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Games Like Pixel Descent

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action Roguelike, Roguelite, Roguelike, Action.

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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.

Reviews: Very Positive — 84% — of 135 reviews
Released: 2024-03-06
Developer: Moonskull Games
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Pixel Descent is a fast-paced, top-down action roguelite that excels at blending bullet-hell intensity with classic dungeon-crawling exploration. These recommendations focus on titles that capture that same addictive loop of procedural dungeon progression, pixel-art aesthetics, and high-stakes combat against overwhelming odds.

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  1. #1 Tiny Rogues
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 10,450 reviews2022
    Dev: RubyDev
    Windows
    Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 24.6 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 22.6%, Action Roguelike 21.7%, Dungeon Crawler 20.1%, Roguelike 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the top-down, pixel-art dungeon-crawling experience with deep build variety and bullet-hell combat.

  2. #2 Death Must Die
    96% matchVery Positive91% of 21,387 reviews2023
    Dev: Realm Archive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 20.9 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: Bullet Hell 24.8%, Action Roguelike 23.7%, Action RPG 10.9%, Roguelike 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%

    Why You'll Like It: This game blends action-roguelike mechanics with RPG elements and intense bullet-hell encounters in a dark fantasy setting.

  3. #3 Halls of Torment
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 31,213 reviews2024
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.2%, Action Roguelike 19.8%, Action RPG 13%, Roguelike 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This game features a distinct retro aesthetic and dark fantasy theme that pairs perfectly with its bullet-hell gameplay loop.

  4. #4 Vampire Survivors
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 260,765 reviews2022
    Dev: poncle
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 39.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Be the bullet hell!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.5%, Action Roguelike 26%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Score Attack 6.5%, Roguelike 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: As the genre-defining title, it offers the ultimate bullet-hell experience that mirrors the chaotic, screen-filling combat of Pixel Descent.

  5. #5 Dungreed
    94% matchVery Positive93% of 9,514 reviews2018
    Dev: TEAM HORAY
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.9 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: Action Roguelike 30.2%, Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Roguelike 16%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action 5%

    Why You'll Like It: It combines 2D dungeon-crawling with roguelite progression and pixel-art visuals that feel very similar to Pixel Descent.

  6. #6 Spell Disk
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 957 reviews2024
    Dev: Sunpeak Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Dungeon Crawler 13.5%, Perma Death 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It focuses on creative spell-casting and fast-paced combat, making it a great match for players who enjoy the action-roguelike elements of Pixel Descent.

  7. #7 Brotato
    92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 111,688 reviews2023
    Dev: Blobfish
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 35.4 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: Bullet Hell 26.6%, Action Roguelike 24.2%, Roguelike 18%, Arcade 9.8%, RPG 6.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly fast-paced, arena-based combat loop where managing your build against waves of enemies is the primary challenge.

  8. #8 Enter the Gungeon
    93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,241 reviews2016
    Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.2 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 38.2%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Dungeon Crawler 14.4%, Roguelike 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for bullet-hell dungeon crawlers, featuring tight controls and a massive variety of weapons to discover.

  9. #9 Soulstone Survivors
    91% matchVery Positive91% of 26,152 reviews2025
    Dev: Game Smithing Limited
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.7%, Action Roguelike 23.6%, Action RPG 14.1%, Score Attack 12.5%, Roguelike 10%

    Why You'll Like It: This title provides high-intensity, bullet-hell action with a focus on massive skill trees and satisfying character progression.

  10. #10 Rogue: Genesia
    90% matchVery Positive91% of 8,365 reviews2025
    Dev: Ouadi Huard
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 25.7 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 26.3%, Action Roguelike 23.7%, Roguelike 11.6%, Arcade 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A blend of bullet-hell and roguelite mechanics that provides a satisfying sense of power progression as you clear dungeons.

  11. #11 Nuclear Throne
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,420 reviews2015
    Dev: Vlambeer
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.1 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: Action Roguelike 30.1%, Bullet Hell 21.5%, Roguelike 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Perma Death 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, top-down shooter that emphasizes twitch reflexes and chaotic, bullet-heavy combat in a procedurally generated world.

  12. #12 Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 6,172 reviews2024
    Dev: Noxfall Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok, is a challenging Norse inspired roguelite-survivor game, where you’ll have to survive hordes of creatures that come your way.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.4%, Action Roguelike 21.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, Perma Death 12.4%, Roguelike 10.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This game features beautiful pixel art and a deep skill tree system that makes every run feel unique and challenging.

