Games Like ELDERBORN

Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.

Why similar: Souls-like 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Difficult 15%, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Dark 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: As a foundational title for the souls-like genre, its focus on weighty, tactical melee combat makes it a perfect spiritual ancestor to ELDERBORN.

Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.7%, Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, First-Person 14.8%, Swordplay 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This first-person action-roguelike captures the brutal, fast-paced melee intensity and dark atmosphere of the seed game perfectly.

Cast into the Great Well, unwanted by the world above. You delve the dark in search of the Old One, your last salvation. Lunacid is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by Shadow Tower and King’s Field.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.4%, Dark Fantasy 23.1%, Souls-like 18.9%, First-Person 11.7%, Action RPG 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that emphasizes dark, atmospheric exploration and mysterious world-building in a way that mirrors the seed game's setting.

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 26.8%, Difficult 13.4%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Action RPG 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at fast-paced, skill-based melee combat with a dark fantasy aesthetic that will feel very familiar to fans of ELDERBORN.

Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.3%, Dark Fantasy 26.5%, Difficult 20.2%, Souls-like 17.6%, Atmospheric 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its unique, physics-based combat system provides a deep, challenging melee experience that rewards precision and timing above all else.

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 30.9%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.9%, Action RPG 16.3%, First-Person 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, first-person action game that mirrors the momentum, brutality, and hack-and-slash nature of ELDERBORN.

Hack, slash, shoot and loot your way through procedurally generated dungeons! Smack your enemies into spikes with your inventory sack!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 46.9%, First-Person 24.3%, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that leans heavily into melee combat mechanics and randomized exploration within a dark, stylized world.

Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 34.8%, First-Person 19.3%, Combat 14.8%, Exploration 14.1%, Atmospheric 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive first-person fantasy game that blends heavy melee combat with environmental exploration and dark, occult themes.

Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Difficult 15.4%, Action RPG 14.6%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers intense, boss-focused souls-like combat in a dark fantasy world that demands the same level of mastery as ELDERBORN.

Grimlord is a Dark Fantasy Action Souls-like RPG - on VR. Awakened in a monastery deep in the Lonely Mountains, you walk in an epic quest as the adventurer standing before the darkness and striving for the light against the tyrannical Grim Lord.

Why similar: Swordplay 24.6%, Souls-like 21.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Dungeon Crawler 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A VR-focused souls-like that emphasizes tactile, visceral swordplay and challenging combat encounters.

Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.

Why similar: Swordplay 23.3%, Souls-like 15%, Dungeon Crawler 13.2%, Hack and Slash 12%, Action RPG 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person action-roguelike that leans into the swordplay mechanics and dungeon-crawling progression of the seed game.

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 45.3%, Dark Fantasy 18%, Difficult 13%, Hack and Slash 9.4%, Action RPG 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential souls-like experience that matches the dark, punishing combat style and heavy atmosphere of the seed game.

Heavy Metal! Deep Combo System! Lot of Cinematics! Discover Legendary Warriors Forged in War! Destroy the dark empire! and save the world of his tiranity!!! Dark or Light?! Only one will Survive!!! Prepare your sword! And Anihilate all your enemies!

Why similar: Swordplay 23.2%, 3D Fighter 22.3%, Souls-like 20.4%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the spectacle and intensity of melee combat within a dark, challenging fantasy setting.

Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 40.3%, Action RPG 24.3%, First-Person 18.8%, Exploration 11.8%, Action 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: This dark, atmospheric first-person RPG captures the grim, oppressive world-building and exploration elements found in the seed game.

A physics-based, realistic 3D sword-fighting game. Immerse yourself in a cinematic adventure, utilizing real sword-fighting martial arts and a variety of historically accurate weapons to survive brutal duels in 17th century Poland. Featuring single-player modes and a LOCAL 2-player mode.

Why similar: Swordplay 29.1%, Fighting 26.6% ★, 3D Fighter 26.5%, PvE 8.9%, Combat 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: For players who love the swordplay of ELDERBORN, this physics-based dueling game offers the most realistic and intense blade combat available.

Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 31.9%, Souls-like 24.1%, First-Person 15.7%, Exploration 11.5%, Action RPG 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, dark fantasy first-person RPG that emphasizes exploration and atmospheric storytelling in a decaying world.

The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.3%, Hack and Slash 17%, Difficult 14.9%, Action RPG 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane souls-like that features visceral hack-and-slash combat and a dark, gritty aesthetic.

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Difficult 15.4%, Action RPG 11.8%, Dark 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: While a side-scroller, its focus on brutal, parry-heavy combat mechanics and dark, surreal atmosphere aligns perfectly with the seed game's feel.

Ascend Reborn is an old-school, 3rd person action RPG. Wage war as a brutal Caos warrior on your journey to Ascension. The reign of the Titans has come to an end. The New Gods have risen to claim ultimate power and need a champion. Will you rise to the challenge?

Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Action RPG 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic action-RPG that features dungeon crawling and souls-like combat mechanics in a fantasy setting.

