Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I thought RPGs were boring..
Then I played one game that completely changed how I look at video games!
This is the story of how I went from avoiding RPGs to becoming obsessed with RPGs, JRPGs, and discovering incredible adventures I almost missed out on ...
📺 Explore more RPG insights here:
➤ youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7G1v-YXxUaDAxo9Hti_20su5MTiKYfNp&si=GBVvRLKe4UU_mz9n
🎮 ABOUT THIS VIDEO
In this video, I share my journey from casual gamer to RPG fanatic — the games that sucked me in, the emotional highs, and the moment I realized RPGs aren’t slow… they’re life-changing.
Whether you’ve never clicked with RPGs or are curious why this genre hooks people so deeply, you’ll discover insights about turn-based epics, tactical adventures, and life-sim RPGs. This video covers the games that opened the door for me and shows why RPGs can transform how you experience gaming.
If you’re enjoying the content, liking and subscribing keeps the adventure going. ⚔️
🎮 GAMES & TOPICS COVERED
💥 Games I fell in love with in 2025–2026:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Persona 5 Royal, Octopath Traveler, Dragon Quest III HD-2D, Raidou Kuzunoha Remastered, Lost Soul Aside, Monster Hunter Stories 1, Unicorn Overlord, Tales of Arise, Scarlet Nexus, and more.
Focus / Subject: RPG discovery, genre insights, beginner to expert tips
Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, Steam
Developer / Publisher: Various
Vibes / Style: Emotional, story-driven, tactical, immersive, Action RPG, Tactical RPG, Indie RPG
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#RPGs #JRPG #ClairObscur #Persona5Royal #DragonQuestIII #OctopathTraveler #GamingTransformation #RPGBeginnerGuide #TacticalRPG #RPG2026
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🕰️ TimeStamps:
0:00 – I Used to Hate RPGs (Shooter Gamer Confession)
0:16 – Channel Evolution: From Chaos to RPG Focus
1:12 – Why RPGs Felt “Too Slow”
2:27 – Why I Quit Final Fantasy VII Remake
2:57 – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Changed Everything
3:25 – The Combat That Hooked Me
4:20 – Emotional Ending Reaction
5:06 – 55+ Hours in Clair Obscur Explained
5:45 – Persona 5 Royal Took Over My Life
6:18 – My First Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
6:47 – The RPG Rabbit Hole Begins
7:06 – Turn-Based vs Action RPG Realization
7:29 – RPG Depth: Builds, Strategy & Skill Trees
7:43 – Why RPG Worlds Feel Alive
8:04 – If You Think RPGs Aren’t For You
8:45 – The Future of This RPG Channel
9:13 – Join the RPG Community (Twitch & Discord)
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Games In Order of Appearance On Screen
1. Persona 5 Royal
2. Warhammer 40K: Darktide
3. DOOM (2016)
4. FNAF: Security Breach
5. Sonic X Shadow Generations
6. Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army
7. Tales of Arise
8. Demonschool
9. Jeanna d’Arc
10. Lost Soul Aside
11. Call of Duty : Black Ops 6 (Zombies)
12. XenoBlade Chronicles X
13. Final Fantasy VII Remake
14. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
15. Killing Floor 3
16. Alone In The Dark (2024)
17. Marvel Tokkon: Fighting Souls
18. P5R
19. Octopath Traveler 2
20. Dragon Quest III - HD-2D Remake
21. LSA
22. Persona 5 Tactica
23. Monster Hunter Stories 1
24. NOexistenceN Morphean Paradox: The Forest of Silver Shallots
25. Scarlet Nexus
26. YS IX: Monstrum Nox
27. The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak II
28. Biomutant
29. Trails Beyond The Horizon
30. Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion
31. Duet Night Abyss
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how to get into RPGs, emotional RPG moments, first RPG experience, best starter RPGs, RPGs that change your mind, JRPG for beginners, tactical RPG explained, story-driven RPG games, must-play RPGs 2026, RPG immersion, RPG worldbuilding, RPG character attachment, indie RPGs 2026, underrated RPG games, classic vs modern RPGs, how to get into RPGs in 2026, how to get into RPGs in your late 20s, how to get into RPGs in your early 30s
I thought RPGs were boring..
Then I played one game that completely changed how I look at video games!
This is the story of how I went from avoiding RPGs to becoming obsessed with RPGs, JRPGs, and discovering incredible adventures I almost missed out on ...
