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  1. #1 Halls of Torment
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 31,213 reviews2024
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 23.9 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 23.1%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Arcade 9.6%, Medieval 7.5%

  2. #2 There Is No Light: Enhanced Edition
    97% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,013 reviews2022
    Dev: ZelartPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Horror 10.8%, Fantasy 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.5%

  3. #3 Unworthy
    96% matchVery Positive81% of 842 reviews2018
    Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 48.4%, Pixel Graphics 22.7%, Action 12.6%, 2D 9.4%, Adventure 6.9%

  4. #4 GRIME
    95% matchVery Positive85% of 6,299 reviews2021
    Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 41.5%, Action-Adventure 22.9%, Dark 14.5%, Atmospheric 9.3%, Action 7.3%

  5. #5 Blasphemous
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 62,190 reviews2019
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 43.5%, Pixel Graphics 25.4%, Horror 11.9%, 2D 10.5%, Action 5.8%

  6. #6 The Bleakest Keep
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 641 reviews2025
    Dev: Cache of Bones
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    The Bleakest Keep is a challenging action horror roguelike. Survive the horrors of the Keep, upgrade your gear, and earn ranks as you ascend the tower and save the world!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.1%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Arcade 9.4%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

  7. #7 Dungeons of Blood and Dream
    93% matchVery Positive94% of 1,083 reviews2024
    Dev: Lori Vornoy
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Play as a mighty Blood Wizard on a quest to escape a death-loop of psychedelic dungeons. Slay disgusting creatures using a large array of bladed weapons and unnerving spells, harness the power of cursed rings, find mysterious treasures, and learn the secrets of the universe you are trapped in.

    Why similar: Swordplay 29.2%, Action Roguelike 22.8%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Horror 9.3%, Medieval 8.3%

  8. #8 The Last Faith
    92% matchVery Positive84% of 5,200 reviews2023
    Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 39%, Pixel Graphics 21.5%, Horror 15.3%, 2D 9.1%, Action 6.4%

  9. #9 Into the Necrovale
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 588 reviews2024
    Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.9%, Action Roguelike 27.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

  10. #10 Apple Slash
    91% matchVery Positive96% of 226 reviews2020
    Dev: Agelvik
    Windows

    Repel an invasion of mysterious charming creatures in a vast murky marshland. Strike your foes in a God-like slash-based manner and experience ambiguous encounters brimming with personality.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.1%, Action-Adventure 15%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Dark 10.5%, 2D 7.8%

  11. #11 Elderand
    90% matchMostly Positive75% of 777 reviews2023
    Dev: MantraPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.7%, Dark Fantasy 26%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, 2D 9%, Action 6%

  12. #12 VOIN
    89% matchVery Positive94% of 2,990 reviews2024
    Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Crafted by a solo developer, VOIN is a first-person hack-and-slash. Cleave through hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. Explore dark fantasy realms filled with secrets and dangers. Discover powerful gear and weapons, and face menacing bosses in your quest to cleanse a broken world.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.1%, Action Roguelike 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.7%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Medieval 10.6%

  13. #13 Mortal Sin
    88% matchVery Positive95% of 5,715 reviews2025
    Dev: Nikola Todorovic
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.5%, Action Roguelike 30.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Swordplay 9.3%, Horror 8.2%

  14. #14 Salt and Sanctuary
    89% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 51.9%, 2D 13.7%, Dark 9.9%, Horror 8.6%, Action 7.9%

  15. #15 Katanaut
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 354 reviews2025
    Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
    Windows

    Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.1%, Action Roguelike 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Atmospheric 4.3%

  16. #16 Cubes and Knights
    87% matchVery Positive93% of 83 reviews2022
    Dev: Sergey Bobrov
    Windows

    You are strong and huge, you have a heavy sword in your hands, and somewhere deep an ancient evil is hidden. The King himself sent you on a difficult campaign: to find the immortal enemy of all people. Find ancient artifacts and work your way through the labyrinths with steel and magic.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.5%, Swordplay 19.8%, Action Roguelike 15%, Medieval 8.2%, Old School 7.7%

  17. #17 Disfigure
    84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,133 reviews2023
    Dev: Cold Brew Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Disfigure is a grim-dark rogue-like where you battle relentless hordes of monsters lurking in the shadows. Unlock powerful weapons, craft god-like builds with hundreds of upgrades, slay colossal bosses, and push your limits in intense 20–30 minute survival runs.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.9%, Minimalist 17.6%, Arcade 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Horror 8.1%

