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  1. #1 Katana Soul
    97% matchVery Positive97% of 73 reviews2019
    Dev: SEEP
    Windows

    Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.

    Why similar: Violent 33%, Samurai 23.9%, Gore 20.6%, Action 8.3%, Difficult 6.1%

  2. #2 We Who Are About To Die
    96% matchVery Positive88% of 8,249 reviews2022
    Dev: Jordy Lakiere
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Fight & strategize your way through spectacles and arenas - rise from lowly slave to Grand Champion and earn your freedom. Or... die trying. This Gladiator RPG Roguelite features in-depth career management and a unique physics simulated combat system. To those who are about to die, I salute you!

    Why similar: Swordplay 27.2%, Historical 13.4%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Roguelite 11%, Gore 10.9%

  3. #3 Half Sword
    96% matchMixed67% of 23,994 reviews2026
    Dev: Half Sword GamesPub: Game Seer Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Half Sword is a physics-based medieval combat simulator featuring historically accurate XV-century arms and armor. We are not afraid to show the brutal nature of medieval combat with in-depth blood and gore features.

    Why similar: Swordplay 29.6%, Fighting 18%, Gore 16.9%, Historical 13.2%, Hack and Slash 7.7%

  4. #4 GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon
    95% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,130 reviews2022
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Death is not the end: defeat infernal foes until you die and carry on the fight with your eternal soul and memories in a new body!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.6%, Swordplay 18.4%, Violent 13.5%, Roguelike 13.5%, Difficult 11.4%

  5. #5 Katanaut
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 381 reviews2025
    Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.

    Why similar: Samurai 35.6%, Souls-like 16.4%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Roguelite 9.7%, Roguelike 8.7%

  6. #6 Pixel Samurai
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 131 reviews2022
    Dev: ArtofKingsgame
    Windows

    A journey of a lost samurai. Encounter five samurai and challenge them to a duel. Unleash your katana strike and deflect incoming attacks. Fight for honor or die with shame.

    Why similar: Swordplay 55.9%, Difficult 19.7%, Souls-like 7.8%, Indie 7.5%, Action 7.1%

  7. #7 Sifu
    93% matchVery Positive92% of 26,757 reviews2023
    Dev: Sloclap
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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: Souls-like 21.3%, Swordplay 18%, Fighting 16.4%, Difficult 13.3%, Gore 9.7%

  8. #8 Devil Slayer - Raksasi
    92% matchVery Positive85% of 2,848 reviews2021
    Dev: GlassesCatGames
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.

    Why similar: Violent 17.2%, Souls-like 16.1%, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Roguelite 11.2%, Difficult 11%

  9. #9 GLADIUM
    91% matchMostly Positive73% of 84 reviews2021
    Dev: Eirik Wiklund
    Windows

    Unforgiving boss fights. Gory pixels. Glorious fast-paced gladiatorial action-combat. Analyze your opponents weakness, adapt your strategy and colour the sands with the blood of your enemies.

    Why similar: Fighting 22.7%, Violent 15.7%, Historical 13.8%, Souls-like 13.4%, Hack and Slash 9.5%

  10. #10 Bannerman
    91% matchMostly Positive76% of 152 reviews2017
    Dev: Armitage Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Bannerman is a gritty and atmospheric medieval action/adventure with a bleak narrative and focus on historically accurate, challenging skill-based swordfighting!

    Why similar: Swordplay 39.4%, Violent 26%, Gore 16.1%, Difficult 6.5%, Action 6.2%

  11. #11 First Cut: Samurai Duel
    89% matchVery Positive89% of 1,925 reviews2024
    Dev: Night Eyes Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Every strike is lethal in this blood-soaked sword fighting game. Slash, clash, parry, dodge and watch limbs fly. Choose your move carefully - the first cut is also the last.

