- #1 Magicite
97% matchVery Positive85% of 7,589 reviews2014
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Explore, craft, and survive in this Multiplayer RPG Platformer with permanent death! Featuring many Rogue-like elements, Magicite randomly generates each underground dungeon for you and your friends to delve deep into.
Why similar: Perma Death 15.1%, Roguelike 14.9%, Crafting 14%, Action Roguelike 9%, Platformer 8.9%
- #2 Dungeon Throne
96% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Martín Maestri Martinez
Windows
Explore procedurally generated dungeons. Retrieve artifacts and use your magic to fight your way through the dungeon. Rescue prisoners and destroy the dungeons.
Why similar: Roguelite 14.7%, Perma Death 14.7%, Roguelike 14.3%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 9%
- #3 Randomverse: Expedition
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Randaro
Windows
Randomverse: Expedition is an experimental platformer game with chaotic randomized elements that will test your luck. Explore procedurally generated levels, loot chests, fight monsters that can end your run in a single hit, and secure your items for future adventures.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.8%, Perma Death 17.8%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Roguelite 11.2%, Roguelike 10.1%
- #4 Stardawn Heroes
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cosmic Depths
Windows
Stardawn Heroes is a rogue-lite action adventure RPG set throughout the stars. Explore, battle, harvest, and craft your way through procedurally generated planets on your journey to the Gateway of the Ancients.
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.3%, Crafting 14.3%, Action Roguelike 11.1%, Roguelike 10.9%, Roguelite 9.6%
- #5 Himno The Silent Melody: Ruins
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: David Moralejo SánchezPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Himno - The Silent Melody is an atmospheric roguelite action RPG. Explore different interconnected environments, gather materials to create your unique arsenal and build and automate your base.
Why similar: Roguelike 13%, Action RPG 11.7%, Action Roguelike 10.6%, Platformer 10.4%, Crafting 8.9%
- #6 Hecaton
94% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: NWatch Games
Windows
Hecaton is futuristic action rogue-like set on Titan, a terraformed moon of Saturn. Play as a Bounty Hunter and fight your way through an army of space pirates. Brave the surface of Titan and begin your descent to find the Pirate Base and your ultimate goal.
Why similar: Perma Death 21.5%, Roguelike 17%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #7 Corvian Curse
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Made by Gare
Windows · Linux
Corvian Curse is a roguelike platformer that offers a new experience on every run with randomized levels, potions, and items. Can you find and defeat the source of the curse that's causing the worlds to shift?
Why similar: Perma Death 21.1%, Roguelike 17.5%, Platformer 14.6%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, 2D Platformer 9.9%
- #8 Roguelands
92% matchVery Positive80% of 3,731 reviews2016
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Embark on an epic journey in this hardcore Multiplayer RPG! As a Galactic Cadet, you and your Combat Squad of friends must brave hostile worlds in search of valuable loot and resources. Craft powerful gear, slay otherworldly creatures, and save the galaxy.
Why similar: Roguelike 17.9%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Perma Death 9%, RPG 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #9 After Gloom
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hunchback Studio
Windows
A man enters the enigmatic Common Dream in search of a woman he once loved.
Why similar: Perma Death 16%, Side Scroller 12.2%, RPG 10.5%, Roguelike 10.1%, Roguelite 8.7%
- #10 30XX
90% matchVery Positive91% of 2,738 reviews2023
Dev: Batterystaple Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
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: Perma Death 18.2%, Side Scroller 15%, Roguelike 11.1%, Roguelite 10.5%, Action Roguelike 9.5%
- #11 Throne of Fate
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: Enoops
Windows
Throne of Fate is a hardcore dynamic RPG roguelike, where you have to clear the land from the creatures that have invaded them. A variety of locations, a variety of weapons, different items, and invincible bosses are waiting for you in Throne of Fate!
Why similar: Side Scroller 13.7%, Roguelike 12.8%, Platformer 10.8%, Action RPG 10.3%, RPG 8.1%
- #12 High Dimension
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DanielSchimit
Windows · Linux
High Dimension is a unique randomized challenge game involving science and magic. Enter a strange and unexplored world full of strange creatures, dangers and surprises. Explore with procedural generation offering a huge adventure designed to please all players.
