Games Like Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Ultimate Edition

Dracula, weak and yearning release from immortality, must reclaim his powers and defeat Satan. An epic fantasy adventure set in an expansive modern-day world!Awoken after centuries of slumber, weakened and yearning for release from his immortal bonds, Dracula must reclaim his powers and make a pact with Death, to defeat Satan and gain...

Why similar: Vampire 37.2% ★, Hack and Slash 23.6%, Gothic 14.4% ★, Action 9.8%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel continues the epic dark fantasy narrative and refined hack-and-slash combat of the original.

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: Vampire 31.1% ★, Hack and Slash 21.8%, Action 11.8%, Gothic 10.8% ★, Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: It bridges the gap between the two main Lords of Shadow titles with a focus on side-scrolling action and exploration.

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 47.5%, Action 12.9%, Adventure 9.8%, Fantasy 5.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands the scope of the original with deeper RPG elements and a larger, more varied dark fantasy world.

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 48.1%, Action 15%, Adventure 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Third Person 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the Lords of Shadow structure by combining Zelda-like dungeon exploration with satisfying hack-and-slash combat.

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 40.7%, Action 16.8%, Adventure 15.8%, Third Person 7.1%, Story Rich 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio, this game shares the cinematic presentation, character-driven story, and fluid third-person traversal.

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 48.8%, Action 12.7%, Spectacle fighter 9.5% ★, Great Soundtrack 8%, Character Action Game 7.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: Its modern, cinematic approach to hack-and-slash combat feels very similar to the spectacle-heavy style of Lords of Shadow.

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 44.4%, Character Action Game 14% ★, Action 11.9%, Spectacle fighter 10.6% ★, Great Soundtrack 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers the pinnacle of stylish, fast-paced hack-and-slash combat that fans of the genre will appreciate.

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 26.8%, Gothic 26.4% ★, Action 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Adventure 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: As a spiritual successor to the classic Castlevania games, it captures the series' signature exploration and monster-hunting feel.

“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 45.2%, Quick-Time Events 29% ★, Action 11.2%, Third Person 4.6%, Adventure 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes cinematic presentation and QTE-heavy combat sequences that mirror the intensity of Lords of Shadow boss fights.

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: Gothic 26.3% ★, Metroidvania 25%, Dark Fantasy 18.9%, Action 10.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a deeply religious, gothic atmosphere and challenging combat that will appeal to fans of dark fantasy.

PlatinumGames’ universally acclaimed action masterpiece finally comes to PC. Experience the over-the-top stylish action in 60fps at unlocked HD resolutions. The definitive way to play: being bad never felt so good.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 41.2%, Action 12.6%, Character Action Game 10.4% ★, Spectacle fighter 10.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It is widely considered one of the best hack-and-slash games, offering incredible combat depth and a flamboyant 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 42.5%, Great Soundtrack 18.3%, Spectacle fighter 11.2% ★, Action 10.4%, Character Action Game 9.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: An over-the-top spectacle fighter that delivers high-energy action and memorable boss encounters.

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 29.7%, Action 18.4%, Fantasy 15%, Adventure 12.4%, Third Person 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a dark fantasy setting with fluid, third-person combat that emphasizes crowd control and powerful abilities.

Alice: Madness Returns is a third-person, single-player, action adventure platformer. Visit the grim reality of Victorian London and travel to the beautiful yet ghastly Wonderland to uncover the root of Alice's madness.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.9%, Gothic 26.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Fantasy 6.6%, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, twisted take on a classic tale that features platforming and hack-and-slash combat within a gothic, surreal world.

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 40.3%, Gothic 12.7% ★, Character Action Game 10.9% ★, Action 9.7%, Spectacle fighter 8.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: This collection is essential for anyone looking to experience the history of the hack-and-slash genre.

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: Dark Fantasy 26%, Fantasy 16.3%, Action 16.1%, Medieval 10.7%, Adventure 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that focuses on heavy, methodical combat and atmospheric exploration.

The critically acclaimed Prince of Persia® franchise returns for the first time on next-generation platforms with an all-new epic journey. Built by the same award-winning Ubisoft Montreal studio that created Assassin's Creed™, Prince of Persia has been in development for over three years to deliver a whole new action-adventure gaming...

Why similar: Action 25%, Adventure 22.3%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, Third Person 11.2%, Fantasy 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: The 2008 entry features a beautiful, stylized world with a heavy emphasis on cinematic platforming and one-on-one combat.

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: Vampire 35.9% ★, Action 16.8%, Adventure 13.6%, Gothic 13.2% ★, Metroidvania 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This collection provides the classic 2D roots that defined the gothic aesthetic and gameplay style of the series.

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: Hack and Slash 47.1%, Vampire 14.5% ★, Gothic 11.4% ★, Action 8.5%, Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans into the gothic monster-hunting theme with action-RPG mechanics and a dark, moody environment.

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 53.8%, Action 11.9%, Adventure 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 6%, Third Person 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: This entry introduces a more challenging, souls-like combat system while maintaining the series' signature action-adventure roots.

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: Vampire 33.9% ★, Metroidvania 16.2%, Gothic 14.9% ★, Action 14%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep dive into the metroidvania-style gameplay that made the franchise a legend.

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 26.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Adventure 11.7%, Action 10.1%, Third Person 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in cinematic, dark fantasy storytelling with intense, intimate third-person combat.

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: Vampire 46.3% ★, Action 14.7%, Gothic 14.2% ★, Adventure 12.2%, Fantasy 4%

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: Vampire 50.8% ★, Action 12.1%, Gothic 11.8% ★, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Adventure 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic action-adventure title that puts you in the role of a powerful vampire in a dark, decaying world.

