- #1 Vaporum
97% matchVery Positive85% of 1,042 reviews2017
Dev: Fatbot Games, s. r. o.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Vaporum is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Stranded in the middle of an ocean, in front of a gigantic tower, the hero has to find out what the place is, what happened there, and most importantly, who he is.
Why similar: CRPG 24.1%, Dungeon Crawler 19%, Tactical RPG 17.7%, Action RPG 12%, RPG 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-themed dungeon-crawler that mirrors the grid-based movement and tactical combat found in classic dungeon-delving experiences.
- #2 Stoneshard
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 33,430 reviews2020
Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 36.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.
Why similar: Roguelike 33.9%, RPG 33.8%, Dungeon Crawler 32.3%
Why You'll Like It: A gritty, turn-based, top-down RPG that perfectly captures the dark, unforgiving atmosphere and exploration focus of the seed game.
- #3 The Fall of the Dungeon Guardians - Enhanced Edition
96% matchVery Positive84% of 670 reviews2015
Dev: Mana Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 36.7% ★, Dungeon Crawler 26.8%, RPG 11%, Exploration 9.1%, Roguelike 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based dungeon-crawler that focuses on tactical combat and exploration within a sprawling, dark fantasy labyrinth.
- #4 Legend of Grimrock
95% matchVery Positive94% of 6,614 reviews2012
Dev: Almost Human Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 65.7%, RPG 24.3%, Adventure 5.7%, Atmospheric 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title is a definitive dungeon-crawler that emphasizes grid-based movement and environmental puzzles in a dark, atmospheric setting.
- #5 Lunacid
94% matchVery Positive91% of 10,657 reviews2023
Dev: KIRA LLC
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 50.3%, Action RPG 15.8%, RPG 13.7%, Atmospheric 10.1%, Stylized 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric dungeon-crawler that draws inspiration from retro classics while providing a modern, immersive exploration experience.
- #6 Dungeon Kingdom: Sign of the Moon
94% matchMixed66% of 163 reviews2015
Dev: Hydro Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dungeon Kingdom: Sign of the Moon is a modern real-time dungeon crawling RPG. Immerse yourself in a fantastic adventure in the lands of Pohe Fakesys and investigate the cause of the returning chaos and darkness.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 62.8%, RPG 27.3%, Adventure 10%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a classic grid-based dungeon-crawling experience with a heavy emphasis on atmosphere and environmental discovery.
- #7 Tangledeep
93% matchVery Positive82% of 1,458 reviews2018
Dev: Impact Gameworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 35.7% ★, Dungeon Crawler 18%, Loot 17.3%, Roguelike 11.9%, Top-Down 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: This top-down roguelike features deep character customization and classic dungeon-crawling mechanics reminiscent of 16-bit era RPGs.
- #8 Astalon: Tears of the Earth
92% matchVery Positive90% of 1,437 reviews2021
Dev: LABS WorksPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!
Why similar: Loot 46.4%, Dungeon Crawler 34.5%, Exploration 12.9%, Adventure 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired dungeon-crawler that excels in exploration, character switching, and uncovering secrets in a dangerous world.
- #9 Dungeon Scavenger
91% matchVery Positive95% of 112 reviews2019
Dev: Vidama Software LLC
Windows
Dungeon Scavenger is a unique turn-based old school dungeon crawler that sets you on a challenging path of exploration. Select a hero to keep the threat of the dungeon and demon realms away from the town's people with an innovative combat system. Can you save the town from the danger below?
Why similar: CRPG 19.9%, Tactical RPG 17.4%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Action RPG 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, turn-based dungeon-crawler that focuses on party management and survival in a dark, unforgiving environment.
- #10 Siege of Dungeon
90% matchVery Positive85% of 299 reviews2023
Dev: Binary Tree StudioPub: FirePillar2
Windows
Siege of Dungeon is a strategic team-based rogue-lite, where you challenge strong, cunning monsters and combine relics and skills to build up your team in turn-based combat. What’s waiting for you deep in the dungeon? Could it be a rare treasure or the beginning of despair...?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.7%, Tactical RPG 31.4%, Roguelike 21.2%, Exploration 10.6%, Adventure 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: This roguelite dungeon-crawler combines tactical decision-making with fantasy exploration to create a compelling, replayable experience.
