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NextWorld2 is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, fantasy world and multiplayer gameplay in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 9 gameplay attributes and found 46 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. Lost Ark, Metin2 and Torchlight III lead the list, with Lost Ark reaching a 98/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes NextWorld2 special.

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GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreAction MMO
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MultiplayerCo-op
Year 2024Dev Donut Interactive

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The closest game to NextWorld2 is Lost Ark — scoring 98/100 on our similarity scale. Metin2 and Torchlight III follow close behind.

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iRank70
Lost Ark
RPGMMORPGAction MMO
MultiplayerOnlineCo-opPvPFantasy
Steam👍 70%· 203KRAWG👍 43%· 285MC81IGDB81· 4OC82· 44
Year 2022Dev Smilegate Entertainment · Amazon GamesPlaytime ~10hOn PC

✓ Fits the action MMORPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat, while skipping visual third person

98
iRank70
Metin2
RPGMMORPGAction MMO
MultiplayerOnlinePvPCo-opFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 70%· 14K
Year 2006Dev Ymir Entertainment Co., Ltd · GameforgeOn PC

✓ Same family of action MMORPGs: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, fighting mechanics and vibe casual

96
iRank56
Torchlight III
RPGMMORPGAction MMO
MultiplayerCo-opOnlineFantasySolo
Steam👍 47%· 11KIGDB66· 9OC64· 55
Year 2020Dev Echtra Games · Perfect World EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are action MMORPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, melee combat and single-player focus, while skipping PvP competition

97
iRank50
Skyforge
RPGMMORPGAction MMO
MultiplayerCo-opOnlinePvPFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 60%· 4.4KRAWG👍 15%· 248IGDB75· 1
Year 2017Dev Allods Team · My.ComPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are action MMORPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, open world exploration and melee combat

94
iRank58
Champions Online
RPGMMORPGAction MMO
MultiplayerOnlineCo-opPvPThird Person
Steam👍 71%· 4.3KRAWG👍 19%· 52MC72IGDB72· 3
Year 2011Dev Cryptic Studios · Perfect World EntertainmentPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Fits the action MMORPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping fantasy world

91
iRank61
Spiral Knights
RPGMMORPGAction MMO
MultiplayerCo-opOnlineThird PersonSolo
Steam👍 84%· 24KRAWG👍 31%· 144MC64IGDB51· 1
Year 2011Dev Grey HavensPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the action MMORPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping fantasy world

The Lord of the Rings Online
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerCo-opOnlinePvPFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 81%· 23KIGDB90· 3
Year 2007Dev Standing Stone Games · Midway GamesOn PC · Mac

✓ If you enjoyed NextWorld2, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and fantasy world

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, survival mechanics and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping action RPG combat

78
iRank82
RuneScape
RPGMMORPGSandbox MMO
MultiplayerOnlinePvPCo-opFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 82%· 27K
Year 2001Dev JagexOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed NextWorld2, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and fantasy world

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and puzzle design, while skipping action RPG combat

Old School RuneScape
RPGMMORPGSandbox MMO
MultiplayerOnlineCo-opPvPFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 83%· 20KIGDB77· 1
Year 2013Dev JagexOn Android · PC · iOS

✓ Shared with NextWorld2: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping action RPG combat

75
iRank90
World of Warcraft
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerOnlinePvPFantasyThird Person
MC93IGDB86· 8
Year 2004Dev Blizzard EntertainmentPlaytime ~1000h

✓ Like NextWorld2, it's known for deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration, while skipping action RPG combat

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78
iRank77
Rift
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerCo-opOnlinePvPFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 74%· 12KIGDB84· 4
Year 2011Dev Trion WorldsOn Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed NextWorld2, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, open world exploration and melee combat, while skipping action RPG combat

Star Wars: The Old Republic
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerCo-opOnlinePvPFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 90%· 73KIGDB85· 7
Year 2011Dev BioWare Austin · Electronic ArtsOn PC · Mac

✓ Shared with NextWorld2: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and open world exploration

FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerOnlineCo-opFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 87%· 84KRAWG👍 86%· 87MC82IGDB85· 9
Year 2010Dev Square EnixOn PC · PS

✓ If you enjoyed NextWorld2, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat

≠ Its own twist: JRPG narrative and systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping PvP competition

Sky: Children of the Light
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerCo-opOnlineFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 87%· 23KIGDB82· 5OC82· 13
Year 2019Dev ThatGameCompany · NetEase GamesOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed NextWorld2, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and fantasy world

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

75
iRank84
Palia
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerCo-opOnlineFantasyThird Person
Steam👍 86%· 42KIGDB87· 2OC78· 10
Year 2023Dev Singularity 6On Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Shared with NextWorld2: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and fantasy world

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, deep simulation and vibe casual, while skipping action RPG combat

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to NextWorld2?
The closest game to NextWorld2 is Lost Ark, scoring 98/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like NextWorld2?
The three closest games to NextWorld2 are: 1. Lost Ark (98/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Metin2 (98/100, 9 shared attributes) 3. Torchlight III (96/100, 7 shared attributes). All share NextWorld2's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 46 candidates across 9 dimensions.
Is Metin2 similar to NextWorld2?
Yes, very much so — Metin2 scores 98/100 similarity to NextWorld2. They share 9 attributes, including deep RPG systems and MMO world and community. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to NextWorld2?
The best RPG games similar to NextWorld2 are Lost Ark, Metin2, Torchlight III and Skyforge. All share the RPG genre alongside other key NextWorld2 attributes like deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and action RPG combat.
How is similarity to NextWorld2 calculated?
We compare NextWorld2 against every game in our catalog using 9 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 NextWorld2 experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to NextWorld2?
Yes — Lost Ark and Trove are free and score well on similarity to NextWorld2. They're a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.