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We filtered the 13 games similar to Sworn down to the 9 that fit the “Hardcore” category. Hades, The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ and Halls of Torment top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Sworn.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

The best hardcore games like Sworn

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Sworn. Each one has been evaluated across 19 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.

#1HadesClosest overall match

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeNarrativeHardcoreProceduralMythologyFantasyExplorationLootIsometric

Steam👍 98%· 303KRAWG👍 89%· 2.1KMC93IGDB94· 17OC94· 190

Year 2020Dev Supergiant GamesPlaytime ~10hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Missing: historical setting.

Hades is a rogue-like dungeon crawler that combines the best aspects of Supergiant's critically acclaimed titles, including the fast-paced action of Bastion, the rich atmosphere and depth of Transistor, and the character-driven storytelling of Pyre.

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: game mode.

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#2The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+Closest on game mode

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloCo-opMultiplayerMeleeHardcoreNarrativeProceduralFantasyExplorationLootIsometric

Steam👍 69%· 7.0KIGDB83· 3OC82· 21

Year 2017Dev Edmund McMillen · Nicalis, Inc.On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems

≠ Its own twist: shooter, horror tension and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Sworn.

It predates Sworn by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeProceduralFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 96%· 31KRAWG👍 87%· 53IGDB90· 2OC84· 16

Dev Chasing CarrotsPlaytime ~8hOn PC · Linux

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, ranged combat and setting medieval, while skipping adventure storytelling

PRELUDE AVAILABLE NOWhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2316660 About the GameHalls of Torment is a horde survival game in a pre rendered retro look reminiscent of RPGs from the late 90s. Choose one of many hero characters and descend into the deadly Halls of Torment. Fight unholy horrors from beyond and survive wave after wave until you face one of the tormented lords.

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: game mode and setting.

Genre100World100Tone80Combat51Visuals34Setting27

GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeHardcoreProceduralFantasyExplorationLootIsometric

Steam👍 91%· 21KIGDB74· 5OC77· 39

Year 2018Dev Contingent99On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems

≠ Its own twist: combat magic, offline and visual pixel, while skipping strong narrative focus

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: setting and visuals.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeHardcoreProceduralFantasyExplorationLoot

Steam👍 73%· 1.6KRAWG👍 30%· 47MC62IGDB75· 2

Year 2013Dev Robot Loves KittyPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the action roguelites cluster, with roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: combat magic, offline and visual 2d, while skipping action RPG combat

As you journey deep into the dungeon, you will find weapons, items, and long forgotten magic.. ..if you're lucky, it might help you to fight off the droves of mysterious creatures you will encounter.

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: visuals and setting.

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

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

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloCo-opMeleeHardcoreProceduralFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 96%· 5.3K

Year 2022Dev Anthony Case · CaiyswarePlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe casual, dark, oppressive atmosphere and ranged combat, while skipping adventure storytelling

~ In a time long ago, those with forbidden power over the dead were branded as wretched Boneraisers. Such heathen were hunted, hanged, burnt, and staked, and their remains sealed within sanctified mausoleums.

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: setting and visuals.

Genre100World100Tone52Combat49Game mode48Visuals42

GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloCo-opMeleeHardcoreProceduralFantasy

Steam👍 98%· 262KRAWG👍 89%· 792OC88· 49

Year 2022Dev ponclePlaytime ~11hOn PC · Xbox · iOS

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe casual, dark, oppressive atmosphere and ranged combat, while skipping adventure storytelling

Vampire Survivors is currently a time survival game with minimalistic gameplay and roguelite elements. There's no place where to hide, all you can do is try to survive a cursed night and get as much gold as possible for the next survivor, before Death inevitably puts an end to your struggles.

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: visuals and setting.

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#8Voidigo

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

Co-opSoloMeleeHardcoreProcedural

Steam👍 97%· 4.8K

Year 2021Dev semiworkPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Fits the action roguelites cluster, with roguelike runs, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Where it differs: brings ranged combat, offline and visual topdown, while skipping deep RPG systems

Voidigo is a chaotic and colorful roguelite shooter with a focus on dynamic boss fights. Equip one of the many ranged weapons and fight back the corruption. Or use one of the melee weapons if you prefer a more personal approach. Dodge attacks and stomp your enemies to gain the upper hand. The many bosses of Voidigo will put up a good fight, relentlessly fueled by the void's corruption.

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: visuals and game mode.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeHardcoreProceduralEarly Access

Steam👍 96%· 14KRAWG👍 79%· 27

Year 2019Dev PixeljamPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of action roguelites: roguelike runs, action RPG combat and deep RPG systems

≠ Its own twist: vibe casual, ranged combat and setting space, while skipping adventure storytelling

- SURVIVE - EVOLVE - DOMINATE - Nova Drift is a "Roguelite" space shooter which melds a classic arcade experience with modern action-RPG elements. Your ship rapidly evolves as you defeat enemies, allowing you to shape its abilities and weaponry to your desires in a matter of minutes.

Where it drifts furthest from Sworn: setting and visuals.

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