- #1 Buriedbornes - Dungeon RPG
97% matchVery Positive88% of 1,428 reviews2022
Dev: Nussygame
Windows
The oldest and most abhorrent Prophecy has become reality. This is endless and merciless warfare for Buriedbornes, army can revive forever.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Text-Based 9.2%, Hack and Slash 9.2%, Lovecraftian 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor to the seed game, offering the same core mechanics and dark, minimalist dungeon-crawling experience.
- #2 Path of Achra
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 3,239 reviews2024
Dev: UlfsirePub: Slouching Beast LLC
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Path of Achra is a dark fantasy roguelike of the ancient earth, with a focus on streamlined controls and rapid hero customization. A "broken build sandbox." Fight through the deadly lands of Achra to reach the horrors of the Obelisk, and discover what lies beyond...
Why similar: Roguelike 39.1%, Dark Fantasy 27%, RPG 17.3%, Medieval 11.4%, 2D 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly deep build-crafting and tactical, turn-based combat that mirrors the complexity of Buriedbornes.
- #3 Grim Quest - Old School RPG
96% matchVery Positive92% of 156 reviews2022
Dev: Monomyth
Windows
A dark fantasy RPG blending dungeon crawling, turn-based combat and roguelike mechanics with hand-drawn art and written storytelling. Part solo tabletop campaign, part choose-your-own-adventure, it offers an immersive experience designed for both quick ventures and night-long sessions.
Why similar: Text-Based 14.5%, Lovecraftian 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Roguelite 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A text-based, dark fantasy RPG that captures the minimalist, atmospheric dungeon-crawling feel of the seed game.
- #4 Darkest Dungeon®
95% matchVery Positive92% of 161,643 reviews2016
Dev: Red Hook Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 45.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?
Why similar: Lovecraftian 35.1%, Dark Fantasy 23.9%, Roguelike 18.7%, RPG 10.5%, Roguelite 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive dark, party-based, turn-based dungeon crawler that shares the seed game's punishing atmosphere and tactical depth.
- #5 B100X - Auto Dungeon RPG
94% matchVery Positive80% of 975 reviews2021
Dev: Nussygame
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Devilishly addictive RPG presented by Nussygame, the developer of "Buriedbornes"!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.3%, Old School 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, RPG 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on automated dungeon crawling with deep loot and character-building systems similar to the seed game.
- #6 Iratus: Lord of the Dead
94% matchVery Positive86% of 8,249 reviews2020
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.5%, Roguelike 18.2%, RPG 16.5%, Lovecraftian 16%, Roguelite 14.3%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, tactical, party-based dungeon crawler where you command an army of the undead against heroes.
- #7 Siralim Ultimate
93% matchVery Positive93% of 2,535 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 33.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.
Why similar: Medieval 33%, RPG 30.3%, Fantasy 21.3%, 2D 15.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers near-infinite progression and extreme character customization for players who love min-maxing their builds.
- #8 Slice & Dice
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,562 reviews2024
Dev: Tann
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tactical dice-rolling roguelike combat. Take control of 5 heroes, each with their own unique dice. Fight your way through 20 levels of monsters and try to take on the final boss. If you lose a single fight you have to start over so be careful (and lucky!).
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Roguelike 15.4%, Roguelite 13.4%, Medieval 10%
Why You'll Like It: A highly tactical, turn-based roguelite that uses dice-based combat to create deep, fast-paced strategic decisions.
- #9 OneBit Adventure
92% matchVery Positive87% of 740 reviews2022
Dev: Galactic Slice, LLC
Windows · Mac
OneBit Adventure is a casual turn-based roguelike where you adventure as far as possible to level up and battle against rogue monsters. Your primary goal in OneBit Adventure is to survive and loot. Choose from a variety of classes and build the ultimate class.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.9%, Lovecraftian 17.3%, Roguelike 16.7%, Roguelite 15.1%, Minimalist 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A simple, turn-based, roguelite dungeon crawler that is easy to pick up and play for quick sessions.
