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Looking for games like Rise of a Legend? Here are top tactical hack and slash recommendations with a medieval and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with We Who Are About To Die, Blackthorn Arena or Expedition Agartha.

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  1. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 6,485 reviews

    Take control of a brand new randomized gladiator with a single life, fight your way from pit to arena to stadium, pleasing larger and larger crowds until you finally become a legend of the Grand Stadium... or gloriously die trying! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to We Who Are About To Die.

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  2. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    65% User Score Based on 1,060 reviews

    Blackthorn Arena is a strategy/management sim with real-time combat system set in a fantasy world with mythical monsters and classic fantasy races. Play as the master of Blackthorn Arena, train your slaves into gladiators, forge them into your champions and send them to fight for your glories in the arenas! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blackthorn Arena.

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  3. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    67% User Score Based on 1,023 reviews

    Expedition Agartha is a hardcore multiplayer First Person Looter Survival game. Explorers and Mercenaries from around the world find themselves on a mysterious island in the Lost Continent of Mu. Launch your expedition, encounter ruthless enemies, and discover the secrets of Agartha. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Expedition Agartha.

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  4. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    79% User Score Based on 1,020 reviews

    Discover an extraordinary adventure in a dynamic Action RPG with souls-like combat. Explore the mythical world of ancient Greece, where you’ll assume the role of the fearless warrior, Achilles. Dive into a world where mastering combat is key to survival. Block and evade attacks, then sever limbs and heads of your foes. Develop your own tactics and achieve success over your enemies. If you fall in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Achilles: Legends Untold.

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  5. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    60% User Score Based on 3,220 reviews

    Necropolis is a third-person action roguelike, set in a living dungeon that changes every time you play, filled with monsters, myth and magic, and lorded over by the mad mystical intellect known only as the Brazen Head. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Necropolis.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    82% User Score Based on 15,952 reviews

    Exanima is a prelude to, and standalone dungeon crawler set in the underworld of, Sui Generis. It is a RPG with a realistic physics-based combat system that makes you consider every action. Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exanima.

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  7. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    81% User Score Based on 284 reviews

    Lead your team of Gladiators in turn-based arena battles, recruiting, training, and sometimes sacrificing them for glory. But remember, your Gladiators are mortal - If they fall in battle, they are lost forever... though their legacy will live on.As a noble heir, you'll manage your city by unlocking, constructing, and upgrading buildings that provide new services and mechanics to aid you on your b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloodgrounds.

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  8. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    67% User Score Based on 1,208 reviews

    Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons of Edera.

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  9. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 1,899 reviews

    Dungeons of Sundaria is an action-packed RPG where Heroes adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons of Sundaria.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    47% User Score Based on 1,159 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 1 reviews

    Pagan: Absent Gods is a singleplayer fast-paced hack-and-slash action RPG that will challenge your skill in brutal and satisfying combat against countless enemies and larger than life bosses. Master all heroes, each with their own unique playstyle and earn unique rewards. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pagan Online.

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  12. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    70% User Score Based on 3,723 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Prove you are the world's greatest swordsman! Engage in tactical 1 vs. 1 sword fighting, 2 vs. 2, or sandbox FFA, or capture Control Points in a tactical slash-em-up. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blade Symphony.

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  13. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    62% User Score Based on 1,390 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 2 reviews

    Darksburg is a fast paced cooperative action game. Traverse the streets of Darksburg as an unlikely band of Survivors, or lurk in the darkness as the devious Revenants. Challenge friends and... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darksburg.

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  14. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
    92% User Score Based on 541 reviews

    Gladiator Guild Manager is a game about building your guild, buying, developing and equipping units, figuring out tactics in different arenas against various opponents and becoming the most powerful gladiator guild in this epic fantasy world. Features: Each gladiator has Strengths, Weaknesses, Unique Behaviours, and Abilities. Each battle let's you choose a team of several units. Figure out… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gladiator Guild Manager: Prologue.

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  15. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 440 reviews

    Warriors: Rise to Glory! is a turn-based combat game with RPG elements. You are a fierce warrior in your path to glory. Fight epic battles against many different enemies and gain experience and loot to improve your skills, weapons, and armor to find revenge and freedom! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warriors: Rise to Glory.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 4,410 reviews

    A fighting game about sword dueling, in which the blades really clash using physics, and the characters use motion captured fencing techniques. Play as one of many 17th century warriors and use sabers, rapiers, broadswords and many other blades in single player campaign, arcade, or local multiplayer with friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hellish Quart.

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  17. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 3,880 reviews

    "Bloody Spell" is a martial arts action role-playing game. The core of the game is battle-oriented, and it combines many fighting elements and systems. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloody Spell.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    73% User Score Based on 21,178 reviews

    Half Sword is a physics-based medieval combat simulator featuring historically accurate XV-century arms and armor. We are not afraid to show the brutal nature of medieval combat with in-depth blood and gore features. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Half Sword.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 1,815 reviews

    Experience an ARPG's rapid ascension to power in minutes, packed with savage, survivors-like action and devastating sword & sorcery combat. Perfect your builds through Dark Ritual runs that will decide humanity's future as you battle endless hordes across haunting ruins and cursed kingdoms. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Conquest Dark.

