- #1 Wave of Darkness
97% matchMixed52% of 94 reviews2015
Dev: DreamatrixPub: Dreamatrix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Wave of Darkness invites you to a huge dark and gritty fantasy world which can be explored the way you want and whenever you want. The world of Narr is corrupted by the mysterious and bloodthirsty cults, and you will have to do your best to free land from this malicious deviance.
Why similar: RPG 51.9%, Action 27.9%, Indie 20.2%
- #2 Goldilock One: The Mists of Jakaira
96% matchVery Positive80% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: Shed of Ideas
Windows
Action RPG with survival elements. Manage resources and bond with NPCs to unlock crafting and gain allies who may become playable. Use them to solve puzzles and battle together. Survive the frozen wilds and uncover the truth behind your exile.
Why similar: RPG 49.3%, Indie 26.3%, Action 24.4%
- #3 The Land of Exile
96% matchVery Positive83% of 92 reviews2019
Dev: CCCuiyao
Windows
The Land of Exile 是一款动作RPG游戏。这是一片被不稳定的魔法能量影响的边缘之地,玩家将探索这个残破的魔法世界,在随机生成的荒野和城堡中消灭魔物,获得宝物和装备,强化自身的能力,最终逃出这个牢笼。
Why similar: RPG 42.3%, Action 21.1%, Adventure 20.6%, Indie 15.9%
- #4 Alabaster Dawn
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,710 reviews2026
Dev: Radical Fish Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Break Nyx’s curse and guide humanity's rebirth in this top-down 2.5D Action RPG from the creators of CrossCode. Battle enemies with stylish combos, wield multiple divine weapons, solve intriguing puzzles and explore a changing world.
Why similar: RPG 47%, Action 24.3%, Adventure 21%, Indie 7.7%
- #5 Battleheart Legacy
95% matchVery Positive95% of 85 reviews2019
Dev: Mika Mobile, Inc.
Windows · Mac
The classic mobile RPG, now available on Steam! In Battleheart Legacy, you will explore a rich and detailed fantasy world, customize your unique hero with dozens of powerful skills and items, do battle with hordes of enemies, encounter quirky characters and discover the stories of a troubled realm.
Why similar: RPG 44.2%, Action 20.4%, Adventure 20%, Indie 15.4%
- #6 Aron's Adventure
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 251 reviews2021
Dev: Tim van KanPub: TiMer Games
Windows
Aron's Adventure is an Action Adventure RPG that takes place in a fantasy world called Elor. An ancient evil re-awakens and the fate of the land is thrown into Aron's hands. Aron will have to unite the people all while learning how to use his new abilities.
Why similar: RPG 40.9%, Action 22.3%, Adventure 20%, Indie 16.8%
- #7 Rebirth Online
92% matchMixed43% of 351 reviews2020
Dev: Caret Games
Windows
Adventures await in a world brought to life by realistic graphics! Experience genuine adventures in the grand world of Rebirth Online. Battle, craft, explore, and combine different types of equipment and abilities to create your own style of play.
Why similar: RPG 88.5%, Action 11.5%
- #8 Shattered Realm Rebirth
90% matchVery Positive94% of 83 reviews2026
Dev: kingnagame
Windows
Multi-world rogue-lite endless challenge. The surface world hides dangers, the inner world overflows with treasure. Transcend worlds and master time through soul transference. Fight your way out and escape this reality. Strategic builds reduce reliance on pure stats.
Why similar: RPG 43.1%, Action 34.8%, Adventure 22.2%
- #9 The Memory of Eldurim
91% matchMostly Negative39% of 250 reviews2014
Dev: Liminal Games
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Begin a quest for long-lost truth on your vivid journey through a new fantasy world. This open world action RPG requires and rewards your original choices. It starts with your character, includes creativity in combat, and ends with the cultures, cities, and fate of the world.
Why similar: RPG 55.8%, Action 18.6%, Adventure 13.8%, Indie 11.7%
- #10 Of Ash and Steel
88% matchMixed65% of 6,426 reviews2025
Dev: Fire & FrostPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 30.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.
