- #1 Kingdom Two Crowns
97% matchVery Positive90% of 37,612 reviews2018
Dev: Stumpy🐙SquidPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Gather coins, build defenses and reclaim your fallen Kingdom. Explore and uncover secrets, unlock new technologies and protect your crown versus waves of Greed monsters that come at night. Kingdom is a solo or co-op micro-strategy and tower defense game set in an atmospheric pixel world.
Why similar: Base Building 29.6%, Building 26%, Fantasy 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Atmospheric 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features side-scrolling exploration and town-building mechanics that mirror the settlement management of the seed game.
- #2 Dig or Die
96% matchVery Positive90% of 4,268 reviews2018
Dev: Gaddy Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Crash land on a hostile planet where you'll have to build the strongest defenses if you wish to live to escape from it. But be warned... this planet is merciless. Build strong, and smart; else physics may flood or destroy your only hopes of survival.
Why similar: Base Building 28.9%, Building 24.3%, 2D 14%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, RPG 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines side-scrolling exploration with base-building and defense against increasingly difficult waves of enemies.
- #3 Dwarf Journey
96% matchVery Positive93% of 364 reviews2021
Dev: Orube Game Studio
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Dwarf Journey is an action roguelite platformer with randomly generated levels. Defeat enemies, level up, assemble your rune build and collect minerals to forge better equipment on an epic journey in search of immortality.
Why similar: Dwarf 86.8% ★, RPG 3.1%, Platformer 2.2%, 2D Platformer 2%, Adventure 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A focused action-RPG that captures the dwarven theme with challenging combat and platforming.
- #4 Below the Stone
95% matchVery Positive85% of 433 reviews2023
Dev: StrollartPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Below the Stone is an extraction roguelike about dwarves on the quest for the deepest depths. A place where each and every descent will lead to new adventures -- and where only the most determined dwarves with many lost lives will be rewarded by the hidden world lying below the stone.
Why similar: Dwarf 55.6% ★, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, Resource Management 8.5%, Action RPG 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the dwarven aesthetic with mining, exploration, and dungeon-crawling mechanics.
- #5 Aground
94% matchVery Positive94% of 1,965 reviews2020
Dev: Fancy Fish Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
As one of the last human survivors, you find yourself stranded on an uninhabited island. With a few other victims of the crash, can you craft, mine, and build your way to survival?
Why similar: Base Building 30.9%, Building 24.4%, RPG 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Exploration 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a deep progression system where you build up a settlement from scratch while exploring a side-scrolling world.
- #6 Planet Centauri
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,359 reviews2024
Dev: Permadeath
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Dive into an epic adventure alone or with friends! Explore hidden dungeons, capture and tame fearsome monsters, build and defend your village. Craft powerful weapons, master magical spells, and transform an planet into the cradle of a new civilization!
Why similar: Side Scroller 20%, Building 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, RPG 11.2%, Exploration 10%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling RPG that emphasizes crafting, building, and combat against diverse monsters.
- #7 Terraria
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,511,859 reviews2011
Dev: Re-Logic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 33.2 hrsMean: 149.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!
Why similar: Building 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, 2D 10.9%, Exploration 10.5%, Adventure 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive side-scrolling experience for players who enjoy exploration, building, and RPG-style character progression.
- #8 Chasm
93% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,617 reviews2018
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Side Scroller 18.3%, RPG 16.6%, Platformer 14.6%, Adventure 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action-adventure game that features procedural dungeon generation and tight combat.
- #9 Necesse
90% matchVery Positive93% of 26,780 reviews2025
Dev: Fair Games ApS
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Build, quest, and conquer across an infinite procedurally generated world. Play alone or with friends as you establish a settlement and explore deep dungeons, fight monsters and bosses, mine rare ores, craft magical equipment, recruit specialists for your colony, and more!
Why similar: Base Building 22%, Building 20.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, RPG 12.1%, Exploration 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Combines open-world survival, base-building, and RPG mechanics in a way that feels like a natural progression from settlement management.
- #10 Hammerwatch
91% matchVery Positive89% of 6,479 reviews2013
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 34.2%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, RPG 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Fantasy 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a classic dungeon-crawling experience with pixel graphics and strong action-RPG elements.
- #11 UnderMine
91% 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: Dungeon Crawler 42.2%, Pixel Graphics 20.8%, RPG 15.1%, Fantasy 6.1%, Adventure 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A polished action-roguelike that features mining, exploration, and RPG progression in a 2D space.
