Games Like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

Explore Cyrodiil like never before with stunning new visuals and refined gameplay in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion™ Remastered.

Why similar: Open World 31.7%, RPG 17.3%, Character Customization 14%, Fantasy 10.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It's the closest modern Elder Scrolls-style sandbox, with first-person exploration, guild questlines, magic, and a huge fantasy world to wander at your own pace.

The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition includes Morrowind plus all of the content from the Bloodmoon and Tribunal expansions. The original Mod Construction Set is not included in this package. An epic, open-ended single-player RPG, Morrowind allows you to create and play any kind of character imaginable.

Why similar: Open World 26.8%, Moddable 15.9% ★, RPG 13.8%, Classic 8.5% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: If what you love is deep roleplaying freedom and strange fantasy worldbuilding, Morrowind is one of Skyrim's clearest ancestors.

Avowed is a first-person fantasy RPG set in the world of Eora, where your choices carve a path through war, intrigue, and ancient mysteries. Navigate a land in turmoil, forge powerful alliances or deadly rivalries, and wield magic and steel to shape the fate of the Living Lands—and your own destiny.

Why similar: Open World 21%, Character Customization 16.9%, RPG 13.8%, Magic 12.1%, Fantasy 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its first-person melee-and-magic combat, dialogue-heavy quests, and explorable fantasy regions scratch a very similar 'be whoever you want' RPG itch.

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

Why similar: Open World 28.1%, Dragons 15.5% ★, RPG 14.8%, Character Customization 13.9%, Fantasy 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a huge fantasy adventure with custom character builds, dangerous wilderness, memorable monsters, and a strong sense of setting out into the unknown.

From Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Starfield and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, comes Fallout 4. A landmark in open-world RPG design and winner of over 200 ‘Best Of’ honors, including the DICE and BAFTA Game of the Year.

Why similar: Open World 48.9%, RPG 14%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%, Story Rich 4.7%, First-Person 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Bethesda's exploration loop, environmental storytelling, loot, companions, and character building feel immediately familiar even in a post-apocalyptic setting.

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: Open World 37%, Character Customization 17.4%, RPG 16.7%, First-Person 6.7%, Adventure 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This is one of the most Skyrim-like recent indies, pairing first-person exploration, faction quests, and flexible character builds in a dark open world.

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: Open World 48.5%, RPG 22.5%, Story Rich 6.4%, First-Person 6.1%, Adventure 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: It drops the dragons and magic, but its first-person open world, immersive quest design, and live-in world feel are extremely close to Skyrim's exploration appeal.

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 42.1%, RPG 16%, Fantasy 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: While less sandboxy, it delivers the same pull of wandering across a huge fantasy world full of monsters, side stories, and memorable lore.

Winner of over 130 Game of the Year awards, discover the definitive Dragon Age: Inquisition experience. The Game of the Year Edition includes the critically acclaimed game, all three official add-ons - Jaws of Hakkon, The Descent, and Trespasser - and more.

Why similar: Open World 26.8%, Character Customization 16%, RPG 14.2%, Dragons 13.3% ★, Fantasy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: For players who want a big fantasy RPG with character customization, dragons, and lots of exploration, this is a strong next step.

No remarkable journey is achieved without great effort. In Outward, the cold of the night or an infected wound can be as dangerous as a predator lurking in the dark. Explore the vast world of Aurai solo or in Co-op. The Definitive Edition features both DLCs and quality of life improvements.

Why similar: Open World 48.7%, RPG 25.1%, Fantasy 8.5%, Moddable 8.1% ★, Adventure 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its open-world fantasy travel, magic experimentation, survival systems, and player-driven progression make adventuring feel personal and unpredictable.

A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.

Why similar: Open World 46.5%, RPG 22.5%, Story Rich 8.1%, First-Person 7.6%, Adventure 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Like Skyrim at its most immersive, it emphasizes wandering, side quests, gear progression, and inhabiting a believable open world from the first-person view.

