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In a long forgotten age, a raging war shattered and devastated the worlds of gods and men. Now green life blooms amidst the ruins of the lost worlds. Wondrous and terrible beings roam the Nine Realms. Civilisation stumbles forward, fresh and reaching. Fate carves the skein anew but there are loose threads, lost long ago in the wars, with no place in the tapestry. These threads must seek the fire w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Runecairn: Core Rules.

The Sea is calling The open oceans beckons to the small explorer Come, set voyage on my water Adventure to the massive unknown Experience bliss foreverLILLIPUTIAN: ADVENTURE ON THE OPEN SEAS IS COMING TO EXALTED FUNERAL! IT WILL BE AVAILABLE IN 68 PAGE HARDCOVER BOOK & 66 PAGE SOFTCOVER ZINE FORMS! STAY TUNED! What is Lilliputian: Adventure on the Open Seas Lilliputian: Adventure on the Open Se… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lilliputian: Adventure On the Open Seas.

Eldritch Gambit is a fantasy role-playing game (RPG) toolkit. Here, players step into the role of adventurers struggling against powerful forces and making difficult decisions. To those running the game, it is a set of building blocks rather than a themed playset: Use a favorite fictional setting or just work together to create the adventures you want. This book includes the basic rules on how … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eldritch Gambit.

Forge your own adventure in Mage Tower! Explore the land of Aikala, embark on an epic adventure in this strategy action game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mage Tower.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

92% User Score Based on 24 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

Moonfall is a hand-painted side-scrolling 2D action RPG beat'em up set in an industrial gothic universe named Terra Nihil. It tells a story of a once small Empire at the peak of its glory attained by a mysterious element called Lunarium that suddenly experiences a surge in attacks from so-called Savages, aboriginal tribes living outside its borders. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moonfall.

In This Mortal Coil, you play a space traveler-turned-necromancer on a quest to achieve eternal life by constructing a magical device known as an anchor. You'll create undead thralls to do your bidding, gather energy to power your quest by harvesting living creatures, and master the forces of the Negaverse. Along the way, you’ll explore fantastic worlds, battle terrifying creatures, and negotiate … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to This Mortal Coil.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

The story has only begun - the players will finish it. Your choices, and the choices of every player, will drive a living story and determine the fate of the city of Iskendrun. Paired with an explosive real-time, combo-based battle system, your decisions will change the story forever. Choose your allies wisely. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to City of the Shroud.

Ascendant Destiny is the brain-child of one person, and seventeen years of writing and testing with countless play-testers, brought to life visually with the help of twelve artists. It was a long journey where the author, who was tired of the limitations of others role playing game (RPG) systems, decided to create a system in his spare time for a world of his own creation. A system where the rules… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ascendant Destiny.

FANTASTIC MEDIEVAL CAMPAIGNS is a new version of the original 1974 ruleset for fantasy wargaming campaigns, in four chapters and 236 pages: Chapter I, Mortals & Magic: Explains how to generate fantastic characters, fight terrible monsters, and cast magical spells.Chapter II, Monsters & Treasures: Lists different kinds of monsters and the treasures they guard from characters that encounter them.Cha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fantastic Medieval Campaigns.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

72% User Score Based on 134 reviews

Inspired by Aztec legend, this action/rpg side-scroller will casts you into the middle of a war between the Gods and Mankind. As Huitzilo, heir of the Sun God, skilled in both the arts of combat and magic, only you can save your people from the wrath of the Aztec Gods by reuniting the seven phonograms. Accompanied by your faithful companion Ayopha - trapped in the form of a hummingbird by a magica… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aztaka.

⚠️ While this Free Edition is still available on Itch, all of my other titles are only on DTRPG. You can grab this Free Edition there if you'd rather and can only buy the Deluxe Edition (and softcover) there, as well as the Undead Awakening, War for the Overworld, and Toolkit deck supplements.   https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/354307/Wicked-Ones-Free-Edition?affiliate_id=1403878 -------------… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wicked Ones: Free Edition.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

77% User Score Based on 481 reviews

Balrum is an old-school, hybrid turn-based, open world RPG with deep tactical combat. Explore a huge living fantasy world with dozens of side quests next to an epic main quest. Grow your own crops, build your home, and craft your own custom items. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Balrum.