- #12 Starbound
89% matchVery Positive90% of 122,901 reviews2016
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 64.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
You’ve fled your home, only to find yourself lost in space with a damaged ship. Your only option is to beam down to the planet below, repair your ship and set off to explore the universe...
Why similar: Building 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, RPG 14.1%, Exploration 12.2%, Adventure 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Expands the side-scrolling exploration and base-building loop into a vast, multi-planetary RPG experience.
- #13 Core Keeper
87% matchVery Positive93% of 63,205 reviews2024
Dev: PugstormPub: Fireshine Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore a vast cavern of creatures, relics and resources in a mining sandbox adventure for 1-8 players. Mine, build, fight, craft and farm to unravel the mystery of the ancient Core.
Why similar: Base Building 27.6%, Building 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Exploration 10.3%, Atmospheric 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: While top-down, it excels at the exploration and base-building loop that fans of settlement management will appreciate.
- #14 Kingsgrave
89% matchMostly Positive80% of 598 reviews2024
Dev: Egg or Chicken GamesPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!
Why similar: Building 22.8%, Action RPG 18.1%, RPG 12.7%, Adventure 9.5%, Fantasy 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game that focuses on exploration and rebuilding a ruined kingdom.
- #15 Moonlighter
88% matchVery Positive82% of 21,581 reviews2018
Dev: Digital SunPub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.3%, Dungeon Crawler 20.4%, Action RPG 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, RPG 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Blends dungeon-crawling combat with shop management, offering a different but complementary take on settlement growth.
- #16 Kandria
86% matchVery Positive95% of 107 reviews2023
Dev: Shirakumo Games
Windows · Linux
Explore a ruined open world of caverns and settlements. Hack and slash your way through missions: patrol, repair, scavenge - choose your quests and dialogue. Or go fishing, forage mushrooms, and race the clock! The old world is gone - the future is up to you.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.8%, Action RPG 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Side Scroller 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a large open-world side-scrolling map with a focus on exploration and hack-and-slash combat.
- #17 Vagante
86% matchVery Positive89% of 4,986 reviews2018
Dev: Nuke Nine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Vagante is an action-packed platformer that features permanent death and procedurally generated levels. Play cooperatively with friends both locally and online, or adventure solo in this challenging roguelike-inspired game.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 31%, RPG 24.7%, Platformer 18.7%, Adventure 10.1%, 2D 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling dungeon crawler that emphasizes RPG character builds and challenging exploration.
- #18 Devious Dungeon 2
85% matchMostly Positive78% of 89 reviews2020
Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Devious Dungeon 2 is a medieval-focused action platformer with RPG-styled upgrades and procedurally generated levels. It is said that great adventures await behind the walls of this dark castle. A dark castle filled with dungeons, danger, and loot!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.2%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Dungeon Crawler 16.8%, Action RPG 12.7%, Platformer 8%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward side-scrolling dungeon crawler that focuses on loot and character upgrades.
- #19 Caveblazers
84% matchVery Positive85% of 4,486 reviews2017
Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.3%, Action RPG 19.4%, Platformer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Fantasy 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-roguelike that emphasizes exploration and combat in a side-scrolling environment.
- #20 Greedventory
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 264 reviews2023
Dev: Black Tower BasementPub: Nordcurrent Labs
Windows
Greedventory is a gorgeous pixel-art linear action RPG experience, where the only thing between you and an embarrassingly swift death is your mouse. Strike, parry, and cast powerful spells on your enemies, loot ancient treasures, explore a brutal realm, and become the hero you never wanted to be!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.3%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Action RPG 14.5%, Dark Humor 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11%
Why You'll Like It: A difficult action-adventure game with pixel graphics that emphasizes precise combat.
- #21 Heroes of Hammerwatch
83% matchVery Positive87% of 9,421 reviews2018
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 33.5%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, RPG 16%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Action RPG 6%
Why You'll Like It: Adds persistent progression and town-building elements to the classic dungeon-crawler formula.
- #22 Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising
82% matchVery Positive86% of 2,414 reviews2022
Dev: NatsumeAtariPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is an action RPG set in the same world as Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. Features town-upgrading mechanics, fast-paced combat. A prequel to the world of the Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.6%, Dungeon Crawler 20.3%, Side Scroller 15.1%, RPG 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features town-building elements and side-scrolling exploration.
- #23 Cedric & Odious
81% matchVery Positive93% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: Tameem HamouiPub: Cold And Old
Windows · Mac
Battle through a dark fantasy world as a resurrected warrior king. Once loyal friends, you now serve at the mercy of Odious, a brilliant but corrupt sorcerer. Master tactical combat and magical artifacts in this challenging action RPG.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.7%, Action RPG 17.7%, Dungeon Crawler 16.5%, RPG 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed action-RPG that captures the side-scrolling hack-and-slash feel.
