Dungeon Crawler RPGs are some of the most satisfying games to play when you have an itch for adventure and get rewarded for taking care of some major baddies. Of course, while many games have dungeons for you to explore, some of them do it better than others.

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Some games are great at letting players explore their dungeons in whatever way they choose. Others have such memorable designs that it’s impossible not to talk about them years later. Meanwhile, some just have the perfect reward when you reach the end. So here are eight RPGs with the best Dungeons.

8 Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Unforgettable Dungeons

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

RPG Action Adventure Released November 11, 2011 ESRB M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Use of Alcohol Developer(s) Bethesda Game Studios Publisher(s) Bethesda Softworks Engine Creation Engine Platform(s) PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S Genre(s) RPG, Action, Adventure Powered by Expand Collapse

Skyrim continues to have great dungeons years after its initial release. Not only do they reward you well at the end of each one, but they are also usually tied to a memorable storyline that will stick with you after you’ve left the dungeon.

The mechanics of each dungeon are also quite memorable with the infamous animal puzzle and steps that unleash traps on unsuspecting travelers. Who can forget all the rare items that wait for you at the end of each dungeon? You might even unlock a new shout. This is one of those games where you wish you could forget the final reward for each dungeon. Nothing beats discovering a new shout at the end of a long trek.

7 Elden Ring

Discovering Dungeons In Every Corner

Elden Ring

RPG Action Released February 25, 2022 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence Developer(s) From Software Publisher(s) Bandai Namco Entertainment, From Software Engine Proprietary Platform(s) PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X Genre(s) RPG, Action Powered by Expand Collapse

Elden Ring combined that good old Souls gameplay and adapted it all into an open-world experience like no other. There are dungeons around every corner but no indication that they are there. This pushes the player to explore every nook and cranny instead of heading directly to the next objective.

Going in blind is one of the best experiences of all time since even a small cave entrance can hold a dungeon with many layers. The rewards from each dungeon also help make the experience unique. You aren’t just unlocking a new weapon to hit your enemies with, you’re unlocking additional playstyles due to the many unique attack patterns each weapon requires you to learn.

6 Darkest Dungeon 2

Plan Your Dungeon Crawl

Darkest Dungeon 2

Roguelike RPG Released May 8, 2023 ESRB t Developer(s) Red Hook Studios Publisher(s) Red Hook Studios Engine Unity Platform(s) PC Genre(s) Roguelike, RPG Powered by Expand Collapse

The gameplay of Darkest Dungeon 2 revolves entirely around sending your characters into sick and twisted dungeons that might just kill them all. Despite the layout being generated at random each time you go into them, they remain some of the best dungeons in horror gaming.

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This is because of the movement system which has you traveling from square to square to find a boss, retrieve an item, or exterminate all the abominations within any given dungeon. This requires planning and your skill at managing rations. Don’t let the lights go out, or your characters may start to sink into the madness.

5 Crypt Of The Necrodancer

Dungeons That Move To The Beat

Crypt of the NecroDancer

Roguelike Rhythm Released April 23, 2015 ESRB T For Teen Due To Fantasy Violence, Blood Developer(s) Brace Yourself Games Publisher(s) Brace Yourself Games Engine proprietary engine Platform(s) Switch, PS4, Xbox One, iOS, Android Genre(s) Roguelike, Rhythm Powered by Expand Collapse

If you want a fun game with a little bit of groove to it, Crypt of the Necrodancer mixes music and monsters to deliver a solid experience. With your heartbeat tied to the rhythm, you’ll need to move through each dungeon before the music ends.

Take a step with each beat to maintain a good combo going. Enemies will also move to the music, allowing you to learn their patterns and figure out the best way of defeating them. With catchy music constantly playing, it’s impossible not to get the images of each dungeon stuck in your head.

4 Baldur’s Gate 3

Dungeons And Dragons Dungeons In Video Gaming

Baldur's Gate 3

RPG 5.0/5 Released August 3, 2023 ESRB M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence Developer(s) Larian Studios Publisher(s) Larian Studios Engine Divinity 4.0 Platform(s) PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, macOS Genre(s) RPG Powered by Expand Collapse

Baldur’s Gate 3 has some of the best dungeons for those who love Dungeons and Dragons. There are plenty of opportunities to see some cool plot developments but also to show off your creativity.

Because Baldur’s Gate 3 lets you choose how to tackle your enemies, whether it be attacking them head-on or using the environment to set up the perfect barricade. This can make any dungeon instantly memorable. So, whether you’re tearing it up in a Goblin Camp or crawling into the sewers, it all feels like part of the world and not just a basic side activity.

3 Minecraft Dungeons

Exploring Dungeons Minecraft-style

Minecraft Dungeons

Dungeon Crawler 5.0/5 Released May 26, 2020 ESRB E for Everyone: Fantasy Violence Developer(s) Mojang, Double Eleven Publisher(s) Xbox Game Studios Engine Unreal Engine 4 Platform(s) PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One Genre(s) Dungeon Crawler Powered by Expand Collapse

The Minecraft aesthetic is one of the greatest in modern gaming. Even though structures are constructed only of blocks, enough of them can create masterpieces. Minecraft Dungeons is a fun game you can play with friends as you defeat mobs through various Minecraft worlds.

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The dungeons themselves look breathtaking and much more detailed than anything found in the base game. There are also plenty of exclusive and creative mobs that will try to attack you. It’s interesting to see the world of Minecraft from such a different perspective, but it all fits, with dungeons being as extensive as the caverns you find in the original game.

2 Gauntlet Dark Legacy

Dungeons That Deserves A Remake

Gauntlet Dark Legacy Cover Image and 4 Player Gameplay

If you’re looking for a game that feels like pure, campy, fantasy, then Gauntlet Dark Legacy is an arcade masterpiece. This game was released on home consoles, including the Gamecube which added two additional worlds. This means more dungeons to go through with up to four players.

Because every world has a unique theme, you will get stages that take you to a frozen wasteland, a wicked carnival, or even medieval dungeons. There are also plenty of treasure chests that contain power-ups that will help you get through each dungeon safely. Since every level is unique, it’s easy to find a world that soon becomes your favorite of the bunch.

1 Persona 5 Royale

When Dungeons Have Style

Persona 5 Royal

JRPG 5.0/5 Released March 31, 2020 ESRB M for Mature: Blood, Drug Reference, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Violence Developer(s) Atlus, P-Studio Publisher(s) Atlus Engine Proprietary Engine Platform(s) Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S Genre(s) JRPG Powered by Expand Collapse

Persona 5 Royale strikes a balance between having cool dungeons that matter to the storyline and others that provide you with plenty of chances to grind for experience. These are Palaces and Mementos. Palaces are uniquely designed after the psyche of different characters. Meanwhile, Mementos offer a more familiar experience for any fans of the games that came before.

Persona 5 Royale blends a killer soundtrack, dynamic animations, and colorful set pieces to deliver dungeons like no other. As you explore the inner workings of a person's psyche, you and the rest of the Phantom Thieves will be stealing hearts and righting wrongs in unique settings such as the pyramids, twisted health centers, and dazzling casinos.

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