- #1 Darkest Dungeon®
97% matchVery Positive92% of 159,462 reviews2016
Dev: Red Hook Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19.4%, Dungeon Crawler 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 13%, RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based 11%
Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive experience for fans of Vambrace, featuring similar party management, dark gothic themes, and brutal turn-based combat.
- #2 Iratus: Lord of the Dead
96% matchVery Positive86% of 8,186 reviews2020
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!
Why similar: RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Turn-Based 9.4%, Roguelite 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: You play as a necromancer managing a party of undead minions in a dark fantasy setting with deep turn-based tactical mechanics.
- #3 Othercide
95% matchVery Positive82% of 5,202 reviews2020
Dev: Lightbulb CrewPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
As Humanity’s last hope, lead your army to combat in an intricate dance of spectacular actions and counters, using an original Dynamic Timeline System, and face fearsome bosses in epic battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, Turn-Based 16.5%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Roguelite 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features a striking gothic art style and intense turn-based tactical combat that rewards careful planning and character management.
- #4 Battle Chasers: Nightwar
94% matchVery Positive87% of 7,332 reviews2017
Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 38.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.8%, RPG 28.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.7%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Fantasy 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a polished turn-based combat system and dungeon exploration that captures the classic RPG feel found in Vambrace.
- #5 Crown Trick
94% matchVery Positive85% of 5,367 reviews2020
Dev: NEXT StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enter a labyrinth that moves as you move, where mastering the elements is key to defeating enemies and uncovering the mysteries of this underground world. With a new experience awaiting every time you enter the dungeon, let the power bestowed by the crown guide you in this challenging adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Dungeon Crawler 13.8%, RPG 11.4%, Female Protagonist 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite dungeon crawler that utilizes turn-based movement and combat to create complex tactical puzzles.
- #6 Black Book
92% matchVery Positive92% of 6,596 reviews2021
Dev: MorteshkaPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
“Black Book” is a dark RPG Adventure, based on Slavic myths, in which you play as a young sorceress. Fight evil forces in card-based battles and explore the world, where humans live alongside mythological creatures.
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.7%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, RPG 11%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven RPG set in a dark, folklore-inspired world with card-based turn-based combat.
- #7 Deep Sky Derelicts
93% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,867 reviews2018
Dev: Snowhound GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Deep Sky Derelicts is an original combination of turn-based strategy and RPG, enriched with tactical card combat and popular roguelike elements. Explore derelict alien ships, fight, loot and upgrade your gear, all in distinctive retro-futuristic comic book aesthetic style.
Why similar: RPG 23.5%, Turn-Based 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 16.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, Roguelite 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the expedition-based gameplay of Vambrace, focusing on scavenging derelict ships with a customizable party.
- #8 Hellslave
91% matchVery Positive85% of 3,209 reviews2022
Dev: Ars GoetiaPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Hellslave is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler where you make a pact with the Devil to fight back a demon invasion. Customize your character with powerful demonic abilities, explore a cursed world, and battle nightmarish enemies to save humanity if you can resist the darkness.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, RPG 16.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Demons 11%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy dungeon crawler that focuses on party building and strategic turn-based combat against demonic forces.
- #9 Tainted Grail: Conquest
90% matchVery Positive90% of 8,213 reviews2021
Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A unique, infinitely replayable, story-driven hybrid between a deck-building Roguelike and an RPG game. Explore the ever-changing maps, fight with deadly enemies, and learn what happened to the cursed island of Avalon.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.7%, RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Roguelike 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy roguelite that combines card-based combat with deep exploration and a haunting atmosphere.
- #10 Ash of Gods: Redemption
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,448 reviews2018
Dev: AurumDust
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Ash of Gods: Redemption is a turn-based RPG that combines tactical combat, CCG elements, and a constantly evolving story in which no one is safe from death, including the main characters.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 23.1%, RPG 20.3%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Story Rich 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy RPG featuring difficult choices and tactical turn-based combat that impacts your party's survival.
- #11 Vigil: The Longest Night
89% matchVery Positive86% of 3,566 reviews2020
Dev: Glass Heart Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.1%, RPG 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Difficult 15.3%, Fantasy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A gothic, dark fantasy side-scroller that captures the bleak atmosphere and challenging combat of Vambrace.
