Games Like Transistor

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 57.6%, Isometric 10.1%, Action RPG 6.8%, Story Rich 5.9%, RPG 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: From the same studio, it delivers the same lush presentation, evocative soundtrack, and narration-driven action that make Transistor feel so distinctive.

Pyre is a party-based RPG from the creators of Bastion and Transistor. Lead your band of exiles to freedom through a series of mystical competitions in the Campaign, or challenge a friend to a fast-paced ritual showdown in the head-to-head Versus Mode.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 66.3%, Story Rich 10.7%, RPG 9.2%, Indie 5.8%, Atmospheric 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Though more unconventional in gameplay, it carries Supergiant's trademark writing, music, art direction, and bittersweet character focus that Transistor fans usually love.

Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49.7%, Isometric 11.9%, Story Rich 8.9%, Action RPG 6.5%, RPG 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares Supergiant's razor-sharp combat feel, dynamic storytelling, and standout music, making it the closest modern match in pure moment-to-moment action quality.

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.1%, Action RPG 20.6%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Cyberpunk 6%, RPG 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its female lead, top-down action-RPG combat, expressive sci-fi setting, and strong story make it an easy recommendation for anyone chasing Transistor's blend of action and heart.

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 62.6%, Action RPG 7.6%, Atmospheric 6.9%, Sci-fi 5.2%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It channels a similarly elegant, atmospheric kind of isometric action with a haunting soundtrack and a ruined futuristic world that speaks through mood as much as plot.

NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49.3%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, RPG 8.8%, Story Rich 8.7%, Hack and Slash 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: If you loved Transistor's fusion of beautiful music, philosophical sci-fi storytelling, and stylish combat anchored by a memorable heroine, this is a must-play.

EXPLORE YOUR WAY. Awoken to a world ruined by war, Alma must traverse the vast city of Arcadia before the life force of her friends and herself withers away. Time is ticking, and every moment matters. Who will you save, and who will you leave to turn UNSIGHTED?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.8%, Action RPG 17.7%, Sci-fi 14.5%, RPG 11.3%, Indie 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This stylish top-down sci-fi action RPG mirrors Transistor's fast combat, melancholic tone, and futuristic world while adding a similarly emotional edge.

ANNO: Mutationem is an action-adventure game with RPG elements set in a cyberpunk world, featuring a unique mix of pixelated 2D & 3D graphic style with a rich, dark and bizarre plot.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 36%, Female Protagonist 19.9%, Action RPG 11.7%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Story Rich 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its cyberpunk setting, female protagonist, and mix of stylish action with moody sci-fi storytelling make it a strong tonal companion to Transistor.

RUINER is a brutal action shooter set in the year 2091 in the cyber metropolis Rengkok. A wired psychopath lashes out against a corrupt system to uncover the truth and retrieve his kidnapped brother under the guidance of a secretive hacker friend.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 41.5%, Great Soundtrack 35.4%, Isometric 8.7%, Sci-fi 5.4%, Atmospheric 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: It trades Transistor's tenderness for brutality, but its top-down combat, cyberpunk aesthetic, and hard-hitting music hit a very similar sensory lane.

Remember Me™ is a 3rd person action adventure where players take on the role of Nilin, a former elite memory hunter with the ability to break into people’s minds and steal or even alter their memories.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 33.1%, Great Soundtrack 21%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Sci-fi 9.6%, Beautiful 9.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: It shares Transistor's cyberpunk mood, female lead, and story-forward sci-fi sensibility, just through a more direct third-person action structure.

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.5%, Cyberpunk 27.1%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Story Rich 7.7%, Atmospheric 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: For players who loved Transistor's sleek audiovisual identity and pulse-pounding electronic energy, Furi offers similarly stylish sci-fi action with an unforgettable soundtrack.

The Ascent is a solo and co-op Action-shooter RPG set in a cyberpunk world. The mega corporation that owns you and everyone, The Ascent Group, has just collapsed. Can you survive without it?

Why similar: Cyberpunk 49.5%, Isometric 18.4%, Action RPG 13.4%, RPG 9.7%, Indie 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: This isometric cyberpunk action RPG captures the same neon-drenched futurism and satisfying combat flow, even if it leans more into firefights than narrative intimacy.

