Games Like DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH

From legendary game creator Hideo Kojima comes a genre-defying experience, now expanded in this definitive DIRECTOR’S CUT. As Sam Bridges, your mission is to deliver hope to humanity by connecting the last survivors of a decimated America. Can you reunite the shattered world, one step at a time?

Why similar: Open World 19%, Walking Simulator 18%, Post-apocalyptic 13.3%, Sci-fi 6.5%, Exploration 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: As the definitive version of the predecessor, it offers the most direct gameplay and narrative experience to the sequel.

Ushering in a new era for the METAL GEAR franchise with cutting-edge technology powered by the Fox Engine, METAL GEAR SOLID V: The Phantom Pain, will provide players a first-rate gaming experience as they are offered tactical freedom to carry out open-world missions.

Why similar: Open World 28.1%, Stealth 24.2%, Third-Person Shooter 13.1%, Third Person 9.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Directed by Hideo Kojima, this game shares the same meticulous attention to tactical open-world systems and cinematic flair.

A remake of the 2004 game METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER, with the same gripping story and engrossing world, now with all new graphics and 3D audio that enhance the jungle atmosphere. Get ready for the ultimate survival stealth action experience.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 27%, Stealth 25.8%, Action-Adventure 11%, Third Person 9.4%, Exploration 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This remake captures the high-stakes survival and immersive environmental interaction that defines the Kojima style.

Discover the vast Chornobyl Exclusion Zone full of dangerous enemies, deadly anomalies and powerful artifacts. Unveil your own epic story as you make your way to the Heart of Chornobyl. Make your choices wisely, as they will determine your fate in the end.

Why similar: Open World 34.4%, Post-apocalyptic 27.6%, Exploration 9.8%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Atmospheric 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the lonely, dangerous, and highly atmospheric exploration of a hostile post-apocalyptic landscape.

Flee the shattered ruins of the Moscow Metro and embark on an epic, continent-spanning journey across the post-apocalyptic Russian wilderness. Explore vast, non-linear levels, lose yourself in an immersive, sandbox survival experience, and follow a thrilling story-line that spans an entire year in the greatest Metro adventure yet.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 30%, Open World 25.3%, Stealth 10%, Atmospheric 8.3%, Exploration 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: The focus on long-distance travel through a desolate, ruined world creates a similar sense of isolation and wonder.

Experience the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, now on PC. Discover Ellie and Abby’s story with graphical enhancements, gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, and more.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 21.7%, Post-apocalyptic 20.9%, Emotional 10.5%, Stealth 9.9%, Third Person 9%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the high-fidelity, emotionally charged narrative journey through a world reclaimed by nature.

Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 22.6%, Post-apocalyptic 22.2%, Emotional 12.8%, Third Person 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: The game excels at blending intimate character-driven storytelling with a brutal, post-apocalyptic survival journey.

Experience the epic Horizon Forbidden West™ in its entirety with bonus content and the Burning Shores expansion included. The Burning Shores add-on contains additional content for Aloy’s adventure, including new storylines, characters, and experiences in a stunning yet hazardous new area.

Why similar: Open World 30.8%, Post-apocalyptic 18.7%, Exploration 10.1%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Third Person 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a vast, visually stunning open world that rewards curiosity and strategic traversal.

Winner of over 80 awards, CONTROL is a visually stunning third-person action-adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 26.5%, Sci-fi 16.1%, Third Person 14.2%, Open World 9.9%, Atmospheric 9%

Why You'll Like It: It features the same brand of weird, high-concept sci-fi storytelling and supernatural mystery found in Kojima's work.

Experience the critically acclaimed Horizon Zero Dawn™ with stunning new visuals and upgraded features. In a far future where colossal machines roam the Earth, pockets of humanity survive in unique tribes among the lush, overgrown ruins of our long-lost civilization.

Why similar: Open World 22.5%, Post-apocalyptic 19.4%, Third Person 11.9%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: The discovery of a mysterious, technologically advanced past in a post-apocalyptic setting aligns perfectly with the seed game's themes.

The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 34.2%, Walking Simulator 19.8%, Third Person 12.9%, Atmospheric 9.1%, Realistic 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: The intense focus on psychological depth and cinematic presentation creates a similarly immersive, albeit darker, experience.

Explore an emotional sci-fi game with a unique blend of survival, adventure, and base-building elements. Help Jan Dolski, the sole survivor of an ill-fated space expedition, create alternative versions of himself to escape a hostile planet and tackle personal turmoils with this unconventional crew.

