Games Like Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

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 25%, Difficult 12.2%, Historical 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%, Character Customization 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Team NINJA’s deeper yokai action RPG shares Wo Long’s rapid weapon combat, demanding bosses, loot-heavy builds, and historical supernatural setting.

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 40.6%, Difficult 10.4%, Hack and Slash 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Action RPG 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This earlier Team NINJA soulslike delivers similarly punishing stamina-based swordplay, elaborate gear builds, and Japanese folklore-infused historical missions.

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 31.3%, Difficult 11.9%, Action RPG 11.5%, Hack and Slash 10%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark Chinese historical fantasy soulslike with fast melee combat, supernatural corruption, build customization, and difficult boss fights.

The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.6%, Difficult 14.3%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Action RPG 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its highly aggressive boss combat, sharp dodge-and-parry fundamentals, weapon variety, and demanding progression closely suit Wo Long’s combat-first appeal.

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 43.3%, Difficult 19.9%, Hack and Slash 6.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its relentless posture system and precise deflection duels make it the closest match for players who loved mastering Wo Long’s parry timing.

Developed in cooperation between Square Enix and Team NINJA (Koei Tecmo Games), STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is a hard-core action RPG that takes the FINAL FANTASY series in a new direction. Experience the boldest and most merciless battles in FINAL FANTASY history.

Why similar: Souls-like 20.1%, Action RPG 18.9%, JRPG 13%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, RPG 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Another Team NINJA action RPG, it offers fast stance-like combat, numerous jobs and weapons, co-op options, and punishing mission-based battles.

Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque era.

Why similar: Souls-like 47.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Action RPG 10.9%, Difficult 9.3%, Violent 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: This polished soulslike centers on deliberate guard, perfect-block, and weapon-build systems while maintaining a grim fantasy atmosphere and challenging bosses.

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 36%, Action RPG 20.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, RPG 8.2%, Hack and Slash 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It combines Chinese mythology, cinematic boss encounters, staff-based martial action, and a dark supernatural journey that complements Wo Long’s setting and intensity.

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.9%, Difficult 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Action RPG 10%

Why You'll Like It: A compact soulslike built around aggressive counterattacks, timed deflections, plague-ridden dark fantasy, and tightly designed boss encounters.

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: Souls-like 21.8%, Action RPG 19.6%, Historical 15.5%, RPG 9.7%, Character Customization 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Team NINJA’s open-world historical action RPG retains its satisfying stance-based swordplay, countersparks, loot, and mission-driven combat.

Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 39.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Difficult 10.4%, Action RPG 7.1%, Hack and Slash 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its weighty, dangerous melee combat and defensive hardening mechanic offer a slower but similarly tense alternative to Wo Long’s duels.

In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.9%, Action RPG 10.6%, Difficult 9.7%, Character Customization 8.5%, JRPG 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This anime soulslike offers challenging third-person combat, extensive character builds, AI companions, and dark fantasy exploration.

A vast world awaits in the medieval, dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen. As a fabled Dark Crusader, embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. The final major update Version 2.5 is out now: features deadlier boss battles and all-new Veteran Mode.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Action RPG 15.8%, Character Customization 9.2%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern dark-fantasy soulslike with heavy build variety, difficult melee encounters, co-op, and dual-realm exploration.

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

Why similar: Souls-like 37.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Difficult 13.5%, Action RPG 9.5%, RPG 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It expands the soulslike formula into a vast open world filled with build experimentation, brutal optional bosses, and dark mythic fantasy.

Dark Souls continues to push the boundaries with the latest, ambitious chapter in the critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series. Prepare yourself and Embrace The Darkness!

Why similar: Souls-like 40.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Difficult 15.8%, Action RPG 7.4%, RPG 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast-paced combat, memorable boss gauntlet, weapon experimentation, and bleak fantasy world make it a foundational alternative for Wo Long fans.

Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike set in a beautiful sun-lit world inspired by Italian folklore where the brightest sun casts the darkest shadow. Wear unique role-altering masks, face formidable foes and alter reality with the power of Ardore to unravel the secrets of Enotria.

Why similar: Souls-like 32.1%, Difficult 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Violent 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its parry-centric combat, equipable masks, elemental build options, and boss-focused action make it a fitting soulslike follow-up.

Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms

Why similar: Martial Arts 25.8% ★, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Historical 17.7%, Action RPG 17.3%, RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It trades soulslike tension for large-scale spectacle, but its Three Kingdoms setting and modernized martial combat make it an excellent thematic companion.

Paris, 1789. The French Revolution has been suppressed with bloodshed by Louis XVI and his merciless mechanical army. Aegis, a mysterious automaton masterpiece, must confront the king's army alone to save history in this challenging action-RPG.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.4%, Difficult 12%, Action RPG 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Character Customization 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This methodical soulslike pairs alternate-history fantasy with customizable weapons, stamina management, and precision-focused mechanical combat.

In the distant future when civilization is on the verge of extinction, people follow the legend of the Elysium in the last city, Havenswell. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland sci-fi ARPG, you will play as Arrisa, a Blader with immortality, and explore the city ruin to find the hope of a new life.

Why similar: Souls-like 54.5%, Action RPG 20%, RPG 6.9%, Female Protagonist 5.5%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish anime action RPG with challenging bosses, timing-focused melee combat, exploration, and customizable combat builds.

Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition is a challenging action role playing game set in a world of dark fantasy. Step into the shoes of Couriers, as they discover the tale behind the mysterious Dark Mist.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Action RPG 15%, Difficult 13.9%, RPG 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy action RPG features stamina-based combat, multiple playable fighters, weighty bosses, and a grim corrupted world.

Deathbound is a unique Soulslike. Build a party of four characters and instantly morph between them in and out of combat. Combine their abilities to pull off devastating attacks and slay those who stand before you.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.9%, Difficult 15.6%, Action RPG 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Violent 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its party-swapping system lets players chain distinct fighting styles during challenging soulslike encounters in a bleak fantasy world.

In a bid to survive, explore the sprawling, devastated Jericho City. Fight ferocious threats in brutal, unforgiving combat, slashing and tearing the limbs off your opponents to steal their equipment.

Why similar: Souls-like 55.5%, Difficult 8.4%, RPG 8.2%, Violent 5.3%, Action 5%

Why You'll Like It: Its directional blocking, targeted limb dismemberment, modular gear crafting, and demanding combat provide a distinctive science-fiction soulslike alternative.

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 28.5% ★, Souls-like 25.7%, Difficult 19.3%, Action 6.3%, Gore 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its martial-arts brawling, structure-breaking counters, repeated mastery loop, and high skill ceiling appeal to players who value Wo Long’s precise combat.

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 37.2% ★, Action RPG 23.2%, RPG 20.6%, Female Protagonist 4.8%, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: This Chinese fantasy action RPG provides real-time sword combat, mythological creatures, party-driven storytelling, and a more narrative-focused take on similar cultural themes.

The story of Cal Kestis continues in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™, a galaxy-spanning, third-person, action-adventure game.

Why similar: Souls-like 54.2%, Action 9.6%, Third Person 8.3%, Difficult 7.7%, Character Customization 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its stance-based lightsaber combat, parries, difficult enemy encounters, and exploration offer a more accessible but mechanically compatible action adventure.

Ashen is an action RPG about a wanderer in search of a place to call home.

Why similar: Souls-like 41.6%, Action RPG 14.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, RPG 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its austere world, deliberate combat, AI or co-op companionship, and challenging exploration provide a quieter but strong soulslike alternative.

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.8%, Difficult 19.1%, Martial Arts 14.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Gore 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Though side-scrolling, its demanding Sekiro-inspired deflections, boss-focused action, and Taoist sci-fi setting strongly reward Wo Long-style timing mastery.

