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Games like The Depths of Despair

Games like The Depths of Despair

Games like The Depths of Despair

Looking for games like The Depths of Despair? Here are top casual role playing recommendations with a fantasy and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Avencast: Rise of the Mage, Arboria or Sil and the Fading World.

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  1. 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 40%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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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 556 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Begin your journey in this dark fantasy rogue-lite. As a warrior, a Yotun, descend into the ever-changing Durnar and uncover the mysteries of your tribe. Use a variety of Symbiotic Weapons to fight enemies and mutate to become even stronger. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arboria.

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  3. FIND US ON KICKSTARTER About the Game (Link to the Discord can be found on the right panel) => Face MMO Raidbosses ALONE! Uncover your past in Aritas, a sinister world ravaged by ancient Gods of the Realm Below. This ARPG features 9 class specializations, hundreds of unique items, a vast array of skills, complex character progression, and intense Raidboss encounters.    … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sil and the Fading World.

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  4. The story unfolds on a shattered continent, plunged into chaos after the fall of the Creator God. The absence of the divine has caused turmoil and unrest, leaving the world in endless darkness and confusion. You, summoned by mysterious forces, are tasked with vanquishing the factions and restoring the lost light.   … or is it really that simple?    “That Time I Got Summoned to a New World as a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ruins of The Titan.

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  5. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 37 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

    A game where the slimes are finally the heroes. Play together with your friends as adorable slimes - the only creature that can save the world from an evil corruption. Find different weapons and create your own unique magic abilities to express the way you want to adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slime Heroes.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    78% User Score Based on 37 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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  7. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    82% User Score Based on 107 reviews

    This Edition includes Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona, plus The Jewel in the Skull DLC. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona.

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  8. 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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  9. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, atmosphere
    94% User Score Based on 442 reviews

    The evil warlord, Dragore, has returned and none but you remain to stop him. Explore infested mines, ancient cities and other worlds on an epic VR adventure. With sword in hand, a bow on your back and powerful magic at your finger tips, the fate of the realm weighs heavily on your capable shoulders. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vengeful Rites.

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  10. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 553,632 reviews
    Critic Score 95%Based on 87 reviews

    Includes: Bonus Gesture: The Ring The Golden Order has been broken. Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between. In the Lands Between ruled by Queen Marika the Eternal, the Elden Ring, the source of the Erdtree, has been shattered. Marika's offspring, demigods all, claimed the shards of the Elden Ring known as the Gr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elden Ring.

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  11. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 101,073 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 17 reviews

    Discover Black Myth: Wukong on the official PlayStation website - screenshots, trailers, game information, features, characters and more If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Myth: Wukong.

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  12. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    75% User Score Based on 2,630 reviews

    At the beginning of your epic adventure, a mercenary task takes you to the far north - but you're also following up a mysterious lead at the same time - the first clue you've been given since Kyra's disappearance. You get a shock during a meeting with the delegates of a dark Brotherhood - your sister's kidnappers are indeed after your family's relict. Whether there's any truth in your family being… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Two Worlds Epic Edition.

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  13. 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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  14. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 48,020 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

    The Grim Dawn Definitive Edition includes: - Grim Dawn - Grim Dawn: Ashes of Malmouth - Grim Dawn: Forgotten Gods - Grim Dawn: Crucible If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grim Dawn.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    An ancient curse has spread its malignant thorns across every living soul, shattering the fragile balance between hope and despair. Awaken as the Inquisitor—a solitary wanderer marked by the roots—and step into a realm where the echoes of forgotten legends merge with the relentless grip of darkness. Embark on an epic journey through a non-linear world where decaying temples, spectral forests, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravethorn.

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  16. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 151 reviews

    Pale Coins is an ARPG game with focus on combat and items, where the player is tasked to find the Champion's Coin. More Weapons = More Fun Find a variety of weapons - each with different types, movesets and skills - to slay your way through hordes of enemies and tough bosses. Make Friends along the Way Event though the world is a rough place, people of different camps may help you. Who know… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pale Coins.

