- #1 CrossCode
97% matchVery Positive93% of 17,652 reviews2018
Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 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 26.7%, Pixel Graphics 25.3%, RPG 17.4%, Story Rich 8.1%, 2D 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential action RPG that perfectly balances top-down pixel-art combat with a deep, story-rich narrative and complex puzzle-solving.
- #2 Hades
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 300,282 reviews2020
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 37.8 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 40.3%, RPG 12%, Action Roguelike 11.5%, Story Rich 9.2%, Roguelike 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its fluid hack-and-slash combat and exceptional narrative integration, it shares the high-intensity action feel of The Mageseeker.
- #3 Ruined King: A League of Legends Story™
96% matchVery Positive89% of 11,216 reviews2021
Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 41.6%, Fantasy 20.2%, Story Rich 17.9%, Singleplayer 6.8%, Adventure 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: An essential recommendation for fans of the League of Legends universe looking for a more narrative-heavy, turn-based RPG experience.
- #4 Hades II
94% 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: Hack and Slash 36.5%, RPG 14.1%, Action RPG 12.7%, Roguelike 10.9%, Story Rich 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Building on its predecessor, it refines the magic-based combat and deep character interactions that fans of Sylas's journey will appreciate.
- #5 Children of Morta
95% matchVery Positive89% of 22,582 reviews2019
Dev: Dead MagePub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, RPG 11%, Action RPG 9.2%, Roguelike 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game features gorgeous pixel art and a strong focus on family-driven storytelling within an action-packed, top-down dungeon-crawling framework.
- #6 CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story™
94% matchVery Positive89% of 1,112 reviews2023
Dev: Double StallionPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 38.5%, Fantasy 21%, Singleplayer 9.8%, 2D 8.7%, Indie 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Another strong entry in the League of Legends spin-off series, focusing on 2D platforming and time-manipulation mechanics.
- #7 Hyper Light Drifter
93% matchVery Positive93% of 18,466 reviews2016
Dev: Heart Machine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.8%, Hack and Slash 25.5%, RPG 8.6%, Top-Down 8%, Action RPG 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a masterclass in atmospheric, top-down action combat with a cryptic, story-rich world rendered in stunning pixel art.
- #8 Moonlighter
92% matchVery Positive82% of 21,581 reviews2018
Dev: Digital SunPub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 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 29.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, RPG 10.4%, Action RPG 10.2%, Top-Down 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Created by the same developers as The Mageseeker, it shares a distinct pixel-art style and satisfying dungeon-crawling loop.
- #9 Evil Wizard
91% matchVery Positive88% of 121 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 21.5%, Magic 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Action RPG 9.9%, Top-Down 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A humorous and action-packed RPG that puts you in the shoes of a magic-wielding protagonist fighting through dungeons in a pixel-art style.
- #10 Death's Door
91% matchVery Positive93% of 21,056 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 37.4%, RPG 16%, Action RPG 15.7%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Combat 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action adventure that captures the fantasy atmosphere and tight, responsive combat mechanics found in top-tier action RPGs.
- #11 Wizard of Legend
90% matchVery Positive91% of 20,891 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%, Pixel Graphics 20.3%, Hack and Slash 19.9%, Roguelike 9.4%, Action Roguelike 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on fast-paced, magic-based combat that mirrors the spell-stealing intensity of The Mageseeker.
- #12 Transistor
89% matchVery Positive94% of 31,025 reviews2014
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 17.2 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 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: From the same developers as Bastion, this game offers a blend of real-time action and strategic magic-based combat with a deeply compelling story.
- #13 Skul: The Hero Slayer
88% matchVery Positive93% of 56,905 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 23.5%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action Roguelike 10.9%, Roguelike 10.3%, 2D 9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game that allows for diverse combat styles through a unique skull-swapping mechanic.
- #14 Bastion
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 37,901 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%, RPG 16.8%, Story Rich 11.1%, Action RPG 10.9%, Action 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: This classic action RPG features a unique, reactive narrator and a beautiful fantasy world that emphasizes story-driven progression.
- #15 The Slormancer
86% matchVery Positive82% of 7,233 reviews2025
Dev: Slormite Studios
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 27.0 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 28.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Action RPG 12.6%, RPG 9.7%, Top-Down 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A loot-focused action RPG that provides deep character customization and fast-paced combat in a classic pixel-art style.
- #16 Pyre
87% matchVery Positive90% of 9,247 reviews2017
Dev: Supergiant Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.7 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 38.8%, Story Rich 23.2%, Fantasy 14.7%, Indie 9.3%, Action 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A unique party-based RPG with a heavy emphasis on story and world-building, set in a vibrant, high-fantasy environment.
- #17 Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,409 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 23.3%, RPG 22.5%, Fantasy 16%, Singleplayer 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy, story-rich RPG set in the League of Legends universe that offers a different perspective on the world of Runeterra.
