- #1 Astral Ascent
97% matchVery Positive95% of 8,595 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: Action Roguelike 29.2%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Platformer 13%, Anime 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A superbly polished side-scrolling action roguelite with anime-inspired presentation, distinct playable heroes, customizable spells, and fast aerial combo combat.
- #2 Spiritfall
96% matchVery Positive93% of 2,002 reviews2024
Dev: Gentle GiantPub: Team17
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: 2D Fighter 23.9%, Action Roguelike 23.4%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Platformer 11.1%, Procedural Generation 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: This platform-fighter roguelite emphasizes responsive movement, airborne strings, weapon variety, and run-changing blessings in a way that feels immediately compatible with BlazBlue's combat roots.
- #3 Oblivion Override
96% matchVery Positive91% of 2,055 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: Action Roguelike 34.7%, Hack and Slash 25.1%, Post-apocalyptic 16.2%, Cyberpunk 8.5%, 2D 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: Its flashy cyberpunk side-scrolling combat, weapon-driven builds, and highly mobile roguelite runs closely match Entropy Effect's pace and structure.
- #4 Blade Assault
95% 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: Cyberpunk 18.6%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Hack and Slash 10.6%, Action-Adventure 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk pixel-art action roguelite built around dashing, melee combos, weapon upgrades, and rapid side-scrolling encounters.
- #5 Skul: The Hero Slayer
94% matchVery Positive93% of 57,659 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 23.3 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 40.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Hack and Slash 9.4%, Platformer 9%, Action 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Frequent character-form swaps and extensive item synergies create the same kind of varied, replayable action builds found in Entropy Effect.
- #6 Dead Cells
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 183,835 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.1 hrsMean: 40.8 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 26.8%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Procedural Generation 14.7%, Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A defining action roguelite whose crisp movement, weapon variety, interconnected upgrades, and demanding side-scrolling combat make it an essential match.
- #7 Neon Echo
94% matchMixed55% of 4,113 reviews2023
Dev: Xinyuan Studio
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Neon Echo is a 3D side-scrolling action Roguelite game with an anime and tech-wear style. In a world that has been corrupted by "noise", "electronic music" has become the only means to resist the power of "Strepification". Now, let's follow the beat of electronic music to fight!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.8%, Cyberpunk 20.1%, Platformer 15.5%, Anime 12%, Action 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: This anime-styled sci-fi action roguelite offers rapid side-scrolling fights, flashy abilities, and substantial build customization.
- #8 The Rogue Prince of Persia
92% matchVery Positive90% of 2,920 reviews2025
Dev: Evil EmpirePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
In this challenging, fast-paced roguelite, every death is a unique chance to rewrite fate, save Persia or die trying. Master fluid, acrobatic combat and parkour as you explore your kingdom to right your wrongs!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 41.8%, Platformer 20%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Action 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Its fluid parkour, wall-running, evasive combat, and constantly evolving roguelite builds make every side-scrolling run feel fast and expressive.
- #9 暖雪 Warm Snow
91% matchVery Positive93% of 39,153 reviews2022
Dev: BadMudStudioPub: bilibili
Windows
Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 29.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
'Warm Snow' is a Rogue-like action game with a background set in a dark fantasy world, where the eerie 'Warm Snow' holds sway. You will play as the Warrior 'Bi-an' on a crusade against the Five Great Clans, in order to save a world teetering on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.6%, Action-Adventure 14.9%, Multiple Endings 11.8%, Procedural Generation 11.4%, Story Rich 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Although viewed from above, its highly replayable runs, spectacular sword techniques, and powerful randomized relic combinations deliver a comparable action-roguelite rush.
- #10 Metal Unit
91% matchVery Positive83% of 2,906 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: Action Roguelike 24.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.9%, Action 16.9%, Anime 14.2%, Adventure 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: It combines a sci-fi pixel-art setting with aggressive combo-based 2D combat, multiple weapons, and roguelite progression.
- #11 30XX
90% matchVery Positive90% of 2,820 reviews2023
Dev: Batterystaple Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.5%, Platformer 16.7%, Procedural Generation 16%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: This run-based action platformer combines tight traversal and shooting with modular upgrades, alternate characters, and substantial replay value.
