The Best Rpg Games for Playstation 4

Update : Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land added at rank #8.
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Metaphor ReFantazio (2024)

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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4

The throne sits empty after the king’s assassination. With no heirs, the will of the late king decrees that the next monarch will be elected by the people, & thus begins your fight for the throne..


  • turn-based
  • rpg
  • japanese
  • dungeon
  • fantasy
  • combat
  • battle
  • jrpg
  • political
  • orchestral

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Persona 3 Reload (2024)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • remake
  • jrpg
  • dungeon
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • combat
  • dungeon-crawler
  • supernatural

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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

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Persona 5 Royal (2022)

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95
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Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Persona 5 Royal is a JRPG that mixes turn-based combat with stealth and puzzles, creating an unbelievably cool and unique gaming experience. You play as a high schooler fighting supernatural forces while balancing everyday activities and relationships. The game features excellent visuals, an outstanding soundtrack, and a well-realized story that deals with some serious teenage issues. With refined mechanics and new additions, Persona 5 Royal is undoubtedly worth playing.


What we like:
  • Well-realized story
  • Unique gameplay loop
  • Top-notch combat system
  • Outstanding soundtrack
  • Multiple meaningful additions
What could be improved:
  • Heavy on dialogue and story
  • Slow start
  • Can be overwhelming

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • combat
  • fight

5

Unicorn Overlord (2024)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s j Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One

Unicorn Overlord is mesmerizing blend of strategy and RPG magic by Vanillaware. Command Prince Alain in a high-stakes quest to reclaim his kingdom, mastering intricate battles and forging alliances. With a vast world teeming with secrets, strategic depth, and a cast that grows on you, every decision shapes your legacy. Are you ready to lead?


What we like:
  • Deep strategic gameplay with real-time and pause mechanics
  • Extensive character customization enhances tactical depth
  • Engaging story with memorable side quests
  • Beautiful hand-drawn artwork and immersive soundtrack
  • Rich world-building through character interactions
What could be improved:
  • Generic main storyline
  • Managing large armies can become tedious

  • tactical
  • rpg
  • strategy
  • battle
  • real-time
  • japanese
  • combat
  • pause
  • narrative
  • empire
  • fight
  • fantasy

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Granblue Fantasy Relink (2024)

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PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4

A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • action
  • anime
  • boss
  • combat
  • jrpg
  • fight
  • boss-fight
  • arpg
  • battle
  • cooperative

7

Star Ocean The Second Story R (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • remake
  • battle
  • sci-fi
  • dungeon
  • classic

8

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (2025)

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

"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field.


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • open-world
  • jrpg
  • crafting
  • exploration
  • collectathon
  • battle
  • party
  • combat
  • hack-and-slash

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Disco Elysium: The Final Cut (2021)

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90
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Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch stadia Mac OS PC Windows Playstation 4

Disco Elysium - The Final Cut is a groundbreaking role playing game. You’re a detective with a unique skill system at your disposal and a whole city to carve your path across. Interrogate unforgettable characters, crack murders or take bribes. Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.


  • rpg
  • detective
  • political
  • dice
  • isometric
  • skill
  • crime

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The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie (2023)

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Playstation 4 Playstation 5 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Dive into The Legend of Heroes: Trails Into Reverie, an epic RPG journey that weaves together three captivating storylines. Engage in refined tactical combat, explore vast landscapes, and shape the destinies of unforgettable characters. With a masterfully executed story, a wide variety of playable characters, and an immersive world, this game is a rewarding culmination of the Trails series.


What we like:
  • Epic storytelling with three interconnected storylines
  • Wide variety of playable characters
  • Refined tactical combat
  • Excellent world-building and character development
  • Engaging and varied gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Complex lore
  • Tedious character management and cluttered menus
  • Extensive grinding required

  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • japanese
  • combat
  • jrpg
  • narrative
  • story
  • tactical
  • political
  • anime

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