Why similar: Roguelike 12.7%, Roguelite 12.6%, Action RPG 11%, Platformer 10.4%, Action Roguelike 10.2%
- #13 Caveblazers
89% matchVery Positive85% of 4,486 reviews2017
Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Perma Death 18.1%, Roguelike 12.9%, Action Roguelike 11.3%, Roguelite 11.3%, Platformer 10.6%
- #14 Red Mercenary
88% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Nicolas Zurek
Windows
Red Mercenary is a rogue-lite action-platformer that features permanent death and procedurally generated levels. Explore and fight your way alone or with friends, up to 4 players online.
Why similar: Perma Death 24%, Roguelike 14.4%, Roguelite 13.4%, Action Roguelike 11.9%, Platformer 11.4%
- #15 99 Levels To Hell
87% 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: Side Scroller 14.6%, Perma Death 13.9%, Roguelite 12.6%, Action Roguelike 9.7%, Platformer 9.2%
- #16 Rogunky
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kiroxas
Windows
Descend into the unknown in this unique roguelike platformer! Brave a constantly shifting dungeon filled with deadly monsters, traps, and powerful relics. The deeper you go, the greater the challenge. Uncover secrets, explore diverse environments, and fight to discover what awaits at the bottom.
Why similar: Roguelike 18.8%, Procedural Generation 12.9%, Action Roguelike 11%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Roguelite 9.6%
- #17 The Tower of Worth
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Nevertheless StudioPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
The Tower of Worth is ego-changing action game. You become one of the numerous Challengers and You must overcome ordeals and competition to climb the highest point of the tower. Steal competitors' skills, get new ability by investing your worth and control your action to get a wanted ego.
Why similar: Perma Death 22.8%, Roguelike 12.8%, Roguelite 12.7%, Action RPG 11.4%, Action Roguelike 11.3%
- #18 Himno
84% matchVery Positive91% of 5,803 reviews2019
Dev: David Moralejo SánchezPub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Himno is a peaceful, 2D platformer game with an infinite number of beautiful procedurally generated maps. Take a breath, and relax.
Why similar: Roguelike 12.7%, Platformer 11.7%, Action RPG 10.3%, Roguelite 9.7%, Procedural Generation 9.4%
- #19 Conquistador
84% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: bubby
Windows · Linux
Conquistador is an adventurous roguelike platformer. Navigate hand-crafted and procedurally generated levels as you jump, slash, and maneuver through thick jungles and ancient temples. Collect valuable items, abilities, and precious loot to help you conquer the game's challenging traps and enemies.
Why similar: Perma Death 20.9%, Platformer 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Roguelike 10%, Procedural Generation 9.9%
- #20 Subject: Relictus
85% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Dreamscape Mansion
Windows
Fight bosses and enemies to collect items and survive on the increasingly hostile planet
Why similar: Perma Death 20.7%, Roguelike 11.5%, Roguelite 11.5%, Action Roguelike 10%, Action RPG 9.9%
- #21 Even Heroes Die
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kevyn Jaremko LLC
Windows
Race to find the cure to your mortal illness in this roguelike Metroidvania hybrid.
Why similar: Perma Death 22.3%, Roguelite 12.6%, Roguelike 11.7%, Action Roguelike 11.7%, Platformer 10.1%
- #22 Dark Scrolls
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Dark Scrolls is a fantasy-themed action platformer that fuses shmup-style chaos with roguelite progression and is packed with charm, challenge, and secrets.
Why similar: Roguelike 15.6%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Action Roguelike 13%, Platformer 12.9%, Roguelite 11%
- #23 RRRR3
82% matchPositive80% of 30 reviews2019
Dev: Dnovel
Windows
An action adventure in the roguelike style with a few puzzles.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.5%, Roguelike 19.1%, Platformer 15.2%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #24 Caves of Combat
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matt BurtonPub: Matt Burton Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A melee-focused action roguelike with procedurally generated levels, ability synergies, and fast, skill-based combat.
Why similar: Roguelike 14.9%, Action Roguelike 13%, Action RPG 12.8%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 10.8%
- #25 Pit of Ascension
81% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Powerdive Games
Windows
Jump, dodge, and shoot your way through a series of bosses to become the champion of the pit in this bossfight roguelike!
Why similar: Perma Death 20.5%, Action Roguelike 14.7%, Roguelite 13.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 11.2%
- #26 Himno - The Silent Melody
80% matchMostly Positive79% of 345 reviews2021
Dev: David Moralejo SánchezPub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Himno - The Silent Melody is an atmospheric roguelite action RPG. Explore different interconnected environments, gather materials to create your unique arsenal and build and automate your base.
