- #1 Cladun Returns: This Is Sengoku!
97% matchMostly Positive76% of 88 reviews2017
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In the land of Arcanus Cella, the souls of the dead gather as they await reincarnation. However, some souls have unfinished business to resolve. Grant peace to these souls by traveling across feudal Japan and fighting your way through dungeons filled with monsters and traps!
Why similar: RPG 46.1%, Dungeon Crawler 27.2%, Action 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: As the direct successor in the series, it offers the most authentic experience with refined mechanics and the same signature customization depth.
- #2 Hammerwatch
96% matchVery Positive89% of 6,479 reviews2013
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
Why similar: RPG 32.1%, Dungeon Crawler 27.8%, Retro 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Action 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game captures the classic, fast-paced dungeon-crawling action and pixel-art style that defines the Cladun experience.
- #3 Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming
96% matchVery Positive92% of 555 reviews2014
Dev: OpusPub: Marvelous
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The world's speediest homage/roast to JRPGs! Can you save the world in 30 seconds? Get a quest, find those in need, fight through dungeons, earn cash, get cool loot and level up until YOU>EVIL. Don't have enough time? Pay the Goddess to reset the clock and try again! Over 100 mini-JRPGs for you to test your might with!
Why similar: RPG 39.5%, JRPG 29.2%, Action 8.3%, Retro 7.2%, Action RPG 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the retro-RPG charm and high-speed, arcade-like action that makes Cladun so engaging in short bursts.
- #4 CrossCode
94% matchVery Positive93% of 17,652 reviews2018
Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.5%, RPG 25.5%, JRPG 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Retro 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: While more expansive, its deep combat mechanics and pixel-art world provide a similar level of satisfaction for fans of action-heavy RPGs.
- #5 Fortune Summoners
95% matchVery Positive85% of 878 reviews2012
Dev: LizsoftPub: Carpe Fulgur LLC
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A massive gameworld to explore with nearly a dozen dungeons to delve into.
Why similar: RPG 36.4%, JRPG 34.7%, Action 11.4%, Action RPG 10%, Indie 7%
Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features party-based combat and a charming anime aesthetic that aligns well with the tone of Cladun X2.
- #6 Heroes of Hammerwatch
94% matchVery Positive87% of 9,421 reviews2018
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.
Why similar: RPG 37%, Dungeon Crawler 28%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Action 7.2%, Action RPG 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: It expands on the original with persistent progression and roguelite elements that mirror the addictive nature of Cladun's dungeon runs.
- #7 Ys Origin
93% matchVery Positive93% of 3,562 reviews2012
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.
Why similar: JRPG 36%, RPG 28.6%, Action RPG 16.4%, Action 10.4%, Dungeon Crawler 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers top-tier action-RPG combat and a classic retro feel that fans of fast-paced dungeon crawlers will appreciate.
- #8 Dragon Marked For Death
92% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,074 reviews2020
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dragon Marked For Death is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG game where up to 4 players can play together in online multiplayer. The characters, known as the Dragonblood Clan, have forged a pact with the Astral Dragon, which granted them special new powers.
Why similar: RPG 37.1%, JRPG 25.6%, Action 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action RPG 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action RPG with beautiful pixel art and deep character-specific mechanics that feel right at home with the Cladun aesthetic.
- #9 Evoland 2
91% matchVery Positive87% of 3,879 reviews2015
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Evoland 2 is an unique RPG, with its graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through a deep storyline based on time travel.
Why similar: RPG 43.8%, Retro 15.9%, JRPG 12.2%, Action 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A love letter to RPG history that shifts through various styles, capturing the same nostalgic joy found in Cladun's retro presentation.
- #10 Hack, Slash, Loot
91% matchMixed52% of 752 reviews2012
Dev: David Williamson
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A single-player turn-based dungeon crawler. Take control of a lone hero and explore sprawling dungeons, fight dangerous monsters.
Why similar: RPG 59%, Indie 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%, Singleplayer 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, addictive dungeon crawler that strips away the fluff to focus on the core combat and loot loop.
- #11 Diehard Dungeon
90% matchMostly Positive73% of 499 reviews2014
Dev: Tricktale
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Combining its own unique take on the real-time roguelike genre, with a nostalgic 16-bit look and feel, Diehard Dungeon is a game that feels both familiar and quite different at the same time. Followed by a trusty, treasure collecting companion chest, you must make your way through the dungeons many randomly-generated rooms and levels.
Why similar: RPG 33.8%, Violent 19.2%, Action 14.6%, Retro 10.8%, Indie 9%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled dungeon crawler that emphasizes action and randomized encounters, much like the dungeon-diving in Cladun.
