- #1 METAL MAX Xeno Reborn
97% matchMixed67% of 457 reviews2022
Dev: 24Frame,inc.Pub: PQube
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Metal Max Xeno Reborn is an action JRPG with real-time battle and vehicle combat elements. Join Talis, a lone hunter, and search for allies in a vengeance-charged war against monsters & robotic enemies. Learn new skills and collect and customize tanks as you journey through a devastated world.
Why similar: Dogs 74.1% ★, Post-apocalyptic 11.6%, Action RPG 7.9%, RPG 3.6%, Action 1.6%
- #2 Space Hack
96% matchMixed44% of 817 reviews2014
Pub: Meridian4
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 10%
Space Hack is an isometric action RPG set in space, featuring fast-paced hack-and-slash combat, loot progression, and dozens of levels to explore aboard a doomed colony ship.
Why similar: Dogs 58.7% ★, Hack and Slash 8.6%, Action Roguelike 7.3%, Dungeon Crawler 6%, Action RPG 5.7%
- #3 Dig Dog
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 83 reviews2018
Dev: Rusty MoyherPub: Wild Rooster
Windows · Mac
An action roguelike digger. Dig to discover treasure, adventure and bones! Jump, dash, stomp and dig your way through a strange world inhabited by stranger creatures.
Why similar: Dogs 83.5% ★, Action Roguelike 8.2%, Roguelite 4.2%, Action 1.4%, Casual 1.1%
- #4 Dogworld
95% matchVery Positive96% of 111 reviews2021
Dev: Lateralis Heavy Industries
Windows
Shoot, jump, and slide your way through a ruined, mysterious, dog-filled world as you fight to save humanity from the clutches of a rogue AI named Daddy.
Why similar: Dogs 88.2% ★, Action 4.4%, Sci-fi 3.9%, Indie 2.5%, Singleplayer 1%
- #5 ProtoCorgi
94% matchVery Positive90% of 170 reviews2023
Dev: Kemono GamesPub: Ravenscourt
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Get ready to Bark’em Up! Play as Bullet, a C³ class (Cute Cybernetic Corgi) pup on his quest to save his owner, a brilliant scientist kidnapped by an alien race that wants to rule the galaxy. ProtoCorgi is a retro pixel art shoot’em up with a strong arcade feel!
Why similar: Dogs 91.7% ★, Cute 4.8%, Action 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%, Indie 0.6%
- #6 Metal Bringer
94% matchVery Positive88% of 1,137 reviews2025
Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.6%, Action Roguelike 20.5%, Dungeon Crawler 16%, Action RPG 15.5%, Roguelite 9.8%
- #7 Astrodogs
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 70 reviews2021
Dev: Dynamic Media TriadPub: Digital Tribe
Windows
Astrodogs is an on-rails arcade action game featuring a cast of space dogs that have to save the galaxy from WOOFER, a corporation that controls everything. Also ran by dogs.
Why similar: Dogs 91.6% ★, Cute 5.5%, Action 2.9%
- #8 Wild Dogs
92% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2023
Dev: 2ndBoss
Windows · Mac · Linux
The world is under a frantic alien attack. Amidst the chaos and with the army virtually subdued, the deadliest and most inconsequential pair of specialists are called upon to do what must be done. Join the war hunting aliens around the world and in every way possible.
Why similar: Dogs 94.1% ★, Action 4.5%, Indie 0.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #9 Cosmobreeder Yiffai
91% matchVery Positive85% of 162 reviews2025
Dev: KEMOSHOCO
Windows
Travel to a forgotten world and study alien creatures in this authentic retro metroidvania!
Why similar: Dogs 86.1% ★, Cute 6.3%, Sci-fi 4.3%, Action 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #10 Wirewalk()↳
91% matchVery Positive97% of 88 reviews2021
Dev: debugChicken
Windows · Mac
Wirewalk()↳ is a whimsical adventure where you raid virus-riddled systems with a very big baseball bat.
