Thymesia similar games & best alternatives

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Thymesia

Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5 • 2022

Should you play it?

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

What works

  • Fast and satisfying combat
  • Unique plague weapon mechanics
  • Good boss design
  • Free respec and build customization
  • Atmospheric dark fantasy setting

Things to keep in mind

  • Short game length
  • Linear and repetitive level design
  • Limited enemy variety
  • Lack of voice acting and story depth
  • Some bugs and camera issues

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • ELDERBORN

  • Bright Memory

  • Darkblade Ascent

  • Bloodhound: First day in hell

  • Eastern Exorcist

  • Sekiro™: Shadows Die Twice - GOTY Edition

More exploratory

Games that feels like Thymesia but with more exploration of areas and secrets

  • Darksiders III

  • Souls of Blades

  • Hellpoint: The Thespian Feast

  • Bleak Faith: Forsaken

  • Stray Blade

  • AI LIMIT

More expressive

Games that feels like Thymesia but with more self-expression and customization

  • The Surge 2

  • Stellar Blade™

  • The First Berserker: Khazan

  • Black Myth: Wukong

  • Dark Light: Survivor

  • Steelrising

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Thymesia: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration, Story.

Last update: 21/08/2026