- #24 Hammerwatch II
82% matchMixed62% of 2,198 reviews2023
Dev: CrackshellPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Gather your heroes and journey beyond the dungeons of Castle Hammerwatch to explore a pixelated world like never before. Aid King Roland’s resistance while helping villagers along the way. Battle beasts, finish off hordes of the undead, and face the forces of evil.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.9%, Dungeon Crawler 21.4%, Action RPG 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%, RPG 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Expands the scope of the original with a larger world and more traditional RPG questing.
- #25 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
76% matchVery Positive83% of 5,864 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.1%, Dungeon Crawler 21.7%, Action RPG 19%, RPG 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
- #26 Diabolic
79% matchVery Positive83% of 390 reviews2018
Dev: MyDreamForeverPub: Red twice potato
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The game is set in a dark pixel fantasy world. Destroy hordes of monsters ruling over what once was a prosperous land. 10 levels filled with various enemies await, you, each requiring a different approach to defeat. Like in any RPG, leveling up is the core element of the game
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.4%, Action RPG 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, RPG 12.1%, Atmospheric 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: An indie action-adventure game with pixel graphics and traditional RPG elements.
- #27 Buff Knight Advanced
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 67 reviews2015
Dev: Buff Studio Co.,Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Buff Knight Advanced is a 2D Pixel RPG where you’re constantly on the move. Kill the invading monsters with your sword or by timing your use of spells carefully! As you progress the game becomes more intense with stronger and uglier monsters!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.7%, Action RPG 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, RPG 12%, Hack and Slash 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A casual side-scrolling RPG that focuses on continuous combat and loot progression.
- #28 Shards of Azuria
80% matchMixed60% of 101 reviews2019
Dev: Blue Potion Games
Windows
Shards of Azuria is an isometric, craft and build RPG. Create a character and a new world, then start your adventure by waking up in town. You are greeted by the locals of Azuria and begin to find your way around.
Why similar: Building 18.9%, RPG 18.6%, Action RPG 16.9%, Adventure 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 12%
Why You'll Like It: An adventure RPG that includes crafting and building mechanics within a 2D world.
- #29 HammerHelm
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 384 reviews2021
Dev: SuperSixStudiosPub: SOEDESCO
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
HammerHelm is a unique blend of third-person adventuring and strategic town building. Create your dwarf character and build a flourishing town above ground. Complete quests, craft weapons and armor, defeat dangerous enemies and be the leader your townspeople need!
Why similar: Building 31.2%, Base Building 26.5%, Fantasy 15.4%, RPG 12.9%, Adventure 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A third-person perspective game that shares the dwarven theme and town-building focus of the seed game.
- #30 Indemon Tales
77% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Luzian
Windows · Mac · Linux
Earn the respect of a guild full of monsters and demons as a lone human by taking part in dangerous dungeon adventures and uncover secrets behind the mysterious demon kingdom of Tarborea.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.4%, Dungeon Crawler 19.7%, Action RPG 16.7%, RPG 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #31 Border Town
75% matchVery Positive81% of 299 reviews2025
Dev: GoHoGamesPub: 2P Games
Windows
Restore the former glory of Border Town in an open-world sandbox RPG set in a fantastical realm. Explore the world, craft tools and weapons, cultivate fields, and socialise with your neighbours while dealing with dark forces that threaten to destroy everything you have built.
Why similar: Building 33.2%, RPG 19.9%, Base Building 16.3%, Fantasy 11.2%, Adventure 11.1%
- #32 bit Dungeon II
78% matchVery Positive82% of 2,214 reviews2014
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 26.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
bitDungeon II is fast action-adventure game with a giant overworld to explore. You are a spirit in an undead world of demons. Your "loved one's " grave has been desecrated. Fight through these corrupted lands, and bring peace to her soul.
Why similar: RPG 27.4%, Dungeon Crawler 26.2%, Pixel Graphics 23.2%, Adventure 9.6%, Indie 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist action-RPG that focuses on dungeon exploration and loot-based character progression.
- #33 Adventurer Manager
79% matchMixed60% of 575 reviews2014
Dev: Vigilant Addiction StudiosPub: BBEW BBEW, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Reunite the kingdom of Adventuria and defeat the evil Illusionist Miraj by recruiting Adventurers to send on Adventures for epic loot and rewards in this RPG/Management Sim with tons of depth, randomization, and customization options!