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  20. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    59% User Score Based on 1,365 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 13 reviews

    Vikings: Wolves of Midgard takes you to the Shores of Midgard, a world based upon the mythology and history of the Vikings, but with a fantasy twist. Battle the fearsome Jotan, hordes of terrifying undead monstrosities and the beasts of Ragnarok, as you strive to survive the growing cold of Fimbulwinter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vikings: Wolves of Midgard.

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  21. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    73% User Score Based on 1,416 reviews

    Set in a vibrant fantasy world, Alaloth – Champions of The Four Kingdoms offers fast paced action with a deep narrative, developed by a team of industry veterans. The game brings the aRPG dynamics to a new level with a skill based gameplay inspired by great classics such as Moonstone and modern masterpieces as Dark Souls in a gritty, dark, mature environment filled with blood and magic! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alaloth: Champions of The Four Kingdoms.

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  23. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 2,822 reviews
    Critic Score 38%Based on 3 reviews

    Turn based strategy meets action RPG in this dungeon crawling looter. Venture forth alone or with friends through online co-op. Conquer as a single champion or with a party of up to 6. Master deep and satisfying, tactical combat. Recover the Stolen Realm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stolen Realm.

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  24. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 45,980 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Includes: Remnant: From the Ashes - Swamps of Corsus DLC Remnant: From the Ashes - Subject 2923 DLC Remnant: From the Ashes - Swamps of CorsusBegin your journey across the dangerous and corrupted worlds of Remnant: From the Ashes with a new mode and expanded map content in the Swamps of Corsus DLC. Remnant: From the Ashes - Subject 2923In a brand-new continuation of the Remnant: From the Ashes sto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Remnant: From the Ashes.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    97% User Score Based on 572 reviews

    REAL TIME COMBAT Control one fighter in fast-paced arena battles. Aim abilities, move, and react in real time to outplay your opponents through positioning and timing. Or step back, set tactics, and watch your team fight. BUILD YOUR CLUB Win fights to earn gold, buy and sell mercenaries, and strengthen your roster. Discover classes with unique abilities, shape your team, and upgrade it across seas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eslabong.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    62% User Score Based on 4,384 reviews

    Legacy: Steel & Sorcery is a third-person action PvPvE RPG featuring distinctive fantasy classes. Go on adventures solo or with friends to search for treasures, level up, and defeat any who stand in your way. DESTROY YOUR ENEMIES Combat has been designed from the ground up for PvP. Feel the impact of your attacks and use your abilities to carve out the flow of battle. Quick decisions and precision… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eldegarde.

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  27. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 7,286 reviews

    Return to the classic mythology-inspired setting of Titan Quest and go toe-to-toe with legendary monsters as you journey across a fantastical reimagining of ancient Greece.Nemesis, Goddess of Retribution, is out of control. She is corrupting the Threads of Fate and condemning all those who oppose her to eternal punishment - including you. Take up your weapon, fight alongside gods, and change fate … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Titan Quest II.

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  28. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    75% User Score Based on 5,242 reviews

    Incursion Red River is a tactical cooperative extraction shooter based in a de-stabilized Vietnam. As a contractor to private military organizations that stand to gain from the chaos of a war-torn country, you will engage in ruthless combat, discover dark secrets, and play to your advantage as the story unfolds. Setting Vietnam has fallen into a civil war. Gangs, militia and private military organ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incursion Red River.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    72% User Score Based on 695 reviews

    A Souls-inspired action RPG set in a sandbox open world with an MMO feel and challenging directional combat. Play solo or with up to 3 friends in co-op. Build friendships, master an unrestricted class system, and uncover the cause that darkened all eyes. The story is not told in a linear fashion. Instead, you experience it naturally as you explore the world, interact with factions, and discover th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duel Corp..

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  30. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 6,502 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 1 reviews

    A fantasy Action RPG, playable by yourself or in co-op with up to three friends! Features an unrestricted skill system, fluid and challenging combat, and an engaging story. For additional value, there's also a fleshed out, challenging roguelike mode to truly put your ARPG skills to the test! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of Grindea.

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  32. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    80% User Score Based on 1,168 reviews

    Fight in front of a blood thirsty crowd as a Sci-Fi Gladiator in Swords of Gurrah. Swords of Gurrah is a virtual reality game focused around hand-to-hand combat weapons. Fighters come from all over of their own free will to risk their lives against man or beast! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swords of Gurrah.

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  33. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    81% User Score Based on 1,006 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 32 reviews

    Slayers! Go forth and eradicate the Oni menace! Experience the latest hunting action game featuring a dynamic targeted destruction system! The latest installment in the hunting action series "Toukiden". From the battlefield to the village that serves as your base of operations, the game takes place in a vast "open world". Explore the vast world for yourself, and enjoy hunting action from an entir… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toukiden 2.

