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Role-playing games, or as known as RPGs, are a huge deal in the gaming community. The gaming Juggernaut Nintendo has a reputation for publishing some of the best RPGs in the scene. So it is not surprising that Nintendo Switch has one of the finest RPG libraries, among other consoles. 

RPG Titles such as Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Chrono-Trigger are considered some of the most influential series in gaming history. The RPG, as a genre, defines all the impressive aspects of the medium. As these games feature glorious music, action, gameplay, and an in-depth story with impressive character progression. 

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Top 5 RPGs on Nintendo Switch

So without further ado, here’s a list of some of the best old and upcoming RPGs on Nintendo Switch. 

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5. Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is a phenomenal game. It combines the iconic characters from both franchises in an RPG setting. With its fantastic Turn-based combat systems and strategic elements akin to games like Xcom and Fire emblem.

This game is one of the best re-imagings of the classic Mario games. 

#4 Fire Emblem Three Houses 

Being one of the OG strategic RPG franchises, Fire Emblem has a big following and influence on the community. And the latest installment “Three Houses” was worthy in every possible manner to be the franchise’s representative in the Nintendo Switch console.

From a spectacular battle system to a moving storyline, the game is amazing. And the intense replay value of the game is just cherry on the top. 

#3 Persona 5 Royal

Atlus’s Magnum opus series Persona is a well-known name in the gaming community. Especially, the RPG fans adore the series as the games mixed great life simulator elements with a fun and engaging turn-based RPG.

Persona 5 Royal is currently the epitome of the franchise. The game brings to the table all the positives of the previous game and more. From an engaging story to buckets full of style, this game has it all. 

#2 Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

The newest addition to the Worldwide phenomenal franchise Pokemon to the Nintendo Switch console. The games are the 9th generation installments of the Pokemon franchise. Massive hype and anticipation are correlated with the launch of the games.

As these new two installments promise, to bring some brand new features and additions to the classic formula.  

#1 Dragon Quest 11 S: Echoes of an Elusive age

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Dragon Quest as a series is considered the grandad of all the modern JRPGs. The games in the DQ series define the whole RPG genre. The latest installment of the series Dragon Quest 11 is no less than a phenomenon among the RPG fans of Japan and the world.

The game innovated classic RPG features to suit the modern user’s taste. From an amazing art style by the legendary Akira Toriyama mixed with a beautiful story and fun gameplay, make Dragon Quest 11 one of the best RPGs on the console. 

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