Games Like FORCED: Slightly Better Edition

The classic Gauntlet 4-player co-op action gameplay returns in a completely new experience! Battle the endless hordes of foes as you and your friends fight for treasure and glory via both local and online co-op multiplayer. Invade the Darkness!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.8%, Co-op 19.1%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, 4 Player Local 11.6%, Online Co-Op 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This classic dungeon crawler offers the same top-down, four-player arena-based combat and class-based synergy as FORCED.

A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.5%, Co-op 16.3%, Online Co-Op 12%, Hack and Slash 9.8%, RPG 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a similar retro-inspired, top-down dungeon crawling experience with a heavy emphasis on co-op survival.

From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.5%, Co-op 20.1%, 4 Player Local 17.9%, Online Co-Op 9.4%, RPG 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game demands high levels of team coordination and tactical positioning, mirroring the puzzle-heavy combat of the seed game.

Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.

Why similar: Co-op 23.3%, Online Co-Op 14.7%, Local Co-Op 14.3%, 4 Player Local 8.3%, Multiplayer 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: The complex spell-casting system and high-intensity co-op action create a similar feeling of chaotic, skill-based teamwork.

Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.

Why similar: Co-op 25.5%, Local Co-Op 24.7%, Online Co-Op 12%, Multiplayer 9.4%, RPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-roguelike that captures the beat-em-up intensity and local co-op fun of the seed game.

Nine Parchments is a co-operative blast'em up game of magic mayhem from Frozenbyte, creators of the Trine series!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.8%, 4 Player Local 22.5%, Co-op 13.2%, Online Co-Op 12%, Action RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features chaotic, spell-based co-op combat that requires players to manage friendly fire and tactical positioning.

Victor Vran is the isometric action-RPG where your skill is just as essential as your character build and gear. Experience intense combat action: dodge, jump and unleash powerful skills to finish off your enemies!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.2%, Co-op 15.9%, Action RPG 13.5%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, RPG 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers fluid, top-down action combat with a focus on mobility and skill-based character builds.

Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.2%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Online Co-Op 14.4%, Co-op 12.8%, Multiplayer 11%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative-driven action-RPG features deep co-op mechanics and challenging combat encounters that require players to work together.

Deckbuilding empowers this challenging bullet hell adventure! Each character is a unique experience: Choose a deck of unlockable cards to boost you in new ways every battle - "My whirlwind shoots fireballs!?". Battle hordes of brutal foes to become a superstar in C-SAR’s ever-changing game show.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.7%, Difficult 18.1%, RPG 15%, Action RPG 10.8%, Top-Down 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: As a direct spin-off, it retains the tactical combat and trial-based structure while adding deckbuilding elements.

HELLDIVERS™ is a hardcore, cooperative, twin stick shooter. As part of the elite unit called the HELLDIVERS, players must work together to protect SUPER EARTH and defeat the enemies of mankind in an intense intergalactic war.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.1%, Co-op 20.7%, Online Co-Op 19.7%, 4 Player Local 14.4%, Multiplayer 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This squad-based top-down shooter emphasizes tactical coordination and friendly fire, making it a perfect fit for fans of difficult co-op.

Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.4%, 4 Player Local 18.3%, Co-op 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Online Co-Op 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential 4-player local co-op beat-em-up that shares the same arcade-style energy and accessibility.

A COMMUNITY CREATED Hack'n Slash RPG where players can team up and tackle exciting adventures made by other community members in our in-game Adventure Construction Kit - It's DIABLO meets LITTLE BIG PLANET!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23%, Hack and Slash 20.5%, Co-op 19.5%, RPG 15.3%, Multiplayer 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features a heavy focus on user-created dungeons and co-op hack-and-slash gameplay.

TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.3%, 4 Player Local 21.1%, Local Multiplayer 20.1%, Co-op 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: An incredibly tight local co-op experience that focuses on arena-based combat and quick reflexes.

Bravery and Greed is a beat 'em up, roguelite, dungeon brawler for up to four players. Choose from four classic fantasy classes, engage in a deep robust combat system, and play a variety of co-operative and competitive game modes with friends via local, online or both. Get rich, or die trying!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.1%, Local Co-Op 18.5%, Multiplayer 13%, Co-op 9.8%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, dungeon-brawling roguelite that emphasizes local co-op and chaotic combat encounters.

