Games Like ScourgeBringer

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: Roguevania 21.5% ★, Roguelite 12.2%, Action Roguelike 11%, Metroidvania 10.2%, Roguelike 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive 2D action-roguelite that mirrors the fast-paced, fluid combat and exploration loop of the seed game.

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 20.1%, Roguelite 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Roguelike 11.4%, Action 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features fast, punchy combat and a high-mobility playstyle that rewards aggressive positioning.

20XX is a roguelike action platformer that you can play with a friend. Jump and shoot your way through ever-changing levels, collect awesome new powers, and battle mighty bosses in the name of saving the human race maybe!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.5%, Roguelite 21%, Platformer 13.1%, Action 9.8%, Roguelike 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the high-speed platforming and dash-heavy combat mechanics that make ScourgeBringer so exhilarating.

Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.

Why similar: Roguelite 19.7%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelike 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Platformer 8%

Why You'll Like It: The refined sequel to 20XX, offering even smoother movement and more polished combat encounters.

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Roguevania 38.4% ★, Metroidvania 13.8%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Platformer 6%, Indie 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a chaotic, high-mobility combat experience with roguevania elements that feel very similar to ScourgeBringer.

Live the life of space captain Flinthook! Armed with your mighty hookshot, your uncanny slow-motion powers and your trusty blasma pistol, plunder and fight your way through an infinite variety of randomly-assembled spaceships for treasure, loot and fame!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.1%, Roguelite 15.8%, Roguelike 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced roguelite platformer that relies heavily on a grappling hook for movement, much like the aerial focus of the seed game.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 24.7%, Great Soundtrack 16.6%, Action 16%, Platformer 13.1%, Indie 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: While more linear, it offers the same high-speed, one-hit-kill intensity and dash-focused combat as the seed game.

In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Action 19.8%, Indie 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Platformer 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique, gravity-defying movement mechanics that prioritize speed and agility in a 2D space.

In this fast paced twin-stick roguelite platformer, you play as an unnamed child ascending an ominous clocktower in pursuit of their lost memories. Harvest and sacrifice souls to grow your power in order to challenge procedural encounter rooms and intimidating bosses!

Why similar: Roguelite 24.7%, Action Roguelike 23%, Roguelike 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, twin-stick-like action roguelite that demands constant movement and precise combat reflexes.

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: Action Roguelike 21.9%, Roguelite 21.3%, Roguelike 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, action-heavy roguelite with a similar pixel aesthetic and focus on gear-based combat.

By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT.

Why similar: Roguelite 29.4%, Action Roguelike 26.3%, Action 12.5%, Indie 8.7%, Roguelike 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides fluid, skill-based combat with a strong roguelite loop that emphasizes dodging and counter-attacking.

Sparklite is an action-adventure set in a whimsical & ever-changing land. Battle foes using an arsenal of gadgets, guns, & gear. Gear up for adventure in the dangerous corners of the procedurally generated world, take down titans of the mining industry, & harness the power of Sparklite!

Why similar: Roguelite 22.8%, Action Roguelike 21.6%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action 8.8%, Roguelike 8%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the roguelite exploration and combat loop with a vibrant, fast-paced aesthetic.

Blade Assault is a 2D action rogue-lite platformer with beautiful pixel art set in a desolate sci-fi world. Fight against the corrupt military of Esperanza as part of the resistance force of the Undercity. Bring the corrupt to justice by becoming stronger and fighting alongside your trusty comrades.

Why similar: Roguelite 19.1%, Action 18.1%, Roguelike 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Action Roguelike 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, 2D action-roguelite with a heavy emphasis on dash-combat and character mobility.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Difficult 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Platformer 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: An extremely fast-paced action game that utilizes time-manipulation mechanics to enhance its combat flow.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Platformer 12.5%, Action 10%, Difficult 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the exact high-speed ninja-slash feel and precision platforming required in the seed game.

Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.

Why similar: Roguelite 15.3%, Roguevania 15% ★, Action 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Adventure 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy roguelite that emphasizes gear customization and vertical mobility.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 24.4%, Great Soundtrack 15.7%, Difficult 12.7%, Adventure 12.1%, Action 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features high-speed, dash-focused combat that rewards precision and pattern recognition.

Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelite action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset.

Why similar: Roguelike 16.7%, Roguelite 16.2%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Platformer 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, chaotic platforming roguelite with a focus on explosive combat and mobility.

Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.3%, Action 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Platformer 10.5%, Indie 9%

Why You'll Like It: A fluid, 2D action-platformer that focuses on fast, responsive combat and character progression.