- #12 Undungeon
89% matchMixed64% of 375 reviews2021
Dev: Laughing MachinesPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Undungeon is a gorgeous Action/RPG driven by intense real-time combat and an immensely rich science fiction story. Travel between dimensions and change the world around you in an attempt to reconstruct the shattered Multiverse.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.2%, Dungeon Crawler 23.7%, RPG 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A stylish action-RPG with pixel art and complex character building that offers a similar sense of discovery and progression.
- #13 Artifact Adventure Gaiden
89% matchVery Positive85% of 52 reviews2018
Dev: bluffmanPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Experience the Game Boy-like design and 2D open world of this retro JRPG. The choices you make are all up to you, and they may end up providing invaluable help in the future, when disaster strikes... Embark on an adventure in which you sew the threads of your own future.
Why similar: RPG 39.3%, Action 16.2%, JRPG 15.1%, Retro 9.9%, Indie 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a retro-RPG experience with a focus on exploration and player choice that resonates with the classic feel of Cladun.
- #14 9th Dawn II
87% matchVery Positive82% of 167 reviews2016
Dev: Valorware
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 40%
A large scale fully openworld RPG full of fast-paced action, dungeon crawling, with single or multiplayer adventures! Fight plenty of ferocious monsters, collect masses of loot and take on ancient lost puzzles within the depths of Caspartia!
Why similar: RPG 40.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.1%, Action 13%, Action RPG 12.4%, Retro 11%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world action RPG that features dungeon exploration and a variety of character customization options.
- #15 Epic Conquest 2
86% matchVery Positive83% of 409 reviews2020
Dev: Gaco Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 54%
An Action RPG inspired by the classics, with special touch in the game mechanics and anime-style story telling!
Why similar: RPG 49.3%, Action 18.4%, JRPG 12.7%, Indie 10.4%, Action RPG 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A polished indie action-RPG that offers a satisfying combat loop and character progression systems.
- #16 Dredgers
85% matchVery Positive89% of 501 reviews2019
Dev: Pirate-Rob
Windows
Based on traditional rogue-likes, Dredgers is a real-time dungeon crawler where you can play as 30 different races, each having their own stats and skills. With the unique class system you can mix and match classes as you desire, anything from an Archer-Knight to a Berserker-Summoner-Priest is possible!
Why similar: RPG 33.8%, Dungeon Crawler 28.5%, Action RPG 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Singleplayer 3%
Why You'll Like It: A class-based dungeon crawler that allows for significant experimentation with character builds and abilities.
- #17 Scarlett's Dungeon
86% matchMixed69% of 54 reviews2017
Dev: Hard Shark Games
Windows
Scarlett's Dungeon is a retro-inspired action RPG dungeon crawler with roguelite elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fight monsters, and collect loot in beautifully crafted pixel art reminiscent of the Game Boy Advance era. Test your skills as you dive deep into ever-changing challenges!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 42.1%, Pixel Graphics 21.9%, Action 16.8%, Indie 13.9%, Singleplayer 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that focuses on replayability and fast-paced combat within a dungeon environment.
- #18 Etrian Odyssey HD
84% matchVery Positive86% of 1,256 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: RPG 40.8%, Dungeon Crawler 36.3%, JRPG 21.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the core pillars of dungeon crawling: map-making, party customization, and challenging turn-based combat.
- #19 Shiren the Wanderer: The Tower of Fortune and the Dice of Fate
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 919 reviews2020
Dev: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The Classic Roguelike Wanders Onto Steam! Adventure with Shiren the Wanderer and his sidekick Koppa, the talking ferret, through a world filled with cunning monsters, deadly traps and countless treasure.
Why similar: RPG 46.9%, Dungeon Crawler 30.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, JRPG 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential dungeon crawler that emphasizes the high-stakes, tactical gameplay found in the genre.
- #20 Dungeon Travelers: To Heart 2 in Another World
83% matchVery Positive83% of 202 reviews2024
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
The dungeon is dangerous and deep, but with the right party, you can conquer every nook and cranny. Find loot, equip your party, and customize your classes to master the turn-based RPG combat in this old-school dungeon crawler!
Why similar: JRPG 41.3%, RPG 33.3%, Dungeon Crawler 25.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling RPG that leans into anime tropes and deep party-building mechanics.
- #21 Torchlight II
82% matchVery Positive93% of 45,161 reviews2012
Dev: Runic GamesPub: XD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer.
