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Mars 2120 is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and open world exploration in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 14 gameplay attributes and found 47 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. Guacamelee!, Songs for a Hero and Final Fight 3 lead the list, with Guacamelee! reaching a 92/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Mars 2120 special.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG
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NarrativeSoloCo-op
Year 2024Dev QUByte Interactive

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The closest game to Mars 2120 is Guacamelee! — scoring 92/100 on our similarity scale. Songs for a Hero and Final Fight 3 follow close behind.

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Games like Mars 2120

47 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
Guacamelee!
RPGAction RPG
SoloCo-opMeleeExploration2D
IGDB84· 11
Year 2013Dev Drinkbox Studios · Spike ChunsoftOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · PC

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, Metroidvania exploration and fantasy world, while skipping shooter

Songs for a Hero
RPGAction RPG
MeleeNarrative2DCasualFantasy
Steam👍 97%· 4.4K
Year 2016Dev Castro BrothersPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

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

Final Fight 3
RPGAction RPG
SoloCo-opNarrative2D
Year 1995Dev Capcom

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and strong narrative focus.

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX
RPGAction RPG
SoloMelee2D
RAWG👍 84%· 44MC83
Year 2000Dev AtlusOn PS

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and melee combat.

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

Below Kryll
RPGAction RPG
SoloMeleeOpen WorldExploration2D
Steam👍 89%· 105
Year 2015Dev Team KryllPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay and visual pixel, while skipping action RPG combat

Battletoads
RPGAction RPG
SoloCo-opMeleeSci-Fi2D
OC73· 115
Year 1991Dev Rare · Masaya

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with setting cyberpunk and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

SteamWorld Heist
RPGAction RPG
SoloMeleeSci-FiSpace2D
Steam👍 94%· 6.2KIGDB88· 12OC86· 63
Year 2015Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Mars 2120, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy and combat tactical, while skipping action RPG combat

Guacamelee! Gold Edition
RPGAction RPG
Co-opSoloMeleeExploration2D
Steam👍 93%· 6.0KRAWG👍 79%· 305MC88IGDB94· 2
Year 2013Playtime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, fighting mechanics and fantasy world, while skipping shooter

Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World
RPGAction RPG
SoloCo-opMeleeNarrativeOpen WorldExploration
IGDB65· 2
Year 2008Dev Namco Tales Studio · Bandai Namco Entertainment

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with offline and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping action RPG combat

Kirby Star Allies
RPGAction RPG
SoloCo-op2DMultiplayer
IGDB74· 12OC74· 96
Year 2018Dev HAL Laboratory · Nintendo of EuropeOn Switch

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: multiplayer gameplay, while skipping shooter

X3: Terran Conflict
RPGAction RPG
SoloMeleeOpen WorldSpaceSci-FiExploration
Steam👍 85%· 2.8KRAWG👍 60%· 63MC73IGDB90· 1
Year 2008Dev EgosoftPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Mars 2120, expect deep RPG systems, open world exploration and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sandbox freedom and turn-based strategy, while skipping action RPG combat

Dust: An Elysian Tail
RPGAction RPG
SoloMeleeNarrativeExploration2D
Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7
Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, fighting mechanics and fantasy world, while skipping shooter

The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile
RPGAction RPG
Co-opSoloMelee2DMultiplayer
Steam👍 95%· 1.8KIGDB88· 4
Year 2017Dev Ska StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Mars 2120, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: fighting mechanics, horror tension and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping adventure storytelling

Viewtiful Joe
RPGAction RPG
Solo2D
IGDB90· 1
Year 2003Dev Team Viewtiful · Capcom

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming.

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

Forgotton Anne
RPGAction RPG
SoloMeleeNarrativeSci-Fi2D
Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65
Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Mars 2120, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, vibe casual and fantasy world, while skipping action RPG combat

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What is the best game similar to Mars 2120?
The closest game to Mars 2120 is Guacamelee!, scoring 92/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Mars 2120?
The three closest games to Mars 2120 are: 1. Guacamelee! (92/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Songs for a Hero (87/100, 6 shared attributes) 3. Final Fight 3 (97/100, 6 shared attributes). All share Mars 2120's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 47 candidates across 14 dimensions.
Is Songs for a Hero similar to Mars 2120?
Yes, very much so — Songs for a Hero scores 87/100 similarity to Mars 2120. They share 6 attributes, including deep RPG systems and precision platforming. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Mars 2120?
The best RPG games similar to Mars 2120 are Guacamelee!, Songs for a Hero, Final Fight 3 and KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Mars 2120 attributes like deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming.
How is similarity to Mars 2120 calculated?
We compare Mars 2120 against every game in our catalog using 14 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 Mars 2120 experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.