Favorite RPG of the 2000's?
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OT: id have to go with fallout 3 to start with, followed closley by oblivion. The biggest dissapoint ment of the 2000's was by far fable 2. I like the 1st one but the second was pure garbage and the 3rd isnt shaping up to be much better.
OT: id have to go with fallout 3 to start with, followed closley by oblivion. The biggest dissapoint ment of the 2000's was by far fable 2. I like the 1st one but the second was pure garbage and the 3rd isnt shaping up to be much better.
I think all of mine have been from the 2000's.
The Knights of The Old Republic 1+2
Mass Effect 1+2
Deus Ex: Invisible War
Fallout 3
I generally only play them if they catch my attention in some way or another, I am also not a huge fan of "Fantasy" settings which is why my selection has been limited.
The Knights of The Old Republic 1+2
Mass Effect 1+2
Deus Ex: Invisible War
Fallout 3
I generally only play them if they catch my attention in some way or another, I am also not a huge fan of "Fantasy" settings which is why my selection has been limited.
Either Baldur's Gate 2 or Fallout 3... Both are extremly great in many different ways....
They would be my favourite... But I haven't played Dragon Age and I have a feeling it might be better...
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They would be my favourite... But I haven't played Dragon Age and I have a feeling it might be better...
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1) Final Fantasy VI Advance (Do ports count? XD)
2) Fallout 3
3) Final Fantasy X
4) Icewind Dale
5) The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
2) Fallout 3
3) Final Fantasy X
4) Icewind Dale
5) The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
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Final Fantasy X
Persona 3
Mass Effect
Oblivion
Golden Sun - Both of em.
Damn i love those games.
Final Fantasy X
Persona 3
Mass Effect
Oblivion
Golden Sun - Both of em.
Damn i love those games.
1) Fallout 3
2) Maple Story (don't knock it till you try it)
3) Dragon Age Origins
4) Torchlight
5) Borderlands (if it counts)
I'm not huge on RPGs mainly because I'm not very good at them. I also like Pokemon more than any of these games, but I don't know if it would count.
2) Maple Story (don't knock it till you try it)
3) Dragon Age Origins
4) Torchlight
5) Borderlands (if it counts)
I'm not huge on RPGs mainly because I'm not very good at them. I also like Pokemon more than any of these games, but I don't know if it would count.
Baldur's Gate II
- Don't think I really have to justify this.
Golden Sun
- Good simple fun. Also had prossibly the best soundtrack of a GBA game. Yes, it's not what you'd call exceptional but given the amount of times I've played through it I can't justify leaving it off this list.
Shadow Hearts
- Quirky yet dark JRPG that got completely buried by the wave of hype surrounding FFX. Managed to create good characters (incuding a somewhat more complex vilain) and a fairly involving story while still not taking itself too seriously. Music was exceptional, but was rather let down by a truly abyssmal english voice cast.
Golden Sun: The Lost Age
- like the original but moreso.
Shadow Hearts 2: Covenant
- Wow, where to begin really. Mechinically: had an exceptional combat system and an entertaining and felxible magic system which allowed for character customisation while still left each character with enough unique skills to keep them distinct and interesting. Pretty much perfected the judgement ring system introduced in the first game as well as the fusion system. The game itself had a very self-aware sense of humour - once again not taking itself too seriously - and a humerous touch of campness. Despite this, the central characters were well-rounded and engaging - including a fair number of the antagonists - and the story built upon a number of themes in the original to create an involving narrative which held moments of genuine emotional pull. Voice acting was actually adaquate this time and there was quite a lot more of if and again the music deserves special mention.
Unsurprisingly, this is probably my favourite JRPG I've played.
Jade Empire
- A surprisingly underrated game, especially considering it was developed by Bioware. Its highly stremlined interface (it essentially lacked an inventory) made it probably one of the best examples of a well-made action-RPG until Mass Effect 2 came along.
Mass Effect
- A deeply, deeply, imersive game with a strong plot and very competent character design. Probably one of the best approaches to a 'moral choice' system that's been implemented (short of leaving it out altogether). Gameplay was a little marred by terrible vehicle sections and a somewhate clunky interface, but didn't make it any less of a true gem.
