- #1 Horizon Zero Dawn™ Remastered
97% matchVery Positive85% of 7,931 reviews2024
Dev: Guerrilla GamesPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Experience the critically acclaimed Horizon Zero Dawn™ with stunning new visuals and upgraded features. In a far future where colossal machines roam the Earth, pockets of humanity survive in unique tribes among the lush, overgrown ruins of our long-lost civilization.
Why similar: Stealth 16.2%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Third Person 14.6%, Open World 13.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features a strong female protagonist in a lush, sci-fi open world that emphasizes exploration and discovery.
- #2 Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition
96% matchVery Positive88% of 30,590 reviews2024
Dev: GuerrillaPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 29.7 hrsMean: 61.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Experience the epic Horizon Forbidden West™ in its entirety with bonus content and the Burning Shores expansion included. The Burning Shores add-on contains additional content for Aloy’s adventure, including new storylines, characters, and experiences in a stunning yet hazardous new area.
Why similar: Open World 19.1%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Third Person 11.1%, Exploration 10.2%, Action 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Expands on the open-world sci-fi adventure with improved traversal and combat mechanics similar to the spirit of Beyond Good & Evil.
- #3 Star Wars Outlaws
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 12,856 reviews2024
Dev: Massive Entertainment – A Ubisoft StudioPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 23.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars™ game and explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 14.8%, Third Person 14.6%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Open World 13.7%, Sci-fi 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines stealth, open-world exploration, and sci-fi themes with a focus on a charismatic protagonist navigating a dangerous galaxy.
- #4 Rise of the Tomb Raider™
95% matchVery Positive94% of 156,444 reviews2016
Dev: Crystal Dynamics
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.2 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration includes the base game and Season Pass featuring all-new content. Explore Croft Manor in the new “Blood Ties” story, then defend it against a zombie invasion in “Lara’s Nightmare”.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 13.6%, Stealth 13.2%, Adventure 12.8%, Third Person 12.6%, Action-Adventure 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the action-adventure focus with expanded exploration and environmental puzzles that feel rewarding to solve.
- #5 CONTROL Ultimate Edition
94% matchVery Positive86% of 65,087 reviews2020
Dev: Remedy Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Winner of over 80 awards, CONTROL is a visually stunning third-person action-adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.1%, Third Person 18.9%, Action 15.5%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Adventure 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi action-adventure with a powerful female lead that emphasizes exploration and uncovering the mysteries of a strange, shifting environment.
- #6 Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
94% matchVery Positive85% of 88,574 reviews2018
Dev: Eidos-MontréalPub: Crystal Dynamics
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 40.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
As Lara Croft races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, she must become the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.
Why similar: Stealth 17%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Third Person 12.6%, Adventure 12.3%, Open World 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a polished action-adventure experience with a heavy emphasis on exploration and ancient mysteries.
- #7 Tomb Raider Game of the Year
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 270,724 reviews2013
Dev: Crystal Dynamics
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Tomb Raider explores the intense origin story of Lara Croft and her ascent from a young woman to a hardened survivor.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.6%, Adventure 16.3%, Third Person 15.2%, Action 15.1%, Stealth 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: A definitive action-adventure experience featuring a female protagonist, exploration, and puzzle-solving in a dangerous setting.
- #8 Okami HD
92% matchVery Positive92% of 10,763 reviews2017
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.5%, Adventure 21.3%, Open World 15.6%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Story Rich 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the 'Zelda-like' structure of Beyond Good & Evil, focusing on exploration, unique abilities, and a vibrant, stylized world.
- #9 Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
91% matchVery Positive91% of 18,159 reviews2023
Dev: Insomniac GamesPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Blast your way through an interdimensional adventure with Ratchet and Clank – now on PC! Help them take on an evil emperor from another reality as you jump between action-packed worlds and beyond at hyper-speed!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 25.1%, Third Person 20.4%, Adventure 17.1%, Action 10.5%, Sci-fi 9%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality sci-fi action-adventure that captures the charm and platforming fun of classic genre staples.
