- #1 Rogue Fable III
97% matchVery Positive93% of 729 reviews2021
Dev: Pixel Forge Games
Windows · Mac
Rogue Fable III is a traditional rogue-like game which combines the depth, complexity, and challenge of the genre classics with a shorter, more tightly focused game length.
Why similar: Roguelike 44.4%, Turn-Based 24.2%, RPG 23.7%, Indie 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game captures the exact spirit of 1Quest with its traditional roguelike mechanics, tactical turn-based combat, and satisfying loot progression.
- #2 Tales of Maj'Eyal
96% matchVery Positive95% of 7,237 reviews2013
Dev: Netcore Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tales of Maj’Eyal is a roguelike RPG, featuring tactical turn-based combat and advanced character building. Play as one of many unique races and classes in the lore-filled world of Eyal, exploring random dungeons, facing challenging battles, and developing characters with your own tailored mix of abilities and powers.
Why similar: Turn-Based 43.7%, Roguelike 33%, RPG 21.4%, Indie 2%
Why You'll Like It: A deep and expansive traditional roguelike that offers immense character build variety and tactical depth for those who enjoyed the RPG elements of 1Quest.
- #3 Cardinal Quest 2
96% matchVery Positive91% of 129 reviews2015
Dev: Randomnine Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Hack, slash and rush the forces of darkness. Assault castles and mountain lairs to liberate all in this super-sleek modernization of the classic roguelike formula! Will you play a crafting Alchemist, a sneaky backstabbing Thief... or something else?
Why similar: RPG 44.8%, Roguelike 39.3%, Indie 15.9%
Why You'll Like It: A highly accessible and fast-paced roguelike that mirrors the simplicity and addictive nature of 1Quest's dungeon crawling.
- #4 Dungeons of Dredmor
95% matchVery Positive94% of 5,389 reviews2011
Dev: Gaslamp Games, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Test your luck and cunning in this exciting RPG as you craft, cast, and pillage your way through Lord Dredmor's Dungeons.
Why similar: Roguelike 43.7%, Turn-Based 30.3%, RPG 19.4%, Indie 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: This classic title combines traditional roguelike mechanics with a humorous tone and deep skill-based character development.
- #5 Rift Wizard
94% matchVery Positive92% of 1,049 reviews2021
Dev: Dylan White
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Rift Wizard is a tough as nails fantasy roguelike featuring challenging turn based combat and deep open ended character building. Craft your spellbook from over 100 unique spells and abilities and fight your way through a series of procedurally generated challenges to defeat your nemesis.
Why similar: Turn-Based 48.5%, Roguelike 40%, RPG 8.9%, Indie 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A pure, high-intensity tactical roguelike that focuses on spell-casting and strategic positioning in a way that will appeal to 1Quest fans.
- #6 Lost Flame
94% matchVery Positive97% of 105 reviews2026
Dev: Bartosz Bojarowski
Windows · Linux
Lost Flame is a modern roguelike game featuring unique and challenging turn-based combat. Find your way in the ruined kingdom of Hiraeth while fighting against legendary warriors of the past and spawn of the unfathomable Abysm.
Why similar: Roguelike 55.3%, RPG 21.3%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Indie 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging traditional roguelike that emphasizes tactical combat and character builds in a dark, atmospheric setting.
- #7 Shattered Pixel Dungeon
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,993 reviews2022
Dev: Shattered Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Shattered Pixel Dungeon is a traditional roguelike dungeon crawler that's simple to start but hard to master! Every game is a unique challenge, with six different heroes, randomized levels and enemies, and hundreds of items to collect and use.
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.1%, Roguelike 30.1%, RPG 24.3%, Indie 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A polished and balanced traditional roguelike that is widely considered a benchmark for the genre's accessibility and depth.
- #8 Haque
93% matchVery Positive86% of 164 reviews2017
Dev: SuperTry Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Haque is a glitch fantasy roguelike adventure about cute monsters, low-bit hauntings, and a suspiciously talkative narrator. Choose your character and battle through forests, deserts and dungeons to defeat a mysterious evil. Die often. Try again!
Why similar: Roguelike 44.5%, RPG 41.8%, Indie 13.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a unique, minimalist approach to the traditional roguelike genre with a focus on tactical turn-based encounters.
