- #1 Archvale
97% matchVery Positive89% of 2,365 reviews2021
Dev: idoz & phopsPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Take up your weapon in this RPG bullet-hell world and embark on a journey to right wrongs from long ago. Only you can defeat the evil forces of the Undying guardians and reunite the world with the fabled Archvale.
Why similar: Action RPG 27%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Action 10.8%, Adventure 9.6%, RPG 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, this title blends bullet-hell combat with traditional action-RPG exploration in a charming pixel-art world.
- #2 Secrets of Grindea
96% matchVery Positive89% of 8,501 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Ferrets
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 73.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Secrets of Grindea is an old-school Action RPG with co-op support for up to 4 players. Journey through fantastical lands and battle tons of different enemies and bosses in your quest for truth, friendship and, above all, finding the world’s rarest treasures!
Why similar: Action RPG 26.4%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, RPG 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Fantasy 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the classic 2D action-RPG feel with deep character customization and rewarding exploration.
- #3 Exiled Kingdoms
96% 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 26.9%, Open World 18.8%, Adventure 11.2%, Action RPG 10.5%, Fantasy 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a gritty, classic top-down RPG experience focused on questing and exploring a dangerous, open world.
- #4 Kingsgrave
95% matchMostly Positive80% of 598 reviews2024
Dev: Egg or Chicken GamesPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!
Why similar: Action RPG 15.9%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Medieval 12.3%, RPG 9.3%, Open World 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game that emphasizes exploration and rebuilding a kingdom through discovery and combat.
- #5 CrossCode
94% 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: Action RPG 41.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, RPG 13.4%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, 2D 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: It offers an incredibly polished 2D action-RPG experience with a massive world to explore and complex dungeon puzzles.
- #6 Airoheart
94% matchMixed58% of 79 reviews2022
Dev: Pixel Heart StudioPub: SOEDESCO
Windows · Mac
Airoheart is a top-down action-adventure RPG inspired by the classics. Embark on an epic journey to save the world from evil and test the strength of your heart in this emotional tale of betrayal, tragedy and redemption.
Why similar: Open World 22.8%, Action-Adventure 20.4%, RPG 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Fantasy 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-adventure game that heavily leans into the classic Zelda-like exploration and combat style.
- #7 Crystal Project
92% matchVery Positive92% of 2,440 reviews2022
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.
Why similar: RPG 35%, Pixel Graphics 26.1%, Fantasy 20.3%, Adventure 18.6%
Why You'll Like It: A unique open-world RPG that emphasizes platforming and exploration in a non-linear, pixelated environment.
- #8 Song of the Myrne: What Lies Beneath
93% matchMostly Positive75% of 91 reviews2015
Dev: Beldarak Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Explore the island of Namok and its dungeon, both of them full of adventures, dangers and big bosses. Craft new armors, weapons, potions, etc... Meet the crazy townfolks and discover the secrets that lie beneath Namok.
Why similar: Action RPG 17.4%, Open World 10.4%, RPG 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Fantasy 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A charming indie 2D RPG that focuses on exploration and classic fantasy combat mechanics.
- #9 Realms of Magic
91% matchVery Positive81% of 986 reviews2022
Dev: Polished Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Embark on a journey through the Old Kingdom in Realms of Magic - a sandbox RPG where you customize your character, choose your path, and immerse yourself in the fantasy world as a knight, wizard, miner, lumberjack, farmer, and more. After all, this is YOUR adventure.
Why similar: RPG 22.3%, Open World 16%, Sandbox 10.4%, Adventure 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D open-world RPG that combines survival elements with traditional questing and exploration.
- #10 Core Keeper
89% matchVery Positive93% of 63,205 reviews2024
Dev: PugstormPub: Fireshine Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore a vast cavern of creatures, relics and resources in a mining sandbox adventure for 1-8 players. Mine, build, fight, craft and farm to unravel the mystery of the ancient Core.
