10 Upcoming Games Every Baldur’s Gate 3 Fan Should Have On Their Radar

Baldur’s Gate 3 stands as a landmark title, a rare, once-in-a-generation game that defies easy replacement. However, that doesn’t mean a handful of compelling upcoming titles can’t help fill the void left by Larian Studios’ critically acclaimed CRPG.

Even with continuous updates offering fresh features and subclasses that rejuvenate the experience, a single game eventually offers diminishing returns in terms of novelty. While we anticipate a surge of high-quality CRPGs hoping to emulate Baldur’s Gate 3‘s triumph, these forthcoming games are noteworthy for either their strong resemblances or their innovative concepts.

Rediscover Classic Fantasy RPG Roots with The Gothic 1 Remake

A full reconstruction of the beloved cult-classic RPG, the Gothic 1 Remake has so far demonstrated remarkable potential for delivering a cinematic role-playing experience. While Gothic 1 may lack the strategic depth of combat or intricate party systems found in Baldur’s Gate 3, the original game’s unparalleled atmosphere, ruthless world, and responsive environment remain incredibly captivating even today.

Should the Gothic 1 Remake successfully build upon the solid foundation of the original, introducing vital visual enhancements and quality-of-life improvements to its renowned RPG freedom and reputation system, it could realize its potential as one of the most promising action-RPGs on the horizon.

ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies Offers Deep Roleplaying Appeal

For those whose favorite aspect of Baldur’s Gate 3 is the deep role-playing, a narrative-driven title like ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies is an ideal way to satisfy that CRPG craving. Developed by some of the creative minds behind the revered RPG Disco Elysium, this espionage spy thriller grants players immense freedom to shape its dynamic story and engage with its rich cast of characters on their own terms.

ZERO PARADES incorporates a familiar dice-rolling mechanic for stat checks, a system players will recognize from both Baldur’s Gate 3 and its spiritual predecessor, Disco Elysium. This mechanism introduces a welcome element of chance to outcomes while simultaneously encouraging diverse character builds to maximize success, whether through direct confrontation, stealth, or subtle manipulation.

The Cinematic Grandeur of The Witcher 4 Is Unrivaled

While The Witcher games generally offer a more action-intensive experience compared to Baldur’s Gate 3‘s deliberate, turn-based combat, the series has consistently been lauded for its exceptional storytelling and stunning cinematic sequences. The Witcher 4 appears poised to elevate these qualities to even greater heights.

The Witcher 3 boasted unparalleled quest design and character writing that rivaled Baldur’s Gate 3. The Witcher 4 is expected to immerse players further, engaging them with a rich tapestry of mythological creatures and nuanced moral dilemmas that often require more than just a sword to resolve. With a multitude of quests offering varying outcomes and approaches based on player choices, The Witcher 4 is shaping up to be an excellent choice for a deeply immersive role-playing journey.

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Delivers a Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Saga

Developed by Owlcat Games, a studio renowned for its excellent CRPGs, their foray into a more action-oriented third-person RPG still maintains several thematic threads with Baldur’s Gate 3. Despite a vastly different setting and gameplay approach, Osiris Reborn‘s narrative, emphasizing political machinations, intricate relationship systems, and moral choices, offers an ideal alternative for Baldur’s Gate enthusiasts seeking a fresh universe.

While more akin to a series like Mass Effect, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn promises a tumultuous story experience featuring extensive customization options to suit individual playstyles, all set within the richly established universe of its highly popular book series and television adaptation.

Starfinder: Afterlight Provides a Focused Party-Based Adventure

For those seeking a gameplay style closely mirroring Baldur’s Gate 3 but with a distinct sci-fi flavor, Starfinder: Afterlight is a party-based RPG built upon the space-faring offshoot of the Pathfinder tabletop framework. Despite its slightly more cartoonish art direction, this party-centric RPG is brimming with character and offers extensive role-playing depth to keep players engrossed.

With a more compact scope, facilitating focused character interactions and specialized builds, this crowdfunded CRPG boasts a wealth of novel character ancestries and classes. This ensures considerable variety compared to traditional D&D settings, all while faithfully preserving the core spirit and mechanics that make games like Baldur’s Gate 3 so beloved.