- #12 Robothorium
89% matchMostly Positive70% of 373 reviews2019
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.4%, RPG 20%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Roguelite 13.8%, Dungeon Crawler 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy RPG that features roguelite elements and squad management in a sci-fi setting.
- #13 Dungeon Drafters
88% matchMostly Positive75% of 759 reviews2023
Dev: Manalith StudiosPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Dungeon Drafters is a mystery dungeon adventure set in a world where magic is cards, and cards are magic. Explore ancient ruins, loot rare cards and employ clever combos to defeat your foes and build the legendary spell deck that could save the world.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, RPG 15.4%, Roguelite 13.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical dungeon crawler that mixes card-based abilities with grid-based movement and roguelite progression.
- #14 Stoneshard
86% 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: RPG 26%, Turn-Based 18.5%, Dungeon Crawler 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Roguelike 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A gritty, turn-based roguelite that emphasizes survival and tactical combat in a dark, unforgiving world.
- #15 Deck of Ashes
87% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,064 reviews2020
Dev: AYGamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Deck of Ashes is an adventure game with tactical card combat. One character at a time, lead the cast of antiheroes on a quest for redemption. Explore the cursed fantasy world and hunt down powerful cards. Forge a unique Battle Deck, and crush your foes! Can you rid the world of the Ash Curse?
Why similar: RPG 21.4%, Turn-Based 17.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Roguelite 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy roguelite that uses deckbuilding mechanics to manage combat encounters in a hostile world.
- #16 Tower Song
86% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: OI Games
Windows · Mac
Tower Song is a challenging turn-based RPG that rewards clever planning and decisive tactics in unrepeatable battles. Eldritch tower-borne beasts threaten to breach reality and overrun the capital of Qadam. Lead your chosen Mana Knight in this tightly plotted quest to push back the darkness.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19.9%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, RPG 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging party-based RPG that requires careful character customization and tactical decision-making.
- #17 Dark Devotion
85% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,457 reviews2019
Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.1 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: Female Protagonist 22.8%, RPG 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Roguelite 11.7%, Adventure 8%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, souls-like side-scroller that emphasizes exploration and challenging combat in a bleak environment.
- #18 For The King
84% matchVery Positive88% of 43,368 reviews2018
Dev: IronOak GamesPub: Curve Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.3%, RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.8%, Roguelite 11.6%, Roguelike 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging roguelite that blends tabletop exploration with party-based turn-based combat.
- #19 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 267,104 reviews2025
Dev: Sandfall InteractivePub: Kepler Interactive
Windows
Median: 32.4 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32.9%, RPG 19.3%, Story Rich 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Fantasy 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich turn-based RPG that features a unique fantasy setting and tactical combat depth.
- #20 Thyria
82% matchVery Positive80% of 156 reviews2024
Dev: TwokatsPub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Linux
Thyria is an RPG, a unique combination of dynamic exploration, turn-based combat and crafting. Summon and train a team of Guardians, who will accompany Thyria into the minds of the cursed villagers. Help them vanquish their nightmares.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.6%, RPG 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Exploration 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based dungeon crawler that focuses on exploration and strategic combat in a dark, mysterious setting.
- #21 Paper Sorcerer
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 644 reviews2014
Dev: Ultra Runaway Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Paper Sorcerer is a stylish single player turn based RPG focused on strategy, party-building, and environmental puzzles. Fight with the skills and spells you've learned in a battle system that emphasizes strategy over grinding. Assemble a party of monsters and dark creatures to fight alongside you.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.3%, Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, RPG 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: An old-school dungeon crawler with a unique visual style and party-based turn-based combat.
- #22 Siege of Dungeon
82% matchVery Positive85% of 299 reviews2023
Dev: Binary Tree StudioPub: FirePillar2
Windows
Siege of Dungeon is a strategic team-based rogue-lite, where you challenge strong, cunning monsters and combine relics and skills to build up your team in turn-based combat. What’s waiting for you deep in the dungeon? Could it be a rare treasure or the beginning of despair...?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.8%, Roguelite 20.2%, Roguelike 13.3%, Demons 12%, Fantasy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelite that emphasizes party-based dungeon exploration and strategic combat.
- #23 Emberlight
83% matchVery Positive81% of 58 reviews2019
Dev: Quarter Onion Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Emberlight is a true roguelite dungeon crawler, set in a world where the Gods have given you a great gift - and a great curse. Explore procedurally generated dungeons as a Knight of the Ember Order. Conquer the quests set out before your party, and uncover the lore of the land.
