Games Like Legacy of Kain: Defiance (2003)

Experience the epic conflict of Kain and Raziel in original form or with remastered graphics.

Why similar: Vampires 24.9% ★, Dark Fantasy 22.7%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Third Person 8.9%, Action 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This definitive collection provides the best way to experience the foundational chapters of the saga with modernized controls.

Cast down from power by a mysterious warlord centuries ago, Kain reawakens in a world he barely recognises. His armies slain, his vampire brethren nearly extinct, Kain is one of the last of his kind. With an agenda of vengeance, Kain shall unleash a wicked wrath to uncover the plot that threatens the land he seeks to conquer.

Why similar: Vampires 75.4% ★, Classic 5.9% ★, Dark Fantasy 5.2%, Action 3.3%, Gothic 3.2% ★

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique perspective by focusing on Kain's rise to power within the same dark fantasy universe.

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Ultimate Edition is the complete edition of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, a dark and vivid new re-imagining of the Castlevania mythology. It is the end of days and ungodly powers isolate the Earth.

Why similar: Vampires 66.3% ★, Hack and Slash 8.4%, Gothic 6.7% ★, Action 5%, Adventure 4%

Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the gothic aesthetic and cinematic hack-and-slash combat found in the Legacy of Kain series.

Dracula, weak and yearning release from immortality, must reclaim his powers and defeat Satan. An epic fantasy adventure set in an expansive modern-day world!Awoken after centuries of slumber, weakened and yearning for release from his immortal bonds, Dracula must reclaim his powers and make a pact with Death, to defeat Satan and gain...

Why similar: Vampires 79.9% ★, Gothic 5.6% ★, Hack and Slash 5.1%, Action 3.8%, Adventure 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the epic scale and dark, supernatural themes while refining the combat mechanics of its predecessor.

Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night.

Why similar: Vampires 87.4% ★, Classic 4.3% ★, Gothic 3.1% ★, Story Rich 1.6%, Action 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: This cult classic offers the definitive dark, urban vampire experience with deep lore and complex character interactions.

London, 1918. You are newly-turned Vampyr Dr. Jonathan Reid. As a doctor, you must find a cure to save the city’s flu-ravaged citizens. As a Vampyr, you are cursed to feed on those you vowed to heal.

Why similar: Vampires 86% ★, Dark Fantasy 4.1%, Story Rich 3%, Action 2%, Third Person 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the somber, narrative-heavy vampire experience with a focus on moral choices and dark, atmospheric storytelling.

Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.2%, Dark Fantasy 23.3%, Action 16.1%, Adventure 11.4%, Third Person 10%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same DNA of blending complex environmental puzzles with satisfying, combo-heavy action-adventure combat.

Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of the action horror game that unleashed the red-headed dhampir on the world. In a story spanning five years, Rayne must stop a madman bent on using occult relics to bring about a new age of domination for the Third Reich.

Why similar: Vampires 77.5% ★, Hack and Slash 7.5%, Gothic 5.9% ★, Action 3.9%, Third Person 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides a fast-paced, visceral vampire action experience that leans heavily into the hack-and-slash genre.

The ultimate DARKSIDERS II experience! 1080p native resolution. Reworked and tuned game balancing and loot distribution. Improved Graphic Render Engine for even higher visual quality, lighting and shadows. Improved and reworked level, character and environment graphics.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.3%, Action 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Adventure 12.4%, Third Person 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title expands on the action-adventure formula with RPG elements and a dark, mythic atmosphere that feels very familiar.

Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of Rayne’s second adventure: a blood-soaked rampage of vengeance against the Cult of Kagan, a group led by Rayne's half-siblings that seek to carry out their father Kagan's legacy by creating a new era of vampire supremacy.

Why similar: Vampires 82.7% ★, Hack and Slash 8%, Action 4.9%, Third Person 1.6%, Action-Adventure 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: It refines the combat and gothic aesthetic of the original, offering more of the bloody, supernatural action you crave.

Enter the dark underworld of Prince of Persia Warrior Within, the sword-slashing sequel to the critically acclaimed Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time™. Hunted by Dahaka, an immortal incarnation of Fate seeking divine retribution, the Prince embarks upon a path of both carnage and mystery to defy his preordained death.

Why similar: Classic 28% ★, Action 16.3%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Third Person 10.8%, Adventure 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a darker tone and more aggressive combat than its predecessors, mirroring the gritty evolution of the Legacy of Kain series.

Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?

Why similar: Vampires 72.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 7.7%, Third Person 4.3%, Story Rich 3.8%, Action 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at blending supernatural investigation with emotional, lore-rich storytelling in a dark, atmospheric world.

