Games Like Rotwood

Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 13.1%, Hack and Slash 12%, Roguelite 10.9%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Co-op 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the exact same blend of fast-paced, top-down action and cooperative roguelite progression found in Rotwood.

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 17.9%, Co-op 17%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Roguelite 11.9%, Online Co-Op 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly polished cooperative roguelite experience with distinct character classes and challenging combat encounters.

"Lost Castle 2" is a 2D Beat'em up Rogue-Lite game. Explore abundant treasures and items to enhance yourself, master various weapons to showcase your skills, and challenge powerful monsters to demonstrate your strength. A new adventure is calling for treasure hunters!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 17.5%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, Roguelite 11.5%, Roguelike 11.4%, Online Co-Op 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: As a direct successor in the genre, it provides the same side-scrolling beat-'em-up combat and dungeon-crawling loop.

Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 13.7%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Roguelike 11%, Roguelite 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: It features a strong emphasis on cooperative play and character-driven progression within a beautifully crafted dungeon-crawling world.

Dash, dive and defy the Vortex. A lightning-fast, 1-3 player co-op roguelite from the crafters of Dead Cells, where every run is a leap into chaos. Absorb the powers of fallen warriors, rebuild their weapons, and WIPE THE FLOOR with anything that gets in the way of a perfect run.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.9%, Roguelite 17.4%, Online Co-Op 14.9%, PvE 13.7%, Roguelike 13.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers incredibly fluid, high-speed combat that mirrors the intensity of Rotwood's boss battles.

Bravery and Greed is a beat 'em up, roguelite, dungeon brawler for up to four players. Choose from four classic fantasy classes, engage in a deep robust combat system, and play a variety of co-operative and competitive game modes with friends via local, online or both. Get rich, or die trying!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.9%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Dungeon Crawler 10.2%, Roguelite 10.2%, Roguelike 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic beat-'em-up roguelite that captures the same multiplayer energy and loot-driven gameplay.

Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.9%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Co-op 11.2%, Online Co-Op 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for cooperative beat-'em-up action, offering the same chaotic fun and team-based combat dynamics.

From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.5%, Co-op 19.4%, Local Co-Op 19%, Online Co-Op 9.2%, RPG 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fantastic team-based action game that requires coordination and skill, much like the cooperative focus of Rotwood.

Rogue Heroes is a topdown, roguelite adventure game inspired by the Zelda franchise. Play solo or team up with your friends to combat procedurally generated dungeons and take down the evil Titans that threaten to overwhelm the land of Tasos!

Why similar: Co-op 16.6%, Roguelite 14.7%, Roguelike 14%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Online Co-Op 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It combines classic dungeon-crawling exploration with cooperative play and satisfying character progression.

Blightbound is a multiplayer dungeon crawler that tasks three heroes to venture down from their mountain refuge to face the abominations of the Blight - a mysterious and corrupting fog that enshrouds the land.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.7%, Co-op 14.1%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, RPG 10.1%, Multiplayer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A class-based cooperative dungeon crawler that relies on team synergy to overcome difficult bosses.

Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 16.5%, Local Co-Op 14.9%, Action Roguelike 11.1%, Roguelike 10.8%, Hack and Slash 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on fast-paced, skill-based combat and build-crafting that will appeal to fans of Rotwood's action.

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.2%, Roguelite 20.6%, Roguelike 19.4%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, 2D 6%

Why You'll Like It: While single-player focused, its combat fluidity and 2D action-roguelite mechanics are the gold standard for the genre.

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: Roguelite 19.9%, Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Co-op 14.5%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Online Co-Op 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel adds a layer of persistent progression and town-building that complements its core dungeon-crawling loop.

Shape of Dreams delivers fast-paced, dreamlike action in a vivid roguelite world. Dive into ever-changing realms with tight controls, fluid combat, and high-stakes battles. Whether playing solo or with up to three friends, each run is a thrilling test of reflexes and strategy.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.6%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Roguelite 13.8%, PvE 11.3%, Action Roguelike 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that leans heavily into the hack-and-slash mechanics and cooperative dungeon-crawling experience.

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 24.7%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Co-op 12.8%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Online Co-Op 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic cooperative dungeon crawler that emphasizes teamwork and clearing rooms of hordes of enemies.

