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  1. #1 Thymesia
    97% matchVery Positive83% of 9,502 reviews2022
    Dev: OverBorder StudioPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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: Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action RPG 14.9%, Souls-like 14.3%, Difficult 11.9%, Third Person 9.2%

  2. #2 Sancticide
    96% matchMixed65% of 124 reviews2026
    Dev: Red Square GamesPub: Sylen Studio
    Windows

    Sancticide is an Indie melee-focused TPP action RPG game set in the world of the biblical Apocalypse. Become Ezechiel, sin collector in the service of Them at The Top, as he ventures through what is left of our world during the End Times.

    Why similar: Swordplay 20.6%, Action RPG 14.9%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Third Person 8.7%, Difficult 8.4%

  3. #3 DarkMaus
    96% matchVery Positive81% of 437 reviews2016
    Dev: Daniel Wright
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 49%

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

    Why similar: Souls-like 70.2%, Difficult 11.1%, RPG 10.3%, Action 6.5%, Indie 1.9%

  4. #4 FADE
    95% matchMixed64% of 69 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: Swordplay 26.8%, Hack and Slash 22.6%, Action RPG 16.7%, Souls-like 12.4%, Third Person 9.1%

  5. #5 Dark Cave
    94% 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: Swordplay 29.9%, Hack and Slash 21.8%, Souls-like 10.9%, Difficult 8.5%, RPG 6.4%

  6. #6 Demon Skin
    94% 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 30.1%, Linear 20.1%, Dark 17.8%, RPG 13.7%, 3D 7.5%

  7. #7 Anima : The Reign of Darkness
    93% matchMixed69% of 630 reviews2021
    Dev: Redeev
    Windows

    Explore a dark fantasy world, descend into the darkest depths and fight hordes of demons in this fast paced Action RPG. Fully customize your character, loot hunderd of unique items and destroy the evil that is corrupting the world once again!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.2%, Action RPG 27.3%, RPG 9.4%, Fantasy 5.6%, Violent 5.5%

  8. #8 The First Berserker: Khazan
    90% matchVery Positive85% of 29,896 reviews2025
    Dev: NeoplePub: NEXON
    Windows
    Median: 27.2 hrsMean: 35.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.5%, Action RPG 17%, Souls-like 12.5%, Difficult 10.8%, Third Person 9.4%

  9. #9 Pharaonic
    92% matchMostly Positive77% of 297 reviews2016
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Embark on a journey of exploration and violence in the Two Lands of Egypt with Pharaonic! This unforgiving Combat RPG features an streamlined and challenging combat system that will keep you on your toes while fighting for your life!

    Why similar: Swordplay 24.7%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Action RPG 16%, Souls-like 10.2%, Difficult 8.9%

  10. #10 Slash or Die
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 255 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: Hack and Slash 26.3%, Action RPG 20.3%, Souls-like 15.2%, Difficult 12.4%, RPG 9.7%

  11. #11 The Altered Lands
    91% matchMixed63% of 52 reviews2021
    Dev: VoidCompiler
    Windows

    Start your journey in a dark fantasy world. Prepare to face challenging enemies with Swords, Bows and powerful Magics. Choose your path! Fight, Craft, Explore and find out the dark secret of The Altered Lands.

    Why similar: Swordplay 23.9%, Action RPG 13.6%, Souls-like 11.1%, Difficult 10.2%, Dark 10.1%

  12. #12 SINNER: Sacrifice for Redemption
    89% matchMixed65% of 1,026 reviews2018
    Dev: DARK STARPub: Neon Doctrine
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Sinner: Sacrifice for Redemption is a boss battler action-RPG. Face eight abhorrent bosses, the first seven each based on one of the sins. Before each epic clash, you must sacrifice a stat and level down to enter combat. Each fight will be tougher than the last as you wage war against sin itself.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.6%, Action RPG 17.4%, Souls-like 12.3%, Difficult 11.3%, Third Person 10.1%

  13. #13 ELDERBORN
    88% matchVery Positive86% of 2,959 reviews2020
    Dev: Hyperstrange
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    ELDERBORN - a Metal AF* Slasher with brutal FPP melee combat and souls-like/RPG character progression. In the times of legend, barbarian tribes need a new dark messiah. Be that merciless slayer. Uncover ancient secrets in the city of doom. Forge your own destiny! *Action Fantasy.

