Games Like Osteoblasts

Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 35.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.9%, RPG 17.3%, Gothic 16.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a necromancer building an army of the undead, perfectly mirroring the skeletal-centric theme of the seed game.

Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32%, Dungeon Crawler 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.7%, Gothic 10.8% ★, RPG 8%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the oppressive gothic atmosphere, turn-based tactical combat, and high-stakes dungeon crawling found in Osteoblasts.

F&H 2: Termina is oppressive, relentless and hopeless. A mix of jRPG and Survival Horror. Turn-based combat meets resource management. 3 days to explore the wicked town of Prehevil and find out about its dark secrets. 3 days until the pale and sickly green moon rises at its apex. Termina is upon us!

Why similar: Gothic 17.3% ★, JRPG 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a gritty, uncompromising dark fantasy experience with turn-based combat that rewards careful planning.

Escape from “Yomi” – a dungeon filled with riches – and danger. Make use of your powerful skills and magic items to create exits and reach the surface alive.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32%, JRPG 25.2%, Turn-Based Combat 23.3%, RPG 15.9%, 2D 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic first-person dungeon crawler that excels in dark, atmospheric exploration and party-based turn-based combat.

Brutal Orchestra is a Turn-Based Roguelike Strategy Game. You died, someone killed you. You are in Purgatory and you will never escape. Make a deal with the "demon" Bosch and set off into Purgatory finding ​all manner of demented friends and foes on your quest to get petty revenge.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34%, RPG 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.3%, Atmospheric 16.5%, 2D 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a surreal, dark aesthetic and unique turn-based combat mechanics that appeal to fans of unconventional RPGs.

The oldest and most abhorrent Prophecy has become reality. This is endless and merciless warfare for Buriedbornes, army can revive forever.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.3%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, RPG 10.8%, Horror 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, turn-based dungeon crawler that focuses on survival and complex character builds in a grim setting.

Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler set in a Dark Fantasy version of the Imperial Rome. Create and develop your party, explore catacombs, manage your Gladiatorial School and fight demons and undead to free Rome. Inspired by old-school cRPG from the 80s and 90s.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.5%, Turn-Based Combat 23.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Old School 14.8%, RPG 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based, grid-movement dungeon crawler that captures a similar retro-inspired dark fantasy feel.

Fear & Hunger is a horror dungeon crawler set in the dark and hopeless dungeons of fear and hunger. The game is a hybrid of survival horror and dungeon crawler genres with its influences ranging from Silent Hill to Nethack. There are roguelike elements to the game as well as a heavy foundation of a j-RPG.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Horror 11.7%, Psychological Horror 11.5%, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: The original game is a masterclass in oppressive, dark dungeon crawling with brutal turn-based combat.

Path of Achra is a dark fantasy roguelike of the ancient earth, with a focus on streamlined controls and rapid hero customization. A "broken build sandbox." Fight through the deadly lands of Achra to reach the horrors of the Obelisk, and discover what lies beyond...

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 34%, Dungeon Crawler 25.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, RPG 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep character customization and turn-based roguelike gameplay within a dark, pixelated world.

Gloomgrave is a roguelike dungeon crawler with a retro pixel aesthetic. Upgrade your Gloomcrawler with unique perks and experiment with different builds as you try to survive each depth in search of the ultimate ancient relic.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.1%, Class-Based 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, RPG 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person dungeon crawler with a retro aesthetic that emphasizes exploration and survival.

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 52.2%, Pixel Graphics 24.5%, RPG 9.8%, Retro 5.8%, 2D 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythmic dungeon crawler that leans heavily into skeletal and undead imagery with a retro aesthetic.

Assemble a party, explore the dungeon, fight your way through hordes of monsters, and defeat the Demon Lord in this brutal dungeon crawler. Are you up to the challenge?

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 18.9%, JRPG 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Old School 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based, turn-based dungeon crawler that feels like a classic JRPG with a dark, modern twist.

A turn-based horror RPG with retro 32-bit 3D graphics. Survive the horrors of the mansion that changes every time you enter.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 23.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, JRPG 14.6%, Horror 12.2%, Retro 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A mystery dungeon RPG that leans into horror and retro aesthetics, fitting the dungeon-crawler niche perfectly.

