- #1 Arms Evolution: ZOMBIE DESTROYER
97% matchMixed66% of 285 reviews2023
Dev: Ash Game StudioPub: LP Game
Windows
"Arms Evolution: ZOMBIE DESTROYER" is a unique Roguelite tower defense game. You will slaughter thousands of zombies in the game and enhance your weapon towers through build character in the RPG way. and , the game also offers an idle mode, so you can enjoy building weapons anytime and anywhere.
Why similar: Tower Defense 26.3%, Zombies 16.3%, Post-apocalyptic 13.5%, Roguelike 12.6%, Roguelite 9.1%
- #2 SHOOPER NOVA
96% matchVery Positive85% of 664 reviews2025
Dev: JamesikaPub: Gamersky Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Craft Your Ultimate Circular Fortress! Dive into SHOOPER NOVA, where you choose props and components to build a unique fortress. Unlock combos to shape your strategy and battle style. Become an unstoppable barrage machine and obliterate waves of enemies from all directions!
Why similar: Tower Defense 26.6%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Roguelite 15%, Strategy 9.6%, Roguelike 9.2%
- #3 Defensurvivor
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 108 reviews2024
Dev: SignatureGamez
Windows
DEFENSURVIVOR is a strategy game where you build obstacles and place and move units to block zombies. There are various units with unique characteristics and powerful high-level units that can be obtained through combination. Use randomly given units to survive until the end!
Why similar: Tower Defense 28.8%, Bullet Hell 23%, Roguelite 15.1%, Zombies 10.7%, Strategy 7.1%
- #4 Beach Defense: Zombie Invasion
95% matchVery Positive82% of 210 reviews2026
Dev: Only Fun Games
Windows
Command soldiers, survive zombie waves! A light strategy game mixing turn-based & real-time strategy, bullet hell, and backpack-like mechanics. Fit troops into limited backpack slots, build max firepower, challenge difficulty levels, and defend the last beach. Perfect for tower defense & fans.
Why similar: Tower Defense 26.3%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Zombies 14.2%, Roguelike 12.4%, Roguelite 10.6%
- #5 Doom Survivor: Horde Rush
94% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2026
Dev: Crazy Studio
Windows
Bullet hell meets Survivor-like Roguelite! Battle endless zombie hordes as unique heroes. Combine talent trees with 11 weapons (dragon guns, laser rifles) and gear (masks/wings) for explosive fire, lightning, or summon builds. Unlock heroes, master dodge, and dominate the apocalypse!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.6%, Post-apocalyptic 17.3%, Zombies 15%, Roguelike 11.5%, Superhero 9.5% ★
- #6 Undead Tide: Light's Defense
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 78 reviews2026
Dev: Crazy Studio
Windows
Relaxed strategic bullet hell survival, defending against endless undead legions! A roguelite bullet hell shooter that blends hero development, talent builds, and weapon combinations, supporting multiple playstyles and strategies!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.8%, Roguelike 20.5%, Roguelite 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Strategy 9.1%
- #7 Towerful Defense: A Rogue TD
93% matchMostly Positive74% of 241 reviews2024
Dev: Mini Fun Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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: Tower Defense 27.7%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14.7%, Roguelite 13.6%, Roguelike 8.2%
- #8 City Defense Z
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 328 reviews2025
Dev: Good Mood Games
Windows · Linux
City Defense Z combines base-building and base defense in a roguelite progression loop. Build by day, defend by night, and face a growing zombie threat. Every defeat unlocks permanent upgrades, helping you rebuild smarter and push further each time. See how many days you can last.
Why similar: Tower Defense 23%, Zombies 19.8%, Post-apocalyptic 19.4%, Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelite 11.9%
- #9 Tower Survivors
92% matchMixed67% of 54 reviews2023
Dev: Final Screw
Windows · Linux
Fight an endless horde of evil minions and survive as long as you can. Collect loot and purchase new upgrades and magic abilities. Summon allies to stand along side you and survive the horde!
Why similar: Tower Defense 23.2%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Zombies 12.8%, Roguelite 12.5%
- #10 Spooky Survivors
91% matchMixed67% of 51 reviews2025
Dev: Aligned Games
Windows
Spooky Survivors puts you in the shoes of Van Hobo, a quirky hero battling the supernatural! Start with all unlocks BUT choose which to level up as you face endless waves. Equip powerful gear and unlock unique abilities. Outlast the nightmare and prove yourself as the ultimate spooky survivor!