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: Local Co-Op 19.1%, 4 Player Local 16.9%, Online Co-Op 11.5%, Co-op 11%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that offers a challenging, cooperative experience similar to classic tabletop RPGs.

Sacred 3 is an arcade Hack ‘n’ Slash game for up to 4 players. Choose a hero and fight cooperatively against the rise of evil. Victory is Ours. Glory is Mine.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.3%, Co-op 19.4%, RPG 13.8%, Local Co-Op 13.6%, Action 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style hack-and-slash game designed specifically for cooperative play in a fantasy setting.

Take on wild beasts, ruthless soldiers, and ancient gods in this 2D Action-Platformer inspired by Tower-Defense combat.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.3%, Co-op 19.6%, RPG 13.4%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It uniquely blends action-platforming with tower defense, requiring the same kind of tactical planning found in FORCED's puzzles.

Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 37%, Multiplayer 21.4%, Action RPG 11.4%, RPG 11.1%, PvE 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines action-RPG elements with tactical tower defense, demanding constant team communication.

Bound By Blades is an Indie Action-RPG with a focus on intense boss battles. Experience the thrill of Boss Rushes with the wholesomeness of a cozy Indie RPG as you confront ferocious foes, collect loot, and craft epic gear to fortify yourself for the challenges ahead, solo or in 2 player co-op!

Why similar: Co-op 19.3%, Online Co-Op 15.6%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Difficult 10.2%, RPG 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush focused action-RPG that emphasizes co-op combat and learning enemy patterns.

Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.3%, Online Co-Op 19.5%, Co-op 16.6%, Difficult 16.5%, Action 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This difficult action-platformer features scaling challenges that are best tackled with a coordinated team.

Co-operative top-down shooter game available for free. An epic bug hunt featuring a unique blend of co-op play and squad-level tactics.

Why similar: Co-op 54.3%, PvE 24.9%, Top-Down 20.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical, top-down squad shooter that requires precise coordination to survive waves of enemies.

Adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! Will you become a hero of legend?

Why similar: Local Co-Op 15.8%, Hack and Slash 14%, 4 Player Local 11.4%, Co-op 10.2%, Online Co-Op 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the dungeon-crawler genre with a strong focus on PvE co-op and character progression.

Choose between seven hero classes, each with unique capabilities. Brave hordes of deadly creatures alone, or band together with your noblest of champions in co-op mode available both online and locally. Take on the challenges in three different campaigns, or build your own custom scenario.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.6%, RPG 17.1%, Co-op 16.2%, Online Co-Op 11.5%, Action RPG 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A polished update to the original dungeon crawler that refines the co-op experience for modern players.

Crash-land in the psychedelic world of Super Cane Magic ZERO, a local co-op Action RPG for 1 to 4 players! Immerse yourself in the mind-bending Story Mode or pummel your friends in 8 local Battle Arenas. Smash! Loot! Eat Rocks! Fight a really big fridge!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.1%, 4 Player Local 23.1%, Co-op 14.9%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, 4-player local co-op action game that shares the chaotic, top-down perspective of the seed game.

Hero Siege is a fast paced Pixel Art ARPG featuring an expansive roster of unique classes, deep build experimentation, and a player driven economy.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, Co-op 13.9%, Action RPG 9.5%, RPG 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features arena-style combat and roguelite elements that keep the gameplay loop fresh and difficult.

Brigands is a “top-down hack and slash / beat 'em up adventure” game set in a medieval fantasy world. A local co-op game for casual gamers who like high intensity challenges for short periods of time. You can play from 1 to 4 players on a single computer.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 20.2%, Local Co-Op 16.7%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Co-op 10.7%, Action RPG 8.4%

Become the ultimate shapeshifter in this hack n’ slash ARPG with action-based combat. Transform seamlessly and customize both your human and beast powers as you level up, find new gear and DNA-strands. Venture out solo or in co-op to uncover the secrets sealed inside a legendary city.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.5%, Online Co-Op 12.6%, Co-op 11.8%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 34.7%, Difficult 28.2%, Co-op 12.2%, RPG 8.6%, Indie 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It introduces a unique rhythm-based tactical combat system that requires players to stay in sync.

