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Games Like FrostBound

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

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FrostBound is a roguelike deck-building tower defense set in an endless winter. Build your base, master 500+ cards, and withstand relentless waves to end the eternal frost.

Reviews: Very Positive — 81% — of 1,146 reviews
Released: 2025-11-26
Developer: Lyra Studio
Publisher: Shelly Technology
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 6.5 hrs
Mean playtime: 15.6 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 92%

Overview

FrostBound uniquely blends the strategic depth of deckbuilding with the defensive intensity of tower defense in a harsh, atmospheric setting. These recommendations prioritize games that combine tactical card play with base management, wave-based survival, and roguelike progression to capture that same sense of desperate, calculated defense.

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  1. #1 Wildfrost
    97% matchVery Positive83% of 8,624 reviews2023
    Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Chucklefish
    Windows
    Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Take on the elements in Wildfrost, a tactical roguelike deckbuilder! Journey across a frozen tundra, collecting cards strong enough to banish the eternal winter…

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 26.1%, Card Game 23.5%, Roguelike 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the harsh, frozen aesthetic and intense, wave-based tactical card combat.

  2. #2 CD 2: Trap Master
    96% matchVery Positive80% of 368 reviews2024
    Dev: ACE ENTERTAINMENT
    Windows · Mac

    Become THE Trap Master - play your deck of lethal traps to mow down waves of bizarre creatures and protect your altars! Craft a unique deck of traps and powers, discover treasure of surprise effects, and guard a different base each time until you are ready for the unforgiving boss.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 33.2%, Card Game 27.5%, Roguelike 17.1%, Roguelite 9.8%, Strategy 8%

    Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the hybrid of tower defense and deckbuilding mechanics found in FrostBound.

  3. #3 Towerful Defense: A Rogue TD
    96% matchMostly Positive73% of 227 reviews2024
    Dev: Mini Fun Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    A roguelike tower defense where you control a single tower to fight against hordes of aliens coming from all directions. Pick your tower, equip up to 4 skills, and choose from a variety of traits and unique effect items to craft powerful builds that lead you to victory.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 50.5%, Roguelike 20%, Roguelite 17%, Strategy 12.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the roguelike tower defense loop where strategic placement and card synergy are vital.

  4. #4 Ratropolis
    95% matchVery Positive88% of 5,484 reviews2020
    Dev: Cassel Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    A fusion of roguelite, tower defense, city-building, and deck-building! We created a new kind of real time strategy game filled with addictive and fast-paced gameplay. Create your deck, defend your city, and build the largest Ratropolis in history!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 36.2%, Card Game 27.4%, Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelite 10.5%, Strategy 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A brilliant fusion of deckbuilding and tower defense that requires managing resources while defending against constant waves.

  5. #5 As We Descend
    94% matchVery Positive87% of 1,106 reviews2025
    Dev: Box DragonPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    The apocalyptic roguelike deckbuilder with squad sculpting and deep tactics. Recruit the right units and outmaneuver titanic foes on dangerous expeditions. Build up allies and resources in the feudal Vault-City. Can you survive all the perils that await the last bastion of humanity?

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 24.2%, Card Game 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Roguelike 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A modern roguelike deckbuilder that emphasizes tactical positioning and strategic card usage.

  6. #6 Monster Train
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,754 reviews2020
    Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 25.3%, Card Game 22.1%, Roguelike 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%

    Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for wave-based roguelike deckbuilders, offering deep tactical layers similar to FrostBound.

  7. #7 Hadean Tactics
    93% matchVery Positive89% of 1,857 reviews2023
    Dev: Emberfish Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Hadean Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding game fused with autobattler elements to create a unique strategy experience. Use your cards to influence the actions of your units and help your Hero defeat the Six Wings of Hell!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 26.2%, Card Game 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines auto-battler mechanics with deckbuilding, creating a unique tactical experience similar to defending a base.

