- #1 Wyvia: Prologue
97% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
Windows
Wyvia is an open world 3D action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs. Save your world from a monstrous invasion. Choose from 4 unique classes, and customize them with a robust cross-class skill system. Craft and upgrade weapons and armor. Explore dungeons full of enemies, and defeat terrifying bosses!
Why similar: Dragons 15.6% ★, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Dungeon Crawler 10.7%, JRPG 10.3%, 2.5D 10.3%
- #2 Hammerwatch II
96% matchMixed62% of 2,198 reviews2023
Dev: CrackshellPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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: Hack and Slash 14.5%, Dungeon Crawler 14%, Dragons 13% ★, Medieval 12.6%, Action RPG 11.9%
- #3 Wigmund
96% matchVery Positive81% of 735 reviews2022
Dev: The Scholastics
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Defeat the evil Antiochus as you fight his malefic servants in this open-world fantasy action RPG with a unique, real-time combat game-play. Crafting, fishing, hunting, cooking, talents, professions and many other things are at hand.
Why similar: Dragons 21% ★, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Medieval 11.9%, Action RPG 11.1%
- #4 Ortharion : The Last Battle
95% matchMixed67% of 93 reviews2025
Dev: Ortharion project
Windows
Ortharion: The Last Battle is a hack'n slash RPG that immerses you in a medieval fantasy world full of secrets. Customize your hero by combining classes, equipment and spells to create unique synergies to face formidable bosses to prove your strength.
Why similar: Class-Based 21.5% ★, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Action RPG 13.3%, Medieval 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #5 Striving for Light
94% matchVery Positive80% of 223 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Action RPG 17.9%, Isometric 16.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #6 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
94% matchVery Positive83% of 5,864 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, Class-Based 14.7% ★, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Action RPG 13.2%, Medieval 9.7%
- #7 9th Dawn Remake
92% matchVery Positive86% of 518 reviews2024
Dev: Valorware
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Rediscover the magic of the 9th Dawn series with this complete re-imagining of the original game. Venture into a massive 2.5D open world. Explore 45 new dungeons in single-player or online/local co-op, craft weapons, raise pets, play a deck-building card game, and take down the Castle of Maltyr!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 14.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.6%, 2.5D 14.2%, Action RPG 11.9%, Character Customization 8.2%
- #8 Dungeons of Sundaria
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,377 reviews2023
Dev: Industry Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! Will you become a hero of legend?
Why similar: Class-Based 21.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Action RPG 12.3%, Character Customization 10.1%
- #9 Naxia
93% matchMixed56% of 111 reviews2019
Dev: Infinite8
Windows
Naxia is a brainchild of old school action-RPGs and modern rogue-lites, which means you get to explore a procedurally generated world and master your guardian’s fighting abilities to help them save Naxia from threats far beyond their wildest expectations.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.6%, Dungeon Crawler 18.4%, Action RPG 17.6%, Isometric 14.8%, Medieval 13%
- #10 The Rangers In The South
91% matchVery Positive83% of 798 reviews2025
Dev: DPA Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Purge the lands in this 2.5D HD Pixelart RogueLike ARPG! Create hundreds of characters with unique strategies and abilities, face hordes of enemies, explore different biomes, procedurally generated dungeons, and obtain unique items!
Why similar: 2.5D 17.9%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, JRPG 12.6%, Medieval 11.9%, Character Customization 9.7%
- #11 Gedonia
89% matchVery Positive87% of 3,849 reviews2022
Dev: Kazakov Oleg
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Gedonia is a classic open world rpg, featuring a complete freedom of building your character, exploring a huge world and completing quests.
Why similar: Dragons 35.2% ★, Medieval 20.5%, Character Customization 15.7%, RPG 10%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #12 Dungeons & Darkness
90% matchMixed69% of 121 reviews2016
Dev: Yamiuchi ProjectPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 19.6%, Dragons 16.7% ★, Hack and Slash 13.9%, RPG 11.9%, Medieval 9.9%
- #13 The 4th Coming
89% matchMostly Positive73% of 131 reviews2019
Dev: Dialsoft
Windows
Embark on an epic MMORPG adventure in The 4th Coming! Inspired by classics like Diablo and Ultima Online. The action of the game takes place in a medieval-fantasy world where the player plays a character with his characteristics, skills, spells and equipments.
