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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include RPG, Action, Indie, Violent.

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Explore the world of Pangea as you embark on your adventure in this Open-World 2D ARPG. Follow and unravel the fate of the Firstborne or craft your own destiny alone or with friends with full multiplayer support.

Reviews: Mixed — 67% — of 12 reviews
Released: 2020-03-12
Developer: Gallivanting Rhino Studio
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sympl Games
    Windows

    Your the time has come, Exile. Aemon has woken and his children have taken up arms in form of a rebellion. They strike at the heart of our civilization, hoping to cripple the Temple of Nine and slay the members of the Council. It is your duty to lead our people to a new home.

    Why similar: RPG 32.8%, Gore 19.6%, Violent 17.8%, Action 16.8%, Indie 12.9%

  2. #2 Statue Defender
    96% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Glimma Games
    Windows

    Defend the statue from being destroyed by waves of enemies. Choose your class. Level up. Customize your hero. Earn achievements and show the world you are the number one statue defender!

    Why similar: RPG 32.2%, Gore 20.2%, Violent 18.4%, Action 16.5%, Indie 12.7%

  3. #3 Daybringer
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Darkware
    Windows

    Enter a Urban Fantasy Epic which follows the journey of a boy in a hip-hop purgatory.

    Why similar: RPG 47.3%, Action 24.8%, Gore 12.1%, Violent 10.9%, Indie 4.9%

  4. #4 Fort Zombie
    96% matchMixed67% of 153 reviews2018
    Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    In Fort Zombie, players are trapped in the small town of Piety, Indiana. Organize and build a defense shelter from an impending wave of undead. Choose a building to be your Fort and forage for Food, Weapons, Supplies and People.

    Why similar: RPG 34.3%, Action 18.3%, Gore 18.3%, Violent 15.4%, Indie 13.8%

  5. #5 Zoroastra
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Kyrus
    Windows

    Zoroastra the Game is an open world action-adventure, puzzle-platformer, survival-RPG. Dive into the vast ancient mediterranean world and determine the faith of mankind. Fight for freedom, survive for salvation and solve the mysteries of Zoroastra.

    Why similar: RPG 32.2%, Gore 20.2%, Violent 18.4%, Action 16.5%, Indie 12.7%

  6. #6 Wrath of Thor
    95% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: CYZR
    Windows · Mac

    Wrath of thor is a ARPG. There are a massive of monsters pouring into your territory. You need to kill all monsters to complete every mission.

    Why similar: RPG 33.7%, Gore 21.2%, Violent 19.2%, Action 17.3%, Indie 8.6%

  7. #7 Cave Brawlers
    94% matchMostly Negative28% of 18 reviews2018
    Dev: Samuel Arminana
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Cave Brawlers is a 2D hack 'n slash which takes inspiration from games like Castle Crashers, Wonder Boy in Monster Land, and Shovel Knight. The game requires the player to use different moves and combinations to take down enemies and succeed.

    Why similar: RPG 32.5%, Gore 19.4%, Action 17.7%, Violent 17.6%, Indie 12.8%

  8. #8 尸如潮水
    93% matchMostly Negative29% of 17 reviews2019
    Dev: 十一游戏
    Windows

    开放世界探险解谜类游戏(末日丧尸,第三人称射击游戏)

    Why similar: RPG 32.2%, Gore 20.5%, Violent 18.6%, Action 16.5%, Indie 12.3%

  9. #9 In Your Realm
    91% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2018
    Dev: Got Game Studio
    Windows

    In Your Realm gives an old-school, challenging, RPG roguelike experience with randomized encounters and a unique combat system. To beat the game the player needs to plow through every weakness of their personality - represented in the game as bosses in their respective worlds.

    Why similar: RPG 31.2%, Gore 19.9%, Violent 18.1%, Action 17.6%, Indie 13.1%

  10. #10 Primordium - Day Zero
    91% matchMostly Negative29% of 17 reviews2019
    Dev: Behron GeorgantasPub: Fractum Innovations
    Windows

    Fight for survival in a sci-fi RPG! Take control of the Nexus' Commander and gather companions to grow your team, build bases using a vast array of AAA quality models, and customize your arsenal using countless combinations of modular attachments, items, armor, and weapons!