  8. #8 Vault of the Void
    92% matchVery Positive93% of 2,938 reviews2022
    Dev: Spider Nest Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Vault of the Void is a fast-paced roguelike deckbuilder where the power is in your hands. Continuously customise your deck, crafting powerful combos and ingenious strategies. Upgrade your cards with Void Stones, infusing them with new abilities to help defeat the minions of The Void!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 35.1%, Card Game 27.9%, Roguelike 15.8%, Roguelite 9.6%, Strategy 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a high level of tactical control and deck manipulation that appeals to fans of deep strategy.

  9. #9 SpellRogue
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 1,585 reviews2025
    Dev: Guidelight GamesPub: Ghost Ship Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    SpellRogue is the ultimate tactical turn-based roguelike! Draft from over 350 powerful spells to assemble the perfect combination and crush your enemies in 70+ unique encounters. Face brutal choices, adapt to impossible odds, and strike back at the horrors that destroyed the world.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 32.6%, Card Game 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Roguelike 12%, Roguelite 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a complex, dice-based tactical roguelike experience that rewards careful planning and synergy.

  10. #10 Cross Blitz
    91% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,591 reviews2025
    Dev: Tako Boy Studios LLCPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Cross Blitz is a unique RPG deckbuilder featuring fast-paced tactical combat with loads of cards to collect and synergies to wield. Explore, level up, craft new cards and build the perfect decks as you carve your own path to victory!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 28.4%, Card Game 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Roguelite 8.6%, Roguelike 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: An RPG-lite deckbuilder that offers a variety of strategic options and card synergies.

  11. #11 Lost For Swords
    89% matchVery Positive90% of 305 reviews2025
    Dev: MaxBytes
    Windows · Linux

    Lost For Swords is a Roguelike Deckbuilder, where the cards in your deck shape the rooms you’re exploring. Make your way up the tower, equip weapons and armor, cast spells and scrolls, activate auras, collect loot and defeat monsters in tactical turn-based combat.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 24.8%, Card Game 19.8%, Roguelike 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling deckbuilder that forces you to make difficult choices about your deck composition.

  12. #12 Three Kingdoms: The Blood Moon
    89% matchVery Positive92% of 734 reviews2025
    Dev: Kygua TechPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Three Kingdoms: The Blood Moon is a turn-based Roguelike card game where you assume the role of a Shu general. Explore dungeons, gather relics, and amass a collection of cards. In each round, you can assemble a unique combination of cards and treasures to defeat your enemies and rewrite history!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 28.4%, Card Game 23.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Roguelike 12%, Strategy 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused deckbuilder that provides a deep, turn-based experience.

  13. #13 Castle Morihisa
    90% matchMixed67% of 445 reviews2022
    Dev: Smokingbear StudioPub: Thermite Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    "Castle Morihisa" is a roguelike featuring strategic deckbuilder. You need to build up your deck through constant battles, acquire powerful talents, and wield the power of the Fallen Heroes to unveil the truth behind the rebellion in Castle Morihisa.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 26%, Card Game 24%, Roguelike 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A solid tactical card battler that emphasizes replayability and strategic deck construction.

  14. #14 Roguebook
    88% matchVery Positive84% of 4,279 reviews2021
    Dev: Abrakam Entertainment SAPub: Nacon
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Embrace the challenge of a roguelike deckbuilder with unique mechanics from the developers of Faeria and Richard Garfield, creator of Magic: The Gathering™. Build a team of two heroes, unleash powerful combos and defeat the legends of the Roguebook!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 25.2%, Card Game 21.1%, Roguelike 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and deckbuilding with a unique dual-hero system that adds significant strategic depth.

  15. #15 Across the Obelisk
    87% matchVery Positive81% of 12,790 reviews2022
    Dev: Dreamsite GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 20.8 hrsMean: 53.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 27.6%, Card Game 23.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Roguelike 14.2%, Roguelite 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A party-based deckbuilder that requires careful management of multiple units and strategic combat decisions.

  16. #16 Tainted Grail: Conquest
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 8,124 reviews2021
    Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    A unique, infinitely replayable, story-driven hybrid between a deck-building Roguelike and an RPG game. Explore the ever-changing maps, fight with deadly enemies, and learn what happened to the cursed island of Avalon.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 36.9%, Card Game 30%, Roguelike 17.8%, Roguelite 6.6%, Turn-Based Combat 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, atmospheric world and deep deckbuilding mechanics that feel very similar to the tone of FrostBound.

