Games Like God of War

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

Why similar: Mythology 25.4%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Story Rich 7.3%, Third Person 6.5%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is the closest possible match, directly continuing the same over-the-shoulder combat, Norse mythology, cinematic presentation, and father-son character arc.

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

Why similar: Open World 17.6%, Story Rich 13%, Souls-like 11.8%, Third Person 8.5%, Combat 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a similarly polished single-player journey with weighty melee combat, striking world exploration, and a serious, character-driven tone.

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: Mythology 41%, Souls-like 12.4%, Action RPG 8.3%, Story Rich 6.8%, Combat 6%

Why You'll Like It: Its mythological setting, cinematic boss fights, and heavy third-person melee combat make it feel very close to God of War's modern formula.

From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness. Set in the Viking age, a broken Celtic warrior embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover.

Why similar: Mythology 39.2%, Story Rich 14.4%, Third Person 8.4%, Violent 7.1%, Hack and Slash 7%

Why You'll Like It: Its dark mythological focus, intimate storytelling, and brutal close-quarters combat give it a lot of the same emotional and thematic pull.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is an action-adventure game in which you are a Viking warrior raised on tales of battle and glory. Explore a dynamic open world set in England’s Dark Ages. Raid your enemies and grow your settlement to earn your place among the gods in Valhalla.

Why similar: Mythology 36.2%, Open World 13.1%, Third Person 9.9%, Violent 9.4%, Story Rich 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its Norse setting, axe-driven combat, exploration, and mythic quests make it an easy fit for God of War fans.

The story of Cal Kestis continues in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™, a galaxy-spanning, third-person, action-adventure game.

Why similar: Souls-like 21%, Open World 16%, Third Person 14.1%, Story Rich 12.5%, Action 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is another cinematic third-person action adventure built around deliberate melee combat, traversal, progression, and semi-open exploration.

An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.

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: If you want more spectacle-heavy action anchored by huge godlike battles and a serious story, this hits many of the same notes.

Experience Aloy’s legendary quest to unravel the mysteries of a future Earth ruled by Machines. Use devastating tactical attacks against your prey and explore a majestic open world in this award-winning action RPG!

Why similar: Open World 26.7%, Story Rich 16%, Third Person 10.6%, Adventure 9.3%, RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same prestige single-player feel, with over-the-shoulder combat, exploration, upgrades, and a strong unfolding narrative.

A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.

Why similar: Souls-like 25.5%, Third Person 13%, Action 10.7%, Adventure 9.2%, Story Rich 9%

Why You'll Like It: It combines mythic fantasy, third-person melee and ranged combat, puzzle-solving, and an emotional adventure in a compact format.

In this action-adventure game, set sail for Ancient Greece to alter its fate. Fight in visceral battles on land and sea, shape your destiny from outcast to legend, and uncover secrets of your past.

Why similar: Mythology 37.5%, Open World 20.8%, Third Person 9%, RPG 7.7%, Story Rich 7%

Why You'll Like It: Its ancient-world setting, action-RPG progression, mythological creatures, and large-scale adventure appeal strongly to the same audience.

Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.

Why similar: Story Rich 26.3%, Third Person 18.6%, Emotional 14.6%, Violent 10.5%, Action 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: While less mythic, it offers a similarly intense character-focused journey built around a protective adult-child relationship and polished third-person encounters.

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: Third Person 15.6%, Emotional 12.6%, Story Rich 12.5%, Action RPG 11.4%, Combat 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This is a story-first third-person action game with a constant companion dynamic, supernatural enemies, and a mature emotional core.

Experience an epic open-world brought to life by the award-winning Nemesis System. Forge a new Ring of Power, conquer Fortresses in massive battles and dominate Mordor with your personal orc army in Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™.

Why similar: Open World 20.5%, Violent 10.1%, Hack and Slash 10%, Third Person 8.5%, Gore 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers brutal fantasy melee combat, strong power progression, and a dark epic tone that overlaps well with God of War.

A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title from Respawn. An abandoned Padawan must complete his training, develop new powerful Force abilities, and master the art of the lightsaber - all while staying one step ahead of the Empire.

