Cos of adult life things i rarely complete games these days, but Octopath was the exception. The battle system is so addictive, its kinda simple but also has strategy too it. I chose Osvald in the demo and was instantly addicted to his story. Plus the graphics are amazing.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 was such an emotional and personal experience. Some scenes made me cry my eyes out and some scenes made re-evaluate my life choices.
Xenoblade 3 was the first in the franchise that i played, and i LOVED it. I was literally so taken in by the story even though i had never played a xenoblade chronicles before, and after playing Xenoblade 1 and 2, I really appreciated the ability to play as a female character and to be able to easily switch between characters, since i loved the strong female characters. Definetly recommend that one. Xenoblade 3 is literally amazing and i probably spend over 200 hours playing it
I wouldn't call NMS a traditional RPG but it's great the amount of love you give it, it truly is a stunning game that I can't seem to put down, even after "completing" it
@@Eeowna it's a game with many facets that could fit in a lot of genres, so I'll allow it 🤣 sure I heard you can create race tracks to race exocrafts 😳
@@ChadOfStats definitely keep at it, I suppose it can be a hard one to get into and can feel quite daunting, but once everything clicks then you'll be off exploring planets and just wandering about. Sometimes I don't even do the main missions, I just potter about hahaha. Its like the space equivalent of a farming game at times, collect stuff, build stuff, collect more stuff and sell it on
I’ve been playing harvestella non stop for a week now, I didn’t expect to enjoy it this much! The story is what hooked me, I got to end of the demo and couldn’t stand not knowing how everything turns out😂 I love being able to spend some days just farming & fishing & other days actually working on the main quest/ battles.
25:48 One quick correction about NMS on Switch: You *can* take part in the expeditions. I completed all of the ones they ran over the holidays, plus this latest one, on the Switch. Also, the latest update added daily quicksilver missions to the Switch version, so getting quicksilver is no longer an issue. Literally the only things missing from the Switch version at this point are multiplayer (which I never really used anyway since it's designed more for solo play), capes as a visual customization (I'd love to have them, but there are plenty of other cool visual customizations), and "town building" settlements that most players on other platforms don't mess with much anyway after the initial side quest. You are right, though, that you *can* claim Twitch drop rewards on Switch. I love that Twitch drops are a thing - though I have to admit I was hoping you'd be one of the Twitch drop streamers this last time around. Maybe next time?
Just to say, if anybody is having some trouble in Octopath Traveller 2, take some time to pick up secondary jobs for everyone. The extra stats they give can be super helpful for boss fights and some of the combinations are absolutely broken and will melt enemies 😁
I love gams that push you to do this. It really deepens the experience and I don't mind either side quests or grinding because it slows me down and helps me appreciate the world, otherwise I rush through things too quickly. And yes, I love OP stats!
My top 5 RPG’s are: 1. Grandia 2. Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch 3. Fire Emblem Three Houses 4. Dragon Quest 8 5. Tales of Zestiria This is kind of my very strict RPG list though. I much prefer games like BOTW, Fantasy Life and Rune Factory where there is just sooooo much more to do. I even doubted to include Fire Emblem Three Houses in there because there are so many other things to do xD
I agree 💯 procent. I started the demo for three hours and that three hours felt like 3 minutes. That's was my reason to buy the whole game. Last months i couldn't play a game longer than one hour.. the story and characters and world is just amazing!
Great video! My favorite RPG’s on Switch are in no particular order: 1.)Xenoblade Chronicles 2/Torna 2.) Breath of the Wild 3.) Fire Emblem 3 Houses(haven’t played Engage yet) 4.) Shin Magami Tensei V 5.) Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch. PlayStation: 1.) Persona 5 Royal 2.) Horizon Zero Dawn 3.) God of War Ragnarok 4.) Final Fantasy 7 Remake 5.) Tales of Arise
so glad you’re also enjoying octopath traveler 2!!!! i’ve been enjoying it so much since it dropped and haven’t seen many people talking about it. honestly i love most of the games you mentioned here, with there being a few i haven’t tried/heard of yet ^^ gonna have to add them to my to play list
1. Breath of the Wild 2. Persona 5 Royal 3. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 4. Octopath Traveler II 5. Octopath Traveler RPG's are probably my favorite genre right now. I am actually looking forward to a new turn base RPG coming out called Sea of Stars. I played the demo and it is beautiful!!
If I'm to limit it to the Switch, in no particular order... 1. Divinity: Original Sin 2 2. Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen 3. Disgaea 5 (most of them are insanely good though) 4. Monster Hunter Rise 5. Fire Emblem: Three Houses (although Engage might take over for favorite Switch Fire Emblem game).
My Top 5 switch RPG are: Fire Emblem 3 houses, Octopath Traveller 1, Dragon Quest 11, Persona 5 and Fire emblem engage. Honorable mentiones are triangle strategie and Octopath 2 (tho OT2 only because I'm early in)
I didn't expect from square Enix to make a rune factory like game and it is actually good. I brought it because it looks nice. I loved the artstyle for the environment and the characters but I didn't expect that the Story would be so good. Really a surprise hit and hopefully they make more of it. Just wished it had voice acting and better controls.
Just finished P5R this week. What an incredible game! Breathe of the Wild and Fire Emblem 3 Houses are also in my top. Playing OT2 right now! Have you played Bravely Default 2? I loved that game.
I was deciding between BD2 and Triangle strategy, got TS and sadly struggling to get into it :') BUT I didn't mention that on here as I need to give it a proper go first
My top three are a bit dated xD. 1) Final Fantasy 8 - I don't care what anyone says, Squall is a better MC than Cloud. I will die on this hill. 2) Chrono Trigger - Need I even explain? It's a beautiful story that's both complex and simple, plus the game has over 9 different endings. Which is bonkers for an SNES game! 3) Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete - I played this on PS1 and loved the anime cut scenes. It's not complicated storywise for a jrpg, but it is fun and beautiful.
Right there with you on Chrono Trigger, though for me it’s my #1. And as someone who enjoys just about every Final Fantasy game up to X, I… actually agree on preferring Squall to Cloud as well. (I’ll go right ahead and join you on that hill!) My favorite game out of the bunch is VI, but for the overall cast of characters and not just for Terra. Favorite MC honor goes to Cecil from IV.
