Games Like Winter Ember

Styx: Master of Shadows is an infiltration game with RPG elements taking place in a dark fantasy universe, where you sneak, steal and assassinate your way through as Styx, a Goblin two-centuries of age.

Why similar: Stealth 43%, Assassins 41% ★, Action 4.8%, Adventure 4.5%, Story Rich 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the same dark, gothic atmosphere and vertical stealth gameplay that defines the core experience of Winter Ember.

Styx returns in a new stealth adventure! Explore and master huge open environments, sneak past or assassinate new enemies and bosses, and experiment with the new array of lethal abilities and weapons in our goblin assassin's arsenal.

Why similar: Assassins 45% ★, Stealth 37.7%, Action 5.2%, Story Rich 4.9%, Adventure 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: An improved sequel that refines the stealth mechanics and level design, making it a perfect follow-up for fans of the original.

Aragami is a third person stealth game that casts you as an undead assassin with the power to control the shadows. Teleport to any shadow, become invisible, materialize weapons or even summon a shadow dragon to infiltrate the enemy ranks and dispose of your targets.

Why similar: Assassins 47.2% ★, Stealth 42.1%, Action 4.9%, Adventure 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focusing on shadow-based movement and assassination, this title mirrors the supernatural stealth elements found in the seed game.

Shadow Tactics is a hardcore tactical stealth game set in Japan around the Edo period. A new Shogun seizes power over Japan and enforces nationwide peace. In his battle against conspiracy and rebellion, he recruits five specialists with extraordinary skills for assassination, sabotage and espionage.

Why similar: Stealth 54.6%, Assassins 25.4% ★, Isometric 12.5%, Strategy 2.7%, Action 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: This isometric tactical stealth game shares the high-stakes planning and environmental awareness required to succeed in Winter Ember.

Experience an isometric, narrative-driven stealth game and join Hanna’s adventure in the vibrant city of Eriksholm. The mysterious disappearance of her brother, Herman, ignites a chain of catastrophic events that will forever change their lives and the fate of the entire city.

Why similar: Stealth 34.7%, Isometric 24.5%, Conspiracy 11.4% ★, Realistic 5.9%, Story Rich 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric stealth game that emphasizes narrative and tactical movement, closely matching the visual and mechanical style of Winter Ember.

Seven: Enhanced Edition is an open-world, isometric stealth and action role-playing game, in which you play as Teriel, a master thief sent on a mission that will shake the foundations of the Vetrall Empire. Includes the Drowned Past expansion.

Why similar: Stealth 27%, Assassins 21.4% ★, Action RPG 21%, Isometric 20%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: This isometric open-world RPG features deep stealth and traversal mechanics that feel like a more expansive version of the seed game's systems.

Gone Rogue is a tactical stealth game with RPG elements. Get into the role of a thief from the city slums. Lurking in the shadows, sneak unnoticed past enemies, get behind any locked doors, and carry off rich loot.

Why similar: Heist 29.7% ★, Stealth 26.8%, Action RPG 17.4%, Isometric 15%, Story Rich 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric immersive sim that focuses heavily on stealth and looting, capturing the 'thief' fantasy found in Winter Ember.

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: Assassins 41% ★, Stealth 40.5%, Dark 6.6%, Action 4.5%, Story Rich 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: The benchmark for immersive stealth games, offering players the same freedom to approach objectives through shadows and gadgets.

Assemble your crew and set sail on an infamous ghost ship to sneak, stab, and spellcast your way through the Inquisition in this non-linear stealth strategy game. Chart a course, develop uncanny abilities, and use unconventional tactics to find a powerful pirate artifact!

Why similar: Story Rich 24.4%, Adventure 23.1%, Action 20.3%, Combat 12.7%, Singleplayer 11%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in isometric tactical stealth that rewards players for creative pathfinding and avoiding detection.

Shadwen is a 3rd person stealth-action game where the only rule is to remain unseen. Stay hidden - or the ruthless guards will kill you on sight!

Why similar: Assassins 41.7% ★, Stealth 37.3%, Action 7.1%, Adventure 5.5%, Dark 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A stealth-action game that emphasizes verticality and the use of tools to bypass guards, similar to Arthur Artorias's toolkit.

