Games Like The Last Hero of Nostalgaia

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 53.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Action RPG 9.4%, Third Person 7.8%, RPG 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a high-quality, narrative-driven souls-like experience with deep combat mechanics and a dark, atmospheric world.

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 65.1%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, Action RPG 8.7%, Third Person 6.6%, RPG 4%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly mirrors the satirical and humorous tone of Nostalgaia while delivering a polished souls-like experience.

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 49.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Action RPG 6.9%, RPG 6.3%, Third Person 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the dark, oppressive atmosphere and deliberate combat pacing essential to the souls-like genre.

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Souls-like 67%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, RPG 5.6%, Co-op 4.7%, Action RPG 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D souls-like that successfully translates the genre's intricate level design and challenging combat into a side-scrolling format.

REMNANT II® pits survivors of humanity against new deadly creatures and god-like bosses across terrifying worlds. Play solo or co-op with two other friends to explore the depths of the unknown to stop an evil from destroying reality itself.

Why similar: Souls-like 41.7%, Co-op 15.8%, Online Co-Op 12%, RPG 6.9%, Third Person 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides an exceptional co-op experience with challenging boss encounters and deep character customization.

Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.

Why similar: Souls-like 59.1%, Action RPG 14.9%, RPG 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, 3D 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like Nostalgaia, it uses meta-narrative and exploration to challenge the player's understanding of the game world.

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 36.9%, Character Customization 11.9%, Co-op 10.1%, Action RPG 9.4%, Third Person 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers extensive character customization and an anime aesthetic that appeals to players who enjoy building unique combat styles.

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 44.9%, Dark Fantasy 18.8%, Co-op 6.9%, Third Person 6.5%, Action RPG 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential souls-like experience that defines the combat and dark fantasy tone found in Nostalgaia.

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 37.3%, Character Customization 13.7%, Co-op 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, RPG 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides some of the most satisfying and deep combat mechanics in the genre, paired with extensive character building.

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

Why similar: Souls-like 39.1%, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action RPG 10.5%, Third Person 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A co-op focused souls-like that emphasizes exploration and survival in a beautifully stylized, minimalist world.

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 47.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.2%, Action RPG 11.5%, Third Person 9.8%, RPG 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fast-paced, aggressive combat that rewards precision and mastery of unique plague-based abilities.

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 43.9%, Co-op 12.5%, Action RPG 10.4%, Multiplayer 9.4%, Third Person 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi souls-like that supports co-op and features a unique world that changes based on real-time cosmic events.

Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

Why similar: Souls-like 54.7%, Dark Fantasy 23.9%, Violent 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Action 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines gothic horror aesthetics with brutal souls-like combat and metroidvania exploration.

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 41.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Action RPG 11.6%, Third Person 9.6%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, sun-drenched souls-like that offers a refreshing visual departure from the typical dark fantasy aesthetic.

Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

Why similar: Souls-like 60.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, RPG 7.5%, Action RPG 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG that blends challenging boss fights with a rich, dark fantasy narrative.

As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.

Why similar: Souls-like 43.1%, Dark Fantasy 21.9%, Character Customization 10.6%, RPG 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG that emphasizes stamina-based combat and exploration in a dark, decaying world.

Paris, 1789. The French Revolution has been suppressed with bloodshed by Louis XVI and his merciless mechanical army. Aegis, a mysterious automaton masterpiece, must confront the king's army alone to save history in this challenging action-RPG.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Third Person 10.9%, Action RPG 10.2%, Character Customization 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique historical setting with challenging souls-like combat centered around mechanical combatants.

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 41%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Action RPG 13%, RPG 8%, Third Person 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a traditional, challenging souls-like experience with multiple playable characters and deep lore.

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Souls-like 48.9%, Dark Fantasy 22.8%, Action RPG 14%, Action-Adventure 6.1%, Action 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging souls-like metroidvania that introduces a unique parry-based absorption mechanic.

Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

Why similar: Souls-like 56.5%, Dark Fantasy 24.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Violent 6.6%, Action 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its haunting, dark religious imagery and punishing combat that tests player patience and skill.

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 45.8%, Co-op 14.8%, Online Co-Op 11.2%, RPG 7.1%, Multiplayer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A pioneer in the co-op souls-like genre, blending third-person shooting with challenging boss mechanics.