Why similar: Dragons 16.3% ★, Medieval 13.5%, Isometric 13.1%, Dungeon Crawler 12.2%, Hack and Slash 12%
- #14 Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur
88% matchMostly Positive78% of 171 reviews2023
Dev: Gambir StudioPub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Step into the greaves of King Arthur in this fantasy action roguelite and wield the Broken Excalibur in a quest to rescue the scattered citizens of Camelot, vanquish the calamitous Void Giant, and escape from the Astral Dimension once and for all.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 16%, 2.5D 15.7%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Action RPG 12.4%, Medieval 10.8%
- #15 Philna Fantasy
87% matchMixed58% of 538 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 26.1%, Medieval 20%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Action-Adventure 13%, RPG 11.5%
- #16 Chronicon
86% matchVery Positive94% of 9,602 reviews2020
Dev: Subworld
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Use the magical device known as the Chronicon to travel into the souls and memories of fallen heroes to re-live their grand tales! Epic adventures full of loot and monsters await!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.1%, Dungeon Crawler 18.5%, Action RPG 16.7%, Class-Based 15.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #17 Ancient Kingdoms
85% matchVery Positive89% of 270 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: Dragons 22.6% ★, Dungeon Crawler 19.2%, Action RPG 14.5%, Medieval 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #18 Drova - Forsaken Kin
81% matchVery Positive94% of 9,095 reviews2024
Dev: Just2DPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.
Why similar: Action RPG 27.8%, Character Customization 20.9%, RPG 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Exploration 11.4%
- #19 Avencast: Rise of the Mage
86% matchMixed69% of 714 reviews2010
Dev: ClockStone
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Play Avencast, the epic roguelike action-RPG with tons of combat moves, spells, and equipment. Fight against evil forces to save your academy and vanquish the darkness. As you progress, learn powerful spells and combos to increase your chances of victory.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.8%, Dungeon Crawler 16.7%, Action RPG 13.8%, Isometric 13.1%, Character Customization 10.9%
- #20 Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem
84% matchMixed56% of 67,871 reviews2020
Dev: WOLCEN Studio
Windows
Median: 16.2 hrsMean: 32.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Isometric 15.7%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Dungeon Crawler 13.1%, Action RPG 12.7%, Medieval 12%
- #21 9th Dawn II
84% matchVery Positive82% of 167 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: Dungeon Crawler 28%, Action RPG 22%, RPG 21.3%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Adventure 9.7%
- #22 Anima : The Reign of Darkness
83% matchMixed69% of 630 reviews2021
Dev: Redeev
Windows
Explore a dark fantasy world, descend into the darkest depths and fight hordes of demons in this fast paced Action RPG. Fully customize your character, loot hunderd of unique items and destroy the evil that is corrupting the world once again!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 16.5%, Action RPG 15.4%, Isometric 14.3%, Class-Based 12.7% ★
- #23 Dread Delusion
80% matchVery Positive90% of 4,890 reviews2024
Dev: Lovely HellplacePub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.0 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: Medieval 19.6%, Character Customization 15.6%, RPG 12.7%, Exploration 10%, Action RPG 9.5%
- #24 Exiled Kingdoms
82% matchVery Positive90% of 1,099 reviews2018
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!
Why similar: Isometric 23%, Dungeon Crawler 22.4%, RPG 19.3%, Action RPG 8.7%, Fantasy 8%
- #25 Cladun X3
79% matchVery Positive88% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Villains from near and far have been summoned to Arcanus Cella to participate in a death game in the name of achieving world peace. Do you have what it takes to become the ultimate evil? Test your might and mettle in this highly customizable action RPG!
