Games Like Have a Nice Death

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: Metroidvania 19%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Roguelike 11.3%, Roguelite 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title defines the genre with its incredibly fluid 2D movement and fast-paced, weapon-focused combat.

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 29.4%, Roguelike 13.9%, Metroidvania 12.3%, Roguelite 12.2%, Hack and Slash 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similar 2D action-roguelike loop with a unique character-swapping mechanic that keeps gameplay fresh.

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 29.1%, Action Roguelike 24.1%, Roguelike 19.2%, Roguelite 17.4%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel maintains the high-octane combat and deep progression systems that fans of the original and Have a Nice Death will appreciate.

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 34.7%, Hack and Slash 26.9%, Roguelite 15.8%, Roguelike 13.4%, Action 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers the gold standard for narrative-driven action-roguelike combat with a polished, stylized aesthetic.

The Halloween spirit is missing! Play as Scary and help him save HallowTown. "Death or Treat" is a 2D action-roguelite and hack & slash, with handpainted environments and traditional animation. Explore all the worlds and defeat hordes of enemies using different weapons and skills.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30%, Roguelike 18.6%, Cartoon 15.4%, Cartoony 11.6%, Combat 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a very similar hand-drawn, cartoony aesthetic and corporate-satire themes within a 2D action-roguelike framework.

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 37.9%, Roguelite 19.9%, Roguelike 19.9%, Cartoony 10.5%, Action 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on tight, skill-based combat mechanics and punishing, rewarding dungeon runs.

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: Metroidvania 36%, Roguelite 13.2%, Platformer 12.8%, Roguelike 10.7%, Cartoony 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent 2D platforming roguelite that emphasizes deep progression and varied character classes.

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.6%, Cartoony 25.8%, Metroidvania 24.4%, Action 7.7%, Combat 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: While isometric, it perfectly captures the dark, whimsical tone and tight combat feel of an overworked reaper.

Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland Followers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.5%, Dark Humor 28.7%, Roguelite 16.5%, Funny 9.6%, 2D 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: It combines accessible roguelike combat with a distinct, dark-yet-cute visual style that mirrors the tone of Death's world.

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Metroidvania 55.5%, Platformer 18.5%, 2D 10.5%, Action 8.3%, Indie 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers challenging 2D combat that emphasizes precise parrying and fluid, high-stakes movement.

In this challenging, fast-paced roguelite, every death is a unique chance to rewrite fate, save Persia or die trying. Master fluid, acrobatic combat and parkour as you explore your kingdom to right your wrongs!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.4%, Roguelite 17.5%, Roguelike 14%, Cartoony 13.8%, Hack and Slash 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: It features fluid 2D movement and combat that feels very similar to modern, high-quality action-platformers.

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: Action Roguelike 41.1%, Roguelite 23.7%, Roguelike 21.2%, 2D 8%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, twin-stick 2D action game where health management is central to the roguelike experience.

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 18.3%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Roguelite 10.7%, Roguelike 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines platform-fighter mechanics with roguelike progression for a unique, combo-heavy combat feel.

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 55.5%, Roguelite 24.2%, Roguelike 4.8%, Funny 4.2%, Action 4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides solid 2D roguelike mechanics with a focus on dungeon exploration and incremental character upgrades.

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: Action Roguelike 26.7%, Roguelike 16%, Roguelite 14.2%, Cartoony 11.7%, Funny 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers chaotic, fast-paced action with a unique, colorful visual style and unpredictable roguelike elements.

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 22.4%, Action Roguelike 22.3%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Roguelite 14.1%, Platformer 13.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, chaotic 2D action game with plenty of loot and roguelike variety to keep runs feeling fresh.

Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.7%, Funny 15.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Action 9.1%, Indie 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania set in the afterlife with tight controls and a focus on exploration.

Live the life of space captain Flinthook! Armed with your mighty hookshot, your uncanny slow-motion powers and your trusty blasma pistol, plunder and fight your way through an infinite variety of randomly-assembled spaceships for treasure, loot and fame!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.8%, Roguelite 14.3%, Roguelike 14.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on high-speed 2D platforming and movement-based combat that feels very satisfying.

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: Hack and Slash 33.9%, 2D Platformer 24.3%, Platformer 17.8%, Action 9.8%, 2D 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly fast, stylish 2D action that rewards precision and quick reflexes in every encounter.

Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

Why similar: Metroidvania 62.9%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D 9.9%, Action 8.8%, Indie 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features dark, atmospheric 2D action with challenging boss encounters and a somber, death-focused narrative.

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.4%, Platformer 19.7%, Combat 12.5%, Action 7.1%, Singleplayer 4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on unique parry-based combat and surreal, dark environments that feel distinct and rewarding.

