- #1 DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS
97% matchVery Positive93% of 30,301 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 29.8 hrsMean: 44.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms
Why similar: Musou 59.1% ★, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Martial Arts 11.3% ★, Action RPG 5.8%, Historical 5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers the same grand-scale tactical hack-and-slash action and martial arts combat rooted in historical battlefields.
- #2 Halls of Torment
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 31,896 reviews2024
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.5%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Roguelite 14.1%, Action RPG 13%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers the same intense, horde-clearing survival mechanics paired with dark fantasy action-RPG progression.
- #3 SAMURAI WARRIORS 5
96% matchVery Positive82% of 1,574 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A new SAMURAI WARRIORS begins. After a 7-year wait, a new instalment in the tactical action series "SAMURAI WARRIORS" is finally here!
Why similar: Musou 77.4% ★, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Historical 5.2%, Action 3.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features the signature one-versus-thousands Musou gameplay with a distinct stylized historical aesthetic and fluid combat.
- #4 WARRIORS OROCHI 4
95% matchVery Positive86% of 5,611 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 18.4 hrsMean: 69.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The supreme "WARRIORS OROCHI" experience is here! The definitive installment of the "WARRIORS OROCHI 4", featuring all the content of the WARRIORS OROCHI 4: The Ultimate Upgrade Pack, is available now.
Why similar: Musou 75.7% ★, Hack and Slash 14%, Action 7.2%, Historical 1.6%, Action RPG 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines massive armies and chaotic hack-and-slash combat with an expansive crossover roster.
- #5 Death Must Die
94% matchVery Positive90% of 21,775 reviews2023
Dev: Realm Archive
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 21.3 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 24.5%, Hack and Slash 23.2%, Roguelite 15.4%, Action RPG 10.3%, Roguelike 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Matches the satisfying screen-clearing power fantasy and roguelite build-crafting found in rogue-style action games.
- #6 Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
94% matchMixed50% of 29,449 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 27.9 hrsMean: 54.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A new dark fantasy Three Kingdoms action RPG from Team NINJA, the developers of Nioh.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.9%, Martial Arts 17.6% ★, Action RPG 15.2%, Historical 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Immerse yourself in fast-paced, historically-inspired martial arts action with challenging combat encounters.
- #7 Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel
92% matchVery Positive82% of 7,793 reviews2025
Dev: Games FarmPub: Grindstone
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hordes of Hel is a gripping roguelike horde-survivor game set in the dark realms of Norse Mythology. Fight waves of enemies to earn divine blessings of ancient Viking Deities, explore hostile worlds and face powerful bosses. Become a god-like warrior in this ultimate showdown.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.2%, Action Roguelike 20.5%, Action RPG 13.8%, Roguelite 13.2%, Roguelike 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Pits you against overwhelming mythological hordes in a relentless action-roguelike framework.
- #8 SAMURAI WARRIORS: Spirit of Sanada
93% matchVery Positive85% of 750 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Struggle for survival. Death before surrender! Experience the dramatic story and epic, action-packed battles of the Sanada clan during Japan's Warring States period.
Why similar: Musou 73.3% ★, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Action 9%, Historical 5%
Why You'll Like It: Expands on the Musou formula with deeper narrative focus and strategic campaign elements centered on Japanese history.
- #9 Rise of the Ronin
91% matchMixed63% of 11,187 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 18.5 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."
Why similar: Action RPG 34.4%, Historical 23.2%, RPG 14.6%, Action 12.4%, Third Person 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an open-world historical action experience centered around intense swordplay and martial arts.
- #10 WARRIORS ALL-STARS
91% matchMostly Positive71% of 846 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A battle of heroes where everyone is the lead! The very first all-stars title for Koei Tecmo! For the first time in Warriors series, flashy action combines both the traits of the original series and new exiting elements such as “Musou Rush”, open scenarios and multiple endings!
Why similar: Musou 82.5% ★, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Action 6%, Singleplayer 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: Brings fast-paced crossover Musou action and ability-driven crowd-clearing mechanics.
