Roleplaying games have always been one of the most famous genres of games. Furthermore, on platforms like Playstation and Xbox, they have huge separate fan bases. One particular reason for this is the development in the quality of graphics and also more detailed storylines. Here is a list of the top 5 roleplaying games released in 2023 on Playstation, Xbox, and PC that you would definitely enjoy.
Hogwarts Legacy
Date Released – 7 February 2023
Developer – Avalanche Software
Platform – Playstation, Xbox, PC, Nintendo Switch
Definitely one of the most talked about RPGs of 2023 is Hogwarts Legacy. It takes us down to an alley of memories filled with one of the most popular movies of all time, Harry Potter. The gameplay is undoubtedly one of the best if not the best among all the existing RPGs. It is an open-world RPG where your character is a student that holds a key to an ancient secret that threatens the wizarding world.
The game was highly awaited, and believe us when we say it didn’t disappoint. It is a must-try, especially if you are a Potterhead. We are sure that you won’t wanna miss out on an adventure in the wizarding world.
Forspoken
Date Released – January 24, 2023
Developer – Luminous Productions
Platform – Playstation, PC
Undoubtedly, this game had us amazed. The gameplay and storyline feel really smooth. The story centers around a girl named Frey who lives in New York but one day finds herself trapped in the magical land of Athia. As the story progresses Frey agrees to help the natives of Athia and fight the threats in the magical world.
Her journey to find the way back home is filled with adventure, magic, and formidable challenges. Unlike other RPGs, Forspoken is completely driven by ranged spell attacks.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
Date Released – March 3, 2023
Developer -Team Ninja
Platform – Playstation, PC, Xbox
Wo Long was released in March and is often talked about alongside Elden Ring. It is a history RPG game fictionalized during the fall of the Han Dynasty. The gameplay really resembles Ghost of Tsushima, you have to choose one of the 5 characters and customize it.
You need to block the incoming attacks with a melee weapon and find an opening for an attack. Hence, you need to have good reflexes and tactical knowledge to carry out a successful fight. It is a must-try if you enjoy such combat-style games.
Octopath Traveller 2
Date Released – 24 February 2023
Developer – Square Enix
Platform – Playstation, PC
It is the third entry in the series Octopath and the sequel to Octopath Traveller in 2018. It has new distinctive features compared to its previous counterparts such as an in-game mechanism that revolves around the day and night time.
The story takes place in Solistia, a land comprising an eastern and western continent separated by the sea. The players need to move between 8 characters in the game, each of which has its own stories and goals. This game definitely makes it to our list of top 5 roleplaying games of 2023.
Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key
Date Released – March 23, 2023
Developer – Gust
Platform – Playstation, PC
A highly rated RPG by critics, Atelier Ryza definitely makes it to the list. It is the 24th entry in the series. There are a few new concepts in the game that are introduced in this game. time, although the gameplay is quite similar to the previous games in the series. In the game, players need to move around the map while collecting materials from the environment and defeating monsters Ryza can use these materials to synthesize items and improve the party’s equipment and accomplish missions
This game also celebrates the 25th anniversary of the series and is definitely an RPG to look out for if you enjoy combats based on both turn-based and real-time.
Other Roleplaying games releasing in 2023 to look out for
Apart from these amazing top 5 roleplaying games of 2023, the year seems quite packed with a lot of promising projects by renowned studios that are ready to release later this year. Here are a few noticeable names:
- Final Fantasy 16 – June 22, 2023
- Diablo 4 – June 6, 2023
- Starfield – September 6, 2023
- Baldur’s Gate 3 – August 31, 2023
- The Elder Scrolls 7 – TBA
- The Legends of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom – May 12, 2023
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