For some gamers, romance is an integral part of any RPG experience. In the midst of saving the world, grinding out enemies, chasing down better gear, and leveling up, some players feel the need to find that special someone for their characters. For many, it's an important part of role-playing within the world of the game.
Many of the more modern RPGs have embraced romance and given players a number of NPCs for their characters to woo. Here are some RPGs that have the most options when it comes to courtship, marriage, or just casual flings.
Updated on October 18, 2025, by Hamza Haq: Romance in video games can have a surprising amount of depth, especially if the developers put in enough variance and interactivity to make the romantic partners come to life. Character depth matters a lot more than the total number of options when it comes to romance, but there is no denying there is a certain charm in knowing that players can pursue a large number of NPCs in a game if they so choose.
35 Cyberpunk 2077
Every Character Feels Real and Disparate to One Another
Cyberpunk 2077
- Released
- December 10, 2020
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- CD Projekt Red
- Franchise
- Cyberpunk
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
- Number of Romances: 6
The world of Cyberpunk 2077 is rife with danger, dystopias, and enemies gunning to take V's head. Following a mission gone awry, the main character code-named V gets a chip stuck in their head that seems to contain the personality and memories of a dead musician, Johnny Silverhand, and this virtual ghost is intent on rewriting all of V's memories and taking them over, leaving them only weeks to find a way to stop it.
Cyberpunk 2077 Romance Options Tier List
Romance might just be one small part of the Cyberpunk 2077 experience, but there are a few key characters that stick out for players.
Night City is filled to the brim with missions to complete, cyberpsychos to hunt down, and people to meet, some of whom, such as Judy, Panam, River, Kerry, and a few extras, can even be romanced. The Night City is also home to Joy Toys for players who may be feeling a little lonely but don't want anything too serious.
34 Yakuza: Like A Dragon
Romancing Can Be Tough But Rewarding
Yakuza: Like A Dragon
- Released
- November 10, 2020
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
- Franchise
- Yakuza
- Platform(s)
- PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- Number of Romances: 6
Yakuza: Like A Dragon is an AAA title with romance options that could benefit the player at the end. Players will explore their family's past, grow in the ranks, and take some much-needed downtime doing various activities, like dating. With six options, players will have to develop a certain aspect of personality, as well as offer gifts to romance certain women.
Each character is different and is interested in certain personality quirks, so players should look ahead at what they should work on when pursuing. Once players reach a certain bond with these characters, they'll receive rewards that could help them in the future. They also have the chance to date every character to receive the best rewards.
33 Baldur's Gate 3
All Romantic Choices Are Fantastically Written and Diverse
Baldur's Gate 3
- Released
- August 3, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Larian Studios
- Franchise
- Baldur's Gate
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, macOS
- Genre(s)
- RPG
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- Number of Romances: 6
Larian's hit D&D-themed RPG is a fantastic example of the famed tabletop game in video game form, following the story of the player character and their companions who have been infected by a mind flayer parasite that will transform them unless they find someone capable of removing it. Traveling with a party of companions guarantees bonds will deepen, and said connections might even flourish beyond friendship.
Even though Baldur's Gate 3 only has six romance options, it's still a well-diverse, great list of characters that can be romanced. Like most of the RPGs listed, all characters have a specific list of needs that need to be met in order to gain a relationship. And like more of the recent releases of RPGs, these characters are all romance options, no matter which gender the player is.
32 Persona 3 Reload
Players Need to Devote Time to Form Romantic Bonds
Persona 3 Reload
- Released
- February 2, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- P-Studio
- Franchise
- Persona
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
- Genre(s)
- JRPG, RPG, Life Simulation, Strategy
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- Number of Romances: 6, Possibly 7
The rerelease of Persona 3 Reload changed many things, adding new mechanics while tweaking old ones. But the roster of characters never altered, and neither did the romance options players had the pick of.
In order to woo the lady of their choice, players would need to spend time with them to increase their Social Link while choosing the right dialogue options. Even the Velvet Room guide Elizabeth could be 'romanced' in a way, but she would not become the protagonist's girlfriend in quite the same way as the others. Nevertheless, each pick provides a different sort of romance, as every character has a unique personality, with different prerequisites.
