- #1 Fate/Samurai Remnant
97% matchVery Positive91% of 6,811 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 14.1 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.
Why similar: Musou 24.7% ★, Spectacle fighter 18% ★, Historical 13.5%, Action RPG 8.9%, Anime 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title masterfully blends action-RPG mechanics with a deep, character-driven narrative set in a historical Japanese backdrop.
- #2 Fate/EXTELLA LINK
96% matchVery Positive93% of 4,667 reviews2019
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
History, legend, and sci-fi collide in the latest chapter of the Fate/EXTRA saga! Join 26 Heroic Spirits from all across time as they hack and slash their way across the battlefields of SE.RA.PH, a digital realm for the last survivors of Earth.
Why similar: Musou 54.2% ★, Anime 19.5%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Action 4.5%, Story Rich 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action game that captures the essence of anime-style combat with a focus on powerful, unique character abilities.
- #3 SAMURAI WARRIORS 5
96% matchVery Positive82% of 1,535 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A new SAMURAI WARRIORS begins. After a 7-year wait, a new instalment in the tactical action series "SAMURAI WARRIORS" is finally here!
Why similar: Musou 66.7% ★, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Historical 10.9%, Anime 5.3%, Action 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: This entry revitalized the series with a stunning, stylized ink-wash art style that feels right at home for fans of anime-inspired historical games.
- #4 Persona® 5 Strikers
95% matchVery Positive88% of 17,598 reviews2021
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 22.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!
Why similar: Musou 48.7% ★, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Anime 13.4%, Story Rich 5.9%, Action RPG 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly translates the stylish aesthetic and deep character relationships of its source material into a high-energy Musou combat system.
- #5 ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4
94% matchVery Positive92% of 21,299 reviews2023
Dev: Koei TecmoPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 33.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is the latest evolution of PIRATE WARRIORS action! Based on the concept of "experiencing a real ONE PIECE battlefield," buildings will come crashing down during the action and attacks will throw up smoke and dust, placing you in the thick of the ONE PIECE world!
Why similar: Musou 59.1% ★, Hack and Slash 21.2%, Anime 14%, Action 3.5%, Adventure 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game delivers the ultimate anime-Musou experience with a massive roster and destructive, high-speed combat.
- #6 ARSLAN: THE WARRIORS OF LEGEND
94% matchMixed70% of 191 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
An exciting collaboration between The Heroic Legend of Arslan anime and the action-infused Warriors series! Experience the grand historical fantasy with ARSLAN: THE WARRIORS OF LEGEND!
Why similar: Musou 75.4% ★, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Anime 10.2%, Action 3%
Why You'll Like It: Directly based on a popular anime series, this game offers a faithful adaptation of its source material within the classic Musou framework.
- #7 WARRIORS OROCHI 4
93% matchVery Positive87% of 5,545 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 69.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The supreme "WARRIORS OROCHI" experience is here! The definitive installment of the "WARRIORS OROCHI 4", featuring all the content of the WARRIORS OROCHI 4: The Ultimate Upgrade Pack, is available now.
Why similar: Musou 69.4% ★, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Action 6%, Anime 4.2%, Historical 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: A massive crossover event that emphasizes flashy, over-the-top combat and a wide variety of character playstyles.
- #8 BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk
92% matchVery Positive82% of 4,019 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Behold the fierce blend of "Warriors" and "Berserk"!
Why similar: Musou 65.8% ★, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Anime 10.8%, Story Rich 3.2%, Action 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title provides a darker, more visceral take on the Musou formula that captures the intensity of its iconic anime source material.
- #9 DRAGON QUEST HEROES™ II
91% matchMostly Positive70% of 806 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
DRAGON QUEST HEROES II is a hack-and-slash Action RPG that sends you on a new adventure to restore order to a once peaceful world filled with monsters and battles of epic proportions. Up to 4 players can play in cooperative multiplayer to defeat an unknown threat looming over the Seven Realms!
