Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like DC Universe Online (2026)
Every game below overlaps with DC Universe Online 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: Champions Online, which both open world.
- DC Universe Online is tagged Free to Play, Superhero, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Character Customization, Action, Comic Book, RPG 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.
- 15 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
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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Champions Online
Why it matched: both open world; shares 11 player tags including MMORPG, Superhero and Character Customization; released around the same time (2011).
Grab your cape and defend Millennium City in this comic book-style action MMORPG! Design your hero and costume from thousands of costume pieces, face super-villains like Dr. Destroyer, and create your own unique nemesis.
Champions Online at a glance Released 2011 Studio Cryptic Studios Player sentiment 71% positive of 4,378 Price Free MMORPGSuperheroCharacter CustomizationFree to PlayMassively MultiplayerComic BookThird PersonCombat
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The Lord of the Rings Online
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2012).
Join the world’s greatest fellowship of players in the award-winning online re-creation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary Middle-earth.
The Lord of the Rings Online at a glance Released 2012 Studio Standing Stone Games Player sentiment 81% positive of 23,171 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGCharacter CustomizationExplorationOnline Co-OpThird Person
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Guild Wars 2
Why it matched: shares 10 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Character Customization; released around the same time (2012).
Guild Wars 2 is an award-winning online roleplaying game with fast-paced action combat, deep character customization, and no subscription fee required. Choose from an arsenal of professions and weapons, explore a vast open world, compete in PVP modes and more. Join over 16 million players now!
Guild Wars 2 at a glance Released 2012 Studio ArenaNet Player sentiment 88% positive of 29,449 Price Free MMORPGRPGCharacter CustomizationFree to PlayThird PersonMassively MultiplayerPvPCombat
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Star Trek Online
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and MMORPG; released around the same time (2012).
In Star Trek Online, the Star Trek universe appears for the first time on a truly massive scale. Players take the captain's chair as they command their own starship and crew. Explore strange new worlds, seek out new life and new civilizations, and boldly go where no one has gone before.
Star Trek Online at a glance Released 2012 Studio Cryptic Studios Player sentiment 79% positive of 21,274 Price Free Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerMMORPGRPGCharacter CustomizationThird PersonOnline Co-OpPvP
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EverQuest II
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; published by the same company; released around the same time (2011).
EverQuest® II is a deep fantasy MMORPG with over two decades of content, a thriving world, and ongoing expansions that keep Norrath growing. Create your hero and adventure through a massively rich, ever-evolving universe.
EverQuest II at a glance Released 2011 Studio Darkpaw Games Player sentiment 79% positive of 2,934 Price Free Free to PlayRPGMassively MultiplayerMMORPGExplorationCharacter CustomizationThird Person
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RIFT
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and RPG; released around the same time (2011).
Dive into a world of epic adventure! Create your perfect hero thanks to a uniquely customizable class system. Collect, craft, and customize your gear. Go it alone or group up to challenge dungeons, raids, dynamic open-world content, and your fellow players.
RIFT at a glance Released 2011 Studio gamigo US Inc. Player sentiment 74% positive of 11,635 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationPvPOnline Co-OpThird Person
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NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 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 CustomizationFightingPvPRPGThird PersonMassively MultiplayerControllerOnline Co-Op
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Star Wars: The Old Republic
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Character Customization; released around the same time (2011).
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
Star Wars: The Old Republic at a glance Released 2011 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 90% positive of 75,206 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGCharacter CustomizationRPGMassively MultiplayerThird PersonPvPController
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DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Fighting, Character Customization and Massively Multiplayer.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 builds upon the highly popular DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE with enhanced graphics that will further immerse players into the largest and most detailed Dragon Ball world ever developed.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 at a glance Released 2016 Studio QLOC Player sentiment 90% positive of 59,432 Price $19.99 FightingCharacter CustomizationMassively MultiplayerRPGOnline Co-OpThird PersonMMORPGBeat 'em up
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Old School RuneScape
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including MMORPG, Free to Play and Massively Multiplayer.
The best retro fantasy MMORPG on the planet. Old School is RuneScape but… older! This is the open world you know and love, but as it was in 2007. Saying that, it’s even better than that – Old School is shaped by you, its players, with regular new content, fixes and expansions voted for by the fans!
Old School RuneScape at a glance Released 2021 Studio Jagex Ltd Player sentiment 83% positive of 20,728 Price Free MMORPGFree to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGCharacter CustomizationThird PersonPvPExploration
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TERA - Action MMORPG
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and Free to Play.
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 MultiplayerFree to PlayRPGPvPCharacter CustomizationOnline Co-OpThird Person
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Kritika:REBOOT
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG.
Kritika:REBOOT is a hyper-stylized, anime brawler game featuring over-the-top action with giant blades, superguns, and dazzling acrobatics. Fight with friends or rampage solo through hordes of enemies and super-sized bosses in an epic fantasy world.
