- #1 Half Sword
97% matchMostly Positive72% of 30,130 reviews2026
Dev: Half Sword GamesPub: Game Seer Publishing
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Swordplay 17%, Gore 12.3%, Fighting 11.1% ★, Physics 8.8%, 3D Fighter 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features deeply simulated physics-driven medieval combat where anatomical strikes and grappling determine victory.
- #2 Hellish Quart
96% matchVery Positive88% of 8,536 reviews2021
Dev: Kubold
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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: Swordplay 16.4%, Martial Arts 15.6% ★, Fighting 14.5% ★, 3D Fighter 14.2%, Historical 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers hyper-realistic 3D sword-fighting physics with historical fencing techniques and vulnerable vital points.
- #3 Toribash
96% matchVery Positive88% of 16,834 reviews2014
Dev: Nabi StudiosPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Toribash is an innovative free-to-play online turn-based fighting game where you’re able to design your own moves. Complete control over character's body, hundreds of game mods and bloody mess with full body dismemberment - you've never been able to annihilate your enemies like that before!
Why similar: Fighting 23.8% ★, 3D Fighter 22.8%, Martial Arts 12.4% ★, Gore 11.6%, Physics 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the same hardcore turn-based physics approach to dismembering opponents through precise joint manipulation.
- #4 Blade and Sorcery
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 62,254 reviews2024
Dev: WarpFrog
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Swordplay 24%, Moddable 21%, Fighting 13.2% ★, Gore 11.6%, Sandbox 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides sandbox physics-based medieval combat with incredible weapon handling and realistic gore interactions.
- #5 Die by the Blade
95% matchMixed60% of 166 reviews2024
Dev: Grindstone
Windows
Vanquish your foes with a single strike in 1v1 weapon-based fighter Die by the Blade. Dive into a samuraipunk world and wield a range of traditional Japanese weapons to determine your moveset. Outwit your opponent in intense, tactical battles and master the art of the one-hit kill!
Why similar: Swordplay 18%, 3D Fighter 14.9%, Martial Arts 14.7% ★, Fighting 14.5% ★, Gore 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Employs a one-hit-kill style lethality system where precise blade placement on vital areas is everything.
- #6 Exanima
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 13,988 reviews2015
Dev: Bare Mettle Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.
Why similar: Physics 46.4%, Medieval 37.6%, Simulation 6.6%, Action 5.1%, Singleplayer 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: Utilizes complex physics-based melee combat where every swing and blow relies entirely on momentum and positioning.
- #7 MORDHAU
93% matchMostly Positive80% of 113,265 reviews2019
Dev: Triternion
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 74.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
MORDHAU is a multiplayer medieval slasher. Create your mercenary and fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast paced combat, castle sieges, cavalry charges, and more.
Why similar: Swordplay 21.7%, Medieval 15.4%, Gore 14.5%, Fighting 12.7% ★, Multiplayer 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers intense multiplayer medieval slasher action with skill-based directional combat and brutal weapons.
- #8 First Cut: Samurai Duel
92% matchVery Positive88% of 2,077 reviews2024
Dev: Night Eyes Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Every strike is lethal in this blood-soaked sword fighting game. Slash, clash, parry, dodge and watch limbs fly. Choose your move carefully - the first cut is also the last.
Why similar: Martial Arts 19.2% ★, Swordplay 17.2%, Fighting 14.4% ★, Gore 11.7%, Hack and Slash 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-stakes, realistic blade combat where a single well-placed strike decides the match.
- #9 Gladio and Glory
91% matchVery Positive91% of 4,210 reviews2021
Dev: Adi Zhavo
Windows · Mac
Goofy Ragdolls and Physics Simulated duels that will challenge your tactics. Customise & Upgrade your Gladiator, dismember opponents in the arena and climb the Leaderboard. All for free!
Why similar: Swordplay 15.1%, Fighting 14.4% ★, Gore 12.2%, Physics 10.1%, Hack and Slash 10%
Why You'll Like It: Features chaotic physics-based gladiator combat loaded with deadly traps, weapons, and dismemberment.
- #10 We Who Are About To Die
90% matchVery Positive88% of 8,356 reviews2022
Dev: Jordy Lakiere
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The Ultimate Gladiator Simulator. Fight & strategize through spectacles and arenas. Rise from slave to Champion and earn your freedom or... die trying. This Gladiator RPG Roguelite features in-depth career management and unique physics simulated combat. Those who are about to die, I salute you!