    Why similar: RPG 31.5%, Gore 20.4%, Violent 18.6%, Action 16.7%, Indie 12.8%

  11. #11 Vicious Gambling Agreement
    90% matchMixed42% of 12 reviews2020
    Dev: FANG
    Windows

    Vicious Gambling Agreement,Dark and fantastic style,The difficulty has a degree of challenge,evil open punishing system to players in the fighting.It is subject to relying on weapons and fighting with many BOSS many times and then approaching to evil step by step and challenge the world governed by evil.

    Why similar: RPG 39.7%, Violent 23.7%, Action 21%, Indie 15.6%

  12. #12 Nightmare Simulator
    89% match4 user reviews0% of 4 reviews2018
    Dev: INDIEPLAY
    Windows

    3D Horror FPS Based On Korean Folklores & Free FPS RPG DLC

    Why similar: RPG 30.8%, Gore 20.7%, Violent 18.8%, Action 16.8%, Indie 13%

  13. #13 Big Day
    89% matchMixed57% of 148 reviews2018
    Dev: Sonic ShieldPub: Zodiac Interactive
    Windows · Mac

    The Big Day has arrived. Blast your way through the apocalypse in this bloody pixel-art ARPG, riding through the ruins of the last days on Earth following a devastating zombie outbreak. Uncover the truth behind the crisis, find your missing daughter, and blow holes in every zombie who crosses your path!

    Why similar: RPG 31.1%, Gore 20.7%, Violent 18.8%, Action 16.4%, Indie 13%

  14. #14 UldreVoid
    86% matchPositive85% of 39 reviews2020
    Dev: Byron Dunwoody
    Windows

    UldreVoid is an action game created by a solo South African developer. Set out alone in a chaotic world to discover what lies in the Void, a monumental orb-like energy growth that changes the world around it. You must face the conflict of supernatural change while part of humanity tries to take advantage of it.

    Why similar: RPG 43.2%, Action 22.5%, Indie 17.2%, Gore 7.9%, Violent 7.1%

  15. #15 Deconstruction Lab
    88% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
    Dev: Sch.Black plastic
    Windows

    First of all, thank you for viewing this page. This page is produced independently by a 14-year-old boy. This game is currently in beta and there may be unknown bugs that will be fixed in a future release. This game will be updated every weekend.

    Why similar: RPG 27.2%, Gore 25.2%, Violent 22.9%, Action 13.9%, Indie 10.7%

  16. #16 Skautfold: Moonless Knight
    86% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2020
    Dev: Steve GalPub: Pugware
    Windows

    Skautfold: Moonless Knight is a very open-ended Metroidvania, featuring a totally unique battle system. Set in an alternate history Japan in 1900, Lovecraftian horrors have plagued the world, as our very Moon opens up and becomes our end.

    Why similar: RPG 41.9%, Action 21.7%, Indie 16.9%, Gore 10%, Violent 9.5%

  17. #17 Heavy Blade
    87% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
    Dev: Egerter SoftwarePub: Rocking Pocket Games
    Windows

    Heavy Blade is a fast paced 3D hack and slash dungeon crawler with gorgeous visuals and a heavy rock soundtrack.

    Why similar: RPG 26.7%, Gore 24.8%, Violent 23.6%, Action 14.3%, Indie 10.5%

  18. #18 Blind Blade II
    85% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2020
    Dev: Beijing Weimo Tech
    Windows

    BlindBlade II is a sequel to the first-generation product. In this generation, the game has 21 extremely difficult levels. Players can only pass all the challenges if they stay focused and brave and persevering like a real samurai.

    Why similar: RPG 38.4%, Action 20.4%, Indie 15.4%, Gore 13.6%, Violent 12.3%

  19. #19 KATANA KAMI: A Way of the Samurai Story
    84% matchMixed60% of 403 reviews2020
    Dev: ACQUIRE Corp.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    The Way of the Samurai is forged in battle! Help the swordsmith Dojima pay off his debt after his beautiful daughter is taken as collateral by crafting swords by day and exploring mysterious, twisting dungeons for valuable materials at night.

    Why similar: RPG 55.9%, Action 28.8%, Gore 7.8%, Violent 7.4%

  20. #20 EndlessHell
    83% matchMixed45% of 20 reviews2019
    Dev: Virtual Journey Studio
    Windows

    Endless Hell is a third-person action game. The game advances through a linear process, killing monsters to gain resources, improving their skill level, and killing the boss to the next level by killing the level.

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  21. #21 Bounty Killer
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Galaxy Game StudioPub: Galaxy Game Studio
    Windows

    “Bountykiller” is a shooting game. It's talking about a Bounty Killer & bandit group in the old western U.S.A. You can play on PC using the HTC vive and Oculus Rift.

