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Games Like Slay the Spire 2

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Card Game, Roguelike, Deckbuilding, Strategy.

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The iconic roguelike deckbuilder returns. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, and discover relics of immense power in Slay the Spire 2!

Reviews: Very Positive — 80% — of 97,748 reviews
Released: 2026-03-05
Developer: Mega Crit
Genres: Indie, Strategy, Early Access
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 26.8 hrs
Mean playtime: 35.3 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 98%

Overview

If you want more of what makes Slay the Spire 2 exciting, the best matches are games built around run-based deck construction, tight turn-based fights, and relic-style synergy stacking that can snowball into absurdly strong builds. This list prioritizes combat-focused roguelike deckbuilders first, then branches into the closest tactical and co-op adjacent games that still capture the same decision-heavy feel.

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  1. #1 Slay the Spire
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 210,878 reviews2019
    Dev: Mega Crit
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 67.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.8%, Card Game 18.4%, Card Battler 15%, Deckbuilding 14.4%, Roguelike 11.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It is the original blueprint for this exact style of roguelike deckbuilding, with the same combat flow, card economy, relic synergies, and run structure.

  2. #2 Monster Train 2
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 9,245 reviews2025
    Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Big Fan Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 16.8 hrsMean: 40.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Monster Train returns with all new clans, new enemy factions, new challenges, new modes and more! Defend your Pyre in the classic three-tiered, vertical gameplay that made the original roguelike deckbuilder a hit.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.1%, Deckbuilding 20.2%, Card Game 19%, Roguelike 13.3%, Strategy 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Like Slay the Spire 2, it is a highly replayable roguelike deckbuilder built around smart pathing, scaling synergies, and constantly evolving card combos.

  3. #3 Monster Train
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,754 reviews2020
    Dev: Shiny ShoePub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 16.5%, Deckbuilding 16.4%, Card Game 15.7%, Card Battler 15.5%, Roguelike 10.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Its run-based deckbuilding, relic-style artifacts, and tactical combat decisions make it one of the closest and best alternatives to Slay the Spire.

  4. #4 Across the Obelisk
    95% matchVery Positive81% of 12,790 reviews2022
    Dev: Dreamsite GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 20.8 hrsMean: 53.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.2%, Deckbuilding 14.5%, Card Game 13.5%, Card Battler 11.4%, Roguelike 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It translates the same deckbuilding-and-route-planning appeal into a party-based format with excellent co-op support and lots of build experimentation.

  5. #5 Vault of the Void
    94% matchVery Positive93% of 2,938 reviews2022
    Dev: Spider Nest Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Vault of the Void is a fast-paced roguelike deckbuilder where the power is in your hands. Continuously customise your deck, crafting powerful combos and ingenious strategies. Upgrade your cards with Void Stones, infusing them with new abilities to help defeat the minions of The Void!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.9%, Deckbuilding 16.8%, Card Game 14.6%, Card Battler 12.6%, Roguelike 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers extremely deep card control, clear strategic combat, and the same satisfying feeling of tuning a deck into a precision engine over a run.

  6. #6 Roguebook
    94% matchVery Positive84% of 4,279 reviews2021
    Dev: Abrakam Entertainment SAPub: Nacon
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Embrace the challenge of a roguelike deckbuilder with unique mechanics from the developers of Faeria and Richard Garfield, creator of Magic: The Gathering™. Build a team of two heroes, unleash powerful combos and defeat the legends of the Roguebook!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.9%, Deckbuilding 16.5%, Card Game 15.1%, Card Battler 11.5%, Roguelike 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its hex-map exploration, relic-heavy deckbuilding, and turn-based card battles feel very close to Slay the Spire while adding party synergy.

  7. #7 HELLCARD
    93% matchVery Positive86% of 4,522 reviews2024
    Dev: Thing TrunkPub: Skystone Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Hellcard is a unique cooperative deck builder rogue-like game. Descend into the paper dungeons on your own, recruit computer-controlled companions or join other players' lobbies in fast-paced tactical card battles against the armies of darkness and the Archdemon himself!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 13%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 12.4%, Card Battler 12%, Card Game 10.4%, Roguelike 10.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This is one of the best picks if Slay the Spire 2's co-op angle appeals to you, since it delivers multiplayer roguelike deckbuilding with positional combat twists.

