Be a Powerful Mage
Thanks to famous fantasy-themed books and movies such as “Harry Potter” and “Lord of the Rings”, we have always daydreamed of being whisked away from our ordinary boring lives into another dimension filled with magic and adventure where we discovered our destiny as the chosen one of the land and are gifted with the power to manipulate forces of magic.
While we awaited our letter from Hogwarts, we could pass the time by checking out a list of the best games within the fantasy genre where we can satisfy our dreams of having mystical powers.
15. Magicka 2
Magicka 2 - Release Date Trailer
Many years have passed since the events of the first Magicka game in 2011. In Magicka 2, new forces of evil have risen to threaten this Norse-mythology based fantasy world. You, as the Wizard, must come out of retirement for another fun and chaotically hilarious co-op adventure.
You and your wizard comrades will explore the land of Midgard, fight Goblins and Orcs and do their best not to kill each other in the crossfire, just to save the life of a prophesied child. But no pressure, for you, will be guided by your tutor, Vlad who is definitely, NOT a vampire! Bleeigh!
What Makes “Magicka 2” Awesome?
- A combination of aggressive enemy mobs and friendly fire amongst teammates results in utter chaos and pure fun.
- Are you “forever alone”? Have you no friends to play with? Not a problem, thanks to easy co-op opportunities.
- Streamlined combat mechanics: creating your own offensive and defensive spells.
Unison Raid (like in Fairy Tail): Crossing magical beams of destructive energies to form a stronger, more powerful blast is one the more fun aspects of the game.
Are your teammates annoying you? Or are they just in your way of slaying an enemy? Just blow them up now and revive them later.
14. Mages of Mystralia
Mages of Mystralia Gameplay Trailer - E3 2016
You, the player, will star as a young exiled mage and must traverse through the beautiful kingdom of Mystralia to master the powers of magic at your fingertips. During your journey, you will meet other fellow mages and invent amazing new spells through the study of runes and use them to kick the collective butt of your enemies or to solve puzzles that only a smart mage like you can crack.
What makes “Mages of Mystralia” Awesome?
- Very enjoyable and unique taste in the game mechanic of magic spells-crafting
- The game art style is relatively simple yet attractively colourful, reminiscent of the Legend of Zelda games.
- What’s a good game without a good soundtrack? Like the rest of the game, the soundtrack can shift from a sweet tune to an epic, badass one made for butt-kicking enemy bosses.
The knowledge of runes: Crafting spells to suit your preferred gameplay.
The game is charmingly beautiful and rustic but packs an explosive punch!
13. Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Official Trailer
As the 5th and most popular installation to the Elder Scrolls game franchise, it has everything an explorer of fantasy worlds want. Open world exploration, magic powers, medieval weapons, dragons and prophecies. In short, it is the classic hero story of the chosen one being tasked to save the world from a dragon but having to go through various trials to fulfil his destiny!
What makes “Skyrim” awesome?
- You can customise your play-style with its vast choice of weapons, armour and magic spells.
- The visuals in the game are so beautiful that you can weep with wonder as your character stands atop a mountain overlooking a glorious landscape.
- You can improve your Skyrim experience by using mods on the game by either adding new content or changing some of the existing content.
I used to be alive but I took an arrow to the face.
What’s better than being a pure warrior or mage? Being both at the same time!!!
12. Elder Scrolls Online
The Elder Scrolls Online - Official E3 2018 Trailer
Most new gamers tend to get confused between “Skyrim” and “Elder Scrolls Online”. After all, they are both set in the continent of Tamriel. However, Elder Scrolls Online is an MMORPG where you will be playing with other gamers. Like other such games, you will choose a race and class to play as, join a political faction, take on quests and challenge bosses in dungeons.
What makes “Elder Scrolls Online” awesome?
- The combat aspect of the game is rather polished and placed a solid emphasis on skills.
- Ever felt left out because your friends have a much higher level MMO character than yours? Fortunately, the levelling system keeps your characters scaled accordingly so that you can quest together without any negative impact on your EXP gains.
- There is a PvP mode called Alliance War where your faction will engage with other groups in an all-out war! This could last for days!!
Have fun customizing your own Elder Scrolls avatar
Oh yeah, you and what army?
11. Wizard of Legend
Wizard of Legend Announcement Trailer
Wizard of Legend stood out from the other fantasy games in this list, as a rogue-like, 2D game with a pixel art style. Here, you are participating in the Chaos Trials as a magical contestant. Blast your way through the dungeons while building your arsenal by collecting new spells and relics that are scattered everywhere. Show no mercy to anyone until you win the title as the “Wizard of Legend”!