31 Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous
All Love Interests Are Vastly Different With Branching Storylines
Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous
- Released
- September 2, 2021
WHERE TO PLAY
- Genre(s)
- RPG
- Number of Romances: 7
Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous is a highly celebrated top-down CRPG that offers players a lengthy 100+ hour campaign, tons of build variety, and layers upon layers of complex systems stacked atop one another. Companions join the party over the course of the story through various methods. In addition to being allies that help in combat, some of these companions can also be love interests, depending on what decisions the player makes.
In total, there are seven potential romantic partners in Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous: six of them are recruitable companions, and one of them is an important NPC that players encounter during the story. Initiating romance requires earning favorability with the chosen partner through actions and completed quests. Provided players fulfill the prerequisites, romance unfolds over the course of the playthrough, with multiple branching paths that have vastly different endings depending on the choices made.
30 The Witcher 3
Players Have the Choice of Devoting Their Love or Playing the Field
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
- Released
- May 19, 2015
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- CD Projekt Red
- Franchise
- The Witcher
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- Number of Romances: 7
The Witcher 3 might be surprising to see on this list due to there only being two well-known romance options; however, there are five minor characters who Geralt can romance that have no effect on the choice of either picking Triss Merigold or rekindling the love with Yennefer of Vengeberg.
Granted, players can even choose an eighth option if Geralt ventures into the Brothels to enjoy some added company along his journey. However, whether players want to enjoy their time with several ladies or just stay loyal to the one, it's completely up to them.
29 Divinity: Original Sin 2
Realistic Romance Routes, With Players Needing to Prove Their Worth
Divinity: Original Sin 2
- Released
- September 14, 2017
WHERE TO PLAY
- Number of Romances: 7
Divinity Original Sin 2 is a top-selling RPG game on Steam with several diverse romance options for players to choose from. While there is an option for players to experience the journey on their own, it's always nice to have someone beside them as they traverse the world.
Players who wish to romance these characters will need to focus on their storyline and try to grow a friendship and relationship with them, so it's best to see what is required to romance them.
28 Dragon Age: The Veilguard
All Companions Are Romanceable Regardless of Gender or Race
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
- Released
- October 31, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- BioWare
- Franchise
- Dragon Age
- Platform(s)
- PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- Genre(s)
- RPG
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
- Number of Romances: 7
Romance is a staple component of any BioWare game, and this holds true in the fourth installment in the Dragon Age series, Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Set after the events of Inquisition, and subsequently Trespasser, Rook stitches together a rag-tag group to put a stop to the machinations of two elven gods who are trying to infect all of Thedas with the Blight.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard - All Romances, Ranked
Dragon Age: The Veilguard comes with seven romances for Rook to experience, but not all of them are equally quite as engaging.
In between fights for their lives, Rook can hop on back to the Lighthouse and spend some time getting to know the various companions, getting even closer to one of them if they wish. With seven disparate and intriguing romances, players will be spoiled for choice when selecting their chosen paramour.
27 Baldur's Gate 2: Enhanced Edition
Find Love Among The Companions
Baldur's Gate 2: Enhanced Edition
- Released
- November 15, 2013
WHERE TO PLAY
- Number of Romances: 8
The first BioWare game to delve into romance, BioWare did so wholeheartedly with Baldur's Gate 2. In a world fraught with danger and various factions levying their power for good or otherwise, not to mention the evil mage serving as the main antagonist, the player character can still make the time to woo their traveling companions if they wish to do so.
The original game consisted of only four romanceable companions, but the Enhanced Edition included a further four eligible bachelors and bachelorettes players could court while facing off against the dangers in the world. But there are some gender and race exclusions for certain characters. For example, players wanting to romance Jaheira must be a male human, elf, half-elf or halfling, something to take into consideration if the player's eye falls on someone in particular.
26 Persona 4
Players Can Choose to Date One or More of Their Friends
Persona 4
- Released
- July 10, 2008
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Atlus
- Franchise
- Persona
- Platform(s)
- PS2, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, Switch, PS Vita
- Genre(s)
- JRPG
- Number of Romances: 8
Persona 4 is a game all about balance. In it, players need to devote their time to their studies, delving into the TV world to try and find the culprit of the murders while cultivating their bonds with others to strengthen their power of persona.
While developing these bonds, players can choose to take things to the next level with the girls they become friends with, totaling up to a generous 8 options. Each character is completely distinct, embodying a different personality the players may like or dislike depending on their tastes. If they have a tough time choosing, they can date more than one, but most of the girls won't look too kindly on this decision, resulting in a sad Valentine's Day for everyone involved.