- #1 Dead Cells
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 178,807 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.7%, Roguelite 16.6%, Roguelike 12.8%, Souls-like 11.5%, Roguevania 11.5% ★
Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive 2D action-roguelite that shares the same fast-paced, fluid combat and platforming DNA.
- #2 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
96% matchVery Positive84% of 6,153 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.
Why similar: Side Scroller 35.7%, Action-Adventure 18.7%, Action 10.9%, Platformer 7.3%, Hack and Slash 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: As a direct franchise entry, it perfectly captures the series' signature acrobatic movement and challenging platforming.
- #3 Rogue Legacy 2
96% matchVery Positive91% of 14,873 reviews2022
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.
Why similar: Platformer 24.5%, Roguelite 23.6%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Roguelike 14%, Cartoony 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a masterclass in 2D platforming roguelite progression with tight controls and high replayability.
- #4 Skul: The Hero Slayer
95% 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: Action Roguelike 32.1%, Roguelite 19.7%, Roguelike 15.7%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Platformer 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: It features fast-paced, snappy 2D combat that rewards quick reflexes and strategic build-crafting.
- #5 Trinity Fusion
94% matchVery Positive86% of 859 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.7%, Roguelite 19.2%, Roguelike 13.5%, Souls-like 12.2%, Platformer 12.1%
Why You'll Like It: It blends metroidvania exploration with roguelite mechanics and fast-paced combat across multiple dimensions.
- #6 Oblivion Override
94% matchVery Positive91% of 1,986 reviews2024
Dev: Humble MillPub: XD
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.2%, Roguelite 21.1%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Roguelike 16.3%, Hack and Slash 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, side-scrolling action-roguelite that emphasizes mobility and aggressive combat encounters.
- #7 GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,126 reviews2022
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Death is not the end: defeat infernal foes until you die and carry on the fight with your eternal soul and memories in a new body!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.9%, Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelite 14.4%, Roguevania 12.7% ★, Hack and Slash 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a highly atmospheric, fluid hack-and-slash experience with a unique art style similar to the seed game.
- #8 Summum Aeterna
92% matchVery Positive85% of 384 reviews2023
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Summum Aeterna is a fast-paced Roguelite inspired by the Metroidvania Aeterna Noctis. Create your own worlds, challenges, difficulty and influences in each new run. Die, learn, become stronger, and achieve victory. Death is inevitable, but glory is only for the chosen.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.7%, Roguelite 20.7%, Roguelike 14.3%, Roguevania 13.1% ★, Hack and Slash 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on high-speed platforming and combat, offering a similar roguelite loop with deep customization.
- #9 Katana ZERO
91% 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: Platformer 48.2%, Hack and Slash 26.6%, Action 20.4%, Singleplayer 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: While more linear, it captures the same lethal, high-speed movement and stylish combat flow as the seed game.
- #10 Have a Nice Death
91% matchVery Positive86% of 10,508 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Design StudiosPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.5%, Roguelite 18%, Roguelike 14.3%, Cartoony 13.6%, Hack and Slash 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game features incredibly fluid 2D combat and a polished, cartoony aesthetic that matches the seed game's vibe.
- #11 Spiritfall
90% matchVery Positive93% of 1,883 reviews2024
Dev: Gentle Giant
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Spiritfall is a fast-paced Action Roguelite with combat inspired by Platform Fighters. Slash, smash, launch, and wall-splat a multitude of enemies using an ever-changing arsenal of divine powers.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.7%, Roguelite 22.4%, Roguelike 14.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Hack and Slash 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: It combines platform-fighter mechanics with roguelite progression for a unique and fast-paced combat experience.
- #12 Anomaly Agent
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 9,464 reviews2024
Dev: Phew Phew Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
ANOMALY AGENT is a cyberpunk action-adventure featuring fluid combat, a time-bending story, quirky characters and a catchy synthwave soundtrack! Punch or shoot through mobs of enemies, impact the story with your choices and stop the anomalies before the world plunges into chaos!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20%, Roguelite 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Souls-like 11.5%, Platformer 11%
Why You'll Like It: This game delivers high-octane 2D combat and platforming with a focus on stylish, responsive movement.