    Why similar: RPG 52%, Action 26.6%, Indie 21.4%

  22. #22 Push For Emor
    82% matchMixed60% of 45 reviews2016
    Dev: Lupus Solus Studio
    Windows

    Push For Emor is an open world(s) SciFi FPS RPG with light RTS building elements thrown in for good measure. Fight your way across 11 planets, engage in space combat, disable enemy craft and board enemy wrecks, explore abandoned space stations and defeat evil planet governors.

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  23. #23 Third Rule of Universe.
    81% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
    Dev: Mifos Games
    Windows

    Third Rule of Universe is a shoot'em up game with stylized visuals, a detailed story, dynamic gameplay, and fabulous music.

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  24. #24 Kronos
    82% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2017
    Dev: UroboroStudio
    Windows

    A unique Action RPG game with lots of combats, item customization and puzzle solving.

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  25. #25 Sword of Fireheart - The Awakening Element
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: gillenew
    Windows

    Walk through a vast world facing a varied horde of creatures that need to be exterminated and puzzles that need to be solved, then bring peace back to your village.

    Why similar: RPG 53.6%, Action 26.2%, Indie 20.2%

  26. #26 Sword of Rapier
    79% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2018
    Dev: vDog
    Windows

    Launch the enemies with combo attack! Soar high into the sky, a new style action RPG is right here!

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  27. #27 Floors of Discomfort
    81% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2015
    Dev: Three Prong Productions
    Windows · Linux

    Floors of Discomfort is a fast paced, extremely difficult, rogue-lite, platformer. Choose from one of five unlockable characters, each with their own back stories, and reasons for being in the lair of Nexrolis.

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  28. #28 Fault & Fragment
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: One Million Machine
    Windows

    Fault & Fragment is a game about exploring the ghost of a world, searching for a way to lay it to rest. Travel far, contend with terrible foes, and reignite the leylines that once powered your kingdom.

    Why similar: RPG 51.3%, Action 27.5%, Indie 21.2%

  29. #29 Games
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Pub: Actually Awesome Studios
    Windows

    A battle to save your friends in the most epic way.

    Why similar: RPG 51.3%, Action 27.5%, Indie 21.2%

  30. #30 No1Left
    80% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2016
    Dev: Skarond
    Windows

    Before purchasing, please note that this is a hardcore survival game and it is currently in an incomplete, early alpha phase. Some things might not work properly or the way you might expect them to.

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  31. #31 Meta Star
    78% matchMixed65% of 20 reviews2017
    Dev: Lost-Ride Studios
    Windows

    Have you ever been playing a game and wondered, "Why can't I fly!?" or "I wish I could customize my spaceship!"? Well, Meta Star is your answer!!! Race the rest of the internet to beat the game, and the winners get to tell the developers what to include in the next update!

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  32. #32 Valley of Decay
    77% matchMixed66% of 104 reviews2019
    Dev: Mario Papadopoulos
    Windows

    Valley of Decay is a 2D pixel-art multi-player Hack and Slash game. Trade from self-found items extracted essences at the auction house. Craft your own items with those essences. There are no limits, no highest level, no strongest item. You can always become stronger.

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  33. #33 Stick War: Castle Defence
    78% matchMixed62% of 51 reviews2018
    Dev: FoG Games
    Windows

    Paying homage to an era of stickmen and flash games, whilst diving into modern day, rpg inspired combat and progression. Hone a unique play style to combat hordes of unmotivated stickmen, as they attempt to storm your castle.

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  34. #34 Chinese Souls-Hua Garden/华夏园
    77% matchMixed50% of 38 reviews2017
    Dev: Dawei Liu
    Windows

    In this beautiful Hua Garden player will be able to develop character skills and experience chinese culture through different games and NPC interactions.There are more than 10 different types of games to test player's skill limit.Chinese food,music,go,even Chinese KongFu and much more

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  35. #35 Nemithia
    76% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: Nuno "Omega Leo" Diogo
    Windows · Linux

    Embark on a heroic journey in Nemithia, where three destined heroes must save their planet from the corrupt Drakians led by Amolon Morrowstar. Battle through perilous realms, unlock ancient powers, and rally allies in this epic indie adventure. Will you rise against darkness and save Nemithia?

    Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 20.7%

  36. #36 妖怪俱乐部 Demon Club
    75% matchMixed56% of 25 reviews2019
    Dev: chenjd
    Windows

    Realizing the dream of being a demon king in childhood "Demon Club" is a game based on chinese mythology. It is envisioned on an overhead continent called "ShenZhou". The player is a demon with no power.

    Why similar: RPG 51.7%, Action 27.3%, Indie 21%

  37. #37 Chaos of East
    76% matchMixed54% of 90 reviews2018
    Dev: 凌剑工作室Pub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
    Windows

    《破东荒》是一款roguelike类横版动作游戏,抛弃了传统的地牢关卡形式,糅合了大量的中国元素,简单粗暴的游戏体验以及大量的游戏内容,带给玩家易上手、趣味多的直观体验。深度研究国内玩家体验偏好,打破一些传统模式,为玩家带来新奇体验。

    Why similar: RPG 52%, Action 27.5%, Indie 20.5%

  38. #38 Outrealm
    75% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2018
    Dev: Rainbow Street Studios
    Windows

    Outrealm is a top-down roguelike hack and slash title. It combines traditional hack and slash gameplay with modern-day roguelike mechanics.

    Why similar: RPG 51.7%, Action 27.3%, Indie 21%

  39. #39 Resurgence: Earth United
    73% matchMostly Positive79% of 28 reviews2017
    Dev: Pixel by Pixel Studios Inc.
    Windows

    Resurgence is a action RPG, where you dawn humanity's "armor" of the future. Teams of 4 can enter Earth's new Colosseum and Pilot the R.A.V MK II and fight endless waves slowly becoming the wall that stands between humanity and our would be destroyers from the stars.

    Why similar: RPG 52%, Action 26.6%, Indie 21.4%

  40. #40 Assault on the Necrospire
    73% matchMostly Positive71% of 35 reviews2017
    Dev: Mike Watson
    Windows

    Assault on the Necrospire is a roguelike with an emphasis on interesting loot and character building. Your mission is to destroy the Necromancer. Wipe the dust off your spellbook; you're going to need it.

    Why similar: RPG 51.8%, Action 27.7%, Indie 20.4%

  41. #41 Spellgear
    73% matchMixed68% of 84 reviews2017
    Dev: SkyRiver Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Non-target action role-playing game, with MOBA and MOBA-style arenas, an open world to explore and relax, a fresh and unique combat system, and many other exciting features.

    Why similar: RPG 53.5%, Action 26.3%, Indie 20.2%

  42. #42 Wave of Darkness
    74% matchMixed52% of 94 reviews2015
    Dev: DreamatrixPub: Dreamatrix
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Wave of Darkness invites you to a huge dark and gritty fantasy world which can be explored the way you want and whenever you want. The world of Narr is corrupted by the mysterious and bloodthirsty cults, and you will have to do your best to free land from this malicious deviance.

    Why similar: RPG 51.9%, Action 27.7%, Indie 20.4%

  43. #43 Задолбали! (Unstoppable Man)
    60% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Versus Studio
    Windows

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    Why similar: RPG 36.4%, Violent 30.6%, Action 18.6%, Indie 14.3%

  44. #44 Enoch: Underground
    72% matchMixed58% of 36 reviews2018
    Dev: Unwhale Studio
    Windows

    Enoch – Underground is a hardcore action-RPG. The player takes control of the awakened – one of the few survivors left in the city. Lost and forgotten, he finds himself in catacombs. Without goal and without memories he starts his way through the ruins striving to find his place in this hostile world.

    Why similar: RPG 51.4%, Action 27.5%, Indie 21.2%

  45. #45 Meiro
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MythByte
    Windows · Linux

    Survive the MAZE. Overcome the MAZE. Be one with the MAZE! Meiro is a Retro Multiplayer Sci-Fi RPG Survival Game with a living and breathing maze. Play co-op, competitive or solo.

    Why similar: RPG 39.7%, Gore 24.9%, Action 19.7%, Indie 15.7%

  46. #46 TimeToDie
    72% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: Solo Grind
    Windows

    TimeToDie is a roguelike first-person dungeon crawler that focuses on finding your way around a procedurally generated maze. The hero will find himself trying to escape the dungeon while being drained of his life force. Along the way, he faces hordes of undead and demons.

    Why similar: RPG 51.8%, Action 27.8%, Indie 20.4%

  47. #47 Aquatica
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dark Geo
    Windows

    Aquatica is real-time RPG in the scenery of a secret underwater base. Explore the environment, find out who real its inhabitants and why you got rescue. Become one of them or escape.

