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Games Like Dead Cells

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Singleplayer, Platformer, Roguelite.

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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.

Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive — 97% — of 180,167 reviews
Released: 2018-08-06
Developer: Motion Twin
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 13.5 hrs
Mean playtime: 41.2 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 92%

Overview

What makes Dead Cells special is how it fuses razor-sharp 2D combat, run-based progression, biome routing, and a punishing learn-by-dying loop into something that feels both arcadey and soulsy. These picks focus on games that capture that same mix of fast side-scrolling action, replayable builds, demanding enemies, and satisfying mobility. The highest-ranked choices lean hardest into Dead Cells’ exact feel, while the lower entries still hit adjacent strengths like metroidvania exploration or brutal combat mastery.

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  1. #1 Rogue Legacy 2
    97% matchVery Positive91% of 14,951 reviews2022
    Dev: Cellar Door Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Platformer 13.2%, Roguelite 11%, Procedural Generation 9%, Roguelike 8.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its run-based castle delving, permanent progression, and fast side-scrolling combat make it a natural fit if you love Dead Cells’ addictive loop.

  2. #2 Have a Nice Death
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 10,602 reviews2023
    Dev: Magic Design StudiosPub: Arc Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 18.6%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelike 11.5%, Roguelite 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the same side-view roguelite format, quick weapon-driven combat, and compact run structure with a similarly smooth feel.

  3. #3 Skul: The Hero Slayer
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 57,146 reviews2021
    Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.4%, Metroidvania 13.6%, Roguelike 13%, Roguelite 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers fast 2D roguelite runs, lots of build variety, and constant combat adaptation in a way that maps well to Dead Cells fans.

  4. #4 Oblivion Override
    95% matchVery Positive91% of 2,016 reviews2024
    Dev: Humble MillPub: XD
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 26%, Action Roguelike 24.1%, Roguelike 18.5%, Roguelite 17.3%, 2D 4.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It is one of the closest matches on Steam, pairing flashy 2D melee combat, mobility-heavy runs, randomized upgrades, and a clear Dead Cells-style rhythm of fight, loot, and adapt.

  5. #5 The Rogue Prince of Persia
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 2,590 reviews2025
    Dev: Evil EmpirePub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    In this challenging, fast-paced roguelite, every death is a unique chance to rewrite fate, save Persia or die trying. Master fluid, acrobatic combat and parkour as you explore your kingdom to right your wrongs!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.1%, Roguelite 18.6%, Roguelike 14.4%, Souls-like 13%, Platformer 12%

    Why You'll Like It: Its wall-running, acrobatic traversal, and room-to-room roguelite structure feel especially close to Dead Cells’ speed and flow.

  6. #6 Astral Ascent
    94% matchVery Positive95% of 8,306 reviews2023
    Dev: Hibernian Workshop
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Choose one of four heroes and explore the Garden, an astral prison guarded by 12 powerful mystical bosses: the Zodiacs. Challenge them with dozens of unique spells and faithful friends by your side to unfold the story of this platform roguelite with lightning fast combat.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Roguelite 14.5%, Roguelike 13.1%, Platformer 9.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This delivers extremely fluid 2D roguelite action with build-crafting, fast movement, and stylish combat that scratches a very similar itch.

  7. #7 ScourgeBringer
    93% matchVery Positive86% of 3,222 reviews2020
    Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity.

    Why similar: Roguelite 15.9%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Metroidvania 13.6%, Roguelike 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This one emphasizes hyper-aggressive movement, air-dashing, and relentless room-clearing action that captures Dead Cells’ momentum and intensity.

  8. #8 Rogue Legacy
    92% matchVery Positive92% of 18,707 reviews2013
    Dev: Cellar Door Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Rogue Legacy is a genealogical rogue-"LITE" where anyone can be a hero. Each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might be a dwarf with vertigo. But that's OK, because no one is perfect, and you don't have to be to succeed.

    Why similar: Roguelike 24.8%, Platformer 23.3%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Metroidvania 16.3%, Roguelite 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: The original still nails the same 'one more run' appeal with 2D action-platforming, randomized layouts, and meaningful meta progression.

