Games Like Death Must Die

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 16.6%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Roguelite 13.3%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a similar dark fantasy aesthetic and focuses heavily on character-specific traits and gear progression.

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 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Roguelite 14.8%, Action RPG 9.6%, Roguelike 8%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a very similar experience with a heavy emphasis on skill trees and massive, screen-filling bullet-hell combat.

Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Be the bullet hell!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.9%, Bullet Hell 27.4%, Roguelite 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Roguelike 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: As the definitive title in the genre, it provides the core foundation of the auto-attacking horde-survival loop found in Death Must Die.

Tiny Rogues is a challenging fantasy rogue-lite bullet-hell dungeon crawler with rpg elements. Build a new unique character each run and fight one monster-infested room after another! Discover unique weapons, collect magical items and level up to become more and more powerful!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.4%, Action Roguelike 25.3%, Roguelite 17.5%, Roguelike 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It features deep build-crafting and loot systems that mirror the RPG elements and character progression of the seed game.

20 Minutes Till Dawn is a survival roguelite where endless hordes of creatures lurk from the dark. Craft an array of overpowering builds and eradicate waves of Lovecraftian nightmares. Will you be able to survive the night?

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.5%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Roguelite 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a more skill-based, active-aiming approach to the survivor genre with deep weapon and upgrade customization.

Embark on a thrilling journey in God of Weapons, an action roguelike where you must ascend the tower of Zhor to reclaim the last light for the world. To survive the monster onslaught on each tower's level, you'll need to obtain and carefully organize weapons and accessories in your inventory.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.9%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Roguelite 16.9%, Inventory Management 9.7%, Procedural Generation 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: The inventory management system is the core focus here, forcing players to carefully organize gear to maximize combat effectiveness.

Brotato is a top-down arena shooter roguelite where you play a potato wielding up to 6 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of aliens. Choose from a variety of traits and items to create unique builds and survive until help arrives.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.7%, Action Roguelike 21.4%, Hack and Slash 15%, Roguelite 14.8%, Roguelike 14.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at providing diverse character builds and inventory management that make every run feel distinct and strategic.

DEEP ROCK GALACTIC: SURVIVOR is a single player survivor-like auto-shooter. Take on hordes of lethal aliens, mine riches, and unlock powerful upgrades to survive, as you wield the full arsenal of Deep Rock Galactic. It's one dwarf against all of Planet Hoxxes!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.7%, Bullet Hell 29.6%, Roguelite 22.9%, Procedural Generation 9.1%, Roguelike 3%

Why You'll Like It: It combines the satisfying progression of a roguelite with a polished, mission-based structure that feels very rewarding.

Amass an army of undead to fight endless waves of heroes intent to end your boneraising ways! In this gothic auto-battler rogue-lite Survivor-like, use the bones of slain heroes to raise your minions, collect relics and spells, and unlock meta upgrades, all to survive King Gigald's crusade!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 21%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Roguelite 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Roguelike 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: The unique necromancy mechanics provide a fresh take on the horde-survival genre with a distinct pixel-art style.

Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok, is a challenging Norse inspired roguelite-survivor game, where you’ll have to survive hordes of creatures that come your way.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Action Roguelike 22.1%, Roguelite 17.5%, Action RPG 10.1%, Roguelike 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features a robust skill tree system that allows for significant character customization and build variety.

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: Bullet Hell 17.2%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Roguelite 13.2%, Isometric 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: The Norse-inspired theme and intense hack-and-slash combat align perfectly with the atmosphere of the seed game.

Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Roguelite 13.8%, Roguelike 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on creating complex spell synergies, rewarding players who experiment with different ability combinations.

'Warm Snow' is a Rogue-like action game with a background set in a dark fantasy world, where the eerie 'Warm Snow' holds sway. You will play as the Warrior 'Bi-an' on a crusade against the Five Great Clans, in order to save a world teetering on the brink of destruction.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.3%, Roguelite 22.1%, Roguelike 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-roguelike that emphasizes hack-and-slash combat and powerful ability synergies similar to the boon system.

