Games Like The Lord of the Rings: Gollum™

Fight through Mordor and uncover the truth of the spirit that compels you, discover the origins of the Rings of Power, build your legend and ultimately confront the evil of Sauron in this new chronicle of Middle-earth.

Why similar: Open World 18.2%, Stealth 14.2%, Fantasy 13.4%, Third Person 11.3%, Lore-Rich 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: Set in the same lore-rich universe, it offers a more action-oriented take on stealth and combat within the lands of Mordor.

Styx: Master of Shadows is an infiltration game with RPG elements taking place in a dark fantasy universe, where you sneak, steal and assassinate your way through as Styx, a Goblin two-centuries of age.

Why similar: Stealth 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Third Person 12.1%, Fantasy 11.8%, Story Rich 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game is the closest mechanical match, featuring a small, stealth-focused anti-hero navigating dark, vertical fantasy environments.

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 22.7%, Fantasy 13.6%, Stealth 12.6%, Third Person 10.2%, RPG 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the open-world mechanics of its predecessor, allowing for deeper stealth infiltration and tactical gameplay against Sauron's forces.

Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.

Why similar: Cinematic 24.9%, Lore-Rich 19.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, 3D Platformer 9.8%, Third Person 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy adventure captures a similar sense of dread and cinematic platforming while exploring folklore-inspired environments.

Styx returns in a new stealth adventure! Explore and master huge open environments, sneak past or assassinate new enemies and bosses, and experiment with the new array of lethal abilities and weapons in our goblin assassin's arsenal.

Why similar: Stealth 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Third Person 13.1%, Story Rich 11.9%, Fantasy 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel refines the stealth and parkour mechanics, offering even more opportunities to play as a cunning, goblin-like protagonist.

Follow the grim tale of young Amicia and her little brother Hugo, in a heartrending journey through the darkest hours of history.

Why similar: Stealth 27.1%, Story Rich 25.1%, Third Person 13.3%, Adventure 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the cinematic, narrative-heavy experience of being a vulnerable character forced to rely on stealth to survive in a hostile world.

Ghost of a Tale is an action-RPG game in which you play as Tilo, a mouse and minstrel thrown into a perilous adventure. Through stealth and cunning you’ll be able to explore the secrets of Dwindling Heights Keep and navigate its dangers.

Why similar: Stealth 29.5%, Fantasy 14.5%, Adventure 12.2%, Third Person 10.4%, RPG 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a small, vulnerable mouse in a dangerous world, relying on stealth and exploration rather than brute force.

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: Cinematic 33.9%, Interactive Fiction 17.1%, Third Person 15.8%, Adventure 9.1%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the cinematic stealth-adventure journey with improved visuals and a focus on narrative-driven survival.

Prepare to be tempted, mesmerized and thrilled, become the Overlord, how corrupt you become depends on how you handle any given situation. Your actions impact the game world. With incredible power at your disposal and a team of evil minded minions to do your evil bidding, how will you resist the temptation to be incredibly despotic?

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 42.9% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Third Person 7.5%, Open World 7.4%, Fantasy 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique perspective by allowing you to play as a villainous protagonist commanding minions in a dark fantasy setting.

Experience the epic conflict of Kain and Raziel in original form or with remastered graphics.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 17.8%, 3D Platformer 17.3%, Third Person 13.4%, Fantasy 12.7%, Platformer 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, lore-rich atmosphere with a complex anti-hero protagonist and puzzle-heavy exploration.

From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness. Set in the Viking age, a broken Celtic warrior embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover.

Why similar: Story Rich 27.4%, Dark Fantasy 21.6%, Third Person 19.3%, Fantasy 10.1%, Adventure 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deeply psychological and cinematic dark fantasy experience that focuses on the internal struggle of its protagonist.

You have been appointed to fulfill an extremely dangerous mission, deep in enemy territory: to kill one man... the Emperor himself. Lead the revolution of the Orcs and Goblins!

Why similar: RPG 22.5%, Fantasy 19.3%, Third Person 12.3%, Stealth 11.6%, Story Rich 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Allows you to play from the perspective of the 'monsters' in a fantasy world, focusing on the story of an Orc and a Goblin.

Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.

Why similar: Stealth 21.5%, Puzzle 18%, Story Rich 14.9%, Adventure 13.9%, Platformer 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at building tension through stealth and environmental puzzles while playing as a small, fragile character in a grotesque world.

