- #1 Never Mourn
97% matchMostly Positive78% of 363 reviews2024
Dev: Primal SeedPub: Light Up Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Explore the world of Never Mourn in this rogue-lite action adventure. Death is never the end, merely the beginning of your next adventure. Use ancient necromantic magics to raise an army of undead daemons and do battle to close the rifts of Never Mourn.
Why similar: Perma Death 13.5%, Action Roguelike 13%, Roguelite 11.5%, Medieval 10.6%, Roguelike 9.7%
- #2 Nightingale
96% matchMixed66% of 18,038 reviews2024
Dev: Inflexion Games
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Nightingale is an open world survival crafting game, where you’ll adventure across the mysterious and dangerous Fae Realms. As a daring Realmwalker, you’ll defeat monstrous enemies, survive hostile environments, and build elaborate estates in a visually stunning Gaslamp Fantasy world.
Why similar: Open World 37.6%, Exploration 20.1%, PvE 17.2%, Fantasy 12.3%, Action 7.9%
- #3 Sands of Aura
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 843 reviews2023
Dev: Chashu EntertainmentPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat.
Why similar: Open World 31%, Exploration 26.2%, PvE 24.9%, Action 11.1%, Singleplayer 6.8%
- #4 Versebound
95% matchVery Positive97% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Conifer Digital
Windows
Slay hordes of enemies and fight mythical bosses in this challenging action roguelike. In a desperate fight for survival you must perform rituals, buildcraft and learn from every misstep to become stronger. Use unique abilities and powerful artifacts to beat every trial in the world of Kalevala!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.5%, Roguelite 25.5%, Roguelike 22%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Action 6.3%
- #5 The Awakener: Forgotten Oath
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 252 reviews2023
Dev: TANER GAMESPub: Gamera Games
Windows
The Awakener: Forgotten Oath is a rogue-like action game with a highly flexible combat system. ACT and Rogue-like lovers will embark on a thrilling adventure in a magical world called Sylvalond.
Why similar: Medieval 21.7%, Action Roguelike 20.8%, Roguelite 17.8%, Roguelike 12.3%, Third Person 9%
- #6 Gravebound
94% matchVery Positive92% of 162 reviews2025
Dev: Atomic Game LabsPub: Student Game Developer Association
Windows
Survive as long as you can through the waves of magic guardians, level up to heighten your own magical abilities, and unlock game changing weapon upgrades and new arenas as you explore Dark Willow Crypt! Will you escape, or are you bound for the grave...
Why similar: Roguelike 28.7%, Action Roguelike 21.3%, Fantasy 15.5%, Action 10.9%, Combat 7.8%
- #7 Thymesia
93% matchVery Positive82% of 10,050 reviews2022
Dev: OverBorder StudioPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.
Why similar: Medieval 22.4%, Third Person 22.2%, Fantasy 12.2%, Atmospheric 12.1%, Combat 10.5%
- #8 Netherworld Covenant
92% matchMostly Positive79% of 718 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Action Roguelike 16.1%, Perma Death 16.1%, Roguelite 15.5%, Roguelike 14.2%, Medieval 13.1%
- #9 Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel
91% matchVery Positive82% of 7,720 reviews2025
Dev: Games FarmPub: Grindstone
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hordes of Hel is a gripping roguelike horde-survivor game set in the dark realms of Norse Mythology. Fight waves of enemies to earn divine blessings of ancient Viking Deities, explore hostile worlds and face powerful bosses. Become a god-like warrior in this ultimate showdown.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.5%, Roguelite 23.4%, Roguelike 20.1%, Third Person 11.6%, Atmospheric 7.1%
- #10 Fatekeeper
90% matchVery Positive80% of 10,647 reviews2026
Dev: ParaglacialPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Venture into a handcrafted world where ruins whisper of past cataclysms. Master the art of sword and sorcery and forge your path with relics, spells and choices that shape who you become in this first-person RPG.
