- #1 Open or Die
97% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: SVGames
Windows
In front of you are boxes. Some contain diamonds, while others contain death. How many times are you willing to take a risk to win in this deadly gambling show? Manipulate the odds and use items to emerge victorious. What will prove stronger, your greed or your instinct for self-preservation?
Why similar: Roguelike 23.5%, Roguelite 20.5%, Action 14%, Realistic 11.3%, Gambling 10.4% ★
- #2 Betrot
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: oscahrdev
Windows
A dark roguelike where you bet everything on a cursed roulette. Drink, smoke, break the rules, build insane synergies, meet brutal quotas — and survive the spin. Did I mention you smoke?
Why similar: Gambling 28.6% ★, Roguelike 17.7%, Roguelite 15.4%, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 12.6%
- #3 Bunny Roulette
96% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: RileyRift
Windows
Russian roulette horror with 2-4 players, featuring a new card ability system that allows for unique strategy and gameplay. Take a seat at the table. Intense, suspense-filled atmosphere. Russian Roulette reimagined.
Why similar: Gambling 24.9% ★, Roguelike 12.2%, Roguelite 11.1%, Strategy 10.3%, Dark 9.2%
- #4 Shark Dentist
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alice Games
Windows
Shark Dentist is a unique horror roguelike where you play as a shark dentist. Your task is to treat the teeth of giant predators in a dark clinic while avoiding their deadly aggression. Balance tactics, luck, and limited resources to heal your patient without losing your own life.
Why similar: Roguelike 16.8%, Gambling 15.5% ★, Roguelite 13.5%, Simulation 11.7%, Strategy 10.1%
- #5 Gamble Your Breath
94% matchMixed70% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Alice Games
Windows
A claustrophobic click-based survival game where every spin, card, and choice could be your last. Earn oxygen by gambling your fate through charms, curses, and rising debt before the air runs out.
Why similar: Gambling 23.5% ★, Roguelike 15.9%, Roguelite 14.1%, Psychological 10%, Simulation 9.1%
- #6 Its Flammin Bingo
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MarcyCat
Windows
Its Flammin Bingo is a rougelike strategy game about playing bingo. Buy and use items in the shop to weigh the odds in your favor. Earn enough points to complete each round and earn coins. Gain bingo after bingo to thrive.
Why similar: Strategy 21.8%, Roguelike 21%, Simulation 19.5%, Gambling 19.1% ★, Roguelite 18%
- #7 Trust Your Gut
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MishletoPub: Caspianborn Publishing
Windows · Linux
A rogue-lite roulette game. Born unlucky; your life is tied to this game. To survive, buy mementos you want, bend the odds, and return to each spin a little stronger.
Why similar: Gambling 27.5% ★, Roguelite 23.4%, Roguelike 21.4%, Strategy 16.9%, Dark 7.3%
- #8 ARSONATE
91% matchVery Positive83% of 183 reviews2026
Dev: NashPub: IndieArk
Windows · Linux
Outwit the HOST in a death game where fire spreads with each flip of a card. Be the last to burn. Do you fear death?
Why similar: Gambling 23.2% ★, Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelite 11.2%, Psychological 9.8%, Gore 9.5%
- #9 Daydream Drifters
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: loloop
Windows
Dungeons, enemies, items — everything is randomly generated in this roguelike stealth horror. As events occur over time, hiding alone is not enough—you must be ready to fight. Explore three seamlessly connected random dungeons and survive the daydream. And when you awaken, what will you see…?
Why similar: Roguelike 21.1%, Action 18.6%, Strategy 17.8%, Roguelite 14.3%, Realistic 8.8%
- #10 SATED
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Forest RegesPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Gurgling messes of flesh live beneath. They seek to be sated. Your cursed fridge beckons: spin the wheel and choose revolting ingredients in this rogue-like-inspired cooking course from the very depths of hell. Leave your customers satisfied or become the meal yourself.
Why similar: Gambling 24.3% ★, Roguelike 21.4%, Roguelite 18.7%, Action 17.8%, Simulation 10.8%
- #11 Crimson Souls
90% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: CB
Windows
Crimson Souls is an exploration RTS rogue-like game, that has a speacialized fighting gameplay and story progression, and is also dotted with familiar monsters and towers.
