- #1 Shadow Angel
81% matchMixed45% of 20 reviews2022
Dev: Bluecharm
Windows
This game is a domestic third person RPG action soul game with female protagonists. In the process of fighting against the dark forces, you will continue to become stronger. Use multiple skills flexibly to defeat the enemy in bloody battle.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.1%, Martial Arts 16.6% ★, Swordplay 12.8% ★, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Action RPG 9.9%
- #2 Shadow Watcher
79% matchMixed45% of 22 reviews2022
Dev: 蓝色魅力
Windows
This game is a RPG action type game with female protagonists. Use all kinds of active and passive skills: assassination, back stabbing, rebound, counterattack, pursuit, combo, and active skills to show their skills in the face of a variety of enemies in bloody confrontation.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.3%, Martial Arts 13.3% ★, Swordplay 12.4% ★, Hack and Slash 11.2%, Action RPG 8.9%
- #3 Kala Vikrti
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Satriver Studio
Windows
Kala Vikrti a soulslike adventure of blades and betrayal. Fight for honor, or fall with the ashes of a dying era.
Why similar: Martial Arts 28.5% ★, Souls-like 25.4%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Action RPG 9.4%, RPG 6.3%
- #4 Nine Nights
72% matchPositive81% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: Li HuiPub: Daylight Game Studio
Windows
《Nine Nights》is an indie hardcore action-adventure game. You will become the killer Ci Lang, escape and fight back in the crisis-ridden world of Nine Nights. You have to rely on the high martial arts skills tenacious fighting, struggling to lead to the road to revenge.
Why similar: Martial Arts 26.3% ★, Souls-like 19.5%, Swordplay 15.8% ★, Hack and Slash 12%, Ninja 9.7% ★
- #5 Renxia
69% matchPositive83% of 24 reviews2026
Dev: IcarusStudio
Windows
Ren Xia is a ARPG game in which you play as a young knight who competes in a martial arts tournament in an ancient oriental country and makes unremitting efforts to win the first place in the world.
Why similar: Martial Arts 24.7% ★, Souls-like 19.7%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Swordplay 13% ★, Action RPG 9%
- #6 THE DOJO OF MOCHIKO
70% match2 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: FELICE INC
Windows · Mac · Linux
For just $1, battle through a fast-paced samurai fighting game where enemies grow stronger with each fight. Face relentless foes in the dojo, testing your skills and strategy. Only the strongest warriors can survive the final challenge and claim the title of the ultimate samurai!
Why similar: Martial Arts 30.1% ★, Souls-like 24.5%, Swordplay 17.3% ★, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Ninja 7.2% ★
- #7 Sword Sage: Awakening
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sword Panda LimitedPub: 4Divinity
Windows
Sword Sage: Awakening is an action RPG rooted in Chinese myth and folklore. You play as San Niang, a novice disciple of the Yuangong Sect, about to confront the thousand-year inherited burden by the leaking of the forbidden celestial books, and the many ominous forces lurking in the shadows...
Why similar: Martial Arts 30.7% ★, Souls-like 24%, Swordplay 16.8% ★, Action RPG 11.5%, Third Person 6.3%
- #8 Purge Of Evil: Age of the Fallen Spirits
69% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Hoa Lang Interactive
Windows
A dark action RPG inspired by Vietnamese mythology, where ancient legends, restless spirits, and forgotten sins shape a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Martial Arts 34.9% ★, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Action RPG 12.1%, Swordplay 10.8% ★, RPG 6.8%
- #9 yebushou:defeat pirates
69% matchMixed50% of 84 reviews2023
Pub:
Windows
Find the leaders of each area and use your skills and reflexes to kill them.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.7%, Hack and Slash 16%, Swordplay 15.1% ★, Action RPG 12.5%, Ninja 8.7% ★
- #10 Burning Sword: Death Sun
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nomadic Games
Windows
Burning Sword: Death Sun is a Wuxia hack n' slash game. Play as the great fighter, Zhāng Yì Xiàn, who seeks revenge for the death of his family at the hands of China's powerful Gāo Tiān Qí. Dive into a tale of revenge, redemption, martial arts, and intense swordplay.
