Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT (2026)
Every game below overlaps with DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT 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: Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition, which both post-apocalyptic, open world, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric.
- DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT is tagged Story Rich, Open World, Walking Simulator, Atmospheric, Adventure, Great Soundtrack, Exploration, Post-apocalyptic 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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Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Exploration, Post-apocalyptic and Story Rich; 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 ExplorationPost-apocalypticStory RichThird PersonSci-fiGreat SoundtrackAction-AdventureStealth
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Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Post-apocalyptic and Sci-fi; 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 RichPost-apocalypticSci-fiThird PersonExplorationGreat SoundtrackStealth
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Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered
Why it matched: both open world, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Story Rich, Combat and Action-Adventure; released around the same time (2022).
In Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, the worlds of Peter Parker and Spider-Man collide in an original action-packed story. Play as an experienced Peter Parker, fighting big crime and iconic villains in Marvel’s New York. Web-swing through vibrant neighborhoods and defeat villains with epic takedowns.
Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered at a glance Released 2022 Studio Insomniac Games Player sentiment 96% positive of 142,256 Price $59.99 Story RichCombatAction-AdventureThird PersonExplorationStealthGreat SoundtrackSci-fi
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Metro Exodus
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, stealth, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Story Rich and Horror; released around the same time (2020).
Flee the shattered ruins of the Moscow Metro and embark on an epic, continent-spanning journey across the post-apocalyptic Russian wilderness. Explore vast, non-linear levels, lose yourself in an immersive, sandbox survival experience, and follow a thrilling story-line that spans an entire year in the greatest Metro adventure yet.
Metro Exodus at a glance Released 2020 Studio 4A Games Player sentiment 90% positive of 135,440 Price $29.99 Post-apocalypticStory RichHorrorStealthExplorationGreat Soundtrack
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Metro: Last Light
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Story Rich and Horror.
It is the year 2034. Beneath the ruins of post-apocalyptic Moscow, in the tunnels of the Metro, the remnants of mankind are besieged by deadly threats from outside – and within. Mutants stalk the catacombs beneath the desolate surface, and hunt amidst the poisoned skies above.
Metro: Last Light at a glance Released 2013 Studio 4A Games Player sentiment 91% positive of 81,499 Price $19.99 Post-apocalypticStory RichHorrorStealthSci-fi
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A Plague Tale: Innocence
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, horror, stealth, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Stealth and Third Person; released around the same time (2019).
Follow the grim tale of young Amicia and her little brother Hugo, in a heartrending journey through the darkest hours of history.
A Plague Tale: Innocence at a glance Released 2019 Studio Asobo Studio Player sentiment 93% positive of 71,473 Price $39.99 Story RichStealthThird PersonHorrorGreat SoundtrackPost-apocalypticWalking Simulator
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Prey
Why it matched: both open world, horror, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Sci-fi, Horror and Story Rich.
In Prey, you awaken aboard Talos I, a space station orbiting the moon in the year 2032. You are the key subject of an experiment meant to alter humanity forever – but things have gone terribly wrong. The space station has been overrun by hostile aliens and you are now being hunted.
Prey at a glance Released 2017 Studio Arkane Studios Player sentiment 91% positive of 54,539 Price $29.99 Sci-fiHorrorStory RichExplorationStealthGreat Soundtrack
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Fallout 3
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Exploration and Sci-fi.
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-apocalypticExplorationSci-fiThird PersonStory RichHorror
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Prototype
Why it matched: both open world, horror, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Third Person, Action-Adventure and Sci-fi.
You are the Prototype, Alex Mercer, a man without memory armed with amazing shape-shifting abilities, hunting your way to the heart of the conspiracy which created you; making those responsible pay. Fast & Deadly Shape-Shifting Combat: Reconfigure your body to the situation at hand.
Prototype at a glance Released 2009 Studio Radical Entertainment Player sentiment 80% positive of 14,163 Price $19.99 Third PersonAction-AdventureSci-fiStory RichStealthHorror
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Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales
Why it matched: both open world, stealth, science fiction and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Third Person, Combat and Story Rich; released around the same time (2022).
After the events of Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, teenage Miles Morales is adjusting to his new home while following in the footsteps of his mentor, Peter Parker, as a new Spider-Man. When a fierce power struggle threatens to destroy his home, Miles must take up the mantle of Spider-Man and own it
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales at a glance Released 2022 Studio Insomniac Games Player sentiment 93% positive of 56,181 Price $49.99 Third PersonCombatStory RichExplorationAction-AdventureStealthGreat SoundtrackSci-fi
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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Why it matched: both open world, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Stealth, Story Rich and Cinematic.
Ushering in a new era for the METAL GEAR franchise with cutting-edge technology powered by the Fox Engine, METAL GEAR SOLID V: The Phantom Pain, will provide players a first-rate gaming experience as they are offered tactical freedom to carry out open-world missions.
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain at a glance Released 2015 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 92% positive of 107,873 Price $19.99 StealthStory RichCinematicThird PersonGreat SoundtrackThird-Person ShooterSci-fi
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Exploration and Story Rich; released around the same time (2024).
Enter the Chornobyl Anomalous Zone — a vast open world where anomalies, mutants, and rivals stand in your way. Explore, scavenge, and try to survive in this brutal and dangerous land. Evolving with every update, now overhauled and crowned with UPDATE 2.0.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl at a glance Released 2024 Studio GSC Game World Player sentiment 80% positive of 138,669 Price $41.99 Post-apocalypticExplorationStory RichSci-fiCinematic
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Quantum Break
Why it matched: both open world, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Sci-fi and Cinematic.