Behold the fierce blend of "Warriors" and "Berserk"!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 51.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Action 13.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%, Nudity 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy hack-and-slash that captures the brutal, visceral nature of the source material's combat.

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: Vampire 50.8% ★, Metroidvania 15.1%, Action 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Action-Adventure 5.5%

A game that will show gamers the deepest, darkest side of the Force in a story that puts them on a collision course with Luke Skywalker himself.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 44.6%, Action 17.3%, Quick-Time Events 12% ★, Third Person 8.8%, Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features cinematic, power-heavy combat that feels similar to the spectacle-driven action found in Lords of Shadow.

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: Vampire 32.6% ★, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Gothic 13.4% ★, Action 9.8%, Adventure 7.9%

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 46.6%, Action 16.4%, Adventure 10.8%, Third Person 7%, Fantasy 6.2%

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

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Action 12.8%, Adventure 11.2%, Fantasy 10.6%

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: Vampire 28.6% ★, Gothic 25.9% ★, Action 10.3%, Metroidvania 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%

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

Why similar: Hack and Slash 42.3%, Character Action Game 13.4% ★, Action 13.1%, Spectacle fighter 10.2% ★, Great Soundtrack 9.2%

Ready to die? Experience the newest brutal action game from Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo Games. In the age of samurai, a lone traveler lands on the shores of Japan. He must fight his way through the vicious warriors and supernatural Yokai that infest the land in order to find that which he seeks.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.6%, Action 16.4%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Third Person 6.5%, Fantasy 5.6%

Capcom’s riveting samurai adventure returns! This version includes the original game’s intense swordplay and dramatic revenge story, plus improved controls, widescreen display, a new soundtrack, and more. Experience this enhanced version of the best-selling action-adventure classic!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 55.4%, Action 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%, Third Person 5.4%, Singleplayer 3.1%

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: Vampire 39.1% ★, Hack and Slash 29.7%, Gothic 12.9% ★, Action 8.4%, Third Person 3.3%

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: Vampire 35.2% ★, Gothic 18.9% ★, Action 8.9%, Adventure 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 6.3%

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: Vampire 35.6% ★, Gothic 29.2% ★, Metroidvania 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Action 7%

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: Hack and Slash 34.5%, Vampire 23% ★, Gothic 14% ★, Adventure 7.8%, Action 7.5%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 48.2%, Action 15%, Character Action Game 12.1% ★, Adventure 9.6%, Spectacle fighter 6.2% ★

Moroi is a grimdark fairytale with an even darker sense of humor. Experience frantic combat, perplexing puzzles, and a twisting narrative anchored by a bizarre cast of characters. Can you break free from eternal madness?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.6%, Adventure 14.6%, Vampire 13.4% ★, Action 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%

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: Vampire 67.5% ★, Gothic 13.3% ★, Action 5.3%, Great Soundtrack 4.2%, Story Rich 2.1%

A vast world awaits in the medieval, dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen. As a fabled Dark Crusader, embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. The final major update Version 2.5 is out now: features deadlier boss battles and all-new Veteran Mode.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.2%, Medieval 17.3%, Action 16.4%, Fantasy 14.6%, Adventure 14.1%

Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.2%, Dark Fantasy 19.8%, Action 15.6%, Fantasy 9%, Third Person 8.9%

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: Vampire 24.6% ★, Gothic 20.8% ★, Action 17.7%, Adventure 14.5%, Metroidvania 9%

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 28.3%, Action 20.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.2%, Adventure 12.7%, Third Person 9.1%

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: Vampire 44.4% ★, Hack and Slash 36.5%, Action 14%, Fantasy 4.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%

DARKSIDERS: GENESIS gives players their first look at the world of DARKSIDERS before the events of the original game. Furthermore, it introduces the fourth and last horseman STRIFE, as well as Co-op gameplay for the first time in the history of the franchise.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 60%, Action 18.5%, Adventure 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%, Fantasy 2.3%

An action-adventure in a medieval fantasy universe. Learn all about the adventures of mighty Swordbreaker before his appearance in the castle. Destroy enemies with a sword, magic, and a unique device — the swordbreaker, from which the hero got his alias!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.3%, Action 13%, Adventure 11.7%, Spectacle fighter 7.6% ★, Fantasy 7.5%

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: Vampire 38.2% ★, Hack and Slash 24.4%, Character Action Game 12.8% ★, Action 8.2%, Spectacle fighter 7.9% ★

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: Hack and Slash 37.7%, Vampire 19% ★, Gothic 12.8% ★, Action 10.8%, Adventure 8.9%

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

Why similar: Vampire 76.7% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Story Rich 3.9%, Action 3.7%, Third Person 3.2%

Experience an amazing adventure in one of the most fascinating universes! Amidst conspiracy and betrayal, try to survive the orchestrated machinations around the Iron Throne.

Why similar: Fantasy 24.4%, Action 21.2%, Medieval 16.5%, Third Person 12.8%, Adventure 9.7%

An intense first person shooter that delivers a twisted and gripping narrative of tragedy, modern crime drama, and supernatural horror.

Why similar: Action 57.6%, Adventure 11.2%, Singleplayer 9.6%, Story Rich 7.9%, Atmospheric 7.7%

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: Vampire 65.3% ★, Action 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%, Third Person 5%, Story Rich 3.8%

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 32%, Metroidvania 32%, Action 19.8%, Adventure 6.9%, Atmospheric 4.4%

A dark fantasy RPG dungeon crawler, with challenging real-time tactical combat, a wide variety of spells, and a dark and brooding dungeon full of lethal enemies, sadistic traps, and mind-bending puzzles.

Why similar: Vampire 44% ★, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Action 8%, Adventure 7.4%

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: Vampire 53.9% ★, Action 10.7%, Fantasy 9.7%, Third Person 8.3%, Adventure 8%