From new franchises to big sequels to impressive remakes, there was a large variety of role-playing games released this year. From that list, here are our favorites from 2025.
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NetEase and Joker Studio reveal new details for Sea of Remnants’ first closed alpha test with new gameplay video.
news by Mikhail Madnani on 08 January, 2026
Originally released for PC in 2018, this "Japanese-style RPG made by a guy from Texas" gets console ports next month.
news by Adam Vitale on 08 January, 2026
Square Enix won't make another Parasite Eve, but indie developers can share their inspired creations.
news by Adam Vitale on 08 January, 2026
This title is a remaster of the Japanese doujin game starring Konpaku Youmu that came out in 2011, with a new English localization also added.
news by Kite Stenbuck on 07 January, 2026
The indie RPG appears to have a robust adventurer customization with custom portraits among others.
news by Kite Stenbuck on 07 January, 2026
While the first game in 2024 was based on the NES era, this sequel goes a generation ahead to the SNES era.
news by Kite Stenbuck on 07 January, 2026
The existing releases on PS5 and PC Steam also get a discount to accompany this announcement.
news by Kite Stenbuck on 07 January, 2026
The soundtrack's digital release will appear on the same day as the game's release on February 12.
news by Kite Stenbuck on 07 January, 2026
Our guide covers the Fantasy Life i gift codes, how to redeem them, and the rewards so far.
guide by Mikhail Madnani on 07 January, 2026
You can download the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined demo on PS5, Xbox, Switch, and Switch 2 right now with save data carrying over into the full game.
news by Mikhail Madnani on 07 January, 2026