  17. #17 Trizon
    85% matchVery Positive93% of 575 reviews2025
    Dev: Ling
    Windows · Mac

    Trizon is a roguelike deck-building game. Fuse any two cards together to play crazy combos. The game combines auto-battler mechanics, where creatures attack on their own, with instant-effect spell cards. Battles are fast-paced and dynamic, set against a simple and restrained art style.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 28.7%, Card Game 21.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Roguelite 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical deckbuilder that rewards careful planning and strategic board management.

  18. #18 Aurora Defense
    86% matchMixed65% of 95 reviews2025
    Dev: Moka Games
    Windows

    A unique roguelike deckbuilder + base-building tower defense game. Build powerful defenses in the last bastion of light, fend off relentless waves of darkness, and protect the final goddess!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 27.4%, Card Game 23.5%, Roguelike 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Roguelite 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines base-building and tower defense with roguelike elements, mirroring the core loop of FrostBound.

  19. #19 Dungeon Drafters
    84% matchMostly Positive75% of 753 reviews2023
    Dev: Manalith StudiosPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Dungeon Drafters is a mystery dungeon adventure set in a world where magic is cards, and cards are magic. Explore ancient ruins, loot rare cards and employ clever combos to defeat your foes and build the legendary spell deck that could save the world.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 34%, Card Game 31.4%, Roguelite 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Strategy 8.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A grid-based tactical game where your deck determines your abilities, bridging the gap between card games and tactics.

  20. #20 DICEOMANCER
    81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,441 reviews2024
    Dev: 超厚皮猪猪 Ultra Piggy StudioPub: Gamirror Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    DICEOMANCER is a roguelike deck-building game. Though you long for a peaceful life, you're forced to embark on an adventure. In this world of swords, magic, and guns, make good use of your dice and deck to find a way back to tranquility! What can the dice be used for? To change... anything.

    Why similar: Card Game 35.9%, Deckbuilding 30%, Roguelike 16.2%, Strategy 15%, Singleplayer 1.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A strategy-heavy card game that uses dice to influence outcomes, adding a layer of unpredictability.

  21. #21 Floppy Knights
    84% matchMostly Positive80% of 398 reviews2022
    Dev: Rose City Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Meet the Floppy Knights: tangible projections summoned from floppy disks! Tactics fuse with card game mechanics as Phoebe and Carlton, a brilliant young inventor & her robot-arm bestie, square off in turn-based battles. Select your Knights, hone your deck, and execute your strategy for victory!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 31.3%, Card Game 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical unit placement with card-based combat, perfect for those who enjoy the tactical side of FrostBound.

  22. #22 Overdungeon
    83% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,103 reviews2019
    Dev: Pocketpair
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    A completely new style real-time card battle "Overdungeon" Overdungeon combines rogue-like, tower defense and card games. More than 100 cards are Attack, Animal, Building, Spell, Trap, etc..Build your creative and crazy deck!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 37.5%, Card Game 29.4%, Roguelite 11.4%, Strategy 11.1%, Roguelike 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, chaotic deckbuilder that focuses on overwhelming enemies with card combinations.

  23. #23 Railroads & Catacombs
    81% matchMostly Positive78% of 398 reviews2025
    Dev: MadRailsPub: IndieArk
    Windows

    In this exciting Card Building Roguelike game you create your cards from scratch adding different upgrades. Build your train, explore the Labyrinth and survive. Discover infinite synergies. How far will you go?

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 29.5%, Card Game 20.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Roguelike 10.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical deckbuilder that incorporates base-building elements and challenging, wave-based combat.

  24. #24 Relapse
    82% matchVery Positive92% of 177 reviews2022
    Dev: Valklabs
    Windows

    A 3D deck building roguelike game. Collect over 240 abilities; level them up, enchant them, pair them up with over 100 trinkets, and synergize them with your companions' abilities to create endless combinations to defeat your foes.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 25.6%, Card Game 20%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Roguelike 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A roguelite deckbuilder that focuses on turn-based strategy and card-based combat.

