Games Like The Baconing

For uncounted years, DeathSpank has been a Dispenser of Justice, a Vanquisher of Evil, and a Hero to the Downtrodden.

Why similar: RPG 35.5%, Comedy 22.2%, Action 15.9%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Action RPG 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct predecessor, it shares the exact same humor, art style, and loot-heavy action-RPG mechanics.

Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 37.9%, Adventure 16.9%, RPG 16.6%, Comedy 14.3%, Action 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive humorous co-op beat-em-up that shares the same vibrant, cartoonish aesthetic and addictive gameplay loop.

Join DeathSpank in the hunt for the Thongs of Virtue! Fight through all new environments and quests and collect all new weapons, armor, and loot in one of the funniest action-RPGs to date!

Why similar: RPG 40.1%, Action 21.1%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Comedy 10.5%, Action RPG 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel continues the comedic journey with expanded mechanics and the same signature satirical tone.

Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.

Why similar: Comedy 32%, RPG 22%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Action 15.1%, Adventure 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It matches the chaotic, humorous co-op experience with a focus on absurd spellcasting and accidental friendly fire.

From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.6%, RPG 27.8%, Action 17.4%, Adventure 12.7%, Action RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent co-op action-RPG that balances deep combat mechanics with a sharp, self-aware sense of humor.

Victor Vran is the isometric action-RPG where your skill is just as essential as your character build and gear. Experience intense combat action: dodge, jump and unleash powerful skills to finish off your enemies!

Why similar: RPG 31.6%, Action RPG 30.9%, Local Co-Op 14.9%, Adventure 12.1%, Action 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features a witty, sarcastic narrator and fast-paced, loot-focused combat that mirrors the feel of The Baconing.

A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 38%, RPG 35.8%, Action 13.8%, Adventure 11.3%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a nostalgic, pixel-art take on the co-op dungeon crawler genre with plenty of loot and action.

Secrets of Grindea is an old-school Action RPG with co-op support for up to 4 players. Journey through fantastical lands and battle tons of different enemies and bosses in your quest for truth, friendship and, above all, finding the world’s rarest treasures!

Why similar: RPG 33.2%, Action RPG 26.4%, Adventure 21.3%, Action 14.7%, Singleplayer 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, lighthearted action-RPG that features a humorous narrative and engaging, fast-paced combat.

The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer.

Why similar: RPG 46.1%, Action RPG 33.4%, Adventure 9.5%, Action 9.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential loot-based action-RPG that provides the satisfying progression and combat depth found in the genre.

The classic Gauntlet 4-player co-op action gameplay returns in a completely new experience! Battle the endless hordes of foes as you and your friends fight for treasure and glory via both local and online co-op multiplayer. Invade the Darkness!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.7%, RPG 27.3%, Action 14%, Adventure 9.3%, Action RPG 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down dungeon crawler that emphasizes chaotic, team-based hack-and-slash action.

Conan Chop Chop is a party roguelite for 1-4 players full of mayhem, loot, and adventure. In this outrageous take on Conan the Barbarian, you are the muscle-bound hero foolish enough to try and stop the evil wizard Thoth-Amon!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.2%, RPG 26.9%, Adventure 15.5%, Action 15.4%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, roguelite take on the hack-and-slash genre that is designed specifically for chaotic co-op fun.

Fight hordes of dangerous creatures in a mystical fantasy world.

Why similar: RPG 52.2%, Action 17.1%, Local Co-Op 14%, Action RPG 12.2%, Adventure 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A solid action-RPG that offers a more traditional fantasy setting while maintaining accessible co-op hack-and-slash gameplay.

Play as the daemon-hunter Baron Dashforth in a side-scrolling co-op brawler set entirely on the grand spectacle of a theatre stage that rewards performance over pummeling. Perform shattering takedowns and reversals!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 48.4%, Action 19.3%, Comedy 17.7%, Adventure 14.6%

Why You'll Like It: A theatrical, humorous beat-em-up that focuses on performing for an audience while fighting through waves of enemies.

Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 57.2%, Action 20.1%, Adventure 18.9%, Singleplayer 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines vibrant, humorous storytelling with tight, satisfying combat and cooperative platforming elements.

