- #1 Rasetsu Fumaden
97% matchVery Positive88% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: exeCUTEPub: GAMER Plan
Windows
In the Edo period, in a world where demons, humans, and gods exist together, Rasetsu Raki, a princess of the demon tribe who possesses great sealing powers, helps people and defeats the enemies by skillfully using various 'sword techniques' and 'barrier techniques'.
Why similar: JRPG 19.2%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Action RPG 14.4%, Roguelike 10.4%, Drama 10%
- #2 Neverinth
96% matchMixed69% of 1,090 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: Action Roguelike 15.8%, Action RPG 13.5%, Roguelike 12%, Roguelite 11.8%, Anime 8.6%
- #3 Touhou Dystopian
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,022 reviews2025
Dev: Kay Lnk
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Touhou Project's Brand New Action Roguelite Fan Game! Strange incidents erupt in the Animal Realm and Primate Spirit Garden. Embark on an unknown journey, uncover the truth behind the anomalies, and break through this 'Touhou Dystopian'!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.9%, Roguelite 18.4%, Third Person 10.6%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Roguelike 9.1%
- #4 Shimagami
96% matchMixed63% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Danteon
Windows
Shimagami is an open-world RPG with anime-style visuals and deep lore. Battle fierce monsters in action combat, solve puzzles, and conquer challenges to uncover the mysteries of Shimagami. A diverse cast of demi-human heroines awaits—find your perfect companion and shape your adventure!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.2%, Action RPG 19.6%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Anime 10.5%, Third Person 9.6%
- #5 Homura Hime
94% matchNo user reviews90% of 1,623 reviews2026
Dev: Crimson DuskPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.
Why similar: Action RPG 37.4%, Anime 18.5%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Story Rich 12.3%, 3D 10.4%
- #6 Zengeon
94% matchMixed66% of 1,571 reviews2019
Dev: IndieLeague StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 24.7%, Action RPG 15.8%, Roguelite 13.3%, Anime 10.5%, Roguelike 9.3%
- #7 Taboo Trial
93% matchVery Positive84% of 1,685 reviews2023
Dev: Cat ShinePub: NPC Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In the rogue action game "Taboo Trial", you will play as a young female warrior from the Norse mythology, who can transform into multiple cute and sexy female warriors. In the visually stunning 3D world, you will use your combat skills to uncover the truth behind the Twilight of the Gods.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelite 12.7%, Action RPG 11.5%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Roguelike 9.2%
- #8 Nigate Tale
91% matchMixed68% of 958 reviews2024
Dev: Hermit GamesPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Fight your way through a procedurally generated labyrinthic castle in this rogue-like dungeon crawler, set in a vibrant and colorful anime world. You’re lost in a spiritual realm, but powerful monster girls will help you get back home with new powers and weapons if you bring them the right presents!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.8%, JRPG 17.4%, Action RPG 13.8%, Roguelite 13.2%, Roguelike 11.8%
- #9 RemiLore: Lost Girl in the Lands of Lore
92% matchMixed56% of 55 reviews2019
Dev: Pixellore IncPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
RemiLore: Lost Girl in the Lands of Lore is a “rogue-lite” anime-style adventure set in a colorful fantasy world where players hack-and-slash their way through an army of mechanical monsters using a huge variety of unique melee weapons and devastating magic attacks!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 50.5%, Roguelite 21.5%, Anime 17.7%, Female Protagonist 10.3%
- #10 Debugging Hero
89% matchVery Positive90% of 260 reviews2025
Dev: Team ETTU
Windows
As the Debugging Hero chosen by the Legendary Sword, you have gained the ability to manipulate character variables! Use this powerful ability to overcome the dungeons blocking your path and defeat the Demon Lord!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.4%, Roguelite 22.5%, Roguelike 17.2%, Fantasy 9.5%, Anime 6.6%
- #11 Decay of Logos
91% matchMixed53% 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: Lore-Rich 18.8%, Action RPG 17.5%, Third Person 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Exploration 9.4%
- #12 SAMURAI MAIDEN
90% matchMixed59% of 742 reviews2022
Dev: SHADE Inc.Pub: D3PUBLISHER
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A young woman from the 21st century with sharp swordsmanship skills finds herself in Honnō-ji during the Sengoku period! Together with a trio of newfound ninja friends, she races through the Underworld beneath Honnō-ji, confronted by enraged corpses at every turn!
