- #1 Super Fantasy Kingdom
97% matchVery Positive87% of 5,669 reviews2025
Dev: Super Fantasy GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rebuild your kingdom and explore a vibrant fantasy world in this roguelite city builder. Defeat hordes of monsters with a unique team of defenders as you harvest, build, mine, cook, brew, and grow. But if your defenses should fail, be prepared to watch it all burn!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 14.5% ★, Card Battler 9.9%, Deckbuilding 9.2%, Turn-Based 8.6%, Card Game 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines kingdom management with roguelike deckbuilding elements to create a similar sense of growth and defense.
- #2 The King is Watching
96% matchVery Positive89% of 9,652 reviews2025
Dev: HypnoheadPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The King is Watching is a roguelite kingdom builder. Rule by the power of your royal gaze! Decide between producing resources, training armies, or balancing both, while adapting to unique events every run
Why similar: Deckbuilding 26.6%, Roguelike 26.2%, Roguelite 21.3%, Fantasy 13.8%, Strategy 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on kingdom management and roguelike survival, mirroring the thematic core of the seed game.
- #3 Ratropolis
96% matchVery Positive88% of 5,498 reviews2020
Dev: Cassel Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A fusion of roguelite, tower defense, city-building, and deck-building! We created a new kind of real time strategy game filled with addictive and fast-paced gameplay. Create your deck, defend your city, and build the largest Ratropolis in history!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 14.2% ★, Card Battler 14%, Mouse Only 13.8% ★, Deckbuilding 13.1%, Card Game 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced card-based kingdom defense game that emphasizes quick decision-making and strategic expansion.
- #4 Against the Storm
94% matchVery Positive95% of 35,994 reviews2023
Dev: Eremite GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization's last survivors.
Why similar: Roguelite 58.3%, Strategy 33.3%, Singleplayer 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A masterful roguelite city-builder that perfectly captures the tension of managing an empire under constant pressure.
- #5 ORX
95% matchMixed69% of 674 reviews2022
Dev: johnbellPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
A new take on tower-defence and deckbuilding roguelike genres. ORX is like playing Carcassonne with your table on fire. Build your perfect deck, use powerful artefacts, master 3 unique factions. Prove that you are the King of your castle!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.5% ★, Mouse Only 16% ★, Turn-Based 10.8%, Deckbuilding 10.7%, Card Game 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Blends tower defense with deckbuilding to create a unique experience of building and defending your territory.
- #6 Monster Train
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,834 reviews2020
Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.
Why similar: Card Battler 17.4%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 16.3% ★, Deckbuilding 13.1%, Card Game 12.4%, Roguelite 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features lane-based tactical combat and deep deckbuilding mechanics that mirror the strategic depth found in 9 Kings.
- #7 Just King
93% matchVery Positive89% of 1,485 reviews2023
Dev: VISH
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Just King is an action auto-battler with roguelike elements. Assemble your party to venture into different lands fighting fearsome kings and their deadly armies. Use your loot to hire and upgrade mighty heroes... or the bard.
Why similar: Deckbuilding 28.5%, Roguelite 21.4%, Roguelike 18.5%, Strategy 10.6%, Fantasy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: An auto-battler roguelite that emphasizes tactical party composition and kingdom-themed progression.
- #8 Slay the Spire
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 213,462 reviews2019
Dev: Mega Crit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 67.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 25.1% ★, Card Battler 15.3%, Card Game 13.2%, Deckbuilding 10.4%, Turn-Based 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: The quintessential roguelike deckbuilder that provides the gold standard for card-based combat and build variety.
- #9 Necroking
91% matchVery Positive81% of 901 reviews2024
Dev: KORO.GAMESPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Necroking is a turn-based tactics roguelite with vast deckbuilding. You play as a Master of Necromancy. Build your skulls deck, raise skeletons and other scum to defeat settlements desecrated by life.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.9% ★, Deckbuilding 15.2%, Card Battler 14.1%, Card Game 13.4%, Procedural Generation 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game with deckbuilding elements that focuses on army management and tactical positioning.
- #10 Throne of Bone
91% matchVery Positive86% of 329 reviews2025
Dev: Windmill Slam
Windows · Mac
Draft minions to defeat all who oppose the noble art of necromancy. Wield spells, discover dark relics, and reclaim your castle to unite the land through undeath in this unholy amalgam of roguelike, deckbuilder, and autobattler.
