- #1 Hades II
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 120,711 reviews2025
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 24.3 hrsMean: 42.7 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: Action RPG 15.9%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Roguelike 11.2%, Dungeon Crawler 11.1%, Action Roguelike 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in action-roguelike design that features fluid combat and deep, rewarding build variety.
- #2 Curse of the Dead Gods
96% matchVery Positive84% of 9,155 reviews2021
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Isometric 18.2%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, Roguelike 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy dungeon crawler emphasizes tactical combat and roguelike mechanics that mirror the intensity of the seed game.
- #3 Grim Dawn
96% matchVery Positive94% of 106,543 reviews2016
Dev: Crate Entertainment
Windows
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 65.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.
Why similar: Action RPG 59.1%, Loot 10.5%, Hack and Slash 8.7%, Isometric 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for dark fantasy ARPGs, offering unparalleled loot systems and build customization for fans of the genre.
- #4 Death Must Die
95% matchVery Positive90% of 21,625 reviews2023
Dev: Realm Archive
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 21.2 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 RPG 16.1%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Loot 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that leans heavily into loot and build variety, making every run feel unique and rewarding.
- #5 The Slormancer
94% matchVery Positive81% of 7,331 reviews2025
Dev: Slormite Studios
Windows
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 26.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fight hordes of enemies led by The Slormancer, an evil warlock from the past, in an absurd yet epic Action RPG! Experience fast-paced gameplay, loads of shiny loot, tons of collectibles, countless hours of content, and carefully crafted pixel art.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.7%, Loot 22.6%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Dungeon Crawler 16.7%, Isometric 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, loot-centric experience that perfectly balances dungeon-crawling progression with hack-and-slash action.
- #6 Mortal Sin
93% matchVery Positive94% of 5,833 reviews2025
Dev: Nikola Todorovic
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Hack and Slash 16%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Loot 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 11%
Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that offers intense, stylized combat and a dark atmosphere perfect for fans of perma-death challenges.
- #7 Children of Morta
94% matchVery Positive88% of 22,921 reviews2019
Dev: Dead MagePub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 RPG 17.3%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Dungeon Crawler 13.3%, Roguelike 12.9%, Action Roguelike 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven ARPG-roguelike hybrid that excels at blending dark fantasy storytelling with satisfying character progression.
- #8 Ravenswatch
92% matchMostly Positive80% of 21,998 reviews2024
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Roguelike 23.6%, Action Roguelike 21.8%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Roguelite 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-roguelike that captures the dark fantasy aesthetic while focusing on fast-paced, skill-based combat.
- #9 No Rest for the Wicked
91% matchVery Positive80% of 79,168 reviews2024
Dev: Moon Studios GmbH
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
From Moon Studios, the award-winning creators of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, comes No Rest for the Wicked, a unique, visceral Action RPG set in a hand-crafted world with Souls-like combat. Featuring co-op for up to four players.
Why similar: Action RPG 30.7%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Isometric 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Stylized 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A stylized, dark fantasy ARPG that delivers visceral, weight-heavy combat and a rich, atmospheric world.
- #10 Halls of Torment
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 31,594 reviews2024
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 24.1 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 RPG 25.2%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Roguelike 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: Captures a gritty, dark fantasy aesthetic while providing addictive, character-driven progression and combat.
- #11 Chronicon
90% matchVery Positive94% of 9,673 reviews2020
Dev: Subworld
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Use the magical device known as the Chronicon to travel into the souls and memories of fallen heroes to re-live their grand tales! Epic adventures full of loot and monsters await!
Why similar: Action RPG 28.6%, Loot 28%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.9%, RPG 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced ARPG that features extensive loot systems and roguelike-style progression in a satisfying pixel-art style.
- #12 Corpse Keeper
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,406 reviews2024
Dev: Melancholia StudioPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Corpse Keeper is a very challenging action-strategy roguelite. You'll need to lead a squad of three corpses to explore the grim and dark medieval world within limited time, build a powerful army of the living dead, and finally kill the demon lurking in the deep end of the cathedral.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.3%, Perma Death 13%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Dungeon Crawler 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 10%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging dark fantasy ARPG that focuses on tactical combat and managing resources during dungeon runs.