Why similar: JRPG 29.3%, Anime 18.2%, Action RPG 14.1%, Female Protagonist 14%, Action-Adventure 6.1%
- #13 Savara
87% matchVery Positive89% of 536 reviews2025
Dev: Doryah GamesPub: Ankama Games
Windows
In this colorful action roguelite, participate in the festivities organized for the pleasure of the warrior god. Equip your best weapons, prove your valor against powerful monsters, and permanently engrave your name in history!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.6%, Roguelite 19.5%, Action RPG 15.7%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, RPG 7.5%
- #14 DISORDER
89% matchMixed50% of 121 reviews2025
Dev: GRUMPY
Windows
Escape the department store and uncover the hidden truth in this full 3D roguelike dungeon crawler
Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.5%, Roguelite 15.2%, Action RPG 14.3%, Roguelike 13.5%, Third Person 8.6%
- #15 Lost in Random: The Eternal Die
86% matchVery Positive87% of 898 reviews2025
Dev: Stormteller GamesPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Plunge into a living nightmare where every roll counts. Chain fluid combat with dice-fueled attacks, stack relics into ferocious synergies, and build unstoppable momentum. Slash through fate, bend chance to your will, and defeat the Black Die in this board-game inspired roguelite dungeon crawler.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.5%, Roguelite 17.2%, Isometric 16.8%, Roguelike 14.3%, Action RPG 13.2%
- #16 Foregone
88% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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: Roguelike 24.3%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Roguelite 16%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Exploration 9.5%
- #17 BLADECHIMERA
85% matchVery Positive89% of 1,329 reviews2025
Dev: Team LadybugPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore a dark and sinister Osaka as the Demon Hunter Shin. Battle demons, regain lost skills, and uncover the truth of your forgotten past in this exciting occult-inspired cyberpunk metroidvania.
Why similar: Action RPG 60.2%, Exploration 34.8%, Singleplayer 4.9%
- #18 Samurai Bringer
86% matchVery Positive88% of 1,058 reviews2022
Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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: Action Roguelike 29.4%, Roguelite 25.6%, Roguelike 21.3%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Colorful 9.1%
- #19 Netherworld Covenant
83% matchVery Positive80% of 657 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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: Isometric 18.3%, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Roguelite 15.4%, Action RPG 15.2%, Roguelike 13.6%
- #20 Asterigos: Curse of the Stars
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,328 reviews2022
Dev: Acme GamestudioPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a journey full of danger in this action RPG, inspired by Greek and Roman mythologies. Explore the breathtaking city of Aphes and forge your way through legions of unique foes and mythical bosses to discover the truth behind the city’s curse.
Why similar: Action RPG 23.9%, Action-Adventure 13%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Exploration 11.8%, Third Person 10.8%
- #21 HunterX
82% matchVery Positive84% of 719 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Action RPG 39.5%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, RPG 10.7%, Exploration 10.5%, Adventure 6.5%
- #22 Path of Redemption
84% matchVery Positive84% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: Headbang Studio
Windows
A challenging Souls-Like ARPG that you need to fight your way to survive the deadly enemies and enviroments.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.7%, Third Person 13.5%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Exploration 10.4%, Female Protagonist 10.4%
- #23 WARRIORS: Abyss
80% matchVery Positive86% of 2,098 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Through victory and defeat, traverse the merciless trials of hell.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.2%, Roguelite 19.2%, Action RPG 18.7%, Roguelike 13%, Third Person 6.4%
- #24 Devil Slayer - Raksasi
82% matchVery Positive85% of 2,844 reviews2021
Dev: GlassesCatGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 10.7 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: Action Roguelike 29.5%, Roguelite 22%, Roguelike 16.6%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 11%
- #25 9 Years of Shadows
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,097 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.4%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Anime 13.1%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Fantasy 9.9%
- #26 Afterimage
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.8%, Lore-Rich 18%, Anime 14.3%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Exploration 11.5%
- #27 Ninja Soul
81% matchVery Positive80% of 167 reviews2022
Dev: Ash Game StudioPub: Electronic Sheep Games
Windows
Ninjasoul is a platform action game that combines roguelite with Galaxy warrior demon city. Kunoichi, Tachibana Yachiyo unexpectedly awakened the ability of "death backtracking". She will find the truth in the land that used to be her hometown in the fight and death again and again.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 39.5%, Roguelite 27%, Roguelike 17.6%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Adventure 2.8%