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: Metroidvania 40.6%, 2D Platformer 16%, Hack and Slash 15%, Platformer 9.7%, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: The stunning 2D art style is paired with challenging, visceral combat that rewards mastery of mechanics.

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: Metroidvania 36.5%, Action Roguelike 29.6%, Platformer 12.1%, Roguelike 7.4%, 2D 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: The hand-drawn art style and chaotic, large-scale combat encounters provide a similar visual and mechanical intensity.

Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Platformer 14.3%, Roguelike 11.1%, 2D 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Fast-paced 2D action that emphasizes fluid movement and a wide variety of weapon types.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Metroidvania 58.5%, Gothic 23.4% ★, Platformer 7.8%, Action 6.3%, 2D 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished 2D action game with deep character customization and classic exploration elements.

A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.

Why similar: Platformer 26%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Comedy 15%, Funny 12.9%, Action 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar dark, irreverent humor and 2D platforming action set in a bizarre underworld.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Hack and Slash 18%, Platformer 18%, Action 8.4%, 2D 7%

Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful hand-drawn art and fluid, combo-heavy combat that feels very polished.

Soul of Roses is a 2D rogue light action game. Absorb the abilities of your enemies, fight, die, revive, and repeat to advance the story.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.4%, Dark Humor 17.3%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Roguelike 10.6%, Roguelite 10.5%

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 31%, Hack and Slash 26%, Roguelite 18.1%, Roguelike 13.5%, 2D 5%

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: Action Roguelike 27.1%, Metroidvania 18.1%, Roguelite 15.9%, Roguelike 13.3%, Platformer 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D roguelike that focuses on exploration, traps, and class-based combat depth.

Welcome to Purgatory, inc. now under new management! Death by Scrolling is an action game where you kill enemies, collect gold, and avoid the Reaper long enough to pay the Ferrymanʼs exorbitant river-crossing fee to the afterlife.

Why similar: Dark Humor 31%, Roguelite 16.1%, Comedy 10.6%, Cartoony 8.8%, Funny 8.8%

Unsouled is a 2D action RPG game requiring immense elaborate control. Take a break from repetitive attack and dodge action by challenging yourself with the world of Unsouled.

Why similar: Combat 35.1%, Action 24.7%, 2D 24.6%, Indie 15.5%

Why You'll Like It: High-speed, skill-based 2D combat that rewards precise timing and aggressive playstyles.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Funny 9.1%, 2D 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Incredible 2D action-platforming with a humorous tone and tight, responsive controls.

There’s no R.I.P at E-Lich Corp! Explore the afterlife in this roguelite bullet heaven that is all about humor, insane power-levels, replayability and awful office jokes. Reap souls along your undead coworkers in a company that values your life. And death. Literally.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.2%, Roguelite 15.4%, Funny 12.5%, Dark Humor 12.2%, Roguelike 11.7%

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 23.1%, Hack and Slash 22.8%, Roguelike 14.3%, Roguelite 13.3%, 2D Platformer 10.1%

Blade of the Netherworld is a fast-paced 2D Roguelite platformer. Don divine masks as a Yin-Yang Enforcer, slashing through the underworld to defeat gods, demons, and spirits. Combine a variety of items, master combat skills, and create limitless, high-speed carnage with a free-form action system.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.4%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Dark Humor 14.5%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Roguelike 8.9%

A lightning-fast 1–3 player co-op roguelite from the creators of Dead Cells. DASH, DIVE and DESTROY across a shattered world. Build wild loadouts, unleash devastating Alterattacks, and become the last stand against the Vortex.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.8%, Metroidvania 21.3%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Roguelite 12.3%, Roguelike 11.3%

Slash and survive a typical workday as Dracula's overworked and underappreciated servant! You'll have a bloody good time as you rampage through New Orleans to find fresh victims for your narcissistic boss.

Why similar: Gothic 33.4% ★, Action Roguelike 27.2%, Roguelite 15.4%, Roguelike 10%, 2D 5.7%

Reignbreaker is a high-octane action rogue-like set in a dystopian medievalpunk world. Step into the boots of Clef, a fearless rebel ready to rid the world of the Kingdom’s oppression, take down the Elite and lay siege to the Queen’s grand Bastion. Grab your javelin and become The Reignbreaker!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.8%, Action Roguelike 20.4%, Cartoon 15.9%, Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelite 12.6%

Cryptical Path is an action rogue-lite that pushes the boundaries of the genre. Play the Architect, build your own rooms, and tame an ever-changing labyrinth you've been summoned in.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.7%, Action Roguelike 21.7%, Dark Humor 14.5%, Roguelike 13.2%, 2D Platformer 8.2%

Get ready to massacre monsters, race your rivals, and combat corpses of your fellow guards as you race to escape Black Iron Prison in the critically acclaimed roguelike, [REDACTED].

