
Isernsmith is a gothic, crafting-heavy, RPG where you have to explore dungeons, gather resources, and forge new weapons and tools to overcome a tyrannical order that rules through dark forces.
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Isernsmith is a gothic, crafting-heavy, RPG where you have to explore dungeons, gather resources, and forge new weapons and tools to overcome a tyrannical order that rules through dark forces.

Tearscape
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.

Island Of Ash
A 3rd-person action-adventure inspired by cult classics. Explore a unique, solo-developed world and vanquish foes in intense battles. Level up your hero and reveal the secrets of a civilization that crumbled into dust five centuries ago.
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Gothic 26.7% ★, Souls-like 23.9%, Metroidvania 12.7%, Top-Down 11.2%, Exploration 7.1%
A 3rd-person action-adventure inspired by cult classics. Explore a unique, solo-developed world and vanquish foes in intense battles. Level up your hero and reveal the secrets of a civilization that crumbled into dust five centuries ago.
Why similar: Gothic 34.2% ★, Souls-like 23.1%, Crafting 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
In a world where love becomes a curse, Amaris—an awakened doll—uses the Flame of Love to survive and seek her truth.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.5%, Gothic 20% ★, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Open World 8.3%
An action packed pixel art styled, top down, RPG magic adventure game with rogue like elements and a sprinkle of mystery!
Why similar: Souls-like 29.8%, Top-Down 17.3%, Crafting 15.6%, RPG 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.7%
Dark, surreal point-and-click text adventure inspired by the poetics of Dark Souls. Guide the Wanderer through ruins and tombs in a purgatorial world.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.7%, Gothic 21.6% ★, Text-Based 18.7%, Lore-Rich 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%
A cozy souls-lite adventure about a small squirrel embarking on an epic quest to save her tribe from the corruption threatening to destroy their world. Upgrade your magical abilities, battle legendary guardians, and explore a dangerous, enchanted land in this 2D action-adventure.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.3%, Metroidvania 13.8%, Top-Down 12.7%, Lore-Rich 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.6%
Little Mage is an action-packed 2D Metroidvania where you play as an Æther Mage in a beautifully hand-drawn, high fantasy world. Explore the shattered city of Hornedrose, unleash elemental magic, battle fearsome bosses, and uncover the secrets of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Gothic 28% ★, Souls-like 20.7%, Lore-Rich 15.3%, Metroidvania 11%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
This is a semi open world ARPG game with HD2D pixel style. In the game, players will play the role of the story protagonist "Red haired Suka" and embark on an exciting adventure in a beautiful continent called Wind Canyon.
Why similar: Souls-like 23%, Metroidvania 15.1%, Lore-Rich 12.2%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Action-Adventure 9%
Dance on the Edge of Death. A single counter turns the battlefield into your stage. High-Mobility Counter × Build-Oriented 3D Soulslike Action :Leave even your regrets behind.:
Why similar: Gothic 32.8% ★, Souls-like 30.9%, RPG 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
Once you enter the Death Realm, you are bound to abandon hope. Do you think you can take on the most powerful?
Why similar: Gothic 32.3% ★, Souls-like 24.6%, Text-Based 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%
Signiverux is a Metroidvania-inspired action adventure with fluid gameplay and detailed graphics. Explore the depths of a mysterious castle in search for a way back home, enjoy fast ability progressions, search for powerful magic upgrades and grow your character by expanding the skill tree.
Why similar: Gothic 25.7% ★, Souls-like 21.2%, Metroidvania 14.4%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Open World 8.9%
Rise Achlys is a brutal gothic soulsvania and rogue-lite inspired by Castlevania. The story-driven game features a vampire protagonist and iconic characters like Dracula and Frankenstein, with time travel and fantasy themes.
Why similar: Souls-like 24%, Gothic 20.6% ★, Metroidvania 15.1%, Lore-Rich 13.6%, Action-Adventure 9%
Verho, a Dark RPG following the tradition of the King’s Field series, takes place after the catastrophic Era of Solitude, where masks have become the only protection against the Curse of Faces. Travel to the land of Yariv, find the source of this scourge and face its dangers.