Why similar: RPG 29.9%, Turn-Based 20.2%, Roguelite 19.2%, Dungeon Crawler 16.5%, Indie 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite dungeon crawler where you manage a party and must balance their powers to survive against ancient gods.
- #24 Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition
81% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,363 reviews2021
Dev: TipsWorksPub: Giant Global
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition is a challenging action role playing game set in a world of dark fantasy. Step into the shoes of Couriers, as they discover the tale behind the mysterious Dark Mist.
Why similar: RPG 28%, Dark Fantasy 27.8%, Adventure 13.8%, Difficult 13.7%, Story Rich 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that provides a challenging, atmospheric experience similar to the tone of Vambrace.
- #25 THYSIASTERY
77% matchVery Positive81% of 266 reviews2026
Dev: DIRGA
Windows · Linux
THYSIASTERY is a dungeon crawler RPG featuring traditional roguelike and turn-based gameplay. Command a party of bearers of the Brand, drawn into a vast Labyrinth. Recruit while exploring the Labyrinth in hope of finding a way out, and its secrets will be revealed as you delve deeper.
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.5%, Dungeon Crawler 17.1%, RPG 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%
- #26 Hunt the Night
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 502 reviews2023
Dev: Moonlight GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 36.6%, Dungeon Crawler 19.6%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Adventure 12.1%, 2D 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A gothic action-RPG that features dark fantasy themes and challenging combat encounters.
- #27 Grimshade
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.
Why similar: RPG 24.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.8%, Turn-Based 18.6%, Adventure 11.6%, Indie 8%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based RPG with a focus on tactical turn-based combat and unique character abilities.
- #28 Valor of Man
75% matchVery Positive90% of 148 reviews2026
Dev: Legacy ForgePub: Numskull Games
Windows
Forge your party. Master your fate. In this turn-based roguelite RPG, lead four heroes through a fractured realm of danger and destiny. Build synergies, unlock powerful abilities, and face ever-shifting challenges in an epic battle for survival. No journey is ever the same.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.7%, RPG 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Roguelite 14.1%
- #29 Dreamscaper
77% 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: Roguelite 21.6%, RPG 20.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.3%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Indie 7.6%
- #30 Darkest Dungeon® II
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 25,853 reviews2023
Dev: Red Hook Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Darkest Dungeon II is a roguelike road trip of the damned. Form a party, equip your stagecoach, and set off across the decaying landscape on a last gasp quest to avert the apocalypse. The greatest dangers you face, however, may come from within...
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.2%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Roguelite 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12%
- #31 Soulblight
80% 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: RPG 24.3%, Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, Roguelite 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Indie 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down roguelite that focuses on dungeon exploration and character-driven choices in a dark world.
- #32 Lord Ambermaze: Prologue
74% matchVery Positive96% of 111 reviews2024
Dev: Potata CompanyPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Lord Amber maze: Prologue is a free entry to a turn-based dungeon-crawler set in a labyrinth of frozen time. Plan each move carefully, battle quirky monsters, and solve intricate puzzles, one dungeon at a time.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.4%, Turn-Based Combat 24.2%, RPG 20.6%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Fantasy 7%
- #33 Decay of Logos
78% matchMixed54% of 283 reviews2019
Dev: Amplify Creations
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Immerse yourself in the world of Decay Of Logos and unravel its mysteries. Explore old dungeons, battle unforgiving foes and journey through a vibrant interconnected fantasy realm with your mystical elk companion.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 23.5%, RPG 22.2%, Difficult 12%, Fantasy 9.9%, Adventure 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game with a dark fantasy aesthetic that focuses on exploration and tactical combat.
- #34 Remnants Of Isolation
78% matchVery Positive81% of 124 reviews2015
Dev: Team IsolationPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Fight horrific enemies and utilize powerful spell fusions to overcome the cruel fate of mages and see the light of freedom.
