Sekiro, like most games from From Software, has been a global sensation that changed people's outlook on creating a new dark fantasy world full of exciting characters and unforgiving combat. It’s also the first game accessible to the broader audience that does not develop on the ideas of the Demon Souls/Dark Souls but tries to create something of its own.

But, as all things pass, Sekiro also has been played back-to-back by plenty of people, and, well, even if the game is outstanding, it may not be optimal to play only one title for the rest of our lives. 

So, we have decided to help you with this problem with the list of games like Sekiro, but not quite. We will delve into stealth mechanics and a brand new story! All of the critically acclaimed From Software game enthusiasts will surely enjoy stunning visuals, and the ability to kill ingeniously supernatural entities during what looks like the Sengoku period. So, if you feel Sekiro’s combat is among the best but want to try new skills and even more significant threats, we have some propositions for you!

• Release Date: March 2019

• Developer: From Software

• Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, Google Stadia, Playstation 5, Xbox Series X/S

• Meta Score: 90/100

But, let’s first start with the game itself, as some of you may not have been aware of this title yet – Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. So, for those of you who have never had the pleasure of going through the beautiful world of Sekiro or just want to refresh your memory – here’s what it’s all about. 

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice follows the story of a shinobi called Wolf. As a child, he was adopted by a shinobi, Owl, who trained him to be the best. The land of Ashina, where the action takes place, is falling, as the Isshin Ashina, an elder lord, got ill, and the Interior Ministry is trying to take over the power. 

Genichiro, the Isshin’s grandson, also adopted to save the clan, tries to find the Divine Heir Kuro, an immortal being with Dragon Heritage in his blood. He wants to create an army entirely of immortals. 

When it comes to gameplay, on the other hand, it’s something completely different than you may have remembered from the Dark Souls games. Well, there are some similarities, but it is much more swordfighting-based than the fast-paced action you may recall from Dark Souls or Elden Ring. 

The main difference is that instead of giving this incredible giant blows with powerful attacks, you focus on dodging and countering with normal-sized swords. Developer FromSoftware created a posture system where you need to break the enemy's stance before you can start dealing with some damage. Additionally, the prosthetic tool is a great addition that you can modify for your needs.

• Release Date: February 2022

• Developer: From Software

• Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S

• Meta Score: 96/100

We couldn’t discuss games like Sekiro without stating that Elden Ring is probably the best RPG game ever created and that you will miss out a lot if you decide not to give this one a chance.

When it comes to an action-adventure game – how does it relate to Sekiro? Well, it’s a spiritual successor to the fantastic game, as it is the same genre and developer as the titular game – that’s one. It’s a dark fantasy action RPG without the whole–team ninja thing. You can go through the entire game with different classes; you have multiple weapons and playstyles. And similarly to the Sekiro, you can create your own clever path in this award-winning adventure.

So, what’s it all about? You play as Tarnished, who were once banished from the Land Between and now are coming back to save it! George R.R. Martin and Hidetaka Miyazaki developed the story, so you know that’s something to be in awe of. 

The situation is pretty dicey, as Queen Marika, who used to rule over the Land Between, for some reason, decided to destroy the very thing that is keeping everything in control – the Elden Ring. This created a clash between her children and demigods, who will now try to take over the world. Will they succeed, or will you stand in their way and become Elden Lord? 

At its core, Elden Ring is an action game with dozens of attack patterns and boss battles, similar to the other games from From Software. But what makes this one different is the scale. Here, you have an utterly open-world match with dozens of paths to choose from and even more that you probably shouldn’t. You have your giant swords, but on the other hand – some magic and incantations. It’s a pretty demanding game, like all of the From Software titles, but it’s an incredibly satisfying one to finish. If you want the game closest to Dark Souls, this one is it.

• Release Date: Nintendo Switch March 2021, Windows January 2022, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S January 2023

• Developer: Capcom

• Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch

• Meta Score: 88/100

Next up, we have the Monster Hunter: Rise. It may be a tad different from what you could expect from the Sekiro world, but it has many similarities regarding the gameplay that we can’t leave out. For starters – it has a pretty advanced fighting system with weapons that you have to get close to understanding, as it is not the standard – “go there and hit something” kind of scenario. It’s much more complex than that, as you need to understand each weapon and master its abilities. Similarly to Sekiro, you get to fight and kill those giant creatures we all enjoy murdering. So it’s pretty close in the end!

The story is, well, the story is not what matters; what matters is the hunt! And that is an exciting part of those games. The basic concept is simple: you are set to kill or capture a monster that is somewhere on the map. How you will do it is entirely up to you.

To do so, you need to craft weapons. You have many crazy ones to choose from, some more standard like a bow or a sword, but sometimes you have crazy morphing weapons that no one knows how to fight with, but they look fantastic, and who cares in the end?

Those weapons have different effects based on the kind of monster they were created from, meaning – which monster’s parts were used to craft it. The more details of a monster you will cut off, the greater the chance for you to get even rarer pieces that will help you craft weapons and armor. Each beast also has weaknesses that you can utilize to add even more significant damage to the creature.

Monster Hunter: Rise is an excellent substitute for the Sekiro giant animal hunting, and if that was the part of the game you were the most interested in – then you should check this out.

• Release Date: PlayStation 4 April 2018, Windows January 2022

• Developer: Santa Monica Studio

• Platforms: PlayStation 4, Windows

• Meta Score: 94/100

Of course, it’s not the only game with giant animals to fight, as we also have the beloved God of War on our list! After murdering all the gods in ancient Greece, it’s time to conquer new kingdoms! Action RPG is the name; God of War is the game! With so many game awards and people totally in love with this title, you should install it before finishing this sentence.

