Games Like Ryse: Son of Rome

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: Hack and Slash 33.7%, Third Person 19.4%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Gore 12.9%, Action 10%

Why You'll Like It: Its linear structure, intimate revenge-driven story, heavy sword combat, and cinematic presentation make it one of the closest tonal matches to Ryse.

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: Hack and Slash 38.3%, Action 13.5%, Third Person 12.5%, Gore 10%, Open World 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the same kind of brutal, cinematic third-person melee combat and story-heavy single-player spectacle, just in a Norse myth setting instead of Rome.

Fight through Mordor and uncover the truth of the spirit that compels you, discover the origins of the Rings of Power, build your legend and ultimately confront the evil of Sauron in this new chronicle of Middle-earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.2%, Open World 16.9%, Third Person 14.9%, Action 13.4%, Gore 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its weighty melee combat, flashy executions, and third-person power fantasy closely echo Ryse even though it trades history for fantasy.

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: Hack and Slash 53.1%, Action 12.6%, Third Person 10.8%, Gore 9.1%, Adventure 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: If you want another focused third-person action game built around combos, finishers, and big set-piece pacing, this fits extremely well.

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

Why similar: Historical 22.5%, Open World 19.1%, Action 14.2%, Third Person 13.9%, Gore 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same honorable-warrior fantasy with stylish third-person sword combat, cinematic storytelling, and a historical backdrop.

A fierce struggle is taking place within Asgard, the realm of the Norse Gods.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 50.1%, Action 14.6%, Third Person 10.2%, Gore 8.7%, Open World 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers the same kind of brutal melee combat and mythic-warrior atmosphere, only filtered through Norse instead of Roman themes.

Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.5%, Action 12.2%, Third Person 12%, Open World 6.9%, Gore 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Like Ryse, it emphasizes cinematic storytelling, weighty melee combat, and brutal finishing moments throughout a polished single-player campaign.

Experience an epic open-world brought to life by the award-winning Nemesis System. Forge a new Ring of Power, conquer Fortresses in massive battles and dominate Mordor with your personal orc army in Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.8%, Open World 16%, Gore 11.9%, War 10.9%, Third Person 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: It keeps the same satisfying execution-heavy third-person combat as Shadow of Mordor while expanding the scale of the battlefield fantasy.

A Warrior Slave… Chosen by the Gods… To restore the glory of an Empire. In the Year 106 AD the Roman Empire is in terrible decline. After the untimely death of the much-loved Emperor Trajan, the despotic Emperor Arruntius has bled the once powerful Rome to its knees.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.3%, Action 20.3%, Historical 15.1%, Gore 13.5%, Adventure 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its arena-combat theme, gore, and ancient-world melee action make it one of the most thematically obvious follow-ups to Ryse.

A new breed of WARRIOR returns, committed to destroying the enemies of FREEDOM When ONE angry man, has a world to protect - There is only ONE future – HIS OWN No-nonsense hero Marlow never shied away from danger or trouble. But now he faces his ULTIMATE challenge.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 69%, Action 17.5%, Third Person 7.6%, Adventure 4.1%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: This is a very close mechanical match thanks to its linear campaign, spectacle-focused hack-and-slash combat, and frequent cinematic set pieces.

In Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine you are Captain Titus, a Space Marine of the Ultramarines chapter and a seasoned veteran of countless battles.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.3%, Gore 16.9%, Action 16.4%, Third Person 14.2%, Multiplayer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It channels Ryse's same brand of straightforward, brutal, third-person combat and heroic battlefield spectacle, just in sci-fi armor.

Explore Ancient Egypt in this action-adventure game. Battle powerful enemies, unveil conspiracies, and discover the origin story of the Assassin’s Brotherhood.

Why similar: Historical 35.3%, Open World 19.8%, Third Person 12.7%, Action 11%, RPG 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its ancient-world setting and cinematic action-adventure feel make it a strong pick if the historical side of Ryse is what grabbed you most.

Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.

Why similar: Third Person 25.5%, Hack and Slash 24.6%, Action 21.1%, Gore 18.1%, War 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Although it is martial-arts instead of sword-and-shield, its linear structure, punishing melee focus, and stylish finishers hit a very similar action-game itch.

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: Hack and Slash 45.5%, Quick-Time Events 28.7% ★, Action 11.2%, Third Person 4.6%, Adventure 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is another cinematic, combo-driven action game with heavy melee combat, linear progression, and a big dramatic tone.

