- #1 Skul: The Hero Slayer
97% matchVery Positive93% of 57,546 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 23.3 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 25%, Roguelite 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Metroidvania 7.5%, Roguelike 7.4%
- #2 SOULGRAVE
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: bromanguy
Windows
SOULGRAVE is a character-driven action roguelike where you create wild builds, explore ever-changing dungeons, and battle brutal bosses with puzzle-like, telegraphed mechanics. Restore a shattered world... or doom it forever.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.4%, Roguelite 14.6%, Metroidvania 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #3 Dead Cells
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 182,870 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.3 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 15.5%, Roguelite 13.8%, Metroidvania 12.3%, Souls-like 10.4%, Hack and Slash 7.5%
- #4 Nightmare: The Lunatic
95% matchVery Positive89% of 270 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 18.7%, Roguelite 14.7%, Metroidvania 11.4%, Souls-like 10.5%, Hack and Slash 9.5%
- #5 Rogue Knight
94% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Hubris
Windows
Experience fast-paced roguelite gameplay. Explore ever-changing locations and fight vicious enemies in souls-inspired 2d combat. Every run you will find variety of items and spells to compliment your playstyle, as well as resources to upgrade your town for future runs.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.2%, Roguelite 13.8%, Souls-like 11.6%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Hack and Slash 7.5%
- #6 ScourgeBringer
94% matchVery Positive86% of 3,268 reviews2020
Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: Roguelite 22.2%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Action 8.8%, Metroidvania 8%
- #7 Aura of Worlds
93% matchVery Positive91% of 151 reviews2024
Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 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: Metroidvania 13.8%, Roguelite 13.7%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Souls-like 11.5%, Side Scroller 9.3%
- #8 Rogue Worlds
91% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · 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! This is the Lite edition of Aura of Worlds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 14.1%, Roguelite 13.7%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Souls-like 12.1%, Side Scroller 9.4%
- #9 Flinthook
92% matchMostly Positive74% of 844 reviews2017
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 32.9%, Roguelite 18%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Roguelike 7.5%, Action 6.1%
- #10 Vera: The Last Hope
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arcarium
Windows
Hack and slash through a frenetic roguelite and cut your way to the Demon King. Upgrade your favorite abilities and equip new ones as you progress, making countless variations each run.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.1%, Roguelite 22.6%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Hack and Slash 6.8%, Procedural Generation 6.7%
- #11 Dungreed
90% matchVery Positive93% of 9,591 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 30.3%, Roguelite 23.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Roguelike 10.2%, Action 5.2%
- #12 The VIllage of Eri
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GhoulSoftware
Windows
A metroidvenia rouglike platformer RPG.Explore the world as you upgrade your character, buy gear, solve puzzles and save villagers.Fight hordes of monsters in the hopes of learning more about the world and yourself.Gain bonuses for every building you restore and every villager you save.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22%, Roguelite 21%, Metroidvania 16.1%, Side Scroller 11%, Roguelike 8.6%
- #13 Iglacia
89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Goopoe
Windows
In this drawing-based roguelite, play as a penguin with a stash of powerful crystals to fight off hordes of enemies by drawing and shooting your way to victory!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.5%, Roguelite 30.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Action 8.2%, 2D 6.6%
- #14 Immortals Must Die
88% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: CharlesPGames
Windows
Slay demons in another multiverse as you look for the seals to unlock your divine powers, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.5%, Roguelite 19.3%, Metroidvania 12.3%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #15 STAND-ALONE : Ep.0
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LIFUEL
Windows
[Stand-Alone: EP.0] is a pixel-art side-scrolling action Roguelite game that tells an unknown prequel story from the main game. Additionally, it will continuously present some interesting test battle content to players!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.7%, Roguelite 18.3%, Hack and Slash 10.8%, Side Scroller 7.6%, Difficult 7.6%
- #16 Summum Aeterna
86% matchVery Positive83% of 397 reviews2023
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
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 20.2%, Roguelite 19.1%, Hack and Slash 9.8%, Roguelike 7.9%, Difficult 7.1%
- #17 Bard's Gold
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 137 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 40.6%, Roguelite 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Action 7.3%, Difficult 7.2%
- #18 Helmet Head
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hedge Knight Games
Windows
Helmet Head is an action-roguelike with a 2D souls-lite combat style. Build your strength on each run by finding weapons, helmets, upgrades and items in randomly generated environments, and use them in clever ways to defeat your foes! Death wipes the slate clean. Keep learning, never stop fighting!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.7%, Roguelite 19.9%, Souls-like 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Difficult 6.5%
- #19 Heart of Vinterium
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sliva Group
Windows
There is an artifact capable of granting any wish, but only the strongest are destined to find it. In Heart of Vinterium, you must explore grim and shifting worlds where every step could be your last. Fight, collect magical cards, and solve mysteries.