Embark on a bone-chilling quest for vengeance as a skull-hurling skeletal warrior in Skeletal Avenger! This captivating roguelite dungeon crawler melds hack'n'slash mayhem with endlessly replayable gameplay, offering a thrilling, ever-evolving experience that keeps you coming back for more.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.9%, Top-Down 17.3%, Horror 17%, RPG 14.6%, Exploration 14.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that directly features skeletal combat and a humorous, undead-focused narrative.

A dark fantasy RPG blending dungeon crawling, turn-based combat and roguelike mechanics with hand-drawn art and written storytelling. Part solo tabletop campaign, part choose-your-own-adventure, it offers an immersive experience designed for both quick ventures and night-long sessions.

Why similar: Gothic 26.3% ★, Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, RPG 9.7%, Old School 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy, turn-based RPG that focuses on atmosphere and classic dungeon-crawling mechanics.

Cyclopean: The Great Abyss is a small scale, mechanics driven CRPG/Roguelike in a retro, monochromatic style, that takes place in the underworld of H.P. Lovecraft's Dreamlands.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29%, Dungeon Crawler 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, RPG 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based dungeon crawler that blends Lovecraftian horror with dark fantasy elements.

Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 29.3%, Open World 22.7%, RPG 17.4%, Exploration 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic, retro-inspired open-world dungeon crawler that captures a similar eerie and atmospheric vibe.

Golden Krone Hotel is a gothic horror roguelike. Fight vampires with sunlight or become a vampire yourself and sneak in the shadows. Combines classic turn-based combat with dynamic lighting, an innovative potion system, and fast paced gameplay.

Why similar: Gothic 31.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 22.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Horror 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic, monster-themed roguelike where you navigate a dark hotel filled with vampires and werewolves.

The fast-paced supernatural RPG, Breath of Death VII, has been resurrected and remastered! Embark with our undead heroes on a bone-rattling post-apocalyptic adventure through an undead world, now more vibrant than ever, to exhume the mysteries of the past.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21%, JRPG 20.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.1%, RPG 9%, Horror 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, retro-inspired turn-based RPG that shares the lighthearted yet dungeon-focused spirit of Osteoblasts.

Draft minions to defeat all who oppose the noble art of necromancy. Wield spells, discover dark relics, and reclaim your castle to unite the land through undeath in this unholy amalgam of roguelike, deckbuilder, and autobattler.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 28.3%, Dungeon Crawler 24%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.2%, Dark Fantasy 20.9%, 2D 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused roguelike that features necromancy and undead-themed tactical combat.

Seven Deadly Sins. Have you heard about the 8th? Delve into madness in Sin Slayers, a challenging RPG Roguelite where you decide how much sin to bear as you transform the world. Assemble a party of wicked adventurers, kill, and pillage to drive off a gluttonous nightmare in turn-based battles

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, Dungeon Crawler 17%, JRPG 15%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, turn-based strategy game that focuses on party management and roguelite progression.

Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25%, Turn-Based Combat 22.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.6%, Top-Down 10.4%, RPG 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based roguelike that emphasizes deep dungeon exploration and tactical combat.

Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 30.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 19.1%, RPG 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical, turn-based game that combines dark fantasy themes with intense, strategic combat.

Inhabit a deeply-simulated science fantasy world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Build a character from over a hundred mutations and cybernetics. The award-winning sandbox roguelike & RPG full of robots, deep lore, and sentient plants.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 46.6%, Open World 23.7%, RPG 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Atmospheric 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, weird, and highly atmospheric turn-based roguelike that rewards exploration and experimentation.

(Single player RPG) Rising from the much enjoyed Ashes of the Night, Wormskull unveils itself with Duncan and Maduin finding themselves constantly running. They dodge at every turn, ever evading the grotesque hand of doom that reaches for them and the rest of the world.

Why similar: JRPG 25.4%, RPG 24.3%, Adventure 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Top-Down 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG that blends strategy and adventure with a distinct, quirky aesthetic.

You just got hired by EIRI; researching and battling the Visitors, a dark sci-fi RPG with themes of exploration and survival.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.6%, JRPG 22.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Horror 9.7%, Exploration 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A CRPG that focuses on exploration and dungeon crawling with a dark, perma-death-focused roguelite structure.