  13. #13 Revita
    89% matchVery Positive81% of 2,386 reviews2022
    Dev: BenStarPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 13.0 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 23.4%, Action Roguelike 21.7%, Score Attack 13.4%, Roguelike 11%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A tight, top-down action roguelite that uses a unique health-as-currency mechanic to keep the combat tension high.

  14. #14 Keeper's Toll
    88% matchVery Positive90% of 760 reviews2024
    Dev: Stingbot Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Delve into Keeper’s Toll, an action-packed roguelite brimming with challenge and despair. Survive against an onslaught of relentless hordes and grueling bosses with skill-based ARPG gameplay. Embrace the darkness and cleanse these cursed lands.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.2%, Action Roguelike 20.7%, Action RPG 13%, Roguelike 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a dark fantasy aesthetic combined with challenging bullet-hell combat and roguelite progression.

  15. #15 Neon Abyss
    87% matchVery Positive86% of 23,504 reviews2020
    Dev: Veewo GamesPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelite action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Dungeon Crawler 19.2%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelike 17%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This roguelike dungeon crawler features vibrant pixel art and a heavy emphasis on loot and procedural generation.

  16. #16 Voidigo
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,722 reviews2023
    Dev: semiwork
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.4 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Action Roguelike 22.9%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Roguelike 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This game offers chaotic, colorful, and highly mobile bullet-hell combat within a procedurally generated dungeon structure.

  17. #17 Shadow of the Depth
    86% matchMostly Positive70% of 474 reviews2025
    Dev: ChillyRoom
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Shadow of the Depth is a top-down action Roguelite game. Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.5%, Action Roguelike 19.4%, Perma Death 16.7%, Action RPG 12.3%, Roguelike 11.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This action-roguelike features fluid hack-and-slash combat and a dark, atmospheric dungeon-crawling experience.

  18. #18 Army of Ruin
    85% matchVery Positive89% of 2,692 reviews2023
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Wreak havoc on countless foes with mighty weapons and deadly spells! Enhance your skills and face even greater dangers! Army of Ruin is an auto-shooter where you become the Bullet Hell.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Action RPG 13.1%, Roguelike 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It delivers a polished, high-quality bullet-hell experience with a focus on clearing massive hordes of enemies.

  19. #19 Boneraiser Minions
    83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,299 reviews2023
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Amass an army of undead to fight endless waves of heroes intent to end your boneraising ways! In this gothic auto-battler rogue-lite Survivor-like, use the bones of slain heroes to raise your minions, collect relics and spells, and unlock meta upgrades, all to survive King Gigald's crusade!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.8%, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Score Attack 10.7%, Roguelike 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A unique take on the survivor-like genre with a distinct pixel-art style and a focus on summoning minions to fight for you.

  20. #20 Monolith
    84% matchMostly Positive77% of 335 reviews2023
    Dev: Animation Arts
    Windows · Linux

    A classical science fiction point and click adventure which takes you into a deep story and murky atmosphere, while solving logical puzzles. Accompany Tessa Carter and her talking robot as she finds out about herself and searches for a way to survive.

    Why similar: Singleplayer 52.5%, Indie 47.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down, bullet-hell dungeon crawler that rewards precise movement and mastery of complex enemy patterns.

  21. #21 Witchcraft Survivors
    84% matchVery Positive82% of 61 reviews2024
    Dev: Catpix Studios
    Windows

    Annihilate hordes of enemies in this thrilling, fast-paced action roguelite rpg and fill the screen with your magic. Kill your foes, become stronger each second and upgrade your characters with new spells and abilities. Can you survive the monsters that threaten your very existence?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.8%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Score Attack 13.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.3%, Action RPG 9%

    Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on spell-based bullet-hell combat with a retro pixel-art aesthetic.

  22. #22 Dungeon Souls
    82% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,226 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 23.5%, Action Roguelike 22.9%, Roguelike 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, RPG 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic dungeon-crawler feel with pixel-art graphics and fast-paced, action-oriented combat.

  23. #23 Straimium Immortaly
    82% matchVery Positive90% of 171 reviews2016
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Straimium Immortaly is a shmup roguelike dungeoncrawler. Explore the butts-hard procedurally generated Cubicus battling beasties, looting endless item and weapon upgrades and defeating huge boss meanies in your vengeful quest to eradicate the Queeni Emperess.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.7%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Dungeon Crawler 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Roguelike 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A quirky, pixel-art roguelite that features intense shooting mechanics and a variety of strange enemies.

