Top 5 Best ARPGs in 2022

Action RPGs have always had a fast-paced combat system mixed with a sense of adventure. Not to mention, ARPGs have always had risk versus reward gameplay, where loot is a big part of the progression.

If you’re looking for a new ARPG game to play during your time off, here’s a great list of games. These action-packed titles are perfect for a long weekend of gaming or even as a casual binge.

1. Diablo Series

We start off the list with one of the biggest names in the ARPG business – Diablo. Whether it’s roaming the wilderness and fighting Leoric’s minions in Diablo 1, or playing the latest Diablo 2: Resurrected, this game series is a sure hit with ARPG fans.

Diablo 3 also comes with season-exclusive rewards, that change every season. The latest season is 27, and it’s set to release on August 26.

Mobile gamers would have undoubtedly heard of Diablo Immortal, which has had a fair share of its Pay2win controversy. It’s also worth noting that Immortal can be played free without paying a cent.

What’s more? Diablo 4 is a few years away from launch. A good time to get into the Diablo series if you haven’t.

2. Path of Exile

What started as a Diablo 2 clone in the early days, is now a standalone behemoth of ARPG action. Path of Exile has grown heaps and beyond since launching in 2013.

Path of Exile is completely free to play as of 2022. There’s also a sequel – Path of Exile 2 set to launch.

The list of game modes in Path of Exile is overwhelming. Just to name a few –

• Delve
• Bestiary
• Harbinger
• Incursion
• Heist
• Breach
• Essence

And the latest one is – Lake of Kalandra, which is set to release on August 19. Like Diablo, PoE has a seasonal league system, which allows players to experience new additional content, with new league content every 3 months.

Path of Exile is best left to player experience but a fair warning, if you don’t have 1,000s of hours to sink in, the game can be excruciatingly hard to pick up and learn.

But still, it’s one of the best ARPGs to play in 2022.

3. Grim Dawn

Grim Dawn is an ARPG with elements similar to Path of Exile and Diablo. Almost a collision of these heavyweights. But what sets it apart from them, is its hybrid class system.

With its rich lore focusing on the war between humans and supernatural forces, Grim Dawn is ideal for players not looking to invest in a seasonal league system like the previous 2 games.

Players start with one class and can soon spec into multiple classes. Grim Dawn has several expansions to add to its in-game depth. From new areas to new classes, the game is always being developed.

4. Last Epoch

A lesser-known ARPG that’s taking adventures worldwide by storm. Last Epoch has 5 classes for players to choose from. It utilizes a time-based gameplay system. Much of the gameplay is similar to Diablo but it also comes with a unique set of endgame features – Monoliths and Lost Memories.

The whole game is based on time travel where players can go back and forth into different time periods of the same zones. The story can be altered by the player as they see fit.

Last Epoch is continuous development and is presently in ‘Steam Early Access’. Yet, buying it now offers you 100s of hours of gameplay.

5. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing series

The gothic world of Van Helsing is sure to please vampire fans with rich lore to boot and exceptional gameplay.

The game series already has 3 parts to its name. Buying the ‘Final Cut’ version on steam gives you the entire collection.

The gameplay sees Van Helsing and his ghostly companion – Katarina, trek over various Victorian-based areas. The game also comes with a high replay value and aesthetic customization.

Conclusion

We’ve taken only the finest gems within the dungeon crawler genre, to bring you the best ARPGs in 2022. While we intend to expand this collection over time, we hope you like loot-based games just as much as we.

Do enjoy this list of the best arpgs in 2022, and share your comments below.