Games Like NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139...

NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.1%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, JRPG 9.1%, Story Rich 8%, RPG 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its direct sequel expands Replicant’s melancholic android-and-humanity themes, Platinum-style combat, multiple-route storytelling, and exceptional soundtrack.

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: JRPG 21.8%, Great Soundtrack 18.6%, Story Rich 13.2%, Action RPG 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It combines cinematic real-time combat, an emotionally heavy tragedy, a bleak war-torn fantasy world, and a grand orchestral soundtrack.

The all-new Action-RPG, ONINAKI tells the story of one Watcher on a journey to protect Life, after Death.

Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, RPG 20.6%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Action 10.7%, Anime 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This action RPG shares Replicant’s mournful tone, focus on death and souls, companion-driven story, and fast hack-and-slash combat.

Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.

Why similar: JRPG 32.6%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Anime 11.8%, Story Rich 10.4%, RPG 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A revenge-driven antihero story with a tragic emotional core, energetic action combat, and a party whose banter recalls Replicant’s companions.

Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi.

Why similar: JRPG 35.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, RPG 13.7%, Action RPG 12.5%, Story Rich 8%

Why You'll Like It: Its party-focused action combat, dramatic character writing, powerful score, and dystopian setting make it a strong modern JRPG counterpart.

Final Fantasy XIII is a fantasy RPG in which a band of brave humans struggle against fate in the utopian sky city of Cocoon and the primeval world of Pulse. Follow stylish heroine Lightning's fast paced battles and high adventure in a mysterious new world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.5%, JRPG 34.6%, Story Rich 8.7%, RPG 8%, Female Protagonist 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its linear, stylish journey through a threatened world features a superb soundtrack, emotional party drama, and an increasingly desperate story.

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 50.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Post-apocalyptic 10.5%, Atmospheric 5.5%, Female Protagonist 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This atmospheric action adventure explores a ruined world through melancholy exploration, tragic lore, and an outstanding haunting score.

For when I weep, then I am strong. Battle through Purgatory as Rei to help save her sister in this Action RPG. Switch freely between four playable characters, and uncover each one of their pasts to see the sorrows they have endured.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.7%, JRPG 24.3%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 9.5%, Hack and Slash 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its deeply grief-centered story, dark spiritual imagery, and action-RPG battles make it a particularly fitting choice for Replicant’s emotional side.

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39%, JRPG 16.9%, Story Rich 15.9%, RPG 7.2%, Post-apocalyptic 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Although turn-based, it shares Replicant’s devastatingly earnest storytelling, beautiful ruined world, striking soundtrack, and themes of mortality.

Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30.6%, JRPG 22.5%, RPG 10.8%, Story Rich 9.3%, Hack and Slash 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its road-trip camaraderie, real-time combat, tragic destiny, and especially emotional soundtrack suit players who value Replicant’s heartfelt journey.

FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0 HD brings an immersive world, memorable characters and the production value known of the series, together with high quality gameplay and storytelling truly worthy of the FINAL FANTASY name.

Why similar: JRPG 22.2%, Great Soundtrack 21.9%, Hack and Slash 10.8%, RPG 9.4%, Story Rich 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This dark action JRPG delivers a bleak war narrative, a large cast facing sacrifice, and a somber atmosphere beneath its fast combat.

Save humanity from extinction in post-apocalyptic action-adventure Stellar Blade™. Experience blistering combat and a twisting storyline as you unravel the mysteries of Earth’s downfall.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.7%, Post-apocalyptic 20%, Story Rich 12.1%, Action RPG 10.9%, Action 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its polished character-action combat, desolate science-fiction Earth, mysterious lost-humanity premise, and memorable music closely overlap with NieR’s surface appeal.

Ys returns with a brand new adventure for the first time in 8 years! Adol awakens shipwrecked and stranded on a cursed island. There, he and the other shipwrecked passengers he rescues form a village to challenge fearsome beasts and mysterious ruins on the isolated island.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.9%, JRPG 26.5%, RPG 12%, Hack and Slash 7.6%, Story Rich 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers responsive action combat, excellent music, a mysterious collapsing civilization, and a gradually more poignant adventure story.

Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.

Why similar: JRPG 30.7%, Character Action Game 14.8% ★, Anime 11.9%, RPG 11.3%, Action RPG 10%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylish psychic combat, alternate character perspectives, dystopian science-fiction setting, and escalating conspiratorial plot echo several NieR strengths.

300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!

Why similar: JRPG 34.1%, Story Rich 12.1%, Anime 11.9%, RPG 11.5%, Action RPG 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its real-time party combat, oppressed-world setting, sweeping presentation, and emotionally direct character drama make it an accessible adjacent JRPG.

A classic survival horror experience set in a dystopian future where humanity has uncovered a dark secret. Unravel a cosmic mystery, escape terrifying creatures, and scavenge an off-world government facility as Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost dreams.

Why similar: Atmospheric 25.9%, Violent 23.4%, Female Protagonist 18.2%, Action 13.8%, Adventure 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: This intimate sci-fi horror story captures NieR’s sense of decaying civilization, artificial beings, fractured identity, and deeply melancholic mystery.

Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars is an RPG set in a world of swords and sorcery, told entirely through the medium of cards.

Why similar: JRPG 44.9%, RPG 17%, Story Rich 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: From YOKO TARO, this story-focused RPG carries similarly offbeat humor, melancholy, twists, and a wistful fantasy atmosphere despite its card-based presentation.

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, Story Rich 14%, RPG 10.4%, Action RPG 10.1%, Anime 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its satisfying character-action combat, supernatural alternate history, strong companion relationships, and multiple narrative routes make it a compelling action-JRPG fit.

A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!

Why similar: JRPG 36.6%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Action RPG 13%, Anime 12.5%, RPG 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers polished party-based action, spectacular boss fights, a strong soundtrack, and a character-driven fantasy campaign with a similarly Japanese RPG sensibility.

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.6%, Action RPG 14.6%, JRPG 13%, RPG 9.8%, Story Rich 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its precise action-RPG combat and puzzle exploration support an unexpectedly emotional sci-fi mystery about identity, virtual worlds, and abandoned places.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 51.5%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Post-apocalyptic 8.5%, Atmospheric 6.4%, RPG 5%

Why You'll Like It: Its wordless post-apocalyptic exploration, cryptic lore, fluid combat, and evocative electronic score recreate Replicant’s lonely atmospheric side.

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: JRPG 29%, Anime 13.1%, Action RPG 10.9%, Hack and Slash 9.9%, Post-apocalyptic 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: This anime souls-like mixes a ruined world, tragic immortal characters, companion-based exploration, and dramatic action-RPG combat.

Developed in cooperation between Square Enix and Team NINJA (Koei Tecmo Games), STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is a hard-core action RPG that takes the FINAL FANTASY series in a new direction. Experience the boldest and most merciless battles in FINAL FANTASY history.

Why similar: JRPG 32%, RPG 13.8%, Action RPG 13%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Action 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its aggressive combat, bleak fantasy setting, and unexpectedly earnest story about cycles, sacrifice, and destiny make it a worthwhile darker Final Fantasy option.

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: Hack and Slash 27.2%, Character Action Game 23.5% ★, Story Rich 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Action RPG 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: This dark character-action game pairs combo-heavy combat with a grim ruined city, sisterly emotional stakes, and gothic supernatural tragedy.

Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies.

Why similar: JRPG 24.5%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, RPG 16.2%, Story Rich 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its demanding, deeply customizable melee combat and yokai-ravaged historical fantasy suit players primarily seeking Replicant’s action depth and dark mood.

Developed by Kojima Productions and PlatinumGames, METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE takes the renowned METAL GEAR franchise into exciting new territory with an all-new action experience. The game seamlessly melds pure action and epic story-telling that surrounds Raiden – a child soldier transformed into a half-human, half-cyborg ninja who...

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 62.3%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Character Action Game 8.8% ★, Action 4.7%, Story Rich 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: From PlatinumGames, it offers similarly exhilarating weapon combat, memorable music, and an over-the-top cybernetic dystopian tone.