Why similar: Gothic 25.6% ★, Souls-like 21.5%, Lore-Rich 14%, Metroidvania 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
The Golden Eyed Ghosts is a dark fantasy soulslike heavily influenced by the legacy of Zelda adventures, set in the crumbling kingdom of Andromeda. As exiled warrior Orion, search for a way to restore his memories and unravel a terrifying conspiracy.
Why similar: Gothic 26.3% ★, Souls-like 21.8%, Metroidvania 13.1%, Top-Down 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.4%, Metroidvania 18.9%, Lore-Rich 17.5%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Cartoony 5.6%
Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle
Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Lore-Rich 14.5%, Metroidvania 14.4%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Open World 8%
A free online multiplayer RPG that tells the tale of a realm whose history was lost to time! Battle through hoards of monsters, join up with other players you meet along the journey, and compete in enjoyable mini-games to rank in the leaderboards!
Why similar: Gothic 25% ★, Lore-Rich 15.5%, Top-Down 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Open World 9%
Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.8%, Metroidvania 16%, Lore-Rich 14.6%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Hand-drawn 7.4%
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Souls-like 27%, Metroidvania 16.7%, Open World 11.6%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%
Follow the call of an ancient crystal dagger toward the Forgotten Valley, now corrupted by the Stone Plague. Forgotten Blood is a single-player action RPG with an open map, inspired by King’s Field and the Souls series. Explore a interconnected world that rewards the players willing to take risks.
Why similar: Souls-like 34.2%, RPG 15.1%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Exploration 12.4%, Open World 9.3%
INVICTA: The Next Queen is a TopDown Soulslike game where a legendary warrior must fight her way through hell and claim her soul once more. Take the role of Moma as you explore the labyrinthian dungeons that make up the Circle of Greed and defeat King Midas in single combat.
Why similar: Gothic 27% ★, Souls-like 26.9%, Lore-Rich 12.8%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Exploration 8.3%
A girl befriends a strange and powerful creature; the duo goes on an interdimensional adventure in this 16-bit inspired top-down action-adventure! Explore environments both familiar and fantastical while engaging in precise and strategic combat with bizarre creatures.
Why similar: Souls-like 34.8%, Top-Down 14.3%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Exploration 11.9%
The Xerran Dominion is one step from becoming unstoppable. Your machines won’t survive - but you will. Control the environment and use their tech to your advantage. In this brutal sci-fi action RPG, the world is your weapon - and you are the trigger.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.9%, Metroidvania 15.4%, Lore-Rich 12.1%, RPG 9.6%, Top-Down 9.6%
The Light of Celestia is a story-driven action-adventure featuring intense combat and mystical exploration. Step into the role of Zoe, a destined protector bound to ancient magic, as she unravels the secrets of Eldoria. Confront dark forces, uncover lost truths, and embrace the light within.
Why similar: Gothic 27.5% ★, Souls-like 24.4%, Lore-Rich 13.7%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, RPG 9.5%
Chrono Sword is a somber souls-like action RPG uniquely crafted around time travel. Stepping beyond the limits of pixel graphics, players travel between the past and future to uncover the complicated truths of the destruction of this world, all set within this beautiful, intricately-crafted realm.
Why similar: Gothic 33.5% ★, Souls-like 31.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Open World 5.5%
Mecha-Moe bullet hell action meets sandbox exploration and souls-like boss hunting! Experience the thrill of a classic twin-stick shooter, reimagined for keyboard and mouse precision. All Maidbots are fully voiced, bringing every battle to life. Fans call it "The Maidbot Game".
Why similar: Souls-like 24.2%, Lore-Rich 13.2%, Top-Down 9.9%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.5%, Metroidvania 15.7%, Lore-Rich 12.6%, Top-Down 10%, RPG 8.7%
Eydigard is a third-person co-op action RPG where players shapeshift into animals to fight, explore, and reclaim cursed farms in plague-ridden 1500s Norway. Inspired by Norwegian and Sámi folktales, it blends historical fantasy with challenging boss fights and a grounded, story-rich world.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.2%, Crafting 18.5%, Lore-Rich 12.7%, Open World 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.1%
This game is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls. Skelethrone: The Prey is a free prequel to the main game, setting the stage for the events that will unfold throughout Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona campaign.
