Games Like A Plague Tale: Requiem

Follow the grim tale of young Amicia and her little brother Hugo, in a heartrending journey through the darkest hours of history.

Why similar: Medieval 18.8%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Historical 10.8%, Third Person 10%, Dark 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor delivers the same rat-infested medieval world, sibling-protection story, light-and-shadow stealth puzzles, and emotionally focused survival gameplay.

From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness. Set in the Viking age, a broken Celtic warrior embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 24%, Dark 15.9%, Third Person 13.6%, Atmospheric 13.5%, Story Rich 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its focused narrative, dark mythic setting, environmental puzzles, and harrowing personal stakes make it an excellent match for Requiem’s mood.

Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.

Why similar: Cinematic 23.8%, Emotional 16.2%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Third Person 13.4%, Thriller 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its tense stealth-and-scavenging encounters, brutal cinematic presentation, and deeply affecting guardian-and-child relationship closely mirror Requiem’s emotional core.

Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?

Why similar: Cinematic 20.6%, Emotional 19.8%, Third Person 16%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Exploration 9%

Why You'll Like It: A grim historical supernatural setting and a relationship-centered story give its third-person action RPG structure a strong emotional pull.

Experience the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, now on PC. Discover Ellie and Abby’s story with graphical enhancements, gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, and more.

Why similar: Emotional 16.1%, Third Person 14%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Realistic 12.2%, Female Protagonist 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It combines stealth, crafting, desperate combat, and exceptionally heavy character-driven storytelling in a similarly unforgiving world.

As Lara Croft races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, she must become the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.2%, Third Person 17.9%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Adventure 12.8%, Action 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This installment especially emphasizes stealth, environmental navigation, dangerous ruins, and a dramatic third-person adventure led by a capable heroine.

A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.

Why similar: Cinematic 20.3%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Third Person 11.3%, Exploration 9%

Why You'll Like It: Though more colorful, it shares a young woman’s emotional quest, companion-assisted puzzles, corrupted environments, and storybook cinematic presentation.

Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.

Why similar: Cinematic 27.2%, Emotional 15.4%, Dark 11.8%, Third Person 10.1%, Atmospheric 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A vulnerable child’s journey through a beautiful but cruel folklore nightmare provides the same blend of fairy-tale darkness, pursuit, and emotional weight.

Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration includes the base game and Season Pass featuring all-new content. Explore Croft Manor in the new “Blood Ties” story, then defend it against a zombie invasion in “Lara’s Nightmare”.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.8%, Third Person 17.5%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Adventure 13%, Exploration 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its tomb puzzles, stealth combat, harsh wilderness survival, and polished cinematic adventure structure align well with Requiem’s action-exploration balance.

Become a deadly Master Assassin in this action-adventure game. Explore the streets of ninth-century Baghdad through the eyes of Basim. Take down your targets while seeking justice as part of the Hidden Ones.

Why similar: Historical 27%, Action-Adventure 17.7%, Third Person 14.7%, Adventure 7.4%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its dense historical setting, social stealth, rooftop escapes, and assassin tools suit players who enjoyed Requiem’s medieval stealth sequences.

Little Nightmares II is the second game in a series that has thrilled and captivated millions of players worldwide since 2017. Now it’s your turn to try to survive this critically acclaimed entry in the most charming horror series ever made.

Why similar: Dark 29.6%, Atmospheric 16.7%, Adventure 15.4%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Story Rich 8%

Why You'll Like It: Its helpless-child perspective, haunting environmental puzzles, and constant sense of being hunted capture Requiem’s vulnerability and dread.

A third‑person psychological horror game where you explore both the real world and the spirit realm. As a medium drawn to a deserted resort, you’ll uncover dark secrets, confront echoes of trauma, and face the consequences of seeing more than one truth.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.6%, Adventure 17.7%, Third Person 17.3%, Dark 16.9%, Atmospheric 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its female-led psychological horror story, fixed-camera tension, dual-world puzzles, and somber atmosphere appeal to the more haunting side of Requiem.

Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.

Why similar: Cinematic 26.4%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, Emotional 12.8%, Third Person 12.6%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It expands the previous game’s emotionally charged family drama, cinematic spectacle, companion banter, and dark mythological adventure.

Reprise your role as a supernatural assassin in Dishonored 2. Declared a “masterpiece” by Eurogamer and hailed “a must-play revenge tale” by Game Informer, Dishonored 2 is the follow up to Arkane’s 1st-person action blockbuster & winner of 100+ 'Game of the Year' awards, Dishonored.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.6%, Atmospheric 18.6%, Action 15.5%, Exploration 11.6%, Story Rich 11%

Why You'll Like It: Its stealth-first infiltration, supernatural tools, plague-stricken atmosphere, and strong environmental storytelling make it a natural follow-up for stealth fans.

