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Time of India
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Top 5 most underrated RPGs to try in 2025
The RPGs are majorly dominated by games like Elden Dragon, but there are many other exceptional titles that never got the spotlight, and they remained mostly hidden from the world. These titles deliver depth in narrative, creativity, and engaging gameplay. For those who are seeking fresh RPGs for experiences beyond mainstream releases, the following five underrated RPGs will provide them an immersive experience. This article provides a list of the top 5 most underrated RPGs, which are more unique than the mainstream games and provide a unique experience to the players. Best underrated RPGs to tryout in 2025 Here are the following 5 best underrated RPGs from different eras and subgenres: 1. Kingdom Come: Deliverance Kingdom Come: Deliverance - Launch Trailer The game is from 15th-century Bohemia, Kingdom Come: Deliverance stands out for its realism, from its swordplay mechanics to its historically accurate setting. Unlike traditional fantasy RPGs, it focuses on a grounded, immersive experience where choices carry weight. Despite its initial technical flaws, post-launch updates have refined it into one of the most unique open-world RPGs available. 2. Grim Dawn Grim Dawn Release Trailer (Feb 2016) This title is for fans who like action RPGs. The title offers deep character customization with its dual class system and fact based practical storytelling. Though it never reached mainstream success, its dedicated fanbase and expansions prove its lasting appeal. 3. Lost Odyssey Lost Odyssey - Xbox 360 Trailer [High Quality] Game designed by Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi, Lost Odyssey delivers a poignant, character-driven narrative with turn-based combat. Its emotional storytelling and beautifully designed world make it a must-play for JRPG enthusiasts. Limited to the Xbox 360, this game remains tragically underplayed despite its critical acclaim. 4. Tyranny Tyranny - Launch Trailer The game flips the traditional hero's journey by placing players in the role of a villain's enforcer. The game provides ambiguous choices, branching narrative, and unique Bronze Age setting that sets it apart from other CRPGs. Despite its innovative approach, it never gained the recognition it deserved, making it a perfect hidden gem for 2025. 5. Jade Empire Jade Empire: Special Edition trailer The game is a blend of martial arts combat with BioWare's signature storytelling. Jade Empire remains one of the studio's most original works. Its rich world, inspired by Chinese mythology, and engaging morality system make it a standout. Originally an Xbox exclusive, its later re-releases have given it new life, yet it still flies under the radar. These were the above 5 best RPG titles, which are very underrated and deserve a spotlight in 2025.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The 5 Best Easter Eggs to Find in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Sometimes the fun in a game isn't just the play -- it's the hunt for all the references (and anachronisms) you can recognize. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, the popular and critically acclaimed open-world RPG set in medieval Bohemia and sequel to Kingdom Come: Deliverance, takes place in the 15th century and tries to be as historically accurate as it can -- players have to perform menial tasks, ranging from taking a bath to sleeping regularly (to avoid tiring), which can affect stamina and speech. But there are also plenty of contemporary references found in its world. Developer Warhorse Studios has a lot of territory to cover, and it appears it wanted to have a little fun by adding plenty of Easter eggs for players to enjoy. Here are the five best Easter eggs in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. In Elden Ring, there was a famous online player named "Let Me Solo Her," who helped players trying to beat Melania, one of the most difficult bosses in the game. As his name implies, players who summoned Let Me Solo Her to their game were supposed to sit back and let him defeat the boss on his own. Let Me Solo Her defeated Melania more than 2,000 times before he retired. To celebrate the famed player, Warhorse added a skeleton adorned with the player's trademark pot helmet and double swords. You can find it in a forest near the Woodcutter's Camp. In another reference, this time to a FromSoftware game, if you visit the eastern corner of the monastery's graveyard, under a guard tower, you'll be able to find a small fire with a sword buried in it. This references the bonfires found in Dark Souls, which use a sword embedded in a campfire to indicate important waypoints. Bethesda's Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is still considered one of the best RPGs ever. It's also known as the basis of a popular meme spun by a guard who says he used to be an adventurer, but he took an arrow to the knee. When traveling the road to Kuttenberg from Devil's Den in KCD2, players will come across Karel Arrowhead, who unfortunately took an arrow to the head and scoffs at anyone complaining about taking an arrow to the knee. It appears someone at Warhorse Studios is a fan of the One Piece anime. There's a special helmet you can find, Luffy's straw hat, near a giant tree in the woods south of Kuttenberg and past the Charcoal Burners' Camp. It's an equipable item, but offers no real protection and will make players easier to spot by guards. Warhorse once again added a Harry Potter reference in its game as it did with the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance. This time it's a little more elaborate: It's a skeleton in a tree, mounted on a broom with a golden snitch in its mouth. Above the skeleton is a carriage, a reference to Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets when Harry and Ron drove a flying car into a tree. This skeleton can be found west of the Charcoal Burners' camp near Vidlak Pond. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is out now for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series consoles.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
