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Vengeance Never Rests You were dead...and then you weren't. They will pay for what they did to you. Your restless spirit has clawed its way back from the void to seek vengeance upon those responsible for your death. Fueled by hatred, you will hunt them down and destroy them, but not before they watch you tear down everything they hold dear. But be warned: Revenants are an affront to the natural or… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revenant.

Feeding on the dreams, emotions, and inner darkness of humanity, the Weirdwood is a primordial forest that grows just beyond perception. Its roots spread to every corner of the world, and the stuff of nightmares linger in the shadows of its ancient trees. Sometimes, a persistent branch finds its way into the material realm, pushing through the cracks in abandoned buildings or blooming in dark alle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Weirdwood.

The Shadow of R'yleh Looms A thousand years have passed since Great Cthulhu stirred in His slumber and drowned the kingdoms of the world beneath the waves. But for those who survived, the horror had only begun. And for their descendants, there would be nothing but darkness and the unceasing rain... The Game THE DROWNED LANDS is a roleplaying game for 3 or more players set in the apocalyptic Age of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Drowned Lands.

Muscovy, 1567 You have been chosen to serve the Tsardom of Muscovy as a member of Ivan the Terrible's dreaded Oprichnina. Hunt down traitors, heretics, and blasphemous horrors in a realm gripped by famine and the suffering of war. But beware... your Oprichnik companions are watching you for any sign of betrayal, and dark forces from beyond this world seek to corrupt your soul at every turn. The Ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hounds of the Tsar.

No one knows how many generations have passed since the world that was sank beneath the waves of the Wyld Sea. Those who remain have grown up on one of the ancient vessels that remain seaworthy or on the atolls, artificial islands cobbled together from bits and chunks of floating debris. All your life you've gazed at the horizon of endless water, wondering what you might find beyond it. You've hea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wyld Sea.

Landing a job with the Company was supposed to be your ticket to the big time. Then something went wrong. Luckily, the doctors and the engineers were able to put you back together again, but they had to replace a few of your squishy bits in the process. But your state-of-the-art augmentations are Company property, which basically means YOU are Company property. And if you want to keep getting the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Augmented.

Montreal has changed. The Sabbat is gone. New powers rule from the shadows. Old loyalties have decayed beneath neon lights, abandoned cathedrals and the ruins of forgotten faiths. You are Gabe, a vampire awakened from decades of torpor with fractured memories and a past buried deeper than the dead. Guided by Sam, a reluctant Thin-Blood, what begins as a hunt for a rogue ghoul spirals into a dang… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vampire: The Masquerade — ETERNAL WHISPERS.

Everything You Know Is a Lie Something is wrong with the world. You've felt it all your life, noticed strange things and people that can't be explained. Everyone said you were crazy, that you were just imagining it all. But they were wrong. It's time to open your eyes, peel back the layers of deception, and climb over the walls of the prison designed to hold your mind. It's time to join the ranks … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Simulacrum.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

62% User Score Based on 79 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 1 reviews

Official game of the iconic game books by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fighting Fantasy Legends.

Overview“Break the mirror, eat the glass, and sing a song of what has never been” Fractal Odyssey is a modern take on the tactical RPG, blending a traditional core with modern and innovative mechanics. Taking both gameplay and narrative inspiration from Final Fantasy Tactics, Project Moon, and System Erasure, Fractal Odyssey creates something entirely new. Your goal is simple - journey across … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fractal Odyssey.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

79% User Score Based on 87 reviews

Experience a thrilling fantasy adventure inspired by the works of Studio Ghibli and Studio Chizu, where reluctant duo Lili and Sadi must learn to work together to survive the journey ahead. After losing her mother to an ancient evil, Lili doesn’t want anything to do with her mother’s legacy of being a Guardian. However, when Lili rescues a Monk-in-training named Sadi, the latter urges her to r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Altheia: The Wrath of Aferi.

38%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

55% User Score Based on 20 reviews

STORY:Start journey in this medieval third person rpg game and be the hero and beat evil goblins Green goblin and his army has captured valuable skulls and hidden them. Player warrior mission is to beat goblin and his army. Player fight against different small creatures which have different attacks like punch attack, magic attack, bomb attack etc. End of level player meet big green goblin who are… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Assassin Of Goblin.

