Games Like FINAL FANTASY XVI

The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 21.6% ★, JRPG 17.9%, Action RPG 13.4%, Party-Based RPG 9.3%, Cinematic 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the closest modern Square Enix alternative with cinematic storytelling, character-driven drama, and flashy real-time party combat on an even bigger scale.

Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 22.9% ★, JRPG 17.7%, Action RPG 15.2%, Party-Based RPG 9.2%, RPG 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Like FFXVI, it pairs blockbuster presentation and emotional storytelling with fast, stylish action-RPG combat that still feels distinctly Final Fantasy.

Developed in cooperation between Square Enix and Team NINJA (Koei Tecmo Games), STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is a hard-core action RPG that takes the FINAL FANTASY series in a new direction. Experience the boldest and most merciless battles in FINAL FANTASY history.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 28.8% ★, JRPG 17%, Action RPG 16.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, RPG 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is another darker, action-forward Final Fantasy that trades turn-based systems for aggressive real-time combat and a grim fantasy tone.

Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.

Why similar: Action RPG 18.4%, Cinematic 17.7%, Story Rich 9.3%, Emotional 8.6%, Third Person 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers the same kind of cinematic, story-heavy action adventure built around brutal melee combat, mythic stakes, and massive set-piece encounters.

Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.

Why similar: JRPG 27.9%, Action RPG 13.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.2%, RPG 10.9%, Fantasy 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: As the previous mainline single-player Final Fantasy, it shares the series' modern action-RPG direction, flashy magic, and road-to-apocalypse tone.

The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 46% ★, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Action 8.1%, Third Person 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its exhilarating combo-driven spectacle-fighter combat is one of the clearest matches for FFXVI's flashiest and most satisfying battle design.

A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!

Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, Spectacle fighter 22.3% ★, Action RPG 20.5%, Fantasy 7.2%, Third Person 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It nails the same fast-paced, visually explosive action-RPG feel with big boss fights, fantasy spectacle, and a polished JRPG presentation.

300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!

Why similar: JRPG 31.1%, Action RPG 21.3%, RPG 8.7%, Fantasy 8.6%, Story Rich 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its real-time combat, dramatic fantasy story, and polished anime-style production make it one of the strongest non-Final Fantasy JRPG alternatives.

The upgraded prequel of NieR:Automata. A kind young man sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking book, to search for the "Sealed verses" in order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl.

Why similar: JRPG 22.2%, Great Soundtrack 18.2%, Story Rich 13.4%, Action RPG 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers another tragic, story-rich action RPG with melancholic fantasy themes, emotional character writing, and a memorable soundtrack.

Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.

Why similar: Action RPG 34.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Story Rich 11.3%, RPG 9.7%, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its mythic boss battles, visually lavish action combat, and serious fantasy tone line up well with FFXVI's spectacle-heavy appeal.

NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 31.9% ★, Hack and Slash 14.5%, JRPG 14%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, RPG 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its blend of stylish action combat, haunting story beats, and large-scale existential drama makes it a great fit for FFXVI fans wanting something similarly intense and emotional.

CRISIS CORE -FINAL FANTASY VII- REUNION is a remaster of CRISIS CORE featuring updated graphics, combat systems and soundtrack. Follow the tale of SOLDIER operative Zack Fair, as he discovers the secrets of Shinra's dark experiments.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 24.5% ★, JRPG 17.8%, Action RPG 14.5%, Party-Based RPG 9.2%, Cinematic 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This action-focused Final Fantasy spin-off delivers fast combat, melodramatic storytelling, and the same kind of emotionally charged heroic arc.

Embark on an epic odyssey to save your younger sister – and the whole of humanity – from mysterious dimensional invaders from beyond the starlit skies in Lost Soul Aside™.

Why similar: JRPG 25.1%, Action RPG 23.8%, Hack and Slash 10%, RPG 9.2%, Third Person 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its flashy high-speed sword combat and cinematic anime-fantasy presentation make it a natural pick for players who loved FFXVI's stylish action focus.