Dragon Age: Origins
- The sheer level of character depth in this is, well, little short of astounding. As in 'within the same league as Planescape: Torment' astounding. Gameplay is relatively tight, there's a strong degree of character freedom and customisation. Tha game is also really long. If anything though, this length is its achilles heel - pacing problems are inevitable and after a while it starts to become repetative, especially considering that there are a surprisingly small amount of locations. This may be why I have trouble replaying it, as I can't seem to quite get imersed in it again. Still, very good game.
Mass Effect 2
- Before the game was released I had heard that Bioware were cutting back on the RPG elements from the first game and was so I was a little apprehensive since I'm not exactly a fan of shooters. Then I played it and I can say with certainty that it is superiour to the original in almost. The clunky inventory system is gone and, while I know some people out there have thrown a complete fit over the reduction in character customisation, I do not feel such complaints are justified. There may be less options, but the ones there are all equally viable. The 'interruption' options may actually be one of the only times when QTEs improved the overall quality of the game itself. The characters rival those of Dragon Age in terms of development (may even exceed them in places) and the game's focus on character development over a lengthy plot capitalises on this. Honestly, with the exception of the horribly tedious mining game, I'm struggling to name downsides for this one.
- Don't think I really have to justify this.
Golden Sun
- Good simple fun. Also had prossibly the best soundtrack of a GBA game. Yes, it's not what you'd call exceptional but given the amount of times I've played through it I can't justify leaving it off this list.
Shadow Hearts
- Quirky yet dark JRPG that got completely buried by the wave of hype surrounding FFX. Managed to create good characters (incuding a somewhat more complex vilain) and a fairly involving story while still not taking itself too seriously. Music was exceptional, but was rather let down by a truly abyssmal english voice cast.
Golden Sun: The Lost Age
- like the original but moreso.
Shadow Hearts 2: Covenant
- Wow, where to begin really. Mechinically: had an exceptional combat system and an entertaining and felxible magic system which allowed for character customisation while still left each character with enough unique skills to keep them distinct and interesting. Pretty much perfected the judgement ring system introduced in the first game as well as the fusion system. The game itself had a very self-aware sense of humour - once again not taking itself too seriously - and a humerous touch of campness. Despite this, the central characters were well-rounded and engaging - including a fair number of the antagonists - and the story built upon a number of themes in the original to create an involving narrative which held moments of genuine emotional pull. Voice acting was actually adaquate this time and there was quite a lot more of if and again the music deserves special mention.
Unsurprisingly, this is probably my favourite JRPG I've played.
Jade Empire
- A surprisingly underrated game, especially considering it was developed by Bioware. Its highly stremlined interface (it essentially lacked an inventory) made it probably one of the best examples of a well-made action-RPG until Mass Effect 2 came along.
Mass Effect
- A deeply, deeply, imersive game with a strong plot and very competent character design. Probably one of the best approaches to a 'moral choice' system that's been implemented (short of leaving it out altogether). Gameplay was a little marred by terrible vehicle sections and a somewhate clunky interface, but didn't make it any less of a true gem.
Dragon Age: Origins
- The sheer level of character depth in this is, well, little short of astounding. As in 'within the same league as Planescape: Torment' astounding. Gameplay is relatively tight, there's a strong degree of character freedom and customisation. Tha game is also really long. If anything though, this length is its achilles heel - pacing problems are inevitable and after a while it starts to become repetative, especially considering that there are a surprisingly small amount of locations. This may be why I have trouble replaying it, as I can't seem to quite get imersed in it again. Still, very good game.
Mass Effect 2
- Before the game was released I had heard that Bioware were cutting back on the RPG elements from the first game and was so I was a little apprehensive since I'm not exactly a fan of shooters. Then I played it and I can say with certainty that it is superiour to the original in almost. The clunky inventory system is gone and, while I know some people out there have thrown a complete fit over the reduction in character customisation, I do not feel such complaints are justified. There may be less options, but the ones there are all equally viable. The 'interruption' options may actually be one of the only times when QTEs improved the overall quality of the game itself. The characters rival those of Dragon Age in terms of development (may even exceed them in places) and the game's focus on character development over a lengthy plot capitalises on this. Honestly, with the exception of the horribly tedious mining game, I'm struggling to name downsides for this one.
