- #1 Striving for Light
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.7%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Action RPG 13.2%, Roguelite 11%
- #2 Lost in Random: The Eternal Die
96% matchVery Positive87% of 1,003 reviews2025
Dev: Stormteller GamesPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Plunge into a living nightmare where every roll counts. Chain fluid combat with dice-fueled attacks, stack relics into ferocious synergies, and build unstoppable momentum. Slash through fate, bend chance to your will, and defeat the Black Die in this board-game inspired roguelite dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Dungeon Crawler 11.9%, Roguelite 11.5%, Roguelike 10.3%
- #3 Netherworld Covenant
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 727 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 14.9%, Dungeon Crawler 14%, Action Roguelike 12.3%, Action RPG 10.7%, Roguelite 10.1%
- #4 Trials of Valor
95% matchVery Positive95% of 105 reviews2026
Dev: Armored Goblin
Windows
Fight, block, and evade through the deadly Trials of Valor. Your timing and reflexes decide survival in this real-time roguelike fighter. Master diverse classes, and experience the character progression of an entire RPG in each run as you perfect your build or die trying.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Action RPG 13.4%, Roguelite 12.6%, Roguelike 11%
- #5 Cinderia
94% matchVery Positive88% of 5,261 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, magic cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.1%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Dungeon Crawler 13.8%, Roguelite 11.8%, Roguelike 10.4%
- #6 Hades II
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 123,698 reviews2025
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 24.6 hrsMean: 43.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 14.2%, Mythology 12.7%, Action Roguelike 11.1%, Dungeon Crawler 11%, Roguelite 10%
- #7 Neverinth
94% matchMixed69% of 1,104 reviews2020
Dev: CreAct GamesPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Explore the halls of the Neverinth and uncover the history of the Valkyrie. Do glorious battle against the beasts and monsters of Norse legend and uncover the hidden pasts of each heroic woman. But their trials will not be easy as they face down those that haunt the sacred halls of Valhalla.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 14.4%, Dungeon Crawler 13.7%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Action RPG 10.8%, Character Customization 10.1%
- #8 Trinity Fusion
92% matchVery Positive85% of 915 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 15.7%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Beat 'em up 14.4%, Action RPG 11.9%, Roguelite 11.7%
- #9 Heretical
91% matchVery Positive85% of 1,036 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.5%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Action RPG 13.4%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Roguelite 12.4%
- #10 Garden of Witches
89% matchVery Positive93% of 2,143 reviews2026
Dev: Team Tapas
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Garden of Witches is a cute roguelike action game full of danger. Help the protagonist, Sil, as she tries to round up her unruly fellow witches and save the Garden.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.3%, Roguelite 11.1%, Roguelike 10.2%
- #11 Taboo Trial
89% matchVery Positive83% of 1,707 reviews2023
Dev: Cat ShinePub: NPC Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In the rogue action game "Taboo Trial", you will play as a young female warrior from the Norse mythology, who can transform into multiple cute and sexy female warriors. In the visually stunning 3D world, you will use your combat skills to uncover the truth behind the Twilight of the Gods.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Roguelite 10.8%, Action RPG 10.5%
- #12 DISORDER
90% matchMixed50% of 123 reviews2025
Dev: GRUMPY
Windows
Escape the department store and uncover the hidden truth in this full 3D roguelike dungeon crawler
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17%, Dungeon Crawler 14%, Action Roguelike 13%, Action RPG 11.1%, Roguelite 11%
- #13 Decay of Logos
91% matchMixed54% of 289 reviews2019
Dev: Amplify Creations
