33 Melee games like Between the Stars that you should try

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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.

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We filtered the 46 games similar to Between the Stars down to the 33 that fit the “Melee” category. 鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal, SteamWorld Heist and Invincible Presents: Atom Eve top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Between the Stars.

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The best melee games like Between the Stars

33 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Between the Stars. Each one has been evaluated across 18 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.

#1鬼谷八荒 Tale of ImmortalClosest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloTacticalMeleeSandbox WorldProceduralExploration

Steam👍 55%· 226K

Year 2021Dev 鬼谷工作室 · Lightning GamesPlaytime ~13hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed Between the Stars, expect deep RPG systems, deep simulation and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, visual novel storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping roguelike runs

Tale of Immortal is an open-world sandbox game based on Chinese mythology and cultivation. You will grow to become immortal, conquer the beasts from the Classic of Mountains and Season, make your choices carefully and grasp your own destiny.

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Between the Stars.

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#2SteamWorld HeistClosest on setting

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeTacticalSci-FiSpace

Steam👍 94%· 6.2KIGDB88· 12OC86· 63

Year 2015Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

≠ Stands apart with visual 2d, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: visuals.

It predates Between the Stars by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Invincible Presents: Atom Eve

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SoloTacticalMeleeSci-FiNarrative

Steam👍 95%· 568IGDB80· 1OC80· 10

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

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

≠ Stands apart with visual novel storytelling, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep simulation

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 Between the Stars: visuals and setting.

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#4X3: Terran Conflict

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSandbox WorldOpen WorldSpaceSci-FiExploration

Steam👍 85%· 2.8KRAWG👍 60%· 63MC73IGDB90· 1

Year 2008Dev EgosoftPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Between the Stars, expect deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings base building, resource management and social trading, while skipping adventure storytelling

A game from the X series of games. The whole series consists of four main games - X: Beyond the Frontier, X2: The Threat, X3: Reunion and X Rebirth - and the sequels to them. Sequels, which include X3: Terran Conflict, can be considered as stand-alone games, their difference from the "main" games is that the sequels develop the ideas that first appear in the "main" games.

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: progression.

It predates Between the Stars by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeProceduralExplorationCasual

Steam👍 97%· 150KRAWG👍 87%· 188OC90· 87

Year 2023Dev MINTROCKET · NexonPlaytime ~9hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Nintendo

✓ Shared with Between the Stars: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: vibe casual, vibe relaxing and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping sandbox freedom

Welcome to 'DAVE THE DIVER', a marine adventure set in the mysterious Blue Hole. Explore the sea with Dave by day, and run a sushi restaurant at night. Uncover the secrets of the Blue Hole, and unwrap this deep sea mystery involving 3 friends, each with distinct personalities. New adventures await.

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: visuals and progression.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeProceduralRangedFantasy

Steam👍 80%· 255MC65

Year 2008Dev Tilted Mill EntertainmentPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Between the Stars, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and roguelike runs

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, real-time strategy and ranged combat, while skipping sandbox freedom

June 11, 2009 - Update Two new playable Orc classes: Lord (Warrior) or Shaman. Expanded gameplay: Orcs consume twice as much food, learn martial skills faster, manufacture items slower, and the Shaman uses totems to summon creatures. Several new items regardless of character class.

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: setting and progression.

It predates Between the Stars by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7ChasmClosest on progression

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeProceduralExplorationFantasy

Steam👍 73%· 2.7KIGDB70· 8OC72· 39

Year 2018Dev Bit Kid, Inc.On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Between the Stars, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and roguelike runs

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and fantasy world, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: setting and visuals.

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#8South Park: The Fractured But Whole

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeOpen WorldExplorationDark

Steam👍 85%· 33KIGDB85· 18OC82· 182

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

✓ Shared with Between the Stars: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, strong narrative focus and setting cartoon, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: setting and visuals.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiExplorationCyberpunk

Steam👍 81%· 4.2KRAWG👍 54%· 333MC78IGDB78· 16OC77· 62

Year 2012Dev Capcom · SEGAPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Between the Stars, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping deep simulation

Strider is a platforming hack and slash game developed by Double Helix Games. The game is a reboot of 1989 title, yet the developers didn't intend the game to be viewed as one. The title retells the original game's story.

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: visuals and setting.

It predates Between the Stars by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10Dex

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeOpen WorldSci-FiExploration

Steam👍 87%· 3.5KIGDB69· 8OC74· 19

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

✓ Shared with Between the Stars: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: visuals and setting.

It predates Between the Stars by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#11Islets

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeOpen WorldExplorationNarrative

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

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

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

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

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 Between the Stars: setting and visuals.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiNarrativeCasual

Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65

Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Between the Stars, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, puzzle design and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: visuals and setting.

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#13Katana ZERO

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiNarrativeDark

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

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

✓ Shared with Between the Stars: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, precision platforming and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

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 Between the Stars: visuals and setting.

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#14Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DPixel Art

Year 1990Dev Tecmo Koei Games

✓ Like Between the Stars, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, precision platforming and visual 2d, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Between the Stars: visuals.

It predates Between the Stars by 34 years, with what that implies technically.

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#15ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeExplorationDarkHardcore

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

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

✓ Shared with Between the Stars: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming, while skipping deep simulation

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 Between the Stars: setting and visuals.

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