Why similar: Souls-like 18.7%, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Open World 13.3%, Third Person 12.7%, Story Rich 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its mix of parry-based melee combat, platforming, puzzles, and cinematic storytelling makes it one of the closest mechanical alternatives.

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: Souls-like 30.5%, Open World 16.9%, Third Person 9.9%, Action RPG 9.2%, RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: For players who want weighty third-person combat, epic bosses, and mythic worldbuilding, this is an excellent if more demanding option.

Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.2%, Action 11.6%, Violent 11.3%, Third Person 11.2%, Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It follows a very similar third-person action-adventure rhythm of combat arenas, environmental puzzles, and apocalyptic mythology.

The ultimate DARKSIDERS II experience! 1080p native resolution. Reworked and tuned game balancing and loot distribution. Improved Graphic Render Engine for even higher visual quality, lighting and shadows. Improved and reworked level, character and environment graphics.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26%, Open World 13.9%, Action 10.1%, Third Person 8.5%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its blend of hack-and-slash combat, exploration, loot, puzzles, and god-scale fantasy adventure is a strong tonal and mechanical match.

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: Open World 26.8%, Story Rich 19.4%, RPG 12.1%, Third Person 8.9%, Fantasy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers another mature fantasy adventure full of monsters, meaningful story arcs, strong side content, and satisfying character growth.

Game of the Year - The Game Awards 2019 Best Action Game of 2019 - IGN Carve your own clever path to vengeance in the award winning adventure from developer FromSoftware, creators of Bloodborne and the Dark Souls series. Take Revenge. Restore Your Honor. Kill Ingeniously.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.1%, Open World 9.2%, Third Person 9.2%, Action 9%, Hack and Slash 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It trades RPG breadth for extremely sharp melee combat and memorable boss fights that scratch God of War's combat mastery itch.

Fight through Mordor and uncover the truth of the spirit that compels you, discover the origins of the Rings of Power, build your legend and ultimately confront the evil of Sauron in this new chronicle of Middle-earth.

Why similar: Open World 21.2%, Third Person 12.4%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Action 9.8%, Fantasy 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It is a slightly leaner but still very satisfying fantasy action game with brutal melee, exploration, and a strong sense of progression.

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

Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.6%, Action 16.6%, Violent 12.3%, Third Person 12.3%, Story Rich 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: If your favorite part of God of War was chaining together flashy weapon combos against monstrous enemies, this is a great combat-first alternative.

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Ultimate Edition is the complete edition of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, a dark and vivid new re-imagining of the Castlevania mythology. It is the end of days and ungodly powers isolate the Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.8%, Action 17.9%, Adventure 13.4%, Fantasy 8.3%, Third Person 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is one of the clearest God of War-style cinematic action games on Steam, with monsters, mythology, and big set-piece battles.

Return to an apocalyptic Earth in Darksiders III, a hack-n-slash Action Adventure where players assume the role of FURY in her quest to hunt down and dispose of the Seven Deadly Sins. The most enigmatic of the Four Horsemen, FURY must bring balance to the forces that now ravage Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.4%, Souls-like 17.3%, Open World 8.4%, Violent 7.9%, Action 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It leans more into dodge-and-counter combat, but its fantasy world, boss-focused progression, and third-person action still fit well.

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: Story Rich 25.6%, Hack and Slash 22.2%, Action 10.5%, RPG 10.4%, Violent 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its emotional storytelling, tragic tone, and action-RPG combat make it a strong pick for players who loved God of War's dramatic side.

A fierce struggle is taking place within Asgard, the realm of the Norse Gods.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.1%, Mythology 19.9%, Action 11.5%, Open World 9.4%, Third Person 9%

Why You'll Like It: It is an older and rougher pick, but its Norse myth setting and hack-and-slash battlefield action still line up with the same fantasy appeal.

Follow a gripping, surprise-filled journey as two dissimilar characters form an uneasy partnership in order to survive through a perilous, post-apocalyptic America. 150 years in the future, war and destruction have left the world in ruins with few humans remaining and nature having reclaimed the world.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.7%, Story Rich 21.3%, Action 15.2%, Third Person 14.4%, Adventure 13.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its companion-driven journey, climbing, melee combat, and emotional road-trip structure echo the relationship-focused side of God of War.

