A role-playing video game, otherwise known as an RPG, is popular among gamers as it allows them to escape reality. It could send them to some distant land, give them a destiny to fulfill, or even provide an alternate present reality in which they can live out their lives. Luckily, Roblox has plenty of these to choose from, but some are so good they deserve their own gaming platform.
These RPGs focus on a variety of topics, so there is something for everyone to enjoy. Some are free, and some are paid access, but all of these Roblox games will provide you with hours of fun!
Updated June 22nd, 2023, by Katelin McDougald: Some of the best RPGs on Roblox can sometimes be some of the hardest to find. We’ve updated this list with a couple of newer games for you to enjoy, as well as updating previous entries that were out of date. Get ready to load your game and hop on into some of the best Roblox RPGs that can entertain you for hours on end.
24 Deep Woken: Verse 2
Deep Woken: Verse 2 by Vows by the Sea is an intense skill-based RPG full of fighting and adventure. As part of a ship’s crew sailing around a dying world, navigate the dangerous sea and explore the lands you reach as you uncover the plot and mysteries hidden everywhere.
With different abilities and strengths that you can modify, you can turn your character from someone on the bottom of the crew’s rankings into a powerful force that can cut through the toughest of enemies with ease.
23 Castaway
Headstack Games created Castaway, a survival RPG that lets you build the world around you — literally. After a deadly storm at sea wrecks your boat, you and your crew are now stranded on a deserted island. With little hope for rescue, it’s now up to you to begin to build a society of your own there.
Harvest wood, food, ores, and gems from around the island and use them to build and decorate your own village to survive in. After a while, you might even forget you ever came from somewhere else in the first place.
22 Dungeon Quest!
One common game mechanic in all RPG games is boss fights. Dungeon Quest! by vCaffy takes this concept and turns the dial up to max. Fight your way through dungeons of monsters towards the boss waiting at the end, whether alone or with friends.
Earn loot along the way and upgrade yourself to face stronger enemies and face different dungeons. The possibilities are endless, and the game is sure to keep you occupied for a long time. Go and become the hero you want to be.
21 Lords of the Multiverse RPG
Lords of the Multiverse RPG by LordCefer turns you into the hero of the multiverse. This multiverse was created by a god long ago, making thousands of unique universes that now all needed individual attention. So, he created a lord to rule over each, who became tyrants with their power.
Now you must journey forth to put an end to these lords and their rule to let the multiverse taste freedom it never had and live life in peace. Can you save the multiverse?
20 RPG World
RPG World by Crackop is a classic Roblox game, meaning it was first released in 2019. The game is simple: kill monsters, level up, and get better gear. It's simple RPG fun that could be expanded on if the developers keep adding new items to the game.
With a wide variety of maps, monsters, and loot, no one session is the same as another. Though there is now a sequel/remake, the first still remains an enjoyable classic. Worth checking out if you like RPGs.
19 Legend RPG 2
0msh created Legend RPG 2, a large RPG game that’s driven many players over the years since its creation in 2019. Destroy enemies, clear dungeons, level up, and get your hands on powerful new gear.
The game takes a lot of plot and design inspiration from various anime and manga. This includes One Piece, Fire Force, Attack on Titan, Naruto, and many more. Half the fun is discovering what sort of characters are in the game that will remind you of your favorite anime.
18 Vesteria
Vesteria by The Vesteria Team is one of the best Roblox games ever released. That’s not an exaggeration. The world design is absolute class, and the range of monsters, characters, items, and gear make it one of the deeper RPG games on Roblox. There are some parts of it that cost Robux, but you can still download and play through some of the game for free.
Not only is the game full of characters and things to do alone, but Vesteria is a great multiplayer game. The open-world story is very community driven in the ever-changing fantasy world, meaning each time you play could bring something new to freshen the experience.
17 Spellbound RPG
Though Spellbound RPG might not be the most popular RPG game on Roblox, it has still gathered a lot of attention and visitors. There is a lot of detail in this game, and the world design is great. The main aim is to defeat monsters, level up, collect gear, and generally become the most powerful wizard.
With dangerous dungeons and a desk of spells at your disposal, you can fight through enemies alone or with friends as you discover ancient and long-forgotten secrets of the world. Keep leveling up and unlocking new spells, and maybe you’ll find something new.
16 Knight Simulator
Knight Simulator by Core Productions 2.0 is a huge RPG game: hundreds of weapons and armor sets are available to collect and choose from. There are also countless worlds to explore, meaning it will be a long time before you can even think about running out of content to play.
