- #1 Wizzerd Quest
97% matchVery Positive94% of 154 reviews2024
Dev: Kondoorsoft
Windows · Linux
Wizzerd Quest is a bite-sized open-world RPG with full split-screen co-op. Its aesthetic is straight out of the mid 1990's, and it's designed to be a fun little excursion without wasting your time. Play the entire game for free with zero microtransactions or DRM!
Why similar: 1990's 22.7%, FPS 16.5%, Action RPG 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Medieval 8.1%
- #2 Kingdom Of Explorers
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 94 reviews2024
Dev: S.E.R.A. GAMES STUDIOPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Kingdom of EXPLORERS is an adventure RPG game for up to 2 players. Each player needs to explore, collect, manage shared resources to unlock new terrains, upgrade weapons to defeat the enemies, Bosses and save the Dwarves Hidden Island!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.4%, Local Multiplayer 17%, Action RPG 15.7%, Medieval 10.3%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #3 Hammerwatch II
96% matchMixed62% of 2,219 reviews2023
Dev: CrackshellPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Gather your heroes and journey beyond the dungeons of Castle Hammerwatch to explore a pixelated world like never before. Aid King Roland’s resistance while helping villagers along the way. Battle beasts, finish off hordes of the undead, and face the forces of evil.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 37.6% ★, Action RPG 18.8%, Medieval 11.9%, Character Customization 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #4 Shrine's Legacy
95% matchVery Positive86% of 195 reviews2025
Dev: Positive Concept GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Shrine's Legacy is a SNES-era inspired, 16-bit RPG set in the magical world of Ardemia. Follow a pair of heroes as they try to unite the elements of magic, restore the Sword of Shrine, and save the world in both single player and couch/local co-op action.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.3%, Local Multiplayer 21.5%, Action RPG 20%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
- #5 Cat Quest II
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,191 reviews2019
Dev: The GentlebrosPub: Kepler Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Open-world action-RPG in a fantasy realm of cats and dogs. Sequel to the award-winning original, CAT QUEST II lets you play solo or with a friend, as both a cat and dog! Quest in a world filled with magic, defeat monsters and collect loot in a catventure like never before!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 37.9%, Action RPG 25.4%, Character Customization 11.8%, Exploration 9.9%, Adventure 7.9%
- #6 Age of Barbarians Chronicles
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 105 reviews2026
Dev: Crian Soft
Windows
A brutal Action RPG in pure Sword & Sorcery style. Lead King Xodan and the Oracle Queen Yanah in their desperate quest to save their people and free their daughter Sharyn from Zordax the Inhuman. Live an epic Sword & Sorcery tale inspired by the fantasy classics of the 1980s.
Why similar: Action RPG 36.7%, Old School 16.5%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Adventure 10.6%, Fantasy 9.8%
- #7 Wizordum
93% matchVery Positive92% of 913 reviews2025
Dev: Emberheart GamesPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Wizordum is a retro FPS that puts you in the role of a Mage on a quest to track down the source of Chaos. With a wide arsenal of spells and magic items, battle your way through the world of Terrabruma in this unique blend of classic 90s shooters and modern gaming elements.
Why similar: FPS 31.1%, Old School 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Medieval 10.6%, Exploration 10.1%
- #8 Hedon Bloodrite
92% matchVery Positive91% of 1,951 reviews2019
Dev: Zan_HedonDev
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Zan and her orc sisters must fight to save their homeland from a demonic invasion! Immerse yourself in a sprawling underground world where the rich lore, exploration and puzzles of classic adventure games blend with the visceral combat of a 90s' shooter.