- #12 Have a Nice Death
89% matchVery Positive86% of 10,816 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Design StudiosPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Action Roguelike 35.4%, Hack and Slash 23.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Fast dashes, air combos, weapon choices, and curse-based upgrades give this hand-drawn roguelite a similarly satisfying run-to-run combat flow.
- #13 Neon Abyss
89% matchVery Positive86% of 23,629 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: Cyberpunk 18.7%, Action Roguelike 18.2%, Procedural Generation 15.2%, Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Its side-scrolling roguelite structure and wildly stacking item combinations make it a good fit for players who enjoy discovering overpowered run builds.
- #14 ScourgeBringer
88% matchVery Positive86% of 3,284 reviews2020
Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.4 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: Action Roguelike 30.5%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Action 13.6%, Platformer 12.3%, Procedural Generation 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Its ultra-mobile 2D combat revolves around relentless aerial attacks, dashes, and aggressive enemy pressure rather than slow, cautious play.
- #15 Trinity Fusion
87% matchVery Positive85% of 915 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.3 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 39.2%, Hack and Slash 24.1%, Platformer 20.3%, Action 6.2%, Story Rich 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A slick sci-fi roguelite platformer with weapon swapping, evasive combat, selectable characters, and upgrade paths that meaningfully reshape a run.
- #16 Anomaly Agent
86% matchVery Positive95% of 10,038 reviews2024
Dev: Phew Phew Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.1 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: Action Roguelike 18.1%, 2D Fighter 16.1%, Cyberpunk 13.6%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Platformer 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Its sharp pixel-art cyberpunk world, quick platforming, and snappy close-quarters action capture some of Entropy Effect's visual and mechanical energy.
- #17 Wizard of Legend
86% matchVery Positive91% of 21,075 reviews2018
Dev: Contingent99
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 46.7%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Procedural Generation 7%, Action 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Its spell-combo-focused roguelite combat rewards quick reactions and experimentation with dramatically different elemental loadouts.
- #18 SANABI
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 45,293 reviews2023
Dev: WONDER POTIONPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 24.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
SANABI is an exhilarating stylish dystopian action-platformer. Play as a legendary retired veteran and use your signature prosthetic arm to jump over cliffs and skyscrapers, zip through bullets and traps and defeat powerful enemies.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 26.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Story Rich 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Its neon dystopian setting, momentum-driven grappling traversal, and intense side-scrolling action make it a strong thematic and mechanical alternative.
- #19 Shape of Dreams
84% matchVery Positive90% of 20,942 reviews2025
Dev: Lizard SmoothiePub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 14.9 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Shape of Dreams delivers fast-paced top-down roguelite action with chaotic projectile-filled battles, fluid combat, and high-stakes co-op. Play solo or with up to three friends as you dodge overwhelming attacks and unleash devastating builds.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 53.9%, Hack and Slash 36.9%, Action 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Its ability-focused roguelite runs let players assemble unusual skill combinations and tackle fast-paced encounters alone or cooperatively.
- #20 Neon Abyss 2
85% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,355 reviews2025
Dev: Veewo Games
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Dive into the cybermyth roguelike chaos of Neon Abyss 2! Now featuring up to 4-player online co-op, more combat styles, and unlimited item synergies, every run delivers a dramatic, action-packed experience you won't forget.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.5%, Cyberpunk 24.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Procedural Generation 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A colorful cyberpunk roguelite platformer featuring extensive item synergies, quick shooting action, and expanded cooperative play.
- #21 Windblown
83% matchVery Positive89% of 10,402 reviews2024
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A lightning-fast 1–3 player co-op roguelite from the creators of Dead Cells. DASH, DIVE and DESTROY across a shattered world. Build wild loadouts, unleash devastating Alterattacks, and become the last stand against the Vortex.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.4%, Hack and Slash 28.9%, Procedural Generation 20%, Action 7.3%, Indie 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: From the creators of Dead Cells, this high-speed action roguelite focuses on rapid movement, weapon combinations, and intense cooperative or solo encounters.
- #22 Ember Knights
82% matchVery Positive94% of 7,054 reviews2023
Dev: Doom TurtlePub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 41.5%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Procedural Generation 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 11%, 2D 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: Fast dodge-heavy melee combat, synergistic relics, and broad weapon variety make it a strong choice for players who enjoy mastering agile roguelite runs.
