Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Biomutant (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Biomutant 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: ELEX, which both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult.
- Biomutant is tagged Open World, Action, Singleplayer, RPG, Adventure, Character Customization, Post-apocalyptic, Third Person 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.
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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ELEX
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Post-apocalyptic and Sci-fi; published by the same company; released around the same time (2017).
ELEX is a handcrafted action role-playing experience from the award-winning creators of the Gothic series, set in a brand new post-apocalyptic Science Fantasy universe that puts players into a huge seamless game world full of original characters, mutated creatures, deep moral choices and powerful action.
ELEX at a glance Released 2017 Studio Piranha Bytes Player sentiment 74% positive of 19,605 Price $29.99 RPGPost-apocalypticSci-fiFantasyThird PersonStory Rich
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Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Souls-like, Third Person and Story Rich; 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-likeThird PersonStory RichExplorationSci-fiRPGFantasyHack and Slash
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Darksiders III
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Hack and Slash, Souls-like and RPG; published by the same company; released around the same time (2018).
Return to an apocalyptic Earth in Darksiders III, a hack-n-slash Action Adventure where players assume the role of FURY in her quest to hunt down and dispose of the Seven Deadly Sins. The most enigmatic of the Four Horsemen, FURY must bring balance to the forces that now ravage Earth.
Darksiders III at a glance Released 2018 Studio Gunfire Games Player sentiment 76% positive of 17,431 Price $39.99 Hack and SlashSouls-likeRPGThird PersonStory RichPost-apocalypticFantasy
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Hyper Light Drifter
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, science fiction, fantasy, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including Indie, Hack and Slash and Exploration.
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Hyper Light Drifter at a glance Released 2016 Studio Heart Machine Player sentiment 93% positive of 19,135 Price $19.99 IndieHack and SlashExplorationRPGPost-apocalypticAction RPGSouls-likeFantasy
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Fallout: New Vegas
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Post-apocalyptic and Story Rich.
Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas. Enjoy your stay!
Fallout: New Vegas at a glance Released 2010 Studio Obsidian Entertainment Player sentiment 96% positive of 261,194 Price $9.99 RPGPost-apocalypticStory RichExplorationSci-fiAction RPGCharacter CustomizationThird Person
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Risen
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Third Person; published by the same company.
Delve into a gritty, raw and atmospheric fantasy world in which every action has a consequence. In the epic world of Risen, filled with mysterious earthquakes, fearsome monsters and unimaginable treasures, forge your path with the sword, learn the art of staff fighting or become a powerful mage.
Risen at a glance Released 2009 Studio Piranha Bytes Player sentiment 89% positive of 10,815 Price $14.99 RPGFantasyThird PersonExplorationAction RPGStory RichCharacter Customization
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Xuan-Yuan Sword VII
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Martial Arts and Story Rich; released around the same time (2020).
Xuan-Yuan Sword VII is an ARPG rooted in Chinese history and mythology. Players take on the role of Taishi Zhao, a calm and reliable swordsman who was accidentally involved in a tragic fate. To protect his beloved family, he starts a journey in this chaotic realm to find the truth.
Xuan-Yuan Sword VII at a glance Released 2020 Studio SOFTSTAR Player sentiment 63% positive of 9,575 Price $34.99 RPGMartial ArtsStory RichAction RPGThird PersonHack and SlashFantasySouls-like
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Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Fantasy.
Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen at a glance Released 2016 Studio Capcom Player sentiment 88% positive of 49,002 Price $29.99 RPGCharacter CustomizationFantasyAction RPGThird PersonExplorationStory RichHack and Slash
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Darksiders Warmastered Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, fantasy, story-rich and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Hack and Slash, Third Person and RPG; published by the same company.
Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell.
Darksiders Warmastered Edition at a glance Released 2016 Studio KAIKO Player sentiment 88% positive of 18,857 Price $19.99 Hack and SlashThird PersonRPGFantasyPost-apocalypticStory RichAction RPG
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Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Action RPG; published by the same company; released around the same time (2020).
The hit RPG returns! Remastered with stunning visuals and refined gameplay Re-Reckoning delivers intense, customizable RPG combat inside a sprawling game world.
Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning at a glance Released 2020 Studio KAIKO Player sentiment 77% positive of 8,147 Price $39.99 RPGFantasyAction RPGCharacter CustomizationHack and SlashThird PersonStory RichExploration
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Fallout 4
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Exploration and RPG.
From Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Starfield and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, comes Fallout 4. A landmark in open-world RPG design and winner of over 200 ‘Best Of’ honors, including the DICE and BAFTA Game of the Year.
Fallout 4 at a glance Released 2015 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 428,604 Price $19.99 Post-apocalypticExplorationRPGStory RichSci-fiAction RPGThird PersonCharacter Customization
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Fallout 3
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, RPG and Exploration.
