- #1 Windblown
97% matchVery Positive89% of 10,333 reviews2024
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A lightning-fast 1–3 player co-op roguelite from the creators of Dead Cells. DASH, DIVE and DESTROY across a shattered world. Build wild loadouts, unleash devastating Alterattacks, and become the last stand against the Vortex.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 24%, Souls-like 19%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Difficult 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced, fluid action-roguelite captures the high-speed combat and intense movement found in Morbid Metal.
- #2 Metal Bringer
96% matchVery Positive88% of 1,163 reviews2025
Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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: Spectacle fighter 33% ★, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Action Roguelike 16.2%, Action RPG 11.2%, Roguelite 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A mecha-themed, hack-and-slash spectacle-fighter roguelite that emphasizes fast, combo-driven combat.
- #3 Oblivion Override
96% matchVery Positive91% of 2,045 reviews2024
Dev: Humble MillPub: XD
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.2 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 31.7%, Action Roguelike 26.7%, Roguelite 15.6%, Sci-fi 10%, Futuristic 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced, robot-themed, hack-and-slash combat within a roguelite framework that feels very similar to Morbid Metal.
- #4 KIBORG
95% matchVery Positive85% of 1,401 reviews2025
Dev: Sobaka Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
KIBORG is a brutal rogue-lite beat’em up where you enhance your body with new cybernetic implants each run. You’ve been sent to the worst prison in the galaxy for crimes you didn’t commit. Death won’t provide an escape, but a violent reality show may offer a way out.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.9%, Action Roguelike 22.5%, Difficult 17.2%, Third Person 14.6%, Action RPG 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: An intense, sci-fi action-roguelite with brutal combat mechanics that mirror the visceral feel of the seed game.
- #5 Returnal™
94% matchVery Positive81% of 11,015 reviews2023
Dev: HousemarquePub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
BREAK THE CYCLE Fight to survive as this award-winning third-person shooter brings Selene’s story to PC. Take on roguelike challenges. Engage enemies in bullet hell-fuelled clashes. Share your journey through Returnal™ with another player.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.2%, Sci-fi 18.9%, Difficult 17.9%, Roguelite 11.9%, Action 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, third-person, sci-fi roguelite that matches the intense boss encounters and fast combat of the seed game.
- #6 VOIN
94% matchVery Positive94% of 3,626 reviews2024
Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Crafted by a solo developer, VOIN is a first-person hack-and-slash. Cleave through hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. Explore dark fantasy realms filled with secrets and dangers. Discover powerful gear and weapons, and face menacing bosses in your quest to cleanse a broken world.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.4%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Action RPG 14.4%, Roguelite 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides visceral, fast-paced, first-person hack-and-slash action that feels incredibly responsive.
- #7 Mortal Sin
93% matchVery Positive94% of 5,883 reviews2025
Dev: Nikola Todorovic
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.5%, Action Roguelike 30.3%, Roguelite 14.8%, Swordplay 10%, Action 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A stylish, first-person, hack-and-slash roguelite with deep combat mechanics and a focus on aggressive play.
- #8 GODBREAKERS
92% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,015 reviews2025
Dev: To The SkyPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Fast, Fluid, Frenetic! Break gods, steal powers, and chain abilities in a hectic combat loop. This 1-4 player co-op action roguelite is built for fast pick-up sessions and endlessly replayable chaos. Experience tough battles and maximum expression where every run feels rewarding!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 24.3% ★, Fast-Paced 18.8%, Action Roguelike 11.4%, Hack and Slash 9.9%, Difficult 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, spectacle-fighter roguelite that shares the high-intensity combat style of Morbid Metal.
- #9 Hades II
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 122,697 reviews2025
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 24.5 hrsMean: 43.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.2%, Action Roguelike 19%, Roguelite 14.8%, Action RPG 13%, Souls-like 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers highly polished, fast-paced, hack-and-slash roguelite combat with deep character-building systems.