Why similar: FPS 30.1%, Old School 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Exploration 10.4%, First-Person 9.2%
- #9 Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King
91% matchVery Positive86% of 785 reviews2017
Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.Pub: FDG Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore a huge open game world in classic action-adventure fashion! Prove your worth by fighting through monster-infested dungeons to save the Kingdom of Blossom!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 43.4%, Pixel Graphics 30.4%, Adventure 14.3%, Female Protagonist 11.9%
- #10 Frogun Encore
91% matchVery Positive88% of 136 reviews2024
Dev: MolegatoPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Frogun ENCORE is a dashing standalone expansion/sequel to indie hit FROGUN! Join now older Renata and Jake in a trek around the whole world to prevent the return of Beelzebub. ENCORE builds on FROGUN's retro PS1/N64 formula. Plus, enjoy the whole adventure in true couch co-op.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 27.7%, Local Co-Op 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 18%, Adventure 14.6%, 3D 11.9%
- #11 FLARE NUINUI QUEST
90% matchVery Positive93% of 253 reviews2024
Dev: sulpxPub: holo Indie
Windows · Linux
Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 22.5%, Old School 18.4%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Adventure 13.8%, Fantasy 12.2%
- #12 FlyKnight
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,640 reviews2025
Dev: Wabbaboy
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Explore, fight, loot and fish! Solo or in co-op mode in this Old School First Person Dungeon Crawler. Earn your knighthood as you oppose the evil witch Lunamoth and stop her curse which prevents everyone from growing wings.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.5%, Old School 22.4%, First-Person 16%, Fantasy 10%, Exploration 9.1%
- #13 Dark Quest 2
89% matchVery Positive84% of 662 reviews2018
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dark Quest 2 is a turn based RPG where you control a party of heroes on your epic quest to defeat the evil sorcerer and his minions.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 37.7%, Local Multiplayer 31.1%, Adventure 15.8%, Fantasy 15.4%
- #14 Ancient Kingdoms
87% matchVery Positive87% of 484 reviews2025
Dev: Ancient Pixels
Windows · Linux
Dive into an old-school pixel art RPG inspired by classic MMORPGs! Explore epic dungeons, battle fearsome bosses, and complete quests solo offline or online with up to 5 players. Choose your class, gear up, and craft your own legend!
Why similar: CRPG 32.3%, Action RPG 18.4%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Medieval 8.7%, Exploration 8.3%
- #15 Warlocks vs Shadows
89% matchMixed60% of 283 reviews2015
Dev: Frozen DistrictPub: ONE MORE LEVEL
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Slay monsters. Defeat epic bosses. Collect magical gear. Become a Warlock and save the universe.
Why similar: Action RPG 52.7%, Pixel Graphics 28.4%, Fantasy 18.8%
- #16 A Quest That Became Legend
86% matchVery Positive85% of 100 reviews2023
Dev: Neon Light Studio
Windows
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: Old School 16.4%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Character Customization 13.6%, Exploration 10.6%, First-Person 9.1%
- #17 Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons
85% matchVery Positive91% of 430 reviews2024
Dev: @unepic_franPub: Unepic Games
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Join Pampas and Selene as they overcome monsters, demons, and the Dark Priest with the help of the gods themselves! Explore this co-opvania 8-bit platformer alone or with a friend. This retro game is a loving tribute to an MSX2 masterpiece from the creator of UnEpic, Ghost 1.0, and UnMetal.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 30.7% ★, Local Co-Op 29%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Medieval 9%, Old School 6.8%
- #18 Kitaria Fables
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,716 reviews2021
Dev: Twin HeartsPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Action Adventure fused with RPG and Farming elements. Armed with sword, bow and spellbook, fight against a rising darkness threatening the world. Plunder dungeons in search of relics and resources, tend to your farm to make provisions and potions, and take on quests solo, or with a friend!
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 32.4% ★, Local Co-Op 20.9%, Action RPG 15.4%, Local Multiplayer 14%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #19 Under The Island
83% matchVery Positive92% of 509 reviews2026
Dev: Slime King GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in Under the Island! A 2D action-adventure steeped in ‘90s charm, step into the shoes of Nia, and battle fierce monsters, solve clever puzzles, and explore a world alive with mystery as you race to save your new home before it’s too late.
