Best Hack and Slash games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated hack and slash games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free hack and slash games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Within the blade
Bloody stealth platformer, about the ninja in which you cut the enemies into pieces.
Desert Of The Dead
You are a mysterious wanderer traveling through the wilderness of the wild west. In cities and towns, people began to disappear, as in many cities the population became infected with a virus which turns people into zombies, and it is rumored that people from the government are behind this.
Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Prophecy
Foul Tyranids rampaging on barren worlds; the mysterious Aeldari waging war on the Imperium; a prophecy that could change the fate of an entire Sector. Purge the unclean with the new Tech-Adept Inquisitor and carry out the Emperor’s will in the grim Action-RPG “WH40k: Inquisitor - Prophecy”.
EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5
Stand and fight for humanity. This arcade shooter takes place in the year 2022, as the Earth Defense Force fends off an all-out attack by unknown life forms. Become an EDF soldier, battle against endless hordes of immense enemies, and restore peace to the earth.
The World is Your Weapon
Wells, pitfalls, houses, villagers, monsters (!?), anything around you can be a weapon! An action RPG that you've never seen before, you can fight with all the objects you see in the game. There are more than 300 kinds of weapons.Aim to complete the weapon gallery!
DEAD OR SCHOOL
Underground dwelling girl Hisako is aiming for the surface in a zombie infested Tokyo. Hack and slash RPG! Obtain weapons and gear from enemies, and customize your skill tree to create your own unique and powerful a character!
Super Cane Magic ZERO - Legend of the Cane Cane
Crash-land in the psychedelic world of Super Cane Magic ZERO, a local co-op Action RPG for 1 to 4 players! Immerse yourself in the mind-bending Story Mode or pummel your friends in 8 local Battle Arenas. Smash! Loot! Eat Rocks! Fight a really big fridge!
Pew Dew Redemption
Dive into the role of Pew and fulfill your destiny as the last independent content creator. Face and Destroy the company and all of its subjects to bring peace and freedom back to the internet.
Undead Horde
Become a necromancer and raise the dead - Undead Horde is a necromantic action game with elements from RPG, strategy and hack'n'slash. Maraud through the lands of the living, raze their villages and steal their treasures. Ultimately you'll take over the whole kingdom of the living!
KurtzPel
"KurtzPel is an anime-styled, action battle game from a third-person perspective. Players can battle it out in both PvP and PvE mission-based battle modes with massive boss monsters. Players utilize Karmas (the method used to indicate weapon and class types) when charging into battle. Each character gets to use two types of Karmas.
Katana ZERO
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
God's Trigger
Slay enemies with speed and precision in an over-the-top show of blood and explosions. Play solo or with others, make split-second decisions, dodge bullets, and use weapons and abilities to inflict violence in the most graphic way possible.
Swords and Sandals Classic Collection
"Gladiator, gladiator, gladiator, Swords and Sandals, Gladiatorrrrr!"You grew up playing the legendary Swords and Sandals turn based combat game series. These games have been played over half a billion times. Swords and Sandals is nostalgia, Swords and Sandals is life.
Sekiro™: Shadows Die Twice - GOTY Edition
Game of the Year - The Game Awards 2019 Best Action Game of 2019 - IGN Carve your own clever path to vengeance in the award winning adventure from developer FromSoftware, creators of Bloodborne and the Dark Souls series. Take Revenge. Restore Your Honor. Kill Ingeniously.
Fate/EXTELLA LINK
History, legend, and sci-fi collide in the latest chapter of the Fate/EXTRA saga! Join 26 Heroic Spirits from all across time as they hack and slash their way across the battlefields of SE.RA.PH, a digital realm for the last survivors of Earth.
Quest Hunter
Quest Hunter is an isometric action-RPG where your choice drives the story. Find tons of treasures and secrets, solve puzzles, equip your character, level up your skills and finish off enemy bosses. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!
Devil May Cry 5
The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.
GOD EATER 3
Set in a post-apocalyptic setting, it’s up to your special team of God Eaters to take down god-like monsters devastating the world. With an epic story, unique characters, and all new God Arcs and Aragami, the latest evolution in ACTION is here!
