- #1 Mortal Sin
97% matchVery Positive95% of 5,791 reviews2025
Dev: Nikola Todorovic
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.2%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Procedural Generation 12.4%, Roguelite 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: This first-person roguelike perfectly mirrors the retro-styled, souls-like combat and dark fantasy aesthetic found in the seed game.
- #2 Dread Delusion
96% matchVery Positive90% of 5,040 reviews2024
Dev: Lovely HellplacePub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23.7%, Souls-like 17%, 1990's 15.6%, Medieval 14.4%, RPG 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: This open-world RPG features a distinct retro-visual style and a grim, dark fantasy world that resonates with the seed's thematic core.
- #3 Thymesia
96% matchVery Positive83% of 9,660 reviews2022
Dev: OverBorder StudioPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Action RPG 10.2%, Medieval 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes the challenging, visceral souls-like combat mechanics that are central to the action-adventure experience of the seed.
- #4 Lunacid
94% matchVery Positive91% of 10,977 reviews2023
Dev: KIRA LLC
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Cast into the Great Well, unwanted by the world above. You delve the dark in search of the Old One, your last salvation. Lunacid is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by Shadow Tower and King’s Field.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30.1%, Souls-like 23.8%, Retro 14.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, RPG 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the exact PS1-era dark fantasy atmosphere and exploration-heavy gameplay that defines the retro appeal of the seed.
- #5 Arboria
95% matchMostly Positive77% of 770 reviews2021
Dev: DreamplantPub: All in! Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Fight, die, and fight again in this dark fantasy trollz-like roguelite. As a Yotun troll warrior, descend into the ever-changing, creepy dungeons of Durnar. Use a variety of Symbiotic Weapons and Bio-Mutations to slay enemies and heal The Father Tree.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Roguelite 14.8%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Action RPG 12.3%, Roguelike 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A 3D souls-like roguelite that shares the dark fantasy setting and procedural dungeon-crawling structure of the seed.
- #6 Corpse Keeper
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,399 reviews2024
Dev: Melancholia StudioPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Corpse Keeper is a very challenging action-strategy roguelite. You'll need to lead a squad of three corpses to explore the grim and dark medieval world within limited time, build a powerful army of the living dead, and finally kill the demon lurking in the deep end of the cathedral.
Why similar: Souls-like 16.6%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Action RPG 10.9%, Action Roguelike 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: This 3D action-RPG features a dark, oppressive atmosphere and tactical combat that aligns well with the seed's souls-like elements.
- #7 VOIN
92% matchVery Positive93% of 3,092 reviews2024
Dev: Nikita SozidarPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Crafted by a solo developer, VOIN is a first-person hack-and-slash. Cleave through hordes of enemies in fast-paced combat. Explore dark fantasy realms filled with secrets and dangers. Discover powerful gear and weapons, and face menacing bosses in your quest to cleanse a broken world.
Why similar: Souls-like 16.8%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Action Roguelike 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Action RPG 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced action-roguelike captures the aggressive combat style and dark fantasy tone of the seed.
- #8 Halls of Torment
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 31,421 reviews2024
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Roguelite 12.6%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Action RPG 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: It utilizes a retro-inspired aesthetic and dark fantasy themes to deliver a compelling action-roguelike experience.
- #9 In Celebration of Violence
93% matchVery Positive87% of 506 reviews2018
Dev: Julian Edison
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A fantasy action roguelike of exploration and murder. Live, kill, die, improve, live again.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.7%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Procedural Generation 12.3%, Roguelite 10.8%, Hack and Slash 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A souls-like roguelite that emphasizes challenging combat and dark fantasy themes in a procedural environment.
- #10 Nightmare Reaper
91% matchVery Positive94% of 3,745 reviews2022
Dev: Blazing Bit Games
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Blast through a cursed nightmare solo or with up to 3 friends. A retro-inspired FPS where looter shooter weapons meets boomer shooter chaos and rogue-lite elements.
Why similar: Roguelite 28.5%, Retro 28.2%, 1990's 23.7%, Dark 12.8%, Action 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: It combines retro-styled visuals with intense action-roguelite progression, capturing the fast-paced combat feel of the seed.