- #10 Ultra Age
91% matchVery Positive82% of 319 reviews2022
Dev: Next Stage Inc.Pub: Intragames
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Slash your way through a futuristic Earth overrun with ruthless mutants and powerful robots. Now including ‘Rebirth Project,’ the all-new rogue-lite side mission that can be accessed from the main menu! (DLC installation is required.)
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 25.8% ★, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Difficult 11.4%, Action RPG 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A third-person, hack-and-slash action game featuring weapon-switching mechanics that reward fast combat.
- #11 Risk of Rain 2
90% matchVery Positive94% of 351,788 reviews2020
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 64.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42.1%, Roguelite 22.6%, Difficult 13.7%, Third Person 12%, Action 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, third-person, sci-fi roguelite that excels at delivering chaotic, high-speed combat encounters.
- #12 Ghostrunner 2
89% matchMostly Positive80% of 11,491 reviews2023
Dev: One More LevelPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Blood will run in Ghostrunner 2, a hardcore FPP slasher set in a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk future. Become the ultimate cyber ninja and prepare for epic boss fights, improved skills, an interactive story, new game modes, and captivating synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 29.4%, Swordplay 26.1%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Difficult 13.2%, Action-Adventure 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers high-speed, sci-fi, hack-and-slash action with a focus on precision and fluid movement.
- #13 Heretical
89% matchVery Positive85% of 1,028 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.4%, Hack and Slash 21.4%, Action Roguelike 19%, Action RPG 15.2%, Roguelite 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, action-roguelite with a strong focus on replayability and combat variety.
- #14 Katanaut
87% matchVery Positive90% of 529 reviews2025
Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 23.9%, Souls-like 18.5%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Action Roguelike 15%, Difficult 11%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, action-focused, hack-and-slash roguelite that emphasizes speed and precision.
- #15 ScourgeBringer
88% matchVery Positive86% of 3,268 reviews2020
Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 30%, Roguelite 27.5%, Action 15.5%, Difficult 13.2%, Fast-Paced 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, aerial-focused, hack-and-slash roguelite that demands constant movement and quick reflexes.
- #16 Have a Nice Death
86% matchVery Positive86% of 10,763 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Design StudiosPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.7%, Action Roguelike 34.6%, Roguelite 17%, Action 6.6%, Singleplayer 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features fast, fluid, hack-and-slash roguelite combat with a strong emphasis on combo execution.
- #17 Shattered Realm Rebirth
85% matchVery Positive92% of 87 reviews2026
Dev: kingnagame
Windows
Multi-world rogue-lite endless challenge. The surface world hides dangers, the inner world overflows with treasure. Transcend worlds and master time through soul transference. Fight your way out and escape this reality. Strategic builds reduce reliance on pure stats.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 20.5% ★, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Action RPG 11.3%, Roguelite 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy, roguelite experience with deep combat mechanics and a focus on character progression.
- #18 Thymesia
86% matchVery Positive82% of 10,050 reviews2022
Dev: OverBorder StudioPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.4%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Difficult 15.8%, Action RPG 12.7%, Third Person 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, souls-like, hack-and-slash game that rewards aggressive combat and quick reactions.
- #19 Cursemark
84% matchVery Positive87% of 605 reviews2026
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Hack, slash, and cast your way through a haunted kingdom brimming with secrets where no two builds are ever the same. As a cursed mage-knight you will unlock devastating spells, equip ability transforming runes, and reforge your curse on the path to victory or death in this fantasy action roguelite.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.4%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Action RPG 11.2%, Roguelite 10%
Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy, hack-and-slash, action-roguelite that incorporates souls-like combat elements.
- #20 Dead Cells
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 182,870 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.7%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Roguelite 12.7%, Difficult 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for fast-paced, fluid, hack-and-slash roguelite combat with high replayability.
- #21 Trinity Fusion
83% matchVery Positive85% of 905 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.9%, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Action RPG 12.7%, Futuristic 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, sci-fi, action-roguelite featuring multiple character playstyles and fluid combat.
