- #1 Have a Nice Death
97% matchVery Positive86% of 10,602 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Design StudiosPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.2%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, Dark Humor 14.5%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Roguelike 9%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the dark comedy and underworld theme while offering fast-paced 2D hack-and-slash roguelite combat.
- #2 Skul: The Hero Slayer
96% matchVery Positive93% of 57,146 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.1%, Roguelike 13%, Roguelite 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Hack and Slash 9%
Why You'll Like It: This title features fluid, fast-paced 2D combat with a dark fantasy aesthetic that mirrors the intensity of the seed game.
- #3 Dead Cells
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 180,167 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.2 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: Hack and Slash 19.9%, Action Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 13.5%, Platformer 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: As the definitive 2D action-roguelite, it shares the high-speed combat and platforming intensity found in the seed game.
- #4 Rising Hell
95% matchVery Positive89% of 314 reviews2021
Dev: Tahoe GamesPub: Toge Productions
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Rising Hell is a vertical platformer rogue-lite filled with adrenaline-pumping action and tons of heavy gothic metal shreds. Climb out from the ever-changing hell while you fight hordes of blood-lusting demons.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelite 14.6%, Beat 'em up 13.9%, Roguelike 10.8%, Platformer 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: This vertical action-roguelite captures the dark, demonic atmosphere and relentless pace of fighting through the underworld.
- #5 Katana ZERO
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,917 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.1%, Pixel Graphics 19.3%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Platformer 17.4%, Action 8%
Why You'll Like It: While more linear, its high-speed, one-hit-kill combat and stylish pixel art provide a similar adrenaline-fueled experience.
- #6 Astral Ascent
93% matchVery Positive95% of 8,306 reviews2023
Dev: Hibernian Workshop
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 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: Hack and Slash 22.9%, Action Roguelike 20.9%, Roguelite 15.8%, Roguelike 13.7%, Platformer 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, fast-paced 2D platformer-roguelite that emphasizes high-speed combat and diverse character abilities.
- #7 Blade Assault
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,299 reviews2022
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Blade Assault is a 2D action rogue-lite platformer with beautiful pixel art set in a desolate sci-fi world. Fight against the corrupt military of Esperanza as part of the resistance force of the Undercity. Bring the corrupt to justice by becoming stronger and fighting alongside your trusty comrades.
Why similar: Roguelike 12.9%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 9.8%, Action Roguelike 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-roguelite that shares the focus on high-speed, hack-and-slash combat and platforming.
- #8 Neon Abyss
92% matchVery Positive86% of 23,532 reviews2020
Dev: Veewo GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.4 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: Roguelike 18.4%, Action Roguelike 16%, Platformer 13.5%, Roguelite 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, fast-paced 2D roguelite that focuses on explosive combat and constant progression.
- #9 Spiritfall
91% matchVery Positive93% of 1,914 reviews2024
Dev: Gentle Giant
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.0 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: Hack and Slash 20.1%, Action Roguelike 19.2%, Roguelite 13.8%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Roguelike 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer-roguelite that focuses on fast-paced, combo-heavy combat mechanics.
- #10 Fury Unleashed
91% matchVery Positive87% of 2,857 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: Roguelike 16.8%, Combat 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Roguelite 14.1%, Side Scroller 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, comic-book-inspired 2D roguelite that rewards aggressive, high-speed playstyles.
- #11 Dragon Is Dead
90% matchMostly Positive76% of 690 reviews2025
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Dragon is Dead is a 2D dark fantasy roguelite with hack-and-slash combat and unlockable classes. Build class skill trees, slot runes, and chase Legendary and Mythic loot through corrupted stages.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21%, Action Roguelike 19.8%, Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelite 13.9%, 2D Platformer 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy action-roguelite that emphasizes hack-and-slash combat and character build variety.
- #12 Halls of Torment
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 31,421 reviews2024
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.2%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Roguelite 16.6%, Roguelike 14.4%, Dark 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a dark, gothic atmosphere with fast-paced, horde-clearing combat that feels similar to the seed game's carnage.
