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Games Like Rogue Lords

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include RPG, Turn-Based Combat, Strategy, Roguelike.

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A dark fantasy roguelike where you play as the Devil! Lead famous evil geniuses through events and turn-based fights to spread terror and corruption. Create synergies between your disciples, use your evil powers and take revenge on those miserable Demon Hunters.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 70% — of 1,848 reviews
Released: 2021-09-30
Developer: Leikir Studio
Publisher: Nacon
Genres: RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.2 hrs
Mean playtime: 6.2 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 86%

Overview

Rogue Lords stands out for its unique 'villain protagonist' perspective, blending gothic dark fantasy with deep turn-based tactical combat and roguelike party management. These recommendations prioritize games that capture that same sense of atmospheric dread, strategic team-building, and the satisfying power fantasy of commanding dark forces.

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  1. #1 Iratus: Lord of the Dead
    97% matchVery Positive86% of 8,142 reviews2020
    Dev: UnfrozenPub: Daedalic Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Roguelike 14.8%, RPG 12.2%, Gothic 11.9%

    Why You'll Like It: You play as a necromancer raising an army of undead, perfectly mirroring the villain-centric gameplay of Rogue Lords.

  2. #2 Darkest Dungeon®
    96% matchVery Positive92% of 158,223 reviews2016
    Dev: Red Hook Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 28.3%, Dark Fantasy 22.1%, Roguelike 16.1%, Gothic 11.3%, RPG 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This gothic masterpiece defines the dark fantasy turn-based roguelike genre with its punishing combat and stress management mechanics.

  3. #3 Othercide
    96% matchVery Positive82% of 5,143 reviews2020
    Dev: Lightbulb CrewPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    As Humanity’s last hope, lead your army to combat in an intricate dance of spectacular actions and counters, using an original Dynamic Timeline System, and face fearsome bosses in epic battles.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21.5%, Gothic 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.5%, Roguelite 13.7%, Roguelike 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Its striking monochrome art style and deep turn-based tactical combat provide a similar dark, atmospheric experience.

  4. #4 Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager
    95% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,651 reviews2021
    Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Legend of Keepers is the perfect mix between Dungeon Defender and Roguelite. You have been hired as a dungeon manager by the Dungeons Company. Your job is simple: protect their dungeons!

    Why similar: Gothic 25.7%, Turn-Based Combat 19%, Roguelike 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Roguelite 11.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the villain's perspective, tasking you with defending your dungeon from invading heroes using traps and monsters.

  5. #5 Lords of Ravage
    94% matchMixed70% of 141 reviews2025
    Dev: Synthetic DomainPub: 101XP
    Windows · Linux

    Become the Final Boss! Play any way you want, combine followers from different factions, and win spectacular turn-based battles. Expand your Empire of Darkness and seek a powerful artifact that can change the fate of the world.

    Why similar: Roguelike 37.8%, Dark Fantasy 35.1%, RPG 18%, Strategy 9.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG where you take on the role of a powerful boss fighting against heroes, directly echoing the core premise of Rogue Lords.

  6. #6 Darkest Dungeon® II
    94% matchMostly Positive75% of 25,172 reviews2023
    Dev: Red Hook Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 34.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Darkest Dungeon II is a roguelike road trip of the damned. Form a party, equip your stagecoach, and set off across the decaying landscape on a last gasp quest to avert the apocalypse. The greatest dangers you face, however, may come from within...

    Why similar: Gothic 20.8%, Dark Fantasy 17.9%, Roguelite 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Roguelike 11.4%

    Why You'll Like It: The sequel refines the roguelite journey with a stronger focus on party relationships and a grim, atmospheric road trip.

  7. #7 The Last Spell
    93% matchVery Positive92% of 12,839 reviews2023
    Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Roguelite 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based game that forces you to manage a small group of heroes against overwhelming dark forces.

  8. #8 Few Nights More
    92% matchVery Positive83% of 393 reviews2025
    Dev: Aeterna LudiPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows

    Few Nights More is a roguelike turn-based RPG based in a world where Vampire Lords seek to conquer lost territories and their place in the world. Design and defend your stronghold, slay your enemies with traps, fulfill your Lord’s true potential, slowly conquering what is rightfully yours.

    Why similar: Vampire 25.2%, Gothic 15.5%, Roguelike 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%, RPG 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A vampire-themed roguelike RPG that focuses on base building and turn-based tactical combat against hunters.

