Games Like Bastion

Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.2%, Hack and Slash 22.9%, Isometric 10.1%, Story Rich 6.5%, RPG 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It shares Supergiant's razor-sharp combat, reactive storytelling, and standout music, even if its structure is more roguelite than Bastion's linear campaign.

Discover the world of Transistor, a sci-fi-themed action RPG from the creators of Bastion.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 57.6%, Isometric 10.1%, Action RPG 6.8%, Story Rich 5.9%, RPG 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: From the same studio, it delivers stylish isometric action, a haunting soundtrack, and intimate narration wrapped around a mysterious fallen world.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 52%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Action RPG 5%, Indie 5%, Action 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures Bastion's lonely post-catastrophe mood and fast isometric action, trading spoken narration for pure environmental storytelling and striking visuals.

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29%, Isometric 25.7%, Action RPG 14%, RPG 11.1%, Action 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its compact isometric action, melancholic ruined world, and satisfying dodge-and-strike combat make it one of the closest modern matches to Bastion's feel.

Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.5%, Isometric 20.7%, Action RPG 12.6%, RPG 11.7%, Story Rich 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This story-driven action RPG mixes weighty top-down combat, narrator-led storytelling, and emotional worldbuilding in a way Bastion fans usually click with immediately.

Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.

Why similar: Isometric 42.1%, Action RPG 18%, RPG 14.5%, Action 7.3%, Indie 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Like Bastion, it pairs elegant isometric combat with a mysterious, broken world that rewards curiosity, atmosphere, and careful exploration.

Transform the world of Hob! A new action-adventure from Runic Games, the award-winning studio behind Torchlight I and II. It's your chance. Make it home.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.2%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Action 13.4%, Adventure 11%, Indie 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its isometric perspective, handcrafted action-adventure pacing, and emphasis on restoring a fractured world echo Bastion's exploration and tone.

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: Great Soundtrack 45.7%, Action RPG 22%, RPG 11%, Story Rich 7%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: This action RPG offers fast, skill-based combat, strong progression, and a surprisingly rich story in a vibrant world that feels as handcrafted as Bastion's.

Pyre is a party-based RPG from the creators of Bastion and Transistor. Lead your band of exiles to freedom through a series of mystical competitions in the Campaign, or challenge a friend to a fast-paced ritual showdown in the head-to-head Versus Mode.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 59.4%, RPG 11.4%, Story Rich 9.3%, Indie 6.5%, Action 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gameplay is very different, but its stunning soundtrack, evocative writing, and signature Supergiant sense of place make it a natural follow-up for Bastion fans.

Stories: The Path of Destinies is an Action RPG, an enchanted storybook filled with madcap fantasy tales, each told by a zippy narrator attuned to the player’s choices and actions.

Why similar: Adventure 30.4%, Dynamic Narration 18% ★, Great Soundtrack 14.4%, Hack and Slash 8.8%, RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its agile isometric combat and constantly commenting narrator make it one of the few games that genuinely recalls Bastion's storytelling style.

The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.1%, Action RPG 22.2%, RPG 16.8%, Isometric 7.5%, Action 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: While more loot-focused and less narrative, it scratches the same isometric action-RPG itch with polished combat and strong sense of progression.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.1%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, RPG 10.7%, Action 9.2%, Indie 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Though side-scrolling rather than isometric, it shares Bastion's mix of approachable action RPG progression, strong narration, and emotional indie storytelling.

Omensight is an Action Murder Mystery game. In order to prevent the apocalypse, you are fated to repeat the last day of the world until it can be saved. Investigate clues, fight enemies, and solve the murder of the Godless-Priestess.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 24.9%, Dynamic Narration 20% ★, Hack and Slash 12.3%, RPG 8.5%, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: From the makers of Stories, it combines narrated action-adventure gameplay with a world-ending crisis and stylish top-down combat.

Play alone or with friends! A co-op personality test about exploring an ancient, occult world in 5 days. How will you be remembered?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 41.4%, Action RPG 21.3%, RPG 15.6%, Story Rich 14.9%, Adventure 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It blends mythic storytelling, isometric combat, and a world shaped by catastrophe into a short-form action RPG with a similar atmospheric pull.

DARKSIDERS: GENESIS gives players their first look at the world of DARKSIDERS before the events of the original game. Furthermore, it introduces the fourth and last horseman STRIFE, as well as Co-op gameplay for the first time in the history of the franchise.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.7%, Isometric 20.3%, Action 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.2%, Action RPG 8%

Why You'll Like It: This isometric action game delivers crunchy combat, traversal, and apocalyptic fantasy energy that line up well with Bastion's action-first appeal.

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 32%, Action RPG 16%, RPG 12.4%, Indie 10.7%, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its top-down action, constant unlock-driven progression, and colorful charm make it a great fit if you liked Bastion's accessible but satisfying combat loop.

Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.7%, Action RPG 21.3%, RPG 16%, Isometric 6.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is a simpler, more classic take on the same hack-and-slash action-RPG loop that Bastion players may enjoy for its immediacy.

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: Hack and Slash 33.8%, Action RPG 21.7%, Isometric 19.2%, RPG 12.1%, Action 5%

Why You'll Like It: It keeps the hack-and-slash RPG side of Bastion front and center, with more active dodging and weapon-based combat than most traditional ARPGs.

By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.7%, RPG 13.6%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Action 11.2%, Action RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It mixes weighty top-down combat, emotional atmosphere, and steady character growth in a way that feels adjacent to Bastion's moody action.

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: Action RPG 21.9%, Story Rich 17.9%, RPG 15.6%, Action 9.6%, Post-apocalyptic 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It is more adventure-focused, but its heartfelt story, gorgeous presentation, and action-driven journey through a damaged world make it a good tonal match.

The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 56.3%, Action RPG 11.3%, RPG 10.3%, Hack and Slash 9.7%, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast-paced action RPG combat, memorable boss fights, and excellent music make it a strong pick for Bastion players who want more pure action.

You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.2%, Isometric 34%, Action 9%, Indie 5.3%, Adventure 4%

Why You'll Like It: This one leans more systemic and punishing, but its dark isometric hack-and-slash combat and cursed-world atmosphere line up well with Bastion's action core.

From Digital Sun, creators of Moonlighter, The Mageseeker is an action RPG in the League of Legends universe. Play as Sylas, a mage now freed from years in captivity. Wield the chains that once bound you and liberate Demacia from the Mageseekers' tyranny.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.3%, RPG 16.8%, Story Rich 11%, Action RPG 10.9%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers brisk top-down action, flashy ability combos, and a focused fantasy story that should appeal to players who liked Bastion's momentum.

Traverse a mythic little realm, use a sword to do battle & evoke sworcery to solve mystical musical mysteries.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 71.1%, Indie 8.4%, Adventure 6.3%, Atmospheric 2.7%, Fantasy 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: It is much less combat-driven, yet its surreal atmosphere, exceptional music, and melancholy indie storytelling overlap strongly with Bastion's artistic side.

EXPLORE YOUR WAY. Awoken to a world ruined by war, Alma must traverse the vast city of Arcadia before the life force of her friends and herself withers away. Time is ticking, and every moment matters. Who will you save, and who will you leave to turn UNSIGHTED?

Why similar: RPG 22.2%, Action RPG 19.9%, Action 17.5%, Indie 12.8%, Adventure 9%

Why You'll Like It: This top-down action adventure combines tight combat, meaningful upgrades, and a doomed setting that should resonate with Bastion's end-of-the-world mood.

RUINER is a brutal action shooter set in the year 2091 in the cyber metropolis Rengkok. A wired psychopath lashes out against a corrupt system to uncover the truth and retrieve his kidnapped brother under the guidance of a secretive hacker friend.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 54.9%, Isometric 15.4%, Action 9.1%, Hack and Slash 7.9%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its violent top-down combat, dense atmosphere, and pounding soundtrack hit some of the same sensory highs as Bastion, just in a harsher cyberpunk world.

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: Hack and Slash 35.1%, RPG 19.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, Action 9.5%, Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This is a lighter and simpler take on top-down action RPG combat, but its breezy progression and approachable charm can scratch a similar itch.

Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.7%, Action 18.9%, Indie 11.1%, RPG 10.7%, Adventure 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes fast, customizable top-down combat and build experimentation, making it a good pick if Bastion's moment-to-moment action was your favorite part.

Jotun is a hand-drawn action-exploration game set in Norse mythology. In Jotun, you play Thora, a Viking warrior who died an inglorious death and must prove herself to the Gods to enter Valhalla. Impress the Gods!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 45.2%, Isometric 18.6%, Adventure 8.8%, Action 8.7%, Indie 7%

Why You'll Like It: Its mythic atmosphere, hand-crafted world, and deliberate action encounters capture some of the same heroic, storybook qualities that make Bastion memorable.

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: Great Soundtrack 54.4%, Story Rich 13.4%, RPG 9.3%, Action RPG 6.6%, Fantasy 4.4%

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 53.8%, Indie 15%, Action 13.4%, Adventure 6%, Atmospheric 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This one offers fluid action, striking art, and a collapsing-world vibe, though it pushes Bastion's style into a more chaotic metroidvania direction.

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 73.6%, Story Rich 7.6%, Atmospheric 3.5%, Adventure 3.2%, Fantasy 2.9%

Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.4%, Action 14.1%, Beautiful 11.8% ★, Adventure 8%, Indie 7.9%

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: Great Soundtrack 37.9%, Story Rich 18.1%, Adventure 10.9%, Indie 9%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Discover all the secrets of two completely different worlds.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.7%, Great Soundtrack 21%, Post-apocalyptic 7%, Indie 4.9%, Action RPG 4.8%

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options.