    Why similar: Swordplay 29.8%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Action RPG 14.3%, Dark 10.6%, Souls-like 9.7%

  14. #14 Pagan: Absent Gods
    89% matchMixed50% of 2,786 reviews2019
    Dev: Mad Head Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Pagan: Absent Gods is a singleplayer fast-paced hack-and-slash action RPG that will challenge your skill in brutal and satisfying combat against countless enemies and larger than life bosses. Master all heroes, each with their own unique playstyle and earn unique rewards.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.4%, Action RPG 25.3%, RPG 12.8%, Fast-Paced 12.7%, Fantasy 5.9%

  15. #15 Hack and Slash Fury
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 227 reviews2025
    Dev: juan_poder_azure
    Windows

    Heavy Metal! Deep Combo System! Lot of Cinematics! Discover Legendary Warriors Forged in War! Destroy the dark empire! and save the world of his tiranity!!! Dark or Light?! Only one will Survive!!! Prepare your sword! And Anihilate all your enemies!

    Why similar: Swordplay 35.7%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Souls-like 11.2%, Violent 7.8%, Third Person 7.2%

  16. #16 Dark Fantasy Warriors
    87% matchMixed55% of 58 reviews2020
    Dev: WarriorsStudio
    Windows

    Dark Fantasy Warrior is a third-person action role-playing game in Dark Souls style. Extremely dark, deep and DIFFICULT! All of that in this super action game and prepare to die. Are you ready to fight Darkness?

    Why similar: Action RPG 26.6%, Souls-like 19%, RPG 14.2%, Third Person 12.5%, Action 8.5%

  17. #17 Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted
    86% matchMixed66% of 200 reviews2023
    Dev: Blackburne Games Yazılım A.Ş.
    Windows

    Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted is a souls-like game with Enrage mechanic which sets in a Nature themed dark fantasy world. Fight your way from the deepest dungeons to the top of the clouds and save the corrupted nature in this mysterious "pre-human" era-themed epic story.

    Why similar: Action RPG 18.5%, Linear 13.8%, Souls-like 12%, Dark 10.6%, Third Person 10.5%

  18. #18 Mortal Shell
    85% matchMixed68% of 11,043 reviews2021
    Dev: Cold SymmetryPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.

    Why similar: Souls-like 23.7%, Action RPG 14%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Difficult 11.2%, RPG 10.8%

  19. #19 Blade of Darkness
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 2,471 reviews2021
    Dev: Rebel Act StudiosPub: SNEG
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.

    Why similar: Souls-like 12.2%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Difficult 11.9%, Action RPG 11.7%, Dark 10.7%

  20. #20 Weird RPG
    83% matchVery Positive92% of 4,214 reviews2022
    Dev: yuzhen
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 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 RPG 32.9%, RPG 19.4%, Souls-like 15.1%, Action 9.4%, Hack and Slash 9.4%

  21. #21 Anima Gate of Memories: I&II Remaster
    82% matchVery Positive94% of 63 reviews2025
    Dev: Anima ProjectPub: Anima Publishing
    Windows

    A third-person action RPG that brings to life the world of Gaia from the Anima: Beyond Fantasy RPG table-top books. Explore a deep and multifaceted story where your choices and actions directly impact the journey and decide the fate of the characters.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 23%, Action RPG 20.9%, Third Person 11.3%, RPG 10.6%, Fantasy 8.4%

  22. #22 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,328 reviews2025
    Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
    Windows
    Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

    Why similar: Action RPG 22.3%, Dark 14.3%, Souls-like 14%, Difficult 12.4%, Violent 12%

  23. #23 Immortal Planet
    84% matchMixed62% of 390 reviews2017
    Dev: teedoubleuGAMES
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Immortal Planet is an action RPG with challenging combat that rewards patience and punishes recklessness. Explore the crumbling remains of a society of immortals trapped in endless cycles of rebirth. Fight your way to discover the planet's mystery and escape its curse.

