- #1 20XX
97% matchVery Positive91% of 4,578 reviews2017
Dev: Batterystaple Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
20XX is a roguelike action platformer that you can play with a friend. Jump and shoot your way through ever-changing levels, collect awesome new powers, and battle mighty bosses in the name of saving the human race maybe!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.2%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Roguelite 11.2%, Side Scroller 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: As the direct predecessor, it shares the exact same DNA of Mega Man-inspired movement and roguelite level design.
- #2 ScourgeBringer
96% matchVery Positive86% of 3,268 reviews2020
Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity.
Why similar: Roguelite 19.2%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Roguelike 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Platformer 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: The focus on high-speed, dash-heavy combat and aerial mobility makes it a perfect match for fans of 30XX's intensity.
- #3 Astral Ascent
96% matchVery Positive95% of 8,519 reviews2023
Dev: Hibernian Workshop
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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.
Why similar: Perma Death 20.2%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Roguelite 14.1%, Roguelike 11.1%, Local Co-Op 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: It features fast-paced, stylish combat and platforming with a vibrant aesthetic and deep character customization.
- #4 Dead Cells
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 182,870 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.9%, Roguelite 16%, Procedural Generation 15.2%, Roguelike 15%, Platformer 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive 2D action-roguelite platformer, offering fluid combat and high-speed traversal that feels very similar to 30XX.
- #5 Rogue Legacy 2
94% matchVery Positive91% of 15,118 reviews2022
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.
Why similar: Platformer 21.1%, Roguelite 18.1%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Procedural Generation 12.6%, Roguelike 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title refines the platforming-roguelite genre with tight controls, diverse character classes, and deep meta-progression.
- #6 Oblivion Override
94% matchVery Positive91% of 2,045 reviews2024
Dev: Humble MillPub: XD
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...
Why similar: Perma Death 19.2%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Action Roguelike 16.1%, Robots 15.8%, Roguelite 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced, robot-themed action game emphasizes tight platforming and swift melee combat in a roguelite structure.
- #7 Elsie
93% matchMostly Positive79% of 73 reviews2024
Dev: Knight Shift GamesPub: Playtonic Friends
Windows · Linux
Elsie is a technicolour, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action-platformer filled with procedurally generated levels, an army of robots to blast through, and a wide scope of items & weaponry to make each run unique. Master countless magitek weapons and abilities in order to embrace the chaos.
Why similar: Perma Death 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Robots 11%, Roguelite 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant bullet-hell action platformer that combines roguelite mechanics with high-speed, responsive movement.
- #8 Black Future '88
92% matchMostly Positive72% of 749 reviews2019
Dev: SUPERSCARYSNAKESPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Black Future ’88 is a Synth-Punk roguelike 2D action Shooter. Vertically climb an always evolving procedural tower to reach the top and kill its insane owner…before your heart explodes. Shoot, slash, dash and upgrade yourself to survive the endless waves of Homicidal AI, Traps & Colossal Wardens.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.3%, Roguelite 20.6%, Co-op 11.6%, Local Co-Op 9.6%, Action 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, synth-wave action platformer that demands constant movement and fast reflexes.
- #9 A Robot Named Fight!
91% matchVery Positive88% of 897 reviews2017
Dev: Morningstar Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A Robot Named Fight is a Metroidvania roguelike focused on exploration and item collection. Explore a different, procedurally-generated labyrinth each time you play and discover randomized power-ups to traverse obstacles, find secrets and explode meat beasts.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.8%, Roguelite 15.9%, Robots 13%, Procedural Generation 11.8%, Platformer 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A Metroidvania-style roguelite that shares the sci-fi platforming DNA and exploration focus of the seed game.
- #10 Gravity Circuit
90% matchVery Positive91% of 6,090 reviews2023
Dev: Domesticated Ant GamesPub: PID Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.
Why similar: Robots 21.3%, Platformer 18.8%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic Mega Man-style movement and combat mechanics with incredible precision and polish.
- #11 Blazing Chrome
91% matchVery Positive87% of 1,972 reviews2019
Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.6%, Local Co-Op 16%, Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Robots 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A pure, high-octane run-and-gun experience that mirrors the classic arcade-style action found in 30XX.
- #12 Spelunky 2
89% matchVery Positive93% of 21,899 reviews2020
Dev: Mossmouth
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.
Why similar: Perma Death 19%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 11.5%, Procedural Generation 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for procedural platforming, offering deep, challenging levels that reward mastery of movement.
