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Games Like Journey to the West Survivor

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Roguelike, Action Roguelike, Roguelite.

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"Journey to the West Survivors" is a survivor-like game. You can choose from 12 interesting characters and combine various playstyles among over 200 skills. Additionally, you can get married, cultivate crops, build structures, recruit partners, and work together to fight against enemies.

Reviews: Very Positive — 80% — of 424 reviews
Released: 2024-03-24
Developer: Buding Games
Publisher: Leyo Games
Genres: Action, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Journey to the West Survivor stands out by blending the addictive bullet-heaven gameplay loop with unique life-simulation elements like farming, marriage, and base building. These recommendations focus on titles that capture that same satisfying progression, character variety, and the specific blend of action-roguelite mechanics found in the seed game.

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  1. #1 Brotato
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 111,688 reviews2023
    Dev: Blobfish
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Brotato is a top-down arena shooter roguelite where you play a potato wielding up to 6 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of aliens. Choose from a variety of traits and items to create unique builds and survive until help arrives.

    Why similar: Roguelike 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Roguelite 16.1%, Survival 15%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers deep character customization and diverse build paths that mirror the skill-combining complexity of the seed game.

  2. #2 Vampire Survivors
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 260,765 reviews2022
    Dev: poncle
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 39.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Be the bullet hell!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.8%, Roguelite 27%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Roguelike 12.9%, 2D 5.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive title that popularized the survivor-like genre and offers the most polished version of the core gameplay loop.

  3. #3 Soulstone Survivors
    95% matchVery Positive91% of 26,152 reviews2025
    Dev: Game Smithing Limited
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.7%, Roguelite 26.4%, Roguelike 19.4%, Procedural Generation 19.3%, RPG 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: This game provides a high-octane, skill-heavy experience with a massive variety of abilities and character classes to master.

  4. #4 Cultivation Story: Reincarnation
    96% matchVery Positive92% of 2,013 reviews2023
    Dev: Chi Entertainment Corp.
    Windows
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Cultivation Story: Reincarnation is a top-down pixel art style action roguelike based on cultivation and Chinese mythology.

    Why similar: Mythology 16.9%, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Roguelite 15.7%, Roguelike 13.3%, Procedural Generation 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the specific Chinese mythology and cultivation theme that defines the world of the seed game.

  5. #5 Halls of Torment
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 31,213 reviews2024
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 23.9 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: Roguelite 24.2%, Action Roguelike 21.5%, Roguelike 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 12%, RPG 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Its retro pixel-art aesthetic and challenging survival mechanics closely match the visual and gameplay feel of the seed game.

  6. #6 Jianghu Survivor
    94% matchVery Positive87% of 1,153 reviews2023
    Dev: Surprising Studio
    Windows
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    This is a light casual game of roguelite with Chinese style. Fight your way out of the monsters, either alone or with a group of three or four friends. Play as different characters, form a unique Build game, defeat the final monster, enjoy killing monsters!

    Why similar: Roguelike 30.4%, Action Roguelike 29.3%, RPG 15.9%, Relaxing 14.4%, 2D 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the martial arts and cultivation themes while delivering a classic survivor-like experience.

  7. #7 20 Minutes Till Dawn
    93% matchVery Positive91% of 28,655 reviews2023
    Dev: flannePub: Erabit
    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: Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Action Roguelike 15%, Roguelite 14.4%, Survival 12.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that emphasizes precise movement and build synergy, perfect for fans of the seed game's combat.

  8. #8 Death Must Die
    92% matchVery Positive91% of 21,387 reviews2023
    Dev: Realm Archive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 20.9 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: Roguelite 22%, Action Roguelike 20.5%, Roguelike 15%, Procedural Generation 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It incorporates deep RPG elements and loot systems that reward strategic character building similar to the seed game's skill system.

  9. #9 Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok
    91% matchVery Positive88% of 6,172 reviews2024
    Dev: Noxfall Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok, is a challenging Norse inspired roguelite-survivor game, where you’ll have to survive hordes of creatures that come your way.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Roguelite 18.7%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Procedural Generation 15.4%, Roguelike 13.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This title features extensive skill trees and character-specific progression that aligns well with the seed game's depth.

