Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition 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: Deus Ex, which made by the same studio, Ion Storm.
- Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition is tagged Cyberpunk, RPG, Stealth, Classic, Immersive Sim, FPS, Sci-fi, Cult Classic 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.
- 3 are from the same studio: Deus Ex, Deus Ex: Invisible War, Thief: Deadly Shadows.
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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Deus Ex
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Ion Storm; both stealth, cyberpunk, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 17 player tags including Cyberpunk, RPG and Stealth.
The year is 2052. The world's economies are close to collapse and the gap between the insanely wealthy and the desperately poor grows ever wider. Worst of all, an ages old conspiracy bent on world domination has decided that the time is right to emerge from the shadows and take control.
Deus Ex at a glance Released 2000 Studio Ion Storm Player sentiment 95% positive of 15,619 Price $6.99 CyberpunkRPGStealthClassicImmersive SimFPSSci-fiCult Classic
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Deus Ex: Invisible War
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Ion Storm; both stealth, cyberpunk, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 13 player tags including Cyberpunk, FPS and RPG; released around the same time (2007).
Approximately 20 years after Deus Ex, the world is only beginning to recover from a catastrophic worldwide depression. In this techno-nightmare, take part in the dark struggle to raise the world from its own ashes.
Deus Ex: Invisible War at a glance Released 2007 Studio Ion Storm Player sentiment 57% positive of 2,498 Price $1.74 CyberpunkFPSRPGSci-fiStealthImmersive SimFirst-PersonDystopian
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Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
Why it matched: both stealth, cyberpunk, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 12 player tags including Cyberpunk, Stealth and RPG; published by the same company.
You play as Adam Jensen, an experienced covert operative operating in a world that despises his kind: augmented humans. Choose from an arsenal of state-of-the-art weapons and augmentations to build your playstyle, and decide who you'll trust, to unravel a vast worldwide conspiracy.
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided at a glance Released 2016 Studio Eidos Montreal Player sentiment 76% positive of 42,238 Price $29.99 CyberpunkStealthRPGSci-fiStory RichFirst-PersonImmersive SimFPS
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Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition
Why it matched: both stealth, cyberpunk, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including FPS, Sci-fi and Shooter; released around the same time (2011).
Aliens are decimating New York City, only you have the technology to survive. Be The Weapon.
Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition at a glance Released 2011 Studio Crytek Studios Player sentiment 85% positive of 13,866 Price $29.99 FPSSci-fiShooterStealthFirst-PersonGreat SoundtrackStory RichCyberpunk
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Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including RPG, Moddable and First-Person; released around the same time (2009).
Prepare for the Future™ With Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition, experience the most acclaimed game of 2008 like never before. Create a character of your choosing and descend into an awe-inspiring, post-apocalyptic world where every minute is a fight for survival.
Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition at a glance Released 2009 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 82% positive of 56,132 Price $19.99 RPGModdableFirst-PersonSci-fiFPSStory RichShooterAction RPG
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Cyberpunk 2077
Why it matched: both cyberpunk, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Cyberpunk, RPG and Sci-fi.
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world, action-adventure RPG set in the dark future of Night City — a dangerous megalopolis obsessed with power, glamor, and ceaseless body modification.
Cyberpunk 2077 at a glance Released 2020 Studio CD Projekt RED Player sentiment 87% positive of 976,377 Price $59.99 CyberpunkRPGSci-fiFPSStory RichFirst-PersonGreat SoundtrackAction RPG
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RoboCop: Rogue City
Why it matched: both cyberpunk, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including FPS, First-Person and Shooter.
Become the legendary part man, part machine, all cop hero and deliver justice in Old Detroit.
RoboCop: Rogue City at a glance Released 2023 Studio Teyon Player sentiment 87% positive of 36,962 Price $4.49 FPSFirst-PersonShooterStory RichCyberpunkSci-fiRPGDystopian
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Far Cry
Why it matched: both stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including FPS, Classic and Shooter; released around the same time (2004).
