- #1 Descent from Arkov's Tower
97% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: Saturn91Pub: DreamStudios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Highly moddable roguelike. Descend from Arkov's Tower - or die trying!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 35% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Roguelike 7.9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.6%
- #2 Kramora's Shadow
96% matchVery Positive82% of 62 reviews2017
Dev: Slashware Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 29%
A turn-based traditional roguelike featuring 10 character classes with unique gameplay styles. Explore five ancient realms to find ancient magical artifacts you will need to survive tactical battles against their evil inhabitants. Can you save the world from the wrath of Kramora?
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 34% ★, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%, Perma Death 9.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%, Roguelike 8.7%
- #3 Deadzoned: A Credits Bounty
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Deadzoned is a sci-fi turn-based Roguelike. Blast your way through the lawless sectors battling dangerous creatures, outlaws, and the environment itself. But you'll need your wits to make best use of the variety of resources you stumble upon to survive and claim the head of your bounty!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 34.8% ★, Perma Death 15.5%, Dungeon Crawler 12.9%, Roguelike 8.1%, Procedural Generation 7.8%
- #4 Rogue
95% matchVery Positive94% of 489 reviews2020
Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Experience the commercial port of the game that spawned a thousand 'Rogue-likes'. Venture into the Dungeons of Doom in search of the legendary Amulet of Yendor, and hopefully escape with your life! Randomly generated dungeons await you, full of nasty monsters, insidious traps, and glittering loot.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 37.3% ★, Perma Death 13.8%, Dungeon Crawler 10.5%, Roguelike 8.5%, Procedural Generation 7.2%
- #5 My Cousin the Rogue
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vaporwario
Windows
A simple traditional roguelike with ASCII art where you save the monsters instead of hurting them.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 38.3% ★, Dungeon Crawler 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, Roguelike 8.2%
- #6 ByteRogue
94% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: 11clockPub: Chronicle Bench
Windows
ByteRogue is a minimalist turn-based puzzle-tactics roguelike where you play as a wizard-thief. Use spells to outsmart security robots, manipulate the environment, and steal as much treasure as you can in each daring heist.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 28.4% ★, Perma Death 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Dungeon Crawler 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%
- #7 Rogue Fable IV
93% matchVery Positive94% of 218 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Forge Games
Windows · Mac
Storm the lair of the immortal wizard Yendor in this fast paced, turn based, traditional rogue-like. The massive scope, deep mechanics and challenging gameplay that define the genre distilled into dense and highly varied one hour runs.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 29.2% ★, Perma Death 12.4%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.4%
- #8 Sword of Fargoal
92% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic roguelike, released in 1983 for the Commodore 64 by Epyx, search the dark depths of a twisted dungeon, teeming with fiendish enemies and dangerous traps, for the legendary Sword of Fargoal, the only thing that can defeat the evil wizard Umla.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 35.6% ★, Perma Death 15.9%, Dungeon Crawler 13.6%, Roguelike 7.1%, Retro 6.8%
- #9 Dungeon Croaker
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Greedable
Windows
Dungeon Croaker is a frog themed turn-based roguelike dungeon crawler. Navigate randomly generated dungeon floors, find and synergize relic effects, fight enemies with unique abilities, avoid dangerous environmental hazards, and defeat powerful dungeon bosses.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 34.7% ★, Dungeon Crawler 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Roguelike 7.3%
- #10 Curse of the Abyss
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sprouting Potato
Windows · Mac · Linux
Curse of the Abyss is a Traditional Roguelike with a twist. Manage your resources and explore the abyss and slay the various Guardians of the Abyss and remove the curses.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 49.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Roguelike 7.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.1%, Turn-Based Combat 5.8%
- #11 Zorbus
90% matchVery Positive91% of 361 reviews2022
Dev: Zorbus
Windows
Zorbus is a fantasy-themed, tile-based, turn-based, traditional roguelike game.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 37.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Perma Death 12.4%, Roguelike 8.3%, Procedural Generation 7.4%
- #12 EmbeRogue
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AzStrocytePub: HibouCorp
