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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action Roguelike, Bullet Hell, Singleplayer, Action.

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Desktop Survivors 98 is a chaotic roguelite dungeon crawler that unfolds right on your Desktop. Your cursor becomes the hero as you explore new rooms, battle relentless waves of enemies, and collect powerful new weapons.

Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive — 95% — of 1,340 reviews
Released: 2025-05-20
Developer: Brandon Hesslau
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 2.2 hrs
Mean playtime: 6.7 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 65%

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Desktop Survivors 98 stands out for its clever integration of a retro 90s desktop aesthetic with the high-octane intensity of the bullet-hell survivor genre. These recommendations prioritize games that capture that same chaotic, fast-paced action while leaning into unique UI themes, retro pixel-art styles, and addictive roguelite progression loops.

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  1. #1 Vampire Survivors
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 260,765 reviews2022
    Dev: poncle
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 39.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.5%, Action Roguelike 35%, Roguelike 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, 2D 3.8%

    Why You'll Like It: As the definitive title in the genre, it provides the same addictive, screen-filling bullet-hell action found in the seed game.

  2. #2 Tiny Rogues
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 10,450 reviews2022
    Dev: RubyDev
    Windows
    Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.1%, Action Roguelike 25.2%, Dungeon Crawler 20.2%, Roguelike 13%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This game offers a highly polished, fast-paced dungeon-crawling experience with deep roguelite progression.

  3. #3 Halls of Torment
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 31,213 reviews2024
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.6%, Action Roguelike 30.2%, Roguelike 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Action 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It captures a similar retro aesthetic and intense, dungeon-crawling combat feel that aligns with the 90s vibe.

  4. #4 Windowkill
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,560 reviews2024
    Dev: torcado
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Windowkill is a twin-stick shooter, but the game window itself is constantly closing in on you. Shoot the window edges to push it around your screen as you fight and dodge enemies and bosses in their own windows.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.2%, Action Roguelike 38.1%, Action 8.4%, 2D 7.2%, Indie 3.5%

    Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the desktop-interaction theme by having the game window itself move and shrink as you play.

  5. #5 20 Minutes Till Dawn
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 28,655 reviews2023
    Dev: flannePub: Erabit
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.8%, Action Roguelike 36.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Action 5.7%, Casual 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It focuses on intense, skill-based survival against massive waves of enemies with a dark, stylized aesthetic.

  6. #6 Death Must Die
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 21,387 reviews2023
    Dev: Realm Archive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.3%, Action Roguelike 31.9%, Roguelike 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 5.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Blends classic survivor mechanics with deep RPG elements and a distinct, gritty art style.

  7. #7 Boneraiser Minions
    93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,299 reviews2023
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.5%, Action Roguelike 27.1%, Roguelike 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Retro 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Features unique necromancy-themed mechanics that add a fresh layer to the standard survivor formula.

  8. #8 Brotato
    92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 111,688 reviews2023
    Dev: Blobfish
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.9%, Action Roguelike 30%, Roguelike 22%, 2D 4.5%, Action 4.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-tier arena shooter that emphasizes fast, chaotic combat and diverse character builds.

  9. #9 Soulstone Survivors
    91% matchVery Positive91% of 26,152 reviews2025
    Dev: Game Smithing Limited
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 39%, Action Roguelike 39%, Roguelike 16.3%, Action 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides high-octane action with massive enemy counts and satisfying, screen-clearing abilities.

  10. #10 Enter the Gungeon
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,241 reviews2016
    Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.1%, Action Roguelike 21.2%, Dungeon Crawler 13.4%, Roguelike 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for bullet-hell dungeon crawlers, offering the same level of chaotic, high-stakes action.

  11. #11 Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor
    89% matchVery Positive87% of 46,522 reviews2025
    Dev: Funday GamesPub: Ghost Ship Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 28.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 44.2%, Bullet Hell 42.6%, Action 5.1%, Roguelike 4.6%, Combat 2.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A polished, high-quality survivor game that excels in satisfying progression and environmental interaction.

  12. #12 Spell Disk
    90% matchVery Positive89% of 957 reviews2024
    Dev: Sunpeak Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.8%, Bullet Hell 22%, Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Roguelike 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on complex spell synergies and fast-paced combat that rewards strategic build-crafting.

  13. #13 Pixel Descent
    89% 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: Bullet Hell 21.6%, Action Roguelike 20%, Dungeon Crawler 18%, Roguelike 9.5%, Retro 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a strong pixel-art aesthetic and bullet-hell gameplay that fits the retro theme perfectly.