Why similar: Action 32.3%, Indie 32%, Singleplayer 14.3%, Adventure 9.1%, 2D 4.8%

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 69.5%, Story Rich 15.9%, Indie 6.7%, RPG 3.5%, Adventure 2.3%

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 63.2%, Story Rich 9.4%, RPG 7.5%, Music 5.9%, Action 3.6%

Gomez is a 2D creature living in a 2D world. Or is he? When the existence of a mysterious 3rd dimension is revealed to him, Gomez is sent out on a journey that will take him to the very end of time and space. Use your ability to navigate 3D structures from 4 distinct classic 2D perspectives.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 74.7%, Indie 14.1%, Singleplayer 3.7%, Adventure 3.4%, Beautiful 2.5% ★

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 70.9%, Story Rich 8.2%, Atmospheric 4.4%, Action 3.9%, Adventure 3.5%

Claymation action adventure in an odd world of talking pumpkins, blue trees and stuff like that.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.3%, Isometric 15.7%, Hack and Slash 12%, RPG 8.8%, Action 6.5%

Brütal Legend is an action-adventure that marries visceral action combat with open-world freedom. Set in a universe somewhere between Lord of the Rings and Spinal Tap, it’s a fresh take on the action/driving genre, which in this case is full of imitation cover bands, demons intent on enslaving humanity and Heavy metal tunes.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 56.8%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Action 9.2%, Music 5%, Adventure 4%

Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world of great castles and strange machinery, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 60.3%, Action 10.8%, Beautiful 9.3% ★, Fantasy 7.1%, Indie 5.3%

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 69.6%, Story Rich 8.5%, Indie 6.9%, Action 4.2%, Singleplayer 3.4%

Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 58.9%, RPG 17.3%, Story Rich 6.4%, Fantasy 5.2%, Adventure 3.2%

Welcome to an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, glory is valued above gold and freedom is hard earned. In the age of Great Drotus Empire, a lone mercenary accepts a contract to liberate 13 nations of The Empire in order to regain his lost "Glory".

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.1%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, RPG 13.8%, Action 10%, Action RPG 7.6%

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 78.2%, Indie 5.6%, RPG 4.9%, Music 4.1%, Action 3%

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 50.1%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Isometric 18.3%, RPG 6.3%, Action 1.3%

Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.

Why similar: RPG 30.4%, Action 28.3%, Fantasy 14.5%, Adventure 10.1%, Action RPG 8.4%

Figment is an action-adventure game that invites you to explore a unique surreal universe filled with music, humor and multi layered narrative. Join Dusty and his ever-optimistic friend, Piper, on an adventure through the different sides of the mind seeking to restore the courage that's been lost.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 45.9%, Isometric 19.1%, Story Rich 6.7%, Action 6.6%, Indie 6.2%

Use the power of music to reawaken long forgotten memories in Distortions, a story-driven journey through a world of unparalleled beauty.

Why similar: RPG 33.6%, Indie 19.6%, Action 17%, Adventure 14.9%, Music 9.2%

This "spaceship simulation roguelike-like" allows you to take your ship and crew on an adventure through a randomly generated galaxy filled with glory and bitter defeat.

Why similar: Indie 51.4%, Singleplayer 26.8%, Adventure 17.5%, 2D 4.3%

Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 63.2%, Beautiful 8.1% ★, Story Rich 7.5%, Action 6.5%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Zeno Clash is an action/fighting game set in a punk fantasy world. The game is played from a first person perspective and the combat is generally up close and brutal. Experience a deep storyline set in a fantastic world.

Why similar: Action 39.7%, Indie 25.2%, Story Rich 7.5%, Beautiful 6.4% ★, Fantasy 6.2%

Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 71.3%, Action 10.3%, Indie 10.1%, RPG 5.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%

“Probably the best downloadable title on the market right now.” 9/10 – Eurogamer.se

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.7%, Action 17%, Post-apocalyptic 14.9%, Indie 14.2%, Adventure 7.9%

Rogue Legacy is a genealogical rogue-"LITE" where anyone can be a hero. Each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might be a dwarf with vertigo. But that's OK, because no one is perfect, and you don't have to be to succeed.

Why similar: Indie 31.2%, RPG 25.7%, Action 20.7%, Singleplayer 9.7%, Fantasy 5.8%

This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 68.8%, Indie 17.3%, Singleplayer 4.4%, Story Rich 3.6%, Beautiful 1.8% ★

Epistory immerses you in an atmospheric action/adventure game where you play a girl riding a giant fox who fights an insectile corruption from an origami world. As you progress and explore this world, the story literally unfolds and the mysteries of the magic power of the words are revealed.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.1%, Story Rich 14.2%, Isometric 13.9%, RPG 12.8%, Action 7.5%