There have been many vampire games released over the years, but surprisingly few that are truly immersive role-playing experiences. As a longtime fan of vampires, I’m always searching for games with compelling stories and rich lore. That’s what drew me to the Vampire: The Masquerade tabletop RPG and, later, Bloodlines. Even though I enjoyed playing Bloodlines 2 despite its issues, it left me wanting a more fully realized vampire game.
Tabletop role-playing games, like Dungeons & Dragons and Vampire: The Masquerade, are enjoyable because they let you create your own unique story. While they have rules and often follow a pre-written campaign, the real fun comes from exploring the world and shaping the narrative with the Game Master and other players. When I played Bloodlines 2, I found myself wishing for that same level of freedom and creativity. Although the game lets you explore Seattle and make choices, I kept imagining a more open-world vampire game, similar to Hogwarts Legacy, where I had even more control over my character and the story.
Vampire Games Have Pretty Much Always Been Hit or Miss
The original Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines is a well-regarded vampire game, but it needs several fan-made fixes to run smoothly. Bloodlines 2, on the other hand, performs much better right away, although it has a few occasional hiccups. The game lets you customize your character, Phyre, with some roleplaying choices, but you don’t have a huge amount of control over their overall story. It made me wish for the detailed character creation found in RPGs like Baldur’s Gate 3, where you can really build a character from the ground up.
Despite the complicated development of Bloodlines, vampire-themed games have a long and impressive history. Traditionally, many popular titles like Castlevania and Vampire Survivors focus on hunting vampires rather than playing as one. However, newer games such as V Rising and Vampyr provide engaging role-playing experiences that will appeal to fans of vampire RPGs.
I’ve realized I’m really hoping for a game that combines the best parts of RPGs and life simulations, specifically centered around being a vampire. I want something with more depth than the vampires in The Sims 4, but isn’t as focused on violence as Bloodlines 2 often is. I’d love to explore a large, open world where I can navigate the complex social politics of keeping the vampire world hidden, and make my own choices about how to do it. I want to be able to use my vampire abilities for things other than fighting – like talking my way out of trouble. And it would be great to have options for getting blood ethically, like from blood banks or animals, if I prefer. Basically, I’m dreaming of a relaxing, open-world vampire RPG in the style of Hogwarts Legacy.
Dark and Gritty Vampires Are Well And Good, But Let Me Decide How to Stalk the Night
I enjoy vampire stories, but I don’t really like excessive violence or scary horror. While playing Bloodlines 2, some of the gore felt over the top. More than that, though, I wished there were more opportunities to resolve problems through conversation instead of fighting. I often prefer talking my way out of trouble in tabletop role-playing games, and it was disappointing that Bloodlines 2, despite being based on one, didn’t offer that option very often.
The combat in Bloodlines 2 is challenging, but rewarding once you learn the ropes. However, I found myself wishing for more variety, as most encounters involved simply fighting waves of enemies. I was hoping to use my vampire abilities for things like social manipulation and navigating political intrigue, beyond just the main character interactions. Thankfully, the dialogue system, though a little old-fashioned, allowed for meaningful choices about my vampire’s faction. I’m eager to see more depth in these areas.
The next vampire game should really let players have more control and feel truly immersed in the world. I’m hoping for a deep RPG system with a robust skill tree, and the ability to use vampire powers in creative ways, not just for fighting. I’d love to explore a world brimming with side quests and unexpected discoveries, all while playing a fully customizable vampire character. It feels achievable – games like Skyrim and Hogwarts Legacy have successfully created similar experiences, and other popular franchises are heading in that direction. Why can’t vampire games offer the same level of freedom and depth?
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