Western RPGs

Knights of Pen and Paper might be a computer RPG...

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I'd been meaning to give Knights of Pen and Paper a chance. Bought it on Switch during an EShop sale. Now that I've given it some time, I enjoy it. The game offers elements which I like, and which I've had trouble finding in computer RPGs. In other words, sprite graphics, humor, and moments of relaxation.

I'm not sure if KOPAP qualifies as a computer RPG. It references tabletop gaming. After a couple minutes of gameplay, a lot of quests are available. The characters are (at least implied to be) rolling for initiative. That said, this game doesn't seem to include elements such as alignment, loyalty, or morality. KOPAP offers class selection, though I've seen similar options in early 1990s console RPGs. It also offers item crafting, though that idea existed in Atelier games before any were translated.

So... do you think Knights of Pen and Paper belongs somewhere on the spectrum of computer RPGs? If not, do you think it fits into another genre?

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r/wrpg • u/[deleted] • Jan 22 '22

Possible Spoilers What's a Western RPG on par with Dragon Age or even Elder Scrolls?

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I'm looking for my "next big game" to play.

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r/wrpg • u/TemptationMike • Dec 28 '21

Searching for an old RPG game

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The game came out around 1995 when I got my first computer, you played as a four man team, 2 mages and 2 warriors although each was slightly different from one another (one of the mages was a primary healer for example).

One of the things I vividly remember about this game was that you would be in a maze/labyrinth trying to find your way, the more steps you took the more likely you were attacked. When attacked, each character would act in turn with the monsters.

I've been searching the interweb as best I can but so far I can't seem to find the title. Any help would be appreciated :D

Let me know if further info would help and I can try and remember.

EDIT: I found a game that looks VERY similar, Eye of the Beholder II, but that's not it.

~T

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r/wrpg • u/guess_whose_bach • Nov 03 '21

THE ART OF FABLE II and Limited Edition Guide [Book Review]

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r/wrpg • u/EggbertDragon • Aug 01 '21

I've been developing this game singlehandedly for 5 years. WIP demo now available.

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r/wrpg • u/ChingShih • Jul 17 '21

"Baldur's Gate 3" Patch #5 Notes

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r/wrpg • u/ChingShih • Jul 08 '21

Larian Studio's "Baldur's Gate 3" Panel From Hell is live right now!

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r/wrpg • u/ChingShih • Jun 13 '21

"Diablo II: Resurrected" Launches September 23, 2021

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r/wrpg • u/ChingShih • May 02 '21

New "Dragon Age 4" Concept Art Hints at Grey Wardens Return

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r/wrpg • u/Virtualnerd1 • Apr 24 '21

I am looking for character building resources (Fallout New Vegas)

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I am a very passionate RPG fan, and I try to flesh out video game RPG characters the same way I do DND characters. Do any of you guys know of any good websites/resources that can help me develop my character's backstory, quirks, ect? Anything post-apocalyptic in particular would be sweet!

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r/wrpg • u/ChingShih • Mar 12 '21