Why similar: Dwarf 45.5% ★, RPG 30.4%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Indie 6.2%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the management aspect of RPG parties, which complements the settlement-building feel of the seed game.
- #34 Devious Dungeon
77% matchVery Positive83% of 408 reviews2019
Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.1%, Action RPG 16.7%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 10.7%, RPG 9.3%
- #35 IIslands of War
75% matchVery Positive84% of 137 reviews2024
Dev: jwiggs
Windows · Mac
IIslands of War is a 2D roguelike where you build floating islands out of blocks and modules. Travel through different realms to various locations to collect powerful items, shop for items, forge your items to become more powerful, and battle the Dark Order.
Why similar: Building 45.3%, Adventure 33.6%, Indie 21.1%
- #36 Kingdom Of Explorers
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 91 reviews2024
Dev: S.E.R.A. GAMES STUDIOPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Kingdom of EXPLORERS is an adventure RPG game for up to 2 players. Each player needs to explore, collect, manage shared resources to unlock new terrains, upgrade weapons to defeat the enemies, Bosses and save the Dwarves Hidden Island!
Why similar: Action RPG 32.9%, RPG 18.1%, Fantasy 16.4%, Exploration 13.7%, Atmospheric 10.3%
- #37 Dungreed
74% 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: Dungeon Crawler 31.2%, Pixel Graphics 24.5%, Side Scroller 10%, 2D 9.2%, Platformer 9.2%
- #38 Heroes of Umbra
76% matchVery Positive86% of 50 reviews2018
Dev: Alcuria Games
Windows
Discover a world of exciting adventures in Heroes of Umbra, a multiplayer side-scrolling action RPG. Conquer dungeons and test your platforming as you uncover the mysterious Archaleon Island.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.1%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action RPG 11.5%, Dungeon Crawler 10.2%
- #39 First Dwarf
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 353 reviews2024
Dev: Star Drifters
Windows
Pilot a dwarven mech and fly a dragon as you build and defend outposts across a shattered magical realm. Craft, explore, and survive the dangers of floating islands corrupted by the Taint in this action-packed survival RPG with base-building and co-op.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.2%, Base Building 25.3%, Building 23.2%, Action RPG 22.3%
- #40 Crashlands
73% matchVery Positive90% of 6,633 reviews2016
Dev: Butterscotch Shenanigans
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fight and tame alien beasts, craft resources into menacing weaponry, befriend the outlandish locals, and go toe-to-chin with a world-domineering maniac.
Why similar: Base Building 28.7%, Building 21.7%, RPG 16%, Exploration 11.8%, 2D 7.5%
- #41 Rise to Ruins
72% matchVery Positive88% of 7,737 reviews2019
Dev: Raymond DoerrPub: SixtyGig Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A brutal godlike village sim that melds the god game, management, and tower defense genres! Fight off hoards of monsters at night, and expand your village in the day time. Inspired by games like Black and White, Rimworld, and Dwarf Fortress but not quite like any of them.
Why similar: Base Building 44.6%, Pixel Graphics 22.8%, Resource Management 19.3%, 2D 5.9%, Indie 5%
- #42 Undungeon
73% matchMixed64% of 375 reviews2021
Dev: Laughing MachinesPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Undungeon is a gorgeous Action/RPG driven by intense real-time combat and an immensely rich science fiction story. Travel between dimensions and change the world around you in an attempt to reconstruct the shattered Multiverse.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.3%, Action RPG 20.4%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, RPG 8.1%
- #43 Hyper Light Drifter
71% matchVery Positive93% of 18,466 reviews2016
Dev: Heart Machine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 20.8%, Action RPG 10.4%, Atmospheric 9.9%, RPG 7.3%
- #44 Guild of Darksteel
72% matchMixed64% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Igor SandmanPub: Digerati
Windows
Guild of Darksteel is a story-driven adventure game set in a rich, dark fantasy world. As the immortal Sellsword, you must unearth an evil plot brewing beneath the city of Ravenrock. Only you can discover the true horror lurking under the city’s surface.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, RPG 12.2%, Platformer 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.6%
- #45 Philna Fantasy
69% matchMixed58% of 538 reviews2026
Dev: Sailike GamePub: Anotherindie
Windows
Philna Fantasy is a classic pixel action RPG where you explore diverse regions, battle through dungeons, solve puzzles, craft gear, and collect adorable pets. Choose your class, discover powerful loot, and fight back against the invading shadow.
