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Looking for games like The Riff? Here are top action adventure recommendations with a fantasy and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Codex Lost, Mark of the Deep or Decay of Logos.

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  1. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    72% User Score Based on 65 reviews

    The new open world, spellcasting action-RPG. The grimoires have been stolen, civilisation is in ruins. Rise, Curator! Craft ancient elemental magics and challenge the great lords who threaten to fracture reality itself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Codex Lost.

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  2. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    72% User Score Based on 125 reviews

    Mark of the Deep is an epic pirate-themed adventure with a strong narrative and a thrilling mix of Metroidvania and Souls-Like elements. Embark on this journey, explore the mysteries of a cursed island and find your missing pirate crew! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mark of the Deep.

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  3. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    38% User Score Based on 142 reviews
    Critic Score 36%Based on 15 reviews

    Immerse yourself in the world of Decay Of Logos and unravel its mysteries. Explore old dungeons, battle unforgiving foes and journey through a vibrant interconnected fantasy realm with your mystical elk companion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Decay of Logos.

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  4. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    37% User Score Based on 120 reviews
    Critic Score 49%Based on 10 reviews

    XEL is an epic 3D sci-fi fantasy action-adventure. Explore the mysterious world of XEL and help protagonist Reid to uncover her enigmatic past. Make new friends and foes along the way and collect exciting gadgets to master challenging dungeons and solve time bending puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to XEL.

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  5. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    90% User Score Based on 140 reviews

    Discord ChannelJoin Blackburne Games discord community [/url] About the GameEx Natura: Nature Corrupted is a souls-like game with Enrage mechanic which sets in a Nature themed dark fantasy world. Fight your way from the deepest dungeons to the top of the clouds and save the corrupted nature in this mysterious "pre-human" era-themed epic story. [imgvid poster.avif="" mp4="" webm="" wid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    69% User Score Based on 173 reviews

    Join us About the Game"The Land Forsaken by Gods" is a survival game that incorporates elements of "Diablo". On this despairing land abandoned by the gods, darkness is gradually devouring the light. Distorted monsters run wild everywhere, and the night has become a forbidden zone for life. Ancient curses and indescribable evil stir beneath the earth, and only a handful o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GOD FORSAKEN.

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  7. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, replayability
    79% User Score Based on 61 reviews

    Usurper: Soulbound is a tough Rogue-lite Action RPG where players are trapped without a physical body in a horrifying dimension and must possess the bodies of their enemies and other heroes alike as they fight their way back. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Usurper: Soulbound.

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    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    82% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Explore a fallen land of mystery and lore. Battle against dark and ancient monsters. Traverse deadly pitfalls, and advance your character in this fantasy 3rd person action RPG. Uncover the chaos that is darkening the land and fight for the magic that empowers the Mythrealm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mythrealm.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    76% User Score Based on 75 reviews

    EXPLORE THE MIND OF THE ODDGOD IN THIS FREE EXPANSION! Become Part of the Community! About the Game A HAND-DRAWN METROIDVANIA WITH BRANCHING STORYLINES As you explore the Realm of Aestik, you will need to make impactful decisions which will alter the course of the game. Platform your way through this strangely unique world and fathom the mysterious corruption that drives sane creature… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aestik.

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  10. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    85% User Score Based on 372 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 5 reviews

    RICH PLOT AND VARIOUS ENDINGS Bionic girl Tania is assigned by her creator, Dr. Herveus to search and rescue a missing Investigation team in the rainforest of Horace Islands where mysterious Karpas energy turns local animals and plants into aggressive mutants. AWESOME AND EXCITING COMBAT Slain your foes with a wide range of combos: from fastest to slowest. Parry enemy attacks to gain an advantage,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AWAKEN - Astral Blade.

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  11. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    As the sole Summoner, step into the mystical realm of Umbra to rescue it from the encroaching demon army emerging from dimensional rifts. To end this invasion, call upon 60 diverse heroes, each with unique abilities, and engage in strategic, turn-based RPG battles against more than 150 monsters and demons. A thousand years ago, the mighty demon Behemoth tore a colossal rift in the barrier between … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Umbra: The Last Summoner.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    54% User Score Based on 39 reviews

    "Play as a fearsome knight on a journey filled with challenges. Use a variety of abilities and powerups to take down enemies in an abandoned, torn by war castle." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chamber of Darkness.

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  13. 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.

