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  1. #1 Half Sword
    97% matchMixed68% of 21,716 reviews2026
    Dev: Half Sword GamesPub: Game Seer Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 23.4%, Blood 23.1%, Fighting 14.1%, Gore 11.4%, Historical 10.6%

  2. #2 Katana Soul
    96% matchVery Positive97% of 72 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 43.2%, Gore 27.5%, Action 10.8%, Difficult 7.9%, Indie 7.2%

  3. #3 GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon
    96% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,126 reviews2022
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.9 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 19.5%, Swordplay 18.2%, Roguelike 13.6%, Violent 13.5%, Difficult 11.4%

  4. #4 We Who Are About To Die
    95% matchVery Positive88% of 8,154 reviews2022
    Dev: Jordy Lakiere
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 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 21.6%, Blood 20.6%, Fighting 16.1%, Historical 11.2%, Gore 9.6%

  5. #5 Pixel Samurai
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 130 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 55.7%, Difficult 19.8%, Souls-like 7.9%, Indie 7.6%, Action 7.1%

  6. #6 Devil Slayer - Raksasi
    94% matchVery Positive85% of 2,844 reviews2021
    Dev: GlassesCatGames
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 10.7 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%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Roguelite 11.4%, Gore 11.1%

  7. #7 Heretical
    92% matchVery Positive87% of 950 reviews2024
    Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    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 33.8%, Hack and Slash 25.2%, Roguelite 21.2%, Roguelike 8.7%, Atmospheric 8%

  8. #8 Unto The End
    93% matchMostly Positive76% of 470 reviews2020
    Dev: 2 Ton StudiosPub: Stephen & Sara
    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 41.7%, Violent 15.8%, Blood 13%, Action 9.9%, Atmospheric 6.8%

  9. #9 Sifu
    91% matchVery Positive92% of 25,764 reviews2023
    Dev: Sloclap
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.1 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: Blood 19.5%, Souls-like 19.1%, Swordplay 16.1%, Fighting 14.4%, Difficult 11.8%

  10. #10 BRUTAL KATANA
    91% matchVery Positive99% of 69 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 44.3%, Gore 22.1%, Action 15.1%, Indie 13.3%, Singleplayer 5.2%

  11. #11 First Cut: Samurai Duel
    88% matchVery Positive89% of 1,880 reviews2024
    Dev: Night Eyes Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 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 25.2%, Blood 23.6%, Fighting 19.1%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Historical 12%

  12. #12 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 39.2%, Violent 21.5%, Gore 14.8%, Action 12.5%, Realistic 4.8%

  13. #13 Bannerman
    89% matchMostly Positive76% of 151 reviews2017
    Dev: Armitage Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    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 39.2%, Violent 26%, Gore 16.4%, Difficult 6.4%, Action 6.1%

  14. #14 GLADIUM
    89% matchMostly Positive73% of 83 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 21.9%, Violent 15.3%, Historical 13.6%, Souls-like 13%, Gore 9.9%

  15. #15 Until You Fall
    87% matchVery Positive94% of 3,285 reviews2020
    Dev: Schell Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.2 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 34.6%, Fighting 24.1%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Roguelite 11.4%, Roguelike 7.6%

  16. #16 Hellish Quart
    86% matchVery Positive89% of 8,165 reviews2021
    Dev: Kubold
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.3 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 36.5%, Fighting 28.4%, Historical 20.4%, Realistic 9.7%, Action 5%

  17. #17 Katana ZERO
    85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,545 reviews2019
    Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 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 29.5%, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Gore 15.3%, Action 12.2%, Difficult 12.1%

  18. #18 Katanaut
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 354 reviews2025
    Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
    Windows

    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: Souls-like 24.6%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Roguelite 14.2%, Roguelike 13.4%, Difficult 11.5%

  19. #19 Katana X
    86% matchMostly Positive73% of 114 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 39.7%, Indie 30.4%, Simulation 29.9%

  20. #20 Shattered Realm Rebirth
    82% matchVery Positive95% of 81 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 30.8%, Hack and Slash 28.1%, Roguelike 18.4%, Action 17.3%, Singleplayer 2.8%

  21. #21 Die by the Blade
    84% 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 26.6%, Blood 24.2%, Fighting 19.4%, Violent 14.4%, Gore 11.3%

  22. #22 Hack and Slash Fury
    82% matchVery Positive81% of 227 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 32%, Souls-like 18.8%, Violent 17.8%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Gore 11%

