Games Like The Last Soldier of the Ming Dynasty

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: Action RPG 31.3%, Hack and Slash 13%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, RPG 10.2%, Combat 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This high-fidelity action-RPG captures the essence of Chinese mythology and intense, skill-based combat against formidable foes.

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

Why similar: Martial Arts 22.6% ★, Historical 19.8%, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Action RPG 16.5%, RPG 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Set in a historical Chinese period, this game features fast-paced, parry-heavy martial arts combat similar to the seed game.

Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.

Why similar: Martial Arts 41.2% ★, Beat 'em up 28.1%, Swordplay 10.5%, Hack and Slash 5.4%, Action 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a masterclass in martial arts combat mechanics with a focus on difficult, rewarding, and tactical 3D brawling.

Xuan-Yuan Sword VII is an ARPG rooted in Chinese history and mythology. Players take on the role of Taishi Zhao, a calm and reliable swordsman who was accidentally involved in a tragic fate. To protect his beloved family, he starts a journey in this chaotic realm to find the truth.

Why similar: Martial Arts 32.9% ★, Historical 18.5%, Action RPG 11.8%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, Wuxia 8.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: A historical Chinese RPG that balances narrative depth with action-oriented martial arts combat.

As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman Hiroki is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.

Why similar: Martial Arts 21.8% ★, Swordplay 19.8%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Historical 14.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: The cinematic, black-and-white presentation and focus on disciplined swordplay create a similar atmosphere of a lone warrior on a mission.

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

Why similar: Historical 26.7%, Action RPG 19.4%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Combat 12%, Action 10%

Why You'll Like It: It provides an immersive historical setting with fluid, satisfying swordplay that captures the spirit of a lone warrior fighting against invaders.

The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century.

Why similar: Martial Arts 27% ★, Beat 'em up 19%, Historical 15%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, RPG 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Set in historical Taiwan, this game features fluid combat and a distinct art style that complements the seed game's aesthetic.

At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the heroes were fighting for hegemony, and the flames were everywhere. In the game, players played the role of Zhao Yun, a well-known general of the Three Kingdoms, and interpreted the story of his youth.

Why similar: Martial Arts 28.4% ★, Historical 17.4%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Action RPG 14.5%, Beat 'em up 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans into the historical hack-and-slash roots of the seed game with a focus on martial arts and large-scale combat.

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: Historical 28.1%, Hack and Slash 28.1%, RPG 18.1%, Souls-like 12.4%, Action 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers deep, complex historical combat systems and challenging boss encounters that will appeal to fans of the seed game's difficulty.

The true rebirth of iconic beat 'em up genre in vein of old-school video games! As a simple Chinese fisherman Wei Cheng you have to avenge the death of your friends and family slaughtered in a pirate raid at your peaceful village.

Why similar: Martial Arts 38.9% ★, Beat 'em up 29.1%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, 3D 4.6%, RPG 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style beat-em-up that focuses heavily on authentic-feeling martial arts combat and historical themes.

Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30%, Action RPG 19.7%, Martial Arts 16.5% ★, RPG 11.6%, Action 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a stunning hand-drawn art style and fast-paced, sword-based action inspired by Chinese folklore.

"The Wind Road" is an ARPG real-time combat game, constructing a martial-arts world based on the ancient Silk Road under the background of a fictional era.

Why similar: Wuxia 67.8% ★, Martial Arts 14.2% ★, RPG 6.1%, Action 3.7%, Swordplay 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG that focuses on the journey of a martial artist through a historical landscape, mirroring the seed game's themes.

An action RPG based on Chinese art style, as the 7th lineal sequel of this series, it earns a lot of anicipations. Better gaming experience than any of its previous episode will be brought to all the players.

Why similar: Martial Arts 34.5% ★, Wuxia 33.2% ★, Action RPG 13.8%, RPG 10%, 3D 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: It combines traditional Chinese fantasy elements with modern action-RPG combat systems.

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: Action RPG 33.4%, RPG 16.5%, Souls-like 14.4%, Combat 12.7%, 3D 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like action game that emphasizes mask-based combat and strategic melee encounters.

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: Hack and Slash 33.3%, Action RPG 24.2%, Souls-like 12%, RPG 8.6%, Combat 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, challenging souls-like that emphasizes aggressive, sword-based combat mechanics.

