Dungeon Siege
Dungeon Siege is an action-RPG set in the high fantasy Kingdom of Ehb. Play cooperatively with other players, or venture alone and control a group of heroes. Dungeon Siege mixes tactical and real time combat in a seamless, open world environment.
Developer: Gas Powered Games Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios Release Date: April 5, 2002 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 88% Pros: +High replay value +Great Multiplayer and Co-op modes +Seamless action, no load times +Innovative mix of action and tactical gameplay. Cons: -Gameplay can get repetitive. (more…) |
Dual Hearts
Dual Hearts is an action RPG where players explore the dreams of various people. The graphics are bright and upbeat, and the gameplay consists of a mixture of combat and puzzle solving. Unlock and use a varied range of weapons in this charming, brightly colored RPG.
Developer: Matrix Software Publisher: Atlus Release Date: September 23, 2002 Platforms: PlayStation 2 JustRPG Score: 80% Pros: +Innovative puzzles and stage designs. +Great weapon system. +Appealing characters. Cons: -Not challenging enough. -Poor pacing. -Clumsy graphics engine. -Linear progression. |
Dual Hearts Overview
Developed by the same studio behind the darker themed Alundra, Dual Hearts is another action-RPG but with a brighter theme. Dual Hearts involves exploring dreams, solving puzzles, and hacking away at enemies with an assortment of weapons. The combat system in the game is one of its most innovative features, there are many different weapons to acquire and an odd mythical partner called a Baku to fight alongside. The graphics in Dual Hearts aren’t steller, but the bright colors and varied stages make up for that. The mix of gameplay elements and lower challenge may frustrate Alundra fans, but they make Dual Hearts accessible to a wider audience.
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Drakengard
Drakengard is an action RPG in which humans make pacts with powerful creatures like dragons. Battle against hundreds of opponents at a time in an epic struggle against the Empire. Play through land and aerial missions, and wield a wide assortment of weapons.
Developer: Cavia Publisher: Square Enix Release Date: March 02, 2004 Platforms: PlayStation 2 JustRPG Score: 65% Pros: +Deep, immersive story line. +Fight on land and in the air with 65 different weapons. +Plenty of optional missions, characters and alternative endings to unlock. (more…) |
Dragon Ball Z: The Legacy of Goku 2
Dragon Ball Z: The Legacy of Goku 2 is an action-adventure RPG and the second game in the Legacy of Goku series of GBA RPGs based on the popular anime series. The game picks off after the death of Freeza and takes players through to the end of the Cell Saga.
Developer: Webfoot Technologies Publisher: Atari Release Date: June 17, 2003 Platforms: GameBoy Advance JustRPG Score: 90% Pros: +Play as the main characters from the DBZ series. +Side quests and a more open-world environment add replay value. (more…) |
Divine Divinity
Divine Divinity is a fantasy themed action RPG for the PC. The game has three playable classes and over 150 NPC characters to interact with. Divine Divinity is noted for its easily accessible gameplay, and extensive sound track.
Developer: Larian Studios Publisher: CDV Release Date: September 22, 2002 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 95% Pros: +Hack & Slash combat. +Wide variety of Skills. +Solid random item generator +Great soundtrack +Lengthy story line with plenty of quests. Cons: -Only 3 classes. -Difficulty may frustrate some gamers. -Dated, clunky interface. |
Disgaea 2: Cursed Memories
Disgaea 2: Cursed Memories is the sequel to the cult-classic strategy RPG Disgaea. This sequel offers the same mix of quirky story elements and in-depth turn-based gameplay that won fans over last time. Disgaea 2 is a very polished tactics RPG that veterans of the genre shouldn’t miss.
Developer: Nippon Ichi Software Publisher: NIS America Release Date: August 29, 2006 Platforms: PS2 JustRPG Score: 87% Pros: +Great artwork and voice acting. +Entertaining, lighthearted story. +Deep turn based gameplay. +Good soundtrack Cons: -Steep learning curve. -Similar to the original Disgaea title. |
Disgaea: Hour of Darkness
Disgaea: Hour of Darkness is an innovative strategy RPG with anime inspired visuals, an original story line, and hundreds of hours of gameplay value. Explore the netherworld while deploying up to 10 characters in turn-based battles that take place on gridded maps.
Developer: Nippon Ichi Software Publisher: Atlus Release Date: September 25, 2003 Platforms: PS2 JustRPG Score: 96% Pros: +Attractive art style. +Great voice acting & story. +In-depth gameplay. +Plenty of side-quests and additional content. Cons: -Slow paced gameplay. -Steep learning curve. |
Disciples 2: Dark Prophecy
Disciples 2 is a fantasy themed turn-based RPG for the PC. It is the successor to the original Disciples and the story is set several years after the events in the previous game. The same four factions including the Empire, Mountain Clans, Undead, and Legions of the Damned make a come back. Fans of the strategy RPG genre will find a lot to like in Disciple 2.
Developer: Strategy First Publisher: Infogrames, Stardock Release Date: January 24, 2002 (more…) |
Dink Smallwood
Dink Smallwood is an indie developed RPG with Zelda like gameplay. The satirical story follows Dink, a big farmer who must defeat a mysterious cult. After its initial release, Dink Smallwood was made available for free. It continues to be a popular free indie title that’s still supported by fan-made add-ons. A mobile version was released years later.
Developer: Robinson Technologies Publisher: Iridon Interactive Release Date: 1997 Platforms: PC, iOS, Android JustRPG Score: 85% Pros: +Available as Freeware. +Light hearted story with plenty of humorous dialogue (more…) |
Diablo 2
Diablo 2 is an action-RPG for the PC. Its the sequel to the original Diablo, and one of the defining games of the genre. Chose from five distinct characters and save a dark, cursed world that’s under siege by demons. Play alone or with others on Battle.net. Collect epic loot, and slay Diablo and his minions!
Developer: Blizzard North Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment Release Date: June 29, 2000 Platforms:PC, Mac JustRPG Score: 85% Pros: +Great story and cinematics. +Five distinct characters, each with unique tech trees. (more…) |