Why similar: RPG 40%, Action RPG 27.5%, Dungeon Crawler 21.5%, Action 6.5%, Indie 3%
Why You'll Like It: While isometric, it excels at the loot-driven, fast-paced dungeon crawling that keeps players coming back for more.
- #22 Class of Heroes 2G: Remaster Edition
82% matchMixed66% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: ZerodivPub: PQube
Windows
Are you ready to take on dark winding dungeons crawling with magic and monsters? Prepare yourself for a remastered classic dungeon crawler, full of exploration, combat, and endless opportunities.
Why similar: JRPG 33.4%, RPG 28.5%, Dungeon Crawler 19.8%, Action RPG 18.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic dungeon crawler that emphasizes party composition and exploration in a retro-inspired setting.
- #23 Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,432 reviews2010
Dev: EasyGameStationPub: Carpe Fulgur LLC
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Recettear is the story of an item shop, the girl who lives in it, and the fairy who turned her life upside down. Recette Lemongrass finds herself in charge of an item shop built into her house, in order to pay back a loan her father took and then skipped out on - and Tear, her newfound fairy "companion", won't take no for an answer!
Why similar: JRPG 31.1%, RPG 30.3%, Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Action RPG 8.5%, Indie 5%
Why You'll Like It: Combines shop management with dungeon crawling, offering a unique, quirky RPG experience with plenty of charm.
- #24 Titan Quest Anniversary Edition
80% matchVery Positive90% of 37,290 reviews2016
Dev: Iron Lore EntertainmentPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 36.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
For its 10 year anniversary, Titan Quest will shine in new splendour. This Anniversary Edition combines both Titan Quest and Titan Quest Immortal Throne in one game, and has been given a massive overhaul for the ultimate ARPG experience.
Why similar: RPG 56.1%, Action RPG 29.7%, Action 6.4%, Dungeon Crawler 5.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that offers massive depth in character builds and skill trees, appealing to those who love tinkering with stats.
- #25 Dungeon Antiqua 2
78% matchVery Positive96% of 223 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 40.9%, JRPG 31.9%, Dungeon Crawler 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Indie 4.7%
- #26 Cladun X3
78% matchVery Positive88% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Villains from near and far have been summoned to Arcanus Cella to participate in a death game in the name of achieving world peace. Do you have what it takes to become the ultimate evil? Test your might and mettle in this highly customizable action RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 27.9%, RPG 22.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.6%, Action RPG 15.7%, Action 9%
- #27 Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 593 reviews2015
Dev: The BitfatherPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Enter the world of PIXEL HEROES and prepare yourself for a thrilling RPG/Roguelike experience like you have never seen before!
Why similar: RPG 60.4%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Indie 11.4%, Retro 10.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled RPG that captures the humor and charm of classic dungeon-crawling adventures.
- #28 Legend of Mana
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,230 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The HD Remaster of Legend of Mana is coming to Steam. Meet a colorful cast of characters, use the unique "Land Make" System to build the World Map, and square off against fearsome monsters in the vibrant world of Fa’Diel.
Why similar: JRPG 34.6%, RPG 27.1%, Action RPG 19%, Retro 10%, Action 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features extensive customization and a beautiful, unique art style that appeals to fans of deep, experimental RPGs.
- #29 Hakoniwa Explorer Plus
79% matchVery Positive83% of 590 reviews2018
Dev: suxamethoniumPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Get ready for a voxel art action game featuring an unprecedented level of freedom! A whole range of cute girl monsters are waiting to punch, kick, wrap you up, suck your blood, and eat you right up.
Why similar: RPG 30.4%, Dungeon Crawler 27.7%, Action RPG 23.5%, Action 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An isometric action-RPG that encourages exploration and experimentation in a charming, pixelated world.
- #30 Dungeon Antiqua
77% matchVery Positive90% of 351 reviews2024
Dev: Shiromofu Factory
Windows · Mac
Dungeon Antiqua is a simple RPG inspired by the Wizardry and Final Fantasy games of the 1980s and 1990s, in which players traverse dungeons by repeatedly exploring and developing their characters.
Why similar: RPG 38.8%, JRPG 32.7%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%, Indie 3.1%
- #31 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
76% matchVery Positive83% of 5,864 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Why similar: RPG 30.5%, Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, Action RPG 20.3%, Action 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #32 QUESTER | OSAKA
77% matchVery Positive86% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Thousand Games
Windows
A dungeon exploration RPG specializing in hack-and-slash. The game is full of challenging elements. There are 32 characters (8 classes), skills to enjoy combos, modifiable armaments, "NEW GAME+" to enjoy playing around, etc.
