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Games Like Diehard Dungeon

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Roguelike, Roguelite, RPG, Indie.

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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…

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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.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 73% — of 499 reviews
Released: 2014-03-05
Developer: Tricktale
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.2 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.3 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 91%

Overview

Diehard Dungeon is a charming 16-bit action-roguelike known for its frantic combat and unique companion chest mechanic. These recommendations focus on titles that capture that same retro-inspired dungeon-crawling intensity, emphasizing fast-paced action, procedural generation, and pixel-art aesthetics.

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    97% matchVery Positive90% of 9,748 reviews2020
    Dev: Thorium
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    An action-adventure roguelike with a bit of RPG tossed in. Adventure deep into the UnderMine and discover powerful relics, deadly enemies, hidden secrets, and a few friends to help along the way.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 48.1%, Roguelite 14%, Dungeon Crawler 9.1%, RPG 8.1%, Roguelike 4.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines action-roguelite mechanics with a charming pixel-art style and rewarding dungeon exploration.

  2. #2 Dungreed
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 9,514 reviews2018
    Dev: TEAM HORAY
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Dungreed is a 2D side-scrolling action game with 2D Rogue-LITE elements. You become an adventurer exploring a continuously evolving dungeon to prevent the town from being destroyed. Eliminate enemies, use a variety of weapons and magic, eat food, and defeat evil in the dungeon!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.1%, Roguelike 24%, Roguelite 12.2%, Dungeon Crawler 6.4%, Action 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Features similar fast-paced, pixel-art dungeon crawling with deep loot systems and challenging boss encounters.

  3. #3 Delver
    96% matchVery Positive88% of 2,836 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: Action Roguelike 28.2%, Roguelike 19.3%, RPG 11.4%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%, Roguelite 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Captures the essence of dungeon crawling with a retro-inspired, first-person perspective and permadeath mechanics.

  4. #4 bit Dungeon II
    95% matchVery Positive82% of 2,214 reviews2014
    Dev: Kinto Games LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 26.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    bitDungeon II is fast action-adventure game with a giant overworld to explore. You are a spirit in an undead world of demons. Your "loved one's " grave has been desecrated. Fight through these corrupted lands, and bring peace to her soul.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.4%, Roguelike 17.9%, RPG 15.7%, Action 6.5%, Dungeon Crawler 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Shares a very similar retro aesthetic and top-down action-roguelike gameplay loop.

  5. #5 Rogue Legacy
    94% matchVery Positive92% of 18,678 reviews2013
    Dev: Cellar Door Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Rogue Legacy is a genealogical rogue-"LITE" where anyone can be a hero. Each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might be a dwarf with vertigo. But that's OK, because no one is perfect, and you don't have to be to succeed.

    Why similar: Roguelike 44.5%, Action Roguelike 30.8%, RPG 6.3%, Indie 6.1%, Roguelite 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A definitive action-roguelite that shares the same addictive loop of exploring dangerous, procedurally generated dungeons.

  6. #6 Enter the Gungeon
    93% 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: Action Roguelike 37.2%, Roguelike 30.6%, Dungeon Crawler 8%, Difficult 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly polished, frantic dungeon-crawling experience with a heavy focus on loot and intense combat.

  7. #7 One More Dungeon
    94% matchMostly Positive77% of 660 reviews2015
    Dev: Stately Snail
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    One More Dungeon is a first person shooter roguelike with procedurally generated levels and pixel-art graphics.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.2%, Roguelike 19.9%, RPG 13.8%, Dungeon Crawler 10.2%, Roguelite 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled dungeon crawler that focuses on simple, effective combat and procedural exploration.

  8. #8 Overture
    92% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,262 reviews2015
    Dev: Black Shell GamesPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Overture is an action-adventure roguelike which draws heavy inspiration from hits such as Diablo, Realm of The Mad God, Zelda, and The Binding of Isaac. Explore vast randomly generated dungeons and slay hordes of cunning enemies!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.5%, Roguelike 17.1%, RPG 11.2%, Roguelite 6.9%, Action 6.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action-roguelike that focuses on rapid combat and diverse character classes.

  9. #9 Dungeon Souls
    91% 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 31.2%, Roguelike 20.2%, RPG 12.5%, Dungeon Crawler 9.4%, Roguelite 9%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, pixel-art dungeon crawler that emphasizes character progression and chaotic combat.