Why similar: Gothic 27% ★, Souls-like 26.1%, Metroidvania 16.8%, Lore-Rich 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
Explore a world that changes everyday where you’ll hunt weird monsters called ‘Apomo.’ Catch and cook fish to get buffs, collect bugs to cast spells, and find gear to fit your play style.
Why similar: Souls-like 37.1%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, Top-Down 16.1%, Exploration 11.1%, Open World 10.2%
Made by Triunfo Game Studios, "Sina" is an action-adventure game with Souls Like elements. With a great focus on its story, scenario development and fluid combat, this game provides a memorable experience for anyone who dares to challenge their fate.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.4%, Lore-Rich 21.2%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Exploration 10.3%, Top-Down 9.3%
Hunt the Night is a dark fantasy action-RPG where you play as Vesper, a Stalker fighting to reclaim a world annihilated by horrors. Slash through dungeons, endure brutal bosses, and wield forbidden powers in a relentless struggle against the Night itself.
Why similar: Gothic 38.1% ★, Souls-like 29.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Top-Down 9.8%, Female Protagonist 5.5%
DreamKiller is a 2D side-scrolling action game that combines strategy cards with intense combat. Control Irene as she navigates a world where dreams and reality merge, piecing together the shattered Dream Interpretation Codex. Use card-switching to unleash powerful skills in a Souls-like challenge.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.8%, Lore-Rich 19%, Metroidvania 16.9%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.1%, Metroidvania 23.8%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Gothic 12.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 5.5%
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 18%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Open World 8.5%
Elusive is a borrower metroidvania combining 3D and 2D scenarios in a Giant House. Use your smallness to find resources in every corner, craft new tools and survive challenges with your acrobatic skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.8%, Souls-like 17.5%, Crafting 12.9%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
Traverse an old, abandoned cathedral filled with grotesque monsters and bloodthirsty vampires. Overcome relentless enemies and heart-pounding boss fights with your choice of weapons, spells and accessories in this macabre 2D Action-RPG.
Why similar: Gothic 25.2% ★, Souls-like 25.1%, Metroidvania 14.6%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
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: Souls-like 26.4%, Lore-Rich 19%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, RPG 8.9%
Delve into a gritty, raw and atmospheric fantasy world in which every action has a consequence. In the epic world of Risen, filled with mysterious earthquakes, fearsome monsters and unimaginable treasures, forge your path with the sword, learn the art of staff fighting or become a powerful mage.
Why similar: Gothic 41.8% ★, RPG 21.7%, Open World 19.8%, Exploration 6.3%, Dark Fantasy 3.8%
Kena’s journey to cure her affliction leads to the island of Kosmora, plagued by mysterious corruption. To save Kosmora, she must master the elements with the aid of spirit companions in this action-packed and heartfelt adventure.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.7%, Metroidvania 16.6%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Exploration 9.9%, Lore-Rich 9.3%
Never let your light go out. Wield a powerful flame, overcome menacing creatures and explore the shadows of a ruined castle in this compelling 2.5D action adventure platformer which features a unique dynamic difficulty system.
Why similar: Gothic 27.8% ★, Metroidvania 17.7%, Souls-like 16.2%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Exploration 7.8%
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, Metroidvania 17.2%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Exploration 9.2%
Noctheria is an Action-adventure mixed with Survival Horror inspired by the N64 era. Play as The Novice in a quest to save the Kingdom of Alabadusk, explore Temples, solve Puzzles and meet odd characters in a cursed dark fantasy world.
Why similar: Gothic 33.8% ★, Souls-like 23.6%, Metroidvania 14.1%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Exploration 7.6%
"Lost Dream Chronicle" is a 3D ARPG that combines campus simulation with a 3D sandbox Metroidvania. The story follows a young adult, "Xiao Nan," who after graduating from university, enters society as a high school chemistry teacher, only to find herself trapped in dreams.
