The Best Rpg classic old-school Games for Nintendo Switch

Update, : Drova - Forsaken Kin added at rank #28.
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Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous (2021)

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Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous is a classic party-based cRPG developed by Owlcat Games. Take part in a century-long conflict between mortals, demons and other celestial parties and save the region of Mendev or even the entirety of Golarion. Unlock tremendous Mythic powers to set in motion a chain of events that has a chance to end this conflict once and for all.

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Pros:
  • Over 1000 spells
  • Feats and abilities to choose from
  • Flexible difficulty settings
  • Extensive character customization
  • Mounted combat
  • Streamlined Kingdom Management system
  • Turn-based tactical mode for armies
Cons:
  • Character creation can be overwhelming
  • Kingmaker's infamous insta-death events still exist
  • Tactical battles feel bare-bones compared to other systems

  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • tabletop
  • isometric
  • demons
  • fantasy
  • real-time
  • combat
  • classic
  • old-school
  • dungeon
  • choices
  • dragon
  • tactical
  • battle

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ATOM RPG: Post-apocalyptic indie game (2021)

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Linux series s series x Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS

Atom RPG is an old school post-apocalyptic game set in Russia. The character creation is reminiscent of games like Fallout, with skills, stats and traits that affect the game's difficulty. Combat is turn-based and action point based, while crafting gives players the chance to create objects using various pieces of rubbish found in the wasteland. There are plenty of NPCs with their own stories, as well as a main storyline to follow.

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Pros:
  • Rich character customization options
  • Turn-based combat system
  • Variety of NPCs with stories
  • Crafting system based on scavenging for resources
  • Main storyline and side quests
Cons:
  • Aiming at body parts rarely has an effect
  • Speechcraft skills are essential for success in some situations
  • Some NPCs have more personality than others

  • rpg
  • post-apocalyptic
  • turn-based
  • old-school
  • isometric
  • atom
  • classic
  • survival
  • combat

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Tower of Time (2018)

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PC Windows Linux Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

Tower of Time is a story-rich dungeon crawler with innovative real time combat. Set in the world of Artaria, you play as an anonymous character who has no name and seemingly little history. Explore the Tower with your party, discover various narrative threads that tie back to the present and foreshadow the future. With RPG tropes such as upgrading buildings to level up your heroes, finding blueprints and crafting special equipment also included, Tower of Time offers an incredibly varied gaming experience.

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Pros:
  • Innovative real time combat system
  • Story-rich narrative
  • Varied team members with unique skills
  • Deep exploration encourages full discovery
  • RPG tropes included
Cons:
  • Occasional graphical hitches
  • No shortcut to select all heroes at once

  • rpg
  • real-time
  • pause
  • combat
  • dungeon-crawler
  • tactical
  • story
  • old-school
  • classic
  • strategy
  • battle
  • exploration
  • fight

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Pillars of Eternity (2015)

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Linux Xbox One Mac OS PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

Pillars of Eternity is an RPG homage to classic titles like Baldur's Gate, played from an isometric perspective. You explore a richly detailed dioramas, engage in conversations with town folk, and battle through all kinds of fantastical monsters as a Watcher - a person able to "read" souls. Make moral choices against a backdrop of a fantasy world gone mad and create your own character with the Deceptively deep creation suite.


Pros:
  • Complicated moral choices
  • Engaging writing & voice acting
  • Deep character creation suite
  • Smart mapping of controls for easy combat commands
  • Over forty hours of excellent RPG gameplay
Cons:
  • Frame stutters in dense environments
  • Characters can be difficult to locate on screen when playing in handheld mode

  • rpg
  • isometric
  • old-school
  • dungeon
  • pause
  • combat
  • fantasy

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Quest for Infamy (2014)

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PC Windows Linux Mac OS Nintendo Switch Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Quest for Infamy is a humorous and nostalgic point-and-click adventure game with a twist - you get to play the charming villain. Choose from three different characters, each with their own storylines, and become the bad guy who cheats, lies, and steals your way through multiple endings. With hand-drawn graphics and customizable spells, skills, and adventures, this game gives you the ultimate retro RPG experience that has never felt so good!

