Best RPG Games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated rpg games. For those who prefer not to search, check out lists of the most played, top deals and best free to play RPG games on Steam.

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Verdant Skies Verdant Skies is a life simulation game born from a love for games like Harvest Moon and a desire to create something unique with modern gameplay and deep storytelling. Ensure the success of the colony as you make friends and pursue romance with a diverse cast of characters.

Price -94% 1.05€
Rating 7.6
Release 12 Feb 2018
Aegis Defenders Take on wild beasts, ruthless soldiers, and ancient gods in this 2D Action-Platformer inspired by Tower-Defense combat.

Price -97% 0.78€
Rating 7.6
Release 08 Feb 2018
WARTILE Wartile is a cool-down based strategy game in which you control a warband of Viking figurines in a miniature universe inspired by Norse mythology. Unravel its secrets and rein the powers of the gods.

Price -66% 6.88€
Rating 7.2
Release 08 Feb 2018
Gazing from beyond This is a galgame about college life, where you'll pursuit the love of your life. You'll surely experience hardship, triumph, happiness, sadness, maybe even trauma. Only time can heal all.

Price 1.99€
Rating 6.3
Release 07 Feb 2018
Closers Closers is an episodic anime action RPG bursting with spectacular battles and steeped in an epic storyline. Choose your Closer, gather your friends or dive in solo, and use your amazing powers to protect Earth, in mankind’s desperate battle against horrific monsters from another dimension!

Price Free to play
Rating 7.1
Release 06 Feb 2018
Salt Salt is an open world exploration game where you sail from island to island looking for loot and new discoveries! Relax and explore at your own pace, picking a direction and setting sail across a vast ocean filled with quests, merchants, ruins, pirates, and other mysterious places.

Price -41% 8.96€
Rating 7.4
Release 06 Feb 2018
Sairento VR VR was made for this. Perform triple jumps, wall runs, power slides and slow time down while blasting away at a foe before landing to deliver a blade attack on another. Kit yourself with katanas, firearms, bows, throwing glaives and legendary relics. Keep upgrading as you play. PURE CYBER NINJA FUN.

Price -97% 0.84€
Rating 8.1
Release 06 Feb 2018
Regions Of Ruin Regions of Ruin is a 2D pixel side-scrolling RPG with town-building, where you explore, fight and build into an open world that progressively challenges you and your settlement, and threatens the extinction of the dwarven race.

Price -99% 0.21€
Rating 8.4
Release 05 Feb 2018
Yet Another Research Dog The research dog is a newly graduated Ph.D.. His life-long dream is to become a great scientist, but the fortune is not on his side. After years of hard working, he is finally offered an intern position in a random lab. However, the job is not that easy and happy as he expected.

Price 0.79€
Rating 7.9
Release 02 Feb 2018
Delver Delve into the shifting dungeons on your hunt for the Yithidian orb, but getting it might just be the easy part. Delver is a single player first-person action roguelike dungeon crawler, just like you wished they used to make.

Price -41% 8.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 01 Feb 2018
Tangledeep Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!

Price -92% 1.11€
Rating 7.9
Release 01 Feb 2018
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.

Price -69% 15.68€
Rating 8.7
Release 01 Feb 2018
Candleman: The Complete Journey Despite only being able to burn for 10 seconds, a little candle journeys into the darkness, with the purpose of seeking light.

Price -27% 11.04€
Rating 8.7
Release 31 Jan 2018
Avernum 3: Ruined World Wander free through this epic, indie fantasy adventure. Explore a huge world that evolves as time passes. Towns fight battles. Refugees flee. Disasters happen. Features cunning adventures, great depth, and unlimited freedom. Be a merchant or bounty hunter, buy a home, save the world!

Price -97% 0.67€
Rating 7.8
Release 31 Jan 2018
The Sand Man “I’ll tell you a scary story. It’s so scary you might not be able to take it. It’s the story of the Sand Man...” This is the second title in the Strange Man series, developed by Uri Games. Unable to sleep and exhausted, Sophie wanders into a town where everything sleeps. That is where the terror begins...

Price 2.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 29 Jan 2018
Tesla vs Lovecraft Tesla vs Lovecraft is an intense top-down twin stick arena shooter from the creators of Crimsonland and Neon Chrome. Play as the enigmatic inventor Nikola Tesla harnessing the static energy to power up Tesla-Mech and give the lovecraftian nightmares a lesson in horror!