His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.

Why similar: Third Person 20.7%, Emotional 15.8%, Action 13.2%, Adventure 12%, Story Rich 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: This cinematic third-person odyssey pairs brutal encounters and environmental puzzles with a moving parent-child relationship and mythic danger.

A first-person horror adventure. Uncover your past and survive the Algerian desert. Fear is your enemy; stay calm to not succumb to an illness threatening you and your loved one. Avoid darkness, hide from monsters and solve puzzles. Adventure Mode available for a less scary experience.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 17.4%, Emotional 12.9%, Exploration 11.6%, Dark 10.8%, Female Protagonist 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative horror adventure centers on a mother’s desperate determination to protect her child while navigating hostile environments and puzzles.

Experience Aloy’s legendary quest to unravel the mysteries of a future Earth ruled by Machines. Use devastating tactical attacks against your prey and explore a majestic open world in this award-winning action RPG!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.8%, Third Person 16.9%, Adventure 12.7%, Exploration 11%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A compelling female protagonist, ruined-world mystery, tactical ranged combat, and story-led exploration make it a strong broader action-adventure alternative.

Paris, 1789. The French Revolution has been suppressed with bloodshed by Louis XVI and his merciless mechanical army. Aegis, a mysterious automaton masterpiece, must confront the king's army alone to save history in this challenging action-RPG.

Why similar: Alternate History 23.8%, Cinematic 17.4%, Third Person 15.4%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This alternate-history French Revolution adventure features a female automaton protagonist, oppressive period atmosphere, and demanding third-person combat.

Experience the epic Horizon Forbidden West™ in its entirety with bonus content and the Burning Shores expansion included. The Burning Shores add-on contains additional content for Aloy’s adventure, including new storylines, characters, and experiences in a stunning yet hazardous new area.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.4%, Third Person 16.7%, Exploration 14.5%, Action 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its polished third-person combat, cinematic character work, lush dangerous world, and emotional stakes suit those wanting a larger-scale heroine-led adventure.

Set in 1944 Italy, Martha Is Dead is an award-winning dark psychological thriller where the lines between truth, superstition, and tragedy blur. Explore a haunting countryside, uncover disturbing memories, and peel back layers of mystery. Every choice shapes the nightmare…are you ready to face it?

Why similar: Cinematic 24%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Dark 11.5%, Thriller 9%, Mystery 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, historically grounded Italian wartime mystery led by a young woman, it similarly uses disturbing atmosphere and personal tragedy over power fantasy.

Forge the legend of Baba Yaga, a girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from her home. Live out the origins of the Slavic myth in this one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.1%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Medieval 15.2%, Exploration 13.4%, Atmospheric 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its first-person archery, Slavic-folklore darkness, supernatural powers, and morally shaped coming-of-age story echo Requiem’s fantasy and survival elements.

Play a third-person, story-driven game set in alternative Russia at the turn of the XIX century where religious visions clash with harsh reality. INDIKA tells the story of a young nun who sets off on a journey of self-discovery with the most unusual companion by her side, the devil himself.

Why similar: Cinematic 24.9%, Third Person 16.2%, Dark 14.2%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Exploration 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This bleak, surreal historical adventure follows a troubled young woman through a hostile world, prioritizing unsettling atmosphere and intimate storytelling.

Embark on an original story, prequel to the award-winning games: A Plague Tale. As Sophia, journey to the Minotaur’s Island, outsmart deadly foes, unravel ancient secrets, and confront a mythical creature at the heart of a devastating curse.

Why similar: Historical 14.9%, Emotional 14.7%, Third Person 12.7%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Medieval 10.8%

London, 1918. You are newly-turned Vampyr Dr. Jonathan Reid. As a doctor, you must find a cure to save the city’s flu-ravaged citizens. As a Vampyr, you are cursed to feed on those you vowed to heal.

Why similar: Third Person 22.4%, Dark 18.2%, Atmospheric 14.8%, Action-Adventure 12%, Story Rich 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its plague-era London, bleak moral choices, supernatural affliction, and story-heavy encounters complement Requiem’s grim historical fantasy tone.

Winner of over 80 awards, CONTROL is a visually stunning third-person action-adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.5%, Third Person 22.6%, Atmospheric 12.6%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A powerful female protagonist, eerie supernatural mystery, cinematic worldbuilding, and escalating abilities make it a compelling atmospheric action alternative.

As the last mother fox on Earth, your cubs need all your care to survive in a merciless world that slowly destroys itself. You have to help them, teach them and save them. And you should never forget that extinction is forever – in the real world and in this 2023 BAFTA award winning experience.

