Games Like Steelrising

Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque era.

Why similar: Souls-like 42.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Action RPG 8.6%, Third Person 7.4%, Difficult 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Like Steelrising, it features a stylized historical setting, a puppet protagonist, and precise souls-like combat.

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

Why similar: Souls-like 36.3%, Difficult 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Action RPG 10.5%, Third Person 9%

Why You'll Like It: Shares Steelrising's dark, plague-ridden atmosphere and fast-paced, punishing action-RPG mechanics.

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 43.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Difficult 9.5%, Violent 7.9%, Action RPG 7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar deliberate, third-person souls-like combat experience focused on atmospheric exploration.

In a bid to survive, explore the sprawling, devastated Jericho City. Fight ferocious threats in brutal, unforgiving combat, slashing and tearing the limbs off your opponents to steal their equipment.

Why similar: Souls-like 58.2%, RPG 8.4%, Difficult 7.3%, Violent 7.1%, Third Person 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features industrial, mechanical enemy designs and precise directional limb-targeting combat reminiscent of Steelrising's automaton battles.

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: Souls-like 61.7%, Difficult 8.8%, Third Person 7.8%, RPG 6.5%, Violent 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Presents a sci-fi action-RPG structure with mechanical augmentation and close-quarters combat akin to Steelrising.

A new dark fantasy Three Kingdoms action RPG from Team NINJA, the developers of Nioh.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.4%, Difficult 12%, Action RPG 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Character Customization 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides fast-paced, deflect-heavy action combat set within a historical fantasy backdrop.

Embark on a journey full of danger in this action RPG, inspired by Greek and Roman mythologies. Explore the breathtaking city of Aphes and forge your way through legions of unique foes and mythical bosses to discover the truth behind the city’s curse.

Why similar: Souls-like 36.6%, Action RPG 16%, Third Person 10.5%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Exploration 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a mythical third-person adventure with agile action-RPG mechanics and a distinct narrative style.

Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike set in a beautiful sun-lit world inspired by Italian folklore where the brightest sun casts the darkest shadow. Wear unique role-altering masks, face formidable foes and alter reality with the power of Ardore to unravel the secrets of Enotria.

Why similar: Souls-like 23.1%, Soundtrack 14.5% ★, Difficult 9.2%, Action RPG 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Takes inspiration from European folklore and theatrical aesthetics to deliver a vibrant souls-like experience.

Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies.

Why similar: Souls-like 33%, Difficult 13.4%, Character Customization 12.5%, RPG 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers deep, demanding third-person action-RPG combat with stance-based mechanics.

From games studio A44, makers of Ashen, comes an explosive Souls-lite, where Gods and guns collide in a battle for the future of humanity.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.9%, Alternate History 12.5%, Action RPG 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, Third Person 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Blends magical firearms and close-range melee combat in a gunpowder-fantasy setting similar in spirit to Steelrising's era.

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 38.2%, Character Customization 12.5%, Action RPG 11.4%, Difficult 9.6%, Third Person 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features stylized anime aesthetics paired with companion-driven souls-like action RPG gameplay.

Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.6%, Action RPG 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, RPG 7.7%, Story Rich 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning mythological action-RPG featuring intense boss battles and agile staff-fighting mechanics.

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: Souls-like 33.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Difficult 9.6%, Action RPG 9.6%, RPG 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational dark fantasy souls-like that matches the heavy, deliberate combat pacing of Steelrising.

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 56.1%, RPG 9.5%, Difficult 8.6%, Dark Fantasy 5.9%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Adapts souls-like mechanics into a third-person shooter format featuring dystopian exploration.

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 39.4%, Difficult 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Third Person 6.9%, RPG 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an atmospheric, sprawling journey through ruined worlds filled with deliberate souls-like challenges.

Chronos: Before the Ashes is an atmospheric RPG that chronicles a hero’s lifelong quest to save their homeland from a great evil.

Why similar: Souls-like 53.9%, RPG 11%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Action 9%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features atmospheric third-person action-adventure exploration with deliberate melee combat.

The Last Hero of Nostalgaia is a satirical action-adventure, brought to life by a twisted and wicked tale. Featuring hard but fair combat, *full character customization, unique battle armor and engaging narrative mechanics rich in lore, Nostalgaia plunges you into almost certain death at every turn.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, Third Person 10.9%, Action RPG 10.2%, Character Customization 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Presents a satirical souls-like adventure set inside a decaying world of video game nostalgia.

Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

Why similar: Souls-like 30%, Action RPG 15.2%, Difficult 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%, Action-Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a punishing, atmospheric action-RPG experience though from a 2D perspective.

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: Souls-like 37.7%, Third Person 14.9%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Story Rich 6.9%, RPG 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a cinematic third-person action-adventure with clear souls-inspired combat and exploration.

