RPG

What does RPG stand for?

Role-playing game

RPG stands for role-playing game, which is a game where you take on the role of a character. Some popular examples of RPGs include Dungeons & Dragons, Final Fantasy, and World of Warcraft.

There are different types of RPGs including tabletop, live action, and video games. A tabletop RPG is performed through discussion, whereas live action (LARP) is performed through actual physical interaction.

Example

Final Fantasy III for the Super Nintendo was the best RPG video game of all-time
RPG means
RPG means Role-playing game

Related Slang

MMORPGMassively multiplayer online role-playing game
MMOMassively multiplayer online
MOBAMultiplayer online battle arena
RTSReal-time strategy
FPSFirst-person shooter
RPRoleplay
RPCRole play chat
larperLive action role-player
WOWWorld of Warcraft
D&DDungeons and Dragons

Categories

General
Online GamingWorld of Warcraft
Updated August 25, 2016

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