  14. #14 Cursorblade
    88% matchVery Positive86% of 1,010 reviews2023
    Dev: RealPeach
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Cursorblade is a bullet hell game where you play as the cursor, fighting your way through waves of enemies. Combine weapons and items to become more powerful with your own unique builds. Slash, dodge, upgrade, and repeat!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.3%, Action Roguelike 32.4%, Roguelike 17%, 2D 5.8%, Action 4.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Directly utilizes cursor-based combat mechanics, making it a mechanical sibling to the seed game.

  15. #15 Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok
    86% matchVery Positive88% of 6,172 reviews2024
    Dev: Noxfall Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.8%, Action Roguelike 32.6%, Roguelike 14.9%, Action 5.4%, Casual 5.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a great skill tree progression system that keeps the survivor loop engaging over long sessions.

  16. #16 Risk of Rain Returns
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 28,469 reviews2023
    Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Carefully designed, beautifully remastered, and loaded with new ways to play—Risk of Rain is back and better than ever! Dive into the iconic roguelike full of unique loot combinations, enhanced with new Survivors, overhauled multiplayer, fan favorite content from Risk of Rain 2, and more!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 49.5%, Roguelike 20.8%, 2D 9.5%, Action 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 7%

    Why You'll Like It: Delivers chaotic, high-intensity action with a beautiful retro pixel-art aesthetic.

  17. #17 Dungeon Souls
    87% 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: Action Roguelike 30.7%, Dungeon Crawler 27.2%, Roguelike 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Bullet Hell 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic dungeon-crawling roguelike that captures the same sense of exploration and danger.

  18. #18 Nomad Survival
    85% matchVery Positive84% of 2,165 reviews2022
    Dev: The Fox Knocks
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Battle against hordes of enemies, conquer Boss encounters, and explore various character and skill combinations in this time-based auto-attacking Roguelite in your quest to become stronger and defeat the most menacing of creatures that lay in wait at the end of each run.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.4%, Action Roguelike 28.4%, Roguelike 14%, Retro 6%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A straightforward and addictive survivor game that focuses on pure, unadulterated action.

  19. #19 God Of Weapons
    84% matchVery Positive85% of 5,074 reviews2023
    Dev: Archmage LabsPub: Archmage Games Studio
    Windows
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.2%, Bullet Hell 37.9%, Casual 6%, Fantasy 6%, Action 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Introduces unique inventory-management mechanics that force you to think strategically while surviving waves.

  20. #20 Time Survivors
    84% matchMixed63% of 284 reviews2024
    Dev: Lunar Chili
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    The Most Historically Inaccurate Roguelike Ever Made. Slay hordes of minions as Lincoln, Tesla, Cleopatra and other historic heroes with unique abilities! Fight through various historical eras, collect resources, unlock and enhance gameplay through a deep skill-tree metaprogression.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.1%, Action Roguelike 29.9%, Roguelike 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines a historical theme with classic survivor gameplay and a variety of unique character abilities.

  21. #21 Army of Ruin
    82% matchVery Positive89% of 2,692 reviews2023
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.6%, Action Roguelike 35%, Roguelike 17.5%, Action 5.2%, Casual 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A highly polished survivor experience that emphasizes visual clarity during intense bullet-hell sequences.

  22. #22 Hollow Survivors
    82% matchVery Positive82% of 181 reviews2025
    Dev: Danny DeerPub: PlayWay S.A.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Action Roguelike 22.7%, Dungeon Crawler 21%, Roguelike 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Shares the dungeon-crawling and action-roguelike feel, focusing on hack-and-slash combat.

  23. #23 Yet Another Zombie Survivors
    81% matchVery Positive91% of 12,980 reviews2023
    Dev: Awesome Games Studio
    Windows
    Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.6%, Action Roguelike 31.1%, Roguelike 17%, Action 5.1%, Casual 5%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a fast-paced, arcade-style survival experience that is easy to pick up and play.

  24. #24 Nuclear Throne
    83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,420 reviews2015
    Dev: Vlambeer
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.3%, Bullet Hell 25.8%, Roguelike 21.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Action 4.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic, fast-paced bullet-hell roguelike that demands quick reflexes and precision.

  25. #25 Rocket Rats
    80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,255 reviews2024
    Dev: Gagonfe
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Rocket Rats is a survivors-like game where you defeat cheese-based astral bodies in space – as a rat! Clear waves of enemies, collect cheese, upgrade your gear, and conquer the moon!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.1%, Action Roguelike 28.3%, Roguelike 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%, 2D 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers fast-paced, arcade-style bullet-hell action that keeps the intensity high throughout.