- #23 Katana ZERO
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 76,196 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.5 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: Cyberpunk 24.5%, Platformer 15.2%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, 2D Platformer 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Though linear rather than roguelite, it delivers exceptionally crisp 2D movement, lethal sword combat, and stylish cyberpunk action.
- #24 Hades
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 308,953 reviews2020
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 52.9%, Hack and Slash 27.4%, Story Rich 7.3%, Action 6.2%, Indie 4%
Why You'll Like It: A premier character-driven action roguelite with responsive combat, exceptional upgrade synergies, and weapons that support very different playstyles.
- #25 Lost Castle 2
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 14,111 reviews2026
Dev: Hunter Studio
Windows
Median: 14.7 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
"Lost Castle 2" is a 2D Beat'em up Rogue-Lite game. Explore abundant treasures and items to enhance yourself, master various weapons to showcase your skills, and challenge powerful monsters to demonstrate your strength. A new adventure is calling for treasure hunters!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 51.3%, Action-Adventure 25.4%, Action 9.3%, Adventure 5.8%, Indie 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: This roguelite brawler supplies randomized stages, plentiful gear, and multiplayer-friendly combo combat in a cartoon fantasy setting.
- #26 Curse of the Dead Gods
81% matchVery Positive83% of 9,242 reviews2021
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 73.9%, Action 11.9%, Adventure 5.9%, Indie 4.7%, Singleplayer 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: Its weighty but responsive action, cursed relic choices, and risk-reward build decisions provide a darker take on skill-focused roguelite combat.
- #27 Touhou Luna Nights
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 15,000 reviews2019
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.
Why similar: Platformer 24.2%, Action-Adventure 20.1%, Anime 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, 2D 9%
Why You'll Like It: This polished 2D action game features intricate bullet-dodging, fluid movement, and a time-stop system that rewards skillful offensive play.
- #28 Star Fire: Eternal Cycle
77% matchVery Positive92% of 1,270 reviews2025
Dev: Ethereal Fish StudioPub: Indie Herb Games
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Star Fire is a love letter to classic arcade side-scrollers, reimagined with roguelite progression, modern action polish, and that “just one more run” itch. It’s fast, punchy, and all about no-pressure fun with tight combat, slick movement, and endless ways to cause chaos.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.8%, Cyberpunk 23.3%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Anime 12.9%, Action-Adventure 12.6%
- #29 Rogue Legacy 2
78% matchVery Positive91% of 15,153 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 36.1%, Procedural Generation 19.5%, Action 11.2%, 2D 8.5%, Action Roguelike 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Class variety, platforming combat, and a huge pool of traits and upgrades make successive runs consistently distinct and replayable.
- #30 Fury Unleashed
79% matchVery Positive87% of 2,923 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: Platformer 36.3%, 2D Platformer 25%, Action 18.8%, 2D 13.8%, Adventure 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A comic-book action platformer whose combo multiplier system rewards keeping up a relentless, stylish offensive rhythm.
- #31 Cinderia
76% matchVery Positive88% of 5,261 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, magic cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.8%, Hack and Slash 28.2%, Procedural Generation 13.5%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Action 6.6%
- #32 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
78% matchVery Positive80% of 4,696 reviews2019
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
THE COLLISION IS INEVITABLE! THE IMPACT WILL BE UNAVOIDABLE! Cross over between 4 different universes! Play as characters from the BlazBlue, Persona, Under Night In-Birth, and (for the first time ever in a fighting game), RWBY series!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 60.7%, Anime 24.2%, Action 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 3%, Story Rich 2.3%
- #33 BlazBlue Centralfiction
77% matchVery Positive94% of 12,334 reviews2017
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 58.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Combining a 2D fighting game with a visual novel, the BlazBlue series continues on with massive fan support! The latest installation, BlazBlue: Centralfiction, serves as the ending to the Azure Saga, revealing the hidden truth of the world!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 59.1%, Anime 26.9%, Action 6.5%, Story Rich 6.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #34 Afterimage
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 10,497 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.5%, Anime 15.7%, Platformer 15.6%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 13.4%
- #35 Granblue Fantasy: Relink
74% matchVery Positive90% of 56,109 reviews2024
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 36.7 hrsMean: 90.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!
