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Riptale is a challenging 2D roguelike action game aiming to make sword combat be as bloody and impactful as possible. The player collects gems that allow them to execute different attacks in the order of their choosing. All this results in a symphony of combos that fill the screen with blood and…

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Riptale is a challenging 2D roguelike action game aiming to make sword combat be as bloody and impactful as possible. The player collects gems that allow them to execute different attacks in the order of their choosing. All this results in a symphony of combos that fill the screen with blood and guts.

Reviews: Very Positive — 87% — of 111 reviews
Released: 2017-04-27
Developer: Super God
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 2.8 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.4 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 82%

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    Why similar: Action Roguelike 56.2%, Roguelite 17%, Action 14.8%, Indie 12%

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    92% matchVery Positive88% of 189 reviews2019
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    Windows

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    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,556 reviews2016
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    73% matchVery Positive84% of 80 reviews2016
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    70% matchVery Positive85% of 4,486 reviews2017
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    69% matchVery Positive86% of 341 reviews2020
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    Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 53.3%, Roguelite 14.5%, Action 12.9%, Indie 10.6%, 2D 5.1%

  57. #57 Unto The End
    68% matchMostly Positive76% of 470 reviews2020
    Dev: 2 Ton StudiosPub: Stephen & Sara
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Master tactical sword fighting combat, or discover ways to avoid bloodshed. A journey that trusts you from beginning to end.

    Why similar: Adventure 37.8%, Action 37.5%, Indie 16.9%, 2D 7.8%

  58. #58 Cryptical Path
    65% matchVery Positive88% of 164 reviews2025
    Dev: Old Skull Games
    Windows

    Cryptical Path is an action rogue-lite that pushes the boundaries of the genre. Play the Architect, build your own rooms, and tame an ever-changing labyrinth you've been summoned in.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 70%, Roguelite 15%, Action 9.5%, Indie 5.5%

  59. #59 BUTCHER
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 1,363 reviews2016
    Dev: Phobia Game StudioPub: Crunching Koalas
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    BUTCHER is a fast-paced, blood-soaked 2D shooter where carnage is the only way forward. Become a ruthless cyborg tasked with eradicating humanity, leaving nothing but blood, guts, and destruction in your wake. There's no such thing as too much violence in this grim, retro-styled gorefest.

    Why similar: Action 31.5%, Great Soundtrack 24.2%, Indie 19.9%, 2D 13.7%, Adventure 10.7%

  60. #60 Blade of the Netherworld
    66% matchMostly Positive78% of 155 reviews2024
    Dev: DuDu Games
    Windows

    Blade of the Netherworld is a fast-paced 2D Roguelite platformer. Don divine masks as a Yin-Yang Enforcer, slashing through the underworld to defeat gods, demons, and spirits. Combine a variety of items, master combat skills, and create limitless, high-speed carnage with a free-form action system.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 48.8%, Roguelite 17.6%, Action 10.8%, Adventure 8.3%, Indie 8.1%

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