Why similar: Vampires 23.9% ★, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Roguelike 12.1%, Roguelite 10.6%
- #11 Mechs V Kaijus - Tower Defense
90% matchVery Positive84% of 543 reviews2022
Dev: Doble Punch Games
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Mechs V Kaijus is an addictive hardcore tower defense gameplay. In Mechs V Kaijus you take on the role of Commander of a powerful Mechs squadron. Improve your Mech, strategically place towers and factories on the battlefield. Deploy support units on the battlefield, and save our civilization.
Why similar: Tower Defense 27.2%, Mechs 19.4% ★, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Robots 9.7%, Roguelike 9%
- #12 outpost4
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 121 reviews2026
Dev: BananaDogGames
Windows
Build your mobile outpost and combine over 20 weapons with 100+ items to create unique builds. Grow stronger against endless enemy hordes, conquer new planets, and experience the thrill of evolving from desperate survival to overwhelming firepower.
Why similar: Tower Defense 31.3%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Roguelike 15.2%, Roguelite 12.8%, Strategy 11.8%
- #13 Towerful Defense: Prologue
89% matchVery Positive88% of 75 reviews2024
Dev: Mini Fun Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A tower defense action roguelike 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 items to craft powerful builds that lead you to victory.
Why similar: Tower Defense 31.9%, Bullet Hell 24.2%, Roguelite 16.1%, Strategy 9.3%, Top-Down 7.2%
- #14 Kingdoms vs Zombies
87% matchVery Positive85% of 55 reviews2026
Dev: MyDreamForeverPub: Andgo Games
Windows
Kingdoms vs Zombies is a blend of strategy, tower defense, and roguelike gameplay, where you must defend your kingdom against endless hordes of the undead.
Why similar: Tower Defense 36.4%, Strategy 19.5%, Zombies 19.1%, Roguelike 14.1%, 2D 5.1%
- #15 Astro Looter: Survivor
88% matchMixed70% of 432 reviews2024
Dev: Soda Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Explore alien planets to mine resources, kill alien insects, build defense turrets, and survive waves of insect attacks across the galactic frontier. Astro Looter combines elements of survival, roguelike, and tower defense in a top-down shooter.
Why similar: Vampires 22.9% ★, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Tower Defense 14%, Zombies 12.1%, Top-Down Shooter 10.6%
- #16 Rogue Tower
86% matchVery Positive83% of 5,929 reviews2022
Dev: Die of Death Games
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Rogue Tower is a tower defense game with roguelike elements and a continuously expanding path which you can influence. Unlock, build, upgrade, expand, defend.
Why similar: Tower Defense 52.1%, Roguelike 19.7%, Strategy 12.1%, Roguelite 9.7%, Casual 5%
- #17 Crystal Guardians TD
86% matchVery Positive88% of 116 reviews2024
Dev: Green Pine Studios
Windows
Crystal Guardians is a tower defense game with rogue-like elements. Fight of waves and defend the world crystal. Gear up your towers with a powerful combination of items for your strategy. In an ever expanding map, find hidden powers and conquer the enemies.
Why similar: Tower Defense 41.6%, Roguelite 20.3%, Roguelike 20.2%, Strategy 10.9%, Casual 5.3%
- #18 The Gate Must Stand
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 257 reviews2026
Dev: Senmu StudioPub: Gamersky Games
Windows
Fend off brutal waves of demonic hordes in this epic fantasy tower defense survivors like! Hack and slash among the action or zoom to strategically control the battlefield. You are the city’s last line of defense, build your base, defend the gate!
Why similar: Tower Defense 24.2%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Roguelite 12.2%, Roguelike 11.3%
- #19 Keep Keepers
85% matchVery Positive87% of 157 reviews2024
Dev: Thunderrock Innovations
Windows
Tower Defense meets Base Management. Strategically place your defenses. Craft wacky ammunition like fiery peppers and boomerang bananas. Discover amazing weapons and automate your economy while defending against waves of enemies. Can you handle the chaos?
Why similar: Tower Defense 48.7%, Roguelite 23.9%, Roguelike 19.6%, Strategy 7.9%
- #20 Lichgate: Tower Survivor
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 64 reviews2026
Dev: Sun Lion Games
Windows
Burn through the underworld legion in this rogue-lite Tower Survivor. Craft the ultimate tower of destruction and survive as long as you can against endless hordes of enemies.
