Best Soulslike Game of 2025
The Soulslike genre saw heavy hitters in 2025, blending punishing posture systems, mythological dark fantasy, and fresh roguelite twists. Heading into 2026, one game decisively claimed the crown, accompanied by impressive runners-up.
The Crown Winner: The First Berserker: Khazan
- Developer / Publisher: Neople / Nexon
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
- Rating: 9.6 / 10
Set in the universe of Dungeon & Fighter, The First Berserker: Khazan emerged as the premiere Soulslike title of 2025. Combining a striking anime cel-shaded aesthetic with severe stamina management and dual-blade posture breaking, it delivers a visceral parry-heavy combat loop that rewards extreme aggression. Its brutal boss design and deeply customizable gear setups set a standard for action-RPGs.
Top Runners-Up & Highlights
- WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers (9.4 / 10)
Set in the late Ming Dynasty, this ARPG fuses Chinese folklore, body-horror madness, and swift blade encounters. - Elden Ring: Nightreign (9.2 / 10)
FromSoftware’s standalone entry reinterprets the Lands Between through a multiplayer/solo roguelite framework. - Lies of P: Overture (DLC) (9.0 / 10)
A major story expansion deepening the steampunk universe of Krat with new weapon assembly options and brutal endgame bosses. - AI LIMIT (8.8 / 10)
A post-apocalyptic, anime-inspired Soulslike centered on fluid weapon switching through sci-fi ruins.
2025 Soulslike Comparison
Game Title
Setting / Style
Core Combat Mechanic
Score
The First Berserker: Khazan
High-Fantasy (DNF Universe)
Stamina Pressure & Dual-Stances
9.6 / 10
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers
Late Ming Folklore
Transformation & Fast Deflections
9.4 / 10
Elden Ring: Nightreign
Dark Open-World Spin-off
Roguelite Tactical Survival
9.2 / 10
Lies of P: Overture
Gothic Steampunk
Blade Customization & Parries
9.0 / 10