Games Like Runers

Tiny Rogues is a challenging fantasy rogue-lite bullet-hell dungeon crawler with rpg elements. Build a new unique character each run and fight one monster-infested room after another! Discover unique weapons, collect magical items and level up to become more and more powerful!

Why similar: Roguelite 44.2%, RPG 28.4%, Roguelike 21.8%, Indie 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished top-down action roguelite that captures the dungeon-crawling intensity and character-building depth of Runers.

Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.

Why similar: Roguelite 52.4%, Roguelike 25.4%, Magic 22.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on creating synergistic spell builds, mirroring the rune-combination mechanic found in the seed game.

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: Magic 29.8%, Roguelite 29.7%, Roguelike 20.8%, RPG 11.8%, Indie 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game is the gold standard for fast-paced, spell-based action roguelites with a massive library of customizable magical abilities.

Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.

Why similar: Roguelite 33.1%, RPG 27.2%, Roguelike 26.7%, Indie 13%

Why You'll Like It: Like Runers, this game features an incredibly deep spell-crafting system where you combine components to create unique magical effects.

Ever wanted to shoot poisonous lightning lasers? Freezing fireballs? Turrets that fire waves of miniature suns? How about lasers that shoot exploding black holes that suck out your enemies' life force? You can do that all in Magicmaker, the spellcrafting-focused platformer dungeon-crawler!

Why similar: Magic 42.9%, RPG 42.1%, Indie 15%

Why You'll Like It: This title shares the core appeal of Runers by allowing players to craft their own spells from a variety of magical components.

A classical science fiction point and click adventure which takes you into a deep story and murky atmosphere, while solving logical puzzles. Accompany Tessa Carter and her talking robot as she finds out about herself and searches for a way to survive.

Why similar: Indie 100%

Why You'll Like It: A tight, top-down shooter that focuses on dungeon exploration and intense boss encounters with a similar retro aesthetic.

Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with powerful weapons and items. Battle back the hordes of evil. Rescue villagers to improve your town and increase your power for your next trek into the dungeon.

Why similar: Roguelite 37.4%, RPG 31.7%, Roguelike 19.6%, Indie 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down dungeon crawler that emphasizes magic-based combat and roguelike progression.

SYNTHETIK is an unforgiving tactical shooter rogue-lite where freedom and experimentation is key. Fight in a world overrun by the Machine Legion and their Gods. Experience the next level in gun-play and dive into unparalleled build options and Android upgrades. Can you defeat the Heart of Armageddon?

Why similar: Roguelite 67.8%, Indie 18.6%, Roguelike 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep weapon and ability customization within a fast-paced, top-down shooter framework that rewards tactical experimentation.

Runestone Keeper is a roguelike dungeon crawler that blends classic RPG elements and turn based strategy. Heroes, monsters, equipment, events, magic and skills, traps and devices, shrines and altars, Goddesses and merchants. Choose your weapon and begin an epic adventure!

Why similar: RPG 40.2%, Roguelite 24%, Roguelike 22.7%, Indie 13%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the thematic focus on runes and dungeon crawling while offering a more strategic approach to the roguelike genre.

Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.

Why similar: Roguelite 53.6%, RPG 25.3%, Roguelike 21.1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that leans heavily into massive spell effects and character progression through skill selection.

Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.

Why similar: Roguelike 50.1%, Roguelite 33.9%, Indie 16.1%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive top-down dungeon shooter, providing the same sense of exploration and frantic combat found in Runers.

Dungeon Souls is an action-adventure roguelike dungeon crawler which draws heavy inspiration from Nuclear Throne, Risk of Rain, and Overture. Explore vast procedurally generated dungeons, collect loot, and slay hordes of challenging enemies!

Why similar: RPG 39.7%, Roguelite 31.1%, Roguelike 18%, Indie 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down dungeon crawler that captures the classic feel of exploring labyrinthine environments with diverse magical abilities.

A mini topdown action roguelike with chaotic spell-slinging hack-n-slash combat. Collect spells, choose perks and discover powerful synergies to become an unstoppable monster-slaying wizard.

Why similar: Roguelite 44%, Magic 29.9%, Roguelike 18.3%, Indie 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A focused action-roguelite that emphasizes magic-based combat and character development.

Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?

Why similar: Roguelite 37.2%, Roguelike 35.3%, Indie 15.1%, RPG 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, top-down shooter that captures the chaotic energy and difficulty of navigating dangerous dungeon floors.