On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One is the first installment in the RPG-Adventure game series based on the web comic Penny Arcade. Create your character in the classic comic style, and join Gabe and Tycho in the alternate 1920s universe of New Arcadia, where you'll combat savage enemies, solve mysteries, meet bizarre new...

Why similar: RPG 52.5%, Comedy 24.5%, Adventure 21.5%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same comedic RPG adventure DNA, featuring witty dialogue and a stylized, cartoonish world.

Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 38%, RPG 28.1%, Action 19.2%, Adventure 14.7%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite beat-em-up that thrives on chaotic, cooperative combat and randomized loot drops.

Welcome to BattleBlock Theater! You’ve got no where to go but up...on stage. Play single player or co-op to free your friends and save Hatty Hattington! Jump, solve and battle your way through a mysterious theater inhabited by highly technological felines.

Why similar: Comedy 37.3%, Local Co-Op 36.8%, Action 12%, Adventure 11.3%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features high-energy, slapstick humor and cooperative gameplay that feels right at home for fans of quirky action games.

On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode Two is the second installment in the RPG-adventure game series based on the web comic Penny Arcade. Whether you're a fan of the first installment or new to the series, you'll be able to pick up and play Episode Two as a standalone experience.

Why similar: RPG 53.9%, Adventure 24.5%, Comedy 20.1%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: A direct continuation that maintains the humorous, turn-based-adjacent RPG style and satirical writing.

A quirky, absolutely content-packed, destructible open-world sandbox adventure with combat, platforming, character customization, and collect-a-thon scavenger hunt experience. Play solo, 2-player split screen, or online co-op for up to 4 players. No paid cosmetic DLC nonsense.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 44.3%, Comedy 22.9%, Adventure 15.2%, Action 14.4%, Singleplayer 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, sandbox-style action game that emphasizes cooperative exploration and silly, physics-based combat.

The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 67.5%, Action 29.7%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, humorous, and challenging co-op action game with a distinct, hand-drawn art style.

Sacred 3 is an arcade Hack ‘n’ Slash game for up to 4 players. Choose a hero and fight cooperatively against the rise of evil. Victory is Ours. Glory is Mine.

Why similar: RPG 45.6%, Action 23.8%, Local Co-Op 18.6%, Adventure 7.1%, Action RPG 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style hack-and-slash game that prioritizes fast, cooperative combat over complex RPG systems.

Do you have what it takes to survive the Realms of Ancient War?Take control of a fearsome Warrior, a powerful Wizard or a Rogue, and plunge into a grand quest full of action!Key Features:The explosive Hack’n’Slash (action/role-playing game) R.A.

Why similar: RPG 46.9%, Local Co-Op 21.4%, Action 19.2%, Action RPG 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-RPG that focuses on large-scale, destructive combat and satisfying loot progression.

A whimsical Action-RPG brought to you from the creators of the renowned Recettear ~ An Item Shop's Tale. Purchase before August 5th and save!

Why similar: RPG 52%, Action 26.2%, Action RPG 18.1%, Adventure 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that offers a quirky, lighthearted aesthetic and a focus on dungeon-based combat.

A COMMUNITY CREATED Hack'n Slash RPG where players can team up and tackle exciting adventures made by other community members in our in-game Adventure Construction Kit - It's DIABLO meets LITTLE BIG PLANET!

Why similar: RPG 47.1%, Local Co-Op 29.2%, Action RPG 12.1%, Adventure 5.6%, Action 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A community-driven hack-and-slash RPG that allows for creative co-op dungeon crawling and loot collection.

This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

Why similar: Action 58.9%, Adventure 24.9%, Comedy 10.6%, Singleplayer 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: An absurdist, low-budget shooter that captures the same weird, humorous, and cooperative spirit of cult-classic action games.

Take the role of Princess Solange of DeLuxia as she fights to restore order in a world overrun with monsters. Armed with the legendary sword DeLuxcalibur, Solange gathers a team of fighters, and together they embark on an epic journey to confront the monster uprising and uncover its secret origins.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.9%, RPG 29.6%, Action 15.2%, Action RPG 14.9%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action-RPG with a quirky cast of characters and a focus on fast-paced, multi-lane combat.

