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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 42 games similar to Elsword down to the 21 that fit the “Solo” category. Skyforge, Lost Ark and Mabinogi top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Elsword.

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Within the “Solo” category, the closest game to Elsword is Skyforge — scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. Lost Ark and Mabinogi follow close behind.

#1Skyforge79 #2Lost Ark75 #3Mabinogi70 #4Divine Souls F2P MMO68 #5MapleStory67

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The best solo games like Elsword

21 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Elsword. 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.

#1SkyforgeClosest overall match

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Skyforge

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreAction MMO

MultiplayerCo-opOnlineSoloPvPMeleeFantasyFree to Play

Steam👍 60%· 4.4KRAWG👍 15%· 248IGDB75· 1

Year 2017Dev Allods Team · My.ComPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are action MMORPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Where it differs: brings open world exploration, setting scifi and exploration and discovery, while skipping fighting mechanics

Skyforge is an open-world massively multiplayer online role-playing game. It is the second MMO RPG developed by Allods Team. The game is free-to-play but features microtransactions system that helps player advance at a faster pace.

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: visuals and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Elsword.

Released 7 years after Elsword.

Genre100Game mode100Setting39Combat34Visuals0

75

Lost Ark

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreAction MMO

MultiplayerOnlineSoloCo-opPvPMeleeFantasyFree to Play

Steam👍 70%· 203KRAWG👍 43%· 285MC81IGDB81· 4OC82· 44

Year 2022Dev Smilegate Entertainment · Amazon GamesPlaytime ~10hOn PC

✓ Fits the action MMORPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, skill tree progression and visual isometric, while skipping fighting mechanics

Explore seven vast, varied continents and the seas between them to find vibrant cultures, strange and fantastical beasts, and all the unexpected marvels waiting to be discovered.

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: tone and visuals.

Released 12 years after Elsword.

Genre100Game mode100Setting53Combat45Tone0Visuals0

#3MabinogiClosest on combat

70

Mabinogi

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

MultiplayerOnlineSoloCo-opPvPMeleeMagicRangedCasualAnimeFantasyFree to Play

Steam👍 74%· 4.1KIGDB70· 1

Year 2008Dev NEXON KOREA · NexonPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Elsword, it's known for deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, open world exploration and exploration and discovery, while skipping action RPG combat

Enter the mystical land of Erinn, where a century-old battle threatens the balance of the known world. Explore exotic locales, defeat mighty foes and follow the path to destiny.

Combat100Game mode100Setting100Tone84Genre75

#4Divine Souls F2P MMO

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Divine Souls F2P MMO

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

MultiplayerCo-opOnlineSoloPvPMeleeAnimeFree to Play

Steam👍 50%· 874

Year 2014Dev GamePrix · Suba GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Shared with Elsword: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings visual third person, while skipping vibe casual

Divine Souls is a real-time action RPG centered around completing dungeon instances by leveraging an extensive combat combos system. Gain experience from enemies to strengthen your character and to unlock additional moves that unleash additional combo options.

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: visuals and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Elsword.

Released 4 years after Elsword.

Game mode100Genre75Setting73Combat42Visuals0

#5MapleStoryClosest on visuals

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MapleStory

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

Co-opMultiplayerSoloOnlinePvPMagicRangedCasualCozyAnimeFantasy2DFree to Play

Steam👍 63%· 15KIGDB50· 1

Year 2003Dev Wizet · ShandaOn PC

✓ Shared with Elsword: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping action RPG combat

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Elsword.

Game mode100Setting100Combat86Genre75Tone71Visuals62

#6The Elder Scrolls® Online

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The Elder Scrolls® Online

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

MultiplayerOnlineSoloCo-opPvPMeleeMagicRangedFantasy

Steam👍 81%· 160KRAWG👍 63%· 134MC71IGDB70· 16OC71· 54

Year 2014Dev Zenimax Online Studios · Bethesda SoftworksPlaytime ~19hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Elsword, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings strong narrative focus, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration, while skipping fighting mechanics

Includes The Elder Scrolls Online base game and the Morrowind Chapter. Join over 10 million players in the award-winning online multiplayer RPG and experience an ever-expanding story set across Tamriel.

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: tone and visuals.

Released 4 years after Elsword.

Combat100Game mode100Genre75Setting57Tone0Visuals0

62

Neverwinter

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

MultiplayerCo-opSoloOnlinePvPRangedMeleeFantasyFree to Play

Steam👍 77%· 39KIGDB73· 11OC74· 34

Year 2013Dev Cryptic Studios · Perfect World EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Shared with Elsword: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with open world exploration, combat tactical and crafting mechanics, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: visuals.

Released 3 years after Elsword.

