- #1 7th Domain:Tree of Chaos
97% matchVery Positive86% of 431 reviews2024
Dev: Lightimpact
Windows
"7th Domain" is a horizontal version action game derived from Roguelike Metroidvania combined with treasure grinding gameplay. You will play a child of destiny who repairs the world and finds the truth of the broken world. You will grow in battle and challenge the unknown and hidden forces.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Action Roguelike 13.9%, RPG 13.6%, Hack and Slash 6.8%
- #2 Void Memory
96% matchMixed67% of 230 reviews2017
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, RPG 20.1%, Action 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Adventure 8.2%
- #3 Chasm
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,617 reviews2018
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.7%, RPG 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Action 7.4%, Adventure 4.9%
- #4 HunterX: code name T
94% matchVery Positive88% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, RPG 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Action 9.7%
- #5 Abyss The Forgotten Past: Prologue
95% matchMixed63% of 158 reviews2020
Dev: OWG StudiosPub: Sedoc LLC
Windows
Play as Leonnor who sets out on a journey to discover everything about his past and his world, things are not always what they seem! Learn special abilities, battle monsters and encounter celestial beings as you explore this beautifically crafted pixel world. This prologue starts a epic journey...
Why similar: RPG 28.5%, Pixel Graphics 23.8%, Magic 19.9%, Action 18.8%, Adventure 8.3%
- #6 FOUNTAINS
94% matchVery Positive84% of 443 reviews2024
Dev: John Pywell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, RPG 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
- #7 bit Dungeon
93% matchVery Positive88% of 189 reviews2019
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows
bitDungeon combines randomized loot and fast action combat, explore randomized dungeons and hack and slash your way through dangerous bosses. The difficultly increases as you become stronger and stronger. Build your character how you want with deadly passive abilities.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 46.9%, RPG 22.9%, Action 16.3%, Adventure 9.7%, Indie 4.2%
- #8 The Doors That Led to Nowhere
90% matchVery Positive94% of 102 reviews2024
Dev: SoloCap Games
Windows · Mac
Wake up lost in a void of darkness. With no other option, press onward through cryptic dimensional doors, wielding a mysterious blade created by the fallen entities that came long before you in this heart-pounding First Person RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, RPG 20%, Action 15.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Adventure 9.1%
- #9 Inexistence
91% matchMixed66% of 371 reviews2016
Dev: Jonathan BRASSAUD
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Discover a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.1%, Action 22.2%, RPG 16.5%, Adventure 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%
- #10 3000th Duel
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 623 reviews2019
Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Dark Fantasy 18.5%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Action 8.4%, RPG 7.5%
- #11 Treasure Adventure Game
89% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2021
Dev: Robit Games
Windows
Treasure Adventure Game casts you in the role of a young boy who lands on an island that is a fragment of what was once a continent, destroyed in the war between a demon and a wizard.
