- #1 Legend of Grimrock 2
97% matchVery Positive91% of 4,070 reviews2014
Dev: Almost Human Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawling role playing game with a modern execution but an oldschool heart. A group of four prisoners have shipwrecked on the secluded Isle of Nex. The island is filled with ancient crumbled ruins, mysterious shrines and a vast underground network of dungeons.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 42.2%, Grid-Based Movement 22.8%, RPG 19.6%, Fantasy 4.4%, Party-Based RPG 3.9%
- #2 The Darkness Below
96% matchVery Positive81% of 77 reviews2026
Dev: ELEFTHERIADIS SAVVAS
Windows · Linux
Embark on an epic journey into "The Darkness Below", a homage to the golden era of 90's cRPGs, with grid-based movement, turn-based combat and 2.5D perspective. Wander a vast and colorful fantasy world filled with puzzles, exotic creatures, forgotten dungeons and ancient guardians.
Why similar: CRPG 27.4%, Dungeon Crawler 19.6%, Grid-Based Movement 13.8%, RPG 10.6%, 1990's 6.7%
- #3 Dverghold
94% matchVery Positive97% of 98 reviews2026
Dev: Team SorgarnPub: AIP
Windows
When the Dwarves of Dverghold awakened something ancient beneath the isle of Rekestt, King Sterren sent word across the Shattered Sea: brave the haunted depths, or let the darkness rise. Oldschool dungeon crawler with turn-based combat and atmospheric soundtrack by Dungeon Synth artist Splendorius.
Why similar: CRPG 23.1%, Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Grid-Based Movement 14.4%, RPG 7.6%, 1990's 7.5%
- #4 7 Mages
96% matchMixed64% of 142 reviews2016
Dev: Napoleon Games, s.r.o.Pub: Jindřich Skeldal
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
The epic RPG 7 Mages in the tradition of the greatest classics of the genre takes you around the magical island of Roven.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 38.9%, RPG 38%, Grid-Based Movement 19.9%, First-Person 3.3%
- #5 Might & Magic X - Legacy
95% matchMixed66% of 3,422 reviews2014
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
After a decade, a Might & Magic® RPG is back with both the unique core formula and a new set of improved and fine-tuned features. The best RPG of its class!In the wake of the spectacular events in Might & Magic® Heroes® VI, you will play in a party of four adventurers entangled in intrigue and political machinations unfolding in...
Why similar: RPG 31%, Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, CRPG 15.7%, Turn-Based 11.2%, Grid-Based Movement 7.8%
- #6 Legends of Amberland III: The Crimson Tower
94% matchVery Positive98% of 53 reviews2026
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Legends of Amberland III: The Crimson Tower is a classic western RPG inspired by great 90s era games such as Might & Magic, Wizardry, Ultima, the Gold Box series. Light, fairy tale, epic, heroic, slightly humorous adventure.
Why similar: CRPG 25.6%, Dungeon Crawler 20.1%, Grid-Based Movement 13.8%, RPG 12.4%, 1990's 7.5%
- #7 Dawn of the Ashen Queen
93% matchVery Positive83% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Shattered Moon Games
Windows
Dawn of the Ashen Queen is a classic grid-based dungeon crawler. Set out with your party to reveal the legacy of a millennia old curse in a narrative-rich experience. Explore the colorful world of Eshavon, unearth its many secrets and fight dangerous foes sent out to stop you in your mission.
Why similar: CRPG 29%, Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Grid-Based Movement 16.1%, RPG 10%, Old School 8.3%
- #8 Ludus Mortis
91% matchVery Positive89% of 96 reviews2024
Dev: 68k Studios
Windows · Linux
Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler set in a Dark Fantasy version of the Imperial Rome. Create and develop your party, explore catacombs, manage your Gladiatorial School and fight demons and undead to free Rome. Inspired by old-school cRPG from the 80s and 90s.