  8. #8 Griftlands
    92% matchVery Positive94% of 14,297 reviews2021
    Dev: Klei Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Griftlands is a deck-building roguelite where you negotiate, fight, steal or otherwise persuade others to get your way. Every decision is important, be it the jobs you take, the friends you make, or the cards you collect.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 19.9%, Card Battler 16.4%, Card Game 16%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 14.1%, Roguelike 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It keeps the card-driven roguelike structure but adds strong narrative choices and multiple decks, giving a similarly thoughtful but more story-rich experience.

  9. #9 Wildfrost
    91% matchVery Positive83% of 8,624 reviews2023
    Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Chucklefish
    Windows
    Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Take on the elements in Wildfrost, a tactical roguelike deckbuilder! Journey across a frozen tundra, collecting cards strong enough to banish the eternal winter…

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.9%, Deckbuilding 15.6%, Card Game 15.3%, Card Battler 14.6%, Roguelike 10%

    Why You'll Like It: Its compact runs, punishing tactical battles, and combo-driven card interactions scratch a very similar strategic itch despite a different board setup.

  10. #10 Die in the Dungeon
    91% matchVery Positive92% of 2,752 reviews2025
    Dev: ATICOPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Fight your way through a mysterious dungeon in this deck-building, turn-based roguelike game where you don't use cards, but dice! Deal with enemies by combining powerful dice on your board, boost their effects with magical relics, and risk it all hoping for a good roll on unexpected encounters.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.4%, Deckbuilding 15.8%, Card Game 14.3%, Card Battler 12.2%, Roguelike 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It channels the same run-to-run experimentation and turn-based combat loop, just with dice-driven deckbuilding instead of traditional cards.

  11. #11 Chrono Ark
    90% matchVery Positive91% of 13,325 reviews2024
    Dev: Al Fine
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Chrono Ark is a singleplayer roguelike that combines elements from deckbuilders and party-based RPGs. Recruit, train, and build a team of unique Investigators to restore the Twisted World!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 47.1%, Card Game 11.6%, Strategy 8.1%, Card Battler 6.8%, Deckbuilding 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It combines party-based turn-based battles with dense deck synergies and roguelike progression in a way that should strongly click with Slay the Spire fans.

  12. #12 Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles
    89% matchVery Positive92% of 4,424 reviews2023
    Dev: Little Leo GamesPub: Akupara Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Astrea is a DICE-deck-building roguelike that flips the script on deckbuilders by using dice instead of cards and a unique dual “damage” system: Purification vs Corruption. Build a dice pool strong enough to purify Astrea's out-of-control corruption and save the Star System.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.9%, Deckbuilding 14.6%, Card Game 13.8%, Card Battler 12.1%, Roguelike 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Even though it replaces cards with dice, it delivers the same kind of run-based build crafting, status synergies, and high-stakes turn-based planning.

  13. #13 Tainted Grail: Conquest
    89% matchVery Positive90% of 8,124 reviews2021
    Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    A unique, infinitely replayable, story-driven hybrid between a deck-building Roguelike and an RPG game. Explore the ever-changing maps, fight with deadly enemies, and learn what happened to the cursed island of Avalon.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 28.3%, Card Game 25.1%, Roguelike 17.3%, Card Battler 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Its dark run-based structure, node progression, and highly synergistic card combat make it a natural next step for players who love Spire-style runs.

  14. #14 Gordian Quest
    88% matchVery Positive89% of 5,923 reviews2022
    Dev: Mixed Realms Pte Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.1%, Card Game 16.3%, Deckbuilding 16%, Card Battler 13.8%, Roguelike 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It stretches the formula into a larger RPG framework but still nails tactical card combat, party composition, and rewarding deck optimization.

  15. #15 Breachway
    87% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,353 reviews2024
    Dev: Edgeflow StudioPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Explore the galaxy in this deckbuilding, sci-fi roguelike where ship upgrades and crew management are key to your survival. Optimize resource generation, engage in intense turn-based battles, and take on ever-growing threats as you seek out The Signal.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.3%, Deckbuilding 13.8%, Card Game 12.7%, Card Battler 10.5%, Roguelike 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This is essentially a spaceship take on the roguelike deckbuilder formula, with route decisions, scaling builds, and turn-based combat at its core.

