- Viral Success: The D&D-themed dating sim reached its funding goal in record time, doubling its target within the first 120 minutes.
- The BG3 Legacy: Explicitly targets fans who loved the deep companion romances of Baldur’s Gate 3.
- Indie Debut: The first project from the Spanish three-person development team, Twisted Twenty Studio.
If you spent more time agonizing over which companion to romance in Baldur’s Gate 3 than you did fighting mind flayers, a new indie contender is calling your name. ‘Dating & Dragons: A Love Quest’ has taken the crowdfunding world by storm, proving that the appetite for high-fantasy romance is stronger than ever.
Romance Meets the Dungeon: What is ‘Dating & Dragons’?
At its core, Dating & Dragons is a hybrid of a Visual Novel and a TRPG (Tabletop RPG). While many RPGs treat romance as a side activity, this game puts it front and center.
Players choose from four playable characters and set out on “Love Quests” to woo one of six unique companions. The current roster includes:
- The Half-Elf Bard: A master of words and music.
- The Stoic Dwarf: Quiet, strong, and deeply loyal.
- The Friendly Librarian: Knowledgeable and charmingly approachable.
Due to the overwhelming success of the Kickstarter, the developers are already considering a 7th romanceable character as a stretch goal.
Mechanics: Rolling for a “Natural 20” in Flirting
The game doesn’t just rely on dialogue trees; it incorporates authentic D&D mechanics to determine the success of your romantic endeavors.
| Stat | Function |
| Muscles | Strength and physical prowess. |
| Shady | Cunning and stealthy maneuvers. |
| Vigor | Vitality and endurance. |
| Brains | Intelligence and logic. |
| Spirit | Mental fortitude and will. |
| Charm | The primary stat for persuasion and flirting. |
Gameplay Loop: You’ll pick quests from a board, form a party, and head into dungeons. Between dodging traps and fighting monsters, you’ll encounter “Campfire Scenes” where your choices—and your dice rolls—dictate the future of your relationship. Much like the “Astarion disapproves” memes from Baldur’s Gate 3, your companions in Dating & Dragons have distinct personalities and will react dynamically to your actions.
Bite-Sized Adventure with High Replayability
Unlike 100-hour RPG epics, each “run” in Dating & Dragons is designed to be completed in under an hour. This encourages players to jump back in, try different stats, and pursue different romantic interests. Even a failed quest provides new items and traits that carry over, making your next “Love Quest” more likely to succeed.
The game features branching storylines and multiple endings for each companion, complete with unique ending illustrations for those who manage to seal the deal.
How to Support and Launch Details
The Kickstarter campaign is live until March 5, 2026. With 26 days left, the studio is now focused on reaching stretch goals that include new dungeons, an expanded soundtrack, and more elaborate romance scenes.
- Platform: PC (Steam) is the primary target.
- Content Warning: Includes suggestive and romantic themes, but the developers have clarified that there is no explicit/hardcore content.
- Pledge Info: Backing at the “Crush” tier (approx. $22) secures a digital Steam copy and exclusive digital bonuses upon release.
As ComicBook.com noted, the game “perfectly captures the heart of what made Baldur’s Gate 3 a cultural phenomenon.” For those looking to find love in the forgotten corners of a dungeon, the wait is almost over.
Kickstarter Page: Dating & Dragons: A Love Quest
Dating & Dragons: A Love Quest Steam Store Page:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3049840/Dating_and_Dragons__A_Love_Quest/