Why similar: Card Battler 15.7%, Deckbuilding 13.1%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 12.7% ★, Card Game 11.4%, Roguelike 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A necromancy-themed auto-battler and deckbuilder that shares the strategic, turn-based combat feel of 9 Kings.
- #11 Die in the Dungeon
89% matchVery Positive92% of 3,224 reviews2026
Dev: ATICOPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Fight your way through a mysterious dungeon in this deck-building, turn-based roguelike game where you don't use cards, but dice! Deal with enemies by combining powerful dice on your board, boost their effects with magical relics, and risk it all hoping for a good roll on unexpected encounters.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 13.1% ★, Mouse Only 12.1% ★, Card Battler 9%, Deckbuilding 8.3%, Card Game 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A unique roguelike deckbuilder that replaces traditional cards with dice-based mechanics for a fresh tactical experience.
- #12 Stacklands
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 29,480 reviews2022
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Stacklands is a village builder where you stack cards to collect food, build structures, and fight creatures. 🃏 For example, dragging a Villager card on top of a Berry Bush card will spawn Berry cards which the villagers can eat to survive. 🃏 Play your cards right and expand your village!
Why similar: Card Game 27.1%, Card Battler 26.1%, Deckbuilding 15.9%, Roguelite 14.4%, Strategy 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A card-based village builder that forces you to manage resources and expand your civilization through clever deck management.
- #13 Breachway
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,404 reviews2024
Dev: Edgeflow StudioPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore the galaxy in this deckbuilding, sci-fi roguelike where ship upgrades and crew management are key to your survival. Optimize resource generation, engage in intense turn-based battles, and take on ever-growing threats as you seek out The Signal.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 13.3% ★, Mouse Only 11.6% ★, Card Battler 9%, Deckbuilding 8.5%, Card Game 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A space-themed strategy deckbuilder that emphasizes ship management and tactical combat encounters.
- #14 Wildfrost
88% matchVery Positive83% of 8,698 reviews2023
Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Take on the elements in Wildfrost, a tactical roguelike deckbuilder! Journey across a frozen tundra, collecting cards strong enough to banish the eternal winter…
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.9% ★, Card Battler 14.3%, Deckbuilding 11%, Card Game 10.6%, Turn-Based 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical card-battler with a focus on positioning and synergy that matches the difficulty and depth of the seed game.
- #15 Shogun Showdown
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,740 reviews2024
Dev: RoboatinoPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Shogun Showdown is a turn-based combat game with rogue-like and deck-building elements. Position yourself and attack at the right time, upgrade your tiles and combo them to get ready to face the Shogun!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21% ★, Turn-Based 14.2%, Deckbuilding 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Roguelike 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that uses card-like mechanics to deliver intense, strategic combat encounters.
- #16 Hadean Tactics
87% matchVery Positive89% of 1,887 reviews2023
Dev: Emberfish Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Hadean Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding game fused with autobattler elements to create a unique strategy experience. Use your cards to influence the actions of your units and help your Hero defeat the Six Wings of Hell!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.6% ★, Card Battler 13.1%, Deckbuilding 11.2%, Card Game 10.5%, Dungeon Crawler 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An auto-battler deckbuilder that emphasizes tactical placement and synergy-heavy card play.
- #17 Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers
86% matchVery Positive82% of 3,382 reviews2024
Dev: Purple Moss CollectorsPub: Yogscast Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Battle your way through a seedy tavern filled with gambling addicted townspeople in this Blackjack Roguelike Adventure. From aces and face cards to tarot cards, business cards and more, create your unique deck to beat the house.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.9% ★, Deckbuilding 13.1%, Card Battler 12.8%, Card Game 12%, Roguelike 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A blackjack-inspired roguelike deckbuilder that offers a fast-paced and highly addictive combat loop.
- #18 SpellRogue
84% matchVery Positive87% of 1,603 reviews2025
Dev: Guidelight GamesPub: Ghost Ship Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
SpellRogue is the ultimate tactical turn-based roguelike! Draft from over 350 powerful spells to assemble the perfect combination and crush your enemies in 70+ unique encounters. Face brutal choices, adapt to impossible odds, and strike back at the horrors that destroyed the world.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.1% ★, Deckbuilding 13.9%, Card Battler 11.5%, Turn-Based 10.3%, Card Game 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A dice-based roguelike that provides complex strategic choices similar to card-based deckbuilders.
