Games Like SpellMaster: The Saga

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: Gothic 25.6% ★, Open World 15.7%, RPG 10.6%, Third Person 5.9%, Fantasy 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Gothic, this title offers the same blend of exploration, faction-based progression, and challenging combat.

Gothic II: Gold Edition brings together the excitement of Gothic II and the add-on Night of the Raven to your fingertips!

Why similar: Gothic 19.9% ★, Open World 11.4%, RPG 9.2%, Medieval 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 8%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive classic that inspired the gameplay loop and atmospheric world-building found in SpellMaster.

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: Gothic 28.8% ★, Medieval 15%, Action RPG 14%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%, RPG 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern action-RPG that leans heavily into the Gothic-inspired design philosophy of a seamless, unforgiving medieval world.

Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.4%, Open World 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Exploration 11.3%, RPG 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern spiritual successor to the Gothic series that perfectly captures the gritty, choice-driven, and dangerous open-world experience.

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 23.9%, Gothic 20.5% ★, RPG 12.6%, Third Person 7.9%, Difficult 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This open-world RPG features the signature janky but deeply rewarding exploration and faction-heavy narrative style of Piranha Bytes games.

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 17.2%, Medieval 16.7%, Magic 14.3%, Third Person 11.6%, RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: An indie open-world RPG that offers a massive, non-linear world where exploration and character build variety are the primary focus.

Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.2%, Open World 15.8%, Medieval 13%, Magic 12.9%, RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This retro-styled open-world RPG captures the sense of discovery and strange, dangerous atmosphere found in classic fantasy adventures.

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: Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Nonlinear 15.7%, Open World 15.3%, Action RPG 12.7%, Third Person 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive, dark-fantasy open-world RPG that prioritizes player agency and atmospheric storytelling in a decaying world.

MONOMYTH is an immersive, first-person dungeon-crawling RPG inspired by the genre's late classics. Embark on a journey through a vast and highly interactive game world as you unravel the mysteries hidden beneath the ancient fortress of Lysandria.

Why similar: Nonlinear 25.7%, Action RPG 20.3%, Open World 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, RPG 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that emphasizes environmental interaction and atmospheric exploration in a way reminiscent of classic immersive sims.

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: Medieval 35.4%, Open World 24.2%, RPG 12.5%, Story Rich 8.1%, Action RPG 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: While grounded in history, its focus on difficult, skill-based combat and a reactive, immersive world aligns well with the goals of SpellMaster.

War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against this threat. Whoever breaks the law in these darkest of times is sentenced to serve in the giant penal colony of Khorinis, mining the so much needed...

Why similar: Gothic 21.5% ★, Open World 13%, RPG 9.5%, Medieval 7.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: The original game that established the formula of a reactive, dangerous world where your actions have tangible consequences.

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

Why similar: Open World 18.9%, Action RPG 12.7%, RPG 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Fantasy 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a vast, dangerous open world with challenging combat and a sense of adventure that rewards thorough exploration.

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 23.9%, RPG 17.4%, Action RPG 11.7%, Third Person 10.9%, Story Rich 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A AA action-RPG that balances political choice, faction reputation, and exploration in a unique colonial-fantasy setting.

A hardcore high fantasy isometric action RPG set in a huge sandbox world ruled by magic and monsters. Master deep skill-based combat, forge powerful builds, explore unforgiving lands and dungeons, face brutal boss fights, uncover ancient secrets, and save Plamen from its inevitable doom!

Why similar: Action RPG 16.7%, Nonlinear 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Open World 11.1%, Magic 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, lore-heavy world with a focus on difficult, skill-based combat and exploration.

You are a mercenary possessed by a flame demon in a desperate world ravaged by seven Ice Lords. In this RPG where every choice counts, you will have to choose between unleashing the powers of the beast within and rejecting its demonic influence.

Why similar: RPG 20.8%, Action RPG 11.2%, Fantasy 11.1%, Third Person 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that focuses on difficult combat and moral choices that impact the game world.

This critically acclaimed first-person RPG from Arkane Studios takes the player on an amazing journey into the fantasy world of Arx. Arx is wrought with turmoil, brought to the brink of destruction by a violent war.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 21.9%, RPG 17.8%, Fantasy 9.6%, Classic 9.5% ★, Magic 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic immersive sim that excels at creating a dense, interconnected world filled with secrets and environmental puzzles.

