- #1 Rogue Legacy 2
97% matchVery Positive91% of 14,951 reviews2022
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 24.5 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: Roguelite 38.2%, RPG 12.4%, Procedural Generation 11.3%, Action Roguelike 9.9%, Action 7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a similar emphasis on persistent character upgrades and exploration that makes every run feel meaningful.
- #2 Heroes of Hammerwatch
96% matchVery Positive87% of 9,461 reviews2018
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 25.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36%, Roguelite 23.5%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, RPG 5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a very similar top-down dungeon-crawling experience with a heavy focus on town-building and cooperative play.
- #3 Dungreed
96% matchVery Positive93% of 9,532 reviews2018
Dev: TEAM HORAY
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dungreed is a 2D side-scrolling action game with 2D Rogue-LITE elements. You become an adventurer exploring a continuously evolving dungeon to prevent the town from being destroyed. Eliminate enemies, use a variety of weapons and magic, eat food, and defeat evil in the dungeon!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.5%, Roguelite 20.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Roguelike 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: A direct spiritual cousin that captures the same top-down, pixel-art dungeon-crawling loop and loot-heavy gameplay.
- #4 Moonlighter
95% matchVery Positive82% of 21,741 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: Action Roguelike 27.1%, Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, Roguelite 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Procedural Generation 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines dungeon-crawling action with shop-management mechanics, mirroring the resource-gathering focus of UnderMine.
- #5 Tiny Rogues
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,556 reviews2022
Dev: RubyDev
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tiny Rogues is a challenging fantasy rogue-lite bullet-hell dungeon crawler with rpg elements. Build a new unique character each run and fight one monster-infested room after another! Discover unique weapons, collect magical items and level up to become more and more powerful!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35%, Dungeon Crawler 20.2%, Roguelite 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Top-Down 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers tight, fast-paced combat and deep character build variety that appeals to fans of UnderMine's action-heavy runs.
- #6 Skul: The Hero Slayer
94% matchVery Positive93% of 57,146 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 49.4%, Roguelite 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action 4.5%, Roguelike 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features high-energy, pixel-art combat with a unique character-swapping mechanic that keeps the action fresh.
- #7 Children of Morta
93% matchVery Positive88% of 22,780 reviews2019
Dev: Dead MagePub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Action Roguelike 30.1%, Dungeon Crawler 19.4%, Roguelite 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, RPG 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a beautiful pixel-art aesthetic and a strong focus on narrative-driven, top-down action roguelite gameplay.
- #8 Enter the Gungeon
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,698 reviews2016
Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 44.4%, Dungeon Crawler 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Roguelite 9.3%, Roguelike 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for top-down action roguelikes, offering immense variety in weapons and secrets to discover.
- #9 Revita
91% matchVery Positive81% of 2,397 reviews2022
Dev: BenStarPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
In this fast paced twin-stick roguelite platformer, you play as an unnamed child ascending an ominous clocktower in pursuit of their lost memories. Harvest and sacrifice souls to grow your power in order to challenge procedural encounter rooms and intimidating bosses!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.4%, Dungeon Crawler 21.8%, Roguelite 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Procedural Generation 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Uses a unique health-as-currency mechanic that creates the same tense risk-versus-reward decision-making found in UnderMine.
- #10 SteamWorld Dig 2
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,952 reviews2017
Dev: Image & Form Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
SteamWorld Dig is back! Dig deep, gain riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld in this platform mining adventure influenced by classic Metroidvania style games.
Why similar: Mining 50.4% ★, Adventure 14.7%, Action 13%, Indie 10.6%, 2D 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Perfectly captures the satisfying loop of mining, upgrading gear, and exploring deeper into the earth.
- #11 Core Keeper
89% matchVery Positive93% of 64,481 reviews2024
Dev: PugstormPub: Fireshine Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 34.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore a vast cavern of creatures, relics and resources in a mining sandbox adventure for 1-8 players. Mine, build, fight, craft and farm to unravel the mystery of the ancient Core.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 37.2%, Procedural Generation 28.5%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 8.9%, Indie 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on mining, exploration, and base-building in a top-down perspective that feels like a natural evolution of UnderMine's mining themes.
- #12 Wizard of Legend
90% matchVery Positive91% of 20,929 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: Action Roguelike 40.5%, Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, Roguelite 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Roguelike 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers fast-paced, top-down spell-casting combat that rewards player skill and build experimentation.