    Why similar: RPG 41.2%, Violent 22.7%, Action 20.4%, Indie 15.7%

  48. #48 Chrono's Arena
    67% matchMixed67% of 43 reviews2021
    Dev: Bullseye Game Studio
    Windows

    Get your character, choose your skills, and be the next champion of the Chrono's Arena! A fresh air to the action multiplayer games. Three unique game modes, and dozens of combinations, one match will never be like another!

    Why similar: RPG 51.2%, Action 28.1%, Indie 20.7%

  49. #49 Metal Knight
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: islegamePub: IceSilk
    Windows · Mac

    Welcome to metal knight, a 2D platform action game that integrates roguelite with space mercenaries. There is no archive point in the game, challenge different monsters, and experience the fun of equipment collection. Finish the task and save the princess of the sun empire.

    Why similar: RPG 40%, Violent 22.5%, Action 21.2%, Indie 16.3%

  50. #50 Burnouts: The Igne Mori
    58% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Reklusive Studios
    Windows

    Burnouts: The indie adventure game driven by story, humor and weed. Maneuver yourself through the recent zombie apocalypse by utilizing a combination of Stealth, Quick Reaction Time Events and Puzzles. Any moment can descend into life or death in this tale.

    Why similar: RPG 27.2%, Gore 25.2%, Violent 22.9%, Action 13.9%, Indie 10.7%

  51. #51 Zombie Lane Survival
    71% matchNegative17% of 12 reviews2018
    Dev: KILLZONE
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Zombie threat overtaken America. Destroy as many zombies as you can. Play for Trump and make America great again! To do this you need to develop your own tactics combining weapons, ammo types, character abilities and barricades location.

    Why similar: RPG 51.3%, Action 27.5%, Indie 21.2%

  52. #52 Mirrors of Fear
    58% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nemesis Games
    Windows

    You will become a Heir of darkness, as you fight to earn more power of darkness and release your special abilities. let the black hell fall on your enemies.

    Why similar: RPG 32.4%, Gore 20%, Violent 18.2%, Action 16.6%, Indie 12.8%

  53. #53 Noga
    57% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Ilan Manor
    Windows

    Noga is an action RPG with shooting and driving mechanics. Drive and fight aliens and spaceships on the hostile roads. Upgrade your vehicle, your weapon, and your character, as you try to save your friend from the hands of the aliens.

    Why similar: RPG 53.7%, Action 26.2%, Indie 20.1%

  54. #54 ReVeN: XBridge
    71% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2017
    Dev: Varia Games
    Windows

    XBridge is a 2D shooter online game set in the SciFi ReVeN universe. Construct your own levels and share them with the world using our intuitive built-in level editor. Unlock new ships, craft weapons, armor and abilities. XBridge has everything for a casual and hardcore gaming experience!

    Why similar: RPG 51.3%, Action 27.5%, Indie 21.2%

  55. #55 Paranormal Precinct - Last Copy of '99
    57% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jupiter Lighthouse Games
    Windows

    Classic survival horror rogue-like from the PSX-era. Explore a fully fleshed-out city, solve casefiles and kill monstrosities. Gather the cash to scout new recruits, upgrade your precinct, and load up the armory. Survive till retirement day.

    Why similar: RPG 29.7%, Violent 25%, Gore 18.4%, Action 15.2%, Indie 11.7%

  56. #56 Opus 1 - Social Justice War
    57% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: GoGirl Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Shoot down fascists and free humanity from bigotry!

    Why similar: Gore 27.2%, RPG 25.5%, Violent 22.5%, Action 13.7%, Indie 11.1%

  57. #57 Red Death: 8Feet
    68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
    Dev: Vg
    Windows

    You are one of the soldiers dispatched. Sadly, all your squad members have been wiped out, and you alone have been isolated in the dark, Zombies-ridden mountains. However, complete and report your mission for the peace of your proud homeland and the world! Good luck!

    Why similar: RPG 51.3%, Action 27.5%, Indie 21.2%

  58. #58 Huge Bang Bang
    69% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2017
    Dev: Palomino Studio
    Windows

    Huge Bang Bang Tv-Show is gathering the best Adryssis’ warriors. Create your avatars, enter the arena with your friends and join 4 versus 4 action/platforming fights.

    Why similar: RPG 51.3%, Action 27.5%, Indie 21.2%

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