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: Hack and Slash 26.2%, Action RPG 25.8%, Souls-like 11%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Combat 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A historical souls-like that focuses on challenging melee combat and a dark, atmospheric world.

"Tales of Spark" is a Hack & Slash Action RPG with an Eastern flair. Players assume the role of a young wandering swordsman, exploring the vast desert, seeking treasures, defeating powerful bosses, and even slaying gigantic celestial dragons.

Why similar: Martial Arts 28.8% ★, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Historical 17.3%, Action RPG 13.3%, RPG 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A hack-and-slash action-RPG that provides a similar loop of combat and character progression.

ECHOES of YI: SAMSARA is a dark martial arts action game infused with traditional Chinese culture. Players embody the Sword Saint's first disciple, battling fierce enemies and unraveling the mystery beneath the Jianmu Tree. Will you face the challenges or go with the flow? The choice is yours.

Why similar: Martial Arts 38.1% ★, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Action RPG 10.6%, RPG 7.4%, Combat 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like action-adventure that draws heavily from Chinese mythology and challenging combat.

This is a 3D ancient style fantasy, multi ending action role-playing game. As the third installment of the Ryukyu Hidden series and the Ryukyu Hidden Nine Absolute Reincarnation Chapter, the game is designed with the principle of promoting offense and hesitation to defeat in its combat system.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.4%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, RPG 9.6%, Souls-like 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This indie action-RPG captures the souls-like intensity and martial arts focus of the seed game.

The Qi has awakened demons, they wreak havoc on our world. You traverse ancient realms with the aid of the "Kunlun Mirror," embarking on a journey of cultivation and acension to gods.

Why similar: Martial Arts 21.9% ★, Beat 'em up 18.1%, Swordplay 15.8%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Historical 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: This action-roguelite incorporates martial arts themes and fast-paced hack-and-slash mechanics.

Hunted by mercenaries of an enemy with untold power, the fighter Pseudo and the creature under his protection begin a perilous quest to the edges of strange lands.

Why similar: Martial Arts 22.3% ★, Action RPG 17.3%, Beat 'em up 13.1%, RPG 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique, martial-arts-focused combat system that rewards precision and timing in a 3D space.

A Wuxia-themed action game featuring one-hit-kill martial arts combat.

Why similar: Martial Arts 32.6% ★, Beat 'em up 27.7%, Historical 13.8%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D martial arts action game that focuses on fluid movement and combat intensity.

This is a dark, soul like role-playing game, trying to create a different experience in this genre. The protagonist fights against a powerful enemy in this city in search of a divine artifact.

Why similar: Action RPG 28.1%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Combat 8.2%, Souls-like 8%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D action-RPG that emphasizes dark fantasy and challenging melee combat.

Fight alone or with friends in For Honor, a third-person hero-based melee fighting game. Enter the chaos of war as a Knight, a Viking, a Samurai, a Wu Lin, or an Outlander. Fight in brutal PvP and team-oriented modes, or play the thrilling story campaign.

Why similar: Swordplay 63%, Hack and Slash 19.3%, Action 8.8%, RPG 4%, Third Person 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a tactical, historical sword-fighting experience that emphasizes individual skill and stance-based combat.

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: Hack and Slash 22.2%, Historical 21.4%, Action RPG 17.9%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Combat 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A hack-and-slash action game that provides a straightforward, combat-focused experience.

A challenging Souls-Like ARPG that you need to fight your way to survive the deadly enemies and enviroments.

Why similar: Swordplay 23.7%, Hack and Slash 21.5%, Action RPG 16.2%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, RPG 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: An indie action-adventure that leans into the souls-like genre with a focus on swordplay.

"Twelve Shadows" is a hardcore Boss Rush action game set in an Eastern dark mythology. Players take on the role as "WuMing," challenging twelve bosses and exploring a unique Chinese-style world inspired by the twelve zodiac signs. Each adventure is a test of courage and wisdom

Why similar: Martial Arts 34.2% ★, Action RPG 24.8%, RPG 16.5%, Action 11.4%, 3D 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D action-RPG that blends martial arts elements with platforming and combat challenges.

Dustless is a hand-drawn wuxia side-scrolling action game built around Yin-Yang switching, fast pressure, and endless combos. Play as a swordsman in white, link sword skills, launch enemies, and overwhelm bosses through aggressive rhythm. Defense is only a fallback while you learn.