- #9 Jupiter Hell
91% matchVery Positive92% of 2,058 reviews2021
Dev: ChaosForgePub: Hyperstrange
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
True Roguelike. Turn-based shooter. Permadeath. Tribute to the sci-fi classics of the Golden VHS era. Successor to DRL. Just you and your gun against hordes of horrors and monstrosities. Give them hell to the rhythm of heavy metal.
Why similar: Roguelike 48.8%, Turn-Based 29.7%, RPG 16.2%, Indie 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A modern, sci-fi take on the traditional roguelike that maintains the turn-based integrity and tactical challenge of the genre.
- #10 Tangledeep
91% matchVery Positive82% of 1,458 reviews2018
Dev: Impact Gameworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.9%, Roguelike 31.2%, RPG 26.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful 16-bit aesthetics and a job-based class system that provides the same rewarding progression as 1Quest.
- #11 Desktop Dungeons
89% matchVery Positive84% of 2,339 reviews2023
Dev: QCF Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Each step into the unknown heals you and reveals new obstacles as you guide fresh heros to glorious retirement or ignominious death. Master tactical spells, appease ancient gods and get rich through taxidermy in this award-winning quick-play puzzle-roguelike.
Why similar: Roguelike 49.2%, Turn-Based 33.9%, RPG 16.8%
Why You'll Like It: A unique puzzle-roguelike hybrid that forces players to make every turn count, mirroring the high-stakes combat of 1Quest.
- #12 Rogue's Tale
90% matchMostly Positive72% of 751 reviews2014
Dev: Epixx.org
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Rogue's Tale is a single player turn-based dungeon crawling game.
Why similar: Roguelike 55.2%, RPG 23%, Turn-Based 15%, Indie 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A brutal and unforgiving traditional roguelike that demands careful play and strategic thinking at every turn.
- #13 WazHack
89% matchVery Positive90% of 724 reviews2014
Dev: WazPub: Waz Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Time moves forward only when you do in the dungeons of WazHack. Think your way out of problems instead of just spamming 'attack' and 'drink healing potion'.
Why similar: Roguelike 34.9%, RPG 33.9%, Turn-Based 19.7%, Indie 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling roguelike that retains the depth of classic dungeon crawlers while offering a distinct visual and mechanical perspective.
- #14 Sword of the Stars: The Pit
87% matchVery Positive83% of 1,552 reviews2013
Dev: Kerberos Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A fun, fast, light-hearted, turn-based RPG, where the tradition of old school dungeon-diving games meets the sci-fi Sword of the Stars universe!
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.2%, Roguelike 32.5%, RPG 26.3%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi dungeon crawler that emphasizes resource management and survival, sharing the same 'one more run' appeal as 1Quest.
- #15 Runestone Keeper
86% matchVery Positive84% of 2,460 reviews2015
Dev: BlackfirePub: Cimugames
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Runestone Keeper is a roguelike dungeon crawler that blends classic RPG elements and turn based strategy. Heroes, monsters, equipment, events, magic and skills, traps and devices, shrines and altars, Goddesses and merchants. Choose your weapon and begin an epic adventure!
Why similar: Roguelike 39.3%, RPG 36.2%, Turn-Based 12.8%, Indie 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that blends traditional roguelike elements with grid-based exploration and tactical combat.
- #16 Hack, Slash, Loot
88% matchMixed52% of 752 reviews2012
Dev: David Williamson
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A single-player turn-based dungeon crawler. Take control of a lone hero and explore sprawling dungeons, fight dangerous monsters.
Why similar: Roguelike 56.5%, RPG 23.3%, Turn-Based 11.7%, Indie 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, no-nonsense roguelike that focuses on quick sessions and classic dungeon-crawling tropes.
- #17 Crown Trick
84% matchVery Positive85% of 5,356 reviews2020
Dev: NEXT StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enter a labyrinth that moves as you move, where mastering the elements is key to defeating enemies and uncovering the mysteries of this underground world. With a new experience awaiting every time you enter the dungeon, let the power bestowed by the crown guide you in this challenging adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.2%, Roguelike 35.2%, RPG 26.6%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelike that uses a unique 'sync' turn-based system, rewarding careful planning and positioning similar to 1Quest.