Why similar: RPG 17.1%, Female Protagonist 15%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Dungeon Crawler 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%
- #35 The Fortress
73% matchMostly Positive70% of 147 reviews2026
Dev: Baryonyx Games
Windows · Mac
The Fortress is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler with turn-based combat, mixing strategy and risk. Choose a class, delve into cursed chambers, roll dice to fight brutal enemies, and grab loot. Face tough choices, survive epic bosses, and fight to escape... or fall to the shadows
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, RPG 10.7%, Demons 10.4%, Roguelike 10.1%
- #36 Gloomgrave
74% matchVery Positive88% of 185 reviews2023
Dev: Netmancer
Windows
Gloomgrave is a roguelike dungeon crawler with a retro pixel aesthetic. Upgrade your Gloomcrawler with unique perks and experiment with different builds as you try to survive each depth in search of the ultimate ancient relic.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.7%, RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Roguelike 8.9%, Adventure 7%
- #37 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
71% matchVery Positive94% of 44,489 reviews2021
Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.8%, Dark Fantasy 26.5%, Difficult 10.4%, Dark 7.6%, Atmospheric 6.2%
- #38 Aethermancer
70% matchVery Positive92% of 2,358 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, RPG 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Roguelite 9.3%
- #39 Unforgiving Trials: The Darkest Crusade
76% matchMixed65% of 654 reviews2016
Dev: Amaterasu Software
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Embark on an epic adventure to save the lands. Form a party by selecting 4 different adventurers from a pool of over 12 unique classes. Battle your way through the cursed lands scaling the highest mountains and exploring the darkest dungeons. Face more than 30 unique challenging bosses in order to reach the capital of the kingdom.
Why similar: RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Difficult 11.5%, Roguelike 11.4%
- #40 Fall of Light: Darkest Edition
76% matchMixed55% of 326 reviews2017
Dev: RuneHeadsPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Fall of Light is a story-driven dungeon crawler set within a world consumed by Darkness, where an old warrior takes his daughter to see the last remnants of sunlight. Only together will they be strong enough to defeat the enemies born from the Shadow.
Why similar: RPG 37.8%, Adventure 18.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.6%, Indie 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%
- #41 Journey to the Void
70% matchVery Positive93% of 57 reviews2026
Dev: RuneHeads
Windows · Mac
Prepare to fend off attacks from all directions in this hybrid strategy roguelite deck builder. On your journey through varied grid-based biomes, battle unique foes and make tough moral choices to restore a corrupted land and decide the fate of your world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.1%, RPG 17.6%, Roguelite 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, Roguelike 10.4%
- #42 Tower Hunter: Erza's Trial
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,954 reviews2019
Dev: IceSitruuna
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 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: Female Protagonist 28.4%, RPG 19.9%, Roguelite 18.3%, Adventure 7.2%, Difficult 7%
- #43 Ruined King: A League of Legends Story™
70% matchVery Positive89% of 11,247 reviews2021
Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rise Against Ruin - Unite a party of League of Legends Champions, explore Bilgewater and set sail for the Shadow Isles to uncover the secrets of the deadly Black Mist in this immersive turn-based RPG.
Why similar: RPG 25.9%, Turn-Based Combat 23.9%, Turn-Based 12.4%, Adventure 9.9%, Female Protagonist 9.4%
- #44 Chrono Ark
68% matchVery Positive91% of 13,523 reviews2024
Dev: Al Fine
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Chrono Ark is a singleplayer roguelike that combines elements from deckbuilders and party-based RPGs. Recruit, train, and build a team of unique Investigators to restore the Twisted World!
Why similar: RPG 23.7%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Roguelite 11%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, Turn-Based 8.5%
- #45 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
71% matchVery Positive88% of 6,291 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark is a turn-based tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and strategic battles. Unfold a mature story as you progress through hand-crafted scenarios, controlling your own group of Arbiters, with each character customizable from a wide selection of classes and abilities!
Why similar: RPG 35.7%, Turn-Based Combat 20.1%, Turn-Based 16.5%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Indie 6.6%
- #46 Necromancer Returns
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 115 reviews2018
Dev: Greenolor StudioPub: Kaser Studio
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A turn-based strategy game. The world of a fantasy kingdom has been thrown into disarray by the return of the Necromancer – a creature of darkness that wishes to enslave all living beings.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.2%, RPG 18%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Adventure 8.6%
- #47 A Long Way Down
72% matchMixed66% of 230 reviews2020
Dev: Seenapsis StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A deck-building roguelite RPG set in a dark and tormented world. Assemble your party and use your cards to survive, fight and build your way through a dark maze of monsters orchestrated by an evil mastermind. Your choices will lead you to judgement.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.4%, Dungeon Crawler 18.9%, RPG 14.4%, Roguelite 12.9%, Difficult 10.2%
- #48 Neverinth
71% matchMixed69% of 1,095 reviews2020
Dev: CreAct GamesPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Explore the halls of the Neverinth and uncover the history of the Valkyrie. Do glorious battle against the beasts and monsters of Norse legend and uncover the hidden pasts of each heroic woman. But their trials will not be easy as they face down those that haunt the sacred halls of Valhalla.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.5%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, RPG 15.2%, Roguelite 13.2%, Roguelike 10.8%
- #49 Heroes of Steel RPG
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 284 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Heroes of Steel is a tactical RPG set in a grim post-apocalyptic fantasy world. Coordinate your party of four heroes in turn-based combat and navigate a engaging world and story.