  16. #16 Cobalt Core
    85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,128 reviews2023
    Dev: Rocket Rat GamesPub: Brace Yourself Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A sci-fi roguelike deckbuilder with a deep new single-axis spin on tactics games! Dodge missiles, line up your cannons, and blast 'em out of the sky... Then get to the bottom of these time loops, before it's too late!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 34%, Card Game 21.9%, Roguelike 15%, Deckbuilding 14.4%, Strategy 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It mixes crisp deckbuilding with elegant turn-based ship combat, making it feel fresh while still delivering the same satisfying run optimization.

  17. #17 Trials of Fire
    86% matchVery Positive86% of 3,239 reviews2021
    Dev: Whatboy Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    A Tactical, Deck-Building Roguelite. Choose 3 Heroes and adventure into a post-Cataclysmic wasteland. Engage enemies in a unique meld of card-play and tactical, positional combat. Level up and scavenge what you can to customise your decks and build a party to take on any challenge!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.4%, Card Battler 15%, Card Game 14.2%, Deckbuilding 11.4%, Dungeon Crawler 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It blends tactical positioning and card-based combat into a roguelike campaign structure that rewards the same careful sequencing and build planning.

  18. #18 Banners of Ruin
    86% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,181 reviews2021
    Dev: MonteBearoPub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Assemble your party. Answer the call. Win the war. Build a deck and fight a series of turn-based combats with up to 6 party characters through the city of Dawn's Point. Each character can unlock a set of unique cards and abilities that can augment your deck in powerful, exciting ways.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.7%, Deckbuilding 15.6%, Card Game 14.7%, Card Battler 12.8%, Roguelike 10.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Its party-based deckbuilding and node-driven roguelike progression create a similar mix of tactical combat and long-term run shaping.

  19. #19 SpellRogue
    83% matchVery Positive87% of 1,585 reviews2025
    Dev: Guidelight GamesPub: Ghost Ship Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    SpellRogue is the ultimate tactical turn-based roguelike! Draft from over 350 powerful spells to assemble the perfect combination and crush your enemies in 70+ unique encounters. Face brutal choices, adapt to impossible odds, and strike back at the horrors that destroyed the world.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 19.5%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 19.4%, Card Game 13.4%, Card Battler 11.5%, Roguelike 9.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Though it is dice-based rather than card-based, it delivers the same thrill of building a run around cascading synergies and smart turn sequencing.

  20. #20 One More Gate : A Wakfu Legend
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 358 reviews2023
    Dev: Ankama StudioPub: Ankama Games
    Windows · Mac

    One More Gate is a rogue-lite deck-builder that combines exploration and turn-based strategic combat. Head out to discover fantastic places, master the power of Wakfu to create destructive card combos, and defeat all those who would stand in your way!

    Why similar: Card Game 25.3%, Card Battler 21.3%, Deckbuilding 17.4%, Strategy 10.8%, Roguelike 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Its lane-based fights and combo-heavy deckbuilding still feel very much in the Slay the Spire family, with strong momentum and clean tactical choices.

  21. #21 Knock on the Coffin Lid
    82% matchVery Positive84% of 2,838 reviews2024
    Dev: RedBoon
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Investigate your own death, find ways to break free from a time loop, choose a hero who will ascend to the throne and rule the Northern gate! The fates of whole nations of the land of Midian depend on your choices.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.6%, Deckbuilding 15.8%, Card Game 14.7%, Card Battler 12.5%, Roguelike 10.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers branching roguelike runs and familiar card-battling structure while adding more narrative framing and class identity.

  22. #22 Pirates Outlaws
    84% matchVery Positive83% of 746 reviews2020
    Dev: Fabled Game
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 25.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Pirates Outlaws is a roguelike card game in which you navigate dangerous seas and challenge their masters. Your expedition will be full of ambushes and will not be easy. Build your deck and combos to become a reputed pirate.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23.1%, Card Game 15.9%, Card Battler 13.1%, Deckbuilding 12.8%, Roguelike 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Its map-based runs, relic-like effects, and combat pacing are heavily inspired by Slay the Spire, making it an easy recommendation for genre purists.

  23. #23 Acolyte of the Altar
    82% matchMostly Positive74% of 99 reviews2024
    Dev: Black Kite Games
    Windows

    Hunt through the wastelands for colossal Beasts in this roguelike deckbuilder. Beware! Beasts grow stronger during battle, allowing them to consume your creatures or counter your spells. Carve profane Gifts from these behemoths and grow stronger to serve your Patron! But serve them to what end?