Why similar: Sci-fi 30.7%, Exploration 21.8%, Action-Adventure 17.2%, Third Person 16.3%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It explores complex themes of identity and survival through a unique, sci-fi management perspective.

Face the supernatural dangers of the Olympic Exclusion Zone with a car as your only lifeline in this driving survival adventure! Scavenge resources, load up your trusty station wagon, and drive like hell to make it through alive.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 26.3%, Sci-fi 20.2%, Exploration 16.6%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game turns the act of traversal and vehicle maintenance into a tense, atmospheric survival experience.

Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.

Why similar: Third Person 18.3%, Atmospheric 17.8%, Horror 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 13.6%, Exploration 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a profound, psychological horror experience that relies on atmosphere and environmental storytelling.

NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.

Why similar: Open World 27.7%, Post-apocalyptic 23.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.7%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Atmospheric 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines existential philosophy with a melancholic, post-human sci-fi setting that resonates with the seed game's tone.

Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.

Why similar: Open World 26.2%, Exploration 22.5%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Atmospheric 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: The game prioritizes the joy of exploration and uncovering the secrets of a dying universe through curiosity.

Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.

Why similar: Emotional 18.8%, Third Person 16.1%, Exploration 15.1%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Realistic 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: The focus on a high-stakes, emotional journey through a hostile world emphasizes narrative and atmosphere.

The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.

Why similar: Open World 37.7%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Third Person 13.1%, Action 7.8%, Adventure 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: The expansive world and focus on a journey with companions capture the epic scale of a grand adventure.

A whole new breed of survival horror emerges with Cronos: The New Dawn. Survive the brutal wastelands of the future, fight nightmarish merging creatures and jump back in time to harvest souls as you seek to uncover the origins of the apocalypse that wiped out humanity.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 22.8%, Post-apocalyptic 18.7%, Sci-fi 14%, Dystopian 10.3%, Third Person 9%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the tense, survival-oriented exploration of a decaying, sci-fi-infused world.

Ride and fight into a deadly, post pandemic America. Play as Deacon St. John, a drifter and bounty hunter who rides the broken road, fighting to survive while searching for a reason to live in this open-world action-adventure game.

Why similar: Open World 37.6%, Post-apocalyptic 23.9%, Third-Person Shooter 11.7%, Third Person 7.6%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: The heavy focus on motorcycle traversal and survival in a vast, dangerous open world provides a similar sense of scale.

BREAK THE CYCLE Fight to survive as this award-winning third-person shooter brings Selene’s story to PC. Take on roguelike challenges. Engage enemies in bullet hell-fuelled clashes. Share your journey through Returnal™ with another player.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 50.8%, Sci-fi 23.1%, Action 10.3%, Atmospheric 7.2%, Horror 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: The sci-fi mystery and high-intensity third-person action mirror the strange, otherworldly threats found in the seed game.

In a mad and sublime utopian world, take part in explosive encounters. Adapt your fighting style to each opponent, use your environment and upgrade your equipment to fulfill your mission. If you want to reach the truth, you'll have to pay in blood.

Why similar: Open World 28.9%, Sci-fi 19.2%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Exploration 9.5%, Horror 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: The surreal, retro-futuristic sci-fi setting provides a unique aesthetic and narrative mystery.

A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.

Why similar: Open World 50.3%, Realistic 16.1%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Atmospheric 8.5%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: The commitment to realistic, grounded traversal and world interaction provides a deep sense of immersion.

Descend into the depths of an alien underwater world filled with wonder and peril. Craft equipment, pilot submarines and out-smart wildlife to explore lush coral reefs, volcanoes, cave systems, and more - all while trying to survive.

Why similar: Open World 38.4%, Exploration 18.8%, Sci-fi 15%, Horror 10.7%, Atmospheric 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It masterfully captures the feeling of being a lone explorer in an alien, beautiful, and often terrifying environment.

Play as Mad Max, a reluctant hero and survivor who wants nothing more than to leave the madness behind and find solace.

Why similar: Open World 33.6%, Post-apocalyptic 28.5%, Third Person 9.1%, Third-Person Shooter 8.5%, Exploration 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: The game excels at capturing the feeling of traversing a desolate, lawless wasteland in a customized vehicle.

REMNANT II® pits survivors of humanity against new deadly creatures and god-like bosses across terrifying worlds. Play solo or co-op with two other friends to explore the depths of the unknown to stop an evil from destroying reality itself.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 35.2%, Post-apocalyptic 20.6%, Third Person 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Action 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a bizarre, multi-dimensional sci-fi world that encourages exploration and tactical combat.

THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FANTASY ACTION RPG. Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between.

