- #1 Neon Abyss 2
97% matchMixed69% of 2,097 reviews2025
Dev: Veewo Games
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Dive into the cybermyth roguelike chaos of Neon Abyss 2! Now featuring up to 4-player online co-op, more combat styles, and unlimited item synergies, every run delivers a dramatic, action-packed experience you won't forget.
Why similar: Loot 14.3%, Cyberpunk 13.4%, Roguelike 10.9%, Procedural Generation 9.4%, Action Roguelike 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel, it continues the frantic run-and-gun gameplay and deep item synergy systems that define the original.
- #2 Enter the Gungeon
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,698 reviews2016
Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.8%, Roguelike 17.8%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Dungeon Crawler 10.9%, Loot 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: This title shares the intense bullet-hell combat and massive variety of item synergies that make Neon Abyss so addictive.
- #3 Dead Cells
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 180,167 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.2 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: Roguelike 19.2%, Procedural Generation 18.3%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Platformer 13.8%, Roguelite 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly fluid, high-speed action-platforming experience with a deep focus on weapon variety and character builds.
- #4 ScourgeBringer
95% matchVery Positive86% of 3,222 reviews2020
Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: Roguelike 16.6%, Roguelite 16%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Platformer 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a hyper-fast, combat-focused platforming experience that demands the same twitch reflexes required in the Abyss.
- #5 Fury Unleashed
94% matchVery Positive87% of 2,857 reviews2020
Dev: Awesome Games Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.
Why similar: Roguelike 26.2%, Platformer 18.3%, Roguelite 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Shooter 13.3%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic run-and-gun feel of Neon Abyss with a comic-book aesthetic and fast-paced roguelite progression.
- #6 Skul: The Hero Slayer
94% matchVery Positive93% of 57,146 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.2%, Roguelike 22.5%, Roguelite 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Platformer 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: This action-platformer features a unique character-swapping mechanic that mirrors the variety and chaos of Neon Abyss runs.
- #7 Rogue Legacy 2
93% matchVery Positive91% of 14,951 reviews2022
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.
Why similar: Platformer 24.5%, Procedural Generation 16.8%, Roguelike 16.7%, Roguelite 14.5%, RPG 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a polished platforming roguelite experience that rewards exploration and character progression in a similar fashion.
- #8 Risk of Rain Returns
92% matchVery Positive90% of 28,557 reviews2023
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Carefully designed, beautifully remastered, and loaded with new ways to play—Risk of Rain is back and better than ever! Dive into the iconic roguelike full of unique loot combinations, enhanced with new Survivors, overhauled multiplayer, fan favorite content from Risk of Rain 2, and more!
Why similar: Loot 30.4%, Action Roguelike 26.5%, Roguelike 23%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D 6%
Why You'll Like It: This platformer excels at the same stacking item mechanic that allows players to create game-breakingly powerful builds.
- #9 Dungreed
91% matchVery Positive93% of 9,532 reviews2018
Dev: TEAM HORAY
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dungreed is a 2D side-scrolling action game with 2D Rogue-LITE elements. You become an adventurer exploring a continuously evolving dungeon to prevent the town from being destroyed. Eliminate enemies, use a variety of weapons and magic, eat food, and defeat evil in the dungeon!
Why similar: Roguelike 20.6%, Action Roguelike 19.2%, Roguelite 14.2%, Dungeon Crawler 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-roguelite that emphasizes dungeon exploration and loot collection with a charming pixel-art style.
- #10 Wizard of Legend
91% matchVery Positive91% of 20,929 reviews2018
Dev: Contingent99
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.9%, Roguelike 20.5%, Dungeon Crawler 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Roguelite 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: While top-down, it matches the frantic pace and the joy of combining various spells and items for overpowered synergies.
- #11 The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 392,863 reviews2014
Dev: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 43.8 hrsMean: 184.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a randomly generated action RPG shooter with heavy Rogue-like elements. Following Isaac on his journey players will find bizarre treasures that change Isaac’s form giving him super human abilities and enabling him to fight off droves of mysterious creatures, discover secrets and fight his way to safety.
