Games Like Where Winds Meet

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 39.2% ★, Action RPG 14.2%, Open World 8.1%, Story Rich 6.8%, Action-Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: This story-heavy Chinese action RPG shares the seed game's historical-fantasy setting, swordplay focus, and solo adventuring vibe.

Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.

Why similar: Souls-like 39.3%, Action RPG 25.7%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Story Rich 7.6%, Atmospheric 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers mythic Chinese action-RPG combat, boss duels, and a journey through a richly atmospheric world that scratches a very similar wuxia-adjacent itch.

A new dark fantasy Three Kingdoms action RPG from Team NINJA, the developers of Nioh.

Why similar: Souls-like 32.7%, Martial Arts 21.5% ★, Action RPG 16.2%, Character Customization 10.2%, Fantasy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its Chinese Three Kingdoms setting, weapon-based martial combat, and parry-heavy soulslike structure make it the closest big-budget match.

Dive into the legends of the Far East in NARAKA: BLADEPOINT; team up with friends in fast-paced melee fights for a Battle Royale experience unlike any other. Find your playstyle with a varied cast of heroes with unique skills. More than 40 million players have already joined the fray, play free now!

Why similar: Martial Arts 48.9% ★, Character Customization 19.1%, Multiplayer 16.8%, Third Person 6.4%, Adventure 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: If the multiplayer martial-arts side of Where Winds Meet appeals to you, Naraka matches it with acrobatic melee duels, mobility, and Chinese-inspired weapon styles.

Following the previous one, “Fate Seeker II” character development, thinking and exploration and other elements. You can experience real-time combat without switching scenes, and feel the delightful martial arts anytime.

Why similar: Martial Arts 51% ★, Action RPG 22.4%, Open World 16.4%, Story Rich 4.2%, Third Person 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its wuxia world, martial-arts progression, and freeform questing make it one of the most direct single-player alternatives.

An action RPG based on Chinese art style, as the 7th lineal sequel of this series, it earns a lot of anicipations. Better gaming experience than any of its previous episode will be brought to all the players.

Why similar: Martial Arts 36.7% ★, Wuxia 19.4% ★, Action RPG 15.2%, Open World 12.7%, Story Rich 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It blends Chinese fantasy, real-time party-based combat, and sweeping exploration for a similarly dramatic martial-arts RPG feel.

Gujian 3 is a mass 3D single-person RPG developed by Aurogon Info & Tech (Shanghai), a subsidiary of Wangyuan Shengtang. As the latest hit of the Gujian series, it boasts more free and smooth combat experience with its full real-time combat system. This generation expands the world of Gujian based on previous works.

Why similar: Martial Arts 31.1% ★, Wuxia 22.9% ★, Action RPG 13.6%, Open World 13.4%, Story Rich 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This polished xianxia action RPG offers elegant sword combat, character progression, and a strong sense of roaming through a Chinese fantasy world.

Wandering Sword is a Chinese martial-arts RPG where you play a young swordsman caught up in a feud and nearly dies. Escaping the event puts you on the path of pursuing the highest form of martial arts and exploring the pugilistic world to become the great hero you are always destined to be.

Why similar: Martial Arts 40.7% ★, Wuxia 35.2% ★, Open World 12.3%, Story Rich 5%, Action RPG 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Though turn-based, it nails the wandering swordsman fantasy with martial-arts manuals, exploration, and classic wuxia storytelling.

The Matchless Kungfu is an open world sandbox RPG game based on a WuXia background. You can play any martial arts role you imagine in this wild world. Travel through the great wilderness, or be the leader of the group. The most important thing is, build your own story and live the experience!

Why similar: Martial Arts 54.2% ★, Open World 27.6%, Character Customization 15.1%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on open-ended kung fu mastery, sect building, and sandbox wandering in a world built around wuxia fantasies.

Throne and Liberty captures the essence of classic MMORPGs while introducing new gameplay elements, depth and excitement at every turn. Gather your guild, prepare for battle, and set forth for throne... and liberty!

