Games Like Ryse: Son of Rome

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 38.4%, Action 13.6%, Third Person 12.4%, Gore 10.1%, Open World 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the same kind of weighty third-person melee, brutal finishers, and cinematic story presentation that make Ryse memorable.

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 33.8%, Third Person 19.4%, Gore 13%, Atmospheric 12.8%, Action 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its focused singleplayer campaign, heavy close-quarters combat, and intensely personal warrior story echo Ryse's cinematic feel.

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

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.3%, Action 12.4%, Third Person 11.7%, Open World 7.2%, Gore 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: If you want more polished, spectacle-heavy axe-and-sword combat wrapped in an epic linear narrative, this is one of the closest modern matches.

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 28.1%, Open World 17.1%, Third Person 14.8%, Action 13.4%, Gore 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its brutal third-person sword combat, counter-heavy flow, and execution animations feel like a more open-ended cousin to Ryse.

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 12.7%, Third Person 10.8%, Gore 9.1%, Adventure 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast, heavy-feeling combat and focused singleplayer structure make it a strong fit for anyone who liked Ryse's action-first pacing.

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

Why similar: Hack and Slash 49.9%, Action 14.8%, Third Person 10.2%, Gore 8.8%, Open World 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is another third-person hack-and-slash built around savage melee combat and big battlefield spectacle in a mythic historical setting.

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 45.6%, Quick-Time Events 28.4% ★, Action 11.4%, Third Person 4.6%, Adventure 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: It shares Ryse's love of cinematic set pieces, QTE-driven boss moments, and straightforward story-led hack-and-slash action.

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 24.9%, Open World 16%, Gore 11.9%, War 10.9%, Third Person 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: It builds on Shadow of Mordor's brutal melee and executions while adding even larger-scale war sequences that Ryse fans may appreciate.

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 35.1%, Open World 20%, Third Person 12.7%, Action 11.1%, RPG 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its revenge-driven historical campaign and grounded sword-and-shield combat make it one of the best picks if the Roman-era vibe mattered as much as the action.

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 16.5%, Third Person 14.2%, Multiplayer 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its brutal third-person combat, execution moves, and warzone atmosphere mirror Ryse's march-forward combat intensity even with guns added.

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 68.8%, Action 17.6%, Third Person 7.8%, Adventure 4.1%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: This is a very Ryse-like blend of flashy melee combat, cinematic camera work, executions, and unapologetic QTE spectacle.

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 32.7%, Open World 23.4%, Third Person 14.9%, Action 10.5%, RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Though more open-world, it scratches a similar itch with ancient warfare, third-person melee combat, and heroic battlefield drama.

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 21.1%, RPG 17.7%, Open World 13.6%, Atmospheric 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers slower, heavier sword-and-shield combat for players who want Ryse's weighty feel pushed toward a darker action-RPG style.

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 11.4%, Open World 9.2%, Third Person 8.4%, RPG 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: It keeps the same stylish third-person melee focus as Ryse, just with more RPG systems and a bigger fantasy scope.

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 52.2%, Action 16.7%, Third Person 14%, Adventure 7.3%, Atmospheric 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its directed campaign, cinematic storytelling, and close-range third-person combat make it a great alternative for players who liked Ryse's structure.

Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.5%, Gore 22.6%, Third Person 13.7%, Action 12.2%, RPG 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This one leans more old-school and punishing, but its heavy, gory melee combat captures Ryse's sense of physical weapon impact.

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%, Gore 13.2%, Third Person 13.1%, Action 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: While multiplayer-focused, it's one of the best games for grounded weapon combat and flashy executions that feel spiritually close to Ryse's duels.

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 12.9%, Third Person 10.9%, Gore 8.9%, RPG 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its deliberate, brutal melee combat and oppressive atmosphere make it a good fit if Ryse's heaviness mattered more than its blockbuster pacing.

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 26.9%, Open World 16.3%, Third Person 15.2%, Gore 11.6%, Action 11%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a historical revenge-flavored third-person sword combat experience with cinematic flair, just in a more open structure.

In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 66%, Action 13.3%, Third Person 8.1%, Gore 7.1%, Adventure 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: If what you liked most was stylish crowd-clearing combat and nonstop cinematic momentum, this is a great next step.

It will take the combined efforts of two great warriors to explore menacing dungeons, overgrown ruins, and downtrodden towns … and discover the secrets of the Demon’s Forge.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.5%, Third Person 17.1%, Action 16.9%, Co-op 12.6%, Adventure 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a gritty, story-driven third-person action campaign with a similarly straightforward combat-and-set-piece focus.

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 28.2%, Hack and Slash 23.6%, Action 23.5%, Linear 8.9%, Adventure 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Like Ryse, it's a cinematic linear action game built around melee combos, finishers, and polished presentation over deep RPG systems.

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 21.8%, RPG 20.9%, Nudity 17.5%, Open World 11.2%, Action 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its dark war story and brutal swordplay make it a solid choice for players who want another mature, story-heavy third-person action game.

A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title from Respawn. An abandoned Padawan must complete his training, develop new powerful Force abilities, and master the art of the lightsaber - all while staying one step ahead of the Empire.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 42%, Third Person 19%, Open World 13.2%, Action 9.9%, RPG 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its story-driven campaign, parry-focused melee, and big cinematic set pieces line up well with Ryse's action-adventure appeal.

