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

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Elsie is a technicolour, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action-platformer filled with procedurally generated levels, an army of robots to blast through, and a wide scope of items & weaponry to make each run unique. Master countless magitek weapons and abilities in order to embrace the chaos.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 79% — of 67 reviews
Released: 2024-09-10
Developer: Knight Shift Games
Publisher: Playtonic Friends
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Linux

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  1. #1 30XX
    97% matchVery Positive91% of 2,738 reviews2023
    Dev: Batterystaple Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.

    Why similar: Perma Death 13.8%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Action Roguelike 11.4%, Robots 10.8%, Roguelite 9.9%

  2. #2 Orbital Bullet – The 360° Rogue-lite
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 780 reviews2022
    Dev: SmokeStabPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements, where all actions take place in a circular pattern. Fight your way through a variety of procedural planets and use body modifications, crafting and heavy weaponry. Kill. Die. Modify.

    Why similar: Platformer 19.1%, Perma Death 12.6%, Action Roguelike 12%, Roguelike 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.7%

  3. #3 Neon Abyss
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 23,504 reviews2020
    Dev: Veewo GamesPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelite action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset.

    Why similar: Procedural Generation 16.1%, Roguelike 14.6%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Action Roguelike 11.5%, Platformer 11.4%

  4. #4 Pogo Rogue
    95% matchVery Positive92% of 208 reviews2024
    Dev: Bounce Back Games
    Windows

    Bounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge?

    Why similar: Procedural Generation 12.1%, Action Roguelike 10.9%, Roguelike 9.8%, Side Scroller 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.7%

  5. #5 Jetboard Joust
    94% matchVery Positive82% of 99 reviews2020
    Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 28%

    Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!

    Why similar: Perma Death 13.7%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Action Roguelike 10.1%, Roguelite 10%

  6. #6 Oblivion Override
    93% matchVery Positive91% of 1,986 reviews2024
    Dev: Humble MillPub: XD
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...

    Why similar: Robots 18.9%, Perma Death 17%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelite 11.3%

  7. #7 Hell is Other Demons
    94% matchVery Positive93% of 337 reviews2019
    Dev: Cuddle Monster Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Hell is Other Demons is an action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights, and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.3%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Roguelite 10.5%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Roguelike 10%

  8. #8 Gunlocked 2
    91% matchVery Positive88% of 64 reviews2025
    Dev: FromLefcourt
    Windows

    Movement is your weapon. A sci-fi action roguelike and shmup combined, in Gunlocked 2 you'll pilot and upgrade a state-of-the-art warship against endless waves of deadly aliens. Deep customization, branching paths, and tons of unlockables offer endless replayability!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 15.4%, Bullet Hell 15%, Roguelite 14%, Robots 12.6%, Roguelike 12.6%

  9. #9 REPLIKATOR
    92% matchVery Positive87% of 126 reviews2022
    Dev: R_Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    In this twin stick roguelite shooter, you play as one of the galactic mercenaries, explore a mysterious scientific complex and uncover the secret of the REPLIKATOR project.

    Why similar: Robots 13.6%, Bullet Hell 13%, Procedural Generation 11.8%, Perma Death 11.6%, Action Roguelike 11%

  10. #10 Rising Hell
    91% matchVery Positive89% of 314 reviews2021
    Dev: Tahoe GamesPub: Toge Productions
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Rising Hell is a vertical platformer rogue-lite filled with adrenaline-pumping action and tons of heavy gothic metal shreds. Climb out from the ever-changing hell while you fight hordes of blood-lusting demons.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 14.2%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Roguelite 12.6%, Procedural Generation 11.7%, Difficult 9.8%

  11. #11 Rogue Worlds
    89% matchVery Positive97% of 63 reviews2025
    Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
    Windows · Linux

    Rogue Worlds is a chaotic tactical roguelite platformer where you wield the environment and creative abilities to overcome challenges. Outwit powerful guardians and blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 12.6%, Roguelike 11%, Procedural Generation 10.1%, Roguelite 9.4%, Platformer 9.1%

  12. #12 Operation STEEL
    90% matchVery Positive93% of 85 reviews2022
    Dev: Undermog Games
    Windows · Linux

    Operation STEEL is a roguelike shoot-em-up rendered in hand-drawn art. Blow up loads of enemies, destroy huge bosses, find weapons, and upgrade your load-out between levels. Combat the electronic legion across 20+ procedurally generated levels!