@@CTSael I always get stupid happy when someone agrees with me about Squall! xD Cause everyone is so into 7 and there's just so much hate for 8. Don't get me wrong, the scale leveling was kind odd, but not terrible. I could see why people got upset about not being able to just max out from go and play the game as a god. But hey! Now you can play it in god mode on PC and Switch soooo... >_>. Anyway, I liked Squall more because you could play him as an introvert who didn't talk much or as someone who was growing with the story and his friends. He also acted like a real teenager who was just trying to do his best and didn't want to be in charge. I related to that more as a teen. Plus, "Maybe I'm a Lion" is a BAMF tune >_> Also.... Laguna is just... he tries so HARD, the cinnamon roll. And don't blame you on Chrono Trigger; all the feels!
@@BladeRedwind Guess I’m one of the rare few to actually prefer level scaling in my games. I like not having to backtrack to specific areas and can just do what I need to wherever. Feels more efficient that way, at least to me. I just never really got into Cloud much as an MC, so it’s fair to say that I prefer a good 5 or 6 other FF MCs before I’d choose him. (I love Laguna so much!)
I forgot about Chrono Trigger! Yes! I could go either way on any of the early Final Fantasy titles, as long as they are the earlier ones. If we're going waaaaay, back I wonder if anyone else played a game called Faxanadu, my very first rpg and it will always have a place in my heart and I will never forget the music, midi though it was.
Excellent list. You convinced me to finally grab Octopath Traveler 2. Also, I love how NMS appears on pretty much every list you make. Of course, there's good reason for that - NMS is a game that you can play however you want to play it. Some people largely ignore the story after the first couple hours and focus purely on exploration. Others hyperfocus on the story first, and exploration second. And still others, like me, semi-focus on the story while also taking time for plenty of exploration along the way. And then there are those who simply jump into creative mode and spend all their time building beautiful bases on various planets. That said, the story really is better than most would expect from a space exploration game, so while I've never really thought of it as an RPG, it definitely could fit the bill. Great stuff.
Persona 4 Golden is a must-play for anyone who liked Persona 5. I’d recommend Persona 3 as well, but with some reservations, as some key quality of life features are missing from this earlier entry. Excellent story & characters, though, as well as amazing music as always. My other RPG faves: Elder Scrolls V Skyrim, & the Atelier series (especially the Ryza games for newbies)
@@Eeowna that's understandable. I found the combat harder to enjoy than 2 which is weird because most would say 2 is more complex but the story and world of the first game is so good.
Ochette is hands down the best Octopath character ever made. One of the best RPG characters of all time actually (imo). I highly agree as well, Octopath Traveler 2 is the main game I’m playing rn. As soon as it came out, I completely stopped playing Hogwarts legacy’s. I can’t stop playing this game. Everything they could’ve made better in the first one, they did. The graphics and music is so good, even more captivating then the first. If I’m not working or making content, I’m playing this game. Finally, a game I’m stoked about and gives me that sense of wanting to constantly indulge in a new adventure. I made a video on this game last week. Anyways, that’s my life story. Love your content 👾
I think my list is something like Fire Emblem 3 Houses, Dragon Quest 11S, Pokemon ScarVi, Octopath, and The World Ends With You (Final Remix and NEO). I still need to play P5R and Xenoblade Chronicles... I can see them sitting next to me on a shelf right now lol. Once I get further in Octopath 2, it will probably take the OG's spot on my list! Also, it's been so fun watching how hard you've turned around on Harvestella since that initial demo! I'm glad it turned out like this, always more fun to find reasons to love a game!
I finally got around to playing OT 1 and I’m really enjoying it. I’m sure I’ll get the second the moment I finish the first because I am actually having fun (for the longest time I thought it was too hard for me).
I agree with you on Harvestella. Great game but probably best to get on a sale. I even say the same thing in my review of it. I will say i was surprised by how good and cozy it was. Anyway keep up the great work!
I just started Octopath and I’m enjoying it. I made the small mistake of choosing the hunter lady as my first character, and her dialect drove me so crazy that I had to play with the sound turned off. I love BotW, and Dragon Quest Builders 2 (not sure it counts as an RPG). I want to play Harvestella. I just bought Persona 5 but haven’t started it yet. Oh, and I just started No Man’s Sky too. Finally, I don’t know if it counts, but I just replayed West of Loathing and still love it. Thanks, Eeowna - I love your videos! 🎉❤
I haven't been able to put Octopath Traveler 2 down! It's quickly becoming one of my favorites. Fire Emblem: Three Houses is an incredible game (fear the deer), I'd say it's tied as my favorite RPG with Persona 5 Royal. I haven't picked up FE: Engage yet, but it's on my list! I've also been meaning to play Xenoblade Chronicles 3 as well, but OT2 caught me first.
I just started playing Grow Song of the Evertree and I can’t imagine you not loving this game. Please give it a try, I would love to see you play it and hear your thoughts!!!!
literally just bought harvestella so i'm very glad to see it on your list! some of my favourites are fire emblem three houses, xenoblade chronicles 3, and triangle strategy! i also really loved atelier ryza but i'm not sure it's up there with those three as an all time fave yet
@@ChadOfStats I'm only a couple of hours in but really enjoying it so far! The lack of difficulty levels concerns me since I normally play everything on the easiest level but I'm hoping it won't be too difficult 😅
I wonder if you’d like rune factory, since you really liked harvestella so much. It’s really similar, to be honest it kinda felt like harvestella actually got some inspiration from rune factory with the farming sim/rpg genre combo.
I just found you out in TH-cam land and I think you do a great job, with your commentary. I also think you put the video together fantastically. Anyways, I appreciate you. I look forward to seeing more content from you. Have a great day.
Love your reviews and spoiler-free peeks into good RPGs! Played Harvestella when I saw your recommendation in a previous video, and absolutely enjoyed it. Completely agree with you on the Fire Emblem games. Three Houses' characters are incredible as is the story, I've replayed it so many times, though I wish there were more battle maps. Engage's combats and map are amazing, and the maddening mode is a real challenge, but dialogues and story are really lacking, characters feel one-dimensional
Good list, and there are several there that I really want to play (I even have them), but I haven’t got to them yet. Harvestella, Octopath Traveller 2, Dragon Quest Treasures. Also, I think you’ve nearly talked me into Persona. I’ve never played one before, but I really want to. Eeowna, have you ever played Dragon Quest 11? It would absolutely be in my top 5 list.
