Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin 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: MONSTER HUNTER RISE, which made by the same studio, CAPCOM Co., Ltd..
- Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is tagged RPG, Adventure, JRPG, Exploration, Creature Collector, Cartoony, 3D, Dragons 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.
- 5 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 3 are from the same studio: MONSTER HUNTER RISE, Dragon's Dogma 2, Monster Hunter Wilds.
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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MONSTER HUNTER RISE
Why it matched: made by the same studio, CAPCOM Co., Ltd.; both fantasy; shares 10 player tags including Hunting, Online Co-Op and Character Customization; released around the same time (2022).
Rise to the challenge and join the hunt! In Monster Hunter Rise, the latest installment in the award-winning and top-selling Monster Hunter series, you’ll become a hunter, explore brand new maps and use a variety of weapons to take down fearsome monsters as part of an all-new storyline.
MONSTER HUNTER RISE at a glance Released 2022 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 83% positive of 125,878 Price $39.99 HuntingOnline Co-OpCharacter CustomizationRPGThird PersonJRPGPvEFantasy
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Guild Wars 2
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Fantasy.
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 RPGCharacter CustomizationFantasyThird Person3DPvPOnline Co-OpExploration
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Old School RuneScape
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Fantasy, Story Rich and RPG; released around the same time (2021).
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 FantasyStory RichRPGCharacter CustomizationThird PersonPvEPvPExploration
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Diablo IV
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Loot, RPG and Online Co-Op; released around the same time (2023).
Join the fight for Sanctuary in Diablo® IV, the ultimate action RPG adventure. Experience the critically acclaimed campaign and new seasonal content.
Diablo IV at a glance Released 2023 Studio Blizzard Entertainment Player sentiment 65% positive of 74,932 Price $49.99 LootRPGOnline Co-OpThird PersonPvEFantasyStory RichExploration
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Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Fantasy.
Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen at a glance Released 2016 Studio Capcom Player sentiment 88% positive of 49,002 Price $29.99 RPGCharacter CustomizationFantasyDragonsThird PersonExplorationStory RichJRPG
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FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Fantasy.
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 RPGCharacter CustomizationFantasyJRPGStory RichThird PersonOnline Co-OpExploration
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The Lord of the Rings Online
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Fantasy, RPG and Character Customization.
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 FantasyRPGCharacter CustomizationExplorationStory RichOnline Co-OpThird PersonPvP
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Dragon's Dogma 2
Why it matched: made by the same studio, CAPCOM Co., Ltd.; both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Dragons; released around the same time (2024).
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.
Dragon's Dogma 2 at a glance Released 2024 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 62% positive of 116,292 Price $29.99 RPGFantasyDragonsCharacter CustomizationThird Person3DPvE
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Monster Hunter Wilds
Why it matched: made by the same studio, CAPCOM Co., Ltd.; both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including Hunting, Online Co-Op and Character Customization; released around the same time (2025).
The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next. This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.
Monster Hunter Wilds at a glance Released 2025 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 49% positive of 328,877 Price $39.99 HuntingOnline Co-OpCharacter CustomizationDragonsThird PersonFantasyRPG
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Fantasy and RPG; released around the same time (2025).
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 at a glance Released 2025 Studio Sandfall Interactive Player sentiment 95% positive of 277,064 Price $47.99 Story RichFantasyRPGExplorationJRPGCharacter Customization3D
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DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Story Rich and JRPG; released around the same time (2020).
The Dragon Ball RPG of your dreams! For the first time, you can play the rest of the story. Step into the universe of Dragon Ball Z in all its iconic glory and become the hero you were always meant to be!
DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT at a glance Released 2020 Studio CyberConnect2 Co. Ltd. Player sentiment 93% positive of 58,245 Price $19.99 RPGStory RichJRPGFantasyDragonsThird PersonCharacter Customization
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FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Fantasy; released around the same time (2018).
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE at a glance Released 2018 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 89% positive of 10,211 Price $49.99 RPGJRPGFantasyStory RichExplorationThird PersonTurn-Based
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RuneScape
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Character Customization; released around the same time (2020).
