- #1 Retronaut
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GrassyAss Studios
Windows
A rogue star pilot lost between galaxies—upgrade your ship, harness ancient artifacts, and survive relentless alien hordes in this cosmic action roguelite.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.8%, Space 22.2%, Roguelite 16.1%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Survival 7.7%
- #2 Barbarization
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sunday Morning Games
Windows
Barbarization is a roguelite dungeon crawler with elements of bullet hell and RPG. Loot weapons, rare items, and special ability cards to build a unique character each run. Face enemy hordes and challenging bosses to claim new territories and expand your civilization.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Action Roguelike 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Roguelite 12.9%, Survival 11.6%
- #3 Stardawn Heroes
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cosmic Depths
Windows
Stardawn Heroes is a rogue-lite action adventure RPG set throughout the stars. Explore, battle, harvest, and craft your way through procedurally generated planets on your journey to the Gateway of the Ancients.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, Space 13.2%, Roguelite 11.4%, Survival 10.9%
- #4 Rick Henderson: Eternal Arena
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fat Pug Studio
Windows
Rick Henderson is back! Join the endless arena battle, upgrade your ship, upgrade your guns, upgrade your drones. Fight, upgrade, die, repeat.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Action Roguelike 25.4%, Roguelite 16.2%, Choices Matter 8.8%, Space 8.8%
- #5 Zoratharion
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: BlopeurPub: TGGAMES
Windows
Zoratharion is a fast-paced roguelite shoot 'em up. Choose your pilot, ship, and weapon to battle waves of enemies, liberate planets, and unlock upgrades. Every run is unique. Will you rise as the galaxy's savior?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Space 15.7%, Roguelite 10.7%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #6 Code-Knight
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SimonPub: Materia Sonus - Stefan Maier
Windows
Lightning-fast top-down roguelike! Dive into procedural dungeons, stack powerful items for devastating synergies, and outsmart relentless bosses. Precision, strategy, and skillful weapon combat are your keys to surviving and mastering each run.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.2%, Dungeon Crawler 23.9%, Roguelite 15.8%, Space 11.7%, Top-Down 7.7%
- #7 Soulblight
94% matchMostly Negative37% of 192 reviews2018
Dev: My Next GamesPub: Movie Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Soulblight is a dark, unforgiving, top-down action roguelike luring you to cross the thin line between good and evil. Embrace your flaws to survive a journey through an unforgiving Sanctuary. Gluttony, Lust, Cannibalism - how far are you willing to go?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.8%, Roguelite 15.3%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, RPG 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%
- #8 Eridani Survivors
92% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Dragon Dropper
Windows · Linux
Can you survive the Empire's onslaught? Avoid the attacking enemies and upgrade your ship to last long enough to escape in this space survivorslike.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.8%, Space 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Survival 12.6%, Roguelite 12.4%
- #9 Intergalactic Battle Roosters
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dead Rock Games
Windows
It’s time to cluck around and find out. Gear up and pull on the helmets of the Battle Roosters, a hotshot space brigade of poultry with panache. In this quirky, roguelike, bullet hell adventure you’ll combine weapons, upgrades and killer strategies to recover space’s best taco ingredients. Bwark!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Space 13.8%, Roguelite 11.5%, Survival 9.4%
- #10 Space Horde Attack
91% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: GameProdTeam
Windows
Collect weapons and destroy enemy ships
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Space 19.7%, Roguelite 16%, Survival 10.5%
- #11 I Am Legion: Stand Survivors
89% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Action Roguelike 22%, Roguelite 15.4%, Dungeon Crawler 14%, Loot 13.8%
- #12 Echoes of Elpis
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Petrichor Labs
Windows · Linux
