- #1 BloodLust Shadowhunter
97% matchVery Positive81% of 354 reviews2015
Dev: WRF Studios
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 87.1% ★, RPG 7.2%, Action 2.9%, Indie 1.4%, Action RPG 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: This title shares the exact dungeon-crawling, vampire-themed action-RPG DNA found in the seed game.
- #2 Shadows: Awakening
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,466 reviews2018
Dev: Games FarmPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Shadows: Awakening is a unique, isometric single-player RPG with real-time tactical combat. You embark on an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics.
Why similar: RPG 41.9%, Action 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Action RPG 13.2%, Crafting 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: An isometric action-RPG that features a dark fantasy world and unique character-swapping mechanics that mirror the seed game's focus on dark powers.
- #3 Blood Knights
96% matchMixed64% of 1,053 reviews2013
Dev: Deck 13Pub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 85.4% ★, RPG 9%, Action 5.4%, Singleplayer 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: A vampire-themed action-RPG that focuses on hack-and-slash combat and dark fantasy storytelling.
- #4 Vampyr
95% matchMostly Positive77% of 24,431 reviews2018
Dev: DONTNOD EntertainmentPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 80.4% ★, RPG 5%, Dark Fantasy 2.5%, Action 2%, Action RPG 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep, narrative-driven vampire experience with a dark, atmospheric setting that perfectly matches the tone of the seed game.
- #5 Immortal Darkness: Curse of The Pale King
94% matchVery Positive86% of 51 reviews2018
Dev: Giant Space Monster
Windows
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: Vampires 59.2% ★, RPG 9%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, Action 4%, Horror 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawler that emphasizes dark fantasy horror and challenging, tactical combat.
- #6 Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
94% matchVery Positive94% of 15,149 reviews2007
Dev: Troika GamesPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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 85.6% ★, RPG 6.5%, Action RPG 1.8%, Dark 1.5%, Action 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive vampire RPG experience, offering a dark, immersive world and complex character development.
- #7 The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing
93% matchVery Positive83% of 10,204 reviews2013
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 54.1% ★, RPG 18.5%, Action RPG 12.6%, Action 6%, Dark Fantasy 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: This gothic action-RPG focuses on monster hunting and fast-paced combat in a dark, supernatural world.
- #8 Victor Vran ARPG
92% matchVery Positive86% of 6,438 reviews2015
Dev: Haemimont Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Victor Vran is the isometric action-RPG where your skill is just as essential as your character build and gear. Experience intense combat action: dodge, jump and unleash powerful skills to finish off your enemies!
Why similar: Action RPG 40.6%, RPG 33.9%, Action 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 5.4%, Adventure 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, gothic action-RPG that emphasizes movement and visceral combat against hordes of supernatural enemies.
- #9 Grim Dawn
91% matchVery Positive94% of 105,530 reviews2016
Dev: Crate Entertainment
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 65.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.
Why similar: Action RPG 64.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, RPG 12.1%, Dark 3.7%, Action 2%
Why You'll Like It: This title provides a gritty, dark fantasy world with deep crafting systems and complex character building that appeals to fans of the genre.
- #10 Demon Skin
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 140 reviews2021
Dev: Ludus futurePub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Brutal Hack&Slash game with a challenging combat system plunges you into the harsh dark fantasy world to test your will and your skills. Only those who dare to get into the Demon Skin can survive!
Why similar: RPG 26.6%, Dark Fantasy 21.2%, Dark 15.5%, Action 14.4%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, side-scrolling action-RPG that captures the brutal, unforgiving combat style of the seed game.
- #11 The Tarnishing of Juxtia
90% matchMixed68% of 681 reviews2022
Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: RPG 25%, Dark Fantasy 22.7%, Action 14.3%, Dark 11%, Violent 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy souls-like that focuses on challenging combat and exploration in a decaying, gothic world.
- #12 Vampire: The Masquerade - Redemption
89% matchVery Positive88% of 974 reviews2017
Dev: Nihilistic SoftwarePub: Activision
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Inhabiting the World of Darkness, you must face a series of brutal confrontations with your nemesis Vukodlak, a powerful vampire lord.
