Games Like Hellslave

Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 28.2%, Dungeon Crawler 27.5%, Dark Fantasy 22.6%, RPG 9.2%, Dark 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive dark fantasy dungeon crawler featuring punishing turn-based combat and a heavy emphasis on managing stress and sanity.

Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 22.4%, RPG 18.3%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%, Dark 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a necromancer commanding an undead army in a dark, turn-based strategy game that mirrors the demonic themes of Hellslave.

Escape from “Yomi” – a dungeon filled with riches – and danger. Make use of your powerful skills and magic items to create exits and reach the surface alive.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37%, Turn-Based Combat 19.2%, RPG 17.1%, Dark 11.1%, Gore 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, dark-fantasy dungeon crawler that emphasizes grid-based exploration and strategic turn-based party combat.

Fear & Hunger is a horror dungeon crawler set in the dark and hopeless dungeons of fear and hunger. The game is a hybrid of survival horror and dungeon crawler genres with its influences ranging from Silent Hill to Nethack. There are roguelike elements to the game as well as a heavy foundation of a j-RPG.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30%, Gore 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, RPG 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: An uncompromisingly dark and brutal dungeon crawler that forces players to make difficult choices in a nightmarish world.

Cast into the Great Well, unwanted by the world above. You delve the dark in search of the Old One, your last salvation. Lunacid is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by Shadow Tower and King’s Field.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37.9%, Dark Fantasy 26.9%, RPG 9.2%, First-Person 7.7%, Action RPG 7%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler that excels at creating a melancholic and dark atmosphere through its unique art style and exploration.

Vambrace: Cold Soul is a story-driven roguelite set amidst a frozen landscape. Plan expeditions, then journey to the cursed city surface with your party. Wield unique powers, avoid traps, brave strange encounters, and survive deadly combat in this gothic fantasy adventure!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, RPG 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Demons 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic, turn-based roguelite that requires careful party management while navigating a frozen, cursed city.

Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler with survival elements. It's inspired by classic cRPG from the 90s. An old-school game for hardcore players.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Demons 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Gore 13.4%, Dark 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A grid-based dungeon crawler that leans heavily into its dark, infernal setting and tactical combat.

Path of Achra is a dark fantasy roguelike of the ancient earth, with a focus on streamlined controls and rapid hero customization. A "broken build sandbox." Fight through the deadly lands of Achra to reach the horrors of the Obelisk, and discover what lies beyond...

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.1%, Turn-Based Combat 24.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, Character Customization 16.8%, RPG 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A highly customizable, turn-based roguelike that captures the dark, abstract, and challenging nature of demonic character building.

Paper Sorcerer is a stylish single player turn based RPG focused on strategy, party-building, and environmental puzzles. Fight with the skills and spells you've learned in a battle system that emphasizes strategy over grinding. Assemble a party of monsters and dark creatures to fight alongside you.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Character Customization 11%

Why You'll Like It: Features a striking, hand-drawn art style and turn-based combat that feels very similar to the aesthetic and mechanical focus of Hellslave.

Thyria is an RPG, a unique combination of dynamic exploration, turn-based combat and crafting. Summon and train a team of Guardians, who will accompany Thyria into the minds of the cursed villagers. Help them vanquish their nightmares.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30%, Dark Fantasy 19.5%, Hand-drawn 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, RPG 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that focuses on dungeon exploration and managing a party through procedural, dark environments.

Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26%, RPG 24.7%, Turn-Based Combat 21%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, 2D 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, turn-based open-world RPG that captures the brutal difficulty and dungeon-crawling focus of the genre.

Dark Bestiary is a turn-based tactic game with RPG elements. The very core of the game consists of continuous and exciting battles with monsters rather than a deep story. So, you will have to explore a rich combat system and discover your character’s possibilities.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Dungeon Crawler 15.7%, Loot 12.8%, Character Customization 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that focuses on deep character customization and tactical combat within a dark fantasy setting.

