12 Multiplayer games like Twisted Metal that you should try

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We filtered the 43 games similar to Twisted Metal down to the 12 that fit the “Multiplayer” category. Race The Sun, Don't Starve Together and Stranded Deep top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Twisted Metal.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

The best multiplayer games like Twisted Metal

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Twisted Metal. Each one has been evaluated across 9 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.

#1Race The SunClosest overall match

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerNarrativeDarkCo-op

Steam👍 93%· 6.3KRAWG👍 45%· 406MC79IGDB86· 2OC79· 24

Year 2013Dev FlippFly · FlippflyPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, racing gameplay and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and vibe relaxing, while skipping shooter

In Race the Sun you control a spaceship powered by solar energy. You have to dodge objects on your way, for example, from laser beams, other ships and various obstacles, while collecting blue pyramids that will boost the player.

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: visuals and tone.

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#2Don't Starve Together

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

MultiplayerSoloDarkNarrativeIsometric

Steam👍 95%· 531KRAWG👍 72%· 1.4KMC83

Year 2016Dev Klei EntertainmentPlaytime ~7hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom, while skipping racing gameplay

Don't Starve Together is surrealistic and grim survival game made up for six people simultaneously. Initially, Don't Starve is a single-player game with a core mechanic of going through various problems of your character. You have to sleep and eat well.

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: game mode.

Released 4 years after Twisted Metal.

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#3Stranded DeepClosest on tone

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerDarkNarrativeCo-op

Steam👍 74%· 47KOC64· 14

Year 2015Dev Beam Team GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, deep simulation and sandbox freedom, while skipping racing gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: visuals and game mode.

Released 3 years after Twisted Metal.

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#4Elden Ring Nightreign

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerDarkNarrativeCo-op

Steam👍 82%· 183KIGDB85· 4OC80· 179

Year 2025Dev FromSoftware · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, deep RPG systems and roguelike runs, while skipping racing gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: visuals and game mode.

Released 13 years after Twisted Metal.

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#5Dying Light: The Beast

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerDarkCo-opHorror

Steam👍 87%· 68KIGDB82· 7OC81· 126

Year 2025Dev TechlandOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and horror setting, while skipping racing gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: visuals.

Released 13 years after Twisted Metal.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

MultiplayerSoloNarrativeCo-opOpen World

Steam👍 92%· 138KIGDB81· 4OC75· 26

Year 2019Dev System Era SoftworksOn PS4 · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, strong narrative focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, deep simulation and sandbox freedom, while skipping racing gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: visuals.

Released 7 years after Twisted Metal.

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#7Animal Company

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerDarkCo-opOnline

Year 2024

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, horror setting and co op, while skipping racing gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: game mode.

Released 12 years after Twisted Metal.

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#8Castaway Paradise - live among the animals

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerNarrativeIsometricCo-op

Steam👍 70%· 581

Year 2014Dev Stolen Couch GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, strong narrative focus and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling, while skipping racing gameplay

Featured DLCThe Summer is magic!!! About the GameYour adventure starts when you get stranded on a tropical island. This is your island, your adventure! Do whatever you like! It's the ultimate Sandbox sim! Do you like Animal Crossing or Harvest Moon? Castaway Paradise is the game for you!

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: tone and game mode.

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#9flOwClosest on visuals

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerIsometricCo-op

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Year 2006Dev ThatGameCompanyOn PlayStation 3 · PS4

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, deep simulation and co op, while skipping racing gameplay

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#10Russian Fishing 4

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

MultiplayerSoloNarrativeCo-opOnline

Steam👍 59%· 86KRAWG👍 31%· 73

Year 2018Dev Russian FishingPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, strong narrative focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, deep simulation and sports simulation, while skipping racing gameplay

Russian Fishing 4 dynamic and engaging fishing simulator that features unique natural physics, conditions and fish behavior. 50+ Fish species. 8 Lakes and rivers. Spinning, Bait casting, Feeder and Float fishing. Players ratings, achievements and statistics. Dozens of fishing techniques.

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: visuals and tone.

Released 6 years after Twisted Metal.

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#11The Guild 3

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerIsometricCo-opCozy

Steam👍 61%· 7.9KRAWG👍 45%· 22

Year 2022Dev Purple Lamp Studios · THQ NordicPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, deep RPG systems and sandbox freedom, while skipping racing gameplay

We find ourselves in middle Europe of the year 1400. The dark middle ages, once dominated through nobles and clergy, ends and a new era begins: the age of the free cities of trading and of the free mind! In The Guild 3 you create a family dynasty which can last for centuries.

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: tone.

Released 10 years after Twisted Metal.

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#12Raft

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

MultiplayerSoloCo-opOnlineOpen World

Steam👍 93%· 372KRAWG👍 77%· 448IGDB80· 1

Year 2022Dev Redbeet Interactive · Axolot GamesPlaytime ~8hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, multiplayer gameplay and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, deep simulation and sandbox freedom, while skipping racing gameplay

By yourself or with friends, your mission is to survive an epic oceanic adventure across a perilous sea! Gather debris to survive, expand your raft and be wary of the dangers of the ocean!

Where it drifts furthest from Twisted Metal: visuals and game mode.

Released 10 years after Twisted Metal.

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