- #1 Slay the Spire
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 213,462 reviews2019
Dev: Mega Crit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 67.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 28.7% ★, Card Battler 15.3%, Card Game 13.5%, Deckbuilding 10.9%, Turn-Based 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive roguelike-deckbuilder that established the core mechanics and strategic depth found in Deathless.
- #2 Monster Train
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,834 reviews2020
Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.5% ★, Card Battler 18.3%, Deckbuilding 14.3%, Card Game 13.3%, Difficult 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar focus on powerful relic synergies and tactical positioning across multiple lanes of combat.
- #3 Knock on the Coffin Lid
96% matchVery Positive84% of 2,871 reviews2024
Dev: RedBoon
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Investigate your own death, find ways to break free from a time loop, choose a hero who will ascend to the throne and rule the Northern gate! The fates of whole nations of the land of Midian depend on your choices.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.4% ★, Mouse Only 12.5% ★, Card Battler 11.6%, Deckbuilding 10.9%, Turn-Based 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a dark fantasy setting and robust character classes that align perfectly with the tone of Deathless.
- #4 Vault of the Void
95% matchVery Positive92% of 2,966 reviews2022
Dev: Spider Nest Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Vault of the Void is a fast-paced roguelike deckbuilder where the power is in your hands. Continuously customise your deck, crafting powerful combos and ingenious strategies. Upgrade your cards with Void Stones, infusing them with new abilities to help defeat the minions of The Void!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.1% ★, Card Battler 15.4%, Deckbuilding 15.3%, Card Game 12.9%, Difficult 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides exceptional control over deck construction and card management, perfect for players who enjoy deep tactical planning.
- #5 Across the Obelisk
94% matchVery Positive81% of 12,889 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamsite GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 20.1 hrsMean: 53.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23.3% ★, Card Battler 13.7%, Deckbuilding 12.9%, Turn-Based 12.6%, Card Game 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features party-based deckbuilding and complex skill trees that mirror the strategic variety of the seed game.
- #6 Banners of Ruin
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,191 reviews2021
Dev: MonteBearoPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Assemble your party. Answer the call. Win the war. Build a deck and fight a series of turn-based combats with up to 6 party characters through the city of Dawn's Point. Each character can unlock a set of unique cards and abilities that can augment your deck in powerful, exciting ways.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.5% ★, Card Battler 11.3%, Turn-Based 10.2%, Deckbuilding 10.2%, Mouse Only 10% ★
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical positioning and squad management, making every card play feel impactful in a turn-based environment.
- #7 Tainted Grail: Conquest
93% matchVery Positive90% of 8,213 reviews2021
Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A unique, infinitely replayable, story-driven hybrid between a deck-building Roguelike and an RPG game. Explore the ever-changing maps, fight with deadly enemies, and learn what happened to the cursed island of Avalon.
Why similar: Deckbuilding 22%, Card Game 18.9%, Turn-Based 17.2%, Card Battler 12.7%, Roguelike 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a dark, immersive atmosphere with deep character progression and challenging card-based encounters.
- #8 Wildfrost
92% matchVery Positive83% of 8,698 reviews2023
Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Take on the elements in Wildfrost, a tactical roguelike deckbuilder! Journey across a frozen tundra, collecting cards strong enough to banish the eternal winter…
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24.2% ★, Card Battler 15.2%, Deckbuilding 12.1%, Card Game 11.5%, Turn-Based 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: Introduces unique positioning mechanics and a charming art style that keeps the turn-based combat fresh and difficult.
- #9 Card Quest
91% matchVery Positive86% of 375 reviews2017
Dev: WinterSpring Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Card Quest is a dungeon crawling adventure game with unique card combat. Play with a variety of unique character classes, and customize decks to fit your playstyle. Explore the strategic depth of tactical roguelike gameplay, and crush the undead plague.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23% ★, Card Battler 13.6%, Deckbuilding 11.7%, Card Game 10.3%, Difficult 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A hardcore tactical card-battler that demands precise decision-making and efficient deck management.