- #10 Few Nights More: Genesis
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 278 reviews2023
Dev: Aeterna LudiPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 35%
The Few Nights More is a roguelike turn-based RPG based in a world where Vampire Lords seek to conquer lost territories and their place in the world. Design and defend your stronghold, slay your enemies with traps, and fulfill your Lord’s true potential, slowly conquering what is rightfully yours.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Roguelike 13%, RPG 12.5%, Roguelite 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based roguelite with dark fantasy themes and tactical party-based combat.
- #11 Desktop Dungeons
90% matchVery Positive84% of 2,358 reviews2023
Dev: QCF Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Each step into the unknown heals you and reveals new obstacles as you guide fresh heros to glorious retirement or ignominious death. Master tactical spells, appease ancient gods and get rich through taxidermy in this award-winning quick-play puzzle-roguelike.
Why similar: Roguelike 60.3%, RPG 13.9%, Roguelite 9.7%, Fantasy 9.6%, Casual 4%
Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-like, turn-based tactical dungeon crawler that rewards careful planning and resource management.
- #12 Moonring
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,451 reviews2023
Dev: Fluttermind, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 45%
A dark-fantasy, turn-based, retro-fusion of classic turn-based RPGs and roguelikes, all presented with a unique neon aesthetic.
Why similar: Lovecraftian 25%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Medieval 16.3%, Old School 15.9%, Roguelike 12.1%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled, turn-based, open-world dungeon crawler that captures the feel of classic RPGs.
- #13 Tales of Maj'Eyal
89% matchVery Positive94% of 7,427 reviews2013
Dev: Netcore Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tales of Maj’Eyal is a roguelike RPG, featuring tactical turn-based combat and advanced character building. Play as one of many unique races and classes in the lore-filled world of Eyal, exploring random dungeons, facing challenging battles, and developing characters with your own tailored mix of abilities and powers.
Why similar: Roguelike 60.3%, RPG 26.3%, Fantasy 8.6%, 2D 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, complex, turn-based roguelike that provides an immense amount of character build variety and tactical challenge.
- #14 Vault of the Void
88% matchVery Positive92% of 3,003 reviews2022
Dev: Spider Nest Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Vault of the Void is a fast-paced roguelike deckbuilder where the power is in your hands. Continuously customise your deck, crafting powerful combos and ingenious strategies. Upgrade your cards with Void Stones, infusing them with new abilities to help defeat the minions of The Void!
Why similar: Roguelite 38.4%, Roguelike 37.3%, Fantasy 14.8%, 2D 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, card-based roguelite that emphasizes deep build variety and strategic combat decisions.
- #15 Stoneshard
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 35,466 reviews2020
Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 38.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.
Why similar: Roguelike 28.6%, RPG 27.6%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Medieval 17.4%, 2D 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A brutal, turn-based, dark fantasy dungeon crawler that emphasizes realistic survival and tactical combat.
- #16 Loop Hero
85% matchVery Positive93% of 36,505 reviews2021
Dev: Four QuartersPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 28.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero.
Why similar: Roguelike 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Roguelite 14.1%, Old School 13.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, atmospheric, and addictive roguelite loop that focuses on character progression and strategic placement.
- #17 Monsters' Den: Book of Dread
87% matchVery Positive92% of 292 reviews2016
Dev: Monstrum
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Enter the Monsters' Den, a place of endless adventure, battle and reward! Lead your party of four heroes through each level of the ever-changing dungeon, fighting in turn-based battles and hunting for that elusive rare loot. The web-game classic comes to Steam!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 24.2%, Roguelike 24.1%, Old School 16.7%, RPG 13.2%, Fantasy 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based, turn-based dungeon crawler that features perma-death and intense tactical combat.
- #18 The Enchanted Cave 2
86% matchVery Positive90% of 841 reviews2015
Dev: dustinaux
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Uncover the dark secrets of a cave with an endless supply of monsters and loot!
Why similar: RPG 68.1%, Roguelike 19.2%, 2D 7.2%, Casual 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A simple, addictive, turn-based dungeon crawler with a focus on loot collection and character progression.
- #19 Caves of Qud
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,599 reviews2024
Dev: Freehold GamesPub: Kitfox Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Inhabit a deeply-simulated science fantasy world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Build a character from over a hundred mutations and cybernetics. The award-winning sandbox roguelike & RPG full of robots, deep lore, and sentient plants.
