- #1 Aethermancer
97% matchVery Positive92% of 2,339 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.1%, Perma Death 16%, Roguelike 11.8%, Party-Based RPG 11.5%, Creature Collector 10.5%
- #2 WazHack
96% matchVery Positive90% of 726 reviews2014
Dev: WazPub: Waz Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Time moves forward only when you do in the dungeons of WazHack. Think your way out of problems instead of just spamming 'attack' and 'drink healing potion'.
Why similar: Roguelike 25.4%, Perma Death 24.8%, Turn-Based 20.5%, RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 4.5%
- #3 Dungeon Mercenaries
96% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Redboy GamesPub: Endless Magic Entertainment
Windows
Dungeon Mercenaries is an endless replayability RPG. Every time you wake up, it's a new start, procedurally generated map, randomly generated characters,explore the dungeon with different mercenaries, get reasure chests, gold coins, mercenaries, potions, food, and glory!
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.7%, Perma Death 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Roguelike 12.8%, Difficult 9.2%
- #4 Crown Trick
95% matchVery Positive85% of 5,367 reviews2020
Dev: NEXT StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enter a labyrinth that moves as you move, where mastering the elements is key to defeating enemies and uncovering the mysteries of this underground world. With a new experience awaiting every time you enter the dungeon, let the power bestowed by the crown guide you in this challenging adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.6%, Perma Death 19.1%, Roguelike 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Difficult 8.2%
- #5 Abomi Nation
94% matchVery Positive83% of 136 reviews2021
Dev: Orange Pylon GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Abomi Nation is a roguelike monster-taming RPG. Every playthrough will create a new version of Abomi Nation and provide a unique world with different Abomis for you to find. Explore your universe, watch your Abomis bond, and battle it out as your adventure unfolds in a way totally unique to you!
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.9%, Perma Death 18.3%, Roguelike 13.6%, Creature Collector 13%, Party-Based RPG 12.7%
- #6 Monsters' Den: Book of Dread
94% matchVery Positive92% of 288 reviews2016
Dev: Monstrum
Windows
Median: 2.8 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: Turn-Based 25.6%, Perma Death 19.9%, Party-Based RPG 13.1%, Roguelike 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%
- #7 Die Like a Hero
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pinel Games
Windows
Die Like a Hero is a rogue-lite with turn-based combat, where the best strategy is to attack at the right moment. Fight like a die or die like a hero!
Why similar: Turn-Based 32.7%, Perma Death 20.2%, Roguelike 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%, Dungeon Crawler 7.3%
- #8 Stay Safe: Labyrinth of the Mad
92% matchMostly Positive76% of 42 reviews2019
Dev: Yellowcake Games
Windows · Linux
Many came before, many failed. Copies of previous players are still scattered throughout the dungeon! Thirty-five floors of unforgiving turn based combat with unique spells and weapons. Explore, craft, learn spells and much more on your journey to the top! Will you stay safe?
Why similar: Turn-Based 29%, Perma Death 23%, Roguelike 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, RPG 8.1%
- #9 Darkest Dungeon®
91% matchVery Positive92% of 159,230 reviews2016
Dev: Red Hook Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 44.7 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: Turn-Based Combat 20.2%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Roguelike 16.1%, Perma Death 12.3%, Difficult 9.8%
- #10 Tales of Maj'Eyal
91% matchVery Positive95% of 7,304 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: Turn-Based 31.4%, Perma Death 23.7%, Roguelike 16.5%, Difficult 12.3%, Dungeon Crawler 7.4%
- #11 Heroes of Steel RPG
90% matchMostly Positive77% of 284 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Heroes of Steel is a tactical RPG set in a grim post-apocalyptic fantasy world. Coordinate your party of four heroes in turn-based combat and navigate a engaging world and story.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.7%, Perma Death 17.7%, Party-Based RPG 12.4%, Roguelike 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%
- #12 Ludopolis
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Andriy Bychkovskyi
Windows · Mac
Ludopolis is a roguelike dungeon crawler, in which you have control over the type of next room you'll get into.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.8%, Perma Death 19.1%, RPG 17.9%, Difficult 10%, Roguelike 9.4%
- #13 Princess of Destruction | 滅ぼし姫
89% matchPositive95% of 38 reviews2024
Dev: Steppers' Stop
Windows
This is a simple non-field Roguelike RPG. You can enjoy rewarding battles and powerful growth!