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 27%, Roguelike 18.9%, Roguelite 16.2%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This top-down action-roguelike features hero-based powers and a strong emphasis on character builds and strategic combat.

Wreak havoc on countless foes with mighty weapons and deadly spells! Enhance your skills and face even greater dangers! Army of Ruin is an auto-shooter where you become the Bullet Hell.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 20%, Action Roguelike 19.2%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Roguelite 13.2%, Action RPG 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers high-quality visuals and a very polished take on the classic bullet-hell survivor formula.

Walk upon a new world and slay foes endangering it. Rogue : Genesia is an action rogue-lite game, where you fight relentless hordes consisting of hundreds and thousands of monsters, make your build, break the balance, defeat bosses and save one of the many worlds.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.5%, Action Roguelike 22.8%, Roguelite 17.8%, Roguelike 9.9%, Procedural Generation 7%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on massive-scale combat and provides a sense of power progression that feels very similar to Death Must Die.

The Horde is coming but you're ready to fight it! Assemble your team and decide upon their enhancements to find the most efficient synergies against thousands of the undead. Survive. Then evolve. Then break all the limits in this deceivingly simple but addictive bullet heaven game.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.5%, Action Roguelike 24.3%, Roguelite 18.1%, Action RPG 12.4%, Roguelike 12%

Why You'll Like It: It introduces a squad-based mechanic that adds a layer of tactical depth to the standard survivor gameplay.

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 18.8%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Roguelite 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action RPG 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: The dark fantasy atmosphere and deliberate, challenging combat make it a great fit for fans of the seed game.

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: Bullet Hell 17.8%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Roguelite 12.9%, Action RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the chaotic, bullet-hell intensity of the genre while maintaining a focus on character-specific spell builds.

You are the Spirit Hunters in this action rogue-lite. Slay huge waves of monsters and harvest their souls for ever increasing power. Unlock many playable characters, abilities, maps and more through a deep progression system.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.9%, Roguelite 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Action RPG 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: An accessible and fun entry that emphasizes loot collection and character growth throughout each run.

Assemble a limitless arsenal in this survive-em-up roguelite shooter. As a Gun Manufacturer's testing force, your mission is simple: test the latest gun tech and scavenge alien planets. Collect insane weapon parts to invent crazy guns that slay thousands. You may not survive, but your guns will!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.8%, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Roguelite 13.7%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Action RPG 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a unique weapon-crafting system that allows for deep experimentation with combat styles.

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: Action Roguelike 18%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Loot 11.2%, Roguelite 10.7%, Action RPG 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes dungeon-crawling and gear-based progression, making it a strong match for fans of the loot system in Death Must Die.

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 19.3%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Roguelite 14.7%, Roguelike 10.5%, Action RPG 10%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG focuses on loot and character builds, providing a more traditional hack-and-slash feel within a roguelite structure.

A roguelite survivor game set in the beloved world of Pathfinder. Enter Gallowspire, Pathfinder’s legendary tower of darkness, alongside your fearless companion. Slay hordes of enemies, upgrade your arsenal, and overcome deadly bosses to seal away the ancient king of undeath Tar-Baphon!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.6%, Action Roguelike 20.2%, Roguelite 15.9%, Action RPG 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It brings the rich lore and RPG elements of the Pathfinder universe into a fast-paced survivor format.

Fallen hero of the Wild West, you’re wanted and in disgrace! Grab your guns, survive endless hordes of bounty hunters and fight to clear your name! Bounty of One is a fast-paced casual roguelite bullet hell for 1 to 4 players. Dash, Dodge, Shoot, Repeat!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.3%, Action Roguelike 21%, Roguelite 16.8%, Roguelike 11.7%, Action RPG 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: The fast-paced movement and western-themed aesthetic make for a highly energetic and addictive experience.

