Game8 put together a list of the best PlayStation 5 RPGs of all time! Read to learn the games we included and why we think these picks are an absolute must-play for any RPG lover who has a PS5.
Best RPGs on PlayStation 5
Since the inception of the PlayStation console, RPGs have been the most popular games in its arsenal. Franchises like Final Fantasy, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Persona, Kingdom Hearts, and more have been some of the most iconic to grace the console in its different eras. But the question that’s relevant for today remains: what are the best RPGs for the PS5?
To answer this question, we at Game8 put together a list of the best RPGs for the PS5 since its release in 2020. The titles listed are memorable for different reasons, be it their visuals, narrative, gameplay, or whatever else that’s left a mark on us. These are the games that you don’t want to miss, especially if you’re an RPG fan.
10. The Legend of Heroes: Trails in The Sky 1st Chapter
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| September 19, 2025 | Nihon Falcom | GungHo Online Entertainment |
| Systems | ||
| PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 |
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter serves as a strong reintroduction of the cult-classic JRPG series remade for current generation systems. Originally released in Japan in 2004, it was only until 2011 when the game was localized for western audiences on the PSP. Aside from the game getting a full facelife from 2D to 3D, the remake also includes various quality-of-life improvements that make it the definitive entry point of the series.
With a group of likeable characters, a grounded narrative, and one of the most innovative hybrid action and turn-based battle systems for a JRPG, it's one of those titles that you won't regret trying out especially since you've seen it on the shelf for a long time. The best part? You have something to look forward to after playing the remake, since the next two chapters are already in the works.
9. Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| November 14, 2025 | LEVEL5 Inc. | LEVEL5 Inc. |
| Systems | ||
| PC (Steam, Epic Games), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 |
After multiple delays since its initial announcement back in 2019, Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road finally makes it to the big leagues and it's very much one of the sleeper hits of 2025. Featuring a brand new narrative to the long-running Inazuma Eleven franchise, the game features top-notch visuals, engaging gameplay that's intuitive and easy to learn, and a staggering amount of content that's well worth the price.
While it's not a conventional RPG due to the majority of its gameplay based on the sport of football, it has mechanics that can be found in many different RPGs. To top it off, the Story Mode itself has an exclusive unique RPG gameplay for its side content. It's the perfect game that the fans have been waiting for, and one that's very easy to get into for newcomers.
8. Elden Ring
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| February 25, 2022 | FromSoftware | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Systems | ||
| PS5, PS4, Xbox Series XIS, Xbox One, PC | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 8/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 |
With the popularity of the Souls series on the verge of its peak, Elden Ring was the RPG to push the genre into the mainstream. With a world built with the help of one of the most popular fantasy writers in the world, George R. R. Martin, combined with the Souls’ winning formula that’s been refined for more than a decade, the result is a grueling yet liberating masterpiece in all aspects.
Exploring The Lands Between is an experience that combines challenge, curiosity, and discovery, as you find new areas of interest that are filled with secrets, quests, and treasure. It is by no means an easy journey, but the game gives you more than enough options to tip the balance in your favor with weapons, spells, incantations, summons, and many more.
It’s an experience that everyone should at least try once, especially since this is the best starting point for those who want to dive into the Souls series or genre.
7. Baldur's Gate 3
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| August 3, 2023 | Larian Studios | Larian Studios |
| Systems | ||
| PS5, PC, Xbox Series X|S | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 9/10 | 10/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Winner of The Game Awards Game of the Year back in 2023, Baldur’s Gate 3 puts Dungeons & Dragons at the forefront. Similar to a D&D campaign, you’re responsible for creating your character as you set out to thwart an evil plot to take over the world of the Forgotten Realms.
In true D&D fashion, you can also choose to play with friends as you journey through three acts full of eventful quests and scenarios, where some of them will directly affect the course of the narrative. In addition to this, you can also choose to venture with characters that have their own unique motivations, questlines, and branching storylines.
With Larian’s experience in CRPGs and faithful attention to detail, Baldur’s Gate 3 is the pinnacle of tabletop fantasy in video game form.
6. Dragon Quest 1&2 HD-2D Remake
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| October 30, 2025 | Square Enix, ARTDINK | Square Enix |
| Systems | ||
| PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 10/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Dragon Quest 1&2 HD-2D Remake continues and provides the conclusion to the Erdrick Trilogy of the historic JRPG franchise. This isn't your typical remake, as it immensely improves the worldbuilding and story of the trilogy by introducing new characters, adding additional context, voice acting, and dialogue.