EXPLORE YOUR WAY. Awoken to a world ruined by war, Alma must traverse the vast city of Arcadia before the life force of her friends and herself withers away. Time is ticking, and every moment matters. Who will you save, and who will you leave to turn UNSIGHTED?

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 24.7%, RPG 20%, Action 13.3%, Action RPG 13.3%, Adventure 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: This stylish action RPG explores memory, personhood, and a dying robotic society through fast combat and an urgent, melancholy sci-fi premise.

HARVESTELLA, an all-new life-simulation RPG from SQUARE ENIX! Lead a life of self-sufficiency with your vibrant house as a base and cooperate with allies to overcome various threats.

Why similar: JRPG 42.2%, RPG 15.2%, Story Rich 15.1%, Action RPG 12.3%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Beneath its life-sim elements is a thoughtful action RPG about a dying world, recurring catastrophe, and a surprisingly melancholy science-fiction mystery.

CRISIS CORE -FINAL FANTASY VII- REUNION is a remaster of CRISIS CORE featuring updated graphics, combat systems and soundtrack. Follow the tale of SOLDIER operative Zack Fair, as he discovers the secrets of Shinra's dark experiments.

Why similar: JRPG 41.8%, RPG 16.1%, Action RPG 14.2%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 6.9%

The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.

Why similar: JRPG 33.1%, RPG 13.3%, Story Rich 13%, Action RPG 10.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, Story Rich 12.3%, Bullet Hell 10.9%, Violent 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its intense boss-focused action, electronic soundtrack, minimalist dystopian storytelling, and lonely atmosphere make it a strong combat-and-mood match.

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 29.2%, Great Soundtrack 26.1%, RPG 10.8%, Story Rich 8.3%, Action 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This post-apocalyptic action RPG combines dungeon exploration, expressive hack-and-slash combat, and a death-themed quest through a world in ruin.

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Action RPG 9.4%, RPG 8.9%, Story Rich 7%

Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.

Why similar: JRPG 32%, Great Soundtrack 18.1%, RPG 13.4%, Anime 8.9%, Story Rich 8.2%

An epic adventure awaits, where you and your chosen partners explore a post-apocalyptic world, face fierce battles against powerful enemies, and uncover an epic story that transcends time.

Why similar: JRPG 32.4%, RPG 17.1%, Action RPG 13.5%, Anime 13%, Action 10.9%

Set in a post-apocalyptic setting, it’s up to your special team of God Eaters to take down god-like monsters devastating the world. With an epic story, unique characters, and all new God Arcs and Aragami, the latest evolution in ACTION is here!

Why similar: JRPG 21.6%, Hack and Slash 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.6%, Anime 13.1%, Action 6.9%

Long ago, Ragnarok—the End Times—loomed upon the realms. The All-Father Odin, with the last of his strength, created an emissary of redemption, Valkyrie; her sole task being the salvation of a doomed world.

Why similar: JRPG 21.6%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, RPG 12.8%, Action RPG 9.1%, Action 8%

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.7%, RPG 16.4%, Anime 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Action 8.6%

Swear your oath as a GOD EATER and drive back the supernatural harbingers of Earth’s destruction. Buy GOD EATER 2 Rage Burst and get GOD EATER Resurrection FOR FREE

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 19.6%, JRPG 18.5%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Anime 12.5%, RPG 9.4%

PlatinumGames’ universally acclaimed action masterpiece finally comes to PC. Experience the over-the-top stylish action in 60fps at unlocked HD resolutions. The definitive way to play: being bad never felt so good.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.2%, Hack and Slash 24.4%, Character Action Game 12.8% ★, Nudity 8.9%, Action 7.5%

In the distant future when civilization is on the verge of extinction, people follow the legend of the Elysium in the last city, Havenswell. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland sci-fi ARPG, you will play as Arrisa, a Blader with immortality, and explore the city ruin to find the hope of a new life.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 26%, Anime 18.3%, Action RPG 17.3%, RPG 11.8%, Female Protagonist 8%

Lightning Returns is the concluding chapter of the Final Fantasy XIII saga and series heroine Lightning's final battle. The grand finale of the trilogy brings a world reborn as well as free character customization and stunning action based battles.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.2%, JRPG 26%, RPG 10.5%, Story Rich 8.4%, Hack and Slash 4.4%

Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.2%, JRPG 19.2%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Story Rich 8.2%, Anime 7%

Embark on an epic odyssey to save your younger sister – and the whole of humanity – from mysterious dimensional invaders from beyond the starlit skies in Lost Soul Aside™.