  25. #25 Inscryption
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 143,157 reviews2021
    Dev: Daniel Mullins GamesPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Inscryption is an inky black card-based odyssey that blends the deckbuilding roguelike, escape-room style puzzles, and psychological horror into a blood-laced smoothie. Darker still are the secrets inscrybed upon the cards...

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 37.3%, Card Game 32.9%, Roguelike 14.9%, Roguelite 8.2%, Strategy 6.7%

    Why You'll Like It: While more narrative-focused, its atmospheric card-based roguelike gameplay is highly engaging for fans of the genre.

  26. #26 Frost
    82% matchVery Positive88% of 153 reviews2016
    Dev: Jérôme BodinPub: Le Studio des Ténèbres
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Frost is a Survival solo Card game. Inspired by deck-building board games like Dominion, Ascension and the like, it's an unique take on the genre as it puts you in charge of a group of people struggling against a restless, lethal storm.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 41.9%, Card Game 31%, Roguelike 15.3%, Strategy 8.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Shares the survival theme and deckbuilding mechanics, focusing on resource management in a harsh environment.

  27. #27 Banners of Ruin
    80% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,181 reviews2021
    Dev: MonteBearoPub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Assemble your party. Answer the call. Win the war. Build a deck and fight a series of turn-based combats with up to 6 party characters through the city of Dawn's Point. Each character can unlock a set of unique cards and abilities that can augment your deck in powerful, exciting ways.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 26.1%, Card Game 22.5%, Roguelike 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Features tactical positioning and unit management within a deckbuilding framework.

  28. #28 Kingdom's Deck
    78% matchMostly Positive76% of 453 reviews2025
    Dev: Ivan AcoPub: Rogue Duck Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Build by day, defend by night! Kingdom's Deck is a card-based city builder where you build and protect your Kingdom from the enemy siege. Build your deck, deploy your cards wisely, defend your walls, manage your resources, and respond to various events that will shape your Kingdom!

    Why similar: Card Game 35.9%, Roguelike 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Medieval 10.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid of city-building and deckbuilding that emphasizes long-term strategy.

  29. #29 Border Pioneer
    77% matchVery Positive87% of 1,768 reviews2025
    Dev: Yahzj GamesPub: Yogscast Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    As the kingdom's most promising pioneer, embark on a legendary journey to tame the frontier! Build thriving towns across various landscapes, fending off waves of diverse enemies until you establish a firm foothold and have explored everything the eye can see!

    Why similar: Card Game 26.3%, Medieval 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Strategy 13.6%, Deckbuilding 13%

  30. #30 Hunter's Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure
    76% matchVery Positive86% of 205 reviews2025
    Dev: Crimson Herring StudiosPub: Zugalu Entertainment
    Windows

    A Victorian Steampunk Roguelite Deckbuilder. Choose from four characters with unique cards and abilities. Customize your deck and character as you investigate a mysterious plague. Battle corrupted beasts and bosses in turn-based combat to unlock powerful relics and enchanted tarot cards.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 29.1%, Card Game 23.8%, Roguelike 10.1%, Roguelite 8.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%

  31. #31 WhatRogue:Exile Land
    78% matchMostly Positive80% of 54 reviews2024
    Dev: 肉鸽独立团Pub: OKJOY
    Windows

    "WhatRogue:Exile Land" blends roguelike, card construction, and tactical turn-based gameplay. The tactical element requires spatial strategies, enhancing strategic depth. Choose different heroes and companions to defeat various monsters and bosses.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 34.1%, Card Game 26.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Strategy 13.3%, Medieval 5.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A roguelike strategy game that incorporates deckbuilding and turn-based combat.