Why similar: Tower Defense 40.3%, Roguelite 18.1%, Strategy 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Top-Down 7.4%
- #21 Spirits of the Hellements - TD
83% matchVery Positive93% of 340 reviews2022
Dev: Hippo Rider Games
Windows
Assemble legendary Spirits and defend against the endless hordes of Hell. A tower defense where you must shape the battlefield and create a maze using the three Hellements. Use Fire, Lightning, and Wind tiles to trap your enemies, or augment your defenses.
Why similar: Tower Defense 68.2%, Strategy 20.6%, Casual 6%, Singleplayer 5.2%
- #22 Skewer Squad
81% matchVery Positive89% of 493 reviews2026
Dev: Fake OwlsPub: HARRISONWORLD CO.,LTD
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Skewer Squad is a cute yet chaotic tower defense roguelite. Step into the apron of a Grillmaster, draft random ingredients, mix wild seasonings, and build a squad of skewers that are both delicious and powerful to defend your grill.
Why similar: Tower Defense 29.2%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Roguelite 15.2%, Roguelike 14.9%, Strategy 7.7%
- #23 Bees vs Zombees
81% matchVery Positive89% of 107 reviews2024
Dev: DeadPixelPub: DeadPIxel
Windows
A fast-paced roguelike tower defense where you choose your Queen Bee with unique skills and the Artisan to build turrets and cast powerful spells to defend your hive through regions infested with zombees. Face bosses with insane mechanics and survive the Zumbeecalypse!
Why similar: Tower Defense 26.1%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Zombies 16.3%, Roguelike 13.6%, Roguelite 13.1%
- #24 Road Defense: Outsiders
82% matchVery Positive83% of 169 reviews2023
Dev: Minicactus Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Protect vehicles on the road and survive! Road Defense: Outsiders is a game that combines elements of the 'roguelike' and 'tower defense' genres. Upgrade the towers and your own skills to be able to annihilate all the life around you!
Why similar: Tower Defense 24%, Top-Down Shooter 23.2%, Bullet Hell 20%, Roguelite 14.2%, Roguelike 12%
- #25 Survivor Challenge TD
80% matchMostly Positive80% of 60 reviews2026
Dev: SQRT Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Survivor Challenge TD - is a Tower Defense game where you manage a single tower and add upgrades to it. Buy abilities, enhance upgrades, and defeat the boss!
Why similar: Tower Defense 37%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Roguelite 18.1%, Strategy 9.2%, Stylized 6.8%
- #26 Gods Of Defense
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: Blue Math
Windows
Tower Defense Rogue-like. Defend a temple on a procedural map with variety of towers. Craft your strategy through Boon and Curse cards. With every run earn faith to upgrade the weapons. Many progression paths keep you engaged and entertained without getting stuck.
Why similar: Tower Defense 50.1%, Roguelike 27.9%, Strategy 13.4%, Top-Down 6.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #27 Abyss Horde
79% matchVery Positive85% of 96 reviews2026
Dev: Solo Gaming
Windows
Darkness tears reality apart. Hordes of beasts, monsters, and abyssal demons surge from the depths mindless, driven only by destruction. Adventurer, the line needs you! In 《Abyss Horde》, defend against ever-stronger waves. Every run builds a new defense; every upgrade shifts the tide.
Why similar: Tower Defense 30.3%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Roguelite 14.2%, Roguelike 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
- #28 Cluckmech Oasis
78% matchVery Positive88% of 3,638 reviews2024
Dev: BlackLightPub: Mammorize
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Cluckmech Oasis, a top-down shooting Roguelike tower defense game. Play as the Warcluck and lead your team of animal heroes in a fight for survival. Collect, build and upgrade defenses, and engage in intense battle against waves of plant enemies.
Why similar: Tower Defense 31%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Roguelike 16.6%, Roguelite 13.7%, Strategy 9.4%
- #29 Tangy TD
76% matchVery Positive90% of 1,546 reviews2026
Dev: Cakez
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Strategic tower defense where you play a witch, place class-based towers, equip them with items that grant powerful abilities, combine them, create unique builds & deal ridiculous amounts of damage! Customize your builds with a deep stat system and giant skill tree!