- #13 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
88% matchVery Positive83% of 6,281 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Why similar: Action RPG 26%, Dungeon Crawler 16.3%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Action Roguelike 14%, Roguelike 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op dungeon crawler that integrates roguelike progression and persistent upgrades for a highly addictive loop.
- #14 Victor Vran ARPG
89% matchVery Positive86% of 6,443 reviews2015
Dev: Haemimont Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Victor Vran is the isometric action-RPG where your skill is just as essential as your character build and gear. Experience intense combat action: dodge, jump and unleash powerful skills to finish off your enemies!
Why similar: Action RPG 35.7%, Hack and Slash 20.5%, Loot 13.4%, Isometric 11.4%, Dungeon Crawler 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced hack-and-slash that emphasizes movement and action-oriented combat over traditional slow-paced RPG mechanics.
- #15 Netherworld Covenant
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 697 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 RPG 16.3%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Dungeon Crawler 10.7%, Perma Death 10.3%, Isometric 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A focused action-roguelike that emphasizes hack-and-slash combat and character progression in a dark setting.
- #16 Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem
87% matchMixed56% of 67,885 reviews2020
Dev: WOLCEN Studio
Windows
Median: 16.2 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Carve your path in this Hack’n’Slash free from class boundaries. Purify a world shattered by corruption, and uncover the grim secrets and forgotten horrors lurking in the shadows of this forsaken land as you rise in Power. Your Inner aspect beckons—will you answer?
Why similar: Action RPG 22.9%, Loot 16.8%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Isometric 13.2%, Dungeon Crawler 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: A visually striking dark fantasy ARPG that features extensive character customization and satisfying combat mechanics.
- #17 Heretical
85% matchVery Positive85% of 992 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.8 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: Action RPG 17.3%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Loot 10.2%, Action Roguelike 9.8%, Isometric 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike with strong dark fantasy elements and a focus on replayability through randomized dungeon encounters.
- #18 Anima : The Reign of Darkness
86% matchMixed69% of 634 reviews2021
Dev: Redeev
Windows
Explore a dark fantasy world, descend into the darkest depths and fight hordes of demons in this fast paced Action RPG. Fully customize your character, loot hunderd of unique items and destroy the evil that is corrupting the world once again!
Why similar: Action RPG 28.4%, Hack and Slash 21.5%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Isometric 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style dungeon-crawling ARPG that captures the dark, gritty atmosphere and loot-heavy gameplay of the genre.
- #19 Last Epoch
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 118,260 reviews2024
Dev: Eleventh Hour Games
Windows
Median: 39.0 hrsMean: 88.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Uncover the Past, Reforge the Future. Ascend into one of 15 mastery classes and explore dangerous dungeons, hunt epic loot, craft legendary weapons, and wield the power of over a hundred transformative skill trees. Last Epoch is being developed by a team of passionate Action RPG enthusiasts.
Why similar: Action RPG 35.3%, Loot 24.2%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Isometric 11.4%, Dungeon Crawler 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep build customization and complex loot systems that will appeal to any player who enjoys the theory-crafting side of ARPGs.
- #20 Striving for Light
84% matchVery Positive80% of 237 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: Action RPG 18%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Perma Death 11.4%, Dungeon Crawler 10%, Loot 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique skill tree and intense action-roguelike combat that challenges players to optimize their builds.
- #21 KILL KNIGHT
82% matchVery Positive94% of 1,986 reviews2024
Dev: PlaySide
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
KILL KNIGHT is an ultra-responsive arcade-inspired isometric action shooter. Condemned to eternal sufferance, deep within the voids of an eldritch arena, you must wield an arsenal of devastating weaponry to obliterate swarms of otherworldly horrors - and MASTER THE DEMON WITHIN.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.8%, Stylized 27%, Isometric 19.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Action 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A stylized, high-octane action game that delivers a dark, arcade-like experience focused on pure combat skill.
- #22 Into the Necrovale
83% matchVery Positive86% of 623 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.7 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: Action RPG 19.4%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Dungeon Crawler 12.6%, Loot 12.3%, Action Roguelike 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that excels at providing meaningful loot and build variety to keep the gameplay loop fresh.
- #23 Path of Exile
82% matchVery Positive89% of 247,756 reviews2013
Dev: Grinding Gear Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 204.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.9%, Loot 15.6%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Dungeon Crawler 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, complex ARPG with an immense skill tree and loot system that provides endless depth for dedicated players.
