- #1 Dragon's Dogma 2
96% matchMixed61% of 113,062 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 30.8 hrsMean: 48.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.
Why similar: Dragons 29.9% ★, Action RPG 16.9%, Medieval 10.3%, Magic 8.6%, Fantasy 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features epic dragon-focused combat and an expansive fantasy world that emphasizes action-RPG exploration.
- #2 Enshrouded
96% matchVery Positive86% of 98,202 reviews2024
Dev: Keen Games GmbH
Windows
Median: 18.3 hrsMean: 44.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You are Flameborn, last ember of hope of a dying race. Awaken, survive the terror of a corrupting fog, and reclaim the lost beauty of your kingdom. Venture into a vast world, vanquish punishing bosses, build grand halls and forge your path in this co-op survival action RPG for up to 16 players.
Why similar: Base Building 31.6%, Action RPG 17.4%, Building 12.8%, PvE 9.3%, Fantasy 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines deep base-building and survival mechanics with a vast fantasy open world and action-RPG combat.
- #3 Dark and Darker
95% matchMixed65% of 81,391 reviews2024
Dev: IRONMACE
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 33.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.
Why similar: Loot 40%, Medieval 21.2%, PvE 11.4%, Magic 8.4%, Fantasy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: This hardcore extraction dungeon crawler captures the tense, medieval-fantasy atmosphere and loot-focused gameplay of the genre.
- #4 Frozen Flame
94% matchMixed63% of 2,965 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamside InteractivePub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A challenging exploration and survival adventure, set in the dying world of Dragons. Only those who harness the power of Frozen Flame have the means to survive the harsh conditions of the realm and able to muster the strength to cleanse it for good.
Why similar: Base Building 28.1%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Building 16.1%, Fantasy 10.8%, RPG 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a mix of survival, base-building, and action-RPG combat within a vibrant, dragon-themed fantasy world.
- #5 Citadel: Forged with Fire
94% matchMixed68% of 5,882 reviews2019
Dev: Blue Isle StudiosPub: Blue Isle Publishing
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
This massive online sandbox RPG features elements of magic, spellcasting, building, exploring and crafting. As a newly minted apprentice of the magic arts, you will set off to the dangerous world of Ignus. Tame mighty beasts, forge alliances, explore uncharted territories or fight for dominance!
Why similar: Dragons 29.9% ★, Magic 18.9%, Base Building 13.8%, Fantasy 11.6%, RPG 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world sandbox game that allows players to tame dragons and build massive magical castles.
- #6 First Dwarf
93% matchMostly Positive78% of 353 reviews2024
Dev: Star Drifters
Windows
Pilot a dwarven mech and fly a dragon as you build and defend outposts across a shattered magical realm. Craft, explore, and survive the dangers of floating islands corrupted by the Taint in this action-packed survival RPG with base-building and co-op.
Why similar: Base Building 14.8%, Co-op 14.3%, Action RPG 13.4%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Lore-Rich 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features cooperative play, base-building, and exploration in a fantasy world with unique mechanical traversal.
- #7 Valheim
92% matchVery Positive94% of 529,829 reviews2021
Dev: Iron Gate ABPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 25.6 hrsMean: 76.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally-generated purgatory inspired by viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s patronage!
Why similar: Base Building 26.6%, Co-op 19.5%, Building 18.8%, PvE 11.2%, Third Person 8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a compelling mix of base-building, survival, and exploration in a Norse-inspired fantasy world.
- #8 V Rising
91% matchVery Positive89% of 132,034 reviews2024
Dev: Stunlock Studios
Windows
Median: 21.0 hrsMean: 57.1 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: Base Building 33.2%, Hack and Slash 17%, PvE 13.6%, Building 13.1%, Co-op 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: Blends top-down action-RPG combat with extensive base-building and survival elements in a dark fantasy setting.
- #9 Monster Hunter: World
91% matchVery Positive89% of 504,423 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 36.7 hrsMean: 164.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.
Why similar: Co-op 35.8%, Action RPG 15%, Third Person 9.7%, RPG 9%, Fantasy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive experience for players who enjoy hunting massive creatures for loot and gear progression.
