Besides, you have various skills and abilities that will develop as you progress through the game – you become stronger, more endurable, perform heavier attacks and so on. The first role-playing games were actually tabletop games, which often featured cards and psychical figures (characters). Almost every tabletop RPG included a Game Master (GM), which usually decides on the rules and settings. Game Master is something like a referee. In Android RPG games, we can say that the Game Master is the actual device. With the continuous advancement of technology that greatly improves electronic devices such as PCs, game consoles, and mobile phone, Role Playing Games have evolved drastically. Let’s take a look at the best Android action RPG games.
8 Best Action Role-Playing Video Games for Android
Our selection of best Action Role-Playing Games for Android is based on graphics, gameplay, storyline, and most importantly, the fun factor for playing the game. Some of them are free, but almost all include in-app purchases for various items and upgrades. Note: Prices as of 12 June 2019. Prices may change over time without prior notice.
1. Final Fantasy IX – $24.99
Final Fantasy is a game series developed and published by Japanese game making team, Square Enix. The very first Final Fantasy game was released back in 1987 and there are now a total of 15 game series for the Final Fantasy franchise. You can learn more about all available Final Fantasy series for Android through Sony’s Google Play page. Out of all Final Fantasy games, Final Fantasy 9 was our all time favorite. The game takes place in a fictional world Gaia – which includes various fictional characters and races. You will meet many characters during the game but can only control up to 4 characters at a time. Battles are interesting, turn-based, with many different attacks or magic to be used. After each battle, your characters will gain experience. Note that all the characters are different, therefore some are good for brutal attacks, some for using white magic for healing, etc. This allows you to try out various battle strategies. The actual story is so nice and deep – including emotional moments, love story, funny stuff, and so on. When the game was released in 2000, it was the world’s number 1 RPG game. Now, since it’s ported to Android, it allows you to try out the best RPG from that time – which is still very, very nice.
2. Crashlands – $7.99
Another great title which offers tons of quests, battles, and items to craft. You play as a galactic trucker whose shipment gets derailed by an enemy race, leaving him stranded on an alien planet. One interesting feature that this RPG provides is that it allows you to create your own base. Besides, every single creature can be tamed. You just need to find an egg, incubate it, and that’s it. The world is huge – it offers 3 continents, 4 races and many sidequests to complete. As you play and learn different skills, you will be able to craft 500+ various items, weapons, and armors. If your battery accidentally dies, don’t worry – the game is constantly being saved on the cloud, so you can easily store it or transfer between devices.
3. Dungeon Hunter 5
This is a beautiful synthesis of action, RPG and multiplayer elements. With tons of quests and battles, this game offers an endless amount of joy. Stronghold fortifications, tons of character customizations, items and weapons are just some of the things that make this action RPG perfect. You can also battle other heroes and try to enter their strongholds or participate in guild wars. Daily dungeons constantly provide you with fresh quests but also allow you to collect rare materials. You can use those materials to wield over 900 pieces of armor and weaponry. Besides, that game provides hundreds of devastating skills and spells. Graphics and animations are just amazing. Of course, you would need at least 4.1 Android system version, since the game won’t look good on older devices, or won’t even start.
4. Eternium: Mage and Minions
With the average score of 4.8 after almost 2 million ratings, this game definitely deserves to be on this list. One of the noticeable features is smooth, tap-to-move and swipe-to-cast controls. The game offers in-app purchases but is definitely not a pay-to-win. You can also play the game completely offline after you download the whole content. You can play as a mage, a warrior or a bounty hunter. No matter which class you choose, it will provide extremely catchy and unique gameplay. You will battle skeletons, zombies, automatons, dragons, and other enemies, across 4 beautiful, hand-crafted worlds, or just choose endless gameplay. During the game, you will be able to rescue tank, healer, and ranger companions, who will join you into battles. Various combos can be achieved if you combine your and your companion abilities the right way.
5. Soulcraft 2: League of Angels
With humans on a brink of discovering the secret to eternal life, angels and demons make a pact and enter the real world, to fight humans and proclaim the apocalypse. Soulcraft lets you play as an angel – humans and demons are announced to come soon. This game offers many interesting features, such as epic single-player campaign, 7 different heroes and play styles, full Android controller support, offline support, and many more. Although this great action RPG is developed by a small indie team, it is definitely one of the best RPG games nowadays. The game can also be played on Android TV if you own a compatible gamepad – which gives you a perfect, console-like experience.
6. Portal Knights – $5.99
This game was first released on 25 February 2016 for PC. Not long after, it was released for Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. Portal Knights is a cooperative, sandbox action RPG game, in which you explore and conquer an endless, randomly generated world. The game provides epic boss battles, tactical action combat, tons of interesting quests, and many other, great features. You can also build your own home with plenty of materials and furnishings. Besides that, you can architect your own island, quickly and easily. The graphics are low-poly and very cute. The interface is also nice and intuitive. Although the game is not free, it’s definitely worth the money. Being played across various devices is sufficient proof that this game is really worth playing.
7. Pixel Dungeon
If you love pixelated RPG games, Pixel Dungeon is definitely the best choice for you. As soon as you start the game, you will be notified that the game is hard and that you will die often. Basically, there is no game-saving. Each time you start a game, you should try to reach as far as you can, using different items and tactics. Besides your easy-decreasing health, you will also have to pay attention to hunger – in each dungeon you can find bread, meat, fish and so on. After some time of playing, you will unlock different characters with different skills and possibilities. The game is open source, so if you are a developer, you can change it to suit your needs, or even create something completely unique.
8. Iron Blade: Medieval Legends
One of the things that make this game great is definitely computer-like graphics. A gaming phone is recommended, and it will provide you with a wonderful experience. The game is set in an alternate-reality fantasy Europe, full of warriors and arcane mysteries. Like no RPG game before, Iron Blade will allow you to battle Demon Knights in Notre Dame, or fight vampires in Transilvanian dungeon. You can also build your own kingdom and engage in breath-taking PvP challenges. The game is updated very often, providing players with brand new, interesting content. Most of the action RPG games require you to react fast. Battles can be difficult sometimes, and when you tap the screen, you automatically cover it with fingers. To have much smoother gameplay and the whole screen visible, we strongly recommend you to check out this Android controller. You can order it from the following link:
Best Action RPG Game for Android?
We have come to the end of our review. So, you might be wondering – which RPG to play first? It all depends on what you are looking for. If you like multi-player stuff, Dungeon Hunter 5 is our strong recommendation. On the other hand, if you want something with quick and catchy gameplay, Pixel Dungeon is perfect to kill time when waiting in a line. If you are nostalgic about the old school games, then there is no doubt – Final Fantasy IX is the number 1 choice. Great gameplay, intriguing storyline, everything is there. It will take you back to the time when games used to have a soul. Have you played other action RPG that is not on our list? Please let us know in the comments below… Featured Image
