Comparison guide
Games like Crimson Desert: similar indie games to play next
Crimson Desert works because fast decisions, readable runs, and meaningful progression all click together. This guide starts from those signals and links you directly to our full reviews.
Why these games fit Crimson Desert fans
Picked by shared tags, review scores, short verdicts, and editorial fit. The list is curated rather than a purely automatic sort.
8.3Hell is Us
Exploration-first, puzzle-heavy atmospheric action.
Sep 4, 2025
If you liked Crimson Desert, Hell is Us delivers familiar action, adventure and exploration for a seamless next pick. We scored it 8.3/10.
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8.1Where Winds Meet
Stunning Wuxia world, messy menus, addictive exploration
Nov 14, 2025
Where Winds Meet leans into action, adventure and exploration, hitting the same notes that make Crimson Desert click. We scored it 8.1/10.
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7.8DuneCrawl
Chaotic co‑op on a giant, upgradeable crab.
Jan 5, 2026
Shared strengths in action, adventure and exploration make DuneCrawl an easy follow-up to Crimson Desert. We scored it 7.8/10.