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 38.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Difficult 12.4%, Third Person 6.7%, Action RPG 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential dark fantasy action-RPG that defined the challenging combat loop seen in Steelrising.

The story of Cal Kestis continues in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™, a galaxy-spanning, third-person, action-adventure game.

Why similar: Souls-like 37.5%, Third Person 14.5%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Story Rich 6.2%, Character Customization 6%

Why You'll Like It: Builds upon its predecessor with refined lightsaber stances and demanding action gameplay.

Deathbound is a unique Soulslike. Build a party of four characters and instantly morph between them in and out of combat. Combine their abilities to pull off devastating attacks and slay those who stand before you.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.8%, Difficult 11.6%, Action RPG 11.2%, Violent 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based souls-like set in a brutal sci-fi-fantasy world with unique character-switching mechanics.

In a vibrant undersea kingdom on the verge of collapse, a hermit crab embarks on a treasure hunt to buy back his repossessed shell. The second game from AGGRO CRAB.

Why similar: Souls-like 60%, Action RPG 9.3%, Third Person 7.3%, Dark Fantasy 6.4%, Atmospheric 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A surprisingly deep souls-like adventure that blends accessible shell-swapping mechanics with challenging combat.

Their Flesh Is Your Weapon. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel action-RPG with adrenaline-charged, high-stakes combat. Possess warrior Shells, dethrone false gods, redeem a ravaged world.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Action RPG 11.4%, Violent 11%, Difficult 10.7%

Unleashed and unforgiving. Can you rise to the challenge? Immortal: Unchained is the latest addition to the genre of ultra-hardcore action RPGs. Take the role of a living weapon, unleashed to stop the source of a cataclysmic event threatening to end all worlds.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.6%, Violent 12.2%, Action RPG 10.8%, Third Person 10.5%, Character Customization 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical sci-fi souls-like shooter focusing on punishing ranged and close-quarters combat.

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a soulslike, action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty, plagued with warring factions and a mysterious illness spawning monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.4%, Action RPG 11%, Difficult 10.5%, Third Person 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%

Sinner: Sacrifice for Redemption is a boss battler action-RPG. Face eight abhorrent bosses, the first seven each based on one of the sins. Before each epic clash, you must sacrifice a stat and level down to enter combat. Each fight will be tougher than the last as you wage war against sin itself.

Why similar: Souls-like 23.5%, Character Action Game 22.3% ★, Difficult 10.1%, Action RPG 9.3%, Third Person 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-focused action-RPG that emphasizes difficult, methodical combat encounters.

Developed in cooperation between Square Enix and Team NINJA (Koei Tecmo Games), STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is a hard-core action RPG that takes the FINAL FANTASY series in a new direction. Experience the boldest and most merciless battles in FINAL FANTASY history.

Why similar: Souls-like 21.2%, Action RPG 17.9%, Third Person 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, RPG 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers deep, action-heavy character building and fast-paced combat encounters.

If war is the closest we get to hell on earth, it's because Earth harbours the worst of demons: humankind. In an isolated country ravaged by infighting, discover the secrets of your past and deal with the repercussions of a mysterious calamity.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Third Person 11.3%, Action RPG 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%, Violent 7%

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: RPG 14.3%, Difficult 13%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Third Person 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric action RPG featuring surreal dark fantasy aesthetics and platforming elements.

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 44%, Action RPG 12.3%, Third Person 10%, RPG 8.9%, Difficult 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, sci-fi souls-like set aboard an abandoned space station with occult themes.

An epic adventure awaits, where you and your chosen partners explore a post-apocalyptic world, face fierce battles against powerful enemies, and uncover an epic story that transcends time.

Why similar: Souls-like 42.4%, Action RPG 15.3%, Character Customization 14%, RPG 10.6%, Action 6.6%

The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.7%, Difficult 13.5%, Action RPG 12.6%, Third Person 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%

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

Why similar: Souls-like 39.2%, Action RPG 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Third Person 8.4%, RPG 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric co-op souls-like focused on endurance, exploration, and understated storytelling.

Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.

Why similar: Alternate History 23.8%, Cinematic 17.4%, Third Person 15.4%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

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: Souls-like 32.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Action RPG 12.3%, Difficult 10.6%, RPG 7%

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.1%, Story Rich 12.7%, Fantasy 10.6%, RPG 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%

In a mad and sublime utopian world, take part in explosive encounters. Adapt your fighting style to each opponent, use your environment and upgrade your equipment to fulfill your mission. If you want to reach the truth, you'll have to pay in blood.

Why similar: Alternate History 37.1%, RPG 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Adventure 9.7%, Atmospheric 9.1%

Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?

