- #1 Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem
97% matchMixed56% of 67,926 reviews2020
Dev: WOLCEN Studio
Windows
Median: 15.9 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Carve your path in this Hack’n’Slash free from class boundaries. Purify a world shattered by corruption, and uncover the grim secrets and forgotten horrors lurking in the shadows of this forsaken land as you rise in Power. Your Inner aspect beckons—will you answer?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.6%, Isometric 13.7%, Action RPG 13.7%, Loot 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%
- #2 Grim Dawn
96% matchVery Positive93% of 109,219 reviews2016
Dev: Crate Entertainment
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 67.3 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 48.3%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Isometric 11.1%, Loot 10%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #3 Last Epoch
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 118,358 reviews2024
Dev: Eleventh Hour Games
Windows
Median: 39.0 hrsMean: 88.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Uncover the Past, Reforge the Future. Ascend into one of 15 mastery classes and explore dangerous dungeons, hunt epic loot, craft legendary weapons, and wield the power of over a hundred transformative skill trees. Last Epoch is being developed by a team of passionate Action RPG enthusiasts.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.6%, Hack and Slash 21.2%, Loot 20.5%, Isometric 14.3%, RPG 6.1%
- #4 UNDECEMBER: The Forge
95% matchMixed52% of 20,656 reviews2022
Dev: Needs GamesPub: LINE Games Corporation
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
UNDECEMBER is a Hack & Slash Action RPG in which players are able to surpass the conventional limits of skills by endlessly combining variety of Skill and Link Runes. Become a Rune Hunter and experience the joy of farming and growth!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.5%, Action RPG 15%, Loot 13%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #5 Ruins of Dawn
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 759 reviews2026
Dev: 刷宝爱好者
Windows
A loot-driven action role-playing game (ARPG) crafted by a solo loot enthusiast. Switch classes anytime, with hundreds of random affix combinations for gear stats, a unique forging system, and tough bosses, rifts, ruins, and trials awaiting your challenge.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.6%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, Loot 20.5%, Isometric 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 9%
- #6 Of Ash and Steel
94% matchMixed66% of 6,918 reviews2025
Dev: Fire & FrostPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 31.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Gothic 27.6% ★, Action RPG 20.6%, Medieval 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, RPG 7%
- #7 Victor Vran ARPG
93% matchVery Positive86% of 6,454 reviews2015
Dev: Haemimont Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Victor Vran is the isometric action-RPG where your skill is just as essential as your character build and gear. Experience intense combat action: dodge, jump and unleash powerful skills to finish off your enemies!
Why similar: Action RPG 27.7%, Hack and Slash 27.2%, Isometric 15.5%, Loot 12%, RPG 8%
- #8 The Slormancer
91% matchVery Positive82% of 7,373 reviews2025
Dev: Slormite Studios
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 26.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fight hordes of enemies led by The Slormancer, an evil warlock from the past, in an absurd yet epic Action RPG! Experience fast-paced gameplay, loads of shiny loot, tons of collectibles, countless hours of content, and carefully crafted pixel art.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24%, Loot 20.2%, Action RPG 19.4%, Isometric 13%, Top-Down 8.8%
- #9 Ghostlore
91% matchVery Positive82% of 760 reviews2023
Dev: Andrew TeoPub: AT-AT Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Ghostlore is an 'Eastpunk' Action-RPG where you fight supernatural monsters from Southeast-Asian folklore. Inspired by classic ARPGs such as Diablo 2 and Titan Quest, Ghostlore features detailed item and character customization systems, procedurally generated maps, and awesome 90's retro graphics.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.5%, Action RPG 14.3%, Isometric 14.1%, Loot 13.7%, Mythology 11.8%
- #10 Dwarven Realms
90% matchVery Positive82% of 3,622 reviews2024
Dev: Crater Studios
