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24 games like RuneScape (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

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The short version

Closest match: RuneScape , which both open world, fantasy, story-rich and relaxing.
RuneScape is tagged Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Multiplayer, Fantasy, Character Customization 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.
12 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.

Why players value RuneScape

The five things Steam players tag RuneScape with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.

Free to Play
MMORPG
Open World
Massively Multiplayer
RPG

RuneScape at a glance
Reception	Very Positive on Steam (82% of 27,176)
Watch-outs	players report monetisation inside the game
Price	Free

Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.

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
RuneScape
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and relaxing; shares 16 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer.
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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 27,182)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGFantasyCharacter CustomizationStory RichPvE
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2
Old School RuneScape
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 14 player tags including MMORPG, Free to Play and Fantasy.
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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 20,728)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, Free to Play, Nostalgia, Adventure, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:MMORPGFree to PlayFantasyStory RichMassively MultiplayerRPGCharacter CustomizationPvE
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3
Mabinogi
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG.
Embark on amazing adventures, build lasting friendships or even find romance in this unique social game, where a welcoming community with thousands of devoted players await! Whoever you are, or whatever your heart’s desire, come express it in Mabinogi and start living your fantasy life!
Mabinogi at a glance
Released 2012 Studio NEXON Korea Corporation
Player sentiment 74% positive of 4,197 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (74% of 4,197)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, Anime, RPG, MMORPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGMMORPGCasualFantasyCharacter CustomizationGreat Soundtrack
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4
The Elder Scrolls Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 10 player tags including RPG, MMORPG and Fantasy.
Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.
The Elder Scrolls Online at a glance
Released 2014 Studio ZeniMax Online Studios
Player sentiment 81% positive of 161,491 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (81% of 161,491)
Matches RuneScape on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, MMORPG, Open World, Fantasy, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, monetisation inside the game, servers and connection (details)
Shared with RuneScape:RPGMMORPGFantasyExplorationMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationPvPPvE
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5
Shakes and Fidget
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and relaxing; shares 10 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and Massively Multiplayer.
Shakes & Fidget is a hilarious fantasy role-playing satire and at the same time, an award-winning RPG! Sounds crazy? With over 50 million enthusiastic players, it ranks among the most celebrated online role-playing games worldwide!
Shakes and Fidget at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Playa Games GmbH
Player sentiment 92% positive of 36,847 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 36,847)
Matches RuneScape on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, RPG, Massively Multiplayer, Casual, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayRPGMassively MultiplayerCasualMMORPGCharacter CustomizationFantasyClassic
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6
MOBIUS FINAL FANTASY
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and Fantasy.
A team of veteran developers of the FINAL FANTASY franchise, headed by venerated producer Yoshinori Kitase, brings you MOBIUS FINAL FANTASY, a mobile RPG of unprecedented quality. The PC version comes 4K visuals and 60 FPS gameplay.
MOBIUS FINAL FANTASY at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Square Enix
Player sentiment 73% positive of 4,380 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.2/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (73% of 4,380)
Matches RuneScape on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, RPG, Fantasy, Multiplayer, MMORPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayRPGFantasyMMORPGStory RichCasualCharacter CustomizationGreat Soundtrack
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7
The Lord of the Rings Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer.
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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (81% of 23,171)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerFantasyRPGCharacter CustomizationExplorationStory Rich
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8
JUMP FORCE
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, story-rich and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Character Customization, RPG and Story Rich.
Create your own avatar to fight alongside the most powerful Manga heroes in an original Story Mode, or head to the Online Lobby to challenge other players and discover lots of modes and activities.
JUMP FORCE at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Player sentiment 73% positive of 22,535 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (73% of 22,535)
Matches RuneScape on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Anime, Fighting, Action, Multiplayer, Character Customization — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Character CustomizationRPGStory RichCasualFantasyMassively MultiplayerGreat Soundtrack
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9
Knight Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer.
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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.0/10 · Steam: Mixed (51% of 11,259)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Action, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGCharacter CustomizationCasualFantasy
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10
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Game of the Year Edition
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Classic.
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition includes Morrowind plus all of the content from the Bloodmoon and Tribunal expansions. The original Mod Construction Set is not included in this package. An epic, open-ended single-player RPG, Morrowind allows you to create and play any kind of character imaginable.
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Game of the Year Edition at a glance
Released 2009 Studio Bethesda Game Studios
Player sentiment 95% positive of 28,571 Price $14.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 28,571)
Matches RuneScape on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, Open World, Fantasy, Classic, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $14.99 — $14.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:RPGFantasyClassicGreat SoundtrackCult ClassicExplorationStory RichCharacter Customization
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11
MapleStory
Why it matched: both story-rich and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including MMORPG, Character Customization and Free to Play; released around the same time (2003).
Join over 260 million players worldwide in MapleStory, the world’s biggest 2D MMORPG adventure! Play now for free.
MapleStory at a glance
Released 2003 Studio Wizet
Player sentiment 61% positive of 15,432 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.7/10 · Steam: Mixed (61% of 15,432)
Matches RuneScape on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, 2D Platformer, Character Customization, Loot, Free to Play — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report monetisation inside the game (details)
Shared with RuneScape:MMORPGCharacter CustomizationFree to PlayPvEPvPMassively MultiplayerStory RichRPG
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12
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2
Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Character Customization, Massively Multiplayer and RPG.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 builds upon the highly popular DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE with enhanced graphics that will further immerse players into the largest and most detailed Dragon Ball world ever developed.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 at a glance
Released 2016 Studio QLOC
Player sentiment 90% positive of 59,432 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 59,432)
Matches RuneScape on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Anime, Fighting, Character Customization, Action, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Character CustomizationMassively MultiplayerRPGStory RichMMORPGGreat SoundtrackCasual
