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Looking for games like Morning Star? Here are top hack and slash recommendations with a fantasy and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Zanore: Echoes of the Shards, Mendacium or A Song in Elyel Nalore.

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  1. Explore a mysterious hand-painted world as Vael in a 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Battle strange creatures, uncover ancient secrets, and seek eleven mysterious Shards that hold the echoes of a forgotten past. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zanore: Echoes of the Shards.

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  2. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Explore Mendacium, a dark, mysterious world infected with depression, and uncover the truth and the fate of a sightless young boy, Caecus. In order to solve the mystery of the game, it is necessary to read all of the dialogues carefully. When the player is killed and sent back to the main menu, it does not count as an actual ending, since there are only two legit ones and you will get an end credi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mendacium.

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  3. In A Song in Elyel Nalore, you'll step into the shoes of a skilled protagonist who takes on a simple guild job that turns into a dangerous quest to uncover dark secrets.  This Metroidvania-style action adventure combines intense platforming, dynamic combat, and immersive world-building to create an unforgettable journey.  Key Features: Exploration & Discovery: Dive into a vast, beautifu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Song in Elyel Nalore.

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  4. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    90% User Score Based on 140 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

    "Savior" is the first independent videogame created entirely in Cuba. It is an animated 2D platformer that utilizes timing mechanics and other experimental elements more similar to non-games and other less commercial aspects of videogames. The story begins when your protagonist, a "Little God," awakes a strange dream to discover that his world is disappearing. From here begins a frantic search th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saviorless.

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  5. The King's Pup Levels Up When the King and all his people disappear, his favourite puppy becomes the Kingdom's only hope! Now empowered with a golden sword, Humphrey must explore beyond the kingdom walls to find his long lost royal owner. But the land is riddled with enchanted enemies, so Humphrey will have to level up fast...or the throne will remain empty forever. Explore and Restore a Spellbou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cavalier.

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  6. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    98% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a warrior, a werewolf, or join the darkness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Volkolak: The Will of Gods.

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  7. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Traveler's Refrain.

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  8. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    77% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    Explore the mysterious land of Zagora in this action-packed platformer. Wander through lush forests, crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marko: Beyond Brave.

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    Story:The once-great kingdom of Targat has fallen. An army of the undead, led by the ruthless Vezruvil, has burned it to the ground. Your family was executed. You were left to rot in chains. But now, you're free. You are Duil, a man who cannot die. Your quest: fight your way to the heart of darkness and take revenge on the one who destroyed your life. But the deeper you go, the more you realize… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duil.

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  10. In the vast land of Niraking, there lies and ancient power! Play as the hero, a young boy of 17, to save the land of Niraking from the invading Nohak Forces. Get all three Goddess Stones and get the Gallant Sword to enter the Nohak Realm. Fight Lord Venson and save the land, but it's dangerous to go alone.  Find NPCs to add to your party for added gameplay experience and hidden locations and secre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Knight of Niraking.

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    Maya and a mysterious companion enter a fairytale world turned nightmare. Explore stunning locations, meet mythical characters, and battle the darkness to uncover the truth! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ARTMESS.

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  12. Worlds: The Great Odyssey is in the early stages of development. By purchasing now, you’re supporting our journey to complete the full game while gaining exclusive early access to explore content as it’s created. What You Get Right Now Access to the first playable build of Worlds: The Great Odyssey. Starting gear package: Tesseract Energy Core Muramusa (sidearm with damage bonus) Ascalon … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WORLDS: The Great Odyssey.

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  13. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    An action-adventure platformer in the metroidvania subgenre. The graphics are made in the style of a checkered notebook and blue ink.  Defeat crowds of monsters, overcome traps, explore the game world, unlock new characters and find secrets! And all this to the accompaniment of driving music! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Under the tyranny of the four-throated, magic collapsed and darkness fell. Irang embarks on a journey to find her missing family and uncover her birth's secret. In a Metroidvania-style adventure, she explores a decayed world, enhances envoy powers, and aims to restore the lost light. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Irang.

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  15. Become Strong And Reclaim What You Lost! Artifacts is a 2D adventure platformer set in an ancient interconnected kingdom littered with powerful relics. Collect synergistic artifacts to challenge the mighty, corrupted foes that lurk beneath the ground. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Artifacts.

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  16. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    Forgotlings is a breathtaking cinematic action-adventure set in a magical land of sentient forgotten objects. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forgotlings.

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  17. 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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    38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    64% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    "Where am I? Who am I?" Neu quietly awakened in his ancient temple to fulfill the terms of an agreement he no longer remembers. So, what was this agreement? Join Neu on his quest to rediscover himself and his memories. Challenge the immortal guardians of the realm of Aytol, which has fallen into chaos, and enter an eternal struggle to cleanse their souls from corruption. Remember yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omen Fall.

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    41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster! The Little Brave is a 2D action-adventure immersive metroidvania about a little boy Keely. Get ready for an exciting adventure. Uncover the secrets of an old tale, gain bravery and strengt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Little Brave.

