Games Like Evil Wizard

How evil can you get? Discover how corruptible you are in Overlord, the twisted fantasy action adventure where you can be evil (or really evil). In the game's seriously warped fantasy world, players will become the Overlord and get first-hand experience of how absolute power corrupts absolutely.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 44.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Dark Humor 9.1%, RPG 7.3%, Action RPG 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This classic title perfectly captures the villain-protagonist experience with dark humor and action-RPG mechanics.

Become a necromancer and raise the dead - Undead Horde is a necromantic action game with elements from RPG, strategy and hack'n'slash. Maraud through the lands of the living, raze their villages and steal their treasures. Ultimately you'll take over the whole kingdom of the living!

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 44% ★, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Action RPG 8.2%, Dark Humor 6.7%, Magic 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a necromancer raising an army of the dead, mirroring the villainous progression found in Evil Wizard.

Tossed aside and cast out. It's time to claim your birthright. Rise as Lucifer and battle the armies of the afterlife and ascend through the weird and warped realms of heaven and claim vengeance.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 43.6% ★, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Action RPG 12.4%, Top-Down 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced 2D action-RPG features a villainous protagonist fighting through heaven with intense combat.

Underhero is an RPG-platformer where the chosen hero has failed, and an underling of the evil king takes his place as the new hero. Use timing-based combat to defeat enemies as you venture across the land, face off against quirky bosses, and save the kingdom from your own evil boss, Mr Stitches!

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 47.8% ★, Story Rich 11.6%, Linear 10.1%, RPG 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous 2D RPG that flips the script on traditional hero tropes, much like the narrative style of Evil Wizard.

Fight hordes of enemies led by The Slormancer, an evil warlock from the past, in an absurd yet epic Action RPG! Experience fast-paced gameplay, loads of shiny loot, tons of collectibles, countless hours of content, and carefully crafted pixel art.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.9%, Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Action RPG 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Top-Down 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A loot-heavy, pixel-art action-RPG that provides the satisfying progression and combat loop of a classic dungeon-crawler.

Metroidvania dungeon crawler about Death & Grief full of puzzles, secrets & challenges. Inspired by old GameBoy Color games with Retro Pixel Art Aesthetics but with challenging boss fights & Lore-Rich

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 44.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Story Rich 8.4%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D dungeon-crawler where you play as a spirit seeking revenge, featuring strong pixel-art and dark themes.

Greedventory is a gorgeous pixel-art linear action RPG experience, where the only thing between you and an embarrassingly swift death is your mouse. Strike, parry, and cast powerful spells on your enemies, loot ancient treasures, explore a brutal realm, and become the hero you never wanted to be!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.6%, Action RPG 14.7%, Dark Humor 12%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action-Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging pixel-art hack-and-slash game that captures the intense combat feel of dungeon-crawling.

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Action RPG 15%, Funny 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features a humorous tone and deep transformation mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.

Raise the dead as a fearsome Necromancer in the dark world of The Unliving! Lead your undead armies into the endless fight in this rogue-lite action RPG game. Burn cities to ash with devastating magic spells, slay epic bosses and turn your enemies into morbid servants.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 40.3% ★, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Dungeon Crawler 14%, Action RPG 10.8%, RPG 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A rogue-lite action-RPG where you control a necromancer leading an undead army, emphasizing the villainous power fantasy.

Hunt down monsters to cook and eat them! You’ve been revived in a massive underground complex and you must leave this bizarre facility. Aided by the undead Necro-Chef Simmer, you must stay safe, get fed, find a way to get out

Why similar: Action RPG 19.3%, Funny 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, RPG 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-humored 2D action-platformer where you craft abilities by eating enemies, perfect for fans of dungeon-crawling.

As a powerful necromancer you have the ability to raise the dead and command them in battle. With each victory, your army will grow stronger and your city will become more powerful. Undead Horde 2 is an action game with elements from RPG, strategy and hack'n'slash. Rise from the crypt and rebuild!

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 35.5% ★, Dark Humor 14.1%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Action RPG 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel expands on the necromancy-focused action-RPG gameplay, allowing you to command legions against the living.

Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland Followers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.

Why similar: Dark Humor 36.4%, Dungeon Crawler 34.1%, Funny 11.7%, 2D 5.9%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a possessed lamb building a cult, blending dark humor with action-roguelite dungeon exploration.

Batbarian: Testament of the Primordials is a snarky action-adventure puzzle game with a good dose of humor. Explore hundreds of secret-filled rooms, fight big bosses, gather companions for your party and use the powers of Pip—your bat buddy—to solve puzzles and escape the eldritch abyss!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Funny 10.8%, RPG 9.6%, Magic 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game with deep dungeon-crawling elements and a unique companion-based combat system.