    Why similar: Swordplay 28.1%, Fighting 21.4%, Gore 14.9%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Historical 13.3%

  12. #12 The Spirit of the Samurai
    89% matchMixed60% of 452 reviews2024
    Dev: Digital Mind Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    A village in peril. A samurai reanimated. An Oni advancing. Fight an army of undead warriors and Japanese monsters as a human, a Kodama, and a cat in this 2D stop-motion action adventure.

    Why similar: Swordplay 28.2%, Violent 17.5%, Gore 16.1%, Souls-like 14.7%, Hack and Slash 9.9%

  13. #13 Slice, Dice & Rice
    90% matchMixed64% of 734 reviews2017
    Dev: Dojo GamesPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Slice Dice & Rice is an indie fighting game with no health bars. Inspired by Bushido Blade, it revolves around the idea of finding an opening in opponents defense and ending the round with a single, clean hit.

    Why similar: Fighting 39.4%, Violent 21.3%, Gore 15.1%, Action 12.5%, Realistic 4.7%

  14. #14 Until You Fall
    87% matchVery Positive94% of 3,293 reviews2020
    Dev: Schell Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Fantasy and synthwave collide in this physically active VR sword fighting game. Grow stronger as you battle through an awesome neon environment and strike down magic-infused monstrosities in this hack-and-slash roguelite. Fight. Fall. Rise Again.

    Why similar: Swordplay 34.7%, Fighting 24.3%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Roguelite 11.2%, Roguelike 7.4%

  15. #15 BRUTAL KATANA
    86% matchVery Positive97% of 75 reviews2024
    Dev: Jonathan Fasth
    Windows

    Slice meat statues in half as quickly as possible. An easy to learn but hard to master game with satisfying parkour movement and combat.

    Why similar: Violent 44.5%, Gore 21.7%, Action 15.4%, Indie 13.2%, Singleplayer 5.1%

  16. #16 Kiai Resonance
    88% matchMostly Positive79% of 218 reviews2015
    Dev: Absorb Reality
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    One strike can end it all. Step into multiplayer samurai duels where precision, timing, and skill decide who survives. Hone your mastery through deadly challenges.

    Why similar: Fighting 39.4%, Swordplay 36.8%, Action 10%, Indie 7.9%, Simulation 6%

  17. #17 Heretical
    85% matchVery Positive85% of 978 reviews2024
    Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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

    Why similar: Souls-like 34.1%, Hack and Slash 25.4%, Roguelite 21%, Roguelike 8.5%, Atmospheric 8%

  18. #18 Katana ZERO
    84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,917 reviews2019
    Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

    Why similar: Violent 29.4%, Hack and Slash 22.4%, Gore 15.3%, Action 12.2%, Difficult 12.2%

  19. #19 Unto The End
    86% matchMostly Positive76% of 471 reviews2020
    Dev: 2 Ton Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Master tactical sword fighting combat, or discover ways to avoid bloodshed. A journey that trusts you from beginning to end.

    Why similar: Swordplay 45.1%, Violent 16.9%, Action 10.8%, Atmospheric 7.2%, Gore 6.3%

  20. #20 Shattered Realm Rebirth
    82% matchVery Positive94% of 83 reviews2026
    Dev: kingnagame
    Windows

    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: Roguelite 28.5%, Hack and Slash 26.5%, Roguelike 17%, Action 16.4%, Atmospheric 6.6%

  21. #21 Hellish Quart
    82% matchVery Positive89% of 8,300 reviews2021
    Dev: Kubold
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    A physics-based, realistic 3D sword-fighting game. Immerse yourself in a cinematic adventure, utilizing real sword-fighting martial arts and a variety of historically accurate weapons to survive brutal duels in 17th century Poland. Featuring single-player modes and a LOCAL 2-player mode.

    Why similar: Swordplay 53.9%, Historical 26.1%, Realistic 13.1%, Action 6.9%

  22. #22 Within the blade
    83% matchVery Positive86% of 354 reviews2019
    Dev: Ametist studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Bloody stealth platformer, about the ninja in which you cut the enemies into pieces.

