Games Like Judgment

In this action-adventure thriller, detective Takayuki Yagami goes undercover to unravel a string of twisted crimes at a high school in Yokohama, Japan. Crack the case and some skulls with brutal combat featuring three unique fighting styles and an arsenal of private eye tricks.

Why similar: 3D Fighter 12.1%, Beat 'em up 11.5%, Conspiracy 9.9% ★, Crime 8.7%, Cinematic 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel to Judgment, it continues the story of Takayuki Yagami with refined combat and expanded investigative mechanics.

Unwind a 10 billion yen conspiracy in Tokyo's red-light district, fueled by your fists and unyielding resolve that will make you a legend.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.8%, Crime 22.9%, Martial Arts 14.4% ★, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Action 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful remake of the original Yakuza that serves as a perfect entry point for the series' signature blend of melodrama and street fighting.

Step into Japan's criminal underworld in this explosive action brawler starring legendary yakuza, Kazuma Kiryu, who is hellbent on unraveling the truth around his daughter's tragic accident.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.3%, Crime 29.2%, Third Person 10.5%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This entry introduced the Dragon Engine, providing the cinematic presentation and seamless transitions between exploration and combat that define the Judgment experience.

Face off against the most powerful yakuza in the Kansai region of Japan in an explosive conflict between rival clans, loaded with brutal brawling action, immersive exploration, and unforgettable experiences.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.3%, Crime 21%, Martial Arts 14.5% ★, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Utilizing the Dragon Engine, this title offers fluid combat and a dense, atmospheric recreation of Kamurocho that feels very similar to Judgment.

ERASE YOUR PAST TO PROTECT YOUR FUTURE Once a legendary yakuza, Kazuma Kiryu faked his own death and abandoned his name for the sake of protecting his family. Now, he is thrust into conflict by a mysterious figure attempting to drive him out of hiding.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42%, Martial Arts 22.2% ★, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Action 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title returns to the real-time brawler combat style of the Yakuza series, featuring a high-stakes story that mirrors the intensity of Judgment.

The Definitive Edition of the critically acclaimed, award winning open-world action adventure, reworked, rebuilt and re-mastered for the new generation. With all previously available DLC included and a wealth of tech and visual improvements, Hong Kong has never felt so alive.

Why similar: Crime 36.1%, Martial Arts 36% ★, Third Person 12.1%, Action 7.7%, Beat 'em up 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world crime thriller set in Hong Kong that perfectly balances intense martial arts combat with undercover police investigation.

When a dark secret brings a loan shark, a death-row inmate, a corrupt cop and the legendary yakuza Kazuma Kiryu together the resulting war in Kamurocho might level the district to the ground.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.4%, Crime 25.7%, Third Person 11.1%, Action 10.6%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Introduces multiple protagonists and a sprawling urban conspiracy that echoes the multi-layered mystery found in Judgment.

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: Beat 'em up 32.4%, Martial Arts 27.1% ★, Crime 14.6%, Third Person 10%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A pure martial arts brawler that demands mastery of parrying and positioning, capturing the high-stakes intensity of Judgment's combat encounters.

Become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma and embark on an epic action adventure story set in a heated historical Japan. Turn the tide of battle with legendary gun and sword combat to change the course of history in search for justice.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.2%, Hack and Slash 21.3%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Action 9.7%, Martial Arts 7.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: A historical spin-off that translates the series' signature combat and dramatic storytelling into a compelling samurai setting.

Get ready for a Yakuza experience of unprecedented scale! Follow five characters across five Japanese cities, each trying to achieve their dream. The connections between them bring them together, but the conflict that unfolds is nothing any of them could have predicted.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.2%, Crime 30.4%, Third Person 10.7%, Action 9.4%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, content-rich entry that expands the scope of the series' urban exploration and side-activity depth.

Kazuma Kiryu has earned his retirement on the sandy beaches of Okinawa. But when a deadly power struggle arrives on his doorstep, he’ll have to walk the streets of Kamurocho to escape his past for good. Complete The Dragon of Dojima’s journey.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.7%, Crime 26.7%, Third Person 11%, Action 9.2%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: While older, it provides essential context for the series' world and features the classic brawler combat that Judgment evolved from.

In his fight to climb the ranks and do what's right, LAPD detective Cole Phelps must unravel the truth behind a string of arson attacks, conspiracies, and brutal murders, battling the L.A. underworld and even members of his own department.

Why similar: Detective 32.4%, Crime 29.3%, Cinematic 11.2%, Investigation 10.1%, Third Person 7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the detective aspect of crime-solving, requiring players to interrogate suspects and piece together clues in a noir-inspired setting.