  18. #18 Castle of no Escape 2
    86% matchMostly Positive77% of 455 reviews2016
    Dev: D. E. X. TeamPub: Xitilon
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Explore 6 x 6 x 6 = 216 rooms of randomly generated hazards and enemies while collecting the necessary artefacts. Hundreds of monsters are roaming inside, guarding the sword shards — the last known thing to be capable of defeating the demonic castle owner.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Arcade 6.7%

  19. #19 Hyper Light Drifter
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 18,466 reviews2016
    Dev: Heart Machine
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 39%, Pixel Graphics 26.4%, Atmospheric 11%, Action 6.7%, Fantasy 6.3%

  20. #20 Reaper - Tale of a Pale Swordsman
    85% matchMixed67% of 456 reviews2014
    Dev: Hexage
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Enter the world ripe with magic and monsters. Become the Black Swordsman and slay thousands of enemies in an epic action RPG!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.8%, Dark Fantasy 25.9%, Arcade 13.1%, Fantasy 10.3%, 2D 6.5%

  21. #21 Heidelberg 1693
    82% matchVery Positive83% of 80 reviews2021
    Dev: Andrade Games
    Windows

    Black magic in the age of pike and shot! Reload your musket after every blast in “Heidelberg 1693”, a challenging 2D action adventure set in a dark and twisted vision of Germany in the late 17th century.

    Why similar: Swordplay 27.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Arcade 8.8%, Medieval 8.7%

  22. #22 Moonscars
    81% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Action-Adventure 18.4%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Action 11.2%

  23. #23 KILL KNIGHT
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 1,908 reviews2024
    Dev: PlaySide
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    KILL KNIGHT is an ultra-responsive arcade-inspired isometric action shooter. Condemned to eternal sufferance, deep within the voids of an eldritch arena, you must wield an arsenal of devastating weaponry to obliterate swarms of otherworldly horrors - and MASTER THE DEMON WITHIN.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 47.5%, Arcade 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 22.4%, Action 6.4%

  24. #24 Tearscape
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 250 reviews2026
    Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 32.8%, Pixel Graphics 21.3%, Action-Adventure 17.3%, 2D 13.5%, Action 9.9%

  25. #25 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
    83% matchMostly Positive71% of 260 reviews2017
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 30%, Arcade 17.6%, Action-Adventure 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, Action 8%

  26. #26 Skelly Selest
    82% 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 44.4%, Hack and Slash 30%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Action 5.3%, Atmospheric 3.9%

  27. #27 Dark Sword: The Light of Ainn
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 68 reviews2025
    Dev: MrDoth
    Windows

    Dark Sword is a frenetic action game that mixes bullet-hell and hack-n-slash in the midst of a devastating and dark open world with a tragic backstory, where the player must immerse himself in order to defeat the powerful guardians that guard it.

    Why similar: Swordplay 33.6%, Hack and Slash 32.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Medieval 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  28. #28 In Celebration of Violence
    81% matchVery Positive87% of 505 reviews2018
    Dev: Julian Edison
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    A fantasy action roguelike of exploration and murder. Live, kill, die, improve, live again.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.2%, Hack and Slash 21.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Medieval 8.6%

  29. #29 Beholgar
    80% matchMostly Positive74% of 358 reviews2022
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

    Why similar: Arcade 20.3%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action 6.8%

  30. #30 Death Must Die
    76% matchVery Positive91% of 21,387 reviews2023
    Dev: Realm Archive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 20.9 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 33.2%, Hack and Slash 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, 2D 4.5%

  31. #31 Lichenvale
    78% matchMostly Positive80% of 59 reviews2023
    Dev: Filip Zemljak
    Windows · Linux

    Lichenvale is a first person slasher offering fast-paced melee combat mixed with tactical use of spells and dashing around your enemies. Battle through nightmarish hordes of monsters representing your innermost fears in this 90's hits inspired title.

    Why similar: Swordplay 26.7%, Hack and Slash 22.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Old School 7.4%

  32. #32 Netherworld Covenant
    75% matchVery Positive80% of 657 reviews2025
    Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.2%, Action Roguelike 24.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.7%, Medieval 10.2%, Action-Adventure 10.2%

  33. #33 Hack and Slash Fury
    76% matchVery Positive81% of 227 reviews2025
    Dev: juan_poder_azure
    Windows

    Heavy Metal! Deep Combo System! Lot of Cinematics! Discover Legendary Warriors Forged in War! Destroy the dark empire! and save the world of his tiranity!!! Dark or Light?! Only one will Survive!!! Prepare your sword! And Anihilate all your enemies!