Slash Quest is a quirky action adventure with unconventional controls and unlikely heroes. Spin a magic talking sword through exotic lands, fight nasty creatures, overcome puzzles and make friends on your way to reunite it with its rightful wielder, the Queen.

Why similar: Comedy 43.6%, Action 38.6%, Adventure 17.8%

Why You'll Like It: A funny, lighthearted action-adventure game that features intentionally awkward but charming swordplay mechanics.

Annihilate an evil penguin regime in this cinematic platform adventure game offering full solo and co-op campaigns.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 43.6%, Comedy 21.2%, Action 16.3%, Adventure 16.1%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic, humorous action-adventure game that blends platforming with chaotic, gun-toting combat.

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: RPG 39.5%, Action 24.2%, Action RPG 18.3%, Adventure 13.5%, Singleplayer 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: While more narrative-driven, its unique, witty narrator and vibrant world provide a similar sense of discovery and charm.

Assemble your team of three from seven unlikely adventurers, then descend into the mysterious depths to explore The Cave!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 43.5%, Adventure 32.3%, Comedy 23%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Chaotic bacon-flavored beat'em up with plenty of enemies to smash around

Why similar: Action 100%

Throw yourself into an epic 3D beat’em up adventure with adorable knights, full of surprising worlds and situations. Grab your buddy and play in 2 player co-op to save the princess, but this is only the beginning!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 58.8%, Action 19.6%, Adventure 18.6%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Battle your way to victory in this 1-4 player co-op hack-n-slash dungeon crawler. Play as a dynamic cast of heroes slicing their way through dungeons, earning weapons and loot. Rampage past a gauntlet of enemies and destruction to end the evil Lord Dinglepus' reign!

Why similar: RPG 43.7%, Action RPG 31.9%, Action 24.4%

Super Dungeon Bros is a rock-themed dungeon brawler where a band of mighty rock bros must navigate the fantasy realm of Rökheim and its hellish dungeons to seek out epic loot, fight hordes of evil undead and uncover the legends of long lost fabled Rock Stars!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 47.2%, Action 26.6%, Adventure 26.2%

Why You'll Like It: A rock-themed, co-op dungeon crawler that focuses on lighthearted, chaotic combat and team coordination.

Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world.

Why similar: RPG 48.1%, Action RPG 35.2%, Action 7.6%, Adventure 6.2%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Uncover the mysteries behind the Templar Order! Steam Exclusive Edition includes bonus mission “The Arena”.

Why similar: Action 26.9%, Local Co-Op 26%, Adventure 23.6%, RPG 21.3%, Singleplayer 2.2%

CastingPlz is a 2-player cooperative roguelike game where players take on the roles of two characters with distinct responsibilities: one for attacking and the other for movement.

Why similar: Action 35%, Adventure 32.8%, Local Co-Op 30.6%, Singleplayer 1.6%

As the legendary Persian hero, fight your way in a journey to revenge and reclaim the legendary mace of his ancestors stolen by the Deevs. Purchase before 5/16 and save!

Why similar: Action 100%

All new DLC, Retro Fever, Now Available!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 63.6%, Adventure 21.5%, Action 11.7%, Singleplayer 3.2%

Embark on an epic adventure full of whimsy, wonder, and high-powered weaponry! Roll your own multiclass hero then shoot, loot, slash, and cast on a quest to stop the Dragon Lord.

Why similar: RPG 23.2%, Local Co-Op 22.4%, Comedy 18%, Action RPG 12%, Adventure 11.7%

Embark on an online co-op Survival Roguelite adventure. Team up with friends, slash through endless waves of foes, conquer formidable bosses, fulfill quests, craft potent weapons, and unlock unique characters!

Why similar: RPG 40.6%, Action RPG 34.5%, Action 20.2%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Zengeon is an anime infused Action RPG and Roguelite with a selection of unique characters and varying play-styles. Slaughter your way through demonic hordes and colossal bosses with hundreds of combination and skill possibilities!

Why similar: RPG 39.4%, Action 21.8%, Action RPG 18.7%, Adventure 18.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Bounce, spin, and battle through scenes of an epic storyline with a band of medieval misfits tasked with reclaiming the world from dark and ancient magic. Your characters are the balls—meeting new characters unlocks new sets of equipment and abilities!

