Games Like Dreamscaper

Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.9%, Roguelite 18.7%, Dungeon Crawler 8.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%, Hack and Slash 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for blending tight, responsive hack-and-slash combat with a deep, character-driven narrative.

Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.2%, Roguelite 20.3%, Dungeon Crawler 10.7%, Hack and Slash 8.1%, RPG 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands on the original's successful formula with even more intricate combat mechanics and a compelling story.

ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity.

Why similar: Roguelite 28.8%, Action Roguelike 25.5%, Action 13.1%, Indie 8.6%, Roguelike 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers incredibly fluid, high-speed combat that captures the intensity of the nightmare sequences in Dreamscaper.

Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23%, Roguelite 21.2%, Dungeon Crawler 14.5%, Hack and Slash 9.7%, RPG 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: The game features a distinct day-night loop where you manage a shop by day and explore dangerous dungeons by night.

Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?

Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.7%, Roguelite 20.3%, Dungeon Crawler 13.4%, Hack and Slash 8.8%, RPG 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes family dynamics and narrative depth alongside its roguelite dungeon-crawling gameplay.

Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland Followers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.9%, Roguelite 27.2%, Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Action 5.1%, Indie 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly balances fast-paced combat with a social management layer that mirrors the day-night cycle of Dreamscaper.

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 42.5%, Roguelite 24.7%, Dungeon Crawler 14.3%, RPG 6.3%, Action 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a satisfying progression loop and a charming, accessible dungeon-crawling experience.

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.3%, Roguelite 26.5%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Roguelike 8%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a definitive action-roguelite experience with deep combat mechanics and a constantly evolving world.

Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.2%, Roguelite 23%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, RPG 8.4%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the female protagonist focus and challenging action-roguelite structure found in Dreamscaper.

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: Roguelite 23.4%, Action Roguelike 22.4%, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, Action RPG 7.7%, RPG 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy dungeon crawler that emphasizes character growth and persistent roguelite mechanics.

Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 41%, Roguelite 24.8%, Hack and Slash 13%, Action 7.8%, Roguelike 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a highly stylized, atmospheric world paired with challenging and rewarding hack-and-slash combat.

Sparklite is an action-adventure set in a whimsical & ever-changing land. Battle foes using an arsenal of gadgets, guns, & gear. Gear up for adventure in the dangerous corners of the procedurally generated world, take down titans of the mining industry, & harness the power of Sparklite!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.5%, Roguelite 26.1%, RPG 10.1%, Action 6.2%, Female Protagonist 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: It features a charming, top-down roguelite experience with a heavy focus on gear upgrades and exploration.

Dandy Ace is an over the top action game that follows this fabulous magician seeking to combine and use his magical cards, fighting and looting his way to defeat the Green-Eyed Illusionist and free himself from a cursed mirror.

Why similar: Roguelite 28.6%, Action 20.4%, Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Indie 12.8%, Difficult 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: The game matches the vibrant, surreal aesthetic and fast-paced, ability-focused combat of the seed game.

Death is not the end: defeat infernal foes until you die and carry on the fight with your eternal soul and memories in a new body!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.7%, Roguelite 18.7%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Difficult 11.4%, Roguelike 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a highly atmospheric, art-focused roguelike experience that feels distinct and polished.

You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 31%, Roguelite 21.7%, Dungeon Crawler 12.9%, Difficult 8.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features deep, tactical combat mechanics within a dark, atmospheric setting that rewards careful play.

Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 29%, Roguelite 20.9%, Difficult 9.8%, Hack and Slash 8.2%, Female Protagonist 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging action-roguelike with a focus on tactical combat and distinct character abilities.

Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.5%, Roguelite 16.7%, Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, Roguelike 6.5%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on fast, spell-based combat that mirrors the variety of artifacts and powers available in Dreamscaper.

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 35.8%, Roguelite 24.7%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, Roguelike 7%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a satisfying loop of dungeon crawling and town building that feels very similar to the city-exploration aspect of the seed.

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25%, Hack and Slash 15%, RPG 14.4%, Action RPG 13.5%, Action 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique, character-driven progression system with diverse exploration and creative combat builds.

Wayward Souls is a randomly generated action-RPG with a heavy focus on story. Play as seven different heroes, all with their own sets of abilities. Fight through steadily greater hordes of enemies.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.9%, Roguelite 24.1%, RPG 17.2%, Action 10.6%, Indie 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic action-roguelike with a strong focus on character classes and varied dungeon exploration.

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: Action Roguelike 22.6%, Roguelite 18.2%, Dungeon Crawler 11.8%, Hack and Slash 7.7%, RPG 7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern action-roguelike with fluid, top-down combat and atmospheric environments.