Rpgs are my favorite genre so most of my favorites are whole series 😆 1- rune factory 2- fantasy life 3- atelier/mana khemia 4- persona/smt 5- etrian odyssey I have to add dragon quest and all of it's spinoffs as a bonus because they were my first game addiction way back on the nes.
Ooh I love RPGs so much, I'm very interested in a lot of the ones you mention so hopefully I get to play them this year 😭 My top 5 are: 1. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII 2. Fire Emblem: Awakening 3. Pokemon Black 4. Kingdom Hearts II 5. Fragile Dreams: Farewell Ruins of the Moon
My Simple Top 5 is as follows 1. Final Fantasy VII (Playstation 1) 2. Kingdom Hearts series (Not sure which I like most) 3. Pokemon X 4. World of Final Fantasy (havent tried Maxima yet) 5. Final Fantasy IX
I enjoyed Earthlock and My Time at Portia and loved Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen. I LOVED Rune Factory 4 on the 3DS (haven't tried it on the Switch). I'm going to have to look at some of the ones you are suggesting here. Harvestella sounds alot like RF4. I enjoyed Pokemon Legends Arceus. I have No Man's Sky and need to get back to it, but Violet came out and I dropped it. I'm about to give Pillars of Eternity ago.
Both Golden Sun (GBA) games will always hold a place in my heart as my first ever RPGs, and still absolutely love them. Tales of Symphonia (GCN) as well, and Baten Katos (GCN) I think would also still be considered RPG just deck building. Still super stoked they're coming to Switch!! Also absolutely loved Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles and Torchlight too back in the day lol, and jumped on it when they came to Switch heh I tried the Monster Hunters Stories 2 demo on Switch this weekend and am definitely going to try and get it soon as I can, loved it. Have been enjoying Skyrim and loved playing Oblivion on PC years ago so would enjoy that on Switch too heh Turn-based and RTS are generally my favourite types but, I have loved RPG types longer than simulation types so, it's a bit varied LOL Played the demos for Octopath Traveller/II and absolutely LOVE them. Hoping I can afford to grab them sometime soon! Will consider getting the second first though from your recommendation. Have loved Fire Emblem for yearrrs, especially the classic ones. Still really need to get 3 Houses heh I was still on the fence about Scarlet/Violet but, maybe I'll look at Arceus instead. I'd rather just chill and have fun shiny hunting heh I still really need to check out NMS more. I'd still love to see your video on making it a cozy game heh I've never understood Twitch drops LOL Sound cool though.
Aaa funny seeing you here! 👋😄I was just looking for a new game to play and started reading comments on this video that popped up in my recommended. I have been in a gaming rut and hoping to find something I can be addicted to play again 🥲I am going to have to try the Octopath demo. I recommend Arceus over Scarlet/Violet if you are looking for something a little fresher from the old Pokemon formula. It's more about exploring and catching as opposed to battling. It was a lot more fun shiny hunting in too because the Pokemon have a shiny effect and sound when they appear on screen 🤩Sc/Vi I actually got eye strain trying to keep an eye on all of the pokemon to make sure they werent shiny lol because they don't let you know they are shiny with any visual or audio cues. 😵 I still really enjoyed Violet/Scarlet, but Arceus felt so fresh and new after years of playing Pokemon
I recently started persona 4 golden on the switch and wanted to give an rpg a try since it seems the switch has the best ones, especially for the oled portable. It’s the most addictive switch game, I’ve played so far. Well worth 20.
I literally don’t know how I found you. I think it’s because I purchased Dreamlight valley and I was looking up tips and tricks and you came up. You’re awesome and you and I like very similar games. I actually just got dragon quest treasures as I’m a big dragon quest fan And I got Pokémon Arceus as well. I’m very interested in harvest Stella for the future. I am a big fan of fire emblem, my first fire emblem, game being fire, emblem, awakening, and I never look back. I have such a special place in my heart for three houses. I actually alternate between dream, light valley and fire emblem engage right now, as that was the first day pick up for me. That’s rare that’s how much I love this series. I adore turn based RPG’s, but I didn’t like Octopath one granted, I only played the demo, but I didn’t connect with it. Some other games if you haven’t check them out that are quite cheeky but I think very fun are cat quest you literally level up as a cat fighting monsters it’s like a cross between an action, RPG and a warrior game is very short, but for some reason I love it, also, this was a Wii U port. I can’t think of the name right off the top of my head but I think it was Lego city. It’s like Grandtheft auto, but in Lego form the cut scenes are hilarious and it’s just such clever gameplay. Ps. I love breath of the wild, but it feels way too big for me and I love exploring it but I get nowhere. I literally get nowhere talking about wanting an easy mode. That would be the game. I think I have to double check but I have that persona game for my PlayStation 4 which is now out of commission, so I never got to play it. One day if you’re interested, you should check out dragon quest 11 it is just a beautiful game.
Octopath traveler was the first game I played on the switch after Let’s go Pikachu ( I got that Pokémon edition of the switch). I enjoyed it but I got Breath if the wild for Xmas and kinda forgot about Octopath but I definitely want to go back to it since they did a second one. I just played Live a Live which was fun. I’m enjoying Dragon quest treasures.
I played most of the games on your list, currently finishing FE engage. There is one game though I was surprised to be disappointed with: Persona 5. I really really wanted to like it, the music and the setting were so appealing to me! But the infinite et unnecessary dialogue worn me out. Sooo muuuch texting, it's exhausting. I also hated that sometimes, you kind of lose control on the game, you just do what the cat tells you to do: go to this place, talk to this guy, go back home, sleep, go to school, read that text... It could be an hour until I could finally chose want I want to do next. I had to put the game down 30 hours in, and I know I barely scratched the surface of it. Maybe I will pick it up again, but now, Ocotpath II is looking pretty cool, I'll have to finish the demo to decide if I'll but it (which I probably will). Also, Sakuna: of rice and ruin was a lot of fun! A un unexpected mix of action RPG and farming game.