Why similar: RPG 40.4%, Action RPG 19.4%, Adventure 19.4%, Action 17.2%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! Will you become a hero of legend?

Why similar: RPG 30%, Local Co-Op 26.6%, Action RPG 18.1%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 11.3%

Code of Princess offers players an exciting yet unconventional experience, deftly blending the combo-heavy fighting gameplay of beat ‘em ups with the stat-boosting character customization of RPGs.

Why similar: RPG 36.9%, Action RPG 23.4%, Action 18.7%, Adventure 18%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Experience a chaotic co-op cooking adventure in SEDAP!. Hunt wild ingredients that bite back, master frantic minigames to coordinate culinary chaos, and cook up iconic Southeast Asian dishes while exploring Khaya Island. Play alone or team up with a friend to survive the ultimate kitchen rush!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 41.5%, RPG 26.5%, Adventure 15.5%, Action 13.5%, Singleplayer 3%

Become the ultimate shapeshifter in this hack n’ slash ARPG with action-based combat. Transform seamlessly and customize both your human and beast powers as you level up, find new gear and DNA-strands. Venture out solo or in co-op to uncover the secrets sealed inside a legendary city.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.6%, RPG 21.3%, Action RPG 17.9%, Adventure 14.9%, Action 10.7%

Minimalistic Skyrim + West of Loathing + Supraland. An RPG-lite adventure with intentionally twisted traditional role-playing games aspects, where your choices do matter.

Why similar: RPG 52.3%, Adventure 23.3%, Comedy 13%, Action 10%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Enjoy some cool blows and fascinating action moves! Hunting down powerful raid bosses with friends is also a must.

Why similar: RPG 50.2%, Action 28.4%, Adventure 21.3%

Join forces with Nika, MechaNika, Agatha and the Great Bleeding Pig in this peculiar and crazy mission of destruction of everything that isn't cool.

Why similar: Adventure 34.8%, Local Co-Op 33.7%, Action 31.6%

Join Johnny Gat & Kinzie Kensington as you tear apart Hell in a quest to save the Boss’ soul. Historical icons, old friends, older enemies, a talking gun, a full length musical number & a whole lot more shenanigans await!

Why similar: Comedy 44.7%, Action 35.5%, Adventure 16.8%, Singleplayer 3%

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: RPG 36.6%, Action RPG 21.4%, Action 14.9%, Adventure 13%, Comedy 11%

Brigands is a “top-down hack and slash / beat 'em up adventure” game set in a medieval fantasy world. A local co-op game for casual gamers who like high intensity challenges for short periods of time. You can play from 1 to 4 players on a single computer.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.9%, Action RPG 24.2%, RPG 21.3%, Adventure 17.5%, Action 10.9%

Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.

Why similar: RPG 52.7%, Action RPG 42.7%, Singleplayer 4.6%

Swear your oath as a GOD EATER and drive back the supernatural harbingers of Earth’s destruction. Buy GOD EATER 2 Rage Burst and get GOD EATER Resurrection FOR FREE

Why similar: RPG 60.6%, Action 35%, Singleplayer 2.9%, Adventure 1.5%

Play solo, or grab a friend and embark on a bite-sized co-op combat adventure fighting toy monsters, picking them apart, while you stitch together your uniquely customized Stitchlings!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 66.7%, Action 16.8%, Adventure 16.5%

Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!

Why similar: RPG 50.8%, Action RPG 41%, Singleplayer 8.2%

Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.

Why similar: RPG 61.6%, Action 15.1%, Adventure 12%, Action RPG 9.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%

The legendary hero is dead, and a strange glitch is spreading across the kingdom. Explore dangerous dungeons, and defeat the eight archangels to restore order to an unraveling world in this epic action-adventure RPG.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.6%, Comedy 21.8%, RPG 15.4%, Action 12.9%, Adventure 12.1%

Dungeon Crowley blends RPG and FPS elements altogether while providing seamless full multiplayer-campaign where players must cooperate through procedural dungeons. Follow through the delusions and discoveries of a teacher which engages with the occult while facing financial problems.

Why similar: RPG 62.8%, Action 20.7%, Action RPG 16.6%