- #1 Enotria: The Last Song
97% matchMixed69% of 2,799 reviews2024
Dev: Jyamma Games
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 23.8%, Soundtrack 19% ★, Difficult 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Violent 9.5%
- #2 Lies of P
96% matchVery Positive92% of 83,210 reviews2023
Dev: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac
Median: 24.2 hrsMean: 39.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 40.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Difficult 8.4%, Third Person 6.8%, Violent 6%
- #3 Mortal Shell II
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 21,291 reviews2026
Dev: Cold SymmetryPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 23.3 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 30.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Violent 14.6%, Difficult 13.5%, Dark 5.9%
- #4 Etherburn
95% matchMostly Positive75% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: Nixon Scherbarth
Windows
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 26.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Violent 8.5%, Third Person 7.5%
- #5 The Altered Lands
94% matchMixed62% of 55 reviews2021
Dev: VoidCompiler
Windows
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 28%, Swordplay 19.8%, Difficult 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Third Person 7.7%
- #6 Thymesia
93% matchVery Positive82% of 10,174 reviews2022
Dev: OverBorder StudioPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 36%, Difficult 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Third Person 8.6%, Dark 5.1%
- #7 Blades of Fire
92% matchMostly Positive75% of 707 reviews2026
Dev: MercurySteamPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A dark fantasy adventure where forging steel shapes combat, progression, and fate.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.9%, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Violent 8.2%, Combat 7.6%
- #8 Dark Fantasy Warriors
94% matchMixed56% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: WarriorsStudio
Windows
Dark Fantasy Warrior is a third-person action role-playing game in Dark Souls style. Extremely dark, deep and DIFFICULT! All of that in this super action game and prepare to die. Are you ready to fight Darkness?
Why similar: Souls-like 36.9%, Dark Fantasy 21.6%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Third Person 9.1%, Soundtrack 6.2% ★
- #9 The First Berserker: Khazan
91% matchVery Positive85% of 32,741 reviews2025
Dev: NeoplePub: NEXON
Windows
Median: 26.7 hrsMean: 35.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 30.6%, Difficult 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Third Person 8.5%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #10 FADE
91% matchMixed64% of 70 reviews2020
Dev: Knight by Night
Windows
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 34.5%, Swordplay 24.5%, Third Person 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9%, Dark Fantasy 9%
- #11 Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted
90% matchMixed65% of 203 reviews2023
Dev: Blackburne Games Yazılım A.Ş.
Windows
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 26.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Combat 9.4%, Third Person 8.7%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #12 The Relic: First Guardian
89% matchMixed47% of 233 reviews2026
Dev: Project Cloud GamesPub: Perp Games
Windows
A dark action RPG rooted in Korean mythology, with brutal, fast combat.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.4%, Swordplay 22.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Difficult 9.6%, Third Person 7.9%
- #13 STEAMRUSH
89% matchMostly Positive70% of 220 reviews2024
Dev: Team Sleeping GiantPub: AIV - Accademia Italiana Videogiochi
Windows
STEAMRUSH is a third-person Boss Rush game featuring fast-paced melee combat against unique bosses, punctuated by exploration segments that gradually unveil the captivating story of the isolated city-state of Haze.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, Swordplay 26.9%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, PvE 8.3%, Third Person 7.4%
- #14 ELDERBORN
88% matchVery Positive86% of 3,110 reviews2020
Dev: Hyperstrange
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
ELDERBORN - a Metal AF* Slasher with brutal FPP melee combat and souls-like/RPG character progression. In the times of legend, barbarian tribes need a new dark messiah. Be that merciless slayer. Uncover ancient secrets in the city of doom. Forge your own destiny! *Action Fantasy.
