- #1 Slasher's Keep
97% matchVery Positive83% of 2,271 reviews2020
Dev: Damian Schloter
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Hack, slash, shoot and loot your way through procedurally generated dungeons! Smack your enemies into spikes with your inventory sack!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.6%, Action Roguelike 22.1%, First-Person 12.4%, Roguelite 9.7%, RPG 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: This first-person dungeon crawler features deep procedural generation and a similar emphasis on melee combat and loot management.
- #2 Mortal Sin
96% matchVery Positive95% of 5,715 reviews2025
Dev: Nikola Todorovic
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.2%, Action Roguelike 20.1%, First-Person 12.6%, Roguelite 10.6%, Roguelike 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A visceral first-person action-roguelike that focuses on challenging, skill-based combat within dark, shifting dungeons.
- #3 Gloomgrave
96% matchVery Positive88% of 184 reviews2023
Dev: Netmancer
Windows
Gloomgrave is a roguelike dungeon crawler with a retro pixel aesthetic. Upgrade your Gloomcrawler with unique perks and experiment with different builds as you try to survive each depth in search of the ultimate ancient relic.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27%, Perma Death 11.7%, First-Person 10%, Roguelike 9.8%, RPG 8%
Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly captures the retro, first-person dungeon-crawling experience with its grid-based movement and pixelated aesthetic.
- #4 Eldritch
95% matchVery Positive88% of 2,216 reviews2013
Dev: Minor Key Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Eldritch is the original imsim roguelike: a first-person action game inspired by roguelikes, immersive sims, and H. P. Lovecraft.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.4%, Roguelike 18.5%, First-Person 12.2%, Roguelite 11.1%, Perma Death 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: This first-person roguelike blends Lovecraftian horror with voxel-based dungeon exploration and intense, fast-paced combat.
- #5 Barony
94% matchVery Positive91% of 14,398 reviews2015
Dev: Turning Wheel LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Barony is the premier first-person roguelike with cooperative play! Adventure alone, or gather a party with iconic and unusual RPG classes to face off against the brutal dungeons. Test your resourcefulness, wits, and friendships, on your quest to lift the evil lich's curse!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.1%, Action Roguelike 21%, Roguelike 14.6%, First-Person 10.2%, RPG 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A cooperative-focused first-person roguelike that captures the classic feel of old-school dungeon crawlers with deep RPG mechanics.
- #6 Lunacid
93% matchVery Positive91% of 10,657 reviews2023
Dev: KIRA LLC
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Cast into the Great Well, unwanted by the world above. You delve the dark in search of the Old One, your last salvation. Lunacid is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by Shadow Tower and King’s Field.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 54.7%, First-Person 18.6%, RPG 11.7%, Retro 6.6%, Atmospheric 3%
Why You'll Like It: Inspired by classic dungeon crawlers, this game offers a moody, atmospheric first-person exploration experience in a mysterious world.
- #7 One More Dungeon
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 660 reviews2015
Dev: Stately Snail
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
One More Dungeon is a first person shooter roguelike with procedurally generated levels and pixel-art graphics.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.9%, Action Roguelike 19.8%, Roguelike 10.4%, RPG 10.2%, Roguelite 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style first-person roguelike that strips the genre down to its core elements of exploration, combat, and loot.
- #8 Archtower
92% matchVery Positive94% of 109 reviews2022
Dev: Blaster Games Studio
Windows
Archtower is a mixture of ARPG and Roguelite. Explore the mysterious Tower, build your characters, improve and develop your clan. Use different skills from power crystals to optimize your builds. And try to survive. But don't worry, the game gives you options to keep your life and loot on defeat.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.6%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Perma Death 10.2%, Roguelite 9.8%, Roguelike 9%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person action-roguelike that emphasizes vertical dungeon exploration and tactical combat against varied enemy types.