Why similar: Strategy 26.6%, Action 25.5%, Simulation 17.1%, Roguelike 16.6%, Roguelite 14.1%
- #12 Scratcher Simulator
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fantastico Studio
Windows
A scratch-card roguelike engine-builder in the back room of an Italian bar. You can't pay your tab, so the barista points you to the machine: tickets that exist nowhere else. Scratch them, stack charms into game-breaking combos, beat rising targets. Lose, and it mints a new coin for the jar: yours.
Why similar: Gambling 27.6% ★, Roguelike 25.4%, Simulation 24.3%, Roguelite 21.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #13 Devils Due
89% match2 user reviews25% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Data Illusion Studios
Windows
DEVIL'S DUE - A hellish slot machine RPG! Face demonic bosses in slot-based combat, collect Lucky Charms, and manage your debt to the Devil. Win big to deal damage, but demons turn your victories against you. Three phases of challenge await. Will you pay the Devil's Due?
Why similar: Gambling 27% ★, Simulation 17.6%, Roguelike 16.7%, Strategy 16.1%, Roguelite 13%
- #14 The Long Wake: What Remains Observed
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Spaceboy
Windows
The town is empty. The nightmare isn’t. A third-person 3D survival horror game with roguelike elements and knowledge-based mechanics. Explore a deserted town trapped in a relentless loop, where each attempt reveals new paths, tools, and truths, escape before time runs out.
Why similar: Roguelike 24.6%, Action 23.9%, Roguelite 17.6%, Simulation 15.1%, Third Person 9.8%
- #15 Spin Sacrifice Survive
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ALPARSLAN YESILKAYA
Windows · Mac
Break the system. Test your luck. Spot the lies. Experience the thrill of gambling for your survival. Optimize your strategy to pay an crushing debt, grow your power, and survive ten nights of paranoia.
Why similar: Roguelite 20.2%, Roguelike 20.2%, Gambling 20.1% ★, Simulation 11.3%, Strategy 10.7%
- #16 Chaosfall
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hypnotic Forge
Windows
Push your luck in a cursed slot machine. Cash out or lose everything to a machine that fights back.
Why similar: Roguelike 25.6%, Roguelite 16.4%, Psychological 16.3%, Strategy 15%, Dark 11.1%
- #17 CloverPit
83% matchVery Positive90% of 25,724 reviews2025
Dev: Panik ArcadePub: Future Friends Games
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A rogue-lite slot machine nightmare. Gamble for your life in a never-ending debt simulator!
Why similar: Gambling 29.1% ★, Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelite 16.3%, Psychological 9.3%, Strategy 8.7%
- #18 Die Severed
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Philip Markowski
Windows
Die Severed is a gambling roguelike where each lost round costs you one finger. Stack your dice bag with weighted dice, collect run defining abilities, and push your luck to pay your debt and walk out in one piece. More or less.
Why similar: Gambling 24.2% ★, Roguelike 17.5%, Roguelite 17.1%, Dark 8.3%, Strategy 7.6%
- #19 Gamble: Hard Exit
84% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: RedZet
Windows
A roguelike slot machine nightmare. The cursed machine has your family's lives in its grip: pay your debt every round, or they die. Bend the odds with cigarettes, line up 8 symbols, and force your way out of this hell. Losing is not an option.
Why similar: Gambling 26.8% ★, Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelite 17.2%, Psychological 11%, Strategy 9.6%
- #20 Chain Reaction: Breakshot
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bumblebee Lab
Windows
Chain Reaction: Breakshot combines the precise aiming of classic billiards with the strategic deckbuilding of roguelikes. Within a retro CRT visual style, combining various mechanics turns every shot into a feast of strategy and fun.
Why similar: Roguelike 25.7%, Strategy 23.3%, Roguelite 22.2%, 1990's 14.6%, Simulation 13.4%
- #21 Predimension
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kriptopia Studios
Windows
Have you ever wanted classic Doom style gameplay but with roguelite elements? Now's your chance with PREDIMENSION.