- #13 Sparklite
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 658 reviews2019
Dev: Red Blue GamesPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Sparklite is an action-adventure set in a whimsical & ever-changing land. Battle foes using an arsenal of gadgets, guns, & gear. Gear up for adventure in the dangerous corners of the procedurally generated world, take down titans of the mining industry, & harness the power of Sparklite!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.2%, Roguelite 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, RPG 6.2%, Procedural Generation 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-adventure roguelite with a charming art style and a focus on gathering resources to upgrade your base.
- #14 UnderMine 2
88% matchMostly Positive74% of 803 reviews2025
Dev: Thorium
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Delve into the dangerous, ever-shifting labyrinth that is the Undermine. Discover, craft, and combine hundreds of unique items. Pair them with an ever-expanding roster of distinct playable characters for a new run every time! Grab a partner and uncover UnderMine 2's secrets together in local co-op.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.7%, Dungeon Crawler 17.1%, Roguelite 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Mining 6.7% ★
Why You'll Like It: The direct sequel to the seed game, offering expanded mechanics and new challenges for returning players.
- #15 Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos
87% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,675 reviews2021
Dev: Heliocentric StudiosPub: Team17 Digital
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rogue Heroes is a topdown, roguelite adventure game inspired by the Zelda franchise. Play solo or team up with your friends to combat procedurally generated dungeons and take down the evil Titans that threaten to overwhelm the land of Tasos!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.1%, Roguelite 26.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, RPG 9.6%, Roguelike 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A Zelda-inspired top-down adventure that emphasizes co-op play and persistent character growth.
- #16 Neon Abyss
86% matchVery Positive86% of 23,532 reviews2020
Dev: Veewo GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.4 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: Action Roguelike 27.8%, Dungeon Crawler 19.2%, Roguelite 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Procedural Generation 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane roguelite with a massive variety of items and weapons that create chaotic and fun runs.
- #17 Caveblazers
86% matchVery Positive85% of 4,500 reviews2017
Dev: Deadpan GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 43.6%, Roguelite 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Procedural Generation 8%, Roguelike 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging platforming roguelite that features similar loot-gathering and dungeon-delving intensity.
- #18 Nobody Saves the World
85% matchVery Positive91% of 6,762 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: Dungeon Crawler 42.4%, Procedural Generation 12.7%, RPG 11.5%, Indie 6%, Fantasy 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features top-down dungeon crawling with a unique class-switching system that provides deep RPG progression.
- #19 Cult of the Lamb
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 123,767 reviews2022
Dev: Massive MonsterPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 25.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland Followers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42%, Dungeon Crawler 24.9%, Roguelite 21.6%, Fantasy 2.4%, Action 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: Blends dungeon-crawling action with base-management elements, mirroring the progression loop found in UnderMine.
- #20 Curse of the Dead Gods
84% matchVery Positive84% of 9,091 reviews2021
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.8 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 43.2%, Roguelite 22.1%, Dungeon Crawler 21.6%, Roguelike 3.6%, Action 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides challenging, tactical top-down combat that rewards careful movement and resource management.
- #21 Delver
84% matchVery Positive88% of 2,842 reviews2018
Dev: Chad CuddiganPub: Priority Interrupt
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Delve into the shifting dungeons on your hunt for the Yithidian orb, but getting it might just be the easy part. Delver is a single player first-person action roguelike dungeon crawler, just like you wished they used to make.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.4%, Dungeon Crawler 24.8%, Roguelite 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, RPG 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on first-person dungeon crawling with a heavy emphasis on loot and exploration in a retro style.
- #22 Forager
82% matchVery Positive90% of 43,424 reviews2019
Dev: HopFrogPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 22.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The highly popular and quirky "idle game that you want to actively keep playing". Explore, craft, gather & manage resources, find secrets and build your base out of nothing! Buy land to explore and expand!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 58.5%, RPG 13%, Adventure 8.8%, Indie 8.6%, 2D 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the satisfying loop of gathering, crafting, and upgrading, which mirrors the progression feel of UnderMine.