Why similar: Roguelike 29.7%, Action Roguelike 25.4%, Dungeon Crawler 14.3%, Procedural Generation 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for item-synergy-based roguelites, providing the foundational experience that Neon Abyss builds upon.
- #12 SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising
89% matchVery Positive94% of 13,046 reviews2018
Dev: Flow Fire Games
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
SYNTHETIK is an unforgiving tactical shooter rogue-lite where freedom and experimentation is key. Fight in a world overrun by the Machine Legion and their Gods. Experience the next level in gun-play and dive into unparalleled build options and Android upgrades. Can you defeat the Heart of Armageddon?
Why similar: Roguelite 25.3%, Action Roguelike 23.2%, Roguelike 14.6%, Cyberpunk 12.9%, Bullet Hell 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game leans into the cyberpunk aesthetic and provides a deep, tactical shooter experience with complex weapon mechanics.
- #13 Revita
89% matchVery Positive81% of 2,397 reviews2022
Dev: BenStarPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
In this fast paced twin-stick roguelite platformer, you play as an unnamed child ascending an ominous clocktower in pursuit of their lost memories. Harvest and sacrifice souls to grow your power in order to challenge procedural encounter rooms and intimidating bosses!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Roguelike 15.3%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Procedural Generation 14.7%, Roguelite 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: This twin-stick platformer roguelite focuses on high-stakes combat and health-management mechanics that feel very similar to Neon Abyss.
- #14 Orbital Bullet – The 360° Rogue-lite
88% matchVery Positive86% of 792 reviews2022
Dev: SmokeStabPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements, where all actions take place in a circular pattern. Fight your way through a variety of procedural planets and use body modifications, crafting and heavy weaponry. Kill. Die. Modify.
Why similar: Platformer 26.9%, Roguelike 15.6%, Cyberpunk 11.9%, Action Roguelike 11.8%, Procedural Generation 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: It features a unique circular platforming perspective that keeps the action intense and distinct from standard dungeon crawlers.
- #15 Voidigo
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,782 reviews2023
Dev: semiwork
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.
Why similar: Roguelike 18.8%, Bullet Hell 16%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Procedural Generation 12.6%, Roguelite 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: This chaotic shooter features unique boss fights and a vibrant art style that matches the high-energy feel of Neon Abyss.
- #16 UnderMine
87% matchVery Positive90% of 9,783 reviews2020
Dev: Thorium
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
An action-adventure roguelike with a bit of RPG tossed in. Adventure deep into the UnderMine and discover powerful relics, deadly enemies, hidden secrets, and a few friends to help along the way.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.8%, Dungeon Crawler 19.2%, Roguelite 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Procedural Generation 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: It blends dungeon-crawling with roguelite progression, offering a satisfying loop of gathering resources and upgrading your character.
- #17 Tiny Rogues
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,556 reviews2022
Dev: RubyDev
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tiny Rogues is a challenging fantasy rogue-lite bullet-hell dungeon crawler with rpg elements. Build a new unique character each run and fight one monster-infested room after another! Discover unique weapons, collect magical items and level up to become more and more powerful!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17%, Roguelike 16.8%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, Roguelite 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: It distills the roguelite experience into a compact, bullet-hell-focused game that prioritizes build variety above all else.
- #18 BlazBlue Entropy Effect
85% matchVery Positive94% of 35,192 reviews2024
Dev: 91Act
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 18.7%, Action Roguelike 18%, Procedural Generation 15.9%, Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a high-octane, 2D action-platforming experience with deep combat mechanics and roguelite progression.
- #19 Noita
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 86,897 reviews2020
Dev: Nolla Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 29.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.
Why similar: Roguelike 23.6%, Dungeon Crawler 17.8%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Roguelite 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep physics-based world where every item interaction can lead to chaotic and unpredictable outcomes.