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 40.9%, Historical 13.8%, Action 11.5%, Third Person 9%, RPG 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is much tougher than Ryse, but its weapon-focused combat and historical-war backdrop make it a strong fit for melee-first players.

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 17.3%, Third Person 15.3%, Gore 11.2%, Open World 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Choose this if you want an even sharper and more skill-based version of cinematic sword combat in a focused singleplayer adventure.

Ayumi, the gorgeous gun and sword-wielding treasure hunter, sets out on a journey to an ancient island in search of new adventures. While rich in bounty, the island is also filled with the magic of Chaos, being at the same time home to blood thirsty monsters.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 62.8%, Action 13.9%, Third Person 11.8%, Adventure 3.9%, Nudity 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers quick, flashy third-person hack-and-slash combat in a very gamey, spectacle-driven format that Ryse fans can click with.

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

Why similar: Hack and Slash 54.7%, Gore 18%, Action 11.2%, Nudity 9%, Third Person 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: This is a good pick if your favorite part of Ryse was cutting through waves of enemies in dramatic battlefield scenarios.

A new SAMURAI WARRIORS begins. After a 7-year wait, a new instalment in the tactical action series "SAMURAI WARRIORS" is finally here!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 54%, Historical 21.6%, Action 11.5%, Co-op 6.7%, Multiplayer 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures Ryse's large-scale battle fantasy through stylish third-person melee combat and constant army-cleaving spectacle.

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 35.7%, Open World 21.2%, RPG 11.2%, Nudity 10.9%, Action 7.4%

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 25.1%, Third Person 20.1%, Action 18.3%, Nudity 9.3%, Gore 7.1%

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 18.9%, Gore 13.4%, War 11.1%, Third Person 6.8%

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 8.7%, Action 4.9%

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 38%, Action 35.8%, Atmospheric 10.1%, Singleplayer 6.5%, Adventure 6.3%

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 15%, Multiplayer 3.3%, Co-op 2.3%

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 40.1%, Action 20.5%, Historical 15%, Gore 13.6%, Adventure 8.6%

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 26.6%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Action 14.7%, Multiplayer 13.5%, Historical 10.5%

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 29.4%, Action 20.7%, Third Person 19.1%, War 8.6%, Atmospheric 5.1%

Uncover the origins of organized crime in Mafia: The Old Country, a gritty mob story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily. Fight to survive as Enzo Favara and prove your worth to the Family in this immersive third-person action-adventure.

Why similar: Historical 31.1%, Third Person 18.6%, Linear 14.1%, Action 13.6%, Open World 8.7%

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

Why similar: Rome 62.1% ★, Gore 10.7%, Historical 9%, Action 6.3%, Open World 3.8%

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 22.4%, Open World 16.7%, Gore 16.5%, Third Person 14.3%, Nudity 13%

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 11.7%, Gore 11.1%, Action 3.8%

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 20.4%, Multiplayer 12.6%, Nudity 8%, Linear 6.5%

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 38.4%, Historical 22.6%, War 12.4%, Linear 7.6%, Open World 5.5%

You are Geralt of Rivia, mercenary monster slayer. Before you stands a war-torn, monster-infested continent you can explore at will. Your current contract? Tracking down Ciri — the Child of Prophecy, a living weapon that can alter the shape of the world.

Why similar: Open World 29.1%, Nudity 15.9%, Third Person 14.4%, RPG 12.7%, Action 8.6%

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 31.5%, Gore 20%, Co-op 15.3%, Action 14.3%, Multiplayer 8%

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 20.6%, Adventure 15.3%, Atmospheric 14.6%, Open World 10.8%

Homefront®: The Revolution is an open-world first person shooter where you must lead the Resistance movement in guerrilla warfare against a superior military force.

Why similar: War 21.9%, Open World 21.1%, Action 21.1%, Co-op 14.6%, Multiplayer 12%

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%, Action 12.7%, Gore 8.9%, Third Person 8.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%

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 10.4%, Historical 9.2%, Action 4.9%

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 47.2%, Gore 12.9%, Action 8.6%, Co-op 8.1%, Nudity 7.4%

Experience the Next Generation of the #1 Fighting Franchise. Mortal Kombat X combines unparalleled, cinematic presentation with all new gameplay.

Why similar: Gore 55.2%, Action 18.8%, Multiplayer 14.5%, Third Person 4.8%, Atmospheric 4.1%

Lead a Roman expeditionary force into the heart of Ancient Britain! Recruit, promote, and upgrade your legionaries while constructing a series of fortified marching camps. Use Roman tactics and strategies to conquer the entire island and become Warlord!

Why similar: Rome 68.3% ★, Historical 16.2%, Open World 7.4%, Action 4.7%, Adventure 1.4%

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 60.8% ★, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Historical 14.4%, Action 4.2%, RPG 2.4%

The great exploits of the Ancient Rus in the war with the lizards. Immerse yourself in the world of Hyperborea and defeat hordes of Lizards and other unholy who encroached on holy places Ancestors. Choose a blessed hero and go save the world from the green plague.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.3%, Historical 28.5%, Third Person 11.8%, Action 5.1%, Open World 4.9%

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 9.7%, Third Person 7.9%, Open World 6.5%, Gore 6.1%

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 5.6%, Action 4.1%

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 42.5%, Historical 23.2%, Third Person 12%, Action 8.7%, Atmospheric 3.9%