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  1. #1 Pixel Samurai
    97% matchVery Positive90% of 131 reviews2022
    Dev: ArtofKingsgame
    Windows

    A journey of a lost samurai. Encounter five samurai and challenge them to a duel. Unleash your katana strike and deflect incoming attacks. Fight for honor or die with shame.

    Why similar: Difficult 34.5%, Swordplay 29.2%, Indie 17%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

  2. #2 Bannerman
    96% matchMostly Positive76% of 152 reviews2017
    Dev: Armitage Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Bannerman is a gritty and atmospheric medieval action/adventure with a bleak narrative and focus on historically accurate, challenging skill-based swordfighting!

    Why similar: Swordplay 36.9%, Difficult 20.2%, Indie 18.2%, Action 7.5%, Adventure 7.1%

  3. #3 Unsouled
    96% matchMostly Positive78% of 357 reviews2022
    Dev: Megusta GamePub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Unsouled is a 2D action RPG game requiring immense elaborate control. Take a break from repetitive attack and dodge action by challenging yourself with the world of Unsouled.

    Why similar: Swordplay 31.1%, Difficult 31.1%, Indie 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Action-Adventure 6.3%

  4. #4 Tails of Iron
    94% matchVery Positive88% of 14,555 reviews2021
    Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

    Why similar: Difficult 35.2%, Swordplay 20.8%, Adventure 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Medieval 8.9%

  5. #5 Riptale
    95% matchVery Positive87% of 111 reviews2017
    Dev: Super God
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Riptale is a challenging 2D roguelike action game aiming to make sword combat be as bloody and impactful as possible. The player collects gems that allow them to execute different attacks in the order of their choosing. All this results in a symphony of combos that fill the screen with blood and guts.

    Why similar: Indie 55.6%, Action 22.3%, Adventure 22.1%

  6. #6 Blasphemous
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 63,499 reviews2019
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

    Why similar: Difficult 41.4%, Indie 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Action 8.3%, Adventure 6.5%

  7. #7 Slash or Die
    93% matchVery Positive86% of 256 reviews2016
    Dev: ClickGames
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    In this game you will face violence and extraordinary complexity. You will have to become one of three heroes to slash enemies or to die from their hands. What will your hero do? It depends only on your skills…

    Why similar: Difficult 48.5%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Arcade 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Action 8.6%

  8. #8 Rebellion
    92% matchMostly Positive74% of 69 reviews2022
    Dev: TGM
    Windows

    Rebellion is a souls like and roguelite action game about your revenge saga. Unfairly imprisoned, you seek to cross swords with the King again, for the last time! Escape the jail, explore the castle and it's different areas and layouts, find and recruit allies, choose to fight or sneak from enemies.

    Why similar: Difficult 64.5%, Medieval 21.9%, Action 11.1%, Singleplayer 2.6%

  9. #9 Katana Soul
    91% matchVery Positive97% of 73 reviews2019
    Dev: SEEP
    Windows

    Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.

    Why similar: Indie 31.6%, Difficult 26.9%, Action 14.3%, Adventure 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

  10. #10 Eldest Souls
    91% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,257 reviews2021
    Dev: Fallen Flag StudioPub: United Label
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.

    Why similar: Difficult 40.8%, Indie 19.5%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Action 6.5%

  11. #11 Bleak Sword DX
    90% matchMostly Positive78% of 659 reviews2023
    Dev: more8bitPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Discover and destroy increasingly horrifying creatures across an oppressive lofi world, wielding fierce weaponry and powerful magic in this pocket-sized action adventure.

    Why similar: Swordplay 38.7%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Arcade 10.8%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Medieval 7.4%

  12. #12 Brume
    89% matchVery Positive82% of 159 reviews2019
    Dev: Sokpop Collective
    Windows · Mac

    A challenging action-adventure game. Explore a foggy abandoned island, fight knights, slugs and ghosts, and make your way to an old corrupted keep.

    Why similar: Indie 46.3%, Difficult 22%, Adventure 17.9%, Medieval 13.8%

  13. #13 Cubes and Knights
    88% matchVery Positive93% of 83 reviews2022
    Dev: Sergey Bobrov
    Windows

    You are strong and huge, you have a heavy sword in your hands, and somewhere deep an ancient evil is hidden. The King himself sent you on a difficult campaign: to find the immortal enemy of all people. Find ancient artifacts and work your way through the labyrinths with steel and magic.