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.2%, Deckbuilding 15.6%, Card Game 15.5%, Card Battler 13%, Roguelike 10.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Its focus on boss hunting, card synergies, and repeatable roguelike runs makes it a strong fit for anyone who likes the combat puzzle side of Spire.

  24. #24 Alina of the Arena
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 3,884 reviews2022
    Dev: PINIX
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    A roguelike deckbuilding tactics game that combines elements from 'Slay the Spire' and 'Into the Breach'. Play as a gladiator to survive. With roguelike deckbuilding and hex-based tactics, no longer bound by simple attack and defense. Make use of dodges and knockbacks to stay alive!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 28.9%, Card Game 17.2%, Roguelike 14.7%, Deckbuilding 13.9%, Roguelite 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This one stands out for combining deckbuilding with grid tactics, but it still captures the same careful turn planning and combo-building satisfaction.

  25. #25 Beneath Oresa
    81% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,655 reviews2023
    Dev: Broken Spear Inc.Pub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Beneath Oresa, a fighting roguelike deckbuilder, takes you deep within the city to confront your foes. As a strategist, choose your cards, upgrades, and artifacts wisely, but as a fighter, turn their positioning to your advantage.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26.8%, Deckbuilding 20.4%, Card Game 18.1%, Roguelike 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It keeps the core deckbuilding loop but adds positional wrinkles and flashy encounters, giving a more kinetic twist on Spire-like combat.

  26. #26 Balatro
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 187,446 reviews2024
    Dev: LocalThunkPub: Playstack
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 20.6 hrsMean: 46.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24.2%, Card Game 19.4%, Deckbuilding 17%, Roguelike 12.8%, Card Battler 8.4%

  27. #27 He is Coming
    77% matchVery Positive85% of 3,693 reviews2025
    Dev: ChronoclePub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Deep in the forgotten corners of the world, a dark force stirs – the Demon King rises once more. Sharpen your wits, seek out powerful artifacts, and stand firm in the face of the apocalypse in this roguelite RPG auto battler.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 15.2%, Deckbuilding 12%, Card Game 11.2%, Card Battler 9.3%, Roguelike 8.1%

  28. #28 9 Kings
    76% matchVery Positive93% of 20,576 reviews2025
    Dev: Sad SocketPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A fast-paced roguelike kingdom builder. Grow your empire and fight massive battles against powerful rival kings. Break the game with thousands of insane builds to become the King of Kings.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.3%, Deckbuilding 13.7%, Card Game 12.5%, Card Battler 10.5%, Roguelike 9.1%

  29. #29 Fights in Tight Spaces
    78% matchVery Positive90% of 3,799 reviews2021
    Dev: Ground ShatterPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    A stylish blend of deck-building, turn-based tactics, and thrilling animated fight sequences in classic action-movie settings. Learn to balance your hand, momentum, and positioning to overcome the odds to defeat your adversaries. Build your deck, control the space and live to fight another day.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24.7%, Deckbuilding 22.3%, Card Game 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Strategy 11.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Its turn-based card combat is more positional and stylish, but the emphasis on sequencing, deck refinement, and efficient fights is very similar.

  30. #30 Blood Card
    80% matchVery Positive81% of 722 reviews2019
    Dev: Pixel Cattle Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    This card game combines elements of roguelike and deckbuilding. During the game, you shall strive ahead, gathering cards to build a unique deck and use it to defeat the enemies getting in your way. You will have to choose between escaping or try to defeat Death, who is relentlessly pursuing you.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.6%, Deckbuilding 15.9%, Card Battler 14.8%, Card Game 14.8%, Roguelike 9.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It is one of the more direct Slay the Spire-style deckbuilders on Steam, with familiar roguelike structure and combat built around deck manipulation.

  31. #31 DICEOMANCER
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,441 reviews2024
    Dev: 超厚皮猪猪 Ultra Piggy StudioPub: Gamirror Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    DICEOMANCER is a roguelike deck-building game. Though you long for a peaceful life, you're forced to embark on an adventure. In this world of swords, magic, and guns, make good use of your dice and deck to find a way back to tranquility! What can the dice be used for? To change... anything.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 25.2%, Card Game 20.4%, Deckbuilding 15.6%, Card Battler 15.1%, Strategy 11.3%

  32. #32 Card Quest
    79% matchVery Positive86% of 371 reviews2017
    Dev: WinterSpring Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Card Quest is a dungeon crawling adventure game with unique card combat. Play with a variety of unique character classes, and customize decks to fit your playstyle. Explore the strategic depth of tactical roguelike gameplay, and crush the undead plague.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22%, Deckbuilding 15.3%, Card Game 13.9%, Card Battler 13.2%, Roguelike 9.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It delivers punishing turn-based card battles and class-specific build depth for players who enjoy the cerebral side of Slay the Spire.

