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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Roguelike, RPG, Turn-Based, Dungeon Crawler.

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Each step into the unknown heals you and reveals new obstacles as you guide fresh heros to glorious retirement or ignominious death. Master tactical spells, appease ancient gods and get rich through taxidermy in this award-winning quick-play puzzle-roguelike.

Reviews: Very Positive — 84% — of 2,358 reviews
Released: 2023-04-18
Developer: QCF Design
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 1.5 hrs
Mean playtime: 7.9 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 57%

Overview

Desktop Dungeons is a masterclass in 'puzzle-roguelike' design, where every move is a calculated resource management decision rather than a simple attack. These recommendations focus on games that prioritize tactical depth, turn-based combat, and the 'brain-burning' satisfaction of solving complex dungeon encounters with limited resources.

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  1. #1 Desktop Dungeons: Rewind
    97% matchMostly Positive77% of 652 reviews2023
    Dev: QCF DesignPub: Prismatika
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    Desktop Dungeons: Rewind bestows bites of tactical roguelike action, which will quickly fester into a deep, lingering, and strategic obsession. Bargain with gods, equip your spoon and pick your battles, before retreating into the healing darkness. But beware… there are still many monsters to face!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 29.1%, Roguelike 25.7%, Puzzle 7.2%, Difficult 7.1%, Resource Management 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive, modernized version of the seed game, offering the same core puzzle-roguelike loop with improved visuals and a helpful rewind mechanic.

  2. #2 Sproggiwood
    96% matchMostly Positive80% of 595 reviews2014
    Dev: Freehold Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Bring civilization to Sproggiwood, a story-driven, turn-based roguelike set in a humorous world inspired by Finnish mythology. Grow your civilization and plunder procedural dungeons with six unique classes. Outsmart mischievous monsters who work together in unexpected ways. No two dungeon dives are alike.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 47.9%, Roguelike 26.1%, Traditional Roguelike 9.7%, Procedural Generation 5.5%, RPG 4.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a charming, bite-sized take on the roguelike genre that emphasizes tactical positioning and short, punchy dungeon runs.

  3. #3 Dicey Dungeons
    96% matchVery Positive89% of 11,830 reviews2019
    Dev: Terry Cavanagh
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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: Turn-Based 37.3%, Roguelike 35.6%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Roguelite 7.2%, RPG 5%

    Why You'll Like It: This game captures the same bite-sized, class-based tactical variety and puzzle-like combat encounters found in the seed game.

  4. #4 Ring of Pain
    95% matchVery Positive91% of 5,079 reviews2020
    Dev: Simon BoxerPub: Balor Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Enter the Ring of Pain, a roguelike card crawler where encounters come to you. Each step around the ring a dire decision. Go for the loot or backstab a creeping horror? Meet strange friends bearing gifts and treasure. Choose your gear wisely to survive and discover the secrets of the Ring of Pain.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 38.7%, Roguelike 32.2%, Difficult 9.7%, Dungeon Crawler 6.6%, Roguelite 6%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the card-based dungeon exploration and high-stakes tactical decision-making that makes every step in Desktop Dungeons feel like a puzzle.

  5. #5 Dungeons of Dredmor
    94% matchVery Positive94% of 5,431 reviews2011
    Dev: Gaslamp Games, Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Test your luck and cunning in this exciting RPG as you craft, cast, and pillage your way through Lord Dredmor's Dungeons.

    Why similar: Roguelike 44.5%, Turn-Based 25.5%, Traditional Roguelike 14.8%, RPG 4.9%, Dungeon Crawler 3.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides a classic dungeon-crawling experience with a humorous tone and deep character-building systems that appeal to fans of the seed game's RPG elements.

  6. #6 Crown Trick
    94% matchVery Positive85% of 5,388 reviews2020
    Dev: NEXT StudiosPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Enter a labyrinth that moves as you move, where mastering the elements is key to defeating enemies and uncovering the mysteries of this underground world. With a new experience awaiting every time you enter the dungeon, let the power bestowed by the crown guide you in this challenging adventure!

    Why similar: Roguelike 35.6%, Turn-Based 31.9%, Difficult 7.4%, RPG 6.7%, Dungeon Crawler 4.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A turn-based roguelike that emphasizes tactical skill usage and positioning, making it feel like a strategic puzzle in every room.