Why similar: Martial Arts 31.9% ★, Swordplay 18.9% ★, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Action RPG 7.8%, Souls-like 7.5%
- #11 QUEEN'S GUARD
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MIBUKI STUDIO
Windows
An action RPG where you protect a princess of a fallen kingdom. Experience gripping swordplay with powerful, heavy strikes, and share a turbulent life on the run with the princess. When an age of chaos and destruction begins, protect the princess of destiny—no matter what!
Why similar: Martial Arts 27.2% ★, Swordplay 22.2% ★, Action RPG 15.8%, RPG 12.5%, Medieval 7.9%
- #12 Guardians Of Gaia: Guardians 8
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Handmade Games
Windows
Guardians of Gaia: Guardians 8 is an introduction to the combat and game mechanics of Guardians of Gaia. Are you ready to take up the challenge?
Why similar: Martial Arts 27.3% ★, Souls-like 22.1%, Hack and Slash 18%, Swordplay 16.3% ★, Third Person 8.7%
- #13 Sword of the Cat: Lost Hope
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Santeri SalovaaraPub: Toaster Group
Windows
A semi-open-world action RPG in a medieval-styled modern world. Fifty years after a great time disaster that killed most of mankind, two factions start looking for a way to restore the old world.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Swordplay 16.3% ★, Action RPG 12.5%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #14 Skelemental: Monk's Fury
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jamin Games
Windows
Reborn as the Skeleton Monk after a deadly betrayal, you scour a ravaged and corrupted land to find your captured lover and exact revenge on the one who killed you. Master impactful martial arts combos imbued with elemental power to avenge your own death and bring balance to the land of Mortis.
Why similar: Martial Arts 34.2% ★, Souls-like 27.6%, Action RPG 12.7%, Third Person 7.2%, RPG 5.9%
- #15 Phantom Blade Zero
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: S-GAME StudioPub: S-GAME Publishing
Windows
S-GAME presents Phantom Blade Zero, a fusion of classic Wuxia storytelling and exhilarating action powered by Unreal Engine 5. You play as Soul, a warrior with only sixty-six days left to live. Fend off assassins, unravel world-ending conspiracies, and defend your values with your life.
Why similar: Martial Arts 38.7% ★, Souls-like 17.2%, Action RPG 16.2%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Third Person 6.5%
- #16 Rise of Koreth
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 34 reviews2024
Dev: Vizzini Games
Windows
Uncover the mysteries of Koreth's resting place in this exciting hack n slash, dungeon crawler, platformer adventure.
Why similar: Souls-like 35.6%, Action RPG 14.9%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Demons 8.2%, RPG 6.8%
- #17 Abigor
67% matchPositive88% of 41 reviews2022
Dev: Crimson Knight Studios
Windows
Abigor is a third-person action RPG where you play as Alric, a demon hunter at Alastor Academy who must overcome incredible odds to protect his school from demonkind. Combat features traditional melee combat with dodging, but also a magic stance system which changes the players attacks.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.4%, Hack and Slash 19.9%, Action RPG 17.3%, RPG 12.9%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #18 The Circle Tales: Elvenwoods
66% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Studio Castor
Windows · Mac
The Circle Tales: Elvenwoods is a free-to-play action-adventure game where you embark on a journey to slay a god. The very first game by Studio Castor, set in a medieval high fantasy open world.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.4%, Swordplay 17.4% ★, Action RPG 15.1%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, RPG 8.5%
- #19 Echoes of Yi : Samsara
64% matchMixed63% of 515 reviews2025
Dev: Runmeng
Windows
ECHOES of YI: SAMSARA is a dark martial arts action game infused with traditional Chinese culture. Players embody the Sword Saint's first disciple, battling fierce enemies and unraveling the mystery beneath the Jianmu Tree. Will you face the challenges or go with the flow? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Martial Arts 32.7% ★, Souls-like 26.8%, Action-Adventure 8%, Action RPG 7.8%, RPG 6.5%
- #20 Thousands Layered Blade: Reforged
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 13th Game Studio
Windows
Thousands Layered Blade: Reforged is an action-packed action RPG game that immerses players in a stunning 3D world inspired by traditional sumi-e art, now enhanced with realistic brush stroke simulations.
