Dragon's Dogma Dark Arisen (PC)

The open world feels alive and dangerous; I love how a simple trek to a new quest marker can turn into a desperate fight against a griffin or a cyclops. The Pawn system is genuinely useful, letting me summon a helper who actually learns from my playstyle.

The pawn system is incredibly well-implemented; I spent hours just watching my hired companions learn from each other in battle. Climbing onto a griffin mid-flight and stabbing it in the heart is one of the most satisfying moments I've had in any RPG.

The pawn system is genuinely clever—having a custom AI ally that learns from your playstyle makes the solo adventures feel alive. The open world is packed with secrets and tough fights that actually punish you for getting cocky.