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.8%, Perma Death 26.8%, Roguelike 19.3%, Difficult 10.8%, RPG 7.4%
- #14 Robothorium
88% matchMostly Positive70% of 373 reviews2019
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.9%, RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.5%, Party-Based RPG 10.4%, Roguelike 8.9%
- #15 Stellar Freight: Endless Horizon
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Satellite235Pub: Two Cakes Studio
Windows · Linux
Embark on a Sci-fi Roguelike Turn-based RPG with Tactical combat. Become a Captain of a freight ship, deliver cargo through deep space, manage your crew, upgrade your ship, fight space warships, and build your reputation. Every day brings a new adventure. Space shows no mercy.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.6%, Roguelike 21.7%, Perma Death 13.7%, RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%
- #16 Zavix Tower 2
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Batholith Entertainment
Windows
Zavix Tower 2 is a challenging Party based roguelike with turn-based RPG about Dungeon Crawling through a tower. Recruit Heroes, Upgrade your Town and try to help your mysterious host unravel the mysteries within Zavix Tower!
Why similar: Roguelike 19.6%, RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Perma Death 10.3%
- #17 THYSIASTERY
85% matchVery Positive81% of 262 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: Turn-Based 28.1%, Roguelike 14.4%, Party-Based RPG 12.6%, Difficult 10.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%
- #18 Equilibrium Of Divinity
86% matchMostly Positive70% of 20 reviews2017
Dev: Infernal Anvil Games
Windows
Equilibrium Of Divinity is a dungeon crawler with a classless progression system in a dark fantasy world. Fight your way through many randomly generated dungeons to restore balance to the divine forces.
Why similar: Turn-Based 43.4%, RPG 18.7%, Difficult 16.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%, Roguelike 10.3%
- #19 Desktop Dungeons
84% matchVery Positive84% of 2,346 reviews2023
Dev: QCF Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
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 39.5%, Turn-Based 39.1%, RPG 9.1%, Difficult 7.4%, Dungeon Crawler 2%
- #20 Tupi: The Legend of Arariboia
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mito Games
Windows
Recruit powerful spirits, discover devastating combat synergies, and fuse new creatures in this tactical roguelite RPG. Customize spirit abilities during each expedition, experiment with unique team builds, and grow stronger with village upgrades. Inspired by Shin Megami Tensei and Hades.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.8%, Turn-Based Combat 19.4%, RPG 13.3%, Roguelike 11.7%, Creature Collector 11.6%
- #21 Chains on Sand
82% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Tabula Forge
Windows
Enter the blood-soaked arenas of Chains on Sand, a brutal turn-based roguelike where every strike counts. Build a unique gladiator, survive tactical grid-based combat, and rise through fame, death, and legacy — or die forgotten beneath the sand.
Why similar: Turn-Based 32.6%, Perma Death 19.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Roguelike 14.6%, Difficult 8.5%
- #22 Realm of the Ghost King
83% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Mantis-Eye Labs, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Realm of the Ghost King is a quick-play roguelike where you must battle your way through eight randomly generated dungeons to defeat the Ghost King and become the new king of the realm.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.9%, RPG 25.4%, Perma Death 22.6%, Roguelike 19.8%, 2D 5.3%
- #23 Blood & Chaos
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Guau Games
Windows · Mac
Ancient sacrifices saved the world, but their legacy is unraveling. A party based roguelike inspired by classic '80s RPGs, where every descent into cursed dungeons carries permanent consequences.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.2%, Perma Death 21%, Party-Based RPG 12.8%, Roguelike 12.5%, Difficult 10.6%
- #24 Walthros: Renewal
81% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Super Walrus Games
Windows · Linux
Make some friends, eat some burgers, and unearth terrible secrets from the depths of space. A turn-based RPG with a kind-hearted doofus trying to make tough times a little easier.
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.2%, Party-Based RPG 20.6%, Dark Comedy 13.1%, RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%
- #25 1Quest
82% matchMixed54% of 176 reviews2014
Dev: Ratz 'N' Godz
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
1Quest is a roguelike, a challenging turn based RPG with high replay value
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.3%, Roguelike 30.9%, RPG 29.9%
- #26 Shattered Pixel Dungeon
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,037 reviews2022
Dev: Shattered Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Shattered Pixel Dungeon is a traditional roguelike dungeon crawler that's simple to start but hard to master! Every game is a unique challenge, with six different heroes, randomized levels and enemies, and hundreds of items to collect and use.