What makes “Wizard of Legend” awesome?
- It has fast-paced and dynamic gameplay that keeps you on your toes.
- You have a huge array of magic spells which can be chained together in destructive combos.
- You may be a wizard but your combat style will make you feel like a flashy martial artist with mystical powers.
Superhero landing: Bad for your knees (and also, your enemies!)
Master these spells!
10. Final Fantasy 14
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn - PS4 Trailer
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn - PS4 Trailer
The latest installation to the legendary Final Fantasy series, Final Fantasy 14’s initial launch in 2010 was an epic crash and burn. However, despite this fiasco, Final Fantasy 14 now titled in full as Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn has re-launched in its full glory and welcomed back by its fans with open arms. As an MMORPG, you star as an adventurer In Eorzea region and spent your time exploring it, learning about its inhabitants and unravelling its secrets.
What makes “Final Fantasy 14” awesome?
- It has a dynamic storyline that keeps gamers glued to their screens in fascination. Skipping the cut scenes is not recommended!!
- There are 20 different classes and jobs to choose from, and they all can be used on a single character. Just swap between classes by choosing a weapon of a class.
- Apart from standard MMO gameplay like questing and crafting, there are other fun activities such as “Chocobo Racing”
Embark on fantastic adventures in any class of your choice
How about a more relaxing activity like tending to your plants?
9. World of Warcraft
World of Warcraft Gameplay Trailer 2004 e3
The “World of Warcraft” online sensation was released in 2004. More than a decade later, it is still one of the most popular MMORPGs and has become a huge extension of geek culture. You will play as one of the many fantasy races in Azeroth, ranging from the tough Gnomes to the fierce Orcs, and EITHER, side with one of the two warring factions, the Alliance and the Horde OR struck on your own as a neutral character. Explore this vast world, uncover its secrets and befriend your fellow players!
What makes “World of Warcraft” awesome?
- It will NEVER get boring as there is so much to explore and so many quests to complete. The addition of regular expansions and updates to the story will ensure that the game is virtually unlimited in terms of content.
- Creating your own character and choosing your preferred class to suit your gameplay and personality.
- Making new friends with other gamers while questing or participating in boss raids.
What’s better than having a mount? Getting to customise it to look epic!
Every race in the World of Warcraft is unique and has different lore and backstory.
8. Dragon Age: Inquisition
Dragon Age: Inquisition - Combat Trailer
As the 3rd role-playing game in the famous Dragon Age franchise, Dragon Age: Inquisition is also set in the land of Thedas. War has broken out between two factions followed by a demonic invasion. As the “chosen one”, you, the Inquisitor must rally your companions to stop an ancient evil that threatens the land while bringing peace to stop the civil war in Thedas.
What makes “Dragon Age: Inquisition” Awesome?
- The world in the game is massive, extremely detailed and magnificently beautiful. The exploration and clearing of one region alone could take hours of interesting gameplay. So take your time!
- Two combat modes are available; one where you need to strategize and the other where you and your party will charge in with the subtlety of a bull
- Long-time fans of the franchise would be captivated by the lore of the Inquisition.
Use strategy to control your party.
Face off against these mystical fire-breathing beasts!
7. Black Desert Online
Black Desert Online - Official Steam Launch Trailer
This Korean game was set in an epic fantasy, open world which feels almost alive as you journey through it. You will start by creating a cool avatar from one of the many classes and join an amazing online adventure where you can fight giant monsters, engage in sieges warfare, duel with other players in PvP or even take a break from all that fighting by trying other more peaceful activities like fishing and cooking.
What makes “Black Desert Online” awesome?
- This game has amazingly beautiful graphics and visuals!
- The “Sandbox” aspect of the game allows you to interact with the game environment which has an interesting weather system that will affect the entire world.
- Character and class customisation in the game is extremely detailed and appealing!
Slaying monsters and looking awesome!
Every skill of every class shares very high levels of impact and intensity in combat gameplay that you can feel through your screens!
6. Baldur’s Gate 2: Enhanced Edition
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition - Gameplay Trailer
The original Baldur Gate game in 1988 was revered as a standard that future generations of RPGs could look up too, while its sequel, Baldur Gate II, a decade later was also a success in its own right. As a remastered version of such classics, this game shows its ability to compete with modern games of the same genre.
What makes “Baldur’s Gate 2: Enhanced Edition” awesome?
- The story elements of the game hold up well.