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Immerse yourself in the world of Decay Of Logos and unravel its mysteries. Explore old dungeons, battle unforgiving foes and journey through a vibrant interconnected fantasy realm with your mystical elk companion.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24%, Action RPG 22.3%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, RPG 9.3%
- #14 Trials Survivors
87% matchVery Positive85% of 485 reviews2026
Dev: Angry wisp
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fight through endless hordes in trials bestowed by constellation patrons. Upgrade skills, collect relics, and craft broken builds in true roguelite fashion! Rediscover the fantasy behind the words hack and slash and bullet heaven. Will you survive the densest monster Survivor-like ever created?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.5%, Action Roguelike 22.5%, Roguelite 16.9%, Roguelike 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
- #15 Moonscars
88% matchVery Positive83% of 1,528 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.9%, Action-Adventure 19.9%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Action 12.4%
- #16 Savara
86% matchVery Positive88% of 580 reviews2025
Dev: Doryah GamesPub: Ankama Games
Windows
In this colorful action roguelite, participate in the festivities organized for the pleasure of the warrior god. Equip your best weapons, prove your valor against powerful monsters, and permanently engrave your name in history!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.4%, Action Roguelike 18%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Roguelite 11.6%, Action RPG 10.1%
- #17 Into the Necrovale
86% matchVery Positive85% of 642 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.2%, Dungeon Crawler 14.8%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Action RPG 11.4%, Roguelike 9.4%
- #18 Arboria
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 782 reviews2021
Dev: DreamplantPub: All in! Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Fight, die, and fight again in this dark fantasy trollz-like roguelite. As a Yotun troll warrior, descend into the ever-changing, creepy dungeons of Durnar. Use a variety of Symbiotic Weapons and Bio-Mutations to slay enemies and heal The Father Tree.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Roguelite 13.3%, Action RPG 12.2%, Roguelike 11.1%
- #19 Realm of Ink
81% matchVery Positive90% of 5,766 reviews2026
Dev: Leap StudioPub: 4Divinity
Windows
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Realm of Ink is an Ink-style action Roguelite game. While pursuing the Fox Demon, the swordswoman Red, unexpectedly finds that her life is dictated by the 'destiny' within the world of the book. Only by breaking free can she unveil the truth of her existence and challenge the constraints of fate.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.8%, Action Roguelike 14%, Action RPG 11.7%, Roguelite 10.7%, Roguelike 9.4%
- #20 Moonlight Traveler
84% matchMixed53% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: Blueprint Core
Windows
This is an action game focused on combat, where a girl returns from the abyss to explore her own secrets and redemption, until the end of an eternal battle to see if she can break free from the shackles of fate.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.3%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, Action RPG 13.1%, Roguelite 11.1%, Roguelike 10.2%
- #21 Dark Reaper Shoots! 2
82% matchMixed68% of 52 reviews2026
Dev: SummerTimeStudio
Windows · Mac
Become a Grim Reaper seeking peace and mow down the beasts of hell! This is a casual roguelike survivor action game where you craft various weapons, grow stronger with your partner GawGaw, and fight your way through the battles.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.4%, Action Roguelike 21%, Roguelite 14.3%, Character Customization 12.6%, Roguelike 11.9%
- #22 捜査官の試練INVESTIGATOR TRIALS
83% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: GreenTeaGame
Windows
In the game, you will play the role of an intern examiner and participate in a trial to become an official examiner. Strive to defeat one mechanical guard after another and powerful enemies through trial and error, in order to unleash one's true strength and transform into various combat postures.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.1%, Action-Adventure 17.1%, RPG 16.8%, Action 9.7%, Hand-drawn 9.6%
