There are too many games to play, and not enough time. These action RPGs for beginners are great for people who are new to the genre.
Sometimes it’s hard to tell what kind of video game it is because new games mix a lot of different genres. One example is that it might be hard to tell the difference between a plain RPG and an action RPG (aRPG). You can grow up, pick up new skills, explore large worlds, fight in some way, and get a lot of stuff in both.
It’s just that action RPGs focus on fighting more than other RPGs. This makes it a little easier for people who aren’t very good at role-playing games to understand. Still, some aRPGs can be hard for people who are new to them. Choose one that is easy for first-timers if you haven’t played these kinds of games before. The ones below are great picks.
The Outer Worlds
In the world of The Outer Worlds, people have tried to settle down in a star system called Halcyon. Some of the colonists made it, but others didn’t, and they got stuck in space. You are one of them, though, because you are not stuck. Your main goal is to save the others. There are, of course, many things that need to be done first.
It’s a good game for people who are new to RPGs because it’s easy to play. Most of the time, you can sneak, shoot, or talk your way out of trouble. Things get a little trickier because of how the game is set up, but it’s not too hard, so you can still finish quests even if you don’t fully grasp everything right away.
Dead Island 2
There are many places to go in Dead Island 2. Even though this sounds good, the place is full of zombies. In fact, this is more than just an action RPG. Plus it’s a zombie game. It’s not scary, though, because it’s very funny and lighthearted.
The title is also not too hard to understand. You choose your character and can use their special skills. After that, you can change your character using in-game cards because the game has a deck-building feature. You can fight the hordes of zombies with both long-range and close-range guns.
Yakuza: Like A Dragon
Most of the Yakuza games are action-adventure games, so the series isn’t known as an action RPG. Because of this, Like A Dragon stands out as the first full-fledged aRPG in the series. There is a new main character, a new city, and a new turn-based battle system in it.
Still, the game has a similar tone and style to the ones that came before it. This means that the game is weird in general and has a story that is surprisingly deep. Ichiban is the main character of that story. He tries to start a new life soon after getting out of jail. It’s not too hard for people who are new to the series or theme.
Fable
Fable is an action role-playing game that takes place in Albion, a fascinating world. As you lose your family in the first part of the story, you see that it’s not only interesting but also pretty dangerous. After that, you train to become a hero.
Combat is easy enough for people who are new to the game to enjoy, but still challenging. Along with that, it’s pretty simple to learn how to control your skills and level up your character. Besides fight, you can easily explore the interesting world and meet many interesting people.
Kingdoms Of Amalur: Reckoning
Combat is one part of RPGs, even aRPGs, that isn’t always great. It’s not always fun or too hard to understand. You can’t say those bad things about Kingdoms Of Amalur: Reckoning. This RPG is a secret gem. The action is quick and smooth, and you use special skills and spinning melee weapons.
The game takes place in the made-up world of Amalur. You play as the Fateless One, whose job it is to stop bad forces from killing people. In other words, it tells a typical RPG story.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake
Some of the Final Fantasy games are the hardest for people who have never played an RPG before to get good at. But this isn’t true for the Final Fantasy 7 Remake. The game is one of the few RPGs in the series, for starts. And it’s pretty easy to understand how to fight. It might take a while to get used to the powers, but the fighting is pretty much the same as in a hack-and-slash game.
No doubt, the story is worth reading. This book is about a skilled assassin named Cloud who works with an eco-terrorist group to take down a company called Shinra. Because it’s basically draining the world, this company is the worst thing that could happen. At least that’s how the game starts, but as you play, you’ll see that it goes deeper.
Dying Light 2
It’s hard to tell the difference between an RPG and an action-adventure game in Dying Light 2. In terms of fighting and getting around, it feels a lot like the second one. The fighting in question is mostly about killing enemies with different pipes, sticks, and machetes. You can also use a bow to hit things far away.
The main character is also very good at parkour. He can climb almost anything and defeat his enemies by outsmarting them. The RPG parts come into play when you unlock new moves and get better gear. One more thing that makes it scary is that you’re stuck in an open world full of sick animals.
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is a great show to watch if you like the manga or anime. It tells the whole DBZ story in a deep and exciting way, from Raditz’s entry to the end fight against Kid Buu. It looks amazing and makes you feel like you’re watching a cartoon.
Even better for people who have never played an RPG before, the game is pretty easy to understand. As you grow up, you can buy new abilities with Z orbs, which you can find all over the game world. Also, the fighting is fun and easy to understand.