  10. #10 Crafty Survivors
    90% matchVery Positive84% of 740 reviews2025
    Dev: Flannel Bear Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    All heroes got corrupted! Unlock a diverse cast of crafty professionals, use their unique skills, create your own builds and defend your home by eliminating hordes of monsters. Gather materials, rebuild your village and craft your way to the origin of this malignous curse!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Roguelite 15.6%, Roguelike 14.5%, Action Roguelike 14.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes crafting and base-building elements, making it a great match for players who enjoy the non-combat features of the seed game.

  11. #11 Apocalypse Party
    91% matchMostly Positive74% of 5,353 reviews2023
    Dev: Breaker Games
    Windows
    Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Apocalypse Party is a 3D top-down action Roguelike game. In this game, you will embark on a new mission to traverse through the Middle Ages and gradually master abilities, and arm yourself to become the strongest survivor through numerous choices.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Roguelite 13.4%, Roguelike 12.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers chaotic, high-action gameplay with co-op elements that mirror the intensity of the seed game's combat.

  12. #12 Noobs Want to Live
    89% matchVery Positive89% of 4,944 reviews2023
    Dev: 元气弹工作室(GD Studio)Pub: Lightning Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Noobs Want to Live is a fast-paced roguelike featuring several characters and a large pool of skills to choose from (that synergize with one another, too!) Fight, kill, grow. Each run is a new chance to create a steamrolling build!

    Why similar: Procedural Generation 16.2%, Roguelike 15.9%, Roguelite 15.4%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Cartoony 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Its pixel-art style and bullet-heaven mechanics provide a familiar and engaging experience for fans of the genre.

  13. #13 Cluckmech Oasis
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 3,463 reviews2024
    Dev: BlackLightPub: Mammorize
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Cluckmech Oasis, a top-down shooting Roguelike tower defense game. Play as the Warcluck and lead your team of animal heroes in a fight for survival. Collect, build and upgrade defenses, and engage in intense battle against waves of plant enemies.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelite 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Funny 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It blends tower defense and base-building with survivor mechanics, appealing to those who enjoy the seed game's management aspects.

  14. #14 Army of Ruin
    87% matchVery Positive89% of 2,692 reviews2023
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.4 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: Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Roguelite 12.3%, Procedural Generation 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly polished, visually impressive take on the survivor genre with plenty of unlockable content.

  15. #15 Westale: Peelgrimage
    88% matchMixed69% of 479 reviews2023
    Dev: 两把刷子工作室Pub: 2P Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Westale: Peelgrimage is an ink-style survivor-like game. Player can evolve their characters in the game, use marvelous magical treasures, experience the mysterious 72 transformations, and synthesize artifacts. Let's get into this Journey-to-the-West world and experience addictive combat.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Mythology 14.9%, Roguelite 11.8%, Action Roguelike 11%

    Why You'll Like It: This action-roguelike offers a similar blend of bullet-hell combat and character-focused progression.

  16. #16 Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor
    83% matchVery Positive87% of 46,522 reviews2025
    Dev: Funday GamesPub: Ghost Ship Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 28.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    DEEP ROCK GALACTIC: SURVIVOR is a single player survivor-like auto-shooter. Take on hordes of lethal aliens, mine riches, and unlock powerful upgrades to survive, as you wield the full arsenal of Deep Rock Galactic. It's one dwarf against all of Planet Hoxxes!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.4%, Roguelite 23.2%, Action Roguelike 22.9%, Procedural Generation 18.6%, Roguelike 4.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It introduces mining and environmental interaction, providing a fresh twist on the standard survivor formula.

  17. #17 Trinity Survivors
    86% matchMostly Positive73% of 340 reviews2024
    Dev: Flyway Games, Inc.
    Windows · Mac

    Select from a diverse roster of unique characters to assemble a trinity force and strategize to find the best skill combinations. Witness the astounding synergy that emerges. Engage in 2 player online cooperative multiplayer, team up with a friend to challenge orc hordes, and strive for high scores!

