A 75 minute HCG video?! I am absolutely going to love watching this, thanks Johnny!

This will be one of those classic videos I'll just revisit and have in the background while I'm working.

This video definitely took a lot of work, I'm sure. Really appreciate your love for rpgs and just video games in general. I had my notebook out, making sure I wrote down anything that needs to be added to my list. Thank you for doing what you do!

Final Fantast VIII is criminally underrated

What an absolute treat it is to take a break from a chaotic work week to relive a bit of my childhood and reminisce about the past. Thank you, Johnny, for giving me something to look forward to!

I remember buying Phantasy Star IV with my dad in the early 90s. It cost $99 at Toys R Us (in the states). Insane prices for 1993, but remember my dad mentioning it had a bunch of special chips, and was HUGE game.

So glad Legend of Dragoon was on your list. Fantastic list btw. I can’t wait to try the ones I haven’t played before after this video

I only found this channel about a year ago but I think it’s become my favorite gaming channel on KZfaq. You’re such a genuine guy

You could dang near make an entire top 50 list with the ps1/ps2 alone

Golden sun on the GBA is one of my fav RPGS of all time.

My childhood just flashed before my eyes. My love for RPG's started with Final Fatansy 2(4) and then I was hooked! I went Final Fantasy 3, Final Fantasy Mystic quest, Chrono trigger, Secret of Evermore, Secret of Mana and so many more! Legend of Dragoon was amazing, what a story, and I was a hugre fan of Lunar, traded my genesis and all games for the system and the game. Then went after the Sega Saturn so I could get to play Dragon Force on the system! I then imported a few games on the playstation 1, Xenogears, Final Fantasy Tactics, and Final Fantasy 7. Played and beat them all with help of online fan translation manuals! So many amazing games you covered and so many I have yet to try!

So much respect you mentioned every single game I loved playing, growing up. Even Grandia 2. I used video games to escape the abuse and hard times that jrpgs and rpg games have taken me away from. Legend of dragoon needs a remaster and a sequel, as it holds a special place in my heart.

I’ve got to say-I grew up during the N64 and GameCube era of video games. Then, school and life got in the way a bit. But starting again with the switch, I have developed that love for video games again. In recent years, I have discovered older games like Super Metroid, Earthbound, Mario RPG, the Castlevania series, A Link to the Past, Super Mario World, and Street Fighter 2. I’ve also played some newer titles like Triangle Strategy, Dragon Quest 11, Metroid Dread, Mario Odyssey, Mario Wonder, and Hallow Knight. This channel has introduced to many of the titles mentioned above. So I’m always stoked to hear your opinion on games you love!

Lufia 2 & Vagrant Story are highly underrated and never mentioned anywhere. Secret of Evermore is definitely a hidden gem and I'm so glad he mentioned Legend of Dragoon. It's a fantastic game that definitely needs a remaster

I didn't see your left hand in the thumbnail and thought you were doing a dab. 😂

Since you asked, Paper Mario the Thousand Year Door comes to my mind as my favorite RPG that unfortunately wasn't featured on this list but I completely understand. Everyone has their own taste and preferences and it was a joy and pleasure to see and listen to yours Johnny.

Legend of Dragoon, fave RPG of all time. So happy you put this in.

Awesome RPG video, Johnny. In a perfect world, your channel would have over 10 million subs from all the great content HCG has provided us over the years. Thank you!!!

So glad you mentioned The Legend of The Dragoon! That was my first rpg and my favorite of all time. I really didn't think you were going to mention it. 👍

i'm only 22 so don't know most of these and find older games a little tricky to play but i really need some pretty stories to play so i'll try some of these! tysm! 💕

This video could not have come out at a better time for me! I'm sick currently, so when I saw that John has posted over an hour long video, I made myself breakfast and watched this while laying in bed. I can honestly say I'm feeling a little better now, thank you Johnny! (And greetings from Mexico!)

So glad this is the mysterious project you were working on. I don’t think there’s a better person qualified to talk about the top RPG’s over the decades!

