- #1 Heretical
97% matchVery Positive85% of 992 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.3%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Action Roguelike 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Roguelite 9.6%
- #2 VOIN
96% matchVery Positive94% of 3,407 reviews2024
Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Crafted by a solo developer, VOIN is a first-person hack-and-slash. Cleave through hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. Explore dark fantasy realms filled with secrets and dangers. Discover powerful gear and weapons, and face menacing bosses in your quest to cleanse a broken world.
Why similar: Souls-like 21%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Action RPG 8.4%
- #3 Death Must Die
96% matchVery Positive90% of 21,625 reviews2023
Dev: Realm Archive
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.9%, Hack and Slash 19%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Roguelite 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #4 Cinderia
95% matchVery Positive88% of 3,946 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, skill cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.2%, Action Roguelike 23.3%, Roguelite 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Action RPG 7.6%
- #5 Netherworld Covenant
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 697 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.1%, Action Roguelike 19%, Dark Fantasy 17.7%, Roguelite 12.4%, Action RPG 11.7%
- #6 Halls of Torment
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 31,594 reviews2024
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Hack and Slash 14%, Roguelite 11.6%, Action RPG 10.3%
- #7 Never Mourn
93% matchMostly Positive78% of 360 reviews2024
Dev: Primal SeedPub: Light Up Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Explore the world of Never Mourn in this rogue-lite action adventure. Death is never the end, merely the beginning of your next adventure. Use ancient necromantic magics to raise an army of undead daemons and do battle to close the rifts of Never Mourn.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.4%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Roguelite 13.6%, Magic 12.1%
- #8 Dragon Is Dead
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 694 reviews2025
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Dragon is Dead is a 2D dark fantasy roguelite with hack-and-slash combat and unlockable classes. Build class skill trees, slot runes, and chase Legendary and Mythic loot through corrupted stages.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.1%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Souls-like 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Roguelite 10.5%
- #9 Pocket Rogues
92% matchVery Positive89% of 599 reviews2018
Dev: EtherGaming
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Pocket Rogues is a dynamic 2D-Roguelike with elements of Action-RPG, played entirely in real time. Raid endless dungeons, upgrade your Guild’s Fortress, and develop your own heroes!
Why similar: Souls-like 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Roguelite 8.2%
- #10 OmniFootman
91% matchVery Positive84% of 122 reviews2019
Dev: WT Studio
Windows
OmniFootman is a rogue-lite action game with souls-like combat system. Take your adventure in this cursed, ever-changing kingdom and beat your enemies with different ability combinations. Be careful as your death is permanent.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.7%, Souls-like 22.4%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Roguelite 14.2%, Action RPG 6.6%
- #11 Into the Necrovale
89% matchVery Positive86% of 623 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.6%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Action RPG 11.7%, Roguelite 9.5%
- #12 A Violent Revelry
90% matchMixed66% of 82 reviews2022
Dev: Julian Edison
Windows
Explore a procedurally generated world while bolstering your power in increasingly absurd ways. Mechanics-heavy and brimming with deliberate, messy bladeplay. Join the revelry!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.7%, Hack and Slash 15%, Action RPG 12.2%, Roguelite 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #13 Shadow of the Depth
88% matchMixed70% of 475 reviews2025
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Shadow of the Depth is a top-down action Roguelite game. Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!
Why similar: Souls-like 18.5%, Hack and Slash 17%, Action Roguelike 16%, Roguelite 9.7%, Action RPG 8.4%
- #14 GUILT: The Deathless
89% matchVery Positive82% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: Outer Brain Studios
Windows
Slash your way through dark, ever-changing lands in this new blend of roguelike and shared-world adventure. Create your adventurer and undertake a perilous journey where all players’ choices alter the twisted landscape. Will you beg for forgiveness?