Why similar: Anime 47%, Hack and Slash 34.4%, Action 14.7%, Singleplayer 3.9%
- #36 Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
74% matchVery Positive83% of 7,106 reviews2023
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 55.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Rise to the challenge in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising! This powered up, revamped sequel to GBVS is more enjoyable and accessible than ever before. With simplified input options, even newcomers can engage in thrilling and strategic matches!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 64.3%, Anime 20.6%, Action 11.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%, Story Rich 1.7%
- #37 Touhou Blooming Chaos 2
75% matchVery Positive93% of 2,595 reviews2021
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 40.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Touhou Blooming Chaos 2 is an brand new rogue shooter where you control a character of a varied cast to explore an all randomized labyrinth. Enjoy the excessive fun of reaping enemies and character training. With balanced difficulty, you can always find your place as either beginner or veteran!
Why similar: Action 29.5%, Anime 23.4%, Adventure 18.5%, Indie 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%
- #38 Granblue Fantasy: Versus
75% matchVery Positive83% of 8,543 reviews2020
Dev: Cygames, Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A new game in the Granblue Fantasy universe, available on Steam! This fantasy game blends fighting game action and RPG-style adventure. Throw yourself into matches or enjoy powering up your characters!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 51.3%, Anime 24.9%, Action 23.3%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #39 AI LIMIT
72% matchVery Positive92% of 37,115 reviews2025
Dev: Sense GamesPub: CE-Asia
Windows
Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In the distant future when civilization is on the verge of extinction, people follow the legend of the Elysium in the last city, Havenswell. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland sci-fi ARPG, you will play as Arrisa, a Blader with immortality, and explore the city ruin to find the hope of a new life.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 34.7%, Anime 31.4%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Action 7.6%, Hack and Slash 5.7%
- #40 Noobs Want to Live
73% matchVery Positive89% of 4,983 reviews2023
Dev: 元气弹工作室(GD Studio)Pub: Lightning Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Noobs Want to Live is a fast-paced roguelike featuring several characters and a large pool of skills to choose from (that synergize with one another, too!) Fight, kill, grow. Each run is a new chance to create a steamrolling build!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 44%, Procedural Generation 23.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Action 8.8%, Adventure 5.1%
- #41 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r]
73% matchVery Positive94% of 3,865 reviews2018
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 43.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Pick one of 20 unique characters and fight your way through the dangers of the “Hollow Night”, and claim your victory over those who would get in your way. Experience intuitive and tight 2D fighter controls, with a splash of devastating combos and unique fighting styles to keep your appetite for battle sated!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 62.3%, Anime 21.3%, Action 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 3.8%, Story Rich 3%
- #42 Nova Drift
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,646 reviews2024
Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 65.9%, 2D 13.5%, Action 11.2%, Indie 5.4%, Singleplayer 4%
- #43 TEVI
71% matchVery Positive89% of 4,070 reviews2023
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!
Why similar: Anime 20.7%, Action-Adventure 19.7%, Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Story Rich 9.7%
- #44 Chrono Ark
70% matchVery Positive91% of 13,786 reviews2024
Dev: Al Fine
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Chrono Ark is a singleplayer roguelike that combines elements from deckbuilders and party-based RPGs. Recruit, train, and build a team of unique Investigators to restore the Twisted World!
Why similar: Anime 66%, Story Rich 11.5%, Indie 10.1%, Adventure 10.1%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #45 Poetry of Blood: Eclipse
71% matchVery Positive91% of 503 reviews2024
Dev: ZeroGameStudioPub: NPC Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Blood Poem: Eclipse of the Moon is a 2D Rogue Lite hyper-speed action-adventure game. In the game, you play as the heroine code-named Ishtar, also known as "Moon" exploring a post-apocalyptic world. Your mission is to defeat beautiful bosses and bring them back to your lab.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18%, 2D Fighter 14.4%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Platformer 9.5%, Procedural Generation 8.3%
- #46 BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
73% matchVery Positive86% of 3,234 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The first hi-res 2D fighter from the creators of the Guilty Gear series! BlazBlue is a traditional 2D fighter where two characters participate in a duel.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 54.9%, Anime 35.1%, 2D 5.2%, Action 2.9%, Story Rich 1.2%
- #47 Katanaut
69% matchVery Positive90% of 561 reviews2025
Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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: Action Roguelike 22.8%, Cyberpunk 19.2%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Procedural Generation 11.4%, Platformer 10.7%
- #48 BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend
72% matchVery Positive91% of 2,881 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
'BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend' is the sixth installment of the BlazBlue series, a combination of 2D fighting action game and visual novel.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 51.5%, Anime 29.4%, Action 7.3%, Story Rich 7.3%, 2D 3.9%
- #49 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 9,218 reviews2024
Dev: GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.
