Games Like Cold Ground

Apu's Journey is an retro action-rpg, you can complete dungeons, defeat creatures, collect items and improve your skills!

Why similar: Action RPG 22.8%, RPG 20.1%, Minimalist 11.2%, Action 11.1%, Exploration 8.6%

Arcade air combat with pixel jets, synthrock, and zero nonsense. Like Raptor, but in Sweden.

Why similar: Cold War 31.7% ★, Alternate History 17.4%, War 11.3%, Military 9.5%, Shooter 8.7%

Vietnam, 1965. You are Dean Shepard, a "cherry" to the 'Nam with zero war experience other than standard boot camp training at Parris Island, SC. Along with your platoon, you will fight the NVA and the Vietcong in true historic locales and battles.

Why similar: Cold War 35.8% ★, War 24.4%, Military 14.7%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 11.1%

In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64 by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, protect cities from waves of nuclear attack by using powerful missile batteries.

Why similar: Military 24%, War 15.7%, Shooter 15%, Retro 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%

Tide Line is a pixel/lo-fi style top-down ARPG that focuses on exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat, all while immersing you in its world.You wake up in an unfamiliar waterway, with no sign of the exploration team that was with you. What happened here?

Why similar: Alternate History 22.2%, Action RPG 20.4%, RPG 15.6%, Top-Down 14.9%, Exploration 8.6%

Master the elements of poison, fire, ice, and meteorite in Shadow of Aya, a top-down action-adventure ode to the 8-bit classics. But beware—as your powers grow, so do the forces against you. The journey downward is choked with shadow, and the creatures who lurk among them.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.8%, Top-Down 12.9%, Exploration 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Retro 8.1%

Step into the shadows of modern warfare in this VR tactical shooter. Plan your approach, infiltrate enemy zones, and complete high-risk missions with precision and stealth. Experience realistic weapon control and full hand-tracking immersion.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.5%, RPG 19.7%, Shooter 15.9%, Military 12.1%, Action 11.3%

Mercury is postmodern sci-fi first-person shooter set in the year 2052 where you take the role of a Mercury agent of the Special Operations Command Center undergoing tremendous missions in an effort to stop the development of a super weapon by the Soviets.

Why similar: Cold War 40.4% ★, Shooter 17.1%, Military 14.7%, War 13.6%, Action 10.9%

The Legend Of The Crystals is a story-driven fantasy action RPG where you will embark on an epic journey to uncover the secrets of the ancient crystals that bring balance to the world.

Why similar: RPG 23.2%, Action RPG 19.7%, Old School 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Retro 8.6%

The portal to the dreaded Bleak Dimension has been opened, unleashing terrifying creatures. Your mission is to seal it before it's too late! In The Awakening of the Bleak Dimension, a fantasy RPG you will face brutal challenges, evolve your character and forge powerful equipment.

Why similar: Action RPG 26.4%, RPG 16.4%, Top-Down 11.9%, Exploration 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Drive, shoot, and blow up your way through an East Bloc hellhole with a beaten-up sedan, an AKM and a post-punk soundtrack. Your mission is to steal three nuclear missiles – and so is everyone else's.

Why similar: Cold War 36.2% ★, Shooter 18.4%, Military 15.1%, Action 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

RPG storytelling and hack-and-slash action, are joined with a retro point and click play style. Command a diverse array of hosts, and engage in fast-paced combat that rewards skill and strategy instead of grinding.

Why similar: Action RPG 25.5%, RPG 13.8%, Top-Down 10.8%, Exploration 10.7%, Old School 9.4%

Immerse yourself in a world of pixel art. Your mission is simple to bring home 50 different types of slimes for dinner. Some slimes will try to kill you while others are hidden throughout the world. A top down RPG, treasure hunt game A keen eye will be useful to those who play this game.

Why similar: Action RPG 27.5%, RPG 22.4%, Exploration 11.5%, Top-Down 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8%

Hundred Fires is an action, stealth and infiltration game with an exciting story and incredible cinematics. This is a one man infiltration mission, you alone cannot defeat the entire Soviet army, you must use your best skills to hide, sneak away from the enemy and go undetected.

