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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Singleplayer, Retro, Roguelite, Pixel Graphics.

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  1. #1 Why Elephant Sit On Chair?
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lao
    Windows

    Why Elephant Sit On Chair? is a game that combines block-clearing with light roguelite elements. Team up with your animal block companions to face all kinds of unexpected challenges. every run is full of surprises! Just a tip: don’t step on their tails.

    Why similar: Perma Death 17.8%, Roguelite 16.6%, Retro 16%, Resource Management 15.9%, Arcade 11.2%

  2. #2 System Overload
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jabran
    Windows

    SYSTEM STATUS: UNSTABLE> System Overload is a resource management sim disguised as a Win95/98 Task Manager. Balance CPU, RAM, and heat while fighting malware across 8 unique endings. Push your hardware to the limit—just don't trigger a meltdown. >DO_NOT_CRASH.

    Why similar: 1990's 32.9%, Resource Management 22.5%, Retro 20.6%, Roguelite 7%, Arcade 6.1%

  3. #3 Bakkorila
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: RethroW8
    Windows

    Bakorila is an action roguelike focused on dash-based combos. Climb destructible towers, defeat enemies with lethal dashes while performing wall jumps, and use your weapon to survive increasingly dangerous threats. Build your loadout, defeat bosses, and help Bakko return to his homeland.

    Why similar: Minimalist 19.3%, Retro 16.5%, Roguelike 14.5%, Arcade 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%

  4. #4 Termina
    95% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: Dark Moon Games
    Windows

    Survive endless waves of undead in Termina, a heart-pounding shooter. Scavenge for weapons, unlock upgrades, and purchase perks!

    Why similar: Perma Death 20.8%, Post-apocalyptic 17.3%, Arcade 11.4%, Shooter 10.4%, 1990's 10.1%

  5. #5 Rogue Snake
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Natrix
    Windows

    Rogue Snake is the latest evolution of the classical snake game. We've added combat and roguelite mechanics - earn levels, upgrade your Mecha Snake and defeat bosses while dodging enemy attacks!

    Why similar: 1990's 25.6%, Roguelite 18%, Arcade 13.2%, Shooter 12%, Retro 10.4%

  6. #6 March of the Living
    94% matchMostly Positive71% of 536 reviews2016
    Dev: Machine 22Pub: Creaky Corpse Ltd
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Roguelike-like inspired by FTL and popular zombie fiction. Guide a group of survivors to a rumoured safe haven.

    Why similar: Perma Death 22.4%, Roguelite 15.5%, Post-apocalyptic 13.5%, Retro 12.6%, Roguelike 9.1%

  7. #7 Novi Cube
    93% matchPositive85% of 46 reviews2022
    Dev: Rand.Exe Studios
    Windows

    Casual + Old-School + Roguelike = Novi Cube! Shoot dozens of projectiles at evil geometric shapes to finally satisfy that itch to kill geometric shapes that we all have since we had to calculate weird shapes and forms! Calculating areas of squares is boring! Novi Cube is fun²!

    Why similar: Perma Death 20.6%, Minimalist 16.5%, Roguelite 15.8%, Arcade 12.4%, Roguelike 11.4%

  8. #8 Happy Grumps
    92% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
    Dev: Glenn LaBarre
    Windows · Mac

    A Calamity of Grumpiness has descended upon Happy Meadows! Spread Happiness to a Grumpy world in this turn-based strategy game where each attempt creates a randomly generated challenge.

    Why similar: Perma Death 25.2%, Roguelite 20.9%, Retro 18.6%, Minimalist 12%, Roguelike 10.2%

  9. #9 The Cassir Simulator
    91% matchVery Positive92% of 83 reviews2020
    Dev: Maxim Abramov
    Windows

    This is a cashier simulator, you need to serve customers, check and scan products, take money and give change. With the money you earn, you can improve your housing, buy food and medicine. Try to survive in difficult living conditions.

