Games Like Ninja Soul

Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.7%, Roguelite 20.1%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Roguelike 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong female protagonist and a similar roguevania structure that emphasizes platforming and challenging boss encounters.

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 22.1%, Roguelite 20.8%, Roguelike 10.5%, Action 9.9%, Platformer 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the same fast-paced, high-mobility 2D action that makes Ninja Soul's combat feel so responsive.

Super House of Dead Ninjas is an action arcade game with roguelite elements. Race against a 30 second timer as you descend floor after foe-filled floor and attempt to unlock the secrets of this deadly tower!Play as the fearsome Crimson Ninja, wielding an arsenal of deadly ninja weapons and attacks.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.1%, Ninja 19.1% ★, Platformer 14.9%, Roguelike 11.6%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D action-roguelike that leans heavily into the ninja theme and relentless, fast-paced gameplay.

Death is not the end: defeat infernal foes until you die and carry on the fight with your eternal soul and memories in a new body!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.5%, Action Roguelike 29.7%, Roguelike 17.1%, Roguelite 13.4%, Action 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly mirrors the ninja-themed roguelite experience with its striking art style and intense hack-and-slash combat.

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: Action Roguelike 20.9%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Roguelite 13.8%, Roguelike 10.6%, Platformer 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: As the definitive roguevania, it offers the same fluid 2D combat and exploration mechanics found in Ninja Soul.

Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.9%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Roguelite 14.3%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Procedural Generation 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a female protagonist and challenging, deliberate combat that rewards mastery of mechanics.

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: Action Roguelike 24.1%, Hack and Slash 20.7%, Roguelite 15.9%, Platformer 12%, Roguelike 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A polished metroidvania-roguelite hybrid that captures the exploration and combat depth of the seed game.

You find yourself trapped in a mysterious tower – one that transforms its very structure every 24 hours, where you must surpass countless poor fallen souls and make your way to the heretofore unseen top!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.5%, Roguelite 17.5%, Platformer 12.8%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Roguelike 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that focuses on 2D platforming and procedural challenges similar to the roguevania style.

Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.1%, Roguelite 20.5%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Action 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a female protagonist with 2D action-roguelite mechanics and a variety of upgradeable weaponry.

With its cyberpunk city brought to life with retro graphics, Ninja Issen invites players into a world filled with "hyper ninja action" as they work alone to annihilate waves of enemy troops using a variety of ninja skills and fight bosses coming at you with relentless, diverse attack patterns.

Why similar: Ninja 43.2% ★, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Action 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced ninja action game that captures the same intensity and aesthetic as the seed game.

Xenon Valkyrie is a rogue-like with many RPG elements in which you will have to get to the deepest part of a moon and finish the plans of a wicked witch. You will be able to get many weapons randomly as you fight in a world that is created every time you play.

Why similar: Roguevania 57% ★, Roguelite 14%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelike 6.4%, Female Protagonist 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style roguevania that offers a similar blend of platforming and procedural dungeon crawling.

Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is a side-scrolling action platformer that channels the golden age of classic 16-bit action games in a full-throttle quest for revenge. Created to defend a totalitarian state, the Moonrider rejects its programming and now seeks vengeance on its creators.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 48.7%, Platformer 26%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action 8.6%, 2D 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a high-octane ninja action experience with tight controls and retro-inspired platforming.

Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

Why similar: Platformer 21.3%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Female Protagonist 13%, Roguelike 10.5%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling action game that emphasizes fluid movement and hack-and-slash combat.

ReversEstory is a 2D Roguelike action shooting game. Enjoy the freedom of 360° flying while exploring the procedurally generated dungeons. A latitude of items grants the players the power to challenge the darkness. What’s hidden behind? You shall witness and be shocked.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.6%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Procedural Generation 13.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Roguelike 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-roguelite featuring a female lead and fast-paced, vertical platforming combat.

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.7%, Platformer 19.7%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Roguelike 7.6%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania with significant roguelite elements that features challenging combat and large-scale exploration.

From indie Chilean developer ACE Team comes a new side-scrolling action adventure game featuring a complex fighting engine in procedurally generated levels that destines its three warriors to battle a different abyss each time! Choose your hero and also learn to possess your enemies in the abyss…

Why similar: Action Roguelike 33%, Platformer 15.3%, Hack and Slash 9.9%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Roguelike 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A unique 2D action-roguevania that blends platforming with deep, combo-based combat.

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: Hack and Slash 29.6%, Platformer 20.7%, Ninja 19.4% ★, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Action 9%

Why You'll Like It: While more linear, it captures the high-stakes, fast-paced ninja combat and atmosphere perfectly.

Ronin is stylish a turn-based action platformer following the exploits of a vengeful heroine determined to strike down five prominent figures of a powerful corporation.

