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Games like Last Ditch Effort

Games like Last Ditch Effort

Looking for games like Last Ditch Effort? Here are top hack and slash recommendations with a horror, fantasy, anime, post-apocalyptic and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Tia:weird hunter, Overdawn or Firva Strings of Fate.

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  1. Welcome to Tia: Weird Hunter, a hand-drawn 2D action RPG. Unleash fast, fluid combos, and take on fierce boss battles that will test your reflexes and skills. Play as the mysterious Scythe Maiden as you explore the vivid, fantastical city known as the Faceless City. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tia:weird hunter.

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  2. Overdawn is a 2.5D, bullet time shooter set in a dystopian city of Andrean. As a blood-thirsty merc, hunt down your enemies and defy against your destiny. Now—lock in. Slow time and find your flow state. Punch a hole in your enemy’s head—because it’s you or them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overdawn.

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  3. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Join Firva in a dark and fantastical medieval realm as she embarks on a perilous quest to save her mother and sister. Explore a world filled with breathtaking landscapes and daunting challenges that will test your wits and bravery. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Firva Strings of Fate.

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  4. A millennium has passed since the first Gate appeared. Since then, every human is born with Energy, though only some can wield it through Techniques. Those who risk their lives to seal these Gates before demons spill into the world are known as Gate Breakers. One day, Riot, one of the Demon Kings, forced his way into the world without warning. He seeks to harvest energy from humans who cannot u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gate Breaker: Ascension.

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  5. Discover the mysteries of a forgotten world in Morning Star. Explore a vast, decaying land full of strange creatures and ancient ruins. Wander through breathtaking, magical places, but also venture into shadowy, haunting, and dangerous realms, all brought to life with stunning hand-drawn 2D visuals. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morning Star.

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  6. Separated from his partner Eve, Adam is cast into a decaying world ruled by cosmic entities. To survive, he must fight distorted foes and unravel the mysteries of a brutal war and a ravaging disease, wielding a primordial gauntlet and tainted artifacts to escape before he is consumed by Asthenia. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTHENIA.

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    Descend into a surreal sci-fantasy world in this narrative-driven action roguelite, where every run reshapes your story. Sova’s expressive combat meets deeply branching dialogue and world-shifting decisions. Compose your violence, rewrite your past, and bend a crumbling realm to your will. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sova.

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  8. To remember is to suffer. To forget is to thrive. The Circle is eternal.The Book of Prosperity is a 2D action RPG about memory, power, and the price of a perfect world. Step into a surreal pixel-art realm where neon-lit cityscapes collide with ancient magic, and where the promise of prosperity hides something far more dangerous beneath the surface. You play as Cyrus, a sharp-tongued student dra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Book of Prosperity.

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  9. Higher: The Last Dream is an immersive 2D platformer where you play as Starlight, a hero of light thrown into lost worlds, drained of all color and joy. But behind every world he crosses lies a truth he no longer remembers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Higher: The Last Dream.

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  10. ABOUT THIS GAME Tsukiyo: Battle Doll is a handcrafted 2D Japanese steampunk pixel-art action platformer, blending brutal hack’n slash combat, gore-heavy encounters, and a deadly, skill-based combo system. Each fight is a violent ballet of speed, precision, and blood—merging classic platforming with relentless action. You play as Tsukiyo, an Angel of Death forged by the very system she enforces.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tsukiyo: Battle Doll.

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  11. BANSHEE: Demon Girl is a single-player third-person soulsborne stealth-action game. The first Japanese kunoichi in 16th-c. Europe in an extraordinary tale of revenge from beyond the grave. Swing a katana, move like a ninja, seduce like a geisha, and unleash vampiric powers. Learn from your mistakes. Set in the late 1500s during Japan’s Sengoku period, BANSHEE follows a female shinobi-samurai (k… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BANSHEE: Demon Girl.

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  12. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 20,378 reviews
    Critic Score 87%Based on 10 reviews

    Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat, immersive storytelling, and unique Taopunk setting. Embark on a journey of Asian 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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nine Sols.