  10. #10 Nuclear Throne
    89% 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 38.6%, Roguelike 30.3%, Roguelite 8.2%, Difficult 6.5%, Action 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides the same high-octane, top-down action intensity found in the best dungeon-crawling roguelikes.

  11. #11 A Wizard's Lizard
    91% matchMostly Positive70% of 444 reviews2014
    Dev: Lost Decade Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with powerful weapons and items. Battle back the hordes of evil. Rescue villagers to improve your town and increase your power for your next trek into the dungeon.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.5%, Roguelike 25.2%, Roguelite 12.3%, RPG 11.5%, Action 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a top-down, action-oriented roguelike experience with a distinct retro visual style.

  12. #12 TinyKeep
    90% matchMixed65% of 417 reviews2014
    Dev: PhigamesPub: Digital Tribe
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    TinyKeep, a top-down procedurally generated dungeon escape game with permadeath - you die and it's game over. Master the frantic physics-based combat, lure enemies into traps or make them fight each other for dominance. There are many ways to survive in TinyKeep!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 54.3%, RPG 18.4%, Action 11.2%, Indie 8.6%, Adventure 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Features similar dungeon-crawling mechanics with a focus on physics-based combat and procedural level generation.

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    89% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,637 reviews2013
    Dev: Robot Loves Kitty
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Legend of Dungeon is a randomly generated action RPG Beat'em'up with heavy Rogue-like elements, striking visuals, and dynamic music.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.7%, Roguelike 27.7%, RPG 10.6%, Dungeon Crawler 8.1%, Indie 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic-feeling dungeon crawler with a distinct pixel-art aesthetic and challenging roguelike elements.

  14. #14 Devious Dungeon
    87% matchVery Positive83% of 408 reviews2019
    Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.3%, Roguelike 22.9%, RPG 10.5%, Dungeon Crawler 10%, Difficult 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Blends platforming with dungeon-crawling roguelite elements for a fast-paced, retro experience.

  15. #15 Slasher's Keep
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    Dev: Damian Schloter
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Hack, slash, shoot and loot your way through procedurally generated dungeons! Smack your enemies into spikes with your inventory sack!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.9%, Roguelike 13.4%, Dungeon Crawler 10.7%, RPG 9.7%, Gore 9%

    Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that emphasizes melee combat and procedural dungeon layouts.

  16. #16 Hack, Slash, Loot
    86% matchMixed52% of 752 reviews2012
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    A single-player turn-based dungeon crawler. Take control of a lone hero and explore sprawling dungeons, fight dangerous monsters.

    Why similar: Roguelike 68%, RPG 15.1%, Indie 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%, Dungeon Crawler 3.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A traditional-style roguelike that captures the core appeal of dungeon looting and survival.

  17. #17 Deep Dungeons of Doom
    85% matchMostly Positive78% of 761 reviews2014
    Dev: Bossa Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    This game is only for the brave. Dungeons await, each one deeper, each one more perilous and each one more challenging than the last.

    Why similar: RPG 34.2%, Roguelike 19%, Adventure 11.7%, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled RPG that focuses on simple, rhythmic combat within a dungeon-crawling framework.

  18. #18 Heroes of Loot
    84% matchMixed69% of 94 reviews2015
    Dev: Orangepixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    A brutal mix between dungeon-crawler and shoot-em up. The dungeon will learn from you and become more dangerous every time you play!

    Why similar: Roguelike 28.9%, RPG 17.3%, Dungeon Crawler 13.6%, Action 10.8%, Roguelite 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, arcade-style dungeon crawler that prioritizes quick action and loot collection.

  19. #19 Undungeon
    83% matchMixed64% of 375 reviews2021
    Dev: Laughing MachinesPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Undungeon is a gorgeous Action/RPG driven by intense real-time combat and an immensely rich science fiction story. Travel between dimensions and change the world around you in an attempt to reconstruct the shattered Multiverse.

    Why similar: Roguelike 26.4%, Dungeon Crawler 14.2%, RPG 12.8%, Roguelite 11.8%, Difficult 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric action-RPG that features deep dungeon-crawling elements and a unique pixel-art world.