Why similar: Swordplay 22.3%, Souls-like 21.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Difficult 12.4%, PvE 7.7%
- #15 Nine Treasures of Liuyin
87% matchVery Positive80% of 296 reviews2024
Dev: kingnagame
Windows
This is a dark, soul like role-playing game, trying to create a different experience in this genre. The protagonist fights against a powerful enemy in this city in search of a divine artifact.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.9%, Dark Fantasy 19%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Combat 7.2%, Exploration 7%
- #16 Netherworld Covenant
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 727 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Dark Fantasy 31.7%, Action-Adventure 17.7%, Combat 16.6%, Atmospheric 11.8%, 3D 9.8%
- #17 WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers
85% matchMixed57% of 106,454 reviews2025
Dev: LeenzeePub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 24.1 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 35.4%, Difficult 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Third Person 7.9%, Action-Adventure 6.1%
- #18 Folk Hero
86% matchVery Positive83% of 209 reviews2023
Dev: Chudo-Yudo GamesPub: Targem Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Folk Hero is an action-slasher with rogue-lite elements set in the world of Slavic fantasy. Explore the ever-changing island, find treasures, combine weapons and artifacts to defeat mythical enemies. Challenge your skills! One life, one try.
Why similar: Souls-like 68.1%, Action-Adventure 24.4%, Adventure 7.5%
- #19 Stonemachia
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,370 reviews2026
Dev: Crossfall Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Fight, Zefiro! Arm yourself with the power of chess and explore Medhelan, a land haunted by the Plague of Angels, in a dark action-adventure with soulslike elements. Will you be able to return to Heaven?
Why similar: Souls-like 35.9%, Swordplay 28.6%, Dark 7.7%, Atmospheric 7.7%, Action-Adventure 5.3%
- #20 The Last Hero of Nostalgaia
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,241 reviews2022
Dev: Over The MoonPub: Coatsink
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 41.3%, Dark Fantasy 20.1%, Third Person 12.1%, Violent 7.1%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #21 Crimson Oath
82% matchVery Positive82% of 828 reviews2026
Dev: Parry Frames Studio
Windows
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 35.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Combat 10.1%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Third Person 9.7%
- #22 GRIME
83% matchVery Positive85% of 6,798 reviews2021
Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 29.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Difficult 15.7%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Combat 6.5%
- #23 Pharaonic
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 305 reviews2016
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Embark on a journey of exploration and violence in the Two Lands of Egypt with Pharaonic! This unforgiving Combat RPG features an streamlined and challenging combat system that will keep you on your toes while fighting for your life!
Why similar: Souls-like 28%, Swordplay 22.4%, Difficult 15%, Third Person 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #24 VOIN
80% matchVery Positive94% of 3,801 reviews2024
Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 42.7%, Dark Fantasy 23.7%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Retro 12.2%, Action 5.6%
- #25 Salt and Sanctuary
81% matchVery Positive89% of 21,932 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 60.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Difficult 14.5%, Dark 3%, Atmospheric 2.5%
- #26 Weird RPG
79% matchVery Positive92% of 4,239 reviews2022
Dev: yuzhen
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
"Weird RPG" is a highly difficult and fast-paced action RPG game focusing on boss battle,
Why similar: Souls-like 60.2%, Combat 11.7%, Action 11.4%, Adventure 6.7%, 3D 5.1%
- #27 Redemption of Liuyin
79% matchVery Positive83% of 204 reviews2025
Dev: kingnagame
Windows
This is a 3D ancient style fantasy, multi ending action role-playing game. As the third installment of the Ryukyu Hidden series and the Ryukyu Hidden Nine Absolute Reincarnation Chapter, the game is designed with the principle of promoting offense and hesitation to defeat in its combat system.
Why similar: Souls-like 38.4%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Third Person 8.3%, Exploration 5.7%
- #28 Hack and Slash Fury
78% matchVery Positive80% of 237 reviews2025
Dev: juan_poder_azure
Windows
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 25.6%, Souls-like 24.3%, Violent 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Third Person 5.9%
- #29 Immortal Planet
81% matchMixed61% of 396 reviews2017
Dev: teedoubleuGAMESPub: Crunching Koalas
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 30%
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 54.8%, Difficult 12%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%, Violent 6.4%, Action 6%
- #30 Bloodface
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2025
Dev: Iron Forge Games
Windows
An unforgiving medieval action RPG with a Souls-like combat system. Explore, grow stronger, defeat enemy forces, and reclaim the city torn apart by civil war.