  9. #9 Tainted Grail: Conquest
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 8,124 reviews2021
    Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    A unique, infinitely replayable, story-driven hybrid between a deck-building Roguelike and an RPG game. Explore the ever-changing maps, fight with deadly enemies, and learn what happened to the cursed island of Avalon.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 31.5%, Roguelike 25%, Turn-Based Combat 17.7%, Roguelite 14.9%, RPG 10.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy roguelike deckbuilder that excels at world-building and challenging turn-based encounters.

  10. #10 Black Book
    91% matchVery Positive92% of 6,528 reviews2021
    Dev: MorteshkaPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    “Black Book” is a dark RPG Adventure, based on Slavic myths, in which you play as a young sorceress. Fight evil forces in card-based battles and explore the world, where humans live alongside mythological creatures.

    Why similar: Mythology 18.5%, Strategy RPG 17%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Roguelike 12%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric card-based RPG rooted in Slavic mythology that shares the gothic, supernatural tone of Rogue Lords.

  11. #11 Gordian Quest
    90% matchVery Positive89% of 5,923 reviews2022
    Dev: Mixed Realms Pte Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.6%, Roguelike 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, RPG 14.3%, Fantasy 9.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines classic RPG party management with card-based combat, offering a deep strategic experience similar to Rogue Lords.

  12. #12 Banners of Ruin
    89% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,181 reviews2021
    Dev: MonteBearoPub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Assemble your party. Answer the call. Win the war. Build a deck and fight a series of turn-based combats with up to 6 party characters through the city of Dawn's Point. Each character can unlock a set of unique cards and abilities that can augment your deck in powerful, exciting ways.

    Why similar: Roguelike 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 20.5%, Roguelite 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, RPG 10.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers deep party-based card combat that requires careful synergy management, similar to the disciple system in Rogue Lords.

  13. #13 Disciples: Liberation
    88% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,871 reviews2021
    Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Disciples: Liberation is a mature, dark fantasy strategy RPG with turn-based combat. Liberate the land of Nevendaar and uncover the endless stories hidden within this richly detailed world where every decision has a consequence, and every wrong move could be deadly.

    Why similar: Vampire 25.9%, Dark Fantasy 24.4%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, RPG 11.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A mature, dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes party building and strategic combat decisions.

  14. #14 Vambrace: Cold Soul
    89% matchMixed66% of 940 reviews2019
    Dev: Devespresso GamesPub: Headup
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 10.5 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Vambrace: Cold Soul is a story-driven roguelite set amidst a frozen landscape. Plan expeditions, then journey to the cursed city surface with your party. Wield unique powers, avoid traps, brave strange encounters, and survive deadly combat in this gothic fantasy adventure!

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 22.1%, RPG 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.2%, Roguelite 14.5%, Roguelike 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct gothic aesthetic and party-based exploration that feels right at home for fans of dark fantasy.

  15. #15 Deliverance & Reign
    87% matchVery Positive84% of 133 reviews2023
    Dev: One Up Plus
    Windows

    Join a gothic battle where Good confronts Evil using roguelike deckbuilding mechanics. Play as either side, invading Alaric's Castle, or as Alaric himself defending against the invading heroes!

    Why similar: Gothic 19.3%, Vampire 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Roguelite 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy card-battler that allows you to play as the forces of evil, directly aligning with the theme of Rogue Lords.

  16. #16 Griftlands
    86% matchVery Positive94% of 14,297 reviews2021
    Dev: Klei Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Griftlands is a deck-building roguelite where you negotiate, fight, steal or otherwise persuade others to get your way. Every decision is important, be it the jobs you take, the friends you make, or the cards you collect.

    Why similar: Roguelite 23.9%, Turn-Based Combat 23%, Roguelike 18.6%, RPG 12.3%, Hand-drawn 11.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven deckbuilder where combat and negotiation are equally important, set in a harsh, unforgiving world.

  17. #17 Ash of Gods: Redemption
    86% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,435 reviews2018
    Dev: AurumDust
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Ash of Gods: Redemption is a turn-based RPG that combines tactical combat, CCG elements, and a constantly evolving story in which no one is safe from death, including the main characters.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 23.7%, Strategy RPG 23.3%, Dark Fantasy 20.6%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, RPG 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark, narrative-heavy turn-based RPG where every choice and combat encounter carries significant weight.

  18. #18 Monster Train
    84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,754 reviews2020
    Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.