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Face massive hordes of mobs and unleash chaotic abilities that paint the screen with mayhem. Dive into the largest mob density of any 3D ARPG and slay them all. Wield epic powers, create your build, and shape a world of endless possibilities in the action-packed ARPG experience.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.2%, Action RPG 24.9%, PvE 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, RPG 6.5%
- #11 Powerlust
89% matchMixed69% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Bart Mamzer
Windows
Old school action RPG. Travel through an open world, design your own character class and feed your LUST for POWER by crushing your foes. Bonus replayability thanks to procedural generation, tons of abilities and items. Optional permadeath for hardcore roguelike fans!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.4%, Isometric 17.4%, Action RPG 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Loot 8.8%
- #12 Shadows: Awakening
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,481 reviews2018
Dev: Games FarmPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Shadows: Awakening is a unique, isometric single-player RPG with real-time tactical combat. You embark on an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.5%, Isometric 17.6%, RPG 12.4%, Action RPG 11.5%, Loot 11.1%
- #13 BattleJuice Alchemist
88% matchVery Positive92% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: Alchemical WorksPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
BattleJuice Alchemist is a complex alchemy RPG that adds a unique item and skill system to the classic aRPG formula. Focus on isometric combat or opt for JRPG-style one-on-one fights. Explore the wilderness, learn ritual magic, build a tower and craft potions to fight the demonic hordes of Samhain.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Isometric 13.5%, Action RPG 12.6%, Loot 10%
- #14 Netherworld Covenant
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 718 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 17.6%, Gothic 16.5% ★, Isometric 15.5%, Action RPG 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%
- #15 Tower of Kalemonvo
86% matchVery Positive84% of 474 reviews2025
Dev: osurPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Crawl to the top of the TOWER OF KALEMONVO, a hardcore isometric ARPG with randomly generated levels meant for fans of slower paced action games. Fight cultists and monsters, scavenge for magical loot, learn powerful spells and fully customize your stats and skills!
Why similar: Gothic 16.3% ★, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, Loot 12%, Isometric 12%
- #16 Anima : The Reign of Darkness
87% matchMixed69% of 637 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 22.8%, Action RPG 17.5%, Isometric 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Gothic 10.2% ★
- #17 Alaloth: Champions of The Four Kingdoms
85% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,612 reviews2024
Dev: Gamera Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
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: Hack and Slash 19.5%, Isometric 18.6%, Action RPG 18%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Top-Down 8.4%
- #18 Spire of Ash
84% matchMixed59% of 122 reviews2026
Dev: Aaron Lilla
Windows
Spire of Ash is a dark-fantasy run-based dungeon crawler with deep itemization, tactical combat, and escalating key-driven challenges. Build your team, refine your strategy, and push deeper into deadly endgame runs.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.1%, Action RPG 27.7%, Character Customization 18.1%, RPG 10.7%, 3D 7.3%
- #19 Knight Crawlers
84% matchMixed70% of 96 reviews2023
Dev: Good Morning GamesPub: iterco
Windows
Spawn your own enemies in this wobbly physics based rogue-lite action RPG and mow down hundreds of foes to your heart’s content. Fend off the Hordes of the Corrupted Realms by choosing powerful skill cards, enchanting equipment, and extracting living essence to upgrade your crawler.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19%, Action RPG 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Loot 11.2%, Character Customization 10.6%
- #20 Ortharion : The Last Battle
82% matchMixed66% of 94 reviews2025
Dev: Ortharion project
Windows
Ortharion: The Last Battle is a hack'n slash RPG that immerses you in a medieval fantasy world full of secrets. Customize your hero by combining classes, equipment and spells to create unique synergies to face formidable bosses to prove your strength.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.3%, Action RPG 19.1%, Loot 14.4%, RPG 7.8%, Medieval 7.1%
- #21 Dungeons of Sundaria
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,491 reviews2023
