there very well may have been no better
era for original role-playing games
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
PlayStation 1 RPGs for this list will be
strictly ranking RPGs that originated on
the first PlayStation console that means
because Chrono Trigger was originally on
the SNES it won’t make the list here
number ten Star Ocean the second story
if you’re a fan of the traditional RPG
style this game probably made your list
– given the option to play through the
entire game as either the male or female
protagonist Star Ocean not only allows
players a total of 86 different endings
but a whole host of different
perspectives throughout the game however
does differentiate itself with its
innovative real-time battle system or
rare application for its time with the
addition of a very intricate skill
system based on specialties such as
herbal medicine cooking writing
composing and more this RPG allows for a
multi-layered playing experience
number nine Grandia do you enjoy a
mildly simplistic role-playing game
riddled with adventure Randy I just
might be the RPG you’re looking for
where are we now this game follows the
aspiring adventurer Justin a spry young
resident of the small town of parm Oh
Justin not you again on his journey
justin meets a colorful cast of allies
that support him on his conquest of
discovering the Uncharted parts of his
perceived world of course I found
something expertly utilizing 2d animated
sprites Randy uh opens players to a
light-hearted but immersive take on the
role playing genre number eight The
Legend of Dragoon
dragons are cool but the chosen warriors
faded to command their powers are even
more epic what begins is a long winded
war between two opposing countries leads
to an internal struggle that is waged
over the course of hundreds of years
playing through the game as the
steadfast protagonist dart players
slowly uncover the history surrounding
the legendary dragoons along with the
imminent danger that threatens their
planet buckle up for this four disc long
epic adventure as it will be one you
won’t soon forget
put her in custody
number seven Chrono Cross
RBG fans only came across original
masterpieces like this one once or twice
every generation Chrono Cross presented
players with its spin on what fans all
enjoy with the RPG genre with its
riveting storyline extensive cast of
characters and incredible musical score
uncovering the mystery surrounding his
death in an alternate dimension
sayers teams up with a thief kit along
with many others to oppose the nefarious
links if it wasn’t the multiple story
arcs that kept this disc in your console
it was certainly the four deep last
characters available to recruit
number six Wild Arms
now here’s a theme not commonly seen in
your average RPG Wild Arms employs a
western themed world that surprisingly
works for an unorthodox game
set in the wasteland world of Phil Gaia
players followed the travels of Rudy and
his gang on their fabled quest to go
from rags to riches when the fate of
their planet is soon threatened by an
ancient demon the team comes to its
defense however Rudy’s ability to wield
the ancient relic machines called arms
would render them formidable number 5
Final Fantasy Tactics
RPGs have always commonly been about
strategy rather than hack and slash but
this little gem essentially took the
tactics aspect to a whole new level hey
it’s in the name borrowing a bit of
inspiration from the XCOM games from
across the pond here encounters took
place on a three dimensional isometric
field and combat was slowed down to a
turn-by-turn system although this lower
pace may have turned off a few people
this game offered to charm originality
and endless replay value with its class
system screw catching all 150 Pokemon
try collecting one of every class in
this game they’re way more badass number
four vagrant story
long time square fans will recognize
this game to be their last entry on the
PlayStation 1 accumulating all they’ve
learned from their previous RPG entries
vagrant story is a true hidden gem
mixing impressive amounts of depth with
elements of Western and Japanese RPG
influence facing their real-time battle
system on a new risk element the title
stood out easily amongst what was
commonly seen on the market
number three Suikoden – do you like RPGs
with a wide array of playable characters
try over a hundred a sequel to a
slightly less acclaimed RPG title so we
could into takes place many years after
the equally memorable original and puts
players in the shoes of a nameless
protagonist that would soon command a
rebel army against his oppressive home
kingdom of Highland
the game builds on the players aptitude
to interact and recruit enough suitable
combatants for his army referred to as
the hundred and eight stars of destiny
The Unforgettable story of two friends
torn apart by war was powerful enough
for this title to earn a top spot in any
gamers collection
number two Xenogears has been active
science fiction is a staple for many
classic RPGs and this game should make
the list for any hardcore fan of the
genre
Xenogears introduces players to the
story of protagonist Faye a resident of
the indigenous village of lejana
with his past shrouded in mystery
players soon discovered the larger
anomalies outside the villages confines
that reveal other planets dimensions and
the giant mechanized robots called gears
the game draws from a heavy theme of
humans versus machines and earns its
notoriety from real world cultural and
religious references before we unveil
our top pick here are a few honorable
mentions
number one final fantasy 7
this entry serves as no surprise
although for a while we were tempted to
swap it for Final Fantasy 9 taking our
top spot for the best RPG on the
PlayStation 1 is the infamous title
single-handedly responsible for bringing
the genre to the mainstream
Final Fantasy seven influences current
RPGs to this day and has consistently
beaten out subsequent titles in the
series in both popular opinion and
worldwide sales say what you must about
this heinous ly popular game you’d be
hard-pressed to find another one that’s
even half as influential
do you Ruth our list it really was all
junk must have guessed wrong which was
your favorite RPG on the PlayStation one
for more classic top 10s published every
day be sure to subscribe to
watchmojo.com oh it’s just like you to
answer like that