- #11 Barony
88% matchVery Positive91% of 14,398 reviews2015
Dev: Turning Wheel LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 39.9%, Roguelike 25%, Action RPG 22.8%, RPG 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person roguelike that captures the high-stakes tension and loot-heavy gameplay of traditional dungeon-crawling adventures.
- #12 Emberlight
89% matchVery Positive81% of 58 reviews2019
Dev: Quarter Onion Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Emberlight is a true roguelite dungeon crawler, set in a world where the Gods have given you a great gift - and a great curse. Explore procedurally generated dungeons as a Knight of the Ember Order. Conquer the quests set out before your party, and uncover the lore of the land.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 44.5%, RPG 42.9%, Atmospheric 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite dungeon-crawler where players must balance tactical combat with the constant threat of corruption in a dark fantasy world.
- #13 Tales of Maj'Eyal
86% matchVery Positive95% of 7,237 reviews2013
Dev: Netcore Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tales of Maj’Eyal is a roguelike RPG, featuring tactical turn-based combat and advanced character building. Play as one of many unique races and classes in the lore-filled world of Eyal, exploring random dungeons, facing challenging battles, and developing characters with your own tailored mix of abilities and powers.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 38.8%, Roguelike 27.2%, Loot 13.3%, RPG 12.4%, Top-Down 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, tactical, top-down roguelike that offers immense character build variety and challenging dungeon exploration.
- #14 UnderMine
84% 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: Dungeon Crawler 52.5%, RPG 16.6%, Top-Down 16.2%, Roguelike 7.7%, Adventure 7%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-roguelike that emphasizes loot collection and dungeon progression with a polished, accessible feel.
- #15 Town of Night
87% matchMixed50% of 165 reviews2016
Dev: Delusional GamesPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 99%
Town of Night is a RPG-First-person dungeon crawler hybrid. Visit the town that sits atop a series of vast and dangerous dungeons. Explore, battle, loot and survive!
Why similar: RPG 80.9%, Adventure 19.1%
Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG that leans into the dungeon-crawler aesthetic with a dark, anime-inspired visual style.
- #16 Subterrain: Mines of Titan
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 714 reviews2024
Dev: Pixellore IncPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Awaken from an abandoned stasis pod and discover a doomed mining camp on Titan in an uncompromising turn-based survival RPG. Survive the evolving horrors that lurk below and craft equipment, research new gear, fight against overwhelming odds, or even discover your true fate.
Why similar: Dark 19.2%, Futuristic 17%, RPG 15.1%, Top-Down 14.4%, Exploration 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused RPG that blends exploration and turn-based combat in a dark, sci-fi dungeon setting.
- #17 DarkEnd
86% matchMixed52% of 355 reviews2014
Dev: Kodots Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Conquer the ever changing dungeons of DarkEnd and save the fall of humanity! Choose your heroes and venture into a world filled with numerous treasures, mysterious secrets and discover a haunting past in this 10+ hours of retro 2D Dungeon-Crawling!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 52.8%, RPG 47.2%
Why You'll Like It: An indie dungeon-crawler that utilizes a classic RPG aesthetic to deliver a focused, atmospheric experience.
- #18 Dungeons & Darkness
85% matchMixed69% of 121 reviews2016
Dev: Yamiuchi ProjectPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Explore various dungeons, making use of various weapons and magic! Challenge the most deadly locations, make your name as an adventurer! Clear the corridors of monsters, collecting tools and weapons as you go. Watch out for booby traps!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.6%, RPG 23.4%, Magic 15.1%, Action RPG 12.6%, Dark 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, indie dungeon-crawler that focuses on magic-based combat and exploration.
- #19 Vaporum: Lockdown
83% matchVery Positive85% of 305 reviews2020
Dev: Fatbot Games, s. r. o.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Vaporum: Lockdown, a prequel to Vaporum, is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Follow the story of Ellie Teller, a scientist struggling to survive disastrous events that happened in the tower of Arx Vaporum.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37.5%, RPG 18%, Tactical RPG 12.3%, CRPG 12.2%, Adventure 9%
Why You'll Like It: A prequel to Vaporum that continues the series' tradition of high-quality, grid-based dungeon-crawling and environmental storytelling.
