- #1 Folk Hero
97% matchVery Positive84% of 198 reviews2023
Dev: Chudo-Yudo GamesPub: Targem Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Folk Hero is an action-slasher with rogue-lite elements set in the world of Slavic fantasy. Explore the ever-changing island, find treasures, combine weapons and artifacts to defeat mythical enemies. Challenge your skills! One life, one try.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27%, Action RPG 20.5%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Top-Down 12.2%, Fantasy 7.3%
- #2 Slavania
96% matchMixed64% of 230 reviews2024
Dev: FrostLeaf Games LLC
Windows
Fantasy metroidvania with a moral choice and hunting the bosses who are not going to patiently wait for you in their lair. Study the monsters. Track'em. Kill'em. Exploration of the vast interconnected fairytale world, an acrobatic combat system and weird locals are what awaits you.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Hack and Slash 23.7%, Medieval 18.1%, Action RPG 14.7%, Fantasy 5.4%
- #3 LIZARDS MUST DIE
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 26,481 reviews2023
Dev: the BratansPub: Smola Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
The great exploits of the Ancient Rus in the war with the lizards. Immerse yourself in the world of Hyperborea and defeat hordes of Lizards and other unholy who encroached on holy places Ancestors. Choose a blessed hero and go save the world from the green plague.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.3%, Hack and Slash 22.4%, Action RPG 13.6%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Atmospheric 6.1%
- #4 Bogatyr
96% matchMixed57% of 88 reviews2020
Dev: the Bratans
Windows
Bogatyr is a third-person action RPG set in a fantasy setting of Ancient Russia. The main character-a great warrior who returned from a ten-year war on the Southern Borders finds his native land in desolation. The hero will have to deal with what happened in the district, participate in the Civil War and defeat the Ancient evil.
Why similar: Mythology 28.5%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action RPG 16.7%, Medieval 6.7%, RPG 5.9%
- #5 Tails of Iron
94% matchVery Positive88% of 14,555 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!
Why similar: Souls-like 28.3%, Action RPG 19%, Medieval 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Combat 5.9%
- #6 Of Ash and Steel
94% matchMixed65% of 6,426 reviews2025
Dev: Fire & FrostPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 30.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Medieval 28.8%, Action RPG 25.2%, Combat 9.9%, Atmospheric 7.9%, RPG 7.4%
- #7 ALAA-MOGUS MUST DIE
93% matchVery Positive98% of 363 reviews2024
Dev: MonsterAttackPub: MonsterAttack
Windows
This is a historical action game from 3rd person based on Yakut mythology. Alaa-Mogus the devil has come to seize our land! Uraankhai Sakha, let's take up our weapons and drive him back to the dungeon! Uruy-Aikhal!
Why similar: Souls-like 28%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Medieval 12.8%, Action RPG 11.7%, Action-Adventure 11.2%
- #8 Black Myth: Wukong
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,200,116 reviews2024
Dev: Game Science
Windows
Median: 41.9 hrsMean: 55.2 hrs≥1hr: 98%
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 32.1%, Souls-like 20.2%, Action RPG 13.6%, Hack and Slash 5.8%, Action-Adventure 5.5%
- #9 BLACKTAIL
92% matchVery Positive81% of 2,738 reviews2022
Dev: THE PARASIGHTPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Forge the legend of Baba Yaga, a girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from her home. Live out the origins of the Slavic myth in this one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world.
Why similar: Mythology 34.2%, Dark Humor 13.2%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action RPG 12.1%, Medieval 10%
- #10 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
91% matchVery Positive92% of 240 reviews2025
Dev: Volk TeamPub: Progamefactoryllc
Windows
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Souls-like 34.7%, Hack and Slash 25.6%, Action-Adventure 13%, Medieval 12.1%, Story Rich 6.4%
- #11 Stray Blade
90% matchMostly Positive73% of 521 reviews2023
Dev: Point Blank GamesPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Stray Blade is an action-adventure where you play a rogue Adventurer exploring the ancient Valley of Acrea with your companion, the Xhinnon wolf Boji. Unveil the history of the forgotten valley and master the powers of the three Acrean Metals to restore balance to this war-torn land.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.3%, Hack and Slash 20.4%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Action RPG 9.2%, Combat 7.8%
- #12 Achilles: Legends Untold
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,514 reviews2023
Dev: Dark Point Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Rewrite fate with every strike. Face gods, mythic heroes, and legendary beasts in this souls-like Action RPG set in ancient Greece. Master brutal combat, unlock divine skills, and shape Achilles into the warrior only you can become.