    Why similar: Swordplay 28.6%, Difficult 27.6%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Medieval 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

  14. #14 DarkMaus
    89% matchVery Positive81% of 437 reviews2016
    Dev: Daniel Wright
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    DarkMaus is an indie action RPG with challenging, skill-based combat that punishes careless play.

    Why similar: Difficult 50%, Indie 35.7%, Action 14.3%

  15. #15 Unto The End
    87% matchMostly Positive76% of 471 reviews2020
    Dev: 2 Ton Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Master tactical sword fighting combat, or discover ways to avoid bloodshed. A journey that trusts you from beginning to end.

    Why similar: Swordplay 37.6%, Indie 16%, Difficult 16%, Adventure 12.1%, Action 11.6%

  16. #16 Greedventory
    86% matchMostly Positive80% of 265 reviews2023
    Dev: Black Tower BasementPub: Nordcurrent Labs
    Windows

    Greedventory is a gorgeous pixel-art linear action RPG experience, where the only thing between you and an embarrassingly swift death is your mouse. Strike, parry, and cast powerful spells on your enemies, loot ancient treasures, explore a brutal realm, and become the hero you never wanted to be!

    Why similar: Difficult 37.7%, Indie 14.8%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Action 8.6%, Adventure 8.1%

  17. #17 Berserk or Die
    84% matchMostly Positive76% of 360 reviews2025
    Dev: Nao GamesPub: poncle presents
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    This is an action game in which players attempt to survive by defeating a number of enemies which appear from the left and right sides of the screen. Use a unique keyboard-banging control scheme for maximum dopamine! Go Berserk, or Die!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.4%, Indie 30.5%, Action 26.5%, Singleplayer 2.6%

  18. #18 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
    86% matchMostly Positive78% of 79 reviews2019
    Dev: Planet Tobor
    Windows

    A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!

    Why similar: Difficult 30.4%, Indie 21.8%, Hack and Slash 9.7%, Adventure 7.8%, Medieval 7.7%

  19. #19 Swordbreaker: Back to The Castle
    85% matchMixed60% of 85 reviews2020
    Dev: DuCats Games Studio
    Windows

    An action-adventure in a medieval fantasy universe. Learn all about the adventures of mighty Swordbreaker before his appearance in the castle. Destroy enemies with a sword, magic, and a unique device — the swordbreaker, from which the hero got his alias!

    Why similar: Indie 29%, Difficult 25.4%, Adventure 12.6%, Action 12.3%, Hack and Slash 10.6%

  20. #20 Rogue's Tale
    84% matchMostly Positive72% of 751 reviews2014
    Dev: Epixx.org
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Rogue's Tale is a single player turn-based dungeon crawling game.

    Why similar: Indie 64.5%, Difficult 29.2%, Adventure 6.3%

  21. #21 Weird RPG
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 4,225 reviews2022
    Dev: yuzhen
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    "Weird RPG" is a highly difficult and fast-paced action RPG game focusing on boss battle,

    Why similar: Action 45.9%, Adventure 28.3%, Hack and Slash 19.1%, Singleplayer 6.8%

  22. #22 Goat's Tale (Classic)
    82% matchVery Positive84% of 339 reviews2022
    Dev: FoxSox GamesPub: FoxLoaf Games
    Windows

    The treasures hidden on the peaks await the most lively, goat daredevils. The challenge will be difficult and… irritating - only the best and most patient will get to the top.

    Why similar: Difficult 43.3%, Indie 19.3%, Action 7.8%, Arcade 7.7%, Adventure 7.3%

  23. #23 Unworthy
    82% matchVery Positive81% of 848 reviews2018
    Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

    Why similar: Difficult 37%, Indie 31.1%, Action 11.8%, Adventure 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%

  24. #24 Revenge of the Headless
    83% matchMostly Positive78% of 55 reviews2018
    Dev: Sloth Studio
    Windows

    A brick adventure game. Every time will change the dungeon, use your head to kill a blood road, Durahan.

    Why similar: Indie 36.7%, Difficult 32.5%, Adventure 15.5%, Action 15.2%

  25. #25 ABYSSAL BLADE
    78% matchVery Positive97% of 97 reviews2025
    Dev: Vifer Games
    Windows · Mac

    ABYSSAL BLADE is a pixel-art boss rush inspired by MMO raid mechanics. With only 1 HP, take up your blade and challenge the five stages of grief.