    Why similar: Roguelite 27.1%, Roguelike 26.4%, Action Roguelike 25.2%, RPG 10.2%, Fantasy 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: The team-based mechanics and character variety offer a similar sense of progression and combat diversity.

  18. #18 Mars Survivors
    86% matchMixed66% of 68 reviews2023
    Dev: Leguas Intrepidas
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Ready to tackle the challenge? On Mars, confront countless mutated creatures and mechanical monsters. Choose survivors, weapons, and skills wisely for diverse battles. Employ precise shooting, agile dodging, and strategic use of props and skills to fend off enemy attacks.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Roguelite 12.5%, Roguelike 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A solid top-down shooter that focuses on fast-paced action and character-based progression.

  19. #19 Pixel Survivors : Roguelike
    85% matchVery Positive81% of 468 reviews2023
    Dev: Amrita
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    A rogue-lite game where you must face hundreds of monsters with increasingly difficult bosses that strong enough to take you down. Choose your abilities, build your favorite combat style, become stronger and survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Roguelike 17%, Roguelite 14.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Survival 13%

    Why You'll Like It: The focus on pixel graphics and roguelike progression makes it a natural fit for the seed game's audience.

  20. #20 Spellbook Demonslayers
    84% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,313 reviews2022
    Dev: Xendra
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Slay endless hordes of demons to protect the Cosmic Library! Steal their abilities, find powerful equipment, and unlock the secrets of each spellbook to become unstoppable! Will you be able to destroy the demonic legion?

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Roguelite 17.8%, Roguelike 16.6%, Action Roguelike 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 12%

    Why You'll Like It: The focus on combining various magical skills to create unique playstyles is a direct parallel to the seed game's mechanics.

  21. #21 Scarlet Tower
    82% matchVery Positive82% of 2,359 reviews2024
    Dev: Pyxeralia LLCPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Hunt during the day, be hunted during the NIGHT! Scarlet Tower is a gothic horror casual game with roguelike and RPG elements, like talent trees, classes, familiars and more!

    Why similar: Roguelike 21%, Action Roguelike 20.9%, Survival 18.2%, Procedural Generation 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 13%

    Why You'll Like It: The game features deep skill trees and a gothic atmosphere that provides a compelling alternative for fans of roguelite progression.

  22. #22 Sun Down Survivors
    84% matchMixed51% of 194 reviews2023
    Dev: Pixel Sprout Studios
    Windows

    Sun Down is a roguelike survivors-type game with a twist. Between upgrading your abilities during and between runs, you can craft turrets, collect battle-ready pets, and buy store upgrades to survive hordes of enemies through four changing seasons.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.7%, Roguelite 25.8%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Survival 16.7%, RPG 8%

    Why You'll Like It: This title incorporates base-building and magic-based combat, aligning well with the seed game's hybrid design.

  23. #23 Nerd Survivors
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 95 reviews2024
    Dev: Heartbit Interactive
    Windows

    Use explosive pizzas, enchanted fidget spinners or a katamari of monsters to fight countless enemies hordes! Repair the "Forge of Destiny" and craft the ultimate custom weapon in this comedy action rogue-lite survivor.

    Why similar: Roguelike 21.2%, Action Roguelike 21.2%, Roguelite 19.2%, Survival 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides a humorous take on the survivor genre with a wide variety of character-specific builds.

  24. #24 Survivor Of The Journey
    82% matchMixed66% of 85 reviews2023
    Dev: Enter the Game Studios
    Windows

    Survivor of the Journey is a survival game with rogue-like elements Survive in countless fantasy monsters Grow faster than the enemy that comes and knock them down Survive to the end and defeat the boss. Failed? Use your stuff to be strong. Can't you? Let's try our luck this time.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22%, Survival 20%, Roguelite 14.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Roguelike 12.7%

    Why You'll Like It: The thematic connection to the classic journey narrative makes this a strong thematic recommendation.