Why similar: Roguelike 64.7%, RPG 35.3%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, complex, turn-based roguelike that offers unparalleled freedom in character development and exploration.
- #20 Monster Train
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,924 reviews2020
Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Roguelite 20.9%, Roguelike 19%, RPG 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, turn-based roguelite that offers deep strategic depth and high replayability through its card-based combat.
- #21 Sword of the Stars: The Pit 2
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 65 reviews2021
Dev: Kerberos Productions
Windows
The Pit2 returns to the turn-based Roguelike roots of the indie classic and takes you to another alien facility filled with broken machines, warped creatures, and new surprises!
Why similar: Zombies 40.7%, Roguelike 38.4%, RPG 20.9%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi, turn-based, roguelike dungeon crawler that emphasizes resource management and survival.
- #22 Runestone Keeper
84% matchVery Positive84% of 2,460 reviews2015
Dev: BlackfirePub: Cimugames
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Runestone Keeper is a roguelike dungeon crawler that blends classic RPG elements and turn based strategy. Heroes, monsters, equipment, events, magic and skills, traps and devices, shrines and altars, Goddesses and merchants. Choose your weapon and begin an epic adventure!
Why similar: Roguelike 41.2%, RPG 25.4%, Roguelite 22.1%, Casual 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused, turn-based, roguelike dungeon crawler that blends puzzle elements with RPG mechanics.
- #23 Across the Obelisk
82% matchVery Positive80% of 13,075 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamsite GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 20.0 hrsMean: 54.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 37.8%, Roguelike 27.3%, Roguelite 25.1%, Casual 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based, turn-based roguelite that features deep deck-building and strategic combat mechanics.
- #24 Siege of Dungeon
81% matchVery Positive84% of 302 reviews2023
Dev: Binary Tree StudioPub: FirePillar2
Windows
Siege of Dungeon is a strategic team-based rogue-lite, where you challenge strong, cunning monsters and combine relics and skills to build up your team in turn-based combat. What’s waiting for you deep in the dungeon? Could it be a rare treasure or the beginning of despair...?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.8%, Roguelite 18%, Roguelike 16.9%, Medieval 13.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, turn-based, roguelite dungeon crawler with a focus on party management and strategic positioning.
- #25 Necrosmith 2
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,510 reviews2024
Dev: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Like a dead man reanimated by dark sorcery, the necromancer simulator is back! Give the undead the ability to fly over mountains and swim across rivers, explore a fully generated world at night and fend off enemy hordes during the day. Start a new, uhm, life.
Why similar: Zombies 24.1%, Dark Fantasy 20.1%, Roguelite 19%, Old School 17.4%, Roguelike 14.5%
Why You'll Like It: A strategic, roguelite, dungeon management game where you build and command an army of undead creatures.
- #26 Darkest Dungeon® II
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 26,731 reviews2023
Dev: Red Hook Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 34.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Darkest Dungeon II is a roguelike road trip of the damned. Form a party, equip your stagecoach, and set off across the decaying landscape on a last gasp quest to avert the apocalypse. The greatest dangers you face, however, may come from within...
Why similar: Lovecraftian 23.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Roguelite 12.4%, Roguelike 9.7%
- #27 Vampire's Fall 2
76% matchVery Positive91% of 4,227 reviews2026
Dev: Early Morning Studio
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Rise as a vampire in a handcrafted 2D dark-fantasy RPG. Master devastating powers, confront horrific enemies, and forge your destiny in a world shattered by a brutal civil war between humans and vampires.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28.3%, RPG 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 17.9%, Old School 16.6%, Fantasy 8.2%
- #28 Golden Krone Hotel
79% matchVery Positive95% of 336 reviews2017
Dev: Vulgat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Golden Krone Hotel is a gothic horror roguelike. Fight vampires with sunlight or become a vampire yourself and sneak in the shadows. Combines classic turn-based combat with dynamic lighting, an innovative potion system, and fast paced gameplay.
Why similar: Roguelike 58.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, RPG 19.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, vampire-themed, turn-based roguelike that emphasizes tactical positioning and light-based mechanics.
