Games Like Exanima

Half Sword is a physics-based medieval combat simulator featuring historically accurate XV-century arms and armor. We are not afraid to show the brutal nature of medieval combat with in-depth blood and gore features.

Why similar: Physics 48.2%, Medieval 36.8%, Simulation 5.8%, Action 4.3%, Adventure 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a highly realistic, physics-driven combat system that mirrors the tactile and challenging nature of Exanima's melee.

Fight & strategize your way through spectacles and arenas - rise from lowly slave to Grand Champion and earn your freedom. Or... die trying. This Gladiator RPG Roguelite features in-depth career management and a unique physics simulated combat system. To those who are about to die, I salute you!

Why similar: Physics 28.4%, Medieval 24.8%, Difficult 21.5%, RPG 13.8%, Simulation 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a brutal, physics-based gladiator combat experience that emphasizes weight and momentum.

Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.4%, RPG 22.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.4%, Medieval 14.7%, Difficult 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a gritty, turn-based isometric RPG experience with a similar focus on survival, difficulty, and dark atmosphere.

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: Physics 43.9%, Medieval 33.5%, Character Customization 16.7%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based sword-fighting game that captures the precision and lethality of historical dueling.

MONOMYTH is an immersive, first-person dungeon-crawling RPG inspired by the genre's late classics. Embark on a journey through a vast and highly interactive game world as you unravel the mysteries hidden beneath the ancient fortress of Lysandria.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 43.1%, Dark Fantasy 21.5%, RPG 12.6%, Character Customization 9.6%, Atmospheric 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive-sim dungeon crawler that emphasizes environmental interaction and exploration in a dark fantasy setting.

Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.

Why similar: Physics 28.3%, Dungeon Crawler 26.2%, Difficult 20.8%, Roguelike 8%, RPG 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a complex physics simulation where every pixel interacts, creating a similarly unpredictable and difficult gameplay loop.

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 40.6%, Dark Fantasy 30.1%, RPG 10.6%, Souls-like 10.2%, Atmospheric 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that excels at creating a mysterious, dark, and atmospheric world to explore.

This critically acclaimed first-person RPG from Arkane Studios takes the player on an amazing journey into the fantasy world of Arx. Arx is wrought with turmoil, brought to the brink of destruction by a violent war.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 34%, RPG 30.5%, Dungeon Crawler 20.9%, Atmospheric 6%, Adventure 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic immersive-sim that pioneered the deep, interactive dungeon-crawling mechanics that Exanima builds upon.

An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 54.3%, Medieval 31.7%, RPG 14%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the high-stakes tension of medieval dungeon extraction and loot-focused exploration.

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: Dungeon Crawler 36.5%, Dark Fantasy 23.5%, RPG 12.6%, Action Roguelike 7.7%, Roguelike 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person action-roguelike that focuses on visceral, skill-based combat within a dark, dungeon-crawling framework.

A free-roaming squad based RPG. Focusing on open-ended sandbox gameplay features rather than a linear story. Be a trader, a thief, a rebel, a warlord, an adventurer, a farmer, a slave, or just food for the cannibals. Train your men up from puny victims to master warriors.

Why similar: RPG 61.9%, Character Customization 13.2%, Simulation 8.4%, Adventure 7.6%, Singleplayer 5%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal, physics-adjacent sandbox RPG where survival is difficult and the world is unforgivingly harsh.

UnderRail is an old-school turn-based isometric role-playing game that features a large open post-apocalyptic world, deep and challenging combat and an intricate storyline.

Why similar: Isometric 40.8%, RPG 37%, Difficult 11.5%, Atmospheric 4.3%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore isometric RPG that demands careful planning and tactical awareness in a dangerous, claustrophobic environment.

A strategy/action RPG. Create a character, engage in diplomacy, craft, trade and conquer new lands in a vast medieval sandbox. Raise armies to lead into battle and command and fight alongside your troops in massive real-time battles using a deep but intuitive skill-based combat system.

