Games Like Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2 (2001)

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

Why similar: Vampires 25.9% ★, Dark Fantasy 20.8%, Third Person 10.6%, Adventure 8.5%, Action 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern collection that preserves the original experience of the first two Soul Reaver games with updated visuals.

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 67.8% ★, Gothic 9.3% ★, Action 4.5%, Adventure 4.4%, Dark Fantasy 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the gothic atmosphere and epic, narrative-heavy action that fans of the Legacy of Kain series appreciate.

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 46.6% ★, Third Person 9.8%, Adventure 9.8%, Action 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the focus on time-manipulation mechanics and fluid platforming puzzles found in the Soul Reaver series.

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: Dark Fantasy 25.2%, Action 17.3%, Adventure 15%, Third Person 14%, Hack and Slash 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar blend of dark fantasy aesthetics, environmental puzzles, and satisfying third-person combat.

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 73.6% ★, Classic 9% ★, Dark Fantasy 4.5%, Gothic 4.2% ★, Action 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides further insight into the lore of Nosgoth from the perspective of Kain himself.

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 80.8% ★, Gothic 7.8% ★, Action 3.4%, Adventure 3.1%, Hack and Slash 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the gothic action-adventure saga with a focus on vampire-themed combat and exploration.

Alice: Madness Returns is a third-person, single-player, action adventure platformer. Visit the grim reality of Victorian London and travel to the beautiful yet ghastly Wonderland to uncover the root of Alice's madness.

Why similar: Gothic 34% ★, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, Story Rich 8.8%, Third Person 8.3%, Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, surreal fantasy adventure that emphasizes platforming and combat in a hauntingly beautiful world.

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 83.3% ★, Classic 6.4% ★, Gothic 4% ★, Great Soundtrack 1.9%, Story Rich 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive vampire RPG that matches the dark, mature, and supernatural themes of the Legacy of Kain universe.

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 33.8% ★, Great Soundtrack 16.6%, Action 11.1%, Third Person 9.5%, Adventure 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Adopts a significantly darker tone and more aggressive combat style than its predecessor, mirroring the grit of Soul Reaver 2.

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: Story Rich 24.2%, Dark Fantasy 23.8%, Third Person 14.2%, Adventure 11.1%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a deeply psychological and narrative-driven experience with a dark, atmospheric tone similar to the Legacy of Kain series.

Follow Lara Croft down a path of discovery as she travels the globe to remote, exotic locales in search of one of history's greatest artifacts, that unleashes unwelcome figures from Lara's mysterious past.

Why similar: Classic 24.7% ★, Adventure 20.4%, Action 16.2%, Third Person 15.2%, Puzzle 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the classic action-adventure formula of ancient ruins, complex puzzles, and third-person traversal.

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 86.4% ★, Action 4.5%, Hack and Slash 2.7%, Third Person 1.9%, Action-Adventure 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic vampire-themed action game that emphasizes visceral combat and gothic flair.

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 76.9% ★, Gothic 6.6% ★, Action 4.7%, Adventure 4.7%, Dark Fantasy 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling gothic adventure that maintains the series' dark tone and vampire-hunting lore.

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 79.5% ★, Gothic 8.3% ★, Action 3.5%, Third Person 2.6%, Hack and Slash 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: The original vampire-hunting action game that shares the dark, supernatural aesthetic of the era.

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

Why similar: Vampires 79.4% ★, Classic 12.7% ★, Great Soundtrack 2.9%, Story Rich 2.6%, Third Person 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RPG that explores the history and dark lore of vampires with a strong narrative focus.

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: Story Rich 25.2%, Third Person 20.9%, Action 19.5%, Adventure 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural third-person action game with a mysterious, narrative-rich world and environmental puzzle elements.

The Prince of Persia, a seasoned warrior, returns from the Island of Time to Babylon with his love, Kaileena. Instead of the peace that he longs for, he finds his homeland ravaged by war and the kingdom turned against him.

Why similar: Classic 22.6% ★, Action 17.1%, Adventure 16.9%, Third Person 13.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines the platforming and combat mechanics of the series with a darker narrative arc.

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 86.9% ★, Dark Fantasy 3.7%, Story Rich 3.2%, Third Person 2%, Action 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy RPG that explores the moral complexities of being a vampire in a dark, atmospheric setting.

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: Story Rich 26.1%, Action 19%, Adventure 17.6%, Third Person 16.6%, Hack and Slash 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a mature, story-rich action-adventure experience set within a dark and mythologically dense world.