- #23 Atomicrops
81% matchVery Positive92% of 6,194 reviews2020
Dev: Bird Bath GamesPub: Raw Fury
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
A twin-stick, bullet-hell, roguelite where you must cultivate and defend the last farm in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Farm mutated crops, upgrade your weapons, marry townsfolk, and kill every mutant creature that tries to invade your homestead! Yee-haw!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 45.4%, Roguelite 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Roguelike 5.1%, Action 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Adds a unique farming-sim twist to the roguelite genre, requiring players to defend their crops while exploring.
- #24 SteamWorld Dig
81% matchVery Positive94% of 10,787 reviews2013
Dev: Image & Form Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
SteamWorld Dig is an action-adventure puzzler with strong Metroidvanian influences set in the SteamWorld Universe. You’ll need to dig deep into the earth, gather resources to upgrade your tools and abilities, take on enemies, solve challenging puzzles and uncover the secrets to save a dying town.
Why similar: Mining 58.1% ★, Adventure 11.2%, Indie 9.4%, Action 7.8%, 2D 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: The original mining adventure that established the satisfying loop of digging and upgrading gear.
- #25 Dungeon Souls
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,228 reviews2016
Dev: Lamina Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dungeon Souls is an action-adventure roguelike dungeon crawler which draws heavy inspiration from Nuclear Throne, Risk of Rain, and Overture. Explore vast procedurally generated dungeons, collect loot, and slay hordes of challenging enemies!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.1%, Dungeon Crawler 21.7%, Roguelite 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 10%, RPG 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down dungeon crawler that emphasizes fast-paced combat and character progression.
- #26 Dwarf Journey
80% matchVery Positive93% of 367 reviews2021
Dev: Orube Game Studio
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Dwarf Journey is an action roguelite platformer with randomly generated levels. Defeat enemies, level up, assemble your rune build and collect minerals to forge better equipment on an epic journey in search of immortality.
Why similar: Roguelite 29%, RPG 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Action 7.8%, Adventure 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art platformer that captures the dwarf-themed mining and combat spirit of UnderMine.
- #27 Dead Cells
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 180,167 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.2 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 39.3%, Roguelite 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Procedural Generation 8.5%, Roguelike 4.1%
- #28 Chasm
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,681 reviews2018
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 33.7%, RPG 17.9%, Procedural Generation 15.9%, Adventure 7.8%, Action 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A procedural dungeon crawler that blends action-RPG elements with a classic metroidvania feel.
- #29 Below the Stone
77% matchVery Positive85% of 437 reviews2023
Dev: StrollartPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Below the Stone is an extraction roguelike about dwarves on the quest for the deepest depths. A place where each and every descent will lead to new adventures -- and where only the most determined dwarves with many lost lives will be rewarded by the hidden world lying below the stone.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.5%, Dungeon Crawler 18.3%, Roguelite 15.7%, Mining 9.3% ★, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #30 UnderDungeon
78% matchVery Positive90% of 69 reviews2023
Dev: Josyan
Windows
Embody Kimuto on the first day of his new job in this humor-packed dungeon crawler with surprising secrets to discover!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 50.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, RPG 12.3%, Action 4.8%, Retro 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-adventure game that captures the classic dungeon-crawling aesthetic and feel.
- #31 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
76% matchVery Positive83% of 6,080 reviews2025
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.2%, Dungeon Crawler 19.5%, Roguelite 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Procedural Generation 6.2%
- #32 Exit the Gungeon
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,704 reviews2020
Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Exit the Gungeon is a small, spin-off 'dungeon climber' immediately following the adventures of the misfit Gungeoneers.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 24.3%, Dungeon Crawler 23.7%, Action 15.3%, Adventure 13.4%, Indie 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced arcade-style spin-off that maintains the high-intensity combat of its predecessor.
- #33 Wall World
75% matchVery Positive91% of 12,217 reviews2023
Dev: Alawar
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Explore the mysterious Wall World on your giant robospider: mine for valuable resources, upgrade your equipment to fight off hordes of monsters, and discover exotic biomes in-between attacks. Will you be able to survive and learn the secrets of the Wall World?
Why similar: Roguelite 38.4%, Mining 21.1% ★, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Procedural Generation 12%, Roguelike 5.4%
- #34 Death Must Die
74% matchVery Positive90% of 21,526 reviews2023
Dev: Realm Archive
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42.9%, Roguelite 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, RPG 6.9%, Procedural Generation 5%
- #35 Diehard Dungeon
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 499 reviews2014
Dev: Tricktale
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Combining its own unique take on the real-time roguelike genre, with a nostalgic 16-bit look and feel, Diehard Dungeon is a game that feels both familiar and quite different at the same time. Followed by a trusty, treasure collecting companion chest, you must make your way through the dungeons many randomly-generated rooms and levels.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 48.2%, Roguelite 13.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.1%, RPG 8.2%, Roguelike 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward and challenging dungeon crawler that focuses on combat and item collection.