Slash Quest is a quirky action adventure with unconventional controls and unlikely heroes. Spin a magic talking sword through exotic lands, fight nasty creatures, overcome puzzles and make friends on your way to reunite it with its rightful wielder, the Queen.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.2%, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Top-Down 11.6%, Funny 11.3%, Linear 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features humorous, intentionally awkward swordplay in a fantasy setting that complements the lighthearted tone of Evil Wizard.

Become a rogue in a fantasy action adventure game filled with absurd humor. Go on a quest to kill the dragon - and realize this is only the beginning. Learn spells from a wizard and brawling from an orc. Save the kingdom, destroy a ring, fight a monstrous beaver!

Why similar: Dark Humor 25.6%, Magic 13.7%, Funny 11.8%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Story Rich 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that leans heavily into fantasy humor and subverting traditional quest structures.

Why save the world when you can conquer it? In EvilQuest, take on the role of Galvis — a dark knight obsessed with ultimate power. Set out on a quest of revenge,destruction and conquest in this exciting retro Action RPG title.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 60.6% ★, Action RPG 14.3%, RPG 12.6%, Action 4.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that puts you in the role of a villain seeking power, directly echoing the premise of Evil Wizard.

Use necromancy to smash villages, scare townsfolk, and generally cause a ruckus.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 38.4% ★, Dark Humor 14.8%, Action RPG 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.3%, Action-Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action-RPG that embraces the villain-protagonist theme with dark humor.

A dungeon crawl where YOU are the dungeon! Lead your minions in tactical turn-based combat against the pesky heroes, and unlock a variety of evil Powers. With a dynamic campaign system and a branching storyline, "Reverse Crawl" lets you experience an RPG from a whole new angle!

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 58.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, RPG 7.1%, 2D 4.2%, Action 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical-RPG that lets you play as the dungeon master, forcing heroes to face your traps and minions.

Battle through a dark fantasy world as a resurrected warrior king. Once loyal friends, you now serve at the mercy of Odious, a brilliant but corrupt sorcerer. Master tactical combat and magical artifacts in this challenging action RPG.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action RPG 15.6%, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Top-Down 9.7%, Funny 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that focuses on fantasy combat and dungeon exploration with a distinct 2D style.

Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.6%, Action RPG 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, RPG 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward 2D dungeon-crawler that focuses on exploration, loot, and character progression.

Villains from near and far have been summoned to Arcanus Cella to participate in a death game in the name of achieving world peace. Do you have what it takes to become the ultimate evil? Test your might and mettle in this highly customizable action RPG!

Why similar: Dark Humor 18.9%, Dungeon Crawler 17.6%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action RPG 14.5%, Top-Down 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art action-RPG with deep customization that mirrors the retro aesthetic and dungeon-crawling focus.

Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with powerful weapons and items. Battle back the hordes of evil. Rescue villagers to improve your town and increase your power for your next trek into the dungeon.

Why similar: RPG 40.2%, Dungeon Crawler 27.2%, Action 18.5%, 2D 7.3%, Adventure 4%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that captures the magic-focused combat and dungeon-crawling exploration of the genre.

Embody Kimuto on the first day of his new job in this humor-packed dungeon crawler with surprising secrets to discover!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 38.5%, Action-Adventure 17%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, RPG 12.4%, 2D 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game that focuses on exploration and combat within a classic dungeon setting.

Earn the respect of a guild full of monsters and demons as a lone human by taking part in dangerous dungeon adventures and uncover secrets behind the mysterious demon kingdom of Tarborea.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Hack and Slash 17%, Action RPG 15.9%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that provides a classic dungeon-crawling experience with a focus on character progression.

Fight your way to the capital and slay the emperor! Choose from a variety of characters with unique spells and skills! Featuring permadeath, interactable terrain, distinct builds, wild combos, and endless replayability.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.6%, Dark Humor 19%, Top-Down 13.1%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Magic 11%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG that focuses on fast-paced combat and minimalist design.

Collect, fight and craft: Face the dangers of the shifting dungeon layouts and challenge the fierce bosses within. A completly free community-driven game!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Action RPG 12.8%, Top-Down 8.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A hack-and-slash dungeon-crawler that emphasizes magic-based combat and exploration.

Play as big boss of a final level. Heroes will come to kill you and you have to resist.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 74.5% ★, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Funny 5.5%, Action 5.1%, 2D 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game that centers on the perspective of a final boss fighting back against heroes.