Why similar: Musou 66.5% ★, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Anime 8.6%, Action 5.3%, Fantasy 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: It successfully integrates traditional RPG party-building and exploration with the large-scale battlefield action of the Warriors series.
- #10 SAMURAI MAIDEN
91% matchMixed59% of 742 reviews2022
Dev: SHADE Inc.Pub: D3PUBLISHER
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A young woman from the 21st century with sharp swordsmanship skills finds herself in Honnō-ji during the Sengoku period! Together with a trio of newfound ninja friends, she races through the Underworld beneath Honnō-ji, confronted by enraged corpses at every turn!
Why similar: Swordplay 19.4% ★, Spectacle fighter 17.4% ★, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Anime 14.2%, Historical 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features a charming anime aesthetic and a focus on character-driven action that mirrors the cute-but-deadly vibe of the seed game.
- #11 Neptunia x SENRAN KAGURA: Ninja Wars
90% matchVery Positive82% of 1,188 reviews2022
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Neptunia and SENRAN KAGURA join forces in this action-packed RPG!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.4%, Anime 24.7%, Action RPG 20.2%, Cute 10.6%, Action 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Combines high-speed hack-and-slash combat with the distinct personality and humor of two major anime franchises.
- #12 SAMURAI WARRIORS: Spirit of Sanada
89% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Struggle for survival. Death before surrender! Experience the dramatic story and epic, action-packed battles of the Sanada clan during Japan's Warring States period.
Why similar: Musou 65.1% ★, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Historical 10.7%, Action 7.2%, Anime 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on a specific historical narrative, providing a more intimate and story-rich experience than traditional Musou titles.
- #13 Granblue Fantasy: Relink
86% matchVery Positive90% of 51,186 reviews2024
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 33.8 hrsMean: 76.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 20.9% ★, Action RPG 18.2%, Anime 18.1%, Swordplay 14.6% ★, Hack and Slash 14%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-production-value action experience with deep character customization and a beautiful, vibrant anime art style.
- #14 WARRIORS ALL-STARS
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 821 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A battle of heroes where everyone is the lead! The very first all-stars title for Koei Tecmo! For the first time in Warriors series, flashy action combines both the traits of the original series and new exiting elements such as “Musou Rush”, open scenarios and multiple endings!
Why similar: Musou 77.4% ★, Hack and Slash 12%, Action 5.1%, Anime 5%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted crossover title that focuses on character interactions and fast-paced combat across various franchises.
- #15 DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: Xtreme Legends Definitive Edition
87% matchVery Positive84% of 1,740 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The new modes and replay elements of "Xtreme Legends", even including downloadable content, have been packed into the thrilling one vs. one-thousand action game "DYNASTY WARRIORS 7", comprising a massive single title that is available now for a reasonable price!
Why similar: Musou 70.4% ★, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Historical 11.2%, Action 4.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry that provides a robust historical campaign and the quintessential Warriors experience.
- #16 Attack on Titan 2 - A.O.T.2
85% matchVery Positive93% of 7,632 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 78.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Abandon all fear. Attack on Titan 2 is the gripping sequel to the action game based on the worldwide hit anime series "Attack on Titan."
Why similar: Anime 39.5%, Musou 24.1% ★, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Action 12.6%, Story Rich 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique, high-mobility combat system that captures the thrill and intensity of the anime's signature action sequences.
- #17 DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires
88% matchMixed66% of 1,630 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 188.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires is part of the "Empires" series, in which you aim to conquer ancient China using both strategy and the one warrior versus one thousand tactical action the WARRIORS series is known for.
Why similar: Musou 61% ★, Hack and Slash 18%, Historical 12%, Action 5.2%, Anime 3%
Why You'll Like It: Adds a layer of strategy and character customization to the classic Musou gameplay, allowing for more personal storytelling.
- #18 Utawarerumono: ZAN
84% matchVery Positive81% of 95 reviews2025
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Slice and dice your way through the strange and wonderful world of beloved tactics-JRPG series Utawarerumono!