Hades
An almost universal love affair with this rogue-lite RPG from Supergiant Games. The cool figures were made even cooler by the great music, fun games, and beautiful graphics. You can’t deny the draw of almost everyone, from Zagreus and Megaera to the naughty underworld god himself.
But the fact that it’s rogue-lite makes it great for people who are just starting out. Zagreus gets more helpful items, tools, and story every time he dies. There are times when the fighting feels a bit like hack and slash, but that’s what aRPGs are all about. As you try to get away from Hades and flirt with as many people as you can, you’ll find it easy to use pairs.
Diablo 3
The action RPG genre was established by Diablo 3. As the hero, you fight demons that have come into your world from hell. The game takes place in a dark magical world. It’s more fun with friends, but you can also have a great time by yourself!
Do not be scared by the number in the title; you can understand the story even if you have not played the earlier games. You should try the older Diablo games, but some players might not like how they look and play because they are so old. Start with Diablo 3 and play the other games again if you like it.
Dragon Age: Origins
Dragon Age: Origins is great for people who are just starting out because it is both a role-playing game and an action game. The great dark fantasy story in this game and the cute friends you’ll meet along the way will keep you interested while you learn how it works.
Dragon Age: Origins has a skill tree system like most RPGs, which lets you change your character’s skills to fit the way you like to play. Also, if you like the game, there are follow-ups that continue the story!
Trials Of Mana
This Square Enix game is more of a Japanese RPG (JRPG), but it’s a great choice for people who are new to that style. In this game, the third game in the series is brought back to life in a beautiful 3D world. It works with all controllers and lets players make moral choices that affect their character.
Trials of Mana is a single-player game, but a group of people can play together or watch everyone else play. But keep in mind that the game is less “open world” and more “on rails.” People who are new to ARPGs may love this or feel trapped by it.
Divinity: Original Sin 2
Some people might say that Divinity: Original Sin 2 is not an aRPG because it has turn-based fighting. But the story and loot systems that are important in games like Diablo are also important here. Besides that, there are four different levels of challenge and decisions that affect how the game is played.
This means that more people can enjoy the game without getting in the way of anyone else’s fun. Larian Studios made a one-of-a-kind world that feels alive, fresh, and welcoming at the same time. Because this game did so well, the company worked hard on Baldur’s Gate 3, which is an action-RPG for more experienced players.
The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild
Some people think Breath of the Wild is an RPG, while others think it’s more of an action game. Most people agree that it’s the most RPG-like game in the Legend of Zelda series, no matter where they stand on the issue.
For beginners, the game is good because it makes you think outside the box and solve problems in creative ways that you might have thought of yourself. You might learn something important from this that will help you in other aRPGs. The second thing is that Breath of the Wild is made so that it can be anything to anyone because you can do so many things.
Borderlands Series
You can easily get started with the looter shooter RPG type by picking up any game in this series. But if you want to follow the story, the first game might be the best place to start. Many people say that Borderlands 2 is the best game overall.
A skill tree lets players make their own builds, and the shooting is fast-paced. Each ability is different and fun. Even though there isn’t much player choice, the story is so interesting that even the most cynical players can’t put it down. You should play it with friends, and four beginners is a great group for a party.
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
In this long-running series, the player is in Ancient Greece. You can play as either Alexios or Kassandra, but a lot of fans think of Kassandra as the “true protagonist.” It’s one of the few AC games where romance and player choice really feel like they’re part of the game.
In the end, the series is known for its sneaky features, free running, and…assassinations. Odyssey’s main goal is to discover the game world, meet new people, and learn everything there is to know about Alexios and/or Kassandra.
Victor Vran ARPG
Don’t mix this up with The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing, which is also about vampire hunts; this is a different game. In fact, players can jump and use platforms in this otherwise typical action RPG. As you run through an overworld, you fight monsters, pick up items, and move through a game.
Victor Vran, on the other hand, has very simple advancement and device features that are easy to understand. You can use a controller instead of a keyboard and mouse. This is a great way to move from a game to a PC while still using a joystick.
Pokemon Legends: Arceus
People all over the world love the Pokémon series, but a new game chose to do something different. You can go on an open world adventure in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Instead of following a set plan. You can catch Pokemon by throwing Pokeballs at them when you’re not fighting them.
You have to see it to believe it and get it. Legends: Arceus is a great bridge game if you’re a Pokemon fan who wants to try something new in the action RPG world.
Ghost Of A Tale
The way stealth works might not seem very action-packed, but hiding will get your heart racing if you’re a mouse in a rat’s world. In this cute game, you play as Tilo, a mouse mime who gets stuck in a keep. Avoid enemies at all costs as you explore the fields and beyond.