- #20 20 Minutes Till Dawn
82% matchVery Positive91% of 28,804 reviews2023
Dev: flanne
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
20 Minutes Till Dawn is a survival roguelite where endless hordes of creatures lurk from the dark. Craft an array of overpowering builds and eradicate waves of Lovecraftian nightmares. Will you be able to survive the night?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.6%, Action Roguelike 22.6%, Roguelite 16.7%, Shooter 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell roguelite that emphasizes rapid-fire combat and stacking upgrades to survive waves of enemies.
- #21 Nuclear Throne
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,540 reviews2015
Dev: Vlambeer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?
Why similar: Roguelike 28.1%, Action Roguelike 22.7%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Roguelite 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, high-intensity shooter that rewards aggressive play and quick decision-making in procedural levels.
- #22 Brotato
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 114,107 reviews2023
Dev: Blobfish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 36.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Brotato is a top-down arena shooter roguelite where you play a potato wielding up to 6 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of aliens. Choose from a variety of traits and items to create unique builds and survive until help arrives.
Why similar: Roguelike 31%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Action Roguelike 20.4%, Roguelite 15.1%, 2D 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on the synergy-building aspect of roguelites, allowing for absurdly powerful character builds.
- #23 Blade Assault
83% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,299 reviews2022
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Blade Assault is a 2D action rogue-lite platformer with beautiful pixel art set in a desolate sci-fi world. Fight against the corrupt military of Esperanza as part of the resistance force of the Undercity. Bring the corrupt to justice by becoming stronger and fighting alongside your trusty comrades.
Why similar: Roguelike 18.5%, Cyberpunk 17.8%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Roguelite 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: This 2D platformer features a gritty cyberpunk setting and a variety of weapon upgrades that change how you approach combat.
- #24 Katana ZERO
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,917 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: Cyberpunk 32.4%, Platformer 21.9%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Action 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: While more linear, it captures the neon-soaked, high-speed action and cyberpunk atmosphere found in Neon Abyss.
- #25 Have a Nice Death
80% matchVery Positive86% of 10,602 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Design StudiosPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Roguelike 22.7%, Action Roguelike 22.3%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Roguelite 14.4%, Platformer 13.4%
Why You'll Like It: This action-platformer features fluid combat and a dark, stylish aesthetic that complements its roguelite structure.
- #26 Caveblazers
82% matchVery Positive85% of 4,500 reviews2017
Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.
Why similar: Roguelike 15.5%, Procedural Generation 15.1%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Platformer 13%, Roguelite 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer roguelite that emphasizes verticality and fast-paced combat encounters.
- #27 Elsie
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: Knight Shift GamesPub: Playtonic Friends
Windows · Linux
Elsie is a technicolour, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action-platformer filled with procedurally generated levels, an army of robots to blast through, and a wide scope of items & weaponry to make each run unique. Master countless magitek weapons and abilities in order to embrace the chaos.
Why similar: Procedural Generation 16.1%, Roguelike 14.5%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Platformer 11.6%, Action Roguelike 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, neon-colored platformer that focuses on fast movement and bullet-hell combat mechanics.
- #28 Noobs Want to Live
77% 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: Roguelike 20%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Procedural Generation 17.3%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelite 12.5%
- #29 The Great Rebellion
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 574 reviews2024
Dev: KvltgamesPub: AIP
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Great Rebellion is a cyberpunk 2D sidescrolling run'n'gun roguelite using mouse/twinstick-shooter controls. It features randomly generated levels, multiple difficulty modes (including optional permadeath), a dynamic soundtrack and an upgradeable player character.
Why similar: Loot 19.5%, Cyberpunk 12.8%, Roguelike 11.8%, Procedural Generation 10%, Bullet Hell 10%
- #30 Exit the Gungeon
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,704 reviews2020
Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Exit the Gungeon is a small, spin-off 'dungeon climber' immediately following the adventures of the misfit Gungeoneers.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Adventure 11.4%, Dungeon Crawler 11.1%, Action 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A spin-off that focuses specifically on the platforming and bullet-hell elements of its predecessor, keeping the action constant.