    Why similar: Difficult 47.5%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Action 8.3%

  26. #26 In Celebration of Violence
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 506 reviews2018
    Dev: Julian Edison
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    A fantasy action roguelike of exploration and murder. Live, kill, die, improve, live again.

    Why similar: Difficult 44.7%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Medieval 10.5%, Adventure 9.9%

  27. #27 GIGASWORD
    77% matchMostly Positive77% of 136 reviews2025
    Dev: Studio HybridPub: Akupara Games
    Windows

    Balance the weight of the GIGASWORD, battling between brain and brawn. Solve intricate puzzles, discover covert chambers, and slash through foes as Ezra fights to reach the top of the Nestrium and recover the God Crystal within. Can he restore the world's coherency before it's too late?

    Why similar: Swordplay 36%, Action 16.1%, Adventure 16%, Medieval 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%

  28. #28 Dungeons of Edera
    79% matchMixed68% of 1,058 reviews2022
    Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory.

    Why similar: Indie 29.5%, Difficult 18.1%, Action 14.3%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Adventure 13.2%

  29. #29 Katana Kata
    80% matchMixed68% of 73 reviews2020
    Dev: Stas Shostak
    Windows

    Indie souls-like with innovative fight system where you practice your Katana on the path for endless improvement; again and again.

    Why similar: Swordplay 37.8%, Indie 21.6%, Difficult 18.4%, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Action 9.4%

  30. #30 Eternal Step
    81% matchMixed64% of 75 reviews2015
    Dev: Once More With GustoPub: Green Man Gaming Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Eternal Step is a deviously difficult, rogue-like action adventure game.

    Why similar: Difficult 39.2%, Indie 30.2%, Action 8.3%, Adventure 8.2%, Hack and Slash 8%

  31. #31 Hack And Climb
    75% matchVery Positive98% of 59 reviews2026
    Dev: Kodachi Games
    Windows

    Be the weapon! Swing like an axe, thrust like a spear, and soar like an arrow in this physics-based platformer. Flip, throw, and carve your path to the peak! Rage burns, revenge awaits... Are you up to the challenge?

    Why similar: Difficult 57.9%, Medieval 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Adventure 10.7%, Singleplayer 1.9%

  32. #32 Volgarr the Viking II
    76% matchVery Positive82% of 97 reviews2024
    Dev: Digital Eclipse
    Windows

    A hardcore, 2D action-platformer where only precision can keep you from death.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.2%, Arcade 17.4%, Action 16.1%, Adventure 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%

  33. #33 Moonscars
    74% matchVery Positive83% of 1,466 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

    Why similar: Difficult 21.9%, Indie 19.7%, Action 19%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Action-Adventure 11.8%

  34. #34 Beats Warrior: Nian
    77% matchVery Positive86% of 50 reviews2019
    Dev: Liujiajun
    Windows

    "Beats Warrior: Nian" is a strange rhythm action adventure game. The story tells that Nian and Bao never miss the adventure! Nian will use special beat combat techniques to defeat creatures and bosses in several worlds.

    Why similar: Indie 39.6%, Difficult 24.1%, Action 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6.5%

  35. #35 Hyper Knights
    76% matchVery Positive89% of 823 reviews2017
    Dev: Endless Loop Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Slash and Dash, raise your army, learn powerful combos and take back your land!

    Why similar: Indie 33.7%, Action 16.3%, Medieval 13.8%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Adventure 9.5%

  36. #36 The Excrawlers
    75% matchVery Positive88% of 120 reviews2023
    Dev: Game Dynasty
    Windows

    Action-RPG slasher in which you have to get into the dark atmosphere of dungeons full of monsters and madness.

    Why similar: Difficult 50.9%, Hack and Slash 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action 8.2%, Action-Adventure 4.5%

  37. #37 Chamber of Darkness
    78% matchMixed46% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: The Crow StudiosPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 6 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 26%

    Play as a fearsome knight on a journey filled with challenges. Use a variety of abilities and powerups to take down enemies in an abandoned, torn by war castle.