Batman™: Arkham Knight brings the award-winning Arkham trilogy from Rocksteady Studios to its epic conclusion. Developed exclusively for New-Gen platforms, Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady's uniquely designed version of the Batmobile.

Why similar: Detective 28.6%, Beat 'em up 23.6%, Third Person 18.6%, Action 11.6%, Dark 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a sophisticated detective mode and fluid, rhythmic brawler combat that will feel instantly familiar to fans of Yagami's fighting style.

Become Ichiban Kasuga, a low-ranking yakuza grunt left on the brink of death by the man he trusted most. Take up your legendary bat and get ready to crack some underworld skulls in dynamic RPG combat set against the backdrop of modern-day Japan.

Why similar: Crime 51.7%, Adventure 21.6%, Action 20.4%, Third Person 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: While it shifts to turn-based combat, it maintains the series' incredible heart, humor, and deep urban storytelling.

In this story-driven detective thriller, a young Sherlock Holmes struggles to prove himself as he navigates an exotic, dangerous island in the Mediterranean to investigate the mystery of his mother’s death.

Why similar: Detective 27.3%, Crime 26.3%, Investigation 13.9%, Action-Adventure 9%, Third Person 9%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world detective game that emphasizes deduction, evidence gathering, and investigation, much like the detective segments in Judgment.

Two larger-than-life heroes, Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu are brought together by the hand of fate, or perhaps something more sinister… Live it up in Japan and explore all that Hawaii has to offer in an RPG adventure so big it spans the Pacific.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.4%, Martial Arts 25.8% ★, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Action 13.1%, Adventure 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, high-production sequel that continues the series' tradition of blending serious crime drama with absurd side content.

Immerse yourself in a dramatic yet charming and witty world of evidence-gathering, deduction and courtroom battles with this double-pack of the adventures of rookie lawyer Ryunosuke.

Why similar: Detective 58.5%, Mystery 15%, Adventure 13.4%, 3D 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep dive into the legal and investigative side of crime dramas, focusing on courtroom battles and logical deduction.

SEGA®’s most requested re-release of all time finally comes to a new generation. Shenmue delivers an epic story of revenge within a unique open world that is still unrivalled in depth and detail. Return to the epic saga that defined modern gaming. The saga begins…again.

Why similar: Martial Arts 55.8% ★, Beat 'em up 16.7%, Adventure 12.7%, Action 9.3%, Third Person 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: The spiritual predecessor to the RGG style, offering a slow-burn detective mystery and immersive life simulation in a detailed urban environment.

Become Phoenix Wright and experience the thrill of battle as you fight to save your innocent clients in a court of law. Play all 14 episodes, spanning the first three games, in one gorgeous collection.

Why similar: Detective 51.2%, Crime 33.4%, Mystery 10.3%, Adventure 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive legal drama experience that captures the thrill of uncovering the truth through sharp investigation and courtroom confrontation.

A former member of the criminal underworld is lured back into “the life” by a mysterious drone claiming they have until sunrise to prevent a citywide criminal takeover together.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 65.2%, Action 11.1%, Modern 10%, 3D 8.1%, Martial Arts 5.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, isometric brawler that focuses on environmental combat and fluid movement, echoing the kinetic energy of Yagami's fighting styles.

Tokyo's population has vanished, and deadly supernatural forces prowl the streets. Use an arsenal of elemental abilities to unravel the truth behind the disappearance and save Tokyo.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 42%, Realistic 17.2%, Action 16.8%, Mystery 15.9%, Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the atmosphere of a modern, supernatural Tokyo with a focus on exploration and unique combat abilities.

Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain & his crew. Engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and treasure.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.1%, Cinematic 19.2%, Third Person 16.3%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Action 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: The latest spin-off that brings the series' signature combat and eccentric side-stories to a new, tropical setting.

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."

Why similar: Third Person 45.3%, Action 20.8%, 3D 17.6%, Adventure 16.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines deep historical action-RPG mechanics with a focus on cinematic storytelling and tactical combat choices.

Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 46.9%, Third Person 15.8%, Action-Adventure 14.9%, Adventure 8.8%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented spin-off that features fast-paced combat and a strong focus on character-driven storytelling.

Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.

Why similar: Third Person 34.6%, Dark 32.8%, 3D 16.6%, Adventure 16%

Why You'll Like It: While a JRPG, it shares the high-production value and dark, supernatural themes often explored in RGG studio titles.

