Games Like Book Quest

Explore a mystical world in classic top-down style and save the kidnapped prince! Saga of the Moon Priestess is a retro top-down action-adventure inspired by 8-bit and 16-bit classics.

Why similar: Action RPG 19.8%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, Top-Down 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, 1990's 8.5%

Dungeon Misfits is a chaotic action-roguelike with up to 4 players.

Why similar: Action RPG 28.3%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Top-Down 12.8%, Exploration 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Master the elements of poison, fire, ice, and meteorite in Shadow of Aya, a top-down action-adventure ode to the 8-bit classics. But beware—as your powers grow, so do the forces against you. The journey downward is choked with shadow, and the creatures who lurk among them.

Why similar: Action RPG 33%, Top-Down 13.9%, Exploration 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Adventure 7.5%

Enter a world where music leads the way. Play as a musician with a mystical flute, solving puzzles and uncovering hidden mysteries through your melodies.

Why similar: Action RPG 40.3%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, Adventure 14.1%, Top-Down 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

Knight George is a top-down retro-style action-adventure game. Travel across the Kingdom of Earlyne to meet friendly characters, explore numerous dungeons and fight terrifying monsters to save the kingdom!

Why similar: Action RPG 23.2%, Action-Adventure 17.3%, Top-Down 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Exploration 9.4%

DESTINY CALLS THE LEAST LIKELY OF HEROES. Reverie is an action adventure game set on a fictional island in New Zealand, inspired by the legend of Maui and the Giant Fish where the demigod himself fishes up the North Island with a powerful fishhook.

Why similar: Action RPG 34.4%, Top-Down 16.8%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, 1990's 6.1%

The portal to the dreaded Bleak Dimension has been opened, unleashing terrifying creatures. Your mission is to seal it before it's too late! In The Awakening of the Bleak Dimension, a fantasy RPG you will face brutal challenges, evolve your character and forge powerful equipment.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.2%, Action-Adventure 15%, Top-Down 12.8%, Exploration 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

A series of disruptive events cause uneasiness among the people. The mayor needs your help to investigate different parts of Hatchwell and figure out what's causing these events, which seem to worsen as the day goes by.

Why similar: Action RPG 27%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, 1990's 10.7%, Exploration 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Wield faith and steel in this 2D action RPG inspired by the folklore of Minas Gerais. As Father Ezequiel, use syncretism to banish corrupted souls, master ancestral magic, and explore the mysteries of the Royal Road in a journey of exploration, fast-paced combat, and skill progression.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.9%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Exploration 11.6%, Adventure 11.5%, Top-Down 11%

Zahalia was a peaceful land until The Dark Wizard came and stole all the crystals. Defeat his group of monsters and reclaim the Crystals to save Zahalia from darkness.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.7%, Top-Down 12.6%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Exploration 9.8%, 1990's 9.5%

A 2D top-down 4-directional shooter with RPG and roguelite elements.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.3%, Top-Down 17.8%, 1990's 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%

An emotional journey about death, family and acceptance. Step into this thrilling narrative driven Action-RPG to experience an exciting combat system and a story tackling deep themes.

Why similar: Action RPG 32.9%, Top-Down 13.5%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Exploration 10.4%, Fantasy 8.2%

How many NPCs equal 1 Hero? In the land of Alta, The Hero of Destiny was fated to defeat a terrible Dark Wizard... but the Hero of Destiny was killed by the final boss. What now? Next to the final dungeon, in a sleepy village, 50 NPCs decide to take matters into their own hands.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.3%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Adventure 9.8%, Exploration 9.7%, Top-Down 9.1%

This is an action-adventure game that requires you to use your brain. Save the world with your powers of observation and inspiration!

Why similar: Action RPG 25.5%, Top-Down 15.3%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Exploration 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

No Name Village is a top-down adventure rpg game, set in a peaceful village on the brink of being swallowed by the Black Sea. Play as a young boy, explore the world, battle monsters, and uncover the secrets behind the looming disaster.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.8%, Top-Down 15.8%, Action-Adventure 14.9%, Exploration 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%

You’ve been given an odd request, and without protest, you get dressed and grab your sword from your weapons chest, and with much zest, you head west to complete your Otter Quest.

