Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Absolver (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Absolver on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: Warspear Online, which both open world, atmospheric and difficult.
- Absolver is tagged Fighting, Martial Arts, Action, Multiplayer, PvP, Open World, Adventure, Indie by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 4 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 1 are from the same studio: Sifu.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Warspear Online
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 6 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2017).
Create your hero and dive into an epic 2D MMORPG! Explore a vast open world, conquer castles, battle in free-for-all PvP, team up in guilds, join Alliance wars, explore dungeons, and celebrate with fun in-game events!
Warspear Online at a glance Released 2017 Studio Titulum Enterprises Limited Player sentiment 72% positive of 3,147 Price Free MMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGOnline Co-OpPvPDifficult
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Dark Souls III
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Souls-like, Difficult and RPG; released around the same time (2016).
Dark Souls continues to push the boundaries with the latest, ambitious chapter in the critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series. Prepare yourself and Embrace The Darkness!
Dark Souls III at a glance Released 2016 Studio FromSoftware Player sentiment 94% positive of 439,389 Price $59.99 Souls-likeDifficultRPGPvPCharacter Customization
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Monster Hunter: World
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Difficult; released around the same time (2018).
Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.
Monster Hunter: World at a glance Released 2018 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 89% positive of 516,159 Price $29.99 RPGCharacter CustomizationDifficultMMORPGSouls-like
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Biomutant
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Martial Arts; released around the same time (2021).
BIOMUTANT® is an open-world, post-apocalyptic Kung-Fu fable RPG, with a unique martial arts styled combat system allowing you to mix melee, shooting and mutant ability action.
Biomutant at a glance Released 2021 Studio Experiment 101 Player sentiment 66% positive of 20,181 Price $39.99 RPGCharacter CustomizationMartial ArtsIndieSouls-like
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Sifu
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sloclap; both difficult; shares 6 player tags including Martial Arts, Difficult and Souls-like.
Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.
Sifu at a glance Released 2023 Studio Sloclap Player sentiment 92% positive of 28,658 Price $39.99 Martial ArtsDifficultSouls-likeIndieSwordplayFighting
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The Elder Scrolls Online
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including RPG, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2014).
Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.
The Elder Scrolls Online at a glance Released 2014 Studio ZeniMax Online Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 161,491 Price $19.99 RPGMMORPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationPvPPvE
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Albion Online
Why it matched: both open world and difficult; shares 6 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2018).
Albion Online is a fantasy sandbox MMORPG featuring a player-driven economy, classless combat system, and intense PvP battles. Explore a vast open world full of danger and opportunity. Grow your wealth, forge alliances, and leave your mark on the world of Albion.
Albion Online at a glance Released 2018 Studio Sandbox Interactive GmbH Player sentiment 78% positive of 93,490 Price Free MMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGPvPPvEDifficult
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Neverwinter
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2013).
Neverwinter is a free, action MMORPG based on the acclaimed Dungeons & Dragons fantasy roleplaying game. Epic stories, action combat and classic roleplaying await those heroes courageous enough to enter the fantastic world of Neverwinter!
Neverwinter at a glance Released 2013 Studio Cryptic Studios Player sentiment 77% positive of 39,651 Price Free MMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationPvPPvE
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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Souls-like, Swordplay and Character Customization.
The story of Cal Kestis continues in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™, a galaxy-spanning, third-person, action-adventure game.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor at a glance Released 2023 Studio Respawn Entertainment Player sentiment 71% positive of 85,859 Price $69.99 Souls-likeSwordplayCharacter CustomizationRPGDifficult
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DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Fighting and Character Customization; released around the same time (2020).
The Dragon Ball RPG of your dreams! For the first time, you can play the rest of the story. Step into the universe of Dragon Ball Z in all its iconic glory and become the hero you were always meant to be!
DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT at a glance Released 2020 Studio CyberConnect2 Co. Ltd. Player sentiment 93% positive of 58,245 Price $19.99 RPGFightingCharacter CustomizationDifficult
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Death Trash
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Souls-like; released around the same time (2021).
Death Trash features a post-apocalyptic world where cosmic horrors long for humanity but meet punks with shotguns. It combines old-school role-playing, modern action gameplay and player freedom. Create your own character and explore a handcrafted world.
Death Trash at a glance Released 2021 Studio Crafting Legends Player sentiment 92% positive of 3,722 Price $19.99 RPGCharacter CustomizationSouls-likePvE
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Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Souls-like, Swordplay and RPG; released around the same time (2019).
A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title from Respawn. An abandoned Padawan must complete his training, develop new powerful Force abilities, and master the art of the lightsaber - all while staying one step ahead of the Empire.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order at a glance Released 2019 Studio Criterion Games Player sentiment 88% positive of 175,096 Price $39.99 Souls-likeSwordplayRPGFighting
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Dark Souls II
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Souls-like, RPG and Difficult; released around the same time (2014).
Developed by FROM SOFTWARE, DARK SOULS™ II is the highly anticipated sequel to the gruelling 2011 breakout hit Dark Souls. The unique old-school action RPG experience captivated imaginations of gamers worldwide with incredible challenge and intense emotional reward.