Excellent video man. Here's my absolute top rpgs for each console: NES: Destiny Of An Emperor Genesis: Shining Force 1 n 2, Phantasy Star 4 SNES: FF 2, FF 3, Secret Of Mana, Chrono Trigger, Ogre Battle Ps1: FF Tactics, FF7, Mega Man Legends, Arc The Lad 2, Suikoden 2, Parasite Eve 1, Persona 2, Valkyrie Profile N64: Ogre Battle 64 PS2: FF 10, Shadow Hearts 1 and 2, Persona 3 FES GC: Skies Of Arcadia Dreamcast: Grandia 2 Xbox: Kotor 1 Xbox 360: Lost Odyssey, Resonance Of Fate, Dark Souls, South Park Stick Of Truth, Fallout 3 Wii: Xenoblade Chronicles PS4: Tactics Ogre Reborn, Nier Automata, Yakuza Like A Dragon, Bloodborne. And maaan, don't even get me started on the handhelds list.

Great video, as always! Love hearing about others who loved Earthbound at the time. I remember being 12 years old and seeing the Earthbound preview in nintendo power, and it blew me away. The clay art style and the modern setting just looked so cool and different. I must have read that issue dozens of times. I saved up all my money and bought it at release. Playing it was everything I had hoped it would be, and more. I even took the strategy guide to school in my backpack every day to read during breaks! Which I kinda regret now, as its falling apart, lol. So many happy memories of that game and playing it with my brothers and friends. I don't think I could ever sell my copy, it just means to much to me. 😁

An hour of RPG talk with the guy who got me interested in the genre in the first place? Sounds like heaven to me!

I played Earthbound for the first time this year and its aged spectacularly. So awesome to hear you talk so highly about it

I listened to this while I rebalanced my stock portfolio and such. Very great picks!!! This was relaxing to listen to!!!

Never seen your content before but your efforts are commendable. Thumbs up from me!

The music in the background couldn't be better. So nostalgic

Over an hour breaking down the greatest RPG's of all time? Can't wait to dive into this video later

1:04:15 *The Legend Of Dragoon* looks so good I pray they remake it or remaster it someday. I will have to check out 57:50 *Parasite Eve 1 and 2* so thanks man and hope it gets a remake or remaster one day. Also I hope 38:15 *Lost Odyssey* gets a remake or remaster as well because it looks beautiful.

There is not a single frame you could show from Chrono Trigger that won't bring joy to anyone who has played Chrono Trigger. That game truly was a masterpiece.

1.DQIV...2.Earthbound...3.Chrono Trigger...4.FFVI...5.Secret of Mana

I could listen to Johnny talk about RPGs for hours. Hell, give us 50 more, Johnny!

really enjoyed listening to this episode. Some of my favorites that were not included: SaGa Frontier, Mana Khemia: alchemists of al-revis, and Sea of Stars

Your passion/enthusiasm/knowledge always shine through and bring a smile to the face. Keep being you, sir!!

This is such a fantastic video! I loved every minute of reminiscing on all these awesome games that hold so much weight in my gaming journey as well. The art and music alone for so many of these games just blow me away even still.

Top 50! I always struggle to sort my top 10, or even top 15 without rearranging it every few weeks. Looking forward to this!

Can I just say how genuinely HAPPY this video made me? Like thinking back to the first time I stepped into all of these worlds and stories and amazing characters even the artwork, everything. You just reminded me of what I’ve loved about RPG’s from the beginning and what continues to thrill me about them. This was an amazing list. Thank you 🙏🏿 😌

I’ll say Johnny you’re channel is the reason I found a love for RPG’s Whether you're talking about playing Phantasy Star for the first time or discussing your love for an obscure series, it’s always a pleasure to hear about whatever topic you discuss Hearing your passion for this specific genre opened my eyes to a world of games I never knew existed when I was younger.