- #11 Into the Necrovale
89% matchVery Positive86% of 593 reviews2024
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.9%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Action RPG 12.4%, Roguelike 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that integrates deep RPG progression and dungeon-crawling elements similar to the seed game.
- #12 Witchfire
88% matchVery Positive92% of 14,597 reviews2024
Dev: The Astronauts
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Witchfire is a first-person dark fantasy RPG shooter in which you play as a wicked sinner turned witch hunter on his final mission to reach salvation.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.1%, Dark Fantasy 19.8%, Roguelite 15.6%, Action RPG 10.1%, PvE 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy roguelite that focuses on high-stakes combat and atmospheric exploration within a procedurally generated world.
- #13 Dungeons of Edera
89% matchMixed68% of 1,058 reviews2022
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Dungeons of Edera is a rogue-lite action RPG dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to restore Edera to its former glory.
Why similar: Souls-like 13%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Roguelite 10.8%, Procedural Generation 10.5%, Action Roguelike 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features procedural dungeon crawling and a focus on character progression that mirrors the seed's design.
- #14 Soulblight
90% matchMostly Negative37% of 194 reviews2018
Dev: My Next GamesPub: Movie Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Soulblight is a dark, unforgiving, top-down action roguelike luring you to cross the thin line between good and evil. Embrace your flaws to survive a journey through an unforgiving Sanctuary. Gluttony, Lust, Cannibalism - how far are you willing to go?
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Roguelite 14.3%, Procedural Generation 13.8%, Action Roguelike 12.4%, RPG 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy roguelite focuses on RPG mechanics and punishing combat, closely matching the seed's gameplay loop.
- #15 Heretical
86% matchVery Positive85% of 978 reviews2024
Dev: Three Swords StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Die. Adapt. Strike back. Climb Sanctora in this brutal Rogue-lite where every death unlocks powers, heroes, and paths to vengeance.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.7%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Roguelite 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that leans heavily into dark fantasy themes and challenging combat encounters.
- #16 Mana Spark
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 690 reviews2018
Dev: BEHEMUTT
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A challenging action RPG with deep souls-like combat and rogue-like elements. Explore a dreadful dungeon and fight smart enemies that will plan and collaborate between themselves to defeat you.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.3%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Procedural Generation 10.7%, Roguelite 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A souls-like roguelite that provides a challenging, top-down perspective on the dark fantasy dungeon-crawling experience.
- #17 Striving for Light
85% matchVery Positive80% of 235 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action Roguelike 16.2%, Action RPG 14.1%, Roguelite 13.1%, Procedural Generation 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG roguelite that offers complex skill trees and procedural world generation similar to the seed.
- #18 Keeper's Toll
84% matchVery Positive90% of 769 reviews2024
Dev: Stingbot Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Action Roguelike 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, 1990's 14.2%, Roguelite 13.9%, Action RPG 12%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-roguelite that shares the retro sensibilities and procedural generation of the seed.
- #19 Barony
86% matchVery Positive91% of 14,919 reviews2015
Dev: Turning Wheel LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Barony is the premier first-person roguelike with cooperative play! Adventure alone, or gather a party with iconic and unusual RPG classes to face off against the brutal dungeons. Test your resourcefulness, wits, and friendships, on your quest to lift the evil lich's curse!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.3%, Roguelike 25.1%, Action RPG 24%, RPG 13.1%, Singleplayer 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: This first-person roguelike offers a retro aesthetic and deep dungeon-crawling mechanics that mirror the procedural nature of the seed.
- #20 The Bleakest Keep
83% matchVery Positive91% of 678 reviews2025
Dev: Cache of Bones
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 50%
The Bleakest Keep is a challenging action horror roguelike. Survive the horrors of the Keep, upgrade your gear, and earn ranks as you ascend the tower and save the world!
Why similar: Souls-like 19.2%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Medieval 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A souls-like action-roguelike that focuses on dark fantasy themes and procedural dungeon exploration.
- #21 Dragon Is Dead
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 690 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 15.7%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Souls-like 15.2%, Roguelite 11.9%, Action RPG 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: This action-roguelike emphasizes dark fantasy aesthetics and challenging combat mechanics.
