7 Survival games like Kona that you should try

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We filtered the 18 games similar to Kona down to the 7 that fit the “Survival” category. Resident Evil 4, Telltale Texas Hold ‘Em and Sunless Sea top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Kona.

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The best survival games like Kona

7 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

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

#1Resident Evil 4

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SoloDarkNarrativeHorrorManagementExploration

Steam👍 97%· 250KRAWG👍 94%· 621IGDB95· 6OC82· 49

Year 2023Dev CapcomPlaytime ~24hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Kona, it's known for horror tension, survival mechanics and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: third-person shooting, shooter and melee combat, while skipping vibe casual

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#2Telltale Texas Hold ‘Em

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloCasualNarrativeHorrorTactical

Steam👍 68%· 370RAWG👍 24%· 21

Year 2008Dev Telltale GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Shared with Kona: puzzle design, adventure storytelling and horror tension

≠ Stands apart with card game strategy, turn-based strategy and deep simulation, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

GenreStrategySubgenreRTS

SoloNarrativeDarkOpen WorldHorrorExploration

Steam👍 83%· 9.5KIGDB85· 4OC81· 28

Year 2015Dev Failbetter GamesOn Linux · PC · iOS

✓ Like Kona, it's known for survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and horror tension

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, deep RPG systems and roguelike runs, while skipping puzzle design

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloCasualDarkHorrorManagement

Steam👍 82%· 638

Year 2014Dev Hammer LabsPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Kona, expect puzzle design, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, tower defense planning and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping horror tension

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#5Shelter

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GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloNarrativeCasualDarkOpen WorldHorrorExploration

Steam👍 85%· 3.7KRAWG👍 62%· 128MC69IGDB75· 2

Year 2013Dev Might and Delight · 4EversGamesPlaytime ~2hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with Kona: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs, while skipping puzzle design

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloDarkCasualHorrorTactical

Steam👍 98%· 152KRAWG👍 93%· 733MC87IGDB80· 1

Year 2010Dev PopCap Games · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Kona, expect puzzle design, survival mechanics and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Stands apart with tower defense planning, deep simulation and real-time strategy, while skipping adventure storytelling

GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloNarrativeDarkHorrorManagement

Steam👍 94%· 97KRAWG👍 83%· 1.2KMC83OC85· 57

Year 2014Dev 11 Bit Studios · 11 bit studiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Shared with Kona: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, stealth mechanics and combat tactical, while skipping puzzle design

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