- #10 Prince of Persia®
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,927 reviews2008
Dev: Ubisoft MontrealPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%
The critically acclaimed Prince of Persia® franchise returns for the first time on next-generation platforms with an all-new epic journey. Built by the same award-winning Ubisoft Montreal studio that created Assassin's Creed™, Prince of Persia has been in development for over three years to deliver a whole new action-adventure gaming...
Why similar: Action 24.4%, Third Person 23.5%, Adventure 22.8%, Exploration 9.3%, Open World 9%
Why You'll Like It: Features fluid parkour-based movement and a stylized world that emphasizes adventure and platforming.
- #11 Immortals Fenyx Rising
90% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,774 reviews2022
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Immortals Fenyx Rising brings grand mythological adventure to life. Play as Fenyx on a quest to save the Greek gods.
Why similar: Open World 18.6%, Action-Adventure 17.7%, Third Person 17.4%, Adventure 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world adventure that leans heavily into environmental puzzles and exploration within a mythological setting.
- #12 Psychonauts 2
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,528 reviews2021
Dev: Double Fine Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.9 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Combining quirky missions and mysterious conspiracies, Psychonauts 2 is a platform-adventure game with cinematic style and tons of customizable psychic powers.
Why similar: Third Person 23.4%, Action-Adventure 21.8%, Adventure 18.6%, Action 15.6%, Story Rich 15.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a quirky, imaginative world filled with platforming and narrative depth that mirrors the charm of Beyond Good & Evil.
- #13 Outcast - Second Contact
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,035 reviews2017
Dev: Appeal StudiosPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Outcast – Second Contact is the complete remake of the cult title which sparked the open world, action-adventure genre. Take off on an exploration of Adelpha, an alien world as beautiful as it is dangerous, where your heroic journey places the fate of two worlds in your hands.
Why similar: Open World 20.2%, Adventure 19.9%, Action 18.4%, Third Person 17.1%, Sci-fi 14.2%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world sci-fi adventure that shares the classic, exploratory DNA of the original Beyond Good & Evil.
- #14 Assassin’s Creed® Liberation HD
89% matchMixed54% of 3,297 reviews2014
Dev: Ubisoft SofiaPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Introducing Assassin’s Creed® Liberation HD, the striking chapter of the pre-American Revolution Assassin’s Creed saga which arrives for the first time on HD consoles and PC. With improved gameplay, a deeper story, and HD graphics, Liberation is an immersive and full Assassin’s Creed experience.The year is 1765.
Why similar: Stealth 26.6%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Open World 15.2%, Action 13%, Third Person 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features a female protagonist in an open-world setting with a strong emphasis on stealth and exploration.
- #15 ENSLAVED™: Odyssey to the West™ Premium Edition
87% matchVery Positive86% of 8,265 reviews2013
Dev: Ninja TheoryPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Follow a gripping, surprise-filled journey as two dissimilar characters form an uneasy partnership in order to survive through a perilous, post-apocalyptic America. 150 years in the future, war and destruction have left the world in ruins with few humans remaining and nature having reclaimed the world.
Why similar: Action 19.3%, Adventure 18.9%, Third Person 17.4%, Action-Adventure 17.4%, Sci-fi 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A character-driven sci-fi adventure that focuses on a strong partnership and exploration of a post-apocalyptic world.
- #16 Kena: Bridge of Spirits
85% matchVery Positive92% of 17,639 reviews2022
Dev: Ember Lab
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 21.6%, Female Protagonist 20.1%, Third Person 15.1%, Action 12.9%, Exploration 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game featuring a female protagonist, exploration, and charming world-building that feels reminiscent of classic adventures.
- #17 Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty
86% matchVery Positive86% of 3,671 reviews2015
Dev: Just Add Water (Developments), Ltd.Pub: Oddworld Inhabitants, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Built from scratch, enjoy breathtaking visuals, enhanced audio and improved, deeper gameplay as New 'n' Tasty reignites the original Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee using the latest next-generation technology.
Why similar: Adventure 36.4%, Stealth 30.4%, Action 21.6%, Sci-fi 5.9%, Singleplayer 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A quirky sci-fi adventure that blends stealth, puzzle-solving, and a unique, memorable world.
