In this series, we are learning how different aspects of video games work by playing games that offer an easy introduction to this one concept. This is designed for people new to gaming and aims to identify games with the least barriers. In this entry, we are looking at Role Playing games.
A role-playing video game, sometimes called role-playing or RPG for short, places the player in control of a character living in a deep fantasy or futuristic world. Like the table-top role-playing (Dungeons & Dragons) games they grew from, the focus is on creating an experience from the perspective of another person.
Role-playing games form a strong backbone for other genres like Adventure and Narrative games. A strong sense of character is created by allowing the player control of the appearance, decisions and direction of the game. Some games create this with tight Fighting mechanics, or intricate dungeon Puzzles while others focus more on offering wider expansive choices with Open-Worlds and Strategic decisions.
This list includes 20 games from the last 24 years, with 518 likes. They come from a range of different genres and play-styles and are all good games if you want to play your first role play game.