Why similar: Vampires 81.9% ★, RPG 8.4%, Violent 4.1%, Story Rich 1.3%, Dark 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic RPG that explores the dark history and lore of vampires through a long, narrative-driven campaign.
- #13 Salt and Sanctuary
89% matchVery Positive89% of 21,605 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 27.7%, RPG 26%, Action 11.4%, Action RPG 10.6%, Dark 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game combines dark, challenging dungeon-crawling with deep RPG mechanics in a grim, interconnected world.
- #14 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
87% matchVery Positive93% of 41,070 reviews2019
Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: RPG 34.8%, Vampires 19.6% ★, Action 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Crafting 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A gothic action-RPG that features extensive dungeon exploration and a wide variety of crafting and combat options.
- #15 Blasphemous
86% matchVery Positive90% of 63,499 reviews2019
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Dark Fantasy 39.5%, Violent 23.9%, Action 14.1%, Horror 8.4%, Indie 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A gothic, challenging action-platformer that excels in its dark, religious-horror aesthetic and brutal combat.
- #16 Shadows: Heretic Kingdoms
88% matchMixed59% of 449 reviews2014
Dev: Games FarmPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Shadows is the next chapter in the Heretic Kingdoms saga. Experience an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics. Take on the role of the Devourer, a demon that swallows the souls of the dead and then brings them back into the mortal realm as his puppets
Why similar: RPG 49.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Action RPG 15.5%, Story Rich 7.5%, Indie 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: An isometric action-RPG that shares the dark, supernatural narrative focus and hack-and-slash gameplay.
- #17 Eldest Souls
85% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,257 reviews2021
Dev: Fallen Flag StudioPub: United Label
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 31.2%, Action RPG 29.8%, Action 12.6%, RPG 8.6%, Indie 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging, dark fantasy action game that focuses on intense boss encounters and fast-paced, unforgiving combat.
- #18 BloodLust 2: Nemesis
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 123 reviews2020
Dev: WRF Studios
Windows
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 85.4% ★, RPG 8.3%, Action 4.3%, Indie 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: The sequel to a key recommendation, offering more of the same vampire-themed dungeon-crawling action.
- #19 Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem
84% matchMixed56% of 67,885 reviews2020
Dev: WOLCEN Studio
Windows
Median: 16.2 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Carve your path in this Hack’n’Slash free from class boundaries. Purify a world shattered by corruption, and uncover the grim secrets and forgotten horrors lurking in the shadows of this forsaken land as you rise in Power. Your Inner aspect beckons—will you answer?
Why similar: Action RPG 25.6%, RPG 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 22.3%, Action 13.2%, Indie 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG with high-fidelity combat and a focus on character customization through deep skill trees.
- #20 Dungeons of Blood and Dream
82% matchVery Positive94% of 1,145 reviews2024
Dev: Lori Vornoy
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Play as a mighty Blood Wizard on a quest to escape a death-loop of psychedelic dungeons. Slay disgusting creatures using a large array of bladed weapons and unnerving spells, harness the power of cursed rings, find mysterious treasures, and learn the secrets of the universe you are trapped in.
Why similar: RPG 27.9%, Dark Fantasy 22.5%, Horror 12.8%, Dark 12.7%, Action 12.1%
Why You'll Like It: A surreal dungeon-crawler that emphasizes dark, atmospheric exploration and combat.
- #21 Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi
83% matchVery Positive87% of 3,173 reviews2014
Dev: Idol FXPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
It is a misty evening in the year of our lord 1912. The Pattersons, a poor but proud aristocratic family of the British nobility, and some of their closest friends, arrive at the castle Malachi residence of a wealthy Romanian Count.
Why similar: Vampires 88.3% ★, Horror 5.6%, Action 3%, Atmospheric 1.1%, Dark 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic first-person dungeon-crawler that captures the gothic horror and vampire-hunting atmosphere of the seed game.