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  13. The world has long echoed with dissonance, To those who cannot hear, it may seem like silence— yet beneath that silence, countless voices of the dead still echo. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Conductors of Requiem.

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  14. Special Edition Follow the page on Kickstarter website to get notified when it goes live and get access to many exclusive rewards such as devs previews, beta builds, artbook and more! About the GameThe creators of Astral Ascent and Dark Devotion presents: A new top-down action-RPG, brought to life through beautiful hand-drawn pixel art, packed with epic, intense combat. Immerse yourself in a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fallen Fates.

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  15. Grim Hope is a stylized Hack and Slash designed for players who live for the perfect combo. In a world of suffocating darkness, you play as elite, strikingly beautiful warriors who turn the battlefield into a bloody runway. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grim Hope.

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  16. Becloudead is a horror story driven, hack and slash cinematic platformer, set in a post-apocalyptic world plagued by a zombie virus. Featuring close combat fighting with a unique time based modular combo system, puzzle solving, nerve-racking boss fights and more... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Becloudead.

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  17. You Alone Can Defeat Evil is a gripping and challenging 2D top-down action-adventure game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Alone Can Defeat Evil.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development
    97% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    In this RPG-inspired action-adventure, you play as Nora, a fire mage. Discover epic creatures steeped in mythology and turn them to ash with powerful spells! Teach Nora new magic, upgrade your favorites, and craft unique combos. Can you bring an end to Nora’s sorrow? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luctus.

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  19. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    74% User Score Based on 115 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathbound.

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  20. In a world where great powers can easily manifest in material form and contracts can bestow magnificent magical powers, you can become a wizard without any effort. However, what price must you pay for it? A wizard has discovered that the power granted him by the mighty Duke Luthedor is fading, while the Duke's body is nothing but an empty shell. Will he be skilled enough to regain the magic? Will… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Argumentum ad culpam.

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  21. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    99% User Score Based on 164 reviews

    Death of a Wish is a vicious action-RPG set in a nightmare filled with horrifying monsters and terrifying people.Play as Christian, a Marked child raised by a cult and struggling to escape indoctrination, as he bands with others to challenge their oppressors. By taking down the four Sanctum Faiths: Father, Sister, Cardinal, and Priest, they will upend the order of the world.Rend your foes asunder … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death of a Wish.

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  22. Forge your destiny in a no-compromise text RPG. Explore a brutal world filled with challenging quests, hidden secrets and ruthless PvP. Every choice shapes your path in a realm of chaos and betrayal, where gods walk among mortals and watch your fall or your glory If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Modern Mud.

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  23. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Lone Wolf: A Post Apocalyptic Beat-Em Up Role Playing Game. This action/adventure game lets a player use martial arts skills, weapons, and turn into a werewolf to fight their way through a world set in the aftermath of post nuclear devastation. This game was made with the love of the beat-em up arcade machines and console games of the 1980's and 1990's, taking some of the mechanics of these games… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lone Wolf.

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  24. Step into the world of ECCLESIASTES: Mistress of Souls, a fast-paced, story-driven fighting game that blends open-world exploration with intense 1v1 combat. Players can freely traverse dark, war-torn realms, battle hordes of enemies in open zones, and face powerful nemeses in dramatic duel arenas. Every encounter tests skill, timing, and mastery of unique fighting styles You play as ECCLESIASTE… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ecclesiastes Mistress Of Souls.

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  25. Swap between twin cadets Bonnie and Clyde in a handcrafted 16-bit action-adventure made with heart, inspired by retro classics. Master the Twin Tag System, battle monstrous hordes and begin their journey into legend. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sky Paws Awakening.

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  26. Linkisa is a hand-drawn Metroidvania set in a world inspired by Malagasy folklore and steampunk aesthetics. Play as General Linkisa, stripped of his memories, and explore the rain-soaked regions of the Empire of Orana in search of your past and the restoration of order. Masina ny orana. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Linkisa.

