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

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We filtered the 48 games similar to RetroRealms Arcade down to the 17 that fit the “PlayStation” category. ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist, STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜 and Alex Kidd in Miracle World top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to RetroRealms Arcade.

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Year 2024Dev WayForward Technologies

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Within the “PlayStation” category, the closest game to RetroRealms Arcade is ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist — scoring 70/100 on our similarity scale. STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜 and Alex Kidd in Miracle World follow close behind.

#1ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist70 #2STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜69 #3Alex Kidd in Miracle World69 #4NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound68 #5Dust: An Elysian Tail64

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The best games like RetroRealms Arcade on PlayStation

17 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to RetroRealms Arcade. Each one has been evaluated across 11 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.

#1ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the MistClosest on genre

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ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDark2DHardcore

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

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

✓ Shared with RetroRealms Arcade: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus, while skipping horror tension

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.

Where it drifts furthest from RetroRealms Arcade: setting and tone.

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#2STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DSci-FiCyberpunk

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

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

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

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, setting scifi and setting cyberpunk, while skipping horror tension

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 RetroRealms Arcade: setting.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Alex Kidd in Miracle World

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Alex Kidd in Miracle World

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DFantasy

Year 1986Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3

✓ If you enjoyed RetroRealms Arcade, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world, while skipping horror tension

Where it drifts furthest from RetroRealms Arcade: setting.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 38 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4NINJA GAIDEN: RageboundClosest on visuals

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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

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling.

≠ Missing: horror tension.

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.

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#5Dust: An Elysian Tail

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Dust: An Elysian Tail

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DNarrativeFantasy

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

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

✓ Shared with RetroRealms Arcade: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, fighting mechanics and strong narrative focus, while skipping horror tension

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 RetroRealms Arcade: tone and setting.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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Guacamelee!

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DCo-opFantasy

IGDB84· 11

Year 2013Dev Drinkbox Studios · Spike ChunsoftOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · PC

✓ Shared with RetroRealms Arcade: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, Metroidvania exploration and fantasy world, while skipping horror tension

Where it drifts furthest from RetroRealms Arcade: setting and game mode.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Visuals68Game mode48Setting0

#7Castlevania: Symphony of the NightClosest overall match

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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDarkHorror2DPixel Art

IGDB92· 3

Year 1997Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo · KonamiOn PlayStation 3

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

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, open world exploration and combat magic, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 27 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8BloodRayne (Legacy)

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BloodRayne (Legacy)

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDarkHorror2D

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

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

✓ Shared with RetroRealms Arcade: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, fantasy world and setting anime, 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 RetroRealms Arcade.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals70Tone67Setting58

#9The Revenge of Shinobi

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The Revenge of Shinobi

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

Year 1989Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming.

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 35 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals68

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Chasm

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleePixel Art2DProcedural

Steam👍 73%· 2.7KIGDB70· 8OC72· 39

Year 2018Dev Bit Kid, Inc.On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed RetroRealms Arcade, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, roguelike runs and procedural generation, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from RetroRealms Arcade: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for RetroRealms Arcade.

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#11Dex

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Dex

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDark2DPixel Art

Steam👍 87%· 3.5KIGDB69· 8OC74· 19

Year 2015Dev Dreadlocks Ltd. · Badland IndieOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Shared with RetroRealms Arcade: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from RetroRealms Arcade: setting.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

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Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DStealthRanged

Steam👍 74%· 3.8KIGDB70· 8OC67· 53

Year 2015Dev Climax Studios · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

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

≠ Its own twist: stealth mechanics, ranged combat and historical setting, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from RetroRealms Arcade: setting and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for RetroRealms Arcade.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals70Combat43Setting0

#13Forgotton Anne

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Forgotton Anne

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DNarrativeCasual

Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65

Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed RetroRealms Arcade, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, strong narrative focus and vibe casual, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from RetroRealms Arcade: tone and setting.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals72Tone0Setting0

#14KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

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KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

RAWG👍 84%· 44MC83

Year 2000Dev AtlusOn PS

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and melee combat.

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

What is reality...? Reality is just a series of events and players acting out what you believe is real. When we accept that fact, then our world becomes “reality.” Enter Maya Amano, an up-and-coming editor for a popular teen magazine. This has been her dream for as long as she can remember.

It predates RetroRealms Arcade by 24 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals68

#15South Park: The Fractured But Whole

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South Park: The Fractured But Whole

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeDark2DNarrative

Steam👍 85%· 33KIGDB85· 18OC82· 182

Year 2017Dev Ubisoft San Francisco · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Shared with RetroRealms Arcade: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from RetroRealms Arcade: setting.

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