Games Like I Shall Remain

Zombasite is a zombie apocalypse action RPG set in a dynamic, evolving, fantasy world for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Why similar: RPG 26.6%, Zombies 24.7%, Action 12.1%, Indie 10.2%, Hack and Slash 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features a dynamic, evolving zombie apocalypse where survival and character growth are paramount.

Frozen State is a brutal, survival game set in a world embraced by the man-made ice age meant to protect mankind from pestilent hybrids. Bitter cold and numbing fear are the constant companions in the journey through the retro-futuristic Frozen State world.

Why similar: Survival 27.2%, Zombies 26.6%, RPG 16%, Post-apocalyptic 11.5%, Horror 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down survival horror game that captures the same bleak, post-apocalyptic atmosphere and resource-scavenging gameplay.

Decision: Red Daze is an action RPG with a unique mix of survival and tower defense mechanics. Explore an apocalyptic wasteland, build a safe haven, and lead your team of specialists in a hopeless world, searching for a cure for the infectious disease that turns people into monsters.

Why similar: Zombies 26.9%, Post-apocalyptic 21.1%, Survival 17.9%, RPG 14.3%, Action RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines action-RPG combat with open-world survival and base-building in a zombie-infested wasteland.

Project Zomboid is the ultimate in zombie survival. Alone or in MP: you loot, build, craft, fight, farm and fish in a struggle to survive. A hardcore RPG skillset, a vast map, massively customisable sandbox and a cute tutorial raccoon await the unwary. So how will you die? All it takes is a bite..

Why similar: Zombies 37.7%, Survival 30%, Post-apocalyptic 20.8%, RPG 7.7%, Indie 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive isometric zombie survival RPG that mirrors the deep simulation and survival mechanics found in we Shall Remain.

Dead State is a narrative-driven survival RPG set at the dawn of the undead apocalypse. Drawing inspiration from classic RPGs like Fallout, X-Com, and Suikoden, Dead State combines strategic, turn-based combat with base building mechanics, character creation, and social management.

Why similar: Zombies 42.3%, Survival 22.4%, RPG 16.9%, Post-apocalyptic 13.1%, Horror 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, turn-based survival RPG that focuses on managing a group of survivors in a realistic zombie apocalypse.

Make your stand against the collapse of society in the ultimate zombie survival-fantasy game. Explore an open world full of dangers and opportunities that respond to your every decision. Recruit a community of playable survivors, each with their own unique skills and talents.

Why similar: Zombies 38%, Survival 23.7%, Post-apocalyptic 17.8%, RPG 7%, Action 4%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential zombie survival game that blends open-world exploration with RPG-style character development.

“A real Gem” – Destructoid at E3 “Offers a different experience for zombie game veterans” – Co-Optimus“Has a lot more going for it than smashing brains and gory, red goo ... With a surprisingly deep crafting system” – GamesRadarYou're shipwrecked on an isolated island, a desperate castaway in a total freakshow world. How will you survive?

Why similar: Zombies 39.3%, Survival 27.5%, Post-apocalyptic 10%, RPG 9.1%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action game that focuses heavily on crafting, survival, and managing needs while fighting off hordes of zombies.

Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.

Why similar: Action RPG 49.9%, Loot 16.6%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, RPG 12.1%, Post-apocalyptic 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: While more fantasy-focused, it offers the deep character progression and loot-driven gameplay that action-RPG fans of we Shall Remain will appreciate.

It's ten years since the infection started. Long-established settlements are collapsing, one by one, for unknown reasons. Survivors are running to the hills to escape, hoping for safety in remote places. As another refugee, you're here to carve out a new life for yourself - by any means necessary.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 40.4%, RPG 22%, Survival 19%, Action 10%, Third Person 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down survival game that emphasizes social dynamics and base management during a zombie apocalypse.

A small American town is overrun by the living dead! You manage to enter the town just before the military locks it down and now you must slice and shoot your way through thousands of zombies in order complete your mission in this action-packed Hack & Slash RPG.