Become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma and embark on an epic action adventure story set in a heated historical Japan. Turn the tide of battle with legendary gun and sword combat to change the course of history in search for justice.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.7%, Historical 20.6%, Action 14.4%, Gore 8.8%, Adventure 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It scratches the same historical revenge-story itch while delivering flashy third-person sword combat in a strongly cinematic campaign.

Plunge into a dark fantasy Action-RPG, harnessing powerful magic alongside a satisfying combat system. When the tyrannical god, Adyr, invades the human realm seeking vengeance for his imprisonment, humanity calls upon an unlikely defender… a convicted sinner named Harkyn.

Why similar: Third Person 24.5%, Action 21%, RPG 17.7%, Open World 13.5%, Atmospheric 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It is slower and more RPG-like, but the heavy third-person melee combat and grim warrior atmosphere overlap with Ryse's appeal.

In this action-adventure game, set sail for Ancient Greece to alter its fate. Fight in visceral battles on land and sea, shape your destiny from outcast to legend, and uncover secrets of your past.

Why similar: Historical 32.9%, Open World 23.1%, Third Person 15%, Action 10.4%, RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: If you mainly want more ancient-era action with heroic melee combat and a grand historical-mythic tone, Odyssey fits well.

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: Hack and Slash 52.4%, Action 16.6%, Third Person 13.9%, Adventure 7.3%, Atmospheric 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its focused story campaign, third-person action, and cinematic companion-driven presentation make it a good match for Ryse's pacing and feel.

A time of untold chaos has come. Mighty forces clash behind the scenes in a struggle for power and influence. The Northern Kingdoms mobilize for war. But armies on the march are not enough to stop a bloody conspiracy...

Why similar: Third Person 21.9%, RPG 20.9%, Nudity 17.4%, Open World 11%, Action 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It pairs a gritty, story-rich campaign with melee-heavy third-person combat and a more focused structure than many modern RPGs.

Behold the fierce blend of "Warriors" and "Berserk"!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 55%, Gore 17.8%, Action 11.2%, Nudity 8.8%, Third Person 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its battlefield-scale hack-and-slash action and relentlessly violent melee spectacle overlap nicely with Ryse's more theatrical combat moments.

Fight alone or with friends in For Honor, a third-person hero-based melee fighting game. Enter the chaos of war as a Knight, a Viking, a Samurai, a Wu Lin, or an Outlander. Fight in brutal PvP and team-oriented modes, or play the thrilling story campaign.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.7%, War 15.5%, Third Person 13.1%, Gore 13.1%, Action 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its heavy weapon combat and execution animations echo Ryse's most satisfying fight moments, even if it is much more multiplayer-focused.

Prince of Persia The Forgotten Sands is the next chapter in the fan-favorite Sands of Time universe. Visiting his brother's kingdom following his adventure in Azad, the Prince finds the royal palace under siege from a mighty army bent on its destruction.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.5%, Action 30%, Third Person 21.5%, Adventure 11.6%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly streamlined, cinematic action-adventure experience built around acrobatic melee combat and constant forward momentum.

The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 58.7%, Action 13.9%, Third Person 9.1%, Gore 6.8%, Nudity 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It is more stylish and over-the-top than Ryse, but the combo-heavy third-person melee action and boss-driven spectacle are a natural next step.

Experience what it’s like to be Batman and face off against Gotham's greatest villians. Explore every inch of Arkham Asylum and roam freely on the infamous island.

Why similar: Third Person 33.4%, Action 32.7%, Open World 16%, Adventure 8.1%, Atmospheric 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: While less historical, its tight third-person combat, rhythmic counters, and cinematic campaign make it a strong match in feel.

Game of the Year - The Game Awards 2019 Best Action Game of 2019 - IGN Carve your own clever path to vengeance in the award winning adventure from developer FromSoftware, creators of Bloodborne and the Dark Souls series. Take Revenge. Restore Your Honor. Kill Ingeniously.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.5%, Action 17.2%, Third Person 15.4%, Gore 11.1%, Open World 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its sword-focused third-person combat and intense duels appeal strongly to players who liked Ryse for its melee-centered warrior fantasy.

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: Hack and Slash 32.9%, Action 12.8%, Third Person 10.7%, Gore 9.1%, RPG 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is a darker, harder spin on weighty melee combat that still fits if what you want most is another brutal third-person swordfighter.

