Games Like Veil of the Damned

Heroes of the Monkey Tavern is a first-person dungeon-crawling game designed as an introduction to the genre : simplified rules, balanced puzzles and challenges. An independent project developed solo.

Why similar: Real-Time 31.3% ★, Grid-Based Movement 25%, Dungeon Crawler 20.6%, RPG 6.2%, Magic 6.1%

Explore the subterranean depths in this first-person dungeon crawler with real-time combat, a unique rune magic system, exploration, and puzzle solving. This game will awaken memories of what made old-school dungeons so much fun to play while you fight, hunt for hidden treasures, and avoid deadly traps.

Why similar: Real-Time 33.3% ★, Grid-Based Movement 21.5%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, First-Person 6.3%, RPG 5.8%

Vaporum: Lockdown, a prequel to Vaporum, is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Follow the story of Ellie Teller, a scientist struggling to survive disastrous events that happened in the tower of Arx Vaporum.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.3%, Grid-Based Movement 26.9%, Real-Time 15.5% ★, RPG 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 5.7%

A Dark-Fantasy Action-Adventure inspired by the Kingsfield series. Explore the remnants of an underground civilization and battle sentient chess pieces. Discover magical rings and use them to create your own spells. Meet the last inhabitants of a dead kingdom and escape the Abyss.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 21.5%, Souls-like 19.9%, Dungeon Crawler 19.9%, First-Person 7.3%, Dark 7.1%

Black Helm - Desolated Forest is a retro first-person dungeon crawler with turn-based combat. Explore dungeons shrouded in a dark and decaying atmosphere, where the narrative, visuals and soundtrack blend together to create a dark fantasy experience.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.6%, Grid-Based Movement 24.6%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, RPG 11.9%, First-Person 7.2%

A punishing action roguelite dungeon crawler about a lone frog knight trying to climb a tower that's slowly corrupting the world around it. Fight through rooms of twisted creatures, discover powerful treasures to aid you, and uncover the secrets of the tower before it finishes what it started.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.8%, Dungeon Crawler 17.6%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Roguelite 9.4%

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: Dungeon Crawler 33.5%, Dark Fantasy 23.5%, Souls-like 14.1%, First-Person 11.4%, RPG 7.1%

Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 38.6%, Grid-Based Movement 28.2%, Real-Time 15.1% ★, RPG 11.2%, First-Person 4.2%

Necroslayer is a dark fantasy styled, open world roguelite game. Play as one of several characters unlocked through the story, in first person action combat, with meta progression to improve stats and survivability each play through.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.9%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Roguelite 9%, First-Person 8.5%

A rogue-like RPG focused on player teambuilding, dungeon progression, and a unique spin on action combat. Recruit members of the Vanguard, humanity's last hope and journey across various lands to defeat the evil that is the Plagued.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Souls-like 15.8%, Demons 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Action Roguelike 10.6%

Dive into a classic grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in a sci-fi setting with unique classes, each offering a distinct playstyle. Immerse yourself in a fully voiced sci-fi story brought to life by two main characters, guiding you through a narrative full of twists and turns with real-time combat.

Why similar: Real-Time 31.8% ★, Grid-Based Movement 26.8%, Dungeon Crawler 21.4%, RPG 8.2%, First-Person 5.8%

Descend into the shadows of the Tower, where only cunning and steel will ensure your survival. Sitarane's Legacy is an old-school, grid-based dungeon crawler that pays tribute to genre classics while introducing a ruthless modern competitive twist.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, Grid-Based Movement 21.6%, RPG 16.2%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%

explore dungeons, collect powerful relics, defeat monsters. Hoards of unique monsters with speciel abilities are guarding the dungeons from you. Use and combine a ton of diffrent relics and weapons to get stronger and cut through them and their bosses.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.6%, Dungeon Crawler 22.6%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelite 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

A sidescrolling fantasy RPG with roguelike elements and a souls-like setting. The world of Ruine is amorphous, its past long forgotten by most. Forests and ruins are inhabited by creatures that once lived and now refuse to die. Use what you can find or craft to eradicate them.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Souls-like 16%, Demons 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Magic 8.9%