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  14. After Earth became unlivable, humanity survives in floating cities powered by the particles of sacred Moon Mice, mysterious creatures once traded by Angels in exchange for worship. You play as OVO, a synthetic humanoid weapon tasked with escorting Frisk Fawn, a half-angel fugitive, to the Moon to force an audience with an absent God. As Angels attempt to sabotage Moon Mice production, your journe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moon Mice: The Game.

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  15. Game Background The Wheel of Reincarnation in this world has been corrupted by polluted spiritual energy, transforming into an AI entity. Through advanced AI technology, it has broken the boundaries of life's end, merging flesh, soul, and machinery to form a new life system. However, the surviving humans and demonic races do not accept this practice. The protagonist will explore this world where r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Liuyin's world.

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  16. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    60% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    The horror game Whispering Lane takes you to an abandoned house on Whispering Lane Street. Darkness reigns on the street, and strange noises stir unease among the neighbors. The main character, police officer Jackson Harrowfield, is sent to investigate the residents' report. Soon, he will uncover the secrets of this dark house. Enter the world of mysteries and dangers, experiencing two amazing sto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispering Lane.

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  17. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    55% User Score Based on 66 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 3 reviews

    Walk the dark path of a blind cyber-samurai in this action platformer filled with robotic Japanese folktales. Embark with Yami on a journey of revenge and face the dangers of a mysterious Edo period, discovering a forgotten past and unveiling its lost mechanical lore. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blind Fate: Edo no Yami.

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  18. 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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  19. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    77% User Score Based on 86 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

    [Media 3738411] [Media 3636391] In a long-devastated world, only one city remains intact. Protected by a glass dome, the city of Endeavor rises above the wreckage of the past. Inhabited solely... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Machina.

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  20. Embark on a thrilling co-op adventure in Necrotic Haze, where you and a friend will battle hordes of undead creatures while trying to find your way out of a perilous medieval night. Engage in intense combat, unravel mysteries, and survive the nightmarish landscape in this action-packed escape experience. Key Features: Cooperative Gameplay: Team up with a friend and face the undead togeth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Necrotic Haze.

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  21. 35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    35% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Welcome to "Lost Islands" - a life and death test for explorers!In 1598, at the peak of the Age of Discovery, explorers rushed towards unknown seas like a tide, dreaming of wealth, glory and the wonders of the new world. But in a corner of East Asia, there is a "Lost Islands" hidden in legend, shrouded in eternal storms and mysterious mists. Countless adventurers embarked on th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Islands.

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  22. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Explore a stunning hand-craft world ravaged by war and ruled by an evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, change your weapons and unlock different abilities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Vanguard.

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  23. 5%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    9% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Let's tell an old tale anew, and go back to the good ol' days of gaming with a new classic, hack and slash adventure. Upgrade Georgie & Yolkie's abilities and travel across 17 lovely lands and save Princess Tabitha from the clutches of the evil King Rattie! Lots of addictive swordplay and fun here! Embark on a thrilling adventure across 17 immersive 3D levels! Battle scary Lions, Minions, Witches… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Georgie-Yolkie 64 - The Furry Tale.

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  24. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    ReSetna is a post-apocalyptic Metroidvania, in a crumbling world dominated by the APEX AI. As a mysterious Signal driving robots to madness emerges, ReSetna sets off on a journey to uncover the mystery. Explore, engage, evolve, navigating through the crumbling ruins of a once glorious civilization. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ReSetna.

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  25. Absence of Light is a soulslike game, also known as an action RPG.  The world is ruled by Supreme Demon Lords, who wield ancient necromantic powers. Society is on the brink of extinction, shrouded in perpetual darkness and under constant subjugation, with even human heroes falling under their control. The protagonist represents humanity's last hope, being immune to mind control by the Supreme… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absence of Light.

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  26. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    74% User Score Based on 162 reviews

    Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Genopanic.

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  27. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    88% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Discord Community About the Game Embark on an extraordinary journey in Wéko the Mask Gatherer, a single-player, action-adventure game inspired by classic 3D platformers and RPGs like Zelda (OOT), Souls-like, and Spyro. As Wéko, the intrepid adventurer and mask gatherer, you will traverse a progressively open world that encourages discovery. Use the power of masks to solve intriguing puzzles, ov… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wéko The Mask Gatherer.

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  28. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 44 reviews

    The Mage Ortharion has chosen you for The Last Battle! Make the right choices as you explore a world filled with magic and secrets. Improve your character in multiple ways and manage an adventurer's guild. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ortharion: The Last Battle.

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  29. 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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  30. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    76% User Score Based on 34 reviews
    Critic Score 58%Based on 4 reviews

    forma.8 is a unique take on the proven Metroidvania action-adventure formula, with a striking visual style and a huge world to explore. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to forma.8.