    Why similar: Perma Death 17.5%, Roguelite 17.3%, Arcade 17.1%, Roguelike 12.5%, Survival 12.4%

  10. #10 Touhou Mistystory
    90% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2026
    Dev: NekoParty
    Windows

    A free-to-play, single-player Touhou Project fan-made bullet hell shooter that blends light roguelike elements with modified gameplay mechanics. Defeat your enemies and collect dropped spell cards to enhance your abilities!

    Why similar: Roguelite 22.3%, Cartoon 13.9%, RPG 13.8%, Resource Management 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 9%

  11. #11 Lethal Running
    91% matchMixed59% of 17 reviews2022
    Dev: voodoosoft
    Windows

    RPG about a deadly game show in a futuristic dystopian society. Fight off never-ending attacks from merciless bounty hunters in the ruins of the city and survive the harsh conditions of the devastated wasteland.

    Why similar: Perma Death 18.9%, Post-apocalyptic 16.1%, Roguelite 15.6%, Retro 11.2%, RPG 10%

  12. #12 Oztrich: An Adventure
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SA Connors
    Windows

    A 2D adventure set in the World of Oztrich. Explore and uncover the mysteries of this retro world full of unique and exciting monsters!

    Why similar: 1990's 27.7%, Minimalist 20.5%, RPG 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Retro 12%

  13. #13 PaJinko
    89% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Erenyx
    Windows · Mac

    Drop eggs onto a pegboard and watch them collide, chain and pile into the goal for stars and rewards. A cozy hand-drawn coin-pusher with light roguelite upgrades, a lucky wheel for clutch boosts, brisk runs, and leaderboards to chase your personal best.

    Why similar: Roguelite 28.7%, 1990's 20.5%, Arcade 18.3%, Roguelike 15.7%, Retro 11.3%

  14. #14 FLERP
    87% matchVery Positive87% of 397 reviews2022
    Dev: foolsroom
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Fend off hordes of enemies in this arcade tower defense roguelite with autobattler elements. Build up a team of powerful synergies and become unstoppable.

    Why similar: Resource Management 18.2%, Roguelite 16.5%, Arcade 14.4%, Roguelike 13.6%, Perma Death 13.3%

  15. #15 EatWell
    88% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2017
    Dev: Spiez
    Windows · Mac

    Collect blood cells, rescue the girl!

    Why similar: Perma Death 43.7%, Roguelite 29.8%, Retro 26.5%

  16. #16 Taptron 1999
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dzudio
    Windows

    Taptron 1999 is a short roguelite clicker where you must prevent Y2K using the power of a mouse click.

    Why similar: Roguelite 25.9%, 1990's 23.4%, Arcade 16.6%, Retro 14.5%, Roguelike 14.4%

  17. #17 Heat Retreat
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Coast Wide Systems Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Your home town is forced to evacuate: assemble your party, choose a vehicle and grab supplies before hitting the road in search of refuge. Manage your resources and barter, scavenge, hunt or steal along the way to survive in a rapidly warming world filled with hard choices, danger and dysentery.

    Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 19.7%, 1990's 18.9%, Perma Death 15.1%, Retro 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%

  18. #18 Kingsway
    85% matchVery Positive93% of 1,700 reviews2017
    Dev: Andrew Morrish
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Kingsway is the #1 operating system for daily tasks such as skeleton smashing and loot-organizing. Trouble sorting through all your potions and swords? Don't worry! Kingsway can help you manage, and with an easy to use interface you'll have time leftover for a peaceful stroll through the underworld.