- #18 Tomb Raider: Anniversary
86% matchVery Positive82% of 7,440 reviews2007
Dev: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Tomb Raider: Anniversary retraces Lara Croft's original genre-defining adventure globe-trotting 3rd person action-adventure in pursuit of the legendary Scion artifact. Using an enhanced 'Tomb Raider: Legend' game engine, the graphics, technology and physics bring Lara's adventure and pursuit of a mystical artifact known only as the...
Why similar: Female Protagonist 23%, Third Person 20.4%, Action 18.9%, Adventure 18%, Action-Adventure 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic action-adventure title that emphasizes environmental puzzles and exploration.
- #19 Life is Strange Remastered
84% matchVery Positive92% of 11,246 reviews2022
Dev: Deck NinePub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 22.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience the BAFTA award-winning story of Life is Strange now beautifully remastered with enhanced visuals and vastly improved animation using mocap technology.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.5%, Third Person 23%, Story Rich 16.5%, Adventure 11%, Action 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven adventure that emphasizes character relationships and mystery-solving.
- #20 Fable Anniversary
84% matchVery Positive86% of 16,643 reviews2014
Dev: Lionhead StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
FOR EVERY CHOICE, A CONSEQUENCE.Fully re-mastered with HD visuals and audio, Fable Anniversary is a stunning rendition of the original game that will delight faithful fans and new players alike! The all new Heroic difficulty setting will test the mettle of even the most hardcore Fable fan.
Why similar: Open World 36.2%, Third Person 21.5%, Adventure 19.3%, Action 9.8%, Story Rich 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world fantasy adventure that prioritizes charm, exploration, and player choice.
- #21 Life is Strange: Before the Storm Remastered
82% matchVery Positive85% of 4,957 reviews2022
Dev: Deck NinePub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 25.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Life is Strange: Before the Storm returns with remastered visuals across characters & environments.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 34.6%, Third Person 24.8%, Action 14.6%, Story Rich 12.3%, Adventure 12%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the narrative focus on character development and emotional storytelling.
- #22 Tomb Raider: Legend
83% matchVery Positive88% of 6,164 reviews2007
Dev: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Follow Lara Croft down a path of discovery as she travels the globe to remote, exotic locales in search of one of history's greatest artifacts, that unleashes unwelcome figures from Lara's mysterious past.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 23.7%, Adventure 18.8%, Third Person 18.8%, Action 17.6%, Action-Adventure 12.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features the classic action-adventure formula with a focus on platforming and puzzle-solving.
- #23 Alice: Madness Returns
82% matchVery Positive91% of 31,074 reviews2011
Dev: Spicy Horse GamesPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Alice: Madness Returns is a third-person, single-player, action adventure platformer. Visit the grim reality of Victorian London and travel to the beautiful yet ghastly Wonderland to uncover the root of Alice's madness.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 23.5%, Action-Adventure 22.7%, Third Person 20.6%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric action-adventure with a female lead, platforming, and puzzle elements.
- #24 Stray
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 178,709 reviews2022
Dev: BlueTwelve StudioPub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Lost, alone and separated from family, a stray cat must untangle an ancient mystery to escape a long-forgotten cybercity and find their way home.
Why similar: Third Person 18.2%, Adventure 16.8%, Exploration 16.7%, Stealth 15.9%, Sci-fi 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi exploration game that uses a unique perspective to uncover the secrets of a mysterious, atmospheric city.
- #25 Syberia - Remastered
80% matchMostly Positive72% of 882 reviews2025
Dev: Virtuallyz GamingPub: Microids
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Rediscover the clockpunk universe of Benoît Sokal in this fully remastered version of the first Syberia game. Join Kate Walker and Oscar, a strange and charming automaton, in pursuit of the brilliant inventor Hans Voralberg, and embark on an adventure more immersive and poetic than ever.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.8%, Third Person 27.1%, Exploration 24.1%, Story Rich 9.5%, Adventure 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving with a compelling female protagonist in a unique, atmospheric world.
- #26 TUNIC
79% matchVery Positive91% of 18,686 reviews2022
Dev: TUNIC TeamPub: Finji
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Exploration 43.7%, Action-Adventure 41.9%, Action 14.4%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in exploration and discovery that captures the sense of mystery found in classic action-adventure games.
