Games Like Underworld Ascendant

This critically acclaimed first-person RPG from Arkane Studios takes the player on an amazing journey into the fantasy world of Arx. Arx is wrought with turmoil, brought to the brink of destruction by a violent war.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 32.6%, RPG 31.3%, Dungeon Crawler 10.6%, First-Person 8.8%, Fantasy 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: As the spiritual successor to the original Underworld series, this game offers the most authentic experience in terms of atmosphere and systemic dungeon crawling.

MONOMYTH is an immersive, first-person dungeon-crawling RPG inspired by the genre's late classics. Embark on a journey through a vast and highly interactive game world as you unravel the mysteries hidden beneath the ancient fortress of Lysandria.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 37%, Dungeon Crawler 24.2%, RPG 13.9%, First-Person 7.4%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern love letter to the classic dungeon-crawler immersive sim, focusing on exploration and environmental interaction in a dark fantasy setting.

Discover a new breed of Action-RPG game powered by an enhanced version of the Source™ Engine by Valve. Set in the Might & Magic® universe, players will experience ferocious combat in a dark and immersive fantasy environment. Swords, Stealth, Sorcery. Choose your way to kill.

Why similar: RPG 34.4%, First-Person 13.8%, Immersive Sim 13.7%, Fantasy 12.6%, Action 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game features the gold standard for physics-based first-person combat, allowing you to interact with the environment in ways that mirror the freedom of the seed game.

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 35.5%, Immersive Sim 18.7%, First-Person 13.1%, Action 11.1%, RPG 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at providing a systemic sandbox where stealth, magic, and combat can be combined to overcome obstacles in multiple ways.

In Prey, you awaken aboard Talos I, a space station orbiting the moon in the year 2032. You are the key subject of an experiment meant to alter humanity forever – but things have gone terribly wrong. The space station has been overrun by hostile aliens and you are now being hunted.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 54.1%, RPG 12%, Stealth 10.2%, First-Person 9.5%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi, it is the pinnacle of modern immersive sim design, offering unparalleled freedom in how you navigate and solve problems within a confined, dangerous space.

Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 41.2%, RPG 36.2%, Action 8.8%, Adventure 8.6%, Indie 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a unique, physics-driven combat system that makes every encounter in its dark, sprawling dungeon feel weighty and deliberate.

Trapped in a dark, Victorian city consumed by an ancient curse, you must plan your survival and daring escape using nothing but stealth, an arsenal of eccentric weapons, and your wit in this haunting adventure inspired by the immersive sims and survival horror greats of the late 90s and early 2000s.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 60.9%, Stealth 22.3%, First-Person 9.8%, Action 5.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: A stealth-focused immersive sim that captures the dark, claustrophobic atmosphere of a dungeon-crawling adventure.

You play as Adam Jensen, an experienced covert operative operating in a world that despises his kind: augmented humans. Choose from an arsenal of state-of-the-art weapons and augmentations to build your playstyle, and decide who you'll trust, to unravel a vast worldwide conspiracy.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 33.1%, RPG 23.1%, Stealth 22.9%, Action 8.9%, First-Person 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in immersive sim design, providing deep, systemic gameplay that rewards player choice and creative exploration.

System Shock® 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster is a genre defining experience that established innovative game-play mechanics that are a staple of the FPS and RPG genre today. Survive the wretched corridors of the Von Braun. Your training has prepared you for this.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 56.5%, RPG 17.2%, Action 9.4%, Adventure 8.6%, First-Person 6%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational immersive sim that blends survival horror with deep RPG mechanics and environmental storytelling.

Cast into the Great Well, unwanted by the world above. You delve the dark in search of the Old One, your last salvation. Lunacid is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by Shadow Tower and King’s Field.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 51.9%, RPG 27%, First-Person 15.8%, Indie 4%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that prioritizes exploration, atmosphere, and discovery in a mysterious, interconnected world.

Vaporum is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Stranded in the middle of an ocean, in front of a gigantic tower, the hero has to find out what the place is, what happened there, and most importantly, who he is.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 40.5%, RPG 31%, Fantasy 14.5%, First-Person 14%

Why You'll Like It: A grid-based dungeon crawler that successfully translates the classic feel of the Underworld series into a steampunk setting.

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 37.4%, Immersive Sim 36.3%, First-Person 11%, Fantasy 5.6%, Action 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive stealth immersive sim that heavily influenced the design philosophy behind the Underworld series.

Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.

Why similar: RPG 44.2%, First-Person 19.8%, Action 17.3%, Adventure 15.5%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed first-person action game that encourages environmental interaction and exploration in a dark, decaying world.

A hardcore sci-fi first-person role-playing experience. Explore, talk, fight and/or sneak through The Churchill Tower in 2042! Play an active role in the ongoing narrative. Every choice counts.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 47.7%, RPG 29.9%, Action 8.2%, Adventure 7.9%, Indie 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A highly reactive immersive sim that focuses on choice and consequence within a single, complex location.

In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37.4%, RPG 29.3%, Fantasy 12.5%, First-Person 8.8%, Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based dungeon crawler that offers deep tactical combat and extensive exploration in a classic fantasy setting.

A first-person action adventure, inspired by Arabian Nights, from senior BioShock developers.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.6%, First-Person 18.2%, Action 14.8%, Fantasy 12.7%, Adventure 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person action game that emphasizes the use of traps and environmental hazards to defeat enemies.

Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawling role playing game with a modern execution but an oldschool heart. A group of four prisoners have shipwrecked on the secluded Isle of Nex. The island is filled with ancient crumbled ruins, mysterious shrines and a vast underground network of dungeons.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 43.1%, RPG 30.9%, First-Person 9%, Fantasy 7.4%, Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A refined grid-based dungeon crawler that emphasizes complex puzzle-solving and tactical combat in a sprawling wilderness and dungeon environment.

Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.1%, RPG 26.6%, First-Person 14%, Fantasy 12.1%, Action 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern first-person dungeon crawler that focuses on visceral swordplay and exploration.

Operencia: The Stolen Sun embraces everything you love about classic first-person dungeon-crawlers, enhancing the old-school turn-based RPG experience with modern sensibilities. Guide a team of memorable characters through a world inspired by Central European mythology.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.2%, RPG 28.3%, Fantasy 12.1%, Indie 7.9%, First-Person 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic party-based, grid-based dungeon crawler with high production values and engaging puzzles.

Experience the sequel of the traditional roguelike dungeon-crawling classic. Enjoy unlimited replayability through endless procedurally generated dungeons, countless monsters, grafting, crafting and a vast amount of skill trees. Journey into the ever changing depths of the Caverns of Chaos.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34%, RPG 30.3%, Fantasy 17.9%, Adventure 10.3%, Indie 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, complex roguelike that honors the roots of the genre with extensive character customization and dungeon depth.

StarCrawlers is a modern take on a classic cRPG dungeon crawler set in a gritty spacepunk universe. Build a crew of renegade adventurers on the fringes of space, taking jobs from megacorps to hunt bounties, sabotage rivals and conduct corporate espionage.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 40.8%, RPG 37.2%, First-Person 7.7%, Adventure 7.5%, Indie 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi dungeon crawler featuring turn-based combat and procedural generation that keeps exploration fresh.

Adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! Will you become a hero of legend?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 39.6%, RPG 27.6%, Fantasy 9.8%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that emphasizes cooperative exploration, loot, and action-oriented combat.

Undungeon is a gorgeous Action/RPG driven by intense real-time combat and an immensely rich science fiction story. Travel between dimensions and change the world around you in an attempt to reconstruct the shattered Multiverse.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 43.1%, RPG 26.4%, Adventure 11.2%, Action 9.9%, Indie 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that blends dungeon crawling with a unique, surreal atmosphere and deep character customization.

An immersive power fantasy simulator with tactical stealth elements set in a sewage infused garbage world

Why similar: Immersive Sim 67.1%, Stealth 15.7%, First-Person 10.2%, Action 7%

Why You'll Like It: An unconventional immersive sim that rewards creative, systemic problem-solving and offers a highly reactive, bizarre world.

Delve into the shifting dungeons on your hunt for the Yithidian orb, but getting it might just be the easy part. Delver is a single player first-person action roguelike dungeon crawler, just like you wished they used to make.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.4%, RPG 25.4%, First-Person 11.9%, Action 7.8%, Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person roguelike that captures the retro aesthetic and exploration-heavy gameplay of early dungeon crawlers.

An action-adventure roguelike with a bit of RPG tossed in. Adventure deep into the UnderMine and discover powerful relics, deadly enemies, hidden secrets, and a few friends to help along the way.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 43.8%, RPG 26.5%, Action 8.9%, Adventure 7.9%, Fantasy 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite dungeon crawler that features satisfying exploration, progression, and environmental interaction.

