Games Like Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition

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 24.4%, Post-apocalyptic 18.5%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Third Person 9.6%, Story Rich 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Aloy’s first adventure has the same machine-hunting combat, tactical elemental weapons, exploration, and mystery-driven post-apocalyptic world.

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 40.4%, Story Rich 11.6%, Third Person 8.7%, Action RPG 7.5%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It pairs a gorgeous open world and cinematic personal story with responsive third-person combat, stealth, collectibles, and satisfying progression.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora™ is a third and first-person action-adventure game set in the Western Frontier. Reconnect with your lost heritage and discover what it means to be Na'vi.

Why similar: Open World 44.7%, Exploration 9.7%, Action 7.8%, Story Rich 7.5%, Sci-fi 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its alien wilderness, vertical traversal, crafting, creature encounters, and environmental discovery evoke Forbidden West’s sense of exploring a spectacular ecosystem.

As Lara Croft races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, she must become the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.

Why similar: Open World 26%, Female Protagonist 20%, Third Person 10.3%, Story Rich 9%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Lara’s final reboot adventure offers a capable female lead, lush exploration spaces, tomb puzzles, stealth, crafting, and cinematic action.

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

Why similar: Open World 31.6%, Third Person 12.6%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Story Rich 9.5%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines cinematic sci-fi storytelling, semi-open planetary exploration, traversal puzzles, customizable combat, and memorable encounters with powerful foes.

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 46.2%, Post-apocalyptic 25.7%, Story Rich 7.3%, Third Person 7%, Singleplayer 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is another story-focused third-person journey across a dangerous post-collapse open world, with scavenging, upgrades, and large-scale creature threats.

Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration includes the base game and Season Pass featuring all-new content. Explore Croft Manor in the new “Blood Ties” story, then defend it against a zombie invasion in “Lara’s Nightmare”.

Why similar: Open World 23.7%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Third Person 10%, Exploration 8.1%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its survival crafting, explorable hub areas, ancient ruins, optional tombs, and story-led third-person action make it a close adventure fit.

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: Open World 30.3%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, Action RPG 11.6%, Exploration 9.7%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Freely crossing a large fantasy landscape with magical parkour and elemental ranged combat captures Forbidden West’s mobility and spectacle.

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: Open World 45.1%, Action RPG 16.1%, RPG 12.8%, Third Person 7.5%, Action 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its emergent open-world expeditions, giant-monster battles, climbing mechanics, and vocation-based combat strongly suit players who enjoy hunting machines across hostile terrain.

Save humanity from extinction in post-apocalyptic action-adventure Stellar Blade™. Experience blistering combat and a twisting storyline as you unravel the mysteries of Earth’s downfall.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 35.4%, Post-apocalyptic 19.8%, Third Person 10.9%, Action RPG 10.7%, Action 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A female protagonist, polished action combat, post-apocalyptic sci-fi environments, and a strong visual sense of spectacle make this a natural fit.

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: Open World 41.3%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, RPG 8.8%, Third Person 8.1%, Exploration 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A vast historical world, dialogue choices, gear progression, mount travel, stealth, and mythic creature fights provide a similarly long-form open-world RPG experience.

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

Why similar: Open World 24.1%, Action RPG 13.3%, Story Rich 11.9%, Third Person 11.8%, RPG 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides cinematic character storytelling, forceful third-person combat, equipment upgrades, puzzle exploration, and spectacular mythic boss encounters.

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

Why similar: Open World 31.4%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Action RPG 10.8%, Third Person 10.5%, RPG 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers colorful open-world exploration, climbing, gliding, puzzle shrines, mythological monsters, and a light action-RPG progression loop.

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 22.6%, Exploration 16.1%, Female Protagonist 13%, Action 11.1%, Open World 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This fast third-person action RPG emphasizes fluid sand traversal, build customization, and hunting towering supernatural creatures in a ruined world.

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: Open World 33.6%, Action RPG 13.2%, RPG 12.1%, Story Rich 9.2%, Third Person 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its huge regions, side activities, monster hunts, party progression, and cinematic sci-fi-fantasy narrative offer another lavish adventure with constant discovery.