- #27 Dreamfall: The Longest Journey
81% matchVery Positive84% of 1,239 reviews2007
Dev: Funcom
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Dreamfall: The Longest Journey, winner of multiple E3 awards as the best game in its genre, is the continuation of a saga that began in the award-winning The Longest Journey, considered to be one of the finest adventure games ever made.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.1%, Adventure 24.7%, Third Person 17.3%, Sci-fi 12.8%, Story Rich 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich adventure featuring a female protagonist and a blend of sci-fi and fantasy elements.
- #28 The Longest Journey
81% matchVery Positive90% of 2,180 reviews2007
Dev: Funcom
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 51%
The Longest Journey is an amazing graphical adventure, where the player controls the protagonist, April Ryan, on her journey between parallel universes.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.2%, Adventure 31%, Story Rich 15.3%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Third Person 3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure game with a strong female lead and deep, immersive world-building.
- #29 METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER
76% matchVery Positive84% of 19,733 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A remake of the 2004 game METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER, with the same gripping story and engrossing world, now with all new graphics and 3D audio that enhance the jungle atmosphere. Get ready for the ultimate survival stealth action experience.
Why similar: Stealth 40.2%, Action-Adventure 15%, Action 12.3%, Third Person 10.5%, Story Rich 7.4%
- #30 Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft
77% matchVery Positive84% of 8,652 reviews2024
Dev: Aspyr
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Discover Lara Croft’s Original Adventures, Lovingly Restored – Now with New Challenge Mode
Why similar: Action-Adventure 21%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Third Person 15.2%, Exploration 13.9%, Action 11.6%
- #31 Mirror's Edge™
78% matchVery Positive88% of 39,389 reviews2009
Dev: DICEPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
In a city where information is heavily monitored, couriers called Runners transport sensitive data. In this seemingly utopian paradise, a crime has been committed, & you are being hunted. You are a Runner called Faith and this innovative first-person action-adventure is your story.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 33.6%, Female Protagonist 20.1%, Exploration 16.1%, Action 11.1%, Sci-fi 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fluid movement, stealth, and a strong female lead in a stylized, futuristic setting.
- #32 Blue Fire
78% matchVery Positive81% of 3,113 reviews2021
Dev: Robi StudiosPub: Graffiti Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 30.6%, Exploration 22%, Third Person 21.4%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines action-adventure with challenging platforming and exploration in a mysterious, stylized world.
- #33 Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered
75% matchVery Positive87% of 1,816 reviews2025
Dev: Aspyr
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Her legacy lives on! Play the next series of Tomb Raider adventures in this remastered collection of Lara Croft's darkest adventures.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.7%, Third Person 21.1%, Exploration 14.8%, Action 14.5%, Adventure 13.6%
- #34 Horizon Zero Dawn™ Complete Edition
75% matchVery Positive88% of 128,328 reviews2020
Dev: GuerrillaPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Experience Aloy’s legendary quest to unravel the mysteries of a future Earth ruled by Machines. Use devastating tactical attacks against your prey and explore a majestic open world in this award-winning action RPG!
Why similar: Open World 20.7%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Adventure 10.8%, Third Person 10.5%, Action 8.7%
- #35 Tomb Raider: Underworld
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,939 reviews2008
Dev: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Tomb Raider: Underworld represents a new advancement in exploration-based gameplay. As fearless adventurer Lara Croft explore exotic locations around the world, each designed with an incredible attention to detail resulting in breathtaking high-definition visual fidelity that creates a truly believable world and delivers a new level of...
Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.2%, Adventure 19%, Third Person 18.6%, Action 16.7%, Action-Adventure 12.1%
- #36 South of Midnight
71% matchVery Positive94% of 4,787 reviews2025
Dev: Compulsion Games
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
South of Midnight is a new action-adventure from Compulsion Games. Explore the mythos and confront mysterious creatures of the Deep South in this modern folktale while learning to weave an ancient power to surmount obstacles and unravel your family’s hidden past.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 25.8%, Female Protagonist 24.5%, Third Person 19.3%, Adventure 9.3%, Story Rich 9%
- #37 Grim Fandango Remastered
74% matchVery Positive91% of 8,951 reviews2015
Dev: Double Fine Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
One of the most acclaimed adventure games of all time is now back, better than ever. Grim Fandango Remastered has the all the beautiful art and engaging story fans remember, but has also been remastered to look, sound, and control even better than the award-winning original release.