Venture into an old, magical ruin to seek an ancient power in this highly replayable roguelike twin-stick shooter. Optimise spells and build ultimate combos to defeat twisted monstrosities and delve deeper into the Lone Ruin.

Why similar: Magic 52.5%, Roguelike 47.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, spell-casting arena shooter that focuses on quick, intense combat encounters.

Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.

Why similar: Roguelite 42.7%, RPG 32.4%, Roguelike 15.7%, Magic 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that blends RPG elements with spell-heavy combat, perfect for those who enjoy character-building in dungeons.

Take up your weapon in this RPG bullet-hell world and embark on a journey to right wrongs from long ago. Only you can defeat the evil forces of the Undying guardians and reunite the world with the fabled Archvale.

Why similar: RPG 70.3%, Roguelike 17.8%, Indie 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines bullet-hell combat with a crafting system that allows players to build their own gear and magical loadouts.

Use your elemental powers to defeat terrifying monsters, while slowly becoming a godlike magician. Packed with challenging events, deep ARPG-like systems and a hardcore difficulty! 18+ classes, 25+ spells, 300+ unlocks, 140+ upgrades, over 50 random events and much more!

Why similar: Roguelite 34.4%, Magic 24.5%, RPG 24.4%, Roguelike 16.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a fusion-based magic system that rewards players for combining abilities in a top-down environment.

Repetendium is a top-down roguelike-lite shooter. Select from a rowdy group of characters to play as and wield an ever expanding variety of gear and items to conquer the underworld. Death awaits...

Why similar: Roguelite 67.1%, Roguelike 32.9%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, top-down shooter roguelite that emphasizes survival and constant ability upgrades.

Based on traditional rogue-likes, Dredgers is a real-time dungeon crawler where you can play as 30 different races, each having their own stats and skills. With the unique class system you can mix and match classes as you desire, anything from an Archer-Knight to a Berserker-Summoner-Priest is possible!

Why similar: RPG 38.9%, Magic 37.6%, Roguelike 23.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler with deep class-based magic systems and roguelike mechanics that encourage experimentation.

Hero Siege is a fast paced Pixel Art ARPG featuring an expansive roster of unique classes, deep build experimentation, and a player driven economy.

Why similar: RPG 41.2%, Roguelite 31.6%, Roguelike 17.1%, Indie 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art dungeon crawler that emphasizes class-based magic and loot-driven progression.

Shadow of the Depth is a top-down action Roguelite game. Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!

Why similar: Roguelite 38.4%, RPG 30.8%, Roguelike 18.6%, Indie 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-roguelite that features diverse character builds and challenging dungeon exploration.

Wreak havoc on countless foes with mighty weapons and deadly spells! Enhance your skills and face even greater dangers! Army of Ruin is an auto-shooter where you become the Bullet Hell.

Why similar: Roguelite 67.5%, Roguelike 32.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a similar top-down, spell-heavy combat experience with a focus on clearing large waves of enemies.

Battle creatures, collect loot, master magic, and build your very own Wizard Tower sanctuary in this rogue-like, dungeon-crawling RPG.

Why similar: Roguelite 31.7%, RPG 29.7%, Roguelike 16.4%, Magic 12.3%, Indie 10%

Why You'll Like It: Combines RPG elements with dungeon crawling, focusing on magic and loot collection.

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 42.8%, RPG 33.6%, Roguelike 16.6%, Indie 7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that features top-down combat and a variety of spells to help you survive the dungeon.

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: Roguelite 47%, RPG 31.9%, Roguelike 21.1%

Combine Runes to craft unique spells! Survive the endless hordes of monsters as you work to break the four Runic seals! Runic is a casual horde shooter with rogue-lite elements and a charming retro aesthetic.

Why similar: Roguelite 64.2%, Roguelike 35.8%

Why You'll Like It: A casual action-roguelite that utilizes rune-based themes and top-down combat mechanics.

Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.

Why similar: Roguelite 61.7%, Roguelike 38.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-roguelite that captures the feeling of a comic-book-inspired dungeon crawler.

Dungeon Core is a roguelite top-down shooter where you get to explore the sewers and beyond to ultimately reach an old underground research facility. Old nuclear waste has caused dangerous mutations in creatures due to a failed experiment. You set out to destroy the abandoned nuclear core.

Why similar: Roguelite 62.1%, Roguelike 35.4%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that emphasizes action-RPG elements and exploration within a roguelike structure.