Why similar: Cold War 33.6% ★, Military 17%, Alternate History 12.6%, Shooter 12.1%, Top-Down 8.3%

The Twilight Witch is a 2D pixel art RPG where you play as Mael, a young man from the village of New Larton. After your home-town is attacked and ravaged by a mysterious figure, you venture forth to tell of what happened and maybe, just maybe, find a way to stop the hooded aggressor…

Why similar: Action RPG 27.8%, RPG 22.2%, Action 12.8%, Exploration 10.8%, Top-Down 9.8%

After months on the battlefield, Sergey awakes back in his homeland of Rezpulka. With only a vague memory of what he believes were his final moments on the battlefield, he must now put the pieces together to really understand what happened on that fateful day.

Why similar: Cold War 41.8% ★, Alternate History 24%, Top-Down 13.1%, Exploration 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

Explore the island with your unique companions and aim for the top of the tower! An action RPG where you explore using various items and magic.

Why similar: Action RPG 36.4%, RPG 23.2%, Action 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Top-Down 10.6%

Psycho-Kin is a uber-stylized, top-down tactical shooter set in an alternate-history Cold War. Swap between two linked characters to outwit enemies in tense, strategic combat, while unravelling a deep, psychological story of espionage, trauma, and redemption.

Why similar: Cold War 32.7% ★, Alternate History 17.7%, Shooter 12.3%, Minimalist 10.2%, Military 9.3%

Little Stronger is a chill top-down pixel action RPG where you collect resources, craft better gear, and level up step by step. Explore colorful areas and challenge increasingly powerful bosses as you grow stronger with every fight.

Why similar: Action RPG 31%, RPG 29.3%, Top-Down 14.7%, Action 14%, 2D 7.3%

Frontiers is a game about collecting items, dodging bullets, and beating up robots. Inspired primarily by action RPGs of the 90's, Frontiers cranks it up to 110 percent by emphasizing combat and high paced action to swiftly and methodically take out your enemies.

Why similar: Action RPG 27.9%, Alternate History 16.4%, Action 12.8%, Top-Down 9.8%, Exploration 9.2%

Join this multiplayer cooperative PVE tank shooting game, drive famous vehicles from the Cold War, and have the opportunity to fight side by side with players around the world. Now, start the engine, the order will come later!

Why similar: Cold War 34.9% ★, Alternate History 17.5%, War 15.2%, Military 13.5%, Shooter 10.5%

Ghostwage is a short and linear FPS survival-horror game focused on brutal combat and careful planning.

Why similar: Minimalist 16.4%, Action RPG 16.3%, Shooter 15.5%, Exploration 10.4%, RPG 9.9%

Batamonisk is an RPG action game with a fairly short story. Taking around 2 hours at most for the main story. A Story consisting of a holy dragon and a demon king, Even mentions of a demon god. I ask of you Nakato, Will you uncover this story in full? Or are you becoming a part of it?

Why similar: Action RPG 28.5%, RPG 22.3%, Action 12.7%, Exploration 12%, Top-Down 9.8%

Uncover a vast land filled with secrets, monsters, and ancient myth in BEYOND THE MOUNTAINS, a top-down action RPG about a lost soul who uncovers a mysterious secret. Stranded in a foreign land and armed only with your wits and curiosity, you will collect items, unlock secrets, and fight monsters.

Why similar: Action RPG 26.8%, RPG 15.8%, Exploration 10.7%, Top-Down 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

Venture into a vast 2D pixel-art fantasy world, face relentless battles and forge your destiny with vivid companions as you unravel the truth behind the falling crystals.

Why similar: Action RPG 28.5%, RPG 15.6%, Action 12.9%, Exploration 12.1%, Top-Down 11.9%

Scavland is a hardcore, top-down pixel art survival game set in a Post-Apocalyptic Soviet Era. Explore a world ravaged by war and the deadly Mist, scavenging for resources, taking risky jobs, and seeking refuge in harsh settlements. The wasteland is relentless—everything is out to kill you.

Why similar: Cold War 23.1% ★, Action RPG 14%, Shooter 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, RPG 9.3%

'83 is a 40v40 squad based, objective focused online tactical first person shooter set in a Cold-War-Gone-Hot scenario. It's designed with 'accessible realism' for the most enjoyable, but still hardcore experience that gets you to the action fast, without losing the lethality of war.

Why similar: Cold War 35.6% ★, War 16%, Alternate History 15.4%, Military 14.5%, Shooter 10.6%

Book Quest is an action adventure RPG presented in retro pixel art style featuring cinematic cutscenes and dialogue. Throughout this medieval fantasy, gameplay alternates between top-down and side-scrolling perspectives.