Fantastic list, though I would argue BotW isn’t an rpg as it doesn’t have the primary rpg element, leveling/experience system. It is certainly more rpg like than previous Zelda games though.
I may have to try XC3 at some point if you rate it that highly since we have such similar games. I did try the first one on Switch for like 30 hours but there was a story beat about then that I was so upset by I had to put it down. I can’t buy it just yet thought because Octopath 2 is my next game to buy, (then Trails to Azure, Front Mission Evolved and then Dragonquest Treasures. The latter lost out to Trails from Zero at Christmas time. But then if you were crying, like I was in XC:DE then I might have heartbreak all over from the same franchise! Damn these hormones lol I was crying replaying some Buffy on the OG Xbox earlier. These writers!! PS As you love P5R - I can’t wait for you to play P4G: my GOAT atlus rpg 👍
I just started playing Skyrim for the first time and I am in love. With the addition of the anniversary pack, I think you could even play it in a way that makes it cozy. After all, you can now farm; so much crafting; there are some adorable homes in a variety of themes/geographies; you can have pets that help you in a variety of ways, their are cat people (Khajiit are the best), you can even marry, and the scenery and visuals are the best I've ever seen (omg the night skies, waterfalls, etc). And you have an open world, with dozens and dozens of quests, that will give you many hundreds/thousands? of hours of play, if not years, because people have been playing this for over a decade, and new content is constantly being added. Besides Skyrim, my favorites have been Harvestella, Fantasy Life (3ds), anything Link/Zelda, Fire Emblem whatever, Final Fantasy (older titles were best). I've been playing for 40 years, my favorite rpgs have a strong story or enough variety to keep you hooked. I just got the Octopath Traveler II demo and I'm hoping I will fall in love with it too!
I definitely play Skyrim as a cosy game. You can play it modded on the PC and PlayStation so I use the top armour, weapon and levelling mods to become pretty much jnvincible and just play for the exploration, story and quests!
I’m torn between getting Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition or Fire Emblem: Three Houses for my next rpg to play. Currently playing Breath of the Wild and I am near completing it. Tears of the Kingdom doesn’t really appeal to me since it seems to be more like an expansion pack rather than a new title. So hard to choose between the two I am eyeballing.
This Binnie loves your list - kinda ashamed I haven’t ventured into either Octopath Traveller yet. No Man’s Sky is on the border of RPG genre but it had to be on the list!
I'm not sure why Pokemon hasn't used voice acting in their games. It would add so much personality and reward loyal fans. Pokemon can do miles better especially for what they charge for their products and how much the company is worth.
Legends is a great start. It really shook up the recipe of the traditional games, and as someone who grew up with the originals, I found it to be a huge breath of fresh air!
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Cos of adult life things i rarely complete games these days, but Octopath was the exception. The battle system is so addictive, its kinda simple but also has strategy too it. I chose Osvald in the demo and was instantly addicted to his story. Plus the graphics are amazing.
You’ll love bravely default 2 then
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 was such an emotional and personal experience. Some scenes made me cry my eyes out and some scenes made re-evaluate my life choices.
Xenoblade 3 was the first in the franchise that i played, and i LOVED it. I was literally so taken in by the story even though i had never played a xenoblade chronicles before, and after playing Xenoblade 1 and 2, I really appreciated the ability to play as a female character and to be able to easily switch between characters, since i loved the strong female characters. Definetly recommend that one. Xenoblade 3 is literally amazing and i probably spend over 200 hours playing it
I wouldn't call NMS a traditional RPG but it's great the amount of love you give it, it truly is a stunning game that I can't seem to put down, even after "completing" it
I had to include one game that was sketchy 😂
@@Eeowna it's a game with many facets that could fit in a lot of genres, so I'll allow it 🤣 sure I heard you can create race tracks to race exocrafts 😳
I keep bouncing off No Man's Sky. Started it 4 times already. Can never get into it. Maybe I need to persist longer?
@@ChadOfStats definitely keep at it, I suppose it can be a hard one to get into and can feel quite daunting, but once everything clicks then you'll be off exploring planets and just wandering about. Sometimes I don't even do the main missions, I just potter about hahaha. Its like the space equivalent of a farming game at times, collect stuff, build stuff, collect more stuff and sell it on
I’ve been playing harvestella non stop for a week now, I didn’t expect to enjoy it this much! The story is what hooked me, I got to end of the demo and couldn’t stand not knowing how everything turns out😂 I love being able to spend some days just farming & fishing & other days actually working on the main quest/ battles.
it's such an underrated game!
25:48 One quick correction about NMS on Switch: You *can* take part in the expeditions. I completed all of the ones they ran over the holidays, plus this latest one, on the Switch. Also, the latest update added daily quicksilver missions to the Switch version, so getting quicksilver is no longer an issue. Literally the only things missing from the Switch version at this point are multiplayer (which I never really used anyway since it's designed more for solo play), capes as a visual customization (I'd love to have them, but there are plenty of other cool visual customizations), and "town building" settlements that most players on other platforms don't mess with much anyway after the initial side quest.
You are right, though, that you *can* claim Twitch drop rewards on Switch. I love that Twitch drops are a thing - though I have to admit I was hoping you'd be one of the Twitch drop streamers this last time around. Maybe next time?
Just to say, if anybody is having some trouble in Octopath Traveller 2, take some time to pick up secondary jobs for everyone.
The extra stats they give can be super helpful for boss fights and some of the combinations are absolutely broken and will melt enemies 😁
I love gams that push you to do this. It really deepens the experience and I don't mind either side quests or grinding because it slows me down and helps me appreciate the world, otherwise I rush through things too quickly. And yes, I love OP stats!
Ocopath Traveler II slaps hard! Probably top 10 RPGS so far of the decade
I loved the third xenoblade ! It was amazing and the story is so heartwarming!!
My top 5 RPG’s are:
1. Grandia
2. Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch
3. Fire Emblem Three Houses
4. Dragon Quest 8
5. Tales of Zestiria
This is kind of my very strict RPG list though. I much prefer games like BOTW, Fantasy Life and Rune Factory where there is just sooooo much more to do. I even doubted to include Fire Emblem Three Houses in there because there are so many other things to do xD
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I agree 💯 procent. I started the demo for three hours and that three hours felt like 3 minutes. That's was my reason to buy the whole game. Last months i couldn't play a game longer than one hour.. the story and characters and world is just amazing!