Why similar: Action 22.8%, Gore 20.9%, Violent 19.4%, Roguelike 15.9%, Roguelite 13.5%
- #22 EoW: Willer's Dominion
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Good Mood Games
Windows
Willer's Dominion is a TPP rogue-lite action game where you unlock and upgrade weapons, master new skills, shape your build through powerful perks, and face the growing risk of corrupted items as you grow stronger with each run. Reclaim your will before the Eye’s curse consumes what’s left of you.
Why similar: Roguelite 24.5%, Roguelike 23.5%, Action 16.5%, Gore 12.7%, Third Person 8.4%
- #23 SEVER
80% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Duck Duck Dev
Windows
Down to your last $100, but flesh has value. Trade pieces for cash and gamble with your very life. Will you make it out rich… or become part of the collection?
Why similar: Gambling 30.9% ★, Simulation 22.9%, Action 22.5%, Dark 11.8%, Gore 10.9%
- #24 Blessed be the chamber
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Digital Kingdom
Windows
Blessed be the chamber is a tense russian roulette roguelite. Load the gun, pull the trigger and push your luck as you try to climb the cult ranks. Choose rings and use powerful items to increase your odds because even the most faithful must face the chamber.
Why similar: Gambling 27.8% ★, Roguelike 17.1%, Roguelite 13.4%, Strategy 9.7%, Dark 9.3%
- #25 Blackjack Descent
79% matchVery Positive81% of 112 reviews2026
Dev: CGI LAB GAMES
Windows
You're locked in a room where your only chance of survival is to play blackjack against a sinister dealer. Every hand isn't just a gamble, it's a deal with fate. Fail to repay your debt on time, and you'll fall into darkness... or something far worse.
Why similar: Roguelike 27.8%, Strategy 15%, Simulation 13.7%, Dark 11.8%, Action 11.7%
- #26 Domino Descent
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Reo's Games
Windows · Linux
A roguelike deckbuilder where your deck is a box of dominoes. Chain them, paint them, curse them, and build a multiplier that runs away with itself. Twelve floors down, something is waiting on every third one. The stairs keep going after that.
Why similar: Roguelite 33.9%, Roguelike 31.3%, Strategy 25%, Dark 8.8%, Singleplayer 1%
- #27 Buckshot With Friends
78% matchMixed49% of 94 reviews2024
Dev: yythgim
Windows
Tabletop horror game where you take turns firing a shotgun. The game can be played with friends or a dealer, creating an intense, suspense-filled atmosphere. Russian Roulette reimagined.
Why similar: Gambling 25.6% ★, Roguelike 12.5%, Psychological 10.6%, Gore 10.3%, Dark 9.3%
- #28 Slots & Daggers
75% matchVery Positive94% of 7,491 reviews2025
Dev: FriedemannPub: Future Friends Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A retro mini-roguelike inside a slot machine. Steady your blade - and spin!
Why similar: Gambling 23.8% ★, Roguelike 22.1%, Strategy 15.9%, 1990's 15.6%, Roguelite 15%
- #29 Darkness Restricted
78% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Remi George
Windows
You are loaded in a simulation that will test and optimize your handgun combat skills. You have to find a USB key and plug it in the laptop of the level to move up to the next one. These areas will be loaded with enemies using night vision goggles in complete darkness...
Why similar: Simulation 26%, Strategy 25.3%, Roguelite 24.5%, Action 24.2%
- #30 Gladiators Manager
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ancient GamesPub: Creative Forge
Windows
Gladiators Manager puts you in the position of a lanista responsible for training and managing gladiators. Participating in brutal arena fights and cruel intrigues will grant you riches and glory in the ancient Roman Empire.
Why similar: Simulation 26.8%, Strategy 26.1%, Action 23.8%, Violent 10.6%, Realistic 8.1%
- #31 Downcast
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DemOff
Windows · Mac · Linux
Remember the number and placement of cartridges. Then watch as everyone tries to ruin your calculations. Survive by using memory, mind games, and sabotage.
Why similar: Gambling 20.7% ★, Roguelike 17.1%, Roguelite 15.2%, Psychological 12.2%, Dark 9.3%
- #32 Gratuitous Zombie Cannon
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BeplayaPub: AJG
Windows
A dual stage survival FPS/Defense/strategy zombie game; a DSSFPSSZG you could say...¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Stage 1 (Birds-eye-view strategy): Place defense mechanisms such as turrets, mines, etc around you. Stage 2 (FPS): Shoot incendiary rounds at the zombies from your powerful cannon!