- #11 Shadow of the Depth
89% matchMixed70% of 478 reviews2025
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Shadow of the Depth is a top-down action Roguelite game. Delve into a dungeon world of light and shadow to eradicate the monsters that ravage your home. Be prepared to step into the abyss before you!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.5%, Action Roguelike 21%, Roguelite 13.7%, Action RPG 12.3%, Roguelike 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Blends top-down hack-and-slash combat with challenging roguelite runs and dark fantasy themes.
- #12 DYNASTY WARRIORS 8: Xtreme Legends Complete Edition
90% matchVery Positive84% of 14,135 reviews2014
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 51.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
"Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends" introduces entirely new levels of fun to the refreshing gameplay vanquishing swarms of enemies with mighty warriors found in "Dynasty Warriors 8."
Why similar: Musou 60.6% ★, Hack and Slash 23.6%, Historical 6.3%, Action 4.6%, Third Person 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: Represents the pinnacle of classic large-scale tactical battlefield action against thousands of foes.
- #13 WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate Definitive Edition
89% matchVery Positive89% of 2,541 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 17.1 hrsMean: 44.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The truly ultimate "WARRIORS OROCHI 3" is now available on Steam! With all the content of "WARRIORS OROCHI 3", new characters and episodes that deepen the story, new modes, and DLC that has been released for other platforms, enjoy the world of Orochi to your heart's content!
Why similar: Musou 77.4% ★, Hack and Slash 16%, Action 6%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers rich team-based hack-and-slash action across sprawling mythological battlefields.
- #14 SAMURAI WARRIORS 4 DX
88% matchVery Positive86% of 525 reviews2024
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.Pub: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The sparks of destiny ignite in this rich depiction of the Warring States period that features a total of 55 different officers. The deluxe edition contains more than 150 previously released DLC from "SAMURAI WARRIORS 4," including costumes, weapons, customization parts, scenarios, and BGM!
Why similar: Musou 74.9% ★, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Historical 6.4%, Action 4.3%, Third Person 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features refined tactical combat mechanics and swift character-switching amidst massive armies.
- #15 Trinity Survivors
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 343 reviews2024
Dev: Flyway Games, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Select from a diverse roster of unique characters to assemble a trinity force and strategize to find the best skill combinations. Witness the astounding synergy that emerges. Engage in 2 player online cooperative multiplayer, team up with a friend to challenge orc hordes, and strive for high scores!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.2%, Hack and Slash 21.5%, Roguelite 13.9%, Action RPG 13%, Roguelike 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on hectic, high-speed multi-character combat against endless waves of enemies.
- #16 Return to abyss 重返深渊
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 980 reviews2023
Dev: Wingjoy Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Return to Abyss is a mowing survival game with Rogue-Lite elements, upgrade your weapons and use your fighting skills to fight through over 10,000 monsters on screen until defeat the culprit who brought chaos!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.7%, Action RPG 25.2%, Roguelite 22.3%, Action 13.5%, Singleplayer 0.3%
Why You'll Like It: Pits you against swarms of Lovecraftian horrors with chaotic, screen-filling combat upgrades.
- #17 Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition
85% matchVery Positive87% of 50,696 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 15.1 hrsMean: 72.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.3%, Historical 18.6%, Action 17.1%, RPG 16.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers brutal, deep martial arts and samurai combat set in dark, supernatural historical environments.
- #18 Malignant Survivors 2
84% matchMixed49% of 53 reviews2026
Dev: Eren AydinPub: Esnet Software
Windows
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: Action Roguelike 22.5%, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Roguelite 13.4%, Roguelike 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Blends dark dungeon-crawling action with chaotic roguelike horde survival.
- #19 DYNASTY WARRIORS 9
87% matchMostly Negative36% of 10,222 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 114.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Experience the thrill of one versus thousands in an all new open world setting with DYNASTY WARRIORS 9! Travel through Ancient China depicted on a single, vast, open-world map, master the new State Combo System, and watch the Three Kingdoms story unfold through a cast of 90 playable characters!
Why similar: Action 50.9%, Musou 32.9% ★, Hack and Slash 10.2%, Historical 3.1%, Action RPG 2%
Why You'll Like It: Explores open-world historical warfare with massive wave-clearing hack-and-slash skirmishes.
- #20 Netherworld Covenant
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 727 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.6%, Action Roguelike 18.4%, Roguelite 13%, Action RPG 12.8%, Roguelike 9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines hack-and-slash combat and dark thematic trials with roguelite mechanics.