Great video! My favorite RPG’s on Switch are in no particular order:
1.)Xenoblade Chronicles 2/Torna
2.) Breath of the Wild
3.) Fire Emblem 3 Houses(haven’t played Engage yet)
4.) Shin Magami Tensei V
5.) Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch.
PlayStation:
1.) Persona 5 Royal
2.) Horizon Zero Dawn
3.) God of War Ragnarok
4.) Final Fantasy 7 Remake
5.) Tales of Arise
so glad you’re also enjoying octopath traveler 2!!!! i’ve been enjoying it so much since it dropped and haven’t seen many people talking about it.
honestly i love most of the games you mentioned here, with there being a few i haven’t tried/heard of yet ^^ gonna have to add them to my to play list
I think people aren't talking about it because they're still busy playing it! I know I'm barely on the chapter 2s myself lol
1. Breath of the Wild
2. Persona 5 Royal
3. Xenoblade Chronicles 3
4. Octopath Traveler II
5. Octopath Traveler
RPG's are probably my favorite genre right now. I am actually looking forward to a new turn base RPG coming out called Sea of Stars. I played the demo and it is beautiful!!
I bought my very first switch on Saturday and I’ve been loving Breath of the wild! I went with the Oled and I absolutely love it 🥰
awesome video :) three houses is such an awesome experience for me , can’t stop playing that before
Absolutely love love Octopath Traveller 2, a masterpiece!
If I'm to limit it to the Switch, in no particular order...
1. Divinity: Original Sin 2
2. Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
3. Disgaea 5 (most of them are insanely good though)
4. Monster Hunter Rise
5. Fire Emblem: Three Houses (although Engage might take over for favorite Switch Fire Emblem game).
My Top 5 switch RPG are:
Fire Emblem 3 houses, Octopath Traveller 1, Dragon Quest 11, Persona 5 and Fire emblem engage.
Honorable mentiones are triangle strategie and Octopath 2 (tho OT2 only because I'm early in)
Great list! My favourite Switch RPGs include all the Xenoblade games, Harvestella, Ys VIII, SMT V, Persona 4 Golden and Dragon Quest XI S :)
I didn't expect from square Enix to make a rune factory like game and it is actually good. I brought it because it looks nice. I loved the artstyle for the environment and the characters but I didn't expect that the Story would be so good. Really a surprise hit and hopefully they make more of it. Just wished it had voice acting and better controls.
Just finished P5R this week. What an incredible game! Breathe of the Wild and Fire Emblem 3 Houses are also in my top. Playing OT2 right now! Have you played Bravely Default 2? I loved that game.
I was deciding between BD2 and Triangle strategy, got TS and sadly struggling to get into it :') BUT I didn't mention that on here as I need to give it a proper go first
Also Ys 8 and 9! So good!
Oh I love Bravely Default 2 so much!
@@Eeowna triangle strategy is like game of thrones. So good! It’s more of a visual novel than a game tho 😊
How long was your playtime for P5R? I clocked the base game. But havent finished Royal yet.
you should TOTALLY play Final Fantasy 9! you'll love it, it's amazing
My top three are a bit dated xD.
1) Final Fantasy 8 - I don't care what anyone says, Squall is a better MC than Cloud. I will die on this hill.
2) Chrono Trigger - Need I even explain? It's a beautiful story that's both complex and simple, plus the game has over 9 different endings. Which is bonkers for an SNES game!
3) Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete - I played this on PS1 and loved the anime cut scenes. It's not complicated storywise for a jrpg, but it is fun and beautiful.
Right there with you on Chrono Trigger, though for me it’s my #1.
And as someone who enjoys just about every Final Fantasy game up to X, I… actually agree on preferring Squall to Cloud as well. (I’ll go right ahead and join you on that hill!) My favorite game out of the bunch is VI, but for the overall cast of characters and not just for Terra. Favorite MC honor goes to Cecil from IV.
@@CTSael I always get stupid happy when someone agrees with me about Squall! xD Cause everyone is so into 7 and there's just so much hate for 8. Don't get me wrong, the scale leveling was kind odd, but not terrible. I could see why people got upset about not being able to just max out from go and play the game as a god. But hey! Now you can play it in god mode on PC and Switch soooo... >_>. Anyway, I liked Squall more because you could play him as an introvert who didn't talk much or as someone who was growing with the story and his friends. He also acted like a real teenager who was just trying to do his best and didn't want to be in charge. I related to that more as a teen. Plus, "Maybe I'm a Lion" is a BAMF tune >_> Also.... Laguna is just... he tries so HARD, the cinnamon roll.
And don't blame you on Chrono Trigger; all the feels!
@@BladeRedwind Guess I’m one of the rare few to actually prefer level scaling in my games. I like not having to backtrack to specific areas and can just do what I need to wherever. Feels more efficient that way, at least to me.
I just never really got into Cloud much as an MC, so it’s fair to say that I prefer a good 5 or 6 other FF MCs before I’d choose him. (I love Laguna so much!)
I forgot about Chrono Trigger! Yes! I could go either way on any of the early Final Fantasy titles, as long as they are the earlier ones. If we're going waaaaay, back I wonder if anyone else played a game called Faxanadu, my very first rpg and it will always have a place in my heart and I will never forget the music, midi though it was.
octopath is one of a kind and deserves more resoect, recognition
Excellent list. You convinced me to finally grab Octopath Traveler 2. Also, I love how NMS appears on pretty much every list you make. Of course, there's good reason for that - NMS is a game that you can play however you want to play it. Some people largely ignore the story after the first couple hours and focus purely on exploration. Others hyperfocus on the story first, and exploration second. And still others, like me, semi-focus on the story while also taking time for plenty of exploration along the way. And then there are those who simply jump into creative mode and spend all their time building beautiful bases on various planets. That said, the story really is better than most would expect from a space exploration game, so while I've never really thought of it as an RPG, it definitely could fit the bill. Great stuff.
