Games Like Where Winds Meet

“Sword of Justice” is sparking a rebellion against outdated RPG builds!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 31.5% ★, Open World 16.9%, Action RPG 14%, Character Customization 10.4%, Online Co-Op 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers the closest Steam alternative: a Chinese open-world martial-arts RPG with reputation-building, social play, and free-roaming wuxia progression.

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% ★, Action RPG 14%, Open World 7.4%, Story Rich 6.9%, Action-Adventure 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This single-player Chinese action RPG delivers mythic sword combat, exploration, and a historical-fantasy atmosphere very close to the seed's tone.

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 38.1% ★, Wuxia 17.9% ★, Action RPG 15.2%, Open World 12.1%, Story Rich 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It blends real-time combat, Chinese mythology, and scenic exploration into a story-heavy action RPG that scratches a very similar wuxia-adventure itch.

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 49.2% ★, Character Customization 19.3%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Third Person 6.5%, Adventure 4%

Why You'll Like It: For the multiplayer side, Naraka offers acrobatic martial-arts combat, blades, grappling mobility, and a distinctly wuxia-inspired feel.

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 33.2%, Souls-like 27.2%, Story Rich 9.6%, Multiplayer 8.4%, Co-op 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It matches the free-to-play open-world action-RPG structure, mobility, and stylish real-time combat, even if its aesthetic is more sci-fi anime than wuxia.

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 31.6% ★, Wuxia 22.7% ★, Action RPG 13.5%, Open World 12.4%, Story Rich 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its Chinese fantasy world, fluid melee combat, and character-driven journey make it one of the strongest single-player companions to Where Winds Meet.

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 38.9%, Action RPG 25.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Story Rich 7.9%, Atmospheric 5%

Why You'll Like It: It trades open-world freedom for a tighter structure, but its Chinese setting, atmospheric action, and challenging boss fights feel like a natural next step.

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

Why similar: Souls-like 32%, Martial Arts 21.9% ★, Action RPG 15.8%, Character Customization 10.4%, Fantasy 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: If the seed's souls-like edge is what grabs you, Wo Long channels it into fast Chinese martial combat with mythic Three Kingdoms flair.

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 24%, Souls-like 21.5%, Action RPG 10.4%, Story Rich 8.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its windswept open world, cinematic sword duels, and lone-warrior atmosphere mirror the seed's roaming martial hero fantasy despite the Japanese setting.

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."

Why similar: Open World 22.8%, Action RPG 22.3%, Souls-like 21.4%, Character Customization 11.2%, Online Co-Op 6%

Why You'll Like It: This open-world samurai action RPG similarly emphasizes free exploration, melee styles, and shaping your path through a turbulent historical era.

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 46.6% ★, Action RPG 27.2%, Open World 7.9%, Character Customization 7.6%, Action-Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its vast world, deep character creation, action combat, and mix of solo adventuring with online systems make it a strong mechanical match.

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 41.9% ★, Wuxia 34.7% ★, Open World 11.4%, Story Rich 5.2%, Action RPG 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Although turn-based and HD-2D rather than fully action-driven, it nails the classic wuxia journey of learning techniques, traveling jianghu, and shaping relationships.

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%, Action-Adventure 23.4%, Story Rich 17.6%, Adventure 9.6%, Singleplayer 6%

Why You'll Like It: This open-ended Chinese cultivation RPG captures the same sense of carving out your own legend in a mythic world, just through a more systemic sandbox lens.

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: Open World 31.7%, Martial Arts 22.7% ★, Character Customization 14.2%, Action RPG 12.3%, Multiplayer 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This Chinese desert sandbox gives you open exploration, faction reputation, martial-fantasy flavor, and the freedom to become hero, warlord, or menace.

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 39.4% ★, Open World 17.7%, Character Customization 12.8%, Multiplayer 6.9%, Fantasy 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its large seamless world, action-forward combat, and online exploration make it a decent fit if the seed's multiplayer-open-world side matters most.

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 44.1% ★, Character Customization 17.7%, Fantasy 7.8%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Online Co-Op 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: If you mainly want a huge fantasy world to roam with fluid combat and optional multiplayer, Guild Wars 2 is one of the better MMO substitutes.

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 55.4% ★, Open World 25.9%, Character Customization 15.6%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This sandbox leans hard into building your own martial arts master in an open wuxia world with social systems and emergent storytelling.

