Indie RPGs are not nearly as common as one may think, especially incredible ones like . They're a rarity, largely because they require so much time and resources to make.
Fortunately, there are a handful that not only perfectly encapsulate the very best aspects of the genre, but can absolutely go toe-to-toe with the AAA RPGs currently on offer. From 90s-inspired JRPGs to single-player meta MMOs, the very best indie RPGs encompass a wide range of gameplay styles, levels of ambition and scale, and sub-genres.
Many of these indie RPGs could very easily be classed as some of the best indie games of all time. Fortunately, they're all currently available across a wide range of platforms, ensuring that players sick of modern AAA RPGs, or those just looking for a change of pace, have plenty of options.
is a game within a game, putting players in the role of Lea as she attempts to navigate her way through an MMO while searching for answers. It's a very meta game, but one executed extremely well, with every aspect of an MMO replicated perfectly, such as other players running around, bustling towns, MMO-style quests, and more.
For those who love the general idea of an MMO, but would rather play alone, delivers that experience in an incredibly satisfying way.