Why similar: Dogs 51.1% ★, Action RPG 15.8%, Dungeon Crawler 15.5%, Top-Down 9%, RPG 7.5%
- #11 PAW ALLIANCE
89% matchVery Positive91% of 54 reviews2026
Dev: Cotton Game
Windows
Become the universe's deadliest and most adorable special agent in this high-octane 2.5D roguelite action game! Mow down hordes of mutant creatures, discover a vast arsenal of items and skills to craft your perfect build, and uncover the shocking truth behind the catastrophic Swarm!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.3%, Action Roguelike 28.6%, Top-Down 16.7%, Cute 13.1%, Action 2.8%
- #12 Animal Rescuer
90% matchMixed59% of 146 reviews2020
Dev: Turquoise Revival Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Animal Rescuer is helping lovely animals through exploring an epic world with faster gameplay and increased quest and combat intensity.
Why similar: Dogs 68.5% ★, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Action RPG 9.1%, RPG 4.8%, Action 2.4%
- #13 Fidel Dungeon Rescue
89% matchVery Positive94% of 399 reviews2017
Dev: Daniel Benmergui
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A critically acclaimed roguelite where you can REWIND to find the optimal path through monsters, treasure and secrets. Quick to play. No grinding. No filler. Deep gameplay.
Why similar: Dogs 76.6% ★, Dungeon Crawler 7.2%, Procedural Generation 5.2%, Roguelite 4.3%, Cute 3.3%
- #14 Metal Mutation
88% matchMostly Positive73% of 80 reviews2023
Dev: T0 STUDIOPub: Microids
Windows
In a not-so-distant future taken over by companies and technology, a Cyborg and an AI fight together to save mankind from nanoviruses. Play alone or as a team of 4 players in this Post-Cyberpunk Action Roguelike Dungeon Crawler!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.2%, Action Roguelike 21.1%, Dungeon Crawler 12.3%, Roguelite 11%, Action RPG 10.7%
- #15 Castaway
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 256 reviews2024
Dev: Canari Games
Windows
Retrieve your weapons, face bosses to save your dog in a retro adventure focused on 3 dungeons. Finish the Story mode to unlock the Survivor mode: a 50-floor "Death Tower". You'll enjoy classic mechanics, charming visual style, and an enchanting soundtrack.
Why similar: Dogs 75.7% ★, Top-Down 10.4%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Action 2.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #16 M.O.O.D.S.
86% matchVery Positive85% of 67 reviews2025
Dev: StickyStoneStudio
Windows
Grab a gun and take down hostile robots corrupted by synthetic emotions! Combine weapon modifications and wreak havoc in this roguelite shooter. Let your emotions shape combat and alter boss fights! Fight alone or join up with up to 4 players!
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 20%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, Procedural Generation 14.8%, Top-Down 11%
- #17 PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 107 reviews2026
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer is a 2D action roguelike platformer RPG set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, infused with biopunk and dark sci-fi flair. Survive the chaos, clash with mutant foes, and explore mysterious sites in this indie adventure!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.5%, Action Roguelike 23.3%, Roguelite 11.7%, Post-apocalyptic 11.3%, RPG 7.3%
- #18 Core Devourer
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 113 reviews2024
Dev: IcyQuill
Windows
Hunt down huge hordes of droids, absorb their cores and become the strongest cybernetic being. In this sci-fi action-packed roguelite, you unlock weapons with unique effects, craft powerful gear and create endless combinations of upgrades for your character. Make your choice and break the game.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23%, Action RPG 17.1%, Procedural Generation 14.8%, Top-Down 11.4%, Roguelite 11.2%
- #19 Doomsday Hunters
84% matchVery Positive90% of 787 reviews2023
Dev: Moregames
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Shoot stuff in a perfect pixel world, combine items, build guns, die every time! Roguelite twin-stick shooter where magic and post-apocalyptic future technologies collide. Defeat evil lord Dracula and save everyone!