- #10 Dragonkin: The Banished
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,975 reviews2026
Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The draconic threat is once again upon us. Legendary heroes rise up to face the legions from the depths. Tame your wyrmlings, create unique power builds with the Ancestral Grid, expand your city and destroy the Dragons!
Why similar: Loot 24%, Dragons 23.7% ★, Action RPG 16.8%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Fantasy 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that captures the hack-and-slash feel and fantasy aesthetic of dragon-themed combat.
- #11 Century: Age of Ashes
90% matchMostly Positive74% of 18,128 reviews2021
Dev: Playwing LTD
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Century: Age of Ashes is a free-to-play multiplayer dragon shooter. Master a growing roster of classes and dragons, compete in intense arena battles and rule the skies in fast-paced aerial combats.
Why similar: Dragons 78% ★, Third Person 9%, Fantasy 8.5%, Action 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses specifically on the dragon-riding combat mechanics that serve as a core pillar of Dragonhold.
- #12 Towerborne
87% matchMixed66% of 1,483 reviews2026
Dev: StoicPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Towerborne is an exciting side-scrolling Action RPG Brawler. As an immortal warrior journey across a crumbling world, uncover the mystery of the fallen City of Numbers, and push back the corruption threatening humanity’s survival.
Why similar: Loot 25.4%, Action RPG 16.2%, Co-op 14.7%, Hack and Slash 10%, Lore-Rich 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A cooperative action-RPG that focuses on loot, character progression, and fantasy combat.
- #13 RAIDBORN
88% matchMostly Positive77% of 348 reviews2023
Dev: Phodex Games
Windows
RAIDBORN is an addicting fantasy action RPG with base building and procedural dungeons. Loot legendary treasures, upgrade your gear, level up your skills, and hurl yourself into intense combat.
Why similar: Loot 17.4%, Action RPG 16.2%, Base Building 16%, Hack and Slash 12%, Medieval 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person action-RPG that focuses on dungeon crawling and loot collection in a medieval fantasy world.
- #14 Last Epoch
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 117,332 reviews2024
Dev: Eleventh Hour Games
Windows
Median: 39.0 hrsMean: 85.9 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Uncover the Past, Reforge the Future. Ascend into one of 15 mastery classes and explore dangerous dungeons, hunt epic loot, craft legendary weapons, and wield the power of over a hundred transformative skill trees. Last Epoch is being developed by a team of passionate Action RPG enthusiasts.
Why similar: Loot 35.2%, Action RPG 26.5%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Co-op 7%, RPG 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A deep action-RPG that excels in loot-based progression and character customization.
- #15 Hammerwatch II
86% matchMixed62% of 2,198 reviews2023
Dev: CrackshellPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Gather your heroes and journey beyond the dungeons of Castle Hammerwatch to explore a pixelated world like never before. Aid King Roland’s resistance while helping villagers along the way. Battle beasts, finish off hordes of the undead, and face the forces of evil.
Why similar: Dragons 22.1% ★, Action RPG 16.8%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Co-op 15.2%, Medieval 13.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic dungeon-crawler that emphasizes cooperative play and loot-driven progression in a fantasy setting.
- #16 Fight The Dragon
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,337 reviews2014
Dev: 3 Sprockets
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A COMMUNITY CREATED Hack'n Slash RPG where players can team up and tackle exciting adventures made by other community members in our in-game Adventure Construction Kit - It's DIABLO meets LITTLE BIG PLANET!
Why similar: Dragons 28.9% ★, Hack and Slash 18%, Co-op 16.5%, RPG 10.5%, Action RPG 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A community-driven action-RPG that features dragon-themed combat and cooperative play.
- #17 Dream Slayers
84% matchMixed65% of 55 reviews2025
Dev: Matthew WestonPub: Cl4ysta
Windows
Enter the realm of the Dream Slayers, a Fantasy-Themed Extraction RPG where you battle nightmares, survive raids, and escape with powerful loot... or lose it all.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.7%, Medieval 19.9%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Fantasy 11.4%, Third Person 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: An extraction-shooter that incorporates dungeon-crawling and RPG elements in a fantasy environment.
- #18 Elmarion: Dragon time
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 563 reviews2020
Dev: Fleon Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 84.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
“Elmarion: Time of the Dragon” is an RPG game, the main character of which is the dragon! The player will find many adventures and tasks, controlling not a human character, as in most RPGs, but a flying fire-breathing dragon. Aim of the game: to repel the invasion of the undead.