- #22 Dungeons of Blood and Dream
82% matchVery Positive94% of 1,145 reviews2024
Dev: Lori Vornoy
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Play as a mighty Blood Wizard on a quest to escape a death-loop of psychedelic dungeons. Slay disgusting creatures using a large array of bladed weapons and unnerving spells, harness the power of cursed rings, find mysterious treasures, and learn the secrets of the universe you are trapped in.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Procedural Generation 14.3%, Medieval 13.4%, Roguelike 13.2%
Why You'll Like It: This 3D procedural dungeon crawler features a surreal and dark aesthetic that complements the seed's visual style.
- #23 Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
79% matchVery Positive88% of 31,665 reviews2025
Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
Windows
Median: 15.0 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 36.6%, Action RPG 21.4%, RPG 17.6%, Third Person 16.8%, Action 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy RPG provides a grim and oppressive atmosphere that aligns with the seed's world-building.
- #24 Eldritch
82% matchVery Positive88% of 2,216 reviews2013
Dev: Minor Key Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Eldritch is the original imsim roguelike: a first-person action game inspired by roguelikes, immersive sims, and H. P. Lovecraft.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.9%, Roguelike 24.8%, Roguelite 15.9%, Procedural Generation 12.2%, RPG 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled roguelike that emphasizes atmospheric exploration and dark, procedural environments.
- #25 GRAVEN
81% matchMixed54% of 1,499 reviews2024
Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 29.9%, Retro 21.6%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, RPG 14.5%, 3D 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled dark fantasy adventure that focuses on immersive combat and exploration.
- #26 Rebellion
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 69 reviews2022
Dev: TGM
Windows
Rebellion is a souls like and roguelite action game about your revenge saga. Unfairly imprisoned, you seek to cross swords with the King again, for the last time! Escape the jail, explore the castle and it's different areas and layouts, find and recruit allies, choose to fight or sneak from enemies.
Why similar: Souls-like 22%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Medieval 13%, Action RPG 10.9%, Procedural Generation 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: This souls-like action-RPG features medieval themes and a high difficulty curve consistent with the seed.
- #27 Netherworld Covenant
77% matchVery Positive80% of 678 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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: Hack and Slash 13.9%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, Roguelite 10.9%, Action RPG 10.4%
- #28 AMID EVIL
78% matchVery Positive93% of 7,618 reviews2019
Dev: IndefatigablePub: New Blood Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A retro FPS for the ages! Once branded a HERETIC. Now YOU have been chosen as our champion! Reclaim our sacred weapons. Take back our ancient lands. If you can stand... AMID EVIL.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 35.9%, 1990's 31.4%, Retro 23.2%, Action 6.5%, Singleplayer 3%
Why You'll Like It: This title captures the retro-styled dark fantasy aesthetic with fast-paced, visceral combat.
- #29 Trinity Fusion
78% matchVery Positive86% of 879 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%
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: Souls-like 21.3%, Action Roguelike 15.5%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Roguelite 12.1%, Action RPG 11%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that features a dark, atmospheric world and fluid combat mechanics.
- #30 A Violent Revelry
80% matchMixed66% of 82 reviews2022
Dev: Julian Edison
Windows
Explore a procedurally generated world while bolstering your power in increasingly absurd ways. Mechanics-heavy and brimming with deliberate, messy bladeplay. Join the revelry!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.3%, Procedural Generation 16.6%, Action RPG 14.3%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Roguelite 12.1%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action-roguelike that utilizes procedural generation to create challenging combat scenarios.
- #31 Pocket Rogues
79% matchVery Positive89% of 580 reviews2018
Dev: EtherGaming
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Souls-like 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Hack and Slash 11%, Roguelite 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-roguelike that distills classic RPG elements into a portable, procedural experience.
- #32 Bloodshed
75% matchVery Positive85% of 1,782 reviews2025
Dev: com8com1 SoftwarePub: Headup
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Bloodshed is a Roguelite Survivors FPS; an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action!