- #29 HellSlave II: Judgment of the Archon
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 331 reviews2026
Dev: Ars GoetiaPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
The Heavens are done waiting. In this dark fantasy dungeon crawler RPG, the Archon descends to end the demon war once and for all. Make your stand in HellSlave II, more immersive, brutal, and customizable than ever. The reckoning begins now.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Old School 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%
- #30 Rogue Empire: Dungeon Crawler RPG
79% matchVery Positive86% of 397 reviews2019
Dev: Portal Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Build unique class-and-race combinations, shape your talents, and test your strategy in a tactical roguelike dungeon crawler packed with campaigns, challenge runs, loot, bosses, and replayable depth. Your plan may be brilliant. The dungeon may disagree.
Why similar: Roguelike 25%, Dark Fantasy 21.4%, Medieval 19.8%, RPG 13.9%, Fantasy 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: A traditional, turn-based, perma-death roguelike that offers a classic dungeon-crawling experience.
- #31 Dungeon Antiqua 2
75% 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: RPG 47.5%, Hack and Slash 42.3%, 2D 10.2%
- #32 Dead Age 2: The Zombie Survival RPG
78% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,336 reviews2021
Dev: Silent DreamsPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The successful indie survival RPG "Dead Age" is back with a vengeance! No other game offers this mix of role-playing, rogue-like, fast-paced turn-based combat and survival all in one. Inspired by Darkest Dungeon, Fallout 1+2, This War of Mine and The Walking Dead.
Why similar: Zombies 41%, Post-apocalyptic 23.2%, Roguelike 13.2%, RPG 13%, Casual 5.7%
- #33 Claustrophobia: The Downward Struggle
81% matchMixed43% of 202 reviews2014
Dev: The Indie Forge
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Grab your weapon of choice, polish your Rogue senses, and get ready to be thrown into the dark and oppressing dungeons of Claustrophobia! Experience deep character development, fast-paced tactical combat, and mountains of epic loot. Here begins a roguelike quest for glory, slaughter, and anything shiny!
Why similar: Roguelike 56.4%, RPG 43.6%
Why You'll Like It: An indie, turn-based, roguelike dungeon crawler that captures the feeling of a desperate, unending descent.
- #34 Endor Awakens: Roguelite DRPG
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: Javier Hernández Torres
Windows
Explore procedurally generated dungeons in this roguelite dungeon crawler. Battle epic monsters, collect loot, and customize your character in strategic turn-based combat. Adapt to a constantly changing world after the fall of Mordoth.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, Roguelike 15.9%, Roguelite 14.6%, RPG 10.2%
- #35 GnollHack
75% matchVery Positive87% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Hyvän mielen pelit ry
Windows
The modern way to play NetHack
Why similar: Roguelike 35.5%, RPG 25.8%, Fantasy 16.3%, Medieval 15.2%, 2D 7.1%
- #36 Soda Dungeon 2
74% matchVery Positive94% of 5,663 reviews2020
Dev: AN ProductionsPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 68.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Everyone’s favorite laid-back dungeon crawler returns in Soda Dungeon 2. Featuring a new adventure, a whole town to upgrade, crafting, new classes, alternate dimensions, and more! It’s everything you loved about the original plus all the stuff you’ve been asking for.
Why similar: Medieval 29%, RPG 28.5%, Fantasy 18.5%, 2D 12%, Casual 12%
- #37 Ultimate ADOM - Caverns of Chaos
77% matchMixed49% of 510 reviews2021
Dev: Thomas BiskupPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Experience the sequel of the traditional roguelike dungeon-crawling classic. Enjoy unlimited replayability through endless procedurally generated dungeons, countless monsters, grafting, crafting and a vast amount of skill trees. Journey into the ever changing depths of the Caverns of Chaos.
