Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (2026)
Every game below overlaps with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl 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: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky, which made by the same studio, GSC Game World.
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is tagged Open World, FPS, Post-apocalyptic, Survival, Atmospheric, Singleplayer, Shooter, Exploration 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 from the same studio: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky.
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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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky
Why it matched: made by the same studio, GSC Game World; both post-apocalyptic, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 15 player tags including RPG, Shooter and Exploration.
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 RPGShooterExplorationFPSImmersive SimFirst-PersonRealisticPost-apocalyptic
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Fallout: New Vegas
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Post-apocalyptic and Story Rich.
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 RPGPost-apocalypticStory RichExplorationFirst-PersonFPSSci-fiSurvival
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Metro: Last Light
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, FPS and Story Rich.
It is the year 2034. Beneath the ruins of post-apocalyptic Moscow, in the tunnels of the Metro, the remnants of mankind are besieged by deadly threats from outside – and within. Mutants stalk the catacombs beneath the desolate surface, and hunt amidst the poisoned skies above.
Metro: Last Light at a glance Released 2013 Studio 4A Games Player sentiment 91% positive of 81,499 Price $19.99 Post-apocalypticFPSStory RichFirst-PersonShooterSurvivalSci-fi
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Fallout 4
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Exploration and RPG.
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-apocalypticExplorationRPGShooterFirst-PersonStory RichSci-fiFPS
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Terminator: Resistance
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including FPS, Post-apocalyptic and Choices Matter.
Terminator: Resistance, is a first-person shooter set during the 'Future War' scenario that was only glimpsed at in the iconic films, 'THE TERMINATOR' and 'T2: JUDGMENT DAY'. The machines are destined to lose, but at what cost?
Terminator: Resistance at a glance Released 2019 Studio Teyon Player sentiment 92% positive of 18,564 Price $7.99 FPSPost-apocalypticChoices MatterSci-fiFirst-PersonRPGStory RichMultiple Endings
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Fallout 3
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, RPG and Exploration.
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-apocalypticRPGExplorationFirst-PersonSci-fiFPSShooterStory Rich
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Metro Exodus
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, FPS and Story Rich; released around the same time (2020).
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-PersonSurvivalShooterExploration
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Chernobylite Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, survival, horror, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Survival and RPG; released around the same time (2021).
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-apocalypticSurvivalRPGFirst-PersonExplorationSci-fiRealisticNonlinear
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Prey
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 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 RichExplorationRPG
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Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Post-apocalyptic and First-Person.
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 RPGPost-apocalypticFirst-PersonSci-fiFPSExplorationStory RichShooter
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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.
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-fiRPGSurvival
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Far Cry
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 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-PersonStory RichSci-fiSurvival
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Generation Zero
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror, science fiction and atmospheric; shares 6 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-fiExploration
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DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Exploration and Post-apocalyptic; released around the same time (2022).
From legendary game creator Hideo Kojima comes a genre-defying experience, now expanded in this definitive DIRECTOR’S CUT. As Sam Bridges, your mission is to deliver hope to humanity by connecting the last survivors of a decimated America. Can you reunite the shattered world, one step at a time?
DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT at a glance Released 2022 Studio KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Player sentiment 92% positive of 67,641 Price $39.99 Story RichExplorationPost-apocalypticCinematicSci-fi
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Subnautica: Below Zero
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Survival, Exploration and First-Person; released around the same time (2021).
Dive into a freezing underwater adventure on an alien planet. Below Zero is set two years after the original Subnautica. Return to Planet 4546B to uncover the truth behind a deadly cover-up. Survive by building habitats, crafting tools, & diving deeper into the world of Subnautica.
Subnautica: Below Zero at a glance Released 2021 Studio Unknown Worlds Entertainment Player sentiment 90% positive of 108,227 Price $29.99 SurvivalExplorationFirst-PersonSci-fiStory Rich
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Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, survival, horror and story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Survival and First-Person; released around the same time (2022).