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  17. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    83% User Score Based on 324 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    After the empire invented the airship, people finally became able to fly across float continents and islands. And thanks to that, the empire expands rapidly.The top hunter, Erza, leads an exploration team to explore the savage frontier where the empire can’t reach. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune.

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  18. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Explore A Vast Landscape:Traverse a vast region teeming with both danger and treasures. From enchanted forests shrouded in mist to towering mountains that touch the sky, every region holds secrets waiting to be discovered. Encounter mythical creatures, ancient ruins, powerful sorcery and more.Collect Gear and Level Up:As you explore, you will obtain new gear and resources that will aid in enhancin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heroic Kingdom: Origins.

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  19. 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 65%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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  20. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    85% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    An action rogue-lite platformer with strategy and RPG elements. Play as a tree spirit named 'Koboo' as you befriend animals and protect the ancient forest against hunters and an ever expanding industry seeking to destroy it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Koboo: The Tree Spirit.

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  22. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    68% User Score Based on 72 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 6 reviews

    Journey across Gliese, a mystical world under threat by dark forces in this vibrant, action RPG. Aided by a mysterious presence, embark on a dangerous adventure with the power of the Runic Swarm in your hands. Crush the minions of evil on your path to fulfill your destiny and become the planet’s savior. Aided by a mysterious presence, embark on a dangerous adventure with the power of the Runic Sw… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astor: Blade of the Monolith.

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    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    67% User Score Based on 498 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    The Dark Eye - Demonicon is a thrilling third-person action-RPG featuring brutal melee attack combos and dazzling magic spells. It is set in the extraordinarily popular universe of "The Dark Eye", a richly crafted fantasy world beloved by fantasy gamers across the globe. This is a If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demonicon.

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  24. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, character development
    67% User Score Based on 458 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 12 reviews

    The Arcane Edition includes both Anima Gate of Memories and Anima The Nameless chronicles. Play two different full campaigns, each one with its unique story, characters, scenarios and bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anima Gate of Memories.

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  25. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 1,513 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 37 reviews

    The Victor Vran: Overkill Edition includes the fully updated Victor Vran, the expansive Fractured Worlds & the legendary Motörhead: Through The Ages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Victor Vran.

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  26. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 281 reviews

    White Lavender is a challenging adventure game with RPG-elements. Journey through a colorful miniature world, collect cool items like pencils and party hats, grow strong, meet magic frogs and beetles, and battle mean critters on your journey to brew a special tea to save your sister! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to White Lavender.

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  27. 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 83%Based on 12 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.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 11,412 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 48 reviews

    This edition includes the following: - Nioh: Complete Edition - Nioh: Complete Edition Booklet - Nioh: Complete Edition Original Mini Soundtrack CD If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NiOh.

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  30. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    62% User Score Based on 84 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Hell is at our gates! Fight hordes of demons head-on with a team of Hell Warders, an ancient order of heroes with unique powers and abilities. Push back waves of demons with an arsenal of weapons, powerful hero skills and deployable towers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell Warders.

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  31. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    95% User Score Based on 525 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 7 reviews

    Join the genius alchemist Noah and her cat companion Zipper as they explore ancient ruins to uncover the secrets hidden within! Create unique teams and combos from 40+ recruitable allies in this casual but compelling game! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Noah: Scion of Paradise.

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  32. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 3,959 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 39 reviews

    Thymesia is a grueling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thymesia.

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  33. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, optimization
    75% User Score Based on 71 reviews

    Deepening Fire is a soulslike horizontal scroll action single-player game. You'll take a solo adventure in the Rhost Kingdom to challenge the powerful enemies, choose a variety of weapons, put on strong armor, and defeat the most terrifying enemies with precise blocking. Explore hidden levels, collect story pieces, and reveal ancient secrets of the Rhost Kingdom. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deepening Fire.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 3,954 reviews

    Gedonia is a classic open world rpg, featuring a complete freedom of building your character, exploring a huge world and progressing through the story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gedonia.