Windows
EmbeRogue is a real roguelike: turn-based, grid-based and boom-based, where everything can burn. Make your escape or tame your inner flames to defeat the FireLords.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 32.6% ★, Perma Death 13.5%, Dungeon Crawler 11.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%
- #13 Dungeon of Rikka
89% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2020
Dev: Poorly Drawn Squid
Windows · Linux
Dungeon of Rikka is a turn based Rogue-like game with the goal to save your village from the impending doom of the beast that's been sealed away to rot in the deepest corner of the Dungeon. The beast will break his shackles and ascend the Dungeon, becoming stronger the longer you take to get to him.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 29.9% ★, Perma Death 13.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%
- #14 Gum Flesh
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SpaceMyFriend
Windows
Gum Flesh is a turn based roguelike that takes place on the back of a celestial monster. Use your wits and fragile supplies to take on strange plants and fauna on a planet where you are definitely not welcome. The air is different here. Your body is starting to change.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 31.4% ★, Perma Death 12.9%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%
- #15 Jupiter Hell Classic
86% matchVery Positive97% of 208 reviews2025
Dev: ChaosForgePub: Hyperstrange
Windows
Jupiter Hell Classic is the demake of a remake of a roguelike unmake of a famous 1993 FPS shooter. Rip and Tear!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 34.4% ★, Perma Death 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Dungeon Crawler 8.2%, Roguelike 8.1%
- #16 Beast Dungeon
87% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Dragon Dropper
Windows · Linux
A classic roguelike dungeon crawler with pixel graphics. Fight to the bottom of the dungeon and defeat the Lich Lord! Level up, find powerful equipment, and learn new spells to become the hero the world needs.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 35% ★, Perma Death 15.8%, Dungeon Crawler 11.6%, Roguelike 8%, Procedural Generation 6.9%
- #17 Ad Iterum
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gabriel MaldonadoPub: Krapao
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ad Iterum is a turn-based top-down 2D roguelike set in a decaying, ever-shifting world. Flesh is fragile, but you can hack it. Enhance your body, embrace mutations, or form ancient blood pacts. Descend into the depths, scavenge what’s left of humanity, and crawl back...if you can. Kill. Die. Repeat.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 24.8% ★, Perma Death 18%, Dungeon Crawler 13.7%, Roguelike 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%
- #18 Conqueror Of Time
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Ken LoudonPub: PIE Studios
Windows
Conqueror Of Time is a traditional dungeon crawl rogue game with a time travel theme. Choose a character from different time periods and fight your way through dungeons using various items from different times and spaces. Use time travel abilities to fight alongside your past or future self.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 25.4% ★, Perma Death 17.6%, Dungeon Crawler 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Roguelike 9.4%
- #19 Grix: The Dragon Tower
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: D-Pad
Windows
Grix is a grid-based roguelike set in procedurally generated dungeons. Discover hidden rules, anticipate danger, climb to the top of the tower, and slay the dragon that awaits you!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 31.9% ★, Perma Death 13.5%, Dungeon Crawler 11.7%, Loot 8%, Roguelike 7.9%
- #20 Mines of Moria (An Adventurer's Touch)
84% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Rufe.org LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
A remake of the turn-based Roguelike "Mines of Moria" (late 1980s). Six D&D style classes progress into the randomly generated Dwarvish mines seeking the trophy of defeating a Balrog.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 43.4% ★, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, PvE 9%, Roguelike 8.5%, Top-Down 5%
- #21 Rogue Titan
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Happyland Games
Windows
Become the titan Prometheus in this tactical turn-based roguelike, where every battle is a chessboard and every move counts. In a world that only moves when you move, dominate strategic battles, upgrade your skills, and face mythical enemies and permadeath.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 34.1% ★, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Perma Death 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%
- #22 Path of Achra
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 3,085 reviews2024
Dev: UlfsirePub: Slouching Beast LLC
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Path of Achra is a dark fantasy roguelike of the ancient earth, with a focus on streamlined controls and rapid hero customization. A "broken build sandbox." Fight through the deadly lands of Achra to reach the horrors of the Obelisk, and discover what lies beyond...