  20. #20 The Dungeoning
    84% matchMostly Positive71% of 73 reviews2014
    Dev: Nick Donnelly
    Windows · Mac

    The Dungeoning is a difficult action platformer with character levelling, set in a procedurally generated dungeon. Kill enemies, level up using experience and master varied weapons and magic. Collect gold to spend with traders and buy better weapons. Try NG+ and beyond for an extra challenge.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.3%, Roguelike 20.6%, RPG 15.5%, Roguelite 8.6%, Action 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A straightforward action-roguelike that focuses on the core loop of fighting through dungeon floors.

  21. #21 红石遗迹 - Red Obsidian Remnant
    82% matchVery Positive84% of 832 reviews2017
    Dev: Red Obsidian StudioPub: Beijing New Era Network Technology Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    A Roguelike gameplay and action system combined dungeon game.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 43.2%, Roguelike 24.6%, RPG 12.4%, Action 9.2%, Indie 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that features challenging combat and a variety of loot-driven character builds.

  22. #22 Dungeon Journey
    82% matchMostly Positive76% of 280 reviews2016
    Dev: Carbomb SoftwarePub: Nova Dimension
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Fight your way through thousands floors of dungeons. Get precious treasures and slay undead creatures of hell to make your character stronger.

    Why similar: RPG 44.3%, Action 21.9%, Indie 18.8%, Adventure 14.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A casual dungeon-crawling experience that focuses on exploration and light RPG progression.

  23. #23 Blocky Dungeon
    81% matchVery Positive86% of 78 reviews2023
    Dev: SquareAnon
    Windows

    A weird mix of block-placing puzzle and roguelike, where you build a dungeon and explore it at the same time! Defeat enemies, clear lines and collect loot. Explore the different dungeons, complete quests and try to survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.2%, Roguelike 30.5%, Roguelite 13.4%, Dungeon Crawler 11.6%, RPG 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A unique, puzzle-oriented dungeon crawler that maintains a retro, stylized aesthetic.

  24. #24 Instant Dungeon!
    81% matchVery Positive87% of 176 reviews2014
    Dev: With The Love StudiosPub: Flying Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Instant Dungeon! mixes dungeon exploration with arcade action in the vein of the classic maze games from the 80s. Let Instant Dungeon! create a new dungeon just for you, complete with glittering treasures, vicious monsters, brutal boss battles, wild power ups and most importantly fun, Fun, FUN!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 47.2%, Roguelike 16.3%, Action 14.7%, Indie 11.7%, Retro 10%

    Why You'll Like It: A retro arcade-style dungeon crawler that emphasizes quick sessions and simple, fun combat.

  25. #25 Tower of Guns
    80% matchVery Positive80% of 1,239 reviews2014
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Tower of Guns is a fast paced first-person-shooter for the twitch gamer... with a few randomized elements to keep it fresh with each playthrough. It's a short burst "Lunch Break FPS"... not unlike Binding of Isaac mixed with Doom 2. Tower of Guns was made by a guy named Joe (with his brother Mike composing the music).

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.9%, Roguelike 27.5%, Roguelite 12.8%, Action 6.9%, Difficult 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, bullet-hell dungeon crawler that provides a similar sense of chaotic, retro-inspired action.

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    79% matchVery Positive87% of 626 reviews2015
    Dev: FourbitFriday
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Catacomb Kids is a brutal platformer roguelike that pits you against the deadly Catacombs aided only by magic, steel, and your quick reflexes. Traverse procedurally generated dungeons and hack, slash, burn, and blast your way through hordes of things that want to kill you.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 49.1%, Roguelite 16.5%, RPG 12.9%, Action 7.6%, Indie 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A high-difficulty, side-scrolling roguelike that emphasizes environmental interaction and brutal combat.

  27. #27 Full Mojo Rampage
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 1,250 reviews2014
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    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Full Mojo Rampage is a rogue-like game that takes place within the confines of the Voodoo reality. In this realm only the most powerful rites and powers can provide a safeguard against evil. Dying is not the end, only the beginning to becoming a stronger voodoo soul!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.1%, Roguelike 25.6%, Roguelite 13.8%, RPG 11.6%, Difficult 8%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down, voodoo-themed dungeon crawler with roguelite elements and intense combat.

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    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 386,504 reviews2014
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 43.4 hrsMean: 182.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a randomly generated action RPG shooter with heavy Rogue-like elements. Following Isaac on his journey players will find bizarre treasures that change Isaac’s form giving him super human abilities and enabling him to fight off droves of mysterious creatures, discover secrets and fight his way to safety.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 38%, Roguelike 28.3%, Gore 6.9%, Difficult 6.2%, Dungeon Crawler 5.8%

  29. #29 Ziggurat
    78% matchVery Positive85% of 3,953 reviews2014
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.6%, Roguelite 18.8%, Roguelike 18.8%, Action 8.6%, RPG 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that blends fast-paced combat with roguelike progression.