Why similar: Swordplay 19.7%, Hack and Slash 10.9%, Historical 10.8%, Medieval 10.6%, Gore 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Puts you in the shoes of a gladiator managing career progression alongside physics-driven arena combat.
- #11 Absolver
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 14,825 reviews2017
Dev: SloclapPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Absolver is an online multiplayer combat game where players are placed behind the mask of a Prospect under control of the Guides, the new rulers of the fallen Adal Empire, who will determine your worth in joining their elite corps of Absolvers.
Why similar: Martial Arts 35% ★, Fighting 34.4% ★, Swordplay 10.9%, PvP 8.7%, Multiplayer 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Presents a deep martial arts combat system allowing players to build custom movesets and string fluid combos.
- #12 Chivalry 2
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 59,262 reviews2022
Dev: Torn Banner StudiosPub: Tripwire Presents
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 30.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Chivalry 2 is a multiplayer first person slasher inspired by epic medieval movie battles. Players are thrust into the action of every iconic moment of the era - from clashing swords, to storms of flaming arrows, to sprawling castle sieges and more.
Why similar: Swordplay 27.4%, Medieval 13%, Historical 12.1%, Hack and Slash 12%, Gore 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the gritty, chaotic essence of medieval warfare with visceral melee combat and heavy weapons.
- #13 Sifu
87% matchVery Positive92% of 28,937 reviews2023
Dev: Sloclap
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.
Why similar: Martial Arts 46.9% ★, Fighting 16.3% ★, Swordplay 14.3%, Gore 10%, Hack and Slash 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Demands master-level martial arts execution, precise striking, and careful spacing against relentless opponents.
- #14 Swordsman VR
89% matchMixed69% of 702 reviews2020
Dev: Sinn Studio Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Swordsman is a realistic sword-fighting game. Customize your warrior, battle different factions in epic arenas, and defeat powerful enemies to unlock their special boss weapons on your journey to save the world from evil.
Why similar: Swordplay 28.9%, Fighting 19% ★, Gore 12.7%, Hack and Slash 12%, Medieval 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Simulates realistic physics-based swordplay with armored opponents that require strategic strike placement.
- #15 Overgrowth
88% matchVery Positive81% of 9,102 reviews2017
Dev: Wolfire Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Feel like the star of a martial arts film in Overgrowth, as you jump, kick, throw, and slash your way to victory. Free the rabbits from their evil overlords in the main story, then play through the prequel story, and finally, try out nine years of mods developed by the community, or create your own!
Why similar: Martial Arts 27.3% ★, Fighting 18.4% ★, Moddable 16.1%, Gore 10.1%, Sandbox 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Uses procedural animation and advanced physics to create fluid, reactive martial arts and weapon combat.
- #16 Drunken Wrestlers 2
86% matchVery Positive87% of 18,781 reviews2019
Dev: Oleg SkuttePub: WAYONE GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Drunken Wrestlers 2 is a funny physics-based multiplayer fighting game. Features include character customization and a powerful mod editor integrated with Steam Workshop.
Why similar: Fighting 19.7% ★, Martial Arts 19.1% ★, 3D Fighter 15.7%, Moddable 14.1%, Physics 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Relies entirely on active ragdoll physics for unpredictable, physics-driven brawling mechanics.
- #17 Boreal Blade
86% matchMixed63% of 688 reviews2020
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Boreal Blade is a team-based melee fighting game with a focus on player vs player combat, combining reactive and tactical gameplay with extraordinary freedom to variate your attacks and develop your unique fighting style.
Why similar: Swordplay 31.1%, 3D Fighter 17.1%, Medieval 13.4%, Gore 10.8%, PvP 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers tactical, physics-based team fighting with heavy emphasis on weapon positioning and movement.
- #18 FOR HONOR™
85% matchMixed69% of 165,471 reviews2017
Dev: Ubisoft MontrealPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 58.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
For Honor is a groundbreaking team-based PvP melee fighting game where Knights, Samurai, Vikings, Wu Lin, and more clash in endless battles. Pick unique heroes and master intense 4v4, 2v2, or 1v1 battles.
Why similar: Medieval 33.4%, Swordplay 21.9%, Fighting 16.6% ★, Gore 6.6%, PvP 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical, weapon-based duels where reading your opponent's stance is vital for survival.
- #19 Paint the Town Red
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 32,646 reviews2021
Dev: South East Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Paint the Town Red is a chaotic first person melee combat game set in different locations and time periods. The voxel-based enemies can be punched, bashed, kicked, stabbed and sliced completely dynamically using almost anything that isn't nailed down.
