- #1 Lunacid
97% matchVery Positive91% of 11,609 reviews2023
Dev: KIRA LLC
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 28.9%, Dark Fantasy 21%, Souls-like 11.5%, First-Person 9.5%, Retro 9%
Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to the King's Field series that perfectly captures the atmospheric, slow-paced, first-person dungeon crawling experience.
- #2 Mortal Sin
96% matchVery Positive94% of 5,890 reviews2025
Dev: Nikola Todorovic
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 24.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Loot 12.8%, Roguelite 12.4%, Procedural Generation 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features high-octane first-person action with a striking, stylized dark fantasy aesthetic that complements the intensity of Devil Spire.
- #3 Delver
96% matchVery Positive88% of 2,855 reviews2018
Dev: Chad CuddiganPub: Priority Interrupt
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Delve into the shifting dungeons on your hunt for the Yithidian orb, but getting it might just be the easy part. Delver is a single player first-person action roguelike dungeon crawler, just like you wished they used to make.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.2%, Perma Death 13.7%, Roguelite 13.6%, First-Person 10.6%, RPG 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic first-person roguelite that mirrors the procedural dungeon-crawling mechanics and retro aesthetic of the seed game.
- #4 Slasher's Keep
95% matchVery Positive83% of 2,310 reviews2020
Dev: Damian Schloter
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.4 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 38.3%, Roguelite 15.5%, First-Person 15.4%, RPG 11%, Procedural Generation 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A stylized first-person dungeon crawler that blends roguelite elements with unique, hand-drawn visuals.
- #5 Barony
94% matchVery Positive91% of 18,189 reviews2015
Dev: Turning Wheel LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 47.4%, Action RPG 25.4%, First-Person 14.7%, RPG 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person roguelite that emphasizes deep dungeon exploration and challenging combat in a retro-inspired fantasy world.
- #6 Dread Delusion
93% matchVery Positive90% of 5,292 reviews2024
Dev: Lovely HellplacePub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.3 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: Dark Fantasy 24.8%, Souls-like 12.7%, RPG 12.6%, Character Customization 11.3%, First-Person 11%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, retro-inspired open-world RPG that excels in dark fantasy world-building and first-person exploration.
- #7 Ebony Spire: Heresy
94% matchMixed69% of 54 reviews2017
Dev: Bearded Giant Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Crawl, throw, summon and smash your way through 20 levels of pure mishap in this first person turn based dungeon crawling game! Every item can be used both by the player and against him! And there are more than 100 items (+ stats variations) ranging from potions, to scrolls, weapons and artifacts!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.8%, RPG 22.8%, Roguelite 21.5%, Procedural Generation 14.7%, First-Person 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: Directly shares the first-person, roguelite, and dark fantasy dungeon-crawling DNA of the seed game.
- #8 Gloomgrave
91% matchVery Positive87% of 191 reviews2023
Dev: Netmancer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Gloomgrave is a roguelike turn-based dungeon crawler where you will explore, loot, and fight your way through the ever-shifting dungeon to defeat the evil that lies below.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.2%, Perma Death 20.3%, Procedural Generation 15.1%, First-Person 12.5%, RPG 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled, first-person dungeon crawler that focuses on simple, addictive combat and procedural exploration.
- #9 Drawngeon: Dungeons of Ink and Paper
92% matchVery Positive81% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: DarkDes Labs
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Inkland - the hand-drawn unusual world. Reveal the secret of the Mysterious Tower in this old-school role-playing game with a first-person perspective, real-time combat and grid-based movement.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, Inventory Management 14.9%, Procedural Generation 11.8%, Perma Death 11.5%, Loot 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: Matches the hand-drawn aesthetic and first-person perspective, offering a unique visual experience in the dungeon-crawler genre.
- #10 Crypt of the Serpent King
91% matchVery Positive83% of 319 reviews2016
Dev: Rendercode Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 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: Dungeon Crawler 34.3%, RPG 22.7%, Dark Fantasy 22.5%, Procedural Generation 20.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic action-focused first-person dungeon crawler with a distinct retro feel.
- #11 Legend of Grimrock
90% matchVery Positive93% of 6,745 reviews2012
Dev: Almost Human Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 53.2%, RPG 17.5%, Old School 16.3%, First-Person 5.7%, Atmospheric 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive modern first-person dungeon crawler that focuses on grid-based movement and environmental puzzles.