Dev: Industry Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! Will you become a hero of legend?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.4%, Action RPG 20.1%, PvE 17.7%, Character Customization 14.5%, RPG 9.4%
- #22 Into the Necrovale
81% matchVery Positive85% of 638 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.6 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: Hack and Slash 25.3%, Action RPG 20.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Loot 14.9%, Inventory Management 6.7%
- #23 Ortharion project
82% matchMixed64% of 154 reviews2020
Dev: Ortharion project
Windows
Come discover the world of Ortharion! Improve your character by collecting many spells of different qualities in order to defeat your opponents or by discovering many secrets, with puzzles and parkour.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.8%, Action RPG 16.9%, Loot 13.4%, Top-Down 9.3%, Realistic 7.8%
- #24 Avencast: Rise of the Mage
83% matchMixed69% of 720 reviews2010
Dev: ClockStone
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Play Avencast, the epic roguelike action-RPG with tons of combat moves, spells, and equipment. Fight against evil forces to save your academy and vanquish the darkness. As you progress, learn powerful spells and combos to increase your chances of victory.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.2%, Action RPG 17.2%, Isometric 13.2%, Character Customization 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #25 Astroloot
79% matchVery Positive93% of 602 reviews2025
Dev: Andreas Hager Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Loot, level up, and obliterate everything in your path. Astroloot is a sci-fi bullet heaven with deep ARPG systems, featuring a massive skill tree, deterministic crafting, and near-endless build possibilities.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.4%, Action RPG 22.8%, Loot 13.3%, PvE 11.8%, Crafting 10.2%
- #26 Eternium
79% matchVery Positive81% of 4,456 reviews2023
Dev: Dream PrimerPub: Making Fun
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Hack & slash against the dark forces threatening your home-world. Experience intense tactical fights in this fast paced, old school action RPG.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.8%, Loot 17.9%, Top-Down 12.1%, Action RPG 10%, Crafting 8.6%
- #27 Striving for Light
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 239 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.9%, Action RPG 23.7%, Isometric 18%, Loot 15.3%, RPG 8.3%
- #28 Bonehold
77% matchVery Positive84% of 127 reviews2026
Dev: Pixel Jackal
Windows
Dungeon Crawler with elements of rogue-like and ARPG games. Kill hordes of enemies, duel mighty bosses, and acquire legendary loot!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.4%, Dark Fantasy 21%, Action RPG 19.3%, Loot 16.2%, RPG 7.2%
- #29 Chronicon
78% matchVery Positive94% of 9,711 reviews2020
Dev: Subworld
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Use the magical device known as the Chronicon to travel into the souls and memories of fallen heroes to re-live their grand tales! Epic adventures full of loot and monsters await!
Why similar: Loot 23.2%, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Action RPG 20.2%, PvE 8.4%, Crafting 8%
- #30 Brinefall
80% matchMixed42% of 100 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: Hack and Slash 19.1%, Isometric 17.4%, Action RPG 15.5%, Loot 13.2%, Crafting 9.2%
- #31 Keeper's Toll
74% matchVery Positive90% of 794 reviews2024
Dev: Stingbot Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Delve into Keeper’s Toll, an action-packed roguelite brimming with challenge and despair. Survive against an onslaught of relentless hordes and grueling bosses with skill-based ARPG gameplay. Embrace the darkness and cleanse these cursed lands.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 24.1%, PvE 16.5%, Top-Down 15%, RPG 9.1%
- #32 Drova - Forsaken Kin
73% matchVery Positive94% of 9,712 reviews2024
Dev: Just2DPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 30.5%, Character Customization 20.3%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, RPG 13.9%, Magic 7.4%
- #33 Malignant Survivors
76% matchMixed63% of 312 reviews2024
Dev: Eren Aydin
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
3D rogue-like action game in a dark fantasy theme. Blow up thousands of malignants and find quality loot to improve your heroes for harder challenges.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.1%, Action RPG 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Top-Down 10.7%, Magic 8.3%
- #34 Pale Coins