  30. #30 WazHack
    78% matchVery Positive90% of 724 reviews2014
    Dev: WazPub: Waz Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    Why similar: Roguelike 44.9%, RPG 23.5%, Indie 9.9%, Roguelite 7.7%, Dungeon Crawler 6.3%

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    77% matchVery Positive88% of 189 reviews2019
    Dev: Kinto Games LLC
    Windows

    bitDungeon combines randomized loot and fast action combat, explore randomized dungeons and hack and slash your way through dangerous bosses. The difficultly increases as you become stronger and stronger. Build your character how you want with deadly passive abilities.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 49%, RPG 17.3%, Action 10.2%, Roguelite 9%, Indie 7.4%

  32. #32 Heroes Of Loot: Gauntlet Of Power
    75% 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!

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    77% matchMostly Positive73% of 205 reviews2019
    Dev: Kinto Games LLC
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    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

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    76% matchVery Positive81% of 629 reviews2015
    Dev: Enitvare
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Razenroth is an action shooter with a dark atmosphere, enriched with the elements of roguelike and RPG. All the levels, weather conditions, distribution and quantity of key elements are generated randomly. Thanks to this fact, a single game is different each time.

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    73% 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 34%, Roguelike 22.6%, Roguelite 13.3%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%, Difficult 7.4%

  36. #36 Dungeons of Edera
    74% matchMixed68% of 1,056 reviews2022
    Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.4%, RPG 16.9%, Roguelike 13.3%, Roguelite 12%, Dungeon Crawler 11.1%

  37. #37 Scarlett's Dungeon
    76% matchMixed69% of 54 reviews2017
    Dev: Hard Shark Games
    Windows

    Scarlett's Dungeon is a retro-inspired action RPG dungeon crawler with roguelite elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fight monsters, and collect loot in beautifully crafted pixel art reminiscent of the Game Boy Advance era. Test your skills as you dive deep into ever-changing challenges!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.9%, Roguelike 24.9%, Roguelite 9.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.1%, Difficult 7.1%

  38. #38 Heavy Bullets
    74% matchVery Positive82% of 1,562 reviews2014
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.7%, Roguelike 21.5%, Roguelite 10.5%, Action 9.6%, Indie 7.6%

  39. #39 Caveblazers
    72% matchVery Positive85% of 4,486 reviews2017
    Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Yogscast Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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  40. #40 Paranautical Activity: Deluxe Atonement Edition
    73% matchMixed68% of 1,408 reviews2014
    Dev: Digerati DistributionPub: Digerati
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  41. #41 Skelly Selest
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 286 reviews2018
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Skelly Selest is a score-attack hack slash dash run 'n' gun-athon. Venture into the procedurally generated perdition depths of Hell to purge the evil taint of the Deamonica Netherlords and their fiendly followers.

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    70% matchVery Positive87% of 9,421 reviews2018
    Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
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    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.

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    73% matchMostly Positive76% of 735 reviews2014
    Dev: David Amador
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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    66% matchVery Positive92% of 2,752 reviews2025
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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    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: Action Roguelike 34.8%, Roguelike 28.1%, Dungeon Crawler 10.7%, Action 6.9%, Retro 6.6%

  46. #46 Devious Dungeon 2
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 89 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: Action Roguelike 44.8%, Dungeon Crawler 13.2%, RPG 13.2%, Difficult 9.9%, Action 7%

  47. #47 Devil Spire
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 481 reviews2022
    Dev: Ithiro Sumi
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Roguelite Pseudo-3D Dungeon Crawler. It's King's Field but procedurally generated, and with Hexen-style graphics!