Why similar: Dragons 39.6% ★, Medieval 13.4%, Action RPG 11.1%, Magic 9.6%, Fantasy 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A spectacle-fighter that centers entirely on dragon flight and combat mechanics.
- #19 Eydigard
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: Frostisen Studio
Windows
Eydigard is a third-person co-op action RPG where players shapeshift into animals to fight, explore, and reclaim cursed farms in plague-ridden 1500s Norway. Inspired by Norwegian and Sámi folktales, it blends historical fantasy with challenging boss fights and a grounded, story-rich world.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.3%, Lore-Rich 16.3%, PvE 14.5%, RPG 10.8%, Exploration 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and adventure in a vast open-world fantasy setting with RPG progression.
- #20 Wigmund
83% matchVery Positive81% of 735 reviews2022
Dev: The Scholastics
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Defeat the evil Antiochus as you fight his malefic servants in this open-world fantasy action RPG with a unique, real-time combat game-play. Crafting, fishing, hunting, cooking, talents, professions and many other things are at hand.
Why similar: Dragons 29.5% ★, Loot 18.3%, Action RPG 12.9%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Medieval 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A single-player action-RPG that features a unique combat system and dragon-themed fantasy exploration.
- #21 Conan Exiles
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 111,441 reviews2018
Dev: Funcom
Windows
Median: 16.9 hrsMean: 111.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
An online multiplayer survival game, now with sorcery, set in the lands of Conan the Barbarian. Survive in a vast open world sandbox, build your home into a kingdom, and dominate your enemies in single or multiplayer.
Why similar: Building 37.8%, Co-op 19.9%, RPG 12.4%, Fantasy 9.9%, Exploration 8%
Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused game with robust base-building and medieval fantasy combat elements.
- #22 No King No Kingdom
81% matchVery Positive85% of 145 reviews2020
Dev: Fullmetal Developer
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
No King No Kingdom – First-Person Strategy Game. Ride Dragons! Command peasants! Build towns! Raise Armies! Tame Epic Creatures! Take your own sword and fight side by side with your troops against powerful giant bosses.
Why similar: Dragons 41.2% ★, Base Building 29.7%, Fantasy 11.6%, RPG 10%, Action 5%
Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of strategy and simulation that allows players to build and manage a kingdom.
- #23 Ash & Rust
79% matchMixed69% of 77 reviews2026
Dev: Ash and Rust Studios
Windows
For seasoned ARPG lovers, a unique Indie entry is here! Construct a deep build as you fight your way through mysterious places. Enemies are strong and smart, but you'll have a massive arsenal of tools and abilities to master in order to vanquish them. Dive in!
Why similar: Action RPG 18.7%, Loot 18%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, PvE 12.2%, Medieval 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A PVE-focused action-RPG that provides a similar top-down combat experience to many loot-driven games.
- #24 Black Dragon Mage
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 179 reviews2024
Dev: datablob
Windows
The Hall of Relics calls out to you, traveler! Unleash elemental magic, slay demon hordes, and absorb their souls to grow in power. Hatch your very own companion dragon from an egg. Fly your dragon into battle. Avenge your death. An action-roguelite survivors shooter.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.7%, Action RPG 23.4%, Medieval 23.2%, Magic 17.8%, RPG 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that incorporates bullet-hell mechanics and fantasy-themed combat.
- #25 Draconia
81% matchMixed66% of 917 reviews2022
Dev: Draconia Dev Team
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Create your dragon, customize it, level it. Explore the world of Draconia and unravel its story. Draconia is an MORPG where YOU play as the dragon!
Why similar: Dragons 58.8% ★, Base Building 10.9%, RPG 9.5%, Action RPG 9.1%, Fantasy 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dragon-focused simulation game that emphasizes the experience of living as a dragon.
- #26 Cloudheim
77% matchVery Positive83% of 1,367 reviews2025
Dev: Noodle Cat Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Master chaotic physics-based combat inspired by Zelda and Devil May Cry. Explore islands and dungeons, smash monsters, loot and craft powerful gear, and grow your home in the sky. Play solo or online co-op with up to 4 players.
