Games Like BLACKTAIL

From the creators of ABZÛ, The Pathless is the mythic adventure of an archer and an eagle in a vast forest. Become the Hunter, a master of archery who travels to a mystical island to dispel a curse of darkness that grips the world.

Why similar: Archery 51.3% ★, Open World 10.4%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Story Rich 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: Features fluid, archery-focused movement and exploration in a vast, myth-inspired open world.

From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness. Set in the Viking age, a broken Celtic warrior embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover.

Why similar: Mythology 38.5%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Story Rich 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Atmospheric 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the same intense, atmospheric, and psychological storytelling centered on a female protagonist in a mythological setting.

“Black Book” is a dark RPG Adventure, based on Slavic myths, in which you play as a young sorceress. Fight evil forces in card-based battles and explore the world, where humans live alongside mythological creatures.

Why similar: Mythology 36.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Open World 13%, Female Protagonist 13%, Choices Matter 11%

Why You'll Like It: Deeply rooted in Slavic mythology and folklore, providing a dark, narrative-heavy experience similar to the themes in BLACKTAIL.

You are Geralt of Rivia, mercenary monster slayer. Before you stands a war-torn, monster-infested continent you can explore at will. Your current contract? Tracking down Ciri — the Child of Prophecy, a living weapon that can alter the shape of the world.

Why similar: Open World 31.1%, Story Rich 15.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Choices Matter 10.4%, Action RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive experience for players seeking deep immersion in Slavic folklore and dark fantasy storytelling.

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 28.3%, Female Protagonist 26.8%, Exploration 14.7%, Atmospheric 11.8%, Story Rich 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a beautiful yet dark action-adventure experience with a strong focus on exploration and a female lead.

Witchfire is a first-person dark fantasy RPG shooter in which you play as a wicked sinner turned witch hunter on his final mission to reach salvation.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 32%, Action RPG 20.6%, FPS 18.6%, First-Person 13.2%, Exploration 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy first-person shooter that blends archery-like precision with magic and roguelite elements.

An adventure game based on the Russian folktale "Vasilisa the Beautiful". A scary story about the journey to the mistress of the forbidden forest for magical powers.

Why similar: Mythology 44.4%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Atmospheric 10.7%, Female Protagonist 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Directly explores the same Baba Yaga folklore with a hand-drawn, atmospheric, and dark aesthetic.

Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Medieval 15.4%, Exploration 13.5%, Atmospheric 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a highly cinematic, story-rich experience with dark, oppressive themes and exploration.

Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.2%, Open World 19%, Action RPG 11.5%, First-Person 9.2%, Choices Matter 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person open-world RPG that excels at dark fantasy atmosphere and exploration.

Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.3%, Action RPG 17.1%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Choices Matter 13.5%, Story Rich 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong focus on lore-rich storytelling, moral choices, and atmospheric dark fantasy combat.

Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.

Why similar: Mythology 49.4%, Action RPG 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Story Rich 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-fidelity action-RPG experience deeply grounded in rich, ancient mythology.

Wytchwood is a crafting adventure game set in a land of gothic fables and fairytales. As the old witch of the woods, explore a strange countryside, collect magic ingredients, brew sorcerous spells, and pass judgement upon a capricious cast of characters.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 29.3%, Female Protagonist 19%, Story Rich 17.1%, Exploration 12.6%, Atmospheric 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A crafting-heavy, story-rich exploration game that captures the essence of dark, fairy-tale witchcraft.

A heavy metal horror game where you hunt monsters from folklore in an open world. Discover enhanced sense powers, elemental arrows, magic and journals from people who came before you. Almost all of the UI exists in the world itself. Created by one of the developers of Skyrim and Fallout.

Why similar: Archery 44% ★, Mythology 20%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Open World 8.2%, FPS 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person open-world game that emphasizes archery and hunting in a dark, atmospheric environment.

Embark on a journey full of danger in this action RPG, inspired by Greek and Roman mythologies. Explore the breathtaking city of Aphes and forge your way through legions of unique foes and mythical bosses to discover the truth behind the city’s curse.