  7. #7 Shattered Pixel Dungeon
    93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,162 reviews2022
    Dev: Shattered Pixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Shattered Pixel Dungeon is a traditional roguelike dungeon crawler that's simple to start but hard to master! Every game is a unique challenge, with six different heroes, randomized levels and enemies, and hundreds of items to collect and use.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 31.2%, Roguelike 29.8%, Traditional Roguelike 10.3%, Difficult 7.4%, RPG 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A highly polished traditional roguelike that captures the essence of dungeon crawling with deep tactical depth and rewarding item management.

  8. #8 Tales of Maj'Eyal
    92% matchVery Positive94% of 7,427 reviews2013
    Dev: Netcore Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Tales of Maj’Eyal is a roguelike RPG, featuring tactical turn-based combat and advanced character building. Play as one of many unique races and classes in the lore-filled world of Eyal, exploring random dungeons, facing challenging battles, and developing characters with your own tailored mix of abilities and powers.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 34.6%, Roguelike 31.5%, Traditional Roguelike 10.4%, Difficult 9.3%, Dungeon Crawler 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: For players who love the complex theory-crafting and class synergies of Desktop Dungeons, this offers unparalleled depth in character builds.

  9. #9 Into the Breach
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 22,217 reviews2018
    Dev: Subset Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 32.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.

    Why similar: Roguelike 39.5%, Turn-Based 34.3%, Puzzle 9%, Roguelite 4.9%, RPG 4.5%

    Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi themed, it is the gold standard for turn-based tactical games that play exactly like a complex, high-stakes puzzle.

  10. #10 Card Quest
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 378 reviews2017
    Dev: WinterSpring Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 15.2 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 37.8%, Turn-Based 27.5%, Difficult 11.1%, RPG 9%, Dungeon Crawler 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This game turns combat into a deep tactical puzzle where managing your hand and resources is essential to surviving each encounter.

  11. #11 Darkest Dungeon®
    89% matchVery Positive92% of 161,643 reviews2016
    Dev: Red Hook Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 45.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?

    Why similar: Roguelike 40.3%, Turn-Based 27.2%, Difficult 9.8%, RPG 8.4%, Dungeon Crawler 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on high-stakes resource management and tactical combat, forcing players to make difficult choices in a dark fantasy setting.

  12. #12 Dungeonmans
    90% matchVery Positive91% of 1,233 reviews2014
    Dev: Adventurepro Games LLC
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Crush monsters and get loots in the classic turn-based style of deep dungeons and high adventure! Grow the Dungeonmans Academy, a bastion of learning that expands as you play. Serious gameplay with a light-hearted atmosphere, combining the feel of history's great RPGs and dice-slinging adventures around the tabletop.

    Why similar: Roguelike 56.3%, Turn-Based 18.7%, Traditional Roguelike 18.4%, RPG 4.8%, Dungeon Crawler 1.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, traditional roguelike that focuses on satisfying character progression and rewarding dungeon exploration.

  13. #13 Dungeon of the ENDLESS™
    89% matchVery Positive85% of 14,039 reviews2014
    Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Dungeon of the ENDLESS™ is a Rogue-Like Dungeon-Defense game, in which the player and their team of heroes must protect the generator of their crashed ship while exploring an ever-expanding dungeon, all while facing waves of monsters and special events as they try to find their way out...

    Why similar: Roguelike 59.2%, RPG 8.6%, Difficult 6.9%, Resource Management 6.8%, Dungeon Crawler 5.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Blends roguelike exploration with tower-defense style resource management, requiring players to balance survival with tactical room placement.

  14. #14 Tangledeep
    88% matchVery Positive82% of 1,482 reviews2018
    Dev: Impact Gameworks
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 32.4%, Roguelike 29.1%, Traditional Roguelike 10.8%, Difficult 9%, RPG 6.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines the depth of traditional roguelikes with modern, accessible tactical combat mechanics that feel very familiar to fans of the genre.

  15. #15 Monster Train
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,924 reviews2020
    Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    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 56.8%, Difficult 14.3%, Roguelite 10.4%, RPG 8.3%, Fantasy 5.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A roguelike deckbuilder that requires careful resource management and tactical planning to overcome increasingly difficult dungeon floors.

