- #1 3079 -- Block Action RPG
97% matchMixed51% of 490 reviews2013
Dev: Phr00t's Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
3079 is a futuristic, open-world action first-person role playing game. All areas, buildings, items, quests and characters are randomly generated. You will find unique lands & challenges. I hope you enjoy it!
Why similar: RPG 38.3%, FPS 22.9%, Action 13.5%, Open World 13.2%, Indie 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct predecessor to the seed game, offering a similar blocky aesthetic and procedural RPG mechanics.
- #2 5089: The Action RPG
96% matchVery Positive83% of 326 reviews2016
Dev: Phr00t's Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
5089 is a deep & complex action RPG featuring strong sandbox roots. VR is supported, but not required. Watch the tutorial & VR videos next to the trailer! Everything is procedurally generated, like terrain, enemies, weapons, items & quests. Planet Xax's war rages on... how is that possible?
Why similar: RPG 30.1%, FPS 15.7%, Open World 13.7%, Action 10.1%, Procedural Generation 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: The successor to the seed game, refining the procedural open-world formula with improved visuals and mechanics.
- #3 8089: The Next Action RPG
96% matchVery Positive82% of 67 reviews2021
Dev: Phr00t's Software
Windows · Linux
8089 is a fully featured, open world procedural action RPG with randomly generated enemies, items and quests. Customize futuristic weapons with endless combinations in this fun game that doesn't take itself too seriously! VR is fully supported, but not required
Why similar: Open World 25.5%, FPS 22.7%, RPG 20.6%, Procedural Generation 16.5%, Action 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A further evolution of the developer's series, focusing on VR integration and expanded gun customization.
- #4 No Man's Sky
94% matchVery Positive85% of 402,164 reviews2016
Dev: Hello Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 20.2 hrsMean: 70.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
No Man's Sky is a game about exploration and survival in an infinite procedurally generated universe.
Why similar: Open World 42.3%, Procedural Generation 19.4%, Sci-fi 15.1%, FPS 10.5%, Action 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an unparalleled scale of procedural sci-fi exploration that mirrors the ambition of the seed game.
- #5 4089: Ghost Within
95% matchMixed61% of 107 reviews2015
Dev: Phr00t's Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Sneak & battle your way through a procedurally generated mothership in this stealth action RPG! Supports user content & the Oculus Rift!
Why similar: RPG 32.1%, FPS 20.9%, Action 13.1%, Procedural Generation 11.6%, Indie 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A stealth-focused entry in the same series that maintains the signature procedural sci-fi RPG feel.
- #6 Void Bastards
94% matchVery Positive86% of 5,386 reviews2019
Dev: Blue Manchu
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Inspired by BioShock and System Shock 2, Void Bastards is a revolutionary new strategy-shooter that will test your wits as well as exercise your aim. Can you lead the misfit prisoners of the Void Ark through the derelict spaceships and myriad dangers of the Sargasso Nebula?
Why similar: FPS 42.9%, Procedural Generation 20.1%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Action 12.4%, Indie 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Combines procedural ship exploration with FPS combat and RPG-lite progression in a stylized sci-fi universe.
- #7 Borderlands 2
93% matchVery Positive89% of 309,719 reviews2012
Dev: Gearbox SoftwarePub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.9 hrsMean: 65.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The Ultimate Vault Hunter’s Upgrade lets you get the most out of the Borderlands 2 experience.
Why similar: FPS 36.1%, RPG 27.9%, Action 18.3%, Open World 14.5%, Sci-fi 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: A definitive loot-heavy, first-person action RPG set in a vibrant, sci-fi open world.
- #8 Deep Rock Galactic
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 372,881 reviews2020
Dev: Ghost Ship GamesPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows
Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 75.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring dwarven space miners, procedurally-generated destructible environments, and endless hordes of alien monsters. Explore cave systems, mine for minerals, and work together to survive!
Why similar: FPS 46.6%, Procedural Generation 26%, Sci-fi 13.9%, Action 13.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features procedural, destructible environments and intense sci-fi combat that emphasizes cooperative exploration.
- #9 E.Y.E: Divine Cybermancy
92% matchVery Positive85% of 7,960 reviews2011
Dev: Streum On Studio
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
In a dark Cyberpunk world, you (and up to 3 friends) wage war against the all-powerful Federation in this Source-powered FPS/RPG.
