Games Like Outward Definitive Edition

Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.

Why similar: Open World 42.5%, RPG 29.6%, Fantasy 8.5%, Third Person 4.8%, Adventure 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its dangerous open-world trekking, weighty action combat, and emphasis on setting out from town for risky long expeditions make it one of the closest big-budget alternatives to Outward.

ELEX is a handcrafted action role-playing experience from the award-winning creators of the Gothic series, set in a brand new post-apocalyptic Science Fantasy universe that puts players into a huge seamless game world full of original characters, mutated creatures, deep moral choices and powerful action.

Why similar: Open World 47.8%, RPG 29.8%, Fantasy 6.4%, Third Person 4.5%, Difficult 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Like Outward, it drops you into a hostile world with little hand-holding and rewards careful exploration, resource management, and learning how to survive tough encounters.

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: Open World 33.4%, Survival 20.7%, Online Co-Op 17.1%, RPG 11.6%, Multiplayer 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: If your favorite part of Outward was co-op exploration and survival preparation, this delivers a similarly satisfying loop in a more crafting-heavy world.

Ashen is an action RPG about a wanderer in search of a place to call home.

Why similar: Souls-like 26.2%, Open World 18.7%, Online Co-Op 13.2%, RPG 12.1%, Survival 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This shares Outward's lonely-yet-cooperative feel, stamina-based combat, and focus on deliberate exploration through a hostile fantasy landscape.

A brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally-generated purgatory inspired by viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s patronage!

Why similar: Open World 26.4%, Survival 19.9%, Online Co-Op 19.2%, Co-op 12.6%, Multiplayer 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same expedition mindset as Outward, where preparation, weather, travel distance, and co-op survival all shape every outing.

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: Open World 42.1%, RPG 33.5%, Fantasy 7.2%, Third Person 4.5%, Exploration 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its grounded progression, threatening wilderness, and old-school open-world structure closely match Outward's feeling of starting weak and earning your way through a harsh world.

Gedonia is a classic open world rpg, featuring a complete freedom of building your character, exploring a huge world and completing quests.

Why similar: Open World 44%, RPG 26%, Fantasy 8.8%, Third Person 8.5%, Exploration 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its indie open-world fantasy design, build freedom, and scrappy go-anywhere adventuring echo Outward's charmingly rough but rewarding style.

Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.

Why similar: Open World 47.5%, RPG 28.5%, Third Person 8.9%, Exploration 7.5%, Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its bleak open-world fantasy, immersive survival-lite systems, and dangerous freeform exploration hit many of the same notes as Outward's harsher adventuring.

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: Souls-like 23.9%, Open World 22%, Online Co-Op 17.7%, RPG 15%, Fantasy 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its methodical combat, interconnected world design, and optional co-op make it a strong pick for players who liked Outward's soulslike side.

THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FANTASY ACTION RPG. Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Open World 22.5%, RPG 12.2%, Online Co-Op 9%, Co-op 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: While less survival-focused, it offers the same thrill of wandering into the unknown, fighting tough enemies, and piecing together a hostile fantasy world through exploration.

The world has been thrown into chaos by an ancient evil from another dimension. As one of the last remnants of humanity, you must set out alone or alongside up to two other survivors to face down hordes of deadly enemies to try to carve a foothold, rebuild, and retake what was lost.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.2%, Co-op 18.1%, RPG 14.8%, Online Co-Op 12.6%, Survival 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It swaps swords for guns more often, but its challenging co-op progression, stamina-conscious combat, and dangerous world-hopping still scratch a similar itch.

REMNANT II® pits survivors of humanity against new deadly creatures and god-like bosses across terrifying worlds. Play solo or co-op with two other friends to explore the depths of the unknown to stop an evil from destroying reality itself.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.7%, Co-op 21.6%, RPG 15.9%, Online Co-Op 15.2%, Multiplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Like the first game, it offers punishing co-op-friendly combat and rewarding exploration, just with more build variety and a stronger focus on bosses and loot.

Check out the new Velvet Edition bundle including both Two Worlds II and Pirates of the Flying Fortress DLC.

Why similar: RPG 35.5%, Open World 32.5%, Co-op 8.9%, Fantasy 7.2%, Third Person 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is another janky-but-ambitious fantasy RPG where wandering off the road, building your character, and embracing the adventure matter more than polish.

This massive online sandbox RPG features elements of magic, spellcasting, building, exploring and crafting. As a newly minted apprentice of the magic arts, you will set off to the dangerous world of Ignus. Tame mighty beasts, forge alliances, explore uncharted territories or fight for dominance!

Why similar: Open World 41.1%, Survival 21.7%, RPG 21.2%, Fantasy 7.8%, Multiplayer 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is one of the better fantasy survival co-op matches, blending magic, open-world roaming, crafting, and multiplayer adventuring in a way Outward fans may appreciate.

Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.

Why similar: Co-op 25.8%, Open World 25.6%, RPG 14.5%, Multiplayer 9.4%, Difficult 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the preparation-and-expedition side of Outward especially well, with co-op hunts built around gear planning, item use, and mastering dangerous monsters.

Hellpoint is an intense action RPG taking place on Irid Novo, a derelict space station soaked in an intoxicating dark sci fi atmosphere. Fight dreadful creatures, face the Cosmic Gods and unravel their twisted story. Should the challenge be too great, play with a friend in local or online coop.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.9%, Split Screen 18% ★, RPG 16.3%, Co-op 14.8%, Multiplayer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is a harsher, more obscure soulslike with co-op and exploration-heavy progression, making it a good fit for players who enjoyed Outward's rougher edges.

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: Open World 41.3%, RPG 28.2%, Fantasy 11.8%, Exploration 8.7%, Third Person 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its first-person fantasy sandbox approach, broad progression systems, and emphasis on carving your own journey line up well with Outward's freeform adventuring.

Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.

Why similar: RPG 45%, Souls-like 25.1%, Difficult 18.7%, Adventure 5.6%, Atmospheric 4%

Why You'll Like It: Its brutally physical combat, oppressive atmosphere, and demand for patience and mastery mirror Outward's willingness to make survival and fighting feel awkward in a good way.

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: Open World 39.4%, Survival 27.4%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Multiplayer 7.9%, Exploration 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its survival systems, boss-focused progression, and co-op exploration make it a strong choice if you liked Outward's mix of preparation and danger.

A nameless hero becomes a legend! Myrtana, a world in upheaval: overrun by orcs from the dark lands in the north, King Rhobar is defending Vengard, the former stronghold of the humans, with his last troop of followers.

Why similar: Open World 46.1%, RPG 34.6%, Fantasy 7.7%, Third Person 5.1%, Atmospheric 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its rough-edged but highly explorable open world, faction-driven progression, and sense of surviving in a dangerous land make it a natural fit for Outward fans.

A survival crafting adventure set in the Fourth Age of Middle-earth. Lead the Dwarves to reclaim Moria - mine, build, and battle through procedurally generated depths alone or with up to 8 players in co-op. It is time to return to Moria!

Why similar: Survival 24.1%, Online Co-Op 22.8%, Open World 20.8%, RPG 9.5%, Exploration 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This co-op survival adventure emphasizes delving, supply management, and dangerous journeys through a fantasy world in a way that feels very compatible with Outward's appeal.

Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 43.4%, RPG 16.7%, Open World 12.1%, Difficult 8.2%, Co-op 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: It captures Outward's deliberate pacing and vulnerability in combat, though it is more focused and less open-ended overall.

DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin brings the franchise’s renowned obscurity & gripping gameplay to a new level. Join the dark journey and experience overwhelming enemy encounters, diabolical hazards, and unrelenting challenge.

Why similar: Souls-like 41.9%, RPG 19.2%, Co-op 10.9%, Difficult 10.5%, Third Person 5%

Why You'll Like It: Its slower combat, long treks through dangerous territory, and lonely sense of adventure align better with Outward than most traditional soulslikes do.

Explore the last remnants of civilization in this vast, unforgiving, and interconnected world. Learn what is left of its history. Discover pockets of natural life in the perpetually expanding Omnistructure. Lose yourself in a journey unlike any other. Find your purpose in the world.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.6%, Open World 25.4%, RPG 18.1%, Survival 14.2%, Exploration 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its oppressive exploration, hostile world, and emphasis on learning through danger make it appealing to players who liked Outward's more punishing 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: Souls-like 37.3%, Co-op 18.4%, RPG 13.8%, Online Co-Op 8.7%, Difficult 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: If the stamina-based combat and companion-or-co-op angle were your favorite parts of Outward, this offers a more anime-styled but mechanically adjacent take.

In solo or co-op, experience Reign of Sand, the ultimate version of Atlas Fallen. Ride the sands of a timeless land and defeat legendary monsters in spectacular Action-RPG combat using devastating powers.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 39.4%, Fantasy 15.3%, Open World 13.1%, Exploration 12.4%, RPG 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its co-op action-RPG structure and emphasis on traversing a hostile fantasy landscape make it a lighter but still relevant alternative to Outward.

A free-roaming squad based RPG. Focusing on open-ended sandbox gameplay features rather than a linear story. Be a trader, a thief, a rebel, a warlord, an adventurer, a farmer, a slave, or just food for the cannibals. Train your men up from puny victims to master warriors.

Why similar: Open World 50.3%, Survival 26.8%, RPG 22.9%

Why You'll Like It: Even without the fantasy co-op angle, its no-hand-holding survival RPG structure and constant struggle to simply exist evoke a similar spirit of hard-earned adventure.

Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!

Why similar: Open World 33.6%, RPG 21.9%, Co-op 14.4%, Survival 9.8%, Online Co-Op 8.2%

The world of Elysia needs YOU! Join this cooperative, 3D sandbox action RPG to level up your character, craft epic weapons, conquer enemies in real-time, and build almost anything! Craft your adventure. Forge your hero. Become the ultimate Portal Knight!

Why similar: RPG 24%, Survival 23%, Co-op 19.6%, Multiplayer 11.2%, Adventure 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is a much lighter and more colorful take, but its local co-op, fantasy adventuring, and survival-crafting loop still make it a worthwhile option for Outward players.

The Wild Eight is an intense survival action-adventure set in the frozen wilderness of Alaska. Team up with friends in online co-op or go solo, explore the mysterious land, craft weapons and fight to live another day.

Why similar: Survival 28.1%, Open World 23.9%, Co-op 15.9%, Online Co-Op 11.1%, Multiplayer 7.5%

Conan Exiles Enhanced is an open world survival game set in the mythical lands of Hyboria, now fully upgraded to Unreal Engine 5 with stunning visuals and improved performance. SURVIVE, BUILD, and DOMINATE alone or with friends in a world brimming with adventure!

Why similar: Open World 32.4%, Survival 26.6%, RPG 10.2%, Online Co-Op 8.4%, Co-op 7.3%

Nightingale is an open world survival crafting game, where you’ll adventure across the mysterious and dangerous Fae Realms. As a daring Realmwalker, you’ll defeat monstrous enemies, survive hostile environments, and build elaborate estates in a visually stunning Gaslamp Fantasy world.

Why similar: Open World 23.6%, Survival 17.4%, Online Co-Op 16.4%, Co-op 13.8%, RPG 10.4%

Your fight for survival begins on the frozen shores of Tarvhas, where bitter cold and vicious creatures conspire to defeat the unprepared. Uncover the land’s dark history as you and fellow explorers traverse an unforgiving and hostile world to tame the Savage Lands.

Why similar: Open World 27.6%, Survival 23.4%, Online Co-Op 17.5%, RPG 13.3%, Fantasy 6.4%

Experience a big adventure on a tiny scale! Enjoy multiplayer survival in a vast, hazardous world. Preparation is key when you're this small & at the bottom of the food chain. Craft weapons & armour, tame & ride creatures, build encampments & explore a strange new land.

Why similar: Open World 22.6%, Survival 18.5%, Online Co-Op 15.8%, Co-op 14.4%, RPG 10.6%

Engage in a core roleplaying experience, and forge the destiny of a new world seeping with magic, and filled with riches, lost secrets, and fantastic creatures. With diplomacy, deception and force, become part of a living, evolving world - influence its course and shape your story.

Why similar: Open World 42.7%, RPG 36.6%, Fantasy 6.5%, Third Person 5.5%, Souls-like 2.9%

Developed by FROM SOFTWARE, DARK SOULS™ II is the highly anticipated sequel to the gruelling 2011 breakout hit Dark Souls. The unique old-school action RPG experience captivated imaginations of gamers worldwide with incredible challenge and intense emotional reward.

Why similar: Souls-like 36.4%, RPG 22.3%, Difficult 10.8%, Co-op 8.9%, Open World 6%

For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.

Why similar: Open World 25.9%, Online Co-Op 19.5%, RPG 18.1%, Co-op 16.7%, Local Co-Op 7.9%

Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.

Why similar: RPG 46%, Co-op 27.1%, Multiplayer 8.8%, Fantasy 7.3%, Moddable 4%

Build, quest, and conquer across an infinite procedurally generated world. Play alone or with friends as you establish a settlement and explore deep dungeons, fight monsters and bosses, mine rare ores, craft magical equipment, recruit specialists for your colony, and more!

Why similar: Open World 27.2%, Survival 17.6%, Co-op 14.6%, RPG 12.7%, Online Co-Op 12%

Pathologic 2 is a groundbreaking open-world horror RPG. Resist the plague. Make medicine. Heal people. Perform an autopsy. Trade to get what you need. Fight and kill if necessary. Survive. Struggle with an outbreak in a secluded rural town that is rapidly turning into hell.

Why similar: Open World 28.7%, Survival 25.2%, RPG 22.6%, Difficult 13.3%, Atmospheric 5.2%

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: Souls-like 35.5%, Open World 26%, RPG 16%, Difficult 11.5%, Exploration 7%

Gather your party and get ready for the kick-ass new version of GameSpot's PC Game of the Year 2014. With hours of new content, new game modes, full voiceovers, split-screen multiplayer, and thousands of improvements, there's never been a better time to explore the epic world of Rivellon!

Why similar: RPG 35.1%, Co-op 18.3%, Open World 14.7%, Local Co-Op 10.1%, Split Screen 9.6% ★

Adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! Will you become a hero of legend?