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: Open World 17.1%, Female Protagonist 17%, Post-apocalyptic 12.6%, RPG 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its android-led science-fiction story, ruined-world atmosphere, stylish combat, and philosophical take on machines make it an excellent thematic companion.

Winner of over 80 awards, CONTROL is a visually stunning third-person action-adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.6%, Story Rich 13%, Third Person 12.6%, Open World 12%, Sci-fi 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A capable female protagonist, supernatural sci-fi mystery, telekinetic combat, modular upgrades, and an unsettling world make it a strong narrative-action alternative.

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: Female Protagonist 33.3%, Third Person 13.9%, Exploration 13.6%, Action 9.5%, Story Rich 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This focused action adventure features a young female hero, responsive ranged and melee combat, environmental puzzles, collectible companions, and beautiful natural environments.

BIOMUTANT® is an open-world, post-apocalyptic Kung-Fu fable RPG, with a unique martial arts styled combat system allowing you to mix melee, shooting and mutant ability action.

Why similar: Open World 41%, Post-apocalyptic 15.4%, RPG 8.1%, Third Person 7.4%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its colorful post-apocalyptic open world supports ranged and melee builds, crafting, mounts, exploration, and battles against unusual creatures.

Be Greater. Together. The incredible power of the symbiote forces Peter Parker and Miles Morales into a desperate fight as they balance their lives, friendships, and their duty to protect in an exciting chapter of the critically acclaimed Spider-Man franchise on PC.

Why similar: Open World 41.7%, Story Rich 9%, Third Person 8.9%, Action 8.8%, Singleplayer 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its exceptionally fluid traversal, polished open-world activities, cinematic storytelling, and upgrade-driven combat make it a great modern action-adventure follow-up.

Play as Mad Max, a reluctant hero and survivor who wants nothing more than to leave the madness behind and find solace.

Why similar: Open World 38.5%, Post-apocalyptic 28.7%, Third Person 7.7%, Action 6.1%, Exploration 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This post-apocalyptic open world centers on scavenging, upgrading a signature vehicle, clearing hostile territory, and surviving a brutal wasteland.

Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars™ game and explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life.

Why similar: Open World 26.1%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Third Person 10%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Story Rich 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its open-world sci-fi planets, third-person shooting and stealth, companion-driven exploration, and criminal-underworld story provide a different but compatible spacefaring adventure.

From creator Keiji Inafune and the makers of Metroid Prime comes the ReCore: Definitive Edition, an action-adventure crafted for a new generation. As one of the last humans, forge friendships with robotic companions and lead them on an epic adventure through a dynamic world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.8%, Open World 20.5%, Robots 14.6%, Post-apocalyptic 10.5%, Action 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Exploring a desert sci-fi frontier with a female protagonist and customizable robot companions makes its combat and atmosphere particularly Horizon-adjacent.

Explore Ancient Egypt in this action-adventure game. Battle powerful enemies, unveil conspiracies, and discover the origin story of the Assassin’s Brotherhood.

Why similar: Open World 41.6%, RPG 8.6%, Third Person 8.1%, Story Rich 6.6%, Action RPG 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Ancient Egypt offers a richly realized open world full of ruins, wildlife, quests, gear upgrades, stealth, and a personal origin story.

The Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition includes single-player base content and over 40 DLC from the highly acclaimed Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2, and Mass Effect 3 games, including promo weapons, armors, and packs — remastered and optimized for 4K Ultra HD.

Why similar: Story Rich 20.3%, RPG 15.9%, Sci-fi 15.9%, Action RPG 12.8%, Female Protagonist 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: This trilogy delivers a sweeping sci-fi story, player choices, squad-based combat, alien worlds, and a sense of uncovering ancient technological mysteries.

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: Female Protagonist 20.9%, Action RPG 14.8%, Third Person 13.6%, RPG 10.2%, Exploration 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This third-person action RPG follows a female warrior through a devastated world, mixing traversal, firearms, melee combat, and a companion creature.

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: Female Protagonist 25.1%, Open World 20.5%, Post-apocalyptic 12.4%, RPG 7.9%, Third Person 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its female lead, post-apocalyptic setting, exploration-heavy interconnected levels, and tough creature combat echo several of Horizon’s core appeals.

