storytelling games
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Storytelling games are a subgenre of role-playing games that focuses on storytelling and role-playing rather than combat. The stories in these games are usually told through pre-made characters with unique personalities and backstories. Browse the top-ranked list of storytelling games below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Top comment"Nice take on the souls genre in alt france, really enjoy this devs storytelling...If you enjoy Dark Souls type games, you will enjoy this game....Awesome game...Good game!"
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Paris, 1789. The French Revolution has been suppressed with bloodshed by Louis XVI and his merciless mechanical army. Aegis, a mysterious automaton masterpiece, must confront the king's army alone to save history in this challenging action-RPG. The city burns and bleeds as it suffers the madness of King Louis XVI and his violent legions of automatons. Aegis, a mechanical masterpiece created by the engineer Vaucanson to be the queen's bodyguard, must save the French Revolution in this challenging action-RPG.Top comment"Nice take on the souls genre in alt france, really enjoy this devs storytelling...If you enjoy Dark Souls type games, you will enjoy this game....Awesome game...Good game!"
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Paris, 1789. The French Revolution has been suppressed with bloodshed by Louis XVI and his merciless mechanical army. Aegis, a mysterious automaton masterpiece, must confront the king's army alone to save history in this challenging action-RPG. The city burns and bleeds as it suffers the madness of King Louis XVI and his violent legions of automatons. Aegis, a mechanical masterpiece created by the engineer Vaucanson to be the queen's bodyguard, must save the French Revolution in this challenging action-RPG.See all PS5 GamesYour price for this item is $49.99
Top comment"Is a tales game not game...I know it says it in the title "tales from borderlands" I however do not have a ton of games for the switch and was not aware of these "tales" type story not games games. ...Awesome series for storytelling games. Not necessarily like the other borderlands games, so make sure to watch a video on youtube to see what it's about before buying!"
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Take a stand against ruthless corporate overlords in this narrative-driven adventure! Within the perpetually war-torn metropolis of Promethea, you'll control Anu, Octavio, and Fran on the worst day of their lives. Help these three lovable losers as they endeavor to change the world (and maybe even save it)! Face down a planetary invasion, vicious vault monster, and cold-hearted capitalist in this cinematic thrill ride where what happens next is up to you! Meet a motley cast full of misfits, assassin bots, and talking guns in this race to the top! It's time to fight back against exploitation and corporate greed. It's time to make Mayhem your business.Top comment"Is a tales game not game...I know it says it in the title "tales from borderlands" I however do not have a ton of games for the switch and was not aware of these "tales" type story not games games. ...Awesome series for storytelling games. Not necessarily like the other borderlands games, so make sure to watch a video on youtube to see what it's about before buying!"
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Take a stand against ruthless corporate overlords in this narrative-driven adventure! Within the perpetually war-torn metropolis of Promethea, you'll control Anu, Octavio, and Fran on the worst day of their lives. Help these three lovable losers as they endeavor to change the world (and maybe even save it)! Face down a planetary invasion, vicious vault monster, and cold-hearted capitalist in this cinematic thrill ride where what happens next is up to you! Meet a motley cast full of misfits, assassin bots, and talking guns in this race to the top! It's time to fight back against exploitation and corporate greed. It's time to make Mayhem your business.See all Nintendo Switch GamesYour price for this item is $18.99The previous price was $49.99
Top comment"A updated version to a great game one of the best rpg games in the last decade...Great game Good length...I spent 74 hours to 100% complete the game and get the true ending. It was well worth every cent spent if you like jrpg games"
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Prepare for the award-winning RPG experience in this definitive edition of Persona 5 Royal, featuring a treasure trove of downloadable content included! Don the mask of Joker and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways! This title is packed with beloved characters, confidants, story depth, and plenty of locations to explore with many opportunities to strengthen your abilities in the metaverse and in your daily life. Persona 5 Royal presents a unique visual style and features an unforgettable soundtrack by the award nominated composer Shoji Meguro. Explore Tokyo, unlock Personas, customize your own personal Thieves Den, experience alternate endings, and more! Become the ultimate Phantom Thief and defy conventions, discover the power within, and fight for justice in the definitive version of Personal 5 Royal.Top comment"A updated version to a great game one of the best rpg games in the last decade...Great game Good length...I spent 74 hours to 100% complete the game and get the true ending. It was well worth every cent spent if you like jrpg games"
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Prepare for the award-winning RPG experience in this definitive edition of Persona 5 Royal, featuring a treasure trove of downloadable content included! Don the mask of Joker and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways! This title is packed with beloved characters, confidants, story depth, and plenty of locations to explore with many opportunities to strengthen your abilities in the metaverse and in your daily life. Persona 5 Royal presents a unique visual style and features an unforgettable soundtrack by the award nominated composer Shoji Meguro. Explore Tokyo, unlock Personas, customize your own personal Thieves Den, experience alternate endings, and more! Become the ultimate Phantom Thief and defy conventions, discover the power within, and fight for justice in the definitive version of Personal 5 Royal.See all PS5 GamesYour price for this item is $59.99
Top comment"For very casual gamers who thoroughly enjoy delving into a small open-world adventure, big on narrative storytelling, and a sort of completionist gameplay style for partaking in daily tasks, this game is for you. ...Good change of pace to busier games out there."
