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Games Like Karate Survivor

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

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Become a martial arts master in this survivor-like roguelite inspired by action movies of the ‘80s. Use your fists, feet, and the environment to fight off relentless thugs. Master powerful combos, enhance your skills, and remember: everything around you is a weapon!

Reviews: Very Positive — 85% — of 3,288 reviews
Released: 2024-10-30
Developer: Alawar
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 3.6 hrs
Mean playtime: 7.3 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 85%

Overview

Karate Survivor stands out by blending the high-intensity, horde-clearing loop of the survivor genre with the visceral, close-quarters combat of '80s martial arts cinema. These recommendations prioritize games that capture that same punchy, kinetic energy, focusing on titles that emphasize martial arts mastery, arena-based survival, and stylish, fast-paced action.

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  1. #1 Brotato
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 115,458 reviews2023
    Dev: Blobfish
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 36.3 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: Bullet Heaven 40.2%, Action Roguelike 15%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Roguelike 11.6%, Roguelite 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-tier action-roguelike that offers deep character customization and fast-paced combat similar to the survivor-like loop.

  2. #2 Halls of Torment
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 31,512 reviews2024
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 24.2 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: Bullet Heaven 30.9%, Action Roguelike 16.1%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Roguelite 10.7%, Roguelike 9.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, retro-inspired aesthetic with punchy, satisfying combat that feels heavier and more impactful than typical bullet-heavens.

  3. #3 One Finger Death Punch 2
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,489 reviews2019
    Dev: Silver Dollar Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    The world's fastest brawler is back. Experience cinematic kung-fu in the most epic stickman fighter ever made. Staying true to the original, you play with only two buttons. Every press matters, do not button mash!

    Why similar: Martial Arts 58.1%, Fighting 13.2%, Action 9.5%, Arcade 7.1%, Casual 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the rhythm and intensity of classic martial arts films through its fast-paced, one-button combat system.

  4. #4 Sifu
    95% matchVery Positive92% of 27,348 reviews2023
    Dev: Sloclap
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 53.4%, Fighting 18.6%, Crime 11.2%, Action Roguelike 5.6%, Action 3.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in martial arts combat that demands precision and environmental awareness, mirroring the mastery required in Karate Survivor.

  5. #5 Vampire Survivors
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 263,355 reviews2022
    Dev: poncle
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 39.9 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 30%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Roguelite 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Roguelike 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: The definitive title in the genre that established the addictive, screen-clearing gameplay loop found in Karate Survivor.

  6. #6 Death Must Die
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 21,581 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: Bullet Heaven 38.1%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Roguelite 11%, Roguelike 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines the survivor-like horde mechanics with deep RPG elements and distinct character classes for a more tactical combat experience.

  7. #7 Yet Another Zombie Survivors
    92% matchVery Positive91% of 13,359 reviews2023
    Dev: Awesome Games Studio
    Windows
    Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 20.5 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: Bullet Heaven 72%, Action Roguelike 6.8%, Bullet Hell 5.4%, Roguelite 4.4%, Roguelike 4.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A polished take on the survivor genre that emphasizes squad-based combat and satisfying weapon progression.

  8. #8 Rogue Samurai
    93% matchMixed55% of 66 reviews2024
    Dev: CO's Entertainment
    Windows

    Rogue Samurai is an intense roguelite action game where you fight relentless waves of enemies as a legendary samurai. Master your skills, unlock powerful abilities, and face epic boss battles in a quest for survival.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 32%, Martial Arts 23.3%, Action Roguelike 11.4%, Bullet Hell 10%, Roguelite 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Shares the martial arts theme and focuses on fast-paced, skill-based combat within a roguelite structure.

  9. #9 Rogue: Genesia
    91% matchVery Positive91% of 8,483 reviews2025
    Dev: Ouadi Huard
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Walk upon a new world and slay foes endangering it. Rogue : Genesia is an action rogue-lite game, where you fight relentless hordes consisting of hundreds and thousands of monsters, make your build, break the balance, defeat bosses and save one of the many worlds.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 50.2%, Action Roguelike 10.2%, Bullet Hell 9.2%, 2.5D 6.7%, Roguelite 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines arcade-style action with survivor mechanics, offering a fast and chaotic experience that emphasizes player movement.