5 Games To Play After Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is a monolithic game that, for many, requires double or triple-digit hours to complete a single playthrough. With two considerable zones to explore, nearly 100 side-quests and activities, and main story missions that take hours to tackle apiece, it's a slog in some spots. You'll likely require a palette cleanser afterward, but a familiar one, and we have the perfect recommendations! Few open-world story-driven experiences compare to Red Dead Redemption 2. I will stand by the Wild West tale as one of the most perfect forms of entertainment. When you think about it (not too deeply), there are a lot of similarities between protagonists Henry and Arthur. They both ride horses, for example, and sometimes, they even fight bandits. But more importantly, it's a tale that sticks with you long after the credits roll—the type of experience you tell your non-gaming parents about at a family dinner. In my opinion, the Kingdom Come: Deliverance series' combat is one of the most challenging aspects. It's frantic, complex, occasionally rewarding, but primarily annoying. That said, if you can't get enough one-on-one combat against the NPC bandits and knights wandering the world of Bohemia in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Mordhau proves an excellent battleground to refine your combat capabilities further. It offers a similar fighting style, with directional-based strikes, and since you're facing real-world players you can grow accustomed to frenzied fighting styles relatively fast. It's the most obvious choice when discussing what to play after Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. If you have the time, finishing up or starting the first game will allow you to better understand the sequel's story, the world of medieval Bohemia, and the characters themselves, many of whom return for the sequel, such as Henry and Sir Hans Capon. All that said, KCD requires a significant investment, as it can take up to 100 hours to finish. I know, I know! Who didn't play the first game before beating the second? Me, it's me. Another title with similar combat, but a bit more depth than Mordhau,is Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, the long-awaited action RPG from TaleWorlds Entertainment. With similar, albeit more forgiving, directional combat, Bannerlord thrusts you into a vast sandbox set in a fictional medieval land full of knights and lords, with trade caravans to raid and men and women to woo. It's the type of open-world experience that doesn't hold your hand, allowing you to craft a story and rise to legendary status. If you enjoy a game like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 because of its setting more than its gameplay, then Crusader Kings 3 offers a revisionist take on the medieval ages. You choose your noble house, build a dynasty, form alliances, gather troops, and send them to raid or conquer your neighbors, while making decisions in pop-up events that change the course of your life and your family. It's the perfect medieval game for those who prefer medieval times' strategy, romance, and politics more than the nitty-gritty Come: Deliverance 2 launched February 4 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. It is a direct sequel to the first game, continuing the story of Henry as he explores Bohemia, finding his path in life following the devastation of his village. . For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Embracer misses quarterly profit forecast on higher costs, weak box office
By Jesus Calero (Reuters) - Swedish games developer Embracer's third-quarter operating profit came below market expectations on Thursday, as higher user acquisition costs in mobile games and weaker-than-expected box office performance weighed on results. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT Embracer, like other gaming groups, benefited from growing demand for video games during COVID-19 lockdowns, but has since been hit by development delays, falling demand and poor reception for some of its new titles. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. In recent years, Embracer has begun to divest some of its studios as part of restructuring efforts aimed at reducing costs and managing debt, and is charting a new course by splitting into three publicly traded entities. The Swedish group owns more than a hundred studios worldwide and is known for popular game franchises, such as Tomb Raider, The Lord of the Rings and Kingdom Come: Deliverance. KEY QUOTES "The industry is still in a consolidation phase where there are layoffs driven by lack of capital and new technology tools in efficiency progress... We will make sure we are adapting to the changes in the industry and consumer demands," CEO Lars Wingefors told Reuters. "Delays are always part of the industry, and we will give (games) more time if needed. For 'Kingdom Come: Deliverance II', for example, we delayed from releasing in November to now in February, and I think that three months gave a much more polished, bug-free experience for players", Wingefors added. BY THE NUMBERS The owner of the Tomb Raider franchise said its adjusted operating profit fell 11% to 1.18 billion Swedish crowns ($109.05 million) in the quarter through December, lagging analysts' forecast of 1.73 billion crowns seen in a company-provided consensus. Embracer's PC/Console games segment fell 23% to 2.6 billion crowns from 3.38 billion a year ago. Looking into the upcoming three financial years, Embracer said it has 10 AAA games under development, of which eight are from internal studios and two from external studios. ($1 = 10.8210 Swedish crowns)
Reuters
13-02-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Embracer misses quarterly profit forecast on higher costs, weak box office
Feb 13 (Reuters) - Swedish games developer Embracer's ( opens new tab third-quarter operating profit came below market expectations on Thursday, as higher user acquisition costs in mobile games and weaker-than-expected box office performance weighed on results. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT Embracer, like other gaming groups, benefited from growing demand for video games during COVID-19 lockdowns, but has since been hit by development delays, falling demand and poor reception for some of its new titles. In recent years, Embracer has begun to divest some of its studios as part of restructuring efforts aimed at reducing costs and managing debt, and is charting a new course by splitting into three publicly traded entities. The Swedish group owns more than a hundred studios worldwide and is known for popular game franchises, such as Tomb Raider, The Lord of the Rings and Kingdom Come: Deliverance. KEY QUOTES "The industry is still in a consolidation phase where there are layoffs driven by lack of capital and new technology tools in efficiency progress... We will make sure we are adapting to the changes in the industry and consumer demands," CEO Lars Wingefors told Reuters. "Delays are always part of the industry, and we will give (games) more time if needed. For 'Kingdom Come: Deliverance II', for example, we delayed from releasing in November to now in February, and I think that three months gave a much more polished, bug-free experience for players", Wingefors added. BY THE NUMBERS The owner of the Tomb Raider franchise said its adjusted operating profit fell 11% to 1.18 billion Swedish crowns ($109.05 million) in the quarter through December, lagging analysts' forecast of 1.73 billion crowns seen in a company-provided consensus, opens new tab. Embracer's PC/Console games segment fell 23% to 2.6 billion crowns from 3.38 billion a year ago. Looking into the upcoming three financial years, Embracer said it has 10 AAA games under development, of which eight are from internal studios and two from external studios. ($1 = 10.8210 Swedish crowns)