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13
Guild Wars 2
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Character Customization.
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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 29,449)
Matches RuneScape on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, Adventure, RPG, Character Customization, Free to Play — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report monetisation inside the game (details)
Shared with RuneScape:MMORPGRPGCharacter CustomizationFree to PlayFantasyMassively MultiplayerPvPExploration
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14
BLEACH Brave Souls
Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and PvP.
The world of mega-hit manga and anime BLEACH comes to Steam in this exciting 3D action game! Build a team using your favorite characters from the BLEACH universe!
BLEACH Brave Souls at a glance
Released 2020 Studio KLab Inc.
Player sentiment 88% positive of 12,757 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 12,757)
Matches RuneScape on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, Anime, RPG, Multiplayer, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayRPGPvPCasualStory RichGreat SoundtrackMMORPG
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15
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Massively Multiplayer.
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
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 85,571)
Matches RuneScape on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, RPG, Massively Multiplayer, Character Customization, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:MMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationFantasyStory RichExploration
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16
Strife
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and Massively Multiplayer.
Strife® is a truly free to play, competitive, MOBA that features non-stop action and engaging combat. Take control of powerful and versatile heroes, each capable of dominating in unique ways, and exert your will in an epic battle between two teams.
Strife at a glance
Released 2015 Studio S2 Games
Player sentiment 77% positive of 4,886 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (77% of 4,886)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer, Action, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayRPGMassively MultiplayerFantasyCasualPvPMMORPG
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17
Warspear Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including MMORPG, Free to Play and Massively Multiplayer.
Create your hero and dive into an epic 2D MMORPG! Explore a vast open world, conquer castles, battle in free-for-all PvP, team up in guilds, join Alliance wars, explore dungeons, and celebrate with fun in-game events!
Warspear Online at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Titulum Enterprises Limited
Player sentiment 72% positive of 3,147 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.1/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (72% of 3,147)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, Free to Play, Pixel Graphics, Massively Multiplayer, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:MMORPGFree to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGFantasyPvPStory Rich
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18
Swords of Legends Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Character Customization.
Swords of Legends Online is an action MMORPG set in a breathtaking fantasy world with sophisticated combat mechanics and a unique storyline based on Chinese mythology.
Swords of Legends Online at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Wangyuan Shengtang Entertainment Technology CO.
Player sentiment 67% positive of 5,795 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.9/10 · Steam: Mixed (67% of 5,795)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Character Customization, Action RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayMMORPGCharacter CustomizationFantasyMassively MultiplayerRPGStory Rich
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19
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Exploration.
PUBLISHER UPDATE - This is the product page for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition, released in 2009. ---The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition presents one of the best RPGs of all time like never before. Step inside the most richly detailed and vibrant game-world ever created.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition (2009) at a glance
Released 2009 Studio Bethesda Game Studios
Player sentiment 95% positive of 52,982 Price $14.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 52,982)
Matches RuneScape on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, Open World, Fantasy, Singleplayer, Moddable — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $14.99 — $14.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:RPGFantasyExplorationGreat SoundtrackCharacter CustomizationStory RichClassic
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20
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition Deluxe (2009)
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Exploration.
PUBLISHER UPDATE - This is the product page for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Deluxe Edition, released in 2009.---The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition presents one of the best RPGs of all time like never before. Step inside the most richly detailed and vibrant game-world ever created.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition Deluxe (2009) at a glance
Released 2009 Studio Bethesda Game Studios®
Player sentiment 95% positive of 52,989 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 52,989)
Matches RuneScape on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, Open World, Fantasy, Singleplayer, Moddable — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:RPGFantasyExplorationGreat SoundtrackCharacter CustomizationStory RichClassic
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21
FINAL FANTASY IX
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Great Soundtrack and Fantasy.
Selling over five million copies since its release in 2000, FINAL FANTASY IX proudly returns on Steam! Now you can relive the adventures of Zidane and his crew on PC !
FINAL FANTASY IX at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Square Enix
Player sentiment 95% positive of 14,266 Price $20.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 14,266)
Matches RuneScape on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: JRPG, Story Rich, Great Soundtrack, Fantasy, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $20.99 — $20.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:Story RichGreat SoundtrackFantasyRPGClassicCult ClassicExploration
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22
Dark Souls III
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Lore-Rich and Exploration.
Dark Souls continues to push the boundaries with the latest, ambitious chapter in the critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series. Prepare yourself and Embrace The Darkness!
Dark Souls III at a glance
Released 2016 Studio FromSoftware
Player sentiment 94% positive of 439,389 Price $59.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 439,389)
Matches RuneScape on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Souls-like, Dark Fantasy, Difficult, RPG, Atmospheric — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $59.99 — $59.99 pricier
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with RuneScape:RPGLore-RichExplorationStory RichGreat SoundtrackPvPCharacter Customization
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23
Fable - The Lost Chapters
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Classic.
Each person you aid, each flower you crush, and each creature you slay will change this world forever. Fable: Who will you be?
Fable - The Lost Chapters at a glance
Released 2011 Studio Lionhead Studios
Player sentiment 92% positive of 8,277 Price $9.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 8,277)
Matches RuneScape on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, Adventure, Action, Fantasy, Third Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: $9.99 — $9.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with RuneScape:RPGFantasyClassicStory RichGreat SoundtrackCharacter CustomizationExploration
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24
Star Wars: The Old Republic
Why it matched: both open world and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Character Customization.
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
Star Wars: The Old Republic at a glance
Released 2011 Studio Not recorded
Player sentiment 90% positive of 75,206 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 75,206)
Matches RuneScape on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, Multiplayer, MMORPG, Character Customization, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs RuneScape: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report monetisation inside the game, will not launch or install (details)
Shared with RuneScape:Free to PlayMMORPGCharacter CustomizationRPGStory RichMassively MultiplayerPvPGreat Soundtrack
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RuneScape at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	Jagex Ltd
Player sentiment	82% positive of 27,182	Price	Free