The hit RPG returns! Remastered with stunning visuals and refined gameplay Re-Reckoning delivers intense, customizable RPG combat inside a sprawling game world.

Why similar: Open World 32.1%, RPG 22.9%, Character Customization 14.2%, Fantasy 12.2%, Action 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast fantasy combat, quest-heavy open world, crafting, and custom character builds make it a great lighter-weight alternative.

Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas. Enjoy your stay!

Why similar: Open World 37.4%, Moddable 23.2% ★, RPG 16.1%, Character Customization 6.5%, Story Rich 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its roleplaying depth, open-ended quest solutions, and explorable world give you the same freedom-first Bethesda-adjacent experience.

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 32.3%, RPG 21%, Character Customization 18.8%, Fantasy 6.7%, Story Rich 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: It mixes magic, melee, firearms, faction politics, and player-driven questing in a fantasy RPG with lots of build and dialogue choice.

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 24.5%, Dragons 20.2% ★, RPG 10.9%, Character Customization 10.6%, Magic 8%

Why You'll Like It: This indie leans hard into freeform open-world fantasy adventuring, letting you roam, cast spells, and shape your own character build in very Skyrim-like fashion.

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: Open World 29.8%, Magic 14.8%, Character Customization 13%, Fantasy 11.1%, RPG 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the joy of roaming a fantasy world, learning magic, and uncovering side content, even if it's more action-adventure than pure sandbox RPG.

Starfield is the first new universe in 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4.

Why similar: Open World 32.5%, Moddable 15.2% ★, RPG 13.9%, Character Customization 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its massive Bethesda sandbox, character creation, looting, factions, and 'pick a direction and get distracted' structure can scratch a similar exploration itch.

Explore a stunning world, make complex moral choices, and engage in bone-crushing combat against massive and terrifying creatures. The Ultimate Edition includes Dragon Age: Origins, Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening and all nine content packs.

Why similar: RPG 23.9%, Fantasy 15%, Dragons 12.5% ★, Character Customization 11.7%, Open World 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: It is more tactical and party-based than Skyrim, but its rich fantasy setting, character building, and choices-driven questing will appeal to story-minded Dragonborn.

Prepare for the Future™ With Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition, experience the most acclaimed game of 2008 like never before. Create a character of your choosing and descend into an awe-inspiring, post-apocalyptic world where every minute is a fight for survival.

Why similar: Open World 39.8%, Moddable 24% ★, RPG 16.7%, First-Person 4.1%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: It shares Bethesda's signature explore-a-cave, find-a-quest, become-who-you-want formula, just in a ruined sci-fi wasteland.

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: Open World 38.8%, RPG 23.3%, Fantasy 9%, Magic 4.7%, Great Soundtrack 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: If you enjoy starting weak, exploring dangerous wilderness, and joining factions in a handcrafted fantasy world, Risen scratches a similar itch.

FOR EVERY CHOICE, A CONSEQUENCE.Fully re-mastered with HD visuals and audio, Fable Anniversary is a stunning rendition of the original game that will delight faithful fans and new players alike! The all new Heroic difficulty setting will test the mettle of even the most hardcore Fable fan.

Why similar: Open World 27.3%, RPG 19.3%, Classic 11.7% ★, Fantasy 10.1%, Character Customization 8%

Why You'll Like It: This is a more compact and stylized fantasy RPG, but its hero progression, moral choices, and whimsical world appeal to players who like accessible adventuring.

Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.

Why similar: Open World 34.6%, RPG 18.1%, Fantasy 12.8%, Character Customization 10.7%, Magic 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: If what you want most is more Tamriel, this MMO preserves Elder Scrolls lore, zones, quests, and build variety while trading solitude for online play.

THE GREAT MACHINE AWAKENS

Why similar: Open World 26.3%, RPG 19.5%, Fantasy 12.6%, Classic 12.3% ★, Character Customization 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It's extremely dated, but its enormous first-person fantasy sandbox and deep roleplaying systems reveal the roots of what Skyrim eventually became.

Dragons: they have been hunted, they have been slain, but now the hour to strike back has come.