Play the odds in Lost in Random™, a gothic-fairy-tale-inspired action-adventure where every citizen’s fate is determined by a roll of the dice.

Why similar: Fantasy 18.3%, Adventure 15.7%, Story Rich 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Action 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic, story-rich adventure that uses unique mechanics and a dark, whimsical art style to tell its tale.

Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.

Why similar: Cinematic 19.4%, 3D Platformer 16.8%, Lore-Rich 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Open World 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on climbing massive creatures and navigating harsh environments, mirroring the verticality and survival aspects of the seed game.

Become a deadly Master Assassin in this action-adventure game. Explore the streets of ninth-century Baghdad through the eyes of Basim. Take down your targets while seeking justice as part of the Hidden Ones.

Why similar: Stealth 24.9%, Open World 19.2%, Third Person 14.2%, RPG 8.5%, Adventure 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A return to the series' roots that emphasizes parkour traversal and calculated stealth assassinations in a dense historical setting.

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 19.7%, Fantasy 19.3%, RPG 10.7%, Third Person 9.8%, Story Rich 9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a massive, lore-rich fantasy world to explore, perfect for fans of immersive environments and magical settings.

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 50.5%, Story Rich 13.3%, Action 9.1%, Adventure 6.2%, Fantasy 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in stealth-action that rewards player choice and creative navigation through dark, atmospheric urban environments.

Stalk your prey on the quest for stolen goods with your blackjack, sword, and an assortment of unique arrows. Steal for money and uncover the hidden agendas of your allies and enemies as you play through an unravelling story of deception and revenge.

Why similar: Stealth 62.2%, Fantasy 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Story Rich 5.7%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic for stealth enthusiasts, emphasizing sound, shadow, and the necessity of avoiding direct confrontation.

Based on The Lord of the Rings motion picture trilogy, LEGO® The Lord of the Rings follows the original story-lines of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, taking players through the epic story events re-imagined with the humor and endl

Why similar: Fantasy 23.3%, Open World 23.1%, Adventure 17.6%, Action 11.2%, Third Person 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted way to experience the entirety of the Middle-earth narrative through exploration and puzzle-solving.

In this story-driven detective thriller, a young Sherlock Holmes struggles to prove himself as he navigates an exotic, dangerous island in the Mediterranean to investigate the mystery of his mother’s death.

Why similar: Choices Matter 19.4%, Open World 19.3%, Story Rich 15.3%, Third Person 13.4%, Combat 11%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the detective and puzzle-solving elements, requiring players to investigate their surroundings to progress.

Pumpkin Jack is a Spooky Scary 3D platformer in which you embody Jack, the Mythical Pumpkin Lord! Dive into an Epic Adventure through otherworldly landscapes and help the Evil annihilate the Good!

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 32.9% ★, 3D Platformer 25.6%, Adventure 10.4%, Action 8.4%, Third Person 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D platformer with a dark fantasy aesthetic that focuses on movement and combat against the forces of good.

Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.

Why similar: Cinematic 36.8%, Story Rich 23.4%, Third Person 19.2%, Adventure 8.5%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines intense, narrative-driven storytelling with stealth-survival mechanics that force players to scavenge and hide.

Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.

Why similar: Cinematic 23.9%, Third Person 10.6%, Story Rich 10.4%, Open World 9.2%, RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a high-budget cinematic adventure with deep lore and intense combat that appeals to fans of epic fantasy stories.

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options.

Why similar: Stealth 57.7%, Platformer 23.6%, Action 7.6%, Adventure 4.5%, Singleplayer 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the most polished 2D stealth mechanics available, focusing on visibility and sound as primary tools for survival.

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: Lore-Rich 22.8%, Cinematic 14.3%, Third Person 10.3%, Choices Matter 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%

Step into a darker, grittier Middle-earth. The Lord of the Rings: War in the North™ - Legacy Edition expands Tolkien’s epic legendarium, delving into the brutal, untold story of Agandaûr, a Black Númenórean and servant of Sauron who has rallied an immense force in the ruins of Fornost.

Why similar: RPG 22.3%, Third Person 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Action 13.7%, Combat 9%

A survival crafting adventure set in the Fourth Age of Middle-earth. Lead the Dwarves to reclaim Moria - mine, build, and battle through procedurally generated depths alone or with up to 8 players in co-op. It is time to return to Moria!