  10. #10 Nomad Survival
    91% matchVery Positive84% of 2,172 reviews2022
    Dev: The Fox Knocks
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.9 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: Bullet Heaven 33.7%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Roguelite 9.7%, Roguelike 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic survivor-like experience that focuses on tight controls and varied character abilities for clearing massive hordes.

  11. #11 Keeper's Toll
    90% matchVery Positive90% of 782 reviews2024
    Dev: Stingbot Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 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: Bullet Heaven 40.5%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Bullet Hell 11.4%, Roguelite 9.4%, Roguelike 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy action-roguelike that blends survivor mechanics with challenging boss encounters and atmospheric pixel art.

  12. #12 Soulstone Survivors
    89% matchVery Positive91% of 26,502 reviews2025
    Dev: Game Smithing Limited
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 36.5 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: Bullet Heaven 54.2%, Action Roguelike 11.7%, Bullet Hell 9.8%, Roguelite 7.3%, Roguelike 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers high-intensity bullet-heaven action with massive skill trees and diverse character builds for long-term replayability.

  13. #13 Akane
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,871 reviews2018
    Dev: Ludic Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    2121 A.D, with no escape options, Akane prepares for her final battle in the rain-soaked neon streets of Mega-Tokyo. Akane is an arena arcade slasher. Take out as many yakuza as possible, slashing and shooting in a one-hit-one-kill fight to the death.

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.5%, Arcade 18.5%, Action 12.9%, Top-Down 12.8%, Roguelike 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: An intense, arena-based slasher that emphasizes high-speed, one-hit-kill martial combat in a stylish cyberpunk setting.

  14. #14 Katana ZERO
    88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 75,198 reviews2019
    Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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: Pixel Graphics 44.5%, Retro 21.5%, Action 15.9%, 2D 12.7%, Singleplayer 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Delivers a hyper-stylish, '80s-inspired action experience with one-hit-kill mechanics that reward precision and speed.

  15. #15 God Of Weapons
    87% matchVery Positive84% of 5,158 reviews2023
    Dev: Archmage LabsPub: Archmage Games Studio
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Embark on a thrilling journey in God of Weapons, an action roguelike where you must ascend the tower of Zhor to reclaim the last light for the world. To survive the monster onslaught on each tower's level, you'll need to obtain and carefully organize weapons and accessories in your inventory.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 25.5%, Action Roguelike 24.2%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Roguelite 15.5%, Combat 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on inventory management and weapon variety, providing a strategic layer to the standard survivor-like combat loop.

  16. #16 Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok
    86% matchVery Positive88% of 6,267 reviews2024
    Dev: Noxfall Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 25.0 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: Bullet Heaven 42.6%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Roguelite 9.6%, Roguelike 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a unique skill tree system and distinct character classes that add depth to the standard survivor-like formula.

  17. #17 Spirit Hunters: Infinite Horde
    86% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,588 reviews2023
    Dev: Creature Cauldron
    Windows
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    You are the Spirit Hunters in this action rogue-lite. Slay huge waves of monsters and harvest their souls for ever increasing power. Unlock many playable characters, abilities, maps and more through a deep progression system.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 57.3%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Roguelite 8.8%, Bullet Hell 8%, Roguelike 2.9%

    Why You'll Like It: An accessible and fun entry in the survivor genre that focuses on satisfying loot collection and character progression.

  18. #18 Crafty Survivors
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 751 reviews2025
    Dev: Flannel Bear Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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: Bullet Heaven 39.7%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Bullet Hell 11.4%, Roguelite 9.6%, Roguelike 9%

    Why You'll Like It: A unique twist on the genre that incorporates crafting and resource management into the standard survivor-like gameplay.

  19. #19 I Am Legion: Stand Survivors
    84% matchVery Positive82% of 2,499 reviews2025
    Dev: JA Game StudioPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows
    Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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: Action Roguelike 20.1%, Bullet Heaven 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Roguelite 12.3%, Roguelike 9.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a straightforward, high-octane survivor experience that focuses on pure action and enemy density.