  25. #25 Black Gunner Wukong
    79% matchVery Positive99% of 445 reviews2024
    Dev: Seal
    Windows

    Wukong Survivors" is a TPS + ROGUE game where players control Sun Wukong and his friends, sweeping through all visible enemies and rescuing their captured master.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, Action Roguelike 24.6%, Roguelike 18.1%, RPG 8.2%, Fantasy 6.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It directly utilizes the Wukong mythology, providing a thematic experience that fans of the seed game will appreciate.

  26. #26 Nomad Survival
    81% matchVery Positive84% of 2,165 reviews2022
    Dev: The Fox Knocks
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Battle against hordes of enemies, conquer Boss encounters, and explore various character and skill combinations in this time-based auto-attacking Roguelite in your quest to become stronger and defeat the most menacing of creatures that lay in wait at the end of each run.

    Why similar: Roguelite 20.8%, Action Roguelike 19.3%, Roguelike 16.5%, Survival 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic, well-regarded entry in the survivor genre that focuses on pure, addictive combat progression.

  27. #27 Dungeon Survivors
    80% matchMixed66% of 142 reviews2024
    Dev: TopVR
    Windows

    Dungeon Survivors is a top-down fantasy roguelite where you can use your class abilities to fight off a horde of fantasy monsters. Choose from a variety of abilities and items to create unique builds and survive with 1-4 players.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.3%, Roguelite 21.2%, Roguelike 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Survival 10.8%

    Why You'll Like It: The inclusion of online co-op and pixel-art visuals makes this a great choice for social play within the genre.

  28. #28 Ancient Cultivatrix
    78% matchMixed67% of 342 reviews2025
    Dev: 五条虾仁(5 shrimps)
    Windows

    "Ancient Cultivatrix" is a Roguelite cultivation game with tower defense elements. The world was corrupted by chaos and became utterly depraved. Please gather the surviving cultivatrices and unite them. Enhance Taoist energy and spiritual prowess together, gradually uncovering the elusive truth.

    Why similar: Mythology 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Roguelite 14.7%, Procedural Generation 12.9%, Roguelike 12%

    Why You'll Like It: This game leans heavily into the cultivation theme while maintaining the survival and bullet-hell gameplay loop.

  29. #29 I Am Legion: Stand Survivors
    76% matchVery Positive82% of 2,411 reviews2025
    Dev: JA Game StudioPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows
    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Summon your stands and brawl it out! Dive into the thrill of mowing down enemies, synthesizing and upgrading, mining, forging gear, unlocking new characters and equipment. Discover unique stands combos and craft your own battle style to break through the chaos!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Roguelite 21.4%, Action Roguelike 20.4%, Roguelike 16%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

  30. #30 Farmer Survivors
    79% matchMixed67% of 52 reviews2024
    Dev: Afil Games
    Windows

    Welcome to Farmer Survivors, where you'll embark on an epic rural adventure, defending your farm against hordes of hungry insects in this action-packed Arcade Survivor game!

    Why similar: Roguelite 23.9%, Action Roguelike 21.4%, Roguelike 20%, Survival 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

    Why You'll Like It: The emphasis on farming and survival mechanics is a direct nod to the non-combat features of the seed game.

  31. #31 Skybreakers
    78% matchMostly Positive78% of 690 reviews2023
    Dev: Bingo StudioPub: Merlion Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Skybreakers is an action roguelike thriller. Choose from various characters, arm yourself with a vast array of weapons, and create your own unique build by combining artifacts, random talents, abilities, and bonds. Plunge into exhilarating combat and use unique abilities to defeat the evil.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Mythology 12.3%, Roguelite 10.8%, Roguelike 10.5%

  32. #32 Journey to the West
    77% matchVery Positive81% of 1,700 reviews2023
    Dev: Z Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    A challenging rogue-like deck building game about a legendary adventure in the Realm of Divinity. Lead your team, build your unique deck, gather powerful relics and consumables to confront legendary creatures and eventually discover the truth behind the omen of darkness.

