Most video games cast us as the main character saving the world.
Whether it’s a classic zero-to-hero tale or a story about discovering secret powers that make us the chosen one, the goal is usually the same: stop the evil, save the kingdom, and restore peace. But some titles flip the script — instead of saving the realm… you’re here to tear it down!
Playing as a rebel hits differently than being the prophesied savior. You don’t have the kingdom’s support, mystical powers, a loyal army at your back, or plot amour protecting your every move.
All you’ve got is determination, wits, and the belief that what you’re doing matters. And often — it’s because of you that things begin to change. Curious about the best games where you can be a rebel against an empire? Let’s dive in!
What We Were Looking For?
For this list, we focused on titles where rebellion isn’t just a plot device, a side quest, or a prologue chapter. It’s a core part of the experience and deeply tied to the identity of the main character. These are games that throw you into the heart of a fight against the system — whether that’s a totalitarian regime, a corrupt ruling class, or a dystopian mega-corporation.
We looked for games where resistance actually matters — where your actions have an impact on the game world, where you get to make choices, sneak behind enemy lines, or go full throttle dismantling the machinery of oppression. Because maybe, just perhaps, breaking the system is the only way to save yourself, your people, or what you believe in.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Release Date: November 15, 2019
Genres: Adventure
Half-Life 2
Release Date: November 16, 2004
Genres: Shooter
Dishonored 2
Release Date: November 11, 2016
Genres: Shooter, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Bioshock Infinite
Release Date: March 25, 2013
Genres: Shooter, Adventure
Dishonored - Definitive Edition
Release Date: October 11, 2012
Genres: Adventure, Shooter
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II
Release Date: October 26, 2010
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars
Release Date: March 22, 2011
Genres: Platform, Real Time Strategy (RTS), Adventure
Star Wars Battlefront
Release Date: November 17, 2015
Genres: Shooter
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
Release Date: April 05, 2022
Genres: Puzzle, Adventure
Dragon Age: Inquisition
Release Date: November 20, 2014
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Tactical, Adventure
Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus
Release Date: October 27, 2017
Genres: Shooter, Adventure
Persona 5 Tactica
Release Date: November 17, 2023
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy, Tactical
The Saboteur
Release Date: December 01, 2009
Genres: Shooter, Role-playing (RPG), Tactical, Adventure
Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered
Release Date: July 03, 2018
Genres: Shooter, Adventure, Arcade
Homefront: The Revolution
Release Date: May 19, 2016
Genres: Shooter, Adventure
Just Cause 3
Release Date: October 24, 2018
Genres: Adventure
Crusader Kings III
Release Date: September 01, 2020
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy
Beyond Good & Evil
Release Date: November 11, 2003
Genres: Shooter, Puzzle, Adventure
FINAL FANTASY VII Remake Intergrade
Release Date: April 10, 2021
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Release Date: January 23, 2025
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Far Cry 4
Release Date: November 18, 2014
Genres: Shooter, Tactical, Adventure
Far Cry 6
Release Date: October 07, 2021
Genres: Shooter, Adventure
Fable III
Release Date: October 26, 2010
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Homefront: The Revolution
Release Date: May 19, 2016
Genres: Shooter, Adventure
We didn’t stick to a single genre — you’ll find everything from fast-paced action to story-driven adventures. But they all have one thing in common: you’re the voice of defiance. And you’re not afraid to act.
Final Thoughts
Rebellion in games isn’t just about shootouts, sabotage, and last-minute escapes. It’s also about emotion, moral choices, and the weight of knowing that the stakes go far beyond just your character’s life.
The games on this list capture that feeling of standing up to something much bigger than you — something that seems unshakeable… until you take the first step.
So if you’re tired of playing by someone else’s rules and want to know what it feels like to fight back, this one’s for you. It’s time to show the empire that rebels don’t sleep.