The PS5 has a lot to offer people who like top-down RPGs.
Because they look at things from above, top-down RPGs stand out in today’s game market. The angle gives players a unique view of the game that makes them more aware of their surroundings.
Turn-based, strategic battle methods are often used in these kinds of games. The overhead view gives you a big picture of the action, so tactics and strategy-based games work great because players have to figure out the best way to move forward in the action. You can also easily explore and solve puzzles from this point of view, which makes it easy to move around in complicated settings and find hidden items and Easter eggs. There are a lot of fun top-down games on the PlayStation 5 right now, from updated classics to brand-new games in the same genre.
Hyper Light Drifter
This action-RPG from the past takes players to a style of games that they aren’t used to seeing today by emulating 2D 8-bit and 16-bit games. Players control the Drifter, a strange being who moves around in a world after the end of the world.
Hyper Light Drifter is one of the most unique and memorable top-down games of the last ten years. It has colorful, well-rendered pixel art, an atmospheric music, and surprisingly hard gameplay. The game’s world is a rich, post-societal place with incredibly creepy graphics that pull the player right into it. The game is easy to pick up and play because the story isn’t very complicated. Players can have fun making up their own theories about what the game means. On the whole, this is an interesting, old-school gem that shows how independent games can offer players unique ways to have fun.
Bloodroots
Fans of the Wild West should play this bloodthirsty hack-and-slash. In Bloodroots, the player character Mr. Wolf goes on a brutal quest for payback and kills almost everyone he meets over the course of three very violent acts.
It’s fast-paced and full of high-octane action. After finishing a level, players get a score that shows how brutal they were and how well they did overall. Given that Mr. Wolf’s main goal in life is to get revenge above all else, he’s not the most complicated player protagonist. But his strange looks and skill at close combat make him a fun action-oriented character for players to level up as. The overhead view does a great job of showing the often strange, Western-influenced world that the action takes place in. Happy Wheels will probably become a cult favorite in the years to come because of how fun and intense it is to play.
The Mageseeker: A League Of Legends Story
Players can experience the popular League of Legends world in a new way with The Mageseeker, which has beautiful graphics and fun gameplay. The story is mostly about the Mageseekers and Sylas’s plan to get back at them after he left prison.
The story and world-building in this League of Legends game were praised by both players and reviewers alike. It had a lot of exciting and surprisingly violent fights. Players learn a lot of secrets and spells as they go through the story and fight in a variety of exciting battles. The game’s art style is unique because it uses old-school 2D pixel art that is fun for longtime gamers and different from more current game designs. The Mageseeker is a must-play for fans of the series because of its powerful story and lore. Even if you’re not a fan, this is still a fun top-down action game with well-done controls.
Wasteland 3
Wasteland 3 immerses players in the spooky atmosphere of Colorado after the end of the world and follows the story of two members of the Arizona Ranger Team November. Players are caught up in the woes of the area’s leader and the lack of resources. Which makes for a harsh and gritty story that fits perfectly after the acclaimed Wasteland 2.
Together, the harsh, complicated terrain and the rich world-building and lore make for an immersive, interesting game world to explore. The top-down view works well with the strategic turn-based combat. Which keeps players thinking quickly as they fight the many enemies that are available. There is also a sense of control because the story goes in many different directions and there are important decisions to be made. Wasteland 3 is a great addition to the post-apocalyptic genre. It has great dialogue, funny lines, and a group of memorable characters.
Hades
In Supergiant Games’ crazy take on Greek mythology, players take on the part of Zagreus. The son of the ruler of the Underworld with the same name. The fully realized underground setting of this beautifully made roguelike draws you in right away.
The escape-themed story is reflected in the gameplay, which keeps players on their toes with a good mix of fast-paced, high-intensity action and strategic decision-making. Due to his plan to leave the Underworld, Zagreus is now on the run from a bunch of monsters that his father set free. The dialogue and relationships between characters are well-written and add to the suspense of the story. Fans of the style will find this to be one of the best modern takes on top-down games thanks to its beautiful graphics, engaging story, interesting character development system, and fun gameplay.
Baldur’s Gate 3
The long-awaited Baldur’s Gate 3 has a top-down mode for gameplay for people who want a more nostalgic camera view. This view, called the “tactical camera view,” is usually only used in battle. But players can switch to it whenever they want.
The story is completely immersing, the graphics are stunning, and the fighting is strategic and turn-based. This makes the game feel like you are really in the world of the Forgotten Realms. The game pays a lot of attention to detail, and the character customization and dialogue choices are very flexible. So each player will have a completely unique experience. Baldur’s Gate 3 has quickly become one of the most exciting games of the year so far. Thanks to its clever gaming mechanics and consistently captivating story.