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 24.2%, Dungeon Crawler 20.3%, Action Roguelike 20.1%, Procedural Generation 18%, Roguelite 9.9%
- #20 UNDERDOGS
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,771 reviews2024
Dev: One Hamsa
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%
UNDERGROUND MECH FIGHTS! Wrap yourself in 5 tons of metal & go smashing through a dark scene of full-on metal-on-metal violence!
Why similar: Roguelite 46.2%, Action Roguelike 32%, Action 17.9%, Singleplayer 3.9%
- #21 BioGun
83% matchVery Positive86% of 634 reviews2024
Dev: Dapper Dog Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Get injected into the microscopic world of BioGun. Face viral threats and winding corridors on your mission to save man’s best friend from the inside. Will you save dog-kind from extinction?
Why similar: Dogs 86.9% ★, Cute 7.9%, Action 2.8%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #22 Demon Hunt
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 435 reviews2025
Dev: Massive Hug
Windows
Battle through demon-infested lands in this fast-paced rogue-lite bullet-heaven. Pick unique weapons with powerful evolutions, and hunt down ancient demons in intense boss fights. Loot, upgrade, and unlock new ways to grow stronger after every hunt!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.3%, Post-apocalyptic 20.8%, Roguelite 15.1%, Top-Down 12.9%, Sci-fi 11.6%
- #23 TOP DOG
81% matchVery Positive89% of 260 reviews2025
Dev: MorfeoDev
Windows
Dogfight your way through short, intense and randomized runs. Hard but easy to pickup, with daily leaderboards and minimum hardware requirements
Why similar: Military 34.8%, Action Roguelike 34.2%, Procedural Generation 24.6%, Action 4%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #24 Gunner-chan!
80% matchVery Positive92% of 230 reviews2025
Dev: kido
Windows
A 2.5D top-down, roguelike shooter set in a base that has been taken over by a revolt of robots.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 47.8%, Action 13.5%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Top-Down 12.9%, Cute 6.3%
- #25 Uragun
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 245 reviews2023
Dev: Kool2Play
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
You are a friendly-but-deadly Mech on a journey searching for your missing pilot in this action-packed roguelite shooter. Choose your missions and rewards, research skills, equip expansions, mod your weapons, install plugins, customize your looks and stylishly cut your way through hordes of evil AI.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 21.1%, Action Roguelike 21.1%, Procedural Generation 18.1%, Top-Down 12.1%, Roguelite 10.6%
- #26 Hell Shooter
79% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: PLAY Mephistowaltz
Windows
Hell Shooter is a roguelike dungeon crawler game. It features unique attack methods, exhilarating action, an oriental hellish atmosphere, and each character's storytelling.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.3%, Action Roguelike 18.9%, Dungeon Crawler 15.5%, Action RPG 14.6%, Roguelite 9.3%
- #27 Roboquest
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 23,988 reviews2023
Dev: RyseUp Studios
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Roboquest is a fast FPS Roguelite in a scorched futureworld. You're a rebooted Guardian, ready to kick some metal ass! Fight with your buddy or by yourself and annihilate hordes of deadly bots in ever-changing environments.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.8%, Post-apocalyptic 25.6%, Roguelite 18.2%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Action 4.2%
- #28 Russian Subway Dogs
79% matchVery Positive97% of 272 reviews2018
Dev: Spooky Squid Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A fast-paced arcade game inspired by the real-life stray dogs of the Moscow metro. Compete in online leaderboards and progress through a challenging campaign while unlocking guest critters from your fave games! Juggle vodka, bark fire, cook bears, and more! Can you steal enough food to survive?
