The Ultimate List of Classic CRPGs for Every Fan of the Genre

For fans of Computer Role-Playing Games (CRPGs), there’s a rich history of deep, story-driven experiences to explore. From isometric classics to more recent innovations, these games allow you to shape your journey through meaningful choices, tactical combat, and immersive storytelling. Here’s an extensive list of notable CRPGs, plus a few honorable mentions that might not fit the strict genre definition but are still worth checking out.

Essential CRPG Titles

1. Fallout

2. Fallout 2

3. Baldur’s Gate

4. Baldur’s Gate 2

5. Icewind Dale

6. Icewind Dale 2

7. Planescape: Torment

8. Neverwinter Nights

9. Neverwinter Nights 2

10. Age of Decadence

11. Wasteland 2

12. Wasteland 3

13. Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura

14. Temple of Elemental Evil

15. Atom RPG

16. Atom RPG: Trudograd

17. The Bard’s Tale IV

18. Divinity: Original Sin

19. Divinity: Original Sin 2

20. Fallout Tactics

21. Jagged Alliance 2

22. Pathfinder: Kingmaker

23. Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous

24. Disco Elysium

25. Solasta: Crown of the Magister

26. Shadowrun Returns

27. Shadowrun: Dragonfall

28. Shadowrun: Hong Kong

29. Siege of Avalon

30. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic

31. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2

32. Torment: Tides of Numenera

33. Tyranny

34. Underrail

35. Vampire: The Masquerade — Bloodlines

36. The Witcher (first in the series)

37. Avernum 1

38. Avernum 2

39. Avernum 3

40. Tower of Time

41. Encased

42. Dragon Age: Origins

43. Lionheart: Legacy of the Crusader

44. Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor

45. Pillars of Eternity

46. Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire

    
    

Honorable Mentions

These games may not fit the strict definition of a CRPG but are definitely worth exploring if you’re interested in similar mechanics, storytelling, or strategic elements.

• Might and Magic VI, VII, VIII

• Legend of Grimrock 1 & 2

• Eye of the Beholder 1, 2, 3

• Sunless Sea

• Sunless Skies

• XCOM 1 & 2

• Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden

• Dungeon Rats

• System Shock Remake

• System Shock 2

• Fallout: New Vegas

• Enderal: Forgotten Stories

• Gothic 1 & 2

• Diablo

• Jade Empire

• Dragon Age 2 & 3

• Kingdom Come: Deliverance

• The Bard’s Tale Trilogy

• Wizardry 8

• Ultima Series

Whether you’re revisiting classic titles or discovering new favorites, this list should guide you through a vast world of CRPG adventures. Enjoy the journey!