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Games Like Hands of Necromancy

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include First-Person, FPS, Shooter, Boomer Shooter.

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Hands of Necromancy is a Dark Fantasy FPS metroidvania, inspired by classics such as Heretic and made with the GZDoom engine. Wield weapons, magic or transform into a fearsome monster to slay your foes, then raise them as undead servants and unleash even more carnage to become a master Necromancer!

Reviews: Very Positive — 84% — of 393 reviews
Released: 2022-06-20
Developer: HON Team
Publisher: Fulqrum Publishing
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 1.8 hrs
Mean playtime: 3.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 66%

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    97% matchVery Positive86% of 118 reviews2024
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    Hands of Necromancy II is a dark fantasy FPS sequel, inspired by classics such as Heretic and Doom. Choose from two characters, wield new weapons and learn even more powerful spells and transformations to prove once and for all that you are the supreme Necromancer, master of death itself!

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  2. #2 AMID EVIL
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 7,565 reviews2019
    Dev: IndefatigablePub: New Blood Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    A retro FPS for the ages! Once branded a HERETIC. Now YOU have been chosen as our champion! Reclaim our sacred weapons. Take back our ancient lands. If you can stand... AMID EVIL.

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  3. #3 Dread Templar
    96% matchVery Positive82% of 1,687 reviews2023
    Dev: T19 GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
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    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Dread Templar is a fast-paced hardcore old-school FPS, combining classic 90s shooter and modern FPS elements. Unlock and combine dozens of weapon upgrades and skills, embrace the Dread Force and obliterate hordes of fiendish enemies. Become the scariest thing in hell and get your revenge!

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    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,238 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Death is only the beginning. Crawl from your grave and gear up to fight your way through the ranks of a mysterious and twisted cult. You, your guns, and your dynamite will have to shoot, slide, blast, duck, dodge, and maybe throw a gib or two to survive in this old-school-inspired shooter.

    Why similar: Boomer Shooter 45.6%, FPS 14.4%, Shooter 8.8%, Old School 7.6%, First-Person 5.2%

  5. #5 Heretic + Hexen
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,741 reviews2025
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    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Step into the definitive re-release of two dark spell-casting shooters that shaped the genre. This enhanced restoration makes Heretic™ + Hexen™ available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.

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    94% matchVery Positive91% of 1,933 reviews2019
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    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Zan and her orc sisters must fight to save their homeland from a demonic invasion! Immerse yourself in a sprawling underground world where the rich lore, exploration and puzzles of classic adventure games blend with the visceral combat of a 90s' shooter.

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  7. #7 DUSK
    93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 24,919 reviews2018
    Dev: David SzymanskiPub: New Blood Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    92% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,895 reviews2024
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    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Blast, slice and shred through your enemies in this hardcore FPS inspired by the icons of the '90s, powered by the legendary Quake-1 Tech. Taking place in a realm left to rot, take up arms, unearth long-forgotten secrets and hunt down the Guardians of the Old World.

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  9. #9 Project Warlock
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 6,019 reviews2018
    Dev: Buckshot SoftwarePub: Retrovibe
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Project Warlock is a first-person shooter that fans of Doom, Hexen, and Wolfenstein cannot miss. It serves you an exploding cocktail of bullets, spells, and monsters. Battle through 60 levels of non-stop action, packed with bloodthirsty enemies and challenging bosses.

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  10. #10 Nightmare Reaper
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 3,713 reviews2022
    Dev: Blazing Bit Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%

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  11. #11 Wizordum
    89% matchVery Positive93% of 758 reviews2025
    Dev: Emberheart GamesPub: Apogee Entertainment
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    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    Wizordum is a retro FPS that puts you in the role of a Mage on a quest to track down the source of Chaos. With a wide arsenal of spells and magic items, battle your way through the world of Terrabruma in this unique blend of classic 90s shooters and modern gaming elements.

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    89% matchVery Positive83% of 2,193 reviews2024
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    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Embark on a journey into the darkest nightmares to restore your sanity. Blast your way through hordes of possessed enemies, unlock an arsenal of deadly weapons and unearthly abilities, and get ready to face even more Lovecraftian madness in this action-packed FPS sequel.