  16. #16 Path of Achra
    85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 3,239 reviews2024
    Dev: UlfsirePub: Slouching Beast LLC
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Path of Achra is a dark fantasy roguelike of the ancient earth, with a focus on streamlined controls and rapid hero customization. A "broken build sandbox." Fight through the deadly lands of Achra to reach the horrors of the Obelisk, and discover what lies beyond...

    Why similar: Roguelike 63.6%, Traditional Roguelike 12.7%, RPG 10.4%, Dungeon Crawler 7.1%, Procedural Generation 3.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers deep, synergistic build-crafting similar to the complex class and race interactions found in the seed game.

  17. #17 ADOM (Ancient Domains Of Mystery)
    87% matchVery Positive84% of 1,615 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Biskup
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    ADOM (Ancient Domains Of Mystery) is one of the most successful roguelike games ever created, boasting a brilliant mix of story, RPG, exploration, and intensely strategic & flexible combat. The Steam version adds various features like achievements, difficulty level customization & play modes.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 32.9%, Roguelike 29.5%, Traditional Roguelike 12.1%, Difficult 8.8%, Dungeon Crawler 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic, deep traditional roguelike for players who want maximum complexity and a rich world to explore.

  18. #18 Runestone Keeper
    86% matchVery Positive84% of 2,460 reviews2015
    Dev: BlackfirePub: Cimugames
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Runestone Keeper is a roguelike dungeon crawler that blends classic RPG elements and turn based strategy. Heroes, monsters, equipment, events, magic and skills, traps and devices, shrines and altars, Goddesses and merchants. Choose your weapon and begin an epic adventure!

    Why similar: Roguelike 59.5%, Turn-Based 16.1%, RPG 13.6%, Roguelite 5.3%, Casual 3.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-roguelike that shares the tile-flipping exploration mechanics and tactical combat feel of the seed game.

  19. #19 Invisible, Inc.
    84% matchVery Positive91% of 5,772 reviews2015
    Dev: Klei Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Take control of Invisible's agents in the field and infiltrate the world's most dangerous corporations. Stealth, precision, and teamwork are essential in high-stakes, high-profit missions, where every move may cost an agent their life.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 38.6%, Roguelike 34.2%, Difficult 14.3%, Roguelite 7.3%, Procedural Generation 4.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This turn-based stealth game plays like a high-stakes tactical puzzle where every action must be carefully weighed against your limited resources.

  20. #20 Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager
    83% matchMostly Positive79% of 5,485 reviews2021
    Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Legend of Keepers is the perfect mix between Dungeon Defender and Roguelite. You have been hired as a dungeon manager by the Dungeons Company. Your job is simple: protect their dungeons!

    Why similar: Roguelike 35.9%, Turn-Based 31.4%, Difficult 10.4%, Dungeon Crawler 5.9%, RPG 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique 'reverse' dungeon crawler perspective with turn-based tactical combat that rewards strategic planning.

  21. #21 Guild of Dungeoneering Ultimate Edition
    84% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,634 reviews2015
    Dev: Gambrinous
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Now fully rebuilt and remastered, Guild of Dungeoneering Ultimate Edition is a turn-based dungeon crawler with a twist: instead of controlling the hero you build the dungeon around them.

    Why similar: Roguelike 43.9%, Turn-Based 33.2%, RPG 7.8%, Dungeon Crawler 4.3%, Roguelite 2.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A unique card-based dungeon builder that focuses on tactical decision-making and managing your hero's path.

  22. #22 Golden Krone Hotel
    82% matchVery Positive95% of 336 reviews2017
    Dev: Vulgat
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Golden Krone Hotel is a gothic horror roguelike. Fight vampires with sunlight or become a vampire yourself and sneak in the shadows. Combines classic turn-based combat with dynamic lighting, an innovative potion system, and fast paced gameplay.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 35.5%, Roguelike 31.7%, Traditional Roguelike 12.3%, Difficult 8%, Dungeon Crawler 5%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, turn-based roguelike with unique light and dark mechanics that force players to think tactically about their movement.

  23. #23 Vault of the Void
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 3,003 reviews2022
    Dev: Spider Nest Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    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 54.1%, Difficult 15.6%, Roguelite 9.2%, Procedural Generation 7.2%, Fantasy 6.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A deckbuilder that prioritizes strategic resource management and tactical planning over RNG, rewarding players who solve combat like a puzzle.