Why similar: Souls-like 44.6%, Swordplay 20.4%, Combat 8%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, Action 6.5%
- #31 The Unfallens: Awakening
78% matchMostly Positive76% of 188 reviews2023
Dev: Floatonic Studio
Windows
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 28.3%, Difficult 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Third Person 9.1%, Combat 9.1%
- #32 Eldest Souls
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,436 reviews2021
Dev: Fallen Flag StudioPub: United Label
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 40.2%, Dark Fantasy 23%, Difficult 21.3%, Combat 3.7%, Violent 3.7%
- #33 Void Sols
74% matchVery Positive96% of 378 reviews2024
Dev: Finite Reflection StudiosPub: Modern Wolf
Windows · Mac
Abstract ruins. Hostile shapes. No escape but forward... Death isn’t the end as you know it. Here, it’s how you grow! Each defeat teaches you more as you rise again to defeat foes with stolen blades and bows. Pushing through a broken world warped by cruelty and shadows. Welcome. This is Void Sols.
Why similar: Swordplay 25.4%, Souls-like 25.4%, Difficult 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #34 Back To Ashes
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 142 reviews2023
Dev: InDID
Windows
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 58.5%, Difficult 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Action 8%, Adventure 7.1%
- #35 Vindilis
74% matchVery Positive94% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: François Mauxion
Windows
Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.3%, Swordplay 23.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Exploration 4.2%
- #36 Strayed Lights
75% matchVery Positive80% of 494 reviews2023
Dev: Embers
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Strayed Lights is a colourful action-adventure featuring epic boss fights and a unique parry-based combat system. Shift between colours to repel attacks and strike back. Explore a dreamlike world as you restore your light that was torn by shadows.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.6%, Dark Fantasy 19.8%, Third Person 12.7%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Atmospheric 7.3%
- #37 GRIME II
71% matchVery Positive87% of 2,047 reviews2026
Dev: Clover BitePub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.
Why similar: Souls-like 44.8%, PvE 17.2%, Exploration 11.4%, Multiple Endings 10.4%, Dark 4.2%
- #38 Cervus Blade
73% matchVery Positive89% of 414 reviews2023
Dev: Team BladePub: USC Games
Windows
Cervus Blade is an enchanting third-person action adventure game that takes players on an epic journey through a deer-worship desert world. Engage in high-octane combat, testing your skills in challenging encounters, unleash the power of the Blade and become a legend in this captivating adventure.
Why similar: Souls-like 41.2%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Difficult 9.2%, Combat 8.4%, Action-Adventure 5.6%
- #39 Animus - Stand Alone
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 69 reviews2019
Dev: TENBIRDS
Windows
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 31.6%, Souls-like 11.3%, Difficult 10.5%, Third Person 10.1%, Linear 9.5%
- #40 Davyria: Heroes of Eternity
76% matchMixed69% of 90 reviews2017
Dev: Sebastian Groll
Windows
Davyria is an action role-playing game with a well-designed and challenging combat system. You play an Eternal Warrior wandering the barren island of Davyria. Features [A skill based and challenging combat system]
Why similar: Souls-like 46.3%, Swordplay 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Action 8.3%, Adventure 8%
- #41 Echoes of Yi : Samsara
72% matchMixed64% of 567 reviews2025
Dev: Runmeng
Windows
ECHOES of YI: SAMSARA is a dark martial arts action game infused with traditional Chinese culture. Players embody the Sword Saint's first disciple, battling fierce enemies and unraveling the mystery beneath the Jianmu Tree. Will you face the challenges or go with the flow? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Souls-like 34.6%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Multiple Endings 11.7%, Combat 9.4%, Exploration 7.1%
- #42 Weird RPG 2
70% matchVery Positive93% of 880 reviews2026
Dev: yuzhen
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
An innovative third-person action RPG where you can choose traditional weapons to fight monsters fairly, or activate cheats like godly powers. The unique voice-controlled gear system lets you summon spells or enhance yourself. This is definitely an adventure you've never experienced before!
Why similar: Souls-like 29.8%, Violent 11.4%, Dark 10%, Action 7.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #43 Tails of Iron
71% matchVery Positive88% of 15,173 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 31.3%, Swordplay 13.9%, Difficult 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #44 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
70% matchVery Positive94% of 45,986 reviews2021
Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.