- #13 Revita
89% matchVery Positive81% of 2,429 reviews2022
Dev: BenStarPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
In this fast paced twin-stick roguelite platformer, you play as an unnamed child ascending an ominous clocktower in pursuit of their lost memories. Harvest and sacrifice souls to grow your power in order to challenge procedural encounter rooms and intimidating bosses!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.6%, Roguelite 20.5%, Procedural Generation 16%, Roguelike 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 9%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers precise platforming and combat where health management adds a unique layer of strategy to the roguelite loop.
- #14 Gal Guardians: Demon Purge
88% matchVery Positive80% of 1,400 reviews2023
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.5%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Platformer 15.4%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling action platformer that features tight combat mechanics and character-swapping systems.
- #15 Vagante
87% matchVery Positive89% of 5,025 reviews2018
Dev: Nuke Nine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Vagante is an action-packed platformer that features permanent death and procedurally generated levels. Play cooperatively with friends both locally and online, or adventure solo in this challenging roguelike-inspired game.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.6%, Perma Death 16.6%, Roguelite 14.7%, Procedural Generation 10.5%, Roguelike 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A difficult, platforming-focused roguelite that emphasizes careful movement and deep combat mechanics.
- #16 Caveblazers
86% matchVery Positive85% of 4,533 reviews2017
Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.
Why similar: Perma Death 15.3%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Roguelite 10.3%, Procedural Generation 9.4%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: It provides challenging platforming combat with a heavy emphasis on roguelite progression and item discovery.
- #17 Risk of Rain (2013)
86% matchVery Positive93% of 29,832 reviews2013
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.7%, Roguelike 17.2%, Perma Death 13.6%, Platformer 11.7%, Local Co-Op 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic action-roguelike that focuses on scaling power and movement, providing a similar sense of progression.
- #18 Neon Abyss
85% matchVery Positive86% of 23,608 reviews2020
Dev: Veewo GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelite action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset.
Why similar: Procedural Generation 16.4%, Roguelike 16.2%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Platformer 14.1%, Roguelite 12%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite platformer that focuses on chaotic shooting and a massive variety of power-ups.
- #19 Spirits Abyss
84% matchVery Positive96% of 427 reviews2020
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Spirits Abyss is a roguelite platformer with destructible terrain. Cast into the Abysm you must explore its diverse depths battling phantasmic meanies and plundering its useful treasures to find a way home... but does something nestle beyond the realmic veil of death?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 14.4%, Perma Death 13.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Roguelike 10.5%, Local Co-Op 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A platformer-roguelike that emphasizes vertical movement and exploration in a challenging, procedural environment.
- #20 Metal Unit
84% matchVery Positive83% of 2,896 reviews2021
Dev: JellySnow StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.1%, Roguelite 17.9%, Side Scroller 14%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: This 2D action-platformer roguelite emphasizes equipment-based combat and strategic movement.
- #21 Dungreed
82% matchVery Positive93% of 9,591 reviews2018
Dev: TEAM HORAY
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dungreed is a 2D side-scrolling action game with 2D Rogue-LITE elements. You become an adventurer exploring a continuously evolving dungeon to prevent the town from being destroyed. Eliminate enemies, use a variety of weapons and magic, eat food, and defeat evil in the dungeon!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.5%, Roguelite 19.7%, Roguelike 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Platformer 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that blends fast-paced combat with a wide array of weapons and loot to collect.
- #22 Critadel
83% matchMostly Positive78% of 238 reviews2021
Dev: Pixelian StudioPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Critadel is a futuristic platform/shooter/roguelike with three playable characters, hundreds of branching paths and over 100,000 unique weapon configurations!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Roguelite 14.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Roguelike 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite platformer that focuses on varied weaponry and challenging boss encounters.
- #23 Rogue Glitch Ultra
81% matchVery Positive92% of 1,596 reviews2021
Dev: Rarebyte
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A roguelite action platformer in a vibrant glitch-ridden world. Amass a huge arsenal from over 150 weapon options and face hordes of enemies and tough boss fights. Jump into multiplayer (up to 4 player co-op online or local) to collect, unlock, and upgrade for endless replayability.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.2%, Roguelite 13%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action platformer with roguelite elements that supports co-op play for a similar social experience.
- #24 Heroes of Hammerwatch
80% matchVery Positive87% of 9,522 reviews2018
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.8%, Roguelite 24.9%, Co-op 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Multiplayer 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op roguelite that features action-heavy combat and persistent character upgrades.