  24. #24 Quest of Dungeons
    82% matchMostly Positive76% of 736 reviews2014
    Dev: David Amador
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Quest of Dungeons is a turn based dungeon crawler game featuring a good old 16-bit retro artistic look. By playing as either a Warrior, Wizard, Assassin or Shaman you have to traverse dungeons, defeat enemies and loot everything you can in order to survive.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 30.9%, Roguelike 27.1%, Traditional Roguelike 10.1%, Difficult 8.7%, RPG 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, turn-based dungeon crawler that captures the classic roguelike feel without unnecessary bloat.

  25. #25 Sword of the Stars: The Pit
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 1,554 reviews2013
    Dev: Kerberos Productions
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    A fun, fast, light-hearted, turn-based RPG, where the tradition of old school dungeon-diving games meets the sci-fi Sword of the Stars universe!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 36.3%, Roguelike 34.6%, Traditional Roguelike 10.4%, RPG 7%, Dungeon Crawler 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi dungeon crawler that emphasizes survival and resource management, forcing players to make the most of what they find.

  26. #26 Wildfrost
    79% matchVery Positive83% of 8,823 reviews2023
    Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Chucklefish
    Windows
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    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: Turn-Based 35.7%, Roguelike 35.6%, Difficult 11.8%, Roguelite 6%, Fantasy 4.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelike deckbuilder that emphasizes positioning and synergy, requiring careful thought for every turn.

  27. #27 Popup Dungeon
    80% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,049 reviews2020
    Dev: Triple.B.TitlesPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    A tactical roguelike RPG inspired by our favorite tabletop games that lets you create any ability, item, villain, hero, and game imaginable.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 39.2%, Roguelike 34%, RPG 11.9%, Dungeon Crawler 6.6%, Roguelite 4.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that allows for creative, turn-based combat encounters with a focus on character customization.

  28. #28 Desktop Dungeons: Rewind - Daily Demo
    78% matchMostly Positive79% of 52 reviews2023
    Dev: QCF DesignPub: Prismatika
    Windows

    Desktop Dungeons: Rewind - Daily Demo is a new, procedurally generated challenge, designed to rack the strongest minds…DAILY! So grab your sword, embark on this brain-teasing roguelike adventure, explore dangerous dungeons, and prepare for the full game! Do you have what it takes to be the GOAT?!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 32.9%, Roguelike 29.2%, Puzzle 8.2%, Difficult 7.8%, Fantasy 4.7%

  29. #29 10,000,000
    77% matchVery Positive90% of 2,369 reviews2013
    Dev: EightyEightGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    10000000: The Dungeon Crawling Matching Game

    Why similar: Puzzle 33.5%, RPG 17%, Roguelike 13.8%, Addictive 11.3%, Casual 6.2%

  30. #30 Paper Dungeons
    79% matchMixed52% of 95 reviews2015
    Dev: Stephane ValverdePub: Agent Mega
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Paper Dungeons is a fantasy board-game boosted by online content. With the ability to create and share online your own levels, you're up for an infinite replay value! The game is visualized as a classic tabletop board-game with dice and tokens, and has 4 game modes: Boardgame, Campaign, Puzzle and Rogue.

    Why similar: Roguelike 43.5%, RPG 17.2%, Puzzle 9.3%, Difficult 9%, Great Soundtrack 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A board-game-inspired dungeon crawler that incorporates puzzle elements and tactical combat into its core gameplay.

  31. #31 Fidel Dungeon Rescue
    77% matchVery Positive94% of 400 reviews2017
    Dev: Daniel Benmergui
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    A critically acclaimed roguelite where you can REWIND to find the optimal path through monsters, treasure and secrets. Quick to play. No grinding. No filler. Deep gameplay.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 34.1%, Roguelike 30.6%, Puzzle 9.4%, RPG 6.4%, Dungeon Crawler 5.8%

  32. #32 Destiny or Fate
    78% matchMixed55% of 489 reviews2019
    Dev: BlasterPub: GameNet
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 30 minMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    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: Turn-Based 32.3%, Roguelike 30.8%, Difficult 8.4%, RPG 5.9%, Dungeon Crawler 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that utilizes deckbuilding mechanics to manage turn-based combat, requiring careful tactical execution.