Why similar: Roguelite 27%, Action Roguelike 16%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Roguelike 9.8%, Hack and Slash 9.2%
- #20 The Dark Crown: Genesis
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sharaido Games
Windows
Sacrificed by your kingdom, you awaken in the depths of the endless cursed dungeon. Defeat powerful Demons, claim their elements, and rise through the cursed depths to reclaim your freedom.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.9%, Roguelite 18.7%, Souls-like 12.1%, Metroidvania 11.9%, Hack and Slash 10.3%
- #21 Legends Of Elementia
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PiqFocus Interactive
Windows
10 elements. 10 heroes. 10 elemental Ultimate Forms. Only a true element bender can master them all. Switch heroes mid-battle and unleash devastating transformations in this fast-paced roguelite Action-RPG.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelite 16.1%, Metroidvania 13.1%, Hack and Slash 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #22 Pocket Rogues
82% matchVery Positive89% of 613 reviews2018
Dev: EtherGaming
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 18.5 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: Action Roguelike 21%, Roguelite 17%, Souls-like 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Hack and Slash 7.7%
- #23 HellFight
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Paku's Game
Windows
Hellfight is a combat focused platformer that combine the experience of roguelike and soul-like mechanics.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.8%, Roguelite 19%, Souls-like 16.2%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Roguelike 7.8%
- #24 Catacomb Kids
81% matchVery Positive87% of 628 reviews2015
Dev: FourbitFriday
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Catacomb Kids is a brutal platformer roguelike that pits you against the deadly Catacombs aided only by magic, steel, and your quick reflexes. Traverse procedurally generated dungeons and hack, slash, burn, and blast your way through hordes of things that want to kill you.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.9%, Roguelite 27.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Action 5.6%, Indie 5.1%
- #25 Necromania
80% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Boscar
Windows · Mac
A top-down roguelite with souls-like combat, set in a monster-infested Victorian mansion. Play as members of the necromantic Greville family. Master stamina-based attacks and perfectly timed dodges. Explore ever-changing rooms filled with strange treasures, deadly enemies, and unique weapons.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.8%, Roguelite 19.8%, Souls-like 17.1%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #26 Pandash
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Laaab Games
Windows
Pandash is a rogue-lite platformer with different perks to discover and balance their powers. On your search for peace for your world, you wander through different areas, which will change every run. You need to get strong enough and unlock everything to survive and reach your destination.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.5%, Roguelite 15.4%, Metroidvania 14.4%, Hack and Slash 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #27 Seed Hunter 猎源
79% matchMixed68% of 401 reviews2020
Dev: Wolf KnightPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Seed Hunter is a 2D Platformer with Roguelite element. You’re the alien finding the missing source around universe, but you get into some trouble on the planet of Earth.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.1%, Roguelite 21%, Hack and Slash 11.2%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Roguelike 6.9%
- #28 Dark Devotion
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,499 reviews2019
Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.1%, Souls-like 17.9%, Metroidvania 14%, Roguelite 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%
- #29 Shroomwalker
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rise Dev
Windows
A roguelite metroidvania set in a hidden realm kept from you for years. Explore, fight, and evolve as a fungal wanderer able to absorb the abilities of your enemies to survive in a world decaying from within.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.4%, Roguelite 14.5%, Metroidvania 13.5%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Souls-like 10%
- #30 Foregone
77% matchVery Positive82% of 1,402 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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: Metroidvania 16.7%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Souls-like 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Difficult 6.8%
- #31 Out of Light
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixelmatrix SRL
Windows
Top-down roguelite where light is life. Dive through procedural, trap-laced temples, outfight rival commandos and artifact-warped creatures. Snappy combat (KB/mouse & controller) and fast, nerve-wracking runs.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28%, Roguelite 23.9%, Roguelike 12.3%, Action 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
- #32 异界之门 D-World Gate
76% matchVery Positive87% of 62 reviews2023
Dev: TSUKUYOMIC
Windows
A roguelite game where the player controls the actions and the character automatically attacks. Control the brave with different talents, survive the fight with monsters and enrich their own profession composition, become a master of all profession, defeat the Kings of the undead in this world.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.1%, Roguelite 31.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, 2D 7.3%, Action 5.3%