- #18 OneBit Adventure
83% matchVery Positive88% of 708 reviews2022
Dev: Galactic Slice, LLC
Windows · Mac
OneBit Adventure is a casual turn-based roguelike where you adventure as far as possible to level up and battle against rogue monsters. Your primary goal in OneBit Adventure is to survive and loot. Choose from a variety of classes and build the ultimate class.
Why similar: Roguelike 56.1%, RPG 43.9%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled roguelike that offers a simple yet addictive loop of leveling up and exploring deeper into the dungeon.
- #19 QuestRun
86% matchMixed57% of 905 reviews2014
Dev: Cuve GamesPub: Digerati
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Challenging and fast-paced with a modern twist on old school RPG battle systems, QuestRun is unlike anything you have played before.
Why similar: RPG 73.6%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Indie 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, turn-based RPG that shares the lighthearted dungeon-crawling spirit and accessibility of 1Quest.
- #20 Crossroads: Lucky Edition
85% matchVery Positive82% of 66 reviews2019
Dev: icon.games
Windows · Mac
Crossroads is a hardcore roguelike RPG dungeon crawler stylized as a card game. Create your hero and go to the adventures to gain levels, loot new gear, learn different spells and finally complete your quest!
Why similar: RPG 70.7%, Indie 29.3%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawler that emphasizes exploration and character growth within a procedurally generated world.
- #21 Card Quest
84% matchVery Positive86% of 371 reviews2017
Dev: WinterSpring Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Card Quest is a dungeon crawling adventure game with unique card combat. Play with a variety of unique character classes, and customize decks to fit your playstyle. Explore the strategic depth of tactical roguelike gameplay, and crush the undead plague.
Why similar: Roguelike 31.6%, RPG 30.3%, Turn-Based 27.8%, Indie 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: While card-based, this game captures the tactical, turn-based RPG combat feel that makes 1Quest so engaging.
- #22 SanctuaryRPG: Black Edition
82% matchVery Positive91% of 1,587 reviews2015
Dev: Black Shell MediaPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
SanctuaryRPG: Black Edition is a humorous and strategic turn-based dungeon crawling ASCII adventure. Drawing heavy inspiration from both Roguelikes and Japanese RPGs, the game offers a robust action-RPG inspired combat system.
Why similar: RPG 48.6%, Roguelike 29.3%, Indie 13.7%, Turn-Based 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: An ASCII-style RPG that focuses on deep turn-based combat and character customization, perfect for fans of retro-styled roguelikes.
- #23 Poker Quest: Swords and Spades
80% matchVery Positive87% of 707 reviews2022
Dev: Playsaurus
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Poker Quest is a fantasy roguelike where players use a standard 52-card deck to take on fierce enemies in epic battles. Featuring over 20 unique heroes, thousands of items, and deep gameplay that will test even the most experienced players.
Why similar: Turn-Based 48.3%, Roguelike 41.4%, Indie 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A clever fusion of card mechanics and roguelike dungeon crawling that requires significant strategic planning.
- #24 Equin: The Lantern
82% matchVery Positive91% of 58 reviews2016
Dev: DXF Games
Windows
Equin: The Lantern is a challenging roguelike that's easy to get into but tough to master. Conquer the huge 50 floor dungeon and its evil inhabitants in a quest to the bottom of the joint to find the mysterious lantern itself.
Why similar: RPG 50.1%, Roguelike 32.6%, Indie 17.2%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging, turn-based roguelike that focuses on classic RPG stats and dungeon exploration.
- #25 Rogue Empire: Dungeon Crawler RPG
81% matchVery Positive86% of 388 reviews2019
Dev: Portal Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.2 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Explore randomly generated content and experience the thrill of a classic tactical turn-based rogue-like RPG! Choose from a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique abilities and strengths. Get ready for an unforgettable journey of strategy, skill, and discovery.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.5%, Roguelike 33.5%, RPG 27%
Why You'll Like It: Combines traditional roguelike mechanics with an overworld map and narrative elements for a more expansive experience.
- #26 Golden Krone Hotel
81% matchVery Positive96% of 331 reviews2017
Dev: Vulgat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Golden Krone Hotel is a gothic horror roguelike. Fight vampires with sunlight or become a vampire yourself and sneak in the shadows. Combines classic turn-based combat with dynamic lighting, an innovative potion system, and fast paced gameplay.