- #21 Zengeon
84% matchMixed65% of 1,576 reviews2019
Dev: IndieLeague StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Zengeon is an anime infused Action RPG and Roguelite with a selection of unique characters and varying play-styles. Slaughter your way through demonic hordes and colossal bosses with hundreds of combination and skill possibilities!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.2%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Action RPG 14.1%, Roguelite 11.9%, Action 11%
Why You'll Like It: Combines anime-inspired action-RPG elements with roguelike dungeon-crawling runs.
- #22 Rogue Samurai
82% matchMixed54% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: CO's Entertainment
Windows
Rogue Samurai is an intense roguelite action game where you fight relentless waves of enemies as a legendary samurai. Master your skills, unlock powerful abilities, and face epic boss battles in a quest for survival.
Why similar: Martial Arts 23.6% ★, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelite 12.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, Roguelike 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features intense sword-fighting action and bullet-heaven survival against historical enemies.
- #23 Deathless: Survivors
82% matchMixed58% of 201 reviews2024
Dev: OneTwoPlay
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Embark on an online co-op Survival Roguelite adventure. Team up with friends, slash through endless waves of foes, conquer formidable bosses, fulfill quests, craft potent weapons, and unlock unique characters!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.6%, Action Roguelike 21.5%, Roguelite 13.7%, Action RPG 13.3%, Roguelike 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Tests your endurance against massive enemy waves using rapid skill builds and arcade action.
- #24 Nyran Survivors
81% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Diminished Studios
Windows · Linux
Embrace the role of Thoria's ultimate Mediator. In this gripping Action Roguelite, unlock diverse classes, harness thousands of spell combinations, and face epic boss battles. How long can you survive the endless enemy horde for?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.7%, Action Roguelike 29.6%, Roguelike 10.6%, Action 8.9%, Top-Down 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers direct horde-survival action with fast progression and hack-and-slash mechanics.
- #25 Bloody Heaven 2
81% matchVery Positive85% of 139 reviews2024
Dev: ShaneGame
Windows
Inspired By the well-known rogue-like game Hades, slash out of the God Field all the way down to the Demon Domain and defy The Overlord Thanatos in the Deep Frost Hell in this rogue-like dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 30.1%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Action 15.4%, Roguelike 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers fast-paced combat trials and action-roguelike progression against hordes of foes.
- #26 Nioh 3
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 19,570 reviews2026
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 43.2 hrsMean: 56.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%
In the third game in the dark samurai action RPG series Nioh, you will need to use both Samurai and Ninja combat styles in your battles against formidable yokai as you explore a thrilling open field.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.8%, Action RPG 20.4%, Historical 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Action 9.3%
- #27 Skybreakers
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 703 reviews2023
Dev: Bingo StudioPub: Merlion Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Skybreakers is an action roguelike thriller. Choose from various characters, arm yourself with a vast array of weapons, and create your own unique build by combining artifacts, random talents, abilities, and bonds. Plunge into exhilarating combat and use unique abilities to defeat the evil.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23%, Action Roguelike 18.8%, Martial Arts 18.4% ★, Roguelite 11.2%, Action RPG 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines intense beat-em-up action and survival mechanics against overwhelming threats.
- #28 Rogue Loops
78% matchMostly Positive72% of 312 reviews2025
Dev: Fubu Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Rogue Loops is a roguelite action game where a trapped family battles to escape an endless loop. Combine unique skills and relics to create powerful synergies against the loop’s guardians. As you grow stronger, so does the loop—can you break free from this relentless cycle?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.4%, Action Roguelike 20.6%, Roguelite 14%, Action RPG 11.7%, Roguelike 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides fast-paced, repeating hack-and-slash runs with incremental action-roguelite upgrades.
- #29 DYNASTY WARRIORS 7: Xtreme Legends Definitive Edition
79% matchVery Positive83% of 1,836 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The new modes and replay elements of "Xtreme Legends", even including downloadable content, have been packed into the thrilling one vs. one-thousand action game "DYNASTY WARRIORS 7", comprising a massive single title that is available now for a reasonable price!
Why similar: Musou 76.2% ★, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Historical 5.4%, Action 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: Relives dramatic historical campaigns through classic wave-clearing martial arts action.