Why similar: 1990's 23.2%, Action Roguelike 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Roguelite 17.3%, Dark 11.4%
- #33 Never Mourn
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 358 reviews2024
Dev: Primal SeedPub: The CoLab
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Explore the world of Never Mourn in this rogue-lite action adventure. Death is never the end, merely the beginning of your next adventure. Use ancient necromantic magics to raise an army of undead daemons and do battle to close the rifts of Never Mourn.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Medieval 10.4%, Roguelite 10.4%
- #34 The Realm of Reincarnation
76% matchVery Positive81% of 94 reviews2024
Dev: lvhanjianPub: fengshuyun
Windows
This game centers on monster hunting, equipment collection, random talents, gear enhancement, and top-tier loot drops.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 14.5%, Action Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 11.1%, Action RPG 10.8%, Procedural Generation 9.4%
- #35 Devil Spire
76% matchVery Positive87% of 509 reviews2022
Dev: Ithiro Sumi
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Roguelite Pseudo-3D Dungeon Crawler. It's King's Field but procedurally generated, and with Hexen-style graphics!
Why similar: Souls-like 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Procedural Generation 11.8%, Roguelite 11.8%, 1990's 11.1%
- #36 Darkblade Ascent
74% matchVery Positive82% of 536 reviews2025
Dev: PST Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Fast paced First-Person Melee Roguelike RPG with randomly generated weapons and upgrades, unlockable new classes and persistent leveling. Hack and slash your way through atmospheric dark fantasy locations, unique monsters and bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 16.2%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Procedural Generation 10.8%, Action RPG 10%
- #37 Rogue Loops
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 298 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: Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Roguelite 15%, Action RPG 12.1%, Roguelike 11.6%
- #38 Healed To Death
73% matchVery Positive82% of 168 reviews2025
Dev: Branno
Windows · Linux
Healed To Death is a single-player Rogue-Lite where you play as the Healer. The gameplay is inspired by healing in MMORPGs. Manage a party, Heal your allies, Explore dungeons and Destroy undead monsters with Healing & Support Spells.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Roguelite 12.5%, Procedural Generation 12.3%, Action RPG 9.5%
- #39 Cinderia
70% matchVery Positive88% of 3,284 reviews2026
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, skill cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.6%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Roguelite 13.7%, Roguelike 11.8%, Procedural Generation 10.4%
- #40 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 21.6%, Souls-like 18.6%, Roguelite 15.1%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Procedural Generation 11%
- #41 The Awakener: Forgotten Oath
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 246 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: Medieval 17.6%, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Roguelite 13.2%, Action RPG 12.4%, RPG 9.3%
- #42 Pixel Survivors : Roguelike
73% matchVery Positive81% of 468 reviews2023
Dev: Amrita
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
A rogue-lite game where you must face hundreds of monsters with increasingly difficult bosses that strong enough to take you down. Choose your abilities, build your favorite combat style, become stronger and survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Souls-like 19.2%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 11.8%, Medieval 11.1%
- #43 Shattered Realm Rebirth
70% matchVery Positive94% of 83 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 21.8%, Roguelite 16.1%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Action RPG 14.6%, Roguelike 10%
- #44 Summum Aeterna
71% matchVery Positive85% of 388 reviews2023
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 17.6%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Roguelite 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Procedural Generation 13.4%
- #45 GUILT: The Deathless
72% matchVery Positive82% of 74 reviews2022
Dev: Outer Brain Studios
Windows
Slash your way through dark, ever-changing lands in this new blend of roguelike and shared-world adventure. Create your adventurer and undertake a perilous journey where all players’ choices alter the twisted landscape. Will you beg for forgiveness?
Why similar: Souls-like 21.4%, Action Roguelike 14%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Hack and Slash 11.2%, Action RPG 11.1%
- #46 The Rangers In The South
69% matchVery Positive82% of 805 reviews2025
Dev: DPA Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Purge the lands in this 2.5D HD Pixelart RogueLike ARPG! Create hundreds of characters with unique strategies and abilities, face hordes of enemies, explore different biomes, procedurally generated dungeons, and obtain unique items!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.8%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Medieval 16.5%, Roguelike 14.8%, RPG 7.6%
- #47 Rogue Spirit
71% matchVery Positive81% of 171 reviews2023
Dev: Kids With SticksPub: 505 Games Official
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.5 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 24%, Procedural Generation 20.3%, Third Person 20.2%, Roguelike 11.2%, PvE 8.8%
- #48 EdgeOfTheAbyssAwaken
71% matchMixed68% of 585 reviews2022
Dev: TrinityBJ
Windows
"Edge of the abyss Awakening" is an adventure game that combines third-person, action, Roguelite and RPG strategy selection. Players can match different weapons, entries and talents to form various gameplays for adventurous challenges. You can play solo or in teams of up to three people.