Kritika:REBOOT at a glance Released 2019 Studio ALLM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 76% positive of 4,512 Price Not listed Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGMMORPGCharacter CustomizationBeat 'em upControllerPvP
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Bless Unleashed
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including RPG, MMORPG and Free to Play.
Bless Unleashed is an open-world online game that can be enjoyed with your friends and countless others. Venture out to engage in intense combat while exploring vast regions and treacherous dungeons.
Bless Unleashed at a glance Released 2021 Studio VALOFE Player sentiment 53% positive of 31,102 Price Free RPGMMORPGFree to PlayMassively MultiplayerThird PersonPvPCharacter CustomizationController
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FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 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 CustomizationThird PersonOnline Co-OpExploration
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Neverwinter
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and RPG; 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 Free to PlayMMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationPvPThird Person
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Dungeons & Dragons Online
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and MMORPG; released around the same time (2012).
Enter a world of danger and adventure with Dungeons & Dragons Online® based on the beloved RPG that started it all.
Dungeons & Dragons Online at a glance Released 2012 Studio Standing Stone Games Player sentiment 71% positive of 7,931 Price Free Free to PlayRPGMMORPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationThird PersonOnline Co-Op
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Vindictus
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and MMORPG; released around the same time (2012).
Vindictus is an Action RPG that delivers the highest level of combat mechanics and high-quality visuals. Featuring a fully interactive environment, dungeon objects and monsters become part of your arsenal. Experience unique, creative action gameplay that sets a new standard for online RPGs.
Vindictus at a glance Released 2012 Studio NEXON Player sentiment 67% positive of 7,997 Price Free Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerMMORPGRPGCharacter CustomizationThird PersonPvP
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ArcheAge
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Massively Multiplayer, Free to Play and MMORPG; released around the same time (2015).
Play ArcheAge - A vast open-world sandbox MMORPG with everything you can possibly imagine.
ArcheAge at a glance Released 2015 Studio XLGAMES Player sentiment 52% positive of 7,338 Price Not listed Massively MultiplayerFree to PlayMMORPGRPGPvPExplorationThird Person
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Batman: Arkham Origins
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Superhero, Third Person and Fighting; released around the same time (2013).
As of December 4, 2016, the online services portion of Batman: Arkham Origins has been retired. We thank those that have joined us to battle. The Single player campaign may still be played and enjoyed offline. For any questions relating to Batman: Arkham Origins, please contact WB Games customer service.
Batman: Arkham Origins at a glance Released 2013 Studio Warner Bros. Games Player sentiment 90% positive of 65,305 Price $19.99 SuperheroThird PersonFightingBeat 'em upComic BookControllerRPG
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Gotham City Impostors Free to Play
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Superhero and Character Customization; released around the same time (2012).
Gotham City Impostors is now Free to Play! Join the Batman "helpers" or junior Jokerz in the streets of Gotham full of bullets, bodies, and bear traps.
Gotham City Impostors Free to Play at a glance Released 2012 Studio Monolith Productions, Inc. Player sentiment 86% positive of 12,071 Price Not listed Free to PlaySuperheroCharacter CustomizationComic BookMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-OpFighting
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Elsword
Why it matched: shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and MMORPG; released around the same time (2014).
Elsword is a free-to-play, online action RPG that uses classic side-scrolling game mechanics in an immersive manga inspired world.
Elsword at a glance Released 2014 Studio KOG Player sentiment 73% positive of 9,721 Price Free Free to PlayRPGMMORPGMassively MultiplayerFightingPvPOnline Co-OpBeat 'em up
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RuneScape
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer.
RuneScape is a high fantasy open world MMORPG. Explore an ever changing and evolving living world where new challenges, skills, and quests await. Featuring unprecedented player freedom, you choose how to play, adventure, and grow.
RuneScape at a glance Released 2020 Studio Jagex Ltd Player sentiment 82% positive of 27,182 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGCharacter CustomizationPvPExploration
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SoulWorker - Anime Action MMO
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer.
SoulWorker, free-2-play anime action MMO, combines pacy combos with a real anime feel. You’ll need excellent reactions and precise timing to take it to the merciless creatures in this post-apocalyptic world.
SoulWorker - Anime Action MMO at a glance Released 2018 Studio Lion Games Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 79% positive of 13,650 Price Not listed Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGCharacter CustomizationOnline Co-OpController
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EVE Online
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG.
Over 20 years of legendary space battles! Explore a massive living universe of danger and opportunity in a challenging and highly rewarding space adventure. Fight, trade, build, and connect with a universe driven and shaped directly by players.
EVE Online at a glance Released 2003 Studio Simon & Schuster Player sentiment 73% positive of 39,389 Price Free Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGPvPCharacter CustomizationMMORPGExploration
Common questions
What game is most like DC Universe Online?
Champions Online, on the evidence we have. It both open world. 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 DC Universe Online" 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 DC Universe Online. 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.