Games Like ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN

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

Why similar: Souls-like 46%, Online Co-Op 11.4%, Open World 8%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Action RPG 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It's the direct foundation for Nightreign, sharing the same combat language, enemy design, and dark-fantasy atmosphere without the run-based structure.

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

Why similar: Souls-like 41.8%, Online Co-Op 15.1%, Co-op 12.9%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Dark 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its challenging co-op boss fights, procedural worlds, and build-driven reruns make it one of the closest matches to Nightreign's replayable PvE loop.

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: Souls-like 35.3%, Online Co-Op 19.7%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Lore-Rich 8.9%, Action RPG 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers modern soulslike combat with seamless co-op and a bleak dark-fantasy tone that lines up well with Nightreign's feel.

Dark Souls continues to push the boundaries with the latest, ambitious chapter in the critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series. Prepare yourself and Embrace The Darkness!

Why similar: Souls-like 55.6%, Lore-Rich 7.7%, Co-op 6.9%, Third Person 5.8%, Multiplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same FromSoftware rhythm of tense exploration, punishing melee combat, and standout boss fights that Nightreign builds from.

The world has been thrown into chaos by an ancient evil from another dimension. As one of the last remnants of humanity, you must set out alone or alongside up to two other survivors to face down hordes of deadly enemies to try to carve a foothold, rebuild, and retake what was lost.

Why similar: Souls-like 49.5%, Online Co-Op 15%, Co-op 12.9%, Multiplayer 8.3%, RPG 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Like Nightreign, it combines difficult PvE combat, co-op play, and procedural replayability into a strong run-after-run progression loop.

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: Souls-like 50.4%, Co-op 13.7%, Multiplayer 10.2%, RPG 7.4%, Violent 6%

Why You'll Like It: This is a fast, deep soulslike with online co-op, demanding encounters, and huge build variety that scratches a similar high-pressure action itch.

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

Why similar: Souls-like 54.3%, Action RPG 12.6%, Co-op 8.2%, Violent 7%, RPG 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its aggressive boss-focused combat, online co-op, and mission-based structure make it a great fit if you like Nightreign's faster side.

Use the ancient Godstone dagger to embody resurrected champions and fight with swappable abilities and items to reclaim the shattered lands. Mortal Rite is a crossover between a Souls-like and Roguelite game, single-player or up to 5-player Co-Op!

Why similar: Souls-like 39%, Online Co-Op 21.4%, Roguelite 10.6%, PvE 8.9%, Action RPG 8%

Why You'll Like It: It directly mixes soulslike melee with roguelite runs and online co-op, making it one of the most conceptually similar indies on Steam.

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: Souls-like 30.1%, Action RPG 15.7%, Third Person 10%, Online Co-Op 9.4%, RPG 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This co-op-friendly soulslite emphasizes hard fights, build crafting, and repeatable missions in a way that overlaps nicely with Nightreign.

A brand-new entry in the Hyper Light franchise, Hyper Light Breaker is an open world rogue-like with a unique world fully realized in 3D for the first time.

Why similar: Action RPG 27.4%, Open World 22.3%, Third Person 21.8%, RPG 12.7%, Action 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It leans harder into the co-op roguelite side, offering third-person run-based exploration and combat with strong replayability.

Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque era.

Why similar: Souls-like 64.2%, Action RPG 8.2%, Third Person 6.8%, Dark 5.2%, Violent 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: If you're here mainly for tight soulslike combat and demanding boss mastery, this is one of the best non-From options on Steam.

The Last Hero of Nostalgaia is a satirical action-adventure, brought to life by a twisted and wicked tale. Featuring hard but fair combat, *full character customization, unique battle armor and engaging narrative mechanics rich in lore, Nostalgaia plunges you into almost certain death at every turn.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.8%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Co-op 10.4%, Multiplayer 8%, Third Person 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Beneath the comedy, it's a very faithful co-op soulslike with deliberate combat, stamina management, and challenging encounters.

Fallen heroes of old folk tales and legends: you are on the verge of a crucial battle against the Nightmare invading and corrupting your world. A roguelike action game from the creators of Curse of the Dead Gods©, playable solo or in online co-op.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 23.9%, Roguelike 23.7%, Co-op 19.7%, Multiplayer 11.9%, Roguelite 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its co-op roguelike runs, team synergy, and escalating PvE boss pressure make it a good pick if Nightreign's replayable structure is what hooked you.

Ready to die? Experience the newest brutal action game from Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo Games. In the age of samurai, a lone traveler lands on the shores of Japan. He must fight his way through the vicious warriors and supernatural Yokai that infest the land in order to find that which he seeks.