Stealth your way through the shadows and uncover a corporate conspiracy. Become a cyber-augmented agent in this gameplay-focused stealth game that brings classic sneaking to the modern era.

Why similar: Stealth 28.3%, Heist 27.3% ★, Conspiracy 14.9% ★, Dark 9.3%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down stealth game that strips away combat to focus entirely on tactical movement and avoiding detection.

Garrett, the Master Thief, steps out of the shadows into the City. In this treacherous place, where the Baron’s Watch spreads a rising tide of fear and oppression, his skills are the only things he can trust. Even the most cautious citizens and their best-guarded possessions are not safe from his reach.

Why similar: Stealth 60.1%, Assassins 12.2% ★, Dark 8.6%, Heist 8.2% ★, Action 5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern reimagining of the classic stealth formula that emphasizes light and shadow mechanics in a dark, oppressive city.

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 82.8%, Dark 6.4%, Action 4.2%, Adventure 2.6%, Story Rich 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: The foundational classic that inspired the stealth mechanics and dark, atmospheric world-building seen in Winter Ember.

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.

Why similar: Stealth 63.2%, Assassins 25.7% ★, Action 6.9%, Singleplayer 2%, Adventure 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: While 2D, it is widely considered the gold standard for stealth mechanics and provides the same satisfaction of outsmarting guards.

Ereban: Shadow Legacy is a fast-paced stealth platformer game where you become Ayana, the last descendant of a forgotten race. Harness mystical shadow powers, high-tech gadgets and avoid or kill to uncover the truth about your past and the key to saving a dying, morally grey universe.

Why similar: Assassins 47.6% ★, Stealth 28.5%, Dark 8.6%, Adventure 5.1%, Story Rich 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique shadow-merging mechanic that allows for creative stealth approaches similar to the supernatural elements in Winter Ember.

You are Garrett, the master thief. Rarely seen and never caught, Garrett is the best that ever was. Able to sneak past any guard, pick any lock, and break into the most ingeniously secured residences. Garrett steals from the wealthy and gives to himself, making his living in the dark and foreboding City.

Why similar: Stealth 76.4%, Dark 10.6%, Action 5.9%, Story Rich 3.2%, Adventure 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: This entry in the legendary series perfectly captures the gothic, Victorian-inspired stealth aesthetic.

Desperados III is a story-driven, hardcore tactical stealth game, set in a ruthless Wild West scenario. Play smart if you want to succeed. A good plan can make the difference between survival and finding yourself at the business end of a pistol.

Why similar: Stealth 45.1%, Assassins 25.6% ★, Isometric 21.6%, Strategy 3%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant isometric tactical stealth game that requires precise timing and coordination to clear areas without being seen.

Filcher is a first-person 2.5D noir stealth game. As Sporey the master thief, break into guarded buildings to steal from the wealthy and corrupt, using only your senses, your wits, and a handful of tools and gadgets.

Why similar: Stealth 67.2%, Dark 17.1%, Story Rich 7%, Singleplayer 5.5%, Action 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated stealth game inspired by the classics, focusing on the thrill of breaking and entering in a dark, atmospheric world.

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: Heist 33.1% ★, Stealth 24.6%, Assassins 10.8% ★, Action RPG 8.1%, Dark 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person heist game that focuses on the thrill of the steal and managing stealthy approaches in a dark world.

Pure stealth action and infinite level creation from the award-winning studio behind Thomas Was Alone. Enter the Volume to halt Gisborne Industries' corruption and train the masses to rob from the rich.

Why similar: Heist 41.8% ★, Stealth 32.1%, Cinematic 10%, Action 5.8%, Story Rich 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric stealth game that focuses on clever level design and gadget usage to navigate complex environments.

Get ready to kill drug dealers, crime bosses and anyone who stands in your way as you seek revenge for your father’s murder. The Slater is a story-driven first-person stealth-action-puzzle game that puts you in the shoes of a former cop Mark Slater.

Why similar: Assassins 47.5% ★, Stealth 28.3%, Action 6.8%, Dark 6.6%, Cinematic 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A stealth-focused assassin game that emphasizes observation and environmental interaction to eliminate targets.