Why similar: Old School 27.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.7%, Roguelike 21.2%, Fantasy 13.9%, RPG 12.3%
- #38 Forgotten Mines
74% matchVery Positive80% of 330 reviews2024
Dev: Cannibal GoosePub: Ishtar Games
Windows
Wreak vengeance and retake lost mines from goblins, orcs, skeletons, and demons in this small-scale tactical roguelite RPG. Build the perfect expedition team and turn the underworld red with each challenging, fast-paced run.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.6%, Roguelite 15.7%, Roguelike 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%
- #39 Crawl Tactics
73% matchVery Positive92% of 219 reviews2022
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Crawl Tactics combines classic turn-based tactics with roguelike progression. In Dungeon Mode, face challenging, ever-changing encounters as you explore procedurally generated maps. In Quest Mode, develop your village, train your mercenaries, and defend against growing enemy invasions.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.9%, RPG 12.9%, Roguelike 12.6%, Roguelite 11.1%
- #40 Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2
73% matchVery Positive97% of 385 reviews2023
Dev: CyberConnect2
Windows
The sequel to the captivating tale of Fuga: Melodies of Steel has arrived! This turn-based RPG is back with a ramped up battle system for more strategy, as well as a brand new event system that gives you more thrilling choices to affect your experience!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 37.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 33.7%, RPG 17.5%, Fantasy 11.6%
- #41 Dungeon Mori
72% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: FilthyDrawingsPub: Updog Software
Windows
Explore Dungeons, find loot, customize your character and face monsters! A Dungeon Crawling adventure featuring a choice based exploration and visual character customization!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35%, Text-Based 26.9%, RPG 15.6%, Medieval 9%, 2D 7.1%
- #42 Bonehold
71% matchVery Positive84% of 127 reviews2026
Dev: Pixel Jackal
Windows
Dungeon Crawler with elements of rogue-like and ARPG games. Kill hordes of enemies, duel mighty bosses, and acquire legendary loot!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.8%, Dark Fantasy 24.2%, Hand-drawn 22.5%, Roguelike 13.2%, RPG 10.4%
- #43 Dungeon No Dungeon
73% matchMixed58% of 505 reviews2021
Dev: 302 StudioPub: 302 GAMES INC
Windows · Mac
Dungeon No Dungeon is a turn-based roguelike game with a unique hand-drawn art style, with a strategy system based around body parts that you've likely never encountered before.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 27%, Roguelite 24%, Roguelike 22.5%, RPG 13.4%, Fantasy 11.1%
- #44 DPS IDLE 2
71% matchMixed55% of 590 reviews2026
Dev: YDKR
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
The long awaited sequel to DPS Idle. Collect cards, upgrade cards, defeat monsters, join guilds and recruit heroes. DPS IDLE 2!
Why similar: RPG 56.5%, Fantasy 22.6%, 2D 20.9%
- #45 Incremental Dungeon
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 64 reviews2026
Dev: NauPhy
Windows
Incremental Dungeon is an incremental game in which you fight combatants with exponentially increasing strength via an auto-battler system. Each defeated opponent on the main path unlocks new equipment, shops, or other ways of empowering your build!
Why similar: Text-Based 27.7%, Minimalist 15.5%, RPG 12.9%, Fantasy 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%
- #46 Tarnished Blood 🩸 [Tactic RPG]
69% matchVery Positive90% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Juggler GamesPub: Galaktus
Windows
Tarnished Blood is a turn-based roguelite RPG with a unique time-bending battle mechanic. Hunt massive beasts, harvest their essence, and help a group of hunters survive in the brutal world beneath the Dome!
Why similar: Roguelike 22.6%, Hand-drawn 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%
- #47 Endless RPG
71% matchVery Positive84% of 56 reviews2019
Dev: Kezarus
Windows
Play on randomly generated worlds with a party of characters just the way you like it. You will not be bounded by classes or scripted story, only by your creativity. Make your own journey. Tell your own history.
Why similar: RPG 36.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 28.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 28%, 2D 7.2%
- #48 Reborn: An Idle Roguelike RPG
69% matchMixed66% of 154 reviews2025
Dev: Blake Farnsworth
Windows · Mac
A tactical idle roguelike RPG where you progress through auto-battles, gather resources, craft gear, and brew stat-boosting potions. Build your character, shape a village of evolving NPCs, and uncover hidden truths in a story-driven world that rewards curiosity and time.