Why similar: Third Person 14.9%, Action RPG 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Cinematic 10.9%, Atmospheric 8.4%

Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.

Why similar: Character Action Game 33.2% ★, Action RPG 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Third Person 12.7%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

Long may the sun shine! Prepare to suffer! Souls-like combat adventure in a unique world. Learn to fight... then fight to realize your belief.A warrior gradually grows and uncovers the ultimate truth of world change.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.5%, Alternate History 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Third Person 8.9%, Fantasy 5.7%

In the distant future when civilization is on the verge of extinction, people follow the legend of the Elysium in the last city, Havenswell. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland sci-fi ARPG, you will play as Arrisa, a Blader with immortality, and explore the city ruin to find the hope of a new life.

Why similar: Souls-like 57.5%, Action RPG 18.9%, RPG 7%, Action-Adventure 4.4%, Action 3.9%

Then, there was fire. Re-experience the critically acclaimed, genre-defining game that started it all. Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning high-definition detail running at 60fps.

Why similar: Souls-like 36.9%, Difficult 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Soundtrack 8.1% ★, Action RPG 6.1%

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 29.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Character Customization 9.4%, RPG 6.6%

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: Souls-like 19.4%, RPG 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Third Person 10.9%, Violent 9.5%

False Hero is a fast-paced soulslike adventure where you steal your enemies’ attacks and chain them into deadly combos. Explore the corrupted Land of the Gods and put your combat skills to the true test in challenging boss fights. Will you fight for the Gods or become an apostle of Death?

Why similar: Souls-like 23.3%, Soundtrack 18.9% ★, Difficult 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Violent 8.8%

Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.2%, Action RPG 15.8%, Difficult 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Action 3.4%

A dark fantasy adventure where forging steel shapes combat, progression, and fate.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Cinematic 8.9%, Third Person 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

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: Souls-like 25.9%, Action RPG 20.9%, Third Person 13.7%, RPG 11.3%, Character Customization 9.8%

Embark upon a vast, snow-ravaged kingdom in Tails of Iron 2, sequel to the critically acclaimed action-RPG. As Arlo, heir to the Warden of the Wastes, adventure through harsh northern lands, home to giant beasts and ragtag bandits, in an epic quest to overcome an ancient, blood-starved evil.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, RPG 5.7%

Stray Blade is an action-adventure where you play a rogue Adventurer exploring the ancient Valley of Acrea with your companion, the Xhinnon wolf Boji. Unveil the history of the forgotten valley and master the powers of the three Acrean Metals to restore balance to this war-torn land.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.2%, Difficult 12.2%, Violent 10.3%, Character Customization 9.3%, Third Person 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: Souls-like 36.2%, Third Person 8.3%, Violent 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%, RPG 6.8%

Morbid: The Seven Acolytes is a Horrorpunk Action RPG filled with Lovecraftian horrors and Cronenbergian gore, making it the most gruesome take on the isometric Souls-like genre yet!

Why similar: Souls-like 44.3%, Action RPG 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, RPG 8%, Violent 5.7%

Dark Fantasy Warrior is a third-person action role-playing game in Dark Souls style. Extremely dark, deep and DIFFICULT! All of that in this super action game and prepare to die. Are you ready to fight Darkness?

Why similar: Souls-like 26.3%, Character Action Game 19.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Action RPG 10.2%, Third Person 6.7%

Shards of the Banished is a dark fantasy action-RPG set in a cursed medieval world. A fallen king, a cursed queen, and a power-hungry usurper have plunged the land into ruin. As the exiled heir, you must rise, face powerful foes, and reclaim what is rightfully yours.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.1%, Action RPG 15.1%, RPG 13.6%, Third Person 8.4%, Action 8.2%

Paris, 1789. In this action-adventure game, experience the French Revolution through the eyes of Arno Dorian. Become an Assassin and expose the true powers behind the Revolution for the fate of a nation.

Why similar: Third Person 29.1%, Action 14.1%, Atmospheric 13.2%, Adventure 11.4%, Action RPG 10.8%

Scars Above is a challenging sci-fi third-person action adventure shooter combining the rewarding feel of overcoming difficulty with a compelling and intricate story, set in a mysterious alien world to explore.

Why similar: Souls-like 44.2%, Third Person 12%, Difficult 11.5%, Action 8%, Adventure 7.3%

Rewrite fate with every strike. Face gods, mythic heroes, and legendary beasts in this souls-like Action RPG set in ancient Greece. Master brutal combat, unlock divine skills, and shape Achilles into the warrior only you can become.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.3%, Action RPG 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, RPG 7.5%, Fantasy 6.9%

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: Souls-like 27.6%, Difficult 12.7%, Violent 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Third Person 7.4%

Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, Violent 11.6%, Difficult 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%