Why similar: Mythology 29.5%, Action RPG 14%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Story Rich 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game with a female lead that emphasizes exploration and mythological combat.

Immortals Fenyx Rising brings grand mythological adventure to life. Play as Fenyx on a quest to save the Greek gods.

Why similar: Mythology 37.3%, Open World 17.1%, Action RPG 12.1%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Female Protagonist 7%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant open-world adventure that draws heavily from mythological legends and puzzle-solving.

Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.

Why similar: Mythology 31%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Open World 13.2%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Female Protagonist 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines archery and survival mechanics with large-scale exploration in a cold, atmospheric world.

Play as Ivan, a one-handed blacksmith with incredibly bad luck, who must take on the impossible tasks given to him by the tzar. All the while the mysterious witch, Baba Yaga, watches over Ivan's fate.

Why similar: Mythology 32.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Action RPG 12.5%, Story Rich 9.6%, Choices Matter 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming yet dark action-RPG that draws directly from Slavic folklore and moral decision-making.

Engage in a core roleplaying experience, and forge the destiny of a new world seeping with magic, and filled with riches, lost secrets, and fantastic creatures. With diplomacy, deception and force, become part of a living, evolving world - influence its course and shape your story.

Why similar: Open World 31.1%, Choices Matter 19.2%, Story Rich 14.9%, Action RPG 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on player choices and exploration within a unique, fantasy-infused setting.

Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 24.8%, Action RPG 17.4%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Story Rich 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a powerful female protagonist in a dark, spectacle-filled action-adventure setting.

Play the odds in Lost in Random™, a gothic-fairy-tale-inspired action-adventure where every citizen’s fate is determined by a roll of the dice.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 21.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action RPG 13.6%, Story Rich 13.2%, Exploration 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: Captures a distinct, gothic fairy-tale aesthetic with a focus on dark, imaginative storytelling.

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 21.5%, Female Protagonist 20.7%, Surreal 18.4%, Story Rich 16.6%, Atmospheric 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure title featuring a female protagonist and a heavy focus on magical, folklore-inspired storytelling.

Forspoken follows the journey of Frey, a young New Yorker transported to the beautiful and cruel land of Athia. In search of a way home, Frey must use her newfound magical abilities to traverse sprawling landscapes and battle monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Open World 27%, Action RPG 20.6%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Exploration 12.2%, Story Rich 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world action game featuring a female protagonist with magical abilities and high-speed traversal.

Lead Abby the string puppet through a bruised, but beautiful fairy tale world in this cinematic adventure. Solve riddles, evade traps and shake off pursuers on the way to find freedom. Can Abby take control of her fate with all the strings attached?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 23.5%, Story Rich 21.2%, Medieval 20.2%, Atmospheric 16.3%, Exploration 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that delivers a dark, atmospheric fairy-tale narrative.

Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.

Why similar: Open World 36.9%, Dark Fantasy 21.3%, Action RPG 18.7%, Exploration 6.4%, Story Rich 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers robust archery mechanics within a dark, sprawling open world filled with mythological beasts.

Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 24.9%, Open World 21.2%, Story Rich 11.8%, First-Person 10.9%, Exploration 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person open-world RPG that leans into dark, surreal fantasy and exploration.

Testament is a first-person single-player action-adventure game with bits of RPG and metroidvania elements set in a post-apocalyptic fantasy world. It offers a mixed combat with different possibilities and combination by sword, spells and bow while it is rich with platforming and puzzles.

Why similar: Archery 42.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action RPG 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, First-Person 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person action-adventure game that blends magic and swordplay in a fantasy setting.

THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FANTASY ACTION RPG. Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 36.7%, Open World 31.9%, Action RPG 19.7%, Atmospheric 7.1%, Action 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for dark fantasy open-world exploration and mythological depth.

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 40.5%, Action RPG 26.1%, Atmospheric 12.9%, Medieval 12.8%, Action 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action game that focuses on fast-paced combat and atmospheric world-building.