Why similar: Magic 19.9%, Medieval 19.6%, Fantasy 11.7%, Combat 11.2%, Atmospheric 9.2%
- #11 Praey for the Gods
91% matchVery Positive81% of 3,148 reviews2021
Dev: No Matter Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.
Why similar: Open World 23.5%, Third Person 22.5%, Exploration 16.5%, Fantasy 12.6%, Atmospheric 12%
- #12 Ravenswatch
89% matchMostly Positive80% of 22,485 reviews2024
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Fallen heroes of old folk tales and legends: you are on the verge of a crucial battle against the Nightmare invading and corrupting your world. A roguelike action game from the creators of Curse of the Dead Gods©, playable solo or in online co-op.
Why similar: Roguelike 31.4%, Action Roguelike 31.1%, Roguelite 20.5%, Action 6.3%, Atmospheric 5%
- #13 Deathbound
89% matchMostly Positive76% of 320 reviews2024
Dev: Trialforge StudioPub: Tate Multimedia
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Deathbound is a unique Soulslike. Build a party of four characters and instantly morph between them in and out of combat. Combine their abilities to pull off devastating attacks and slay those who stand before you.
Why similar: Medieval 25.3%, Magic 20.9%, Third Person 19.1%, Combat 13.9%, Atmospheric 10.6%
- #14 Heretical
87% matchVery Positive85% of 1,028 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.8%, Roguelite 26.2%, Medieval 21.1%, Roguelike 11%, Atmospheric 8.6%
- #15 Bleak Faith: Forsaken
88% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,983 reviews2023
Dev: Archangel Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Explore the last remnants of civilization in this vast, unforgiving, and interconnected world. Learn what is left of its history. Discover pockets of natural life in the perpetually expanding Omnistructure. Lose yourself in a journey unlike any other. Find your purpose in the world.
Why similar: Open World 31.7%, Third Person 22.3%, Exploration 20.3%, Action 13.6%, 3D 10.6%
- #16 Tyrant's Realm
86% matchVery Positive84% of 1,081 reviews2025
Dev: Team TyrantPub: Skystone Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Tyrant's Realm is a roguelite action-adventure inspired by classic PS1 visuals. Explore procedurally generated dark fantasy worlds, battling through dangers that evolve with each run. Death is not the end, as the night is still young.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.2%, Medieval 18%, Roguelite 16.6%, Roguelike 13.7%, Third Person 10.6%
- #17 Of Ash and Steel
86% matchMixed66% of 6,918 reviews2025
Dev: Fire & FrostPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 31.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.
Why similar: Medieval 30.3%, Combat 14.2%, Atmospheric 10.3%, Magic 8.5%, Open World 8.4%
- #18 Cursemark
85% matchVery Positive87% of 605 reviews2026
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Hack, slash, and cast your way through a haunted kingdom brimming with secrets where no two builds are ever the same. As a cursed mage-knight you will unlock devastating spells, equip ability transforming runes, and reforge your curse on the path to victory or death in this fantasy action roguelite.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.6%, Roguelite 17.6%, Magic 14.7%, Open World 13.2%, Exploration 12%
- #19 Mortal Shell II
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 11,028 reviews2026
Dev: Cold SymmetryPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Their Flesh Is Your Weapon. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel action-RPG with adrenaline-charged, high-stakes combat. Possess warrior Shells, dethrone false gods, redeem a ravaged world.
Why similar: Open World 27.7%, Medieval 18.7%, Third Person 17.1%, Exploration 12.4%, Action 9.1%
- #20 Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
83% matchVery Positive88% of 35,182 reviews2025
Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
Windows
Median: 15.3 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.