- #12 Tyrant's Realm
88% matchVery Positive84% of 1,095 reviews2025
Dev: Team TyrantPub: Skystone Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Tyrant's Realm is a roguelite action-adventure inspired by classic PS1 visuals. Explore procedurally generated dark fantasy worlds, battling through dangers that evolve with each run. Death is not the end, as the night is still young.
Why similar: Souls-like 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Procedural Generation 11.6%, Roguelite 11.3%, 1990's 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action-roguelike that fits well within the dark fantasy dungeon-crawler subgenre.
- #13 Legend of Grimrock 2
89% matchVery Positive91% of 4,085 reviews2014
Dev: Almost Human Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawling role playing game with a modern execution but an oldschool heart. A group of four prisoners have shipwrecked on the secluded Isle of Nex. The island is filled with ancient crumbled ruins, mysterious shrines and a vast underground network of dungeons.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 56.7%, RPG 18.5%, First-Person 13%, Old School 6.1%, Atmospheric 4%
Why You'll Like It: Expands upon the original with more varied environments and deeper mechanics while maintaining the classic dungeon-crawler feel.
- #14 One More Dungeon
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 666 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 42%, RPG 18%, Roguelite 14.3%, Retro 8.7%, First-Person 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, retro-inspired first-person roguelite that focuses on fast-paced dungeon combat.
- #15 Darkblade Ascent
86% matchVery Positive81% of 562 reviews2025
Dev: PST Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Loot 14.5%, Souls-like 12.6%, Action RPG 11.6%, Procedural Generation 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person action-roguelike that emphasizes swordplay and dungeon exploration.
- #16 Into The Dark
87% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2022
Dev: Esenthel
Windows
Action-Oriented Dungeon Crawler RPG
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 22.2%, Action RPG 20.6%, RPG 10.9%, First-Person 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that emphasizes exploration and survival in a dark, atmospheric setting.
- #17 Dungeons of Edera
86% matchMixed68% of 1,060 reviews2022
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 26.5%, Roguelite 15.1%, Souls-like 13%, Procedural Generation 12.9%, RPG 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that focuses on procedural dungeon crawling and character progression.
- #18 Ghoul Castle 3D: Gold Edition
85% matchMostly Positive74% of 53 reviews2021
Dev: Stepan Vakhtin
Windows · Mac
This is a simple old school dungeon crawler. It's made completely by one person - me, who is a fan of dark fantasy games, adventures, dungeons and dragons! Gold Edition means the game is complete with all additional features and items. It also offers new in-game economy based on the gold you collect
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, Souls-like 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Loot 11.4%, Action RPG 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A souls-like, first-person dungeon crawler with a distinct retro visual style.
- #19 Arx Fatalis
84% matchVery Positive88% of 2,650 reviews2007
Dev: Arkane StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 41%
This critically acclaimed first-person RPG from Arkane Studios takes the player on an amazing journey into the fantasy world of Arx. Arx is wrought with turmoil, brought to the brink of destruction by a violent war.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 26.4%, RPG 22.1%, Dungeon Crawler 16.6%, First-Person 15%, Atmospheric 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic immersive sim that heavily influenced the genre with its deep, first-person dungeon-crawling mechanics.
- #20 Dungeon Souls
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,229 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 39.8%, Roguelite 19.8%, RPG 16.8%, Perma Death 9.2%, Procedural Generation 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that incorporates classic dungeon crawler tropes with a pixelated aesthetic.
- #21 Grim Quest - Old School RPG
82% matchVery Positive92% of 156 reviews2022
Dev: Monomyth
Windows
A dark fantasy RPG blending dungeon crawling, turn-based combat and roguelike mechanics with hand-drawn art and written storytelling. Part solo tabletop campaign, part choose-your-own-adventure, it offers an immersive experience designed for both quick ventures and night-long sessions.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.9%, Souls-like 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Roguelite 13.4%, 1990's 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, dark fantasy dungeon crawler that captures the retro spirit through its text-based and visual design.
