Role-playing games (RPGs) are a classic genre of PC gaming. Gamers have enjoyed the genre for years, finding games both new and old to enjoy. RPG games come in all types, but the most classic to their roots can be found on Steam. Sometimes even for free.
RPG games on Steam for free
Free-to-Play doesn't mean reduced quality, just increased savings for gamers. Read the list of the top five RPGs on Steam below.
Old School RuneScape / RuneScape
Runescape and Old School Runescape are quintessential additions to the RPG world. Both games allow players to act as a character that roams a fantasy world of NPCs and skill-building activities, such as cooking, combat, and fishing. Both games are on the Steam library with positive reviews which shed light on the enjoyment of the game by the gaming public. While there is no charge to dive into the world of Runescape, there are microtransactions players can choose to purchase to increase their virtual prowess.
Wyvern
Wyvern is another classic iteration of the RPG genre and it's still around with great reviews and high player activity. In the game, players choose between different fantasy races to represent themselves. The game allows adventures and interactions with other players for magical conquests. The top-down, 2D, and pixelated gameplay will make RPG fans feel nostalgic and deep in the same breath. The game's features are vast, from skill building to editing levels.
Path of exile
Path of Exile is an RPG that combines both action and hack-and-slash mechanics for an engaging gaming experience. In the game, players are an exile in the world of Wraeclast. By enabling both single-player and online multiplayer, players can develop their character's skills as they progress through the exciting adventure of the world. Exiles can be different types of fantasy races, which is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to in-game character customization.
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Warframe
Warframe is the only addition on this list of free RPGs that features mech characters to play. The game allows players to choose between a plethora of Warframes, the robot-like fighters who play the main role in the game. Containing an in-depth story and an action-packed third-person shooter, Warframe is an excellent combination of traditional shooter mechanics and classic RPG tropes. The game lets players brave the action alone or invite friends to form a team as they take control of the open world.
Grimm's Hollow
Taking a retro spin on classic pixelated games, Grimm's Hollow offers a new take on RPG gaming. This game is heavily story-driven, powered by side-scrolling graphics and a spooky art style. Players enter the world of Hollow as Lavender, who has been thrust into the chaos of history along with her brother. Players can eat Ghost Cookies to maintain health and explore caves as they make their way to the endgame, which has three different versions.
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