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: Hack and Slash 72.9%, RPG 6.5%, Action 6.2%, Open World 5.9%, Nudity 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: It blends stylish melee combat, cinematic storytelling, and dramatic set pieces in a way that should click if you liked Ryse's spectacle.

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: Hack and Slash 57%, Action 13.3%, Nudity 11.2%, Third Person 6.3%, Gore 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Though far more flamboyant, it is still an excellent fit for players chasing another polished, combat-first, cinematic action game.

Story-driven open-world RPG that immerses you in an epic adventure in the Holy Roman Empire. Avenge your parents' death as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Explore castles, forests, villages and other realistic settings in medieval Bohemia!

Why similar: Historical 35.9%, Open World 21%, RPG 11.3%, Nudity 10.8%, Action 7.4%

Caesar’s Revenge is a die-and-retry retro FPS set in classical antiquity. Bring retribution to the greedy senator’s that betrayed you. Become the fall of Rome.

Why similar: Rome 60.5% ★, Hack and Slash 25.9%, Historical 8.8%, Action 4.9%

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: Third Person 28.1%, Hack and Slash 24.1%, Action 23.1%, Linear 8.9%, Adventure 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its linear story campaign, third-person melee system, and cinematic presentation make it a solid lesser-known follow-up to Ryse.

After Lincoln Clay's surrogate family, the black mob, is betrayed and killed by the Italian Mafia, Lincoln builds a new family and blazes a path of revenge through the Mafioso responsible.

Why similar: Open World 25%, Third Person 20.2%, Action 18.2%, Nudity 9.3%, Gore 7%

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."

Why similar: Historical 26.6%, Open World 16.1%, Third Person 15.6%, Action 11.2%, Gore 10.9%

Against a darkening background of famine, disease and war, a new power is rising in the great steppes of the East. With a million horsemen at his back, the ultimate warrior king approaches, and his sights are set on Rome… The next instalment in the multi award-winning PC series that combines turn-based strategy with real-time tactics,...

Why similar: Rome 49.8% ★, Historical 24.3%, War 14.9%, Multiplayer 3.3%, Co-op 2.4%

Besiege castles and raid villages in Chivalry: Medieval Warfare, a fast-paced medieval first person slasher with a focus on multiplayer battles

Why similar: Gore 26.4%, Hack and Slash 21%, Action 14.6%, Multiplayer 13.6%, Historical 10.5%

At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the heroes were fighting for hegemony, and the flames were everywhere. In the game, players played the role of Zhao Yun, a well-known general of the Three Kingdoms, and interpreted the story of his youth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.5%, Historical 21.3%, War 12.1%, Third Person 6.9%, Open World 5.5%

Build the best ludus in the world! and survive in ancient Rome.

Why similar: Rome 61.4% ★, Gore 10.9%, Historical 9.3%, Action 6.4%, Open World 3.8%

Story of a Gladiator is an arena beat 'em up where you take the role of a man in search of his destiny. Fight against waves of enemies in the arena to earn coin and fame until you are strong enough to enter the colosseum and become champion.

Why similar: Rome 58.5% ★, Historical 12.7%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Gore 11%, Action 3.7%

MURDERED: SOUL SUSPECT™ takes players into a whole new realm of mystery where the case is personal and the clues just out of reach, challenging gamers to solve the hardest case of all… their own murder.

Why similar: Third Person 28.9%, Action 20.3%, Adventure 15.2%, Atmospheric 14.9%, Open World 10.6%

Play as Mad Max, a reluctant hero and survivor who wants nothing more than to leave the madness behind and find solace.

Why similar: Open World 29.2%, Action 20.5%, Third Person 19.1%, War 8.6%, Multiplayer 5.3%

From Remedy Entertainment, the masters of cinematic action games, comes Quantum Break, a time-amplified suspenseful blockbuster. The Quantum Break experience is part game, part live action show—where decisions in one dramatically affect the other.

Why similar: Third Person 37.9%, Action 35.7%, Atmospheric 10.3%, Singleplayer 6.6%, Adventure 6.3%

War hero Vito Scaletta becomes entangled with the mob in hopes of paying his father’s debts. Vito works to prove himself, climbing the family ladder with crimes of larger reward and consequence.

