One of the most popular sub-genres of RPG and one that has in the last decade started to overtake the usual idea of what to expect from the genre. I myself have some issues with Action RPGs, that largely stem from my needs for both genres never quite coming together when they're merged. I'll likely get to that later, in the meantime, I am curious to hear what other people think.

Do you love the genre more than traditional turn-based titles? If so, why? If not, why not? What are your favorite games of the sub-genre and is the battle system the main draw in these cases or is it something else?