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  31. Deadly blue is a journey through the world full of dangers, where you will fight against the evil creatures, overcome different obstacles on the way to your beloved. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadly Blue.

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  32. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    79% User Score Based on 472 reviews

    8Doors is Metroidvania style 2D action platformer game based on Korean afterlife world view. Explore 8 different area of purgatory by becoming the main character 'Arum'. Solve the mystery of happening on purgatory through fight against the specter and lead fugitive souls to the right path. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure.

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  33. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    A dynamic sneak-and-slash RPG that mixes procedural generation with hand-made puzzles and story! Featuring heavy-hitting deliberate combat, robust stealth mechanics, a huge selection of versatile items, and unique threatening enemies to face! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Good Night, Knight.

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  34. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 78 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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  35. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 2,152 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    Find us: Steam | Twitter | Newsletter | Facebook [Media 4051545] Embark on an extraordinary journey through the desolated kingdom of Penumbra and discover the hidden secrets of this... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blue Fire.

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  36. Verfall: A Dark and Strategic RPGThe world of Verfall is in ruins. The "Servants of Corrosion" have been unleashed, and now it's a race against time to save what remains. Heroes marked by the "Mark" carry the burden of a curse and must unite, facing the challenge with the few resources available. Traditional power-ups are not an option — every battle must be fought with what yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Verfall.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 213 reviews

    Play as a candle warrior fighting to keep your flame alive in a world where fire means life and death. Steal wax from enemies to survive, wield your flame tactically in intense hack-and-slash combat, and uncover the dark secrets of a dormant wax factory filled with danger ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Candellum.

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    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    74% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    A New Adventure in Classic Metroidvania Style Beholgar II is a pixel-art Metroidvania platformer inspired by the spirit of the '90s. Explore a vast interconnected world — from shadowy dungeons and cursed forests to forgotten temples and the very edge of hell. Key Features: Ancient Powers & Magic: Unlock powerful abilities and spells to grow stronger. Mysterious, Layered Levels: Every corne… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beholgar 2.

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  39. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    65% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Dark Honor is an action-adventure game set in a dark fantasy world where players take on the role of a lone warrior seeking revenge against a ruthless Samurai tribe. Master precise swordplay, navigate treacherous environments, and engage in challenging combat to reclaim your destiny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Honor.

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  40. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    94% User Score Based on 68 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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  41. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    80% User Score Based on 495 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 6 reviews

    Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voidwrought.

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  42. 44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    40% User Score Based on 86 reviews
    Critic Score 48%Based on 12 reviews

    Testament is a first-person single-player action-adventure game with bits of RPG and metroidvania elements set in a post-apocalyptic fantasy world. It offers a mixed combat with different possibilities and combination by sword, spells and bow while it is rich with platforming and puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Testament: The Order of High Human.

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  44. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    62% User Score Based on 53 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 2 reviews

    [Media 3738445] Enter a fantasy world waiting to be explored. Follow the story of Mya, a young alchemist trying to solve the mystery of a forgotten land while searching for her loved ones. Solve... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchemist Adventure.

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  45. 36%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, monetization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    36% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    Save the world or save life? During your adventure in Rhea, you will have to make a choice. Will you launch into the adventure and deciphering the riddles of Rhea. Would you be able to face the ancient gods? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom of Rhea.

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  46. 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 an adventure game with role-playing elements set in a stylized miniature world. Players explore environments, collect items, interact with various creatures, and engage in combat encounters. The story follows a protagonist attempting to brew a special tea in order to save their sister. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to White Lavender.

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    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 null.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 742 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 3 reviews

    Whenever mist hangs over Lake Orwell, sailors catch sight of a phantom castle just out of reach. As they draw near, it fades away, leaving only questions for all who have seen this “Castle Strangerock.” Now, you must aid your charge in uncovering its secrets...even if it costs you your very soul. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xanadu Next.

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  49. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 270 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Hands of Necromancy is a Dark Fantasy First Person Shooter and metroidvania game, similar to Heretic, made with the GZDoom engine. Find your weapons, fight evil forces, use the special abilities of special transformations to find your path! Show how powerful you are as a Necromancer! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hands of Necromancy.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    90% User Score Based on 136 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 3 reviews

    Biota is a 2D metroidvania inspired shooter set on a wild and dangerous sci-fi, pixel-art planet. Get ready to face hostile alien life forms and investigate a mysterious mining colony as a group of ragtag heroes from the future, all in glorious 4-color palettes and detailed 8-bit visuals. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Biota.

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