Why similar: RPG 40.9%, Zombies 27.2%, Action 17.6%, Indie 14.3%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric action-RPG that leans into the zombie-horror theme with hack-and-slash combat.

Dead or Alive? Make up your mind, stranger. We don’t like that undead business here in Louisiana…Survive solo or with friends as you look to fulfill your basic needs of food, water and shelter, crafting your own tools and weapons while you secure your camp and face flesh hungry zombies.

Why similar: Zombies 46.6%, Survival 33.7%, RPG 11.3%, Action 5.3%, Third Person 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the original with improved base-building and survival mechanics in a zombie-filled environment.

Ascend from your shelter. Ruin everything. Escape the wretched island. ⚔️🔨🎣🌱🌵🍰 Explore. Fight. Level up. Survive. Gather. Craft. Harvest. Hunt. Build. Farm. Solve puzzles. Fish. Cook. Live. Enjoy the bittersweet post-apocalypse.

Why similar: Zombies 31.8%, Survival 25.6%, RPG 15.7%, Loot 12.7%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric post-apocalyptic survival game where you explore, craft, and fight to escape a ruined world.

UnderRail is an old-school turn-based isometric role-playing game that features a large open post-apocalyptic world, deep and challenging combat and an intricate storyline.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 47.8%, RPG 37.9%, Indie 6.7%, Difficult 3.8%, Atmospheric 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, isometric post-apocalyptic RPG that rewards careful planning and character building in a hostile environment.

The game brings you far into the future of a post-apocalyptic Sweden.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 31.7%, RPG 18.5%, Loot 17.8%, Action RPG 11.5%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic action-RPG that features squad management, loot-heavy progression, and a distinct isometric view.

Darkwood - a new perspective on survival horror. Scavenge and explore a rich, ever-changing free-roam world by day, then hunker down in your hideout and pray for the morning light.

Why similar: Survival 27.2%, RPG 23.7%, Horror 14.1%, Action 11.1%, Dark 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down horror game that captures the intense, claustrophobic survival feel of being hunted in a ruined world.

INSOMNIA is a dieselpunk sci-fi RPG about the slowly degrading remnants of human society attempting to survive on an abandoned space metropolis. Develop your character, explore lovingly handcrafted locations, interact with peculiar NPCs and factions and try to stay alive in this brutal world.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 36.1%, RPG 20.7%, Action RPG 9.5%, Action 8.5%, Indie 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A complex, post-apocalyptic RPG that features survival mechanics and a heavy focus on character progression.

Almost Alive is redefining the role playing tactical games with an awesome fast paced but complexe real time combat system in a mad hand drawn post apocalyptic world that features character mental sanity, destructible environment, a cover system, tons of loot, a none linear story, and a lot of humor.

Why similar: RPG 36.1%, Post-apocalyptic 34.8%, Action 15.5%, Indie 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric RPG with survival elements that emphasizes tactical combat and character development.

NEO Scavenger is a game where you must survive in the wasteland long enough to figure out who you are. Each turn, you must decide where to go, how to scavenge for supplies, and how to deal with anything and anyone you encounter.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 36.2%, Survival 28.9%, RPG 14.5%, Perma Death 10.4%, Indie 5%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore survival RPG that forces you to manage complex needs and inventory in a dangerous, post-apocalyptic wasteland.

Travel by train through a dying world. Look after your passengers, keep your train operational, and make sure you can always reach the next station. Make your way through swarms of infected at each station. Explore mysterious and abandoned stations looking for supplies and survivors.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 33.3%, Zombies 22.3%, Survival 19.1%, Indie 6.4%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic survival game that focuses on resource management and the narrative of a crumbling society.

Beyond Mankind: The Awakening is an indie old school type RPG taking place in a post-apocalyptic world. The game sports a mature and deep narrative, rich exploration, tense combat, and immersive RPG mechanics.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 35.7%, RPG 18.2%, Survival 16.5%, Action RPG 12.5%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic RPG that emphasizes exploration and narrative-driven survival.