Bloodlust is a dungeon crawling / action RPG experience that will allow players to explore the dark underworld of a forgotten society of Vampires and their disciplines, all while trying to battle for hierarchy among the clans in search of their sire.

Why similar: RPG 46.4%, Dungeon Crawler 30.8%, Action 14.5%, Indie 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A vampire-themed action-RPG dungeon crawler that offers a unique perspective on the genre with its gothic setting.

Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.

Why similar: RPG 42.6%, Action 18%, Adventure 17%, Fantasy 10.4%, Indie 9.1%

Soul Scathe is a procedurally generated VR Dungeon Crawler RPG. Utilize many spells, weapons, and even the environment to fight against deadly foes as you explore the secrets of the Mistchamber Dungeons to reclaim lost fragments of your soul.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 44.1%, RPG 35.9%, Action 15.4%, Indie 3.3%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy dungeon crawler that focuses on action-oriented combat and atmospheric exploration.

Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!

Why similar: RPG 42%, Dungeon Crawler 20.8%, Adventure 12.5%, Action 9.5%, Fantasy 7.7%

Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 44.4%, RPG 31.5%, Fantasy 8.3%, Adventure 5.2%, Indie 4.5%

Explore various dungeons, making use of various weapons and magic! Challenge the most deadly locations, make your name as an adventurer! Clear the corridors of monsters, collecting tools and weapons as you go. Watch out for booby traps!

Why similar: RPG 37%, Dungeon Crawler 26.1%, Action 15%, Indie 8.6%, Fantasy 6.6%

Dungeon Kingdom: Sign of the Moon is a modern real-time dungeon crawling RPG. Immerse yourself in a fantastic adventure in the lands of Pohe Fakesys and investigate the cause of the returning chaos and darkness.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 38.4%, RPG 31.9%, Adventure 8.3%, Indie 6.8%, Fantasy 5.8%

Peripeteia is a first-and-third-person role-playing stealth game taking place in alt-history cyberpunk Poland. Inspired by immersive sims from Ion Storm and Looking Glass Studios, Peripeteia expands on the formula with new ideas and an original setting.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 49%, RPG 18.7%, Stealth 15.5%, Action 7.7%, First-Person 7.2%

Ravensword: Undaunted is a FPS dungeon crawler inspired by Hexen and Heretic, set within the Ravensword Universe.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.8%, RPG 25.8%, Fantasy 13.7%, First-Person 12.2%, Action 10.6%

Action-Oriented Dungeon Crawler RPG

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.1%, RPG 28.4%, First-Person 10.6%, Fantasy 9.4%, Action 9.1%

Shadows: Awakening is a unique, isometric single-player RPG with real-time tactical combat. You embark on an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics.

Why similar: RPG 64%, Action 19.6%, Fantasy 10.6%, Adventure 3.5%, Singleplayer 2.3%

UnderRail is an old-school turn-based isometric role-playing game that features a large open post-apocalyptic world, deep and challenging combat and an intricate storyline.

Why similar: RPG 76.8%, Indie 8.1%, Sandbox 7.9%, Adventure 5%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Doorways: The Underworld is an immersive horror adventure, featuring a complex story and deep atmosphere.

Why similar: Stealth 27.2%, Action 19.5%, First-Person 19.2%, Adventure 19.1%, Indie 11.8%

Explore the subterranean depths in this first-person dungeon crawler with real-time combat, a unique rune magic system, exploration, and puzzle solving. This game will awaken memories of what made old-school dungeons so much fun to play while you fight, hunt for hidden treasures, and avoid deadly traps.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.6%, RPG 24.6%, Fantasy 12.4%, First-Person 9.7%, Adventure 7.4%

A hardcore high fantasy isometric action RPG set in a huge sandbox world ruled by magic and monsters. Master deep skill-based combat, forge powerful builds, explore unforgiving lands and dungeons, face brutal boss fights, uncover ancient secrets, and save Plamen from its inevitable doom!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.8%, RPG 23.5%, Sandbox 22.3%, Fantasy 13.4%, Action 7.2%

Cyclopean: The Great Abyss is a small scale, mechanics driven CRPG/Roguelike in a retro, monochromatic style, that takes place in the underworld of H.P. Lovecraft's Dreamlands.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 46.6%, RPG 36.9%, First-Person 7.7%, Indie 6.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Dive deep into the Abyss.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 48.3%, RPG 37.5%, Fantasy 11%, First-Person 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%

