Games with great character creation suites to play in 2022

One of the joys of playing an MMO or RPG is having the ability to create your own character – deciding how they’ll look, what traits or abilities they’ll get, and determining their class to suit your personality.

Some games feature character creators that keep it simple with things like presets, while others have surprisingly detailed creators that allow players to customise almost anything.

We’ve selected a few notable titles that have some of the best character creation suites to check out in 2022, and these games are detailed below.

The Sims 4

Release date: 2 September 2014

Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, and PC

Our first pick should come as no surprise considering The Sims series is primarily based around customization – allowing players to truly express themselves in all aspects of their Sim’s life.

The Create-A-Sim tool featured in The Sims 4 is the best version to date, as it allows players to sculpt faces, change body proportions, and choose multiple pieces of clothing to fit a specific style that can be worn on different days.

The game even allows you to determine your Sim’s emotional spectrum, ambitions, and overall personality before heading out into the world.

Cyberpunk 2077

Release date: 10 December 2020

Platforms: PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC

While upon its launch, there were many things not to like about Cyberpunk 2077, its character creation tool is not one of them.

The game offers players a wide variety of detailed options that allow you to customize almost every aspect of your character – including the more private areas.

Additionally, Cyberpunk 2077 provides a tailored gameplay experience as you get to assign core competencies and attribute points to your character and decide what their backstory will be.

Saints Row IV: Remaster

Release date: 23 August 2022

Platforms: PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC

The Saints Row IV remake is a couple of months away from its release, but it already offers one of the most diverse character creation tools to date.

Almost all aspects of your character will be customizable, ranging from wild hairstyles in the craziest colours to tattoos, tans, piercings, prosthetics, scars, and even minor details like veins, bruises, muscles, and wrinkles.

You’ll also be able to build your outfit using a multi-layer system that lets you craft a unique look to fit your character’s personality.

Additionally, vehicles and weapons will also be fully customizable, as the game will launch with over 80 vehicle options and you will be able to use a selection of materials, colours, textures, and decals to customize your weapons.

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Release date: 18 November 2014

Platforms: PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC

Dragon Age: Inquisition offers four races to pick from: Humans, Elves, Dwarves, and Qunari.

The game also offers face-sculpting and provides players with several presets which can be further altered using the given customization boxes and sliders.

Baldur’s Gate III

Release date: 6 October 2020

Platforms: PC

Baldur’s Gate III will give you the option to choose from eight races: Tiefling, Dwarf, Elf, Half-Elf, Drow, Half-Drow, and Githyank.

The game then provides an assortment of male and female presets along with a large pool of hairstyles, makeup, and tattoos.

While each race is limited to a selection of hair, skin, and eye colours, the game gives you the option to unlock the entire spectrum through its gameplay so you can get hyper-specific with your D&D roleplay.