This sequel to Castlevania: Lords of Shadow reveals the story of the Belmonts as they battle destiny across generations to discover their true fate. Trevor Belmont, knight of the Brotherhood of Light, embarks on an epic quest to avenge his mother who was killed by his father Gabriel.

Why similar: Vampires 75.5% ★, Hack and Slash 5.2%, Action 5.2%, Gothic 4.7% ★, Adventure 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title bridges the gap between classic 2D exploration and the modern 3D combat style of the Lords of Shadow series.

Inhabiting the World of Darkness, you must face a series of brutal confrontations with your nemesis Vukodlak, a powerful vampire lord.

Why similar: Vampires 85.1% ★, Classic 8.7% ★, Story Rich 2.7%, Atmospheric 1.1%, Third Person 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: This classic RPG explores the long, tragic history of a vampire across centuries, much like the sprawling timeline of the Legacy of Kain.

The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 37%, Action 21%, Classic 18.8% ★, Third Person 10.1%, Story Rich 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: If you enjoyed the high-octane, stylish combat of Defiance, this is the gold standard for modern character-action games.

From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness. Set in the Viking age, a broken Celtic warrior embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.9%, Story Rich 20%, Third Person 10.6%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Atmospheric 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a similarly intense, dark, and psychological narrative experience with a focus on a singular, tormented protagonist.

In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.

Why similar: Vampires 83.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 4.9%, Third Person 3.7%, Hack and Slash 3.3%, Action 3%

Why You'll Like It: It combines a gothic, anime-inspired vampire aesthetic with challenging, souls-like combat mechanics.

Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 38.6%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Action 12.5%, Third Person 10.4%, Atmospheric 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy title is renowned for its brutal, weighty combat and oppressive, gothic atmosphere.

Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!

Why similar: Vampires 62.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Classic 9.8% ★, Gothic 6.7% ★, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: These classic titles define the exploration-heavy, gothic action genre that inspired many modern adventure games.

Discover a new breed of Action-RPG game powered by an enhanced version of the Source™ Engine by Valve. Set in the Might & Magic® universe, players will experience ferocious combat in a dark and immersive fantasy environment. Swords, Stealth, Sorcery. Choose your way to kill.

Why similar: Classic 25.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 24.7%, Action 14.4%, Fantasy 11%, Adventure 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a visceral, physics-based combat system that makes every encounter feel impactful and dangerous.

You are the Nomad — an elder vampire awakening from a century-long slumber, new to the modern nights. Trapped in your Blood is a stranger’s voice. This entity, a vampire detective known as Fabien, will be your guide to 21st-century Seattle.

Why similar: Vampires 89.9% ★, Action 3.7%, Dark Fantasy 2.8%, Story Rich 1.6%, Atmospheric 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the legacy of the World of Darkness with a modern focus on supernatural action and narrative intrigue.

Combine your vampiric skills with the sharp edge of your blade in this medieval vampire hack‘n‘slay. Battle through hordes of monsters to restore your honor after you, a legendary and feared vampire hunter, have been turned into a vampire yourself!

Why similar: Vampires 85.9% ★, Hack and Slash 7.3%, Action 5.1%, Fantasy 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Why You'll Like It: This hack-and-slash title offers a straightforward, action-oriented vampire experience with a dark fantasy backdrop.

Play as 3 vampires, wield their powers wisely, and strike the right balance between your human and animal side in a heart-pounding story in which your choices will decide the fate of Boston.

Why similar: Vampires 76.1% ★, Story Rich 6.6%, Third Person 4.8%, Adventure 4.8%, Action 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative-focused adventure emphasizes the political and social complexities of vampire life in a dark, modern setting.

Play as the vampire Kain and his betrayed lieutenant Raziel. Wield legendary blades, use supernatural abilities, and battle through a world of conflict, intrigue, and prophecy as their paths collide across the dark world of Nosgoth.

Why similar: Vampires 68.4% ★, Gothic 8.1% ★, Action 7.5%, Adventure 6.3%, Story Rich 5.2%

Another story of Bloodlust, this time told through the eyes of Ravenblood; part Ghost... part Vampire... and 100% bada$$. His journey in search of lost strength and revenge will take you through the dark tombs and dungeons of the Vampirem.

Why similar: Vampires 82.6% ★, Action 7.3%, Hack and Slash 6.3%, Third Person 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the action-RPG elements of being a vampire in a dark, hostile world.

DARK is a unique stealth-action game with RPG elements in which you take on the role of the ultimate hunter: a vampire. Ambush your enemies from the shadows, roam the darkness and use powerful vampire skills to dispatch your opponents.