    Why similar: Perma Death 16.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Action Roguelike 14.7%, Procedural Generation 13.3%, Roguelike 10.8%

  13. #13 Robot Resistors
    89% matchMostly Positive78% of 50 reviews2023
    Dev: Crablacksmith Studios
    Windows

    Robot Resistors is an irreverent robot-themed auto-shooter with a 16-bit style. Each of the over 100 enemies you face is distinct, with unique abilities and hand-pixeled animations. A huge roster of playable characters, tons of weapons, and five wildly different procedurally generated stages await!

    Why similar: Robots 19.7%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Procedural Generation 13.9%, Roguelite 13.4%

  14. #14 Foregone
    88% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 26.5%, Platformer 17.6%, Difficult 15.5%, Roguelike 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%

  15. #15 Battle Shapers
    86% matchVery Positive82% of 1,056 reviews2024
    Dev: Metric Empire
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Battle Shapers is an action-packed, sci-fi FPS roguelite in which you shoot and smash your way through swarms of corrupt robots. Wield powerful weapons, abilities, and game-changing new powers stolen from ruthless Overlords.

    Why similar: Robots 23.4%, Action Roguelike 20.1%, Perma Death 18.9%, Roguelite 18.5%, Roguelike 14.8%

  16. #16 ScourgeBringer
    87% matchVery Positive86% of 3,193 reviews2020
    Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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 18.4%, Action Roguelike 15%, Roguelike 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Bullet Hell 9%

  17. #17 Swarm Grinder
    86% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,171 reviews2024
    Dev: Last Bite GamesPub: Null State Protocol
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    An action roguelite game with alien swarms and mechs. Battle enemies to make your way through a mass of spreading and evolving cells hosting dormant enemies. Collect a variety of game-changing skills and upgrades to create unique builds.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.5%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Roguelite 14.8%, Procedural Generation 14.3%, Roguelike 13.6%

  18. #18 Star of Providence
    85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,276 reviews2017
    Dev: Team D-13
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Star of Providence is a top down action shooter with procedurally generated elements. Explore a large, abandoned facility in search of incredible power, fighting dangerous foes and gaining new weapons and upgrades as you progress.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17%, Roguelite 14.1%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Perma Death 9.9%, Procedural Generation 9.8%

  19. #19 Voidigo
    83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,722 reviews2023
    Dev: semiwork
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.7%, Action Roguelike 18.2%, Roguelite 14.6%, Roguelike 13.9%, Difficult 11.3%

  20. #20 20XX
    84% matchVery Positive91% of 4,516 reviews2017
    Dev: Batterystaple Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    20XX is a roguelike action platformer that you can play with a friend. Jump and shoot your way through ever-changing levels, collect awesome new powers, and battle mighty bosses in the name of saving the human race maybe!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.8%, Platformer 16%, Roguelite 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Side Scroller 10%

  21. #21 Critadel
    84% matchMostly Positive79% of 232 reviews2021
    Dev: Pixelian StudioPub: Nicalis, Inc.
    Windows

    Critadel is a futuristic platform/shooter/roguelike with three playable characters, hundreds of branching paths and over 100,000 unique weapon configurations!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelite 16%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Procedural Generation 12%, Roguelike 11.3%

  22. #22 BlazBlue Entropy Effect
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 34,781 reviews2024
    Dev: 91Act
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.5%, Procedural Generation 19.4%, Platformer 16.1%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%

  23. #23 Bleed 2
    82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 895 reviews2017
    Dev: Ian Campbell
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.8%, Platformer 16.1%, Procedural Generation 14.5%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Action 10.9%

  24. #24 Hyperspace Dogfights
    82% matchVery Positive90% of 139 reviews2018
    Dev: Sleeper Games
    Windows · Linux

    Hyperspace Dogfights is a juicy jet-combat roguelite in which you blast, dodge and slice your way through masses of technologically inferior baddies. Your jet evolves differently on each run and becomes stronger and weirder by gathering some of the 300+ available items.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Roguelite 17.3%, Difficult 12.7%, Roguelike 11.8%, Procedural Generation 10.8%

  25. #25 PROJECT TACHYON
    80% matchVery Positive86% of 145 reviews2025
    Dev: STUDIO N9Pub: HIKE Inc.
    Windows

    An exhilarating run-and-gun action shooting game based on a Roguelite! Travel through time with Sigma to thwart the uprising of artificial intelligence and fight for the future!