- #22 Katana ZERO
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 76,003 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.4 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: Fast-Paced 37.4%, Hack and Slash 28.3%, Difficult 16.2%, Action 8.4%, Sci-fi 7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers high-speed, stylish, action-heavy gameplay with a sharp sci-fi aesthetic.
- #23 Morbid: The Lords of Ire
82% matchMixed68% of 330 reviews2024
Dev: Still RunningPub: Max Ent Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Risk insanity in the gruesome slash-em-up Morbid: The Lords of Ire, with brutal combat and souls-like elements. Defeat the five Lords of Ire as you fight for your life across tortured landscapes, rending the evil Gahars of their flesh-bound forms.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.4%, Hack and Slash 23.5%, Difficult 14.6%, Third Person 11.2%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, hack-and-slash, souls-like action game with a focus on difficult, methodical combat.
- #24 Dragon Is Dead
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 702 reviews2025
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Dragon is Dead is a 2D dark fantasy roguelite with hack-and-slash combat and unlockable classes. Build class skill trees, slot runes, and chase Legendary and Mythic loot through corrupted stages.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.9%, Action Roguelike 21.2%, Souls-like 17.6%, Action RPG 15.8%, Roguelite 13.2%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite with deep hack-and-slash combat and complex character progression systems.
- #25 Hack and Slash Fury
80% matchVery Positive80% of 237 reviews2025
Dev: juan_poder_azure
Windows
Heavy Metal! Deep Combo System! Lot of Cinematics! Discover Legendary Warriors Forged in War! Destroy the dark empire! and save the world of his tiranity!!! Dark or Light?! Only one will Survive!!! Prepare your sword! And Anihilate all your enemies!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 27.4% ★, Swordplay 19.3%, Souls-like 16.3%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Cinematic 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A spectacle-fighter that focuses on intense, combo-driven combat and swordplay.
- #26 STEAMRUSH
81% matchMixed70% of 219 reviews2024
Dev: Team Sleeping GiantPub: AIV - Accademia Italiana Videogiochi
Windows
STEAMRUSH is a third-person Boss Rush game featuring fast-paced melee combat against unique bosses, punctuated by exploration segments that gradually unveil the captivating story of the isolated city-state of Haze.
Why similar: Swordplay 27.1%, Souls-like 24.7%, Hack and Slash 20.7%, Third Person 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8%
Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-themed, souls-like, hack-and-slash action game with a focus on challenging combat.
- #27 VOID/BREAKER
77% matchVery Positive92% of 2,726 reviews2025
Dev: Stubby GamesPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Fast paced Bullet hell Roguelite FPS 🔴 Fight relentless machines driven by a hostile AI. Escape an endless cycle. Craft infinite weapon variants with deep gun modding. Forge deadly synergies. Carve your way out through enviro destruction /BREAK THE SYSTEM /BREAK FREE
Why similar: Fast-Paced 29.4%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Difficult 13.7%, Roguelite 12.2%, Futuristic 11.6%
- #28 Deflector
79% matchVery Positive87% of 357 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 28.7%, Action Roguelike 18.8%, Difficult 16.9%, Roguelite 16.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, bullet-hell, hack-and-slash roguelite that emphasizes movement and dodging.
- #29 Cinderia
76% matchVery Positive88% of 4,774 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, magic cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.6%, Action Roguelike 26.5%, Roguelite 16.6%, Action RPG 11.5%, Action-Adventure 6.1%
- #30 Dark Light: Survivor
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 352 reviews2026
Dev: Mirari&Co.