Why similar: Open World 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Crafting 10%, Sandbox 9.6%, Exploration 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: While it features survival mechanics, its core loop of exploring a vast, mysterious underground world is very similar to the seed game.
- #11 Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King
91% matchVery Positive87% of 755 reviews2017
Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.Pub: FDG Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore a huge open game world in classic action-adventure fashion! Prove your worth by fighting through monster-infested dungeons to save the Kingdom of Blossom!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 32.7%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 10.2%, Open World 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title is a love letter to classic top-down action-adventure games, focusing on dungeons and world exploration.
- #12 Cat Quest
89% matchVery Positive95% of 10,435 reviews2017
Dev: The GentlebrosPub: Kepler Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The multi award-winning Action RPG. Some say 'Diablo with Cats' others a 'Super-cute Skyrim', whatever your take, Cat Quest's loot-fuelled cat-venture is as beautifully crafted, as its combat and magic are ultra-satisfying. Universally adored by critics - it'll have you purring for joy!
Why similar: Action RPG 22.1%, RPG 21.4%, Open World 17.2%, Adventure 12.4%, Action 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, accessible 2D action-RPG that focuses on exploration and lighthearted fantasy combat.
- #13 Alchemist Adventure
90% matchMostly Positive71% of 130 reviews2021
Dev: Bad MinionsPub: SuperGG.com
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore a world full of adventure in this action RPG that tells the story of Mya, a powerful alchemist who travels across the dangerous lands of mythical Isur trying to recall the lost memories of her past.
Why similar: Action RPG 17.4%, Medieval 15%, Open World 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, RPG 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that features a unique alchemy crafting system within a vast, explorable world.
- #14 Terraria
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,511,859 reviews2011
Dev: Re-Logic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 33.2 hrsMean: 149.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!
Why similar: Sandbox 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Open World 10.9%, Crafting 10.5%, Survival 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive 2D sandbox adventure game, offering unparalleled exploration and progression in a pixelated world.
- #15 Lenna's Inception
88% matchVery Positive88% of 292 reviews2020
Dev: Bytten Studio
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
The legendary hero is dead, and a strange glitch is spreading across the kingdom. Explore dangerous dungeons, and defeat the eight archangels to restore order to an unraveling world in this epic action-adventure RPG.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 21%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Action RPG 12.4%, RPG 10.9%, Action 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A procedurally generated, pixel-art action-adventure game that mirrors the classic top-down exploration style.
- #16 Into the Necrovale
86% matchVery Positive86% of 588 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.8%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Roguelike 10.9%, RPG 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling action-RPG that emphasizes loot and character builds in a 2D environment.
- #17 Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,131 reviews2015
Dev: Cornfox & Brothers Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas combines captivating storytelling, breathtaking 3D visuals and exciting gameplay into one epic action-adventure experience. In the game you explore the islands of Uncharted Seas, a world filled with many dangers, puzzles and secrets.
Why similar: Action RPG 19.4%, RPG 15.4%, Open World 13%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Fantasy 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that captures the spirit of island-hopping exploration and discovery.
- #18 Hyper Light Drifter
85% matchVery Positive93% of 18,466 reviews2016
Dev: Heart Machine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.1%, Action RPG 16.3%, Adventure 10.3%, Exploration 9.6%, RPG 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that relies on environmental storytelling and exploration in a beautiful, pixelated world.
- #19 Sands of Aura
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 814 reviews2023
Dev: Chashu EntertainmentPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat.
Why similar: Action RPG 33.8%, Open World 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Exploration 10.4%, RPG 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features a vast, ruined world to explore with a focus on challenging combat.
- #20 Forager
83% matchVery Positive90% of 43,003 reviews2019
Dev: HopFrogPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The highly popular and quirky "idle game that you want to actively keep playing". Explore, craft, gather & manage resources, find secrets and build your base out of nothing! Buy land to explore and expand!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Crafting 16.4%, Survival 13.3%, Sandbox 10%, Open World 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the addictive loop of exploration, gathering, and character progression in a 2D world.
