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Elex 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 17 gameplay attributes and found 54 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. God of War, Infamous 2 and Stellar Blade lead the list, with God of War reaching a 97/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Elex special.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG
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NarrativeHardcoreSolo
Year 2017Dev Piranha Bytes

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The closest game to Elex is God of War — scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. Infamous 2 and Stellar Blade follow close behind.

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54 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
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iRank94
God of War
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloFantasyHistoricalThird Person
OC94· 256
Year 2009Dev SCE Santa Monica Studio · Sony Computer EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, while skipping strong narrative focus

99
iRank85
Infamous 2
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloOpen WorldExplorationThird Person
IGDB85· 6
Year 2011Dev Sucker Punch Productions · Sony Computer EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat and puzzle design, while skipping strong narrative focus

97
iRank89
Stellar Blade
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloSci-FiPost-ApocalypticSkill TreeThird Person
Steam👍 94%· 87KIGDB86· 8OC81· 168
Year 2024Dev SHIFT UP · Sony Interactive EntertainmentOn PC · PS5

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat and loot and gear systems, while skipping strong narrative focus

96
iRank88
Bayonetta
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloFantasyThird Person
IGDB91· 15OC85· 51
Year 2009Dev Nex Entertainment · SegaOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: adventure storytelling, fantasy world and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, shooter and third-person shooting, while skipping deep RPG systems

96
iRank87
Bayonetta 3
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloFantasyThird Person
IGDB90· 4OC85· 142
Year 2022Dev PlatinumGames · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, shooter and third-person shooting, while skipping strong narrative focus

Darksiders: Warmastered Edition
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMeleeDarkNarrativeHardcoreOpen WorldFantasyPost-ApocalypticExplorationThird Person
Steam👍 88%· 18KIGDB81· 11OC77· 63
Year 2016Dev Kaiko · Nordic Games GroupOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design, while skipping combat tactical

96
iRank81
Devil May Cry
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloFantasyThird Person
IGDB85· 4OC77· 12
Year 2001Dev Capcom Production Studio 4 · Capcom

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, while skipping strong narrative focus

Zenless Zone Zero
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloFantasySci-FiThird PersonFree to Play
IGDB73· 4OC75· 40
Year 2024Dev miHoYoOn Xbox · Android · PC

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat and free to play, while skipping strong narrative focus

96
iRank80
Maneater
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMeleeDarkNarrativeOpen WorldExplorationThird Person
Steam👍 87%· 25KIGDB73· 14OC71· 168
Year 2020Dev Blindside Interactive · Deep SilverOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat and deep simulation, while skipping punishing difficulty

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II - The Sith Lords
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMeleeTacticalNarrativeOpen WorldSci-FiExplorationSkill TreeThird Person
Steam👍 94%· 26KIGDB86· 6OC77· 22
Year 2004Dev Obsidian Entertainment · LucasArtsOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, setting space and visual first person, while skipping punishing difficulty

Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMeleeDarkHardcoreNarrativeFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 87%· 21KRAWG👍 89%· 566IGDB80· 8OC84· 29
Year 2015Dev CapcomPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, fighting mechanics and horror setting, while skipping open world exploration

The Amazing Spider-Man
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloOpen WorldExplorationThird Person
IGDB65· 6
Year 2012Dev Beenox · ActivisionOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and open world exploration

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

94
iRank89
Onimusha: Warlords
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMeleeDarkNarrativeFantasyHistoricalThird Person
Steam👍 94%· 3.3KRAWG👍 92%· 103MC86IGDB75· 8
Year 2001Dev Capcom · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, survival mechanics and horror tension, while skipping punishing difficulty

95
iRank84
NINJA GAIDEN 4
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloThird Person
Steam👍 89%· 9.0KRAWG👍 84%· 31IGDB77· 4OC82· 146
Year 2025Dev Platinum Games · Xbox Game StudiosPlaytime ~15hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, while skipping strong narrative focus

Enslaved: Odyssey to the West
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMeleeNarrativePost-ApocalypticSci-FiThird Person
Steam👍 86%· 8.1KIGDB82· 9
Year 2010Dev Ninja Theory · Namco Bandai GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, precision platforming and puzzle design, while skipping punishing difficulty

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Elex?
The closest game to Elex is God of War, scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. They share 6 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Elex?
The three closest games to Elex are: 1. God of War (97/100, 6 shared attributes) 2. Infamous 2 (99/100, 6 shared attributes) 3. Stellar Blade (97/100, 7 shared attributes). All share Elex's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 54 candidates across 17 dimensions.
Is Infamous 2 similar to Elex?
Yes, very much so — Infamous 2 scores 99/100 similarity to Elex. 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 Elex?
The best RPG games similar to Elex are God of War, Infamous 2, Stellar Blade and Bayonetta 3. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Elex attributes like deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and single-player focus.
How is similarity to Elex calculated?
We compare Elex against every game in our catalog using 17 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 Elex experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.