Why similar: Musou 49.1% ★, Spectacle fighter 15.3% ★, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Lore-Rich 7.5%, Anime 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented spin-off of a beloved visual novel series that emphasizes character-driven storytelling.
- #19 SENRAN KAGURA ESTIVAL VERSUS
86% matchVery Positive94% of 5,442 reviews2017
Dev: TamsoftPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Thrust into a parallel dimension, our buxom shinobi prepare for a new kind of beach-side battle. Can the islands’ hosts be trusted? Will the other schools play fair? Will there be time to enjoy the beach before the fighting starts? Will anyone manage to keep their clothes intact?
Why similar: Anime 33.6%, Hack and Slash 27.8%, Musou 22% ★, Cute 6.4%, Action 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its fast, fluid combat and strong emphasis on character personality, this game is a staple for fans of anime action.
- #20 Tales of ARISE
84% matchVery Positive87% of 36,291 reviews2023
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 16.1 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!
Why similar: Anime 29.9%, Action RPG 23.1%, Story Rich 11.6%, Fantasy 11.3%, Hack and Slash 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A premier action-RPG that excels in character development and delivers a cinematic, anime-inspired experience.
- #21 SCARLET NEXUS
83% matchVery Positive81% of 17,868 reviews2021
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.
Why similar: Anime 32.2%, Action RPG 25.8%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Action 10.1%, Adventure 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: While more focused on RPG elements, its stylish combat and strong anime narrative make it a great fit for fans of character-driven action.
- #22 CODE VEIN
82% matchVery Positive83% of 61,203 reviews2019
Dev: Bandai Namco StudiosPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 31.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Anime 37%, Action RPG 29.2%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Action 7.4%, Singleplayer 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct anime aesthetic and a focus on character-building that complements its challenging, action-oriented gameplay.
- #23 DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS
77% matchVery Positive93% of 28,542 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 30.0 hrsMean: 43.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms
Why similar: Musou 46% ★, Spectacle fighter 15% ★, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Historical 9.9%, Swordplay 8% ★
- #24 Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 350 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 50.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A Tale of Three Beautiful Maidens Drawn to Each Other. When three friends, deceived and separated by the tricks of darkness, find each other again, their bond shall become the light that will clear away the shadows and guide them towards the truth...
Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.2%, Anime 15.7%, Cute 11.8%, Story Rich 11.1%, Fantasy 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A character-focused action game that blends dark fantasy themes with a distinct anime aesthetic.
- #25 DYNASTY WARRIORS 9 Empires
81% matchMixed50% of 1,911 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
A new release in the Empires series, featuring a mix of thrilling action and country capturing simulation. Experience the human drama of the Three Kingdoms in a way only Empires can provide. Fight exciting Castle Sieges and manipulate the country's Politics. Welcome to the Empires experience!
Why similar: Musou 63.9% ★, Historical 16.2%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Action 4.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a sandbox approach to the Musou formula, allowing players to shape their own historical narrative.
- #26 Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds
79% matchVery Positive93% of 2,174 reviews2017
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Romance 12 handsome warriors and the samurai of the Shinsengumi, uncover their dark secrets, and conquer your demons in this historical fantasy visual novel! Your narrative choices unlock multiple branching storylines and 30 different endings!
Why similar: Historical 51.5%, Anime 25.2%, Story Rich 9.9%, Adventure 9%, Cute 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: While a visual novel, its historical setting and focus on samurai characters make it a thematic match for the seed game's lore.
- #27 Croixleur Sigma - Deluxe Edition
80% matchMostly Positive79% of 145 reviews2019
Dev: souvenir circ.Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Wielding magical blades, four girls must fight back the encroaching waves of monsters in this exhilarating hack-and-slash action game!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29%, Action 19.4%, Anime 18.6%, Casual 15.1%, Cute 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, indie-developed arena fighter that captures the cute, high-action aesthetic of anime games.
- #28 Toukiden: Kiwami
81% matchMixed69% of 1,324 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
"Toukiden: Kiwami" is a hunting action game where players take on the role of a Slayer possessing unique abilities, and battle the Oni to save mankind from destruction. To defeat these huge Oni, players band together to sever, pierce, and crush parts of the Oni using the Targeted Destruction System!
