- #1 Moonlighter
97% matchVery Positive82% of 21,861 reviews2018
Dev: Digital SunPub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.7%, Pixel Graphics 13%, RPG 10.4%, Action RPG 10.3%, Top-Down 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this title shares the beautiful pixel-art aesthetic and satisfying top-down action gameplay.
- #2 Ruined King: A League of Legends Story™
96% matchVery Positive89% of 11,278 reviews2021
Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Rise Against Ruin - Unite a party of League of Legends Champions, explore Bilgewater and set sail for the Shadow Isles to uncover the secrets of the deadly Black Mist in this immersive turn-based RPG.
Why similar: RPG 41.8%, Fantasy 20.1%, Story Rich 17.9%, Singleplayer 6.6%, Adventure 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a deeper look into the League of Legends universe with a strong focus on character-driven storytelling.
- #3 Hades
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 305,552 reviews2020
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 37.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.7%, RPG 12%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Story Rich 9.2%, Roguelike 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced, top-down action combat and a deep narrative structure that mirrors the intensity of The Mageseeker.
- #4 Wizard of Legend
95% matchVery Positive91% of 20,993 reviews2018
Dev: Contingent99
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!
Why similar: Magic 21.8%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 20.1%, Roguelike 9.4%, Action Roguelike 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on high-speed, magic-based combat with a vast array of spells to master in a top-down perspective.
- #5 CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story™
94% matchVery Positive89% of 1,143 reviews2023
Dev: Double StallionPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Traverse the sprawling city of Zaun as Ekko, a young inventor with a device to manipulate time, in this story-driven action platformer. Collect parts, craft gadgets, and unlock abilities—then rewind time to adapt your approach to every new challenge.
Why similar: Combat 38.4%, Fantasy 21.1%, Singleplayer 9.7%, 2D 8.5%, Indie 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Another excellent entry in the League of Legends universe that features fluid 2D action and platforming.
- #6 Skul: The Hero Slayer
94% matchVery Positive93% of 57,348 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Pixel Graphics 23.4%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Action Roguelike 10.7%, Roguelike 10.4%, 2D 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game with fast combat and a unique system for swapping abilities that echoes the magic-stealing mechanics of Sylas.
- #7 CrossCode
93% matchVery Positive93% of 18,217 reviews2018
Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Action RPG 26.9%, Pixel Graphics 25.1%, RPG 17.5%, Story Rich 8.2%, 2D 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action RPG with incredible pixel art and a complex, fast-paced combat system that rewards skill.
- #8 Death's Door
92% matchVery Positive93% of 21,600 reviews2021
Dev: Acid NervePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.7%, RPG 16%, Action RPG 15.6%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Combat 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers tight, responsive top-down combat and a dark, atmospheric fantasy world that feels similar to the Mageseeker's journey.
- #9 Evil Wizard
91% matchVery Positive88% of 123 reviews2023
Dev: Rubber Duck GamesPub: E-Home Entertainment Development Company Ltd.
Windows
Evil Wizard is a humor-filled action RPG that puts you in the shoes of a former Final Boss. Rise from defeat, rediscover long lost powers, and fight to reclaim your castle from an army of so-called heroes.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.7%, Magic 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action RPG 9.9%, Top-Down 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down, hack-and-slash action RPG that leans into magic-based combat and pixel-art visuals.
- #10 The Slormancer
90% matchVery Positive81% of 7,331 reviews2025
Dev: Slormite Studios
Windows
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 26.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fight hordes of enemies led by The Slormancer, an evil warlock from the past, in an absurd yet epic Action RPG! Experience fast-paced gameplay, loads of shiny loot, tons of collectibles, countless hours of content, and carefully crafted pixel art.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.8%, Action RPG 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, RPG 9.8%, Top-Down 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A loot-focused, top-down action RPG that provides a satisfying loop of combat and character progression.
- #11 Pyre
91% matchVery Positive90% of 9,323 reviews2017
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Pyre is a party-based RPG from the creators of Bastion and Transistor. Lead your band of exiles to freedom through a series of mystical competitions in the Campaign, or challenge a friend to a fast-paced ritual showdown in the head-to-head Versus Mode.
Why similar: RPG 38.9%, Story Rich 23.2%, Fantasy 14.8%, Indie 9.2%, Action 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy fantasy game with a unique, action-oriented combat system that emphasizes character growth.
- #12 Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition
89% matchVery Positive89% of 14,855 reviews2023
Dev: Sabotage Studio
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.7%, RPG 22.1%, Story Rich 15.9%, 2D 11.5%, Fantasy 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: While turn-based, it captures the same high-quality pixel art and fantasy world-building found in the League of Legends spin-offs.