The game was previously called ‘Limitless RPG’ and was originally released back in 2020. Since then, it has continued to wrack in players who keep coming back for more. Trade with your companions and keep ranking up to explore this vast RPG yourself.
15 Fantastic Frontier
Fantastic Frontier by Spectrabox puts the world in your hands as you set out to explore various islands. You must fight a variety of monsters and collect items to progress in this adventure RPG.
It places you in a unique role, and the design of the landscape alone is a reason why many players choose this game.
14 Animatronic World!
The game Animatronic World! by Gommy_Renard allows you to enter a world similar to that of Five Nights at Freddy’s. You can be a Nightguard, a simple human, or an animatronic character.
You can even make your own if the ones available are not up to your standards, which is why so many players adore this game.
13 RPG Simulator
Astral Studios has created a game called RPG Simulator, where you can play with friends to defeat monsters and upgrade your character. You can give yourself accessories, swords, and even a pet.
There are so many realms to explore, and each one has so much to do that you will never grow bored of this popular RPG.
12 RoCitizens
You become a whole new you in RoCitizens by Firebrand1 as you take part in a world dependent upon your actions. It allows you to accept a job, complete quests for the locals and even has a crime system in place.
No matter what path you take, there is something for everyone, even those who choose to be Slenders, as it can even just be used as a place to socialize or let out your creativity as you furnish your home.
11 Sundown Island
You will exist as a wolf in Sundown Island by Wandering Spirit, as this is a place where no humans exist, but that doesn’t mean it’s totally safe. The wolf you call your own is customizable, and there are plenty of monsters to battle while here.
It has been visited almost 20 million times, so it is safe to say that this game will be a homerun for any player who enjoys RPGs.
10 Nomrial Legends!
Nomrial Legends! by Yourius is very advanced in terms of Roblox experiences. It has mythical weapons, monsters, and even various maps to explore. It will take you on a fantasy-based adventure that will have you playing for hours. It's not unlike Skyrim or Dragon Age; it's just on a smaller scale.
Survive and fight your way through this world as you discover threats lurking about and threatening to destroy the world. Choose a path towards glory and become a hero to the world of Nomrial.
9 Warrior Cats: Ultimate Edition
Warrior Cats: Ultimate Edition by WarriorCatsRP will take you back to your childhood in this RPG based on the classic book series. Play as a cat you’ve created yourself, and make your own story. Whether you want to be a warrior cat, a medicine cat, or more, the choice is up to you.
In Warrior Cats, there are up to 50 cats in a single server. It is fun to band together with your clanmates and explore the landscape as you do your best to survive. Invite your friends to help make the developing story even more special.
8 Backpacking
If you were wondering if Roblox had any open-world RPGs, then the answer to your question is a resounding yes. In Backpacking by Abracadabra, you can do just that. You can pretty much do whatever you want as you explore new areas and set up camp when you feel like it in this Roblox RPG.
Backpacking even lets you cook food, play in a pool, and kayak down rivers. Even if you're still stuck inside, you can have an outdoor adventure all the same.
7 Horse World
Horses are majestic creatures, and Horse World by Virtuality World should have its own platform for this reason. It is free-to-play and sets you in a world ruled by horses which might seem strange, but it's actually pretty cool. Everyone can indulge their inner horse-girl here.
The game allows you to go on this adventure as your Roblox character or as a horse of your choosing. The game includes fantasy elements, the option to help your fellow horses or let the humans take over by domesticating the horses one by one.
6 Swordburst 2
Swordburst 2 by Swordburst 2 features an expansive world where you must defeat enemies and collect items to progress. There are new areas around every turn, but to unlock them, you have to beat the boss before it.
The player gets equipped with a sword that they can use to take down a variety of enemies. Like Torchlight or Diablo, this is one game that is definitely better when you have a group of friends to play with.
5 Clear Skies Over Milwaukee
Toast22A made Clear Skies Over Milwaukee, an RPG set in the 1990s that is made to look like the player is in the center of a movie, but it is not solely story-based like other games. Plenty of secrets are hidden around Milwaukee, as well as things to do. Moreover, there are roles to play as you discover what part you are to play in the game.
You can shoot weapons or watch arrests go down, as the crime in the city is the center point of this game. Think of it as something between Fargo, Twin Peaks, and Grand Theft Auto.