Why similar: Tower Defense 50.1%, Roguelike 22.2%, Strategy 13.2%, 2D 6.4%, Casual 4.7%
- #30 Arcane Tower Survivors
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 98 reviews2025
Dev: Red Horde Games
Windows
Survive waves of enemies in this horde survival roguelite. Unleash devastating spells, master unique skills, and craft unstoppable builds. Between battles, fortify your tower and unlock powerful upgrades in a strategic meta-game. Will your magic outlast the chaos?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.1%, Roguelite 18.9%, Roguelike 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Top-Down 10.6%
- #31 Fortress Fury
77% matchMixed63% of 112 reviews2026
Dev: Kervado
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fortress Fury is a survivor multiplayer tower defense roguelite. Endless hordes of enemies want to crush your tower! Buy weapons and upgrades to craft an array of overpowering builds. Will you be able to survive all waves and be the last tower?
Why similar: Tower Defense 33.7%, Bullet Hell 24%, Roguelite 16.1%, Strategy 11.2%, Top-Down 9.1%
- #32 Apocalypse Party
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 5,446 reviews2023
Dev: Breaker Games
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Apocalypse Party is a 3D top-down action Roguelike game. In this game, you will embark on a new mission to traverse through the Middle Ages and gradually master abilities, and arm yourself to become the strongest survivor through numerous choices.
Why similar: Vampires 21.3% ★, Zombies 15%, Top-Down Shooter 14.9%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Roguelite 9.5%
- #33 Fire at Campsite
75% matchVery Positive83% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: Salvador PalmaPub: ZOO Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Protect the campsite in this Single-Tower-Defense game where you play as a campfire against the local wildlife! With many abilities and characters at your disposal, try new builds, synergies, and combos to make those animals run away with fear!
Why similar: Tower Defense 26.2%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Roguelite 14.3%, Roguelike 13.5%, Top-Down 8.5%
- #34 Graveyard Gunslingers
77% matchMixed59% of 231 reviews2024
Dev: PyroPhysics
Windows
Shoot hordes of zombies in a bullet hell roguelite arena. By day, harvest resources, unlock map areas, and prepare for the upcoming night. Craft unique strategies by combining characters, weapons, and exploring a vast ability tree.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Zombies 16.1%, Gun Customization 16% ★, Roguelite 11.9%
- #35 Incrempire
75% matchMixed67% of 168 reviews2026
Dev: FMGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Defend. Upgrade. Dominate. A relaxing incremental base-defense game, packed with powerful skills and a deep skill tree.
Why similar: Tower Defense 34.7%, Roguelite 18.9%, Roguelike 15.2%, Strategy 9.8%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #36 Dead Ground
79% matchMixed60% of 115 reviews2018
Dev: DIG Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 6 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Tower defense reimagined! Dead Ground is a procedurally generated tower defense game with rogue-like elements. Each playthrough will offer randomly generated guns, skills and augments. You'll have to travel, collect scrap, water, manage your inventory and upgrade your base to survive!
Why similar: Tower Defense 73.5%, Strategy 11.3%, Roguelite 8.9%, 2D 2.7%, Casual 2.4%
- #37 Everwarder
74% matchVery Positive88% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: qLatePub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Everwarder is a refreshing take on the tower defense genre, blending roguelite mechanics with a time-based survival concept. Fight against the encroaching darkness and fend off emerging enemies. Collect artifacts, buy upgrades, discover ancient structures, unlock new units and more!
Why similar: Tower Defense 33.4%, Roguelite 16.3%, Roguelike 14.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Strategy 9.4%
- #38 Tower Dominion
72% matchVery Positive86% of 5,610 reviews2025
Dev: Parallel 45 Games
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 22.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Build and design the terrain while defending your stronghold against alien invasion in this unique Roguelike tower defense. Choose from 30 heroes, survive enemy waves, and upgrade a variety of destructive towers to hold the line!
Why similar: Tower Defense 47.8%, Roguelike 20.3%, Roguelite 17.6%, Strategy 12%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #39 Book Shooter
73% matchVery Positive87% of 150 reviews2025
Dev: SOS GameLab.Pub: YuetteGames
Windows
《Book Shooter》is a tower defense roguelike game where YOU become the magic tome! Transmigrated into a fantasy world, you inhabit legendary books like An Actor's Work, The Bible, and A Brief History of Time. You will face many enemies, come and fight!
Why similar: Tower Defense 27.1%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Roguelike 14%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Roguelite 8.1%
- #40 Yet Another Zombie Survivors
68% matchVery Positive92% of 15,563 reviews2026
Dev: Awesome Games Studio
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The Horde is coming, but you're ready to fight it! Assemble your squad, choose their upgrades, and build powerful synergies against thousands of undead. Survive. Then evolve. Then break every limit in this deceptively simple but addictive bullet heaven game.
