- #1 Eastern Exorcist
97% matchVery Positive84% of 6,714 reviews2021
Dev: Wildfire Game(无锡野火数字科技有限公司)
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.5%, Side Scroller 24.5%, RPG 11.9%, Action 10.5%, Adventure 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game shares the beautiful traditional Chinese art style and focuses on intense 2D side-scrolling combat against mythological foes.
- #2 The Vagrant
96% matchVery Positive90% of 8,552 reviews2018
Dev: O.T.K GamesPub: SakuraGame
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?
Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.2%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Action 8.8%, RPG 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A highly similar 2D hack-and-slash experience featuring a strong female lead and fluid combat mechanics.
- #3 Nine Sols
95% matchVery Positive95% of 38,824 reviews2024
Dev: RedCandleGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
Why similar: Action 37.7%, 2D 23.8%, Adventure 21.2%, Indie 17.3%
Why You'll Like It: A masterfully crafted 2D action game featuring a unique 'Taopunk' aesthetic that perfectly captures the Chinese-inspired atmosphere of Bladed Fury.
- #4 ICEY
96% matchVery Positive90% of 27,487 reviews2016
Dev: FantaBlade NetworkPub: XD
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
ICEY is a 2D side-scrolling action game and a META game in disguise. As you follow the narrator's omnipresent voice, you will see through ICEY's eyes and learn the truth about her world. The narrator will constantly urge you in one direction, but you must ask, "Why? Why am I following his directions?“ Obey? Rebel?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.8%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Action 12.2%, RPG 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game with a female protagonist that emphasizes stylish combos and meta-narrative elements.
- #5 F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
94% matchVery Positive87% of 6,949 reviews2021
Dev: TiGamesPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.
Why similar: Action 50.8%, Adventure 34.2%, Indie 15.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct diesel-punk aesthetic inspired by Chinese urban landscapes with fast-paced, satisfying 2D combat.
- #6 Rain Blood Chronicles: Mirage
94% matchMostly Positive70% of 176 reviews2013
Pub: Origo Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Told as a “Wuxia” story, which literally means "martial hero", Mirage captures the essence of a broad genre of Chinese fiction concerning the adventures of martial artists. Shrouded in secrecy, an organization of assassins wreak havoc on the local populace.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 48.4%, Action 23.9%, Indie 11.6%, Adventure 10.1%, 2D 6%
Why You'll Like It: An indie 2D side-scroller that captures a similar dark, martial-arts-focused atmosphere with fluid hack-and-slash gameplay.
- #7 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
92% matchVery Positive94% of 43,849 reviews2021
Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 59.5%, 2D 10.3%, Action 8.6%, Action RPG 8.2%, Indie 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful 2D action game featuring a female protagonist and a melancholic, atmospheric world.
- #8 Minoria
93% matchVery Positive81% of 2,592 reviews2019
Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.9%, Hack and Slash 19.1%, Action 15.3%, Anime 8.3%, Indie 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Momodora, this game offers polished 2D action with a strong female lead and religious-themed fantasy.
- #9 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
91% matchVery Positive93% of 40,867 reviews2019
Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.6%, Side Scroller 23.3%, RPG 16.4%, Action 12.6%, Anime 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A definitive 2D action-RPG experience that features a female protagonist and deep combat customization.
- #10 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
91% matchVery Positive93% of 11,587 reviews2016
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
Why similar: Side Scroller 38.8%, Female Protagonist 32.6%, Action 12.9%, 2D 8.4%, Anime 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tight, responsive 2D action-platformer that shares the focus on precise combat and exploration with a female protagonist.
- #11 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
90% matchVery Positive93% of 7,196 reviews2021
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.6%, RPG 14.4%, Beat 'em up 13.8%, Action 11.4%, Anime 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality 2D action game featuring a iconic female protagonist and fluid, satisfying combat mechanics.
- #12 Lost Ruins
89% matchVery Positive85% of 5,651 reviews2021
Dev: ALTARI GAMESPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.9%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Action 13.3%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Anime 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling action game with a female protagonist that emphasizes strategic combat and environmental interaction.
- #13 Afterimage
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.5%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, RPG 8.1%, Action RPG 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A massive 2D action-adventure game with a female protagonist and a vibrant, hand-drawn art style.