Why similar: RPG 42%, Action 22.6%, Adventure 21.7%, Indie 13.8%
- #11 Warriors' Wrath
89% matchMixed81% of 170 reviews2016
Dev: Storm Sharks Production
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Loot. Craft. Build. Defend. Fight. Survive
Why similar: RPG 38.2%, Action 23.5%, Adventure 22%, Indie 16.3%
- #12 Valorborn
87% matchMixed63% of 463 reviews2026
Dev: Laps Games
Windows
Dive into a living medieval fantasy sandbox RPG where the world moves with or without you and factions rise and fall. Become a thief, hunter, or sellsword, survive alone or with a party, and shape your story in a fully enterable world where every building, cave, and road hides opportunity or danger.
Why similar: RPG 68.3%, Adventure 31.7%
- #13 Legends of Hidden Sword
89% matchMixed58% of 602 reviews2022
Dev: 神经刀游戏工作室Pub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
《隐世神剑传》是一款神话题材ARPG剧情向单机游戏,以中国上古神话为背景,构造一个充满山海异兽,光怪陆离的玄幻世界。 上古时期盘古开天辟地,天地之间灵气充沛,滋养出大量的仙人神兽和奇珍灵宝。各界之间并未隔绝,后各界主大战,阴阳失衡。
Why similar: RPG 43.1%, Adventure 26%, Action 24.8%, Indie 6.1%
- #14 Shattered - Tale of the Forgotten King
86% matchMixed67% of 769 reviews2021
Dev: Redlock Studio
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
The old world is gone, lost with the disappearance of the King. Reforge reality in this dark action RPG through skill-based combat, innovative open-world platforming and the testimonies of survivors… some more trustworthy than others. Are you ready, Wanderer?
Why similar: RPG 39.4%, Action 23.1%, Adventure 21.7%, Indie 15.8%
- #15 Sands of Aura
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 826 reviews2023
Dev: Chashu EntertainmentPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat.
Why similar: RPG 40.9%, Action 21.4%, Indie 19.4%, Adventure 18.3%
- #16 The Altered Lands
85% matchMixed62% of 53 reviews2021
Dev: VoidCompiler
Windows
Start your journey in a dark fantasy world. Prepare to face challenging enemies with Swords, Bows and powerful Magics. Choose your path! Fight, Craft, Explore and find out the dark secret of The Altered Lands.
Why similar: RPG 64.8%, Action 35.2%
- #17 Spellsworn
83% matchVery Positive89% of 1,503 reviews2018
Dev: Frogsong Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Enter a world of magic and battle, where your wits and reflexes will be pushed to their limits! Choose your spells, enter the ever-changing arena and prepare to obliterate all who stand in your way!
Why similar: RPG 46%, Action 31.3%, Indie 22.8%
- #18 Legends of Ellaria
84% matchMixed57% of 827 reviews2021
Dev: Larkon Studio
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Legends of Ellaria is a unique blend of sandbox action-RPG and real-time strategy. Build a new kingdom for your people, construct and manage its cities, command your troops in epic battles and join them fighting in third-person action, and live adventures in an immersive high fantasy world.
Why similar: RPG 44.1%, Action 20.5%, Adventure 20.2%, Indie 15.2%
- #19 Undead World
82% matchVery Positive89% of 132 reviews2023
Dev: Undead World Team
Windows · Linux
Action rpg that containst fast-Paced combat and survival elements. Use your skills to defeat the Undead.
Why similar: RPG 84.1%, Action 15.9%
- #20 ENDALOR
80% matchMostly Positive71% of 239 reviews2026
Dev: Diorite Games
Windows
An immersive medieval dark fantasy survival game with RPG elements for 1-4 players. Set in a hand crafted open world. Explore, survive, build, craft, fight and conquer your way through the dark, brutal and mysterious lands.
Why similar: RPG 43.6%, Action 24.7%, Adventure 19.5%, Indie 12.2%
- #21 Dawn Break -Origin-
82% matchMixed68% of 66 reviews2019
Dev: auer Media & Entertainment Corp.
Windows
2,000,000 Download on iOS/Android Dawn Break Series now available on Steam! Which path are you on? Light or darkness?
Why similar: RPG 56.8%, Action 28.6%, Adventure 14.6%
- #22 Decay of Logos
81% matchMixed54% of 283 reviews2019
Dev: Amplify Creations
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Immerse yourself in the world of Decay Of Logos and unravel its mysteries. Explore old dungeons, battle unforgiving foes and journey through a vibrant interconnected fantasy realm with your mystical elk companion.