  23. #23 Within the blade
    83% matchVery Positive86% of 353 reviews2019
    Dev: Ametist studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

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

    Why similar: Gore 20%, Violent 19.4%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action 12.9%, Difficult 12.7%

  24. #24 Riptale
    81% 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 36.5%, Action 32.2%, Indie 24.2%, Adventure 7.2%

  25. #25 VOIN
    77% matchVery Positive94% of 2,990 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 26.8%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Roguelite 14.5%, Gore 13.3%, Roguelike 12.7%

  26. #26 Slash or Die
    81% matchVery Positive86% of 255 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 34.3%, Hack and Slash 24.7%, Roguelite 19.3%, Difficult 13.5%, Action 6.2%

  27. #27 In Celebration of Violence
    80% matchVery Positive87% of 505 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 29.3%, Roguelite 18.1%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Roguelike 14.5%, Difficult 12.3%

  28. #28 Gregory Horror Show: Soul of Roses
    76% matchVery Positive98% of 124 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 21.4%, Roguelite 21.2%, Roguelike 17.6%, Atmospheric 8.5%, Action 8.4%

  29. #29 Gladius | Gladiator VR Sword fighting
    77% matchMostly Positive75% of 300 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 27.2%, Fighting 19.1%, Violent 17.4%, Gore 11.9%, Historical 8.9%

  30. #30 Gladio Mori
    75% matchVery Positive81% of 899 reviews2024
    Dev: Plebeian StudioPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    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 17.5%, Violent 15.4%, Historical 13.6%, Realistic 8.6%

  31. #31 Kiai Resonance
    79% matchMostly Positive79% of 217 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 39.1%, Swordplay 36.8%, Action 10%, Indie 8%, Simulation 6%

  32. #32 Gladio
    79% matchMixed53% of 51 reviews2018
    Dev: 4188 Studios
    Windows

    Gladio is a first-person, hack n' slash, action game with parkour elements. Fight against multiple different enemy types across different levels, while managing your health along the way. Survive if you can...

    Why similar: Swordplay 27.3%, Blood 23.2%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Violent 10.3%, Gore 8.7%

  33. #33 WuJiDaoRen
    78% matchMixed48% of 144 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%, Fighting 24.3%, Violent 13.7%, Hack and Slash 11%, Gore 8.7%

  34. #34 Depths of Limbo
    78% matchMostly Positive75% of 77 reviews2017
    Dev: Evgiz
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Depths of Limbo is a difficult action roguelike with a dark theme. The fast-paced combat is spiced up with a variety of unique items and weapons found throughout the procedurally generated world.

    Why similar: Blood 34.5%, Roguelike 16.5%, Gore 16.2%, Action 11.8%, Difficult 9.4%

  35. #35 The Spirit of the Samurai
    75% matchMixed61% of 442 reviews2024
    Dev: Digital Mind GamesPub: Kwalee
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    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%, Violent 17.5%, Gore 16.4%, Souls-like 14.6%, Hack and Slash 9.8%

  36. #36 巫兎 - KANNAGI USAGI -
    72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,009 reviews2023
    Dev: Tonoji
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Swordplay 49.6%, Souls-like 32.6%, Action 9.2%, Difficult 3.1%, Indie 2.9%

  37. #37 The Rogue Prince of Persia
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 2,517 reviews2025
    Dev: Evil EmpirePub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    In this challenging, fast-paced roguelite, every death is a unique chance to rewrite fate, save Persia or die trying. Master fluid, acrobatic combat and parkour as you explore your kingdom to right your wrongs!

    Why similar: Roguelite 27.2%, Roguelike 17.7%, Souls-like 16.6%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Action 10.4%

  38. #38 Shadowlings
    76% 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 33.5%, Fighting 22.4%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Roguelite 10.4%, Difficult 7.2%

  39. #39 SWORDCAR
    73% 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 18%, Action 10.8%, Souls-like 7.3%

  40. #40 A Violent Revelry
    74% 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 42.4%, Roguelite 40%, Action 13.7%, Adventure 2.8%, Singleplayer 1%

  41. #41 Savara
    70% matchVery Positive89% of 536 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 32.3%, Roguelite 17.5%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Difficult 12.2%, Action 7.9%

  42. #42 Karate Survivor
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 3,176 reviews2024
    Dev: Alawar
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 62.1%, Roguelite 15.6%, Roguelike 13.5%, Action 6.4%, Singleplayer 2.4%

  43. #43 Rogue Samurai
    72% matchMixed55% of 65 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: Roguelite 28%, Roguelike 23.5%, Hack and Slash 21.2%, Action 10.9%, Colorful 8.5%