- #10 Roguebook
90% matchVery Positive84% of 4,468 reviews2021
Dev: Abrakam Entertainment SAPub: Nacon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Embrace the challenge of a roguelike deckbuilder with unique mechanics from the developers of Faeria and Richard Garfield, creator of Magic: The Gathering™. Build a team of two heroes, unleash powerful combos and defeat the legends of the Roguebook!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 18.2% ★, Deckbuilding 12.4%, Card Battler 11.6%, Turn-Based 11.4%, Card Game 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: Utilizes a unique dual-hero system and exploration mechanics that add a layer of strategy beyond just card combat.
- #11 Blood Card
91% matchVery Positive81% of 722 reviews2019
Dev: Pixel Cattle Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
This card game combines elements of roguelike and deckbuilding. During the game, you shall strive ahead, gathering cards to build a unique deck and use it to defeat the enemies getting in your way. You will have to choose between escaping or try to defeat Death, who is relentlessly pursuing you.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.1% ★, Card Battler 14.4%, Deckbuilding 11.4%, Card Game 10.4%, Turn-Based 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features an innovative health-as-cards mechanic that forces players to balance survival with offensive output.
- #12 Griftlands
89% matchVery Positive94% of 14,364 reviews2021
Dev: Klei Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Griftlands is a deck-building roguelite where you negotiate, fight, steal or otherwise persuade others to get your way. Every decision is important, be it the jobs you take, the friends you make, or the cards you collect.
Why similar: Card Battler 16%, Deckbuilding 14.4%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 13.9% ★, Turn-Based 12.8%, Card Game 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: Integrates narrative-driven choices with a unique dual-deck system for both combat and negotiation.
- #13 SpellRogue
87% matchVery Positive87% of 1,603 reviews2025
Dev: Guidelight GamesPub: Ghost Ship Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
SpellRogue is the ultimate tactical turn-based roguelike! Draft from over 350 powerful spells to assemble the perfect combination and crush your enemies in 70+ unique encounters. Face brutal choices, adapt to impossible odds, and strike back at the horrors that destroyed the world.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.3% ★, Deckbuilding 15%, Card Battler 11.9%, Turn-Based 10.9%, Card Game 10%
Why You'll Like It: Replaces traditional energy with dice-based mechanics, offering a fresh tactical twist on the standard deckbuilder formula.
- #14 Deck of Ashes
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,064 reviews2020
Dev: AYGamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Deck of Ashes is an adventure game with tactical card combat. One character at a time, lead the cast of antiheroes on a quest for redemption. Explore the cursed fantasy world and hunt down powerful cards. Forge a unique Battle Deck, and crush your foes! Can you rid the world of the Ash Curse?
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24.5% ★, Card Battler 18.7%, Deckbuilding 14.9%, Turn-Based 8.8%, Card Game 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, gothic aesthetic and tactical combat that rewards careful resource management and deck planning.
- #15 Cobalt Core
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,240 reviews2023
Dev: Rocket Rat GamesPub: Brace Yourself Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A sci-fi roguelike deckbuilder with a deep new single-axis spin on tactics games! Dodge missiles, line up your cannons, and blast 'em out of the sky... Then get to the bottom of these time loops, before it's too late!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 43% ★, Card Game 19.7%, Deckbuilding 13.4%, Roguelike 11%, Turn-Based Combat 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi deckbuilder that emphasizes ship positioning and tactical card play in a highly replayable format.
- #16 Breachway
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,404 reviews2024
Dev: Edgeflow StudioPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore the galaxy in this deckbuilding, sci-fi roguelike where ship upgrades and crew management are key to your survival. Optimize resource generation, engage in intense turn-based battles, and take on ever-growing threats as you seek out The Signal.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.4% ★, Mouse Only 10.7% ★, Card Battler 10.3%, Deckbuilding 10.2%, Card Game 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi roguelike that emphasizes ship customization and tactical card combat in deep space.
- #17 Fate Hunters
88% matchMostly Positive79% of 875 reviews2019
Dev: Tower Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Fate Hunters is a hardcore mix of strategy card battles and a roguelike adventure. Build your deck, explore the dangerous dark fantasy world and face fearsome foes! Risk your life to get powerful treasures!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 33.5% ★, Card Battler 17.1%, Deckbuilding 14.3%, Card Game 13.2%, Turn-Based 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on dungeon exploration and risk-reward mechanics that mirror the path-selection style of the seed game.