- #23 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
82% matchVery Positive82% of 1,258 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action RPG 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
- #24 Avencast: Rise of the Mage
85% matchMixed69% of 724 reviews2010
Dev: ClockStone
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Play Avencast, the epic roguelike action-RPG with tons of combat moves, spells, and equipment. Fight against evil forces to save your academy and vanquish the darkness. As you progress, learn powerful spells and combos to increase your chances of victory.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.9%, Dungeon Crawler 15.3%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Action RPG 11.9%, Character Customization 9.5%
- #25 Bonehold
80% matchVery Positive85% of 144 reviews2026
Dev: Pixel Jackal
Windows
Dungeon Crawler with elements of rogue-like and ARPG games. Kill hordes of enemies, duel mighty bosses, and acquire legendary loot!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.7%, Dungeon Crawler 16.3%, Action RPG 11.4%, Action Roguelike 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%
- #26 Hell Maiden
78% matchVery Positive91% of 1,999 reviews2026
Dev: AstralShift
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Traverse the depths of Hell and beat its toughest demons on your way to Heaven in this horde survival deck-building game inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.1%, Roguelite 14.8%, Action RPG 13.7%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Roguelike 11.7%
- #27 Divinum
79% matchVery Positive87% of 602 reviews2026
Dev: Sigil Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Divinum is an action-adventure that blends stylish, expressive combat with rewarding exploration. Master devastating combos and craft unique builds to repel mysterious invaders and uncover your island's hidden truth.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.6%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Action RPG 11.7%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Hand-drawn 11.3%
- #28 The Excrawlers
81% matchVery Positive88% of 134 reviews2023
Dev: Game Dynasty
Windows
Action-RPG slasher in which you have to get into the dark atmosphere of dungeons full of monsters and madness.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.5%, Dungeon Crawler 13.4%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Roguelite 6.4%
- #29 Black Myth: Heaven
79% matchMostly Positive70% of 60 reviews2024
Dev: ShaneGame
Windows
Inspired By the well-known rogue-like game Hades, slash out of the God Field all the way down to the Demon Domain and defy The Overlord Thanatos in the Deep Frost Hell in this rogue-like dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.3%, Action Roguelike 22%, Roguelike 15.4%, RPG 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #30 Vindilis
76% matchVery Positive94% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: François Mauxion
Windows
Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Mythology 11.6%, Action RPG 9.8%
- #31 Cursemark
75% matchVery Positive87% of 653 reviews2026
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Hack, slash, and cast your way through a haunted kingdom brimming with secrets where no two builds are ever the same. As a cursed mage-knight you will unlock devastating spells, equip ability transforming runes, and reforge your curse on the path to victory or death in this fantasy action roguelite.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.8%, Action Roguelike 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Action RPG 11.9%, Roguelite 11.8%
- #32 FELLCHASER
76% matchVery Positive89% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Let'em Cook Games
Windows · Mac
You've stolen Death’s scythe in an attempt to cheat your fate. Now you must escape Purgatory by brewing combo-building potions and reaping hordes of creatures in this hack and slash Roguelike!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.1%, Dungeon Crawler 20%, Action Roguelike 18.8%, Roguelite 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
- #33 Death Tales
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 52 reviews2020
Dev: Arcade Distillery
Windows
Play as a new reaper, completing quests, collecting spells, and gathering equipment to fight through hordes of enemies in this grim but whimsical 2D adventure!