A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.

Why similar: Roguelite 20.7%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Roguelike 15.2%, Bullet Hell 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, high-speed roguelite that focuses on intense boss-rushing and fluid movement.

Take on the role of a young rescue officer starting her career. Armed with a trusty axe and high-pressure fire hose that also acts like a jetpack, Firegirl responds to emergency calls across the city. Can Firegirl save all the trapped civilians caught in each blaze?

Why similar: Roguevania 23.1% ★, Roguelite 13.8%, Action Roguelike 11.5%, Roguelike 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, platforming-focused action game that requires quick thinking and movement.

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: Action Roguelike 26.8%, Roguelite 25.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Roguelike 10.3%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers fast, fluid, and highly responsive combat that rewards aggressive play and constant positioning.

Embark on your journey, travel through rifts and restore the balance as the Rift Keeper in this handcrafted 2D roguelite platformer with challenging, fast-paced action gameplay.

Why similar: Roguevania 37.4% ★, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Roguelite 15.5%, Metroidvania 7.1%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that focuses on short, intense bursts of combat and platforming challenges.

Skelly Selest is a score-attack hack slash dash run 'n' gun-athon. Venture into the procedurally generated perdition depths of Hell to purge the evil taint of the Deamonica Netherlords and their fiendly followers.

Why similar: Roguelite 20.5%, Action Roguelike 19.2%, Roguelike 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style action roguelite that emphasizes speed and relentless combat encounters.

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 19.8%, Roguevania 18.5% ★, Action Roguelike 15.6%, Roguelike 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, roguelite platformer that demands careful movement and deep combat mastery.

Aura of Worlds is a chaotic, creative tactics rogue-lite platformer. Explore multiple dangerous worlds where you utilize creative abilities & wield the environment to your advantage. Blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths & outwit powerful guardians!

Why similar: Roguevania 21.8% ★, Roguelite 11.2%, Metroidvania 10.6%, Roguelike 10%, Action Roguelike 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike platformer that emphasizes fast movement and navigating complex environmental hazards.

Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Difficult 18.4%, Platformer 17.6%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, 2D 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers fluid, high-speed combat and exploration within a sprawling 2D world.

Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.

Why similar: Roguevania 22.2% ★, Roguelite 11.1%, Action Roguelike 10.5%, Metroidvania 9.5%, Roguelike 8.3%

Ninjasoul is a platform action game that combines roguelite with Galaxy warrior demon city. Kunoichi, Tachibana Yachiyo unexpectedly awakened the ability of "death backtracking". She will find the truth in the land that used to be her hometown in the fight and death again and again.

Why similar: Roguevania 30.2% ★, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Roguelite 14.6%, Roguelike 7.5%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced hack-and-slash action game with roguelite elements that mirror the seed game's intensity.

Xenon Valkyrie is a rogue-like with many RPG elements in which you will have to get to the deepest part of a moon and finish the plans of a wicked witch. You will be able to get many weapons randomly as you fight in a world that is created every time you play.

Why similar: Roguevania 30.9% ★, Roguelite 25.2%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Roguelike 10.8%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art roguelite with a focus on platforming and combat that rewards quick reactions.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Action 12.2%, Indie 11.2%, Adventure 11%

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 31.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.5%, Indie 11.2%, Adventure 9.3%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

The Madness of Little Emma is a difficult action platformer with roguelike elements. Featuring over 250 items with insane synergies, varied enemies, and numerous secrets and mysteries to discover.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.5%, Action 14.8%, Indie 12.2%, Roguelike 11.3%, Platformer 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite platformer with a chaotic, fast-paced feel and challenging combat.

Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.

Why similar: Roguevania 22.9% ★, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Metroidvania 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Roguelite 10.6%

Ether Loop is a hardcore fast-paced bullet hell with roguelike elements. Descend the unforgiving depths of a mysterious world, encounter challenges, discover dynamic environments and fight ruthless creatures while unveiling the secrets of Ether Loop.

Why similar: Action 16.5%, Roguelite 15.4%, Adventure 14.4%, Indie 13%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Hell is Other Demons is an action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights, and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.

Why similar: Roguelite 16.9%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Roguelike 12.3%, Bullet Hell 10%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Action 13.1%, Indie 12.5%, Adventure 10.5%

Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Action 8.8%

Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.

