What is the best game similar to Haunted Castle Revisited?

The closest game to Haunted Castle Revisited is Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, scoring 82/100 on our similarity scale. They share 12 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Haunted Castle Revisited?

The three closest games to Haunted Castle Revisited are: 1. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (82/100, 12 shared attributes) 2. Castlevania: Circle of the Moon (80/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist (79/100, 11 shared attributes). All share Haunted Castle Revisited's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 49 candidates across 15 dimensions.

Is Castlevania: Circle of the Moon similar to Haunted Castle Revisited?

Yes, very much so — Castlevania: Circle of the Moon scores 80/100 similarity to Haunted Castle Revisited. They share 11 attributes, including deep RPG systems and precision platforming. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What RPG games are similar to Haunted Castle Revisited?

The best RPG games similar to Haunted Castle Revisited are Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Castlevania: Circle of the Moon, ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist and Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Haunted Castle Revisited attributes like deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling.

How is similarity to Haunted Castle Revisited calculated?

We compare Haunted Castle Revisited against every game in our catalog using 15 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 Haunted Castle Revisited experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

49 Games like Haunted Castle Revisited that you should try

Games like Haunted Castle Revisited · Find similar →

More about this game →

Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

Few titles capture what makes Haunted Castle Revisited unique: deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat. After measuring 15 attributes across over 6,700 games, these are the 49 most faithful alternatives. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Castlevania: Circle of the Moon and ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist top the ranking, with Castlevania: Symphony of the Night at number one (82/100).

iRank89/ 100

Did you find what you were looking for?

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Top games similar to Haunted Castle Revisited

49 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Haunted Castle Revisited. Each one has been evaluated across 15 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.

#1Castlevania: Symphony of the NightClosest overall match

iRank92

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicMeleeDarkHorrorExploration2DPixel Art

IGDB92· 3

Year 1997Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo · KonamiOn PlayStation 3

✓ Like Haunted Castle Revisited, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: open world exploration, loot and gear systems and skill tree progression, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 27 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Tone100Visuals100Setting71

Details →

Xbox

#2Castlevania: Circle of the MoonClosest on progression

iRank90

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicMeleeDarkHorrorExploration2D

IGDB90· 1

Year 2001Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Kobe · Gradiente

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling.

≠ Missing: action RPG combat.

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 23 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Tone100Progression100Setting71

Details →

Nintendo

#3ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

iRank91

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDarkFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

Year 2025Dev Live Wire · Binary Haze InteractivePlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Haunted Castle Revisited: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, strong narrative focus and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping horror tension

STORYSet in the Land of Fumes, this prosperous magical superpower is home to vast quantities of magical resources lurking underneath the surface. In hopes of advancing their kingdom's development, artificial life forms known as Homunculi came into being.

Where it drifts furthest from Haunted Castle Revisited: setting.

Genre100Game mode100Progression100Combat83Visuals66Tone56

Details →

Steam

#4Castlevania: Dawn of SorrowClosest on setting

iRank90

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicMeleeDarkHorrorFantasyExploration2D

IGDB90· 3

Year 2005Dev Konami

✓ Shared with Haunted Castle Revisited: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings ranged combat, multiplayer gameplay and loot and gear systems, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 19 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Tone100Setting100Combat78Visuals65Progression56

Details →

#5Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin

iRank80

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicMeleeDarkHorrorFantasyExploration2D

IGDB80· 3

Year 2006Dev Konami

✓ If you enjoyed Haunted Castle Revisited, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with multiplayer gameplay, loot and gear systems and skill tree progression, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Tone100Setting100Visuals65Progression56

Details →

#6Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia

iRank88

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicMeleeDarkHorrorFantasyExploration2D

IGDB88· 1

Year 2008Dev Konami

✓ Like Haunted Castle Revisited, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: ranged combat, multiplayer gameplay and loot and gear systems, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Tone100Setting100Combat78Visuals65Progression56

Details →

#7Aztaka

iRank68

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeMagicFantasyExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 68%· 161

Year 2009Dev CiteremisPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like Haunted Castle Revisited, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings fighting mechanics, strong narrative focus and setting mythology, while skipping horror tension

Inspired by Aztec legend, this action/rpg side-scroller will casts you into the middle of a war between the Gods and Mankind.

Where it drifts furthest from Haunted Castle Revisited: tone and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Haunted Castle Revisited.

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Progression60Setting34

Details →

Steam

#8Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night

iRank88

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeMagicDarkFantasyHorrorExploration2D

Steam👍 93%· 41KIGDB83· 11OC83· 135

Year 2019Dev ArtPlay · 505 GamesOn PS4 · PC · iOS

✓ Like Haunted Castle Revisited, it's known for deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: setting anime, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Haunted Castle Revisited: game mode.

Genre100Combat100Tone100Setting81Progression69Visuals66

Details →

Steam GOG Epic

#9Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow

iRank86

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDarkHorrorExploration2D

IGDB86· 1

Year 2003Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo · Konami

✓ If you enjoyed Haunted Castle Revisited, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings loot and gear systems and skill tree progression, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Tone100Combat82Setting71Visuals65

Details →

Nintendo

#10Dust: An Elysian Tail

iRank84

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7

Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Haunted Castle Revisited: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: fighting mechanics, strong narrative focus and setting anime, while skipping horror tension

Dust: an Elysian Tale is an action role-playing game with metroidvania elements set in an imaginary world called Falana. Dust, the main character, with his sentient sword called Blade of Ahrah and guardian Fidget explores the “2D” side-scrolled environments.

Where it drifts furthest from Haunted Castle Revisited: tone.

