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Games like Shadows of Beginnings

Games like Shadows of Beginnings

Games like Shadows of Beginnings

Looking for games like Shadows of Beginnings? Here are top hack and slash recommendations with a horror, fantasy and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Lich Lords, Greyskin or Deadhaus Sonata.

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  1. A Lovecraftian roguelite where you wake up as a Lich with no memory, trapped in a world where everything wants to kill you. Forge deadly builds, slay rival Liches and monstrous horrors, and uncover the truth behind this strange new world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lich Lords.

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  2. Loot, Shoot, Upgrade - RepeatExperience a classic yet inventive blend - merging top-down shooter gameplay with ARPG elements, delivering a gaming experience that's both familiar and refreshingly unique. Fast Paced CombatEnter a combat experience that seamlessly blends lightning-paced action with a tactical edge. Command a rich array of weaponry, skills, and abilities as you immerse yourself in hig… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Greyskin.

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  3. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    75% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    BE WARY: THIS NIGHTMARISH DARK FANTASY RPG IS A WORK IN PROGRESS! Cut, gnaw, and flay your way across the land of Malorum. Become a bloodthirsty instrument in man’s downfall and crown Deadhaus in gore. Because there’s no saving this doomed world: You are its butcher. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadhaus Sonata.

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  4. Challenge your skills in Floors of Fate, a single-player Action RPG. Battle through 50 handcrafted floors, customize your character, and piece together the lore of a ruined world. Every floor brings new enemies and tougher trials. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Floors of Fate.

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  5. Magic meets forgotten tech in a first-person, 1-4 player co-op PvE-only extraction RPG and dungeon crawler. Descend into handcrafted, ever-changing dungeons, risk what you bring, claim rare loot, and extract to keep what you earn. No pay-to-win. No microtransactions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Realms: Quest for the Forgotten.

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  6. Many years after Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem, return to a world on the brink of collapse. Master brutal combat, build your character without fixed classes, combine skills and gear, and unleash your Shadow Form in this dark fantasy Action RPG. Play alone or in co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wolcen 2.

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  7. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    Dungeon Explorers 2 - Early AccessA Journey of Strategy, Romance, and Adventure! In a world shrouded in supernatural darkness, where the war between Chaos and the gods has left eternal scars, a young warrior embarks on his crusade against Chaos itself. Immerse yourself in a high-fantasy RPG that blends first-person dungeon exploration, intense tactical battles, and faction management. Forge allia… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Explorers 2.

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  8. Hyperplane is a fast-paced 2D isometric action RPG set in a shattered eldritch world. Master arcane skills, battle through dark and foreboding environments, and uncover the secrets of a reality teetering on the edge of oblivion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyperplane.

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  9. Horns is a dark fantasy action RPG inspired by classic RPGs of the late ’90s and early 2000s. Grow in power, physically transform, and face a world that reacts to what you are becoming. Explore a dangerous world, fight deadly enemies, and uncover the truth behind your transformation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horns.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    86% User Score Based on 567 reviews

    Roadmap After the initial Early Access release, we have already published two major updates - Celestial Weave (v0.2) and The Bells Toll (v0.3). Our next big update - Mines of Sanctora - is scheduled to release somewhere during Q3 2025 and will bring a new playable character, a new region, and many changes to combat and gameplay systems in general. About the GameDie. Adapt. Strike back. Hereti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heretical.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    Willow Guard is a story-driven indie RPG set in a world where the Gods have abandoned the animals they once uplifted. Left to their own devices, and invaded by mysterious, horrific monsters from another dimension, the denizens of Tersa turn to the Willow Guards for protection. Isometric Action Gameplay Build an action deck of specialized Willow Guard abilities that you activate as you battle thr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Willow Guard.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Quester is a role-playing game for PC, released by Thousand Games on 2023. Kazushi Hagiwara was deeply involved in the production and based on his suggestions, it was produced by Thousand Games. It's an indie game and includes hack and slash. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to QUESTER.

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  13. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 1,512 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 16 reviews

    Shadows: Awakening is a unique, isometric single-player RPG with real-time tactical combat. You embark on an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows: Awakening.

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    An isometric Action RPG sandbox in a collapsing world. Explore a global map, fight in intense real time combat, absorb soul cores and perform ascension rituals. Find rare gear, develop unique paths and strive to overcome the inevitable end. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aetherium.

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  16. Regnum Last Sanctum begins with Saga I — Combat: Wrath of the Goblins. An dark epic, Action RPG, Regnum's Quest to defend its last sanctum against the invading goblins. Master skill-based combat, fight clever foes, and progress in the realm of Regnum where death has consequences. Will you survive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Regnum Last Sanctum.

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  17. Dress up your hero and dive into chaotic co-op dungeon runs. Void Dungeon is a 2D hack & slash ARPG where you battle relentless monsters, craft powerful builds, and explore dangerous rifts solo or with up to 4 players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Dungeon.

