Games Like Hades

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: Mythology 18.6%, Action Roguelike 15%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Roguelite 11.2%, Roguelike 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct follow-up, it preserves Hades' fast dash-heavy combat, god-granted build synergies, and mythology-driven storytelling while expanding the formula.

You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.7%, Roguelite 14.9%, Dungeon Crawler 11.7%, Isometric 11.2%, Roguelike 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its top-down dodge-and-strike combat, weapon variety, and room-by-room progression feel like a darker, less narrative-heavy sibling to Hades.

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 31.4%, Roguelite 19.2%, Dungeon Crawler 8.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%, Hack and Slash 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Dreamscaper offers fluid isometric combat, diverse build paths, and relationship-based hub progression that mirrors Hades' structure well.

Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?

Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.1%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Roguelite 13.1%, Roguelike 13.1%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: It blends satisfying top-down action with emotional between-run storytelling, making it one of the closest matches to Hades' gameplay-plus-narrative appeal.

'Warm Snow' is a Rogue-like action game with a background set in a dark fantasy world, where the eerie 'Warm Snow' holds sway. You will play as the Warrior 'Bi-an' on a crusade against the Five Great Clans, in order to save a world teetering on the brink of destruction.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.4%, Mythology 23.9%, Roguelite 17.8%, Roguelike 12.3%, Story Rich 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: This stylish action roguelite delivers frantic melee combat, relic-driven buildcraft, and myth-inspired bosses that strongly echo Hades' run-to-run rhythm.

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: Action Roguelike 28.8%, Hack and Slash 22%, Roguelite 17.4%, Roguelike 14.3%, Difficult 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It trades Hades' isometric view for 2D platforming, but matches it in polish, speed, build variety, and constant run-to-run adaptation.

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: Action Roguelike 34.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Roguelike 13.1%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Roguelite 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: If you loved Hades for rapid movement and build experimentation, this delivers similarly intense runs centered on spell combos and skillful room clearing.

Fallen heroes of old folk tales and legends: you are on the verge of a crucial battle against the Nightmare invading and corrupting your world. A roguelike action game from the creators of Curse of the Dead Gods©, playable solo or in online co-op.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 30%, Roguelike 18.4%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Roguelite 14%, Difficult 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This isometric roguelike uses distinct heroes, punchy combat, and dark mythic flavor to hit a very similar action-build loop.

Choose one of four heroes and explore the Garden, an astral prison guarded by 12 powerful mystical bosses: the Zodiacs. Challenge them with dozens of unique spells and faithful friends by your side to unfold the story of this platform roguelite with lightning fast combat.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Roguelite 15.6%, Roguelike 10.9%, Difficult 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its build-crafting, divine-themed powers, and evolving dialogue between runs make it a natural fit for Hades fans.

Dandy Ace is an over the top action game that follows this fabulous magician seeking to combine and use his magical cards, fighting and looting his way to defeat the Green-Eyed Illusionist and free himself from a cursed mirror.

Why similar: Roguelite 19%, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, Roguelike 14.3%, Isometric 13.5%, Action 11%

Why You'll Like It: Its flashy isometric combat and build-making through combinable magic cards capture a lot of Hades' speed and combo-driven energy.

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 30.8%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Roguelite 18.2%, Roguelike 10.3%, Isometric 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This mixes Hades-like god boons and progression with survivor-style hordes, creating a similarly satisfying power-spike loop.

Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.

Why similar: Roguelite 27.9%, Roguelike 17.6%, Difficult 13.4%, RPG 10.1%, Action 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Though side-scrolling rather than isometric, its polished combat, permanent progression, and strong run variety scratch the same addictive roguelite itch.

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: Action Roguelike 33.8%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Roguelite 17.8%, Dungeon Crawler 13.9%, Roguelike 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: The crisp top-down hack-and-slash action and highly synergistic upgrades make it one of the strongest pure gameplay alternatives to Hades.

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: Action Roguelike 34.8%, Hack and Slash 26.3%, Roguelite 16.1%, Roguelike 13.6%, Action 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Fast, stylish combat and satisfying weapon-spell synergies give it the same 'one more run' momentum, just with a different aesthetic.

The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a randomly generated action RPG shooter with heavy Rogue-like elements. Following Isaac on his journey players will find bizarre treasures that change Isaac’s form giving him super human abilities and enabling him to fight off droves of mysterious creatures, discover secrets and fight his way to safety.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.4%, Roguelike 17.2%, Great Soundtrack 12.4%, Dungeon Crawler 10.4%, Difficult 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: More chaotic and opaque than Hades, but its sheer run variety and escalation are foundational to the modern action roguelite formula.

An action-adventure roguelike with a bit of RPG tossed in. Adventure deep into the UnderMine and discover powerful relics, deadly enemies, hidden secrets, and a few friends to help along the way.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 48.2%, Roguelite 21.4%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, RPG 4.4%, Roguelike 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its top-down dungeon runs, relic synergies, and steady meta progression make it a lighter but very familiar alternative.

Tunche is a charming hand-drawn action game with roguelike elements. Team up with your friends or play solo. Choose from 5 unique characters and restore peace in the Amazon rainforest!

