- #1 Roboquest
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 24,341 reviews2023
Dev: RyseUp Studios
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Roboquest is a fast FPS Roguelite in a scorched futureworld. You're a rebooted Guardian, ready to kick some metal ass! Fight with your buddy or by yourself and annihilate hordes of deadly bots in ever-changing environments.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 23.4%, Online Co-Op 14.8%, Roguelite 11.7%, Co-op 11.2%, Perma Death 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game captures the high-speed movement and intense, arcade-style shooting that makes Fury Unleashed so addictive.
- #2 20XX
96% matchVery Positive91% of 4,578 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: Local Co-Op 17.1%, Platformer 12.7%, Online Co-Op 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Roguelite 9%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite platformer that mirrors the fast-paced, run-and-gun gameplay and upgrade-heavy loop of the seed game.
- #3 30XX
96% matchVery Positive90% of 2,809 reviews2023
Dev: Batterystaple Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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: Local Co-Op 16.1%, Perma Death 15.4%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Roguelike 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: The refined sequel to 20XX, offering even tighter controls and more diverse combat options for fans of action-platformers.
- #4 Dead Cells
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 182,870 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Why similar: Roguelike 25.4%, Roguelite 20.3%, Platformer 18.6%, Difficult 14.8%, Action 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for 2D action-roguelites, offering the same fluid, high-speed combat and satisfying progression found in Fury Unleashed.
- #5 Ember Knights
94% matchVery Positive94% of 6,984 reviews2023
Dev: Doom TurtlePub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.3%, Online Co-Op 12.9%, Multiplayer 11.9%, Co-op 11%, Roguelite 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: An excellent co-op action-roguelite that emphasizes fast, skill-based combat and team synergy.
- #6 Neon Abyss
94% matchVery Positive86% of 23,608 reviews2020
Dev: Veewo GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.3 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: Roguelike 25.8%, Platformer 18.7%, Roguelite 14.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Shooter 13.5%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, run-and-gun roguelite that shares the vibrant, over-the-top energy and constant progression of Fury Unleashed.
- #7 Caveblazers
93% matchVery Positive85% of 4,533 reviews2017
Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.1%, Perma Death 15.3%, Roguelike 11.4%, Difficult 10.8%, Platformer 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer-roguelite that emphasizes fast movement and unpredictable combat encounters.
- #8 Full Metal Furies
92% matchVery Positive91% of 2,925 reviews2018
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 39.4%, Co-op 19.6%, Online Co-Op 13.2%, Action 8.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op action game that emphasizes team coordination and fast-paced combat mechanics similar to the seed game.
- #9 Risk of Rain Returns
90% matchVery Positive90% of 28,677 reviews2023
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Carefully designed, beautifully remastered, and loaded with new ways to play—Risk of Rain is back and better than ever! Dive into the iconic roguelike full of unique loot combinations, enhanced with new Survivors, overhauled multiplayer, fan favorite content from Risk of Rain 2, and more!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 34.6%, Online Co-Op 17.7%, Multiplayer 15.2%, Roguelike 10.3%, Combat 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: This 2D action-roguelite offers intense, fast-paced combat and deep character builds that feel right at home with Fury Unleashed.
- #10 God's Trigger
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,003 reviews2019
Dev: One More LevelPub: Techland Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Slay enemies with speed and precision in an over-the-top show of blood and explosions. Play solo or with others, make split-second decisions, dodge bullets, and use weapons and abilities to inflict violence in the most graphic way possible.
Why similar: Difficult 25.2%, Roguelike 19.4%, Platformer 16.1%, Shooter 15.4%, Co-op 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: A high-lethality, fast-paced action game that demands precision and quick reflexes in every encounter.
- #11 Vagante
91% matchVery Positive89% of 5,025 reviews2018
Dev: Nuke Nine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Vagante is an action-packed platformer that features permanent death and procedurally generated levels. Play cooperatively with friends both locally and online, or adventure solo in this challenging roguelike-inspired game.
Why similar: Difficult 16.3%, Perma Death 13.3%, Online Co-Op 11.7%, Roguelite 11.2%, Multiplayer 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A difficult, platformer-based roguelite that focuses on exploration and tactical combat choices.
- #12 Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,707 reviews2021
Dev: Heliocentric StudiosPub: Team17 Digital
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rogue Heroes is a topdown, roguelite adventure game inspired by the Zelda franchise. Play solo or team up with your friends to combat procedurally generated dungeons and take down the evil Titans that threaten to overwhelm the land of Tasos!