In solo or co-op, experience Reign of Sand, the ultimate version of Atlas Fallen. Ride the sands of a timeless land and defeat legendary monsters in spectacular Action-RPG combat using devastating powers.

Why similar: Action RPG 20%, Action 14.6%, Adventure 12%, Fantasy 11.2%, Exploration 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This third-person action-RPG focuses on stylish melee combat, traversal, and fighting godlike threats in a mythic world.

From games studio A44, makers of Ashen, comes an explosive Souls-lite, where Gods and guns collide in a battle for the future of humanity.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.6%, Souls-like 15.5%, Third Person 10.2%, Combat 9%, Action RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its premise of battling gods and monsters with a supernatural companion makes it a natural recommendation for mythic action fans.

Embark on a journey full of danger in this action RPG, inspired by Greek and Roman mythologies. Explore the breathtaking city of Aphes and forge your way through legions of unique foes and mythical bosses to discover the truth behind the city’s curse.

Why similar: Mythology 27.9%, Souls-like 14.5%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Story Rich 9.8%, Action RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This myth-inspired third-person action-RPG delivers exploration, dodging, upgrading, and boss fights in a fantasy setting.

Ride and fight into a deadly, post pandemic America. Play as Deacon St. John, a drifter and bounty hunter who rides the broken road, fighting to survive while searching for a reason to live in this open-world action-adventure game.

Why similar: Open World 37%, Story Rich 14.7%, Third Person 12.2%, Violent 9.1%, Action 7.8%

Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world.

Why similar: Open World 20.9%, Fantasy 10.7%, Story Rich 10.6%, Third Person 9.6%, RPG 9%

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: Hack and Slash 42.9%, Story Rich 15.2%, RPG 12.4%, Open World 10.9%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly dramatic blend of fast melee action, memorable bosses, and a story that balances spectacle with emotion.

Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde Gang are outlaws on the run. With federal agents and bounty hunters massing on their heels, the gang must rob, steal, and fight their way across the rugged heartland in order to survive.

Why similar: Open World 31%, Story Rich 23.2%, Action 9.6%, Third Person 9.2%, Adventure 9%

Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.

Why similar: Mythology 47.2%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, Story Rich 10.3%, Action 6.6%, RPG 5.5%

Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. In the slaughter that ensued, the demonic forces defeated the heavenly hosts and laid claim to the Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.9%, Action 15.4%, Third Person 14.9%, Adventure 9.7%, Fantasy 6%

Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you.

Why similar: Gore 30%, Violent 28.3%, Action 16.3%, Story Rich 10.7%, Singleplayer 5.8%

A brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally-generated purgatory inspired by viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s patronage!

Why similar: Mythology 40%, Open World 22.3%, Third Person 10.9%, Exploration 7.2%, Action 6%

If war is the closest we get to hell on earth, it's because Earth harbours the worst of demons: humankind. In an isolated country ravaged by infighting, discover the secrets of your past and deal with the repercussions of a mysterious calamity.

Why similar: Souls-like 17.1%, Third Person 11.8%, Story Rich 11.4%, Violent 8.7%, Action 8%

In Blood of Mehran, explore sweeping sand dunes, bustling bazaars and sprawling palaces. Go blade to blade with enemies, pick them off from a distance with your arrows, or slip by them like a ghost. Level up and build your legend.

Why similar: Mythology 25.9%, Hack and Slash 14%, Story Rich 9.5%, Third Person 8.3%, Action RPG 7.9%

Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.

Why similar: Third Person 20.8%, Emotional 15.8%, Action 12.9%, Adventure 11.8%, Exploration 10.5%

Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.5%, Violent 11.7%, Hack and Slash 10%, RPG 7.4%, Action 7.2%

The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without.