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 66.2%, RPG 8.6%, Third Person 5.5%, Character Customization 4.9%, Violent 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct sci-fi setting with a tactical limb-targeting system that adds depth to every encounter.

Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat.

Why similar: Souls-like 43.4%, Dark Fantasy 21.4%, Action RPG 18.3%, RPG 6.5%, Action-Adventure 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world action-RPG that provides a vast, desolate world to explore with souls-like combat mechanics.

Enter a world beyond imagination with The Last Oricru - Final Cut. An action RPG, The Last Oricru - Final Cut unravels in a fantasy world blending sci-fi and medieval elements to deliver an experience like no other. Seize your destiny and take your place in this adventure for single or co-op play.

Why similar: Souls-like 25.4%, Co-op 18.7%, Action RPG 16.6%, Third Person 13%, Online Co-Op 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong emphasis on player choice and co-op gameplay within a fantasy-sci-fi hybrid setting.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.3%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, Action RPG 15.1%, RPG 10.8%, Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the cryptic lore and challenging, atmospheric combat that fans of the genre often enjoy.

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 48.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Action RPG 10.2%, RPG 8.2%, Third Person 5%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric souls-like that focuses on horror-themed combat and challenging boss encounters.

Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation.

Why similar: Souls-like 39%, Dark Fantasy 22.7%, Action RPG 16.8%, Character Customization 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic action-RPG that blends challenging combat with intricate dungeon design and pixel-art aesthetics.

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 45.4%, Dark Fantasy 22.7%, Action RPG 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%, Action 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush style game that strips away the fluff to focus entirely on intense, high-difficulty combat.

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 42.5%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Action RPG 13.6%, Third Person 10.3%, RPG 6.7%

ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN is a standalone adventure within the ELDEN RING universe, crafted to offer players a new gaming experience by reimagining the game’s core design.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.8%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Co-op 10.4%, Multiplayer 8%, Third Person 7.1%

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 29.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Online Co-Op 13.3%, Action RPG 10.2%, Character Customization 9.3%

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 44.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, RPG 6.7%, Co-op 6.4%, Third Person 6.4%

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 42.3%, Action RPG 18%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Character Customization 7.5%, RPG 6.1%

Between our world and the world beyond lie the Titan Souls, the spiritual source of all living things. Scattered amongst the ruins and guarded by the idle titans charged with their care, a solitary hero armed with a single arrow is assembling shards of the Titan Soul in a quest for truth and power.

Why similar: Souls-like 80%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Action 3.9%, Adventure 3.4%, Action-Adventure 2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on high-stakes, one-hit-kill boss encounters that require extreme precision.

LOST EPIC is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG about a war between gods and humanity. The player becomes the deity-defying knight, God Slayer, and explores the world known as Sanctum to bring the Pantheon of Six to their knees.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.6%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Online Co-Op 12.9%, Action RPG 12.1%, Character Customization 10.6%

Rogue Masters is a 6 player co-op horde survival game with souls-like combat and extensive character customization where you fight Entropy in long-lost civilizations.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.9%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Character Customization 12.4%, Third Person 5.7%

Engage in fluid 2D pixel art swordplay, hunt down witches, fight monsters and experience the age of high adventure. Enter the guild of the Crimson Capes and explore a fantasy world of Sword and Sorcery.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.5%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Action RPG 11.9%, Online Co-Op 8.2%, Co-op 6.4%

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: Action RPG 15.8%, Co-op 15%, Character Customization 14.5%, Online Co-Op 13.8%, Third Person 12.3%

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: Souls-like 36.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Action RPG 14.6%, Character Customization 12%, RPG 8.3%

Plunge into high-stakes punishment platforming in JUMP KING QUEST! Explore alone or fall together in dynamic online climbing action as you fight your way upwards on an unhinged quest to The Smoking Hot Babe at The Top. In this world, every ledge is a battlefield…

Why similar: Souls-like 32.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Character Customization 11.3%, Co-op 11.2%, Action RPG 9.7%

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 43.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Action RPG 12.5%, Third Person 8.6%, Character Customization 8.4%

Enter the world of ATLYSS, a Singleplayer/Online RPG where you can fight with or against friends in a surreal world filled with creatures beyond comprehension. Customize and progress your character(s), complete quests, and discover strange locations.