- #18 Sea of Stars
85% matchVery Positive89% of 14,305 reviews2023
Dev: Sabotage Studio
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 27.6%, RPG 21.9%, Story Rich 15.9%, 2D 11.9%, Fantasy 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that features breathtaking pixel art and a classic fantasy story that feels both nostalgic and modern.
- #19 Wizard of Legend 2
84% matchMixed54% of 2,314 reviews2025
Dev: Dead MagePub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 36.8%, Magic 22.3%, Roguelike 10.1%, Action Roguelike 8.3%, Story Rich 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: The sequel expands on the original's magic-based combat with improved visuals and new cooperative gameplay options.
- #20 UNSIGHTED
84% matchVery Positive93% of 2,119 reviews2021
Dev: Studio Pixel PunkPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
EXPLORE YOUR WAY. Awoken to a world ruined by war, Alma must traverse the vast city of Arcadia before the life force of her friends and herself withers away. Time is ticking, and every moment matters. Who will you save, and who will you leave to turn UNSIGHTED?
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.4%, RPG 23.8%, Action RPG 16.3%, 2D 9.7%, Action 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action game with a strong emphasis on exploration, combat, and a narrative that changes based on your time-sensitive decisions.
- #21 Spell Disk
82% matchVery Positive89% of 957 reviews2024
Dev: Sunpeak Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Top-Down 9.9%, Magic 9%, Combat 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A highly addictive action-roguelike that focuses on creating complex spell combinations to clear waves of enemies.
- #22 Blasphemous
82% matchVery Positive90% of 62,190 reviews2019
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 56%, 2D 20.1%, Action 8.4%, Indie 6.7%, Singleplayer 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, story-rich 2D action game with incredible pixel art and challenging combat that rewards mastery of mechanics.
- #23 Hero Siege
83% matchMixed68% of 45,134 reviews2014
Dev: Panic Art Studios Ltd
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 23.0 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 28.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Action RPG 13.4%, RPG 11.9%, Top-Down 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A long-standing action RPG that combines hack-and-slash combat with dungeon-crawling elements in a pixelated world.
- #24 Eastward
81% matchVery Positive84% of 16,351 reviews2021
Dev: PixpilPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 25.7%, Action RPG 18.8%, RPG 17.1%, Story Rich 14.4%, 2D 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, story-driven top-down adventure that captures the charm and character-focused writing found in high-quality RPGs.
- #25 Greedventory
81% matchMostly Positive80% of 264 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 28.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Action RPG 11%, RPG 9.9%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging, pixel-art action game that emphasizes precise combat and inventory management.
- #26 TUNIC
79% matchVery Positive91% of 17,199 reviews2022
Dev: TUNIC TeamPub: Finji
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.
Why similar: RPG 21.4%, Action RPG 20.5%, Top-Down 19.5%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Fantasy 14.4%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-adventure game that rewards exploration and discovery in a beautifully crafted, mysterious world.
- #27 Katana ZERO
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,545 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.7%, Pixel Graphics 30.3%, Story Rich 15.2%, 2D 7.8%, Action 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane 2D action game with a gripping, story-rich narrative and precise, satisfying combat mechanics.
- #28 Magicmaker
80% matchVery Positive91% of 604 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 36.5%, RPG 21.7%, Fantasy 10.8%, 2D 8%, Action 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A creative action RPG that allows players to craft their own spells, offering a deep magic system similar to the core themes of The Mageseeker.
- #29 Reignbreaker
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 519 reviews2025
Dev: Studio FizbinPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.1 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 31.2%, Action RPG 15.2%, Combat 13.3%, RPG 12.8%, Roguelike 8.4%
- #30 Spells & Secrets
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 313 reviews2023
Dev: Alchemist InteractivePub: rokaplay
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 32.9%, Fantasy 19.8%, Roguelike 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Action 8%
Why You'll Like It: A magical action game set in a wizarding academy that focuses on spell-casting and dungeon navigation.
- #31 Break the Empire
76% matchVery Positive92% of 122 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 14.9%, Magic 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Top-Down 11.9%
- #32 Cedric & Odious
76% matchVery Positive93% of 75 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%, Action RPG 11.5%, RPG 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Top-Down 9.9%
- #33 Rogue Labyrinth
75% matchVery Positive99% of 88 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 20.3%, Action RPG 9.9%, Combat 9.5%, Magic 9.3%, Top-Down 8.9%
- #34 Nyran Survivors
75% 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 36.7%, Top-Down 13.7%, Roguelike 9.2%, Action Roguelike 8.8%, RPG 8.3%
- #35 Shrine's Legacy
73% matchVery Positive88% of 166 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 19.1%, Magic 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action RPG 9.8%, RPG 9%
- #36 Debugging Hero
73% matchVery Positive90% of 260 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 30.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Top-Down 12.7%, Fantasy 8.9%, Magic 8.4%
- #37 Gift of Parthax
78% matchMostly Negative39% of 88 reviews2018
Dev: Foldergeist StudiosPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 9.1 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 28%, RPG 21.3%, Indie 14.6%, Action 14.3%, 2D 14%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game that features a robust magic system and a story-driven quest to rescue a friend.