Why similar: Roguelite 33%, Dark Fantasy 25.4%, Casual 11.3%, Fantasy 11.1%, 2D 9.4%
- #49 Monsters' Den: Godfall
70% matchVery Positive84% of 561 reviews2017
Dev: Monstrum
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The popular dungeon-crawling RPG series returns! Take your party into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight in turn-based battles, loot and level up! Explore the land and uncover the mysteries of the Godfall!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 31%, Old School 25.9%, RPG 18.5%, Fantasy 15%, 2D 9.6%
- #50 MementoMori
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 513 reviews2025
Dev: Bank of Innovation, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Dive into a World Where Sorrow Meets Beauty
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Hand-drawn 17.9%, Medieval 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.2%, RPG 13.9%
- #51 Incremental Epic Hero 2
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,685 reviews2025
Dev: HapiwakuPub: Idle System, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 188.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
A mixture of incremental/idle and roleplaying game set in fantasy world filled with monsters and things to explore, where battling is constant, almost everything can be upgraded, and with wide array of various prestige mechanics to always keep things interesting and moving forward!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.1%, Roguelike 18.2%, Hand-drawn 16.4%, Roguelite 13.8%, RPG 10.8%
- #52 Path of Idle: Old Gods Rising
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 969 reviews2026
Dev: Small Mill
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.9 hrsMean: 33.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A Lovecraftian idle RPG with auto-battles, loot farming, chests, team strategy, town building, gear crafting, Runewords, stages, towers, realms, and seasons. Serve the Old Gods, build your town, corrupt the chosen, and fight for their awakening!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.8%, Dark Fantasy 25.8%, Hand-drawn 16.3%, RPG 16.2%, Casual 7.1%
- #53 Dungeon Exiles
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 116 reviews2024
Dev: Gronkins
Windows
Conquer the darkness in Dungeon Exiles, an autobattler roguelike set in a dark fantasy world. Descend into the procedurally generated dungeon, level up, unlock synergies and acquire powerful items as you fight for survival and slay the bosses.
Why similar: Roguelike 24.2%, Roguelite 18.9%, Medieval 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, RPG 12.5%
- #54 Monsters' Den Chronicles
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 79 reviews2019
Dev: Monstrum
Windows · Mac
Median: 54 minMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 50%
The third installment in the classic dungeon-crawling RPG series comes to Steam, remastered and better than ever! Build your roster of heroes as you venture into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight monsters in turn-based battles, and find powerful new equipment.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.5%, Old School 22.2%, RPG 17.3%, Fantasy 13.6%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #55 Path of the Abyss
64% matchVery Positive93% of 675 reviews2025
Dev: Suzuki Suzuzou
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Dive deep into the Abyss.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.3%, Old School 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Hand-drawn 14%, RPG 12%
- #56 Desktop Dungeons: Rewind
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 652 reviews2023
Dev: QCF DesignPub: Prismatika
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Desktop Dungeons: Rewind bestows bites of tactical roguelike action, which will quickly fester into a deep, lingering, and strategic obsession. Bargain with gods, equip your spoon and pick your battles, before retreating into the healing darkness. But beware… there are still many monsters to face!
Why similar: Roguelike 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.5%, Roguelite 20.5%, Fantasy 12.5%
- #57 Legendary Creatures 2
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 968 reviews2023
Dev: HideCharaPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Sequel to the acclaimed Legendary Creatures, created by HideChara, and a fun treat combining both roguelike and auto-battler gameplay. Recruit and evolve a large array of troops, creatures, and an arsenal of weapons, to defeat the demon lord spreading corruption across the land.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.2%, Roguelike 23.8%, Roguelite 19.2%, RPG 11.3%, Fantasy 10.8%
- #58 Gumballs & Dungeons
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,856 reviews2025
Dev: QcplayPub: UltraPlayers
Windows
Embark on a free, exciting roguelike adventure with Gumballs & Dungeons! Collect and find hundreds of Gumballs, all with their own unique abilities, and create a synergistic team to tackle procedurally generated dungeons, discovering secrets and a trove of easter eggs as you explore!
Why similar: Roguelike 25.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.3%, Roguelite 21%, RPG 15.6%, Casual 5.5%
- #59 Deep Dungeons of Doom
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 762 reviews2014
Dev: Bossa Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
This game is only for the brave. Dungeons await, each one deeper, each one more perilous and each one more challenging than the last.
Why similar: RPG 38.4%, Casual 18.2%, Roguelike 17.2%, Roguelite 15.8%, Fantasy 10.4%