Why similar: Action 22.5%, Open World 16.8%, Gore 16.3%, Third Person 14.4%, Nudity 12.7%

Return to an apocalyptic Earth in Darksiders III, a hack-n-slash Action Adventure where players assume the role of FURY in her quest to hunt down and dispose of the Seven Deadly Sins. The most enigmatic of the Four Horsemen, FURY must bring balance to the forces that now ravage Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 57%, Action 9.6%, Third Person 7.9%, Open World 6.4%, Gore 6.1%

Vikings – Wolves of Midgard takes you to the Shores of Midgard, a world based upon the mythology and history of the Vikings, but with a fantasy twist. Battle the fearsome Jotan, hordes of terrifying undead monstrosities and the beasts of Ragnarok, as you strive to survive the growing cold of Fimbulwinter.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 47.4%, Gore 12.8%, Action 8.5%, Co-op 8.2%, Nudity 7.3%

Gladius is an immersive VR sword fighting game set in ancient Rome. As a gladiator, you will choose your weapons, train against different enemies, and finally fight for your freedom in an epic battle against the mightiest warriors and mythical creatures of the time. Win the crowd and you will win your freedom.

Why similar: Rome 56.9% ★, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Gore 10.3%, Historical 9.2%, Action 4.9%

Chivalry 2 is a multiplayer first person slasher inspired by epic medieval movie battles. Players are thrust into the action of every iconic moment of the era - from clashing swords, to storms of flaming arrows, to sprawling castle sieges and more.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.5%, Historical 19%, Gore 13.3%, War 11%, Third Person 6.8%

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. In the slaughter that ensued, the demonic forces defeated the heavenly hosts and laid claim to the Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 54.8%, Action 14.7%, Third Person 12.6%, Gore 5.6%, Adventure 4.6%

Gladiators: Survival in Rome is an Action RPG with casual survival game mechanics and active city building. You'll experience a new type of survival game with quests & dungeons, continuous progression, seasonal events and lots of spear poking.

Why similar: Rome 60.7% ★, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Historical 14.5%, Action 4.2%, RPG 2.4%

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 54.2%, Action 11.3%, Open World 9.1%, Third Person 8.4%, RPG 5.2%

Vermintide is an epic co-operative action combat adventure set in the End Times of the iconic Warhammer Fantasy world.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.4%, Gore 19.8%, Co-op 15.5%, Action 14.2%, Multiplayer 8.1%

Unforgiving boss fights. Gory pixels. Glorious fast-paced gladiatorial action-combat. Analyze your opponents weakness, adapt your strategy and colour the sands with the blood of your enemies.

Why similar: Rome 56.4% ★, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Historical 12.8%, Gore 5.5%, Action 4%

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: Hack and Slash 67.3%, Action 12.6%, Third Person 8.9%, Gore 8.8%, Singleplayer 1.5%

No longer a New York City cop, Max Payne moves to São Paulo to protect a wealthy family in an effort to finally escape his troubled past. This complete edition of Max Payne 3 includes the complete original game and all previously released downloadable content.

Why similar: Action 30.7%, Third Person 20.7%, Multiplayer 12.8%, Nudity 7.8%, Linear 6.6%

In Blood of Mehran, explore sweeping sand dunes, bustling bazaars and sprawling palaces. Go blade to blade with enemies, pick them off from a distance with your arrows, or slip by them like a ghost. Level up and build your legend.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 42.6%, Historical 23.2%, Third Person 12%, Action 8.6%, Atmospheric 3.9%

Ready to die? Experience the newest brutal action game from Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo Games. In the age of samurai, a lone traveler lands on the shores of Japan. He must fight his way through the vicious warriors and supernatural Yokai that infest the land in order to find that which he seeks.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 41.1%, Historical 13.7%, Action 11.3%, Third Person 8.9%, RPG 5.9%

Defeat the Ninth Legion of the Roman army in this side-scrolling, arcade-inspired beat 'em up set in Roman-era Britain.

Why similar: Historical 27.9%, Gore 27.5%, Action 25%, Adventure 9.2%, Co-op 8.4%

ANIMUS is an Action RPG that calls upon you to bring an end to a dying world. Button mashing will get you killed. Keep a keen eye on your stamina as you block, dodge, and strike down your enemies.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 46.7%, Linear 13.9%, Third Person 13.3%, Action 10.8%, RPG 6.3%

Emperor Edition is the definitive edition of ROME II, featuring an improved politics system, overhauled building chains, rebalanced battles and improved visuals in both campaign and battleEmperor Edition contains all free feature updates since its release in 2013, which includes bug fixes, balancing, Twitch.

Why similar: Rome 66% ★, Historical 19.7%, War 7.6%, Multiplayer 3%, Co-op 1.5%