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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 37 games similar to Chainsaw Warrior (Classic) down to the 9 that fit the “PlayStation” category. Darkest Dungeon®, Darkest Dungeon II and Invisible, Inc. top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Chainsaw Warrior (Classic).

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

The best games like Chainsaw Warrior (Classic) on PlayStation

9 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Chainsaw Warrior (Classic). Each one has been evaluated across 19 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®Closest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalDarkProceduralHorrorExplorationLoot2D

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: strong narrative focus, punishing difficulty and fantasy world, while skipping card game strategy

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.

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): setting.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalDarkProceduralHorrorExplorationLoot2D

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 strong narrative focus, fantasy world and historical setting, while skipping card game strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): setting.

Released 8 years after Chainsaw Warrior (Classic).

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalProceduralCyberpunkStealth

Steam👍 91%· 5.7KRAWG👍 65%· 346MC82IGDB86· 10OC83· 43

Year 2015Dev Klei EntertainmentPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · iOS

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

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus, while skipping card game strategy

Developed by the Canadian Klei Entertainment, Invisible Inc. is a turn-based strategy with elements of stealth and roguelike. The game takes place in a dystopian future: in 2074 and the huge multinational corporations seized power from the world government. Invisible Inc.

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): tone and visuals.

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#4Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten (DX edition)

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalDarkHorror2D

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, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping card game strategy

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.

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): setting and visuals.

Genre100Game mode100Combat74Tone73Visuals43Setting31

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTactical2DFantasyManagement

Steam👍 93%· 4.6KRAWG👍 66%· 95MC75IGDB72· 7OC76· 29

Year 2015Dev BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America · BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment USPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, fantasy world and resource management, while skipping card game strategy

Chroma Squad is a tactical role-playing video game. The game is influenced by tokusatsu TV shows, particularly the Super Sentai and Power Rangers. ###Tokusatsu The genre of tokusatsu TV shows is briefly defined as “a fantastic movie with special effects about superheroes”.

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): setting and progression.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalCyberpunkNarrativeFantasy

IGDB85· 4OC81· 25

Year 1997Dev Square Product Development Division 1 · Square EnixOn PlayStation 3

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

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, fantasy world and setting scifi, while skipping card game strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): tone and visuals.

It predates Chainsaw Warrior (Classic) by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7Shin Megami Tensei: NocturneClosest on tone

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalDarkHorrorNarrative

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 strong narrative focus, fantasy world and setting scifi, while skipping card game strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): visuals and setting.

It predates Chainsaw Warrior (Classic) by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Xenogears

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalPost-ApocalypticNarrativeFantasy

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Year 1998Dev Square Product Development Division 3 · Square Electronic ArtsOn PlayStation 3

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, fantasy world and setting scifi, while skipping card game strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): tone and visuals.

It predates Chainsaw Warrior (Classic) by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9The Banner Saga 3

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeFantasyHistorical

Steam👍 79%· 3.0KIGDB87· 9OC84· 70

Year 2018Dev Stoic · Versus EvilOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping card game strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Chainsaw Warrior (Classic): tone and setting.

Released 3 years after Chainsaw Warrior (Classic).

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