Why similar: Vampires 85.4% ★, Third Person 3.5%, Action 3.1%, Fantasy 2.4%, Adventure 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the stealth and supernatural abilities of a vampire, providing a different take on the classic vampire power fantasy.

You are Cahal, a powerful Garou who chose to go into exile after losing control of his destructive rage. He can transform into a wolf and a Crinos, a huge ferocious beast. Master your three forms and their powers to punish those who defile Gaia.

Why similar: Vampires 68.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, Hack and Slash 7.1%, Third Person 4.2%, Action 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a brutal, action-heavy experience centered on a supernatural creature fighting against a dark, encroaching force.

In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 47.1%, Action 22.4%, Third Person 10.1%, Adventure 8.6%, Story Rich 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a stylish, fast-paced action experience with a rebellious tone that fits the anti-hero vibe of Kain.

A dark fantasy RPG dungeon crawler, with challenging real-time tactical combat, a wide variety of spells, and a dark and brooding dungeon full of lethal enemies, sadistic traps, and mind-bending puzzles.

Why similar: Vampires 63.8% ★, Dark Fantasy 13%, Hack and Slash 4.3%, Action 4.1%, Story Rich 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is a dark, atmospheric dungeon crawler that captures the grim, gothic aesthetic of classic vampire lore.

The creator of Legacy of Kain is back with a small indie team. Become the undead in a third-person narrative-driven action RPG where your choices shape your legend and the world around you. Feed to grow stronger, embrace powerful classes, and carve your path alone or in co-op through a dark realms.

Why similar: Vampires 66.5% ★, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%, Story Rich 6.4%, Third Person 5.8%

Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.

Why similar: Vampires 47.9% ★, Gothic 13.8% ★, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 9.6%

In this sequel to the critically acclaimed Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, reassume the role of Raziel, and travel back through the currents of time into various eras of Nosgoth's past in your relentless pursuit of Kain.

Why similar: Vampires 65.1% ★, Classic 8.4% ★, Gothic 6.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 5.5%, Action 3.2%

BloodRayne is a dhampir, born from the unnatural union of vampire and human. Blessed with the powers of a vampire but cursed with the thirst for blood and a weakness to sunlight, Rayne is challenged with her most personal battle yet as she hunts down her siblings.

Why similar: Vampires 88.6% ★, Action 5.2%, Hack and Slash 3.9%, Third Person 1.9%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Galidon is a vampire kingdom. You’re a lawful heir. The power struggle and an intriguing plot are in place. 21 levels contain quests and crafting. The gameplay is rapid, bloodthirsty and intransigent and doesn't forgive a single mistake. Devoid of Shadows is a heat in the chill dungeons of the Labyrinth!

Why similar: Vampires 84.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 5.2%, Action 4.9%, Story Rich 2%, Adventure 1.4%

A shadow of evil has fallen on the kingdom of Ancaria. It is a time for champions - a time to journey into the perilous world of SACRED. Battle blood-thirsty orcs & lumbering ogres... Destroy undead wizards & rotting mummies... Slay hellish demons & legendary dragons.

Why similar: Classic 39% ★, Hack and Slash 26.5%, Action 10%, Fantasy 8.1%, Adventure 5.3%

Embark on an adventure in a gothic-noir world, where mad science threatens the peace between monsters and mortals. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut is definitive edition of the trilogy with six playable classes and a new endgame mode with a huge variety of open missions!

Why similar: Vampires 63.7% ★, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Gothic 7% ★, Dark Fantasy 6.6%, Adventure 4%

In the years between the World Wars, Agent BloodRayne works as a killing machine for The Brimstone Society--a top secret fraternity that hunts down and destroys supernatural threats. Starring heroine Rayne, this original action horror game unleashed the red headed dhampir on the world.

Why similar: Action 48.2%, Hack and Slash 27.7%, Third Person 20.3%, Singleplayer 3.9%

Moroi is a grimdark fairytale with an even darker sense of humor. Experience frantic combat, perplexing puzzles, and a twisting narrative anchored by a bizarre cast of characters. Can you break free from eternal madness?

Why similar: Vampires 29.4% ★, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Adventure 11.8%, Action 10%

Awaken as a Vampire. Hunt for blood in nearby settlements to regain your strength and evade the scorching sun to survive. Raise your castle and thrive in an ever-changing, open world full of mystery. Gain allies online and conquer the land of the living.