Why similar: Mythology 24.5%, Souls-like 21.3%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Action RPG 12.5%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #13 Marko: Beyond Brave
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: Studio MechkaPub: Studio Mechka
Windows
Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.8%, Action-Adventure 19.1%, Combat 12.9%, Story Rich 9.7%, Atmospheric 8%
- #14 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
87% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,494 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.2%, Medieval 19%, Action RPG 18.4%, Combat 7.4%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #15 Firelight Fantasy: Force Energy
88% matchMixed67% of 196 reviews2022
Dev: Quacky GamesPub: Whale Rock Games
Windows
Firelight Fantasy: Force Energy is a spectacular third-person sword fighting game based on Scandinavian mythology
Why similar: Mythology 26.7%, Souls-like 22.1%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Medieval 9.6%, RPG 5.2%
- #16 Black Book
86% matchVery Positive92% of 6,596 reviews2021
Dev: MorteshkaPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
“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 61.3%, Story Rich 11.2%, RPG 10.2%, Fantasy 9%, 3D 8.3%
- #17 Svarog's Dream
86% matchVery Positive90% of 825 reviews2023
Dev: VI Game Forge
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 38%, Action RPG 18%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, RPG 7.1%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #18 Angeline Era
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 659 reviews2025
Dev: Melos Han-TaniPub: Analgesic Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore a secret-filled land in this 3D Action-Adventure, where every level is hidden in plain sight! Travel and fight through a vast, unmarked overworld. The next surprise is only a single search away!
Why similar: Mythology 26.6%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Top-Down 6.9%, Combat 6.8%
- #19 Blood of Mehran
84% matchMixed61% of 72 reviews2025
Dev: Permanent Way Game Co.Pub: Blowfish Studios
Windows
In Blood of Mehran, explore sweeping sand dunes, bustling bazaars and sprawling palaces. Go blade to blade with enemies, pick them off from a distance with your arrows, or slip by them like a ghost. Level up and build your legend.
Why similar: Mythology 22.6%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action RPG 14.4%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Story Rich 5.5%
- #20 Viking Vengeance
85% matchMixed57% of 104 reviews2021
Dev: Lowpoly Interactive
Windows
Viking Vengeance is a God-Worshiping Rogue-lite Dungeon Crawler ARPG set in a historical fiction world. You play as a Templar with pagan origins who rediscovers his roots and learns to wield the powers of the Norse Gods in his quest to change the destiny of his people and stop Ragnarok.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.5%, Medieval 15.5%, Action RPG 15.5%, Mythology 15%, RPG 7.2%
- #21 Kromlech
82% matchMixed70% of 141 reviews2026
Dev: Perun Creative
Windows
Kromlech is an action-adventure RPG with rogue-lite elements, set in a dark fantasy world of swords and sorcery. Play as an adventurer whose quest for glory and gold takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself at the center of a world-ending calamity.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.3%, Mythology 28.4%, Action RPG 19%, RPG 6.6%, 3D 5.1%
- #22 Vindilis
81% matchVery Positive97% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: François Mauxion
Windows
Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.3%, Mythology 16.9%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Action RPG 9.5%
- #23 Yaga
83% matchVery Positive81% of 656 reviews2021
Dev: Breadcrumbs InteractivePub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 29.9%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action RPG 15.6%, Comedy 9.3%, Story Rich 6.2%
- #24 Crimson Oath
80% matchVery Positive85% of 639 reviews2026
Dev: Parry Frames Team
Windows
Long may the sun shine! Prepare to suffer! Souls-like combat adventure in a unique world. Learn to fight... then fight to realize your belief.A warrior gradually grows and uncovers the ultimate truth of world change.
Why similar: Souls-like 28%, Medieval 17.4%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Action-Adventure 10%, Combat 6.4%
- #25 Eternity: The Last Unicorn
84% matchMostly Negative35% of 223 reviews2019
Dev: Void StudiosPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Classic RPG, with lore based on Norse mythology. Travel through mesmerizing locations, meet fantasy characters and fight to protect Elven immortality.