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 30.1% ★, Perma Death 15.7%, Dungeon Crawler 13.4%, Roguelike 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10%
- #23 冥河旅人(Duat Wayfarer)
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlueWind
Windows
Become an ancient Egyptian jeweler in this smart strategy game! Traverse Duat’s 12 perilous underworld gates to uncover a long-buried divine conspiracy. Mix ray mechanics & Roguelike gameplay, craft a unique style with enchanted bookmarks, gems & relics. Prove mortal ingenuity topples divine thrones
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 40.7% ★, Perma Death 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%, Lore-Rich 6.2%
- #24 A Scoundrel in the Underlair
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Insidious Arts
Windows
Head out into the woods and find the dreaded Underlair in this traditional turn-based roguelike.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 49.1% ★, Roguelike 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Procedural Generation 5.6%, Top-Down 4.9%
- #25 Hollows Of Rogue
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: r618
Windows
"Rogue - but better" - a traditional roguelike modernized for current era - descent into deadly dungeon, defeat (or avoid) its inhabitants using loot you find and escape with legendary Amulet of Yendor which started it all
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 33.4% ★, Perma Death 13.5%, Dungeon Crawler 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%, Roguelike 7.8%
- #26 GnollHack
79% matchPositive84% of 45 reviews2025
Dev: Hyvän mielen pelit ry
Windows
The modern way to play NetHack
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 45.1% ★, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Perma Death 10.3%, Roguelike 9.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.2%
- #27 Nascentiar
79% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: JustusPan
Windows
A classic turn-based roguelike dungeon crawler with D20 dice combat. Three unique classes — a soul-projecting Cultivator, a monster-recruiting Mask Master, and a shadow-stalking Rogue. 117 monsters, randomized identification, and procedural dungeons make every run a new adventure.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 44.8% ★, Perma Death 19.5%, Roguelike 8.9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.2%, Strategy 6%
- #28 Rogue Empire: Dungeon Crawler RPG
80% matchVery Positive86% of 388 reviews2019
Dev: Portal Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.2 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Explore randomly generated content and experience the thrill of a classic tactical turn-based rogue-like RPG! Choose from a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique abilities and strengths. Get ready for an unforgettable journey of strategy, skill, and discovery.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 33.8% ★, Perma Death 15.8%, Dungeon Crawler 11.8%, Roguelike 7.9%, Procedural Generation 7%
- #29 Necrowarp
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Barely Soldered
Windows
Serve your patron deity of death by summoning horrifying abominations to clash with the forces of good as you descend into the deepest pits of the old world. Will you sever the thread of fate and emerge from the chaos as a supreme ascendant in this traditional turn-based roguelike?
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 37.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Roguelike 5.9%
- #30 Rift Wizard 3
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dylan White
Windows
Rift Wizard is a hardcore combat strategy roguelike and wizard simulator featuring an extremely deep build system. Customize your Wizard with more than 500 spells and magical artifacts. Blast, summon, or enchant your way through 20 levels of pure turn based chaos.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 45.1% ★, Dungeon Crawler 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Roguelike 8.4%, Procedural Generation 5.5%
- #31 Beyond the Bridge
77% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Sacker Games
Windows · Linux
Beyond the Bridge is a tribute to one of the earliest roguelikes, Moria. Your journey begins with creating your character by choosing a class. From there, you'll explore six procedurally generated levels before reaching the goal of your quest and making your escape!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 39.7% ★, Dungeon Crawler 16.5%, Roguelike 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.5%
- #32 Asterogue
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Chris McCormickPub: McCormick IT
Windows · Linux
A sci-fi roguelike where you descend 17 procedurally generated levels into a hollow asteroid. Battle aliens, collect futuristic weapons and nanotech, manage hunger and permadeath. Fast, minimal, turn-based combat inspired by the original Rogue.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 30.9% ★, Perma Death 11.9%, Dungeon Crawler 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%, Roguelike 7.4%
- #33 Dose Response
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Try Jumping
Windows · Linux
Dose Response is a roguelike game where you play an addict. Avoid the dangers threatening your mind and body while desperately looking for the next fix.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 39.6% ★, Perma Death 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Roguelike 8.8%, Procedural Generation 7.4%