- #20 Crescent Tower
81% matchVery Positive91% of 204 reviews2025
Dev: Curry CroquettePub: AMATA Games
Windows
Aspire to reach the top of Crescent Tower that appears just once every 50 years! An authentic 8-bit style dungeon crawler RPG with a retro level of difficulty, where you repeatedly explore, level up, and traverse dungeons!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 40.3%, RPG 26.2%, Top-Down 20.3%, Adventure 13.2%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D dungeon-crawler that focuses on party-based combat and exploration within a mysterious, vertical tower.
- #21 Last Night of Winter
82% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
Wake up and walk, Warden! Because the siege continues. We must find the Heir... And finally put an end to this cursed night.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.9%, Action RPG 20.5%, Exploration 12.6%, RPG 11.2%, Magic 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A souls-like action-adventure that features challenging exploration and a dark, atmospheric world.
- #22 Dungeons of Dredmor
82% matchVery Positive94% of 5,389 reviews2011
Dev: Gaslamp Games, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Test your luck and cunning in this exciting RPG as you craft, cast, and pillage your way through Lord Dredmor's Dungeons.
Why similar: Roguelike 47.6%, Dungeon Crawler 34.2%, RPG 14.9%, Top-Down 2.6%, Adventure 0.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic, humorous, yet deeply tactical top-down roguelike that focuses on dungeon exploration and complex character builds.
- #23 Dawn of the Ashen Queen
81% matchVery Positive83% of 59 reviews2024
Dev: Shattered Moon Games
Windows
Dawn of the Ashen Queen is a classic grid-based dungeon crawler. Set out with your party to reveal the legacy of a millennia old curse in a narrative-rich experience. Explore the colorful world of Eshavon, unearth its many secrets and fight dangerous foes sent out to stop you in your mission.
Why similar: CRPG 33.8%, Dungeon Crawler 26.9%, Exploration 10.2%, RPG 10.1%, Magic 8%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich, grid-based dungeon-crawler that emphasizes exploration and tactical combat.
- #24 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 260,033 reviews2025
Dev: Sandfall InteractivePub: Kepler Interactive
Windows
Median: 32.0 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Why similar: RPG 29%, Action RPG 27.8%, Exploration 22.9%, Adventure 11.9%, 3D 8.4%
- #25 Earth's Shadow
80% matchVery Positive91% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: WRF Studios
Windows
Earth's Shadow is a third person action Sci-Fi dungeon crawler set in the year 3081 on planet Sumbra; a remote alien planet where legends of valuable relics surround this black world, calling to the greedy and brave explorers seeking a bright future... but end up uncovering an even darker past.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.2%, Action RPG 21.6%, RPG 14.2%, Dark 12.5%, Futuristic 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that incorporates dungeon-crawling elements with a focus on fast-paced combat and loot.
- #26 Titans of the Past
78% matchVery Positive86% of 101 reviews2025
Dev: Devil's Dozen Games
Windows
A deep party-based RPG. Crawl dungeons. Battle monsters with your weapons, spells, abilities. Utilize the 'time flows as you move' system to make decisions. Loot, level up, craft, develop your town. Unlock new classes and races, spells, items - to make a party able survive the hardest challenges.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29%, Loot 26.3%, Roguelike 19.5%, Action RPG 15.7%, RPG 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person roguelite that uses procedural generation to create unique, challenging dungeon runs.
- #27 Disillusion
78% matchVery Positive94% of 907 reviews2021
Dev: Disillusion Dev
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
A mysterious muse calls upon you to investigate a Large tower in an oneiric land.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 48.9%, RPG 26.2%, Adventure 16.7%, 3D 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: An experimental, top-down dungeon-crawler that offers a unique, psychedelic take on the genre.
- #28 Demon Lord Reincarnation
79% matchMixed69% of 118 reviews2023
Dev: Graverobber Foundation
Windows · Linux
Assemble a party, explore the dungeon, fight your way through hordes of monsters, and defeat the Demon Lord in this brutal dungeon crawler. Are you up to the challenge?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 41.7%, RPG 18.3%, Exploration 14.6%, Stylized 12.6%, 3D 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based, turn-based dungeon-crawler that provides a deep, classic RPG experience.
