Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Eternal Return (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Eternal Return 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: Immortal Soul: Black Survival, which made by the same studio, Nimble Neuron.
- Eternal Return is tagged Free to Play, Anime, Sexual Content, Multiplayer, MOBA, Survival, PvP, Combat 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.
- 13 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 1 are from the same studio: Immortal Soul: Black Survival.
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
Immortal Soul: Black Survival
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Nimble Neuron; both survival and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Strategy; released around the same time (2019).
Black Survival is a Real-Time Survival Game, where you must survive by any means out of 10 competitors in a deserted island. Make split-second decisions with a single click! Immerse yourself in the fierce battle for survival; you do not have a second to spare! Search, Craft, Attack, and Run!
Immortal Soul: Black Survival at a glance Released 2019 Studio Nimble Neuron Player sentiment 82% positive of 5,431 Price Not listed Free to PlaySurvivalStrategyAnimeIndiePvPCraftingSexual Content
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Knight Online
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and PvP.
The Great Battle between Karus and El Morad has arrived to Steam! Pledge allegiance to one of the Nations and put your skills to the test in one of the best PvP system in the MMORPG universe!
Knight Online at a glance Released 2016 Studio Noah System Player sentiment 51% positive of 11,259 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGPvPStrategySurvivalCharacter CustomizationAnimeMOBA
- 3
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 7 player tags including PvP, Combat and Survival; released around the same time (2022).
Bloodhunt is a thrilling free-to-play battle royale game set in Prague consumed by a ruthless war between vampire factions. Use your supernatural powers, weapons, and wit to hunt your rivals and dominate the night!
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt at a glance Released 2022 Studio Sharkmob AB Player sentiment 77% positive of 59,413 Price Not listed PvPCombatSurvivalFree to Play3DCharacter CustomizationTactical
- 4
Thunder Tier One
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Tactical and Top-Down; published by the same company; released around the same time (2021).
Thunder Tier One is a realistic top-down shooter where you join an elite special operations team tasked with stopping a dangerous terrorist organization wreaking havoc across the fictional Eastern European country of Salobia.
Thunder Tier One at a glance Released 2021 Studio KRAFTON, Inc. Player sentiment 69% positive of 5,723 Price Free Free to PlayTacticalTop-DownCombatPvPCharacter CustomizationReal Time Tactics
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Desperados III
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Real Time Tactics, Strategy and Tactical; released around the same time (2020).
Desperados III is a story-driven, hardcore tactical stealth game, set in a ruthless Wild West scenario. Play smart if you want to succeed. A good plan can make the difference between survival and finding yourself at the business end of a pistol.
Desperados III at a glance Released 2020 Studio Mimimi Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 16,591 Price $39.99 Real Time TacticsStrategyTacticalTop-DownIndieSurvival
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Guild Wars 2
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 8 player tags including MMORPG, Character Customization and Free to Play.
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 MMORPGCharacter CustomizationFree to Play3DPvPCombatStrategyCrafting
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Ring of Elysium
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and PvP; released around the same time (2019).
Escape an astonishing disaster in Ring of Elysium, a battle royale shooter developed by Aurora Studio.
Ring of Elysium at a glance Released 2019 Studio Aurora Studio Player sentiment 75% positive of 99,011 Price Not listed Free to PlaySurvivalPvPTactical3DMOBA
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Ultimate Custom Night
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Survival.
Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!
Ultimate Custom Night at a glance Released 2018 Studio Scott Cawthon Player sentiment 95% positive of 62,777 Price Free Free to PlayStrategySurvivalIndiePoint & ClickCharacter Customization
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Angel Legion
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 7 player tags including Sexual Content, Free to Play and 3D; released around the same time (2020).
Idle or play whenever and wherever you want. Customize the looking of your favorite Angels. Automatically accumulate resources all the time.
Angel Legion at a glance Released 2020 Studio Shanghai SilverMoon Network Technology Co.Ltd Player sentiment 81% positive of 10,987 Price Free Sexual ContentFree to Play3DAnimeCharacter CustomizationStrategyMMORPG
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Atlas Reactor
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and PvP.
SEASON 6 NOW LIVE! The battle for Atlas continues as a hot (some might even say fiery) new freelancer enters the scene.
Atlas Reactor at a glance Released 2016 Studio Trion Worlds Player sentiment 84% positive of 5,291 Price Not listed Free to PlayStrategyPvPTacticalMOBASurvival
- 11
Predecessor
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 7 player tags including MOBA, Free to Play and Strategy; released around the same time (2024).
The tactical depth and iconic heroes of a hardcore MOBA meets the explosive verticality of a 5v5 3D shooter.
Predecessor at a glance Released 2024 Studio Omeda Studios Player sentiment 71% positive of 17,619 Price Free MOBAFree to PlayStrategyPvP3DTacticalCombat
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Art of War: Red Tides
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and MOBA.
Art of War: Red Tides is a fair multiplayer strategy game that allows different teams on the same platform (e.g. smartphones, PC, etc.) to battle against each other. You will encounter players around the world!
Art of War: Red Tides at a glance Released 2016 Studio Game Science Player sentiment 79% positive of 6,954 Price Free Free to PlayStrategyMOBAIndiePvPSurvival
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Albion Online
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Crafting.