  26. #26 Megabonk
    77% matchVery Positive95% of 99,563 reviews2025
    Dev: vedinad
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 29.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

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

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.8%, Bullet Hell 28.5%, Roguelike 17.3%, Retro 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%

  27. #27 Asgard's Fall — Viking Survivors
    79% matchVery Positive82% of 1,226 reviews2025
    Dev: SoulpotionPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.4%, Action Roguelike 28.2%, Roguelike 15%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, 2D 5.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A casual yet engaging survivor loop that fits well for players looking for quick, satisfying sessions.

  28. #28 Chess Survivors
    81% matchVery Positive85% of 158 reviews2023
    Dev: Aarimous
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    Chess Survivors is a grid based, quick-turn, roguelike where you outmaneuver and destroy an ever growing horde of chess based enemies. Combine abilities, upgrades, and relics to create game-breaking builds. Think fast, die, learn, repeat!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.8%, Action Roguelike 29.6%, Roguelike 17.3%, 2D 5.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A clever, unique twist on the survivor formula that incorporates real-time tactical elements.

  29. #29 Keeper's Toll
    79% matchVery Positive90% of 760 reviews2024
    Dev: Stingbot Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Delve into Keeper’s Toll, an action-packed roguelite brimming with challenge and despair. Survive against an onslaught of relentless hordes and grueling bosses with skill-based ARPG gameplay. Embrace the darkness and cleanse these cursed lands.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Action Roguelike 27.2%, Roguelike 13%, 1990's 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a dark fantasy aesthetic combined with the core mechanics of a bullet-hell survivor.

  30. #30 Crafty Survivors
    78% matchVery Positive84% of 740 reviews2025
    Dev: Flannel Bear Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    All heroes got corrupted! Unlock a diverse cast of crafty professionals, use their unique skills, create your own builds and defend your home by eliminating hordes of monsters. Gather materials, rebuild your village and craft your way to the origin of this malignous curse!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.6%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Roguelike 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, 2D 5%

    Why You'll Like It: Uses a unique crafting-based progression system that differentiates it from other titles in the genre.

  31. #31 Identifile: Desktop Dungeon
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 154 reviews2025
    Dev: Gearbyte Games
    Windows

    Become the ultimate desktop cursor in a deeply infected operating system! Navigate folders like dungeon rooms, delete viruses, and level up with EXEs in this action-packed roguelike.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.7%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Roguelike 12.7%, Old School 6.9%

  32. #32 Bloodshed
    75% matchVery Positive85% of 1,673 reviews2025
    Dev: com8com1 SoftwarePub: Headup
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Bloodshed is a Roguelite Survivors FPS; an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.4%, Action Roguelike 28.2%, 1990's 17.3%, Old School 12.4%, Action 5.7%

  33. #33 Heroes Of Loot: Gauntlet Of Power
    77% 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: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Action Roguelike 20.7%, Dungeon Crawler 20.6%, Roguelike 11.6%, Old School 6.6%

  34. #34 I Am Legion: Stand Survivors
    75% matchVery Positive82% of 2,411 reviews2025
    Dev: JA Game StudioPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows
    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Summon your stands and brawl it out! Dive into the thrill of mowing down enemies, synthesizing and upgrading, mining, forging gear, unlocking new characters and equipment. Discover unique stands combos and craft your own battle style to break through the chaos!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.5%, Action Roguelike 27%, Dungeon Crawler 15.5%, Roguelike 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

  35. #35 Hollow Survivors: Prologue
    74% matchVery Positive93% of 532 reviews2024
    Dev: Danny DeerPub: Games Incubator
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version. Battle through hordes of horrific creatures as you hack and slash your way to the top of the Tower in this rogue-like dungeon crawler game. Choose from a variety of upgrades, new weapons, and save the Tower.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.2%, Dungeon Crawler 25.1%, Roguelike 17.6%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

  36. #36 Dungeon Clawler
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 3,403 reviews2024
    Dev: Stray Fawn StudioPub: Stray Fawn Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Dungeon Clawler is a Roguelike Claw Machine Deckbuilder. Build your deck, grab weapons and items from the claw machine to battle enemies, discover powerful perks that create game-changing synergies and unleash crazy combos as you fight your way through the dungeon!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 33.6%, Roguelike 26.6%, Retro 20.4%, 2D 9.3%, Action 7.4%

  37. #37 DunHero
    72% matchVery Positive89% of 565 reviews2026
    Dev: Dev Kacper
    Windows · Linux

