Games Like Hyper Light Breaker

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 17%, Action RPG 15.8%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Atmospheric 14.1%, Adventure 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct predecessor to the franchise, it shares the same iconic art style, atmospheric storytelling, and precise, high-stakes combat.

From the creators of the award-winning Hyper Light Drifter comes the high-speed and gravity-bending world of Solar Ash.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 19.5%, Third Person 14.5%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Action 9.3%, Sci-fi 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly matches the high-speed movement and vibrant, surreal 3D environments found in the Hyper Light franchise.

A lightning-fast 1–3 player co-op roguelite from the creators of Dead Cells. DASH, DIVE and DESTROY across a shattered world. Build wild loadouts, unleash devastating Alterattacks, and become the last stand against the Vortex.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 33.2%, Hack and Slash 26.9%, Combat 15.6%, 3D 12.3%, Action 12%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Dead Cells, this fast-paced action rogue-like focuses on fluid movement and intense, skill-based combat.

Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing.

Why similar: Third Person 55.9%, Action 44.1%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive 3D rogue-like that emphasizes mobility, chaotic combat, and stylized visuals that mirror the gameplay loop of the seed game.

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: Sci-fi 46.2%, Action 35.8%, Atmospheric 17.9%

Why You'll Like It: This high-budget 3D rogue-like offers the same intense, third-person action and atmospheric sci-fi exploration found in the seed game.

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 32.2%, Hack and Slash 26.3%, Atmospheric 15.6%, Adventure 13.8%, Action 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: While 2D, it remains the gold standard for responsive, fast-paced action-rogue-lite combat and exploration.

REMNANT II® pits survivors of humanity against new deadly creatures and god-like bosses across terrifying worlds. Play solo or co-op with two other friends to explore the depths of the unknown to stop an evil from destroying reality itself.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 23.2%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, RPG 15.2%, Third Person 14.1%, Action 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep action-RPG experience with rogue-lite procedural elements and challenging boss encounters in unique, atmospheric worlds.

Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.9%, Post-apocalyptic 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Stylized 10.6%, Open World 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features a dark, stylized world with deep combat mechanics and exploration.

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: Hack and Slash 36.8%, Action RPG 20.7%, RPG 20.6%, Action 14.8%, Atmospheric 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features exceptional stylized art and a tight, addictive rogue-like loop that emphasizes character progression and fast combat.

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 16.4%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Surreal 14.2%, Third Person 12.7%, Stylized 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines 3D platforming with challenging combat in a stylized world that rewards exploration and agility.

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.1%, Action RPG 20%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, RPG 10%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the melancholic, stylized atmosphere and precise action-adventure combat that fans of the franchise will appreciate.

Explore the last remnants of civilization in this vast, unforgiving, and interconnected world. Learn what is left of its history. Discover pockets of natural life in the perpetually expanding Omnistructure. Lose yourself in a journey unlike any other. Find your purpose in the world.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.2%, Open World 18.4%, Action-Adventure 14%, RPG 12.4%, Third Person 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a vast, atmospheric open world with challenging combat and a distinct visual identity.

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

Why similar: Action RPG 18.8%, Open World 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Third Person 9.4%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an atmospheric, stylized open-world experience with a focus on exploration and stamina-based combat.

From Moon Studios, the award-winning creators of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, comes No Rest for the Wicked, a unique, visceral Action RPG set in a hand-crafted world with Souls-like combat. Featuring co-op for up to four players.

Why similar: Action RPG 20.5%, Open World 15.1%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Character Customization 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with a unique art style and challenging combat that emphasizes weight and precision.

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 17.6%, Open World 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11%, Post-apocalyptic 10.8%, Third Person 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game with a distinct, stylized art direction and combat mechanics that prioritize timing and exploration.

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: Third Person 43.4%, Action 22.9%, Action RPG 12.3%, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-skill, rhythmic combat that rewards mastery and precision, mirroring the intensity of the seed game's encounters.

ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity.

Why similar: Action 54%, Adventure 46%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, movement-heavy rogue-like that emphasizes aerial combat and quick reflexes.

Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.