    Why similar: Swordplay 36.1%, Hack and Slash 30.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Medieval 10.6%, Action-Adventure 6.2%

  34. #34 Darkblade Ascent
    75% matchVery Positive83% of 518 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: Swordplay 34.1%, Action Roguelike 23.9%, Hack and Slash 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Fantasy 6.5%

  35. #35 The Excrawlers
    77% matchVery Positive88% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Game Dynasty
    Windows

    Action-RPG slasher in which you have to get into the dark atmosphere of dungeons full of monsters and madness.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 43.7%, Dark Fantasy 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Action Roguelike 7.9%, 2D 7.2%

  36. #36 Nix Umbra
    77% matchVery Positive87% of 97 reviews2021
    Dev: ilzard
    Windows

    Light is my Sword, Darkness shall perish.

    Why similar: Horror 37.3%, Minimalist 27.5%, Dark 20.6%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Action 4.8%

  37. #37 Hollow Survivors
    74% matchVery Positive82% of 181 reviews2025
    Dev: Danny DeerPub: PlayWay S.A.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Battle through hordes of horrific creatures as you hack and slash your way to the top of the Tower in this rogue-like dungeon crawler game. Choose from a variety of upgrades and weapons, and save the Tower.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 38%, Action Roguelike 34.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Atmospheric 6.3%, 2D 5.7%

  38. #38 Halls of Torment: Prelude
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 1,401 reviews2023
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    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: Hack and Slash 44.7%, Dark Fantasy 31.4%, Dark 10.6%, Atmospheric 8.4%, Action 4.8%

  39. #39 Spell Disk
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 957 reviews2024
    Dev: Sunpeak Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.7%, Action Roguelike 29.8%, Arcade 13%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Fantasy 7.9%

  40. #40 Crimson Capes
    71% matchVery Positive91% of 140 reviews2026
    Dev: Poor Locke
    Windows

    Engage in fluid 2D pixel art swordplay, hunt down witches, fight monsters and experience the age of high adventure. Enter the guild of the Crimson Capes and explore a fantasy world of Sword and Sorcery.

    Why similar: Swordplay 43.8%, Dark Fantasy 22.4%, Medieval 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Action 5.1%

  41. #41 The Last Man Survivor
    72% matchMixed70% of 279 reviews2025
    Dev: Renderise
    Windows

    The Last Man Survivor is a gloomy roguelike in which you have to fight tons of enemies, slay giant bosses, discover new abilities and characters, and also find out the dark secret of the Last Survivor

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.2%, Dark Fantasy 24.9%, Medieval 11.9%, Horror 9.3%, Dark 8.3%

  42. #42 Death or Treat
    73% matchMostly Positive74% of 104 reviews2023
    Dev: Saona Studios
    Windows · Mac

    The Halloween spirit is missing! Play as Scary and help him save HallowTown. "Death or Treat" is a 2D action-roguelite and hack & slash, with handpainted environments and traditional animation. Explore all the worlds and defeat hordes of enemies using different weapons and skills.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 46%, Dark Fantasy 26.9%, 2D 7.7%, Dark 6.6%, Action-Adventure 6.4%

  43. #43 Pale Coins
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 265 reviews2025
    Dev: Lukas Irzl
    Windows

    Journey into the ruthless open world of Pale Coins, an old-school fantasy RPG. Face punishing bosses, goblin-infested dungeons, and discover legendary weapons as you customize your champion and fight across Grenmark for the fabled Champion's Coin.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.7%, Dark Fantasy 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Fantasy 10.9%, 2D 6.6%

  44. #44 Striving for Light
    70% matchVery Positive80% of 223 reviews2025
    Dev: Igniting Spark Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.7%, Action Roguelike 33.4%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Fantasy 7.6%, Action 3.4%

  45. #45 Swordbreaker: Back to The Castle
    74% matchMixed60% of 85 reviews2020
    Dev: DuCats Games Studio
    Windows

    An action-adventure in a medieval fantasy universe. Learn all about the adventures of mighty Swordbreaker before his appearance in the castle. Destroy enemies with a sword, magic, and a unique device — the swordbreaker, from which the hero got his alias!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.5%, Medieval 14.1%, Fantasy 11.8%, Action 9.5%

  46. #46 Slasher's Keep
    72% matchVery Positive83% of 2,271 reviews2020
    Dev: Damian Schloter
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Hack, slash, shoot and loot your way through procedurally generated dungeons! Smack your enemies into spikes with your inventory sack!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 61.8%, Hack and Slash 30.7%, Action 7.5%