    DunHero is an Action Roguelike. Choose your class, level up and collect powerful items. Defeat bosses and free the world from evil in unique adventures. Play solo or with friends in up to 4-player co-op.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.2%, Action Roguelike 24.3%, Dungeon Crawler 21.1%, Roguelike 13%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%

  38. #38 Dungeon Survivors
    76% matchMixed66% of 142 reviews2024
    Dev: TopVR
    Windows

    Dungeon Survivors is a top-down fantasy roguelite where you can use your class abilities to fight off a horde of fantasy monsters. Choose from a variety of abilities and items to create unique builds and survive with 1-4 players.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.1%, Action Roguelike 30.7%, Roguelike 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, 2D 5%

  39. #39 Vampire Hunters
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 1,927 reviews2024
    Dev: Gamecraft Studios
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    To hunt vampires, you'll need guns. Lots of guns. Mow down hordes of undead creatures by stacking your guns into absurd, over-the-top builds. Unleash your firepower and survive the mayhem in this Roguelite Survivors FPS.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29%, Action Roguelike 27.1%, Roguelike 14.9%, Old School 10.8%, Retro 10.1%

  40. #40 Nerd Survivors
    74% matchVery Positive92% of 95 reviews2024
    Dev: Heartbit Interactive
    Windows

    Use explosive pizzas, enchanted fidget spinners or a katamari of monsters to fight countless enemies hordes! Repair the "Forge of Destiny" and craft the ultimate custom weapon in this comedy action rogue-lite survivor.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.1%, Bullet Hell 27.8%, Roguelike 16.8%, Action 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

  41. #41 Hunter Survivors
    76% matchMixed60% of 50 reviews2022
    Dev: LuCapy Studio
    Windows

    Demons have been destroying our villages for centuries, choose your adventurer and destroy them, in this rogue lite you will face thousands of monsters. Buy new weapons and upgrades as the raid progresses to be strong and kill even more demons.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Action Roguelike 26.6%, Roguelike 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Action 5.5%

  42. #42 Arcane Tower Survivors
    72% matchMostly Positive73% of 94 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Horde Games
    Windows

    Survive waves of enemies in this horde survival roguelite. Unleash devastating spells, master unique skills, and craft unstoppable builds. Between battles, fortify your tower and unlock powerful upgrades in a strategic meta-game. Will your magic outlast the chaos?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.4%, Action Roguelike 28.4%, Roguelike 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Action 5.5%

  43. #43 Runic Survivor
    73% matchMixed66% of 230 reviews2023
    Dev: STEELDUCK Studios
    Windows

    Combine Runes to craft unique spells! Survive the endless hordes of monsters as you work to break the four Runic seals! Runic is a casual horde shooter with rogue-lite elements and a charming retro aesthetic.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.7%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Roguelike 14.5%, Action 6.4%, Casual 6%

  44. #44 Heroes & Redemption
    71% matchVery Positive84% of 78 reviews2024
    Dev: Observer Games
    Windows · Linux

    Heroes & Redemption is a rogue-lite bullet-hell where you face hordes of enemies, annihilate them, learn new abilities and enhance your skills. Explore different regions, acquire new companions and embark on adventures again and again.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 31%, Action Roguelike 29.4%, Roguelike 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, 2D 5.1%

  45. #45 Pixel Survivors : Roguelike
    71% matchVery Positive81% of 468 reviews2023
    Dev: Amrita
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.1%, Action Roguelike 25.7%, Roguelike 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Action 6.3%

  46. #46 Wizard Shrimp
    69% matchVery Positive98% of 108 reviews2024
    Dev: Wizard Shrimp Games
    Windows

    Wizard Shrimp™ is a bullet-hell roguelite game where you play as a Shrimp who is inexplicably also a Wizard?! Battle your way out of a slimy swamp, escape amethyst caves, and climb the Mushroom Wizard's Tower to become the most powerful Shrimp this world has ever seen!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.8%, Action Roguelike 27%, Old School 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Retro 6.6%

  47. #47 Dino Survivors
    70% matchVery Positive89% of 61 reviews2023
    Dev: Luminescent
    Windows

    Face hordes of Dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures in this survival game with minimalist gameplay! Dino Survivors is a casual game with Roguelite elements, where you need to be faster and survive several species of extinct animals. Your choices will determine this.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.9%, Retro 16%, Casual 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Action 9.9%

  48. #48 Duncrush
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 232 reviews2025
    Dev: Golden Pick Games
    Windows · Mac

    Duncrush is a clicker RPG where you defeat monsters by clicking and conquer a variety of dungeons. Collect gold, weapons, shields, and accessories to power up your hero and create your own strategy with the skill tree. Battle stronger enemies and clear challenging dungeons!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.1%, Retro 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Casual 8.8%, Fantasy 8%