Why similar: CRPG 20.9%, Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, Grid-Based Movement 14.7%, RPG 10.9%, 1990's 10.3%
- #9 Zavix Tower
92% matchMostly Positive73% of 343 reviews2016
Dev: Batholith EntertainmentPub: Indie Voyage
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Zavix Tower is an old-school, party-based, first-person CRPG with rogue-like elements, an upgrade-able and persistent town, and turn-based combat.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, RPG 19.1%, CRPG 18.5%, Grid-Based Movement 14.6%, Turn-Based 6.5%
- #10 A Kobold Story : Trenchcoat Adventurer
90% matchVery Positive96% of 83 reviews2026
Dev: Crystal Spider Games
Windows · Mac
Join three hungry Kobolds (and several Trenchcoats) in a hand-drawn, classical dungeon-crawling adventure to be Great Heroes - but mostly to find Shiny Things and Eat Good Food!
Why similar: CRPG 24.4%, Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Grid-Based Movement 13.4%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, RPG 9.1%
- #11 The Fall of the Dungeon Guardians - Enhanced Edition
91% matchVery Positive84% of 677 reviews2015
Dev: Mana Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.7%, Grid-Based Movement 19%, RPG 16.8%, Old School 10.9%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #12 Legends of Amberland II: The Song of Trees
89% matchVery Positive97% of 157 reviews2023
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Legends of Amberland II: The Song of Trees is a classic western RPG inspired by great 90s era games such as Might & Magic, Wizardry, Ultima, the Gold Box series. Light, fairy tale, epic, heroic, slightly humorous adventure.
Why similar: CRPG 35.2%, Dungeon Crawler 22.4%, RPG 9.1%, Grid-Based Movement 6.4%, Party-Based RPG 6.3%
- #13 The Quest
89% matchVery Positive86% of 538 reviews2016
Dev: Redshift Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The Quest is a beautifully hand-drawn open world role playing game with old school grid-based movement, turn based combat and intricate quests. Explore a huge world, full of challenging mysteries and dangerous monsters!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.4%, Grid-Based Movement 22.4%, RPG 19.9%, CRPG 9.4%, Retro 5.1%
- #14 Wizardry: The Five Ordeals
87% matchVery Positive85% of 552 reviews2023
Dev: 59 StudioPub: Game*Spark Publishing
Windows
Welcome to the world of dungeon crawling! The classic dungeon crawler released back in 2006, returns to Steam with improved UI and more.
Why similar: CRPG 25%, Dungeon Crawler 24.4%, Grid-Based Movement 12.3%, RPG 11.5%, Old School 5.9%
- #15 Dungeon Of Dragon Knight
88% matchMostly Positive77% of 361 reviews2019
Dev: HexGameStudio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Dungeon of Dragon Knight is a retro dungeon crawler RPG in modern visual design. Pointed by a mysterious witch, your party will descend into a dungeon with traps and monsters in search of the evil Dragon Knight and his treasure weapon. Or, are you fooled by the witch?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.3%, Grid-Based Movement 23.6%, RPG 16.4%, Party-Based RPG 7.4%, Old School 6.4%
- #16 The Bard's Tale Trilogy
86% matchVery Positive95% of 1,551 reviews2018
Dev: Krome StudiosPub: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Bard's Tale Trilogy is a complete remaster of the iconic series that helped define the RPG genre. Featuring updated graphics and optional quality of life gameplay features, this is the ideal way to experience the dungeon crawling challenge that made the original games beloved classics.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.6%, RPG 23.7%, Grid-Based Movement 16.2%, CRPG 8.5%, Old School 6.3%
- #17 Legend of Grimrock
86% matchVery Positive93% of 6,723 reviews2012