Runecairn: Wardensaga is now available in hardcover and softcover from Exalted Funeral In a long-forgotten age, a raging war shattered and devastated the worlds of gods and men. Now green life blooms amidst the ruins of the lost worlds. Wondrous and terrible beings roam the Nine Realms. Civilisation stumbles forward, fresh and reaching. Fate carves the skein anew but there are loose threads, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Runecairn: Wardensaga.

Berserkr. Ferocious and powerful, wade into battle with no armour upon your back, wielding a massive two-handed sword and call upon the power of beasts to strengthen your attacks. Pyre. Shape flame as a blacksmith shapes iron, calling upon ravenous fire to burn and purge and channel primal forces through your own two hands. Balance favour and sorrow or read the runes to guide your way solo throu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Runecairn: Advanced Rules.

Create a world that changes the further you are from what is familiar. Use it for solo gaming, GM prep, GM-less games, drawing maps or worldbuilding just for fun. Use it for stories about fighting dragons, or stories with no fighting at all. Bring the world to life with random tables of everything from abstract social values to legumes. What do I need? At least one six sided die Pencil and paper F… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Procedures to Discover the Path Ahead.

6000 years ago, humankind went extinct. The world ended. It languished. Then it moved on. Every so often, we dig up remnants. Clues about who was here before us, or signs of their last attempts to hold on; emblems of their dying breaths. Those dreadful and marvelous Emblems permeate the world with ether; magical radiation that can cause dramatic alterations in the landscape, bizarre mutations in l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emblems of their Dying Breaths.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

87% User Score Based on 374 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 7 reviews

LOST EPIC is a 2D side-scrolling action about a war between gods and humanity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LOST EPIC.

Happenings in the City! A Goon City: Troika! Happening Generator A Happening (Things happening in the City, Confrontations, Encounters, etc.) Generator for Goon City: Troika!, but works with Tunnel Goons, Troika!, or any other anything weird. Creates dynamic, unique, and very weird Happenings between two groups that can your Citizens can witness and get embroiled in. This is the first draft of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Happenings in the City - Goon City: Troika!.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

100% User Score Based on 26 reviews

"The Darkness Below" is a first person grid-based dungeon crawler,inspired by titles such as Dungeon Master, Eye of the Beholder, Lands of Lore & Might and Magic 3-5! Features (v1.2 + Prelude) windows / linux / android*prelude version - contains about ~3 hours of the full releaseturn-based moving & battling much like M&M 3-5interactable items & objects (ground items, levers, doors, keylocks)variou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Darkness Below.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

62% User Score Based on 53 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 2 reviews

[Media 3738445] Enter a fantasy world waiting to be explored. Follow the story of Mya, a young alchemist trying to solve the mystery of a forgotten land while searching for her loved ones. Solve... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchemist Adventure.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, character development

67% User Score Based on 458 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 12 reviews

The Arcane Edition includes both Anima Gate of Memories and Anima The Nameless chronicles. Play two different full campaigns, each one with its unique story, characters, scenarios and bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anima Gate of Memories.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

51% User Score Based on 225 reviews

Talisman Prologue is an adaptation of the classic fantasy board game Talisman by Games Workshop. This version focuses on single player experience. An epic tale of dice rolling and card drawing takes you on a quest throughout the land to rescue Princesses, slay Dragons and recover lost artefacts. Play through over 50 quests using the Talisman board game rules, and learn the special abilities of all… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Talisman: Prologue.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

85% User Score Based on 106 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 1 reviews

Dark Souls-inspired Room-Scale Virtual Reality RPG where you hold the power of magic in your hands. Learn arcane gestures to cast powerful spells. Battle fearsome foes who give no quarter, and find your way through a weird, magical landscape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Left-Hand Path.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

74% User Score Based on 198 reviews

An adventurer who breaks into a different world and does not use magic at all, can he escape from the castle with the help of a magic partner? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nigate Tale.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

63% User Score Based on 59 reviews

In Exilium is a minimal hack and slash RPG focused on player discovery. You play as a once mighty king who has been exiled to a strange, hostile world. Only through exploration can you learn of why you were exiled… and how to return. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to In Exilium.

VERSE is a new tabletop RPG about What Is It? This game is a player-driven, rules-moderate NSR game that follows eccentric multi-classed explorers from various dimensions, questing to discover the answers to why the universes are blending together, why they're some of the only ones who notice, and how to stop it. The setting is intentionally vague and predisposed to multiverse shenanigans becau… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VERSE (playtest v0.2).