    Why similar: Indie 42.4%, Difficult 24.3%, Adventure 17.4%, Medieval 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

  38. #38 Nightmare: The Lunatic
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 266 reviews2024
    Dev: Maetdol Games
    Windows

    Nightmare: The Lunatic is a parrying action rogue-lite platformer game about escaping a nightmare. Constantly swap between 3 weapons, use special attacks, and avoid and parry enemy attacks. Strengthen yourself by collecting powerful and unique totems.

    Why similar: Difficult 51%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Indie 9.4%, Action 7.5%

  39. #39 Crimson Capes
    70% matchVery Positive91% of 151 reviews2026
    Dev: Poor Locke
    Windows

    Engage in fluid 2D pixel art swordplay, hunt down witches, fight monsters and experience the age of high adventure. Enter the guild of the Crimson Capes and explore a fantasy world of Sword and Sorcery.

    Why similar: Swordplay 52.7%, Medieval 13.7%, Adventure 13.3%, Action 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

  40. #40 Thy Sword
    73% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2017
    Dev: GamePhase
    Windows

    Thy Sword is a hack n' slash platformer with procedural levels and roguelike elements. A world of Sword & Sorcery awaits!

    Why similar: Indie 53.7%, Action 23.6%, Adventure 22.7%

  41. #41 Animus - Stand Alone
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 69 reviews2019
    Dev: TENBIRDS
    Windows

    ANIMUS is an Action RPG that calls upon you to bring an end to a dying world. Button mashing will get you killed. Keep a keen eye on your stamina as you block, dodge, and strike down your enemies.

    Why similar: Swordplay 43.2%, Difficult 23.4%, Hack and Slash 14%, Action 9.5%, Indie 8.3%

  42. #42 StormEdge
    71% matchMostly Positive72% of 214 reviews2024
    Dev: Shieldbreaking GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows

    Dodge enemies' attacks, activate lethal traps and customize your hero in StormEdge. Brace yourself for the dangerous Elemental Storms that will put your skills to the test!

    Why similar: Difficult 44.8%, Indie 17.4%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Action 8.8%

  43. #43 Souldiers
    71% matchMixed69% of 3,012 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

    Why similar: Difficult 48%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Action 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Adventure 7.8%

  44. #44 GLADIUM
    72% matchMostly Positive73% of 84 reviews2021
    Dev: Eirik Wiklund
    Windows

    Unforgiving boss fights. Gory pixels. Glorious fast-paced gladiatorial action-combat. Analyze your opponents weakness, adapt your strategy and colour the sands with the blood of your enemies.

    Why similar: Difficult 50.5%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Indie 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Action 9.3%

  45. #45 Chivalry: Medieval Warfare
    70% matchVery Positive83% of 65,320 reviews2012
    Dev: Torn Banner Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 25.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Besiege castles and raid villages in Chivalry: Medieval Warfare, a fast-paced medieval first person slasher with a focus on multiplayer battles

    Why similar: Swordplay 36.2%, Medieval 28.5%, Action 10.9%, Difficult 9.7%, Indie 9.3%

  46. #46 Crimson Oath
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 639 reviews2026
    Dev: Parry Frames Team
    Windows

    Long may the sun shine! Prepare to suffer! Souls-like combat adventure in a unique world. Learn to fight... then fight to realize your belief.A warrior gradually grows and uncovers the ultimate truth of world change.

    Why similar: Difficult 45%, Medieval 13.8%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Action 9.4%, Action-Adventure 9%

  47. #47 Demon Skin
    72% matchMostly Positive72% of 140 reviews2021
    Dev: Ludus futurePub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Brutal Hack&Slash game with a challenging combat system plunges you into the harsh dark fantasy world to test your will and your skills. Only those who dare to get into the Demon Skin can survive!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.9%, Action 21.9%, Adventure 18.6%, Action-Adventure 18.6%, Singleplayer 4%

  48. #48 Reaper - Tale of a Pale Swordsman
    73% matchMixed67% of 457 reviews2014
    Dev: Hexage
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Enter the world ripe with magic and monsters. Become the Black Swordsman and slay thousands of enemies in an epic action RPG!

    Why similar: Difficult 30.7%, Indie 25.2%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action 11.2%, Arcade 8.3%

  49. #49 Path of Redemption
    71% matchVery Positive84% of 61 reviews2020
    Dev: Headbang Studio
    Windows

    A challenging Souls-Like ARPG that you need to fight your way to survive the deadly enemies and enviroments.