    Why similar: Gore 20.2%, Violent 19.4%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action 12.9%, Difficult 12.7%

  23. #23 Katana X
    84% matchMostly Positive73% of 115 reviews2017
    Dev: Aargle, LLC
    Windows

    Katana X is a sword simulation action game designed specifically for VR utilizing tracked motion controls. This game takes real physical skill of body control and hand–eye coordination to get high scores. If you like motion gaming, swordplay, and having a serious workout session, this is the game for you.

    Why similar: Action 40.2%, Indie 30.1%, Simulation 29.8%

  24. #24 Akane
    81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,868 reviews2018
    Dev: Ludic Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    2121 A.D, with no escape options, Akane prepares for her final battle in the rain-soaked neon streets of Mega-Tokyo. Akane is an arena arcade slasher. Take out as many yakuza as possible, slashing and shooting in a one-hit-one-kill fight to the death.

    Why similar: Violent 31.7%, Gore 22.2%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action 9.3%, Indie 7.8%

  25. #25 WuJiDaoRen
    81% matchMixed48% of 145 reviews2023
    Dev: indielight IncubatorPub: Gamirror Games
    Windows

    WuJiDaoRen is a physics-based fighting game, that can put you back into the classic Kung Fu films. Play as a mighty hero to challenge the most dangerous villains in the world and bring peace to the people.

    Why similar: Swordplay 25.1%, Fighting 24.5%, Violent 13.7%, Hack and Slash 11%, Gore 8.5%

  26. #26 VOIN
    76% matchVery Positive93% of 3,092 reviews2024
    Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    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: Souls-like 27.1%, Hack and Slash 20.4%, Roguelite 14.3%, Gore 13.2%, Roguelike 12.5%

  27. #27 Samurai Bringer
    78% matchVery Positive87% of 1,074 reviews2022
    Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Samurai Bringer is a roguelite action game with levels which change with every playthrough, where you cut down hordes of Samurai and Demons to collect combat techniques and polish your fighting style in order to defeat Yamata-no-Orochi, the eight-headed dragon of Japanese mythology.

    Why similar: Historical 26.5%, Hack and Slash 23.1%, Roguelite 19.4%, Roguelike 16%, Action 8.6%

  28. #28 A Bastard's Tale
    80% matchVery Positive81% of 387 reviews2015
    Dev: No Pest Productions
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    A game about parrying, attacking, and overcoming difficult foes

    Why similar: Swordplay 37.8%, Indie 21.6%, Difficult 18.4%, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Action 9.4%

  29. #29 Slash or Die
    79% matchVery Positive86% of 256 reviews2016
    Dev: ClickGames
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    In this game you will face violence and extraordinary complexity. You will have to become one of three heroes to slash enemies or to die from their hands. What will your hero do? It depends only on your skills…

    Why similar: Souls-like 34.4%, Hack and Slash 24.9%, Roguelite 19%, Difficult 13.6%, Action 6.3%

  30. #30 In Celebration of Violence
    78% matchVery Positive87% of 506 reviews2018
    Dev: Julian Edison
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    A fantasy action roguelike of exploration and murder. Live, kill, die, improve, live again.

    Why similar: Souls-like 29.4%, Roguelite 17.9%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Roguelike 14.3%, Difficult 12.5%

  31. #31 Shadowlings
    79% matchVery Positive82% of 97 reviews2018
    Dev: Games From The Deep
    Windows

    Shadowlings - is a slaughter to heavy metal in decorations of Medieval Japan.Hardcore battles, in which everything depends on your skill, ancient ninja's martial arts, sharp swords, strong spears and mysterious Shadow Magic.

    Why similar: Swordplay 33.6%, Fighting 22.6%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Roguelite 10.2%, Difficult 7.2%

  32. #32 Gladius | Gladiator VR Sword fighting
    77% matchMostly Positive75% of 302 reviews2022
    Dev: VirtualAge
    Windows

    Gladius is an immersive VR sword fighting game set in ancient Rome. As a gladiator, you will choose your weapons, train against different enemies, and finally fight for your freedom in an epic battle against the mightiest warriors and mythical creatures of the time. Win the crowd and you will win your freedom.