- #22 AMID EVIL
81% matchVery Positive93% of 7,742 reviews2019
Dev: IndefatigablePub: New Blood Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A retro FPS for the ages! Once branded a HERETIC. Now YOU have been chosen as our champion! Reclaim our sacred weapons. Take back our ancient lands. If you can stand... AMID EVIL.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.5%, Old School 24.6%, Retro 14.3%, 1990's 13.8%, First-Person 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: A modern retro-shooter that perfectly captures the dark fantasy aesthetic and high-intensity combat of the era.
- #23 Into the Necrovale
79% matchVery Positive85% of 642 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.6 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 21.5%, Action RPG 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Loot 14.2%, Roguelite 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that blends hack-and-slash combat with dungeon-crawling exploration.
- #24 Devil Spire Falls
77% matchVery Positive95% of 1,132 reviews2025
Dev: Ithiro Sumi
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The open-world action-RPG, where you can do anything, of your dreams… as if it came out 30 years ago!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Inventory Management 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Action RPG 11.5%, Procedural Generation 11.2%
- #25 Zavix Tower
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 344 reviews2016
Dev: Batholith EntertainmentPub: Indie Voyage
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Zavix Tower is an old-school, party-based, first-person CRPG with rogue-like elements, an upgrade-able and persistent town, and turn-based combat.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 33.5%, RPG 18.3%, Loot 14.9%, Roguelite 14.6%, Retro 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling RPG that focuses on the core loop of descending through dangerous levels.
- #26 Bonehold
77% matchVery Positive85% of 144 reviews2026
Dev: Pixel Jackal
Windows
Dungeon Crawler with elements of rogue-like and ARPG games. Kill hordes of enemies, duel mighty bosses, and acquire legendary loot!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Souls-like 13.1%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Loot 11.8%
- #27 GRAVEN
79% matchMixed53% of 1,532 reviews2024
Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 21.1%, Inventory Management 20.3%, Old School 17.4%, Retro 13.3%, First-Person 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy, first-person action game that leans heavily into retro-inspired exploration and combat.
- #28 In Celebration of Violence
78% matchVery Positive87% of 507 reviews2018
Dev: Julian Edison
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A fantasy action roguelike of exploration and murder. Live, kill, die, improve, live again.
Why similar: Souls-like 18.3%, Perma Death 14.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.7%, Procedural Generation 14%, Roguelite 13.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-roguelike that emphasizes challenging combat and procedural dungeon generation.
- #29 Dreamspring
76% matchVery Positive92% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: Billyfighter
Windows · Linux
Dreamspring is a dark fantasy styled, open world dungeon crawler inspired by games like Morrowind and King's Field. Explore a dying kingdom and it's different realms in first person action combat, styled in a mix of retro and vaporwave aesthetics.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.9%, Souls-like 18.6%, Dungeon Crawler 17.7%, Action RPG 13.8%, RPG 8.7%
- #30 Pale Abyss - Prototype
75% matchVery Positive87% of 374 reviews2025
Dev: Permanent Crab Studios
Windows
Descend into the Pale Abyss, a cursed chasm where the forgotten truths of a dying world fester in its depths. Inspired by games such as King’s Field and Shadow Tower, Pale Abyss is a first-person action RPG about exploration and adventure. Currently it's just a demo with about 1 h of playtime.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.7%, Souls-like 16.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, 1990's 9.8%, Old School 9%
- #31 Diehard Dungeon
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 501 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: RPG 29%, Roguelite 28.3%, Dungeon Crawler 24.3%, Retro 18.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-roguelike that focuses on clearing rooms and managing loot in a dungeon setting.