    Why similar: Roguelite 29.6%, RPG 28.3%, Dungeon Crawler 24.1%, Retro 18%

  48. #48 Tiny Rogues
    66% 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: Action Roguelike 32.7%, Roguelike 22.2%, Roguelite 11.5%, Dungeon Crawler 8.9%, RPG 8.1%

  49. #49 Dive The Depths
    67% matchMostly Positive77% of 112 reviews2025
    Dev: FrizuoPub: Starpixel Studios
    Windows

    Dive The Depths is an action-roguelike set beneath the ocean's surface. As a humble diver, you must navigate the world filled with bizarre sea creatures, submerged ruins, and forgotten histories. Can you conquer the depths and unravel the secrets that hidden beneath the waves?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.2%, Roguelike 23.9%, Roguelite 11.8%, Dungeon Crawler 7.5%, Difficult 7.5%

  50. #50 99 Levels To Hell
    72% matchMixed61% of 609 reviews2014
    Dev: Zaxis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    99 Levels to Hell is a platform shooter with lots of guns, upgrades, magic, traps and monsters to kill. 99 Levels to Hell is a rogue-like, which means surviving is key and every time you play you get a new set of levels to play. When you complete 10 levels, the 10th being a boss-fight you unlock a door to the next dungeon.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.9%, Roguelike 14.2%, Roguelite 13.6%, RPG 9.8%, Dungeon Crawler 9.5%

  51. #51 Dungelot: Shattered Lands
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 570 reviews2016
    Dev: Red Winter SoftwarePub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Dungelot: Shattered Lands takes you on an epic roguelike dungeon-crawler adventure to defeat zombie cows, splat giant evil mushrooms, and generally get back home in one piece. Deceptively simple, ever so addictive.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.8%, Roguelike 19.8%, RPG 18%, Dungeon Crawler 10.4%, Action 8.3%

  52. #52 Ampersat
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 750 reviews2022
    Dev: Gaterooze, Ink
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    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: Roguelike 29.6%, Roguelite 15.5%, RPG 13.8%, Dungeon Crawler 12%, Retro 9.7%

  53. #53 Striving for Light
    66% matchVery Positive80% of 223 reviews2025
    Dev: Igniting Spark Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.4%, Roguelike 22.5%, Roguelite 13.3%, RPG 12%, Dungeon Crawler 9.5%

  54. #54 Deep Dark Dungeon
    71% matchMixed60% of 50 reviews2018
    Dev: GlassCats
    Windows · Mac

    Deep Dark Dungeon is a rogue-lite action game in which the player dives into the deep, dark depths of various dungeons filled with bad-tempered monsters that will attack them on sight.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.6%, Roguelike 16.5%, RPG 15.9%, Roguelite 13%, Action 8.5%

  55. #55 Pixel Dungeon
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 442 reviews2015
    Dev: Retronic Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Pixel Dungeon is an exciting and extremely popular roguelike (more than 2 million mobile installs!). Explore the depths of Pixel Dungeon, collect useful items and fight fierce monsters to find the Amulet of Yendor - the ultimate artefact of this game world!

    Why similar: Roguelike 43%, RPG 18.6%, Dungeon Crawler 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Indie 6.3%

  56. #56 Depths of Limbo
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 77 reviews2017
    Dev: Evgiz
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Depths of Limbo is a difficult action roguelike with a dark theme. The fast-paced combat is spiced up with a variety of unique items and weapons found throughout the procedurally generated world.

    Why similar: Roguelike 37.9%, Gore 18.3%, Action 14.4%, Indie 11.6%, Adventure 10.6%

  57. #57 Brut@l
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 166 reviews2017
    Dev: Stormcloud Games LimitedPub: Rising Star Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    A modern re-imagining of the classic ASCII dungeon crawler. Choose your hero and descend into a procedurally generated world constructed entirely from ASCII letters. Can you survive?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.5%, Gore 17.4%, Action 14.4%, Roguelike 11.5%, Adventure 10.4%

  58. #58 Gloomgrave
    66% matchVery Positive88% of 184 reviews2023
    Dev: Netmancer
    Windows

    Gloomgrave is a roguelike dungeon crawler with a retro pixel aesthetic. Upgrade your Gloomcrawler with unique perks and experiment with different builds as you try to survive each depth in search of the ultimate ancient relic.

    Why similar: Roguelike 31.2%, RPG 18.1%, Dungeon Crawler 17%, Action 7.6%, Indie 7.2%

  59. #59 Crypt of the Serpent King
    68% matchVery Positive83% of 298 reviews2016
    Dev: Rendercode Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Crypt of the Serpent King is a medieval first-person hack'n'slash dungeon crawler with roguelike elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fighting underworld creatures along the way, all while avoiding traps and collecting loot!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 54.4%, RPG 18.6%, Action 9.7%, Dungeon Crawler 8.8%, Indie 8.5%

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