- #21 Cube World
84% matchMostly Negative37% of 18,693 reviews2019
Dev: Picroma
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Cube World is a voxel-based action RPG with a focus on exploration. It takes place in a procedurally generated fantasy world made up entirely of cubes.
Why similar: Open World 21.9%, RPG 13%, Action RPG 11.4%, Exploration 8.9%, Adventure 8%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world exploration game that focuses on discovery and combat in a stylized, voxel-based fantasy world.
- #22 Moonlighter
82% matchVery Positive82% of 21,581 reviews2018
Dev: Digital SunPub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, RPG 12.8%, Roguelike 11%, Fantasy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines dungeon-crawling action with a shopkeeping loop, emphasizing exploration and loot collection.
- #23 Titan Quest Anniversary Edition
80% matchVery Positive90% of 37,290 reviews2016
Dev: Iron Lore EntertainmentPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 36.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
For its 10 year anniversary, Titan Quest will shine in new splendour. This Anniversary Edition combines both Titan Quest and Titan Quest Immortal Throne in one game, and has been given a massive overhaul for the ultimate ARPG experience.
Why similar: Action RPG 41.1%, RPG 26.2%, Open World 8.2%, Co-op 7.3%, Fantasy 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic action-RPG that provides a massive world to explore with deep character build variety.
- #24 Ys Origin
81% matchVery Positive93% of 3,562 reviews2012
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.
Why similar: Action RPG 42.9%, RPG 25.4%, Action 13.4%, Adventure 9.3%, Fantasy 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-RPG that emphasizes tight combat and exploration within a fantasy setting.
- #25 Grim Dawn
79% matchVery Positive94% of 104,668 reviews2016
Dev: Crate Entertainment
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 65.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.
Why similar: Action RPG 84.5%, RPG 6.9%, Co-op 2.4%, Fantasy 2.2%, Adventure 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: An immersive action-RPG that excels in world-building and exploration through a dark, fantasy-themed landscape.
- #26 Everpath
82% 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 78.1%, Indie 21.9%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art RPG that focuses on exploration and character progression through procedurally generated paths.
- #27 Anodyne
81% matchVery Positive85% of 1,586 reviews2013
Dev: Melos Han-TaniPub: Analgesic Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A 2D action-adventure through a surreal, subconscious world. Explore moody dungeons, buildings, and atmospheric lands, evoked by dreamy music and visuals. Help the human Young awaken from their dream!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 24.4%, Pixel Graphics 18.3%, Exploration 16.1%, Combat 13.2%, 2D 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A surreal top-down action-adventure game that focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving.
- #28 Cat Quest II
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,012 reviews2019
Dev: The GentlebrosPub: Kepler Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Open-world action-RPG in a fantasy realm of cats and dogs. Sequel to the award-winning original, CAT QUEST II lets you play solo or with a friend, as both a cat and dog! Quest in a world filled with magic, defeat monsters and collect loot in a catventure like never before!
Why similar: Action RPG 26.4%, Open World 13.9%, RPG 11.8%, Exploration 10.9%, Fantasy 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Expands on the original with co-op support and a larger world, maintaining the fun 2D action-RPG feel.
- #29 Evoland 2
79% matchVery Positive87% of 3,879 reviews2015
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Evoland 2 is an unique RPG, with its graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through a deep storyline based on time travel.
Why similar: RPG 31.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Adventure 14.1%, Fantasy 9.3%, Action 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A unique RPG adventure that pays homage to the history of the genre through changing visual styles and mechanics.
- #30 Pale Coins
74% matchVery Positive94% of 265 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: Action RPG 25.3%, Open World 15.3%, RPG 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Exploration 9.4%
- #31 Dread Delusion
73% matchVery Positive90% of 4,890 reviews2024
Dev: Lovely HellplacePub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.
