What is the best game similar to Arco?

The closest game to Arco is Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Arco?

The three closest games to Arco are: 1. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader (79/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Invincible Presents: Atom Eve (73/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. South Park: The Fractured But Whole (70/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Arco's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 12 dimensions.

Is Invincible Presents: Atom Eve similar to Arco?

Yes, very much so — Invincible Presents: Atom Eve scores 73/100 similarity to Arco. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and turn-based strategy. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What RPG games are similar to Arco?

The best RPG games similar to Arco are Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, Invincible Presents: Atom Eve, South Park: The Fractured But Whole and The Banner Saga 2. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Arco attributes like deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy.

How is similarity to Arco calculated?

We compare Arco against every game in our catalog using 12 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Arco experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

Looking for games like Arco? We analyzed its gameplay DNA — deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and open world exploration — against over 6,700 titles. These 50 alternatives are ranked by real similarity, not marketing tags. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader leads with 79/100, followed by the rest of the list.

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Arco. Each one has been evaluated across 12 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Warhammer 40,000: Rogue TraderClosest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeTacticalNarrativeDarkFantasy

Steam👍 88%· 44KRAWG👍 89%· 62OC75· 60

Year 2023Dev Owlcat GamesPlaytime ~9hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like Arco, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: single-player focus, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping open world exploration

You will take on the role of a Rogue Trader, a scion of an ancient dynasty of daring privateers, that reign over their own merchant empire and explore the fringes of Imperial space with the blessing of the Emperor Himself. Thanks to their Warrant of Trade - the Rogue Trader is endowed with privileges and power beyond imagination as well as the task of expanding the borders of the Imperium.

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Arco.

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#2Invincible Presents: Atom Eve

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

TacticalMeleeNarrativeDarkSolo

Steam👍 95%· 568IGDB80· 1OC80· 10

Year 2023Dev Terrible Posture Games · Skybound GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC

✓ Like Arco, it's known for deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with visual novel storytelling, setting scifi and single-player focus, while skipping open world exploration

Invincible Presents: Atom Eve is the first original Invincible game from Skybound Games, the creator-led company behind Invincible and The Walking Dead.

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: setting and visuals.

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#3South Park: The Fractured But WholeClosest on world

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeDarkNarrativeOpen WorldExploration

Steam👍 85%· 33KIGDB85· 18OC82· 182

Year 2017Dev Ubisoft San Francisco · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Shared with Arco: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: setting cartoon, single-player focus and visual 2d, while skipping combat tactical

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Arco.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

TacticalNarrativeFantasyHistoricalSolo

Steam👍 90%· 3.8KIGDB84· 13OC82· 84

Year 2016Dev Stoic · Versus EvilOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ Shared with Arco: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, combat magic and ranged combat, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Arco.

It predates Arco by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeTacticalSoloSci-FiSpace

Steam👍 94%· 6.2KIGDB88· 12OC86· 63

Year 2015Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Arco, expect deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with setting scifi, setting space and single-player focus, while skipping strong narrative focus

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Arco.

It predates Arco by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeDarkNarrativeFantasyExploration

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

Year 2025Dev Live Wire · Binary Haze InteractivePlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Arco: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming, while skipping turn-based strategy

STORYSet in the Land of Fumes, this prosperous magical superpower is home to vast quantities of magical resources lurking underneath the surface. In hopes of advancing their kingdom's development, artificial life forms known as Homunculi came into being.

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: visuals and setting.

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#7Islets

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeOpen WorldFantasyExploration

Steam👍 96%· 2.3KRAWG👍 87%· 29IGDB81· 2OC79· 19

Year 2022Dev Kyle Thompson · Armor Games StudiosPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Like Arco, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping turn-based strategy

Iko is an aspiring yet hopeful warrior exploring the land and sky to reunite a series of floating islands. With his rickety airship, he must travel from island to island in order to reignite each one’s magnetic core while fighting off the many adversaries standing in his way.

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: visuals.

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#8Dex

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeDarkOpen WorldExplorationPixel Art

Steam👍 87%· 3.5KIGDB69· 8OC74· 19

Year 2015Dev Dreadlocks Ltd. · Badland IndieOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Shared with Arco: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and stealth mechanics, while skipping turn-based strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: setting and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Arco.

It predates Arco by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeOpen WorldExplorationPixel ArtSolo

Steam👍 89%· 105

Year 2015Dev Team KryllPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Arco, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping turn-based strategy

Below Kryll is a huge world filled with crazy adventures! A tight single-player 2D platforming action-RPG at heart, Below Kryll is a vast, online, continuous world composed of developer and player made adventures.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Arco.