- #18 Ratropolis
84% matchVery Positive88% of 5,498 reviews2020
Dev: Cassel Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A fusion of roguelite, tower defense, city-building, and deck-building! We created a new kind of real time strategy game filled with addictive and fast-paced gameplay. Create your deck, defend your city, and build the largest Ratropolis in history!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.5% ★, Card Battler 15%, Deckbuilding 14.7%, Mouse Only 12% ★, Card Game 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: Blends real-time strategy with deckbuilding, providing a frantic and rewarding experience for fans of tactical card games.
- #19 Pirates Outlaws
85% matchVery Positive83% of 751 reviews2020
Dev: Fabled Game
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Pirates Outlaws is a roguelike card game in which you navigate dangerous seas and challenge their masters. Your expedition will be full of ambushes and will not be easy. Build your deck and combos to become a reputed pirate.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.6% ★, Card Battler 12.7%, Card Game 11.1%, Turn-Based 10.8%, Deckbuilding 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a straightforward, highly accessible card-battler loop that is perfect for quick, strategic sessions.
- #20 Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers
82% matchVery Positive82% of 3,382 reviews2024
Dev: Purple Moss CollectorsPub: Yogscast Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Battle your way through a seedy tavern filled with gambling addicted townspeople in this Blackjack Roguelike Adventure. From aces and face cards to tarot cards, business cards and more, create your unique deck to beat the house.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26.5% ★, Deckbuilding 14.4%, Card Battler 13.5%, Card Game 13%, Roguelike 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A unique roguelike-deckbuilder that uses blackjack-inspired mechanics to create a fresh and challenging experience.
- #21 Ancient Gods
84% matchMixed63% of 302 reviews2022
Dev: Hexpion
Windows
Ancient Gods is a fusion of hero collector and deck-building rogue-lite where you collect your character, fight, and experience exciting events. Any character can use all the cards, combine them with the character's passive for ultimate power on your exploration.
Why similar: Card Battler 13.7%, Turn-Based 11%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 9.9% ★, Card Game 9.7%, Difficult 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on turn-based tactical combat and PVE challenges that test your ability to build a cohesive deck.
- #22 Dice Legends
81% matchVery Positive80% of 256 reviews2025
Dev: Big Bite GamesPub: Ad Luna
Windows
Dice Legends is a roguelike deckbuilder with RPG elements in which you become one of 3 heroes, use unique dice to activate cards, and unleash lethal combos to defeat hordes of enemies. Explore the world, collect epic loot, and uncover the mystery of the Last Human — the mage who changed the world!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.8% ★, Card Battler 15.2%, Mouse Only 11.3% ★, Card Game 11.2%, Deckbuilding 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Incorporates dice-based combat into a traditional roguelike-deckbuilder framework for added tactical variety.
- #23 Castle Morihisa
82% matchMixed68% of 448 reviews2022
Dev: Smokingbear StudioPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
"Castle Morihisa" is a roguelike featuring strategic deckbuilder. You need to build up your deck through constant battles, acquire powerful talents, and wield the power of the Fallen Heroes to unveil the truth behind the rebellion in Castle Morihisa.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.8% ★, Card Battler 13.2%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Deckbuilding 9.9%, Card Game 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers class-based tactical deckbuilding with a distinct Japanese folklore aesthetic and high replayability.
- #24 Die in the Dungeon
77% matchVery Positive92% of 3,224 reviews2026
Dev: ATICOPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Fight your way through a mysterious dungeon in this deck-building, turn-based roguelike game where you don't use cards, but dice! Deal with enemies by combining powerful dice on your board, boost their effects with magical relics, and risk it all hoping for a good roll on unexpected encounters.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.1% ★, Mouse Only 11.1% ★, Card Battler 10.3%, Deckbuilding 9.9%, Card Game 8.8%
- #25 Destiny or Fate
83% matchMixed56% of 485 reviews2019
Dev: BlasterPub: GameNet
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Destiny or Fate is a deck-building roguelite game. Choose a hero, build a deck and a party of mythical creatures, and set out on an endless adventure! Are you ready to make your own destiny, or will you succumb to an evil fate?
