Games like Path of Exile
If Path of Exile is your kind of game, the closest matches are Path of Exile 2, Valdrys and Helbreath Evolution — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its challenging, dark and grim. 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 Path of Exile: You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
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Steam players who put hours into Path of Exile 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.
Path of Exile 2
WHY THIS
Shares a grim mood with Path of Exile.
Top pick for Path of Exile fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Path of Exile.
Path of Exile 2 is a next generation Action RPG from Grinding Gear Games, featuring co-op for up to six players. Set years after the original Path of Exile, you will return to the dark world of Wraeclast and seek to end the corruption that is spreading.
Valdrys
WHY THIS
Second-strongest match for Path of Exile fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Path of Exile.
An isometric MMORPG you buy once. No subscription, one live server for everyone. Five classes, ten specialisations, keyed dungeons for one to five, world bosses, a ranked team arena, and the Bloodgrounds, the one zone where dying costs you everything you carried.
Helbreath Evolution
WHY THIS
Third-strongest match for Path of Exile fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Path of Exile.
A free-to-play old-school MMORPG: the classic 2001 nation war between Aresden and Elvine, re-forged in a modern engine and remastered in HD. Build a class-free hero, master magic, enchant your gear on a deep +N upgrade path, and fight for your town in massive open-world PvP.
Laryen
WHY THIS
Ranked #4 for Path of Exile fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Path of Exile.
Reclaim a world overrun by a rogue AI in this free-to-play 2.5D isometric MMORPG. Transform into a cyborg and hunt robots and combat drones across New Delhi, Lahore, Dhaka, Manila, Washington, D.C., and beyond. Laria, your AI companion, listens and answers aloud. No time limits or subscriptions.
Pirate Royalty
WHY THIS
Ranked #5 for Path of Exile fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and Massively Multiplayer with Path of Exile.
A free to play fantasy pirate MMORPG where you choose one of four classes, assign your own stats, learn skills, hunt rare loot, forge gems into gear and enter timed dungeons with other players. Every advantage is earned through play, with no power for sale.
Ashen Throne
WHY THIS
Ranked #6 for Path of Exile fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Path of Exile.
A free-to-play, top-down action MMORPG. Play as a Warrior, Wizard or Taoist, explore dungeons and hunt bosses with friends. Find and craft equipment, develop your skills, and join your guild in battles for territory and Ashen Castle.
Lost Ark
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with Path of Exile.
Ranked #8 for Path of Exile fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Path of Exile.
Embark on an odyssey for the Lost Ark in a vast, vibrant world: explore new lands, seek out lost treasures, and test yourself in thrilling action combat in this action-packed free-to-play RPG.
Reviewers mention these as similar to Path of Exile
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Diablo II: Resurrected – Infernal Edition
WHY THIS
Shares crafting system and an immersive mood with Path of Exile.
Reviewers of Path of Exile cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and RPG with Path of Exile.
Rediscover the dark fantasy classic that defined the modern ARPG genre; fully remastered with a new class, fresh content, quality‑of‑life upgrades, and an overhauled endgame. Chain brutal skill and item synergies, rise in power, and carve through Hell’s armies with up to eight players.
Diablo® IV
WHY THIS
Shares a grim mood with Path of Exile.
Reviewers of Path of Exile cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Path of Exile.
Join the fight for Sanctuary in Diablo® IV, the ultimate action RPG adventure. Experience the critically acclaimed campaign and new seasonal content.
Torchlight
WHY THIS
Reviewers of Path of Exile cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares RPG with Path of Exile.
Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world.
Last Epoch
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with Path of Exile.
Reviewers of Path of Exile cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Indie with Path of Exile.
Uncover the Past, Reforge the Future. Ascend into one of 15 mastery classes and explore dangerous dungeons, hunt epic loot, craft legendary weapons, and wield the power of over a hundred transformative skill trees. Last Epoch is being developed by a team of passionate Action RPG enthusiasts.
Borderlands 2
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with Path of Exile.
Reviewers of Path of Exile cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and RPG with Path of Exile.
The Ultimate Vault Hunter’s Upgrade lets you get the most out of the Borderlands 2 experience.
Sacred Fire: A Role Playing Game
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with Path of Exile.
Reviewers of Path of Exile cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Adventure and RPG with Path of Exile.
A text-based RPG full of choice and action. Fight for survival in the midst of the Roman invasion of ancient Caledonia. Strategize one dice roll at a time as emotions affect your performance. Use willpower to outsmart opponents, gain allies, wage war, or strive for peace. How will your story end?
Chronicon
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with Path of Exile.
Reviewers of Path of Exile cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Indie with Path of Exile.
Use the magical device known as the Chronicon to travel into the souls and memories of fallen heroes to re-live their grand tales! Epic adventures full of loot and monsters await!
Dota 2
WHY THIS
Reviewers of Path of Exile cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Free To Play with Path of Exile.
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
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Frequently asked about Path of Exile
- Does Path of Exile run on Steam Deck?
- Path of Exile is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
- Is Path of Exile free to play?
- Yes — Path of Exile 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 Path of Exile have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Path of Exile supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Online Co-op).
- What games are most similar to Path of Exile?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Path of Exile are Path of Exile 2, Valdrys, Helbreath Evolution.
- Who developed Path of Exile?
- Path of Exile was developed by Grinding Gear Games.
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