    Why similar: Robots 13.2%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Action Roguelike 11.7%, Futuristic 10.8%, Roguelike 10.1%

  26. #26 Witchinour
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2017
    Dev: mahojigoku
    Windows

    Witchinour is a roguelite twin stick shooter focused on fast, 60fps action and constantly increasing difficulty. You play as an explorer who comes across a dungeon that an apprentice witch named Nour found herself lost in years ago on a full moon...

    Why similar: Perma Death 18.3%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Procedural Generation 13.4%, Roguelite 13.1%

  27. #27 Brainmelter Deluxe
    81% matchPositive98% of 52 reviews2019
    Dev: Cosmocat
    Windows

    Melt your brain with this twisted take on the platform genre!

    Why similar: Perma Death 19.9%, Side Scroller 17.7%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Procedural Generation 12.2%, Difficult 11.4%

  28. #28 Dizzy Rogues
    79% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2023
    Dev: kumakare
    Windows

    Dizzy Rogues is an auto-runner roguelike with "turn" based combat. Bounce your weapon off enemies and objects, rack up your combo, and purchase unique items.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.3%, Side Scroller 15%, Roguelike 12.5%, Perma Death 12.3%, Roguelite 12%

  29. #29 Schism
    76% matchVery Positive97% of 152 reviews2025
    Dev: FamiPub: 2 Left Thumbs
    Windows

    Schism is a challenging action roguelike RPG with deep synergies and high broken build potential. The combination of robust stat systems, fully moddable guns, deity worship, intense frequency-switching bullet hell combat, and difficult bosses make for a unique and highly replayable experience.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.3%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Perma Death 15.4%, Procedural Generation 12.8%, Roguelike 12.5%

  30. #30 Aura of Worlds
    75% matchVery Positive92% of 136 reviews2024
    Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Aura of Worlds is a chaotic, creative tactics rogue-lite platformer. Explore multiple dangerous worlds where you utilize creative abilities & wield the environment to your advantage. Blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths & outwit powerful guardians!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 13.6%, Roguelike 12%, Procedural Generation 11.3%, Roguelite 10.3%, Action Roguelike 9.9%

  31. #31 Rogue Glitch Ultra
    76% matchVery Positive92% of 1,595 reviews2021
    Dev: Rarebyte
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    A roguelite action platformer in a vibrant glitch-ridden world. Amass a huge arsenal from over 150 weapon options and face hordes of enemies and tough boss fights. Jump into multiplayer (up to 4 player co-op online or local) to collect, unlock, and upgrade for endless replayability.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.7%, Roguelite 17.2%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Roguelike 13.8%, Platformer 13.4%

  32. #32 PositronX
    78% matchMostly Positive76% of 82 reviews2020
    Dev: Scorpius Games
    Windows

    PositronX is a futuristic rogue-lite fps featuring fast-paced combat, creative movement, time control mechanics and breathtaking visuals, each playthrough giving you a unique experience.

    Why similar: Perma Death 20.5%, Robots 18%, Roguelite 14.9%, Futuristic 12.9%, Action Roguelike 11.7%

  33. #33 Slimekeep
    73% matchVery Positive91% of 135 reviews2025
    Dev: BenBonk
    Windows · Mac

    In a world becoming corrupted by the evil Slime King, KILL or CAPTURE various slimes to grow stronger and save Slimetopia! Venture through procedurally generated levels in this fast-paced roguelike, if you're tough enough to not get slimed...

    Why similar: Perma Death 16.6%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Bullet Hell 12%, Procedural Generation 10.9%, Roguelike 10.5%

  34. #34 The Rogue Prince of Persia
    72% matchVery Positive90% of 2,517 reviews2025
    Dev: Evil EmpirePub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    In this challenging, fast-paced roguelite, every death is a unique chance to rewrite fate, save Persia or die trying. Master fluid, acrobatic combat and parkour as you explore your kingdom to right your wrongs!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.5%, Roguelite 23.2%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Roguelike 15.7%, Platformer 14.1%

  35. #35 99 Levels To Hell
    78% 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: Roguelite 14.9%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Action Roguelike 14.7%, Perma Death 13.2%, 2D Platformer 11%