Why similar: Gore 23.8%, Violent 22.1%, Simulation 18.7%, Action 18.2%, Strategy 17.3%
- #33 Mindrazer
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mazeweaver
Windows
Mindrazer is a roguelite action-strategy shooter against relentless cosmic horrors. Every run tests your skill, your strategy, and how much risk you’re willing to take. Traverse a dark maze to save the love of your life from the Mindrazer's grip.
Why similar: Roguelite 26.3%, Roguelike 25.1%, Action 17.7%, Strategy 16.8%, Dark 5.4%
- #34 Battle Box
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Craig Dubery Jr(WokeTheGod)
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle Box Is An Early Alpha Game that delivers on an action packed and strategy based game play in a top down play style. All Characters are from a animation I am working on called DEEPEST BLUE these characters were killed in battle and sent to the world of Battle Box.
Why similar: Gore 23.4%, Violent 21.7%, Action 18.7%, Simulation 18.3%, Strategy 17.8%
- #35 Gear City Against Chaos
73% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2019
Dev: ZKW
Windows
在未知星球上对抗机甲并建设都市。通过收容难民来扩大都市规模,与副官一起治理都市。
Why similar: Action 34.2%, Strategy 34.1%, Simulation 31.7%
- #36 Symphony of Stars
73% match7 user reviews14% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Only Human Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
This is space combat with a twist. Choose a faction to fight for, colonize and defend planets for it, while also leading the attack against your rivals.
Why similar: Action 33.6%, Strategy 33.5%, Simulation 32.9%
- #37 The Floor is Lava
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KokashoPub: Cat Launch Studio
Windows
The Floor is Lava is a parkour and adventure game with mountains, rocks and even floating objects that defy the law of physics! But remember, if you fall in the lava. You'll have to do it all again!
Why similar: Simulation 34.5%, Action 32.8%, Strategy 32.7%
- #38 Storm Area 51: September 20th 2019
72% matchMixed43% of 54 reviews2019
Dev: ProjectorGames
Windows
Survive the epic raid on Area 51 and rescue the aliens from the military compound using classic stealth mechanics and cover.
Why similar: Simulation 29.4%, Strategy 27.2%, Action 26.7%, Violent 16.6%
- #39 War Battle Royale Battlegrounds
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: Polantronic
Windows
War Battle Royale Battlegrounds takes place in a cubic world! Compete against opponents on a map created to play this type of game(battle royale)Duration of the game less than 10 minutes Choose one of five characters and start the battle against opponents on the island
Why similar: Simulation 33.9%, Action 33.1%, Strategy 33%
- #40 ChessRogue
70% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Quadracollision
Windows
A chess themed roguelike featuring online high scores.
Why similar: Roguelike 28.6%, Strategy 28.4%, Roguelite 24.5%, 1990's 17.4%, Singleplayer 1%
- #41 STACK RUN
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: CerealAndCoffee
Windows · Linux
A neon-soaked roguelike arcade game where you stack blocks by timing your presses perfectly. Master the moving bar, unlock upgrades, collect prizes, and climb to Level 12 for the jackpot. Choose RIGGED mode for RNG progression or SKILL mode for pure precision.
Why similar: Roguelite 30.6%, Roguelike 26.8%, Strategy 20.9%, Action 16.9%, Atmospheric 4.2%
- #42 Necro Defense
71% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: 3D FACTORY
Windows
The warriors have come to your roost. Summoning and placing a skeleton Guard the dungeon from the endless crowds. Strategic deployment and quick judgment I will protect you from the warriors.
Why similar: Strategy 34.6%, Action 33.1%, Simulation 32.2%
- #43 Water Density
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Quail Island Software Limited
Windows
Water Density is an digging game where the goal is to obtain the most Heavy Water. Use a wheel loader to create a road for your tanker to transport water back to your ship. Fly a drone to scout the landscape and tunnels, to find water.
Why similar: Simulation 34.1%, Strategy 33.1%, Action 32.8%
- #44 Sharknado VR: Eye of the Storm
70% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2018
Dev: Autumn VRPub: Autumn VR
Windows
Fight your way through swarms of hungry flying sharks in Sharknado VR! Slice them with the Chainsaw, shred them with machine guns or explode them with the RPG!
