Games Like Diablo 4: 8 ARPGs to Keep the Loot Coming

Looking for games like Diablo 4? Start with Path of Exile 2 if you want depth, Last Epoch if you love crafting, and Diablo III if you just want to feel powerful. Below are 8 action RPGs sorted by style: heavy theorycrafting, relaxed sessions or co-op with friends. According to players on IGDB, the Diablo IV campaign takes about 15.5 hours, so there is room in your schedule for another loot grind.

Why Diablo 4 is so hard to put down

Diablo IV runs on the oldest loop in the book: you kill demons, they drop gear, the gear lets you kill demons faster. Blizzard Entertainment wraps that loop in a grim open world with randomized dungeons, public events where other players show up, and world bosses you fight as a crowd. The tone is darker than the series has been in years, close to horror.

The real hook is the build. Talents, skill points, runes and legendary items all change how your character plays. The story takes about 15.5 hours, around 40.5 hours with side content and roughly 47 hours to wrap everything up, going by IGDB. Then the endgame keeps you around. Every game below keeps that loop and bends it in its own direction.

How to pick your next loot game

Ask yourself one thing: do you enjoy spending an evening on stat spreadsheets, or do you want to blow up monsters while a podcast plays? Path of Exile 2 and Grim Dawn reward planning. Torchlight II and Minecraft Dungeons are happy to be played on autopilot. Ravenswatch and Death's Door go for short, sharp runs.

If the run after run feeling is what you love, also check out our list of games like Hades. Same addiction, roguelite flavor.

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   1. Path of Exile 2

   2024

   The obvious pick if Diablo 4's endgame feels too tame. Grinding Gear Games takes theorycrafting very far, with skill gems, a huge passive tree and items that break the rules. Combat is slower and weightier, and bosses expect you to actually dodge. Made for players who happily plan a build for an hour before they even start playing.

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   2. Diablo III

   2012 · Main story 27 h

   If the power trip is your favorite part of Diablo 4, Diablo III still nails it. It is brighter and more arcade, and item sets turn your hero into a wrecking ball fast. Great for couch co-op, or for low-stress evenings after work when you want big numbers without reading tooltips for twenty minutes.

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   3. Last Epoch

   2024 · Main story 20 h

   The best balance between approachable and deep. You travel between different eras of the same world, and each class branches into specializations that truly change your style. The crafting system is clear and generous, so you always know how to improve an item. Ideal if you want theorycrafting without drowning in menus.

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   4. Grim Dawn

   2016 · Main story 42 h

   An old-school, grimy action RPG set in a world wrecked by a supernatural war. Its signature idea is combining two classes into your own hybrid, which opens up a huge number of builds. It plays very well solo. A strong pick if you love Diablo 4's bleak mood but want more freedom in how you build.

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   5. Torchlight II

   2012 · Main story 21.5 h

   The light, cheerful take on the genre. Bright colors, a pet that runs back to town to sell your junk while you keep fighting, and controls you get in seconds. It is not the deepest game here, but it may be the most relaxing. Perfect between two Diablo 4 seasons when you need a break from the grind.

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   6. Ravenswatch

   2024

   A blend of action RPG and roguelite where you play heroes pulled from fairy tales and legends, like Little Red Riding Hood or Beowulf. Each run is short and your build grows on the fly. It shines in co-op, when everyone's powers stack into one big, readable mess. Great for a group that wants quick sessions.

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   7. Minecraft Dungeons

   2020

   The Diablo-like to play with kids or friends who have never touched the genre. There are no fixed classes: your style comes from your gear, which you swap whenever you like. It is simple, pretty and genuinely fun with a group. Veterans will find it easy, but it does a great job as a first step.

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   8. Death's Door

   2021 · Main story 9 h

   Less loot, more adventure. You play a small crow who reaps souls, in a top-down action game with precise combat and memorable bosses. It is shorter and more written than Diablo 4, with plenty of humor. A good palate cleanser between long farming sessions, and it still gives you that satisfying hit feel.

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FAQ

What game is most similar to Diablo 4?

Path of Exile 2 is the closest in spirit: isometric view, dark world, endless loot and a very deep endgame. If you want something easier to get into, Diablo III and Last Epoch are excellent alternatives, each with a friendlier approach to building your character.

How long does it take to beat Diablo 4?

According to players on IGDB, the Diablo IV campaign takes about 15.5 hours. Expect around 40.5 hours if you also do side quests and extra content, and roughly 47 hours to finish everything. The seasonal endgame can keep you busy far longer than that.

Are there games like Diablo 4 to play in co-op?

Yes. Diablo III, Minecraft Dungeons and Ravenswatch are built for group play, online and in some cases on the same screen. Torchlight II and Path of Exile 2 also support parties. Ravenswatch is the most fun with friends, thanks to short runs and heroes that complement each other.