Vampires, Demons and Zombies crawl out of the darkness to plague the land once agaaaand they're dead... That was NOT how this was supposed to go down. But that's what Gabriel Dorleac is known for. Killing the undead. He has been doing so for years, ever since he returned home from Citadale Island.And now a new shadow cast its darkness over the castle. So of course Gabriel is going to go there. How… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Untold Tales of Citadale: The Shadow Maker.

A Battle Played Through CardsGlyphrune is a solo tabletop RPG set in a dark medieval fantasy world. Choose a hero, build your deck, and travel across a world of branching roads, dangerous regions, and increasingly difficult battles. Glyphrune is not intended to feel like a traditional card game. It is an RPG battle played through cards. Your cards represent the actions available to you. Use the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glyphrune.

Noctheron: The Eclipse Bringer is a dark pixel art RPG focused on story, exploration, and turn-based battles. Set against a war driven by the ambition of three kingdoms, it follows a tale of power, loss, romance, and moral choices, where every decision helps shape the protagonist’s path and the fate of those around him. In an age consumed by moral decay, each chapter reveals new conflicts, enemie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noctheron: The Eclipse Bringer.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Diluted is a narrative-driven 3D side-scrolling puzzle and adventure game where players explore dark environments, solve environmental challenges, and uncover a story centered around fear, control, and nightmares.  Players control Archie, a young orphan cursed with a living nightmare entity named Azell. Throughout the game, players navigate interconnected areas, avoid environmental hazards, and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diluted.

Dark Craft is a free-to-play MMO set in a grim dark-fantasy world, where a vast open world and a Souls-style combat system turn every encounter into a true challenge. The world is filled with secrets and dangers: monsters are ruthless, and other players can become either allies or enemies. Explore the lands, discover rare artifacts, and fight alone or with a group — in Dark Craft, your path is def… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Craft.

WHICH PATH WILL YOU TAKE, WANDERER?Enter the tale of the forgotten: where whispers of ancient power echo through fractured realms. Your journey begins in the depths of a haunted forest where a mysterious storyteller awaits—the guardian of a fragmented truth that will set you on a perilous quest to piece together The Longest Tale. UNCOVER A LOST LEGEND“Can death be sleep, when life is but a dr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Longest Tale.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

100% User Score Based on 55 reviews

Guards II is a tactical turn-based strategy game with seemingly simple rules but deep and thoughtful mechanics. To attack, you only need to swap two heroes — but don’t be fooled, as the devil is in the details: every decision can determine the outcome of the battle. You’ve made a deal with a demon and now venture into the very heart of Hell. Traverse five otherworldly realms filled with terrify… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guards II: Chaos in Hell.

In this fast-paced, dynamic PvP game from Bonfire Studios, teams of three battle to ascend a mysterious Tower built from fragments of their life before. Here, items are the heroes - each one imbued with powerful abilities that shape how you fight, adapt, and outplay other teams. Build your strategy and identity on the fly by looting and combining items in real time, creating unique builds througho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arkheron.

Dokkalfar is a modern Metroidvania following Vivi, a Dark Elf hunter tracking the sorcerer Erasmus and his cult across a vast fantasy realm. Master fast, acrobatic movement and shadow magic as you fight, explore, and uncover the truth behind a forbidden power capable of awakening ancient horrors. Every path forward is shaped by your abilities, equipment, and choices as you grow stronger through … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dokkalfar: The Ballads of Vivi the Dark Elf.

Blood & MoneyBlood & Money delivers relentless Gauntlet-style co-op carnage, powered by a raw punk rock soundtrack and retro 256-color art. Join a friend to blast through monster-filled dungeons with fireballs and explosives, grabbing loot in a kingdom torn by a traitor’s pact. Retro action awaits! StoryEons ago, a traitor king’s unholy pact with a dark sorceress unleashed a monstrous… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood & Money.