Dev: Almost Human Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 41.7%, RPG 19.4%, Grid-Based Movement 18.8%, Old School 7.7%, Party-Based RPG 4.8%
- #18 Wizardry 8
85% matchVery Positive90% of 1,220 reviews2013
Dev: Sir-Tech CanadaPub: Drecom Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%
A New Wizardry for a New GenerationThe universe is in the throes of violent upheaval and change. Vast and mysterious forces are preparing for the final confrontation. A small group of heroes from distant lands must plunge into the heart of the maelstrom, to uncover long-forgotten secrets, and bring about a new era.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.2%, RPG 23.9%, CRPG 22.7%, Party-Based RPG 9.9%, Old School 5.5%
- #19 Infinite Adventures®
84% matchVery Positive90% of 146 reviews2018
Dev: Stormseeker Games
Windows
Infinite Adventures® is a turn-based, first-person dungeon crawler with deep party customization, strategic combat, and a fully voiced story. Inspired by classic RPGs for a nostalgic yet modern gameplay experience. Assemble your party and explore the Labyrinth to discover the truths of your past.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.1%, Grid-Based Movement 17.1%, RPG 13.1%, Old School 9.5%, Hand-drawn 8.8%
- #20 Old School RPG
82% matchVery Positive80% of 65 reviews2024
Dev: Head Buzz Games, LLC
Windows
Old School RPG is a first-person fantasy role playing game. It is heavily influenced by The Bard's Tale, Might and Magic and Wizardry series of games. Create a party of adventurers and clear out dungeons and solve puzzles. Find and eliminate the source of evil that has come to your lands.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.5%, RPG 26.1%, Party-Based RPG 18.8%, Old School 13.5%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #21 Operencia: The Stolen Sun
83% matchMostly Positive77% of 580 reviews2020
Dev: Zen Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Operencia: The Stolen Sun embraces everything you love about classic first-person dungeon-crawlers, enhancing the old-school turn-based RPG experience with modern sensibilities. Guide a team of memorable characters through a world inspired by Central European mythology.
Why similar: CRPG 27.5%, Dungeon Crawler 25.5%, RPG 13.1%, Grid-Based Movement 13%, Party-Based RPG 7.7%
- #22 Legends of Amberland: The Forgotten Crown
82% matchVery Positive94% of 314 reviews2019
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Legends of Amberland: The Forgotten Crown is a classic western RPG inspired by the games from the 90s. Basically, it’s the kind of game I personally find missing nowadays. Light, fairy tale, epic, heroic, slightly humorous and without the need of endless grind to progress.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.8%, CRPG 19%, Grid-Based Movement 17.8%, RPG 12.6%, Party-Based RPG 7.4%
- #23 The Legend of Candlewind: Nights & Candles
84% matchVery Negative11% of 54 reviews2015
Dev: Atmosphere Entertainment StudiosPub: 2tainment GmbH
Windows
The Legend of Candlewind: Nights & Candles returns to the traditions of old role-playing legends. Go up against the forces of evil in hand-drawn dungeons, step by step. Following in the footsteps of classic dungeon crawlers, players will take part in turn-based battles that will put their skills to the ultimate test.
Why similar: RPG 50.1%, CRPG 49.9%
- #24 Dungeon Antiqua 2
78% matchVery Positive95% of 279 reviews2026
Dev: Shiromofu FactoryPub: Shiromofu Factory
Windows · Mac
Relive the golden age of dungeon RPGs with Dungeon Antiqua 2! A retro 2D dungeon crawler bursting with SNES nostalgia. Hack, slash, and survive relentless side-view encounters! With 10 jobs and endless skill combos, forge the ultimate party and conquer the depths—if you dare!
