10 Best RPGs on Xbox Series X|S (2024)

RPGs are a famous and adored genre, owing to their compelling narratives and interactive gameplay. That's why Xbox enthusiasts will be pleased to hear that the Xbox Series X|S boasts a superb selection of titles, including some of the best RPGs. From medieval magic-filled settings to post-apocalyptic calamities, each game is unique while exceeding our expectations for a role-playing experience.

10. The First Descendant

The First Descendant is a third-person action RPG where the players take the role of the Descendants and are on a quest to save the human world. They can do missions and take on tough enemies, either solo or up to three others. One thing stood out in the game: exciting battles involving powerful skills that combine guns with tools, such as grappling hooks. Additionally, teamwork is involved when fighting gigantic boss enemies. As you progress, you collect various weapons and gear from your missions and keep getting stronger and preparing for more deadly challenges.

9. Visions of Mana

Visions of Mana puts players on some pretty hot and action-packed, elemental spirits-filled adventure. Val, the protagonist, travels with his friend Hinna to reach the Mana Tree. The game holds a huge world where players fight both cute and fierce monsters. You use the power of Elementals in battles, with quick, three-dimensional combat. On the other hand, you also meet the other kinds of companions, which help you explore the world faster. Val and his friends along the way start discovering surprising truths about their world as well as their fate.

8. Beyond Galaxyland

Beyond Galaxyland is a whimsical RPG in which you play the role of high schooler Doug and his pet guinea pig, Boom Boom, on a quest to save Earth. They travel through various planets, encountering the most interesting characters with the most amazing abilities and dreadful enemies. The combat is turn-based, so you are always having your turns alongside the enemies. Here, you can catch creatures that will help you in the battles. Plus, there are more than 25 big boss fights to make things so thrilling, but each planet has new surprises and challenges ready for you.

7. Diablo IV

Diablo IV plunges you into Sanctuary, which is full of evil, spreading its dark powers far and wide. You can play alone or with your friends as you go on a fight across this vast, open world against your enemies. Not only will you be fighting those enemies, but you'll also meet very important characters, plus complete some of the toughest quests in Diablo history. With five different classes to choose from, offering exclusive powers, there's battles through treacherous dungeons with various fierce enemies and lots of loot. Adventure can be shared with friends across any platform with cross-play and cross-progression.

6. Remnant II

Remnant II is a game in which you fight dreadful creatures and powerful bosses in frightening worlds. You can play it co-op with two other players, exploring different places to stop an evil force. The game is a mix of shooting and melee combat, so be sure to pick the right gear and arms to defeat really tough enemies and big bosses. The level and quests change every time so that the game will always be a challenge and fun. You need to discover many worlds since you do great there and get excellent rewards from applying your skills and working well with your team.

5. SAND LAND

In SAND LAND, you play as Beelzebub, Fiend Prince, leading a party to find water in this desert world. Additionally, your accomplices are Thief and Sheriff Rao, together taking you on a journey in search of the Legendary Spring while facing bandits, dangerous fauna, and army generals. It also takes you through a new place called Forest Land where all manner of danger awaits. To explore and fight, you build and make use of vehicles like tanks and motorbikes that could help you survive and discover secret ways in this rough world.

4. Flintlock: Siege of Dawn

Flintlock: Siege of Dawn is an action RPG you'll fight through to save humanity from ridiculously powerful gods. You assume the role of Nor Vanek, a seasoned soldier in the Coalition army, for the purpose of eliminating the gods and closing the Door to the Great Below. With your magical companion, Enki, at your side, fight through zombies with a mix of combat moves and magic. Generally, the combat is fast and fluent and can be observed through how attacks and magic are tied together in powerful combos.

3. Dragon's Dogma 2

Dragon's Dogma 2 is a game of action roleplay where you play as the hero, known as the Arisen. You decide upon how your character fights, who joins your party, and how you deal with tough challenges. Along the way, you're joined by the concept of Pawns that act like actual companions in your journey. There are different options for fighting: you can wield swords or bows or work magic against enemies, which often gives many choices in battle. Outside towns, you would encounter many monsters, wherein you will choose to either fight them or avoid them. There are also travelers, merchants, and soldiers, who sometimes give you quests to do.

2. Atlas Fallen: Reign of Sand

Atlas Fallen: Reign of Sand delivers exciting action-RPG combat within an immense world filled by sand. You can play along solo, co-op with another player, and bring down legendary monsters by wielding mighty abilities. Mastery over the sands grants you devastating killing tools, which you can later use to harvest the essence of your enemies in order to shape your play style. Additionally, the game boasts of a highly expanded world with a range of enemies, quests, and a rather reworked campaign with enhanced voice acting.

1. Baldur's Gate 3

The final one on our list is Baldur's Gate 3, a story-based RPG in the world of Dungeons & Dragons. It's where some parasite is inserted into your brain and grants you these peculiar powers. And so, you are given a choice: do you want to fight that power inside or use it according to your will. You can play solo or up to four players online. Ultimately, your choices and actions change the story, meaning that every time you play, it feels different.

So, what's your take? Do you agree with our top five? Are there other RPGs on Xbox Series X|S you think are best? Let us know in the comments below or over on our socials here!