By When it comes to games with rich storylines, in-depth campaigns, and characters with personalities, nothing beats a good old-fashioned CRPG.
If you’re searching for some of the best CRPGs of all time to play this year, then this list is for you.
Whether you’re new to CRPGs (like me) or a veteran searching for more great titles to experience again, here, you’ll find a shortlist of the best classic role-playing games available right now on PC and consoles.
These are the CRPGs with the best campaigns, gameplay, and beautiful graphics.
Let’s start with my favorite of them all.
1. Baldur’s Gate 3
- Available On: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
Baldur’s Gate 3 is the most innovative and advanced CRPG we have right now. It’s rich with lore and an incredible story that will captivate any and every CRPG fan right away. Needless to say, it’s the most ambitious CRPG of our time.
There are several reasons why Baldur’s Gate 3 is the best of the best. This game features the most engaging storyline I’ve seen in a CRPG game. It does a great job of maintaining our attention with all the impressive voice acting, memorable characters, and overall animations.
The campaign, side-quests, exploration, open environment, combat, loot, and everything gel just perfectly together in the game. And that’s why it’s got rave reviews from even the harshest critics.
All the Game of the Year awards this game has won speak for themselves. This is truly the pinnacle of the CRPG genre at its best.
2. Divinity Original Sin 2
- Available On: PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch
Divinity Original Sin 2 is a well-known title in the CRPG genre. If you ask any CRPG fan to recommend a game, they will immediately mention DOS2.
This is a game that captures the essence of CRPGs into a modern masterpiece that has stunning graphics, an interesting storyline, complex characters, and engaging combat.
Simply put, DOS2 is a game that has all the right stuff to make it arguably the best CRPG available today.
Thousands of gamers are still playing this game on PC alone. Trying new builds, using different approaches, and alternate storylines offer plenty of replayability in this game.
3. Pillars of Eternity 1 & 2
- Available On: PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch
Pillars of Eternity is often recognized as the game that revived and revitalized the CRPG genre. We have this amazing selection of CRPGs today all thanks to this game.
As a CRPG fan, you must play this game at least once to experience its great story-rich campaign.
Once you complete Pillars of Eternity, be sure to jump right into the sequel. It’s much more advanced and well-polished than its predecessor and includes a much more engaging storyline.
This game also allows you to play in both real-time with pause and turn-based combat styles. Playing the game in real-time with pause combat offers a fresh perspective for players.
4. Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous
- Available On: PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch
Wrath of the Righteous is the best title in the Pathfinder series. And you don’t have to play Kingmaker to jump into this game.
This CRPG also features stunning graphics and gameplay. It has a captivating story too. Most CRPG veterans say WotR is too complex for beginners. So you should try this game once you have some experience with other titles.
However, don’t wait for too long because this title deserves to be experienced at least once in your lifetime as a CRPG enthusiast.
5. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Available On: PC, Xbox, PlayStation
Even though it’s technically not a CRPG, the indie game that won so many game of the year awards in 2025 deserves a spot on this list.
Expedition 33 is an incredible game that balances storytelling, engaging characters, immersive gameplay, and fantastic turn-based combat all together to create one epic fantasy masterpiece.
This has been my go-to game for getting people interested in CRPGs. To anyone who says they don’t like turn-based combat, I recommend this game as a gateway drug to get them addicted, before suggesting classic CRPGs.
6. Disco Elysium
- Available On: PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch
Disco Elysium is more of a story-rich CRPG. It features a detective-style campaign that determines the story based on the choices you make. So choose carefully.
Disco Elysium is a different kid of a CRPG where you basically become a detective and explore to uncover clues to solve a mystery.
Disco Elysium won many awards in the year it was released and they were well deserved. If you like a CRPG with a good story and no combat, this one is made just for you.
7. Warhammer: Rogue Trader
- Available On: PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch
Warhammer: Rogue Trader quickly became one of the best CRPGs ever made thanks to its immersive campaign and storyline.
One of the most praised elements of this game is the way Rogue Trader introduces players to the Warhammer universe. It does a great job of bringing both beginners and veterans together through brilliant storytelling.
Warhammer is a massive franchise and you often need to be a fan to experience any type of game that’s been made in the same universe. But this game is suitable for both beginners and fans of the Warhammer universe. In fact, some say it’s a great game to learn about Warhammer for the first time.
8. Solasta: Crown of the Magister
- Available On: PC, Xbox
Solasta is the perfect CRPG for fans of the classic Dungeons and Dragons board games. This game uses the same classic dice roll mechanic in the game.
Solasta is more of a combat-heavy CRPG but it has a pretty great story too. And the graphics look absolutely incredible.
9. Wasteland 3
- Available On: PC, Xbox, PlayStation
Wasteland 3 is a great entry into the CRPG genre. If you’re completely new to CRPGs, try your hand at this game.
You don’t need to play the previous games to play Wasteland 3. Just watch a YouTube video to get an idea of its backstory and then jump right in.
Wasteland 3 has a great combination of combat, story, and fun missions to keep you busy through dozens of hours.
10. Tyranny
- Available On: PC
Tyranny is another classic RPG that includes a rich world with a great campaign and interesting characters. Play this once you’re done with DOS2, Pillars games, and Pathfinder.
Many CRPG fans recommend Tyranny to new players as well. And it has some of the best-written dialogs in modern RPGs.
11. Pathfinder: Kingmaker
- Available On: PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch
Pathfinder: Kingmaker is a solid game. It’s just as good as any other CPRG, except for one trait that makes it a bit less desirable.
This CRPG features time limits for the Acts. This means you have to finish the quests within a certain time period or the quest fails.
While it takes your freedom to take your time with missions and explore the map, some players find it interesting. In a way, it will keep you more focused on the missions at hand rather than getting distracted from a side activity.
12. Shadowrun: Hong Kong
- Available On: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch
Shadowrun: Hong Kong is the best title in the Shadowrun series. But, I recommend playing this series in order. This is one of the older titles on the list, but it offers a great storyline for you to explore.
While this series of games don’t have a rich character-building tool or gorgeous graphics, it will still give you a memorable experience. And you can grab these games for cheap on sales.
Wrapping Up
Even though I’ve tried my hand at many of the CRPGs on this list, I’ve yet to complete them. I’m still new to CRPGs and deeply in love with the genre. I will be covering more guides and reviews in this category soon.
If you have any recommendations for me, please let me know in the comments.
