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Best RPG games of 2023
The 29 best RPG games released in 2023, ranked from 4,642 critic and player ratings.
The best RPG game of 2023 is Baldur's Gate III, with a critic score of 97/100 — updated août 2026.
01
Baldur's Gate III
An ancient evil has returned to Baldur's Gate, intent on devouring it from the inside out. The fate of Faerun lies in your hands. Alone, you may resist. But together, you can overcome.
97
/100
02
Final Fantasy XVI
A single-player action RPG set in a high-fantasy world where warring nations and powerful summoned Eikons shape political intrigue and personal vengeance. Players control Clive, a former shield bearer whose life is upended by tragedy. Engage in fast-paced, tactical real-time combat that blends heavy weapons, Eikon-driven abilities, and cinematic set pieces. Deeply narrative-driven, the game emphasizes character development, expansive locales to explore, and dramatic boss encounters while offering layered combat customization through combos, parries, and skill upgrades.
92
/100
03
Diablo IV
90
/100
Baldur's Gate III
An ancient evil has returned to Baldur's Gate, intent on devouring it from the inside out. The fate of Faerun lies in your hands. Alone, you may resist. But together, you can overcome.
97
/100
02
Final Fantasy XVI
A single-player action RPG set in a high-fantasy world where warring nations and powerful summoned Eikons shape political intrigue and personal vengeance. Players control Clive, a former shield bearer whose life is upended by tragedy. Engage in fast-paced, tactical real-time combat that blends heavy weapons, Eikon-driven abilities, and cinematic set pieces. Deeply narrative-driven, the game emphasizes character development, expansive locales to explore, and dramatic boss encounters while offering layered combat customization through combos, parries, and skill upgrades.
92
/100
03
Diablo IV
90
/100
04
Sea of Stars
90
/100
05
Octopath Traveler II
This game is a brand-new entry in the Octopath Traveler series. It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights. In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era. Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life? Every path is yours to take. Embark on an adventure all your own.
89
/100
06
Blasphemous II
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle one and for all.
89
/100
07
World of Horror
Experience the quiet terror of this 1-bit love letter to Junji Ito and H.P. Lovecraft. Navigate a hellish roguelite reality with turn-based combat and unforgiving choices. Experiment with your deck of event cards to discover new forms of cosmic horror in every playthrough. The inevitable awaits...
88
/100
08
Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
87
/100
09
Wartales
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
86
/100
10
Fire Emblem Engage
Become the Divine Dragon and save the continent of Elyos! Summon valiant heroes like Marth & Celica alongside a new cast of characters and engage in turn-based, tactical combat against a great evil in this new Fire Emblem story.
86
/100
11
Dredge
86
/100
12
Hogwarts Legacy
85
/100
13
Starfield
85
/100
14
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
84
/100
15
Darkest Dungeon II
83
/100
16
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
83
/100
17
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
80
/100
18
Like a Dragon: Ishin!
80
/100
19
Reverse: 1999
80
/100
20
Slay the Princess
76
/100
21
Dead Island 2
74
/100
22
Brotato
74
/100
23
RoboCop: Rogue City
74
/100
24
Throne and Liberty
72
/100
25
Atomic Heart
72
/100
26
Disney Dreamlight Valley
71
/100
27
Forspoken
67
/100
28
Party Animals
50
/100
29
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum
40
/100
Sea of Stars
90
/100
05
Octopath Traveler II
This game is a brand-new entry in the Octopath Traveler series. It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights. In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era. Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life? Every path is yours to take. Embark on an adventure all your own.
89
/100
06
Blasphemous II
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle one and for all.
89
/100
07
World of Horror
Experience the quiet terror of this 1-bit love letter to Junji Ito and H.P. Lovecraft. Navigate a hellish roguelite reality with turn-based combat and unforgiving choices. Experiment with your deck of event cards to discover new forms of cosmic horror in every playthrough. The inevitable awaits...
88
/100
08
Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
87
/100
09
Wartales
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
86
/100
10
Fire Emblem Engage
Become the Divine Dragon and save the continent of Elyos! Summon valiant heroes like Marth & Celica alongside a new cast of characters and engage in turn-based, tactical combat against a great evil in this new Fire Emblem story.
86
/100
11
Dredge
86
/100
12
Hogwarts Legacy
85
/100
13
Starfield
85
/100
14
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
84
/100
15
Darkest Dungeon II
83
/100
16
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
83
/100
17
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
80
/100
18
Like a Dragon: Ishin!
80
/100
19
Reverse: 1999
80
/100
20
Slay the Princess
76
/100
21
Dead Island 2
74
/100
22
Brotato
74
/100
23
RoboCop: Rogue City
74
/100
24
Throne and Liberty
72
/100
25
Atomic Heart
72
/100
26
Disney Dreamlight Valley
71
/100
27
Forspoken
67
/100
28
Party Animals
50
/100
29
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum
40
/100
FAQ
What is the best RPG game of 2023?
Baldur's Gate III currently tops the ranking with a score of 97/100 across 1,027 ratings. Ranking updated août 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.