Wild Tower is a Three Kingdoms-themed 2D top-down dark fantasy action-adventure game with light Rogue elements. Step into the perilous tower, explore unknown rooms, scavenge powerful equipment, and confront formidable enemies lurking within in life-threatening battles.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.1%, Dungeon Crawler 23.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Magic 9.9%, Roguelite 8.9%

Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawling role playing game with a modern execution but an oldschool heart. A group of four prisoners have shipwrecked on the secluded Isle of Nex. The island is filled with ancient crumbled ruins, mysterious shrines and a vast underground network of dungeons.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 39.7%, Grid-Based Movement 34.8%, RPG 11.6%, First-Person 9.4%, Atmospheric 2%

Dungeon of Dragon Knight is a retro dungeon crawler RPG in modern visual design. Pointed by a mysterious witch, your party will descend into a dungeon with traps and monsters in search of the evil Dragon Knight and his treasure weapon. Or, are you fooled by the witch?

Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 30.6%, Dungeon Crawler 25.8%, Real-Time 22% ★, First-Person 8.7%, RPG 8.2%

Kalamor is an action roguelike with strong Souls-like influences. During a run, you'll explore dark dungeons, face challenging enemies, and discover chests with random upgrades. Outside of a run, you can spend the experience you've earned to improve your character or unlock new weapons.

Why similar: Souls-like 23.6%, Dungeon Crawler 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, RPG 8.6%

You Will Not Survive is an Action Roguelike that combines RPG Leveling, Dungeon Crawling, and Fast-Paced Bullet Hell Combat. Embrace death in this dark fantasy adventure as you try to discover your purpose and origins within The Forsaken Lands. Only you can decide the fate of this scarred world.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.4%, Dark Fantasy 19.9%, Souls-like 19.5%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Roguelite 9.9%

Ruzar - The Life Stone is a dungeon crawler RPG game in which you play an adventurer who needs to discover the powerful Life Stone. Do you have the skills to survive in the deadliest dungeons of the Mountain of Ruz and recover the legendary artefact?

Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 38.7%, Dungeon Crawler 35.9%, RPG 14.7%, First-Person 10.6%

RAIDING PARTY is a roguelite action rpg with horror gameplay elements. You play as the Wastelander, a retired agent who is ordered to retrieve an ancient AI device. Recruit, train, and lead a raiding party of elite warriors against an evil empire as you discover the AI can help save humanity.

Why similar: Real-Time 38.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Action Roguelike 9.8%, Roguelite 8.6%

The epic RPG 7 Mages in the tradition of the greatest classics of the genre takes you around the magical island of Roven.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.9%, Grid-Based Movement 29.7%, RPG 22%, First-Person 12.4%

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: Real-Time 21.9% ★, Souls-like 16.8%, Dungeon Crawler 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Action Roguelike 12.5%

A first-person sci-fi dungeon crawler featuring combat, exploration, and existentialism.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.5%, Grid-Based Movement 21.7%, First-Person 10.9%, Action Roguelike 10.7%, RPG 9.5%

Eat your enemies and replace your body parts. A ghoulish action roguelike where your abilities, weapons, and power come from what you choose to become.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, RPG 9%, Dark 8.7%

A dungeon crawler where working smart beats working hard. Discover emergent systems and bend them to your advantage. Master the weaknesses of your enemies and carefully combine your abilities in cool ways to face the man-made monsters lurking in god's abandoned temple.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Magic 10.3%, Roguelite 9.6%, Combat 8.6%

The Spiral is a first-person roguelike dungeon crawler. To survive, you must descend into darkness and confront the nightmares within. Explore the randomized dungeon, find powerful equipment, and fight for your life.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.4%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Magic 9.4%, First-Person 8.5%

Dungeon Crawler with elements of rogue-like and ARPG games. Kill hordes of enemies, duel mighty bosses, and acquire legendary loot!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Souls-like 15.7%, Dark 9.7%, Action Roguelike 8.7%

Descend into a sprawling, perilous dungeon in this old‑school first‑person RPG. Build your party, uncover hidden rooms, battle deadly creatures, and meet a large cast of adventurers trying to survive the depths. Designed with the spirit of classic “dad‑era” dungeon crawlers.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.4%, Grid-Based Movement 23%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, RPG 16.9%, First-Person 9.5%

