Games Like Duskfade

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Souls-like 24%, 3D Platformer 17.4%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Platformer 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Like Duskfade, it blends intricate 3D platforming with demanding combat and exploration in a mystical world.

Jump, burrow, and tail swipe your way to victory in this love letter to classic 3D platformers!

Why similar: Collectathon 21%, 3D Platformer 20.6%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Cartoony 10.1%, Platformer 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It shares Duskfade's colorful, cartoony aesthetic and classic 3D collectathon platforming DNA.

High speed 3D action platformer! Join Spark on his latest adventure.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 24.7%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Platformer 11.4%, Third Person 8.3%, Combat 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the same fast-paced 3D action and platforming energy found in Duskfade's movement mechanics.

Strayed Lights is a colourful action-adventure featuring epic boss fights and a unique parry-based combat system. Shift between colours to repel attacks and strike back. Explore a dreamlike world as you restore your light that was torn by shadows.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.7%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Emotional 13.4%, Third Person 9.6%, Colorful 7%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors Duskfade's souls-like combat philosophy, focusing on fluid, reactive parrying and striking in fluid motion.

From the creators of the award-winning Hyper Light Drifter comes the high-speed and gravity-bending world of Solar Ash.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 20.8%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the high-speed movement, swinging, and flowing traversal that define Duskfade's action-adventure gameplay.

The Knightling is an open world, action-adventure where you play as an aspiring knight in search of their missing mentor, Sir Lionstone. Equipped with only a legendary shield, you’ll brave your way through the lands of Clesseia to become the unlikely hero.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 22.1%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Platformer 10.4%, Story Rich 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world action-adventure that shares Duskfade's bright tone and heroic 3D platforming quests.

Effie is a 3D action-adventure game that combines classic elements from the genre, such as combat, platforming, and puzzles, with the exploration of an expanded world. Live a unique fantasy adventure and relive the look and feel of old-school video-games!

Why similar: Collectathon 24.9%, 3D Platformer 23%, Cartoony 12%, Platformer 9.5%, Family Friendly 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It embraces the vibrant, fantasy collectathon vibes and classic 3D platforming style of Duskfade.

Sonic Frontiers is a groundbreaking open-zone action-adventure game set on the ancient Starfall Islands. Join Sonic as he battles hordes of powerful enemies with an all-new combat system, explores the mysteries of the islands, and saves his friends!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 21.4%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Combat 9.6%, Third Person 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers open-zone exploration and high-velocity action that appeals to players who enjoy Duskfade's dynamic movement.

Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.1%, 3D Platformer 23.1%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Third Person 10.3%, Exploration 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It provides the deep, stylish hack-and-slash combat and dark fantasy atmosphere that complement Duskfade's action elements.

A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.

Why similar: Souls-like 30%, 3D Platformer 18.4%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Exploration 7.6%, Third Person 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It features a charming, colorful aesthetic paired with surprisingly challenging action-adventure combat akin to Duskfade.

Stray Blade is an action-adventure where you play a rogue Adventurer exploring the ancient Valley of Acrea with your companion, the Xhinnon wolf Boji. Unveil the history of the forgotten valley and master the powers of the three Acrean Metals to restore balance to this war-torn land.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, Hack and Slash 19.5%, Action-Adventure 13%, Combat 10.5%, Exploration 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It combines exploratory action-adventure with tight, engaging combat mechanics similar to Duskfade's challenges.

Combining quirky missions and mysterious conspiracies, Psychonauts 2 is a platform-adventure game with cinematic style and tons of customizable psychic powers.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.7%, Cartoony 12%, Platformer 11.2%, Story Rich 10.4%, Action-Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in 3D platforming and creative world design that matches Duskfade's imaginative universe.

Clustertruck is a chaotic physics based truckformer. Jump your way through insane levels in a game of "the floor is lava" on top of speeding trucks driven by terrible drivers.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 65.5%, Action 17.4%, Platformer 11.4%, Singleplayer 4.4%, Adventure 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on pure, fast-paced 3D movement and precision platforming without the combat distractions.

A Hat in Time is a cute-as-heck 3D platformer featuring a little girl who stitches hats for wicked powers! Freely explore giant worlds and recover Time Pieces to travel to new heights!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.6%, Collectathon 31.1%, Platformer 9.4%, Third Person 5.7%, Exploration 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers top-tier 3D platforming and collectathon exploration with a similarly colorful and vibrant art style.

Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy. Relive all your favorite moments in Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped, now in fully-remastered graphical glory!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 43.4%, Platformer 18.9%, Cartoony 11%, Family Friendly 7.3%, Colorful 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational inspiration for classic obstacle-heavy 3D platforming and challenge found in Duskfade.

Same sick burns, same smoldering attitude, now all scaled up in stunning HD, Spyro is back in the Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy! Rekindle the fire with remastered versions of the original three games, Spyro™ the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro™: Year of the Dragon.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 30.4%, Collectathon 20.8%, Family Friendly 9.7%, Platformer 9.4%, Cartoony 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the whimsical exploration, vibrant worlds, and collectathon DNA central to Duskfade's adventure.

Immortals Fenyx Rising brings grand mythological adventure to life. Play as Fenyx on a quest to save the Greek gods.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.7%, Third Person 17.2%, Combat 11.1%, Exploration 10.1%, Story Rich 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It blends open-world exploration, mythological storytelling, and dynamic hack-and-slash combat like Duskfade.

Embark on a journey full of danger in this action RPG, inspired by Greek and Roman mythologies. Explore the breathtaking city of Aphes and forge your way through legions of unique foes and mythical bosses to discover the truth behind the city’s curse.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.2%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Exploration 9.6%, Story Rich 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It mixes light souls-like combat mechanics with a colorful fantasy world and action-adventure progression.

Return to an apocalyptic Earth in Darksiders III, a hack-n-slash Action Adventure where players assume the role of FURY in her quest to hunt down and dispose of the Seven Deadly Sins. The most enigmatic of the Four Horsemen, FURY must bring balance to the forces that now ravage Earth.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.9%, Hack and Slash 30.8%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Third Person 6.1%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a blend of hack-and-slash combat and exploratory 3D puzzle-platforming elements.

Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.

Why similar: Story Rich 27%, Action-Adventure 18.2%, Colorful 15.2%, Adventure 12.3%, Atmospheric 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a gorgeous, stylized adventure rich in exploration, combat, and unique traversal abilities.

PERFECTLY CRAFTED FOR PC. PlayStation® icon Sackboy bursts into action on PC in a huge 3D multiplayer platforming adventure. An epic journey stuffed with platforming challenges. Deeply immersive controls. Collaborative, chaotic and joyful multiplayer fun.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 31%, Platformer 25%, Family Friendly 20.6%, Adventure 9.5%, 3D 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It provides polished 3D platforming mechanics and delightful cooperative or solo exploration.

A Tropical Open-World adventure. Climb, glide, swim, and sail your boat around a beautiful archipelago in this physics-driven sandbox. Take control of any animal or object you can find, and Jam on your fully playable Ukulele.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 30.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Exploration 12.7%, Third Person 12.4%, Colorful 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It centers around open-world exploration, unique traversal powers, and a vibrant tropical aesthetic.

BIOMUTANT® is an open-world, post-apocalyptic Kung-Fu fable RPG, with a unique martial arts styled combat system allowing you to mix melee, shooting and mutant ability action.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35%, Third Person 17.1%, Action 14.3%, Exploration 10.8%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world action-RPG featuring colorful characters, martial arts combat, and playful exploration.

His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 19%, Souls-like 17.8%, Story Rich 10.7%, Combat 9.8%, Third Person 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers masterclass action-adventure combat and rich atmospheric storytelling.

From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness. Set in the Viking age, a broken Celtic warrior embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover.

Why similar: Story Rich 21.2%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Third Person 16.2%, Atmospheric 15.8%, Action-Adventure 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: It explores psychological dark fantasy themes and tight third-person combat encounters.

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Souls-like 48.8%, Platformer 17.6%, Exploration 10.6%, Story Rich 7.9%, Atmospheric 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: While 2D, it matches the challenging combat and deep, atmospheric exploration found in Duskfade's DNA.

Alice: Madness Returns is a third-person, single-player, action adventure platformer. Visit the grim reality of Victorian London and travel to the beautiful yet ghastly Wonderland to uncover the root of Alice's madness.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 24.2%, Hack and Slash 22.8%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Third Person 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It blends dark fantasy themes with precise 3D platforming and frantic melee combat.