Why similar: Fighting 32.2% ★, Gore 31.7%, Physics 13.3%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Sandbox 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features a detailed voxel-based gore and dismemberment system built around chaotic melee combat.
- #20 Battle Talent
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,276 reviews2023
Dev: Cydream
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Battle Talent is a challenging physics-based rogue-lite sword-fighting game, and now includes multiplayer mode, team up with friends to defeat enemies! You can create your own fighting style in a mega seamless procedural dungeon. With over 80 enemy variants, 100 weapons, and 60 perks.
Why similar: Swordplay 22.2%, Moddable 20.1%, Fighting 11.2% ★, Gore 10.8%, Hack and Slash 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines VR physics sandbox combat with challenging weapon handling and enemy dismemberment.
- #21 Griefhelm
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 315 reviews2020
Dev: Johnny Dale LonackPub: Thorrnet Publishing
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Griefhelm is an award-winning party game with lethal medieval weaponry. Skewer your friends, deflect their blows, and push your advantage in local and online multiplayer. Find some friends and cut off their heads!
Why similar: Swordplay 23.1%, Fighting 16.7% ★, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Medieval 11.2%, Hack and Slash 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical tactical dueling game focused on precise weapon placement and fatal medieval strikes.
- #22 SpiderHeck
81% matchVery Positive93% of 6,449 reviews2022
Dev: NeverjamPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Spiders with laser swords! Duel to the death against your friends or choose to team up and hold back swarms of savage enemies. Swing, stab and shoot with style, effortlessly performing movie-worthy parkour.
Why similar: Fighting 25.2% ★, Swordplay 24.2%, Local Multiplayer 16.3%, Physics 13.2%, PvP 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Employs chaotic physics-based movement and deadly weapon interactions in fast-paced combat.
- #23 GORN
81% matchVery Positive94% of 8,227 reviews2019
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%
GORN is a ludicrously violent VR gladiator simulator, made by Free Lives, the developers of Broforce and Genital Jousting.
Why similar: 3D Fighter 31.3%, Fighting 19.5% ★, Gore 18.3%, Swordplay 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A wildly exaggerated VR gladiator simulator featuring ridiculous physics and satisfying limb-severing combat.
- #24 Nidhogg 2
82% matchVery Positive81% of 1,335 reviews2017
Dev: Messhof
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%
The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The wurm cares not for chivalry.
Why similar: Fighting 30.4% ★, Local Multiplayer 22.7%, Swordplay 21.2%, Gore 9.1%, Multiplayer 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers intense, fast-paced fencing duels where every movement forward or backward is a high-stakes struggle.
- #25 Animal Revolt Battle Simulator
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,878 reviews2022
Dev: VDimension
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The ultimate physics-based, sandbox battle simulator where you can create funny battles between all sorts of ragdoll creatures! You can also make your own monsters with the unit creator or even join the battles yourself in the first-person mode!
Why similar: Moddable 24.9%, Fighting 22.3% ★, Gore 12.7%, Sandbox 12.3%, Physics 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: Showcases physics-driven sandbox action where creatures clash using simulated limbs and weights.
- #26 Toribash Next
82% matchMostly Negative38% of 383 reviews2024
Dev: Nabi StudiosPub: Nicalis
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Toribash Next is the sequel to Toribash, the award-winning turn-based sandbox fighting game, developed by Nabi Studios. More players and fighting, weapons and blood, and ultimately - more fun.
Why similar: Martial Arts 18.5% ★, Moddable 18.3%, 3D Fighter 16.9%, Swordplay 16.1%, Physics 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Modernizes the classic physics-based sandbox fighter with advanced ragdoll customization and multiplayer.
- #27 Knock'Em Out
79% matchVery Positive85% of 358 reviews2025
Dev: BBear StudioPub: Comuesp
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Fight with your whole body. If you lose an arm, it's just a scratch. If you lose the other, it's a flesh wound. If you lose your legs, headbutt them. LET'S FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT!
Why similar: Fighting 25.9% ★, 3D Fighter 21.5%, Gore 16.3%, Physics 14.5%, PvP 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A physics-heavy multiplayer party brawler focused on comedic ragdoll combat and ragdoll impacts.
- #28 Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
78% matchVery Positive88% of 298,242 reviews2022
Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Windows
Median: 62.4 hrsMean: 156.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 27.6%, Moddable 21.9%, Sandbox 15.2%, Historical 10.6%, Multiplayer 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Combines large-scale medieval strategy with directional, momentum-based melee combat.
