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Games like Etheria: Restart

Below are 15 hand-picked alternatives to Etheria: Restart for fans of strategy, adventure, rpg, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Etheria: Restart also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, more from XD, and Steam Deck–friendly options. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.

About Etheria: Restart: Etheria is an Ethereal Hero RPG. To preserve the flame of civilization, humanity transfers their consciousness into the virtual world "Etheria". And you, as a Hyperlinker, will enter the virtual world to uncover the hidden truths of Etheria.

2025StrategyAdventureRPGFree To PlayFree to playWindowsby XD
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    Zold:out — Steam game cover

    Zold:out

    Top pick for Etheria: Restart fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    Zold:out is a semi-turn-based tactical RPG combined with deck building. You will use multiple weapons in one turn to challenge powerful enemies in a non-grid battlefield. Recruit clerks, forge weapons, and save the world with your strategy and creativity!

    2023StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition — Steam game cover

    Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition

    Second-strongest match for Etheria: Restart fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    With engaging storylines, classic turn-based battles, and tons of Digimon to collect, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition delivers everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory.

    2019RPG49.99 USDSteam ↗
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    Heroes of Science and Fiction — Steam game cover

    Heroes of Science and Fiction

    Third-strongest match for Etheria: Restart fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    A turn-based sci-fi strategy that combines exploration and exciting clashes on the battlefield. Take control over several different species, raise powerful armies for your heroes and destroy your opponents! This HoMM-like is set in a scifi universe, with new mechanics on top of the classic formula.

    2026StrategyIndieRPG14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
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    Novice in the world — Steam game cover

    Novice in the world

    Ranked #4 for Etheria: Restart fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Adventure with Etheria: Restart.

    This game includes RPG content such as exploration, self building teams, battles, and growth, as well as multiplayer gameplay such as interacting with other players, forming guilds, and competing in battles.

    2025StrategyIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    StarSavior — Steam game cover

    StarSavior

    Ranked #5 for Etheria: Restart fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    Guide your star-kissed Saviors.

    2025StrategySimulationRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Nexus 5X — Steam game cover

    Nexus 5X

    Ranked #6 for Etheria: Restart fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, eXterminate, EXPRESS. All of the depth, diplomacy, conflict and conquest of a turn-based 4X epic but played in fast-paced 60-minute competitive sessions. Play Solo or Multiplayer for 2-8 players.

    2024StrategyIndieSimulation7.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Summoners War — Steam game cover

    Summoners War

    Ranked #7 for Etheria: Restart fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!

    2024StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
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    Temtem — Steam game cover

    Temtem

    Ranked #8 for Etheria: Restart fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    Temtem is an online creature-collection adventure. Tame 165 unique creatures across 7 vibrant islands, battle other tamers, tackle mythical Lairs, chase Luma & Umbra variants, and breed your favorite Tems - with friends by your side! Dive into a colorful monster catching adventure, so Temtem up!

    2022IndieAdventureMassively Multiplayer44.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

More from XD

Other recommendable Steam games by XD, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

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    Flash Party — Steam game cover

    Flash Party

    Another title from XD, the studio behind Etheria: Restart. Shares Free To Play with Etheria: Restart.

    Flash Party brings another major update: new colorful stickers, weekly free heroes, community event trophy wall... The fun and exciting fighting party continues! Flash Party is a platform fighter. Attack, jump, dodge, and block... throw your opponents off-stage with all sorts of moves!

    2023ActionFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Torchlight: Infinite — Steam game cover

    Torchlight: Infinite

    Another title from XD, the studio behind Etheria: Restart. Shares Adventure and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    The fate of Ember Technology is in your hands. With abounding hero build possibilities, dive into an epic journey with endless loot, adrenaline-pumping fights & new seasonal contents.

    2023ActionAdventureRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Sword of Convallaria — Steam game cover

    Sword of Convallaria

    Another title from XD, the studio behind Etheria: Restart. Shares Strategy and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.

    2024StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Heartopia — Steam game cover

    Heartopia

    Another title from XD, the studio behind Etheria: Restart. Shares Free To Play with Etheria: Restart.

    Welcome to Heartopia, a multiplayer life simulation game crafted for creativity, freedom, and peace. Build your dream home, explore a wide range of hobbies, and forge warm connections with friends in a town full of endless possibilities.

    2026SimulationFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

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    Heroes of Science and Fiction — Steam game cover

    Heroes of Science and Fiction

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Strategy and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    A turn-based sci-fi strategy that combines exploration and exciting clashes on the battlefield. Take control over several different species, raise powerful armies for your heroes and destroy your opponents! This HoMM-like is set in a scifi universe, with new mechanics on top of the classic formula.

    2026StrategyIndieRPG14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
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    Summoners War — Steam game cover

    Summoners War

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Strategy and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!

    2024StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
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    Temtem — Steam game cover

    Temtem

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Adventure and RPG with Etheria: Restart.

    Temtem is an online creature-collection adventure. Tame 165 unique creatures across 7 vibrant islands, battle other tamers, tackle mythical Lairs, chase Luma & Umbra variants, and breed your favorite Tems - with friends by your side! Dive into a colorful monster catching adventure, so Temtem up!

    2022IndieAdventureMassively Multiplayer44.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Etheria: Restart

Does Etheria: Restart work on Steam Deck?
Etheria: Restart is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
Is Etheria: Restart free to play?
Yes — Etheria: Restart is a free-to-play title on Steam. You can install and play it without buying anything, though some games include optional in-app purchases.
Does Etheria: Restart have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Etheria: Restart supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Online Co-op).
What games are most similar to Etheria: Restart?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Etheria: Restart are Zold:out, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition, Heroes of Science and Fiction.
Who developed Etheria: Restart?
Etheria: Restart was developed by XD.

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