  33. #33 Knights of Pen and Paper 2
    76% matchVery Positive87% of 2,860 reviews2015
    Dev: Kyy GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Prepare to inhabit a world of chivalry, class warfare and off-beat pop references. Knights of Pen & Paper 2 is a turn-based, retro style, pixel-art adventure full of danger, intrigue, death, and saving throws!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 63.8%, RPG 22%, Fantasy 4.8%, Dwarves 3.7%, Comedy 2.7%

  34. #34 Soda Dungeon
    75% matchVery Positive94% of 6,332 reviews2017
    Dev: AN ProductionsPub: Armor Games Studios
    Windows
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Pop the top on some legendary action with Soda Dungeon, the fresh and fizzy hit mobile RPG adventure, now available on your desktop! Manage your team as you raid the local dungeons, upgrade your tavern, and attract new party members. Gold, legendary items, and more await you.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 52.8%, RPG 20.3%, Dungeon Crawler 7.3%, Fantasy 4.7%, Casual 4.2%

  35. #35 Pixel Dungeon
    76% matchVery Positive89% of 449 reviews2015
    Dev: Retronic Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.4 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: Roguelike 57.8%, Turn-Based 13.4%, RPG 11.5%, Dungeon Crawler 7.5%, Difficult 6.5%

  36. #36 Dungeons & Jewels
    74% matchVery Positive91% of 109 reviews2023
    Dev: JJJ
    Windows · Linux

    Roguelike twist on tile-matching puzzle games. Collect relics. Learn spells. Unlock new equipment. Fight bosses and monsters. Use your abilities by matching tiles, creating combos, and solving puzzles!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 26.5%, Roguelike 24.8%, Puzzle 17.5%, Roguelite 10.7%, RPG 9.5%

  37. #37 Dungeon Divers
    74% matchMostly Positive79% of 107 reviews2024
    Dev: Wilson The BallPub: GIGATANK 3000
    Windows · Linux

    Dungeon Divers is a dungeon-themed roguelike puzzle game about clearing derelict dungeons. As the newest employee of Dungeon Divers Inc., you must advance through multiple levels, use your wits, and tools you acquire along the way to get to the core to defuse it and bring home the cash.

    Why similar: Roguelike 42.2%, Turn-Based 35.3%, Difficult 6.3%, Fantasy 5.6%, Procedural Generation 3.6%

  38. #38 Rift Wizard
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 1,059 reviews2021
    Dev: Dylan White
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Rift Wizard is a tough as nails fantasy roguelike featuring challenging turn based combat and deep open ended character building. Craft your spellbook from over 100 unique spells and abilities and fight your way through a series of procedurally generated challenges to defeat your nemesis.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 36.9%, Roguelike 36.6%, Traditional Roguelike 7%, Dungeon Crawler 5.8%, Fantasy 4.1%

  39. #39 Caves of Qud
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,599 reviews2024
    Dev: Freehold GamesPub: Kitfox Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Inhabit a deeply-simulated science fantasy world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Build a character from over a hundred mutations and cybernetics. The award-winning sandbox roguelike & RPG full of robots, deep lore, and sentient plants.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 43.7%, Roguelike 27.2%, Traditional Roguelike 9.2%, Difficult 7.4%, Procedural Generation 5.8%

  40. #40 Dungeon Wizards
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2022
    Dev: Tubby Turtle Studios
    Windows

    Dungeon Wizards combines classic Rogue-Lite and colorful Match3 with adventurous Roleplay elements. Venture on your very own journey, collect and combine rare relics with powerful spells and face loads of challenging enemies!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 28.5%, Roguelike 28.3%, Puzzle 13%, RPG 9.6%, Roguelite 7.6%

  41. #41 Dungeon Rushers
    75% matchMixed62% of 1,236 reviews2016
    Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A Heroic-Parody tactical RPG combining dungeon crawler’s gameplay and turn-based fights. Dive in an off-beat universe, manage your team and craft mighty gear to equip them! Build your own dungeon by hiding traps and monsters in your galleries, then challenge other players to clean it!