Why similar: Action RPG 41.3%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Exploration 15.2%, Fantasy 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.8%
- #20 MannaRites
84% matchVery Positive91% of 300 reviews2020
Dev: DamonWall
Windows · Linux
Fantasy beat'em'up with a bit of RPG flavor and couch co-op. Explore open map, fight brutal enemies, find and equip weapons, armor and artifacts, make your hero stronger by gaining experience and learning unique perks and combat moves!
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 34.5% ★, Local Co-Op 22.6%, Action RPG 13.4%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #21 9th Dawn II
84% matchVery Positive82% of 168 reviews2016
Dev: Valorware
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 40%
A large scale fully openworld RPG full of fast-paced action, dungeon crawling, with single or multiplayer adventures! Fight plenty of ferocious monsters, collect masses of loot and take on ancient lost puzzles within the depths of Caspartia!
Why similar: Action RPG 51.6%, Adventure 26.8%, Action-Adventure 21.6%
- #22 Secrets of Grindea
80% matchVery Positive89% of 8,579 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Ferrets
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 75.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Secrets of Grindea is an old-school Action RPG with co-op support for up to 4 players. Journey through fantastical lands and battle tons of different enemies and bosses in your quest for truth, friendship and, above all, finding the world’s rarest treasures!
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 44% ★, Action RPG 18.8%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Character Customization 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #23 Wild West and Wizards
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 389 reviews2020
Dev: Lavaboots Studios
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Wild West and Wizards is an open world exploration RPG set in a re-imagined new frontier. Pick a class and level up unlocking abilities and exploring a world filled with quests, loot, outlaws, bosses, spells, caves, towns, and other mysterious places.
Why similar: FPS 26.8%, Action RPG 19.1%, Character Customization 11.7%, Adventure 9.9%, Exploration 9.4%
- #24 GRAVEN
81% matchMixed54% of 1,527 reviews2024
Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.
Why similar: FPS 28.5%, Old School 15.9%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Exploration 10.6%, First-Person 10.3%
- #25 Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor
81% matchVery Positive91% of 106 reviews2022
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
You are in a barbarian land. They are trying to kill you. The Queen demands you tame them. So what now? Escape into an exciting, open-ended story and cunning tactical combat. Epic, indie fantasy adventure. Freely explore a huge world, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose.
Why similar: CRPG 59.9%, Old School 17.4%, Adventure 12.2%, Fantasy 10.5%
- #26 Mercenary Kings: Reloaded Edition
82% matchMostly Positive70% of 2,446 reviews2014
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 51.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.8%, Local Multiplayer 15.5%, Adventure 7%, Old School 3.5%
- #27 Barony
79% matchVery Positive91% of 17,754 reviews2015
Dev: Turning Wheel LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Barony is the premier first-person roguelike with cooperative play! Adventure alone, or gather a party with iconic and unusual RPG classes to face off against the brutal dungeons. Test your resourcefulness, wits, and friendships, on your quest to lift the evil lich's curse!
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 31% ★, Local Co-Op 22.2%, Local Multiplayer 17.2%, Action RPG 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #28 Cave Quest 2
79% matchVery Positive94% of 68 reviews2021
Dev: MD Studio
Windows · Mac
Fight back against the underworld by acquiring powerful talents and spells on your journey to save your friends in this exciting and clever Match 3 game!
Why similar: Exploration 29.7%, Adventure 25.4%, Female Protagonist 23.4%, Fantasy 21.6%
- #29 Garbanzo Quest
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 680 reviews2024
Dev: zagawee
Windows · Mac · Linux
GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 52.1%, Old School 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #30 Lenna's Inception
78% matchVery Positive88% of 300 reviews2020
Dev: Bytten Studio
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The legendary hero is dead, and a strange glitch is spreading across the kingdom. Explore dangerous dungeons, and defeat the eight archangels to restore order to an unraveling world in this epic action-adventure RPG.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Action RPG 9.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.2%
- #31 Little Big Adventure 2
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 931 reviews2015
Dev: [2.21]
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Twinsen's Little Big Adventure 2 Classic is a retro action-adventure game originally released in 1997. After saving the world from the evilish Doctor Funfrock, Twinsen is now ready to face a new threat coming from outer space.