Why similar: RPG 22.6%, Local Co-Op 20.1%, Co-op 17.8%, Online Co-Op 14.9%, Fantasy 7.3%

Become a Wayfinder, and unlock their powers as you choose your path and playstyle while pushing back a hostile force that has overtaken your world. A Co-Op ARPG where you directly shape and customize the endless adventures you go on with friends, because Wayfinders are stronger together.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 21.8%, Open World 20.1%, RPG 15.7%, Co-op 13.2%, Third Person 7.3%

Gather your party and get ready for a new, back-to-the-roots RPG adventure! Discuss your decisions with companions; fight foes in turn-based combat; explore an open world and interact with everything and everyone you see. Join up with a friend to play online in co-op and make your own adventures with the powerful RPG toolkit.

Why similar: RPG 41.6%, Co-op 21.7%, Open World 16%, Fantasy 8.3%, Online Co-Op 4.7%

On RuneScape's forgotten continent of Ashenfall, dragons have awoken. Gather, build, skill and craft in this co-operative survival adventure. Only by mastering survival and uncovering ancient secrets can you hope to face the ferocious Dragon Queen.

Why similar: Open World 26.7%, Survival 16.9%, Co-op 15.3%, Online Co-Op 14.7%, RPG 7.8%

Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.

Why similar: RPG 45.9%, Survival 27.9%, Open World 15.9%, Difficult 8.8%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Plunge into the open-world survival simulation set in the extreme conditions of the uncharted Amazon jungle. Use real-life survival techniques to craft, hunt, fight, and gather resources, set a makeshift shelter, or raise a fortress. Survive alone or team up with your friends and challenge the jungle together.

Why similar: Survival 27.1%, Open World 23.9%, Online Co-Op 19.3%, Co-op 11.1%, Multiplayer 9.9%

A Souls-inspired action RPG set in a sandbox open world with an MMO feel and challenging directional combat. Play solo or with up to 3 friends in co-op. Build friendships, master an unrestricted class system, and uncover the cause that darkened all eyes.

Why similar: Open World 24.7%, Souls-like 21.6%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, RPG 13.4%, Fantasy 6.4%

Barony is the premier first-person roguelike with cooperative play! Adventure alone, or gather a party with iconic and unusual RPG classes to face off against the brutal dungeons. Test your resourcefulness, wits, and friendships, on your quest to lift the evil lich's curse!

Why similar: Split Screen 21.7% ★, Local Co-Op 17.2%, Online Co-Op 15.8%, Co-op 13.6%, RPG 11.4%

The hit RPG returns! Remastered with stunning visuals and refined gameplay Re-Reckoning delivers intense, customizable RPG combat inside a sprawling game world.

Why similar: Open World 39.7%, RPG 37.6%, Fantasy 11.2%, Third Person 4.4%, Atmospheric 2.3%

The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.

Why similar: RPG 36.8%, Local Co-Op 25.1%, Fantasy 16.3%, Exploration 11.6%, Moddable 10.3%

DESOLATE is a first person horror survival experience. Form a research team with up to 4 players and explore an open world filled with mysteries and unsolved questions, or do it all on your own.

Why similar: Open World 52.7%, Survival 40%, Adventure 3.6%, Atmospheric 1.5%, Difficult 1%

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: Open World 21.3%, Souls-like 17.1%, Survival 15.1%, Online Co-Op 14.8%, Co-op 11.3%

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: Open World 30.5%, Online Co-Op 25.2%, RPG 21.9%, Exploration 6.2%, Fantasy 5.9%

Embark on an adventure set in a fantasy survival RPG. Visit a borderless, open world where you manage resources to construct your base and new types of equipment to support your conquest.

Why similar: Open World 22.6%, Survival 17.5%, Online Co-Op 14.2%, RPG 12.7%, Co-op 12.3%

Dark Souls continues to push the boundaries with the latest, ambitious chapter in the critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series. Prepare yourself and Embrace The Darkness!

Why similar: Souls-like 36.2%, RPG 14.9%, Open World 12.9%, Co-op 10%, Difficult 10%

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: Open World 39.9%, RPG 25.7%, Fantasy 7.8%, Online Co-Op 6.5%, Multiplayer 5.1%

Fade to Silence is a single-player and co-op survival adventure set in a post-apocalyptic world that is frozen in an eternal winter. Snow and ice have shaped a merciless landscape. Nature is corrupted. Monstrous creatures out of an Eldritch horror dream roam the frozen wasteland.

Why similar: Survival 26%, Open World 23.7%, RPG 16.1%, Online Co-Op 11.1%, Co-op 8.1%

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 37.4%, Open World 26.5%, Fantasy 8.4%, Adventure 7.8%, Atmospheric 7.1%