Chrono Trigger

Why recommended

• Features a sprawling narrative with multiple interwoven character arcs and a truly memorable villain, fulfilling the 'Strong Story' criteria.
• Criteria - Deep 'RPG Elements' are present through character leveling, espers for magic learning, and customizable equipment, allowing for diverse party builds.
• The 'Adventure' aspect is central, with a vast world to explore, airships for travel, and numerous side quests that encourage discovery and engagement with the lore.

Why recommended

• Each of the eight protagonists has a distinct and engaging 'Strong Story' that unfolds through chapters, allowing players to experience multiple narrative perspectives.
• Criteria - Robust 'RPG Elements' include character leveling, a job system for deep customization of skills and stats, and strategic turn-based combat.
• The game is an 'Adventure' at its core, encouraging exploration of a beautiful pixel-art world, discovering hidden towns, dungeons, and secrets.

Why recommended

• The game is explicitly designed around a 'Strong Story' with a new hero, Rook, leading a diverse cast of companions through a significant narrative arc.
• Criteria - As an RPG, it will feature extensive 'RPG Elements' including character progression, skill trees, and party customization, central to the Dragon Age series.
• The core gameplay loop involves 'Adventure' through a fantasy world, exploring new areas, uncovering lore, and engaging in quests that drive the story forward.

Why recommended

• The game features a 'Strong Story' set in a post-apocalyptic world where players uncover mysteries and interact with a cast of characters to rebuild society.
• Criteria - Extensive 'RPG Elements' are present, including character leveling, weapon progression, and a deep combat system that allows for varied playstyles.
• Exploration and discovery are key to the 'Adventure' aspect, with a vast world to traverse and secrets to uncover, driving player engagement through its narrative and environment.