Why similar: Action RPG 38.2%, Top-Down 16.5%, Exploration 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Old School 7.2%

UnMetal is a 2D stealth action-adventure that pays homage to the classics with a healthy dose of humor and satire. You play as Jesse Fox, who is definitely NOT an elite commando, under arrest for a crime he didn't commit, and must escape a covert military base using his wits and fists.

Why similar: Military 16.9%, Cold War 14.7% ★, Old School 11.4%, War 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%

A space shooter game with RPG mechanics. Players will be able to improve their ships to tackle the challenges ahead, as well as buy better ships and customize them.

Why similar: Action RPG 28%, RPG 22.6%, Shooter 18%, Action 13%, Top-Down 9.8%

7 Keys Saga is a top-down 2D action RPG where you embark on a quest to find seven mystical keys scattered across a dangerous world.

Why similar: Action RPG 30.2%, RPG 25.1%, Action 15.1%, Top-Down 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

REDSIDE episode 1 is a twisted thriller set during the Cold War. The world is on the brink of war. Will you be able to prevent a disaster?

Why similar: Cold War 34.5% ★, Alternate History 15.9%, War 10.9%, Military 10.5%, Shooter 9.4%

Take to the skies for gripping air-assault missions with the Megafortress Collection. This complete package includes the original 1991 DOS classic Megafortress, the Operation Sledgehammer and Operation Skymaster expansions, and the Mission Editor for Operation Skymaster.

Why similar: Cold War 38% ★, Military 18.9%, War 15.6%, Stealth 8.8%, Action 5.8%

A miraculous fuel, or a parasitic plague that spells the end of humanity? In a civilization collapsed by global war, fight for survival against the brain-controlling Emerald Flower, feral armies, and ruthless factions, each driven by their own desperate ideologies.

Why similar: Action RPG 26.2%, RPG 21.7%, Alternate History 20.8%, Exploration 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

Welcome to the isalnd of thugs. This tropical island is a secret military base of Russian PMC. You are a Special Agent who must find the leader of PMC and eliminate him. Take the gun and let's go!

Why similar: Cold War 40.6% ★, War 16.4%, Military 15.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Alternate History 10.7%

Nakuma is a singleplayer RPG with focus on grinding for gear and experience points. Obtain a variety of magical spells, upgrade your gear and invest stat-points as you progress!

Why similar: Action RPG 32.1%, RPG 26.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Exploration 11.8%, 2D 5.9%

RouRox is a mini open world rpg game that takes place on a small island, there we can face enemies with an ax or missile launcher, we can collect various items and complete missions and collect money so that in the end we can go back to sailing again.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.8%, Shooter 24.7%, Exploration 18.3%, RPG 14.4%, Action 4.8%

Lifter is an Adventure RPG where you play as a desperate thief trying to save your home from eviction. Outsmart employees, and decide who to steal from in a world full of secrets. Will you be a hero, a rogue, or something in between? The future is in your hands.

Why similar: Action RPG 32.4%, RPG 26.9%, Exploration 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Old School 11.4%

Shape your unique adventure in Sef Saga, a roleplaying sandbox, every game is different! Master 14 skills, talk to anyone, and forge your path. Explore above ground, delve to Magamada, or hunt for treasure in desert Labyrinths. Be a combatant, a farmer, or a trader and more – your destiny awaits.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.4%, RPG 24.4%, Exploration 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, 2D 7.3%

Dungeon Misfits is a chaotic action-roguelike with up to 4 players.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.3%, Top-Down 13.6%, Exploration 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Action 9.6%

Our hero, a former Red Army captain, demoted during prewar repressions, finds himself on the frontline. Outnumbered and outgunned by the superior German forces, his battalion was destroyed and his few surviving friends were captured.

Why similar: Action RPG 23.6%, RPG 20.5%, War 17.5%, Military 15.1%, Action 9.9%

Nostalgic multiplayer fps game you used to play in the 2010s! Play online with bots or online with friends, collect weapons, and get the best score! Feel the energy of the fast-paced gameplay, huge amount of maps and items and become legend!

Why similar: Cold War 36.3% ★, Shooter 19.3%, Military 15.2%, War 14.9%, Action 11.3%

Knight George is a top-down retro-style action-adventure game. Travel across the Kingdom of Earlyne to meet friendly characters, explore numerous dungeons and fight terrifying monsters to save the kingdom!

Why similar: Action RPG 23.1%, Top-Down 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, RPG 13.9%, Retro 13.3%

A cozy themed farm where the crops are alive! Harvest your crop with a Harvester AKA W.H.E.A.T. (Weaponized Harvest Extraction Assault Tool). Challenge progressively difficult levels while changing the harvest to reduce Crop stats, buy and upgrade weapons, and level up to make the ultimate farmer.