Windows
Dark Light: Survivor is a dark sci-fi action roguelike with ARPG loot and third-person shooter combat. Switch anytime between top-down view and TPS aiming as you build weapons, skills, and classes across brutal multiverse runs.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.7%, Hack and Slash 29.4%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Atmospheric 10.3%, Action 10.1%
- #31 Tears of Metal
75% matchVery Positive86% of 2,395 reviews2026
Dev: Paper Cult
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Fight solo or up to 4-player co-op to reclaim your island alongside your Scottish battalion. On each campaign, gain new powerful upgrades, rally your forces, and stop the invader as they carve into the Mother Stone to harvest its power.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.3%, Action Roguelike 26.6%, Difficult 18.1%, Third Person 15.6%, Roguelite 3.3%
- #32 Dandy Ace
78% matchVery Positive87% of 1,324 reviews2021
Dev: Mad MimicPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Dandy Ace is an over the top action game that follows this fabulous magician seeking to combine and use his magical cards, fighting and looting his way to defeat the Green-Eyed Illusionist and free himself from a cursed mirror.
Why similar: Difficult 30.4%, Roguelite 29.4%, Action 26.1%, Atmospheric 9.5%, Singleplayer 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, action-roguelite that focuses on creating powerful ability combinations during combat.
- #33 Darkblade Ascent
76% matchVery Positive81% of 556 reviews2025
Dev: PST Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.
Why similar: Swordplay 26.8%, Action Roguelike 17.5%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Souls-like 16.5%, Action RPG 11.9%
- #34 OmniFootman
79% matchVery Positive84% of 122 reviews2019
Dev: WT Studio
Windows
OmniFootman is a rogue-lite action game with souls-like combat system. Take your adventure in this cursed, ever-changing kingdom and beat your enemies with different ability combinations. Be careful as your death is permanent.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.5%, Souls-like 18.2%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Roguelite 14%, Action RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that blends souls-like combat mechanics with fast-paced exploration.
- #35 Fabular: Once Upon a Spacetime
78% matchVery Positive85% of 163 reviews2022
Dev: Spiritus Games
Windows
Cross blades with space knights in this epic physics-based roguelike where space-age and medieval combat collide. Die often, upgrade, and battle your way across the galaxy, defeating rival ships in methodical skirmishes on a quest to save your kingdom from destruction!
Why similar: Souls-like 19.1%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Action RPG 12.3%, Difficult 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi, action-rpg, roguelite that uses unique physics-based combat in a space setting.
- #36 Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel
75% matchVery Positive82% of 7,720 reviews2025
Dev: Games FarmPub: Grindstone
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hordes of Hel is a gripping roguelike horde-survivor game set in the dark realms of Norse Mythology. Fight waves of enemies to earn divine blessings of ancient Viking Deities, explore hostile worlds and face powerful bosses. Become a god-like warrior in this ultimate showdown.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.1%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Action RPG 17.7%, Roguelite 14.2%, Third Person 10.2%
- #37 OVIS LOOP
74% matchVery Positive89% of 1,197 reviews2025
Dev: LIFUEL
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A pixel-art action roguelike with dynamic combat, player-led combo crafting and a post-apocalyptic battle of wolf and lamb. Step into the shoes of the robot-sheep Omega to wield sci-fi weapons and gather evolving skills to protect your flock. Jump into the loop and create a unique combat style.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.8%, Action Roguelike 29.2%, Roguelite 17.4%, Futuristic 14.8%, Action 4.7%
- #38 Blood Rush
73% matchVery Positive98% of 172 reviews2025
Dev: MaxEstLa
Windows
BLOOD RUSH is a fast paced, skill based FPS, mixed with roguelites elements. Upgrade yourself, buy unique guns, drain miracles from relics and destroy anyone or anything standing on your way!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 28.4% ★, Fast-Paced 23.1%, Action Roguelike 15%, Action RPG 9.7%, Roguelite 9.4%
- #39 Arms of God
72% matchVery Positive88% of 1,856 reviews2026
Dev: Dark Jay Studio
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Gear up for a battle through hell in this roguelite Bullet Heaven Arena Autoshooter with Doom-inspired gore vibes, metal music, and a satisfying combat feel. Wield five weapons at once, upgrade and merge them to forge indestructible builds, and bring divine justice to a world on the brink of chaos.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.1%, Action RPG 27.9%, Roguelite 23.1%, Action 7.8%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #40 Meta Ghost: Breaking Show