Dex is a 2D, side-scrolling, open-world cyberpunk RPG with a focus on exploration and non-linear gameplay.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 50.2%, Female Protagonist 18.2%, Sci-fi 8.5%, RPG 7.1%, Story Rich 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This side-scrolling cyberpunk RPG keeps the female-led dystopian vibe and narrative focus that make Transistor so appealing, despite a different camera perspective.

ICEY is a 2D side-scrolling action game and a META game in disguise. As you follow the narrator's omnipresent voice, you will see through ICEY's eyes and learn the truth about her world. The narrator will constantly urge you in one direction, but you must ask, "Why? Why am I following his directions?“ Obey? Rebel?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.4%, Great Soundtrack 25.4%, Cyberpunk 18.8%, RPG 5.4%, Action 5%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylish female-led action and meta storytelling make it a good pick for players who liked Transistor's mix of sharp combat and strong personality.

Harebrained Schemes' biggest Shadowrun game to date, and the definitive Shadowrun RPG experience available on PC. Now a standalone title with tons of new content & improvements!

Why similar: Cyberpunk 39.8%, Isometric 12.5%, Turn-Based 11.3%, RPG 9%, Sci-fi 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It drops the action focus, but its excellent cyberpunk storytelling, tactical pacing, and dense worldbuilding make it one of the best narrative companions to Transistor.

Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?

Why similar: Isometric 29.3%, Action RPG 25.6%, Story Rich 15.9%, RPG 13.7%, Hack and Slash 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its isometric action, emotional storytelling, and strong narrator-driven atmosphere make it a great fit if Transistor's combat-and-story balance is what hooked you.

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: Action RPG 37.4%, Sci-fi 27.5%, RPG 18.1%, Action 7.4%, Adventure 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This one delivers flashy sci-fi action, a strong narrative focus, and a stylish futuristic world that scratches a similar action-meets-story itch.

Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition is the capstone title in Harebrained Schemes' Shadowrun series - and now includes the all-new, 6+ hr Shadows of Hong Kong Bonus Campaign. Experience the most impressive Shadowrun RPG yet, hailed as one of the best cRPG / strategy games of 2015!

Why similar: Cyberpunk 37.5%, Isometric 12%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%, Turn-Based 10%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Like Dragonfall, it leans more RPG than action, but its moody cyberpunk world and strong writing will click with players who loved Transistor's setting and story atmosphere.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 50%, Cyberpunk 27.8%, Story Rich 9.1%, Sci-fi 3.8%, Indie 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its neon-soaked presentation, intense combat rhythm, and stylish storytelling make it a strong pick for fans of Transistor's cool, razor-edged energy.

Transform the world of Hob! A new action-adventure from Runic Games, the award-winning studio behind Torchlight I and II. It's your chance. Make it home.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 40%, Indie 11.6%, Action RPG 10.1%, Adventure 8.3%, Action 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its beautiful isometric world, smooth action-adventure design, and quiet environmental storytelling echo Transistor's elegant sense of flow and visual polish.

The Red Strings Club is a cyberpunk narrative experience about fate and happiness featuring the extensive use of pottery, bartending and impersonating people on the phone to take down a corporate conspiracy.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 40.2%, Great Soundtrack 36.8%, Story Rich 9.5%, Sci-fi 5.2%, Atmospheric 4%

Why You'll Like It: If the cyberpunk melancholy and intimate storytelling were your favorite parts of Transistor, this narrative-driven gem hits a very similar emotional register.

By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Action RPG 11.5%, RPG 10.8%, Indie 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: The emotional tone, striking audiovisual style, and fluid combat make it a strong match if you want another introspective action game with style to spare.

Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.4%, Great Soundtrack 26.3%, RPG 18.7%, Indie 10.6%, Action RPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a vibrant art style, strong character focus, and hybrid combat sensibility that should appeal to players who liked Transistor's personality-rich design.

Omensight is an Action Murder Mystery game. In order to prevent the apocalypse, you are fated to repeat the last day of the world until it can be saved. Investigate clues, fight enemies, and solve the murder of the Godless-Priestess.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.1%, Female Protagonist 12%, Action RPG 10.9%, Story Rich 10.8%, RPG 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers fast isometric combat, a painterly art style, and a story-rich structure that feels very aligned with Transistor's elegant action-fantasy pacing.