Why similar: Mythology 24.4%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Action RPG 11.9%, RPG 11.4%, Adventure 8.7%
- #26 Asterigos: Curse of the Stars
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,389 reviews2022
Dev: Acme GamestudioPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Souls-like 21%, Mythology 19.3%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Action RPG 12.4%, Medieval 10.3%
- #27 FOUNTAINS
79% matchVery Positive84% of 460 reviews2024
Dev: John PywellPub: Crunching Koalas
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.8%, Hack and Slash 20.6%, Action RPG 16.6%, Top-Down 9.4%, Combat 5.8%
- #28 Judero
79% matchVery Positive98% of 383 reviews2024
Dev: Talha and Jack Co
Windows · Mac
A handmade action/adventure game based on the rich folklore of the Scottish Borders.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.4%, Medieval 21.8%, Action-Adventure 13%, Story Rich 7.6%, RPG 5.5%
- #29 Stonemachia
78% matchVery Positive96% of 51 reviews2026
Dev: Crossfall Games
Windows
Fight, Zefiro! Arm yourself with the power of chess and explore Medhelan, a land haunted by the Plague of Angels, in a dark action-adventure with soulslike elements. Will you be able to return to Heaven?
Why similar: Mythology 24%, Souls-like 23.9%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Medieval 13.9%, Atmospheric 5.1%
- #30 YAR: Forgotten Throne
76% matchVery Positive91% of 1,301 reviews2026
Dev: Honor Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
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 34.2%, Souls-like 23.3%, Action RPG 20.8%, Atmospheric 6%, RPG 4.5%
- #31 Bygone Dreams
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 91 reviews2025
Dev: Prime Time
Windows
Bygone Dreams is a high fantasy Action-Adventure set inside a surreal dream world. Face fantastical adversaries, solve puzzles, and fight your way through challenging bosses in your quest to save the world's matron deity and stop the nightmare consuming the dream.
Why similar: Action RPG 29.1%, Action-Adventure 19.6%, Souls-like 13.6%, Adventure 7.4%, Combat 6.3%
- #32 SoulQuest
75% matchVery Positive85% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: SoulBlade Studio LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Carve your path through hordes of enemies, defying the gods to seize the power of Morrigan, Goddess of Death, and retrieve the soul of your beloved! SoulQuest combines amazing gameplay with the unique Celtic mythology into one, action-packed mixture!
Why similar: Mythology 25.6%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Medieval 16.2%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Combat 6.8%
- #33 Greedventory
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 265 reviews2023
Dev: Black Tower BasementPub: Nordcurrent Labs
Windows
Greedventory is a gorgeous pixel-art linear action RPG experience, where the only thing between you and an embarrassingly swift death is your mouse. Strike, parry, and cast powerful spells on your enemies, loot ancient treasures, explore a brutal realm, and become the hero you never wanted to be!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.1%, Action RPG 16.9%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Dark Humor 10%, Medieval 8.2%
- #34 Chronos: Before the Ashes
78% matchMixed64% of 875 reviews2020
Dev: Gunfire GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Chronos: Before the Ashes is an atmospheric RPG that chronicles a hero’s lifelong quest to save their homeland from a great evil.
Why similar: Souls-like 43.5%, Action-Adventure 17%, RPG 7.4%, Action 7.2%, Adventure 6.8%
- #35 The Knightling
73% matchVery Positive89% of 450 reviews2025
Dev: TwirlboundPub: Saber Interactive
Windows
The Knightling is an open world, action-adventure where you play as an aspiring knight in search of their missing mentor, Sir Lionstone. Equipped with only a legendary shield, you’ll brave your way through the lands of Clesseia to become the unlikely hero.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.1%, Medieval 20.2%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Story Rich 8.5%, Fantasy 6%
- #36 Wyvia
75% matchVery Positive95% of 160 reviews2023
Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
Windows · Linux
Wyvia is an open world 3D action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs. Save your world from a monstrous invasion. Choose from 10 classes customizing them with a robust cross-class skill system, craft and upgrade tons of weapons, explore dungeons battling a variety of enemies, and defeat terrifying bosses!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.7%, Medieval 20.1%, Action RPG 16.2%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Top-Down 8.8%
- #37 Path of Redemption
76% matchVery Positive84% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: Headbang Studio
Windows
A challenging Souls-Like ARPG that you need to fight your way to survive the deadly enemies and enviroments.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.6%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Medieval 13%, Action RPG 12.8%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #38 The Awakener: Forgotten Oath
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 246 reviews2023
Dev: TANER GAMESPub: Gamera Games
Windows
The Awakener: Forgotten Oath is a rogue-like action game with a highly flexible combat system. ACT and Rogue-like lovers will embark on a thrilling adventure in a magical world called Sylvalond.