Why similar: CRPG 35%, RPG 26.2%, Dungeon Crawler 25.1%, 1990's 10.8%, Turn-Based 2.1%
- #25 The Keep
81% matchMostly Positive70% of 190 reviews2017
Dev: CINEMAX GAMES
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Explore the subterranean depths in this first-person dungeon crawler with real-time combat, a unique rune magic system, exploration, and puzzle solving. This game will awaken memories of what made old-school dungeons so much fun to play while you fight, hunt for hidden treasures, and avoid deadly traps.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.4%, Grid-Based Movement 23%, RPG 15.9%, Old School 11.2%, Fantasy 7.5%
- #26 The Deep Paths: Labyrinth Of Andokost
81% matchMixed59% of 130 reviews2016
Dev: Steve Jarman
Windows · Mac
The Deep Paths: Labyrinth Of Andokost is a first-person, dungeon crawling RPG.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 33%, RPG 29.7%, Grid-Based Movement 24.1%, Party-Based RPG 5.4%, Fantasy 5%
- #27 Swords and Sorcery - Underworld - Definitive Edition
80% matchMostly Positive75% of 113 reviews2015
Dev: OlderBytes
Windows
Swords and Sorcery - Underworld is a party-based, first person view role-playing game with turn-based combat and a square grid 3D environment. The art was made by a professional comics illustrator.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21%, CRPG 20.4%, Grid-Based Movement 14.4%, RPG 12%, Hand-drawn 8.3%
- #28 Grimoire : Heralds of the Winged Exemplar (V2)
79% matchMixed69% of 634 reviews2017
Dev: Cleveland Mark BlakemorePub: Golden Era Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 29.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Cleveland Mark Blakemore's Magnum Opus! The ultimate classic style turn-based roleplaying game in the tradition of Wizardry, Might&Magic, Lands Of Lore and Eye of the Beholder! 600+ hours of play with hand-painted graphics and old skool goodness!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30%, RPG 19.1%, Grid-Based Movement 18.3%, CRPG 10.7%, Party-Based RPG 8.3%
- #29 Wizardry: Labyrinth of Lost Souls
79% matchMostly Positive71% of 457 reviews2020
Dev: ACQUIRE Corp.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The magic torches are lit, the monsters are ravenous, and the kingdom is waiting for a new hero. Experience the legendary Wizardry series’ modern rebirth as you traverse perilous dungeons and take on hordes of fantastic enemies. Are you up to the challenge?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 42.7%, RPG 31.3%, Grid-Based Movement 14.8%, Party-Based RPG 4.1%, Retro 3.4%
- #30 Path of the Abyss
74% matchVery Positive93% of 675 reviews2025
Dev: Suzuki Suzuzou
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Dive deep into the Abyss.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.6%, Grid-Based Movement 21.2%, RPG 14.6%, Hand-drawn 11.4%, Old School 7.7%
- #31 Archaelund
75% matchVery Positive85% of 414 reviews2024
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows
Explore a vast open world and crawl through dungeons in first person, then fight tactical turn-based battles from a top-down perspective. Guide your adventuring party through Archaelund, mankind's last frontier, and uncover its many secrets.
Why similar: CRPG 23.8%, Dungeon Crawler 22.5%, Grid-Based Movement 17%, RPG 14.8%, Party-Based RPG 8.3%
- #32 Elminage Gothic
78% matchMixed69% of 211 reviews2014
Dev: Starfish-SD IncPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
From the makers of the world renowned “Wizardry Empire” titles, Starfish SD brings you the latest entry in their popular series of dungeon crawlers. Elminage Gothic, previously only available in Japanese on PlayStation® Portable, now comes to PC offering a classic old school dungeon crawling experience with a dark, gothic twist!
Why similar: CRPG 26.1%, Dungeon Crawler 22.2%, Grid-Based Movement 14.6%, RPG 11.5%, Old School 5.6%
- #33 Heroes of a Broken Land
77% matchVery Positive85% of 234 reviews2014
Dev: Winged Pixel Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A Broken Land, shattered by the Wizards of old, the Fragments of the Old World are adrift in the Void. You must visit and restore each Fragment of the Void, only then can the World be rebuilt. However you are trapped in a crystal body, unable to act alone. Heroes of a Broken Land is a turn-based, dungeon crawling, town management RPG.