Why similar: RPG 43.4%, Action 21.3%, Adventure 20.1%, Indie 15.2%
- #23 Back To Ashes
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 142 reviews2023
Dev: InDID
Windows
Explore alternative realities while trying to save Your own from approaching annihilation. Dark fantasy rpg action game which will take You on a journey deep into the realms of Errent.
Why similar: RPG 40.2%, Action 22.9%, Adventure 20.2%, Indie 16.7%
- #24 Frozen Flame
78% matchMixed63% of 2,975 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamside InteractivePub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A challenging exploration and survival adventure, set in the dying world of Dragons. Only those who harness the power of Frozen Flame have the means to survive the harsh conditions of the realm and able to muster the strength to cleanse it for good.
Why similar: RPG 49.5%, Adventure 25.5%, Action 25%
- #25 Avalon Lords: Dawn Rises
81% matchMixed54% of 166 reviews2016
Dev: Animus Interactive Inc
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
"Dive into 'Avalon Lords: Dawn Rises', an RTS set in a mystical medieval world. Build your kingdom, lead vast armies, and uncover Avalon's legends. Chapter 1 launches in October, featuring the Dawn faction. Join our Discord for sneak peeks!
- #26 Immortal Heritage
77% matchVery Positive83% of 98 reviews2022
Dev: LC.Game
Windows
A 3D RPG !
Why similar: RPG 52.1%, Action 22.5%, Adventure 17.1%, Indie 8.3%
- #27 Magika Land of Fantasy
78% matchVery Positive83% of 105 reviews2018
Dev: Vimes Entertainment
Windows
Play as a powerful wizard to repeal the attack on your kingdom! Use your spells to survive through an intense journey with deadly enemies and traps to save Magika!
Why similar: Adventure 54.8%, Indie 45.2%
- #28 Silver Knight
79% matchMixed55% of 104 reviews2016
Dev: Wojciech KrupinskiPub: KrupinskiArt
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 99%
Silver Knight is a unique isometric mini-RPG with randomized enemy spawn placement that offers a challenging new experience each time you play. Any second can become your last in this dangerous land. Think twice before making your move — lives are extremely hard to come by in these parts.
Why similar: RPG 41.5%, Action 21.4%, Adventure 20.9%, Indie 16.1%
- #29 Trail of Ayash
75% matchMixed64% of 55 reviews2024
Dev: Nowsky
Windows
Trail of Ayash is an innovative and exciting open world game focused on the indigenous people, their struggles. Our world is a unique version of the lands dominated by the myths and legends of Its Inhabitants. Various tribes interact with one another, engaging in diplomacy, war, and expansion.
Why similar: RPG 54.2%, Action 25.1%, Indie 20.7%
- #30 Dragon Extinction
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 96 reviews2020
Dev: Xefier Games Inc.
Windows
Enter a fantasy world where humanity has brought dragons to the brink of extinction. This ARPG features hundreds of unique items, crafting and procedural dungeons.
Why similar: Indie 53.6%, RPG 25.8%, Action 11.8%, Adventure 8.7%
- #31 The Bloodline
72% matchVery Positive83% of 3,828 reviews2023
Dev: Shieldbearer StudiosPub: 505 Pulse
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The Bloodline is a sandbox adventure RPG that lets you play your way. Reforge bonds between kingdoms, explore the wilds, craft and plan adventures and wield mighty weapons or magic as you prepare for what is to come…
Why similar: RPG 54.6%, Action 25.8%, Indie 19.6%
- #32 Force of Nature 2: Prologue
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 78 reviews2023
Dev: A.Y.std
Windows
Force of Nature 2: Prologue is an introduction to the world of the main game. Explore one of the many worlds and uncover its mystery. This game combines the genres of Survival, Sandbox, Action, Adventure, RPG, Strategy and Resource Management
Why similar: RPG 48.8%, Action 26.1%, Adventure 25%
- #33 Wanderlust: Rebirth
77% matchMixed52% of 508 reviews2012
Dev: Yeti TrunkPub: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Wanderlust: Rebirth is an online four player co-op arcade-action RPG set in the fantasy world, Valandria. The heroes are summoned to Westhaven Arena to prove their worth as heroes of old legend. However, things are not as transparent as they first appear, when our heroes are unknowingly set upon a trek to save mankind from an ominous end.