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 31.5% ★, JRPG 22.9%, Action RPG 16.3%, Story Rich 7.4%, Magic 7%

Why You'll Like It: This is a strong match if you want another Japanese action RPG with flashy melee combat, magical clashes, and a serious fantasy narrative.

FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0 HD brings an immersive world, memorable characters and the production value known of the series, together with high quality gameplay and storytelling truly worthy of the FINAL FANTASY name.

Why similar: JRPG 25.2%, Action RPG 15.1%, RPG 8.9%, Story Rich 7.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its wartime setting, darker tone, and action-driven combat make it one of the grimmer and more FFXVI-adjacent entries in the series.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.

Why similar: Action RPG 36.1%, Fantasy 15.2%, Magic 14.8%, RPG 13.8%, Third Person 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the thrill of fighting enormous monsters in a richly realized fantasy world, with weighty action combat and grand adventure energy.

Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?

Why similar: Action RPG 18.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Cinematic 13.4%, Emotional 13.2%, Third Person 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a darker fantasy mood, story-driven structure, and intimate character drama wrapped around supernatural action combat.

Forspoken follows the journey of Frey, a young New Yorker transported to the beautiful and cruel land of Athia. In search of a way home, Frey must use her newfound magical abilities to traverse sprawling landscapes and battle monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.1%, Magic 17.1%, Fantasy 11.3%, RPG 10.4%, Cinematic 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It channels a comparable high-speed magical action-RPG feel, with flashy spell combat and a modern Square Enix blockbuster sensibility.

FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.

Why similar: JRPG 40.2%, RPG 15.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.7%, Fantasy 11.2%, Story Rich 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: While less combo-driven, its mature political fantasy setting and sweeping worldbuilding strongly echo the side of FFXVI focused on kingdoms, war, and destiny.

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

Why similar: Action RPG 22.7%, Dark Fantasy 19.5%, JRPG 15.7%, RPG 8.5%, Hack and Slash 8%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes aggressive real-time combat, supernatural powers, and dramatic fantasy warfare in a way that should click with players who liked FFXVI's intensity.

You are Geralt of Rivia, mercenary monster slayer. Before you stands a war-torn, monster-infested continent you can explore at will. Your current contract? Tracking down Ciri — the Child of Prophecy, a living weapon that can alter the shape of the world.

Why similar: Story Rich 16.4%, Action RPG 13.5%, RPG 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Fantasy 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly mature dark-fantasy world full of political conflict, monster-hunting, and story-first role-playing, albeit with a broader open-world structure.

Long ago, Ragnarok—the End Times—loomed upon the realms. The All-Father Odin, with the last of his strength, created an emissary of redemption, Valkyrie; her sole task being the salvation of a doomed world.

Why similar: Action RPG 21%, JRPG 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, RPG 10.4%, Hack and Slash 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its mission-based structure, action combat, and Norse-flavored fantasy tone make it a decent follow-up for players who enjoyed FFXVI's leaner action focus.

His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.

Why similar: Story Rich 17.2%, Action RPG 14.9%, Third Person 11.1%, Hack and Slash 8.7%, Emotional 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers another prestige single-player action game centered on brutal combat, mythic storytelling, and a heavily cinematic presentation.

Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.

Why similar: JRPG 37.9%, Action RPG 29.8%, RPG 11.6%, Action 7.7%, Fantasy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylish real-time combat, cinematic anime storytelling, and powers-driven encounters scratch a similar itch for flashy single-player action RPGs.

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: Action RPG 30.9%, Dark Fantasy 20.3%, Third Person 12.7%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its brutal dark-fantasy action and intense boss-centric combat make it a strong fit if you want something harsher but similarly high-impact.

Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 37.3% ★, Action RPG 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Third Person 7.6%, Hack and Slash 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy character-action game leans into flashy melee combos, demonic enemies, and a grim, stylish tone reminiscent of FFXVI's combat side.

