Games Like Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord

A New Wizardry for a New GenerationThe universe is in the throes of violent upheaval and change. Vast and mysterious forces are preparing for the final confrontation. A small group of heroes from distant lands must plunge into the heart of the maelstrom, to uncover long-forgotten secrets, and bring about a new era.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 30.6%, Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, CRPG 16.6%, RPG 11.2%, First-Person 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: As the final entry in the original series, it perfectly evolves the party-based mechanics and tactical combat into a 3D environment.

From the makers of the world renowned “Wizardry Empire” titles, Starfish SD brings you the latest entry in their popular series of dungeon crawlers. Elminage Gothic, previously only available in Japanese on PlayStation® Portable, now comes to PC offering a classic old school dungeon crawling experience with a dark, gothic twist!

Why similar: CRPG 24.2%, Dungeon Crawler 21.8%, Party-Based RPG 18.7%, Old School 6.8%, RPG 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title captures the brutal, old-school essence of early Wizardry games with its unforgiving difficulty and deep character building.

FULL-COLOR ANIMATED graphics DIGITIZED sound (NO add-on cards required)HARD DISK supported11 Races, 14 Professions (with rankings!)Weaponry, Physical and Academia SkillsSix Spellbooks, 462 CombinationsNon-Player CharactersAn arsenal of over 400 researched itemsVaried Fighting ModesPrimary and Secondary AttackContinuous JourneyUnlimited...

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.3%, Party-Based RPG 24.3%, CRPG 15.9%, RPG 15.3%, First-Person 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry that introduced many of the narrative and mechanical systems that defined the series' golden age.

Cleveland Mark Blakemore's Magnum Opus! The ultimate classic style turn-based roleplaying game in the tradition of Wizardry, Might&Magic, Lands Of Lore and Eye of the Beholder! 600+ hours of play with hand-painted graphics and old skool goodness!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 35.1%, Dungeon Crawler 32.4%, RPG 12.2%, CRPG 10.2%, Fantasy 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is widely considered the most faithful modern successor to the classic Wizardry formula, featuring immense depth and challenging gameplay.

Welcome to the world of dungeon crawling! The classic dungeon crawler released back in 2006, returns to Steam with improved UI and more.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23%, CRPG 22.4%, Party-Based RPG 21.7%, Character Customization 9.6%, Old School 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a massive amount of content and customization, allowing players to experience the core Wizardry loop in diverse scenarios.

For the First TimeOutdoor CampaignsFull Soundtrack and EffectsTrue Point & Click Mouse InterfaceAuto-MappingUnprecedented Depth of StoryBegin your adventure in Crusaders of the Dark Savant. Import your characters from Bane of the Cosmic Forge or create a new party capable of surviving the rigors of a strange alien world.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.6%, Party-Based RPG 25.5%, CRPG 15.2%, RPG 14.8%, Old School 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its complex world-building and non-linear exploration, it remains a high-water mark for the series.

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

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 47.7%, Party-Based RPG 17.1%, RPG 13.3%, First-Person 9.5%, Fantasy 6%

Why You'll Like It: It refines the grid-based, first-person dungeon crawling experience with modern graphics and intricate environmental puzzles.

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

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 44.6%, Party-Based RPG 20%, RPG 12.3%, Old School 10.1%, Fantasy 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game revitalized the classic first-person dungeon crawler genre by blending atmospheric exploration with tactical combat.

After a decade, a Might & Magic® RPG is back with both the unique core formula and a new set of improved and fine-tuned features. The best RPG of its class!In the wake of the spectacular events in Might & Magic® Heroes® VI, you will play in a party of four adventurers entangled in intrigue and political machinations unfolding in...

Why similar: RPG 23.5%, Dungeon Crawler 21.6%, CRPG 19%, Old School 11.2%, Fantasy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A true-to-form revival of the classic grid-based RPG that emphasizes party composition and turn-based strategy.

The Bard's Tale Trilogy is a complete remaster of the iconic series that helped define the RPG genre. Featuring updated graphics and optional quality of life gameplay features, this is the ideal way to experience the dungeon crawling challenge that made the original games beloved classics.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 40.1%, RPG 18.5%, Party-Based RPG 17.9%, Old School 9.9%, First-Person 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: These remasters preserve the iconic, challenging gameplay of the original series that stood alongside Wizardry in the 1980s.

The magic torches are lit, the monsters are ravenous, and the kingdom is waiting for a new hero. Experience the legendary Wizardry series’ modern rebirth as you traverse perilous dungeons and take on hordes of fantastic enemies. Are you up to the challenge?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 52.4%, RPG 22.9%, Party-Based RPG 19.8%, First-Person 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, modern take on the classic formula that makes the traditional dungeon-crawling experience more accessible.