Formerly known as Devora,now changed name to Devoris. You become a bird living in the sewers, killing and eating other inhabitants to fill your stomach. Of course, as an adventurer, you can choose to explore the underground world to obtain new weapons, new delicacies, discover the stories here.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, Demons 11%, Combat 10.8%

Dungeon Kingdom: Sign of the Moon is a modern real-time dungeon crawling RPG. Immerse yourself in a fantastic adventure in the lands of Pohe Fakesys and investigate the cause of the returning chaos and darkness.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 40.1%, Grid-Based Movement 39.9%, RPG 13.7%, First-Person 3.8%, Action 2.5%

Vaporum is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Stranded in the middle of an ocean, in front of a gigantic tower, the hero has to find out what the place is, what happened there, and most importantly, who he is.

Why similar: Real-Time 23.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, Grid-Based Movement 18%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, First-Person 7.4%

Trapped within the ever changing Dungeon of Eternis, the only way to escape is to reach the final floor. Endure, for the path ahead is unforgiving. Fortify your armory, collect the artifacts, hone your skills… or remain bound for all eternity.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.4%, Dungeon Crawler 26.2%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Roguelite 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%

Hack, Slash, Parry and Dodge your foes in this Souls-like Action RPG. Explore the countryside in search of The Devil Fragment while fighting enemies with a multi game inspired combat system where you can launch foes into the air and then juggle them to build your combo meter for multiple buffs.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Souls-like 20.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Demons 15.3%, Dark 6%

Roguelite Old-School Dungeon Crawler. Delve into the myst on an ever changing adventure, progressing further with each attempt. Inspired by games like FROMSOFT's King's Field, and modern roguelites.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.5%, Souls-like 17%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Action Roguelike 11.1%, Roguelite 8.5%

Explore various dungeons, making use of various weapons and magic! Challenge the most deadly locations, make your name as an adventurer! Clear the corridors of monsters, collecting tools and weapons as you go. Watch out for booby traps!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.9%, Real-Time 22.8% ★, RPG 13.3%, Magic 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%

Hack, slash, and cast your way through a haunted kingdom brimming with secrets where no two builds are ever the same. As a cursed mage-knight you will unlock devastating spells, equip ability transforming runes, and reforge your curse on the path to victory or death in this fantasy action roguelite.

Why similar: Souls-like 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 19.3%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Magic 9.2%, Roguelite 8.1%

Imprisoned in a mysterious, ever rearranging dungeon, you fight for your survival. Will you find a way to free yourself and the remaining knights of the Downfall Hearts Order?

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelite 10.2%, Dark 8.7%

Hollowdeep is a first person dungeon crawler inspired by oldschool games of the ps1 era. There is a large focus on fast gameplay and parrying mechanics.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, Demons 16%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Magic 9.4%, First-Person 8.3%

Sceadu Eard is a hardcore retro-style open-world dungeon crawler set in an eerie dark fantasy world. Craft gear at your base, gather resources, master methodical combat, unlock new paths and return safely from each expedition.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.9%, Souls-like 20.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.8%, Magic 9.5%, Dark 7.8%

Experience the most intense 3D crowd combat ever. Pick a hero, gear up and face the horde. Grab loot, get stronger and stay alive. Died? Try another hero, another build. Find your own path to the Abyss.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelite 10.4%, RPG 9.5%

A retro grid-based FPS dungeon crawler in a grim fantasy world. Fight corruption with magic and might, hunt bosses across varied lands, loot gear, and upgrade your skill tree.

Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 34.3%, Dungeon Crawler 29.3%, First-Person 10.1%, RPG 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%

The Deep Paths: Labyrinth Of Andokost is a first-person, dungeon crawling RPG.

Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 38.2%, Dungeon Crawler 32.3%, RPG 18.2%, First-Person 11.3%

Atrum is a dark fantasy, third-person roguelike where you play as a powerful mage descending into darkness. Fight challenging enemies and bosses across corrupted realms and collect magical items to shape your build before the darkness consumes you.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Magic 13.9%, Roguelite 12.1%, Demons 7.7%

Dreamspring is a dark fantasy styled, open world dungeon crawler inspired by games like Morrowind and King's Field. Explore a dying kingdom and it's different realms in first person action combat, styled in a mix of retro and vaporwave aesthetics.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.3%, Dark Fantasy 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 20.4%, First-Person 9.9%, RPG 8.9%

Stonekeep is a first-person full-screen role-playing game. Immerse yourself as you journey through a detailed fantasy world of faeries, goblins, a giant dragon and undead skeletons.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.4%, Real-Time 23.5% ★, Grid-Based Movement 16.9%, RPG 15%, Action 4.8%

Necrofall is a brutal medieval first-person melee roguelike where every swing matters. Rise as an undead skeleton, parry and backstab your way through ever-changing dungeons, and evolve your build with powerful, run-defining upgrades.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.1%, Dark Fantasy 21.4%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, First-Person 11.8%, Combat 8.9%

Scars of Mars is a real-time RPG. Make split-second decisions to defeat enemies quickly in thrilling and satisfying battles.

Why similar: Real-Time 41.5% ★, Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Action Roguelike 8.7%, Dark 8.1%, RPG 7.3%

From the creators of E.Y.E: Divine Cybermancy, a cult cyberpunk RPG. Daimon Blades is a brutal first person slasher that combines the depth of action RPGs and replayability of roguelites. Launch expeditions solo or up to 4 players, and survive the many horrors of the Daimon Realm.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Souls-like 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Demons 12.8%, Roguelite 10.4%

A demanding roguelite Souls-like in 3rd person view. Dodge, hit, die and start again in a dark and broken world.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.8%, Souls-like 19.8%, Demons 11.6%, Action Roguelike 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%

Evil's Den: Forsaken Dungeon is a rogue-lite dungeon crawler featuring procedurally generated levels where you will battle through hordes of monsters to close portal to Hell, opened in the villages church.

Why similar: Souls-like 18.3%, Dungeon Crawler 18%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Action Roguelike 10.4%, Magic 8.9%

Explore a hand-crafted world, overcome brutally challenging combat, and restore order to a broken kingdom. Discover many unique weapons, tools, spells, and secrets in this short game inspired by old school action RPGs.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Souls-like 13%, Magic 10.3%, First-Person 8%

Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler with survival elements. It's inspired by classic cRPG from the 90s. An old-school game for hardcore players.

Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 26.2%, Dungeon Crawler 20.3%, Demons 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Dark 7.7%

Shattered Bonds is an Action/Adventure Role Playing Game, where only the bonds between you and your companions hold meaning. In order to survive in this dark fantasy world, you will unleash powerful ultimates to carve your path through ever-changing dungeons and challenge enemies and fate.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25.5%, Souls-like 22.4%, RPG 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Dark 6.4%

Ex Vitium is a dark dungeon crawler set in a merciless world that blurs the line between victim and oppressor. Become a Mercenary - one of countless souls sent to kill - and confront your own fate.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.2%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Demons 11.6%, Action 6%

'Ruadine' is a single player dungeon-crawling adventure with a unique combat system. The game features a branching world to explore, mysterious monsters to defeat, and an atmospheric soundtrack.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.4%, First-Person 13.4%, RPG 11.9%, Grid-Based Movement 10.7%, Magic 9.5%

Gifted: The Tombs is a fantasy rogue-like with extraction elements. 1 player local, 1-4 players internet/LAN based multiplayer. Third person melee combat, collect items and gear on each floor to progress lower and lower.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24%, Souls-like 23.5%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelite 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%

Step into the tower in an Action RPG, Rogue-Like inspired by FromSoftware's King's Field. Battle your way to victory in methodical first person combat through a procedurally generated world, rearranging with every death.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.3%, Souls-like 23.1%, Action Roguelike 14%, RPG 8.2%, Exploration 5.3%

Dark Inquisition is an action RPG dungeon crawler where you play as Inquisitors, wielding forbidden arts to purge the land of unholy inhabitants. Embark on a perilous journey through procedurally generated dungeons, confronting formidable foes, and uncovering ancient prophecies.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.3%, Action Roguelike 20.2%, Roguelite 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Dark 6.9%

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: Dungeon Crawler 21.6%, Souls-like 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelite 10%