Slay Together: Fantasy MMORPG
Join thousands of players in Slay Together, an action-packed MMORPG! Engage in thrilling battles, delve into dungeons with friends, and master diverse crafts like forging, woodworking, tailoring, and more!
SENRAN KAGURA Burst Re:Newal
Experience the original SENRAN KAGURA Burst, the beginning of the world's best-loved buxom battle series, like never before! Tackle the classic ninja brawler from a whole new perspective in gorgeous, fluid HD, with new features and mechanics throughout!
Onimusha: Warlords
Capcom’s riveting samurai adventure returns! This version includes the original game’s intense swordplay and dramatic revenge story, plus improved controls, widescreen display, a new soundtrack, and more. Experience this enhanced version of the best-selling action-adventure classic!
Bladed fury
An action game set in the Ancient China, bringing players addictive experiences with its unique Chinese traditional art-style and sound design.Most played hack and slash games on Steam
Take a look at the top hack and slash games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Path of Exile 2
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. Path of Exile 2 is a action rpg, hack and slash and rpg game developed and published by Grinding Gear Games. Released on December 06th 2024 has received 163,020 reviews of which 116,104 were positive and 46,916 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played hack and slash game, thanks to its 39,440 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.1
116,104
46,916
39,440
players
2. Last Epoch
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. Last Epoch is a action rpg, loot and hack and slash game developed and published by Eleventh Hour Games. Released on February 21st 2024 has received 107,562 reviews of which 85,120 were positive and 22,442 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. While seeing 32,241 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among hack and slash games based on player count.
7.8
85,120
22,442
32,241
players
3. Lost Ark
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. Lost Ark is a mmorpg, free to play and action rpg game developed by Smilegate RPG and published by Amazon Games. Released on February 11th 2022 has received 201,847 reviews of which 143,496 were positive and 58,351 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. While seeing 29,043 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among hack and slash games based on player count.
7.1
143,496
58,351
29,043
players
4. Diablo® IV
Join the fight for Sanctuary in Diablo® IV, the ultimate action RPG adventure. Experience the critically acclaimed campaign and new seasonal content. Diablo® IV is a action rpg, hack and slash and loot game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment and Inc.. Released on October 17th 2023 has received 48,362 reviews of which 31,895 were positive and 16,467 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. With 12,343 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
6.5
31,895
16,467
12,343
players
5. Torchlight: Infinite
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. Torchlight: Infinite is a rpg, hack and slash and loot game developed and published by XD. Released on May 09th 2023 has received 14,806 reviews of which 10,413 were positive and 4,393 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 4,069 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
6.9
10,413
4,393
4,069
players
6. 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. Path of Exile is a free to play, dark fantasy and action rpg game developed and published by Grinding Gear Games. Released on October 23rd 2013 has received 234,529 reviews of which 209,357 were positive and 25,172 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 3,519 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
8.8
209,357
25,172
3,519
players
7. The First Berserker: Khazan
The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies. The First Berserker: Khazan is a souls-like, difficult and hack and slash game developed by Neople and published by NEXON. Released on March 27th 2025 has received 14,169 reviews of which 12,871 were positive and 1,298 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 3,409 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
8.9
12,871
1,298
3,409
players
8. Devil May Cry 5
The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for. Devil May Cry 5 is a action, hack and slash and great soundtrack game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on March 07th 2019 has received 142,551 reviews of which 136,748 were positive and 5,803 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 2,927 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
9.5
136,748
5,803
2,927
players
9. Hades
Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre. Hades is a action roguelike, rogue-lite and hack and slash game developed and published by Supergiant Games. Released on September 17th 2020 has received 278,591 reviews of which 273,727 were positive and 4,864 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 2,454 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
9.7
273,727
4,864
2,454
players
10. Hades II
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler. Hades II is a action, rogue-like and rogue-lite game developed and published by Supergiant Games. Released on May 06th 2024 has received 63,272 reviews of which 60,037 were positive and 3,235 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 2,195 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
9.3
60,037
3,235
2,195
players
Best deals on hack and slash games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of hack and slash games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted hack and slash games.
1. Soulstice
Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights. Soulstice is a hack and slash, spectacle fighter and character action game game developed by Reply Game Studios and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on September 19th 2022 has received 2,165 reviews of which 1,609 were positive and 556 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for hack and slash category.
