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Games like Pulp Arcana: Core Rulebook + Starter Adventure

Games like Pulp Arcana: Core Rulebook + Starter Adventure

Games like Pulp Arcana: Core Rulebook + Starter Adventure

Looking for games like Pulp Arcana: Core Rulebook + Starter Adventure? Here are top role playing recommendations with a fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Trials of Guinevere, Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times or Rogue Wizards.

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  1. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Inspired by many classic fantasy RPGs of the past, Trials of Guinevere combines strategic, turn-based combat with the emotional, character-focused story of a visual novel. The heroes will grow and mature as the game progresses, and each will play an important role in its resolution. Trials of Guinevere explores many themes, such as the origins of personal strength, loyalty and betrayal, the meanin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trials of Guinevere.

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  2. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    53% User Score Based on 266 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 2 reviews

    In Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times, you will lead your group of brave warriors across a war torn land and into dungeons for wealth and glory! Swing swords, fire arrows and cast spells as you fight through the denizens of Chaos that threaten the Warhammer world. Success in battle is rewarded with new weapons, armours, skills and treasure. Explore three regions, each with their own enemy sets, obje… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times.

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  3. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    76% User Score Based on 168 reviews
    Critic Score 62%Based on 10 reviews

    Battle creatures, collect loot, master magic, and build your very own Wizard Tower sanctuary in this rogue-like, dungeon-crawling RPG. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Wizards.

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  5. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    43% User Score Based on 80 reviews
    Critic Score 51%Based on 4 reviews

    Book of Heroes is a classic role-playing game with a clear top view. The character mode is extensive: players can choose from 12 different professions and four species and adapt the appearance of their character as they wish. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dark Eye : Book of Heroes.

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  6. 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.

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  7. 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.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 492 reviews

    The great wizard Galdryn of the Meadows has been vanquished by a deadly conspiracy within the Circle of Mages. His chief ally, Lord Davenmor, now struggles to save his kingdom from the dark forces of the conspiracy and the onslaught of Lord Barrowgrim’s army of marauders. But there is hope, for according to prophecy a Great Champion shall appear to challenge the evil invaders - the Realm awaits YO… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Lords.

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  9. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    74% User Score Based on 207 reviews

    Ten years ago, Wizardry set the standards in Fantasy Role-Playing (FRP). Now after two million copies have been sold and dozens of awards have been won, Bane of the Cosmic Forge raises and redefines those standards. This new Wizardry , the truest simulation ever of Fantasy Role Playing, will push your computer, your mind, and your sense of adventure to their very limits. Only through the power of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wizardry: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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    39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    58% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Final Regent is a city management simulation game based on  KOEI's DOS-era Romance of the Three Kingdoms. As someone filled with a desire for revenge on this ancient kingdom, your task is to keep the city from falling apart while eliminating all of its internal administrators (targets). The player's only task is to eliminate one of the five presented targets each turn. Start by removing the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FINAL REGENT.

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  11. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    98% User Score Based on 744 reviews

    Dawnsbury Days is a 2D turn-based tactics game with CRPG elements that's based on the rules of PF2E, the second edition of a powerful tabletop ruleset originally published under the OGL. You play as the Dawnsbury Four, a group of four young heroes from a small town. You choose their class, feats, spells and other abilities as you lead them through a quest to save their home town from a multitude… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dawnsbury Days.

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  12. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    98% User Score Based on 168 reviews

    Geneforge 2 – Infestation is a truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a unique world of alien fantasy. You are one of the Shapers, wizards with the awesome power to create life. Want a tool, a trap, an army? You summon it into existence. You create mighty beasts, and they totally obey you. Usually. But your people have grown lazy and complacent, and a threat has appeared. Your creations are no lon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Geneforge 2 - Infestation.

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  14. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 1,269 reviews

    ADOM (Ancient Domains Of Mystery) is one of the most successful roguelike games ever created, boasting a brilliant mix of story, RPG, exploration, and intensely strategic and flexible combat. The Steam version adds various Deluxe features like achievements, difficulty level customization and various play modes (e.g. a story mode allowing to save and restore games, a weekly challenge game, an explo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ADOM (Ancient Domains Of Mystery).

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  15. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    58% User Score Based on 1,632 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 16 reviews

    Set in the lush and vibrant world of the Forgotten Realms, Sword Coast Legends offers an all-new way to enjoy the time-tested magic of playing Dungeons & Dragons as a shared storytelling experience. With a deep narrative developed by a team of long-time industry veterans and a partnership with Wizards of the Coast, the single player campaign of Sword Coast Legends brings the world of Faerûn home l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sword Coast Legends.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, emotional
    65% User Score Based on 151 reviews

    Antharion is an epic old-school fantasy RPG that combines tactical turn-based combat with the freedom of a huge living-breathing open world. You'll create and customize a party of four: choosing from seven races, nine classes and fifteen skills, before setting out to explore the fully interactive continent of Antharion. Explore dungeons, get thrown in jail, discover hidden passageways, burglarize … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AntharioN.