  33. #33 Nadir: A Grimdark Deckbuilder
    79% matchMixed63% of 329 reviews2023
    Dev: Black Eye Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Nadir is a roguelike deck-builder with a twist: the cost to play a card is an enemy reaction you can predict. Craft your own cards to slay powerful demons. Gather resources, expand your city, grow in power and conquer the underworld.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.7%, Deckbuilding 17%, Card Game 16.1%, Card Battler 13.3%, Roguelike 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This is another combat-first roguelike deckbuilder with branching runs and synergy hunting, just with a darker presentation and lane mechanics.

  34. #34 NEOVERSE
    78% matchVery Positive84% of 3,753 reviews2020
    Dev: Tinogames Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Neoverse is a beautiful, fantastic game consisting of adventures with thrilling challenges. It is a strategic, action, rogue-lite, deck building game that will test the player’s skill. Start an adventure with unique heroes to save the world along various timelines.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 25.6%, Card Battler 20.6%, Card Game 20.4%, Roguelite 9.1%, Roguelike 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It is a straightforward roguelite deckbuilder with familiar class runs, scaling synergies, and a structure that will feel instantly comfortable to Spire players.

  35. #35 Decktamer
    74% matchVery Positive85% of 1,731 reviews2025
    Dev: Horizon EdgePub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Deck-building meets monster catching in this turn-based roguelike. Recruit enemy cards to your party as you dive into the depths of the abyss. Will you kill them or will you tame them?

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 25.3%, Deckbuilding 17.6%, Card Game 17%, Card Battler 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%

  36. #36 Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers
    75% matchVery Positive81% of 3,291 reviews2024
    Dev: Purple Moss CollectorsPub: Yogscast Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Battle your way through a seedy tavern filled with gambling addicted townspeople in this Blackjack Roguelike Adventure. From aces and face cards to tarot cards, business cards and more, create your unique deck to beat the house.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23.7%, Deckbuilding 17.5%, Card Game 16.3%, Card Battler 12.2%, Roguelike 11.6%

  37. #37 Dicey Dungeons
    76% matchVery Positive89% of 11,511 reviews2019
    Dev: Terry Cavanagh
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Become a giant walking dice, explore dungeons and defy Lady Luck in this dice powered roguelike! Now featuring "Reunion", a free DLC with six brand-new episodes!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 35.7%, Deckbuilding 16%, Card Battler 15.8%, Card Game 9%, Roguelike 7.2%

  38. #38 As We Descend
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 1,106 reviews2025
    Dev: Box DragonPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    The apocalyptic roguelike deckbuilder with squad sculpting and deep tactics. Recruit the right units and outmaneuver titanic foes on dangerous expeditions. Build up allies and resources in the feudal Vault-City. Can you survive all the perils that await the last bastion of humanity?

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23.6%, Deckbuilding 16.9%, Card Game 16%, Card Battler 13.4%, Roguelike 11.1%

  39. #39 Inkbound
    74% matchVery Positive87% of 3,952 reviews2024
    Dev: Shiny Shoe
    Windows
    Median: 11.1 hrsMean: 29.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    A turn-based tactical roguelike from the creators of Monster Train. Play solo or co-op, create powerful builds, and save the Atheneum.

    Why similar: Roguelike 27.8%, Turn-Based Combat 22.8%, Roguelite 17.2%, Strategy 14.9%, Procedural Generation 11.1%

  40. #40 Backpack Battles
    72% matchVery Positive91% of 19,754 reviews2025
    Dev: PlayWithFurciferPub: IndieArk
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    A PvP inventory management auto battler! Buy and craft powerful items, then carefully arrange them in your backpack.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 41.7%, Roguelike 15.4%, Card Battler 14.8%, Strategy 14%, Multiplayer 9.4%

  41. #41 Hades II
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 115,994 reviews2025
    Dev: Supergiant Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24.0 hrsMean: 41.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.