Why similar: Metroidvania 75.3%, Action 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Adventure 5.4%, Indie 1.4%
- #12 Moonlight Traveler
88% matchMixed55% of 55 reviews2025
Dev: Blueprint Core
Windows
This is an action game focused on combat, where a girl returns from the abyss to explore her own secrets and redemption, until the end of an eternal battle to see if she can break free from the shackles of fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, RPG 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%
- #13 An Amazing Wizard
86% matchVery Positive85% of 145 reviews2025
Dev: Tiny Goblins
Windows · Mac · Linux
An Amazing Wizard is a 2D fast-paced metroidvania-inspired spell-slinging roguelike where you'll create spells. Master 7 elements and merge 120 unique spells in any order to create endless possibilities. Choose from 250+ perks and 200 artifacts. Collect your lost memories and reclaim true name!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, RPG 9%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #14 Emberbane
86% matchMixed49% of 95 reviews2026
Dev: Hamlet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Dark Fantasy 17%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Action 7.3%
- #15 Netherworld Covenant
84% matchVery Positive80% of 657 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25%, Dark Fantasy 22.3%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, RPG 13.7%, Action 10%
- #16 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
85% matchVery Positive85% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Action 10.6%, Adventure 6.8%, Combat 3.7%
- #17 Hollow Survivors: Prologue
83% matchVery Positive93% of 532 reviews2024
Dev: Danny DeerPub: Games Incubator
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version. Battle through hordes of horrific creatures as you hack and slash your way to the top of the Tower in this rogue-like dungeon crawler game. Choose from a variety of upgrades, new weapons, and save the Tower.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.8%, Hack and Slash 22.9%, RPG 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%
- #18 The witch and the bottle of concepts
84% matchMixed64% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: 岛叶游戏Pub: 月光游戏
Windows
A fantasy pixel-style Metroidvania roguelike game. The amnesiac witch picks up her reliable broom and embarks on a journey with Elf companions to defeat the Villain and regain their homeland, unveil the conspiracy. Through the magic mirror, break the 4th wall and find the truth!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 50.2%, RPG 32.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Adventure 4.8%, Indie 2.1%
- #19 Katanaut
81% matchVery Positive90% of 354 reviews2025
Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows
Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #20 Black Myth: Heaven
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: ShaneGame
Windows
Inspired By the well-known rogue-like game Hades, slash out of the God Field all the way down to the Demon Domain and defy The Overlord Thanatos in the Deep Frost Hell in this rogue-like dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.3%, RPG 20.5%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Action 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%
- #21 Transiruby
82% matchVery Positive92% of 290 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Hack and Slash 10.8%, Action 10.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #22 Overbowed
80% matchVery Positive91% of 86 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 6%, Magic 5.7%
- #23 bit Dungeon II
81% matchVery Positive82% of 2,214 reviews2014
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 26.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
bitDungeon II is fast action-adventure game with a giant overworld to explore. You are a spirit in an undead world of demons. Your "loved one's " grave has been desecrated. Fight through these corrupted lands, and bring peace to her soul.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37%, RPG 23.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Action 11.8%, Adventure 7.1%
- #24 Soulbind: Prologue
78% matchVery Positive93% of 160 reviews2024
Dev: Rubedo Games
Windows · Linux
Soulbind: Prologue is an action platformer in the Roguelike genre. The hero is a common skeleton and an outsider. But there is one special feature - you can replace your body parts with parts of your opponents' bodies. Learn the backstory and start your journey in the world of Allaar.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 43.2%, Hack and Slash 30.2%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Action 9.8%, Magic 5.7%
- #25 Nasty Rogue
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 113 reviews2019
Dev: Voxelblade Studio
Windows
Mysterious Dungeon Exploration, Secret Items and Powerful Bosses, Fluid Movement Upgrades. Unique Enemies dropping Epic Loot. Level up your Stats, Enchant your weapons and Armor pieces.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.7%, Hack and Slash 20.1%, RPG 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Magic 11%
- #26 Darxanadon
79% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, RPG 12.5%, Action 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #27 Dungeon Mage
77% matchVery Positive89% of 152 reviews2023
Dev: greenpixels
Windows
Collect, fight and craft: Face the dangers of the shifting dungeon layouts and challenge the fierce bosses within. A completly free community-driven game!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 25.9%, RPG 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Magic 9%
- #28 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
75% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2026
Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
Windows
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, Dark Fantasy 21.1%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, RPG 8%, Action 6.1%
- #29 Nith Realms
77% matchVery Positive82% of 77 reviews2023
Dev: Raptor Studios
Windows
A free-flow action-adventure game with varied realms to travel through. The player will have to defeat powerful bosses and take on dangerous environments in order to obtain the all-powerful elements to take back the Nith.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.9%, Action 27.1%, Combat 15.7%, Adventure 14.9%, Magic 8.3%
- #30 Koboo: The Tree Spirit
76% matchVery Positive85% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Jerome LabellePub: Honest Rogue Games
Windows
Koboo is a fast paced action rogue-lite platformer where you battle against towering hunters as a small tree spirit by attacking their weak points. Forge powerful synergies, explore the Ancient Forest's branching paths, fish, catch bugs and garden to rebuild your home!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.7%, Dark Fantasy 22.4%, Hack and Slash 21.3%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action 8.7%
- #31 Thy Sword
78% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2017
Dev: GamePhase
Windows
Thy Sword is a hack n' slash platformer with procedural levels and roguelike elements. A world of Sword & Sorcery awaits!