- #13 Summum Aeterna
89% matchVery Positive85% of 388 reviews2023
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Summum Aeterna is a fast-paced Roguelite inspired by the Metroidvania Aeterna Noctis. Create your own worlds, challenges, difficulty and influences in each new run. Die, learn, become stronger, and achieve victory. Death is inevitable, but glory is only for the chosen.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.7%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelite 14.2%, Roguelike 13.1%, Platformer 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced roguelite with fluid 2D movement and deep customization options for your combat style.
- #14 Revita
88% matchVery Positive81% of 2,397 reviews2022
Dev: BenStarPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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 27.9%, Roguelite 19.7%, Roguelike 16.6%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A tight, fast-paced 2D platformer-roguelite where movement and combat are seamlessly integrated.
- #15 Dungreed
87% matchVery Positive93% of 9,532 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 28.2%, Roguelite 18%, Roguelike 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Platformer 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: This 2D action-roguelite offers fast, satisfying combat and a wide variety of items to customize your build.
- #16 Into the Necrovale
86% matchVery Positive86% of 593 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.9 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: Hack and Slash 23.3%, Action Roguelike 21%, Roguelike 14.3%, Roguelite 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: This dungeon-crawler features fast-paced combat and a focus on loot-driven character progression.
- #17 Cryptical Path
86% matchVery Positive88% of 165 reviews2025
Dev: Old Skull Games
Windows
Cryptical Path is an action rogue-lite that pushes the boundaries of the genre. Play the Architect, build your own rooms, and tame an ever-changing labyrinth you've been summoned in.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21%, Action Roguelike 19%, Roguelike 13.2%, Dark Humor 12.5%, Combat 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on combat-heavy, 2D action-roguelite gameplay with a dark, mysterious narrative.
- #18 Katanaut
84% matchVery Positive90% of 381 reviews2025
Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
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: Hack and Slash 21.3%, Action Roguelike 18.8%, Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 13.7%, Platformer 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A roguevania that blends action-roguelite elements with fast-paced, sword-based combat.
- #19 Soulbind: Prologue
85% matchVery Positive93% of 162 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: Hack and Slash 16.3%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Dark Humor 12.5%, Side Scroller 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D roguevania that shares the dark, underworld-themed aesthetic and platforming-heavy action.
- #20 Nightmare: The Lunatic
83% matchVery Positive89% of 266 reviews2024
Dev: Maetdol Games
Windows
Nightmare: The Lunatic is a parrying action rogue-lite platformer game about escaping a nightmare. Constantly swap between 3 weapons, use special attacks, and avoid and parry enemy attacks. Strengthen yourself by collecting powerful and unique totems.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.9%, Action Roguelike 21.1%, Roguelite 13.7%, Roguelike 13%, Platformer 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D action-roguelite with pixel art that emphasizes high-speed, difficult combat.
- #21 Metal Unit
84% matchVery Positive83% of 2,875 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: Roguelite 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Action 12.9%, Side Scroller 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-roguelite that combines platforming with fast-paced, weapon-based combat.
- #22 Otherworld Legends
82% matchMixed66% of 1,619 reviews2024
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A "blood-pumping, face-bashing" roguelike brawler. Master heroes of your choice, craft uniquely broken builds, and hack & pummel through a myriad of dungeons in a thrilling rampage.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.1%, Roguelike 16.4%, Roguelite 15.7%, Dark 14%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features pixel-art combat and roguelite mechanics that focus on fast, satisfying action.
- #23 BloodRush: Undying Wish
80% matchVery Positive99% of 87 reviews2025
Dev: Lightmancer StudiosPub: Nuntius Games
Windows · Linux
BloodRush: Undying Wish is an extremely fast-paced hack n' slash roguelike set in a gothic, undying world. Dash, shoot and strike with ability combos, weaving between enemies like an improvised dance. Death is gone; bring her back.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.1%, Action Roguelike 20.8%, Roguelite 12.4%, Roguelike 12.2%, Dark 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy hack-and-slash that prioritizes fast-paced, aggressive combat encounters.
- #24 Hellbrella
79% matchVery Positive97% of 210 reviews2025
Dev: Icy Mountain StudiosPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Put on your raincoat and destroy hordes of demons in Hell. Use 5 insane umbrellas in an aerial roguelite hack and slash of pure chaos!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.2%, Roguelite 23.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Platformer 10.7%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style roguelite with a demonic theme and a focus on high-speed, replayable action.