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

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.1%, CRPG 25.1%, Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, RPG 7.5%, Fantasy 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines traditional grid-based movement with beautiful, modern visuals and a unique setting inspired by Central European folklore.

3D Dungeon RPG The portal of despair opens again. The labyrinth calls you to destruction. Revel in the endless dangers, relish the risk, devour the rewards. Savor the risk.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.6%, CRPG 17.9%, Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Character Customization 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A recent entry that brings the classic Wizardry experience to a new generation with updated visuals and mechanics.

Dive deep into the Abyss.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 23.2%, Dungeon Crawler 22.7%, Class-Based 16.1% ★, Character Customization 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, fast-paced dungeon crawler that focuses on character builds and tactical turn-based combat.

Escape from “Yomi” – a dungeon filled with riches – and danger. Make use of your powerful skills and magic items to create exits and reach the surface alive.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 51.3%, RPG 19.8%, Dark 12.8%, Party-Based RPG 11.5%, First-Person 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern dungeon crawler that balances dark, atmospheric exploration with deep party management and character skill trees.

Beyond the village of Etria lies a mysterious forest with a colossal crack opening to a puzzling labyrinth. Lead a team of explorers into the dungeon with the promise of riches, fame, and adventure!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 55.7%, Party-Based RPG 15.4%, RPG 14.9%, Fantasy 6.9%, First-Person 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: This series is famous for its focus on map-making and strategic party management, mirroring the core appeal of early Wizardry titles.

In Saviors of Sapphire Wings, a fallen hero is reincarnated 100 years after being defeated by the Overlord of Darkness. Bond with allies, explore dungeons, and vanquish monsters in this RPG gem!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.9%, Dungeon Crawler 30.1%, RPG 11.5%, Character Customization 11.2%, Exploration 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: These titles feature the classic first-person party-based combat and high-difficulty spikes synonymous with the Wizardry lineage.

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

Why similar: CRPG 26.6%, Dungeon Crawler 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Character Customization 11.2%, First-Person 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-themed, grid-based dungeon crawler that emphasizes real-time combat and environmental interaction.

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

Why similar: CRPG 24.5%, Party-Based RPG 21.2%, Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Dark 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, Lovecraftian dungeon crawler that prioritizes atmosphere and turn-based tactical decision-making.

With simple gameplay, sense of freedom and even graphics/sound customization, create and raise your very own party of characters before setting forth across this fantasy world to defeat the monsters that lurk in the labyrinth-like dungeons in this 3D dungeon RPG.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.7%, Party-Based RPG 21.2%, CRPG 13%, RPG 11%, Character Customization 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style dungeon crawler that stays true to the roots of the genre with its challenging encounters and party customization.

Dungeon of Dragon Knight is a retro dungeon crawler RPG in modern visual design. Pointed by a mysterious witch, your party will descend into a dungeon with traps and monsters in search of the evil Dragon Knight and his treasure weapon. Or, are you fooled by the witch?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28%, Party-Based RPG 25.1%, Dragons 12.2% ★, RPG 8.4%, First-Person 8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic feel of grid-based dungeon crawling with a focus on exploration and trap-filled environments.

Explore an underground labyrinth in search of mythical seeds in this 3D dungeon crawler RPG! Leaving things to chance will prove fatal🌱Explore underground labyrinths, expanding your range of actions as you go🌿Light up the path, defeat those in front of you, grow stronger, and unravel the mysteries

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 32.1%, Dungeon Crawler 29.3%, RPG 9.9%, Class-Based 8.3% ★, Character Customization 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical dungeon crawler that focuses on predicting enemy moves, providing a fresh take on the classic turn-based formula.

Beneath a small town lies an endless maze known as the Labyrinth of Refrain. Dusk Witch Dronya arrives, and with her puppet soldiers, endeavors to find something buried deep within. Embark on an adventure as you discover the secrets underground.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 62.3%, RPG 14.8%, Party-Based RPG 14.8%, First-Person 4.7%, Character Customization 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: While it features a unique party system, it retains the deep, tactical dungeon-crawling mechanics and exploration focus of the genre.

Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler with survival elements. It's inspired by classic cRPG from the 90s. An old-school game for hardcore players.

Why similar: CRPG 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Demons 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Old School 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore, grid-based dungeon crawler that emphasizes survival and party management in a dark, oppressive environment.

Explore a vast open world and crawl through dungeons in first person, then fight tactical turn-based battles from a top-down perspective. Guide your adventuring party through Archaelund, mankind's last frontier, and uncover its many secrets.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.8%, Dungeon Crawler 20.2%, CRPG 19.9%, RPG 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends open-world exploration with classic, grid-based dungeon crawling and tactical combat.

