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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

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We filtered the 48 games similar to The Holy Gosh Darn down to the 20 that fit the “Fantasy” category. Dust: An Elysian Tail, Guacamelee! and Islets top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to The Holy Gosh Darn.

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Within the “Fantasy” category, the closest game to The Holy Gosh Darn is Dust: An Elysian Tail — scoring 82/100 on our similarity scale. Guacamelee! and Islets follow close behind.

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The best games with a fantasy setting like The Holy Gosh Darn

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to The Holy Gosh Darn. Each one has been evaluated across 11 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.

#1Dust: An Elysian TailClosest overall match

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Dust: An Elysian Tail

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExploration2D

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

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

✓ Shared with The Holy Gosh Darn: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, fighting mechanics and setting anime, while skipping puzzle design

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.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Guacamelee!Closest on setting

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Guacamelee!

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasyExploration2D

IGDB84· 11

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

✓ Shared with The Holy Gosh Darn: deep RPG systems, puzzle design and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat and co op, while skipping strong narrative focus

Where it drifts furthest from The Holy Gosh Darn: game mode.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Progression100Visuals100Game mode48

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Islets

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 96%· 2.3KRAWG👍 87%· 29IGDB81· 2OC79· 19

Year 2022Dev Kyle Thompson · Armor Games StudiosPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Like The Holy Gosh Darn, it's known for deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with cozy, relaxing feel and open world exploration, while skipping puzzle design

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.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting100Progression100Visuals100

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Chasm

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 73%· 2.7KIGDB70· 8OC72· 39

Year 2018Dev Bit Kid, Inc.On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed The Holy Gosh Darn, expect deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with roguelike runs, procedural generation and visual pixel, while skipping puzzle design

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for The Holy Gosh Darn.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting100Progression100Visuals56

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Aztaka

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 68%· 161

Year 2009Dev CiteremisPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like The Holy Gosh Darn, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, fighting mechanics and combat magic, while skipping puzzle design

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 The Holy Gosh Darn: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for The Holy Gosh Darn.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Tone100Combat70Visuals69Progression54

#6ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

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

✓ Shared with The Holy Gosh Darn: deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, dark, oppressive atmosphere and punishing difficulty, while skipping puzzle design

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 The Holy Gosh Darn: tone.

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#7Forgotton Anne

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Forgotton Anne

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasy2D

Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65

Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed The Holy Gosh Darn, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with vibe casual, setting scifi and setting anime, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Where it drifts furthest from The Holy Gosh Darn: setting.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone57Setting41

#8Songs for a Hero

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Songs for a Hero

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

MeleeNarrativeFantasy2DCasual

Steam👍 97%· 4.4K

Year 2016Dev Castro BrothersPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Like The Holy Gosh Darn, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe casual and visual pixel, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

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

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Visuals65Tone51

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Apotheon

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 90%· 3.8KRAWG👍 47%· 329MC78IGDB85· 4OC78· 30

Year 2015Dev AlientrapPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like The Holy Gosh Darn, it's known for deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, ranged combat and setting mythology, while skipping puzzle design

The Gods of Olympus have abandoned humanity, leaving you to perish without their benevolence. Take up arms against the Gods, climb Mount Olympus, and take their divine powers for yourself to ensure mankind’s survival!

Where it drifts furthest from The Holy Gosh Darn: setting.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10Alex Kidd in Miracle World

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Alex Kidd in Miracle World

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasy2D

Year 1986Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3

✓ If you enjoyed The Holy Gosh Darn, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, while skipping puzzle design

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 38 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting100Visuals100

#11Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

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Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasy2DStealth

Steam👍 74%· 3.8KIGDB70· 8OC67· 53

Year 2015Dev Climax Studios · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Like The Holy Gosh Darn, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: stealth mechanics, ranged combat and historical setting, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from The Holy Gosh Darn: combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for The Holy Gosh Darn.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Setting57Combat39

#12BloodRayne (Legacy)

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BloodRayne (Legacy)

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasy2D

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

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

✓ Shared with The Holy Gosh Darn: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, dark, oppressive atmosphere and horror setting, while skipping adventure storytelling

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.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for The Holy Gosh Darn.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone56Setting54

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Hinterland

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasyRangedProcedural

Steam👍 80%· 255MC65

Year 2008Dev Tilted Mill EntertainmentPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like The Holy Gosh Darn, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, real-time strategy and roguelike runs, while skipping puzzle design

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.

Where it drifts furthest from The Holy Gosh Darn: progression.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Setting100Combat60Progression0

#14Clicker Heroes

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Clicker Heroes

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeFantasy2DMultiplayer

Steam👍 90%· 62KRAWG👍 23%· 592

Year 2015Dev PlaysaurusPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with The Holy Gosh Darn: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, vibe casual and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping puzzle design

In the campaign mode you need to complete several missions and successfully reach the goal. There’s also a multiplayer mode where you can compete with other players online. Clicker Heroes is an idle game focused on grinding gold to upgrade your characters.

Where it drifts furthest from The Holy Gosh Darn: tone and progression.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Visuals100Game mode75Tone0

#15The Banner Saga 2

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The Banner Saga 2

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloNarrativeFantasy2DTactical

Steam👍 90%· 3.8KIGDB84· 13OC82· 84

Year 2016Dev Stoic · Versus EvilOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ Shared with The Holy Gosh Darn: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, deep simulation and combat tactical, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from The Holy Gosh Darn: combat and setting.

It predates The Holy Gosh Darn by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Tone100Visuals100Setting46Combat0

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