Persona 4 Golden is a must-play for anyone who liked Persona 5. I’d recommend Persona 3 as well, but with some reservations, as some key quality of life features are missing from this earlier entry. Excellent story & characters, though, as well as amazing music as always.
My other RPG faves: Elder Scrolls V Skyrim, & the Atelier series (especially the Ryza games for newbies)
Enjoyed this video!. My top 5 on the switch are
1. Xenoblade chronicles 2
2. Octopath traveler
3. Xenoblade chronicles definitive edition
4. Monster hunter stories 2
5. Octopath traveler 2
I need to finish XCDE, it’s defo the one I’ve struggled the most to get into
@@Eeowna that's understandable. I found the combat harder to enjoy than 2 which is weird because most would say 2 is more complex but the story and world of the first game is so good.
Ochette is hands down the best Octopath character ever made. One of the best RPG characters of all time actually (imo). I highly agree as well, Octopath Traveler 2 is the main game I’m playing rn. As soon as it came out, I completely stopped playing Hogwarts legacy’s. I can’t stop playing this game. Everything they could’ve made better in the first one, they did. The graphics and music is so good, even more captivating then the first. If I’m not working or making content, I’m playing this game. Finally, a game I’m stoked about and gives me that sense of wanting to constantly indulge in a new adventure. I made a video on this game last week. Anyways, that’s my life story. Love your content 👾
I think my list is something like Fire Emblem 3 Houses, Dragon Quest 11S, Pokemon ScarVi, Octopath, and The World Ends With You (Final Remix and NEO). I still need to play P5R and Xenoblade Chronicles... I can see them sitting next to me on a shelf right now lol. Once I get further in Octopath 2, it will probably take the OG's spot on my list!
Also, it's been so fun watching how hard you've turned around on Harvestella since that initial demo! I'm glad it turned out like this, always more fun to find reasons to love a game!
I finally got around to playing OT 1 and I’m really enjoying it. I’m sure I’ll get the second the moment I finish the first because I am actually having fun (for the longest time I thought it was too hard for me).
I agree with you on Harvestella. Great game but probably best to get on a sale. I even say the same thing in my review of it. I will say i was surprised by how good and cozy it was. Anyway keep up the great work!
Loving harvestella and already in love with cress
I just bought Octopath Traveller II because I genuinely trust everything you say. I can’t wait to start!!
First RPG I've ever played on Nintendo was Bravely Default II and then I've moved to Zelda BOW :) Harvestella looks fun, need to try it!
Thanks for the great videos. Anytime I'm looking for a new game I always check your channel 1st for advice. Keep up the amazing work!!
I just started Octopath and I’m enjoying it. I made the small mistake of choosing the hunter lady as my first character, and her dialect drove me so crazy that I had to play with the sound turned off. I love BotW, and Dragon Quest Builders 2 (not sure it counts as an RPG). I want to play Harvestella. I just bought Persona 5 but haven’t started it yet. Oh, and I just started No Man’s Sky too. Finally, I don’t know if it counts, but I just replayed West of Loathing and still love it. Thanks, Eeowna - I love your videos! 🎉❤
Dragon Quest Builders 2 is so fun! I would count it just by how good it is.
I love West of Loathing.
You have become my top favorite TH-camr for everything that is cozy. Thank you for your content.
I haven't been able to put Octopath Traveler 2 down! It's quickly becoming one of my favorites. Fire Emblem: Three Houses is an incredible game (fear the deer), I'd say it's tied as my favorite RPG with Persona 5 Royal. I haven't picked up FE: Engage yet, but it's on my list! I've also been meaning to play Xenoblade Chronicles 3 as well, but OT2 caught me first.
I enjoyed the octopath 2 demo, but have been hesitant to make the full purchase, but I think it’s inevitable that I’ll be getting it!
I laughed out when you said you watch tv and play game haha I so do that too, when I have to grind or not into a game. Nice video.
Octopath Traveller 2 reminds me of my favorite game : Songs of Conquest . Has same graphic, even better.
oh and fyi, you can do expeditions on the Switch version of NMS, in fact one is ongoing as we speak when they released the latest update last week
Thank you for letting me know! I play mainly pc atm
@@Eeowna I did the Twitch drops and it looked amazing on PC (obviously), so jealous but it's still a great game on Switch
I just started playing Grow Song of the Evertree and I can’t imagine you not loving this game. Please give it a try, I would love to see you play it and hear your thoughts!!!!
literally just bought harvestella so i'm very glad to see it on your list! some of my favourites are fire emblem three houses, xenoblade chronicles 3, and triangle strategy! i also really loved atelier ryza but i'm not sure it's up there with those three as an all time fave yet
How are you enjoying Harvestella so far?
@@ChadOfStats I'm only a couple of hours in but really enjoying it so far! The lack of difficulty levels concerns me since I normally play everything on the easiest level but I'm hoping it won't be too difficult 😅
@@tammietriestogame the most important thing is always having enough food and drinks in the backpack and you will be fine.
@@zillo1600 thanks for the tip!
I wonder if you’d like rune factory, since you really liked harvestella so much. It’s really similar, to be honest it kinda felt like harvestella actually got some inspiration from rune factory with the farming sim/rpg genre combo.
I have been WAITING for a vid abt RPGs from you!!! Theres no gaming youtuber i trust more than you
I just found you out in TH-cam land and I think you do a great job, with your commentary. I also think you put the video together fantastically. Anyways, I appreciate you. I look forward to seeing more content from you. Have a great day.
Love your reviews and spoiler-free peeks into good RPGs! Played Harvestella when I saw your recommendation in a previous video, and absolutely enjoyed it.
Completely agree with you on the Fire Emblem games. Three Houses' characters are incredible as is the story, I've replayed it so many times, though I wish there were more battle maps.
Engage's combats and map are amazing, and the maddening mode is a real challenge, but dialogues and story are really lacking, characters feel one-dimensional
Good list, and there are several there that I really want to play (I even have them), but I haven’t got to them yet. Harvestella, Octopath Traveller 2, Dragon Quest Treasures. Also, I think you’ve nearly talked me into Persona. I’ve never played one before, but I really want to. Eeowna, have you ever played Dragon Quest 11? It would absolutely be in my top 5 list.