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, RPG 11.6%, Roguelite 10.6%
- #50 The Vagrant
69% matchVery Positive90% of 8,587 reviews2018
Dev: O.T.K GamesPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?
Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.5%, RPG 23.3%, Adventure 9.6%, 2D 6.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%
- #51 AshenForest
69% matchVery Positive95% of 197 reviews2020
Dev: GentleRaven GamesPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
AshenForest is a roguelite action RPG focused on boss-rush. To purify the ashen forest that is causing the plague, you must fight against all the monsters lurking in the forest.
Why similar: RPG 32.1%, Adventure 15.4%, Indie 12%, Roguelite 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 8%
- #52 The Excrawlers
68% matchVery Positive88% of 120 reviews2023
Dev: Game Dynasty
Windows
Action-RPG slasher in which you have to get into the dark atmosphere of dungeons full of monsters and madness.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.1%, Dark Fantasy 20.1%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Difficult 17.6%, Roguelite 8.3%
- #53 Praey for the Gods
67% matchVery Positive81% of 3,096 reviews2021
Dev: No Matter Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 23.1%, Adventure 14.6%, Fantasy 9.9%, Exploration 8.3%
- #54 Beneath Oresa
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,679 reviews2023
Dev: Broken Spear Inc.Pub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Beneath Oresa, a fighting roguelike deckbuilder, takes you deep within the city to confront your foes. As a strategist, choose your cards, upgrades, and artifacts wisely, but as a fighter, turn their positioning to your advantage.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.4%, Turn-Based Combat 19.1%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelite 10.9%
- #55 Soul Wargame
67% matchVery Positive84% of 134 reviews2023
Dev: 趣品堂(Hardcore Studio)
Windows
This is a dark style strategy game that combines Wargame and Rogulike. Everyone received a mysterious invitation after destroying the conspiracy of the cult. You will lead a group of undead warriors on an adventure journey to defeat invincible enemies one by one.
Why similar: RPG 26.8%, Roguelike 15.7%, Roguelite 14.6%, Adventure 11.9%, Indie 8.9%
- #56 Netherguild
67% matchVery Positive96% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: David Vinokurov
Windows · Linux
Descend into Netherguild, a tactical grid-based roguelite. Lead expeditions deep into mysterious, strange depths. Explore, battle dangerous foes, and manage resources carefully. Push your limits before returning to resupply. What secrets await below?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.5%, Turn-Based Combat 21%, Turn-Based 17.9%, Roguelite 14.5%, Roguelike 9.6%
- #57 Ring of Pain
66% matchVery Positive92% of 5,048 reviews2020
Dev: Simon BoxerPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Enter the Ring of Pain, a roguelike card crawler where encounters come to you. Each step around the ring a dire decision. Go for the loot or backstab a creeping horror? Meet strange friends bearing gifts and treasure. Choose your gear wisely to survive and discover the secrets of the Ring of Pain.
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.2%, Dungeon Crawler 20.1%, Roguelite 11.9%, RPG 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
- #58 The Amber Throne
69% matchVery Positive82% of 191 reviews2015
Dev: Joshua Missile
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Amber Throne is a turn-based JRPG-styled game about a girl in a desert world beneath a mysterious floating castle, and her quest to reach it.
Why similar: RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based 22.4%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Adventure 9.4%, Fantasy 6.4%
- #59 Little Dungeon Stories
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 114 reviews2019
Dev: David Moralejo SánchezPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 1.2 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Little Dungeon Stories is a challenging roguelike card-based RPG. Enter the dungeon full of secrets, hostile monsters, deadly traps, and legendary loots. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.8%, RPG 20.5%, Roguelite 17.3%, Adventure 8.3%, Difficult 7.9%