In this sequel to the vintage Open World RPG ELEX, Jax must once again unite the free people of the Science-Fantasy world of Magalan against a new threat - the Skyands, who want to change the face of the planet forever.

Why similar: Gothic 17.6% ★, Open World 12.9%, Action RPG 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Third Person 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the open-world mechanics of the first game with improved verticality and more complex faction interactions.

The Technomancer is a sci-fi RPG that offers players plenty of dynamic combat action based on 4 skill trees dedicated to 3 combat styles and the destructive electrical powers of the Technomancers.

Why similar: Open World 26%, RPG 21.4%, Third Person 20.6%, Action 8.4%, Action RPG 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi action-RPG from Spiders that shares the same AA-tier ambition, focus on factions, and challenging combat as SpellMaster.

Discover a new breed of Action-RPG game powered by an enhanced version of the Source™ Engine by Valve. Set in the Might & Magic® universe, players will experience ferocious combat in a dark and immersive fantasy environment. Swords, Stealth, Sorcery. Choose your way to kill.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 16.9%, RPG 14.8%, Magic 13.8%, Fantasy 12.7%, Medieval 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its physics-based combat and immersive dungeon exploration that makes every encounter feel dangerous.

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 18.5%, Gothic 17.1% ★, RPG 11.7%, Medieval 9.9%, Third Person 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a massive, seamless open world that emphasizes the freedom to explore and influence the fate of the land.

An Intense Cyberpunk Rpg On the Red Planet! Mars War Logs takes you to Mars, nearly a century after the cataclysm that threw the planet and its colonists into chaos. Water has become the most precious resource on the arid red planet, with a few companies fighting a perpetual war for its control.

Why similar: RPG 25.9%, Third Person 22.9%, Action RPG 19.2%, Action 10.2%, Story Rich 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: An earlier title from the same developers as GreedFall, offering a gritty, choice-heavy narrative in a harsh, unforgiving environment.

Set several years after the end of Risen, raging titans have devastated the world and pushed humanity to the brink of existence. Subsequently, monstrous creatures have risen from the watery depths of the sea and their attacks have brought all seafaring to a grinding halt.

Why similar: Open World 18.4%, RPG 18%, Gothic 15.7% ★, Third Person 10.8%, Fantasy 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the Piranha Bytes tradition of open-world exploration with a unique pirate-fantasy twist.

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 65.3%, RPG 25.4%, Adventure 5%, Singleplayer 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox RPG that offers unparalleled freedom in a brutal, unforgiving world where you must carve out your own story.

London, 1918. You are newly-turned Vampyr Dr. Jonathan Reid. As a doctor, you must find a cure to save the city’s flu-ravaged citizens. As a Vampyr, you are cursed to feed on those you vowed to heal.

Why similar: Open World 19.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, RPG 12.3%, Story Rich 11.7%, Third Person 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on narrative consequences and atmospheric exploration in a dark, dangerous city setting.

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: Dark Fantasy 17.4%, Difficult 13.4%, Action RPG 13%, Medieval 8.2%, RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that emphasizes difficult combat and exploration within a interconnected, gothic-inspired world.

Welcome to CREO, the megacorporation saving the world! A catastrophic event has knocked you out during the first day on the job… you wake up equipped with a heavy-grade exoskeleton, in a destroyed section of the complex.

Why similar: Difficult 26.4%, Third Person 18.3%, RPG 14.8%, Open World 11.4%, Action RPG 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi, it shares the same 'AA' design philosophy of challenging, methodical combat and environmental storytelling.

A story driven solo RPG inspired by oldschool games like RuneScape and Ultima Online! Explore a sprawling medieval fantasy world full of npcs with dialogue, level skills, fight varied monsters and uncover the story of Rothar Aercrest – the cursed lord to the remote woodlands of Imberthale.

Why similar: Open World 17%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Magic 14%, RPG 12.8%, Third Person 10.9%

The new open world, spellcasting action-RPG. The grimoires have been stolen, civilisation is in ruins. Rise, Curator! Craft ancient elemental magics and challenge the great lords who threaten to fracture reality itself.

Why similar: Nonlinear 12.8%, Difficult 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action RPG 10.3%, Open World 9.1%

Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world.