- #22 Lords of the Fallen
81% matchMixed68% of 52,264 reviews2023
Dev: CI Games
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: RPG 22.9%, Dark Fantasy 21.5%, Action RPG 20.3%, Action 12.2%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy souls-like that emphasizes heavy, tactical combat and exploration in a decaying world.
- #23 Guild of Darksteel
82% matchMixed64% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Igor SandmanPub: Digerati
Windows
Guild of Darksteel is a story-driven adventure game set in a rich, dark fantasy world. As the immortal Sellsword, you must unearth an evil plot brewing beneath the city of Ravenrock. Only you can discover the true horror lurking under the city’s surface.
Why similar: RPG 24.1%, Dark Fantasy 19.8%, Action RPG 13.5%, Dark 12.4%, Action 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy RPG that features a unique aesthetic and a focus on combat and narrative progression.
- #24 Dungeons of Edera
81% matchMixed68% of 1,058 reviews2022
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory.
Why similar: RPG 40.9%, Action 21.8%, Action RPG 19.1%, Indie 9.6%, Adventure 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that focuses on procedural dungeon crawling and character progression in a dark fantasy setting.
- #25 Darkest Dungeon®
79% matchVery Positive92% of 159,462 reviews2016
Dev: Red Hook Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 37.1%, RPG 35.5%, Dark 10.4%, Horror 5.5%, Atmospheric 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the psychological and physical toll of dungeon-crawling in a dark, gothic setting.
- #26 Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 630 reviews2026
Dev: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 72.5% ★, Action 8.4%, Action-Adventure 3.9%, Violent 3.4%, Dark 3.2%
- #27 INFERNO CLIMBER
80% matchMixed56% of 120 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Forge through hell in this survival action RPG! Defeat powerful bosses to collect all 5 Purgatory Stones in hell. Slashing, magic casting, arrow shooting, bombs throwing, exploring, eating, cooking, blacksmithing.
Why similar: RPG 50.1%, Action 26.2%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, Atmospheric 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that emphasizes exploration and challenging combat in a hostile world.
- #28 Animus - Stand Alone
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 69 reviews2019
Dev: TENBIRDS
Windows
ANIMUS is an Action RPG that calls upon you to bring an end to a dying world. Button mashing will get you killed. Keep a keen eye on your stamina as you block, dodge, and strike down your enemies.
Why similar: RPG 27.6%, Action RPG 23.4%, Action 15.3%, Dark 13.6%, Violent 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, linear action-RPG that focuses on challenging, souls-like combat mechanics.
- #29 Night Swarm
75% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,194 reviews2025
Dev: Fubu GamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Claim your throne as Vampire Lord in this survivors-like. Each run is another step on your journey with new followers, quests and skills to unlock. The night is yours to conquer.
Why similar: Vampires 68.5% ★, RPG 6.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%, Action RPG 6.2%, Action 3.9%
- #30 Vampire's Fall 2
73% matchVery Positive90% of 3,034 reviews2026
Dev: Early Morning Studio
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Rise as a vampire in a handcrafted 2D dark-fantasy RPG. Master devastating powers, confront horrific enemies, and forge your destiny in a world shattered by a brutal civil war between humans and vampires.
Why similar: Vampires 37.5% ★, RPG 24%, Action RPG 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, Action-Adventure 6.4%
- #31 Vampirem
77% matchVery Positive88% of 77 reviews2021
Dev: WRF Studios
Windows
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 75.5% ★, RPG 11.7%, Action 7%, Action RPG 3.4%, Horror 2%
- #32 Dark Fantasy Warriors
78% matchMixed55% of 58 reviews2020
Dev: WarriorsStudio
Windows
Dark Fantasy Warrior is a third-person action role-playing game in Dark Souls style. Extremely dark, deep and DIFFICULT! All of that in this super action game and prepare to die. Are you ready to fight Darkness?
Why similar: RPG 24.1%, Dark Fantasy 23%, Action RPG 20.4%, Action 14.5%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A combat-focused action game that leans heavily into the dark fantasy aesthetic and challenging encounters.
- #33 Netherworld Covenant
74% matchVery Positive80% of 678 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.