Also, the remake also includes various gameplay changes and additional content that improves the game's progression and overall experience. With the most popular trilogy of the JRPG pioneers finally available, it's the best time to learn why the series is held in high regard and why it popularized the genre.
5. Digimon Story: Time Stranger
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| October 3, 2025 | Media.Vision Inc. | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Systems | ||
| PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 8/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Digimon Story: Time Stranger stands as the prime example of how you can continuously iterate and improve on a long running franchise. While the Digimon brand is no stranger to the RPG space with its prior releases of Cyber Sleuth, Time Stranger is the refined formula that is arguably the strongest Digimon game release of all time.
It has all the makings of a perfect JRPG, with its expansive progression and leveling, min-maxing, and an intuitive combat system that's easy to grasp. Moreover, the new narrative hits the mark as a great entry point for newcomers looking to get into the massive universe of Digimon. With over 450 digimon to collect, train, and max out, it's a treasure trove of content that's easily an RPG fan's paradise.
4. Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 | Square Enix Creative Studio III | Square Enix |
| Systems | ||
| PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles is a great remake for a compelling, timeless game, complete with an extraordinary cast of characters, and engaging gameplay. It’s no wonder it has been hailed as one of the most interesting Final Fantasy games to date, and its modern reimagining wholly improves on everything.
It strongly feels like the epitome of its series, bringing in the best of nostalgia and the present time together in one game. With its compelling story made even more captivating with the addition of voice acting and engaging gameplay, it will surely be a favorite for even more gamers.
3. Expedition 33: Clair Obscur
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| April 24, 2025 | Sandfall Interactive | Kepler Interactive |
| Systems | ||
| PS5, PC, Xbox Series X|S | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 9/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a stark reminder that RPGs, especially turn-based RPGs, will never go out of style. In what can already be considered as 2025’s biggest surprise, Sandfall Interactive was able to create a masterpiece in their first try.
Combat combines real-time action and classic JRPG style, where attacks engage you by pressing the necessary prompts to deal maximum damage. In defense, however, enemy attacks can either be parried or dodged, with the former rewarding you in the form of a counterattack when all attacks are parried.
It’s a rewarding system that gets better the more you know how to utilize it in your favor. With a well-realized story of fantasy, memorable characters, charming creatures, and compelling themes, the result is an RPG that challenges you and the genre by pushing the standards of turn-based gameplay.
2. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| February 29, 2024 | Square Enix | Square Enix |
| Systems | ||
| PS5, PC | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 9/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Square Enix continues its crusade in modernizing the Final Fantasy franchise with Final Fantasy VII REBIRTH, the second installment in the REMAKE trilogy. Reimagining a beloved classic is challenging, especially when a remaster would suffice and appease the fans. Instead, Square Enix went above and beyond to not only remake the game with a completely different combat system but also alter the story into a slightly different take than the original.
Without a doubt, Final Fantasy VII REBIRTH looks jaw-droppingly beautiful, and this includes the characters as well. The music is also sublime, and hearing new takes on familiar scores will make any fan get feelings of nostalgia. Aside from the combat transitioning into an action RPG hybrid with the ATB system, the game also contains a staggering amount of side content that’ll keep you playing for hours.
Is the game faithful? That’s debatable. Especially since it does away with the classic turn-based identity that the franchise was always known for. That being said, it’s still a must-play RPG because of the stunning visuals, engaging take in combat, and reimagined story.
1. Metaphor: ReFantazio
| Release Date | Developer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| October 11, 2024 | Studio Zero | Atlus |
| Systems | ||
| PS5, PC | ||
| Overall Score | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96/100 | ||||
| Story | Gameplay | Visuals | Audio | Value for Money |
| 10/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 9/10 |
One of the boldest and arguably best JRPGs that came out last year was Atlus’ new IP: Metaphor: ReFantazio. If you’re a fan of RPGs, it wouldn’t be surprising if you’ve heard or have already played through the game. If you haven’t, then this should be one of the RPGs that you should get for the PS5 if you’re on the fence about picking one. To put it simply, Metaphor: ReFantazio is a modern take and fusion of two of their best JRPG franchises: Persona and Shin Megami Tensei.
An unforgettable cast of characters plus a fully realized world are already enough to create a compelling story, but what elevates it further is how the story unfolds and leaves a mark on the player after completion. It’s layer upon layer of what simply can be called JRPG greatness, and it’s most definitely the peak of what we would consider being the perfect JRPG. Metaphor: ReFantazio is the RPG you should have and play, and not doing so would definitely mean you’re missing out.
2 Games of the year none in the top 3 and Refantazio over P5R stop the ragebait already :'(