Rank 01Why this
Also JRPG and Hack and Slash, like Ys Origin.
- $14.99
- Deck Playable
- 2012
Games like Ys Origin
- 32 games
- Updated Oct 2, 2026
Players who liked Ys Origin also play
The same list the imho.run recommender shows for Ys Origin: games its players also own across millions of Steam libraries, weighed against shared tags and what reviewers compare it to.
- Rank 01
Rank 02Why this
Also JRPG and Action RPG, like Ys Origin.
- $19.99
- Deck Playable
- 2015
Rank 03Why this
A frequent pick in Ys Origin players' libraries, and another RPG.
- $14.99
- Deck Playable
- 2013
Rank 04 
Valdis Story: Abyssal City
Why this: Also Action RPG, like Ys Origin.
Rank 05 
Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale
Why this: Also JRPG and Dungeon Crawler, like Ys Origin.
Rank 06 
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
Why this: Also JRPG and Hack and Slash, like Ys Origin.
Rank 07 
Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom
Why this: Also JRPG and Hack and Slash, like Ys Origin.
Rank 08 
Lords Of The Fallen™ 2014
Why this: Also Action RPG, like Ys Origin.
- Released: 2012
- Developer: Nihon Falcom
- Price: $19.99
- 94% of 1,801 reviews
- Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
- Metacritic 76
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Combat feels satisfying
- Multiple character perspectives
- Nostalgic action rpg
- Challenging
- Immersive
- Boss pattern learning
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Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Ys Origin at current Steam store prices.
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Why this: Also JRPG and Hack and Slash, like Ys Origin.
Darksiders Genesis
Why this: Also Hack and Slash and Dungeon Crawler, like Ys Origin.
Torchlight II
Why this: Another RPG close to Ys Origin.
FATE
Why this: Also Hack and Slash and Dungeon Crawler, like Ys Origin.
Chantelise - A Tale of Two Sisters
Why this: Also JRPG and Hack and Slash, like Ys Origin.
Bound By Flame
Why this: Also Hack and Slash and Action RPG, like Ys Origin.
Blades of Time
Why this: Also Hack and Slash, like Ys Origin.
Avencast: Rise of the Mage
Why this: Also Hack and Slash and Dungeon Crawler, like Ys Origin.
Free alternatives
Free games the recommender matches to Ys Origin, limited to titles with at least 500 Steam reviews and 80% positive.
Path of Exile
Why this: Another Action close to Ys Origin.
Spiral Knights
Why this: Another Action close to Ys Origin.
BLEACH Brave Souls
Why this: Another RPG close to Ys Origin.
AdventureQuest 3D
Why this: Another Action close to Ys Origin.
The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall
Why this: Another RPG close to Ys Origin.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
Why this: Also JRPG and Hack and Slash, like Ys Origin.
Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom
Why this: Another RPG close to Ys Origin.
Lords Of The Fallen™ 2014
Why this: Also Action RPG, like Ys Origin.
More from Nihon Falcom
Other recommendable Steam games by Nihon Falcom, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
Why this: Also JRPG, like Ys Origin.
Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
Why this: Also JRPG and Hack and Slash, like Ys Origin.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
Why this: Also JRPG and Dungeon Crawler, like Ys Origin.
Sora no Kiseki the 1st
Why this: Also JRPG and Action RPG, like Ys Origin.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
Why this: Another RPG close to Ys Origin.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
Why this: Also JRPG and Action RPG, like Ys Origin.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
Why this: Also JRPG, like Ys Origin.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II
Why this: Also JRPG, like Ys Origin.
About Ys Origin
If Ys Origin is your kind of game, the closest matches are Ys: The Oath in Felghana, Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim and Ys I & II Chronicles+ — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as challenging and immersive, and single out its boss pattern learning and fast responsive combat. 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.
Ys Origin is a 2012 action-adventure RPG developed by Nihon Falcom and published by XSEED Games, available on Steam for $19.99. Set in the ruins of an ancient tower, players progress through linear exploration while mastering fast, responsive combat against formidable bosses whose patterns must be learned and anticipated. Players describe the experience as challenging and immersive, with combat that feels satisfying and rewards precise timing. The game features three playable characters offering multiple perspectives on the narrative, and reviewers highlight its nostalgic action-RPG sensibilities. With approximately 94% positive reviews from over 1800 Steam users, it is a solo-only experience suited for extended sit-down sessions of medium length, though it is not currently supported on Steam Deck.
About Ys Origin: The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.
Is Ys Origin worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 94% of 1,801 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- Price when we last checked (May 2026): $19.99. Check Steam for today's price.
- People who recommend it had played a median of 29 h when they wrote their review.
- Not supported on Steam Deck.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Combat feels satisfying
- Multiple character perspectives
- Nostalgic action rpg
People who play it also play: Ys: The Oath in Felghana, Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim, Ys I & II Chronicles+
Frequently asked about Ys Origin
Can I run it?
Does Ys Origin work on Steam Deck?
Ys Origin is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Ys Origin cost?
Ys Origin is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Ys Origin?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Ys Origin are Ys: The Oath in Felghana, Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim, Ys I & II Chronicles+.
Who developed Ys Origin?
Ys Origin was developed by Nihon Falcom and published by XSEED Games.