    Why similar: Swordplay 27.4%, Fighting 19.3%, Violent 17.4%, Gore 11.6%, Historical 8.9%

  33. #33 Gladio Mori
    75% matchVery Positive81% of 989 reviews2024
    Dev: Plebeian StudioPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Gladio Mori is a physics-driven multiplayer gladiator combat game featuring dismemberment, organ-specific damage, and a fully customizable move editor. Craft your own fighting style or use community created movesets to fight your way to glory.

    Why similar: Swordplay 36.5%, Fighting 17.7%, Violent 15.4%, Historical 13.6%, Realistic 8.6%

  34. #34 Morbid Metal
    74% matchVery Positive83% of 1,322 reviews2026
    Dev: SCREEN JUICEPub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Shapeshift into powerful characters in real time, chain impactful combos, and tear through waves of deadly machines and brutal bosses in this fast-paced hack-and-slash rogue-lite.

    Why similar: Swordplay 32.1%, Souls-like 18.1%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Roguelite 11%, Difficult 8.5%

  35. #35 巫兎 - KANNAGI USAGI -
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,094 reviews2023
    Dev: Tonoji
    Windows

    Sword fight action dedicated to boss battles. Win the battle by dominating sword to sword clashes.

    Why similar: Swordplay 50%, Souls-like 32.3%, Action 9.1%, Difficult 3.2%, Indie 2.8%

  36. #36 Gregory Horror Show: Soul of Roses
    74% matchVery Positive98% of 125 reviews2024
    Dev: Unframe
    Windows · Mac

    Soul of Roses is a 2D rogue light action game. Absorb the abilities of your enemies, fight, die, revive, and repeat to advance the story.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.7%, Roguelite 20.9%, Roguelike 17.5%, Action 8.5%, Atmospheric 8.5%

  37. #37 Die by the Blade
    76% matchMixed60% of 166 reviews2024
    Dev: Grindstone
    Windows

    Vanquish your foes with a single strike in 1v1 weapon-based fighter Die by the Blade. Dive into a samuraipunk world and wield a range of traditional Japanese weapons to determine your moveset. Outwit your opponent in intense, tactical battles and master the art of the one-hit kill!

    Why similar: Swordplay 33.1%, Fighting 24.3%, Violent 17.8%, Gore 13.5%, Realistic 6.2%

  38. #38 Riptale
    77% matchVery Positive87% of 111 reviews2017
    Dev: Super God
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Riptale is a challenging 2D roguelike action game aiming to make sword combat be as bloody and impactful as possible. The player collects gems that allow them to execute different attacks in the order of their choosing. All this results in a symphony of combos that fill the screen with blood and guts.

    Why similar: Roguelite 27.7%, Action 25%, Gore 23.4%, Indie 18.4%, Adventure 5.6%

  39. #39 Hack and Slash Fury
    73% matchVery Positive80% of 231 reviews2025
    Dev: juan_poder_azure
    Windows

    Heavy Metal! Deep Combo System! Lot of Cinematics! Discover Legendary Warriors Forged in War! Destroy the dark empire! and save the world of his tiranity!!! Dark or Light?! Only one will Survive!!! Prepare your sword! And Anihilate all your enemies!

    Why similar: Swordplay 36.1%, Souls-like 21.1%, Violent 19.9%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action 2.9%

  40. #40 Re:Blade
    73% matchMixed66% of 83 reviews2026
    Dev: STAGE Games
    Windows

    Re:Blade is a cursor-driven incremental action roguelike where every run reshapes your blade and every boss falls to your steps.

    Why similar: Swordplay 32.5%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Roguelite 18.7%, Roguelike 15.7%, Action 5%

  41. #41 Savara
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 552 reviews2025
    Dev: Doryah GamesPub: Ankama Games
    Windows

    In this colorful action roguelite, participate in the festivities organized for the pleasure of the warrior god. Equip your best weapons, prove your valor against powerful monsters, and permanently engrave your name in history!

