If you’re tired of epic 40+ hour adventures, the 2022 lineup is solid. So, if you want to lose yourself in another world, take a look at our lineup of the best RPG and JRPG games of 2022 to see who took home the prize as the overall category winner.
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5. Soul Hackers 2
Twenty-five years after the release of Devil Summoner Soul Hackers, I wasn’t expecting a sequel, but I’m glad it happened. Soul Hackers 2 is a great spin on the standard Megami Tensei formula, and we liked its unique style compared to the core series and Persona.
4. Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins
This Final Fantasy spin-off by Team Ninja is one of the strangest entries in the franchise. It alternates between goofy and poignant, and has all the elements of a cult classic: Strangers of Paradise: The Final Her Fantasy She may have a controversial origin, but she has the character and the final fell in love with
3. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 – Reunion
Old is new again in Square Enix’s pseudo-remake of Crisis Core. The PSP original never went digital, so it’s time for a modern refresh. Thankfully, the developers have gone above and beyond with updated graphics and refined combat. Given that Zack is poised to become a key character in the remake trilogy, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 – Reunion will have quite a bit to play before Rebirth’s release at the end of 2023.
2. Horizon Forbidden West
It’s a testament to Guerilla Games’ prowess that Horizon Forbidden West released a week before Elden Ring and still managed to remain uniquely capable. The second part of Aloy’s journey is even bigger than the last, traversing the deserts of the southwestern United States to the emerald bays of California. Beautiful and charming from start to finish.
And the winner is…
1. Elden Ring
The trailer introducing Elden Ring teased us with the line, “I don’t think so.” Little did we know that this was one of the few games in recent memory that not only lived up to the hype, but surpassed it. Elden Ring made it a household name.
Starting with less damage, the game has endless role-playing possibilities. Maybe you’re a dead knight raised to fight the final battle, or a fledgling wizard summoned to cast your spells in the name of the Golden Order.The fate of the Lands Between is what you weave. and Elden Ring is the best RPG of 2022.
