The Best RPGs Of 2025 According To Metacritic - GameSpot

Best RPGs of 2025 According to Metacritic: Remakes Rule, New Classics Emerge

2025 delivered a stacked RPG lineup spanning sweeping remasters, bold sequels, and inventive indies. According to Metacritic, remakes and remasters dominated the year’s highest-rated releases, while several fresh standouts broke through. Here are the top-rated RPGs of 2025 (Metascores as of December 12).

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Metascore: 92): A revitalizing, stylish RPG with a unique setting and powerful performances.
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (88): Deeply immersive historical sim-RPG with personal yet expansive storytelling.
• Monster Hunter Wilds (88): Streamlined hunting and crafting in a blockbuster evolution of the series.
• Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter (88): Faithful yet modernized entry point with reworked combat and QoL upgrades.
• Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles (88): Timeless tactical depth, rich Job system, and gorgeous pixel art.
• Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (87): Smart remaster with visual upgrades, gameplay revisions, and huge content.
• Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker (86): A value-packed expansion that amplifies the original’s challenge and charm.
• Deltarune (86): Surprising narrative turns, inventive gameplay, and a killer soundtrack in new chapters.
• Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (86): Dice-driven survival, tense choices, and gripping roleplay on the run.
• The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy (85): Stylish blend of rich storytelling and deep tactical strategy.
• Dragon Quest I & II HD Remake (84): HD-2D nostalgia with thoughtful modern conveniences and touching narrative tweaks.
• Keep Driving (84): Road-trip RPG-management with retro pixel flair and inventive turn-based encounters.
• Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster (84): Risk-reward battling, smarter QoL, and compelling systems return.
• Quartet (84): Retro-inspired JRPG charm with vibrant pixel art and satisfying combat.
• The Outer Worlds 2 (83): Sharp, comedic sci-fi RPG packed with personality and timely satire.
• Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack (83): All three Ryza adventures plus a mountain of extras and improvements.
• Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar (83): Cozy remake that refreshes old-school farming with smart tweaks and updated visuals.
• Off (83): Surreal cult classic reborn with improved battles, new bosses, and a fresh soundtrack.
• Crown Gambit (82): Gritty, gorgeous tactics where high stakes and shocking twists keep you on edge.
• Tales of Grace f Remastered (82): Definitive version with sharper visuals, heavy QoL updates, and extensive DLC.
• Back to the Dawn (81): Prison-break social-RPG where planning, alliances, and timing decide your fate.
• Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (81): Comfort-food RPG-meets-farming with vibrant visuals and elemental power.
• SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered (81): HD glow-up with meaty systems, political drama, and new story content.
• Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars (81): Classic JRPGs elevated with HD sprites, enhanced audio, and modern QoL.
• Disgaea 7 Complete (80): Maxed-out remaster with all DLC and a new episode for over-the-top tactics.
• Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (80): Wholesome farming-adventure with surprisingly deep job grinding.
• Avowed (80): Obsidian’s fantasy-first approach to melee and magic, with sparks of levity.
• Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & The Envisioned Land (80): Bigger alchemy, flexible Synthesis, and a darker story.
• Tales of Xillia Remastered (80): Fan favorite refined with exciting combat, quirky cast, and QoL polish.
• Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon (80): Dark Arthurian reimagining with satisfying first-person combat and mature storytelling.
• The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (80): Visual upgrades meet endearing jank in a sprawling, still-magical classic.

Trend watch: 2025’s Metacritic leaders were dominated by remakes and remasters, but new highlights like Clair Obscur, Monster Hunter Wilds, and The Outer Worlds 2 proved there’s still ample room for fresh voices. Whether you crave tactical depth, sweeping open worlds, or inventive indie twists, this list delivers the year’s can’t-miss RPGs.

Source: https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/the-best-rpgs-of-2025-according-to-metacritic/2900-7301/