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Dex is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and open world exploration in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 15 gameplay attributes and found 46 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. Super Castlevania IV, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound and Viewtiful Joe lead the list, with Super Castlevania IV reaching a 91/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Dex special.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

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NarrativeDarkSolo

Year 2015Dev Dreadlocks Ltd.

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The closest game to Dex is Super Castlevania IV — scoring 91/100 on our similarity scale. NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound and Viewtiful Joe follow close behind.

#1Super Castlevania IV91 #2NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound92 #3Viewtiful Joe92 #4Katana ZERO90 #5KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX91

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46 similar games found

#1Super Castlevania IV

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Super Castlevania IV

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloDarkNarrative2DHorror

IGDB100· 1

Year 1991Dev Konami

✓ Like Dex, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat and horror setting, while skipping adventure storytelling

#2NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

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NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Solo2DPixel Art

Steam👍 93%· 2.5KRAWG👍 90%· 20IGDB86· 7OC86· 131

Year 2025Dev The Game Kitchen · DotEmuPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Dex, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

#3Viewtiful Joe

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Viewtiful Joe

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Solo2D

IGDB90· 1

Year 2003Dev Team Viewtiful · Capcom

✓ Shared with Dex: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, while skipping adventure storytelling

90

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Katana ZERO

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkCyberpunkSci-FiPixel Art2D

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

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

✓ Shared with Dex: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat and punishing difficulty, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

#5KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

91

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KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

RAWG👍 84%· 44MC83

Year 2000Dev AtlusOn PS

✓ Shared with Dex: deep RPG systems, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, while skipping adventure storytelling

#6STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiCyberpunkExploration2D

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

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

✓ Like Dex, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, while skipping strong narrative focus

#7SteamWorld Heist

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SteamWorld Heist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-Fi2DTactical

Steam👍 94%· 6.2KIGDB88· 12OC86· 63

Year 2015Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Dex, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, combat tactical and setting space, while skipping precision platforming

#8Invincible Presents: Atom Eve

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Invincible Presents: Atom Eve

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkSci-Fi2D

Steam👍 95%· 568IGDB80· 1OC80· 10

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

✓ Like Dex, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with visual novel storytelling, turn-based strategy and combat tactical, while skipping precision platforming

#9Mega Man Zero

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Mega Man Zero

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-FiCyberpunk2DPost-Apocalyptic

Year 2002Dev Capcom

✓ Like Dex, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, shooter and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

#10Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

90

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Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloStealthMelee2DRanged

Steam👍 74%· 3.8KIGDB70· 8OC67· 53

Year 2015Dev Climax Studios · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Shared with Dex: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with ranged combat, historical setting and fantasy world, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

#11The Longest Journey

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The Longest Journey

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloNarrativeDarkSci-FiCyberpunk2D

Steam👍 90%· 2.1KIGDB90· 1

Year 1999Dev FuncomOn PC · iOS

✓ Like Dex, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, combat magic and fantasy world, while skipping precision platforming

#12Castlevania: Bloodlines

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Castlevania: Bloodlines

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloNarrativeDark2DLoot

Year 1994Dev Konami

✓ Shared with Dex: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, loot and gear systems and skill tree progression, while skipping adventure storytelling

#13South Park: The Fractured But Whole

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South Park: The Fractured But Whole

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDarkNarrativeOpen WorldExploration2D

Steam👍 85%· 33KIGDB85· 18OC82· 182

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

✓ Shared with Dex: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy and setting cartoon, while skipping precision platforming

Steam Epic Xbox

84

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Below Kryll

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeOpen WorldExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 89%· 105

Year 2015Dev Team KryllPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Dex, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

#15ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDarkNarrativeExploration2D

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

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

✓ Shared with Dex: deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, punishing difficulty and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping open world exploration

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Dex?: The closest game to Dex is Super Castlevania IV, scoring 91/100 on our similarity scale. They share 6 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, precision platforming and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Dex?: The three closest games to Dex are: 1. Super Castlevania IV (91/100, 6 shared attributes) 2. NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound (92/100, 6 shared attributes) 3. Viewtiful Joe (92/100, 4 shared attributes). All share Dex's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 46 candidates across 15 dimensions.
Is NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound similar to Dex?: Yes, very much so — NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound scores 92/100 similarity to Dex. They share 6 attributes, including deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Dex?: The best RPG games similar to Dex are Super Castlevania IV, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound, Viewtiful Joe and Katana ZERO. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Dex attributes like deep RPG systems, precision platforming and single-player focus.
How is similarity to Dex calculated?: We compare Dex against every game in our catalog using 15 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Dex experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.