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Games like Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

If Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is your kind of game, the closest matches are Dispatch, Hologram and SOUNDGRASS — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its banter is constant, combat is fun and soundtrack is amazing. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is a 2021 action-adventure from Eidos-Montréal that tasks players with commanding Star-Lord and his ragtag crew through a linear cosmic story. Combat relies on team-command mechanics where players direct the Guardians' abilities, with boss-fights and environmental-puzzles punctuating the journey alongside occasional flying-segments. Players describe the experience as cinematic, emotional, funny, and whimsical, with constant banter between the misfit team and a story that reviewers highlight as touching. The voice acting draws consistent praise, and combat is described as genuinely fun thanks to the huddle-system that lets the team recharge together mid-battle. The game runs at normal difficulty and offers a long single-player experience for around $60. Steam Deck players can take the adventure on the road, and the title holds a 93% positive rating from over 18,000 Steam reviews.

About Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy: Fire up a wild ride across the cosmos with a fresh take on Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. In this action-adventure game, you are Star-Lord leading the unpredictable Guardians from one explosion of chaos to the next. You got this. Probably.

2021ActionAdventure59.99 USDDeck PlayableMetacritic 78Windowsby Eidos-Montréal
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy — Steam game cover
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Steam players who put hours into Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Dispatch

    WHY THIS

    Shares a cinematic mood with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Top pick for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Dispatch is a superhero workplace comedy where choices matter. Manage a dysfunctional team of misfit heroes and strategize who to send to emergencies around the city, all while balancing office politics, personal relationships, and your own quest to become a hero. All episodes out now!

    2025ActionStrategyIndie23.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Hologram

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Hologram is a third-person shooter that takes place in the middle of the war of realities. In a world beyond the past and the future, transformed by illusion, evolve and overcome rapidly changing battlefields with time manipulation abilities.

    2022ActionAdventure19.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. SOUNDGRASS

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    You find yourself on a planet where plants emit sound. Sound and music are also your main gameplay mechanic. Experience the world of sound as never done before.

    IndieAdventureSteam ↗
  4. Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    The Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition includes single-player base content and over 40 DLC from the highly acclaimed Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2, and Mass Effect 3 games, including promo weapons, armors, and packs — remastered and optimized for 4K Ultra HD.

    2021ActionRPG14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Orange Cast: Sci-Fi Space Action Game

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    As humanity’s elite space trooper, you take on a heroic, action-packed adventure throughout the galaxy. Explore planets, protect colonies, and be the first to meet the unknown! Dive into the original story inspired by James S.A. Corey’s The Expanse series...

    2021ActionAdventure6.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. HELLDIVERS™ 2

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence. Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter.

    2024Action39.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Mafia: The Old Country

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Uncover the origins of organized crime in Mafia: The Old Country, a gritty mob story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily. Fight to survive as Enzo Favara and prove your worth to the Family in this immersive third-person action-adventure.

    2025ActionAdventure49.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series

    WHY THIS

    Shares an emotional mood with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Ranked #8 for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    From Earth to the Milano to Knowhere and beyond, and set to the beat of awesome music, this five-part episodic series puts you in the rocket-powered boots of Star-Lord in an original Guardians adventure.

    2017AdventureDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. ReCore: Definitive Edition

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    From creator Keiji Inafune and the makers of Metroid Prime comes the ReCore: Definitive Edition, an action-adventure crafted for a new generation. As one of the last humans, forge friendships with robotic companions and lead them on an epic adventure through a dynamic world.

    2018ActionAdventure19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    In Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, the worlds of Peter Parker and Spider-Man collide in an original action-packed story. Play as an experienced Peter Parker, fighting big crime and iconic villains in Marvel’s New York. Web-swing through vibrant neighborhoods and defeat villains with epic takedowns.

    2022ActionAdventureCasual59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Hi-Fi RUSH

    WHY THIS

    Shares a funny mood with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Reviewers of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Test your abilities in two new game modes, uncover new rewards and even a few secrets in the Arcade Challenge! Update! Feel the beat as wannabe rockstar Chai and his ragtag team fight against an evil megacorp in a world that syncs to the music.

    2023Action29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Mass Effect (2007)

    WHY THIS

    Shares a cinematic mood with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Reviewers of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    As Commander Shepard, you lead an elite squad on a heroic, action-packed adventure throughout the galaxy.

    2008ActionRPG5.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Marvel's Midnight Suns

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    FIGHT AND STRATEGIZE LIKE A SUPER HERO IN THE DARKER CORNERS OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE. Play as The Hunter, a legendary demon slayer who must lead a team of Super Heroes and supernatural warriors facing apocalyptic threats.

    2022StrategyRPG8.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Marvel's Avengers - The Definitive Edition

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Assemble your team of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, embrace your powers, and live your Super Hero dreams.

    2020ActionAdventureRPGSteam ↗
  7. The Last of Us™ Part I

    WHY THIS

    Shares an emotional mood with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Reviewers of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.

    2023ActionAdventure59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. SPIDER MALL !

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    A night of urban exploration goes wrong for Explorer X as he finds himself trapped in an abandoned shopping mall facing off against security guards and a giant hungry spider. You make the choices in this live action bodycam FMV game. Escape the mall or die trying!

    2023ActionAdventure6.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy at current Steam store prices.

  1. Terraria

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~83% under Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!

    2011ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Phasmophobia

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy on Steam right now. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Phasmophobia is a 4 player online co-op psychological horror. Paranormal activity is on the rise and it’s up to you and your team to use all the ghost-hunting equipment at your disposal in order to gather as much evidence as you can.

    2020ActionIndieEarly Access19.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Lethal Company

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~83% under Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    A co-op horror about scavenging at abandoned moons to sell scrap to the Company.

    2023ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Left 4 Dead 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~83% under Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy on Steam right now. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 is a co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.

    2009Action9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Schedule I

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy on Steam right now. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    From small-time dope pusher to kingpin - manufacture and distribute a range of drugs throughout the grungy city of Hyland Point. Expand your empire with properties, businesses, employees and more.

    2025ActionStrategyIndie19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Subnautica

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Descend into the depths of an alien underwater world filled with wonder and peril. Craft equipment, pilot submarines and out-smart wildlife to explore lush coral reefs, volcanoes, cave systems, and more - all while trying to survive.

    2018IndieAdventure29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Hollow Knight

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    2017ActionIndieAdventure14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. The Forest

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    As the lone survivor of a passenger jet crash, you find yourself in a mysterious forest battling to stay alive against a society of cannibalistic mutants. Build, explore, survive in this terrifying first person survival horror simulator.

    2018ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  5. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Adventure with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

    STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

Does Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy run on Steam Deck?
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy cost?
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is listed on Steam at 59.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy are Dispatch, Hologram, SOUNDGRASS.
Who developed Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy?
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy was developed by Eidos-Montréal and published by Eidos Interactive Corp..

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

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