A next-generation action experience where the elements obey you, the terrain bends to your will, and every victory is entirely your own.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.5%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Exploration 10.4%, Third Person 9.2%, Combat 7.4%

Jump into adventure in Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Director's Cut, a love letter to platformers! Play in single-player or couch co-op, and enjoy 8 colorful worlds, classic platforming challenges, and music by legendary composer David Wise.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 49%, Family Friendly 16.5%, Action-Adventure 16%, Platformer 9%, Adventure 4.2%

A 3D platforming journey, featuring a cute raccoon that must save the forest from darkness! Master dozens of different level mechanics as you run and jump through course-based worlds, saving other animals along the way.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 23.6%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Emotional 11.2%, Cartoony 10.4%, Platformer 9.9%

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

Why similar: Platformer 22.6%, Combat 20.1%, Story Rich 16%, Exploration 14.4%, Action 10.7%

Manairons is a 3D action platformer game inspired by the legends of little creatures living in the Pyrenees. Help Nai face off against the landowner who has taken control of a charming village using the power of the "canut," with magic, flute, and plenty of chaos.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 24.4%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Exploration 10.2%, Action 9.5%, Third Person 9%

Embark on a perilous journey to rescue your brother and prevent a looming war. Harness the power of devastating magical abilities to conquer enemies, traverse treacherous landscapes, and unveil the hidden history of Aema.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 31.2%, Third Person 19.5%, Story Rich 13.8%, Atmospheric 9.1%, Combat 7.7%

The Lightbringer is a poetic adventure/puzzle platformer with light combat elements, set in a beautiful world claimed by a vile corruption. Guided by your sister’s spirit, you must prevail where she could not. Cleanse the corruption, become The Lightbringer.

Why similar: Collectathon 21.3%, 3D Platformer 19.2%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Emotional 11%, Platformer 9.3%

In this challenging, fast-paced roguelite, every death is a unique chance to rewrite fate, save Persia or die trying. Master fluid, acrobatic combat and parkour as you explore your kingdom to right your wrongs!

Why similar: Souls-like 17.2%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, Cartoony 14.4%, Platformer 13.4%, Hack and Slash 11.9%

A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.

Why similar: Souls-like 33%, Hack and Slash 23.6%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Exploration 9.8%, Story Rich 7.6%

A fast-paced platformer where you can slash, dash, and control time. Slow down the frenzy of combat and find the right moment to strike! Then, aim the 360-degree dash and zoom away at lightning speed! Master your abilities to maneuver around obstacles and vaporize foes before they can touch you.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.5%, Platformer 19.6%, Combat 17.8%, Story Rich 10.3%, Colorful 8.5%

Balance the weight of the GIGASWORD, battling between brain and brawn. Solve intricate puzzles, discover covert chambers, and slash through foes as Ezra fights to reach the top of the Nestrium and recover the God Crystal within. Can he restore the world's coherency before it's too late?

Why similar: Souls-like 34.1%, Emotional 16.7%, Platformer 13.6%, Hack and Slash 9%, Action 6.9%

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, Action-Adventure 27%, Combat 18.9%, Action 10.7%, Exploration 4.6%

FADE is a classic Third person Action RPG. Travel to the land of Baltane and stop a twisted cult from finishing a ancient and twisted ritual. Face powerful bosses, collect loot, and fight horrific beings. Solo developed.

Why similar: Souls-like 40.6%, Hack and Slash 28.8%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Third Person 9%, Action 4%

Travel through time and help Mai and her Grandfather uncover the mysteries of the world after the Last Great War. Explore the connections between ancient eras and dystopian futures in an adventure that blends thrilling combat with precision platforming.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.8%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Souls-like 10.3%, Action 9%, Story Rich 7.9%

Armed with God-given powers, the revived tribune Adrestia is given a second chance to save the universe from her maniacal twin sister. Find secrets, acquire upgrades, and dominate mighty foes through sheer combat prowess as you explore and conquer the horrors of the forsaken vessel Atromitos.

Why similar: Souls-like 34%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Exploration 12.8%, Platformer 12.2%, Story Rich 10.5%

Explore an oniric world and discover all its secrets during a dangerous and memorable quest.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 25.4%, Collectathon 21.2%, Platformer 13.1%, Exploration 11.4%, Action 11.3%

Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.