Explore the last remnants of civilization in this vast, unforgiving, and interconnected world. Learn what is left of its history. Discover pockets of natural life in the perpetually expanding Omnistructure. Lose yourself in a journey unlike any other. Find your purpose in the world.

Why similar: Souls-like 50.7%, Action RPG 21.4%, RPG 11.7%, Action 8%, Third Person 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This atmospheric indie soulslike emphasizes oppressive dark fantasy, cautious melee engagements, unusual builds, and exploration of a hostile world.

In the third game in the dark samurai action RPG series Nioh, you will need to use both Samurai and Ninja combat styles in your battles against formidable yokai as you explore a thrilling open field.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.9%, Action RPG 11.6%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Difficult 11%, Dark Fantasy 9%

Their Flesh Is Your Weapon. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel action-RPG with adrenaline-charged, high-stakes combat. Possess warrior Shells, dethrone false gods, redeem a ravaged world.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Difficult 12.2%, Action RPG 12%, Violent 8.2%

A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title from Respawn. An abandoned Padawan must complete his training, develop new powerful Force abilities, and master the art of the lightsaber - all while staying one step ahead of the Empire.

Why similar: Souls-like 48.8%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, RPG 9.1%, Third Person 7.7%, Action 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A focused adventure built around readable enemy patterns, parries, dodge timing, boss fights, and interconnected exploration.

An Oni Gauntlet-wielding samurai makes a stand in Kyoto against the encroaching Genma menace. Through gritty, blood-soaked brawls, he searches for his reason to fight. What fate awaits at the end of his path?

Why similar: Souls-like 33.1%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Action RPG 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Action 7.7%

Hellpoint is an intense action RPG taking place on Irid Novo, a derelict space station soaked in an intoxicating dark sci fi atmosphere. Fight dreadful creatures, face the Cosmic Gods and unravel their twisted story. Should the challenge be too great, play with a friend in local or online coop.

Why similar: Souls-like 39.2%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Action RPG 12.3%, Difficult 8.4%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It brings stamina-based melee combat, labyrinthine sci-fi horror environments, build variety, and optional co-op to the soulslike formula.

Through victory and defeat, traverse the merciless trials of hell.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.9%, Martial Arts 17.6% ★, Action RPG 15.2%, Historical 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%

An epic adventure awaits, where you and your chosen partners explore a post-apocalyptic world, face fierce battles against powerful enemies, and uncover an epic story that transcends time.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.1%, Action RPG 15.3%, JRPG 10.3%, Character Customization 10.2%, RPG 9.8%

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.1%, Historical 21.2%, JRPG 20.5%, RPG 11.4%, Hack and Slash 9.2%

Game Freak's brand-new title: Beast of Reincarnation is an action RPG with a fusion of real-time and turn-based combat. Experience the innovative "one-person, one-dog action RPG" in the beautiful yet harsh world of Beast of Reincarnation. What awaits at the end of Emma and Koo's journey?

Why similar: Souls-like 32%, Action RPG 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Difficult 11.5%, RPG 7%

The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.2%, Gore 16.8%, Difficult 16.7%, Violent 12.6%, Action 12.3%

The supreme "WARRIORS OROCHI" experience is here! The definitive installment of the "WARRIORS OROCHI 4", featuring all the content of the WARRIORS OROCHI 4: The Ultimate Upgrade Pack, is available now.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 44.7%, Action 27.2%, Historical 9.9%, Co-op 6.8%, Action RPG 4.5%

DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin brings the franchise’s renowned obscurity & gripping gameplay to a new level. Join the dark journey and experience overwhelming enemy encounters, diabolical hazards, and unrelenting challenge.

Why similar: Souls-like 39.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Difficult 14.1%, Action RPG 7.2%, RPG 6.7%

Using Unreal Engine 5 to significantly enhance graphic expression, this is the definitive version of "NINJA GAIDEN 2," featuring additional playable characters and enhanced battle support functions.