Survive the zombie apocalypse with a “Final Fantasy” turn-based combat and permanent death! Manage survivors, craft materials, and make difficult decisions. Defend your camp against hordes of the undead to prevail in this non-linear rogue-lite (comparable to FTL). Innovative Indie Survival-RPG!

Why similar: Zombies 33.6%, RPG 20.5%, Post-apocalyptic 18.4%, Survival 16.3%, Action 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A survival RPG that focuses on managing a group of survivors through turn-based combat and difficult moral choices.

Dead Purge: Outbreak is a modern first-person shooter set in an unforgiving post-apocalyptic world where every minute can be your last.

Why similar: Zombies 31.2%, Survival 17.4%, Action 12.7%, Indie 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-focused zombie survival game that emphasizes combat and scavenging in a hostile world.

Grey Phobia is a Hack and Slash, third person shooter game, which is based on post apocalyptic, sci-fi, comix scenario.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 43.8%, Action 18.5%, Indie 15.4%, Great Soundtrack 15.2%, Atmospheric 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic action game that features singleplayer survival and combat-heavy gameplay.

Sheltered is a deep and emotional survival management game. You take on the role of protecting four family members who, after a global apocalypse, have found their way to a deserted shelter.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 42.8%, Survival 35.8%, RPG 11.1%, Indie 3.7%, Zombies 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic survival management game that focuses on the daily struggle to keep a family alive in a bunker.

Sancticide is an Indie melee-focused TPP action RPG game set in the world of the biblical Apocalypse. Become Ezechiel, sin collector in the service of Them at The Top, as he ventures through what is left of our world during the End Times.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 22.4%, Zombies 15.9%, RPG 13.8%, Action RPG 10.2%, Hack and Slash 10%

Welcome to an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, glory is valued above gold and freedom is hard earned. In the age of Great Drotus Empire, a lone mercenary accepts a contract to liberate 13 nations of The Empire in order to regain his lost "Glory".

Why similar: RPG 21.8%, Post-apocalyptic 14.1%, Zombies 13.6%, Action 11.1%, Hack and Slash 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG set in a post-apocalyptic world that focuses on combat and exploration.

Eternal Step is a deviously difficult, rogue-like action adventure game.

Why similar: RPG 28.3%, Indie 12.6%, Survival 10.7%, Difficult 10.5%, Loot 10%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that provides challenging progression and adventure elements similar to the core loop of we Shall Remain.

It's one year after the collapse of civilization and self-centered hedge fund manager Joe Wheeler emerges from his specially constructed bunker in search of food. This is a huge open-world RPG where you have the freedom to play how you want - but your choices have consequences.

Why similar: Zombies 30.7%, Survival 23.7%, Post-apocalyptic 19.5%, RPG 13.7%, Action RPG 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: The original top-down survival game that focuses on building a community and surviving against zombies and bandits.

Story of the Survivor is an action RPG that takes place during a zombie apocalypse. Surviving isn't going to be easy, and zombies aren't the only things to worry about. You must also eat and drink to survive as well as avoid other survivors.

Why similar: Zombies 23%, RPG 20.4%, Post-apocalyptic 18.7%, Survival 15.5%, Action 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: An indie survival RPG that focuses on exploration and character growth in a dangerous world.

For seasoned ARPG lovers, a unique Indie entry is here! Construct a deep build as you fight your way through mysterious places. Enemies are strong and smart, but you'll have a massive arsenal of tools and abilities to master in order to vanquish them. Dive in!

Why similar: RPG 25%, Hack and Slash 23.1%, Action RPG 21.3%, Loot 19.9%, Action 10.6%

Deathbound is a unique Soulslike. Build a party of four characters and instantly morph between them in and out of combat. Combine their abilities to pull off devastating attacks and slay those who stand before you.