Why similar: Roguevania 27.8% ★, Roguelite 14.5%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Metroidvania 12.9%, Action 6.3%

Rising Hell is a vertical platformer rogue-lite filled with adrenaline-pumping action and tons of heavy gothic metal shreds. Climb out from the ever-changing hell while you fight hordes of blood-lusting demons.

Why similar: Roguevania 26.7% ★, Roguelite 14.3%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Roguelike 7.4%

In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!

Why similar: Roguelite 37.4%, Action Roguelike 36.6%, Action 14.9%, Indie 9.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Action 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Platformer 9.7%, Indie 6.5%

Rogue Worlds is a chaotic tactical roguelite platformer where you wield the environment and creative abilities to overcome challenges. Outwit powerful guardians and blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths!

Why similar: Roguevania 22.4% ★, Roguelite 11.5%, Metroidvania 11.1%, Roguelike 10.3%, Action Roguelike 8.6%

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Pixel Graphics 23.2%, Action 14.2%, Difficult 11.4%, Adventure 7.8%

Straimium Immortaly is a shmup roguelike dungeoncrawler. Explore the butts-hard procedurally generated Cubicus battling beasties, looting endless item and weapon upgrades and defeating huge boss meanies in your vengeful quest to eradicate the Queeni Emperess.

Why similar: Roguelite 18.7%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelike 11.8%, Bullet Hell 8.7%, Action 7.8%

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: Action Roguelike 33.9%, Roguelite 27.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Action 6.2%, Adventure 5.2%

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

Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.2%, Roguelite 17%, Action 15.3%, Adventure 13.5%, Indie 12.3%

Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 22%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Action 8.9%, Difficult 8.6%

Deathstate is a roguelike bullet hell adventure set in a bizarre world of dimensional exploration. Play as a number of unique characters trying to discover the fate of Professor Elinberg who opened a portal to the void. Are you ready to venture deep into the abyss?

Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.2%, Roguelite 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Bullet Hell 10.3%, Action 9.2%

Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements, where all actions take place in a circular pattern. Fight your way through a variety of procedural planets and use body modifications, crafting and heavy weaponry. Kill. Die. Modify.

Why similar: Platformer 19.2%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Roguelike 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Action 8.4%

Cinderia is a fast-paced rogue-lite action game of pure exhilaration. Freely combine everything you can see—skills, combos, passives, and equipment—to create your own distinct fighting style. Darkness has swallowed the land, yet a faint glimmer still flickers among the ruins.

Why similar: Roguelite 28.1%, Action Roguelike 25.3%, Roguelike 18.2%, Action 11.3%, Procedural Generation 7.1%

Experience a different take on the roguelike genre. Explore a world created on the fly by your actions. Wonder about your purpose.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.8%, Action 15.7%, Roguelite 14.9%, Adventure 13.9%, Indie 12.6%

You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.2%, Roguelite 22.8%, Roguelike 14.8%, Action 9.8%, Difficult 9.7%

Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelite 18.2%, Roguelike 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Platformer 8.1%

A 2d action-packed roguelite about a monkey hero protecting the jungle from the rise of a corruptive power. Explore ever-changing dungeons, fight weird enemies and gear up with lots of weapons and relics you can combine for a new experience every run. Explore, fight, die, and repeat!

Why similar: Roguevania 25.9% ★, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelite 10.8%, Roguelike 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

Star of Providence is a top down action shooter with procedurally generated elements. Explore a large, abandoned facility in search of incredible power, fighting dangerous foes and gaining new weapons and upgrades as you progress.

Why similar: Roguelite 21.2%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Bullet Hell 10.5%, Roguelike 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

You find yourself trapped in a mysterious tower – one that transforms its very structure every 24 hours, where you must surpass countless poor fallen souls and make your way to the heretofore unseen top!

Why similar: Roguevania 28.1% ★, Roguelite 14.3%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelike 8.2%, Bullet Hell 7.5%

Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Action 13%, Platformer 11.6%, Procedural Generation 8.6%

KUNAI is a quirky, fast-paced action platformer. You play as Tabby, a tablet who joins the fight against a robot uprising. Use your kunai and ninja parkour skills to stop Lemonkus, the A.I.-gone-evil that almost wiped out all human life.

Why similar: Action 24.7%, Adventure 20.5%, Indie 19.6%, Metroidvania 14.2%, Platformer 6.4%

This is an action game focused on combat, where a girl returns from the abyss to explore her own secrets and redemption, until the end of an eternal battle to see if she can break free from the shackles of fate.

Why similar: Roguevania 28.2% ★, Roguelite 14.4%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Metroidvania 12.9%, Roguelike 9.7%