Why similar: Simulation 27.1%, Action 26.1%, Gore 24.3%, Violent 22.5%
- #45 Scratch your Luck
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Killer Duck Studio
Windows
Scratch tickets, upgrade your odds, and pay deadlines before you go broke.
Why similar: Gambling 36.3% ★, Roguelite 22.1%, Roguelike 21.7%, Strategy 18%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #46 Drone Infiltrator
70% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: U24 Solutions
Windows
U.S. military is training more drone pilots than jet fighters. Attack drones have become a safer way to protect your country. Now, you have the unique opportunity to fly with one of the most amazing lifelike technologies.
Why similar: Simulation 36.7%, Action 32.5%, Strategy 30.8%
- #47 Termite
69% matchMostly Positive70% of 27 reviews2018
Dev: Milan Toth
Windows · Mac · Linux
The ultimate real-time action strategy experience
Why similar: Strategy 34%, Simulation 33.4%, Action 32.5%
- #48 Greedy Machine
67% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: PKP STUDIO
Windows
Welcome to Greedy Machine, an addictive slot machine game! Pull the lever to win gold and unlock hidden items scattered across the map. Use these items to manage your skyrocketing stress levels, and let strategy and luck lead you to ultimate victory.
Why similar: Gambling 28.5% ★, Roguelite 20.9%, Simulation 15%, Strategy 13.9%, Roguelike 13.8%
- #49 Alien Harvest Leader
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Galactic Spire
Windows
Build and defend your base using your flying saucer to gather resources. Utilize your workers, research new technology, and rare equipment to improve your capabilities and keep your base stocked with treasures.
Why similar: Strategy 22%, Simulation 21.2%, Action 20.3%, Gore 18.9%, Violent 17.6%
- #50 Independence War™ Deluxe Edition
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 21 reviews2016
Dev: Particle Systems Ltd.Pub: Atari
Windows
A guerilla war has been raging in space for centuries. Human colonies are breaking away from Earth's control, declaring independence from the Commonwealth. As a Commonwealth Navy commander, your mission is to stop the Indie rebels and their attacks of terror and random piracy.
Why similar: Simulation 34.5%, Strategy 33.5%, Action 32%
- #51 Central Intelligence
67% matchMixed40% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: OCEAN SoftwarePub: Ziggurat
Windows
Central Intelligence is the ultimate test of your strategic skills. In this CIA-style mission you can operate in three areas, Propaganda, Military, and Political, to achieve your objectives.
Why similar: Simulation 34.9%, Strategy 33.9%, Action 31.2%
- #52 Temporal Shift
68% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2015
Dev: Four Lights
Windows
The Arkona are on the attack. With every move they make they change the world; Devouring history as they go. Only the Brandt Foundation can stop them but not everything is as it seems to be. A darkness has come over Dr.Brandt and the world now seems to dance to his tune.
Why similar: Simulation 34.5%, Strategy 33.5%, Action 32%
- #53 The Tower of 21
65% match7 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: GingersoftGames
Windows
Welcome to the Tower of 21, a blackjack roguelike where the stakes are your life. Play Blackjack, kill your opponent, get rich. Buy cards and amulets to get the upper hand on your opponents, but be careful, they too don't always play fair.
Why similar: Gambling 34.8% ★, Roguelike 20.6%, Strategy 12.8%, Action 12.7%, Dark 9.8%
- #54 Battle Fleet: Ground Assault
67% matchMixed69% of 52 reviews2018
Dev: Mythical City Games
Windows · Mac
Command entire companies of tanks across the battlefields of WW2 in turn based tactical strategy. Move without grids, skillfully aim every shot and use cover to lead your tanks to victory.
Why similar: Strategy 35.6%, Simulation 33.4%, Action 31%
- #55 Carnival Roulette
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HMo Games
Windows
Sit at a twisted carnival table. Play your cards under the dealer’s watchful eye. Outsmart fate, survive the rounds, and walk away alive ... If the table allows it.
Why similar: Roguelike 24.4%, Action 21.1%, Strategy 11.6%, Gambling 10% ★, Dark 9.1%