Why similar: Mythology 22.2%, Action Roguelike 21.1%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Dungeon Crawler 11%, Roguelike 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its melee-first combat and roguelite run structure offer a lighter, co-op-friendly take on the kind of action loop Hades excels at.

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: Action Roguelike 39.5%, Roguelite 16.5%, Roguelike 14%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: Quick runs and dramatic build pivots keep the same experimentation-heavy roguelite feel, even in a 2D format.

Spiritfall is a fast-paced Action Roguelite with combat inspired by Platform Fighters. Slash, smash, launch, and wall-splat a multitude of enemies using an ever-changing arsenal of divine powers.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.2%, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Roguelite 17.9%, Roguelike 12.7%, Difficult 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It clearly channels Hades-style blessing choices and run structure while translating the formula into a platform-fighter format.

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

Why similar: Action Roguelike 53.2%, Hack and Slash 26.9%, Story Rich 7.3%, Action 6.1%, Indie 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Exceptionally polished combat and strong character build variety give it the same mastery-through-repeated-runs appeal as Hades.

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: Action Roguelike 20.8%, Mythology 20.8%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Roguelite 12.8%, Roguelike 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast action, stylish presentation, and layered build synergies make it a great pick if you want another modern action roguelite with flair.

SWORN is a 1-4 player co-op action rogue-like. Explore and reclaim a fallen Camelot from the reign of a corrupted Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table.

Why similar: Mythology 17.5%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Roguelite 11.3%, Dungeon Crawler 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its Arthurian action-roguelite structure, blessing-driven builds, and aggressive melee combat make it feel very Hades-adjacent.

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: Action Roguelike 24.8%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Roguelite 14.6%, Dungeon Crawler 14%, Roguelike 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: The comedic tone is very different, but the top-down room-clearing action and upgrade-driven runs will feel immediately familiar.

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: Action Roguelike 40.6%, Roguelike 20.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, Difficult 8.9%, Roguelite 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: If what you love most is high-tempo runs and improvising around random builds, this is one of the best shooter-side counterparts to Hades.

Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.9%, Action Roguelike 22.7%, Roguelite 15.7%, Dungeon Crawler 14.4%, Roguelike 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its top-down dungeon runs and persistent between-run progression capture some of the same satisfying cadence as Hades, even with a more relaxed pace.

Discover the world of Transistor, a sci-fi-themed action RPG from the creators of Bastion.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 48.7%, Isometric 12%, Story Rich 9%, Action RPG 6.6%, RPG 6%

Why You'll Like It: Another stylish Supergiant action game, it offers strong build tinkering and a rich atmosphere that will appeal to players who loved Hades' presentation.

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 28.7%, Hack and Slash 20.1%, Roguelite 17.3%, Roguelike 13%, Action RPG 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Fluid combat, run-based upgrades, and multiple playstyles make it a strong pick if you want a more sci-fi spin on the formula.

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.3%, Hack and Slash 23.1%, Isometric 10.2%, Story Rich 6.6%, RPG 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It is not a roguelite, but its isometric combat, narration, music, and unmistakable Supergiant feel make it an easy recommendation for Hades fans.

BREAK THE CYCLE Fight to survive as this award-winning third-person shooter brings Selene’s story to PC. Take on roguelike challenges. Engage enemies in bullet hell-fuelled clashes. Share your journey through Returnal™ with another player.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.3%, Roguelike 24.4%, Roguelite 15.1%, Difficult 8.3%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This is a much bigger-budget take on the death-loop structure, pairing fast combat and narrative unraveling with constant run adaptation.

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: Action Roguelike 21.5%, Mythology 19.5%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Roguelite 13.2%, Roguelike 9.2%

“Grab, hurl, and eliminate” Rogue-lite Core-Action!! A large-scale rebellion erupts within the spacecraft “Life Stream.” With the help of you, Rona, an android known as “Metallic Child,” stands up against a fleet of massive robots to stop the plot devised by her own creator, Doctor Irene.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.6%, Hack and Slash 29.1%, Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelite 11.2%, Action 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: This anime-styled action roguelite focuses on room-based combat, upgrades, and boss-driven runs with a similarly momentum-first structure.

Slay the Minotaur is a challenging roguelike dungeon crawler set in ancient Greece. Survive the onslaught of the labyrinth. Upgrade your skills, earn ranks, and face the Minotaur in the ultimate game of cat and mouse!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.4%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Mythology 15.6%, Roguelite 12.6%, Dungeon Crawler 11.9%

Defeat the Titans as you battle your way into Tartarus to stop Chaos from conquering Olympus and destroying the world. In this rogue-like dungeon crawler adventure, you will play as Perseus, a demigod tasked with one mission; stop Chaos and the evil forces that surround him.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.5%, Mythology 15.1%, Roguelite 12.6%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Roguelike 8.9%

Skelly Selest is a score-attack hack slash dash run 'n' gun-athon. Venture into the procedurally generated perdition depths of Hell to purge the evil taint of the Deamonica Netherlords and their fiendly followers.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.1%, Roguelite 15.7%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Roguelike 10.2%, Dungeon Crawler 10.1%

