Toukiden: Kiwami

Why recommended

• Features a core gameplay loop of hunting massive, unique monsters with diverse weapon types and customizable loadouts, much like Toukiden's Oni hunting.
• Criteria — RPG Elements are central, with deep character progression, skill trees, and extensive weapon/armor crafting and upgrading systems.
• Criteria — Strong Story driven by a post-apocalyptic narrative, named characters with developing arcs, and explicit plot progression that unfolds as you undertake missions.

Why recommended

• Engages players in epic battles against colossal creatures, requiring strategic preparation, environmental awareness, and mastery of varied weapon styles, akin to Toukiden's boss encounters.
• Criteria — Adventure is a core component, with sprawling, interconnected maps to explore, hidden secrets, and resource gathering that forms a significant part of the gameplay loop.
• Criteria — RPG Elements are deeply integrated through extensive gear crafting, skill customization via decorations and armor sets, and character progression tied to hunter rank.

Why recommended

• Features intense, challenging action combat against mythical creatures and powerful foes, requiring skill and timing similar to Toukiden's demanding boss fights.
• Criteria — RPG Elements are present through character progression, ability upgrades, and customization of equipment to enhance combat effectiveness.
• Criteria — Adventure is inherent in the journey through a fantastical world inspired by Journey to the West, filled with exploration, discovery, and narrative progression.

Why recommended

• Criteria — Strong Story is a hallmark of the Dragon Age series, featuring complex characters, branching dialogue, and a narrative that adapts to player choices.
• Criteria — RPG Elements are extensive, including detailed character creation, skill trees, party management, and loot systems for customizing your companions and protagonist.
• Criteria — Adventure is central to the experience, as players explore a fantastical world, uncover ancient secrets, and embark on quests that drive the overarching plot.