Why similar: Open World 50.7%, Third Person 18.4%, Atmospheric 8.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.3%, Violent 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers an unparalleled sense of discovery and environmental storytelling in a vast, ruined world.

Pragmata is a unique, sci-fi action-adventure game from Capcom. Follow Hugh, a member of an ill-fated investigation team, and Diana, a young android, as they navigate a lunar facility taken over by rogue AI in search of a way to Earth.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 36.5%, Sci-fi 26.5%, Third Person 10.5%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Action 7%

BECOME THE BEAST. SURVIVE THE NIGHT. A terrifying new chapter in the Dying Light universe begins. As Kyle Crane, explore the vast and unpredictable wilderness, uncover a deadly evolution of the infected, and learn to control the beastly powers awakening inside you.

Why similar: Open World 31.6%, Post-apocalyptic 21.6%, Exploration 10.7%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Horror 7.5%

The Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition includes single-player base content and over 40 DLC from the highly acclaimed Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2, and Mass Effect 3 games, including promo weapons, armors, and packs — remastered and optimized for 4K Ultra HD.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 41.6%, Sci-fi 32.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%, Atmospheric 7.2%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a grand, character-focused sci-fi epic that explores the weight of human connection across the stars.

A short, minimalist, experimental open-world adventure about guilt and grief. Explore, shoot, scavenge and bring a specimen to The Sanctuary. Beware PERMADEATH.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 19.8%, Walking Simulator 14.9%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Dystopian 10.9%, Post-apocalyptic 9.5%

The Outer Worlds 2 is the sequel to the award-winning first-person sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment.

Why similar: Open World 35.5%, Exploration 17.7%, Sci-fi 16.8%, Third Person 7.7%, Dystopian 5.3%

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

Why similar: Open World 36.7%, Stealth 15.3%, Third Person 10.9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Exploration 7.3%

Save humanity from extinction in post-apocalyptic action-adventure Stellar Blade™. Experience blistering combat and a twisting storyline as you unravel the mysteries of Earth’s downfall.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 32%, Third Person 20.8%, Dystopian 14.5%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Action 10%

Earn the Number. 007 First Light is a thrilling espionage action-adventure game from IO Interactive. Follow James Bond as a young, resourceful and sometimes reckless recruit in MI6's training programme, and discover an origin story of the world’s most famous spy.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 27.6%, Stealth 17.1%, Third Person 13%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Exploration 11%

A nuclear disaster has left an area of Britain in tatters. Atomfall, a new survival-action game, will see you explore, scavenge, craft, barter and fight your way through beautifully recreated scenery in search of answers.

Why similar: Open World 27.6%, Post-apocalyptic 27%, Action-Adventure 9%, Action 6.1%, Adventure 5.5%

Subnautica 2 is an underwater survival adventure set on an all-new alien world, developed by Unknown Worlds. Play alone or with friends in 4-player co-op. Adapt to survive by building custom bases and crafting tools. Explore the unknown to uncover the mysteries hidden within the depths.

Why similar: Open World 35.9%, Exploration 21.3%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Horror 11%, Atmospheric 9.1%

Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set on the continent of Pywel. Join Kliff on his journey to rebuild the Greymane faction and to save the land from a looming threat. From vast wilderness and cities to ruins and the mysterious Abyss, forge your path through battles and discovery.

Why similar: Open World 45.9%, Exploration 15.7%, Third Person 12%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Action 7.2%

METAL GEAR SURVIVE builds upon MGSV’s stealth action gameplay with elements of exploration and survival creating a bold new experience. *An internet connection is required to play the game.

Why similar: Open World 36.1%, Stealth 25.1%, Third Person 13.1%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 6.5%

If war is the closest we get to hell on earth, it's because Earth harbours the worst of demons: humankind. In an isolated country ravaged by infighting, discover the secrets of your past and deal with the repercussions of a mysterious calamity.

Why similar: Open World 18.2%, Third Person 17.9%, Exploration 14.2%, Atmospheric 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

An open world, post-apocalyptic RPG shooter where you tap into the power of the spirit world to liberate the Hawaiian island of Oahu from the army that occupies it.

Why similar: Open World 20.8%, Post-apocalyptic 19.1%, Stealth 11%, Third Person 9.1%, Violent 9%

The fourth game in the METAL GEAR series: set over two incidents in 2007 and 2009, featuring Solid Snake and Raiden, introducing new stealth gameplay features.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 24.6%, Stealth 20.5%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Third Person 10.8%, Exploration 10.3%

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora™ is a third and first-person action-adventure game set in the Western Frontier. Reconnect with your lost heritage and discover what it means to be Na'vi.