Why similar: Anime 30.2%, Action 25.5%, Hack and Slash 23.5%, Fantasy 17.2%, Singleplayer 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: A hunting-style action game that features a strong historical-fantasy aesthetic and deep character customization.
- #29 BLUE REFLECTION: Second Light
78% matchVery Positive82% of 1,091 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 53.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
“As the last summer day fades, all is illuminated.” With gorgeous translucent designs by Mel Kishida, as well as a story that depicts the youth of lifelike girls, based on a theme of human identity and bonding, a new title in the BLUE REFLECTION series is here!
Why similar: Anime 30.6%, Cute 21.5%, Story Rich 18.5%, Fantasy 16.2%, Adventure 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: While primarily a social RPG, its focus on character bonds and aesthetic beauty resonates with the charm of the seed game.
- #30 RWBY: Grimm Eclipse
79% matchVery Positive81% of 11,588 reviews2016
Dev: Rooster Teeth GamesPub: FarBridge
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
RWBY: GRIMM ECLIPSE is a 4 player, online co-op, hack and slash game based upon Rooster Teeth’s international hit series RWBY.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 34.4% ★, Hack and Slash 22.9%, Anime 13.1%, Cute 8.4%, Stylized 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A team-based hack-and-slash game that captures the high-energy combat style of its source anime.
- #31 Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 19,393 reviews2018
Dev: Dimps CorporationPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 52.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience an original story where you are the protagonist in the world of Gun Gale Online. Create your own avatar and explore devastated lands while experiencing exciting third person shooting in this action RPG.
Why similar: Anime 75.1%, Action 12.7%, Fantasy 8.3%, Singleplayer 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an action-heavy experience set within a popular anime universe, focusing on character progression and combat.
- #32 WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate Definitive Edition
76% matchVery Positive89% of 2,447 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 17.5 hrsMean: 43.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The truly ultimate "WARRIORS OROCHI 3" is now available on Steam! With all the content of "WARRIORS OROCHI 3", new characters and episodes that deepen the story, new modes, and DLC that has been released for other platforms, enjoy the world of Orochi to your heart's content!
Why similar: Musou 68% ★, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Action 4.8%, Fantasy 4.7%, Anime 2.6%
- #33 SAMURAI WARRIORS 4 DX
76% matchVery Positive86% of 481 reviews2024
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Pub: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The sparks of destiny ignite in this rich depiction of the Warring States period that features a total of 55 different officers. The deluxe edition contains more than 150 previously released DLC from "SAMURAI WARRIORS 4," including costumes, weapons, customization parts, scenarios, and BGM!
Why similar: Musou 59.4% ★, Spectacle fighter 12.7% ★, Historical 12.4%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Action 3.1%
- #34 WARRIORS: Abyss
74% matchVery Positive86% of 2,098 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Through victory and defeat, traverse the merciless trials of hell.
Why similar: Musou 67.6% ★, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Historical 9%, Action RPG 5.9%, Action 3.3%
- #35 Rise of the Ronin
74% matchMixed62% of 9,853 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 17.9 hrsMean: 35.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 36% ★, Historical 26%, Action RPG 21.3%, Action 5.4%, Hack and Slash 4.9%
- #36 SAMURAI WARRIORS 4-II
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,426 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 32.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The latest iteration of the 10th anniversary "SAMURAI WARRIORS" series is here at last! Naomasa Ii appears as a playable character for the first time, and the various personalities of the age are explored in more depth in "Story Mode", which is now focused on individual characters.
Why similar: Musou 67.7% ★, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Historical 10.9%, Anime 4.5%, Action 3.8%
- #37 Utawarerumono: ZAN 2
72% matchVery Positive86% of 97 reviews2026
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Hack and slash your way through the world of Utawarerumono once again! Experience the saga's climactic conclusion like never before with fast-paced combat, slick animations, and all-new exclusive scenes and side-stories!