Why similar: RPG 23.3%, Action RPG 16.1%, Difficult 12.2%, Horror 10.9%, Third Person 8.6%

Dead Effect 2 is the newest addition to the acclaimed Dead Effect franchise. This action sci-fi shooter is looking to push the boundaries of first-person shooters to new levels with slick graphics, rich narrative and RPG elements.

Why similar: Zombies 35.3%, Survival 18%, RPG 14.3%, Action 10.1%, Horror 9.5%

Schism is a challenging action roguelike RPG with deep synergies and high broken build potential. The combination of robust stat systems, fully moddable guns, deity worship, intense frequency-switching bullet hell combat, and difficult bosses make for a unique and highly replayable experience.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 37.3%, RPG 25.6%, Perma Death 14.5%, Difficult 11.7%, Action 9.4%

Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.

Why similar: RPG 32.4%, Action RPG 25.7%, Action 15.6%, Indie 11.5%, Atmospheric 7.7%

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: Post-apocalyptic 32.4%, Action RPG 16.6%, RPG 14.1%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Difficult 9.5%

Still Not Dead is a challenging roguelite FPS that merges the fast satisfying gunplay of Doom with open stages, insane weaponry, tactical choice and being pursued by death itself. The unique blessing and curse system, plus unlockable skill skulls set the game apart from everything else.

Why similar: Zombies 26.9%, Action 15.5%, Survival 14.1%, Indie 13.2%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%

You ever played a Sandbox Survival Zombie RPG? You heard it right. In "Stay Alive: Apocalypse" we will offer you an indie zombie survival game which is in a sandbox, random generated world and presents RPG elements.

Why similar: Zombies 24.3%, Post-apocalyptic 18.9%, RPG 17.3%, Survival 16.4%, Indie 7.5%

Tunguska: The Visitation is a single player top-down shooter RPG. Seek fortune as a Ghoul Hunter in an abandoned Soviet Exclusion Zone. Use your grit and ingenuity to survive deadly radiation, mysterious anomalies, and poisonous mutants. Go in guns-blazing, or stay in the shadows - your choice.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 26.4%, Zombies 21.3%, Survival 16.4%, RPG 9.9%, Action RPG 8.7%

The Living Remain is a virtual reality first person adventure shooter where players immerse themselves in a world where the undead have taken over. You must survive the horde of undead using an arsenal of weapons in a story driven campaign loaded with a variety of interactive environments.

Why similar: Zombies 46.1%, Survival 18.4%, Horror 11.5%, Action 9%, Story Rich 6.9%

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: RPG 25.3%, Post-apocalyptic 23.3%, Great Soundtrack 21.4%, Story Rich 10.1%, Action RPG 9.8%

Shadows: Awakening is a unique, isometric single-player RPG with real-time tactical combat. You embark on an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics.

Why similar: RPG 39.1%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Loot 14.8%, Action 13.7%, Action RPG 9.5%

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: RPG 26.2%, Survival 20.9%, Action RPG 16.8%, Action 12.8%, Horror 7.5%

Unleashed and unforgiving. Can you rise to the challenge? Immortal: Unchained is the latest addition to the genre of ultra-hardcore action RPGs. Take the role of a living weapon, unleashed to stop the source of a cataclysmic event threatening to end all worlds.

Why similar: RPG 19.9%, Loot 16.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%, Action RPG 10.8%, Difficult 9.2%

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 18.8%, Post-apocalyptic 17.9%, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Difficult 10.9%, RPG 10.8%

Ember is a homage to classic role-playing games (RPG) that features a deep branching story, endless exploration across dynamic and living environments, a robust skill system, and an intricate crafting system.

Why similar: RPG 39.4%, Action RPG 16%, Loot 12.4%, Indie 12.1%, Hack and Slash 12%

Testament is a first-person single-player action-adventure game with bits of RPG and metroidvania elements set in a post-apocalyptic fantasy world. It offers a mixed combat with different possibilities and combination by sword, spells and bow while it is rich with platforming and puzzles.