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  17. EPIC ENEMY DESIGN Want to customize existing monsters or build your own from scratch? Now you can! Inside, you’ll find over 1,800 exciting new ideas and inspiration for: Every Creature and Damage Type Melee, Ranged, and Natural Weapons Psionics, Psychic Powers, and Telepathy Innate Spellcasters and Spell-Like Abilities Running Monsters as Enemies and Allies Plus Monster, NPC, and PC rules for: … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Game Master's Guide to Traits and Actions for Monsters and NPCs.

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    39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    55% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    D&D Style Beat'em Up ActionIt's an authentic fantasy action game based on retro beat'em up gameplay. Party BattlesFight with a party of four, creating synergy and battling in an auto-battler style. Part Destruction and MaterialsDestroy parts of pattern-based bosses and collect materials to craft equipment. Giant MonstersCapture monsters and summon them as allies in your next battle. Features:N… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FINAL KNIGHT.

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  19. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    81% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Step into a world of gothic and Egyptian horror and adventure, set in the campaign setting of Ravenloft. This series of entrancing horrors includes Ravenloft: Strahd's Possession and its sequel, Ravenloft: Stone Prophet. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons & Dragons: Ravenloft Series.

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  20. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    70% User Score Based on 100 reviews

    Explore the subterranean depths in this first-person dungeon crawler with real-time combat, a unique rune magic system, exploration, and puzzle solving. This game will awaken memories of what made old-school dungeons so much fun to play while you fight, hunt for hidden treasures, and avoid deadly traps. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Keep.

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  21. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    91% User Score Based on 651 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 3 reviews

    A new game based on the 1998 PlayStation game Brigandine, which was remade in 2000 as Brigandine: Grand Edition, that will probably be revealed as part of the 2019 Tokyo Game Show in September. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brigandine The Legend of Runersia.

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  22. 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.

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  24. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 2,014 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 4 reviews

    Buy Demeo on PlayStation Store. Gather your friends and battle the dark forces in this award-winning RPG dungeon crawler for PS VR2. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demeo.

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  25. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    69% User Score Based on 309 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 17 reviews

    After your plane flies through a strange rift and crashes, you awake under an unfamiliar sky. This is Sword City, a dark fantasy world that combines magic and technology. Explore, level up, make a perfect team, and slay monsters. But choose your allies carefully if you want to find a way home. In Stranger of Sword City, you must perfect your DRPG skills and navigate your way through Escario, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stranger of Sword City.

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  26. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 23,970 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 16 reviews

    Roll for initiative, take attacks of opportunity, manage player location and the verticality of the battle field in this upcoming Tactical RPG by Tactical Adventures. In Solasta, you make the choices, dice decide your destiny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solasta: Crown of the Magister.

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  27. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 6,120 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

    "Captures everything that's fun about old-school RPGs." 4.5/5 – GameSpy "The balance between exciting combat, thought-provoking puzzle work, and open-ended exploration is stellar." 8.5/10 – IGN "I lost count as to how many times I threw my fist in the air and shouted, "YES!" after successfully completing a puzzle." 9.5/10 – Destructoid "Undoubtedly the best Indie Game I have played so far and at a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legend of Grimrock.

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  28. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    92% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    A sword and sorcery adventure where your magic shapes the world. A Classical rogue-like with a modern feel. A challenging game with clear goals and important tactical decisions. A deep experience that's easy to use. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Curse Of Yendor.

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  29. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    64% User Score Based on 3,268 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 10 reviews

    This Deluxe Edition contains: - The game Might and Magix X Legacy on DVD - 4 lithography prints - Game soundtrack CD - Color cloth map of the Agyn Peninsula region. - Code to download a 'Might and Magic VI The Mandate of Heaven' digital copy on Uplay - Code to activate a exclusive bonus pack in the 'Might&Magic Duel of Champions' free-to-play game - 40 pages color manual If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Might & Magic X: Legacy.

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  30. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    95% User Score Based on 175 reviews

    A unique RPG where the villain randomizes the world with each defeat. Start with a classic RPG experience! The enemy has attacked, your king is dead, and the sacred artifact of your kingdom has been stolen. It's up to you, the descendant of a legendary knight, to avenge your king and restore your kingdom's artifact to its rightful place. But victory is only the beginning! Upon completin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Splintered.

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  31. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    85% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    The Adventurers is a turn-based tactical RPG set in a rich, high-fantasy world inspired by classic tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons. Lead a diverse party of adventurers as they explore an ever-changing world, engage in strategic combat, and manage the complexities of adventuring life. Take on costly quests, battle mythical creatures, and discover many wonders, as you make a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Adventurers.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    99% User Score Based on 187 reviews

    The God of Dragons beckons you to Scarmonde. Gather your most trusted and skilled companions, then brave the The Depths to locate each of the Dragon God's Sacred Treasures. Legends say paradise awaits the one who gathers all three, but will you and your band of adventurers be the first to have their wildest dreams become their new reality? Before departing into The Depths below Scarmonde, you're t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scarmonde.