Why similar: Action RPG 34.3%, Pixel Graphics 21.5%, RPG 20.8%, 2D 10.3%, Adventure 7.5%
- #46 Ruins Of Mitriom
70% matchVery Positive95% of 99 reviews2022
Dev: Pixel-Archipel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore the continent in search of Mitriom, ancient energy crystals to power the various improvements of your caravan (Skills, Bonus, Cannon on the caravan etc). Dynamically manage your resources to adapt your skills according to the situation.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 42.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Fantasy 13.5%, Exploration 10.9%, 2D 9.9%
- #47 Dwarrows
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 134 reviews2020
Dev: Lithic Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
A peaceful 3rd person adventure and town-building game. Gather, build, puzzle, explore, and quest in a beautifully handcrafted world.
Why similar: Base Building 51.1%, Fantasy 33.1%, Exploration 15.8%
- #48 Into the Necrovale
67% 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: Hack and Slash 29.3%, Dungeon Crawler 23.4%, Action RPG 19.7%, RPG 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #49 Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 593 reviews2015
Dev: The BitfatherPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Enter the world of PIXEL HEROES and prepare yourself for a thrilling RPG/Roguelike experience like you have never seen before!
Why similar: Dwarf 44% ★, RPG 22.1%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Adventure 7.5%, Indie 5.2%
- #50 FOUNTAINS
67% matchVery Positive84% of 443 reviews2024
Dev: John Pywell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.4%, Action RPG 23.7%, RPG 13.4%, Exploration 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #51 Tearscape
66% matchVery Positive93% of 250 reviews2026
Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
Windows · Mac · Linux
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Action RPG 27.3%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Exploration 13.9%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, 2D 10.2%
- #52 Pale Coins
65% matchVery Positive94% of 265 reviews2025
Dev: Lukas Irzl
Windows
Journey into the ruthless open world of Pale Coins, an old-school fantasy RPG. Face punishing bosses, goblin-infested dungeons, and discover legendary weapons as you customize your champion and fight across Grenmark for the fabled Champion's Coin.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26%, Action RPG 20.8%, RPG 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Fantasy 9.2%
- #53 Pocket Rogues
69% matchVery Positive89% of 562 reviews2018
Dev: EtherGaming
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Pocket Rogues is a dynamic 2D-Roguelike with elements of Action-RPG, played entirely in real time. Raid endless dungeons, upgrade your Guild’s Fortress, and develop your own heroes!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.2%, Action RPG 15.1%, RPG 15%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Fantasy 10.1%
- #54 Exiled Kingdoms
68% matchVery Positive90% of 1,099 reviews2018
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!
Why similar: RPG 28.8%, Dungeon Crawler 24.1%, Adventure 11%, Fantasy 9.6%, Action RPG 9.4%
- #55 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 260 reviews2017
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.9%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, RPG 8.6%
- #56 7th Domain:Tree of Chaos
66% matchVery Positive86% of 431 reviews2024
Dev: Lightimpact
Windows
"7th Domain" is a horizontal version action game derived from Roguelike Metroidvania combined with treasure grinding gameplay. You will play a child of destiny who repairs the world and finds the truth of the broken world. You will grow in battle and challenge the unknown and hidden forces.
Why similar: RPG 37.1%, Hack and Slash 31.4%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Adventure 5.6%, Indie 3.8%
- #57 Eastern Exorcist
67% matchVery Positive84% of 6,714 reviews2021
Dev: Wildfire Game(无锡野火数字科技有限公司)
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.1%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Action RPG 14.3%, RPG 12.1%, Platformer 8.1%
- #58 Brinefall
69% matchMixed42% of 99 reviews2023
Dev: Qwerty StudioPub: Gamera Interactive
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in Brinefall, where you'll gather resources and construct your own village while exploring a vast open-world filled with secrets and mysteries. Battle fierce enemies and collect valuable loot in this unique blend of sandbox and RPG gameplay.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.1%, Base Building 18.5%, Action RPG 14.3%, Building 14.2%, RPG 8.1%
- #59 Magicite
68% matchVery Positive85% of 7,589 reviews2014
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Explore, craft, and survive in this Multiplayer RPG Platformer with permanent death! Featuring many Rogue-like elements, Magicite randomly generates each underground dungeon for you and your friends to delve deep into.
Why similar: RPG 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 21.1%, Platformer 18.2%, 2D 10.7%, Side Scroller 9.5%
- #60 Herolike
70% matchMixed61% of 61 reviews2016
Dev: Games HutPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
With classic ARPG-inspired combat, this hack n' slash roguelike RPG puts you in the shoes of a powerful hero on the rise. Make your own creative decisions in epic battle encounters, ponder moral choices, acquire fantastical items, and even customize your own town.
Why similar: Dwarf 70.7% ★, RPG 23%, Indie 6.3%