    Why similar: RPG 29.3%, Roguelike 19%, Retro 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%, Roguelite 13.6%

  19. #19 Classic Snake
    84% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: Hollergames
    Windows

    It is what it says on the tin, it's Classic Snake. However there are some in game options, you can change: -play field size -snake speed -food spawn -walls or none

    Why similar: 1990's 20.7%, Minimalist 19.3%, Arcade 18%, Perma Death 15.4%, Retro 11.4%

  20. #20 LOOSEPO
    83% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: MEWSTURBO
    Windows

    This is an ultra-lightweight Top-Down shooting game with roguelike elements. You need to constantly recycle your empty wine bottles to replenish ammunition. Use the initial props cards and the upgrade cards in the game to build a powerful butt baby, and then help it defeat the evil rotten demons

    Why similar: Perma Death 26.7%, Roguelite 21.1%, Minimalist 19.9%, Cartoon 12.4%, Retro 11.9%

  21. #21 Couple Last Conductors
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Puss In The Cloud
    Windows

    A co-op roguelite experience set in an apocalyptic world, where cooperation with your partner is the key to continued survival.

    Why similar: Perma Death 24.1%, Roguelite 16.7%, Post-apocalyptic 16%, Trading 13.6%, Roguelike 10.6%

  22. #22 Let's bounce! Popsicle boy!
    81% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: MEWSTURBO
    Windows

    Let's bounce! Popsicle boy! is a casual rogue-like game with mechanics inspired by Breakout. As you venture through different game chapters, fight against unique brick mechanics and powerful enemies while upgrading different skills to change the pace of the game!

    Why similar: 1990's 21.3%, Roguelite 17.8%, Cartoon 13.4%, Arcade 13.3%, Retro 12.4%

  23. #23 Dustbowl
    82% matchMostly Positive77% of 123 reviews2015
    Dev: The Pompous Pixel
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A post-apocalyptic adventure game set in a world where the player must search for food, water and essential supplies to survive. Discover a world filled with colourful NPCs, quests and secrets.

    Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 33.1%, RPG 23.3%, Retro 16%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, Survival 9.5%

  24. #24 Crystant
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: DAWNER
    Windows

    Crystant is a top-down roguelike set in a post-apocalyptic underground facility. Explore tangled tunnels, face strange mutants, and survive with limited resources. Hidden events, deadly traps, and clues await. Will you uncover the truth or fall into the darkness?

    Why similar: Perma Death 22%, Post-apocalyptic 15.9%, Resource Management 15.5%, Roguelite 15.2%, Roguelike 9.9%

  25. #25 ROGUE-FP
    80% matchPositive98% of 44 reviews2023
    Dev: Jurax Games
    Windows · Linux

    A blend of old school gameplay and new school controls. Experience a classically styled roguelike in a way you never have before!

    Why similar: Perma Death 25.9%, Roguelite 17.9%, Arcade 12.1%, Roguelike 10.5%, Minimalist 10.1%

  26. #26 Martin and the Magic Staff
    79% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2022
    Dev: Floyd Game Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Discover the world of a fabulous puzzle platformer in the pixel art style. You have to help the aspiring magician to pass all the challenges and fill his sorcerous staff with pure magic.

    Why similar: Perma Death 19.8%, 1990's 18.8%, Retro 12.9%, Minimalist 11.7%, Arcade 11.1%

  27. #27 Legend vs. Legion
    78% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Indiecation Creations
    Windows

    Legend vs. Legion is a roguelite HERO defense! A twist on the traditional tower defense game, play as a legendary hero empowered by a random arsenal of powerful spells and artifacts. Defend against hordes of monsters using strategy and reflexes, and save the realm of Valia.

    Why similar: Perma Death 21.7%, Roguelite 20.1%, Retro 13%, Arcade 12.8%, Roguelike 10%

  28. #28 Red Zirion
    79% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: Sinned Games
    Windows

    Red Zirion is a retro shooting game with upgradeable attributes in the roguelike style. Game inspired by groups of heroes and animated series from the 80s.

    Why similar: Roguelite 16.6%, Perma Death 15.5%, Retro 14.4%, 1990's 12%, Arcade 11.2%

  29. #29 Sweepin' XS
    76% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2025
    Dev: FungalVoiidPub: Cremini
    Windows

    A roguelite minesweeper game where you use different tiles, flags and skills to clear multiple boards in a row!

