- #1 Ash & Rust
97% matchMixed65% of 85 reviews2026
Dev: Ash and Rust Studios
Windows
For seasoned ARPG lovers, a unique Indie entry is here! Construct a deep build as you fight your way through mysterious places. Enemies are strong and smart, but you'll have a massive arsenal of tools and abilities to master in order to vanquish them. Dive in!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Isometric 13.5%, Action RPG 12.6%, Loot 10%
- #2 Beyond the Map
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 748 reviews2025
Dev: Glitch Goblins
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Isometric survival ARPG set in a procedurally generated fantasy world. Build your base, gear up, and venture out, chasing stronger enemies and better loot.
Why similar: Isometric 16.5%, Loot 14.4%, Base Building 12.6%, Action RPG 11.8%, Hack and Slash 11.2%
- #3 Brinefall
96% 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: Isometric 15.4%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Base Building 12.8%, Loot 12.6%, Action RPG 10.9%
- #4 Ruins of Dawn
95% 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: Loot 21.9%, Isometric 18.4%, Action RPG 17.6%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%
- #5 Striving for Light
94% 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 21.5%, Action RPG 18.5%, Isometric 17.8%, Loot 16.3%, RPG 7.8%
- #6 The Serpent Rogue
94% matchMixed55% of 329 reviews2022
Dev: Sengi GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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: Isometric 17.9%, Loot 17.6%, Open World 14.6%, Crafting 14.5%, Action RPG 14.2%
- #7 Dark Bestiary
93% 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 23.6%, Loot 14.9%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Character Customization 10.7%, Action RPG 10%
- #8 Tower of Kalemonvo
92% 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: Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Loot 16.9%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Isometric 15.6%, Action RPG 13.4%
- #9 Powerlust
91% 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: Dark Fantasy 19.2%, Isometric 16.8%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Action RPG 13.1%, Open World 11.2%
- #10 Anima : The Reign of Darkness
91% 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 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 21.5%, Action RPG 16.8%, Isometric 16.3%, Character Customization 7.9%
- #11 The Altered Lands
90% matchMixed62% of 55 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: Dark Fantasy 35.2%, Open World 22.4%, Action RPG 21.5%, RPG 11.3%, Action 6.1%
- #12 Alchemist Adventure
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 131 reviews2021
Dev: Bad MinionsPub: SuperGG.com
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Hack and Slash 20.2%, Action RPG 16.8%, Open World 16.7%, Character Customization 13.4%, Strategy 8.9%
- #13 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: Isometric 18.5%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Loot 12.6%, RPG 12.4%
- #14 Goldilock One: The Mists of Jakaira
87% matchVery Positive80% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: Shed of Ideas
Windows
Action RPG with survival elements. Manage resources and bond with NPCs to unlock crafting and gain allies who may become playable. Use them to solve puzzles and battle together. Survive the frozen wilds and uncover the truth behind your exile.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.5%, Action RPG 24.7%, Open World 19.2%, Crafting 17.8%, RPG 7.5%
- #15 Malignant Survivors
88% 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: Dark Fantasy 22.8%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, Action RPG 17.2%, Zombies 12.7%, Isometric 9.6%
- #16 Cinderia
85% 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 26.8%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Isometric 18.2%, Action RPG 12%, Base Building 11.6%
- #17 Decision: Red Daze
86% matchMostly Positive74% of 896 reviews2022
Dev: FlyAnvilPub: Nordcurrent Labs
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Decision: Red Daze is an action RPG with a unique mix of survival and tower defense mechanics. Explore an apocalyptic wasteland, build a safe haven, and lead your team of specialists in a hopeless world, searching for a cure for the infectious disease that turns people into monsters.
Why similar: Zombies 19.2%, Open World 16.5%, Base Building 15.4%, Action RPG 15.3%, Isometric 14.8%
- #18 Serum: Toxic Survival
86% matchMixed49% of 311 reviews2024
Dev: Game IslandPub: Toplitz Productions
Windows
Dive into a thrilling survival adventure where an unknown liquid takes control of your life. Extract Serum to stay alive, battle dangerous creatures, solve puzzles, and uncover clues about past events.