Enter a world of Slavic myth and medieval adventure. As a young bogatyr, journey to the Thrice-Nine Kingdom, challenge Koschei the Deathless, and save your immortal soul in Bylina – an epic action-adventure rooted in Slavic folklore, with a heavy focus on skill-based combat.

Why similar: Mythology 34.4%, Dark Humor 13.1%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Action RPG 12.1%, Medieval 9.9%

Gord is a single-player adventure strategy. To survive, you must build, but to prevail, you must conquer the darkness beyond the gates. In this dark fantasy world, you must complete quests while managing a populace whose personal stories and well-being decide the fate of your tribe.

Why similar: Mythology 41%, Dark Fantasy 23.6%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Atmospheric 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy game that integrates dark Slavic mythology and folklore into its core gameplay loop.

YAR: Forgotten Throne is a story-driven open-world RPG. Choose the path of a Warrior, Volkhv, or Archer, and journey to the lands of Borea to uncover what is poisoning the forests and wildlife with darkness.

Why similar: Mythology 33.1%, Open World 17.8%, Action RPG 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Choices Matter 12%

Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 47.3%, Action RPG 19.9%, Open World 15.9%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a grim, atmospheric dark fantasy world that rewards careful exploration.

Awaken as a soul from the Underworld. Discover who you are and explore an ever-changing open world full of mystery. Battle beasts and gods, or forge alliances with them. Die and be reborn in this adventure.

Why similar: Mythology 33.3%, Open World 15.1%, Action RPG 11.7%, Choices Matter 11.3%, Story Rich 8.2%

Asurya’s Embers is a 1st-person, single-player, bow-and-arrow shooter set in an ancient Himalayan village plagued by an environmental disaster. Find safety in the shadows from the blazing heat waves as Dawa, a bow-wielding hero who protects her village from the vengeful sun god, Asurya.

Why similar: Archery 62.6% ★, Female Protagonist 9.8%, FPS 9.3%, First-Person 6.9%, Atmospheric 5.1%

Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.5%, Medieval 16.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Choices Matter 11.2%, Atmospheric 10.4%

From games studio A44, makers of Ashen, comes an explosive Souls-lite, where Gods and guns collide in a battle for the future of humanity.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.1%, Action RPG 18.9%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Story Rich 11.1%

Level up the magical assistant doll Vasilisa the Beautiful from the famous fairy tale, who fights evil spirits at night, so that later the path to Baba Yaga will be easier!

Why similar: Mythology 39.9%, Action-Adventure 24.8%, Exploration 14.6%, Atmospheric 10.6%, Action 5.5%

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 29.4%, Action RPG 21.8%, First-Person 14.6%, Medieval 10.8%, Atmospheric 9.5%

Batora: Lost Haven® is a choice-driven isometric action adventure with RPG elements and a unique duality system affecting combat, story, dialogues, puzzles, and endings, that will make you question the meaning of sacrifice.

Why similar: Action RPG 19.4%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Story Rich 13.6%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Choices Matter 12.4%

Channel your inner witch! Build your cozy chicken-legged hut, practice witchcraft, and forage for ingredients in autumnal woodlands. Solve quests & uncover the great mysteries of the legendary witch Baba Jaga…

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 31.2%, Open World 24.8%, Story Rich 15.4%, Exploration 13.1%, Atmospheric 12.6%

A narrative-driven exploration game where your choices shape the outcome as you traverse an ancient temple and confront the fate of an Old God's eternal slumber.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 27.9%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, First-Person 12.7%, Atmospheric 10.6%, Choices Matter 10.3%

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a soulslike, action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty, plagued with warring factions and a mysterious illness spawning monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Action RPG 17.2%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Open World 14.5%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

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 31.6%, Female Protagonist 27.3%, Story Rich 20.5%, Atmospheric 14.4%, Singleplayer 4%

Darkwood - a new perspective on survival horror. Scavenge and explore a rich, ever-changing free-roam world by day, then hunker down in your hideout and pray for the morning light.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20%, Open World 16.6%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Choices Matter 11.9%, Story Rich 10.9%

Trail of Ayash is an innovative and exciting open world game focused on the indigenous people, their struggles. Our world is a unique version of the lands dominated by the myths and legends of Its Inhabitants. Various tribes interact with one another, engaging in diplomacy, war, and expansion.