- #25 Hell is Other Demons
82% matchVery Positive93% of 338 reviews2019
Dev: Cuddle Monster Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Hell is Other Demons is an action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights, and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.5%, Roguelike 14.7%, Roguelite 13.9%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Platformer 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, bullet-hell action-roguelite with a distinct dark, demonic visual style.
- #26 Sundered®: Eldritch Edition
81% matchVery Positive82% of 5,138 reviews2017
Dev: Thunder Lotus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Sundered is a chaotic hand-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.2%, Platformer 17.9%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Roguelike 9.2%, 2D 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, hand-drawn aesthetic and intense 2D action that emphasizes combat against overwhelming odds.
- #27 Valfaris
81% matchVery Positive83% of 2,721 reviews2019
Dev: Steel MantisPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.
Why similar: Platformer 22.7%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, Action 14.5%, Dark 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: An intense, dark 2D action game with heavy metal aesthetics and challenging, fast-paced combat.
- #28 Deflector
79% matchVery Positive87% of 356 reviews2023
Dev: Arrowfist GamesPub: SuperGG.com
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Deflector is a top down action rogue-lite set in a deadly microcosm. Dive deep into hostile worlds teeming with viruses. Strike down increasingly challenging enemies with your weapons and their own deflected projectiles. Live, die, grow stronger and become powerful enough to reach the Source!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.7%, Roguelite 19%, Action Roguelike 18.9%, Roguelike 13.1%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-roguelite that emphasizes hack-and-slash combat and difficult, skill-based encounters.
- #29 NETHER HEROES
77% matchVery Positive90% of 762 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 24.8%, 2D Platformer 16%, Roguelike 13.6%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #30 Netherworld Covenant
77% matchVery Positive80% of 678 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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: Hack and Slash 23.9%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelike 16%, Roguelite 15.9%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #31 HunterX
78% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.5 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: Side Scroller 30.3%, Hack and Slash 27.1%, Platformer 20.5%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game with a dark atmosphere and fluid combat mechanics that reward skill and timing.
- #32 PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 107 reviews2026
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer is a 2D action roguelike platformer RPG set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, infused with biopunk and dark sci-fi flair. Survive the chaos, clash with mutant foes, and explore mysterious sites in this indie adventure!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.2%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Roguelite 14%, Roguelike 12.1%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #33 A Robot Named Fight!
78% matchVery Positive88% of 888 reviews2017
Dev: Morningstar Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 29.2%, Roguelite 21.2%, Roguelike 12.3%, Platformer 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D roguelite that emphasizes exploration and fast-paced combat in a dark, atmospheric setting.
- #34 Gregory Horror Show: Soul of Roses
75% matchVery Positive98% of 125 reviews2024
Dev: Unframe
Windows · Mac
Soul of Roses is a 2D rogue light action game. Absorb the abilities of your enemies, fight, die, revive, and repeat to advance the story.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.3%, Dark Humor 18%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Roguelite 13.5%, Roguelike 12.9%
- #35 Soulbind: Tales Of The Underworld
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 109 reviews2024
Dev: Rubedo Games
Windows · Linux
It's up to you to become the Endless, a mysterious skeleton, and embark on a perilous journey. Collect monster body parts to enhance your character and use a variety of abilities. Explore sinister locations, fight mythical creatures and uncover the secrets of the Underworld.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 14.6%, Hack and Slash 13%, Roguelite 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Side Scroller 11.2%
- #36 BLADECHIMERA
73% matchVery Positive89% of 1,367 reviews2025
Dev: Team LadybugPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Explore a dark and sinister Osaka as the Demon Hunter Shin. Battle demons, regain lost skills, and uncover the truth of your forgotten past in this exciting occult-inspired cyberpunk metroidvania.
