Games like The Heart of Darkness
Looking for games like The Heart of Darkness? Here are top role playing recommendations with a fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Drova: Forsaken Kin, Demons Roots or Lunacid.
1 View Game84%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability94% User Score 4,447 reviewsCritic Score 70%6 reviewsDrova 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.
View Game2 View Game95%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, monetization95% User Score 732 reviewsIn Demons Roots, play as demons who have returned to the human world after a thousand years in the Dark Realm. With humanity on the brink of self-destruction, allies among the downtrodden find common ground with the demons to fight their oppressors. This unique twist on the classic demon-invasion narrative explores a world where alliances shift and power dynamics are overturned.
View Game3 View Game91%Game Brain Scoremusic, atmospheregrinding, stability91% User Score 11,674 reviews"Lunacid" is a single-player Horror Role Playing game, inspired by classic FROMSOFT titles like Shadow Tower and King’s Field. As an undesirable thrown into a moonlit subterranean world, you must navigate treacherous dungeons, battle creatures, and uncover secrets to confront the ancient beast guarding your only escape. Despite some bugs, "Lunacid" boasts stellar visuals, a memorable soundtrack, and a delightful yet challenging gameplay experience that marries humor and horror in a wholesome story.
View Game4 View Game83%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability86% User Score 1,364 reviewsCritic Score 78%8 reviews"Vigil: The Longest Night" is a Metroidvania-style side-scroller reminiscent of classics like "Salt and Sanctuary" and "Castlevania." In this game, players join protagonist Leila in her quest to protect her town, battle dark creatures, and uncover sinister plots. With a vast array of weapons, arcane abilities, and throwable items, players can customize their combat style to suit their preferences and the specific challenges they face. Exploration, complex combat, and a dark narrative await in this engaging adventure.
View Game5 View Game86%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability96% User Score 2,720 reviewsCritic Score 70%6 reviews"Wandering Sword" is a single-player Historical Turn Based Strategy game, set in ancient China, with an ingenious story, exceptional game mechanics, and stellar visuals. It boasts an innovative combat system, combining turn-based and real-time modes, and offers an immersive journey through over 75 diverse locations. However, the game can be very grinding, but its wholesome story makes it worthwhile.
View Game6 View Game97%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, stability97% User Score 3,672 reviews"LiEat is a single-player mystery RPG with an intriguing story of a dragon girl, Efina, who can manifest lies into beings. With stellar gameplay, spectacular graphics, and ingenious music, players uncover truths while buying and selling secrets in a world filled with arcane mysteries and colorful characters. Composed of three chapters, LiEat explores Efina's journey of self-discovery and the strange, mysterious world she inhabits."
View Game7 View Game74%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability78% User Score 1,307 reviewsCritic Score 71%23 reviewsIn "Asterigos: Curse of the Stars," players explore the mysterious city of Apheiros, battling mythical creatures and uncovering secrets to help the protagonist's missing father. With a mix of hack-and-slash combat and RPG elements, players can customize their character's abilities and weapons to suit their playstyle. The game features rich, story-driven gameplay with multiple endings based on player choices.
View Game8 View Game93%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, character development94% User Score 513 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviews"Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass" is a Japanese-style RPG inspired by SNES-era games and Yume Nikki. Players navigate the dream world of an 8-year-old boy, Jimmy, as he confronts an alien entity threatening his family. The game features turn-based combat, exploration, and monster transformations that offer new ways to interact with the world.
View Game9 View Game89%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storygrinding, stability89% User Score 1,172 reviews"Bastard Bonds" is a tactical RPG set on the criminal-infested island of Lukatt. As an outcast, you must gather a band of misfits, make tough decisions, and navigate over 200 locations with high-end pixel art. The game offers in-depth character customization, including sprite mod support, and more than 1000 character sprites, providing over 40 hours of gameplay. Justice may have failed, but in this game, you have the chance to take control of your own destiny.
View Game10 View Game85%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, monetization87% User Score 8,289 reviewsCritic Score 86%42 reviews"Octopath Traveler" is a nostalgic RPG with a modern twist, taking place in a vividly rendered 2D world. The game features eight distinct characters, each with their own unique abilities and storylines. Players can explore a vast open world, battle enemies in strategic turn-based combat, and uncover the mysteries of the land and its people.
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