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story

33% User Score Based on 114 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

Immerse yourself in Etherlords, a marvelous fantasy universe where the Vitals, Kinets, and Chaots are locked in a deadly confrontation for the world’s most vital and important resource. Crush your enemies, collect and evolve your creatures, and discover new strategies to dominate in PvP battles and daily tournaments. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Etherlords.

A hobby of mine is creating character sheets for tabletop RPGs, often old games no one really plays anymore. Here's a collection of eleven of them. Most of them are for old games. Games that are unjustly (or, more often, justly) forgotten. Some are out-of-print, only available on PDF. A few haven't been legally released in any digital format. These are all fillable PDFs, mostly in US letter sizes.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Games, New Sheets.

Hard-Knock World is a streamlined tabletop roleplaying game where players adventure to learn new skills at the metaphorical ‘school of hard knocks’: advancement is open-ended, using broad fictional descriptions. Each PC can master a new ability related to their class each session, but this happens diegetically (in the story) rather than being chosen between sessions from a list of advanced moves— … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hard-Knock World.

Once upon a time, there was a wonderful school of spellcraft and sorcery called Brewkessel. 62 years ago it vanished in a flash of red lightning, taking with it some of the best and brightest names in magic. All that was left behind was a deep, smoking hole. Was it the result of a spell gone wrong? Had the gods finally rained down judgement on their vile witchcraft? No one could say for sure. In f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brewkessel #1.

**A new one shot LUMEN game is now up on Kickstarter!**This is LUMEN.  It's an Creator Kit, a design philosophy, a commentary on my games. It's a toolkit and conversation. If you've seen my game LIGHT, you've seen a piece of LUMEN. If you saw FRAME, and NOVA, you've seen a few more pieces. Now you have the whole thing. Make Your Next RPG Illuminated LUMEN is an RPG system for action packed, power … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LUMEN.

Gothic Fantasy Roleplaying. Imagine a village made insignificant by the landscape that surrounds it, its air thick with secrets. There have been disappearances, perhaps, or murders – gruesome ones, loaded with occult significance. Shadowy cabals concoct plots by candlelight, pursued by interlopers with demons of their own. The stash of books in the church’s broom cupboard locates a hidden temple i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to secrets under stone..

Once upon a time, there was a wonderful school of spellcraft and sorcery called Brewkessel. 62 years ago it vanished in a flash of red lightning, taking with it some of the best and brightest names in magic. All that was left behind was a deep, smoking hole. Was it the result of a spell gone wrong? Had the gods finally rained down judgement on their vile witchcraft? No one could say for sure. In f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brewkessel #1 for 5th Edition.

When the apocalyptic event known as the spatial collapse occurred and the divine gods and their celestial realm were forcibly thrust into the industrial fantasy world below 65 years ago their mortal followers faced the toughest choice they’d ever make. While many saw no objection to being ruled directly by those they worshiped there were some who questioned the benevolence of their formerly i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to After the Collapse.

The Game  You are the Last Magus, out of your tower, witnessing the world you once knew crumble, fall to pieces... The shadows grow long, and in these final days of this Age of Magic, you sense a familiar presence beckoning you from the shadows, calling you to rest. It is Death. It is patient. Your work is not yet done. This is the world that you loved for all your long life, filled with mar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Magus.

Hello everyone, Castle Oldskull is a well-regarded RPG supplement series, designed to sync with Gygaxian, old school, and Wizardly tabletop role-playing games. If you play tabletop, you’ll sync in quickly. If you’re a retro videogamer, you might see influences from Archon, The Bard’s Tale, Dragon’s Lair, Gauntlet, Mail Order Monsters, Phantasie, Telengard, Temple of Apshai, Tunnels of Doom, Ultima… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Oldskull Module 15: Warriors.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

90% User Score Based on 134 reviews

Sketch Crawler is a super-creative deck-building roguelike single player RPG game about the King of Cartoons who lost his kingdom in a wicked magic picture. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sketch Crawler.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

92% User Score Based on 36 reviews

What is Arhaekon? A challenging roguelike, turn-based RPG dungeon crawler set in a grimdark world on the brink of collapse. You lead small bands of units through procedurally generated dungeons, battling corruption and eldritch abominations to save humanity. Is it finished? Yes, Arhaekon left Early Access and is officially released since July 4th 2025. Why play this instead of other similar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arhaekon.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

98% User Score Based on 120 reviews

Enter the Realm of Aarde: An ancient entity stirs in the darkness, casting a veil of shadows across the land and threatening all of humanity. This growing menace has escalated the already dire situation on the newly discovered continent of Andra, where tensions run high. As a fledgling on your first mission for the Heroes Guild, you will be unwittingly drawn into the heart of this unfolding crisi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds.