Why similar: Turn-Based 44.8%, Roguelike 33.2%, RPG 16.9%, Indie 5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, vampire-themed roguelike that focuses on lighting mechanics and tactical movement in a procedural environment.
- #27 Zavix Tower
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 343 reviews2016
Dev: Batholith EntertainmentPub: Indie Voyage
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Zavix Tower is an old-school, party-based, first-person CRPG with rogue-like elements, an upgrade-able and persistent town, and turn-based combat.
Why similar: RPG 37.2%, Turn-Based 36.5%, Roguelike 16.2%, Indie 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style dungeon crawler that focuses on party management and turn-based combat in a procedural tower.
- #28 Emberlight
78% matchVery Positive81% of 58 reviews2019
Dev: Quarter Onion Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Emberlight is a true roguelite dungeon crawler, set in a world where the Gods have given you a great gift - and a great curse. Explore procedurally generated dungeons as a Knight of the Ember Order. Conquer the quests set out before your party, and uncover the lore of the land.
Why similar: RPG 48.2%, Turn-Based 34.7%, Indie 17.1%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite RPG that focuses on party building and tactical combat, offering high replayability through its procedural systems.
- #29 Rezrog
79% matchMixed45% of 331 reviews2017
Dev: SoaphogPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Test your fighting spirit as you take your party of brave adventurers on an epic quest to restore peace to the lands of Rezrog in this table-top inspired, turn-based, dungeon crawler. Upgrade your skills & tactically exploit enemy weaknesses as you try to handle everything the dungeons will throw at you.
Why similar: Turn-Based 45.5%, Roguelike 31%, RPG 19.1%, Indie 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tabletop-inspired dungeon crawler that features turn-based combat and a variety of character classes to master.
- #30 Battlepaths
77% matchMixed69% of 884 reviews2014
Dev: Key17 interactivePub: Digerati
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Battlepaths is a minimalist, loot-driven old-school 2D RPG featuring neat monster hacking, an excellent loot system, and great variety in character development.
Why similar: RPG 55.9%, Turn-Based 34.9%, Indie 9.2%
- #31 Crayon Chronicles
78% matchMostly Positive72% of 53 reviews2015
Dev: Outer Grid Games LLC
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Crayon Chronicles is a:Single-playerTurn-basedRPGRoguelike...offering a relatively short (2-4 hours per play-through) but action-packed experience that randomly generates the level layouts each time you play.
Why similar: RPG 73.8%, Indie 26.2%
- #32 Shigatari
75% matchVery Positive97% of 284 reviews2017
Dev: Super Legit Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Shigatari is a samurai role-playing game with historical artwork.
Why similar: RPG 58.9%, Roguelike 24.7%, Indie 16.4%
- #33 Coin Crypt
76% matchVery Positive86% of 608 reviews2014
Dev: Wishes Ultd.Pub: Greg Lobanov
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A roguelite deckbuilding adventure game about magical coins. You play as a lootmancer, who can unlock the hidden power inside of coins and use them in magical duels. The loots you take from chests and enemies also become your next moves, so plan carefully!
Why similar: Roguelike 59%, RPG 29.9%, Indie 11.1%
- #34 Quest of Dungeons
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 735 reviews2014
Dev: David Amador
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Quest of Dungeons is a turn based dungeon crawler game featuring a good old 16-bit retro artistic look. By playing as either a Warrior, Wizard, Assassin or Shaman you have to traverse dungeons, defeat enemies and loot everything you can in order to survive.
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.6%, Roguelike 31.1%, RPG 26.3%
- #35 Break the Loop
73% matchVery Positive85% of 86 reviews2024
Dev: Mastodonte
Windows
Break the Loop is a turn-based Rogue-like RPG. Compose your team and create a timeline by selecting the events you'll go through. Each decision will bring you one step closer to the ultimate threat, but will you have accumulated enough power to stop the apocalypse?
Why similar: RPG 47.8%, Roguelike 35.9%, Indie 16.4%
- #36 Robothorium
75% matchMostly Positive70% of 368 reviews2019
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!
Why similar: Turn-Based 40.9%, RPG 34.3%, Roguelike 13.8%, Indie 10.9%
- #37 Paper Dungeons
77% matchMixed51% of 94 reviews2015
Dev: Stephane ValverdePub: Agent Mega
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Paper Dungeons is a fantasy board-game boosted by online content. With the ability to create and share online your own levels, you're up for an infinite replay value! The game is visualized as a classic tabletop board-game with dice and tokens, and has 4 game modes: Boardgame, Campaign, Puzzle and Rogue.
