Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Metro: Last Light (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Metro: Last Light 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: Metro Exodus, which made by the same studio, 4A Games.
- Metro: Last Light is tagged Post-apocalyptic, FPS, Atmospheric, Action, Story Rich, Horror, Singleplayer, First-Person 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: Metro Exodus.
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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Metro Exodus
Why it matched: made by the same studio, 4A Games; both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, stealth, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, FPS and Story Rich.
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-apocalypticFPSStory RichFirst-PersonHorrorSurvivalShooterStealth
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Far Cry
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, stealth, science fiction, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including FPS, Shooter and First-Person.
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 FPSShooterFirst-PersonDifficultStealthStory RichSci-fiHorror
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Alien: Isolation
Why it matched: both survival, horror, stealth, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult; shares 9 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2014).
Discover the true meaning of fear in Alien: Isolation, a survival horror set in an atmosphere of constant dread and mortal danger.
Alien: Isolation at a glance Released 2014 Studio Creative Assembly Player sentiment 93% positive of 66,658 Price $11.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorSci-fiStealthFirst-PersonSurvivalDifficultFPS
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The Evil Within
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, stealth, story-rich, atmospheric and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Survival; released around the same time (2014).
Developed by Shinji Mikami -- creator of the seminal Resident Evil series -- and the talented team at Tango Gameworks, The Evil Within embodies the meaning of pure survival horror. Highly-crafted environments, horrifying anxiety, and an intricate story are combined to create an immersive world that will bring you to the height of tension.
The Evil Within at a glance Released 2014 Studio Tango Gameworks Player sentiment 85% positive of 33,579 Price $19.99 HorrorSurvival HorrorSurvivalStealthDifficultShooterStory Rich
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including FPS, Post-apocalyptic and Survival.
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 FPSPost-apocalypticSurvivalShooterStory RichFirst-PersonSci-fi
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Outlast
Why it matched: both survival, horror, stealth, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Horror, First-Person and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2013).
Hell is an experiment you can't survive in Outlast, a first-person survival horror game developed by veterans of some of the biggest game franchises in history. As investigative journalist Miles Upshur, explore Mount Massive Asylum and try to survive long enough to discover its terrible secret... if you dare.
Outlast at a glance Released 2013 Studio Red Barrels Player sentiment 96% positive of 138,407 Price $14.99 HorrorFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorSurvivalStealthNudityDifficultSci-fi
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Dying Light
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, stealth and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Survival Horror, Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2015).
First-person action survival game set in a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by flesh-hungry zombies. Roam a city devastated by a mysterious virus epidemic. Scavenge for supplies, craft weapons, and face hordes of the infected.
Dying Light at a glance Released 2015 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 95% positive of 494,569 Price $24.99 Survival HorrorHorrorFirst-PersonSurvivalFPSStealthPost-apocalypticStory Rich
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Prey
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Sci-fi, Horror and FPS; released around the same time (2017).
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-fiHorrorFPSFirst-PersonStory RichSurvival HorrorStealth
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Fallout: New Vegas
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Story Rich and First-Person; 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 Post-apocalypticStory RichFirst-PersonFPSSci-fiSurvivalShooter
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The Evil Within 2
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, stealth, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Story Rich; released around the same time (2017).
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 HorrorSurvival HorrorStory RichStealthSurvivalShooterFirst-Person
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Hello Neighbor
Why it matched: both survival, horror, stealth, story-rich and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Stealth and First-Person; released around the same time (2017).
Hello Neighbor is a Stealth Horror Game about sneaking into your neighbor's house and figuring out what he's hiding in the basement. Play against an advanced AI that learns from your actions.
Hello Neighbor at a glance Released 2017 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 86% positive of 32,548 Price $29.99 HorrorStealthFirst-PersonStory RichSurvival HorrorDifficultSurvivalFPS
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Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition
Why it matched: both open world, survival, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 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-PersonStory RichSurvival
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Fallout 4
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Shooter and First-Person; released around the same time (2015).
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-apocalypticShooterFirst-PersonStory RichSci-fiFPSSurvival
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RAGE
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including FPS, Post-apocalyptic and Shooter; released around the same time (2011).
Powered by id’s revolutionary id Tech® 5 technology, RAGE is an intense first-person shooter with breakneck vehicle combat, an expansive world to explore, and jaw-dropping graphics!
RAGE at a glance Released 2011 Studio id Software Player sentiment 78% positive of 18,288 Price $9.99 FPSPost-apocalypticShooterFirst-PersonSci-fiHorrorSurvival
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Homefront: The Revolution
Why it matched: both open world, survival, stealth, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including FPS, Shooter and First-Person; published by the same company; released around the same time (2016).
