Best Tactical JRPGs On The PS5

Highlights

PS5 offers a variety of tactical RPGs like Baldur’s Gate 3 and Marvel’s Midnight Suns with customizable characters and engaging gameplay.
Front Mission 2: Remake has a long history but mixed reviews due to menu issues, offering deep mech customization for strategic gameplay.
Unicorn Overlord by Vanillaware is a triumphant return to traditional RPGs, featuring a semi-open world and colorful characters for tactical battles.

As a seasoned gamer with over three decades of gaming under my belt, I must say that this year has been a veritable feast for tactical RPG enthusiasts like myself. The latest offerings from our favorite developers are nothing short of mind-blowing, and I’ve found myself utterly captivated by each one in its own unique way.

Despite its young age, the PS5 has amassed a substantial collection of strategic role-playing games within a short span. One of the most notable among these was launched in 2023 – Baldur’s Gate 3. In this game, players have the freedom to design their character and subsequently assemble a team, including characters like Gale and Karlach, to join them on their adventure.

Another suitable illustration is the game “Marvel’s Midnight Suns“, where players were able to personalize their character and engage with renowned Marvel figures such as Blade and Iron Man. These two games are noteworthy tactical RPGs from Western developers that are worth playing on PS5. However, there have been impressive ones originating from Japan as well. Let’s explore the outstanding creations they’ve been cooking up abroad recently.

8 Front Mission 2: Remake

26 Years In The Making

Originally launched on the PlayStation 1 in Japan back in 1997, the “Front Mission” game made its way to North America after nearly three decades, debuting on the Switch in 2023 and later on consoles like the PS5 in 2024. Critical reception for “Front Mission 2: Remake” was mixed, with many critics pointing out issues with the menu system and other flaws. However, fans either love or dislike the series due to its extensive customization options for mechs within the menus. Despite the divided opinions, “Front Mission 2: Remake” offers a more strategic experience than most tactical RPGs by providing players with an array of features to enhance their mechs, adding depth to the genre.

7 The DioField Chronicle

Smaller Maps, Bigger Challenges

Exploring the Strategic Battles in The DioField Chronicle

6 Persona 5 Tactica

The Final Spinoff For The Phantom Thieves?

After the release of Persona 5, numerous sequels have emerged. The newest one, Persona 5 Tactica, could potentially be the last, as it shifts its art style to a more striking, adorable design. The narrative revolves around the Phantom Thieves being transported into another realm dominated by an oppressive military force.

In this game, characters are free to roam within designated zones during missions, but must remain stationary to give commands. Strategy is key due to combo attacks, so positioning your characters thoughtfully is essential. This title stands out as one of the few tactical spin-offs in the expansive Shin Megami Tensei series, offering a unique and engaging experience.

5 The Last Spell

A Combination Of Tower-Defense And Roguelikes

The Final Enchantment

4 Live A Live

Multiple Stories Colliding Into Each Other

Live A Live is a unique blend of role-playing games (RPGs). It’s played much like a conventional turn-based RPG, where you engage in combat by encountering monsters during exploration. In battles, players can move around a grid and the placement of characters significantly impacts the outcome. Originally released on the SNES, this game was ahead of its time with its innovative battle system. It’s quite extraordinary as it offers distinct campaigns that range from a Western setting to a prehistoric adventure. Each story seems independent, but once they are all completed, a new campaign is unlocked to tie up any loose ends.

3 Disgaea 7: Vows Of The Virtueless

The Franchise Goes Back To Japan

These games have been increasingly outrageous since they began at level eleven. The newest addition, Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless, introduces a theme where the underworld is depicted as a feudal Japanese-style setting. You’ll find ninjas, samurais, cherry blossoms, and all other traditional elements in this game.

Ignoring other aspects, what makes this series appealing to fans is the extensive character customization it offers. They can design characters, sculpt their facial features, assign them classes, and more. In addition to progressing through the story on a grid-based map, players can also appeal to a demonic court to unlock additional features or delve into item dungeons to enhance those items. It might seem overwhelming at first, but fans have grown accustomed to it over time.

2 Tactics Ogre: Reborn

Let Us Cling Together

Rediscovering the Timeless Strategy of Tactics Ogre: Reborn

1 Unicorn Overlord

Vanillaware’s Triumphant Return To Traditional RPGs

Metactrilc Score: 86

As a passionate gamer, I’ve been eagerly anticipating my next adventure with “Unicorn Overlord.” After the unique yet divisive experience of “13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim,” it’s refreshing to see Vanillaware returning to their roots – crafting immersive RPGs. This game offers an intriguing twist tailored for strategy enthusiasts. You can traverse a semi-open world, embark on side missions, and conquer territories at your leisure.

2024-08-09 16:33