Why similar: Crafting 13.1%, Roguelike 11.6%, Roguelite 10.3%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Action RPG 10%
- #27 Voody Hex
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Toropipou Games
Windows
Voody Hex is a roguelite plateformer. Enter into a voodoo cabaret and curse yourself to increase difficulty. You cannot attack - Your only way to survive is to dodge.
Why similar: Platformer 15.8%, Roguelite 14.6%, Action Roguelike 14%, Perma Death 13.4%, Roguelike 10%
- #28 Elsie
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Knight Shift GamesPub: Playtonic Friends
Windows · Linux
Elsie is a technicolour, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action-platformer filled with procedurally generated levels, an army of robots to blast through, and a wide scope of items & weaponry to make each run unique. Master countless magitek weapons and abilities in order to embrace the chaos.
Why similar: Perma Death 16.6%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Roguelike 11.3%, Roguelite 10.6%, Platformer 8.8%
- #29 Slimeicide
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Budget Company
Windows
A roguelike tower-climbing fast-paced platformer combat game where you fight enemy slimes with an arsenal of weapons. Shake your bag of weapons, draw a new weapon, fight with it until it breaks, repeat.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.6%, Roguelite 16%, Roguelike 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 12.1%
- #30 Scholar of the Arcane Arts
77% matchPositive86% of 36 reviews2025
Dev: Courtesy of EndoPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Scholar of the Arcane Arts is a Roguelike Action RPG where every spell you cast interacts with one another. Learn new spells, solve puzzles, unlock secret dungeons, and defeat monstrous beings to save the world invaded by five Planes of magic!
Why similar: Perma Death 17.7%, Action RPG 12.8%, Roguelike 12.2%, Roguelite 10.6%, Action Roguelike 9.4%
- #31 CONTINGENCY
78% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2019
Dev: Matthew Prater
Windows · Mac
Surviving is the least of your worries. After your cargo ship crashes on a foreign planet, not only will you have to find a way to eat, you'll have to survive the terrors of your fear and stress. Roguelite platforming gameplay will keep you frequently choosing weapon and suit upgrades to best defeat your many demons.
Why similar: Perma Death 16.3%, RPG 14.6%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Roguelite 8.9%, Platformer 8.7%
- #32 Wizard Cats
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BigFrogg Studios
Windows · Mac
Craft limitless spells! Destroy hordes of enemies and duel other master wizards!
Why similar: Crafting 18.3%, Roguelite 13.5%, Perma Death 13.5%, Roguelike 11.1%, Action Roguelike 10%
- #33 MoonQuest
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 107 reviews2020
Dev: Wizard Mode
Windows
A procedurally-generated adventure game! Explore unique worlds with wild forests, ice-capped mountains and ancient ruins. Talk to giant snails, seek out magical items, and forge the weapons that will help you on your journey!
Why similar: Roguelike 15.5%, Roguelite 14%, Perma Death 12.9%, Procedural Generation 9.3%, Adventure 8.3%
- #34 Spirits Abyss
76% matchVery Positive96% of 421 reviews2020
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Spirits Abyss is a roguelite platformer with destructible terrain. Cast into the Abysm you must explore its diverse depths battling phantasmic meanies and plundering its useful treasures to find a way home... but does something nestle beyond the realmic veil of death?
Why similar: Perma Death 17.3%, Roguelike 15.8%, Platformer 12.7%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Side Scroller 11.1%
- #35 Knight of Nevermore
74% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Cai Crumley
Windows · Linux
Venture into darkness in Knight of Nevermore, a 2D action roguelike where every strike counts. Master tough-but-fair soulslike combat, explore sprawling ever-shifting dungeons, and assemble powerful builds from a host of weapons, spells and items. Fight, die, improve, try again, prevail.
Why similar: Perma Death 19.3%, Side Scroller 17%, Roguelite 11%, Action Roguelike 10.6%, Roguelike 10.4%
- #36 Iron Dungeon
75% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: R_Games
Windows
Iron Dungeon combines a twin-stick shooter, a 2d platformer and a roguelite. Explore a dangerous underground complex in search of dozens of weapons, gadgets and upgrades to find a way to the surface and find out if there is still life on Earth!
