author: Paul Musiolik
10 Best RPGs of 2023 - Editors' Choice
There's no point in keeping you in the dark. Yes, Baldur's Gate 3 has claimed the title of best RPG of 2023. However, there may already be surprises in the other nine positions.
8. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
Number of points scored: 43
I felt disappointed when Team Ninja studio announced that it was ending the Nioh brand for good. However, it soon became clear that they weren't done with the soulslike genre, and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty will continue the path of its "predecessors." It was rather successful, although for some unknown reason, this game went by without much of a response. Based on the reviews and player feedback, it seems that the combat system and character development, as well as the vertical level designs, diverse loot, and boss fights, were well-received by everyone. However, this title may be too easy for many genre enthusiasts.
The developers didn't give up on the game even though the sales of Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty were visibly weaker. On the contrary, they put in a lot of effort to refine their game, releasing patches every few weeks. In the end, Wo Long didn't revolutionize the genre, but it's still a strong title that should be on fans' radar.