Why similar: Emotional 31.9%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Dark 12.6%, Atmospheric 11.8%, Exploration 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its relentless focus on a parent protecting vulnerable children in a dying world captures Requiem’s most painful survival and family themes.

Detective Sebastian Castellanos has lost everything, including his daughter, Lily. To save her, he must descend into the nightmarish world of STEM. Horrifying threats emerge from every corner, and he must rely on his wits to survive. For his one chance at redemption, the only way out is in.

Why similar: Third Person 25.8%, Dark 15.2%, Atmospheric 15.2%, Action 13.2%, Adventure 13%

Why You'll Like It: Its resource-conscious stealth, improvised combat, grotesque threats, and desperate search for a loved one parallel Requiem’s survival intensity.

The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without.

Why similar: Cinematic 23.8%, Action-Adventure 21.9%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Dark 10.5%, Third Person 7.6%

Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale journey from visionary Swedish film director, Josef Fares and top-tier developer Starbreeze Studios. Control both brothers at once as you experience co-op play in single player mode, like never before.

Why similar: Emotional 34.1%, Atmospheric 21.3%, Adventure 20.7%, Story Rich 10.5%, Third Person 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: While mechanically gentler, its journey of two siblings enduring an unforgiving fantasy world is one of the closest emotional matches to Amicia and Hugo’s bond.

Embark on a quest for identity through time, as you piece together the puzzle of two lives.

Why similar: Cinematic 18.7%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Historical 10.8%, Emotional 10.4%, Realistic 8.8%

Embark on a perilous journey to rescue your brother and prevent a looming war. Harness the power of devastating magical abilities to conquer enemies, traverse treacherous landscapes, and unveil the hidden history of Aema.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.6%, Action-Adventure 17.9%, Third Person 17.3%, Realistic 9.2%, Atmospheric 8.3%

Journey through a tumultuous Medieval Italy as Aeta, a young knight errant who sets off on a brutal quest to find and save her closest one. 1348 Ex Voto is a cinematic action-adventure game inspired by chivalric tales.

Why similar: Historical 18.5%, Medieval 18%, Third Person 14.6%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Atmospheric 6.8%

Requiem for the dead. Nightmare for the living. Prepare to escape death in a heart-stopping experience that will chill you to your core.

Why similar: Cinematic 27.9%, Realistic 13.8%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Dark 12.3%, Female Protagonist 12%

A unique psychological action thriller delivered by A-list Hollywood performances by Elliot Page and Willem Dafoe, Beyond: Two Souls takes you on a thrilling journey across the globe as you play out the remarkable life of Jodie Holmes.

Why similar: Cinematic 31.2%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Emotional 15.1%, Adventure 8.9%, Story Rich 7.5%

Alex Chen hides her 'curse': the psychic power of Empathy, the ability to absorb the emotions of others. When her brother dies in a so-called accident, Alex must embrace her power to find the truth.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.9%, Cinematic 18%, Emotional 17.9%, Third Person 12.7%, Mystery 7.4%

Play as Nathan Drake and Chloe Frazer in their own standalone adventures as they confront their pasts and forge their own legacies. This game includes the critically acclaimed single-player stories from both UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End and UNCHARTED: The Lost Legacy.

Why similar: Cinematic 20.5%, Action-Adventure 18.8%, Third Person 14.4%, Adventure 9.4%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

Shape your fears… Fear the shapes. Embark on a journey where you face your worst fears and are confronted with the emotional impact of your actions in this narrative adventure game with puzzles, stealth and action.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.9%, Emotional 17.5%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Exploration 10.1%, Third Person 10.1%

Sofie: The Echoes™ is a story-driven, third-person action-adventure where you guide Sofie, a determined mother, through combat, exploration, and puzzles in a dark world, unraveling secrets in a quest to save her family.

Why similar: Cinematic 21%, Emotional 13.8%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Realistic 9.9%, Thriller 9.1%

Explore the corners of a surrealistic post-human world to give life on Earth a second chance in this touching story about sacrifice and hope.

Why similar: Emotional 20.2%, Adventure 16.7%, Third Person 16%, Exploration 15.4%, Female Protagonist 11.9%

Uncover one of history’s greatest mysteries in a first-person, single-player adventure. The year is 1937, sinister forces are scouring the globe for the secret to an ancient power connected to the Great Circle, and only one person can stop them - Indiana Jones™.

Why similar: Historical 25%, Action-Adventure 23.9%, Exploration 12%, Realistic 10.3%, Adventure 8%

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: Exploration 25.6%, Story Rich 23%, Adventure 14%, Realistic 13.4%, 3D 10.6%

Tomb Raider explores the intense origin story of Lara Croft and her ascent from a young woman to a hardened survivor.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.9%, Third Person 16.5%, Adventure 12.8%, Cinematic 11.9%, Action 10.2%

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

Why similar: Third Person 25%, Medieval 21.4%, Dark 20.3%, Atmospheric 13.5%, Action 8.8%

A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.

