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10 Classic '90s RPGs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine, Ranked

RPGs from the 1990s were some of the most pivotal games in history.

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RPGs from the 1990s were some of the most pivotal games in history.

The short version

  • Here are 10 classic 1990s RPGs that are so good they don't need a remake.
  • The 1990s proved a pivotal decade for gaming, fueled by technological advancements and new businesses that would go on to leave a lasting impact on the industry.
  • The '90s saw the release of both the original Sony PlayStation (1995) and the Nintendo 64 (1996) which brought iconic titles such as Super Mario 64, Resident Evil, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.

What happened

New opportunities in the '90s also helped pave the way for RPGs, and although countless technological advancements have been made in the past three decades, many of those games are still worth playing today. The games are just that good — and several of them also helped provide the framework for modern titles.

Why it matters

Perhaps the most enduring quality of Chrono Trigger, even after 30 years, is its replayability.

Summary by Nerd News Network. Read the full article at Polygon via the links above and below.

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