- #9 Ziggurat 2
91% matchVery Positive90% of 1,470 reviews2021
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Ziggurat is back, and now it's even better! Use powerful weapons and spells to break through hordes of enemies and explore labyrinthine dungeons in this hectic roguelite FPS, while you improve your skills and discover new equipment.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.9%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Roguelite 13.9%, Perma Death 10.3%, Roguelike 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced first-person shooter roguelite offers a polished experience focused on magical combat and dungeon clearing.
- #10 Crypt of the Serpent King
91% matchVery Positive83% of 298 reviews2016
Dev: Rendercode Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Crypt of the Serpent King is a medieval first-person hack'n'slash dungeon crawler with roguelike elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fighting underworld creatures along the way, all while avoiding traps and collecting loot!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.9%, Dungeon Crawler 26.3%, RPG 15.4%, Procedural Generation 7.7%, Indie 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, first-person dungeon crawler that focuses on melee combat and navigating dangerous, procedurally generated levels.
- #11 UnderMine
89% matchVery Positive90% of 9,748 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 30.5%, Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, Roguelite 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, RPG 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: While top-down, this game captures the addictive loot-and-explore loop of Delver with its charming pixel art and challenging boss fights.
- #12 Ziggurat
90% matchVery Positive85% of 3,953 reviews2014
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dungeon-Crawling First Person Shooting at its finest! Fast-paced combat! Dozens of perks, spells and enemies! Level ups! Random Dungeons! Traps! Badass bosses! Carrots!
Why similar: Roguelite 17.5%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, Action Roguelike 16.2%, Perma Death 10.9%, Roguelike 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: The original title in the series, offering a solid blend of first-person shooting and dungeon-crawling roguelite mechanics.
- #13 Heroes of Hammerwatch
89% matchVery Positive87% of 9,421 reviews2018
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.1%, Action Roguelike 25%, Roguelite 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, RPG 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite dungeon crawler that emphasizes character progression and cooperative play in a pixelated fantasy world.
- #14 Dread Delusion
86% matchVery Positive90% of 4,890 reviews2024
Dev: Lovely HellplacePub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.
Why similar: RPG 30.8%, First-Person 30.6%, Pixel Graphics 17.4%, Adventure 10.8%, Fantasy 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world RPG that features a unique retro-aesthetic and deep exploration elements reminiscent of classic first-person dungeon crawlers.
- #15 Dungeons of Edera
87% matchMixed68% of 1,056 reviews2022
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.4%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelite 13.1%, RPG 12.5%, Procedural Generation 7%
Why You'll Like It: A third-person action-RPG that captures the spirit of classic dungeon crawling with its randomized layouts and loot-driven progression.
- #16 A Wizard's Lizard
88% matchMostly Positive70% of 444 reviews2014
Dev: Lost Decade Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with powerful weapons and items. Battle back the hordes of evil. Rescue villagers to improve your town and increase your power for your next trek into the dungeon.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.8%, Roguelite 17%, Roguelike 16.6%, RPG 10.7%, Dungeon Crawler 8%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-roguelike that features challenging combat and a focus on exploring dangerous, trap-filled dungeons.
- #17 WASTED
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,179 reviews2016
Dev: Mr. Podunkian
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Get wasted or get wasted trying in WASTED, a roguelike post-apocalyptic pub crawler. Fight tooth and nail, bullets and baseball bats in search of Booze, gain strange mutational Hangovers, and explore the Coolers in search of powerful weapons, armor, and a nice stiff drink to top it all off.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.8%, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Roguelite 14%, RPG 10.6%, Roguelike 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic first-person roguelike that features dungeon-crawling elements and a unique, gritty aesthetic.
- #18 Heavy Bullets
85% matchVery Positive82% of 1,562 reviews2014
Dev: Terri VellmannPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Heavy Bullets is a randomized FPS dungeon crawler where players make their way through a colorful maze, while protecting themselves from aggressive creatures and malfunctioning security devices. The goal lies at the end of the 8th level, where they must reset the security mainframe to restore order and reap the rewards.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.1%, Roguelite 12.8%, Roguelike 12.5%, FPS 10.7%, Dungeon Crawler 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person roguelike shooter that forces you to manage your limited ammunition carefully while navigating dangerous corridors.