Why similar: Open World 41.7%, Exploration 13.5%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Third Person 8%, Action 7.5%

Dare to cultivate intimate connections in Sex Standing a titillating escapade that pushes the limits of adult gaming. Set in a ravaged world, you assume the role of a sex courier, entrusted with the mission of reestablishing connections between secluded settlements and nurturing close relationships

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 15.2%, Open World 14.7%, Walking Simulator 13.5%, Post-apocalyptic 12.6%, Sci-fi 9.3%

Explore the mysterious, beautiful, yet dark world of the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone in this post-apocalyptic action-RPG. Make your mark on this world, through your character development, choices and playstyle. But remember – everything has a price and consequences.

Why similar: Open World 25.6%, Post-apocalyptic 19.4%, Sci-fi 17.3%, Third Person 10.6%, Exploration 9.7%

Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.

Why similar: Open World 22.8%, Action-Adventure 17.4%, Third Person 16.1%, Emotional 16.1%, Action 9.3%

Dead World is a first-person shooter game set in a post-apocalyptic world, where you follow Miguel's journey to return home to a war-torn Argentina.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 27.8%, Open World 20.6%, Walking Simulator 15.7%, Exploration 10.9%, Atmospheric 9.3%

World-renowned Kojima Productions brings the Metal Gear Solid franchise to Steam with METAL GEAR SOLID V: GROUND ZEROES. Play as the legendary hero Snake and infiltrate a Cuban military base to rescue the hostages. Can you make it out alive?

Why similar: Stealth 32.4%, Open World 18.1%, Third-Person Shooter 14.6%, Third Person 12.6%, Action 7.6%

Hinako's hometown is engulfed in fog, driving her to fight grotesque monsters and solve eerie puzzles. Uncover the disturbing beauty hidden in terror.

Why similar: Exploration 16.4%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Horror 15.9%, Third Person 14.8%, Atmospheric 12.9%

Requiem for the dead. Nightmare for the living. Prepare to escape death in a heart-stopping experience that will chill you to your core.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 41.6%, Post-apocalyptic 16.2%, Action-Adventure 11%, Horror 9.7%, Realistic 8.5%

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 30.6%, Exploration 26.4%, Great Soundtrack 24.9%, Adventure 8.1%, Singleplayer 5.3%

A story-driven, first-person adventure game offering a cinematic experience. Embark on a journey to HaustVille, an abandoned settlement in a post-apocalyptic world. Explore your surroundings and uncover the mystery behind the disappearance of the last survivors.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.8%, Post-apocalyptic 19.2%, Exploration 11.1%, Emotional 11.1%, Open World 9.5%

Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is the origin story of Naked Snake and his mentor The Boss and the fifth title in the METAL GEAR series.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 29.1%, Stealth 18.7%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Third Person 12.5%, Exploration 11.6%

The sci-fi survival-horror classic returns, completely rebuilt to offer an even more immersive experience — including visual, audio, and gameplay improvements — while staying faithful to the original game’s thrilling vision.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 32.6%, Sci-fi 19.3%, Third Person 10.7%, Horror 9.3%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

Explore a hostile, living world: Uncover forgotten horrors, both man-made and supernatural, as you hunt for powerful weapons and exotic artifacts.

Why similar: Open World 19.7%, Post-apocalyptic 14.7%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Exploration 12.6%, Stealth 11.2%

Experience Aloy’s legendary quest to unravel the mysteries of a future Earth ruled by Machines. Use devastating tactical attacks against your prey and explore a majestic open world in this award-winning action RPG!

Why similar: Open World 33.8%, Post-apocalyptic 16.9%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Third Person 8.3%, Exploration 7.2%

Reach a summit never climbed before in this survival-climber from the creators of Furi and Haven. Climb anywhere and plan your route carefully, managing pitons and resources to survive unforgiving Mount Kami. Discover what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve the ascent of a lifetime.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 22%, Open World 21.4%, Exploration 14.9%, Third Person 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10.5%

Outcast – Second Contact is the complete remake of the cult title which sparked the open world, action-adventure genre. Take off on an exploration of Adelpha, an alien world as beautiful as it is dangerous, where your heroic journey places the fate of two worlds in your hands.

Why similar: Open World 32.5%, Sci-fi 18.6%, Third Person 13.3%, Third-Person Shooter 12.7%, Adventure 8.6%

Third person shooter action adventure game with post-apocalyptic theme. Witness the adventures of Victor and his friends in this abandoned world.

Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 20%, Post-apocalyptic 15.7%, Stealth 14.3%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Third Person 9.2%