Why similar: RPG 38.3%, Dungeon Crawler 33.2%, Grid-Based Movement 13.4%, Turn-Based 8.4%, Party-Based RPG 3.8%
- #34 Cyclopean: The Great Abyss
74% matchVery Positive89% of 172 reviews2025
Dev: Schmidt Workshops
Windows
Cyclopean: The Great Abyss is a small scale, mechanics driven CRPG/Roguelike in a retro, monochromatic style, that takes place in the underworld of H.P. Lovecraft's Dreamlands.
Why similar: CRPG 32%, Dungeon Crawler 25.5%, Grid-Based Movement 17.8%, RPG 13.2%, Party-Based RPG 6.7%
- #35 Crescent Tower
73% matchVery Positive90% of 218 reviews2025
Dev: Curry CroquettePub: AMATA Games
Windows
Aspire to reach the top of Crescent Tower that appears just once every 50 years! An authentic 8-bit style dungeon crawler RPG with a retro level of difficulty, where you repeatedly explore, level up, and traverse dungeons!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 39.8%, RPG 32.5%, Party-Based RPG 12.9%, Fantasy 6.9%, Retro 6.9%
- #36 Elminage ORIGINAL - Priestess of Darkness and The Ring of the Gods
77% matchVery Positive85% of 85 reviews2017
Dev: Starfish-SD IncPub: mebiusu.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
With simple gameplay, sense of freedom and even graphics/sound customization, create and raise your very own party of characters before setting forth across this fantasy world to defeat the monsters that lurk in the labyrinth-like dungeons in this 3D dungeon RPG.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.7%, Grid-Based Movement 18.3%, RPG 17.6%, CRPG 13%, Turn-Based 5.8%
- #37 Paper Sorcerer
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 646 reviews2014
Dev: Ultra Runaway Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Paper Sorcerer is a stylish single player turn based RPG focused on strategy, party-building, and environmental puzzles. Fight with the skills and spells you've learned in a battle system that emphasizes strategy over grinding. Assemble a party of monsters and dark creatures to fight alongside you.
Why similar: CRPG 26.4%, Dungeon Crawler 23.2%, Hand-drawn 11%, RPG 10.3%, Old School 9.7%
- #38 S.O.L School Of Labyrinth
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 89 reviews2026
Dev: SUSHI LabPub: SUISHIN
Windows
A dungeon crawl RPG set in an otherworldly realm beneath an old school building. Explore again and again, restore your base, and find your way back to everyday life.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 47.9%, RPG 33.1%, 1990's 18.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #39 Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 288 reviews2013
Dev: Sir-TechPub: Drecom Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6 minMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 24%
FULL-COLOR ANIMATED graphics DIGITIZED sound (NO add-on cards required)HARD DISK supported11 Races, 14 Professions (with rankings!)Weaponry, Physical and Academia SkillsSix Spellbooks, 462 CombinationsNon-Player CharactersAn arsenal of over 400 researched itemsVaried Fighting ModesPrimary and Secondary AttackContinuous JourneyUnlimited...
Why similar: RPG 24.6%, Dungeon Crawler 24.1%, CRPG 16%, Grid-Based Movement 13.3%, Party-Based RPG 5.9%
- #40 Inferno - Beyond the 7th Circle
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 109 reviews2021
Dev: 68k Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler with survival elements. It's inspired by classic cRPG from the 90s. An old-school game for hardcore players.
Why similar: CRPG 25.4%, Dungeon Crawler 22.2%, Grid-Based Movement 17.7%, 1990's 13.5%, RPG 12%
- #41 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
70% matchVery Positive94% of 3,616 reviews2024
Dev: High North Studios ASPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat
Why similar: CRPG 47.6%, RPG 17.7%, Old School 14.1%, Party-Based RPG 10.5%, Fantasy 7.9%
- #42 Heroes of the Seven Islands
70% matchVery Positive100% of 201 reviews2025
Dev: Rap2hPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows · Mac · Linux
An open world party-based RPG with turn-based combat. Heroes of the Seven Islands is a comfy yet challenging mid-sized adventure in a vast fairytale world, inspired by 90s games.