Why similar: Martial Arts 26.3% ★, Hack and Slash 22%, Swordplay 15.4% ★, RPG 13.4%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
- #21 The Last Soldier of the Ming Dynasty
64% matchMostly Positive80% of 509 reviews2023
Dev: Circuit_ArtPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The Japanese pirates have terrorized the Ming Dynasty for generations. You've devoted your life as a soldier to fighting them.And now you are in their turf, alone with your sword; the last soldier in pirate's land in this 3D-action game inspired by traditional Chinese ink painting landscapes.
Why similar: Martial Arts 33.7% ★, Hack and Slash 18.5%, Swordplay 17.8% ★, Action RPG 12.6%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #22 MOONSHIRE
64% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Challacade
Windows · Mac
Embark on a journey to save MOONSHIRE as you navigate through a mysterious world filled with dungeons, weapons, upgrades, and fast-paced combat!
Why similar: Souls-like 27.8%, Swordplay 19.1% ★, Hack and Slash 18.5%, Action RPG 12.8%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #23 Your Sword Is So Big
66% matchMostly Negative35% of 100 reviews2021
Dev: Boom Games
Windows
Your Sword Is So Big is an emotional fantasy game. The detailed appearance of the character, a deep combat system and sensual animations will not let you get bored, and the beauty of the local castles and landscapes takes your breath away!
Why similar: Martial Arts 23.8% ★, Swordplay 17.5% ★, Souls-like 16.4%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Action RPG 6.8%
- #24 Bone Souls
63% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: 几几不小心
Windows
Bone Souls is an action RPG game set in a dark fantasy world. Enter a vast scene, challenge difficult and dangerous situations, and enjoy the sense of accomplishment when overcoming difficulties. The characters you meet on the journey and the stories that happen to the players are not to be missed.
Why similar: Souls-like 32.6%, Martial Arts 28.7% ★, RPG 13.4%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Third Person 8.8%
- #25 The Relic: First Guardian
64% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Project Cloud GamesPub: Perp Games
Windows
Embark on a heroic fantasy adventure in this unique, Asian-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.1%, Swordplay 20.9% ★, Action RPG 14%, Hack and Slash 11%, Third Person 7.6%
- #26 Dark Cave
66% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2020
Dev: Anpilov DenisPub: Denoriks Entertainment
Windows
Dark Cave is a third person slasher action game set in a dark fantasy world. Built by one-man development studio Denoriks, powered by the Unreal Engine. Your enemies are ruthless, so survival requires the highest alertness and precision.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.5%, Hack and Slash 23.8%, Swordplay 21.9% ★, Action-Adventure 6.8%, RPG 5.6%
- #27 Overcoming Fear - Joshua's Saga
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Comics GR ®
Windows
Overcoming Fear – Joshua's Saga is a third-person action-adventure game with intense combat and cinematic narrative. Mix faith and courage to face enemies, challenges and your own shadow in an epic journey of overcoming and purpose.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.4%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Action RPG 15.3%, RPG 12.1%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #28 NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black
62% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,788 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Using Unreal Engine 5 to significantly enhance graphic expression, this is the definitive version of "NINJA GAIDEN 2," featuring additional playable characters and enhanced battle support functions.
Why similar: Martial Arts 31.8% ★, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Swordplay 17.5% ★, Ninja 13.7% ★, Third Person 7.2%
- #29 Tokyo School Girl
64% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: FrisbyStudio
Windows
Use Souls-Like combat with a sword, gun, or your hands in this epic Third-Person adventure in the open world city of Tokyo to defeat the powerful ruler named Lion Knight and save your sister who is destined to save the city from destruction.
Why similar: Martial Arts 33.9% ★, Souls-like 31.1%, Swordplay 12.9% ★, Action-Adventure 6.3%, Ninja 5.7% ★
- #30 Rudra: A Tale of Time
64% matchMostly Positive76% of 25 reviews2023
Dev: Third Eye Interactive
Windows
Rudra: A Tale of Time is an action RPG inspired by Hindu scriptures. Embark on a journey of self-discovery by unlocking chakras and using mantras to save the universe from the forces of evil. Are you ready to unleash your inner warrior and restore balance to the universe?