Why similar: RPG 28.4%, Post-apocalyptic 27.7%, Action RPG 16.6%, Action 12.4%, Indie 4.9%

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 24.2%, RPG 18%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Indie 10.8%, Action 10.5%

The end is here. Life as you knew it has gone to hell after the mother of all zombie outbreaks. Now you and the few scattered survivors must band together to survive and rebuild in a 3rd-person action game set in a dynamic open world.

Why similar: Zombies 38.9%, Survival 22.3%, Post-apocalyptic 18.2%, RPG 8.6%, Action 4.8%

A uniquely stylised survival-horror adventure game. Explore a dying world, averting enemies, managing your resources, and solving puzzles.

Why similar: RPG 28.3%, Horror 20.7%, Action RPG 16%, Dark 13.4%, Story Rich 9.8%

3D rogue-like action game in a dark fantasy theme. Blow up thousands of malignants and find quality loot to improve your heroes for harder challenges.

Why similar: Zombies 22.5%, RPG 20%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Survival 14.1%, Action RPG 12.8%

From the creators of The Last Stand: Union City and Dead Zone comes an all-new singleplayer rogue-lite action adventure. After you become infected by the zombie virus, you set out to explore the post-apocalypse and find hope for your fellow survivors. You can still make a difference. Don't give up.

Why similar: Zombies 31.3%, Post-apocalyptic 26.7%, Survival 18.6%, Perma Death 8%, Action RPG 4.6%

Action RPG meets Roguelike in this atmospheric dungeon crawler. Spawned by two hardcore gamers, Sunken will constantly test your ability to adapt to a situation while it takes you through a dark journey of the one that has sinned.

Why similar: RPG 52.2%, Action 25%, Indie 22.7%

A 3D RPG !

Why similar: RPG 35.2%, Action RPG 26.3%, Action 13.7%, Third Person 9.1%, Story Rich 8.7%

Immerse yourself in retro top-down visuals as you face the horrors of Breckenridge Hall through intense first-person combat. Scavenge, solve puzzles, and upgrade your gear. Do whatever it takes to survive—but remember: You Will Die Here Tonight.

Why similar: Zombies 40.6%, RPG 15.6%, Action RPG 11.2%, Dark 10.7%, Horror 8.8%

Undungeon is a gorgeous Action/RPG driven by intense real-time combat and an immensely rich science fiction story. Travel between dimensions and change the world around you in an attempt to reconstruct the shattered Multiverse.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 31.2%, Action RPG 14.3%, RPG 14%, Hack and Slash 10%, Difficult 8.2%

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: RPG 28.2%, Action 13.7%, Action RPG 12.7%, Difficult 12.6%, Hack and Slash 11.7%

Shadows is the next chapter in the Heretic Kingdoms saga. Experience an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics. Take on the role of the Devourer, a demon that swallows the souls of the dead and then brings them back into the mortal realm as his puppets

Why similar: RPG 43.8%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Action RPG 10.7%, Indie 9.8%

Chernobylite is a science-fiction survival horror RPG. Set in the hyper-realistic, 3D-scanned wasteland of Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone, explore a non-linear storyline in your search to uncover the truth of your tortured past.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 37.6%, Survival 23.6%, RPG 18%, Horror 10.3%, Indie 4.5%

"Last Remains" is a highly challenging multiplayer zombie survival game. Players must survive in a city overrun by the undead, scavenging for food, arming themselves, avoiding zombies, searching for loot, plundering other survivors, and finding any possible way to escape.

Why similar: Zombies 49.2%, Post-apocalyptic 27.5%, Action 18.3%, Indie 5%

Knights Within is a hack&slash horde shooter with roguelite elements. Design custom loadouts, navigate procedurally generated levels and utilize random power-ups. Either solo or with friends, can you survive endless waves of enemies to ensure humanity's survival?

Why similar: Zombies 27.8%, Post-apocalyptic 27%, Alternate History 15.1%, Hack and Slash 14%, Difficult 8.7%