"Stranded. Alone. Survival is your only hope." After a devastating shipwreck, you awaken as Robinson Crusoe, stranded on a mysterious Caribbean island. The fight for survival begins immediately—battle hunger, thirst, and relentless predators while uncovering the island’s darkest secrets. Scavenge resources, craft essential tools, and build shelters to withstand the harsh wilderness. Bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Robinson Crusoe : The Lost Tribes.

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.

28%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

28% User Score Based on 139 reviews

Dark Shadows - Army of Evil is a Classic Medieval Fantasy First Person - Hack and Slash Game with a kind of old school look. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Shadows - Army of Evil.

ECOPUNK: 2044 is an environmentalist cybernoir table top RPG, set in a future of advancing environmental collapse known as the Death Spiral. Players will take on the role of ‘Punks’ - outsiders, activists and rogues - who fight to protract humanity's survival. ECOPUNK has the following features: Opt-In Complexity. ECOPUNK is designed as a system that has opt-in complexity. Players looking for some… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ECOPUNK: 2044.

This game is a fantasy platformer presenting adventures of a little knight committed to get bad creatures out of the magic world with the help of a sword and magic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fury Knight.

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.

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.

Curse of Vengeance by Thogreer Screamsong “What a wonderful night to have a curse…” Introduction Inspired by the gothic video game platform adventures of yesteryear, as well as other horror action themes, Curse of Vengeance takes you on the journey of the ancient monsters of Transylvania fighting back against the hunters who have antagonized their kind for generations.  After the fall of Dracula a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curse of Vengeance.

This game is in late development. Throughout the production, I will post small updates, and if you like what you see please consider donating something when downloading the available draft versions. Words from a playtester "I had the pleasure of playtesting this game over the course of more than half a year. It has been wonderful to see it grow into a fully-fledged TTRPG! The game takes heavy insp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oceania 2084.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

99% User Score Based on 92 reviews

Roadmap About the GameVolkolak: The Will of Gods is a 2D Soulslike Metroidvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting. The action takes place in the Far-away State, a vast, rich world of medieval times for exploration. After the ominous curse of the necromancer Koschei the Immortal, its inhabitants go mad and turn into evil. The protagonist will have to fight his minions using a deep combat system.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Volkolak: The Will of Gods.

In Axe & Bow Land, players take on the role of brothers Axel and Bowie, warriors chosen by an ancient prophecy and armed with sacred relics: a magical axe capable of freezing enemies and a divine bow. Set in a mythical Aztec-inspired era, the game tells the story of a once-peaceful land, now corrupted by a strange and dark energy emanating from an ancient temple. Axel and Bowie, immune to the cont… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Axe & Bow Land.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

61% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Something has awoken, rising from the Decay. Civilization has ended, and creatures older than man are slowly emerging from the depth of the earth. Vessels of Decay is a retro-inspired... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vessels of Decay.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

87% User Score Based on 46 reviews

Rui can't catch a break... Her life was turned on its head when she was transported to Roots, a world full of monsters, demons, and magic. Thankfully, she was able to awaken the powers of Sol within her and save that world from destruction! Alas, she had only just returned to her world after saving that one, and now monsters are attacking her town and kidnapping people! Following the trail, she s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sol-Rui: After Mini.

ZILFINS — Mighty wizards who established in the town of Batiniq an enchanted realm of peace and prosperity. Their crowning achievement was the creation of two rings which, worn together, endowed the wearer with supernatural power. LORD DRAGOS — A fiendish necromancer who now holds Batiniq in thrall. Captor of one magic ring, Dragos needs only its mate to attain invincibility. The sole hope for t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rings of Zilfin.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

81% User Score Based on 75 reviews

Mörk Borg Heresy Supreme is a doom-metal action RPG set in the world of Mörk Borg. Wretched antiheroes explore a side-scrolling, semi-procedural grimdark fantasy world, searching for a way to prevent the apocalypse or make the suffering worse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MÖRK BORG Heresy Supreme.