  24. #24 Boons & Burdens
    81% matchMostly Positive73% of 73 reviews2024
    Dev: FromLefcourt
    Windows

    Boons & Burdens is a single player action-roguelike set in the depths of hell. Battle hordes of demons through 12 levels, collect gems to purchase powerful boons, and choose from deadly burdens that alter the game's difficulty. Will you be the paragon of power or the architect of your own defeat?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.7%, Action RPG 17.1%, Roguelike 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, RPG 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter roguelike that forces players to make difficult choices about their build throughout each run.

  25. #25 Nomad Survival
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 2,165 reviews2022
    Dev: The Fox Knocks
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Battle against hordes of enemies, conquer Boss encounters, and explore various character and skill combinations in this time-based auto-attacking Roguelite in your quest to become stronger and defeat the most menacing of creatures that lay in wait at the end of each run.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.3%, Action Roguelike 24.3%, Roguelike 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Retro 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic survivor-like game that focuses on simple, addictive combat loops and constant character upgrades.

  26. #26 Deathstate: Abyssal Edition
    81% matchVery Positive86% of 357 reviews2015
    Dev: Bread Machine Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Deathstate is a roguelike bullet hell adventure set in a bizarre world of dimensional exploration. Play as a number of unique characters trying to discover the fate of Professor Elinberg who opened a portal to the void. Are you ready to venture deep into the abyss?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.6%, Bullet Hell 28.5%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Roguelike 9.1%, RPG 8.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This game is a top-down, bullet-hell roguelike that focuses on dodging patterns and managing unique character abilities.

  27. #27 Hero Siege
    80% matchMixed68% of 45,134 reviews2014
    Dev: Panic Art Studios Ltd
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Hero Siege is a fast paced Pixel Art ARPG featuring an expansive roster of unique classes, deep build experimentation, and a player driven economy.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.8%, Action RPG 18.2%, Bullet Hell 16%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Roguelike 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It blends dungeon-crawling, RPG progression, and pixel-art visuals into a fast-paced action experience.

  28. #28 GunSuit Guardians
    78% matchVery Positive87% of 247 reviews2023
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows

    Gear up your GunSuit and defend Earth from an alien siege! Equip and upgrade unique arsenals of overpowered weapons to survive overwhelming numbers in this action-roguelite twin-stick horde survival.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.7%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.5%, Action RPG 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art, bullet-hell action game that emphasizes quick movement and intense boss encounters.

  29. #29 Repetendium
    77% matchVery Positive90% of 294 reviews2022
    Dev: Bearlex Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Repetendium is a top-down roguelike-lite shooter. Select from a rowdy group of characters to play as and wield an ever expanding variety of gear and items to conquer the underworld. Death awaits...

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.8%, Action Roguelike 24%, Roguelike 13.3%, Perma Death 13.3%, Score Attack 10.3%

  30. #30 Elemental Survivors
    78% matchMostly Positive72% of 189 reviews2023
    Dev: Samobee Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Grind, die, upgrade, repeat in this auto-attacking roguelite/RPG! Transform into an enemy-blender with your fave attacks made devastating with equipment, party members, and elemental evolutions. Survive to earn gems to unlock areas, permanent upgrades, characters, and god-like summons.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.2%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Action RPG 10.9%, Retro 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This title offers a satisfying bullet-hell experience with a focus on elemental magic and character-based progression.

  31. #31 Overture
    79% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,262 reviews2015
    Dev: Black Shell GamesPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Overture is an action-adventure roguelike which draws heavy inspiration from hits such as Diablo, Realm of The Mad God, Zelda, and The Binding of Isaac. Explore vast randomly generated dungeons and slay hordes of cunning enemies!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.5%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Roguelike 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides a fast-paced, pixel-art action RPG experience with a heavy focus on dungeon exploration.