- #13 Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 171 reviews2023
Dev: Gambir StudioPub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Step into the greaves of King Arthur in this fantasy action roguelite and wield the Broken Excalibur in a quest to rescue the scattered citizens of Camelot, vanquish the calamitous Void Giant, and escape from the Astral Dimension once and for all.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.1%, Roguelite 22.4%, Roguelike 15.9%, Hack and Slash 9.2%, Cartoony 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A polished action-roguelite that focuses on fast combat and satisfying progression loops.
- #14 Foregone
88% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.3%, Platformer 18.7%, Souls-like 15.3%, Roguelike 11.1%, Roguelite 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A sleek 2D action game that emphasizes fluid movement and fast-paced melee combat.
- #15 Sundered®: Eldritch Edition
87% matchVery Positive82% of 5,120 reviews2017
Dev: Thunder Lotus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Sundered is a chaotic hand-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.8%, Roguevania 25.9% ★, Platformer 16.1%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Roguelike 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its beautiful hand-drawn art and fluid, acrobatic movement that feels very similar to the Prince of Persia style.
- #16 Curse of the Dead Gods
86% matchVery Positive84% of 8,996 reviews2021
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.9%, Roguelite 23.5%, Roguelike 16.5%, Souls-like 14.9%, Cartoony 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: While slightly more tactical, it offers a deep, challenging combat system that rewards precision and timing.
- #17 Nightmare: The Lunatic
85% matchVery Positive89% of 264 reviews2024
Dev: Maetdol Games
Windows
Nightmare: The Lunatic is a parrying action rogue-lite platformer game about escaping a nightmare. Constantly swap between 3 weapons, use special attacks, and avoid and parry enemy attacks. Strengthen yourself by collecting powerful and unique totems.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.1%, Roguelite 17.4%, Roguelike 12.4%, Souls-like 11.5%, Platformer 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D action-roguelite that emphasizes skill-based combat and high replay value.
- #18 Flinthook
86% matchMostly Positive74% of 841 reviews2017
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Live the life of space captain Flinthook! Armed with your mighty hookshot, your uncanny slow-motion powers and your trusty blasma pistol, plunder and fight your way through an infinite variety of randomly-assembled spaceships for treasure, loot and fame!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.9%, Roguelite 20.8%, Roguelike 14.4%, Platformer 13.4%, Action 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: It centers on a grappling hook mechanic that makes movement feel as important and satisfying as combat.
- #19 Blade of the Netherworld
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 155 reviews2024
Dev: DuDu Games
Windows
Blade of the Netherworld is a fast-paced 2D Roguelite platformer. Don divine masks as a Yin-Yang Enforcer, slashing through the underworld to defeat gods, demons, and spirits. Combine a variety of items, master combat skills, and create limitless, high-speed carnage with a free-form action system.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelite 16.2%, Roguelike 12.1%, Platformer 10%, Roguevania 9.9% ★
Why You'll Like It: It offers fast-paced, hack-and-slash combat in a 2D environment that feels very similar to the seed game.
- #20 Mark of the Ninja
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 15,869 reviews
Dev: Klei EntertainmentPub: Microsoft Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options.
Why similar: Platformer 55%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Action 12.2%, Singleplayer 4.9%, Atmospheric 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for 2D parkour and movement-based gameplay, focusing on agility and precision.
- #21 The Messenger
83% matchVery Positive93% of 12,834 reviews2018
Dev: SabotagePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.
Why similar: Platformer 50.5%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Action 12.7%, Singleplayer 4%
Why You'll Like It: This game features exceptional platforming flow and combat that feels incredibly rewarding to master.
- #22 Pogo Rogue
82% matchVery Positive92% of 208 reviews2024
Dev: Bounce Back Games
Windows
Bounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.6%, Roguelike 19%, Roguelite 18.5%, Platformer 16.7%, Side Scroller 14.3%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique, movement-centric take on the roguelike genre that rewards mastery of its specific physics.
- #23 Dunjungle
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 723 reviews2025
Dev: Bruno BombardiPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A 2d action-packed roguelite about a monkey hero protecting the jungle from the rise of a corruptive power. Explore ever-changing dungeons, fight weird enemies and gear up with lots of weapons and relics you can combine for a new experience every run. Explore, fight, die, and repeat!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.7%, Roguelite 20.8%, Roguevania 19.5% ★, Roguelike 17%, Action 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A roguevania that focuses on procedural generation and platforming-heavy exploration.
- #24 Aeterna Noctis
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,963 reviews2021
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Platformer 23.4%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Atmospheric 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: It is a challenging platformer that demands the same level of acrobatic precision as the seed game.