  32. #32 Rune Coliseum
    76% matchVery Positive88% of 892 reviews2024
    Dev: Rafale Software
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    A deck-building roguelike game with unique semi-real-time combat system. Step into the shoes of an ancient gladiator and do your best to survive in the coliseum. Combine various skills and equipment, develop your own fighting style, and defeat all the enemies to become the next champion!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 31.5%, Card Game 21.1%, Roguelike 13.1%, Medieval 9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%

  33. #33 Madcap Mosaic
    77% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2022
    Dev: 1classydude
    Windows

    Carefully craft your Mosaic in this fantasy themed deckbuilding game. Battle by battle, tile by tile, you'll form synergies and build up your Mosaic's combo potential, hoping to beat the curve as you forge deeper into enemy territory.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 32.8%, Card Game 25.8%, Roguelike 15%, Roguelite 10.3%, Strategy 8.8%

  34. #34 Journey to the Void
    74% matchVery Positive93% of 57 reviews2026
    Dev: RuneHeads
    Windows · Mac

    Prepare to fend off attacks from all directions in this hybrid strategy roguelite deck builder. On your journey through varied grid-based biomes, battle unique foes and make tough moral choices to restore a corrupted land and decide the fate of your world.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 28.6%, Card Game 24.4%, Roguelike 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.1%, Roguelite 7.1%

  35. #35 Ironclad Tactics
    79% matchMixed69% of 621 reviews2013
    Dev: Zachtronics
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Ironclad Tactics is a fast-paced, card-based tactics game set in an alternate history Civil War - with steam-powered military robots!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 38.2%, Card Game 24.3%, Steampunk 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Strategy 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic card-based strategy game that emphasizes unit placement and board control.

  36. #36 Emberward
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,607 reviews2024
    Dev: Refic Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Build twisting mazes with tetromino blocks and deploy unique towers in this strategic roguelite tower defense adventure!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 45.5%, Roguelike 21.2%, Roguelite 15.7%, Strategy 12.9%, Indie 2.5%

  37. #37 Frostrain
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 2,685 reviews2024
    Dev: STEWDIOPub: Jungle Game Lab
    Windows

    Be the last train conductor roaming the postapocalyptic frozen world! Expand, strengthen, and build synergies on your train. The promised land beyond the toxic zone awaits you and your passengers.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 54.5%, Roguelike 25.7%, Strategy 16.1%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  38. #38 Tabletop Hero
    75% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2024
    Dev: Kunpo
    Windows

    is a roguelike deck-building game. With a variety of heroes and classes, hundreds of cards and treasures, and a rich array of genres to explore, there's plenty to discover. Additionally, card enchantment and fusion mechanics help you build a stronger deck.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 32.3%, Card Game 21.5%, Roguelike 10.6%, Strategy 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%

  39. #39 Villages & Dungeons
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 1,073 reviews2025
    Dev: CaCaFrog StudioPub: Morax Games
    Windows · Mac

    A hardcore roguelite card game where deck-building strategies are at the core of everything! With a vast array of cards, random dungeons, a wealth of encounter events, and diverse enemies, it awaits your exploration and challenge.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 40.9%, Card Game 27.2%, Roguelike 19.9%, Strategy 8.2%, Indie 2%

  40. #40 Re:Lord – Tales of Adventure
    75% matchMixed65% of 131 reviews2024
    Dev: Wind Runner
    Windows

    Card-based strategic roguelike with a mix of deck-building, auto-battler and territory management. Choose between +300 unique cards to create a deck that matches your playstyle, and lead your forces across the whole continent in an adventure that will unveil the truth behind this world.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 22.3%, Card Game 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Roguelike 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%

  41. #41 Tower Tactics: Liberation
    74% matchVery Positive88% of 1,229 reviews2023
    Dev: asraworks
    Windows
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    We fused deck-building roguelikes and tower defenses in a way never seen before - deploy your towers, collect valuable trinkets and cast powerful spells to defend yourself against the Salkoth!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 32.3%, Card Game 30.4%, Roguelike 18.2%, Roguelite 8.7%, Strategy 7.6%

  42. #42 Loopstructor
    72% matchVery Positive84% of 372 reviews2024
    Dev: Pone Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    This is a strategy game that combines tower defense with Roguelike. Unlike traditional tower defense game, the towers in the game are vehicles that move along ‘loops’.You need to create defense loop and build battle trains to defend against enemy attacks.