Experience the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, now on PC. Discover Ellie and Abby’s story with graphical enhancements, gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, and more.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 30.4%, Story Rich 14.1%, LGBTQ+ 11.2%, Third Person 11%, Female Protagonist 9.6%

Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.

Why similar: Open World 36.8%, Third Person 11.6%, RPG 11%, Action RPG 9.6%, Action 9%

Why You'll Like It: While less story-driven, its central loop of tracking, preparing for, and defeating huge creatures is ideal if the machine-hunting side of Horizon was your favorite part.

Sam – with companions by his side – sets out on a new journey to save humanity from extinction. Join them as they traverse a world beset by otherworldly enemies, obstacles and a haunting question: should we have connected?

Why similar: Open World 31.1%, Post-apocalyptic 18.6%, Exploration 9.9%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Third Person 8.6%

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 47.2%, RPG 9.8%, Third Person 9%, Action RPG 7.1%, Story Rich 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a large hostile world, fluid third-person combat, stealth, traversal, fortress assaults, and a dynamic enemy hierarchy to master.

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 25.6%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Post-apocalyptic 11.3%, Robots 8.8%, Story Rich 6%

Play as Nathan Drake and Chloe Frazer in their own standalone adventures as they confront their pasts and forge their own legacies. This game includes the critically acclaimed single-player stories from both UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End and UNCHARTED: The Lost Legacy.

Why similar: Story Rich 19.1%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Third Person 15%, Exploration 10.4%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

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: Post-apocalyptic 38.2%, Story Rich 18.9%, Third Person 15.1%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Action 6.5%

From legendary game creator Hideo Kojima comes a genre-defying experience, now expanded in this definitive DIRECTOR’S CUT. As Sam Bridges, your mission is to deliver hope to humanity by connecting the last survivors of a decimated America. Can you reunite the shattered world, one step at a time?

Why similar: Open World 28.5%, Post-apocalyptic 17.9%, Story Rich 11.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Third Person 6.6%

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 45.3%, Third Person 9.1%, Action 8.3%, Story Rich 6.8%, Singleplayer 5.3%

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 38.5%, RPG 9.7%, Third Person 8.1%, Exploration 8%, Story Rich 7.6%

Embark on this epic adventure in up to 4K 60 fps with improved graphics and audio, a new speedrun mode, updated achievements, and an exclusive anniversary gallery.

Why similar: Open World 19.1%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Third Person 11.1%, Exploration 10.2%, Action 9.3%

Blast your way through an interdimensional adventure with Ratchet and Clank – now on PC! Help them take on an evil emperor from another reality as you jump between action-packed worlds and beyond at hyper-speed!

Why similar: Third Person 20.6%, Open World 14.6%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Singleplayer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10.2%

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: Open World 26.2%, Story Rich 15.7%, Third Person 11.6%, Action 9.4%, RPG 8.3%

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 41.5%, Story Rich 11.2%, Third Person 9.6%, Action 6.9%, Exploration 5.5%

Experience an epic action-adventure story set in feudal Japan! Become a lethal shinobi assassin and powerful legendary samurai as you explore a beautiful open world in a time of chaos.

Why similar: Open World 34%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Third Person 9.1%, Stealth 8.6%, RPG 7.2%

Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set on the continent of Pywel. Join Kliff on his journey to rebuild the Greymane faction and to save the land from a looming threat. From vast wilderness and cities to ruins and the mysterious Abyss, forge your path through battles and discovery.

Why similar: Open World 47.5%, Exploration 10.8%, Third Person 8.8%, RPG 7.5%, Action 7%

Winner of over 130 Game of the Year awards, discover the definitive Dragon Age: Inquisition experience. The Game of the Year Edition includes the critically acclaimed game, all three official add-ons - Jaws of Hakkon, The Descent, and Trespasser - and more.

Why similar: Open World 33.5%, RPG 12.5%, Story Rich 10.2%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Action RPG 6.6%

Enter the Chornobyl Anomalous Zone — a vast open world where anomalies, mutants, and rivals stand in your way. Explore, scavenge, and try to survive in this brutal and dangerous land. Evolving with every update, now overhauled and crowned with UPDATE 2.0.

