The Best Apple Arcade RPGs

One of the best ways to enjoy what mobile gaming has to offer is through Apple Arcade. With hundreds of games to choose from, one of the biggest issues is in trying to find which ones to play. If you’ve got an RPG sweet tooth, you’re in the right place. Here are some of the best Apple Arcade RPGs that you should play as soon as possible.

Fantasian

This epic adventure from Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi and the team at Mistwalker has long been the headliner RPG for Apple Arcade. While no longer an exclusive, Apple Arcade is still a great way to experience this challenging, gorgeous RPG. Its diorama-like worlds are a joy to explore, and the battle system will put your tactical thinking to the test. Fantasian isn’t just one of the best Apple Arcade RPGs, but also one of the best mobile RPGs you can find.

Monster Hunter Stories+

While there are lots of platforms you can play Monster Hunter Stories on, it looks and plays great on mobile devices. This was a game that always felt like it was pushing its original hardware a little too hard, but it runs like a dream here. With vivid graphics, compelling gameplay mechanics, and a fun story, Monster Hunter Stories is a wonderful RPG experience for all ages. Having a game as rich and full-featured as Monster Hunter Stories in the Apple Arcade catalog is a treat.

Unleash the Light

Did you know that Steven Universe had a trilogy of excellent RPGs? With the show having wrapped up years ago, it’s very easy to miss Unleash the Light. Consider this your heads-up, because this is one of the best Apple Arcade RPGs. Its simple yet engaging gameplay mechanics call to mind the Mario RPGs, and the character interactions are enjoyable for fans and newcomers alike. The pace is brisk, and it’s a fantastic game to digest in smaller bites. That alone makes it well-suited to mobile play.

Battleheart Legacy+

Apple Arcade offers a pleasing mix of new and classic mobile games. Battleheart Legacy is the latter, having first released all the way back in 2014. It’s a terrific action-RPG for those who want some no-nonsense enjoyment. There’s a decent-sized world to explore, tons of ways to customize your character, and lots of challenging enemies to fight. With controls built entirely around a touch-based interface, it’s also very easy to play.

Star Trek: Legends

Finding good Star Trek games that are faithful to the core philosophy of the series is hard. Star Trek: Legends is not going to end that search by any means. It’s a lot of turn-based battles where everyone shoots first and reflects on the nature of life second. With that said, this game is an amazing pile of fan service for Trek fans. There are more than 40 characters drawn from almost every iteration of Star Trek, and lots of familiar places to explore. If you like Star Trek… engage.

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