    Why similar: Mythology 20.6%, Roguelite 18.3%, Procedural Generation 18.3%, Roguelike 17.1%, RPG 8.4%

  33. #33 Supercat Survivors
    74% matchVery Positive86% of 169 reviews2026
    Dev: Happy Universe Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Meow! This is a cat-themed Survivor-like game where you control an adorable Supercat! Battle monsters to level up, collect items, upgrade weapons, and experiment with strategic builds to fight off invading creatures threatening Meow Star.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Roguelike 15.9%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Cartoony 11.1%, Funny 8.8%

  34. #34 Hero of Fate
    76% matchVery Positive81% of 557 reviews2023
    Dev: Planescape Game StudioPub: Wise Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 51.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Hero of Fate is a smooth and fun "rougue" game with "survivor" as the core gameplay. You will receive various tasks or meet unexpected events under monsters surrounded, and you can also recruit partners or battle alone. In this fantasy world, go to experience a exciting and unpredictable adventure!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Roguelite 22%, Survival 18.5%, Fantasy 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%

  35. #35 暖雪 Warm Snow
    74% matchVery Positive93% of 38,449 reviews2022
    Dev: BadMudStudioPub: bilibili
    Windows
    Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    '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: Martial Arts 29%, Mythology 15.6%, Roguelite 13.6%, Action Roguelike 12.4%, Roguelike 11.4%

  36. #36 Fate Seeker: Journey
    75% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,202 reviews2022
    Dev: JSL Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Fate Seeker: Journey is an action role-playing game that combines random elements of Roguelite. In this game, you will be the hero to choose talents, obtain items and combine skills to defeat enemies in every stage.

    Why similar: Roguelike 23.7%, Action Roguelike 22.3%, Roguelite 21.4%, Alternate History 19.8%, RPG 12.3%

  37. #37 The Scroll Of Taiwu
    77% matchMostly Positive70% of 62,126 reviews2018
    Dev: ConchShip Games
    Windows
    Median: 13.2 hrsMean: 56.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    "The Scroll of Taiwu" is an indie game themed around Chinese mythology and wuxia. Players assume the role of the mysterious "heir of the Taiwu clan" in an alternate ancient China, working through generations of heirs to defeat a powerful hereditary enemy and shape the fate of the human world.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 52.3%, Mythology 13%, RPG 10.1%, Roguelite 8.9%, Roguelike 6.6%

  38. #38 Cast Out Colony
    73% matchVery Positive94% of 78 reviews2025
    Dev: Wooshido
    Windows

    Cast Out Colony combines roguelite and bullet-heaven action with robust town-building elements. Choose from various characters, fight hordes of foes, and grow your colony, which in return grows your stats, offering a unique twist on the survival genre.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Roguelite 21.4%, Action Roguelike 21.4%, Cartoony 11%, Strategy 7.7%

  39. #39 Cat Girl Survivor
    73% matchMixed69% of 65 reviews2025
    Dev: Minimum Studio Corp.Pub: CFK Co., Ltd.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Defeat the evil threatening the world with cute kitty wizards! Cat Girl Survivor is a casual shooting action game that invites you to conquer various challenges by equipping our lively cat wizards with over 40 vibrant skills. Overpower the legions of demons by strategically crafting your own build.

    Why similar: Roguelite 16.7%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Roguelike 14.1%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%

  40. #40 Arcane Tower Survivors
    72% matchMostly Positive73% of 94 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Horde Games
    Windows

    Survive waves of enemies in this horde survival roguelite. Unleash devastating spells, master unique skills, and craft unstoppable builds. Between battles, fortify your tower and unlock powerful upgrades in a strategic meta-game. Will your magic outlast the chaos?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Roguelite 20.9%, Action Roguelike 19%, Roguelike 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

  41. #41 Survivors: Three Kingdoms
    75% matchMixed57% of 92 reviews2023
    Dev: T3EntertainmentPub: HanbitSoft Inc.
    Windows

    PLAY with characters from the Three Kingdoms, FIGHT with infinite numbers of enemies, and SURVIVE till the end! Make your favorite character to be the legendary hero of the Three Kingdoms by unique skills and various tactics. Fight together with royal adjutants in any battle.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 61.5%, Survival 33.3%, Singleplayer 5.2%