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  20. Infinity Wanderer is an action platformer with pixel art visuals and a mix of metroidvania, roguelike and souls like genres. In Infinity Wanderer, players experience the dark and terrifying immersive story of Lunara. With carefully hand-designed levels and a deep character customization system, Infinity Wanderer offers a fluid and challenging rogue-like gameplay experience that combines fast gamep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinity Wanderer.

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  21. Nocturnal Echoes is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG set in the haunted world of Elaris. Explore cursed villages, forgotten towers, flooded barrows, and corrupted sanctuaries as a mysterious book pulls you into a story of memory, sacrifice, and ancient Wards beginning to fail. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nocturnal Echoes.

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  22. Enter a fallen dark-fantasy kingdom in this atmospheric 2D action-adventure. Master shadow powers, overcome deadly platforming challenges, defeat corrupted guardians, and recover five lost hearts to seal the Abyss King once more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow of the Dead Lands.

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  23. Uncover a forgotten legend as you venture through mythical realms. Play as four heroes bound by a mysterious fate. Explore ancient ruins, outsmart deadly foes and solve arcane puzzles. Each path you take reveals a piece of The Longest Tale. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Longest Tale.

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  24. Fight, explore, and collect. Step into the role of a wandering fox in this Eastern-fantasy Metroidvania, braving a beautifully crafted world fraught with danger. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fox Wanderer.

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    TORNBLADE is a dark action game combining top-down exploration with direct side-scroll combat, inspired by the uncompromising spirit of classic games from the 80s and 90s, and shaped by Slavic and Celtic atmosphere. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TORNBLADE.

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  26. Embark on an epic journey through mysterious terrains and dark jungles with "Traces of the Unknown." In this exploration RPG, you take on the role of a fearless, unknown explorer whose burning desire to unravel the unknown leads to an adventure that transcends the limits of the village he calls home.key Features: Fearless Exploration: Immerse yourself in a complex world of whispering for… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Traces of the Unknown.

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  27. An anime-style 3D Metroidvania adventure with fast-paced combat, varied weapon abilities, puzzle-solving, free exploration, and a mysterious journey filled with unexpected turns. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arenion.

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  28. Ten Years of Rain is a fantasy adventure Zelda-like with a unique Central Asian inspired setting. Pick up your blade, call your hawk, and prepare to travel the cursed lands. Battle the forces of the Great Khan, explore the secret places of the world, and discover the cause of the long rain... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ten Years of Rain.

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  29. In search of the “Colossi” — ancient beings capable of guiding them in their search for the Seven Keys of Eden — the Envoys of the Spirits begin their journey through the living forests of Panfa. But their quest is soon disrupted when the creatures of the land are consumed by a dark energy, plunging the world into chaos. Joined by Mhalka, a scholar from an ancient tribe, the group ventures deep … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Akasha: Taliokata's Tomb.

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  30. Argol II - Curse of Nemesis is an action, platform and adventure game. The action takes place in mythological times, after the battle against Kronoss (Argol - Kronoss' Castle). StoryNemesis, goddess of vengeance, offered Princess Harmony, guardian of the balance of the world, a mysterious bewitched necklace that plunged her into an eternal sleep. No one can wake her up and since that day, dark cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Argol II - Curse of Nemesis.

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  31. Tsarevna is a story-driven action adventure featuring elegant ballet-inspired hack-and-slash combat in a dark world of Slavic fantasy. Build momentum through elegant combos, rise through combat ranks, and unleash devastating dances that heal wounds, control enemies, or turn the tide of battle. In Tsarevna, fighting beautifully is not just a spectacle… It is the key to survival. Explore hauntin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TSAREVNA. Age of Tales.

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  32. Get ready to dive into Wispy Dreams, a vibrant love letter to the classic arcade platformers of the 80s! Jump, collect power-ups, battle epic bosses, and unravel the secrets of the Wispy Isles in a beautifully hand-drawn adventure, whether you’re playing solo or teaming up with a friend. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wispy Dreams.

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

    As the final remnants of a ruined world crumble, and the last bastions of humanity struggle to survive, a lone adventurer seeks to unravel the secrets of the past. Aethyr is an Action Adventure RPG that innovates on the legacy left behind by the golden age classics with fast-paced combat, in-depth crafting, and a massive open world to explore. Awaking from a deep astral dream, washed ashore in a s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aethyr.

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  34. Dive into Japanese-Hawaiian story, where light is the last hope to survive. Play as Shima Nobu and fox Miwa and save the village from darkness. Miwa: The Sacred Fox is an 2D adventure platformer game with many interesting puzzle elements and a beautiful hand-drawn mystical world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miwa: The Sacred Fox.

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  35. A voice has spoken out, echoing throughout the world saying but one thing, "Seek the Land Beyond". Fantastical beasts from all around listen and begin their journey to this mysterious place causing the world of Reqweki to quake with the movement of these majestic creatures leaving vast changes throughout the world. The last egg has hatched, albeit a bit later than most. Join young Tirsy as she hee… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tirsy's Tale.