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: Action Roguelike 21.3%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Roguelite 13%, Dungeon Crawler 11.1%, Roguelike 9.7%

Rule the god of thunder and challenge all the gods of the nine realms! In this Rogue-like, hack and slash game, develop your strategy and skills, subject all the gods who challenge you to your wrath, and become the only god of the universe.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.5%, Mythology 22.3%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Roguelike 13.4%, Isometric 8.7%

Asura is an Action Rogue-like set in a fantasy world inspired by the richness of Indian mythology. It features a unique procedural skill tree which changes on every play-through.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 33%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Mythology 16.2%, Roguelite 16%, Difficult 5.4%

In this epic Norse myth-inspired roguelike dungeon crawler, wield divine power to challenge Loki and uncover the secrets of the Nine Realms through the branches of Yggdrasil. Grow stronger and reshape Ragnarok’s fate with legendary weapons of the gods.

Why similar: Mythology 19.7%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Roguelite 13.4%, Roguelike 10.8%

Pyre is a party-based RPG from the creators of Bastion and Transistor. Lead your band of exiles to freedom through a series of mystical competitions in the Campaign, or challenge a friend to a fast-paced ritual showdown in the head-to-head Versus Mode.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 47.1%, RPG 13.9%, Story Rich 13.3%, Indie 8.4%, Action 6.7%

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: Action Roguelike 21.7%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Roguelite 14.2%, Roguelike 10.6%, Dungeon Crawler 9.2%

The ROGUELITE that feels like a ROGUELIKE. Praised for its fantastically generated dungeons, real-time combat and surprising amount of content and depth. One of the BEST GAMES OF THE YEAR according to PC Gamer and VICE Waypoint.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.6%, Roguelite 22.9%, Dungeon Crawler 11%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, RPG 6.9%

Overture is an action-adventure roguelike which draws heavy inspiration from hits such as Diablo, Realm of The Mad God, Zelda, and The Binding of Isaac. Explore vast randomly generated dungeons and slay hordes of cunning enemies!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.5%, Dungeon Crawler 12.2%, Roguelite 11.8%, Roguelike 11.4%, Hack and Slash 7.7%

Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.5%, Hack and Slash 19%, Roguelite 15.3%, Dungeon Crawler 10.1%, Isometric 9.2%

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Why similar: Action Roguelike 42.7%, Roguelike 20.6%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Difficult 7.4%, Roguelite 5.6%

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: Action Roguelike 34.6%, Hack and Slash 25.8%, Roguelike 16.4%, RPG 11.5%, Action 8.4%

We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!

Why similar: Roguelike 41.4%, Roguelite 24.6%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, Difficult 6.5%, Great Soundtrack 6.1%

The gods’ torturous rule over humanity has lasted for millennia. Bent on cruelty and suffering, they demand to be served with blind worship through an oath of fealty pledged from every man, woman and child. To those who don't submit to the gods’ will; a slow and merciless death awaits.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.2%, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Roguelite 15.4%, Roguelike 12.5%, Difficult 7%

Rogues Like Us is a hack n' slash rogue-lite unlike any other! Stand against a resurging threat by yourself or with a friend in local co-op. Collect weapons, armor, enchantments, and more by exploring dangerous locales and defeating powerful bosses! Stop the constructs, save the town.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.8%, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Roguelite 14.3%, Roguelike 9.9%, Dungeon Crawler 5%

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: Action Roguelike 28.9%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Roguelite 17.1%, Roguelike 13.7%, Action RPG 5.5%

Rule the god of thunder and challenge all the gods of the nine realms! In this Rogue-like, hack and slash game, develop your strategy and skills, subject all the gods who challenge you to your wrath, and become the only god of the universe.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.3%, Mythology 30.5%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Roguelike 8.4%, Action 7.1%

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: Action Roguelike 21.9%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Roguelite 13.7%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%, Roguelike 9.1%

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: Action Roguelike 28.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Roguelite 14.7%, Difficult 6.3%

Straimium Immortaly is a shmup roguelike dungeoncrawler. Explore the butts-hard procedurally generated Cubicus battling beasties, looting endless item and weapon upgrades and defeating huge boss meanies in your vengeful quest to eradicate the Queeni Emperess.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.6%, Roguelite 16.8%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Roguelike 12.3%

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: Action Roguelike 20.4%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Roguelite 13.6%, Dungeon Crawler 11.7%, Roguelike 10.9%

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: Action Roguelike 28.1%, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Roguelite 16.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, Difficult 6.8%

Happy hour has arrived! Become the NecroBouncer and toss out rowdy guests in a roguelike adventure through the nightclub dungeon. Raise the dead, discover hundreds of relics, ban enemies and gobble up their powers. It’s one hell of a good time!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.6%, Hack and Slash 21.1%, Roguelite 16.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, Roguelike 13.4%

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 45.6%, Difficult 18.6%, Story Rich 10%, Indie 7.3%, Hand-drawn 6.4%

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.6%, Roguelike 24.9%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Difficult 8.4%, Roguelite 7.9%