Games Like DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS

"Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends" introduces entirely new levels of fun to the refreshing gameplay vanquishing swarms of enemies with mighty warriors found in "Dynasty Warriors 8."

Why similar: Musou 52.1% ★, Hack and Slash 25.3%, Historical 9.1%, Third Person 3.9%, Spectacle fighter 3.3% ★

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the classic Three Kingdoms musou formula at its most content-rich, with huge officer rosters, sprawling battles, and relentlessly satisfying crowd combat.

The truly ultimate "WARRIORS OROCHI 3" is now available on Steam! With all the content of "WARRIORS OROCHI 3", new characters and episodes that deepen the story, new modes, and DLC that has been released for other platforms, enjoy the world of Orochi to your heart's content!

Why similar: Musou 72.6% ★, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Strategy 5.2%, Action 2.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: A superb musou crossover with enormous rosters, fast character switching, and absurdly large enemy formations to tear through.

DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires is part of the "Empires" series, in which you aim to conquer ancient China using both strategy and the one warrior versus one thousand tactical action the WARRIORS series is known for.

Why similar: Musou 59.9% ★, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Historical 8.1%, Strategy 3.4%, RPG 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: This combines Dynasty Warriors' battlefield action with officer creation, territory conquest, and faction-management choices that suit Origins' war-focused appeal.

The new modes and replay elements of "Xtreme Legends", even including downloadable content, have been packed into the thrilling one vs. one-thousand action game "DYNASTY WARRIORS 7", comprising a massive single title that is available now for a reasonable price!

Why similar: Musou 73% ★, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Historical 8.7%, Action 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its cinematic Three Kingdoms story campaigns and large-scale hack-and-slash battles make it an especially natural follow-up for players invested in the era.

The sparks of destiny ignite in this rich depiction of the Warring States period that features a total of 55 different officers. The deluxe edition contains more than 150 previously released DLC from "SAMURAI WARRIORS 4," including costumes, weapons, customization parts, scenarios, and BGM!

Why similar: Musou 57.3% ★, Spectacle fighter 14.9% ★, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Historical 8.3%, Third Person 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: It translates the Dynasty Warriors battlefield formula to Japan's Warring States period while retaining the same high-speed spectacle and multi-character campaigns.

Experience the thrill of one versus thousands in an all new open world setting with DYNASTY WARRIORS 9! Travel through Ancient China depicted on a single, vast, open-world map, master the new State Combo System, and watch the Three Kingdoms story unfold through a cast of 90 playable characters!

Why similar: Musou 40.6% ★, Action 31.8%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Historical 6.5%, Action RPG 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is another direct Three Kingdoms musou adventure, distinguished by its open-world map and freeform approach to historical campaigns.

A new release in the Empires series, featuring a mix of thrilling action and country capturing simulation. Experience the human drama of the Three Kingdoms in a way only Empires can provide. Fight exciting Castle Sieges and manipulate the country's Politics. Welcome to the Empires experience!

Why similar: Musou 64.5% ★, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Historical 11.3%, Strategy 6.2%, Action 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes conquering China through a mix of personal officer action, sieges, diplomacy, and strategic faction expansion.

A new SAMURAI WARRIORS begins. After a 7-year wait, a new instalment in the tactical action series "SAMURAI WARRIORS" is finally here!

Why similar: Musou 73.7% ★, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Historical 8.4%, Action 1.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylish presentation, focused historical narrative, and updated combo systems offer a polished alternative to Origins' story-driven battlefield action.

The supreme "WARRIORS OROCHI" experience is here! The definitive installment of the "WARRIORS OROCHI 4", featuring all the content of the WARRIORS OROCHI 4: The Ultimate Upgrade Pack, is available now.

Why similar: Musou 74.3% ★, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Action 3.6%, Historical 2.7%, Action RPG 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its massive crossover roster, magical combat systems, and constant hordes make it ideal for players primarily seeking bigger, flashier musou action.

ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is the latest evolution of PIRATE WARRIORS action! Based on the concept of "experiencing a real ONE PIECE battlefield," buildings will come crashing down during the action and attacks will throw up smoke and dust, placing you in the thick of the ONE PIECE world!