Why similar: Martial Arts 29.6% ★, Side Scroller 17.6%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #37 Zlime: Return Of Demon Lord
73% matchVery Positive97% of 76 reviews2024
Dev: DUO AB Indie Developer
Windows
Enter the world of Zlime, an action Roguelike game where you'll embark on a thrilling adventure in a demonic realm. Experience an unique transformation system, devour your foes, enhance your powers, and battle your way to victory! Prepare for an exhilarating and challenging gameplay experience!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.8%, Roguelike 16.3%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Roguelite 14.9%, Comedy 10.9%
- #38 bit Dungeon II
75% matchVery Positive82% of 2,214 reviews2014
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 26.9 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 35.7%, Roguelike 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Roguelite 7.4%, Action 7.2%
- #39 Break the Empire
72% matchVery Positive92% of 123 reviews2025
Dev: Edym Pixels
Windows
Fight your way to the capital and slay the emperor! Choose from a variety of characters with unique spells and skills! Featuring permadeath, interactable terrain, distinct builds, wild combos, and endless replayability.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.3%, Dark Humor 18.2%, Comedy 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%
- #40 bit Dungeon
74% matchVery Positive89% of 192 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 52.8%, Roguelite 19%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 8.6%, Indie 8%
- #41 Darkblade Ascent
71% matchVery Positive82% of 536 reviews2025
Dev: PST Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.7%, Hack and Slash 26.5%, Roguelike 16.2%, Roguelite 11.4%, Combat 10.3%
- #42 Skelly Selest
74% matchVery Positive93% of 286 reviews2018
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Skelly Selest is a score-attack hack slash dash run 'n' gun-athon. Venture into the procedurally generated perdition depths of Hell to purge the evil taint of the Deamonica Netherlords and their fiendly followers.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.1%, Roguelite 18.3%, Hack and Slash 18%, Roguelike 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #43 Hell Shooter
71% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: PLAY Mephistowaltz
Windows
Hell Shooter is a roguelike dungeon crawler game. It features unique attack methods, exhilarating action, an oriental hellish atmosphere, and each character's storytelling.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.8%, Action Roguelike 21.5%, Roguelite 15%, Roguelike 13.3%, Comedy 11.4%
- #44 BlazBlue Entropy Effect
69% matchVery Positive94% of 35,192 reviews2024
Dev: 91Act
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 20.3 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 25.3%, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #45 Skybreakers
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 694 reviews2023
Dev: Bingo StudioPub: Merlion Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Skybreakers is an action roguelike thriller. Choose from various characters, arm yourself with a vast array of weapons, and create your own unique build by combining artifacts, random talents, abilities, and bonds. Plunge into exhilarating combat and use unique abilities to defeat the evil.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.4%, Martial Arts 17.2% ★, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Beat 'em up 16.6%, Roguelike 11.7%
- #46 Penny Blood: Hellbound
70% matchVery Positive89% of 115 reviews2024
Dev: NatsumeAtari
Windows
Unleash the hounds from hell and fight your way free of this otherworldly prison in a roguelike adventure that explores the world of Penny Blood’s darker side! Can you find the distinction between good and evil…?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.7%, Action Roguelike 26.1%, Roguelite 18.5%, Roguelike 16.9%, Combat 4.5%
- #47 Trinity Fusion
70% matchVery Positive86% of 879 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.8%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Roguelite 13.6%, Roguelike 12.8%, Beat 'em up 11.1%
- #48 Shadow Blade: Reload
73% matchVery Positive87% of 367 reviews2015
Dev: Dead Mage
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Shadow Blade is an action-platformer set in a visually striking world where the ancient teachings of ninjas and samurai clash upon a modern landscape. Sprint through stages littered with traps, slaying enemies along your path without hesitation as Kuro, the blade of shadow!
Why similar: Platformer 55%, Action 27.3%, Indie 17.7%
- #49 Bloody Heaven 2
70% matchVery Positive85% of 138 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 33.5%, Roguelike 23.4%, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Action 12.9%, Combat 8%
- #50 Mirror of Heaven
69% matchVery Positive81% of 1,098 reviews2024
Dev: EnjoyPlay LtdPub: Leyo Games
Windows
The Qi has awakened demons, they wreak havoc on our world. You traverse ancient realms with the aid of the "Kunlun Mirror," embarking on a journey of cultivation and acension to gods.