  42. #42 Murim Survival
    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 228 reviews2025
    Dev: Sunwood Games
    Windows

    Murim Survival is a survival roguelite where you battle relentless enemies within a time limit. Explore a world on the brink of collapse, master martial arts, collect powerful equipment, and unlock unique traits to become a true hero of the Murim. The fate of this world is in your hands.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 27.4%, Roguelike 16.2%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Survival 9.4%, Procedural Generation 9.3%

  43. #43 Fantasy Survivors
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 235 reviews2024
    Dev: ButtonSoft
    Windows

    A rogue-lite where you fight thousands of creatures, unlocking characters and equipment, to challenge deeper levels. Team up with friends or go solo; all drops are instanced so you don't have to share. Satisfying gameplay combined with smart choices make one-more-run a no-brainer.

    Why similar: Roguelite 43.3%, Pixel Graphics 22.3%, Fantasy 16.1%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Singleplayer 2.7%

  44. #44 JIANGHU CHRONICLES
    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,341 reviews2025
    Dev: 一品阁Pub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    JIANGHU CHRONICLES is a Wuxia-themed clan simulator, which focuses on simulating Jianghu clans and experiencing realistic battle. Set up a clan of your own, recruit disciples, complete missions... And eventually make your clan second to none by improving its power and reputation.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 95.6%, Singleplayer 4.4%

  45. #45 Tower Survivors
    73% matchMixed69% of 54 reviews2023
    Dev: Final Screw
    Windows · Linux

    Fight an endless horde of evil minions and survive as long as you can. Collect loot and purchase new upgrades and magic abilities. Summon allies to stand along side you and survive the horde!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Roguelite 16%, Action Roguelike 14.7%, Procedural Generation 10.5%

  46. #46 FatSheep Crisis
    72% matchMostly Positive76% of 149 reviews2023
    Dev: FatSheep Studio
    Windows

    Fat Sheep Town has monsters! Use skills to defeat them. Plugins help warriors survive. Many maps have risks and rewards. Pick an occupation and weapons. Level up weapons. Combine skills, plugins and weapons. Defeat the villain!

    Why similar: Roguelite 21.6%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Roguelike 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, RPG 8.4%

  47. #47 Arisen Force: Life Devotee - Initial Ver.
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,527 reviews2024
    Dev: Lemport
    Windows

    Enjoy a stylish action combat experience as you explore a chapter storylines from Journey to the West.

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.7%, Fantasy 24.9%, Funny 23.3%, RPG 22.1%

  48. #48 Runic Survivor
    71% matchMixed66% of 230 reviews2023
    Dev: STEELDUCK Studios
    Windows

    Combine Runes to craft unique spells! Survive the endless hordes of monsters as you work to break the four Runic seals! Runic is a casual horde shooter with rogue-lite elements and a charming retro aesthetic.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Action Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelike 17.5%, Roguelite 16.9%, Strategy 9.1%

  49. #49 Replik Survivors
    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2024
    Dev: Deep Sea Cat
    Windows

    This game is a time survival game with role-playing and roguelite elements. Through the choice of upgrades in battle to make the character stronger and stronger, defeat the oncoming enemies.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.4%, Roguelite 20.9%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Cartoony 15%, Pixel Graphics 12%

  50. #50 Bronana
    69% matchMostly Positive74% of 153 reviews2024
    Dev: busy bear
    Windows

    Bronana is a thrilling and hilarious survival roguelike. Embody the spirit of a fearless banana warrior to take down waves of vicious snack monsters. Through a rich variety of random events, grow stronger, evolve abilities, and face off against challenging bosses to save the homeland.

    Why similar: Roguelite 16.2%, Roguelike 15.3%, Action Roguelike 14.7%, Survival 14.6%, Cartoony 12.6%

  51. #51 Infinite Tao
    69% matchMostly Positive80% of 882 reviews2023
    Dev: insomnia
    Windows

    《Infinity Tao》is a Rogue Lite game set in the Ancient Chinese Immortal Cultivation setting. Raise your realm, build powerful Magic Treasures combinations and Synergies, kill thousands of monster and win the 30 minute game.