    Why similar: Roguelike 40.7%, Dungeon Crawler 25%, Roguelite 22.9%, Difficult 6.8%, Indie 3%

  42. #42 Inkborn
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 84 reviews2025
    Dev: Acram Digital
    Windows · Mac

    Inkborn is a roguelike deckbuilder with a card system built around chaining Glyph-based combos. Sequence your cards in tactical combat to unleash impactful effects. Customize your Skill Tree before each run, evolve new abilities and uncover the hidden story of a world folded in ink, metal and paper.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.4%, Deckbuilding 16.2%, Card Game 15.7%, Card Battler 12.5%, Roguelike 10.7%

  43. #43 Darkest Dungeon® II
    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 25,172 reviews2023
    Dev: Red Hook Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 34.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Darkest Dungeon II is a roguelike road trip of the damned. Form a party, equip your stagecoach, and set off across the decaying landscape on a last gasp quest to avert the apocalypse. The greatest dangers you face, however, may come from within...

    Why similar: Roguelike 25.5%, Dungeon Crawler 25.4%, Roguelite 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Procedural Generation 7.8%

  44. #44 Ring of Pain
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 5,015 reviews2020
    Dev: Simon BoxerPub: Balor Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Enter the Ring of Pain, a roguelike card crawler where encounters come to you. Each step around the ring a dire decision. Go for the loot or backstab a creeping horror? Meet strange friends bearing gifts and treasure. Choose your gear wisely to survive and discover the secrets of the Ring of Pain.

    Why similar: Card Game 27.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.9%, Roguelike 16.3%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 11%, Roguelite 10.8%

  45. #45 Northwind
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 78 reviews2025
    Dev: Barking Kitten Interactive
    Windows

    Northwind is a monster-hunting roguelite deckbuilder with a tug-of-war combat twist, card crafting, and a mana management system inspired by Magic: The Gathering.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.7%, Deckbuilding 15%, Card Game 14.8%, Card Battler 12.4%, Roguelike 9.8%

  46. #46 Rune Gate
    71% matchVery Positive91% of 55 reviews2024
    Dev: Devwind
    Windows

    Rune Gate is a roguelite deckbuilder centered on card customization. Craft unique battle strategies with different runes. Face continuous challenges, where every choice can lead to victory or defeat. Dive into Rune Gate, unleash creativity, and explore endless card combinations.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 24.6%, Deckbuilding 16%, Card Game 15.7%, Card Battler 13.9%, Roguelike 10.7%

  47. #47 Deathless. The Hero Quest
    70% matchVery Positive88% of 983 reviews2024
    Dev: 1C Game StudiosPub: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    In Deathless, elements of a collectible card game, roguelike, and turn-based strategy combine seamlessly. Build a unique deck of cards, discover unusual relics, and defeat legendary bosses. No two journeys will ever be the same with endless Path. Crush the Evil and save the world!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.5%, Deckbuilding 15.5%, Card Game 14%, Card Battler 11.4%, Roguelike 8.5%

  48. #48 Inscryption
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 143,157 reviews2021
    Dev: Daniel Mullins GamesPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Inscryption is an inky black card-based odyssey that blends the deckbuilding roguelike, escape-room style puzzles, and psychological horror into a blood-laced smoothie. Darker still are the secrets inscrybed upon the cards...

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 25.5%, Card Game 24.6%, Card Battler 22.3%, Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 7.1%

  49. #49 Cultivation Story: Infinite Sword Realm
    70% matchMostly Positive79% of 52 reviews2025
    Dev: Bid Pond Studio Ltd.Pub: Chi Entertainment Corp.
    Windows

    Cultivation Story: Infinite Sword Realm is an action-packed roguelike deckbuilder rooted in Cultivation and Chinese mythology, where every action costs you lifespan. Enter the realm of Swords, balance power and mortality as you climb the path to immortality.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 25.1%, Card Game 16.9%, Deckbuilding 16.8%, Card Battler 14%, Roguelike 11.2%

  50. #50 Lost Castle 2
    69% matchMostly Positive80% of 10,784 reviews2024
    Dev: Hunter Studio
    Windows
    Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%

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

    Why similar: Roguelike 34.6%, Co-op 20.3%, Multiplayer 19%, Roguelite 18.4%, 2D 3%

  51. #51 Blood Card 2: Dark Mist
    71% matchVery Positive86% of 304 reviews2021
    Dev: Pixel Cattle Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Dark Mist is a card game that combines elements of the roguelike deckbuilder genre with enemies that appear in waves. Defeat monsters and level up during battle to keep yourself going.