  36. #36 Rogue Stormers
    77% matchMixed69% of 987 reviews2016
    Dev: Black Forest GamesPub: HandyGames
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    An action packed platform shooter mashed-up with roguelike and RPG elements, crazy 3D graphics and co-op multiplayer for one to 4 players.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19.9%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Roguelite 15.9%, Robots 15.4%, Roguelike 12.8%

  37. #37 Metal Bringer
    72% matchVery Positive88% of 1,110 reviews2025
    Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.8%, Robots 31.8%, Roguelite 27.5%, Action 5.8%, Singleplayer 1%

  38. #38 Laser Disco Defenders
    77% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2016
    Dev: Out Of BoundsPub: Excalibur Publishing
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    A self-inflicted bullet hell that combines retro sci-fi with the sounds and sights of the disco era

    Why similar: Robots 28.3%, Procedural Generation 20.4%, Bullet Hell 20%, Roguelite 11.9%, Roguelike 11%

  39. #39 Fallback
    74% matchVery Positive86% of 396 reviews2019
    Dev: Endroad
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Lead the rebellion in an epic rogue-like adventure. Guide your jet-pack equipped post-apocalyptic volunteers through a labyrinthine underground complex by jumping, dodging, and battling against robot minions (and masters) to get to the surface — and bring life back to the scorched Earth.

    Why similar: Perma Death 17.2%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 11%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Robots 10.7%

  40. #40 RAM: Random Access Mayhem
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 613 reviews2025
    Dev: Xylem Studios
    Windows · Mac

    The roguelike where you play as the enemies. Take control of your foes, turn them against each other in fast-paced combat, and leap to a new host before your current body breaks down.

    Why similar: Robots 16.8%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Roguelite 12.9%, Difficult 11.3%

  41. #41 Spell Disk
    71% matchVery Positive89% of 957 reviews2024
    Dev: Sunpeak Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.6%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Perma Death 14.7%, Roguelite 14.2%, Roguelike 12%

  42. #42 Trinity Fusion
    71% matchVery Positive86% of 859 reviews2023
    Dev: Angry Mob Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    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 23.1%, Roguelite 20.5%, Futuristic 19.3%, Roguelike 17.4%, Platformer 15%

  43. #43 Gunbot Diplomacy
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 241 reviews2025
    Dev: Sleepy SentryPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Splatter slimes, massacre mutants, and assemble your perfect Gunbot! Survive hordes of enemies in this top-down shooter roguelite by customizing your weapons on the unique upgrade grid, and pick from a wide variety of build-defining modules and wacky base bots for a new experience every run.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.2%, Robots 21.6%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Roguelike 15.7%, Roguelite 14.8%

  44. #44 Gunslugs
    75% matchMostly Positive75% of 129 reviews2015
    Dev: Orangepixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 18.9%, Platformer 16.8%, Retro 15.2%, Roguelite 14%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%

  45. #45 Ether Loop
    74% matchMostly Positive70% of 314 reviews2020
    Dev: Moon Lens
    Windows

    Ether Loop is a hardcore fast-paced bullet hell with roguelike elements. Descend the unforgiving depths of a mysterious world, encounter challenges, discover dynamic environments and fight ruthless creatures while unveiling the secrets of Ether Loop.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.1%, Perma Death 18.9%, Roguelite 18.1%, Action 10.2%, Roguelike 9.5%

  46. #46 Gravity Circuit
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 3,462 reviews2023
    Dev: Domesticated Ant GamesPub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.

    Why similar: Robots 24.1%, Platformer 16.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11%

  47. #47 Armechgeddon
    70% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2024
    Dev: MothCat
    Windows

    Armechgeddon is a chaotic action rogue-lite with a minimalist control scheme. Pick the right mech and pilot for the job, and lay waste to hundreds of enemies with your custom arsenal.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29%, Action Roguelike 27.5%, Roguelite 24.5%, Robots 13.7%, Action 4.3%

  48. #48 Noobs Want to Live
    68% matchVery Positive89% of 4,944 reviews2023
    Dev: 元气弹工作室(GD Studio)Pub: Lightning Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Noobs Want to Live is a fast-paced roguelike featuring several characters and a large pool of skills to choose from (that synergize with one another, too!) Fight, kill, grow. Each run is a new chance to create a steamrolling build!

