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Few titles capture what makes Pokémon Go unique: deep RPG systems, open world exploration and fantasy world. After measuring 12 attributes across over 6,700 games, these are the 43 most faithful alternatives. Dungeon-Party, Aion and World of Warcraft top the ranking, with Dungeon-Party at number one (89/100).

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Year 2016Dev Niantic Labs

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The closest game to Pokémon Go is Dungeon-Party — scoring 89/100 on our similarity scale. Aion and World of Warcraft follow close behind.

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Top games similar to Pokémon Go

43 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Pokémon Go. Each one has been evaluated across 12 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.

Dungeon-Party
RPGMMORPG
MultiplayerOnlineFree to Play
Steam👍 43%· 383
Year 2013Dev Cyanide StudioPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Shared with Pokémon Go: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: free to play, while skipping deep simulation

Aion
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerOnlineOpen WorldFantasyExplorationThird Person
IGDB80· 1
Year 2008Dev NCSOFTOn PC

✓ Shared with Pokémon Go: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, while skipping deep simulation

World of Warcraft
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerOnlineOpen WorldFantasyExplorationThird Person
MC93IGDB86· 8
Year 2004Dev Blizzard EntertainmentPlaytime ~1000h

✓ Like Pokémon Go, it's known for deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, dark, oppressive atmosphere and combat tactical, while skipping deep simulation

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

✓ If you enjoyed Pokémon Go, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: JRPG narrative and systems, adventure storytelling and action RPG combat, while skipping deep simulation

Lineage II
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerOnlineFantasyThird PersonMelee
IGDB80· 1
Year 2003Dev NCSOFTOn PC

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

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling and melee combat, while skipping deep simulation

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

✓ If you enjoyed Pokémon Go, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, survival mechanics and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep simulation

World of Warcraft Classic
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerOnlineFantasyThird Person
IGDB80· 1OC79· 13
Year 2019Dev Blizzard EntertainmentOn PC

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

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, while skipping deep simulation

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

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

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, puzzle design and vibe casual, while skipping deep simulation

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

✓ Shared with Pokémon Go: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping open world exploration

Rift
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerOnlineOpen WorldFantasyExplorationThird Person
Steam👍 74%· 12KIGDB84· 4
Year 2011Dev Trion WorldsOn Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Pokémon Go, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, melee combat and co op, while skipping deep simulation

Neverwinter
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerSoloOnlineOpen WorldFantasyExplorationThird Person
Steam👍 77%· 39KIGDB73· 11OC74· 34
Year 2013Dev Cryptic Studios · Perfect World EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Shared with Pokémon Go: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, ranged combat and melee combat, while skipping deep simulation

RuneScape
RPGMMORPGSandbox MMO
MultiplayerOnlineOpen WorldFantasyExplorationIsometricThird Person
Steam👍 82%· 27K
Year 2001Dev JagexOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Pokémon Go, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and puzzle design, while skipping deep simulation

The Elder Scrolls® Online
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
MultiplayerOnlineSoloOpen WorldFantasyExplorationThird Person
Steam👍 81%· 160KRAWG👍 63%· 134MC71IGDB70· 16OC71· 54
Year 2014Dev Zenimax Online Studios · Bethesda SoftworksPlaytime ~19hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Pokémon Go, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, action RPG combat and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

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

✓ Shared with Pokémon Go: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, action RPG combat and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

Guild Wars
RPGMMORPGTheme Park MMO
SoloMultiplayerOnlineFantasyIsometricThird Person
IGDB90· 3
Year 2005Dev ArenaNet · NCSOFTOn PC

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

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, dark, oppressive atmosphere and combat magic, while skipping deep simulation

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Pokémon Go?
The closest game to Pokémon Go is Dungeon-Party, scoring 89/100 on our similarity scale. They share 4 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and multiplayer gameplay. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Pokémon Go?
The three closest games to Pokémon Go are: 1. Dungeon-Party (89/100, 4 shared attributes) 2. Aion (77/100, 8 shared attributes) 3. World of Warcraft (75/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Pokémon Go's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 43 candidates across 12 dimensions.
Is Aion similar to Pokémon Go?
Yes, very much so — Aion scores 77/100 similarity to Pokémon Go. They share 8 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 Pokémon Go?
The best RPG games similar to Pokémon Go are Dungeon-Party, Aion, World of Warcraft and FINAL FANTASY XIV Online. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Pokémon Go attributes like deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and multiplayer gameplay.
How is similarity to Pokémon Go calculated?
We compare Pokémon Go against every game in our catalog using 12 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 Pokémon Go experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to Pokémon Go?
Yes — Lost Ark and Trove are free and score well on similarity to Pokémon Go. They're a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.