    Why similar: Souls-like 32.4%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Roguelite 17.3%, Difficult 12.2%, Action 8%

  42. #42 Dead Cells
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 180,167 reviews2018
    Dev: Motion Twin
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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: Souls-like 26.3%, Hack and Slash 19%, Roguelite 15.3%, Roguelike 13.9%, Atmospheric 6.9%

  43. #43 Yasuke Simulator
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,026 reviews2025
    Dev: HistoryAccurateDevelopers
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 1.2 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Step into 1579 as Yasuke, the African samurai, and join Oda Nobunaga in his quest to unite Japan! Master precise katana combat, uncover secret gear, and unleash your ancestral power in this historically inspired action-packed journey through feudal Japan.

    Why similar: Swordplay 28.3%, Historical 27.5%, Violent 13.4%, Realistic 10.6%, Hack and Slash 10.1%

  44. #44 Blade and Sorcery
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 61,213 reviews2024
    Dev: WarpFrog
    Windows
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Blade & Sorcery is a built-for-VR medieval fantasy with full physics driven melee, ranged and magic combat. Become a powerful warrior, ranger or sorcerer and devastate your enemies.

    Why similar: Swordplay 38%, Fighting 19%, Violent 18.8%, Gore 14.1%, Action 4.7%

  45. #45 Davyria: Heroes of Eternity
    75% matchMixed68% of 87 reviews2017
    Dev: Sebastian Groll
    Windows

    Davyria is an action role-playing game with a well-designed and challenging combat system. You play an Eternal Warrior wandering the barren island of Davyria. Features [A skill based and challenging combat system]

    Why similar: Souls-like 32.1%, Swordplay 26.9%, Gore 20%, Action 11.4%, Indie 5.6%

  46. #46 Karate Survivor
    69% matchVery Positive85% of 3,241 reviews2024
    Dev: Alawar
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Become a martial arts master in this survivor-like roguelite inspired by action movies of the ‘80s. Use your fists, feet, and the environment to fight off relentless thugs. Master powerful combos, enhance your skills, and remember: everything around you is a weapon!

    Why similar: Fighting 57%, Roguelite 17.9%, Roguelike 15.3%, Action 7%, Singleplayer 2.8%

  47. #47 Shigatari
    71% matchVery Positive97% of 286 reviews2017
    Dev: Super Legit Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Shigatari is a samurai role-playing game with historical artwork.

    Why similar: Samurai 42.4%, Historical 20.5%, Roguelike 15.5%, Indie 12.3%, Difficult 9.3%

  48. #48 Path of Redemption
    72% matchVery Positive84% of 61 reviews2020
    Dev: Headbang Studio
    Windows

    A challenging Souls-Like ARPG that you need to fight your way to survive the deadly enemies and enviroments.

    Why similar: Swordplay 36%, Souls-like 26.5%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Action 7%, Indie 4.9%

  49. #49 Saber Fight VR
    72% matchMixed65% of 174 reviews2020
    Dev: Saber Fight VR
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    A VR game focused on laser sword fighting. Cut your enemies and environment to pieces in a physics-based world. Use your powers to pull and push any object! Deflect enemy projectiles with your blade! Rebuild your destroyed temple! Train and become a master!

    Why similar: Swordplay 42.3%, Fighting 22.9%, Gore 17.5%, Action 6.6%, Simulation 4.4%

  50. #50 Rogue Samurai
    70% matchMixed55% of 66 reviews2024
    Dev: CO's Entertainment
    Windows

    Rogue Samurai is an intense roguelite action game where you fight relentless waves of enemies as a legendary samurai. Master your skills, unlock powerful abilities, and face epic boss battles in a quest for survival.