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.4%, Perma Death 18.7%, Roguelike 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, Difficult 9.4%
- #27 Possession
79% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2019
Dev: Weirdfellows
Windows · Mac · Linux
Possession is a traditional turn-based roguelike where you play as a ghost trying to make your way to the surface. You are incredibly frail, but have one advantage: you can possess the bodies of the monsters you encounter, and use their strength and abilities as your own.
Why similar: Roguelike 46.8%, Turn-Based 18.4%, RPG 13.2%, Perma Death 13%, Dungeon Crawler 4.6%
- #28 Trinity Archetype
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Machinator Corp
Windows · Linux
Create busted builds and unleash crazy combos in this Skill-Crafting Roguelike RPG! Mix and match bazillions of runes, boost it up in battle, and shatter the chaos consuming your broken world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.3%, Roguelike 16%, Party-Based RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Difficult 9.8%
- #29 Battle Poet
78% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: Jesse Calder
Windows
Battle demons with poetry to reclaim the Holy Mountain in this Strategy Roguelike about combining lines of poetry in turn-based combat.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.4%, Perma Death 22.6%, Roguelike 17.7%, Difficult 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8%
- #30 Dungeon Reels Tactics
78% matchPositive80% of 30 reviews2022
Dev: Grandma's Basement Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dungeon Reels Tactics is a challenging party based RPG roguelike with Slot Machine based Combat. Your party members' unique slot machine will supply your abilities each turn. Make the best decisions to succeed in Battle. Lose party members, recruit new ones, and try to reach The "Great Evil".
Why similar: Perma Death 23.3%, Roguelike 17%, Turn-Based Combat 16.1%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, RPG 10.3%
- #31 Forrader Hero
77% matchVery Positive89% of 83 reviews2023
Dev: VidyGames
Windows
Forrader Hero – turn-based game with roguelike elements where heroes can’t step back and must fight through the end to save their soul in ‘Forgotten Proto.World’ fighting hordes of monsters, undead creatures, and their overlords.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.2%, Perma Death 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Roguelike 16.6%, Dungeon Crawler 4.4%
- #32 MasterQuest Fantasy
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Rubilaxe
Windows
MasterQuest Fantasy is a love letter to the classic 70s and 80s tabletop RPGs. Enter a procedurally generated world where no playthrough will ever be the same!
Why similar: Perma Death 33.5%, Roguelike 28.8%, RPG 19.6%, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%, 2D 5.5%
- #33 Rezrog
77% matchMixed45% of 332 reviews2017
Dev: SoaphogPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Test your fighting spirit as you take your party of brave adventurers on an epic quest to restore peace to the lands of Rezrog in this table-top inspired, turn-based, dungeon crawler. Upgrade your skills & tactically exploit enemy weaknesses as you try to handle everything the dungeons will throw at you.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.1%, Roguelike 18.5%, Perma Death 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Dungeon Crawler 8%
- #34 Path of Thalanos
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Roman Dammer
Windows
Path of Thalanos is a roguelike dungeon crawler with a rich random item and skill system. Encounter many random generated events, shrines, traps and enemies. Build your hero and find out how deep you can go into the dungeon. Each run is unique.
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.4%, Roguelike 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Perma Death 12.5%, Dungeon Crawler 5.9%
- #35 Paper Dungeons Crawler
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 43 reviews2018
Dev: Stephane ValverdePub: Agent Mega
Windows · Mac · Linux
True classic 16 bits Roguelike with an unique magic system. Explore the mysterious Dungeons of Cyndaria and unearth an extensive lore. A plethora of creatures and magical items are waiting for you to step into ever-changing dungeons, with diverse biomes and challenges.
Why similar: Roguelike 23%, RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Perma Death 10.5%
- #36 Turtle River Arena
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Turtle River Game Studios
Windows
A roguelike JRPG where you fight for your freedom in the Arena. Recruit allies, collect equipment, and learn powerful abilites to conquer savage enemies. Death is permanent and always a mistake away.....