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  36. A gore action and adventure game where you'll learn about the Mayan culture while you explore, obtain new abilities and defeat enemies to save Zaya's lands from the curse that ravages humankind and deities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zaya: Rise to the Gods.

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    100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 61 reviews

    Deep in an ancient forest bound by a bitter spell, a tiny fairy wanders. Wielding a spool of thread and a bladeless sword, weave through twisting paths to unearth enchanted trinkets, evading monsters and collecting stars to free their hearts from hatred in this ink-illustrated pacifist bullet-hell. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Key Fairy.

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  38. Use your wit and courage to uncover the mysteries hidden in every corner The journey to discover the truth is always full of surprises and challenges, especially in the small town of Harstad, which seems to be hiding many untold secrets. Recently, the town's peace has been shattered by a series of unusual events, and all the clues point to those forgotten underground passages. The mayor has sent o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 白猫骑士物语/ White Cat Knight.

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  39. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Game Features Immerse yourself in a post-apocalyptic world inspired by the aesthetics of nomadic Asian cultures. Explore the vast and enigmatic world of the Ark, once again standing on the edge of the Abyss. Fight in rhythmic battles using the power of the shamanic drum. Let ancient melodies help you crush your enemies! Defeat gigantic bosses. Acquire abilities that will unlock new… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shaman's Ark.

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  40. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Explore the danger and mystery of a fallen land, whose hidden wonders are shrouded and marred by the stranglehold of wickedness. In "Fire in the Beastlands," you are thrust into a world beyond the brink, blamed for its waywardness, and confronted with the choice between revenge and redemption. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fire in the Beastlands.

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  41. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    77% User Score Based on 586 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Greak: Memories of Azur is a beautiful single-player puzzle platformer adventure. You will take the role of three siblings: Greak, Adara and Raydel to guide them through the lands of Azur. Alternate control between them and use their unique abilities to escape from the Urlag invasion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Greak: Memories of Azur.

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  42. Godreaper is a dark third-person Action-Adventure set in an East Slavic Dark Fantasy world. The ancient order collapsed when an unknown corruption struck the roots of the World Tree. A poisonous decay blinded the gods; losing their sanity, the guardians of order turned into mad tyrants. While creatures from Navi feast upon the ruins of villages, a relentless horde advances from the east upon the b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Godreaper.

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  43. Explore a dark fantasy world in Realms of Wands, an action RPG filled with epic boss battles, powerful magic, legendary loot, and dangerous dungeons. Level up, forge your destiny, and uncover the secrets of a fallen kingdom If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realms Of Wands.

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  44. Bjørn watches a mysterious figure steal his parents’ dreams and follows it into a world consumed by nightmares. Explore, fight, solve puzzles, and open rifts between dream and nightmare in a Ghibli-inspired isometric action-adventure about facing childhood fears. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dreamthief.

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  45. About :As development of Varadia: Curse of Ya’Fjora progresses and we prepare for our Kickstarter campaign, we’ll be posting more in-game content on this Steam page leading up to the free-to-play demo. The demo is an early playable slice of the game created as part of our Kickstarter campaign. Some features shown or described may be planned for the full release and may not be available in the demo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Varadia : Curse Of Ya'Fjora.

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  46. Shadows of Eldemir is a retro-inspired, Victorian cosmic-horror, point-and-click adventure RPG, where a London schoolmaster travels to a remote Eastern European village searching for his missing fiancée, only to discover the archaeological expedition she joined may have disturbed something ancient. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows of Eldemir.

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    ESCRIA is a dark fantasy 2D adventure set during the final moments of a dying world. Play as a silent boy named Astro, who awakens in a lonely tree house and begins a journey through forests, castles, ruins, and corrupted lands in search of a cure before the world of Escria comes to an end. Fight dangerous creatures, powerful bosses, and mysterious beings as the world slowly reveals its secrets. D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escria.

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  48. Eurydice's CallStep into the sandals of Orpheus, the legendary lyre-wielding hero of Greek mythology, and journey to reunite with Eurydice. Traverse a mythical world, uncover its ancient songs, soothe lost souls, and confront dark forces that stand between you and your beloved. Originally created for the GitHub Game Off 2024, Song of Decay has been expanded into this full adventure! Game Feature… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Song of Decay.

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  49. About the Game  Underworld is a 2D pixel-art action-adventure platformer set in a haunting sci-fi realm deep beneath the surface. You play as a nano-enhanced swordsman, awakened by a mysterious AI after being left for dead in the ruins of a forgotten world. With your body rebuilt and your mind linked to advanced technology, you're the last hope to stop the growing corruption spreading through the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Underworld.

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    Explore a world where you try to preserve the still existing life forms. Technology has taken over and will try it's best to stop you in your adventure. Whilst those technologies try to stop you they could also be the only reason you're still alive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ZWAARD.

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