Why similar: RPG 39.2%, FPS 36.4%, Action 10.2%, Indie 7.1%, Sci-fi 6%
Why You'll Like It: A complex, niche sci-fi FPS RPG that shares the experimental and dense gameplay design of the seed game.
- #10 NeonXSZ
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 111 reviews2016
Dev: Intravenous SoftwarePub: None - Independent
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prepare to destroy, loot, and pilot remarkably agile cyber gunships in an open world where every opponent has unique intelligence and skill. Combine hundreds of upgrades with action RPG loot and leveling for a gaming experience quite unlike anything you have played before.
Why similar: FPS 26.6%, RPG 20.8%, Open World 18.3%, Procedural Generation 12.3%, Action 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 6DOF sandbox game that shares the indie, action-oriented, and open-world nature of the seed game.
- #11 The Outer Worlds
89% matchVery Positive83% of 28,022 reviews2020
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Private Division
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The Outer Worlds is an award-winning single-player RPG from Obsidian Entertainment and Private Division. As you explore a space colony, the character you decide to become will determine how this player-driven story unfolds. In the colony's corporate equation, you are the unplanned variable.
Why similar: RPG 29.3%, FPS 27.8%, Open World 25.8%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a narrative-driven sci-fi RPG experience with first-person combat and exploration elements.
- #12 Star Valor
89% matchVery Positive89% of 3,325 reviews2022
Dev: Rafael Burgos
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Choose your own destiny as you explore an open-world procedurally generated galaxy where anything is possible. Become a miner, a trader, a bounty hunter, a pirate, or perhaps a jack of all trades. Start off small and build your way to the top but remember with every action, comes consequences.
Why similar: RPG 31.1%, Open World 23.4%, Procedural Generation 14.9%, Action 12.5%, Sci-fi 10%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox space RPG that emphasizes procedural generation and loot-driven progression.
- #13 Generation Zero®
88% matchMostly Positive72% of 41,588 reviews2019
Dev: Systemic Reaction™Pub: Avalanche Studios
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Generation Zero is a stealth-action shooter where you wage guerilla warfare against lethal mechanical enemies. Explore a vast open world map inspired by the Swedish Cold War era, take part in the resistance alone or with up to three friends in seamless co-op.
Why similar: FPS 39.1%, Open World 33.1%, Sci-fi 14.2%, Action 13.6%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world FPS set in a sci-fi landscape where players scavenge and fight against robotic threats.
- #14 7 Days to Die
85% matchVery Positive87% of 396,805 reviews2024
Dev: The Fun PimpsPub: The Fun Pimps Entertainment LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 16.8 hrsMean: 107.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
7 Days to Die is an open-world game that is a unique combination of first-person shooter, survival horror, tower defense, and role-playing games. Play the definitive zombie survival sandbox RPG that came first. Navezgane awaits!
Why similar: Open World 34.3%, FPS 33.9%, Procedural Generation 19.3%, Action 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep procedural world generation and survival-RPG mechanics that reward exploration and base building.
- #15 One More Dungeon
87% matchMostly Positive77% of 660 reviews2015
Dev: Stately Snail
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
One More Dungeon is a first person shooter roguelike with procedurally generated levels and pixel-art graphics.
Why similar: RPG 44.7%, FPS 30.7%, Action 12.6%, Indie 11.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that uses procedural generation to keep the action fresh.
- #16 Exiled Kingdoms
86% matchVery Positive90% of 1,099 reviews2018
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!
Why similar: RPG 52.9%, Open World 23.3%, Action 11.8%, Indie 10.6%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world RPG that captures the classic, indie-driven feel of exploration and questing.
- #17 Transcendence
86% matchVery Positive88% of 221 reviews2015
Dev: Kronosaur Productions
Windows
Explore the farthest reaches of Human Space in this open-world space adventure. Compelled to journey to the Galactic Core by a mysterious hyperintelligence, you must fight your way through dozens of star systems teeming with clashing empires, expansionist AIs, and fearsome xenophobes.
Why similar: Open World 25.3%, RPG 24.6%, Procedural Generation 17.8%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Action 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A space-based action RPG that focuses on exploration and procedural discovery.