    Why similar: Souls-like 22.2%, RPG 14.9%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Action RPG 12%, Difficult 8.2%

  24. #24 Path of Redemption
    82% 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 25.3%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action RPG 14.7%, Souls-like 10%, Third Person 9.7%

  25. #25 There Is No Light: Enhanced Edition
    81% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,013 reviews2022
    Dev: ZelartPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 20%, Action RPG 17.2%, Dark 11.6%, Souls-like 11.3%, Fantasy 10.8%

  26. #26 VOIN
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 2,990 reviews2024
    Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Crafted by a solo developer, VOIN is a first-person hack-and-slash. Cleave through hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. Explore dark fantasy realms filled with secrets and dangers. Discover powerful gear and weapons, and face menacing bosses in your quest to cleanse a broken world.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.4%, Action RPG 25.6%, Souls-like 16.2%, RPG 12.9%, Action 7%

  27. #27 Death of a Wish
    79% matchVery Positive98% of 160 reviews2024
    Dev: melessthanthreePub: Syndicate Atomic LLC.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    THE NEO-SANCTUM SHALL FALL. Claim retribution against the theocratic Faiths as you master vicious hack-and-slash combat in this action-RPG where style is salvation.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.9%, Action RPG 27.7%, Souls-like 17%, RPG 13%, Story Rich 5.7%

  28. #28 Unsouled
    80% matchMostly Positive79% 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 38.6%, Action RPG 20.2%, Difficult 12.7%, Souls-like 12.7%, RPG 9.7%

  29. #29 Eldest Souls
    79% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,167 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: Action RPG 25.2%, Hack and Slash 23.8%, Souls-like 16.8%, Difficult 14.8%, Action 4.8%

  30. #30 Elderand
    78% matchMostly Positive75% of 777 reviews2023
    Dev: MantraPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.

    Why similar: Action RPG 29.5%, Hack and Slash 25.2%, RPG 15.4%, Violent 12%, Gore 6.8%

  31. #31 Mortal Sin
    74% matchVery Positive95% of 5,715 reviews2025
    Dev: Nikola Todorovic
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 41%, RPG 16.6%, Swordplay 16.4%, Action 8.2%, Violent 6%

  32. #32 Exanima
    77% matchVery Positive80% of 13,229 reviews2015
    Dev: Bare Mettle Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.

    Why similar: RPG 35.1%, Difficult 30.3%, Souls-like 16.8%, Action 11.2%, Singleplayer 4.4%

  33. #33 Netherworld Covenant
    74% matchVery Positive80% of 657 reviews2025
    Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.5%, Action RPG 29.2%, RPG 15%, 3D 8.9%, Action 8.5%

  34. #34 The Unfallens: Awakening
    76% matchMostly Positive76% of 178 reviews2023
    Dev: Floatonic Studio
    Windows

    Returning from exile underground, a shattered world awaits you. The civilization of Unfallens lies in ruins. The ruthless guardian waits to attack. Journey through remains. Awaken your true power. Reclaim what was lost. Experience challenging action boss battles in this compact, high-quality game.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.3%, Action RPG 16.2%, Souls-like 12.5%, Difficult 11.4%, Linear 10.9%

  35. #35 Deathbound
    75% matchMostly Positive76% of 295 reviews2024
    Dev: Trialforge StudioPub: Tate Multimedia
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Deathbound is a unique Soulslike. Build a party of four characters and instantly morph between them in and out of combat. Combine their abilities to pull off devastating attacks and slay those who stand before you.

    Why similar: Action RPG 21.9%, Souls-like 14.8%, Difficult 13.4%, Third Person 12.9%, Violent 11.1%

  36. #36 GRIME
    75% matchVery Positive85% of 6,299 reviews2021
    Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

    Why similar: Action RPG 27.8%, Souls-like 22.9%, Difficult 19.7%, Dark 17.3%, Action 7.2%

  37. #37 WARRIORS: Abyss
    73% matchVery Positive86% of 2,098 reviews2025
    Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Through victory and defeat, traverse the merciless trials of hell.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.8%, Action RPG 23.5%, Action 11.4%, RPG 11.3%, Third Person 8.3%

  38. #38 Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition
    76% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,358 reviews2021
    Dev: TipsWorksPub: Giant Global
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 RPG 25.5%, Souls-like 19%, RPG 13.3%, Difficult 13%, Story Rich 8.3%

