5 Best RPGs Where You Play As A God

The RPG genre is arguably the largest and most complete in the world of gaming, as it can be combined with almost any other genre, and offers players hours of unending fun, as well as tons of replay value. Regardless of the concept an RPG is based on, it’s almost an absolute guarantee that there will be something for players to enjoy.

This is especially true when it comes to titles where players can not only explore the nearly endless possibilities the RPG genre offers, but also play as powerful deities and godlike figures. To reminisce on some of the titles that fall into this category, here are some of the best RPGs where players take on the role of a god.

5 Too Human

Ancient Norse Gods With Cybernetic Augmentations

• The game combines Norse mythology with Sci-Fi elements
• Great combat system combining ranged and melee attacks

Too Human takes on two very different concepts that would normally bump into each other. However, in this title, they work very well to deliver an overall enjoyable experience. Players will take on the role of Baldur, one of the Aesir gods who, along with other deities, has been cybernetically enhanced in a world where technology, science fiction, and ancient Norse mythology go hand in hand.

The game combines a fair share of RPG elements with melee and ranged attack systems. It heavily focuses on combo-driven mechanics and explores the complex themes of fate and the relationship between humanity and technology—all packed into an epic Sci-Fi adventure that players will absolutely love.

4 Okami

An Awesome Take On Shinto Mythology

• Heavily based on Japanese Shinto mythology
• Players can use Amaterasu’s Celestial Brush for various purposes

Okami is an ideal game for players who love ancient Japanese mythology, specifically that of the Shinto religion. Taking on the role of Amaterasu, the Sun Goddess in her white wolf form, players will explore a world full of life, obscure dangers, and a lot of action. Tasked with thwarting the plans of the evil demon Yami, players will interact with the world and the environment in several godlike ways, including being able to summon the wind and sprout trees out of nowhere.

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A couple of the greatest aspects of this game are its vibrant hand-drawn style and the ability to draw symbols with Amaterasu’s Celestial Brush that activate divine powers. As the story progresses, players will have to solve various puzzles and engage in adrenaline-rushing combat that always feels exciting and fresh.

3 Black & White

Players Get To Roleplay As Mighty Gods

• The game lacks many RPG elements, but allows players to roleplay as gods themselves
• Players can change the world around them to improve their chances of success

While Black & White might not have the textbook elements required to be considered an RPG by definition, the way it allows players to interact with the world and take control over it, arguably makes it one. Unlike other titles on this list, players don’t take control of a god character implemented into the game but rather act as a god themselves. By being able to control nearly every element in the world at their disposal, players are basically role-playing as the all-mighty deity in the Black & White universe.

The game allows players to transform the world around them, making it possible to raise mountains, create storms out of nowhere and even hurl objects from one side of the world to the other. While having more RPG elements present would make the game feel more complete, few things can match the feeling of being the all-mighty being in a universe full of followers ready to serve.

2 Hades

A Fast-Paced RPG With Strong Hack & Slash Elements

• Hack-and-Slash combat mechanics
• Strong influence of Greek mythology

Combining both roguelike and action RPG elements, Hades offers an exciting game experience that lets players take control of a character named Zagreus, the rebellious son of Hades. Players will have to try to escape the Underworld in an effort to reach Mount Olympus and find Zagreus’ mother, Persephone. Along the way, players will receive help from certain gods from the Greek pantheon while facing opposition from a few others.

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Hades is great because it features complex RPG mechanics that allow players to unlock godlike abilities from deities such as Athena, Zeus, and Poseidon—all while also allowing them to interact with various other characters in this universe. On top of that, the game features a complete hack-and-slash combat system with great weapons that works very well with its concept and delivers an overall enjoyable gaming experience.

1 Thea: The Awakening

An Interesting Title With Slavic Mythology Elements

• Players can use their godlike influence to change the game’s outcome
• The game blends RPG, strategy, and survival elements very well

Thea: The Awakening is heavily based on Slavic mythology, allowing players to take on the role of a deity that oversees a small group of survivors in a magical world. Players can use their godlike influence to guide their people through various tasks, such as resource gathering and management, combat and general survival tactics.

This game blends RPG, strategy, and survival elements masterfully, delivering an overall enjoyable experience that every player should try at least once. As the game progresses, players will be able to unlock more divine abilities that allow them to interact further with the world around them and their followers.

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