Vault-Tec engineers have worked around the clock on an interactive reproduction of Wasteland life for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own vault. Included is an expansive world, unique combat, shockingly realistic visuals, tons of player choice, and an incredible cast of dynamic characters.
Fallout 3 at a glance Released 2008 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 22,174 Price $9.99 Post-apocalypticRPGExplorationSci-fiCharacter CustomizationThird PersonStory RichAction RPG
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LIZARDS MUST DIE
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction, fantasy, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Souls-like, Hack and Slash and Third Person; released around the same time (2023).
The great exploits of the Ancient Rus in the war with the lizards. Immerse yourself in the world of Hyperborea and defeat hordes of Lizards and other unholy who encroached on holy places Ancestors. Choose a blessed hero and go save the world from the green plague.
LIZARDS MUST DIE at a glance Released 2023 Studio Smola Game Studio Player sentiment 96% positive of 26,441 Price $3.99 Souls-likeHack and SlashThird PersonAction RPGFantasyRPGSci-fi
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Death Trash
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Exploration and Story Rich; 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 Post-apocalypticExplorationStory RichAction RPGRPGCharacter CustomizationSouls-like
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Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, RPG and Post-apocalyptic; released around the same time (2020).
Experience Aloy’s legendary quest to unravel the mysteries of a future Earth ruled by Machines. Use devastating tactical attacks against your prey and explore a majestic open world in this award-winning action RPG!
Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition at a glance Released 2020 Studio Guerrilla Player sentiment 88% positive of 128,210 Price Not listed Story RichRPGPost-apocalypticSci-fiThird PersonExplorationAction RPG
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Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Exploration, RPG and Post-apocalyptic; released around the same time (2024).
Experience the epic Horizon Forbidden West™ in its entirety with bonus content and the Burning Shores expansion included. The Burning Shores add-on contains additional content for Aloy’s adventure, including new storylines, characters, and experiences in a stunning yet hazardous new area.
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition at a glance Released 2024 Studio Guerrilla Player sentiment 88% positive of 30,267 Price $59.99 ExplorationRPGPost-apocalypticStory RichThird PersonSci-fiAction RPG
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NieR: Automata
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Hack and Slash and RPG; released around the same time (2017).
NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.
NieR: Automata at a glance Released 2017 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 87% positive of 153,070 Price $39.99 Story RichHack and SlashRPGPost-apocalypticSci-fi
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Dark Souls III
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Souls-like, RPG and Third Person.
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-likeRPGThird PersonExplorationStory RichAction RPGCharacter Customization
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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Souls-like, Third Person and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2023).
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-likeThird PersonSci-fiStory RichExplorationCharacter CustomizationRPG
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, fantasy, story-rich and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Story Rich, Fantasy and RPG; released around the same time (2025).
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 at a glance Released 2025 Studio Sandfall Interactive Player sentiment 95% positive of 277,064 Price $47.99 Story RichFantasyRPGExplorationAction RPGSouls-likeCharacter CustomizationPost-apocalyptic
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DARK SOULS: REMASTERED
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Souls-like, RPG and Fantasy; released around the same time (2018).
Then, there was fire. Re-experience the critically acclaimed, genre-defining game that started it all. Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning high-definition detail running at 60fps.
DARK SOULS: REMASTERED at a glance Released 2018 Studio QLOC Player sentiment 92% positive of 154,698 Price $39.99 Souls-likeRPGFantasyAction RPGExplorationStory RichThird PersonCharacter Customization
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Monster Hunter: World
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Third Person; 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 CustomizationThird PersonFantasyAction RPGExplorationHack and SlashSouls-like
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NieR:Automata
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Hack and Slash and RPG; released around the same time (2017).
NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.
NieR:Automata at a glance Released 2017 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 87% positive of 153,100 Price $39.99 Story RichHack and SlashRPGPost-apocalypticSci-fi
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Gujian3(古剑奇谭三)
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and difficult; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Story Rich and Martial Arts; released around the same time (2018).
Gujian 3 is a mass 3D single-person RPG developed by Aurogon Info & Tech (Shanghai), a subsidiary of Wangyuan Shengtang. As the latest hit of the Gujian series, it boasts more free and smooth combat experience with its full real-time combat system. This generation expands the world of Gujian based on previous works.
Gujian3(古剑奇谭三) at a glance Released 2018 Studio 上海烛龙信息科技有限公司 Player sentiment 86% positive of 48,972 Price $29.99 RPGStory RichMartial ArtsAction RPGFantasyThird PersonHack and SlashSouls-like
Common questions
What game is most like Biomutant?
ELEX, on the evidence we have. It both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, fantasy, story-rich, 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 Biomutant" 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 Biomutant. 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.
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.