- #19 Vault of the Void
85% matchVery Positive92% of 2,966 reviews2022
Dev: Spider Nest Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Vault of the Void is a fast-paced roguelike deckbuilder where the power is in your hands. Continuously customise your deck, crafting powerful combos and ingenious strategies. Upgrade your cards with Void Stones, infusing them with new abilities to help defeat the minions of The Void!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.3% ★, Card Battler 13.8%, Deckbuilding 13.3%, Card Game 11.4%, Procedural Generation 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep strategic deckbuilding with a focus on player agency and tactical combat decisions.
- #20 Dungeon Clawler
79% matchVery Positive89% of 3,740 reviews2026
Dev: Stray Fawn StudioPub: Stray Fawn Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Dungeon Clawler is a Roguelike Claw Machine Deckbuilder. Build your deck, grab weapons and items from the claw machine to battle enemies, discover powerful perks that create game-changing synergies and unleash crazy combos as you fight your way through the dungeon!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26.4% ★, Deckbuilding 14.1%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Procedural Generation 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite dungeon crawler that uses claw machine mechanics to influence combat outcomes.
- #21 Castle Morihisa
84% matchMixed68% of 448 reviews2022
Dev: Smokingbear StudioPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
"Castle Morihisa" is a roguelike featuring strategic deckbuilder. You need to build up your deck through constant battles, acquire powerful talents, and wield the power of the Fallen Heroes to unveil the truth behind the rebellion in Castle Morihisa.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19% ★, Card Battler 12.6%, Turn-Based 11%, Dungeon Crawler 9.1%, Card Game 9%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelike deckbuilder that offers a variety of character classes and tactical combat options.
- #22 Novus Orbis
81% matchVery Positive91% of 112 reviews2025
Dev: Seizo GamesPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
A combo-based deckbuilding roguelike through a space-time loop: collect cards, receive blessings, add pets to your party, and grow stronger. Chain together cards in the right order for max power, and act before the enemy does. Build synergistic decks, find many secrets, and make BIG numbers!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 18.9% ★, Deckbuilding 11.7%, Card Battler 11.1%, Turn-Based 10.2%, Card Game 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelike deckbuilder that focuses on strategic card play and branching paths for high replayability.
- #23 Cobalt Core
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,240 reviews2023
Dev: Rocket Rat GamesPub: Brace Yourself Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A sci-fi roguelike deckbuilder with a deep new single-axis spin on tactics games! Dodge missiles, line up your cannons, and blast 'em out of the sky... Then get to the bottom of these time loops, before it's too late!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 38.6% ★, Card Game 19.8%, Roguelike 13.2%, Deckbuilding 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi deckbuilder that focuses on positioning and tactical movement to overcome challenging encounters.
- #24 Across the Obelisk
82% matchVery Positive81% of 12,889 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamsite GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 20.1 hrsMean: 53.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 18.3% ★, Card Battler 12.3%, Deckbuilding 11.1%, Turn-Based 11.1%, Card Game 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based deckbuilder that emphasizes strategic synergy and cooperative-style combat progression.
- #25 As We Descend
80% matchVery Positive87% of 1,226 reviews2025
Dev: Box DragonPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The apocalyptic roguelike deckbuilder with squad sculpting and deep tactics. Recruit the right units and outmaneuver titanic foes on dangerous expeditions. Build up allies and resources in the feudal Vault-City. Can you survive all the perils that await the last bastion of humanity?
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24.8% ★, Card Battler 15.8%, Deckbuilding 14.2%, Card Game 13.3%, Roguelike 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelike deckbuilder that emphasizes unit management and challenging combat scenarios.
- #26 Blood Card
83% matchVery Positive81% of 722 reviews2019
Dev: Pixel Cattle Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
This card game combines elements of roguelike and deckbuilding. During the game, you shall strive ahead, gathering cards to build a unique deck and use it to defeat the enemies getting in your way. You will have to choose between escaping or try to defeat Death, who is relentlessly pursuing you.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 18.4% ★, Card Battler 13.7%, Deckbuilding 10.4%, Turn-Based 9.6%, Card Game 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist roguelike deckbuilder that focuses on core mechanics and high-stakes combat.
- #27 Fate Hunters
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 875 reviews2019
Dev: Tower Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Fate Hunters is a hardcore mix of strategy card battles and a roguelike adventure. Build your deck, explore the dangerous dark fantasy world and face fearsome foes! Risk your life to get powerful treasures!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 30% ★, Card Battler 17.5%, Deckbuilding 14%, Card Game 13.3%, Roguelike 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A strategic card-battler that emphasizes risk-reward mechanics and deck customization.