In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 44.4%, RPG 36.9%, Action 15.9%, Singleplayer 2.8%

A dark fantasy RPG dungeon crawler, with challenging real-time tactical combat, a wide variety of spells, and a dark and brooding dungeon full of lethal enemies, sadistic traps, and mind-bending puzzles.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.1%, RPG 28.7%, Action 9.9%, Fantasy 9.8%, Adventure 9.6%

Fall of Light is a story-driven dungeon crawler set within a world consumed by Darkness, where an old warrior takes his daughter to see the last remnants of sunlight. Only together will they be strong enough to defeat the enemies born from the Shadow.

Why similar: RPG 40.8%, Dungeon Crawler 16.5%, Adventure 16.3%, Action 16.3%, Indie 10.1%

Build your dungeon, command demons, set traps, and slay invading adventurers with powerful spells.

Why similar: Indie 71.9%, Singleplayer 28.1%

The Bloodline is a sandbox adventure RPG that lets you play your way. Reforge bonds between kingdoms, explore the wilds, craft and plan adventures and wield mighty weapons or magic as you prepare for what is to come…

Why similar: RPG 29.6%, Sandbox 24.2%, Fantasy 13.5%, First-Person 12.5%, Action 11%

A first-person fight to the death in the depths of space!

Why similar: Immersive Sim 55.5%, RPG 12.4%, Action 12.1%, Adventure 10.5%, First-Person 8%

A murky first-person immersive sim with tightly-wound melee combat and tangled, vertical levels to explore. Use your forked tail to tie your enemies in knots and climb impossible heights. Kill your mark with quickness and cunning, using whatever tools you see fit.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 59.8%, Stealth 20.4%, First-Person 10.7%, Action 9.1%

Hardcore rogue-like dungeon crawler in VR we all have been waiting for! Realistic swordplay like never before, crawling through procedurally generated dungeons filled with foul enemies, loot and hidden secrets! Crafting, leveling & hardcore gameplay. You will die....often. What are you waiting for?

Why similar: RPG 34.5%, Dungeon Crawler 34.1%, First-Person 11.3%, Indie 10.2%, Adventure 9.9%

Trials of Ascension: Exile is a hardcore sandbox fantasy game where you will play as a human mastering your skills, evolve for the hunt as a Raknar, or defy all odds to grow as a powerful dragon!

Why similar: RPG 48%, Action 19.3%, Adventure 18.3%, Sandbox 7.8%, Fantasy 4.6%

Crypt of the Serpent King is a medieval first-person hack'n'slash dungeon crawler with roguelike elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fighting underworld creatures along the way, all while avoiding traps and collecting loot!

Why similar: RPG 42%, Dungeon Crawler 29.4%, Action 15.6%, Indie 11.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Submarine’s haunted! Hunt and be hunted in this horror dungeon crawler inspired by the decay of the Soviet Union (and immersive RPGs from the 90s).

Why similar: Immersive Sim 35.3%, Dungeon Crawler 21.8%, RPG 18.2%, Action 8%, Adventure 7.8%

Gloomgrave is a roguelike dungeon crawler with a retro pixel aesthetic. Upgrade your Gloomcrawler with unique perks and experiment with different builds as you try to survive each depth in search of the ultimate ancient relic.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.3%, RPG 24.8%, First-Person 11.3%, Fantasy 7.6%, Adventure 7.5%

Inherit the role of a mythical thief and pull off the heist of the century in Abermore, a first-person RPG where stealth is your key to fame and fortune. You have 18 days to ransack houses, sell stolen loot, acquire new gear and form alliances to prepare for the ultimate heist.

Why similar: Immersive Sim 46.7%, Stealth 19.5%, First-Person 10.4%, Action 8.7%, Adventure 7.9%

The open-world action-RPG, where you can do anything, of your dreams… as if it came out 30 years ago!

Why similar: Immersive Sim 41.7%, Dungeon Crawler 26%, Sandbox 18%, First-Person 8.3%, Action 6%

Dawn of the Ashen Queen is a classic grid-based dungeon crawler. Set out with your party to reveal the legacy of a millennia old curse in a narrative-rich experience. Explore the colorful world of Eshavon, unearth its many secrets and fight dangerous foes sent out to stop you in your mission.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 43.8%, RPG 31.4%, Fantasy 12.8%, First-Person 12%