Homefront®: The Revolution is an open-world first person shooter where you must lead the Resistance movement in guerrilla warfare against a superior military force.
Homefront: The Revolution at a glance Released 2016 Studio Dambuster Studios Player sentiment 61% positive of 17,128 Price $19.99 FPSShooterFirst-PersonStealthSurvivalStory Rich
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Aliens vs. Predator
Why it matched: both survival, horror, stealth, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including FPS, Sci-fi and Horror; released around the same time (2010).
Survive, hunt and prey in the deadly jungles and swamps in distinctly new and thrilling first person gameplay.
Aliens vs. Predator at a glance Released 2010 Studio Rebellion Player sentiment 91% positive of 21,551 Price $1.49 FPSSci-fiHorrorShooterFirst-PersonStealthSurvivalSurvival Horror
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SCP: Secret Laboratory
Why it matched: both survival, horror, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Horror, First-Person and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2017).
Deep within a secure underground facility, a sudden containment breach allows many of the secured anomalies to escape from their chambers. Assist the Foundation in re-securing the facility, help the Insurgency in their goal to capture it, or wreak havoc as an SCP in a frantic bid to escape.
SCP: Secret Laboratory at a glance Released 2017 Studio Northwood Studios Player sentiment 91% positive of 234,020 Price Free HorrorFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorShooterFPSSurvivalSci-fiDifficult
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F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin
Why it matched: both survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Horror, FPS and Shooter; released around the same time (2009).
Assume the role of Special Forces Sgt. Becket as your routine mission quickly turns into a fight for survival against the wrath of Alma Wade. As Alma's terrifying power surges out of control, your squad is forced to battle through an apocalyptic landscape in search of clues for how to destroy her!
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin at a glance Released 2009 Studio Monolith Player sentiment 85% positive of 9,496 Price $14.99 HorrorFPSShooterFirst-PersonSci-fiStory RichNuditySurvival Horror
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Chernobylite Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, survival, horror, stealth, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Survival and Horror.
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-apocalypticSurvivalHorrorFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorSci-fiStealth
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Fallout 3
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, First-Person 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-apocalypticFirst-PersonSci-fiFPSShooterStory RichHorror
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Generation Zero
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Survival, FPS and Post-apocalyptic.
Generation Zero is a stealth-action shooter where you wage guerilla warfare against lethal mechanical enemies. Explore a vast open world map inspired by the Swedish Cold War era, take part in the resistance alone or with up to three friends in seamless co-op.
Generation Zero at a glance Released 2019 Studio Systemic Reaction™ Player sentiment 72% positive of 42,169 Price $24.99 SurvivalFPSPost-apocalypticShooterSci-fiHorrorSurvival Horror
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Shooter, FPS and First-Person; published by the same company.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is the prequel chapter of the Legends of the Zone Trilogy. With the ability to directly influence the balance of power through Faction Wars, step into the boots of Scar — a seasoned mercenary, able to somehow survive deadly Emissions.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky at a glance Released 2008 Studio GSC Game World Player sentiment 56% positive of 3,429 Price $13.39 ShooterFPSFirst-PersonPost-apocalypticSci-fiSurvivalStory Rich
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Far Cry 3
Why it matched: both open world, survival, stealth, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including FPS, Shooter and Stealth; released around the same time (2012).
Stranded on the Rook Islands as Jason Brody, fight your way through a lawless tropical open world using a powerful arsenal to save your friends and escape the madness of this acclaimed visceral FPS.
Far Cry 3 at a glance Released 2012 Studio Red Storm Entertainment Player sentiment 88% positive of 133,189 Price $19.99 FPSShooterStealthFirst-PersonStory RichSurvivalNudity
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F.E.A.R.
Why it matched: both survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Horror, FPS and Shooter.
Experience the original F.E.A.R. along with F.E.A.R. Extraction Point and F.E.A.R. Perseus Mandate.
F.E.A.R. at a glance Released 2005 Studio Monolith Productions Player sentiment 94% positive of 19,502 Price $9.99 HorrorFPSShooterFirst-PersonStory RichSci-fiSurvival Horror
Common questions
What game is most like Metro: Last Light?
Metro Exodus, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, 4A Games. 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 Metro: Last Light" 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 Metro: Last Light. 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 Metro: Last Light do?
Metro Exodus is also from 4A Games, 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.