- #13 Hyper Light Drifter
89% matchVery Positive93% of 18,893 reviews2016
Dev: Heart Machine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.5%, Hack and Slash 26%, RPG 8.7%, Top-Down 7.9%, Action RPG 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in top-down pixel art action with a focus on fast, dash-based combat and environmental storytelling.
- #14 Transistor
88% matchVery Positive94% of 31,188 reviews2014
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Discover the world of Transistor, a sci-fi-themed action RPG from the creators of Bastion.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.4%, RPG 22.6%, Story Rich 21%, Hack and Slash 10.2%, Indie 8%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a rich, atmospheric narrative with tactical, action-oriented combat that feels distinct yet familiar.
- #15 Bastion
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 38,099 reviews2011
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.2%, RPG 16.8%, Story Rich 11%, Action RPG 10.9%, Action 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a top-down perspective, narrative-driven progression, and a unique combat style that emphasizes fluid movement.
- #16 Hero Siege
87% matchMixed67% of 46,864 reviews2014
Dev: Panic Art Studios Ltd
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Hero Siege is a fast paced Pixel Art ARPG featuring an expansive roster of unique classes, deep build experimentation, and a player driven economy.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Action RPG 13.5%, RPG 12.1%, Top-Down 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a classic top-down, pixel-art hack-and-slash experience with deep character customization.
- #17 Cursemark
84% matchVery Positive87% of 506 reviews2026
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Hack, slash, and cast your way through a haunted kingdom brimming with secrets where no two builds are ever the same. As a cursed mage-knight you will unlock devastating spells, equip ability transforming runes, and reforge your curse on the path to victory or death in this fantasy action roguelite.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.3%, Magic 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, RPG 10.4%, Action RPG 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action game that emphasizes challenging combat and exploration.
- #18 Greedventory
85% matchMostly Positive79% of 267 reviews2023
Dev: Black Tower BasementPub: Nordcurrent Labs
Windows
Greedventory is a gorgeous pixel-art linear action RPG experience, where the only thing between you and an embarrassingly swift death is your mouse. Strike, parry, and cast powerful spells on your enemies, loot ancient treasures, explore a brutal realm, and become the hero you never wanted to be!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Action RPG 11%, RPG 9.9%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging, pixel-art action game that focuses on precise combat and adventure.
- #19 Undungeon
86% matchMixed64% of 377 reviews2021
Dev: Laughing MachinesPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Undungeon is a gorgeous Action/RPG driven by intense real-time combat and an immensely rich science fiction story. Travel between dimensions and change the world around you in an attempt to reconstruct the shattered Multiverse.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.7%, Action RPG 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, RPG 9.6%, Top-Down 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric action RPG with a distinct pixel-art style and a focus on exploration and combat.
- #20 Wizard of Legend 2
84% matchMixed52% of 2,497 reviews2025
Dev: Dead MagePub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Face perilous magical trials in the fast-paced rogue-lite follow-up to the acclaimed original, featuring co-op and vibrant new 3D visuals. Master new Arcana and elements, experiment with spell combinations, and become the next Wizard of Legend!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.1%, Magic 22.1%, Roguelike 10.1%, Action Roguelike 8.2%, Story Rich 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the legacy of high-speed, magic-focused combat with updated visuals and mechanics.
- #21 Break the Empire
82% matchVery Positive92% of 127 reviews2025
Dev: Edym Pixels
Windows
Fight your way to the capital and slay the emperor! Choose from a variety of characters with unique spells and skills! Featuring permadeath, interactable terrain, distinct builds, wild combos, and endless replayability.
Why similar: Action RPG 15%, Magic 14.4%, Hack and Slash 14%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Top-Down 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game that focuses on fast-paced combat and minimalist design.
- #22 Shrine's Legacy
81% matchVery Positive86% of 190 reviews2025
Dev: Positive Concept GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Shrine's Legacy is a SNES-era inspired, 16-bit RPG set in the magical world of Ardemia. Follow a pair of heroes as they try to unite the elements of magic, restore the Sword of Shrine, and save the world in both single player and couch/local co-op action.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.4%, Magic 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action RPG 9.9%, RPG 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action RPG that captures the charm of classic top-down adventures.
- #23 Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,431 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a crafting RPG set in the whimsical world of Bandle City. After a party goes wrong, the portals that connect your home collapse and throw everything into chaos! Using your knitting magic and backpack house, restore the portals to reunite Bandle City.