Why similar: Open World 38.8%, Third Person 27.5%, Exploration 18.9%, Action 8.1%, Singleplayer 6.7%
- #21 VOIN
82% matchVery Positive94% of 3,626 reviews2024
Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Crafted by a solo developer, VOIN is a first-person hack-and-slash. Cleave through hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. Explore dark fantasy realms filled with secrets and dangers. Discover powerful gear and weapons, and face menacing bosses in your quest to cleanse a broken world.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.9%, Roguelite 18.8%, Medieval 18%, Roguelike 17%, Open World 14.7%
- #22 Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem
84% matchMixed56% of 67,926 reviews2020
Dev: WOLCEN Studio
Windows
Median: 15.9 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Carve your path in this Hack’n’Slash free from class boundaries. Purify a world shattered by corruption, and uncover the grim secrets and forgotten horrors lurking in the shadows of this forsaken land as you rise in Power. Your Inner aspect beckons—will you answer?
Why similar: Medieval 51.9%, Fantasy 25%, Action 13.5%, Singleplayer 9.6%
- #23 Arboria
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 782 reviews2021
Dev: DreamplantPub: All in! Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Fight, die, and fight again in this dark fantasy trollz-like roguelite. As a Yotun troll warrior, descend into the ever-changing, creepy dungeons of Durnar. Use a variety of Symbiotic Weapons and Bio-Mutations to slay enemies and heal The Father Tree.
Why similar: Roguelite 23.4%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Roguelike 18.7%, Third Person 15.7%, Fantasy 8.2%
- #24 Mortal Shell
81% matchMixed67% of 11,858 reviews2021
Dev: Cold SymmetryPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.
Why similar: Third Person 29.6%, Open World 25.3%, Action 20.1%, Atmospheric 14.6%, Singleplayer 10.4%
- #25 The Altered Lands
81% matchMixed62% of 55 reviews2021
Dev: VoidCompiler
Windows
Start your journey in a dark fantasy world. Prepare to face challenging enemies with Swords, Bows and powerful Magics. Choose your path! Fight, Craft, Explore and find out the dark secret of The Altered Lands.
Why similar: Swordplay 25.5%, Roguelike 13.4%, Medieval 13.3%, Open World 12.7%, Third Person 10.7%
- #26 Valorborn
78% matchMixed62% of 532 reviews2026
Dev: Laps Games
Windows
Dive into a living medieval fantasy sandbox RPG where the world moves with or without you and factions rise and fall. Become a thief, hunter, or sellsword, survive alone or with a party, and shape your story in a fully enterable world where every building, cave, and road hides opportunity or danger.
Why similar: Medieval 35.1%, Open World 29.1%, Exploration 17.9%, Fantasy 13.7%, Singleplayer 4.2%
- #27 Crimson Desert
74% matchVery Positive84% of 167,786 reviews2026
Dev: Pearl Abyss
Windows · Mac
Median: 32.2 hrsMean: 65.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Crimson Desert is an open-world action-adventure set on the continent of Pywel. Join Kliff on his journey to rebuild the Greymane faction and to save the land from a looming threat. From vast wilderness and cities to ruins and the mysterious Abyss, forge your path through battles and discovery.
Why similar: Open World 23.9%, Medieval 17.1%, Exploration 10.4%, Third Person 10.2%, Combat 9.6%
- #28 BELOW
79% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,367 reviews2018
Dev: Capybara Games
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 51%
BELOW is a solitary journey through the haunted depths of a forbidden isle. Explore. Survive. Discover.
Why similar: Perma Death 17.3%, Open World 16.2%, Action Roguelike 15%, Roguelite 12.9%, Roguelike 11.4%
- #29 Frozen Flame
78% matchMixed63% of 2,989 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamside InteractivePub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A challenging exploration and survival adventure, set in the dying world of Dragons. Only those who harness the power of Frozen Flame have the means to survive the harsh conditions of the realm and able to muster the strength to cleanse it for good.
Why similar: Open World 38.4%, Exploration 24.7%, Fantasy 23.9%, Action 12.9%
- #30 Usurper: Soulbound
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 56 reviews2021
Dev: Caspian Interactive
Windows
Usurper: Soulbound is a brutal Rogue-lite Action RPG where death is just the beginning. Possess your enemies to seize their bodies and abilities. Trapped in a nightmarish dimension, you must master combat, conquer deadly foes, and fight your way back to freedom—or be lost forever.
