Kingdom Come: Deliverance Dev Calls Out RPGs 'for Teenagers' That Just Focus on 'Power Fantasy'

Warhorse Studios co-founder Martin Klima has expressed his frustration with RPGs that offer a "power fantasy" experience, primarily aimed at teenagers. In an interview with PC Gamer, Klima criticized the genre for its repetitive nature and lack of innovation. He lamented that many RPGs simply involve the player as the "chosen one," tasked with saving the universe, which he finds tiresome and unoriginal.

Klima acknowledged his enjoyment of the role-playing genre but expressed dissatisfaction with the current trends. He argued that the majority of modern RPGs are still designed for teenage audiences, perpetuating the same formula that has been recycled by major publishers. Ubisoft, in particular, came under criticism for producing high-quality games that are mostly free of bugs and feature impressive visuals, yet lacking in innovation.

Despite the publisher's excellent craftsmanship, Klima yearned for more daring and groundbreaking ideas in the industry. He reminisced about the early iterations of popular games like Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Watch Dogs, which he found enjoyable in their initial releases. However, he noted that playing the same games repeatedly can lead to a sense of staleness.

Klima hopes that the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 will challenge the status quo and pave the way for higher game prices, encouraging developers to take more financial risks and explore new storytelling approaches. He expressed his disappointment in the stagnation of the RPG genre and expressed a desire for something fresh and exciting to captivate a more mature audience.