Why similar: Musou 53.5% ★, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Spectacle fighter 12.1% ★, Action RPG 5.7%, Lore-Rich 5.4%
- #38 DYNASTY WARRIORS 8: Xtreme Legends Complete Edition
75% matchVery Positive84% of 13,928 reviews2014
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 50.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
"Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends" introduces entirely new levels of fun to the refreshing gameplay vanquishing swarms of enemies with mighty warriors found in "Dynasty Warriors 8."
Why similar: Musou 52.9% ★, Hack and Slash 24%, Historical 13.4%, Action 3.6%, Spectacle fighter 2.8% ★
- #39 Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles
73% matchVery Positive87% of 19,600 reviews2021
Dev: CyberConnect2Pub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 39.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Become the Blade that Destroys Demons!
Why similar: Anime 49.8%, Drama 25.3%, Action 13.6%, Adventure 11.2%
- #40 Homura Hime
70% matchNo user reviews90% of 1,623 reviews2026
Dev: Crimson DuskPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 34.3% ★, Hack and Slash 22.2%, Action RPG 13.8%, Anime 10.7%, Cute 7%
- #41 Nioh 3
69% matchVery Positive80% of 16,715 reviews2026
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 42.3 hrsMean: 48.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%
In the third game in the dark samurai action RPG series Nioh, you will need to use both Samurai and Ninja combat styles in your battles against formidable yokai as you explore a thrilling open field.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.6%, Historical 25.1%, Action RPG 21.8%, Fantasy 7.8%, Action 6.8%
- #42 Like a Dragon: Ishin!
71% matchVery Positive81% of 6,164 reviews2023
Dev: Ryu Ga Gotoku StudioPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 12.8 hrsMean: 29.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Don the clothes and weaponry of the elite to become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma. Draw your blade and join the revolution in this heated historical adventure.
Why similar: Historical 31.3%, Hack and Slash 30%, Action 10.8%, Story Rich 8.6%, Adventure 8.3%
- #43 Xuan-Yuan Sword VII
73% matchMixed63% of 9,558 reviews2020
Dev: SOFTSTAR
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Historical 38.4%, Action RPG 17.1%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Story Rich 11.4%, Action 4.8%
- #44 SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris
73% matchMixed61% of 6,795 reviews2020
Dev: AQURIA Co., Ltd.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 54.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enjoy seamless, action-packed real-time battles using a combination of sword skills, sacred arts, and your favorite SAO characters!
Why similar: Anime 48.9%, Action 19.2%, Adventure 17.9%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #45 DYNASTY WARRIORS 9
75% matchMostly Negative36% of 10,171 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 111.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Experience the thrill of one versus thousands in an all new open world setting with DYNASTY WARRIORS 9! Travel through Ancient China depicted on a single, vast, open-world map, master the new State Combo System, and watch the Three Kingdoms story unfold through a cast of 90 playable characters!
Why similar: Action 44.3%, Musou 31.6% ★, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Historical 7.5%, Action RPG 2.6%
- #46 BLEACH Brave Souls
70% matchVery Positive88% of 12,472 reviews2020
Dev: KLab Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 113.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
The world of mega-hit manga and anime BLEACH comes to Steam in this exciting 3D action game! Build a team using your favorite characters from the BLEACH universe!
Why similar: Anime 41.9%, Action RPG 19.7%, Hack and Slash 19.5%, Action 7.9%, Story Rich 4.3%
- #47 SD GUNDAM BATTLE ALLIANCE
71% matchMixed63% of 6,023 reviews2022
Dev: ARTDINKPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 31.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
SD Gundam Battle Alliance is a multiplayer Gundam action RPG where you can smash foes solo or with friends in thrilling mechanized combat. Acquire new mobile suits, power them up, and take them into battle in various missions!
Why similar: Alternate History 25.7%, Hack and Slash 22.4%, Lore-Rich 17.5%, Action RPG 14.8%, Anime 13.2%
- #48 One Piece Pirate Warriors 3
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 10,735 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enjoy the original story of ONE PIECE from Fuschia Village to the mysterious kingdom of Dressrosa. Will your resolution be strong enough to defeat the most dangerous pirates, including Doflamingo and many more?