Why similar: RPG 24.8%, Action RPG 21.8%, Dark Fantasy 20.4%, Action 14.1%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #34 Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
76% matchMostly Negative30% of 437 reviews2026
Dev: Bit Bot MediaPub: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
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 58% ★, Action 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Violent 6%
- #35 From Shadows
78% matchMixed66% of 62 reviews2017
Dev: Revolt and RebelPub: Klabater
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Action-platformer filled to the brim with blood, mayhem, and demons straight from hell! Play solo or with your friends in split-screen, upgrade your beast, and mow down hordes of enemies and their towering lieutenants.
Why similar: Vampires 82.9% ★, RPG 5%, Action RPG 4.7%, Horror 2.7%, Action 2.5%
- #36 Vampires Dawn 3 - The Crimson Realm
74% matchVery Positive86% of 703 reviews2021
Dev: Dawnatic Games
Windows
Vampires Dawn 3 is a 2D retro pixel RPG full of vampires, blood and tragic moments! Follow Asgar Serrans bloody path through a world in which humankind only has the sacred crusade to prevent extinction.
Why similar: Vampires 84.3% ★, RPG 6.3%, Dark Fantasy 4.3%, Dark 2.7%, Story Rich 1.4%
- #37 Drova - Forsaken Kin
70% matchVery Positive94% of 9,340 reviews2024
Dev: Just2DPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 15.5 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: RPG 34.9%, Action RPG 26.9%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Action 9.6%, Story Rich 6.4%
- #38 Vampires: Bloodlord Rising
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,580 reviews2026
Dev: Mehuman GamesPub: Toplitz Productions
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
In this dark, open-world adventure, you awaken as a Vampire Lord. Build and customize your castle. Hunt for blood, fight, craft, and gather. Command your loyal servants. Shapeshift into a bat to explore the night and survive the relentless Inquisition, solo or in 4-player co-op.
Why similar: Vampires 74.6% ★, RPG 8.3%, Crafting 7.9%, Horror 3.8%, Atmospheric 2.8%
- #39 Ashes of Immortality
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 113 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Vampires vs Werewolves vs Hunters... Guess which group you're playing with? Find out in this exciting 16-bit style RPG full of twists and colorful characters!
Why similar: Vampires 84.5% ★, RPG 6.1%, Dark Fantasy 2%, Story Rich 1.8%, Dark 1.6%
- #40 DARK
76% matchMixed54% of 1,393 reviews2013
Dev: Realmforge StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 86.1% ★, Dark 3.7%, Action 3.3%, Horror 2.2%, Action-Adventure 1.9%
- #41 Moroi
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: Violet SaintPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
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: Vampires 37.7% ★, Action 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Violent 8.1%
- #42 Scarlet Tower
71% matchVery Positive82% of 2,365 reviews2024
Dev: Pyxeralia LLCPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Hunt during the day, be hunted during the NIGHT! Scarlet Tower is a gothic horror casual game with roguelike and RPG elements, like talent trees, classes, familiars and more!
Why similar: Vampires 85.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 5.3%, RPG 5%, Action 2.6%, Action RPG 1.6%
- #43 Devious Dungeon
72% matchVery Positive83% of 409 reviews2019
Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.
Why similar: RPG 27.8%, Action RPG 25.9%, Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Action 13.1%, Atmospheric 6.4%
- #44 Legacy of Kain: Defiance (2003)
73% matchVery Positive85% of 1,258 reviews2012
Dev: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 36%
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 84.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 5.2%, Action 4.9%, Story Rich 2%, Adventure 1.4%
- #45 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,494 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.
Why similar: RPG 18.3%, Action RPG 17.1%, Dark Fantasy 17%, Violent 14.4%, Dark 10.9%
- #46 VOIN
68% matchVery Positive93% of 3,092 reviews2024
Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Crafted by a solo developer, VOIN is a first-person hack-and-slash. Cleave through hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. Explore dark fantasy realms filled with secrets and dangers. Discover powerful gear and weapons, and face menacing bosses in your quest to cleanse a broken world.