Echoes of Elpis is a twin-stick shooter sci-fi roguelike. Upgrade weapons, discover new tech, and uncover a secret past as you battle through Elpis on an epic treasure hunt.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.4%, Dungeon Crawler 16.6%, Roguelite 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Space 14%
- #13 Astrum Vanguard
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: JCW
Windows
In Astrum Vanguard, a 2D horde-survival with bullet hell components, you pilot and upgrade your spaceship to defeat countless alien creatures. Survive the endless onslaught in the cosmic battlefield!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.6%, Space 17.8%, Survival 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, Roguelite 12.5%
- #14 Dark Inquisition
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hazard Game Dev
Windows
Dark Inquisition is an action RPG dungeon crawler where you play as Inquisitors, wielding forbidden arts to purge the land of unholy inhabitants. Embark on a perilous journey through procedurally generated dungeons, confronting formidable foes, and uncovering ancient prophecies.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.1%, Dungeon Crawler 27.1%, Roguelite 18.1%, Top-Down 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #15 Galaxy Survivors
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: Emily Grey & Eve Grey
Windows
Shoot alien invaders, upgrade your ship, level up your weapons and save planets to defend against the invasion. Choose your favorite between the different unlockable ships and buy perks between your runs to ensure victory. After you triumph, hunt for achievements and ascend to save more universes
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Roguelite 15.4%, Top-Down 9.6%, Sci-fi 9.5%
- #16 Solomon's Keep: Dreadful Retro Edition
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Raptisoft
Windows · Linux
Ascend the dark tower and destroy the blackest necromancer the land has ever seen in your epic quest to graduate college.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, Action Roguelike 22.4%, Roguelite 16.4%, Choices Matter 10.8%, Top-Down 8.9%
- #17 UnderMine
86% 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 38.1%, Dungeon Crawler 23.6%, Roguelite 20.5%, RPG 6.3%, Top-Down 5.6%
- #18 Kvarn
85% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Jesse Nilsson
Windows
A Roguelike RPG Survival
Why similar: Strategy RPG 32.7%, Action Roguelike 26.7%, RPG 11.5%, Choices Matter 9.4%, Top-Down 7.8%
- #19 Solar Survivors
84% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: BoxFox Studios
Windows
Bullet hell meets bullet heaven. Build the ultimate space fighter as you uncover clever strategies and hidden synergies. Solar Survivors distills the deep strategy and progression of an RPG into quick, arcade-like sessions.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.3%, Roguelite 17%, Space 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Sci-fi 12.3%
- #20 Fully Automated
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Thierry Brim
Windows · Linux
Fully Automated is a fast paced action roguelite. Destroy or demoralize your foes, and shape the future of your world ! Face relentless waves of enemies and choose from a variety of upgrades and traits to create the perfect style. Will you be a force for peace or a demon of war?
Why similar: Dynamic Narration 25.9% ★, Action Roguelike 18.6%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Roguelite 12%, Choices Matter 11.3%
- #21 Stellar Destiny: The Last Survivor
82% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Amazing Vibes
Windows
Stellar Destiny: The Last Survivor is a fast-paced roguelike game that is gonna test your skill. Slay alien monsters, explore worlds, craft and unlock new upgrades, and dominate the whole galaxy!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Action Roguelike 20.4%, Roguelite 15%, Space 11.2%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #22 Dungero
81% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Retrobot s.r.o
Windows · Mac
Dive into the realm of offline roguelike action RPG. Game with easy gameplay, innovation, and addictive loot mechanics. Fight Monsters, Crawl Dungeons, Loot treasures, Have fun
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.9%, Roguelite 15.4%, Survival 13.3%, Dungeon Crawler 13.3%, Top-Down 9.3%
- #23 Captain Forever Remix
83% matchVery Positive81% of 377 reviews2016
Dev: Pixelsaurus Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Can you create the raddest spaceship? Captain Forever Remix is the spaceship builder roguelike. Voyage across the Solar System and blast apart randomly-generated enemies for spare parts. This is an officially-licensed re-imagining of the indie classic Captain Forever.