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  27. Dive into the RiftThe Above is dying, and the Kingdom has reached into the filth to find its only hope: the "Unforgiven." Once branded as the architects of our extinction, a disgraced Knight, Archer, and Shaman have been offered a final deal. Step through ancient, rune-carved portals into the shifting chaos of the Below to kill the Reaper and close the Rift your own failure helped open. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rift Diver.

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  28. Return to a hometown that no longer exists. Survive twisted remnants of its people and uncover the truth behind the Figureless before time runs out. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Figureless.

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  29. SOULGRAVE is a character-driven action roguelike where you create wild builds, explore ever-changing dungeons, and battle brutal bosses with puzzle-like, telegraphed mechanics. Restore a shattered world... or doom it forever. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SOULGRAVE.

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  30. "Demonak: Hunter's Initiation" immerses players in a mystical realm plagued by powerful Demonak entities. These ancient demons threaten humanity's existence, and it's up to Kalu, an aspiring demon hunter, to stop them. The game blends fast-paced action with intricate platforming elements, offering a rich narrative and engaging gameplay. The game's storyline follows Kalu's journey as he u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demonak: Hunter's Initiation.

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  31. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    As Traveler entered that forbidden place and approached the machine, the instrument on his back began to hum. Suddenly, it spoke with a maniacal voice. "You seek to reunite the lovers?" Traveler stared in stunned silence. "Find the three fates…", the mad device droned on - and Traveler realized what he must do. Traveler's Refrain is a dark song-casting, story-driven action RPG about one man's ques… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Traveler's Refrain.

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  32. Core mechanics: Combat system "Click-and-Hold" Upgrade your character Variety of enemies More than 129+ different quests Dozens of living NPCs with their own history Interesting and exciting plot Control two heroes throughout the game 4 different locations with their own puzzles Abandoned dungeons with puzzles and monsters Stylish, hand-drawn pixel art What is Hamm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hammer of Pain.

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  33. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Ninja Issen is Asteroid-J’s game that features hyper ninja action adventure in the cyberpunk world.You, “Kiba,” must use everything in your hands against powerful foes. Look for your chance under the fierce moves of gigantic bosses, and sting like a bee and cut off their limbs! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ninja Issen.

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  34. PRESENTATION From the Ashes is an old-school 2D RPG in the style of Ashes of Immortality and Midnight's Curse.FEATURES Dynamic Party System Control up to six party members simultaneously Fast paced and exciting storytelling Moving themes that are central to the human life, such as courage, virtue and perseverance Custom detailed sprite work that focuses on bringing out the personality of each… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From the Ashes.

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    Hunt down the "Visagens" from Brazilian folklore in a fast-paced, old-school run-and-gun action game! Prepare for an epic adventure set in 1915 Brazil, where you become Bento, a fearless blind cowboy hunting supernatural monsters. Your mission: to hunt down the feared "Visagens"—legendary creatures from folklore that roam the land, leaving destruction in their wake. "Und… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Visagens.

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  36. Collector's Edition About the Game About This GameIt was just another Friday night. You were sitting in your room, controller in hand, losing yourself in the glow of the TV screen. The pizza was getting cold. The world outside didn't matter. It was just you and the game — the way it was always meant to be. Then something happened. The screen flickered. The colors twisted. The room around… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spikes&Traps.

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  37. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Immerse yourself in this strange Colorless World. Unleash new mechanics and defeat obstacles, monsters, and bosses. As you unravel a hidden story told between the lines that will shape your ultimate destiny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colorless World.

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  38. A KINGDOM CONSUMED BY DARKNESSOnce, the Kingdom of Elaris stood against the Abyss King. In a desperate attempt to seal him away, a forbidden ritual was performed using the power of the Shadow Flame—but the ritual failed. The kingdom fell, five ancient hearts were scattered across corrupted realms, and Shadow was sealed within the ruins. Years later, awakened by a mysterious wizard, Shadow must r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow of the Dead Lands.