Why similar: Souls-like 39.1%, Dark Fantasy 23.4%, Difficult 13.8%, Multiple Endings 7.2%, Atmospheric 6.5%
- #45 Darkblade Ascent
70% matchVery Positive81% of 562 reviews2025
Dev: PST Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 39.7%, Souls-like 27.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Combat 9.8%, Action 4.2%
- #46 Estencel
73% matchMixed65% of 171 reviews2023
Dev: Rone Vine
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Atmospheric souls-like. Fight enemies and bosses and explore the gloomy city.
Why similar: Souls-like 34%, Difficult 18.8%, PvE 11.9%, Third Person 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
- #47 SINNER: Sacrifice for Redemption
73% matchMixed65% of 1,048 reviews2018
Dev: DARK STARPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 51%
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 30.3%, Difficult 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Third Person 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #48 Nine Sols
68% matchVery Positive94% of 45,860 reviews2024
Dev: RedCandleGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
Why similar: Souls-like 39.4%, Difficult 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Atmospheric 6.6%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #49 Memoirium
68% matchVery Positive93% of 96 reviews2026
Dev: GoldenGratus
Windows
Traverse a chaotic and crumbling realm of dreams composed of liminal spaces. Adapt to the world’s odd rules as a Dreamer, and defy others like you to escape the strange and eclectic subconscious landscape.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Third Person 11.4%, Retro 11.1%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #50 3000th Duel
72% matchMixed72% of 628 reviews2019
Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.
Why similar: Souls-like 35.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.4%, Difficult 19.1%, Exploration 7.6%, Atmospheric 6.6%
- #51 Nimbusfall
69% matchVery Positive89% of 70 reviews2024
Dev: GodziPixelPub: DevilishGames
Windows · Mac
Dive into a new and thrilling boss rush-style video game where revenge is the only motivation. Step into the shoes of the last survivor of a race decimated by The Moon, now seeking to settle the score with the culprit of its extinction. But what secrets does The Moon hold?
Why similar: Souls-like 30.4%, Swordplay 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Retro 10.6%, Combat 9%
- #52 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,837 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Violent 15%, Difficult 14%, Combat 7.5%
- #53 Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition
71% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,377 reviews2021
Dev: TipsWorksPub: Giant Global
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition is a challenging action role playing game set in a world of dark fantasy. Step into the shoes of Couriers, as they discover the tale behind the mysterious Dark Mist.
Why similar: Souls-like 37%, Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Difficult 15.6%, Action-Adventure 6.4%, Third Person 4.4%
- #54 Heretical
67% matchVery Positive85% of 1,036 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.
Why similar: Souls-like 55%, Dark Fantasy 31%, Atmospheric 9.9%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #55 Crimson Moon
67% matchMixed59% of 3,147 reviews2026
Dev: ProbablyMonsters
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
You are Nephilim: a human-angel hybrid forged to defend humanity with supernatural powers. Fight solo or with a friend to annihilate demons and challenge brutal bosses in relentless melée combat. Rise, violent one. The prophecy is yours to fulfill.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.2%, Dark Fantasy 17%, PvE 11%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Third Person 8.4%
- #56 The Last Faith
66% matchVery Positive85% of 5,695 reviews2023
Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.
Why similar: Souls-like 39.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Violent 18%, Difficult 13.2%, Action 3.2%
- #57 HunterX: code name T
67% matchVery Positive86% of 169 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Souls-like 46.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Exploration 11%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 7.5%
- #58 Chronos: Before the Ashes
69% matchMixed64% of 888 reviews2020
Dev: Gunfire GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Chronos: Before the Ashes is an atmospheric RPG that chronicles a hero’s lifelong quest to save their homeland from a great evil.
Why similar: Souls-like 49%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, Action 7.9%, Combat 7.3%, 3D 7.1%
- #59 Phyllosoma
66% matchMixed57% of 63 reviews2026
Dev: RespectGuild
Windows
You are a lone hunter who awakens in darkness. Within a cursed fortress where reality and hell intertwine, your goal is clear: Reach the top. Fight horrific enemies, grow stronger, and face what awaits at the summit.
Why similar: Souls-like 39.5%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Violent 9.2%, Third Person 9%, Action 6%
- #60 Slash or Die
69% matchVery Positive86% of 256 reviews2016
Dev: ClickGames
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 42.3%, Difficult 21%, PvE 14.9%, Retro 9.4%, Dark 6.6%