Why similar: Perma Death 18%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Roguelike 10.6%, Roguelite 9.9%, Action Roguelike 9.6%
- #37 Calypso's Calamity
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: WEST COAST WONDERS TABLETOP GAMES INC.
Windows · Mac
Calypso's Calamity is a ruthless magical rogue-lite platformer where you play as a courageous dog on a quest to rescue her princess, battling enemies, gathering randomized items, and unlocking new abilities in beautifully crafted levels.
Why similar: Perma Death 23.6%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelite 13.2%, Platformer 11.1%
- #38 Blade Assault
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,297 reviews2022
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Roguelike 17.9%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Platformer 13.1%, Roguelite 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10%
- #39 Slice Of Ages
73% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: QuWhack
Windows
A top down action rpg with rougelike elements. You'll encounter plenty of opposition trying to make your way to the Slice of Ages. Slice your way through hordes of enemies with unique relics in order to stop Dastardly Duck.
Why similar: Perma Death 29%, Roguelike 17%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, RPG 12.5%, Procedural Generation 7.9%
- #40 A Wizard's Lizard
75% matchMostly Positive70% of 444 reviews2014
Dev: Lost Decade Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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: Roguelike 22.3%, Roguelite 18.8%, Action Roguelike 18.4%, Perma Death 12.5%, RPG 11.2%
- #41 Slime Princess
72% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Aibit Games
Windows
Slime Princess is a pixel style stand-alone game that combines platform action, dungeon exploration and Roguelike elements. Players will play the role of a heroic slime and embark on a challenging adventure in order to save the slime princess who has been kidnapped by evil forces.
Why similar: Roguelike 14.9%, Roguelite 12.4%, Action RPG 10.7%, Platformer 9.7%, Perma Death 9.3%
- #42 Brainmelter Deluxe
73% matchPositive98% of 52 reviews2019
Dev: Cosmocat
Windows
Melt your brain with this twisted take on the platform genre!
Why similar: Perma Death 28.3%, Side Scroller 23.7%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Procedural Generation 10.2%
- #43 DUNGEON SLASHER
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 96PercentPub: Emay Games
Windows
Navigate maps filled with enemies, destroying all who get in your way! Use a variety of character, artifact, and skill synergies to defeat the dungeon!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelite 16.9%, Roguelike 16.9%, Action RPG 15.9%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #44 Niblet Rescues
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Humblebright Studio
Windows
Sprint through a fast-paced fantasy roguelike runner to save Niblet’s stolen companion. Dodge traps, fight foes, and grab gold as shifting levels and encounters keep every run fresh and unpredictable.
Why similar: Perma Death 20.7%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Roguelite 13.2%, Roguelike 12.4%, Platformer 10.6%
- #45 Tower of Dreams
70% matchPositive100% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: Sour Lemon Studios
Windows
A vertical platformer roguelike where you use your sword to pogo off obstacles and enemies and ascend the tower
Why similar: Perma Death 17.4%, Roguelite 14.5%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Roguelike 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.8%
- #46 Tower of Nod
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Indiana KufferPub: Tiny Abyss
Windows · Mac · Linux
In Tower of Nod, master sleep-based controls to manipulate falling blocks and build your path upward. Navigate shifting floors, deadly traps, and monsters in this action-roguelike deckbuilding platformer. Every run is unique—discover powerful relics and conquer the ever-changing tower.
Why similar: Perma Death 20.7%, Roguelite 12.6%, Roguelike 12.1%, Action Roguelike 11.6%, Platformer 9.7%
- #47 GAARL! - Gabe's Action Arcade RogueLike
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gabe
Windows
GAARL! is a roguelike action platformer. Wield your chain gun to fight monsters in frantic arcade combat, or fire it into walls to climb through handcrafted arenas. Buy upgrades, create wacky builds, get good health insurance, and unlock the mysteries of GABE'S ACTION ARCADE ROGUELIKE!
Why similar: Roguelike 20%, Perma Death 19%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Platformer 11%, Roguelite 8.9%
- #48 WazHack
71% matchVery Positive90% of 724 reviews2014
Dev: WazPub: Waz Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Time moves forward only when you do in the dungeons of WazHack. Think your way out of problems instead of just spamming 'attack' and 'drink healing potion'.