Why similar: Action RPG 25.5%, RPG 20.6%, Shooter 16.9%, Action 12.5%, Top-Down 8.9%

Classic dungeon crawling gets a block-busting twist in Dungeonoid 2 Awakening, a top-down adventure presented in retro pixel art style!

Why similar: Action RPG 32.4%, RPG 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Top-Down 12.2%, Retro 11.1%

Enter the dungeon and help the master wizard to find his cat in this oldschool dungeon crawler. Discover powerful magical items and weapons. Solve puzzles and traps and fight the enemies in this real time combat dungeon crawler game.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.8%, RPG 24.5%, Exploration 11.7%, Old School 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

A fast-paced 2D action RPG where you play as a skilled archer battling through intense monster hordes, epic boss fights, and loot-rich arenas. Customize your abilities, find powerful gear, and master dynamic combat in a world filled with endless challenges and upgrades.

Why similar: Action RPG 30.4%, RPG 23.6%, Action 13.5%, Top-Down 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

A 2D adventure set in the World of Oztrich. Explore and uncover the mysteries of this retro world full of unique and exciting monsters!

Why similar: Minimalist 21.7%, RPG 16.7%, Top-Down 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Old School 9.3%

Ringlorn Saga Gaiden is an adventure RPG inspired by the Japanese PC classics. A lost soul is called upon this accursed world to end the Dark Lord's reign over humankind and rediscover its purpose and memory along the way.

Why similar: Action RPG 27.2%, RPG 15.9%, Top-Down 12.5%, Exploration 11.4%, Old School 9%

How many NPCs equal 1 Hero? In the land of Alta, The Hero of Destiny was fated to defeat a terrible Dark Wizard... but the Hero of Destiny was killed by the final boss. What now? Next to the final dungeon, in a sleepy village, 50 NPCs decide to take matters into their own hands.

Why similar: Action RPG 28.1%, RPG 22.3%, Action 13.3%, Exploration 10%, Top-Down 9%

Take control of the destiny of a Buh as he makes his way through an adventurous retro wave world populated by many other Buhs. Some may help you to find what's this all about... but most of them will try to get in the way and do what only the one and only choosen of the Buhs can do.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.9%, RPG 28.9%, Exploration 14.1%, Old School 10.9%, 2D 7.4%

Frontline Survivors is an intense top-down shooter with roguelite elements that puts you in the boots of a soldier fighting for survival on the battlefield. With countless enemies coming at you from all sides, you will need to use all your skills and strategy to stay alive.

Why similar: War 22.1%, Shooter 18.3%, Top-Down 13.1%, Military 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 10%

This second installment to the collection features “Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots” and “Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version),” and also a digital soundtrack and "Metal Gear: Ghost Babel" as bonus content.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.8%, Cold War 22.4% ★, Military 12.9%, War 11.5%, Action 11.4%

When I Was Young is a stylish and challenging 2D action game set during the Vietnam War. Fight your way through the brutal firefights enjoying a unique combat system and a story-driven campaign. Immerse yourself in the fascinating entourage of the 1960s!

Why similar: Cold War 29.7% ★, Action 16.9%, War 15.8%, Military 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

An Action-RPG game where you can recruit characters from all over the world as you go on adventures and explore new areas.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.9%, RPG 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Exploration 12.3%, 2D 8.2%

Master Key is a top-down adventure game with a strong focus on item-based exploration and secrets. Embark on a journey to discover what that key could be used for and meet colorful characters!

Why similar: Minimalist 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Top-Down 10.6%, Retro 10.4%, Exploration 10.2%

Eugene must battle aliens and the undead in search of a truck rim, as it seems to be his ticket home.

Why similar: Action RPG 18.2%, RPG 18.1%, Top-Down 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Retro 11.9%

不思議な力を持つ巫女「さくら」の妖怪討伐の旅。繰り出せ必殺・桜吹雪！

Why similar: Action RPG 34.4%, Action 14.6%, Exploration 10.8%, Top-Down 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Hero’s Unison is a 2D pixel action RPG where you are summoned as a hero to a mysterious new world. Form a 3-hero party, link souls with your allies, and unleash unique powers to stand against the darkness threatening all realms.

Why similar: Action RPG 26.5%, Top-Down 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, RPG 10.9%, Retro 10%