73% matchVery Positive93% of 324 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: Hack and Slash 18.4%, Action RPG 17.5%, Loot 15%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Character Customization 11.3%
- #35 Sands of Aura
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 843 reviews2023
Dev: Chashu EntertainmentPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 52%
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 22.7%, Dark Fantasy 18.5%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Isometric 17.1%, PvE 9.4%
- #36 The Rangers In The South
74% matchVery Positive82% of 818 reviews2025
Dev: DPA Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Purge the lands in this 2.5D HD Pixelart RogueLike ARPG! Create hundreds of characters with unique strategies and abilities, face hordes of enemies, explore different biomes, procedurally generated dungeons, and obtain unique items!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.2%, Character Customization 18.6%, Medieval 13.3%, Action RPG 11.4%, Fantasy 10.1%
- #37 Dungeons & Darkness
77% matchMixed69% of 121 reviews2016
Dev: Yamiuchi ProjectPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore various dungeons, making use of various weapons and magic! Challenge the most deadly locations, make your name as an adventurer! Clear the corridors of monsters, collecting tools and weapons as you go. Watch out for booby traps!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.2%, RPG 14.6%, Action RPG 11.7%, Magic 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%
- #38 Torchlight III
76% matchMixed47% of 11,467 reviews2020
Dev: Echtra Inc.Pub: XD
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In Torchlight III, Novastraia is again under threat of invasion and it’s up to you to defend against the Netherim and its allies. Gather your wits and brave the frontier to find fame, glory, and new adventures!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.9%, Loot 21.9%, Action RPG 21.1%, RPG 13.1%, Isometric 8.9%
- #39 Fatekeeper
71% matchVery Positive80% of 10,647 reviews2026
Dev: ParaglacialPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Venture into a handcrafted world where ruins whisper of past cataclysms. Master the art of sword and sorcery and forge your path with relics, spells and choices that shape who you become in this first-person RPG.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.5%, Action RPG 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Realistic 8%, Magic 8%
- #40 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,720 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 30.6%, Dark Fantasy 28.7%, Medieval 15.7%, RPG 11.3%, Combat 8.4%
- #41 Dragonkin: The Banished
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,701 reviews2026
Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The draconic threat is once again upon us. Legendary heroes rise up to face the legions from the depths. Tame your wyrmlings, create unique power builds with the Ancestral Grid, expand your city and destroy the Dragons!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.2%, Action RPG 18.5%, Loot 15.4%, Isometric 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
- #42 Conquest Dark
70% matchVery Positive90% of 2,642 reviews2025
Dev: Eldritch Sword GamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Experience an ARPG's rapid ascension to power in minutes, packed with savage, survivors-like action and devastating sword & sorcery combat. Perfect your builds through Dark Ritual runs that will decide humanity's future as you battle endless hordes across haunting ruins and cursed kingdoms.
Why similar: Action RPG 29.5%, Isometric 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Mythology 9.7%, RPG 9.1%
- #43 Echoes of Mystralia
70% matchVery Positive83% of 555 reviews2026
Dev: Borealys Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Echoes of Mystralia is an action-heavy spellcrafting ARPG roguelite, where rapid combat meets deep customization. Craft your own spells, unlock new combinations, fight epic bosses, and discover a narrative-rich world that never plays the same twice.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.7%, Action RPG 21.4%, Top-Down 13.5%, Magic 10.1%, Crafting 9.6%
- #44 I Shall Remain
75% matchMixed66% of 163 reviews2015
Dev: Scorpius Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 53%
An Action RPG at its core, I Shall Remain combines role-playing elements with survival and strategic aspects, and creates a blend never before seen. Through complex, real-time character progression and RPG system, over a hundred abilities to learn and upgrade, dozens of weapons and enhancers, thousands of Infected, over twenty mutations,...