Shenmue III sees the eagerly anticipated continuation of the epic story-driven saga. Take control of Ryo Hazuki, a teenage martial artist, determined to unravel the mystery behind his father's murder and to exact revenge on the killer.

Why similar: Martial Arts 51.3% ★, Action 19.4%, Adventure 19.3%, Third Person 10%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the legacy of the original series with a focus on martial arts training and methodical investigation.

Embody a hard-boiled detective seeking bloody justice. in an old-school, Korean-style beat-’em-up. Plow through the criminal underworld to find and punish those responsible for his sister's death...before his mind unravels and his vengeance completely destroys him.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.3%, Martial Arts 20% ★, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Crime 10%, Detective 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, violent beat-em-up that shares the dark, revenge-driven themes found in the Judgment narrative.

Discover the decadence and danger of 1980's Japan as you fight like hell through its neon-lit entertainment districts in the definitive edition of the action-adventure crime drama that created yakuza legends.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.3%, Crime 24%, Martial Arts 13.1% ★, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Action 7.9%

YAKUZA KIWAMI 3 is an extreme remake of the action-adventure beat 'em up Yakuza 3 featuring ex-yakuza Kazuma Kiryu's fight to protect those he loves. DARK TIES is a brand-new game featuring Yoshitaka Mine from Yakuza 3 included as a separate action-packed experience.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Crime 20.5%, Martial Arts 14.4% ★, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Action 7.5%

Get Batman: Arkham City and all DLC for one low price with the release of the GOTY Edition!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.6%, Third Person 19.7%, Detective 16%, Action 12.7%, Cinematic 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an iconic blend of detective work and free-flow combat in a contained, atmospheric urban environment.

The story of apprentice detective and Devil Summoner extraordinaire Raidou Kuzunoha XIV returns in this remastered classic! Call upon your demons to solve supernatural mysteries and dispose of enemies.

Why similar: Detective 20.8%, Third Person 15.7%, Action-Adventure 14.9%, Investigation 13.2%, Dark 10.9%

Experience a fantastic adventure with unique gameplay that blends investigation, action and exploration in a breath-taking thriller that will test the limits of your nerves and intelligence. Play as the great detective and track down evil in the darkest corners of London and the human soul…

Why similar: Detective 26.1%, Crime 26%, Investigation 11.9%, Third Person 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A solid detective game that tasks players with solving complex cases through observation and logical reasoning.

Yuma, an amnesiac detective-in-training, and Shinigami, the spirit haunting him, tackle unsolved mysteries.

Why similar: Detective 38.7%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Adventure 12.8%, Third Person 12.1%, 3D 8.3%

Join rookie attorney Apollo Justice and his mentor, the legendary Phoenix Wright, in this collection of 3 games! This title features 16 episodes (including previously DLC-only episodes) and supports English, French, German, Japanese Korean, and Traditional and Simplified Chinese.

Why similar: Detective 31.6%, Crime 27.4%, Investigation 20.1%, Adventure 8.6%, Mystery 6.9%

Pardon or kill. Let the madness begin! Take on the nefarious attractions of Yurukill Land for a chance to prove your innocence!

Why similar: Crime 33.4%, Detective 26.9%, Dark 11%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Adventure 8.1%

Dive into the neon-drenched deep underground of Tokyo as Kobayashi, a deadly assassin who harnesses the power of blood energy. Use your sword, mystical abilities and powerful weapons to assassinate highly dangerous maniacs and stop the invasion of the brutal Flatliners terrorizing Tokyo.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 36.8%, 3D 25.3%, Action 22.4%, Adventure 15.5%

Special Agents Mizuki and Ryuki, along with their AI partners Aiba and Tama, are tasked to solve the bizarre Half Body serial killings in this sequel to the critically acclaimed AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES.

Why similar: Conspiracy 25.5% ★, Detective 23.9%, Crime 19.7%, Investigation 15.9%, Mystery 6.9%

A beat ‘em up adventure with paperboard style characters in which you can punch a lot and feel your adrenaline soar with so much action and rock and roll!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, Martial Arts 21.3% ★, Detective 17.2%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Action-Adventure 8.6%

Through victory and defeat, traverse the merciless trials of hell.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 41.5%, Martial Arts 30.7% ★, Action 13%, Third Person 9.6%, 3D 5.2%

Miles Edgeworth's dramatic turnabouts take center stage! Experience both Ace Attorney Investigations games in one gorgeous collection! Investigate crime scenes and solve tough, intriguing cases through logic and deduction. When Edgeworth's past and present collide, his future begins!