- #18 Cyberpunk 2077
81% matchVery Positive86% of 926,786 reviews2020
Dev: CD PROJEKT RED
Windows · Mac
Median: 62.8 hrsMean: 115.2 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world, action-adventure RPG set in the dark future of Night City — a dangerous megalopolis obsessed with power, glamor, and ceaseless body modification.
Why similar: RPG 24%, Open World 23.9%, FPS 22.5%, Futuristic 13.1%, Sci-fi 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A massive open-world sci-fi RPG that offers deep character customization and first-person combat.
- #19 Remnant: From the Ashes
82% matchVery Positive84% of 56,041 reviews2019
Dev: Gunfire GamesPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The world has been thrown into chaos by an ancient evil from another dimension. As one of the last remnants of humanity, you must set out alone or alongside up to two other survivors to face down hordes of deadly enemies to try to carve a foothold, rebuild, and retake what was lost.
Why similar: RPG 60%, Action 26%, Procedural Generation 12.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: Utilizes procedural generation to create varied sci-fi worlds for challenging action-RPG combat.
- #20 Within the Cosmos
82% matchMixed44% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: debdev
Windows
Within the Cosmos is a sci-fi RPG. After awakening in a secluded star system, you soon discover a fractured human society grappling with an emerging android threat. Explore planets, uncover mysteries, and navigate differing philosophies. Your choices will shape how the story unfolds.
Why similar: RPG 33.7%, FPS 32.3%, Sci-fi 13%, Futuristic 10.5%, Action 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi RPG that prioritizes exploration and first-person shooter mechanics in a vast universe.
- #21 Songbringer
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 258 reviews2017
Dev: Wizard Fu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Imagine if the original Zelda game was set in a science-fiction galaxy. Explore this open-world, action RPG with roguelike and metroidvania elements. Mighty bosses lurk deep within procedurally-generated dungeons. Wield, vanquish, unearth, collect, craft, progress, trip, adventure.
Why similar: Open World 31.2%, RPG 24.4%, Procedural Generation 19.9%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Action 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A procedural action-RPG that emphasizes exploration and discovery in a sci-fi setting.
- #22 Fallout 4
79% matchVery Positive81% of 422,529 reviews2015
Dev: Bethesda Game StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 37.3 hrsMean: 117.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
From Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Starfield and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, comes Fallout 4. A landmark in open-world RPG design and winner of over 200 ‘Best Of’ honors, including the DICE and BAFTA Game of the Year.
Why similar: Open World 37.1%, RPG 29.1%, FPS 17.8%, Action 6.9%, Sci-fi 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential open-world FPS RPG that focuses on exploration, looting, and character progression.
- #23 Axion
84% matchMostly Negative32% of 116 reviews2015
Dev: Droog71
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Axion is an open world first/third person shooter with rpg and survival elements. The game is single player or multiplayer with LAN and online capability. Features include a large open world, character development and storyline in both single and multiplayer.
Why similar: RPG 39.9%, FPS 18.3%, Action 15.9%, Indie 13.6%, Open World 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused RPG that features procedural elements and multiplayer exploration.
- #24 Dungeons and Robots
81% matchMixed42% of 171 reviews2024
Dev: Glow Games Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Dungeons & Robots is an Action Shooter RPG where players explore futuristic dungeons and collaborate to fight, conquer and dominate. Features include, fast-paced combat; solo missions, 1-4 player co-op and guilds; crafting; customizable characters, weapons and armour; and procedurally generated content.
Why similar: RPG 57.4%, Action 23.6%, Indie 18.9%
Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy RPG that features robot-themed combat and procedural dungeon exploration.
- #25 CRABS MUST DIE!
78% matchVery Positive83% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: Roman Kharlamov
Windows
You've crash-landed on a forgotten planet and must survive in a hostile open world filled with mutated crabs and other enemies. Armed with weapons, a beat-up bike, and a few skills, you'll explore, fight, scavenge, and level up. A compact open-world shooter with light RPG and survival elements.
Why similar: FPS 29.8%, RPG 26.9%, Open World 21.3%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Action 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A quirky, sci-fi FPS RPG that leans into the procedural and action-oriented nature of the seed game.
- #26 Earth's Shadow
79% matchVery Positive91% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: WRF Studios
Windows
Earth's Shadow is a third person action Sci-Fi dungeon crawler set in the year 3081 on planet Sumbra; a remote alien planet where legends of valuable relics surround this black world, calling to the greedy and brave explorers seeking a bright future... but end up uncovering an even darker past.