Why similar: Zombies 20.8%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Base Building 17.5%, Open World 15.8%, PvE 11%
- #19 Witchspire
81% matchVery Positive83% of 1,994 reviews2026
Dev: Envar Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Step into the ultimate open-world witch adventure. Befriend and battle creatures, and conjure up a sanctuary alongside other witches in co-op or single-player.
Why similar: Base Building 21.7%, Open World 19.5%, Action RPG 17.1%, Crafting 16.2%, PvE 10%
- #20 Grim Dawn
82% 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 41.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Isometric 12.1%, Loot 11.8%, Hack and Slash 10.8%
- #21 Alaloth: Champions of The Four Kingdoms
82% 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: Dark Fantasy 21.5%, Isometric 19.8%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Action RPG 15.2%, Open World 11.8%
- #22 Fatekeeper
79% 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: Dark Fantasy 32.9%, Hack and Slash 23.4%, Action RPG 20.6%, RPG 9.6%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #23 Adventure Craft
83% matchVery Positive83% of 229 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: Base Building 21.8%, Open World 20.6%, Action RPG 18.5%, Character Customization 14.9%, PvE 11.7%
- #24 Avencast: Rise of the Mage
84% 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 21%, Action RPG 17.4%, Isometric 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.7%, Character Customization 12.6%
- #25 Brew
80% matchVery Positive86% of 198 reviews2025
Dev: Snow Leaf Studios
Windows
Face the challenges of The Tower as you enroll into the Alchemy Academy in this action-packed, third-person, roguelite. Brew potions to boost yourself in the heat of battle and use multiple weapons to defeat dangerous foes and pass your exams!
Why similar: Crafting 37.7%, RPG 29%, Action 16.7%, Fantasy 13%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #26 Force of Nature 2: Prologue
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 82 reviews2023
Dev: A.Y.std
Windows
Force of Nature 2: Prologue is an introduction to the world of the main game. Explore one of the many worlds and uncover its mystery. This game combines the genres of Survival, Sandbox, Action, Adventure, RPG, Strategy and Resource Management
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 15%, Isometric 14.5%, Action RPG 12%, Management 9.7%, Crafting 8%
- #27 Echoes of Mystralia
78% 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 32.1%, Action RPG 24.2%, Crafting 15.9%, RPG 10.8%, Fantasy 7.3%
- #28 Alquiem
77% matchVery Positive88% of 124 reviews2025
Dev: Regalia Project
Windows
Alquiem is a new Medieval RPG made by a solo-dev in which you will be able to gain strength through numerous classes and talent trees, professions and equipment to face the creatures that inhabit the lands of Odenzur.
Why similar: RPG 32.7%, Character Customization 28.6%, PvE 24%, Adventure 10.4%, Singleplayer 4.2%
- #29 Netherworld Covenant
77% 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: Dark Fantasy 24.9%, Isometric 22.9%, Hack and Slash 21%, Action RPG 16.7%, RPG 8%
- #30 Mutagenic
78% matchVery Positive95% of 91 reviews2022
Dev: zediven
Windows · Mac
Mutagenic: A mashup of ARPG and Survivor gameplay, bridging the best of both genres. With unrivaled depth to character customization, Mutagenic has the depth of high-budget ARPG games with the simplified controls of a Survivor-style game. Can you craft a build to outdo everyone else?
Why similar: Loot 29.1%, Action RPG 25.4%, RPG 20%, Fantasy 12.6%, Action 9.2%
- #31 Heretical
76% matchVery Positive85% of 1,028 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23.9%, Isometric 19.1%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Action RPG 15.9%, Loot 15%
- #32 Alchemist's Awakening
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 497 reviews2019
Dev: OsarisGames
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Enter a world full of magic, mystery, beautiful landscapes and dangerous creatures. Build your own destiny, by yourself or with some friends, gather materials, use elements as attacks, recombine them into building blocks... and use your Alchemist's power to give life to any shape you built.
Why similar: Open World 42.8%, Crafting 38.7%, Action 10.2%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #33 Ortharion : The Last Battle
76% 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 27.3%, Loot 20.7%, Action RPG 20.1%, RPG 9.9%, Character Customization 5.8%
- #34 Ketz: Galactic Overlords
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 410 reviews2025
Dev: Keep Games
Windows
Sci-fantasy themed roguelite horde survival game with RPG elements. Choose your character, collect various gear, and create game-breaking builds using powerful skills from the Galactic Leaders!
