Games Like Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Ultimate Edition is the complete edition of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, a dark and vivid new re-imagining of the Castlevania mythology. It is the end of days and ungodly powers isolate the Earth.

Why similar: Vampires 70.5% ★, Hack and Slash 11.2%, Gothic 6.7% ★, Action 4.6%, Adventure 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct prequel to the seed game, providing the essential foundation for the story and combat mechanics.

This sequel to Castlevania: Lords of Shadow reveals the story of the Belmonts as they battle destiny across generations to discover their true fate. Trevor Belmont, knight of the Brotherhood of Light, embarks on an epic quest to avenge his mother who was killed by his father Gabriel.

Why similar: Vampires 76.4% ★, Hack and Slash 6.6%, Action 4.6%, Gothic 4.5% ★, Adventure 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: This spin-off bridges the narrative gap between the two main Lords of Shadow titles with familiar gameplay elements.

The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 54.2%, Action 21.5%, Third Person 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.1%, Adventure 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers the gold standard for high-octane, stylish hack-and-slash combat that fans of the Lords of Shadow series will find deeply satisfying.

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: Metroidvania 27.6%, Gothic 24.7% ★, Vampires 18.9% ★, Action 13.8%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of the classic Castlevania series, it perfectly captures the metroidvania exploration and gothic aesthetic.

Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.3%, Action 18%, Adventure 11.7%, Third Person 7.4%, Metroidvania 4%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the action-adventure structure of the seed game, featuring a mix of hack-and-slash combat and environmental puzzles.

The ultimate DARKSIDERS II experience! 1080p native resolution. Reworked and tuned game balancing and loot distribution. Improved Graphic Render Engine for even higher visual quality, lighting and shadows. Improved and reworked level, character and environment graphics.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 47.8%, Action 16.7%, Adventure 11.7%, Third Person 6%, Action RPG 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands on the action-adventure formula with deeper RPG elements and a grand, dark fantasy world.

London, 1918. You are newly-turned Vampyr Dr. Jonathan Reid. As a doctor, you must find a cure to save the city’s flu-ravaged citizens. As a Vampyr, you are cursed to feed on those you vowed to heal.

Why similar: Vampires 92.4% ★, Action 1.9%, Third Person 1.1%, Adventure 0.8%, Action RPG 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on the vampire theme, offering a dark, narrative-driven experience set in a moody, atmospheric world.

His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.1%, Action 19.5%, Adventure 13.6%, Third Person 8.7%, Action RPG 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: The cinematic third-person action and epic scale of the combat feel like a natural evolution of the Lords of Shadow style.

Developed by Kojima Productions and PlatinumGames, METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE takes the renowned METAL GEAR franchise into exciting new territory with an all-new action experience. The game seamlessly melds pure action and epic story-telling that surrounds Raiden – a child soldier transformed into a half-human, half-cyborg ninja who...

Why similar: Hack and Slash 56.1%, Action 17.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.3%, Third Person 6%, Gore 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers fast-paced, high-skill spectacle combat that rewards precision and aggressive playstyles.

Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

Why similar: Vampires 64.1% ★, Gothic 15.3% ★, Metroidvania 6.8%, Action 3.4%, Hack and Slash 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully blends gothic horror with metroidvania exploration and visceral combat.

In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 57.7%, Action 19.2%, Adventure 6.7%, Third Person 5.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This reboot offers a modern, edgy take on the spectacle fighter genre with a dark, demon-filled aesthetic.

Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of Rayne’s second adventure: a blood-soaked rampage of vengeance against the Cult of Kagan, a group led by Rayne's half-siblings that seek to carry out their father Kagan's legacy by creating a new era of vampire supremacy.

Why similar: Vampires 81.3% ★, Hack and Slash 9.8%, Action 4.2%, Gore 1.5%, Third Person 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic vampire-themed action game that focuses on stylish, fast-paced combat against supernatural foes.

Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!

Why similar: Vampires 74.5% ★, Metroidvania 9.1%, Gothic 7.5% ★, Action 6.6%, Great Soundtrack 1%

Why You'll Like It: This collection provides the classic 2D metroidvania experience that defined the series' gothic roots.

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: Metroidvania 29.9%, Gothic 28.8% ★, Action 10.4%, Gore 7.8%, Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: The dark, religious-gothic aesthetic and challenging action-adventure gameplay resonate strongly with the tone of the seed game.

Cast down from power by a mysterious warlord centuries ago, Kain reawakens in a world he barely recognises. His armies slain, his vampire brethren nearly extinct, Kain is one of the last of his kind. With an agenda of vengeance, Kain shall unleash a wicked wrath to uncover the plot that threatens the land he seeks to conquer.