So, the concept is pretty simple: we go back to the beautiful world of Kratos, this time accompanied by his son in the mystical lands of Norse mythology. We are here, in Midgard, to do one thing, and one thing only – bash some…sorry, spread the ashes of our dead wife at the tallest place in all Nine Realms. That’s not that hardcore, but it’s touching and sincere, so we will pass it.

Regarding games like Sekiro, this one is probably the closest on this list, as it utilizes similar concepts. Fighting with giant enemies, but also – a plot-based action game with an exciting story and even more interesting fighting. Here, everything is much slower than in previous God of War games, and you need to strategize a bit more to get the best out of the game. 

In this title, you also experience the world of the Kratos shoulder as you use your Leviathan Axe to murder all your enemies and fulfill your deceased wife’s last wish. You can smash it, throw it, and it comes back, and, yeah, it’s pretty much Mjolnir 2.0. Additionally, you can develop your skills and even craft the equipment necessary for some classic god-murdering we all enjoy. Regarding similar games to Sekiro – there are no better titles than this.

• Release Date: 2015

• Developer: CD PROJEKT RED

• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, XONE

• Meta Score: 93

But you can't go further than The Witcher III when it comes to engaging storytelling, deep thought behind the stylish fighting, and some visceral on-screen violence. It is, after all, one of the best games to ever be created, with some top graphics (at the time of the release, although – they are still kind of OK), an incredible plot, and even better fighting elements. What else can you expect from an action-based RPG?

So, how does it relate to Sekiro? It’s pretty much the same game, but instead of being set in feudal Japan, you have medieval Poland, with people being deceitful even more than monsters from legends.  

Here, you also don’t have many weapons to choose from, but one type to master and develop even further. You use two swords, one silver, and one iron. Both can be utilized differently, with incredible combos you can utilize to your advantage while keeping your balance between getting enough power from your potions and not getting into darkness. Foes are entertaining; the story is something you can engage with, and you can immediately see how rewarding it is to customize your armor with the skin of a powerful monster. It’s a feeling like no other, honestly!

And it all happens in the wonderful and living world of Andrzej Sapkowski’s series. It’s sad; it’s brutal; it’s everything you could ever imagine from medieval Europe, where there are vampires, demons, and werewolves. It may feel like something out of the Dark Souls series, but it’s much more than that, especially with the complete edition with some add-ons. So, if you liked Sekiro and you want to find something that is not from the creators of Demon’s Souls – this one is a great choice for you!

• Release Date: October 2017

• Developer: Monolith Productions

• Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Cloud Gaming, iOS, Microsoft Windows

• Metascore: 75

And from one writing master to another – we have the Middle-Earth: Shadow of War, set in the world created by the J.R.R. Tolkien. You get your Saurons, Uruk-Hai, and all the other friendly faces from the Lord of the Rings trilogy that we all cherish and love. This game is stunning regarding storytelling and the world, and how can you doubt it? It’s based on one of the most popular fantasy stories ever!

So, what is it all about? Well, you are Talion, a ranger of Gondor. The story is not as great as the trilogy, but you get to do some things here and there to push the storyline further. But, nothing to change the general outlook of the Lord of the Rings story. Nevertheless, it’s pretty fun to look at this giant conflict from this personal perspective, isn’t it?

Talion is a pretty athletic ranger, as he can utilize his abilities in order to fight against dozens of enemies. The main concept is building up the mighty meter of Talion. Then, you will be able to add a finishing move to your arsenal of strikes. It’s pretty much a finishing combo that you can kill lots of opponents at the same time. The game plays a bit like the one from the Batman: Arkham series, so if you enjoyed those games, you will be happy with what Talion can do. 

It’s also the closest thing to Sekiro, as you can parry and dodge different attacks during demanding one-on-one combats. Additionally, as the person being haunted by the elf lord Celebrimbor (too long to explain, just accept it for now), you also get to utilize some sick things only a ghost could do, like double-jump, spirit arrows, and fighting with spectral glaive. The combat system is pretty entertaining, so you should give it a try, at least for that reason. 

The game is pretty fun to play, and if you enjoyed the work of our lord and savior, Mr Tolkien, you will have some fun with this successor to the throne. It's one of the more fun LotR-based games ever created, that’s for sure!

• Release Date: November 2021

• Developer(s): Respawn Entertainment

• Platforms: PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, xCloud, Microsoft Windows, Google Stadia

• Meta Score: 81

And finally, we have the one, the only Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. It’s another Sekiro-like game set in the grander universe, full of surprises and possibilities. Here, you take on the role of Cal Kestis, a young Jedi Padawan who fortunately survived Order 66 and now is working as, well, no one really in the middle of nowhere. Fortunately, it does not take long for you to finally use the Force and reveal your true nature. Force is essentially magic in this universe; you can jump higher, move things with your mind, and even use lighting that comes from your hands. With that, you join the Resistance (AKA the “Good Guys), and your legend is being created.

When it comes to elements similar to Sekiro, we can point to RPG elements, but also – the feel of the game with all the jumping, puzzle-solving, and combat elements of this game.

So, what’s the concept behind this title? Well, it’s mostly the nostalgia-baiting. And it works pretty well. For some reason, lightsaber battles are some of the most entertaining things in the history of gaming. And here it is almost perfect. Each enemy you encounter, you can beat with so many different attacks, Force uses, some enjoyable platforming elements, and arguably some of the sickest lightsaber animations to date. 

You get to enjoy some push, pull, and some elements that are rather questionable for a Jedi in some regards. But hey, it’s a tough world; what are you going to do, cry about it to George Lucas? In our case – not, as the whole thing makes it that much more immersive and interesting. In our book, it’s the game from the gamers, by the gamers. And it feels like it, for sure!

So, if you want to get a game like Sekiro in the future with some Star Wars motif added to it – this is the bet you can get, that’s for sure!