Why similar: Musou 70.3% ★, Hack and Slash 24.5%, RPG 2.8%, Action 2%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: It recreates the exhilarating scale of musou combat with highly mobile characters, destructible environments, and exceptionally large groups of enemies.

A new dark fantasy Three Kingdoms action RPG from Team NINJA, the developers of Nioh.

Why similar: Martial Arts 25.8% ★, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Historical 17.7%, Action RPG 17.3%, RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Set amid the Three Kingdoms era, it offers a much more demanding but equally martial-arts-heavy take on legendary Chinese warriors and warfare.

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: Musou 29.8% ★, Spectacle fighter 25.7% ★, Action RPG 12.2%, Historical 11.1%, Hack and Slash 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its historical Japan setting, flashy swordplay, companion commands, and relationship-driven story provide a more action-RPG-focused counterpart to Origins.

At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the heroes were fighting for hegemony, and the flames were everywhere. In the game, players played the role of Zhao Yun, a well-known general of the Three Kingdoms, and interpreted the story of his youth.

Why similar: Martial Arts 27% ★, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Wargame 13.3%, Historical 13.1%, Action RPG 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: This focused action-RPG lets players experience Three Kingdoms battles through Zhao Yun's martial-arts combat and a story centered on his rise.

Through victory and defeat, traverse the merciless trials of hell.

Why similar: Musou 59.1% ★, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Martial Arts 11.3% ★, Action RPG 5.8%, Historical 5%

Why You'll Like It: This roguelite spin on Warriors combat keeps the familiar hordes and heroes while adding build experimentation and repeatable short runs.

DRAGON QUEST HEROES II is a hack-and-slash Action RPG that sends you on a new adventure to restore order to a once peaceful world filled with monsters and battles of epic proportions. Up to 4 players can play in cooperative multiplayer to defeat an unknown threat looming over the Seven Realms!

Why similar: Musou 69.2% ★, Hack and Slash 16.8%, RPG 11%, Action 3%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG blends crowd-clearing warrior combat with party swapping, character progression, and light exploration between large battles.

Behold the fierce blend of "Warriors" and "Berserk"!

Why similar: Musou 76.1% ★, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action 2%, Story Rich 1.7%, Third Person 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its brutal, weighty crowd combat and dark military-fantasy campaigns capture the catharsis of cutting through armies as an elite warrior.

"Touken Ranbu Warriors" is an action game that is a collaboration between the "spirits of blades" simulation game "Touken Ranbu ONLINE" presented by DMM GAMES and NITRO PLUS, and the thrilling "1 vs. 1,000" WARRIORS series of KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: Musou 47.6% ★, Spectacle fighter 14.5% ★, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Historical 9.5%, Swordplay 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This polished musou spin-off offers accessible crowd combat, character bonds, and historical missions with a strong emphasis on stylish swordplay.

Abandon all fear. Attack on Titan 2 is the gripping sequel to the action game based on the worldwide hit anime series "Attack on Titan."

Why similar: Musou 40.9% ★, Hack and Slash 21.1%, RPG 12%, Third Person 10.3%, Action 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Rather than fighting foot soldiers, it channels the same battlefield spectacle into rapid aerial hunts against towering enemies alongside allied squads.

An exciting collaboration between The Heroic Legend of Arslan anime and the action-infused Warriors series! Experience the grand historical fantasy with ARSLAN: THE WARRIORS OF LEGEND!

Why similar: Musou 84.5% ★, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Action 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is a traditional musou game built around sweeping through armies while advancing an epic military campaign with allied units and commanders.

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."

Why similar: Swordplay 28.6%, Action RPG 23.1%, Historical 17.4%, RPG 10.2%, Third Person 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its historical open world, weapon-driven combat, faction choices, and companion relationships appeal to players who enjoyed Origins' personal warrior journey.

A battle of heroes where everyone is the lead! The very first all-stars title for Koei Tecmo! For the first time in Warriors series, flashy action combines both the traits of the original series and new exiting elements such as “Musou Rush”, open scenarios and multiple endings!

Why similar: Musou 82.6% ★, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Action 3.1%, Singleplayer 0.2%

Why You'll Like It: This crossover is lighter and more fantastical, but its familiar Omega Force crowd combat and varied playable heroes remain immediately recognizable.