Take on the hard yet fair world of Bloody Trapland. Jump, slide, dash and dodge your way through the many deadly levels. Find secrets, solve puzzles, unlock mysteries and unravel the story. Go at it alone or bring your friends along for a co-op experience like no other. 1-4 players online and/or splitscreen.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 23.3%, Local Co-Op 18.9%, Co-op 16.9%, Online Co-Op 14.5%, Difficult 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult, puzzle-platforming co-op game that tests the communication and timing of all players involved.

Knight Squad is an insane 1 to 8 players chaotic arena friendship destroyer. Take on current friends and future frenemies in any of the incredibly fun game modes, ranging from Last Man Standing to Medieval soccer. All of that using only weapons from the Middle Ages… and laser guns… and miniguns.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 23%, Local Co-Op 21.7%, Co-op 12.9%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Difficult 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, competitive, and cooperative arena game that is perfect for local multiplayer sessions.

SWORN is a 1-4 player co-op action rogue-like. Explore and reclaim a fallen Camelot from the reign of a corrupted Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table.

Why similar: Co-op 22%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Online Co-Op 18%, Difficult 14.1%, RPG 9.5%

Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 25.7%, Hack and Slash 15%, Difficult 11.5%, Online Co-Op 10.7%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%

Bloody Trapland is a fast-paced multiplayer platformer where the levels are filled with dozens of dangerous traps and tricky jumps that stand in your way! Play co-op with your friends or take on the challenges on your own. With support for up to 4 players at once, local and/or online.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.6%, Online Co-Op 17.2%, 4 Player Local 16.8%, Difficult 10.6%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%

Do you have what it takes to survive the Realms of Ancient War?Take control of a fearsome Warrior, a powerful Wizard or a Rogue, and plunge into a grand quest full of action!Key Features:The explosive Hack’n’Slash (action/role-playing game) R.A.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.3%, Hack and Slash 21.7%, RPG 20.2%, Co-op 11%, Action 9.3%

ibb & obb is a two player cooperative game set in a puzzle filled world where gravity goes both up and down. You can only succeed by working closely together. Find a friend for some true local co-op couch fun or match up online.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.2%, Co-op 28.9%, Online Co-Op 17.4%, Puzzle 7.2%, Multiplayer 5.6%

A fantasy beat-em-up that focuses on crunchy and satisfying combat. We captured the spirit of some of the best classic beat-em-ups, melding them into one memorable experience. Fight solo or with up to 4 players cooperative multiplayer!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.1%, 4 Player Local 15.6%, Online Co-Op 15.1%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Multiplayer 9.2%

Embark on a thrilling co-op adventure in 'Brave Escape,' a challenging platformer demanding teamwork to conquer perilous traps and treacherous terrain.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25%, Co-op 18%, Difficult 16.1%, Online Co-Op 14.6%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%

Deep Dark Dungeon is a rogue-lite action game in which the player dives into the deep, dark depths of various dungeons filled with bad-tempered monsters that will attack them on sight.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.8%, 4 Player Local 15.2%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, RPG 9.6%, Co-op 9.5%

The world has been thrown into chaos, and it's up to you and your friends to battle the corrupted beasts of the Rotwood. Upgrade your gear, choose your preferred weapon, and hone your skills to defend your safe haven.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.8%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Co-op 14.5%, Online Co-Op 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%

Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.8%, Co-op 17.9%, Online Co-Op 14.7%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Multiplayer 8.6%

Explore the enigmatic Tor Eternum with up to 10 friends in this frenetic online co-op action RPG. Customize your character as you level up, explore the halls of the Tower, and overcome billions of different procedurally generated bosses.

Why similar: Co-op 17.4%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Online Co-Op 14.5%, Difficult 11%, RPG 9.1%

Sharpen your axe, string your bow, brew your potions! Ancaria needs heroes like you. Grab your friends to join the resistance!The once peaceful land of Ancaria is in grave danger. The evil Ashen empire has enslaved its population and is using the orc-like Grimmoc to wipe out the Seraphim, who swore to protect it.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.6%, Co-op 17.6%, Action 10.8%, Online Co-Op 10.2%, Local Multiplayer 6.3%

No Time, you must save the kingdom from demons. Kill all monsters and Stop the Arch Demon! The Salvation of the kingdom lies in your hands.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 23.2%, Local Co-Op 21%, Co-op 10.3%, RPG 9.8%, Online Co-Op 9.1%

Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.

