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We filtered the 48 games similar to SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech down to the 21 that fit the “Fantasy” category. Unavowed, The Longest Journey and Forgotton Anne top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

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Within the “Fantasy” category, the closest game to SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech is Unavowed — scoring 62/100 on our similarity scale. The Longest Journey and Forgotton Anne follow close behind.

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The best games with a fantasy setting like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech

21 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech. 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.

#1Unavowed
Unavowed
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicNarrativeFantasySci-Fi2D
Steam👍 96%· 2.6KIGDB79· 5OC87· 25
Year 2018Dev Wadjet Eye GamesOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ If you enjoyed SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and skill tree progression, while skipping turn-based strategy

Genre100Game mode100Setting100Visuals69Tone64Combat57
#2The Longest Journey
The Longest Journey
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicNarrativeFantasySci-Fi2D
Steam👍 90%· 2.1KIGDB90· 1
Year 1999Dev FuncomOn PC · iOS

✓ Like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and setting cyberpunk, while skipping turn-based strategy

It predates SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Setting80Tone65Combat58
#3Forgotton Anne
Forgotton Anne
RPGAction RPG
SoloNarrativeCasualFantasySci-Fi2D
Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65
Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, puzzle design and melee combat, while skipping turn-based strategy

Where it drifts furthest from SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: combat.

Genre100Game mode100Tone100Visuals100Setting74Combat0
#4Runespell: Overture
Runespell: Overture
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicCasualFantasyLoot
Steam👍 74%· 387MC69
Year 2011Dev Mystic BoxPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, expect deep RPG systems, card game strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, loot and gear systems and skill tree progression, while skipping strong narrative focus

Runespell: Overture is a role-playing game combining poker mechanics with power ups and collectable cards. The world is set in an alternate medieval Europe linking historical characters with Norse mythology and sagas.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

It predates SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Tone69Setting60Combat58
The Banner Saga 2
RPGAction RPG
SoloTacticalMagicNarrativeFantasy2D
Steam👍 90%· 3.8KIGDB84· 13OC82· 84
Year 2016Dev Stoic · Versus EvilOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ Shared with SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, ranged combat and historical setting, while skipping card game strategy

Where it drifts furthest from SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: setting.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat87Tone77Setting36
Faerie Solitaire
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicCasualFantasyRelaxing
Steam👍 91%· 2.5KRAWG👍 39%· 90
Year 2010Dev SubsoapPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, it's known for deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and card game strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, vibe relaxing and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping strong narrative focus

Faerie Solitare is a card game-based video game with elements of a role-playing game developed by Subsoap. ###Gameplay The gameplay is mostly a typical solitaire game. Structurally, the game is divided into 40 levels, each based on a fantasy area such as Bright Cave, Mote Grove and so on.

Where it drifts furthest from SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: tone.

It predates SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Setting62Combat58Tone30
Gladiator Guild Manager: Prologue
RPGAction RPG
SoloTacticalMagicFantasyMedieval
Steam👍 93%· 1.6K
Year 2020Dev Entertainment Forge · GrabTheGamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, expect deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, survival mechanics and setting medieval, while skipping card game strategy

ADD FULL GAME TO YOUR WISHLISThttps://store.steampowered.

Where it drifts furthest from SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: setting.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting33
Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicTacticalNarrativeFantasy
Steam👍 74%· 2.5KRAWG👍 50%· 39MC80IGDB80· 1
Year 2013Dev Stardock EntertainmentPlaytime ~6hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, expect deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, deep simulation and sandbox world, while skipping card game strategy

Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes is an add-on to fantasy strategy game Fallen Enchantress developed by Stardock. ###Plot The game is set in Elemental. This fictional world was once used as home to many civilizations.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

Genre100Combat100Tone76Setting62Game mode55
Aztaka
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicNarrativeFantasy2D
Steam👍 68%· 161
Year 2009Dev CiteremisPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping turn-based strategy

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 SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: setting and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

It predates SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Tone71Visuals70Combat45Setting35
Horsey Game
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicNarrativeFantasyAnime
Steam👍 90%· 1.0KRAWG👍 52%· 23
Year 2012Dev Hanako GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings visual novel storytelling, deep simulation and setting anime, while skipping turn-based strategy

You have been invited to attend a magical school. Here you can make new friends, learn dozens of spells, face exams in the school dungeons, run for class office, and try to find a date for the May Day Ball. But be careful!

Where it drifts furthest from SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: setting.

Genre100Game mode100Tone80Combat60Setting40
Magical Diary: Horse Hall
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicNarrativeFantasyAnime
Steam👍 90%· 1.0KRAWG👍 52%· 23
Year 2012Dev Hanako GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: visual novel storytelling, deep simulation and setting anime, while skipping turn-based strategy

You have been invited to attend a magical school. Here you can make new friends, learn dozens of spells, face exams in the school dungeons, run for class office, and try to find a date for the May Day Ball. But be careful!

Where it drifts furthest from SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: setting.

Genre100Game mode100Tone80Combat60Setting40
Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories
RPGAction RPG
SoloMagicFantasy2DMultiplayer
IGDB80· 1
Year 2004Dev Jupiter Corporation · Nintendo

✓ Like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, it's known for deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat magic

≠ Its own twist: melee combat and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping card game strategy

It predates SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Setting59Game mode55Combat52
Dust: An Elysian Tail
RPGAction RPG
SoloNarrativeFantasy2DMelee
Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7
Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping turn-based strategy

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 SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: combat.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Tone69Setting52Combat0
Islets
RPGAction RPG
SoloNarrativeFantasy2DMelee
Steam👍 96%· 2.3KRAWG👍 87%· 29IGDB81· 2OC79· 19
Year 2022Dev Kyle Thompson · Armor Games StudiosPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, precision platforming and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping turn-based strategy

Iko is an aspiring yet hopeful warrior exploring the land and sky to reunite a series of floating islands. With his rickety airship, he must travel from island to island in order to reignite each one’s magnetic core while fighting off the many adversaries standing in his way.

Where it drifts furthest from SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: combat and tone.

Released 3 years after SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Setting63Tone46Combat0
Songs for a Hero
RPGAction RPG
CasualNarrativeFantasy2DMelee
Steam👍 97%· 4.4K
Year 2016Dev Castro BrothersPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, puzzle design and melee combat, while skipping turn-based strategy

Plataformas voadoras, inimigos coloridos, armas mágicas e física inexplicável. Isso tudo com uma música de fundo que acompanha a saga de um cavaleiro.

Where it drifts furthest from SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: combat.

Genre100Tone100Visuals66Setting59Combat0

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