Top 10 RPGs of 2012

#7 Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning

Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning is the first title from 38 Studios with support from Big Huge Games. The game's world and lore is written by D&D writer R.A. Salvatore, its characters by Spawn creator Todd McFarlane, and its design and story by Morrowind lead designer Ken Rolston—all big names to head up what looks like a big effort from a first time company. 

Thanks to its fluid combat system, this single-player RPG comes off as a cross between God of War and Skyrim, with its open worlds, open class trees, and RPG design. 

Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning is set for release on the PC, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.