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We filtered the 48 games similar to Tavrn’s Takedown down to the 25 that fit the “Action RPG” category. Hinterland, Alex Kidd in Miracle World and Dust: An Elysian Tail top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Tavrn’s Takedown.

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Within the “Action RPG” category, the closest game to Tavrn’s Takedown is Hinterland — scoring 70/100 on our similarity scale. Alex Kidd in Miracle World and Dust: An Elysian Tail follow close behind.

#1Hinterland70 #2Alex Kidd in Miracle World70 #3Dust: An Elysian Tail63 #4Dungeon Siege III62 #5Guacamelee!62

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The best action RPG games like Tavrn’s Takedown

25 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Tavrn’s Takedown. Each one has been evaluated across 5 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.

#1HinterlandClosest overall match

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Hinterland

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyRangedMeleeProcedural

Steam👍 80%· 255MC65

Year 2008Dev Tilted Mill EntertainmentPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Tavrn’s Takedown, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, adventure storytelling and roguelike runs, while skipping vibe casual

June 11, 2009 - Update Two new playable Orc classes: Lord (Warrior) or Shaman. Expanded gameplay: Orcs consume twice as much food, learn martial skills faster, manufacture items slower, and the Shaman uses totems to summon creatures. Several new items regardless of character class.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Alex Kidd in Miracle World

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Alex Kidd in Miracle World

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMelee2D

Year 1986Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3

✓ If you enjoyed Tavrn’s Takedown, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, adventure storytelling and melee combat, while skipping vibe casual

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 40 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Dust: An Elysian Tail

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Dust: An Elysian Tail

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMeleeNarrativeAnime

Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7

Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Tavrn’s Takedown: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling, while skipping vibe casual

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 Tavrn’s Takedown: tone.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4Dungeon Siege III

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Dungeon Siege III

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyCo-opOfflineMelee

Steam👍 58%· 2.9KRAWG👍 40%· 227MC72

Year 2011Dev Square EnixPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Tavrn’s Takedown, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Its own twist: melee combat, co op and offline, while skipping vibe casual

In Dungeon Siege III, 150 years have passed since the ending of the original Dungeon Siege. Some 30 years ago, a woman named Jeyne Kassynder led the rebellion and took over the power in the fantasy realm of Ehb.

Where it drifts furthest from Tavrn’s Takedown: game mode.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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Guacamelee!

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyCo-opMeleeExploration

IGDB84· 11

Year 2013Dev Drinkbox Studios · Spike ChunsoftOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · PC

✓ Shared with Tavrn’s Takedown: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, precision platforming and adventure storytelling, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Tavrn’s Takedown: game mode.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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Ninja Gaiden

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyCo-opMagicMelee

Year 1988Dev Tecmo

✓ Like Tavrn’s Takedown, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Its own twist: combat magic, melee combat and co op, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Tavrn’s Takedown: game mode.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 38 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Game mode47

#7ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMeleeDarkHardcore

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

Year 2025Dev Live Wire · Binary Haze InteractivePlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Tavrn’s Takedown: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and precision platforming, while skipping vibe casual

STORYSet in the Land of Fumes, this prosperous magical superpower is home to vast quantities of magical resources lurking underneath the surface. In hopes of advancing their kingdom's development, artificial life forms known as Homunculi came into being.

Where it drifts furthest from Tavrn’s Takedown: tone.

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#8BloodRayne (Legacy)

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BloodRayne (Legacy)

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMeleeDarkNarrative

Steam👍 60%· 928RAWG👍 34%· 40MC68IGDB65· 3

Year 2011Dev Abstraction Games · Majesco EntertainmentPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Tavrn’s Takedown: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping vibe casual

The original video game femme fatale, Rayne, has returned to battle and feed in a brand new hack ‘n slash adventure. Slay ghastly enemies as Rayne, the sexy dhampir with superhuman strength, speed, and agility, recruited by the vampire hunting Brimstone Society for one last mission.

Where it drifts furthest from Tavrn’s Takedown: tone.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Setting53Tone0

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Aztaka

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloFantasyMeleeMagicNarrative

Steam👍 68%· 161

Year 2009Dev CiteremisPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like Tavrn’s Takedown, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fantasy world

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

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 Tavrn’s Takedown: tone and setting.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10Viewtiful Joe

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Viewtiful Joe

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Solo2D

IGDB90· 1

Year 2003Dev Team Viewtiful · Capcom

✓ Shared with Tavrn’s Takedown: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming and visual 2d, while skipping vibe casual

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 23 years, with what that implies technically.

#11NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

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NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Solo2DPixel Art

Steam👍 93%· 2.5KRAWG👍 90%· 20IGDB86· 7OC86· 131

Year 2025Dev The Game Kitchen · DotEmuPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Tavrn’s Takedown, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, precision platforming and visual 2d, while skipping vibe casual

A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

#12KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

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KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

RAWG👍 84%· 44MC83

Year 2000Dev AtlusOn PS

✓ Shared with Tavrn’s Takedown: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: melee combat and visual 2d, while skipping vibe casual

What is reality...? Reality is just a series of events and players acting out what you believe is real. When we accept that fact, then our world becomes “reality.” Enter Maya Amano, an up-and-coming editor for a popular teen magazine. This has been her dream for as long as she can remember.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 26 years, with what that implies technically.

#13STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiCyberpunkExploration

Steam👍 81%· 4.2KRAWG👍 54%· 333MC78IGDB78· 16OC77· 62

Year 2012Dev Capcom · SEGAPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Tavrn’s Takedown, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling, while skipping vibe casual

Strider is a platforming hack and slash game developed by Double Helix Games. The game is a reboot of 1989 title, yet the developers didn't intend the game to be viewed as one. The title retells the original game's story.

Where it drifts furthest from Tavrn’s Takedown: setting.

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master

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Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeMagic2D

Year 1993Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd. · Tec ToyOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ If you enjoyed Tavrn’s Takedown, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, melee combat and combat magic, while skipping vibe casual

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 33 years, with what that implies technically.

#15Batman: The Video Game

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Batman: The Video Game

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

Year 1990Dev SUNSOFT

✓ If you enjoyed Tavrn’s Takedown, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, melee combat and visual 2d, while skipping vibe casual

It predates Tavrn’s Takedown by 36 years, with what that implies technically.

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