Why similar: Perma Death 28%, Roguelike 25.5%, Difficult 15.9%, RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%
- #37 Steam Marines
76% matchMixed50% of 333 reviews2014
Dev: Worthless Bums
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.4%, Roguelike 32.3%, Perma Death 16.5%, RPG 10.9%, Difficult 5.1%
- #38 Skill Eater
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: YAMAYAMADA GAMESPub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
Skill Eaterはスライムになり相手のスキルを奪って成長するローグライトゲームです。 立ちはだかる様々な人間やモンスターを食べて成長し、待ち受けるボスを倒しましょう。
Why similar: Turn-Based 44.4%, Roguelike 27.7%, RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #39 Throne Requiem
73% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Michael Richard Lannon
Windows
Embark on a dark, brutal quest in this first-person, party-based dungeon crawler. Choose from 50 classes to form your 6-member team and conquer the Dark Tower, or recruit monsters in tamer mode. Every decision matters in this medieval world where insanity and death are commonplace. Will you survive?
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.3%, Perma Death 20.5%, Creature Collector 13%, Party-Based RPG 12.8%, Difficult 10.2%
- #40 Lost Flame
71% matchVery Positive96% of 157 reviews2026
Dev: Bartosz Bojarowski
Windows · Linux
Lost Flame is a modern roguelike game featuring unique and challenging turn-based combat. Find your way in the ruined kingdom of Hiraeth while fighting against legendary warriors of the past and spawn of the unfathomable Abysm.
Why similar: Roguelike 46.3%, Turn-Based 20.9%, Perma Death 14.2%, RPG 12%, Difficult 6.5%
- #41 Legend of Keepers: Prologue
73% matchVery Positive92% of 2,377 reviews2019
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 58%
You have been hired as a dungeon master by the Dungeons Company. Your job is simple: Protect their dungeons! Legend of Keepers: Prologue is a playable alpha that will help you get familiar with the game mechanics.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.7%, Perma Death 16.9%, Roguelike 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Difficult 9.8%
- #42 Guild of Ascension
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 59 reviews2021
Dev: WhileOne ProductionsPub: PID Games
Windows
Guild of Ascension is a Tactical-Action-RPG with rogue-lite elements, mixing turn-based combat with real-time action combo system. Craft weapons, learn skills, befriend critters, encounter bizarre creatures, and fight giant Bosses in your Ascension of the Tower!
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.9%, Perma Death 19.3%, Party-Based RPG 11.8%, Roguelike 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%
- #43 Necromancer's Gift
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pensive Lion Studios
Windows · Mac
Necromancer's Gift is a Monster tamer sprinkled with roguelike elements like permadeath and procedurally-generated maps. Capture and face creatures in turn-based battles as you attempt to rescue your dog from a Necromancer that hates humans.
Why similar: Perma Death 25.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.7%, Creature Collector 16.7%, Party-Based RPG 15.7%, Roguelike 13.3%
- #44 Fenestra
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WaterDemon
Windows
A fusion of semi-turn-based battles and roguelike mechanics. Assemble a party of 3 heroes, explore dynamic dungeons, and discover powerful builds as you fight your way through fearsome monsters. Plan ahead and adapt to your surroundings, or meet your inevitable end.
Why similar: Roguelike 52.9%, Perma Death 16.7%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Dungeon Crawler 5.2%
- #45 Dimensionals
70% matchVery Positive80% of 531 reviews2025
Dev: Mino Games
Windows · Mac
Dimensionals is the hottest roguelike turn-based RPG with tons of Heroes to collect and level up. Build a party of 3 heroes and combine hundreds of skills to create insane combos in the ultimate tactical challenge. Fight through an epic story told in the style of voice acted comic book cutscenes.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.2%, Party-Based RPG 13.2%, Roguelike 12.8%, Difficult 10%
- #46 Rift Wizard
71% matchVery Positive92% of 1,051 reviews2021
Dev: Dylan White
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Rift Wizard is a tough as nails fantasy roguelike featuring challenging turn based combat and deep open ended character building. Craft your spellbook from over 100 unique spells and abilities and fight your way through a series of procedurally generated challenges to defeat your nemesis.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.6%, Perma Death 23.9%, Roguelike 17.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Dungeon Crawler 7.5%
- #47 Lost Labyrinth Extended Version
72% matchMixed63% of 62 reviews2015
Dev: Markus DöbelePub: Flying Interactive
Windows · Linux
Lost Labyrinth is a coffeebreak dungeon crawling game!
Why similar: Turn-Based 41%, Roguelike 27.2%, RPG 23.6%, Dungeon Crawler 8.2%
- #48 Threaded Dungeons
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jani Elojoki
Windows
A world threaded in death. Can you cultivate a party of four that defies all odds? Make every action count in tactical turn-based combat. Choose your allegiances carefully. Scour dungeons in search of loot and secrets. Resist or acquiesce to tempting whispers in the darkness.