Why similar: Open World 23.8%, Dragons 22.4% ★, RPG 17.6%, Fantasy 10%, Character Customization 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its dragon-themed fantasy setting, open exploration, and character progression make it an underrated fit for players who want more dragons and questing.

The Bloodline is a sandbox adventure RPG that lets you play your way. Reforge bonds between kingdoms, explore the wilds, craft and plan adventures and wield mighty weapons or magic as you prepare for what is to come…

Why similar: Open World 33.5%, Character Customization 19%, RPG 16.5%, Fantasy 12.4%, First-Person 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its first-person combat, open-world structure, magic, and sandboxy progression wear Skyrim inspiration proudly, just with more indie jank.

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 38.6%, RPG 21.9%, Fantasy 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 6%, Classic 4.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: It offers a large seamless fantasy world, faction choices, and rough-edged but rewarding exploration that will feel familiar to old-school Skyrim fans.

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 49%, RPG 23%, Fantasy 9%, Adventure 4%, Third Person 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Though it blends sci-fi and fantasy, its open-world exploration, faction progression, and 'go anywhere once you're strong enough' structure feel very Skyrim-adjacent.

Check out the new Velvet Edition bundle including both Two Worlds II and Pirates of the Flying Fortress DLC.

Why similar: Open World 37.7%, RPG 31.1%, Fantasy 11.3%, Magic 5%, Third Person 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This open-world fantasy RPG emphasizes roaming, quests, alchemy, and spell experimentation in a way that hits several classic Elder Scrolls notes.

THE LEGEND BEGINS

Why similar: RPG 23.5%, Open World 17.7%, Fantasy 17.2%, Classic 13.7% ★, Story Rich 6.1%

PUBLISHER UPDATE - This is the product page for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition, released in 2009. ---The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition presents one of the best RPGs of all time like never before. Step inside the most richly detailed and vibrant game-world ever created.

Why similar: Open World 28.8%, Moddable 18.1% ★, RPG 13.5%, Fantasy 7.7%, Character Customization 6.1%

A true, full-length open-world game for VR has arrived from Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim VR reimagines the complete epic fantasy masterpiece with an unparalleled sense of scale, depth, and immersion. Skyrim VR also includes all official add-ons.

Why similar: Open World 28.9%, Dragons 13.2% ★, RPG 11.8%, Moddable 10.7% ★, Fantasy 6.7%

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: Open World 45.5%, RPG 13.6%, Fantasy 10.3%, Stealth 6.3%, Magic 5.3%

Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world, action-adventure RPG set in the dark future of Night City — a dangerous megalopolis obsessed with power, glamor, and ceaseless body modification.

Why similar: Open World 42.3%, RPG 15.5%, Character Customization 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Story Rich 7%

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 23.9%, Open World 16.3%, Fantasy 10.8%, Classic 9.8% ★, Magic 6.3%

Vault-Tec engineers have worked around the clock on an interactive reproduction of Wasteland life for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own vault. Included is an expansive world, unique combat, shockingly realistic visuals, tons of player choice, and an incredible cast of dynamic characters.

Why similar: Open World 40.8%, Moddable 18.8% ★, RPG 15.1%, Character Customization 7.3%, First-Person 4%

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

Why similar: Open World 26%, RPG 18.7%, Classic 15.5% ★, Dragons 10.4% ★, Fantasy 6.2%

Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.

Why similar: Open World 39.4%, RPG 19.2%, Great Soundtrack 12%, Fantasy 10.5%, Story Rich 5.4%

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 28.4%, Open World 16.4%, Fantasy 14.9%, Story Rich 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%

Reprise your role as a supernatural assassin in Dishonored 2. Declared a “masterpiece” by Eurogamer and hailed “a must-play revenge tale” by Game Informer, Dishonored 2 is the follow up to Arkane’s 1st-person action blockbuster & winner of 100+ 'Game of the Year' awards, Dishonored.