Why similar: RPG 43.2%, Action 30.7%, Adventure 18.2%, Indie 7.9%
- #32 The wild darkness
74% matchVery Positive81% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: popeyed inc
Windows
Explore a survival-roguelike RPG set in an unknown and bizarre world. To withstand its many dangers, you'll need to gain new knowledge, scavenge for food, and acquire useful items. Craft, build, and learn your way through a crucial adventure to uncover the world's secrets.
Why similar: RPG 49.6%, Adventure 28.9%, Magic 17.7%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #33 FELLCHASER
73% matchVery Positive89% of 55 reviews2024
Dev: Let'em Cook Games
Windows · Mac
You've stolen Death’s scythe in an attempt to cheat your fate. Now you must escape Purgatory by brewing combo-building potions and reaping hordes of creatures in this hack and slash Roguelike!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.9%, Hack and Slash 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Action 9.8%, Magic 7.4%
- #34 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, RPG 9.9%, Hack and Slash 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #35 Cats, Guns & Robots Prologue
73% matchVery Positive87% of 95 reviews2024
Dev: Mio Games
Windows
Step into an exciting journey in Cats Guns & Robots, a rogue-like action game where you are the last hope for the world. In this outlaw-like action game, surviving enemy attacks in each room will require careful choices of upgrading your character abilities and features of weapons in your inventory.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.9%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, RPG 18.3%, Hack and Slash 14%, Action 10.2%
- #36 Skelethrone: The Prey
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 437 reviews2024
Dev: 70`StrikePub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 30%
This game is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls. Skelethrone: The Prey is a free prequel to the main game, setting the stage for the events that will unfold throughout Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona campaign.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Dark Fantasy 21.3%, RPG 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Action 6.8%
- #37 ReSetna
72% matchVery Positive83% of 174 reviews2025
Dev: Today's GamesPub: Module16
Windows
What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.
Why similar: Metroidvania 76.8%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 7.2%, Indie 3.4%
- #38 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
75% matchMostly Positive71% of 260 reviews2017
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Action 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, RPG 10.3%
- #39 Ruins of Albion
72% matchVery Positive87% of 304 reviews2021
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
Explore the procedurally generated world and test your skills in a fast-paced combat combining ranged and melee attacks. Defeat a variety of different enemies and bosses, fight in the arena, collect upgrades and unlock different arrow and trap abilities in this small rogue-like action-adventure.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.4%, Hack and Slash 24.3%, Magic 12.8%, Combat 11%, Action 9.4%
- #40 Kingsgrave
71% matchMostly Positive80% of 598 reviews2024
Dev: Egg or Chicken GamesPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, RPG 11.5%, Action 9.5%, Adventure 7.5%
- #41 HunterX
71% matchVery Positive84% of 719 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, RPG 10.4%, Action 9%, Hack and Slash 8.8%
- #42 Dissimilated Land
74% matchMixed61% of 180 reviews2018
Dev: Steel WingPub: Ggame Studio
Windows
Dissimilated Land is a roguelike-like action game. In this game, you will play the role of a survivor trapping in the Sedley's ruins. For some reason, you have to take an adventure in an unfamiliar environment, facing dissimilated monsters beyond imagination. Through fighting, you will learn the secret behind this land.