Long time subscriber, and this channel is going from strength to strength. Loving the recent change in content whilst still being the HCG we all love

“Sold my entire collection for this game! Was it worth it? ……Yes!” Somebody get Andrew on the phone for his opinion on the game 🤣 🤣 🤣

Great list. I just missed Valkyrie Profile 2 and Lufia 2.

I love your passion for the same type of games I love and have enjoyed. Thanks for this video, reminds me of all the sweet memories I have of me and my older late older brother....miss him and those times.

Really loved having a long episode this Sunday. Thanks Johnny!

*THIS* is deserving of the Doritos and Mountain Dew!

Personal favorite all time is Suikoden. Good story, not TOO long, and epic soundtrack

Thanks for giving all the xeno games Justice! Absolutely loved your list! Me and my Girlfriend recently started playing dragon’s crown because of your videos ❤

This is definitely going on repeat. Awesome video!

Thank you Johnny!! I have been watching you for many years and it was so great to hear you finally bring up The Legend of Dragoon. It was the first RPG I ever got into when I was younger and is one of my favorite games of all time!

What a wonderful video! Thank you so much for making it. I really enjoying looking back at my favorite games and sharing similar memories and feelings, and yet also seeing games that I missed and what could have been if I had chosen to play them. A lot of them are now on my list to try. Happy to subscribe after watching this.

How did I miss this video last week?!

You really went above and beyond with this video. Thank you Johnny.

Been watching your channel for years Johnny, and I been waiting for a big top RPG list like this for awhile. Good Stuff!

ive been a fan for a really long time now, but that hair style is wild lmao. Jokes aside hope your doin well, great videos

I never had my RPG backlog completed. Glad you’re still making videos!

Now THIS is good content! Can't wait to see the games you have on this list!!

I read the title of the video and a wide smile spread across my face. Thanks for such a mammoth treat here, much appreciated John!

Absolutely LOVED the Lunar games. Played them both on Sega CD. So awesome. Miss those games . . .

My dude! Where is the Witcher 3?! I’m from Poland and it is in our constitution that we have to mention the Witcher 3 every time someone makes a list of games XD. Absolutely loved the video!

Skies of Arcadia _and_ Grandia II are underrated TBH

So hyped for this. Respect for the sheer volume of work. You the man.

My bank balance groans every time Johnny makes one of these videos.

Mad respect for including Legend of Dragoon on your list

Great list, but The Witcher 3 is sorely missed. My favorite game of all time

I’m 31 years old and have been watching for probably 10 years now. I couldn’t care less about RPGs but this was a great video. Keep it up!!!

Chrono Cross has the most beautiful music of any game I can think of. I listen to that sound track constantly.

It took me a couple of days to finish this video. It is amazing how much you know, really know this RPGS. You can tell he really played and finished all those games. AWESOME video. Thank you so much for sharing it.

An hour long HappyConsoleGamer episode?! YES PLEASE!

Johnny I am SO glad you included Tales of Arise. I absolutely fell in love with that game. So good. Thanks for the great list!

Mass Effect, Valkyria Chronicles, and Metal Max are some of my faves.

Got some great recommendations from this that I'm definitely going back to try. Great vid... you have a new subscriber! :)

An hour long video is so awesome, thanks Johnny!

For my list I’d definitely have Final Fantasy Tactics, Ogre Battle 64, Golden Sun, and Valkyria Chronicles. But glad to see Star Ocean and Suikoden on the list.

Johnny, this is my 2nd watch through of this video and i feel the need to comment on how much i love this video. Theres a few videos that i watch a couple times a year of yours, mainly the Christmas specials. I love the RPG genre and it has brough alot of happiness to my life throughout the years. I recently have gotten alot of PS1 RPGs mainly because i value your opinion on games alot as it seems we have the same taste in games. I loved going through memory lane with this video with you going through all of the old final fantasies and what not. Chrono trigger would have to be one of the tops for me and i think a replay is needed on it. I just wanted you to know how much i enjoyed this video and how much i love the channel. Thank you so much for continuing to put out videos :D

Wow. That was a truly awesome video. Thanks for spending so much time with us. I wish I had even half your capacity for remembering. 😁

I'm a simple man. I see a video from Happy Console Gamer. It's 75 minutes. I'm happy.