Why similar: Souls-like 23.9%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Hack and Slash 13%, Action RPG 9.6%
- #15 Soulstone Survivors
86% matchVery Positive91% of 26,564 reviews2025
Dev: Game Smithing Limited
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 36.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21%, Hack and Slash 19.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Action RPG 12.2%, Roguelite 12.1%
- #16 UnderMine
87% matchVery Positive90% of 9,815 reviews2020
Dev: Thorium
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
An action-adventure roguelike with a bit of RPG tossed in. Adventure deep into the UnderMine and discover powerful relics, deadly enemies, hidden secrets, and a few friends to help along the way.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 45.4%, Roguelite 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, RPG 7%, Top-Down 5.7%
- #17 Dead Cells
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 181,516 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.6 hrsMean: 41.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.3%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Roguelite 9.4%
- #18 Conquest Dark
85% matchVery Positive90% of 2,549 reviews2025
Dev: Eldritch Sword GamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience an ARPG's rapid ascension to power in minutes, packed with savage, survivors-like action and devastating sword & sorcery combat. Perfect your builds through Dark Ritual runs that will decide humanity's future as you battle endless hordes across haunting ruins and cursed kingdoms.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.2%, Action RPG 19.9%, Roguelite 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, RPG 9.1%
- #19 Tyrant's Realm
84% matchVery Positive84% of 1,070 reviews2025
Dev: Team TyrantPub: Skystone Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Tyrant's Realm is a roguelite action-adventure inspired by classic PS1 visuals. Explore procedurally generated dark fantasy worlds, battling through dangers that evolve with each run. Death is not the end, as the night is still young.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.6%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Roguelite 9.6%
- #20 Drova - Forsaken Kin
82% matchVery Positive94% of 9,550 reviews2024
Dev: Just2DPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Action RPG 12.5%, Open World 10%, Exploration 9.5%
- #21 Keeper's Toll
83% matchVery Positive90% of 783 reviews2024
Dev: Stingbot Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Delve into Keeper’s Toll, an action-packed roguelite brimming with challenge and despair. Survive against an onslaught of relentless hordes and grueling bosses with skill-based ARPG gameplay. Embrace the darkness and cleanse these cursed lands.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.8%, Roguelite 13.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
- #22 Pale Coins
81% matchVery Positive93% of 305 reviews2025
Dev: Lukas Irzl
Windows
Journey into the ruthless open world of Pale Coins, an old-school fantasy RPG. Face punishing bosses, goblin-infested dungeons, and discover legendary weapons as you customize your champion and fight across Grenmark for the fabled Champion's Coin.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.9%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Action RPG 9.6%, Open World 9%
- #23 In Celebration of Violence
84% matchVery Positive87% of 507 reviews2018
Dev: Julian Edison
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A fantasy action roguelike of exploration and murder. Live, kill, die, improve, live again.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.3%, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Roguelite 10.3%
- #24 Curse of the Dead Gods
82% matchVery Positive84% of 9,155 reviews2021
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.