Follow a gripping, surprise-filled journey as two dissimilar characters form an uneasy partnership in order to survive through a perilous, post-apocalyptic America. 150 years in the future, war and destruction have left the world in ruins with few humans remaining and nature having reclaimed the world.

Why similar: Story Rich 19.2%, Adventure 19%, Action 16.4%, Third Person 13%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic, narrative-driven action-adventure game with a strong focus on character dynamics and environmental traversal.

Stalk your prey on the quest for stolen goods with your blackjack, sword, and an assortment of unique arrows. Steal for money and uncover the hidden agendas of your allies and enemies as you play through an unravelling story of deception and revenge.

Why similar: Classic 73.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Action 4.8%, Story Rich 3.9%, Adventure 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: While first-person, it perfectly captures the dark, gothic, and moody atmosphere that defines the Legacy of Kain series.

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

Tomb Raider: Anniversary retraces Lara Croft's original genre-defining adventure — globe-trotting 3rd person action-adventure in pursuit of the legendary Scion artifact. Using an enhanced 'Tomb Raider: Legend' game engine, the graphics, technology and physics bring Lara's adventure and pursuit of a mystical artifact known only as the...

Why similar: Classic 38.7% ★, Adventure 15.3%, Action 13.7%, Third Person 13%, Puzzle 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A pure focus on the puzzle-solving and platforming roots of the action-adventure genre.

Remember Me™ is a 3rd person action adventure where players take on the role of Nilin, a former elite memory hunter with the ability to break into people’s minds and steal or even alter their memories.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 22.9%, Third Person 19.3%, Story Rich 17.4%, Action 16.8%, Adventure 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique memory-manipulation narrative and third-person combat in a dark, atmospheric setting.

Then, there was fire. Re-experience the critically acclaimed, genre-defining game that started it all. Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning high-definition detail running at 60fps.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 35.1%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, Action 10.5%, Story Rich 9%, Third Person 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an unparalleled dark fantasy atmosphere and environmental storytelling that resonates with fans of gothic settings.

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

Why similar: Action 28.4%, Third Person 26.8%, Adventure 20.3%, Story Rich 11.5%, Action-Adventure 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the dark, puzzle-filled exploration and combat mechanics of the Arkham series.

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: Action 15.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.9%, Adventure 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Hack and Slash 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the dark fantasy action-adventure formula with expanded RPG elements and complex dungeon puzzles.

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 44.3% ★, Gothic 17.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Adventure 9.5%, Action 9.4%

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 65.1% ★, Classic 8.4% ★, Gothic 6.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 5.5%, Action 3.2%

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 55.5% ★, Classic 13.6% ★, Gothic 8.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 8%, Action 5%

The second instalment in the Tomb Raider series invites you to join Lara as she travels around the globe to retrieve a precious artefact before it falls into the wrong hands. The legendary artefact, the Dagger of Xian, is said to give its possessor the power of a fire breathing dragon.

Why similar: Classic 50.7% ★, Adventure 16.1%, Action 11.9%, Third Person 7.7%, Puzzle 4.5%

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 57.1% ★, Classic 20.5% ★, Gothic 5.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 4.7%, Action 4.5%

The ultimate thief is back! Tread softly as you make your way through 15 new complex, non-linear levels full of loot to steal and guards to outsmart. Improved enemy AI, new gadgets and a riveting story will draw you into the world of Thief II: The Metal Age, a place of powerful new technologies, fanatical religions and corruption.

Why similar: Classic 64.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Story Rich 7.3%, Action 5.8%, Fantasy 3%

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 46.3% ★, Gothic 18% ★, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%, Classic 6.6% ★

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 86.8% ★, Action 6.8%, Third Person 3.8%, Hack and Slash 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%

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 91.4% ★, Action 4.8%, Third Person 2.3%, Hack and Slash 1.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Arise from the dead as the 'Cursed King' in an enthralling action platformer. Wield the chains that once imprisoned you to vanquish foes and traverse your fallen kingdom. Uncover hidden areas, strategically level up, and reclaim your throne by banishing colossal bosses!

Why similar: Vampires 65.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Adventure 5.8%, Action 4.9%, Action-Adventure 3.6%

Enter the realm of a retired assassin, forced back into action by treason. You may be a hired killer but you still have a sense of loyalty and justice. Visit the dark recesses of a world corrupted by crime, greed, degradation and dishonor. And a past that catches up with you.