  49. #49 NETHER DUNGEONS
    68% 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: Action Roguelike 32.4%, Dungeon Crawler 30.3%, Roguelike 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, 2D 4.9%

  50. #50 Rune Break
    71% matchMixed63% of 64 reviews2023
    Dev: SuperBlast
    Windows

    Cut down Thousands of enemies, from the undead to the mysterious creatures of the night to save the world from the impending doom, Rune Break is a Fantasy Rogue-lite where you fight hordes of enemies with casual elements.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26%, Action Roguelike 24.6%, Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Roguelike 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

  51. #51 Cavity Busters
    70% matchVery Positive96% of 121 reviews2022
    Dev: SpaceMyFriend
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Cavity Busters is a roguelite toothpunk bullet hell where you use your one and only tooth to chomp the cavity infested enemies. Run on the walls, dodge through bullet filled rooms and stomp baddies. Collect power ups, contract powerful diseases, and dig your way through the body.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.4%, Action Roguelike 23.2%, Dungeon Crawler 21%, Roguelike 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  52. #52 BALL x PIT
    64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 23,880 reviews2025
    Dev: Kenny Sun and FriendsPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    BALL x PIT is a brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite. Batter hordes of enemies with ricocheting balls and gather the riches of the pit to expand your homestead, generate resources and recruit unique heroes.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.9%, Action Roguelike 27.7%, Roguelike 18.5%, Action 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

  53. #53 Grind Survivors
    66% matchMostly Positive73% of 864 reviews2026
    Dev: Pushka StudiosPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%

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

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.4%, Bullet Hell 35%, Roguelike 17.4%, Action 9%, Indie 1.3%

  54. #54 Witchcraft Survivors
    68% matchVery Positive82% of 61 reviews2024
    Dev: Catpix Studios
    Windows

    Annihilate hordes of enemies in this thrilling, fast-paced action roguelite rpg and fill the screen with your magic. Kill your foes, become stronger each second and upgrade your characters with new spells and abilities. Can you survive the monsters that threaten your very existence?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.6%, Action Roguelike 27.9%, Roguelike 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Retro 6.1%

  55. #55 FatSheep Crisis
    69% matchMostly Positive76% of 149 reviews2023
    Dev: FatSheep Studio
    Windows

    Fat Sheep Town has monsters! Use skills to defeat them. Plugins help warriors survive. Many maps have risks and rewards. Pick an occupation and weapons. Level up weapons. Combine skills, plugins and weapons. Defeat the villain!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.3%, Action Roguelike 28%, Roguelike 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Casual 5.7%

  56. #56 Desktop Defender
    64% matchVery Positive93% of 1,632 reviews2025
    Dev: Conradical GamesPub: Poysky Productions
    Windows
    Median: 26.0 hrsMean: 52.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    An idle auto-battler that sits in the corner of your screen while you do other things.

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 34.3%, Casual 33.5%, 2D 20.5%, Indie 7.4%, Singleplayer 4.4%

  57. #57 Tiny Chaos
    67% matchVery Positive81% of 52 reviews2024
    Dev: KatrGames
    Windows

    Step into a pandemonium world in Tiny Chaos, a bullet heaven survival game that will test your wits, reflexes, and endurance. Face relentless hordes of enemies, explore vibrant stages, and unlock the full potential of your characters in this chaotic journey to survive against all odds.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.6%, Action Roguelike 29.9%, Roguelike 18%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Action 7.2%

  58. #58 Toroom
    69% matchMostly Positive80% of 198 reviews2021
    Dev: Gagonfe
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Toroom is a dungeon crawler roguelike-like top-down shooter, where the protagonist just wants to come back to his bedroom after waking up in a world of fantasy. Fight your way through multiple biomes, clear rooms full of enemies, get as much loot as possible and defeat the bosses in your way.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.2%, Dungeon Crawler 21.1%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Roguelike 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

  59. #59 Heavy Bullets
    70% 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 47.3%, Roguelike 19%, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%, Action 10.7%, Retro 6%

  60. #60 Goobies
    65% matchVery Positive91% of 1,917 reviews2023
    Dev: Höganäs Spel
    Windows
    Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Battle thousands of blobs in this roguelike auto-shooter. Travel from island to island, defeat bosses, collect and upgrade items to become more powerful and discover lag-inducing combos in an endless blobbath.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.9%, Action Roguelike 35.7%, Retro 11.1%, Action 6.8%, Casual 6.7%

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