Why similar: Souls-like 28%, Action Roguelike 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 21.3%, Roguelite 12.6%, Exploration 5.2%
- #25 Fatekeeper
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,383 reviews2026
Dev: ParaglacialPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Venture into a handcrafted world where ruins whisper of past cataclysms. Master the art of sword and sorcery and forge your path with relics, spells and choices that shape who you become in this first-person RPG.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.6%, Dark Fantasy 22.9%, Action RPG 14.3%, Magic 11.7%, RPG 8.3%
- #26 The Slormancer
80% matchVery Positive81% of 7,331 reviews2025
Dev: Slormite Studios
Windows
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 26.8 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: Hack and Slash 35%, Action RPG 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Top-Down 9.7%, RPG 8.9%
- #27 Spell Disk
78% matchVery Positive89% of 969 reviews2024
Dev: Sunpeak Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.4%, Action Roguelike 25.5%, Roguelite 15%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Top-Down 9%
- #28 Mana Spark
81% matchMostly Positive79% of 691 reviews2018
Dev: BEHEMUTT
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A challenging action RPG with deep souls-like combat and rogue-like elements. Explore a dreadful dungeon and fight smart enemies that will plan and collaborate between themselves to defeat you.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.3%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Roguelite 10.6%, Action RPG 9.8%
- #29 An Amazing Wizard
78% matchVery Positive85% of 151 reviews2025
Dev: Tiny Goblins
Windows · Mac · Linux
An Amazing Wizard is a 2D fast-paced metroidvania-inspired spell-slinging roguelike where you'll create spells. Master 7 elements and merge 120 unique spells in any order to create endless possibilities. Choose from 250+ perks and 200 artifacts. Collect your lost memories and reclaim true name!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21%, Dark Fantasy 19.3%, Roguelite 12.8%, Magic 10.8%, Action RPG 9.2%
- #30 Ravenswatch
76% matchMostly Positive80% of 21,998 reviews2024
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fallen heroes of old folk tales and legends: you are on the verge of a crucial battle against the Nightmare invading and corrupting your world. A roguelike action game from the creators of Curse of the Dead Gods©, playable solo or in online co-op.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.3%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Roguelite 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Top-Down 6%
- #31 Kromlech
77% matchMixed69% of 153 reviews2026
Dev: Perun Creative
Windows
Kromlech is an action-adventure RPG with rogue-lite elements, set in a dark fantasy world of swords and sorcery. Play as an adventurer whose quest for glory and gold takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself at the center of a world-ending calamity.
Why similar: Souls-like 24%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Action RPG 10.1%, Open World 9.2%
- #32 Striving for Light
77% matchVery Positive80% of 237 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.6%, Action Roguelike 24.5%, Action RPG 16.1%, Roguelite 15.1%, RPG 8.3%
- #33 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
75% matchVery Positive83% of 6,281 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Action Roguelike 21.7%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Action RPG 13.6%, Roguelite 12%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #34 Devil Slayer - Raksasi
76% matchVery Positive85% of 2,854 reviews2021
Dev: GlassesCatGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.6%, Action Roguelike 18.5%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Roguelite 10%
- #35 Avencast: Rise of the Mage
79% matchMixed69% of 718 reviews2010
Dev: ClockStone
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Play Avencast, the epic roguelike action-RPG with tons of combat moves, spells, and equipment. Fight against evil forces to save your academy and vanquish the darkness. As you progress, learn powerful spells and combos to increase your chances of victory.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.2%, Action Roguelike 21.6%, Action RPG 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Magic 7.6%
- #36 FOUNTAINS
74% matchVery Positive84% of 472 reviews2024
Dev: John PywellPub: Crunching Koalas
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.5%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Action RPG 9.8%, Open World 8.3%
- #37 An Ankou
75% matchMixed68% of 614 reviews2023
Dev: AlkemiPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Death is not the end. You’ve been chosen as the Ankou, a servant of Death who aids lost souls using the tools of your old trade. Roam haunted lands to find resources, craft weapons, and slay hordes of demons in this action-exploration roguelike.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25%, Action Roguelike 24.8%, Dark Fantasy 21.3%, Exploration 12.6%, Top-Down 9.1%
- #38 Nyran Survivors
74% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.1%, Hack and Slash 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Top-Down 9%, Stylized 5.9%
- #39 GOD FORSAKEN
72% matchMixed68% of 1,782 reviews2026
Dev: insight studio
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The God - Forsaken Land is a roguelike survival adventure game that combines the features of Diablo. In this abandoned land of despair, you fend off endless monsters, light a fire in the darkness, and search for that faint glimmer of hope.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.2%, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 19.5%, Stylized 9.1%, Action 4.2%
- #40 Spellbook Demonslayers
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,320 reviews2022
Dev: Xendra
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Slay endless hordes of demons to protect the Cosmic Library! Steal their abilities, find powerful equipment, and unlock the secrets of each spellbook to become unstoppable! Will you be able to destroy the demonic legion?
