Games Like Warhammer: Vermintide 2

Vermintide is an epic co-operative action combat adventure set in the End Times of the iconic Warhammer Fantasy world.

Why similar: Games Workshop 35.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Dwarf 9.7% ★, Co-op 9.7%, Online Co-Op 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It is the direct predecessor to Vermintide 2, with the same first-person co-op horde formula, similar heroes, and the same grim Warhammer Fantasy tone.

Take back the city of Tertium from hordes of bloodthirsty foes in this intense and brutal action shooter. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is the new co-op focused experience from the award-winning team behind the Vermintide series. As Tertium falls, Rejects Will Rise.

Why similar: Co-op 21.1%, Dark Fantasy 20.5%, Hack and Slash 17.9%, PvE 11.7%, FPS 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Darktide is essentially Vermintide's structure translated into 40K, with class synergy, specials mixed into hordes, and brutal close-quarters combat.

Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring dwarven space miners, procedurally-generated destructible environments, and endless hordes of alien monsters. Explore cave systems, mine for minerals, and work together to survive!

Why similar: Dwarf 73.1% ★, Co-op 11.2%, PvE 5.3%, FPS 3.7%, First-Person 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its class-based 4-player PvE, swarming enemies, clutch revives, and strong team roles scratch a very similar co-op survival itch.

In KILLING FLOOR 2, players descend into continental Europe after it has been overrun by horrific, murderous clones called Zeds that were created by rogue elements of the Horzine Corporation. 6-player Co-Op & 12-player VS Zed-slaughtering mayhem.

Why similar: Co-op 18.4%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Online Co-Op 15.4%, Gore 15.3%, Multiplayer 9%

Why You'll Like It: While more gun-focused, it delivers the same satisfying wave-clearing, elite-target prioritization, gore, and squad coordination.

Space Hulk: Deathwing - Enhanced Edition is a First-Person Shooter based on Games Workshop’s cult classic board game set in Warhammer 40,000 universe. Expanding upon the original game, and featuring a host of new content, new features and a richer multiplayer mode.

Why similar: Games Workshop 30.7% ★, Co-op 22.9%, Online Co-Op 13%, FPS 8.9%, Multiplayer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is another Warhammer first-person co-op experience built around heavy atmosphere, brutal close-range combat, and fighting through overwhelming enemy packs.

Back 4 Blood is a thrilling cooperative first-person shooter from the creators of the critically acclaimed Left 4 Dead franchise. Experience the intense 4 player co-op narrative campaign, competitive multiplayer as human or Ridden, and frenetic gameplay that keeps you in the action.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 23.5%, Co-op 21%, Gore 15.1%, Multiplayer 12.9%, FPS 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: It follows the Left 4 Dead-style co-op run format with specials, hordes, buildcraft, and teamwork under constant pressure.

Embody the superhuman skill and brutality of a Space Marine. Unleash deadly abilities and devastating weaponry to obliterate the relentless Tyranid swarms. Defend the Imperium in spectacular third-person action in solo or multiplayer modes.

Why similar: Co-op 43.1%, PvE 22.1%, Multiplayer 19.8%, Fantasy 8.5%, Action 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same Warhammer power fantasy of carving through dense enemy masses, just from a third-person perspective.

Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 is a co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.

Why similar: Co-op 35.8%, Online Co-Op 17.4%, Multiplayer 14.2%, FPS 13.5%, Gore 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Vermintide 2 owes a lot to Left 4 Dead's director-driven co-op pacing, elite disablers, and teamwork-focused run structure.

Aliens: Fireteam Elite is a cooperative third-person survival game set in the iconic Alien Universe. Battle through hordes of different types of Xenomorph, customize your character and gear, and level-up as you try to contain this ever-growing threat.

Why similar: Co-op 39.9%, Online Co-Op 25%, PvE 9.8%, Multiplayer 9.1%, RPG 6%

Why You'll Like It: Its 3-player horde missions, class loadouts, choke-point defense, and constant special-enemy pressure feel very close to Vermintide's PvE loop.