- #14 Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune
88% matchVery Positive83% of 2,004 reviews2024
Dev: IceSitruuna
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.6%, Side Scroller 23.7%, Female Protagonist 21.3%, RPG 9%, Action 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG featuring a female protagonist and a heavy focus on combo-based combat and exploration.
- #15 Dusk Diver 酉閃町
87% matchVery Positive85% of 749 reviews2019
Dev: WANIN International
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dusk Diver is an anime style beat-em-up action game. You will be playing as Yumo, an ordinary high school girl, to fight with the Guardians against those Phantoms who dare to enter the realm of men.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.5%, RPG 20.5%, Action 18.9%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Adventure 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy game featuring a female protagonist set in a stylized urban environment.
- #16 Dust: An Elysian Tail
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,936 reviews2013
Dev: Humble Hearts LLCPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Hack and Slash 22.5%, Action 16%, RPG 15%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Beat 'em up 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful hand-drawn art and fast-paced hack-and-slash combat that feels very similar to the flow of Bladed Fury.
- #17 Heroine Anthem Zero 2 : Scalescars Oath
86% matchVery Positive82% of 785 reviews2022
Dev: WindThunder StudioPub: Skywalker HK
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 51%
ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.7%, Female Protagonist 21%, Side Scroller 19.2%, RPG 10.1%, Anime 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling RPG with a female lead and a focus on narrative-driven action.
- #18 HunterX
85% matchVery Positive84% of 719 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 24%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action 10%, RPG 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG with a female protagonist that emphasizes challenging boss encounters and varied combat styles.
- #19 Touhou Luna Nights
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,634 reviews2019
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.4%, Female Protagonist 24.7%, RPG 12.5%, Action 9.1%, Anime 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A stylish 2D action game with a female lead that focuses on unique time-manipulation mechanics and fluid movement.
- #20 Katana ZERO
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,545 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 45%, Action 20.1%, Violent 19.1%, Indie 8%, 2D 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A hyper-kinetic 2D action game that shares the focus on precision, speed, and lethal swordplay.
- #21 DEAD OR SCHOOL
84% matchVery Positive84% of 2,800 reviews2019
Dev: Studio Nanafushi
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Underground dwelling girl Hisako is aiming for the surface in a zombie infested Tokyo. Hack and slash RPG! Obtain weapons and gear from enemies, and customize your skill tree to create your own unique and powerful a character!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.9%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Action 10.8%, Anime 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game with a female protagonist that mixes melee and ranged combat in a post-apocalyptic setting.
- #22 Zengeon
83% matchMixed66% of 1,571 reviews2019
Dev: IndieLeague StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Zengeon is an anime infused Action RPG and Roguelite with a selection of unique characters and varying play-styles. Slaughter your way through demonic hordes and colossal bosses with hundreds of combination and skill possibilities!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.1%, RPG 16.9%, Action 15.7%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Adventure 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike with a distinct aesthetic and a variety of characters that focus on fast-paced combat.
- #23 Blasphemous
81% matchVery Positive90% of 62,190 reviews2019
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Why similar: Violent 31.3%, Side Scroller 23.5%, Action 14.9%, 2D 12.9%, Indie 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: While darker in tone, this game provides the same level of violent, high-stakes 2D side-scrolling action.
- #24 Bright Memory
80% matchVery Positive90% of 32,983 reviews2020
Dev: FYQD-Studio
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Bright Memory is a lightning-fast fusion of the FPS and action genres, created by one-man development studio FYQD using Unreal Engine. Combine a wide variety of skills and abilities to unleash dazzling combo attacks.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.7%, Female Protagonist 27.7%, Action 10.2%, Violent 7.3%, Adventure 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Though a first-person shooter, it features a female protagonist and a heavy emphasis on melee sword combos.
- #25 Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae
82% matchVery Positive80% of 3,403 reviews2014
Dev: Zenith BluePub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Take on the role of a warrior maiden forced to hunt down her best friend, who has stolen a sacred demon blade. Immerse yourself in the tale of a deadly feud between two old friends and the demonic sword tearing them apart―told through high-speed action!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 44.7%, Female Protagonist 30.2%, Beat 'em up 9%, Anime 8.8%, Action 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focused entirely on high-speed sword combat with a female lead, mirroring the hack-and-slash core of Bladed Fury.