Why similar: Medieval 53.6%, RPG 22.2%, Character Customization 10%, Simulation 4.6%, Action 4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a directional, physics-based melee combat system that rewards skill and timing in medieval warfare.

Soul Scathe is a procedurally generated VR Dungeon Crawler RPG. Utilize many spells, weapons, and even the environment to fight against deadly foes as you explore the secrets of the Mistchamber Dungeons to reclaim lost fragments of your soul.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.8%, Dark Fantasy 23.6%, Physics 19.5%, RPG 12.2%, Roguelike 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy dungeon crawler that emphasizes tactical combat and atmospheric exploration.

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: Dungeon Crawler 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 20.5%, Souls-like 14%, Isometric 14%, Difficult 14%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that combines souls-like combat with deep exploration of a ruined world.

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: Dungeon Crawler 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.5%, Physics 18%, Medieval 15.7%, Souls-like 13.9%

Why You'll Like It: A VR-focused action-RPG that features physics-based swordplay and a dark, gritty aesthetic.

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: RPG 45.3%, Souls-like 24.9%, Difficult 18.6%, Adventure 5.6%, Atmospheric 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive survival RPG that emphasizes preparation, difficulty, and the weight of your actions in a hostile world.

Take on a role of a hardened PMC fighter in a dark turn-based cyberpunk RPG. Engage in unforgiving combat, manage your ship and pile up the bodies of your clones to unravel the dark mystery behind threat to all life.

Why similar: Difficult 44.3%, RPG 31.6%, Roguelike 20%, Singleplayer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, turn-based extraction roguelike that forces players to manage resources and survive in a hostile environment.

Blade & Sorcery is a built-for-VR medieval fantasy with full physics driven melee, ranged and magic combat. Become a powerful warrior, ranger or sorcerer and devastate your enemies.

Why similar: Physics 38%, Medieval 31.3%, RPG 10.8%, Action 6.6%, Simulation 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for physics-based combat simulation, focusing on the weight and impact of every weapon swing.

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 37.5%, Dark Fantasy 25.2%, Difficult 18.3%, RPG 10.3%, Action 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D souls-like that perfectly captures the oppressive, dark atmosphere and punishing difficulty of Exanima.

Project Zomboid is the ultimate in zombie survival. Alone or in MP: you loot, build, craft, fight, farm and fish in a struggle to survive. A hardcore RPG skillset, a vast map, massively customisable sandbox and a cute tutorial raccoon await the unwary. So how will you die? All it takes is a bite..

Why similar: Isometric 44%, RPG 30.5%, Simulation 11.3%, Adventure 5.9%, Indie 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric simulation game that shares Exanima's commitment to realistic mechanics and high-stakes survival.

Play as a mighty Blood Wizard on a quest to escape a death-loop of psychedelic dungeons. Slay disgusting creatures using a large array of bladed weapons and unnerving spells, harness the power of cursed rings, find mysterious treasures, and learn the secrets of the universe you are trapped in.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.1%, Dark Fantasy 19.1%, Medieval 15.7%, RPG 10.2%, Roguelike 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal action-roguelike that emphasizes intense dungeon exploration and unique combat mechanics.

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: Dungeon Crawler 22%, Dark Fantasy 18%, Medieval 16%, Difficult 14.5%, Souls-like 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D action-RPG with a dark, gothic aesthetic and a focus on challenging, tactical combat.

Barony is the premier first-person roguelike with cooperative play! Adventure alone, or gather a party with iconic and unusual RPG classes to face off against the brutal dungeons. Test your resourcefulness, wits, and friendships, on your quest to lift the evil lich's curse!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 44.9%, Difficult 19.9%, RPG 13.2%, Roguelike 10.1%, Action Roguelike 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that captures the brutal difficulty and sense of discovery found in classic RPGs.