- #25 Neon Abyss
79% matchVery Positive86% of 23,504 reviews2020
Dev: Veewo GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelite action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset.
Why similar: Roguelike 23%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Roguelite 20.7%, Platformer 18.5%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic and fast-paced action-roguelite that offers a similar sense of progression and power-scaling.
- #26 Salt and Sanctuary
79% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.
Why similar: Souls-like 59.7%, Platformer 16.7%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Action 6.3%, Atmospheric 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric 2D action game that provides a more deliberate but equally rewarding combat experience.
- #27 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
78% matchVery Positive93% of 40,867 reviews2019
Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!
Why similar: Side Scroller 39.5%, Platformer 27.3%, Action 17.4%, 2.5D 12.7%, Singleplayer 3%
Why You'll Like It: A highly polished 2D action game that offers deep combat and exploration mechanics.
- #28 Cyber Shadow
78% matchVery Positive84% of 1,490 reviews2021
Dev: Aarne "MekaSkull" HunzikerPub: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.
Why similar: Platformer 40.8%, Side Scroller 29.2%, Roguelike 14.9%, Action 11.3%, Singleplayer 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the essence of classic, fast-paced ninja platforming with modern, responsive controls.
- #29 Katanaut
76% matchVery Positive90% of 354 reviews2025
Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows
Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.1%, Roguelite 16.1%, Roguelike 13%, Roguevania 12.6% ★, Souls-like 11.4%
- #30 Bard's Gold
80% matchMostly Positive79% of 136 reviews2015
Dev: Pixel Lantern
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Bard's Gold is a challenging platformer that let's you explore eerie worlds in a quest for a Goblin that stole your gold. Help the Bard to overcome the dungeon’s many dangerous perils and use your new-found treasures to improve your character and to buy new weapons and gear!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 45.3%, Roguelite 22.1%, Platformer 15.9%, Roguelike 8.6%, Action 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A platforming-focused roguelite that emphasizes movement and environmental navigation.
- #31 Vampire of the Sands
81% matchMixed65% of 97 reviews2015
Dev: HomphPub: Homph LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Vampire of the Sands is a punishing action dungeon-crawler with roguelike elements.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 47.1%, Roguelite 38.9%, Action 13.9%
Why You'll Like It: It shares a thematic and mechanical similarity to the seed game's desert-based, acrobatic action.
- #32 Rogue Loops
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 284 reviews2025
Dev: Fubu Games
Windows
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: Action Roguelike 25.3%, Roguelite 24%, Roguelike 15.2%, Hack and Slash 10.9%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #33 Rogue Worlds
76% matchVery Positive97% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
Windows · Linux
Rogue Worlds is a chaotic tactical roguelite platformer where you wield the environment and creative abilities to overcome challenges. Outwit powerful guardians and blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths!
Why similar: Roguelite 15.6%, Roguelike 15%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Platformer 13%
- #34 Haste
73% matchVery Positive92% of 12,106 reviews2025
Dev: Landfall
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Run fast, soar through the air, and master your landings as you speed through procedural worlds to outrun the end of the universe, by yourself and with friends!
Why similar: Parkour 37.9%, Roguelite 21.6%, Action Roguelike 16.1%, Platformer 9.4%, Action-Adventure 5.5%
- #35 Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands™
77% matchMostly Positive70% of 2,871 reviews2010
Dev: Ubisoft MontrealPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Prince of Persia The Forgotten Sands is the next chapter in the fan-favorite Sands of Time universe. Visiting his brother's kingdom following his adventure in Azad, the Prince finds the royal palace under siege from a mighty army bent on its destruction.
Why similar: Parkour 55.1%, Platformer 22.6%, Action 14%, Hack and Slash 5.9%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #36 Aura of Worlds
74% matchVery Positive92% of 136 reviews2024
Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Aura of Worlds is a chaotic, creative tactics rogue-lite platformer. Explore multiple dangerous worlds where you utilize creative abilities & wield the environment to your advantage. Blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths & outwit powerful guardians!
Why similar: Roguelite 15.6%, Roguelike 15%, Action Roguelike 15%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Platformer 12.7%
- #37 Prince of Persia®
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,773 reviews2008
Dev: Ubisoft MontrealPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%
The critically acclaimed Prince of Persia® franchise returns for the first time on next-generation platforms with an all-new epic journey. Built by the same award-winning Ubisoft Montreal studio that created Assassin's Creed™, Prince of Persia has been in development for over three years to deliver a whole new action-adventure gaming...
