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Sancticide is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and procedural generation in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 20 gameplay attributes and found 44 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. Ninja Gaiden Sigma, Kena: Bridge of Spirits and Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight lead the list, with Ninja Gaiden Sigma reaching a 97/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Sancticide special.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

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Year 2026Dev Red Square Games S.A.

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The closest game to Sancticide is Ninja Gaiden Sigma — scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. Kena: Bridge of Spirits and Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight follow close behind.

#1Ninja Gaiden Sigma97 #2Kena: Bridge of Spirits95 #3Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight94 #4Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights93 #5Black Gunner Wukong: Prologue91

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Games like Sancticide

44 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

#1Ninja Gaiden Sigma

97

Ninja Gaiden Sigma

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeMagicDarkHardcoreThird Person

Steam👍 83%· 2.8KIGDB90· 5

Year 2007Dev Team NINJA · Eidos InteractiveOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings ranged combat, while skipping shooter

#2Kena: Bridge of Spirits

95

Kena: Bridge of Spirits

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeMagicHardcoreNarrativeFantasyThird Person3D

Steam👍 92%· 17KIGDB84· 10OC81· 161

Year 2021Dev Ember LabOn Xbox · PS4 · Switch

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: exploration and discovery, while skipping shooter

Steam Epic Xbox

#3Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

94

Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeMagicHardcoreNarrativeDarkFantasy

Steam👍 93%· 12KIGDB83· 6OC79· 43

Year 2016Dev Bombservice · PLAYISMOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping shooter

#4Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights

93

Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkNarrativeFantasyPost-ApocalypticHorror

Steam👍 94%· 44KIGDB79· 5OC85· 65

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

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and setting medieval, while skipping shooter

Steam Epic Xbox

#5Black Gunner Wukong: Prologue

91

Black Gunner Wukong: Prologue

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeDarkFantasyThird Person3D

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

Year 2024Dev Game ScienceOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings setting mythology, while skipping shooter

#6Black Myth: Wukong

91

Black Myth: Wukong

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeDarkFantasyThird Person3D

Steam👍 97%· 1.2MRAWG👍 85%· 169IGDB88· 4OC82· 105

Year 2024Dev Game ScienceOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with setting mythology, while skipping shooter

90

Nine Sols

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeDarkFantasy

Steam👍 94%· 40KIGDB89· 3OC86· 51

Year 2024Dev Red Candle GamesOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

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

91

Blasphemous

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkFantasyHorror

Steam👍 90%· 63KIGDB78· 4OC79· 77

Year 2019Dev The Game KitchenOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and horror tension, while skipping shooter

#9Surgeon Simulator 2013

92

Surgeon Simulator 2013

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkCasual

Steam👍 82%· 17KIGDB81· 5

Year 2013Dev Bossa StudiosOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, deep simulation and vibe casual, while skipping action RPG combat

#10Touhou Luna Nights

90

Touhou Luna Nights

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeMagicHardcoreFantasy

Steam👍 97%· 15KRAWG👍 78%· 99IGDB88· 1

Year 2018Dev Team Ladybug · AGM PLAYISMPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and ranged combat, while skipping shooter

Steam Xbox Nintendo

#11Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon

90

Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkFantasy

Steam👍 94%· 4.5KIGDB80· 3OC80· 30

Year 2018Dev Inti CreatesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and setting anime, while skipping shooter

Steam PS Nintendo

#12Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

89

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeFantasy

Steam👍 84%· 6.3KIGDB87· 7OC87· 195

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

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and exploration and discovery, while skipping shooter

#13Rabi-Ribi - Digital Artbook

88

Rabi-Ribi - Digital Artbook

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeMagicHardcoreFantasy

Steam👍 95%· 12KRAWG👍 83%· 42IGDB85· 4

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

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping action RPG combat

Steam PS Nintendo

#14Rabi-Ribi - Cicini's Halloween!

88

Rabi-Ribi - Cicini's Halloween!

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeMagicHardcoreFantasy

Steam👍 95%· 12KRAWG👍 83%· 42IGDB85· 4

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

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping action RPG combat

Steam PS Nintendo

88

Rabi-Ribi

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeMagicHardcoreFantasy

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, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping action RPG combat

Steam PS Nintendo

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Sancticide?: The closest game to Sancticide is Ninja Gaiden Sigma, scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 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 Sancticide?: The three closest games to Sancticide are: 1. Ninja Gaiden Sigma (97/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Kena: Bridge of Spirits (95/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight (94/100, 10 shared attributes). All share Sancticide's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 44 candidates across 20 dimensions.
Is Kena: Bridge of Spirits similar to Sancticide?: Yes, very much so — Kena: Bridge of Spirits scores 95/100 similarity to Sancticide. They share 11 attributes, including deep RPG systems and action RPG combat. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Sancticide?: The best RPG games similar to Sancticide are Ninja Gaiden Sigma, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight and Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Sancticide attributes like deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling.
How is similarity to Sancticide calculated?: We compare Sancticide against every game in our catalog using 20 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 Sancticide experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.