Why similar: Roguelite 35.8%, Roguelike 25.6%, PvE 20.2%, 3D 8.2%, Action 5.7%
- #31 Decay of Logos
80% matchMixed54% of 287 reviews2019
Dev: Amplify Creations
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Immerse yourself in the world of Decay Of Logos and unravel its mysteries. Explore old dungeons, battle unforgiving foes and journey through a vibrant interconnected fantasy realm with your mystical elk companion.
Why similar: Magic 19.5%, Open World 17.3%, Third Person 16.7%, Exploration 13.3%, Combat 12.5%
- #32 Eternal Strands
75% matchVery Positive88% of 1,744 reviews2025
Dev: Yellow Brick Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A next-generation action experience where the elements obey you, the terrain bends to your will, and every victory is entirely your own.
Why similar: Magic 21.7%, Third Person 16.5%, Open World 13.8%, Exploration 13.6%, Fantasy 12.5%
- #33 Codex Lost
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 79 reviews2024
Dev: FreemanaPub: JanduSoft
Windows
The new open world, spellcasting action-RPG. The grimoires have been stolen, civilisation is in ruins. Rise, Curator! Craft ancient elemental magics and challenge the great lords who threaten to fracture reality itself.
Why similar: Medieval 16.3%, Open World 16%, Magic 14.2%, Third Person 14.1%, Fantasy 9.7%
- #34 Stray Blade
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 528 reviews2023
Dev: Point Blank GamesPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Stray Blade is an action-adventure where you play a rogue Adventurer exploring the ancient Valley of Acrea with your companion, the Xhinnon wolf Boji. Unveil the history of the forgotten valley and master the powers of the three Acrean Metals to restore balance to this war-torn land.
Why similar: Combat 22.7%, Third Person 21.2%, Exploration 19.4%, Fantasy 13.1%, 3D 10.1%
- #35 Witchfire
73% matchVery Positive91% of 17,588 reviews2024
Dev: The Astronauts
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Witchfire is a first-person dark fantasy RPG shooter in which you play as a wicked sinner turned witch hunter on his final mission to reach salvation.
Why similar: Roguelite 31.9%, PvE 19%, Exploration 14.5%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Roguelike 11.9%
- #36 Soulslinger: Envoy of Death
75% matchMixed64% of 684 reviews2025
Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
You are a gunslinger in limbo, involved in a gritty war against "The Cartel", a ruthless organization harvesting souls to break free of the shackles of the afterlife. Grow stronger with each new run, gather the essence of lost souls to take on the biggest threats in this rogue-lite FPS!
Why similar: Perma Death 20.5%, Action Roguelike 18.2%, Roguelite 16.8%, Roguelike 12.3%, Fantasy 8.4%
- #37 Enotria: The Last Song
74% matchMixed69% of 2,764 reviews2024
Dev: Jyamma Games
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike set in a beautiful sun-lit world inspired by Italian folklore where the brightest sun casts the darkest shadow. Wear unique role-altering masks, face formidable foes and alter reality with the power of Ardore to unravel the secrets of Enotria.
Why similar: Medieval 21.1%, Third Person 16.9%, Combat 11.5%, Fantasy 11.4%, Atmospheric 11%
- #38 GRAVEN
76% matchMixed54% of 1,528 reviews2024
Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.
Why similar: Exploration 24.3%, Combat 22.5%, Atmospheric 18.1%, 3D 15.7%, Action 12%
- #39 OmniFootman
76% matchVery Positive84% of 122 reviews2019
Dev: WT Studio
Windows
OmniFootman is a rogue-lite action game with souls-like combat system. Take your adventure in this cursed, ever-changing kingdom and beat your enemies with different ability combinations. Be careful as your death is permanent.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.8%, Roguelite 25.5%, Perma Death 18%, Third Person 8.7%, Action 8.5%
- #40 Hyper Light Breaker
73% matchMixed55% of 3,976 reviews2025
Dev: Heart MachinePub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A brand-new entry in the Hyper Light franchise, Hyper Light Breaker is an open world rogue-like with a unique world fully realized in 3D for the first time.
