2025 is packed with promising RPG titles that are set to shape the genre’s future. From long-awaited AAA releases to bold indie creations, this year’s lineup includes something for every type of RPG fan—whether you’re into deep storylines, strategic combat, or immersive world-building.
Here are 10 RPGs set to release in 2025 that should be on your radar.
1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Release Date: April 24, 2025
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
This visually stunning RPG from French studio Rundisc blends surreal art direction with a hybrid combat system. Set in a dreamlike version of France, you lead a group of characters on a quest to break a deadly cycle of destruction. It’s one of the most original and visually captivating RPGs of the year.
2. Dragon Age: Dreadwolf
Expected: Late 2025
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
BioWare’s flagship fantasy RPG returns with a darker tone and renewed focus on narrative depth. Players will once again explore the rich lore of Thedas, facing moral choices, political tension, and magical chaos. Expect branching dialogues and a return to the party-based systems fans love.
3. Avowed
Expected: Q3 2025
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC
Obsidian’s next big RPG transports players to the world of Eora, already known from Pillars of Eternity. This first-person fantasy title features dynamic spellcasting, faction interactions, and a lore-rich open world. A perfect match for fans of The Elder Scrolls with a narrative twist.
4. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
Release Date: April 23, 2025
Platforms: All major platforms
Created by key developers behind Suikoden, this turn-based JRPG offers a deep tactical experience with over 100 recruitable characters, political intrigue, and charming 2.5D visuals. Ideal for fans of old-school strategy RPGs with a modern polish.
5. GreedFall 2: The Dying World
Expected: End of 2025
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
A sequel to the cult-favorite GreedFall, this new chapter explores the protagonist’s homeland. Players will manage factions, diplomacy, and magical powers in a decaying world filled with tension and beauty. It expands upon the choice-based gameplay and world-building of its predecessor.
6. Little Devil Inside
Expected: 2025
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
This action-RPG stands out with its unique art style and quirky tone. Blending exploration, survival, and adventure elements, Little Devil Inside takes players through mysterious lands filled with odd encounters and emergent gameplay. A true indie wildcard for 2025.
7. The Alters
Expected: Mid-2025
Platforms: PC, Consoles
From the creators of This War of Mine, The Alters is a narrative-driven sci-fi RPG where players control multiple versions of themselves. Each “Alter” has unique skills and perspectives, and your survival depends on managing these internal personalities. Emotionally complex and conceptually fresh.
8. Wyrdsong
Expected: 2025
Platforms: PC, Consoles
Developed by ex-Bethesda and Obsidian devs, Wyrdsong is a dark, metaphysical RPG set in an alternate medieval Portugal. It promises deep philosophical themes, moral ambiguity, and open-ended gameplay. A cerebral experience for players who want story-driven immersion.
9. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
Expected: 2025
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
The sequel to the acclaimed medieval RPG continues the story of Henry of Skalitz in 15th-century Bohemia. Expect even more historical accuracy, swordplay mechanics, and an expansive open world with realistic systems and branching narratives.
10. Demonschool
Expected: Q2 2025
Platforms: All major platforms
A mix between tactics RPG and social sim, Demonschool is set in a spooky, retro-inspired world where students fight demons by day and build relationships by night. With stylish visuals and grid-based combat, it’s a genre-bending indie with serious flair.
Bonus Mention: Black Myth: Wukong (Xbox Release in 2025)
While Black Myth: Wukong officially launched for PS5 and PC in 2024, Xbox Series X|S users are still waiting. The game is expected to release on Xbox in 2025 after optimization, so it’s still a relevant title for platform-specific RPG fans.
Why These RPGs Matter
2025 is shaping up to be a golden year for RPGs. Studios are pushing boundaries in narrative design, player agency, and gameplay depth. From high-budget epics to unique indie stories, there’s a game here for every kind of adventurer.