It predates Arco by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeFantasyPixel ArtCasual

Steam👍 97%· 4.4K

Year 2016Dev Castro BrothersPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Like Arco, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, puzzle design and vibe casual, while skipping turn-based strategy

Plataformas voadoras, inimigos coloridos, armas mágicas e física inexplicável. Isso tudo com uma música de fundo que acompanha a saga de um cavaleiro.

It predates Arco by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#11Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeDarkOpen WorldExplorationPixel Art

IGDB92· 3

Year 1997Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo · KonamiOn PlayStation 3

✓ Like Arco, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and combat magic, while skipping turn-based strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: setting and combat.

It predates Arco by 27 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12Apotheon

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeHistoricalFantasyExploration

Steam👍 90%· 3.8KRAWG👍 47%· 329MC78IGDB85· 4OC78· 30

Year 2015Dev AlientrapPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like Arco, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming, while skipping turn-based strategy

The Gods of Olympus have abandoned humanity, leaving you to perish without their benevolence. Take up arms against the Gods, climb Mount Olympus, and take their divine powers for yourself to ensure mankind’s survival!

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: visuals and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Arco.

It predates Arco by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13Katana ZEROClosest on visuals

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeDarkPixel ArtSolo

Steam👍 98%· 75KRAWG👍 90%· 1.1KMC83IGDB85· 8OC84· 72

Year 2019Dev Askiisoft · Devolver DigitalPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with Arco: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, precision platforming and punishing difficulty, while skipping turn-based strategy

Katana ZERO is a fast paced neo-noir action platformer, focusing on tight, instant-death acrobatic combat, and a dark 80's neon aesthetic.

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: setting.

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#14Dust: An Elysian Tail

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeFantasyExplorationSolo

Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7

Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Arco: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping turn-based strategy

Dust: an Elysian Tale is an action role-playing game with metroidvania elements set in an imaginary world called Falana. Dust, the main character, with his sentient sword called Blade of Ahrah and guardian Fidget explores the “2D” side-scrolled environments.

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: visuals.

It predates Arco by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#15Trine Enchanted Edition

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeFantasySoloMultiplayer

Steam👍 96%· 16KIGDB92· 1OC81· 12

Year 2014Dev FrozenbyteOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Arco, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, precision platforming and vibe casual, while skipping turn-based strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: visuals and combat.

It predates Arco by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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Complete list of Arco alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Arco, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.

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RPG · Platformer

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RPG · Simulation

Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia

RPG · Platformer

Guacamelee! Gold Edition

RPG · Action RPG

Aztaka

RPG · Action RPG

Unavowed

RPG · Puzzle

Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin

RPG · Platformer

UnEpic

RPG · Platformer

Forgotton Anne

RPG · Platformer

The Longest Journey

RPG · Puzzle

Castlevania: Circle of the Moon

RPG · Platformer

Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow

RPG · Platformer

Palworld

RPG · Survival

X3: Terran Conflict

RPG · Simulation

Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

RPG · Adventure

Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

RPG · Action RPG

Bloodsports.TV

RPG · Action RPG

Niffelheim

RPG · Action RPG

Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World

RPG

Dragon's Crown

RPG · Action RPG

Super Castlevania IV

RPG · Action RPG

The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile

RPG · Action RPG

BloodRayne (Legacy)

RPG · Action RPG

Spellsworn

RPG · Action RPG

Alex Kidd in Miracle World

RPG · Action RPG

KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

RPG · Action RPG

Altered Beast

RPG · Action RPG

Dungeon Siege III

RPG · Action RPG

Ninja Gaiden

RPG · Action RPG

Castlevania: Bloodlines

RPG · Action RPG

Prime World

RPG · MMO

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Arco?: The closest game to Arco is Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Arco?: The three closest games to Arco are: 1. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader (79/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Invincible Presents: Atom Eve (73/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. South Park: The Fractured But Whole (70/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Arco's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 12 dimensions.
Is Invincible Presents: Atom Eve similar to Arco?: Yes, very much so — Invincible Presents: Atom Eve scores 73/100 similarity to Arco. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and turn-based strategy. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Arco?: The best RPG games similar to Arco are Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, Invincible Presents: Atom Eve, South Park: The Fractured But Whole and The Banner Saga 2. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Arco attributes like deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy.
How is similarity to Arco calculated?: We compare Arco against every game in our catalog using 12 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Arco experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.