  47. #47 Dead Cells
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 178,807 reviews2018
    Dev: Motion Twin
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.6%, Action Roguelike 27%, Dark Fantasy 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, 2D 5.5%

  48. #48 Eldest Souls
    71% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,167 reviews2021
    Dev: Fallen Flag StudioPub: United Label
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.5%, Dark Fantasy 30%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Medieval 6.1%, Fantasy 5.1%

  49. #49 Dark Light
    70% matchMostly Positive78% of 734 reviews2022
    Dev: Mirari&Co.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Dark Light is a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk action-platformer with intense hack'n slash combat. Explore the unknown, enhance your abilities with cyberwares, and face off against supernatural entities to seal the Dark Void and end the eternal darkness.

    Why similar: Horror 34.8%, Dark 19.5%, Action 15.5%, Atmospheric 11.8%, 2D 9.6%

  50. #50 Berserk Mode
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 237 reviews2023
    Dev: Adam Travers
    Windows

    Berserk Mode is a visceral time-attack fantasy rogue-lite. Become the Berserker and wade into a dungeon battlefield swarming with monsters. Unleash the absurd power of your Beast in a storm of blood and gibs. Prepare to enter Berserk Mode.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 40%, Action Roguelike 36.6%, Fantasy 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Action 5%

  51. #51 Voidwrought
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 884 reviews2024
    Dev: PowersnakePub: Kwalee
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.2%, Dark 17.2%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Horror 14%, Fantasy 10.3%

  52. #52 A Bastard's Tale
    71% matchVery Positive81% of 384 reviews2015
    Dev: No Pest Productions
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    A game about parrying, attacking, and overcoming difficult foes

    Why similar: Swordplay 38.6%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Arcade 10.9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Medieval 7.5%

  53. #53 Tyrant's Realm
    66% matchVery Positive84% of 1,015 reviews2025
    Dev: Team TyrantPub: Skystone Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Tyrant's Realm is a roguelite action-adventure inspired by classic PS1 visuals. Explore procedurally generated dark fantasy worlds, battling through dangers that evolve with each run. Death is not the end, as the night is still young.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.5%, Action Roguelike 24.9%, Dark Fantasy 18%, Medieval 12%, Action-Adventure 9.8%

  54. #54 Shadow of the Depth
    67% matchMostly Positive70% of 474 reviews2025
    Dev: ChillyRoom
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Shadow of the Depth is a top-down action Roguelite game. Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 41.7%, Action Roguelike 37.4%, Atmospheric 6.1%, Action 5.9%, 2D 5.9%

  55. #55 Enrobssyba
    65% matchVery Positive86% of 64 reviews2025
    Dev: Alexco Games
    Windows

    Enrobssyba is a dark fantasy roguelite that thrusts you into a shadowed, ever-changing dungeon, teeming with enemies, upgrades, and untold power.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.1%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Horror 10.8%, Medieval 9.7%, Fantasy 8.8%

  56. #56 Greedventory
    67% matchMostly Positive80% of 264 reviews2023
    Dev: Black Tower BasementPub: Nordcurrent Labs
    Windows

    Greedventory is a gorgeous pixel-art linear action RPG experience, where the only thing between you and an embarrassingly swift death is your mouse. Strike, parry, and cast powerful spells on your enemies, loot ancient treasures, explore a brutal realm, and become the hero you never wanted to be!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 45%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Action 7.8%, Medieval 7%

  57. #57 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
    69% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
    Dev: Planet Tobor
    Windows

    A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.3%, Dark Fantasy 23.7%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Medieval 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

  58. #58 Guild of Darksteel
    68% matchMixed64% of 50 reviews2021
    Dev: Igor SandmanPub: Digerati
    Windows

    Guild of Darksteel is a story-driven adventure game set in a rich, dark fantasy world. As the immortal Sellsword, you must unearth an evil plot brewing beneath the city of Ravenrock. Only you can discover the true horror lurking under the city’s surface.

    Why similar: Swordplay 36.1%, Dark Fantasy 18.2%, Medieval 8.3%, Dark 7.8%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

  59. #59 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
    64% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,328 reviews2025
    Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
    Windows
    Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 39.7%, Medieval 24.7%, Dark 17.4%, Atmospheric 10%, Action 8.1%

  60. #60 A Violent Revelry
    67% matchMixed66% of 82 reviews2022
    Dev: Julian Edison
    Windows

    Explore a procedurally generated world while bolstering your power in increasingly absurd ways. Mechanics-heavy and brimming with deliberate, messy bladeplay. Join the revelry!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.3%, Hack and Slash 24.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

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