Best Role-Playing Games Releasing on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC in 2021
Over the years, role-playing games have changed drastically. RPGs are now more expansive, immersive and incredibly intricate. Let’s take a look at some of the most anticipated RPGs coming out on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC in 2021.
Hood: Outlaws and Legends
Hood: Outlaws and Legends is an upcoming action-RPG by Sumo digital. The game bears a close resemblance to the popular Assassin’s Creed and thief titles and is scheduled for a May 2021 release.
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Kena: Bridge of Spirits
The PlayStation exclusive follows the story of Kena, a young guide who helps deceased souls go from the physical world to the spirit world. The game is set to release sometime during March 2021.
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Outriders
Published by Square Enix, Outriders promises a stunning looter-shooter RPG experience on PS5, Xbox Series X, PC and other platforms.
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NieR Replicant: v1.22
An upgraded version of Nier: Replicant, ver.1.22474487139... is a direct sequel to Nier: Automata. The game was previously only available in Japan but will now be available for more platforms
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Vampire: The Masquerade-Bloodlines 2
Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 originates from a table-top game that is brilliantly transformed into a stunning RPG. The game was delayed into 2021 for better polishing.
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Elden Ring
This is probably the most anticipated game across genres. Fans have been waiting for Elden Ring since its E3 2019 trailer. Hopefully, it will be released in 2021.
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Biomutant
THQ Nordic’s Kung-Fu fable RPG impressed the fans with a fun-looking trailer. The game is all set to release on May 25th, 2021.
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Atomic Heart
Atomic Heart is an action RPG being developed by Russian studio Mundfish. The game is set in the Soviet Union in an alternate reality where agent P-3 is sent to investigate a government facility.