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The Legend of Zelda was inspired by Western RPGs says Shigeru Miyamoto, because Nintendo wanted to appeal to more…
Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that The Legend of Zelda was inspired by Western RPGs from the 1980s, which were not popular in Japan at the time. Nintendo aimed to create a non-linear game with a save system, leading to the development of the Famicom Disc System and the iconic adventure in Hyrule.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director prefers JPRGs to the likes of Skyrim, Fallout, and Baldur's Gate because their linear narratives allow for "a stronger story" and "more memorable characters"
Guillaume Broche, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, expressed a preference for JRPGs over Western RPGs like Skyrim and Fallout, citing their linear narratives as conducive to stronger stories and more memorable characters. He believes this focus on a defined narrative allows for a more impactful storytelling experience compared to the player-driven choices often found in Western RPGs.
10 Best Western RPGs to play in 2026
This article ranks the 10 best Western RPGs available to play, focusing on games developed in Europe or America that emphasize deep character customization and player-driven narratives. The list includes titles like Baldur's Gate 3, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, highlighting their unique gameplay mechanics and storytelling.
Xbox Game Pass Scores Major RPG Win with Cyberpunk 2077 Addition
Xbox Game Pass has significantly strengthened its Western RPG collection with the addition of Cyberpunk 2077, joining titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Kingdom Come: Deliverance. This strategic move by Microsoft aims to enhance subscriber retention by offering extensive, high-quality role-playing experiences, reflecting a growing trend in content curation for subscription services.
