Best Fantasy FPS Games of All Time, Ranked

Most first-person shooter games take place in historical settings, the present day, or futuristic worlds. Fantasy settings are rare, as most fantasy games of that type are action role-playing games or involve slower, turn-based combat instead of fast-paced shooting.

We’re putting together a list of the best fantasy-themed shooting games, ranking them by how fun and effective the shooting feels, how good they look, and how well they’ve aged. Games like Darkwatch, Warhammer: Vermintide 2, and Doom: The Dark Ages will be included, so let’s dive in and see where they stack up!

Preview For Shooter Fans

Game Title	Combat Archetype	Best For…
Doom: The Dark Ages	A first-person shooter featuring guns and some light melee action	For those looking for nonstop action in a linear game
Dishonored	A first-person shooter featuring guns, daggers, and paranormal abilities	A more stealth-focused game with open-ended approaches to missions in a semi-open world
Wizordum	A first-person shooter featuring magic instead of guns, along with some light melee	A roguelike with a diverse set of spells for those looking for a sense of progression, even after death

7. Heretic

Doom But With Magic

Heretic shares a similar look and feel with Doom because it was built using the same game engine. While not made by id Software themselves, they published it and gave Raven Software their approval. It ditches the demons, famous weapons like the BFG, and heavy metal soundtrack of Doom, but it’s still a fantastic choice if you’re after a classic 90s gaming experience.

As a fan, I love that this game doesn’t just give you guns – you can use crossbows or even magic wands to take down monsters, and they work just as well! It actually adds to the fantasy feel, doing things I didn’t even see in Doom. Plus, there’s a real RPG element with collecting items and managing an inventory – I can find potions that temporarily power up my weapons, which is awesome. It’s not going to challenge your brain, but the fact that Heretic is still being enjoyed today through modern ports and remasters is amazing, especially considering it first came out in 1994.

6. Darkwatch

Vampires Of The Old West

Darkwatch blends realistic settings with fantasy elements. You play as Jericho Cross, who becomes a vampire early in the game and joins Darkwatch, a secret organization dealing with the supernatural. Using weapons like revolvers, shotguns, and crossbows with a steampunk style, you’ll battle dark forces in a thrilling Old West adventure.

Darkwatch is a straightforward game with a few key choices. You’ll encounter characters you can choose to save or sacrifice, and these decisions unlock different abilities for your character, Jericho – for example, gaining a blood shield. Sadly, it’s difficult to play today because there isn’t a modern version available, but it’s worth keeping an eye out for if you enjoy retro gaming.

5. Wizordum

Harry Potter As A Roguelike

Wizordum is a new game that feels like a modern take on the classic shooter, Heretic. It’s designed with a 90s-style level structure, but with a unique twist: bright, colorful graphics combined with plenty of gore. This unusual mix helps Wizordum stand out, but at its core, it’s simply a well-made shooter focused on magic.

The game lets you collect different weapons throughout each level and quickly switch between them – you’ll find things like an ice-shooting rod, a classic pistol, and rings that launch fireballs. Between levels, you can use earned points to improve your weapons, and the game offers a substantial campaign with plenty of hidden secrets that encourage players to revisit levels.

4. Warhammer: Vermintide 2

A Co-Op Class-Based Shooter

The Warhammer franchise stands out because it features two separate and popular universes: a science fiction setting and a fantasy world, which includes the game Warhammer: Vermintide 2. Vermintide 2 is a four-player cooperative game, often described as a fantasy take on Left 4 Dead.

Players can choose from a variety of characters, each with customizable abilities that improve as you play. Gathering and upgrading equipment is key, adding RPG-like progression even though each mission is separate. The combat is exciting, with options for swords, magic, or archery, and it’s especially fun when a team of four players works together, even with the occasional challenge.

3. Doom: The Dark Ages

A Ripping Good Time

The Doom series usually blends science fiction with fantasy, pitting players against demons on Mars, a planet linked to the underworld. However, Doom: The Dark Ages leans heavily into the fantasy elements. This version of the Doom Guy looks like a combination of a medieval knight and the character Master Chief from Halo. While the game features typical weapons like rifles and shotguns, it also introduces a new focus on close-quarters combat.

Players will discover a shield that doubles as a chainsaw – easily one of the most awesome shields in gaming history. Besides weaponry and shields, you can even control a giant mech. While Doom: The Dark Ages leans more towards science fiction than fantasy, it’s undeniably a blast to fight demons.

2. Dishonored

A Stealthy Approach To The Paranormal

While technically an action-adventure game played from a first-person perspective, Dishonored can feel like a shooter depending on your playstyle. The game takes place in a dark, steampunk-inspired city where you’re wrongly accused of murdering the empress and forced to go on the run. Your mission is to eliminate the city’s leaders, hoping to uncover the truth behind the conspiracy.

In this game, players have access to weapons like knives and guns, useful gadgets, and unique supernatural abilities – such as short-range teleportation to bypass obstacles. While players can play through the game using lethal force, it doesn’t align with the game’s core themes and will draw unwanted attention. Thanks to its flexible missions, immersive world, and compelling powers, Dishonored remains a fantastic game, regardless of how players choose to approach it.

1. Witchfire

An Early Access Darling

I’ve been following Witchfire since it launched into Early Access on PC in 2023, and honestly, everyone on consoles is super eager to play it. It’s already a fantastic shooter, and the developers have been consistently updating it with new stuff, tweaking the difficulty, and squashing bugs. The story is really cool too – it’s an alternate history where the Vatican sends witch hunters out on missions. These missions take place in huge, open areas packed with secrets and side quests. Basically, you’re fighting waves of a witch’s minions – think undead soldiers and ghosts – while trying to complete your objectives. It’s a blast!

Witchfire features weapons with a distinctive steampunk style, reminiscent of the game Darkwatch. It blends elements of Darkwatch with the immersive world of The Witcher. Despite still being in Early Access, Witchfire stands out as a unique experience. It’s a roguelike with exciting abilities, impressive weaponry, satisfying gunplay, and a beautifully crafted world. Currently, the only drawback is that it’s only available on PC.

2026-03-23 13:35