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  18. Survive and extract in a fractured dark fantasy roguelite. Master a dynamic class system, scavenge for rare resources, and conquer monstrous horrors. Every run is a choice: deepen your descent into the abyss or escape with your life and loot. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow of the Nameless.

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  19. Awaken with no memories inside the Vitromotus, a vast underground world created as a magical dungeon where death no longer lasts. Explore its depths, battle dangerous creatures, rescue survivors, and rebuild the ruined town of Emberville while uncovering the truth behind this prison. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emberville.

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  20. Tippy’s Quest is a top-down action RPG that combines classic open-world exploration, RPG progression, and endless-wave combat. The game's core loop is to battle through monster-filled worlds, collect powerful gear, and develop your character. Players begin their journey at The Dragon’s Roost, an inn where they can manage inventory, access storage, modify/upgrade equipment, and visit vendors. From… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tippy's Quest.

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  21. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    84% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    Dive into a fast paced, text based ARPG experience that fuses classic adventure with modern action-packed gameplay. Through 8 classes, 50 levels, 9 realms and challenging bosses, fight using over 130 skills and collect almost limitless loot and upgrades whilst perfecting your characters build. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enarian Online.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    81% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    You are not human. You are an Incarnation—born from the Void by cultists who themselves cannot step into the Cursed Lands. Here, even death finds no rest. But you were woven from nothing, created to walk where the living fell by the thousands. Your goal is the artifact "Breath of Life" - the heart of an alien power, capable of awakening a dead world… or destroying it forever. There is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breath of Life.

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  23. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 708 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 1 reviews

    Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sands of Aura.

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  24. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    75% User Score Based on 1,961 reviews

    The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut is the definite collection of three stand-alone episodes told as one continuous story, with six playable classes and a new endgame mode with a huge variety of open missions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut.

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  25. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    67% User Score Based on 22,126 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 72 reviews

    Endless demons to slaughter. Deep customization through Talents, Skill Points, Runes, and Legendary loot. Randomized dungeons contained in a dynamic open world. Survive and conquer darkness—or succumb to the shadows. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diablo IV.

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  26. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 4,200 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 3 reviews

    Put on your wide-brimmed hat, grab your weapons and embark on an incredible adventure in the gothic-noir world of Borgovia, where mad science threatens the fragile peace between monster and mortal. Be Van Helsing, monster-hunter extraordinaire and save the day with your charming and beautiful companion, Lady Katarina. Explore the savage wilderness in the mountains and the soot-stained brick distri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing.

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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    65% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    Inspired by Monster Hunter, World of Warcraft, and Dark SoulsThe difficulty of Sinderfury does not lie in timing dodge rolls, but in preparing for the unknown. You must craft a build and take down the ever powerful demon bosses that await you at the end of each dungeon. Think carefully about your build and how to approach fights - it will be the only path to victory in Sinderfury.Time Trial Dung… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sinderfury.

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  28. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    56% User Score Based on 208 reviews

    Shadows: Heretic Kingdoms is the next chapter in the Heretic Kingdoms saga and takes place 20 years after the events of Kult: Heretic Kingdoms. It’s an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics. In this isometric action RPG, the player takes on the role of the Devourer, a demon that swallows the souls of the dead and then brings them back into the morta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows: Heretic Kingdoms.

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  29. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    86% User Score Based on 1,033 reviews

    Vaporum is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Stranded in the middle of an ocean, in front of a gigantic tower, the hero has to find out what the place is, what happened there, and most importantly, who he is. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vaporum.

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  30. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    67% User Score Based on 349 reviews
    Critic Score 53%Based on 2 reviews

    In a world of wizardry, wonder and untold mystery, you must undertake some of the most diverse quests to hone your skills in spell casting, weaponry and melee combat. Your martial skills are soon put to the test as demonic monsters descend upon Avencast, turning the academy into a state of chaos and destruction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Avencast: Rise of the Mage.

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  31. "In a brutal, unforgiving RPG, descend into a shattered realm of massive seamless landscapes and shadowed city hubs. Forge a tormented hero through ruthless progression, engage in visceral tactical combat, and make harrowing choices that shape a grim, persistent multiplayer world." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chains of Vithra.

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  32. Build a guild of heroes and play them all, inspired by classic MMOs. Swap between your own characters mid-fight, fill dungeons and 40-hero raids with them, and master 40 classes in tab-target combat. 24 professions, an auction house and a Chaosborn roguelike endgame class. Solo or 1-5 player co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guild of Souls.

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  33. Descend beneath Solmere in a first-person dark fantasy action RPG. Choose from four classes, master fast skill-driven combat, hunt for powerful gear, face deadly bosses, and push ever deeper alone or in online co-op. The only way out is down. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beneath Solmere.