- #36 Slasher's Keep
76% matchVery Positive83% of 2,282 reviews2020
Dev: Damian Schloter
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Hack, slash, shoot and loot your way through procedurally generated dungeons! Smack your enemies into spikes with your inventory sack!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.6%, Dungeon Crawler 28%, Roguelite 14.8%, RPG 6%, Procedural Generation 3.9%
- #37 Dome Keeper
73% matchVery Positive92% of 20,921 reviews2022
Dev: BippinbitsPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Defend against waves of alien monsters in this unique roguelike action miner. Dig for resources, collect useful gadgets, and upgrade equipment to increase odds of survival – just hurry back before your dome is destroyed!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.8%, Procedural Generation 22.3%, Roguelike 14%, Action 11%, Retro 8%
- #38 Mana Spark
75% 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: Action Roguelike 32.2%, Dungeon Crawler 21%, Roguelite 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Procedural Generation 6.5%
- #39 bit Dungeon
74% matchVery Positive89% of 192 reviews2019
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows
bitDungeon combines randomized loot and fast action combat, explore randomized dungeons and hack and slash your way through dangerous bosses. The difficultly increases as you become stronger and stronger. Build your character how you want with deadly passive abilities.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 59.7%, Roguelite 17.1%, RPG 10.9%, Action 4.6%, Adventure 4.1%
- #40 Streets of Rogue
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 22,818 reviews2019
Dev: Matt DabrowskiPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fight, sneak, and hack your way through randomly generated cities. It's like Nuclear Throne meets Deus Ex, mixed with the anarchy of GTA. Rogue-lite meets immersive sim, and goes completely insane.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.5%, Roguelite 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, RPG 7.2%, Procedural Generation 3.9%
- #41 Dunjungle
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 733 reviews2025
Dev: Bruno BombardiPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 36.6%, Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Roguelite 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Procedural Generation 8.1%
- #42 Dreamscaper
72% matchVery Positive88% of 3,156 reviews2021
Dev: Afterburner StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42.8%, Roguelite 25.2%, Dungeon Crawler 14.1%, RPG 6.2%, Action 3.3%
- #43 Into the Necrovale
71% 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: Action Roguelike 37.8%, Dungeon Crawler 23.2%, Roguelite 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, RPG 5.2%
- #44 Stoneshard
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 34,341 reviews2020
Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 37.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.8%, RPG 22%, Pixel Graphics 18.9%, Procedural Generation 13%, Roguelike 7.1%
- #45 Heroes Of Loot: Gauntlet Of Power
71% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Orangepixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mount and upgrade your weapons into special combos in this randomly generated action RPG shooter. Mow down thousands of dungeon dwelling creatures and survive as you descend deeper into the dungeon! Unlock items, complete quests, and find all the secrets to help you reach the boss of bosses!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.1%, Dungeon Crawler 20.9%, Roguelite 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Procedural Generation 6.2%
- #46 One More Dungeon
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 663 reviews2015
Dev: Stately Snail
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
One More Dungeon is a first person shooter roguelike with procedurally generated levels and pixel-art graphics.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.8%, Dungeon Crawler 25.4%, Roguelite 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, RPG 8.2%
- #47 Dandy Ace
70% matchVery Positive87% of 1,315 reviews2021
Dev: Mad MimicPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Dandy Ace is an over the top action game that follows this fabulous magician seeking to combine and use his magical cards, fighting and looting his way to defeat the Green-Eyed Illusionist and free himself from a cursed mirror.