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Set in Providence Oaks, Oregon in 1986, Lake is an incredibly pretty, laidback, open-world game, consisting of a free-roaming driving sim and a story driven point-and-click adventure. You take on the role of Meredith Weiss, who’s taking a break from her high-flying career in the city, visiting her childhood lakeside town for two weeks, to stand in for her dad as the mail carrier During her stay, she runs into a few familiar faces as well as plenty of new folk as she drivers the mail truck through the scenic forests of Oregon, stopping off at beautifully detailed locations to deliver letters and packages, and get to know the town's quirky locals. By the end of the two weeks, she’ll have to decide whether to head back to her life in the city or to stay in Providence Oaks.Top comment"For very casual gamers who thoroughly enjoy delving into a small open-world adventure, big on narrative storytelling, and a sort of completionist gameplay style for partaking in daily tasks, this game is for you. ...Good change of pace to busier games out there."
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Set in Providence Oaks, Oregon in 1986, Lake is an incredibly pretty, laidback, open-world game, consisting of a free-roaming driving sim and a story driven point-and-click adventure. You take on the role of Meredith Weiss, who’s taking a break from her high-flying career in the city, visiting her childhood lakeside town for two weeks, to stand in for her dad as the mail carrier During her stay, she runs into a few familiar faces as well as plenty of new folk as she drivers the mail truck through the scenic forests of Oregon, stopping off at beautifully detailed locations to deliver letters and packages, and get to know the town's quirky locals. By the end of the two weeks, she’ll have to decide whether to head back to her life in the city or to stay in Providence Oaks.See all PS5 GamesYour price for this item is $25.99The previous price was $29.99
Top comment"I'm so proud of this series and the game. The game plays well and despite its technical issues. ...Fun Game...Usually i do not go for these games however, i started playing with my children and i must say itd a fun game"
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Worlds are colliding in Sonic the Hedgehog's newest high-speed adventure! Accelerate to new heights, battle hordes of powerful enemies, and experience the thrill of high-velocity, open-zone acrobatic action and platforming freedom across the five massive Starfall Islands. Welcom to the evolution of Sonic games!Top comment"I'm so proud of this series and the game. The game plays well and despite its technical issues. ...Fun Game...Usually i do not go for these games however, i started playing with my children and i must say itd a fun game"
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Worlds are colliding in Sonic the Hedgehog's newest high-speed adventure! Accelerate to new heights, battle hordes of powerful enemies, and experience the thrill of high-velocity, open-zone acrobatic action and platforming freedom across the five massive Starfall Islands. Welcom to the evolution of Sonic games!See all PS4 GamesYour price for this item is $59.99
Top comment"Story wasn’t phenomenal but there were some twists towards the end that were appreciated and less common in JRPG storytelling today. Each if the characters play differently so you don’t get bored changing things up....Pretty game...Similar to the previous Star Ocean games, this one has a great storyline. Gameplay was fun and I would recommend this game to beginners to RPGs."
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Square Enix and Tri-Ace present the latest title in the Star Ocean series. The Divine Force offers two heroes to choose from. Play as Raymond, a hothead from a futuristic planet searching for his lost crew. Or as Laeticia, whose kingdom on an underdeveloped planet faces ruin at the hands of a terrible threat. The events of the story will unfold from a unique perspective depending on whom you choose.Top comment"Story wasn’t phenomenal but there were some twists towards the end that were appreciated and less common in JRPG storytelling today. Each if the characters play differently so you don’t get bored changing things up....Pretty game...Similar to the previous Star Ocean games, this one has a great storyline. Gameplay was fun and I would recommend this game to beginners to RPGs."