The Bard's Tale IV: Director's Cut is the triumphant return of one of the most iconic RPG series of all-time. Delve into a tactically rich combat system that rewards creativity, solve puzzles to gain treasure and advantages, and discover a beautifully crafted world.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.6%, RPG 25.5%, Dungeon Crawler 21.8%, CRPG 15.4%, First-Person 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern interpretation of the classic series that features grid-based movement and complex, turn-based tactical combat.

SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat

Why similar: CRPG 16.7%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Class-Based 11.8% ★, Character Customization 7.9%

Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler set in a Dark Fantasy version of the Imperial Rome. Create and develop your party, explore catacombs, manage your Gladiatorial School and fight demons and undead to free Rome. Inspired by old-school cRPG from the 80s and 90s.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.1%, Dungeon Crawler 21.4%, CRPG 21.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Old School 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, grid-based dungeon crawler that emphasizes party survival and strategic combat in a dark, historical setting.

Paper Sorcerer is a stylish single player turn based RPG focused on strategy, party-building, and environmental puzzles. Fight with the skills and spells you've learned in a battle system that emphasizes strategy over grinding. Assemble a party of monsters and dark creatures to fight alongside you.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.3%, CRPG 17.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Character Customization 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stylized, turn-based dungeon crawler that focuses on party composition and strategic combat in a unique, dark aesthetic.

Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of the critically acclaimed Pathfinder: Kingmaker. Explore the nature of good and evil, learn the true cost of power, and rise as a Mythic Hero capable of deeds beyond mortal expectations.

Why similar: CRPG 20.5%, Party-Based RPG 19.1%, Class-Based 13.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%

Old School RPG is a first-person fantasy role playing game. It is heavily influenced by The Bard's Tale, Might and Magic and Wizardry series of games. Create a party of adventurers and clear out dungeons and solve puzzles. Find and eliminate the source of evil that has come to your lands.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 40.4%, Dungeon Crawler 17.7%, Class-Based 10.6% ★, Old School 8.9%, RPG 8.5%

The third installment in the classic dungeon-crawling RPG series comes to Steam, remastered and better than ever! Build your roster of heroes as you venture into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight monsters in turn-based battles, and find powerful new equipment.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.5%, Dungeon Crawler 24.4%, Character Customization 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Old School 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based RPG that focuses on dungeon exploration and loot-driven progression, capturing the addictive loop of the genre.

Since its release, the original dungeon RPG DEMON GAZE was an instant hit. With its innovative system, engrossing storyline and thrilling challenges, DEMON GAZE EXTRA retains its original flavor while adding enhanced graphics and a number of new elements for an even greater gameplay experience.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 43.6%, Dungeon Crawler 33%, RPG 16%, Fantasy 6.1%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a refined, modern take on the first-person dungeon crawler with a strong emphasis on party synergy.

The classic, school-based 3D dungeon-crawling RPG is back! After a 15 year wait, the third instalment in the series comes to the West, with new features, more characters, classes and bigger dungeons.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.3%, Dungeon Crawler 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Character Customization 11.2%, Old School 10.1%

A Quest That Became Legend is a game inspired by old school RPG classics, with turn based combat and an open world environment. Set out on an epic quest to defeat the dark conjurers and save your world from destruction.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 23.1%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Dragons 13.6% ★, Character Customization 9.9%, Old School 8.2%

Zavix Tower is an old-school, party-based, first-person CRPG with rogue-like elements, an upgrade-able and persistent town, and turn-based combat.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.7%, Party-Based RPG 23.7%, CRPG 17.2%, RPG 11%, Demons 8.5%

Unique, truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a strange, new world. Use battle or cunning to change the world, served by your own army of custom-made mutant monsters. Over 80 zones to explore and 50+ hours of gameplay. Multitudes of skills, abilities, factions, treasures, and servants to create.

Why similar: CRPG 28.8%, Party-Based RPG 23.9%, Dungeon Crawler 20%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, RPG 6.3%

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

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34%, Old School 15.7%, Character Customization 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, First-Person 10%

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

Why similar: CRPG 20.9%, Party-Based RPG 17.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, Old School 7.7%, Character Customization 7.7%

Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition revives the classic RPG with fresh updates for modern players. Build a party of Dungeons & Dragons heroes and explore the frozen tundra in this retro fantasy adventure.

