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Hey, gamers! Are you excited about Redfall’s release this May? There have been many speculations about what kind of game Redfall is going to be, whether it’s going to be an RPG or an FPS game. However, we can confirm that it’s a first-person shooter game, and we’ll delve deeper into all the theories and rumors in this article. So, get ready to slay some vampires and read on to find out more!
What Is the RPG Game?
If you’re not familiar with the term “RPG,” let me explain. An RPG is a video game genre where you control a fictional character or characters on a quest in an imaginary world. RPGs usually have five basic elements that make them unique.
First, you can improve your character’s statistics or levels as you progress through the game.
Second, RPGs have a menu-based combat system with several choices of skills, spells, and active powers, as well as an active inventory system (where the inventory size remains fixed) with wearable equipment such as armor and weapons.
Third, there’s usually a central quest that runs throughout the game as a storyline, as well as additional optional side quests.
Fourth, you can interact with elements of the environment or storyline through additional abilities like lockpicking, disarming traps, and communication skills.
Finally, RPGs feature character classes that define the characteristics, skills, abilities, and spells of a character, such as a wizard, thief, or warrior. Although modern and hybrid RPGs may not necessarily have all of these elements, they usually feature one or two in combination with elements from other genres.
Although Redfall hasn’t been explicitly referred to as an RPG, it does incorporate certain features that are common in RPGs, such as the option to enhance your character’s skills and gear.
What Are the Categories of RPG Games?
Here’s a breakdown of the different types of RPG games available in the industry:
| Sub-Category | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Action RPGs | Games, where the emphasis is on the narrative rather than on the action elements, are usually lighter. The player must advance through the story by collecting certain items and special weapons, meeting key NPCs, or performing important tasks. | Diablo, Zelda, and Dark Souls franchises. |
| Strategy RPGs | Games mostly focused on combat aspects rather than narrative ones. Battles usually occur in real time, and the player frequently controls a single character rather than a party. | Neverwinter and Final Fantasy franchises, Rogue-like RPGs, and Tactical RPGs. |
| Adventure RPGs | Games where the emphasis is on the narrative rather than on the action elements are usually lighter. The player must advance through the story by collecting certain items and special weapons, meeting key NPCs, or performing important tasks. | Fable franchise, Divinity series, and some Metroidvania RPGs. |
| MMORPGs | Multiplayer games where large amounts of real-life players interact over a shared world in what is essentially an endless RPG. MMORPGs mix many different elements from the other sub-genres, although they’re usually very combat-oriented with a strong focus on collecting rare and powerful items to enhance the character’s abilities or appearance. | World of Warcraft, Ultima Online, and Guild Wars. |
The popularity of the role-playing concept assures that many more variations on the theme have yet to emerge. Whether you prefer to engage in real-time combat, strategic battles, immersive narratives, or endless multiplayer experiences, there’s an RPG game for everyone out there.
What Is Redfall’s Actual Genre?
Redfall’s genre is still unknown, but there are several theories. It could be an open-world shooter similar to Borderlands, or a Left 4 Dead-style game with vampires instead of zombies. However, the official website describes it as an FPS game with co-op and action elements, similar to Prey. There is no official mention of it being an RPG. It remains to be seen how immersive sim elements will be incorporated into the co-op experience, but we’re excited to find out.
Redfall Gameplay
Redfall’s gameplay is an action-packed urban fantasy, blending FPS elements with an open-world experience similar to Far Cry. Players will fight hordes of undead, taking on face-fulls of supernatural creatures and bosses like The Rook. The game emphasizes enabling powerful vampire-slaying fantasies, with players using stealth and a variety of weapons, powers, and skills for each character that can be combined in co-op for even more creative carnage.
The open-world map will feature both traditional missions and random encounters, allowing players to help civilians capture Redfall’s neighbourhoods. Boss fights with powerful elites of the vampire gods will be the final step in reclaiming each neighborhood, leading up to the endgame bosses of the vampire gods themselves.
In Conclusion
While Redfall’s exact genre remains somewhat of a mystery, it is clear that the game is a first-person shooter with a heavy emphasis on action and co-op play. The game is set in an open world, and players will face hordes of the undead as they attempt to reclaim Redfall from the vampires and their cultists neighborhood-by-neighborhood. While there have been no official mentions of Redfall being an RPG, there are some RPG-like elements, such as the ability to improve your character’s abilities and equipment. In short, Redfall seems to be shaping up to be an exciting and action-packed urban fantasy shooter, rather than a traditional RPG game.