Why similar: Open World 24.5%, Third Person 22.4%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Fantasy 11.2%, 3D 10.6%
- #41 Ragnar
71% matchVery Positive87% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: Fimbulwinter Games
Windows · Mac
In this epic Norse myth-inspired roguelike dungeon crawler, wield divine power to challenge Loki and uncover the secrets of the Nine Realms through the branches of Yggdrasil. Grow stronger and reshape Ragnarok’s fate with legendary weapons of the gods.
Why similar: Roguelite 30.5%, Action Roguelike 28.7%, Roguelike 27.8%, Action 9.4%, Fantasy 3.5%
- #42 Holomento
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 179 reviews2022
Dev: Sean WeechPub: Deck13
Windows
Holomento is an Indie Permadeath Action-RPG focusing on the dangerous quest of passing through the mysterious Eventide Hollow – and rebuilding it step by step.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.7%, Perma Death 16.9%, Third Person 15.1%, Open World 13.5%, Fantasy 7.3%
- #43 Cinderia
69% matchVery Positive88% of 4,774 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, magic cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.9%, Roguelite 29%, Roguelike 24.6%, Action 7.1%, Atmospheric 5.4%
- #44 Nyran Survivors
72% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.2%, Roguelike 23.9%, 3D 9%, Action 8.9%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #45 Runehaven
69% matchVery Positive91% of 117 reviews2026
Dev: Cikoria Studio
Windows
Runehaven is an atmospheric roguelike dungeon crawler with an immersive magic system where you craft your own spells. Explore a mysterious procedurally generated world.
Why similar: Perma Death 23%, Magic 18.9%, Roguelike 18.8%, Open World 14.3%, Exploration 9.9%
- #46 Spellbound Survivors
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 96 reviews2023
Dev: ToastedSquadStudios
Windows
Welcome to the mesmerizing world of Spellbound Survivors, a single-player action-roguelike game! Embark on an epic adventure, conquer maps, acquire mighty powers, and gear up for an ultimate showdown with the formidable Overlord Wizard. Your destiny unfolds in this captivating journey!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.9%, Exploration 15.9%, Magic 15.6%, Action 11.8%, Atmospheric 9.9%
- #47 GUILT: The Deathless
72% matchVery Positive82% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: Outer Brain Studios
Windows
Slash your way through dark, ever-changing lands in this new blend of roguelike and shared-world adventure. Create your adventurer and undertake a perilous journey where all players’ choices alter the twisted landscape. Will you beg for forgiveness?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.1%, Roguelike 15.3%, Perma Death 15%, Open World 13.1%, Roguelite 12.9%
- #48 The Bloodline
68% matchVery Positive83% of 3,934 reviews2023
Dev: Shieldbearer StudiosPub: 505 Pulse
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The Bloodline is a sandbox adventure RPG that lets you play your way. Reforge bonds between kingdoms, explore the wilds, craft and plan adventures and wield mighty weapons or magic as you prepare for what is to come…
Why similar: Swordplay 29.5%, Medieval 18%, Open World 11.7%, Combat 9.5%, Third Person 8.5%
- #49 In Celebration of Violence
71% matchVery Positive87% of 507 reviews2018
Dev: Julian Edison
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A fantasy action roguelike of exploration and murder. Live, kill, die, improve, live again.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.2%, Perma Death 18.9%, Roguelite 18.6%, Roguelike 15.4%, Medieval 12.6%
- #50 Vilde
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 103 reviews2025
Dev: Chaotic Minds
Windows
Fast-paced roguelite FPS inspired by Norse mythology. Explore ever-changing levels, fight dangerous enemies, and master powerful magic and weapons. Create unique builds each run by combining different abilities, weapons, and upgrades.