Why similar: Open World 26.9%, Adventure 16.5%, Third Person 16.5%, Fantasy 15.2%, RPG 13.8%

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: Lore-Rich 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 20.8%, Fantasy 12.1%, RPG 11.4%, Third Person 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that captures the gritty, oppressive atmosphere often found in the darker corners of Middle-earth.

Join the world’s greatest fellowship of players in the award-winning online re-creation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary Middle-earth.

Why similar: Open World 24%, Fantasy 23.1%, RPG 15.1%, Story Rich 8.5%, Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: The best way to immerse yourself in the expansive lore and geography of Middle-earth through a massive, persistent world.

The master of stealth is back! Explore the dizzying heights of the Iserian Continent and cunningly eliminate your enemies. Thanks to your Quartz powers, you are freer than ever. Be creative: Never has it felt so good to be greedy.

Why similar: Stealth 34.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Third Person 14.6%, Adventure 11.3%, Action 10.2%

The world of Etere was shattered after the discovery of a terrifying truth. Play as Ghost to gather the Champions and restore balance to a world in conflict in this action RPG that takes you on an epic journey to fulfil Etere’s destiny.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 31.9%, Fantasy 14.4%, Story Rich 12.6%, RPG 9.4%, Combat 8.9%

How evil can you get? Discover how corruptible you are in Overlord, the twisted fantasy action adventure where you can be evil (or really evil). In the game's seriously warped fantasy world, players will become the Overlord and get first-hand experience of how absolute power corrupts absolutely.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 44.8% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Third Person 8.7%, Fantasy 8.5%, RPG 8.2%

A solo or co-op RPG inspired by Morrowind. Drawn by a shared dream, you awaken on an isolated island crowned by a silent Tower. Unravel the mystery of the Laughless Saint, confront the weight of human desire, and decide what deserves to be saved when the light beneath the world finally stirs.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 16.7%, RPG 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Adventure 10.1%, Fantasy 10%

Experience a nerve-racking Lovecraftian adventure, rebuilt from the ground up with modern graphics and gameplay. Become Sherlock Holmes, and find yourself at the heart of the terrifying Cthulhu Mythos as you investigate a series of mysterious disappearances in Europe and the US.

Why similar: Choices Matter 26.1%, Open World 24.8%, Story Rich 22.6%, Action 8.1%, Adventure 8.1%

Reclaim the Lost Kingdom brick by brick! Join Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, Thorin and his company of Dwarves in an epic adventure across Middle-earth to recapture the Lonely Mountain in the most expansive LEGO game to date.

Why similar: Open World 24.8%, Adventure 19.6%, Fantasy 18.7%, Action 12.5%, Third Person 11.1%

Build a deck of iconic heroes and challenge the forces of Sauron in this thrilling tactical card game. Travel through famous locations, complete story-driven quests and forge a new legend of Middle-earth on your own or with a friend in cooperative mode.

Why similar: Fantasy 29.2%, Story Rich 25.6%, 3D 14.6%, RPG 12.9%, Adventure 12.6%

The Legend is Back - Return to the Valley of the Mines in this faithful remake of the genre-defining classic RPG. Explore a hand-crafted, organic open world that reacts dynamically to your actions in a gritty, unrestricted experience like no other.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Third Person 14.5%, Fantasy 14.2%, RPG 11.5%, Story Rich 9.5%

Experience a fantastic adventure with unique gameplay that blends investigation, action and exploration in a breath-taking thriller that will test the limits of your nerves and intelligence. Play as the great detective and track down evil in the darkest corners of London and the human soul…

Why similar: Choices Matter 18.2%, Third Person 18%, Story Rich 17.9%, Puzzle 15.5%, Adventure 12.1%

Begin a quest for long-lost truth on your vivid journey through a new fantasy world. This open world action RPG requires and rewards your original choices. It starts with your character, includes creativity in combat, and ends with the cultures, cities, and fate of the world.

Why similar: RPG 27.2%, Open World 23.6%, Fantasy 19.9%, Action 10.4%, Third Person 9.6%

A narrative puzzle-adventure game based on Brian Jacques' Redwall™️ book series. Vicious searats are invading the once peaceful Mossflower wood and it's up to the Lilygrove Scout Corps' newest recruit to save the day. Play as Sophia or Liam on their adventure to Redwall Abbey!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 16.4%, Fantasy 15.1%, Interactive Fiction 12.7%, Third Person 10.2%, Story Rich 8.8%

Experience an amazing adventure in one of the most fascinating universes! Amidst conspiracy and betrayal, try to survive the orchestrated machinations around the Iron Throne.

