What is the best game similar to Bellwright?

The closest game to Bellwright is State of Decay 2, scoring 83/100 on our similarity scale. They share 13 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and deep simulation. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Bellwright?

The three closest games to Bellwright are: 1. State of Decay 2 (83/100, 13 shared attributes) 2. Once Human (82/100, 10 shared attributes) 3. Enshrouded (77/100, 14 shared attributes). All share Bellwright's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 20 dimensions.

Is Once Human similar to Bellwright?

Yes, very much so — Once Human scores 82/100 similarity to Bellwright. They share 10 attributes, including deep RPG systems and deep simulation. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What RPG games are similar to Bellwright?

The best RPG games similar to Bellwright are State of Decay 2, Once Human, Enshrouded and Dead Rising 2. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Bellwright attributes like deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and deep simulation.

How is similarity to Bellwright calculated?

We compare Bellwright against every game in our catalog using 20 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 Bellwright experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

Are there free games similar to Bellwright?

Yes — World of Tanks Blitz is free and scores well on similarity to Bellwright. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.

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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.

Bellwright is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, cozy, relaxing feel and open world exploration in quite the same way. We compared Bellwright against over 6,700 titles across 20 gameplay attributes and found 50 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. State of Decay 2, Once Human and Enshrouded lead the list, with State of Decay 2 reaching a 83/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Bellwright special.

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Top games similar to Bellwright

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Bellwright. Each one has been evaluated across 20 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.

#1State of Decay 2Closest overall match

iRank75

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineMeleeDarkOpen WorldExplorationBase BuildingThird Person

Steam👍 83%· 68KIGDB67· 12OC69· 130

Year 2018Dev Undead Labs · Microsoft StudiosOn PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, horror tension and roguelike runs, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: setting.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineOpen WorldExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 78%· 173KIGDB85· 2OC74· 16

Year 2024Dev Starry StudioOn Xbox · Android · PC

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, deep simulation and survival mechanics

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, shooter and third-person shooting, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

A free-to-play open-world survival shooter: gather, build a base, and fight creatures spawned by an alien substance, solo or in co-op. The setting is genuinely eerie and the building is deep. Long-term players' complaints are consistent and are about the economy rather than the world — the cash shop drives progression, and seasonal patches have repeatedly reset or devalued what established players had already built.

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Bellwright.

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#3EnshroudedClosest on visuals

iRank83

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineMeleeOpen WorldExplorationBase BuildingCraftingThird Person3DEarly Access

Steam👍 86%· 101KOC77· 20

Year 2024Dev Keen GamesOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: setting.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineMeleeDarkOpen WorldExplorationCraftingThird Person

Steam👍 78%· 8.7KIGDB81· 9

Year 2010Dev Blue Castle Games · CapcomOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Bellwright.

It predates Bellwright by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5Mount & Blade II: BannerlordClosest on setting

iRank83

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalMeleeOpen WorldMedievalHistoricalExplorationThird PersonEarly Access

Steam👍 88%· 290KRAWG👍 86%· 304MC78IGDB80· 1OC77· 35

Year 2022Dev TaleWorlds EntertainmentPlaytime ~20hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, deep simulation and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, sandbox freedom and sandbox world, while skipping survival mechanics

The horns sound, the ravens gather. An empire is torn by civil war. Beyond its borders, new kingdoms rise. Gird on your sword, don your armour, summon your followers and ride forth to win glory on the battlefields of Calradia.

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: progression.

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#6Mount & Blade: Warband

iRank87

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerMeleeTacticalOpen WorldMedievalHistoricalExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 98%· 171KRAWG👍 89%· 742MC78IGDB69· 5

Year 2010Dev TaleWorlds EntertainmentPlaytime ~10hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, deep simulation and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and shooter, while skipping survival mechanics

In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: progression.

It predates Bellwright by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7Dead Rising 4Closest on tone

iRank66

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineMeleeDarkOpen WorldExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 57%· 8.3KIGDB77· 19OC72· 111

Year 2016Dev Capcom Game Studio Vancouver, Inc. · CapcomOn PC · Xbox

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, shooter and third-person shooting, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: setting and progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Bellwright.

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

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Steam Xbox

#8Ryse: Son of RomeClosest on combat

iRank76

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeTacticalDarkOpen WorldHistoricalMedievalExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 87%· 44KIGDB66· 13OC64· 77

Year 2013Dev Crytek Frankfurt · Deep SilverOn PC · Xbox

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: progression and tone.

It predates Bellwright by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUTClosest on world

iRank93

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineMeleeDarkOpen WorldHistoricalExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 94%· 91KRAWG👍 95%· 327IGDB92· 10OC87· 134

Year 2021Dev Sucker Punch Productions · Sony Interactive EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

Explore the brand new Iki Island, plus PS5-specific enhancements like DualSense haptic feedback, Japanese lip sync, and more.

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: tone and progression.