    Why similar: Samurai 57.2%, Roguelite 19.1%, Roguelike 14.9%, Action 6.7%, Singleplayer 2%

  51. #51 A Violent Revelry
    71% matchMixed66% of 82 reviews2022
    Dev: Julian Edison
    Windows

    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: Hack and Slash 42.6%, Roguelite 39.6%, Action 13.9%, Adventure 2.8%, Singleplayer 1%

  52. #52 Crimson Oath
    65% matchVery Positive85% of 639 reviews2026
    Dev: Parry Frames Team
    Windows

    Long may the sun shine! Prepare to suffer! Souls-like combat adventure in a unique world. Learn to fight... then fight to realize your belief.A warrior gradually grows and uncovers the ultimate truth of world change.

    Why similar: Souls-like 42.3%, Hack and Slash 23.2%, Difficult 19%, Action 10.2%, Singleplayer 3.2%

  53. #53 1000 Cuts: Jomaku
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 171 reviews2024
    Dev: Banjo Toad Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A challenging 2D action platformer with brutal one-hit-kill combat, consequential choices, and a lore-rich story set in the dark fantasy world of Kurogawa, Japan. Inspired by Sekiro and Blasphemous, Jomaku is a free preview of One-Thousand Cuts, "raising the curtain" for the full game coming soon!

    Why similar: Souls-like 35.1%, Hack and Slash 27.6%, Historical 25.2%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 2.2%

  54. #54 Dustless
    66% matchVery Positive83% of 69 reviews2026
    Dev: 神刀之死Pub: Paras Games
    Windows

    Dustless is a hand-drawn wuxia side-scrolling action game built around Yin-Yang switching, fast pressure, and endless combos. Play as a swordsman in white, link sword skills, launch enemies, and overwhelm bosses through aggressive rhythm. Defense is only a fallback while you learn.

    Why similar: Swordplay 57.8%, Souls-like 16.5%, Action 12%, Indie 5.8%, Colorful 3.2%

  55. #55 Unsouled
    68% matchMostly Positive78% of 357 reviews2022
    Dev: Megusta GamePub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Unsouled is a 2D action RPG game requiring immense elaborate control. Take a break from repetitive attack and dodge action by challenging yourself with the world of Unsouled.

    Why similar: Swordplay 45.8%, Souls-like 28.1%, Difficult 13.7%, Action 6.2%, Indie 5.1%

  56. #56 One Strike
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 79 reviews2017
    Dev: Retro Reactor
    Windows · Mac

    One Strike is a 2d fighting game with fast and furious gameplay, memorable characters, and a retro pixelart aesthetic! Choose between one of six unique fighters, travel to medieval Japan’s beautiful pixelated landscapes and fight to become the greatest warrior in history.

    Why similar: Violent 36.9%, Fighting 30.8%, Gore 11.9%, Action 11.8%, Indie 8.6%

  57. #57 SWORDCAR
    66% matchVery Positive98% of 95 reviews2023
    Dev: SpaceMicroscope StudiosPub: Rogue Labs
    Windows · Mac

    SWORDCAR is an automotive CAR-achter action game with a healthy serving of gore. Slash and slice at 100 MPH and bathe in the blood of the mysterious BUSY CORP.

    Why similar: Swordplay 37.1%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Violent 17.9%, Action 11%, Souls-like 7.3%

  58. #58 Blind Fate: Edo no Yami — Dojo
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 520 reviews2021
    Dev: Troglobytes GamesPub: 101XP
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    Dive into a world that mixes Sci-Fi and ancient tradition. Slash through robots with a trusty katana, use hi-tech implants to navigate the surroundings, dodge enemy attacks, and land devastating finishers. Reclaim the past following the way of the Japanese samurai in the fantastic period of New Edo.

    Why similar: Souls-like 39.4%, Hack and Slash 32.4%, Difficult 16.9%, Action 6.3%, Simulation 3.8%

  59. #59 Knights Within
    65% matchVery Positive96% of 288 reviews2024
    Dev: Indecision Labs
    Windows

    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: Swordplay 43%, Hack and Slash 23.8%, Roguelite 17.2%, Difficult 13.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%

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