Why similar: Swordplay 27.1%, Martial Arts 21.3% ★, Action RPG 20.1%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action 5.6%

Wandering Sword is a Chinese martial-arts RPG where you play a young swordsman caught up in a feud and nearly dies. Escaping the event puts you on the path of pursuing the highest form of martial arts and exploring the pugilistic world to become the great hero you are always destined to be.

Why similar: Wuxia 51.7% ★, Martial Arts 30.5% ★, Swordplay 7.7%, RPG 5.8%, Action RPG 2.5%

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: Swordplay 22.4%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Historical 16.6%, Action RPG 13.5%, Action-Adventure 8%

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: Swordplay 33%, Action RPG 21.8%, Historical 18.6%, RPG 8.8%, Action 4.6%

Find the leaders of each area and use your skills and reflexes to kill them.

Why similar: Swordplay 18.8%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Action RPG 14.9%, Historical 13.2%, Action-Adventure 9.1%

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: Hack and Slash 28.3%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Combat 12.2%, Action RPG 10.3%, Souls-like 9.9%

"Listen to the Wind" is a side-scrolling hack-and-slash game with counter attacks as the game's core mechanic. It takes pace during the Ming dynasty Jiajing era where you'll be battling Japanese pirates. It features unique martial art heroes and a story branching gameplay.

Why similar: Martial Arts 44.1% ★, Historical 22.7%, Beat 'em up 14.3%, Combat 6%, Action 5.5%

个人独立开发的像素武侠风横版动作游戏，以电子游戏的形式为大家展示在南宋末年蒙古入侵中原、江湖没落、大侠绝迹的背景下，怀有侠义之心的剑客贯彻心中理念的故事。

Why similar: Swordplay 27.8%, Action-Adventure 19.1%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, RPG 12.9%, Action 9.2%

Search, fight, escape, flip your fate! In a Three Kingdoms world split across thirteen provinces, form a pact with the Dragon Maiden and explore war-torn fragments. Loot, battle, manage your gear—each run is a high-stakes gamble where your ending is yours to write.

Why similar: Wuxia 47.7% ★, Martial Arts 18.2% ★, Historical 15.2%, Hack and Slash 9.3%, Action-Adventure 4.2%

Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms

Why similar: Martial Arts 28.6% ★, Hack and Slash 19%, Swordplay 14.3%, Historical 14.2%, Action RPG 12.6%

A village in peril. A samurai reanimated. An Oni advancing. Fight an army of undead warriors and Japanese monsters as a human, a Kodama, and a cat in this 2D stop-motion action adventure.

Why similar: Swordplay 35%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Combat 9.4%, Souls-like 5.9%

Onikira is a 2D side scrolling beat ‘em up set in a fantasy feudal Japan where the player takes on the role of a samurai fighting to prevent the forces of the Japanese underworld from breaking through into the world of the living.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.3%, Hack and Slash 26.6%, Action 15.6%, Adventure 9.8%, Indie 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A high-action beat-em-up that features intense sword-based combat against waves of enemies.

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: Hack and Slash 33.8%, Action RPG 32%, Souls-like 11%, Action 5.9%, Combat 4.4%

A journey of a lost samurai. Encounter five samurai and challenge them to a duel. Unleash your katana strike and deflect incoming attacks. Fight for honor or die with shame.

Why similar: Swordplay 52.5%, Action-Adventure 20.7%, Combat 11.3%, Action 6.7%, Indie 4.5%

Roguelite, rhythm，survival game. You need to play the role of Ma Chao, upgrade weapons in the battle, combine fetters, break through the tight encirclement, fight your way out, even if cursed by the world, you have to kill your father's enemy Cao Cao!

