Games Like Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered

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

Why similar: Vampires 22.5% ★, Action-Adventure 19.8%, Action 15.5%, Adventure 14%, Fantasy 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This collection provides the essential narrative foundation and gameplay evolution that directly leads into the events of Defiance.

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 78.7% ★, Action 6.8%, Gothic 5.3% ★, Adventure 2.9%, Story Rich 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on Kain's perspective, providing crucial context for his rise to power in the world of Nosgoth.

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 64.1% ★, Gothic 10.3% ★, Action 9.5%, Adventure 7.9%, Fantasy 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the cinematic, gothic action-adventure structure and epic boss encounters 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 74.7% ★, Gothic 8.4% ★, Action 7.1%, Adventure 5.5%, Dark 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: Players take on the role of Dracula in a modern-gothic setting, capturing the dark, immortal power-fantasy of the seed game.

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: Action 33.5%, Adventure 24.6%, Violent 19.1%, Story Rich 7.1%, Fantasy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same blend of hack-and-slash combat, environmental puzzles, and epic dark-fantasy world-building.

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 50.2% ★, Gothic 20.4% ★, Violent 10.1%, Action 6.1%, Horror 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly captures the dark, oppressive atmosphere and brutal combat expected from a gothic horror-themed adventure.

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 62.7% ★, Gothic 7.6% ★, Action 6.3%, Action-Adventure 5.6%, Violent 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic vampire action game that emphasizes visceral combat and a dark, supernatural protagonist.

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 78.5% ★, Story Rich 4.6%, Action 3.7%, Violent 3%, Horror 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: It excels at delivering a moody, narrative-heavy vampire experience where your choices and supernatural abilities shape the world.

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

Why similar: Action 44.3%, Violent 19.4%, Story Rich 12.9%, Stylized 12.4%, Adventure 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: The high-octane, stylish combat and gothic aesthetic provide a similar sense of power and flair as the combat in Defiance.

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 71.5% ★, Action 9.8%, Adventure 8.3%, Gothic 7.1% ★, Fantasy 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: This side-scrolling entry maintains the series' gothic aesthetic and focus on challenging combat and exploration.

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 83.5% ★, Gothic 4.7% ★, Dark 2.7%, Horror 2.7%, Story Rich 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cult-classic RPG that offers the deepest dive into vampire lore and dark, urban atmosphere available on Steam.

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 72.9% ★, Action 8.7%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Horror 6.3%, Violent 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel refines the vampire-slaying combat mechanics with more depth and a darker, more stylized presentation.

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: Violent 25.8%, Action 18.4%, Dark 17.6%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Combat 14.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its heavy, deliberate combat and dark fantasy setting evoke a similar sense of dread and visceral satisfaction.

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: Action 37.9%, Adventure 32.6%, Story Rich 17.5%, Fantasy 6.5%, Singleplayer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: The fluid platforming and time-manipulation mechanics share the same DNA as the puzzle-platforming elements in the Legacy of Kain series.

Winner of over 80 awards, CONTROL is a visually stunning third-person action-adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Why similar: Action 26.6%, Story Rich 24.4%, Adventure 19.1%, Horror 19%, Violent 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: The focus on supernatural abilities and exploring a mysterious, shifting environment provides a modern take on the action-adventure genre.

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

Why similar: Vampires 82.1% ★, Violent 7.2%, Story Rich 4.3%, Dark 2.1%, Horror 2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic narrative-driven RPG that spans centuries, much like the sweeping timeline of the Legacy of Kain series.

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 87.2% ★, Action 10.4%, Fantasy 2%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated vampire-themed action game that focuses on hack-and-slash combat and supernatural abilities.

Her legacy lives on! Play the next series of Tomb Raider adventures in this remastered collection of Lara Croft's darkest adventures.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 26.3%, Action 19.2%, Adventure 17.9%, Stylized 13%, Dark 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: These classics share the same era of 3D action-adventure design, emphasizing complex level exploration and environmental puzzles.

