Arco

20 Narrative games like Arco that you should try

Games like Arco · Find similar →

More about this game →

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

Filter by:Narrative×← Back to home

We filtered the 50 games similar to Arco down to the 20 that fit the “Narrative” category. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, Invincible Presents: Atom Eve and South Park: The Fractured But Whole top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Arco.

iRank96/ 100

Did you find what you were looking for?

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Tags

NarrativeDark

Year 2024Dev Bibiki

Stores

Quick answer

Within the “Narrative” category, the closest game to Arco is Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader — scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. Invincible Presents: Atom Eve and South Park: The Fractured But Whole follow close behind.

#1Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader79 #2Invincible Presents: Atom Eve73 #3South Park: The Fractured But Whole70 #4Dex61 #5ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist59

🗳️

Help us build the best rankings

Community powered

Vote on each result below — good match or not. Every vote directly shapes how we rank similar games for everyone.

The best narrative games like Arco

20 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

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

79

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader

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.

Genre100Combat100Tone100Setting66Progression0

#2Invincible Presents: Atom Eve

73

Invincible Presents: Atom Eve

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.

Genre100Combat100Tone100Setting0Visuals0

#3South Park: The Fractured But WholeClosest on world

70

South Park: The Fractured But Whole

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.

Genre100Tone100World100Progression100Combat46Setting0

Steam Epic Xbox

61

Dex

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.

Genre100Tone100World100Progression100Visuals70Combat35

#5ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

59

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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.

Genre100Progression100Tone69Combat50Setting41Visuals0

#6Katana ZEROClosest on visuals

55

Katana ZERO

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.

Genre100Tone79Visuals78Combat54Setting0

52

Unavowed

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

NarrativeDarkFantasyPixel ArtSolo

Steam👍 96%· 2.6KIGDB79· 5OC87· 25

Year 2018Dev Wadjet Eye GamesOn Linux · PC · Mac

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

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, combat magic and setting scifi, while skipping turn-based strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: combat and progression.

Genre100Tone100Visuals73Setting46Combat0Progression0

Steam GOG Nintendo

#8The Longest Journey

50

The Longest Journey

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

NarrativeDarkFantasySoloMagic

Steam👍 90%· 2.1KIGDB90· 1

Year 1999Dev FuncomOn PC · iOS

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

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, combat magic and setting scifi, while skipping turn-based strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: combat and visuals.

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

It predates Arco by 25 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Tone100Setting34Combat0Visuals0

#9BloodRayne (Legacy)

48

BloodRayne (Legacy)

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeDarkNarrativeFantasySolo

Steam👍 60%· 928RAWG👍 34%· 40MC68IGDB65· 3

Year 2011Dev Abstraction Games · Majesco EntertainmentPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Arco: deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus

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

The original video game femme fatale, Rayne, has returned to battle and feed in a brand new hack ‘n slash adventure. Slay ghastly enemies as Rayne, the sexy dhampir with superhuman strength, speed, and agility, recruited by the vampire hunting Brimstone Society for one last mission.

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: visuals and setting.

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

It predates Arco by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Tone100Combat56Setting38Visuals0

#10Super Castlevania IV

39

Super Castlevania IV

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

DarkNarrativeSoloHorror2D

IGDB100· 1

Year 1991Dev Konami

✓ Like Arco, it's known for deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus

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

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: setting and visuals.

It predates Arco by 33 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Tone100Setting0Visuals0

#11Castlevania: Bloodlines

39

Castlevania: Bloodlines

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

NarrativeDarkSoloLootSkill Tree

Year 1994Dev Konami

✓ Shared with Arco: deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, precision platforming and single-player focus, while skipping turn-based strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: progression and visuals.

It predates Arco by 30 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Tone100Progression0Visuals0

#12The Banner Saga 2Closest on setting

69

The Banner Saga 2

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.

Genre100Setting79Tone76Combat54Visuals0

59

Islets

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.

Genre100World100Progression100Setting67Combat53Tone50

59

Apotheon

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.

Genre100Progression100Tone70Setting54Combat47Visuals0

57

Aztaka

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeFantasyExplorationPixel Art

Steam👍 68%· 161

Year 2009Dev CiteremisPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

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

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping turn-based strategy

Inspired by Aztec legend, this action/rpg side-scroller will casts you into the middle of a war between the Gods and Mankind.

Where it drifts furthest from Arco: setting and combat.

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

It predates Arco by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals76Tone72Progression60Combat47Setting32

Complete list of narrative games like Arco

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.

Dust: An Elysian Tail

Dust: An Elysian Tail

RPG · Action RPG

Songs for a Hero

Songs for a Hero

RPG · Platformer

Trine Enchanted Edition

Trine Enchanted Edition

RPG · Puzzle

Forgotton Anne

Forgotton Anne

RPG · Platformer

Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World

Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World

RPG

Explore games similar to Arco by category

Rankings in the same genre

Best Action RPGs Best RPG Games