Why similar: Ninja 43.1% ★, Platformer 20.8%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Action 9.1%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique turn-based ninja action game that requires careful planning and precise movement.

Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.

Why similar: Platformer 32.1%, Action 23.7%, Indie 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Adventure 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A direct, indie-focused ninja action game that emphasizes violent, fast-paced encounters.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Ninja 45.1% ★, Platformer 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Roguelike 6.4%, 2D 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a quintessential ninja action platforming experience with challenging levels and precise controls.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Ninja 44.3% ★, Platformer 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, 2D 6.9%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in ninja-themed platforming that transitions from linear action to a metroidvania structure.

Take on the role of a young rescue officer starting her career. Armed with a trusty axe and high-pressure fire hose that also acts like a jetpack, Firegirl responds to emergency calls across the city. Can Firegirl save all the trapped civilians caught in each blaze?

Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.1%, Roguelite 15%, Platformer 12.9%, Procedural Generation 12.2%, Roguelike 12%

Why You'll Like It: A platformer with roguelike elements that emphasizes procedural generation and replayability.

Paradox Soul is a chilling fight for exploration and survival; a Metroidvania pixel action-shooter hybrid!

Why similar: Platformer 29.3%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Action 13%, 2D 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game with a focus on exploration and survival in a hostile environment.

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Platformer 48.6%, 2D 19.8%, Action 18.7%, Indie 7.4%, Adventure 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D souls-like that offers deep combat mechanics and a dark, interconnected world to explore.

Realm of Ink is an Ink-style action Roguelite game. While pursuing the Fox Demon, the swordswoman Red, unexpectedly finds that her life is dictated by the 'destiny' within the world of the book. Only by breaking free can she unveil the truth of her existence and challenge the constraints of fate.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.6%, Hack and Slash 22%, Roguelite 15.2%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Roguelike 10.4%

In the Edo period, in a world where demons, humans, and gods exist together, Rasetsu Raki, a princess of the demon tribe who possesses great sealing powers, helps people and defeats the enemies by skillfully using various 'sword techniques' and 'barrier techniques'.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.5%, Hack and Slash 28%, Roguelike 14.4%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with a similar aesthetic and focus on combat-heavy gameplay.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 45.6%, Platformer 25.7%, Action 16.5%, Adventure 6%, 2D 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deep metroidvania that provides the exploration and character progression found in roguevanias.

Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

Why similar: Platformer 40.3%, Action 24%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Indie 9.9%, 2D 9%

Why You'll Like It: An intense 2D action game with heavy metal aesthetics and challenging, skill-based combat.

A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, skill cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.1%, Hack and Slash 25.6%, Roguelite 16.8%, Roguelike 11.5%, Procedural Generation 7.4%

Naxia is a brainchild of old school action-RPGs and modern rogue-lites, which means you get to explore a procedurally generated world and master your guardian’s fighting abilities to help them save Naxia from threats far beyond their wildest expectations.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelite 16.2%, Procedural Generation 9.7%, Medieval 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that incorporates hack-and-slash elements and dungeon-crawling progression.

Follow Hata no Kokoro as she explores and defeats enemies on the stage of Gensokyo. The game contains many randomized elements such as items, skills and maps. Players can utilize a variety of different playstyles, making each run uniquely different from the last.

Why similar: Roguelite 49.3%, Action 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, 2D 10.1%, Adventure 9.1%

Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

Why similar: Platformer 59%, 2D 14.8%, Action 12.7%, Indie 9.8%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D platformer that demands high precision and mastery of movement mechanics.

When a global war nearly decimated humankind, an evil military organization called Oniken takes advantage of the situation to dominate and oppress the few remaining survivors. Even though any resistance to this organization seemed hopeless, a small rebel movement organizes strikes against Oniken.

Why similar: Platformer 48.2%, Action 15.3%, Ninja 11.8% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Indie 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired ninja action game that focuses on difficult, pattern-based combat.

As the Debugging Hero chosen by the Legendary Sword, you have gained the ability to manipulate character variables! Use this powerful ability to overcome the dungeons blocking your path and defeat the Demon Lord!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.2%, Hack and Slash 26.2%, Roguelite 14.9%, Roguelike 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

This is an action game focused on combat, where a girl returns from the abyss to explore her own secrets and redemption, until the end of an eternal battle to see if she can break free from the shackles of fate.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.3%, Roguelite 19.5%, Roguelike 14%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Medieval 8%

Carve your path through hordes of enemies, defying the gods to seize the power of Morrigan, Goddess of Death, and retrieve the soul of your beloved! SoulQuest combines amazing gameplay with the unique Celtic mythology into one, action-packed mixture!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.1%, Platformer 16.9%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Medieval 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 7%

