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2013PC36 % positive

In Akaneiro you hunt mythical demons in Edo-era Japan, and the blend of Japanese folklore with hints of Little Red Riding Hood feels genuinely distinctive. Its action-focused hack-and-slash combat is rewarded by steady gear and character growth.

  • Historical setting
  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Strong character progression
  • Fantasy setting
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The closest matches for Akaneiro: Demon Hunters are Onimusha: Warlords, God of War and Apotheon. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Akaneiro: Demon Hunters special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Onimusha: Warlords

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2019PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified93 % positive19.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Akaneiro: Demon Hunters: a historical setting, melee combat with weapons or fists and a fantasy setting.

You play the samurai Samanosuke, fighting demons through feudal Japan in a sword-focused action adventure with a strong sense of atmosphere. This HD remaster adds widescreen support and more precise analog controls to the classic combat.

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God of War

Lavish presentation

As the vengeful Spartan Kratos, you carve through mythic Greece with chained blades to kill Ares. Fast, brutal combat, epic boss fights and light puzzles define this linear adventure.

Apotheon

Distinctive, stylised art style

A 2D action adventure presented as Greek black-figure vase painting, where you play Nikandreia fighting through ancient mythology and taking powers from the gods. Varied weapons, shield blocking and thrown arms keep combat fresh.

Fate/Samurai Remnant

Strong character progression

An action RPG from Omega Force set in Edo-period Japan, where a young samurai and his Servant join a Holy Grail War. Fast, musou-flavored combat with Servant abilities meets a dialogue-heavy Fate story.

Bladed Fury

Historical setting

An action game set in ancient China that hooks you with fast-paced fights and a look inspired by traditional Chinese painting. Its sound design adds to the atmosphere.

Odin Sphere

Strong character progression

A gorgeously hand-painted 2D action RPG that tells a tragic, Norse-inspired tale across five interlocking character campaigns. Fast brawler combat is complemented by alchemy, cooking and plant-growing systems.

Folklore

Dark, serious atmosphere

A dark action RPG set in the Irish village of Doolin, where you play Ellen and Keats venturing into the Netherworld. Instead of leveling up, you capture the souls of creatures (Folk) and use them as abilities in combat.

Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams

Historical setting

This entry moves Capcom's demon-slaying series in feudal Japan to a free 3D camera with fast sword combat. It adds switchable AI companions, a wider range of weapons, and the ability to revisit earlier areas for new content.

Nioh 2

Strong character progression

Nioh 2 is a punishing samurai action RPG set in Sengoku-era Japan, where you play a half-Yokai and master stances, timing and supernatural powers. Its deep loot and build variety and fast, demanding combat make it a standout for Soulslike fans.

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