Why similar: Action RPG 34.3%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, Top-Down 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Adventure 8.6%

Play as the ancient automaton Cecilia Immergreen as you explore the world for secrets, solve puzzles, delve into dungeons, fight other Hololive members as powerful bosses, help other members with side quests, and find powerful items to explore previously unavailable locations.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.2%, Action-Adventure 18.9%, Top-Down 17.5%, Exploration 14.1%, Adventure 5.9%

The Clown's Forest 3: The Final Act is the penultimate game in The Clown's Forest Saga. It acts as both a Prequel and Sequel to the games that came before it. Told in two separate campaigns to show the end of Blitzo and how David and Oliver died ten years previously.

Why similar: Action RPG 34.1%, Exploration 13.2%, Top-Down 12.5%, Adventure 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

A compilation of the collaborative efforts of the University of Pennsylvania Game Research and Development Environment's programmers, artists, writers, and sound engineers over the 2021-2022 academic year. Fight our enemies, view our art, explore our scenes, and listen to our soundtrack!

Why similar: Action RPG 34.1%, Action-Adventure 16%, Exploration 12.5%, Adventure 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

MIRADOR is a 2D action game. You arrive at a temple... Kill several monsters to grow, get skills, and go through it!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 21.9%, Exploration 17.1%, Top-Down 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Adventure 9.9%

Wumball is a challenging adventure game. You have no health and no weapons to defend yourself, so tread lightly. Can you make it to the end and save the king?

Why similar: Action-Adventure 24.4%, Top-Down 20.2%, Adventure 13.5%, 1990's 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%

Ringlorn Saga is an adventure RPG inspired by the Japanese PC classics. Prince Gerhard the Brave embarks on a journey to the neighboring land to investigate the appearance of a magic barrier and his father's disappearance.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.8%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Exploration 13.2%, Top-Down 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Slash and Dash across a mysterious continent in this one-of-a-kind Action Adventure RPG experience!

Why similar: Action RPG 39.8%, Exploration 14.7%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, 1990's 7.5%

Your father's diary leads you to The Cove, a dying coastal town haunted by monsters and buried secrets. Battle corrupted creatures, rebuild the community, and follow his trail to the truth in this 2D action RPG.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.9%, Top-Down 15.1%, Exploration 12.9%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%

Frontiers is a game about collecting items, dodging bullets, and beating up robots. Inspired primarily by action RPGs of the 90's, Frontiers cranks it up to 110 percent by emphasizing combat and high paced action to swiftly and methodically take out your enemies.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.1%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Top-Down 11.3%, Adventure 10.5%, Exploration 10.1%

Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.

Why similar: Action RPG 30.9%, Top-Down 16.1%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Exploration 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

The Darkness Guild is lost in Unknown Space! Go on a top down, bite-sized adventure and blast off to three far out planets. Explore Unknown Space from your ship and collect resources to change the ship's look for the climactic Shoot 'Em Up battle! Do you have what it takes escape from Unknown Space?

Why similar: Action RPG 28.8%, Top-Down 13.8%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Exploration 13.2%, Adventure 9.9%

Apu's Journey is an retro action-rpg, you can complete dungeons, defeat creatures, collect items and improve your skills!

Why similar: Action RPG 30.9%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, Adventure 12.5%, Exploration 10.9%, Top-Down 9.8%

Gordy and the Monster Moon is a bite-sized exploration-driven game about a pumpkin astronaut going on spooky adventures.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.7%, Top-Down 18.2%, Action-Adventure 18.2%, Exploration 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Explore a vast world in this 2D top-down Zelda-like adventure. Find treasures as you slash enemies, swing them around, and throw them at the bosses. Talk and laugh with people, animals, and even tree stumps. With no destined fate, will you slay the evil demon Firerom or just jump in puddles?

Why similar: Action RPG 22.9%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, Top-Down 12.4%, Exploration 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%

Venture into a vast 2D pixel-art fantasy world, face relentless battles and forge your destiny with vivid companions as you unravel the truth behind the falling crystals.