Why similar: RPG 25.3%, Action RPG 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 21.3%, Action 13.7%, Action-Adventure 10.1%
- #47 Wanted Shadows
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 57 reviews2023
Dev: RadhoodPub: Conradical Games
Windows
Decimate thousands of demons on All Hallows' Eve to protect your infernal home. Wanted Shadows is a bullet heaven roguelite where the difference between overpowering and being overpowered lies in your skill and wit.
Why similar: RPG 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 21.7%, Action RPG 20.3%, Action 12.9%, Dark 12.4%
- #48 Of Ash and Steel
69% matchMixed65% of 6,426 reviews2025
Dev: Fire & FrostPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 30.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.5%, RPG 22%, Crafting 12.5%, Action 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%
- #49 Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden
68% matchVery Positive84% of 8,714 reviews2024
Dev: DON'T NODPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 70.9% ★, RPG 5.8%, Action RPG 5.5%, Dark Fantasy 4.9%, Action 2.8%
- #50 V Rising
66% matchVery Positive89% of 134,242 reviews2024
Dev: Stunlock Studios
Windows
Median: 21.0 hrsMean: 57.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 87.3% ★, Crafting 5.4%, Dark Fantasy 3.2%, Action 1.8%, Action-Adventure 1.4%
- #51 Vampire of the Sands
73% matchMixed65% of 97 reviews2015
Dev: HomphPub: Homph LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Vampire of the Sands is a punishing action dungeon-crawler with roguelike elements.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #52 Hunt the Night
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 502 reviews2023
Dev: Moonlight GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation.
Why similar: Action RPG 33%, Dark Fantasy 32.8%, Action 13.3%, Violent 10.5%, Indie 4.4%
- #53 The Last Faith
68% matchVery Positive84% of 5,369 reviews2023
Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 68.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Violent 7.9%, Action 4.4%, Horror 3.2%
- #54 Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2
70% matchVery Positive85% of 6,368 reviews2014
Dev: MercurySteamPub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: Vampires 90.1% ★, Action 4.6%, Action RPG 1.2%, Adventure 1.2%, RPG 0.7%
- #55 BloodRush: Undying Wish
67% matchVery Positive99% of 87 reviews2025
Dev: Lightmancer StudiosPub: Nuntius Games
Windows · Linux
BloodRush: Undying Wish is an extremely fast-paced hack n' slash roguelike set in a gothic, undying world. Dash, shoot and strike with ability combos, weaving between enemies like an improvised dance. Death is gone; bring her back.
Why similar: Vampires 70.1% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Violent 7.3%, Dark 4.9%, Action 3.7%
- #56 Beyond the Ice Palace 2
67% matchMixed68% of 124 reviews2025
Dev: STORYBIRD StudioPub: PQube
Windows
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 66.9% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Action RPG 8.8%, Action 6%, Action-Adventure 4.4%
- #57 Larva Mortus
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 751 reviews2009
Pub: Meridian4
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Larva Mortus is a fast-paced hack and slash top-down shooter. As an agent specializing in exorcism, you are tasked to hunt monsters of the supernatural in a dark, ominous, and randomly generated atmosphere full of undead, terrifying and demonic nightmares.
Why similar: Vampires 79.8% ★, RPG 6.9%, Action RPG 6.7%, Action 3.5%, Horror 3.1%
- #58 Boneraiser Minions
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,322 reviews2023
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Amass an army of undead to fight endless waves of heroes intent to end your boneraising ways! In this gothic auto-battler rogue-lite Survivor-like, use the bones of slain heroes to raise your minions, collect relics and spells, and unlock meta upgrades, all to survive King Gigald's crusade!
Why similar: Vampires 83.5% ★, RPG 4.8%, Dark Fantasy 3.4%, Action RPG 3.3%, Action 2.7%
- #59 The Doors That Led to Nowhere
65% matchVery Positive93% of 102 reviews2024
Dev: SoloCap Games
Windows · Mac
Wake up lost in a void of darkness. With no other option, press onward through cryptic dimensional doors, wielding a mysterious blade created by the fallen entities that came long before you in this heart-pounding First Person RPG.
Why similar: RPG 38.4%, Action 23.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Adventure 6.8%