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: Dungeon Crawler 24.5%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Demons 13.7%, Action RPG 12.3%, Character Customization 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that provides a dark, atmospheric dungeon-crawling experience with a focus on character progression.

Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler set in a Dark Fantasy version of the Imperial Rome. Create and develop your party, explore catacombs, manage your Gladiatorial School and fight demons and undead to free Rome. Inspired by old-school cRPG from the 80s and 90s.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Gore 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based, grid-movement dungeon crawler that captures the dark, tactical feel of classic RPGs.

A turn-based, party-based RPG set in the Age of Decadence world and focused on squad level tactical combat. Fight your way out of prison mine or die trying.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.8%, Turn-Based Combat 29.3%, Dark Fantasy 21.7%, RPG 11.3%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A pure, turn-based dungeon crawler focused on tactical combat and survival in a gritty, unforgiving environment.

Deep Sky Derelicts is an original combination of turn-based strategy and RPG, enriched with tactical card combat and popular roguelike elements. Explore derelict alien ships, fight, loot and upgrade your gear, all in distinctive retro-futuristic comic book aesthetic style.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.3%, Turn-Based Combat 29.7%, RPG 23%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi, its dark, comic-book art style and turn-based tactical combat provide a similar gameplay loop to Hellslave.

Cleveland Mark Blakemore's Magnum Opus! The ultimate classic style turn-based roleplaying game in the tradition of Wizardry, Might&Magic, Lands Of Lore and Eye of the Beholder! 600+ hours of play with hand-painted graphics and old skool goodness!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 58.2%, RPG 26.8%, Indie 5.3%, Adventure 4%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, old-school dungeon crawler that offers the same depth of character customization and dark fantasy world-building.

Fight horrific enemies and utilize powerful spell fusions to overcome the cruel fate of mages and see the light of freedom.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.5%, Turn-Based Combat 20.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, RPG 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG that features a dark, melancholic tone and turn-based combat reminiscent of classic dungeon crawlers.

Operencia: The Stolen Sun embraces everything you love about classic first-person dungeon-crawlers, enhancing the old-school turn-based RPG experience with modern sensibilities. Guide a team of memorable characters through a world inspired by Central European mythology.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.8%, Turn-Based Combat 26.2%, RPG 13.3%, Action RPG 11.3%, Indie 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic grid-based dungeon crawler that offers a polished experience with atmospheric exploration and turn-based encounters.

Explore various dungeons, making use of various weapons and magic! Challenge the most deadly locations, make your name as an adventurer! Clear the corridors of monsters, collecting tools and weapons as you go. Watch out for booby traps!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.9%, RPG 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Character Customization 9%, Dark 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward dungeon crawler that emphasizes the classic loop of fighting monsters and looting in dark corridors.

An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 40.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 23%, RPG 22.3%, Adventure 8.1%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines deck-building and turn-based RPG mechanics in a dark fantasy setting that rewards strategic party planning.

Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawling role playing game with a modern execution but an oldschool heart. A group of four prisoners have shipwrecked on the secluded Isle of Nex. The island is filled with ancient crumbled ruins, mysterious shrines and a vast underground network of dungeons.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 62.5%, RPG 21%, First-Person 8.9%, Adventure 3.8%, Indie 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential dungeon crawler that excels at environmental puzzles and atmospheric tension in a dangerous world.

Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 38.3%, RPG 20.3%, Character Customization 16.5%, First-Person 10.7%, Action RPG 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world RPG with a distinct, dark aesthetic that emphasizes exploration and uncovering the secrets of a decaying world.

A dark fantasy RPG dungeon crawler, with challenging real-time tactical combat, a wide variety of spells, and a dark and brooding dungeon full of lethal enemies, sadistic traps, and mind-bending puzzles.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32%, Dark Fantasy 26%, RPG 12.8%, Horror 10.3%, Action RPG 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that leans into horror themes and grid-based movement to create a tense atmosphere.