Why similar: RPG 50.5%, Adventure 17.8%, Action 17.2%, Indie 14.5%
- #34 Trials of Ascension: Exile
76% matchMixed49% of 61 reviews2018
Dev: Dragonfire Entertainment
Windows
Trials of Ascension: Exile is a hardcore sandbox fantasy game where you will play as a human mastering your skills, evolve for the hunt as a Raknar, or defy all odds to grow as a powerful dragon!
Why similar: RPG 48.4%, Action 24.7%, Adventure 23.8%, Indie 3.1%
- #35 A Mage Reborn
73% matchVery Positive89% of 105 reviews2022
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Walk the path of a legendary mage, combining four different schools of magic to devastating effects.
Why similar: RPG 58.5%, Adventure 33.4%, Indie 8.1%
- #36 Naudrion: Fall of The Empire
75% matchMixed66% of 109 reviews2020
Dev: Aleksey Skvortsov
Windows
Dark fantasy RPG with open world. Together with Markus, you can experience an unforgettable journey, any of your actions may have consequences.
Why similar: Adventure 100%
- #37 ELDERBORN
71% matchVery Positive86% of 2,986 reviews2020
Dev: Hyperstrange
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
ELDERBORN - a Metal AF* Slasher with brutal FPP melee combat and souls-like/RPG character progression. In the times of legend, barbarian tribes need a new dark messiah. Be that merciless slayer. Uncover ancient secrets in the city of doom. Forge your own destiny! *Action Fantasy.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #38 Thy Sword
73% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2017
Dev: GamePhase
Windows
Thy Sword is a hack n' slash platformer with procedural levels and roguelike elements. A world of Sword & Sorcery awaits!
Why similar: RPG 41.7%, Action 22.2%, Adventure 20.4%, Indie 15.7%
- #39 Seeking Dawn
73% matchMixed68% of 809 reviews2018
Dev: Multiverse
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Welcome to Seeking Dawn, a multiplayer survival VR adventure that takes you far beyond the solar system. Step into the shoes of a soldier discovering a hostile planet, where predators roam free and enemies are ruthless.
Why similar: Adventure 58.6%, Indie 41.4%
- #40 YAR: Forgotten Throne
67% matchVery Positive91% of 1,301 reviews2026
Dev: Honor Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
YAR: Forgotten Throne is a story-driven open-world RPG. Choose the path of a Warrior, Volkhv, or Archer, and journey to the lands of Borea to uncover what is poisoning the forests and wildlife with darkness.
Why similar: RPG 47.6%, Action 31.6%, Adventure 20.8%
- #41 Ascend: Reborn
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 852 reviews2022
Dev: Outer Heaven
Windows
Ascend Reborn is an old-school, 3rd person action RPG. Wage war as a brutal Caos warrior on your journey to Ascension. The reign of the Titans has come to an end. The New Gods have risen to claim ultimate power and need a champion. Will you rise to the challenge?
Why similar: RPG 60.6%, Action 22.7%, Indie 16.7%
- #42 Farever
66% matchMostly Positive74% of 6,770 reviews2026
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Forge your legend in a forgotten realm! Farever is an online multiplayer action RPG set in a vast fantasy open world. Alone or with friends, embark on an epic journey together! Explore wild lands and dangerous dungeons, craft powerful gear, and carve your path through dynamic combat and platforming.
Why similar: RPG 49.9%, Action 26.1%, Adventure 24%
- #43 Project Morpheus: Prologue
71% matchVery Positive82% of 542 reviews2021
Dev: Team RangerPub: Lightning Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Welcome to Project: Morpheus, you will reprise yourself as EAST, and play your way in this world where reality and dreams collide.
Why similar: RPG 48.4%, Action 25.8%, Adventure 25.8%
- #44 Alchemist's Awakening
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 497 reviews2019
Dev: OsarisGames
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Enter a world full of magic, mystery, beautiful landscapes and dangerous creatures. Build your own destiny, by yourself or with some friends, gather materials, use elements as attacks, recombine them into building blocks... and use your Alchemist's power to give life to any shape you built.
