Definition
RPG can refer to two widely different subjects:
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Role-Playing Game (RPG):
A genre of games where players assume the roles of characters in a fictional setting. Players typically take control of a character or party of characters, each of which has specialized skills or abilities. Game mechanics and narratives vary, but RPGs often include elements such as quests, exploration, combat, and progression of the characters through gaining experience points and skills. -
Report Program Generator (RPG):
A high-level programming language developed by IBM in the 1960s. The language was designed to simplify the generation of business reports and allow non-professional programmers to create simple data processing programs. It was primarily used on IBM mid-range systems and is still in use today for maintaining legacy applications.
Examples
Role-Playing Game (RPG)
- Dungeons & Dragons (D&D): A tabletop role-playing game where players create characters and embark on fantasy adventures led by a Dungeon Master (DM).
- Final Fantasy Series: A popular series of video games by Square Enix, featuring intricate storylines, turn-based combat, and character development.
- The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim: An open-world action RPG where players explore a large, detailed fantasy world, complete quests, and develop their character’s abilities.
Report Program Generator (RPG)
- IBM iSeries (AS/400): Business environments using the IBM iSeries system often employ RPG for business process automation and reporting.
- Legacy Business Applications: Many older business applications, particularly those developed in the 1970s and 1980s, were written in RPG and continue to be maintained in the language.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is RPG (Role-Playing Game) suitable for all ages?
A1: RPGs vary widely in content and complexity, some are suitable for children while others are intended for mature audiences due to violence, complex themes, or language.
Q2: Can I still learn and use the Report Program Generator language?
A2: Yes, despite being an older language, RPG is still in use today, particularly in maintaining and updating legacy business systems on IBM platforms. There are resources and communities available for learning RPG.
Q3: What platforms are popular for Role-Playing Games?
A3: Role-Playing Games are popular on various platforms including PCs, gaming consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Switch), mobile devices, and as tabletop games.
Q4: How does RPG IV differ from the original RPG?
A4: RPG IV, also known as ILE RPG, is a modern version that introduces new languages features, improving maintainability and performance on IBM i platforms.
Related Terms
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Role-Playing Game (RPG):
- Tabletop RPG (TRPG): A genre of RPGs played with pen and paper, typically guided by a human Game Master (GM).
- Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG): A genre of RPGs played online with vast numbers of players interacting in a virtual world.
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Report Program Generator (RPG):
- COBOL: Another business-oriented programming language developed around the same time as RPG, often used in legacy systems.
- IBM i (AS/400): An IBM operating system and hardware environment that commonly uses RPG for application development and maintenance.
Online References
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RPG for Business:
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Role-Playing Games:
Suggested Books
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For Role-Playing Games:
- “Dungeon Master’s Guide” by Wizards RPG Team
- “The Art of Computer Game Design” by Chris Crawford
- “Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive” by Square Enix
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For Report Program Generator (RPG):
- “RPG IV Programming on the AS/400” by Stanley E. Myers
- “Modern RPG IV Language” by Robert Cozzi
- “Programming in RPG IV” by Bryan Meyers
Fundamentals of RPG: Business Applications Basics Quiz
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