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Square Enix and Tri-Ace present the latest title in the Star Ocean series. The Divine Force offers two heroes to choose from. Play as Raymond, a hothead from a futuristic planet searching for his lost crew. Or as Laeticia, whose kingdom on an underdeveloped planet faces ruin at the hands of a terrible threat. The events of the story will unfold from a unique perspective depending on whom you choose.See all PS5 GamesYour price for this item is $29.99The previous price was $59.99
Top comment"Awasom game...Lots of fun would recommend to anyone who loves playing games.. just sit back and blaze up and game out...Top Notch storytelling and narrative. Packed beautiful world and fun to play"
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Embark on an epic and heartfelt journey as Kratos and Atreus struggle with holding on and letting go. Against a backdrop of Norse Realms torn asunder by the fury of the Aesir, they’ve been trying their utmost to undo the end times. But despite their best efforts, Fimbulwinter presses onward. Witness the changing dynamic of the father-son relationship as they fight for survival; Atreus thirsts for knowledge to help him understand the prophecy of “Loki”, as Kratos struggles to break free of his past and be the father his son needs. See for yourself how fate will force a choice upon them: between their own safety or the safety of the realms. All the while, hostile Asgardian forces assemble… Venture through all Nine Realms towards the prophesied battle that will end the world. Vanquish Norse gods and monsters alike in fluid, expressive combat. Explore in wonder through stunning mythological landscapes.Top comment"Awasom game...Lots of fun would recommend to anyone who loves playing games.. just sit back and blaze up and game out...Top Notch storytelling and narrative. Packed beautiful world and fun to play"
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Embark on an epic and heartfelt journey as Kratos and Atreus struggle with holding on and letting go. Against a backdrop of Norse Realms torn asunder by the fury of the Aesir, they’ve been trying their utmost to undo the end times. But despite their best efforts, Fimbulwinter presses onward. Witness the changing dynamic of the father-son relationship as they fight for survival; Atreus thirsts for knowledge to help him understand the prophecy of “Loki”, as Kratos struggles to break free of his past and be the father his son needs. See for yourself how fate will force a choice upon them: between their own safety or the safety of the realms. All the while, hostile Asgardian forces assemble… Venture through all Nine Realms towards the prophesied battle that will end the world. Vanquish Norse gods and monsters alike in fluid, expressive combat. Explore in wonder through stunning mythological landscapes.See all PS4 GamesYour price for this item is $59.99
Top comment"Great game...Great game. It feels alot like what Finel Fantasy use too. ...Great sequel to one of my favorite games on Switch...I played the first game years ago when it came out. You don't need to play it to play this game and honestly there's no reason to now that this is here. "
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A brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide. It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights. In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era. Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life? Every path is yours to take. Embark on an adventure all your own.Top comment"Great game...Great game. It feels alot like what Finel Fantasy use too. ...Great sequel to one of my favorite games on Switch...I played the first game years ago when it came out. You don't need to play it to play this game and honestly there's no reason to now that this is here. "
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A brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide. It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights. In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era. Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life? Every path is yours to take. Embark on an adventure all your own.See all Nintendo Switch GamesYour price for this item is $59.99![It Takes Two Standard Edition - Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X [Digital] - Front_Zoom](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/6444/6444468_sd.jpg;maxHeight=250;maxWidth=380)
Top comment"Amazing Co-Op Game...Overall, a predicted but really well done story and voice acting. Fantastic game and a must play for anyone that enjoys these type of games....A co-op platforming and storytelling experience that's totally deserving of Game of the Year."
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Unite a couple with telling differences in this digital version of It Takes Two for Xbox One. This genre-bending adventure game features unique storytelling and a variety of intriguing characters for an exciting gaming experience. Master each level's new character abilities while playing as Cody and May with a friend to progress in It Takes Two.Top comment"Amazing Co-Op Game...Overall, a predicted but really well done story and voice acting. Fantastic game and a must play for anyone that enjoys these type of games....A co-op platforming and storytelling experience that's totally deserving of Game of the Year."
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Unite a couple with telling differences in this digital version of It Takes Two for Xbox One. This genre-bending adventure game features unique storytelling and a variety of intriguing characters for an exciting gaming experience. Master each level's new character abilities while playing as Cody and May with a friend to progress in It Takes Two.See all Xbox One Game DownloadsYour price for this item is $39.99
Top comment"TLOU PART1 IS A GAME CHANGER FOR STORYTELLING...The Last of Us Part 1 is a greatly immersive adventure with many emotional cut scenes and tragic moments. But underneath the game is a masterpiece of storytelling, I ordered this now to prepare for the HBO MAX series....Love this game so much I bought it twice...This game is amazing. A true masterpiece in storytelling and gameplay."
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Relive the beloved game that started it all – rebuilt for the PlayStation 5 console. Experience the emotional storytelling and unforgettable characters in The Last of Us, winner of over 200 Game of the Year awards. In a ravaged civilization, where infected and hardened survivors run rampant, Joel, a weary protagonist, is hired to smuggle 14-year-old Ellie out of a military quarantine zone. However, what starts as a small job soon transforms into a brutal cross-country journey. Includes the complete The Last of Us single-player story and celebrated prequel chapter, Left Behind, which explores the events that changed the lives of Ellie and her best friend Riley forever.Top comment"TLOU PART1 IS A GAME CHANGER FOR STORYTELLING...The Last of Us Part 1 is a greatly immersive adventure with many emotional cut scenes and tragic moments. But underneath the game is a masterpiece of storytelling, I ordered this now to prepare for the HBO MAX series....Love this game so much I bought it twice...This game is amazing. A true masterpiece in storytelling and gameplay."
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Relive the beloved game that started it all – rebuilt for the PlayStation 5 console. Experience the emotional storytelling and unforgettable characters in The Last of Us, winner of over 200 Game of the Year awards. In a ravaged civilization, where infected and hardened survivors run rampant, Joel, a weary protagonist, is hired to smuggle 14-year-old Ellie out of a military quarantine zone. However, what starts as a small job soon transforms into a brutal cross-country journey. Includes the complete The Last of Us single-player story and celebrated prequel chapter, Left Behind, which explores the events that changed the lives of Ellie and her best friend Riley forever.See all PS5 GamesYour price for this item is $69.99
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"It is a quick game though but for children its a great game. All the candy and designs and beautiful colors sparks their imagination like it it did mine"