- Customising your character the retro way by writing out a character card like Dungeon-and-Dragons table-top games.
- Despite having the untapped powers of a god, your main character can still die easily if played carelessly. Therefore, you must use careful planning and strategy during gameplay.
Create and customise your own characters, D&D style.
Immerse yourself in the past glory of an old-school game!
5. Diablo III
Diablo III: Gameplay Trailer
As the 3rd dungeon-crawler game in this famous series, Diablo III has big shoes to fill after the successes of the first two games. Like previous games, in the world of Sanctuary, you will pick to play one of the character classes to hack-and-slash through Hell to defeat Diablo, the Lord of Terror. You will be accompanied by one of your trusty NPC allies who will help you according to their unique skillsets.
What makes “Diablo III” awesome?
- The 7 character classes are each unique; plus Blizzard has made positive upgrades have to these classes to improve their gameplay.
- For a game where you fight demons, the combat mechanics work beautifully. You can feel your character’s raw power as they tear through enemy monsters like limb pasta.
- There is a raw sense of simplicity in farming and grinding for loot. This makes it easy to return to the game after a long break of not playing.
Equipped your character…
And lay waste to these monsters!!!
4. Path of Exile
PATH OF EXILE Gameplay Trailer (2018)
As an online action RPG set in a dark and gritty fantasy world, the Path of Exile is definitely as brutal and bloody as they come, as you seek vengeance against the enemies in who made you an Exile. Unlike other action RPGs, items and skills are one and the same in this game. Explore the nightmarish landscape of Wraeclast and gather these items to unlock your full potential!
What makes “Path of Exile” awesome?
- This game is a rare gem in the sense that players are not able to pay real money in an attempt to gain an advantage over others.
- Your ability to customise and build your character is only limited by your creativity.
- For a gritty, hack-and-slash game, the game is surprisingly intricate and skill-based.
Bring about vengeance upon those who wronged you!
Your items will determine how powerful you can become.
3. Guild Wars 2
What is Guild Wars 2
At first glance, you might dismiss Guild Wars 2 as the standard RPG where you create a character and go questing. Closer observation will show that this game is seeking to break the usual rules. Upon creating a character, you will find that the game’s storyline feels almost sentient to your actions as you traverse through the realm of Tyria. In short, it will feel as if you are leading the game rather than following the game’s set programming.
What makes “Guild Wars 2” awesome?
- Creating your character by creating their backstory is a unique twist in this aspect of RPGs.
- A refreshing change from traditional RPGs as there are no classes like “tank”, “healer” or “damage”. This allows for a more flexible game character like a ‘Jack of all trades’.
- Combat mechanics in Guild Wars 2 allow rapid and mobile movements for the gamers to circle the enemy rather than fight them toe-to-toe.
Remember, your actions have consequences!
In-depth character design
2. Divinity: Original Sins 2
Divinity: Original Sin 2 – Gameplay Overview Trailer | PS4
This game as the 2nd instalment to the 1st Divinity: Original Sins game stands out in this list but not only for the turn-based nature of its combat system. It feels like a love child of the old Dungeons and Dragons table-top games and Final Fantasy.
Like other RPGs, you will first create your own customised avatar with a backstory and form a party of other diverse characters who will accompany you as you explore this open-world game.
What makes “Divinity: Original Sins 2” awesome?
- The turn-based combat mechanic will require players to think tactically, even allowing you to turn your environment to your advantage in a battle.
- The concept of choice will influence your character story in the game. Even your chosen backstory for your character when creating him/her or the skills that you customized for your character.
- Gamers obsessed with lengthy stories will find this game very engaging.
Caution! A shocking death is a mere one step away!
Unlike the first game, you can create an “Undead” race as your character.
1. Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen PC Trailer
In Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen, you as the Arisen, will be going off for another grand adventure in a whole new open-world after creating your character based from the provided classes. You are accompanied by 3 A.I-controlled teammates, known in-game as “pawns”. These pawns will fight alongside you but will carry out your errands if commanded.
What makes “Dragon’s Dogma Dark Arisen” awesome?
- The “Pawns” AI system is rather fascinating and fun; you can tweak with your pawns and watch how they mature throughout the game. You can even share your pawns with other players.
- This game has one of the best combat systems of its genre. Regardless of your chosen class, combat animations are delightful to watch. Sword strikes feel heavy and powerful while magic attacks are stylish and flashy!
- You can switch your class during the game if you are bored with your previous choice.
Go questing with your pawns, but be sure to treat them well!
In chess, pawns go first. Except that this is not chess.
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