Why similar: Co-op 16.8%, Roguelike 16.1%, Local Multiplayer 15.3%, Online Co-Op 15.1%, Roguelite 12.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a fun, co-op adventure experience with roguelite elements and satisfying combat progression.
- #13 Broforce
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,959 reviews2015
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.8%, Co-op 12.6%, Multiplayer 11.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%, Platformer 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers the same chaotic, high-energy, run-and-gun co-op experience with a focus on explosive action.
- #14 Have a Nice Death
88% matchVery Positive86% of 10,763 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Design StudiosPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.
Why similar: Roguelike 20.6%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Combat 17.6%, Roguelite 16.2%, Platformer 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features stylish, fast-paced 2D combat with a focus on fluid movement and challenging boss encounters.
- #15 Skul: The Hero Slayer
86% matchVery Positive93% of 57,546 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Roguelike 23.6%, Roguelite 18.2%, Difficult 14.8%, Action 13.5%, Side Scroller 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A combat-focused 2D roguelite that rewards aggressive playstyles and offers a massive variety of character builds.
- #16 Lost Castle 2
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 13,770 reviews2026
Dev: Hunter Studio
Windows
Median: 14.6 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
"Lost Castle 2" is a 2D Beat'em up Rogue-Lite game. Explore abundant treasures and items to enhance yourself, master various weapons to showcase your skills, and challenge powerful monsters to demonstrate your strength. A new adventure is calling for treasure hunters!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.3%, Online Co-Op 13.4%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Roguelike 11.3%, Combat 10%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer action-roguelite that blends beat-em-up mechanics with deep loot and upgrade systems.
- #17 Black Future '88
87% matchMostly Positive72% of 749 reviews2019
Dev: SUPERSCARYSNAKESPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Black Future ’88 is a Synth-Punk roguelike 2D action Shooter. Vertically climb an always evolving procedural tower to reach the top and kill its insane owner…before your heart explodes. Shoot, slash, dash and upgrade yourself to survive the endless waves of Homicidal AI, Traps & Colossal Wardens.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.5%, Roguelite 21.9%, Co-op 18.1%, Action 14.1%, Side Scroller 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, time-pressured action roguelite that forces players to stay constantly on the move.
- #18 HUNTDOWN
85% matchVery Positive95% of 4,407 reviews2021
Dev: Easy Trigger GamesPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 34.2%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Shooter 10.4%, Co-op 8.5%, Platformer 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style run-and-gun that captures the high-energy, retro-inspired intensity of Fury Unleashed.
- #19 Rampage Knights
86% matchVery Positive93% of 3,610 reviews2015
Dev: Rake in Grass
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.1%, Co-op 15.2%, Roguelike 14.1%, Multiplayer 12.8%, Online Co-Op 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op beat-em-up roguelite that captures the same arcade-style fun and cooperative chaos.
- #20 Ship of Fools
83% matchVery Positive82% of 6,216 reviews2022
Dev: Fika ProductionsPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Ship of Fools is a seafaring cooperative roguelite. Set sail, man the cannons and battle sea monsters through the tempestuous seas of the Archipelago. Are you fool enough to stop the Aquapocalypse?
Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.2%, Local Multiplayer 13.6%, Online Co-Op 12.9%, Co-op 9.1%, Multiplayer 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op roguelite that features high-energy combat and requires constant communication to survive.
- #21 METAL SLUG 3
84% matchVery Positive90% of 9,130 reviews2014
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
“METAL SLUG 3”, the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.7%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Co-op 16.3%, Online Co-Op 8.8%, Action 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic run-and-gun experience that serves as a foundational inspiration for the genre.
- #22 Enter the Gungeon
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 89,726 reviews2016
Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 27%, Roguelike 20%, Difficult 17%, Multiplayer 10.9%, Co-op 8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, bullet-hell roguelite that shares the same focus on weapon variety and intense combat.
- #23 Blazing Beaks
82% matchVery Positive83% of 2,624 reviews2019
Dev: Applava
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Roguelite - where too much greediness can be fatal. A colorful world with armed birds blazing their way through piles of mutants, monsters and creepy creatures. Lots of mysteries to unravel, secrets to discover and levels to explore.
Why similar: Roguelike 23.7%, Roguelite 20.1%, Co-op 20%, Shooter 17.5%, Action 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, top-down roguelite with a unique risk-reward system that keeps combat engaging.
- #24 Nuclear Throne
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,764 reviews2015
Dev: Vlambeer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?
Why similar: Roguelike 23.1%, Local Co-Op 19.9%, Difficult 19.5%, Roguelite 10.5%, Perma Death 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, top-down roguelite that rewards aggressive play and quick decision-making.