Why similar: RPG 45.5%, Action 33.9%, Adventure 20.6%
- #43 Noreya: The Gold Project
70% matchVery Positive84% of 158 reviews2024
Dev: DreamirlPub: PixelHeart
Windows · Linux
Venture into a frenetic metroidvania and take part in a fight between divinities where you will have to choose between Corrupting Gold and Purifying Light to achieve your ends.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51%, Dark Fantasy 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 7%, Combat 4.5%
- #44 Heroes & Redemption
70% matchVery Positive84% of 78 reviews2024
Dev: Observer Games
Windows · Linux
Heroes & Redemption is a rogue-lite bullet-hell where you face hordes of enemies, annihilate them, learn new abilities and enhance your skills. Explore different regions, acquire new companions and embark on adventures again and again.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.6%, RPG 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Action 10.9%, Magic 8.4%
- #45 Into the Necrovale
68% matchVery Positive86% of 588 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.8%, Hack and Slash 19.3%, RPG 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #46 Striving for Light
68% matchVery Positive80% of 223 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.5%, Hack and Slash 28.4%, RPG 18.6%, Action 8.5%, Adventure 4.6%
- #47 Nine Realms Prologue
70% matchMixed60% of 177 reviews2024
Dev: Meta Sapien Games
Windows
Rule the god of thunder and challenge all the gods of the nine realms! In this Rogue-like, hack and slash game, develop your strategy and skills, subject all the gods who challenge you to your wrath, and become the only god of the universe.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 44%, Action 26.6%, Hack and Slash 24.9%, Indie 2.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #48 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,328 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.3%, Dark Fantasy 22.5%, RPG 12.3%, Action 8.1%, Combat 7.1%
- #49 Nakuma
67% matchVery Positive90% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: Vision Interactive
Windows
Nakuma is a singleplayer RPG with focus on grinding for gear and experience points. Obtain a variety of magical spells, upgrade your gear and invest stat-points as you progress!
Why similar: RPG 43.4%, Pixel Graphics 19.8%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Combat 10.9%, Magic 8.9%
- #50 WarriOrb: Prologue
69% matchVery Positive88% of 399 reviews2019
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.6%, Dark Fantasy 20.8%, RPG 11.6%, Action 7.3%, Adventure 4.5%
- #51 Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted
69% matchMixed66% of 200 reviews2023
Dev: Blackburne Games Yazılım A.Ş.
Windows
Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted is a souls-like game with Enrage mechanic which sets in a Nature themed dark fantasy world. Fight your way from the deepest dungeons to the top of the clouds and save the corrupted nature in this mysterious "pre-human" era-themed epic story.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30.3%, Action Roguelike 26%, RPG 17.5%, Combat 12.1%, Action 11.4%
- #52 Debugging Hero
65% matchVery Positive90% of 260 reviews2025
Dev: Team ETTU
Windows
As the Debugging Hero chosen by the Legendary Sword, you have gained the ability to manipulate character variables! Use this powerful ability to overcome the dungeons blocking your path and defeat the Demon Lord!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.4%, Hack and Slash 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Action 11.1%, Magic 5.4%
- #53 Greed
69% matchMixed67% of 99 reviews2022
Dev: Objectif 3D
Windows
Greed is a roguelite game that invites you to wield multiples weapons and unique spells as you fight unknown enemies through challenging environments.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 44.1%, Hack and Slash 32.8%, Action 17.4%, Singleplayer 3.3%, Indie 2.3%
- #54 Dark Devotion
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,437 reviews2019
Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, RPG 8.8%
- #55 The Tarnishing of Juxtia
67% matchMixed68% of 654 reviews2022
Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 57%
As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Dark Fantasy 22.6%, RPG 12.6%, Action 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
- #56 NETHER HEROES
65% matchVery Positive90% of 759 reviews2024
Dev: MitridanPub: Arakuma Studio
Windows
Immerse yourself in Nether Heroes, an intense action-platform roguelike game. Conquer challenging dungeons, face menacing creatures, and defeat powerful bosses on your epic adventure.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 53.2%, Action 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Adventure 8.1%, Combat 5.6%