Lost Castle is an action RPG beat'em up with roguelike elements and randomized dungeons for up to four players online and local!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.5%, Dungeon Crawler 13.6%, Hack and Slash 13%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%, Roguelite 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: The original game that established the formula of side-scrolling, loot-heavy dungeon crawling with co-op support.

Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.4%, Co-op 12.2%, Local Co-Op 10.4%, Roguelike 10%, Action Roguelike 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fun, cooperative beat-'em-up roguelite that focuses on random loot and chaotic combat encounters.

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 22.7%, Roguelite 21.4%, Roguelike 20.7%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Action 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This 2D action-roguelite offers deep combat mechanics and a variety of playstyles similar to choosing different weapons in Rotwood.

SWORN is a 1-4 player co-op action rogue-like. Explore and reclaim a fallen Camelot from the reign of a corrupted Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, Roguelite 14.4%, Co-op 12.7%, Roguelike 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish action-roguelite that emphasizes cooperative play and fast-paced hack-and-slash combat.

Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.8%, Roguelite 18.7%, Roguelike 18.1%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, 2D 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features tight, responsive 2D combat and a challenging roguelite structure that rewards mastery of movement.

Hack and slash rogue lite. Take on the role of an adventurer of various classes, fight through random-generated dungeons and make a fortune! Support multiplayer online co-op up to 8 players or play it solo offline.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.1%, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Roguelite 11.9%, Online Co-Op 10.7%, Roguelike 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the core loop of clearing dungeons and upgrading gear with friends.

Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.9%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%, Roguelite 9.6%, Roguelike 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling beat-'em-up that offers a cooperative campaign and roguelite elements.

Ship of Fools is a seafaring cooperative roguelite. Set sail, man the cannons and battle sea monsters through the tempestuous seas of the Archipelago. Are you fool enough to stop the Aquapocalypse?

Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.6%, Co-op 16.5%, Roguelite 15.1%, Roguelike 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 10%

Why You'll Like It: While nautical-themed, it shares the cooperative roguelite DNA and the need for tight team coordination.

Action roguelike for 1-4 players with cute graphics and deep game mechanics. Combine dozens of different weapons, magic items, potions and spells with unique effects to beat 8 enemy factions and 28 bosses. Can you find the ancient goblin artifact at the end of the dungeon?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 16.9%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Hack and Slash 10%, Local Co-Op 8.8%, Online Co-Op 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative roguelite dungeon crawler that features a wide variety of items and weapons to discover.

Survivors-like with ONLINE CO-OP for 1-4 players. Team up with your wizard friends to slay hordes of dark creatures. Complete team-based objectives, unlock new upgrades and create overpowered spell synergies. Friend nor foe is safe in this friendly fire bullet hell!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 20.8%, Roguelite 19.6%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Co-op 15.6%, Roguelike 14.4%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative action-roguelite that focuses on surviving waves of enemies with unique character builds.

Nine Parchments is a co-operative blast'em up game of magic mayhem from Frozenbyte, creators of the Trine series!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.6%, Co-op 22.3%, Online Co-Op 20.6%, Multiplayer 8.5%, RPG 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This cooperative action game focuses on chaotic spellcasting and teamwork, perfect for fans of co-op dungeon romps.

The River City Girls are back! Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki - joined by newcomers Marian and Provie - hit the streets for an all-new beat-'em-up adventure! Team up for local or online co-op and explore a massive world packed with new abilities, enemies, locations, and more!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 62.9%, RPG 14.3%, 2D 7.8%, Action 7.7%, Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A polished beat-'em-up that captures the satisfying combat and cooperative spirit of the genre.

Fight as the outcast heroes of Talamh in a fierce battle to retake magic from Sun King Azra’s grasp in Absolum, an original roguelite beat ‘em up by Dotemu.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27%, Local Co-Op 16.5%, Roguelite 13.3%, Fighting 10.8% ★, Hack and Slash 9.2%

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: Roguelite 22.6%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Roguelike 13.2%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Online Co-Op 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D roguelite that emphasizes exploration and careful combat in a dark, dungeon-crawling setting.

Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.5%, Fighting 14.6% ★, Local Multiplayer 9.5%, Local Co-Op 8.7%, Online Co-Op 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: While not a roguelite, it is the definitive modern beat-'em-up, offering the same satisfying physical combat feel.

Wild Woods is a couch co-op game full of action, teamwork and woodland critters. One to four players take on the role of brave little cats defending their wooden wagon on its way through a dangerous forest. Clever cooperation is key - their way is full of obstacles!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.2%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Co-op 15%, Online Co-Op 13%, Action Roguelike 11.1%

Adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! Will you become a hero of legend?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.6%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, PvE 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawler that emphasizes PvE combat and loot progression in a classic fantasy setting.

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: Dungeon Crawler 21.1%, Hack and Slash 18%, Roguelite 13.7%, Roguelike 13.5%, Action Roguelike 11%

TMNT Splintered Fate - Unleash the Turtles in a roguelike quest to rescue Splinter from the Foot Clan! Master ninja skills, unite in bodacious co-op gameplay, and conquer iconic NYC locales.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 14.1%, Dungeon Crawler 10.7%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Fighting 10.4% ★, Local Co-Op 10.4%

RABBIT & STEEL is a co-op action roguelike that recreates the essence of high-level MMO raiding in a randomized, simplified, bunny-sized package. Choose your class, gather your rabbit-eared companions and battle your way to the Moonlit Pinnacle!

Why similar: Co-op 24.8%, Roguelike 18.8%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Local Co-Op 14.3%, PvE 9.3%

Embody a water spirit and fight through a corrupted world in this action co-op roguelite for 1-2 players. Take on hordes of enemies and terrifying bosses, summon Guardians, and become stronger with every run.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.3%, Dungeon Crawler 14.6%, Roguelite 12.9%, Online Co-Op 10.5%, Action Roguelike 9.7%

Unleash chaos in an electrifying 1-4 player co-op where survival and action-roguelite collide! Battle through relentless enemy hordes with a powerful mix of melee and ranged combat, navigating varied and dynamic environments.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.9%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Roguelite 12.8%, Co-op 11.3%, Roguelike 11.1%

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 25.4%, Dungeon Crawler 25.1%, Co-op 16.2%, Online Co-Op 14.5%, RPG 7.5%

Rogues Like Us is a hack n' slash rogue-lite unlike any other! Stand against a resurging threat by yourself or with a friend in local co-op. Collect weapons, armor, enchantments, and more by exploring dangerous locales and defeating powerful bosses! Stop the constructs, save the town.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.9%, Action Roguelike 21.8%, Roguelite 17.5%, Roguelike 13.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.4%

Gatekeeper is a fast-paced rogue-like. Go on a quest to chase down Chaos and reclaim the stolen Heart of Time, fighting your way through relentless enemy forces. Play solo or in 4-player co-op and become the next Gatekeeper!

Why similar: Co-op 23.7%, Roguelike 15.2%, Roguelite 14.2%, Online Co-Op 12%, Action Roguelike 10.9%

Explore the enigmatic Tor Eternum with up to 10 friends in this frenetic online co-op action RPG. Customize your character as you level up, explore the halls of the Tower, and overcome billions of different procedurally generated bosses.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.2%, Dungeon Crawler 15.7%, Roguelite 12.1%, Co-op 10.7%, Roguelike 10.2%

A fast-paced co-op dungeon crawler for up to four players! 🏛️ Fight enemies and collect loot through 16 floors of caves, sewers, dungeons and hell to rescue an ancient wizard and regain your humanity.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Local Co-Op 16.9%, Roguelite 11.1%, Roguelike 10.3%

Portal Dungeon is a side-scrolling Roguelite adventure game that supports up to 4 players in co-op mode. You control an adventurer as you and your friends bravely set out to find the last portal in this world. Go forth! Defeat powerful enemies! Save the world!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20%, Roguelite 16.4%, Roguelike 13.4%, PvE 12.3%, Action Roguelike 11.8%

In Machina Blade what matters the most is your skill. Choose a character and fight your way through hordes of Machinas in this short game with up to four players on local co-op.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.5%, Hack and Slash 19.3%, Local Co-Op 18.9%, Action Roguelike 10.7%, Roguelike 8.3%

DARKSBURG is a co-op roguelite in which you must escape a procedurally generated medieval city overwhelmed by undead forces. Fight alongside up to 3 friends, overcome the revenants and get out while you can...