Why similar: Magic 28%, Pixel Graphics 23.1%, RPG 22.9%, Fantasy 16%, Singleplayer 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a different perspective on the League of Legends universe, focusing on crafting and world-building.
- #24 Alabaster Dawn
79% matchVery Positive95% of 2,071 reviews2026
Dev: Radical Fish Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Break Nyx’s curse and guide humanity's rebirth in this top-down 2.5D Action RPG from the creators of CrossCode. Battle enemies with stylish combos, wield multiple divine weapons, solve intriguing puzzles and explore a changing world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.7%, RPG 14.9%, Action RPG 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Magic 10%
Why You'll Like It: A promising action RPG that focuses on fluid combat and narrative progression.
- #25 Ravenswatch
81% matchMostly Positive80% of 21,998 reviews2024
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fallen heroes of old folk tales and legends: you are on the verge of a crucial battle against the Nightmare invading and corrupting your world. A roguelike action game from the creators of Curse of the Dead Gods©, playable solo or in online co-op.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.3%, Roguelike 17.5%, RPG 11.8%, Top-Down 11.3%, Action Roguelike 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action roguelike that features diverse characters and fast-paced combat suitable for fans of action RPGs.
- #26 Elementallis
80% matchVery Positive90% of 254 reviews2026
Dev: AnKae GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.
Why similar: Action RPG 14.2%, Top-Down 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Magic 10.8%, Combat 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features top-down exploration and action-adventure mechanics centered around elemental magic.
- #27 Magicmaker
83% matchVery Positive91% of 608 reviews2014
Dev: Tasty Stewdios LLC
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ever wanted to shoot poisonous lightning lasers? Freezing fireballs? Turrets that fire waves of miniature suns? How about lasers that shoot exploding black holes that suck out your enemies' life force? You can do that all in Magicmaker, the spellcrafting-focused platformer dungeon-crawler!
Why similar: Magic 36.4%, RPG 22%, Fantasy 10.8%, 2D 7.9%, Action 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Allows for deep customization of magic spells, providing a creative combat experience similar to the magic-heavy themes of the seed game.
- #28 Nakuma
78% matchVery Positive88% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: Vision Interactive
Windows
Nakuma is a singleplayer RPG with focus on grinding for gear and experience points. Obtain a variety of magical spells, upgrade your gear and invest stat-points as you progress!
Why similar: RPG 21.2%, Action RPG 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Magic 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: An action-focused RPG with pixel-art aesthetics and a strong emphasis on exploration.
- #29 Rogue Labyrinth
78% matchVery Positive99% of 90 reviews2025
Dev: Tea Witch GamesPub: indie.io
Windows · Linux
Fight through the ranks in a monster-filled labyrinth created by an egocentric billionaire colonist. Make friends (or enemies) with rivals, employees, fans, and monsters to improve your abilities. The crowd wants a show, so hype them up in this rogue-lite narrative adventure!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.6%, Action RPG 9.9%, Combat 9.3%, Magic 9.3%, Top-Down 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented RPG that incorporates roguelite elements into its combat loop.
- #30 Nyran Survivors
79% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.1%, Top-Down 13.5%, Roguelike 9.2%, Action Roguelike 8.6%, RPG 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-intensity combat experience with a focus on hack-and-slash mechanics.
- #31 Hades II
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 120,711 reviews2025
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 24.3 hrsMean: 42.7 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: Hack and Slash 37%, RPG 13.8%, Action RPG 12.6%, Roguelike 10.9%, Story Rich 8%
- #32 Reignbreaker
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 534 reviews2025
Dev: Studio FizbinPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Reignbreaker is a high-octane action rogue-like set in a dystopian medievalpunk world. Step into the boots of Clef, a fearless rebel ready to rid the world of the Kingdom’s oppression, take down the Elite and lay siege to the Queen’s grand Bastion. Grab your javelin and become The Reignbreaker!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.5%, Action RPG 15.2%, Combat 13.1%, RPG 12.9%, Roguelike 8.4%
- #33 Cedric & Odious
76% matchVery Positive94% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Tameem HamouiPub: Cold And Old
Windows · Mac
Battle through a dark fantasy world as a resurrected warrior king. Once loyal friends, you now serve at the mercy of Odious, a brilliant but corrupt sorcerer. Master tactical combat and magical artifacts in this challenging action RPG.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.3%, Action RPG 11.6%, RPG 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Top-Down 9.8%
- #34 Debugging Hero
75% matchVery Positive89% of 293 reviews2025
Dev: Team ETTU
Windows
As the Debugging Hero chosen by the Legendary Sword, you have gained the ability to manipulate character variables! Use this powerful ability to overcome the dungeons blocking your path and defeat the Demon Lord!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Top-Down 12.5%, Fantasy 8.9%, Magic 8.3%
- #35 Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story™
76% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,349 reviews2021
Dev: Choice ProvisionsPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In this fast-paced rhythm runner, every action has an explosive reaction and no amount of mayhem is too much. Take on the role of Hexplosives expert Ziggs as you rampage through the neighborhoods of Piltover!
