Games like Monsterarium

Why should humans get to have all the fun? I'm the Bad Guy is a one shot module perfect for Halloween, full moons, or Friday the 13th where the players create monsters and band together to fight back against the encroaching scourge of humanity. Using an intuitive, stripped down Old-School system, you can quickly create characters and move on to important things. Like killing puny peasants. Choos… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I'm the Bad Guy?.

New monsters! New Spells! New Classes! Featuring art from Luka Rejec, this weird fantasy/western adventure is set in the high desert. Join forces with the bandit king that is kidnapping babies to save the world, or bring him to the stern justice of the Sisters of Clemency. Choose carefully, for either would make for a powerful enemy. The Sisters can harness the power of volcanoes themselves, and t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invasion of the Tuber Dudes.

You need Old School and Cool volume 4, and thus Old School Essentials or another old school ruleset to use this book. Did you enjoy the undead options in Old School and Cool 4? Ars Moriendi has more undead, more Invultuations, more vulnerabilities, more tables, upgraded undead, adventure seeds, and in general more bleak, decaying, grody, rotting good times. Play as revenants, mound dwellers, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ars Moriendi.

You need Old School and Cool volume 4, and thus Old School Essentials or another old school ruleset to use this book. Did you enjoy the undead options in Old School and Cool 4? Ars Moriendi has more undead, more Invultuations, more vulnerabilities, more tables, upgraded undead, adventure seeds, and in general more bleak, decaying, grody, rotting good times. Play as revenants, mound dwellers, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ars Moriendi.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

95% User Score Based on 11,271 reviews

Critic Score 74%Based on 6 reviews

Caves of Qud is a science fantasy roguelike epic steeped in retrofuturism, deep simulation, and swathes of sentient plants. Come inhabit an exotic world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Caves of Qud.

Strap yourself in for an epic dungeon adventure with Castle Torgeath Redux! Trapped inside a legendary castle, slay anything that moves with your trusty sword and spells all while looting everything in sight. Uncover the castle's dark secrets and barter with its hapless denizens. With full 3D motion and a fistful of potions, what can go wrong?! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Torgeath Redux.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

78% User Score Based on 95 reviews

Extend your roots, imbibe fresh blood, and expand without end. Roots Devour is a strategic exploration game centered around a card-connecting mechanism. Drive your frenzied roots through swamps and over frozen mountains, invading human cities until the darkness... descends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Roots Devour.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

84% User Score Based on 770 reviews

There is an unusual cabin deep in the woods. It had served as a laboratory and a dwelling for three generations of Lodgers. But as of late the latest Lodger has been noticing weird changes in familiar surroundings; things are missing, noises and rattle heard. Something odd is coming out of the woods. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knock-Knock.

(Note that starting on 09/11/22 the game has and is going through an overhaul so the version released here will no longer be updated or supported.  A new demo of the overhaul will be released in the near future.  The current game download is for the "old" version so be advised that the screenshots are for the newer version not yet released.) Maze of the Lost is a Hybrid of Old-School Dungeon Crawl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze of the Lost MZ 1.05 (First Half of Game).

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

98% User Score Based on 10,171 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

Look Outside is a survival horror RPG set in a single apartment building. A mysterious event turns anyone who looks out the window into grotesque monsters, leaving the world in absolute chaos. Scavenge the building to seek food, supplies, and weapons while encountering strange characters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Look Outside.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

58% User Score Based on 65 reviews

Blade of Destiny (1992) is the first part of the glorious Realms of Arkania Trilogy... An Orc army stands ready to attack Arkania's villages and towns. The only hope of saving the land lies in the legendary Blade of Destiny. Can you find this magical weapon in time to stop the siege? A rich and detailed adventure that will engage your mind and challenge your imaginations.The Realms of Arkania Tri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realms of Arkania: Blade of Destiny.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

57% User Score Based on 105 reviews

Enter the world of Ahkranox - the first ever genuinely infinite first person roguelike. Become the incarnate form of a magical, sentient Sword, protecting a realm of dreams from the shadows of its own tormented soul, and stand as an eternal guardian against the infinite darkness that threatens to consume all. In development since 2010 and meticulously inspired by the classic RPG experiences of th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Malevolence: The Sword of Ahkranox.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

85% User Score Based on 323 reviews

Crypt of the Serpent King is a medieval first-person hack'n'slash dungeon crawler with roguelike elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crypt of the Serpent King.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

90% User Score Based on 340 reviews

Deep in the twilight of the Black Forest, you and your companions crouch before the robber-knight's tower. Hans, the alchemist, places his mysterious potion by the door. Ebhard the friar implores Saint Dunstan to bless your weapons and armor. And you and Gretchen grip naked long swords, praying your plate mail won't squeak. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darklands.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

84% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

The game is based on the novel of the same name by Strugatsky brothers. The game is a non-linear 3D RPG feautiring a branching story with four endings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hard to Be a God.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

83% User Score Based on 7,081 reviews

Critic Score 86%Based on 4 reviews

Play as the captain of a steamship on an underwater ocean surrounding the fictional city of Fallen London. Manage your ship's fuel and food supplies as you try not to go mad fighting off Lovecraftian monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sunless Sea.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

95% User Score Based on 732 reviews

The demons, sealed away in the realm of darkness for a thousand years, now face extinction.Their final battle with the humans is set to begin on a cursed ground of tragedy and slavery... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demons Roots.