Why similar: Open World 18.3%, RPG 15.8%, Medieval 15.6%, Exploration 11.2%, Action RPG 10.4%
- #32 Necesse
70% matchVery Positive93% of 26,780 reviews2025
Dev: Fair Games ApS
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Build, quest, and conquer across an infinite procedurally generated world. Play alone or with friends as you establish a settlement and explore deep dungeons, fight monsters and bosses, mine rare ores, craft magical equipment, recruit specialists for your colony, and more!
Why similar: Open World 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Sandbox 10.6%, Crafting 9.9%, RPG 9.8%
- #33 Adventure Craft
77% matchVery Positive82% of 224 reviews2017
Dev: Edible Entertainment
Windows
Adventure Craft is a challenging procedurally generated sandbox RPG with roguelike elements. Hunt monsters, horde loot, and craft weapons and armor, to survive in a vast ever-changing RPG world full of action, extreme danger and wonderful surprises.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.9%, Open World 17.9%, RPG 12.1%, Sandbox 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%
- #34 Aron's Adventure
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 250 reviews2021
Dev: Tim van KanPub: TiMer Games
Windows
Aron's Adventure is an Action Adventure RPG that takes place in a fantasy world called Elor. An ancient evil re-awakens and the fate of the land is thrown into Aron's hands. Aron will have to unite the people all while learning how to use his new abilities.
Why similar: RPG 18.6%, Action RPG 17.1%, Open World 12.7%, Action 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10%
- #35 Wanderlust Adventures
78% matchMixed60% of 254 reviews2015
Dev: Yeti TrunkPub: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Wanderlust Adventures is an online, free-roaming, open world, action adventure RPG. Join fellow heroes online, explore vast and deadly landscapes, and capture companions to aid you in your quest. Forge powerful items, salvage artifacts, and crush the souls of menacing foes!
Why similar: Action RPG 24.8%, RPG 16.5%, Open World 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Adventure 10.8%
- #36 Codex Lost
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: FreemanaPub: JanduSoft
Windows
The new open world, spellcasting action-RPG. The grimoires have been stolen, civilisation is in ruins. Rise, Curator! Craft ancient elemental magics and challenge the great lords who threaten to fracture reality itself.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.6%, Open World 13.2%, Medieval 13.2%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, RPG 9.2%
- #37 Of Ash and Steel
71% matchMixed64% of 6,121 reviews2025
Dev: Fire & FrostPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.2%, Medieval 19.7%, RPG 10.3%, Combat 8.9%, Crafting 6.2%
- #38 Shards of Azuria
76% matchMixed60% of 101 reviews2019
Dev: Blue Potion Games
Windows
Shards of Azuria is an isometric, craft and build RPG. Create a character and a new world, then start your adventure by waking up in town. You are greeted by the locals of Azuria and begin to find your way around.
Why similar: Action RPG 15.3%, RPG 14.1%, Crafting 12.1%, Adventure 12%, Sandbox 9.1%
- #39 Brinefall
75% matchMixed42% of 99 reviews2023
Dev: Qwerty StudioPub: Gamera Interactive
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in Brinefall, where you'll gather resources and construct your own village while exploring a vast open-world filled with secrets and mysteries. Battle fierce enemies and collect valuable loot in this unique blend of sandbox and RPG gameplay.