Why similar: Open World 21.7%, Stealth 21.3%, Magic 12.1%, First-Person 10%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%

The minds of New York Times bestselling author R.A. Salvatore, Spawn creator Todd McFarlane, and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion lead designer Ken Rolston have combined to create Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning, a new role-playing game set in a world worth saving.

Why similar: Open World 33.7%, RPG 23%, Fantasy 13.6%, Character Customization 6.9%, Magic 5.3%

The Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition includes single-player base content and over 40 DLC from the highly acclaimed Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2, and Mass Effect 3 games, including promo weapons, armors, and packs — remastered and optimized for 4K Ultra HD.

Why similar: RPG 26.7%, Character Customization 24.1%, Story Rich 14.2%, Great Soundtrack 12.3%, Classic 9.5% ★

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: Open World 39%, Dragons 31.2% ★, RPG 16.4%, Adventure 5.6%, Fantasy 3.2%

FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.

Why similar: RPG 27.2%, Open World 24.4%, Fantasy 12.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Classic 6.9% ★

Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.

Why similar: Open World 35.3%, Character Customization 16.5%, RPG 15.1%, Fantasy 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%

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: RPG 32.5%, Open World 19.9%, Fantasy 17.1%, Story Rich 7.3%, Third Person 5.7%

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: RPG 24.1%, Great Soundtrack 17.7%, Character Customization 15.8%, Fantasy 15.7%, Story Rich 6%

Dishonored is an immersive first-person action game that casts you as a supernatural assassin driven by revenge. With Dishonored’s flexible combat system, creatively eliminate your targets as you combine the supernatural abilities, weapons and unusual gadgets at your disposal.

Why similar: Stealth 27.6%, First-Person 11.2%, Magic 10.9%, Open World 10.3%, RPG 8%

THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FANTASY ACTION RPG. Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between.

Why similar: Open World 42.6%, RPG 17.5%, Fantasy 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Character Customization 7.1%

Return to the Forgotten Realms in this bestselling Dungeons & Dragons roleplaying game. Combines all the content of Neverwinter Nights Diamond Edition with all-new enhanced features. Includes 100+ hours of award-winning adventures and the tools to create your own!

Why similar: Moddable 25.4% ★, Character Customization 17.3%, RPG 17.3%, Fantasy 11.6%, Magic 10%

Step into the role of an aspiring martial-arts master and follow the path of the open palm or the closed fist.

Why similar: RPG 30.9%, Fantasy 15.9%, Character Customization 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 9%, Story Rich 8.7%

Experience Aloy’s legendary quest to unravel the mysteries of a future Earth ruled by Machines. Use devastating tactical attacks against your prey and explore a majestic open world in this award-winning action RPG!

Why similar: Open World 47.5%, RPG 13.5%, Story Rich 6.7%, Adventure 6.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%

RuneScape is a high fantasy open world MMORPG. Explore an ever changing and evolving living world where new challenges, skills, and quests await. Featuring unprecedented player freedom, you choose how to play, adventure, and grow.

Why similar: Open World 39.9%, RPG 14.9%, Character Customization 14.7%, Fantasy 9.7%, Classic 7.4% ★

Lightning Returns is the concluding chapter of the Final Fantasy XIII saga and series heroine Lightning's final battle. The grand finale of the trilogy brings a world reborn as well as free character customization and stunning action based battles.

Why similar: Open World 31.4%, RPG 18.9%, Great Soundtrack 13.2%, Fantasy 12%, Character Customization 5.7%

ONE MAN AGAINST AN EMPIRE

Why similar: RPG 37.8%, Fantasy 24.8%, Story Rich 12.2%, Action 8.6%, Classic 7.9% ★

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.

Why similar: Open World 30.1%, Dragons 20.4% ★, RPG 12.4%, Character Customization 11.1%, Fantasy 8.7%

You are Hawke, a refugee seeking to escape the darkspawn-plagued land of Ferelden and become Champion of Kirkwall. Rise to power and fight epic battles while making decisions that determine the course of civilization.

Why similar: RPG 29%, Character Customization 16.8%, Fantasy 16.6%, Open World 12%, Adventure 7.5%