Why similar: Medieval 23.2%, Alternate History 17.2%, Historical 15.1%, Realistic 14.4%, Action-Adventure 6.5%

Lead Abby the string puppet through a bruised, but beautiful fairy tale world in this cinematic adventure. Solve riddles, evade traps and shake off pursuers on the way to find freedom. Can Abby take control of her fate with all the strings attached?

Why similar: Cinematic 24.3%, Medieval 20.2%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Exploration 9.1%

As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman Hiroki is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.

Why similar: Cinematic 25.8%, Historical 18.3%, Third Person 12.8%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Atmospheric 7.6%

In a mad and sublime utopian world, take part in explosive encounters. Adapt your fighting style to each opponent, use your environment and upgrade your equipment to fulfill your mission. If you want to reach the truth, you'll have to pay in blood.

Why similar: Alternate History 37%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Mystery 12.7%, Adventure 10%, Exploration 7.9%

Return to Derceto Manor in this reimagination of Alone in the Dark, a love letter to the 90’s cult classic horror game.

Why similar: Cinematic 24.8%, Dark 13.1%, Third Person 12.4%, Realistic 12.3%, Female Protagonist 12.2%

South of Midnight is a new action-adventure from Compulsion Games. Explore the mythos and confront mysterious creatures of the Deep South in this modern folktale while learning to weave an ancient power to surmount obstacles and unravel your family’s hidden past.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.1%, Action-Adventure 18.8%, Third Person 15.9%, Dark 14.2%, Atmospheric 9.7%

Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition is a challenging action role playing game set in a world of dark fantasy. Step into the shoes of Couriers, as they discover the tale behind the mysterious Dark Mist.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 21.3%, Adventure 16.6%, Third Person 13.8%, Action 13.4%, Story Rich 13.1%

Forspoken follows the journey of Frey, a young New Yorker transported to the beautiful and cruel land of Athia. In search of a way home, Frey must use her newfound magical abilities to traverse sprawling landscapes and battle monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.9%, Exploration 17.2%, Cinematic 16.5%, Dark 9%, Action 7.7%

Open the doors between your everyday reality and a dark unholy world to unveil the mystery of the disappearance of your child. Explore both worlds to find clues, solve puzzles, decide whether you infiltrate or fight brutal enemies and stand up to an aberrant establishment.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.5%, Dark 17.8%, Realistic 16.8%, Mystery 11.9%, Atmospheric 11%

A dark tale of survival and conscience, blending platforming, puzzles, and haunting beauty. Journey through surreal lands where every choice shapes the fate of a world on the edge of ruin will you restore the light or embrace the darkness?

Why similar: Dark 19.6%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Third Person 17.8%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Atmospheric 12%

Deliver Us Mars is an atmospheric sci-fi adventure taking you on a suspense-fuelled, high-stakes mission to recover the ARK colony ships stolen by the mysterious Outward.

Why similar: Cinematic 20.8%, Emotional 12.7%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Realistic 11.2%, Third Person 10.7%

If war is the closest we get to hell on earth, it's because Earth harbours the worst of demons: humankind. In an isolated country ravaged by infighting, discover the secrets of your past and deal with the repercussions of a mysterious calamity.

Why similar: Third Person 21.2%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Exploration 12.8%, Atmospheric 12.2%, Dark 11%

Discover Lara Croft’s Original Adventures, Lovingly Restored – Now with New Challenge Mode

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.5%, Action-Adventure 17%, Third Person 13.9%, Exploration 12%, Atmospheric 9.2%

In the wake of catastrophe find the means to make your family whole again.

Why similar: Cinematic 26.7%, Emotional 20.1%, Dark 12.7%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Atmospheric 9.8%

Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.

Why similar: Cinematic 26.3%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Action-Adventure 14%, Third Person 13.5%, Exploration 9.7%

Moss: The Forgotten Relic is an emotional and atmospheric adventure set in the pages of a living storybook, brimming with myth and ancient magic. Guide a tiny but determined hero on a heartfelt journey of challenge, courage, and connection.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 16.3%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Third Person 13.9%, Emotional 13.6%, Exploration 12.4%

Ghost of a Tale is an action-RPG game in which you play as Tilo, a mouse and minstrel thrown into a perilous adventure. Through stealth and cunning you’ll be able to explore the secrets of Dwindling Heights Keep and navigate its dangers.

Why similar: Medieval 24.3%, Atmospheric 19%, Third Person 18.9%, Adventure 18.7%, Action 5.8%