  20. #20 Karate Master 2 Knock Down Blow
    85% matchVery Positive86% of 733 reviews2015
    Dev: Crian Soft
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Karate Master 2 Knock Down Blow is a fighting game that mixes elements of RPG, simulation and arcade, in an explosive combination to relieve the Beat'em up genre!

    Why similar: Martial Arts 43%, Fighting 37.3%, 1980s 15.5%, Action 2.9%, 2D 1.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A dedicated martial arts simulator that focuses on the technical aspects of fighting and training, perfect for fans of the genre.

  21. #21 Project Lazarus
    82% matchVery Positive80% of 1,377 reviews2023
    Dev: Terapoly
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    You are the first party mech pilot of alien planet colonizers! Project Lazarus is a survival game with rogue-lite elements. Deploy and upgrade your mech to the metal!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 45.3%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Arcade 5.9%, Combat 3.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A mecha-themed action-roguelike that provides a different flavor of horde-clearing combat with heavy, impactful weaponry.

  22. #22 Arms of God
    79% matchVery Positive89% of 1,244 reviews2026
    Dev: Dark Jay Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    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: Bullet Heaven 40.8%, Action Roguelike 13.9%, Bullet Hell 12%, Roguelite 8.7%, Roguelike 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that leans into top-down shooting mechanics with a focus on bullet-hell avoidance and boss fights.

  23. #23 BALL x PIT
    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 25,485 reviews2025
    Dev: Kenny Sun and FriendsPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    BALL x PIT is a brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite. Batter hordes of enemies with ricocheting balls and gather the riches of the pit to expand your homestead, generate resources and recruit unique heroes.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 17.8%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Roguelite 13.8%, Roguelike 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style roguelite that focuses on physics-based movement and chaotic, high-speed combat scenarios.

  24. #24 Twilight Survivors
    81% matchVery Positive89% of 1,071 reviews2024
    Dev: DORIDORI STUDIO
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A time-limited survival game infused with rogue-lite elements and an adorable art style! The world has plunged into darkness, and you are its sole beacon of hope. Will you endure until dawn, or succumb to repeated deaths in your quest? Fear not, for you can collect more coins to arm yourself!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.9%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Roguelite 14.1%, Bullet Heaven 10.9%, Roguelike 10.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A solid action-roguelike that emphasizes movement and crowd control in a dark, stylized environment.

  25. #25 Megabonk
    77% matchVery Positive95% of 103,054 reviews2025
    Dev: vedinad
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 15.9 hrsMean: 31.2 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: Bullet Heaven 47.7%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Bullet Hell 10.1%, Roguelike 8.4%, Roguelite 7.9%

  26. #26 Gunbot Diplomacy
    80% matchVery Positive88% of 255 reviews2025
    Dev: Sleepy SentryPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Splatter slimes, massacre mutants, and assemble your perfect Gunbot! Survive hordes of enemies in this top-down shooter roguelite by customizing your weapons on the unique upgrade grid, and pick from a wide variety of build-defining modules and wacky base bots for a new experience every run.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 44.6%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Action Roguelike 12.4%, Roguelike 9.8%, Roguelite 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced bullet-heaven that rewards aggressive play and strategic positioning against overwhelming odds.

  27. #27 Rocket Rats
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,406 reviews2024
    Dev: Gagonfe
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Rocket Rats is a survivors-like game where you defeat cheese-based astral bodies in space – as a rat! Clear waves of enemies, collect cheese, upgrade your gear, and conquer the moon!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.5%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Roguelite 14%, Roguelike 10%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A quirky, pixel-art action-roguelike that offers fast-paced movement and satisfying combat encounters.

  28. #28 Breaking Survivors
    81% matchVery Positive89% of 71 reviews2023
    Dev: Axel Born
    Windows · Linux

    Brick-breaking gameplay meets Survivors-like mechanics. Use your balls to destroy bricks, level up and pick upgrades to hold your ground against waves of incoming bricks and try to high score in this roguelite brick breaking game.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 44.4%, 1980s 12.9%, Roguelite 9.1%, Bullet Hell 6.4%, Arcade 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: An arcade-focused survivor game that emphasizes score-chasing and quick, casual play sessions.