- #34 Theralite
75% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: DualBitz
Windows
A turn based Sci-fi Roguelike where players explore the deep mines on a distant planet, find/trade equipment, battle monsters and try to survive.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 39.9% ★, Roguelike 10.8%, Procedural Generation 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.4%, Perma Death 7.3%
- #35 Monster Lily
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kasha Club
Windows · Linux
A Deeply Tactical ASCII Roguelike with unique and often surprising mechanics. Explore Hanwu Divinity College and uncover its secrets.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 32.9% ★, Perma Death 12.6%, Dungeon Crawler 11.8%, Roguelike 7.4%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%
- #36 混沌小队(CHAOS SQUAD)
76% matchMostly Negative23% of 30 reviews2022
Dev: 螺母游戏
Windows
Chaos Squad is a turn-based tactics game with Cthulhu, rouge-lite and survival elements. Build your squad with 10 unique heroes. Embark on 12 levels in a snowy mountain, grassland and more. Defeat monsters, collect treasures and eventually unveil the truth behind the disaster of ruptured continent.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 43.2% ★, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Strategy 6.5%
- #37 Eye of Khaos
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Seven Eons
Windows · Linux
Slay your enemies in this sword and sorcery roguelike! Ancient dungeons, fallen ruins and cyclopean towers and their primordial denizens present a tactical and deadly challenge that can only be overcome by the most resourceful heroes.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 42.9% ★, Dungeon Crawler 10.6%, Perma Death 10.2%, Roguelike 8.6%, Procedural Generation 8.4%
- #38 Chronicles IV: Ebonheim
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brianna Townsend
Windows · Mac · Linux
A classic dungeon-crawling CRPG with nuanced character building and brutal, turn-based tactical combat. Explore a fully non-procedural world that changes when you die. Progress on the backs of your past-slain heroes by using their gear and memories to carry onward.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 26.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%
- #39 Shattered Pixel Dungeon
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,993 reviews2022
Dev: Shattered Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Shattered Pixel Dungeon is a traditional roguelike dungeon crawler that's simple to start but hard to master! Every game is a unique challenge, with six different heroes, randomized levels and enemies, and hundreds of items to collect and use.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 35.4% ★, Perma Death 14.1%, Dungeon Crawler 13.8%, Roguelike 8.1%, Procedural Generation 6.7%
- #40 MidBoss
74% matchVery Positive86% of 273 reviews2017
Dev: Kitsune Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Kill your enemies, possess their bodies, and take their abilities as your own in this turn-based procedurally generated death labyrinth.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 61.6% ★, Roguelike 9.8%, Dungeon Crawler 6.8%, Perma Death 6.7%, Procedural Generation 4%
- #41 Dungeon World
70% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: FBRZD
Windows · Linux
Dungeon World mixes roguelike and sandbox elements while keeping simple gameplay and retro style. Explore procedural worlds, plan your journey, make a family, modify the lands, get old and reincarnate with more world knowledge.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 38.4% ★, Dungeon Crawler 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Procedural Generation 9.3%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%
- #42 Amulet of Iovar
72% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: Taifuuni
Windows
Amulet of Iovar is an oldschool roguelike inspired by Nethack. Delve deep into the Dungeon of Iovar, steal the amulet of the divine and ascend to godhood!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 52% ★, Dungeon Crawler 16.9%, Roguelike 10.4%, Procedural Generation 9.5%, Turn-Based Combat 4.7%
- #43 Ashcrown Gauntlet
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Samuel Chorvat
Windows
Ashcrown Gauntlet is a turn-based roguelike strategy game focused on champion-based combat. Assemble your team, adapt to escalating challenges, and outthink your enemies to climb the legendary Crowns. Every decision matters. Will you rise to claim the Ashcrown?
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 21.4% ★, Perma Death 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Roguelike 10%
- #44 Valiant Villagers
69% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Nolasco Matus
Windows
Assemble your villagers and defeat the ultimate evil! Valiant Villagers is a roguelike strategy RPG where your choices determine your army's abilities and playstyle as you complete various map objectives.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 39% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, PvE 9.3%, Roguelike 7.8%
- #45 The Curse Of Yendor
73% matchVery Positive93% of 74 reviews2017
Dev: IBOLOGY LLC
Windows
Kill monsters, get loot, solve puzzles, complete quests! A sword and sorcery adventure where your magic shapes the world. A classical rogue-like with a modern feel. "Your nemesis has found the Amulet of Yendor... Defeat him before he ascends to godhood!"