    Why similar: Roguelike 50.6%, Strategy 25.8%, Roguelite 13.3%, Indie 5.7%, Singleplayer 4.6%

  43. #43 Yao-Guai Hunter
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 2,232 reviews2025
    Dev: MòGames
    Windows
    Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Yao-Guai Hunter is a Wuxia roguelike deck-building game. In a world where Yao-Guai roam free, player battles with various evil beings, collecting cards and learn inner skills. Encountering various adventures in the martial world.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 29.4%, Card Game 27.5%, Roguelike 16.4%, Roguelite 8.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.8%

  44. #44 Deck of Souls
    71% matchVery Positive83% of 211 reviews2024
    Dev: Bigboot StudiosPub: HeroCraft PC
    Windows

    Roguelite deck-building meets souls-like. Break out of an infinite loop to close the hell gates, turn enemies into cards, and build your own omnipotent Deck of Souls! Rolls included.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 29%, Card Game 25.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.4%

  45. #45 Menace from the Deep
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 2,275 reviews2024
    Dev: Flat Lab
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Menace from the Deep is an enthralling Roguelike Deckbuilding card game that unfolds in a dark world, drawing inspiration from Howard Lovecraft and the Cthulhu Mythos.Set against the backdrop of 1920s USA, the narrative revolves around a clandestine occult society.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 37.3%, Card Game 25.2%, Roguelike 19.1%, Roguelite 8.9%, Strategy 6.7%

  46. #46 Northwind
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 78 reviews2025
    Dev: Barking Kitten Interactive
    Windows

    Northwind is a monster-hunting roguelite deckbuilder with a tug-of-war combat twist, card crafting, and a mana management system inspired by Magic: The Gathering.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 28.6%, Card Game 25.9%, Roguelike 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Roguelite 8%

  47. #47 Dire Destiny : Time Travel
    73% matchMixed64% of 117 reviews2023
    Dev: Dire Destiny Studio
    Windows

    Dire Destiny: Time Travel is a Roguelike tactic card game, which takes place in a steampunk world. You are summoned from another time and space to be the hero, who will fight against powerful mechanized army to save the human race.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Deckbuilding 17.8%, Roguelike 15.3%, Strategy 12.8%, Card Game 11.3%

  48. #48 Moon's Creed
    69% matchMostly Positive78% of 160 reviews2025
    Dev: Creedon Games
    Windows

    Choose your zodiac hero. Craft unique decks. Collect astral boons. Vanquish corrupted constellations. Ascend through cosmic chaos!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 27.7%, Card Game 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Roguelike 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.4%

  49. #49 Roots Devour
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 515 reviews2026
    Dev: Rewinding GamesPub: GCORES PUBLISHING
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Extend your roots, imbibe fresh blood, and expand without end. Roots Devour is a strategic exploration game centered around a card-connecting mechanism. Drive your frenzied roots through swamps and over frozen mountains, invading human cities until the darkness... descends.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 38.3%, Card Game 36.6%, Strategy 12.8%, Roguelite 8.8%, Indie 1.8%

  50. #50 Cartridge Defense
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 100 reviews2022
    Dev: Out Gaming
    Windows

    Cartridge Defense is a tower defense game with over 300 distinct collectible cards that you will use to create your own decks to defend against robots in the cyberpunk inspired future. Play cards (cartridges) to spawn towers, upgrades, special abilities and more in a campaign or rogue-like mode.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 41%, Card Game 34.7%, Roguelite 11.9%, Strategy 8.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%

  51. #51 Shapebreaker - Tower Defense Deckbuilder
    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 63 reviews2023
    Dev: Alexander Van den Bulck
    Windows

    A fusion of tower defense games and roguelike deckbuilders. Use your cards to build towers and to upgrade them in unique ways. Gain rewards to customize your deck, defense and playstyle. Break the shapes before they break you!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 33.6%, Card Game 23.7%, Roguelike 18.1%, Strategy 10.6%, Roguelite 10.3%

