39 Best NEW RPGs of 2024

RPGs are easily one of the most popular genres in gaming, and so allow us to show you the Top New Upcoming RPGs of 2024!

Update: We will continue to update this list periodically throughout the year, so you will likely see some games removed or added. These games are not ranked in any particular order, as the focus here is to showcase titles we are excited to see hit the marketplace.

#39 Once Human

Welcome to a world where surviving is the only thing everyone must do, but it’s also the hardest thing to do, given the conditions that are all around you. In this case, an alien invasion has led to everything being infected with a contaminated material.

On the bright side of things, you can survive this contamination, and doing so will give you superpowers that you can use to fight off the alien beings that now haunt your world. However, by continuing to expose yourself, you will slowly lose control of both your mind and your health.

So, will you fight for freedom, or will you lose yourself in the power you now have?

#38 Star Wars Outlaws

Are you ready for a “fresh” journey through a galaxy far, far away? If so, then prepare yourself for Star Wars Outlaws!

In the game, you’ll play Kay Vess, a scoundrel who is trying to get out of the thieving life she’s trapped in. She soon gets an offer she can’t refuse: if she pulls off a massive heist, she’ll get a clean slate! To do so, though, will be anything but easy.

Kay will have to pick up skills from various “experts” and work the galactic underground so that she can survive. Your choices will decide who is on your side and who wants to kill you, so be careful and get the job done!

#37 Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition (PC)

The journey of Aloy has been a hard one so far, and in Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition, you’ll see just how far Aloy is willing to go to save her people and her world.

As the title notes, this is the “complete edition” of the PS5 classic, and it’ll allow you to enjoy not only the main game, but the expansion DLC that is also within. That means you’ll be able to spend even more time in this world, and shape Aloy how you see fit!

With an overhauled battle system, you can craft her to suit your playstyle, then venture into the world to fight monsters, earn allies, and more.

#36 Outward 2

Typically, RPGs can be rather forgiving when it comes to difficulty, as you can always go back to a previous save if you’re careful enough and attempt to fix something you did wrong before. However, in Outward 2, that won’t be an option. This game isn’t just an RPG title, it’s a survival title, and one that intentionally tries to make you think about every move you make.

Your journey will not be for the faint of heart, and there are multiple endings that can happen based on your actions and choices. You must be ready for all kinds of dangers and obstacles, but if you overcome them, you will feel worthy.

#35 Street of Rogue 2

If you don’t get the joke in that name…we can’t be friends, okay?

Anyway, Street of Rogue 2 will give you a truly wild world to take part in and tear up however you desire. Seriously, things will get nuts here, as your mission in the game is to venture through a country to take on and take out a President! Don’t worry, the President is a bad guy, so he totally deserves it.

How you desire to play the game will reflect how it goes for you. The title wants you to take the initiative and see just how nuts you can make things. Oh, and it will get nuts.

#34 Kingmakers

There are multiple sci-fi movies and shows that are all about going back into the past to try and change a dark future. In Kingmakers, you’ll get to take on that very challenge. The future seems like a cool place when you arrive in it, but it’s on the verge of an apocalypse, and if you don’t do something about it, everything will be gone!

The good news is that you know what to do. You’ll travel back to the medieval realm of history and attempt to turn a war in the direction you want to go in so that things can change! So, grab your gun and mow down some knights!

#33 The Night Wanderer

What happens when Norse legends mix with a sci-fi title? You get The Night Wanderer! In the game, you play as a warrior who is hailed as the best around, or even possibly a god! Yet, despite all your accolades, you’re cast out of your heavenly home to find out the truth behind an expedition gone wrong. You’ll venture to an alien planet with an AI companion at your side and attempt to survive the horrors that await you!

Some of those horrors are the concept of power itself! Can you resist the temptations that will be put in front of you? Or will you succumb to become something much darker?

#32 Another Crab’s Treasure

Easily one of the odder games out there, Another Crab’s Treasure is a title that actually has you playing as a crab. Specifically, you’re a crab whose shell has been “repossessed.” We don’t remember that happening “under the sea,” but we digress.

Anyway, with dangers all around you in the water, you’ll need to use whatever you can to put a new shell on your back and fight against these threats. Each new shell gives you special abilities, so don’t be afraid to mix and match to find the one that best suits you.

Can you get your shell back? Only time will tell.