- #19 Tower of Guns
84% matchVery Positive80% of 1,239 reviews2014
Dev: Terrible Posture Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tower of Guns is a fast paced first-person-shooter for the twitch gamer... with a few randomized elements to keep it fresh with each playthrough. It's a short burst "Lunch Break FPS"... not unlike Binding of Isaac mixed with Doom 2. Tower of Guns was made by a guy named Joe (with his brother Mike composing the music).
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.1%, Perma Death 13.6%, Roguelike 13.1%, First-Person 13.1%, Roguelite 12.8%
Why You'll Like It: A frantic first-person shooter roguelike that focuses on movement and dodging projectiles in a dungeon-like setting.
- #20 TinyKeep
84% matchMixed65% of 417 reviews2014
Dev: PhigamesPub: Digital Tribe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
TinyKeep, a top-down procedurally generated dungeon escape game with permadeath - you die and it's game over. Master the frantic physics-based combat, lure enemies into traps or make them fight each other for dominance. There are many ways to survive in TinyKeep!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 45.5%, RPG 18.4%, Perma Death 14.2%, Action 7.6%, Adventure 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A physics-based dungeon crawler that focuses on emergent gameplay and tactical combat in a procedurally generated environment.
- #21 Dungeon Souls
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,226 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: Dungeon Crawler 25.5%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelike 10.9%, Roguelite 10.1%, RPG 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that emphasizes fast-paced combat and character builds while exploring complex, randomized dungeons.
- #22 Devil Spire
81% matchVery Positive88% of 481 reviews2022
Dev: Ithiro Sumi
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Roguelite Pseudo-3D Dungeon Crawler. It's King's Field but procedurally generated, and with Hexen-style graphics!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28%, Roguelite 14.2%, Perma Death 13.7%, First-Person 10.5%, RPG 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired dungeon crawler that focuses on tight, challenging combat and exploration in a dark fantasy setting.
- #23 Diehard Dungeon
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 499 reviews2014
Dev: Tricktale
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Combining its own unique take on the real-time roguelike genre, with a nostalgic 16-bit look and feel, Diehard Dungeon is a game that feels both familiar and quite different at the same time. Followed by a trusty, treasure collecting companion chest, you must make your way through the dungeons many randomly-generated rooms and levels.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.2%, Roguelike 19.3%, RPG 11.4%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%, Roguelite 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling roguelite that features a persistent companion and a focus on clearing rooms of enemies for loot.
- #24 Dungreed
81% matchVery Positive93% of 9,514 reviews2018
Dev: TEAM HORAY
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.9 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 26.2%, Dungeon Crawler 20.3%, Roguelite 16.1%, Roguelike 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 11%
Why You'll Like It: This action-roguelike offers a deep variety of weapons and items to find while exploring a massive, ever-changing dungeon.
- #25 MOTHERGUNSHIP
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,598 reviews2018
Dev: Terrible Posture Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
MOTHERGUNSHIP is a bullet-hell FPS where you craft your own guns, fight gigantic bosses, and defeat a robotic alien armada that conquered Earth. Face off against overwhelming odds in brutal, non-stop combats where thinking on your feet is the only way to survive.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.7%, First-Person 13.7%, Roguelite 13.6%, Roguelike 12.1%, FPS 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This intense first-person roguelite features massive weapon customization and bullet-hell combat within sprawling, randomized environments.
- #26 Skelly Selest
79% 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 21.6%, Dungeon Crawler 19.4%, Roguelite 14.5%, Roguelike 11.4%, Perma Death 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A frantic, retro-styled action-roguelite that pits you against waves of enemies in a dungeon-like arena.
- #27 Caveblazers
79% matchVery Positive85% of 4,486 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 24%, Perma Death 16.6%, Roguelite 14.8%, Roguelike 14%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, challenging action-roguelike that focuses on platforming and combat in a procedurally generated cave system.