Rpgs are my favorite genre so most of my favorites are whole series 😆
1- rune factory
2- fantasy life
3- atelier/mana khemia
4- persona/smt
5- etrian odyssey
I have to add dragon quest and all of it's spinoffs as a bonus because they were my first game addiction way back on the nes.
I don't have 5, but I've just started Dragon Quest Treasure and I love it! And Sea of Stars, which has the demo out. I'm obsessed! Can't wait!
My favorite rpg's right are lost at random and life is strange series so good especially lost at random.
I really need to try life is strange, it's been on my list for ages !
@@Eeowna Do it its so good
I'm quite confused about the No Man's Sky and Twitch watching and bonus things, went right over my head!
Don't get me wrong Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is amazing but Xenoblade Chronicles will always have a special place in my heart .
my fav rpg on the switch is xenoblade 3 but before that it was ff3 the ds remake (not on the switch but also Nintendo)
The last dungeon in FF3 was SOOO hard! 😭
Almost finished up with Ys 8. I'm surprised it's held my attention this long.
It's awesome. YS 9 is great too, but I recommend playing it somewhere else besides the Switch. It's almost unplayable at times on it.
Ooh I love RPGs so much, I'm very interested in a lot of the ones you mention so hopefully I get to play them this year 😭 My top 5 are:
1. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII
2. Fire Emblem: Awakening
3. Pokemon Black
4. Kingdom Hearts II
5. Fragile Dreams: Farewell Ruins of the Moon
I have never tried a kingdom hearts game!!
My Simple Top 5 is as follows
1. Final Fantasy VII (Playstation 1)
2. Kingdom Hearts series (Not sure which I like most)
3. Pokemon X
4. World of Final Fantasy (havent tried Maxima yet)
5. Final Fantasy IX
Pokémon Arceus has become one of my favorite Pokémon games of all time. I wish they would make updates and add DLCs.
I enjoyed Earthlock and My Time at Portia and loved Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen. I LOVED Rune Factory 4 on the 3DS (haven't tried it on the Switch). I'm going to have to look at some of the ones you are suggesting here. Harvestella sounds alot like RF4. I enjoyed Pokemon Legends Arceus. I have No Man's Sky and need to get back to it, but Violet came out and I dropped it. I'm about to give Pillars of Eternity ago.
Great choice, I love most of them as well 🥰
I really enjoy Pokémon Scarlett and love miitopia it’s perfect for a cozy rpg(I think it fits)
Love your narrative style. Subbed!!!!!!
Both Golden Sun (GBA) games will always hold a place in my heart as my first ever RPGs, and still absolutely love them. Tales of Symphonia (GCN) as well, and Baten Katos (GCN) I think would also still be considered RPG just deck building. Still super stoked they're coming to Switch!!
Also absolutely loved Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles and Torchlight too back in the day lol, and jumped on it when they came to Switch heh
I tried the Monster Hunters Stories 2 demo on Switch this weekend and am definitely going to try and get it soon as I can, loved it. Have been enjoying Skyrim and loved playing Oblivion on PC years ago so would enjoy that on Switch too heh
Turn-based and RTS are generally my favourite types but, I have loved RPG types longer than simulation types so, it's a bit varied LOL
Played the demos for Octopath Traveller/II and absolutely LOVE them. Hoping I can afford to grab them sometime soon! Will consider getting the second first though from your recommendation.
Have loved Fire Emblem for yearrrs, especially the classic ones. Still really need to get 3 Houses heh
I was still on the fence about Scarlet/Violet but, maybe I'll look at Arceus instead. I'd rather just chill and have fun shiny hunting heh
I still really need to check out NMS more. I'd still love to see your video on making it a cozy game heh I've never understood Twitch drops LOL Sound cool though.
Aaa funny seeing you here! 👋😄I was just looking for a new game to play and started reading comments on this video that popped up in my recommended. I have been in a gaming rut and hoping to find something I can be addicted to play again 🥲I am going to have to try the Octopath demo. I recommend Arceus over Scarlet/Violet if you are looking for something a little fresher from the old Pokemon formula. It's more about exploring and catching as opposed to battling. It was a lot more fun shiny hunting in too because the Pokemon have a shiny effect and sound when they appear on screen 🤩Sc/Vi I actually got eye strain trying to keep an eye on all of the pokemon to make sure they werent shiny lol because they don't let you know they are shiny with any visual or audio cues. 😵 I still really enjoyed Violet/Scarlet, but Arceus felt so fresh and new after years of playing Pokemon
Octopath II is amazing! I´m enjoying it so much. I´m sad becuase theres so few people talking about it
I’ve been really enjoying it so far!
I really love Kingdoms of Amalur and for me I count Assassins Creed Odyssey as an RPG and l love it!
If you like KoA, give Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen a shot!!
My favourite rpg on the switch is definitely Disco Elysium!!
I love this game series!!! I so agree with you! One of my favorites!
I recently started persona 4 golden on the switch and wanted to give an rpg a try since it seems the switch has the best ones, especially for the oled portable. It’s the most addictive switch game, I’ve played so far. Well worth 20.
I have just only one😁 And I love it now the most.
Graveyard Keeper🧡
I have been really enjoying Octopath Traveller 2. Now I am at the point I need to grind a lot to level up. It's a slow process in the game though.
Same here, 70h in, cant stop :)
Thank you for the list=)So many games, so little time to play them all=)
The first was toooo good this must be incredible
My favorite RPGS. Of. All. Time. On. The. Nintendo. Switch
I literally don’t know how I found you. I think it’s because I purchased Dreamlight valley and I was looking up tips and tricks and you came up. You’re awesome and you and I like very similar games. I actually just got dragon quest treasures as I’m a big dragon quest fan And I got Pokémon Arceus as well. I’m very interested in harvest Stella for the future. I am a big fan of fire emblem, my first fire emblem, game being fire, emblem, awakening, and I never look back. I have such a special place in my heart for three houses. I actually alternate between dream, light valley and fire emblem engage right now, as that was the first day pick up for me. That’s rare that’s how much I love this series. I adore turn based RPG’s, but I didn’t like Octopath one granted, I only played the demo, but I didn’t connect with it. Some other games if you haven’t check them out that are quite cheeky but I think very fun are cat quest you literally level up as a cat fighting monsters it’s like a cross between an action, RPG and a warrior game is very short, but for some reason I love it, also, this was a Wii U port. I can’t think of the name right off the top of my head but I think it was Lego city. It’s like Grandtheft auto, but in Lego form the cut scenes are hilarious and it’s just such clever gameplay. Ps. I love breath of the wild, but it feels way too big for me and I love exploring it but I get nowhere. I literally get nowhere talking about wanting an easy mode. That would be the game. I think I have to double check but I have that persona game for my PlayStation 4 which is now out of commission, so I never got to play it. One day if you’re interested, you should check out dragon quest 11 it is just a beautiful game.