Why similar: Open World 19.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, RPG 12.5%, Stylized 8.8%, Action RPG 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world RPG with a surreal, stylized aesthetic that prioritizes exploration and discovery.

Crafted by a solo developer, VOIN is a first-person hack-and-slash. Cleave through hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. Explore dark fantasy realms filled with secrets and dangers. Discover powerful gear and weapons, and face menacing bosses in your quest to cleanse a broken world.

Why similar: Action RPG 20.5%, Open World 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Hack and Slash 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-rogue-like with a focus on high-speed combat and stylized, dark fantasy 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 25.5%, Post-apocalyptic 13.2%, RPG 9.2%, Third Person 9.1%, Action RPG 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features an open-world setting with a focus on action-oriented combat and character customization.

"WELCOME TO THE PIONEER PROGRAM! As the newest recruit of Kindred Aerospace - The 4th best interstellar space exploration company - Your job is to determine if the planet ARY-26 planet is fit for humans. You may be short on equipment and experience, but you'll figure it out. Good luck!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 46.1%, Adventure 22.8%, Action 21.5%, Sci-fi 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features colorful, stylized exploration of an alien world with a focus on traversal and discovery.

Hack, slash, and cast your way through a haunted kingdom brimming with secrets where no two builds are ever the same. As a cursed mage-knight you will unlock devastating spells, equip ability transforming runes, and reforge your curse on the path to victory or death in this fantasy action roguelite.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Action RPG 17%, Open World 14.8%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Stylized 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features exploration and souls-like combat mechanics within a rogue-like structure.

Holomento is an Indie Permadeath Action-RPG focusing on the dangerous quest of passing through the mysterious Eventide Hollow – and rebuilding it step by step.

Why similar: Action RPG 20.9%, Open World 15.7%, Third Person 15.1%, RPG 11.3%, Stylized 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A rogue-like that blends exploration and third-person action in a stylized, evolving world.

Slash your way through dark, ever-changing lands in this new blend of roguelike and shared-world adventure. Create your adventurer and undertake a perilous journey where all players’ choices alter the twisted landscape. Will you beg for forgiveness?

Why similar: Action RPG 26.3%, Open World 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 17%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Third Person 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: An action-rogue-like that incorporates souls-like combat elements and a unique, dark aesthetic.

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.

Why similar: Third Person 27.6%, Hack and Slash 24.9%, Sci-fi 22%, Atmospheric 14.5%, Action 11%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush game with a striking aesthetic that demands the same level of focus and pattern recognition as the seed game's combat.

Morbid Metal is a hack-and-slash action rogue-lite where you shapeshift into powerful characters. Switch in real time to unleash unique combos and slaughter hordes of deadly machines and intense bosses.

Why similar: Action RPG 23.7%, Third Person 18.3%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Action-Adventure 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-rogue-like that allows for character switching during combat, emphasizing fluid movement.

A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, magic cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.3%, Action RPG 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Action 9.3%

Fear everything and nothing for death brings you closer to victory in this challenging open world action-roguelite. As the Vessel of an ancient power you must use steel and skill to complete your mission in a dangerous fantasy world inspired by Scandinavian folklore.

Why similar: Open World 24.5%, Third Person 22.4%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Fantasy 11.2%, 3D 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines open-world exploration with rogue-lite mechanics and fast-paced action.

Reignbreaker is a high-octane action rogue-like set in a dystopian medievalpunk world. Step into the boots of Clef, a fearless rebel ready to rid the world of the Kingdom’s oppression, take down the Elite and lay siege to the Queen’s grand Bastion. Grab your javelin and become The Reignbreaker!

Why similar: Action RPG 36.6%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, RPG 15.1%, Combat 11.5%, Action 8.9%

Dark Light: Survivor is a dark sci-fi action roguelike with ARPG loot and third-person shooter combat. Switch anytime between top-down view and TPS aiming as you build weapons, skills, and classes across brutal multiverse runs.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 33.5%, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Action 11%, Atmospheric 10.1%

Between our world and the world beyond lie the Titan Souls, the spiritual source of all living things. Scattered amongst the ruins and guarded by the idle titans charged with their care, a solitary hero armed with a single arrow is assembling shards of the Titan Soul in a quest for truth and power.