Why similar: Anime 24.9%, Platformer 24.9%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Story Rich 11%, 2D 8.7%
- #50 OVIS LOOP
69% matchVery Positive89% of 1,207 reviews2025
Dev: LIFUEL
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A pixel-art action roguelike with dynamic combat, player-led combo crafting and a post-apocalyptic battle of wolf and lamb. Step into the shoes of the robot-sheep Omega to wield sci-fi weapons and gather evolving skills to protect your flock. Jump into the loop and create a unique combat style.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.8%, Hack and Slash 17%, Post-apocalyptic 16.6%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #51 Blade of the Netherworld
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 155 reviews2024
Dev: DuDu Games
Windows
Blade of the Netherworld is a fast-paced 2D Roguelite platformer. Don divine masks as a Yin-Yang Enforcer, slashing through the underworld to defeat gods, demons, and spirits. Combine a variety of items, master combat skills, and create limitless, high-speed carnage with a free-form action system.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.3%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #52 Yog-Sothoth’s Yard
68% matchVery Positive94% of 13,908 reviews2023
Dev: Bone Nail
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Manage a hotel and hire employees including Death, a dragon, a Spirit Hunter, and a bioroid maid. Build your wealth through various means and refine your strategies based on the predictions of Oracles. All employees can be romanced depending on your choices.
Why similar: Anime 42%, Multiple Endings 32%, Story Rich 20.9%, Singleplayer 5.1%
- #53 Endless Alice
67% matchVery Positive91% of 2,526 reviews2025
Dev: HowlingRain
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Endless Alice is a third-person action-adventure game combining Roguelite elements, anime aesthetics, and endless possibilities. Choose characters with unique combat styles and embark on adventures! Play solo or with friends in cooperative challenges for up to 4 players!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.4%, Hack and Slash 27.3%, Anime 17.1%, Action 6.9%, Indie 4.4%
- #54 Realm of Ink
65% matchVery Positive90% of 5,766 reviews2026
Dev: Leap StudioPub: 4Divinity
Windows
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Realm of Ink is an Ink-style action Roguelite game. While pursuing the Fox Demon, the swordswoman Red, unexpectedly finds that her life is dictated by the 'destiny' within the world of the book. Only by breaking free can she unveil the truth of her existence and challenge the constraints of fate.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.6%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Procedural Generation 14.7%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #55 Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune
68% matchVery Positive83% of 2,135 reviews2024
Dev: IceSitruuna
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.5%, Platformer 21.1%, Anime 18.1%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Action-Adventure 14.1%
- #56 Risen Blade
66% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2026
Dev: SatkPub: Karus
Windows
Smash the Dudes. Risen Blade is a fast-paced hack and slash roguelike where you chain brutal combos, carve through endless enemies, and forge powerful builds across unique classes.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 47.3%, Hack and Slash 30.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Action 7.8%, 2D 4.7%
- #57 PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 135 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: Action Roguelike 26.9%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, 2D Fighter 9.6%, Post-apocalyptic 8.8%, Platformer 8.7%
- #58 Limbus Company
67% matchVery Positive88% of 119,855 reviews2023
Dev: ProjectMoon
Windows
Median: 13.1 hrsMean: 229.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Why similar: Story Rich 38.3%, Anime 30.9%, 2D 14.2%, Action 9.6%, Singleplayer 7%
- #59 CrossCode
68% matchVery Positive92% of 18,486 reviews2018
Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 43.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.1%, Anime 12.7%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Cyberpunk 11.4%, Story Rich 9.9%
- #60 BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend
70% matchVery Positive90% of 1,653 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The second entry in the critically acclaimed BlazBlue franchise, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend adds a number of gameplay modes, story scenarios, new moves, and an all-new playable character to further enhance the BlazBlue experience and solidify its status as one of the all-time great 2D fighters
Why similar: 2D Fighter 55.4%, Anime 28.2%, Action 8.2%, 2D 4.3%, Story Rich 3.4%