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Mortal Shell

 

This game heavily draws from the Souls-like mechanics with a challenging and punitive combat system, a dark ambiance, and a focus on exploration and boss fights.

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Nioh 2 The Complete Edition

 

Though it features a different setting (feudal Japan) and aesthetic, Nioh 2 offers a technically complex and challenging combat experience similar to that of Elden Ring.

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The Surge 2

 

An action RPG that borrows the challenging combat and progression structure of Souls games. It distinguishes itself with its futuristic setting and unique enemy limb-targeting system.

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Salt and Sanctuary

 

A 2D game that captures the essence of Souls games in a platform format. It shares the difficulty, exploration, and stamina-based combat system.

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Code Vein

 

This game combines Souls combat mechanics with an anime style and a “buddy” system where an AI companion accompanies you, offering a challenging and strategic combat experience.

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Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order

 

It offers a lightsaber combat system that requires thought and precision, with exploration and progression elements similar to Souls games.

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Sekiro Shadows Die Twice

 

Another title from FromSoftware, Sekiro focuses on parry and dodge combat rather than armor or magic, offering a different yet equally challenging experience as Elden Ring.

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Lords of the Fallen

 

A game heavily inspired by Dark Souls with a heavy combat system and a dark atmosphere, though generally considered less refined.

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Lies of P

 

Inspired by classic literature and Souls games, this title combines challenging combat, exploration, and a dark atmosphere.

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Outward Definitive Edition

 

This survival RPG stands out with its realistic approach to survival and magic, but it shares with Elden Ring the exploration of a vast and hostile world.

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Remnant: From the Ashes

 

A third-person shooter that incorporates Souls-like gameplay elements in its combat and world exploration.

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Thymesia

 

An action game that draws from Souls-style combat with a dark atmosphere and a similar narrative approach.

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Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin

 

A blend of the Final Fantasy universe with combat mechanics inspired by Souls games, focusing on action and strategy.

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Hollow Knight

 

Although it is a 2D platformer, it shares with Elden Ring in-depth exploration, an interconnected world, and a high level of difficulty.