The Best Classic RPG Games for PC Windows

July 30, 2024

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Update 28 August 2023: Rhapsody: Marl Kingdom Chronicles added at rank #9.

Here are our 10 Best Classic RPG Games for PC Windows: 1

Sea Of Stars (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X PC Windows

Dive into Sea of Stars, a modernized RPG adventure with a nostalgic charm. Engage in turn-based combat, explore a seamless world, and join original characters on a captivating journey. Sync your actions with animations for maximum impact and enjoy activities like sailing, cooking, and playing tabletop games. With its beautiful pixel art and engaging story, Sea of Stars is a must-play for fans of the genre.

What we like:

Excellent music and overall art
Engaging combat with unique mechanics
Simple yet impactful story
Beautiful pixel art and animations
Well-designed levels and puzzles

What could be improved:

Initial poor writing quality
Limited character movesets
Some issues with the lock system
Generic equipment and lack of buffs
Collectibles tied to true ending can be tedious

rpg
turn-based
japanese
jrpg
classic
retro
pixel
combat
battle

Good match + 3 Bad match

Final Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster (2022)

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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

The original FINAL FANTASY VI comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the sixth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.

rpg
japanese
pixel
dungeon
jrpg
auto-battle
classic
battle
class
empire
nostalgia
emotional
2d
remake
narrative

Good match + 4 Bad match - 1

Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection (2023)

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Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Dive into the electrifying world of Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1! Unleash your ultimate deck of special moves in grid-based battles, explore the net for rare BattleChips, and fight network crime with Lan Hikari and MegaMan.EXE. With improved graphics, engaging gameplay, and a jammin' soundtrack, this action-packed collection will keep you on the edge of your seat!

What we like:

Nostalgic gameplay
Enhanced online features
Improved graphics and music
Polished story and balanced gameplay
Unique playstyles with style changes

What could be improved:

Confusing maps
Lack of quality of life improvements
Inability to play offline

rpg
battle
grid
card
online
compilation
dungeon
classic
trading
sprite
combat
retro
platform
real-time
action

Good match + 3 Bad match

Eastward (2021)

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Android Mac OS PC Windows

Eastward is an enthralling post-apocalyptic RPG that allows you to play as two unlikely heroes, John and Sam, on a mission to redeem themselves. The game's stunning visuals, captivating story, and simple yet enjoyable combat mechanics make it an RPG worth playing. The mini-games, interesting NPCs, and cooking mechanics all contribute to the game's depth and replayability. However, the absence of a chapter select option and repeated play-throughs can be a downside. Nevertheless, Eastward is a fantastic RPG that should be on every RPG lover's list.

What we like:

Simple yet enjoyable combat mechanics
Interesting NPCs and mini-games
Well-integrated cooking mechanics
Stunning visuals
Captivating storyline

What could be improved:

No chapter select option
Lack of variety on repeated play-throughs
Lots of cutscenes
Precision aiming can be challenging

rpg
dungeon
pixel
japanese
puzzle
post-apocalyptic
jrpg
boss
shanghai
combat
narrative
classic
adventure
turn-based
zelda

Good match + 8 Bad match - 1

Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous (2021)

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PC Windows Mac OS Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Xbox One Playstation 5

Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous is a classic party-based cRPG developed by Owlcat Games. Take part in a century-long conflict between mortals, demons and other celestial parties and save the region of Mendev or even the entirety of Golarion. Unlock tremendous Mythic powers to set in motion a chain of events that has a chance to end this conflict once and for all.

What we like:

Over 1000 spells
Feats and abilities to choose from
Flexible difficulty settings
Extensive character customization
Mounted combat
Streamlined Kingdom Management system
Turn-based tactical mode for armies

What could be improved:

Character creation can be overwhelming
Kingmaker's infamous insta-death events still exist
Tactical battles feel bare-bones compared to other systems

rpg
turn-based
tabletop
isometric
demons
fantasy
old-school
classic
real-time
combat
battle
dungeon
party
dragon
tactical

Good match + 10 Bad match

Tower of Time (2018)

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PC Windows Linux Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

Tower of Time is a story-rich dungeon crawler with innovative real time combat. Set in the world of Artaria, you play as an anonymous character who has no name and seemingly little history. Explore the Tower with your party, discover various narrative threads that tie back to the present and foreshadow the future. With RPG tropes such as upgrading buildings to level up your heroes, finding blueprints and crafting special equipment also included, Tower of Time offers an incredibly varied gaming experience.