Why similar: 1990's 46.1%, Old School 17.4%, Exploration 14.6%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Adventure 10.2%
- #32 Gedonia 2
76% matchVery Positive83% of 960 reviews2025
Dev: Kazakov Oleg
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Gedonia 2 is an online coop RPG, which allows up to 4 players to freely explore living open world and build absolutely unique characters. An expanded and improved sequel for RPG Gedonia.
Why similar: CRPG 35.6%, Action RPG 24.8%, Old School 11.5%, Exploration 9%, Character Customization 7.4%
- #33 Slime Heroes
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2025
Dev: Pancake GamesPub: Whitethorn Games
Windows
Play as the last slime tasked with saving their home in this cute 3D action-adventure slimes-like! Customize your slime, play alone or with a friend, collect weapons and gear, battle challenging enemies and bosses, gain skills, and combine them to create your own abilities to suit your playstyle!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.9%, Local Multiplayer 18.2%, Action RPG 16.1%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Character Customization 8.5%
- #34 Labyronia RPG 2
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 705 reviews2015
Dev: LabyrinthinePub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
You return to the land of Labyronia, now in the cold grip of an evil force. Roam the wartorn lands. You are the only one who can save the planet from destruction. The epic sequel to the critically-acclaimed Labyronia.
Why similar: Adventure 40%, Pixel Graphics 37.5%, Fantasy 22.5%
- #35 Zofia
75% matchVery Positive89% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: 74 Ninjas, LLC
Windows · Linux
Zofia is a first person RPG. Branded as a heretic and an outcast, you manage to escape the northern empire and take up work as a Seeker. Make your character with a light character creator. Utilize surface-based magic, grapplehooks, and a variety of weapons to stop a corruption called the blight.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 26.9% ★, Local Co-Op 20.5%, Action RPG 13.7%, Character Customization 8.6%, First-Person 7.6%
- #36 Second Sun
74% matchMostly Positive70% of 130 reviews2025
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Second Sun is a Hi-octane FPS with RPG elements, set in an open world, filled with intriguing landmarks, procedurally generated dungeons and tons of loot! Explore a vast, picturesque map and use your abilities to save the Empire from devastation and prevent the world from falling into darkness.
Why similar: FPS 42.6%, Action-Adventure 20.4%, Character Customization 15.3%, Exploration 12.3%, Adventure 9.4%
- #37 Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 668 reviews2022
Dev: Square One Games Inc.Pub: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
An old-school hack-and-slash action RPG awaits! Pick one of five heroes, defeat monstrous enemies with weapons and spells, loot treasure and level up in this classic D&D fantasy adventure.
Why similar: CRPG 29.6%, Action RPG 19.8%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Character Customization 8.8%, Old School 7.1%
- #38 Wizard of Legend 2
73% matchMixed52% of 2,538 reviews2025
Dev: Dead MagePub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Face perilous magical trials in the fast-paced rogue-lite follow-up to the acclaimed original, featuring co-op and vibrant new 3D visuals. Master new Arcana and elements, experiment with spell combinations, and become the next Wizard of Legend!
Why similar: Adventure 100%
- #39 Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy
71% matchVery Positive90% of 3,437 reviews2023
Dev: FrozenbytePub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The Trine series is back with its biggest adventure! In their fifth outing, the Heroes of Trine are pitted against dastardly and duplicitous villains, who will stop at nothing to seize control of the kingdom. The clock is ticking to save the world of Trine!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 31%, Action-Adventure 16.9%, Local Multiplayer 16.7%, Adventure 9.3%, Fantasy 8.4%
- #40 Kingdom of Night
70% matchVery Positive88% of 399 reviews2025
Dev: Friends of SafetyPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Hunt down nightmarish demons and save the town of Miami, AZ in this 80s-themed, isometric action-RPG. With an expansive, interconnected map and open-ended quests, explore freely while unraveling the main story. Kingdom of Night is a unique blend of coming-of-age drama, cosmic horror, and true love.