Why similar: Action RPG 21%, Open World 11.9%, RPG 9.9%, Crafting 9.6%, Fantasy 9.6%
- #40 Spire Horizon
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 225 reviews2024
Dev: Mendoka
Windows
Discover a thrilling world of adventure in Spire Horizon, an RPG open world game, where you embody a skeleton protagonist, explore a visually stunning world, engage in battles against formidable enemies, and traveling in search of a beloved wife.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.4%, Open World 17%, RPG 15%, Exploration 10.6%, Combat 10.4%
- #41 Definya 2D MMORPG
73% matchMixed66% of 64 reviews2023
Dev: Definya: 2D MMORPG Online
Windows
Fantasy 2D Retro Pixel Anime MMORPG — Crafting, Open-World, Sandbox — PVP & PvE
Why similar: MMORPG 21.8% ★, Action RPG 19.6%, Medieval 12.6%, Open World 10.3%, Exploration 9%
- #42 9th Dawn II
75% matchVery Positive82% of 167 reviews2016
Dev: Valorware
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 40%
A large scale fully openworld RPG full of fast-paced action, dungeon crawling, with single or multiplayer adventures! Fight plenty of ferocious monsters, collect masses of loot and take on ancient lost puzzles within the depths of Caspartia!
Why similar: RPG 23.8%, Action RPG 21.4%, Open World 11.8%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 11%
- #43 Drova - Forsaken Kin
67% matchVery Positive94% of 9,095 reviews2024
Dev: Just2DPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.
Why similar: Action RPG 27.2%, RPG 15.3%, Open World 14%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Exploration 11.5%
- #44 Philna Fantasy
69% matchMixed58% of 538 reviews2026
Dev: Sailike GamePub: Anotherindie
Windows
Philna Fantasy is a classic pixel action RPG where you explore diverse regions, battle through dungeons, solve puzzles, craft gear, and collect adorable pets. Choose your class, discover powerful loot, and fight back against the invading shadow.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.2%, Medieval 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, RPG 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
- #45 The Awakener: Forgotten Oath
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 243 reviews2023
Dev: TANER GAMESPub: Gamera Games
Windows
The Awakener: Forgotten Oath is a rogue-like action game with a highly flexible combat system. ACT and Rogue-like lovers will embark on a thrilling adventure in a magical world called Sylvalond.
Why similar: Medieval 24.8%, Action RPG 24.7%, RPG 15.4%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Action 9.6%
- #46 Winds of Valen
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 635 reviews2025
Dev: Fiery Dog Games
Windows
Winds of Valen is a free fantasy sandbox MMORPG. Experience old-school progression where every level, skill, and drop is earned through effort. Train your combat, mining, and smithing skills, and hunt for rare and unique items in a seamless open world filled with danger and discovery.
Why similar: MMORPG 32.7% ★, Open World 15.2%, Medieval 13.8%, RPG 10.4%, Fantasy 10.3%
- #47 Lost Existence
72% matchMixed69% of 65 reviews2021
Dev: Lurid Spectre Games
Windows
Explore vast, forgotten lands, cryptic abandoned ruins, and mysterious caverns, in this open-world voxel action-RPG. Create your own uniquely crafted class. Build multiplayer dungeon, PvP, or siege experiences. Run, vault, and leap effortlessly across endless wilderness, or delve deep underground.
Why similar: RPG 29.4%, Action 17.8%, Adventure 16.5%, Sandbox 9.9%, Fantasy 9.9%
- #48 Fates of Ort
71% matchVery Positive89% of 166 reviews2020
Dev: 8BitSkull
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fates of Ort is a retro fantasy RPG focused on strategic action, in a land where time is frozen when you stand still. Cast powerful spells - but beware, they will cost you your life.
Why similar: Open World 27.3%, RPG 22.3%, Fantasy 15.9%, Exploration 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%
- #49 The Black Grimoire: Cursebreaker
67% matchVery Positive86% of 835 reviews2024
Dev: Olipa Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
A story driven solo RPG inspired by oldschool games like RuneScape and Ultima Online! Explore a sprawling medieval fantasy world full of npcs with dialogue, level skills, fight varied monsters and uncover the story of Rothar Aercrest – the cursed lord to the remote woodlands of Imberthale.
Why similar: RPG 20.9%, Adventure 18.2%, Open World 18%, Crafting 13.7%, Fantasy 10.5%
- #50 Creativerse
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 30,868 reviews2017
Dev: Playful Corp.