Why similar: Classic 53.6% ★, Action 14.6%, Third Person 14.2%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, Adventure 2.5%

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 91.1% ★, Action 3.3%, Dark Fantasy 2.5%, Story Rich 1.7%, Adventure 0.8%

Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II picks up where the award-winning Dark Forces™ game left off...with even more features and firepower in dazzling 3D graphics. As Kyle Katarn, you must acquire a lightsaber and learn the ways of the Force to become a Jedi Knight.

Why similar: Classic 60% ★, Action 15.6%, Third Person 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Adventure 3.6%

Janosik 2 is a retro action-platformer with metroidvania elements. Get ready to jump, slash, dodge roll, dive, smash and bash your way through deadly traps, mischievous villains and bosses, and more in this sequel to Janosik.

Why similar: Vampires 79.7% ★, Action 6.3%, Adventure 6.2%, Platformer 3.2%, Fantasy 2.6%

The Legacy of Star Wars Dark Forces™ and Star Wars® Jedi Knight lives on in the intense first-person action of Jedi Outcast.

Why similar: Classic 55.7% ★, Action 13.3%, Third Person 9.4%, Great Soundtrack 9%, Story Rich 6.7%

Discover the source of dreadful evil!

Why similar: Vampires 86.5% ★, Adventure 5.5%, Great Soundtrack 2.2%, Puzzle 2%, Story Rich 1.7%

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 73.9% ★, Dark Fantasy 7%, Third Person 5%, Story Rich 4%, Adventure 2.6%

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 40.6%, Third Person 14.1%, Action 13.1%, Classic 10.6% ★, Action-Adventure 6.4%

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 72.3% ★, Third Person 7.2%, Story Rich 7.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%, Hack and Slash 4.1%

A fright-filled Adventure that transpires in the heart of Transylvania. London 1904. Seven years after the slaying of Dracula, you play as Jonathan Harker, (the protagonist from Bram Stoker's original novel) and soon discover your wife, Mina has fled London for the Count's castle in Transylvania. Has Mina fallen prey to vampires?

Why similar: Vampires 90.8% ★, Adventure 7.2%, Puzzle 2%

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

Why similar: Third Person 21.4%, Adventure 18.4%, Action 16.7%, Puzzle 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.4%

"I have many things to tell you and very little time… I come from a universe parallel to yours. My world is desperately in need of your help. Only YOU can save us."Responding to the desperate pleas of a mysterious character from another dimension, your soul must enter the dark and futuristic city of Omikron.

Why similar: Classic 48.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 26.3%, Adventure 9.1%, Story Rich 6.1%, Third Person 4.8%

The blood-curdling sequel to Dracula: Resurrection brings an even scarier adventure to life. After saving Mina, Jonathan Harker and his beloved return to London carrying a mysterious Dragon Ring.

Why similar: Vampires 90.8% ★, Adventure 9.2%

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: Gothic 31.1% ★, Dark Fantasy 21.4%, Action 16.9%, Adventure 15.8%, Puzzle 8.4%

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 85.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 4.6%, Action 4.4%, Story Rich 2.1%, Adventure 1.5%

In the second part of the unfolding saga that could also be enjoyed independently, you can explore new corners of this unique world and experience the mix of old-school gothic and mad science, with more action, powerful foes and plenty of stunning places to visit.

Why similar: Vampires 64.7% ★, Gothic 10.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 6.5%, Adventure 5.9%, Action 5.8%

Reclaim your destiny. Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny returns with higher resolution graphics and modernised controls to perform issen critical counter attacks and intense swordplay. Experience this dramatic revenge story set in Feudal Japan.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 39.6%, Story Rich 18.2%, Action 15.4%, Third Person 12.5%, Action-Adventure 7.2%

According to Egyptian legend, Horus, son of the light, outwitted the evil God Set and imprisoned him in a secret tomb. Five thousand years later, Lara Croft discovers the lost tomb and unwittingly unleashes the evil God Set, fulfilling the ancient prophecy of his return to plunge mankind into darkness!

Why similar: Classic 42.9% ★, Adventure 18.1%, Action 15.8%, Third Person 9.1%, Puzzle 5.6%

Beyond Divinity is the follow-up to the award-winning Divine Divinity.

Why similar: Classic 64.6% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Fantasy 7.3%, Adventure 7%, Hack and Slash 5.5%

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 59% ★, Gothic 20.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 12%, Action 3.2%, Adventure 2.3%