Why similar: MMORPG 40.9% ★, Open World 18.6%, Character Customization 11.8%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Fantasy 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This MMO brings large-scale open-world questing, character growth, and modern action combat for players who want the online side of the experience.

Bringing you to an exotic desert where you’ll recruit, train, and guide your troops into battle against rival cities and factions. Embark on an adventure that’s uniquely yours; Customizable characters, professions, and factions. The land is filled with a variety of hidden secrets.

Why similar: Martial Arts 27.5% ★, Open World 25.1%, Action RPG 13.7%, Character Customization 12.8%, Multiplayer 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its open-world desert sandbox, faction play, and Chinese-fantasy flavor echo the seed game's sense of building a name in a dangerous world.

This is a martial arts action role-playing game. The core of the game is battle-oriented, and it combines many fighting elements. If you are a player who pursues blood and is brave enough to challenge the limits, it will definitely inspire your adrenaline and bring you the best combat experience.

Why similar: Martial Arts 36.8% ★, Action RPG 17.6%, Open World 17.4%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Online Co-Op 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: This flashy character-action RPG mixes light soulslike pressure with Chinese-inspired martial arts and customizable combo-driven combat.

Guild Wars 2 is an award-winning online roleplaying game with fast-paced action combat, deep character customization, and no subscription fee required. Choose from an arsenal of professions and weapons, explore a vast open world, compete in PVP modes and more. Join over 16 million players now!

Why similar: MMORPG 46.8% ★, Character Customization 16.9%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Fantasy 7.3%, Online Co-Op 5%

Why You'll Like It: Its huge explorable MMO world, build freedom, and cooperative events make it a strong alternative if you want multiplayer adventure over strict wuxia accuracy.

Embark together on your fantasy adventure! Set hundreds of years in the future on the distant planet of Aida, the shared open-world RPG, anime-infused sci-fi adventure Tower of Fantasy now is officially available on Steam.

Why similar: MMORPG 42% ★, Open World 21%, Action RPG 14.3%, Character Customization 9.4%, Action-Adventure 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It combines open-world exploration, free-to-play structure, and fast action combat for players chasing the seed game's online traversal and progression loop.

Tale of Immortal is an open-world sandbox based on Chinese mythology and cultivation. You will grow to become immortal, conquer the beasts from the Classic of Mountains and Season, make your choices carefully and grasp your own destiny.

Why similar: Action RPG 39.8%, Action-Adventure 23.1%, Story Rich 17.2%, Adventure 9.3%, Singleplayer 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a huge Chinese cultivation sandbox where you learn techniques, roam freely, and carve out your own legend.

Hero's Adventure:Road to Passion is a wuxia open-world RPG. You will commence your journey as an underdog in the tumultuous Martial World and will be met with a wide array of choices as you navigate your own heroic saga.

Why similar: Martial Arts 43.2% ★, Wuxia 32.9% ★, Open World 19.1%, Adventure 2.5%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: This open-ended wuxia RPG lets you build reputation, join sects, and shape your path through a reactive martial-arts world.

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

Why similar: Open World 25.8%, Souls-like 21.3%, Action RPG 10.4%, Story Rich 8.4%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: It pairs cinematic sword combat, open-world exploration, and a wandering warrior fantasy that feels spiritually close even outside China.

A 3D ancient and fantasy RPG console game is created by Beijing Joyfun. Users will have a fabulous adventure and start their own legend in a fictional world based China’s traditional mythology.

Why similar: Wuxia 56.5% ★, Martial Arts 31.9% ★, Fantasy 4.8%, Story Rich 4.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its mythic Chinese setting and real-time combat make it a good fit if you want another story-driven Eastern fantasy action RPG.

Game of the Year - The Game Awards 2019 Best Action Game of 2019 - IGN Carve your own clever path to vengeance in the award winning adventure from developer FromSoftware, creators of Bloodborne and the Dark Souls series. Take Revenge. Restore Your Honor. Kill Ingeniously.