History, legend, and sci-fi collide in the latest chapter of the Fate/EXTRA saga! Join 26 Heroic Spirits from all across time as they hack and slash their way across the battlefields of SE.RA.PH, a digital realm for the last survivors of Earth.

Why similar: Musou 69.1% ★, Hack and Slash 21.9%, RPG 3.9%, Action 3.1%, Story Rich 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast character-action combat and enormous enemy groups make it a strong choice for players who want musou-style battles in a fantasy setting.

The latest iteration of the 10th anniversary "SAMURAI WARRIORS" series is here at last! Naomasa Ii appears as a playable character for the first time, and the various personalities of the age are explored in more depth in "Story Mode", which is now focused on individual characters.

Why similar: Musou 73.9% ★, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Historical 8.3%, Action 2.3%, RPG 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its individual character stories and refined classic musou battles are a solid option for more Sengoku-era action after Origins.

Unite Ancient China under your rule through a thrilling blend of turn-based empire building and real-time battles. Use the Guanxi System and diplomacy to forge alliances, and build powerful armies with hundreds of unique infantry, cavalry and war machine units.

Why similar: Historical 51.8%, Strategy 21.8%, War 18.2%, Tactical 6.1%, Action 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: It trades direct hero combat for deep campaign strategy and tactical warfare, but remains one of the best ways to inhabit the Three Kingdoms conflict.

Gujian 3 is a mass 3D single-person RPG developed by Aurogon Info & Tech (Shanghai), a subsidiary of Wangyuan Shengtang. As the latest hit of the Gujian series, it boasts more free and smooth combat experience with its full real-time combat system. This generation expands the world of Gujian based on previous works.

Why similar: Martial Arts 46.8% ★, Action RPG 18.3%, RPG 16.8%, Hack and Slash 6.7%, Story Rich 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its cinematic wuxia story, real-time party combat, and ancient Chinese setting make it a good fit for the martial-arts and narrative side of Origins.

This Three Kingdoms sandbox RPG lets you do whatever you wish in the late Han Dynasty. Be a ruler, courtier, or hermit. Make friends, marry, raise children, manage estates, train yourself & allies, govern, drill troops, experience & alter history, and conquer all to win the hearts of the people.

Why similar: Wargame 31.5%, Action RPG 19.5%, Historical 17.3%, RPG 9.8%, Strategy 8.6%

Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!

Why similar: Musou 55.2% ★, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Action RPG 6.1%, RPG 5%, Third Person 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: It mixes flashy musou combat, party switching, elemental weaknesses, and a character-driven road-trip story into a satisfying action-RPG hybrid.

Xuan-Yuan Sword VII is an ARPG rooted in Chinese history and mythology. Players take on the role of Taishi Zhao, a calm and reliable swordsman who was accidentally involved in a tragic fate. To protect his beloved family, he starts a journey in this chaotic realm to find the truth.

Why similar: Martial Arts 39.4% ★, Historical 17.5%, Action RPG 12.8%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This Chinese historical fantasy action-RPG offers real-time melee combat, mythic warfare, and a strong sense of ancient-world adventure.

In the third game in the dark samurai action RPG series Nioh, you will need to use both Samurai and Ninja combat styles in your battles against formidable yokai as you explore a thrilling open field.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 32%, Action RPG 24.1%, Historical 16.7%, RPG 10%, Third Person 10%

Triumph over the land, take charge of the fate of China! Conquer territories and fly your colors!

Why similar: Wargame 43.6%, Historical 25.8%, War 12.1%, Strategy 8.6%, 3D 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: For players drawn most to Origins' historical factions and struggle for China, it provides a detailed grand-strategy interpretation of the same era.

An Oni Gauntlet-wielding samurai makes a stand in Kyoto against the encroaching Genma menace. Through gritty, blood-soaked brawls, he searches for his reason to fight. What fate awaits at the end of his path?

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 30.3% ★, Swordplay 26.2%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Action RPG 13.8%, Action 3.7%

Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.

Why similar: Wargame 28.8%, Swordplay 24%, Action RPG 13%, War 7.6%, Third Person 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This multiplayer action-strategy game lets you directly fight as a hero while commanding formations in large medieval siege battles.

