14 Dark games like Brutal Orchestra that you should try

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We filtered the 34 games similar to Brutal Orchestra down to the 14 that fit the “Dark” category. Darkest Dungeon II, Darkest Dungeon® and Derelict Star top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Brutal Orchestra.

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The best dark games like Brutal Orchestra

14 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Brutal Orchestra. Each one has been evaluated across 14 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.

#1Darkest Dungeon IIClosest overall match

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TacticalDarkNarrativeProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 75%· 26KIGDB83· 5OC81· 78

Year 2023Dev Red Hook StudiosOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world, horror setting and historical setting, while skipping vibe casual

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

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TacticalDarkNarrativeProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 92%· 159KRAWG👍 86%· 1.4KMC84IGDB83· 10OC84· 80

Year 2016Dev Red Hook StudiosPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Its own twist: horror tension, punishing difficulty and fantasy world, while skipping vibe casual

Darkest Dungeon is a roguelike RPG developed by Red Hook Studios. The works of Howard Lovecraft served as the main inspiration for the game which addresses the themes of fear and psychological trauma.

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

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TacticalNarrativeDarkProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 74%· 2.9KRAWG👍 44%· 62

Year 2018Dev Snowhound Games · 1C CompanyPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, setting scifi and setting space, while skipping vibe casual

In a grim dystopian future, where mankind has scattered across the galaxy and the human society has split into two distinct classes, you are a poor stateless outcast forced to live off scraps from derelict alien stations and ships in the outer space, yet you dream of becoming a privileged citizen…

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

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#4Loop HeroClosest on visuals

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TacticalNarrativeDarkProceduralPixel Art2D

Steam👍 93%· 36KIGDB85· 7OC84· 85

Year 2021Dev Four Quarters · Devolver DigitalOn Xbox · Linux · Android

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, fantasy world and single-player focus, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: progression.

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

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#5Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten (DX edition)

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalNarrativeDark2DPixel Art

Steam👍 95%· 3.5KRAWG👍 82%· 34

Year 2012Dev Level Up LabsOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with tower defense planning, fantasy world and setting medieval, while skipping roguelike runs

Defender's Quest is a Tower-Defense/RPG Hybrid that focuses on tactical depth, customization, and story. That means no random encounters, no spikey-haired emo kids, no forced time sinks, and no tedious, repetitive battles.

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

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#6Armello

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TacticalDarkNarrative2DPvP

Steam👍 82%· 16KIGDB73· 6OC79· 59

Year 2015Dev League of GeeksOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, deep simulation and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: visuals.

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

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#7Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkNarrativeSoloHorror

Year 2004Dev AtlusOn PlayStation 3

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Stands apart with horror setting, fantasy world and setting scifi, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: visuals.

It predates Brutal Orchestra by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Sword of the Stars: The Pit

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TacticalDarkProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 84%· 1.6KRAWG👍 52%· 56MC68IGDB70· 1

Year 2013Dev Kerberos ProductionsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Stands apart with survival mechanics, melee combat and setting scifi, while skipping vibe casual

A deadly plague ravages your world. Your last hope: a legendary alien facility dug deep into the Feldspar Mountains...a massive Pit, built by the ancient Suul'ka. If 'The Pit' really exists, there might be something left. Something that will give your doctors a fighting chance at the cure.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: tone and visuals.

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

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

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#9Chainsaw Warrior (Classic)

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TacticalDarkProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 62%· 105

Year 2015Dev Auroch DigitalPlaytime ~4hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, survival mechanics and real-time strategy, while skipping vibe casual

Chainsaw Warrior: Lords of the Night is a new chapter for Games Workshop's cult classic! Based on the original Chainsaw Warrior board game, this sequel adds new layers of intensity to the game's unique formula.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: tone.

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

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#10KeeperRL

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkProceduralExplorationSolo

Steam👍 84%· 1.8K

Year 2015Dev Michal BrzozowskiPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and survival mechanics, while skipping vibe casual

KeeperRL is an ambitious dungeon simulator with roguelike and RPG elements. Take the role of an evil wizard and study the methods of black magic. Equip your minions and explore the world, murder innocent villagers and burn their homes.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: visuals and progression.

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

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Steam GOG

#11Gorky 17

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkSoloHorrorSci-Fi

Steam👍 81%· 2.2KRAWG👍 61%· 188IGDB80· 1

Year 1999Dev Hyperion Entertainment · Topware Interactive ACEPlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, horror setting and setting scifi, while skipping roguelike runs

Gorky 17 is a role-playing game set in a fictional polish town of Gorky 17. The town was attacked by mutants and destroyed. Several years after these events a NATO group disappeared near Gorky 17. You take control of the second team sent to find missing allies.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: visuals and tone.

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

It predates Brutal Orchestra by 22 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12King's Bounty: Warriors of the North

iRank75

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkSoloFantasyHistorical

Steam👍 80%· 2.0KRAWG👍 69%· 113MC74

Year 2012Dev 1C-SoftClub · 1C CompanyPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world, historical setting and setting medieval, while skipping roguelike runs

King’s Bounty: Warriors of the North is the next chapter in the cult RPG/adventure saga.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: visuals and tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

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

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Steam GOG

#13Blackguards

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkSoloFantasySkill Tree

Steam👍 62%· 3.9KRAWG👍 33%· 87MC68IGDB67· 5OC66· 32

Year 2014Dev Daedalic EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world, single-player focus and skill tree progression, while skipping roguelike runs

Blackguards is a tactical RPG based on pen and paper game The Dark Eye and followed by the sequel, Blackguards 2. The protagonist of the game is blamed for killing a princess. To prove his innocence he starts an adventure and investigates the murder.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: progression and visuals.

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

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkSoloIsometric

Steam👍 75%· 7.6KIGDB84· 11OC82· 121

Year 2020Dev Splash Damage · Xbox Game StudiosOn Xbox · PC

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: single-player focus and visual isometric, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: visuals and tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

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