Why similar: RPG 51.2%, Roguelike 32.2%, Indie 16.6%
- #38 SFD : Rogue TRPG
74% matchVery Positive87% of 100 reviews2018
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
SFD is a unique hybrid of tactical RPG and roguelike. Manage a party of adventurers as you attempt to be one of the few to conquer the Sigma Finite Dungeon.
Why similar: RPG 43.4%, Turn-Based 25.2%, Roguelike 17.7%, Indie 13.7%
- #39 QUESTER | OSAKA
72% matchVery Positive86% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Thousand Games
Windows
A dungeon exploration RPG specializing in hack-and-slash. The game is full of challenging elements. There are 32 characters (8 classes), skills to enjoy combos, modifiable armaments, "NEW GAME+" to enjoy playing around, etc.
Why similar: Turn-Based 43.1%, Roguelike 28.1%, RPG 26.5%, Indie 2.3%
- #40 Hero's Quest
72% matchVery Positive82% of 211 reviews2023
Dev: Murilobast
Windows · Mac
Simple Roguelite RPG game with incremental progress
Why similar: Roguelike 50.1%, RPG 42%, Indie 7.9%
- #41 Crowntakers
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 681 reviews2014
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crowntakers combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements and takes you at the behest of the crown into a medieval fantasy world full of challenging encounters and epic adventures. With its randomly generated world, Crowntakers offers a varied gaming experience every time you set out to fight evil.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.1%, Roguelike 28.2%, RPG 25.8%, Indie 8.8%
- #42 Diehard Dungeon
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 499 reviews2014
Dev: Tricktale
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Combining its own unique take on the real-time roguelike genre, with a nostalgic 16-bit look and feel, Diehard Dungeon is a game that feels both familiar and quite different at the same time. Followed by a trusty, treasure collecting companion chest, you must make your way through the dungeons many randomly-generated rooms and levels.
Why similar: Roguelike 48%, RPG 37.2%, Indie 14.7%
- #43 Rencounter
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 373 reviews2016
Dev: SPVDPub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Rencounter is a difficult, turn-based, RPG, roguelike game with a mysterious atmosphere. Help your squad survive while navigating through a network of tunnels and rooms. Distribute provisions and medicine to keep them alive.
Why similar: RPG 33.6%, Turn-Based 33.4%, Roguelike 20.3%, Indie 12.7%
- #44 Crawl Tactics
70% matchVery Positive92% of 203 reviews2022
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Crawl Tactics combines classic turn-based tactics with roguelike progression. In Dungeon Mode, face challenging, ever-changing encounters as you explore procedurally generated maps. In Quest Mode, develop your village, train your mercenaries, and defend against growing enemy invasions.
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.1%, RPG 30.3%, Roguelike 19.9%, Indie 8.7%
- #45 Little Dungeon Stories
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 113 reviews2019
Dev: David Moralejo SánchezPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 48 min≥1hr: 28%
Little Dungeon Stories is a challenging roguelike card-based RPG. Enter the dungeon full of secrets, hostile monsters, deadly traps, and legendary loots. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.8%, RPG 35.1%, Roguelike 25.1%
- #46 Megaloot
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,968 reviews2024
Dev: axiliratePub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Megaloot is an addictive Inventory Management Roguelike RPG, where meticulous loot management lets you create diverse and powerful builds for each run. With every new attempt, start from scratch and loot strategically to craft dominating setups and become the ultimate power hunter.
Why similar: Roguelike 52.7%, RPG 47.3%
- #47 Deathless. The Hero Quest
66% matchVery Positive88% of 983 reviews2024
Dev: 1C Game StudiosPub: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
In Deathless, elements of a collectible card game, roguelike, and turn-based strategy combine seamlessly. Build a unique deck of cards, discover unusual relics, and defeat legendary bosses. No two journeys will ever be the same with endless Path. Crush the Evil and save the world!
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.9%, Roguelike 33.4%, RPG 23.7%
- #48 Grim Quest - Old School RPG
69% matchVery Positive93% of 150 reviews2022
Dev: Monomyth
Windows
A dark fantasy RPG blending dungeon crawling, turn-based combat and roguelike mechanics with hand-drawn art and written storytelling. Part solo tabletop campaign, part choose-your-own-adventure, it offers an immersive experience designed for both quick ventures and night-long sessions.