Why similar: Loot 26.9%, Hack and Slash 20.7%, Action RPG 16.8%, Isometric 15.7%, RPG 8.3%
- #35 Aethermancer
73% matchVery Positive91% of 2,650 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 58.1%, Strategy 20.7%, RPG 16.5%, Singleplayer 4.8%
- #36 The Slormancer
73% 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: Loot 26.1%, Hack and Slash 23.4%, Action RPG 18.4%, Isometric 15.6%, RPG 6.9%
- #37 Sands of Aura
74% 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: Dark Fantasy 22.3%, Action RPG 16.4%, Isometric 15.6%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Open World 9.5%
- #38 Tarnished Blood 🩸 [Tactic RPG]
73% matchVery Positive90% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Juggler GamesPub: Galaktus
Windows
Tarnished Blood is a turn-based roguelite RPG with a unique time-bending battle mechanic. Hunt massive beasts, harvest their essence, and help a group of hunters survive in the brutal world beneath the Dome!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 31.8%, Hand-drawn 20.1%, RPG 17.6%, Character Customization 9.3%, Adventure 8.8%
- #39 Knight Crawlers
75% 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: Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action RPG 15.3%, Loot 13.6%, Character Customization 9.8%
- #40 Nordicandia
74% matchMixed67% of 641 reviews2022
Dev: Garden of Dreams
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
A semi-idle action RPG with a deep and unique crafting system. Collect epic loot, craft and merge items, and level up your character to beat the World Bosses!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.8%, Management 18%, Action RPG 16.7%, Crafting 15.1%, PvE 10.6%
- #41 Last Mage
72% matchMixed62% of 84 reviews2026
Dev: Weird Johnny Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spellcrafting and backpack management combined in one bullet heaven rougelite. As the Last Mage you get a task to explore dungeons filled with monsters and find the source of the disaster plaguing this world.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25%, Hack and Slash 24.5%, Loot 23.5%, Crafting 11.8%, RPG 9.6%
- #42 Dark Light: Survivor
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 352 reviews2026
Dev: Mirari&Co.
Windows
Dark Light: Survivor is a dark sci-fi action roguelike with ARPG loot and third-person shooter combat. Switch anytime between top-down view and TPS aiming as you build weapons, skills, and classes across brutal multiverse runs.
Why similar: Loot 29.2%, Hack and Slash 25.6%, Zombies 23.2%, Action 9.1%, RPG 8.4%
- #43 Alchemist: The Potion Monger
71% matchVery Positive83% of 111 reviews2024
Dev: Art Games Studio S.A.
Windows
First-person Alchemist Simulator with RPG elements. Explore the world, gather ingredients, and sell or use potions you craft to help others and fend off enemies. Adopt pets to help you with your alchemy knowledge (and to pet them). Decorate your home however you like and brew your destiny!
Why similar: Management 30.1%, Open World 25.9%, Crafting 21.4%, RPG 12.4%, Adventure 6.5%
- #44 Blightstone
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 547 reviews2026
Dev: Unfinished Pixel
Windows
A challenging, turn-based strategy with a roguelike edge. Lead a team of adventurers to destroy the Blightstone and free the world from corruption. Use free movement, dynamic environments and collectable skills to save the crystal, and save the world.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 41.3%, Isometric 29.1%, Strategy 11.8%, RPG 9.9%, Fantasy 7.9%
- #45 Rift Wizard 3
68% matchVery Positive89% of 275 reviews2026
Dev: Dylan White
Windows
Rift Wizard is a hardcore combat strategy roguelike and wizard simulator featuring an extremely deep build system. Customize your Wizard with more than 500 spells and magical artifacts. Blast, summon, or enchant your way through 20 levels of pure turn based chaos.
Why similar: Character Customization 27.6%, Strategy 26.8%, RPG 22.8%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Fantasy 6.5%
- #46 Archtower
71% matchVery Positive94% of 112 reviews2022
Dev: Blaster Games Studio
Windows
Archtower is a mixture of ARPG and Roguelite. Explore the mysterious Tower, build your characters, improve and develop your clan. Use different skills from power crystals to optimize your builds. And try to survive. But don't worry, the game gives you options to keep your life and loot on defeat.