📺 Explore more RPG insights here:
➤ youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7G1v-YXxUaDAxo9Hti_20su5MTiKYfNp&si=GBVvRLKe4UU_mz9n
🎮 ABOUT THIS VIDEO
In this video, I share my journey from casual gamer to RPG fanatic — the games that sucked me in, the emotional highs, and the moment I realized RPGs aren’t slow… they’re life-changing.
Whether you’ve never clicked with RPGs or are curious why this genre hooks people so deeply, you’ll discover insights about turn-based epics, tactical adventures, and life-sim RPGs. This video covers the games that opened the door for me and shows why RPGs can transform how you experience gaming.
If you’re enjoying the content, liking and subscribing keeps the adventure going. ⚔️
🎮 GAMES & TOPICS COVERED
💥 Games I fell in love with in 2025–2026:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Persona 5 Royal, Octopath Traveler, Dragon Quest III HD-2D, Raidou Kuzunoha Remastered, Lost Soul Aside, Monster Hunter Stories 1, Unicorn Overlord, Tales of Arise, Scarlet Nexus, and more.
Focus / Subject: RPG discovery, genre insights, beginner to expert tips
Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, Steam
Developer / Publisher: Various
Vibes / Style: Emotional, story-driven, tactical, immersive, Action RPG, Tactical RPG, Indie RPG
🛡️ SIDEQUEST HUB
➤ Become a Member: youtube.com/channel/UCq9IVFhO3j7DCfnto3_9j8g/join
➤ Discord: discord.com/invite/H2e3hJYnMK
➤ Twitch: twitch.tv/bc_sidequest
➤ TikTok: tiktok.com/@bc_sidequest?_r=1&_t=ZP-9338b2MrE4t
➤ Buy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/bcsidequest
#RPGs #JRPG #ClairObscur #Persona5Royal #DragonQuestIII #OctopathTraveler #GamingTransformation #RPGBeginnerGuide #TacticalRPG #RPG2026
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🕰️ TimeStamps:
0:00 – I Used to Hate RPGs (Shooter Gamer Confession)
0:16 – Channel Evolution: From Chaos to RPG Focus
1:12 – Why RPGs Felt “Too Slow”
2:27 – Why I Quit Final Fantasy VII Remake
2:57 – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Changed Everything
3:25 – The Combat That Hooked Me
4:20 – Emotional Ending Reaction
5:06 – 55+ Hours in Clair Obscur Explained
5:45 – Persona 5 Royal Took Over My Life
6:18 – My First Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
6:47 – The RPG Rabbit Hole Begins
7:06 – Turn-Based vs Action RPG Realization
7:29 – RPG Depth: Builds, Strategy & Skill Trees
7:43 – Why RPG Worlds Feel Alive
8:04 – If You Think RPGs Aren’t For You
8:45 – The Future of This RPG Channel
9:13 – Join the RPG Community (Twitch & Discord)
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.
.
Games In Order of Appearance On Screen
1. Persona 5 Royal
2. Warhammer 40K: Darktide
3. DOOM (2016)
4. FNAF: Security Breach
5. Sonic X Shadow Generations
6. Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army
7. Tales of Arise
8. Demonschool
9. Jeanna d’Arc
10. Lost Soul Aside
11. Call of Duty : Black Ops 6 (Zombies)
12. XenoBlade Chronicles X
13. Final Fantasy VII Remake
14. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
15. Killing Floor 3
16. Alone In The Dark (2024)
17. Marvel Tokkon: Fighting Souls
18. P5R
19. Octopath Traveler 2
20. Dragon Quest III - HD-2D Remake
21. LSA
22. Persona 5 Tactica
23. Monster Hunter Stories 1
24. NOexistenceN Morphean Paradox: The Forest of Silver Shallots
25. Scarlet Nexus
26. YS IX: Monstrum Nox
27. The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak II
28. Biomutant
29. Trails Beyond The Horizon
30. Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion
31. Duet Night Abyss
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.
how to get into RPGs, emotional RPG moments, first RPG experience, best starter RPGs, RPGs that change your mind, JRPG for beginners, tactical RPG explained, story-driven RPG games, must-play RPGs 2026, RPG immersion, RPG worldbuilding, RPG character attachment, indie RPGs 2026, underrated RPG games, classic vs modern RPGs, how to get into RPGs in 2026, how to get into RPGs in your late 20s, how to get into RPGs in your early 30s