Why similar: Gothic 27.7% ★, Souls-like 24.5%, Metroidvania 16%, Action-Adventure 11%, RPG 10.4%
Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.5%, Metroidvania 16.6%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Open World 8.8%
Recover scattered gem shards in this puzzle-filled, exploration-driven Metroidvania to restore balance and return home.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.7%, Metroidvania 17%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Open World 9.2%
VELASTER is a gruesome 3D side-scrolling action combat game set in the Middle-earth called Malum. You will find yourself growing in battles against various monsters and bosses. Take revenge that remains in your fading memories.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.6%, Gothic 21.5% ★, Metroidvania 17%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Exploration 8.5%
Journey as Orpheus in this 2D top-down RPG: play your lyre, battle dark forces, and strive to reunite with Eurydice.
Why similar: Gothic 25% ★, Metroidvania 18.3%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Exploration 11.2%, RPG 8.8%
Hemlon the Grey is a 2D Souls-like game focused on deflection-based action, where life and death are decided at the edge of the blade. Follow the story of Hemlon, half-demon warrior, slay disrupters and uncover the secrets behind The Broken Wings and the Republic of Reinz.
Why similar: Souls-like 39.2%, RPG 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Lore-Rich 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
A neo-gothic manga action RPG where your choices shape your enemies. Powerful bosses aren’t always foes. Get on their wrong side and they’ll hunt you, understand them and they may stand beside you. Fight through a ruined world with skill-driven combat where every decision has weight.
Why similar: Gothic 33.8% ★, Souls-like 20.6%, Top-Down 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
Top-down 3D action-adventure with the spirit of 90s classics. Tight combat, handcrafted dungeons, clever puzzles, and modern pacing. Collect enchanted masks to channel primal powers, brave ancient alien trials, and awaken the island’s lost protectors.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.2%, Top-Down 21%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, Metroidvania 15.2%, Exploration 11.7%
The world has been abandoned by its gods and is scarred from the rampage of the Titans. Humanity is struggling to regain strength. You, however, have more pressing concerns: your own life has been shattered and you must set off to reclaim what is lost amidst the darkness spreading throughout the world.
Why similar: Gothic 47.5% ★, RPG 20.6%, Open World 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 5.3%, Story Rich 2.6%
Play as Emlis, a slime, explore an interconnected world, and fight enemies using elemental powers. Recover stolen elemental spirits from invaders to save the corrupted forest Soleen. Uncover secrets, defeat bosses, restore spirits to bring back life.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.8%, Metroidvania 17.5%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Lore-Rich 13.3%, Top-Down 11.4%
Awaken as the Lost Guardian and reclaim your forgotten past. Explore a vast dark fantasy world, battle spectral foes, and shape your destiny in a story-driven open world where every choice matters.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.9%, Action-Adventure 13%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, RPG 10.9%, Exploration 10.3%
Explore the mysterious islands of Bridgelands, fight dangerous creatures, gather resources, and craft powerful gear. Discover hidden secrets, upgrade your tools, and dive into fast-paced battles across ever-changing islands. An action-packed adventure full of exploration and combat awaits.
Why similar: Crafting 25.6%, Action-Adventure 15%, Open World 13.7%, Top-Down 12.1%, RPG 10.5%
BJORN is an RPG platformer with a linear and dramatic storyline You have to save your family, which was kidnapped by the hero's evil brother. As you progress through the plot, you will learn the story of the enmity between the brothers.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.8%, Metroidvania 15.7%, Crafting 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Female Protagonist 9.8%
Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.
Why similar: Gothic 25.6% ★, Souls-like 25.5%, Metroidvania 16.3%, Lore-Rich 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
Mysterious is a dark mythical metroidvania, where you travel between physical and astral worlds in order to explore the source of dark matter.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.5%, Metroidvania 16.9%, Open World 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Female Protagonist 8.4%
敵の猛攻を掻い潜り、撃破していく高難易度アクション。大鎌使いとなりホムンクルスに支配された街を取り戻しましょう。
Why similar: Gothic 55.6% ★, Souls-like 23%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Action 7.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%
Switch between characters, use your grappling hook to explore a phantom island, home to mammoths. Face threats from hunters and choose to play stealthily or confront the dangers head-on. Inspired by real events. Wishlist today!
Why similar: Souls-like 27.9%, Metroidvania 16.6%, Lore-Rich 11.9%, Top-Down 11.9%, Action-Adventure 11%