Why similar: JRPG 34.3%, RPG 27.4%, Dungeon Crawler 23%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Retro 6.4%
- #33 Dungeon Mori
75% matchVery Positive97% of 61 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: JRPG 36.3%, RPG 29.8%, Dungeon Crawler 23.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%, Retro 3.2%
- #34 bit Dungeon
76% matchVery Positive88% of 189 reviews2019
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows
bitDungeon combines randomized loot and fast action combat, explore randomized dungeons and hack and slash your way through dangerous bosses. The difficultly increases as you become stronger and stronger. Build your character how you want with deadly passive abilities.
Why similar: RPG 61.2%, Action 24.6%, Indie 14.2%
- #35 Incremental Epic Hero 2
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,622 reviews2025
Dev: HapiwakuPub: Idle System, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 190.4 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: JRPG 53%, RPG 43.1%, Singleplayer 3.9%
- #36 Crescent Tower
72% matchVery Positive91% of 204 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: RPG 49.1%, Dungeon Crawler 24.2%, Retro 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #37 The Crazy Hyper-Dungeon Chronicles
72% matchVery Positive88% of 258 reviews2025
Dev: Fix-a-Bug
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!
Why similar: RPG 29.5%, Dungeon Crawler 21.9%, Retro 16.3%, Action RPG 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #38 QUESTER
73% matchVery Positive89% of 193 reviews2023
Dev: Thousand Games
Windows
It is a decadent future world built by manga artist Kazushi Hagiwara. A dungeon exploration RPG specializing in hack-and-slash. The game is full of challenging elements. There are 24 characters (8 classes), skills to enjoy combos, modifiable armaments, "NEW GAME+" to enjoy playing around, etc.
Why similar: RPG 39.6%, JRPG 34.8%, Retro 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%, Dungeon Crawler 5.2%
- #39 Elminage ORIGINAL - Priestess of Darkness and The Ring of the Gods
75% matchVery Positive84% of 79 reviews2017
Dev: Starfish-SD IncPub: D3PUBLISHER
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 22.4 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: RPG 34%, Dungeon Crawler 24%, JRPG 15.8%, Violent 15.4%, Retro 7.6%
- #40 Heroes Of Loot: Gauntlet Of Power
73% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Orangepixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mount and upgrade your weapons into special combos in this randomly generated action RPG shooter. Mow down thousands of dungeon dwelling creatures and survive as you descend deeper into the dungeon! Unlock items, complete quests, and find all the secrets to help you reach the boss of bosses!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32%, RPG 31.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Action 13%, Indie 5.8%
- #41 Evoland
74% matchVery Positive83% of 5,946 reviews2013
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Evoland is a journey through the history of action/adventure gaming, allowing you to unlock new technologies, gameplay systems and graphic upgrades as you progress through the game.
Why similar: RPG 48.6%, Retro 18.9%, JRPG 14.3%, Indie 8%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%
- #42 BlazBlue Entropy Effect
69% matchVery Positive94% of 34,781 reviews2024
Dev: 91Act
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.
Why similar: Action 40.8%, Pixel Graphics 32.6%, Indie 19.5%, Singleplayer 7.2%
- #43 NETHER DUNGEONS
71% matchVery Positive83% of 423 reviews2024
Dev: Arakuma Studio
Windows
Nether Dungeons is an action-packed dungeon crawler. Battle through procedurally generated dungeons, face relentless enemies, and defeat epic bosses. Customize your hero, wield diverse weapons, and survive intense challenges as you descend into ever-changing, dangerous depths.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 57.1%, Action 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Indie 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #44 The Excrawlers
71% 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: Dungeon Crawler 28.9%, Pixel Graphics 24.5%, Action 22.7%, Action RPG 15.4%, Singleplayer 5.4%
- #45 Hell Shooter
70% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: PLAY Mephistowaltz
Windows
Hell Shooter is a roguelike dungeon crawler game. It features unique attack methods, exhilarating action, an oriental hellish atmosphere, and each character's storytelling.
Why similar: RPG 36.5%, Dungeon Crawler 27.2%, Action RPG 22.7%, Action 11.1%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #46 Code of Princess
74% matchMixed56% of 328 reviews2016
Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Code of Princess offers players an exciting yet unconventional experience, deftly blending the combo-heavy fighting gameplay of beat ‘em ups with the stat-boosting character customization of RPGs.
Why similar: RPG 54.8%, Action 23.4%, JRPG 14.5%, Action RPG 7.3%
- #47 It Lurks Below
71% matchVery Positive83% of 1,274 reviews2019
Dev: Graybeard GamesPub: Skystone Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
It Lurks Below is an action-oriented, survival RPG in a randomly generated world. Fight through the massive underground dungeon, customize your character with random items and find out what evil lurks below.
