Role-playing games continue to peak the interest of gamers across different platforms, However, some require a lot of patience from players to complete them especially during challenging sections. RPGs thankfully focus on different mechanics and features that mean that players are also able to find those that are far more relaxing to be a part of, without the worry of intense boss fights.
Players are able to switch off their brains while playing some of these RPGs due to how laid-back the title is and therefore creating an enjoyable experience where a player can immerse themselves in the world around them. These are by far the best role-playing games to experience in this way.
9 Yakuza: Like A Dragon
While some players may find it quite surprising to see Yakuza: Like A Dragon, there is a lot more to this role-playing game than the sometimes intense combat that sees the player selecting between the abilities of themselves and their party members.
The real relaxing nature of this fine addition to the Yakuza franchise is the various activities players can do outside the main story that are likely to distract them from completing any actual goal. From wasting hours attempting to win at a UFO Claw Machine, to improving relationships with others through the hilarious Karaoke, players are sure to find a way that best suits them to relax.
8 Kynseed
Kynseed takes the life simulation rpg genre to a different level as everything will die in the end. Although this may sound scary this is just another feature of Kynseed as players attempt to expand their legacy over generations all while continuing with their lives.
There is a lot to keep a player distracted until that time comes such as bonding with the townies, going adventuring, starting up their own business, and much more. This slow-paced game is certainly something to sink a couple of hours into at a time that requires little to no thought process.
7 The Outer Worlds
For those that are looking for an RPG with a decent story that takes place in outer space then The Outer Worlds is another great RPG that is sure to suck players in. Reminding some players of games such as Fallout, The Outer Worlds lets players create their own builds from a variety of skills, weapons, and armor, while leaving them with plenty of side quests to do.
Although there are enemies that some players may find to be quite the challenge, recruiting a companion alongside them can make almost any encounter much simpler as well as various other ways of playing to avoid being taken down.
6 Cyberpunk 2077
Another great open-world RPG that has plenty in store for players to get lost in, is the futuristic Cyberpunk 2077. Players are left to explore Night City by themselves with no rush to complete the main story, although there is a threat of the player's brain deteriorating.
Even without completing side quests or as the game calls them 'gigs' it can be just as fun to slowly drive around the neon city admiring the urban beauty of Night City with the radio quietly on in the background. Plus some builds in the game are so overpowered a player may never have to set foot in a room or shoot a bullet.
5 Pokemon Scarlet And Violet
Pokemon is a great role-playing game that usually doesn't need too much thought put into it when sitting down to play it on the various Nintendo devices it has been published to. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is a great example of this as it combines the straightforward combat system of past games in the franchise with a new open-world to explore.
Players are free to adventure across the island of Paldea all while looking for new Pokemon to capture as well as collecting the gym badges as usual. Not to mention this game's new feature of attacking Titan Pokemon as well as defeating Team Star bosses.
4 Fable 2
The Fable franchise is a great RPG that many players hope will receive another title eventually. There is no set way to play Fable 2 as the game gradually takes place over the player’s lifetime and therefore doing certain things may have an effect in the future.
Overall, Fable is just an enjoyable title with Fable 2 being a favorite of many players. With lots more to do than just going on an epic adventure as sometimes the most entertaining thing to do is simply settling down with the love of the player's life. Perhaps it would just be better to go defeating demons instead.
3 Guild Wars 2
Even Massive Multiplayer titles like Guild Wars 2 can be enjoyed with little to no effort needed. This MMO RPG is sure to interest some players with its wide variety of races and classes to choose from some of which are incredibly unique to the title.
Guild Wars 2 has an expansive world to explore which leaves plenty for a player to get stuck in with, from the simplest of side quests to complete to just exploring the map to collect materials. Not to mention that it's entirely free and can be enjoyed with others if a player is willing to invite another to their relaxation.
2 Stardew Valley
Similar to Kynseed, Stardew Valley is another pixelated life simulator RPG that leaves players free to work on their own farm as well as getting to know the residents of the nearby town. As the seasons plow along players will begin to expand what they grow as well as invest in farm animals, but that isn't the only activity to get up to.
Players with free time after tending the fields or are just getting bored with farming can even go mining, fishing, or foraging to pass the hours away of the day.
1 The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim
By far one of the best RPGs to date as well as a game that can be enjoyed while switching off the player's brain is the award-winning title Skyrim. Over the years this game has continued to entertain players allowing them to throw themselves back into the world as different races as well as attempting a new play style.
In this open world of countless side quests many may even find themselves abandoning the main story entirely to instead take a trip on foot across Skyrim. Players may even look for a new occupation that puts them far away from the title of Dragonborn.