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.8%, Roguelike 18.7%, Co-op 17.9%, PvE 14.8%, Action Roguelike 13.1%

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.7%, Hack and Slash 19%, Co-op 17.7%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Multiplayer 7.5%

Roboquest is a fast FPS Roguelite in a scorched futureworld. You're a rebooted Guardian, ready to kick some metal ass! Fight with your buddy or by yourself and annihilate hordes of deadly bots in ever-changing environments.

Why similar: Roguelite 23.3%, Co-op 18.9%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Online Co-Op 17.7%, Roguelike 11%

Tunche is a charming hand-drawn action game with roguelike elements. Team up with your friends or play solo. Choose from 5 unique characters and restore peace in the Amazon rainforest!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.4%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, Beat 'em up 14.6%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Roguelike 9.8%

Your life begins anew in front of an imposing mountain... Climb and explore it with a wide cast of characters in this dungeon crawler RPG with up to four player Co-op.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.4%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Roguelite 11.5%, Online Co-Op 10%, Roguelike 9.6%

Dungeon Survivors is a top-down fantasy roguelite where you can use your class abilities to fight off a horde of fantasy monsters. Choose from a variety of abilities and items to create unique builds and survive with 1-4 players.

Why similar: Roguelite 16.9%, Online Co-Op 15.8%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Co-op 13.2%, PvE 11.6%

Join the rebellion against the evil cooperation Blackveil in this action-packed roguelite for 1-3 players. Select your MOBA-like champion, collect RPG-style loot and infiltrate Blackveil’s massive factory. Wreak havoc, and smuggle out loot to get INSANELY powerful!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, Roguelite 15.6%, Online Co-Op 12.7%, Roguelike 12.2%, Action Roguelike 11.3%

Infected Shelter is an ultra-violent rogue-lite post-apocalyptic beat'em up. Singleplayer and co-op for up to four players.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.7%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, Roguelite 10%

Deep Dark Dungeon is a rogue-lite action game in which the player dives into the deep, dark depths of various dungeons filled with bad-tempered monsters that will attack them on sight.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.9%, Roguelite 14.6%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Action Roguelike 11.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.5%

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: Roguelite 22.7%, Dungeon Crawler 21.3%, Roguelike 20.2%, Action Roguelike 19.1%, Action 4.9%

Embark on an online co-op Survival Roguelite adventure. Team up with friends, slash through endless waves of foes, conquer formidable bosses, fulfill quests, craft potent weapons, and unlock unique characters!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.4%, Roguelite 16.6%, Online Co-Op 14.6%, Roguelike 14.2%, Action Roguelike 12.3%

A roguelite action platformer in a vibrant glitch-ridden world. Amass a huge arsenal from over 150 weapon options and face hordes of enemies and tough boss fights. Jump into multiplayer (up to 4 player co-op online or local) to collect, unlock, and upgrade for endless replayability.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 15.7%, Roguelite 12.6%, Online Co-Op 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%, Roguelike 10.3%

Wizard with a Gun is an online sandbox survival game for 1 - 4 players set in a magical wilderness wrought with dangerous creatures and arcane mysteries. Embark on a journey alone or with a friend to collect, craft, and outfit your wizard however you see fit as you explore the unknown.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.2%, Hack and Slash 24.2%, Roguelite 17.2%, Roguelike 16.4%, Multiplayer 6.6%

Brigands is a “top-down hack and slash / beat 'em up adventure” game set in a medieval fantasy world. A local co-op game for casual gamers who like high intensity challenges for short periods of time. You can play from 1 to 4 players on a single computer.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Beat 'em up 15.6%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Co-op 8.9%

Battle your way to victory in this 1-4 player co-op hack-n-slash dungeon crawler. Play as a dynamic cast of heroes slicing their way through dungeons, earning weapons and loot. Rampage past a gauntlet of enemies and destruction to end the evil Lord Dinglepus' reign!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.8%, Hack and Slash 21.3%, Co-op 13.6%, Online Co-Op 13%, PvE 11.7%