World War Z is a heart-pounding coop third-person shooter for up to 4 players featuring massive swarms of hundreds of zombies, focused on fast-paced, gruesomely spectacular action.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 24.8%, Co-op 24.3%, Multiplayer 16.2%, Gore 9.4%, PvE 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Few games match Vermintide's sense of being overrun by huge enemy swarms while relying on positioning and team play to survive.

Shadow Warrior 2 is the stunning evolution of Flying Wild Hog’s offbeat first-person shooter starring the brash warrior Lo Wang, who must again wield a devastating combination of guns, blades, magic and wit to strike down the demonic legions overwhelming the world.

Why similar: Co-op 25.6%, Gore 22.7%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, FPS 11.3%, Multiplayer 11%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast first-person combat blends swords, guns, co-op play, and over-the-top gore in a way that overlaps nicely with Vermintide's pace.

GTFO is a hardcore cooperative horror shooter that throws you from gripping suspense to explosive action in a heartbeat. Stealth, strategy, and teamwork are necessary to survive in your deadly, underground prison. Work together or die together.

Why similar: Co-op 25.6%, Online Co-Op 23.2%, Multiplayer 11.6%, Gore 11.4%, FPS 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is a much harsher take on co-op PvE, but its dependence on communication, special-enemy management, and tense group survival is very similar.

A deadly virus is spreading across Los Angeles, turning its inhabitants into zombies. Bitten, infected, but more than just immune, uncover the truth behind the outbreak and discover who - or what - you are. Survive, evolve and become the ultimate Zombie Slayer.

Why similar: Co-op 30.5%, Gore 18.7%, Hack and Slash 11.2%, PvE 9%, Action RPG 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers first-person co-op with chunky melee weapons, dismemberment, character abilities, and a similarly tactile combat feel.

First-person action survival game set in a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by flesh-hungry zombies. Roam a city devastated by a mysterious virus epidemic. Scavenge for supplies, craft weapons, and face hordes of the infected.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 20%, Gore 16.6%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, PvE 11.2%, Multiplayer 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its first-person melee, co-op play, mobility, and gore-heavy close combat make it one of the better non-horde alternatives for Vermintide fans.

In a world ravaged by war and dominated by magic, you must rise up to face the Chaos hordes. Playing solo or with up to four players in local or online co-op, choose a hero from four character classes and prepare for epic battles wielding some of the most powerful artefacts of the Old World.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18%, Co-op 16.2%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, PvE 13.3%, Online Co-Op 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: If you mainly want more Warhammer fantasy co-op monster slaughter and loot-driven builds, this is one of the closest thematic fits.

The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence. Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 28.3%, Co-op 24.2%, PvE 17.6%, Multiplayer 14%, Gore 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: Even with a different perspective, its chaotic squad PvE, friendly-fire tension, and constant pressure from overwhelming enemies hit a similar teamwork high.

Embark on an exotic journey into danger in this rip-roaring 1930s third person adventure for 1-4 players! Encounter pulse-pounding action, treacherous traps and tales of derring-do!

Why similar: Co-op 40.4%, Online Co-Op 25.8%, Multiplayer 15.8%, PvE 11.1%, Action 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is another mission-based co-op game built around enemy waves, specials, and arcade-style teamwork in a pulpy supernatural setting.

MORDHAU is a multiplayer medieval slasher. Create your mercenary and fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast paced combat, castle sieges, cavalry charges, and more.

Why similar: Gore 19.4%, Online Co-Op 19%, Multiplayer 17.3%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, First-Person 13.2%

Why You'll Like It: It is another strong pick for players who specifically want first-person melee depth, gore, and brutal close-range combat.

REMNANT II® pits survivors of humanity against new deadly creatures and god-like bosses across terrifying worlds. Play solo or co-op with two other friends to explore the depths of the unknown to stop an evil from destroying reality itself.