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  39. The fight continues in Blazing Strike: R.Evolution. This handcrafted HD beat 'em up brings Jake and his gang back to the streets to face a new, darker threat. Featuring fluid sprite-based combat, a deep Story Mode, and classic arcade action—handcrafted for the ultimate brawl. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blazing Strike: R.Evolution.

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  40. The Rusted is an atmospheric 2D action-platformer set among the remnants of a rusted world after humanity’s extinction. Players take control of a once-loyal robot dog, embarking on a dangerous journey through abandoned cities, crumbling factories, sand-buried deserts, and colossal data centers. With every step, you face the silent traces of humanity’s downfall and the threat of corrupted machines … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Rusted.

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  41. Something is moving beneath Naples. Disquieted is a hand-drawn narrative action platformer set between a dreamlike Naples and an underground world distorted by the fears, memories, and anxiety of its protagonist. Step into the role of Connie, a girl forced to descend into the Core: an impossible, living, hostile place where every shadow seems to know something about her. Fight creatures born fr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disquieted.

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  42. The kingdom of Eireos is rotting from within. A creeping darkness called the Blight devours everything it touches and the one man sworn to stop it, your brother Lance, has vanished without a trace. You are Lucian. Not a chosen hero. Not a legend. Just a brother who refuses to give up on someone he loves even as the world around him collapses into nightmare. Colossus is a story-driven action RPG wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colossus: Eternal Blight.

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  43. A dark fantasy action roguelite where you battle through the afterlife. Embrace powerful virtues, face the consequences of vices, and uncover the truth behind personal tragedy. Play solo or online co-op in a world torn by eternal conflict. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nephelem: A Path of Vice and Virtue.

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  44. Embark on an immersive journey through a war-torn kingdom in "Nobody's Dilemma," an atmospheric and story-rich 2D action-adventure RPG. Step into the shoes of a soldier thrust into a world of intrigue and revenge, where you'll unravel the mysteries of a conflicted land. Features: A Dark and Atmospheric World: Immerse yourself in a beautifully crafted world filled with mystery, where sh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nobody's Dilemma.

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  45. Strange powers and void-like beings threaten the struggling normalcy of the Nameless City, a hopeful region at the end of the world that clings to a past life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinity Project: PATTERNS.

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    In a world of giants, every soul is but a ZERRE. Navigate a cold, indifferent system as you embark on a desperate journey to find your lost brother in a city that has already forgotten his name. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ZERRE.

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    100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    100% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    "Kats Trigger" is a game inspired by masterpieces of games, films, manga, and anime from the 1980s to the 2020s, created with deep respect and admiration for the great creators behind them. Experience hyper-speed noir action that pushes the limits of intensity, while enjoying a quietly unfolding story delicately woven within. ■ Slash, shoot, stab, and wipe them out. If no one sur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kats Trigger.

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  48. — I. ABOUT THE VIDEO GAME WITH 10 INNOVATIVE NARRATIVE SYSTEMS SHAPING A BREAKTHROUGH INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE — — HELGNAR THE CONQUEROR — a story-driven action-RPG in the Unpredictable Warworld, where 10 breakthrough interactive systems elevate the quest depth of The Witcher 3 to a new stage of evolution, combined with the brutal action dynamics of God of War. In this single-player adventure video… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Helgnar The Conqueror.

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  49. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 121 reviews

    INAYAH - Life After Gods is a thrilling action-platformer with metroidvania elements. Immerse yourself in a story with multiple choices, explore diverse biomes, face more than 20 bosses, and develop your character with a unique progression system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inayah: Life after Gods.

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  50. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 51 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

    Control the strings of fate and embark on a grand adventure with Drev and Nieve. A magical, story-driven 2.5D puzzle-platformer where puppeteering mechanics and a whimsical, theater-inspired world intertwine. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Once Upon A Puppet.

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