Why similar: RPG 27.2%, Action RPG 26.4%, Fantasy 16.6%, Adventure 12.1%, Action 11.3%
- #47 Death Must Die
67% matchVery Positive90% of 21,713 reviews2023
Dev: Realm Archive
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, Loot 16%, Isometric 15.7%, Action RPG 12.8%
- #48 Cursemark
67% matchVery Positive87% of 605 reviews2026
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Hack, slash, and cast your way through a haunted kingdom brimming with secrets where no two builds are ever the same. As a cursed mage-knight you will unlock devastating spells, equip ability transforming runes, and reforge your curse on the path to victory or death in this fantasy action roguelite.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 32.5%, Hack and Slash 22.7%, Open World 14.5%, Action RPG 13.7%, RPG 7.6%
- #49 Master Bladesmith
70% matchMixed65% of 464 reviews2024
Dev: Elixir Games
Windows
This unique RPG blends VR action and progression. Mine materials, buy equipment, build your arsenal by crafting more and more powerful blades. Battle in the Time Chamber to test your creations as you progress through levels, and build your character as you upgrade your equipment.
Why similar: RPG 43.6%, Crafting 29.5%, Action 22.9%, Singleplayer 4%
- #50 The Unliving
70% matchMixed62% of 899 reviews2023
Dev: RocketBrush GamesPub: Team17 Digital
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Raise the dead as a fearsome Necromancer in the dark world of The Unliving! Lead your undead armies into the endless fight in this rogue-lite action RPG game. Burn cities to ash with devastating magic spells, slay epic bosses and turn your enemies into morbid servants.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.7%, Isometric 18.7%, Zombies 17.2%, Action RPG 14.1%, RPG 10.1%
- #51 Ampguard
72% matchMixed60% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: MI Matrikel 19Pub: Hochschule Mittweida
Windows
Ampguard is a rogue-like game with a unique combat system and nasty monsters. Combine your skills and use them in the best possible way to emerge victorious from the battle against the Yokai.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 34.7%, Isometric 23.8%, Crafting 15.8%, Strategy 10%, Fantasy 6.5%
- #52 Into the Necrovale
68% 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: Dark Fantasy 25.3%, Hack and Slash 23.6%, Loot 18.6%, Action RPG 18.3%, RPG 6.7%
- #53 Conquest Dark
67% 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 28.7%, Isometric 25.1%, Dark Fantasy 24.5%, RPG 10.7%, Action 6.8%
- #54 Dead Engine
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 220 reviews2026
Dev: Chocolate Dungeon GamesPub: Red Axe Games
Windows
Fight to survive against zombies in a pixel-art post-apocalyptic city. Loot and merge items, expand your backpack. In your camp, recruit survivors but burn the bitten. Trading uncovers haunting survivor stories.
Why similar: Base Building 28.1%, Zombies 27%, Open World 19.9%, Strategy 12.5%, Action 5.8%
- #55 Undead World
69% matchVery Positive89% of 134 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: Isometric 40.9%, Action RPG 31%, RPG 19.7%, Singleplayer 4.6%, Action 3.7%
- #56 Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem
70% 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: Dark Fantasy 17.4%, Isometric 16%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Loot 14.7%, Action RPG 12.6%
- #57 Acid Planet
69% matchVery Positive80% of 70 reviews2024
Dev: Adam Travers
Windows
Acid Planet is a caustic blend of horde-survival, tower-defense and strategy. Build, fight and evolve to survive against rampaging swarms of monsters and fearsome Kaiju.
Why similar: Base Building 46.1%, Hand-drawn 26.7%, Strategy 22.5%, Singleplayer 4.6%
- #58 FELLCHASER
68% matchVery Positive89% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Let'em Cook Games
Windows · Mac
You've stolen Death’s scythe in an attempt to cheat your fate. Now you must escape Purgatory by brewing combo-building potions and reaping hordes of creatures in this hack and slash Roguelike!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.8%, Dark Fantasy 34.6%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Action 6.7%, Adventure 4.6%
- #59 Ways of Alchemy
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 721 reviews2025
Dev: RocketBrush Games
Windows
Become a medieval alchemist in this card game. Brew deadly potions, discover ancient recipes, hire adventurers, and outwit the Inquisition. Transform your humble shack into an alchemical empire. No wands are required — just knowledge and wit.
Why similar: RPG 29%, Strategy 26.7%, Hand-drawn 26.7%, Fantasy 15.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%