  29. #29 Elemental Survivors
    82% matchMostly Positive72% of 194 reviews2023
    Dev: Samobee Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Grind, die, upgrade, repeat in this auto-attacking roguelite/RPG! Transform into an enemy-blender with your fave attacks made devastating with equipment, party members, and elemental evolutions. Survive to earn gems to unlock areas, permanent upgrades, characters, and god-like summons.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 43%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Roguelite 8.8%, Roguelike 6.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on elemental-based combat and spell combinations, adding a layer of tactical variety to the survivor-like loop.

  30. #30 Kings of Kung Fu
    83% matchMixed66% of 720 reviews2015
    Dev: Jae Lee ProductionsPub: Digital Tribe
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Inspired by classic Kung Fu films, this passion fueled fighter provides fun 1 vs. 1 gameplay for gamers of all skill levels. Take on the role of one of 14 martial arts stunt masters as you fight to show your style cannot be beat. Fight it out in the Single Player Arcade Mode or Local Two Player VS. Matches.

    Why similar: Fighting 51.5%, Martial Arts 43.7%, Action 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D fighting game that leans heavily into the martial arts movie aesthetic and diverse combat styles.

  31. #31 Streets of Rage 4
    78% matchVery Positive92% of 19,422 reviews2020
    Dev: Dotemu
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.

    Why similar: Fighting 61.5%, Action 10.4%, Arcade 10%, Retro 9.5%, 2D 7%

    Why You'll Like It: While a traditional brawler, it captures the '80s action movie vibe and environmental combat feel better than almost any other game.

  32. #32 Achilles: Survivor
    76% matchVery Positive83% of 1,533 reviews2025
    Dev: Dark Point Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Thousands of enemies. One survivor. Fight like a demigod, build deadly defenses, and grow stronger after every run in this fast-paced bullet heaven set in mythic Greece.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 41.1%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Roguelite 9.4%, Roguelike 7.8%

  33. #33 Trials Survivors
    75% matchVery Positive87% of 247 reviews2026
    Dev: Angry wisp
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Fight through endless hordes in trials bestowed by constellation patrons. Upgrade skills, collect relics, and craft broken builds in true roguelite fashion! Rediscover the fantasy behind the words hack and slash and bullet heaven. Will you survive the densest monster Survivor-like ever created?

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 46.4%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Roguelite 9.6%, Roguelike 8.9%

  34. #34 Grind Survivors
    76% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,325 reviews2026
    Dev: Pushka StudiosPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Grind Survivors is a fast-paced action roguelike where demon hunters face endless hellspawn. Dodge, loot, and blast through brutal bullet-hell combat with dynamic builds and ever-changing weapons in a scorched, demon-ridden world.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 46.5%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Roguelike 8.5%, Roguelite 7.9%

  35. #35 Desktop Survivors 98
    74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,383 reviews2025
    Dev: Brandon Hesslau
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Desktop Survivors 98 is a chaotic roguelite dungeon crawler that unfolds right on your Desktop. Your cursor becomes the hero as you explore new rooms, battle relentless waves of enemies, and collect powerful new weapons.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 23.1%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Bullet Hell 19%, Roguelike 10.4%, Retro 6.9%

  36. #36 Choo Choo Survivor
    77% matchVery Positive85% of 586 reviews2023
    Dev: GTGD
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Drive your train to safety while shooting down endless hordes of zombies blocking your way. Upgrade your weapons and abilities and become absurdly powerful!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 40.3%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Roguelite 7.5%, Roguelike 7.4%

  37. #37 Let Them Come: Onslaught
    74% matchVery Positive90% of 234 reviews2025
    Dev: Tuatara GamesPub: Digital Bandidos
    Windows

    Survive the relentless offensive of the alien horde in Let Them Come: Onslaught, a sci-fi survival roguelite. The pursuit of the perfect build and an ever-expanding arsenal of abilities are the keys to your success.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 39.3%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, 2.5D 9.3%, Roguelite 8.9%

  38. #38 Backpack Survivors
    75% matchMostly Positive71% of 83 reviews2026
    Dev: CM Game Studio
    Windows

