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Games like The Fading Worlds

Games like The Fading Worlds

Games like The Fading Worlds

Looking for games like The Fading Worlds? Here are top hack and slash recommendations with a fantasy, anime and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with After the End, FOUNTAINS or Drova: Forsaken Kin.

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  1. After the End — A somber, open-world RPG of wandering, memory, and the ruins left after the gods fall.Ragnarok has come and gone — but the world did not end. It simply… broke. You awaken on a shattered northern shore with no memory, marked by a faint rune that glows beneath your skin. Midgard lies quiet and wounded around you: villages reduced to ash, forests twisted by old magic, and creatures p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to After the End.

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  2. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    87% User Score Based on 292 reviews

    The Fountain of Youth was hidden away. Nonetheless, it is fated that a Usurper will slay the Ageless and unearth it once more. FOUNTAINS is an action-RPG about fighting your way through a maze-like interconnected world. You'll take the role of a hooded stranger, recently imprisoned by a tyrannical regime. Will you escape and uncover the mysteries of this war-torn empire? The world of FOUNT… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FOUNTAINS.

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  3. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 4,813 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 6 reviews

    Drova is a pixel art role-playing game inspired by classic role-playing games. We want to create a challenging and interesting world and offer a well-rounded and consistent gaming experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drova: Forsaken Kin.

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  4. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 1,290 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 31 reviews

    Omensight is an Action Murder-Mystery game. In order to prevent the apocalypse, you are fated to repeat the last day of the world until it can be saved. Investigate clues, fight enemies, and solve the murder of the Godless-Priestess. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omensight.

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  5. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 4,105 reviews

    Discover a new breed of Action-RPG game powered by an enhanced version of the Source™ Engine by Valve. Set in the Might & Magic® universe, players will experience ferocious combat in a dark and immersive fantasy environment. Swords, Stealth, Sorcery. Choose your way to kill. Cutting-edge technology: Experience an enhanced version of the famous Source™ Engine created by Valve. Discover the fr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Messiah of Might & Magic.

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  6. 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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  7. Path of the Tank is an action-RPG where you can only play as a tank. But why? Why a tank and nothing else? Find out in this linear, glorified flash game that is easy to pick up. It might remind you of a bygone era... Key mechanics of the game: -2 gamemodes to choose from: Campaign and Survival Mode! -Real time combat -Simple yet deep skill tree, with 5 powerful late-game options to freely… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Path of the Tank.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    As a dark force moves through the land  Prince Brand Warcford must track it down and attempt to stop it.  You must follow the evil throughout the world by raft and ship to discover why it is here and what it wants. Play as the hero and attempt to save your Kingdom ...or what is left of it. Enjoy the use of ancient weapons, powerful spells and magical equipment to outfit yourself on your journ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Dark.

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  9. 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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  10. 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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  11. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    92% User Score Based on 74 reviews

    Evil Wizard is a humor-filled action RPG featuring metroidvania elements and carefully crafted pixel-art environments. As a defeated villain who barely survived a tough fight, you’ll have to face an army of so-called heroes to recover what’s rightfully yours. Rediscover your powers, infiltrate your own castle, unleash devastating spells, and purge your ancestral home of these miserable excuses for… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evil Wizard.

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  12. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    67% User Score Based on 654 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    Become a werewolf, known as Garou, in the atmosphere of their shamanistic and tribal world. Garou are Werewolf warriors opposed to urban civilization and supernatural corruption, all heading towards inevitable apocalypse. Werewolf: The Apocalypse is set in the World of Darkness, a gritty version of our own time where society declines and humans fall victim to supernatural horrors. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Earthblood.

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  13. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    75% User Score Based on 806 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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  14. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 4,347 reviews

    The Lord of the Rings: War in the North is a co-op Action RPG that immerses you and your friends in a brutal new chapter in the War of the Ring. Snowblind Studios is in the unique position of drawing inspiration from both the literary and film rights to world of Middle-earth, allowing players to bloody their axes on a wide range of deadly enemies and traverse both established and never-before-seen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lord of the Rings: War in the North.

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  16. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization
    79% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    Firelight Fantasy: Vengeance - a game about spectacular sword battles from the third person. This game is an action game based on Scandinavian mythology. Immerse yourself in the unusual story of how Sigurd died. RESENTMENTI'm not happy that Sigurd deceived you and me, ”Brunhild objected. - Know that he betrayed your friendship. If you don't kill Sigurd, you will hurt me even more with this! the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Firelight Fantasy: Vengeance.

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  17. Join Fiora, a brilliant young inventor, on her quest to uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious disappearances. Step into an enchanting fantasy world brimming with magic, wonder, and danger. As a miners’ strike spirals into violence, the Mining Company hires mercenaries to crush the unrest. In the chaos, people are vanishing one by one. Tensions rise, but Fiora won’t be deterred from her … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forge of the Fae.