- #26 Dead Cells
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 178,807 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 57.3%, Action 15.6%, Adventure 13.1%, 2D 10.7%, Indie 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for fluid 2D action, offering endless replayability and intense combat scenarios.
- #27 SMASHING THE BATTLE
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 573 reviews2016
Dev: Action Square(Studio HG)Pub: ACTION SQUARE
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In the year 2085, a huge multiplex construction site becomes a victim of a massive-scale hacking incident. Due to the hack, the construction robots start to attack the workers onsite.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.5%, Female Protagonist 27.9%, Action 14.1%, Anime 8.8%, Indie 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated hack-and-slash game featuring female protagonists and arcade-style combat intensity.
- #28 Epic Conquest 2
79% matchVery Positive83% of 409 reviews2020
Dev: Gaco Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 54%
An Action RPG inspired by the classics, with special touch in the game mechanics and anime-style story telling!
Why similar: RPG 24.8%, Hack and Slash 21.2%, Action 19.5%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Indie 10%
Why You'll Like It: An indie action-RPG with a female protagonist that emphasizes character building and hack-and-slash combat.
- #29 Guacamelee! 2
78% matchVery Positive91% of 3,294 reviews2018
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!
Why similar: Side Scroller 40.1%, Beat 'em up 19.5%, Action 17.8%, Adventure 11.6%, 2D 11%
Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly fluid combat and platforming, emphasizing combo chains that feel rewarding to execute.
- #30 嗜血印 Bloody Spell
75% matchVery Positive90% of 38,385 reviews2022
Dev: 艺龙游戏
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
This is a martial arts action role-playing game. The core of the game is battle-oriented, and it combines many fighting elements. If you are a player who pursues blood and is brave enough to challenge the limits, it will definitely inspire your adrenaline and bring you the best combat experience.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.1%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Violent 13.6%, RPG 9.6%, Action 8.2%
- #31 Code of Princess
79% matchMixed56% of 328 reviews2016
Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Code of Princess offers players an exciting yet unconventional experience, deftly blending the combo-heavy fighting gameplay of beat ‘em ups with the stat-boosting character customization of RPGs.
Why similar: RPG 23.6%, Action 21.2%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Adventure 12.7%, Beat 'em up 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style beat-em-up with a female protagonist and a wide variety of playable characters.
- #32 Blades of Time
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,649 reviews2012
Dev: Gaijin Entertainment Corporation
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Ayumi, the gorgeous gun and sword-wielding treasure hunter, sets out on a journey to an ancient island in search of new adventures. While rich in bounty, the island is also filled with the magic of Chaos, being at the same time home to blood thirsty monsters.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 44.3%, Female Protagonist 31.7%, Action 13.8%, Adventure 6.8%, RPG 3.4%
- #33 The Lost Mythologies
77% matchMixed66% of 1,718 reviews2016
Dev: Basaltic studio
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 15%
The Lost Mythologies is a Chinese styled action game with intense combat. Use various skills to defeat loads of enemies, explore the ruins of the fallen empire and finally face the notorious ancient weapon - the Black Rakshasa.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 42.2%, Female Protagonist 27.5%, Action 17.2%, Anime 8.2%, Adventure 4.9%
- #34 Frenzy Retribution
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,551 reviews2019
Dev: FrenzyZoneGameworkshopPub: 響雨互動娛樂
Windows
This hardcore hard style with high penalty and high reward requires players to deeply understand the complete motion system and various values, weapon activity, counterattack, enemy fury and execution, etc., with the uninterrupted fast-paced attack and defense of the enemy and the enemy, let the player experience Stimulating battle.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.2%, Violent 14.5%, RPG 14.2%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Action 13.7%
- #35 Bright Memory: Infinite
71% matchVery Positive92% of 39,510 reviews2021
Dev: FYQD-Studio
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Bright Memory: Infinite is an all-new lightning-fast fusion of the FPS and action genres, created by FYQD-Studio. Combine a wide variety of skills and abilities to unleash dazzling combo attacks.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.1%, Hack and Slash 27.6%, Action 18%, Violent 10.4%, Indie 6%