Why similar: Action RPG 31.9%, Local Co-Op 29.2%, Character Customization 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Old School 11%
- #41 Tiny Tina's Wonderlands
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 24,647 reviews2022
Dev: Gearbox SoftwarePub: 2K
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Embark on an epic adventure full of whimsy, wonder, and high-powered weaponry! Roll your own multiclass hero then shoot, loot, slash, and cast on a quest to stop the Dragon Lord.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.5%, FPS 24.4%, Action RPG 17.4%, Character Customization 10.9%, Fantasy 8.7%
- #42 Woodle Tree 2: Worlds
74% matchMixed70% of 285 reviews2016
Dev: Fabio FerraraPub: Chubby Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Woodle Tree 2: Worlds is an open world platformer/adventure videogame. This time the forces of evil are taking over the Wood Lands with a black substance that is absorbing energy and life from the living creatures! Will you be able to take over this enormous new evil force?
Why similar: Adventure 100%
- #43 Wanderlust Adventures
75% matchMixed60% of 254 reviews2015
Dev: Yeti TrunkPub: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Wanderlust Adventures is an online, free-roaming, open world, action adventure RPG. Join fellow heroes online, explore vast and deadly landscapes, and capture companions to aid you in your quest. Forge powerful items, salvage artifacts, and crush the souls of menacing foes!
Why similar: Action RPG 52.3%, Pixel Graphics 25.5%, Adventure 22.1%
- #44 Quest Master
70% matchVery Positive98% of 389 reviews2024
Dev: Apogee Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Quest Master is a dungeon maker inspired by the classics that first made us love dungeon crawling. Unleash your imagination, alone or in local co-op, to make dungeons full of puzzles, traps and monsters. Upload them for others to explore and challenge yourself with other players’ creations.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 38.2%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Medieval 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Old School 11.4%
- #45 Curse of the Sea Rats
73% matchMixed59% of 219 reviews2023
Dev: Petoons Studio
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Embark on an epic, hand-animated, ‘ratoidvania’ adventure, where your crew has been turned into rats by a pirate witch! Explore a rich non-linear world, enjoy fun action platforming, face challenging bosses, and unlock unique abilities - either alone or in local co-op!
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 38.1% ★, Local Co-Op 26.6%, Local Multiplayer 16.8%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Combat 5.7%
- #46 Valkie 64
72% matchMixed70% of 166 reviews2022
Dev: Malte Glade
Windows
Valkie 64 is an action adventure inspired by games from the Nintendo 64 era. Play as Valkie, the last hope of the realms. Conquer dungeons, help the townsfolk and find secrets!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 25.3%, 1990's 22.7%, Old School 11.8%, Fantasy 11.2%, Female Protagonist 11%
- #47 The Wizards - Dark Times: Brotherhood
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 528 reviews2020
Dev: Carbon StudioPub: Vertigo Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Face the end of the world in the sequel to The Wizards. The critically acclaimed VR spellcaster returns with a gesture-based system, challenging enemies, grand adventure, and the ever-witty narrator.
Why similar: Adventure 26.6%, Action-Adventure 22.6%, Fantasy 17.6%, Exploration 17.2%, First-Person 16%
- #48 Split Fiction
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 125,678 reviews2025
Dev: Hazelight StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 15.3 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Embrace mind-blowing moments as you’re pulled deep into the many worlds of Split Fiction, a boundary-pushing co-op adventure.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 34.7% ★, Local Co-Op 30.1%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Fantasy 5.5%
- #49 Dread Delusion
68% matchVery Positive90% of 5,210 reviews2024
Dev: Lovely HellplacePub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.