    Why similar: Perma Death 26.9%, Retro 20.6%, Roguelite 19.5%, Roguelike 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

  30. #30 Happy Wagon
    77% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: Alexander Frey
    Windows

    A happy little game about the struggles of old-timey travelling.Happy Wagon features several difficulties, unlockable characters, an endless mode and achievements. Happy Travels!

    Why similar: Retro 24.5%, Minimalist 20.6%, Arcade 14%, Resource Management 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%

  31. #31 SCHMEKEL
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sprinkle Team
    Windows

    SCHMEKEL is a chaotic roguelike where you're a coin, fighting an Arcade machine from within. Every bullet you fire bounces back. The build you choose will shape your bullet-hell experience.

    Why similar: Roguelite 20.7%, Retro 19.6%, 1990's 19.3%, Arcade 16.4%, Minimalist 13.4%

  32. #32 Guns&Sodas
    76% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: Marco Biscetti
    Windows

    GUNS&SODAS is a fast-paced rogue-action arcade where legendary sodas, wild guns, and explosive combos collide. Recover the Primal Sodas and unleash chaos with the power of Vending Machines!

    Why similar: 1990's 37.7%, Roguelite 27.5%, Arcade 20.6%, Roguelike 7%, 2D 5.7%

  33. #33 Gray Goo
    75% match6 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Glitch Nomads
    Windows

    Gray goo is a short retro arcade shooter with lots of upgrades. This game is about destroying goo in space and saving the universe.

    Why similar: Retro 20.1%, Minimalist 16.9%, 1990's 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Arcade 11.8%

  34. #34 Space Force Bargain Bin
    74% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: Sled Dog Games
    Windows · Linux

    Repel the humans! Safeguard the future of all alienkind! Fueled by a large selection of quirky upgrades and power-ups, strengthen the alien alliance to destroy Humanity's Last Hope in this fast-paced retro action-arcade shooter with roguelite and tower defense elements.

    Why similar: Roguelite 21.3%, Arcade 17.4%, Shooter 17.2%, 1990's 16.5%, Retro 15.1%

  35. #35 RANDOBOUNCE
    74% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Eagle Studio
    Windows

    RANDOBOUNCE is a fast-paced, arcade, score-attack roguelike where you bounce uncontrollably while crafting the most ridiculous, overpowered weapon possible. Survive, rack up points, and let the chaos unfold!

    Why similar: Roguelite 23%, Roguelike 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Retro 14%, Arcade 12.9%

  36. #36 Doomfields
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 78 reviews2025
    Dev: KJGames
    Windows

    Doomfields is a roguelite autobattler where you assemble a team of heroes. Every character transforms into a more specialized one as it levels up. You get to pick up to 5 characters that specialize in something different. You have to compose the best possible team based on loot and their abilities.

    Why similar: Perma Death 31.8%, Roguelite 24.2%, RPG 18.8%, Roguelike 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%

  37. #37 Gravezone Arena
    73% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: eXPresso Softworks
    Windows

    Gravezone Arena is a fast-paced top-down zombie arena shooter where you survive relentless waves, build defenses between rounds, collect powerful upgrades, and fight your way through a deadly grave-infested battleground.

    Why similar: 1990's 22.8%, Roguelite 20.5%, Roguelike 15.5%, Post-apocalyptic 13.9%, Retro 10%

  38. #38 Pereelous
    71% matchVery Positive85% of 82 reviews2025
    Dev: VANDERMAESEN GAMES
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Spin your way to victory in this slotmachine-driven dungeon crawler. Battle monsters, collect loot and unleash the power of the random reels !

    Why similar: RPG 23.5%, Roguelite 20.1%, Perma Death 16.5%, Roguelike 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%

  39. #39 Dragenas
    72% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Pellets
    Windows

    Dragonfly fairies of the Sacred Swamp rely on the full moon to earn their wings, and insect spirits for their power. With the help of mother sages to guide them, they must rid their world of magic-wielding monsters.