- #32 Runehaven
73% matchVery Positive92% of 120 reviews2026
Dev: Cikoria Studio
Windows
Runehaven is an atmospheric roguelike dungeon crawler with an immersive magic system where you craft your own spells. Explore a mysterious procedurally generated world.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Perma Death 13.9%, Inventory Management 12.2%, Action RPG 12.1%
- #33 Ampersat
75% matchVery Positive83% of 864 reviews2022
Dev: Gaterooze, Ink
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
A shooty, slashy, RPG-y game mixing retro and modern sensibilities. A blend of influences from Gauntlet & Smash TV to Zelda & Angband, Ampersat is a handcrafted adventure but with appeal to Roguelite fans. Battle ASCII creatures in colorful areas & free letters to return language to the village!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.2%, Loot 14.8%, Action RPG 13.6%, Procedural Generation 13%, Old School 12.7%
- #34 Rogue Empire: Dungeon Crawler RPG
76% matchVery Positive86% of 397 reviews2019
Dev: Portal Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Build unique class-and-race combinations, shape your talents, and test your strategy in a tactical roguelike dungeon crawler packed with campaigns, challenge runs, loot, bosses, and replayable depth. Your plan may be brilliant. The dungeon may disagree.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.6%, Perma Death 17.9%, Loot 13.7%, Procedural Generation 12%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%
- #35 Path of Achra
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 3,269 reviews2024
Dev: UlfsirePub: Slouching Beast LLC
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 20.2 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: Dungeon Crawler 22.4%, Perma Death 19.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Character Customization 16.5%, RPG 9.8%
- #36 Spark in the Dark
71% matchVery Positive88% of 1,256 reviews2026
Dev: Stellar Fish
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 60%
The hardcore dark fantasy Dungeon Crawler where you will go to the endless depths of a mysterious grim Dungeon.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 19.2%, Souls-like 18.4%, Perma Death 11.7%, Action RPG 11.3%
- #37 Bait Soul
73% matchMixed58% of 128 reviews2026
Dev: Bold Fish
Windows
Bait Soul is a top-down Dungeon Crawler Roguelike. It blends dungeon exploration with Survivors-style auto-attacks. Accessible yet deep, it retains the thrill of looting, with unique, game-changing mechanics hidden everywhere.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.1%, Loot 21.8%, Procedural Generation 19.2%, Roguelite 15.6%, Hand-drawn 14.3%
- #38 Mana Spark
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 698 reviews2018
Dev: BEHEMUTT
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 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 18.3%, Souls-like 17.3%, Roguelite 12.5%, Action RPG 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%
- #39 Devious Dungeon
74% matchVery Positive82% of 416 reviews2019
Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.9%, Action RPG 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Procedural Generation 16.1%, RPG 8.9%
- #40 Dungeons of Blood and Dream
70% matchVery Positive94% of 1,235 reviews2024
Dev: Lori Vornoy
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Play as a mighty Blood Wizard on a quest to escape a death-loop of psychedelic dungeons. Slay disgusting creatures using a large array of bladed weapons and unnerving spells, harness the power of cursed rings, find mysterious treasures, and learn the secrets of the universe you are trapped in.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Procedural Generation 14.3%, Medieval 9.7%, First-Person 9.2%
- #41 Hollowdeep
71% matchVery Positive92% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: Kyle Burgin
Windows
Hollowdeep is a first person dungeon crawler inspired by oldschool games of the ps1 era. There is a large focus on fast gameplay and parrying mechanics.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.2%, Action RPG 19.2%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Medieval 9.5%, First-Person 9.5%
- #42 Spire of Ash
72% matchMixed57% of 123 reviews2026
Dev: Aaron Lilla
Windows
Spire of Ash is a dark-fantasy run-based dungeon crawler with deep itemization, tactical combat, and escalating key-driven challenges. Build your team, refine your strategy, and push deeper into deadly endgame runs.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.3%, Action RPG 21.1%, 1990's 16.6%, Character Customization 14.4%, RPG 11.1%
- #43 Arboria
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 782 reviews2021
Dev: DreamplantPub: All in! Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Fight, die, and fight again in this dark fantasy trollz-like roguelite. As a Yotun troll warrior, descend into the ever-changing, creepy dungeons of Durnar. Use a variety of Symbiotic Weapons and Bio-Mutations to slay enemies and heal The Father Tree.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.2%, Dark Fantasy 18.8%, Roguelite 17.5%, Action RPG 15.3%, Procedural Generation 11.3%
- #44 Keeper's Toll
70% matchVery Positive90% of 802 reviews2024
Dev: Stingbot Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Dark Fantasy 25.9%, Roguelite 24.8%, Action RPG 22.7%, 1990's 15.7%, RPG 10.8%