Why similar: Dragons 19.9% ★, Dungeon Crawler 14.5%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, JRPG 14.1%, Action RPG 12.1%
- #26 Eternium
79% matchVery Positive82% of 4,363 reviews2023
Dev: Dream PrimerPub: Making Fun
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Hack & slash against the dark forces threatening your home-world. Experience intense tactical fights in this fast paced, old school action RPG.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.7%, Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Top-Down 9.7%, Action RPG 9.2%
- #27 Dredgers
81% matchVery Positive89% of 501 reviews2019
Dev: Pirate-Rob
Windows
Based on traditional rogue-likes, Dredgers is a real-time dungeon crawler where you can play as 30 different races, each having their own stats and skills. With the unique class system you can mix and match classes as you desire, anything from an Archer-Knight to a Berserker-Summoner-Priest is possible!
Why similar: Class-Based 26.1% ★, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.3%, Action RPG 11.6%, Medieval 10%
- #28 Dragonpath
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 108 reviews2016
Dev: Ebonscale Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Dragonpath is a top-down hack'n'slash RPG with abilities tied to equipment rather than classes. Carve a bloody path through a broken underground realm inhabited by vicious monsters and few struggling remnants of civilization. Experiment with equipment to find the combination that suits your playstyle best!
Why similar: Dragons 16.7% ★, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, Action RPG 13%, Medieval 11.9%
- #29 The Black Grimoire: Cursebreaker
78% matchVery Positive86% of 835 reviews2024
Dev: Olipa Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
A story driven solo RPG inspired by oldschool games like RuneScape and Ultima Online! Explore a sprawling medieval fantasy world full of npcs with dialogue, level skills, fight varied monsters and uncover the story of Rothar Aercrest – the cursed lord to the remote woodlands of Imberthale.
Why similar: Character Customization 23.1%, RPG 22%, Adventure 18%, Fantasy 13.9%, Exploration 10.2%
- #30 Afallon
77% matchVery Positive80% of 116 reviews2025
Dev: Stargazing interactive
Windows
Afallon is a single-player RPG with the feel of an MMO. Choose your class and race to forge a unique character, explore a large open world with diverse zones and biomes, and experience a living world that changes based on your actions.
Why similar: Class-Based 26.2% ★, Action RPG 17.2%, Character Customization 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11%, RPG 7.7%
- #31 The Slormancer
75% matchVery Positive82% of 7,233 reviews2025
Dev: Slormite Studios
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fight hordes of enemies led by The Slormancer, an evil warlock from the past, in an absurd yet epic Action RPG! Experience fast-paced gameplay, loads of shiny loot, tons of collectibles, countless hours of content, and carefully crafted pixel art.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.4%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, Class-Based 14.6% ★, Action RPG 13.1%, Isometric 10.8%
- #32 ASTLIBRA Revision
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 30,051 reviews2022
Dev: KEIZOPub: WhisperGames
Windows
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 44.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Confront time and fate in the 2D action RPG, Astlibra Revision. Explore meticulously crafted worlds, fight brutal boss battles, and upgrade your skills to take down enemies lurking around every corner.
Why similar: Dragons 31.9% ★, JRPG 24.1%, Action RPG 22.4%, Fantasy 8.8%, RPG 7.9%
- #33 Phobos
78% matchMixed64% of 197 reviews2020
Dev: Myth Entertainment
Windows
Discover an expansive online multiplayer world of battle, stories, and intrigue. Wield great weapons or conjure terrifying magics. Explore the world, solve quests, and slay great beasts and players alike.
Why similar: Dragons 17.4% ★, Isometric 13.5%, Dungeon Crawler 12.9%, 2.5D 12.8%, Hack and Slash 12.6%
- #34 FlyKnight
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,151 reviews2025
Dev: Wabbaboy
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 2.8 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: Dungeon Crawler 45.1%, Action RPG 19.9%, Fantasy 10%, Exploration 7.2%, RPG 6.4%
- #35 Kingsgrave
75% matchMostly Positive80% of 598 reviews2024
Dev: Egg or Chicken GamesPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!