Why similar: Vampires 87.9% ★, Gothic 3.5% ★, Action 3.3%, Hack and Slash 1.5%, Adventure 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title allows players to step into the shoes of a powerful vampire in a dark, war-torn world.

Fight through Mordor and uncover the truth of the spirit that compels you, discover the origins of the Rings of Power, build your legend and ultimately confront the evil of Sauron in this new chronicle of Middle-earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.8%, Action 22%, Adventure 13.7%, Third Person 11.8%, Fantasy 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features a dark fantasy setting with fluid third-person combat that emphasizes powerful, supernatural abilities.

Follow a gripping, surprise-filled journey as two dissimilar characters form an uneasy partnership in order to survive through a perilous, post-apocalyptic America. 150 years in the future, war and destruction have left the world in ruins with few humans remaining and nature having reclaimed the world.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 41%, Action 21.7%, Adventure 18.9%, Third Person 8.8%, Singleplayer 3%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio as Lords of Shadow, it shares a similar cinematic approach to third-person action-adventure.

Konami's Castlevania Anniversary Collection traces the origins of the historic vampire franchise. Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.

Why similar: Vampires 77.5% ★, Action 6%, Gothic 5.1% ★, Adventure 4.5%, Metroidvania 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: This collection is essential for understanding the historical roots of the gothic action-adventure gameplay found in the seed game.

Return to an apocalyptic Earth in Darksiders III, a hack-n-slash Action Adventure where players assume the role of FURY in her quest to hunt down and dispose of the Seven Deadly Sins. The most enigmatic of the Four Horsemen, FURY must bring balance to the forces that now ravage Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 51.9%, Action 14.6%, Adventure 10%, Third Person 5.8%, Metroidvania 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: It refines the hack-and-slash combat of the series with a more focused, souls-like approach to exploration.

Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night.

Why similar: Vampires 92.2% ★, Gothic 3.1% ★, Action 1.1%, Action RPG 0.6%, RPG 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: It is the quintessential vampire RPG, offering a deep, dark, and immersive world for fans of the genre.

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

Why similar: Vampires 63.7% ★, Gothic 17% ★, Action 6.3%, Metroidvania 5.5%, Adventure 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action game that captures the spirit of classic Castlevania with tight, challenging platforming.

Plunge into a dark fantasy Action-RPG, harnessing powerful magic alongside a satisfying combat system. When the tyrannical god, Adyr, invades the human realm seeking vengeance for his imprisonment, humanity calls upon an unlikely defender… a convicted sinner named Harkyn.

Why similar: Action 23.2%, Action RPG 15.8%, Adventure 13.7%, Third Person 13.1%, Fantasy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy action-RPG features heavy, deliberate combat that fits the gothic aesthetic of the seed game.

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

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26%, Adventure 13.9%, Action 12.9%, Third Person 12%, Dark 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a deeply atmospheric, narrative-driven third-person action experience that focuses on the protagonist's internal and external struggles.

Inhabiting the World of Darkness, you must face a series of brutal confrontations with your nemesis Vukodlak, a powerful vampire lord.

Why similar: Vampires 94.6% ★, Violent 1.2%, Action 0.8%, Third Person 0.7%, RPG 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RPG that explores the long-spanning history of a vampire, mirroring the immortal narrative of Dracula.

Play as the vampire Kain and his betrayed lieutenant Raziel. Wield legendary blades, use supernatural abilities, and battle through a world of conflict, intrigue, and prophecy as their paths collide across the dark world of Nosgoth.

Why similar: Vampires 74.7% ★, Gothic 8.4% ★, Action 7.1%, Adventure 5.5%, Dark 0.9%

Batman™: Arkham Knight brings the award-winning Arkham trilogy from Rocksteady Studios to its epic conclusion. Developed exclusively for New-Gen platforms, Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady's uniquely designed version of the Batmobile.

Why similar: Action 36.3%, Adventure 19%, Third Person 17.9%, Epic 10.1% ★, Dark 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: The third-person action and dark, atmospheric world-building provide a similar sense of scale and traversal to the modern setting of the seed game.

Put on your wide-brimmed hat, grab your weapons and embark on an incredible adventure in the gothic-noir world of Borgovia, where mad science threatens the fragile peace between monster and mortal.

Why similar: Vampires 54.9% ★, Hack and Slash 21.8%, Gothic 7.2% ★, Action 5%, Action RPG 4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers an action-RPG experience set in a gothic world filled with monsters and supernatural threats.

