BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X

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We filtered the 50 games similar to BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X down to the 35 that fit the “Action RPG” category. Guacamelee! Gold Edition, Apotheon and STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜 top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X.

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Within the “Action RPG” category, the closest game to BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X is Guacamelee! Gold Edition — scoring 72/100 on our similarity scale. Apotheon and STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜 follow close behind.

#1Guacamelee! Gold Edition72 #2Apotheon66 #3STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜63 #4ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist57 #5Kirby Star Allies64

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The best action RPG games like BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X

35 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X. 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.

#1Guacamelee! Gold EditionClosest overall match

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Guacamelee! Gold Edition

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Co-opSoloMultiplayerExploration2D

Steam👍 93%· 6.0KRAWG👍 79%· 305MC88IGDB94· 2

Year 2013Playtime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, fighting mechanics and melee combat, while skipping roguelike runs

Guacamelee! Gold Edition is the enhanced edition of Guacamelee! that features all downloadable content for the original game and supports Steam Workshop to create and share custom character skins. In its core Guacamelee! is a 2D Metroidvania with platforming and brawling elements. Guacamelee!

Where it drifts furthest from BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: setting.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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Apotheon

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMultiplayerExploration2DMelee

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

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

✓ Like BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, strong narrative focus and melee combat, while skipping roguelike runs

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 BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: setting.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-FiExploration2DMelee

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

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

✓ Like BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, melee combat and setting cyberpunk, while skipping roguelike runs

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 BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: game mode.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Progression100Visuals100Setting63Game mode35

#4ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloExploration2DMeleeDark

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

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

✓ Shared with BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, dark, oppressive atmosphere and punishing difficulty, while skipping roguelike runs

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 BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: setting and game mode.

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#5Kirby Star AlliesClosest on game mode

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Kirby Star Allies

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-op2D

IGDB74· 12OC74· 96

Year 2018Dev HAL Laboratory · Nintendo of EuropeOn Switch

✓ Shared with BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: The Manhattan Project

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: The Manhattan Project

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-op2DFantasy

Year 1991Dev Konami

✓ Like BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with fantasy world, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Where it drifts furthest from BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: setting.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 35 years, with what that implies technically.

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Shinobi

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMultiplayer2D

IGDB60· 2

Year 1987Dev Team Shinobi · Asmik CorporationOn PC

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling.

≠ Missing: Metroidvania exploration.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 39 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode71

#8Bloodsports.TV

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Bloodsports.TV

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MultiplayerCo-opSoloPvPOnline

Steam👍 78%· 674MC69IGDB55· 1

Year 2015Dev FatsharkPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: MOBA team gameplay, sports simulation and survival mechanics, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Featured DLC About the GameTeam up Gladiators! New volunteers are incoming. Bloodsports.TV is a co-op top-down Hero Defense game. In this spin-off set in the world of Krater, take on waves of incoming enemies and bosses in this old school, fast-paced approach to strategic co-op games.

Where it drifts furthest from BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: setting.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode59Setting0

#9Mega Man Zero

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Mega Man Zero

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DPost-ApocalypticCyberpunk

Year 2002Dev Capcom

✓ Like BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, precision platforming and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Where it drifts furthest from BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: game mode and setting.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 24 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Setting48Game mode34

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Katana ZERO

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMeleeNarrative

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

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

✓ Shared with BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

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 BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: game mode and setting.

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#11Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in TimeClosest on setting

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-Fi2D

IGDB40

Year 1992Dev Konami

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi.

≠ Missing: Metroidvania exploration.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 34 years, with what that implies technically.

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61

Battletoads

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-Fi2D

OC73· 115

Year 1991Dev Rare · Masaya

✓ Like BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, melee combat and setting cyberpunk, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 35 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Setting63

#13Michael Jackson's Moonwalker

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Michael Jackson's Moonwalker

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-Fi2D

Year 1990Dev Emerald Software · U.S. GoldOn PC

✓ Like BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, combat magic and setting space, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 36 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Setting65

#14Captain Commando

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Captain Commando

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-Fi2D

Year 1991Dev Capcom

✓ Shared with BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming and offline, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 35 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Visuals100Game mode77

#15The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile

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The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Co-opSoloMultiplayer2DMelee

Steam👍 95%· 1.8KIGDB88· 4

Year 2017Dev Ska StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and co op

≠ Its own twist: fighting mechanics, horror tension and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Three marks remain. Embark on a blood soaked quest of vengeance as either Yuki, a machine-armed, mentally unraveling prisoner, or The Dishwasher, a relentless, reanimated samurai, against the corrupted leaders of society: the Banker, the General, and the Judge.

Where it drifts furthest from BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X: setting.

It predates BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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