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 26.9%, Action Roguelike 25.7%, Roguelite 18.7%, Roguelike 13.9%, Medieval 8.3%

A challenging Souls-Like ARPG that you need to fight your way to survive the deadly enemies and enviroments.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.4%, Ninja 25.6% ★, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Medieval 10.7%, Action 6.8%

Defeat malevolent forces in this stunning Japanese-inspired roguelite world! Become a master of the Demon Blades and combat swarms of demons in a fantasy realm set in the Edo period. Through every journey, you will unveil the hidden truths concealed within troubled times.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.9%, Roguelite 25.6%, Roguelike 16.8%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Action 3.9%

Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.4%, Platformer 20.8%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Action 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%

Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 45.4%, Female Protagonist 26.4%, Platformer 22.5%, 2D 5.7%

"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

Why similar: Platformer 28.5%, Female Protagonist 27.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action 10%, 2D 8.8%

"Sin and Love" is a dark narrative roguelike game with a background set in a fantastical version of the Tang Dynasty. You will play as a princess from the ‘Stone’ Kingdom, who has been poisoned and rises from the ashes.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.7%, Hack and Slash 25.3%, Roguelite 17.4%, Roguelike 11.9%, Female Protagonist 6.7%

AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.9%, Platformer 20.8%, Female Protagonist 19.3%, Action 7.2%, 2D 6%

In the rogue action game "Taboo Trial", you will play as a young female warrior from the Norse mythology, who can transform into multiple cute and sexy female warriors. In the visually stunning 3D world, you will use your combat skills to uncover the truth behind the Twilight of the Gods.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.8%, Hack and Slash 23.3%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Roguelite 14.8%, Roguelike 9.1%

Escape the department store and uncover the hidden truth in this full 3D roguelike dungeon crawler

Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.7%, Action Roguelike 20.9%, Roguelite 15.6%, Roguelike 11.7%, Female Protagonist 11.6%

Touhou Project's Brand New Action Roguelite Fan Game! Strange incidents erupt in the Animal Realm and Primate Spirit Garden. Embark on an unknown journey, uncover the truth behind the anomalies, and break through this 'Touhou Dystopian'!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.1%, Roguelite 20.6%, Female Protagonist 17%, Roguelike 9.2%, Action 6.3%

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: Action Roguelike 23.9%, Hack and Slash 23.7%, Roguelite 14.1%, Roguelike 9.9%, Platformer 9.8%

By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.8%, Roguelite 25.4%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Action 6.9%

Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.

Why similar: Platformer 35.1%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, 2D 11.9%, Action 11.5%, Indie 9.9%

An action game set in the Ancient China, bringing players addictive experiences with its unique Chinese traditional art-style and sound design.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 47.1%, Female Protagonist 24.5%, Action 13.1%, Indie 5.4%, 2D 5.3%

A pseudo 8-bit action platformer taking a bit of inspiration from film-noir and samurai dramas, iaidoka_interlude applies a few parkour and fighting game influences to mix up familiarity with a little uniquity.

Why similar: Platformer 32.3%, Action 22.4%, Female Protagonist 20.5%, Indie 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%

HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.6%, Hack and Slash 28.6%, Platformer 22.1%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 5.2%

Fight, block, and evade through the deadly Trials of Valor. Your timing and reflexes decide survival in this real-time roguelike fighter. Master diverse classes, and experience the character progression of an entire RPG in each run as you perfect your build or die trying.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.1%, Hack and Slash 24.6%, Roguelite 16.6%, Roguelike 11.3%, Female Protagonist 11.1%

Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 33%, Platformer 30.6%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 5.8%

Explore the halls of the Neverinth and uncover the history of the Valkyrie. Do glorious battle against the beasts and monsters of Norse legend and uncover the hidden pasts of each heroic woman. But their trials will not be easy as they face down those that haunt the sacred halls of Valhalla.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.8%, Hack and Slash 26.2%, Roguelite 16.3%, Roguelike 13.8%, Female Protagonist 12.9%

Explore a dark and sinister Osaka as the Demon Hunter Shin. Battle demons, regain lost skills, and uncover the truth of your forgotten past in this exciting occult-inspired cyberpunk metroidvania.

Why similar: Ninja 39.6% ★, Platformer 28.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 9.5%, 2D 8%

Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.

Why similar: Platformer 29.9%, Action Roguelike 26.3%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action 7.9%

Casual 2D platformer with a cute ninja girl theme.

Why similar: Ninja 40% ★, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Platformer 16%, Action 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

In this exhilarating roguelike action game, the main character, Rustil, acquires abilities from the souls of various heroes in a huge and mysterious labyrinth castle, and aims to reach the top floor while strengthening the main character. All monsters can be captured, raised, and summoned!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.5%, Action Roguelike 30.4%, Female Protagonist 15%, Roguelite 14%, Action 6.6%