Summary
- The Baldur's Gate series revolutionized CRPGs and D&D-based games, leading to a niche of similar titles like Baldur's Gate 3.
- Enjoy remastered classic D&D favorites and cutting-edge games like Baldur's Gate 3, resonating with gamers like its predecessors.
- Divinity: Original Sin 2, Monkey Island 2, and Diablo 4 offer immersive RPG experiences akin to Baldur's Gate 3, appealing to fans alike.
The Baldur's Gate series started in the 1990s and took the popularity of both CRPGs and Dungeons & Dragons to a whole new level. The first two installments remain two of the most popular games that use the tabletop game's rules, leading to a whole niche of games like Baldur's Gate 3.
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Posts 2The third installment in the series, Baldur's Gate 3, is resonating with fans just as its predecessors did. Today, you can enjoy remastered versions of your vintage D&D favorites along with cutting-edge games like them that use all the latest technology. In almost forty years of role-playing video games, there are more than a few other titles that BG3 fans will also love.
Updated March 16, 2025, by Zackary Wiggs: Baldur's Gate 3 brought the series to new heights, and while the game does take a fair amount of time to beat, it doesn't hurt to have some other games like it ready to download. Whether you liked the epic fantasy world, the interesting characters, or just a good RPG every so often, here are some games that share similarities with BG3. Now, it is updated with modern games that look at similarly creepy enemies and a couple of fantasy and sci-fi classics to see where Baldur's Gate 3 got some of its ideas.
30 Dragon Age: Origins
Some Dungeons, And A Few Dragons
Dragon Age: Origins
RPG Released November 3, 2009 ESRB M for Mature: Blood, Intense Violence, Language, Partial Nudity, Sexual Content Developer(s) BioWare Publisher(s) Electronic Arts Platform(s) PS3, Xbox 360, PC Genre(s) RPG Powered by Expand CollapseA fantasy world nearly overcome by an army of dark creatures, a group of diverse characters led by a chosen protagonist, and plenty of adventures are all things that the Dragon Age games and Baldur's Gate 3 have in common.
While the darkspawn aren't the only threat to the world, they make for a great antagonist in the first game, which is definitely where you should start if you aren't familiar with Dragon Age as a whole. It may be older, but it holds up incredibly well.
29 Destiny 2
Save Earth... Again
Destiny 2
FPS Released August 28, 2017 ESRB T For TEEN for Blood, Language, and Violence Developer(s) Bungie Publisher(s) Bungie Platform(s) PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PC, Stadia Genre(s) FPS Powered by Expand CollapseSometimes, going alone in an RPG-type game isn't enough. If Baldur's Gate had you wanting more connection with your party members then Destiny 2 might be more your speed. Part RPG, part sci-fi epic, and part MMO, it's a fun mic.
Compounding on the first game's successes, Destiny 2 has you once again as a guardian of the light, set to protect Earth and the deific Traveler from aliens and darker entities that wish it harm. A story told through various missions and raids feels like many of the bosses battled in BG3, albeit a bit faster.
28 Bloodborne
Beware The Blood
Bloodborne
Action RPG Soulslike Released March 24, 2015 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Violence Developer(s) From Software Publisher(s) Sony Platform(s) PlayStation 4 Genre(s) Action, RPG, Soulslike Powered by Expand CollapseThe creepy worm-like Illithids that you face in BG3 are no match for the creepy worm-like creatures you'll come across in Bloodborne. Sure, they both want to take over your body and transform you for evil purposes, but it doesn't feel as ominous as the plague that takes over Yharnam.
Hunting the monsters that haunt the Victorian city is no easy matter, so if you thought Baldur's Gate 3 was too calm, then this might be the best pick for you. You'll need quick reflexes, good weapons, and patience, above all, if you want to see the entirety of the twisting plot Bloodborne has for you.
27 Fallout: New Vegas
The Game Is Rigged From The Start
Fallout: New Vegas
RPG Released October 19, 2010 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Drugs Developer(s) Obsidian Entertainment Publisher(s) Bethesda Platform(s) PS3, Xbox 360, PC Genre(s) RPG Powered by Expand CollapseThe cult-classic of the Fallout series. It may not be a fantasy game like Baldur's Gate, but Fallout: New Vegas has plenty of character and similarities to make it well worth your time.
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Posts By Chase ShustackSet in the post-apocalyptic American West, you enter into the RPG-meets-shooter world of New Vegas with plenty of questions and a pretty severe headache. It may not have some of the emotional plotlines as BG3 or some of the other Fallout games, but the wide range of characters, a nuanced world, and plenty of content are enough to draw you in for quite a while.
New Vegas also hosts some of the most compelling Fallout DLC out there as well, if you want to sink even more hours into the game.
26 Mass Effect
Become Commander Shepherd
Mass Effect
Action RPG Released November 20, 2007 ESRB M For Mature 17+ due to Blood, Language, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Violence Developer(s) BioWare Publisher(s) Electronic Arts Platform(s) PS3, Xbox 360, PC Genre(s) Action RPG Powered by Expand CollapseMass Effect is one of the go-to sci-fi RPGs out there. As a series, it has made groundbreaking moves to change the face of the genre. But it all started with the original Mass Effect, which makes it the best place to start the series.