- #30 ABYSSAL BLADE
76% matchVery Positive97% of 101 reviews2025
Dev: Vifer Games
Windows · Mac
ABYSSAL BLADE is a pixel-art boss rush inspired by MMO raid mechanics. With only 1 HP, take up your blade and challenge the five stages of grief.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.4%, Action RPG 22.2%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Top-Down 9.2%, Action 8.2%
- #31 The First Berserker: Khazan
75% matchVery Positive85% of 32,741 reviews2025
Dev: NeoplePub: NEXON
Windows
Median: 26.7 hrsMean: 35.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.4%, Action RPG 22%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, RPG 8%, Action 8%
- #32 ARSLAN: THE WARRIORS OF LEGEND
80% matchMixed70% of 192 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 64%
An exciting collaboration between The Heroic Legend of Arslan anime and the action-infused Warriors series! Experience the grand historical fantasy with ARSLAN: THE WARRIORS OF LEGEND!
Why similar: Musou 85.2% ★, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Action 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Adapts anime-style tactical warfare into pure one-versus-thousands Musou action.
- #33 Black Myth: Heaven
77% matchMostly Positive70% of 60 reviews2024
Dev: ShaneGame
Windows
Inspired By the well-known rogue-like game Hades, slash out of the God Field all the way down to the Demon Domain and defy The Overlord Thanatos in the Deep Frost Hell in this rogue-like dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.9%, Action Roguelike 24.2%, Action 13.1%, RPG 11.4%, Roguelike 10.5%
- #34 DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires
79% matchMixed66% of 1,675 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 194.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires is part of the "Empires" series, in which you aim to conquer ancient China using both strategy and the one warrior versus one thousand tactical action the WARRIORS series is known for.
Why similar: Musou 67% ★, Hack and Slash 17%, Action 6.3%, Historical 5.4%, RPG 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: Adds strategic empire-building layers on top of classic tactical hack-and-slash combat.
- #35 Malignant Survivors
76% matchMixed63% of 313 reviews2024
Dev: Eren Aydin
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
3D rogue-like action game in a dark fantasy theme. Blow up thousands of malignants and find quality loot to improve your heroes for harder challenges.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.6%, Action RPG 17.2%, Action Roguelike 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, RPG 8%
- #36 Hellsweeper VR
74% matchVery Positive86% of 620 reviews2023
Dev: Mixed Realms Pte LtdPub: Vertigo Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
DARE TO DESCEND INTO HELL? Hellsweeper VR is an intense first-person action-combat VR experience. Traverse the underworld where every step brings a challenge or a chance. Gain mastery of your weapons and elemental magic, or fall to the unrelenting onslaught of hell's twisted souls.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.1%, Action Roguelike 23.5%, Martial Arts 18.5% ★, Roguelite 9.4%, Roguelike 7.3%
- #37 Mirror of Heaven
74% matchVery Positive81% of 1,103 reviews2024
Dev: EnjoyPlay LtdPub: Leyo Games
Windows
The Qi has awakened demons, they wreak havoc on our world. You traverse ancient realms with the aid of the "Kunlun Mirror," embarking on a journey of cultivation and acension to gods.