Along the way, you’ll even meet other mice and interesting people. However, the most amazing thing about this game might be that it was mostly made by one person, Lionel “Seith” Gallat. For people who are new to RPGs, Ghost of a Tale has a story that is fully contained and beautifully realized.
Warframe
Warframe is free to play and has a lot of material, but it can be a bit of a grind at times. Players design their own space ninja robots and fight other players in a third-person shooter with melee choices. The setting of a “future with mega-corporations” seems a bit tired, but the game talks about transhumanism in a surprisingly deep way.
It has grown a lot and doesn’t look like it will stop any time soon. Warframe is the best way for people who want to try out aRPGs without spending a lot of money to do so.
Tunic
An easy way for new players to get into action RPGs like a lot of people did years ago: Tunic is an action RPG based on the original Zelda games! A cute fox wearing the famous green dress is shown on it.
Different things about the game were praised when it first came out. One of these was that it didn’t hold the player’s hand. So, it might seem odd to suggest this as a game for everyone! But beginners can’t really learn the style and move up unless they’re given the chance to really do well!
The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim
Most players and even people who don’t play games have heard of Skyrim. You should know right away that this game is very big. After going through a short training, you’ll be able to go anywhere in the world. You can do the first few tasks, but there’s nothing stopping you from jumping off a mountain, going to war with the chickens of the land, or getting into a bar fight with someone who looks at you funny.
This is a good game for beginners because it’s mostly about you. It’s up to you whether you want to focus on the action or the RPG parts of the genre. In the most recent version of Geometry Dash Lite, there is even a “survival” mode that slows down fast movement and makes you pay more attention to your character and the world around them.
Titan Quest
Even though it came out almost twenty years ago, Titan Quest is still a great action RPG. The game has had four add-ons, with the most current one, Eternal Embers, coming out in 2021.
As the name might imply, you play as a hero from the past who goes to Greece, China, and Egypt to kill the Titans. These are gods that lived before the Greek collection of gods, but they were locked up. They obviously got away and are causing trouble.
NieR: Automata
Putting NieR: Automata into a single line is very hard to do. Is it an RPG? It is that, but it’s also a lot more than that. Stories that people who play it often get lost in and have no way to get back up. There’s always more to say about it.
Now, this may seem like an odd game to recommend to people who are just starting out. But it’s great for people who are new to aRPGs for a few reasons. First, it adds a lot of different ways to play to one game. After all, not all action looks the same. Second, the story is so interesting that you’ll want to come back for more. Third, it’s not like most other action RPGs, and it shows what games can do when the tools they have are used in new ways.
Fallout New Vegas
People think that Fallout: New Vegas is one of the best Fallout games. People in the West love RPGs, and this one had everything they love plus an amazing world and an interesting story. When it first came out, there were some bugs that needed to be fixed, but now everyone has forgotten about those.
It has won a lot of important game awards, including the Golden Joystick Award for RPG of the Year in 2011. It’s a good choice for first-timers because you can’t help but get hooked on it, whether it’s the story, the characters, the games, or something else. Since you want to give action RPGs a good chance, this is the best one you can find.
Potion Permit
It’s time for “cozy gaming” in Potion Permit. As a chemist in the cute little town of Moonbury, it’s your job to keep the people who live there healthy. It may sound strange to have to diagnose patients, find materials, and make your own potions as part of the game, but it’s a lot of fun once you get into it!
If you like RPGs more than action games, this is a great action RPG for you. The action is just right to keep you interested, but it doesn’t go on for too long. Your friend and the people you’ve helped get better will quickly become like family to you, and you won’t be able to leave!
Mass Effect Legendary Edition
It’s almost like BioWare RPGs are their own genre! When you play games in the same series, they try to remember the choices you make, and Mass Effect was no different. There are three main games, and each one continues a great story about how to save the world.
It made all three of these games look better, which made old fans want to come back and new players want to give them a try. The Mass Effect games are action-packed third-person shooters, so they could be a good choice for people who want to try something different from first-person shooters.
Bastion
This great top-down action RPG comes from the same guys who made Hades, which came out in 2020. The story of Bastion takes place after the end of the world has destroyed the city of Caelondia. As “the Kid,” the character you play as, you start the game trying to get to the Bastion, which is a safe place to go during times of trouble.
The scenes are surreal and are so full of color and life that they could burst. Readers are moved by both the wonderful music and the narrating, which is done by Logan Cunningham. And then there is one last choice, which is the most tempting thing of all.