Why similar: Souls-like 23.8%, Swordplay 17.1% ★, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Action RPG 12.1%, Demons 11.3%
- #31 Weird RPG 2
60% matchVery Positive93% of 725 reviews2026
Dev: yuzhen
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
An innovative third-person action RPG where you can choose traditional weapons to fight monsters fairly, or activate cheats like godly powers. The unique voice-controlled gear system lets you summon spells or enhance yourself. This is definitely an adventure you've never experienced before!
Why similar: Souls-like 27.3%, Martial Arts 15.4% ★, RPG 14.4%, Action RPG 12.3%, Hack and Slash 11.5%
- #32 Berserk High
63% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: WrongTaken
Windows · Linux
A hardcore action roguelike where you can feel the thrill of battle. Explore unknown worlds and bring eternal rest to ancient heroes. Depending on your choices, you may become a Swordmaster who dominates in one-on-one combat, or an Archmage who sweeps away enemies. Or discover a third path.
Why similar: Martial Arts 25.9% ★, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Swordplay 13.5% ★, Action RPG 9.3%
- #33 Magissy
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bit Fat Games
Windows
A story-driven adult RPG with a choice system set on the flying island of Alba. Explore locations, fight enemies, complete quests, and build relationships with characters. Your decisions affect the story's development and unlock unique scenes.
Why similar: Martial Arts 22.3% ★, Souls-like 20.6%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Action RPG 10.5%, Demons 9.2%
- #34 FADE
65% matchMixed65% of 68 reviews2020
Dev: Knight by Night
Windows
FADE is a classic Third person Action RPG. Travel to the land of Baltane and stop a twisted cult from finishing a ancient and twisted ritual. Face powerful bosses, collect loot, and fight horrific beings. Solo developed.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.5%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Swordplay 15.7% ★, Action RPG 12.1%, Third Person 6.4%
- #35 Dojo City
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Atlantic Games Inc.
Windows
Dojo City is a 3D action video game set in a reimagined, present-day New York City that is overrun by out-of-control martial arts dojos.
Why similar: Wrestling 41.8% ★, Martial Arts 28.8% ★, Swordplay 16.6% ★, Third Person 5.2%, Action 2.3%
- #36 Bastion: Gauntlet of the Chosen
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hot Knife Studios
Windows
An action RPG where scars are your skill points. No health bars, only instinct. As a gladiator in a tyrannical world, you fight to survive. Your choice: the regime's celebrated champion, or the rebellion's secret symbol? In a world that remembers your every deed.
Why similar: Martial Arts 26.2% ★, Souls-like 21.3%, Swordplay 14.9% ★, Action RPG 10.7%, Third Person 6.7%
- #37 Xuan-Yuan Sword VII
63% matchMixed63% of 9,558 reviews2020
Dev: SOFTSTAR
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Xuan-Yuan Sword VII is an ARPG rooted in Chinese history and mythology. Players take on the role of Taishi Zhao, a calm and reliable swordsman who was accidentally involved in a tragic fate. To protect his beloved family, he starts a journey in this chaotic realm to find the truth.
Why similar: Martial Arts 43.9% ★, Action RPG 13.4%, Hack and Slash 11%, RPG 9.4%, Souls-like 5.5%
- #38 ENDRAGON
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NINO
Windows
ENDRAGON is an action RPG in which Mars, a former hero, and Luna, a modern sorceress, travel together to defeat a great evil that has risen from the dead.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.5%, Action RPG 19.4%, Swordplay 17.7% ★, Third Person 9.1%, Medieval 6.3%
- #39 El Bastardo
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dragon Dropper
Windows · Linux
An action combat RPG where your you will stop at nothing to rescue your beloved cat "El Bastardo", who has been kidnapped by Orcs.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.4%, Swordplay 20% ★, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Action RPG 13.7%, Third Person 7.7%
- #40 Hot Dawg
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ThrillDaWill
Windows
Embark on a whimsical open-world adventure as Francis the Frank, a noble dachshund king betrayed during the Great Wienie War. In this action RPG, explore a vast medieval kingdom, battle rival breeds, complete quests, and reclaim your throne. Courage comes in all sizes—will you rise again?