- #28 Balatro
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 191,750 reviews2024
Dev: LocalThunkPub: Playstack
Windows · Mac
Median: 20.6 hrsMean: 47.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.7% ★, Card Game 14.5%, Deckbuilding 12.8%, Roguelike 9.3%, Turn-Based 8.7%
- #29 He is Coming
77% matchVery Positive85% of 3,840 reviews2025
Dev: ChronoclePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Deep in the forgotten corners of the world, a dark force stirs – the Demon King rises once more. Sharpen your wits, seek out powerful artifacts, and stand firm in the face of the apocalypse in this roguelite RPG auto battler.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 16.2% ★, Card Battler 11.1%, Deckbuilding 10.5%, Card Game 9.5%, Dungeon Crawler 8.8%
- #30 Tainted Grail: Conquest
79% matchVery Positive90% of 8,213 reviews2021
Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A unique, infinitely replayable, story-driven hybrid between a deck-building Roguelike and an RPG game. Explore the ever-changing maps, fight with deadly enemies, and learn what happened to the cursed island of Avalon.
Why similar: Deckbuilding 21%, Card Game 18.5%, Turn-Based 16.8%, Card Battler 12.7%, Roguelike 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy deckbuilder that features deep character progression and strategic combat mechanics.
- #31 Slay the Spire 2
76% matchMixed62% of 165,145 reviews2026
Dev: Mega Crit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 39.3 hrsMean: 58.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
The iconic roguelike deckbuilder returns. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, and discover relics of immense power in Slay the Spire 2!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.1% ★, Deckbuilding 14.7%, Card Game 14.4%, Roguelike 10.5%, Card Battler 9.5%
- #32 Poker Quest: Swords and Spades
78% matchVery Positive87% of 718 reviews2022
Dev: Playsaurus
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: Roguelike Deckbuilder 18.4% ★, Deckbuilding 11.5%, Card Game 11%, Card Battler 10.4%, Turn-Based 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A unique card-based roguelike that uses poker hands to drive tactical combat and exploration.
- #33 Infinite Cards
75% matchVery Positive97% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: Tubby Turtle Studios
Windows
Discover infinite cards in this roguelike deckbuilder. Every card is unique, every run a new experience. Craft, combine, and build your deck completely freely to defeat enemies and bosses, or take on cleverly designed puzzle challenges!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 25.2% ★, Card Game 12.8%, Deckbuilding 11.9%, Card Battler 10.7%, Procedural Generation 9.4%
- #34 Floppy Knights
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 404 reviews2022
Dev: Rose City Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Meet the Floppy Knights: tangible projections summoned from floppy disks! Tactics fuse with card game mechanics as Phoebe and Carlton, a brilliant young inventor & her robot-arm bestie, square off in turn-based battles. Select your Knights, hone your deck, and execute your strategy for victory!
Why similar: Card Battler 20.7%, Deckbuilding 19.7%, Turn-Based 16.2%, Card Game 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical card-based strategy game that blends deckbuilding with grid-based movement and combat.
- #35 Inkborn
75% matchVery Positive81% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Acram Digital
Windows · Mac
Inkborn is a roguelike deckbuilder with a card system built around chaining Glyph-based combos. Sequence your cards in tactical combat to unleash impactful effects. Customize your Skill Tree before each run, evolve new abilities and uncover the hidden story of a world folded in ink, metal and paper.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.1% ★, Card Battler 12.8%, Deckbuilding 11.7%, Card Game 11.3%, Turn-Based 11.3%
- #36 Deathless. The Hero Quest
74% matchVery Positive88% of 1,012 reviews2024
Dev: 1C Game StudiosPub: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
Windows
Median: 5.4 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: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.2% ★, Mouse Only 11.2% ★, Card Battler 10.3%, Deckbuilding 10%, Card Game 8.9%
- #37 Escape the Dynasty
73% matchVery Positive87% of 68 reviews2026
Dev: CoolStar Games
Windows
A Roguelike Deckbuilder meets Turn-Based Auto-Battler! Trapped in a dark Three Kingdoms tower, command your army on a strategic 3x10 grid. Equip cards with unique "Wine" skills, master the Art of War, and make crucial choices in random events. Break the seal and Escape the Dynasty!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.4% ★, Card Battler 14.7%, Deckbuilding 14.2%, Card Game 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%
- #38 Knock on the Coffin Lid
73% matchVery Positive84% of 2,871 reviews2024
Dev: RedBoon
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Investigate your own death, find ways to break free from a time loop, choose a hero who will ascend to the throne and rule the Northern gate! The fates of whole nations of the land of Midian depend on your choices.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 15.5% ★, Mouse Only 14.3% ★, Card Battler 10.7%, Turn-Based 9.8%, Deckbuilding 9.6%
- #39 Northwind
71% matchVery Positive86% of 80 reviews2025
Dev: Barking Kitten Interactive
Windows
Northwind is a monster-hunting roguelite deckbuilder with a tug-of-war combat twist, card crafting, and a mana management system inspired by Magic: The Gathering.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.5% ★, Card Battler 12.6%, Deckbuilding 10.9%, Card Game 10.6%, Turn-Based 7.8%
- #40 DREAMGATE
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 94 reviews2020
Dev: Confirmed Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dreamgate is a unique hardcore mix of deck building card battler, roguelite adventure and RPG. Build your deck, explore the Dreamgate world and defeat fearsome foes!