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Combat87Progression74Visuals66Setting53

Details →

Steam GOG Xbox

#11Chasm

iRank72

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasyExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 73%· 2.7KIGDB70· 8OC72· 39

Year 2018Dev Bit Kid, Inc.On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Haunted Castle Revisited, expect deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with roguelike runs and procedural generation, while skipping action RPG combat

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Haunted Castle Revisited.

Genre100Game mode100Progression100Visuals100Combat84Setting60

Details →

Steam GOG PS

#12STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

iRank74

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeExploration2DSci-Fi

Steam👍 81%· 4.2KRAWG👍 54%· 333MC78IGDB78· 16OC77· 62

Year 2012Dev Capcom · SEGAPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Haunted Castle Revisited, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: setting scifi and setting cyberpunk, while skipping horror tension

Strider is a platforming hack and slash game developed by Double Helix Games. The game is a reboot of 1989 title, yet the developers didn't intend the game to be viewed as one. The title retells the original game's story.

Where it drifts furthest from Haunted Castle Revisited: setting.

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Progression100Combat85Visuals65Setting0

Details →

Steam Xbox PS

#13Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

iRank87

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeMagicExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 93%· 3.0KIGDB82· 5OC81· 52

Year 2014Dev WayForward · Rising Star GamesOn PS4 · PC · PS5

✓ If you enjoyed Haunted Castle Revisited, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings cozy, relaxing feel and setting anime, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Haunted Castle Revisited: tone and setting.

It predates Haunted Castle Revisited by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Progression100Visuals100Tone0

Details →

Steam GOG Xbox

#14Katana ZERO

iRank90

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDarkPixel Art2D

Steam👍 98%· 75KRAWG👍 90%· 1.1KMC83IGDB85· 8OC84· 72

Year 2019Dev Askiisoft · Devolver DigitalPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with Haunted Castle Revisited: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, punishing difficulty and setting cyberpunk, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Katana ZERO is a fast paced neo-noir action platformer, focusing on tight, instant-death acrobatic combat, and a dark 80's neon aesthetic.

Where it drifts furthest from Haunted Castle Revisited: setting and tone.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat86Tone49Setting0

Details →

Steam GOG Xbox

#15Islets

iRank88

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 96%· 2.3KRAWG👍 87%· 29IGDB81· 2OC79· 19

Year 2022Dev Kyle Thompson · Armor Games StudiosPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Like Haunted Castle Revisited, it's known for deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, cozy, relaxing feel and open world exploration, while skipping action RPG combat

Iko is an aspiring yet hopeful warrior exploring the land and sky to reunite a series of floating islands. With his rickety airship, he must travel from island to island in order to reignite each one’s magnetic core while fighting off the many adversaries standing in his way.

Where it drifts furthest from Haunted Castle Revisited: tone.

Genre100Game mode100Progression100Combat85Visuals67Setting64

Details →

Steam GOG

Complete list of Haunted Castle Revisited alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Haunted Castle Revisited, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.

Dex

RPG · Adventure

NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

RPG · Action RPG

Super Castlevania IV

RPG · Action RPG

Castlevania: Rondo of Blood

RPG · Action RPG

Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos

RPG · Action RPG

Below Kryll

RPG · Adventure

BloodRayne (Legacy)

RPG · Action RPG

Alex Kidd in Miracle World

RPG · Action RPG

Songs for a Hero

RPG · Platformer

Forgotton Anne

RPG · Platformer

Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master

RPG · Action RPG

Viewtiful Joe

RPG · Action RPG

Unavowed

RPG · Puzzle

Castlevania

RPG · Action RPG

DAVE THE DIVER

RPG · Adventure

Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

RPG · Adventure

South Park: The Fractured But Whole

RPG · Adventure

Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse

RPG · Action RPG

The Longest Journey

RPG · Puzzle

Hinterland

RPG · Action RPG

KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

RPG · Action RPG

Mega Man Zero

RPG · Action RPG

Comix Zone

RPG · Action RPG

The Revenge of Shinobi

RPG · Action RPG

Batman: The Video Game

RPG · Action RPG

SteamWorld Heist

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Castlevania: Bloodlines

RPG · Action RPG

Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Ninja Gaiden

RPG · Action RPG

Gladiator Guild Manager: Prologue

RPG · Simulation

X3: Terran Conflict

RPG · Simulation

Dungeon Siege III

RPG · Action RPG

Dragon Ball Z: The Legacy of Goku

RPG

Confrontation

RPG

Explore games similar to Haunted Castle Revisited by category

Rankings in the same genre

Best Action RPGs Best RPG Games

Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Haunted Castle Revisited?: The closest game to Haunted Castle Revisited is Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, scoring 82/100 on our similarity scale. They share 12 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Haunted Castle Revisited?: The three closest games to Haunted Castle Revisited are: 1. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (82/100, 12 shared attributes) 2. Castlevania: Circle of the Moon (80/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist (79/100, 11 shared attributes). All share Haunted Castle Revisited's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 49 candidates across 15 dimensions.
Is Castlevania: Circle of the Moon similar to Haunted Castle Revisited?: Yes, very much so — Castlevania: Circle of the Moon scores 80/100 similarity to Haunted Castle Revisited. They share 11 attributes, including deep RPG systems and precision platforming. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Haunted Castle Revisited?: The best RPG games similar to Haunted Castle Revisited are Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Castlevania: Circle of the Moon, ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist and Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Haunted Castle Revisited attributes like deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling.
How is similarity to Haunted Castle Revisited calculated?: We compare Haunted Castle Revisited against every game in our catalog using 15 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 Haunted Castle Revisited experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.