- #25 Rogue Stormers
82% matchMixed69% of 990 reviews2016
Dev: Black Forest GamesPub: HandyGames
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
An action packed platform shooter mashed-up with roguelike and RPG elements, crazy 3D graphics and co-op multiplayer for one to 4 players.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.9%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelite 13%, Platformer 10.8%, Robots 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action-roguelite that emphasizes co-op play and intense, run-and-gun combat.
- #26 Super Alloy Crush
77% matchVery Positive93% of 236 reviews2026
Dev: Alloy Mushroom
Windows
Super Alloy Crush is a fast-paced 2D roguelike brawler inspired by classics like Mega Man X. Play as Kelly and Muu (No.02) to defeat enemies and obtain the ultimate cosmic treasure: Planet AE-38. Alone or with a friend in local co-op, get ready for your biggest challenge yet!
Why similar: Side Scroller 15.7%, Action Roguelike 13.9%, Robots 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11%, Local Co-Op 9.5%
- #27 Mighty Gunvolt
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 433 reviews2015
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Take control of one of three playable characters (Gunvolt, Ekoro, and Beck) as you blast your way past the baddies in stage after stage of side-scrolling action! Each stage ends with a boss encounter. Defeat the boss to complete the stage.
Why similar: Platformer 35.8%, Side Scroller 33.7%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Action 13.4%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action platformer that perfectly mirrors the classic feel of 8-bit and 16-bit action games.
- #28 Sparklite
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 675 reviews2019
Dev: Red Blue GamesPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Sparklite is an action-adventure set in a whimsical & ever-changing land. Battle foes using an arsenal of gadgets, guns, & gear. Gear up for adventure in the dangerous corners of the procedurally generated world, take down titans of the mining industry, & harness the power of Sparklite!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.1%, Roguelite 17.5%, Procedural Generation 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Local Co-Op 8%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite with a focus on exploration, gadget-based combat, and procedural world generation.
- #29 Fallback
79% matchVery Positive86% of 400 reviews2019
Dev: Endroad
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Lead the rebellion in an epic rogue-like adventure. Guide your jet-pack equipped post-apocalyptic volunteers through a labyrinthine underground complex by jumping, dodging, and battling against robot minions (and masters) to get to the surface — and bring life back to the scorched Earth.
Why similar: Perma Death 19.3%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Roguelite 10.8%, Procedural Generation 9%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer with roguelite elements that focuses on unique traversal mechanics and environmental challenges.
- #30 Pogo Rogue
76% matchVery Positive92% of 212 reviews2024
Dev: Bounce Back Games
Windows
Bounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 14.4%, Procedural Generation 12.6%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Roguelike 11.1%, Platformer 10.6%
- #31 Corebreaker
75% matchVery Positive93% of 190 reviews2026
Dev: aQuadiunPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Corebreaker is a fast-paced action-platformer game with rogue-like elements. Play as Nova, a robot designed to awaken when humanity is extinct by the machines. Unlock abilities, upgrades and powerful weapons as you fight your way through supreme robots to find out your purpose!
Why similar: Perma Death 21.1%, Action Roguelike 18.6%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 11.9%, Procedural Generation 9.6%
- #32 Dark Scrolls
77% matchMixed62% of 154 reviews2026
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Dark Scrolls is a fantasy-themed action platformer that fuses shmup-style chaos with roguelite progression and is packed with charm, challenge, and secrets.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.2%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11%, Roguelite 10.7%
- #33 DIG - Deep In Galaxies
76% matchVery Positive95% of 171 reviews2023
Dev: Molton Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Free the galaxies in this action platformer! Jump, swing, dig and shoot your way through uncharted planets. Give hell to the Overlord's forces and face alien foes. Earn rewards after every battle and add them to your ever-growing arsenal.
Why similar: Perma Death 15.4%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Procedural Generation 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Local Co-Op 9.8%
- #34 Vertical Drop Heroes HD
78% matchVery Positive80% of 743 reviews2014
Dev: Nerdook Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Vertical Drop Heroes is a procedural platformer RPG hybrid with roguelike elements, where your hero adventures through randomly generated stages. Armed with a variety of skills and traits, you must use your cunning and reflexes to survive the dangers of each stage.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 17%, Procedural Generation 11.8%, Roguelite 11.6%, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Platformer 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A procedural platformer with roguelite elements and co-op support that emphasizes vertical level progression.
