Skip to main content
Games like Shining in the Darkness

Games like Shining in the Darkness

Games like Shining in the Darkness

Looking for games like Shining in the Darkness? Here are top role playing recommendations with a fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Shining in the Darkness, Moonshades or Moonshades: Dark Fantasy RPG.

Change display type

Skip Platform filter

Skip Play Mode filter

Skip Price filter
  1. 31%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    31% User Score Based on 8 reviews

    Princess Jessa, along with the loyal knight Mortred, has gone missing in the vicinity of the Labyrinth. King Drake and his aides have no clue as to where she is. As Mortred’s son, join forces with Milo and Pyra in a quest to find the princess. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shining in the Darkness.

    View Game
  2. It offers the immersive atmosphere and experience of old school role-playing games. Relive the fun of classic RPG games inspired by dungeons and dragons, realised in rich 3D environments, and with a deep, captivating story. Discover an enigmatic realm, saturated with ancient magic and myths - epic legends are forged as you venture into this offline role-playing game! Your adventure will lead you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moonshades.

    View Game
  3. 91%Game Brain Score
    91% User Score Based on 10,648 reviews

    Moonshades is a dungeon crawler RPG to restore the immersive atmosphere and experience of the old-school role playing games. Recall the fun of the genuine adventure games inspired by D&D - embedded in 3D surroundings with a deep, captivating story. Discover an enigmatic realm loaded with ancient magic and myths - grand legends are reborn as you venture into the epic journey! The conquer's tale l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moonshades: Dark Fantasy RPG.

    View Game
  4. 87%Game Brain Score
    87% User Score Based on 40,155 reviews

    STEP INTO THE DARKNESS • Explore a Dark and Mysterious World Step into the Plaguelands – a cursed realm where death is never far. Every forest hides a threat, every ruin breathes with old magic, and no path is truly safe. Discover long-abandoned castles, forbidden temples, and ancient altars buried in shadow. • Enter the Challenging Dungeons Beneath the surface lie ever-changing dungeons filled … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grim Soul: Survival Magic RPG.

    View Game
  5. 91%Game Brain Score
    91% User Score Based on 10,141 reviews

    Moonshades is a dungeon crawler RPG to restore the immersive atmosphere and experience of the old-school role playing games. Recall the fun of the genuine adventure games inspired by D&D - embedded in 3D surroundings with a deep, captivating story. Discover an enigmatic realm loaded with ancient magic and myths - grand legends are reborn as you venture into the epic journey! The conquer's tale l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moonshades: dungeon crawler.

    View Game
  6. 91%Game Brain Score
    91% User Score Based on 8,574 reviews

    Moonshades is a dungeon crawler RPG to restore the immersive atmosphere and experience of the old-school role playing games. Recall the fun of the genuine adventure games inspired by D&D - embedded in 3D surroundings with a deep, captivating story. Discover an enigmatic realm loaded with ancient magic and myths - grand legends are reborn as you venture into the epic journey! The conquer's ta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Action RPG: Moonshades.

    View Game
  7. Kreis Aren: Ashes of the Uprising is a dynamic 2.5D action RPG set on the planet Miridia. The Vellarian, a once-peaceful race of inventors, are now on the brink of annihilation after a brutal invasion by the ruthless Traxians. You are Kreis Aren, a brilliant but reluctant inventor who must rise to become the hero his people desperately need. Your journey isn't just a series of epic battles; it's a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KREIS AREN ashes of the uprising.

    View Game
  8. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    79% User Score Based on 38 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    Wield your flame to overcome menacing creatures lurking in the shadows of a ruined castle, use the dynamic difficulty system to your advantage, traverse challenging platforming sections and solve cryptic puzzles inside surreal paintings in this 2.5D action adventure platformer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Candle Knight.

    View Game
  9.                                                                                                     Explore forests, castles, forgotten ruins, underground chambers, and dangerous wilderness filled with secrets waiting to be discovered. • Vast open world to explore • Hidden dungeons and ancient ruins • Dynamic weather and day-night cycles • Solo and cooperative exploration • Sec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Danu: Rise of the Templars.

    View Game
  10. Reclaim the Flame. Restore the Light. Echoes of Argora is an action RPG, where you step into the role of Azure, a young hero chosen by prophecy to confront an ancient darkness. Explore a large, open world, wield divine powers, and battle through shadows to restore a stolen light to the land. Argora was once a land of boundless beauty, protected by the Holy Flame—a beacon gifted by the gods. But … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes of Argora.

    View Game
  11. Embark on a harrowing journey of courage, sacrifice, and vengeance in The Deadlands, a captivating 2D platformer/side scroller that combines intense gameplay, formidable boss battles, and atmospheric pixel art graphics. Inspired by the renowned Castlevania series, this single-player epic introduces players to a dark world steeped in gothic aesthetics and sinister undertones. As a devoted father h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Deadlands.

    View Game
  12. Enter the Shadows of Harda The kingdom of Harda has thrived for centuries under the benevolent rule of the Houser family. But an insidious corruption now creeps out of Wick Cave, threatening to plunge the land into chaos. Monsters, driven by malevolent forces, have begun to emerge, their dark influence spreading fear and destruction. The kingdom's soldiers hold the line, but mere defense cannot sa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Sins.