7.2
1,609
556
-95%
39.80€
1.99€
2. There Is No Light: Enhanced Edition
Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want! There Is No Light: Enhanced Edition is a fantasy, horror and souls-like game developed by Zelart and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on September 19th 2022 has received 876 reviews of which 635 were positive and 241 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in hack and slash games.
7.0
635
241
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
3. Darksiders Warmastered Edition
Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. Darksiders Warmastered Edition is a action, hack and slash and adventure game developed by KAIKO and Vigil Games and published by THQ Nordic. Released on November 29th 2016 has received 15,783 reviews of which 13,855 were positive and 1,928 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in hack and slash games.
8.6
13,855
1,928
-94%
19.50€
1.17€
4. Astral Ascent
Choose one of four heroes and explore the Garden, an astral prison guarded by 12 powerful mystical bosses: the Zodiacs. Challenge them with dozens of unique spells and faithful friends by your side to unfold the story of this platform roguelite with lightning fast combat. Astral Ascent is a action roguelike, rogue-lite and hack and slash game developed by Hibernian Workshop and published by Hibernian Workshop, MP2 Games and Maple Whispering Limited. Released on November 14th 2023 has received 6,591 reviews of which 6,245 were positive and 346 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for hack and slash games.
9.2
6,245
346
-93%
24.71€
1.73€
5. Moonlighter
Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero. Moonlighter is a hack and slash, pixel graphics and dungeon crawler game developed by Digital Sun and published by 11 bit studios. Released on May 29th 2018 has received 19,759 reviews of which 16,277 were positive and 3,482 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for hack and slash games.
8.1
16,277
3,482
-93%
21.14€
1.48€
6. Darksiders III
Return to an apocalyptic Earth in Darksiders III, a hack-n-slash Action Adventure where players assume the role of FURY in her quest to hunt down and dispose of the Seven Deadly Sins. The most enigmatic of the Four Horsemen, FURY must bring balance to the forces that now ravage Earth. Darksiders III is a hack and slash, action and female protagonist game developed by Gunfire Games and published by THQ Nordic. Released on November 27th 2018 has received 15,117 reviews of which 11,563 were positive and 3,554 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for hack and slash games.
7.5
11,563
3,554
-93%
38.00€
2.66€
7. Trek to Yomi
As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman Hiroki is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward. Trek to Yomi is a action, adventure and side scroller game developed by Leonard Menchiari and Flying Wild Hog and published by Devolver Digital. Released on May 05th 2022 has received 2,673 reviews of which 1,897 were positive and 776 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for hack and slash games.
6.9
1,897
776
-93%
19.71€
1.38€
8. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing II
In the second part of the unfolding saga that could also be enjoyed independently, you can explore new corners of this unique world and experience the mix of old-school gothic and mad science, with more action, powerful foes and plenty of stunning places to visit. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing II is a rpg, action and adventure game developed and published by NeocoreGames. Released on June 13th 2014 has received 2,554 reviews of which 1,759 were positive and 795 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for hack and slash games.
6.7
1,759
795
-93%
15.57€
1.09€
9. Torchlight II
The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer. Torchlight II is a rpg, action rpg and hack and slash game developed by Runic Games and published by Arc Games. Released on September 20th 2012 has received 44,254 reviews of which 41,050 were positive and 3,204 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for hack and slash games.
9.1
41,050
3,204
-92%
19.88€
1.59€
10. Regions Of Ruin
Regions of Ruin is a 2D pixel side-scrolling RPG with town-building, where you explore, fight and build into an open world that progressively challenges you and your settlement, and threatens the extinction of the dwarven race. Regions Of Ruin is a rpg, adventure and indie game developed by Gameclaw Studio and published by Raw Fury. Released on February 05th 2018 has received 4,515 reviews of which 3,916 were positive and 599 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for hack and slash games.
8.4
3,916
599
-92%
12.50€
1.00€
Free hack and slash games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play hack and slash games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play hack and slash games.
1. Lost Ark
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. Lost Ark is a mmorpg, free to play and action rpg game developed by Smilegate RPG and published by Amazon Games. Released on February 11th 2022 has received 201,847 reviews of which 143,496 were positive and 58,351 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. With 29,043 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free hack and slash games on Steam.