Why similar: Co-op 35.8%, Online Co-Op 20.2%, Multiplayer 11.5%, PvE 10.6%, RPG 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same satisfying rhythm of coordinated co-op combat, dangerous elites, build variety, and high-pressure encounters.

The world has been thrown into chaos by an ancient evil from another dimension. As one of the last remnants of humanity, you must set out alone or alongside up to two other survivors to face down hordes of deadly enemies to try to carve a foothold, rebuild, and retake what was lost.

Why similar: Co-op 36.9%, Online Co-Op 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Multiplayer 12.9%, RPG 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This earlier Remnant offers the same co-op progression and punishing encounter design that reward tight team play and smart builds.

Fallen heroes of old folk tales and legends: you are on the verge of a crucial battle against the Nightmare invading and corrupting your world. A roguelike action game from the creators of Curse of the Dead Gods©, playable solo or in online co-op.

Why similar: Co-op 29.8%, Online Co-Op 17.3%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Multiplayer 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy co-op action game captures some of the same grim tone, hero-based teamwork, and relentless combat intensity.

Hitler’s hordes are back for more in this spine-chilling shooter from the makers of Sniper Elite 4! Abominable occult enemies, epic weapons and a harrowing new campaign for 1-4 players await in 1940s Europe, as you fight to save humankind from undead Armageddon!

Why similar: Co-op 37%, Gore 22.7%, Multiplayer 18.6%, PvE 10.8%, Action 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Like Vermintide 2, it thrives on co-op crowd control, elite enemy interruptions, and pushing through enemy-packed missions together.

Chivalry 2 is a multiplayer first person slasher inspired by epic medieval movie battles. Players are thrust into the action of every iconic moment of the era - from clashing swords, to storms of flaming arrows, to sprawling castle sieges and more.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.3%, Gore 24.4%, Multiplayer 15.2%, First-Person 9%, FPS 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Although PvP-focused, its weighty first-person melee combat and chaotic battlefield carnage appeal to players who love Vermintide's weapon feel.

An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 26.5%, Multiplayer 23.6%, PvE 18.1%, First-Person 11.7%, Fantasy 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its first-person dungeon-crawling, melee-heavy combat, and oppressive fantasy atmosphere overlap with Vermintide even if the extraction format changes the pacing.

Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.

Why similar: Co-op 32.7%, Roguelite 18.3%, Online Co-Op 14.8%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Hack and Slash 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: From a top-down view it still offers satisfying co-op dungeon runs, class roles, and nonstop enemy-clearing progression for party-focused action fans.

Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing.

Why similar: Co-op 39.4%, Multiplayer 21%, Online Co-Op 18.4%, Roguelite 16.2%, Action 4%

Why You'll Like It: Its co-op runs, escalating enemy density, and build-driven power growth make it a strong horde-action alternative despite the different structure.

No More Room in Hell 2 is a terrifying 8 player co-op action horror experience. Find your friends in the dark and survive - in a dynamic, endlessly replayable zombie apocalypse.

Why similar: Co-op 27.7%, Online Co-Op 23.5%, Multiplayer 14.5%, FPS 10.3%, First-Person 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its first-person co-op survival, heavy dependence on team cohesion, and punishing enemy pressure make it a good fit for Vermintide players wanting more tension.

Stand and fight for humanity. This arcade shooter takes place in the year 2022, as the Earth Defense Force fends off an all-out attack by unknown life forms. Become an EDF soldier, battle against endless hordes of immense enemies, and restore peace to the earth.

Why similar: Co-op 33.4%, Online Co-Op 32%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Action 8.3%, Hack and Slash 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is a louder, sillier take on co-op PvE, but the joy of mowing down absurd enemy numbers with friends is very familiar.

Welcome to the zombie apocalypse experience of a lifetime – and now more beautiful than ever. Caught in the midst of an epic zombie outbreak on the tropical island of Banoi, your only thought is: Survive!