- #24 V Rising
79% matchVery Positive89% of 135,460 reviews2024
Dev: Stunlock Studios
Windows
Median: 21.1 hrsMean: 57.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Awaken as a Vampire. Hunt for blood in nearby settlements to regain your strength and evade the scorching sun to survive. Raise your castle and thrive in an ever-changing, open world full of mystery. Gain allies online and conquer the land of the living.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 77.8%, Action 14.5%, Singleplayer 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines dark fantasy action with significant loot and progression systems in a unique, top-down survival-ARPG format.
- #25 Shadow of the Depth
81% matchMixed70% of 475 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: Action RPG 16.5%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Perma Death 11.9%, Dungeon Crawler 11.7%, Action Roguelike 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that prioritizes fast-paced combat and diverse character builds in a dark, stylized world.
- #26 Dragon Is Dead
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 694 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: Action RPG 23.3%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelike 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that leans into dark fantasy themes and provides a robust loot system for character progression.
- #27 Reignbreaker
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 534 reviews2025
Dev: Studio FizbinPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Action RPG 25.1%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, Action Roguelike 13%, Roguelike 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with roguelike elements that delivers fast, responsive combat and a dark, atmospheric world.
- #28 Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel
77% matchVery Positive83% of 7,590 reviews2025
Dev: Games FarmPub: Grindstone
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 RPG 23%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Isometric 13.2%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelike 10.5%
- #29 Torchlight II
79% matchVery Positive93% of 45,389 reviews2012
Dev: Runic GamesPub: XD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer.
Why similar: Action RPG 32.2%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Loot 19.6%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, RPG 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic loot-driven hack-and-slash that remains a benchmark for satisfying combat and dungeon exploration.
- #30 Lost in Random: The Eternal Die
76% matchVery Positive87% of 954 reviews2025
Dev: Stormteller GamesPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 RPG 16.3%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Action Roguelike 11.7%, Isometric 10.8%, Dungeon Crawler 10.4%
- #31 Titan Quest Anniversary Edition
78% matchVery Positive90% of 37,674 reviews2016
Dev: Iron Lore EntertainmentPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 36.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
For its 10 year anniversary, Titan Quest will shine in new splendour. This Anniversary Edition combines both Titan Quest and Titan Quest Immortal Throne in one game, and has been given a massive overhaul for the ultimate ARPG experience.
Why similar: Action RPG 30.7%, Loot 22.7%, Hack and Slash 22.7%, RPG 8.8%, Isometric 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary ARPG that offers deep character building and a vast world to explore for fans of classic loot-based gameplay.
- #32 Cinderia
75% matchVery Positive88% of 3,946 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, skill 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 17.3%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Action RPG 13.8%, Dungeon Crawler 12.7%, Roguelike 10.9%
- #33 Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Martyr
78% matchMostly Positive76% of 22,160 reviews2018
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enter the Chaos-infested Caligari Sector and purge the unclean with the most powerful agents of the Imperium of Man! W40k: Inquisitor – Martyr is a grim Action-RPG featuring multiple classes of the Inquisition who will carry out the Emperor’s will.
Why similar: Action RPG 33.9%, Loot 22.4%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Isometric 10.6%, RPG 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric ARPG that focuses on heavy loot drops and intense, visceral combat against hordes of enemies.
- #34 Rogue Loops
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 303 reviews2025
Dev: Fubu Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
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: Action RPG 17.5%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Dungeon Crawler 12%, Action Roguelike 11.6%, Perma Death 11%
- #35 Halls of Torment: Prelude
76% matchVery Positive93% of 1,412 reviews2023
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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 RPG 18%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Dungeon Crawler 12.8%, Isometric 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%
- #36 Conquest Dark
74% matchVery Positive90% of 2,549 reviews2025
Dev: Eldritch Sword GamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience an ARPG's rapid ascension to power in minutes, packed with savage, survivors-like action and devastating sword & sorcery combat. Perfect your builds through Dark Ritual runs that will decide humanity's future as you battle endless hordes across haunting ruins and cursed kingdoms.
Why similar: Action RPG 28.4%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Isometric 11.3%, Roguelike 10.3%, Alternate History 10.1%
- #37 Hell Shooter
75% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: PLAY Mephistowaltz
Windows
Hell Shooter is a roguelike dungeon crawler game. It features unique attack methods, exhilarating action, an oriental hellish atmosphere, and each character's storytelling.