- #31 NETHER DUNGEONS
76% matchVery Positive83% of 427 reviews2024
Dev: Arakuma Studio
Windows
Nether Dungeons is an action-packed dungeon crawler. Battle through procedurally generated dungeons, face relentless enemies, and defeat epic bosses. Customize your hero, wield diverse weapons, and survive intense challenges as you descend into ever-changing, dangerous depths.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 15%, Roguelike 13.4%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Procedural Generation 11.2%, Loot 10.8%
- #32 Neon Chrome
78% matchVery Positive91% of 1,170 reviews2016
Dev: 10tons Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A masterful combination of top-down shooter and endless replayability with procedural levels. Blast your way through walls & enemies with guns and cybernetic abilities. Install perks from cyber chambers and upgrade your character stats after each death. Can you stop the Overseer?
Why similar: Cyberpunk 28.7%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Roguelike 15%, Roguelite 13.5%, Shooter 10%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that perfectly captures the cyberpunk aesthetic and procedural dungeon-crawling loop.
- #33 Critadel
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 233 reviews2021
Dev: Pixelian StudioPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Critadel is a futuristic platform/shooter/roguelike with three playable characters, hundreds of branching paths and over 100,000 unique weapon configurations!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 13%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Roguelike 12.1%, Procedural Generation 11.2%, Platformer 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D platformer that emphasizes shooting mechanics and roguelite progression in a sci-fi setting.
- #34 Heroes Of Loot: Gauntlet Of Power
75% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Orangepixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mount and upgrade your weapons into special combos in this randomly generated action RPG shooter. Mow down thousands of dungeon dwelling creatures and survive as you descend deeper into the dungeon! Unlock items, complete quests, and find all the secrets to help you reach the boss of bosses!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, Procedural Generation 14.9%, Roguelike 14.1%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Action Roguelike 12.2%
- #35 Curse of the Dead Gods
76% matchVery Positive84% of 9,091 reviews2021
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.
Why similar: Roguelike 25.4%, Action Roguelike 24.4%, Dungeon Crawler 21.1%, Roguelite 18.2%, Action 4.4%
- #36 Streets of Rogue
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,818 reviews2019
Dev: Matt DabrowskiPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fight, sneak, and hack your way through randomly generated cities. It's like Nuclear Throne meets Deus Ex, mixed with the anarchy of GTA. Rogue-lite meets immersive sim, and goes completely insane.
Why similar: Roguelike 22.4%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelite 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Procedural Generation 11.3%
- #37 Going Under
75% matchVery Positive90% of 4,056 reviews2020
Dev: Aggro CrabPub: Team17 Digital
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Going Under is a satirical dungeon crawler about exploring the cursed ruins of failed tech startups. As an unpaid intern in the dystopian city of Neo-Cascadia, you’ll wield office junk as weaponry as you make your way through the offbeat procedural dungeons beneath your company campus.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.4%, Roguelike 16.3%, Cyberpunk 15.9%, Procedural Generation 15.4%, Action Roguelike 14.9%
- #38 Gunfire Reborn
73% matchVery Positive93% of 102,993 reviews2021
Dev: Gunfire Reborn StudioPub: Duoyi Games
Windows
Median: 19.0 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Gunfire Reborn is a level-based adventure game featuring FPS, Roguelite and RPG. Players can control heroes with various abilities to experience diverse Build gameplay, use various weapons to explore procedurally-generated levels. You can play the game alone, or join 4-player coop.