Old School RuneScape at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	Jagex Ltd
Player sentiment	83% positive of 20,728	Price	Free

Mabinogi at a glance
Released	2012	Studio	NEXON Korea Corporation
Player sentiment	74% positive of 4,197	Price	Free

The Elder Scrolls Online at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	ZeniMax Online Studios
Player sentiment	81% positive of 161,491	Price	$19.99

Shakes and Fidget at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Playa Games GmbH
Player sentiment	92% positive of 36,847	Price	Free

MOBIUS FINAL FANTASY at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Square Enix
Player sentiment	73% positive of 4,380	Price	Not listed

The Lord of the Rings Online at a glance
Released	2012	Studio	Standing Stone Games
Player sentiment	81% positive of 23,171	Price	Free

JUMP FORCE at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Player sentiment	73% positive of 22,535	Price	Not listed

Knight Online at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Noah System
Player sentiment	51% positive of 11,259	Price	Free

The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Game of the Year Edition at a glance
Released	2009	Studio	Bethesda Game Studios
Player sentiment	95% positive of 28,571	Price	$14.99

MapleStory at a glance
Released	2003	Studio	Wizet
Player sentiment	61% positive of 15,432	Price	Free

DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	QLOC
Player sentiment	90% positive of 59,432	Price	$19.99

Guild Wars 2 at a glance
Released	2012	Studio	ArenaNet
Player sentiment	88% positive of 29,449	Price	Free

BLEACH Brave Souls at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	KLab Inc.
Player sentiment	88% positive of 12,757	Price	Free

FINAL FANTASY XIV Online at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Square Enix
Player sentiment	87% positive of 85,571	Price	$19.99

Strife at a glance
Released	2015	Studio	S2 Games
Player sentiment	77% positive of 4,886	Price	Free

Warspear Online at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Titulum Enterprises Limited
Player sentiment	72% positive of 3,147	Price	Free

Swords of Legends Online at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	Wangyuan Shengtang Entertainment Technology CO.
Player sentiment	67% positive of 5,795	Price	Not listed

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition (2009) at a glance
Released	2009	Studio	Bethesda Game Studios
Player sentiment	95% positive of 52,982	Price	$14.99

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition Deluxe (2009) at a glance
Released	2009	Studio	Bethesda Game Studios®
Player sentiment	95% positive of 52,989	Price	$19.99

FINAL FANTASY IX at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Square Enix
Player sentiment	95% positive of 14,266	Price	$20.99

Dark Souls III at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	FromSoftware
Player sentiment	94% positive of 439,389	Price	$59.99

Fable - The Lost Chapters at a glance
Released	2011	Studio	Lionhead Studios
Player sentiment	92% positive of 8,277	Price	$9.99

Star Wars: The Old Republic at a glance
Released	2011	Studio	Not recorded
Player sentiment	90% positive of 75,206	Price	Free

Common questions

What game is most like RuneScape?

RuneScape , on the evidence we have. It both open world, fantasy, story-rich and relaxing. 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 RuneScape" 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 RuneScape. 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.

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