Struggle for survival. Death before surrender! Experience the dramatic story and epic, action-packed battles of the Sanada clan during Japan's Warring States period.

Why similar: Musou 71.8% ★, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Historical 8.2%, Action 4.4%

Following the previous one, “Fate Seeker II” character development, thinking and exploration and other elements. You can experience real-time combat without switching scenes, and feel the delightful martial arts anytime.

Why similar: Martial Arts 39.3% ★, Action RPG 15.4%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, RPG 10.7%, Historical 7.6%

Wandering Sword is a Chinese martial-arts RPG where you play a young swordsman caught up in a feud and nearly dies. Escaping the event puts you on the path of pursuing the highest form of martial arts and exploring the pugilistic world to become the great hero you are always destined to be.

Why similar: Martial Arts 60.9% ★, RPG 11.9%, Swordplay 11%, Action RPG 4.5%, Strategy 4.4%

Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner

Why similar: Wargame 48.3%, Historical 27.5%, Strategy 8.7%, Tactical 6.9%, Story Rich 4.6%

"The ultimate depiction of the Three Kingdom. A heroic drama of a gathering of Legends. "With this as the concept behind Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13, we have compiled an experience that will immerse you even deeper into the world of the Three Kingdoms, with "human drama," seen through the interactions of the...

Why similar: Wargame 42.3%, Historical 24.9%, War 11.9%, Strategy 8.2%, 3D 5.1%

Slice and dice your way through the strange and wonderful world of beloved tactics-JRPG series Utawarerumono!

Why similar: Musou 50.6% ★, Spectacle fighter 19.1% ★, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Action RPG 6.2%, Historical 5.1%

Developed in cooperation between Square Enix and Team NINJA (Koei Tecmo Games), STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is a hard-core action RPG that takes the FINAL FANTASY series in a new direction. Experience the boldest and most merciless battles in FINAL FANTASY history.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 43.8% ★, Action RPG 22.4%, RPG 10.6%, Third Person 8.9%, Hack and Slash 4.6%

The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45%, Spectacle fighter 34.7% ★, Action 5.6%, Swordplay 4.8%, Third Person 4.3%

300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!

Why similar: Action RPG 36.8%, RPG 19.4%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Third Person 13.5%, Story Rich 7.6%

Welcome to Han Xiongnu Wars. A stand-along game and synergy of historical Far East and multiple features in role-playing, real-time strategy and action gameplay. This game brings you to the eventful years of the early Han Dynasty, and faithfully presents the ancient eastern culture with many objects and scenes faithfully reconstructed...

Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.5%, Wargame 18.5%, Historical 18%, Action RPG 12.9%, War 7.2%

Theater of war, infinite drama. A masterpiece of historical simulation "ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS 8" is revived after 20 years. Enjoy the greatest military drama in the Three Kingdoms series, with the largest number of officers and scenarios!

Why similar: Wargame 56.9%, Historical 24.7%, Strategy 9.7%, Tactical 4.2%, Story Rich 4.1%

Become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma and embark on an epic action adventure story set in a heated historical Japan. Turn the tide of battle with legendary gun and sword combat to change the course of history in search for justice.

Why similar: Martial Arts 28.8% ★, Hack and Slash 28.3%, Historical 20%, Action RPG 12.9%, Action 4.7%

An action RPG based on Chinese art style, as the 7th lineal sequel of this series, it earns a lot of anicipations. Better gaming experience than any of its previous episode will be brought to all the players.

Why similar: Martial Arts 51.7% ★, Action RPG 19.1%, RPG 15.2%, Story Rich 4.6%, 3D 3.6%

The " Kingdom Heroes" series is a classic horizontal battle single-player game developed by Userjoy, which has been released seven generations since 1998. The latest sequel, " Kingdom Heroes 8", will feature a new look and exciting battles, interpreting the magnificent era of the Three Kingdoms.

Why similar: Wargame 27.5%, Hack and Slash 22.6%, Historical 18%, War 8.5%, RPG 6.4%

Reclaim your destiny. Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny returns with higher resolution graphics and modernised controls to perform issen critical counter attacks and intense swordplay. Experience this dramatic revenge story set in Feudal Japan.