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  18. 38%Game Brain Score
    38% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    For Evelyn II is a captivating adventure RPG in the magical world of Aura. Rich story, handcrafted 2D/3D environments, classic adventuring, choices, and retro pixel art. Explore, level up, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey where your decisions shape your destiny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to For Evelyn II: Shards of Creation.

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  19. Ringborn is a story-driven top-down RPG set in a medieval world full of choice and consequence. In Ringborn, you play as Idas, the son of a woodcutter tasked with rescuing your father in a world filled with unbridled greed, broken oaths and flawed beauty. Inspired by classical RPGs of old and medieval slashers of new, Ringborn combines action combat with interactive storytelling and dialogue to cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ringborn.

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  20. GAME OF DEATH MOVIEVERSE presents HELLGAME: PROLOGUEA GAME OF DEATH MOVIEVERSE experience Step into the nightmare. HELLGAME: PROLOGUE is the brutal opening chapter of the upcoming HELLGAME: ORIGINS trilogy — a fast, atmospheric blend of jump’n’run action, stealth survival horror, and cinematic storytelling. You play as Timara, a fearless fighter caught between two unstoppable forces: the horde… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hellgame: Prologue.

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  21. 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 RP… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colossus - Eternal Blight.

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  22. First Dwarf: First Island is a FREE introduction of our upcoming action RPG game, First Dwarf, combining many unique elements together: base building, colony survival, tower defense, colony building, action, strategy. All of that and more will test your survival and exploration skills! Experience the wonders of dwarven engineering and make the most of the first island ready to colonize! Ready, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to First Dwarf: Prologue - First Island.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    92% User Score Based on 233 reviews

    Discover a Gothic world in this 2D top-down action-adventure, blending fast-paced combat, exploration, and pixel art inspired by Game Boy Color classics. Fight monstrous foes, unlock new abilities, and explore a non-linear map filled with hidden secrets and dangerous challenges. Master precise combat, where every strike and dodge matters. Manage your stamina as you face off against grotes… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tearscape.

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  24. 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.

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  25. Godforged: Origins of Ozgalor is a single-player action RPG where tactical combat meets branching narrative. Set in the mythic world of Nelethar, you’ll shape your legacy in a land torn by betrayal, ancient powers, and the fading light of unity. Play as a young noble thrust into leadership as Ozgalor crumbles under the shadow of the Forgotten One. Your journey will test your will, challenge your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Godforged: Origins of Ozgalor.

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  26. The magical world of Hitonero is crumbling. Dreams, the lifeblood of creation, have stopped flowing, and feral monsters now roam freely across the land. You play as Ollie, a nimble catfolk scout caught in the collapse. To save his world, he’ll need to gather and summon ancient gods, traverse hostile lands, and uncover a hidden conspiracy that threatens the balance of reality itself! 2D Metroidv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    91% User Score Based on 462 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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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    53% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    RoadmapOur Early Access Roadmap outlines the key additions and improvements we plan to make. These aim to deepen the game's story, expand your experience, and refine Ezechiel the Seventh's brutal journey. This roadmap marks the foundation of what's to come, but it's not set in stone. Your feedback will continue to shape Sancticide, and we’re committed to adapting the game based on your insights a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sancticide.

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  29. Journey back to the glory days of fantasy role-playing. The cave has claimed many… will it claim you? Cave of Darkness is a retro-style, pixel-based action RPG that blends classic dungeon crawling, character progression, and an evolving story. Inspired by early role-playing games, vintage fantasy films, and the spirit of adventure, this game invites you to descend into a cursed cavern — and retur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cave Of Darkness.

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    Story:The once-great kingdom of Targat has fallen. An army of the undead, led by the ruthless Vezruvil, has burned it to the ground. Your family was executed. You were left to rot in chains. But now, you're free. You are Duil, a man who cannot die. Your quest: fight your way to the heart of darkness and take revenge on the one who destroyed your life. But the deeper you go, the more you realize… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duil.

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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 1,681 reviews

    Just Updated The ground trembles and melts beneath your feet. A new force has awakened. Elemental fire itself has been summoned to aid you in cleansing the land of HER abominations and twisted magic.  Forge your power with the New Itemization SystemGround-breaking itemization system that redefines the genre. Every weapon and item you discover is added to your Catalogue, charting both your progre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VOIN.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 286 reviews

    2D top-down minimalist souls-like. Explore the jail you awaken inside of in this dark and atmospheric action game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Sols.

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  33. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    92% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Welcome aboard the 'Sunchaser' at the dawn of the 20th century with Jack and crew! Backed by his good friend, Jack lands his first major career move as an apprentice in the Archaeology department aboard the colossal airship. On its capstone voyage to the Arctic, it's smooth sailing until Jack's quarters are broken into and his friend goes missing. A madness spread across the ship. The crew l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whitestone.

