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2006USK 12PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch92 % positive15.99 €

A fast-paced action RPG where you climb a demon-infested tower, with snappy combat, demanding bosses and a driving rock soundtrack. Multiple playable characters with distinct combat styles encourage replaying.

  • Boss fights as highlights
  • Strong soundtrack
  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Fantasy setting
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In short: Games like Ys Origin

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Ys Origin special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Up to three areas count more, the rest steps back.

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Horror Turn-based combat High difficulty Roguelike runs Shooter Pixel art Grind Survival PvP Open world Card game

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Ys: The Oath in Felghana

84 %Match

2005PEGI 16PC, PlayStation, Steam Deck playable93 % positive11.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Ys Origin: gripping boss fights, a strong soundtrack and melee combat with weapons or fists.

A fast-paced action RPG where you play Adol, dashing through Felghana with fluid combat, dodging, and huge boss fights. The legendary rock soundtrack and tight combat make it a genre classic.

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Dust: An Elysian Tail

Fantasy setting

A hand-painted Metroidvania with fast, combo-heavy combat, where the amnesiac warrior Dust explores a storybook world alongside his talking sword and companion Fidget. Big combos against crowds of enemies and a charming story drive the experience.

God of War II

Boss fights as highlights

Kratos wages a vengeful war against Olympus, allied with the Titans, in a brutal combo-driven hack-and-slash. Its colossal boss fights, like the Colossus of Rhodes, and its inventive environmental puzzles pushed the PS2 to its limits.

Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix

Strong soundtrack

You fight in real time with the Keyblade alongside Disney characters, mixing action, platforming and a JRPG-style story. This Final Mix version adds extra content and brings the game to a global audience in HD for the first time.

Tails of Iron

Fantasy setting

A hand-drawn 2D action adventure where you play Redgi, a rat prince fighting back against the invading frogs. Combat demands precise blocking and dodging, while you upgrade gear and rebuild your kingdom.

Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles

Boss fights as highlights

You get a fresh 3D take on the cult Rondo of Blood, with fluid whip combat, demanding jumps and gothic horror atmosphere. Unlockable classics like Symphony of the Night make the trip through Dracula's castle even more rewarding.

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