Why similar: Souls-like 69.4%, Co-op 5.9%, Action RPG 5.7%, Multiplayer 5.5%, Third Person 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its mission-based soulslike structure, tough combat, loot-heavy builds, and co-op support make it a strong alternative for Nightreign players.

DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin brings the franchise’s renowned obscurity & gripping gameplay to a new level. Join the dark journey and experience overwhelming enemy encounters, diabolical hazards, and unrelenting challenge.

Why similar: Souls-like 60%, Co-op 7%, Third Person 6.3%, Action RPG 6%, Multiplayer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its stamina-heavy combat, build freedom, and co-op-capable souls progression make it a solid if slightly older-school follow-up.

Ashen is an action RPG about a wanderer in search of a place to call home.

Why similar: Souls-like 41.9%, Online Co-Op 15.8%, Action RPG 8.1%, Multiplayer 8%, Open World 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its lighter presentation still delivers methodical stamina-based combat, dangerous exploration, and co-op that echoes Nightreign's teamwork appeal.

Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 62%, Violent 6.7%, Action RPG 6.3%, Third Person 4.7%, Multiplayer 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its slower, more deliberate combat and oppressive atmosphere capture the methodical side of Nightreign's soulslike roots.

Join your fellow Marked Inquisitors in this online coop successor to award-winning 2016 Soulslike Salt and Sanctuary.

Why similar: Souls-like 39.6%, Online Co-Op 23.3%, Co-op 12.8%, Action RPG 10.4%, PvE 7%

Why You'll Like It: It translates the soulslike formula into a hunt-driven co-op format with tough bosses, oppressive progression, and strong build customization.

In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.

Why similar: Souls-like 49.5%, Co-op 11%, Action RPG 9.1%, Online Co-Op 8.7%, Third Person 7%

Why You'll Like It: It blends approachable co-op-capable soulslike combat with flexible builds and anime-styled dark fantasy in a way that still fits the Nightreign crowd.

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

Why similar: Online Co-Op 26.5%, Roguelike 22%, Co-op 18.3%, Souls-like 9.4%, Multiplayer 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Even as a shooter, its brutal run structure, co-op option, and constant adaptation under pressure feel very close to Nightreign's expedition mentality.

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: Souls-like 56.8%, Action RPG 11.7%, Third Person 8.1%, Open World 7.8%, Dark 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its dark-fantasy setting, punishing melee combat, and boss-centric progression make it a natural fit for soulslike-focused Nightreign fans.

From Moon Studios, the award-winning creators of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, comes No Rest for the Wicked, a unique, visceral Action RPG set in a hand-crafted world with Souls-like combat. Featuring co-op for up to four players.

Why similar: Souls-like 43.5%, Online Co-Op 25.3%, Action RPG 11.8%, Open World 9.4%, RPG 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes brutal combat, gear progression, and deliberate positioning in a way that overlaps with Nightreign's harsher action-RPG side.

Then, there was fire. Re-experience the critically acclaimed, genre-defining game that started it all. Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning high-definition detail running at 60fps.

Why similar: Souls-like 59.1%, Dark 6.2%, Action RPG 6%, Lore-Rich 5.8%, Multiplayer 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: The original Dark Souls remains a great match for Nightreign's sense of danger, cautious melee pacing, and interconnected hostile world design.

Explore, fight, loot and fish! Solo or in co-op mode in this Old School First Person Dungeon Crawler. Earn your knighthood as you oppose the evil witch Lunamoth and stop her curse which prevents everyone from growing wings.

Why similar: Souls-like 45.8%, Online Co-Op 26.4%, Co-op 8.1%, Action RPG 7.4%, Multiplayer 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: This compact co-op dungeon crawler channels soulslike tension and difficult PvE into shorter, more run-friendly sessions.

NECROPOLIS: BRUTAL EDITION is a major update featuring a new playable adventurer (The Brute), a completely new outdoor environment (The Black Forest), and lots of new enemies, weapons, armor, traps, potions, scrolls, and other big improvements to the game.

Why similar: Souls-like 51.1%, Co-op 13.8%, Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelite 7.3%, Multiplayer 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is a punishing third-person co-op action roguelite built around melee combat, procedural dungeons, and repeated runs.

Hellpoint is an intense action RPG taking place on Irid Novo, a derelict space station soaked in an intoxicating dark sci fi atmosphere. Fight dreadful creatures, face the Cosmic Gods and unravel their twisted story. Should the challenge be too great, play with a friend in local or online coop.

