5 Worst Dungeons & Dragons Video Games of All Time, Ranked

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Many of the most popular role-playing video games have been based on the Dungeons & Dragons universe. From the recent success of Baldur’s Gate 3 to classic titles like Neverwinter Nights from the 1990s, D&D has a rich history in gaming. However, not every game using the D&D name has been a success.

So, Dungeons & Dragons has been around since 1974, and honestly, there have been a TON of video games based on it – over 100! A lot of them are actually really good, like Demeo, which feels like playing on a virtual tabletop, or the huge RPG experience that is Baldur’s Gate 3. But let’s be real, there have been some duds too. Games that didn’t quite make the cut, either because they’re gone now, or just had some seriously weird gameplay. If you’re curious which D&D games you should probably skip, I’ve put together a list of the worst ones out there.

5) Iron & Blood: Warriors of Ravenloft

First released in 1996, before sites like Metacritic were common, Iron & Blood unfortunately became known as one of the worst Dungeons & Dragons games ever made. This 3D fighting game, set in the popular Ravenloft world, didn’t receive good reviews when it first came out. And unlike some older games that have gained a following over time, most players who’ve tried it recently still agree: it just wasn’t a good game.

Unlike most Dungeons & Dragons games, Iron & Blood isn’t a role-playing game. It’s more like a fighting game, similar to Street Fighter. However, it hasn’t been well-received. Despite being set in a fantastic D&D world, the game has been criticized for its poor controls, weak voice acting, and strange camera work. It’s safe to say it would likely receive a very low score if reviewed.

4) Dungeons & DragonsTactics

Released in 2007, this game was a strategy RPG for the PSP, built using the rules from the Dungeons & Dragons 3.5 Edition. While some appreciated how closely it followed those rules, many players found it too restrictive and lacking in freedom. You could create custom characters or choose from pre-made ones, which appealed to dedicated D&D fans. However, the game generally received negative reviews.

Despite being a Dungeons & Dragons game, Dungeons & Dragons Tactics doesn’t allow for the flexible, player-focused rule adjustments that make tabletop gaming so enjoyable. Combined with awkward menus and frustrating camera work, this resulted in a low score of 58 on Metacritic. While it’s not the worst D&D game ever made, it still scores lower than titles like Baldur’s Gate 3. Player reviews are a bit more forgiving, with a user score of 6.6 on Metacritic, but overall, Tactics is considered one of the weaker D&D games of recent years.

3) Dungeons & Dragons: Eye of the Beholder

I remember playing Eye of the Beholder on my Game Boy Advance back in 2002. It was basically a simplified version of the 3rd edition Dungeons & Dragons rules, set in the city of Waterdeep. Honestly, it felt a little limited because you could only choose from four character classes. If you’re into classic dungeon crawling, it had that going for it, but man, it didn’t really shine. The graphics and sound weren’t great, and the gameplay was just… complicated. It was tough to really get into, even as a big D&D fan.

Honestly, it’s tough to say how this game would have been received if more people had played it. Right now, it’s sitting at a 57 on Metacritic, but users seem to like it a bit more, giving it around a 7.6. Even though a few of the people who did review it seemed to enjoy it, it’s pretty clear this Game Boy Advance version of Eye of the Beholder just didn’t catch on with gamers. It’s a shame, but it never really found its audience.

2) Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance

This game’s title is a nod to the classic Dungeons & Dragons game, Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance, but that’s where the comparisons stop. The 2021 Dark Alliance game wasn’t well-received, ultimately leading to its removal from stores and the closure of its online servers in 2025. It was designed as a cooperative role-playing game, which had potential, but it suffered from weak combat, numerous bugs at launch, and only four playable characters. Ultimately, the game failed to attract a dedicated player base, and multiplayer games need that to succeed.

Critics weren’t impressed with D&D: Dark Alliance, giving it a score of only 53 on Metacritic. Player reviews were even harsher, averaging a 3.1 out of 10. While the game is no longer on Steam, it previously had a ‘Mixed’ rating there. Some players appreciated how closely it followed the Dungeons & Dragons lore and the option to play with friends. However, most considered it just okay. Considering Wizards of the Coast removed the game completely, it likely didn’t sell very well.

1) Dungeons & Dragons: Daggerdale

I’ve come across a game with such a low Metascore, I’m almost curious to see just how bad it is! Daggerdale was released in 2011 for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360, and it currently holds the unfortunate title of having the lowest Metascore of any official Dungeons & Dragons game – a dismal 46 on Xbox 360. It tried to combine fast-paced action with cooperative gameplay, but didn’t succeed, paving the way for a similar misstep with Dark Alliance.

The game receives low ratings for a number of reasons, including limited character classes, a weak story, outdated visuals, and frequent bugs. While some players liked the cooperative mode, it’s no longer playable. Without co-op, most players find the game unengaging, resulting in a ‘Mostly Negative’ rating on Steam and a similarly poor Metascore.

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2026-02-05 00:41