Why similar: Action 25.7%, Adventure 25.2%, Action-Adventure 20.5%, Atmospheric 14.7%, Fantasy 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, stylized action game that emphasizes high-stakes boss encounters where every movement matters.

In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.

Why similar: Action RPG 22%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, RPG 10.7%

Imagine if the original Zelda game was set in a science-fiction galaxy. Explore this open-world, action RPG with roguelike and metroidvania elements. Mighty bosses lurk deep within procedurally-generated dungeons. Wield, vanquish, unearth, collect, craft, progress, trip, adventure.

Why similar: Action RPG 29.1%, Open World 23.3%, Hack and Slash 15%, Sci-fi 11.9%, RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A procedural action-RPG with a focus on exploration and hack-and-slash combat in a stylized world.

Luminary is a solo or co-op OpenZone Action RPG that creates a balanced experience for everyone. Using a unique world and character progression system, explore vast hand-crafted lands together, uncover hidden treasures, level up your town, and push back the darkness with light.

Why similar: Action RPG 18.2%, Open World 13.3%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Hack and Slash 10.8%, Third Person 10.7%

Break Nyx’s curse and guide humanity's rebirth in this top-down 2.5D Action RPG from the creators of CrossCode. Battle enemies with stylish combos, wield multiple divine weapons, solve intriguing puzzles and explore a changing world.

Why similar: Action RPG 27%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, RPG 13.8%, Open World 11.9%, Hack and Slash 11.6%

Afallon is a single-player RPG with the feel of an MMO. Choose your class and race to forge a unique character, explore a large open world with diverse zones and biomes, and experience a living world that changes based on your actions.

Why similar: Action RPG 18.1%, Action-Adventure 11%, Third Person 10.8%, Open World 10.7%, RPG 9.1%

Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.

Why similar: Action RPG 30%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Stylized 14.7%, RPG 10%

Echoes of Mystralia is an action-heavy spellcrafting ARPG roguelite, where rapid combat meets deep customization. Craft your own spells, unlock new combinations, fight epic bosses, and discover a narrative-rich world that never plays the same twice.

Why similar: Action RPG 35.7%, Hack and Slash 22.2%, RPG 16.2%, Fantasy 10.4%, Action 8.4%

The new open world, spellcasting action-RPG. The grimoires have been stolen, civilisation is in ruins. Rise, Curator! Craft ancient elemental magics and challenge the great lords who threaten to fracture reality itself.

Why similar: Action RPG 18%, Open World 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Third Person 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.3%

In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!

Why similar: Action RPG 35.1%, Hack and Slash 22.4%, Character Customization 18.1%, Sci-fi 15.4%, Action 9.1%

The old world is gone, lost with the disappearance of the King. Reforge reality in this dark action RPG through skill-based combat, innovative open-world platforming and the testimonies of survivors… some more trustworthy than others. Are you ready, Wanderer?

Why similar: RPG 19.8%, Action RPG 19%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Third Person 13.6%, Action 12.7%

Corebreaker is a fast-paced action-platformer game with rogue-like elements. Play as Nova, a robot designed to awaken when humanity is extinct by the machines. Unlock abilities, upgrades and powerful weapons as you fight your way through supreme robots to find out your purpose!

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 43.3%, Sci-fi 27.2%, Stylized 19%, Action 6.3%, Fantasy 4.2%

Venture into a handcrafted world where ruins whisper of past cataclysms. Master the art of sword and sorcery and forge your path with relics, spells and choices that shape who you become in this first-person RPG.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Hack and Slash 13%, RPG 11.6%, Fantasy 7.1%

Kromlech is an action-adventure RPG with rogue-lite elements, set in a dark fantasy world of swords and sorcery. Play as an adventurer whose quest for glory and gold takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself at the center of a world-ending calamity.

Why similar: Action RPG 23.1%, Open World 18.1%, Third Person 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, RPG 11.4%

Dive into the immersive world of Retrace the Light, a captivating 2.5D action-adventure game centered around the "Spatial Retracing" feature. Assume the role of an Enforcer working for a super AI in a futuristic world, exploring the depths of human consciousness and healing their emotional wounds.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.8%, Action-Adventure 14%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Third Person 13.7%, Stylized 11.7%

Multi-world rogue-lite endless challenge. The surface world hides dangers, the inner world overflows with treasure. Transcend worlds and master time through soul transference. Fight your way out and escape this reality. Strategic builds reduce reliance on pure stats.