Why similar: Co-op 32.2%, Online Co-Op 16.5%, Multiplayer 14.4%, RPG 13.1%, Hack and Slash 8.3%

DuneCrawl is an open world action-adventure game, where you take to the sandy seas atop a gigantic crustacean festooned with black powder cannons. Play as a solo Crab Keeper, or with a crew of up to three other friends in local and online coop.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.4%, 4 Player Local 17.7%, Co-op 13%, Online Co-Op 12.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%

Welcome to Streets of Red: Devil's Dare Deluxe, the permadeath multiplayer horror beat'em up that bestows players with the skills of retro gaming heroes in a fight against a legion of undead monstrosities. The chills, thrills, bills, and opportunity to learn new skills won't stop until every street runs red with blood!

Why similar: 4 Player Local 24%, Local Co-Op 20.3%, Co-op 12.6%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Action 7.6%

BFF or Die is a cozy/crazy couch co-op puzzle-action game for one to four players. As time traveling aliens you’re sent on a risky rescue mission to Earth! Use your gadgets collaboratively to overcome danger and survive as a team.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.5%, 4 Player Local 21.5%, Difficult 14.2%, Co-op 12.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%

Blightbound is a multiplayer dungeon crawler that tasks three heroes to venture down from their mountain refuge to face the abominations of the Blight - a mysterious and corrupting fog that enshrouds the land.

Why similar: Co-op 21.7%, RPG 15.4%, Hack and Slash 12%, Multiplayer 10.3%, Online Co-Op 8.1%

Shrine's Legacy is a SNES-era inspired, 16-bit RPG set in the magical world of Ardemia. Follow a pair of heroes as they try to unite the elements of magic, restore the Sword of Shrine, and save the world in both single player and couch/local co-op action.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.3%, Co-op 14.2%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%, Multiplayer 7.3%

Hack and slash? Check. Twin-stick-shooter? Check. 4 player coop to slay hordes of aliens & bosses with your friends? Check. Skills, upgrades, weapons, gears, talismans and more to make you stronger? Check. Wake up, bounty hunter. We have a mission for you. Time to clean up the scum of the galaxy.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.2%, Co-op 19.1%, Online Co-Op 16.3%, Action 15%, RPG 7.5%

In Machina Blade what matters the most is your skill. Choose a character and fight your way through hordes of Machinas in this short game with up to four players on local co-op.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 41.4%, Hack and Slash 23.8%, Co-op 12.8%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Action 6.7%

Dodge enemies' attacks, activate lethal traps and customize your hero in StormEdge. Brace yourself for the dangerous Elemental Storms that will put your skills to the test!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.6%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Difficult 13.8%, Co-op 13.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%

Biped 2 is a coop action adventure game with a strong focus on moment-to-moment collaboration alone or between 2 or 4 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.5%, 4 Player Local 19.1%, Co-op 15.2%, Online Co-Op 10.2%, Difficult 10.1%

Build your team of mechanics and work together to repair and deliver as many cars as possible before the time runs out! Playable with up to 4 players, locally or online, Mechanic Heroes will make you love mechanics or simply hate your friends.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.7%, 4 Player Local 19.9%, Online Co-Op 13.8%, Co-op 12%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%

Action roguelike for 1-4 players with cute graphics and deep game mechanics. Combine dozens of different weapons, magic items, potions and spells with unique effects to beat 8 enemy factions and 28 bosses. Can you find the ancient goblin artifact at the end of the dungeon?

Why similar: 4 Player Local 23.9%, Local Co-Op 19%, Online Co-Op 15.6%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Co-op 9.9%

Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.4%, 4 Player Local 15.2%, Co-op 14%, Difficult 13.6%, Hack and Slash 10.8%

Never Split the Party is an ultra social rogue-like! You're one of four adventurers joining together to explore a procedurally generated dungeon, amass powerful upgrades, and cooperate with your fellow adventures to conquer and crush the evil dungeon champions!

Why similar: Difficult 24.4%, Co-op 16.1%, Multiplayer 13.7%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Online Co-Op 12.3%

With BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition, experience the multi-award-winning action adventure like never before - redesigned for Steam.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.7%, Co-op 14.2%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Difficult 9.9%, 4 Player Local 8.9%