- #35 Abyss Odyssey
78% matchMixed63% of 2,539 reviews2014
Dev: ACE TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
From indie Chilean developer ACE Team comes a new side-scrolling action adventure game featuring a complex fighting engine in procedurally generated levels that destines its three warriors to battle a different abyss each time! Choose your hero and also learn to possess your enemies in the abyss…
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.3%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Platformer 13.6%, Roguelike 8.1%, Female Protagonist 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer with roguelite elements that features unique combat mechanics and a distinct art style.
- #36 Orbital Bullet – The 360° Rogue-lite
75% matchVery Positive85% of 812 reviews2022
Dev: SmokeStabPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements, where all actions take place in a circular pattern. Fight your way through a variety of procedural planets and use body modifications, crafting and heavy weaponry. Kill. Die. Modify.
Why similar: Platformer 22.9%, Perma Death 15.6%, Action Roguelike 15%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Roguelike 10.9%
- #37 BlazBlue Entropy Effect
72% matchVery Positive94% of 36,243 reviews2024
Dev: 91Act
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.3%, Platformer 16.5%, Procedural Generation 16.4%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #38 Axiom Verge
74% matchVery Positive90% of 6,599 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.
Why similar: Platformer 30.7%, Pixel Graphics 19.4%, Sci-fi 17.1%, Side Scroller 12.1%, 2D 8.6%
- #39 Magicite
73% matchVery Positive85% of 7,591 reviews2014
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Explore, craft, and survive in this Multiplayer RPG Platformer with permanent death! Featuring many Rogue-like elements, Magicite randomly generates each underground dungeon for you and your friends to delve deep into.
Why similar: Perma Death 17.3%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Roguelike 14.2%, Platformer 10.6%, Co-op 8.2%
- #40 PROJECT TACHYON
71% matchVery Positive86% of 145 reviews2025
Dev: STUDIO N9Pub: HIKE Inc.
Windows
An exhilarating run-and-gun action shooting game based on a Roguelite! Travel through time with Sigma to thwart the uprising of artificial intelligence and fight for the future!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 16%, Robots 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Roguelike 11.8%, Roguelite 10.5%
- #41 Iconoclasts
72% matchVery Positive86% of 5,010 reviews2018
Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.7%, Platformer 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Action 7.2%
- #42 Catacomb Kids
73% matchVery Positive87% of 628 reviews2015
Dev: FourbitFriday
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Catacomb Kids is a brutal platformer roguelike that pits you against the deadly Catacombs aided only by magic, steel, and your quick reflexes. Traverse procedurally generated dungeons and hack, slash, burn, and blast your way through hordes of things that want to kill you.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.9%, Roguelite 21.9%, Procedural Generation 12%, Platformer 11.9%, Local Co-Op 6.9%
- #43 Rusted Moss
70% matchVery Positive89% of 1,694 reviews2023
Dev: EmlisePub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Rusted Moss is a twin-stick shooter metroidvania where you sling around the map with your grapple, blasting your way through witches and rusted machine monstrosities alike. This wasteland once harboring mankind has since fallen, and Fae long forgotten now knock on humanity's door...
Why similar: Platformer 31.8%, 2D Platformer 22.6%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 12%, 2D 6.4%
- #44 Roguelands
73% matchVery Positive80% of 3,732 reviews2016
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Embark on an epic journey in this hardcore Multiplayer RPG! As a Galactic Cadet, you and your Combat Squad of friends must brave hostile worlds in search of valuable loot and resources. Craft powerful gear, slay otherworldly creatures, and save the galaxy.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.8%, Roguelike 14.7%, Perma Death 8.9%, Co-op 8.6%, Roguelite 8%
- #45 Hive Jump
74% matchMixed68% of 372 reviews2017
Dev: Graphite Lab
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
HIVE JUMP is a sci-fi action platformer for 1-4 players blending run ‘n gun gameplay with roguelike elements.
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.9%, Procedural Generation 13.4%, Platformer 13.2%, Roguelike 12.9%, Local Co-Op 10.9%
- #46 Foregone
71% matchVery Positive82% of 1,402 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.4%, Platformer 19.1%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Roguelike 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #47 Roboquest
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 24,341 reviews2023
Dev: RyseUp Studios
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Roboquest is a fast FPS Roguelite in a scorched futureworld. You're a rebooted Guardian, ready to kick some metal ass! Fight with your buddy or by yourself and annihilate hordes of deadly bots in ever-changing environments.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.9%, Roguelite 19.7%, Perma Death 17%, Co-op 12.8%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #48 Fury Unleashed
71% matchVery Positive87% of 2,908 reviews2020
Dev: Awesome Games Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.1%, Perma Death 15.4%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Roguelike 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #49 Aura of Worlds
69% matchVery Positive91% of 151 reviews2024
Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Aura of Worlds is a chaotic, creative tactics rogue-lite platformer. Explore multiple dangerous worlds where you utilize creative abilities & wield the environment to your advantage. Blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths & outwit powerful guardians!