  52. #52 The Royal Writ
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 463 reviews2025
    Dev: Save Sloth StudiosPub: Yogscast Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Sacrifice creates stories in this medieval roguelike deckbuilder. Watch your cards march to glory or permanent death as they battle toward the enemy. Each fallen hero becomes part of your kingdom's legend. Command wisely... some sacrifices are necessary.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 22.2%, Card Game 21.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Roguelike 9.4%, Turn-Based Combat 7%

  53. #53 The Spire of Mech Zero
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 146 reviews2024
    Dev: Shane Game
    Windows

    A lite roguelike card deck building game inspired by Slay the Spire. You can experience battles of robots with cards and components! Try to conquer the spire with one perfect run, every choice matters!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 48.9%, Card Game 35.7%, Strategy 13.2%, Indie 1.3%, Singleplayer 1%

  54. #54 Trials of Fire
    69% matchVery Positive86% of 3,239 reviews2021
    Dev: Whatboy Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    A Tactical, Deck-Building Roguelite. Choose 3 Heroes and adventure into a post-Cataclysmic wasteland. Engage enemies in a unique meld of card-play and tactical, positional combat. Level up and scavenge what you can to customise your decks and build a party to take on any challenge!

    Why similar: Card Game 21.9%, Deckbuilding 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Roguelike 12.1%

  55. #55 Deepest Chamber: Resurrection
    68% matchVery Positive80% of 539 reviews2023
    Dev: Balcony SoftworksPub: Those Awesome Guys
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Delve into the depths of Deepest Chamber: Resurrection, where card boosting is your key to survival. Employ this unique mechanic to augment your abilities, strategize your next moves and endure a series of increasingly perilous descents in this gripping rogue-lite, card-battling adventure!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 26.2%, Card Game 18.4%, Roguelike 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%

  56. #56 Transport Legion
    66% matchVery Positive88% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: 喜人一个
    Windows · Linux

    A unique roguelike card-based tower defense game. Strategically place cards, manage resource transport, balance production with combat, and craft distinctive decks to claim victory.

    Why similar: Card Game 37.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.2%, Strategy 17.4%, Roguelite 10.7%, Medieval 9.5%

  57. #57 Lost In Fantaland
    66% matchVery Positive87% of 667 reviews2024
    Dev: Supernature StudioPub: NPC Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Lost in Fantaland is a Roguelite game with deck-building at its core, deeply integrated with board-game strategy mechanics. You will choose one of six unique characters and embark on a randomly generated adventure. Use your creativity to build your deck, and uncover the secrets of this world!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 59.8%, Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Indie 4.1%

  58. #58 Deathless. The Hero Quest
    66% matchVery Positive88% of 983 reviews2024
    Dev: 1C Game StudiosPub: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    In Deathless, elements of a collectible card game, roguelike, and turn-based strategy combine seamlessly. Build a unique deck of cards, discover unusual relics, and defeat legendary bosses. No two journeys will ever be the same with endless Path. Crush the Evil and save the world!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 33.4%, Card Game 27.4%, Roguelike 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%, Roguelite 8.1%

  59. #59 Starless Abyss
    65% matchVery Positive85% of 316 reviews2025
    Dev: Konafa GamesPub: No More Robots
    Windows

    Earth has fallen. Science and the Occult have united forces to brace for the arrival of the Eldritch. But will the efforts against this strange, alien race be enough? Play as one of many Proximae used to help defend humanity in this turn-based, roguelike, intergalactic deck builder.

    Why similar: Card Game 27.3%, Strategy 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.9%, Roguelike 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%

  60. #60 Ultimate Hero
    67% matchMostly Positive70% of 223 reviews2025
    Dev: FishwharfPub: IndieArk
    Windows

    Ultimate Hero is a rogue-lite deckbuilder with a twist of dice. Master and merge unique skills, counter enemies, and unleash devastating ultimates where they hurt the most! Challenge the finest martial artists in the realm, and defy the odds to claim the title of the Ultimate Hero.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 23.4%, Card Game 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Roguelike 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.6%

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