In an effort to divert some discussion away from "Which game/console is best", I would like to ask people: What makes a good RPG?
In my opinion, a good RPG has to have at least good gameplay. I don't just mean "OMG, different type of turn-based battle", I also mean all the stuff in between. Sure, a game can have an amazing battle system, but without any sort of substance in between (say, shooting minigames in Zelda, or even some skills that don't involve battle ) I will quickly find the game to be boring.
Of course, other parts are important, like graphics and storyline, but for me gameplay is most important.
P.S. If you're going to reply saying, i think (insert word here) is important, at least explain why.
I think one of the best things that a RPG must have is a good costumize options (Armor, talents, Weapons, all that things) and have a good story that keeps you wanting to know whats next, and yeah a little dificult. Like I think some of us still play our old ff and that.
my favorite kind of RPG is when your actions depend on what kind of character you are and in turn affects the storyline. These have the best replayability because you can go through the game multiple times, all with different results