Why similar: RPG 25.1%, Hack and Slash 23.3%, Action RPG 21.5%, Loot 19.2%, Action 10.9%
- #45 Nyran Survivors
72% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.9%, Top-Down 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, 3D 8%, Action 6.7%
- #46 Cinderia
68% matchVery Positive88% of 4,774 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, magic cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.3%, Isometric 17.8%, Action RPG 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Top-Down 11.7%
- #47 Into The Dark
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2022
Dev: Esenthel
Windows
Action-Oriented Dungeon Crawler RPG
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.5%, Action RPG 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, PvE 12.6%, Realistic 7.6%
- #48 ELDERBORN
71% matchVery Positive86% of 3,082 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: Hack and Slash 26.2%, Dark Fantasy 22%, Action RPG 21.1%, PvE 14.6%, Fantasy 7%
- #49 Halls of Torment: Prelude
69% matchVery Positive93% of 1,419 reviews2023
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.5%, Isometric 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Action RPG 13%, Character Customization 11.6%
- #50 Hell Clock
68% matchVery Positive84% of 4,243 reviews2025
Dev: Rogue SnailPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Forge powerful builds with endless loot in this relentless combination of Roguelike and ARPG. Blast through dungeons and unleash inhuman powers in a dark fantasy twist on Brazil’s War of Canudos.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.4%, Action RPG 19.4%, Isometric 18.4%, Dark Fantasy 16.7%, Loot 16.1%
- #51 Dark Bestiary
70% matchVery Positive89% of 525 reviews2020
Dev: Qd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Dark Bestiary is a turn-based tactic game with RPG elements. The very core of the game consists of continuous and exciting battles with monsters rather than a deep story. So, you will have to explore a rich combat system and discover your character’s possibilities.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Loot 12.9%, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Character Customization 12.1%, Action RPG 11.8%
- #52 Wyvia
69% matchVery Positive95% of 162 reviews2023
Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
Windows · Linux
Wyvia is an open world 3D action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs. Save your world from a monstrous invasion. Choose from 10 classes customizing them with a robust cross-class skill system, craft and upgrade tons of weapons, explore dungeons battling a variety of enemies, and defeat terrifying bosses!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.1%, Isometric 17%, Action RPG 16.5%, Character Customization 12%, Medieval 10.2%
- #53 Darkblade Ascent
66% matchVery Positive81% of 556 reviews2025
Dev: PST Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.9%, Loot 19.4%, Action RPG 19%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, RPG 7.9%
- #54 Expedition Agartha
68% matchMixed63% of 1,766 reviews2023
Dev: Matrioshka GamesPub: Wandering Wizard
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Expedition Agartha is a high-stakes first person slasher. Loot ancient treasures, conquer mythological enemies, and extract to safety - alone or up to groups of three. Gear up and launch your expedition in the first and only medieval extraction looter available on Steam!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.3%, Loot 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Character Customization 12%, Medieval 9.1%
- #55 Dark Hunting Ground
65% matchVery Positive92% of 810 reviews2025
Dev: BingXPub: The Bueno Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Hunt the monsters that swarm the Dark Hunting Ground, collect the spoils, develop your skills freely and wisely and fight to become the strongest hunter!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.9%, Loot 23.2%, Action RPG 22.8%, PvE 11.8%, RPG 7.8%
- #56 Embers Adrift
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 340 reviews2025
Dev: Stormhaven Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a PvE-focused fantasy MMORPG built for meaningful group play and deliberate progression that still rewards solo adventurers. Confront dangerous, unique enemies and forge lasting friendships in the world of Embers Adrift.
Why similar: Loot 17.8%, PvE 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Medieval 12.2%, Realistic 9.9%
- #57 Achilles: Legends Untold
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,655 reviews2023
Dev: Dark Point Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.8 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 14.9%, Isometric 13.4%, Mythology 12.9%, Action RPG 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%
- #58 Torchlight: Infinite
65% matchMixed69% of 21,486 reviews2023
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 42.1 hrs≥1hr: 61%
The fate of Ember Technology is in your hands. With abounding hero build possibilities, dive into an epic journey with endless loot, adrenaline-pumping fights & new seasonal contents.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.9%, Loot 20.3%, Action RPG 19.9%, Top-Down 8.4%, RPG 8.3%
- #59 Mistfall Hunter
64% matchMixed56% of 15,447 reviews2026
Dev: Bellring GamesPub: Skystone Games
Windows
Median: 13.7 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Mistfall Hunter is a dark fantasy extraction ARPG. Combine skills, talents, and gear for each class in thrilling combat! Whether you team up or go solo, one thing remains certain—only by fighting your way through can you return with a full haul. Good luck, Gyldhunter.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20%, Action RPG 19.4%, Loot 18.7%, PvE 14.9%, Magic 11.3%