Why similar: Parkour 54.6%, Platformer 19.4%, Action 12%, Hack and Slash 4.6%, Atmospheric 4.3%
- #38 OmniFootman
75% matchVery Positive84% of 122 reviews2019
Dev: WT Studio
Windows
OmniFootman is a rogue-lite action game with souls-like combat system. Take your adventure in this cursed, ever-changing kingdom and beat your enemies with different ability combinations. Be careful as your death is permanent.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.5%, Roguelite 30.4%, Souls-like 13.5%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, Action 8.8%
- #39 Dragon Is Dead
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 677 reviews2025
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Dragon is Dead is a 2D dark fantasy roguelite with hack-and-slash combat and unlockable classes. Build class skill trees, slot runes, and chase Legendary and Mythic loot through corrupted stages.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.1%, Roguelite 21.8%, Roguelike 16.4%, Platformer 10.6%, Hack and Slash 10.3%
- #40 Verlet Ascend
73% matchVery Positive89% of 90 reviews2023
Dev: Sagewind StudioPub: Stratera Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Verlet Ascend is a physics based, action platformer with roguelike mechanics, a fully destructable procedurally generated environment, and rope swing physics. Fight creatures, loot enemies, upgrade your character, and climb your way up in an endless parkour.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.9%, Parkour 21.2%, Roguelite 14.7%, Platformer 13.4%, Roguelike 11.9%
- #41 Heretical
71% matchVery Positive87% of 950 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.8%, Roguelite 25.5%, Souls-like 16.7%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Roguelike 9%
- #42 Rogue Spirit
72% matchVery Positive81% of 171 reviews2023
Dev: Kids With SticksPub: 505 Games Official
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Rogue Spirit is a 3D rogue-lite action game with light stealth elements. Play as the Ghost of the Prince of the Kingdom of Midra, possess enemy characters and absorb their unique skills to fight the evil presence that has corrupted your land.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 54.2%, Roguelike 23.7%, Action 11.2%, Colorful 6%, Singleplayer 5%
- #43 Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time
73% matchVery Positive86% of 5,029 reviews2008
Dev: KudosoftPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Amidst the scorched sands of ancient Persia, there is a legend spun in an ancient tongue. It speaks of a time borne by blood and ruled by deceit. Drawn to the dark powers of a magic dagger, a young Prince is led to unleash a deadly evil upon a beautiful kingdom.
Why similar: Parkour 57.6%, Platformer 19.8%, Action 10.1%, Hack and Slash 4.9%, Atmospheric 3.4%
- #44 The Dungeoning
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 73 reviews2014
Dev: Nick Donnelly
Windows · Mac
The Dungeoning is a difficult action platformer with character levelling, set in a procedurally generated dungeon. Kill enemies, level up using experience and master varied weapons and magic. Collect gold to spend with traders and buy better weapons. Try NG+ and beyond for an extra challenge.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 41.1%, Roguelite 19.6%, Roguelike 17.4%, Platformer 13.5%, Action 8.4%
- #45 The Siege and the Sandfox
71% matchMixed65% of 183 reviews2025
Dev: Cardboard SwordPub: PLAION
Windows
A 2D stealth Metroidvania with parkour platforming. Explore the majestic palace and ancient prisons of a kingdom under siege. Don the mantle of the legendary Sandfox as you venture into the ruins below, and discover the true threat from a sand-borne evil.
Why similar: Parkour 36.5%, Action-Adventure 19.8%, Platformer 19.4%, Action 11%, Atmospheric 9.1%
- #46 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
71% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.
Why similar: Souls-like 57.8%, Platformer 16.4%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Action 9.5%, Atmospheric 4.2%
- #47 Netherworld Covenant
69% matchVery Positive80% of 657 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.6%, Roguelite 23.1%, Roguelike 17.3%, Hack and Slash 11%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
- #48 Reignbreaker
70% 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: Action Roguelike 27.5%, Roguelite 25.4%, Roguelike 18.7%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, 2.5D 6.8%
- #49 Shattered Realm Rebirth
68% matchVery Positive95% of 81 reviews2026
Dev: kingnagame
Windows
Multi-world rogue-lite endless challenge. The surface world hides dangers, the inner world overflows with treasure. Transcend worlds and master time through soul transference. Fight your way out and escape this reality. Strategic builds reduce reliance on pure stats.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.7%, Roguelite 23.2%, Roguelike 11.8%, Roguevania 11% ★, Action-Adventure 9.7%
- #50 Rogue Legacy
69% matchVery Positive92% of 18,678 reviews2013
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rogue Legacy is a genealogical rogue-"LITE" where anyone can be a hero. Each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might be a dwarf with vertigo. But that's OK, because no one is perfect, and you don't have to be to succeed.