A unique platforming experience where the protagonist, story, and mechanics are constantly changing. Take control of legendary warriors, giant worms, greedy kings, and lazy demons, each with their own purpose.

Why similar: Dark Humor 26.4%, Funny 12%, Story Rich 11.4%, Linear 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.4%

Play Avencast, the epic roguelike action-RPG with tons of combat moves, spells, and equipment. Fight against evil forces to save your academy and vanquish the darkness. As you progress, learn powerful spells and combos to increase your chances of victory.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.1%, Dungeon Crawler 18.9%, Action RPG 15.5%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features intense magic combat and dungeon exploration in a fantasy world.

Waltz of the Wizard is a wizard simulator where you find yourself in a fantastical realm filled with spells, secrets and some pretty strange characters.

Why similar: Dark Humor 23.9%, Magic 23.8%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Exploration 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on magic-based simulation and combat, capturing the wizardry theme of the seed game.

Escape from an incredibly dangerous, randomly generated tower in a slapstick, roguelite adventure that looks like a cartoon and feels like a joke. Slashy slashy!

Why similar: Dark Humor 31.9%, Dungeon Crawler 27.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Funny 13.8%, 2D 6.1%

Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 37.7% ★, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Action 9.4%, 2D 7.3%

Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.8%, Action RPG 17.3%, Top-Down 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Story Rich 8.2%

Prepare to be tempted, mesmerized and thrilled, become the Overlord, how corrupt you become depends on how you handle any given situation. Your actions impact the game world. With incredible power at your disposal and a team of evil minded minions to do your evil bidding, how will you resist the temptation to be incredibly despotic?

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 35.1% ★, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Dark Humor 11.8%, Action RPG 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%

Enter the magical castle of The Lost Wizard,you are tibiothar a skilled wizard, the castle was attacked by the evil skeleton king, free the magician Althazar from the tyranny of skeleton king and bring peace inside the castle of Althazar, destroy the army of darkness. Your actions will be remembered forever.

Why similar: Magic 38.2%, Adventure 32.2%, RPG 19.6%, Action 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired adventure game that focuses on magic and exploration in a 2D environment.

Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.

Why similar: Dark Humor 34.5%, Hack and Slash 32.7%, Funny 16.3%, 2D 7.3%, Action 5.8%

Play as the villain in Nefarious! An action platformer where you globe hop between several kingdoms kidnapping princesses who alter gameplay in unique ways. Then thwart various heroes in reverse boss fights, recreated iconic battles where you control the boss.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 88.3% ★, Action 6.3%, Adventure 5.4%

Embark on an explorative RPG hack-and-slash adventure where you attempt to re-establish a haven for the lost dwarven civilization. Journey across varied lands, help those in need, gather resources and fight off goblins and monsters as you slowly rebuild a home for your people.

Why similar: Dark Humor 16.8%, Dungeon Crawler 16.3%, Hack and Slash 16%, Action RPG 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%

Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 22.2%, RPG 18.5%, 2D 10.5%, Action 10.1%

Step into the greaves of King Arthur in this fantasy action roguelite and wield the Broken Excalibur in a quest to rescue the scattered citizens of Camelot, vanquish the calamitous Void Giant, and escape from the Astral Dimension once and for all.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.7%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, Action RPG 16.6%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, RPG 8.1%

The time to stop a new Dark Lord is before he comes to full power! Stop a young Solomon Dark before he can raise hell's army and threaten the world. Or don't.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Action RPG 15.5%, Dark Humor 14.8%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

Darkestville Castle — a darkly comedic point-and-click adventure where you play as a sarcastic demon. Solve clever puzzles, manipulate idiots, and bring chaos back to Darkestville, because being evil is just more fun.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 56.9% ★, Dark Humor 15.6%, Funny 9.8%, Story Rich 8.9%, 2D 4%

Overlord: Fellowship of Evil is an Action RPG filled with the series’ black humour and penned by award-winning scriptwriter Rhianna Pratchett. Players embark on an epic new quest in single-player or with up to three friends in co-op, assisted by the mighty, maniacal and occasionally moronic minions.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 36.5% ★, Dark Humor 11.9%, Hack and Slash 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Dark Comedy 8.3%

Overlord II, sequel to the critically acclaimed cult hit, sees the return of the chaotic Minions and their new Dark Master. Bigger, badder and more beautifully destructive, Overlord 2 has a Glorious Empire to smash, a massive Netherworld to revive, Minion mounts to mobilize, a trio of mistresses to woo, War Machines to crush opposition...

