What is the best game similar to Rift of the NecroDancer?

The closest game to Rift of the NecroDancer is Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight, scoring 61/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, single-player focus and melee combat. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Rift of the NecroDancer?

The three closest games to Rift of the NecroDancer are: 1. Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight (61/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (59/100, 6 shared attributes) 3. Surgeon Simulator 2013 (61/100, 5 shared attributes). All share Rift of the NecroDancer's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 41 candidates across 11 dimensions.

Is Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice similar to Rift of the NecroDancer?

Yes — Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice scores 59/100 similarity to Rift of the NecroDancer. They share 6 attributes, including deep RPG systems and puzzle design. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.

What RPG games are similar to Rift of the NecroDancer?

The best RPG games similar to Rift of the NecroDancer are Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Surgeon Simulator 2013 and Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Rift of the NecroDancer attributes like deep RPG systems, single-player focus and melee combat.

How is similarity to Rift of the NecroDancer calculated?

We compare Rift of the NecroDancer against every game in our catalog using 11 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 Rift of the NecroDancer experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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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.

Few titles capture what makes Rift of the NecroDancer unique: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and melee combat. After measuring 11 attributes across over 6,700 games, these are the 41 most faithful alternatives. Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and Surgeon Simulator 2013 top the ranking, with Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight at number one (61/100).

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Top games similar to Rift of the NecroDancer

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Rift of the NecroDancer. 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.

#1Momodora: Reverie Under the MoonlightClosest on genre

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreCozyNarrativeAnime2D

Steam👍 93%· 12KIGDB83· 6OC79· 43

Year 2016Dev Bombservice · PLAYISMOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping puzzle design

It predates Rift of the NecroDancer by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeStealth

Steam👍 95%· 348KRAWG👍 86%· 2.1KMC90IGDB90· 11OC90· 180

Year 2019Dev FromSoftwarePlaytime ~16hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, puzzle design and punishing difficulty

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping visual novel storytelling

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a game about a ninja (or shinobi, as they call it), who is seeking revenge in the Sengoku era Japan. ###Plot The game is set in the 16th century in a fictionalized version of Japan. The main protagonist is a member of a shinobi clan.

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: setting and visuals.

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#3Surgeon Simulator 2013Closest on combat

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreCasualDark

Steam👍 82%· 17KIGDB81· 5

Year 2013Dev Bossa StudiosOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, puzzle design and punishing difficulty

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, vibe casual and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping visual novel storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: visuals and tone.

It predates Rift of the NecroDancer by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4Ender Lilies: Quietus of the KnightsClosest on visuals

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeAnime2D

Steam👍 94%· 44KIGDB79· 5OC85· 65

Year 2021Dev adglobe · Binary Haze InteractiveOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: setting.

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#5Darksiders IIIClosest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeDark

Steam👍 76%· 17KIGDB65· 16OC68· 157

Year 2018Dev Gunfire Games · THQ NordicOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, puzzle design and punishing difficulty

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

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Rift of the NecroDancer.

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#6SUPER CHICKEN JUMPERClosest on setting

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreCozyNarrativeAnime2D

Steam👍 96%· 5.3K

Year 2021Dev Heavy Sheep · Sewer CatPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and cozy, relaxing feel

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

The world is in danger. Evil forces from the past have come to destroy our planet and the only individual that Mrs. President trusts to save our lives is you, Chicken. This is a runner game with a little touch of shooter in it, so...

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: game mode.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeRelaxing

Steam👍 98%· 10K

Year 2023Dev fishlicka · J4D3DPlaytime ~17hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus

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

Juice is everything. There is nothing in the Fog. There is no greater honor than to serve the Juice Queen, and the sky is definitely not made of plywood. Juice Galaxy is a happy place to fly around and smack things and drink juice. And explore things. And just, flip around doing stuff.

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: visuals.

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#8Another Crab's TreasureClosest on tone

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeCozy

Steam👍 93%· 21KIGDB77· 3OC78· 70

Year 2024Dev Aggro Crab GamesOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and precision platforming, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: setting and visuals.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Tone94Setting0Visuals0

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrative2D

Steam👍 94%· 40KIGDB89· 3OC86· 51

Year 2024Dev Red Candle GamesOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: setting.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrative2D

Steam👍 90%· 18KIGDB89· 4

Year 2023Dev The Game Kitchen · Team17On Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and precision platforming, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: setting.

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#11Rabi-Ribi - Cicini's Halloween!

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreCozyAnime2D

Steam👍 95%· 12KRAWG👍 83%· 42IGDB85· 4

Year 2016Dev CreSpirit · Sekai ProjectPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Nintendo

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and precision platforming, while skipping puzzle design

Free DLC "Cicini's Halloween" just released!http://store.steampowered.com/app/547660/ Cicini wants to get everyone hyped for Halloween! Her plans include new mini side story, new areas, new enemies and a whole new boss fight with new music!

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: combat.

It predates Rift of the NecroDancer by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12Rabi-Ribi

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SoloMeleeHardcoreCozyAnime2D

Steam👍 95%· 12KRAWG👍 83%· 42IGDB85· 4OC81· 25

Year 2016Dev CreSpirit · Sekai ProjectPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Nintendo

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and precision platforming, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: combat.

It predates Rift of the NecroDancer by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreAnime2D

Steam👍 94%· 4.5KIGDB80· 3OC80· 30

Year 2018Dev Inti CreatesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping puzzle design

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#14Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrative2D

Steam👍 84%· 6.3KIGDB87· 7OC87· 195

Year 2024Dev Ubisoft Montpellier · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus

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

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: setting.

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#15Black Gunner Wukong: Prologue

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeDark

Steam👍 97%· 1.2MRAWG👍 85%· 169IGDB88· 4

Year 2024Dev Game ScienceOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping puzzle design

A world unseen, where new sights rise with every stride. Enter a fascinating realm filled with the wonders and discoveries of ancient Chinese mythology!

Where it drifts furthest from Rift of the NecroDancer: setting and visuals.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Rift of the NecroDancer?: The closest game to Rift of the NecroDancer is Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight, scoring 61/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, single-player focus and melee combat. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Rift of the NecroDancer?: The three closest games to Rift of the NecroDancer are: 1. Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight (61/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (59/100, 6 shared attributes) 3. Surgeon Simulator 2013 (61/100, 5 shared attributes). All share Rift of the NecroDancer's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 41 candidates across 11 dimensions.
Is Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice similar to Rift of the NecroDancer?: Yes — Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice scores 59/100 similarity to Rift of the NecroDancer. They share 6 attributes, including deep RPG systems and puzzle design. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.
What RPG games are similar to Rift of the NecroDancer?: The best RPG games similar to Rift of the NecroDancer are Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Surgeon Simulator 2013 and Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Rift of the NecroDancer attributes like deep RPG systems, single-player focus and melee combat.
How is similarity to Rift of the NecroDancer calculated?: We compare Rift of the NecroDancer against every game in our catalog using 11 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 Rift of the NecroDancer experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.