    Why similar: Roguelite 22.2%, Roguelike 21.4%, Turn-Based Combat 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, RPG 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: While more focused on deckbuilding, its theme of managing hellish forces against heaven's armies aligns well with the Devil's perspective.

  19. #19 Battle Brothers
    84% matchVery Positive88% of 27,117 reviews2017
    Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
    Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 93.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

    Why similar: RPG 45.6%, Fantasy 30.5%, Strategy 23.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A gritty, tactical mercenary simulator that captures the high-stakes, unforgiving nature of turn-based combat.

  20. #20 Deck of Ashes
    85% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,061 reviews2020
    Dev: AYGamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Deck of Ashes is an adventure game with tactical card combat. One character at a time, lead the cast of antiheroes on a quest for redemption. Explore the cursed fantasy world and hunt down powerful cards. Forge a unique Battle Deck, and crush your foes! Can you rid the world of the Ash Curse?

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Roguelite 16.3%, RPG 14.5%, Hand-drawn 10.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy roguelike deckbuilder that focuses on crafting and tactical combat in a grim, decaying world.

  21. #21 Sin Slayers: Reign of The 8th
    83% matchMixed70% of 83 reviews2024
    Dev: Goonswarm Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Seven Deadly Sins. Have you heard about the 8th? Delve into madness in Sin Slayers, a challenging RPG Roguelite where you decide how much sin to bear as you transform the world. Assemble a party of wicked adventurers, kill, and pillage to drive off a gluttonous nightmare in turn-based battles

    Why similar: Roguelike 17.3%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 13%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark, turn-based RPG that focuses on party management and exploration in a corrupted, gothic world.

  22. #22 The Iron Oath
    82% matchMostly Positive79% of 889 reviews2023
    Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 24.8%, Strategy RPG 23.9%, Roguelite 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, RPG 10.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based RPG with a dark, evolving world that emphasizes party management and strategic depth.

  23. #23 Revelatio
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 97 reviews2024
    Dev: Guild Studio
    Windows

    "Revelatio" is a turn-based strategy game that combines tile-based combat and elements of roguelike. Strategically summon and control units to claim victory. Stain the world with your darkness by corrupting various units, bosses and even NPCs.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 18%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Roguelike 13.1%, Roguelite 11.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy strategy RPG that emphasizes turn-based combat and tactical party positioning.

  24. #24 Inkulinati
    81% matchVery Positive86% of 1,133 reviews2024
    Dev: Yaza GamesPub: Daedalic Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Inkulinati is a turn-based strategy game straight from medieval manuscripts, where a rabbit’s bum can be deadlier than a dog's sword. Become a master of the Living Ink, build your own bestiary, defeat medieval superstars and collect perks to unleash hidden powers.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 18.6%, Roguelite 18%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Hand-drawn 13.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a unique medieval manuscript art style and turn-based tactical combat that rewards clever positioning and strategy.

  25. #25 SpellRogue
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 1,585 reviews2025
    Dev: Guidelight GamesPub: Ghost Ship Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    SpellRogue is the ultimate tactical turn-based roguelike! Draft from over 350 powerful spells to assemble the perfect combination and crush your enemies in 70+ unique encounters. Face brutal choices, adapt to impossible odds, and strike back at the horrors that destroyed the world.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.5%, Turn-Based Combat 19.7%, Roguelike 16%, Roguelite 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A dice-based roguelike deckbuilder that offers deep tactical choices and a challenging difficulty curve.

  26. #26 Tarnished Blood 🩸 [Tactic RPG]
    80% matchVery Positive90% of 98 reviews2024
    Dev: Juggler GamesPub: Galaktus
    Windows

    Tarnished Blood is a turn-based roguelite RPG with a unique time-bending battle mechanic. Hunt massive beasts, harvest their essence, and help a group of hunters survive in the brutal world beneath the Dome!

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 21%, Roguelike 15.8%, Action Roguelike 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Hand-drawn 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on dark themes and complex combat mechanics suitable for fans of the genre.

  27. #27 Nadir: A Grimdark Deckbuilder
    81% matchMixed63% of 329 reviews2023
    Dev: Black Eye Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Nadir is a roguelike deck-builder with a twist: the cost to play a card is an enemy reaction you can predict. Craft your own cards to slay powerful demons. Gather resources, expand your city, grow in power and conquer the underworld.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 18.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Roguelike 16.1%, Roguelite 14%, Hand-drawn 11.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A highly stylized, dark-themed roguelike deckbuilder that leans heavily into its hellish aesthetic.