Why similar: Roguelike 31.1%, Roguelite 23.8%, Loot 9.7%, Dungeon Crawler 9.5%, Action Roguelike 9.4%
- #39 暖雪 Warm Snow
73% matchVery Positive93% of 38,648 reviews2022
Dev: BadMudStudioPub: bilibili
Windows
Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 29.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
'Warm Snow' is a Rogue-like action game with a background set in a dark fantasy world, where the eerie 'Warm Snow' holds sway. You will play as the Warrior 'Bi-an' on a crusade against the Five Great Clans, in order to save a world teetering on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Roguelike 19.4%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Roguelite 14.8%, Procedural Generation 12.7%, Character Customization 11%
- #40 I Am Legion: Stand Survivors
71% matchVery Positive82% of 2,477 reviews2025
Dev: JA Game StudioPub: Gamersky Games
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Loot 24.8%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Action Roguelike 14%, Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 11.1%
- #41 Schism
70% matchVery Positive97% of 155 reviews2025
Dev: FamiPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Schism is a challenging action roguelike RPG with deep synergies and high broken build potential. The combination of robust stat systems, fully moddable guns, deity worship, intense frequency-switching bullet hell combat, and difficult bosses make for a unique and highly replayable experience.
Why similar: Roguelike 16.4%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.5%, Action Roguelike 15%, Procedural Generation 14.6%
- #42 Dungeon Souls
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,228 reviews2016
Dev: Lamina Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dungeon Souls is an action-adventure roguelike dungeon crawler which draws heavy inspiration from Nuclear Throne, Risk of Rain, and Overture. Explore vast procedurally generated dungeons, collect loot, and slay hordes of challenging enemies!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.6%, Roguelike 16.3%, Action Roguelike 16%, Roguelite 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #43 Black Future '88
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 745 reviews2019
Dev: SUPERSCARYSNAKESPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Black Future ’88 is a Synth-Punk roguelike 2D action Shooter. Vertically climb an always evolving procedural tower to reach the top and kill its insane owner…before your heart explodes. Shoot, slash, dash and upgrade yourself to survive the endless waves of Homicidal AI, Traps & Colossal Wardens.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 29.9%, Action Roguelike 29%, Roguelite 19.2%, Action 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #44 Rising Hell
72% matchVery Positive89% of 314 reviews2021
Dev: Tahoe GamesPub: Toge Productions
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Rising Hell is a vertical platformer rogue-lite filled with adrenaline-pumping action and tons of heavy gothic metal shreds. Climb out from the ever-changing hell while you fight hordes of blood-lusting demons.
Why similar: Procedural Generation 15.1%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Roguelike 12.7%, Platformer 12.3%
- #45 Nova Drift
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,456 reviews2024
Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.
Why similar: Roguelike 21.9%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Action Roguelike 18.7%, Roguelite 15.4%, Shooter 12.8%
- #46 Rogue: Genesia
67% matchVery Positive91% of 8,452 reviews2025
Dev: Ouadi Huard
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.7 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 Hell 19.9%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelike 17.1%, Procedural Generation 15.1%, Roguelite 14.7%
- #47 Hell is Other Demons
71% matchVery Positive93% of 338 reviews2019
Dev: Cuddle Monster Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Hell is Other Demons is an action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights, and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: Roguelike 17.3%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Action Roguelike 14%, Platformer 11.6%, Roguelite 11%
- #48 Pixel Descent
69% matchVery Positive84% of 140 reviews2024
Dev: Moonskull Games
Windows
Pixel Descent is an action rogue-lite in which you navigate a series of complex dungeons packed to the brim with monsters that want you dead. Sign the contract and descend into the deepest depths of the abyss knowing full well that you will definitely die there, it's just a matter of when.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Dungeon Crawler 19.3%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelike 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 10%
- #49 Crown Trick
70% matchVery Positive85% of 5,367 reviews2020
Dev: NEXT StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enter a labyrinth that moves as you move, where mastering the elements is key to defeating enemies and uncovering the mysteries of this underground world. With a new experience awaiting every time you enter the dungeon, let the power bestowed by the crown guide you in this challenging adventure!