Nether Dungeons is an action-packed dungeon crawler. Battle through procedurally generated dungeons, face relentless enemies, and defeat epic bosses. Customize your hero, wield diverse weapons, and survive intense challenges as you descend into ever-changing, dangerous depths.

Why similar: Roguelite 66.1%, Roguelike 28.8%, Indie 5.1%

Nemo Dungeon is a rogue-like game which you can control skillful characters with 4 unique skills. Kill your enemies, dodge their bullets, and gather various items which make you stronger.

Why similar: Indie 100%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging dungeon crawler that focuses on exploration and survival in a hostile environment.

Spellcrafting and backpack management combined in one bullet heaven rougelite. As the Last Mage you get a task to explore dungeons filled with monsters and find the source of the disaster plaguing this world.

Why similar: RPG 36.2%, Roguelite 33.5%, Roguelike 23.6%, Indie 6.8%

Craft wands, create synergies, battle monsters, and survive. Dive into the depths of magic crafting, where you'll forge spells from magical components and elemental gems for endless combinations. Explore procedurally generated dungeons, and unleash your magic madness to overcome the darkness.

Why similar: Roguelite 28.5%, RPG 27%, Magic 26.5%, Roguelike 18%

"Pape Rangers" is an exhilarating indie roguelike game where you'll choose different classes to defeat monsters in the caverns. Build unique and powerful playstyles for each class through a variety of skills, and even discover hidden talents and classes! Every new game offers a fresh experience.

Why similar: Roguelite 57.2%, RPG 42.8%

A brutal mix between dungeon-crawler and shoot-em up. The dungeon will learn from you and become more dangerous every time you play!

Why similar: RPG 48.3%, Roguelite 29%, Roguelike 22.7%

Destroy hordes of undead skeletons in this top-down roguelite arena shooter. In Hunchback's Dungeon, you play as a deformed, magic-wielding human who can control up to 4 different spells. Unlock new characters, collect unique items, equip powerful spells, and survive until the end.

Why similar: Magic 41.9%, Roguelite 38.9%, Roguelike 19.1%

A rogue-lite game where you must face hundreds of monsters with increasingly difficult bosses that strong enough to take you down. Choose your abilities, build your favorite combat style, become stronger and survive as long as you can!

Why similar: RPG 40.3%, Roguelite 36.8%, Roguelike 22.9%

DunHero is an Action Roguelike. Choose your class, level up and collect powerful items. Defeat bosses and free the world from evil in unique adventures. Play solo or with friends in up to 4-player co-op.

Why similar: Roguelite 43%, RPG 36.1%, Roguelike 20.9%

Ziggurat is back, and now it's even better! Use powerful weapons and spells to break through hordes of enemies and explore labyrinthine dungeons in this hectic roguelite FPS, while you improve your skills and discover new equipment.

Why similar: Roguelite 50.7%, Magic 29.2%, Roguelike 20%

Explore the procedurally generated world and test your skills in a fast-paced combat combining ranged and melee attacks. Defeat a variety of different enemies and bosses, fight in the arena, collect upgrades and unlock different arrow and trap abilities in this small rogue-like action-adventure.

Why similar: Magic 100%

Combining its own unique take on the real-time roguelike genre, with a nostalgic 16-bit look and feel, Diehard Dungeon is a game that feels both familiar and quite different at the same time. Followed by a trusty, treasure collecting companion chest, you must make your way through the dungeons many randomly-generated rooms and levels.

Why similar: RPG 36.9%, Roguelike 24.8%, Roguelite 23.6%, Indie 14.7%

Heroes & Redemption is a rogue-lite bullet-hell where you face hordes of enemies, annihilate them, learn new abilities and enhance your skills. Explore different regions, acquire new companions and embark on adventures again and again.

Why similar: Roguelite 35.7%, RPG 32.1%, Magic 15.8%, Roguelike 13%, Indie 3.4%

Starward Rogue is a bullet hell twin-stick shooter. Blast your way through the Megalith, a rogue-lite labyrinth lodged in the side of a star. Customize your mech with a huge variety of weapons, perks, and upgrades. Steel yourself for the dangers that lurk in the depths of the dungeon.

Why similar: Roguelite 39.6%, RPG 33%, Roguelike 20.6%, Indie 6.8%

A Heroic-Parody tactical RPG combining dungeon crawler’s gameplay and turn-based fights. Dive in an off-beat universe, manage your team and craft mighty gear to equip them! Build your own dungeon by hiding traps and monsters in your galleries, then challenge other players to clean it!