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.6%, Roguelike 13.1%, Action Roguelike 12.6%, Platformer 12%, Procedural Generation 11.4%
- #50 Super Alloy Ranger
70% matchVery Positive91% of 405 reviews2022
Dev: Alloy MushroomPub: Neverland Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Super Alloy Ranger is a 2D side-scrolling action game. Play as Marksman Kelly or Combat Robot No.2 to challenge different levels within the dangerous Machine Empire and unlock new weapons. Use Kelly’s shooting and No.2’s deathblows to defeat abnormal Machine Bosses!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.4%, Sci-fi 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.9%, Action 12.8%, Female Protagonist 5.7%
- #51 One Step From Eden
68% matchVery Positive93% of 7,656 reviews2020
Dev: Thomas Moon KangPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Build a powerful deck, cast spells on the fly, battle evolving enemies, find game-changing artifacts, make friends or make enemies, just make it to Eden.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.6%, Roguelite 18.5%, Roguelike 14.3%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, Female Protagonist 10.8%
- #52 Spelunky
69% matchVery Positive92% of 16,651 reviews2013
Dev: Mossmouth
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Spelunky is a unique platformer with randomized levels that offer a challenging new experience each time you play. Journey deep underground and explore fantastic places filled with all manner of monsters, traps, and treasure.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.5%, Platformer 20.2%, Roguelike 17.2%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, Procedural Generation 9.5%
- #53 Axiom Verge 2
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 971 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.1%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Platformer 17.6%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Sci-fi 8.9%
- #54 Spiritfall
66% matchVery Positive93% of 1,984 reviews2024
Dev: Gentle GiantPub: Team17
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Spiritfall is a fast-paced Action Roguelite with combat inspired by Platform Fighters. Slash, smash, launch, and wall-splat a multitude of enemies using an ever-changing arsenal of divine powers.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.2%, Roguelite 16.7%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Roguelike 13.3%, Platformer 12.7%
- #55 Jetboard Joust
69% matchVery Positive83% of 104 reviews2020
Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!
Why similar: Perma Death 18.7%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Action Roguelike 13.9%, Roguelite 11.9%, Roguelike 10.1%
- #56 COLLAPSED
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 183 reviews2019
Dev: Glaive Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Collapsed is a post-apocalyptic roguelike action-platformer. Hunt your prey through vast procedurally-generated levels filled with tough enemies, useful loot and experience points. Fight alone or with a friend – either way, it won’t be easy!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.6%, Roguelite 27.2%, Platformer 11.2%, Co-op 11%, Procedural Generation 8.1%
- #57 Portal Dungeon
66% matchVery Positive88% of 1,197 reviews2023
Dev: Dusk Dog Studio
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Portal Dungeon is a side-scrolling Roguelite adventure game that supports up to 4 players in co-op mode. You control an adventurer as you and your friends bravely set out to find the last portal in this world. Go forth! Defeat powerful enemies! Save the world!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.6%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Roguelite 13.1%, Roguelike 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.5%
- #58 Million Depth
64% matchVery Positive94% of 710 reviews2025
Dev: Cyber Space BiotopePub: PLAYISM
Windows
Craft original weapons and engage in strategic time-freezing battles as you dive into the million-floor deep underground world of this deep-diving action strategy game.
Why similar: Perma Death 24.6%, Action Roguelike 19.3%, Roguelite 14.6%, Roguelike 12.1%, Female Protagonist 10.9%
- #59 Ants Took My Eyeball
66% matchVery Positive93% of 261 reviews2024
Dev: Bosmic Forge
Windows
Ants Took My Eyeball is a 2D action platformer roguelite. Descend into an ever-changing ant hill, fight your way through hordes of insects with a variety of weapons, face formidable bosses and ultimately find your stolen eyeball.
Why similar: Perma Death 15.6%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Roguelite 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Procedural Generation 9.7%
- #60 Metal Bringer
64% matchVery Positive88% of 1,163 reviews2025
Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.7%, Roguelite 24.6%, Robots 23.8%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Action 5%