    Why similar: Roguelike 34.2%, Turn-Based 29.9%, Difficult 10.5%, RPG 6.6%, Dungeon Crawler 6.3%

  42. #42 Jupiter Hell
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 2,108 reviews2021
    Dev: ChaosForgePub: Hyperstrange
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    True Roguelike. Turn-based shooter. Permadeath. Tribute to the sci-fi classics of the Golden VHS era. Successor to DRL. Just you and your gun against hordes of horrors and monstrosities. Give them hell to the rhythm of heavy metal.

    Why similar: Roguelike 56.6%, Turn-Based 29.2%, Traditional Roguelike 7.5%, RPG 4.6%, Procedural Generation 1.2%

  43. #43 Dungeon Warfare
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,013 reviews2015
    Dev: Valsar
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Dungeon Warfare is a challenging tower defense strategy game where you become a dungeon lord to defend your dungeons with deadliest of traps and insidious contraptions against greedy adventurers and wanna-be heroes.

    Why similar: Resource Management 26.1%, Puzzle 24.9%, Great Soundtrack 17.3%, Fantasy 15%, Top-Down 7.5%

  44. #44 Dimensionals
    71% matchVery Positive80% of 531 reviews2025
    Dev: Mino Games
    Windows · Mac

    Dimensionals is the hottest roguelike turn-based RPG with tons of Heroes to collect and level up. Build a party of 3 heroes and combine hundreds of skills to create insane combos in the ultimate tactical challenge. Fight through an epic story told in the style of voice acted comic book cutscenes.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 31.3%, Roguelike 28%, Difficult 8.7%, RPG 6.3%, Fantasy 6.2%

  45. #45 Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
    72% matchVery Positive83% of 1,395 reviews2019
    Dev: Ctrl Alt Ninja Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    A tactical, turn-based RPG from the makers of Legend of Grimrock games. Every action, every turn counts as you control your party of heroes through challenging, handcrafted missions in the ancient, mist-clad Menhir Forest.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 71.3%, RPG 9.2%, Puzzle 7.8%, Fantasy 6.4%, Difficult 4.3%

  46. #46 Sol Cesto
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 5,013 reviews2026
    Dev: TambouillePub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Sol Cesto is a tactical and frantic roguelite where mastering your luck is key. Choose a hero, upgrade them using cursed teeth and magical items, and descend to the bottom of an ever-changing dungeon. In this dark world, every action has consequences…

    Why similar: Roguelike 35%, Turn-Based 32.6%, Puzzle 9.8%, Dungeon Crawler 5.9%, Fantasy 5.9%

  47. #47 Knights of Pen and Paper +1 Edition
    71% matchVery Positive82% of 3,256 reviews2013
    Dev: Behold StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Set out on a grand adventure in this turn-based, retro style, pixel-art RPG, inspired by the great titles of the 90's. Take on the roles of in-game players taking on the roles of their characters in a traditional pen and paper RPG session in the ultimate meta roleplaying experience.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 65.7%, RPG 19%, Fantasy 6.7%, Comedy 3%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  48. #48 One Way Heroics
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 4,141 reviews2014
    Dev: Smoking WOLFPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Across all dimensions, the only constant is Darkness! A procedurally generated RPG-roguelike journey across the multiverse! In One Way Heroics, you take on the role of an intrepid adventurer who must travel across the land and face the Demon Lord before a mysterious darkness engulfs everything.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 36.1%, Roguelike 32.2%, Traditional Roguelike 10.9%, Dungeon Crawler 5.6%, Roguelite 5.5%

  49. #49 SanctuaryRPG: Black Edition
    70% matchVery Positive91% of 1,587 reviews2015
    Dev: Black Shell MediaPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    SanctuaryRPG: Black Edition is a humorous and strategic turn-based dungeon crawling ASCII adventure. Drawing heavy inspiration from both Roguelikes and Japanese RPGs, the game offers a robust action-RPG inspired combat system.

    Why similar: Roguelike 44.9%, RPG 18.2%, Great Soundtrack 12.5%, Turn-Based 11.4%, Roguelite 5.5%

  50. #50 Lootbound
    66% matchVery Positive83% of 1,172 reviews2026
    Dev: ArtDockPub: Dreland Enterprises
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Lootbound is a tactical roguelite with turn-based combat, loot management and D&D elements set in a dark fantasy world. Fight dangerous enemies, collect epic loot, recruit allies and lead them on a path of adventure.