Why similar: Action RPG 23.5%, Co-op 16%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Building 13.1%, Fantasy 9.5%
- #27 Grim Dawn
78% matchVery Positive94% of 104,668 reviews2016
Dev: Crate Entertainment
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 65.7 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 57.1%, Loot 19.6%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Co-op 4.7%, RPG 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that offers extensive loot systems and satisfying combat.
- #28 Dragon Forge
80% matchMixed50% of 113 reviews2022
Dev: Legend Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Become a powerful dragon & automate massive factories! Dragon Forge is an incremental base building adventure game. Uncurse & explore a huge fantasy world full of quests. Gather resources & craft upgrades to become unstoppable! Discover over 100 fables of ancient wisdom at the Dragon Forge.
Why similar: Dragons 32.8% ★, Base Building 25.8%, Building 14.6%, Third Person 10.1%, Exploration 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Combines base-building and automation with exploration in a fantasy world.
- #29 Path of Exile
78% matchVery Positive89% of 246,023 reviews2013
Dev: Grinding Gear Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 203.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Why similar: Loot 33.4%, Action RPG 25.5%, Hack and Slash 21.7%, RPG 7.3%, Fantasy 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for loot-heavy action-RPG progression and deep character building.
- #30 RuneScape: Dragonwilds
74% matchVery Positive81% of 23,948 reviews2025
Dev: Jagex Ltd
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
On RuneScape’s forgotten continent of Ashenfall, dragons have awoken. Gather, build, skill and craft to survive in this co-operative (1-4) survival crafting game. Only by mastering survival and uncovering ancient secrets can they hope to slay the Dragon Queen—alone or with allies.
Why similar: Dragons 24.7% ★, Co-op 17.3%, Base Building 15.7%, Building 11%, Magic 7%
- #31 Vampires: Bloodlord Rising
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,441 reviews2026
Dev: Mehuman GamesPub: Toplitz Productions
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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: Base Building 26.3%, Lore-Rich 17.5%, Building 14.8%, Fantasy 9.9%, Third Person 9.7%
- #32 Dragon Extinction
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 96 reviews2020
Dev: Xefier Games Inc.
Windows
Enter a fantasy world where humanity has brought dragons to the brink of extinction. This ARPG features hundreds of unique items, crafting and procedural dungeons.
Why similar: Dragons 31% ★, Action RPG 16.1%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Co-op 13.7%, Fantasy 6.8%
- #33 Embers Adrift
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 293 reviews2025
Dev: Stormhaven Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a PvE-focused fantasy MMORPG built for meaningful group play and deliberate progression that still rewards solo adventurers. Confront dangerous, unique enemies and forge lasting friendships in the world of Embers Adrift.
Why similar: Dragons 24.3% ★, Loot 19.4%, Medieval 12%, Lore-Rich 10.4%, PvE 9.6%
- #34 Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 456 reviews2023
Dev: Snowcastle Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ikonei Island is yours to discover! Explore and gather resources. Farm the land, craft tools and gear, and build your base or a cozy home. Befriend magical creatures and fight monsters with your friends or solo!
Why similar: Co-op 29.7%, Building 28%, Exploration 19%, RPG 12.4%, Singleplayer 5.5%
- #35 Brinefall
75% matchMixed42% of 99 reviews2023
Dev: Qwerty StudioPub: Gamera Interactive
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in Brinefall, where you'll gather resources and construct your own village while exploring a vast open-world filled with secrets and mysteries. Battle fierce enemies and collect valuable loot in this unique blend of sandbox and RPG gameplay.
Why similar: Loot 19.9%, Base Building 17.8%, Action RPG 14.1%, Hack and Slash 14%, Building 10.6%
- #36 MycoRelic
71% matchVery Positive91% of 154 reviews2025
Dev: Sandy Dingo Games
Windows
MycoRelic is a cooperative third person action-RPG set on islands inhabited by tribal mushroom robots. Loot derelict foundries to upgrade your robotic body. Explore ancient temples to infuse your fungus with forgotten elemental powers.