Price -75% 3.82€
Rating 8.5
Release 26 Jan 2018
Zwei: The Arges Adventure Filterless fashionista Pipiro and poindextrous punster Pokkle are ordinary step-siblings facing an ordinary day in their ordinary little burg...until a grand theft macguffin occurs and they decide to become unlikely heroes for cash and glory (in that order). This goes about as well as you’d expect.

Price -97% 0.45€
Rating 7.6
Release 24 Jan 2018
LEGRAND LEGACY: Tale of the Fatebounds Join the Fatebounds as they travel the world of Legrand in a desperate attempt to stop the Mugna Feud, a war of unparalleled savagery, and uncover the sinister forces behind it!

Price -73% 5.14€
Rating 6.7
Release 24 Jan 2018
Blast-off Blast-off is a hardcore jumper/runner/shmup, where your alter ego will be a ball of anti-matter seeking to leave our Universe. Anti-matter is extremely difficult to exist in our universe, because when it contact with matter it annihilates.

Price 2.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 22 Jan 2018
Walking Zombie: Shooter The Walking Zombie is a stationary FPS with an online co-op mode in a world full of zombies to kill. Buy and upgrade your weapons, kill all enemies in 200 levels and destroy mighty boss monsters before they eat you alive!

Price 4.99€
Rating 7.1
Release 19 Jan 2018
Nantucket Chase after Moby Dick, and live through the Golden Age of American whaling in this seafaring strategy game. Set sail around the world, manage your ship and crew, and live Ishmael's story, the sole survivor of the Pequod, a few years after the events narrated by Herman Melville in his masterpiece.

Price -88% 2.20€
Rating 7.6
Release 18 Jan 2018
Full Metal Furies From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Price -97% 0.60€
Rating 8.7
Release 17 Jan 2018
The Crooked Man There was a crooked man, and he walked a crooked mile... This is the first title in the series known as The Strange Man, developed by Uri Games. Experience the myriad horrors awaiting David as he moves into his new house.

Price 2.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 16 Jan 2018
Shotgun Legend Eugene must battle aliens and the undead in search of a truck rim, as it seems to be his ticket home.

Price -51% 0.49€
Rating 8.5
Release 15 Jan 2018

Role-Playing Games (RPGs) are a beloved genre that allows players to step into the shoes of unique characters, embark on epic quests, and immerse themselves in rich, fantastical worlds. Whether you enjoy deep storytelling, character customization, or strategic combat, RPGs offer something for everyone. This page highlights the best RPGs available on Steam, all carefully selected based on their scores and user reviews.

What Makes a Great RPG?

Storytelling
Engaging narratives that draw players in and keep them invested in the characters and world.
Character Development
The ability to create and evolve your character, making choices that affect the game's outcome.
World-Building
A well-crafted universe filled with lore, diverse environments, and intriguing NPCs (non-playable characters).
Gameplay Mechanics
Whether it's turn-based combat or real-time action, the mechanics should be intuitive and enjoyable.
Replayability
Great RPGs often offer multiple paths, endings, or character builds, encouraging players to experience the game in different ways.

RPGs come in various sub-genres, including action RPGs, turn-based RPGs, and open-world RPGs, each offering unique gameplay experiences.

How to Choose the Right RPG for You

Single-Player vs. Multiplayer
Decide if you want a solo experience or if you'd prefer to play with friends.
Story Depth
If you love narratives, look for games known for their storytelling.
Gameplay Style
Think about whether you prefer turn-based combat or real-time action.
Theme and Setting
Choose a game that resonates with your interests, whether it's fantasy, sci-fi, or historical.

Use the filters on our site to narrow down your choices based on your preferences, such as gameplay style, user ratings, and release date.

What are the best RPGs for beginners?

Games like Undertale and Stardew Valley are great starting points due to their accessible gameplay and engaging stories.

What's the difference between action RPGs and traditional RPGs?

Action RPGs focus on real-time combat and fast-paced gameplay, allowing players to engage in battles directly. Traditional RPGs often feature turn-based combat, where players take turns making moves, allowing for more strategic planning.

Can I play RPGs with friends?

Absolutely! Many RPGs offer multiplayer options, allowing you to team up with friends. Games like Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition and Monster Hunter: World provide cooperative gameplay experiences.

How often do new RPGs come out?

New RPGs are released regularly, with major titles often launching during the holiday season or summer sales. Keep an eye on gaming news and our site for updates on upcoming releases.

Whether you're looking for a deep narrative, engaging combat, or a vast world to explore, the games listed here are sure to provide hours of entertainment. Don't forget to check back regularly for updates, as new titles are released and ratings change.