Take control of Invisible's agents in the field and infiltrate the world's most dangerous corporations. Stealth, precision, and teamwork are essential in high-stakes, high-profit missions, where every move may cost an agent their life.

Why similar: Stealth 53.7%, Isometric 40.7%, Strategy 3.3%, Singleplayer 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical stealth game that forces players to manage resources and shadows to survive high-stakes heists.

Behind you lies a trail of broken helms, shattered shields. You hold the axe of a fallen foe. Worn and dented, it will suit it's purpose. What lies ahead is still a mystery. Your goal is not.

Why similar: Stealth 51.8%, Action 14.2%, Adventure 12.5%, Action-Adventure 11%, Combat 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action-adventure game that captures a similar sense of mystery and dark, gritty atmosphere.

DARK is a unique stealth-action game with RPG elements in which you take on the role of the ultimate hunter: a vampire. Ambush your enemies from the shadows, roam the darkness and use powerful vampire skills to dispatch your opponents.

Why similar: Stealth 47.7%, Dark 21.5%, Action 8.7%, Adventure 6.9%, 3D 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A third-person stealth game where you play as a vampire, utilizing supernatural abilities to move through shadows undetected.

The old world is gone, lost with the disappearance of the King. Reforge reality in this dark action RPG through skill-based combat, innovative open-world platforming and the testimonies of survivors… some more trustworthy than others. Are you ready, Wanderer?

Why similar: Action RPG 30.6%, Dark 21.3%, Action 19.7%, Adventure 18%, Story Rich 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the dark, melancholic fantasy aesthetic and challenging action-adventure gameplay found in the seed game.

Jesus did not die on the cross, but came down and unleashed vengeance on all the nonbelievers. 1500 years later, an army of Inquisitors brutally enforce the faith. In this dark fantasy adventure you solve intricate cases and unveil abysmal secrets as Inquisitor Mordimer Madderdin.

Why similar: Gothic 45.9% ★, Action RPG 26.1%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Action 8.3%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game set in a dark, oppressive world that focuses on investigation and narrative-driven exploration.

Guild of Darksteel is a story-driven adventure game set in a rich, dark fantasy world. As the immortal Sellsword, you must unearth an evil plot brewing beneath the city of Ravenrock. Only you can discover the true horror lurking under the city’s surface.

Why similar: Gothic 24.7% ★, Action RPG 16.8%, Swordplay 15%, Dark 14.7%, Cinematic 10%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy RPG that emphasizes atmospheric storytelling and combat, appealing to the gothic sensibilities of Winter Ember.

Slip on your flares, grab your shades and hop in your station wagon, it's time to work… as a professional mob cleaner. In this stylish award winning 2D action-stealth game you have to make sure you get in, clean up and get out without leaving a trace - Queue the funky 70s inspired soundtrack!

Why similar: Stealth 81.9%, Action 14.9%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric stealth game where you must navigate crime scenes to clean up evidence while avoiding patrols.

Step into the shadows in Thief VR. You are Magpie, a cunning thief orphaned by Baron Northcrest and shaped by the streets. Use VR mechanics to steal, evade, and outsmart the City's forces. Your goal? A relic in Northcrest's vault, which uncovers a far greater artifact with a powerful legacy.

Why similar: Assassins 29.3% ★, Heist 23.6% ★, Stealth 14.7%, Archery 10.3% ★, Adventure 4.4%

Heat Signature is a game from the developers of Gunpoint where you break into spaceships, make terrible mistakes, and think of clever ways out of them. You take a mission, fly to the target ship, sneak inside, and make clever use of your gadgets to distract, ambush and take out the crew.

Why similar: Stealth 74.7%, Action 11.8%, Adventure 6.1%, Singleplayer 4%, Strategy 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical stealth game that allows for massive freedom in how you infiltrate ships, rewarding creative gadget use.

Enter the world of the ultimate assassin. HITMAN World of Assassination delivers the definitive stealth action experience, putting you in the shoes of Agent 47, a master assassin. Explore immersive locations, uncover hidden secrets, and eliminate targets with complete freedom of approach.