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 24.7%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Roguelite 10.6%, Action RPG 10.4%, Top-Down 9.5%
- #41 Runehaven
70% matchVery Positive92% of 105 reviews2026
Dev: Cikoria Studio
Windows
Runehaven is an atmospheric roguelike dungeon crawler with an immersive magic system where you craft your own spells. Explore a mysterious procedurally generated world.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.3%, Magic 16.9%, Action RPG 15.8%, Open World 14.1%, Exploration 11.5%
- #42 Witchfire
69% matchVery Positive92% of 16,079 reviews2024
Dev: The Astronauts
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Witchfire is a first-person dark fantasy RPG shooter in which you play as a wicked sinner turned witch hunter on his final mission to reach salvation.
Why similar: Souls-like 35.9%, Dark Fantasy 23.7%, Roguelite 14.5%, Action RPG 9.1%, Exploration 7.3%
- #43 Revenge of the Mage
71% matchVery Positive83% of 163 reviews2025
Dev: SinginGiant
Windows
RotM is an Action Roguelite FPS game where players get in the robes of a Mage. Let the hands of fate open ways for the power of your magic. Save the Multiverse to power up yourself! Unlock, collect, discover, live, die, repeat!
Why similar: Magic 34.7%, RPG 15.1%, Roguelite 11.8%, Action 11.7%, Stylized 11.1%
- #44 Darkblade Ascent
70% matchVery Positive82% of 546 reviews2025
Dev: PST Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.9%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Action RPG 10.4%
- #45 Hyper Light Breaker
72% matchMixed55% of 3,969 reviews2025
Dev: Heart MachinePub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A brand-new entry in the Hyper Light franchise, Hyper Light Breaker is an open world rogue-like with a unique world fully realized in 3D for the first time.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Action RPG 16.7%, Open World 14.8%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Stylized 10.3%
- #46 Spiritfall
70% matchVery Positive93% of 1,950 reviews2024
Dev: Gentle GiantPub: Team17
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Spiritfall is a fast-paced Action Roguelite with combat inspired by Platform Fighters. Slash, smash, launch, and wall-splat a multitude of enemies using an ever-changing arsenal of divine powers.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.1%, Hack and Slash 31.4%, Roguelite 18.8%, RPG 9.1%, 2D 3.8%
- #47 Sands of Aura
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 836 reviews2023
Dev: Chashu EntertainmentPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Action RPG 12.2%, Open World 6.8%
- #48 Mortal Sin
67% matchVery Positive94% of 5,833 reviews2025
Dev: Nikola Todorovic
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25%, Hack and Slash 24%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Roguelite 11.3%, RPG 7.3%
- #49 Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel
67% matchVery Positive83% of 7,590 reviews2025
Dev: Games FarmPub: Grindstone
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Hordes of Hel is a gripping roguelike horde-survivor game set in the dark realms of Norse Mythology. Fight waves of enemies to earn divine blessings of ancient Viking Deities, explore hostile worlds and face powerful bosses. Become a god-like warrior in this ultimate showdown.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22%, Action Roguelike 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Roguelite 12.9%, Action RPG 12.9%
- #50 Ancient Abyss
73% matchMixed66% of 192 reviews2021
Dev: Screambox Studio
Windows
Ancient Abyss is a 2D Zelda-like action game where you will explore mysterious and hidden events in a randomly generated maze. As you progress, you’ll gain more power and collect items to help you reach further into the maze.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.6%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Action Roguelike 12.6%, Action RPG 9.8%, Roguelite 8.8%
- #51 Usurper: Soulbound
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 56 reviews2021
Dev: Caspian Interactive
Windows
Usurper: Soulbound is a brutal Rogue-lite Action RPG where death is just the beginning. Possess your enemies to seize their bodies and abilities. Trapped in a nightmarish dimension, you must master combat, conquer deadly foes, and fight your way back to freedom—or be lost forever.
