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RPG Games

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247 accepted games Taxonomy v3 Source scores weighted by evidence

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247 games in RPG Games

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Exploration 81 Gameplay facet Simulation 65 Root Relationships 58 Gameplay facet Action RPG 50 Subgenre Crafting 47 Gameplay facet WRPG 43 Subgenre Farming 36 Gameplay facet Open World 32 Framework

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4 matching entries Pokémon

A research-verified chronology of Pokémon, spanning 1996–2026.

 4 matching entries Diablo

A research-verified chronology of Diablo, spanning 1996–2023.

 2 matching entries Minecraft

A research-verified chronology of Minecraft, spanning 2011–2023.

 2 matching entries Final Fantasy

A research-verified chronology of Final Fantasy, spanning 1987–2024.

 2 matching entries Monster Hunter

A research-verified chronology of Monster Hunter, spanning 2004–2025.

 2 matching entries The Elder Scrolls

A research-verified chronology of The Elder Scrolls, spanning 1994–2025.

 1 matching entry Star Wars

A research-verified chronology of Star Wars, spanning 1982–2025.

 1 matching entry Dragon Quest

A research-verified chronology of Dragon Quest, spanning 1986–2026.