Why similar: RPG 56.4%, Roguelike 43.6%
- #49 Lords of Xulima
70% matchVery Positive81% of 1,252 reviews2014
Dev: Numantian Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Lords of Xulima is a challenging Role-playing game set on the mythical continent of Xulima, where Gods and humans once walked side by side. Experience a genuine RPG featuring over 100 hours of gameplay, and discover one of the most epic sagas ever told.
Why similar: Turn-Based 48.4%, RPG 45.8%, Indie 5.7%
- #50 A Wizard's Lizard
71% matchMostly Positive70% of 444 reviews2014
Dev: Lost Decade Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with powerful weapons and items. Battle back the hordes of evil. Rescue villagers to improve your town and increase your power for your next trek into the dungeon.
Why similar: Roguelike 46.6%, RPG 39.4%, Indie 14%
- #51 Pixel Dungeon
69% matchVery Positive90% of 442 reviews2015
Dev: Retronic Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Pixel Dungeon is an exciting and extremely popular roguelike (more than 2 million mobile installs!). Explore the depths of Pixel Dungeon, collect useful items and fight fierce monsters to find the Amulet of Yendor - the ultimate artefact of this game world!
Why similar: Roguelike 43.4%, RPG 34.9%, Turn-Based 12.1%, Indie 9.6%
- #52 Realms of Arkania: Star Trail
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 196 reviews2017
Dev: United Independent Entertainment GmbHPub: United Independent Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Star Trail is a faithful remake of Realms of Arkania’s classic sequel. This hardcore RPG features dozens of talents and spells, distinct races and character classes as well as a challenging isometric turn-based combat system.
Why similar: RPG 63.9%, Turn-Based 20.8%, Indie 15.3%
- #53 Rogue Fable IV
66% matchVery Positive94% of 218 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Forge Games
Windows · Mac
Storm the lair of the immortal wizard Yendor in this fast paced, turn based, traditional rogue-like. The massive scope, deep mechanics and challenging gameplay that define the genre distilled into dense and highly varied one hour runs.
Why similar: Roguelike 63%, RPG 37%
- #54 Steam Marines
71% matchMixed50% of 333 reviews2014
Dev: Worthless Bums
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.
Why similar: Roguelike 40.4%, Turn-Based 30%, RPG 20.4%, Indie 9.2%
- #55 Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 593 reviews2015
Dev: The BitfatherPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Enter the world of PIXEL HEROES and prepare yourself for a thrilling RPG/Roguelike experience like you have never seen before!
Why similar: RPG 38.2%, Turn-Based 27.5%, Roguelike 23.6%, Indie 10.7%
- #56 Gordian Quest
63% matchVery Positive89% of 5,923 reviews2022
Dev: Mixed Realms Pte Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.1%, RPG 27.1%, Roguelike 26%, Indie 8.8%
- #57 Outcast Tales: The First Journey
64% matchVery Positive85% of 248 reviews2024
Dev: Hardlane StudioPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Experience the beginning of a grand adventure in Outcast Tales: The First Journey. Engage in deep tactical battles, make tough decisions, and choose your own adventures - write an Outcast Tale that’s unique to you!
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.2%, Roguelike 30.7%, RPG 21.5%, Indie 6.6%
- #58 Eternal Step
69% matchMixed64% of 75 reviews2015
Dev: Once More With GustoPub: Green Man Gaming Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Eternal Step is a deviously difficult, rogue-like action adventure game.
Why similar: RPG 48.6%, Roguelike 33.1%, Indie 18.3%
- #59 Dungeon Cards
66% matchVery Positive93% of 75 reviews2020
Dev: 717 pixels
Windows
Simple fast-paced card crawler with roguelike elements and addictive gameplay
Why similar: Roguelike 60.5%, Indie 26.4%, RPG 13.1%
- #60 The Dwarf Run
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 160 reviews2015
Dev: Alexander Mirdzveli
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
The Dwarf Run is an old-fashioned RPG featuring turn-based combat, elements of point-n-click adventure and intriguing story line.
Why similar: RPG 49.8%, Turn-Based 33.1%, Indie 17.2%