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 47.8%, RPG 23.3%, Character Customization 14.5%, Adventure 7.6%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive, dark fantasy open-world RPG that focuses on exploration and narrative depth.

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 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 28.3%, Difficult 16.7%, RPG 12%, Action 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like game that focuses on tactical, deliberate combat and a haunting, dark fantasy atmosphere.

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

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25%, Dark Fantasy 19.4%, Isometric 13.9%, Difficult 12.6%, Souls-like 11%

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: Dark Fantasy 25.7%, Souls-like 23.6%, Difficult 18.1%, RPG 11.6%, Medieval 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive dark fantasy RPG that emphasizes deliberate, weighty combat and intricate level design.

VR horror-slasher with physically correct combat system and dynamic battles across arenas in the dark fantasy world.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.4%, Medieval 22.1%, RPG 14.2%, Physics 14.1%, Souls-like 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based combat simulator that focuses on gore and the visceral impact of medieval weaponry.

Fear & Hunger is a horror dungeon crawler set in the dark and hopeless dungeons of fear and hunger. The game is a hybrid of survival horror and dungeon crawler genres with its influences ranging from Silent Hill to Nethack. There are roguelike elements to the game as well as a heavy foundation of a j-RPG.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 38.3%, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, Difficult 14.4%, RPG 12.6%, Horror 6.3%

Path of Achra is a dark fantasy roguelike of the ancient earth, with a focus on streamlined controls and rapid hero customization. A "broken build sandbox." Fight through the deadly lands of Achra to reach the horrors of the Obelisk, and discover what lies beyond...

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.3%, Dark Fantasy 22.7%, RPG 13.8%, Character Customization 11.6%, Roguelike 10.9%

Soulblight is a dark, unforgiving, top-down action roguelike luring you to cross the thin line between good and evil. Embrace your flaws to survive a journey through an unforgiving Sanctuary. Gluttony, Lust, Cannibalism - how far are you willing to go?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.5%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, RPG 17.2%, Difficult 13.3%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down roguelite that uses a unique personality system to influence how you interact with a dangerous dungeon.

SULFUR is a modern old-school action-adventure: Outsmart enemies, find treasure, improve weapons, harness powers. Delve deeper, find answers, make it end.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 41.1%, Difficult 27.6%, RPG 14.8%, Roguelike 9.7%, Action Roguelike 6.7%

Action-oriented combat with a deep and involving tale of betrayal, torture, madness, and infernal damnation. If a gritty old-school open-ended isometric RPG is what you looking for, look no further. Inquisitor will provide you with hours of gameplay and a dark, involving story.

Why similar: RPG 30.4%, Isometric 29.3%, Dark Fantasy 25.6%, Medieval 10.9%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric RPG that leans heavily into a dark, oppressive atmosphere and challenging, old-school gameplay.

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: Dark Fantasy 32.5%, Difficult 24.6%, Souls-like 20.6%, RPG 12.9%, Atmospheric 4.7%

Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.4%, RPG 30.7%, Isometric 20.4%, Adventure 7.6%, Action 5.2%

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 32.1%, RPG 16.7%, Medieval 12.9%, Souls-like 9.7%, Difficult 7.3%

Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.3%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Isometric 15.1%, Medieval 14.1%, Souls-like 13.5%

Inhabit a deeply-simulated science fantasy world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Build a character from over a hundred mutations and cybernetics. The award-winning sandbox roguelike & RPG full of robots, deep lore, and sentient plants.

