63
iRank88
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonNarrativeSci-FiIsometric
Steam👍 90%· 17KIGDB87· 5OC86· 115
Year 2025Dev 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5
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The best games like Cairn on PC
22 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Cairn. Each one has been evaluated across 6 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.
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonMeleeNarrativeSci-Fi
Steam👍 88%· 9.2KIGDB78· 5OC74· 67
Year 2019Dev KeokeN Interactive · Wired ProductionsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloTacticalHardcoreProceduralSpace
Steam👍 95%· 78KRAWG👍 88%· 964MC84IGDB91· 2
Year 2012Dev Subset GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh
✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, deep simulation and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and procedural generation, while skipping sports simulation
FTL: Faster Than Light is a roguelike strategy game set in space civil war in the Galactic Federation. You control a spaceship that has to deliver an essential package of data to the Federation headquarters. This data can help defeat the rebel’s army and finish the war.
Where it drifts furthest from Cairn: visuals.
It predates Cairn by 14 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals0
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloNarrativeOpen WorldSandbox WorldPost-Apocalyptic
Steam👍 89%· 122KRAWG👍 78%· 881MC76IGDB82· 5OC77· 53
Year 2014Dev Hinterland StudioPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation
≠ Stands apart with shooter, first-person shooting and sandbox freedom, while skipping sports simulation
The Long Dark is a game about surviving in the unforgiving conditions of frozen North Canadian taiga. The Arctic wilderness may be breathtakingly beautiful, thanks to the game’s artful visual style, but it is also deadly.
Where it drifts furthest from Cairn: visuals.
It predates Cairn by 12 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals0
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonMultiplayerCo-opNarrative
Steam👍 92%· 138KIGDB81· 4OC75· 26
Year 2019Dev System Era SoftworksOn PS4 · PC · PS5
✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation
≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping sports simulation
Where it drifts furthest from Cairn: game mode.
Genre100Visuals100Game mode31
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonStealthMeleeNarrative
IGDB88· 3
Year 2003Dev Team Silent · KonamiOn PC
✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping sports simulation
It predates Cairn by 23 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonMeleeNarrativeProcedural
Steam👍 76%· 7.3KIGDB77· 17OC75· 91
Year 2016Dev The Molasses FloodOn PS4 · PC · Mac
✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, strong narrative focus and procedural generation, while skipping sports simulation
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Cairn.
It predates Cairn by 10 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonMeleeDarkNarrative
Steam👍 69%· 2.1KRAWG👍 31%· 96MC54IGDB61· 4
Year 2011Dev Telltale GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · iOS
✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping sports simulation
Security systems have failed and the creatures of the park roam free. Now, a rogue corporation will stop at nothing to acquire the dinosaur embryos stolen and lost by Dennis Nedry.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Cairn.
It predates Cairn by 15 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonNarrativeCasualDark
Steam👍 77%· 8.3KIGDB66· 7
Year 2015Dev Mojang StudiosOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Android
✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, strong narrative focus and vibe casual, while skipping sports simulation
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Cairn.
It predates Cairn by 11 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals63
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonDarkHorrorFirst Person
IGDB72· 2
Year 2004Dev Team Silent · KonamiOn PlayStation 3 · PC
✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, horror setting and visual first person, while skipping sports simulation
It predates Cairn by 22 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals62
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonMeleeTacticalModern
Year 2024Dev Murat Doğançay · Butik Game StudiosOn PC
✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, melee combat and combat tactical, while skipping sports simulation
Feature List6 different characters you can play with 8 Interface Languages 6 different Alphabets (ABC) 3 difficulties suitable for all ages (Easy 7-12, Normal 9-15, Hard 15+) Intra-word usage and pronunciation for each letter About the GameLanguage Learning Simulator - Alphabet is an educational…
Where it drifts furthest from Cairn: visuals.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals39
#12ARMORED HEAD
50
iRank98
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloRangedMeleeHardcoreNarrative
Steam👍 98%· 1.3K
Year 2020Dev Egor RezenovPlaytime ~2hOn PC
✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, strong narrative focus and ranged combat, while skipping sports simulation
ARMORED HEAD is a miniature shooter, where all the action takes place in one arena. The main character is a gladiator who fights against his opponents in pursuit of the grand prize. His task is to defeat 30 waves of opponents, unravel all the secrets of the arena, and win the gold cup.
Where it drifts furthest from Cairn: visuals.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals0
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloNarrativeDarkOpen WorldSci-Fi
Steam👍 89%· 9.4KIGDB79· 5OC73· 85
Year 2023Dev Starward Industries · 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5
✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration, while skipping sports simulation
Where it drifts furthest from Cairn: visuals.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals0
#14Domestic Dog
50
iRank81
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloCasualCozyNarrativeOpen World
Steam👍 81%· 491
Year 2015Dev Sean DavyPlaytime ~4hOn PC
✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, deep simulation and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping sports simulation
Warning: Content Below may not be suitable for Cats, any similarities to real dogs is purely coincidental. In Domestic Dog, you take control of a randomized dog in a randomized house and survive the harsh domestic life! Explore the city and interact with the world for discover items and secrets.
Where it drifts furthest from Cairn: visuals.
It predates Cairn by 11 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals0
#15Dino Crisis
50
iRank60
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloDarkNarrativeHorrorSci-Fi
IGDB60· 1
Year 1999Dev Capcom Planning Room 2 · CapcomOn PlayStation 3 · PC
✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, shooter and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping sports simulation
Where it drifts furthest from Cairn: visuals.
It predates Cairn by 27 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals0
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