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: Action Roguelike 28.1%, Roguelite 17.2%, Dungeon Crawler 14.6%, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Action RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on loot-driven combat and character builds within a dense, dungeon-crawling setting.

Discover the world of Transistor, a sci-fi-themed action RPG from the creators of Bastion.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Action RPG 11.5%, RPG 10.8%, Indie 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It combines a deep, emotional narrative with a unique, strategic action-combat system.

Embark on a bone-chilling quest for vengeance as a skull-hurling skeletal warrior in Skeletal Avenger! This captivating roguelite dungeon crawler melds hack'n'slash mayhem with endlessly replayable gameplay, offering a thrilling, ever-evolving experience that keeps you coming back for more.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.1%, Roguelite 24%, Dungeon Crawler 16.3%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, RPG 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a humorous, action-packed roguelite experience with unique combat mechanics and gear-based progression.

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: Roguelite 21.5%, Action Roguelike 18.5%, Dungeon Crawler 14.6%, RPG 13%, Action 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A unique roguelite that emphasizes character traits and tactical decision-making during combat encounters.

A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, magic cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.8%, Roguelite 21.6%, Dungeon Crawler 12%, Hack and Slash 9.3%, Roguelike 5.8%

RAD is a 3D action rogue-like set in a post-post-apocalyptic world, where humanity has faced armageddon not once, but twice.

Why similar: Roguelite 35.5%, Action Roguelike 34.9%, Action 13.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Difficult 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features a post-apocalyptic setting with mutation-based progression that changes your character's capabilities.

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: Roguelite 19%, Action Roguelike 17%, Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, RPG 11.9%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler with a focus on character customization, loot, and exploration in a fantasy setting.

Plunge into a living nightmare where every roll counts. Chain fluid combat with dice-fueled attacks, stack relics into ferocious synergies, and build unstoppable momentum. Slash through fate, bend chance to your will, and defeat the Black Die in this board-game inspired roguelite dungeon crawler.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.2%, Roguelite 19.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.8%, Hack and Slash 8.3%, Female Protagonist 5.9%

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.7%, RPG 13.6%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Action 11.2%, Action RPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy action game that shares the emotional resonance and atmospheric world-building of Dreamscaper.

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: Action Roguelike 26.5%, Roguelite 21.2%, Dungeon Crawler 14.4%, Action RPG 7.9%, Difficult 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging roguelite with a focus on tactical combat and enemy variety that requires careful positioning.

The Madness of Little Emma is a difficult action platformer with roguelike elements. Featuring over 250 items with insane synergies, varied enemies, and numerous secrets and mysteries to discover.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 50.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.8%, Action 9.8%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Indie 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, challenging action-roguelike with a distinct visual style and fast-paced gameplay.

In this colorful action roguelite, participate in the festivities organized for the pleasure of the warrior god. Equip your best weapons, prove your valor against powerful monsters, and permanently engrave your name in history!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.9%, Roguelite 17.6%, Dungeon Crawler 13.9%, RPG 7.9%, Difficult 5.9%

Escape the department store and uncover the hidden truth in this full 3D roguelike dungeon crawler

Why similar: Action Roguelike 20%, Roguelite 17.9%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%, RPG 8.9%, Hack and Slash 7.8%

Echoes of Mystralia is an action-heavy spellcrafting ARPG roguelite, where rapid combat meets deep customization. Craft your own spells, unlock new combinations, fight epic bosses, and discover a narrative-rich world that never plays the same twice.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.1%, Roguelite 18.8%, Dungeon Crawler 12.6%, Hack and Slash 7.9%, Action RPG 6.9%

Rogue Loops is a roguelite action game where a trapped family battles to escape an endless loop. Combine unique skills and relics to create powerful synergies against the loop’s guardians. As you grow stronger, so does the loop—can you break free from this relentless cycle?

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.8%, Roguelite 21.8%, Dungeon Crawler 12.8%, Hack and Slash 8.6%, Action RPG 7.1%

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.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.2%, Roguelite 22.3%, Dungeon Crawler 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%, Hack and Slash 6%

Navigate maps filled with enemies, destroying all who get in your way! Use a variety of character, artifact, and skill synergies to defeat the dungeon!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 38%, Roguelite 26.2%, Action RPG 10.4%, RPG 7.6%, Action 7.2%

The darkness of the blood moon is here. Rise from the nightmares and take back the dream realm! Use unique weapons, grow your power, and destroy the charming creatures of the dream realm. Develop your skills, unlock pets, and defeat bosses who will challenge your strategy along side your skill.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.6%, Roguelite 18.9%, RPG 14.6%, Action 10.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%

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 30.8%, Roguelite 17.6%, Dungeon Crawler 16.6%, RPG 11.1%, Hack and Slash 6.1%

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

Why similar: Roguelite 28.3%, Dungeon Crawler 19.6%, RPG 12.2%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Roguelike 9.7%