Why similar: Souls-like 60%, Open World 14.9%, Story Rich 5.6%, Third Person 5.1%, Atmospheric 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its precise deflection-heavy sword combat captures the demanding duel-focused side of Where Winds Meet, even in a more linear structure.

Absolver is an online multiplayer combat game where players are placed behind the mask of a Prospect under control of the Guides, the new rulers of the fallen Adal Empire, who will determine your worth in joining their elite corps of Absolvers.

Why similar: Martial Arts 39.9% ★, Open World 13.4%, Multiplayer 9.1%, MMORPG 8.6% ★, Souls-like 7%

Why You'll Like It: Its intimate martial-arts duels, stance experimentation, and PvP focus suit players who care most about mastering combat styles.

THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FANTASY ACTION RPG. Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.3%, Open World 16.9%, Action RPG 11.2%, Multiplayer 7%, Online Co-Op 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is the strongest broader open-world soulslike pick, offering freedom of build and exploration for players who liked the seed game's harder combat edge.

Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.

Why similar: Martial Arts 54.2% ★, Souls-like 28.2%, Third Person 6.1%, Action RPG 3.6%, Action 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: While much more compact, it excels at readable, skill-based kung fu combat and the same satisfaction of growing from novice to master.

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: Souls-like 40.5%, Character Customization 21.3%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Co-op 8.2%, Fantasy 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its stance-based melee systems, loot builds, and aggressive boss fights are excellent if you want a denser action-first martial experience.

Vindictus is an Action RPG that delivers the highest level of combat mechanics and high-quality visuals. Featuring a fully interactive environment, dungeon objects and monsters become part of your arsenal. Experience unique, creative action gameplay that sets a new standard for online RPGs.

Why similar: MMORPG 44.4% ★, Character Customization 16.1%, Action RPG 8.3%, Open World 6.8%, Multiplayer 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This action MMO is more instanced than open-world, but its weighty melee combat and stylish boss encounters line up well with the seed game's action-RPG side.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.

Why similar: Open World 27.6%, Action RPG 21.3%, Character Customization 15%, Fantasy 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its open-world fantasy structure, vocation builds, and emergent adventure give you a similar sense of carving your own path through combat and exploration.

Ready to die? Experience the newest brutal action game from Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo Games. In the age of samurai, a lone traveler lands on the shores of Japan. He must fight his way through the vicious warriors and supernatural Yokai that infest the land in order to find that which he seeks.

Why similar: Souls-like 63.7%, Action RPG 11.1%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Co-op 4.1%, Third Person 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: The first Nioh delivers the same kind of technical melee depth and punishing encounter design, just in a more mission-based format.

Become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma and embark on an epic action adventure story set in a heated historical Japan. Turn the tide of battle with legendary gun and sword combat to change the course of history in search for justice.

Why similar: Martial Arts 29.9% ★, Open World 16.9%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Action RPG 15.1%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This historical action brawler swaps China for Bakumatsu Japan but keeps the swordplay, period atmosphere, and roguish-warrior tone.

Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.

Why similar: Open World 35.4%, Souls-like 26.2%, Story Rich 9.4%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Co-op 5.8%

Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.

Why similar: MMORPG 34.3% ★, Open World 17.8%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Character Customization 8.1%, Fantasy 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is less wuxia in tone, but its enormous online world, class freedom, and quest-driven exploration make it a reasonable MMO substitute.

Step into the role of an aspiring martial-arts master and follow the path of the open palm or the closed fist.

Why similar: Martial Arts 36.8% ★, Action RPG 13.7%, Fantasy 10.1%, Wuxia 9.9% ★, Story Rich 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Although older and more traditional, it remains a great martial-arts RPG centered on style choice, spiritual powers, and heroic path-building.

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: Multiplayer 31.1%, Online Co-Op 16%, Co-op 13%, Third Person 12.4%, Fantasy 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It recreates weapon-style mastery and tense melee mind games, especially if the seed game's martial duels are what grabbed you.