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 19.9%, Card Game 18.4%, Card Battler 16.2%, Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelite 6.8%

  52. #52 Backpack Hero
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 8,287 reviews2023
    Dev: JaspelPub: Pretty Soon
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    The inventory management roguelike! Collect rare items, organize your backpack, and vanquish your foes!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 27.2%, Deckbuilding 21.4%, Card Battler 14.1%, Roguelike 12.6%, Roguelite 7.1%

  53. #53 Cubic Cosmos
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 670 reviews2025
    Dev: Inkstone AtelierPub: Lilith Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Cubic Cosmos is a thrilling fast-paced roguelike card game. You have been trapped in a deadly game. One wrong move could see you reduced to a plaything of the goddess. Can you free yourself from the endless cycle and escape your fate?

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 26.6%, Card Game 19.5%, Deckbuilding 15%, Card Battler 14.3%, Strategy 10.4%

  54. #54 Faith in Despair
    67% matchVery Positive98% of 58 reviews2025
    Dev: Philipp Lehner
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Forge your own cards with triggers, actions and modifiers. Shape your deck and gamble against Death itself. Make one mistake and you will descend into despair.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 22.8%, Deckbuilding 15.7%, Card Game 15.4%, Card Battler 13.6%, Roguelike 10.6%

  55. #55 Novus Orbis
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 105 reviews2025
    Dev: Seizo GamesPub: 2 Left Thumbs
    Windows

    A combo-based deckbuilding roguelike through a space-time loop: collect cards, receive blessings, add pets to your party, and grow stronger. Chain together cards in the right order for max power, and act before the enemy does. Build synergistic decks, find many secrets, and make BIG numbers!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 21.2%, Deckbuilding 16.3%, Card Game 12.3%, Card Battler 10.9%, Roguelike 10.7%

  56. #56 Emberward
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,607 reviews2024
    Dev: Refic Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Build twisting mazes with tetromino blocks and deploy unique towers in this strategic roguelite tower defense adventure!

    Why similar: Deckbuilding 29.7%, Roguelike 17.6%, Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.2%, Roguelite 13.1%, Strategy 12.3%

  57. #57 Super Fantasy Kingdom
    65% matchVery Positive88% of 5,123 reviews2025
    Dev: Super Fantasy GamesPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
    Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Rebuild your kingdom and explore a vibrant fantasy world in this roguelite city builder. Defeat hordes of monsters with a unique team of defenders as you harvest, build, mine, cook, brew, and grow. But if your defenses should fail, be prepared to watch it all burn!

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 17.1%, Deckbuilding 13.5%, Card Game 12.5%, Card Battler 10.4%, Roguelike 9.2%

  58. #58 Meteorfall: Krumit's Tale
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 888 reviews2020
    Dev: Slothwerks
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Krumit's Tale, the second game in the Meteorfall universe, is a new take on the deckbuilding roguelike genre. Use your cards to clear dungeons, then upgrade your deck with new cards and perks to press forward. The fate of the world is in your hands.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 20.1%, Card Game 20%, Deckbuilding 19.6%, Card Battler 10.8%, Roguelite 7.7%

  59. #59 Magecraft: Spellbuilding
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 87 reviews2025
    Dev: Violet Grimoire
    Windows

    Craft spell cards, collect new effects, and build the perfect deck as you fight through rounds of turn-based combat. Survive randomly-generated dungeon layouts by countering enemy attacks with your own spells, and make the most of the powers and scrolls you pick up along the way.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23.9%, Card Game 16.5%, Deckbuilding 16.3%, Card Battler 13.7%, Dungeon Crawler 8.3%

  60. #60 Breach Wanderers
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 428 reviews2023
    Dev: Baronnerie Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 25.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    A fresh take on Roguelike Deckbuilders that lets you fine-tune your decks before each run to adapt your strategy on your way to victory. Over 1,200 cards to choose from, ten characters with their own set of unique skills, and dozens of items and missions to evolve your tactics.

    Why similar: Roguelike Deckbuilder 23.2%, Deckbuilding 17.5%, Card Game 14.4%, Card Battler 13.3%, Roguelike 9.5%

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