Core mechanics: Combat system "Click-and-Hold" Upgrade your character Variety of enemies More than 129+ different quests Dozens of living NPCs with their own history Interesting and exciting plot Control two heroes throughout the game 4 different locations with their own puzzles Abandoned dungeons with puzzles and monsters Stylish, hand-drawn pixel art What is Hamm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hammer of Pain.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

59% User Score Based on 174 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 1 reviews

A village in peril. A samurai reanimated. An Oni advancing. Fight an army of undead warriors and Japanese monsters as a human, a Kodama, and a cat in this 2D stop-motion action adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Spirit of the Samurai.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

81% User Score Based on 62 reviews

A third-person survival horror game featuring non-linear gameplay, puzzles, and enemies from the depths of hell. After the arrival of an unexpected guest back home, Anna's in a race against time to uncover the mystery of the events that took place. Will she save her sister before it's too late? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Despair: Blood Curse.

42%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

53% User Score Based on 30 reviews

In this cruel world, Nora’s originally happy life is over in a flash. In order to repay the kindness of her adoptive parents, she resolutely embarks on the path of revenge. Will she become a revered paladin or an assassin of darkness? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Light and Shadow: Doppelganger.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

69% User Score Based on 1,015 reviews

A third-person action-adventure game set after the events of Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain (1996). Kain has established a vampiric empire in the world of Nosgoth, but when his lieutenant and progeny, Raziel, evolves wings before him, Kain casts him down in jealousy. Centuries later, Raziel awakens in a corrupted form and sets out to take revenge against his former brethren. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding

96% User Score Based on 624 reviews

The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante is a narrative-driven text-based RPG set in a ruthless medieval realm that comes to life on the pages of the protagonist's journal. Though every man's life is predetermined by the Lot they received at birth, it is you who decides whether your character will challenge fate and alter his destiny, rewriting the established laws of the universe. The free version o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante — Chapter 1&2.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

87% User Score Based on 30 reviews

For the price of two coffees you get to kill endless demons! Lets go! You play as a lone hero in a challenging quest against hordes of demons, clear the dungeons to get more equipment and experience to unlock new and powerful abilities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons of Hell.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

75% User Score Based on 10,416 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 43 reviews

Scorn is an atmospheric first person horror adventure game set in a nightmarish universe of odd forms and somber tapestry. It is designed around an idea of "being thrown into the world". Isolated and lost inside this dream-like world you will explore different interconnected regions in a non-linear fashion. The unsettling environment is a character itself. Every location contains its own theme (st… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scorn.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

89% User Score Based on 648 reviews

Critic Score 71%Based on 6 reviews

An epic adventure in a land of monsters, traps and magic. Journey across the deadly Shamutanti Hills and through Kharé, Cityport of Thieves. Armed with your sword and over fifty spells with weird and wonderful effects, embark on a narrative adventure of a thousand choices where every one is remembered. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sorcery! Parts 1 & 2.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

93% User Score Based on 160 reviews

In Black Baby you play as Black Baby, trying to escape the catacombs while avoiding the hulking behemoths If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Baby.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

73% User Score Based on 94 reviews

Can a dream transcend its owner? Follow the beautiful tale of Line, an endearing character formed from paper, in an atmospheric adventure where challenges and danger are waiting every step of the way. Experience the story of Line and then embark on three prequel chapters, featuring a different paper protagonist with its own origami shapeshifting abilities and tale to tell. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Tale of Paper.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

63% User Score Based on 566 reviews

In this sequel to the critically acclaimed Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, reassume the role of Raziel, and travel back through the currents of time into various eras of Nosgoth's past in your relentless pursuit of Kain. Encounter new enemies as you unearth the mysteries of Nosgoth's ancient races, and expose the schemes behind the corruption of the Pillars, and the vampire genocide. Acquire new and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2 (2001).

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

81% User Score Based on 2,814 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

In the third instalment of the Thief series, master-thief Garrett is contacted by Keeper Artemus with a mission to steal two valuable artefacts. At the same time, Garrett learns about a prophecy: the coming of a Dark Age. He embarks upon a journey to unravel a mystery that threatens the existence of the order of Keepers. Is it possible that there is a traitor in their midst? The stealth and thiev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thief: Deadly Shadows.