His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.

Why similar: Action 22.3%, Story Rich 21.6%, Adventure 17.5%, Violent 14%, Combat 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: The epic scale, cinematic storytelling, and brutal combat sequences align closely with the grand scope of the Legacy of Kain saga.

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 55.6% ★, Horror 8.4%, Action 7.2%, Adventure 6.9%, Story Rich 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy dungeon crawler that leans heavily into the gothic horror aesthetic and challenging combat.

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 81.3% ★, Action 6.6%, Violent 3.6%, Story Rich 2.4%, Horror 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern continuation of the vampire RPG subgenre, focusing on supernatural power and dark urban intrigue.

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 67.6% ★, Dark 5.2%, Action-Adventure 5.2%, Action 4.9%, Horror 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A stealth-action game that puts you in the shoes of a vampire navigating a modern, dark world.

Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 25.6%, Story Rich 18.2%, Action 16.5%, Adventure 14.5%, Combat 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its dark fantasy world and focus on exploration and combat capture a similar sense of mystery and adventure.

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 23.8% ★, Action-Adventure 19.8%, Adventure 19.6%, Action 16.1%, Story Rich 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric action game that focuses on the dark, gothic themes and hack-and-slash combat found in vampire lore.

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 94% ★, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG offers a unique take on vampire progression and dungeon exploration in a dark, atmospheric setting.

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 65.3% ★, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Story Rich 5.6%, Horror 5.4%, Action 4.8%

Original developer WayForward upgrades its 2011 classic with new voice acting by Laura Bailey and Troy Baker, sharpened visuals, and rebalanced gameplay. Run, jump, cut, and feed your way through a massive underground castle to confront Rayne’s father at the behest of the Brimstone Society.

Why similar: Vampires 63.3% ★, Gothic 16.6% ★, Action 10.4%, Horror 6.7%, Fantasy 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish 2D action game that keeps the gothic, vampire-slaying spirit of the BloodRayne franchise alive.

Take control of two powerful and highly evolved vampires: Kain, an all-powerful demigod, and Raziel, a demonic angel of death. Each equipped with a legendary sword, Kain & Raziel must battle through a world loaded with conflict and intrigue as they attempt to unravel their destinies and defeat the dark forces that seek to condemn...

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

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 33.7% ★, Action 16.2%, Gothic 15.5% ★, Action-Adventure 14%, Adventure 13.8%

A dark fantasy adventure where forging steel shapes combat, progression, and fate.

Why similar: Action 25.7%, Action-Adventure 24.5%, Adventure 21.2%, Combat 10.2%, Violent 9%

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 60.5% ★, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Action 12.3%, Gothic 10.4% ★, Violent 1.7%

Step into the definitive re-release of two dark spell-casting shooters that shaped the genre. This enhanced restoration makes Heretic™ + Hexen™ available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.

Why similar: Action 25.4%, Gothic 24.2% ★, Adventure 20.1%, Violent 9.4%, Dark 9.1%

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 65.6% ★, Gothic 10.7% ★, Adventure 6.5%, Action 6.3%, Story Rich 5.1%

DOOM: The Dark Ages is the prequel to the critically acclaimed DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal that tells an epic cinematic story worthy of the DOOM Slayer’s legend. Players will step into the blood-stained boots of the DOOM Slayer, in this never-before-seen dark and sinister medieval war against Hell.