    Why similar: Perma Death 16.9%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelite 12.2%, Procedural Generation 11.8%

  49. #49 The Madness of Little Emma
    73% matchMostly Positive80% of 144 reviews2015
    Dev: Bartosz Bojarowski
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    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 43.7%, Platformer 17.1%, Roguelike 15.4%, Difficult 12.6%, Action 8.1%

  50. #50 Gunlocked
    69% matchVery Positive87% of 502 reviews2022
    Dev: FromLefcourt
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Action Roguelike 19.8%, Roguelite 16.6%, Futuristic 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

  51. #51 Danger Scavenger
    70% matchMostly Positive73% of 500 reviews2021
    Dev: Piotr WolkPub: Star Drifters
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Danger Scavenger is fast-paced action, cyberpunk-themed, roguelite skyline crawler. Blow up, cut, shoot enemy robots on the roofs of skyscrapers. Choose your way to higher levels, loot, buy stuff, upgrade yourself, fight against greedy corporations, be a rebel!

    Why similar: Perma Death 19.9%, Robots 16.3%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Roguelite 13.7%

  52. #52 Void Resurgence
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 62 reviews2025
    Dev: Puza Games
    Windows · Mac

    Command a starship in Void Resurgence, a retro-futuristic space roguelite. Battle through colorful cosmic fields, collect upgrades, and build your ultimate ship. Dodge intense bullet-hell patterns and fight for survival. Every run offers new challenges and permanent progress.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.3%, Action Roguelike 17%, Perma Death 16.7%, Roguelite 14.9%, Procedural Generation 12.5%

  53. #53 VOID/BREAKER
    65% matchVery Positive92% of 2,318 reviews2025
    Dev: Stubby GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Fast paced Bullet hell Roguelite FPS 🔴 Fight relentless machines driven by a hostile AI. Escape an endless cycle. Craft infinite weapon variants with deep gun modding. Forge deadly synergies. Carve your way out through enviro destruction /BREAK THE SYSTEM /BREAK FREE

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.9%, Robots 15.8%, Roguelite 13%, Action Roguelike 12.4%, Futuristic 11.4%

  54. #54 Lia: Hacking Destiny
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 129 reviews2025
    Dev: Orube Game Studio
    Windows

    Be the resistance in a world ruled by machines: fight, hack, and reignite hope. Craft powerful builds in this fast-paced roguelite with lethal weapons and power-ups. Free kittens from the algorithm’s chains and smash the robots’ scheme. Resist spam and prove that no one codes your destiny!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelike 14.6%, Roguelite 14.5%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 12.8%

  55. #55 Symmodance
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 75 reviews2023
    Dev: Mehmet Melih Solt
    Windows

    Dive into the symphonic chaos of geometric warfare! Unleash futuristic weaponry, customize your hovering platform, conquer relentless foes and dance to victory in this mesmerizing reverse bullet hell shooter.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.1%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Modern 15.4%, Roguelite 14%, Futuristic 12.7%

  56. #56 Super Alloy Ranger
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 366 reviews2022
    Dev: Alloy MushroomPub: Neverland Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Super Alloy Ranger is a 2D side-scrolling action game. Play as Marksman Kelly or Combat Robot No.2 to challenge different levels within the dangerous Machine Empire and unlock new weapons. Use Kelly’s shooting and No.2’s deathblows to defeat abnormal Machine Bosses!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 41.4%, Pixel Graphics 24.2%, Combat 17.3%, Action 15.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%

  57. #57 Spirits Abyss
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 421 reviews2020
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Spirits Abyss is a roguelite platformer with destructible terrain. Cast into the Abysm you must explore its diverse depths battling phantasmic meanies and plundering its useful treasures to find a way home... but does something nestle beyond the realmic veil of death?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 14.1%, Perma Death 13.8%, Procedural Generation 12.1%, Roguelike 12%, Difficult 11.2%

  58. #58 Deflector
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 356 reviews2023
    Dev: Arrowfist GamesPub: SuperGG.com
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    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 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Robots 16.4%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Difficult 13.3%

  59. #59 Dunjungle
    63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 723 reviews2025
    Dev: Bruno BombardiPub: Astrolabe Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    A 2d action-packed roguelite about a monkey hero protecting the jungle from the rise of a corruptive power. Explore ever-changing dungeons, fight weird enemies and gear up with lots of weapons and relics you can combine for a new experience every run. Explore, fight, die, and repeat!

    Why similar: Perma Death 17.3%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Procedural Generation 15.4%, Difficult 11.2%, Roguelite 10.8%

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