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

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 26.2%, Action RPG 21.7%, RPG 9.8%, Third Person 9.6%, Fantasy 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Though less linear and cinematic, it shares FFXVI's dark fantasy atmosphere, powerful bosses, and sense of facing godlike threats.

Unite the Veilguard and defy the gods in Dragon Age™: The Veilguard, an immersive single-player RPG.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.9%, Fantasy 21.2%, RPG 15.7%, LGBTQ+ 13.2%, Magic 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It is another story-led fantasy action RPG with heavy emphasis on companions, cinematic quests, and world-threatening magical conflict.

Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.

Why similar: Action RPG 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, RPG 13.2%, Fantasy 10.7%, JRPG 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a darker fantasy world, satisfying action combat, and some of the best giant-monster battles on Steam.

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: JRPG 19.9%, Story Rich 13.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Action RPG 10.6%, Party-Based RPG 10.3%

After his assassination, the will of the late king decrees the next monarch to be elected by the people. Forge bonds and win over a kingdom divided in this award-winning fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat, party customization with powerful Archetypes, and hours of exploration.

Why similar: JRPG 27.2%, Action RPG 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Party-Based RPG 11.8%, Story Rich 10.1%

PlatinumGames’ universally acclaimed action masterpiece finally comes to PC. Experience the over-the-top stylish action in 60fps at unlocked HD resolutions. The definitive way to play: being bad never felt so good.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 50.3% ★, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.5%, Action 8.3%, Third Person 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: If FFXVI's spectacle-fighter DNA was your favorite part, Bayonetta is a top-tier showcase of stylish combo combat and outrageous boss encounters.

In the third game in the dark samurai action RPG series Nioh, you will need to use both Samurai and Ninja combat styles in your battles against formidable yokai as you explore a thrilling open field.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, JRPG 11.4%, Third Person 8.9%, Hack and Slash 8.7%

KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC) brings one chapter of the series to a close. Travel to exciting new Disney and Pixar worlds, and prepare for the final showdown.

Why similar: JRPG 20.5%, Action RPG 18.5%, RPG 9.9%, Emotional 9.3%, Action 6.7%

Final Fantasy XIII is a fantasy RPG in which a band of brave humans struggle against fate in the utopian sky city of Cocoon and the primeval world of Pulse. Follow stylish heroine Lightning's fast paced battles and high adventure in a mysterious new world.

Why similar: JRPG 40.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Fantasy 9.2%, Cinematic 9%, Story Rich 7.9%

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

Why similar: Action RPG 32.2%, JRPG 31.7%, RPG 14.3%, Action 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 4.2%

Lightning Returns is the concluding chapter of the Final Fantasy XIII saga and series heroine Lightning's final battle. The grand finale of the trilogy brings a world reborn as well as free character customization and stunning action based battles.

Why similar: JRPG 33.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, RPG 11.3%, Fantasy 11.3%, Action RPG 10%

Relive the most memorable moments from FFVII and experience the journey of a young hero Sephiroth in FINAL FANTASY VII EVER CRISIS.

Why similar: JRPG 27.6%, Party-Based RPG 17.4%, Cinematic 16.7%, RPG 9.4%, Magic 8.6%

KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is an HD remastered collection of 6 unforgettable KINGDOM HEARTS experiences. Take up your Keyblade to save the Disney worlds from darkness.

Why similar: JRPG 24.6%, Action RPG 11.2%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Emotional 9.3%, RPG 8%

Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.

Why similar: JRPG 47.6%, Story Rich 15.7%, RPG 11.8%, Third Person 11.5%, Atmospheric 6%

A third-person action RPG that brings to life the world of Gaia from the Anima: Beyond Fantasy RPG table-top books. Explore a deep and multifaceted story where your choices and actions directly impact the journey and decide the fate of the characters.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 24.3% ★, Action RPG 17%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Fantasy 7.2%, Third Person 6.8%

Start from zero and discover the newest entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series. Experience a story of restoration and retribution over the divine rings—an epic saga that unfolds across the realm of Orsterra.