    Why similar: Mythology 25.5%, Action Roguelike 23.9%, Roguelike 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Roguelite 7.8%

  52. #52 天外武林 (Traveler of Wuxia)
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 3,168 reviews2023
    Dev: 香港商河洛互動娛樂股份有限公司
    Windows
    Median: 12.2 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Traveler of Wuxia is a deck-building rogue-lite game that mixes with Wuxia story and card combination. You will play as a young hero exploring to a unknown martial arts world. Use card combos to unleash powerful techniques and team up with companions to overcome the challenges of the martial world.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 40.4%, Roguelike 17.6%, Roguelite 11.4%, Survival 10.9%, RPG 6.9%

  53. #53 Tri Survive
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 64 reviews2025
    Dev: Majestic Mind Games
    Windows

    Action Roguelite that blends elements of Vampire Survivors with Fantasy RPG themes. Introduces a unique mechanic where the player controls a party of three heroes instead of one, offering a fresh strategic gameplay experience. Featuring JRPG-inspired hand-drawn art style and an intriguing storyline.

    Why similar: Mythology 21.5%, Roguelite 18%, Roguelike 16.2%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Survival 9.8%

  54. #54 Godsvivors
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 104 reviews2024
    Dev: Titan
    Windows

    Prepare for epic battles between gods and Hades in this top-down action roguelite! Choose your deity, unleash powerful combos, and fight against underworld enemies. Feel the adrenaline for 15 minutes and restore order in the underworld.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Roguelite 12.9%, Action Roguelike 12.6%, Mythology 12.3%

  55. #55 Towerful Defense: A Rogue TD
    67% matchMostly Positive73% of 227 reviews2024
    Dev: Mini Fun Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    A roguelike tower defense where you control a single tower to fight against hordes of aliens coming from all directions. Pick your tower, equip up to 4 skills, and choose from a variety of traits and unique effect items to craft powerful builds that lead you to victory.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Roguelite 14.7%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Survival 11.8%

  56. #56 Immortal Seeker
    69% matchMixed60% of 603 reviews2023
    Dev: Ilogin Studio
    Windows

    "Immortal Seeker" is a RogueLite game with a cultivation theme. As you journey, you can enhance your cultivation realm, find immortal weapons, learn secret books to defeat demons and monsters. Seek what is immortality and what is the Dao, and embark on your own path of cultivation.

    Why similar: Roguelite 21.2%, Survival 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Roguelike 13%, Relaxing 12.3%

  57. #57 Boosted Survivors
    65% matchVery Positive96% of 179 reviews2024
    Dev: Clarity Games
    Windows · Linux

    Survive waves! Choose new abilities! Modify your hero in any way you like! Craft a powerful masterpiece, or a horrible concoction of awful ideas! Discover secrets! Sandbox your way to victory! Boost! Survive! Boosted Survivors!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.7%, Roguelike 29.5%, RPG 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Singleplayer 2.7%

  58. #58 Yet Another Zombie Survivors
    65% matchVery Positive91% of 12,980 reviews2023
    Dev: Awesome Games Studio
    Windows
    Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    The Horde is coming but you're ready to fight it! Assemble your team and decide upon their enhancements to find the most efficient synergies against thousands of the undead. Survive. Then evolve. Then break all the limits in this deceivingly simple but addictive bullet heaven game.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.5%, Roguelite 19.4%, Action Roguelike 18.5%, Roguelike 17.6%, Survival 15.1%

  59. #59 幸存者幻想曲 Survivor Fantasia
    66% matchVery Positive95% of 101 reviews2024
    Dev: 南柯一梦Pub: 七彩绘色游戏
    Windows

    "15 minutes of fast-paced battles, with nearly 100 purchasable items, 5 different map styles, 11 characters with 5 different classes and a total of 50+ weapon upgrades. Experience all the content without the need for unlocking."

    Why similar: Roguelike 23.6%, Roguelite 22.1%, RPG 11.7%, Strategy 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%

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