Why similar: Martial Arts 20.1% ★, Hack and Slash 19.9%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Roguelite 11.6%, Historical 9.4%
- #38 Trials Survivors
72% matchVery Positive85% of 485 reviews2026
Dev: Angry wisp
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fight through endless hordes in trials bestowed by constellation patrons. Upgrade skills, collect relics, and craft broken builds in true roguelite fashion! Rediscover the fantasy behind the words hack and slash and bullet heaven. Will you survive the densest monster Survivor-like ever created?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.6%, Action Roguelike 23%, Roguelite 14.8%, Roguelike 9.4%, RPG 6.1%
- #39 Fate Seeker: Journey
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,205 reviews2022
Dev: JSL Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Fate Seeker: Journey is an action role-playing game that combines random elements of Roguelite. In this game, you will be the hero to choose talents, obtain items and combine skills to defeat enemies in every stage.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.5%, Action RPG 16.5%, Roguelite 12.7%, Roguelike 10%, Action 8.2%
- #40 Gods Will Fall
75% matchMixed59% of 113 reviews2021
Dev: Clever BeansPub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 53%
The gods’ torturous rule over humanity has lasted for millennia. Bent on cruelty and suffering, they demand to be served with blind worship through an oath of fealty pledged from every man, woman and child. To those who don't submit to the gods’ will; a slow and merciless death awaits.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.7%, Action Roguelike 23.1%, Roguelite 14.4%, Roguelike 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%
- #41 Keeper's Toll
71% matchVery Positive90% of 802 reviews2024
Dev: Stingbot Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Delve into Keeper’s Toll, an action-packed roguelite brimming with challenge and despair. Survive against an onslaught of relentless hordes and grueling bosses with skill-based ARPG gameplay. Embrace the darkness and cleanse these cursed lands.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28%, Roguelite 17.8%, Action RPG 15.9%, Roguelike 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%
- #42 Hell Shooter
71% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: PLAY Mephistowaltz
Windows
Hell Shooter is a roguelike dungeon crawler game. It features unique attack methods, exhilarating action, an oriental hellish atmosphere, and each character's storytelling.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.8%, Action Roguelike 20.2%, Roguelite 12.3%, Action RPG 11.8%, Roguelike 7.6%
- #43 God Of Weapons
70% matchVery Positive84% of 5,254 reviews2023
Dev: Imagine Games
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Embark on a thrilling journey in God of Weapons, an action roguelike where you must ascend the tower of Zhor to reclaim the last light for the world. To survive the monster onslaught on each tower's level, you'll need to obtain and carefully organize weapons and accessories in your inventory.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.6%, Roguelite 24%, Action RPG 16.6%, RPG 10.3%, Action 7.6%
- #44 EdgeOfTheAbyssAwaken
73% matchMixed68% of 585 reviews2022
Dev: TrinityBJ
Windows
"Edge of the abyss Awakening" is an adventure game that combines third-person, action, Roguelite and RPG strategy selection. Players can match different weapons, entries and talents to form various gameplays for adventurous challenges. You can play solo or in teams of up to three people.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.8%, Action Roguelike 22.9%, Roguelite 12.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Roguelike 6.9%
- #45 Ancient Abyss
73% matchMixed66% of 192 reviews2021
Dev: Screambox Studio
Windows
Ancient Abyss is a 2D Zelda-like action game where you will explore mysterious and hidden events in a randomly generated maze. As you progress, you’ll gain more power and collect items to help you reach further into the maze.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.1%, Action Roguelike 17.5%, Action RPG 15.1%, Roguelite 13%, Roguelike 10%
- #46 I Am Legion: Stand Survivors
69% matchVery Positive82% of 2,591 reviews2025
Dev: JA Game StudioPub: Gamersky Games
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Summon your stands and brawl it out! Dive into the thrill of mowing down enemies, synthesizing and upgrading, mining, forging gear, unlocking new characters and equipment. Discover unique stands combos and craft your own battle style to break through the chaos!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40.6%, Roguelite 24.5%, Roguelike 13.2%, Top-Down 9.8%, Action 8.1%
- #47 BERSERK and the Band of the Hawk
72% matchVery Positive82% of 4,208 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Behold the fierce blend of "Warriors" and "Berserk"!
