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We filtered the 48 games similar to SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech down to the 17 that fit the “Narrative” category. Forgotton Anne, DAVE THE DIVER and Songs for a Hero top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

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Within the “Narrative” category, the closest game to SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech is Forgotton Anne — scoring 58/100 on our similarity scale. DAVE THE DIVER and Songs for a Hero follow close behind.

#1Forgotton Anne58 #2DAVE THE DIVER51 #3Songs for a Hero49 #4The Banner Saga 273 #5Invincible Presents: Atom Eve67

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The best narrative games like SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech

17 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.

#1Forgotton AnneClosest on genre

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Forgotton Anne

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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.

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#2DAVE THE DIVER

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DAVE THE DIVER

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloCasualNarrative2DMelee

Steam👍 97%· 150KRAWG👍 87%· 188OC90· 87

Year 2023Dev MINTROCKET · NexonPlaytime ~9hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Nintendo

✓ Shared with SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, roguelike runs and vibe relaxing, while skipping turn-based strategy

Welcome to 'DAVE THE DIVER', a marine adventure set in the mysterious Blue Hole. Explore the sea with Dave by day, and run a sushi restaurant at night. Uncover the secrets of the Blue Hole, and unwrap this deep sea mystery involving 3 friends, each with distinct personalities. New adventures await.

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

Released 4 years after SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

Genre100Game mode100Tone52Visuals49Combat0

#3Songs for a Hero

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Songs for a Hero

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

#4The Banner Saga 2Closest overall match

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The Banner Saga 2

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

#5Invincible Presents: Atom Eve

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Invincible Presents: Atom Eve

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeSci-Fi2D

Steam👍 95%· 568IGDB80· 1OC80· 10

Year 2023Dev Terrible Posture Games · Skybound GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC

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

≠ Stands apart with visual novel storytelling, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat, while skipping card game strategy

Invincible Presents: Atom Eve is the first original Invincible game from Skybound Games, the creator-led company behind Invincible and The Walking Dead.

Released 4 years after SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Setting69Combat58Tone55

#6鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal

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鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloTacticalNarrative2DMelee

Steam👍 55%· 226K

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

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

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, deep simulation and sandbox freedom, while skipping card game strategy

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 SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: setting.

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

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Tone79Combat57Setting0

#7UnavowedClosest on setting

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Unavowed

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

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#8The Longest Journey

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The Longest Journey

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

#9Fallen Enchantress: Legendary HeroesClosest on combat

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Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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.

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Aztaka

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

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Horsey Game

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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.

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#12Magical Diary: Horse Hall

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Magical Diary: Horse Hall

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

#13Dust: An Elysian Tail

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Dust: An Elysian Tail

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

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Islets

GenreRPGSubgenreAction 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

#15Castlevania: Bloodlines

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Castlevania: Bloodlines

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloNarrative2DDarkLoot

Year 1994Dev Konami

✓ Shared with SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech: deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, precision platforming and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping turn-based strategy

It predates SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech by 25 years, with what that implies technically.

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