Why similar: Martial Arts 25.3% ★, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Difficult 14%, Gore 14%, Violent 9.3%

A new SAMURAI WARRIORS begins. After a 7-year wait, a new instalment in the tactical action series "SAMURAI WARRIORS" is finally here!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 42.6%, Historical 31.6%, Action 13.7%, Co-op 9.7%, Singleplayer 2.3%

A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!

Why similar: Action RPG 27.6%, JRPG 21.7%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, RPG 9.9%, Fantasy 8.2%

Experience the thrill of one versus thousands in an all new open world setting with DYNASTY WARRIORS 9! Travel through Ancient China depicted on a single, vast, open-world map, master the new State Combo System, and watch the Three Kingdoms story unfold through a cast of 90 playable characters!

Why similar: Action 73.2%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Historical 7.2%, Action RPG 4%, Co-op 1.3%

Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.

Why similar: Souls-like 25.1%, Difficult 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Violent 8.4%, Gore 8.4%

"Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends" introduces entirely new levels of fun to the refreshing gameplay vanquishing swarms of enemies with mighty warriors found in "Dynasty Warriors 8."

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.8%, Historical 23.1%, Action 10.4%, Action RPG 5.8%, Third Person 5.5%

Embark on an epic odyssey to save your younger sister – and the whole of humanity – from mysterious dimensional invaders from beyond the starlit skies in Lost Soul Aside™.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.5%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Action RPG 17%, JRPG 12%, RPG 9.4%

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 26% ★, Historical 20.3%, Action RPG 14.1%, RPG 10.4%, Hack and Slash 9.2%

DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires is part of the "Empires" series, in which you aim to conquer ancient China using both strategy and the one warrior versus one thousand tactical action the WARRIORS series is known for.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.8%, Character Customization 19.5%, Historical 19%, Action 13.8%, RPG 8.5%

Experience an epic action-adventure story set in feudal Japan! Become a lethal shinobi assassin and powerful legendary samurai as you explore a beautiful open world in a time of chaos.

Why similar: Historical 40.8%, Violent 14.2%, RPG 13%, Action 11.7%, Third Person 8%

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Souls-like 55.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Difficult 12.4%, RPG 5.2%, Action RPG 4.7%

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: Souls-like 32.6%, Historical 16.4%, Action RPG 13.3%, Gore 9.3%, Action 8.7%

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 32% ★, RPG 21.7%, Action RPG 21.1%, Souls-like 5.9%, Hack and Slash 5.7%

The truly ultimate "WARRIORS OROCHI 3" is now available on Steam! With all the content of "WARRIORS OROCHI 3", new characters and episodes that deepen the story, new modes, and DLC that has been released for other platforms, enjoy the world of Orochi to your heart's content!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 48.4%, Action 21.5%, Fantasy 13.6%, Co-op 9.3%, Adventure 4.3%

Master ancient tech to hunt down giant beasts. WILD HEARTS™ is a twist on the hunting genre where technology gives you a fighting chance against giant nature-infused beasts. Hunt alone or with friends.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.2%, Hack and Slash 20%, RPG 13%, Co-op 10.7%, Action 8.7%

A dark action RPG rooted in Korean mythology, with brutal, fast combat.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Action RPG 14.6%, Difficult 11.3%, Hack and Slash 9.2%

300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!

Why similar: Action RPG 23.8%, JRPG 23.3%, RPG 14.1%, Fantasy 7.9%, Hack and Slash 7.7%

Save humanity from extinction in post-apocalyptic action-adventure Stellar Blade™. Experience blistering combat and a twisting storyline as you unravel the mysteries of Earth’s downfall.

Why similar: Souls-like 40.2%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action RPG 15%, Action 7.2%, Female Protagonist 7%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30%, Gore 22%, Violent 18.4%, Difficult 14.3%, Action 10.8%

From Moon Studios, the award-winning creators of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, comes No Rest for the Wicked, a unique, visceral Action RPG set in a hand-crafted world with Souls-like combat. Featuring co-op for up to four players.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.1%, Action RPG 16.7%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Character Customization 8.8%