The original trilogy is a must-play, with moral dilemmas, an epic plot, and some characters that no one can forget. Whether you play it for the sci-fi gunfights, the planetary exploration, or even just the romance, Mass Effect has you covered.
25 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Fancy A Game Of Gwent?
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
RPG Action Adventure 5.0/5 Released May 19, 2015 ESRB M for Mature: Use of Alcohol, Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content Developer(s) CD Projekt Red Publisher(s) CD Projekt Red Platform(s) Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S Genre(s) RPG, Action, Adventure Powered by Expand CollapseA fellow multi-GOTY Award winner and well-written fantasy RPG, The Witcher 3 is a perfect companion adventure after Baldur's Gate 3. Like the D&D-inspired game, this one is rooted in its own mythological inspirations from the book series written by author Andrzej Sapkowski. Geralt and his companions are likewise memorable and will share some great moments.
The Witcher 3 is a graphically stunning and scenic open-world RPG, where the iconic monster-hunting protagonist, Geralt of Rivia, must journey to find his adoptive daughter, Ciri, before enemies known as the Wild Hunt get to her first. Along the way, there will be plenty of excellent side quests and romances to explore, as well as plenty of creatures to slay in every area you visit, with swordplay and spell-casting combat.
24 The Thaumaturge
Another Larian Classic
The Thaumaturge
Adventure RPG Released March 4, 2024 ESRB Mature 17+ // Blood, Drug Reference, Language, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Use of Alcohol, Violence Developer(s) Fool's Theory Publisher(s) 11 Bit Studios Platform(s) PC Genre(s) Adventure, RPG Powered by Expand CollapseThe Thaumaturge is a dark fantasy detective RPG set in Poland with an isometric aesthetic, choice-driven dialogue, and turn-based combat that's familiar from Baldur's Gate 3. That's also because the developer, Fool's Theory, was a support studio for Larian on BG3 as well as Divinity: Original Sin 2, and its founder previously worked for CD Projekt Red as a quest designer on The Witcher series.
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Posts By Jack NachwalterThe game follows detective Wiktor Szulski in 1905 Warsaw, which is under the control of Russia. Wiktor has the abilities of a thaumaturge and can tame demons called Salutors that can be upgraded and used in combat against foes of all kinds. There will be lots of mysteries for you to solve, and also joining you on this adventure is none other than Grigori Rasputin.
23 Disco Elysium - The Final Cut
What Makes A Man?
Disco Elysium
RPG 4.5/5 Released October 15, 2019 ESRB M For Mature 17+ due to Blood, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Drugs, Violence Developer(s) ZA/UM Publisher(s) ZA/UM Platform(s) PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Stadia Genre(s) RPG Powered by Expand CollapseDisco Elysium will tick a lot of boxes if you love Baldur's Gate 3. There are dice roll mechanics, choice-driven dialogue options, an RPG-style character sheet with skill assignments for your main character, clothing customization and inventory, isometric CRPG-style gameplay, and excellent writing and character voice-acting.
Disco Elysium is another detective story, this one following the freshly hungover Lieutenant Harry Du Bois and his partner, Kim Kitsuragi, as they investigate the body of a man who's seemingly been lynched. If you enjoy the narrator aspect of BG3, Disco Elysium will impress you with how it implements that role into the gameplay.
22 Hades 2
It's All Greek To Me
Hades 2
Action Roguelite Hack and Slash RPG Released September 25, 2025 ESRB Teen / Alcohol Reference, Blood, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence Developer(s) Supergiant Games Publisher(s) Supergiant Games Platform(s) Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC Genre(s) Action, Roguelite, Hack and Slash, RPG Powered by Expand CollapseAlthough an action roguelike game that's centered around Greek mythology, Hades 2 has a lot more in common than you think with Baldur's Gate 3. Want to bathe and be more intimate with the likes of Odysseus, Moros, Nemesis, or Hecate in the hot spring of your main hub, the Crossroads? Well, you can. You can also have animal companions in battle (referred to as 'familiars') and see characters randomly helping you with foes.
Hades 2 follows the original protagonist's sister, Melinoe, who's practicing magic under the mentorship of Hecate, the goddess of witchcraft. There's a spellcasting system attached to new unique weapons, and a plethora of Boons from the gods and goddesses of Olympus, along with the witchy Arcana cards, will provide additional boosts to your runs. The enemy variety, game design, art direction, and music are Supergiant perfection.
21 Solasta: Crown Of The Magister
Don Your Crown
Solasta: Crown of the Magister
RPG Tactical Released May 27, 2021 ESRB Teen // Violence, Blood, Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol, Language Developer(s) Tactical Adventures Publisher(s) Tactical Adventures Platform(s) PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PC, macOS Genre(s) RPG, Tactical Powered by Expand CollapseBaldur's Gate 3 and Solasta: Crown of the Magister might as well be twins. The gameplay is nearly identical and Solasta likewise uses the fifth edition ruleset of Dungeons & Dragons by way of the licensed SRD 5.1, so the core mechanics and character class customization options will make you feel right at home.
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PostsThe graphics, world-building, fantasy environments, turn-based combat, party system, and story will genuinely make you feel like you're in a parallel Baldur's Gate universe. The only downgrade may be a more rudimentary UI design and no mature content, but the game is also half the price of Baldur's Gate 3, so that's something to consider.