Why similar: 1990's 19.4%, Medieval 12.1%, Action RPG 9.9%, Exploration 9.9%, First-Person 9.6%
- #50 Philna Fantasy
70% matchMixed57% of 560 reviews2026
Dev: Sailike GamePub: Anotherindie
Windows
Philna Fantasy is a classic pixel action RPG where you explore diverse regions, battle through dungeons, solve puzzles, craft gear, and collect adorable pets. Choose your class, discover powerful loot, and fight back against the invading shadow.
Why similar: Action RPG 38.8%, Pixel Graphics 20%, Medieval 18%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Adventure 7.5%
- #51 Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 309 reviews2023
Dev: Cornfox & Brothers Ltd.Pub: FDG Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Sequel to the critically acclaimed action adventure. Experience a gorgeous new third person 3D view and embark on an epic journey that unfolds the mysteries of what happened 1000 years ago.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 28.3%, Old School 17.3%, Exploration 16.8%, Adventure 14.3%, Fantasy 13.6%
- #52 Dark Scrolls
68% matchMixed61% of 153 reviews2026
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Dark Scrolls is a fantasy-themed action platformer that fuses shmup-style chaos with roguelite progression and is packed with charm, challenge, and secrets.
Why similar: 1990's 26.8%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, Adventure 15%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Old School 12.3%
- #53 The Crazy Hyper-Dungeon Chronicles
67% matchVery Positive83% of 290 reviews2025
Dev: Fix-a-Bug
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!
Why similar: Action RPG 30.4%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Fantasy 13.9%, Exploration 13.7%, Adventure 10%
- #54 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
66% matchVery Positive82% of 6,469 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Why similar: Action RPG 35.3%, Medieval 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Character Customization 11.4%, Fantasy 8.7%
- #55 Song of the Myrne: What Lies Beneath
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 91 reviews2015
Dev: Beldarak Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Explore the island of Namok and its dungeon, both of them full of adventures, dangers and big bosses. Craft new armors, weapons, potions, etc... Meet the crazy townfolks and discover the secrets that lie beneath Namok.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.3%, Action RPG 20.4%, Local Multiplayer 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Fantasy 8%
- #56 Hand of Doom
67% matchVery Positive87% of 340 reviews2023
Dev: Torple DookPub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Sign a contract in blood! Travel throughout the planes of existence slaying or befriending powerful doomlords in this wizard simulator inspired by the FMV games and dungeon crawlers of the early 90's. Learn powerful spells to solve puzzles and combat the dark forces amassing against you.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 22.7%, Old School 17.7%, Exploration 15.9%, First-Person 14.7%, Adventure 11.1%
- #57 The Quest
69% matchVery Positive86% of 538 reviews2016
Dev: Redshift Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Quest is a beautifully hand-drawn open world role playing game with old school grid-based movement, turn based combat and intricate quests. Explore a huge world, full of challenging mysteries and dangerous monsters!
Why similar: First-Person 27.1%, CRPG 26.2%, Adventure 14.3%, Fantasy 13.6%, Old School 10.1%
- #58 Wife Quest
67% matchVery Positive82% of 425 reviews2021
Dev: Pippin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A retro platform, side-scrolling game with gorgeous pixel art. Help Mia rescue Fernando, her husband, who has been kidnapped by a Dark Elf named Morganna and her pack of Monster Girls.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 33.6%, Fantasy 19.4%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Adventure 16.3%, Combat 14.2%
- #59 Darxanadon
68% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Action RPG 42.2%, Action-Adventure 18.8%, Medieval 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Female Protagonist 8.4%
- #60 Wyvia
65% matchVery Positive95% of 162 reviews2023
Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
Windows · Linux
Wyvia is an open world 3D action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs. Save your world from a monstrous invasion. Choose from 10 classes customizing them with a robust cross-class skill system, craft and upgrade tons of weapons, explore dungeons battling a variety of enemies, and defeat terrifying bosses!
Why similar: Action RPG 23.3%, Medieval 17%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Character Customization 10.8%