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A challenging sci-fi action RPG in which an expedition lands on an unexplored planet and investigates a colossal monolith left by a lost civilisation. It leans on layered systems and character development.

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Strong character progression
  • Lots to discover
  • Challenging difficulty

The closest matches for Empyreal are The Surge 2, Hellpoint and The Surge. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Empyreal special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Hellpoint

Challenging difficulty

A grim sci-fi soulslike set on a decaying space station where dimensions bleed into each other. Interconnected areas, punishing combat and co-op play define the experience.

The Surge

Challenging difficulty

A sci-fi Soulslike where you fight through a decaying industrial complex in an exoskeleton. Its hook is targeting and severing specific limbs to loot the exact gear and upgrades you want.

Shadow Labyrinth

Lots to discover

A dark 2D Metroidvania spin-off in the PAC-MAN universe: as the Swordsman you explore an alien planet, devour enemies and grow into an apex predator. It blends fast sword combat with platforming and exploration.

Stellar Blade

Lavish presentation

A slick hack-and-slash set on a ruined Earth where precise parries and dodges decide every fight. It pairs spectacular boss battles with semi-open zones full of secrets and a standout soundtrack.

Trinity Fusion

Challenging difficulty

A rogue-lite action platformer set in a sci-fi multiverse, where you fight as parallel versions of yourself through procedurally assembled rooms. Fast, precise combat meets Metroidvania elements and lasting upgrades.

Ghost Song

Lots to discover

An atmospheric 2D Metroidvania set on the lonely moon Lorian V, where you awaken as a Deadsuit, explore eerie caverns, gain new abilities and uncover cosmic secrets. Fluid combat and a moody sci-fi setting define the adventure.

Otherskin

Lots to discover

A third-person Metroidvania shooter in which Alex explores an alien planet and absorbs organic abilities that reshape both combat and traversal. New powers steadily open up more of the world.

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