Why similar: Swordplay 22.7%, Spectacle fighter 19.4% ★, Historical 17.8%, Action RPG 16.5%, Hack and Slash 10.6%

Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 36%, Historical 27.1%, RPG 22.5%, Action 7.5%, Story Rich 5.5%

PLAY with characters from the Three Kingdoms, FIGHT with infinite numbers of enemies, and SURVIVE till the end! Make your favorite character to be the legendary hero of the Three Kingdoms by unique skills and various tactics. Fight together with royal adjutants in any battle.

Why similar: Historical 67.8%, 3D 15.9%, Action 13.3%, Singleplayer 2.9%

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a soulslike, action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty, plagued with warring factions and a mysterious illness spawning monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.4%, Action RPG 31.2%, Third Person 13.4%, RPG 9.6%, Story Rich 4.7%

Conqueror's Blade: Three Kingdoms is an open-world action war game blending hero combat and troop command. Lead legendary armies alongside allies to siege cities and claim vital resources. Forge alliances, crush rival factions, and seize the realm with steel and strategy!

Why similar: Wargame 28.7%, Action RPG 20%, Historical 11.6%, RPG 10.3%, Strategy 8.9%

Set on the eve of the Yellow Turban Rebellion (AD 182), you can play as an original character or a historical warlord, building forces and forging alliances. Whether you choose to be a lone wanderer or rally famous generals, use your knowledge and wisdom to reshape history!

Why similar: Wargame 41.8%, Historical 26.3%, War 11.5%, Strategy 9.9%, RPG 9.2%

For Honor is a groundbreaking team-based PvP melee fighting game where Knights, Samurai, Vikings, Wu Lin, and more clash in endless battles. Pick unique heroes and master intense 4v4, 2v2, or 1v1 battles.

Why similar: Swordplay 43%, Hack and Slash 19%, Third Person 12.4%, War 10.4%, Action 4.3%

You, an ordinary modern person, cross into the Three Kingdoms. There you meet legendary heroes and beauties. Will you retreat with your love, or rise to conquer the land? Every choice rewrites history—or leads to your doom.

Why similar: Dating Sim 44.6%, Multiple Endings 17.1%, RPG 15.7%, War 13.9%, Story Rich 8.8%

This is a classic historical simulation + real-time strategy game, where you will go back to the era of the Three Kingdoms and play as various renowned sovereigns.

Why similar: Wargame 41.8%, Historical 19.5%, RPG 9.3%, Strategy 8.2%, Multiple Endings 6.4%

Path of Kung Fu is a Wuxia RPG that blends classic martial arts storytelling with open-world freedom. Master kung fu, navigate the Jianghu's bloody conflicts, and rise from a novice to a legendary hero. Subscribe to top-rated Workshop MODs to elevate your experience to the next level!

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 31.5% ★, Swordplay 18.6%, Dating Sim 14.9%, Action RPG 14.6%, Third Person 6.9%

Relive the most intense battle scenarios of medieval Europe in this third-person 3D epic saga. Brandish your sword as you slay enemies amidst adrenaline-pumping action while you lead your troops to victory.

Why similar: Historical 42.8%, Hack and Slash 30.1%, Strategy 18%, Action 7.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Bringing you to an exotic desert where you’ll recruit, train, and guide your troops into battle against rival cities and factions. Embark on an adventure that’s uniquely yours; Customizable characters, professions, and factions. The land is filled with a variety of hidden secrets.

Why similar: Martial Arts 31.9% ★, Hack and Slash 20.7%, Action RPG 14.2%, War 10%, RPG 9.5%

The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century.

Why similar: Martial Arts 28.8% ★, Spectacle fighter 26.7% ★, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Historical 12.5%, RPG 6.6%

BLADESTORM: Nightmare is the newest evolution of 2007’s BLADESTORM: The Hundred Years’ War using the latest technologies and introducing many new elements. These technologies have made possible not only visual improvements, but also many new game elements. BLADESTORM: Nightmare offers an entirely new gameplay experience.

Why similar: Musou 61.4% ★, Hack and Slash 23.9%, Action 7.5%, Strategy 7.1%