- #1 Glory Hunters
97% matchPositive84% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: 2think design studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Glory Hunters is an all-new action-adventure RPG using retro handheld graphics with a unique and original twist: you progress through the game by obtaining achievements.
Why similar: CRPG 23%, Nonlinear 13.8%, Open World 12.1%, Choices Matter 8.6%, Action RPG 8.3%
- #2 GrimmVale
96% matchNo user reviews2029
Dev: GrimmVale Studios Limited
Windows · Mac
GrimmVale is a story-rich RPG set in a dark world of twisted fairy tales. Chased from her home, separated from her parents, and pursued by Wolves and Witches, Jill must gather allies and seek out the sources of magic to bring down the dreaded Wolf King, and regain the peace and family she has lost.
Why similar: CRPG 23.6%, Dialogue Heavy 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Action RPG 9.6%, Magic 7.6%
- #3 Dicefall
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DropC Gamestudio
Windows
Immerse yourself in a 2D action RPG where you explore the metropolis of Dicefall and let the roll of the dice decide victory or defeat. Craft powerful dice, upgrade your abilities, make crucial decisions, and survive the city’s political power struggles to find your missing brother.
Why similar: CRPG 22.6%, Open World 14.4%, RPG 11.6%, Action RPG 11.2%, Nonlinear 9.1%
- #4 Donjon: The Dark Fantasy
95% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: bitdesync
Windows
Can the Hero reach the donjon of the dark castle looming over the village he once called home? An immersive first-person RPG with old-school graphics.
Why similar: CRPG 23.3%, Nonlinear 14.6%, Open World 9.9%, Action RPG 8.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #5 Zinkara
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ABTEL STUDIO
Windows
"Zinkara" is a game created by a four-person team of passionate developers – a tribute to classic RPGs, told in the language of a new catastrophe.
Why similar: CRPG 29.4%, Action RPG 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, RPG 8.3%, Magic 8.2%
- #6 Asterfel
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mysteria Studio UG
Windows
Welcome to Asterfel, an island shaped by ambition, conflict, and something far older stirring beneath the surface. Encounter three factions, discover forgotten history, and shape the island’s future. Will you thrive, survive, or witness the end of an era?
Why similar: CRPG 17%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Medieval 12.7%, Open World 11.9%, Action RPG 11.1%
- #7 Province: Suroste
93% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Ztry8 (AslanD)
Windows
A handcrafted retro open-world RPG inspired by classic fantasy adventures. Explore a low-fantasy world, investigate a mysterious murder, fight dangerous enemies, trade with merchants, and uncover the secrets of a living world built entirely by a solo developer.
Why similar: CRPG 18%, Open World 15.9%, Action RPG 11.2%, RPG 9.9%, Inventory Management 8.2%
- #8 Azarine Heart
92% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: Rowen HortonPub: Blue Hawk Studio
Windows
What will you sacrifice for the safety of your sister? An open-world, 2D RPG that encourages an open playstyle, and fitting into whatever role you can think of; evil sorcerer, brave barbarian, or a sly, lucky thief.
Why similar: CRPG 27.2%, Open World 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Choices Matter 9.6%, RPG 7.8%
- #9 Drova - Forsaken Kin
91% matchVery Positive94% of 9,786 reviews2024
Dev: Just2DPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.
Why similar: CRPG 23.5%, Open World 11.7%, Action RPG 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, RPG 8.5%
- #10 Bound Crystal Saga
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WendeooPub: Deadpix Studios
Windows
Bound Crystal Saga is an action RPG where you control one of four unique heroes, each with distinct abilities and personalities. The day and night cycle, as well as the weather, influences events and even the heroes' powers. Bind the crystal, choose your hero, and save the kingdom!
Why similar: CRPG 39%, Action RPG 13.1%, RPG 11.2%, Medieval 9.3%, Magic 7%
- #11 Tales of Anturia: Farathan
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sartorian
Windows
Explore, fight and discover the great conspiracy lingering in the shadows. In this third-person RPG. Pick one of three sides and enjoy the open world.