Why similar: Dogs 86.8% ★, Cute 8.2%, Action 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%, Indie 1.1%
- #29 METALLIC CHILD
78% matchVery Positive85% of 1,237 reviews2021
Dev: Action Square(STUDIO HG)Pub: HIKE Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
“Grab, hurl, and eliminate” Rogue-lite Core-Action!! A large-scale rebellion erupts within the spacecraft “Life Stream.” With the help of you, Rona, an android known as “Metallic Child,” stands up against a fleet of massive robots to stop the plot devised by her own creator, Doctor Irene.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.5%, Action Roguelike 28%, Cute 15.5%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Roguelite 6.9%
- #30 METAL BEANS
78% matchVery Positive92% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: artsy_viiPub: TEAM LOADING PIXELS
Windows
METAL BEANS is a 3D Action-Arcade game where you control two desktop buddies in a computer space. Protect the PC from digital threats by charging up your way through virus creatures and upgrading Catbot and Robitz in the system!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.9%, Roguelite 25.7%, Action 15.9%, Casual 12.2%, Indie 3.2%
- #31 Dungeons of Edera
77% matchMixed68% of 1,058 reviews2022
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.3%, Dungeon Crawler 17.1%, Procedural Generation 12.6%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Action RPG 11.8%
- #32 Idol VS Furries
76% matchVery Positive82% of 85 reviews2023
Dev: SeedWall
Windows
Survive to Furries, and Farm Skins, in stylized gunfights
Why similar: Cute 41%, Casual 31.6%, Action 27.4%
- #33 MYRIAD DEATH
74% matchVery Positive86% of 274 reviews2025
Dev: IGNITION MPub: holo Indie
Windows
This is an exhilarating action and shooting game where you fight using weapons with different abilities.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.6%, Action Roguelike 32.7%, Roguelite 14.2%, Top-Down 13.2%, Action 3.8%
- #34 Armechgeddon
75% matchPositive88% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: MothCat
Windows
Armechgeddon is a chaotic action rogue-lite with a minimalist control scheme. Pick the right mech and pilot for the job, and lay waste to hundreds of enemies with your custom arsenal.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.6%, Roguelite 19.9%, Top-Down 12%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Casual 7.8%
- #35 Oblivion Override
73% matchVery Positive91% of 2,016 reviews2024
Dev: Humble MillPub: XD
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.5%, Action Roguelike 24.2%, Post-apocalyptic 17.4%, Roguelite 11.3%, Sci-fi 7.6%
- #36 The Crackpet Show
74% matchVery Positive86% of 833 reviews2022
Dev: Vixa GamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
The Crackpet Show is an action-packed rogue-lite shoot’em-up about mutated animals that fight in a bizarre TV show, crushing their opponents with a variety of weapons. Choose your beastie, gear ‘em up, and go kill your enemies in the name of fame and sweet sponsorship deals!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.8%, Procedural Generation 22.5%, Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, Roguelite 13%, Cute 12.8%
- #37 Morsels
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 569 reviews2025
Dev: FurculaPub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Morsels is a fast-paced creature collecting roguelite with a rotating roster of characters to switch between at will. Overcome a clique of killer cats as you fight your way out of the sewers in this unique, action-packed journey.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 56.2%, Top-Down 14.7%, Roguelite 14.6%, Action 9.7%, Indie 3.4%
- #38 Ain Dodo
75% matchVery Positive88% of 168 reviews2019
Dev: oukaein
Windows
Ain Dodo is simple and casual game. Main character is doggo, Ain.You can jump over obstacle and defeat monsters. There are some Bosses.With 36 ammo, you defeat various monsters and gimmicks.
Why similar: Casual 40.8%, Action 35.7%, Indie 23.6%
- #39 Woof Blaster
76% matchVery Positive83% of 139 reviews2015
Dev: Fabian Jarrett
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 26%
Woof Blaster is an action packed shooter featuring a dog with a gun and jet boots in search of a magical pizza which holds the key to becoming King of the Dog Planet. Destroy waves of enemies with an array of weapons, power-ups and the ability to transform into different monsters such as a T-Rex!
