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We filtered the 50 games similar to Epistory: Typing Chronicles down to the 11 that fit the “Xbox” category. Tunic, Anodyne and Crypt Custodian top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Epistory: Typing Chronicles.

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The best games like Epistory: Typing Chronicles on Xbox

11 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Epistory: Typing Chronicles. Each one has been evaluated across 13 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.

#1TunicClosest overall match

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SoloMeleeNarrativeOpen WorldFantasyExplorationIsometricTop-Down

Steam👍 91%· 17KIGDB89· 5OC85· 120

Year 2022Dev Andrew Shouldice · FinjiOn Xbox · PS4 · Switch

✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, puzzle design and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, Metroidvania exploration and punishing difficulty, while skipping combat magic

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: tone.

Released 6 years after Epistory: Typing Chronicles.

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Steam GOG Epic

#2Anodyne

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SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExplorationTop-DownIsometric

Steam👍 85%· 1.6KRAWG👍 47%· 73MC75IGDB70· 5OC69· 13

Year 2013Dev Analgesic ProductionsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, precision platforming and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping open world exploration

In this unique Zelda-lite game, explore and fight your way through surreal and creepy, nature, urban and abstract themed areas in the human Young's subconscious, evoked by a 16-bit-era visual style and a moody, dream-like soundtrack. Created by Sean Han Tani and Joni Kittaka.

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: tone and progression.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 97%· 2.9KRAWG👍 86%· 21IGDB80· 2OC83· 27

Year 2024Dev Kyle Thompson · H2 Interactive CoPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming, while skipping combat magic

Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto- a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworlds janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Released 8 years after Epistory: Typing Chronicles.

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Steam GOG

#4Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion

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SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExplorationTop-DownIsometric

Steam👍 95%· 14KIGDB77· 3OC72· 32

Year 2021Dev Snoozy Kazoo · Graffiti GamesOn Xbox · PS4 · Linux

✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, puzzle design and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings horror tension, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual, while skipping open world exploration

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: tone.

Released 5 years after Epistory: Typing Chronicles.

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Steam GOG Epic

#5Minit

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 89%· 2.8KIGDB78· 7OC80· 67

Year 2018Dev Jan Willem Nijman · Devolver DigitalOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with cozy, relaxing feel, visual pixel and visual 2d, while skipping open world exploration

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: combat and visuals.

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Steam GOG Epic

#6Pillars of EternityClosest on progression

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SoloMagicNarrativeOpen WorldFantasySkill TreeExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 88%· 26KIGDB81· 6OC89· 71

Year 2015Dev Obsidian EntertainmentOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere and combat tactical, while skipping puzzle design

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Steam

#7Shadowrun ReturnsClosest on tone

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMagicNarrativeFantasySkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 88%· 14KIGDB73· 8

Year 2013Dev Harebrained SchemesOn Xbox · PS4 · Linux

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

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, combat tactical and setting cyberpunk, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: setting.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 93%· 21KIGDB87· 11OC88· 140

Year 2021Dev Acid Nerve · Devolver DigitalOn Xbox · PS4 · Android

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

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

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: tone and visuals.

Released 5 years after Epistory: Typing Chronicles.

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Steam GOG Epic

#9Bastion

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 95%· 38KIGDB90· 8OC88· 59

Year 2011Dev Supergiant Games · WB GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, ranged combat and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: progression and combat.

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Steam GOG Xbox

#10WARTILE

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 75%· 711IGDB60· 1OC72· 22

Year 2017Dev Deck13 Interactive · Deck13Playtime ~1hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, turn-based strategy and card game strategy, while skipping puzzle design

A miniature Universe coming to life Experience a living, breathing tabletop video game that invites the player into a Viking fantasy universe inspired by Norse mythology. Fresh and innovative combat system Wartile is a cool down based game that keeps the action going, but still leaves you just enough time to plan your next move or play a figurine ability or special power card.

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: setting and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Epistory: Typing Chronicles.

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Steam GOG Xbox

#11Dungeon Defenders IIClosest on combat

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMeleeMagicIsometricMultiplayer

On Xbox

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, melee combat and combat magic

≠ Its own twist: tower defense planning, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping adventure storytelling

Turbocharge your heroes by getting more currency, cosmetics and a special pet. This pack may only be purchased once per account. To redeem the items contained in the pack, visit and interact with the Mailbox in the Heroes Marketplace or Private Tavern.

Where it drifts furthest from Epistory: Typing Chronicles: game mode.

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