Why similar: Perma Death 21.7%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.5%, Party-Based RPG 13.9%, Difficult 11.2%
- #49 Dragonwake
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Mr Crops
Windows
Dragonwake is an ASCII roguelike set in Valoria, the land once ruled by the old empire of Istaris before the Starfall. Your heirloom, a blackglass star amulet, draws you to the land just as the primordial dragon begins to stir.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28%, Perma Death 22.2%, Roguelike 13.5%, Difficult 10%, Dungeon Crawler 7.1%
- #50 Defend the Rook
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 243 reviews2021
Dev: One Up PlusPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A roguelike tactics board combat combined with tower defense elements. Defeat the invading hordes to stay alive and save the land! Enjoy more tactics than a normal TD game, combined with the added challenge of building towers and fighting off waves of enemies!
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.1%, Perma Death 18.5%, Party-Based RPG 12.5%, Roguelike 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%
- #51 Castle Greyrot
69% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: sawworm Games
Windows
Castle Greyrot is a tactical boss-rush rogue-lite RPG where brutal battles await at every turn. Train your party, master powerful abilities, and face the horrors of the ever-changing Castle. Can you break its unending curse… or will you fall like the rest?
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Party-Based RPG 16.9%, Difficult 12.6%, Roguelike 10.3%
- #52 Heads Will Roll: Downfall
69% matchMixed68% of 417 reviews2022
Dev: 1917 StudiosPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Heads Will Roll: Downfall is a combination of a tactical role-playing game and visual novel, in which you will assume the role of a medieval soldier.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.7%, Perma Death 20.5%, Roguelike 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Difficult 10.6%
- #53 Rogue Empire: Dungeon Crawler RPG
68% matchVery Positive86% of 390 reviews2019
Dev: Portal Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.2 hrsMean: 11.9 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: Turn-Based 28.4%, Roguelike 16.2%, Perma Death 13.4%, Difficult 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%
- #54 Pixel Dungeon
68% matchVery Positive89% of 444 reviews2015
Dev: Retronic Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Pixel Dungeon is an exciting and extremely popular roguelike (more than 2 million mobile installs!). Explore the depths of Pixel Dungeon, collect useful items and fight fierce monsters to find the Amulet of Yendor - the ultimate artefact of this game world!
Why similar: Roguelike 34.2%, RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based 13.7%, Dungeon Crawler 12.2%, Difficult 9.7%
- #55 Warlondor
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TT23 Entertainment
Windows
Warlondor blends roguelite progression, flexible hero builds, and timeline-based combat where battles flow in real time and pause for key decisions. Play solo or with up to 5 players in co-op, combine hero abilities, unlock build-defining talents, and adapt to unpredictable events and modifiers
Why similar: Turn-Based 34%, Roguelike 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, RPG 10.5%, Difficult 8%
- #56 Dungeon No Dungeon
68% 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: Turn-Based 27.4%, Roguelike 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, RPG 11.7%, Difficult 10.5%
- #57 Perish Parade
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Antang Software
Windows
Perish Parade is a roguelike dungeon-crawler RPG with positional turn-based combat, and an entirely hand-drawn art style. Manage your resources carefully as you explore and fight your way through each area. Create powerful synergies between your party and skills to reach the end. Prepare or perish.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21%, Roguelike 19.4%, Perma Death 18.5%, RPG 14.3%, Party-Based RPG 13.4%
- #58 Netherguild
66% matchVery Positive96% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: David Vinokurov
Windows · Linux
Descend into Netherguild, a tactical grid-based roguelite. Lead expeditions deep into mysterious, strange depths. Explore, battle dangerous foes, and manage resources carefully. Push your limits before returning to resupply. What secrets await below?
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.1%, Perma Death 20.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Roguelike 14.7%, Party-Based RPG 10.9%
- #59 The Bounty V2
67% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2018
Dev: David VogtPub: DLV Games
Windows
The Bounty V2 is a retro-inspired competitive RPG, with an East meets West approach, deviously combined with an arcade high score sensibility. An experience that will challenge your wits as you push to survive, uncover a multitude of secrets, and earn the high score.
Why similar: Turn-Based 32.1%, Roguelike 16.5%, Perma Death 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Difficult 11.3%