Why similar: Souls-like 47.5%, Multiplayer 12%, Co-op 11%, Action RPG 8.1%, Third Person 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This sci-fi soulslike offers weighty combat, hostile level design, and co-op support for players who want a darker, more experimental alternative.

Explore the last remnants of civilization in this vast, unforgiving, and interconnected world. Learn what is left of its history. Discover pockets of natural life in the perpetually expanding Omnistructure. Lose yourself in a journey unlike any other. Find your purpose in the world.

Why similar: Souls-like 48.7%, Action RPG 11.4%, Open World 9.2%, Third Person 7%, Survival 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a moody, hostile world and deliberate soulslike combat for players who want the same sense of danger and isolation.

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

Why similar: Souls-like 61.9%, Action RPG 10.9%, Third Person 9.3%, Dark 6.3%, RPG 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast parry-driven combat and relentless bosses are a good match if Nightreign's more aggressive duels are what you enjoyed most.

Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.1%, Open World 18%, Co-op 10.2%, Multiplayer 8.7%, Third Person 8.2%

An epic adventure awaits, where you and your chosen partners explore a post-apocalyptic world, face fierce battles against powerful enemies, and uncover an epic story that transcends time.

Why similar: Souls-like 63%, Action RPG 14.2%, RPG 8.4%, Action 5.9%, Open World 4.9%

No remarkable journey is achieved without great effort. In Outward, the cold of the night or an infected wound can be as dangerous as a predator lurking in the dark. Explore the vast world of Aurai solo or in Co-op. The Definitive Edition features both DLCs and quality of life improvements.

Why similar: Souls-like 26%, Online Co-Op 18.8%, Open World 13.8%, Co-op 12.6%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: While more survival-RPG flavored, its co-op adventuring, unforgiving PvE, and emphasis on preparation align with Nightreign's high-stakes feel.

Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike set in a beautiful sun-lit world inspired by Italian folklore where the brightest sun casts the darkest shadow. Wear unique role-altering masks, face formidable foes and alter reality with the power of Ardore to unravel the secrets of Enotria.

Why similar: Souls-like 55.4%, Action RPG 11.3%, Violent 9.6%, Third Person 9.3%, RPG 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is another modern soulslike with dodge-heavy melee, challenging bosses, and a strong focus on learning enemy patterns.

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: Souls-like 28.2%, Action RPG 13.9%, Open World 12.6%, Online Co-Op 12.3%, Third Person 9%

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: Souls-like 47%, Action RPG 13%, Open World 10.7%, Third Person 8.8%, RPG 5.7%

A Thrilling Hybrid Action RPG, featuring a Dual Narrative

Why similar: Online Co-Op 19.8%, Action RPG 16%, RPG 13%, Third Person 12.1%, Lore-Rich 10.7%

Plunge into high-stakes punishment platforming in JUMP KING QUEST! Explore alone or fall together in dynamic online climbing action as you fight your way upwards on an unhinged quest to The Smoking Hot Babe at The Top. In this world, every ledge is a battlefield…

Why similar: Souls-like 45.6%, Multiplayer 13.8%, Co-op 12.8%, PvE 11.4%, Action RPG 9.9%

Long, long ago, there existed a kingdom shrouded in dense mist: the Lost Empire. This mist twisted humans into terrifying beasts, plunging the world into despair. War raged endlessly. Heroes rose, seeking fame and glory. It is in this place you awaken—a nameless undead.

Why similar: Souls-like 71.3%, Open World 8.3%, Dark 8%, Story Rich 6.4%, RPG 6%

The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next. This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 24.6%, Multiplayer 14.2%, Co-op 13.9%, Action RPG 9.4%, Open World 8.9%

A Souls-inspired action RPG set in a sandbox open world with an MMO feel and challenging directional combat. Play solo or with up to 3 friends in co-op. Build friendships, master an unrestricted class system, and uncover the cause that darkened all eyes.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.6%, Online Co-Op 19.5%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Action RPG 8.6%, Open World 8.2%

Long may the sun shine! Prepare to suffer! Souls-like combat adventure in a unique world. Learn to fight... then fight to realize your belief.A warrior gradually grows and uncovers the ultimate truth of world change.

Why similar: Souls-like 68.8%, Third Person 12.9%, Action RPG 6.3%, Action 5%, 3D 4.1%

Rogue Masters is a 6 player co-op horde survival game with souls-like combat and extensive character customization where you fight Entropy in long-lost civilizations.