- #45 Scarlet Tower
70% matchVery Positive81% of 2,395 reviews2024
Dev: Pyxeralia LLCPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Hunt during the day, be hunted during the NIGHT! Scarlet Tower is a gothic horror casual game with roguelike and RPG elements, like talent trees, classes, familiars and more!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 26.8%, Hand-drawn 17.9%, Action RPG 16.6%, Procedural Generation 16.5%, Medieval 12.1%
- #46 Devious Dungeon 2
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 93 reviews2020
Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Devious Dungeon 2 is a medieval-focused action platformer with RPG-styled upgrades and procedurally generated levels. It is said that great adventures await behind the walls of this dark castle. A dark castle filled with dungeons, danger, and loot!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.1%, Action RPG 14.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Procedural Generation 12.5%, Character Customization 11.5%
- #47 Sin Spire
67% matchVery Positive88% of 1,633 reviews2026
Dev: Krasue Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Sin Spire is a first-person erotic horror game with a retro 3D style set in a series of procedural dungeons. You play as a nameless wanderer who must defend himself against a large cast of female monsters. Engage in horrific yet erotic encounters and do your best to escape the Spire.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.8%, Procedural Generation 17.2%, Action RPG 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Retro 12.1%
- #48 Striving for Light
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.3 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 18%, Perma Death 16.3%, Action RPG 15.1%, Roguelite 13.2%, Loot 11.8%
- #49 Moonring
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,467 reviews2023
Dev: Fluttermind, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
A dark-fantasy, turn-based, retro-fusion of classic turn-based RPGs and roguelikes, all presented with a unique neon aesthetic.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23.4%, Old School 17.3%, Retro 15.8%, Medieval 13.7%, RPG 12.4%
- #50 UnderMine
68% matchVery Positive90% of 9,862 reviews2020
Dev: Thorium
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 17.3 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: Dungeon Crawler 40.2%, Roguelite 32.6%, Procedural Generation 11.5%, RPG 11.3%, Retro 4.5%
- #51 ROGUE-FP
69% matchVery Positive98% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: Jurax Games
Windows · Linux
A blend of old school gameplay and new school controls. Experience a classically styled roguelike in a way you never have before!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.5%, Perma Death 21.7%, Roguelite 15.8%, Procedural Generation 13.1%, First-Person 8.3%
- #52 Shadow of the Depth
68% matchMixed70% of 478 reviews2025
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 3.1 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 19.2%, Perma Death 15.6%, Souls-like 14.6%, Roguelite 13.8%, Action RPG 12.8%
- #53 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
65% matchVery Positive82% of 6,565 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23%, Action RPG 17.1%, Procedural Generation 14.2%, Roguelite 14.1%, RPG 9.4%
- #54 RAIDBORN
66% matchMixed68% of 473 reviews2026
Dev: Phodex Games
Windows
RAIDBORN is a first-person fantasy action RPG built for replayability. Explore an endless stream of dungeons and quests, dive into satisfying combat, and loot legendary treasures. Craft powerful gear, upgrade your outpost, and tailor your experience from relaxed adventure to hardcore roguelike.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.2%, Action RPG 17.1%, Procedural Generation 14.6%, Loot 13.6%, First-Person 9.2%
- #55 FlyKnight Enhanced Edition
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,754 reviews2025
Dev: Wabbaboy
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Explore, fight, loot and fish! Solo or in co-op mode in this Old School First Person Dungeon Crawler. Earn your knighthood as you oppose the evil witch Lunamoth and stop her curse which prevents everyone from growing wings.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.1%, Souls-like 19.6%, Old School 12.3%, Inventory Management 11.2%, Action RPG 9.2%
- #56 FELLCHASER
66% matchVery Positive89% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Let'em Cook Games
Windows · Mac
You've stolen Death’s scythe in an attempt to cheat your fate. Now you must escape Purgatory by brewing combo-building potions and reaping hordes of creatures in this hack and slash Roguelike!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.5%, Perma Death 16.7%, 2.5D 16.6%, Roguelite 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%
- #57 Kharon's Crypt - Even Death May Die
67% matchVery Positive95% of 108 reviews2022
Dev: Hebi LeePub: Andromeda Project
Windows
Metroidvania dungeon crawler about Death & Grief full of puzzles, secrets & challenges. Inspired by old GameBoy Color games with Retro Pixel Art Aesthetics but with challenging boss fights & Lore-Rich
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.9%, Souls-like 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 19%, Old School 15.5%, Retro 11.3%