Why similar: Action RPG 43.7%, Hack and Slash 23.6%, RPG 17.3%, Action 9.8%, 2D 3.8%
- #34 Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 664 reviews2026
Dev: Frontside 180Pub: Pocketpair Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A Metroidvania x Roguelite where you journey with the aid of a cursed hat. Use a variety of magic or possess your enemies to reach the lowest levels! Bring back loot, build new facilities in your village, make a living and strengthen yourself for the next battle! Supports up to 4-player multiplayer.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.4%, Action Roguelike 19.1%, Roguelike 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Female Protagonist 11%
- #35 Dark Devotion
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,509 reviews2019
Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.1%, Female Protagonist 18%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Roguelite 13.5%, RPG 8.8%
- #36 Dreamscaper
75% matchVery Positive88% of 3,185 reviews2021
Dev: Afterburner StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.3%, Roguelite 18.5%, Dungeon Crawler 13.3%, Hack and Slash 8.2%, Action RPG 7.3%
- #37 Rogue Loops
74% matchMostly Positive72% of 312 reviews2025
Dev: Fubu Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Rogue Loops is a roguelite action game where a trapped family battles to escape an endless loop. Combine unique skills and relics to create powerful synergies against the loop’s guardians. As you grow stronger, so does the loop—can you break free from this relentless cycle?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Roguelite 12.1%, Action RPG 10.9%
- #38 Naxia
77% matchMixed55% of 111 reviews2019
Dev: Infinite8
Windows
Naxia is a brainchild of old school action-RPGs and modern rogue-lites, which means you get to explore a procedurally generated world and master your guardian’s fighting abilities to help them save Naxia from threats far beyond their wildest expectations.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.7%, Dungeon Crawler 18%, Action RPG 16.2%, Action Roguelike 12.1%, Roguelite 11.2%
- #39 Shadow of the Depth
73% matchMixed70% of 478 reviews2025
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Shadow of the Depth is a top-down action Roguelite game. Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Roguelite 10.9%, Action RPG 10.6%
- #40 Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel
71% matchVery Positive82% of 7,793 reviews2025
Dev: Games FarmPub: Grindstone
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hordes of Hel is a gripping roguelike horde-survivor game set in the dark realms of Norse Mythology. Fight waves of enemies to earn divine blessings of ancient Viking Deities, explore hostile worlds and face powerful bosses. Become a god-like warrior in this ultimate showdown.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.9%, Action Roguelike 16%, Action RPG 13.6%, Mythology 13.5%, Roguelite 12.1%
- #41 Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade
73% matchMixed57% of 599 reviews2025
Dev: 7QUARK
Windows
Defeat malevolent forces in this stunning Japanese-inspired roguelite world! Become a master of the Demon Blades and combat swarms of demons in a fantasy realm set in the Edo period. Through every journey, you will unveil the hidden truths concealed within troubled times.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.4%, Action RPG 17%, Roguelite 15.6%, Roguelike 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
- #42 Dragon Is Dead
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 704 reviews2025
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Dragon is Dead is a 2D dark fantasy roguelite with hack-and-slash combat and unlockable classes. Build class skill trees, slot runes, and chase Legendary and Mythic loot through corrupted stages.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.9%, Action Roguelike 18.8%, Action RPG 14.8%, Roguelite 13.6%, Roguelike 13.1%
- #43 SoulQuest
71% matchVery Positive80% of 115 reviews2026
Dev: SoulBlade Studio LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Carve your path through hordes of enemies, defying the gods to seize the power of Morrigan, Goddess of Death, and retrieve the soul of your beloved! SoulQuest combines amazing gameplay with the unique Celtic mythology into one, action-packed mixture!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.5%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Mythology 16.4%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #44 Nyran Survivors
73% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.9%, Hack and Slash 28.5%, Roguelike 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Action 5.6%
- #45 Sin and Love
70% matchMixed70% of 288 reviews2025
Dev: XingCaiStudio
Windows
"Sin and Love" is a dark narrative roguelike game with a background set in a fantastical version of the Tang Dynasty. You will play as a princess from the ‘Stone’ Kingdom, who has been poisoned and rises from the ashes.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 14.6%, Mythology 14.1%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
- #46 Halls of Torment
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 31,896 reviews2024
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.6%, Hack and Slash 15%, Roguelite 14.3%, Action RPG 14.2%, Roguelike 11.7%
- #47 Hades
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 308,953 reviews2020
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.5%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Mythology 15.5%, Roguelite 11.2%, Dungeon Crawler 10.9%
- #48 Somber Echoes
69% matchVery Positive83% of 349 reviews2025
Dev: Rock Pocket GamesPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Armed with God-given powers, the revived tribune Adrestia is given a second chance to save the universe from her maniacal twin sister. Find secrets, acquire upgrades, and dominate mighty foes through sheer combat prowess as you explore and conquer the horrors of the forsaken vessel Atromitos.