Why similar: Exploration 22%, Action-Adventure 20.4%, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Action 9.7%, Combat 9.2%

Dive into the immersive world of Retrace the Light, a captivating 2.5D action-adventure game centered around the "Spatial Retracing" feature. Assume the role of an Enforcer working for a super AI in a futuristic world, exploring the depths of human consciousness and healing their emotional wounds.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.1%, 3D Platformer 19.8%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Exploration 8.3%

A fantasy world like no other! Help Runa uncover the mysteries buried deep in the ruins of the ancient Chaikuru civilization, in a classic and epic 3D adventure platformer.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 25%, Collectathon 20.1%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Exploration 9.1%

Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of this war-torn empire and escape your captors. Carve your way through a gritty souls-like RPG set in a sprawling, interconnected world.

Why similar: Souls-like 42.1%, Hack and Slash 26.6%, Exploration 11.3%, Combat 10.6%, Story Rich 7.9%

Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.3%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Emotional 15.5%, Combat 11.8%, Story Rich 9.9%

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, 3D Platformer 18.3%, Hack and Slash 14%, Cartoony 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

Explore an interconnected world full of platforming challenges in this short metroidvania. Reach new areas by swinging from ceilings, throwing bombs, bouncing off spikes, and more. Examine dozens of artifacts, commune with forgotten gods, and piece together what happened to Auridia.

Why similar: Exploration 23.5%, Platformer 22.5%, Story Rich 19.4%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Action 9.6%

Embark on a magical quest as Fynn the dragon to rescue your unhatched siblings from the mysterious Cavern of Dreams in this N64-style 3D platformer. Gain new abilities, meet unique characters, solve puzzles, and beware of the mysterious villain.

Why similar: Collectathon 27.9%, 3D Platformer 26.4%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Exploration 9%, Cartoony 7.6%

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Platformer 32.2%, Hack and Slash 25.4%, Action 14.7%, Exploration 8.5%, Story Rich 6.8%

Bygone Dreams is a high fantasy Action-Adventure set inside a surreal dream world. Face fantastical adversaries, solve puzzles, and fight your way through challenging bosses in your quest to save the world's matron deity and stop the nightmare consuming the dream.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 28.7%, Souls-like 20%, Third Person 13.6%, Combat 11.6%, 3D 6.7%

Chronos: Before the Ashes is an atmospheric RPG that chronicles a hero’s lifelong quest to save their homeland from a great evil.

Why similar: Souls-like 48%, Action-Adventure 19.2%, Action 9.6%, Combat 7.6%, 3D 5.7%

Pru the Pigeon is a bite-sized 3D platformer with precise and expressive controls. Join Pru on his quest to save his land Asasco. Explore and collect everything in sight!

Why similar: Collectathon 24.1%, 3D Platformer 22.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Cartoony 9.3%, Exploration 7.6%

Grapple, throw, and break your fellow undead in this bone-smashing exploration movement shooter. Challenge the afterlife, collect secret artifacts, and uncover the deprived depths as you clamber out of a hopeless abyss.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.2%, Collectathon 19.7%, 3D Platformer 17.6%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Platformer 8.1%

In this action-adventure game, Zapper (a cricket) hops his way through six worlds in a quest to find his brother, held captive by the evil magpie queen. Dangerous traps and even more dangerous enemies await! It will take skill and timing to conquer all the worlds and survive the final showdown.

Why similar: Collectathon 22.7%, 3D Platformer 20.4%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 8.4%

Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted is a souls-like game with Enrage mechanic which sets in a Nature themed dark fantasy world. Fight your way from the deepest dungeons to the top of the clouds and save the corrupted nature in this mysterious "pre-human" era-themed epic story.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.2%, 3D Platformer 15.9%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Combat 10.5%, Third Person 7.4%

In Ruffy and the Riverside, you wield the magic SWAP to Copy & Paste textures - turn ice into lava or waterfalls into vines! Explore, fight, skate on straw bales, and unleash your imagination in this quirky open-world action game. Dive into an adventure that lets you literally change the world!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 25.9%, Collectathon 22.2%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Platformer 9.5%, Exploration 7.2%

Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 25%, Platformer 20%, Exploration 16.8%, Story Rich 13.4%, Atmospheric 9.1%