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24 games like Cars 2 (2026)

Recomputed 2 September 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

Every game below overlaps with Cars 2 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: Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition, which both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult.
  • Cars 2 is tagged Racing, Action, Family Friendly, Adventure, Story Rich, Difficult, Multiplayer, Funny 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.
  • 1 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
  • 1 are from the same studio: Hogwarts Legacy.

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

  1. 1

    Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 6 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Story Rich and Cute.

    “Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.

    Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition at a glance
    Released2016StudioMoon Studios GmbH
    Player sentiment95% positive of 71,430Price$19.99

    Great SoundtrackStory RichCuteDifficultFantasyFamily Friendly

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  2. 2

    Risen

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Story Rich; released around the same time (2009).

    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
    Released2009StudioPiranha Bytes
    Player sentiment89% positive of 10,815Price$14.99

    RPGFantasyStory RichGreat SoundtrackDifficult

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  3. 3

    Styx: Master of Shadows

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Fantasy and RPG; released around the same time (2014).

    Styx: Master of Shadows is an infiltration game with RPG elements taking place in a dark fantasy universe, where you sneak, steal and assassinate your way through as Styx, a Goblin two-centuries of age.

    Styx: Master of Shadows at a glance
    Released2014StudioCyanide Studio
    Player sentiment83% positive of 11,709Price$19.99

    Story RichFantasyRPGDifficultGreat Soundtrack

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  4. 4

    Hogwarts Legacy

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Avalanche Software; both open world, fantasy, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Fantasy, RPG and Story Rich.

    Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, open-world action RPG. Now you can take control of the action and be at the center of your own adventure in the wizarding world.

    Hogwarts Legacy at a glance
    Released2023StudioAvalanche Software
    Player sentiment90% positive of 371,874Price$5.99

    FantasyRPGStory RichGreat SoundtrackFamily Friendly

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  5. 5

    Divine Divinity

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Story Rich; released around the same time (2012).

    Divine Divinity is an epic role-playing game with hack-and-slash action, offering a huge world to explore and thousands of items to investigate, trade and use.

    Divine Divinity at a glance
    Released2012StudioLarian Studios
    Player sentiment88% positive of 4,038Price$5.99

    RPGFantasyStory RichGreat SoundtrackFunnyCult Classic

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  6. 6

    Ori and the Will of the Wisps

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Story Rich and Cute.

    Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

    Ori and the Will of the Wisps at a glance
    Released2020StudioMoon Studios
    Player sentiment97% positive of 146,084Price$29.99

    Great SoundtrackStory RichCuteDifficultFantasy

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  7. 7

    Dark Souls III

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Difficult, RPG and Story Rich.

    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
    Released2016StudioFromSoftware
    Player sentiment94% positive of 439,389Price$59.99

    DifficultRPGStory RichGreat SoundtrackPvP

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  8. 8

    DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Story Rich and Great Soundtrack.

    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
    Released2020StudioCyberConnect2 Co. Ltd.
    Player sentiment93% positive of 58,245Price$19.99

    RPGStory RichGreat SoundtrackFantasyDifficult

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  9. 9

    Gothic 1

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Story Rich.

    War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against this threat. Whoever breaks the law in these darkest of times is sentenced to serve in the giant penal colony of Khorinis, mining the so much needed...

    Gothic 1 at a glance
    Released2001StudioPiranha Bytes
    Player sentiment93% positive of 18,311Price$19.99

    RPGFantasyStory RichGreat SoundtrackDifficult

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  10. 10

    Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Great Soundtrack.

    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
    Released2016StudioCapcom
    Player sentiment88% positive of 49,002Price$29.99

    RPGFantasyGreat SoundtrackStory RichDifficult

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  11. 11

    Warspear Online

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and PvP.

    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
    Released2017StudioTitulum Enterprises Limited
    Player sentiment72% positive of 3,147PriceFree

    RPGFantasyPvPDifficultStory Rich

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  12. 12

    The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Story Rich; released around the same time (2011).

    A time of untold chaos has come. Mighty forces clash behind the scenes in a struggle for power and influence. The Northern Kingdoms mobilize for war. But armies on the march are not enough to stop a bloody conspiracy...

    The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings at a glance
    Released2011StudioCD Projekt RED
    Player sentiment90% positive of 90,312Price$19.99

    RPGFantasyStory RichDifficult

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  13. 13

    The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Story Rich; released around the same time (2012).

    A time of untold chaos has come. Mighty forces clash behind the scenes in a struggle for power and influence. The Northern Kingdoms mobilize for war. But armies on the march are not enough to stop a bloody conspiracy...

    The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition at a glance
    Released2012StudioCD PROJEKT RED
    Player sentiment90% positive of 90,315Price$19.99

    RPGFantasyStory RichDifficult

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  14. 14

    FINAL FANTASY IX

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Story Rich, Great Soundtrack and Fantasy.