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.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

76% User Score Based on 221 reviews

This game is a venture into an alternative timeline in which graphics and sensible game design were never invented. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Door in the Woods.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

64% User Score Based on 116 reviews

Imos lives his peaceful life helping his sister Tori run a potion shop in a quiet village. However, when an order is given for all Ryuujin to hunt down the Evil King, that peace is shattered forever. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Hero Party.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

85% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Chosen by the gods, you must battle savage monsters, corrupt priests, and mad philosophers to save reality from the dark god of destruction! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pon Para and the Great Southern Labyrinth.

This game is my first deep dive into game development. I am a solo developer that has dreamt of creating games since I was 12. So I wanted to pay tribute to the very first game I owned as a child, but also creating something of my own. The first game I owned as a child was for the Tandy Color Computer 2 called Dungeons of Daggorath. It was a very basic dungeon crawler with simple line graphics… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crusader: Dungeon Series.

The development origin of the game "The Legend of Demon-slaying Heroes". My two greatest hobbies are playing games and reading novels, and there is a strong connection between these two. Not only are some online novels adapted into games, but some online novels also draw a lot of inspiration from games. Even the content structure of many online novels is similar to that of games. T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 镇魔英雄谭_The Legend of Demon-slaying Heroes.

Welcome to Diabolical Designs, your ultimate guide to unleashing the dark power of demons and devils in your 5E campaigns. This manual takes you deep into the fiery Hell and chaotic Abyssal Realms, providing the tools and inspiration you need to craft unforgettable stories of infernal intrigue, destruction, and forbidden power. What's Inside? The Lower Realms Unveiled: Journey through the H… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diabolical Designs: Demons and Devils for 5E.

The Legendary Journey of the Rolling Curtain General Embark on the legendary journey of the Rolling Curtain General, collect fragments of the Glazed Lamp, challenge formidable foes, and build your own village. In this world where tradition and innovation intertwine, forge an unprecedented adventure in the realm of Journey to the West. The Backstory of the Glazed Cup The Rolling Curtain General, ba… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glaze Cup: Journey to the West.

Maze of the Lost is a Hybrid of Old-School Dungeon Crawlers and Traditional Japanese RPG's with a splash of the likes of Shadow Gate/Uninvited/Deja Vu and Metroidvanias that may also serve to satisfy that palette as well if you're into those. By Old School Dungeon Crawler I am talking about the likes of  Dungeon Crawlers or "Blobbers" from the 1980's.  If you are a newer gamer then you might not "… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze of the Lost 1.10 Stable.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay

82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Dispel is an adventure set in a dark fantasy world. You are broke and decide to set off on a journey in search of wealth and fame. After dozens of cold nights in the forest, your eye catches an inconspicuous cave. Without hesitation, you rush straight into the very depth of it... Key Features Procedural generation of levels. With procedurally generated levels, no two runs are ever the same, allo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dispel.

Maze of the Lost is a Hybrid of Old-School Dungeon Crawlers and Traditional Japanese RPG's with a splash of the likes of Shadow Gate/Uninvited/Deja Vu and Metroidvanias that may also serve to satisfy that palette as well if you're into those. By Old School Dungeon Crawler I am talking about the likes of  Dungeon Crawlers or "Blobbers" from the 1980's.  If you are a newer gamer then you might not "… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze of the Lost 1.09a Stable.

Maze of the Lost is a Hybrid of Old-School Dungeon Crawlers and Traditional Japanese RPG's with a splash of the likes of Shadow Gate/Uninvited/Deja Vu and Metroidvanias that may also serve to satisfy that palette as well if you're into those. By Old School Dungeon Crawler I am talking about the likes of  Dungeon Crawlers or "Blobbers" from the 1980's.  If you are a newer gamer then you might not "… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze of the Lost 1.08a Stable.

Maze of the Lost is a Hybrid of Old-School Dungeon Crawlers and Traditional Japanese RPG's with a splash of the likes of Shadow Gate/Uninvited/Deja Vu and Metroidvanias that may also serve to satisfy that palette as well if you're into those. By Old School Dungeon Crawler I am talking about the likes of  Dungeon Crawlers or "Blobbers" from the 1980's.  If you are a newer gamer then you might not "… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze of the Lost 1.07 Stable.