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 15.3% ★, Mouse Only 11.8% ★, Card Battler 11.4%, Deckbuilding 10.4%, Turn-Based 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawler that emphasizes card-based combat and character growth through relic acquisition.
- #26 Union of Gnomes
79% matchVery Positive82% of 354 reviews2025
Dev: HoolignomesPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Onwards to revolution in this challenging deck-building roguelite. Free your gnome comrades, assemble your squad, mind wieners (supplies), slay the slavers, and take down the fiercest of them all – Snow White! FREEDOM TO GNOMES!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.9% ★, Turn-Based 12.9%, Card Battler 12.4%, Deckbuilding 12.2%, Card Game 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features turn-based combat with a focus on unique character abilities and card-driven tactical choices.
- #27 Neurodeck : Psychological Deckbuilder
81% matchMixed60% of 264 reviews2021
Dev: TavroxGamesPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Neurodeck is a psychological deckbuilding card game to challenge your fears. Build your deck & capacities by answering personality tests, visiting rooms or meditating. Face your phobia and defeat them through the power of life-inspired cards.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21% ★, Card Battler 10.9%, Mouse Only 10.7% ★, Deckbuilding 10%, Turn-Based 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Uses a unique psychological theme to frame its deckbuilding mechanics, offering a different flavor of strategy.
- #28 9 Kings
75% matchVery Positive93% of 21,354 reviews2025
Dev: Sad SocketPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A fast-paced roguelike kingdom builder. Grow your empire and fight massive battles against powerful rival kings. Break the game with thousands of insane builds to become the King of Kings.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.2% ★, Mouse Only 11.2% ★, Card Battler 10.3%, Deckbuilding 10%, Card Game 8.9%
- #29 Deep Sky Derelicts
80% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,867 reviews2018
Dev: Snowhound GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Deep Sky Derelicts is an original combination of turn-based strategy and RPG, enriched with tactical card combat and popular roguelike elements. Explore derelict alien ships, fight, loot and upgrade your gear, all in distinctive retro-futuristic comic book aesthetic style.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 29.7% ★, Card Battler 16.1%, Deckbuilding 14.3%, Turn-Based 8.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi RPG that uses card-based combat to simulate tense exploration and tactical skirmishes.
- #30 Journey to the Void
76% matchVery Positive93% of 57 reviews2026
Dev: RuneHeads
Windows · Mac
Prepare to fend off attacks from all directions in this hybrid strategy roguelite deck builder. On your journey through varied grid-based biomes, battle unique foes and make tough moral choices to restore a corrupted land and decide the fate of your world.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.1% ★, Card Battler 13.4%, Deckbuilding 13%, Card Game 11.8%, Turn-Based 9.8%
- #31 Infinite Cards
75% matchVery Positive97% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: Tubby Turtle Studios
Windows
Discover infinite cards in this roguelike deckbuilder. Every card is unique, every run a new experience. Craft, combine, and build your deck completely freely to defeat enemies and bosses, or take on cleverly designed puzzle challenges!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 33% ★, Card Game 15%, Deckbuilding 14.1%, Card Battler 12.2%, Mouse Only 6.3% ★
- #32 Overdungeon
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,103 reviews2019
Dev: Pocketpair
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A completely new style real-time card battle "Overdungeon" Overdungeon combines rogue-like, tower defense and card games. More than 100 cards are Attack, Animal, Building, Spell, Trap, etc..Build your creative and crazy deck!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26.7% ★, Card Battler 14.7%, Deckbuilding 13.4%, Card Game 11.2%, Turn-Based 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a fast-paced, chaotic approach to deckbuilding that is great for players who enjoy overwhelming their enemies.