Why similar: Action RPG 28.5%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Hack and Slash 13%, RPG 12.5%, Action 11.1%

Their Flesh Is Your Weapon. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel action-RPG with adrenaline-charged, high-stakes combat. Possess warrior Shells, dethrone false gods, redeem a ravaged world.

Why similar: Action RPG 23.5%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Open World 17.7%, Third Person 9.4%, RPG 8.4%

Witchfire is a first-person dark fantasy RPG shooter in which you play as a wicked sinner turned witch hunter on his final mission to reach salvation.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.5%, Dark Fantasy 27.8%, RPG 17.4%, Character Customization 16.5%, Action 4.8%

Forge your legend in a forgotten realm! Farever is an online multiplayer action RPG set in a vast fantasy open world. Alone or with friends, embark on an epic journey together! Explore wild lands and dangerous dungeons, craft powerful gear, and carve your path through dynamic combat and platforming.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.7%, Open World 17.4%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, RPG 11.8%, Character Customization 7.7%

A 3D RPG !

Why similar: Action RPG 30.2%, RPG 13.3%, Third Person 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Combat 8.4%

Fast paced Bullet hell Roguelite FPS 🔴 Fight relentless machines driven by a hostile AI. Escape an endless cycle. Craft infinite weapon variants with deep gun modding. Forge deadly synergies. Carve your way out through enviro destruction /BREAK THE SYSTEM /BREAK FREE

Why similar: Sci-fi 46.3%, Combat 31.3%, Action 22.4%

Death Trash features a post-apocalyptic world where cosmic horrors long for humanity but meet punks with shotguns. It combines old-school role-playing, modern action gameplay and player freedom. Create your own character and explore a handcrafted world.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 29%, Action RPG 23.1%, Open World 18.2%, Character Customization 11.1%, RPG 10.6%

The open-world action-RPG, where you can do anything, of your dreams… as if it came out 30 years ago!

Why similar: Action RPG 26%, Open World 21%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Character Customization 11.9%, Atmospheric 7.6%

Fracturefront is a fantasy-themed third-person 3D action Roguelike. Centered on random equipment, it delivers highly variable, deeply strategic, and thrilling combat through unique character skill synergies. From barren deserts to tech planets, every rift traversal is a life-or-death gamble.

Why similar: RPG 20.9%, Third Person 20.3%, Stylized 16.9%, Adventure 9.7%, Action 9.5%

Explore a procedurally generated world while bolstering your power in increasingly absurd ways. Mechanics-heavy and brimming with deliberate, messy bladeplay. Join the revelry!

Why similar: Action RPG 30.8%, RPG 13.2%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%

A solo or co-op RPG inspired by Morrowind. Drawn by a shared dream, you awaken on an isolated island crowned by a silent Tower. Unravel the mystery of the Laughless Saint, confront the weight of human desire, and decide what deserves to be saved when the light beneath the world finally stirs.

Why similar: Action RPG 19.9%, RPG 14%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Third Person 9.8%, Stylized 9.8%

Explore, fight, and gather materials in an atmospheric, ruined kingdom inhabited by creepy-cute car creatures, in this short and unique exploration experience.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Surreal 17.1%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Third Person 13.8%, Hack and Slash 10.1%

Strayed Lights is a colourful action-adventure featuring epic boss fights and a unique parry-based combat system. Shift between colours to repel attacks and strike back. Explore a dreamlike world as you restore your light that was torn by shadows.

Why similar: Surreal 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Third Person 14.3%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Stylized 11.6%

Tyrant's Realm is a roguelite action-adventure inspired by classic PS1 visuals. Explore procedurally generated dark fantasy worlds, battling through dangers that evolve with each run. Death is not the end, as the night is still young.

Why similar: Action RPG 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Third Person 13%, Hack and Slash 12.1%

Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.

Why similar: Action RPG 33.7%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, RPG 14.5%, Fantasy 7.4%