- #29 Entity Researchers: Prologue
79% matchVery Positive84% of 77 reviews2022
Dev: Newbuild-CPub: G-DEVS.com
Windows · Linux
You just got hired by EIRI; researching and battling the Visitors, a dark sci-fi RPG with themes of exploration and survival.
Why similar: CRPG 28.3%, Dungeon Crawler 20.9%, Loot 16.6%, Roguelike 13.5%, Exploration 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A CRPG that offers a gritty, dungeon-crawling experience with roguelite elements and high stakes.
- #30 Veritus
77% matchVery Positive83% of 141 reviews2024
Dev: Colorgrave
Windows
Unshroud secrets hidden deep within the dark chambers of the god of shadow’s castle. Persevere through monsters and mysteries lurking in every corner. Prepare to leave camp and journey into the castle’s lonely halls by collecting resources and equipment to make it out alive.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.1%, Action RPG 23.2%, Exploration 15.5%, RPG 12%, Atmospheric 8.5%
- #31 Witch of Eclipse
76% matchVery Positive90% of 231 reviews2025
Dev: ONEONE1Pub: Kagura Games
Windows
Travel the world as a witch and help the people by defeating threats, going to dungeons in search of materials, and granting other special favors.
Why similar: RPG 65.5%, Adventure 34.5%
- #32 Umbra: The Last Summoner
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: EpiRPG
Windows
As the sole Summoner, save Umbra from a demon invasion by summoning 60 unique heroes. Engage in strategic, turn-based battles against 150+ monsters, explore 15 vast areas, and conquer challenging quests and colossal bosses. Your epic RPG journey awaits!
Why similar: Dark 26.4%, RPG 16.2%, Magic 14.6%, Atmospheric 14.5%, Exploration 12.1%
- #33 Lunacid - Tears of the Moon
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 773 reviews2025
Dev: KIRA LLC
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Lunacid: Tears of the Moon is a First Person Dungeon Crawler made with the Sword of Moonlight - King’s Field making tool from 2000. Explore various dungeons for powerful weapons and spells to forestall the previsioned end of the world.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 42.8%, Action RPG 22.8%, RPG 13.8%, Magic 8.9%, Atmospheric 5.8%
- #34 The End of the Sun
72% matchVery Positive98% of 257 reviews2025
Dev: The End of the Sun TeamPub: The End of the Sun Forge
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are the Ashter – a Slavic fire mage and tracker of mythical beings. Following a legendary creature, you reach a village caught in a time rift. Embark on a magical investigation – travel through time, explore the ancient land, and bond with fire to shape villagers’ fate and uncover the mystery.
Why similar: Magic 27.9%, Exploration 27.8%, Atmospheric 23.1%, Adventure 12.5%, 3D 8.6%
- #35 Lunar Axe
74% matchVery Positive89% of 146 reviews2022
Dev: Ops Game Studio
Windows · Linux
After a big earthquake in the city, ruins of an old building collapse and you end up trapped inside an abandoned house. Find a way out and unravel the mystery of inexplicable tremors, revealing ancient secrets and a mystical artifact, before the city is destroyed.
Why similar: Dark 37.2%, Atmospheric 35.5%, Adventure 27.3%
- #36 Starcom: Nexus
73% matchVery Positive91% of 2,274 reviews2019
Dev: Wx3 Labs, LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Suddenly thrown into an unknown galaxy, you must explore, fight or befriend aliens and transform your ship from a small survey vessel into a powerful battlecruiser to unravel the mystery of the forces that brought you here and find your way home.
Why similar: RPG 20.6%, Exploration 19.2%, Sci-fi 18.2%, Top-Down 17.5%, Action RPG 14.3%
- #37 NeverEnd
77% matchMixed50% of 129 reviews2017
Dev: DuckPub: Sometimes You
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
NeverEnd is a Rogue-Like Dungeon crawler, where you, a simple adventurer suddenly wakes up in another dimension. Inside of this dimension there is no sun and the whole world is caved in. Enemies swarm you from left and right and you need to learn how to defend yourself.
