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Games Like Twelves:Shadow

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Souls-like, RPG, Singleplayer.

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"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

Reviews: Mostly Negative — 35% — of 161 reviews
Released: 2025-07-17
Developer: JuLu Studio
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Twelves:Shadow stands out as a hardcore boss-rush experience that masterfully blends Eastern dark mythology with precise, high-stakes combat. These recommendations focus on titles that emphasize challenging boss encounters, deep martial arts or mythological combat systems, and immersive Chinese-inspired fantasy worlds.

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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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

    Why similar: RPG 55.6%, Action 25.8%, Combat 13.9%, Indie 4.7%

  51. #51 The Legend of Tianding
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 4,253 reviews2021
    Dev: Creative Games Computer Graphics CorporationPub: Neon Doctrine
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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 47.8%, RPG 31.1%, Action 11.7%, Combat 8.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  52. #52 Xuan-Yuan Sword VII
    70% 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: Martial Arts 39.5%, RPG 23.8%, Action RPG 20.8%, Action 8.4%, Third Person 6.3%

  53. #53 Wanted Shadows
    69% matchMostly Positive74% of 54 reviews2023
    Dev: RadhoodPub: Conradical Games
    Windows

    Decimate thousands of demons on All Hallows' Eve to protect your infernal home. Wanted Shadows is a bullet heaven roguelite where the difference between overpowering and being overpowered lies in your skill and wit.

    Why similar: Action RPG 37.5%, RPG 31.2%, Action 17.7%, Dark 13.6%

  54. #54 The Moon Hell
    69% matchMostly Positive77% of 172 reviews2023
    Dev: A.M. Team
    Windows

    Welcome to a world of darkness, where every step can be your last. Explore a stunning world filled with fear and horror, solve puzzles, and endure combat trials to become a hero and protect your world from darkness. Become a warrior ready to fight anything that stands in your way in this action RPG.

    Why similar: Action RPG 34.5%, RPG 27.9%, Third Person 15.1%, Dark 12.6%, 3D 7.9%

  55. #55 Eternal Step
    71% matchMixed64% of 75 reviews2015
    Dev: Once More With GustoPub: Green Man Gaming Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Eternal Step is a deviously difficult, rogue-like action adventure game.

    Why similar: RPG 50%, Action RPG 22.8%, Action 19.7%, Indie 6.5%, Singleplayer 1%

  56. #56 The Last Soldier of the Ming Dynasty
    67% matchMostly Positive80% of 509 reviews2023
    Dev: Circuit_ArtPub: 2P Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    The Japanese pirates have terrorized the Ming Dynasty for generations. You've devoted your life as a soldier to fighting them.And now you are in their turf, alone with your sword; the last soldier in pirate's land in this 3D-action game inspired by traditional Chinese ink painting landscapes.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 36.7%, Action RPG 23.7%, RPG 16.7%, Action 11.5%, 3D 4.9%

  57. #57 Cultivation Story: Reincarnation
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 2,013 reviews2023
    Dev: Chi Entertainment Corp.
    Windows
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Cultivation Story: Reincarnation is a top-down pixel art style action roguelike based on cultivation and Chinese mythology.

    Why similar: RPG 37.9%, Mythology 25.1%, Martial Arts 15.9%, Action 15.5%, Combat 3.2%

  58. #58 Shattered Realm Rebirth
    65% matchVery Positive95% of 81 reviews2026
    Dev: kingnagame
    Windows

    Multi-world rogue-lite endless challenge. The surface world hides dangers, the inner world overflows with treasure. Transcend worlds and master time through soul transference. Fight your way out and escape this reality. Strategic builds reduce reliance on pure stats.

    Why similar: Action RPG 28.9%, Martial Arts 26.5%, RPG 21%, Action 18.3%, Combat 4.5%

  59. #59 Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition
    68% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,358 reviews2021
    Dev: TipsWorksPub: Giant Global
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition is a challenging action role playing game set in a world of dark fantasy. Step into the shoes of Couriers, as they discover the tale behind the mysterious Dark Mist.

    Why similar: Action RPG 38.6%, RPG 31.6%, Action 16.2%, Third Person 6.5%, 3D 5%

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