Why similar: Action RPG 28.3%, Character Customization 26.5%, RPG 15.7%, Multiplayer 10.8%, 3D 6.4%

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: Souls-like 35.4%, Action RPG 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Character Customization 13.6%, RPG 11.3%

In a world dominated by evil, only one hero against many enemies, explore, conquer, and don't give up if you get lost! Help our hero in this platform game in the fight against the forces of evil.

Why similar: Nostalgia 48% ★, Souls-like 36.8%, Action-Adventure 5%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%, Adventure 2.6%

A Souls-inspired action RPG set in a sandbox open world with an MMO feel and challenging directional combat. Play solo or with up to 3 friends in co-op. Build friendships, master an unrestricted class system, and uncover the cause that darkened all eyes.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Online Co-Op 12.8%, Character Customization 10%, Action RPG 9.7%

An innovative third-person action RPG where you can choose traditional weapons to fight monsters fairly, or activate cheats like godly powers. The unique voice-controlled gear system lets you summon spells or enhance yourself. This is definitely an adventure you've never experienced before!

Why similar: Souls-like 33.6%, RPG 16.3%, Action RPG 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%, Third Person 6.9%

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 37.5%, Dark Fantasy 18.9%, Action RPG 12.3%, Third Person 7.9%, RPG 7.8%

Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want!

Why similar: Souls-like 40.1%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Action RPG 14.4%, RPG 8.5%, Action-Adventure 5.8%

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 45.3%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Third Person 11.6%, Action-Adventure 5.8%, Action RPG 5.7%

Join your fellow Marked Inquisitors in this online coop successor to award-winning 2016 Soulslike Salt and Sanctuary.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Online Co-Op 13.4%, Co-op 11.3%, Action RPG 10.3%

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 39.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Action RPG 13.5%, Third Person 10.7%, RPG 8.2%

"Weird RPG" is a highly difficult and fast-paced action RPG game focusing on boss battle,

Why similar: Souls-like 45.4%, Action RPG 23.3%, RPG 16.2%, Action 6.4%, Adventure 3.3%

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

Why similar: Souls-like 34.7%, Dark Fantasy 24.9%, Third Person 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Action 7.5%

Davyria is an action role-playing game with a well-designed and challenging combat system. You play an Eternal Warrior wandering the barren island of Davyria. Features [A skill based and challenging combat system]

Why similar: Souls-like 59.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, RPG 11.3%, Action 7.8%, Adventure 6.8%

Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.

Why similar: Souls-like 46.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.9%, Action RPG 16.8%, RPG 7.8%, Action-Adventure 4.9%

Perennial Order is a 2D plant horror boss rush with challenging one-hit-death combat. Set in an atmospheric Dark Age world plagued by nature-infested horrors, explore a lore-filled and eldritch land alone or in two player co-op, all in a realistic painterly style.

Why similar: Souls-like 36.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Co-op 15.4%, Online Co-Op 15.3%, RPG 6.1%

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 26.7%, Souls-like 24.5%, RPG 13.1%, Character Customization 12.6%, Action RPG 7.1%

Explore the last remnants of civilization in this vast, unforgiving, and interconnected world. Learn what is left of its history. Discover pockets of natural life in the perpetually expanding Omnistructure. Lose yourself in a journey unlike any other. Find your purpose in the world.

Why similar: Souls-like 47.4%, Action RPG 15.3%, RPG 9.9%, Third Person 9.3%, Action-Adventure 5.7%

Eternal Edge + is a casual Action-Adventure role-playing game following Cross, an Age-old warrior who is trying to wake his lost Wife from an Eternal slumber. Only together can they defeat the Skeleton King.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.9%, Action RPG 15.7%, Character Customization 14.9%, RPG 8.8%, 3D 4.9%

Explore, fight, loot and fish! Solo or in co-op mode in this Old School First Person Dungeon Crawler. Earn your knighthood as you oppose the evil witch Lunamoth and stop her curse which prevents everyone from growing wings.

Why similar: Souls-like 44.1%, Online Co-Op 20.4%, Action RPG 9.9%, Co-op 9.6%, Multiplayer 4.7%