- #29 Chivalry: Medieval Warfare
79% matchVery Positive83% of 65,320 reviews2012
Dev: Torn Banner Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Besiege castles and raid villages in Chivalry: Medieval Warfare, a fast-paced medieval first person slasher with a focus on multiplayer battles
Why similar: Medieval 29.4%, Swordplay 22.7%, Gore 17%, Multiplayer 10.3%, PvP 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: The classic first-person slasher that established skill-based directional medieval melee combat.
- #30 Kingdom Come: Deliverance
78% matchVery Positive84% of 186,182 reviews2018
Dev: Warhorse Studios
Windows
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 48.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Story-driven open-world RPG that immerses you in an epic adventure in the Holy Roman Empire. Avenge your parents' death as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Explore castles, forests, villages and other realistic settings in medieval Bohemia!
Why similar: Medieval 29.6%, Swordplay 29.5%, Historical 20.9%, Realistic 13.3%, Multiplayer 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features authentic, motion-captured historical sword combat based on real medieval fencing manuals.
- #31 GORN 2
76% matchVery Positive87% of 697 reviews2025
Dev: CortopiaPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Rejoice in the glory of battle in GORN 2, a massive sequel to Free Lives' brutal VR gladiator simulator.
Why similar: 3D Fighter 36%, Fighting 18.8% ★, Gore 15.2%, Medieval 9.3%, Combat 8.6%
- #32 BRUTALISTICK VR
76% matchVery Positive95% of 1,923 reviews2024
Dev: Kubunautilus
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The golden age of violent flash games now in your VR headset. Fully physics based combat with melee and firearms featuring copious amounts of blood, gore and destruction.
Why similar: Swordplay 31.2%, Physics 19.9%, Sandbox 17.2%, Gore 15.2%, Combat 6.9%
- #33 Gladius | Gladiator VR Sword fighting
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 302 reviews2022
Dev: VirtualAge
Windows
Gladius is an immersive VR sword fighting game set in ancient Rome. As a gladiator, you will choose your weapons, train against different enemies, and finally fight for your freedom in an epic battle against the mightiest warriors and mythical creatures of the time. Win the crowd and you will win your freedom.
Why similar: Swordplay 20.3%, Fighting 15.7% ★, 3D Fighter 12.6%, Gore 11.1%, Moddable 9.1%
- #34 Death Duel VR
77% matchMixed49% of 87 reviews2025
Dev: Dog VR Game
Windows
Experience True HEMA Combat in VR. Step beyond button mashing. Death Duel VR uses physics-based leverage to let you authentically execute historical European martial arts techniques against live opponents. Master real guards, leverage, and tactics in heart-pounding PvP duels to the death.
Why similar: Swordplay 22.1%, Martial Arts 20.9% ★, Historical 11.7%, Physics 9.3%, Medieval 9.1%
- #35 Hellsplit: Arena
75% matchVery Positive84% of 3,957 reviews2019
Dev: Deep Type Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 65%
VR horror-slasher with physically correct combat system and dynamic battles across arenas in the dark fantasy world.
Why similar: Swordplay 30.8%, Gore 21%, Moddable 16%, Medieval 12.7%, Sandbox 8.2%
- #36 Broken Edge
74% matchVery Positive85% of 676 reviews2022
Dev: TREBUCHET
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Broken Edge is a 1v1 VR fantasy sword fighting game where you embody iconic warriors in deadly duels. Claim victory in the arena as a fierce Samurai, a valiant Knight, an untamed Rōnin, or one of the 5 other fighters (and more to come)!
Why similar: Swordplay 19.9%, Martial Arts 17.5% ★, Fighting 17% ★, 3D Fighter 14.3%, Historical 11.2%
- #37 Clone Drone in the Danger Zone
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 39,636 reviews2021
Dev: Doborog Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Clone Drone in the Danger Zone is a robot voxel slice-em-up where any part of your body can be sliced off. With your mind downloaded into a robot gladiator, you must survive the sinister trials of the arena.