Sinner: Sacrifice for Redemption is a boss battler action-RPG. Face eight abhorrent bosses, the first seven each based on one of the sins. Before each epic clash, you must sacrifice a stat and level down to enter combat. Each fight will be tougher than the last as you wage war against sin itself.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, Difficult 15.3%, Action RPG 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush souls-like that requires the same level of precision, stamina management, and combat mastery.

Action-Oriented Dungeon Crawler RPG

Why similar: Hack and Slash 19%, Dungeon Crawler 18.4%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Action RPG 15.1%, PvE 10%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that successfully blends RPG progression with visceral melee combat.

Corpse Keeper is a very challenging action-strategy roguelite. You'll need to lead a squad of three corpses to explore the grim and dark medieval world within limited time, build a powerful army of the living dead, and finally kill the demon lurking in the deep end of the cathedral.

Why similar: Souls-like 16.5%, Perma Death 12.6%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Action RPG 10.9%, Dungeon Crawler 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a dark, tactical combat experience with a focus on character progression and challenging enemy encounters.

Dungeon Crawler with elements of rogue-like and ARPG games. Kill hordes of enemies, duel mighty bosses, and acquire legendary loot!

Why similar: Souls-like 18.5%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Dungeon Crawler 14.5%, Action RPG 11%

Why You'll Like It: A stylized dungeon crawler that emphasizes hack-and-slash combat and exploration in a dark, hand-drawn fantasy world.

The hardcore dark fantasy Dungeon Crawler where you will go to the endless depths of a mysterious grim Dungeon.

Why similar: Souls-like 19.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Difficult 11.1%, Perma Death 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric dungeon crawler that focuses on survival, exploration, and challenging combat.

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 25.5%, Swordplay 19.5%, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, Action RPG 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world sandbox that incorporates souls-like combat and dungeon exploration within a dark, atmospheric environment.

A dark action RPG rooted in Korean mythology, with brutal, fast combat.

Why similar: Swordplay 22.7%, Souls-like 21.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Action RPG 11.6%, Difficult 9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that emphasizes challenging, skill-based combat encounters.

A dark fantasy adventure where forging steel shapes combat, progression, and fate.

Why similar: Souls-like 26%, Dark Fantasy 20%, Fighting 18.1% ★, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Combat 7.8%

Immortal Planet is an action RPG with challenging combat that rewards patience and punishes recklessness. Explore the crumbling remains of a society of immortals trapped in endless cycles of rebirth. Fight your way to discover the planet's mystery and escape its curse.

Why similar: Souls-like 46.6%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Difficult 10.5%, Action RPG 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down souls-like that prioritizes stamina management and strategic, deliberate combat encounters.

Returning from exile underground, a shattered world awaits you. The civilization of Unfallens lies in ruins. The ruthless guardian waits to attack. Journey through remains. Awaken your true power. Reclaim what was lost. Experience challenging action boss battles in this compact, high-quality game.

Why similar: Souls-like 26.3%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Difficult 14.6%, Action RPG 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A combat-heavy souls-like that focuses on difficult, dark fantasy encounters and melee mastery.

Venture into a handcrafted world where ruins whisper of past cataclysms. Master the art of sword and sorcery and forge your path with relics, spells and choices that shape who you become in this first-person RPG.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 20.4%, Action RPG 17.5%, First-Person 11.4%, Fantasy 7.6%

ANIMUS is an Action RPG that calls upon you to bring an end to a dying world. Button mashing will get you killed. Keep a keen eye on your stamina as you block, dodge, and strike down your enemies.

Why similar: Swordplay 29.8%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Action RPG 14.3%, Dark 10.3%, Souls-like 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A linear, fast-paced action-RPG that distills the souls-like experience into pure, challenging combat.

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 36%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Action RPG 12.1%, Sci-fi 11%, Dark 10%

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 27%, Swordplay 20.6%, Difficult 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Action RPG 11%

You are strong and huge, you have a heavy sword in your hands, and somewhere deep an ancient evil is hidden. The King himself sent you on a difficult campaign: to find the immortal enemy of all people. Find ancient artifacts and work your way through the labyrinths with steel and magic.

Why similar: Souls-like 23.8%, Swordplay 21.6%, Hack and Slash 18%, Difficult 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%

Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.

Why similar: Action RPG 28.5%, Hack and Slash 28.2%, Dark Fantasy 25.6%, Combat 12.7%, Action 5.1%

Dark Cave is a third person slasher action game set in a dark fantasy world. Built by one-man development studio Denoriks, powered by the Unreal Engine. Your enemies are ruthless, so survival requires the highest alertness and precision.

Why similar: Souls-like 26.3%, Swordplay 25.5%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Difficult 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%

Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat.

Why similar: Souls-like 23%, Dungeon Crawler 14.2%, Action RPG 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Hack and Slash 11.8%

Dreamspring is a dark fantasy styled, open world dungeon crawler inspired by games like Morrowind and King's Field. Explore a dying kingdom and it's different realms in first person action combat, styled in a mix of retro and vaporwave aesthetics.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.3%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, Action RPG 13.7%, First-Person 9.2%

Etherburn is a Souls-like action-adventure. Play as a hero resurrected in a mysterious and interconnected dungeon. Explore and face intense duels as you fight your way to freedom.