Why similar: Musou 46.9% ★, Anime 22.7%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Action 4.8%, Adventure 3.5%
- #49 Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2
67% matchVery Positive83% of 3,313 reviews2025
Dev: CyberConnect2Pub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Destroy demons with the power of forged bonds! Tanjiro Kamado's battle will once again unfold…
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 51.1% ★, Anime 29.1%, Action 8.1%, Adventure 7.4%, Singleplayer 4.4%
- #50 SENRAN KAGURA Burst Re:Newal
71% matchVery Positive93% of 2,567 reviews2019
Dev: TamsoftPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Experience the original SENRAN KAGURA Burst, the beginning of the world's best-loved buxom battle series, like never before! Tackle the classic ninja brawler from a whole new perspective in gorgeous, fluid HD, with new features and mechanics throughout!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.5%, Anime 29%, Musou 21% ★, Action 8.1%, Story Rich 2.4%
- #51 BLEACH Rebirth of Souls
68% matchMixed66% of 6,582 reviews2025
Dev: TAMSOFT CORPORATIONPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Awaken the blade within you and reverse your fate in BLEACH Rebirth of Souls! Engage in thrilling battles with powerful sword abilities and characters from this legendary anime franchise.
Why similar: Swordplay 36.4% ★, Anime 30.2%, Drama 12.9%, Action 10.4%, Story Rich 7.7%
- #52 Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land
67% matchMixed64% of 3,130 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.7%, Action RPG 17.7%, Anime 16.9%, Cute 10%, Story Rich 9.1%
- #53 Fate/EXTELLA
69% matchVery Positive91% of 4,437 reviews2017
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 77.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In the digital realm of SE.RA.PH, the Holy Grail War is over, but the land’s new ruler faces challenges and threats from all sides. The servants now find themselves drawing up tense and unlikely alliances, preparing for a conflict that may tear SE.RA.PH apart...or destroy it entirely.
Why similar: Musou 47.9% ★, Anime 20.8%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Story Rich 5.2%, Action 4.2%
- #54 Visions of Mana
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,602 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: Action RPG 23.8%, Lore-Rich 23.2%, Anime 14.3%, Cute 11.3%, Story Rich 10.1%
- #55 CRYSTAR
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,245 reviews2019
Dev: FURYU CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
For when I weep, then I am strong. Battle through Purgatory as Rei to help save her sister in this Action RPG. Switch freely between four playable characters, and uncover each one of their pasts to see the sorrows they have endured.
Why similar: Anime 37.6%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action RPG 14.2%, Action 12.9%, Story Rich 10.7%
- #56 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Awakening
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,610 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 20.2 hrsMean: 68.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner
Why similar: Historical 45.9%, Alternate History 39.6%, Story Rich 11.4%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #57 Fugitive Free Rider
65% matchVery Positive83% of 72 reviews2026
Dev: Moka Sphere
Windows
The chairman’s daughter ran away without doing her assignment. Join the group project, take down the troublemakers, and capture the chairman’s runaway daughter. A thrilling hack-and-slash “musou” action adventure with a cast of colorful, distinctive characters.
Why similar: Musou 55.4% ★, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Spectacle fighter 11.5% ★, Anime 10%, Cute 4.9%
- #58 Yasuke Simulator
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,024 reviews2025
Dev: HistoryAccurateDevelopers
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 1.2 hrs≥1hr: 43%
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 41.4%, Swordplay 23.6% ★, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Story Rich 9.7%, Action 3.7%
- #59 NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]
67% matchVery Positive83% of 2,776 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 48%, Spectacle fighter 24.7% ★, Action 11.7%, Adventure 8%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #60 Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition
66% matchVery Positive88% of 49,578 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 15.3 hrsMean: 73.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 34.5%, Hack and Slash 29.4%, Action 11.8%, Fantasy 11%, Story Rich 10.3%