Why similar: Loot 20.6%, Action RPG 19.4%, Co-op 16.4%, Magic 9.6%, Third Person 8.8%
- #37 Ancient Kingdoms
72% matchVery Positive89% of 270 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: Dragons 30.4% ★, Action RPG 16.2%, PvE 11.8%, Medieval 9.7%, Co-op 9.5%
- #38 Everwind
70% matchVery Positive82% of 2,069 reviews2026
Dev: Enjoy Studio S.A.Pub: Bohemia Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Everwind is a novel take on RPG and Sandbox Survival genre in First-Person-Perspective. Embark on the adventure with your friends - Build a base on a flying island-ship, gather resources, craft, loot, and fight while you rise above the clouds to uncover the mysteries of this world!
Why similar: Co-op 25.6%, Building 18.7%, PvE 17.4%, Combat 11%, RPG 10.1%
- #39 Prevent The Fall
76% matchMixed62% of 103 reviews2017
Dev: D.W.SPub: D.W.S.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Prevent the Fall is a Role Playing Game/Dungeon Crawler. Advance through 20 character levels, as you acquire items of power, and attempt to conquer dungeons which are a mixture of hand-crafted and generated content. Both VR and non-VR and single player or multiplayer coop are supported.
Why similar: Loot 16.4%, RPG 12.9%, Action RPG 9.5%, Co-op 9%, Hack and Slash 8.9%
- #40 Wayfinder
71% matchMixed59% of 26,024 reviews2024
Dev: Airship Syndicate
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Become a Wayfinder, and unlock their powers as you choose your path and playstyle while pushing back a hostile force that has overtaken your world. A Co-Op ARPG where you directly shape and customize the endless adventures you go on with friends, because Wayfinders are stronger together.
Why similar: Loot 31.8%, Action RPG 21.1%, Co-op 11.7%, Third Person 9.6%, Exploration 6.4%
- #41 Dragon: The Game
76% matchMostly Negative29% of 779 reviews2014
Dev: Sky Drake StudiosPub: Red Level Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 30%
In this open world action role-playing game you will bring your dragon's story to life. Become a terrifying or benevolent dragon powerful enough to threaten kingdoms and leave its claw-mark in history. WARNING: DRAGON IS IN EARLY ACCESS ALPHA. IT IS NOT A COMPLETED GAME.
Why similar: Dragons 74.4% ★, RPG 11%, Fantasy 6.5%, Action 4.6%, Adventure 1.9%
- #42 Coridden
69% matchVery Positive90% of 488 reviews2025
Dev: AftnareldPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Become the ultimate shapeshifter in this hack n’ slash ARPG with action-based combat. Transform seamlessly and customize both your human and beast powers as you level up, find new gear and DNA-strands. Venture out solo or in co-op to uncover the secrets sealed inside a legendary city.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.5%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Co-op 18.7%, PvE 10.6%, Fantasy 7.8%
- #43 Almighty: Kill Your Gods
73% matchMixed61% of 402 reviews2021
Dev: RUNWILD EntertainmentPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Hunt demons, monsters, and gods solo or online with friends in this action RPG. Run, leap and fly across islands, ripping your foes to pieces, and rebuilding your home with their remains. Bring low the oppressive false gods, protect your kindred and become Almighty.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.3%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, Co-op 18.1%, Third Person 10.8%, Fantasy 9.9%
- #44 The Scouring
68% matchVery Positive89% of 1,084 reviews2025
Dev: Orc Group
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 68%
The Scouring is an RTS with fast pace, high attention to detail and next generation experience. Lead humans or orcs in a Classic Mode or use one of powerful Heroes to fight for victory! Play alone or with friends. Use our modding tools to create maps and custom game modes! Join The Scouring!
Why similar: Dragons 32.4% ★, Base Building 15.4%, Co-op 14.1%, Building 11.4%, Magic 9.3%
- #45 Nested Lands
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 344 reviews2026
Dev: 1M Bits HordePub: META Publishing
Windows
Nested Lands is a ruthless medieval RPG game featuring in-depth village building, large-scale social management and combats. Gather survivors, build a settlement, craft, master your skills, survive, and endure alone or in online co-op.
Why similar: Base Building 21.8%, Co-op 17.5%, Medieval 16.6%, PvE 15%, Third Person 9.3%
- #46 Beyond the Map
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 659 reviews2025
Dev: Glitch Goblins
Windows
Isometric survival ARPG set in a procedurally generated fantasy world. Build your base, gear up, and venture out, chasing stronger enemies and better loot.