Why similar: CRPG 24.7%, Party-Based RPG 22.1%, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Character Customization 9.8%, Magic 7.6%

Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 35.6%, CRPG 27.3%, RPG 15.3%, Old School 10.8%, Fantasy 7.3%

A turn based dungeon crawler where you create a party of heroes to go on epic quests.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.8%, Dragons 18.9% ★, Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Class-Based 10.8% ★

Vendir: Plague of Lies is a classic party-based RPG with a deep storyline and turn-based combat. Experience an intricately crafted world, steeped in history and brought to life through a carefully crafted atmosphere and the trials and tribulations of stories of the people that inhabit it.

Why similar: CRPG 29.3%, Party-Based RPG 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Character Customization 10.2%, Exploration 6.5%

A dungeon crawler for tired people.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.1%, Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, Dragons 17.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, RPG 8.2%

Swords and Sorcery - Underworld is a party-based, first person view role-playing game with turn-based combat and a square grid 3D environment. The art was made by a professional comics illustrator.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.8%, Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, CRPG 22.5%, RPG 8.4%, First-Person 7.7%

The popular dungeon-crawling RPG series returns! Take your party into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight in turn-based battles, loot and level up! Explore the land and uncover the mysteries of the Godfall!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27%, Dungeon Crawler 23%, Character Customization 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Magic 8.2%

Years ago a demoness’s elemental cult ruled from a temple near Nulb until the Circle of Eight razed it. Now bandits stalk Hommlet and dark forces gather at the ruins. In this classic party‑based D&D RPG, unmask their true purpose and confront the reborn evil before chaos engulfs the land.

Why similar: RPG 45.6%, CRPG 28.2%, Fantasy 21.9%, Singleplayer 4.3%

A new legacy begins...

Why similar: CRPG 31.1%, Dungeon Crawler 25.9%, RPG 9.5%, Old School 9.3%, Magic 9.1%

Assemble a party, explore the dungeon, fight your way through hordes of monsters, and defeat the Demon Lord in this brutal dungeon crawler. Are you up to the challenge?

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 30%, Dungeon Crawler 26%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Old School 8.6%, RPG 8.5%

Step into the definitive re-release of two dark spell-casting shooters that shaped the genre. This enhanced restoration makes Heretic™ + Hexen™ available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.5%, RPG 18.1%, Old School 11.3%, Magic 10.9%, Exploration 10.5%

Infinite Adventures® is a turn-based, first-person dungeon crawler with deep party customization, strategic combat, and a fully voiced story. Inspired by classic RPGs for a nostalgic yet modern gameplay experience. Assemble your party and explore the Labyrinth to discover the truths of your past.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 30.4%, Dungeon Crawler 25.6%, Character Customization 14.3%, Old School 10.6%, RPG 7.1%

Join three hungry Kobolds (and several Trenchcoats) in a hand-drawn, classical dungeon-crawling adventure to be Great Heroes - but mostly to find Shiny Things and Eat Good Food!

Why similar: CRPG 25.4%, Party-Based RPG 23.3%, Dungeon Crawler 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Old School 5.7%

Antharion is an epic old-school fantasy RPG that combines tactical turn-based combat with the freedom of a huge living-breathing open world.

Why similar: CRPG 26.6%, Party-Based RPG 22.6%, Dungeon Crawler 19.6%, RPG 13.2%, Character Customization 7.6%

The Forgotten Realms Archive - Collection One allows you to journey through the set of adventures: the Eye of the Beholder trilogy, a collection of first-person, real-time role-playing games.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.5%, Dungeon Crawler 29.9%, Old School 12.2%, RPG 9.1%, Fantasy 8.4%

This package celebrates the elements of the AD&D video games that you know and love - vast dungeons and beautiful locations to explore, a wide variety of monsters to slay, quests to complete, adventurers to assemble and worlds to be saved.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.4%, Party-Based RPG 29.5%, Class-Based 14.5% ★, RPG 11.9%, Old School 7.1%

Zorbus is a fantasy-themed, tile-based, turn-based, traditional roguelike game.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 39.7%, CRPG 23.3%, RPG 11.8%, Fantasy 10.8%, Character Customization 7.1%

An 8-bit RPG modeled after the iconic games of the 1980s. You control a party of adventurers who travel the Realm, talk to NPCs in towns and castles, explore dungeons, and fight monsters as you seek to save the world from a terrible danger.

Why similar: CRPG 32.3%, Party-Based RPG 20.6%, Dragons 15.6% ★, Old School 11.3%, RPG 8.1%

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

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, Dragons 17.4% ★, RPG 13.6%, Magic 11.6%, Character Customization 8.6%

Heroes of the Monkey Tavern is a first-person dungeon-crawling game designed as an introduction to the genre : simplified rules, balanced puzzles and challenges. An independent project developed solo.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.9%, Party-Based RPG 22.9%, CRPG 12.1%, RPG 8.2%, Magic 8%