Why similar: Souls-like 25.9%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, Action RPG 16.5%, RPG 9%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #41 Legend Of Calvas: The Acurine Heart
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Acurine Studios
Windows
A souls-like, action-adventure game where players harness elemental powers through Acurine shards, enhancing their abilities. Explore varied realms, battle formidable foes, and solve intricate puzzles! Embark on Calvas' journey, revealing the secrets of the Acurine Heart!
Why similar: Souls-like 33.5%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Action RPG 13.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, RPG 7.3%
- #42 Sun Is Dead
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quiet Dawn
Windows
The sun has died, and the world is consumed by darkness. In Sun is Dead, a high-speed action scavenger adventure, you must fight relentless Shadows, wield the last light, and uncover the truth behind the eternal night. Adapt, survive, and decide the fate of a dying world. Created by 1 person.
Why similar: Souls-like 32.2%, Action RPG 17.6%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Demons 7.5%
- #43 Bushido Saga: Nightmare of the Samurai
64% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Pandora Game Studio
Windows
Embrace the Way of the Warrior! Enter an Action-Adventure RPG game, as you step into the shoes of Kuranosuke Oishi, an honorable Samurai. Engage in thrilling dynamic combat, embark on a gripping Saga, vanquish the forces of darkness, and uncover a sinister plot against Lord Asano.
Why similar: Martial Arts 28.7% ★, Swordplay 18.7% ★, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Ninja 11.5% ★, Action RPG 9.5%
- #44 Tankiro
60% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Rmonak
Windows
Tankiro is a Souls-like action game with a heavy focus on parrying. Play as a tank and battle alien forces on the ground and in space to defend Earth.
Why similar: Souls-like 37.4%, Swordplay 24.3% ★, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Third Person 5.6%
- #45 Armed and Armoured
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Armoured Dudes 甲士Pub: The Virtual Sappers Ltd.
Windows
Armed and Armoured is a historical action & strategy RPG. The game dedicates to recreate the most realistic ancient sword fighting battles, with an immersive army organizing simulation system. The story background is based on the late Ming dynasty of China (late 16th Century).
Why similar: Martial Arts 27.2% ★, Swordplay 21% ★, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action RPG 10.1%, Medieval 6.4%
- #46 Rasetsu Fumaden
62% matchVery Positive88% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: exeCUTEPub: GAMER Plan
Windows
In the Edo period, in a world where demons, humans, and gods exist together, Rasetsu Raki, a princess of the demon tribe who possesses great sealing powers, helps people and defeats the enemies by skillfully using various 'sword techniques' and 'barrier techniques'.
Why similar: Martial Arts 27.5% ★, Souls-like 20.4%, Swordplay 18% ★, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Action RPG 11.5%
- #47 Knightmare Tales
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tistic Games
Windows · Linux
Knightmare Tales is a Third-Person-Action-Adventure in a nightmarish setting. Find your confidence and be yourself, in this emotional action adventure! Knightmare Tales is a classic Action-Adventure, focuses on combat and atmosphere with a captivating story, kind of a 'soulslike with a twist'.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.2%, Hack and Slash 23.4%, Action RPG 16.2%, Third Person 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
- #48 Aconitum
61% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Conceptual Cage
Windows
This is a sword fighting game in which you look at your enemy's data, mark them, and then fight them one-on-one.