I loved your video. It was wonderful to see your list. Truthfully I was shocked about No Fire Emblem games. I understand you only had so many. Thanks Johnny.

I haven’t played all the games on your list. But the ones I did… your reactions and memories are almost exactly like mine! Phantasy Star(s), Y’s, Arcadia, Oblivion, KOTOR, Lost Odyssey etc. I am right there with you! What awesome memories. Thank you!

Came here to say Lost Odyssey glad you played it.

We need a HCG RPG checklist. Itrust your recommendations way more than those gaming sites.

Nice video. I love RPGs and I haven't been able to play all of these 50. Great stories and great nostalgic moments come from those games. I will also add the Mass Effect trilogy (yes, only the first 3). They deserve a place in every player library.

Just so you know I watched this video multiple times I think longer videos every once in a while is a good thing.

Secret of Evermore! I love the quirky writing/story, the soundtrack and ambiance is amazing, it has such a special place in my heart.

Oh man.. 1989, 10yrs old and getting a nes for my birthday.. I rip everything open, hook it up... my first game..... dragon warrior..and I hated it. My dad told me to give it a shot and try it out... and I got sucked in, so many fond memories playing that game with friends.. to this day, if I'm in a game store, and I see that cart, I can't help but smile.

Fantastic list john! Love Xenogears, Tactics Ogre, FF7 the best!

Over 1 hour long. Johnny you spoil us. Thanks for making a video showing you Favourite JRPGS. These are my favourite kind of videos, Please make more. Next video idea: Best storylines in video games list

I have been a huge fan of yours for a couple of years. I love the stories you share about these games you love. You have opened my eyes to many games I would not have traditionally played! I hope to try even more games you have to share! Knights of the old republic is one of the epic RPG's I first played when I was about 12!

Thank you for all your work Johnny. You made my Sunday morning with this one!

Love this video. I hope you do more about other genres of video games.

I thought I had passion for gaming but wow your passion for games is on another level. Love your content

Great video! Considering your love of the Shining Force games, I'm surprised that none of the big tactical RPGs made your list, such as Final Fantasy Tactics or Fire Emblem.

"I wish I could do 50..." We're not stopping you. We're ALL here for that. I'd watch it. Three times. We all love you Cheers, mate. Maybe we can see Mrs. HCG's list. And 29 years from now... HCG Jr's list!!!

Lost odyssey is for sale on the xbox market and often goes on sale for about 7$ Johnnys right this game is an incredible RPG. if you own an xbox you owe it to yourself to play this game

Dragon Age: Origins not being here is criminal

Surprised how little I see Lunar the Silver Star mentioned in these. It's an absolute must play classic.

Knights of the Old Republic 1 and 2 gotta be on there. My favorite Star Wars things period. So so so so good.

An hour long video of HCG talking about his favorite RPGs. Thank You

Excellent list. I, too, had my first RPG experiences with Dragon Warrior (Quest) and Phantasy Star. I played them almost back to back. And to think, years later, there'd be so many wonderful role playing games, both eastern and western, to choose from. Thanks, Johnny!

Objectively, I think the original Baldurs Gate cycle (1,2 and Throne of Bhaal) are my personal favorite RPGs. There's games with better writing, better characters, better graphics etc, but BG has the complete package in my book. That said, there is one story and title I always bring up when it comes to best RPGs: the Neverwinter Nights 2 expansion Storm of Zehir. People raise their eyebrows at this, and I completely understand why. The reason it's so close to my heart is purely personal. You see, I have a party of D&D adventurers that I've been writing stories about for most of my life, but because of some exotic character races and class conbinations I had never been able to play all of them in the same party in a video game... until SOZ. Thanks to a selection of mods, I was able to play all of them, in the same party, and as the races and classes they were supposed to be for the first time. It was a special experience for me, and one I'll always cherish.