Why similar: Assassins 48% ★, Stealth 32%, Cinematic 6.7%, Realistic 4.5%, Action 4.4%

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: Gothic 45.9% ★, Action RPG 31.5%, Action 7.4%, Adventure 7%, Combat 4%

Relive the real-time tactics masterpiece that defined the genre like no other: Commandos 2 - HD Remaster is a true homage to one of gaming’s most celebrated masterpieces.

Why similar: Stealth 66.3%, Isometric 18.8%, Strategy 11.6%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: The classic tactical stealth game that defined the isometric genre and remains a challenge for any stealth enthusiast.

Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.

Why similar: Action RPG 51.6%, Adventure 18.3%, Story Rich 11.6%, Action 11.6%, Singleplayer 6.9%

The master of stealth is back! Explore the dizzying heights of the Iserian Continent and cunningly eliminate your enemies. Thanks to your Quartz powers, you are freer than ever. Be creative: Never has it felt so good to be greedy.

Why similar: Stealth 43.6%, Assassins 34.9% ★, Action 8%, Adventure 7.2%, Story Rich 3.2%

In Blood of Mehran, explore sweeping sand dunes, bustling bazaars and sprawling palaces. Go blade to blade with enemies, pick them off from a distance with your arrows, or slip by them like a ghost. Level up and build your legend.

Why similar: Stealth 28.1%, Action RPG 26.4%, Realistic 10.2%, Action 6.9%, Story Rich 6.5%

Unknightly is a medieval VR stealth game designed from the ground up for virtual reality. You assume the role of a retired master-thief as he is drawn back into a life once thought left behind.

Why similar: Assassins 35.5% ★, Stealth 26.1%, Archery 12.8% ★, Dark 10.1%, Action-Adventure 4.3%

Play as Jean, a thief with the mystical power of morphing with the shadows. Creating yourself an improbable path in the dark and carefully dealing with guards in the light, you will try to steal back your deceased brother’s paintings. Do you have what it takes to avenge his legacy?

Why similar: Stealth 56.1%, Dark 22.1%, Action 13.7%, 3D 5.4%, Singleplayer 2.7%

Aragami 2 is a third person stealth game where you play as an assassin with the power to control the shadows. Join the shadow clan and fight the invader armies to protect your people.

Why similar: Assassins 46% ★, Stealth 29.2%, Dark 8.3%, Action 4.8%, Action-Adventure 3.7%

Venture into a handcrafted world where ruins whisper of past cataclysms. Master the art of sword and sorcery and forge your path with relics, spells and choices that shape who you become in this first-person RPG.

Why similar: Action RPG 34.5%, Stealth 29.8%, Realistic 12.3%, Action 9.1%, 3D 7.4%

Play as a ninja through the Sengoku period of Japan. There are many possible ways to assassinate the target and find your own nindou.

Why similar: Assassins 49.1% ★, Stealth 15.4%, Action RPG 15.3%, Realistic 5.3%, Action 4.6%

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: Stealth 48.3%, Gothic 31.4% ★, Dark 13.1%, Action 4.3%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Wake up and walk, Warden! Because the siege continues. We must find the Heir... And finally put an end to this cursed night.

Why similar: Action RPG 53.1%, Action-Adventure 14%, Dark 11.8%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 7.5%

Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?

Why similar: Action RPG 37.9%, Cinematic 22.8%, Story Rich 8.5%, Action 8.2%, Action-Adventure 8.2%

Lonely Knight is a story that immerses you in an epic adventure in the medieval era. Avenge your wife as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast-paced combat, castle sieges, and more.

Why similar: Assassins 58.6% ★, Realistic 13.4%, Action 9%, Adventure 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.2%

Become the ultimate assassin in the most realistic modern warfare sniping game available. Engage in an immersive single-player campaign across large, open-ended maps. Tactical thinking, stealth approach and precision in execution of long shots required.

Why similar: Assassins 42.9% ★, Stealth 37.9%, Action 7.8%, Realistic 7.8%, Singleplayer 3.6%

The Battle of the Brides is lost, but your tale of rebellion and vengeance begins. From the ashes, forge your dominion. Claim settlements, command men, and rise in a kingdom torn by corruption and civil war.