Why similar: Card Battler 12.5%, Card Game 11.1%, Mouse Only 10.6% ★, Deckbuilding 8.9%, Turn-Based 8.5%
- #41 Monster Train 2
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 9,660 reviews2025
Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Big Fan Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.3 hrsMean: 40.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Monster Train returns with all new clans, new enemy factions, new challenges, new modes and more! Defend your Pyre in the classic three-tiered, vertical gameplay that made the original roguelike deckbuilder a hit.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 30% ★, Deckbuilding 18.1%, Card Game 16.8%, Roguelike 11.3%, Procedural Generation 6%
- #42 Three Kingdom: The Journey
72% matchVery Positive82% of 245 reviews2023
Dev: Senmu StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Craft a legendary deck and lead your troops to protect the Kingdom for the glory of the Han Dynasty in this fast-paced deck-building strategy roguelike. The Kingdom is on the verge of disaster against the Yellow Turbans rebellion, and only you – and your skills as a general – stand in their way!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.6% ★, Card Battler 15.8%, Deckbuilding 14.8%, Card Game 12.6%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #43 Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,475 reviews2026
Dev: poncle
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
From the creators of Vampire Survivors comes a turbo-charged, turn-based roguelite deckbuilder! Deal world-ending combos, blitz through infested dungeons, and master the Turboturn to obliterate hordes of familiar foes with a chaotic hand of cards.
Why similar: Card Battler 23.6%, Deckbuilding 15.6%, Dungeon Crawler 13.4%, Card Game 13%, Roguelike 8.4%
- #44 Banners of Ruin
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,191 reviews2021
Dev: MonteBearoPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Assemble your party. Answer the call. Win the war. Build a deck and fight a series of turn-based combats with up to 6 party characters through the city of Dawn's Point. Each character can unlock a set of unique cards and abilities that can augment your deck in powerful, exciting ways.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.1% ★, Mouse Only 12.5% ★, Card Battler 11.4%, Turn-Based 10.1%, Deckbuilding 9.9%
- #45 Overlooting
69% matchVery Positive81% of 1,377 reviews2025
Dev: Posing Possums
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Adapt your strategy to a skill tree that changes every run, combine pieces of equipment to form powerful synergies and create a game-changing build capable of defeating the bosses that will try to stop you. In this Inventory Management Roguelike two games never feel the same!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 14.2% ★, Roguelite 13.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Roguelike 12.4%
- #46 Thronefall
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,974 reviews2024
Dev: GrizzlyGamesPub: Mythwright
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A minimalist game about building and defending your little kingdom.
Why similar: Strategy 58.8%, Fantasy 28.3%, Indie 6.6%, Singleplayer 6.2%
- #47 Cross Blitz
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,604 reviews2025
Dev: Tako Boy Studios LLCPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Cross Blitz is a unique RPG deckbuilder featuring fast-paced tactical combat with loads of cards to collect and synergies to wield. Explore, level up, craft new cards and build the perfect decks as you carve your own path to victory!
Why similar: Card Battler 20.5%, Deckbuilding 20%, Card Game 17.2%, Roguelite 12%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%
- #48 Loop Hero
69% matchVery Positive93% of 36,230 reviews2021
Dev: Four QuartersPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.2 hrsMean: 28.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero.
Why similar: Deckbuilding 28.2%, Card Game 21.9%, Roguelike 18%, Roguelite 16.5%, Fantasy 7.9%
- #49 Acolyte of the Altar
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 102 reviews2024
Dev: Black Kite Games
Windows
Hunt through the wastelands for colossal Beasts in this roguelike deckbuilder. Beware! Beasts grow stronger during battle, allowing them to consume your creatures or counter your spells. Carve profane Gifts from these behemoths and grow stronger to serve your Patron! But serve them to what end?