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A sandbox adventure game as big as your imagination.
Why similar: Open World 13.5%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, RPG 10.5%, Fantasy 9.8%, Crafting 9.7%
- #51 Rogue Harvest
72% matchMixed57% of 68 reviews2018
Dev: Genetix Studio
Windows
Rogue Harvest is a finely crafted Rogue-like Open World Adventure - Dig, Mine, Build, Craft, Explore, and Survive in a massive Procedurally Generated World and work to unravel the mystery of how you ended up in this dream like place.
Why similar: Action RPG 17.5%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Crafting 9.1%, RPG 8.9%
- #52 Forsaken Isle
66% matchMostly Positive71% of 512 reviews2025
Dev: Smoodlez
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Stranded on a desert island, explore, craft, build and fight in this action survival game!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 18.8%, Crafting 14.5%, RPG 14.2%, Survival 13.7%, Adventure 11.1%
- #53 Village RPG
70% matchMixed55% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: kazakovstudios
Windows
Create a hero and fight your enemies in 2D Village RPG with your friends. A huge world, PVE arena, and Dungeons are already waiting for you!
Why similar: Crafting 19.4%, RPG 19.1%, Exploration 18.7%, Combat 18.4%, Action 10.9%
- #54 Rune Teller
68% matchMostly Positive70% of 475 reviews2023
Dev: CODELIFE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Become a powerful Rune Teller traveling through the open world of the Runegea. Recruit great colleagues for a fun journey, craft through a variety of items, and solve the requests of the Runegea residents. At the end of a long journey, you will find the reason for your resurrection.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.5%, Open World 15.2%, RPG 13.1%, Combat 7.9%, Fantasy 7.8%
- #55 The Serpent Rogue
69% matchMixed55% of 323 reviews2022
Dev: Sengi GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The Serpent Rogue is a botanical action-adventure game set in a medieval fantasy world. Master the art of alchemy, explore forgotten lands, tame wild beasts and protect the realm from impending disaster. You will craft, brew, boil, & concoct potions all in your stead to defeat an ominous danger!
Why similar: Action RPG 19.2%, Open World 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Crafting 10.3%, RPG 9.3%
- #56 Heartwood Online
66% matchMixed69% of 3,249 reviews2023
Dev: E Bros
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Heartwood Online is a cross-platform free-to-play MMO. Explore a vast world filled with adventure where you choose your own path. Immerse yourself in crafting, trade, PvP & PvE battles, guilds, politics, and a thriving player economy.
Why similar: MMORPG 27.3% ★, Action RPG 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, RPG 9.7%, Medieval 9.4%
- #57 Solace Crafting
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 891 reviews2022
Dev: Big Kitty Games
Windows · Linux
Embark on an adventure set in a fantasy survival RPG. Visit a borderless, open world where you manage resources to construct your base and new types of equipment to support your conquest.
Why similar: Open World 18%, Crafting 13.1%, RPG 13.1%, Survival 10.6%, Sandbox 10.3%
- #58 Astral Terra
71% matchMixed50% of 152 reviews2015
Dev: Tethys Interactive LLC
Windows
Explore, Adventure, Craft, Build, Survive. How will you shape your world? Astral Terra is a Smooth Voxel, Procedurally Generated Open World game with RPG and Survival Elements!
Why similar: Open World 21.1%, Sandbox 12.7%, RPG 11.5%, Survival 10.5%, Crafting 9.2%
- #59 Swords 'n Magic and Stuff
66% matchVery Positive93% of 1,168 reviews2020
Dev: Kindred Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Grab your friends and set out for adventure in this cozy, multiplayer, open world RPG! Explore, quest and craft your way through a densely packed open world. Level up 6 different classes and buy land to build and decorate your home to settle down in this medieval fantasy world.
Why similar: Action RPG 29.9%, Open World 18.1%, Action-Adventure 17.1%, Fantasy 12.9%, Exploration 11.7%