Why similar: Zombies 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Roguelite 13.4%, Roguelike 13.1%
- #41 Block Tower TD
73% matchVery Positive86% of 105 reviews2023
Dev: MyDreamForever
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Block Tower TD is a roguelike tower defense strategy game with interesting innovations. Build a world out of blocks, choose random upgrades to make every run unique.
Why similar: Tower Defense 41.2%, Roguelike 20.8%, Roguelite 19.1%, Strategy 12.8%, 2D 6.1%
- #42 Endless Defense: Survival
74% matchMixed52% of 81 reviews2024
Dev: New Folder
Windows
This is a innovative roguelike TD game made with the 『CliCli』. No need for path planning or tower combos—just one tower! With almost 100 weapons, you’ll be mowing down foes and dominating the battlefield. Enjoy the rush and let off some steam!
Why similar: Tower Defense 39.8%, Roguelike 18.9%, Roguelite 16.7%, Strategy 12.2%, Top-Down 5.7%
- #43 Outhold
69% matchVery Positive86% of 1,838 reviews2025
Dev: Tellus Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Outhold is a short, strategic incremental game that blends tower defense with a deep meta-progression. Experiment with builds and find overpowered synergies to defend the dwindling fires of Outhold.
Why similar: Tower Defense 50.9%, Strategy 14%, Roguelike 12.9%, Top-Down 7.7%, Casual 6.5%
- #44 Last Outpost
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: Troyd Games
Windows
Last Outpost is a minimalist Base Building & Strategy game where you build and defend your outpost in zombie apocalypse. Choose your vehicle and loadout before embarking on your adventure. Use your abilities and control your units to eliminate all threats. Will you manage to defend your outpost?
Why similar: Tower Defense 32.8%, Zombies 24.1%, Roguelike 16.7%, Strategy 10.6%, Roguelite 8.8%
- #45 Zombie Defense
73% matchVery Positive84% of 2,178 reviews2016
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 58%
A modern hybrid of the classic RTS and modern Tower Defense. Recruit soldiers, place them on slots and let them shoot incoming waves of zombies by their own. Order supplies, throw grenades, order airstrikes and many more... Perfect mix of strategy, tactics and micromanagement.
Why similar: Zombies 44.9%, Tower Defense 40.3%, Strategy 8.5%, Casual 2.9%, Top-Down 2.1%
- #46 Ash Warden
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 123 reviews2026
Dev: Mgfa StudioPub: Molter Games
Windows
Survive waves of enemies in Ash Warden, an incremental tower defense where you slowly become overpowered. Unlock new abilities, fight against powerful bosses, and evolve into an unstoppable force against the endless Redgaze hordes.
Why similar: Tower Defense 33.2%, Post-apocalyptic 21.2%, Roguelite 14.1%, Strategy 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #47 Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship
69% matchVery Positive82% of 205 reviews2025
Dev: Zing Games Inc.Pub: Wandering Wizard
Windows
Build turrets, lead your crew, and upgrade the ship while gathering loot in this exciting "Tower Defense-on-wheels zombie survival roguelite" game.
Why similar: Tower Defense 26.3%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Zombies 17.5%, Roguelite 13.8%, Roguelike 12.9%
- #48 Rogue Monster Rush
67% matchVery Positive94% of 258 reviews2026
Dev: Ghost Vibes LLC
Windows
A unique Tower Defense game featuring Monster Collecting and Roguelike mechanics. Hatch, upgrade, and command a party of monster defenders, while unleashing player spells, to defend your base from the hordes of invading robots.
Why similar: Tower Defense 64.5%, Roguelike 30.9%, Strategy 3%, Casual 1.6%
- #49 Biters & Bullets: Prologue
70% matchVery Positive90% of 361 reviews2022
Dev: Night Owls
Windows
Battle and survive hordes of monsters in this high octane casual game with rogue-lite elements. Defeat bosses, hot-wire cars and stack powerups. How long will you survive?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.4%, Post-apocalyptic 21.2%, Zombies 19.3%, Roguelite 15.5%, Top-Down 8.5%
- #50 Idle TD: Heroes vs Zombies
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 166 reviews2022
Dev: Swell Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 27.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
An endless Tower Defense game of epic heroes vs evil zombies. Unlock and upgrade countless Heroes, artifacts, and technologies to defend against the infinite zombie swarms. Strategize the most effective placement of Heroes to synergize their skills and abilities.