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.8% ★, Mouse Only 13% ★, Card Battler 11.8%, Deckbuilding 10.1%, Card Game 9.9%
- #50 Kingdom's Deck
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 469 reviews2025
Dev: Ivan AcoPub: Rogue Duck Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Build by day, defend by night! Kingdom's Deck is a card-based city builder where you build and protect your Kingdom from the enemy siege. Build your deck, deploy your cards wisely, defend your walls, manage your resources, and respond to various events that will shape your Kingdom!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 46.3% ★, Card Game 26.7%, Roguelike 13.9%, Strategy 6.8%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #51 Roguebook
69% matchVery Positive84% of 4,468 reviews2021
Dev: Abrakam Entertainment SAPub: Nacon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Embrace the challenge of a roguelike deckbuilder with unique mechanics from the developers of Faeria and Richard Garfield, creator of Magic: The Gathering™. Build a team of two heroes, unleash powerful combos and defeat the legends of the Roguebook!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 15.9% ★, Deckbuilding 11.9%, Card Battler 11.6%, Turn-Based 11.2%, Card Game 10.8%
- #52 Gambonanza
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,254 reviews2026
Dev: BlukuléléPub: Sidekick Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Gambonanza is a turn-based chess roguelike, set on a tiny board with higher stakes. Master tactical twists, invest your winnings and discover new rule-bending Gambits, tile and piece combinations. Face off against challenging bosses and get lost in all the ways you can break traditional chess!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.5% ★, Deckbuilding 15.9%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Difficult 10.1%, Roguelike 9.9%
- #53 Overdungeon
70% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,103 reviews2019
Dev: Pocketpair
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A completely new style real-time card battle "Overdungeon" Overdungeon combines rogue-like, tower defense and card games. More than 100 cards are Attack, Animal, Building, Spell, Trap, etc..Build your creative and crazy deck!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24% ★, Card Battler 15.1%, Deckbuilding 13.2%, Card Game 11.3%, Roguelite 8%
- #54 Destiny or Fate
73% matchMixed56% of 485 reviews2019
Dev: BlasterPub: GameNet
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Destiny or Fate is a deck-building roguelite game. Choose a hero, build a deck and a party of mythical creatures, and set out on an endless adventure! Are you ready to make your own destiny, or will you succumb to an evil fate?
Why similar: Mouse Only 13.1% ★, Roguelike Deckbuilder 11.9% ★, Card Battler 10.2%, Deckbuilding 8.9%, Turn-Based 8.8%
- #55 Ancient Gods
70% matchMixed63% of 302 reviews2022
Dev: Hexpion
Windows
Ancient Gods is a fusion of hero collector and deck-building rogue-lite where you collect your character, fight, and experience exciting events. Any character can use all the cards, combine them with the character's passive for ultimate power on your exploration.
Why similar: Card Battler 14%, Turn-Based 11%, Dungeon Crawler 9.8%, Card Game 9.7%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 8.8% ★
- #56 DIMENSION REIGN - ROGUELIKE DECKBUILDER
71% matchMixed69% of 231 reviews2020
Dev: ScopeNext Inc
Windows
Dimension Reign is a roguelike deckbuilder where players control two characters at once to defeat hordes of enemies in an ever-changing landscape. Draw your abilities from your deck, and chain multiple breaks together to decimate entire screens of enemies before they can even get in a hit.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.6% ★, Card Battler 14.7%, Deckbuilding 12.6%, Card Game 11.9%, Turn-Based 11.7%
- #57 Rogue Hex
65% matchVery Positive89% of 260 reviews2025
Dev: Topstitch Games
Windows · Mac
Play your cards right to conquer the world in the Roguelite 4x. Explore mysterious lands, survive against the barbarian horde, and grow your stone age empire into the stars!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 31.5% ★, Deckbuilding 17.3%, Card Game 12.6%, Card Battler 12.2%, Roguelike 11.6%
- #58 DICEOMANCER
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,524 reviews2024
Dev: 超厚皮猪猪 Ultra Piggy StudioPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
DICEOMANCER is a roguelike deck-building game. Though you long for a peaceful life, you're forced to embark on an adventure. In this world of swords, magic, and guns, make good use of your dice and deck to find a way back to tranquility! What can the dice be used for? To change... anything.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.5% ★, Card Battler 18.7%, Card Game 17.8%, Deckbuilding 14.5%, Roguelike 9%