Why similar: Crime 33.7%, Detective 26.8%, Investigation 24.1%, Mystery 7.8%, Adventure 7.6%

A kidnapping on the streets of Shibuya brings together a hot-blooded detective, hard-hitting journalist, former gang leader, the head researcher of a big pharma manufacturer and a part-timer stuck in cat costume for a series of events each more unexpected and outrageous than the last.

Why similar: Detective 44.1%, Mystery 29.9%, Adventure 26%

As Wei Shen, an undercover cop trying to take down the Triads, you'll have to fight your way up the organization without blowing your cover.

Why similar: Martial Arts 36.9% ★, Crime 33%, Third Person 15.8%, Action 9.5%, Adventure 4.8%

Immerse yourself in neon, smoke, and high-stakes legal gambles as a Defense Attorney with uniquely Killer insights in this episodic, diabolically stylish visual novel adventure game.

Why similar: Detective 74.3%, Logic 25.7%

Fight to clear your name in this action 2D fighting game from Alligator Friends Software! Professional sports and the big ring played a major role in his life. This continued until he was accused of a murder he didn't commit. Once in prison, the hero realizes that it is possible to restore justice..

Why similar: 3D Fighter 46.6%, Crime 23.3%, Third Person 12.4%, 3D 6.2%, Action 6.2%

As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman Hiroki is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.

Why similar: Cinematic 21.8%, Martial Arts 20.9% ★, Hack and Slash 20%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Third Person 11%

This is a suspense reasoning interactive work with real people. You will play the protagonist "Qi Yi", find evidence in a series of murders, piece together the truth, and find the ultimate murderer, all of which will lead you to an unpredictable future.

Why similar: Cinematic 23.3%, Detective 23.3%, Crime 21.7%, Investigation 11.7%, Logic 10%

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: Cinematic 29.5%, Action-Adventure 19.7%, Third Person 17.4%, Action 12.1%, Adventure 11.6%

5% of murder cases remain unsolved... it's time to open up these cases and confront the supernatural with forensic science! Solve cases by analyzing evidence and consulting with specialists. Enter a world that artfully blends 2D illustration and real-life visuals!

Why similar: Crime 24.1%, Cinematic 20.6%, Detective 19.4%, Investigation 13.6%, Realistic 12.8%

Fight your way to the top in this HD remaster of everyone's favorite assassin action game! As all-American otaku Travis Touchdown, use your trusty beam katana to hack-and-slash though the competition and claim the title of world's #1 assassin!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.9%, Hack and Slash 30.9%, Action 10.6%, Third Person 9.9%, 3D 4.7%

The samurai detective visual novel! Solve crimes and pass judgment on vigilantes, officials, inventors, and brigands to protect a city of eternal cherry blossoms.

Why similar: Detective 71.4%, Mystery 15.4%, Adventure 13.2%

Whisper Trip is a fast-paced side-scrolling co-op action game with cyberpunk elements. You are a new employee of the TPF (Tactical Police Force), a unit dedicated to the prevention of terrorist activities and the destruction of criminal groups...

Why similar: 3D Fighter 26.5%, Beat 'em up 25.6%, Martial Arts 19.6% ★, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Third Person 9.1%

Grab a backpack, boxing tape, and focus on what high school is all about: Beating the ever loving crap out of one another! Troublemaker blends favorite action-adventure-beat-'em-up elements from the strongest traditions in the genre.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.7%, 3D Fighter 22.6%, Martial Arts 17.2% ★, Hack and Slash 12%, Third Person 6.7%

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 60.7%, Action 39.3%

The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.3%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Action 14.5%, Adventure 9.3%, 3D 7.9%

Trials of Innocence is an indie courtroom detective game. Step into the shoes of the main character, rookie lawyer Luna Ray, and navigate her journey through the legal world. Unravel a shocking conspiracy that changes the fate of many, including herself, and confront her inner choices.

Why similar: Detective 31.2%, Crime 30.5%, Investigation 16.5%, Logic 9.8%, Mystery 7.1%

Explore a supernatural RPG with stylish summoners and dark dangers lurking under the neon lights of a cyberpunk Japan. It is up to Ringo, an agent of Aion, to save the world from apocalypse.

Why similar: Mystery 100%

Paint the screen red and travel the cosmos in this bloodstained action adventure game! Witness the latest from Grasshopper Manufacture: the advent of ULTRA-VIOLENT SCIENCE FICTION!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.8%, Action-Adventure 19.9%, Action 16%, Realistic 15.8%, Adventure 13.2%