  28. #28 Dark Fairy Tale
    79% matchMixed68% of 60 reviews2025
    Dev: Fun Workshop
    Windows

    《Dark Fairy Tale》 is a role-playing game blending light Rogue elements, deconstructing classic fairy tales into a shattered world of dark fantasy. Build powerful characters through weapons, talents, and runes. Gradually uncover the truth and save this world corrupted by evil thoughts!

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 18%, Gothic 14%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Roguelite 12.5%, Roguelike 12.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark, turn-based strategy game that reimagines classic fairy tales with a grim, roguelite twist.

  29. #29 Wildermyth
    78% matchVery Positive95% of 18,060 reviews2021
    Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.

    Why similar: Roguelite 25%, Hand-drawn 22.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.5%, RPG 13.7%, Fantasy 12.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a rich, character-driven RPG experience with tactical turn-based combat that feels personal and impactful.

  30. #30 Whispers of the Eyeless
    77% matchMostly Positive80% of 217 reviews2026
    Dev: VenrisPub: Anshar Publishing
    Windows

    Become a cult leader and unleash divine power in this dark fantasy strategy RPG. You are the villain - you command disciples, outwit enemies in combat, and shape the fate of the fallen city as you awaken the Dead Gods — Wrath, Desire, and Madness.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Roguelike 15.9%, Roguelite 12.8%

  31. #31 Night Swarm
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,104 reviews2025
    Dev: Fubu GamesPub: Mad Mushroom
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Claim your throne as Vampire Lord in this survivors-like. Each run is another step on your journey with new followers, quests and skills to unlock. The night is yours to conquer.

    Why similar: Vampire 20.9%, Gothic 18.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Action Roguelike 9.2%, Roguelike 9.1%

  32. #32 Few Nights More: Genesis
    77% matchMostly Positive79% of 276 reviews2023
    Dev: Aeterna LudiPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%

    The Few Nights More is a roguelike turn-based RPG based in a world where Vampire Lords seek to conquer lost territories and their place in the world. Design and defend your stronghold, slay your enemies with traps, and fulfill your Lord’s true potential, slowly conquering what is rightfully yours.

    Why similar: Gothic 14.8%, Vampire 12.4%, Roguelike 12.1%, Roguelite 10.8%, RPG 10.6%

  33. #33 Immortal Realms: Vampire Wars
    78% matchMixed62% of 585 reviews2020
    Dev: Palindrome InteractivePub: Kalypso Media
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Immortal Realms: Vampire Wars is an engaging strategy game set in a dark vampire world in turmoil, that combines empire management and turn-based combat with unique card-game elements.

    Why similar: Vampire 23.6%, Gothic 23.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that lets you command vampire lords, capturing the dark, supernatural power fantasy.

  34. #34 Necrosmith
    75% matchVery Positive86% of 5,302 reviews2022
    Dev: Alawar
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    A necromancer simulator. Assemble the dead using different body parts while upgrading your tower, combine the abilities of the different fantastic races to fight your way through the hordes of enemies and overrun the ’chosen ones’. To tell the truth, the dead are pretty, uhm, dumb.

    Why similar: Vampire 24.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Roguelike 12.2%, Roguelite 11.8%

  35. #35 Praise Dead
    75% matchMostly Positive74% of 121 reviews2023
    Dev: Intrepid Marmot
    Windows

    Praise Dead is a roguelike auto-battler where you create zombies from the parts of dead villagers and monsters. Use your zombies to defeat waves of demons, and to harvest resources to improve and upgrade your village.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 22.9%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Roguelike 16.9%, Roguelite 11.2%, RPG 10.4%

  36. #36 Wulin Chess
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 489 reviews2024
    Dev: LameCat StudioPub: East2west Games
    Windows

    Wulin Chess is a turn-based strategy game set in a captivating dark fantasy world. Employ diverse characters across various boards/battlefields, and devise strategic thinking for victory. Strengthen your heroes by collecting equipment and enhancing attributes to face the challenges that lie ahead.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Roguelike 11.1%, Roguelite 9.7%

  37. #37 Hellslave
    74% matchVery Positive85% of 3,129 reviews2022
    Dev: Ars GoetiaPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Hellslave is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler where you make a pact with the Devil to fight back a demon invasion. Customize your character with powerful demonic abilities, explore a cursed world, and battle nightmarish enemies to save humanity if you can resist the darkness.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 26.2%, Dark Fantasy 25.7%, Hand-drawn 15.6%, RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%

  38. #38 Hadean Tactics
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 1,857 reviews2023
    Dev: Emberfish Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Hadean Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding game fused with autobattler elements to create a unique strategy experience. Use your cards to influence the actions of your units and help your Hero defeat the Six Wings of Hell!