Game mode100Genre75Combat68Setting53Visuals0

60

Guild Wars

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlinePvPMagicMeleeRangedFantasy

IGDB90· 3

Year 2005Dev ArenaNet · NCSOFTOn PC

✓ Shared with Elsword: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, historical setting and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: tone and visuals.

Combat100Game mode100Genre75Setting27Tone0Visuals0

#9Shroud of the Avatar: Forsaken Virtues

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GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreSandbox MMO

MultiplayerOnlineSoloCo-opPvPMeleeFantasyFree to Play

Steam👍 53%· 3.2KRAWG👍 19%· 27

Year 2014Dev PortalariumPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like Elsword, it's known for deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, card game strategy and survival mechanics, while skipping fighting mechanics

WARNING: THIS GAME IS IN EARLY ACCESS. PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE IT UNLESS YOU WANT TO ACTIVELY SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT OF THE GAME VIA CROWD FUNDING, BUG TESTING, AND FEEDBACK. PLEASE ONLY PURCHASE IF YOU ARE ALSO PREPARED TO HANDLE SERIOUS ISSUES AND INCOMPLETE CONTENT.

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: tone and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Elsword.

Released 4 years after Elsword.

Game mode100Genre75Combat40Setting30Tone0Visuals0

#10The Lord of the Rings Online

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The Lord of the Rings Online

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

MultiplayerCo-opOnlineSoloPvPMeleeCozyFantasyFree to Play

Steam👍 81%· 23KIGDB90· 3

Year 2007Dev Standing Stone Games · Midway GamesOn PC · Mac

✓ If you enjoyed Elsword, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: survival mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: visuals and combat.

Game mode100Genre75Setting53Tone47Combat35Visuals0

#11Spiral KnightsClosest on tone

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Spiral Knights

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreAction MMO

MultiplayerCo-opOnlineSoloMeleeCasualCozyFree to Play

Steam👍 84%· 24KRAWG👍 31%· 144MC64IGDB51· 1

Year 2011Dev Grey HavensPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the action MMORPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with open world exploration, setting scifi and exploration and discovery, while skipping fighting mechanics

Spiral Knights is a massive online RPG developed by Three Rings Design. ###Setting The Spiral Knights awaken in an unknown world with their spaceship severely damaged. They take a break in the town of Haven and set out on their new mission.

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: setting and visuals.

Genre100Tone100Game mode90Combat40Setting0Visuals0

#12Torchlight III

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Torchlight III

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreAction MMO

MultiplayerCo-opOnlineSoloMeleeFantasy

Steam👍 47%· 11KIGDB66· 9OC64· 55

Year 2020Dev Echtra Games · Perfect World EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are action MMORPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: loot and gear systems, exploration and discovery and visual isometric, while skipping fighting mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: visuals and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Elsword.

Released 10 years after Elsword.

Genre100Game mode90Setting51Combat46Visuals0

61

Trove

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreSandbox MMO

MultiplayerOnlineSoloCo-opMeleeCasualFantasyFree to Play

Steam👍 80%· 93KRAWG👍 24%· 474MC65IGDB62· 1OC67· 12

Year 2015Dev Trion WorldsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Elsword, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, precision platforming and turn-based strategy, while skipping fighting mechanics

Trove mods come to the Steam Workshop!Trove’s modding community is one of our greatest assets. The creativity and passion shown by so many players allows endless customization and limitless imagination! To better support you, and your creations, we’re proud to bring modding to the Steam Workshop.

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: visuals and combat.

Released 5 years after Elsword.

Game mode90Tone83Genre75Setting53Combat37Visuals0

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Palia

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineCasualCozyFantasyFree to Play

Steam👍 86%· 42KIGDB87· 2OC78· 10

Year 2023Dev Singularity 6On Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Shared with Elsword: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, exploration and discovery and crafting mechanics, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: visuals.

Released 13 years after Elsword.

Tone100Game mode90Genre75Setting51Visuals0

#15FINAL FANTASY XIV Online

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FINAL FANTASY XIV Online

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

MultiplayerOnlineCo-opSoloMagicMeleeFantasy

Steam👍 87%· 84KRAWG👍 86%· 87MC82IGDB85· 9

Year 2010Dev Square EnixOn PC · PS

✓ If you enjoyed Elsword, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: JRPG narrative and systems, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping fighting mechanics

Set in the fantasy realm of Eorzea, players take control of a customized avatar as they explore the land and are caught up in both an invasion by the hostile Garlean Empire and the threat of the Primals, the deities of the land's Beastmen tribes.

Where it drifts furthest from Elsword: tone and visuals.

Game mode91Combat81Genre75Setting53Tone0Visuals0

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