The year 2024 was particularly rich in role-playing game (RPG) releases, offering enthusiasts varied and memorable experiences. Here’s a selection of the year’s most memorable titles:
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
A direct sequel to the acclaimed remake, this game continues to reinvent the 1997 classic. Players reunite with Cloud and his troupe in an adventure featuring stunning graphics and a revisited narrative, blending nostalgia with innovation.
Metaphor: ReFantazio
Developed by the creators of Persona, this RPG transports players into an original fantasy universe, combining political intrigue and turn-based combat. The game stands out for its narrative depth and meticulous aesthetics.
Dragon’s Dogma 2
Capcom offers an ambitious sequel to its action RPG, with a dynamic open world and intense combat. Despite a few technical controversies, the game’s lively universe and immersive quests will win you over.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
This expansion to FromSoftware’s award-winning game enriches the original experience with new challenges, areas to explore and a deeper narrative, cementing its place as one of the year’s must-haves.
Rise of the Ronin
Plunging players into 19th-century Japan, Team Ninja’s historical RPG offers rich exploration and combat that blends traditional weapons with the innovations of the time, all set against a backdrop of political upheaval.
The award for best RPG game.
At the Game Awards 2024, Metaphor: ReFantazio won Best RPG Game. Developed by the creators of the Persona series, this game stands out for its original fantasy universe, combining political intrigue and turn-based combat. It was also praised for its art direction and storytelling, winning awards in these categories.
The other nominees in the Best RPG Game category were:
- Dragon’s Dogma 2 (Capcom)
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (FromSoftware/Bandai Namco)
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Square Enix)
- Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio/SEGA)
The competition was therefore particularly strong this year, but Metaphor: ReFantazio stood out for its innovation and the depth of its gameplay.
Rise of Ronin
Available now on PS5. Immerse yourself in combat, honor your code, and become the legendary ronin.
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