A turn-based tactical RPG in which you will explore a harsh planet teeming with terrifying monsters. Experiment with talent builds for 23 heroes. Combine abilities with equipment and other characters. Assemble a squad and learn the secrets of the planet Tenebris!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Hand-drawn 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Dark 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy RPG that focuses on dungeon exploration and managing resources in a dark, hostile environment.

The Heavens are done waiting. In this dark fantasy dungeon crawler RPG, the Archon descends to end the demon war once and for all. Make your stand in HellSlave II, more immersive, brutal, and customizable than ever. The reckoning begins now.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19%, Demons 17%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Hand-drawn 9.9%

What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.

Why similar: RPG 42%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Character Customization 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy turn-based tactical RPG that emphasizes character builds and challenging combat encounters.

Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

Why similar: Character Customization 42.9%, RPG 30.7%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 8.1%, Singleplayer 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, turn-based tactical game that focuses on the harsh realities of managing a mercenary company in a dark fantasy world.

Forge powerful builds with endless loot in this relentless combination of Roguelike and ARPG. Blast through dungeons and unleash inhuman powers in a dark fantasy twist on Brazil’s War of Canudos.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.8%, Demons 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Loot 14%, Dark 10.6%

The Fortress is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler with turn-based combat, mixing strategy and risk. Choose a class, delve into cursed chambers, roll dice to fight brutal enemies, and grab loot. Face tough choices, survive epic bosses, and fight to escape... or fall to the shadows

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Demons 17.3%, Dark 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%

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: Dungeon Crawler 19.2%, Demons 18%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Loot 11.6%, Character Customization 10.9%

Dungeon Crawler with elements of rogue-like and ARPG games. Kill hordes of enemies, duel mighty bosses, and acquire legendary loot!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, Loot 14.3%, Dark 11.1%

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: Dungeon Crawler 32.4%, Dark Fantasy 25.4%, Dark 18.4%, Action RPG 17.5%, Action 3.2%

Seven Deadly Sins. Have you heard about the 8th? Delve into madness in Sin Slayers, a challenging RPG Roguelite where you decide how much sin to bear as you transform the world. Assemble a party of wicked adventurers, kill, and pillage to drive off a gluttonous nightmare in turn-based battles

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.2%, Dark 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%

Earn the respect of a guild full of monsters and demons as a lone human by taking part in dangerous dungeon adventures and uncover secrets behind the mysterious demon kingdom of Tarborea.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.2%, Demons 21.3%, RPG 14.4%, Action RPG 14.1%, Character Customization 7.5%

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: Dungeon Crawler 23%, Demons 20.2%, Loot 18.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action RPG 10.3%

Assemble a squad of four fearless heroes and embark on a deadly journey through the circles of Hell, inspired by dark myths from around the world. Battle legions of demons and challenge the Devil himself!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.5%, Dark Fantasy 24%, Turn-Based Combat 22.8%, RPG 11%, 2D 4.3%

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: Dark Fantasy 27.2%, Demons 24.8%, Action RPG 14.4%, Dark 12.9%, RPG 11.3%

Book of Demons is a Hack & Slash in which YOU decide the length of quests. Wield magic cards instead of weapons and slay the armies of darkness in the dungeons below the Old Cathedral. Save the terror-stricken Paperverse from the clutches of the Archdemon himself!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37.9%, Demons 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 17%, RPG 10.7%, Action RPG 9.5%

Lootbound is a tactical roguelite with turn-based combat, loot management and D&D elements set in a dark fantasy world. Fight dangerous enemies, collect epic loot, recruit allies and lead them on a path of adventure.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.9%, Turn-Based Combat 21.1%, Loot 19.1%, Character Customization 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%

Gloomgrave is a roguelike turn-based dungeon crawler where you will explore, loot, and fight your way through the ever-shifting dungeon to defeat the evil that lies below.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 38.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, RPG 13.2%, Dark 9.4%, First-Person 8.7%

Venture through the Labyrinth Of The Demon King, solving puzzles and fighting fearsome monsters in an epic quest to track down the demon who betrayed your lord and end its life.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29%, Dark Fantasy 21.6%, Demons 19.7%, Horror 8.7%, RPG 7.3%