    Why similar: 1990's 30.6%, Retro 17.8%, Minimalist 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Nonlinear 9.2%

  40. #40 99 Levels To Hell
    75% matchMixed61% of 609 reviews2014
    Dev: Zaxis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    99 Levels to Hell is a platform shooter with lots of guns, upgrades, magic, traps and monsters to kill. 99 Levels to Hell is a rogue-like, which means surviving is key and every time you play you get a new set of levels to play. When you complete 10 levels, the 10th being a boss-fight you unlock a door to the next dungeon.

    Why similar: Roguelite 19.4%, Perma Death 17.1%, Shooter 15.2%, Arcade 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%

  41. #41 Brave Bubble Heart
    73% match7 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: AndyzziGames
    Windows

    In Brave Bubble Heart you'll face strange creatures and solve puzzles while saving as many souls as you can that are lost in the abyss. Do not die!

    Why similar: Perma Death 23.1%, Roguelite 17.3%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 10.8%, Minimalist 9.9%

  42. #42 Numgeon
    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 81 reviews2018
    Dev: FobTi interactive
    Windows

    Numgeon is tiny, retro styled, highly-addictive and fast paced casual clicker RPG. Click your way through the darkest dungeons with your mighty heroes! Slay the monsters, collect gold and gain new upgrades as you progress.

    Why similar: Roguelite 20.9%, Retro 15.1%, Perma Death 13.2%, RPG 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%

  43. #43 Heat Index
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Netmancer
    Windows

    Heat Index is a top down shooter where you must push through against insurmountable odds to reach the end. Create unique builds using tons of powerful items as you run and gun your way to becoming an unstoppable force.

    Why similar: 1990's 20.3%, Arcade 17.9%, Perma Death 16.4%, Shooter 16%, Roguelike 15.1%

  44. #44 Snip It!
    70% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2024
    Dev: ryshaw
    Windows

    A 2D Qix-like retro arcade game. Draw lines to capture the canvas and defeat enemies!

    Why similar: Arcade 27.4%, Retro 26.9%, Minimalist 25.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, 2D 7.4%

  45. #45 Deck of Bullets
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Liberinno Games
    Windows

    Unleash explosive action in a deck-building top-down shooter. Customize your bullets with a strategic deck of cards for devastating effects.

    Why similar: 1990's 29.8%, Retro 19.6%, Roguelite 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Arcade 9.5%

  46. #46 I'm Late
    71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: FHU DominikaPub: BehemotGameStudio
    Windows

    An arcade game, stylized on an 8-bit production from the 90's.Go through the stages, where each next one increases the level of difficulty. An ideal game for players who like retro games. Thanks to its simplicity, the game is also perfect for younger players.

    Why similar: 1990's 33.7%, Retro 30.3%, Arcade 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  47. #47 GRADIUS ORIGINS
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 250 reviews2025
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows

    Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.

    Why similar: Arcade 25.1%, 1990's 24%, Shooter 20.1%, Retro 13%, Pixel Graphics 12%

  48. #48 Desolation Tycoon
    70% matchPositive88% of 33 reviews2022
    Dev: Iron Boar Labs Ltd.
    Windows

    Travel and trade in a demon-haunted post-apocalypse. Each playthrough features a new character and a partially randomized world. Between playthroughs, the world around you will grow and develop in response to your actions. Be prepared to make hard decisions.

    Why similar: Trading 26%, Resource Management 20.5%, Post-apocalyptic 19.8%, Perma Death 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

  49. #49 Breaking Survivors
    68% matchVery Positive89% of 71 reviews2023
    Dev: Axel Born
    Windows · Linux

    Brick-breaking gameplay meets Survivors-like mechanics. Use your balls to destroy bricks, level up and pick upgrades to hold your ground against waves of incoming bricks and try to high score in this roguelite brick breaking game.