“Ryse: Son of Rome” tells the story of Marius Titus, a young Roman soldier who witnesses the murder of his family at the hands of barbarian bandits, then travels with the Roman army to Britannia to seek revenge.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 59.3%, Action 18.8%, Third Person 7.4%, Adventure 6.5%, Gore 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A highly cinematic hack-and-slash game that prioritizes visual flair and visceral combat encounters.

Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!

Why similar: Vampires 78.7% ★, Metroidvania 8.4%, Action 6.5%, Action RPG 3.8%, RPG 0.8%

Take control of two powerful and highly evolved vampires: Kain, an all-powerful demigod, and Raziel, a demonic angel of death. Each equipped with a legendary sword, Kain & Raziel must battle through a world loaded with conflict and intrigue as they attempt to unravel their destinies and defeat the dark forces that seek to condemn...

Why similar: Vampires 79.9% ★, Gothic 5.6% ★, Hack and Slash 5.1%, Action 3.8%, Adventure 2.9%

Experience the epic conflict of Kain and Raziel in original form or with remastered graphics.

Why similar: Vampires 39.1% ★, Hack and Slash 24.2%, Action 11.8%, Adventure 9.5%, Third Person 8%

In this sequel to the critically acclaimed Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, reassume the role of Raziel, and travel back through the currents of time into various eras of Nosgoth's past in your relentless pursuit of Kain.

Why similar: Vampires 80.8% ★, Gothic 7.8% ★, Action 3.4%, Adventure 3.1%, Hack and Slash 1.7%

The Queen of Vampires emerges from the ashes of history, seeking to destroy the world of humans and rule over its ruins! No one, human or vampire, will stand in her way!Count Dracula awakens, weakened and stripped of his powers after years of healing from his last battle with Dr. Van Helsing.

Why similar: Vampires 85.4% ★, Gothic 9.1% ★, Adventure 1.8%, Fantasy 1.1%, Great Soundtrack 0.8%

Another story of Bloodlust, this time told through the eyes of Ravenblood; part Ghost... part Vampire... and 100% bada$$. His journey in search of lost strength and revenge will take you through the dark tombs and dungeons of the Vampirem.

Why similar: Vampires 81.3% ★, Hack and Slash 7.8%, Action 6.3%, Third Person 1.8%, Action RPG 1.2%

In the second part of the unfolding saga that could also be enjoyed independently, you can explore new corners of this unique world and experience the mix of old-school gothic and mad science, with more action, powerful foes and plenty of stunning places to visit.

Why similar: Vampires 62.4% ★, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Gothic 7% ★, Action 5.6%, Adventure 4.3%

You are the Nomad — an elder vampire awakening from a century-long slumber, new to the modern nights. Trapped in your Blood is a stranger’s voice. This entity, a vampire detective known as Fabien, will be your guide to 21st-century Seattle.

Why similar: Vampires 93.1% ★, Action 3.3%, Gore 0.9%, Violent 0.6%, Adventure 0.6%

Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. In the slaughter that ensued, the demonic forces defeated the heavenly hosts and laid claim to the Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.4%, Action 20.3%, Adventure 12.5%, Third Person 8.4%, Fantasy 3.2%

Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of the action horror game that unleashed the red-headed dhampir on the world. In a story spanning five years, Rayne must stop a madman bent on using occult relics to bring about a new age of domination for the Third Reich.

Why similar: Vampires 76.1% ★, Hack and Slash 9.3%, Gothic 5.4% ★, Action 3.3%, Gore 1.3%

Van Helsing, monster hunter will face the most difficult trials of his life as he is trying to destroy his nemesis. The civil war is over in Borgovia, but the future still looks grim. The city of weird science is in ruins and a strange cult prophesises the coming of the end times.

Why similar: Vampires 72.9% ★, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Action 4.9%, Adventure 3.8%, Action RPG 2.2%

Enter the dark underworld of Prince of Persia Warrior Within, the sword-slashing sequel to the critically acclaimed Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time™. Hunted by Dahaka, an immortal incarnation of Fate seeking divine retribution, the Prince embarks upon a path of both carnage and mystery to defy his preordained death.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.8%, Action 25.2%, Adventure 14.9%, Third Person 11%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%

Bela Lugosi returns as Prince Dracula in this classicvania horror platformer! Battle your way through the monster plagued countryside, evade deadly traps and pitfalls, overcome Dracula’s commanders in single combat, and discover the secret history of your monstrous foes.