Why similar: Medieval 25.3%, Mythology 23.6%, Action RPG 18%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, RPG 7.7%
- #39 Immortal Heritage
74% matchVery Positive83% of 98 reviews2022
Dev: LC.Game
Windows
A 3D RPG !
Why similar: Action RPG 29.1%, Souls-like 16.1%, Combat 10.6%, Story Rich 9.3%, RPG 9.1%
- #40 Ragnar
71% matchVery Positive89% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: Fimbulwinter Games
Windows · Mac
In this epic Norse myth-inspired roguelike dungeon crawler, wield divine power to challenge Loki and uncover the secrets of the Nine Realms through the branches of Yggdrasil. Grow stronger and reshape Ragnarok’s fate with legendary weapons of the gods.
Why similar: Mythology 38%, Hack and Slash 31.8%, Top-Down 11%, RPG 8.3%, Action 6.4%
- #41 Narita Boy
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,802 reviews2021
Dev: Studio KobaPub: Team17
Windows · Mac
Median: 54 minMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Become symphonic in Narita Boy! A radical action-adventure as a legendary pixel hero trapped as a mere echo within the Digital Kingdom. Discover the mysteries behind the Techno-sword, lock swords with the corrupt and tainted Stallions. Save the world!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.3%, Action-Adventure 17.1%, Combat 10.3%, Story Rich 8.8%, Action 8.8%
- #42 Cubes and Knights
72% matchVery Positive93% of 83 reviews2022
Dev: Sergey Bobrov
Windows
You are strong and huge, you have a heavy sword in your hands, and somewhere deep an ancient evil is hidden. The King himself sent you on a difficult campaign: to find the immortal enemy of all people. Find ancient artifacts and work your way through the labyrinths with steel and magic.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.2%, Hack and Slash 24.3%, Medieval 19.8%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Fantasy 4.8%
- #43 RESTLESS SOUL
71% matchVery Positive92% of 321 reviews2022
Dev: Fuz GamesPub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Laugh in the face of death in this hauntingly humorous comedy adventure about a wayward soul trying to make it back to the land of the living. Engage in bullet-hell lite battles, solve puzzles, and communicate with the dead as you navigate this “colorful” world. Death is just the beginning.
Why similar: Action RPG 28.6%, Comedy 19.9%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Adventure 8.7%, RPG 8.1%
- #44 Jotun: Valhalla Edition
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,541 reviews2015
Dev: Thunder Lotus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Jotun is a hand-drawn action-exploration game set in Norse mythology. In Jotun, you play Thora, a Viking warrior who died an inglorious death and must prove herself to the Gods to enter Valhalla. Impress the Gods!
Why similar: Mythology 63.2%, Adventure 10.9%, Atmospheric 6.1%, Action 4.9%, Souls-like 4.2%
- #45 White Lavender
70% matchVery Positive93% of 282 reviews2022
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
A challenging adventure game with RPG-elements. Be a bug, fight other critters with swords and magic, collect powerful items such as pencils and teaspoons, meet cool characters, and up your fashion game on a journey to brew a special tea!
Why similar: Souls-like 28.4%, Hack and Slash 19.3%, Action RPG 15.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, RPG 5.5%
- #46 Creepy Tale: Snow Child
67% matchNo user reviews93% of 159 reviews2026
Dev: Creepy Brothers
Windows
An explosive mix of action and mystery, seasoned with black humor and a sinister atmosphere. Journey into Hell alongside a brave boy named Blizzy and defeat Evil itself. Save the world and become a hero. But at what cost?
Why similar: Action-Adventure 41.2%, Adventure 17.9%, Atmospheric 17.6%, Story Rich 17.1%, Singleplayer 4.2%
- #47 Hack and Slash Fury
68% matchVery Positive80% of 231 reviews2025
Dev: juan_poder_azure
Windows
Heavy Metal! Deep Combo System! Lot of Cinematics! Discover Legendary Warriors Forged in War! Destroy the dark empire! and save the world of his tiranity!!! Dark or Light?! Only one will Survive!!! Prepare your sword! And Anihilate all your enemies!