Why similar: Stealth 32.7%, Gothic 22.7% ★, Action RPG 16.7%, Dark 10%, Adventure 5.3%

"Legacy of Shadows" is a Wuxia roguelite. From avenging your fallen sect to unraveling the "Eternal Dragon" conspiracy, master fluid builds to cut through a world of intrigue and shatter the eternal scheme.

Why similar: Action RPG 48.4%, 3D 27.7%, Story Rich 9%, Action 8.9%, Singleplayer 6.1%

Survive strategic turn-based combat in this award-winning indie tactical RPG as you embark on an epic revenge quest in search of the long-lost Excalibur.

Why similar: Adventure 28.6%, Story Rich 27.5%, Action 18.1%, Strategy 14.9%, Singleplayer 10.9%

Aiko's Choice is the anticipated standalone expansion to the acclaimed stealth strategy game Shadow Tactics. Set in Edo Japan, you take control of the skillful kunoichi adept Aiko and her deadly assassin friends to hunt down the ghosts of her past.

Why similar: Assassins 38.4% ★, Stealth 27.9%, Isometric 20.8%, Action 4.9%, Adventure 4.4%

Deserter: Prologue is a free stealth-RPG game. Use stealth, cunning, and thieving skills to escape from a military camp in the heart of a dystopian war.

Why similar: Heist 38% ★, Stealth 30.9%, Isometric 11.7%, Dark 7.2%, Action 5.3%

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: Gothic 29.6% ★, Action RPG 23.7%, Isometric 23.4%, Action 6.6%, 3D 5.8%

Become a deadly Master Assassin in this action-adventure game. Explore the streets of ninth-century Baghdad through the eyes of Basim. Take down your targets while seeking justice as part of the Hidden Ones.

Why similar: Assassins 43.1% ★, Stealth 24.9%, Action RPG 10.8%, Action 4.4%, Action-Adventure 4.3%

A dark fantasy adventure where forging steel shapes combat, progression, and fate.

Why similar: Cinematic 24.9%, Action 22.3%, Adventure 18.5%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, 3D 9.3%

Carve your path in this Hack’n’Slash free from class boundaries. Purify a world shattered by corruption, and uncover the grim secrets and forgotten horrors lurking in the shadows of this forsaken land as you rise in Power. Your Inner aspect beckons—will you answer?

Why similar: Action RPG 40.7%, Isometric 37.3%, Action 9%, Adventure 8.5%, Singleplayer 4.5%

Ember is a homage to classic role-playing games (RPG) that features a deep branching story, endless exploration across dynamic and living environments, a robust skill system, and an intricate crafting system.

Why similar: Action RPG 36.7%, Isometric 32.7%, Adventure 14.4%, Story Rich 5.1%, Singleplayer 3.8%

Emotional, 3rd-person, story-driven, adventure game focused on solving puzzles and using stealth mechanics. Use your bow to interact with environmental elements. Sneak, climb or distract guards to move further unnoticed. Solve light puzzles alongside your path to rescue your loved one.

Why similar: Stealth 43.5%, Archery 19.1% ★, Adventure 8.5%, 3D 7.5%, Action 7.3%

A 2D stealth Metroidvania with parkour platforming. Explore the majestic palace and ancient prisons of a kingdom under siege. Don the mantle of the legendary Sandfox as you venture into the ruins below, and discover the true threat from a sand-borne evil.

Why similar: Assassins 41% ★, Stealth 34%, Action 6.6%, Adventure 6.1%, Action-Adventure 5%

Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

Why similar: Action RPG 43.4%, Dark 26.4%, Action 10.2%, Story Rich 9.6%, Combat 5.6%

Viking Vengeance is a God-Worshiping Rogue-lite Dungeon Crawler ARPG set in a historical fiction world. You play as a Templar with pagan origins who rediscovers his roots and learns to wield the powers of the Norse Gods in his quest to change the destiny of his people and stop Ragnarok.

Why similar: Action RPG 37%, Isometric 29%, Action 13.8%, Dark 13.2%, Singleplayer 3.8%