- #25 Colt Canyon
81% matchVery Positive88% of 2,119 reviews2020
Dev: RetrificPub: Headup
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Shoot your way through a hostile canyon full of hidden treasures, weapons, obstacles and all kinds of bloodthirsty scum! Colt Canyon is a stylish pixel art shooter with roguelike elements and real-time combat where you save your kidnapped partner from the ruthless bandits.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.2%, Fast-Paced 24.7%, Roguelike 15.4%, Shooter 10.7%, Roguelite 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A western-themed action-roguelite that emphasizes stealth and fast-paced gunplay.
- #26 Katana ZERO
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 76,003 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 32.8%, Platformer 18%, Difficult 17.4%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Action 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: While not a roguelite, it offers the same high-speed, stylish, comic-book-inspired action that Fury Unleashed fans love.
- #27 Revita
79% matchVery Positive81% of 2,429 reviews2022
Dev: BenStarPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
In this fast paced twin-stick roguelite platformer, you play as an unnamed child ascending an ominous clocktower in pursuit of their lost memories. Harvest and sacrifice souls to grow your power in order to challenge procedural encounter rooms and intimidating bosses!
Why similar: Roguelike 27.3%, Roguelite 26.9%, Old School 24.2%, Action 9.6%, 2D 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A movement-heavy, fast-paced roguelite where your health is a resource, mirroring the high-stakes combat of the seed game.
- #28 Downwell
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,612 reviews2015
Dev: MoppinPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 25.3%, Difficult 20.3%, Platformer 16.3%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Roguelike 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A unique, fast-paced vertical action-roguelite that focuses on precision and momentum.
- #29 GONNER2
80% matchMixed70% of 142 reviews2020
Dev: Art in HeartPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 34%
In this sequel to GoNNER: Journey your way through deep dark chaotic places with unimaginable sparks of colour as you go on a mission to help Death rid a mysterious presence from her lair. Battle crazy bosses, lose your head (a lot), in this messy, cute, fast-paced procedurally-generated platformer.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.8%, Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelite 12.6%, Difficult 10.9%, Co-op 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A surreal, fast-paced action-roguelite that prioritizes movement and rhythmic combat.
- #30 Rogue Glitch Ultra
77% matchVery Positive92% of 1,596 reviews2021
Dev: Rarebyte
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
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: Local Co-Op 22.1%, Online Co-Op 11.1%, Local Multiplayer 9.5%, Multiplayer 8.9%, Roguelike 8.2%
- #31 Sundered®: Eldritch Edition
78% matchVery Positive82% of 5,170 reviews2017
Dev: Thunder Lotus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Sundered is a chaotic hand-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!
Why similar: Platformer 24.9%, Difficult 23.2%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Roguelike 12.9%, Action 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features chaotic, large-scale combat and fluid movement in a beautifully hand-drawn 2D world.
- #32 Bite the Bullet
76% matchMixed56% of 89 reviews2020
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Run, Gun and Eat your way through this roguelite RPG shooter. In a world where every enemy is edible, what you eat and how much you eat drives everything from your waistline to branching skill trees to weapon crafting. Shoot fast. Eat big. Satisfy your appetite for destruction.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.1%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Difficult 11.6%, Roguelite 11%, Co-op 10.7%
- #33 DIG - Deep In Galaxies
73% matchVery Positive95% of 171 reviews2023
Dev: Molton Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Free the galaxies in this action platformer! Jump, swing, dig and shoot your way through uncharted planets. Give hell to the Overlord's forces and face alien foes. Earn rewards after every battle and add them to your ever-growing arsenal.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.6%, Combat 13.2%, Perma Death 11.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Roguelike 8.5%
- #34 Freaky Awesome
77% matchMixed56% of 262 reviews2017
Dev: Mandragora
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Freaky Awesome is a hectic action rogue-lite. You explore a randomly generated old factory, fighting weird monsters and avoiding traps. Toxic wastes will make you mutate, gaining different powers every time. You will need to adapt to your mutations to survive!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.1%, Online Co-Op 15.7%, Perma Death 13.2%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%
- #35 Rogue Stormers
76% matchMixed69% of 990 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 22.5%, Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelite 17.3%, Platformer 16.1%, Shooter 14.6%
- #36 Feral Fury
75% matchVery Positive81% of 130 reviews2017
Dev: Skandivania GamesPub: Skandivania Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 29.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Fast-paced twin stick shooter rogue-lite action