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  13. #13 Hellbound
    90% matchMixed64% of 1,496 reviews2020
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    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Windows
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    82% matchVery Positive92% of 8,026 reviews2022
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    83% matchVery Positive91% of 987 reviews2021
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    Dev: Fatbot Games, s. r. o.
    Windows

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    Windows · Linux
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    80% matchVery Positive87% of 1,005 reviews2025
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    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 56%

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    Windows
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    79% matchMixed68% of 376 reviews2023
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    Windows
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    77% matchVery Positive87% of 216 reviews2024
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    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 41%

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    76% matchVery Positive97% of 103 reviews2024
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    76% matchVery Positive92% of 575 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 40%

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    75% matchVery Positive92% of 60 reviews2025
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    74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,277 reviews2023
    Dev: Spytihněv
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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    73% matchVery Positive93% of 268 reviews2024
    Dev: Gator ShinsPub: Hellforge Studios
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    COVEN is a hyper-violent retro FPS where your path of vengeance will take you across time and space. Destroy your enemies and eat their flesh.

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  36. #36 GRAVEN
    75% matchMixed54% of 1,475 reviews2024
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    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%

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    74% matchVery Positive88% of 481 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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    71% matchVery Positive91% of 1,310 reviews2025
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    73% matchVery Positive84% of 448 reviews2022
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    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%

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    72% matchVery Positive93% of 6,682 reviews2019
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    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 729 reviews2024
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    Windows

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    70% matchVery Positive81% of 140 reviews2024
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    Windows

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  44. #44 Nightmare of Decay
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,249 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%

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    68% matchVery Positive82% of 5,864 reviews2024
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    Windows
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  46. #46 ARKOS
    71% matchVery Positive82% of 203 reviews2021
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    69% matchVery Positive92% of 297 reviews2023
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    Windows

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  48. #48 Soulslinger: Envoy of Death
    68% matchMixed65% of 651 reviews2025
    Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    You are a gunslinger in limbo, involved in a gritty war against "The Cartel", a ruthless organization harvesting souls to break free of the shackles of the afterlife. Grow stronger with each new run, gather the essence of lost souls to take on the biggest threats in this rogue-lite FPS!

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    73% matchMixed52% of 320 reviews2018
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    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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  50. #50 KINGDOM of the DEAD
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 407 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    Immerse yourself in a dreadful hand-drawn horror world and push Death’s armies back to the underworld!

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    67% matchVery Positive88% of 136 reviews2024
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    Windows

    Explore and fight your way through a crashed human spaceship infested with relentless hordes of aliens as you become more powerful with exciting weapon upgrades and powerups in this retro inspired first-person shooter.

    Why similar: Boomer Shooter 34.5%, Metroidvania 19.7%, FPS 14.1%, Shooter 8.4%, Stylized 5.5%

  53. #53 Ziggurat 2
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 1,470 reviews2021
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Ziggurat is back, and now it's even better! Use powerful weapons and spells to break through hordes of enemies and explore labyrinthine dungeons in this hectic roguelite FPS, while you improve your skills and discover new equipment.

    Why similar: Boomer Shooter 40.8%, FPS 16.9%, Shooter 11.1%, Magic 8.4%, Old School 6.6%

  54. #54 Halls of Torment
    63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 31,213 reviews2024
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.3%, Demons 25.7%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Dark 10.3%, Fantasy 8.5%

  55. #55 Haunted Lands
    65% matchMostly Positive78% of 165 reviews2026
    Dev: alevgorPub: Alawar
    Windows

    Slay grim cultists, infernal minions, and nightmarish creatures in this dark and bloody retro-inspired action platformer. Uncover secrets, acquire powerful artifacts, and face challenging bosses in the Haunted Lands.

    Why similar: Demons 24%, Old School 14.2%, Magic 12.8%, Shooter 12.1%, Retro 11.5%

  56. #56 Necroking
    65% matchVery Positive81% of 877 reviews2024
    Dev: KORO.GAMESPub: Alawar
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Necroking is a turn-based tactics roguelite with vast deckbuilding. You play as a Master of Necromancy. Build your skulls deck, raise skeletons and other scum to defeat settlements desecrated by life.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 41.3%, Magic 30.3%, Pixel Graphics 22.2%, Singleplayer 6.2%

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