Humanity is fighting a losing battle against the virus. Experience a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by hordes of zombies, where your parkour and combat skills are key to survival. Traverse the City freely during the day, but watch the monsters take over during the night.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition at a glance Released 2022 Studio Techland Player sentiment 79% positive of 219,044 Price $59.99 Post-apocalypticSurvivalFirst-PersonExplorationMultiple EndingsChoices Matter
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Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition
Why it matched: both open world, survival, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including FPS, Sci-fi and Shooter.
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-fiShooterFirst-PersonStory RichSurvivalRPG
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Far Cry 2
Why it matched: both open world, survival, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including FPS, Shooter and First-Person.
You are a gun for hire, trapped in a war-torn African state, stricken with malaria and forced to make deals with corrupt warlords on both sides of the conflict in order to make this country your home. You must identify and exploit your enemies' weaknesses, neutralizing their superior numbers and firepower with surprise, subversion,...
Far Cry 2 at a glance Released 2008 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 76% positive of 18,720 Price $9.99 FPSShooterFirst-PersonRealisticSurvivalExplorationStory RichImmersive Sim
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GhostWire: Tokyo
Why it matched: both open world, survival, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including First-Person, Story Rich and Lore-Rich; released around the same time (2022).
Tokyo's population has vanished, and deadly supernatural forces prowl the streets. Use an arsenal of elemental abilities to unravel the truth behind the disappearance and save Tokyo.
GhostWire: Tokyo at a glance Released 2022 Studio Tango Gameworks Player sentiment 83% positive of 21,047 Price $59.99 First-PersonStory RichLore-RichExplorationFPSRealistic
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Starfield
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Sci-fi and Exploration; released around the same time (2023).
Starfield is the first new universe in 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4.
Starfield at a glance Released 2023 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 57% positive of 175,175 Price $49.99 RPGSci-fiExplorationFirst-PersonStory RichCinematicRealistic
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Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Story Rich, Choices Matter and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2021).
Fire up a wild ride across the cosmos with a fresh take on Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. In this action-adventure game, you are Star-Lord leading the unpredictable Guardians from one explosion of chaos to the next. You got this. Probably.
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy at a glance Released 2021 Studio Eidos-Montréal Player sentiment 94% positive of 45,101 Price $8.99 Story RichChoices MatterSci-fiExplorationShooterCinematicRPG
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Death Trash
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Exploration and Story Rich; released around the same time (2021).
Death Trash features a post-apocalyptic world where cosmic horrors long for humanity but meet punks with shotguns. It combines old-school role-playing, modern action gameplay and player freedom. Create your own character and explore a handcrafted world.
Death Trash at a glance Released 2021 Studio Crafting Legends Player sentiment 92% positive of 3,722 Price $19.99 Post-apocalypticExplorationStory RichRPGChoices Matter
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Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, RPG and Post-apocalyptic; released around the same time (2020).
Experience Aloy’s legendary quest to unravel the mysteries of a future Earth ruled by Machines. Use devastating tactical attacks against your prey and explore a majestic open world in this award-winning action RPG!
Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition at a glance Released 2020 Studio Guerrilla Player sentiment 88% positive of 128,210 Price Not listed Story RichRPGPost-apocalypticSci-fiExploration
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Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world, science fiction, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Exploration, RPG and Post-apocalyptic; released around the same time (2024).
Experience the epic Horizon Forbidden West™ in its entirety with bonus content and the Burning Shores expansion included. The Burning Shores add-on contains additional content for Aloy’s adventure, including new storylines, characters, and experiences in a stunning yet hazardous new area.
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition at a glance Released 2024 Studio Guerrilla Player sentiment 88% positive of 30,267 Price $59.99 ExplorationRPGPost-apocalypticStory RichSci-fi
Common questions
What game is most like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl?
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, GSC Game World. 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 S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl" 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 S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. 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 S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl do?
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is also from GSC Game World, 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.