Why similar: Roguelike 30.5%, Dungeon Crawler 23.4%, Roguelite 17.3%, RPG 8.9%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
- #50 Neon Blight
72% matchMixed41% of 94 reviews2022
Dev: Bleeding TapesPub: indie.io
Windows
Welcome to Eden, the old town district beneath the megacity. Fight through dystopian cyberspace, collect hundreds of firearms, establish an exotic black market gun store, cater to other cyberpunk runners, and work towards the ultimate payday in this neon-rogue-lite, store management, shoot ‘em up.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 24.2%, Bullet Hell 20%, Roguelite 14.5%, Shooter 12.5%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #51 BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE
69% matchVery Positive90% of 11,358 reviews2020
Dev: Awe Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
BPM is a rhythm-action FPS rogue-like where you must shoot, jump and dodge to the beat of an epic rock soundtrack. Delve into a randomly generated dungeon where one missed note can lead to your death. Gain game-changing abilities and loot powerful weaponry to defeat your ancient enemy: Nidhogg.
Why similar: Roguelike 35.6%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Shooter 13.8%, Roguelite 9.7%, Procedural Generation 7.5%
- #52 Neophyte
65% matchVery Positive91% of 661 reviews2026
Dev: Regal Pigeon
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 30.8%, Roguelike 25.9%, Roguelite 22.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Action 5.7%
- #53 Neon Echo
70% matchMixed55% of 4,112 reviews2023
Dev: Xinyuan Studio
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Neon Echo is a 3D side-scrolling action Roguelite game with an anime and tech-wear style. In a world that has been corrupted by "noise", "electronic music" has become the only means to resist the power of "Strepification". Now, let's follow the beat of electronic music to fight!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.7%, Roguelike 18.3%, Cyberpunk 17.4%, Platformer 14.5%, Roguelite 12.9%
- #54 Death Must Die
66% matchVery Positive90% of 21,526 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: Loot 17.9%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelite 11.8%
- #55 Geometry Arena
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,405 reviews2021
Dev: 011 Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A free-form arena-shooter Roguelite with heavy emphasis on building an overpowered character! You play as a little shape that shoots other shapes! Strengthen your character by mixing and matching mods and upgrades, and experiment with a limitless rune upgrade system!
Why similar: Roguelike 28.5%, Bullet Hell 26.5%, Roguelite 19.7%, RPG 8.5%, Shooter 6.7%
- #56 Ether Loop
69% matchMostly Positive70% of 314 reviews2020
Dev: Moon Lens
Windows
Ether Loop is a hardcore fast-paced bullet hell with roguelike elements. Descend the unforgiving depths of a mysterious world, encounter challenges, discover dynamic environments and fight ruthless creatures while unveiling the secrets of Ether Loop.
Why similar: Loot 18.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Roguelite 12.5%, Roguelike 10.8%
- #57 Ring of Pain
66% matchVery Positive92% of 5,048 reviews2020
Dev: Simon BoxerPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Enter the Ring of Pain, a roguelike card crawler where encounters come to you. Each step around the ring a dire decision. Go for the loot or backstab a creeping horror? Meet strange friends bearing gifts and treasure. Choose your gear wisely to survive and discover the secrets of the Ring of Pain.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.8%, Roguelike 30.7%, Roguelite 23.4%, RPG 8.7%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #58 99 Levels To Hell
71% matchMixed60% of 609 reviews2014
Dev: Zaxis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
99 Levels to Hell is a platform shooter with lots of guns, upgrades, magic, traps and monsters to kill. 99 Levels to Hell is a rogue-like, which means surviving is key and every time you play you get a new set of levels to play. When you complete 10 levels, the 10th being a boss-fight you unlock a door to the next dungeon.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 14.2%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Roguelite 11.8%, Platformer 11.1%, Shooter 10.5%
- #59 Atomicrops
66% matchVery Positive92% of 6,194 reviews2020
Dev: Bird Bath GamesPub: Raw Fury
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
A twin-stick, bullet-hell, roguelite where you must cultivate and defend the last farm in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Farm mutated crops, upgrade your weapons, marry townsfolk, and kill every mutant creature that tries to invade your homestead! Yee-haw!
Why similar: Roguelike 25.7%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Roguelite 16%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%
- #60 Hyperspace Dogfights
68% 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: Loot 27%, Bullet Hell 14%, Roguelike 13%, Roguelite 11.6%, Procedural Generation 10.3%