Why similar: Souls-like 36.8%, Action RPG 20.3%, Swordplay 19.8% ★, RPG 8.3%, Third Person 7.9%
- #49 Baphomet
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mélancolie DiaboliquePub: Mélancolie DIabolique
Windows
Baphomet is an engaging Narrative Action RPG that plunges players into the role of a Priest battling demons. Embark on a journey to exorcise and combat these malevolent forces in diverse settings such as dungeons, villages, cemeteries, catacombs, Hell, and beyond.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.1%, Swordplay 20.4% ★, Action RPG 13.6%, Third Person 7.3%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #50 武者斗天师
62% matchPositive90% of 41 reviews2021
Dev: AGAGamer
Windows
该Demo 参考了流星蝴蝶剑、火影忍者以及鬼泣系列,以独特的玩法于当前主流的战斗机制外,再创一种全新的战斗机制(舍弃快捷键和搓招的方式),该机制的战斗系统大体分为三种方向——即时战斗系统、半即时战斗系统和延时战斗系统,分别对应武者、斗者以及天师三种职业方向。目前,具备练习模式和PVE模式各一个关卡,开放三个职业中的两个职业——天师和斗士。
Why similar: Martial Arts 35.2% ★, Swordplay 23.4% ★, Ninja 14.1% ★, Action-Adventure 7%, Third Person 7%
- #51 Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
60% matchMixed49% of 28,668 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 28.2 hrsMean: 52.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A new dark fantasy Three Kingdoms action RPG from Team NINJA, the developers of Nioh.
Why similar: Souls-like 31%, Martial Arts 21.4% ★, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Action RPG 13.3%, RPG 6.9%
- #52 Ashes of Darkness
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chaka
Windows
Ashes of Darkness is a 2D Soulslike Action RPG set in a dark medieval world. Master fast-paced combat, defeat powerful enemies, collect rare artifacts, and forge your own build as you grow stronger and challenge deadly bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 35.1%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action RPG 15.5%, Swordplay 12.3% ★, Demons 4.5%
- #53 Num-Sama
62% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: TutMi Games
Windows · Linux
Num-Sama is third person melee combat game that can be played with Numpad keys.Promising to players a unique gaming experience.How you use your blade is important.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.4%, Hack and Slash 24.9%, Swordplay 17.1% ★, Ninja 7.8% ★, Third Person 7.8%
- #54 Somnium
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 春の戯れPub: 春のゲーム作り隊
Windows
“Somnium” is a TPS action RPG where you defeat enemies and advance by defeating bosses in each stage with your sword. Navigate boss rush-style dungeons while strengthening your character, aiming to clear stages through dodging, guarding, just guarding, and jumping.
Why similar: Souls-like 41.9%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Action-Adventure 13%, Third Person 12.1%, Action 7.9%
- #55 Mochiko The Samurai
59% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: FELICE INC
Windows · Mac
This sword was forged to sever the past. As Mochiko, a lone female samurai, battle demons and powerful bosses across many worlds. Behind their rage lies a sorrowful truth. Handcrafted by a solo developer, this small indie game carries the weight of every slash—and a story that stays with you.
Why similar: Souls-like 34.2%, Action RPG 19.4%, Hack and Slash 10.8%, Demons 9.8%, RPG 9.6%
- #56 The InVincible Iron Ivy: Enter the Pretty, Pretty Princess
61% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: JCM Design of North Carolina, Incorporated
Windows
This game is a Soulslike Role-playing game that uses a progress system (“leveling system”) for measuring players’ rates of success. This version of the game is a single-player mode-only game.
Why similar: Martial Arts 29% ★, Souls-like 27.8%, Action RPG 11.7%, RPG 6.9%, Swordplay 6.4% ★
- #57 Bloodfang
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ignite Dreams
Windows
Master challenging combat, dismember enemies, and unleash devastating combos of physical and magical attacks. Gather materials, craft powerful gear, and endure the trials of a relentless world.
Why similar: Souls-like 41.4%, Action RPG 18.5%, RPG 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Third Person 9%
- #58 SAMURAI Survivor -Undefeated Blade-
61% matchMostly Negative36% of 25 reviews2023
Dev: NEOLAVIPub: indiegamesjapan
Windows
SAMURAI Survivor -Undefeated Blade-is a Roguelike action game! Fight off mythical youkai enemies with your close combat techniques as one of three unique characters. Discover different sub-weapons and items in each game run to gain an edge in battle.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.9%, Martial Arts 24.3% ★, Swordplay 20.3% ★, Ninja 12.2% ★, Demons 10.8%
- #59 Dark México
58% matchPositive92% of 37 reviews2026
Dev: NorDreams
Windows
Everything is in your hands now… Defeat the Supreme Commander and free your people from oppression.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.6%, Hack and Slash 22.7%, Action RPG 18.1%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Third Person 7.3%