THYSIASTERY is a dungeon crawler RPG featuring traditional roguelike and turn-based gameplay. Command a party of bearers of the Brand, drawn into a vast Labyrinth. Recruit while exploring the Labyrinth in hope of finding a way out, and its secrets will be revealed as you delve deeper.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, JRPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 14%, RPG 7.7%

Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.7%, Dark Fantasy 27.7%, RPG 16.1%, Horror 7.3%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based dungeon crawler that offers a uniquely dark and immersive atmosphere.

Trench Face is a horror turn based war RPG featuring exploration-based dungeons, with hanging monsters lurking around each corner. Every enemy varying in strengths and weaknesses. Escape the trench with your life.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 25.5%, Horror 16.1%, RPG 16%, Psychological Horror 10.3%, Top-Down 8.8%

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: JRPG 26%, Psychological Horror 16.9%, Horror 13.3%, RPG 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, quirky, and emotionally heavy turn-based RPG that shares the unconventional tone of Osteoblasts.

This game is only for the brave. Dungeons await, each one deeper, each one more perilous and each one more challenging than the last.

Why similar: RPG 31.5%, Dungeon Crawler 30.2%, Pixel Graphics 24.7%, Adventure 13.7%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, pixel-art dungeon crawler that captures the essence of retro RPGs with a focus on quick, tactical encounters.

Skull Horde is an auto battler dungeon crawler where you play as a flying skull necromancer. Find powerful loot and create overpowered builds. Summon a horde of skeletons in a battle of bone versus flesh!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 50.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Exploration 9.9%, Top-Down 8.6%, Adventure 8.2%

The Fortress is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler with turn-based combat, mixing strategy and risk. Choose a class, delve into cursed chambers, roll dice to fight brutal enemies, and grab loot. Face tough choices, survive epic bosses, and fight to escape... or fall to the shadows

Why similar: Gothic 28.9% ★, Dungeon Crawler 22.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Horror 9%

KILL YOUR GOD. BECOME WORTHY. Horripilant is a chilling idle incremental dungeon crawl through the horrors of a forgotten underworld.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.8%, Horror 14.6%, Psychological Horror 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%

Lord of the Dark Castle is a casual turn-based retro style roguelike dungeon crawler with elements of strategy. Randomized levels, lots of skills without dependencies and lots of spells to cast. Challenging Monster AI - play it smart or die. Remember: Death is Permanent!

Why similar: Gothic 24.2% ★, Dungeon Crawler 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, RPG 9.5%, Top-Down 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style turn-based dungeon crawler that emphasizes strategy and exploration.

In Underlevel, you play as hordes of skeletal minions working to stop a hero from raiding the dungeon to level up and kill your boss. And as skeletons, you REALLY can't afford to lose the dental plan they provide!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 66.8%, RPG 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%

MAKE FRIENDS WITH GHOSTS

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 25.6%, Top-Down 11.4%, RPG 10.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8%

SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat

Why similar: Class-Based 23.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Horror 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Old School 10.5%

Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more!

Why similar: JRPG 59.9%, RPG 16.4%, Retro 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 6%, Old School 4.1%

Corpse Keeper is a very challenging action-strategy roguelite. You'll need to lead a squad of three corpses to explore the grim and dark medieval world within limited time, build a powerful army of the living dead, and finally kill the demon lurking in the deep end of the cathedral.

Why similar: Gothic 44.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 26.1%, Dark Fantasy 19.4%, Atmospheric 10.1%

Turn-based RPG, inspired by classic titles from the golden age of handheld gaming. But make no mistake: This ain't no f@#%ing kid's game.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21.3%, JRPG 17%, Old School 11.9%, Retro 9.5%, RPG 7.8%

You just got hired by EIRI; researching and battling the Visitors, a dark sci-fi RPG with themes of exploration and survival.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, JRPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Horror 9.7%, RPG 8.8%

Hellslave is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler where you make a pact with the Devil to fight back a demon invasion. Customize your character with powerful demonic abilities, explore a cursed world, and battle nightmarish enemies to save humanity if you can resist the darkness.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 24.6%, Dungeon Crawler 23.2%, Dark Fantasy 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, RPG 9.7%