Why similar: Arcade 33.9%, Action 21.7%, Singleplayer 17.9%, Funny 13.3%, Indie 13.2%
- #36 Spells & Secrets
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 321 reviews2023
Dev: Alchemist InteractivePub: rokaplay
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
In this rogue-lite adventure, you free the Academy of Greifenstein from magical creatures by using your spells creatively. Explore this modern magical world alone or in local co-op mode with friends and family, customize your character, solve mysteries, and find powerful artifacts.
Why similar: Magic 32.8%, Fantasy 19.7%, Roguelike 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Action 8.1%
- #37 Avencast: Rise of the Mage
77% matchMixed69% of 718 reviews2010
Dev: ClockStone
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Play Avencast, the epic roguelike action-RPG with tons of combat moves, spells, and equipment. Fight against evil forces to save your academy and vanquish the darkness. As you progress, learn powerful spells and combos to increase your chances of victory.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27%, Action RPG 12.2%, RPG 10.4%, Magic 10%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #38 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
72% matchVery Positive83% of 6,281 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22%, RPG 12.1%, Action RPG 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Top-Down 8.5%
- #39 Nobody Saves the World
72% matchVery Positive91% of 6,814 reviews2022
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.5%, RPG 13%, Action RPG 12.9%, Fantasy 10.5%, 2D 7%
- #40 Keeper's Toll
71% matchVery Positive90% of 783 reviews2024
Dev: Stingbot Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Delve into Keeper’s Toll, an action-packed roguelite brimming with challenge and despair. Survive against an onslaught of relentless hordes and grueling bosses with skill-based ARPG gameplay. Embrace the darkness and cleanse these cursed lands.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 16.4%, Action RPG 14.2%, RPG 12.6%, Top-Down 12.3%, Fantasy 8.8%
- #41 Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story
71% matchVery Positive94% of 3,089 reviews2023
Dev: Tequila WorksPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Two best friends, one wild adventure. Join best friends Nunu and Willump on an adventure across the frozen wilds of the Freljord. Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story is a single-player story adventure developed by Tequila Works.
Why similar: Fantasy 30.7%, Story Rich 27%, RPG 16%, Adventure 9.2%, Singleplayer 7.9%
- #42 Pocket Rogues
73% matchVery Positive89% of 599 reviews2018
Dev: EtherGaming
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Pocket Rogues is a dynamic 2D-Roguelike with elements of Action-RPG, played entirely in real time. Raid endless dungeons, upgrade your Guild’s Fortress, and develop your own heroes!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.2%, RPG 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Top-Down 8.9%, Fantasy 7.6%
- #43 Absolum
68% matchVery Positive92% of 10,150 reviews2025
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Fight as the outcast heroes of Talamh in a fierce battle to retake magic from Sun King Azra’s grasp in Absolum, an original roguelite beat ‘em up by Dotemu.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.7%, Fantasy 20.3%, RPG 14.4%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Action 6.9%
- #44 Arcane Tower Survivors
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 98 reviews2025
Dev: Red Horde Games
Windows
Survive waves of enemies in this horde survival roguelite. Unleash devastating spells, master unique skills, and craft unstoppable builds. Between battles, fortify your tower and unlock powerful upgrades in a strategic meta-game. Will your magic outlast the chaos?