Dark Souls II at a glance Released 2014 Studio FromSoftware Player sentiment 88% positive of 46,773 Price $39.99 Souls-likeRPGDifficultPvP
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Insurgency: Sandstorm
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Online Co-Op, Difficult and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2018).
Insurgency: Sandstorm is a hardcore tactical FPS built on lethal close-quarters combat and ruthless intensity. Every bullet count, every step matters, and teamwork is your only path to survival in the brutality of modern warfare.
Insurgency: Sandstorm at a glance Released 2018 Studio New World Interactive Player sentiment 85% positive of 133,079 Price $29.99 Online Co-OpDifficultMassively MultiplayerIndie
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TERA - Action MMORPG
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2017).
TERA is an epic fantasy MMORPG experience. Master the action-packed combat system and prove yourself in solo and multiplayer adventures – all in the stunningly beautiful world of Arborea!
TERA - Action MMORPG at a glance Released 2017 Studio Bluehole, Inc. Player sentiment 79% positive of 7,716 Price Not listed MMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGPvEPvPCharacter CustomizationOnline Co-Op
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NosTale - Anime MMORPG
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2017).
NosTale is a free-to-play anime action MMORPG which takes you on an exciting journey through a world full of mystery with your friends. More than 30 specialist classes and tons of loyal pets provide plenty of excitement and variety in PvP, PvE and raids
NosTale - Anime MMORPG at a glance Released 2017 Studio Entwell Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 70% positive of 3,632 Price Free MMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGCharacter CustomizationPvEPvPOnline Co-Op
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Last Oasis
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Massively Multiplayer, RPG and Indie; released around the same time (2020).
Nomadic Survival MMO. Build wooden walking machines to travel to new lands. Create clans and fight for territory. Resources deplete fast, so take your sword and scavenge, pirate, and trade to stay alive.
Last Oasis at a glance Released 2020 Studio Donkey Crew Player sentiment 62% positive of 24,212 Price $29.99 Massively MultiplayerRPGIndiePvPPvEMMORPGSwordplay
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Sea of Thieves
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Online Co-Op, PvP and PvE; released around the same time (2018).
Sea of Thieves is a smash-hit pirate adventure game, offering the quintessential pirate experience of plundering lost treasures, intense battles, vanquishing sea monsters and more. Dive in with this revised edition of the game, which includes access to digital bonus media.
Sea of Thieves at a glance Released 2018 Studio Rare Ltd. Player sentiment 89% positive of 372,556 Price $39.99 Online Co-OpPvPPvEMassively MultiplayerSwordplay
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Sea of Thieves: 2026 Edition
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Online Co-Op, PvP and PvE; released around the same time (2020).
Sea of Thieves is a smash-hit pirate adventure game, offering the quintessential pirate experience of plundering lost treasures, intense battles, vanquishing sea monsters and more. Dive in with this revised edition of the game, which includes access to digital bonus media.
Sea of Thieves: 2026 Edition at a glance Released 2020 Studio Rare Ltd Player sentiment 89% positive of 372,567 Price $39.99 Online Co-OpPvPPvEMassively MultiplayerSwordplay
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FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2014).
Join over 30 million adventurers worldwide and take part in an epic and ever-changing FINAL FANTASY. Experience an unforgettable story, exhilarating battles, and a myriad of captivating environments to explore.
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online at a glance Released 2014 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 87% positive of 85,571 Price $19.99 MMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationOnline Co-Op
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DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Souls-like, RPG and Difficult; released around the same time (2015).
DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin brings the franchise’s renowned obscurity & gripping gameplay to a new level. Join the dark journey and experience overwhelming enemy encounters, diabolical hazards, and unrelenting challenge.
DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin at a glance Released 2015 Studio FromSoftware, Inc. Player sentiment 84% positive of 131,673 Price $39.99 Souls-likeRPGDifficultCharacter CustomizationPvP
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Exanima
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Difficult and Indie; released around the same time (2015).
Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.
Exanima at a glance Released 2015 Studio Bare Mettle Entertainment Player sentiment 80% positive of 13,896 Price $14.99 RPGDifficultIndieSouls-likeCharacter Customization
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Black Desert
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and Character Customization; released around the same time (2014).
Played by over 20 million Adventurers - Black Desert Online is an open-world, action MMORPG. Experience intense, action-packed combat, battle massive world bosses, fight alongside friends to siege and conquer castles, and train in professions such as fishing, trading, crafting, cooking, and more!
Black Desert at a glance Released 2014 Studio Pearl Abyss Player sentiment 74% positive of 94,179 Price $9.99 MMORPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationRPGPvP
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NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Character Customization, Fighting and PvP.
Battle as a team of 4 to compete against other teams online! Graphically, SHINOBI STRIKER is also built from the ground up in a completely new graphic style. Lead your team and fight online to see who the best ninjas are!
NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER at a glance Released 2023 Studio Soleil Ltd. Player sentiment 84% positive of 56,567 Price $4.99 Character CustomizationFightingPvPRPGMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-OpMMORPG
Common questions
What game is most like Absolver?
Warspear Online, on the evidence we have. It both open world, atmospheric and difficult. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Absolver" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Absolver. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
What else did the makers of Absolver do?
Sifu is also from Sloclap, and appears in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.