Why similar: Perma Death 23.9%, Roguelite 23.5%, Difficult 17.2%, Roguelike 14.6%, Action 11.1%
- #37 Nongunz: Doppelganger Edition
75% matchMixed68% of 156 reviews2021
Dev: Brainwash GangPub: Digerati
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Nongunz is a roguelite action-platformer. Battle grotesque creatures, kill quickly to maintain your combo meter, and rescue worshipers to become part of your idle army to buy upgrades.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.2%, Difficult 14.3%, Roguelite 9%, Side Scroller 7.6%, Co-op 7.3%
- #38 Spirits Abyss
73% matchVery Positive96% of 427 reviews2020
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 3.3 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: Local Co-Op 26.2%, Difficult 13%, Perma Death 12.3%, Roguelike 11.8%, Platformer 9.8%
- #39 Steredenn: Binary Stars
73% matchVery Positive88% of 968 reviews2015
Dev: Pixelnest StudioPub: TyGAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 69.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Steredenn is a frenetic and chaotic space shooter, carved in big beautiful pixels, with insane boss battles. Embark in your ship and engage the fight against dreadful space pirates in a never-ending combat for your survival.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.5%, Fast-Paced 19.7%, Roguelike 9.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%, Side Scroller 8.1%
- #40 StormEdge
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 224 reviews2024
Dev: Shieldbreaking GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Dodge enemies' attacks, activate lethal traps and customize your hero in StormEdge. Brace yourself for the dangerous Elemental Storms that will put your skills to the test!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.3%, Fast-Paced 17.2%, Roguelite 12.2%, Difficult 11.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%
- #41 Mercenary Kings: Reloaded Edition
74% matchMostly Positive70% of 2,447 reviews2014
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.4%, Co-op 13.5%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Platformer 11.3%, Shooter 7.1%
- #42 Juicy Realm
72% matchVery Positive88% of 3,675 reviews2018
Dev: SpaceCanPub: XD
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Juicy Realm is a roguelike game in which players must square off against bizarre fruits all across the world. The line between the animal and the plant world has become blurred, and the food chain has been completely disrupted.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.1%, Local Multiplayer 15%, Roguelike 11.8%, Multiplayer 11.3%, Roguelite 9.3%
- #43 Wizard of Legend
71% matchVery Positive91% of 21,044 reviews2018
Dev: Contingent99
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.9%, Roguelike 12%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.1%, Difficult 8.2%
- #44 Gunslugs
74% 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: Local Co-Op 34.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Shooter 10.8%, Roguelite 8.7%
- #45 Voidigo
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,893 reviews2023
Dev: semiwork
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
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: Local Co-Op 40.6%, Roguelike 16.2%, Difficult 15.5%, Roguelite 12.7%, Shooter 8.1%
- #46 Gatekeeper
67% matchVery Positive84% of 3,311 reviews2025
Dev: Gravity LagoonPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Gatekeeper is a fast-paced rogue-like. Go on a quest to chase down Chaos and reclaim the stolen Heart of Time, fighting your way through relentless enemy forces. Play solo or in 4-player co-op and become the next Gatekeeper!
Why similar: Online Co-Op 15.3%, Roguelike 15%, Difficult 14.9%, Multiplayer 14.3%, Co-op 13.7%
- #47 I'm No Demonlord
67% matchVery Positive84% of 166 reviews2026
Dev: NiaoWu StudioPub: Edigger
Windows · Mac · Linux
"I'm No Demonlord" is a Roguelike shooter bullet hell game. High freedom in mechanics leads to unique playthroughs. As a demon-possessed hero, battle enemies, grow, and unveil dark schemes. Can he accept his new role? Save "kinds" or destroy "outsiders"? Good or evil? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.1%, Roguelike 12.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Online Co-Op 12.1%, Roguelite 10.4%
- #48 Infected Shelter
70% matchVery Positive85% of 537 reviews2019
Dev: Dark Blue Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Infected Shelter is an ultra-violent rogue-lite post-apocalyptic beat'em up. Singleplayer and co-op for up to four players.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.9%, Local Multiplayer 14.8%, Roguelite 11.5%, Difficult 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.9%
- #49 Battle Planet - Judgement Day
71% matchVery Positive89% of 81 reviews2019
Dev: Threaks
Windows
Battle Planet - Judgement Day is a planetary rogue-lite top-down shooter. You are one of the universe's 3 most wanted criminals on the run, fighting your way through hordes of aliens, military and police units. There is only one way to reclaim your freedom - destroy them all...
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.4%, Perma Death 13.3%, Local Multiplayer 11.8%, Roguelite 11.2%, Difficult 10.4%
- #50 GUNTOUCHABLES
66% matchVery Positive85% of 4,140 reviews2025
Dev: Game SwingPub: Ghost Ship Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Guntouchables is an online co-op doomsday roguelite for 1-4 players. You play as a gun-toting group of 'preppers' trying to reclaim the world from an ever-evolving horde of mutants, constantly working to develop new unique ways to kill you.