I haven't played any of the really recent ones (Mass Effect, Dragon Age, FFXIII, etc.), so my vies are pretty much limited to pre-2008 or so. In no particular order:
Final Fantasy X
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
Golden Sun
Kingdom Hearts
Persona 3 FES
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
Paper Mario
Final Fantasy X
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
Golden Sun
Kingdom Hearts
Persona 3 FES
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
Paper Mario
Final Fantasy X
Final Fantasy Tactics Advance 1&2
Tales of Symphonia 1&2
Makai Kingdom
Kingdom Hearts
Paper Mario
I'll think of more later.
Final Fantasy Tactics Advance 1&2
Tales of Symphonia 1&2
Makai Kingdom
Kingdom Hearts
Paper Mario
I'll think of more later.
1 Fallout 3 (tie)
1 Elder scrolls 3 Morrowind (tie)
3 Kinghts of the Old republic 1
4 Fable / Fable 2
5 Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion
Reasons for tie:
I got Hooked on RPGs becasue of Morrowind. to me Morrowind was perfect in every way (even though it clearly isnt perfect). And Fallout 3 was amazing and unique. Perfect blend of guns and stat building. (never played fallout 1-2 so it was all totaly new for me)
I class Fable 1 and 2 the same becasue I had equally as muth fun woth each, Yet to play TLC.; Fable 3 looks promising and different.
I would of put borderlands at 4 because at first I loved it to bits, but after replaing it again awhile ago, I realised its not a very good RPG, exelent shooter though, but the Stats and story (2 RPG must haves) where very dissapointing
I never got a chance to play dragon age, but my brother did and I hear it was very good.
Mass Effect:
ME 1; at first, I got totaly emmersed in the universe, but after I finished afew story missions and most uncharted worls I bacame bored and stoped playing (never finished it)
ME 2; have yet to play it. might get it if I ever finish the first
1 Elder scrolls 3 Morrowind (tie)
3 Kinghts of the Old republic 1
4 Fable / Fable 2
5 Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion
Reasons for tie:
I got Hooked on RPGs becasue of Morrowind. to me Morrowind was perfect in every way (even though it clearly isnt perfect). And Fallout 3 was amazing and unique. Perfect blend of guns and stat building. (never played fallout 1-2 so it was all totaly new for me)
I class Fable 1 and 2 the same becasue I had equally as muth fun woth each, Yet to play TLC.; Fable 3 looks promising and different.
I would of put borderlands at 4 because at first I loved it to bits, but after replaing it again awhile ago, I realised its not a very good RPG, exelent shooter though, but the Stats and story (2 RPG must haves) where very dissapointing
I never got a chance to play dragon age, but my brother did and I hear it was very good.
Mass Effect:
ME 1; at first, I got totaly emmersed in the universe, but after I finished afew story missions and most uncharted worls I bacame bored and stoped playing (never finished it)
ME 2; have yet to play it. might get it if I ever finish the first
Final Fantasy X - I may of been a little younger when i played it but i had a hell of a time.
Fallout 3 - So many hours have been put into this game, it's crazy.
Dragon Age: Origins - Same for Fallout 3, so many memorable characters. Great game.
Mass Effect games - Great sci-fi adventures.
Pokemon - I may not play it anymore but this took so much of time, it was so fun.
Bioshock 1's not an RPG right?
Fallout 3 - So many hours have been put into this game, it's crazy.
Dragon Age: Origins - Same for Fallout 3, so many memorable characters. Great game.
Mass Effect games - Great sci-fi adventures.
Pokemon - I may not play it anymore but this took so much of time, it was so fun.
Bioshock 1's not an RPG right?
1. Oblivion
Look at my name!
2. Legend of Mana
So much fun...Criminally under-appreciated.
3. Chrono Cross
Seriously. Fuck Trigger. This game had the best twist ever. You know the twist if you played it.
4. Jade Empire
Bioware's best game, imo. An original setting, a brawler/RPG combat system, The Black Whirlwind. What's not to love?
5. ???
I got nothing. This is to represent the game I've forgotten.
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Look at my name!
2. Legend of Mana
So much fun...Criminally under-appreciated.
3. Chrono Cross
Seriously. Fuck Trigger. This game had the best twist ever. You know the twist if you played it.
4. Jade Empire
Bioware's best game, imo. An original setting, a brawler/RPG combat system, The Black Whirlwind. What's not to love?
5. ???
I got nothing. This is to represent the game I've forgotten.
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