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 44.6% ★, Wuxia 32.8% ★, Open World 17.7%, Adventure 2.7%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a dense wuxia sandbox full of sects, martial manuals, moral choices, and faction politics that echo the seed's identity-and-reputation focus.

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 40.7% ★, Open World 12.4%, Multiplayer 9.1%, MMORPG 8.2% ★, Character Customization 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Customizable movesets and online martial-arts duels give it a similar 'build your fighter' appeal in a more focused PvP/PvE format.

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 37.6% ★, Action RPG 17.5%, Open World 16.2%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Online Co-Op 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its flashy Chinese melee combat, character progression, and mythic martial-arts presentation make it a good lower-budget but on-theme action pick.

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 40.8% ★, Open World 20.1%, Action RPG 14.8%, Character Customization 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This free-to-play open-world action RPG keeps the shared-world exploration and fast combat, though its anime sci-fi identity is much less wuxia.

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 59.8%, Open World 14.1%, Story Rich 5.8%, Third Person 5.4%, Atmospheric 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: For players most interested in the seed's demanding swordplay, Sekiro offers elite posture-based duels and a strong mythic East Asian atmosphere.

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 39.7%, Character Customization 21.5%, Multiplayer 10%, Co-op 8.1%, Fantasy 7%

Why You'll Like It: Its deep stance-based combat, character creation, and challenging action-RPG loop appeal to the same players who want mastery-driven melee systems.

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 55.8% ★, Souls-like 29.4%, Third Person 6.6%, Action 2.9%, Action-Adventure 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its disciplined martial-arts combat and mastery curve fit the seed's hand-to-hand side, even if it's far more linear and modern.

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 63.2%, Action RPG 11%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Co-op 4%, Fantasy 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Like Wo Long, it emphasizes punishing, skill-heavy weapon combat and myth-infused historical action over pure exploration.

'Warm Snow' is a Rogue-like action game with a background set in a dark fantasy world, where the eerie 'Warm Snow' holds sway. You will play as the Warrior 'Bi-an' on a crusade against the Five Great Clans, in order to save a world teetering on the brink of destruction.

Why similar: Martial Arts 50.9% ★, Character Customization 19.4%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Story Rich 8.9%, Adventure 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: This Chinese dark-fantasy action game captures the seed's high-speed blade work and atmospheric mythic tone in a roguelite structure.

Path of Wuxia combines classic wuxia world and youthful school life with anime art style, features simulation gameplay well known by Heluo fans. Play as a young Xia who join the academy known as the Hermitic Pavilions of Xia, grow strong along with various schoolmates and seek your own path of Xia.

Why similar: Wuxia 57.5% ★, Martial Arts 37.7% ★, Character Customization 3.5%, Story Rich 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: It trades real-time action for a party-RPG format, but its sect life, martial learning, and Chinese wuxia setting are strongly aligned.

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 37.1%, Souls-like 14.6%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Fantasy 10%, Adventure 6.4%

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 18.3%, Open World 16.3%, Character Customization 15.7%, Online Co-Op 13.5%, Multiplayer 13.1%

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 22.6%, Action RPG 16.1%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Action-Adventure 9.2%

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 36.9% ★, Action RPG 13.3%, Fantasy 10.3%, Wuxia 9.6% ★, Story Rich 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It's an older BioWare RPG, but its martial arts styles, moral alignment choices, and Chinese-inspired world still line up well with the seed's heroic-or-chaotic fantasy.

Tale of Wuxia has been dedicated to providing gameplayers with a player-defined platform, where they can customize their own Wuxia. Instead of being restricted to characters’ basic properties, in this new version, gameplayers can also choose the personalities and talents of their own.

Why similar: Wuxia 54.3% ★, Martial Arts 38.7% ★, Story Rich 2.9%, Adventure 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: This classic wuxia RPG focuses on martial arts schools, relationship-building, and becoming a legendary figure in jianghu.