  9. #9 Hollow Knight
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 542,706 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Souls-like 25%, Platformer 10.6%, Difficult 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%

    Why You'll Like It: If your favorite part of Dead Cells is the demanding combat and interconnected 2D exploration, this is one of the strongest non-roguelite matches.

  10. #10 Dungreed
    91% matchVery Positive93% of 9,532 reviews2018
    Dev: TEAM HORAY
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Dungreed is a 2D side-scrolling action game with 2D Rogue-LITE elements. You become an adventurer exploring a continuously evolving dungeon to prevent the town from being destroyed. Eliminate enemies, use a variety of weapons and magic, eat food, and defeat evil in the dungeon!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.1%, Roguelike 18.9%, Roguelite 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Platformer 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Its combination of side-scrolling roguelite progression, weapon experimentation, and challenging runs makes it one of the better lower-profile alternatives.

  11. #11 Blasphemous
    90% matchVery Positive90% of 63,499 reviews2019
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 26.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Platformer 5.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It leans harder into the metroidvania and soulslike side, but its punishing 2D combat and oppressive atmosphere resonate strongly with Dead Cells’ tone.

  12. #12 Hades
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 303,627 reviews2020
    Dev: Supergiant Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 37.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.8%, Hack and Slash 23.2%, Roguelite 18%, Roguelike 14.9%, Difficult 4.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Even from an isometric view, its elite combat feel, build experimentation, and master-through-repetition loop make it a top-tier Dead Cells cousin.

  13. #13 Salt and Sanctuary
    89% matchVery Positive89% of 21,605 reviews2016
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

    Why similar: Souls-like 44.8%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Difficult 5.8%, Platformer 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: This is a brutal 2D soulslike-metroidvania whose weighty combat and high-risk progression appeal to players who like Dead Cells’ harsher edge.

  14. #14 Curse of the Dead Gods
    88% matchVery Positive84% of 9,091 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 23.2%, Action Roguelike 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Roguelite 13.2%, Roguelike 12.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It trades platforming for isometric dungeon runs, but the stamina-free, dodge-focused combat and escalating roguelite pressure feel very familiar.

  15. #15 Trinity Fusion
    87% matchVery Positive86% of 879 reviews2023
    Dev: Angry Mob Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Souls-like 18.6%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Roguelite 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It channels Dead Cells’ slick platform-combat loop into a run-based structure with branching choices and stylish combo-heavy action.

  16. #16 GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon
    86% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,130 reviews2022
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Death is not the end: defeat infernal foes until you die and carry on the fight with your eternal soul and memories in a new body!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.3%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Roguelike 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Roguelite 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It mixes deliberate melee combat, stylish 2D runs, and dark roguelite structure in a way that feels very Dead Cells-adjacent.

  17. #17 Neon Abyss
    86% matchVery Positive86% of 23,532 reviews2020
    Dev: Veewo GamesPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelite action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset.

    Why similar: Roguelike 19.2%, Procedural Generation 18.3%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Platformer 13.8%, Roguelite 12.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This brings the same side-scrolling roguelite pacing and chaotic build growth, just with a stronger emphasis on guns and synergies than melee.

  18. #18 Spiritfall
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 1,914 reviews2024
    Dev: Gentle Giant
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.0 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 18.3%, Hack and Slash 18%, Roguelite 14.2%, Roguelike 13.1%, Procedural Generation 11.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It blends platform-fighter movement with roguelite progression, creating fast, expressive runs that reward aggression much like Dead Cells does.

  19. #19 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    85% matchVery Positive81% of 5,518 reviews2018
    Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

    Why similar: Souls-like 38.2%, Metroidvania 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Platformer 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: This offers another satisfying blend of side-scrolling exploration, tough encounters, and RPG-inflected combat for players who value Dead Cells’ harsher combat style.

  20. #20 Caveblazers
    84% matchVery Positive85% of 4,500 reviews2017
    Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Yogscast Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.2%, Roguelike 14.2%, Roguelite 14.1%, Procedural Generation 13.9%, Platformer 12%

    Why You'll Like It: It is rougher and more survival-oriented, but the dangerous side-scrolling roguelite runs and emergent combat still hit a similar challenge-reward cycle.