Why similar: Vampires 86.1% ★, Gothic 10.5% ★, Adventure 1.9%, Horror 0.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 43.8%, Metroidvania 20.9%, Adventure 13.5%, Fantasy 8.7%, Action RPG 8.4%

DARK is a unique stealth-action game with RPG elements in which you take on the role of the ultimate hunter: a vampire. Ambush your enemies from the shadows, roam the darkness and use powerful vampire skills to dispatch your opponents.

Why similar: Vampires 89.7% ★, Action 2.8%, Third Person 2.1%, Adventure 2%, Fantasy 1.1%

Awaken as a Vampire. Hunt for blood in nearby settlements to regain your strength and evade the scorching sun to survive. Raise your castle and thrive in an ever-changing, open world full of mystery. Gain allies online and conquer the land of the living.

Why similar: Vampires 90.2% ★, Hack and Slash 6.7%, Action 1.5%, Adventure 1.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.

Why similar: Vampires 56.2% ★, Gothic 15.2% ★, Action 11.8%, Adventure 9%, Metroidvania 5.8%

The popular stylish action games Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 2, and Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition return in one collection!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.6%, Gothic 20.1% ★, Action 14.1%, Third Person 4.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%

BloodRayne is a dhampir, born from the unnatural union of vampire and human. Blessed with the powers of a vampire but cursed with the thirst for blood and a weakness to sunlight, Rayne is challenged with her most personal battle yet as she hunts down her siblings.

Why similar: Vampires 88.2% ★, Hack and Slash 4.8%, Action 4.5%, Third Person 1.1%, Gore 0.9%

Bloodlust 2: Nemesis is a "Hack 'n Slash - Dungeon Crawling - Action RPG" experience that will allow players to explore the dark underworld of a forgotten society of Vampires and their disciplines, all while trying to solve the secrets to their bloodline's scientifically enhanced monstrous power.

Why similar: Vampires 89.2% ★, Hack and Slash 6.5%, Action 3.7%, RPG 0.6%

Arise from the dead as the 'Cursed King' in an enthralling action platformer. Wield the chains that once imprisoned you to vanquish foes and traverse your fallen kingdom. Uncover hidden areas, strategically level up, and reclaim your throne by banishing colossal bosses!

Why similar: Vampires 78.6% ★, Action 5.8%, Metroidvania 5.5%, Adventure 5.2%, Action RPG 3.3%

Galidon is a vampire kingdom. You’re a lawful heir. The power struggle and an intriguing plot are in place. 21 levels contain quests and crafting. The gameplay is rapid, bloodthirsty and intransigent and doesn't forgive a single mistake. Devoid of Shadows is a heat in the chill dungeons of the Labyrinth!

Why similar: Vampires 90.1% ★, Action 4.6%, Action RPG 1.2%, Adventure 1.2%, RPG 0.7%

Combine your vampiric skills with the sharp edge of your blade in this medieval vampire hack‘n‘slay. Battle through hordes of monsters to restore your honor after you, a legendary and feared vampire hunter, have been turned into a vampire yourself!

Why similar: Vampires 85.2% ★, Hack and Slash 9.1%, Action 4.4%, RPG 0.6%, Fantasy 0.6%

Bloodlust is a dungeon crawling / action RPG experience that will allow players to explore the dark underworld of a forgotten society of Vampires and their disciplines, all while trying to battle for hierarchy among the clans in search of their sire.

Why similar: Vampires 96.3% ★, Action 2.7%, RPG 0.5%, Action RPG 0.5%

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

Why similar: Vampires 86.2% ★, Third Person 2.9%, Action 2.8%, Adventure 2.2%, Action RPG 2.1%

Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Action 24%, Adventure 16.5%, Action RPG 8.5%, RPG 4.1%

Embark on an adventure in a gothic-noir world, where mad science threatens the peace between monsters and mortals. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut is definitive edition of the trilogy with six playable classes and a new endgame mode with a huge variety of open missions!

Why similar: Vampires 68.4% ★, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Gothic 7.1% ★, Action 3.6%, Adventure 3.4%

The smash-hit stylish action game DMC4 is back and better than ever, boasting new playable characters and game modes!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 59.7%, Action 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.3%, Third Person 6.3%, Adventure 3.3%

You are Cahal, a powerful Garou who chose to go into exile after losing control of his destructive rage. He can transform into a wolf and a Crinos, a huge ferocious beast. Master your three forms and their powers to punish those who defile Gaia.

Why similar: Vampires 74.3% ★, Hack and Slash 9.7%, Action 3.5%, Adventure 2.8%, Third Person 2.6%