Why similar: Martial Arts 17.3% ★, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Beat 'em up 14.9%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelite 11.4%
- #51 Shattered Realm Rebirth
67% matchVery Positive94% of 83 reviews2026
Dev: kingnagame
Windows
Multi-world rogue-lite endless challenge. The surface world hides dangers, the inner world overflows with treasure. Transcend worlds and master time through soul transference. Fight your way out and escape this reality. Strategic builds reduce reliance on pure stats.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.3%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Roguelite 13.3%, Martial Arts 12.6% ★, Beat 'em up 10.4%
- #52 SpeedOverflow
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 149 reviews2023
Dev: 狼烟
Windows · Mac · Linux
Who is not obsessed with the passion and pleasure brought by speed? This is an exhilarating roguelite hack-and-slash game with fast-paced action. You can choose different characters and level up to face hordes of enemies, embark on an unstoppable path, and conquer the unforgiving challenges!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.4%, Beat 'em up 22.3%, Hack and Slash 21.2%, Roguelite 16.5%, Combat 4.9%
- #53 NINJA SLAYER NEO-SAITAMA IN FLAMES(ニンジャスレイヤー ネオサイタマ炎上)
71% matchMixed47% of 182 reviews2024
Dev: Skeleton Crew StudioPub: KADOKAWA CORPORATION
Windows
A fast-paced action platformer based on the world of Ninja Slayer, a hit manga that sold 4.44 million copies! In the fictional cyberpunk city of Neo-Saitama, take control of Ninja Slayer as he does battle with numerous evil ninjas, all to avenge the death of his wife and child.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.8%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Comedy 17.3%, Side Scroller 14.5%, 2D 6.5%
- #54 Magenta Horizon - Neverending Harvest
67% matchVery Positive86% of 241 reviews2024
Dev: Maddison BaekPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Magenta Horizon is a fast-paced 2D action platformer with challenging spectacle fighter inspired combat. Playing as a Reaper of the twisted purgatorial afterlife, push your skills to the limit to destroy the hordes of demons and epic bosses to reach your destination.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.7%, Beat 'em up 22.2%, 2D Platformer 20%, Platformer 14.8%, Action 5.5%
- #55 Dustless
66% matchVery Positive83% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: 神刀之死Pub: Paras Games
Windows
Dustless is a hand-drawn wuxia side-scrolling action game built around Yin-Yang switching, fast pressure, and endless combos. Play as a swordsman in white, link sword skills, launch enemies, and overwhelm bosses through aggressive rhythm. Defense is only a fallback while you learn.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24%, Martial Arts 21.8% ★, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Action 8.8%, 2D 7.6%
- #56 Death Must Die
65% matchVery Positive90% of 21,526 reviews2023
Dev: Realm Archive
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.5%, Hack and Slash 22.8%, Roguelite 18.2%, Roguelike 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
- #57 NETHER DUNGEONS
67% matchVery Positive83% of 427 reviews2024
Dev: Arakuma Studio
Windows
Nether Dungeons is an action-packed dungeon crawler. Battle through procedurally generated dungeons, face relentless enemies, and defeat epic bosses. Customize your hero, wield diverse weapons, and survive intense challenges as you descend into ever-changing, dangerous depths.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.5%, Roguelite 22.7%, Roguelike 19%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, 2D 6%
- #58 Bleak Sword DX
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 659 reviews2023
Dev: more8bitPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Discover and destroy increasingly horrifying creatures across an oppressive lofi world, wielding fierce weaponry and powerful magic in this pocket-sized action adventure.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.5%, Action Roguelike 27.8%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Dark 8.6%
- #59 Oblivion Override
65% matchVery Positive91% of 2,016 reviews2024
Dev: Humble MillPub: XD
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.5 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: Hack and Slash 23.5%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 13.6%
- #60 Anomaly Agent
64% matchVery Positive95% of 9,614 reviews2024
Dev: Phew Phew Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
ANOMALY AGENT is a cyberpunk action-adventure featuring fluid combat, a time-bending story, quirky characters and a catchy synthwave soundtrack! Punch or shoot through mobs of enemies, impact the story with your choices and stop the anomalies before the world plunges into chaos!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Roguelite 10.2%