    Why similar: Swordplay 32.8%, Indie 19.4%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Medieval 9.8%, Adventure 8.3%

  50. #50 Dead Cells
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 180,167 reviews2018
    Dev: Motion Twin
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

    Why similar: Difficult 29%, Hack and Slash 20.4%, Adventure 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Action 11.3%

  51. #51 Devious Dungeon
    69% matchVery Positive83% of 409 reviews2019
    Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.

    Why similar: Difficult 53.5%, Indie 14.3%, Arcade 12.7%, Action 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

  52. #52 Vindilis
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 70 reviews2025
    Dev: François Mauxion
    Windows

    Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.

    Why similar: Swordplay 47.5%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Adventure 10.6%, Action 9.8%

  53. #53 Dustless
    66% matchVery Positive83% of 69 reviews2026
    Dev: 神刀之死Pub: Paras Games
    Windows

    Dustless is a hand-drawn wuxia side-scrolling action game built around Yin-Yang switching, fast pressure, and endless combos. Play as a swordsman in white, link sword skills, launch enemies, and overwhelm bosses through aggressive rhythm. Defense is only a fallback while you learn.

    Why similar: Swordplay 43.6%, Indie 19.1%, Adventure 13%, Action 11.7%, Action-Adventure 11.7%

  54. #54 Demons of Asteborg
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2021
    Dev: Neofid Studios
    Windows

    Demons of Asteborg® is an action-platform game, with elements of metroidvania. Play as Gareth and prevent Zadimus from destroying Asteborg !

    Why similar: Swordplay 50.1%, Medieval 15.3%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Action 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 9%

  55. #55 Pixel Survivors : Roguelike
    67% matchVery Positive81% of 468 reviews2023
    Dev: Amrita
    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    A rogue-lite game where you must face hundreds of monsters with increasingly difficult bosses that strong enough to take you down. Choose your abilities, build your favorite combat style, become stronger and survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.8%, Medieval 26.7%, Action 25.8%, Adventure 15.8%, Singleplayer 4.9%

  56. #56 Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter
    65% matchVery Positive80% of 1,894 reviews2025
    Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Embark upon a vast, snow-ravaged kingdom in Tails of Iron 2, sequel to the critically acclaimed action-RPG. As Arlo, heir to the Warden of the Wastes, adventure through harsh northern lands, home to giant beasts and ragtag bandits, in an epic quest to overcome an ancient, blood-starved evil.

    Why similar: Difficult 48.3%, Swordplay 10.3%, Adventure 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Indie 7.1%

  57. #57 Buff Knight Advanced
    70% matchMostly Positive72% of 67 reviews2015
    Dev: Buff Studio Co.,Ltd.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Buff Knight Advanced is a 2D Pixel RPG where you’re constantly on the move. Kill the invading monsters with your sword or by timing your use of spells carefully! As you progress the game becomes more intense with stronger and uglier monsters!

    Why similar: Indie 45%, Pixel Graphics 22.7%, Action 16.6%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  58. #58 Skelly Selest
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 286 reviews2018
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Skelly Selest is a score-attack hack slash dash run 'n' gun-athon. Venture into the procedurally generated perdition depths of Hell to purge the evil taint of the Deamonica Netherlords and their fiendly followers.

    Why similar: Difficult 32.9%, Indie 25.4%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Action 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

  59. #59 Pale Coins
    63% matchVery Positive94% of 285 reviews2025
    Dev: Lukas Irzl
    Windows

    Journey into the ruthless open world of Pale Coins, an old-school fantasy RPG. Face punishing bosses, goblin-infested dungeons, and discover legendary weapons as you customize your champion and fight across Grenmark for the fabled Champion's Coin.

    Why similar: Difficult 42%, Hack and Slash 17%, Indie 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Adventure 8.1%

  60. #60 Shadowlings
    68% matchVery Positive82% of 97 reviews2018
    Dev: Games From The Deep
    Windows

    Shadowlings - is a slaughter to heavy metal in decorations of Medieval Japan.Hardcore battles, in which everything depends on your skill, ancient ninja's martial arts, sharp swords, strong spears and mysterious Shadow Magic.

    Why similar: Swordplay 30.3%, Difficult 21.6%, Indie 17.8%, Hack and Slash 9.8%, Action 7.4%

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