#31 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

Easily one of the most important releases of 2024, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree puts you back in the beloved world of FromSoftware after a couple of years and gives you all new challenges to face. By that, we mean that they’ve upped the difficulty to the degree that even they decided “it was too hard” and toned things down a bit. Fan voices have been heard!

Regardless of the difficulty, the title introduces you to new lands, new builds you can do, multiple new enemies you can face, and even more lore to enjoy if you go looking for it. This is how DLC is supposed to be.

#30 Hades 2

If you were a fan of the original title, Hades 2 brings to you an all new adventure featuring a different child of the underworld. This time, you’re playing as Hades’ daughter, who must fight to free her father from the vile titan Kronos! You know, her grandfather?

While the game is still in Early Access, all signs point to the title being just as great as you remember and building upon several elements so that you have an even more robust in the sequel.

Plus, you’ll get to use new boons from the gods and heroes of Greek mythology, with several key characters from the mythos being available to wield power from…and potentially partner with.

#29 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance

You might remember this RPG being announced in 2017 and then taking its sweet time to come out, only to be met by certain complaints by fans. However, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance aims to change those opinions by greatly improving the story and seeing how far this tale of a post-apocalyptic Tokyo can go.

As the name points out, “Vengeance” is on the docket, and in this case, it means there are two storylines you can do. You can do the game’s original storyline and see how that goes, or, you can enter a darker and even more twisted tale. Dare you see where this story goes?

#28 Mario & Luigi: Brothership

Are you ready for the return of a beloved brotherhood and RPG franchise? If so, you’re ready for Mario & Luigi: Brothership! In this game, Mario and his brother Luigi find themselves whisked away from their own dimension and end up in the realm of Concordia! Why are they there? It’s hard to say, but they meet a new friend who needs their help, so the Mario Bros. decide to give it! They’re such nice guys.

You’ll use a special ship to travel from island to island and defeat new foes and overcome challenges! Just remember, the duo work best when they’re working together! So, use their combo skills to the fullest!

#27 Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred

When the 4th main entry in the beloved dungeon crawling series was released, it was like a breath of fresh air had come into the world, and all were happy with it. It broke records, pleased many fans, and made those players excited about what would come next.

That “next” is Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred, the first DLC for the title, and one that promises to invoke the past while also pushing things into the future.

The jungle you’ll venture into is familiar, and with it comes new quests, new opportunities, and a new class to enjoy via the Spiritborn! Are you ready to take on the evils that lie in the green depths?

#26 The Thaumaturge

Here’s an RPG that is trying to be both bold and creative at the same time. In The Thaumaturge, you’ll play as someone who goes to Warsaw to deal with some family business, only to find himself in position of an item that allows him to see monsters and those they are connected to.

He now has a choice to make about how to handle these creatures and what to do with the city itself. The game is one that shapes itself based on player actions. That means everything you do will affect the game’s outcome. The more skills you get, the more your power grows, and that means you can adapt to more situations easily. But…at what cost will you get that power?

#25 Enotria: The Last Song

Inspired by Italian folkore, Enotria: The Last Songtells a unique soulslike story that features a world that has come to a standstill.

The “play” that is causing this hasn’t affected you, though. You are the “Maskless One,” and the only one who can weave their way through this world and undo the damage that has been done. You’ll fight enemies and then take their masks so you can use various abilities. With over 30 masks to wear, that means you’ll have many “roles” you can take on. But will it be enough to defeat the acts that have bound this world? Don the mask and find out!

#24 Starfield: Shattered Space

Bethesda absolutely still wants you to go and play its spacefaring RPG, and Starfield: Shattered Space will be the first attempt to bring people back, as the DLC will bring a new set of quests and areas to explore as you look to answer the mysteries of what’s happening in the great beyond.

In this case, a distress signal has gone out, and it’s not just Constellation that hears it. Those who worship “the Great Serpent” are attracted to this signal, too! You’ll need to work your way through the dangers and attempt to learn the truth. Oh, and there’s plenty of new things to collect, too!

#23 Palworld

Platform: PC Xbox One XSX|S
Release Date: January 19, 2024 (early access)

Steam | Xbox

Putting Palworld on this RPG list will seem very cliché, and that’s because it is! This is absolutely the kind of RPG you’re thinking of, just with some very dark twists.

The title is indeed a “monster catcher” title where you’ll travel around and get “Pals” for your personal collection. Like many RPGs, you’ll train them and raise them so they can get stronger. You can even breed or fuse these Pals to make even better creatures!