    View Game
  13. In a world stripped of color, a child embarks on a journey aloneIn a village where none can possess color, a child named ‘Fade’ was born—the only one with the power to wield color. Embark on a journey to reclaim the lost colors and seek vengeance. [Soul Wander] is a pixel-graphic 2D action roguelike game. Progress through side-scrolling stages, dodging relentless enemy attacks and utilizing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SoulWander.

    View Game
  14. Prince Arthur: Monsters of AlbionOnly the most skilled summoners will earn the highest ranks in this unforgiving monster-battling adventure. Step into the shadows of the Dark Ages, where legends are born and kingdoms rise from the chaos. After the withdrawal of the Roman Empire in Britannia, the land becomes riven in upheaval and war. Among the few stories that shine through the dark of this tumu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Prince Arthur Monsters of Albion.

    View Game
  15. The kingdom of Frostwynd is dying. A dark necromancer has awakened an ancient dragon, and shadow spreads across the land. You are the last hope - a warrior destined to claim the Shadow Crown and end the curse. A love letter to 80s text adventures like Zork and Colossal Cave. Classic parser gameplay meets modern design: auto-saves, mobile support, rich combat. Explore crypts, decode ciphers, sl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shadow Crown - Frostwynd Chronicles.

    View Game
  16. The kingdom has fallen. Magic is fading. Darkness is rising. Step into the world of Realms of Wands, a dark fantasy action RPG where ancient kingdoms lie in ruins, powerful relics have been scattered across the land, and monstrous creatures roam forgotten realms. Every journey leads deeper into a world filled with danger, mystery, and legendary rewards. Battle your way through cursed forests, ab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realms Of Wands.

    View Game
  17. Riven Crown is an exhilarating Souls-like game that merges fighting game with traditional combat mechanics. Level up and gain abilities by mastering various armors and weapons. explore a detailed non-linear world, and uncover hidden secrets. Join the quest to free the world from monarchy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Riven Crown.

    View Game
  18. Real co-op battles, PvP, and an epic saga. Darkness is your ally. True power is born in the balance between the Light of kindness and the Darkness of your boundaries. Be imperfect to stay alive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elementra: The Sundered World.

    View Game
  19. Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Knight.

    View Game
  20. View Game
    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    57% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    The well-known Action-RPG Dawn of Magic will now be continued as the evil forces won't leave the world without a desperate struggle after the death of the monstrous immortal Modo. Peace is ruined, the fragile balance of the forces that remained for 10 years has fallen into pieces. It is your task to save the world against the Legions of Shadows — and again, you do not have much time to accomplish… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dawn of Magic 2.

    View Game
  21. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    89% User Score Based on 146,030 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 10 reviews

    Buy Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order on PlayStation Store. A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order.

    View Game
  22. View Game
  23. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    56% User Score Based on 162 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 3 reviews

    Fall of Light is a story-driven dungeon crawler set in a world consumed by darkness, where an old warrior leads his daughter towards the last remnants of sunlight. Only together will they be strong enough to defeat the enemies born from the Shadow. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fall of Light.

    View Game
  24. This is an action-adventure game blending fast-paced hardcore combat with open-world exploration. Travel across infinite realms between different lands. Trade, fight, collect, and develop. Experience thrilling combat in a unique art style and enjoy a captivating story with detailed worlds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miravis.

    View Game
  25. LumenTale: Memories of Trey is a captivating Monster Collector RPG set in a beautiful and enchanting world. Follow Trey as he embarks on an adventure to recover his missing memories and make new ones with the Animon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LumenTale: Memories of Trey.

    View Game
  26. Sanctity is a Hack & Slash RPG with platformer elements where you travel between the Real and Virtual Worlds in fast-paced combat against swarms of enemies and boss fights inspired by MMO raid design. Enter the world of Sanctaidd, an Arcanepunk city lost to a strange Corruption that is driving the citizens into fits of insanity and rage. Take up your sword and prepare yourself to Wall-Run … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sanctity.

    View Game
  27. DREADMARROW is a fast-paced dungeon-crawling RPG where skills and chaos collide. Recruit heroes, conquer the deadly arena, and plunge into dungeons filled with treasure and terrifying foes. Key Features: -Massive Arsenal: Discover and equip a huge variety of weapons and armor to customize your characters. -16 Playable Classes: Recruit male or female heroes, each with unique abilities &amp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreadmarrow.

    View Game
  28. 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.

    View Game
  29. View Game

    The smoke is rising, will you survive its secrets or be consumed by the haze? Add the smoke to your wishlist now! Join the first wave of survivors to explore this dark and mysterious world before anyone else! The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania-style game that will teleport the players into a universe of alchemy, magic, mystery, and straight-up shooting fun. The plan is to release The Smoke on PC, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Smoke.

    View Game
  30. View Game
    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    78% User Score Based on 51 reviews

    VANQUISH THE NIGHTMARE, RESTORE THE DREAM Winner of the Reboot Develop "Visual Excellence" award. Winner at the 2021 WN Dev Contest as chosen by Epic Games. Bygone Dreams is a high fantasy action adventure with RPG elements set in a surreal dream world. The dream land of Lume, under the protection of its matron deity, is being threatened by a terrible Nightmare. Embodying the spirit kn… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bygone Dreams.