7.1
143,496
58,351
29,043
players
2. Torchlight: Infinite
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. Torchlight: Infinite is a rpg, hack and slash and loot game developed and published by XD. Released on May 09th 2023 has received 14,806 reviews of which 10,413 were positive and 4,393 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 4,069, this hack and slash game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free hack and slash games on Steam.
6.9
10,413
4,393
4,069
players
3. 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. Path of Exile is a free to play, dark fantasy and action rpg game developed and published by Grinding Gear Games. Released on October 23rd 2013 has received 234,529 reviews of which 209,357 were positive and 25,172 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 3,519, this hack and slash game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free hack and slash games on Steam.
8.8
209,357
25,172
3,519
players
4. AdventureQuest 3D
The Void King is raising an army in secret. Death has chosen you as his champion to bring him down. Adventure & quest alongside your friends in this bizarre cross-platform MMORPG from the creators of the original, and comically-redundantly named... AdventureQuest! Weekly releases! AdventureQuest 3D is a mmorpg, exploration and hack and slash game developed and published by Artix Entertainment and LLC. Released on October 28th 2022 has received 9,251 reviews of which 7,559 were positive and 1,692 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 185 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free hack and slash games on Steam.
8.0
7,559
1,692
185
players
5. Vindictus
Enter a dark and sinister world where you must battle for survival. With gratifying real-time combat, epic monsters, and glorious visuals, this isn't just another MMO... This is VINDICTUS! Vindictus is a free to play, hack and slash and massively multiplayer game developed by devCAT and published by NEXON Korea Corp. & NEXON America Inc.. Released on June 22nd 2012 has received 7,852 reviews of which 5,295 were positive and 2,557 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 136 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free hack and slash games on Steam.
6.6
5,295
2,557
136
players
6. Eternium
Hack & slash against the dark forces threatening your home-world. Experience intense tactical fights in this fast paced, old school action RPG. Eternium is a free to play, hack and slash and rpg game developed by Dream Primer and Making Fun and published by Making Fun. Released on August 21st 2023 has received 4,036 reviews of which 3,321 were positive and 715 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free hack and slash games on Steam.
8.0
3,321
715
93
players
7. Drakensang Online
Explore a world of magic and intrigue, filled with terrifying monsters and ferocious enemies! Discover the mysteries of Dracania, battle against the forces of evil and become a hero in Drakensang Online, the award-winning action RPG. Drakensang Online is a action, free to play and adventure game developed and published by Bigpoint GmbH. Released on May 16th 2023 has received 1,795 reviews of which 1,174 were positive and 621 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free hack and slash games on Steam.
6.4
1,174
621
64
players
8. Warlander
Harness the almighty powers of god-like Warriors, Clerics, and Mages, with a unique style that mashes a Medieval-inspired setting, Fantastical items and abilities…and…EVEN POWERFUL ROBOTS! Master siege weapons and cataclysmic spells to control the battlefield and destroy the enemy's core! Warlander is a pvp, moba and hack and slash game developed and published by Toylogic Inc.. Released on January 24th 2023 has received 8,164 reviews of which 4,992 were positive and 3,172 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free hack and slash games on Steam.
6.0
4,992
3,172
37
players
9. Blood of Steel
"Blood of Steel" is a fair competitive multiplayer online game. You will ride into a battlefield where thousands clash, employing unique four-directional slashing maneuvers and strategic formations to defeat your opponents, experiencing the charm of warfare in the age of cold weapons! Blood of Steel is a hack and slash, medieval and rpg game developed and published by YC Games. Released on October 20th 2020 has received 6,768 reviews of which 5,127 were positive and 1,641 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free hack and slash games on Steam.
7.4
5,127
1,641
36
players
10. Elsword Free-to-Play
Elsword is your exciting, side-scrolling, all-action role-playing game: create your own hero, style up to suit your tastes and show off your skills in countless solo and multiplayer adventures – all presented in awesome manga visuals. Elsword Free-to-Play is a free to play, mmorpg and anime game developed by KOG Co. Ltd. and published by Gameforge 4D GmbH. Released on June 14th 2018 has received 1,016 reviews of which 770 were positive and 246 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free hack and slash games on Steam.
7.3
770
246
29
players