Why similar: Action 55.4%, Indie 44.6%
- #45 Ragnar
67% matchVery Positive89% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: Fimbulwinter Games
Windows · Mac
In this epic Norse myth-inspired roguelike dungeon crawler, wield divine power to challenge Loki and uncover the secrets of the Nine Realms through the branches of Yggdrasil. Grow stronger and reshape Ragnarok’s fate with legendary weapons of the gods.
Why similar: RPG 49.8%, Action 29.8%, Indie 20.4%
- #46 Path of Redemption
70% 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: RPG 41%, Action 21.9%, Adventure 21%, Indie 16.1%
- #47 Aluna: Sentinel of the Shards
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 56 reviews2021
Dev: Digiart Interactive
Windows
16th Century Latin America - mysticism, magic and the unknown plague the land. Assume the role of Inca demigod Aluna in this epic action RPG, as you try to defend a mystical shard that possess the power of earth.
Why similar: RPG 41.5%, Action 21.6%, Adventure 20.9%, Indie 16%
- #48 Nyran Survivors
68% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Action 42.8%, RPG 36.5%, Indie 20.7%
- #49 The Legend of Karl
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 311 reviews2021
Dev: Actplus Studio
Windows
The Legend of Karl is a 2.5D hack and slash platformer. You'll master various weapons while exploring the deep diabolical world. A quest struggling between Good and Evil, fight for Justice and what you Believe!
Why similar: RPG 49.1%, Action 20.1%, Indie 16.8%, Adventure 14%
- #50 Kromlech
66% matchMixed70% of 141 reviews2026
Dev: Perun Creative
Windows
Kromlech is an action-adventure RPG with rogue-lite elements, set in a dark fantasy world of swords and sorcery. Play as an adventurer whose quest for glory and gold takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself at the center of a world-ending calamity.
Why similar: RPG 50.3%, Action 26.2%, Adventure 23.5%
- #51 Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem
67% matchMixed56% of 67,885 reviews2020
Dev: WOLCEN Studio
Windows
Median: 16.2 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Carve your path in this Hack’n’Slash free from class boundaries. Purify a world shattered by corruption, and uncover the grim secrets and forgotten horrors lurking in the shadows of this forsaken land as you rise in Power. Your Inner aspect beckons—will you answer?
Why similar: RPG 42.3%, Action 21.4%, Adventure 20.5%, Indie 15.8%
- #52 Before Fate
65% matchVery Positive90% of 125 reviews2026
Dev: Cotton Game
Windows
Before Fate is a retro sci-fi survival RPG. Explore fractured worlds across time, gather resources, craft gear, survive dungeons, and piece together the final timeline.
Why similar: RPG 42.8%, Adventure 23.1%, Action 19%, Indie 15.2%
- #53 Enshrouded
62% matchVery Positive86% of 101,648 reviews2024
Dev: Keen Games GmbH
Windows
Median: 18.7 hrsMean: 45.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You are Flameborn, last ember of hope of a dying race. Awaken, survive the terror of a corrupting fog, and reclaim the lost beauty of your kingdom. Venture into a vast world, vanquish punishing bosses, build grand halls and forge your path in this co-op survival action RPG for up to 16 players.
Why similar: RPG 50.1%, Adventure 22.6%, Action 16.5%, Indie 10.8%
- #54 Svarog's Dream
65% matchVery Positive90% of 825 reviews2023
Dev: VI Game Forge
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Awaken as a soul from the Underworld. Discover who you are and explore an ever-changing open world full of mystery. Battle beasts and gods, or forge alliances with them. Die and be reborn in this adventure.
Why similar: RPG 63.4%, Adventure 20.5%, Action 16.1%
- #55 Dissimilated Land
69% matchMixed61% of 180 reviews2018
Dev: Steel WingPub: Ggame Studio
Windows
Dissimilated Land is a roguelike-like action game. In this game, you will play the role of a survivor trapping in the Sedley's ruins. For some reason, you have to take an adventure in an unfamiliar environment, facing dissimilated monsters beyond imagination. Through fighting, you will learn the secret behind this land.
Why similar: RPG 48.1%, Action 26.8%, Adventure 25.2%