- #38 Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story™
74% matchVery Positive80% of 2,337 reviews2021
Dev: Choice ProvisionsPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
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 21.4%, Singleplayer 18.2%, Funny 13.3%, Indie 13.2%
- #39 Nakuma
73% matchVery Positive90% of 109 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%, Action RPG 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Magic 8.9%
- #40 Avencast: Rise of the Mage
77% matchMixed69% of 714 reviews2010
Dev: ClockStone
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.0 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 26.7%, Action RPG 12.2%, RPG 10.3%, Magic 10.1%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #41 Artifact Seeker: Resurrection
72% matchVery Positive82% of 746 reviews2024
Dev: Lynkpin Game
Windows
Median: 5.2 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 35.7%, Top-Down 16.4%, Action RPG 10.8%, Arcade 9.5%, Action Roguelike 8.9%
- #42 Keeper's Toll
71% matchVery Positive90% of 760 reviews2024
Dev: Stingbot Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.7 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 17.6%, Action RPG 14.6%, RPG 12.2%, Top-Down 12.2%, Fantasy 8.9%
- #43 Absolum
68% matchVery Positive92% of 9,164 reviews2025
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 32.6%, Fantasy 20.4%, RPG 14.2%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Arcade 7%
- #44 Undungeon
74% matchMixed64% of 375 reviews2021
Dev: Laughing MachinesPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
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 19.4%, Action RPG 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, RPG 9.6%, Top-Down 8.9%
- #45 Nobody Saves the World
71% matchVery Positive91% of 6,624 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 30.2%, Action RPG 12.9%, RPG 12.9%, Fantasy 10.6%, 2D 7.2%
- #46 FOUNTAINS
70% matchVery Positive84% of 443 reviews2024
Dev: John Pywell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.2%, Action RPG 13.7%, RPG 12.9%, Top-Down 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #47 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
69% matchVery Positive83% of 5,864 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 21.6%, RPG 12.2%, Action RPG 12%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Top-Down 8.6%
- #48 Ravenswatch
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 20,678 reviews2024
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 22.2 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 32.6%, Roguelike 17.5%, RPG 12%, Top-Down 11.4%, Action Roguelike 10.7%
- #49 Arcane Tower Survivors
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 94 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 18%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Roguelike 11.1%, Action-Adventure 11%, 2D 9.7%
- #50 Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story
69% matchVery Positive94% of 3,054 reviews2023
Dev: Tequila WorksPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.5 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 30.8%, Story Rich 26.9%, RPG 15.9%, Adventure 9.1%, Singleplayer 8%
- #51 Traveler's Refrain
68% 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%, Action RPG 15%, RPG 13.1%, Combat 12.6%, Story Rich 10.7%
- #52 Souldiers
70% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 39%, Combat 23.2%, Action-Adventure 15%, Action 8.9%, Singleplayer 6.4%
- #53 Astral Ascent
66% matchVery Positive95% of 8,033 reviews2023
Dev: Hibernian Workshop
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.7 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 29.3%, Magic 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Fantasy 9.3%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #54 Soulstone Survivors
64% matchVery Positive91% of 26,152 reviews2025
Dev: Game Smithing Limited
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 21.4%, Action RPG 18.4%, Top-Down 15.1%, RPG 10.7%, Action Roguelike 10.3%
- #55 FELLCHASER
67% matchVery Positive89% of 55 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 48.6%, Magic 20.7%, Combat 10.2%, Action Roguelike 10.2%, Action 6.2%
- #56 Reaper - Tale of a Pale Swordsman
71% matchMixed67% of 456 reviews2014
Dev: Hexage
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 10.8 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 26.2%, Magic 20%, RPG 13.3%, Action RPG 10.5%, Fantasy 9.3%
- #57 Inkbound
65% 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: Magic 37%, RPG 25.3%, Fantasy 21.2%, Roguelike 16.5%
- #58 Folk Hero
67% matchVery Positive85% of 194 reviews2023
Dev: Chudo-Yudo GamesPub: Targem Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Action RPG 10.1%, RPG 9.5%, Fantasy 8.7%
- #59 The Awakener: Forgotten Oath
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 243 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 26.3%, Action RPG 21.1%, Combat 11.2%, Action Roguelike 10.7%, Roguelike 10.2%