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Games Like Roah

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Female Protagonist, Action, Singleplayer, Indie.

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A great unknown danger is approaching Roah's home planet. Follow Roah as she explores the world and encountering all of its different factions, uncovering the mystery of what is draining the planets lifeforce.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 76% — of 75 reviews
Released: 2019-11-28
Developer: Grynsoft
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

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    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%

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    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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    Windows · Mac
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    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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  35. #35 Demons Roots
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    Windows
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Windows

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    73% matchVery Positive88% of 234 reviews2019
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    Windows

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    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Female Protagonist 24.2%, RPG 16.8%, Great Soundtrack 16.5%, Difficult 8.1%, Anime 6.9%

  53. #53 INAYAH - Life after Gods
    65% matchMostly Positive80% of 288 reviews2025
    Dev: Exogenesis StudiosPub: Headup
    Windows

    A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Platformer 17.4%, Action 13.2%, Anime 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11.5%

  54. #54 Momodora III
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 1,458 reviews2014
    Dev: rdein
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Platformer 15.1%, Action 10.2%, Anime 10.1%

  55. #55 Dust: An Elysian Tail
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,936 reviews2013
    Dev: Humble Hearts LLCPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Platformer 14.7%, RPG 12.6%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, Action 10.3%

  56. #56 STAR OCEAN™ - THE LAST HOPE -™ 4K & Full HD Remaster
    68% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,683 reviews2017
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Explore the galaxy on your quest, make allies and enemies among the alien races you encounter, and uncover a danger so great that it threatens all of creation.

    Why similar: RPG 41.7%, Action 22.4%, Anime 19.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Singleplayer 2.4%

  57. #57 Afterimage
    64% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
    Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Difficult 13.1%, Anime 11%, Platformer 9.7%

  58. #58 Yissa Deep Realms
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 74 reviews2017
    Dev: PixelGreeds
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Hardcore action platformer with multiple endings that depend on your choices.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.5%, Difficult 17.8%, Platformer 14.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.5%, Anime 9.2%

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