Why similar: Souls-like 38.6%, Roguelite 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action RPG 13.2%, Top-Down 7.5%
- #52 Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 613 reviews2026
Dev: Frontside 180Pub: Pocketpair Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
A Metroidvania x Roguelite where you journey with the aid of a cursed hat. Use a variety of magic or possess your enemies to reach the lowest levels! Bring back loot, build new facilities in your village, make a living and strengthen yourself for the next battle! Supports up to 4-player multiplayer.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.3%, Hack and Slash 27.6%, Dark Fantasy 25.3%, Magic 8.9%, 2D 4.2%
- #53 Rogue Loops
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 303 reviews2025
Dev: Fubu Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Rogue Loops is a roguelite action game where a trapped family battles to escape an endless loop. Combine unique skills and relics to create powerful synergies against the loop’s guardians. As you grow stronger, so does the loop—can you break free from this relentless cycle?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22%, Action Roguelike 21.3%, Roguelite 13.6%, Action RPG 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #54 Kingsgrave
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 627 reviews2024
Dev: Egg or Chicken GamesPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Action RPG 11.8%, Magic 10.8%, Exploration 9.8%, Open World 9.4%
- #55 Tombwater
66% matchVery Positive93% of 254 reviews2026
Dev: Moth AtlasPub: Midwest Games
Windows
A Souls-Like Western full of Eldritch horrors. Explore the accursed Wild West town of Tombwater and lay bare the darkness that lies beneath. Survive blood-spilling combat in this gruesome 2D action-RPG that may just drive you to madness.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.5%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Action RPG 9.9%, Open World 8.1%
- #56 BloodRush: Undying Wish
66% matchVery Positive99% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: Lightmancer StudiosPub: Nuntius Games
Windows · Linux
BloodRush: Undying Wish is an extremely fast-paced hack n' slash roguelike set in a gothic, undying world. Dash, shoot and strike with ability combos, weaving between enemies like an improvised dance. Death is gone; bring her back.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.7%, Dark Fantasy 22%, Action Roguelike 21.1%, Roguelite 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #57 Soulblight
73% matchMostly Negative37% of 194 reviews2018
Dev: My Next GamesPub: Movie Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Soulblight is a dark, unforgiving, top-down action roguelike luring you to cross the thin line between good and evil. Embrace your flaws to survive a journey through an unforgiving Sanctuary. Gluttony, Lust, Cannibalism - how far are you willing to go?
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.4%, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Roguelite 14.7%, RPG 12.1%, Top-Down 9.4%
- #58 Soul Scathe
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 59 reviews2022
Dev: Bluelight Construct
Windows
Soul Scathe is a procedurally generated VR Dungeon Crawler RPG. Utilize many spells, weapons, and even the environment to fight against deadly foes as you explore the secrets of the Mistchamber Dungeons to reclaim lost fragments of your soul.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30.4%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Action RPG 16.2%, Magic 15.9%, RPG 11.5%
- #59 Last Mage
67% matchMixed64% of 83 reviews2026
Dev: Weird Johnny Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spellcrafting and backpack management combined in one bullet heaven rougelite. As the Last Mage you get a task to explore dungeons filled with monsters and find the source of the disaster plaguing this world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.8%, Action Roguelike 22.7%, Dark Fantasy 19.2%, Roguelite 12.7%, RPG 9%
- #60 Hunchback's Dungeon
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: Patryk BorowskiPub: Digerati
Windows
Destroy hordes of undead skeletons in this top-down roguelite arena shooter. In Hunchback's Dungeon, you play as a deformed, magic-wielding human who can control up to 4 different spells. Unlock new characters, collect unique items, equip powerful spells, and survive until the end.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.5%, Action Roguelike 19.4%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Magic 15.9%, Roguelite 11.5%