Why similar: Space 40.4%, Action Roguelike 26.9%, Roguelite 9%, Shoot 'Em Up 7%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #24 The Pentastic Descent
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Addictive Slop
Windows
Descend into pixelated hell, smashing pentagrams and slaughtering demons for orbs. Spend them on persistent upgrades between runs. Reach level 250 to Prestige and grow exponentially stronger in this fast-paced action roguelite.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.4%, Dungeon Crawler 23.9%, Roguelite 16.1%, RPG 10.5%, Space 7.2%
- #25 Grashers
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Patosaur
Windows
Vacuum stuff, blast foes, and hurl objects in this roguelike clean-’em-up! The universe is up to its ears in pollution and only the Grashers can wipe it clean!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Action Roguelike 19.2%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Roguelite 12.6%, Space 10.9%
- #26 Bloomed Ghoul
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gabe Grimoire Games
Windows
Descend a living dungeon in this ghoulish Action Roguelike RPG. Devour enemies, replace appendages, and use strange upgrades. Encounter powerful foes, uncertain allies, and hidden secrets. Embrace your monstrous nature, or try to resist it.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.7%, Dungeon Crawler 24.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Choices Matter 12.7%, Top-Down 10.2%
- #27 Reality Break
78% matchVery Positive83% of 699 reviews2025
Dev: Element Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Rewrite the universe! Break reality to change your fate, and use your powers to stop sinister forces from altering existence itself. Discover the origin of your new abilities in a fast-paced ARPG Loot Collection Roguelite where you will bend, break, and change the laws of the universe!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Space 13.5%, Roguelite 11.5%, Loot 11.3%
- #28 Strength & Sorcery
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Darkflame Studios
Windows
Strength & Sorcery is a First-Person Roguelite Dungeon Crawler with up to 4-player online co-op. Venture into the depths of the Old Castle, battle the darkness within, and send treasure and resources back to the village above to rebuild, grow stronger, and prepare the next villager for descent.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.1%, Loot 14.4%, Roguelite 13.9%, Dystopian 9.8%
- #29 Wild Wild Space
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: rebel rabbit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Welcome to the New Wild West! Join a space gang, become the galaxy's most dangerous outlaw, explore planets filled with enemy space gangs and shoot your way through them in this bullet hellish galaxy-crawler roguelite.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Action Roguelike 20%, Dungeon Crawler 19.3%, Roguelite 13.6%, Space 11.6%
- #30 Break-a-Bot
76% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Team FishPub: Breda University of Applied Sciences
Windows
Defend your spaceship in Break-a-Bot, a vibrant roguelike where you battle cyborg raiders and customize your playstyle by scavenging enemy parts. Swap body parts in fast-paced combat to adapt and survive. Protect your home and become the galaxy’s most fearsome little robot!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23%, Dungeon Crawler 23%, Roguelite 16.4%, Top-Down 10.1%, RPG 8%
- #31 Neon Blitz
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Binary Sunrise
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced action roguelike where explosive combat fuels 'Blitz' ultimates—a rage mode that dominates the battlefield. Endure relentless battles, enhance your arsenal, and evolve powerful abilities. Each run opens new tactical possibilities in this intense arena shooter.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.5%, Roguelite 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Survival 12.3%, Space 10.2%
- #32 Starward Rogue
78% matchVery Positive90% of 489 reviews2016
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Starward Rogue is a bullet hell twin-stick shooter. Blast your way through the Megalith, a rogue-lite labyrinth lodged in the side of a star. Customize your mech with a huge variety of weapons, perks, and upgrades. Steel yourself for the dangers that lurk in the depths of the dungeon.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.9%, Roguelite 11.6%, Space 10.9%
- #33 Dungeon Sweeper
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: lpares12
Windows · Linux
A tactical roguelike that blends classic Minesweeper with auto-battler combat. Flag hidden monsters to avoid fights or trigger them and battle for loot. Explore randomized dungeons, gear up, and survive as long as you can.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 27%, Dungeon Crawler 23.5%, Action Roguelike 22.7%, Roguelite 16.6%, RPG 7.3%
- #34 Exertion
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flat City Games
Windows
Classic arcade shooting meets Survivor-style progression in this side-scrolling action roguelite. Draft powerful cards, discover game-breaking synergies, and unleash bullet hell upon hordes of enemies. Die, upgrade your stats, and return to the arena to become the ultimate weapon.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Action Roguelike 18.5%, Roguelite 13.2%, Survival 11.4%, Dystopian 10.4%
- #35 Sublight
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CODEBREW SOFTWARE LTD
Windows