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  33. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 160 reviews

    Early AccessThe Game is  now V1.0. A Better Translation is now available! Thank you for your support! About the GameInkbrush & Blade — A Journey Through Mystic China When spirits roam and legends come alive, only a true cultivator can restore balance. As a lone Yao Hunter, wield blade and spell to cleanse a world where ancient demons awaken and forgotten myths take shape. Step into a h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yao-Guai Hunter.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 319 reviews

    Zorbus is a fantasy-themed, graphical, turn-based, role-playing roguelike game. Your goal is to delve deep into a dungeon, find a portal to a mythical place called the Zorbus where a mere mortal can ascend to demigodhood. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zorbus.

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  35. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 4,800 reviews

    Tales of Maj'Eyal is a roguelike RPG, featuring tactical turn-based combat and advanced character building. Play as one of many unique races and classes in the lore-filled world of Eyal, exploring random dungeons, facing challenging battles, and developing characters with your own tailored mix of abilities and powers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Maj'Eyal.

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  36. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 502 reviews

    Golden Krone Hotel is a gothic horror roguelike. Fight vampires with sunlight or become a vampire yourself and sneak in the shadows. Combines classic turn-based combat with dynamic lighting, an innovative potion system, and fast paced gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Krone Hotel.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 496 reviews

    Embark on epic adventures and perfect your strategy in this deck building RPG If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abalon.

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  38. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 716 reviews

    The Quest is a beautifully hand-drawn open world role playing game with old school grid-based movement, turn based combat and intricate quests. Explore a huge world, full of challenging mysteries and dangerous monsters! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Quest.

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  39. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    93% User Score Based on 383 reviews

    Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more. Siralim 2 never ends. There's an infinite amount of content, and absolutely no limits or level caps of an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Siralim 2.

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  40. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    63% User Score Based on 80 reviews

    Dungeon Hero is a classic style Dungeon Crawler with a Casual/Cartoony twist. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Hero.

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  42. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    71% User Score Based on 1,158 reviews

    Tales from Candlekeep: Tomb of Annihilation is a turn-based dungeon-crawling game based on the Dungeons & Dragons Adventure System board games and developed by BKOM Studios. Unique Quests: The procedural map generation allows every quest to remain unique even when replaying them multiple times. Over 30 Quests: The game features a mix of Main Story quests and Side quests. A board game experience… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales from Candlekeep: Tomb of Annihilation.

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  43. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    79% User Score Based on 136 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Swords and Sorcery - Underworld is a party-based, first person view role-playing game with turn-based combat and a square grid 3D environment. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swords and Sorcery Underworld.

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  45. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 716 reviews

    The popular dungeon-crawling RPG series returns! Take your party into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight in turn-based battles, loot and level up! Explore the land and uncover the mysteries of the Godfall! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monsters' Den: Godfall.

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  46. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    88% User Score Based on 169 reviews

    Retro turn-based 2D pixelart RPG. Exploration, character choices, riddles and challenges. 80+ hours of gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DUNGEONS OF CHAOS.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    65% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    Voidsayer is a dark monster-taming jRPG, set in a world cursed by the Abyss. As its malevolent influence spreads and consumes the world, take on the role of a valiant warrior and fight back using over one hundred types of powerful tameable monsters. Refine their power with gear, special effects, and of course, evolve them into higher classes of monsters. Cross a vast interconnected world full of c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voidsayer.

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  48. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 6,245 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 19 reviews

    Kidnapped. Imprisoned. Tortured. The wizard Irenicus holds you captive in his stronghold, attempting to strip you of the powers that are your birthright. Can you resist the evil within you, forge a legend of heroic proportions, and ultimately destroy the dark essence that haunts your dreams? Or will you embrace your monstrous nature, carve a swath of destruction across the realms, and ascend to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Baldur's Gate 2.

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  49. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 1,451 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 3 reviews

    Dragons: they have been hunted, they have been slain, but now the hour to strike back has come. Divinity II is an action role-playing game developed by Larian Studios. Its first release in 2009 was subtitled Ego Draconis, and was published by DTP entertainment and in the United States by CDV Entertainment. The updated 2011 re-release The Dragon Knight Saga which included the expansion Flames of V… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Divinity II: Ego Draconis.

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  50. 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 one-of-a-kind party-based soulslike set in a callous world where Faith and Science clash. The forbidden city of Akratya is an unforgiving land that cannot be conquered alone. Bind with fallen warriors found throughout your crusade and dynamically transform between characters seamlessly in mid-combat with the unique 4-hero party system. The fallen are individual characters with … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathbound.

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