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Games like Subterra

If Subterra is your kind of game, the closest matches are Chosen 2, Zoop! - Hunter's Grimm and Storm Of Spears RPG — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, challenging and mysterious. 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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About Subterra: An epic 10 hour adventure in the underworld of Subterra. Earth is but a memory and the mighty Devordor casts a shadow of evil over all that remains. Can you reclaim your home? Can you escape Subterra?

2017ActionIndieAdventureRPG1.99 USDWindowsby Warfare Studios
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Eerie silence makes every corner feel deliberateEnemies never respawn forces careful spendingMaze like dungeons create tensionAtmosphericChallengingMysterious

Players who liked Subterra also play

Steam players who put hours into Subterra 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. Chosen 2

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Top pick for Subterra fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    Chosen 2 is a heroic RPG sequel to Chosen.

    2017IndieAdventureRPG4.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Zoop! - Hunter's Grimm

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Subterra fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    For Sarai and Nicholas, life is simple: search for monsters, kill the monsters, get the reward, and get frosty chocolate milkshakes.

    2017ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Storm Of Spears RPG

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Third-strongest match for Subterra fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    Prepare for an epic 10 hour adventure in the world of Galager. Sura, the world's most sought-after mercenary, leads a band of sell-swords in a last-ditch effort to save the world. Prepare for the Storm of Spears!

    2016ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Sins Of The Demon RPG

    WHY THIS

    Shares resource management and an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Ranked #4 for Subterra fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    Follow the journey of Kenshi, a wandering demon hunter, and his brother, a demon cat seeking a way to return to his true form. Can they find a way to end the curse and save Lanistra?

    2016ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Gladiator Trainer

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Ranked #5 for Subterra fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    Rise through the ranks and lead your band of Gladiators to glory. Can you build the ultimate fighting force and a kingdom to rule all! Be careful who you trust. Becoming a Gladiator Trainer isn't easy.

    2016ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Labyronia RPG

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Ranked #6 for Subterra fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    Labyronia is an epic RPG. Only by defeating the gods can you, and your friends, save the world.

    2015ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. The Chosen RPG

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Subterra fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    The Chosen is a heroic RPG. Will you be able to unravel the mysterious plot against you and become the Chosen?

    2016ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Labyronia RPG 2

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Ranked #8 for Subterra fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    You return to the land of Labyronia, now in the cold grip of an evil force. Roam the wartorn lands. You are the only one who can save the planet from destruction. The epic sequel to the critically-acclaimed Labyronia.

    2015ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Subterra at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Subterra on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    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?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Subterra on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Subterra.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Subterra on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Subterra.

    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!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Shower With Your Dad Simulator 2015: Do You Still Shower With Your Dad

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Subterra on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    "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!

    2015ActionIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Montaro

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Subterra on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Subterra.

    Montaro is a DOGE.

    2016IndieCasual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Bit Blaster XL

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Subterra on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!

    2016ActionIndieCasual0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Dictators:No Peace Countryballs

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Subterra on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Subterra.

    Dictators : No Peace Countryballs is a war simulation and dictator game. This is a fun,simple and some say a funny countryballs game. If you like simulation games, you will love playing Dictators : No Peace. Play as a dictator of your favourite country and colonize the world.

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. TYRONE vs COPS

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Subterra on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    Awaken the latent power of your melanin and kill cops in this thought-provoking game on police brutality in America.

    2022ActionIndie0.99 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. Shares Indie with Subterra.

    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 Subterra.

    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 Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    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 ↗
  5. missed messages.

    WHY THIS

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

    ‘goth gf’s iPhone’ airdrops you - accept or decline? A love/horror story about life, death, & memes.

    2019IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. NGU IDLE

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    NGU Idle is a Free To Play Idle game that's full of weird humor, tons of upgrades and hundreds of hours of content! Try out NGU Idle today and experience the joy of Numbers Going Up!

    2019IndieAdventureSimulationFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Awaria

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels.

    2024ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Grimm's Hollow

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.

    2019IndieAdventureRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Warfare Studios

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

  1. Storm Of Spears RPG

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Another title from Warfare Studios, the studio behind Subterra. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    Prepare for an epic 10 hour adventure in the world of Galager. Sura, the world's most sought-after mercenary, leads a band of sell-swords in a last-ditch effort to save the world. Prepare for the Storm of Spears!

    2016ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Zoop! - Hunter's Grimm

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Warfare Studios, the studio behind Subterra. Shares Action and Indie with Subterra.

    For Sarai and Nicholas, life is simple: search for monsters, kill the monsters, get the reward, and get frosty chocolate milkshakes.

    2017ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Last Heroes

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Warfare Studios, the studio behind Subterra. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    Enjoy another classic 16-bit RPG from Warfare Studios of Vagrant Hearts, Ashes of Immortality and Valiant fame, and embark on a quest with Viktor as he makes new friends, experiences dreams, and discovers his destiny.

    2015IndieAdventureRPG9.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Vagrant Hearts

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Another title from Warfare Studios, the studio behind Subterra. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    Enjoy pure 16-bit RPG goodness! Scarllet and Beatrice are two close sisters. One of them has the gift of healing, the more she knows about her gift the more she realizes how big her responsibility is. Features party splitting, beautiful artworks and an intricate storyline.

    2015IndieAdventureRPG9.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Vagrant Hearts 2

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Another title from Warfare Studios, the studio behind Subterra. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    The heroes are back! This is the direct sequel to the 16-bit style RPG hit "Vagrant Hearts"! Find out what happens to Scarllet and her friends in this exciting adventure full of twists and epicness.

    2015IndieAdventureRPG9.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Ashes of Immortality

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Subterra.

    Another title from Warfare Studios, the studio behind Subterra. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    Vampires vs Werewolves vs Hunters... Guess which group you're playing with? Find out in this exciting 16-bit style RPG full of twists and colorful characters!

    2015IndieAdventureRPG9.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Ashes of Immortality II

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Subterra.

    Another title from Warfare Studios, the studio behind Subterra. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    A whole new side to the Ashes of Immortality saga! Defeat your enemies and complete sidequests in this compelling 16-bit saga inspired by Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest.

    2015IndieAdventureRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Ashes of Immortality II - Bad Blood

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Warfare Studios, the studio behind Subterra. Shares Indie and Adventure with Subterra.

    The final episode in the Ashes of Immortality saga! Find out what happens to Orlok and Simona, heroes of the series, in this enthralling 16-bit style RPG full of colorful characters.

    2017IndieAdventureRPG9.99 USDSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Subterra

How much does Subterra cost?
Subterra is listed on Steam at 1.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Subterra?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Subterra are Chosen 2, Zoop! - Hunter's Grimm, Storm Of Spears RPG.
Who developed Subterra?
Subterra was developed by Warfare Studios and published by Senpai Industrial Studios.

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 Subterra.

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