Why similar: CRPG 17%, Nonlinear 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Open World 12.8%, Medieval 10.1%
- #12 Roads of Destiny
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Norllina Studio
Windows
Roads of Destiny is an action RPG game featuring a sorceress and a magical dog as the main characters.
Why similar: CRPG 32.4%, Nonlinear 13.7%, Action RPG 12.9%, RPG 9.9%, Magic 9.5%
- #13 Deadvale
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Red Altar
Windows · Mac
Deadvale is a free story-driven RPG combining literary depth and complex morality of 2000s classics with physics, puzzles, and action. A grounded, human journey where each decision matters and maintaining humanity is a constant battle. Can redemption can be found, or is the truth too heavy to bear?
Why similar: CRPG 21.6%, Medieval 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Dialogue Heavy 12.3%, Action RPG 11.8%
- #14 Mystic Depths: The Corrupted King
88% matchNegative8% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: François DuchesnePub: Duchesne Games
Windows
Explore dark mines, oppressed cities, and ancient secrets in this atmospheric RPG set in Mystic Depths, where exploration, survival, and mystery intertwine beneath the shadow of the Baldemar Empire. The full game automatically detects and imports demo saves found on the same computer.
Why similar: CRPG 32.4%, Medieval 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Nonlinear 9.8%, Old School 7.8%
- #15 Beyond Hatred
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Victor Morales
Windows
Action‑RPG focused on exploration where you play as a sorcerer who must level up, equip yourself, learn new spells, and use them wisely to progress through a world filled with dangers, challenges, and adversity.
Why similar: CRPG 32.7%, Open World 11.6%, Action RPG 11.5%, RPG 8.5%, Exploration 7.8%
- #16 Stars Of Celestar
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Celestar Interactive
Windows
Brave the unknown in Stars Of Celestar, a 2D action-adventure RPG. Explore the legendary Tower, face formidable creatures, master unique abilities — even with your voice — and uncover the secrets of a world full of mysteries.
Why similar: CRPG 34.5%, Action RPG 11.6%, Open World 10.9%, Exploration 8.6%, RPG 8.4%
- #17 The Onyx Crown
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Insaenium Games
Windows
The kingdom of Acrunos lies in ruins after decades of civil war, unleashing monstrous horrors upon the land. As an unlikely hero, you must rise, forge alliances, and battle the darkness. Shape the fate of the realm in this choice-driven fantasy RPG. Do you have what it takes to don The Onyx Crown?
Why similar: CRPG 32.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Action RPG 13.3%, RPG 9.5%, Magic 8.6%
- #18 Melted Kingdoms
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Maze TeamPub: Tinaynox
Windows
Welcome to the Melted Kingdoms, a desolate world of ruin and forgotten secrets. These lands are filled with unexpected adventures, dangerous encounters, extraordinary creatures, political intrigue, and large-scale conflicts, where every choice you make leads to serious consequences.
Why similar: CRPG 30.6%, Nonlinear 14.2%, Open World 12.6%, RPG 10.6%, Inventory Management 7.8%
- #19 Orkendale: The Scarred Land
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: UNICORE Games Studio
Windows
Orkendale: The Scarred Land is an open-world role-playing game in which the fate of an entire continent is in your hands. Whether the orcs will be able to take over the continent or humanity will defeat them will depend only on your decisions...
Why similar: CRPG 22.5%, Open World 13.7%, Medieval 13.2%, Action RPG 12.9%, Choices Matter 8.7%
- #20 Outwith
84% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Jeff Clark
Windows
Outwith is a first-person, single-player open-world RPG set in a hand-crafted medieval fantasy world. Meet its inhabitants, face lurking dangers, uncover ancient secrets and shape a world that responds to your actions. Let your curiosity guide you as you wander this dark and mysterious land.