Why similar: Swordplay 32.3%, 3D Fighter 28.3%, Fighting 25.4% ★, Multiplayer 8%, Action 3.3%
- #38 Tales Of Glory
74% matchVery Positive80% of 1,094 reviews2020
Dev: BlackTale Games
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Tales Of Glory is setting a new standard for medieval melee fights, bringing best of both worlds by combining large scale battles and full physics one vs many combat, everything packed into a 30+ hours sandbox campaign
Why similar: Swordplay 27.4%, Fighting 20.1% ★, Gore 16.1%, Medieval 14.4%, Historical 8.2%
- #39 WuJiDaoRen
75% matchMixed47% of 146 reviews2023
Dev: indielight IncubatorPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
WuJiDaoRen is a physics-based fighting game, that can put you back into the classic Kung Fu films. Play as a mighty hero to challenge the most dangerous villains in the world and bring peace to the people.
Why similar: Martial Arts 20.3% ★, Fighting 18.5% ★, Swordplay 17.3%, Hack and Slash 9.2%, Physics 8.9%
- #40 Voor De Kroon
73% matchVery Positive87% of 711 reviews2022
Dev: Future Minimalism
Windows
Voor de Kroon is an immersive medieval strategy-action game with historically inspired arms and armor. Fight historical battles and command your troops from the front line or the RTS camera. Use the Warforge editor to reshape the entire game and build your own medieval campaigns.
Why similar: Swordplay 26.5%, Historical 16.9%, Medieval 16.8%, Gore 13.1%, Sandbox 12.5%
- #41 Ironlights
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 179 reviews2020
Dev: E McNeill
Windows
Ironlights is a VR dueling game with skillful, fluid melee combat. Parry, block, and strike down your opponents using a variety of physics-based weapons. Test your skills in multiplayer battles, or fight to the top of the league in the huge single-player campaign!
Why similar: Swordplay 24.7%, Martial Arts 21.4% ★, Fighting 17.3% ★, Medieval 10.2%, Physics 8.4%
- #42 Gang Beasts
70% matchVery Positive86% of 67,630 reviews2017
Dev: Boneloaf
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Gang Beasts is a silly multiplayer party game with surly gelatinous characters, brutal slapstick fight sequences, and absurd hazardous environments, set in the mean streets of Beef City.
Why similar: Fighting 25% ★, 3D Fighter 20%, Physics 15.1%, Local Multiplayer 14.5%, Multiplayer 10.1%
- #43 GoreBox
68% matchVery Positive84% of 25,476 reviews2023
Dev: F2Games
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 47.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
GoreBox is a chaotic physics-driven sandbox where creativity meets destruction. Use the Reality Crusher to spawn, manipulate, and obliterate anything. Customize, roleplay, or face devious creatures. In this world, your imagination rules, and chaos is your playground!
Why similar: Gore 36.7%, Sandbox 25.1%, Physics 22.9%, PvP 12.4%, Action 2.9%
- #44 Gladio
73% matchMixed53% of 51 reviews2018
Dev: 4188 Studios
Windows
Gladio is a first-person, hack n' slash, action game with parkour elements. Fight against multiple different enemy types across different levels, while managing your health along the way. Survive if you can...
Why similar: Swordplay 33.8%, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Sandbox 16.5%, Gore 13.5%, Combat 7.9%
- #45 Blade Symphony
72% matchMixed66% of 4,792 reviews2014
Dev: Puny Human
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Prove you are the world's greatest swordsman! Engage in tactical 1 vs. 1 sword fighting, 2 vs. 2, or sandbox FFA, or capture Control Points in a tactical slash-em-up.
Why similar: Fighting 43% ★, Swordplay 30.1%, Multiplayer 9%, Hack and Slash 7.9%, Action 4.8%
- #46 Kiai Resonance
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 221 reviews2015
Dev: Absorb Reality
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
One strike can end it all. Step into multiplayer samurai duels where precision, timing, and skill decide who survives. Hone your mastery through deadly challenges.
Why similar: Martial Arts 35.1% ★, Fighting 28% ★, Swordplay 23.9%, Simulation 6.6%, Action 4%
- #47 Gloria Victis: Medieval MMORPG
66% matchMixed68% of 12,038 reviews2026
Dev: gamigo US
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 26.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Gloria Victis is an MMORPG with an emphasis on realism, set in a low-fantasy medieval open world. Enjoy MMO with skill-based non-target combat, open PVP with territory control, deep crafting system and player-driven economy – all that served with beautiful graphics and an immersive atmosphere.
Why similar: Medieval 25.8%, Swordplay 22.2%, PvP 11.7%, Multiplayer 10.5%, Realistic 10.4%
- #48 Slice, Dice & Rice
71% matchMixed64% of 734 reviews2017
Dev: Dojo GamesPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Slice Dice & Rice is an indie fighting game with no health bars. Inspired by Bushido Blade, it revolves around the idea of finding an opening in opponents defense and ending the round with a single, clean hit.
