5 best turn-based RPGs to play as you wait for Clair Obscur Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will follow a group of intrepid explorers on a dangerous mission to halt the Paintress, a godlike person who can kill everyone of a specific age by merely painting that age on a gigantic monolith. Expedition 33 will launch on April 24 as a day-one Xbox Game Pass Ultimate title.


Players can also purchase the game for PC and PlayStation 5 for a fair $49.99. For the time being, you can check out some of the other turn-based role-playing games that are beloved by all gamers as the eagerly awaited turn-based game draws near.

5. Octopath Traveler 2

Release Date: February 24, 2023
Platform: PC, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch

In Octopath Traveler 2 , eight explorers are followed over various Solista locations. Players follow the adventures of each character, who has special abilities that they can employ in combat and exploration. Players build up each traveler's skill set in this turned-based sequel, just like in the original Octopath Traveler.

Although it uses a contemporary airbrush with depth of field effects and GC-infused high-definition pixels, this JRPG also revives the more straightforward 2D aesthetic. This time, there are a number of improvements and new features, such as character-specific latent abilities and fun new ways to move around the verdant surroundings.

4. Sea of Stars

Release Date: August 29, 2023
Platform: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

This turn-based fantasy role-playing game approaches the genre in a conventional manner. The plot of Sea of Stars centers on Valere, Zale, and Garl, a group of intrepid travelers who set out to stop the Fleshmancer and his creations that threaten to destroy the Earth. They come into dragons, ghost ships, and a plethora of pals who accompany them on their heroic journey.

Every story beat and setting offers a pleasant progression for character equipment improvement and ensures that the best battle supplies are always available. Characters can combine talents for strong moves in battle, which makes for interesting encounters. In some taverns, you may also play the entertaining Wheels minigame.

3. Persona 5 Royal

Release Date: March 31, 2020
Platform: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

If you like turn-based role-playing games, Persona 5 Royal is a great option. It will take you more than 80 hours to finish, but it also includes some of the best narrative and thematic elements in recent years. Persona 5's combat system makes use of spectacular attacks and the combination of several personas to create a thrilling and novel experience throughout the game.

Players can build stronger bonds with the characters they choose to spend time with thanks to the confidant system. Stylish user interface designs, assault animations and instructions, and a precise sound design that helps punctuate every menu pick, hit, and takedown are all part of the rich tactical play.

2. Divinity: Original Sin 2

Release Date: September 14, 2017
Platform: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

Divinity: Original Sin 2, the fifth game in Larian's Divinity series, is a tactical turn-based role-playing game that centers on a group of Godwoken individuals with strong magical abilities. Players can choose to play as one of the well-known origin characters with intricate backstories linked to the main plot, or they can customize their own character in this game, which is available in both single-player and cooperative modes.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 has turn-based combat and an isometric world view, similar to Larian's Baldur's Gate 3. Players can defeat adversaries by using the surroundings. A character's class build and abilities can be improved in a number of ways that complement those of other party members. Additionally, Divinity: Original Sin 2 offers repercussions for significant player acts that have an effect on the universe.

1. Baldur’s Gate 3

Release Date: August 3, 2023
Platform: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, macOS

In 2023, Baldur's Gate 3 became a video game and genre triumph. It astonished the industry with its high sales, excellent design, and lack of microtransactions or battle passes, as well as the roleplaying game scene with its amazing freedom of player choice, reactivity, and consequences.

The most startling thing, perhaps, was how eager players were to adopt the turn-based style. Larian obviously adopted the D&D rules as closely as possible, but their top objective was always enjoyment and interaction with the turn-based system.


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