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Roguelike 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Roguelite 12.8%

  39. #39 Corpse Keeper
    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,387 reviews2024
    Dev: Melancholia StudioPub: Thermite Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Corpse Keeper is a very challenging action-strategy roguelite. You'll need to lead a squad of three corpses to explore the grim and dark medieval world within limited time, build a powerful army of the living dead, and finally kill the demon lurking in the deep end of the cathedral.

    Why similar: Gothic 31.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Roguelike 13.3%, Action Roguelike 12.3%, Roguelite 12.2%

  40. #40 Necroking
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 877 reviews2024
    Dev: KORO.GAMESPub: Alawar
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Necroking is a turn-based tactics roguelite with vast deckbuilding. You play as a Master of Necromancy. Build your skulls deck, raise skeletons and other scum to defeat settlements desecrated by life.

    Why similar: Vampire 24.3%, Roguelite 16.5%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Roguelike 15.4%, Supernatural 13.6%

  41. #41 Vambrace: Dungeon Monarch
    72% matchMostly Positive72% of 68 reviews2025
    Dev: Dvora Studio Co. Ltd.Pub: Headup
    Windows

    Deck-building, dungeon defense, and tactical gameplay combine in Dungeon Monarch! Recruit warriors and wizards, buff your heroes, and thrash your foes — summon your dungeon monarch to punish interlopers and defeat enemies to increase your dark powers!

    Why similar: Gothic 24.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Roguelite 12%, Hand-drawn 9.7%

  42. #42 Endgame of Devil
    71% matchVery Positive89% of 1,028 reviews2023
    Dev: MiniWhalePub: Anotherindie
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    As the Devil, command your minions to defeat the greedy adventurers! Build your team with over 240 minions and over 200 treasures, and discover various battle strategies. Enjoy the convenience of one-click auto battles!

    Why similar: Roguelike 22.5%, Roguelite 20.7%, Stylized 13.1%, RPG 11.9%, Magic 10.2%

  43. #43 Throne of Bone
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 328 reviews2025
    Dev: Windmill Slam
    Windows · Mac

    Draft minions to defeat all who oppose the noble art of necromancy. Wield spells, discover dark relics, and reclaim your castle to unite the land through undeath in this unholy amalgam of roguelike, deckbuilder, and autobattler.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.3%, Roguelike 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Hand-drawn 11.3%

  44. #44 Soul Wargame
    72% matchVery Positive84% of 134 reviews2023
    Dev: 趣品堂(Hardcore Studio)
    Windows

    This is a dark style strategy game that combines Wargame and Rogulike. Everyone received a mysterious invitation after destroying the conspiracy of the cult. You will lead a group of undead warriors on an adventure journey to defeat invincible enemies one by one.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 25.6%, Roguelike 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Roguelite 11.7%, RPG 9.9%

  45. #45 Dead Finger Dice
    70% matchVery Positive81% of 214 reviews2025
    Dev: Rocket Adrift GamesPub: Black Lantern Collective
    Windows · Linux

    Play a sinister game of poker dice against blood-thirsty demon billionaires who’ve trapped you on their mega yacht in this rogue-like dice builder.

    Why similar: Roguelike 31.5%, Roguelite 26.1%, Hand-drawn 21.2%, Fantasy 8.2%, 2D 7.9%

  46. #46 Dragon Chronicles: Black Tears
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 218 reviews2024
    Dev: Nyou
    Windows

    Dragon Chronicles: Black Tears is a strategic RPG where you use combinations of various heroes to clear dungeons. Train and utilize heroes to fight off those corrupted by the Black Tears and overcome difficult trials.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 24.6%, Dark Fantasy 20.6%, Roguelike 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%

  47. #47 Dark Lord
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 184 reviews2024
    Dev: Undead FoxPub: LTG Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Unleash your power in Dark Lord, a roguelike RPG filled with strategy, adventure, and sardonic wit. Rule your growing realm with an iron fist in Story Mode, dive deep into the legends created by other players, or forge your own in Community Stories Mode!