Why similar: CRPG 42.6%, Hand-drawn 18.1%, Old School 12.2%, RPG 10.6%, Party-Based RPG 10%
- #43 Drawngeon: Dungeons of Ink and Paper
73% matchVery Positive81% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: DarkDes Labs
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Inkland - the hand-drawn unusual world. Reveal the secret of the Mysterious Tower in this old-school role-playing game with a first-person perspective, real-time combat and grid-based movement.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.9%, Grid-Based Movement 29.1%, RPG 20.4%, Retro 8.7%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #44 Eschalon: Book I
72% matchVery Positive86% of 418 reviews2009
Dev: Basilisk Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Eschalon: Book I is an old-school role-playing game that will take you across massive outdoor environments and deep into dozens of sprawling dungeons as you seek to uncover the mystery of who you are. It features a tile-built, turn-based game world where the result of absolutely every action is rolled, calculated or statistically...
Why similar: RPG 49.3%, CRPG 23.8%, Turn-Based 10.9%, Fantasy 7.8%, Old School 7.4%
- #45 Avadon 3: The Warborn
72% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2016
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Huge, old-school, indie fantasy role-playing adventure. Features an epic story and tactical, turn-based combat. Explore cunning dungeons, hunt for 100s of magical artifacts, and use dozens of magical abilities. Many different endings. Will you save your people or betray them? It's up to you.
Why similar: CRPG 32.5%, RPG 26.3%, Grid-Based Movement 13.7%, Old School 8.2%, Party-Based RPG 5%
- #46 THYSIASTERY
68% matchVery Positive82% of 318 reviews2026
Dev: DIRGA
Windows · Linux
THYSIASTERY is a dungeon crawler RPG featuring traditional roguelike and turn-based gameplay. Command a party of bearers of the Brand, drawn into a vast Labyrinth. Recruit while exploring the Labyrinth in hope of finding a way out, and its secrets will be revealed as you delve deeper.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37.8%, Grid-Based Movement 20.8%, RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based 9.7%, Party-Based RPG 9.5%
- #47 StarCrawlers
71% matchVery Positive83% of 899 reviews2017
Dev: Juggernaut Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
StarCrawlers is a modern take on a classic cRPG dungeon crawler set in a gritty spacepunk universe. Build a crew of renegade adventurers on the fringes of space, taking jobs from megacorps to hunt bounties, sabotage rivals and conduct corporate espionage.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.6%, CRPG 24.6%, RPG 19.2%, Grid-Based Movement 16.2%, Turn-Based 3.8%
- #48 Vaporum
70% matchVery Positive85% of 1,064 reviews2017
Dev: Fatbot Games, s. r. o.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Vaporum is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Stranded in the middle of an ocean, in front of a gigantic tower, the hero has to find out what the place is, what happened there, and most importantly, who he is.
Why similar: CRPG 36.4%, Dungeon Crawler 26.4%, Grid-Based Movement 15.7%, RPG 13.2%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #49 The Dragons' Twilight
71% matchVery Positive94% of 62 reviews2017
Dev: G. A. Williams
Windows
Classic 90's Style Turn-Based RPG. All of the feels with minimal grind!