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 49.3% ★, Dark Humor 10%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, RPG 7%, Action RPG 6.3%

Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.9%, Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, Action RPG 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

Fight against capitalism in this satirical adventure RPG! When a greedy megacorp from the real world starts taking over fairytales for their cheap labor, a newly-hired storybook hero must climb the corporate ladder, rally together other disgruntled employees, and fight back!

Why similar: Action RPG 28%, Story Rich 20.5%, Funny 20.1%, RPG 13.9%, 2D 8.3%

A first-person action game, inspired by Dark Messiah, that provides various ways for defeating your foes, with weaponry, sorcery, stealth, or clever tactics like kicking them into deadly spikes.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.1%, Action RPG 21.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Funny 12.1%, Magic 10.8%

Metal as Phuk is a Mature, Turn-Based, Crude Comedy RPG that has one goal and one goal only: To Make You Laugh! Play as Chael, the last Paladin of the Metal Order, as he embarks on his journey to stop The Dark Bards before they can summon A'Marthius, a MONSTROUS Demon D-Bag!

Why similar: Dark Comedy 30.1%, Dark Humor 21.5%, Dungeon Crawler 13.5%, Story Rich 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

An action-adventure roguelike with a bit of RPG tossed in. Adventure deep into the UnderMine and discover powerful relics, deadly enemies, hidden secrets, and a few friends to help along the way.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 39.3%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, RPG 10.9%, Top-Down 10.7%, Funny 4.8%

Laugh in the face of death in this hauntingly humorous comedy adventure about a wayward soul trying to make it back to the land of the living. Engage in bullet-hell lite battles, solve puzzles, and communicate with the dead as you navigate this “colorful” world. Death is just the beginning.

Why similar: Dark Comedy 27.3%, Action RPG 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Funny 7.9%, RPG 7.2%

Join brave sir Lootalot on his epic quest in this little Zelda-lite adventure. Explore and fight your way through the dangerous dungeons filled with traps, puzzles and magical artifacts. And, of course, show the evil bosses who is the real boss here.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.2%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Funny 11.8%, Exploration 10.2%

Play as Ivan, a one-handed blacksmith with incredibly bad luck, who must take on the impossible tasks given to him by the tzar. All the while the mysterious witch, Baba Yaga, watches over Ivan's fate.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.9%, Action RPG 17%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Funny 12%, Story Rich 11.4%

Your party enters a deep and dark dungeon… but sacrifices must be made! Control 3 different heroes and use their special abilities to solve tricky puzzles by sacrificing your teammates!

Why similar: Dark Comedy 32.7%, Dark Humor 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Funny 10.6%, Adventure 7.6%

THE NEO-SANCTUM SHALL FALL. Claim retribution against the theocratic Faiths as you master vicious hack-and-slash combat in this action-RPG where style is salvation.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.5%, Action RPG 20.5%, Top-Down 11.8%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, RPG 8.7%

Crawl to the top of the TOWER OF KALEMONVO, a hardcore isometric ARPG with randomly generated levels meant for fans of slower paced action games. Fight cultists and monsters, scavenge for magical loot, learn powerful spells and fully customize your stats and skills!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.6%, Dungeon Crawler 20.9%, Action RPG 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Action-Adventure 8.3%

Explore a dark fantasy world, descend into the darkest depths and fight hordes of demons in this fast paced Action RPG. Fully customize your character, loot hunderd of unique items and destroy the evil that is corrupting the world once again!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.4%, Dungeon Crawler 23.4%, Action RPG 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, RPG 6.8%

Seek revenge on fantasy heroes as a reborn Demon Lord! Dive into this satisfying roguelite action game where the world only moves when you do. Plan your moves step by step or play swiftly with quick dodges and parries, colliding with enemies to land powerful attacks!

Why similar: Top-Down 19.8%, Action-Adventure 17.2%, Funny 17%, Exploration 14.8%, Story Rich 13.9%

Fantasy Madness: Bloodbath is a roguelike action-survival game where forces of nature fight against hordes of evil. Gain new skills, loot powerful items and defeat all who stand in your way… By all means!

Why similar: Dark Humor 42%, Magic 20.9%, Funny 14%, 2D 10.1%, Action 8.2%

Descend into the darkest dungeons, lure enemies into brutal traps and free the spirits of fallen heroes! Morph between unique dungeon creatures to survive and drive back the evil forces of the underworld.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Hack and Slash 19%, Action RPG 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Linear 12%

Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 23%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, RPG 10.4%, Exploration 9.8%