Octopath traveler was the first game I played on the switch after Let’s go Pikachu ( I got that Pokémon edition of the switch). I enjoyed it but I got Breath if the wild for Xmas and kinda forgot about Octopath but I definitely want to go back to it since they did a second one. I just played Live a Live which was fun. I’m enjoying Dragon quest treasures.
Same feelings about Octopath II. I can't put it down tbh. lols. I still haven't even finished P5R.
If I had to come up with a game that's as far away from being an RPG as possible, I don't think I could find a better example than No Man's Sky
I played most of the games on your list, currently finishing FE engage. There is one game though I was surprised to be disappointed with: Persona 5. I really really wanted to like it, the music and the setting were so appealing to me! But the infinite et unnecessary dialogue worn me out. Sooo muuuch texting, it's exhausting. I also hated that sometimes, you kind of lose control on the game, you just do what the cat tells you to do: go to this place, talk to this guy, go back home, sleep, go to school, read that text... It could be an hour until I could finally chose want I want to do next. I had to put the game down 30 hours in, and I know I barely scratched the surface of it. Maybe I will pick it up again, but now, Ocotpath II is looking pretty cool, I'll have to finish the demo to decide if I'll but it (which I probably will).
Also,
Sakuna: of rice and ruin was a lot of fun! A un unexpected mix of action RPG and farming game.
I barely have to grind in Octopath 2 because I keep finding the caits that give me massive exp for whatever reason.
Just subbed. Great presentation 👍🏽
Ahhh I love your content, just subbed!! UwU
Top 5 rpg would be 1.breath of the wild 2. Final fantasy series 3. Xenoblade chronicles 3 4. Dragon quest series 5. Fire emblem
I really need to try a final fantasy game!
@@Eeowna I agree!!! 9 is a good one to start with and it's on the switch
Fantastic list, though I would argue BotW isn’t an rpg as it doesn’t have the primary rpg element, leveling/experience system. It is certainly more rpg like than previous Zelda games though.
I may have to try XC3 at some point if you rate it that highly since we have such similar games. I did try the first one on Switch for like 30 hours but there was a story beat about then that I was so upset by I had to put it down.
I can’t buy it just yet thought because Octopath 2 is my next game to buy, (then Trails to Azure, Front Mission Evolved and then Dragonquest Treasures. The latter lost out to Trails from Zero at Christmas time. But then if you were crying, like I was in XC:DE then I might have heartbreak all over from the same franchise! Damn these hormones lol I was crying replaying some Buffy on the OG Xbox earlier. These writers!!
PS As you love P5R - I can’t wait for you to play P4G: my GOAT atlus rpg 👍
Best rpg of all time FINAL FANTASY X . best story . Best characters . Best ending . Best love scene
I just started playing Skyrim for the first time and I am in love. With the addition of the anniversary pack, I think you could even play it in a way that makes it cozy. After all, you can now farm; so much crafting; there are some adorable homes in a variety of themes/geographies; you can have pets that help you in a variety of ways, their are cat people (Khajiit are the best), you can even marry, and the scenery and visuals are the best I've ever seen (omg the night skies, waterfalls, etc). And you have an open world, with dozens and dozens of quests, that will give you many hundreds/thousands? of hours of play, if not years, because people have been playing this for over a decade, and new content is constantly being added. Besides Skyrim, my favorites have been Harvestella, Fantasy Life (3ds), anything Link/Zelda, Fire Emblem whatever, Final Fantasy (older titles were best). I've been playing for 40 years, my favorite rpgs have a strong story or enough variety to keep you hooked. I just got the Octopath Traveler II demo and I'm hoping I will fall in love with it too!
I definitely play Skyrim as a cosy game. You can play it modded on the PC and PlayStation so I use the top armour, weapon and levelling mods to become pretty much jnvincible and just play for the exploration, story and quests!
Oh wow..I wish I was experiencing Skyrim for the first time again
@@benironside1264 I'm already thinking about my next play-through 😄
Skyrim is my fave game of all time, I think I've put over 2000 hrs in it, 😅
You almost like the same games as me xD I personally would throw Triangle Strategy in that list. That said, its not for everyone.
I want to play all of these now, the only ones I have played is Arceus and zelda. Bought 3 houses tho
I’m torn between getting Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition or Fire Emblem: Three Houses for my next rpg to play. Currently playing Breath of the Wild and I am near completing it. Tears of the Kingdom doesn’t really appeal to me since it seems to be more like an expansion pack rather than a new title. So hard to choose between the two I am eyeballing.
This Binnie loves your list - kinda ashamed I haven’t ventured into either Octopath Traveller yet. No Man’s Sky is on the border of RPG genre but it had to be on the list!
There's a mobile game too, for Octopath, and it's actually pretty good!
Omari is awesome. It’s got a weird earthbound vibe
i played 3 houses for 510 hours.. tactics ogre reborn is really good
Thanks for the video!
thank you for watching :D
I'm not sure why Pokemon hasn't used voice acting in their games. It would add so much personality and reward loyal fans. Pokemon can do miles better especially for what they charge for their products and how much the company is worth.
Octopath Traveler, Octopath traveler II, Dragon Quest Builder, Dragon Quest Builder 2 and Dragon Quest 11
Yes, a thousand times yes!
Have you heard of Flying Neko Delivery? It looks so cute and cozy but I don't get what it is about nor if it's worth buying...?
Love your videos! I am new to the Pokemon world getting legends Arceus!
Legends is a great start. It really shook up the recipe of the traditional games, and as someone who grew up with the originals, I found it to be a huge breath of fresh air!
You should try BD2! You won’t regret it!!