    Why similar: Roguelite 22.4%, Minimalist 19.9%, Arcade 18.6%, 1990's 15.9%, Retro 10.4%

  50. #50 Four Hunters Survivor
    69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: AC_GameDev
    Windows

    Play with four hunters to defeat and survive several hordes of countless enemies, improve your characters to survive more and more and become the most powerful hunter in the world.

    Why similar: RPG 28.5%, Roguelite 25.4%, Roguelike 18%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Survival 8.8%

  51. #51 BitRick's Venture
    67% matchPositive96% of 25 reviews2025
    Dev: Kakapo Devs
    Windows

    BitRick’s Venture is a fast-paced roguelite shooter with procedural map generation where you control BitRick, a guy with a questionable sense of humor who loves trash-talking after humiliating his enemies.

    Why similar: Roguelite 32%, Perma Death 23%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Arcade 15.6%, Shooter 13.6%

  52. #52 Space Mercenary Defense Force
    68% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2023
    Dev: Tom Paradise
    Windows · Linux

    Defend against the alien invasion and take down the mother ship! Utilise branching upgrade trees, unlock new ships, and equip permanent upgrades to create your own unique build and defeat the growing hordes of invaders in this sci-fi action roguelike!

    Why similar: Perma Death 25.1%, Roguelite 13.8%, RPG 13.1%, Arcade 11.9%, Roguelike 11.8%

  53. #53 Skycadia
    69% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2020
    Dev: Studio Nisse LLC
    Windows

    Collect bounties on sky pirates in this chill pastel dogfight sim.

    Why similar: 1990's 22%, Roguelite 18.2%, Retro 13.9%, Arcade 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

  54. #54 Underground Dungeon
    69% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2022
    Dev: PASTEL
    Windows

    The underground dungeon is a turn-based retro roguelite. Escape the dungeon from the devil's entertainment district and defeat the demon king.

    Why similar: Roguelite 34.5%, RPG 25.3%, Pixel Graphics 18.1%, Retro 16%, 2D 4.9%

  55. #55 Exploited
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Banana Bucket
    Windows

    Climb the corporate ladder one sale at a time in Exploited, a bullet hell rogue-lite set in 1990s Singapore. Dodge disgruntled customers, push impossible products, and survive the cutthroat grind of the sales world.

    Why similar: RPG 23.2%, 1990's 18.8%, Arcade 16.1%, Roguelite 16.1%, Roguelike 13.6%

  56. #56 GunSuit Guardians
    66% matchVery Positive87% of 247 reviews2023
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows

    Gear up your GunSuit and defend Earth from an alien siege! Equip and upgrade unique arsenals of overpowered weapons to survive overwhelming numbers in this action-roguelite twin-stick horde survival.

    Why similar: Roguelite 21%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Arcade 13.2%, Retro 13.1%, Perma Death 12.9%

  57. #57 Highrisers Couch Co-Op
    67% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Solar Powered Games
    Windows

    An Urban Survival RPG for 4 players in couch co-op. Crafting, Exploring and Defending in a desolate metropolis haunted by the mysterious dreamers. Lead your 4 survivors through this urban desert of skyscrapers and high-rises, where the streets are crowded with the mutated victims of a pandemic.

    Why similar: Roguelite 17.9%, Post-apocalyptic 15.8%, RPG 12.6%, Roguelike 12.2%, Retro 11.7%

  58. #58 GhostGame
    68% matchPositive100% of 28 reviews2019
    Dev: Mottafier
    Windows

    GhostGame is the roguelike bullet hell game that puts your hand-mouse coordination to the test. Fight through hordes of enemies, gain powerful skills, acquire companions and defeat bosses to accomplish your ultimate mission.

    Why similar: Perma Death 22.5%, Roguelite 18.8%, Retro 14.7%, Arcade 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%

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