A neon-noir story in a rain-drenched cyberpunk metropolis. It’s your first night on the job working for the Cloudpunk delivery service. Two rules: Don’t miss a delivery and don’t ask what’s in the package.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 39%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It lacks the action-RPG side, but its female-led cyberpunk world, moody storytelling, and neon-soaked atmosphere make it a worthwhile vibe match.

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

Why similar: Beautiful 42.5% ★, Great Soundtrack 34.5%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Atmospheric 4.7%, Story Rich 3%

Why You'll Like It: It is much less combat-focused, but its breathtaking audiovisual storytelling and melancholy beauty align closely with Transistor's emotional and artistic appeal.

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Isometric 36.2%, Action RPG 28.3%, RPG 12.8%, Hack and Slash 7%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: While less story-heavy, it offers polished isometric combat, a strong atmosphere, and the kind of refined action feel that Transistor fans often appreciate.

Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 42.2%, Beautiful 15.4% ★, Female Protagonist 14.2%, RPG 9%, Turn-Based 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its beautiful presentation, emotional tone, and memorable music make it a good fit for players drawn to Transistor's softer, more lyrical side.

After a century in stasis the girl En arrives at her destination: A Palace out of legend. Out here, using forgotten technologies, she hopes to bring back a life that shouldn’t have been lost. But nothing could prepare her for what she’ll face in the ancient halls below.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.2%, Sci-fi 22.6%, Great Soundtrack 19%, Cyberpunk 10.3%, Atmospheric 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its sleek sci-fi setting, female protagonist, and haunting sense of isolation make it a strong thematic match for Transistor's futuristic melancholy.

Stories: The Path of Destinies is an Action RPG, an enchanted storybook filled with madcap fantasy tales, each told by a zippy narrator attuned to the player’s choices and actions.

Why similar: Adventure 30.6%, Great Soundtrack 27.2%, Action RPG 10.6%, RPG 10%, Isometric 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its isometric action, narrator-led storytelling, and stylish fantasy framing make it a solid choice if you enjoyed Transistor's blend of combat and voiced atmosphere.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 43.3%, Beautiful 18.7% ★, RPG 8.8%, Indie 5.9%, Action RPG 5.5%

The unique cyberpunk-meets-fantasy world of Shadowrun has gained a huge cult following since its creation nearly 25 years ago. Now, creator Jordan Weisman returns to the world of Shadowrun, modernizing this classic game setting as a single player, turn-based tactical RPG.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 42.3%, Isometric 13.1%, Turn-Based 11.3%, RPG 10.8%, Sci-fi 7.9%

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.5%, RPG 25.2%, Turn-Based 12%, Isometric 7.4%, Atmospheric 5.8%

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 73.6%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Indie 4.2%, RPG 3.3%, Action 1.1%

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

Why similar: Isometric 29.3%, RPG 20.9%, Great Soundtrack 18%, Story Rich 16.2%, Female Protagonist 3.5%

Take on the role of Nora Harwood, member of Everreach’s Security Division, on a mission to secure the colonization process of Eden and investigate mysterious incidents! Everreach: Project Eden is a fast-paced, story-driven action-RPG set on the visually stunning Planet Eden.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.1%, Beautiful 17% ★, Sci-fi 16.8%, RPG 14.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 70.8%, Story Rich 16.6%, Indie 5.4%, RPG 2.6%, Female Protagonist 2%

Traverse a mythic little realm, use a sword to do battle & evoke sworcery to solve mystical musical mysteries.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 58.5%, Beautiful 12.9% ★, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Indie 5.5%, Atmospheric 4.3%

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.3%, Female Protagonist 29.9%, Story Rich 11.6%, Indie 7.6%, Sci-fi 4.3%

UBERMOSH is an arcade game about cutting bullets with a sword, in a gun-filled cyberpunk mosh pit.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.9%, Cyberpunk 30.7%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Isometric 7%, Sci-fi 3.7%

Sayonara Wild Hearts is a dreamy arcade game about riding motorcycles, skateboarding, dance battling, shooting lasers, wielding swords, and breaking hearts at 200 mph.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 50.5%, Beautiful 28.2% ★, Female Protagonist 12%, Story Rich 2.5%, Atmospheric 1.9%

In a silent world where music is outlawed, play as a singer to shatter the strings of fate and sing the melody of freedom in this unforgiving Turn Based Rhythm JRPG.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 33.9%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Isometric 13%, Turn-Based 11.3%, Sci-fi 8.6%

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 61.4%, Story Rich 15.4%, Action RPG 9.4%, RPG 7.6%, Singleplayer 2.3%

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 77.3%, Story Rich 8.2%, Atmospheric 7%, Adventure 1.8%, Indie 1.8%

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.2%, Story Rich 18.4%, RPG 18.3%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Indie 7.2%

Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world.