Why similar: RPG 54.4%, Action 22.3%, Futuristic 17.4%, Sci-fi 5.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi action RPG that focuses on shooter mechanics and dungeon-crawling progression.
- #27 Space Pirates and Zombies
78% matchVery Positive91% of 3,143 reviews2011
Dev: MinMax Games Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore a randomly generated Galaxy populated with factions, enemies, missions, and items providing you with a unique experience each time you play.
Why similar: RPG 27.3%, Open World 16.8%, Action 15.4%, Procedural Generation 14.2%, Sci-fi 12.8%
- #28 Destination Sol
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,362 reviews2015
Dev: MovingBlocks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Pilot your ship in the seamless open world made of space, planets, and more. Find new ships and equipment, find allies and beat all the enemies in this open source space shooter!
Why similar: RPG 39.1%, Open World 23.7%, Action 14.5%, Indie 12.5%, Procedural Generation 6.6%
- #29 Second Sun
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 114 reviews2025
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Second Sun is a Hi-octane FPS with RPG elements, set in an open world, filled with intriguing landmarks, procedurally generated dungeons and tons of loot! Explore a vast, picturesque map and use your abilities to save the Empire from devastation and prevent the world from falling into darkness.
Why similar: FPS 26.9%, RPG 25.3%, Open World 18.7%, Procedural Generation 11.1%, Indie 9.2%
- #30 CYBER EMOJI TALE 2099
76% matchVery Positive88% of 112 reviews2021
Dev: MICROCHELIK5000
Windows
CYBER EMOJI TALE 2099 is a classic RPG with elements of a graphic novel, set in an open rail world with a system of hardcore real-time battles, in the universe of the near future.
Why similar: RPG 29.6%, FPS 28.3%, Futuristic 17.6%, Action 11.7%, Sci-fi 11.2%
- #31 Ketz: Galactic Overlords
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 362 reviews2025
Dev: Keep Games
Windows
Sci-fantasy themed roguelite horde survival game with RPG elements. Choose your character, collect various gear, and create game-breaking builds using powerful skills from the Galactic Leaders!
Why similar: RPG 41.4%, Procedural Generation 17.3%, Action 14.4%, Futuristic 14.4%, Indie 5.9%
- #32 Everpath
77% matchMixed68% of 77 reviews2019
Dev: Pixel Games Studio
Windows
Everpath is a roguelite RPG with hand-crafted pixel art, explore a procedural generated world with the combat and item system of the classics action RPGs. Embark yourself as a member of the Northbarrow army, choose and personalize your class to find what is lurking in the wilderness of Northbarrow
Why similar: RPG 74.6%, Indie 25.4%
- #33 CuberPunk 2089
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 196 reviews2018
Dev: Brouillard
Windows
CuberPunk 2089 - A game with an open world in a cubical style from the first person! At your disposal the whole city of the future Cube City with a huge bunch of tasks and Easter eggs!
Why similar: Open World 48.4%, Indie 47.9%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #34 Ampersat
73% matchVery Positive84% of 750 reviews2022
Dev: Gaterooze, Ink
Windows · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 48%
A shooty, slashy, RPG-y game mixing retro and modern sensibilities. A blend of influences from Gauntlet & Smash TV to Zelda & Angband, Ampersat is a handcrafted adventure but with appeal to Roguelite fans. Battle ASCII creatures in colorful areas & free letters to return language to the village!
Why similar: RPG 34.3%, Open World 27.3%, Procedural Generation 22.5%, Action 13.7%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #35 Fancy Skulls
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 347 reviews2014
Dev: tequibo
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Fancy Skulls is a challenging first person shooter with procedural generation, permadeath and distinct art style. Intense and tactical combat, unique weapon mods and items that change the way you play.
Why similar: FPS 38.5%, Action 31.1%, Indie 30.4%
- #36 Devil Spire Falls
70% matchVery Positive96% of 478 reviews2025
Dev: Ithiro Sumi
Windows · Linux
The open-world action-RPG, where you can do anything, of your dreams… as if it came out 30 years ago!