Why similar: Action RPG 34%, Top-Down 13.8%, Exploration 13.3%, Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

Explore a charming world in this handheld-inspired, top-down action adventure! Loot dungeons, triumph over gauntlets of enemies, and uncover secrets. Unlock new abilities that alter your play style, exhaust the randomizer, and build mastery of the fast paced, crunchy combat!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 19%, Top-Down 15.2%, Exploration 14.9%, 1990's 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%

The Legend Of The Crystals is a story-driven fantasy action RPG where you will embark on an epic journey to uncover the secrets of the ancient crystals that bring balance to the world.

Why similar: Action RPG 25.5%, Old School 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Top-Down 10.3%

Dream Addict is an action RPG set in a dream world. Battle animals and monsters with swords and skills to earn "Battle Memories." Use these at your base to unlock new abilities. Strengthen yourself as you explore the dreams. What lies at the end of your dream addiction?

Why similar: Action RPG 25.6%, Top-Down 19.7%, Exploration 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Fantasy 9.5%

不思議な力を持つ巫女「さくら」の妖怪討伐の旅。繰り出せ必殺・桜吹雪！

Why similar: Action RPG 38.6%, Top-Down 11.7%, Exploration 11.3%, 1990's 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Become the hero you were (not) trained to be. Join the Asset Recovery Team. ​You'll save the day, get paid, and probably question all your life choices. ​(Seriously, no experience required.)

Why similar: Action RPG 42.8%, Exploration 20.6%, Action-Adventure 19.5%, Adventure 9.1%, Fantasy 7.1%

Aidez Mia à suivre les traces de son grand père en retrouvant le trésor perdu ! Explorez, résolvez les énigmes et collectez d’anciens artefacts.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.8%, Action-Adventure 18%, Exploration 13.8%, Adventure 13.5%, Top-Down 12.7%

Tide Line is a pixel/lo-fi style top-down ARPG that focuses on exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat, all while immersing you in its world.You wake up in an unfamiliar waterway, with no sign of the exploration team that was with you. What happened here?

Why similar: Action RPG 27.1%, Top-Down 19.3%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Exploration 10.6%, Fantasy 9.6%

You will explore a mysterious world with the little fairy, Sir Leonardo. An adventure awaits where you'll meet companions, fight wicked enemies, and uncover the secrets of a world in crisis. The end of the story is in your hands.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.8%, Top-Down 19.4%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Exploration 9.7%

Travel with your mysterious partner Tupa, fight powerful monsters, discover treasures and secrets scattered around the world, and uncover the truth of the world, Tupa and yourself with the help of the tide of wishes.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.2%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Adventure 11.5%, Exploration 10.7%, Top-Down 7.6%

Get lost exploring subterranean labyrinths while fighting off monsters. Upgrade weapons and health to stay alive. Save the world. Find treasure. Complete quests. Talk to villagers and sometimes frogs. Overworld including bogs, forests, mushroom forests. 22 subterranean dungeons to get lost in.

Why similar: Action RPG 36.8%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Adventure 13.4%, Top-Down 12.1%, Exploration 10.7%

Explore an intricate new world of secrets and adventure. Features solid 2D Zelda-like gameplay, 12 vast non-linear dungeons and a wholesome story about the young golem Linden.

Why similar: Action RPG 30.6%, Top-Down 14%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Exploration 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%

World to the West is a standalone followup of Teslagrad, the indie hit that sold more than 1.6 million copies worldwide. A vast world of blue skies and dark caves awaits you in this 3D action adventure, as you try to unveil the mysteries of an ancient prophecy.

Why similar: Action RPG 23.9%, Action-Adventure 18.5%, Top-Down 16.5%, Exploration 13.3%, Adventure 10.9%

Lost Call is a top down pixel art 2D Zelda inspired game with a metroidvania style map. Take off on a quest through an abandoned and ruined town to stop your phone from ringing all the time, and learn more about the characters who still remain within it.

Why similar: Action RPG 34%, Exploration 15.3%, Top-Down 13.9%, Adventure 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

Nakuma is a singleplayer RPG with focus on grinding for gear and experience points. Obtain a variety of magical spells, upgrade your gear and invest stat-points as you progress!

Why similar: Action RPG 38.9%, Action-Adventure 18%, Exploration 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Top-Down 6.3%

Embark on an alchemical journey in this vibrant 2D adventure! Craft unique monsters, engage in turn-based battles, and liberate the region. A fusion of exploration, crafting, and thrilling combat awaits in Fusion Nexus: Alchemic Evolution.