Why similar: Vampires 85.7% ★, Hack and Slash 5.1%, Dark Fantasy 4.9%, Action 1.6%, Adventure 1.5%

Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

Why similar: Vampires 61.1% ★, Gothic 15.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 14%, Action 3.8%, Hack and Slash 2.6%

Amidst the scorched sands of ancient Persia, there is a legend spun in an ancient tongue. It speaks of a time borne by blood and ruled by deceit. Drawn to the dark powers of a magic dagger, a young Prince is led to unleash a deadly evil upon a beautiful kingdom.

Why similar: Classic 39.1% ★, Action 14.4%, Adventure 12%, Third Person 11.3%, Story Rich 8%

Experience an exciting single player storyline where you thwart Loki and his minions from bringing Ragnarok to Midgard.

Why similar: Classic 39.6% ★, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Action 15.8%, Third Person 12.7%, Adventure 11.3%

A dark menace consumes the Old West. In solo or coop, fight with style in visceral, explosive combat against bloodthirsty monstrosities. Eradicate the vampiric hordes with your lightning-fueled gauntlet and become a Wild West Superhero.

Why similar: Vampires 82.2% ★, Hack and Slash 5.4%, Story Rich 3.7%, Action 2.8%, Third Person 2.4%

It will take the combined efforts of two great warriors to explore menacing dungeons, overgrown ruins, and downtrodden towns … and discover the secrets of the Demon’s Forge.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23%, Action 17.9%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Adventure 14.7%, Third Person 13.5%

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

Why similar: Vampires 53.8% ★, Gothic 15.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 10%, Action 6.1%, Classic 4.9% ★

Bloodlust is a dungeon crawling / action RPG experience that will allow players to explore the dark underworld of a forgotten society of Vampires and their disciplines, all while trying to battle for hierarchy among the clans in search of their sire.

Why similar: Vampires 96.9% ★, Action 3.1%

Summoners have toppled empires and challenged gods. They are venerated as saviours and feared as destroyers. With rings crafted by the ancient Khosani, the gifted can call forth demons, dragons, and elementals, but only the strongest can control the forces they unleash.

Why similar: Classic 47.5% ★, Action 18.9%, Fantasy 14.3%, Story Rich 9.8%, Adventure 5.6%

Konami's Castlevania Anniversary Collection traces the origins of the historic vampire franchise. Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.

Why similar: Vampires 66.8% ★, Classic 15.4% ★, Action 6%, Adventure 4.9%, Gothic 4.6% ★

Immortal Realms: Vampire Wars is an engaging strategy game set in a dark vampire world in turmoil, that combines empire management and turn-based combat with unique card-game elements.

Why similar: Vampires 83% ★, Gothic 9.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 6.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%

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 38.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Fantasy 8.5%, Third Person 8.4%, Classic 8.3% ★

War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against this threat. Whoever breaks the law in these darkest of times is sentenced to serve in the giant penal colony of Khorinis, mining the so much needed...

Why similar: Classic 33.6% ★, Gothic 22.9% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Third Person 5.5%, Fantasy 5.5%

Lord Draak's henchmen are spreading chaos in Uma. Are you going to let them get away with it?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.7%, Classic 32.2% ★, Action 26.4%, Retro 4.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%

In this dark, open-world adventure, you awaken as a Vampire Lord. Build and customize your castle. Hunt for blood, fight, craft, and gather. Command your loyal servants. Shapeshift into a bat to explore the night and survive the relentless Inquisition, solo or in 4-player co-op.

Why similar: Vampires 69.1% ★, Gothic 14.8% ★, Third Person 4.5%, Adventure 4.2%, Fantasy 3.5%

Gothic II: Gold Edition brings together the excitement of Gothic II and the add-on Night of the Raven to your fingertips!

Why similar: Classic 35.9% ★, Gothic 20.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Story Rich 6.4%, Third Person 5.3%

Van Helsing, monster hunter will face the most difficult trials of his life as he is trying to destroy his nemesis. The civil war is over in Borgovia, but the future still looks grim. The city of weird science is in ruins and a strange cult prophesises the coming of the end times.

Why similar: Vampires 67.5% ★, Hack and Slash 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, Action 5.2%, Adventure 4.4%

Vampires Dawn 3 is a 2D retro pixel RPG full of vampires, blood and tragic moments! Follow Asgar Serrans bloody path through a world in which humankind only has the sacred crusade to prevent extinction.

Why similar: Vampires 85% ★, Dark Fantasy 6.8%, Story Rich 2.8%, Adventure 2.7%, Fantasy 1.7%

Rise as a vampire in a handcrafted 2D dark-fantasy RPG. Master devastating powers, confront horrific enemies, and forge your destiny in a world shattered by a brutal civil war between humans and vampires.

Why similar: Vampires 64% ★, Dark Fantasy 23.5%, Fantasy 6.5%, Action-Adventure 5.9%