  21. #21 GRIME
    83% matchVery Positive85% of 6,541 reviews2021
    Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Souls-like 26.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Platformer 10.6%, Difficult 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Its demanding combat, build experimentation, and oppressive world design make it a great pick for players drawn to Dead Cells’ soulslike tension.

  22. #22 30XX
    82% matchVery Positive91% of 2,768 reviews2023
    Dev: Batterystaple Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.9%, Roguelite 16.3%, Procedural Generation 15.3%, Roguelike 15.1%, Platformer 12.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It captures the speed, precision, and replayability of a great 2D action-platformer while wrapping it in a polished roguelite loop.

  23. #23 Blasphemous 2
    81% matchVery Positive90% of 18,296 reviews2023
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Souls-like 23%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Difficult 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It keeps the punishing 2D combat and dark metroidvania appeal of the first game while feeling smoother and more traversal-friendly.

  24. #24 Moonscars
    82% matchVery Positive83% of 1,466 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Souls-like 27.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Hack and Slash 7.6%, Platformer 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It channels the same bleak, fast, 2D combat energy into a more linear soulsvania structure with plenty of challenge and parry-based pressure.

  25. #25 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 17,920 reviews2025
    Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 18.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, Souls-like 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, 2D 4.9%, Platformer 3%

    Why You'll Like It: While more exploration-driven than run-based, it delivers polished 2D combat and a dark metroidvania atmosphere that should click with Dead Cells fans.

  26. #26 Revita
    81% matchVery Positive81% of 2,397 reviews2022
    Dev: BenStarPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    In this fast paced twin-stick roguelite platformer, you play as an unnamed child ascending an ominous clocktower in pursuit of their lost memories. Harvest and sacrifice souls to grow your power in order to challenge procedural encounter rooms and intimidating bosses!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.8%, Roguelite 19.1%, Roguelike 16.6%, Procedural Generation 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Its room-based 2D roguelite structure, fast resets, and strong build variety make it a great pick if you want another tightly designed run grinder.

  27. #27 Summum Aeterna
    80% matchVery Positive85% of 388 reviews2023
    Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Summum Aeterna is a fast-paced Roguelite inspired by the Metroidvania Aeterna Noctis. Create your own worlds, challenges, difficulty and influences in each new run. Die, learn, become stronger, and achieve victory. Death is inevitable, but glory is only for the chosen.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 13.4%, Action Roguelike 13%, Roguelite 11.1%, Roguelike 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its brisk side-scrolling roguelite runs, random world generation, and combat-forward structure make it a worthwhile deeper cut in the same lane.

  28. #28 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 44,489 reviews2021
    Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Souls-like 27.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Difficult 5.2%, Atmospheric 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This is a strong choice if you want more melancholic 2D combat and exploration with a difficult, methodical edge closer to Dead Cells’ metroidvania side.

  29. #29 Blade Assault
    79% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,299 reviews2022
    Dev: TeamSuneatPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Blade Assault is a 2D action rogue-lite platformer with beautiful pixel art set in a desolate sci-fi world. Fight against the corrupt military of Esperanza as part of the resistance force of the Undercity. Bring the corrupt to justice by becoming stronger and fighting alongside your trusty comrades.

    Why similar: Roguelike 19.4%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Platformer 14.4%, Roguelite 13.8%, Action Roguelike 12.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its cyberpunk 2D roguelite structure, combo-focused melee combat, and fast movement make it a solid direct follow-up for Dead Cells fans.

  30. #30 Noita
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 86,897 reviews2020
    Dev: Nolla Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 29.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.

