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We filtered the 47 games similar to Regions of Ruin: Runegate down to the 24 that fit the “Action RPG” category. Hinterland, Alex Kidd in Miracle World and Dust: An Elysian Tail top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Regions of Ruin: Runegate.

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Within the “Action RPG” category, the closest game to Regions of Ruin: Runegate is Hinterland — scoring 75/100 on our similarity scale. Alex Kidd in Miracle World and Dust: An Elysian Tail follow close behind.

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The best action RPG games like Regions of Ruin: Runegate

24 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Regions of Ruin: Runegate. Each one has been evaluated across 5 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.

#1HinterlandClosest overall match

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Hinterland

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyRangedMeleeProcedural

Steam👍 80%· 255MC65

Year 2008Dev Tilted Mill EntertainmentPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Regions of Ruin: Runegate, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, roguelike runs and deep simulation

June 11, 2009 - Update Two new playable Orc classes: Lord (Warrior) or Shaman. Expanded gameplay: Orcs consume twice as much food, learn martial skills faster, manufacture items slower, and the Shaman uses totems to summon creatures. Several new items regardless of character class.

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Alex Kidd in Miracle World

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Alex Kidd in Miracle World

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMelee2D

Year 1986Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3

✓ If you enjoyed Regions of Ruin: Runegate, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, melee combat and visual 2d

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 40 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Dust: An Elysian Tail

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Dust: An Elysian Tail

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMeleeNarrativeAnime

Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7

Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Regions of Ruin: Runegate: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and fighting mechanics

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.

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMeleeDarkHardcore

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

Year 2025Dev Live Wire · Binary Haze InteractivePlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Regions of Ruin: Runegate: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and dark, oppressive atmosphere

STORYSet in the Land of Fumes, this prosperous magical superpower is home to vast quantities of magical resources lurking underneath the surface. In hopes of advancing their kingdom's development, artificial life forms known as Homunculi came into being.

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Aztaka

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMeleeMagicNarrative

Steam👍 68%· 161

Year 2009Dev CiteremisPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like Regions of Ruin: Runegate, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and fighting mechanics

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 Regions of Ruin: Runegate: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Regions of Ruin: Runegate.

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6BlazBlue Entropy Effect

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BlazBlue Entropy Effect

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeHardcoreProcedural

Steam👍 94%· 35KOC84· 14

Year 2023Dev 91ActPlaytime ~8hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Regions of Ruin: Runegate, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, strong narrative focus and punishing difficulty, while skipping fantasy world

A brand-new action roguelite developed by a team with years of experience in action games, ready to present the best 2D action combat experience the world has ever seen! Each character has their own traits and hundreds of moves to choose from as you create your unique combos.

Where it drifts furthest from Regions of Ruin: Runegate: setting.

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Katana ZERO

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkHardcore

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

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

✓ Shared with Regions of Ruin: Runegate: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping fantasy world

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 Regions of Ruin: Runegate: setting.

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#8NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

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NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Solo2DPixel Art

Steam👍 93%· 2.5KRAWG👍 90%· 20IGDB86· 7OC86· 131

Year 2025Dev The Game Kitchen · DotEmuPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Regions of Ruin: Runegate, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, visual 2d and visual pixel, while skipping fantasy world

A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

#9STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiCyberpunkExploration

Steam👍 81%· 4.2KRAWG👍 54%· 333MC78IGDB78· 16OC77· 62

Year 2012Dev Capcom · SEGAPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Regions of Ruin: Runegate, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and melee combat, while skipping fantasy world

Strider is a platforming hack and slash game developed by Double Helix Games. The game is a reboot of 1989 title, yet the developers didn't intend the game to be viewed as one. The title retells the original game's story.

Where it drifts furthest from Regions of Ruin: Runegate: setting.

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal

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鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloTacticalMeleeNarrativeSandbox World

Steam👍 55%· 226K

Year 2021Dev 鬼谷工作室 · Lightning GamesPlaytime ~13hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed Regions of Ruin: Runegate, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, turn-based strategy and sandbox freedom, while skipping fantasy world

Tale of Immortal is an open-world sandbox game based on Chinese mythology and cultivation. You will grow to become immortal, conquer the beasts from the Classic of Mountains and Season, make your choices carefully and grasp your own destiny.

Where it drifts furthest from Regions of Ruin: Runegate: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Regions of Ruin: Runegate.

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#11Mega Man Zero

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Mega Man Zero

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-FiPost-ApocalypticCyberpunk2D

Year 2002Dev Capcom

✓ Like Regions of Ruin: Runegate, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, precision platforming and setting scifi, while skipping fantasy world

Where it drifts furthest from Regions of Ruin: Runegate: setting.

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 24 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12Castlevania: Rondo of Blood

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Castlevania: Rondo of Blood

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloDarkHorror2D

Year 1993Dev KonamiOn PC

✓ Like Regions of Ruin: Runegate, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, dark, oppressive atmosphere and horror setting, while skipping fantasy world

Where it drifts furthest from Regions of Ruin: Runegate: setting.

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 33 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos

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Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DPixel Art

Year 1990Dev Tecmo Koei Games

✓ Like Regions of Ruin: Runegate, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, melee combat and visual 2d, while skipping fantasy world

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 36 years, with what that implies technically.

#14BloodRayne (Legacy)

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BloodRayne (Legacy)

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMeleeDarkNarrative

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

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

✓ Shared with Regions of Ruin: Runegate: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, 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.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Regions of Ruin: Runegate.

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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#15Super Castlevania IV

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Super Castlevania IV

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloDarkNarrativeHorror2D

IGDB100· 1

Year 1991Dev Konami

✓ Like Regions of Ruin: Runegate, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Regions of Ruin: Runegate: setting.

It predates Regions of Ruin: Runegate by 35 years, with what that implies technically.

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