Why similar: Adventure 100%
- #38 勇者传承
71% matchVery Positive84% of 62 reviews2026
Dev: Bee Studio
Windows
这是一个被魔物侵蚀的黑暗时代,七大陆濒临崩溃。而你——一位来自偏远村落的普通人——意外接到了英雄召集令。自此,你踏上了一场穿越七块大陆的壮阔冒险,寻找散落各地的七大神器:窥视之眼、逆流护腕、生命之种、誓约圣剑、虚化之盾、远古法典、折越魔镜。只有集齐它们,才能驱散黑暗,拯救苍生。
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 23.8% ★, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Tactical RPG 13%, RPG 11.2%, Action RPG 10.9%
- #39 1428: Shadows over Silesia
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 268 reviews2022
Dev: KUBI Games
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Medieval Europe is in the middle of religious upheaval and many a preacher predict the imminent end of the world. Immerse yourself in a dark fantasy story with true historical events in the background. You'll be facing intricate puzzles, challenging battles and cunning stealth.
Why similar: CRPG 36.7%, Top-Down 23.4%, RPG 15.5%, Stylized 15.1%, Adventure 9.3%
- #40 Void Memory
75% matchMixed67% of 230 reviews2017
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?
Why similar: RPG 41.2%, Adventure 21.3%, Dark 16%, Exploration 10.8%, Atmospheric 10.7%
- #41 Svarog's Dream
69% matchVery Positive90% of 802 reviews2023
Dev: VI Game Forge
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Awaken as a soul from the Underworld. Discover who you are and explore an ever-changing open world full of mystery. Battle beasts and gods, or forge alliances with them. Die and be reborn in this adventure.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.4%, Loot 22.8%, RPG 17.5%, Exploration 15.6%, Atmospheric 12.5%
- #42 Northern Lights
74% matchMixed48% of 60 reviews2019
Dev: DimleTeam
Windows
While the Great Stargazer is deeply sleeping, the Celestial Guardians protect the equilibrium of the forgotten world…
Why similar: Dark 32.8%, Adventure 20.4%, Atmospheric 18.6%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Exploration 10.6%
- #43 Back To Ashes
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 142 reviews2023
Dev: InDID
Windows
Explore alternative realities while trying to save Your own from approaching annihilation. Dark fantasy rpg action game which will take You on a journey deep into the realms of Errent.
Why similar: RPG 64.5%, Adventure 35.5%
- #44 Tiny Breakers Camp
70% matchVery Positive81% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: JuTek Pixel
Windows
It is time for true heroes to stop an evil invasion that is spreading across our land. Face enemies from the deepest caves and dungeons in an engaging brick-breaker style of fight. Bring peace and justice to your homeland yet again.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 57.1% ★, Top-Down 18.8%, Magic 11.5%, RPG 7.8%, Adventure 4.8%
- #45 The wild darkness
68% matchVery Positive81% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: popeyed inc
Windows
Explore a survival-roguelike RPG set in an unknown and bizarre world. To withstand its many dangers, you'll need to gain new knowledge, scavenge for food, and acquire useful items. Craft, build, and learn your way through a crucial adventure to uncover the world's secrets.
Why similar: Roguelike 23.1%, Dungeon Crawler 22.1%, CRPG 16%, RPG 12.9%, Adventure 9.6%
- #46 Malignant Survivors
70% matchMixed63% of 308 reviews2024
Dev: Eren Aydin
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
3D rogue-like action game in a dark fantasy theme. Blow up thousands of malignants and find quality loot to improve your heroes for harder challenges.
Why similar: Action RPG 21.5%, Top-Down 16.6%, RPG 13.4%, Magic 12.2%, Dark 10.1%
- #47 Crypt- The Black Tower
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 146 reviews2018
Dev: Endless Void Studios
Windows
Crypt is a 3rd person click to move adventure based RPG that takes you deep into the ancient and forgotten places of a long dead world. rise as an un-dead skeleton and begin your war path of magical carnage.
Why similar: RPG 63.5%, Adventure 36.5%
- #48 Nox Archaist
70% matchVery Positive86% of 57 reviews2021
Dev: 6502 Workshop
Windows · Mac
An 8-bit RPG modeled after the iconic games of the 1980s. You control a party of adventurers who travel the Realm, talk to NPCs in towns and castles, explore dungeons, and fight monsters as you seek to save the world from a terrible danger.