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Pros:
  • Humorous dialogue with great writing and exploration
  • Modernized old school adventure games with good story, quests, and humor
  • End game achievements accessible to any character class
  • Huge open world with good animations and decent voice acting
  • Wonderful homage to Sierra On-Line games and perfect for fans of the point & click genre
Cons:
  • Frustrating design issues
  • Occasional offensive humor
  • Some puzzles require arbitrary actions to be triggered
  • Combat system is repetitive and lackluster with simple mechanics

  • adventure
  • rpg
  • point-and-click
  • puzzle
  • villain
  • classic
  • old-school
  • stealth
  • fantasy
  • picaresque
  • funny
  • hand-drawn
  • local
  • combat
  • fight

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Divinity: Original Sin 2 (2017)

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Android Nintendo Switch Mac OS PC Windows Xbox One IOS iPhone

Divinity: Original Sin 2 is the latest title from Larian Studios, a classic CRPG that offers a grand freedom and vicious punishment. With five races, 14 classes and plenty of personalization choices, the game presents an interesting character creator and Tag system to truly make your experience unique. You can explore many different quests with multiple solutions, while engaging in systemic turn-based combat with skill combos.

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Pros:
  • Unique character creator
  • Tag system for feedback on character role-playing
  • Dynamic quest structure with multiple solutions
  • Systemic turn-based combat with skill combos
  • Beautiful graphics and soundtrack
Cons:
  • Difficulty spikes in certain encounters
  • Wall of content for new players

  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • combat
  • fantasy
  • cooperative
  • battle
  • isometric

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Evoland Legendary Edition (2019)

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Linux Mac OS PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One

Evoland Legendary Edition brings you two great and unique RPGs, with their graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through the game!

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  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • adventure
  • dungeon
  • classic

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Vaporum: Lockdown (2020)

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Experience the danger and secrets of the steampunk world as Ellie Teller in Vaporum: Lockdown. With challenging combat, puzzle-solving, and RPG-style upgrades, immerse yourself in the intriguing world of the tower of Arx Vaporum. Uncover hidden secrets, unique enemies, and thrilling adventures in this first-person game. Are you ready to escape and survive?

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Pros:
  • Fun and rewarding gameplay with dynamic combat and exploration
  • Simple skill tree system that allows for unique builds
  • Engaging story with interesting collectibles
  • Accessible to players unfamiliar with the genre
  • Great style and graphics
Cons:
  • Puzzles can become tedious and repetitive
  • Boss fights can be long and dissatisfying
  • Use of present-day language clashes with the game's historical setting
  • Character progression options can feel experimental and not worth investing in

  • dungeon-crawler
  • steampunk
  • grid
  • rpg
  • old-school
  • gadget
  • real-time
  • reflexes
  • puzzle
  • tactical

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Noob - The Factionless (2021)

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Mac OS PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Lead a team of adventurers to the highest rank of all guilds!

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  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • collector
  • creature
  • mmo
  • magic
  • old-school
  • multiplayer
  • strategy
  • story
  • retro

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Mega Man 11 (2018)

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Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One PC Windows

Mega Man 11 is the long-awaited sequel to the classic 8-bit series. With an updated visual and accessible gameplay, you can enjoy a story of rivalry between Dr. Light and Dr. Wily, challenging levels and memorable bosses, while using the new Double Gear System to slow down time and increase your power.


Pros:
  • Accessible for fans and newcomers alike
  • Updated visuals
  • Story of rivalry between Drs Light & Wily
  • Adjustable difficulty level
  • New Double Gear System
Cons:
  • Might be too easy for hardcore fans
  • Difficulty increases with levels
  • Short circuit consequences when overusing Double Gear System

  • boss
  • platform
  • robots
  • classic
  • retro
  • boss-fight
  • battle
  • difficult
  • action
  • card
  • old-school
  • rpg

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