Why similar: Open World 17.7%, Nonlinear 15.6%, Medieval 12.8%, Magic 10.8%, Choices Matter 9.8%
- #21 D' Mär Lucidium: Grimmgart
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nott Otter
Windows
Your personality shapes your story in this first-person open-world RPG. Explore Grimmgart valley, scarred by the War for Divinity, and make choices through rich, layered dialogues. Shape your own playstyle and take your role in this new world.
Why similar: Open World 15.9%, Dialogue Heavy 14.4%, Medieval 10%, Action RPG 9.6%, Magic 8.8%
- #22 Ashes of Kardoria
81% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: Ashes of Kardoria
Windows
A dark choice-driven RPG where moral decisions shape your path. Face a brutal island torn by plague, hunger, and a growing orc threat. Pick a faction, hone your skills, battle unique bosses, and fight for a future worth its cost.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 17%, Action RPG 15%, Open World 14.3%, Medieval 13.2%, Choices Matter 11.8%
- #23 Codex Lost
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 81 reviews2024
Dev: FreemanaPub: JanduSoft
Windows
The new open world, spellcasting action-RPG. The grimoires have been stolen, civilisation is in ruins. Rise, Curator! Craft ancient elemental magics and challenge the great lords who threaten to fracture reality itself.
Why similar: Nonlinear 17%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Open World 13.3%, Action RPG 10.6%, Medieval 9.9%
- #24 SpellMaster: The Saga
82% matchMixed41% of 471 reviews2022
Dev: Spellbook CreationsPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
SpellMaster - The Saga is a story-driving action RPG inspired by the Gothic series. Gameplay takes place in an open, seamless world filled with secrets, mysteries, terrible monsters, and varied NPCs. Who to be and how to behave is yours to choose - this is your Saga
Why similar: Nonlinear 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Medieval 13.2%, Open World 12.2%, Action RPG 10.6%
- #25 NightFall Shade
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kirill FatkinPub: Spaghetti Cat
Windows
2D real-time survival action. A somber journey through lands ravaged by a long siege. Extensive and complex combat, hardcore survival and deep immersion. Heal the heart of an old castle... or share its darkness.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.2%, Nonlinear 14.6%, Action RPG 12.7%, Medieval 10.6%, Inventory Management 9.9%
- #26 A Story About Forever: Transience
79% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: DraquePub: Darisa Designs LLC
Windows · Mac
A Story About Forever is a space exploration action RPG game with heavy emphasis on story and character interaction, (inspired by Star Control II). Features Asteroids-style dogfights, an upgradable ship, a deep conversation system, and hundreds of characters with novels' worth of dialog to discover.
Why similar: CRPG 26.1%, Nonlinear 13.2%, Dialogue Heavy 13.1%, Action RPG 9.3%, Open World 8.3%
- #27 The Man of Iron: Shadows of Haensburg
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ArthurAndGames
Windows
Step into the boots of a guard in the dark megapolis of Haensburg. Master first-person combat and exploration in a striking 2D-in-3D stylized world. Caught between powerful factions, your decisions will shape the city's fate. Will you uphold the law or survive the shadows?
Why similar: CRPG 26.5%, Dark Fantasy 21.2%, RPG 14.1%, Open World 10.8%, Action RPG 10.7%
- #28 Doomwalker
80% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Dream Entertainment Studios
Windows
Embrace ancient magics, unlock new ways to decimate your enemies and vanquish the looming darkness. Become the Doomwalker.
Why similar: Open World 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Action RPG 15.2%, RPG 9%, Combat 8.9%
- #29 Chained Sun
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: nereidowl
Windows
Chained sun is a 3d singleplayer action survival with a tiled randomly generated world. Npcs exist that can assist you on your journey following precisely in and out of combat and using their abilities when ordered. Battle, command, loot and gather!