Why similar: Action 60.4%, Indie 39.6%
- #40 Go Fight Fantastic
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 106 reviews2024
Dev: Dinomite GamesPub: Kinda Brave
Windows
Bird Planet is under attack! Team up in co-op (local and online) or fight the invaders solo in this fast-paced, light-hearted and vibrantly hand-drawn hack n’ slash for 1-3 players.
Why similar: Dogs 68.6% ★, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Action RPG 9.9%, Sci-fi 5.3%, Action 1.4%
- #41 Deflector
71% matchVery Positive87% of 356 reviews2023
Dev: Arrowfist GamesPub: SuperGG.com
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Deflector is a top down action rogue-lite set in a deadly microcosm. Dive deep into hostile worlds teeming with viruses. Strike down increasingly challenging enemies with your weapons and their own deflected projectiles. Live, die, grow stronger and become powerful enough to reach the Source!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.9%, Action Roguelike 21%, Roguelite 14.9%, Top-Down 13.5%, RPG 11.1%
- #42 Project Lazarus
71% matchVery Positive80% of 1,377 reviews2023
Dev: Terapoly
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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: Action Roguelike 59.8%, Sci-fi 16%, Casual 11%, Action 10%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #43 COLLAPSED
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 183 reviews2019
Dev: Glaive Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Collapsed is a post-apocalyptic roguelike action-platformer. Hunt your prey through vast procedurally-generated levels filled with tough enemies, useful loot and experience points. Fight alone or with a friend – either way, it won’t be easy!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 44.8%, Roguelite 22.4%, Post-apocalyptic 12.7%, Procedural Generation 11.2%, Action 5.4%
- #44 Striving for Light
69% matchVery Positive80% of 235 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.6%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Action RPG 15.9%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Procedural Generation 12.1%
- #45 Biters & Bullets: Prologue
70% matchVery Positive90% of 351 reviews2022
Dev: Night Owls
Windows
Battle and survive hordes of monsters in this high octane casual game with rogue-lite elements. Defeat bosses, hot-wire cars and stack powerups. How long will you survive?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.2%, Post-apocalyptic 26.7%, Top-Down 15.2%, Roguelite 14.1%, Casual 6.5%
- #46 Bibots
72% matchMixed57% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: Square SquidPub: PID Games
Windows
Bibots is a top-down shooter rogue lite set in a futuristic world. Play as Tayar, an explorer in control of a nervy robot and clear rooms filled with monsters, powers and secrets to unveil. Die, try and repeat until you face your world’s final threat.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 56.4%, Top-Down 25.7%, Action 9.4%, Indie 5.8%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #47 Noobs Want to Live
67% matchVery Positive89% of 4,958 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: Action Roguelike 20.8%, Action RPG 18.4%, Procedural Generation 16.3%, Top-Down 13.1%, Roguelite 11%
- #48 Dog Duty
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 126 reviews2020
Dev: Zanardi and LizaPub: SOEDESCO
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
As some evil bigwig Octopus Commander and his army are threatening world-peace, it’s up to you and your squad of misfits to eliminate that octo-scum. Liberate outposts, defeat bosses and wreck these wicked squids up, but beware, they’re well-armed.
Why similar: Dogs 85.2% ★, Military 10.1%, Action 1.8%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #49 Dungeon Core
70% matchVery Positive82% of 55 reviews2023
Dev: Talismanic Entertainment
Windows
Dungeon Core is a roguelite top-down shooter where you get to explore the sewers and beyond to ultimately reach an old underground research facility. Old nuclear waste has caused dangerous mutations in creatures due to a failed experiment. You set out to destroy the abandoned nuclear core.