- #28 Pixel Descent
78% matchVery Positive84% of 135 reviews2024
Dev: Moonskull Games
Windows
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: Dungeon Crawler 25.3%, Action Roguelike 19.4%, Perma Death 12.9%, Roguelike 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell action-roguelike that focuses on intense, reflex-based combat within a pixelated dungeon environment.
- #29 Legend of Dungeon
80% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,637 reviews2013
Dev: Robot Loves Kitty
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Legend of Dungeon is a randomly generated action RPG Beat'em'up with heavy Rogue-like elements, striking visuals, and dynamic music.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.1%, Action Roguelike 21.6%, Roguelike 15%, Perma Death 9.2%, RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A beat-'em-up style roguelike that features a massive dungeon to descend and a charming, colorful pixel art style.
- #30 bit Dungeon II
77% matchVery Positive82% of 2,214 reviews2014
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 26.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
bitDungeon II is fast action-adventure game with a giant overworld to explore. You are a spirit in an undead world of demons. Your "loved one's " grave has been desecrated. Fight through these corrupted lands, and bring peace to her soul.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.4%, Dungeon Crawler 18.4%, RPG 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Roguelike 10.7%
- #31 Overture
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,262 reviews2015
Dev: Black Shell GamesPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Overture is an action-adventure roguelike which draws heavy inspiration from hits such as Diablo, Realm of The Mad God, Zelda, and The Binding of Isaac. Explore vast randomly generated dungeons and slay hordes of cunning enemies!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.4%, Dungeon Crawler 20.1%, Roguelike 11%, RPG 10.2%, Roguelite 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-roguelike that features a wide variety of classes and fast-paced, chaotic combat encounters.
- #32 NETHER DUNGEONS
75% matchVery Positive83% of 423 reviews2024
Dev: Arakuma Studio
Windows
Nether Dungeons is an action-packed dungeon crawler. Battle through procedurally generated dungeons, face relentless enemies, and defeat epic bosses. Customize your hero, wield diverse weapons, and survive intense challenges as you descend into ever-changing, dangerous depths.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.1%, Action Roguelike 22.2%, Roguelite 15.4%, Roguelike 12.5%, Procedural Generation 6.5%
- #33 Striving for Light
74% matchVery Positive80% of 223 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.1%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Perma Death 14.6%, Roguelite 12.8%, Roguelike 10.3%
- #34 Dungelot: Shattered Lands
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 570 reviews2016
Dev: Red Winter SoftwarePub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Dungelot: Shattered Lands takes you on an epic roguelike dungeon-crawler adventure to defeat zombie cows, splat giant evil mushrooms, and generally get back home in one piece. Deceptively simple, ever so addictive.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.5%, Action Roguelike 22.5%, RPG 15.8%, Roguelike 12.3%, Roguelite 6.7%
- #35 Heroes Of Loot: Gauntlet Of Power
74% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Orangepixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mount and upgrade your weapons into special combos in this randomly generated action RPG shooter. Mow down thousands of dungeon dwelling creatures and survive as you descend deeper into the dungeon! Unlock items, complete quests, and find all the secrets to help you reach the boss of bosses!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.9%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Roguelite 12.4%, Roguelike 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #36 Pixel Dungeon
76% matchVery Positive90% of 442 reviews2015
Dev: Retronic Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Pixel Dungeon is an exciting and extremely popular roguelike (more than 2 million mobile installs!). Explore the depths of Pixel Dungeon, collect useful items and fight fierce monsters to find the Amulet of Yendor - the ultimate artefact of this game world!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.2%, Roguelike 22.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, RPG 13.8%, Perma Death 5.3%
- #37 Deep Dungeons of Doom
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 761 reviews2014
Dev: Bossa Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
This game is only for the brave. Dungeons await, each one deeper, each one more perilous and each one more challenging than the last.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.4%, RPG 23.3%, Pixel Graphics 18.1%, Roguelike 9.2%, Roguelite 8.9%
- #38 Into the Necrovale
73% matchVery Positive86% of 588 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28%, Action Roguelike 22.7%, Roguelike 14.4%, Roguelite 12.2%, RPG 7.5%
- #39 Hammerwatch
73% matchVery Positive89% of 6,479 reviews2013
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 48.1%, RPG 14%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Indie 5.4%, Roguelike 5%
- #40 Moonlighter
73% matchVery Positive82% of 21,581 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: Dungeon Crawler 25.7%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Roguelite 13.4%, Roguelike 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #41 Hack, Slash, Loot
75% matchMixed52% of 752 reviews2012
Dev: David Williamson
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A single-player turn-based dungeon crawler. Take control of a lone hero and explore sprawling dungeons, fight dangerous monsters.