Why similar: JRPG 39.6%, Party-Based RPG 24.9%, RPG 16%, Fantasy 5.5%, Emotional 4.4%

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: Action RPG 30.8%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Third Person 11.5%, Hack and Slash 9.8%, Story Rich 9%

In a world torn by war and political skirmishes, accept the burden of the Shepherd and fight human darkness to protect your world from Malevolence and reunite humans and Seraphim.

Why similar: JRPG 41.8%, Action RPG 15.8%, Fantasy 9.4%, RPG 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.3%

It is no longer about facing destiny. Create a new future and change the world! Now enhanced for Windows PC.

Why similar: JRPG 39.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.8%, Fantasy 10.5%, RPG 8.7%, Story Rich 7.9%

While imprisoned in Balduq, Adol is cursed and becomes a Monstrum. With his newfound powers, he must stop the Grimwald Nox from consuming the city.

Why similar: JRPG 35%, Action RPG 25.7%, Story Rich 10.6%, RPG 7.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%

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: Spectacle fighter 42.1% ★, Cinematic 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Hack and Slash 8.1%, Story Rich 7.9%

Avowed is a first-person fantasy RPG set in the world of Eora, where your choices carve a path through war, intrigue, and ancient mysteries. Navigate a land in turmoil, forge powerful alliances or deadly rivalries, and wield magic and steel to shape the fate of the Living Lands—and your own destiny.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.6%, Magic 16.3%, Story Rich 14%, Fantasy 13.9%, RPG 10.7%

It is a time of war. Galbadia, a Global Superpower, has declared war on Dollet, a country whose training academy is home to two personalities: the hot-headed Seifer and the 'lone wolf', Squall Leonhart. Both are equally at conflict with each other as their country is with Galbadia; to others, Squall appears lacking in team spirit, while...

Why similar: JRPG 54.7%, Great Soundtrack 13.2%, RPG 12.8%, Story Rich 8%, Fantasy 7.4%

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: Dark Fantasy 25.4%, Action RPG 24.8%, Story Rich 11.7%, Third Person 11.2%, RPG 6%

KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue features 3 magical experiences, all leading up to KINGDOM HEARTS III.

Why similar: JRPG 26.1%, Action RPG 22.1%, RPG 10.8%, Emotional 7.7%, Action 7.3%

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

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.8%, Cinematic 18.8%, Action 10.8%, Magic 9.5%, Third Person 8.9%

The original FINAL FANTASY VI comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the sixth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.

Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Emotional 13.9%, Party-Based RPG 12.5%, RPG 11.8%, Fantasy 10.1%

Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.

Why similar: JRPG 41.7%, Action RPG 15.1%, Story Rich 10.3%, RPG 9.6%, Fantasy 8.2%

A vast world awaits in the medieval, dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen. As a fabled Dark Crusader, embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. The final major update Version 2.5 is out now: features deadlier boss battles and all-new Veteran Mode.

Why similar: Action RPG 25.1%, Dark Fantasy 23%, Magic 12.9%, Story Rich 12.1%, Fantasy 10.2%

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."

Why similar: Action RPG 46.6%, Third Person 16.3%, RPG 16.2%, Action 7.9%, 3D 5.9%

Plunge into a dark fantasy Action-RPG, harnessing powerful magic alongside a satisfying combat system. When the tyrannical god, Adyr, invades the human realm seeking vengeance for his imprisonment, humanity calls upon an unlikely defender… a convicted sinner named Harkyn.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.8%, Action RPG 22.1%, RPG 10%, Fantasy 9.6%, Third Person 7.4%

Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 25.9%, Action RPG 20.7%, Party-Based RPG 16.9%, RPG 7.8%, Story Rich 7.1%

Join over 30 million adventurers worldwide and take part in an epic and ever-changing FINAL FANTASY. Experience an unforgettable story, exhilarating battles, and a myriad of captivating environments to explore.

Why similar: JRPG 24.8%, Action RPG 18.3%, Magic 10.6%, Fantasy 10.5%, Story Rich 9.8%