  39. #39 Reaper - Tale of a Pale Swordsman
    77% matchMixed67% of 456 reviews2014
    Dev: Hexage
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 10.8 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: Hack and Slash 29.8%, Action RPG 23.2%, RPG 15.1%, Difficult 11%, Fantasy 10.7%

  40. #40 Heretical
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 950 reviews2024
    Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.2%, Action RPG 29%, Souls-like 17.9%, RPG 10.3%, Story Rich 6.9%

  41. #41 Enotria: The Last Song
    72% matchMixed69% of 2,490 reviews2024
    Dev: Jyamma Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike set in a beautiful sun-lit world inspired by Italian folklore where the brightest sun casts the darkest shadow. Wear unique role-altering masks, face formidable foes and alter reality with the power of Ardore to unravel the secrets of Enotria.

    Why similar: Action RPG 18.9%, Souls-like 15.8%, Difficult 13.3%, RPG 11.6%, Third Person 11.3%

  42. #42 The Moon Hell
    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 172 reviews2023
    Dev: A.M. Team
    Windows

    Welcome to a world of darkness, where every step can be your last. Explore a stunning world filled with fear and horror, solve puzzles, and endure combat trials to become a hero and protect your world from darkness. Become a warrior ready to fight anything that stands in your way in this action RPG.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.3%, Action RPG 21.8%, Dark 13.4%, Third Person 13.2%, RPG 11.3%

  43. #43 Breath of Life
    71% matchMostly Positive76% of 72 reviews2026
    Dev: Satur Entertainment
    Windows

    Breath of Life - a dark third-person action RPG. You are an Incarnation, born from the Void to tread where the dead cannot rest. Each portal is a step toward the artifact "Breath of Life" and a step deeper into the abyss.

    Why similar: Swordplay 28.4%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Action RPG 14.2%, Souls-like 9.1%, Third Person 9%

  44. #44 WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers
    69% matchMixed55% of 101,516 reviews2025
    Dev: LeenzeePub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 23.3 hrsMean: 30.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a soulslike, action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty, plagued with warring factions and a mysterious illness spawning monstrous creatures.

    Why similar: Action RPG 19%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Souls-like 15.5%, Difficult 10.8%, Third Person 9.6%

  45. #45 Undead World
    71% matchVery Positive89% of 131 reviews2023
    Dev: Undead World Team
    Windows · Linux

    Action rpg that containst fast-Paced combat and survival elements. Use your skills to defeat the Undead.

    Why similar: Action RPG 34.2%, RPG 23.5%, Violent 20.5%, Gore 12.1%, Singleplayer 5.1%

  46. #46 GLADIUM
    73% matchMostly Positive73% of 83 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: Fast-Paced 39.2%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Difficult 11.7%, Souls-like 10.4%, Violent 9.1%

  47. #47 Salt and Sanctuary
    70% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

    Why similar: Souls-like 40.3%, Difficult 16.1%, RPG 12.2%, Action RPG 10.9%, Dark 8.1%

  48. #48 Corpse Keeper
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,387 reviews2024
    Dev: Melancholia StudioPub: Thermite Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Corpse Keeper is a very challenging action-strategy roguelite. You'll need to lead a squad of three corpses to explore the grim and dark medieval world within limited time, build a powerful army of the living dead, and finally kill the demon lurking in the deep end of the cathedral.

    Why similar: Action RPG 22.2%, Hack and Slash 20.6%, Dark 13.6%, Souls-like 11.2%, Difficult 10.9%

  49. #49 Void Sols
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 349 reviews2024
    Dev: Finite Reflection StudiosPub: Modern Wolf
    Windows · Mac

    Abstract ruins. Hostile shapes. No escape but forward... Death isn’t the end as you know it. Here, it’s how you grow! Each defeat teaches you more as you rise again to defeat foes with stolen blades and bows. Pushing through a broken world warped by cruelty and shadows. Welcome. This is Void Sols.

    Why similar: Swordplay 39.6%, Action RPG 20.5%, Souls-like 13%, Difficult 12.5%, RPG 9.7%

  50. #50 Alaloth: Champions of The Four Kingdoms
    68% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,542 reviews2024
    Dev: Gamera Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    A hardcore high fantasy isometric action RPG set in a huge sandbox world ruled by magic and monsters. Master deep skill-based combat, forge powerful builds, explore unforgiving lands and dungeons, face brutal boss fights, uncover ancient secrets, and save Plamen from its inevitable doom!