Ravensword: Undaunted is a FPS dungeon crawler inspired by Hexen and Heretic, set within the Ravensword Universe.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.4%, Demons 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Gore 11.6%, Dark 9.4%

Roguelite Pseudo-3D Dungeon Crawler. It's King's Field but procedurally generated, and with Hexen-style graphics!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 18.5%, Loot 12.8%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Character Customization 9.8%

A dark fantasy roguelike where you play as the Devil! Lead famous evil geniuses through events and turn-based fights to spread terror and corruption. Create synergies between your disciples, use your evil powers and take revenge on those miserable Demon Hunters.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 26.1%, Dark Fantasy 25.8%, Hand-drawn 15.7%, RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%

Dive deep into the Abyss.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, Character Customization 14.7%, RPG 13.5%

Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want!

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.1%, Dark 17.4%, Action RPG 15.1%, RPG 13.1%, Horror 12.4%

Guide puny humans through Despot's Game - a rogue-like tactics army battler. Equip your team and sacrifice them through procedural dungeons as you fight enemies, and other players!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 46%, RPG 23.8%, 2D 9.3%, Adventure 8.2%, Indie 7.6%

A turn-based tactical roguelike fusing Spring and Autumn history with supernatural fantasy. Assemble knights in an ink-oil aesthetic world, venture into five perilous realms, battle monsters and human-born demons, and collect lost bamboo slips to unravel hidden secrets.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25%, Dark Fantasy 22.1%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Hand-drawn 10.2%

Soulblight is a dark, unforgiving, top-down action roguelike luring you to cross the thin line between good and evil. Embrace your flaws to survive a journey through an unforgiving Sanctuary. Gluttony, Lust, Cannibalism - how far are you willing to go?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.2%, Dark Fantasy 21.3%, RPG 17.8%, Dark 9.3%, Action RPG 7.8%

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: Dungeon Crawler 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Loot 18.8%, Action RPG 12.9%, RPG 8.9%

Assemble a party, explore the dungeon, fight your way through hordes of monsters, and defeat the Demon Lord in this brutal dungeon crawler. Are you up to the challenge?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32%, Turn-Based Combat 25.6%, Dark Fantasy 18.2%, RPG 12.8%, First-Person 6.1%

THYSIASTERY is a dungeon crawler RPG featuring traditional roguelike and turn-based gameplay. Command a party of bearers of the Brand, drawn into a vast Labyrinth. Recruit while exploring the Labyrinth in hope of finding a way out, and its secrets will be revealed as you delve deeper.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.2%, Dark Fantasy 23.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, RPG 11.4%, First-Person 5.8%

Action-RPG slasher in which you have to get into the dark atmosphere of dungeons full of monsters and madness.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 39.6%, Dungeon Crawler 32.2%, 2D 9.7%, Action RPG 8.1%, Action 5.2%

SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Character Customization 17.6%, Horror 15.6%, RPG 11.9%

Dungeon Scavenger is a unique turn-based old school dungeon crawler that sets you on a challenging path of exploration. Select a hero to keep the threat of the dungeon and demon realms away from the town's people with an innovative combat system. Can you save the town from the danger below?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.4%, Character Customization 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Action RPG 13.4%, RPG 10.9%

Tarnished Blood is a turn-based roguelite RPG with a unique time-bending battle mechanic. Hunt massive beasts, harvest their essence, and help a group of hunters survive in the brutal world beneath the Dome!

Why similar: Hand-drawn 19%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, RPG 16.5%, Dark 13%, Turn-Based Combat 8%

Welcome to a world of darkness, where every step can be your last. Explore a stunning world filled with fear and horror, solve puzzles, and endure combat trials to become a hero and protect your world from darkness. Become a warrior ready to fight anything that stands in your way in this action RPG.

Why similar: Demons 26.2%, Dark Fantasy 22.2%, Dark 14.5%, Action RPG 13.8%, RPG 12.5%