Why similar: Open World 37.7%, Post-apocalyptic 26.5%, Exploration 7.4%, Story Rich 6.6%, RPG 5.9%

Join machine hunter Aloy as she leads a colourful crew of heroes on a quest to save the world and learn the secrets of her past. Dive into boundless adventure, customize to your heart’s content, and take on action-packed battles solo or with friends.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 34.9%, Robots 23.4%, Third Person 14.9%, Action 10.8%, Action-Adventure 7.3%

A next-generation action experience where the elements obey you, the terrain bends to your will, and every victory is entirely your own.

Why similar: Open World 18.3%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Action RPG 12.2%, Third Person 9.6%, Exploration 9.6%

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: Post-apocalyptic 29.8%, Story Rich 11.9%, Robots 10.9%, Third Person 9.5%, Action 8.4%

The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition is the ultimate way to play the award-winning RPG from Obsidian Entertainment and Private Division. Including the base game and all DLC, this remastered masterpiece is the absolute best version of The Outer Worlds.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.5%, RPG 17.2%, Exploration 15.4%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Sci-fi 12.7%

Explore a warped Manhattan on the brink of paranatural annihilation in this thrilling action-adventure RPG. Unleash the extraordinary powers of Dylan Faden as he fights for his humanity and our survival against a reality-bending cosmic threat.

Why similar: Open World 21%, Post-apocalyptic 18.8%, Action RPG 12.2%, Third Person 10%, Story Rich 10%

Dive into a transformed vibrant post-apocalyptic Hope County, Montana, 17 years after a global nuclear catastrophe. Lead the fight against the Highwaymen, as they seek to take over the last remaining resources.

Why similar: Open World 42.8%, Post-apocalyptic 25%, Action 6%, Female Protagonist 5.4%, Story Rich 3.9%

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: Female Protagonist 35.2%, Story Rich 17.9%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Third Person 12%, Action 6.4%

Scars Above is a challenging sci-fi third-person action adventure shooter combining the rewarding feel of overcoming difficulty with a compelling and intricate story, set in a mysterious alien world to explore.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.4%, Sci-fi 14.2%, Exploration 11.1%, Third Person 11.1%, Action 10.4%

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: Female Protagonist 29.4%, Third Person 16.7%, Exploration 14.5%, Action 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

The Outer Worlds 2 is the sequel to the award-winning first-person sci-fi RPG from Obsidian Entertainment.

Why similar: Open World 30.7%, RPG 16%, Action RPG 14.1%, Exploration 10.4%, Sci-fi 7.7%

From Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Starfield and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, comes Fallout 4. A landmark in open-world RPG design and winner of over 200 ‘Best Of’ honors, including the DICE and BAFTA Game of the Year.

Why similar: Open World 31.5%, Post-apocalyptic 24%, Exploration 7.4%, RPG 6.3%, Story Rich 5%

BREAK THE CYCLE Fight to survive as this award-winning third-person shooter brings Selene’s story to PC. Take on roguelike challenges. Engage enemies in bullet hell-fuelled clashes. Share your journey through Returnal™ with another player.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 49.8%, Sci-fi 18.6%, Action 15.6%, Singleplayer 9.8%, Atmospheric 4.6%

Flee the shattered ruins of the Moscow Metro and embark on an epic, continent-spanning journey across the post-apocalyptic Russian wilderness. Explore vast, non-linear levels, lose yourself in an immersive, sandbox survival experience, and follow a thrilling story-line that spans an entire year in the greatest Metro adventure yet.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 30%, Open World 28.9%, Story Rich 10.4%, Exploration 5.1%, Action 4.5%

Vault-Tec engineers have worked around the clock on an interactive reproduction of Wasteland life for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own vault. Included is an expansive world, unique combat, shockingly realistic visuals, tons of player choice, and an incredible cast of dynamic characters.

Why similar: Open World 33.2%, Post-apocalyptic 25.3%, RPG 8.5%, Exploration 5.9%, Sci-fi 5.2%