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iRank88
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonSci-Fi
IGDB89· 11OC87· 112
Year 2019Dev PlatinumGames · NintendoOn Switch
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Few titles capture what makes Nioh 3 unique: deep RPG systems and single-player focus. After measuring 7 attributes across over 6,700 games, these are the 50 most faithful alternatives. Astral Chain, Nioh and Monster Hunter Generations top the ranking, with Astral Chain at number one (79/100).
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50 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Nioh 3. Each one has been evaluated across 7 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.
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonFantasy
IGDB88· 22OC88· 132
Year 2017Dev Team NINJA · Koei Tecmo GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonFantasy
IGDB87· 19OC85· 59
Year 2015Dev Capcom
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonMelee
Steam👍 89%· 4.9KIGDB79· 4
Year 2009Dev Triumph Studios · CodemastersOn PlayStation 3 · PC
✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, real-time strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere
It predates Nioh 3 by 17 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonOnline
Steam👍 94%· 91KRAWG👍 95%· 327IGDB92· 10OC87· 134
Year 2021Dev Sucker Punch Productions · Sony Interactive EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS
✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, punishing difficulty and dark, oppressive atmosphere
Explore the brand new Iki Island, plus PS5-specific enhancements like DualSense haptic feedback, Japanese lip sync, and more.
Genre100Visuals100Game mode89
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonOpen World
IGDB77· 21OC77· 64
Year 2013Dev TT Fusion · Nintendo
✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with racing gameplay, precision platforming and open world exploration
An open-world LEGO game closer to a family-friendly GTA: a full city to drive around, disguises that work like Metroid abilities, and genuinely funny writing that does not depend on knowing a licence. Loading times were notoriously long on Wii U, and the map has more collectibles than the collecting is worth.
It predates Nioh 3 by 13 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonMelee
Steam👍 87%· 44KIGDB66· 13OC64· 77
Year 2013Dev Crytek Frankfurt · Deep SilverOn PC · Xbox
✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, dark, oppressive atmosphere and linear, story-driven structure
It predates Nioh 3 by 13 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonMagic
IGDB75· 2
Year 2003Dev EA Redwood Shores · Aspyr MediaOn PC · Mac
✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, combat magic and melee combat
It predates Nioh 3 by 23 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonOnline
Steam👍 85%· 3.9KIGDB73· 16OC75· 81
Year 2016Dev Omega Force · Koei Tecmo GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC
✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, strong narrative focus and open world exploration
It predates Nioh 3 by 10 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Visuals100Game mode91
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
Steam👍 85%· 6.8KIGDB71· 10OC70· 106
Year 2019Dev Marvelous First Studio · XSEED GamesOn PC · Switch
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonNarrative
Steam👍 73%· 10.0K
Year 2016Dev HoYoverseOn Android · PC · iOS
✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings visual novel storytelling, strong narrative focus and fantasy world
It predates Nioh 3 by 10 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals65
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iRank81
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonOnline
Steam👍 76%· 2.7KIGDB91· 14
Year 2012Dev BioWare · Electronic ArtsOn PlayStation 3 · PC
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonMelee
RAWG👍 71%· 58IGDB73· 2
Year 2010Dev Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with melee combat, fantasy world and historical setting
Join DeathSpank, in his all new adventure! Fight through war-torn battlefields, tame the violent High Plains and sail your own pirate ship through the savage seas. DeathSpank will vanquish all-new evils, help all-new downtrodden, and dispense justice as only he can.
It predates Nioh 3 by 16 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonMelee
Steam👍 61%· 114KIGDB91· 6
Year 2024Dev Capcom Development Division 1 · CapcomOn Xbox · PC · PS5
✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with open world exploration, melee combat and combat magic
On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Nioh 3.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals79
RPGAction RPGThird-Person ARPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonOffline
Steam👍 88%· 8.7KIGDB68· 17OC70· 73
Year 2016Dev Traveller's Tales · Feral InteractiveOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC
✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling
≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, precision platforming and open world exploration
It predates Nioh 3 by 10 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Visuals100Game mode86
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65
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67
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the best game similar to Nioh 3?
- The closest game to Nioh 3 is Astral Chain, scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. They share 7 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
- What are the top games like Nioh 3?
- The three closest games to Nioh 3 are: 1. Astral Chain (79/100, 7 shared attributes) 2. Nioh (79/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. Monster Hunter Generations (79/100, 7 shared attributes). All share Nioh 3's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 7 dimensions.
- Is Nioh similar to Nioh 3?
- Yes, very much so — Nioh scores 79/100 similarity to Nioh 3. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and action RPG combat. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
- What RPG games are similar to Nioh 3?
- The best RPG games similar to Nioh 3 are Astral Chain, Nioh, Monster Hunter Generations and Overlord II. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Nioh 3 attributes like deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling.
- How is similarity to Nioh 3 calculated?
- We compare Nioh 3 against every game in our catalog using 7 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 Nioh 3 experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.