  44. #44 Davyria: Heroes of Eternity
    74% matchMixed69% of 86 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%, Swordplay 26.6%, Gore 20.3%, Action 11.3%, Indie 5.7%

  45. #45 Path of Redemption
    73% 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 35.9%, Souls-like 26.5%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Action 6.9%, Indie 4.9%

  46. #46 Blade and Sorcery
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,681 reviews2024
    Dev: WarpFrog
    Windows
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 23.8 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 37.9%, Fighting 19%, Violent 18.9%, Gore 14%, Action 4.6%

  47. #47 Saber Fight VR
    73% 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 42.1%, Fighting 22.7%, Gore 17.9%, Action 6.5%, Simulation 4.4%

  48. #48 Exanima
    71% matchVery Positive80% of 13,229 reviews2015
    Dev: Bare Mettle Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.

    Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Difficult 23.8%, Roguelike 12.4%, Action 11%, Atmospheric 9.1%

  49. #49 Unsouled
    71% matchMostly Positive79% 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 45.6%, Souls-like 28.2%, Difficult 13.7%, Action 6.2%, Indie 5.2%

  50. #50 Akane
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,861 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 31.5%, Gore 22.5%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Action 9.2%, Indie 7.9%

  51. #51 Soul Scathe
    69% matchMostly Positive80% of 59 reviews2022
    Dev: Bluelight Construct
    Windows

    Soul Scathe is a procedurally generated VR Dungeon Crawler RPG. Utilize many spells, weapons, and even the environment to fight against deadly foes as you explore the secrets of the Mistchamber Dungeons to reclaim lost fragments of your soul.

    Why similar: Swordplay 29.9%, Violent 25.5%, Gore 18.9%, Roguelike 13.5%, Action 8.6%

  52. #52 A Bastard's Tale
    70% matchVery Positive81% of 384 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 37.6%, Indie 21.9%, Difficult 18.3%, Hack and Slash 9.4%, Action 9.4%

  53. #53 1000 Cuts: Jomaku
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 168 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 35.2%, Hack and Slash 27.5%, Historical 25.2%, Action 9.8%, Adventure 2.2%

  54. #54 Netherworld Covenant
    65% matchVery Positive80% of 657 reviews2025
    Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

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

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 30%, Roguelite 24.2%, Roguelike 21.2%, Action 10.7%, Atmospheric 10.4%

  55. #55 Sole Saga
    68% matchMostly Positive75% of 115 reviews2023
    Dev: Dev It With Cat
    Windows · Linux

    Fast-paced action rogue-Like survival with a touch of Soul-like, Challenging yet rewarding gameplay!, Battle with horde of monsters, Build your favorite hero with powerful skills and weapons in Action Rogue-like style, Fight your way to the epic boss and become a legend.

    Why similar: Roguelite 26.4%, Difficult 21.3%, Roguelike 19.7%, Hack and Slash 10.8%, Action 8.9%

  56. #56 Knights Within
    66% matchVery Positive96% of 276 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 42.6%, Hack and Slash 23.8%, Roguelite 17.5%, Difficult 13.9%, Singleplayer 2.2%

  57. #57 Sentimental K
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 357 reviews2022
    Dev: Fordays Co.,Ltd.Pub: WanderLux Games
    Windows · Mac

    'Sentimental K' is a 3D roguelike action game. Weapons, skills, artifacts, bosses, dungeon layouts are randomly generated each time you play. Make strategic choices to create powerful synergies and enjoy the unexpected and challenging play!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.4%, Action 23.7%, Roguelike 21.7%, Indie 16.8%, Difficult 7.9%

  58. #58 Frenzy Retribution
    68% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,551 reviews2019
    Dev: FrenzyZoneGameworkshopPub: 響雨互動娛樂
    Windows

    This hardcore hard style with high penalty and high reward requires players to deeply understand the complete motion system and various values, weapon activity, counterattack, enemy fury and execution, etc., with the uninterrupted fast-paced attack and defense of the enemy and the enemy, let the player experience Stimulating battle.

    Why similar: Violent 27.9%, Hack and Slash 19.9%, Gore 18.7%, Souls-like 12.5%, Action 10.3%

  59. #59 Darkblade Ascent
    64% matchVery Positive83% of 518 reviews2025
    Dev: PST Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.

    Why similar: Swordplay 42%, Souls-like 18%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Roguelike 9.9%, Roguelite 8%

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