Diablo
Diablo is an action RPG set in the blighted city of Tristram. Play as a Warrior, Rogue, or Sorcerer and eradicate the demons haunting the land. Diablo has fast paced gameplay, an interesting story, and plenty of loot waiting to be acquired. While simple to play, Diablo can be enjoyed for many hours and multiple replays.
Developer: Blizzard Entertainment Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment Release Date: November 30, 1996 Platform: PC JustRPG Score: 98% Pros: +Simple yet addictive gameplay. +Great setting and production value. (more…) |
The Dark Eye: Drakensang
The Dark Eye: Drakensang is a PC RPG by the German studio Radon Labs. It is the first game set in the ‘The Dark Eye’ world and is set in the city of Ferdok. Players start out with one character, but can soon recruit NPCs to aid them in battle. Control up to four characters at a time in battles which are part turn-based, and part real-time.
Developer: Radon Labs Publisher: THQ Release Date: February 24, 2009 (more…) |
Darkstone
Darkstone is a fantasy themed action RPG with gameplay and an interface similar to Diablo. Darkstone has a 3D game engine and user controlled camera which make for an immersive RPG experience. Defeat the evil monk Draak and rid the world of evil in Darkstone!
Developer: Delphine Software International Publisher: Gathering of Developers (PC), Take-Two Interactive (PSX) Release Date: July 31, 1999 (PC) January 28, 2001 (PSX) Platform: PC, PlayStation JustRPG Score: 93% Pros: +4 character classes, each with a male and female version. (more…) |
Grandia 2
Grandia 2 is the first game in the RPG series to have fully 3D graphics. Grandia 2 has a more mature theme than the original Grandia and was first released for the Dreamcast. The game has an interesting turn based combat system and a gorgeous fantasy world to explore.
Developer: Game Arts Publisher: Sega, Enix, Ubisoft (NA/EU) Release Date: December 6, 2000 Platform: Dreamcast, PlayStation 2, PC JustRPG Score: 88% Pros: +Unique mix of turn-based and real time combat. +Beautiful areas to explore. (more…) |
Gothic 2
Gothic 2 is a 3D PC roleplaying game that is a direct sequel to the original Gothic. The game has a third-person camera angle and action-RPG style gameplay. Play a nameless hero and explore the vast, well designed isle of Khorinis.
Gothic
Gothic is a fantasy themed PC RPG by the German studio Piranha Bytes. Explore a vast, and vividly designed medieval world as a nameless hero. In Gothic, your actions and interactions with other characters have lasting consequences!
Gothic Overview
Gothic is a German developed PC RPG with 3D graphics. Players control a nameless hero as he completes quests and fights monsters to earn skill points with which to advance. Learn trade skills, combat abilities, and other skills. The game takes place during a savage war between Humans and Orcs. There are a variety of choices presented to players throughout Gothic, and no set classes to lock in as. The interface is a bit counter intuitive, but Gothic is still a top notch RPG that PC fans shouldn’t pass up. It is the first game in the Gothic series which is now up to four games.
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The Elder Scrolls 3: Tribunal
The Elder Scrolls 3: Tribunal is the first expansion pack to the PC RPG The Elder Scrolls 3. The expansion adds the temple city of Mournhold which can be accessed through a portal. Many of the game mechanics and features in the original are also upgraded by this expansion, making it a worthwhile addition.
Developer: Bethesda Softworks Publisher: Bethesda Softworks Release Date: November 06, 2002 Platform: PC JustRPG Score: 83% Pros: +A large, new area to explore. +Adds mercenaries and pack animals. (more…) |
League of Legends
League of Legends is a multiplayer online battle arena game that was developed and published by Riot games and was released for the PC on October 27, 2009.
Developer: Riot Games Publisher: Riot Games Release Date: October 27, 2009 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 90% Pros: +Many characters to choose from. +Always people online. +Large professional scene. +Updates often. Cons: -Difficult to learn. -Hard to get into. -Aggressive community. |
League of Legends Overview
League of Legends is a MOBA game for the PC that was released after the end of the Warcraft 3 DOTA days. In this game players are on a team of three to five other players who fight for control of a single map versus another team of players. The end goal of this game is to destroy the enemies base. Where this game really shines is it’s large selection of characters to choose from. Other than that the player is basically playing the same map over and over again. Another major feature this game offers is it’s extremely popular professional scene that draws many players and viewers.
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Lineage II
Lineage II is a massively multiplayer role playing game that was developed and published by NC Soft, and was released for the PC on April 27, 2004.
Developer: NC Soft Publisher: NC Soft Release Date: April 27, 2004 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 93% Pros: +Revolutionary for its time. +Fun, easy to grasp combat. +Addictive. +Many expansions to choose from. +Good soundtrack. Cons: -Gameplay gets repetitive. -Player base is mostly in Asia. |
Lineage II Overview
Lineage II is a massively multiplayer role playing game with an anime inspired fantasy setting. For the time of this game’s release it was revolutionary for its graphics, and fluid gameplay. It was however not without its flaws. The game can get very “grindy” very fast, and the character customization options are also very limited. Overall Lineage II was a great game for its time, but in this day and age there are many other options that could satisfy your MMORPG itch.
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Marvel Ultimate Alliance
Marvel Ultimate Alliance is an action role playing game that was developed by Raven Software, published by Activision, and was released on October 24, 2006.
Developer: Raven Software Publisher: Activision Release Date: October 24, 2006 Platforms: Xbox, Xbox 360, PS2, PC JustRPG Score: 90% Pros: +Appealing characters. +Decent visuals. +Many playable characters. +Fun gameplay mechanics. Cons: -Low replay value. -Some notable characters are not playable. -Mediocre voice acting. |
Marvel Ultimate Alliance Overview
Marvel Ultimate Alliance is an action role playing game that was released on multiple platforms in late 2006. The game has a large cast of characters, which is sure to please most Marvel fans! The gameplay is also rather enjoyable and easy to wrap your head around. Overall the game is very playable, it just gets repetitive rather quick, and the voice acting is mediocre at best.
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