Why similar: Action RPG 18.5%, Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Post-apocalyptic 16.7%, Top-Down 10.7%, Roguelite 10.2%
- #50 Gunbot Diplomacy: Blast Off
67% matchVery Positive87% of 142 reviews2025
Dev: Sleepy SentryPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Splatter slimes, massacre mutants, and assemble your perfect Gunbot! Survive the wasteland in this top-down shooter roguelite by customizing your weapons on the unique upgrade grid, and pick from tons of build-defining modules and wacky bots for a new experience every run. Prologue teaser build.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 33%, Post-apocalyptic 29.1%, Roguelite 15.5%, Cute 8.1%, Action 6.9%
- #51 Supercat Survivors
66% matchVery Positive84% of 172 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: Action Roguelike 43.9%, Cute 17.9%, RPG 15.4%, Casual 9.2%, Action 8.5%
- #52 Hyperspace Dogfights
70% matchVery Positive90% of 139 reviews2018
Dev: Sleeper Games
Windows · Linux
Hyperspace Dogfights is a juicy jet-combat roguelite in which you blast, dodge and slice your way through masses of technologically inferior baddies. Your jet evolves differently on each run and becomes stronger and weirder by gathering some of the 300+ available items.
Why similar: Roguelite 23.7%, Sci-fi 22.9%, Procedural Generation 22.8%, Action Roguelike 21.1%, Action 4%
- #53 Goodboy Galaxy
66% matchVery Positive96% of 145 reviews2024
Dev: Goodboy Galaxy Ltd.
Windows · Linux
A vibrant sci-fi platform adventure game where you help Maxwell the dog explore unfamiliar worlds, make strange new friends and contend with mysterious forces - by jumping, shooting, slicing, shrinking, warping and drilling.
Why similar: Dogs 91.5% ★, Sci-fi 4.6%, Action 3.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%, Indie 0.3%
- #54 Battle Shapers
65% matchVery Positive82% of 1,089 reviews2024
Dev: Metric Empire
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Battle Shapers is an action-packed, sci-fi FPS roguelite in which you shoot and smash your way through swarms of corrupt robots. Wield powerful weapons, abilities, and game-changing new powers stolen from ruthless Overlords.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 43.3%, Roguelite 23.1%, Sci-fi 18%, Action 7.3%, Indie 4.7%
- #55 Animal Rescuer: Prologue
69% matchMixed68% of 145 reviews2020
Dev: Turquoise Revival Games
Windows
Animal Rescuer: Prologue is a free standalone version of the game Animal Rescuer, featuring the initial part of the story. Our hero is helping lovely animals through exploring an epic world with faster gameplay and increased quest and combat intensity.
Why similar: Dogs 59% ★, Hack and Slash 19.3%, Action RPG 11%, RPG 5.2%, Action 2.6%
- #56 Biolab Wars
68% matchVery Positive87% of 135 reviews2019
Dev: 2ndBoss
Windows · Mac · Linux
Inspired by the 8-bit games and by the movies from the 80's, your goal is to blow things up, defeat aliens and fight bizarre bosses in this platformer 2D with classic mechanics.
Why similar: Dogs 83% ★, Sci-fi 10%, Action 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.8%, Indie 1.5%
- #57 Time Snatcher Handy
64% matchVery Positive97% of 96 reviews2025
Dev: PulleyBunPub: Cometsoft Inc.
Windows
The universe's greatest cat burglar? The ultimate phantom thief across dimensions? Nah... Time Snatcher Handy, that's me! A time-stop bullet-hell action roguelike starring "Handy" the stylish cat burglar! Stop the time to dodge bullets, gather items to get stronger, and escape the Time Museum!
Why similar: Dogs 62.6% ★, Action Roguelike 9.9%, Procedural Generation 6.7%, Dungeon Crawler 6.6%, Top-Down 6.1%
- #58 WASTED
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,179 reviews2016
Dev: Mr. Podunkian
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Get wasted or get wasted trying in WASTED, a roguelike post-apocalyptic pub crawler. Fight tooth and nail, bullets and baseball bats in search of Booze, gain strange mutational Hangovers, and explore the Coolers in search of powerful weapons, armor, and a nice stiff drink to top it all off.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.8%, Post-apocalyptic 27.2%, Dungeon Crawler 10.3%, Roguelite 10.2%, RPG 9.6%