Why similar: Co-op 33.1%, Gore 17.4%, Multiplayer 15.6%, Online Co-Op 13.3%, FPS 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers co-op first-person melee, RPG progression, and crunchy zombie dismemberment that echo Vermintide's tactile combat appeal.

Strategy gaming perfected. A breath-taking campaign of exploration, expansion and conquest across a fantasy world. Turn-based civilisation management and real-time epic strategy battles with thousands of troops and monsters at your command.

Why similar: Games Workshop 56.2% ★, Dwarf 10.7% ★, Dark Fantasy 8.8%, Fantasy 8.4%, Co-op 7.5%

Addictive turn-based empire-building with colossal, real-time battles, all set in a world of legendary heroes, giant monsters, flying creatures and storms of magical power.

Why similar: Games Workshop 53.6% ★, Dwarf 15.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Fantasy 6.5%, Co-op 5.3%

The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them?

Why similar: Games Workshop 39.6% ★, Dwarf 24% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Co-op 7%, Fantasy 5.1%

Enter the Chaos-infested Caligari Sector and purge the unclean with the most powerful agents of the Imperium of Man! W40k: Inquisitor – Martyr is a grim Action-RPG featuring multiple classes of the Inquisition who will carry out the Emperor’s will.

Why similar: Games Workshop 46.8% ★, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Co-op 10.8%, Action RPG 8.7%, Online Co-Op 7.3%

In Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine you are Captain Titus, a Space Marine of the Ultramarines chapter and a seasoned veteran of countless battles.

Why similar: Games Workshop 42.3% ★, Gore 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Co-op 10.3%, Multiplayer 9.2%

Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30.9%, Co-op 28.1%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Fantasy 10.3%, RPG 6.6%

Fight alone or with friends in For Honor, a third-person hero-based melee fighting game. Enter the chaos of war as a Knight, a Viking, a Samurai, a Wu Lin, or an Outlander. Fight in brutal PvP and team-oriented modes, or play the thrilling story campaign.

Why similar: Co-op 21.5%, Gore 17.5%, Multiplayer 16.8%, Online Co-Op 15.6%, Hack and Slash 14.5%

Foul Tyranids rampaging on barren worlds; the mysterious Aeldari waging war on the Imperium; a prophecy that could change the fate of an entire Sector. Purge the unclean with the new Tech-Adept Inquisitor and carry out the Emperor’s will in the grim Action-RPG “WH40k: Inquisitor - Prophecy”.

Why similar: Games Workshop 60.1% ★, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Online Co-Op 10.2%, Action RPG 6.3%, Multiplayer 6.1%

Besiege castles and raid villages in Chivalry: Medieval Warfare, a fast-paced medieval first person slasher with a focus on multiplayer battles

Why similar: Gore 30.9%, Multiplayer 23.2%, First-Person 13.5%, Hack and Slash 10.9%, Co-op 10.3%

Gunfire Reborn is a level-based adventure game featuring FPS, Roguelite and RPG. Players can control heroes with various abilities to experience diverse Build gameplay, use various weapons to explore procedurally-generated levels. You can play the game alone, or join 4-player coop.

Why similar: Co-op 27.5%, Online Co-Op 23.6%, Roguelite 15.4%, FPS 13.1%, Multiplayer 11.8%

Slice, burn, toss, zap, grind and gib massive hordes of repugnant orcs in this long-awaited successor to the award-winning Orcs Must Die! series.

Why similar: Co-op 42.4%, Online Co-Op 16.5%, PvE 15.4%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Fantasy 6.6%

A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.

Why similar: Co-op 33.4%, Online Co-Op 21.7%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, RPG 8.7%, Multiplayer 7.7%

Load up your Boltgun and unleash the awesome Space Marine arsenal to blast your way through an explosion of sprites, pixels and blood in a perfect blend of Warhammer 40,000, frenetic gameplay and the stylish visuals of 90’s retro shooters.