    Selling over five million copies since its release in 2000, FINAL FANTASY IX proudly returns on Steam! Now you can relive the adventures of Zidane and his crew on PC !

    FINAL FANTASY IX at a glance
    Released2016StudioSquare Enix
    Player sentiment95% positive of 14,266Price$20.99

    Story RichGreat SoundtrackFantasyRPGFunnyCult Classic

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  15. 15

    The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos

    Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Funny and Difficult.

    Step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of the Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in an epic and challenging tactical RPG. Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises and silly encounters.

    The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos at a glance
    Released2020StudioArtefacts Studio
    Player sentiment87% positive of 8,064Price$5.24

    RPGFunnyDifficultFantasyStory RichGreat Soundtrack

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  16. 16

    The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Game of the Year Edition

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2009).

    The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition includes Morrowind plus all of the content from the Bloodmoon and Tribunal expansions. The original Mod Construction Set is not included in this package. An epic, open-ended single-player RPG, Morrowind allows you to create and play any kind of character imaginable.

    The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Game of the Year Edition at a glance
    Released2009StudioBethesda Game Studios
    Player sentiment95% positive of 28,571Price$14.99

    RPGFantasyGreat SoundtrackCult ClassicStory Rich

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  17. 17

    Dark Souls

    Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Difficult and Fantasy; released around the same time (2011).

    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 at a glance
    Released2011StudioFromSoftware
    Player sentiment92% positive of 154,662Price$39.99

    RPGDifficultFantasyGreat SoundtrackStory Rich

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  18. 18

    Hollow Knight

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Difficult and Story Rich.

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    Hollow Knight at a glance
    Released2017StudioTeam Cherry
    Player sentiment97% positive of 559,290Price$14.99

    Great SoundtrackDifficultStory RichCute

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  19. 19

    Fable

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Story Rich; released around the same time (2007).

    FOR EVERY CHOICE, A CONSEQUENCE.Fully re-mastered with HD visuals and audio, Fable Anniversary is a stunning rendition of the original game that will delight faithful fans and new players alike! The all new Heroic difficulty setting will test the mettle of even the most hardcore Fable fan.

    Fable at a glance
    Released2007StudioLionhead Studios
    Player sentiment86% positive of 16,533Price$10.49

    RPGFantasyStory RichGreat SoundtrackFunny

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  20. 20

    Fable Anniversary

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Story Rich; released around the same time (2014).

    FOR EVERY CHOICE, A CONSEQUENCE.Fully re-mastered with HD visuals and audio, Fable Anniversary is a stunning rendition of the original game that will delight faithful fans and new players alike! The all new Heroic difficulty setting will test the mettle of even the most hardcore Fable fan.

    Fable Anniversary at a glance
    Released2014StudioLionhead Studios
    Player sentiment86% positive of 16,542Price$10.49

    RPGFantasyStory RichGreat SoundtrackFunny

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  21. 21

    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Difficult, Story Rich and RPG.

    Game of the Year - The Game Awards 2019 Best Action Game of 2019 - IGN Carve your own clever path to vengeance in the award winning adventure from developer FromSoftware, creators of Bloodborne and the Dark Souls series. Take Revenge. Restore Your Honor. Kill Ingeniously.

    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice at a glance
    Released2019StudioFromSoftware
    Player sentiment95% positive of 354,843Price$59.99

    DifficultStory RichRPGGreat Soundtrack

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  22. 22

    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice - GOTY Edition

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Difficult, Story Rich and RPG.

    Game of the Year - The Game Awards 2019 Best Action Game of 2019 - IGN Carve your own clever path to vengeance in the award winning adventure from developer FromSoftware, creators of Bloodborne and the Dark Souls series. Take Revenge. Restore Your Honor. Kill Ingeniously.

    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice - GOTY Edition at a glance
    Released2019StudioFromSoftware, Inc.
    Player sentiment95% positive of 354,898Price$59.99

    DifficultStory RichRPGGreat Soundtrack

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  23. 23

    DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin

    Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Difficult and Fantasy; 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
    Released2015StudioFromSoftware, Inc.
    Player sentiment84% positive of 131,673Price$39.99

    RPGDifficultFantasyStory RichPvP

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  24. 24

    The Last Remnant

    Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2009).

    Mitra, yama, qsiti, sovani... These four races exist in one world. A world filled with Remnants — mysterious artifacts from an ancient era. Who created the Remnant? How long ago? And for what purpose? With these questions left unanswered, the Remnants became beneficial tools used for the good of civilization. The world was at peace...

    The Last Remnant at a glance
    Released2009StudioSquare Enix
    Player sentiment81% positive of 4,135PriceNot listed

    RPGFantasyGreat SoundtrackStory RichDifficult

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

Common questions

What game is most like Cars 2?

Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition, on the evidence we have. It both open world, 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 Cars 2" 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 Cars 2. 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 Cars 2 do?

Hogwarts Legacy is also from Avalanche Software, 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.

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