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30%, Roguelike 26%, Hand-drawn 20.3%, Fantasy 9.3%, 2D 7.6%

  48. #48 Runeborn
    68% matchVery Positive83% of 246 reviews2026
    Dev: iDream InteractivePub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows

    Runeborn is a dark fantasy roguelike that merges deckbuilding with a slot-machine-like mechanic. Forge your Runebook, crush enemies, and combine Trinkets of boundless power to destroy the forces of Malakar!

    Why similar: Roguelike 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Roguelite 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Stylized 8.3%

  49. #49 Tenebris: Terra Incognita
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 218 reviews2024
    Dev: Phantasmica Studios
    Windows

    A turn-based tactical RPG in which you will explore a harsh planet teeming with terrifying monsters. Experiment with talent builds for 23 heroes. Combine abilities with equipment and other characters. Assemble a squad and learn the secrets of the planet Tenebris!

    Why similar: Gothic 24.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Roguelike 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Hand-drawn 10.6%

  50. #50 Boneraiser Minions
    67% 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: Vampire 32.6%, Action Roguelike 16.1%, Roguelite 15.2%, Roguelike 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 12%

  51. #51 Decktamer
    66% matchVery Positive85% of 1,731 reviews2025
    Dev: Horizon EdgePub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Deck-building meets monster catching in this turn-based roguelike. Recruit enemy cards to your party as you dive into the depths of the abyss. Will you kill them or will you tame them?

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 38.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, Roguelike 9.8%, Strategy 6.8%

  52. #52 Halls of Torment
    65% 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: Gothic 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Roguelite 14.3%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Roguelike 13.4%

  53. #53 Break the Loop
    68% matchVery Positive85% of 86 reviews2024
    Dev: Mastodonte
    Windows

    Break the Loop is a turn-based Rogue-like RPG. Compose your team and create a timeline by selecting the events you'll go through. Each decision will bring you one step closer to the ultimate threat, but will you have accumulated enough power to stop the apocalypse?

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 17.4%, Roguelite 14.9%, Roguelike 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%

  54. #54 Dungeon No Dungeon
    71% matchMixed58% of 505 reviews2021
    Dev: 302 StudioPub: 302 GAMES INC
    Windows · Mac

    Dungeon No Dungeon is a turn-based roguelike game with a unique hand-drawn art style, with a strategy system based around body parts that you've likely never encountered before.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.2%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, Roguelite 17.2%, Roguelike 17.1%, RPG 9.3%

  55. #55 Ring of Pain
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 5,015 reviews2020
    Dev: Simon BoxerPub: Balor Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Enter the Ring of Pain, a roguelike card crawler where encounters come to you. Each step around the ring a dire decision. Go for the loot or backstab a creeping horror? Meet strange friends bearing gifts and treasure. Choose your gear wisely to survive and discover the secrets of the Ring of Pain.

    Why similar: Roguelite 23.5%, Roguelike 22.3%, Dark Fantasy 21.4%, Stylized 10.4%, RPG 9.9%

  56. #56 Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 4,424 reviews2023
    Dev: Little Leo GamesPub: Akupara Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Astrea is a DICE-deck-building roguelike that flips the script on deckbuilders by using dice instead of cards and a unique dual “damage” system: Purification vs Corruption. Build a dice pool strong enough to purify Astrea's out-of-control corruption and save the Star System.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19%, Roguelike 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Roguelite 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%

  57. #57 Deck of Souls
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 211 reviews2024
    Dev: Bigboot StudiosPub: HeroCraft PC
    Windows

    Roguelite deck-building meets souls-like. Break out of an infinite loop to close the hell gates, turn enemies into cards, and build your own omnipotent Deck of Souls! Rolls included.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.2%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Supernatural 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%

  58. #58 Brutal Orchestra
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,008 reviews2021
    Dev: Talia bob MairPub: Hellbent Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Brutal Orchestra is a Turn-Based Roguelike Strategy Game. You died, someone killed you. You are in Purgatory and you will never escape. Make a deal with the "demon" Bosch and set off into Purgatory finding ​all manner of demented friends and foes on your quest to get petty revenge.

    Why similar: Roguelike 26.1%, Roguelite 25.1%, RPG 14.9%, Cartoony 11%, Strategy 7.8%

  59. #59 Alder's Blood: Definitive Edition
    71% matchMixed62% of 257 reviews2020
    Dev: Shockwork GamesPub: No Gravity Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Alder's Blood is a tactical strategy game with stealth-based combat, RPG elements, crafting, resources gathering, and management, exploration, and a rich storyline. Set in a grim world, where mankind killed their God and is facing extinction.

    Why similar: Gothic 30.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, Roguelike 11.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%

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