Why similar: Open World 47.2%, Procedural Generation 37%, Action 15.8%
- #37 Diehard Dungeon
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 499 reviews2014
Dev: Tricktale
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Combining its own unique take on the real-time roguelike genre, with a nostalgic 16-bit look and feel, Diehard Dungeon is a game that feels both familiar and quite different at the same time. Followed by a trusty, treasure collecting companion chest, you must make your way through the dungeons many randomly-generated rooms and levels.
Why similar: RPG 54.8%, Action 24.4%, Indie 20.8%
- #38 The Signal From Tölva
74% matchMixed68% of 1,104 reviews2017
Dev: Big Robot Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The Signal From Tölva is an open-world first-person shooter set on a distant, haunted, future world. Unlock savage weapons and recruit robots to fight alongside you as rival factions struggle to discover the source of the mysterious signal. What you discover will decide the fate of a world.
Why similar: FPS 32.1%, Open World 28%, Action 11.8%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Indie 8.4%
- #39 Delver
72% matchVery Positive88% of 2,836 reviews2018
Dev: Chad CuddiganPub: Priority Interrupt
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Delve into the shifting dungeons on your hunt for the Yithidian orb, but getting it might just be the easy part. Delver is a single player first-person action roguelike dungeon crawler, just like you wished they used to make.
Why similar: RPG 43.3%, FPS 16.9%, Indie 13.4%, Action 13%, Procedural Generation 11.7%
- #40 Gunlocked
71% matchVery Positive87% of 502 reviews2022
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!
Why similar: RPG 48.9%, Action 20.7%, Futuristic 17.3%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #41 Critadel
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 232 reviews2021
Dev: Pixelian StudioPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Critadel is a futuristic platform/shooter/roguelike with three playable characters, hundreds of branching paths and over 100,000 unique weapon configurations!
Why similar: RPG 44.2%, Procedural Generation 20.2%, Action 16.1%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Futuristic 8%
- #42 SKIPCHASER
73% matchMixed70% of 76 reviews2018
Dev: PonywolfPub: Ponywolf, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
SKIPCHASER is a story-driven sci-fi fantasy shooter with procedural missions, deep weapon customization and action/adventure elements.
Why similar: RPG 51.5%, Action 20%, Indie 18%, Futuristic 10.6%
- #43 Biomass
71% matchVery Positive85% of 104 reviews2020
Dev: Final Scene dev
Windows
Uncover the secrets of the sinking metropolis in this action RPG. Clash beam sabers, or be a gunslinger. Make alliances or go it alone. Your actions have consequences - those whom learn the nature of this world will be able to shape it as they see fit.
Why similar: RPG 57.8%, Action 23.1%, Indie 19.1%
- #44 Paranautical Activity: Deluxe Atonement Edition
72% matchMixed68% of 1,408 reviews2014
Dev: Digerati DistributionPub: Digerati
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Paranautical Activity combines the classic FPS action of games like Doom and Quake, with the randomness and difficulty of modern roguelikes like Binding of Isaac and Spelunky.
Why similar: FPS 50.8%, Indie 16.7%, Action 15.3%, RPG 11.6%, Procedural Generation 4.5%
- #45 The Great Rebellion
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 573 reviews2024
Dev: KvltgamesPub: AIP
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Great Rebellion is a cyberpunk 2D sidescrolling run'n'gun roguelite using mouse/twinstick-shooter controls. It features randomly generated levels, multiple difficulty modes (including optional permadeath), a dynamic soundtrack and an upgradeable player character.
Why similar: Futuristic 30.1%, Procedural Generation 29.2%, Action 21.2%, Sci-fi 19.5%
- #46 Hyper Light Breaker
67% matchMixed56% of 3,924 reviews2025
Dev: Heart MachinePub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A brand-new entry in the Hyper Light franchise, Hyper Light Breaker is an open world rogue-like with a unique world fully realized in 3D for the first time.
Why similar: RPG 40.5%, Open World 29.9%, Action 17.6%, Sci-fi 12%
- #47 Schism
66% matchVery Positive97% of 152 reviews2025
Dev: FamiPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Schism is a challenging action roguelike RPG with deep synergies and high broken build potential. The combination of robust stat systems, fully moddable guns, deity worship, intense frequency-switching bullet hell combat, and difficult bosses make for a unique and highly replayable experience.