Why similar: Roguelite 30.5%, Roguelike 24%, Action Roguelike 17.1%, PvE 13.8%, Exploration 5.4%
- #51 The Bleakest Keep
66% matchVery Positive91% of 720 reviews2025
Dev: Cache of Bones
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 51%
The Bleakest Keep is a challenging action horror roguelike. Survive the horrors of the Keep, upgrade your gear, and earn ranks as you ascend the tower and save the world!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.6%, Medieval 18.7%, Roguelike 18.3%, Roguelite 15.9%, Third Person 9.1%
- #52 Dark and Darker
67% matchMixed65% of 85,247 reviews2024
Dev: IRONMACE
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 35.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.
Why similar: Medieval 30.6%, Swordplay 27.1%, Magic 13.2%, PvE 12.6%, Fantasy 9.7%
- #53 Enshrouded
66% matchVery Positive86% of 104,779 reviews2024
Dev: Keen Games GmbH
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 46.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You are Flameborn, last ember of hope of a dying race. Awaken, survive the terror of a corrupting fog, and reclaim the lost beauty of your kingdom. Venture into a vast world, vanquish punishing bosses, build grand halls and forge your path in this co-op survival action RPG for up to 16 players.
Why similar: Open World 43%, Exploration 14.1%, PvE 13.8%, Fantasy 13%, 3D 6.2%
- #54 Kromlech
67% matchMixed68% of 158 reviews2026
Dev: Perun Creative
Windows
Kromlech is an action-adventure RPG with rogue-lite elements, set in a dark fantasy world of swords and sorcery. Play as an adventurer whose quest for glory and gold takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself at the center of a world-ending calamity.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24%, Roguelite 20.3%, Open World 16.6%, Third Person 15.8%, Exploration 10.2%
- #55 Windbound
70% matchMixed59% of 1,175 reviews2020
Dev: 5 Lives StudiosPub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 62%
The Forbidden Islands are Calling, Unlock their Secrets. Shipwrecked on an island, explore, adapt and navigate the land and perilous seas to stay alive.
Why similar: Open World 26.6%, Roguelike 21.2%, Exploration 20.4%, Third Person 19.9%, Singleplayer 11.9%
- #56 Valheim
66% matchVery Positive94% of 540,690 reviews2021
Dev: Iron Gate ABPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 26.0 hrsMean: 78.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally-generated purgatory inspired by viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s patronage!
Why similar: Open World 36.5%, Third Person 18.5%, Exploration 17.3%, PvE 16.5%, Action 6.7%
- #57 FADE
70% matchMixed64% of 70 reviews2020
Dev: Knight by Night
Windows
FADE is a classic Third person Action RPG. Travel to the land of Baltane and stop a twisted cult from finishing a ancient and twisted ritual. Face powerful bosses, collect loot, and fight horrific beings. Solo developed.
Why similar: Swordplay 39.9%, Open World 23%, Third Person 16.8%, Medieval 11.4%, Action 5.3%
- #58 Fracturefront
65% matchVery Positive95% of 102 reviews2025
Dev: 梦行志远
Windows
Fracturefront is a fantasy-themed third-person 3D action Roguelike. Centered on random equipment, it delivers highly variable, deeply strategic, and thrilling combat through unique character skill synergies. From barren deserts to tech planets, every rift traversal is a life-or-death gamble.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.7%, Roguelite 24%, Third Person 11.8%, Exploration 10.8%, Fantasy 6.9%
- #59 Voidborn
65% matchVery Positive81% of 366 reviews2025
Dev: Xekvera
Windows
Slay demons and demigods in this fast-paced roguelite FPS. Create devastating weapon builds as you journey through massive dark fantasy environments on your quest to avenge god. Challenge the demigods, face inevitable death, and rise stronger with every rebirth.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.2%, Roguelite 28.8%, Perma Death 24.2%, Action 7.3%, Singleplayer 4.5%