Games like They Always Run
Looking for games like They Always Run? Here are top arcade hack and slash recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Dex, Ghostrunner or ANNO: Mutationem.
1 View Game77%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, replayability84% User Score 2,868 reviewsCritic Score 71%11 reviewsDex is a single-player, open world Science Fiction action-RPG with a dense atmosphere and a mature, emotional story, allowing you to customize your character's skills, equipment, and augmentations for real-time combat. Inspired by Blade Runner and Neuromancer, the game features a revolutionary hacking mechanic, stunning graphics, and a good soundtrack, but is weighed down by bugs and requires grinding.
View Game2 View Game88%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storygrinding, stability91% User Score 24,066 reviewsCritic Score 90%7 reviewsGhostrunner is a first-person cyberpunk slasher focused on fluid movement and precise combat. Players ascend a megastructure as an elite warrior, slicing through enemies with a monomolecular katana and dashing through the air with the help of advanced parkour skills. One-hit kills require keen reflexes and split-second decisions in this fast-paced game, offering a unique and challenging experience.
View Game3 View Game86%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsgrinding, stability90% User Score 1,506 reviewsCritic Score 72%1 reviews"ANNO: Mutationem" is a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game set in a cyberpunk-inspired world. Play as Ann Flores, a skilled mercenary, as she navigates a dangerous city and uncovers a conspiracy involving mutants. Utilize a range of weapons, abilities, and upgrades to fight enemies and solve puzzles. Experience a rich, immersive story with hand-drawn art and deep, atmospheric music.
View Game4 View Game76%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, replayability85% User Score 1,001 reviewsCritic Score 66%13 reviewsIn "Gestalt: Steam & Cinder" , play as Aletheia, an elite mercenary, in the Steam City of Canaan. Combat clockwork golems, horrors, and raiders using melee combos and gunplay while uncovering the city's dark secrets and thwarting the corrupt overseers' schemes. Explore various locations, from grimy markets to blazing furnaces, in this action-packed adventure.
View Game5 View Game74%Game Brain Scoremusic, storystability, atmosphere83% User Score 664 reviewsCritic Score 65%13 reviewsHeart&Slash is a single-player Science Fiction Hack and Slash game, where you play as Heart, a robot fighting to escape the grip of the evil machine QuAsSy. The game features 3 worlds, unique enemies and weapons, and perma-death with persistent progression. Despite its small development team, Heart&Slash boasts ingenious graphics, spectacular gameplay, and a beautiful soundtrack, though it is known to be buggy.
View Game6 View Game76%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storygrinding, optimization82% User Score 3,959 reviewsCritic Score 70%39 reviews"Thymesia" is a single-player fantasy hack and slash game with a good plot, stellar mechanics, and impressive graphics. As Corvus, players must restore the fallen Kingdom of Hermes by harnessing the power of the plague and battling infected monsters to uncover lost memories. However, be prepared for lots of grinding, bugs, and uncovering more secrets along the way. The game promises intense combat with gruesome bosses and various plague weapons to collect.
View Game7 View Game78%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability83% User Score 2,096 reviewsCritic Score 74%19 reviews"The Last Faith" is a single-player horror hack and slash game, described as a brutal yet empowering combination of metroidvania and soulslike elements. Explore a beautiful gothic landscape filled with precise combat, custom executions, and a range of weapons and spells. Embark on a cursed mission as Eryk, seeking salvation in a world that challenges your mind and conscience. Despite some bugs and grinding, the game boasts excellent music, splendid visuals, and a fantastic atmosphere.
View Game8 View Game84%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storygrinding, stability91% User Score 27,205 reviewsCritic Score 78%30 reviewsBlasphemous is a punishing action-platformer set in a dark, religious world. As the Penitent One, a silent protagonist seeking redemption, you'll explore a nightmarish landscape, defeat gruesome enemies, and uncover the secrets of this cursed land. With challenging gameplay and a haunting atmosphere, Blasphemous offers a unique and intense gaming experience.
View Game9 View Game83%Game Brain Scoremusic, storygrinding, stability91% User Score 4,278 reviewsCritic Score 75%36 reviews"Ruiner" is a brutal, fast-paced top-down shooter set in a dystopian future. As a wired hacker with a killer sword, players must battle their way through hordes of enemies and corporate forces to uncover the truth behind a sinister conspiracy. With a wide range of weapons, abilities, and cybernetic enhancements to unlock and upgrade, "Ruiner" offers a deep and challenging action experience. The game also features stunning visuals, a pumping soundtrack, and a dark, atmospheric world to explore.
View Game10 View Game70%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsoptimization, stability71% User Score 486 reviewsCritic Score 69%19 reviews"The Last Case of Benedict Fox" is a definitive edition of a game featuring intense and exhilarating combat and traversal. Play as Benedict Fox, a detective with a demon companion, exploring the minds of the deceased to solve a grisly murder mystery in a decrepit mansion. Discover a dark world full of secrets, forbidden rituals, and puzzles in this Burton-esque arcane adventure.
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