Why similar: RPG 29.5%, 1990's 19.4%, Fantasy 12.9%, Turn-Based 12.4%, Retro 11.7%
- #50 Caves of Lore
68% matchVery Positive92% of 439 reviews2023
Dev: by Mike Robins
Windows · Mac
I created Caves of Lore because of my deep love for RPGs. This project took me 6 years to make and I learned a lot about coding, art, and storytelling. If you reach the end then be sure to let me know! Caves has deep combat, classic-styled pixel art, and (of course) LORE! 📖
Why similar: CRPG 33.4%, Dungeon Crawler 22.7%, RPG 12.9%, 1990's 12.5%, Lore-Rich 9.4%
- #51 Wizardry 7: Crusaders of the Dark Savant
71% matchVery Positive82% of 280 reviews2013
Dev: Sir-TechPub: Drecom Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 26%
For the First TimeOutdoor CampaignsFull Soundtrack and EffectsTrue Point & Click Mouse InterfaceAuto-MappingUnprecedented Depth of StoryBegin your adventure in Crusaders of the Dark Savant. Import your characters from Bane of the Cosmic Forge or create a new party capable of surviving the rigors of a strange alien world.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24%, RPG 22.6%, Grid-Based Movement 17.7%, CRPG 14.5%, Party-Based RPG 5.9%
- #52 Etrian Odyssey HD
67% matchVery Positive86% of 1,408 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Beyond the village of Etria lies a mysterious forest with a colossal crack opening to a puzzling labyrinth. Lead a team of explorers into the dungeon with the promise of riches, fame, and adventure!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 54.2%, RPG 23.8%, Grid-Based Movement 10.8%, Fantasy 5.3%, Party-Based RPG 3.6%
- #53 Realms of Antiquity: The Shattered Crown
69% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2021
Dev: Adam HaasePub: Quixotic Software
Windows
A retro-CRPG for the TI-99/4a home computer, also playable in modern Windows.
Why similar: CRPG 45.1%, RPG 17.2%, Old School 12.9%, Retro 9.1%, Party-Based RPG 8.6%
- #54 Skogdal
66% matchVery Positive98% of 133 reviews2025
Dev: Erlend Kirkeboe
Windows
A deckbuilding adventure card game set in a rustic Norwegian town during the 90's. Recruit followers, draft cards and build powerful combos. Explore a hand-crafted world across multiple runs and uncover an unsettling mystery…
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37.9%, Hand-drawn 22.3%, 1990's 21.9%, Turn-Based 15.6%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #55 LEGIE
69% matchVery Positive89% of 212 reviews2017
Dev: Spytihněv
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
A hybrid of adventure game and classic grid-based dungeon crawler, set in the medieval Czech town of Jilemnice and its hilly surroundings.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 29.2%, Dungeon Crawler 25.7%, RPG 19.7%, Old School 12.4%, Retro 8.5%
- #56 Avernum 4: Greed and Glory
65% matchVery Positive94% of 189 reviews2025
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
The cult-classic saga is back! Battle for fame, power, and wealth in the subterranean nation of Avernum. Conquer an enormous underworld in this epic turn-based fantasy RPG. Features huge, clever dungeons, varied and cunning foes, 100s of artifacts to find or craft, and a really cool story.
Why similar: CRPG 26.4%, RPG 24.3%, Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Party-Based RPG 9.5%, Grid-Based Movement 8.4%
- #57 The Secret of Varonis
66% matchVery Positive99% of 81 reviews2024
Dev: Wombat Logic
Windows · Mac
An indie Gameboy-style RPG. Build a party from four unique races and unravel the mystery of Varonis through challenging old-school turn-based combat.
Why similar: RPG 44.9%, 1990's 17.2%, Retro 16.3%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #58 Vaporum: Lockdown
67% matchVery Positive84% of 316 reviews2020
Dev: Fatbot Games, s. r. o.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Vaporum: Lockdown, a prequel to Vaporum, is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Follow the story of Ellie Teller, a scientist struggling to survive disastrous events that happened in the tower of Arx Vaporum.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.8%, Grid-Based Movement 21.6%, RPG 20.9%, CRPG 11.5%, Old School 4.8%
- #59 Dark Quest
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 207 reviews2015
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Dark Quest is a turn-based dungeon crawler where you command a party of heroes on an epic quest to defeat the dark sorcerer and his minions, and save the land from his dark magic.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 40.1%, RPG 22.2%, 1990's 18.1%, Turn-Based 9.7%, Fantasy 8.4%