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 FPSClassicShooterFirst-PersonStealthStory RichSci-fiGreat Soundtrack
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BioShock Remastered
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including FPS, Story Rich and First-Person.
BioShock is a shooter unlike any other, loaded with unique weapons and tactics. Complete with an arsenal of revolvers, shotguns, and grenade launchers, players will be forced to genetically modify their DNA to become an even deadlier weapon.
BioShock Remastered at a glance Released 2016 Studio 2K Boston Player sentiment 83% positive of 64,900 Price $4.99 FPSStory RichFirst-PersonDystopian ShooterSci-fiClassicGreat Soundtrack
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Half-Life 2
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including FPS, Sci-fi and Classic; released around the same time (2004).
Reawakened from stasis in the occupied metropolis of City 17, Gordon Freeman is joined by Alyx Vance as he leads a desperate human resistance. Experience the landmark first-person shooter packed with immersive world-building, boundary-pushing physics, and exhilarating combat.
Half-Life 2 at a glance Released 2004 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 98% positive of 278,618 Price $9.99 FPSSci-fiClassicStory RichShooterFirst-PersonDystopian Great Soundtrack
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BioShock
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including FPS, Story Rich and First-Person; released around the same time (2007).
BioShock is a shooter unlike any you've ever played, loaded with weapons and tactics never seen. You'll have a complete arsenal at your disposal from simple revolvers to grenade launchers and chemical throwers, but you'll also be forced to genetically modify your DNA to create an even more deadly weapon: you.
BioShock at a glance Released 2007 Studio Irrational Games Player sentiment 94% positive of 32,145 Price $4.99 FPSStory RichFirst-PersonShooterSci-fiClassicRPGDystopian
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STAR WARS Jedi Knight II - Jedi Outcast
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Classic, Sci-fi and FPS; released around the same time (2009).
The Legacy of Star Wars Dark Forces™ and Star Wars® Jedi Knight lives on in the intense first-person action of Jedi Outcast.
STAR WARS Jedi Knight II - Jedi Outcast at a glance Released 2009 Studio Raven Software Player sentiment 91% positive of 4,951 Price $9.99 ClassicSci-fiFPSShooterStory RichFirst-PersonCult ClassicGreat Soundtrack
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BioShock 2
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including FPS, Story Rich and First-Person; released around the same time (2010).
Set approximately 10 years after the events of the original BioShock, the halls of Rapture once again echo with sins of the past. Along the Atlantic coastline, a monster has been snatching little girls and bringing them back to the undersea city of Rapture.
BioShock 2 at a glance Released 2010 Studio 2K Marin Player sentiment 89% positive of 14,964 Price $2.99 FPSStory RichFirst-PersonShooterSci-fiDystopian RPGGreat Soundtrack
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Wolfenstein: The New Order
Why it matched: both stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including FPS, Shooter and First-Person.
Wolfenstein®: The New Order reignites the series that created the first-person shooter genre. Wolfenstein offers a deep game narrative packed with action, adventure and first-person combat.
Wolfenstein: The New Order at a glance Released 2014 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 92% positive of 62,216 Price $19.99 FPSShooterFirst-PersonStory RichSci-fiStealthDystopian Great Soundtrack
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Thief: Deadly Shadows
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Ion Storm; both stealth, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Stealth, First-Person and Classic; released around the same time (2007).
You are Garrett, the master thief. Rarely seen and never caught, Garrett is the best that ever was. Able to sneak past any guard, pick any lock, and break into the most ingeniously secured residences. Garrett steals from the wealthy and gives to himself, making his living in the dark and foreboding City.
Thief: Deadly Shadows at a glance Released 2007 Studio Ion Storm Player sentiment 81% positive of 2,604 Price $1.79 StealthFirst-PersonClassicStory RichImmersive SimFPSRPG
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Prey
Why it matched: both stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Sci-fi, Immersive Sim and FPS.