Why similar: CRPG 49.6%, RPG 17.1%, Top-Down 14.8%, Magic 9.7%, Adventure 8.8%
- #49 Ekorella Vol 1
67% matchVery Positive100% of 59 reviews2025
Dev: Rockmaker TeamPub: ZNT Productions
Windows
A turn-based RPG set in a fantastic society of plants and animals. Fight against monsters and visit exotic places that have their unique culture and history. Beware of what lurks in the darkness...
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.2%, Top-Down 17.7%, RPG 15.6%, Sci-fi 13%, Exploration 11.1%
- #50 Avencast: Rise of the Mage
71% matchMixed69% of 714 reviews2010
Dev: ClockStone
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Play Avencast, the epic roguelike action-RPG with tons of combat moves, spells, and equipment. Fight against evil forces to save your academy and vanquish the darkness. As you progress, learn powerful spells and combos to increase your chances of victory.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.2%, Action RPG 18.8%, Roguelike 15.4%, Top-Down 11.4%, RPG 9.5%
- #51 Dungeons of Blood and Dream
64% matchVery Positive94% of 1,083 reviews2024
Dev: Lori Vornoy
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 32%, Roguelike 21.3%, Dark 14.6%, RPG 12.1%, Atmospheric 8.5%
- #52 Summoner's Mess
68% matchVery Positive98% of 84 reviews2021
Dev: Elendow
Windows · Linux
You've made a mistake trying to summon a beast from the depths. Explore a huge manor to solve your mess. Can you find the sacred grimoires before being consumed by the darkness?
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 32.4% ★, Exploration 19.8%, Atmospheric 18.2%, Dark 13.3%, Top-Down 9.3%
- #53 Elmarion: the Lost Temple
67% matchMixed70% of 104 reviews2024
Dev: Fleon Games
Windows
“Elmarion: the Lost Temple” is a first-person party RPG. The player plays in a squad of 4 adventurers, choosing from 8 different classes. During the game, the squad explores the dungeons, clears them of monsters, and solves puzzles. Purpose of the game: to get an ancient powerful artifact.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 29.9% ★, Dungeon Crawler 20.3%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Action RPG 12.2%, RPG 9.1%
- #54 Dark Treasury
69% matchMixed65% of 54 reviews2021
Dev: Astralis Games
Windows
The world is in danger! Someone opened a portal to the other world, from which an unknown evil escaped. You are a nameless warrior, and your task is to set off on a journey full of dangers to destroy the evil that breaks free. But will you succeed?
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 42.2% ★, Dungeon Crawler 29.6%, RPG 12.6%, Stylized 7.9%, Adventure 7.7%
- #55 The Consuming Shadow
68% matchVery Positive95% of 419 reviews2015
Dev: Ben 'Yahtzee' Croshaw
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The Consuming Shadow is a procedural survival horror adventure in which you must explore the land, fight your way through randomly-generated dungeons and try to stay sane in your quest to save the world from the invading Ancients.
Why similar: Dark 35.8%, Adventure 33.8%, Atmospheric 30.4%
- #56 Scarmonde
65% matchVery Positive99% of 209 reviews2024
Dev: Ephiam
Windows
8-Bit Styled dungeon-crawler wherein you assemble a party from 12 Classes to brave The Depths in search of the Dragon God's Sacred Treasures!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.2%, Loot 27.7%, RPG 16.1%, Exploration 13%, Adventure 9%
- #57 Archaelund
65% matchVery Positive84% of 389 reviews2024
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows
Explore a vast open world and crawl through dungeons in first person, then fight tactical turn-based battles from a top-down perspective. Guide your adventuring party through Archaelund, mankind's last frontier, and uncover its many secrets.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.2%, CRPG 26.1%, RPG 14.1%, Action RPG 14.1%, Adventure 7.3%
- #58 Prodigal
65% matchVery Positive92% of 567 reviews2020
Dev: Colorgrave
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Journey through a vibrant world fighting vicious monsters, exploring puzzling dungeons, and collecting magical artifacts. Unravel the mysteries of Vann's Point and bond with all of its curious townsfolk!
Why similar: Loot 22.8%, Dungeon Crawler 21.1%, Action RPG 15.2%, Top-Down 12.9%, RPG 8.3%