    Why similar: Roguelike 24.6%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelite 15.1%, Difficult 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%

  31. #31 Windblown
    76% matchVery Positive89% of 10,035 reviews2024
    Dev: Motion Twin
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Dash, dive and defy the Vortex. A lightning-fast, 1-3 player co-op roguelite from the crafters of Dead Cells, where every run is a leap into chaos. Absorb the powers of fallen warriors, rebuild their weapons, and WIPE THE FLOOR with anything that gets in the way of a perfect run.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 17.8%, Souls-like 16.6%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Action Roguelike 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%

  32. #32 UnderMine
    77% matchVery Positive90% of 9,783 reviews2020
    Dev: Thorium
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 17.5 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 39.3%, Roguelite 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Procedural Generation 8.5%, Roguelike 4.1%

  33. #33 Hollow Knight: Silksong
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 407,420 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 35.3 hrsMean: 45.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Souls-like 27.4%, Platformer 10.2%, Difficult 9.3%, 2D 4.5%

  34. #34 Sundered®: Eldritch Edition
    78% matchVery Positive82% of 5,138 reviews2017
    Dev: Thunder Lotus
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Action Roguelike 19.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Roguelike 6.3%, Difficult 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This hybrid of metroidvania exploration and roguelite-style unpredictability offers swarms of enemies, mobility-heavy combat, and a similarly relentless pace.

  35. #35 Hyper Light Drifter
    76% matchVery Positive93% of 18,682 reviews2016
    Dev: Heart Machine
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Metroidvania 15.8%, Souls-like 14.7%, Difficult 11.1%

  36. #36 Enter the Gungeon
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,698 reviews2016
    Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.4%, Roguelike 24.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Difficult 10.5%, Roguelite 8.4%

  37. #37 Katana ZERO
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,917 reviews2019
    Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.4%, Pixel Graphics 23%, Platformer 21.6%, Difficult 10.5%, Action 8%

  38. #38 Foregone
    74% matchVery Positive82% of 1,396 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Souls-like 19.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Hack and Slash 7.5%, Roguelike 7%

  39. #39 Dungeon Souls
    75% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,228 reviews2016
    Dev: Lamina Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Dungeon Souls is an action-adventure roguelike dungeon crawler which draws heavy inspiration from Nuclear Throne, Risk of Rain, and Overture. Explore vast procedurally generated dungeons, collect loot, and slay hordes of challenging enemies!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.4%, Roguelike 16.2%, Hack and Slash 15%, Roguelite 14%, Pixel Graphics 12%

  40. #40 The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
    72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 392,863 reviews2014
    Dev: Nicalis, Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 43.8 hrsMean: 184.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a randomly generated action RPG shooter with heavy Rogue-like elements. Following Isaac on his journey players will find bizarre treasures that change Isaac’s form giving him super human abilities and enabling him to fight off droves of mysterious creatures, discover secrets and fight his way to safety.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.1%, Roguelike 23.8%, Difficult 10.3%, Procedural Generation 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

  41. #41 Dunjungle
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 733 reviews2025
    Dev: Bruno BombardiPub: Astrolabe Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    A 2d action-packed roguelite about a monkey hero protecting the jungle from the rise of a corruptive power. Explore ever-changing dungeons, fight weird enemies and gear up with lots of weapons and relics you can combine for a new experience every run. Explore, fight, die, and repeat!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.9%, Procedural Generation 16.5%, Roguelike 13.1%, Roguelite 11.6%, Metroidvania 9.1%

  42. #42 Death Must Die
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 21,526 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 19.9%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Roguelite 15.5%, Roguelike 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%

  43. #43 Dark Devotion
    74% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,457 reviews2019
    Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.

    Why similar: Souls-like 27.9%, Metroidvania 20.1%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

  44. #44 Vagante
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 5,003 reviews2018
    Dev: Nuke Nine
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Vagante is an action-packed platformer that features permanent death and procedurally generated levels. Play cooperatively with friends both locally and online, or adventure solo in this challenging roguelike-inspired game.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.8%, Roguelite 19.7%, Roguelike 13%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Procedural Generation 8.6%

  45. #45 Wizard of Legend
    71% matchVery Positive91% of 20,929 reviews2018
    Dev: Contingent99
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.6%, Roguelike 16.4%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Roguelite 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%

  46. #46 In Celebration of Violence
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 506 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 18.9%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Procedural Generation 11%, Roguelite 10.2%, Roguelike 9.7%

  47. #47 Dragon Is Dead
    69% matchMostly Positive76% of 690 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: Hack and Slash 15.7%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Souls-like 15.6%, Roguelike 12.6%, Roguelite 12.1%

  48. #48 Moonlighter
    71% matchVery Positive82% of 21,741 reviews2018
    Dev: Digital SunPub: 11 bit studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.6%, Action Roguelike 16.2%, Roguelite 14.6%, Roguelike 13.8%, Procedural Generation 13.7%

  49. #49 Katanaut
    68% matchVery Positive90% of 381 reviews2025
    Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.