Why similar: Roguelite 31.2%, Dungeon Crawler 30.8%, Action 11.2%, Procedural Generation 10%, Indie 8.4%
- #48 Underminer
68% matchVery Positive93% of 975 reviews2024
Dev: Team GongMyeongPub: Jungle Game Lab
Windows
Welcome to Underminer, an underground adventure game set in a subterranean world. Mine minerals, earn money, upgrade your drill machine and descend deeper into the earth. The truth about 'legendary minerals' and an exciting underground world are waiting for you!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 45.6%, Mining 25% ★, Adventure 8.2%, Indie 7.8%, Action 7.6%
- #49 Graveyard Keeper
70% matchVery Positive86% of 52,820 reviews2018
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Build and manage a medieval graveyard while facing ethical dilemmas and making questionable decisions. Welcome to Graveyard Keeper, the most inaccurate medieval cemetery sim of the year.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 50.4%, RPG 25.1%, Adventure 5.6%, Indie 5.6%, Fantasy 4.3%
- #50 bit Dungeon II
71% matchVery Positive82% of 2,214 reviews2014
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
bitDungeon II is fast action-adventure game with a giant overworld to explore. You are a spirit in an undead world of demons. Your "loved one's " grave has been desecrated. Fight through these corrupted lands, and bring peace to her soul.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42.3%, Dungeon Crawler 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, RPG 9.7%, Roguelite 6.9%
- #51 ScourgeBringer
69% matchVery Positive86% of 3,222 reviews2020
Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 34%, Roguelite 27.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Action 6.3%, Adventure 5.3%
- #52 NETHER DUNGEONS
67% matchVery Positive83% of 427 reviews2024
Dev: Arakuma Studio
Windows
Nether Dungeons is an action-packed dungeon crawler. Battle through procedurally generated dungeons, face relentless enemies, and defeat epic bosses. Customize your hero, wield diverse weapons, and survive intense challenges as you descend into ever-changing, dangerous depths.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.6%, Dungeon Crawler 22.6%, Roguelite 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Procedural Generation 5.1%
- #53 Undungeon
70% 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: Dungeon Crawler 33.9%, Roguelite 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, RPG 7.2%, Top-Down 6.4%
- #54 Tails of Iron
67% matchVery Positive88% of 14,555 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.9 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: RPG 26.9%, Adventure 16%, 2D 13.7%, Fantasy 12.7%, Action 10.8%
- #55 Secrets of Grindea
66% matchVery Positive89% of 8,531 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Ferrets
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 74.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Secrets of Grindea is an old-school Action RPG with co-op support for up to 4 players. Journey through fantastical lands and battle tons of different enemies and bosses in your quest for truth, friendship and, above all, finding the world’s rarest treasures!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23.2%, RPG 15.7%, Top-Down 14.7%, Adventure 8.1%, Fantasy 6.9%
- #56 Necrosmith
67% matchVery Positive86% of 5,314 reviews2022
Dev: Alawar
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%
A necromancer simulator. Assemble the dead using different body parts while upgrading your tower, combine the abilities of the different fantastic races to fight your way through the hordes of enemies and overrun the ’chosen ones’. To tell the truth, the dead are pretty, uhm, dumb.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 45.5%, Roguelite 26.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Top-Down 8%, Roguelike 4.3%
- #57 Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
64% matchVery Positive86% of 2,744 reviews2025
Dev: Digital SunPub: 11 bit studios
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Live the double life of a fearless adventurer and a crafty merchant! Dive into vibrant dimensions brimming with shiny loot and pesky enemies. Grow your shop, tinker with weapons and gadgets, as well as make your mark among a ragtag community of castaways.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32%, Roguelite 24.9%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, Procedural Generation 9.4%, RPG 9.2%
- #58 Magicite
68% matchVery Positive85% of 7,589 reviews2014
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Explore, craft, and survive in this Multiplayer RPG Platformer with permanent death! Featuring many Rogue-like elements, Magicite randomly generates each underground dungeon for you and your friends to delve deep into.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 44%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Roguelite 11.5%, RPG 10.8%, Roguelike 5.5%
- #59 Looking for Heals
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 126 reviews2021
Dev: Blue Bomber Games
Windows
An action rogue-like inspired by MMO healing mechanics. Heal, shield and resurrect your way through procedural dungeons filled with powerful items, deadly enemies and the most incompetent party imaginable!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.9%, Dungeon Crawler 21.3%, Roguelite 19.6%, Procedural Generation 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #60 Loop Hero
65% matchVery Positive93% of 36,230 reviews2021
Dev: Four QuartersPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.2 hrsMean: 28.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero.
Why similar: Roguelite 38.5%, Pixel Graphics 19.3%, RPG 9.9%, Roguelike 6.9%, Choices Matter 6.3%