Then, what you decide to do with them is up to you. You can treat them like family, or create an army, or maybe you’ll want to outfit them with guns!

Or, you can eat them.

#22 Granblue Fantasy: Relink

Platform: PC PS5 PS4
Release Date: February 01, 2024

Developed by Cygames, Granblue Fantasy: Relink is an action RPG set within the Granblue universe. The series started with Granblue Fantasy on mobile platforms, released exclusively in Japan. In the time since, there has been a fighting game and even an anime. Platinum Games was contracted to help Cygames, which should result in exciting combat combined with the RPG elements and setting of the Granblue universe.

#21 Sengoku Dynasty

Platform: PC
Release Date: August 10, 2023, early access (Full Release 2024)

Life is meant to be full of choices in crafting your life. Sengoku Dynasty takes that to a new level by letting you choose from one of four different paths that’ll drastically affect your main character’s story.

He is a man who wants nothing more than to build a good life for his daughter and ensure their legacy is intact. But what life will he choose to live for her?

Will he become a leader to help their new home prosper? Will he become a craftsman to ensure financial stability? Will he become a warrior to fight off any evil that approaches? Or will he become a monk and seek blessings from the gods? The choice is yours alone to make.

#20 DokeV

Platform: PC
Release Date: TBA 2024

Oh, look! Another title that also features “cute monsters” for you to interact with in various ways. It’s almost as if people love ripping off beloved franchises to make money themselves! Who would’ve thought?

Anyway, in DokeV, you’ll be a human character who gets to work alongside creatures that are inspired by Korean folklore. Little is known about the game, but you will get to explore a vast world with your creatures by your side. You’ll undoubtedly get to battle with them and grow them through your combat experiences.

The team ensured that the world didn’t feel “fake” but instead, one that was quite similar to our own world.

#19 Greedfall 2: The Dying World

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S
Release Date: 2024

Despite being labeled with a “2”, Greedfall 2: The Dying World is a prequel to the previous game and takes place a few years before the events of the original title. Moreover, you will find yourself on the “old continent” and partake in a new story of freedom.

Specifically, you are a character who lives peacefully on an island until a group of colonists rips you from it in the name of conquest.

Taken to this “new world,” you must fight against your oppressors and stop their spread. You won’t have to fight alone, however. Instead, build a team of allies and make things right. You might even get to build deep bonds with them!

#18 Black Myth Wukong

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S
Release Date: 2024

Black Myth Wukong is the first commercial project from Game Science, which makes the footage we’ve seen thus far all the more impressive. Coming to us from a Chinese studio, we should expect an authentic representation of Chinese folklore that we don’t see too much of in mainstream games. Its action RPG combat appears slow-paced and methodical, which should satisfy fans of the Souls series. It’s also worth noting that Black Myth: Wukong is running on Unreal Engine 5, meaning it should shine on PC and next-gen consoles.

#17 Metaphor: ReFantazio

Platform: PC PS5 PS4 XSX|S
Release Date: 2024

Atlus is at it again! They’re already hard at work on their most-beloved RPG series, which we’ll talk about later, but they’re also cooking up something new called Metaphor: ReFantazio.

Weird name aside, the game will feature the familiar mechanics of past Atlus RPGs. The title takes place in a fantasy world inspired by medieval Europe. However, not all is as it seems in more ways than one. You’ll play as someone attempting to protect their kingdom from harm.

While details are still thin, the game’s trailer highlights the unique visual style and the fantasy elements. The game’s tagline seems to be, “Face Your Fears, Take Back Tomorrow.” We’ll find out how true that is.

#16 Path of Exile 2

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S
Release Date: 2024

If you enjoyed the first game in the series, you’d enjoy Path of Exile 2. The game combines the first and second titles to unify a story years in the making, providing lots of gameplay experiences for you.

Within the second game’s story, two decades have passed since the end of the previous story. But even though the world is rebuilding, the darkness within men is causing problems, and the world is becoming corrupted once again!

Pick one of 19 different classes and head out into this action-RPG world to make it better, or die trying! You’ll probably aim for the first option.

#15 Rise of the Ronin

Platform: PS5
Release Date: 2024

A Ronin is a “samurai without a master,” they are arguably the most dangerous entities in Feudal Japan because they don’t have a “purpose” to follow. However, in Rise of the Ronin, you’ll play one such warrior who has the fate of the nation in his hands.