Why similar: Souls-like 47.6%, Online Co-Op 25.5%, Dark 6.9%, PvE 6.3%, Multiplayer 5.9%

Embark on a wild Singleplayer, Coop, and PvP Roguelite Hack and Slash Adventure! Dive into medieval worlds and battle insane enemies. Master dungeons, smash everything to pieces, grab the loot, extract strategically - or die like a poor pig.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.2%, Online Co-Op 19.3%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Co-op 9.6%, PvE 8.1%

Tyrant's Realm is a roguelite action-adventure inspired by classic PS1 visuals. Explore procedurally generated dark fantasy worlds, battling through dangers that evolve with each run. Death is not the end, as the night is still young.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.2%, Roguelike 12.7%, Roguelite 9.9%, Action RPG 8.8%, PvE 8.5%

Become a powerful Rune Teller traveling through the open world of the Runegea. Recruit great colleagues for a fun journey, craft through a variety of items, and solve the requests of the Runegea residents. At the end of a long journey, you will find the reason for your resurrection.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.6%, Online Co-Op 17.4%, Co-op 10.7%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Action RPG 8%

Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 28.5%, Co-op 18.9%, Roguelite 15.7%, Multiplayer 15.3%, Roguelike 12.6%

An immersive medieval dark fantasy survival game with RPG elements for 1-4 players. Set in a hand crafted open world. Explore, survive, build, craft, fight and conquer your way through the dark, brutal and mysterious lands.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.9%, Online Co-Op 22.1%, Multiplayer 11%, Co-op 10.2%, Open World 9%

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 43.9%, Lore-Rich 13.1%, Action RPG 12.5%, Third Person 9.3%, Open World 7.3%

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: Souls-like 42.9%, Roguelike 15.3%, Action RPG 11.5%, Roguelite 10.8%, Open World 9.2%

Usurper: Soulbound is a brutal Rogue-lite Action RPG where death is just the beginning. Possess your enemies to seize their bodies and abilities. Trapped in a nightmarish dimension, you must master combat, conquer deadly foes, and fight your way back to freedom—or be lost forever.

Why similar: Souls-like 44.5%, Roguelike 13.5%, Roguelite 12.1%, PvE 10.2%, Action RPG 10.1%

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: Roguelike 31.7%, Roguelite 22.3%, Action RPG 20.4%, RPG 9.6%, Action 6.4%

"Edge of the abyss Awakening" is an adventure game that combines third-person, action, Roguelite and RPG strategy selection. Players can match different weapons, entries and talents to form various gameplays for adventurous challenges. You can play solo or in teams of up to three people.

Why similar: Souls-like 37.3%, Roguelike 9.9%, Roguelite 9.1%, Third Person 8.7%, Co-op 8.6%

Developed by FROM SOFTWARE, DARK SOULS™ II is the highly anticipated sequel to the gruelling 2011 breakout hit Dark Souls. The unique old-school action RPG experience captivated imaginations of gamers worldwide with incredible challenge and intense emotional reward.

Why similar: Souls-like 62.4%, Action RPG 9.2%, RPG 7.1%, Co-op 6.9%, Multiplayer 5.6%

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

Why similar: Souls-like 61.6%, Action RPG 12.6%, Third Person 11.9%, Action 5.2%, Story Rich 3.3%

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: Souls-like 29.7%, Online Co-Op 18.6%, Co-op 10.6%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Action RPG 8.2%

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: Souls-like 33.2%, Online Co-Op 18.4%, Co-op 9.9%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Action RPG 8.7%

Start your journey in a dark fantasy world. Prepare to face challenging enemies with Swords, Bows and powerful Magics. Choose your path! Fight, Craft, Explore and find out the dark secret of The Altered Lands.

Why similar: Souls-like 41.9%, Roguelike 12.1%, Action RPG 8.7%, Open World 8.1%, Third Person 7.2%

Atmospheric souls-like. Fight enemies and bosses and explore the gloomy city.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.7%, Online Co-Op 18.8%, Multiplayer 10.2%, Co-op 8.9%, Action RPG 8.3%

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: Souls-like 81.5%, Co-op 4.6%, RPG 3.8%, Action RPG 3.8%, Dark 2.9%

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: Souls-like 31.9%, Online Co-Op 18.1%, Action RPG 9.1%, Open World 8.4%, PvE 7.2%

Path of Exile 2 is a next generation Action RPG from Grinding Gear Games, featuring co-op for up to six players. Set years after the original Path of Exile, you will return to the dark world of Wraeclast and seek to end the corruption that is spreading.

Why similar: Souls-like 42.1%, Action RPG 20.1%, Online Co-Op 14.6%, Multiplayer 10.1%, RPG 6.1%