10 Most Anticipated RPGs Of 2025

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RPGs have been having a boom as of late, with 2025 playing host to some of the most-anticipated games in the genre, like and. Of course, it comes as no surprise after the likes of propelled the genre and its many sub-genres into the public eye, garnering both critical and commercial success. People are craving huge, sprawling adventures with cinematic narratives and tactical combat, and RPGs almost always deliver on that promise.

Some of the best RPGs released in 2024, with and offering players hundreds of hours of content to enjoy. Fortunately, 2025 will be no different. From similarly epic JRPGs with star-studded casts to immersive and densely detailed open worlds, there are so many RPGs worth getting excited about releasing in 2025.

wowed fans when it dropped its first trailer thanks to its stunning visuals, compelling plot, and phenomenal soundtrack. It is offering its own unique spin on the JRPG genre, with its unique plot blending with frenetic turn-based combat that looks almost as fast-paced as active-time combat. With and vibes, is set to entertain both traditional RPG and JRPG fans.

Of course, one of its most unique selling points is its stacked cast of celebrities, including the likes of Andy Serkis, Charlie Cox, Jennifer English, and — and now — Ben Starr. With talent like that backing the game, it's fair to say that RPG fans can expect a very cinematic and story-driven experience that will likely be very memorable.

is the long-awaited sequel to Obsidian Entertainment's rather excellent. It is, naturally, aiming to be a bigger and better sequel, with a larger focus on relationships and ensuring that the first game's minor woes are ironed out. It isn't Obsidian's only RPG this year, but it is the biggest and coolest-looking sci-fi one.

The Outer Worlds 2 should focus on increasing its handful of maps rather than trying to copy Starfield and the immense universe Bethesda is creating.

Fans of the original game are likely already excited, but newcomers