Why similar: RPG 48.5%, Procedural Generation 21.4%, Action 15.4%, Sci-fi 12.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #48 Exoplanet: First Contact
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 328 reviews2016
Dev: AlersteamPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Build your path in this alien world. Do a dirty job for food or become the one who makes calls. Sometimes the right word makes a bigger impact than a big gun. Explore local culture and mysteries, and discover the harsh yet beautiful nature in this handcrafted singleplayer action RPG.
Why similar: Open World 50.2%, RPG 47%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #49 StarCrawlers Chimera
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Juggernaut Games
Windows
StarCrawlers Chimera is a first-person, turn-based, cyberpunk RPG. Customize your character skills and dive into the Chimera complex to find the elusive Dr. Cerberus. Are you a stealthy cyberninja? A crazed pyromaniac soldier? Mind-bending void psyker? Or... a bit of all of them?
Why similar: RPG 45.5%, Procedural Generation 25.4%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Futuristic 14%
- #50 3DRPG
70% matchMixed62% of 265 reviews2016
Dev: Doomster Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
3DRPG is a voxelized old-school RPG where you explore a Randomly Generated world filled with random dungeons, towns and people! Every character in the game is recruitable. Hunt for prey or go fishing for food. Search for treasure in dungeons and fight monsters on the way!
Why similar: RPG 40.3%, Open World 27.7%, Procedural Generation 24.5%, Indie 7.4%
- #51 Planet Explorers
68% matchMixed62% of 6,817 reviews2016
Dev: Pathea Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Planet Explorers is an open world sandbox adventure RPG game set on a distant planet. The game uses a new OpenCL calculated voxel system to allow players to change the terrain in any way, create new objects such as weapons, vehicles, objects, and do it anywhere.
Why similar: Open World 42.6%, RPG 34%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Indie 7.1%, Action 6.7%
- #52 Cats, Guns & Robots Prologue
66% matchVery Positive87% of 95 reviews2024
Dev: Mio Games
Windows
Step into an exciting journey in Cats Guns & Robots, a rogue-like action game where you are the last hope for the world. In this outlaw-like action game, surviving enemy attacks in each room will require careful choices of upgrading your character abilities and features of weapons in your inventory.
Why similar: RPG 62.7%, Action 20.2%, Sci-fi 14.1%, Singleplayer 3%
- #53 SPRAWL
65% matchVery Positive87% of 2,394 reviews2023
Dev: MAETHPub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 50%
SPRAWL is a hardcore retro FPS set in an endless cyberpunk megalopolis. Escape the walled city and take on the militarized government of the sprawl. Fueled by the blood of your enemies and a mysterious voice in your head, make your way towards the spire to topple whatever lays within.
Why similar: FPS 40.9%, Futuristic 22.3%, Sci-fi 20.7%, Action 13.8%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #54 Star Explorers
68% matchVery Positive83% of 250 reviews2018
Dev: Schmidt Workshops
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Planets, aliens, resources, upgrades, caves, mapping & documenting star systems ... seek a new home for the human race. An all-inclusive (admittedly janky) procedural space-sim made by solo developer Schmidt Workshops.
Why similar: Open World 26.7%, FPS 21.2%, Procedural Generation 19.6%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Action 10.2%
- #55 Wild West and Wizards
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 387 reviews2020
Dev: Lavaboots Studios
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Wild West and Wizards is an open world exploration RPG set in a re-imagined new frontier. Pick a class and level up unlocking abilities and exploring a world filled with quests, loot, outlaws, bosses, spells, caves, towns, and other mysterious places.
Why similar: RPG 33.1%, FPS 22.2%, Open World 20.1%, Action 12.7%, Indie 10.5%
- #56 Sector Space
64% matchVery Positive96% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: Robin M. FarrellPub: Outer Vision Games
Windows · Linux
Explore a procedurally generated galaxy, mine asteroids, refine minerals, colonize planets, build stations, deploy drones, salvage rare items, construct gear, level up, improve your ship, assemble a fleet, engage in combat, and take on the void.
Why similar: RPG 77.3%, Action 9%, Indie 7.7%, Sci-fi 6%
- #57 CrossCode
64% matchVery Positive93% of 17,652 reviews2018
Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
Why similar: RPG 54.3%, Indie 14.4%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Action 10.7%, Open World 6.7%