Why similar: Action RPG 19.9%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Dungeon Crawler 14.4%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%
- #38 Skull Horde
74% matchVery Positive82% of 999 reviews2026
Dev: 8BitSkull
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Skull Horde is an auto battler dungeon crawler where you play as a flying skull necromancer. Find powerful loot and create overpowered builds. Summon a horde of skeletons in a battle of bone versus flesh!
Why similar: Action RPG 20.5%, Loot 15.1%, Dungeon Crawler 14.6%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Action Roguelike 11.8%
- #39 Darkblade Ascent
73% matchVery Positive82% of 546 reviews2025
Dev: PST Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.
Why similar: Action RPG 18%, Loot 15.8%, Dungeon Crawler 13.9%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Action Roguelike 12%
- #40 Army of Ruin
73% matchVery Positive88% of 2,763 reviews2023
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wreak havoc on countless foes with mighty weapons and deadly spells! Enhance your skills and face even greater dangers! Army of Ruin is an auto-shooter where you become the Bullet Hell.
Why similar: Action RPG 28.9%, Hack and Slash 20.7%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 10.8%
- #41 Keeper's Toll
73% matchVery Positive90% of 783 reviews2024
Dev: Stingbot Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Delve into Keeper’s Toll, an action-packed roguelite brimming with challenge and despair. Survive against an onslaught of relentless hordes and grueling bosses with skill-based ARPG gameplay. Embrace the darkness and cleanse these cursed lands.
Why similar: Action RPG 29.2%, Action Roguelike 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelite 12.3%
- #42 HELLBREAK
70% matchVery Positive81% of 274 reviews2026
Dev: Double Barrel GamesPub: Biotech Gameworks
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
HELLBREAK is a fast-paced roguelite, survivor-like FPS where you fight through escalating waves in brutal arenas in Hell. Build powerful loadouts, earn favor from demon lords to unlock new gear, and climb the leaderboards for your salvation.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.9%, Dark Fantasy 24.3%, Roguelite 20.1%, Horror 9.8%, 3D 8.3%
- #43 GOD FORSAKEN
71% matchMixed68% of 1,782 reviews2026
Dev: insight studio
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The God - Forsaken Land is a roguelike survival adventure game that combines the features of Diablo. In this abandoned land of despair, you fend off endless monsters, light a fire in the darkness, and search for that faint glimmer of hope.
Why similar: Loot 26.1%, Action Roguelike 18.8%, Roguelike 14.3%, Hack and Slash 13%, Stylized 10.4%
- #44 FELLCHASER
71% 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 17%, Perma Death 16.9%, Dungeon Crawler 15.8%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #45 Megabonk
67% matchVery Positive95% of 103,667 reviews2025
Dev: vedinad
Windows · Linux
Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 31.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Smash your way through endless waves of enemies and grow absurdly powerful! Grab loot, level up, unlock characters and upgrade to create unique and crazy builds as you fend off hordes of creatures!
Why similar: Loot 25.7%, Action Roguelike 22.8%, Roguelike 19.2%, Roguelite 13.3%, Hack and Slash 10.5%
- #46 Striving for Light: Survival
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 167 reviews2023
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Striving for Light: Survival brings the exploration of infinite expanding skill trees to the arena survival roguelite genre. Unlock new characters, weapons, skills and maps, slay hordes of monsters and take on massive boss fights.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.8%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Perma Death 10.8%, Roguelike 10.7%
- #47 Halftime Heroes
72% matchMostly Positive70% of 322 reviews2023
Dev: Bigboot Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
SURVIVE COUNTLESS HORDES, BE A ONE MAN ARMY, DIE AND RETURN STRONGER. Halftime Heroes is a Survival Rogue Action RPG game with short and intense matches where you learn spells, level up, acquire loot and fight bosses. Each time you die you may upgrade or unlock several features.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.1%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Hack and Slash 13%, Roguelike 12.8%, Dungeon Crawler 11.8%
- #48 20 Minutes Till Dawn
68% matchVery Positive91% of 28,920 reviews2023
Dev: flanne
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Action Roguelike 30.2%, Dark Fantasy 23.6%, Roguelite 16.8%, Horror 13%, RPG 9.1%
- #49 Bloodshed
68% matchVery Positive85% of 1,850 reviews2025
Dev: com8com1 SoftwarePub: Headup
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Bloodshed is a Roguelite Survivors FPS; an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.1%, Dark Fantasy 32.4%, Roguelite 22.2%, Action 7%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #50 Tower of Babel: Survivors of Chaos
67% matchMixed68% of 6,276 reviews2026
Dev: NANOO
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Bullet Heaven x Endless Loot! Create Your Own Build in this Roguelite Action RPG.
