The CRPG Revival: 9 Upcoming Titles Leading the Genre's Next Wave

The CRPG genre is currently in a full-blown revolution. Following the massive success of Baldur's Gate 3, developers are leaning into the classic style of role-playing games, with a mix of big-budget projects and indie titles attempting to define the next generation of the genre. If you are looking for what to play next, 2026 is shaping up to be a packed year for CRPG fans.

Upcoming CRPGs to Watch in 2026

The following titles are currently generating noise for their unique approaches to tactical combat, narrative depth, and world-building.

• Vampire the Masquerade: Eternal Whispers (PC): Developer Flyos is moving away from the combat-heavy approach of previous franchise entries. Instead, this narrative-focused title features complex investigative mechanics, skill checks, and moral quandaries similar to Disco Elysium. You play as Gabe, a newly awakened vampire caught in a sprawling conspiracy.
• Hopetown (PC): From developer Longdue, Hopetown places players in the role of a journalist investigating a mystery in a town reset by global catastrophe. It prioritizes dialogue choices over combat, using the same visual style that made Disco Elysium an icon.
• Entropy (PC): A visually striking turn-based tactical RPG from developer Lovely Hellplace and publisher DreadXP. It combines JRPG influences with a unique, "beautifully ugly" art style. It promises a focus on tactical combat and colorful characters in a highly creative, original world.
• New Arc Line (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S): Currently in early access as of November 26, 2024, this tactical RPG from Dreamate and Fulqrum Publishing features a steampunk world defined by moral quandaries and a unique magic system. While early builds have been rough, the developers are targeting a major release for PC and current-gen consoles.
• Solasta 2 (PC): Released in early access on March 12, 2026, by Tactical Adventures, this sequel utilizes Unreal Engine 5 to create a mature, fairytale-inspired world. It features classic Dungeons & Dragons combat and allows for full party customization. Notably, it includes voice talent from Ben Starr.
• Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S): A direct sequel to Rogue Trader from Owlcat Games. This title shifts the focus toward the common people of the Warhammer 40K universe. Expect a fusion of CRPG mechanics and XCom-style tactical combat, paired with the series' signature dark, investigative tone.
• Divinity (PC): Larian Studios has returned to the world that helped bring the CRPG back to the mainstream in 2017. While concrete gameplay details are scarce, the developer has confirmed the tone will be significantly darker and more violent than previous entries in the franchise.
• Star Wars: Zero Company (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S): Launching August 27, 2026, this turn-based tactical RPG from Bit Reactor is set during the end of the Clone Wars. It focuses on a specialized squad and emphasizes cover-based mechanics and story-driven gameplay.
• The Way of Wrath (PC): Expected in 2026, this tribal-focused CRPG from Annimal allows players to lead a tribe, manage alliances, and make life-or-death decisions. It stands out for its high-fidelity cutscenes and deep tactical combat system.

Whether you prefer the deep investigative systems of Vampire the Masquerade: Eternal Whispers or the tactical, squad-based approach of Star Wars: Zero Company, the PC gaming landscape is clearly benefiting from this renewed interest in the genre. With releases spanning from early 2026 through the late summer, there is plenty of ground to cover for fans of complex, choice-driven adventures.