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.7%, Action Roguelike 21.2%, Dark Humor 19.5%, Roguelite 12.7%, Roguelike 12.3%

Death is not the end: defeat infernal foes until you die and carry on the fight with your eternal soul and memories in a new body!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.7%, Action Roguelike 26.1%, Roguelike 19.4%, Roguelite 10.6%, Combat 5.6%

Nightmare: The Lunatic is a parrying action rogue-lite platformer game about escaping a nightmare. Constantly swap between 3 weapons, use special attacks, and avoid and parry enemy attacks. Strengthen yourself by collecting powerful and unique totems.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.5%, Action Roguelike 21.1%, Metroidvania 18%, Roguelike 11.3%, Roguelite 11.2%

Soulbind: Prologue is an action platformer in the Roguelike genre. The hero is a common skeleton and an outsider. But there is one special feature - you can replace your body parts with parts of your opponents' bodies. Learn the backstory and start your journey in the world of Allaar.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.2%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Dark Humor 15.7%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Roguelite 10.5%

Reap and Rush is an absurdly addictive action roguelike. Step into the role of an underworld envoy thrust into a chaotic underworld. Fight through hordes of Yaoguai, leveling-up skills to become a soul-harvesting reaper and unravel a shocking conspiracy across endless cycles...

Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.2%, Cartoony 18.7%, Roguelite 18.4%, Action 8%, 2D 7.1%

Enter the world of Zlime, an action Roguelike game where you'll embark on a thrilling adventure in a demonic realm. Experience an unique transformation system, devour your foes, enhance your powers, and battle your way to victory! Prepare for an exhilarating and challenging gameplay experience!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.4%, Cartoon 15%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Roguelike 14.6%, Roguelite 12.5%

This is an exhilarating action and shooting game where you fight using weapons with different abilities.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.2%, Hack and Slash 33.9%, Roguelite 18.3%, 2D 6%, Action 4.2%

Death is not the end. You’ve been chosen as the Ankou, a servant of Death who aids lost souls using the tools of your old trade. Roam haunted lands to find resources, craft weapons, and slay hordes of demons in this action-exploration roguelike.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.6%, Action Roguelike 32.9%, Roguelike 22.9%, Action 5.2%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

Why similar: Metroidvania 59.2%, Platformer 16.6%, 2D 10%, Indie 4.9%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Morbid Metal is a hack-and-slash action rogue-lite where you shapeshift into powerful characters. Switch in real time to unleash unique combos and slaughter hordes of deadly machines and intense bosses.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.7%, Action Roguelike 34.6%, Roguelite 17%, Action 6.6%, Singleplayer 4.1%

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 33.5%, Action Roguelike 32.7%, Roguelite 20.2%, Roguelike 10%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Meet new friends and foes, visit strange lands, and outfit yourself on a quest to keep the entire land from collapsing underfoot! Jump, slash, and dig your way down an ever-changing chasm of mystery in this standalone Shovel Knight adventure.

Why similar: Dark Humor 22.1%, Action Roguelike 20.5%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Roguelike 13%, Cartoony 11.9%

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: Roguelike 27.3%, Roguelite 27.2%, Action 23.2%, Indie 12.3%, 2D 5.9%

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 46.5%, Funny 19.5%, 2D 10.1%, Action 8.7%, Singleplayer 8.1%

You are an intern trapped in an endless office hell. Fight your way through demonic coworkers, get promoted, and find a way to escape this cursed skyscraper.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.5%, Action Roguelike 30.1%, Comedy 14.6%, Combat 9.6%, Action 5.5%

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: Hack and Slash 29.6%, Action Roguelike 25%, Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelite 16.8%, Action 4.9%

A 2D video game that combines platforming and action with a touch of exploration in which we control Morkull, God of death and darkness and lord of the Ragast, whose main mechanics lies in the breaking of the fourth wall, which will allow Morkull to communicate with the player in various ways.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Hack and Slash 20.6%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Cartoon 12.4%, Comedy 7.9%

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: Metroidvania 24.5%, Action Roguelike 22.1%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Roguelike 13.5%, Platformer 9.4%

Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 51.1%, Gothic 22.5% ★, Platformer 8.2%, 2D 6.4%, Action 3.8%

Summum Aeterna is a fast-paced Roguelite inspired by the Metroidvania Aeterna Noctis. Create your own worlds, challenges, difficulty and influences in each new run. Die, learn, become stronger, and achieve victory. Death is inevitable, but glory is only for the chosen.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.2%, Action Roguelike 20.7%, Roguelite 13.2%, Roguelike 12.9%, Funny 8.4%