Why similar: Action 41.9%, Story Rich 28.5%, Adventure 15.6%, Violent 7.2%, Singleplayer 6.7%

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 51.8% ★, Gothic 23.4% ★, Action 11.7%, Adventure 7.1%, Fantasy 4.4%

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 72.5% ★, Action 8.4%, Action-Adventure 3.9%, Violent 3.4%, Dark 3.2%

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 72.7% ★, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Story Rich 5.4%, Violent 4.9%, Action 4.8%

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 45.5% ★, Action-Adventure 27.4%, Dark 13.7%, Fantasy 6.8%, Combat 6.6%

Discover Lara Croft’s Original Adventures, Lovingly Restored – Now with New Challenge Mode

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.3%, Violent 16.3%, Action 15.4%, Adventure 13.7%, Story Rich 13.2%

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 77.8% ★, Action 13.7%, Horror 4.6%, Combat 3.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 27.9%, Story Rich 18.2%, Horror 17.7%, Action 15.5%, 3D 10.7%

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 86.8% ★, Action 10.2%, Horror 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%

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: Gothic 37.5% ★, Action-Adventure 21.6%, Action 17.2%, Combat 11.1%, 3D 9.6%

If war is the closest we get to hell on earth, it's because Earth harbours the worst of demons: humankind. In an isolated country ravaged by infighting, discover the secrets of your past and deal with the repercussions of a mysterious calamity.

Why similar: Action 19.6%, Action-Adventure 16.9%, Story Rich 16.5%, Adventure 15.8%, Violent 12.6%

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 69.7% ★, Story Rich 11%, 3D 6.6%, Stylized 6.1%, Action 5.5%

Bela Lugosi returns as Prince Dracula in this classicvania horror platformer! Battle your way through the monster plagued countryside, evade deadly traps and pitfalls, overcome Dracula’s commanders in single combat, and discover the secret history of your monstrous foes.

Why similar: Vampires 65% ★, Gothic 13.5% ★, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Horror 5.4%, Adventure 3.7%

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 57.2% ★, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Violent 7.4%, Action 6.1%, Dark 6.1%

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: Action 39.6%, Adventure 26.4%, Story Rich 10.7%, Dark 10.3%, Fantasy 6.9%

Become a vampire. Strike from the darkness and drink the blood of your prey. Use stealth, persuasion, and an arsenal of upgradable abilities to sneak past enemies undetected or punish the guilty in the seedy backstreets of nighttime Venice.

Why similar: Vampires 60% ★, Adventure 9%, Horror 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Dark 8.5%

Claim your throne as Vampire Lord in this survivors-like. Each run is another step on your journey with new followers, quests and skills to unlock. The night is yours to conquer.

Why similar: Vampires 57.2% ★, Gothic 13.7% ★, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Stylized 6.2%, Action 6.1%

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 83.7% ★, Gothic 15.2% ★, Singleplayer 1.1%

An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.

Why similar: Story Rich 32.4%, Action 25.7%, Fantasy 16.1%, 3D 11.7%, Violent 9.4%

The town of Redfall is under siege by a legion of vampires who have cut the island off from the outside world. Trapped with a handful of survivors, slay alone or squad up in open-world FPS action.

Why similar: Vampires 61.6% ★, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Action 8.5%, Adventure 7.4%, Combat 3.7%

Capcom’s riveting samurai adventure returns! This version includes the original game’s intense swordplay and dramatic revenge story, plus improved controls, widescreen display, a new soundtrack, and more. Experience this enhanced version of the best-selling action-adventure classic!

Why similar: Action 42.1%, Violent 31.9%, Horror 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Story Rich 5.2%

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 59.4% ★, Gothic 20.3% ★, Adventure 7.4%, Horror 7%, Fantasy 4.4%

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 64.4% ★, Gothic 11.3% ★, Adventure 8.3%, Action 7.6%, Story Rich 4.5%

A vast world awaits in the medieval, dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen. As a fabled Dark Crusader, embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. The final major update Version 2.5 is out now: features deadlier boss battles and all-new Veteran Mode.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.7%, Story Rich 18.1%, Action 16.9%, Adventure 15.2%, Combat 13.5%

A third-person action RPG that brings to life the world of Gaia from the Anima: Beyond Fantasy RPG table-top books. Explore a deep and multifaceted story where your choices and actions directly impact the journey and decide the fate of the characters.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.3%, Stylized 16.1%, Action 14.4%, Adventure 13.1%, Story Rich 12.6%