Why similar: Magic 22.7%, Open World 18.1%, Fantasy 10.7%, Action RPG 9.3%, Third Person 7.8%

Reign of Guilds — the spiritual successor to the old-school fantasy where steel, magic, and skill decide your fate. Inspired by the legacy of Ultima Online and EverQuest.

Why similar: Medieval 17.4%, Open World 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Magic 12.1%, Third Person 9.8%

Awaken as a soul from the Underworld. Discover who you are and explore an ever-changing open world full of mystery. Battle beasts and gods, or forge alliances with them. Die and be reborn in this adventure.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.1%, Open World 20.6%, Exploration 11.9%, RPG 10.9%, Story Rich 9.6%

Dark fantasy RPG with open world. Together with Markus, you can experience an unforgettable journey, any of your actions may have consequences.

Why similar: Gothic 27.1% ★, Medieval 12.8%, Open World 11.9%, Magic 10.9%, Third Person 9.5%

Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.

Why similar: Nonlinear 20.9%, Action RPG 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Open World 8.9%, Exploration 8%

Ringlorn Saga is an adventure RPG inspired by the Japanese PC classics. Prince Gerhard the Brave embarks on a journey to the neighboring land to investigate the appearance of a magic barrier and his father's disappearance.

Why similar: Action RPG 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Open World 13.4%, Magic 12.4%, Exploration 11%

Start your journey in a dark fantasy world. Prepare to face challenging enemies with Swords, Bows and powerful Magics. Choose your path! Fight, Craft, Explore and find out the dark secret of The Altered Lands.

Why similar: Difficult 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Action RPG 12.8%, Open World 11.4%, Medieval 11.2%

Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!

Why similar: Open World 26.6%, RPG 24.7%, Action RPG 10.9%, Fantasy 10.5%, Adventure 9.6%

Welcome to a world of darkness, where every step can be your last. Explore a stunning world filled with fear and horror, solve puzzles, and endure combat trials to become a hero and protect your world from darkness. Become a warrior ready to fight anything that stands in your way in this action RPG.

Why similar: Action RPG 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Medieval 13.2%, Third Person 12.3%, Magic 11.8%

Journey into the ruthless open world of Pale Coins, an old-school fantasy RPG. Face punishing bosses, goblin-infested dungeons, and discover legendary weapons as you customize your champion and fight across Grenmark for the fabled Champion's Coin.

Why similar: Action RPG 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Difficult 15.2%, Open World 14.3%, Exploration 8%

Ortharion: The Last Battle is a hack'n slash RPG that immerses you in a medieval fantasy world full of secrets. Customize your hero by combining classes, equipment and spells to create unique synergies to face formidable bosses to prove your strength.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.4%, Medieval 15.8%, Nonlinear 10.7%, RPG 10.2%, Exploration 9.9%

Based on the RPG book, set in a huge open world, Avalom: Ancestral Heroes presents a rewarding action combat experience.

Why similar: Action RPG 15.1%, Open World 13%, Medieval 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Magic 10%

A third-person action RPG that brings to life the world of Gaia from the Anima: Beyond Fantasy RPG table-top books. Explore a deep and multifaceted story where your choices and actions directly impact the journey and decide the fate of the characters.

Why similar: Action RPG 20.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Magic 12.8%, Third Person 12.2%, Fantasy 9.6%

Embark on an epic MMORPG adventure in The 4th Coming! Inspired by classics like Diablo and Ultima Online. The action of the game takes place in a medieval-fantasy world where the player plays a character with his characteristics, skills, spells and equipments.

Why similar: Medieval 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Action RPG 16.1%, Open World 14.3%, Fantasy 8.3%

Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition is a challenging action role playing game set in a world of dark fantasy. Step into the shoes of Couriers, as they discover the tale behind the mysterious Dark Mist.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.6%, Action RPG 20.3%, Difficult 18%, Story Rich 10.1%, RPG 9.1%

Defeat the evil Antiochus as you fight his malefic servants in this open-world fantasy action RPG with a unique, real-time combat game-play. Crafting, fishing, hunting, cooking, talents, professions and many other things are at hand.

Why similar: Medieval 20.1%, Action RPG 19.5%, Open World 16.3%, Fantasy 9.5%, Exploration 8.8%

Guild of Darksteel is a story-driven adventure game set in a rich, dark fantasy world. As the immortal Sellsword, you must unearth an evil plot brewing beneath the city of Ravenrock. Only you can discover the true horror lurking under the city’s surface.