Why similar: Musou 75.2% ★, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 5.5%, Action 3.8%, Third Person 0.7%
- #48 Samurai Bringer
69% matchVery Positive87% of 1,085 reviews2022
Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Samurai Bringer is a roguelite action game with levels which change with every playthrough, where you cut down hordes of Samurai and Demons to collect combat techniques and polish your fighting style in order to defeat Yamata-no-Orochi, the eight-headed dragon of Japanese mythology.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.6%, Action Roguelike 23.5%, Roguelite 16.1%, Historical 14.9%, Roguelike 10.5%
- #49 Wanted Shadows
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 57 reviews2023
Dev: RadhoodPub: Conradical Games
Windows
Decimate thousands of demons on All Hallows' Eve to protect your infernal home. Wanted Shadows is a bullet heaven roguelite where the difference between overpowering and being overpowered lies in your skill and wit.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.1%, Action Roguelike 19.6%, Roguelite 13%, Action RPG 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
- #50 Hollow Survivors
68% matchVery Positive82% of 201 reviews2025
Dev: Danny DeerPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle through hordes of horrific creatures as you hack and slash your way to the top of the Tower in this rogue-like dungeon crawler game. Choose from a variety of upgrades and weapons, and save the Tower.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.1%, Action Roguelike 20.7%, Roguelite 14.6%, Action RPG 13.4%, Roguelike 8.7%
- #51 Conquest Dark
66% matchVery Positive90% of 2,757 reviews2025
Dev: Eldritch Sword GamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Experience an ARPG's rapid ascension to power in minutes, packed with savage, survivors-like action and devastating sword & sorcery combat. Perfect your builds through Dark Ritual runs that will decide humanity's future as you battle endless hordes across haunting ruins and cursed kingdoms.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27%, Action RPG 20.9%, Roguelite 18.1%, Roguelike 10.2%, Action 9.2%
- #52 Rogue: Genesia
66% matchVery Positive91% of 8,587 reviews2025
Dev: Ouadi Huard
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 26.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Walk upon a new world and slay foes endangering it. Rogue : Genesia is an action rogue-lite game, where you fight relentless hordes consisting of hundreds and thousands of monsters, make your build, break the balance, defeat bosses and save one of the many worlds.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.1%, Roguelite 24%, Roguelike 12.9%, Action 8.9%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #53 Echoes of Aincrad
68% matchMixed48% of 5,280 reviews2026
Dev: Game Studio Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Step into Aincrad, a world of beauty and danger where every battle could be your last. Create your hero, choose your gear, and master combat by building synergy with your partner, leveling up, and unlocking special abilities to expand your horizons.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 44.4%, Action RPG 27.7%, RPG 10.6%, Action 9.6%, 3D 5%
- #54 Spirits Abyss
69% matchVery Positive96% of 430 reviews2020
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Spirits Abyss is a roguelite platformer with destructible terrain. Cast into the Abysm you must explore its diverse depths battling phantasmic meanies and plundering its useful treasures to find a way home... but does something nestle beyond the realmic veil of death?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 47.1%, Roguelike 22%, Roguelite 17.8%, Action 11%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #55 Devil Slayer - Raksasi
68% matchVery Positive85% of 2,861 reviews2021
Dev: GlassesCatGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.3%, Action Roguelike 25.1%, Roguelite 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Roguelike 8.6%
- #56 Worship Demon
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 137 reviews2026
Dev: 森罗游戏Senlo GamePub: 森罗游戏Senlo Game
Windows
"Worship Demon" is a fast 2D survivor with anime xianxia art and dazzling effects. Play a demonic cultivator, explore secret realms, ruins, and seek spells. Survive, beat boss, master Dao, and grow stronger. Each run unlocks new Arts, bonds, talents—forge your own immortal path.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.9%, Hack and Slash 22%, Roguelite 17.8%, Roguelike 12.6%, Action 7.1%
- #57 Dark Fantasy Warriors
71% matchMixed56% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: WarriorsStudio
Windows
Dark Fantasy Warrior is a third-person action role-playing game in Dark Souls style. Extremely dark, deep and DIFFICULT! All of that in this super action game and prepare to die. Are you ready to fight Darkness?
Why similar: Action RPG 31.3%, Dark Fantasy 23.2%, Action 16.7%, RPG 14.4%, Third Person 8.9%
- #58 Path of the Abyss
65% matchVery Positive93% of 681 reviews2025
Dev: Suzuki Suzuzou
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Dive deep into the Abyss.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 66.9%, RPG 17%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #59 Crimson Moon
66% matchMixed59% of 3,147 reviews2026
Dev: ProbablyMonsters
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
You are Nephilim: a human-angel hybrid forged to defend humanity with supernatural powers. Fight solo or with a friend to annihilate demons and challenge brutal bosses in relentless melée combat. Rise, violent one. The prophecy is yours to fulfill.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.1%, Action RPG 18.2%, Action Roguelike 15%, Roguelike 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%
- #60 Risen Blade
65% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2026
Dev: SatkPub: Karus
Windows
Smash the Dudes. Risen Blade is a fast-paced hack and slash roguelike where you chain brutal combos, carve through endless enemies, and forge powerful builds across unique classes.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.6%, Action Roguelike 26.2%, Roguelite 14.2%, Action RPG 9.9%, Action 6.8%