- #36 Initial 2 : New Stage
76% matchMixed69% of 414 reviews2018
Dev: Restory Studio
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
“Initial Ⅱ” is a fast-paced hack & slash featured Action RPG. It tells a tale of both the super-power war and the friendship. Our Heroine wields 4 types of weapons and can dynamically switch between them at will. Hope you like it!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 34%, Female Protagonist 24.7%, Action 13.2%, RPG 12%, Adventure 6.1%
- #37 X-Blades
76% matchMixed62% of 3,203 reviews2009
Dev: Gaijin EntertainmentPub: Topware Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In X-Blades, the player takes on the role of the enchanting heroine Ayumi, who survives a breathtaking dance of blades through the Hordes of Darkness. The long-haired beautiful anime, with her pistol blades and mind-blowing leaps, whirls and swirls from one fantastic level to the next.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.3%, Female Protagonist 23.2%, Action 18.2%, RPG 9.6%, Anime 5.2%
- #38 The Initial
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,886 reviews2017
Dev: Restory Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
THE INITIAL is a hyper action game about pretty schoolgirls battling against evil. It's developed by a small team of five developers. We hope you will love this game as much as we do.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.8%, Female Protagonist 25.5%, Action 13.3%, RPG 8.4%, Anime 7%
- #39 Dragon Spear
74% matchMixed63% of 910 reviews2018
Dev: Game2Gather
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Enjoy some cool blows and fascinating action moves! Hunting down powerful raid bosses with friends is also a must.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.5%, RPG 15.3%, Action 14.6%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Beat 'em up 11.3%
- #40 血姬:双生 (Vampiress: Eternal Duet)
69% matchVery Positive89% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: 织界者 (Realm Weaver Studio)
Windows
Vampiress: Eternal Duet is a noir-style 3D side-scrolling action game. You play as Miss Vampire who switches between vampire/human form and uses blood to fight in high-speed battles. To find your sister in this conflicted world, bloodshed is the last thing to worry about...
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.8%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Beat 'em up 9.2%, RPG 8.8%
- #41 Blade Kitten
73% matchVery Positive83% of 1,086 reviews2014
Dev: Krome Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In Blade Kitten, join Kit Ballard as she explores the mysterious world of Hollow Wish to hunt down rogue mechs and soft targets.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.5%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action 15.7%, Anime 11.6%, Adventure 9.7%
- #42 Vernal Edge
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 629 reviews2023
Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 54.2%, Action 22.1%, 2D 12%, Adventure 11.7%
- #43 Bellatia
74% matchMostly Negative38% of 52 reviews2020
Dev: GanitaniPub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Bellatia is a hack 'n' slash action role-playing game about warriors fighting over the ultimate godly weapon called the 'Bellatia' in the land of Aslan.
Why similar: RPG 29.5%, Hack and Slash 24.5%, Action 24.2%, Adventure 17%, Anime 2.9%
- #44 Fight'N Rage
71% matchVery Positive91% of 3,147 reviews2017
Dev: sebagamesdev
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fight’N Rage is a brand new old-school side-scroller beat’em up. Inspired by the classics from the “golden age”, and with an art style that mimics the aesthetic from the 90's arcade gems, this game pays homage to all classic gameplay features that makes this genre one of the best from its time!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.6%, Female Protagonist 23.2%, Beat 'em up 17.9%, Action 12.9%, 2D 7.8%
- #45 Homura Hime
66% matchNo user reviews90% of 1,623 reviews2026
Dev: Crimson DuskPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 42.9%, Female Protagonist 26.3%, Action RPG 10%, Action 9.3%, Anime 7.1%
- #46 Metal Unit
70% matchVery Positive83% of 2,864 reviews2021
Dev: JellySnow StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 27%, RPG 17.8%, Action 16.9%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Adventure 10.1%
- #47 Evil Genome 光明重影
73% matchMixed68% of 523 reviews2017
Dev: Crystal Depths StudioPub: Phoenix Game
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
3D metroidvania game Evil Genome is coming! Heroine Lachesis will lead you to explore the vast wasteland world, experience different battles as well as develop your own character!