Albion Online is a fantasy sandbox MMORPG featuring a player-driven economy, classless combat system, and intense PvP battles. Explore a vast open world full of danger and opportunity. Grow your wealth, forge alliances, and leave your mark on the world of Albion.
Albion Online at a glance Released 2018 Studio Sandbox Interactive GmbH Player sentiment 78% positive of 93,490 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGCraftingSurvivalPvPStrategy
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ARK: Survival Of The Fittest
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and PvP.
ARK: The Survival of the Fittest is a prototype spin-off of ARK: Survival Evolved, pitting up to 60 combatants against each other in a fast-paced, action-packed struggle for survival, where players are ultimately pushed into an epic final showdown leading their Dinosaur Armies into battle.
ARK: Survival Of The Fittest at a glance Released 2017 Studio Studio Wildcard Player sentiment 66% positive of 11,804 Price Not listed Free to PlaySurvivalPvPCraftingStrategyIndie
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The Culling
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Survival, Crafting and PvP.
Battle Royale is back! In a remote island paradise, 16 contestants have 25 minutes to explore, scavenge items, craft weapons, build traps, hunt and kill each other. Only one will be crowned the winner, do you have the guts to survive?
The Culling at a glance Released 2017 Studio Xaviant Player sentiment 57% positive of 17,224 Price Not listed SurvivalCraftingPvPIndieFree to PlayStrategy
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Going Medieval
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Strategy, Survival and 3D; released around the same time (2026).
Build and manage your own castle settlement in a land reclaimed by wilderness. With detailed management, survival strategy, and a moddable sandbox world, Going Medieval challenges you to build the mightiest colony this side of the apocalypse.
Going Medieval at a glance Released 2026 Studio Foxy Voxel Player sentiment 89% positive of 21,362 Price $22.49 StrategySurvival3DCraftingIndie
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War Selection
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Strategy, Free to Play and PvP; released around the same time (2019).
War Selection is a compelling RTS game featuring base building, resource extraction and warfare. Evolve from a stone age tribe to a distinct industrial nation with unique game mechanics and battle for supremacy with dozens of players on a unique procedurally generated map.
War Selection at a glance Released 2019 Studio Glyph Worlds Player sentiment 85% positive of 23,534 Price Free StrategyFree to PlayPvPSurvivalIndie
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Darwin Project
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Survival, PvP and Indie; released around the same time (2020).
In Darwin Project, ten inmates must survive the elements, track each other, fight, craft tools, and use their social skills to be the last one standing. It's a unique take on battle royale with a Show Director to influence the match and Spectator Interactions to create a one-of-a-kind game show.
Darwin Project at a glance Released 2020 Studio Scavengers Studio Player sentiment 82% positive of 18,460 Price Free SurvivalPvPIndieCraftingStrategy
- 19
Apex Legends
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, PvP and Tactical; released around the same time (2019).
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends at a glance Released 2019 Studio Iron Galaxy Studios Player sentiment 68% positive of 1,066,464 Price Free Free to PlayPvPTacticalSurvivalCharacter Customization
- 20
Heavy Metal Machines
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, MOBA and e-sports.
Heavy Metal Machines is a one of a kind Free-to-Play Multiplayer Vehicular Combat game where players engage in 4v4 intense battles, controlling lethal vehicles in post-apocalyptic arenas.
Heavy Metal Machines at a glance Released 2018 Studio Hoplon Player sentiment 75% positive of 3,953 Price Not listed Free to PlayMOBAe-sportsIndiePvP3DStrategy
- 21
Black Desert
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 7 player tags including MMORPG, Character Customization and 3D.
Played by over 20 million Adventurers - Black Desert Online is an open-world, action MMORPG. Experience intense, action-packed combat, battle massive world bosses, fight alongside friends to siege and conquer castles, and train in professions such as fishing, trading, crafting, cooking, and more!
Black Desert at a glance Released 2014 Studio Pearl Abyss Player sentiment 74% positive of 94,179 Price $9.99 MMORPGCharacter Customization3DStrategyCraftingPvPCombat
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RIFT
Why it matched: both survival; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Character Customization.
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 PlayMMORPGCharacter CustomizationPvPCraftingSurvival3D
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The Cycle: Frontier
Why it matched: both survival and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Survival, Free to Play and Crafting; released around the same time (2022).
The Cycle: Frontier is a free-to-play PvPvE Extraction Shooter driven by suspense and danger. Prospect for resources and other riches on an abandoned alien world ravaged by a deadly storm, inhabited by monsters and other ambitious Prospectors.
The Cycle: Frontier at a glance Released 2022 Studio YAGER Player sentiment 64% positive of 45,267 Price Not listed SurvivalFree to PlayCraftingTacticalPvP
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NosTale - Anime MMORPG
Why it matched: both survival; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Anime.
NosTale is a free-to-play anime action MMORPG which takes you on an exciting journey through a world full of mystery with your friends. More than 30 specialist classes and tons of loyal pets provide plenty of excitement and variety in PvP, PvE and raids
NosTale - Anime MMORPG at a glance Released 2017 Studio Entwell Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 70% positive of 3,632 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGAnimeCharacter CustomizationPvPSexual ContentSurvival
Common questions
What game is most like Eternal Return?
Immortal Soul: Black Survival, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Nimble Neuron. 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 Eternal Return" 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 Eternal Return. 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 Eternal Return do?
Immortal Soul: Black Survival is also from Nimble Neuron, 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.