Sublight is a space roguelite-survivor where you captain a powerful warship and carve through escalating waves of enemies. Upgrade your arsenal, unlock new ships, and experiment with countless builds to dominate the battlefield.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.6%, Roguelite 19.2%, Space 15.9%, Loot 13.2%, Top-Down 10.9%
- #36 Cosmic Run
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zinktank Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cosmic Run is a single player space roguelite game. Take on hordes of galactic enemies, build your ship strategically to overcome the hurdles, improve your stats to stand longer, and flee the Zogark family from the galaxy. Fight, Build, Survive, Escape!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Strategy RPG 18.4%, Action Roguelike 18%, Space 15.7%, Roguelite 13%
- #37 Survivor Mercs
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 156 reviews2023
Dev: Wolpertinger GamesPub: Wandering Wizard
Windows
Purge the billionaires' robot army with your Merc squad! Fast-paced twin-stick action, frantic horde survival, tactical squad-building & tons of loot! Exploit game-breaking synergies to beat the M.E.G.A. Corp. bosses in ever-changing operations. Lock, load, and loot, Commander!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Survival 14.7%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Roguelite 10.1%
- #38 Reincarnation in Another World
72% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Aozora001
Windows
"Reincarnation in Another World" is a roguelite game where you will have traditional barrage and different skills to fight against hordes of monsters. Choose from a variety of traits and power-ups to create a unique build and style to complete the game.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23%, Strategy RPG 21.3%, Roguelite 17%, Loot 15.4%, Top-Down 6.4%
- #39 Survivor Of The Journey
73% matchMixed66% of 85 reviews2023
Dev: Enter the Game Studios
Windows
Survivor of the Journey is a survival game with rogue-like elements Survive in countless fantasy monsters Grow faster than the enemy that comes and knock them down Survive to the end and defeat the boss. Failed? Use your stuff to be strong. Can't you? Let's try our luck this time.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.3%, Survival 16.8%, Choices Matter 15%, Dungeon Crawler 13.2%, Roguelite 11.8%
- #40 Don't Die, Collect Loot
70% matchVery Positive93% of 158 reviews2025
Dev: Dan MarchandPub: indie.io
Windows
It's time to become ridiculously powerful in an arcade roguelite RPG with no limits on your power! Guide your hero through infinite retro fantasy worlds, get loot, gain upgrades, and keep growing their power as you rip through hordes of enemies in the ultimate power fantasy!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Action Roguelike 16.2%, Roguelite 15.4%, Loot 10.9%
- #41 COSMIC STRIKE - The Last Sub Sector
73% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Pixel Horizon GamesPub: Pixel Horizon Games
Windows
Unleash the fury of giant capital ship combat and conquer the stars!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Space 16.4%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Vehicular Combat 10.7% ★, Survival 10.5%
- #42 Rift Survivors
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Head Bear Games
Windows
Rift Survivors is a top-down action roguelite game. Take on the role of a Rift Guardian and maintain the balance between dimensions while facing deadly enemies. Grow stronger with each playthrough and prove your worth in this unstable multiverse.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Action Roguelike 26.6%, Roguelite 17.8%, RPG 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%
- #43 Cosmic Tails
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: nubes_ix
Windows · Mac · Linux
Become the Cat Bounty Hunter. Blast off through deep space as you decimate hordes of space creatures with bounties on their heads. Upgrade unique cat-themed abilities, unlock pulverizing weapons, and survive until your contract expires -- or join the ranks of fallen bounty hunters before you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Action Roguelike 20.7%, Roguelite 14.8%, Choices Matter 8.6%, RPG 8.5%
- #44 Deadly Days: Roadtrip
68% matchVery Positive88% of 2,605 reviews2025
Dev: PixelsplitPub: Sidekick Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Loot, shoot, and mow down zombie hordes in this bullet heaven fever dream. Embark on a deadly roadtrip, fuel your bus, decide when to extract – and get that sweet inventory management kick when that new slot in your backpack fits just right.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Loot 12.4%, Roguelite 12%
- #45 Asteroid Sentinel
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Swords and Railguns
Windows
Shoot down masses of asteroids and aliens in this arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements. Level up and upgrade your guns to cope with the endless waves being thrown at you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.4%, Roguelite 21.7%, Space 13.9%, Top-Down 11.9%, Sci-fi 9%
- #46 INTERSTELLAR ROGUE
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 34 reviews2019
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
Interstellar Rogue is a Sci-Fi Rogue-like where you go on a one Ship mission to destroy The ultimate Robot enemy of humanity. It's inspired by various Retro greats such as lander, Metroid and Rogue.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.8%, Space 18.3%, Roguelite 17.3%, RPG 15%, Sci-fi 10.8%
- #47 Last Mage
69% matchMixed63% of 74 reviews2026
Dev: Weird Johnny Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spellcrafting and backpack management combined in one bullet heaven rougelite. As the Last Mage you get a task to explore dungeons filled with monsters and find the source of the disaster plaguing this world.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.7%, Dungeon Crawler 16.3%, Loot 12.9%, Roguelite 12%, Survival 12%