What we like:

Innovative real time combat system
Story-rich narrative
Varied team members with unique skills
Deep exploration encourages full discovery
RPG tropes included

What could be improved:

Occasional graphical hitches
No shortcut to select all heroes at once

rpg
real-time
pause
combat
dungeon-crawler
tactical
story
old-school
classic
strategy
battle
exploration
fight

Good match + 10 Bad match - 4

ATOM RPG: Post-apocalyptic indie game (2021)

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Linux series s series x Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS

Atom RPG is an old school post-apocalyptic game set in Russia. The character creation is reminiscent of games like Fallout, with skills, stats and traits that affect the game's difficulty. Combat is turn-based and action point based, while crafting gives players the chance to create objects using various pieces of rubbish found in the wasteland. There are plenty of NPCs with their own stories, as well as a main storyline to follow.

What we like:

Rich character customization options
Turn-based combat system
Variety of NPCs with stories
Crafting system based on scavenging for resources
Main storyline and side quests

What could be improved:

Aiming at body parts rarely has an effect
Speechcraft skills are essential for success in some situations
Some NPCs have more personality than others

rpg
post-apocalyptic
turn-based
old-school
isometric
atom
classic
survival
combat

Good match + 5 Bad match - 1

Underrail (2015)

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PC Windows

UnderRail is a post-apocalyptic RPG game with turn-based combat, set in a world of tunnels and stations. You will create a character, explore the environment and uncover secrets as you progress. You will battle enemies using action points, use stealthy play and item crafting to your advantage. There are also psionic abilities that add an extra cyberpunk edge to the game.

What we like:

Perk-and-skill based character creation scheme
Action point governed combat system
Intuitive approach to stealthy play
Experience system that rewards exploration and thoroughness over combat prowess
Item crafting with meaningful stat choices
Psionic abilities for added depth

What could be improved:

Flat writing lacks creative spark of older games
Overly vague quest journal
No world or local map present

rpg
turn-based
isometric
old-school
classic
crafting
combat
post-apocalyptic
exploration
stealth
retro

Good match + 9 Bad match - 1

Rhapsody: Marl Kingdom Chronicles (2023)

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ps2 PC Windows Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch

Enjoy the next verse of Marl Kingdom adventures with Rhapsody II: Ballad of the Little Princess and Rhapsody III: Memories of Marl Kingdom! Join Kururu, the daughter of Cornet and Ferdinand, as she pursues her dreams of true love, and experience these classic RPGs in full forte as they take center stage! With improved visuals, a heart-warming story, a charming soundtrack, and an emotional conclusion, Rhapsody: Marl Kingdom Chronicles comes ready to win your heart as it makes its welcome western debut!

rpg
turn-based
japanese
battle
jrpg
combat
fast-forward
auto-battle
adventure
classic

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Quest for Infamy (2014)

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PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One Mac OS Linux Nintendo Switch

Quest for Infamy is a humorous and nostalgic point-and-click adventure game with a twist - you get to play the charming villain. Choose from three different characters, each with their own storylines, and become the bad guy who cheats, lies, and steals your way through multiple endings. With hand-drawn graphics and customizable spells, skills, and adventures, this game gives you the ultimate retro RPG experience that has never felt so good!

What we like:

Humorous dialogue with great writing and exploration
Modernized old school adventure games with good story, quests, and humor
End game achievements accessible to any character class
Huge open world with good animations and decent voice acting
Wonderful homage to Sierra On-Line games and perfect for fans of the point & click genre

What could be improved:

Frustrating design issues
Occasional offensive humor
Some puzzles require arbitrary actions to be triggered
Combat system is repetitive and lackluster with simple mechanics

adventure
point-and-click
rpg
old-school
puzzle
classic
stealth
villain
fantasy
combat
inventory
fight
picaresque
retro
funny

Good match + 1 Bad match

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