Why similar: Gothic 21.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 15%, Difficult 14.2%, Medieval 10.8%, Action RPG 10.3%

Wyvia is an open world 3D action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs. Save your world from a monstrous invasion. Choose from 10 classes customizing them with a robust cross-class skill system, craft and upgrade tons of weapons, explore dungeons battling a variety of enemies, and defeat terrifying bosses!

Why similar: Medieval 29.2%, Action RPG 25%, Fantasy 11.4%, Exploration 10.1%, RPG 9.6%

An action-adventure in a medieval fantasy universe. Learn all about the adventures of mighty Swordbreaker before his appearance in the castle. Destroy enemies with a sword, magic, and a unique device — the swordbreaker, from which the hero got his alias!

Why similar: Medieval 13.4%, Difficult 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, RPG 10.1%, Third Person 9.6%

YAR is a fully-fledged open-world RPG. Embark on a heartfelt journey inspired by Boreyian myths and legends, filled with vibrant and unforgettable adventures, uncover the mystery behind the attempt to conquer the noble Boreyian people.

Why similar: Action RPG 17.8%, Difficult 16%, Open World 15.9%, Magic 15%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%

Old school action RPG. Travel through an open world, design your own character class and feed your LUST for POWER by crushing your foes. Bonus replayability thanks to procedural generation, tons of abilities and items. Optional permadeath for hardcore roguelike fans!

Why similar: Nonlinear 21.4%, Action RPG 19.7%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Open World 14.3%, Fantasy 7.9%

Become The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, a legendary monster slayer caught in a web of intrigue woven by forces vying for control of the world. Make difficult decisions and live with the consequences in a game that will immerse you in an extraordinary tale like no other.

Why similar: RPG 15.2%, Fantasy 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Third Person 10.1%, Story Rich 8.9%

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: Difficult 24%, Dark Fantasy 23.4%, Action RPG 13.6%, Third Person 10.8%, RPG 8.4%

Sign a contract in blood! Travel throughout the planes of existence slaying or befriending powerful doomlords in this wizard simulator inspired by the FMV games and dungeon crawlers of the early 90's. Learn powerful spells to solve puzzles and combat the dark forces amassing against you.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.4%, Magic 17.9%, RPG 14.6%, Exploration 14.6%, Atmospheric 9.9%

Each person you aid, each flower you crush, and each creature you slay will change this world forever. Fable: Who will you be?

Why similar: RPG 15.4%, Third Person 11.5%, Fantasy 9.8%, Open World 9.4%, Magic 9.1%

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: Action RPG 23.5%, Third Person 15.3%, Story Rich 11.2%, Exploration 11.1%, Fantasy 10.1%

Shadows: Awakening is a unique, isometric single-player RPG with real-time tactical combat. You embark on an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics.

Why similar: RPG 20.8%, Dark Fantasy 17%, Action RPG 16.9%, Magic 11.9%, Action 8.2%

Embark on a journey through the Old Kingdom in Realms of Magic - a sandbox RPG where you customize your character, choose your path, and immerse yourself in the fantasy world as a knight, wizard, miner, lumberjack, farmer, and more. After all, this is YOUR adventure.

Why similar: Open World 33.9%, RPG 30.5%, Adventure 13%, Magic 8.5%, Action 8.4%

BIOMUTANT® is an open-world, post-apocalyptic Kung-Fu fable RPG, with a unique martial arts styled combat system allowing you to mix melee, shooting and mutant ability action.

Why similar: Open World 31.9%, Third Person 11.9%, Action RPG 10.7%, RPG 10.1%, Fantasy 6.4%

The old world is gone, lost with the disappearance of the King. Reforge reality in this dark action RPG through skill-based combat, innovative open-world platforming and the testimonies of survivors… some more trustworthy than others. Are you ready, Wanderer?

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Difficult 14.5%, Action RPG 13.2%, RPG 12.5%, Third Person 10.1%

Explore various dungeons, making use of various weapons and magic! Challenge the most deadly locations, make your name as an adventurer! Clear the corridors of monsters, collecting tools and weapons as you go. Watch out for booby traps!

Why similar: Magic 18.1%, RPG 16.7%, Medieval 13.2%, Action RPG 12%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%