Although the Middle Ages might seem like a dull topic during school lessons, eventually, most of us develop a fascination with it. This is evident in the sheer number of books, films, TV shows, and games set in the world of castles, knights, kings, and sword duels fought for the honor of princesses.
If you’re a fan of medieval settings — especially when enriched with elements of folklore and fantasy like magic or dragons — you’re probably curious about which games you should try. We’ve prepared a concise list of the best medieval fantasy games that you simply must play!
| Game | Release | Genre | Developer | ||
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 | Kingdom Come: Deliverance II | 2025-02-04 | RPG | Warhorse Studios | |
 | Kingdom Come: Deliverance | Royal Edition | 2019-06-11 | Adventure | Warhorse Studios | |
 | The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt | Complete Edition | 2015-05-18 | RPG | CD PROJEKT RED | |
 | The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition | 2016-10-27 | Adventure | Bethesda Game Studios | |
 | Dragon Age: Inquisition | 2014-11-20 | RPG | BioWare Edmonton | |
 | Dark Souls III | 2016-04-11 | Adventure | FromSoftware, Inc. | |
 | Divinity: Original Sin 2 | Definitive Edition | 2017-09-14 | Adventure | Larian Studios | |
 | Assassin's Creed: Valhalla | Standard Edition | 2020-11-10 | Action RPG | Ubisoft Montreal | |
 | The Elder Scrolls Online | Tamriel Unlimited | 2014-04-04 | MMO | Zenimax Online Studios | |
 | Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord | 2020-03-31 | RPG | Taleworlds | |
 | The Witcher 2 Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition | 2011-05-17 | Adventure | CD PROJEKT RED | |
 | Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen | 2016-01-15 | Adventure | CAPCOM | |
 | Dragon's Dogma II (PC) | 2024-03-22 | CAPCOM | ||
 | Chivalry II (PC) | 2022-06-12 | Action & Shooter | Torn Banner Studios |
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
| Release date: | 2015-05-18 |
| Genre: | RPG |
| Developer: | CD PROJEKT RED |
The third installment in Geralt of Rivia’s adventures is considered by many as one of the best fantasy RPGs ever made.
In this game, the titular Witcher embarks on a journey across the fantasy world searching for his adopted daughter. The game’s rich world features everything from idyllic villages to massive fortresses and fortified cities. The game strongly leans into medieval aesthetics through its weaponry, clothing, and NPC behavior, offering truly immersive and epic quests.
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Dragon Age: Inquisition
| Release date: | 2014-11-20 |
| Genre: | RPG |
| Developer: | BioWare Edmonton |
Dragon Age: Inquisition is the third installment in its series, and has retained its popularity and high ratings even years after release.
Here, too, players dive into a fantasy world that’s heavily inspired by the Middle Ages. The title itself alludes to the medieval concept of the Inquisition. The game features knights, archers, castles, fortresses, and dragons associated with medieval folklore, alongside epic sword fights. What more could you ask for?
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Dark Souls III
| Release date: | 2016-04-11 |
| Genre: | Adventure |
| Developer: | FromSoftware, Inc. |
Yet another third installment in a wildly successful series! Dark Souls III belongs to the challenging RPG subgenre known as soulslike, which it helped define.
This time, the game transports players to a gritty high fantasy world, drawing stylistic inspiration from the Middle Ages — but in its darkest form. As you explore castles, dungeons, and ruins in the boots of an intrepid knight, you’ll face dark secrets, and extremely dangerous foes, including dragons!
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Skyrim
| Release date: | 2016-10-27 |
| Genre: | Adventure |
| Developer: | Bethesda Game Studios |
Next up is the fifth installment in the legendary series, The Elder Scrolls.
Skyrim can easily be described as one of the best dragon games out there, as it’s teeming with dragons! Playing as the Dragonborn, a character with extraordinary powers, players traverse the titular land of Skyrim, a world heavily inspired by the aesthetics of early medieval Scandinavia.
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Elden Ring
| Release date: | 2022-02-25 |
| Genre: | Action RPG |
| Developer: | FromSoftware |
Finally, another soulslike game, once again from FromSoftware.
Like Dark Souls, Elden Ring also transports players to a dark fantasy world. This time, however, the developers drew inspiration not only from medieval Europe but also from the folklore of feudal Japan. The result is a captivating, fascinating, and all-absorbing world that makes Elden Ring a must-play medieval game.
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Conclusion
Medieval fantasy games offer much more than sword fights and castles — they provide opportunities to lose yourself in rich, imaginative worlds full of challenges and excitement.
Whether you’re drawn to the compelling quests, the dark and challenging paths or the dragon-filled landscapes, each of these games promises a unique and unforgettable adventure.