From Remedy Entertainment, the masters of cinematic action games, comes Quantum Break, a time-amplified suspenseful blockbuster. The Quantum Break experience is part game, part live action show—where decisions in one dramatically affect the other.
Quantum Break at a glance Released 2016 Studio Remedy Entertainment Player sentiment 86% positive of 30,932 Price $39.99 Story RichSci-fiCinematicThird PersonThird-Person ShooterGreat SoundtrackStealth
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Fallout 4
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Exploration and Story Rich.
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-apocalypticExplorationStory RichSci-fiGreat SoundtrackThird PersonThird-Person Shooter
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Bendy and the Dark Revival
Why it matched: both horror, stealth, story-rich, atmospheric and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Horror, Story Rich and Stealth; released around the same time (2022).
Bendy and the Dark Revival® is a first-person survival horror game set in the creepiest cartoon studio to ever exist. Discover the truth. Escape the studio. Above all, fear the Ink Demon…and survive.
Bendy and the Dark Revival at a glance Released 2022 Studio Joey Drew Studios Player sentiment 92% positive of 16,194 Price $5.99 HorrorStory RichStealthAction-AdventureCombatGreat Soundtrack
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CONTROL Ultimate Edition
Why it matched: both open world, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Story Rich, Third Person and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2020).
Winner of over 80 awards, CONTROL is a visually stunning third-person action-adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
CONTROL Ultimate Edition at a glance Released 2020 Studio Remedy Entertainment Player sentiment 86% positive of 63,191 Price $3.99 Story RichThird PersonSci-fiHorrorThird-Person ShooterGreat Soundtrack
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Chernobylite Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, horror, stealth, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Horror and Exploration; released around the same time (2021).
Chernobylite is a science-fiction survival horror RPG. Set in the hyper-realistic, 3D-scanned wasteland of Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone, explore a non-linear storyline in your search to uncover the truth of your tortured past.
Chernobylite Complete Edition at a glance Released 2021 Studio The Farm 51 Player sentiment 82% positive of 15,553 Price $29.99 Post-apocalypticHorrorExplorationSci-fiStealthAction-Adventure
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Far Cry
Why it matched: both open world, horror, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Stealth, Story Rich and Sci-fi.
A tropical paradise seethes with hidden evil in Far Cry®, a cunningly detailed action shooter that pushes the boundaries of combat to shocking new levels. Freelance mariner Jack Carver is cursing the day he ever came to this island.
Far Cry at a glance Released 2004 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 82% positive of 11,764 Price $9.99 StealthStory RichSci-fiHorrorGreat Soundtrack
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Prototype 2
Why it matched: both open world, horror, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Third Person, Sci-fi and Story Rich.
Become the ultimate shape-shifting weapon!
Prototype 2 at a glance Released 2012 Studio Radical Entertainment Player sentiment 77% positive of 15,839 Price $39.99 Third PersonSci-fiStory RichHorrorStealth
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Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Action-Adventure and Third-Person Shooter; released around the same time (2021).
Fire up a wild ride across the cosmos with a fresh take on Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. In this action-adventure game, you are Star-Lord leading the unpredictable Guardians from one explosion of chaos to the next. You got this. Probably.
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy at a glance Released 2021 Studio Eidos-Montréal Player sentiment 94% positive of 45,101 Price $8.99 Story RichAction-AdventureThird-Person ShooterSci-fiExplorationCinematicGreat Soundtrack
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Days Gone
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Story Rich and Action-Adventure; released around the same time (2021).
Ride and fight into a deadly, post pandemic America. Play as Deacon St. John, a drifter and bounty hunter who rides the broken road, fighting to survive while searching for a reason to live in this open-world action-adventure game.
Days Gone at a glance Released 2021 Studio Bend Studio Player sentiment 93% positive of 116,763 Price $39.99 Post-apocalypticStory RichAction-AdventureThird PersonHorrorThird-Person ShooterCinematic
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The Last of Us Part I
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Post-apocalyptic and Action-Adventure; released around the same time (2023).
Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.
The Last of Us Part I at a glance Released 2023 Studio Naughty Dog LLC Player sentiment 84% positive of 108,422 Price $59.99 Story RichPost-apocalypticAction-AdventureHorrorThird-Person ShooterThird PersonCinematic
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The Evil Within 2
Why it matched: both open world, horror, stealth, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Horror, Story Rich and Third-Person Shooter.
Detective Sebastian Castellanos has lost everything, including his daughter, Lily. To save her, he must descend into the nightmarish world of STEM. Horrifying threats emerge from every corner, and he must rely on his wits to survive. For his one chance at redemption, the only way out is in.
The Evil Within 2 at a glance Released 2017 Studio Tango Gameworks Player sentiment 92% positive of 30,959 Price $39.99 HorrorStory RichThird-Person ShooterThird PersonStealthGreat Soundtrack
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Assassin's Creed II
Why it matched: both open world, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Stealth, Third Person and Story Rich.
An epic story of family, vengeance and conspiracy set in the pristine, yet brutal, backdrop of a Renaissance Italy. New low price!
Assassin's Creed II at a glance Released 2009 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 89% positive of 61,321 Price $19.99 StealthThird PersonStory RichGreat SoundtrackAction-AdventureSci-fi
Common questions
What game is most like DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT?
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition, on the evidence we have. It both post-apocalyptic, open world, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric. 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 DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT" 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 DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT. 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.