Why similar: Adventure 55.7%, Story Rich 26.1%, Third Person 11.6%, Singleplayer 6.6%
- #38 Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy Remastered
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 8,910 reviews2015
Dev: Quantic Dream
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Fahrenheit (known as Indigo Prophecy in North America) was a breakthrough in interactive narrative. This newly remastered edition features updated textures in HD, expanded controller support, and is based on the uncut and uncensored international version of the game.
Why similar: Story Rich 34.1%, Adventure 33.1%, Action 15.4%, Female Protagonist 11%, Singleplayer 6.4%
- #39 Shenmue I & II
72% matchVery Positive89% of 3,268 reviews2018
Dev: D3TPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
SEGA®’s most requested re-release of all time finally comes to a new generation. Shenmue delivers an epic story of revenge within a unique open world that is still unrivalled in depth and detail. Return to the epic saga that defined modern gaming. The saga begins…again.
Why similar: Open World 34%, Adventure 23.5%, Action 18.1%, Story Rich 13.8%, Third Person 7.4%
- #40 Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition
70% matchVery Positive91% of 67,570 reviews2021
Dev: BioWarePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 52.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition includes single-player base content and over 40 DLC from the highly acclaimed Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2, and Mass Effect 3 games, including promo weapons, armors, and packs — remastered and optimized for 4K Ultra HD.
Why similar: Sci-fi 34.5%, Story Rich 22.5%, Action 19.3%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Singleplayer 6%
- #41 Outcast 1.1
73% matchVery Positive89% of 617 reviews2014
Dev: Fresh3DPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Outcast 1.1 is an enhanced version of the critically acclaimed action-adventure game developed in 1999 by Appeal for the PC.
Why similar: Third Person 26.3%, Open World 22.3%, Adventure 20.7%, Action 20.4%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #42 GRANDIA HD Remaster
72% matchVery Positive90% of 1,794 reviews2019
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., LtdPub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
GRANDIA HD Remaster brings enhanced visuals to both gameplay and cinematic videos.
Why similar: Adventure 96.5%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #43 Halo: Campaign Evolved
70% matchMixed61% of 13,790 reviews2026
Dev: Halo StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Halo: Campaign Evolved is a faithful yet modernized remake of Halo: Combat Evolved’s campaign, rebuilt from the ground up.
Why similar: Action 34.4%, Sci-fi 33.6%, Adventure 15.3%, Story Rich 9.7%, Singleplayer 7%
- #44 Yooka-Replaylee
69% matchVery Positive93% of 1,118 reviews2025
Dev: Playtonic GamesPub: PM Studios, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Embark on an epic 3D platforming collectathon adventure with Yooka and Laylee! Yooka-Replaylee is packed with new moves, more story, exciting challenges, hidden secrets, and more than double the collectibles to uncover. Can you help them rescue the world’s biggest treasure?
Why similar: Third Person 24.2%, Female Protagonist 23.9%, Exploration 19.9%, Open World 19.3%, Action 12.7%
- #45 Scars Above
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,639 reviews2023
Dev: Mad Head GamesPub: Prime Matter
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Scars Above is a challenging sci-fi third-person action adventure shooter combining the rewarding feel of overcoming difficulty with a compelling and intricate story, set in a mysterious alien world to explore.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.7%, Action 14.2%, Sci-fi 13.2%, Action-Adventure 13%, Adventure 13%
- #46 Saints Row®: The Third™ Remastered
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,829 reviews2021
Dev: Deep Silver VolitionPub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The Full Package, Remastered – With enhanced graphics, improved lighting, reworked environments, and visual effects, Steelport and The Third Street Saints have never looked so good.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 22.6%, Open World 20.6%, Third Person 18.3%, Action 14.5%, Adventure 13.3%
- #47 The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 70,414 reviews2025
Dev: Bethesda Game StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Explore Cyrodiil like never before with stunning new visuals and refined gameplay in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion™ Remastered.
