Progression can make or break a turn-based RPG. This corner of the role-playing genre is especially dependent on a sense of growth and forward momentum, since fresh strategies are born from the "tools" the player is given, whether that be a new party member, attack type, or buff.
As such, the turn-based games that feature the most robust, nuanced, or innovative progression mechanics are also often the best. Sometimes, great progression can stem from creative or unusual concepts—the recent Mewgenics is a good example of this—but other times, a strong understanding of fundamentals is what sets an RPG's progression systems apart. Here's a selection of seven turn-based games that, one way or another, typify the notion of "perfect" progression, through leveling, gear, or other avenues.
Metaphor: ReFantazio is the best Atlus RPG, in my opinion, and its progression and build-crafting systems have a lot to do with that designation. Rather than the more RNG-based, Pokemon-inspired features of the Persona and Shin Megami Tensei games, Metaphor: ReFantazio introduces the Archetype system, which is essentially a classic RPG job framework, but injected with Atlus' iconic social sim and time management elements.
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The result is a game whose progression feels simultaneously purposeful and boundless. Every action the player chooses to take outside battle will have a meaningful impact on one or more of their/their allies' Archetypes or stats, which only makes it more exciting when you leave the tranquility of non-combat zones for battle.
I hesitated to include such a recent game in this list, but after playing dozens of hours of Star Wars Zero Company, I have no doubt that it belongs here. The game doesn't have an especially sophisticated or complex progression model, but it's surprisingly expansive and extensive, allowing you to craft an ever-improving squad of sci-fi heroes.
Zero Company's bond-based progression is its greatest stroke of genius in this area. When two squadmates interact (e.g. by healing or buffing each other), they will increase their specific bond level, and permanent buffs are conferred for each level-up. Not only does this make for consistent improvement, but it also encourages experimenting with different party compositions.
Leveling up is supposed to be exciting, but precious few RPGs actually make it so. They might give you an increase in your stats, or skill points to spend on upgrades, but leveling usually becomes a more cumulative process, where several level-ups combine for significant change over time. Baldur's Gate 3 makes leveling up momentous.
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