You’ll wander across Japan during the 19th century when things have turned chaotic. The West has come to the land of the rising sun, and the future has never been more uncertain.

Your choices will shape the story and determine what happens in Japan. Plus, you’ll engage in intense combat against those who stand in the way of your goals. Will you save the nation? Or will you doom it?

#14 Towerborne

Platform: PC XSX|S
Release Date: 2024

At first, you might think that Towerborne is a tower defense title. After all, it has “tower” in its name. However, that’s not the case, as you are instead an “Ace” who was born within a tower and is tasked with saving the people that rest within the Belfry.

But you won’t be merely setting up defenses. Instead, you’ll take your party, whether they be recruited characters or other Aces, out into the world to take down the forces that seek to harm the people.

You can build your Ace how you want, so don’t be afraid to go nuts with the customization. Plus, the world is constantly growing, so your adventures won’t end.

#13 The First Descendant

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S PS4 Xbox One
Release Date: 2024

It’s not often you see a shooter being touted as an RPG experience, and yet that’s what The First Descendant is. The game is a mix of shooter and RPG styles to create a fresh and fun experience that you can play with friends. That includes taking on bosses on a 4-person co-op.

The game’s plot focuses on you and others defending a continent from an invasion. The more missions you do, the stronger you’ll become. But the deeper you go into the game, the more truths you’ll learn about who you are and what it means to be a Descendant.

With loads of options you can give your character, you’ll never be out of ways to customize your playstyle.

#12 Unicorn Overlord

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S Switch
Release Date: March 08, 2024

A more recently revealed title, Unicorn Overlord, is the latest game from the visionary creators at Vanillaware. They’ve teamed up with Atlus to deliver another visually stunning project full of RPG flair and options.

Key features in the new title include a tactical-RPG-focused style of battle. You’ll need to build the party you want and then guide them through each battle so they can do the damage and effects you need them to. With over 60 characters to build a team from, you’ll have multiple options at your disposal.

Plus, the more deeds you do within the game, the more likely other people from other kingdoms will come to your aid.

#11 Dragon’s Dogma 2

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S
Release Date: March 22, 2024

Steam | PlayStation | Xbox

When you see a game like Dragon’s Dogma 2, you know you’re getting an RPG experience. The question, as it were, is about what kind of experience you’ll get.

In the game, you’ll first customize your character, known as an Arisen, and tailor them to the RPG stylings you desire. So, if you want to be a swordsman or other kind of weapon wielder, you can do that. Or, you can choose to focus on magic and then style your magical abilities to do all sorts of damage to foes.

Then, head off and make choices that’ll affect you, your party, and the world around you.

#10 Hyper Light Breaker

Platform: PC
Release Date: 2024

A follow-up to the beloved top-down hack-n-slash title, Hyper Light Breaker will put you into the 3D world known as the Overgrowth. Your goal is simple: take down the Abyss King so the people can be free again!

You can play this game alone or with others, and you’ll venture into a hand-crafted and procedurally generated world. The more you do, the more the world opens up, including building up a settlement where you’ll meet unique characters!

But most importantly, you’ll deal out damage through an arsenal of weapons you’ll equip to make the ultimate build! If one doesn’t work? Try something new!

#9 Final Fantasy XVI (PC)

Platform: PS5 – June 22, 2023
Release Date: PC – 2024

Some of you might be surprised that we’re putting Final Fantasy XVI below certain other entries from Square Enix. The reason for this is rather simple. First, the game is already out on PS5, so it’s not exactly a “new game” or content like other titles Square Enix and other devs offer. Another reason to be a bit cautious is that PC ports haven’t been doing well, and given how much money the publisher lost after the title’s launch, they might just skimp on the PC port.

However, that shouldn’t take away from the epic fantasy RPG that awaits those who haven’t played the title yet. A deep and twisted tale awaits with gripping action-RPG combat. Enjoy!

#8 S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

Platform: PC XSX|S
Release Date: March 2024

The irony of this entry is that S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl was supposed to come out a long time ago. We’re talking 2022. But the war in Ukraine left the title’s developer in a tough spot. They didn’t want to realize it during the conflict, so they’ve been sitting on it ever since.

But in 2024, it’s likely going to be released, and gamers will be treated yet again with a journey into the Exclusion Zone. Once you’re inside, you can do what you want. You can look for things to sell, fight other people or monsters you encounter, or even seek out the truth.

The real question is whether you’ll survive the experience.