Why similar: Nonlinear 23.1%, Open World 14.5%, Medieval 14.1%, Survival 12.8%, RPG 10.4%
- #30 The Chronicles of Rovania: Darkest Bridge
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hetki
Windows
Venture into a dark and terrifying world with Johann, fleeing from a war-torn region in the kingdom of Rovania. This captivating RPG features spine-chilling monsters, challenging quests, and intense battles. Immerse yourself in its breathtaking graphics and prepare for an unforgettable adventure.
Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 17.9%, Open World 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Action RPG 13.5%, Medieval 10.9%
- #31 Gjallarhorn
77% matchPositive85% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Horizon's End, Inc.
Windows
Two years following the Second Great War, the Osirian Empire wrestles with finding a new ruler. While each faction sees a different future for their people, decisions are made by strength, not through ideals, and only the dead have seen the end of war.
Why similar: CRPG 24.4%, Open World 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Choices Matter 11%, Medieval 9.6%
- #32 Dread Delusion
74% matchVery Positive90% of 5,292 reviews2024
Dev: Lovely HellplacePub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.8%, Open World 17.7%, Medieval 11.1%, Magic 11%, RPG 10.1%
- #33 Ethos 2: Fall Of Empires
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Joisk Inc.
Windows
Constantinople has fallen to the Ottomans. As the last Emperor or the Byzantines, it is your job to take it back. Explore the open world, and carve your own path to overthrow the Ottoman's. Every choice you make matters. Become a Tyrant, a Hero, a Lone Wolf, or much more! The choice is yours!
Why similar: CRPG 24.1%, Open World 13.5%, Medieval 10.8%, Action RPG 10.3%, Inventory Management 9.9%
- #34 GEKOKUJO: Vagrant Crown
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shirokuro Games
Windows
A third-person party-based Living World RPG about traveling with Party Members and your Wolf Companion through an evolving world of NPCs, rumors, battles, and bonds.
Why similar: CRPG 28%, Nonlinear 12.8%, Medieval 11.4%, Dialogue Heavy 11.3%, Open World 8.6%
- #35 Magic Patrol Envoy
76% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: 云雾斋
Windows
In the face of many monsters, the best way is to build a strong piece of equipment.
Why similar: CRPG 24.3%, Open World 16.8%, Magic 15%, Medieval 14.8%, Action RPG 10.8%
- #36 DARKCHAMPION-GOREHOWL
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LHRStudio
Windows
An ARPG pixel role-playing game featuring 2 world boss challenges, 4 dark knight challenges, and arena challenges. an in-game elemental counter system where earth, water, fire, and wind restrain one another, a weapon and item outfit change system, and skill systems of different attributes
Why similar: CRPG 29.6%, Open World 16.5%, Medieval 11.8%, RPG 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #37 Young world
77% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: ZIWord Soft
Windows
"CRPG is in China." This is a representative work that uses RMMV to easily produce CRPG
Why similar: CRPG 35%, Medieval 14.5%, Open World 12.3%, Choices Matter 10.9%, RPG 8.6%
- #38 유어 블라이트
74% matchVery Positive89% of 322 reviews2022
Dev: IGNOST
Windows
'Your Blight' is a turn-based dark fantasy RPG where you must survive in a city isolated by the emergence of vampires. Survive for 21 days. Explore the city, meet other survivors, and uncover the secrets surrounding you and the world.
Why similar: CRPG 32.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Open World 9.5%, Medieval 8.1%, RPG 7.9%
- #39 The Hunger Below
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Wretch Games
Windows
The Hunger Below is a brutal top-down dark fantasy action RPG for solo and online co-op. Forge your own path through an unforgiving medieval world where survival is never guaranteed, choices have consequences, and how you face the horrors ahead is entirely up to you.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 17.9%, Dialogue Heavy 14.3%, Action RPG 14.2%, Inventory Management 11.8%, Medieval 11.4%
- #40 Sanctumate
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: coughe
Windows
A fantasy RPG designed to give you a quick dose of dungeon crawling adventure. Find ancient runes to augment your equipment, allowing you to mix & match magical effects. Delve deep into dungeons, fight demons and monsters, gather loot, and offer sacrifice to your ancestors to increase your strength.