    Fight off swarms of monsters, fill your backpack with various weapons and items and battle your way through powerful bosses! Each run is different as you level up your character and unlock new weapons, items and relics. Improve your strength by using a powerful talent tree or change your subclass.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 39.2%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Roguelite 8.6%, Roguelike 7.9%

  39. #39 Boneraiser Minions
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,330 reviews2023
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Amass an army of undead to fight endless waves of heroes intent to end your boneraising ways! In this gothic auto-battler rogue-lite Survivor-like, use the bones of slain heroes to raise your minions, collect relics and spells, and unlock meta upgrades, all to survive King Gigald's crusade!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 33.8%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Roguelite 8.3%, 1980s 6.8%

  40. #40 Murim Survival
    72% matchMostly Positive76% of 273 reviews2026
    Dev: Sunwood Games
    Windows

    Murim Survival is a survival roguelite game where you must survive against constant waves of enemies within a limited time. Explore a dying world, acquire martial arts, equipment, and traits, and be reborn as a hero of Murim.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 39.5%, Action Roguelike 21.6%, Roguelike 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Combat 6%

  41. #41 Pixel Survivors : Roguelike
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 469 reviews2023
    Dev: Amrita
    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 12.9 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: Action Roguelike 21.5%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Roguelike 16.7%, Roguelite 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

  42. #42 Forestrike
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 927 reviews2025
    Dev: Skeleton Crew StudioPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Forestrike is a martial arts roguelite where every death brings you closer to winning the fight before it begins. Use your ‘Foresight’ ability to experiment without consequences before fighting for real until earning the ultimate reward - victory without ‘Foresight’.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 51.7%, Roguelite 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Combat 8.2%, Action 7%

  43. #43 Entropy Survivors
    71% matchVery Positive81% of 523 reviews2024
    Dev: Moving Pieces InteractivePub: First Break Labs
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Entropy Survivors is a bullet hell roguelike where you simultaneously control a powerful mech and a sharpshooting space frog, featuring outrageously creative abilities and powerful weapon customization. Save the universe in single player or 2-4 player online co-op!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 42.6%, Action Roguelike 15%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Roguelite 8.8%, Roguelike 8.1%

  44. #44 Nerd Survivors
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 101 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: Action Roguelike 22.4%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Bullet Heaven 13.9%, Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelite 11.9%

  45. #45 Vampire Hunters
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 2,006 reviews2024
    Dev: Gamecraft Studios
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    To hunt vampires, you'll need guns. Lots of guns. Mow down hordes of undead creatures by stacking your guns into absurd, over-the-top builds. Unleash your firepower and survive the mayhem in this Roguelite Survivors FPS.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 43.8%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Roguelite 9.7%, Roguelike 8.9%

  46. #46 Cobra Kai: The Karate Kid Saga Continues
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 618 reviews2021
    Dev: Flux GamesPub: GameMill Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Choose a side, master your moves, and embrace your destiny in an epic beat 'em up adventure inspired by the hit show. Take control of 8 playable characters with deep movesets, combos, progression, real-time character swaps, ultimate attacks, and much more!

    Why similar: Martial Arts 43.2%, Fighting 39.4%, 2.5D 12.7%, Action 2.2%, Combat 2%

  47. #47 Beatdown City Survivors
    68% matchVery Positive100% of 58 reviews2026
    Dev: NuChallenger
    Windows

    Eradicate hordes of monsters in this survivors style roguelite set in a rotting, destructible city that hates you. Start fires, blow stuff up, electrify water, you name it. Upgrade & craft an arsenal of oddball weapons including pigeons riding boots. Unlock & upgrade offbeat characters & SURVIVE!