  32. #32 NETHER DUNGEONS
    76% matchVery Positive83% of 423 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 31.3%, Action Roguelike 29%, Roguelike 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Fantasy 5.4%

  33. #33 Pixel Survivors : Roguelike
    77% matchVery Positive81% of 468 reviews2023
    Dev: Amrita
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    A rogue-lite game where you must face hundreds of monsters with increasingly difficult bosses that strong enough to take you down. Choose your abilities, build your favorite combat style, become stronger and survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.1%, Action Roguelike 18.7%, Roguelike 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, RPG 9.5%

  34. #34 Heroes Of Loot: Gauntlet Of Power
    76% 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 20.1%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Roguelike 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  35. #35 UnderMine
    75% matchVery Positive90% of 9,748 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 38.9%, Dungeon Crawler 25.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, RPG 6.8%, Roguelike 3.1%

  36. #36 20 Minutes Till Dawn
    73% matchVery Positive91% of 28,655 reviews2023
    Dev: flannePub: Erabit
    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 21%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Score Attack 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

  37. #37 Desktop Survivors 98
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,340 reviews2025
    Dev: Brandon Hesslau
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Desktop Survivors 98 is a chaotic roguelite dungeon crawler that unfolds right on your Desktop. Your cursor becomes the hero as you explore new rooms, battle relentless waves of enemies, and collect powerful new weapons.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.6%, Action Roguelike 20%, Dungeon Crawler 18%, Roguelike 9.5%, Retro 7.1%

  38. #38 Halls of Torment: Prelude
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 1,401 reviews2023
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29%, Dungeon Crawler 26.9%, Action RPG 16.8%, Retro 15.6%, RPG 7.9%

  39. #39 Identifile: Desktop Dungeon
    71% matchVery Positive94% of 154 reviews2025
    Dev: Gearbyte Games
    Windows

    Become the ultimate desktop cursor in a deeply infected operating system! Navigate folders like dungeon rooms, delete viruses, and level up with EXEs in this action-packed roguelike.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Action Roguelike 17.1%, Perma Death 13.9%, Roguelike 10.6%

  40. #40 Delver
    74% matchVery Positive88% of 2,836 reviews2018
    Dev: Chad CuddiganPub: Priority Interrupt
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Delve into the shifting dungeons on your hunt for the Yithidian orb, but getting it might just be the easy part. Delver is a single player first-person action roguelike dungeon crawler, just like you wished they used to make.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.3%, Action Roguelike 19.4%, Perma Death 12.9%, Roguelike 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

  41. #41 Dive The Depths
    72% matchMostly Positive77% of 112 reviews2025
    Dev: FrizuoPub: Starpixel Studios
    Windows

    Dive The Depths is an action-roguelike set beneath the ocean's surface. As a humble diver, you must navigate the world filled with bizarre sea creatures, submerged ruins, and forgotten histories. Can you conquer the depths and unravel the secrets that hidden beneath the waves?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.5%, Perma Death 20%, Dungeon Crawler 18.4%, Roguelike 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%

  42. #42 Ether Loop
    74% 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: Dungeon Crawler 18.8%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Perma Death 13.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Action 9.4%

  43. #43 99 Levels To Hell
    75% matchMixed61% 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 18.8%, Action Roguelike 17.5%, Perma Death 12.4%, Arcade 11%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

  44. #44 Fight To The Death
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 116 reviews2024
    Dev: Amrita
    Windows

    Fight To The Death is a roguelite game where you enter an arena filled with hundreds or even thousands of monsters. Utilizing each character's unique skills, collecting powerful items, crafting your own playstyle, and striving to be the last one standing.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Action RPG 12.9%, Roguelike 10.6%

  45. #45 Into the Necrovale
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 588 reviews2024
    Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.8%, Dungeon Crawler 23.5%, Action RPG 16.2%, Roguelike 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

  46. #46 Archtower
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 109 reviews2022
    Dev: Blaster Games Studio
    Windows

    Archtower is a mixture of ARPG and Roguelite. Explore the mysterious Tower, build your characters, improve and develop your clan. Use different skills from power crystals to optimize your builds. And try to survive. But don't worry, the game gives you options to keep your life and loot on defeat.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Perma Death 15.1%, Roguelike 10.5%, RPG 7.9%

  47. #47 Gloomgrave
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 184 reviews2023
    Dev: Netmancer
    Windows

    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 29%, Perma Death 18.1%, Roguelike 12%, RPG 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

  48. #48 Star of Providence
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,276 reviews2017
    Dev: Team D-13
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Star of Providence is a top down action shooter with procedurally generated elements. Explore a large, abandoned facility in search of incredible power, fighting dangerous foes and gaining new weapons and upgrades as you progress.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Action Roguelike 15%, Dungeon Crawler 12.1%, Perma Death 8.5%

  49. #49 Enlightenment
    72% matchMixed63% of 457 reviews2018
    Dev: LizardKing
    Windows