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#10World of Tanks Blitz

iRank63

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

MultiplayerCo-opOnlineSoloTacticalMeleeHistoricalThird Person

Steam👍 78%· 152KRAWG👍 30%· 261MC76

Year 2014Dev Wargaming Group · WargamingPlaytime ~2hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, deep simulation and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with shooter, third-person shooting and competitive edge, while skipping survival mechanics

World of Tanks Blitz is a cross-platform action game, aiming at fierce tank combat. ###Gameplay<h3/> The game allows 7v7 battles. The teams are forming randomly, so there can be tanks from different classes (light, medium, heavy and destroyers) and countries (German, UK, USA, and others). The player has to either destroy enemies’ units or capture the neutral base.

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: tone and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Bellwright.

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

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#11Lord of the Rings: War in the North

iRank70

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineMeleeOpen WorldMedievalExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 82%· 9.5KRAWG👍 57%· 394MC66IGDB66· 8

Year 2011Dev Feral Interactive · Warner Bros. InteractivePlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, open world exploration and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and ranged combat, while skipping survival mechanics

Lord of the Rings: War in the North is an action RPG developed by Snowblind Studios. The game is based on J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings series of novels. Eradan, Andriel, and Farin arrive at the Prancing Pony tavern in a small town of Bree where they meet Aragorn.

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: progression.

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

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineMeleeDarkOpen WorldExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 85%· 3.9KIGDB73· 16OC75· 81

Year 2016Dev Omega Force · Koei Tecmo GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: setting and progression.

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

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Steam Xbox PS

#13The Haunted: Hells Reach

iRank59

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

Co-opMultiplayerSoloOnlineMeleeDark3DThird Person

Steam👍 85%· 765RAWG👍 25%· 20MC51

Year 2011Dev KTX Software · ValuSoftPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, shooter and first-person shooting, while skipping deep simulation

All Hell Has Broken Loose!!! The Haunted is a fast paced third person action horror game that focuses on delivering an intense multiplayer experience. Your goal is to liberate cursed places and survive the assault from the minions of Hell.

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: setting and combat.

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

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#14Monster Hunter Wilds

iRank74

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineMeleeCozyOpen WorldExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 48%· 318KRAWG👍 78%· 36MC90IGDB87· 6OC89· 203

Year 2025Dev CapcomPlaytime ~11hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, cozy, relaxing feel and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and visual novel storytelling, while skipping survival mechanics

Monster Hunter Wilds. The next generation in the genre defining series. Launching in 2025 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC/Steam.

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: setting and progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Bellwright.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

Co-opSoloOnlineMultiplayerMeleeDarkOpen WorldExplorationThird Person

Steam👍 67%· 25KIGDB68· 6OC68· 168

Year 2022Dev WB Games Montréal · WB GamesOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Bellwright: progression and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Bellwright.

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The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Bellwright, 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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Mass Effect 3

RPG · Action RPG

The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me

RPG · Action RPG

LEGO® The Incredibles

RPG · Action RPG

LEGO City Undercover

RPG · Action RPG

As Dusk Falls

RPG · Adventure

Marvel's Avengers

RPG · Action RPG

Orcs Must Die! 2

RPG · Tower Defense

LEGO Marvel's Avengers

RPG · Action RPG

LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens

RPG · Action RPG

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2

RPG · Action RPG

Nioh

RPG · Action RPG

Skara - The Blade Remains

RPG · Action RPG

DeathSpank: Thongs of Virtue

RPG · Action RPG

Stubbs the Zombie in Rebel Without a Pulse

RPG · Action RPG

Monster Hunter Generations

RPG · Action RPG

LEGO® Batman™: The Videogame

RPG · Action RPG

LEGO Batman Trilogy

RPG · Action RPG

Dauntless

RPG · Action RPG

Astral Chain

RPG · Action RPG

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RPG · Action RPG

Deadpool

RPG · Action RPG

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance

RPG · Adventure

Watchmen: The End is Nigh

RPG · Action RPG

The Baconing

RPG · Action RPG

Mass Effect: Andromeda

RPG · Shooter

Bayonetta 2

RPG · Action RPG

God of War: Ascension

RPG · Action RPG

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RPG · Action RPG

Panzar

RPG · MMO

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RPG · Adventure

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Bellwright?: The closest game to Bellwright is State of Decay 2, scoring 83/100 on our similarity scale. They share 13 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and deep simulation. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Bellwright?: The three closest games to Bellwright are: 1. State of Decay 2 (83/100, 13 shared attributes) 2. Once Human (82/100, 10 shared attributes) 3. Enshrouded (77/100, 14 shared attributes). All share Bellwright's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 20 dimensions.
Is Once Human similar to Bellwright?: Yes, very much so — Once Human scores 82/100 similarity to Bellwright. They share 10 attributes, including deep RPG systems and deep simulation. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Bellwright?: The best RPG games similar to Bellwright are State of Decay 2, Once Human, Enshrouded and Dead Rising 2. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Bellwright attributes like deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and deep simulation.
How is similarity to Bellwright calculated?: We compare Bellwright against every game in our catalog using 20 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 Bellwright experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to Bellwright?: Yes — World of Tanks Blitz is free and scores well on similarity to Bellwright. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.