Games like Avernum 5
If Avernum 5 is your kind of game, the closest matches are Avernum 4, Avernum 6 and Avernum: Escape From the Pit — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its exploration is supremely rewarding, interconnected storylines and atmospheric. 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.
Get personalized picks →About Avernum 5: Avernum 5 is the second chapter in the Great Trials Trilogy, three games that tell the tale of this land’s struggles in the face of powerful forces that seek to destroy it.
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Avernum 4
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Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Top pick for Avernum 5 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Avernum 4 is the first chapter in the Great Trials Trilogy, three games that tell the tale of your land’s struggles in the face of powerful forces that seek to destroy it.
Avernum 6
WHY THIS
Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Second-strongest match for Avernum 5 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Avernum 6 is the final chapter in the Great Trials Trilogy, three games that tell the tale of your weary land’s final destiny.
Avernum: Escape From the Pit
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Third-strongest match for Avernum 5 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.
Avadon 2: The Corruption
WHY THIS
Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Ranked #4 for Avernum 5 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Avadon 2: The Corruption is a huge, indie fantasy role-playing adventure, the second chapter in the epic Avadon trilogy. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law.
Avadon: The Black Fortress
WHY THIS
Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Ranked #5 for Avernum 5 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Avadon: The Black Fortress is an epic, Indie fantasy role-playing saga. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law. Use your power to crush a growing rebellion! (Or join it.)
Avernum 2: Crystal Souls
WHY THIS
Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Ranked #6 for Avernum 5 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Huge indie fantasy role-playing adventure in a massive, underground land. Packed with over 100 towns and dungeons and an epic story. Fight to complete up to three distinct game-winning quests. Master over 60 spells and abilities. Hunt for hundreds of magical artifacts. Over 50 hours of gameplay.
Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition
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Shares turn based combat and a challenging mood with Avernum 5.
Ranked #7 for Avernum 5 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Gather your party and get ready for the kick-ass new version of GameSpot's PC Game of the Year 2014. With hours of new content, new game modes, full voiceovers, split-screen multiplayer, and thousands of improvements, there's never been a better time to explore the epic world of Rivellon!
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
WHY THIS
Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Ranked #8 for Avernum 5 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with Avernum 5.
Patch 5.0 - Turn-based mode and The Ultimate challenge out now! Pursue a rogue god over land and sea in the sequel to the multi-award-winning RPG Pillars of Eternity. Captain your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago region of the Deadfire.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Avernum 5 at current Steam store prices.
POSTAL 2
WHY THIS
Priced ~80% under Avernum 5 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Avernum 5.
Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?
The Test
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Priced ~60% under Avernum 5 on Steam right now. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?
Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk
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Priced ~70% under Avernum 5 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Avernum 5.
A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.
shapez
WHY THIS
Priced ~80% under Avernum 5 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Avernum 5.
shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!
The Test: Hypothesis Rising
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Priced ~60% under Avernum 5 on Steam right now. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
The second chapter in The Test trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover how your life can change drastically with just a few, slight modifications. ...But are you sure you want the answers you seek?
The Test: Final Revelation
WHY THIS
Priced ~60% under Avernum 5 on Steam right now. Shares RPG with Avernum 5.
The third chapter in The Test Trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover who you really are as a person. The Final Revelation is upon us... but are you sure you TRULY want the answers you seek?
The NOexistenceN of you AND me
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Priced ~60% under Avernum 5 on Steam right now. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".
Shower With Your Dad Simulator 2015: Do You Still Shower With Your Dad
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Priced ~80% under Avernum 5 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Avernum 5.
"Shower With Your Dad Simulator 2015: Do You Still Shower With Your Dad?" is a fast paced shower-simulation where you shower with your 8-bit dad.It's good, clean fun!
Free alternatives
Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.
Epic Battle Fantasy 3
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Epic Battle Fantasy 3 is a silly turn-based JRPG, full of useless NPCs, rabid cats, childish humor, unreasonably large weapons, anime boobs, and other nonsense. And it's totally free!
Soda Dungeon
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with Avernum 5.
Pop the top on some legendary action with Soda Dungeon, the fresh and fizzy hit mobile RPG adventure, now available on your desktop! Manage your team as you raid the local dungeons, upgrade your tavern, and attract new party members. Gold, legendary items, and more await you.
