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We filtered the 48 games similar to The Holy Gosh Darn down to the 16 that fit the “Xbox” category. Dust: An Elysian Tail, Islets and Chasm top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to The Holy Gosh Darn.

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

#1Dust: An Elysian Tail82 #2Islets81 #3Chasm79 #4ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist77 #5Forgotton Anne75

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The best games like The Holy Gosh Darn on Xbox

16 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

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.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Tone100Visuals100Setting79

#2IsletsClosest on setting

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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

79

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

#4ENDER 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.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Progression100Visuals100Setting59

#5Forgotton 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

#6STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeExploration2DSci-Fi

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

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

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

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, setting scifi and setting cyberpunk, while skipping puzzle design

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 The Holy Gosh Darn: setting.

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

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Progression100Visuals100Setting0

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Dex

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeExploration2D

Steam👍 87%· 3.5KIGDB69· 8OC74· 19

Year 2015Dev Dreadlocks Ltd. · Badland IndieOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Shared with The Holy Gosh Darn: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, open world exploration and stealth mechanics, while skipping puzzle design

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

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

Genre100Game mode100Progression100Visuals78Tone70Combat48

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Katana ZERO

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrative2DDark

Steam👍 98%· 75KRAWG👍 90%· 1.1KMC83IGDB85· 8OC84· 72

Year 2019Dev Askiisoft · Devolver DigitalPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with The Holy Gosh Darn: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, dark, oppressive atmosphere and punishing difficulty, while skipping puzzle design

Katana ZERO is a fast paced neo-noir action platformer, focusing on tight, instant-death acrobatic combat, and a dark 80's neon aesthetic.

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

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals52Tone48Setting0

#9Assassin'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

#10NINJA 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 The Holy Gosh Darn, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

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

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.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals73

#11BloodRayne (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

#12South Park: The Fractured But Whole

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South Park: The Fractured But Whole

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeExploration2D

Steam👍 85%· 33KIGDB85· 18OC82· 182

Year 2017Dev Ubisoft San Francisco · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

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

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration, while skipping puzzle design

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

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Progression100Visuals100Tone54

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#13Clicker 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

#14SteamWorld Heist

50

SteamWorld Heist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DTacticalSci-Fi

Steam👍 94%· 6.2KIGDB88· 12OC86· 63

Year 2015Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

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

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

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

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat68Setting0

#15The Banner Saga 2

50

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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