#7 Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S PS4 Xbox One
Release Date: January 26, 2024

Oh, look! Ichiban is back! That can only mean nice and totally not weird things are about to happen, right?

Yeah, we all know better than that! Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth will continue the story of Ichiban as he attempts to build up a new life for himself while still being tied to the Yakuza life he has known for so long. The game will apparently “fill in the gaps” between certain entries while still being its own thing.

The turn-based RPG combat and quests will be present, given their success in the previous title, and things are likely to get even crazier in the sequel. So, if nothing else, prepare for things to get nuts.

#6 Destiny 2: The Final Shape

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S PS4 Xbox One
Release Date: February 27, 2024

The War of Light and Darkness has had many ups and downs. But now, the time has come to deal with The Witness and stop their plans for reality.

Destiny 2: The Final Shape will bring a true end to Bungie’s second game in the franchise, and all roads have led to this. You’ll head to The Pale Heart, where reality is being torn apart, and one can only hope that everything doesn’t turn out like this.

With multiple paths to embark on, you and others will have to venture deep to get the answers you seek and unlock what is required to put an end to the evil that is growing.

#5 Dragon Quest 12: The Flames Of Fate

Platform: TBA
Release Date: TBA 2024

Square Enix is firing on all cylinders in an attempt to get every major RPG series they have back up and running, and Dragon Quest 12: The Flames Of Fate is another attempt to make that happen. The 11th title was a huge hit with gamers, and the dev team is making big changes to the next entry to ensure its success.

For example, the game will use Unreal Engine 5 for its graphics, meaning it will look as good as possible. As for the plot, the team has been mum about things. However, they did note that character choices would matter in the title and that things will be “darker” this time around.

#4 Enshrouded

Platform: PC
Release Date: January 24, 2024 (early access)

Steam

Are you ready for a new RPG adventure that will test your mettle in various ways? If so, you’ll want to jump into Enshrouded. The game takes place in a world where a thick fog consumes the land, and the horror of this fog has warped everything beyond recognition.

You are someone who seeks to find a way through this terrifying place and come out on top. But to do so, you must equip yourself for the fight ahead! The game gives you nothing to start, and then, you’ll slowly build yourself into something that can brave the terrors within!

Plus, you can play with friends and form a party to take on threats!

#3 Dragon Age The Veilguard

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S
Release Date: 2024

Oh, how long has it been since the last Dragon Age title came out? …almost 10 years? Seriously? Well, then it’s good thing we know that Dragon Age The Veilguard is coming out finally, isn’t it? Yes, the LONG delayed Dragon Age 4 seems to finally be making some headway, and that’s good for us because it means we won’t have to wait too much longer to play it.

You can expect a grand fantasy RPG in the style of the games of the past. Hopefully with some of that Bioware charm that made us fall in love with Dragon Age in the first place. There’s still a lot we don’t know about the game, but there is hope, and that’s enough for now.

#2 Persona 3 Reload

Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S Xbox One PS4
Release Date: February 2, 2024

Steam | PlayStation | Xbox

While some of you might see Persona 3 Reload as nothing more than an “upgrade” to a title that’s already out, don’t let that dissuade you from trying it out. The graphics have been updated to modern standards, and the gameplay has been improved, too!

For example, there are new strategies and tactics you can employ, such as the Theurgy gauge, where you can unleash devastating attacks on foes! You can also work with your teammates to deliver weakness-invoking attacks one after the other!

With so many Shadows to defeat, you must use these tactics to survive! So dive into Tartarus and see how long you’ll last!

#1 Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

Platform: PS5
Release Date: February 29, 2024

PlayStation

Are you ready for the next adventure in an RPG remake epic? If so, then get Final Fantasy VII Rebirth since it’s out RIGHT NOW on PS5!

The game has everything RPG fans will enjoy. Heck, if you played the first game, you know exactly what to expect and why this game stands out from the pack! Not only does it have a deep and robust free-flow RPG combat system mixed with turn-based elements, but it also has a vast world to explore and plenty to do in it!

Plus, like many good RPGs of recent times, you can build up relationships with your comrades and arms and see where that takes you!

Disclaimer:

Gothic 1 Remake, The Wayward Realms, ArcheAge 2, Farathan, Lost Soul Aside, Chrono Odyssey, NEO BERLIN 2087, Ashfall, The Seven Deadly Sins Origin, BitCraft, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, ARK 2, and Avowed have been removed due to now being 2025 releases.