Why similar: Difficult 34.6%, RPG 22%, Character Customization 17%, Roguelike 14.4%, Atmospheric 8.9%

The Bloodline is a sandbox adventure RPG that lets you play your way. Reforge bonds between kingdoms, explore the wilds, craft and plan adventures and wield mighty weapons or magic as you prepare for what is to come…

Why similar: Physics 33.3%, Medieval 29.5%, RPG 16.5%, Character Customization 11.3%, Action 4.6%

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: Dungeon Crawler 23%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Isometric 16.3%, Medieval 14.2%, RPG 9.6%

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: Dark Fantasy 22.1%, Difficult 20.7%, Souls-like 18.6%, Medieval 15.2%, RPG 11.8%

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: Dark Fantasy 35.9%, Souls-like 25.2%, RPG 17.8%, Action Roguelike 7.1%, Atmospheric 6.3%

Explore a hostile, living world: Uncover forgotten horrors, both man-made and supernatural, as you hunt for powerful weapons and exotic artifacts.

Why similar: Horror 41.9%, Atmospheric 30.1%, Action 20.2%, Singleplayer 7.8%

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: Dungeon Crawler 33.5%, Dark Fantasy 26%, Isometric 18.9%, RPG 10.7%, Character Customization 7%

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 26.3%, Isometric 21.3%, RPG 16.1%, Difficult 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%

Runehaven is an atmospheric roguelike dungeon crawler with an immersive magic system where you craft your own spells. Explore a mysterious procedurally generated world.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.3%, Dark Fantasy 21.8%, Physics 21.3%, RPG 10.9%, Character Customization 8.2%

Explore alternative realities while trying to save Your own from approaching annihilation. Dark fantasy rpg action game which will take You on a journey deep into the realms of Errent.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.4%, RPG 21%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Difficult 14.2%, Action 7.1%

Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.4%, RPG 24.8%, Souls-like 23.8%, Character Customization 13.9%, Action 3.9%

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 35.6%, Medieval 20.2%, RPG 19.2%, Souls-like 11%, Character Customization 8.6%

Darkwood - a new perspective on survival horror. Scavenge and explore a rich, ever-changing free-roam world by day, then hunker down in your hideout and pray for the morning light.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 42.7%, RPG 20.8%, Horror 11.9%, Atmospheric 8.6%, Adventure 6.8%

A challenging action RPG with deep souls-like combat and rogue-like elements. Explore a dreadful dungeon and fight smart enemies that will plan and collaborate between themselves to defeat you.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Difficult 13.9%, Souls-like 12.8%, Medieval 12%

From the creators of E.Y.E: Divine Cybermancy, a cult cyberpunk RPG. Daimon Blades is a brutal first person slasher that combines the depth of action RPGs and replayability of roguelites. Launch expeditions solo or up to 4 players, and survive the many horrors of the Daimon Realm.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.8%, Dark Fantasy 22%, Medieval 17.3%, Souls-like 13.3%, RPG 7.5%

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: Dark Fantasy 26.7%, Difficult 21.4%, Souls-like 18.5%, RPG 12.7%, Horror 7.1%

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: Dark Fantasy 38.7%, Souls-like 25.4%, RPG 15.8%, Character Customization 7.8%, Horror 5.2%

Utilize skill, creativity, and knowledge to reach the depths of your mental labyrinth. By collecting and stacking items, gears, and weapons, you'll stand a chance against the brutal manifestations of your fears.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.5%, Physics 25.9%, Difficult 17.2%, Action Roguelike 5.6%, RPG 5.5%

Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world. Keep your dwarves happy, grow their community and beware of digging too deeply. The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created.

Why similar: Simulation 50.3%, Difficult 32.1%, Roguelike 17.6%

Explore various dungeons, making use of various weapons and magic! Challenge the most deadly locations, make your name as an adventurer! Clear the corridors of monsters, collecting tools and weapons as you go. Watch out for booby traps!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.6%, RPG 22.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Medieval 12.8%, Action 6.8%

Spawn your own enemies in this wobbly physics based rogue-lite action RPG and mow down hundreds of foes to your heart’s content. Fend off the Hordes of the Corrupted Realms by choosing powerful skill cards, enchanting equipment, and extracting living essence to upgrade your crawler.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.2%, Physics 22.3%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Medieval 13.5%, RPG 6.7%