Why similar: Action RPG 42%, RPG 18.1%, Isometric 9.2%, Hack and Slash 8.5%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%

Take control of Invisible's agents in the field and infiltrate the world's most dangerous corporations. Stealth, precision, and teamwork are essential in high-stakes, high-profit missions, where every move may cost an agent their life.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 34.6%, Isometric 19.4%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Sci-fi 12.8%, Turn-Based 8.8%

Use the power of music to reawaken long forgotten memories in Distortions, a story-driven journey through a world of unparalleled beauty.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 47.2%, RPG 19.7%, Indie 12.6%, Atmospheric 8.7%, Adventure 6.4%

A cyberpunk adventure game from the studio that brought you Gemini Rue and Blackwell! The year is 2087. Genetic engineering is the norm, and an omnipresent AI powers the city. Take control of three citizens of this world as they struggle to understand a deadly conspiracy.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 55.6%, Sci-fi 14.2%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Story Rich 7.7%, Indie 4.4%

Torment: Tides of Numenera is the thematic successor to Planescape: Torment, one of the most critically acclaimed role-playing games of all time. Immerse yourself in a single-player, isometric, story-driven RPG set in Monte Cook’s Numenera universe. What does one life matter? Find your answer.

Why similar: Isometric 29%, RPG 18.8%, Story Rich 13.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Sci-fi 7.5%

You play Adam Jensen, an ex-SWAT specialist who's been handpicked to oversee the defensive needs of one of America's most experimental biotechnology firms. When a black ops team breaks in and kills the very scientists you were hired to protect, everything you thought you knew about your job changes.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 43.6%, Great Soundtrack 26.9%, Sci-fi 10.7%, RPG 7%, Story Rich 6.3%

Axiom of Maria is an action-adventure game featuring Kay as the protagonist trying to get back her family from an AI in Seoul, a ghost town due to population decline.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 35.3%, Great Soundtrack 20.4%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Story Rich 9.3%

CRYMACHINA is an action RPG where mechanical girls strive to survive in a post-apocalyptic world to become “Real Humans''. But what does it mean to be a “Real Human”?

Why similar: Action RPG 28.6%, Female Protagonist 20.8%, Sci-fi 14.3%, RPG 12.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%

Final Fantasy XIII is a fantasy RPG in which a band of brave humans struggle against fate in the utopian sky city of Cocoon and the primeval world of Pulse. Follow stylish heroine Lightning's fast paced battles and high adventure in a mysterious new world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 51.6%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, RPG 7.2%, Story Rich 7.1%, Sci-fi 5.6%

Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 23.9%, Isometric 19.3%, Action RPG 17.8%, Story Rich 9.8%, RPG 8.6%

The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 62.6%, Action RPG 15.9%, RPG 8.3%, Female Protagonist 5.4%, Action 2.8%

Explore a decaying futuristic city in this action adventure experience. Search for items, unlock superpowers, recruit companions, and free every turf from ruthless gangs to unite the people once again.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 61.1%, RPG 15.4%, Indie 10.4%, Action 6.1%, Adventure 4.3%

The Final Cut is the ultimate collector's edition of Dreamfall Chapters, a story-driven 3D adventure about choice and consequence, set in parallel worlds: a cyberpunk vision of the future and a magical fantasy realm.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 37.1%, Female Protagonist 21.3%, Story Rich 14.5%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Atmospheric 6.5%

Enter the mechanical shape-shifting, dimension switching world of the award winning, high octane action-puzzle-platformer Mighty Switch Force! Hyper Drive Edition, and blow crime away.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 66.9%, Female Protagonist 24%, Indie 4.6%, Action 3.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%