STAR WARS Zero Company Captures a Spirit Akin to BG3

While STAR WARS Zero Company aligns more closely with titles like XCOM than Baldur’s Gate 3, this turn-based strategy game, set in the iconic sci-fi universe, places a surprisingly strong emphasis on characters and inter-party dynamics. Offering a tactical, story-rich Star Wars adventure complete with branching narrative paths and numerous factions to engage with, Zero Company is certainly worth monitoring for its eventual release.

With distinguishable classes and several innovative mechanics that help it stand out within the genre, STAR WARS Zero Company promises to be an excellent follow-up for anyone who enjoyed the strategic depth and environmental interactions of Baldur’s Gate 3‘s combat systems. Despite its lack of a confirmed release date, this project is among the more anticipated STAR WARS titles on the horizon.

Divinity Is Poised as Baldur’s Gate 3’s True Successor

While Larian Studios aficionados will undoubtedly anticipate this, the newest installment in the Divinity series is envisioned as far more than just a spiritual successor to Baldur’s Gate 3; it aims to surpass its predecessors on an even grander, more ambitious scale. Beyond the universal acclaim Larian Studios garnered for Baldur’s Gate 3, the Divinity series itself is already widely celebrated within the CRPG community for its captivating gameplay mechanics and rich storytelling.

Divinity will offer a familiar combination of immersive role-playing and strategic combat, making it a comfortable experience for those who enjoyed Baldur’s Gate 3. However, its setting in an entirely original world, rather than the licensed universe of D&D, grants Larian Studios even greater creative freedom to innovate, a fact dramatically underscored by its shocking reveal trailer.

Shadow of the Road Presents a Distinctive Tactical Fantasy

Set in an imaginative feudal Japan infused with supernatural elements, Shadow of the Road delivers a classic turn-based CRPG experience reminiscent of Baldur’s Gate 3, all within a stylistic framework that is remarkably singular. With an emphasis on offering a diverse cast of customizable characters, Shadow of the Road provides ample opportunities for players to forge their own destiny within its alternate history.

Featuring stealth mechanics, intricate turn-based strategy, and a plethora of unique gadgets, players will need to utilize every available tool and role-playing advantage. Confronting otherworldly and steampunk-inspired threats in its captivating setting, Shadow of the Road is undeniably a title to anticipate.

Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy – A Must-Play for CRPG Aficionados

Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy is undeniably one of the most exciting CRPGs on the horizon, offering immense appeal to both fans of Baldur’s Gate 3 and the expansive 40K universe. While its setting may be less conventional than a typical D&D world, Dark Heresy provides ample mechanics to assist newcomers in navigating the grimdark cosmos of Warhammer 40k.

Considering that Dark Heresy is expected to launch significantly earlier than Divinity, its blend of detective role-playing, dynamic home worlds, and intricate squad member relationships mirrors many elements that made Baldur’s Gate 3 a standout experience. The game features more than enough unique mechanics to keep players immersed for hours, meticulously piecing together investigations as Inquisitors for the Imperium of Man.

Solasta 2 Is The Nearest Spiritual Successor to BG3

As the successor to the original Solasta: Crown of the Magister, the upcoming Solasta 2 shares numerous similarities with BG3, particularly its adoption of the 5e D&D framework, positioning it as the closest spiritual sequel currently available. While the initial Solasta may have been somewhat less refined than Baldur’s Gate 3, the sequel promises a remarkably cinematic journey, already showcasing significant enhancements over its predecessor.

A notable advantage of Solasta 2 is its current accessibility, being one of the few games on this list already playable in early access on PC via Steam. Despite players describing it as a relatively early technical demonstration, Solasta 2 has garnered considerable positive feedback as an excellent follow-up experience for fans of Baldur’s Gate 3.

Systems

Released

August 3, 2023

ESRB

Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence

Developer(s)

Larian Studios

Publisher(s)

Larian Studios

Engine

Divinity 4.0

Multiplayer

Online Co-Op, Local Co-Op

Cross-Platform Play

Full

Cross Save

Full cross-platform progression.