A story-driven action-adventure RPG, bringing the world of Westeros to life with remarkable detail and never-before seen scale.

Why similar: Action RPG 18.5%, Open World 17.6%, Character Customization 15.3%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Online Co-Op 13%

is an open-world anime RPG set in the universe of [The Seven Deadly Sins]. Step into the role of Prince Tristan of Liones and explore an open-world Britannia, as you embark on a journey to restore order to a world thrown into chaos by the collision of time and space.

Why similar: Open World 25.2%, Action RPG 15.7%, Multiplayer 13.6%, Online Co-Op 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8.7%

“Sword of Justice” is sparking a rebellion against outdated RPG builds! This groundbreaking Open World MMO defies tradition with stunning visuals and an immersive, lifelike atmosphere that deeply influences the game world. Step into "The Pulsing Martial World" and experience its breath-taking allure

Why similar: MMORPG 32.8% ★, Open World 17.9%, Action RPG 13.8%, Character Customization 9.9%, Online Co-Op 7.4%

Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set on the continent of Pywel. Join Kliff on his journey to rebuild the Greymane faction and to save the land from a looming threat. From vast wilderness and cities to ruins and the mysterious Abyss, forge your path through battles and discovery.

Why similar: Open World 39.6%, Souls-like 15.2%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Fantasy 9.5%, Adventure 5.9%

Crystal of Atlan is a Magicpunk MMO Action RPG where you can immerse yourself in a Magicpunk world. Build your skills, fight and uncover the secrets of this world with your allies! Time to embark on a wondrous journey of Magic and Machinery!

Why similar: MMORPG 36.6% ★, Action RPG 19.7%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Adventure 7.4%, Character Customization 6.7%

Ink Shadow: Zero​ - A martial-arts-themed RPG where you begin as a nameless novice and explore a world where light and shadow intertwine. From chance encounters to pivotal choices that reshape the balance of power, carve your own legend in the martial arts world

Why similar: Wuxia 34.4% ★, Martial Arts 18.9% ★, MMORPG 17.6% ★, Open World 10.4%, Action RPG 9.6%

Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Why similar: Open World 36.7%, Multiplayer 20%, Character Customization 18.8%, Co-op 13.5%, Fantasy 11%

Bless Unleashed is an open-world online game that can be enjoyed with your friends and countless others. Venture out to engage in intense combat while exploring vast regions and treacherous dungeons.

Why similar: MMORPG 40.3% ★, Open World 21.5%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Action RPG 9.5%, Character Customization 5.6%

NTE is a supernatural urban open-world RPG developed by Hotta Studio. Your story begins in Hethereau as an unlicensed anomaly hunter. Team up with a diverse cast of companions, each with unique abilities, to unravel the city's mysteries.

Why similar: Open World 32.8%, Action RPG 24.1%, Multiplayer 17.4%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Adventure 7%

Relive an iconic tale with Blade & Soul NEO. Fully remastered where players reconnect with the original spirit of the free-to-play, open-world MMORPG. Experience a richer visually enhanced experience set in a world of Wuxia mythology where fast-paced combat collides with the stunning visual beauty.

Why similar: MMORPG 37.2% ★, Open World 19.4%, Multiplayer 10.9%, Action RPG 10.1%, Story Rich 5.8%

Forge your legend in a forgotten realm! Farever is an online multiplayer action RPG set in a vast fantasy open world. Alone or with friends, embark on an epic journey together! Explore wild lands and dangerous dungeons, craft powerful gear, and carve your path through dynamic combat and platforming.

Why similar: Action RPG 21.5%, Open World 19.4%, Online Co-Op 13.5%, Character Customization 12%, Action-Adventure 11.1%

Explore the anime-style open world of the Continent of Orbis, brought to life with Unreal Engine 5! Recruit unique companions, unleash spectacular Status Ailment tag-team action, and embark on an epic journey to save the world from the threat of a Dragon reawakened after 60 years.