Why similar: RPG 40.3%, Action 14%, Dungeon Crawler 12.6%, Action RPG 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
- #48 Evoland Legendary Edition
70% matchVery Positive81% of 2,611 reviews2019
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Evoland Legendary Edition brings you two great and unique RPGs, with their graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through the game!
Why similar: RPG 59.3%, Action 16%, Indie 10%, Retro 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%
- #49 Tales of Maj'Eyal
69% matchVery Positive95% of 7,237 reviews2013
Dev: Netcore Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 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: Dungeon Crawler 47.9%, RPG 47.7%, Indie 3%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #50 Scarmonde
67% matchVery Positive99% of 209 reviews2024
Dev: Ephiam
Windows
8-Bit Styled dungeon-crawler wherein you assemble a party from 12 Classes to brave The Depths in search of the Dragon God's Sacred Treasures!
Why similar: JRPG 34.8%, RPG 29.7%, Dungeon Crawler 20.1%, Retro 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #51 Magia X
70% matchMixed62% of 298 reviews2021
Dev: Superacid
Windows
The Real Fantasy 2D Action, Magia X. Splendid actions beyond the limits of 2D, unique characters, breathtaking adventures, and warm pastel-colored world awaits you. Stimulate your action urges.
Why similar: JRPG 37%, RPG 25.5%, Action RPG 18.6%, Action 8.8%, Dungeon Crawler 6.9%
- #52 Hammerwatch Anniversary Edition
68% matchVery Positive81% of 241 reviews2023
Dev: CrackshellPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Choose between seven hero classes, each with unique capabilities. Brave hordes of deadly creatures alone, or band together with your noblest of champions in co-op mode available both online and locally. Take on the challenges in three different campaigns, or build your own custom scenario.
Why similar: RPG 45%, Action RPG 20.9%, Action 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Indie 3.9%
- #53 Skeletal Avenger
69% matchVery Positive81% of 255 reviews2021
Dev: 10tons Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Embark on a bone-chilling quest for vengeance as a skull-hurling skeletal warrior in Skeletal Avenger! This captivating roguelite dungeon crawler melds hack'n'slash mayhem with endlessly replayable gameplay, offering a thrilling, ever-evolving experience that keeps you coming back for more.
Why similar: RPG 56.3%, Dungeon Crawler 43.7%
- #54 Wyvia
66% matchVery Positive96% of 158 reviews2023
Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
Windows · Linux
Wyvia is an open world 3D action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs. Save your world from a monstrous invasion. Choose from 10 classes customizing them with a robust cross-class skill system, craft and upgrade tons of weapons, explore dungeons battling a variety of enemies, and defeat terrifying bosses!
Why similar: JRPG 26.4%, RPG 21.5%, Dungeon Crawler 17.6%, Action RPG 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #55 The Slormancer
64% matchVery Positive82% of 7,233 reviews2025
Dev: Slormite Studios
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fight hordes of enemies led by The Slormancer, an evil warlock from the past, in an absurd yet epic Action RPG! Experience fast-paced gameplay, loads of shiny loot, tons of collectibles, countless hours of content, and carefully crafted pixel art.
Why similar: RPG 26.3%, Dungeon Crawler 24.8%, Action RPG 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 7.5%
- #56 Debugging Hero
64% matchVery Positive90% of 260 reviews2025
Dev: Team ETTU
Windows
As the Debugging Hero chosen by the Legendary Sword, you have gained the ability to manipulate character variables! Use this powerful ability to overcome the dungeons blocking your path and defeat the Demon Lord!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 40.6%, Action 39.8%, Indie 15.1%, Singleplayer 4.5%
- #57 Wyvia: Prologue
66% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
Windows
Wyvia is an open world 3D action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs. Save your world from a monstrous invasion. Choose from 4 unique classes, and customize them with a robust cross-class skill system. Craft and upgrade weapons and armor. Explore dungeons full of enemies, and defeat terrifying bosses!
Why similar: JRPG 28.1%, RPG 21.6%, Dungeon Crawler 16.9%, Action RPG 16.1%, Action 7.9%
- #58 Philna Fantasy
65% matchMixed58% of 538 reviews2026
Dev: Sailike GamePub: Anotherindie
Windows
Philna Fantasy is a classic pixel action RPG where you explore diverse regions, battle through dungeons, solve puzzles, craft gear, and collect adorable pets. Choose your class, discover powerful loot, and fight back against the invading shadow.
Why similar: RPG 34.9%, Action RPG 23.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action 11.9%, Retro 10%