Purgatory Dungeoneer is a townbuilding roguelite RPG about plundering a psychic hellmaw for personal closure, and the resources to build a village beyond the grave.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.3%, RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, Psychological Horror 13.6%, Exploration 13.2%

Travel back to 16th-century France and delve into the mysterious depths of a seemingly abandoned alchemist's tower. Do you dare brave the horrors that beckon you below... deeper still?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Psychological Horror 11.4%, Old School 10.1%, Retro 10%

“The Olders, they come to eat the Children…” All of the adults have become monsters, the rumors say. Nowhere is safe outside these walls. Welcome to Stray Children — a bittersweet, fairy tale RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 28.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Old School 12.9%, RPG 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

The hardcore dark fantasy Dungeon Crawler where you will go to the endless depths of a mysterious grim Dungeon.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36%, Dark Fantasy 25.5%, RPG 12.9%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Exploration 8.4%

Awaken from an abandoned stasis pod and discover a doomed mining camp on Titan in an uncompromising turn-based survival RPG. Survive the evolving horrors that lurk below and craft equipment, research new gear, fight against overwhelming odds, or even discover your true fate.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 31.2%, Old School 17.7%, RPG 13.2%, Top-Down 10.1%, Exploration 10%

A turn-based tactical RPG in which you will explore a harsh planet teeming with terrifying monsters. Experiment with talent builds for 23 heroes. Combine abilities with equipment and other characters. Assemble a squad and learn the secrets of the planet Tenebris!

Why similar: Gothic 24.2% ★, Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, RPG 8.1%

Kill cosmic gods and their fascist sycophants in a post-entropy future. Become Violence. Become Romantic.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Open World 13.3%, Horror 10.3%, JRPG 10.1%

The time to stop a new Dark Lord is before he comes to full power! Stop a young Solomon Dark before he can raise hell's army and threaten the world. Or don't.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, RPG 14.3%, Top-Down 13.7%, Atmospheric 10.3%

Zorbus is a fantasy-themed, tile-based, turn-based, traditional roguelike game.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.6%, Turn-Based Combat 27.7%, RPG 11%, Top-Down 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

Journey to Incrementalia is an active incremental auto-battler about a necromancer on a short quest. Cast diabolical spells, summon an army and open the gates of hell on your quest to break down 99 walls and reach the lost city of Incrementalia.

Why similar: Gothic 31.1% ★, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Retro 10.9%, RPG 9.9%, Top-Down 9.9%

Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler with survival elements. It's inspired by classic cRPG from the 90s. An old-school game for hardcore players.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Old School 14.3%, Horror 12.6%, RPG 11.9%

A dark-fantasy, turn-based, retro-fusion of classic turn-based RPGs and roguelikes, all presented with a unique neon aesthetic.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.5%, Old School 16.4%, Retro 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, RPG 12.9%

Roguelite Pseudo-3D Dungeon Crawler. It's King's Field but procedurally generated, and with Hexen-style graphics!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.8%, Dark Fantasy 21.1%, Old School 17.5%, Retro 12.3%, RPG 11.1%

Cast into the Great Well, unwanted by the world above. You delve the dark in search of the Old One, your last salvation. Lunacid is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by Shadow Tower and King’s Field.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.9%, Dark Fantasy 23.6%, Retro 11%, RPG 9.1%, Atmospheric 7.1%

A turn-based, party-based RPG set in the Age of Decadence world and focused on squad level tactical combat. Fight your way out of prison mine or die trying.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 37.9%, Dungeon Crawler 29.9%, Dark Fantasy 19.3%, RPG 11.2%, Adventure 1.8%

Use necromancy to smash villages, scare townsfolk, and generally cause a ruckus.

Why similar: Gothic 39.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Retro 13.6%, Top-Down 9.8%, Horror 9.8%

Stirring Abyss is an indie tactical squad-based game with strong RPG elements in which you uncover the ancient mysteries of the depths depicted in the classic vein of Lovecraftian horror.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 24.5%, Psychological Horror 21.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, RPG 16.8%, Horror 9.4%