Why similar: Perma Death 27.3%, Roguelike 25.7%, RPG 14.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Roguelite 7.6%
- #49 Fluffy Gore
71% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Darkenauts Studio
Windows
Kill cute and powerful enemies, find TONS of perks and deadly curses, use extravagant weapons and try to reach your stairway to Heaven.
Why similar: RPG 17.9%, Action RPG 14.4%, Roguelike 13.3%, Platformer 11.4%, Roguelite 10.6%
- #50 Dead Shapes
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cryzy Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dead Shapes is an action rogue-lite. Fight, die, learn, and repeat as you journey through uniques levels. Be ready to discover thousands of character builds.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.6%, Roguelite 20.3%, Platformer 14.9%, Procedural Generation 8.4%, Action Roguelike 7.9%
- #51 Pogo Rogue
68% matchVery Positive92% of 208 reviews2024
Dev: Bounce Back Games
Windows
Bounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge?
Why similar: Roguelike 16.5%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Platformer 12.6%, Procedural Generation 11.4%, Action Roguelike 11.1%
- #52 The Starfallen Prince
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bad Wifi Interactive
Windows
Survive as Belden, a lost prince driven from his home by a unknown threat. Forced to flee, his people must rebuild on a space anomaly. Grow stronger through this unique bullet-heaven rouge-lite set in a feudal sci fi world
Why similar: Roguelike 14.9%, Action RPG 13.8%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelite 11.7%, Crafting 9.7%
- #53 Deep Dungeon
68% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Lampidev
Windows
Deep Dungeon is a rogue-lite like you have never seen before. The vast underground caves are dangerous and full of vicious enemies. There's no failsave, no checkpoints. If you die, the run is over!
Why similar: Perma Death 18.2%, Roguelike 16.8%, Roguelite 16.6%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Procedural Generation 11.1%
- #54 Hyforge
69% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Piko Island Studios
Windows
Hyforge is a "roguelike", first-person fantasy rpg; a self-proclaimed "Elder-Rogue." On your quest to find the Hyforge, a device capable of creating and destroying all life, you will encounter Majik, Mystery, and LOOT. Also death... PERMA-DEATH.
Why similar: Perma Death 24.2%, Roguelike 15.9%, Crafting 15%, Roguelite 9.5%, Procedural Generation 9.2%
- #55 Blinding Lite
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monster Crate
Windows
Blinding Lite is an action-adventure platformer that focuses on tight acrobatic platforming. Venture forth and save the Elementals from their capture! Experience a flowing move set, a world brimming with character, and a world painted in NES colors!
Why similar: Side Scroller 28%, Platformer 14.8%, RPG 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #56 Critadel
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 232 reviews2021
Dev: Pixelian StudioPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Critadel is a futuristic platform/shooter/roguelike with three playable characters, hundreds of branching paths and over 100,000 unique weapon configurations!
Why similar: Roguelite 13.4%, Roguelike 12.3%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Action RPG 10.9%, Platformer 10.6%
- #57 Lux mina
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: JOIS Games
Windows · Mac
In this unique roguelite platformer, you push through multiple randomly generated stages and fight against a variety of enemies. By enhancing your loadout and combining many different runes, you can create an individual playstyle.
Why similar: Perma Death 19.2%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Roguelite 13.4%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Platformer 8.6%
- #58 Luctus
65% matchVery Positive95% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Mriya Game StudioPub: Blackburne Games Studio FZ LLC
Windows
In this RPG-inspired action-adventure, you play as Nora, a fire mage. Discover epic creatures steeped in mythology and turn them to ash with powerful spells! Teach Nora new magic, upgrade your favorites, and craft unique combos. Can you bring an end to Nora’s sorrow?
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, Roguelite 10.2%, Action Roguelike 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #59 PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer is a 2D action roguelike platformer RPG set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, infused with biopunk and dark sci-fi flair. Survive the chaos, clash with mutant foes, and explore mysterious sites in this indie adventure!
Why similar: Roguelite 16.6%, Action Roguelike 15.6%, Roguelike 13.6%, Platformer 11.1%, 2D Platformer 9.7%
- #60 Doughball Descent
67% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: Plubsoft
Windows
Doughball Descent is a Roguelite Puzzle-Platformer about smashing through tiles with your sheer weight as you amass food & items as you traverse the procedurally generated layers of the Food Zigguraut
Why similar: Perma Death 21.3%, Roguelite 12.5%, Roguelike 11.9%, Side Scroller 10%, Platformer 9.6%