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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentHow this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

We filtered the 42 games similar to Grounded 2 down to the 10 that fit the “RPG” category. Dying Light: The Beast, Russian Fishing 4 and Valheim top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Grounded 2.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival
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SoloMultiplayer
Year 2025Dev Obsidian Entertainment

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Within the “RPG” category, the closest game to Grounded 2 is Dying Light: The Beast — scoring 76/100 on our similarity scale. Russian Fishing 4 and Valheim follow close behind.

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The best rPG games like Grounded 2

10 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Grounded 2. Each one has been evaluated across 8 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.

#1Dying Light: The Beast
Dying Light: The Beast
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opFirst PersonDark
Steam👍 87%· 68KIGDB82· 7OC81· 126
Year 2025Dev TechlandOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, horror setting and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping visual third person

Genre100Game mode100Visuals71
#2Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerSoloCo-opFirst PersonOnline
Steam👍 59%· 86KRAWG👍 31%· 73
Year 2018Dev Russian FishingPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sports simulation and vibe casual, while skipping visual third person

Russian Fishing 4 dynamic and engaging fishing simulator that features unique natural physics, conditions and fish behavior. 50+ Fish species. 8 Lakes and rivers. Spinning, Bait casting, Feeder and Float fishing. Players ratings, achievements and statistics. Dozens of fishing techniques.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Grounded 2.

Genre100Game mode77Visuals72
Valheim
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
Co-opMultiplayerSoloThird PersonOnline
Steam👍 94%· 534KRAWG👍 77%· 642IGDB90· 1OC85· 19
Year 2021Dev Dvoid · Coffee StainPlaytime ~12hOn PC · Linux

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, punishing difficulty and open world exploration, while skipping visual first person

Prove your worth! Are you worthy of entering Valhalla? You have been sent to Valheim, the 10th Norse world. Only by defeating the mighty beasts of these lands will you win the favor of the gods. This quest will take you to the far reaches of this world, from the deepest forest to the highest mountain peak.

Genre100Game mode75Visuals64
Staxel
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineCozy
Steam👍 79%· 4.8KRAWG👍 29%· 45IGDB56· 3OC58· 11
Year 2019Dev Plukit · Humble BundlePlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping visual first person

Staxel is getting ready for steamGet notified when Staxel comes out on Steam by clicking the Add to your wishlist button above About the GameStaxel is a sandbox farming game that is currently in development.

Where it drifts furthest from Grounded 2: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Grounded 2.

Genre100Game mode78Visuals0
Castaway Paradise - live among the animals
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloCo-opMultiplayerOnlineCasual
Steam👍 70%· 581
Year 2014Dev Stolen Couch GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual, while skipping visual first person

Featured DLCThe Summer is magic!!! About the GameYour adventure starts when you get stranded on a tropical island. This is your island, your adventure! Do whatever you like! It's the ultimate Sandbox sim! Do you like Animal Crossing or Harvest Moon? Castaway Paradise is the game for you!

Where it drifts furthest from Grounded 2: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Grounded 2.

It predates Grounded 2 by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode75Visuals0
FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: HELP WANTED
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloFirst PersonNarrativeDarkHorror
IGDB90· 1OC52· 10
Year 2020Dev Steel Wool Studios · Steel Wool GamesPlaytime ~2hOn Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted is a collection of classic and original mini-games set in the Five Nights universe. Survive terrifying encounters with your favorite killer animatronics in a collection of new and classic FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S™ experiences. “Where fantasy and fun come to life!

Where it drifts furthest from Grounded 2: game mode.

Genre100Visuals71Game mode34
Parasite Eve
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonStealthDarkHorror
IGDB60· 1
Year 1998Dev Squaresoft · Square Electronic ArtsOn PlayStation 3

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, stealth mechanics and horror setting, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Grounded 2: game mode.

It predates Grounded 2 by 27 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals62Game mode34
The Guild 3
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opCozyOpen World
Steam👍 61%· 7.9KRAWG👍 45%· 22
Year 2022Dev Purple Lamp Studios · THQ NordicPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping adventure storytelling

We find ourselves in middle Europe of the year 1400. The dark middle ages, once dominated through nobles and clergy, ends and a new era begins: the age of the free cities of trading and of the free mind! In The Guild 3 you create a family dynasty which can last for centuries.

Where it drifts furthest from Grounded 2: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Grounded 2.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals0
Elden Ring Nightreign
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
Co-opSoloMultiplayerThird PersonOnline
Steam👍 82%· 183KIGDB85· 4OC80· 179
Year 2025Dev FromSoftware · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and co op

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, roguelike runs and punishing difficulty, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Grounded 2: visuals.

Genre100Game mode73Visuals48
Parasite Eve II
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloThird PersonDarkNarrativeHorror
Year 1999Dev Square Product Development Division 5 · SquareOn PlayStation 3

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, strong narrative focus and horror setting, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Grounded 2: game mode.

It predates Grounded 2 by 26 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals62Game mode34

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