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-fiImmersive SimFPSFirst-PersonStory RichStealthRPGGreat Soundtrack
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Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus
Why it matched: both stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including FPS, First-Person and Shooter.
America, 1961. The assassination of Nazi General Deathshead was a short-lived victory. The Nazis maintain their stranglehold on the world. You are BJ Blazkowicz, aka “Terror-Billy,” member of the Resistance, scourge of the Nazi empire, and humanity’s last hope for liberty.
Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus at a glance Released 2017 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 81% positive of 49,468 Price $39.99 FPSFirst-PersonShooterStory RichSci-fiStealthDystopian Great Soundtrack
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Wolfenstein: Youngblood
Why it matched: both cyberpunk, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including FPS, Shooter and First-Person.
Wolfenstein: Youngblood is the first modern co-op Wolfenstein adventure. Team up with a friend or play solo as one of BJ Blazkowicz’s twin daughters and wield a powerful arsenal of new weapons, gadgets, and abilities to liberate Paris from the Nazis.
Wolfenstein: Youngblood at a glance Released 2019 Studio MachineGames Player sentiment 43% positive of 15,906 Price $19.99 FPSShooterFirst-PersonSci-fiCyberpunkStory RichGreat SoundtrackRPG
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Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Classic, Sci-fi and FPS.
The Legacy of Star Wars Dark Forces™ and Star Wars® Jedi Knight lives on in the intense first-person action of Jedi Outcast.
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast at a glance Released 2002 Studio Raven Software Player sentiment 91% positive of 4,951 Price $9.99 ClassicSci-fiFPSShooterStory RichFirst-PersonCult ClassicGreat Soundtrack
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BioShock 2 Remastered
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including FPS, Story Rich and First-Person.
In BioShock 2, you step into the boots of the most iconic denizen of Rapture, the Big Daddy, as you explore through the decrepit and beautiful fallen city, chasing an unseen foe in search of answers and your own survival.
BioShock 2 Remastered at a glance Released 2016 Studio 2K Marin Player sentiment 72% positive of 30,149 Price $2.99 FPSStory RichFirst-PersonShooterDystopian Sci-fiRPGGreat Soundtrack
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Fallout: New Vegas
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Moddable and Story Rich; released around the same time (2010).
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 RPGModdableStory RichFirst-PersonFPSSci-fiAction RPGShooter
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Fallout 3
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including RPG, First-Person and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2008).
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 RPGFirst-PersonSci-fiModdableFPSShooterStory RichAction RPG
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Far Cry 3 - Blood Dragon
Why it matched: both stealth, cyberpunk, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including FPS, Great Soundtrack and Cyberpunk.
Far Cry® 3: Blood Dragon is THE Kick-Ass Cyber Shooter.Welcome to an 80’s vision of the future. The year is 2007 and you are Sargent Rex Colt, a Mark IV Cyber Commando. Your mission: get the girl, kill the baddies, and save the world.
Far Cry 3 - Blood Dragon at a glance Released 2013 Studio Ubisoft Montreal Player sentiment 87% positive of 19,720 Price $14.99 FPSGreat SoundtrackCyberpunkShooterSci-fiStealthFirst-Person
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Binary Domain
Why it matched: both cyberpunk, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Sci-fi, Cyberpunk and Story Rich.
Set in futuristic Tokyo, take control of the robotic community before they control everything!
Binary Domain at a glance Released 2012 Studio Devil's Details Player sentiment 86% positive of 8,298 Price $14.99 Sci-fiCyberpunkStory RichShooterDystopian Great SoundtrackRPG
Common questions
What game is most like Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition?
Deus Ex, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Ion Storm. 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 Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition" 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 Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition. 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 Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition do?
Deus Ex, Deus Ex: Invisible War, Thief: Deadly Shadows are also from Ion Storm, and appear 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.