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,796 reviews2026
Dev: Scarecrow StudioPub: Flawless Gaming
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Immerse yourself in the reality show — "Breaking Show", where you engage in real-time battles with various intelligent machines using cybernetic enhancements and weapons. Whether for personal gain or lofty ideals. Fight! Until you reach the final victory on this Rogue-lite journey.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.1%, Hack and Slash 20.1%, Souls-like 19.7%, Action RPG 13.3%, Roguelite 12.5%
- #41 Netherworld Covenant
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 718 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.3%, Action Roguelike 20.4%, Action RPG 17%, Roguelite 14.4%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #42 Blades of Fire
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 659 reviews2026
Dev: MercurySteamPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A dark fantasy adventure where forging steel shapes combat, progression, and fate.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Cinematic 15.3%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Third Person 10.7%
- #43 Mortal Shell II
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 11,028 reviews2026
Dev: Cold SymmetryPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Their Flesh Is Your Weapon. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel action-RPG with adrenaline-charged, high-stakes combat. Possess warrior Shells, dethrone false gods, redeem a ravaged world.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.3%, Action RPG 17.1%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Difficult 15.3%, Third Person 8.8%
- #44 Ghostrunner
70% matchVery Positive91% of 66,694 reviews2020
Dev: One More LevelPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Ghostrunner offers a unique single-player experience: fast-paced, violent combat, and an original setting that blends science fiction with post-apocalyptic themes. It tells the story of a world that has already ended and its inhabitants who fight to survive.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 27.2%, Swordplay 22.2%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Difficult 11.3%, Futuristic 9.1%
- #45 Hyper Light Breaker
70% matchMixed55% of 3,976 reviews2025
Dev: Heart MachinePub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A brand-new entry in the Hyper Light franchise, Hyper Light Breaker is an open world rogue-like with a unique world fully realized in 3D for the first time.
Why similar: Action RPG 23.7%, Third Person 18.3%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Action-Adventure 13.6%
- #46 Roboquest
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 24,341 reviews2023
Dev: RyseUp Studios
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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: Fast-Paced 37.4%, Action Roguelike 29.2%, Roguelite 18%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Action 3.8%
- #47 Shape of Dreams
66% matchVery Positive90% of 20,186 reviews2025
Dev: Lizard SmoothiePub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Shape of Dreams delivers fast-paced top-down roguelite action with chaotic projectile-filled battles, fluid combat, and high-stakes co-op. Play solo or with up to three friends as you dodge overwhelming attacks and unleash devastating builds.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.5%, Action Roguelike 27.7%, Action RPG 17.8%, Roguelite 17.4%, Action 5.5%
- #48 BloodRush: Undying Wish
68% matchVery Positive99% of 89 reviews2025
Dev: Lightmancer StudiosPub: Nuntius Games
Windows · Linux
BloodRush: Undying Wish is an extremely fast-paced hack n' slash roguelike set in a gothic, undying world. Dash, shoot and strike with ability combos, weaving between enemies like an improvised dance. Death is gone; bring her back.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 37.3%, Hack and Slash 27.6%, Action Roguelike 21.2%, Roguelite 11.1%, Action 2.8%
- #49 Dreadhunter
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 155 reviews2023
Dev: Trickster Arts
Windows
Plough through hordes of deadly monsters and defeat vicious bosses in an intense fast paced shooter RPG where all items are “legendary”, levels are ever-changing and combat is razor-sharp.
Why similar: Action RPG 40.8%, Futuristic 25.1%, Sci-fi 22.3%, Action 11.8%
- #50 FADE
72% matchMixed64% of 70 reviews2020
Dev: Knight by Night
Windows
FADE is a classic Third person Action RPG. Travel to the land of Baltane and stop a twisted cult from finishing a ancient and twisted ritual. Face powerful bosses, collect loot, and fight horrific beings. Solo developed.