Add to your Wishlist!The game is still in development, but you can help us a lot by adding it to your Steam Wishlist! You'll be notified as soon as Vicky is ready to start her adventure.A spell has hidden ten days of history!Vicky falls asleep peacefully on the evening of October 4th, 1582. However, upon waking, something has changed: the air feels different, and the calendar already reads October… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vicky The Fox.

After Shadows is a metroidvania with roguelike elements. Get into a distant post-apocalyptic future, where all of humanity became extinct. Explore the abandoned Fortress, look for traps and hide from Dark Monster who is chasing you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to After Shadows.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

93% User Score Based on 128 reviews

Reborn as a Demon Lord, seek revenge on the heroes! This fantasy roguelite game features grid-based combat controlled using four directional inputs. The world only moves when you do: you attack when you collide with enemies. Plan your moves step by step or play swiftly with dodges and parries! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 卡片魔王：只剩个头！.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding

93% User Score Based on 727 reviews

Let's collect rare monsters by combining summoned monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Summon Mate.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

90% User Score Based on 4,754 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 2 reviews

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

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, story

79% User Score Based on 53 reviews

Uncover the dark origins of Gehinnom. in the prologue, you'll discover the sinister forces behind the infernal realm and learn the secrets of how to escape. As you explore the map and gather clues to perform a powerful ritual to banish the demonic hunter that stalks you. Dynamic Gameplay Experience the thrill of the unknown with Random Scares, every run in Gehinnom is unique and dynamic, tailore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gehinnom.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, story

78% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Gehinnom is a multiplayer horror game for 1-4 players. (Demo is single-player only). Collect clues and complete quests to perform a ritual and banish the demon that hunts you. Everything in Gehinnom is randomly generated, so you will always be scared. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gehinnom.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

58% User Score Based on 36 reviews

How can 13 peasants challenge 13 rich, powerful and well-educated martial artists? Enter the final, grandiose episode of a saga no stranger to the likes of Karate Kid, and carrying an uplifting message of hope, perseverence and friendship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Millennium 5: The Battle of the Millennium.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

84% User Score Based on 75 reviews

Be You 2 is an interactive visual novel. In this sequel to "be you", you must raise a child by making story choices. There are multiple routes and endings based on your offspring's personality. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to be you 2.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

85% User Score Based on 130 reviews

Wishlist the full game! About the GameSandwalkers: The Fourteenth Caravan is the free prologue of the full game Sandwalkers. Introduction: Play as the Fourteenth Caravan and discover one of your ancestors' secrets, which will rekindle the hope of ending the Phithi era someday. Every decade, the tree city of Lecwasi sends a caravan of merchants and diplomats into the Phithi, the meteorological… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sandwalkers: The Fourteenth Caravan.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

94% User Score Based on 553,632 reviews

Critic Score 95%Based on 87 reviews

Buy Elden Ring on PlayStation Store, the latest fantasy action-RPG from Hidetaka Miyazaki (Bloodborne, Dark Souls) & George R. R. Martin (Game of Thrones). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elden Ring.

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.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

96% User Score Based on 10,360 reviews

Critic Score 89%Based on 2 reviews

Wildermyth is a character-driven, procedurally-generated tactical RPG. Lead a band of unique heroes as they grow from a reluctant farmers into legendary fighters. Battle threats lurking in the Yondering Lands and discover secrets that the land has to offer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wildermyth.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

87% User Score Based on 1,625 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 3 reviews

Eldritch is a first-person action game inspired by roguelikes, immersive sims, and H. P. Lovecraft. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eldritch.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music

95% User Score Based on 176 reviews

Return to the first fantasy role-playing epic set in the legendary Dragonlance game world of Krynn. This immortal pack includes Champions of Krynn, Death Knights of Krynn and The Dark Queen of Krynn. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons & Dragons: Krynn Series.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

68% User Score Based on 88 reviews

Sophie and Mike have been separated by an evil group and must now try and rejoin forces before taking on a great evil. But something more sinister is happening and may change the world forever! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Origin Of Destiny: Crimson Awakening.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

83% User Score Based on 2,781 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 20 reviews

Everything is an interactive experience where everything you see is a thing you can be, from animals to planets to galaxies and beyond. Travel between outer and inner space, and explore a vast, interconnected universe of things without enforced goals, scores, or tasks to complete. Everything is a procedural, AI-driven simulation of the systems of nature, seen from the points of view of everything … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Everything.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

93% User Score Based on 2,120 reviews

Critic Score 82%Based on 6 reviews

Enter the wondrous world of Wuppo! Fight numerous enemies, collect countless items, and solve immersive puzzles, all while exploring the detailed history of the world in your quest to find a new home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wuppo.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere

75% User Score Based on 683 reviews

Labyronia is an epic RPG. Only by defeating the gods can you, and your friends, save the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Labyronia RPG.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

91% User Score Based on 1,171 reviews

This is not a video game. This is a psychological torture device. Do not attempt to play this game. You won't have an enjoyable experience. And that's intentional. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crypt.