Why similar: Online Co-Op 21.8%, Difficult 20.3%, Multiplayer 20.3%, Co-op 16%, Roguelite 15.7%
- #51 Blazing Chrome
69% matchVery Positive87% of 1,972 reviews2019
Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.7%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Difficult 11.3%, Shooter 9.2%, Platformer 9.1%
- #52 Bravery and Greed
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,058 reviews2022
Dev: Rekka GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Bravery and Greed is a beat 'em up, roguelite, dungeon brawler for up to four players. Choose from four classic fantasy classes, engage in a deep robust combat system, and play a variety of co-operative and competitive game modes with friends via local, online or both. Get rich, or die trying!
Why similar: Perma Death 19%, Multiplayer 18.3%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, Roguelike 13.7%, Roguelite 13.4%
- #53 The Bug Butcher
70% matchVery Positive90% of 1,205 reviews2016
Dev: Awfully Nice Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.9%, Fast-Paced 20.4%, Difficult 12.8%, Co-op 11%, Platformer 7.6%
- #54 Gunfire Reborn
66% matchVery Positive93% of 103,614 reviews2021
Dev: Gunfire Reborn StudioPub: Duoyi Games
Windows
Median: 18.8 hrsMean: 49.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Gunfire Reborn is a level-based adventure game featuring FPS, Roguelite and RPG. Players can control heroes with various abilities to experience diverse Build gameplay, use various weapons to explore procedurally-generated levels. You can play the game alone, or join 4-player coop.
Why similar: Online Co-Op 19.8%, Roguelike 17.7%, Roguelite 16.7%, Multiplayer 15.3%, Co-op 14.2%
- #55 Superbugs: Awaken
68% matchVery Positive87% of 190 reviews2022
Dev: Together Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 60%
A Communication-Based, Co-Op game for 2P. Play either as the Scientist or the Hunter with communication as your only weapon to save your precious cat, Mimi, from deadly Superbugs!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 20.4%, Local Co-Op 18.8%, Online Co-Op 12.6%, Difficult 12.2%, Multiplayer 9.5%
- #56 Vertical Drop Heroes HD
70% matchVery Positive80% of 743 reviews2014
Dev: Nerdook Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Vertical Drop Heroes is a procedural platformer RPG hybrid with roguelike elements, where your hero adventures through randomly generated stages. Armed with a variety of skills and traits, you must use your cunning and reflexes to survive the dangers of each stage.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.3%, Roguelike 12%, Multiplayer 11.7%, Co-op 11.6%, Platformer 10.5%
- #57 Bang Bang Barrage
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,049 reviews2025
Dev: Monkey BreadPub: Spiral Up Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Survive the treacherous sea in this quirky multiplayer shooter game! Play solo or team up and fight off Cthulhu's minions. Master a unique recoil-based mechanic to blast enemies and chart your course. Mix and match upgrades to craft the perfect sea-surviving strategy!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.9%, Local Multiplayer 19.3%, Multiplayer 14.5%, Co-op 11.9%, Online Co-Op 9%
- #58 Son of a Witch
69% matchVery Positive86% of 438 reviews2018
Dev: Bigosaur
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Action roguelike for 1-4 players with cute graphics and deep game mechanics. Combine dozens of different weapons, magic items, potions and spells with unique effects to beat 8 enemy factions and 28 bosses. Can you find the ancient goblin artifact at the end of the dungeon?
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.1%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Roguelike 10.7%
- #59 CounterAttack: Uprising
68% matchVery Positive91% of 366 reviews2019
Dev: Relative GamesPub: Relative Software LTD.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
CounterAttack: Uprising is a side scrolling space shooter (shmup). Team up or fight solo, 1 - 4 player local or up to 8 players online cross-platform coop, unlock upgrades, use powerful ultimate abilities, enhance your ship the way you want, and save the Earth from annihilation.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.8%, Online Co-Op 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Multiplayer 10.6%
- #60 Asterogues
66% matchVery Positive87% of 111 reviews2024
Dev: pipotchi600Pub: indie.io
Windows
Beat up planets in Asterogues, a cosmic bullet hell shoot-em-up hybrid! Pick your character from a band of outcasts banished to the Asteroid Belt, dodge and shoot your way through a brutal onslaught of bullets, and take revenge against the Solar System!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.1%, Local Multiplayer 13%, Roguelike 11.8%, Combat 11.1%, Multiplayer 10.5%