Why similar: Roguelite 43.1%, RPG 31%, Roguelike 20.7%, Indie 5.2%

Delve into the shifting dungeons on your hunt for the Yithidian orb, but getting it might just be the easy part. Delver is a single player first-person action roguelike dungeon crawler, just like you wished they used to make.

Why similar: RPG 36.4%, Roguelite 34.4%, Roguelike 17.3%, Indie 11.9%

Uncover the dark secrets of a cave with an endless supply of monsters and loot!

Why similar: RPG 73.1%, Indie 19.7%, Roguelike 7.2%

Mount and upgrade your weapons into special combos in this randomly generated action RPG shooter. Mow down thousands of dungeon dwelling creatures and survive as you descend deeper into the dungeon! Unlock items, complete quests, and find all the secrets to help you reach the boss of bosses!

Why similar: Roguelite 42%, RPG 29.5%, Roguelike 20.3%, Indie 8.1%

Dungeon-Crawling First Person Shooting at its finest! Fast-paced combat! Dozens of perks, spells and enemies! Level ups! Random Dungeons! Traps! Badass bosses! Carrots!

Why similar: Roguelite 48.6%, Magic 19.7%, RPG 19.3%, Roguelike 12.4%

Battle against hordes of enemies, conquer Boss encounters, and explore various character and skill combinations in this time-based auto-attacking Roguelite in your quest to become stronger and defeat the most menacing of creatures that lay in wait at the end of each run.

Why similar: Roguelite 63.8%, Roguelike 27.1%, Indie 9.1%

Razenroth is an action shooter with a dark atmosphere, enriched with the elements of roguelike and RPG. All the levels, weather conditions, distribution and quantity of key elements are generated randomly. Thanks to this fact, a single game is different each time.

Why similar: RPG 74.3%, Indie 25.7%

Hell Shooter is a roguelike dungeon crawler game. It features unique attack methods, exhilarating action, an oriental hellish atmosphere, and each character's storytelling.

Why similar: Roguelite 42.7%, RPG 37.6%, Roguelike 19.7%

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: Roguelite 56.2%, RPG 29.8%, Indie 8.9%, Roguelike 5%

Slay endless hordes of demons to protect the Cosmic Library! Steal their abilities, find powerful equipment, and unlock the secrets of each spellbook to become unstoppable! Will you be able to destroy the demonic legion?

Why similar: Roguelite 42.3%, RPG 36.5%, Roguelike 21.1%

Cut down Thousands of enemies, from the undead to the mysterious creatures of the night to save the world from the impending doom, Rune Break is a Fantasy Rogue-lite where you fight hordes of enemies with casual elements.

Why similar: Roguelite 37.5%, RPG 27.2%, Magic 18.4%, Roguelike 16.9%

In Enlightenment, you play in a roguelike action-shooter with a fast-paced challenging journey deep into a underground complex called "the Ark". Players will be tested by large varieties of enemies in a procedurally-generated dungeon, and become stronger by learning from the inevitable deaths.

Why similar: Roguelite 40.8%, RPG 26%, Indie 22.1%, Roguelike 11.1%

Rush Rover is a 2D top-down shooter game. Compared to other similar games of the genre, the shooting experience is closer to traditional shoot'em up games. It includes random map generation, unique weapons, lots of different enemies, exciting boss battles and a dynamic chiptune soundtrack.

Why similar: Roguelite 66.3%, Indie 18.1%, Roguelike 15.6%

Pixel Descent is an action rogue-lite in which you navigate a series of complex dungeons packed to the brim with monsters that want you dead. Sign the contract and descend into the deepest depths of the abyss knowing full well that you will definitely die there, it's just a matter of when.

Why similar: RPG 53.2%, Roguelike 26.4%, Indie 20.5%

Witchinour is a roguelite twin stick shooter focused on fast, 60fps action and constantly increasing difficulty. You play as an explorer who comes across a dungeon that an apprentice witch named Nour found herself lost in years ago on a full moon...

Why similar: Roguelite 80.9%, Indie 19.1%

Walk upon a new world and slay foes endangering it. Rogue : Genesia is an action rogue-lite game, where you fight relentless hordes consisting of hundreds and thousands of monsters, make your build, break the balance, defeat bosses and save one of the many worlds.

Why similar: Roguelite 52.1%, RPG 26.6%, Roguelike 21.4%