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 36% ★, Perma Death 13.1%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Loot 9.2%, Procedural Generation 7.9%
- #46 Feywood Wanderers
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vicente Miranda
Windows
Explore the Feywood as you defeat enemies in tactical, turn-based battles. Find loot, abilities, secrets and meet helpful denizens of the forest as you delve deeper, customize your character with a great variety of classes, races, and equipment in this highly replayable extraction roguelike.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 36.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Loot 9.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%
- #47 In the House of Silence
72% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Kai Ruma Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
In the House of Silence is a roguelike dungeon crawler RPG where your equipment is your own body parts. Mutate your body to fight otherworldly abominations as you delve deeper in the House of Silence.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 31% ★, Perma Death 13%, Dungeon Crawler 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Procedural Generation 6.8%
- #48 Solar Rogue
71% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Guillaume BouvierPub: Ombarus Dev
Windows · Linux
A space exploration adventure in the purest tradition of roguelike. Featuring procedurally generated solar systems, perma-death and tactical turned-based gameplay!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 28.2% ★, Perma Death 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #49 DeAnima
68% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Steelgaze Studio
Windows
DeAnima is a brutal yet rewarding dungeon crawler steeped in classic roguelike tradition. Set in a sprawling, medieval dungeon, you embody a lone wanderer seeking the fabled Crown of Nivek.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 26.6% ★, Perma Death 17.8%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, Roguelike 9.3%, Procedural Generation 8.7%
- #50 Rift Wizard
69% matchVery Positive92% of 1,049 reviews2021
Dev: Dylan White
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Rift Wizard is a tough as nails fantasy roguelike featuring challenging turn based combat and deep open ended character building. Craft your spellbook from over 100 unique spells and abilities and fight your way through a series of procedurally generated challenges to defeat your nemesis.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 22.4% ★, Perma Death 17.7%, Dungeon Crawler 14.5%, Roguelike 9.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%
- #51 Primo's Dungeon
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ztkent
Windows · Mac · Linux
Primo's Dungeon is a 2D adventure dungeon crawler that combines classic roguelike elements with real-time combat. When monsters attack your farm, you must venture into an ever-changing dungeon to defeat them.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 45.7% ★, Dungeon Crawler 17.4%, Procedural Generation 10.8%, Loot 6.8%, Roguelike 6.7%
- #52 Sword of the Stars: The Pit
71% matchVery Positive83% of 1,552 reviews2013
Dev: Kerberos Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A fun, fast, light-hearted, turn-based RPG, where the tradition of old school dungeon-diving games meets the sci-fi Sword of the Stars universe!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 27.9% ★, Perma Death 14.6%, Dungeon Crawler 11.9%, Lore-Rich 9.5%, Loot 8%
- #53 Ogre Dungeon
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Durance Gaming
Windows
Retro 2D Rogue-like for PC designed to be simple, classic, and straight-forward for pick-up-and-play.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 39.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 16.8%, Roguelike 11%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%, Top-Down 5.3%
- #54 Of Mist and Shadows
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Promethean Interactive
Windows · Linux
Cast powerful magic by actually writing the magical words in the right syntax, as you explore the Plane of Shadows in this complex and intriguing roguelike.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 34.2% ★, Perma Death 15.9%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Roguelike 7.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%
- #55 I Am Overburdened
70% matchVery Positive88% of 155 reviews2017
Dev: Magic Item Tech
Windows
I Am Overburdened is a silly turn-based roguelike full of crazy artifacts and a "hero" who has 20 inventory slots.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 35.4% ★, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Perma Death 12.4%, Roguelike 9.9%, Loot 7.4%
- #56 Dark Crescent
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Nvrlcky Games
Windows
A roguelike deckbuilder where you recruit your foes on a quest to kill the moon.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.9%, Traditional Roguelike 15.3% ★, Roguelike 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, PvE 11.2%
- #57 DA_RL
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Duncan ArmstrongPub: Bean Skeleton Games
Windows
DA_RL is a turn-based traditional roguelike with procedurally generated dungeons, five distinct classes, a deep item system, and dozens of enemy types. Every run is different.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 54.3% ★, Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Roguelike 10.5%, Procedural Generation 7.4%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%
- #58 Terra Randoma
66% matchVery Positive90% of 163 reviews2024
Dev: Deniz K.
Windows
Terra Randoma is a turn-based roguelike RPG in a procedurally generated open world. Travel a world full of curiousity and perilous dungeons. Develop your character however you want with skills, talent stones and randomized items while you discover an ancient secret.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 35.1% ★, Perma Death 13.6%, Dungeon Crawler 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Procedural Generation 8.5%
- #59 Babel of Ystilia
65% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: sundalik
Windows · Mac · Linux
Turn-based roguelike with minimalistic, fast-paced combat that focuses on learning enemy patterns and making powerful synergies with your items.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 41.6% ★, Perma Death 14.9%, Roguelike 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Procedural Generation 9.3%
- #60 Threaded Dungeons
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jani Elojoki
Windows
A world threaded in death. Can you cultivate a party of four that defies all odds? Make every action count in tactical turn-based combat. Choose your allegiances carefully. Scour dungeons in search of loot and secrets. Resist or acquiesce to tempting whispers in the darkness.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 17.7% ★, Perma Death 15.4%, Dungeon Crawler 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%