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 21.2%, Open World 17.9%, Online Co-Op 13.9%, Character Customization 12.5%, Action-Adventure 11.4%

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 34.2% ★, Action RPG 20.2%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Adventure 7.8%, Character Customization 6.8%

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 39.2% ★, Open World 20.8%, Multiplayer 10.9%, Action RPG 9.9%, Character Customization 5.9%

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 31.8%, Multiplayer 17.3%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Character Customization 11.1%, Fantasy 7.2%

A Thrilling Hybrid Action RPG, featuring a Dual Narrative

Why similar: Action RPG 33.5%, Online Co-Op 12.5%, Fantasy 11.1%, Story Rich 10.4%, Third Person 9.9%

Once Human is a multiplayer open-world 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 21.4%, Multiplayer 14.8%, Online Co-Op 13.3%, MMORPG 13.3% ★, Action-Adventure 12.2%

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 43.1%, Multiplayer 25.2%, Co-op 17.3%, Fantasy 14.4%

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: Online Co-Op 34.5%, Open World 34.2%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Third Person 7.6%, Adventure 6.9%

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 27.1%, Multiplayer 15.1%, Character Customization 13.6%, Online Co-Op 13.6%, Adventure 6.5%

Become a Wayfinder, and unlock their powers as you choose your path and playstyle while pushing back a hostile force that has overtaken your world. A Co-Op ARPG where you directly shape and customize the endless adventures you go on with friends, because Wayfinders are stronger together.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.8%, Online Co-Op 14%, Open World 13.7%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Action-Adventure 8.2%

"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 54.4% ★, Martial Arts 23.4% ★, Souls-like 10.3%, Adventure 5.2%, Open World 2.9%

Embark on an adventurous journey to explore the Quinfall universe. Be a part of unique battles and an immersive story with dozens of different professions in the depths of medieval times in an all-new MMORPG experience.

Why similar: MMORPG 33.5% ★, Open World 18.3%, Action RPG 16.5%, Character Customization 16.5%, Multiplayer 11.1%

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: Character Customization 14.9%, Open World 14.8%, Action RPG 14.1%, Multiplayer 12.5%, Online Co-Op 11%

UNDECEMBER is a Hack & Slash Action RPG in which players are able to surpass the conventional limits of skills by endlessly combining variety of Skill and Link Runes. Become a Rune Hunter and experience the joy of farming and growth!

Why similar: Action RPG 27.9%, Multiplayer 18%, Character Customization 14.4%, Online Co-Op 12.5%, Fantasy 8.5%

Embark on an odyssey for the Lost Ark in a vast, vibrant world: explore new lands, seek out lost treasures, and test yourself in thrilling action combat in this action-packed free-to-play RPG.

Why similar: MMORPG 44.7% ★, Action RPG 16.8%, Character Customization 13.7%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Fantasy 5.1%

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a soulslike, action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty, plagued with warring factions and a mysterious illness spawning monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Souls-like 36.7%, Action RPG 16.1%, Open World 12%, Character Customization 10.4%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

Path of Kung Fu is a Wuxia RPG that blends classic martial arts storytelling with open-world freedom. Master kung fu, navigate the Jianghu's bloody conflicts, and rise from a novice to a legendary hero. Subscribe to top-rated Workshop MODs to elevate your experience to the next level!

Why similar: Martial Arts 35.9% ★, Open World 15%, Action RPG 13.4%, Spectacle fighter 12.4% ★, 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 34.7% ★, Multiplayer 27.5%, Online Co-Op 18.2%, Co-op 10.8%, Atmospheric 8.8%

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 23%, Character Customization 20.9%, Multiplayer 15.4%, Online Co-Op 14.7%, Fantasy 11.1%

Honkai Impact 3rd - Ultimate anime action made real! HD cel-shading, infinite combos, explosive feedback... Experience next-gen real-time action! An original tale told across media, immersive stage events, star-studded voice cast... Become part of the legend!

Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Action RPG 24.2%, Open World 14.6%, Story Rich 10.7%, Co-op 9.1%

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: Martial Arts 44.4% ★, MMORPG 19% ★, Open World 13.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, Adventure 5%

ECHOES of YI: SAMSARA is a dark martial arts action game infused with traditional Chinese culture. Players embody the Sword Saint's first disciple, battling fierce enemies and unraveling the mystery beneath the Jianmu Tree. Will you face the challenges or go with the flow? The choice is yours.

Why similar: Martial Arts 34.5% ★, Souls-like 28.3%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Action RPG 9.5%, Fantasy 6.9%

This thrilling free-to-play Collectible Action MMORPG offers the duality of turn-based strategy & real-time action. Experience exciting cross-platform play and embark on an epic quest where numerous stories are waiting to be discovered alongside your five member team. Unite your heroes!

Why similar: MMORPG 39.5% ★, Action RPG 17.1%, Martial Arts 12.8% ★, Story Rich 8.3%, Action-Adventure 5.4%

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 24.4%, Open World 14.1%, Action RPG 13.3%, Character Customization 13.1%, Online Co-Op 9%