Why similar: Roguelike 45.8%, RPG 14.4%, Perma Death 13.2%, Dungeon Crawler 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #42 Magicite
72% matchVery Positive85% of 7,589 reviews2014
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Explore, craft, and survive in this Multiplayer RPG Platformer with permanent death! Featuring many Rogue-like elements, Magicite randomly generates each underground dungeon for you and your friends to delve deep into.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.9%, Roguelike 18.6%, Perma Death 15.9%, RPG 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%
- #43 Devious Dungeon
72% matchVery Positive83% of 408 reviews2019
Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.3%, Action Roguelike 21.5%, Roguelike 12.9%, RPG 8.3%, Procedural Generation 8.3%
- #44 It Lurks Below
71% matchVery Positive83% of 1,274 reviews2019
Dev: Graybeard GamesPub: Skystone Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
It Lurks Below is an action-oriented, survival RPG in a randomly generated world. Fight through the massive underground dungeon, customize your character with random items and find out what evil lurks below.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 33.7%, RPG 27%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Indie 9.4%, Action 9.2%
- #45 Dive The Depths
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 112 reviews2025
Dev: FrizuoPub: Starpixel Studios
Windows
Dive The Depths is an action-roguelike set beneath the ocean's surface. As a humble diver, you must navigate the world filled with bizarre sea creatures, submerged ruins, and forgotten histories. Can you conquer the depths and unravel the secrets that hidden beneath the waves?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Perma Death 14%, Roguelite 12.1%, Roguelike 11.8%
- #46 Hellblusser
71% matchVery Positive88% of 114 reviews2021
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
Hellblusser is a hot, fast-paced first-person rogue-like. Play as a young prince who is traveling to hell to extinguish it. Swing your sword, play with fire, and collect the tears of your enemies.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 33.8%, Action Roguelike 25.9%, RPG 11.9%, First-Person 10.4%, Action 7%
- #47 Mana Spark
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 686 reviews2018
Dev: BEHEMUTT
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A challenging action RPG with deep souls-like combat and rogue-like elements. Explore a dreadful dungeon and fight smart enemies that will plan and collaborate between themselves to defeat you.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.3%, Action Roguelike 19.3%, Roguelite 13.6%, Roguelike 12.3%, Procedural Generation 7.6%
- #48 Shadow of the Depth
69% matchMostly Positive70% of 474 reviews2025
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Shadow of the Depth is a top-down action Roguelite game. Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Perma Death 13.7%, Roguelite 13%, Roguelike 11.8%
- #49 Kerker
68% matchVery Positive94% of 77 reviews2024
Dev: Retrobright
Windows · Mac
Kerker is a procedurally generated dungeon crawler FPS roguelike that challenges the player with its varying cast of enemies, exclusive weapons and different dungeon types. Fight your way to riches by slaying foes, obtaining/combining unique abilities and finding forgotten treasures.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, First-Person 14.5%, Action 9.1%, Adventure 8.8%
- #50 City of Brass
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 829 reviews2018
Dev: Uppercut Games Pty Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A first-person action adventure, inspired by Arabian Nights, from senior BioShock developers.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.1%, Dungeon Crawler 16.1%, Perma Death 14.2%, Roguelike 12%, First-Person 9.5%
- #51 Paranautical Activity: Deluxe Atonement Edition
70% matchMixed68% of 1,408 reviews2014
Dev: Digerati DistributionPub: Digerati
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Paranautical Activity combines the classic FPS action of games like Doom and Quake, with the randomness and difficulty of modern roguelikes like Binding of Isaac and Spelunky.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.5%, Roguelike 22.2%, FPS 11.6%, Roguelite 11.3%, Indie 5.3%