Why similar: Mythology 49.4%, Story Rich 17%, Third Person 9.8%, Action 6.2%, Adventure 5.3%

After the events of Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, teenage Miles Morales is adjusting to his new home while following in the footsteps of his mentor, Peter Parker, as a new Spider-Man. When a fierce power struggle threatens to destroy his home, Miles must take up the mantle of Spider-Man and own it

Why similar: Open World 29.1%, Action 14.1%, Third Person 12.8%, Story Rich 11.1%, Combat 10.3%

Immortals Fenyx Rising brings grand mythological adventure to life. Play as Fenyx on a quest to save the Greek gods.

Why similar: Mythology 35.7%, Open World 12.2%, Third Person 9%, Action RPG 7.5%, RPG 6.2%

Rewrite fate with every strike. Face gods, mythic heroes, and legendary beasts in this souls-like Action RPG set in ancient Greece. Master brutal combat, unlock divine skills, and shape Achilles into the warrior only you can become.

Why similar: Mythology 30.4%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Souls-like 12.6%, Open World 8.9%, Combat 7.6%

Viking Vengeance is a God-Worshiping Rogue-lite Dungeon Crawler ARPG set in a historical fiction world. You play as a Templar with pagan origins who rediscovers his roots and learns to wield the powers of the Norse Gods in his quest to change the destiny of his people and stop Ragnarok.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.2%, Mythology 20.2%, Action RPG 10%, RPG 9.6%, Action 9.5%

Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.

Why similar: Souls-like 17.9%, Violent 15.4%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Gore 10.3%, Combat 10.1%

Follow the grim tale of young Amicia and her little brother Hugo, in a heartrending journey through the darkest hours of history.

Why similar: Story Rich 33.1%, Third Person 14.5%, Adventure 12.8%, Violent 10.6%, Emotional 8%

A vibrant blend of survival and action RPG for 1-10 players! Craft legendary items, grow your home base and embark on an epic journey through procedural realms to face towering creatures hel-bent on unleashing Ragnarök. Valhalla can wait, Einherjar!

Why similar: Mythology 44.4%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action RPG 14.1%, Action 7.6%, PvE 6.8%

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: Mythology 23.1%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Action 11.2%, Action RPG 10.7%, RPG 10.6%

Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.

Why similar: Mythology 39.7%, Emotional 9.5%, Third Person 9.4%, Gore 9.1%, Story Rich 8.2%

Ashen is an action RPG about a wanderer in search of a place to call home.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.6%, Open World 11.9%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Action RPG 10.4%, Third Person 9%

In Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, the worlds of Peter Parker and Spider-Man collide in an original action-packed story. Play as an experienced Peter Parker, fighting big crime and iconic villains in Marvel’s New York. Web-swing through vibrant neighborhoods and defeat villains with epic takedowns.

Why similar: Open World 25.9%, Story Rich 17.7%, Third Person 13.1%, Combat 12.8%, Action 11.1%

The hit RPG returns! Remastered with stunning visuals and refined gameplay Re-Reckoning delivers intense, customizable RPG combat inside a sprawling game world.

Why similar: Open World 15.1%, RPG 12.8%, Action RPG 12.2%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Action 8.7%

Rule the god of thunder and challenge all the gods of the nine realms! In this Rogue-like, hack and slash game, develop your strategy and skills, subject all the gods who challenge you to your wrath, and become the only god of the universe.

Why similar: Mythology 53.8%, Hack and Slash 21.7%, Action 17.2%, 3D 3.9%, Singleplayer 3.4%

In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.4%, Action 16.8%, Third Person 11.7%, Gore 7.7%, Adventure 6%

“Ryse: Son of Rome” tells the story of Marius Titus, a young Roman soldier who witnesses the murder of his family at the hands of barbarian bandits, then travels with the Roman army to Britannia to seek revenge.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.3%, Action 13.5%, Third Person 12.5%, Gore 10%, Open World 8.5%

Experience the critically acclaimed Horizon Zero Dawn™ with stunning new visuals and upgraded features. In a far future where colossal machines roam the Earth, pockets of humanity survive in unique tribes among the lush, overgrown ruins of our long-lost civilization.

Why similar: Open World 25.1%, Third Person 21.4%, Story Rich 18.9%, Emotional 10.5%, Action 10.1%