    View Game
  31. 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.

    View Game
  32. ABOUT THIS GAME A fantastical, hand-drawn adventure!  Will of the Mountainhopper offers a unique blend of mechanics, familliar from the Quest genre of games with an action-oriented and deliberate combat system in real time.  You will be exploring gorgeous mountain ranges and various wild lands with the ultimate goal of delivering The letter - a crucually important document, given to you by … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Will of the Mountainhopper.

    View Game
  33. View Game
  34. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 96 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

    Selfloss - Sorrow adventure of the kind old-man and his magic staff, inspired by the era of postimpresionism, in mixed fantasy setting of Ancient Russia, Iceland. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Selfloss.

    View Game
  35. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 147 reviews

    A party-based RPG with turn-based combat. Heroes of the Seven Islands is a comfy yet challenging adventure with side quests in a vast fairytale world, inspired by 90s games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heroes of the Seven Islands.

    View Game
  36. View Game
    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Action Roguelite that blends elements of Vampire Survivors with Fantasy RPG themes. Introduces a unique mechanic where the player controls a party of three heroes instead of one, offering a fresh strategic gameplay experience. Featuring RPG-inspired hand-drawn art style and an intriguing storyline. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tri Survive.

    View Game
  37. 97%Game Brain Score
    97% User Score Based on 76 reviews

    Keen is a sliding puzzle game with turn-by-turn tactical combat and a hint of adventure! [Media 2078524] [Media 2078525] "Keen is not a bad idea." -- Steven Hansen, Destructoid [Media 2078526]... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Keen.

    View Game
  38. 56%Game Brain Score
    56% User Score Based on 8 reviews

    Author's note: This is the final version of this game. This game will see no further features updates, only fixes. Thank you for your support and feedback during development to help us shape the game into what it is today! Warning: This game contains furry! OwO Play as Princess Miyumi, Sir Fargus and Milla as they delver through the forbidden dungeon where the evil necromancer, Rayner is hiding. D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Princess Miyumi and The Necro's Dungeon.

    View Game
  39. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, stability
    96% User Score Based on 245 reviews

    Play as Hauntii, a naive but brave ghost on a relentless quest for answers. A mysterious race of glowing creatures, known as Eternians, guides lost souls to an ominous central tower where they appear to ascend to a higher plane. They look like angels, but no one really knows who they are, nor where they came from. Unleash ghostly powers to possess both inhabitants and environment, unveiling vario… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hauntii.

    View Game
  40. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    A story-driven cooperative action-adventure about friendship and teamwork. A boy never meant to be a hero, learns that pure strength is not always the answer! Guide two completely different characters through the adventure of their lifetime and witness how bonding is a powerful source to overcome any obstacle! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Leif's Adventure: Netherworld Hero.

    View Game
  41. Miuratale is a mermaid themed Action-RPG for all ages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miuratale.

    View Game
  42. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 3,356 reviews

    Discover Hell is Us on the official PlayStation website. Find out more about this PS5 action-adventure combining intense combat with thrilling exploration. Check out the latest trailers, editions to purchase, and gameplay features. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell is Us.

    View Game
  43. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 6,901 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 25 reviews

    Buy Kena Bridge of Sprits on PS4 and PS5. Embark on a captivating adventure featuring a unique companion mechanic and thrilling combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kena Bridge of Spirits.

    View Game
  44. View Game
  45. Maradook and Gorth, evil gods from ancient times, have been sealed away in the Final Fortress. At the eleventh hour before their awakening, three heroines have gathered and arrive at the fortress: Ariel, the chosen one; Billie, a dragon-slaying princess from the north; Celsia, a witch-turned-magician with stellar talent, but no temperament to speak of. A number of bosses stand in the way before t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LV99: Final Fortress.

    View Game
  46. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    76% User Score Based on 955 reviews

    The HD remaster of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate for the 3DS. This version has better graphics, a higher framerate, lip syncing for cutscenes, adds a boss rush mode, changes the hardcore mode and removes quick-time events for boss finishers, If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Mirror of Fate HD.

    View Game
  47. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 79,242 reviews
    Critic Score 94%Based on 6 reviews

    Get God of War, action game for PS4 console from the official PlayStation website. Explore God of War game detail, images, videos, reviews and more. Buy now. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to God of War.

    View Game
  48. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Turn-based tactical RPG where enemies can only be dispatched by using environmental hazards. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guile & Glory: Firstborn.

    View Game
  49. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 5,363 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 5 reviews

    Three Heroes survive in countless dangers in a fairy-tale world, with physics-based jigsaw puzzles, beautiful scenery, and cooperative online mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trine 2.

    View Game
  50. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    97% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    For retro gaming lover, discover a jewel of 1996: Time Commando Let's fight across 9 time periods: prehistoric, Roman, feudal Japan, Medieval, Conquistador, the Wild West, and the modern wars If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Time Commando.

    View Game