45%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

53% User Score Based on 36 reviews

From serious battles to extreme chaos, a great Mahjong battle is about to begin! A big Mahjong battle has begun, with more than 120 characters from over 20 titles of Touhou Project, with over 150 artists! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Gensou Mahjong.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, music

42% User Score Based on 43 reviews

Welcome to Bridgeworld Aliya’s Ascent is a character-driven, interactive adventure story filled with amazing cinematic elements about a girl who mysteriously found herself in the middle of a boat towards an unknown land. Embark on a journey in the world of the first Legions, meet familiar faces as you unravel the tales that made the fabric of Bridgeworld & Treasure, every choice you make matte… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aliya's Ascent.

Who's That Goon? - Goon City: Troika! A Goon City: Troika! Non Place Citizen Generator A Non Player Citizen (NPC) Generator for Goon City: Troika!, but works with Tunnel Goons, Troika!, or any other anything weird. Creates dynamic, unique, and very weird  NPCs compatible with Goon City: Troika! and Tunnel Goons with the Difficulty Score system (extended to 4 to BOXCARS).   I will continue to work… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Who's That Goon? - Goon City: Troika!.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

88% User Score Based on 2,034 reviews

Low Magic Age is a fantasy RPG that focused on turn-based party-based tactical combat. Field of View, Fog of War, Cover, Zone of Control, Charging and Flanking, various and abundant tactical elements are implemented in the game rules that evolved from Wizards of the Coast's Open Game License (OGL). Inherited from classic game rules: Evolved from historic pen-and-paper game rules, plus well design… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Low Magic Age.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability

87% User Score Based on 198 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Dark Scavenger is a bizarre point-and-click RPG adventure with a focus on exploration, gaining loot, and meaningful choices. Filling the role of a powerful space traveler, you find yourself stranded on a mysterious alien planet. Will you save the world or just yourself? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Scavenger.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

66% User Score Based on 239 reviews

Action-oriented combat with a deep and involving tale of betrayal, torture, madness, and infernal damnation. If a gritty old-school open-ended isometric RPG is what you looking for, look no further. Inquisitor will provide you with hours of gameplay and a dark, involving story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inquisitor.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

96% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Equin: The Lantern is my challenging roguelike with some wholly original ideas. Conquer the 50 floor dungeon and its evil inhabitants in a quest to the bottom of the joint to find the mysterious lantern itself. Free updates all the time! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Equin: The Lantern.

0%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

0% User Score Based on 46 reviews

The Legend of Candlewind: Nights & Candles returns to the traditions of old role-playing legends. Go up against the forces of evil in hand-drawn dungeons, step by step. Following in the footsteps of classic dungeon crawlers, players will take part in turn-based battles that will put their skills to the ultimate test. Only true role-playing gamers will have any chance of survival! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Legend of Candlewind: Nights & Candles.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

57% User Score Based on 65 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 2 reviews

Wave of Darkness invites you to a huge dark and gritty fantasy world which can be explored the way you want and whenever you want. The world of Narr is corrupted by the mysterious and bloodthirsty cults, and you will have to do your best to free land from this malicious deviance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wave of Darkness.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

89% User Score Based on 648 reviews

Critic Score 71%Based on 6 reviews

An epic adventure in a land of monsters, traps and magic. Journey across the deadly Shamutanti Hills and through Kharé, Cityport of Thieves. Armed with your sword and over fifty spells with weird and wonderful effects, embark on a narrative adventure of a thousand choices where every one is remembered. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sorcery! Parts 1 & 2.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

65% User Score Based on 413 reviews

Inquisitional statistics: Three character classes--Paladin, Priest, and Thief--each with his own unique and independent story. Wield the power of the Inquisition as you arrest heretics; use a variety of tools-such as the iron maiden, suspension, and the rack-to extract confessions and burn the heretics! Animations of the game characters, reflecting every change in the equipment, consist of almo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inquisitor.