    Why similar: Swordplay 25.7%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Action RPG 18.9%, Souls-like 11%, RPG 7.8%

  51. #51 Varthos - Heir to the Throne
    67% matchMixed69% of 77 reviews2025
    Dev: Nightshift Game Development
    Windows

    Varthos calls you to his side. Fight hordes of monsters and undead creatures in this captivating action RPG, who have only one goal: to kill you. Fight, die, repeat — the battle for the throne of the world has begun.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.4%, Action RPG 34.9%, Fantasy 13.8%, Action 8.6%, Singleplayer 4.3%

  52. #52 Immortal: Unchained
    70% matchMixed66% of 883 reviews2018
    Dev: Toadman InteractivePub: Game Odyssey Limited
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Unleashed and unforgiving. Can you rise to the challenge? Immortal: Unchained is the latest addition to the genre of ultra-hardcore action RPGs. Take the role of a living weapon, unleashed to stop the source of a cataclysmic event threatening to end all worlds.

    Why similar: Action RPG 17.7%, Souls-like 13.9%, Third Person 12.3%, Difficult 12.1%, Dark 12%

  53. #53 Eastern Exorcist
    67% matchVery Positive84% of 6,714 reviews2021
    Dev: Wildfire Game(无锡野火数字科技有限公司)
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.3%, Action RPG 19.4%, Souls-like 14.6%, RPG 14.2%, Action 8.1%

  54. #54 Axilon: Legend of Artifacts - Prologue
    68% matchMostly Positive74% of 298 reviews2021
    Dev: AzDimension
    Windows

    Axilon: Legend of Artifacts - Prologue is a short linear corridor first-person fantasy action RPG game. Awaken your true power and resist the forces of evil that are trying to destroy your world.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.6%, Linear 16.6%, Violent 11.8%, Fantasy 10.4%, 3D 8.2%

  55. #55 Iesabel
    72% matchMostly Negative31% of 758 reviews2013
    Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 18 minMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    In the times of darkness, only the mightiest of heroes can save the world. Stand out against the evil all by yourself in epic single player mode. Swarms of bloodthirsty monsters, loads of epic gear to collect, dozens of skills to obtain. Grab your sword and fling yourself into action now!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.9%, RPG 26.5%, Action RPG 19.6%, Action 13%, Indie 3%

  56. #56 Achilles: Legends Untold
    65% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,436 reviews2023
    Dev: Dark Point Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Rewrite fate with every strike. Face gods, mythic heroes, and legendary beasts in this souls-like Action RPG set in ancient Greece. Master brutal combat, unlock divine skills, and shape Achilles into the warrior only you can become.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.9%, Action RPG 23.2%, Souls-like 14.5%, RPG 11.2%, Fantasy 9.1%

  57. #57 Morbid: The Lords of Ire
    66% matchMixed69% of 300 reviews2024
    Dev: Still RunningPub: Merge Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Risk insanity in the gruesome slash-em-up Morbid: The Lords of Ire, with brutal combat and souls-like elements. Defeat the five Lords of Ire as you fight for your life across tortured landscapes, rending the evil Gahars of their flesh-bound forms.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.4%, Souls-like 14.6%, Difficult 13.2%, Third Person 11.9%, Dark 11.2%

  58. #58 Oblitus
    70% matchMixed52% of 135 reviews2015
    Dev: Connor Ullmann
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Test your limits against a brutal and mysterious world as Parvus, a curious warrior with a heavy burden. Raise your spear and cast ancient spells as you battle hostile creatures and towering bosses in procedurally-generated 2D landscapes. Answer the call. Break the cycle. Change your destiny.

    Why similar: Souls-like 46.9%, Action 41.2%, Indie 12%

  59. #59 Watcher Chronicles
    66% matchVery Positive86% of 169 reviews2022
    Dev: Third Sphere Game Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.

    Why similar: Action RPG 27.2%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Souls-like 17.6%, Difficult 15.8%, RPG 10.7%

  60. #60 Sifu
    62% matchVery Positive92% of 25,764 reviews2023
    Dev: Sloclap
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.

    Why similar: Swordplay 22.4%, Difficult 18.2%, Third Person 16.7%, Souls-like 14.2%, Action 9%

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