Card Hunter
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with Avernum 5.
Shuffle your cards and ready your dice - Card Hunter is a fresh new card gaming spin on classic tabletop RPGs. Battle your way through a massive campaign solo or with friends and compete with other players in ranked play and tournaments.
Battle for Wesnoth
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Avernum 5.
The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.
Soda Dungeon 2
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Everyone’s favorite laid-back dungeon crawler returns in Soda Dungeon 2. Featuring a new adventure, a whole town to upgrade, crafting, new classes, alternate dimensions, and more! It’s everything you loved about the original plus all the stuff you’ve been asking for.
Stoneshard: Prologue
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
You come to your senses in a sinister dungeon. The Ritual is about to commence – you have only one chance to escape. Stoneshard: Prologue is a demo to the main game, presenting its basic mechanics.
Fantasy Grounds VTT
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Virtual tabletop experience for TTRPG groups with updated visuals and vast library support, including D&D 5E, Pathfinder, and more. Create unforgettable adventures with tools like dice, sheets, tokens, and maps. Prep less, play better with automated game mechanics.
Vampire's Fall 2
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Rise as a vampire in a handcrafted 2D dark-fantasy RPG. Master devastating powers, confront horrific enemies, and forge your destiny in a world shattered by a brutal civil war between humans and vampires.
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More from Spiderweb Software
Other recommendable Steam games by Spiderweb Software, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
Avernum: Escape From the Pit
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Another title from Spiderweb Software, the studio behind Avernum 5. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.
Avadon: The Black Fortress
WHY THIS
Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Another title from Spiderweb Software, the studio behind Avernum 5. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Avadon: The Black Fortress is an epic, Indie fantasy role-playing saga. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law. Use your power to crush a growing rebellion! (Or join it.)
Geneforge 1 - Mutagen
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Another title from Spiderweb Software, the studio behind Avernum 5. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Unique, truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a strange, new world. Use battle or cunning to change the world, served by your own army of custom-made mutant monsters. Over 80 zones to explore and 50+ hours of gameplay. Multitudes of skills, abilities, factions, treasures, and servants to create.
Geneforge 1
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Another title from Spiderweb Software, the studio behind Avernum 5. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Geneforge is an Indie fantasy role-playing game, the first game in the five-part Geneforge Saga. It features an enormous world, the ability to create your own army of lethal, totally obedient creatures, and a cunning enemy AI with foes who can go on patrols, stalk you, and run for help. Geneforge has a huge and open storyline.
Queen's Wish: The Conqueror
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Another title from Spiderweb Software, the studio behind Avernum 5. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
At last, the Queen has given you power and freedom! The cost? You must rebuild her Empire. Will you? In this epic, indie fantasy adventure, you are free to explore, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose. Escape into an unpredictable open-ended story and cunning tactical combat.
Avernum 2: Crystal Souls
WHY THIS
Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Another title from Spiderweb Software, the studio behind Avernum 5. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Huge indie fantasy role-playing adventure in a massive, underground land. Packed with over 100 towns and dungeons and an epic story. Fight to complete up to three distinct game-winning quests. Master over 60 spells and abilities. Hunt for hundreds of magical artifacts. Over 50 hours of gameplay.
Avernum 3: Ruined World
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Another title from Spiderweb Software, the studio behind Avernum 5. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Wander free through this epic, indie fantasy adventure. Explore a huge world that evolves as time passes. Towns fight battles. Refugees flee. Disasters happen. Features cunning adventures, great depth, and unlimited freedom. Be a merchant or bounty hunter, buy a home, save the world!
Avadon 2: The Corruption
WHY THIS
Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Avernum 5.
Another title from Spiderweb Software, the studio behind Avernum 5. Shares Indie and RPG with Avernum 5.
Avadon 2: The Corruption is a huge, indie fantasy role-playing adventure, the second chapter in the epic Avadon trilogy. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law.
Frequently asked about Avernum 5
- How much does Avernum 5 cost?
- Avernum 5 is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to Avernum 5?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Avernum 5 are Avernum 4, Avernum 6, Avernum: Escape From the Pit.
- Who developed Avernum 5?
- Avernum 5 was developed by Spiderweb Software.
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