Why similar: Souls-like 17.8%, Action Roguelike 11.7%, Medieval 11%, Hack and Slash 10.9%, Roguelite 8.1%
- #49 Cryptical Path
68% matchVery Positive88% of 165 reviews2025
Dev: Old Skull Games
Windows
Cryptical Path is an action rogue-lite that pushes the boundaries of the genre. Play the Architect, build your own rooms, and tame an ever-changing labyrinth you've been summoned in.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.2%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Procedural Generation 18.6%, Roguelike 15%, Roguelite 9.3%
- #50 Crypt of the Serpent King
72% matchVery Positive83% of 303 reviews2016
Dev: Rendercode Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Crypt of the Serpent King is a medieval first-person hack'n'slash dungeon crawler with roguelike elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fighting underworld creatures along the way, all while avoiding traps and collecting loot!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.9%, RPG 17.3%, Procedural Generation 17%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Action 6.1%
- #51 Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel
66% matchVery Positive83% of 7,440 reviews2025
Dev: Games FarmPub: Grindstone
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Hordes of Hel is a gripping roguelike horde-survivor game set in the dark realms of Norse Mythology. Fight waves of enemies to earn divine blessings of ancient Viking Deities, explore hostile worlds and face powerful bosses. Become a god-like warrior in this ultimate showdown.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.7%, Action Roguelike 15.6%, Action RPG 12.5%, Roguelite 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%
- #52 Dwarven Realms
67% matchVery Positive82% of 3,507 reviews2024
Dev: Crater Studios
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Face massive hordes of mobs and unleash chaotic abilities that paint the screen with mayhem. Dive into the largest mob density of any 3D ARPG and slay them all. Wield epic powers, create your build, and shape a world of endless possibilities in the action-packed ARPG experience.
Why similar: Souls-like 16.6%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Action RPG 10.2%, Roguelite 8.8%
- #53 Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur
69% 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 14.5%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Roguelite 12.4%, Procedural Generation 11.2%, Action RPG 11.2%
- #54 Devious Dungeon 2
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 89 reviews2020
Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Devious Dungeon 2 is a medieval-focused action platformer with RPG-styled upgrades and procedurally generated levels. It is said that great adventures await behind the walls of this dark castle. A dark castle filled with dungeons, danger, and loot!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.8%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Procedural Generation 11.9%, Action RPG 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%
- #55 Source of Madness
69% matchMixed69% of 1,544 reviews2022
Dev: Carry CastlePub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Source of Madness is a side-scrolling dark action roguelite set in a twisted Lovecraftian inspired world powered by procedural generation and AI machine learning. Take on the role of a new Acolyte as they embark on a nightmarish odyssey.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Roguelite 13.4%, Action Roguelike 11.5%, Procedural Generation 11%
- #56 Shadow of the Depth
67% matchMostly Positive70% of 475 reviews2025
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Shadow of the Depth is a top-down action Roguelite game. Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!
Why similar: Souls-like 19.3%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Roguelite 13%, Action RPG 11.3%
- #57 Nyran Survivors
67% 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: Action Roguelike 27.7%, Hack and Slash 24.7%, Roguelike 16%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, 3D 6.8%
- #58 Reignbreaker
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 528 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 20%, Action Roguelike 19.3%, Action RPG 16.7%, Roguelite 15.8%, Roguelike 14%
- #59 Lost in Random: The Eternal Die
64% matchVery Positive87% of 924 reviews2025
Dev: Stormteller GamesPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Hack and Slash 17.5%, Action Roguelike 16%, Roguelite 13.6%, Roguelike 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%