Why similar: Mythology 26.7%, Dark Fantasy 18%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Story Rich 12.5%
- #49 Hollow Survivors: Prologue
68% matchVery Positive93% of 540 reviews2024
Dev: Danny DeerPub: Games Incubator
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version. Battle through hordes of horrific creatures as you hack and slash your way to the top of the Tower in this rogue-like dungeon crawler game. Choose from a variety of upgrades, new weapons, and save the Tower.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.5%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Action RPG 13.9%, Roguelike 12.6%
- #50 Going Under
69% matchVery Positive90% of 4,174 reviews2020
Dev: Aggro CrabPub: Team17 Digital
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Going Under is a satirical dungeon crawler about exploring the cursed ruins of failed tech startups. As an unpaid intern in the dystopian city of Neo-Cascadia, you’ll wield office junk as weaponry as you make your way through the offbeat procedural dungeons beneath your company campus.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.7%, Dungeon Crawler 13.6%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Action Roguelike 12.1%, Roguelite 8.8%
- #51 Cally's Trials
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 180 reviews2016
Dev: VDO Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Cally's Trials is a roguelike action-platformer with a weapon-levelling system that lets you evolve weapons as you use them. Cally must save her parents from the maniacal Herbert, who has laid waste to the Caves and built a massive new base.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 49.8%, Action 31.5%, Adventure 18.7%
- #52 Soulbind: Tales Of The Underworld
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 112 reviews2024
Dev: Rubedo Games
Windows · Linux
It's up to you to become the Endless, a mysterious skeleton, and embark on a perilous journey. Collect monster body parts to enhance your character and use a variety of abilities. Explore sinister locations, fight mythical creatures and uncover the secrets of the Underworld.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.7%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Roguelite 14.1%, Character Customization 13.6%, Roguelike 12%
- #53 Death Must Die
66% matchVery Positive90% of 21,775 reviews2023
Dev: Realm Archive
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.2%, Hack and Slash 19.1%, Roguelite 15.6%, Action RPG 11.3%, Roguelike 10.4%
- #54 Jack Axe: The Trial
70% matchVery Positive79% of 53 reviews2021
Dev: Keybol GamesPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Be Jack! Throw your axe! Test yourself against The Trial to prove yourself worthy in this speedrunning competition!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.2%, Mythology 24.1%, Female Protagonist 21%, 2D 7%, Action 5.7%
- #55 Echoes of Mystralia
65% matchVery Positive83% of 699 reviews2026
Dev: Borealys Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Echoes of Mystralia is an action-heavy spellcrafting ARPG roguelite, where rapid combat meets deep customization. Craft your own spells, unlock new combinations, fight epic bosses, and discover a narrative-rich world that never plays the same twice.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.2%, Dungeon Crawler 17%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Action RPG 12.5%, Roguelite 12.1%
- #56 Devil Slayer - Raksasi
68% matchVery Positive85% of 2,861 reviews2021
Dev: GlassesCatGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.5%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Roguelite 13.9%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Roguelike 11.3%
- #57 Tower Hunter: Erza's Trial
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,999 reviews2019
Dev: IceSitruuna
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.8%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Roguelite 18.5%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, RPG 8.2%
- #58 DUNGEON SLASHER
67% matchMixed65% of 355 reviews2026
Dev: 96Percent
Windows
Navigate maps filled with enemies, destroying all who get in your way! Use a variety of character, artifact, and skill synergies to defeat the dungeon!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.4%, Action RPG 18.8%, Roguelite 16.2%, Roguelike 13.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
- #59 Reaper - Tale of a Pale Swordsman
71% matchMixed68% of 460 reviews2014
Dev: Hexage
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Enter the world ripe with magic and monsters. Become the Black Swordsman and slay thousands of enemies in an epic action RPG!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.3%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, Hand-drawn 9.5%
- #60 Kotama and Academy Citadel
65% matchVery Positive81% of 3,042 reviews2026
Dev: Atomstring GamesPub: 2P Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.
Why similar: Action RPG 28.1%, Female Protagonist 24%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, RPG 13%, 2D 6.2%