Why similar: Nonlinear 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Open World 14.7%, Medieval 13.3%, Action RPG 12.1%
- #41 Aure
72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Taueon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Aure is an open world exploration RPG where you take a role of an adventurer in a large and living fantasy world.
Why similar: Open World 22.4%, Nonlinear 16.1%, RPG 15.3%, Inventory Management 12.9%, Exploration 12.3%
- #42 Kingdom
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quintus GamesPub: Quintus
Windows
Kingdom is a single- and multiplayer RPG survival game set in a medieval world, where you can become a king and set taxes to upgrade your kingdom to the next era!
Why similar: CRPG 29.6%, Medieval 17%, Open World 12.4%, Inventory Management 9.7%, Action RPG 9.2%
- #43 Seed of God
70% match5 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: One guy no gang production
Windows
Epic scale JRPG with turnbased combat.Make choices that define your morale (Good/Bad) or try score a romance. characterdriven story that will take you on a unforgettable journey in style of FinalFantasy. Explore the Worldmap, Towns, Dungeons and locations or try a minigame. Est playtime : 25hours
Why similar: CRPG 30.2%, Dark Fantasy 20.1%, Choices Matter 11%, RPG 9.2%, Story Rich 8%
- #44 Barbarian Lands
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: XPHUNT
Windows · Linux
Barbarian Lands is a challenge hardcore, single-player ARPG set in a barbarian open world. The game features Tibia like combat with a lot of different weapons, exploration to find anything, horizontal and vertical, an unique risk/reward progression system, epic loots and dungeons a dangerous world.
Why similar: CRPG 33.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Medieval 13%, Action RPG 12.5%, RPG 8.2%
- #45 VERLIES III - Resurrection
68% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Koya GamePub: Artifex Parvus
Windows
A dark fantasy dungeon crawler featuring intense rhythmic combat in a world consumed by despair.
Why similar: CRPG 38.2%, Dark Fantasy 21.5%, Action RPG 14%, RPG 10.5%, Combat 6.1%
- #46 Whisperwood Werewolf
70% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: ShilohGames
Windows
Whisperwood Werewolf: open-world action adventure RPG. A villager becomes a night-walking werewolf; as Revna, explore, upgrade, uncover secrets, and hunt it; talk to all characters for clues.
Why similar: Open World 21.8%, Action RPG 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, RPG 13.9%, Medieval 13.7%
- #47 IRON CHOIR: Starless Pilgrimage
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Choir Games
Windows
Awaken in cursed armor forged from sacrificed souls and fight through the dying realm of Varrengard. Master brutal combat, uncover hidden doors and ancient relics, and follow a priest’s final pilgrimage to face the truth behind the Starless Doors.
Why similar: CRPG 30.5%, Medieval 17.2%, Open World 16%, Action RPG 12%, RPG 10.1%
- #48 Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition
69% matchVery Positive83% of 44,424 reviews2021
Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: META Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 58.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of the critically acclaimed Pathfinder: Kingmaker. Explore the nature of good and evil, learn the true cost of power, and rise as a Mythic Hero capable of deeds beyond mortal expectations.
Why similar: CRPG 26.4%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Open World 12.1%, Action RPG 10%, Choices Matter 8.5%
- #49 Green Wounds
71% matchMixed42% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: NiffirgGames
Windows · Mac
Craft, manage resources, fight enemies, and explore the unknown in this medieval RPG.
Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Open World 12.2%, Action RPG 11.7%, Medieval 10.3%
- #50 Unyha
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Realspawn Studios
Windows
Unyha is the first-ever autochronicle online RPG, where your adventures, victories, and defeats become real stories that influence the game for all, and forever. History content is generated by Unyha's unique Autochronicle AI, making it truly aware of players' activity—and naturally responds to it.