Why similar: Wuxia 74.9% ★, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Combat 4.2%, Anime 1%, Singleplayer 1%

Become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma and embark on an epic action adventure story set in a heated historical Japan. Turn the tide of battle with legendary gun and sword combat to change the course of history in search for justice.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.4%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Historical 16.8%, Action-Adventure 10%, Martial Arts 9.2% ★

Musashi vs Cthulhu (or MxC) is a fast paced action game where you take control of Musashi - the most famous warrior from feudal Japan -,as he’s fighting for his life. The ronin is a victim of a terrible curse that makes him a target for unspeakable monsters.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.8%, Swordplay 25.9%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Action 9.1%, RPG 4.1%

Embark on an epic odyssey to save your younger sister – and the whole of humanity – from mysterious dimensional invaders from beyond the starlit skies in Lost Soul Aside™.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29%, Action RPG 21.8%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, RPG 9.8%, Action 6.8%

Heavy Metal! Deep Combo System! Lot of Cinematics! Discover Legendary Warriors Forged in War! Destroy the dark empire! and save the world of his tiranity!!! Dark or Light?! Only one will Survive!!! Prepare your sword! And Anihilate all your enemies!

Why similar: Swordplay 36.1%, Hack and Slash 29.6%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Combat 7.2%, Souls-like 6.9%

The story opens with a family massacre, telling the chaotic Wuxia world under the darkness, you will play a warrior, out of the family door, set foot on the heroic river lake road of chivalrousness, to save the Central plains of the wind and rain.

Why similar: Martial Arts 18.8% ★, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Action RPG 18.6%, RPG 12.8%, Action-Adventure 12%

Captain Blood is a pirate-themed action game where you play as a fearsome pirate seeking gold and glory. Expect adventures with cannon firing, pistol shooting, swashbuckling sword fights, and plenty of pirate shenanigans. This hack'n'slash features fierce combat, hordes of enemies and flashy combos.

Why similar: Swordplay 28.9%, Hack and Slash 26.1%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Combat 9%, Stylized 8.2%

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: Hack and Slash 31.4%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Action RPG 14.6%, Combat 12.6%, Souls-like 7.9%

FADE is a classic Third person Action RPG. Travel to the land of Baltane and stop a twisted cult from finishing a ancient and twisted ritual. Face powerful bosses, collect loot, and fight horrific beings. Solo developed.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.6%, Swordplay 23.8%, Action RPG 17.6%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, RPG 7.3%

Through victory and defeat, traverse the merciless trials of hell.

Why similar: Martial Arts 26.7% ★, Hack and Slash 26.6%, Historical 15.3%, Action RPG 14.7%, Action 6.8%

An action game set in the Ancient China, bringing players addictive experiences with its unique Chinese traditional art-style and sound design.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 42%, Beat 'em up 12.7%, Action 12.2%, RPG 12%, Action RPG 9.9%

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: Martial Arts 33.7% ★, Action-Adventure 27%, Souls-like 16.2%, Adventure 7.6%, Action 7%

Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities

Why similar: Action RPG 48.1%, Souls-like 17.4%, Action 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Adventure 7%

Step into 1579 as Yasuke, the African samurai, and join Oda Nobunaga in his quest to unite Japan! Master precise katana combat, uncover secret gear, and unleash your ancestral power in this historically inspired action-packed journey through feudal Japan.

Why similar: Historical 37.9%, Swordplay 27%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Action-Adventure 10%, Action 4%

Embody a hard-boiled detective seeking bloody justice. in an old-school, Korean-style beat-’em-up. Plow through the criminal underworld to find and punish those responsible for his sister's death...before his mind unravels and his vengeance completely destroys him.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.3%, Martial Arts 26.1% ★, Action RPG 12.6%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Stylized 6.3%

This game is an action role-playing game, in which players will be in the ancient time of more than 3000 years ago and use their swords to fight against the spirit of the Emperor Jo of Country Jo who is trying to annex the world.

Why similar: Action RPG 30.5%, Historical 20.2%, RPG 14.9%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Action 7.9%

"SwordTrip" is a Chinese-style action roguelite VR game. Pick up your sword, block, slash your enemies, and enjoy a skill system specially designed for VR to create your favorite combat style.

Why similar: Swordplay 54.2%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, Action 10.7%, Combat 8.9%, Adventure 6.5%

A game about parrying, attacking, and overcoming difficult foes

Why similar: Swordplay 40.2%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Indie 14.6%, Action 10%, Action-Adventure 9.8%

This is a historical action game from 3rd person based on Yakut mythology. Alaa-Mogus the devil has come to seize our land! Uraankhai Sakha, let's take up our weapons and drive him back to the dungeon! Uruy-Aikhal!

Why similar: Historical 25.9%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Action RPG 14.7%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, RPG 8.1%