era for original role-playing games
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
PlayStation 1 RPGs for this list will be
strictly ranking RPGs that originated on
the first PlayStation console that means
because Chrono Trigger was originally on
the SNES it won’t make the list here
number ten Star Ocean the second story
if you’re a fan of the traditional RPG
style this game probably made your list
– given the option to play through the
entire game as either the male or female
protagonist Star Ocean not only allows
players a total of 86 different endings
but a whole host of different
perspectives throughout the game however
does differentiate itself with its
innovative real-time battle system or
rare application for its time with the
addition of a very intricate skill
system based on specialties such as
herbal medicine cooking writing
composing and more this RPG allows for a
multi-layered playing experience
number nine Grandia do you enjoy a
mildly simplistic role-playing game
riddled with adventure Randy I just
might be the RPG you’re looking for
where are we now this game follows the
aspiring adventurer Justin a spry young
resident of the small town of parm Oh
Justin not you again on his journey
justin meets a colorful cast of allies
that support him on his conquest of
discovering the Uncharted parts of his
perceived world of course I found
something expertly utilizing 2d animated
sprites Randy uh opens players to a
light-hearted but immersive take on the
role playing genre number eight The
Legend of Dragoon
dragons are cool but the chosen warriors
faded to command their powers are even
more epic what begins is a long winded
war between two opposing countries leads
to an internal struggle that is waged
over the course of hundreds of years
playing through the game as the
steadfast protagonist dart players
slowly uncover the history surrounding
the legendary dragoons along with the
imminent danger that threatens their
planet buckle up for this four disc long
epic adventure as it will be one you
won’t soon forget
put her in custody
number seven Chrono Cross
RBG fans only came across original
masterpieces like this one once or twice
every generation Chrono Cross presented
players with its spin on what fans all
enjoy with the RPG genre with its
riveting storyline extensive cast of
characters and incredible musical score
uncovering the mystery surrounding his
death in an alternate dimension
sayers teams up with a thief kit along
with many others to oppose the nefarious
links if it wasn’t the multiple story
arcs that kept this disc in your console
it was certainly the four deep last
characters available to recruit
number six Wild Arms
now here’s a theme not commonly seen in
your average RPG Wild Arms employs a
western themed world that surprisingly
works for an unorthodox game
set in the wasteland world of Phil Gaia
players followed the travels of Rudy and
his gang on their fabled quest to go
from rags to riches when the fate of
their planet is soon threatened by an
ancient demon the team comes to its
defense however Rudy’s ability to wield
the ancient relic machines called arms
would render them formidable number 5
Final Fantasy Tactics
RPGs have always commonly been about
strategy rather than hack and slash but
this little gem essentially took the
tactics aspect to a whole new level hey
it’s in the name borrowing a bit of
inspiration from the XCOM games from
across the pond here encounters took
place on a three dimensional isometric
field and combat was slowed down to a
turn-by-turn system although this lower
pace may have turned off a few people
this game offered to charm originality
and endless replay value with its class
system screw catching all 150 Pokemon
try collecting one of every class in
this game they’re way more badass number
four vagrant story
long time square fans will recognize
this game to be their last entry on the
PlayStation 1 accumulating all they’ve
learned from their previous RPG entries
vagrant story is a true hidden gem
mixing impressive amounts of depth with
elements of Western and Japanese RPG
influence facing their real-time battle
system on a new risk element the title
stood out easily amongst what was
commonly seen on the market
number three Suikoden – do you like RPGs
with a wide array of playable characters
try over a hundred a sequel to a
slightly less acclaimed RPG title so we
could into takes place many years after
the equally memorable original and puts
players in the shoes of a nameless
protagonist that would soon command a
rebel army against his oppressive home
kingdom of Highland
the game builds on the players aptitude
to interact and recruit enough suitable
combatants for his army referred to as
the hundred and eight stars of destiny
The Unforgettable story of two friends
torn apart by war was powerful enough
for this title to earn a top spot in any
gamers collection
number two Xenogears has been active
science fiction is a staple for many
classic RPGs and this game should make
the list for any hardcore fan of the
genre
Xenogears introduces players to the
story of protagonist Faye a resident of
the indigenous village of lejana
with his past shrouded in mystery
players soon discovered the larger
anomalies outside the villages confines
that reveal other planets dimensions and
the giant mechanized robots called gears
the game draws from a heavy theme of
humans versus machines and earns its
notoriety from real world cultural and
religious references before we unveil
our top pick here are a few honorable
mentions
number one final fantasy 7
this entry serves as no surprise
although for a while we were tempted to
swap it for Final Fantasy 9 taking our
top spot for the best RPG on the
PlayStation 1 is the infamous title
single-handedly responsible for bringing
the genre to the mainstream
Final Fantasy seven influences current
RPGs to this day and has consistently
beaten out subsequent titles in the
series in both popular opinion and
worldwide sales say what you must about
this heinous ly popular game you’d be
hard-pressed to find another one that’s
even half as influential
do you Ruth our list it really was all
junk must have guessed wrong which was
your favorite RPG on the PlayStation one
for more classic top 10s published every
day be sure to subscribe to
watchmojo.com oh it’s just like you to
answer like that
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