Why similar: CRPG 23.7%, Open World 13.2%, Medieval 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Action RPG 9.3%
- #51 Oscuria - The world of nightmares
72% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Watakusoft
Windows
There is another world, darker, more frightening. A world that is about to be completely invaded by nightmares. Zeyk and his friends find themselves by chance in this parallel reality in which they will have to face their greatest fears to prevent the unchallenged domination of nightmares.
Why similar: CRPG 48.8%, Action RPG 15.9%, RPG 13.9%, Magic 8.9%, Combat 4.9%
- #52 Ancient Kingdoms
67% matchVery Positive87% of 508 reviews2025
Dev: Ancient Pixels
Windows · Linux
Dive into an old-school pixel art RPG inspired by classic MMORPGs! Explore epic dungeons, battle fearsome bosses, and complete quests solo offline or online with up to 5 players. Choose your class, gear up, and craft your own legend!
Why similar: CRPG 32.8%, Action RPG 11%, Open World 10.4%, Medieval 9.2%, Exploration 8%
- #53 Zênite
73% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: FFO Games
Windows
Hero, Furtive and Brute trained for four years. Now, the destruction of Inbrazed Village will be heroic, furtive or brutally avenged. But it depends on the focus on the goal and, who knows, maybe find, arrive or reach the zenith...
Why similar: Nonlinear 24.7%, Open World 15.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Magic 10.2%, Medieval 8.5%
- #54 Bladeborne
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Herb Studio
Windows
Delve into Bladeborne's medieval fantasy world, a CO-OP RPG adventure with battles, quests, and more! Join on this epic journey alone or with friends!
Why similar: CRPG 24.6%, Nonlinear 17.8%, Open World 15.2%, Action RPG 12.8%, Magic 8.8%
- #55 The Last Message
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HedyPub: The Last Message
Windows
Explore Mecca over 1,400 years ago in an immersive open-world historical RPG. Discover authentic locations, meet historical figures, and experience the early days of Islam through exploration, quests, and a faithfully recreated world.
Why similar: Open World 18.1%, Dialogue Heavy 16.9%, RPG 14%, Nonlinear 12.8%, Inventory Management 10.2%
- #56 Mythfarer
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Distant Systems
Windows
An 8-bit retro fantasy role-playing game. 1980s look with a modern interface. Wander the lands, brave dark dungeons, face powerful foes, right wrongs and maybe find the occasional sweet roll in your quest to understand the roiling power beneath the land and your own strange connection to it.
Why similar: CRPG 23.2%, Open World 16.5%, RPG 15.6%, Old School 14.5%, Action RPG 9.6%
- #57 Pilgrim: Unto Shadow
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Worse Sheep Games
Windows
Pilgrim: Unto Shadow is a 0D RPG that mixes action and strategic elements. Traverse the final day of the Holy City, now shrouded in unending night. Journey through a deadly world using 0D combo-based action combat. What path will bring you to your end, Pilgrim?
Why similar: CRPG 29.8%, Nonlinear 13%, Dialogue Heavy 12.9%, Action RPG 9.9%, Choices Matter 6.8%
- #58 Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy
63% matchMostly Positive76% of 877 reviews2025
Dev: AtomTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
A love letter to classic Infinity Engine cRPGs from the creators of ATOM RPG, Swordhaven is a turn-based \ RTwP, party-based, dialogue-heavy 85+ hour long adventure set in a world of Nova Drakonia.
Why similar: CRPG 27%, Nonlinear 18%, Medieval 10.6%, Action RPG 8.8%, Choices Matter 8.4%
- #59 Because The World Died
66% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Artur Klepacz
Windows
Retro pixel art RPG set in a dying world full of coldness, rats, and hard choices. Survive long enough to uncover your past... or die. Nonlinear narrative. Money and resources. Many endings. Zero mercy. Why? Because The World Died.
Why similar: CRPG 25.8%, Open World 15.7%, Nonlinear 14.2%, RPG 9.1%, Survival 8%