12 Narrative games like Mars 2120 that you should try

Games like Mars 2120 · Find similar →

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

Filter by:Narrative×← Back to home

We filtered the 46 games similar to Mars 2120 down to the 12 that fit the “Narrative” category. The Outer Worlds, Dust: An Elysian Tail and Katana ZERO top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Mars 2120.

iRank74/ 100

Did you find what you were looking for?

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

The best narrative games like Mars 2120

12 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Mars 2120. Each one has been evaluated across 14 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.

#1The Outer WorldsClosest overall match

iRank83

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreFirst-Person ARPG

SoloCo-opMeleeNarrativeOpen WorldSci-FiSpaceExploration

Steam👍 82%· 28KIGDB86· 15OC83· 215

Year 2019Dev Obsidian Entertainment · Private DivisionOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

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

≠ Its own twist: first-person shooting, skill tree progression and loot and gear systems, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: visuals.

Combat100Game mode100Tone100Setting100World100Genre75

Details →

Steam GOG Epic

#2Dust: An Elysian TailClosest on genre

iRank84

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

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 Mars 2120: setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Tone100Visuals100Progression69Game mode51

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeSci-Fi2D

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

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

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

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, punishing difficulty and setting cyberpunk, while skipping shooter

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 Mars 2120: setting.

Genre100Combat100Tone53Game mode51Visuals51Setting22

Details →

Steam GOG Xbox

#4Aztaka

iRank68

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeExploration2D

Steam👍 68%· 161

Year 2009Dev CiteremisPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

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

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, fighting mechanics and combat magic, while skipping shooter

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 Mars 2120: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Mars 2120.

It predates Mars 2120 by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Tone100Combat74Visuals68Progression53Game mode51

Details →

Steam

#5IsletsClosest on progression

iRank88

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeOpen WorldExploration2D

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

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

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

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, cozy, relaxing feel and fantasy world, 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 Mars 2120: setting.

Genre100Combat100World100Progression100Visuals100Tone55

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

Genre100Combat100Visuals100Tone60Game mode51Setting30

Details →

Steam GOG PS

#7Final Fight 3

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloCo-opNarrative2D

Year 1995Dev Capcom

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

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

It predates Mars 2120 by 29 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Tone100Visuals100

Details →

Nintendo

#8BloodRayne (Legacy)

iRank56

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrative2DDark

Steam👍 60%· 928RAWG👍 34%· 40MC68IGDB65· 3

Year 2011Dev Abstraction Games · Majesco EntertainmentPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, horror setting and fantasy world, while skipping adventure storytelling

The original video game femme fatale, Rayne, has returned to battle and feed in a brand new hack ‘n slash adventure. Slay ghastly enemies as Rayne, the sexy dhampir with superhuman strength, speed, and agility, recruited by the vampire hunting Brimstone Society for one last mission.

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Mars 2120.

It predates Mars 2120 by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Visuals100Tone61Game mode51Setting0

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

Plataformas voadoras, inimigos coloridos, armas mágicas e física inexplicável. Isso tudo com uma música de fundo que acompanha a saga de um cavaleiro.

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Visuals64Tone56Setting0

Details →

Steam

#10South Park: The Fractured But Whole

iRank84