Why similar: RPG 26%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Action 16.9%, Side Scroller 16%, Adventure 12.2%
- #48 Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
68% matchVery Positive80% of 2,037 reviews2024
Dev: Metamorphosis GamesPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.3%, RPG 23.2%, Action 14.1%, 2D 8.2%, Anime 7.8%
- #49 Blazing Chrome
70% matchVery Positive87% of 1,924 reviews2019
Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Side Scroller 46.5%, Action 18.9%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, 2D 10%, Indie 9.6%
- #50 Heroine Anthem Zero -Sacrifice-
72% matchMixed64% of 741 reviews2016
Dev: WindThunder StudioPub: Skywalker HK
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
《Heroine Anthem Zero : Sacrifice》 is an epic fantasy 2D side-scrolling ARPG with Japanese voiceovers and support for 7 languages. In a world unforgiven by God, it is a story of sacrifice and survival ten years in the making. Come and enter a world of adventure from long ago.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.6%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, RPG 11.9%, Anime 6.5%
- #51 Age of Barbarian Extended Cut
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 888 reviews2016
Dev: Crian Soft
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Age of Barbarian Ex is an action hack 'n 'slash game inspired to 80s, fantasy and sword-and-sorcery genre. Muscular barbarians, scantily clad girls, hordes of bloodthirsty monsters, a lot of gore, a pretty epic story and an addictive soundtrack! What's best in life?
Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.3%, Hack and Slash 24.2%, Action 11.7%, Side Scroller 10.6%, RPG 9.5%
- #52 The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,775 reviews2017
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The followup to 2009's Dead Samurai, The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile is a combo-fueled, fast-paced, stylistic 2D action platformer that features the series' staple gritty, graphic novel-inspired art style, built on a new engine that allows for an even more visually gruesome experience.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 43.2%, Action 20.6%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Indie 10%, Beat 'em up 7.9%
- #53 Hentai Roguelike
72% matchMixed49% of 119 reviews2020
Dev: SeedWall
Windows
A Naughty Roguelite with an MMO style Gameplay
Why similar: RPG 23.4%, Action 19.4%, Adventure 14%, Indie 10.7%, Casual 9.4%
- #54 Sword and Fairy 7
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 18,993 reviews2021
Dev: 软星科技(SoftStarlight)Pub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
An action RPG based on Chinese art style, as the 7th lineal sequel of this series, it earns a lot of anicipations. Better gaming experience than any of its previous episode will be brought to all the players.
Why similar: RPG 34.1%, Female Protagonist 33.2%, Action RPG 13.3%, Action 8.1%, Adventure 5%
- #55 Berserk Boy
67% matchVery Positive86% of 410 reviews2024
Dev: BerserkBoy Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.1%, Side Scroller 23.4%, Female Protagonist 19.2%, Action 9.3%, Anime 6.6%
- #56 Kotama and Academy Citadel
64% matchVery Positive81% of 2,225 reviews2026
Dev: Atomstring GamesPub: 2P Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.2%, RPG 15.4%, Action 11.2%, Action RPG 10.5%, Anime 9.4%
- #57 Blade & Sword 2: Ancient Legend
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Beijing Pixel Software Technology Joint-Stock Co.,Ltd.Pub: Beijing Happy Entertainment Technology
Windows
This game is an action-adventure RPG game that unfolds around an ancient Chinese mythology. 40 years after the defeat of the Emperor Jo, Chiyou's spirit, which had been suppressed for 3000 years was once causing trouble again.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.5%, RPG 15.3%, Action 12.8%, Action RPG 9.6%, Adventure 9.3%
- #58 Tower Hunter: Erza's Trial
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,941 reviews2019
Dev: IceSitruuna
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.8%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Side Scroller 14.4%, RPG 10.8%, Action 9.9%
- #59 Princess&Blade
65% matchVery Positive82% of 1,400 reviews2025
Dev: XP Liu
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 51%
A Clothing collection ARPG. Create set properties according to your clothing. Hundreds of clothes for the protagonist to enjoy, experience different battle strategies based on different outfits. Dress sexy or suit up like a heavily armoured angel of death.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.6%, Hack and Slash 28.1%, RPG 13.4%, Adventure 7.9%, Action RPG 7.4%
- #60 Blade&Sword
68% matchMixed67% of 733 reviews2022
Dev: Beijing Pixel Software Technology Joint-Stock Co.,Ltd.Pub: Beijing Happy Entertainment Technology
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 44%
This game is an action role-playing game, in which players will be in the ancient time of more than 3000 years ago and use their swords to fight against the spirit of the Emperor Jo of Country Jo who is trying to annex the world.
Why similar: RPG 22.1%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Action 15%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Action RPG 12.7%