Why similar: Roguevania 25.4% ★, Platformer 22.1%, Roguelike 21.1%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Roguelite 6.2%
- #51 Savara
67% matchVery Positive89% of 536 reviews2025
Dev: Doryah GamesPub: Ankama Games
Windows
In this colorful action roguelite, participate in the festivities organized for the pleasure of the warrior god. Equip your best weapons, prove your valor against powerful monsters, and permanently engrave your name in history!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.8%, Roguelite 23.7%, Souls-like 17.9%, Hack and Slash 9%, Roguelike 6.6%
- #52 Tails of Iron
67% matchVery Positive88% of 14,278 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!
Why similar: Souls-like 41.2%, Action-Adventure 26.7%, Atmospheric 12%, Action 8.4%, 2.5D 7.7%
- #53 Prince of Persia: Warrior Within™
70% matchVery Positive83% of 3,948 reviews2008
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Enter the dark underworld of Prince of Persia Warrior Within, the sword-slashing sequel to the critically acclaimed Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time™. Hunted by Dahaka, an immortal incarnation of Fate seeking divine retribution, the Prince embarks upon a path of both carnage and mystery to defy his preordained death.
Why similar: Parkour 55%, Platformer 14.6%, Action 11.7%, Hack and Slash 8.6%, Atmospheric 7.3%
- #54 Madshot
68% matchVery Positive84% of 282 reviews2023
Dev: OverflowPub: 505 Pulse
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Madshot is a fast-paced, acrobatic, rogue-lite shooter. Survive the ever-changing road through Cthulhu and beyond. Equip endless upgrade combinations as you fight your way through horrific monsters and multi-phased boss battles.
Why similar: Parkour 27.1%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Roguelite 16.2%, Platformer 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%
- #55 Orbital Bullet – The 360° Rogue-lite
68% matchVery Positive86% of 780 reviews2022
Dev: SmokeStabPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements, where all actions take place in a circular pattern. Fight your way through a variety of procedural planets and use body modifications, crafting and heavy weaponry. Kill. Die. Modify.
Why similar: Platformer 36%, Action Roguelike 26.4%, Roguelike 18.5%, Hack and Slash 6.7%, Action 5.5%
- #56 Perseus: Titan Slayer
69% matchMixed64% of 366 reviews2023
Dev: SicariusPub: G-DEVS.com
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Defeat the Titans as you battle your way into Tartarus to stop Chaos from conquering Olympus and destroying the world. In this rogue-like dungeon crawler adventure, you will play as Perseus, a demigod tasked with one mission; stop Chaos and the evil forces that surround him.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.7%, Roguelite 24.9%, Roguelike 16.6%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Hack and Slash 8.9%
- #57 Pronty
66% matchVery Positive91% of 1,254 reviews2021
Dev: 18Light Game Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Guide Pronty and its Javelin partner Bront as it defends the once great city of Royla. Explore the deep sea, fight mutant sea creatures, and discover the secrets behind this new Atlantis in this beautiful action-packed adventure.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, Cartoony 18%, Platformer 17.9%, Action-Adventure 14%, Atmospheric 10.4%
- #58 Cinderia
64% matchVery Positive89% of 377 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Cinderia is a fast-paced rogue-lite action game of pure exhilaration. Freely combine everything you can see—skills, combos, passives, and equipment—to create your own distinct fighting style. Darkness has swallowed the land, yet a faint glimmer still flickers among the ruins.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.9%, Roguelite 23.9%, Roguelike 16.7%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #59 Lost in Random: The Eternal Die
65% matchVery Positive87% of 898 reviews2025
Dev: Stormteller GamesPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Plunge into a living nightmare where every roll counts. Chain fluid combat with dice-fueled attacks, stack relics into ferocious synergies, and build unstoppable momentum. Slash through fate, bend chance to your will, and defeat the Black Die in this board-game inspired roguelite dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.5%, Roguelite 28.3%, Roguelike 19.9%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Action 6.7%