Why similar: Souls-like 43.6%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Dark 12.4%, Exploration 10.4%, Action 8.8%

Fight, die, and fight again in this dark fantasy trollz-like roguelite. As a Yotun troll warrior, descend into the ever-changing, creepy dungeons of Durnar. Use a variety of Symbiotic Weapons and Bio-Mutations to slay enemies and heal The Father Tree.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.5%, Dark Fantasy 22.8%, Action RPG 18.7%, Difficult 15.6%, Fantasy 8%

Action-RPG slasher in which you have to get into the dark atmosphere of dungeons full of monsters and madness.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.7%, Hack and Slash 22.2%, Difficult 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Dungeon Crawler 9.5%

Rewrite fate with every strike. Face gods, mythic heroes, and legendary beasts in this souls-like Action RPG set in ancient Greece. Master brutal combat, unlock divine skills, and shape Achilles into the warrior only you can become.

Why similar: Swordplay 23%, Souls-like 20.7%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Action RPG 11%

Risk insanity in the gruesome slash-em-up Morbid: The Lords of Ire, with brutal combat and souls-like elements. Defeat the five Lords of Ire as you fight for your life across tortured landscapes, rending the evil Gahars of their flesh-bound forms.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.1%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Difficult 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Dark 8.6%

Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want!

Why similar: Souls-like 22.4%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Difficult 13%, Action RPG 11.4%

Blast, slice and shred through your enemies in this hardcore FPS inspired by the icons of the '90s, powered by the legendary Quake-1 Tech. Taking place in a realm left to rot, take up arms, unearth long-forgotten secrets and hunt down the Guardians of the Old World.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.4%, First-Person 22.4%, Difficult 20.7%, Action 19.9%, Atmospheric 8.7%

Slay demons and demigods in this fast-paced roguelite FPS. Create devastating weapon builds as you journey through massive dark fantasy environments on your quest to avenge god. Challenge the demigods, face inevitable death, and rise stronger with every rebirth.

Why similar: Perma Death 30.6%, Difficult 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 20.7%, First-Person 15.7%, Action 6.7%

In this game you will face violence and extraordinary complexity. You will have to become one of three heroes to slash enemies or to die from their hands. What will your hero do? It depends only on your skills…

Why similar: Souls-like 24.9%, Perma Death 18.1%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Difficult 12.4%, Action RPG 11.1%

RAIDBORN is a first-person fantasy action RPG built for replayability. Explore an endless stream of dungeons and quests, dive into satisfying combat, and loot legendary treasures. Craft powerful gear, upgrade your outpost, and tailor your experience from relaxed adventure to hardcore roguelike.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.3%, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Action RPG 18.2%, First-Person 10.8%, Fantasy 8.7%

Venture through the Labyrinth Of The Demon King, solving puzzles and fighting fearsome monsters in an epic quest to track down the demon who betrayed your lord and end its life.

Why similar: Swordplay 26.6%, Dungeon Crawler 22.2%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, First-Person 10.3%, Fantasy 6.3%

Witchfire is a first-person dark fantasy RPG shooter in which you play as a wicked sinner turned witch hunter on his final mission to reach salvation.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.6%, Dark Fantasy 21.4%, Action RPG 16%, PvE 12.1%, First-Person 9.9%

Brutal Hack&Slash game with a challenging combat system plunges you into the harsh dark fantasy world to test your will and your skills. Only those who dare to get into the Demon Skin can survive!

Why similar: 3D Fighter 28.4%, Hack and Slash 22.2%, Dark Fantasy 18%, Dark 14.1%, Combat 8.2%

Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

Why similar: Souls-like 28.6%, Action RPG 17.4%, Swordplay 13.5%, Difficult 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%

Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.3%, Souls-like 21.2%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Action RPG 13.9%, Difficult 8.1%

Their Flesh Is Your Weapon. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel action-RPG with adrenaline-charged, high-stakes combat. Possess warrior Shells, dethrone false gods, redeem a ravaged world.

Why similar: Souls-like 29%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Difficult 13.3%, Action RPG 12.8%, Hack and Slash 10.5%

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 37.7%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Combat 9.8%, Fantasy 8.5%

Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.

Why similar: First-Person 56.2%, Atmospheric 26.5%, Action 17.3%

Deathbound is a unique Soulslike. Build a party of four characters and instantly morph between them in and out of combat. Combine their abilities to pull off devastating attacks and slay those who stand before you.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.5%, Difficult 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Action RPG 14.7%, Sci-fi 8%

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 28.5%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Action RPG 14.7%, Dark 10.4%, Combat 9.3%

Traverse an ancient city with randomly generated dungeons, discover rare loot, upgrade your gear, level up your skills and engage in visceral combat with completely unrestricted VR movement!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.1%, Dungeon Crawler 22.4%, Action RPG 19.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Combat 8.8%

Forgive Me Father is a dark retro horror FPS set in a comic book style world inspired by the novels of H.P. Lovecraft. As the only one left with full senses, you begin a journey in search of answers and relief. How long can you last?

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 34.3%, First-Person 27.8%, Action 14%, Combat 12.2%, Atmospheric 11.7%