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  34. Uncover a Dark Mystery in a World of Magic and Danger! Dive into the enchanting yet perilous realm of Eswaydan, a valley steeped in mystery and magic, nestled within the cold, majestic peaks of the Thuyr Kingdom. But beware—Eswaydan is cursed. Every five years, a lone hero is summoned from the legendary Hillside Hut to confront the dark forces that threaten to engulf the valley. Will you be the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lords & Blades.

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  35. First-person action with an open world, steampunk and RPG elements, many types of weapons, both firearms and cold weapons, as well as steam or electric ones to confront hordes of enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Simantik.

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  36. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    76% User Score Based on 111 reviews

    Tracery of Fate is not just a VR game; it's your personal journey into the dark yet captivating world of Alfira, teetering on the brink of annihilation. Once a grand realm, this world is now fading, but even in its twilight, it mesmerizes with apocalyptic beauty and holds countless secrets that only you can uncover. Every step in this dying land is a challenge: ancient puzzles test your intellect… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tracery of Fate.

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  37. MaDevil is an Indie-Game, made by one developer over the course of 4 years.The Mad DevilIt's a normal, peaceful day on the island, when suddenly the devil emerges from the ocean. He wreaks havoc and summons a horde of demons to kill all the humans. Even the ones that managed to survive the attack have gone insane and became... something else entirely. The Fisher And The GoddessYou play the lone s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MaDevil.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    84% User Score Based on 4,550 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Gothic is a single-player action role-playing video game for Windows developed by the German company Piranha Bytes. It was first released in Germany on March 15, 2001, followed by the English North American release eight months later on November 23, 2001, and the Polish release on March 28, 2002. Gothic has been well received by critics, scoring an average of 80% and 81/100 on Game Rankings' and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gothic.

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  39. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    53% User Score Based on 7,474 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 8 reviews

    Lords of the Fallen is a challenging fantasy action RPG set in a harsh world where humanity has defeated its God. When his army starts to re-emerge from its demonic realm, led by the formidable Lords, humanity turns to an unlikely defender for help. Lords of the Fallen offers a deep and satisfying melee combat system with weapons, armour and skills influencing speed, power and agility. Every figh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lords of the Fallen.

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  40. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    78% User Score Based on 1,869 reviews

    INTO THE DESERT… This is a fantastical tale of an exotic land. The Old Empire has fallen, leaving rival tribes to fight for control of the great desert. Little do they know of the seeds of darkness which grow in the shadows with each passing day... Sands of Salzaar is an open-world strategy-action RPG set across a sprawling desert. Build up and manage your forces from a single unit to a mighty ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sands of Salzaar.

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  41. 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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  42. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    88% User Score Based on 3,145 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 1 reviews

    Reynardo the Fox is a clever rogue, but he’s not as clever as he thinks. He's got himself sucked into a Rebellion against the mad Emperor, and now he’s got fateful choices to make. Should he rescue his oldest friend, the shiftless Lapino; wield a gem cursed by a dead god; or resurrect a weapon lost at the beginning of time? Worse, he’s still in love with the Emperor’s adopted daughter, who he met … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stories: The Path of Destinies.

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  44. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    61% User Score Based on 239 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 17 reviews

    The physical and mental balance of a naive and reckless girl who lost everything is the only weapon to save the Earth from oblivion. Jump on a journey across colorful and mesmerizing planets in this fast-paced adventure where your conscience will carry the weight of your decisions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Batora: Lost Haven.

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  45. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 146 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 2 reviews

    Repel an invasion of mysterious charming creatures in a vast murky marshland. Strike your foes in a God-like slash-based manner and experience ambiguous encounters brimming with personality. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apple Slash.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 5,758 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 3 reviews

    Roadwarden is an illustrated text-based RPG that uses isometric pixel art and combines mechanics borrowed from RPGs, Visual Novels, adventure games and interactive fiction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Roadwarden.

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  47. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 4,124 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    This RPG from Piranha Bytes bring us in a long unblievble adventure on the island of Faranga. Take control of the Nameless Hero, create his place in the game's world through your decisions and actions e save the world from the Titan's wrath. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Risen.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    67% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    Viking Vengeance is a Rogue-lite Dungeon Crawler ARPG set in a religiously oppressed medieval world. You play as a Templar with pagan origins who rediscovers his roots and learns to wield the powers of the Norse Gods forever changing the destiny of his people. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viking Vengeance.

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  49. I shall stand with Ukraine to the end.Update: I have been upholding my words and putting them into action. The game now has quite a few Ukraine-related contents: Previous Announcement: I just made the price in the Ukrainian regional store as low as Steam allows me. Well, I guess I am the only game developer in China who publically announced my support to the Ukrainian people. Others are either… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to [Neolithic]To the End.

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    44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    57% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    The Moon Hell is a very difficult third-person action RPG set in a fantasy mood in all game elements: sound, levels, light, atmosphere and other. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Moon Hell.

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