- #33 Vegangsters
76% matchVery Positive94% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: Poison Pill Games
Windows
Embark into a deck-building roguelike where real-time action will challenge your reaction and strategy skills. Face the deadliest criminals in intense turn-based combat, where each card defines the pace of the battle and save the city from the Vegangsters!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.5% ★, Card Battler 12.9%, Deckbuilding 11.2%, Card Game 10.6%, Turn-Based 10%
- #34 Deck Hunter
79% matchMixed69% of 326 reviews2019
Dev: L_Draven
Windows
Deck Hunter is a roguelike card game. The World of Klanojh has been cursed by Glatta, the Goddess of Anger. Build your deck, make combos, defeat fantasy creatures and help Avery to face the evil and restore the balance!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 32.6% ★, Deckbuilding 15.5%, Card Battler 14.1%, Roguelite 8.2%, Card Game 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic roguelike-deckbuilder that focuses on hero development and tactical card synergy.
- #35 Dragon Eclipse
77% matchMixed65% of 247 reviews2024
Dev: FardustPub: Awaken Realms
Windows
Dragon Eclipse is a roguelite deck-builder with a unique auto-battler twist. Choose your Tamer, team up with powerful Mystlings, and battle fierce foes. Grow and evolve your Mystlings, craft a winning deck, and unleash epic combos to dominate the battlefield. But beware—the Eclipse is close!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23.3% ★, Card Battler 13.8%, Deckbuilding 12.7%, Turn-Based 12.3%, Card Game 11.8%
- #36 Novus Orbis
74% matchVery Positive91% of 112 reviews2025
Dev: Seizo GamesPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
A combo-based deckbuilding roguelike through a space-time loop: collect cards, receive blessings, add pets to your party, and grow stronger. Chain together cards in the right order for max power, and act before the enemy does. Build synergistic decks, find many secrets, and make BIG numbers!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.5% ★, Deckbuilding 12.1%, Card Battler 10.9%, Turn-Based 10.3%, Card Game 8.9%
- #37 A Long Way Down
78% matchMixed66% of 230 reviews2020
Dev: Seenapsis StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A deck-building roguelite RPG set in a dark and tormented world. Assemble your party and use your cards to survive, fight and build your way through a dark maze of monsters orchestrated by an evil mastermind. Your choices will lead you to judgement.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 14.6% ★, Card Battler 13.4%, Card Game 10.9%, Deckbuilding 10.9%, Turn-Based 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that uses card-based combat to manage encounters and navigate dangerous environments.
- #38 Skogdal
73% matchVery Positive98% of 130 reviews2025
Dev: Erlend Kirkeboe
Windows
A deckbuilding adventure card game set in a rustic Norwegian town during the 90's. Recruit followers, draft cards and build powerful combos. Explore a hand-crafted world across multiple runs and uncover an unsettling mystery…
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.4% ★, Card Battler 12.1%, Card Game 11.4%, Deckbuilding 11%, Mouse Only 10% ★
- #39 Inkborn
72% matchVery Positive81% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Acram Digital
Windows · Mac
Inkborn is a roguelike deckbuilder with a card system built around chaining Glyph-based combos. Sequence your cards in tactical combat to unleash impactful effects. Customize your Skill Tree before each run, evolve new abilities and uncover the hidden story of a world folded in ink, metal and paper.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24.2% ★, Card Battler 13.4%, Deckbuilding 12.9%, Card Game 12.2%, Turn-Based 12.1%
- #40 Poker Quest: Swords and Spades
73% matchVery Positive87% of 718 reviews2022
Dev: Playsaurus
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Poker Quest is a fantasy roguelike where players use a standard 52-card deck to take on fierce enemies in epic battles. Featuring over 20 unique heroes, thousands of items, and deep gameplay that will test even the most experienced players.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.3% ★, Deckbuilding 12.7%, Card Game 11.9%, Card Battler 11%, Turn-Based 10.6%
- #41 The Last Hex
73% matchVery Positive80% of 217 reviews2021
Dev: That Indie Studio
Windows
The dead arise and only you can stand against them. Equip and train your character, grow your arsenal of cards, survive harrowing encounters and prepare for the final showdown with The Lost at ...The Last Hex! A RPG Deckbuilder with Roguelite elements.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26% ★, Deckbuilding 15.7%, Turn-Based 12.8%, Card Game 12.8%, Difficult 7.1%
- #42 Tamarak Trail
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 113 reviews2024
Dev: Yarrow GamesPub: Versus Evil
Windows
In this deck-building roguelike, you'll use a customizable dice set as you battle through randomly generated trails - full of loot, mysteries, and danger to protect inhabitants from the evil that has corrupted the trail.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.4% ★, Deckbuilding 12.5%, Card Battler 11.9%, Turn-Based 10.6%, Card Game 10.1%
- #43 DREAMGATE
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 94 reviews2020
Dev: Confirmed Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dreamgate is a unique hardcore mix of deck building card battler, roguelite adventure and RPG. Build your deck, explore the Dreamgate world and defeat fearsome foes!