Why similar: RPG 21.9%, Fantasy 19.5%, Choices Matter 14.4%, Third Person 12.6%, Story Rich 11.3%

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: Dark Fantasy 22.5%, 3D Platformer 17.5%, Stealth 10.5%, Third Person 10.3%, Combat 10%

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: Lore-Rich 18.4%, RPG 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Adventure 13%, Third Person 12.2%

Grimlord is a Dark Fantasy Action Souls-like RPG - on VR. Awakened in a monastery deep in the Lonely Mountains, you walk in an epic quest as the adventurer standing before the darkness and striving for the light against the tyrannical Grim Lord.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 40.4%, Story Rich 25.3%, RPG 22.9%, Adventure 11.3%

Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 35.2% ★, Choices Matter 14.9%, RPG 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Story Rich 9.9%

Step into the shadows in Thief VR. You are Magpie, a cunning thief orphaned by Baron Northcrest and shaped by the streets. Use VR mechanics to steal, evade, and outsmart the City's forces. Your goal? A relic in Northcrest's vault, which uncovers a far greater artifact with a powerful legacy.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 32.9%, Stealth 19.8%, Adventure 11.7%, 3D 10.2%, Action 9%

Why save the world when you can conquer it? In EvilQuest, take on the role of Galvis — a dark knight obsessed with ultimate power. Set out on a quest of revenge,destruction and conquest in this exciting retro Action RPG title.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 68.9% ★, RPG 16.2%, Adventure 8%, Action 6.8%

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an open-world dark fantasy action RPG set in 14th-century Europe. You play as Coen, human by day and vampire by night, fighting to save your family in a story shaped by your actions and the secrets you uncover.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 17.7%, Open World 14.8%, Third Person 11%, Fantasy 10.5%, RPG 10%

The sequel to the award winning Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Senua returns in a brutal journey of survival through the myth and torment of Viking Iceland. Intent on saving those who have fallen victim to the horrors of tyranny, Senua faces a battle of overcoming the darkness within and without.

Why similar: Cinematic 39.6%, Story Rich 17%, Third Person 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Adventure 6.4%

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: Dark Fantasy 20.6%, Open World 17.4%, Choices Matter 12.9%, Third Person 12.7%, RPG 12%

A companion app for The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth board game from Fantasy Flight Games, a fully-cooperative board game for one to five players! This companion app dictates the setup of each encounter, tracks your party’s inventory and skills, and resolves combat while you brave the looming forests, quiet clearings, and...

Why similar: RPG 57.4%, Adventure 42.6%

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: Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Story Rich 15.2%, RPG 14.7%, Combat 14.5%, Action 9.8%

Return to Derceto Manor in this reimagination of Alone in the Dark, a love letter to the 90’s cult classic horror game.

Why similar: Cinematic 45.1%, Third Person 20.8%, Adventure 12.1%, Action 10.5%, Combat 6.7%

Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 51.1%, RPG 19.3%, Fantasy 13.2%, Action 8%, Combat 6.5%

Play as Gregor, turned into a tiny bug, and set out on an extraordinary journey to unravel the mystery of your transformation. Metamorphosis is a first person adventure set in a surrealist world where your newfound abilities are your last and only hope for redemption.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 34.4%, Story Rich 22.8%, Puzzle 19.5%, Adventure 13.5%, Singleplayer 5.5%

The Church in the Darkness is an action/stealth game where you infiltrate a religious cult and the story changes every time you play. It's 1977 and your nephew has moved deep into the South American jungle. Sneak into his commune, find out what's going on, and try to get the best ending you can.

Why similar: Stealth 22.6%, Choices Matter 22.3%, Adventure 13.9%, Open World 12.9%, Story Rich 12.6%

Shape your fears… Fear the shapes. Embark on a journey where you face your worst fears and are confronted with the emotional impact of your actions in this narrative adventure game with puzzles, stealth and action.

Why similar: Stealth 21.5%, Puzzle 15.7%, Story Rich 13.1%, Third Person 12.6%, Adventure 10.7%

Join honorable thief Ebizo on the streets of Mikado, and put your thieving skills to the test! Will you walk the path of honor for the sake of family? The choice is yours to make.

Why similar: Stealth 34.6%, Story Rich 18.1%, Third Person 17.6%, Action 16.6%, 3D 9.8%