Why similar: Loot 24.1%, Base Building 18.7%, Action RPG 16.3%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, PvE 10.1%
- #47 Trials of Ascension: Exile
73% matchMixed50% of 60 reviews2018
Dev: Dragonfire Entertainment
Windows
Trials of Ascension: Exile is a hardcore sandbox fantasy game where you will play as a human mastering your skills, evolve for the hunt as a Raknar, or defy all odds to grow as a powerful dragon!
Why similar: Dragons 50% ★, RPG 23.6%, Action 10.7%, Adventure 10%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #48 Carth
70% matchMixed58% of 73 reviews2024
Dev: Deidre Reay Studios LLC
Windows
Carth is a survival rpg set in a ravaged open world. You will need to explore, build, and fight to thrive. Gain extraordinary skills as you take on an incredible evil. Join together or go at it alone as you attempt to survive Carth.
Why similar: Dragons 32.2% ★, Base Building 18.8%, Medieval 12.9%, Building 10.7%, PvE 10%
- #49 The Riftbreaker
67% matchVery Positive90% of 23,181 reviews2021
Dev: EXOR Studios
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 22.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The Riftbreaker is a solo or Co-op base-building, survival game with Action-RPG elements for up to 4 players. Hack & slash countless hordes of enemies. Build up your base, craft powerful weapons and research new inventions to survive.
Why similar: Base Building 33.9%, Action RPG 21.6%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Building 13.9%, Exploration 7.6%
- #50 Dragon Is Dead
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 677 reviews2025
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Dragon is Dead is a 2D dark fantasy roguelite with hack-and-slash combat and unlockable classes. Build class skill trees, slot runes, and chase Legendary and Mythic loot through corrupted stages.
Why similar: Dragons 25.3% ★, Action RPG 22.7%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Loot 16.8%, RPG 7.7%
- #51 Eldegarde
67% matchMixed63% of 5,765 reviews2026
Dev: Notorious Studios
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Eldegarde is a mini-MMO Action RPG with PvE, PvPvE and Arena modes. Explore vast outdoor zones, craft powerful gear, and fight to survive in a living fantasy world.
Why similar: Loot 26.9%, Action RPG 16.3%, Co-op 15.5%, PvE 11.3%, Fantasy 7.7%
- #52 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
66% matchVery Positive83% of 5,864 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Why similar: Action RPG 27.7%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, Medieval 15.6%, RPG 10.9%, Fantasy 9.1%
- #53 Torchlight III
70% matchMixed47% of 11,409 reviews2020
Dev: Echtra Inc.Pub: XD
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In Torchlight III, Novastraia is again under threat of invasion and it’s up to you to defend against the Netherim and its allies. Gather your wits and brave the frontier to find fame, glory, and new adventures!
Why similar: Loot 32.6%, Hack and Slash 20.7%, Action RPG 19%, RPG 11.4%, Co-op 6.5%
- #54 Erenshor
64% matchVery Positive94% of 1,902 reviews2025
Dev: Burgee Media
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Erenshor is a single player RPG with the soul of a classic MMO - built for players who miss the journey. Partner up with Erenshor's signature SimPlayers and explore an open world where every reward comes with a story. Discover thousands of items, quests, raids, and secrets - all at your own pace.
Why similar: Loot 34.1%, Lore-Rich 13.6%, Magic 10.5%, Fantasy 8.5%, RPG 8.3%
- #55 Crimson Desert
62% matchVery Positive83% of 102,630 reviews2026
Dev: Pearl Abyss
Windows · Mac
Median: 17.9 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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: Dragons 36.2% ★, Medieval 12.6%, PvE 7.4%, Combat 7.3%, Third Person 7.2%
- #56 Lost Rift
65% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,413 reviews2025
Dev: People Can Fly
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lost Rift is a first person survival adventure shooter that blends cooperative base building with multiplayer PvE or PvP extraction expeditions. Journey solo or in teams of up to 5 players across a vast archipelago, craft gear, build bases, defeat raiders, and become legendary.
Why similar: Base Building 42.7%, PvE 24.3%, Combat 12.6%, Exploration 10.6%, Action 5%