Tiny Tina's Wonderlands is an excellent addition to the fantasy genre, taking players to the wondrous Wondlerlands to create their hero and take on the Dragon Lord and his forces. This Dungeons & Dragons-inspired adventure is an excellent introduction to fantasy games, but where should you head once you get the credits rolling on Gearbox's first Borderlands spinoff?
Here are ten excellent fantasy alternatives if Tiny Tina's Wonderlands piqued your interest in the genre.
Monster Hunter World
If grandiose boss battles and powerful weaponry are what grabs your interest, Monster Hunter World is a fantasy experience sure to grab your attention. Take on giant monsters with comically large swords, bows, and hammers, ripping them apart for loot and improved gear. Repeat the cycle until you're strong enough to tackle the next beast in the food chain, steadily progressing to the top of the circle of life. Monster Hunter Rise is available for PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
Dragon Quest XI
Are you looking to be the chosen hero in a turn-based RPG? Dragon Quest: Echoes of an Elusive Age S: Definitive Edition is the story for you. Players become The Luminary: a chosen warrior of light determined to save the world of Erdrea with his band of friends. Customize your party with magic abilities and new weapons, and select which friends you'd like to fight in this immersive RPG from Square Enix. Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age S: Definitive Edition is available for PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
If you're looking for a fantasy experience that you can play with your friends, Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is the fantasy experience. This MMORPG lets players join millions of other users on a journey through the mystical world of Eorzea. Take on various roles as a tank, healer, DPS, crafter, or gatherer as you make your way through another fantastic Square Enix experience with a phenomenal story. With the base game and four additional expansions, there are hundreds of hours of content for users to enjoy. Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is available for PS4, PS5, and PC.
Elden Ring
Looking for a fantasy world that's as immersive as it is challenging? Elden Ring is the latest Soulsborne game from FromSoftware and arguably their best. Explore an open world as the Tarnished, slay bosses to restore order to the Lands Between. Collect the Great Runs and become the Elden Lord in this harrowing RPG experience. Elden Ring is out now for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The Witcher III: Wild Hunt
Are you interested in roleplay? This world doesn't need a hero. It needs a professional. Take control of Geralt of Rivia as he journeys through the Continent searching for his adopted daughter, Ciri, gathering friends and allies to save her from the Wild Hunt. Choices impact how this journey ends. With several different endings, an array of unique side-quests, and a highly customizable character and loadout, this experience begs players to replay it. The Witcher III: Wild Hunt is available for PS4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
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Dragon Age: Inquisition
Do you want to shape how your fantasy ends? The land of Thedas is on the brink of destruction, and only the Inquisition can stop the world from falling into ruin. Take the helm of the Inquisition with a unique cast of characters by your side in this popular RPG by Electronic Arts. Create your character and become the hero of your choosing, customizing your fighting style, weaponry, and abilities to fit your needs. Choices can impact how your journey concludes, so decide wisely. Dragon Age Inquisition is available for PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and PC.
Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Few fantasy games are as well known as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. This popular RPG has seen several releases across multiple console generations, and for a good reason. It's impossible to deny the weight that this release has had on the fantasy genre. Skyrim allows players to tailor their fantasy experience with overwhelming freedom, and it holds up surprisingly well over a decade later. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is available for PS3, PS4, PS5, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Few consoles launch with a Game of the Year title, but The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild shocked the industry when it launched alongside the Nintendo Switch on March 3, 2017. This Fantasy experience puts players in the shoes of Link, a hero who wakes to a ruined Hyrule. One hundred years have passed since his battle with the Calamity Ganon, and Link has forgotten it. You'll need to unravel the mysteries of Link's origin, compound allies, and save Princess Zelda with unique abilities and weaponry as you traverse the open world of Hyrule. It's the perfect fantasy experience for those looking for a bit of mystery to pepper their journey. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is available for the Wii U and Nintendo Switch.
Diablo III: Eternal Collection
Diablo III: Eternal Collection, Blizzard's latest hack-and-slash dungeon crawler, lets players take control of seven unique classes while battling hordes of the undead, working their way up to Diablo, including the DLC character, the Necromancer. Users can customize their warriors with gear, weaponry, and weapons to slay increasingly difficult foes in this top-down action game. It's perfect for those interested in exploring the dark aspects of fantasy games. Diablo III: Eternal Collection is available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
God of War (2018)
Are you looking to explore the worlds of Norse lore? God of War lets players control Kratos, the Greek God of War, displaced in the world of Norse mythology when chaos arrives on his doorstep. Kratos and his son, Atreus, will need to traverse the nine realms to fulfill the dying wish of Kratos's wife, meeting all manner of gods and mythical creatures they can imagine. Few narrative experiences are this impactful, and it's one of the best fantasy games on offer in recent years. God of War is available for PS4 and PC.
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Published: Apr 15, 2022 01:34 pm