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  34. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    74% User Score Based on 2,502 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    KILLSQUAD is a coop A-RPG of mercenaries raiding planets for glory. Choose a raid on the Online Contract System. Unlock skills mid-mission to adapt. Unleash hell with unique weapons. Scavenge materials to boost them. And, if you survive, spend your bounty on gear to live another day. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Killsquad.

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  35. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    76% User Score Based on 916 reviews

    Age of Gladiators is a single-player strategy/management sim set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. As your fighters increase in level, it will be up to you to decide how to forge their attributes and abilities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Age of Gladiators.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    82% User Score Based on 1,281 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 12 reviews

    Deathtrap, a tower-defense game with strong action-RPG elements, is avaialble on Steam as an Early Access Game with many exciting features you've been longing to see in this genre. Choose from three game modes (PvP, Single Player and Cooperative Campaign), create your own maps and monsters, share them with your friends and get ready for a game of vicious tricks, killing machines, rotating blad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathtrap.

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  37. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    77% User Score Based on 2,010 reviews

    Lost Castle is a super cute, super hard action RPG with roguelike elements and randomized dungeons. Brimming with a host of hand drawn, humorous characters and environments that embrace retro action with modern twists. Prologue: In its glory days, Castle Harwood was the heart of a happy land governed by wise and virtuous nobles. But those days are long gone now. Calamity has befallen the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Castle / 失落城堡.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 1,097 reviews

    Shiro Enkai is a high-intensity top-down action experience where you become Mr. Katanas — a cyberpunk-era dark samurai. His world blends ancient Japanese aesthetics with the neon glow of the future. Face five distinct monster types, each demanding a unique combat approach. Your arsenal holds only five abilities. Every move counts — a single mistake can end you. Battles are rapid, brutal, and fill… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shiro Enkai.

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  39. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    74% User Score Based on 539 reviews

    Raiders of Blackveil is a Top-Down, pulse-pounding Multiplayer Roguelite ARPG with MOBA inspired characters, and a couple of extraction elements. You will be: Beating up bad guys Looting everything you see while trying to bring it back home safely Creating Unique and Overpowered builds through a deep Class Perk System Pushing Higher Difficulties for better Loot Hanging out at your home base “The L… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raiders of Blackveil.

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  40. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 4,114 reviews

    You're new to town, with only the tools in your backpack, a can-do attitude and the ability to build a new life for yourself on the beautiful island nearby. Unravel the dark secrets the island holds as you venture deeper into the caves in search of mystery and treasure. Len's Island is a blend of peaceful building, farming and crafting, mixed with intense combat, dungeon battles and deep q… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Len's Island.

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  42. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 196 reviews

    Meta-Ghost: The Breaking Show is a 3D roguelite hack-and-slash action game. Built on the foundation of "cyberpunk" culture, the game provides a thrilling and fast-paced combat experience while telling a profound cyberpunk story. Man VS Machine Play as one “breaker” (or several) in Breaking Show, battling intelligent machines with cybernetic enhancements and state-of-the-art weapons provided by the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meta Ghost: Breaking Show.

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  43. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 664 reviews

    Achilles: Survivor is a dynamic single-player bullet heaven game where you face thousands of enemies, build destructive structures, develop your character to return as an even more powerful machine of destruction and survive waves of enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Achilles: Survivor.

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  44. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    85% User Score Based on 3,914 reviews

    A rogue-lite that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heroes of Hammerwatch II.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    75% User Score Based on 331 reviews

    Never Return is a 3D free-to-view randomised dungeon action game with light Roguelike elements. With a rich weapon and talent system, the game's real-time combat feels solid and varied, allowing players to build according to their own fighting style and gaming habits. every battle is a dizzying experience, and the challenge of random maps and enemies keeps going further and further. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Never Return.

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  47. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    53% User Score Based on 1,337 reviews

    Shadow Arena Early Access has ended.​ A heartfelt thank you to all the players​ who walked with us on this journey.​ If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Arena.

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  48. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    54% User Score Based on 312 reviews

    Boreal Blade is a team-based melee fighting game with a focus on player vs player combat, combining reactionary and tactical gameplay with extraordinary freedom to variate your attacks and develop your unique fighting style. The game features four distinctive fighting styles with the possibility to choose between one-handed and two-handed weapons, a shield and a weapon combo, long thrusting pole … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boreal Blade.

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  49. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    82% User Score Based on 539 reviews

    Gatewalkers is a cooperative survival game with action RPG elements, where players travel across different worlds in order to save their own. Explore procedurally generated worlds, face hostile inhabitants, face challenges like extreme weather conditions, toxic atmosphere, lack of water and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gatewalkers.

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  50. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    69% User Score Based on 3,890 reviews

    This is a multiplayer cooperative open world construction survival sandbox game, where you and your friends must find supplies and build shelters in this world. You have to keep an eye on your character's needs state at all times, a bad state is likely to lead to death. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No One Survived.

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