Why similar: Card Battler 14.5%, Card Game 13.2%, Deckbuilding 10.8%, Turn-Based 10.1%, Mouse Only 9.9% ★
- #44 Acolyte of the Altar
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 102 reviews2024
Dev: Black Kite Games
Windows
Hunt through the wastelands for colossal Beasts in this roguelike deckbuilder. Beware! Beasts grow stronger during battle, allowing them to consume your creatures or counter your spells. Carve profane Gifts from these behemoths and grow stronger to serve your Patron! But serve them to what end?
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.3% ★, Card Battler 12.4%, Deckbuilding 11%, Mouse Only 10.9% ★, Card Game 10.6%
- #45 Magecraft: Spellbuilding
69% matchVery Positive97% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: Violet Grimoire
Windows
Craft spell cards, collect new effects, and build the perfect deck as you fight through rounds of turn-based combat. Survive randomly-generated dungeon layouts by countering enemy attacks with your own spells, and make the most of the powers and scrolls you pick up along the way.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 25% ★, Card Battler 14.2%, Deckbuilding 12.5%, Card Game 12.3%, Mouse Only 12.3% ★
- #46 Yao-Guai Hunter
67% matchVery Positive84% of 2,272 reviews2025
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Yao-Guai Hunter is a Wuxia roguelike deck-building game. In a world where Yao-Guai roam free, player battles with various evil beings, collecting cards and learn inner skills. Encountering various adventures in the martial world.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23% ★, Card Battler 12.8%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Card Game 11.7%, Deckbuilding 11.7%
- #47 Blood Card 2: Dark Mist
71% matchVery Positive86% of 315 reviews2021
Dev: Pixel Cattle Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dark Mist is a card game that combines elements of the roguelike deckbuilder genre with enemies that appear in waves. Defeat monsters and level up during battle to keep yourself going.
Why similar: Card Battler 14.7%, Deckbuilding 13.5%, Mouse Only 13.1% ★, Turn-Based 12.9%, Card Game 12.1%
- #48 Tabletop Hero
70% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: Kunpo
Windows
is a roguelike deck-building game. With a variety of heroes and classes, hundreds of cards and treasures, and a rich array of genres to explore, there's plenty to discover. Additionally, card enchantment and fusion mechanics help you build a stronger deck.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 36.7% ★, Deckbuilding 18.7%, Card Game 13.3%, Card Battler 11.3%, Strategy 6.6%
- #49 Hunter's Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure
67% matchVery Positive84% of 219 reviews2025
Dev: Crimson Herring StudiosPub: Zugalu Entertainment
Windows
A Victorian Steampunk Roguelite Deckbuilder. Choose from four characters with unique cards and abilities. Customize your deck and character as you investigate a mysterious plague. Battle corrupted beasts and bosses in turn-based combat to unlock powerful relics and enchanted tarot cards.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.4% ★, Deckbuilding 14.2%, Card Battler 12.8%, Card Game 12.3%, Turn-Based 8.8%
- #50 Monster Slayers
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,256 reviews2017
Dev: Nerdook Productions
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Monster Slayers is a rogue-like deck-building RPG adventure. Create a hero and choose your path through the perilous Northern Valley as you battle to become a true Monster Slayer.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.4% ★, Card Battler 12.5%, Deckbuilding 10.6%, Turn-Based 10.5%, Card Game 10.3%
- #51 Zoeti
70% matchMixed64% of 508 reviews2023