- #48 Malignant Survivors 2
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eren Aydin
Windows
Enter a world consumed by nightmares, ancient ruins, forbidden magic, and mountains of loot. Battle relentless enemy hordes, grow stronger with every run, and uncover the dark secrets of a forgotten land.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.4%, Action Roguelike 23.6%, Roguelite 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, RPG 9.8%
- #49 Gunsmith's Defense
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Viking Crew
Windows
Shoot zombies, collect loot, build your own guns! Upgrade the persistent metagame to unlock more loot, more features and more parts for your guns.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Roguelite 18.9%, Survival 11.3%, RPG 9.3%
- #50 Soulbaby: Remastered
71% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Lucid Egg
Windows
An original roguelite experience combining bullet-hell and traditional, turn-based RPG elements. As a newfound hero, endure countless waves of enemies as you shape your identity, increasing performance attributes and learning new skills, on a journey to uncover the mystery of a fading cosmos.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Roguelite 17.1%, RPG 15.2%, Space 12.2%
- #51 GALAK-Z
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 549 reviews2015
Dev: 17-BIT
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Brand New features!! The Void DLC offers endless gameplay, Online Leaderboards, and a Daily Challenge that allows players to compete worldwide for the top score. Anime inspired 2D space combat simulation at its best! GALAK-Z is a modern, A.I.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.8%, Space 28.4%, Roguelite 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Action 5.9%
- #52 Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership
69% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Pixel
Windows
Defeat the enemies. Upgrade the spacecraft. Defend the mothership. Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership is a shoot em'up game with roguelite elements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Action Roguelike 23.3%, Roguelite 15.2%, Space 13.5%, Choices Matter 11.1%
- #53 Despite Time
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gunblade Games
Windows
Embark on a quest to fix your soul which is scattered through time and space. Discover different timelines from dark fantasy dungeons to futuristic cyberpunk cities. Utilize any weapon you can think of to battle unique enemies in this dark and unforgiving Action RPG.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.4%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Dystopian 12.7%, Roguelite 12.5%, RPG 12.3%
- #54 Reborn: An Idle Roguelike RPG
66% matchMixed65% of 140 reviews2025
Dev: Blake Farnsworth
Windows · Mac
A tactical idle roguelike RPG where you progress through auto-battles, gather resources, craft gear, and brew stat-boosting potions. Build your character, shape a village of evolving NPCs, and uncover hidden truths in a story-driven world that rewards curiosity and time.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 30.8%, Dungeon Crawler 23.3%, Roguelite 16.4%, Crafting 9.6%, Top-Down 9%
- #55 Hell Loop
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Infinite Studio Inc.
Windows
A rogue-like dungeon crawler with Chinese mythic horror. Play as an ancient butcher, trapped in the cycles of the underworld. Seek redemption, gain the aid of heavenly gods, and fight for freedom—and for the wife you still love.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Action Roguelike 24.4%, Dungeon Crawler 21.3%, Roguelite 16.5%, RPG 6.9%
- #56 Rick Henderson
67% matchPositive97% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: Fat Pug Studio
Windows · Linux
Rick Henderson is an endless horizontal-scrolling shoot 'em up with infinite replayability, a true homage to 16-bit shooters wrapped in graphics we all loved. Twitch your fingers through five enemy factions and their bosses, upgrade your ship and try to survive through unpredictable space events.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Action Roguelike 21.3%, Space 15.4%, Roguelite 14.9%, Choices Matter 11.9%
- #57 Shattered Lands (破碎之地)
65% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: VoidStudio
Windows
One Game, Three Modes Survivor Mode: Frenetic Combat, Endless Loot Hunts Auto Chess Mode: 280+ Skills, Infinite Strategic Depth Story Mode: Open-World Exploration, Squad-Building Mastery As an indie game, it is of high quality and definitely worth owning.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Strategy RPG 20%, Action Roguelike 18.5%, Loot 13.8%, Roguelite 11.7%
- #58 Astral Blitz
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Spirit Forged Studios
Windows
Astral Blitz is a roguelite, twin stick shooter. Control your fighter ship and wreak devastation through the hordes of empire defenses. Create your own play style as you customize your ship to your needs, setting it up for brutal destruction, refined precision, or to become chaos incarnate!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Roguelite 15.5%, Space 8.4%, Top-Down 7.4%
- #59 Cookie Invaders
68% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows
Cookie Invaders is a roguelite shoot 'em up where you utilise a massive skill tree to evolve your ship to defend the earth from legions of invading cookies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Action Roguelike 21%, Roguelite 17%, Space 13.8%, Sci-fi 10.6%