What is the best game similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge?

The closest game to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge is Darkest Dungeon®, scoring 83/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge?

The three closest games to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge are: 1. Darkest Dungeon® (83/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire (81/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. Darkest Dungeon II (84/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 38 candidates across 9 dimensions.

Is Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge?

Yes, very much so — Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire scores 81/100 similarity to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What RPG games are similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge?

The best RPG games similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge are Darkest Dungeon®, Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire, Darkest Dungeon II and Caves of Qud. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge attributes like deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling.

How is similarity to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge calculated?

We compare Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge against every game in our catalog using 9 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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If Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge left you wanting more, this list of 38 similar games is for you. Each one shares part of its essence — deep RPG systems, combat tactical and fantasy world — and is ranked by a similarity score computed across 9 attributes. Darkest Dungeon® comes closest (83/100).

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Top games similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge. 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.

#1Darkest Dungeon®Closest on genre

iRank87

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyExplorationLoot

Steam👍 92%· 159KRAWG👍 86%· 1.4KMC84IGDB83· 10OC84· 80

Year 2016Dev Red Hook StudiosPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, horror tension and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping visual first person

Darkest Dungeon is a roguelike RPG developed by Red Hook Studios. The works of Howard Lovecraft served as the main inspiration for the game which addresses the themes of fear and psychological trauma.

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals and setting.

Released 26 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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#2Pillars of Eternity II: DeadfireClosest on setting

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyExplorationNarrative

Steam👍 88%· 20KIGDB85· 14OC89· 88

Year 2018Dev Obsidian Entertainment · Versus EvilOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, open world exploration and skill tree progression, while skipping loot and gear systems

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals and progression.

Released 28 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting100Progression36Visuals0

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyExplorationLoot

Steam👍 75%· 26KIGDB83· 5OC81· 78

Year 2023Dev Red Hook StudiosOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings roguelike runs, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping visual first person

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals.

Released 33 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyExplorationNarrative

Steam👍 95%· 12KRAWG👍 83%· 46IGDB94· 1OC90· 11

Year 2015Dev Freehold Games · Kitfox GamesPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, roguelike runs and survival mechanics, while skipping loot and gear systems

Caves of Qud is a science fantasy roguelike epic steeped in retrofuturism, deep simulation, and swathes of sentient plants. Come inhabit an exotic world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Decide: is it a dying earth, or is it on the verge of rebirth?Who are you?

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals and progression.

Released 25 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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#5Paper Mario: The Origami King

iRank79

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyExplorationOpen World

IGDB81· 11OC78· 137

Year 2020Dev Intelligent Systems · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, open world exploration and visual third person, while skipping loot and gear systems

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals.

Released 30 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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#6Fire Emblem: Three Houses

iRank91

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyIsometricThird Person

IGDB93· 9OC89· 122

Year 2019Dev Intelligent Systems · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with visual isometric and visual third person, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals.

Released 29 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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#7Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars

iRank90

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB90· 1

Year 1996Dev Square · Nintendo

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with visual isometric, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals.

Released 6 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting100Visuals0

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyNarrativeCrafting

IGDB94· 21OC94· 138

Year 2016Dev AtlusOn PlayStation 3 · PS4

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, crafting mechanics and visual third person, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: progression and visuals.

Released 26 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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#9KeeperRL

iRank84

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyExplorationDark

Steam👍 84%· 1.8K

Year 2015Dev Michal BrzozowskiPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, roguelike runs and sandbox freedom, while skipping loot and gear systems

KeeperRL is an ambitious dungeon simulator with roguelike and RPG elements. Take the role of an evil wizard and study the methods of black magic. Equip your minions and explore the world, murder innocent villagers and burn their homes.

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals and progression.

Released 25 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting59Progression18Visuals0

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalExplorationNarrativeCasual

Steam👍 94%· 6.0KIGDB90· 1OC89· 22

Year 2025Dev YCJY GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, roguelike runs and strong narrative focus, while skipping fantasy world

It’s the early 2000’s, and you’ve just bought your first car. A long, slow summer lies ahead. Hearing about a festival on the other side of the country, you fire up your engine, plot a course on your map, and hit the road. How, if you get there at all, is up to you.

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals and progression.

Released 35 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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#11Shadows Over Loathing

iRank91

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalExplorationNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 96%· 3.3KOC81· 10

Year 2022Dev AsymmetricPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping fantasy world

Shadows over Loathing — a slapstick-figure comedy adventure-RPG full of mobsters, monsters, and mysteries.

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals and progression.

Released 32 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Progression32Visuals0

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB85· 6OC84· 112

Year 2023Dev ArtePiazza · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: visual isometric, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals.

Released 33 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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#13Loop Hero

iRank89

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyNarrativeDark

Steam👍 93%· 36KIGDB85· 7OC84· 85

Year 2021Dev Four Quarters · Devolver DigitalOn Xbox · Linux · Android

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings roguelike runs, card game strategy and strong narrative focus, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: progression and visuals.

Released 31 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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Steam GOG Epic

#14Fire Emblem Engage

iRank83

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyIsometricThird Person

IGDB86· 5OC81· 135

Year 2023Dev Intelligent Systems · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with visual isometric and visual third person, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals.

Released 33 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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Nintendo

#15Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

iRank82

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyIsometricThird Person

IGDB81· 9OC84· 91

Year 2017Dev Intelligent Systems · Nintendo

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings roguelike runs, visual isometric and visual third person, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge: visuals.

Released 27 years after Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

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RPG · Turn-Based Strat

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RPG · Turn-Based Strat

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RPG · Turn-Based Strat

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RPG · Turn-Based Strat

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RPG · Simulation

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge?: The closest game to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge is Darkest Dungeon®, scoring 83/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge?: The three closest games to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge are: 1. Darkest Dungeon® (83/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire (81/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. Darkest Dungeon II (84/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 38 candidates across 9 dimensions.
Is Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge?: Yes, very much so — Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire scores 81/100 similarity to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge?: The best RPG games similar to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge are Darkest Dungeon®, Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire, Darkest Dungeon II and Caves of Qud. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge attributes like deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling.
How is similarity to Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge calculated?: We compare Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge against every game in our catalog using 9 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.