- #52 Ancient Dungeon
67% matchVery Positive95% of 1,648 reviews2021
Dev: Eric Thullen
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Ancient Dungeon VR is a fast-paced roguelite dungeon crawler built for VR. Explore procedurally generated dungeons, slash enemies, collect loot, and unlock upgrades in immersive physics-based combat. Play solo or co-op with up to 4 players.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.1%, Roguelike 14.3%, Roguelite 13.2%, Perma Death 9.4%, RPG 8.3%
- #53 Berserk Mode
67% matchVery Positive94% of 237 reviews2023
Dev: Adam Travers
Windows
Berserk Mode is a visceral time-attack fantasy rogue-lite. Become the Berserker and wade into a dungeon battlefield swarming with monsters. Unleash the absurd power of your Beast in a storm of blood and gibs. Prepare to enter Berserk Mode.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.9%, Perma Death 13.6%, Roguelite 12.9%, Roguelike 11.6%, First-Person 10.8%
- #54 MoonQuest
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 107 reviews2020
Dev: Wizard Mode
Windows
A procedurally-generated adventure game! Explore unique worlds with wild forests, ice-capped mountains and ancient ruins. Talk to giant snails, seek out magical items, and forge the weapons that will help you on your journey!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 16.8%, Roguelite 14.8%, Roguelike 13.4%, Action Roguelike 10.1%, Perma Death 9.4%
- #55 Perseus: Titan Slayer
68% matchMixed64% of 366 reviews2023
Dev: SicariusPub: G-DEVS.com
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Defeat the Titans as you battle your way into Tartarus to stop Chaos from conquering Olympus and destroying the world. In this rogue-like dungeon crawler adventure, you will play as Perseus, a demigod tasked with one mission; stop Chaos and the evil forces that surround him.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21%, Action Roguelike 20.4%, Roguelite 14.5%, Roguelike 12.5%, RPG 8.9%
- #56 Unexplored
67% matchVery Positive85% of 717 reviews2017
Dev: Ludomotion
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The ROGUELITE that feels like a ROGUELIKE. Praised for its fantastically generated dungeons, real-time combat and surprising amount of content and depth. One of the BEST GAMES OF THE YEAR according to PC Gamer and VICE Waypoint.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.5%, Dungeon Crawler 18%, Roguelite 18%, Perma Death 10.3%, RPG 10.2%
- #57 Pereelous
65% matchVery Positive85% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: VANDERMAESEN GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spin your way to victory in this slotmachine-driven dungeon crawler. Battle monsters, collect loot and unleash the power of the random reels !
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29%, RPG 15.8%, Roguelike 15%, Roguelite 13.3%, Perma Death 9.5%
- #58 Below the Stone
65% matchVery Positive85% of 433 reviews2023
Dev: StrollartPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Below the Stone is an extraction roguelike about dwarves on the quest for the deepest depths. A place where each and every descent will lead to new adventures -- and where only the most determined dwarves with many lost lives will be rewarded by the hidden world lying below the stone.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.3%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelite 13%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #59 Gatedelvers
66% matchVery Positive91% of 76 reviews2023
Dev: Unikone
Windows
A dungeon-crawling, world-hopping roguelike adventure! Grab your friends, stick dynamite to your sword, throw candles at your foes and die in various exciting ways!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.2%, Action Roguelike 24.2%, Perma Death 15.7%, Roguelike 13%, Procedural Generation 9.7%
- #60 The Dungeoning
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 73 reviews2014
Dev: Nick Donnelly
Windows · Mac
The Dungeoning is a difficult action platformer with character levelling, set in a procedurally generated dungeon. Kill enemies, level up using experience and master varied weapons and magic. Collect gold to spend with traders and buy better weapons. Try NG+ and beyond for an extra challenge.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.5%, RPG 17.7%, Roguelike 16.6%, Roguelite 14.5%, Action 6.5%