Why similar: Open World 27%, Exploration 16.7%, Third Person 16.5%, Adventure 13.7%, Action-Adventure 11.9%
- #48 The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 5,517 reviews2023
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Private Division
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition is the ultimate way to play the award-winning RPG from Obsidian Entertainment and Private Division. Including the base game and all DLC, this remastered masterpiece is the absolute best version of The Outer Worlds.
Why similar: Action 23%, Exploration 22.7%, Adventure 20.6%, Sci-fi 18.5%, Female Protagonist 13.8%
- #49 Legend of Kay Anniversary
73% matchMixed70% of 357 reviews2015
Dev: KAIKOPub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
10 years after its initial release, Legend of Kay - Anniversary is a thoroughly remastered version of the original game: high-resolution textures; new, more detailed character models; modern rendering techniques and crystal-clear surround sound give this great classic a new shine.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 34.1%, Action 31.4%, Adventure 30.3%, Singleplayer 4.2%
- #50 The Last of Us™ Part II Remastered
66% matchVery Positive91% of 56,104 reviews2025
Dev: Naughty Dog LLCPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 29.4 hrsMean: 39.9 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Experience the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, now on PC. Discover Ellie and Abby’s story with graphical enhancements, gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, and more.
Why similar: Stealth 26.6%, Action-Adventure 19.6%, Third Person 17.5%, Action 10%, Story Rich 9.7%
- #51 Outcast - A New Beginning
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,734 reviews2024
Dev: Appeal StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore the breathtaking alien world of Adelpha, support the local Talans in their struggles and fight your way through fast-paced battles against invading robot forces in this 3rd-person, open world, action adventure sequel to the 1999 cult classic.
Why similar: Open World 27.4%, Action-Adventure 21.4%, Action 19.9%, Third Person 19%, Sci-fi 9.9%
- #52 FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE
69% matchVery Positive89% of 10,308 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 51.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.
Why similar: Open World 28.7%, Story Rich 15%, Exploration 14.9%, Adventure 14%, Third Person 9.4%
- #53 Fear Effect
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 98 reviews2025
Dev: Implicit ConversionsPub: Limited Run Games
Windows
Fear Effect, the pioneering cel-shaded cinematic action game, returns!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 34.1%, Female Protagonist 32.2%, Action 21%, Adventure 12.7%
- #54 Tony Hawk's™ Pro Skater™ 1 + 2
67% matchVery Positive91% of 4,675 reviews2023
Dev: Vicarious VisionsPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Play the fully-remastered Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™ & Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™ 2 games in one epic collection, rebuilt from the ground up in incredible HD.
Why similar: Third Person 79.7%, Singleplayer 20.3%
- #55 STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 86,546 reviews2023
Dev: RespawnPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 20.1 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The story of Cal Kestis continues in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™, a galaxy-spanning, third-person, action-adventure game.
Why similar: Third Person 17.6%, Action-Adventure 16.2%, Open World 15.8%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Action 11.9%
- #56 Tomba! Special Edition
66% matchVery Positive89% of 795 reviews2024
Dev: Limited Run Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%
In Tomba! Special Edition, leap, bite, and throw your way across stunning 2.5D landscapes in this vastly-enhanced update to a platforming classic!
Why similar: Action 71.7%, Exploration 10.6%, Adventure 9.9%, Singleplayer 7.8%
- #57 Little Big Adventure – Twinsen’s Quest
65% matchVery Positive89% of 816 reviews2024
Dev: [2.21]
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Step into Twinsun's fantastical world in this action-adventure remake! Little Big Adventure - Twinsen's Quest brings brand new visuals, new music by the original composer, and smoother gameplay to the iconic classic released back in 1994.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 28.7%, Exploration 21.5%, Action 13.7%, Adventure 12.3%, Open World 11.4%
- #58 Echoes of the End: Enhanced Edition
64% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,999 reviews2025
Dev: Myrkur GamesPub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Embark on a perilous journey to rescue your brother and prevent a looming war. Harness the power of devastating magical abilities to conquer enemies, traverse treacherous landscapes, and unveil the hidden history of Aema.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 26.6%, Third Person 22.7%, Female Protagonist 22.3%, Adventure 11.7%, Story Rich 7.7%