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  34. A permadeath co-op action-RPG roguelike with hand-inked, comic-book combat. Pick one of seven heroes, descend an endless maze that gets harder with every floor, and see how far you get before you fall — solo or with up to seven friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gradanix.

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  35. Conquer the Labyrinth is an anime-inspired third-person Action RPG where you battle through a 100-floor procedural dungeon filled with deadly monsters, powerful loot, and Epic Bosses guarding every portal to the floor below. Grow stronger through crafting, skill progression, and intense combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Conquer the Labyrinth.

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  36. Hexborn is a dark fantasy action RPG that blends brutal hack-and-slash combat, deep dungeon crawling, guild progression, and player-driven rivalry in a world consumed by an ever-expanding corruption known as the Graveglass Blight. Forge your path as one of the realm’s rising Scion — powerful adventurers gifted with unique, one-of-one abilities capable of shaping the fate of entire kingdoms. Vent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hexborn.

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  37. Dive into a world consumed by the biblical apocalypse. As a fallen priest seeking redemption, battle demonic horrors, cleanse the tormented, and gather what remains to rebuild the Sanctuary of Ash - the faint light in a dying world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anhedonia: Sanctuary of Ash.

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  38. Age of Failon is a turn-based dark fantasy strategy RPG where exploration and battle drive your progression. Build your army through adventure instead of weekly creature spawns, develop your stronghold, unlock spells and lead your hero through a massive 30-chapter campaign with 6 playable factions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Age of Failon - Birth of the Hero.

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  39. Age of the Deep is a mermaid fashion looter rpg. Explore the beautiful, and terrifying, mysteries of the ocean surrounding the islands, fight off pirates that threaten the inhabitants, dive deep to uncover mysteries and equip the latest in swimwear to boost your stats. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Age of the Deep.

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

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    Create your own abilities in Sonak, a procedurally generated action RPG dungeon crawler. Master a deep ability-crafting system, battle relentless monsters, shape your build, and conquer ever-evolving bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonak.

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  42. Godforged: Origins of Ozgalor is a story-rich, single-player Action RPG set in the world of Nelethar. Experience tactical combat, class blending, and kingdom ruling in a world besieged by a god, where your actions and choices shape the future of Ozgalor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Godforged: Origins of Ozgalor.

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  43. A 32-player extraction ARPG. Battle monsters and rival squads for priceless loot as the Isle collapses around you. Die, and lose it all. Extract, and live to raid again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mage Escape 2000.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    A Battle for Survival Between Two Dimensions Welcome to ABSYM, a dark rogue-souls-like that will take you to the edges of reality. Traverse the fragile balance between the decaying world of Nihilor and the corrupted parallel dimension of Absymalith. Face deadly challenges, explore stunning environments, and uncover the secrets of a universe on the brink of collapse. Every step brings you closer t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absym.

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  45. Embark on an epic journey in the mystical realm of Eswaydan, a breathtaking valley nestled within the majestic Thuyr Kingdom. Surrounded by towering, snow-capped peaks, Eswaydan is a land shrouded in mystery and magic. Fight your way through hordes of undead and demons, and free Eswaydan of Evil! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lords & Blades.

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    41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    The Story Death Realm is a brand new action - adventure RPG brought to you by PEPOLA . Death Realm has a Gothic Dark Fantasy, dungeon crawling universe. Where you face tough and fearsome foes throughout your journey. Get ready to experience a Journey of Despair; of a Knight, who once was known as a force to be reckoned with, now reclaiming his power who will face the strongest elite demons from th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEATH REALM.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    86% User Score Based on 420 reviews

    Fight as a vampire while exploring a dark fantasy open-world in this 3rd person RPG. Make choices that affect the betterment of humanity, or yourself, strengthen your vampiric skills to fight trolls and undead, and entertain yourself in fully animated erotic scenes. STEAM || PATREON || SUBSCRIBESTAR Social Media:  DISCORD || TWITTER || INSTAGRAM || REDDIT || FACEBOOK We've been working… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kalyskah.

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  48. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    72% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Relive the spirit of classic role-playing adventures in The Traveller Tale, a fully voiced, old-school first-person CRPG inspired by the golden age of the genre. Create your party, set out into a dangerous world, and shape your journey through exploration, combat, and meaningful encounters. From quiet towns to dark caves and deadly dungeons, every step forward brings new challenges, secrets, and s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Traveller Tale.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    Peregrino is a dark isometric survival adventure where you explore a cursed forest by day and manage your caravan by night. Gather resources, hunt deadly creatures, upgrade your caravan, care for your companions, and lead them through the vast wilderness in search of New Eden. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peregrino.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    84% User Score Based on 273 reviews

    A sensual, dark fantasy hack & slash ARPG. Fully customize an attractive concubine and up to three female companions with deep cosmetic details. Be the private assassin of the Sultan and earn sexy outfits, powerful weapons & mystic skills. Design & customize your Harem base at the Grand Palace. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Concubine.

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