- #33 Adventure of Tuck
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GoldenEvolution
Windows
Play as Tuck in this roguelike game called Adventure of Tuck. Explore different biomes, unlock new abilities, fight different types of monsters, befriend silly characters and last but not least, fight epic bosses.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.9%, Roguelite 17.2%, Hack and Slash 13%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Procedural Generation 7.3%
- #34 Dungeon Cleaner
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team StargazersPub: JanduSoft
Windows
IT'S NOT CLEANING, IT'S SAVING THE WORLD. Grab your trusty detergent and join the bubble guy in this rogue-lite with unique mechanics. Bounce on walls doing acrobatic stunts, meet charismatic characters and dive into dungeons to clean up the chaos that plagues the world of Dungeon Cleaner.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.4%, Roguelite 26.8%, Roguelike 11.3%, Action 6.8%, Adventure 6.5%
- #35 Rogues Like Us
75% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2018
Dev: oddByte
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Rogues Like Us is a hack n' slash rogue-lite unlike any other! Stand against a resurging threat by yourself or with a friend in local co-op. Collect weapons, armor, enchantments, and more by exploring dangerous locales and defeating powerful bosses! Stop the constructs, save the town.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.6%, Roguelite 21.2%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Roguelike 8.3%, Action 7.7%
- #36 Curses & Daggers
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: barosaros
Windows
A Twin-Stick Roguelite where you clear you way by slaying enemies in a dangerous pocket sized world. Explore, Loot, Shop and get stronger and go from zone to zone until you defeat a final boss.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.3%, Roguelite 21.3%, Roguelike 12.1%, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Action 7.7%
- #37 Koboo: The Tree Spirit - Prologue
73% matchPositive91% of 32 reviews2024
Dev: Jerome LabellePub: Honest Rogue Games
Windows
Explore the free prologue of Koboo: The Tree Spirit! An action rogue-lite platformer where you battle against towering hunters as a tiny spirit. Forge powerful synergies, battle seemingly gigantic bosses and rebuild your home.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.7%, Roguelite 16%, Souls-like 13.4%, Metroidvania 12%, Hack and Slash 9.9%
- #38 Risk it Little Biscuit
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Civo
Windows
Crush endless waves of enemies! Level up, unlock characters, and upgrade your weapons to create crazy and unique builds while you fight through waves — all leading up to the ultimate showdown against the final boss!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.7%, Roguelite 23.2%, Hack and Slash 14%, Roguelike 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #39 Hell's Descent
72% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Frosty
Windows
Start your roguelite adventure as a sorceresses that wields the arcane elements of fire, ice, lightning and more, acquire talents and find new gear! You must survive the relentless enemies of hell and defeat the seven deadly sins.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.9%, Roguelite 24.5%, Roguelike 11.4%, Action 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #40 Skelly Selest
73% matchVery Positive93% of 288 reviews2018
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Skelly Selest is a score-attack hack slash dash run 'n' gun-athon. Venture into the procedurally generated perdition depths of Hell to purge the evil taint of the Deamonica Netherlords and their fiendly followers.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27%, Roguelite 23%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Roguelike 8.4%, Hack and Slash 8.3%
- #41 Mikene's Aspects
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hugo LaionPub: Dream Stories
Windows
Guide Mikene in the search for the 7 Aspects of Balance to achieve Omnipotence and put an end to the problem plaguing the city of Farzin once and for all. Dive into hordes of enemies in this frantic hack n' slash in the best Soulslike style!
Why similar: Roguelite 22%, Action Roguelike 19.4%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Souls-like 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #42 OmniFootman
72% 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 31.2%, Roguelite 24.5%, Souls-like 11.9%, Hack and Slash 8.3%, Action 7.2%
- #43 Roguefall
69% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2026
Dev: Velwoot
Windows
Roguefall is an action rogue-lite following a lost player guided by the enigmatic Overseer to scavenge a world forgotten by humanity. Fight, explore, collect, and fall until you reach the final machine: 0VR5R.
Why similar: Roguelite 24.2%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Hack and Slash 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Difficult 9.8%
- #44 The Ashen OZ
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ashbone GamesPub: RED BRICK HOUSE
Windows
A fast-paced dark fantasy action roguelite where you chain attacks and parries into fluid, combo-driven combat through a twisted fairytale world.