Why similar: Fighting 46.4% ★, Gore 20.8%, Local Multiplayer 15.5%, Action 8.2%, Realistic 6.3%
- #49 Extremely Realistic Siege Warfare Simulator
70% matchMixed54% of 376 reviews2022
Dev: Screambox Studio
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Extremely Realistic Siege Warfare Simulator is a physics-based tactical strategy game where you must lead a military force in a fantasy medieval world. Build an army. Construct siege equipment. Experience epic battles. Lead your people to victory!!
Why similar: Moddable 25.3%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Physics 14.3%, Sandbox 14.1%, PvP 11.1%
- #50 People Playground
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 320,155 reviews2019
Dev: mestiezPub: Studio Minus
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 57.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.
Why similar: Moddable 30.8%, Gore 25.2%, Sandbox 20.6%, Physics 16.3%, Simulation 3.9%
- #51 DAVIGO: VR vs. PC
67% matchVery Positive86% of 1,406 reviews2023
Dev: Davigo Studio
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
DAVIGO is a VR vs. PC physics-based battle game. Become the GIANT in VR or a small KNIGHT on PC and fight your friends in local or online matches. KNIGHTS play for free with DAVIGO KNIGHT'S PASS.
Why similar: 3D Fighter 18.6%, Fighting 18.1% ★, Moddable 16.2%, Physics 11.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%
- #52 King of Bones
65% matchVery Positive85% of 331 reviews2025
Dev: Gluten Free Games
Windows
King of Bones is a fast-paced dinosaur fighting game with physics-driven skill-based combat. Dash, dodge, stomp, headbutt, and smash your way through multiple unique game modes and over two dozen unique species as you fight to dominate the arena.
Why similar: Fighting 24.8% ★, 3D Fighter 20.5%, Gore 13.9%, Physics 11.9%, Sandbox 10.7%
- #53 I, Gladiator
71% matchMixed63% of 171 reviews2015
Dev: Steel MonkeysPub: Next Dimension Game Adventures Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Based on the epic Gladiator movies and games of the past, I,Gladiator brings you the true feeling of gladiatorial combat. Punch them, kick them, hit them, stun them, impale them, dismember them, burn them, destroy them!
Why similar: Action 72.6%, Indie 27.4%
- #54 STAB STAB STAB!
69% matchVery Positive87% of 117 reviews2019
Dev: Sbug Games
Windows
STAB STAB STAB is a physics-based couch-multiplayer arena stabbing game for up to 8 players. Stab your friends until they pop in versus mode, or team up to defend yourselves against an unending horde of cronenbirds!
Why similar: Swordplay 25.2%, Gore 18.2%, Local Multiplayer 18%, Fighting 14.6% ★, Physics 13.7%
- #55 GLADIUM
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 84 reviews2021
Dev: Eirik Wiklund
Windows
Unforgiving boss fights. Gory pixels. Glorious fast-paced gladiatorial action-combat. Analyze your opponents weakness, adapt your strategy and colour the sands with the blood of your enemies.
Why similar: Fighting 34.9% ★, Historical 21.6%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Gore 12.6%, Combat 9.4%
- #56 Katana Kata
69% matchMixed68% of 73 reviews2020
Dev: Stas Shostak
Windows
Indie souls-like with innovative fight system where you practice your Katana on the path for endless improvement; again and again.
Why similar: Swordplay 28%, Fighting 19.9% ★, Historical 13.8%, Gore 11.4%, Hack and Slash 10.9%
- #57 SuperSmash: Physics Battle
67% matchVery Positive93% of 963 reviews2019
Dev: XINGXIAN NET
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
SuperSmash is a physics base multiplayer fighting game.Character is fully driven by physics engine,and there are lots of different weapons and maps.It will provide you totally different battle experience.
Why similar: Fighting 47.7% ★, Physics 27.7%, Multiplayer 13.2%, Action 7.5%, Indie 3.8%
- #58 Endorphin Vice
67% matchMixed57% of 3,601 reviews2022
Dev: Endorphin Studios
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Endorphin Vice is a physics-based sandbox game for exploring realistic gore and wound reactions. Customize your environment with tactically designed objects and gear. Play as a vigilante, using military tactics and tools to create and test various scenarios and effects.
Why similar: Gore 27%, Physics 21.7%, Sandbox 20.4%, Realistic 16.4%, Simulation 6.4%