Dev: Dusklight CO., LTD.Pub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Zoeti is a turn-based roguelite that features a deck of playing cards used to create card combos and activate skills in the heat of battle. Bolster your arsenal of skills through battles, discoverable upgrades, or aid from the locals which enhance your plays to overcome the evil plaguing your land.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.8% ★, Card Battler 13.4%, Turn-Based 12.6%, Card Game 11.5%, Deckbuilding 11.1%
- #52 Cardnarok: Raid with Gods
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 104 reviews2021
Dev: Greedy Wolf Studio
Windows
A roguelite deckbuilding card game that demands tactics and switching in battle. Unlock and pick your divine battle team, develop your very own strategy and deck builds, preview levels and choose your path, and survive mythological bosses to defeat Azathoth in each playthrough.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26.1% ★, Card Battler 15.1%, Card Game 10.5%, Difficult 10.2%, Deckbuilding 8.1%
- #53 Dicey Dungeons
68% matchVery Positive89% of 11,632 reviews2019
Dev: Terry Cavanagh
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Become a giant walking dice, explore dungeons and defy Lady Luck in this dice powered roguelike! Now featuring "Reunion", a free DLC with six brand-new episodes!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 34.8% ★, Card Battler 15.2%, Deckbuilding 11.5%, Mouse Only 8.4% ★, Turn-Based 7.5%
- #54 Balatro
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 191,750 reviews2024
Dev: LocalThunkPub: Playstack
Windows · Mac
Median: 20.6 hrsMean: 47.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26.9% ★, Card Game 15.4%, Deckbuilding 13.8%, Turn-Based 9.2%, Card Battler 8.9%
- #55 C.A.R.D.S. RPG: The Misty Battlefield
69% matchMixed52% of 88 reviews2024
Dev: ACQUIRE Corp.
Windows
This game combines roguelike-style deckbuilding with SRPGs to create an all-new experience! Follow Vel as she leads the Clausewitz Battalion into battle against Fahftania and the Hellmuth Brigade. Collect 100 different cards to build the strongest deck and fight enemies on a map shrouded in mist.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 25.4% ★, Card Battler 14.4%, Card Game 12.7%, Deckbuilding 12.6%, Turn-Based 11.6%
- #56 Iris and the Giant
68% matchVery Positive88% of 1,309 reviews2020
Dev: Louis RigaudPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Iris and The Giant is a fusion of the CCG, RPG and roguelike genres. You play as Iris, who must brave her fears in her imaginary world. Dive into a melancholic and gripping adventure, filled with cute monsters and buried memories. Ready to face your inner demons?
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.4% ★, Card Battler 11.6%, Deckbuilding 10.9%, Turn-Based 10.5%, Card Game 10%
- #57 Commander Quest
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,816 reviews2025
Dev: Flyway Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Congratulations! You just found a 'one of a kind' roguelike that combines deck-building card game and auto battle strategy game! Consider unit counters, then create powerful synergy by breaking down the boundaries between the battlefield and cards, then lead your army to victory!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24% ★, Mouse Only 16.9% ★, Card Battler 14.1%, Deckbuilding 13.6%, Card Game 12.2%
- #58 Gordian Quest
66% matchVery Positive89% of 5,961 reviews2022
Dev: Mixed Realms Pte Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23.5% ★, Card Battler 15.2%, Turn-Based 13.8%, Deckbuilding 13%, Card Game 13%
- #59 Three Kingdoms: The Blood Moon
64% matchVery Positive93% of 790 reviews2025
Dev: Kygua TechPub: Gamersky Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Three Kingdoms: The Blood Moon is a turn-based Roguelike card game where you assume the role of a Shu general. Explore dungeons, gather relics, and amass a collection of cards. In each round, you can assemble a unique combination of cards and treasures to defeat your enemies and rewrite history!
Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26.1% ★, Card Battler 15.1%, Deckbuilding 14.9%, Turn-Based 13.1%, Card Game 13%