Smash your way through endless waves of enemies and grow absurdly powerful! Grab loot, level up, unlock characters and upgrade to create unique and crazy builds as you fend off hordes of creatures!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.5%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Roguelite 15.5%, Loot 14.8%, Roguelike 11.7%

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: Action Roguelike 22.6%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Roguelike 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 12%

Why You'll Like It: The focus on exploration and arcade-style combat provides a refreshing change of pace within the genre.

Hunt during the day, be hunted during the NIGHT! Scarlet Tower is a gothic horror casual game with roguelike and RPG elements, like talent trees, classes, familiars and more!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 22%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Roguelike 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: The gothic aesthetic and focus on character classes provide a familiar yet engaging experience for fans of dark fantasy.

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: Bullet Hell 18.9%, Action Roguelike 18.7%, Roguelite 14.2%, Action RPG 11.8%, Isometric 9.2%

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: Action Roguelike 20%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Roguelite 15.6%, Roguelike 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: While more of a platformer, its high-octane action and deep loot-based progression are essential for any fan of action-roguelites.

You are the first party mech pilot of alien planet colonizers! Project Lazarus is a survival game with rogue-lite elements. Deploy and upgrade your mech to the metal!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 48.5%, Bullet Hell 43.4%, Action 7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: It swaps the traditional fantasy setting for mechs, but keeps the satisfying upgrade and horde-clearing loop intact.

Battle hordes of monsters, acquire new skills, and upgrade your abilities. Customize your build with hundreds of item combinations and reach the top to fulfill your deepest desires. Conquer the tower in this thrilling roguelite hack and slash survivors game!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 14.4%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Loot 11.5%, Roguelite 10.8%

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: Loot 23.8%, Hack and Slash 23.3%, Action RPG 14.5%, Isometric 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%

Embark on an epic saga in Asgard's Fall, a norse Survivors-like Roguelite. Fight your way through hordes of creatures and let the gods feel your relentless wrath. How will your saga unfold?

Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.6%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Roguelite 15.5%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Roguelike 9.5%

It's time to become ridiculously powerful in an arcade roguelite RPG with no limits on your power! Guide your hero through infinite retro fantasy worlds, get loot, gain upgrades, and keep growing their power as you rip through hordes of enemies in the ultimate power fantasy!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.5%, Roguelite 13.8%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Loot 10.9%

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: Bullet Hell 18.6%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Isometric 11.8%, Roguelite 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%

Forge powerful builds with endless loot in this relentless combination of Roguelike and ARPG. Blast through dungeons and unleash inhuman powers in a dark fantasy twist on Brazil’s War of Canudos.

Why similar: Action RPG 17.5%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Loot 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%

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 21.9%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Roguelite 12.9%, Loot 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%

Loot, shoot, and mow down zombie hordes in this bullet heaven fever dream. Embark on a deadly roadtrip, fuel your bus, decide when to extract – and get that sweet inventory management kick when that new slot in your backpack fits just right.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Action Roguelike 19.1%, Loot 16.6%, Roguelite 14.4%, Roguelike 10.2%

Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 18%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Roguelite 14.5%, Loot 11.1%, Isometric 10.9%

Sci-fantasy themed roguelite horde survival game with RPG elements. Choose your character, collect various gear, and create game-breaking builds using powerful skills from the Galactic Leaders!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 15%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Loot 12.2%, Roguelite 11.3%, Hack and Slash 11.1%

A rogue-lite game where you must face hundreds of monsters with increasingly difficult bosses that strong enough to take you down. Choose your abilities, build your favorite combat style, become stronger and survive as long as you can!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.7%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Roguelite 14.9%, Roguelike 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

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: Bullet Hell 23%, Action Roguelike 22.8%, Loot 18.9%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Roguelike 11.2%

"Undead Onslaught" is a Bullet Heaven RPG where you ascend as the villain. Master unique mechanics and strategic combat to dominate a dark, evolving world.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.1%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Roguelite 10.9%, Roguelike 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%

Survive hordes of blood hungry enemies and hope for the best upgrades while you level up! Power Fantasy is a fresh rogue-survivors-like with unique heroes and tons of customization.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Action Roguelike 25.9%, RPG 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Hack and Slash 6%