Why similar: Games Workshop 32.6% ★, FPS 24.9%, Gore 20.2%, First-Person 11.4%, Fantasy 5.6%

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: Dark Fantasy 19.1%, Gore 19%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Fantasy 12.3%, Action RPG 8.9%

Blood Bowl 2 smashes Warhammer and American football together, in an explosive cocktail of turn-based strategy, humour and brutality, adapted from Games Workshop’s famous boardgame.

Why similar: Games Workshop 55.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 15%, Gore 10.3%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Fantasy 5.8%

Endless fantasy action and adventure await you and your friends in Dungeons of Eternity. Hack-n-slash takes on a new meaning in VR: swing swords, throw axes, use bows, wield magic staffs, and more to make it out alive. Become the most powerful adventurer in this blockbuster VR experience!

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.5%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Action RPG 12.7%, Online Co-Op 11.4%, PvE 9.6%

Gather your heroes and journey beyond the dungeons of Castle Hammerwatch to explore a pixelated world like never before. Aid King Roland’s resistance while helping villagers along the way. Battle beasts, finish off hordes of the undead, and face the forces of evil.

Why similar: Co-op 22.4%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Online Co-Op 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Action RPG 11%

You’ve tossed, burned and sliced them by the thousands – now orcs must die more than ever before! Grab a friend and slay orcs in untold numbers in this sequel to the 2011 AIAS Strategy Game of the Year from Robot Entertainment.

Why similar: Co-op 46.9%, Online Co-Op 23.2%, Multiplayer 10.8%, Fantasy 7.7%, RPG 5.3%

Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.

Why similar: Action RPG 42.9%, Dark Fantasy 21.3%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Co-op 7.9%, RPG 3.7%

Hunters Inc. is a 1-4 player co-op melee FPS featuring rampaging Orc hunters, gigantic monsters to slay and procedurally generated environments teeming with deadly flora and fauna.

Why similar: Co-op 23.3%, Online Co-Op 18.4%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, PvE 12.6%, FPS 9.3%

Choose between seven hero classes, each with unique capabilities. Brave hordes of deadly creatures alone, or band together with your noblest of champions in co-op mode available both online and locally. Take on the challenges in three different campaigns, or build your own custom scenario.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25%, Co-op 21.3%, Action RPG 14.2%, Online Co-Op 13.4%, RPG 10.9%

GUARDS! is an online co-op fantasy FPS that puts you in the underfunded and over-zealous steel boots of the City Watch. Kick down doors, bust criminals and cause excessive property damage as you fight to restore law and order to the corrupt city of New Alestead.

Why similar: Co-op 23.2%, Online Co-Op 19.4%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, PvE 12.4%, First-Person 8.5%

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: Hack and Slash 19.2%, Co-op 18%, Online Co-Op 17.9%, Multiplayer 13.9%, Roguelite 9.3%

The classic Gauntlet 4-player co-op action gameplay returns in a completely new experience! Battle the endless hordes of foes as you and your friends fight for treasure and glory via both local and online co-op multiplayer. Invade the Darkness!

Why similar: Co-op 37.7%, Hack and Slash 24.2%, Online Co-Op 12.1%, Multiplayer 9.8%, RPG 5.5%

Embark on a wild Singleplayer, Coop, and PvP Roguelite Hack and Slash Adventure! Dive into medieval worlds and battle insane enemies. Master dungeons, smash everything to pieces, grab the loot, extract strategically - or die like a poor pig.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.3%, Co-op 15.7%, Online Co-Op 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, PvE 9.7%

Hunt: Showdown 1896 is a new era of the addictively unforgiving extraction shooter. In corrupted backwaters lost to history, fight back alone – or with friends – against timeless evil. Twisted monsters and other ruthless Hunters stand between you and your Bounty. Risk everything as Hunt consumes you

Why similar: Co-op 24.8%, Online Co-Op 20.3%, Gore 18.3%, Multiplayer 14.8%, FPS 13.4%

The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.2%, Co-op 22.2%, Action RPG 15.3%, Online Co-Op 12.1%, RPG 7.9%