    Why similar: Martial Arts 38.8%, Action Roguelike 20.2%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Roguelite 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%

  48. #48 Runic Survivor
    72% 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: Action Roguelike 20.4%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Roguelike 11.5%, Roguelite 10.9%, Bullet Heaven 9%

  49. #49 Skybreakers
    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 697 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 27.7%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, 2.5D 10%, Roguelite 9.6%

  50. #50 Power Fantasy
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 583 reviews2025
    Dev: Lava Lamb Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Survive hordes of blood hungry enemies and hope for the best upgrades while you level up! Power Fantasy is a fresh rogue-survivors-like with unique heroes and tons of customization.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 47.8%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Top-Down 5%, Roguelike 5%

  51. #51 Bloodshed
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 1,833 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 36.5%, Bullet Hell 31.2%, Roguelite 23.5%, Action 5.7%, Singleplayer 3.2%

  52. #52 Neophyte
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 671 reviews2026
    Dev: Regal Pigeon
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    A mini topdown action roguelike with chaotic spell-slinging hack-n-slash combat. Collect spells, choose perks and discover powerful synergies to become an unstoppable monster-slaying wizard.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.6%, Roguelite 15.8%, Bullet Heaven 15.5%, Roguelike 12.2%, Arcade 8.9%

  53. #53 Geometry Survivor
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 102 reviews2024
    Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
    Windows

    Geometry Survivor is rogue-lite survival where you fight waves of enemies. Unlock innovative upgrades in the shop, acquire new ships and conquer the unforgiving grid world.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 25%, Roguelite 16.3%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, 1980s 13%, Retro 10.6%

  54. #54 DVD Survivors
    66% matchVery Positive100% of 52 reviews2026
    Dev: Signal Spike Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    YOU are the DVD Survivor! Bounce off walls, collect bytes, stack weapons, evolve your build, close waves of pop-ups, destroy error windows, eliminate bosses (Slippy!), and destroy all the other digital threats! Short runs and ALL THE WEAPONS! This is the final CORNER SLAM!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Roguelike 16.3%, 1980s 13.4%, Roguelite 11.7%, Arcade 9.9%

  55. #55 Chrono Survival
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 115 reviews2022
    Dev: Petushock ProductionPub: Petushock Production
    Windows

    On the eve of the end of the world, become the last hope for the world by standing alone against thousands of monsters. Chrono Survival is a hyper arcade rogue-lite game that combines simple gameplay and challenge.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 64.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Action 12.5%, Singleplayer 3.7%

  56. #56 The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
    69% matchMostly Positive74% of 78 reviews2024
    Dev: Odaclick Game StudioPub: GameMill Entertainment
    Windows

    Dominate the dojo in The Karate Kid: Street Rumble, a pixel art beat ‘em up adventure. Grab your friends for local co-op multiplayer and dive into the classic The Karate Kid journey with retro-style gameplay, dynamic combat, and epic boss battles.

    Why similar: Martial Arts 52.1%, Arcade 13.1%, Retro 10.5%, Action 9.5%, Combat 8%

  57. #57 Nuclear Gladiators 3000
    66% matchVery Positive95% of 65 reviews2025
    Dev: Turbo NapalmPub: RedDeer.Games
    Windows

    Congratulations! You've been selected to participate in the ultimate TV show! Survive hordes of ruthless mutants, upgrade your arsenal, improve your skills and win fabulous prizes in this live-broadcast action roguelike! Do you have what it takes to survive?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Roguelite 13.1%, 1980s 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  58. #58 Spartan Survivors
    66% matchVery Positive88% of 386 reviews2025
    Dev: Bathrobe
    Windows · Linux

    Fight hordes of Covenant & Flood in this new game mixing Roguelite & Bullet Heaven for hours of mindless fun!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Bullet Heaven 17.8%, Roguelite 15.3%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

  59. #59 Cursorblade
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 1,023 reviews2023
    Dev: RealPeach
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Cursorblade is a bullet hell game where you play as the cursor, fighting your way through waves of enemies. Combine weapons and items to become more powerful with your own unique builds. Slash, dodge, upgrade, and repeat!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 40%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Roguelite 8.7%, Roguelike 8%

  60. #60 Street karate 3
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 59 reviews2021
    Dev: Essential Tactics Games
    Windows

    Street Karate 3 is a thrilling beat 'em up game where you combat numerous foes in unequal duels. Wield improvised weapons, execute powerful strikes wisely, and utilize throws and jumps to conquer challenges. Revive strategically, prove your skill, and emerge victorious!

    Why similar: Martial Arts 51.8%, Fighting 37.9%, Arcade 8.2%, Casual 2.1%

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