Why similar: Isometric 16.6%, Medieval 14.4%, Action RPG 13.6%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, RPG 7%
- #36 Secrets of Grindea
72% matchVery Positive89% of 8,501 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Ferrets
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 73.9 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: JRPG 16.3%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Action RPG 14.5%, Character Customization 12.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #37 Diabolic
76% matchVery Positive83% of 390 reviews2018
Dev: MyDreamForeverPub: Red twice potato
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The game is set in a dark pixel fantasy world. Destroy hordes of monsters ruling over what once was a prosperous land. 10 levels filled with various enemies await, you, each requiring a different approach to defeat. Like in any RPG, leveling up is the core element of the game
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.1%, Action RPG 18.1%, Top-Down 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, RPG 10.1%
- #38 Viking Vengeance
77% matchMixed57% of 104 reviews2021
Dev: Lowpoly Interactive
Windows
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: Hack and Slash 19.2%, Isometric 14.3%, Action RPG 13.5%, Medieval 13.2%, Dungeon Crawler 12.4%
- #39 Powerlust
73% matchMixed69% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Bart Mamzer
Windows
Old school action RPG. Travel through an open world, design your own character class and feed your LUST for POWER by crushing your foes. Bonus replayability thanks to procedural generation, tons of abilities and items. Optional permadeath for hardcore roguelike fans!
Why similar: Isometric 23.3%, Hack and Slash 21.8%, Dungeon Crawler 19.2%, Action RPG 18.7%, RPG 7.4%
- #40 Pale Coins
71% matchVery Positive94% of 265 reviews2025
Dev: Lukas Irzl
Windows
Journey into the ruthless open world of Pale Coins, an old-school fantasy RPG. Face punishing bosses, goblin-infested dungeons, and discover legendary weapons as you customize your champion and fight across Grenmark for the fabled Champion's Coin.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.5%, Action RPG 19%, Character Customization 14%, Top-Down 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #41 Ortharion project
76% matchMixed64% of 153 reviews2020
Dev: Ortharion project
Windows
Come discover the world of Ortharion! Improve your character by collecting many spells of different qualities in order to defeat your opponents or by discovering many secrets, with puzzles and parkour.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.7%, Action RPG 17.9%, Medieval 14.6%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Top-Down 8.6%
- #42 Dungeons of Edera
74% matchMixed68% of 1,056 reviews2022
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.1%, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Action RPG 13.6%, Medieval 12.5%, RPG 11.1%
- #43 Ash & Rust
71% matchMixed69% of 77 reviews2026
Dev: Ash and Rust Studios
Windows
For seasoned ARPG lovers, a unique Indie entry is here! Construct a deep build as you fight your way through mysterious places. Enemies are strong and smart, but you'll have a massive arsenal of tools and abilities to master in order to vanquish them. Dive in!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.9%, Isometric 17%, Action RPG 16.3%, Character Customization 12.2%, Medieval 10.3%
- #44 Ghostlore
72% matchVery Positive81% of 724 reviews2023
Dev: Andrew TeoPub: AT-AT Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Ghostlore is an 'Eastpunk' Action-RPG where you fight supernatural monsters from Southeast-Asian folklore. Inspired by classic ARPGs such as Diablo 2 and Titan Quest, Ghostlore features detailed item and character customization systems, procedurally generated maps, and awesome 90's retro graphics.
Why similar: Isometric 17.9%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Dungeon Crawler 15.7%, Action RPG 14.6%, Character Customization 12.3%
- #45 Eterspire
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 944 reviews2025
Dev: Stonehollow Workshop
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Eterspire is a true free-to-play, cross-platform MMORPG where your skill and dedication define your progression! Play on PC and Mobile with crossplay, join a friendly and active community, discover new content updates every two weeks, and explore a massive world full of charming characters.
Why similar: Class-Based 25.6% ★, Dragons 16.6% ★, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Character Customization 10.4%, Action RPG 10.2%
- #46 Dragon Extinction
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 96 reviews2020
Dev: Xefier Games Inc.
Windows
Enter a fantasy world where humanity has brought dragons to the brink of extinction. This ARPG features hundreds of unique items, crafting and procedural dungeons.