Why similar: Action RPG 26.3%, Top-Down 16.2%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Exploration 10%

Hero’s Unison is a 2D pixel action RPG where you are summoned as a hero to a mysterious new world. Form a 3-hero party, link souls with your allies, and unleash unique powers to stand against the darkness threatening all realms.

Why similar: Action RPG 30.6%, Top-Down 16.4%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Exploration 9.1%

Rynna has arrived on one of Shalnor's most dangerous Islands. Prepare yourself for an epic RPG/Action Adventure game. With focus on gauntlet-style combat, traps, boss fights and beautiful pixel-art scenery.

Why similar: Action RPG 43.3%, Action-Adventure 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Exploration 7.6%, Adventure 6.4%

Dans un monde dystopique englouti par les ténèbres, partez à la recherche de versets perdus. Avec une épée, un arc et une lampe fragile nourrie par des paroles sacrées, explorez, survivez et révélez la vérité oubliée.

Why similar: Action RPG 44.2%, Exploration 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Adventure 10.2%

Journey of the Robed is an action-RPG with a huge focus on boss combat and spells. In Journey of the Robed, you move around in an open world. However, when entering a fight, you are sent to a platform-style place where you fight bosses and smaller enemies with spells you choose yourself.

Why similar: Action RPG 39.9%, Action-Adventure 18.2%, Adventure 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Fantasy 7.2%

론리 화이트(Lonely White)는 단순하면서도 빠른 액션과 함께 탐색 요소가 주가 되는 흑백풍 어드벤처 RPG입니다.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.1%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Top-Down 15.5%, Exploration 15%, Fantasy 6.3%

A Story-Rich RPG/Action-Adventure Game, made by one person over the course of three years. Step into the shoes of the young Elf Rynna, and explore the Sacred Lands. Venture into dangerous dungeons, explore caves and solve puzzles and become the champion of the Goddess Illeria.

Why similar: Action RPG 31.2%, Action-Adventure 16%, Top-Down 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Exploration 8%

Explore surreal landscapes where dreams and reality intertwine. Battle manifestations of fear, uncover the secrets of an interconnected world, and awaken the truth buried within a fading mind in Dreamdawn, a mysterious top-down action-adventure.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.5%, Exploration 15%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Top-Down 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

Epic action-adventure game, embark on a heroic quest in a vibrant world full of intriguing characters on an exhilarating journey to become the new world champion and uncover the secrets of lands!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 29.1%, Top-Down 26.2%, Fantasy 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Adventure 10.9%

Zahalia is a top-down action-rpg with item collection and dungeon exploring. Take back the 7 Crystals from the traitor Zezor and stop General Skull Knight from invading Zahalia. Explore to find new items to allow you to have access to more of the map and gain new abilities.

Why similar: Action RPG 38.1%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, Top-Down 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Adventure 7.2%

Arcane Vale is an action packed open-world RPG. Embark on an adventure to discover a long-lost treasure in a vast and dangerous world.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.6%, Action-Adventure 16%, Exploration 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Fantasy 7.9%

Awoken by a mysterious black cat on a stormy night, Vi — an ordinary boy — is lured into the Under-Realm: a dying world on the brink of collapse. As the realm’s final hours draw near, Vi must forge uneasy alliances with monsters to protect the last sparks of hope in a fading world…

Why similar: Action RPG 36.7%, Action-Adventure 17.3%, Top-Down 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Adventure 5.9%

Missing that classic Zelda feeling? Step into the handcrafted pixel-art world of The Legends of Tynedale, a classic top-down adventure inspired by the landscapes and castles of Northumberland. Explore puzzle-box dungeons, battle fierce monsters, upgrade your weapons, and uncover hidden secrets.

Why similar: Action RPG 22%, Top-Down 14.5%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Exploration 12.6%, 1990's 12.4%

You are a frog, one of the Animal Kingdom's best combatants. The world's water has become corrupted, causing animals to attack each other. Fight, change color, explore and become strong enough to save the world from a slow and hopeless demise.

Why similar: Action RPG 33%, Action-Adventure 17.3%, Exploration 15.3%, Top-Down 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%