    Why similar: Souls-like 15.6%, Metroidvania 15.3%, Hack and Slash 11%, Action Roguelike 10.3%, Roguelike 8.6%

  50. #50 Children of Morta
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 22,780 reviews2019
    Dev: Dead MagePub: 11 bit studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.6%, Roguelike 18.4%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Roguelite 14.3%, Procedural Generation 12.1%

  51. #51 Souldiers
    70% matchMixed69% of 3,012 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 51%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Souls-like 12.4%, Difficult 8.6%, Action 4.4%

  52. #52 Catacomb Kids
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 628 reviews2015
    Dev: FourbitFriday
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Catacomb Kids is a brutal platformer roguelike that pits you against the deadly Catacombs aided only by magic, steel, and your quick reflexes. Traverse procedurally generated dungeons and hack, slash, burn, and blast your way through hordes of things that want to kill you.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.4%, Roguelite 21.7%, Procedural Generation 12.9%, Platformer 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  53. #53 Nightmare: The Lunatic
    68% matchVery Positive89% of 266 reviews2024
    Dev: Maetdol Games
    Windows

    Nightmare: The Lunatic is a parrying action rogue-lite platformer game about escaping a nightmare. Constantly swap between 3 weapons, use special attacks, and avoid and parry enemy attacks. Strengthen yourself by collecting powerful and unique totems.

    Why similar: Souls-like 15.3%, Metroidvania 15.2%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Action Roguelike 11.7%, Roguelite 8.3%

  54. #54 Death's Door
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 21,308 reviews2021
    Dev: Acid NervePub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

    Why similar: Souls-like 35%, Metroidvania 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 18.9%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Adventure 4.7%

  55. #55 Heretical
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 978 reviews2024
    Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    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 25.2%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Roguelite 13.7%

  56. #56 Rogue Worlds
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 68 reviews2025
    Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Rogue Worlds is a chaotic tactical roguelite platformer where you wield the environment and creative abilities to overcome challenges. Outwit powerful guardians and blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Souls-like 18.7%, Roguelike 11%, Procedural Generation 8.8%, Action Roguelike 8.6%

  57. #57 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 41,070 reviews2019
    Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 66.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Platformer 8.9%, Action 4.9%, Adventure 4.2%

  58. #58 Skelly Selest
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 286 reviews2018
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Skelly Selest is a score-attack hack slash dash run 'n' gun-athon. Venture into the procedurally generated perdition depths of Hell to purge the evil taint of the Deamonica Netherlords and their fiendly followers.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.6%, Roguelite 15.7%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Roguelike 13.2%, Procedural Generation 10.9%

  59. #59 Aura of Worlds
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 144 reviews2024
    Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Aura of Worlds is a chaotic, creative tactics rogue-lite platformer. Explore multiple dangerous worlds where you utilize creative abilities & wield the environment to your advantage. Blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths & outwit powerful guardians!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Souls-like 17.9%, Roguelike 11%, Procedural Generation 9.1%, Action Roguelike 8.9%

  60. #60 Castle of no Escape 2
    69% matchMostly Positive77% of 456 reviews2016
    Dev: D. E. X. TeamPub: Xitilon
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Explore 6 x 6 x 6 = 216 rooms of randomly generated hazards and enemies while collecting the necessary artefacts. Hundreds of monsters are roaming inside, guarding the sword shards — the last known thing to be capable of defeating the demonic castle owner.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.2%, Procedural Generation 13.3%, Roguelike 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

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