Best RPG of 2021 - Article
by Chinh Tran , posted on 13 January 2022 / 4,295 Views
If you were a fan of RPG Games in 2021, you definitely wanted to own a Nintendo Switch. Three of the four shortlisted games are console exclusive to Nintendo's hybrid system, each offering a rich RPG experience at home or on the go. Bravely Default II continued the series' run of strong games dating back to 2012; Monster Hunter Rise again proved that Capcom has a wildly enjoyable RPG series on its hands that can consistently top lists and the charts; Shin Megami Tensei V took players through a demon-fusing adventure with new abilities; then finally there was Tales of Arise, which was yet another strong entry in the long-running RPG series and, for many, it's best so far.
The Shortlist:
Bravely Default II
Monster Hunter Rise
Shin Megami Tensei V
Tales of Arise
The Winner:
Tales of Arise
Runner-up: Monster Hunter Rise
Even though the Nintendo Switch was well represented with RPG games in 2021, it was the one title that wasn't available on Nintendo's platform that won it all. Throughout the years, Bandai Namco has shown time and again that it knows how to make its long-running series remain relevant. That was once again proven in 2021 by Tales of Arise, which boasts an exciting combat system, stylish art, and epic story. Thanks to these elements and more, Tales of Arise is the Best RPG of 2021.
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"Shin Megami Tensei V, also by Capcom" You sure about that? :P
Hahaha I didn’t notice that. Great pick-up.
There were rumors about Sega being acquired last year but I doubt Capcom could afford them lol
Thanks for fixing it. It's nice to see that each nominee is from a different Japanese publisher.
Damn, suprised Arise took it when it was up against Rise, but happy to see it. Due to circumstances I've only gotten around to playing Arise now, but loving it so far.
this was the strongest category of games.
I heard from many people now that the combat system of Tales of Arise shall be very good. I might give it a try, though I haven't played any Tales of game so far. Bravely Default II was actually my most disappointing game of 2021.
So glad Tales of Arise won this one! Fantastic game!
Arise and claim your prize!
If they had called it Monster Hunter arise it would have been a tie
I liked Arise a lot but SMTV IMO is the better RPG.
I thought Monster Hunter Stories 2 was the RPG version of Monster Hunter?
Watching Rise lose to Arise again still stings, the latter has been a pretty disappointing experience so far.
I voted for Monster Hunter Rise, but at least it's runner-up.