Why similar: Tower Defense 26.8%, Zombies 21.9%, Post-apocalyptic 18.6%, Superhero 16.5% ★, Strategy 7.8%
- #51 Miracle Brave
68% matchVery Positive89% of 63 reviews2026
Dev: 1029studio
Windows
Miracle Brave blends inventory management, deck-building, tower defense, and shooter combat! Strategize your gear, forge your unique build from countless progression paths, take control of your hero, and hold back endless waves of beasts. Carve out your path to victory and forge your own legend!
Why similar: Tower Defense 34%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Roguelite 16.4%, Roguelike 13.1%, Strategy 8.8%
- #52 Dr. Professor Scientist's Weapons Testing Facility
71% matchVery Positive84% of 77 reviews2022
Dev: Cool Smithy Games
Windows
DPSWTF is a base defense game with roguelike elements, where instead of placing towers, you build the best tower of them all. Combine the best projectiles with effective modifiers and push back the incoming hordes. Research them all to conquer the secrets of the Great North!
Why similar: Tower Defense 28.6%, Gun Customization 27.9% ★, Roguelite 13.5%, Roguelike 13.3%, Strategy 6.7%
- #53 Gem Miner TD
67% matchVery Positive97% of 78 reviews2026
Dev: iFeral Games
Windows
Mine. Maze. Merge. Survive. Dig for powerful gems, merge them into game-breaking towers, stack buffs, and pick roguelike perks to build wild synergies. Do not let enemies drag your miner to the lava!
Why similar: Tower Defense 43.8%, Roguelite 21.6%, Roguelike 15.6%, Strategy 11.6%, 2D 6%
- #54 Monsters are Coming!
65% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,892 reviews2025
Dev: LudogramPub: Raw Fury
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Beware, Monsters are Coming! In this Tower-Survivor rogue-lite, you protect an ever-moving city from unrelenting hordes. Gather resources, fortify defences, and survive for as long as you can. Will you reach the Ark?
Why similar: Tower Defense 28%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Roguelite 14.4%, Top-Down 8.9%
- #55 Hunters Of The Dead
72% matchMixed62% of 172 reviews2014
Dev: TrapticsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Rescue your fellow Hunters, and with their help locate and destroy Dracula!
Why similar: Tower Defense 28%, Vampires 24.7% ★, Zombies 21.4%, Strategy 15.5%, Roguelike 10.3%
- #56 Output Pasture
70% matchVery Positive85% of 99 reviews2020
Dev: Dusk Dog Studio
Windows
Output Pasture is a fast-paced Tower Defense Game which combines the elements of roguelike. Unlock, combine unique animals to battle together, and fight the evil Machine Legion.
Why similar: Tower Defense 32.7%, Strategy 30.9%, Casual 16.6%, Roguelike 14.6%, 2D 5.1%
- #57 20 Minutes Till Dawn
64% matchVery Positive90% of 29,160 reviews2023
Dev: flanne
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
20 Minutes Till Dawn is a survival roguelite where endless hordes of creatures lurk from the dark. Craft an array of overpowering builds and eradicate waves of Lovecraftian nightmares. Will you be able to survive the night?
Why similar: Gun Customization 23.5% ★, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19%, Roguelite 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 10%
- #58 Demonlore
68% matchVery Positive84% of 102 reviews2022
Dev: Barrel Smash Studios
Windows
A rogue-lite action strategy game with deck building. Fight the undead legion, forge your path, and gain powerful permanent progression. Godlike difficulty modes, mutators, heroic units, elite enemies, and unlockable rewards - endless replayability awaits!
Why similar: Tower Defense 30.7%, Zombies 25.7%, Roguelite 15.9%, Roguelike 13.3%, Strategy 9.3%
- #59 Vampire Survivors
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 266,062 reviews2022
Dev: poncle
Windows · Mac
Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 40.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Be the bullet hell!
Why similar: Vampires 34.9% ★, Bullet Hell 28%, Roguelite 15.8%, Roguelike 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 4.6%
- #60 Tower Escape
67% matchVery Positive84% of 415 reviews2023
Dev: Final Screw
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Tower Escape is a reverse tower defense game, where instead of defending against incoming enemies, you play the baddies and guide your minions to the exit. Recruit a team of minions, and collect powerful gems and relics that make each run unique.
Why similar: Tower Defense 37.2%, Roguelite 20.1%, Roguelike 16.6%, Top-Down 9.3%, Strategy 9.1%