Why similar: Open World 29.4%, Action RPG 20%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Online Co-Op 8.5%

A breathtaking open-world adventure awaits! Explore magical realms, restore lost light, and form wordless bonds with players worldwide. Complete quests and solve puzzles in seasonal events that celebrate kindness, discovery, and heartfelt connection.

Why similar: Open World 25%, Character Customization 20.3%, Multiplayer 15.7%, Online Co-Op 14.2%, Fantasy 10.6%

The fate of Ember Technology is in your hands. With abounding hero build possibilities, dive into an epic journey with endless loot, adrenaline-pumping fights & new seasonal contents.

Why similar: Action RPG 32.5%, Multiplayer 17.7%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Character Customization 10.9%, Fantasy 6.9%

"The Wind Road" is an ARPG real-time combat game, constructing a martial-arts world based on the ancient Silk Road under the background of a fictional era.

Why similar: Wuxia 54.2% ★, Martial Arts 23.3% ★, Souls-like 10.5%, Adventure 5.1%, Open World 3.2%

Played by over 20 million Adventurers - Black Desert Online is an open-world, action MMORPG. Experience intense, action-packed combat, battle massive world bosses, fight alongside friends to siege and conquer castles, and train in professions such as fishing, trading, crafting, cooking, and more!

Why similar: MMORPG 48.1% ★, Action RPG 26.5%, Open World 8.3%, Character Customization 7.2%, Action-Adventure 5.4%

Embark on a PvE survival adventure in the Age of Piracy. Fight on land and sea, solo or with friends. Build, craft and explore vast open world filled with dark secrets. Master soulslite combat and take on challenging bosses, command your ship and plunder unspoken treasures!

Why similar: Open World 35.9%, Online Co-Op 32.1%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Third Person 7.1%, Adventure 6.5%

A Thrilling Hybrid Action RPG, featuring a Dual NarrativeAll Characters & Weapons Free to Unlock—— New Version [Silver Torrent, Rising Star] Now Available Limited-Time Giveaway: Up to free 60 Skin Pulls + Self-Pick Character & Weapon!

Why similar: Action RPG 33.3%, Online Co-Op 11.3%, Open World 11.2%, Fantasy 10.5%, Story Rich 10.2%

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora™ is a third and first-person action-adventure game set in the Western Frontier. Reconnect with your lost heritage and discover what it means to be Na'vi.

Why similar: Open World 29.4%, Multiplayer 15.4%, Online Co-Op 13.3%, Character Customization 12.9%, Adventure 6%

Once Human is a Strange Worlds Survival Game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.

Why similar: Open World 35.5%, Multiplayer 22%, Online Co-Op 18.1%, Co-op 13.5%, Adventure 6.8%

The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next. This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.

Why similar: Open World 16%, Character Customization 14.7%, Action RPG 14.2%, Multiplayer 12.6%, Online Co-Op 10.8%

The story opens with a family massacre, telling the chaotic Wuxia world under the darkness, you will play a warrior, out of the family door, set foot on the heroic river lake road of chivalrousness, to save the Central plains of the wind and rain.

Why similar: Wuxia 43.7% ★, Martial Arts 16.8% ★, Action RPG 14.7%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Fantasy 5.1%

An Eastern fantasy cel-shaded MMORPG inspired by ancient mythology, set in the open Xuanzhong world. Explore a massive hand-painted map, capture & breed beasts, build your home, trade freely, join guild battles—embark on an immersive Xianxia adventure!

Why similar: MMORPG 34.9% ★, Action RPG 19.1%, Open World 15.9%, Online Co-Op 8.8%, Story Rich 6.6%

Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.

Why similar: MMORPG 37.2% ★, Multiplayer 27%, Online Co-Op 17.3%, Co-op 10.5%, Atmospheric 7.9%

A Souls-inspired action RPG set in a sandbox open world with an MMO feel and challenging directional combat. Play solo or with up to 3 friends in co-op. Build friendships, master an unrestricted class system, and uncover the cause that darkened all eyes.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Open World 15.2%, Action RPG 13.4%, Character Customization 12.7%, Online Co-Op 8.7%