Why similar: Top-Down 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Roguelike 11.2%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, 2D 9.6%
- #45 Gift of Parthax
75% matchMostly Negative39% of 88 reviews2018
Dev: Foldergeist StudiosPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Gift of Parthax is a 2D top-down action-arena game of gladiatorial wizardry! Customize your arsenal of countless spells, duel the masters of the arena with their mythological beasts, and rescue your friend Veleus from the powerful mage, Parthax!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.8%, RPG 21.6%, Indie 14.6%, Action 14.5%, 2D 13.7%
- #46 Folk Hero
70% matchVery Positive84% of 201 reviews2023
Dev: Chudo-Yudo GamesPub: Targem Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Folk Hero is an action-slasher with rogue-lite elements set in the world of Slavic fantasy. Explore the ever-changing island, find treasures, combine weapons and artifacts to defeat mythical enemies. Challenge your skills! One life, one try.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Action RPG 10.2%, RPG 9.6%, Fantasy 8.6%
- #47 FELLCHASER
70% matchVery Positive89% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Let'em Cook Games
Windows · Mac
You've stolen Death’s scythe in an attempt to cheat your fate. Now you must escape Purgatory by brewing combo-building potions and reaping hordes of creatures in this hack and slash Roguelike!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 49.1%, Magic 20.5%, Combat 10.1%, Action Roguelike 10%, Action 6.2%
- #48 Astral Ascent
67% matchVery Positive95% of 8,443 reviews2023
Dev: Hibernian Workshop
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Choose one of four heroes and explore the Garden, an astral prison guarded by 12 powerful mystical bosses: the Zodiacs. Challenge them with dozens of unique spells and faithful friends by your side to unfold the story of this platform roguelite with lightning fast combat.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.7%, Magic 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Fantasy 9.2%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #49 Traveler's Refrain
69% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Red Essence GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.2%, Action RPG 15%, RPG 13.2%, Combat 12.3%, Story Rich 10.7%
- #50 Inkbound
68% matchVery Positive87% of 4,004 reviews2024
Dev: Shiny Shoe
Windows
Median: 10.5 hrsMean: 29.1 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: Magic 36.8%, RPG 25.5%, Fantasy 21.2%, Roguelike 16.5%
- #51 Reaper - Tale of a Pale Swordsman
73% matchMixed67% of 458 reviews2014
Dev: Hexage
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Enter the world ripe with magic and monsters. Become the Black Swordsman and slay thousands of enemies in an epic action RPG!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.4%, Magic 19.9%, RPG 13.4%, Action RPG 10.5%, Fantasy 9.2%
- #52 Artifact Seeker: Resurrection
68% matchVery Positive81% of 786 reviews2024
Dev: Lynkpin Game
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Artifact Seeker: Resurrection is a 3D Roguelike Survivor RPG game. Aurorium continent is just a board of gods game. You can obtain artifacts by slaying enemies. How to use the power of artifacts, to play the game of gods? To end the game ? Or just be a god yourself. Artifact Seeker, Your choice.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.1%, Top-Down 16.2%, Action RPG 10.9%, Arcade 9.5%, Action Roguelike 8.7%
- #53 The Awakener: Forgotten Oath
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 249 reviews2023
Dev: TANER GAMESPub: Gamera Games
Windows
The Awakener: Forgotten Oath is a rogue-like action game with a highly flexible combat system. ACT and Rogue-like lovers will embark on a thrilling adventure in a magical world called Sylvalond.
Why similar: RPG 26.5%, Action RPG 21.2%, Combat 11%, Action Roguelike 10.5%, Roguelike 10.2%
- #54 Spell Disk
67% matchVery Positive89% of 969 reviews2024
Dev: Sunpeak Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Top-Down 9.9%, Combat 8.4%, Magic 7.7%
- #55 Regions of Ruin: Runegate
65% matchVery Positive87% of 356 reviews2026
Dev: Gameclaw StudioPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Embark on an explorative RPG hack-and-slash adventure where you attempt to re-establish a haven for the lost dwarven civilization. Journey across varied lands, help those in need, gather resources and fight off goblins and monsters as you slowly rebuild a home for your people.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.5%, Action RPG 14.8%, RPG 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Fantasy 11.4%
- #56 Soulstone Survivors
63% matchVery Positive91% of 26,564 reviews2025
Dev: Game Smithing Limited
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 36.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.9%, Action RPG 14.7%, RPG 13.3%, Top-Down 11.6%, Roguelike 8.3%
- #57 Rogue Loops
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 303 reviews2025
Dev: Fubu Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Rogue Loops is a roguelite action game where a trapped family battles to escape an endless loop. Combine unique skills and relics to create powerful synergies against the loop’s guardians. As you grow stronger, so does the loop—can you break free from this relentless cycle?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.9%, Action RPG 13.4%, RPG 11.1%, Top-Down 10.9%, Roguelike 8.5%
- #58 Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 596 reviews2015
Dev: The BitfatherPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Enter the world of PIXEL HEROES and prepare yourself for a thrilling RPG/Roguelike experience like you have never seen before!
Why similar: RPG 37.9%, Pixel Graphics 29.4%, Roguelike 12.7%, 2D 6.9%, Indie 6.7%
- #59 FOUNTAINS
66% matchVery Positive84% of 472 reviews2024
Dev: John PywellPub: Crunching Koalas
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.7%, Action RPG 12.6%, RPG 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Top-Down 9.9%