Why similar: Loot 18.8%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Action Roguelike 14%, Action RPG 11.9%, Roguelike 11.2%
- #51 An Ankou
70% matchMixed68% of 614 reviews2023
Dev: AlkemiPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
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 25.8%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Roguelike 20.5%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Isometric 6.8%
- #52 Undungeon
71% matchMixed64% of 377 reviews2021
Dev: Laughing MachinesPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Undungeon is a gorgeous Action/RPG driven by intense real-time combat and an immensely rich science fiction story. Travel between dimensions and change the world around you in an attempt to reconstruct the shattered Multiverse.
Why similar: Action RPG 29.8%, Dungeon Crawler 17.6%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Isometric 12.1%, Roguelike 9.4%
- #53 Dwarven Realms
67% matchVery Positive82% of 3,543 reviews2024
Dev: Crater Studios
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Face massive hordes of mobs and unleash chaotic abilities that paint the screen with mayhem. Dive into the largest mob density of any 3D ARPG and slay them all. Wield epic powers, create your build, and shape a world of endless possibilities in the action-packed ARPG experience.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.8%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Dungeon Crawler 14.2%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelike 9.7%
- #54 DISORDER
70% matchMixed50% of 121 reviews2025
Dev: GRUMPY
Windows
Escape the department store and uncover the hidden truth in this full 3D roguelike dungeon crawler
Why similar: Action RPG 19.3%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Perma Death 12.3%, Dungeon Crawler 12.1%, Action Roguelike 10.7%
- #55 The Unliving
69% matchMixed63% of 892 reviews2023
Dev: RocketBrush GamesPub: Team17 Digital
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Raise the dead as a fearsome Necromancer in the dark world of The Unliving! Lead your undead armies into the endless fight in this rogue-lite action RPG game. Burn cities to ash with devastating magic spells, slay epic bosses and turn your enemies into morbid servants.
Why similar: Action RPG 15.7%, Perma Death 12.2%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%, Isometric 9.4%
- #56 Hollow Survivors
67% matchVery Positive82% of 193 reviews2025
Dev: Danny DeerPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 and weapons, and save the Tower.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.5%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Roguelike 10.6%
- #57 Knight Crawlers
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 95 reviews2023
Dev: Good Morning GamesPub: iterco
Windows
Spawn your own enemies in this wobbly physics based rogue-lite action RPG and mow down hundreds of foes to your heart’s content. Fend off the Hordes of the Corrupted Realms by choosing powerful skill cards, enchanting equipment, and extracting living essence to upgrade your crawler.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.4%, Dungeon Crawler 15.8%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Loot 13.6%
- #58 Tower of Kalemonvo
66% matchVery Positive84% of 468 reviews2025
Dev: osurPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Crawl to the top of the TOWER OF KALEMONVO, a hardcore isometric ARPG with randomly generated levels meant for fans of slower paced action games. Fight cultists and monsters, scavenge for magical loot, learn powerful spells and fully customize your stats and skills!
Why similar: Action RPG 22.8%, Loot 17.9%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.5%, Isometric 12%
- #59 Arms of God
63% matchVery Positive89% of 1,472 reviews2026
Dev: Dark Jay Studio
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Gear up for a battle through hell in this roguelite Bullet Heaven Arena Autoshooter with Doom-inspired gore vibes, metal music, and a satisfying combat feel. Wield five weapons at once, upgrade and merge them to forge indestructible builds, and bring divine justice to a world on the brink of chaos.
Why similar: Action RPG 28.7%, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Roguelike 13.8%, Roguelite 10.6%
- #60 NecroBouncer
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 135 reviews2022
Dev: Alchemy SheepPub: Ravenage Games
Windows · Mac
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 18.8%, Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Roguelike 13.8%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Perma Death 11.9%