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 RPGFantasyCharacter CustomizationStory RichPvEPvPExploration
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Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Character Customization; released around the same time (2020).
The hit RPG returns! Remastered with stunning visuals and refined gameplay Re-Reckoning delivers intense, customizable RPG combat inside a sprawling game world.
Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning at a glance Released 2020 Studio KAIKO Player sentiment 77% positive of 8,147 Price $39.99 RPGFantasyCharacter CustomizationThird PersonStory RichLootExploration
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Lords of the Fallen
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Exploration, RPG and Dragons; released around the same time (2023).
A vast world awaits in the medieval, dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen. As a fabled Dark Crusader, embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. The final major update Version 2.5 is out now: features deadlier boss battles and all-new Veteran Mode.
Lords of the Fallen at a glance Released 2023 Studio CI Games Player sentiment 68% positive of 55,818 Price $29.99 ExplorationRPGDragonsStory RichOnline Co-OpCharacter CustomizationFantasy
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Marvel's Avengers - The Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Online Co-Op and Third Person; released around the same time (2020).
Assemble your team of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, embrace your powers, and live your Super Hero dreams.
Marvel's Avengers - The Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2020 Studio Crystal Dynamics Player sentiment 67% positive of 34,511 Price Not listed RPGOnline Co-OpThird PersonLootPvEFantasyStory Rich
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Granblue Fantasy: Relink
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including JRPG, Online Co-Op and Fantasy; released around the same time (2024).
A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!
Granblue Fantasy: Relink at a glance Released 2024 Studio Cygames, Inc. Player sentiment 90% positive of 55,773 Price $39.99 JRPGOnline Co-OpFantasyRPGThird Person3DPvEDragons
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Final Fantasy III
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Exploration.
The original FINAL FANTASY III comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the third game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy III at a glance Released 1990 Studio Square Player sentiment 93% positive of 2,841 Price $17.99 RPGJRPGExplorationFantasyEmotionalStory RichTurn-Based
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Final Fantasy IV
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Exploration.
The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy IV at a glance Released 1991 Studio Square Player sentiment 92% positive of 3,028 Price $17.99 RPGJRPGExplorationStory RichFantasyEmotionalTurn-Based
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Final Fantasy V
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Exploration.
The original FINAL FANTASY V comes to life with completely new graphics and audio as a 2D pixel remaster! A remodeled take on the fifth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy V at a glance Released 1992 Studio Square Player sentiment 90% positive of 2,493 Price $17.99 RPGJRPGExplorationEmotionalStory RichFantasyTurn-Based
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Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Third Person.
The minds of New York Times bestselling author R.A. Salvatore, Spawn creator Todd McFarlane, and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion lead designer Ken Rolston have combined to create Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning, a new role-playing game set in a world worth saving.
Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning at a glance Released Not recorded Studio Big Huge Games Player sentiment 88% positive of 13,009 Price Not listed RPGFantasyThird PersonLootStory RichCharacter CustomizationExploration
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Final Fantasy XVI
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Fantasy and JRPG; released around the same time (2023).
An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.
Final Fantasy XVI at a glance Released 2023 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 78% positive of 33,368 Price $49.99 Story RichFantasyJRPGRPGThird Person3DEmotional
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RuneScape
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Character Customization.
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 2001 Studio Jagex Player sentiment 82% positive of 27,176 Price Free RPGFantasyCharacter CustomizationStory RichPvEPvPExploration
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Final Fantasy II
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Exploration.
The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy II at a glance Released 1988 Studio Square Player sentiment 82% positive of 3,501 Price $11.99 RPGJRPGExplorationFantasyEmotionalStory RichTurn-Based
Common questions
What game is most like Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin?
MONSTER HUNTER RISE, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, CAPCOM Co., Ltd.. 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 Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin" 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 Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin. 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 Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin do?
MONSTER HUNTER RISE, Dragon's Dogma 2, Monster Hunter Wilds are also from CAPCOM Co., Ltd., 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.