Why similar: Dragons 21.6% ★, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, Action RPG 13.5%, Character Customization 9.5%
- #47 Dungeon Mage
71% matchVery Positive89% of 152 reviews2023
Dev: greenpixels
Windows
Collect, fight and craft: Face the dangers of the shifting dungeon layouts and challenge the fierce bosses within. A completly free community-driven game!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.2%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Action RPG 15.3%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Top-Down 7.7%
- #48 Minecraft Dungeons
69% matchVery Positive91% of 16,162 reviews2021
Dev: Mojang StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 24.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Fight your way through an exciting action-adventure game, inspired by classic dungeon crawlers and set in the Minecraft universe!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Action RPG 13.4%, Isometric 12.3%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #49 Of Ash and Steel
68% matchMixed64% of 6,121 reviews2025
Dev: Fire & FrostPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: Medieval 33.4%, Action RPG 30.1%, RPG 11.2%, Fantasy 6.2%, Adventure 5.9%
- #50 Nyran Survivors
70% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.9%, Top-Down 17.6%, 3D 9.5%, Fantasy 9.1%, RPG 8.2%
- #51 Alaloth: Champions of The Four Kingdoms
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,542 reviews2024
Dev: Gamera Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
A hardcore high fantasy isometric action RPG set in a huge sandbox world ruled by magic and monsters. Master deep skill-based combat, forge powerful builds, explore unforgiving lands and dungeons, face brutal boss fights, uncover ancient secrets, and save Plamen from its inevitable doom!
Why similar: Isometric 20.5%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Action RPG 16.2%, Fantasy 7.3%
- #52 A Quest That Became Legend
69% matchVery Positive84% of 95 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: Dungeon Crawler 20.4%, Dragons 18.6% ★, Character Customization 13.6%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Medieval 8.4%
- #53 9th Dawn III
70% matchVery Positive87% of 523 reviews2020
Dev: Valorware
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%
9th Dawn III: Shadow of Erthil is a massive open world RPG/dungeon crawler packed full of content – featuring more than 270 monsters to fight and capture, a fun card game with 180 cards to collect, and over 1,400 unique items to hoard!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.1%, Dungeon Crawler 18%, Medieval 14.5%, Character Customization 12%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #54 Minishoot' Adventures
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,362 reviews2024
Dev: SoulGame Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!
Why similar: Top-Down 28.3%, Exploration 22.7%, RPG 20%, Fantasy 12.6%, Adventure 10.5%
- #55 Crystal Project
68% matchVery Positive92% of 2,440 reviews2022
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.
Why similar: Class-Based 33.1% ★, JRPG 21.9%, Character Customization 10.1%, RPG 8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #56 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,328 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: 2.5D 28.8%, Medieval 23.7%, Action RPG 23.5%, RPG 9.6%, Exploration 7.9%
- #57 Svarog's Dream
67% matchVery Positive90% of 802 reviews2023
Dev: VI Game Forge
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Awaken as a soul from the Underworld. Discover who you are and explore an ever-changing open world full of mystery. Battle beasts and gods, or forge alliances with them. Die and be reborn in this adventure.
Why similar: Isometric 22.9%, Class-Based 22.4% ★, Action RPG 16.5%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, RPG 8.3%
- #58 Indemon Tales
67% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Luzian
Windows · Mac · Linux
Earn the respect of a guild full of monsters and demons as a lone human by taking part in dangerous dungeon adventures and uncover secrets behind the mysterious demon kingdom of Tarborea.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.9%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action RPG 15.9%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, RPG 7.8%
- #59 KAKU: Ancient Seal
66% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,115 reviews2024
Dev: BINGOBELL
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
An Open world Action adventure combining exploration with puzzles and dynamic combat. Go on a journey across a sprawling continent as Kaku, a boy tasked to restore balance to the land. Brave the four elemental regions with the help of Piggy, his powerful companion and conquer their lords.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.1%, Action RPG 21.6%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Fantasy 9.2%, RPG 8.7%
- #60 Visions of Mana
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,602 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 28.8%, Action RPG 23.1%, Class-Based 19.3% ★, RPG 10.5%, Fantasy 7.3%