Why similar: Roguelite 14.3%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Metroidvania 13.5%, Roguelike 7.4%, Souls-like 7.4%
- #45 Gun Miner
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Return To Adventure Mountain
Windows
Gun Miner is a rogue-lite where you explore the ever-changing caves of a mysterious planet. Dig up treasure with your void-blaster rifle. Spend any loot you find on upgrades for your suit, for your gun, or for your ship. Yes you will die a lot, but each turn makes you a tiny bit more powerful.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.8%, Roguelite 17.2%, Roguelike 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #46 Castle of no Escape 2
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 458 reviews2016
Dev: D. E. X. TeamPub: Xitilon
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Explore 6 x 6 x 6 = 216 rooms of randomly generated hazards and enemies while collecting the necessary artefacts. Hundreds of monsters are roaming inside, guarding the sword shards — the last known thing to be capable of defeating the demonic castle owner.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.7%, Roguelite 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Roguelike 7.6%, Procedural Generation 6.3%
- #47 TowerClimb
71% matchVery Positive92% of 410 reviews2015
Dev: Davioware and Quazi
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
TowerClimb is a difficult and rewarding procedurally generated platformer with roguelike elements. Enormous and mysterious towers of ancient unknown origin stand above humanity, extending to the heavens. Struggle forward as a weak human, driven by an iron will to reach the top.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.8%, Roguelite 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Difficult 8.9%, Indie 5.8%
- #48 The Membrane
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gerardo De Sousa
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shoot, slash and slay the enemy hordes erupting from the jungle’s Membrane in this action survival roguelite. Hold the encircling trenches, fortify them, choose your build and rise from loinclothed-servant to unstoppable Amazon king.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.7%, Roguelite 25.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 6.4%, Roguelike 6.4%
- #49 Knight of Nevermore
68% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Cai Crumley
Windows · Linux
Venture into darkness in Knight of Nevermore, a 2D action roguelike where every strike counts. Master tough-but-fair soulslike combat, explore sprawling ever-shifting dungeons, and assemble powerful builds from a host of weapons, spells and items. Fight, die, improve, try again, prevail.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.5%, Roguelite 16.6%, Souls-like 13%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Hack and Slash 9.9%
- #50 RIM:Soul Jar
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IF Moon Games
Windows
RIM: Soul Jar is a hack and slash roguelite set in a world where medieval and futuristic elements mix. Become a warrior who has fallen into the past and embark on a journey to save the future with the Soul Jar. Cleanse dungeons of enemies and bosses, and set out to break the cycle of RIM.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.9%, Roguelite 24.1%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Roguelike 9.6%, Action 7.7%
- #51 Rogue Stache
70% matchPositive93% of 45 reviews2019
Dev: WubsGames
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Rogue Stache is an action-adventure platforming roguelike which draws heavy inspiration from hits such as Rogue Legacy, Risk of Rain, and Magicite. Explore vast interstellar dungeons and defeat hordes of cunning enemies!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 46.3%, Roguelite 31.1%, Action 9.4%, Indie 5.6%, Adventure 3.9%
- #52 Buster Ocean
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bay6 Software
Windows
An island-hopping action roguelite where enemies come back stronger after killing you. Fight with a massive anchor, pile on hats and accessories to gain weird powers, and hunt down bounties before they become a bigger problem.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.9%, Roguelite 25.3%, Roguelike 9.3%, Action 7.5%, Difficult 6.5%
- #53 Tower Hunter: Erza's Trial
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,982 reviews2019
Dev: IceSitruuna
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.1%, Roguelite 20.4%, Metroidvania 18.7%, Side Scroller 6.7%, Souls-like 4.8%
- #54 Mazgeon
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: DokitsuArtPub: Viridian Software
Windows
Mazgeon is an old school arcade dungeon roguelike RPG with procedurally generated levels filled with retro pixel art graphics where your only goal is to loot as much as you can.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.4%, Roguelite 15.3%, Metroidvania 14.3%, Souls-like 12.3%, Hack and Slash 8.8%
- #55 Beyond Ape
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stiven_244Pub: Stiven_244 Games
Windows
Beyond Ape is a dynamic shooter with elements of fist fighting, you hit physical attacks that help accumulate aura to use abilities in battles with various bosses and enemies in random locations
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.7%, Roguelite 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Difficult 10.1%, Roguelike 10%
- #56 HellPunk: Purgatorium
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Urban Oasis
Windows
HellPunk: Purgatorium is a roguelite that combines stylish action with inventory management. Equip gears, manage your grid, and conquer the tower.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.9%, Roguelite 18.7%, Metroidvania 10.3%, Side Scroller 8.4%, Roguelike 8.1%
- #57 Obsidian Crown
68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Pipkin Studios Limited
Windows
‘Obsidian Crown’ is a top-down, roguelite shooter for Windows / PC that doesn't require the player to kill everything in sight! Featuring Pixel graphics and a unique ‘karma’ game mechanic, Obsidian Crown challenges each player to find the right balance of weapons in order to complete the game, save planet Earth, and rescue your beloved...
Why similar: Action Roguelike 43.5%, Roguelite 35.6%, Action 8.4%, Indie 6.5%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #58 DurDanto
66% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Shihan KhanPub: DevsLair Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
DurDanto is a metroidvania game where you play as Zubok in a fallen city with beautiful pixel art environments while facing different enemies. Use elemental abilities to uncover secrets of the fallen city, overcome the enemies & roguelike dungeons by skills & spells!
Why similar: Roguelite 25.7%, Metroidvania 23.3%, Action Roguelike 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Roguelike 8.2%