Why similar: Souls-like 25%, Hack and Slash 22.4%, Swordplay 20.1%, Action RPG 13.1%, Third Person 9.6%
- #51 Shadowlings
71% matchVery Positive82% of 97 reviews2018
Dev: Games From The Deep
Windows
Shadowlings - is a slaughter to heavy metal in decorations of Medieval Japan.Hardcore battles, in which everything depends on your skill, ancient ninja's martial arts, sharp swords, strong spears and mysterious Shadow Magic.
Why similar: Swordplay 17.7%, Spectacle fighter 16.9% ★, Fast-Paced 13.9%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Hack and Slash 12.5%
- #52 ELDERBORN
69% matchVery Positive86% of 3,082 reviews2020
Dev: Hyperstrange
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
ELDERBORN - a Metal AF* Slasher with brutal FPP melee combat and souls-like/RPG character progression. In the times of legend, barbarian tribes need a new dark messiah. Be that merciless slayer. Uncover ancient secrets in the city of doom. Forge your own destiny! *Action Fantasy.
Why similar: Swordplay 23.3%, Souls-like 20.4%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Difficult 11.7%, Action RPG 11.7%
- #53 Deathbound
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 320 reviews2024
Dev: Trialforge StudioPub: Tate Multimedia
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Deathbound is a unique Soulslike. Build a party of four characters and instantly morph between them in and out of combat. Combine their abilities to pull off devastating attacks and slay those who stand before you.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.6%, Action RPG 15%, Difficult 14.6%, Third Person 11.7%, Futuristic 11.3%
- #54 Echoes of Mystralia
65% matchVery Positive83% of 555 reviews2026
Dev: Borealys Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Echoes of Mystralia is an action-heavy spellcrafting ARPG roguelite, where rapid combat meets deep customization. Craft your own spells, unlock new combinations, fight epic bosses, and discover a narrative-rich world that never plays the same twice.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.8%, Fast-Paced 20.4%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Action RPG 13.2%, Difficult 13.2%
- #55 Risen Blade
66% matchVery Positive97% of 59 reviews2026
Dev: SatkPub: Karus
Windows
Smash the Dudes. Risen Blade is a fast-paced hack and slash roguelike where you chain brutal combos, carve through endless enemies, and forge powerful builds across unique classes.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.6%, Action Roguelike 28.2%, Action RPG 17.5%, Roguelite 16.3%, Action 5.9%
- #56 Knights Within
67% matchVery Positive96% of 294 reviews2024
Dev: Indecision Labs
Windows
Knights Within is a hack&slash horde shooter with roguelite elements. Design custom loadouts, navigate procedurally generated levels and utilize random power-ups. Either solo or with friends, can you survive endless waves of enemies to ensure humanity's survival?
Why similar: Swordplay 22.9%, Hack and Slash 21.5%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Difficult 13.5%, Roguelite 11.2%
- #57 Nightmare: The Lunatic
67% matchVery Positive89% of 270 reviews2024
Dev: Maetdol Games
Windows
Nightmare: The Lunatic is a parrying action rogue-lite platformer game about escaping a nightmare. Constantly swap between 3 weapons, use special attacks, and avoid and parry enemy attacks. Strengthen yourself by collecting powerful and unique totems.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.9%, Souls-like 22.4%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Difficult 15.5%, Roguelite 11.7%
- #58 Metal Mutation
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 81 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: Action Roguelike 22.5%, Hack and Slash 22%, Roguelite 14.7%, Souls-like 14.6%, Action RPG 10.5%
- #59 DAIMON BLADES
66% matchMostly Positive70% of 762 reviews2025
Dev: StreumOn Studio
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
From the creators of E.Y.E: Divine Cybermancy, a cult cyberpunk RPG. Daimon Blades is a brutal first person slasher that combines the depth of action RPGs and replayability of roguelites. Launch expeditions solo or up to 4 players, and survive the many horrors of the Daimon Realm.
Why similar: Souls-like 37%, Hack and Slash 33.4%, Roguelite 22.5%, Action 7%