Why similar: Souls-like 29.5%, Hack and Slash 24.9%, Medieval 17.8%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Story Rich 5.9%
- #48 Lonely Knight
71% matchMixed59% of 115 reviews2022
Dev: The NRPub: NR Studio
Windows
Lonely Knight is a story that immerses you in an epic adventure in the medieval era. Avenge your wife as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast-paced combat, castle sieges, and more.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 26.1%, Medieval 25.8%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Adventure 11%, Action 9.2%
- #49 Thor's Ascension: Nine Realms
70% matchMixed68% of 81 reviews2024
Dev: Meta Sapien Games
Windows
Rule the god of thunder and challenge all the gods of the nine realms! In this Rogue-like, hack and slash game, develop your strategy and skills, subject all the gods who challenge you to your wrath, and become the only god of the universe.
Why similar: Mythology 41.5%, Hack and Slash 24.6%, Action 11.7%, 3D 8.5%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #50 A Bastard's Tale
72% matchVery Positive81% of 387 reviews2015
Dev: No Pest Productions
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A game about parrying, attacking, and overcoming difficult foes
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.1%, Medieval 20.1%, Indie 16.7%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Adventure 13.5%
- #51 Strayed Lights
69% matchVery Positive80% of 478 reviews2023
Dev: Embers
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Strayed Lights is a colourful action-adventure featuring epic boss fights and a unique parry-based combat system. Shift between colours to repel attacks and strike back. Explore a dreamlike world as you restore your light that was torn by shadows.
Why similar: Souls-like 37.8%, Action-Adventure 16%, Atmospheric 8%, Story Rich 7%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #52 Hyper Knights
70% matchVery Positive89% of 823 reviews2017
Dev: Endless Loop Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Slash and Dash, raise your army, learn powerful combos and take back your land!
Why similar: Medieval 32.3%, Hack and Slash 31%, Action 11.1%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Adventure 7.8%
- #53 ANCIENT RUS VS LIZARDS
69% matchMixed62% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Performance Artist Games
Windows
An action game about battles with hordes of aggressive humanoid lizards!
Why similar: Souls-like 32.9%, Hack and Slash 23.2%, Action RPG 15.1%, RPG 6.6%, Adventure 5.3%
- #54 Nyran Survivors
68% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.1%, Top-Down 16.9%, 3D 8%, Action 7.6%, Colorful 5.9%
- #55 Kingdom Come: Deliverance
67% matchVery Positive84% of 181,135 reviews2018
Dev: Warhorse Studios
Windows
Median: 13.6 hrsMean: 47.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Story-driven open-world RPG that immerses you in an epic adventure in the Holy Roman Empire. Avenge your parents' death as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Explore castles, forests, villages and other realistic settings in medieval Bohemia!
Why similar: Medieval 50.4%, RPG 13%, Action RPG 10%, Story Rich 8.8%, Adventure 5.8%
- #56 Nine Treasures of Liuyin
67% matchVery Positive80% of 296 reviews2024
Dev: kingnagame
Windows
This is a dark, soul like role-playing game, trying to create a different experience in this genre. The protagonist fights against a powerful enemy in this city in search of a divine artifact.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.6%, Action RPG 19.8%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Hack and Slash 9.3%, Combat 5.6%
- #57 Souldiers
68% matchMixed69% of 3,012 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 30.8%, Souls-like 28.7%, Combat 17.5%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 7.6%
- #58 Ertugrul of Ulukayin
65% matchVery Positive84% of 462 reviews2025
Dev: Tekden Studio
Windows
Become a medieval warrior in this action-adventure game. Discover traditional myths and fight for your tribe. Mount your horse, sharpen your weapons and explore an ancient semi-open world.
Why similar: Medieval 32.7%, Action-Adventure 19.7%, Adventure 10.4%, Story Rich 10%, Atmospheric 9.6%
- #59 Nine Sols
63% matchVery Positive94% of 41,041 reviews2024
Dev: RedCandleGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 17.8 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: Souls-like 38.6%, Mythology 27.7%, Action-Adventure 8%, Story Rich 6.7%, Atmospheric 6.4%
- #60 Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter
65% matchVery Positive80% of 1,894 reviews2025
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Embark upon a vast, snow-ravaged kingdom in Tails of Iron 2, sequel to the critically acclaimed action-RPG. As Arlo, heir to the Warden of the Wastes, adventure through harsh northern lands, home to giant beasts and ragtag bandits, in an epic quest to overcome an ancient, blood-starved evil.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.5%, Action RPG 17.9%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Medieval 8.2%, Combat 7.6%