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  35. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 70 reviews

    Winds of Arcana: Ruination is A 2.5D Action Platformer RPG featuring a souls-lite combat system and a rich narrative set in a dark, medieval fantasy world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Winds of Arcana: Ruination.

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  36. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    70% User Score Based on 44 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 9 reviews

    Winter Ember is an immersive stealth action game that casts you into the role of Arthur Artorias, the faceless man. Step into the shadows and uncover a mysterious plot that saw your family torn from the history books. On the first night of winter, you unsheath your blade and seek vengeance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Winter Ember.

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  37. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    47% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Melrose is trapped in a life of hardship. Her parents are mean to her and she gets bullied at school. She can find no one who understands her. To cope with her sorrow, Melrose turns to her imagination. She dreams up a world of unimaginable beauty and happiness, but sadly -- like all dreams -- it ends, and Melrose must return to real life. Today is different, however. Melrose is about to meet he… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whisper of a Rose.

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  38. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    64% User Score Based on 1,935 reviews
    Critic Score 54%Based on 25 reviews

    You are a mercenary possessed by a flame demon in a desperate world ravaged by seven Ice Lords. In this RPG where every choice counts, you will have to choose between unleashing the powers of the beast within and rejecting its demonic influence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bound By Flame.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 14,289 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 17 reviews

    Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nioh 2.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    83% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Mythrealm is a Singleplayer Third Person Fantasy RPG in which you play as the heroic female adventurer: Alaris. The wizards of Zelanar have vanished and chaos has begun to seep back into the world. Alaris awakes in unknown caves, summoned by a mysterious magic. As she escapes and explores the continent of Arloria she discovers that the wizard's disappearance is the result of a sinister … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mythrealm.

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  41. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    96% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maid of Salvation.

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  42. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 1,419 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 9 reviews

    Discover Mandragora on the official PlayStation website - screenshots, trailers, story, features, purchase options and more details If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 3,123 reviews

    Command an ancient starship and fight your way to the heart of a dying Empire. Fend off attacks from demented cultists, craven space pirates, and xenophobic Imperial soldiers. Discover powerful artifacts and use them to build your ship into a fearsome war engine. Manage Your ShipYour starship is a mighty and terrible vessel, brimming with arcane technology and devastating weapons. Harness your s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void War.

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  44. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 4,754 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 2 reviews

    Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dread Delusion.

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  45. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 28,752 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 12 reviews

    Dark Souls II is an action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, released in March 2014. Set in the kingdom of Drangleic, players control the Bearer of the Curse, seeking to cure their undead curse. The game features challenging combat, deep lore, and a dark, atmospheric world. It introduces new mechanics like dual-wielding and a flexible characte… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Souls II.

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  47. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, character development
    78% User Score Based on 540 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 11 reviews

    Xuan-Yuan Sword VII is an ARPG rooted in Chinese history and mythology. Players take on the role of Taishi Zhao, a calm and reliable swordsman who was accidentally involved in a tragic fate. To protect his beloved family, he starts a journey in this chaotic realm to find the truth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xuan-Yuan Sword VII.

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  48. In this chaotic realm filled with enemies, unravel the mystery of the Bloodstar and demons. Living beyond the walls of the Capital is now impossible without the power of the Star. The glorious Lysandra army, far from its powerful days, struggles to protect the people under its banner. As Captain Thorne, you must defend yourself against internal threats like the Wardens of Light cult while seekin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Within.

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  49. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 2,471 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 56 reviews

    Buy Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin on PlayStation Store. From Team Ninja (Nioh, Dead or Alive) comes a brand new take on the Final Fantasy series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN.

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  50. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 436 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 7 reviews

    A top-down hack-and-slash where Lucah must fight to reclaim their identity from the grasp of the Nightmare monsters that inhabit the dream-like land. Lucah: Born of a Dream features a hand-drawn surrealist artstyle and contains heavy themes relating to organized religion, queerness and suppression of one's identity through indoctrination. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lucah: Born of a Dream.

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