Why similar: Open World 34.1%, Action RPG 29.5%, Exploration 14.8%, Atmospheric 13.5%, Action 4.7%

Cervus Blade is an enchanting third-person action adventure game that takes players on an epic journey through a deer-worship desert world. Engage in high-octane combat, testing your skills in challenging encounters, unleash the power of the Blade and become a legend in this captivating adventure.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 45.9%, Action RPG 19.2%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Action 6.5%

Breath of Life - a dark third-person action RPG. You are an Incarnation, born from the Void to tread where the dead cannot rest. Each portal is a step toward the artifact "Breath of Life" and a step deeper into the abyss.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.5%, Action RPG 20.3%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Action-Adventure 18.4%, Atmospheric 8.9%

Emotional, 3rd-person, story-driven, adventure game focused on solving puzzles and using stealth mechanics. Use your bow to interact with environmental elements. Sneak, climb or distract guards to move further unnoticed. Solve light puzzles alongside your path to rescue your loved one.

Why similar: Archery 49.4% ★, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Story Rich 8.7%, Exploration 7.8%

This is the story of a young girl and her magical adventure.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 22.3%, Action-Adventure 21.5%, Exploration 13.2%, Atmospheric 9.5%

The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without.

Why similar: Mythology 33.9%, Action-Adventure 24.9%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Story Rich 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%

Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.

Why similar: Mythology 42.5%, Dark Fantasy 22.3%, Atmospheric 9.4%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Story Rich 8.3%

Embark on a gripping journey in INDUSTRIA, an atmospheric FPS set in Cold War-era East Berlin. Unravel the secrets of a mysterious parallel dimension while searching for a missing colleague. Explore a haunting reality where the truth awaits. Discover the dark past that lies beyond.

Why similar: Surreal 22.1%, FPS 16.9%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Story Rich 14.9%, First-Person 11.8%

Witch Hunt is a challenging horror themed hunting game that takes place in the 18th century. Main focus of the game is on exploration, non-linearity, and atmosphere.

Why similar: Open World 31.7%, FPS 18.8%, Atmospheric 15.9%, First-Person 13.8%, Exploration 11.6%

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 20.9%, Open World 19.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Choices Matter 13.8%, Exploration 12%

An embroidered dark medieval folk tale. While life in a seemingly ordinary village is all about simple chores and idle gossip, sinister secrets hide below.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.1%, Action-Adventure 17.9%, Story Rich 17%, Medieval 16.5%, Exploration 12.1%

A dark history comes calling in this "African Mythology meets Survival-Horror and Souls-like" experience! You play as the soldier who mysteriously ends up in a supernatural realm, of which her only way out is to partake in an ancient ritual... or so she believes.

Why similar: Mythology 28.2%, Action-Adventure 22.2%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Story Rich 15.2%, Atmospheric 11%

Witching Hour is a horror story that takes you out of your family home and across the quiet town of Hollow Hills. Your fate depends on making difficult choices, your relationship with your family, and confrontations with the matriarch of the town’s affliction with witchcraft, Lucilia.

Why similar: Surreal 25.7%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, FPS 14.6%, Story Rich 13.7%, Exploration 12.9%

Lady Ligeia, the legendary and magnificent witch, welcome to the House of Usher. Roderick Usher is scheming to resurrect the wicked witch Lenore. We are in dire need of your great Machina magic. Please save us.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30.8%, Action RPG 24.8%, Female Protagonist 22.4%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, Action 2.8%

Shape your fears… Fear the shapes. Embark on a journey where you face your worst fears and are confronted with the emotional impact of your actions in this narrative adventure game with puzzles, stealth and action.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28%, Action-Adventure 19.6%, Story Rich 17.4%, Exploration 16%, Multiple Endings 11%