Embark on an epic journey into the anime world of Asteria. Bring your favorite hero along and delve into endlessly different scenarios in this action-packed cooperative roguelike.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.5%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Roguelite 10.5%, Hack and Slash 9.3%, RPG 7.6%

Going Under is a satirical dungeon crawler about exploring the cursed ruins of failed tech startups. As an unpaid intern in the dystopian city of Neo-Cascadia, you’ll wield office junk as weaponry as you make your way through the offbeat procedural dungeons beneath your company campus.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.5%, Roguelite 19.7%, Dungeon Crawler 14.4%, Hack and Slash 8.2%, Female Protagonist 7.3%

Archtower is a mixture of ARPG and Roguelite. Explore the mysterious Tower, build your characters, improve and develop your clan. Use different skills from power crystals to optimize your builds. And try to survive. But don't worry, the game gives you options to keep your life and loot on defeat.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.4%, Roguelite 20%, Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, RPG 9.3%, Roguelike 5.4%

Deflector is a top down action rogue-lite set in a deadly microcosm. Dive deep into hostile worlds teeming with viruses. Strike down increasingly challenging enemies with your weapons and their own deflected projectiles. Live, die, grow stronger and become powerful enough to reach the Source!

Why similar: Roguelite 27.4%, Action Roguelike 25%, Hack and Slash 11%, RPG 10.8%, Difficult 8.8%

Reignbreaker is a high-octane action rogue-like set in a dystopian medievalpunk world. Step into the boots of Clef, a fearless rebel ready to rid the world of the Kingdom’s oppression, take down the Elite and lay siege to the Queen’s grand Bastion. Grab your javelin and become The Reignbreaker!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.4%, Roguelite 20.1%, Dungeon Crawler 13.4%, Action RPG 8.5%, Hack and Slash 8.3%

Garden of Witches is a cute roguelike action game full of danger. Help the protagonist, Sil, as she tries to round up her unruly fellow witches and save the Garden.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.3%, Roguelite 19.5%, Dungeon Crawler 11.9%, Hack and Slash 7.8%, RPG 7.3%

Shape of Dreams delivers fast-paced top-down roguelite action with chaotic projectile-filled battles, fluid combat, and high-stakes co-op. Play solo or with up to three friends as you dodge overwhelming attacks and unleash devastating builds.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.9%, Roguelite 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 13.5%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, RPG 7.1%

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: Action Roguelike 22.5%, Roguelite 19.7%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Hack and Slash 7.7%, RPG 7.2%

A stylish roguelike action RPG set in a dreamworld! Join Lily on a mysterious journey to save her sister trapped in a nightmare. Hunt down endless waves of nightmare creatures, clear stages, and conquer the abyss with powerful skills and beautiful characters!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.7%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Action RPG 11.7%, Female Protagonist 9%, RPG 8.3%

"Dream Echoes" is an atypical top-down RogueLite ARPG centered on loot grinding and meta-progression. Explore the dream world, collect "Concepts", and enjoy highly free combinative combat. Upon waking, gather "Memories" to carry some "Concepts" into your next adventure…

Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.3%, Roguelite 28.8%, RPG 9.2%, Roguelike 7.9%, Action 7.3%

Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.9%, Roguelite 22.9%, Hack and Slash 8.5%, Action RPG 8.3%, Female Protagonist 7.4%

Naxia is a brainchild of old school action-RPGs and modern rogue-lites, which means you get to explore a procedurally generated world and master your guardian’s fighting abilities to help them save Naxia from threats far beyond their wildest expectations.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.3%, Roguelite 19.8%, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, Action RPG 10.3%, Hack and Slash 9.8%

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 25.4%, Roguelite 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 13.2%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, Action RPG 8.9%

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 37.2%, Roguelite 15%, Dungeon Crawler 11.8%, RPG 10.7%, Action 7%

Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.6%, Hack and Slash 20.4%, Action RPG 19.1%, Difficult 17.7%, RPG 16.8%

In Enlightenment, you play in a roguelike action-shooter with a fast-paced challenging journey deep into a underground complex called "the Ark". Players will be tested by large varieties of enemies in a procedurally-generated dungeon, and become stronger by learning from the inevitable deaths.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.4%, Roguelite 20%, Action 9.8%, Indie 6.3%, RPG 6.2%

Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.6%, Roguelite 22.4%, Action 9.8%, Roguelike 6.9%, Indie 6.7%

Vambrace: Cold Soul is a story-driven roguelite set amidst a frozen landscape. Plan expeditions, then journey to the cursed city surface with your party. Wield unique powers, avoid traps, brave strange encounters, and survive deadly combat in this gothic fantasy adventure!

Why similar: Roguelite 21.1%, RPG 20.6%, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Indie 7.6%