    In Enlightenment, you play in a roguelike action-shooter with a fast-paced challenging journey deep into a underground complex called "the Ark". Players will be tested by large varieties of enemies in a procedurally-generated dungeon, and become stronger by learning from the inevitable deaths.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 41.5%, Perma Death 12.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11.7%, Action 9.9%, Roguelike 8.8%

  50. #50 One More Dungeon
    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 660 reviews2015
    Dev: Stately Snail
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    One More Dungeon is a first person shooter roguelike with procedurally generated levels and pixel-art graphics.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.4%, Action Roguelike 25.4%, Roguelike 12.1%, RPG 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

  51. #51 Planetary Dustoff
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 51 reviews2019
    Dev: Rymdfall AB
    Windows · Mac

    Planetary Dustoff is a space-themed roguelite shooter. Go on a death riddled journey to sprawling alien environments and fight your way through hordes of enemies and epic boss battles. Take part in the revived Planetary Survey Program and help the Space Faction find a new home for humanity.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.2%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

  52. #52 Against Great Darkness
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 210 reviews2024
    Dev: Hitreg StudiosPub: Hitreg Studios
    Windows

    Against Great Darkness is a brick-breaking, bullet hell, roguelite where you play as a pagan trying to escape Hell's maw. Trigger relics by keeping your disks bouncing, experience unique events where you can obtain incredible loot, and battle hellish bosses while always keeping an eye on your disks.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.3%, Action Roguelike 21.4%, Arcade 13.5%, Roguelike 12.6%, Retro 10.9%

  53. #53 Rising Hell
    68% 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: Action Roguelike 24.6%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, Roguelike 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Arcade 8.7%

  54. #54 Skelly Selest
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 286 reviews2018
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Skelly Selest is a score-attack hack slash dash run 'n' gun-athon. Venture into the procedurally generated perdition depths of Hell to purge the evil taint of the Deamonica Netherlords and their fiendly followers.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.5%, Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, Perma Death 15%, Roguelike 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

  55. #55 Heroes of Loot
    70% matchMixed69% of 94 reviews2015
    Dev: Orangepixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    A brutal mix between dungeon-crawler and shoot-em up. The dungeon will learn from you and become more dangerous every time you play!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.3%, Roguelike 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Arcade 10.8%, RPG 10.6%

  56. #56 Pixel Dungeon VR
    64% matchVery Positive91% of 353 reviews2025
    Dev: Suplife Games
    Windows

    Pixel Dungeon is a fast-paced, multiplayer social VR adventure where dungeon-crawling action, physics-based combat, and chaos with friends collide.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.6%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Action RPG 18.2%, Roguelike 12.4%, RPG 8.7%

  57. #57 Scarlett's Dungeon
    69% matchMixed69% of 54 reviews2017
    Dev: Hard Shark Games
    Windows

    Scarlett's Dungeon is a retro-inspired action RPG dungeon crawler with roguelite elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fight monsters, and collect loot in beautifully crafted pixel art reminiscent of the Game Boy Advance era. Test your skills as you dive deep into ever-changing challenges!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.4%, Action Roguelike 25.2%, Roguelike 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Fantasy 5.9%

  58. #58 Doomed to Hell
    66% matchVery Positive83% of 233 reviews2022
    Dev: Gagonfe
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Doomed to Hell is a roguelike-like top-down shooter where you play as Rose, a human in hell who will need to fight all of its monsters in waves of enemies, defeat bosses, and get new weapons to earn back his life on earth.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.2%, Action Roguelike 23.6%, Perma Death 17.2%, Roguelike 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%

  59. #59 Witchinour
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2017
    Dev: mahojigoku
    Windows

    Witchinour is a roguelite twin stick shooter focused on fast, 60fps action and constantly increasing difficulty. You play as an explorer who comes across a dungeon that an apprentice witch named Nour found herself lost in years ago on a full moon...

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.1%, Perma Death 23.7%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Retro 8.9%

  60. #60 Hollow Survivors: Prologue
    63% matchVery Positive93% of 532 reviews2024
    Dev: Danny DeerPub: Games Incubator
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version. Battle through hordes of horrific creatures as you hack and slash your way to the top of the Tower in this rogue-like dungeon crawler game. Choose from a variety of upgrades, new weapons, and save the Tower.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.1%, Action Roguelike 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Action RPG 11.5%, Roguelike 10.5%

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