    Why similar: Roguelike 36.8%, Turn-Based 32.9%, RPG 7%, Dungeon Crawler 5.7%, Roguelite 5.6%

  51. #51 Forrader Hero
    68% matchVery Positive89% of 83 reviews2023
    Dev: VidyGames
    Windows

    Forrader Hero – turn-based game with roguelike elements where heroes can’t step back and must fight through the end to save their soul in ‘Forgotten Proto.World’ fighting hordes of monsters, undead creatures, and their overlords.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 37.2%, Roguelike 32.1%, Puzzle 7.2%, Roguelite 4.9%, Procedural Generation 4.3%

  52. #52 Dungeon No Dungeon
    69% matchMixed58% of 505 reviews2021
    Dev: 302 StudioPub: 302 GAMES INC
    Windows · Mac

    Dungeon No Dungeon is a turn-based roguelike game with a unique hand-drawn art style, with a strategy system based around body parts that you've likely never encountered before.

    Why similar: Roguelike 35.9%, Turn-Based 29.1%, RPG 8%, Difficult 7.7%, Roguelite 6.4%

  53. #53 Rezrog
    71% matchMixed45% of 335 reviews2017
    Dev: SoaphogPub: Kasedo Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Test your fighting spirit as you take your party of brave adventurers on an epic quest to restore peace to the lands of Rezrog in this table-top inspired, turn-based, dungeon crawler. Upgrade your skills & tactically exploit enemy weaknesses as you try to handle everything the dungeons will throw at you.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 42.2%, Roguelike 34.6%, Dungeon Crawler 5.5%, RPG 5.3%, Roguelite 5.2%

  54. #54 You Must Build A Boat
    68% matchVery Positive82% of 1,085 reviews2015
    Dev: EightyEightGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    You Must Build A Boat is the sequel to the award winning "10000000". Travel the world, run procedurally generated dungeons finding artifacts, capturing monsters and recruiting crew for your boat

    Why similar: Roguelike 23.1%, Puzzle 21.6%, RPG 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Difficult 7%

  55. #55 Renowned Explorers: International Society
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 2,907 reviews2015
    Dev: Abbey Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    In this strategic rogue-like you become a famous expedition leader in the 19th century. You form your own crew with the skills and personality to discover legendary treasures, while exploring randomized locations and stories on every new adventure.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 48.6%, Roguelike 34.5%, RPG 9.3%, Roguelite 3.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  56. #56 Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic
    69% matchMostly Positive76% of 598 reviews2015
    Dev: The BitfatherPub: Headup
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Enter the world of PIXEL HEROES and prepare yourself for a thrilling RPG/Roguelike experience like you have never seen before!

    Why similar: Roguelike 36.7%, Turn-Based 34.2%, RPG 14.2%, Dwarves 7.1%, Roguelite 6%

  57. #57 Dwarves & Dungeons
    67% matchMixed65% of 72 reviews2024
    Dev: ColorfulMaxtrixPub: Hawthorn Games
    Windows · Mac

    Dwarves & Dungeons is a game that combines the three-match gameplay with roguelike elements. Move on the game board, earn gold coins, acquire weapons, and engage in battles against unique monsters. Brave the dungeons and take on extreme challenges!

    Why similar: Roguelike 43.7%, Puzzle 13.5%, Fantasy 11%, RPG 10.3%, Roguelite 7.9%

  58. #58 Die in the Dungeon
    62% matchVery Positive92% of 3,523 reviews2026
    Dev: ATICOPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    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 33.9%, Turn-Based 32.5%, Difficult 9.9%, Fantasy 5.7%, Dungeon Crawler 5.4%

  59. #59 Rogue Wizards
    68% matchMostly Positive78% of 250 reviews2016
    Dev: Spellbind Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Battle creatures, collect loot, master magic, and build your very own Wizard Tower sanctuary in this rogue-like, dungeon-crawling RPG.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 37.6%, Roguelike 36.3%, RPG 8.5%, Roguelite 5.9%, Dungeon Crawler 5.3%

  60. #60 One Deck Dungeon
    67% matchVery Positive81% of 883 reviews2018
    Dev: Handelabra Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    The hit roguelike adventure that captures all the fun of a dungeon crawl in a single deck of cards!

    Why similar: Roguelike 56.7%, RPG 11.6%, Dungeon Crawler 10.5%, Roguelite 10.2%, Fantasy 9%

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