Why similar: JRPG 30.2%, Hack and Slash 27.4%, RPG 13.2%, Action RPG 11.9%, Action 8.2%

Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 24%, Story Rich 16.2%, Anime 13.9%, Post-apocalyptic 12.9%, RPG 10.7%

KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is an HD remastered collection of 6 unforgettable KINGDOM HEARTS experiences. Take up your Keyblade to save the Disney worlds from darkness.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30.2%, JRPG 19.7%, RPG 7.8%, Hack and Slash 7.6%, Story Rich 7.4%

While imprisoned in Balduq, Adol is cursed and becomes a Monstrum. With his newfound powers, he must stop the Grimwald Nox from consuming the city.

Why similar: JRPG 33.8%, Great Soundtrack 22%, Story Rich 13.3%, Action RPG 10.4%, RPG 8.7%

In a world torn by war and political skirmishes, accept the burden of the Shepherd and fight human darkness to protect your world from Malevolence and reunite humans and Seraphim.

Why similar: JRPG 34.8%, Great Soundtrack 23.4%, Story Rich 9%, RPG 8.9%, Anime 8.8%

Journey back to the other world in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered. LEVEL-5’s classic tale returns better than ever, with improved graphics and performance.

Why similar: JRPG 30.8%, Great Soundtrack 29.7%, RPG 11.2%, Story Rich 7.8%, Anime 6.6%

CRYMACHINA is an action RPG where mechanical girls strive to survive in a post-apocalyptic world to become “Real Humans''. But what does it mean to be a “Real Human”?

Why similar: JRPG 33.3%, RPG 12.6%, Action RPG 12.4%, Anime 10.7%, Action 8.6%

FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.

Why similar: JRPG 33.4%, Great Soundtrack 32.7%, RPG 15.2%, Story Rich 10.9%, Adventure 2.2%

It is no longer about facing destiny. Create a new future and change the world! Now enhanced for Windows PC.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.9%, JRPG 31.5%, RPG 8.3%, Story Rich 8.1%, Anime 4.1%

.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.6%, JRPG 28.1%, Story Rich 10.2%, RPG 10.1%, Anime 7.8%

Zenless Zone Zero is HoYoverse’s brand-new urban fantasy ARPG. Players act as "Proxies" who explore Hollows alongside a wide range of unique Agents, fighting enemies, and completing commissions on their journey to unveil the mysteries behind New Eridu.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.4%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Anime 11.5%, Post-apocalyptic 9.5%, Story Rich 8%

Save the world or the life of one girl... I decide my destiny! The world was once ruled by the Nightｌord. In that world lived a Saint, destined to become a sacrifice to the Nightｌord, and a Holy Knight, with the power to use Servans. Take your Servans and fight accross "The Land Without Night" for the one you love!

Why similar: JRPG 26.8%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Story Rich 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, RPG 8.9%

FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster celebrates two of the most cherished and beloved entries to the world-renowned franchise, completely remastered in gorgeous High Definition & now available on PC / Windows!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.8%, JRPG 30.9%, Story Rich 13.2%, RPG 8.5%, Atmospheric 2.2%

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: JRPG 24.6%, Post-apocalyptic 18.1%, Story Rich 16.7%, Action RPG 9.9%, RPG 9.5%

As the commandant of the Gray Raven squad, you must assemble the most powerful Construct soldiers ever created and lead them into battle. Uncover the dark truths behind the Punishing Virus, push back the Corrupted, and reclaim Earth in this stylish, high-octane action RPG.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.5%, Great Soundtrack 17.3%, JRPG 15.5%, Post-apocalyptic 12.1%, Story Rich 9.1%