SURVIVE COUNTLESS HORDES, BE A ONE MAN ARMY, DIE AND RETURN STRONGER. Halftime Heroes is a Survival Rogue Action RPG game with short and intense matches where you learn spells, level up, acquire loot and fight bosses. Each time you die you may upgrade or unlock several features.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.7%, Action Roguelike 19%, Roguelite 14.7%, Hack and Slash 11%, Roguelike 9.9%

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: Action Roguelike 16.5%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Roguelite 13.3%, Loot 10.4%, Action RPG 10.1%

Pixel Descent is an action rogue-lite in which you navigate a series of complex dungeons packed to the brim with monsters that want you dead. Sign the contract and descend into the deepest depths of the abyss knowing full well that you will definitely die there, it's just a matter of when.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.8%, Action Roguelike 23.7%, Action RPG 10.9%, Roguelike 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Be My Horde is a roguelite survivor where your minions fight for you. Become a formidable necromancer and turn your enemies into a resource! Raise fallen foes, build massive undead hordes, enhance your skills with devoured souls, and conquer the world – you’re the villain in this story.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 26%, Action Roguelike 24.8%, Roguelite 19%, Roguelike 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%

Grind Survivors is a fast-paced action roguelike where demon hunters face endless hellspawn. Dodge, loot, and blast through brutal bullet-hell combat with dynamic builds and ever-changing weapons in a scorched, demon-ridden world.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 27%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Loot 16.5%, Roguelite 13.4%, Roguelike 11.7%

A mini topdown action roguelike with chaotic spell-slinging hack-n-slash combat. Collect spells, choose perks and discover powerful synergies to become an unstoppable monster-slaying wizard.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.9%, Roguelite 24.6%, Roguelike 14%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Magic 6.3%

Artifact Seeker: Resurrection is a 3D Roguelike Survivor RPG game. Aurorium continent is just a board of gods game. You can obtain artifacts by slaying enemies. How to use the power of artifacts, to play the game of gods? To end the game ? Or just be a god yourself. Artifact Seeker, Your choice.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.9%, Action Roguelike 21.3%, Roguelite 16.6%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%

Grind, die, upgrade, repeat in this auto-attacking roguelite/RPG! Transform into an enemy-blender with your fave attacks made devastating with equipment, party members, and elemental evolutions. Survive to earn gems to unlock areas, permanent upgrades, characters, and god-like summons.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.2%, Action Roguelike 20.7%, Roguelite 12.9%, Action RPG 11.3%, Roguelike 9.8%

Embark on an online co-op Survival Roguelite adventure. Team up with friends, slash through endless waves of foes, conquer formidable bosses, fulfill quests, craft potent weapons, and unlock unique characters!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.2%, Roguelite 14.9%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Hack and Slash 14%, Roguelike 9.9%

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: Bullet Hell 17.3%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Loot 11.9%, Roguelite 10%

Devil Jam is a top-down survivor roguelite where you play a rockstar wielding up to 12 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of monsters. Choose from a variety of items to create unique builds and survive until the end.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.8%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Hack and Slash 13%, Roguelite 11.8%, Isometric 9.5%

Claim your throne as Vampire Lord in this survivors-like. Each run is another step on your journey with new followers, quests and skills to unlock. The night is yours to conquer.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.4%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelite 13.5%, Isometric 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%

Battle through hordes of horrific creatures as you hack and slash your way to the top of the Tower in this rogue-like dungeon crawler game. Choose from a variety of upgrades and weapons, and save the Tower.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.4%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Roguelite 14.1%, Action RPG 8.8%

Battle through demon-infested lands in this fast-paced rogue-lite bullet-heaven. Pick unique weapons with powerful evolutions, and hunt down ancient demons in intense boss fights. Loot, upgrade, and unlock new ways to grow stronger after every hunt!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.9%, Action Roguelike 23.8%, Loot 18.8%, Roguelite 17.5%, Roguelike 10.8%