallout has a great modding community that with various mods can improve the look of the game, add new content and improve overall gameplay. Which also means this game can be enjoyed for many hours/days.
9. The Witcher 3
The star of the game is a monster slayer for hire named Geralt of Rivia, also known as The Witcher. We get to play as him, while he is on a search for Ciri. The world of the Withcer is filled with great lore, history, all sorts of monsters and characters that make it very interesting to say the least.
Characters like Yennefer, Triss, Vesemir, Dandelion, and many more that are featured in the game help you get immersed into the story even more.
Besides the great graphics, soundtracks and even better voice lines, the Witcher 3 also has some of the most interesting side quests. Most of those side quests feel like a story of their own and often put you in a moral dilemma. But on the other hand it’s what makes them so memorable. It also doesn’t hurt that the combat system is great.
10. Cyberpunk 2077
Last but not least, we have Cyberpunk 2077, a game that had its ups and down but finally we can call it a great game. What makes this one of the best RPG games ever is the combination of story, gameplay, graphics, and audio. All of that creates a very memorable experience.
Cyberpunk 2077 is set in Night City — a futuristic metropolis. It’s the year 2077 and the protagonist called V is hired to steal a biochip known as “the Relic” from Arasaka Corporation. The mission goes totally sideways and V ends up putting the chip inside his head. Which he laters finds out that the chip is overwriting his consciousness with the consciousness of Johnny Silverhand. It’s the type of story that gets the hold of you and you just have to find out how it’s going to end.
When approaching the gameplay, there are wide options to pick from. If you choose to do hand to hand combat you can, if you want to go gun blazing and destroy everyone on your path, you can. If you want to be a damn samurai, you have that option too. There are so many options on how you want to approach everything that you can replay the game as much as you like and still have a unique experience.
Also it helps to have perfect graphics, really good animations, soundtracks, and don’t get me started on voice acting. All of it is done in such a way that the game feels like it’s on another level from the rest. You really get your money’s worth with Cyberpunk 2077.
Final words of wisdom
I hope you enjoyed this short list of best RPG games. There are so many of the great ones out there and including them all on the list would be an impossible task. Consider this list more as an introduction into the world of RPG games. Have a great day and enjoy gaming!
