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Looking for games like Ghostrunner? We analyzed its gameplay DNA — deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and melee combat — against over 6,700 titles. These 44 alternatives are ranked by real similarity, not marketing tags. Ninja Gaiden Sigma leads with 97/100, followed by the rest of the list.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike
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HardcoreDarkSolo
Year 2020Dev 3D Realms

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The closest game to Ghostrunner is Ninja Gaiden Sigma — scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. Juice Galaxy and Surgeon Simulator 2013 follow close behind.

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Top games similar to Ghostrunner

44 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Ghostrunner. Each one has been evaluated across 16 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.

Ninja Gaiden Sigma
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeRangedDarkHardcore
Steam👍 83%· 2.8KIGDB90· 5
Year 2007Dev Team NINJA · Eidos InteractiveOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings combat magic and visual third person, while skipping first-person shooting

Juice Galaxy
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeRelaxing
Steam👍 98%· 10K
Year 2023Dev fishlicka · J4D3DPlaytime ~17hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, strong narrative focus and vibe relaxing, while skipping first-person shooting

Surgeon Simulator 2013
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkFirst Person
Steam👍 82%· 17KIGDB81· 5
Year 2013Dev Bossa StudiosOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, deep simulation and vibe casual, while skipping action RPG combat

Nine Sols
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkSci-Fi
Steam👍 94%· 40KIGDB89· 3OC86· 51
Year 2024Dev Red Candle GamesOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping first-person shooting

Lies of P
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkSci-Fi
Steam👍 92%· 78KIGDB86· 10OC82· 161
Year 2023Dev Round8 Studio · NeowizOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings strong narrative focus, open world exploration and horror setting, while skipping first-person shooting

Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkPost-Apocalyptic
Steam👍 94%· 44KIGDB79· 5OC85· 65
Year 2021Dev adglobe · Binary Haze InteractiveOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping first-person shooting

Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkFantasy
Steam👍 94%· 4.5KIGDB80· 3OC80· 30
Year 2018Dev Inti CreatesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, fantasy world and setting anime, while skipping first-person shooting

Black Gunner Wukong: Prologue
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkNarrative
Steam👍 97%· 1.2MRAWG👍 85%· 169IGDB88· 4
Year 2024Dev Game ScienceOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings strong narrative focus, setting mythology and fantasy world, while skipping first-person shooting

The Surge
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkSci-FiPost-Apocalyptic
Steam👍 75%· 12KIGDB72· 11OC73· 131
Year 2017Dev Deck13 Interactive · Focus EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, open world exploration and exploration and discovery, while skipping first-person shooting

Touhou Luna Nights
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloRangedMeleeHardcoreMagic
Steam👍 97%· 15KRAWG👍 78%· 99IGDB88· 1
Year 2018Dev Team Ladybug · AGM PLAYISMPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, combat magic and setting anime, while skipping first-person shooting

Black Myth: Wukong
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkNarrative
Steam👍 97%· 1.2MRAWG👍 85%· 169IGDB88· 4OC82· 105
Year 2024Dev Game ScienceOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, setting mythology and fantasy world, while skipping first-person shooting

Dungeon Munchies
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeRangedHardcorePost-Apocalyptic
Steam👍 97%· 7.1KIGDB46· 1OC56· 13
Year 2019Dev maJAJaPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: setting anime, fantasy world and exploration and discovery, while skipping fighting mechanics

Blasphemous
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkFantasy
Steam👍 90%· 63KIGDB78· 4OC79· 77
Year 2019Dev The Game KitchenOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, horror tension and fantasy world, while skipping first-person shooting

The Surge 2
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkSci-FiCyberpunk
Steam👍 76%· 9.3KIGDB74· 12OC77· 125
Year 2019Dev Deck13 Interactive · Focus EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: open world exploration, multiplayer gameplay and exploration and discovery, while skipping first-person shooting

Another Crab's Treasure
RPGAction RPGSoulslike
SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkNarrative
Steam👍 93%· 21KIGDB77· 3OC78· 70
Year 2024Dev Aggro Crab GamesOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, cozy, relaxing feel and open world exploration, while skipping first-person shooting

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Ghostrunner?
The closest game to Ghostrunner is Ninja Gaiden Sigma, scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Ghostrunner?
The three closest games to Ghostrunner are: 1. Ninja Gaiden Sigma (97/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Juice Galaxy (93/100, 6 shared attributes) 3. Surgeon Simulator 2013 (96/100, 6 shared attributes). All share Ghostrunner's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 44 candidates across 16 dimensions.
Is Juice Galaxy similar to Ghostrunner?
Yes, very much so — Juice Galaxy scores 93/100 similarity to Ghostrunner. They share 6 attributes, including deep RPG systems and action RPG combat. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Ghostrunner?
The best RPG games similar to Ghostrunner are Ninja Gaiden Sigma, Juice Galaxy, Surgeon Simulator 2013 and Nine Sols. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Ghostrunner attributes like deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling.
How is similarity to Ghostrunner calculated?
We compare Ghostrunner against every game in our catalog using 16 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 Ghostrunner experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.