- #28 Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree
79% matchMixed64% of 228 reviews2025
Dev: Brownies inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
In this Roguelite set in a far-off mystic realm, ancient forces stir, and untold dangers await. As Towa, lead the guardians of the sacred tree in forging strong relationships and powerful swords to fight Magatsu’s forces and determine the future of Shinju Village.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 54.2%, Anime 29.3%, Female Protagonist 16.5%
- #29 Realm of Ink
77% matchVery Positive92% of 3,886 reviews2024
Dev: Leap StudioPub: 4Divinity
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Realm of Ink is an Ink-style action Roguelite game. While pursuing the Fox Demon, the swordswoman Red, unexpectedly finds that her life is dictated by the 'destiny' within the world of the book. Only by breaking free can she unveil the truth of her existence and challenge the constraints of fate.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.1%, Roguelite 15.9%, Action RPG 15.8%, Roguelike 13%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #30 Nioh 3
76% matchVery Positive80% of 16,715 reviews2026
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 42.3 hrsMean: 48.1 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: Action RPG 33.4%, JRPG 17.4%, Third Person 16.1%, RPG 10.9%, Fantasy 9.3%
- #31 Rogue Samurai
78% matchMixed55% of 65 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: Action Roguelike 24%, Action RPG 20.3%, Roguelite 19.6%, Roguelike 16.6%, Colorful 6.7%
- #32 Blade of Dawn
76% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: Bumeow Games
Windows
This is a third-person hack-and-slash roguelike game. You will play as a Knight of Light defending against the invasion of the Shadow Empire. Using the power of holy light, you can convert shadow-infected enemies into allies. Try to survive until dawn!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 41.6%, Third Person 25.1%, Female Protagonist 22.8%, 3D 7.4%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #33 KAMIKO
78% matchVery Positive85% of 221 reviews2019
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Wield your weapon bestowed by the gods, and open the gates between worlds!
Why similar: Lore-Rich 33.3%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Fantasy 14.1%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Colorful 10.8%
- #34 GwenBlade
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: ArcWillow
Windows
SLASH YOUR FEARS in light-paced action/platformer with Story-driven Roguelite in the minds of mentally ill people! Solodev project on UE5
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.2%, Roguelite 19.1%, Roguelike 15.6%, Third Person 9.7%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #35 Striving for Light
74% matchVery Positive80% of 223 reviews2025
Dev: Igniting Spark Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blending deep Action RPG buildcrafting with roguelite action, Striving for Light lets you shape and customize an infinite skilltree. Hunt for powerful loot, craft and upgrade weapons to legendary power, slay hordes of enemies and challenging bosses in ever-changing dark worlds.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.8%, Action RPG 17.8%, Roguelite 15.9%, Isometric 14.9%, Roguelike 11.7%
- #36 Slayer : the Demon Haunted World
73% matchVery Positive92% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: PLAY Mephistowaltz
Windows
Slayer is a strategic action game built around a finely tuned combat system and dark narrative. Survival demands more than quick reflexes—you must consider movement direction, positioning, attack angles, parrying, dodging timing, and map structure.
Why similar: Action RPG 15.9%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Isometric 13.6%, Roguelite 13.3%, Roguelike 11.1%
- #37 Mahokenshi - The Samurai Deckbuilder
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 600 reviews2023
Dev: Game Source StudioPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Begin your journey to become a mighty samurai mage! In a blend of adventure, strategy and deckbuilding gameplay, choose how you will follow the way of the Mahoken. Explore the Celestial Islands, build your deck, battle challenging demons, and protect the land from the forces of corruption.
Why similar: Isometric 26.7%, Roguelite 18.2%, Action RPG 17.5%, Exploration 11.2%, Female Protagonist 8.6%
- #38 Trinity Fusion
73% matchVery Positive86% of 859 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.8%, Roguelite 19.4%, Action RPG 18.3%, Roguelike 16%, Female Protagonist 8.5%
- #39 Bloodless
73% matchVery Positive85% of 176 reviews2024
Dev: Point N' SheepPub: Shoreline Games
Windows
Stylish, action-adventure game featuring counter-based, non-lethal combat centered around ronin Tomoe's signature dash-counter mechanic, fighting with nothing but her bare fists to disarm her former allies, the samurai army of Shogun Akechi.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 24.8%, Anime 23.4%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Exploration 18.5%, Adventure 7.4%
- #40 Rustil: Eternal Labyrinth Castle
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 594 reviews2026
Dev: KTMG LLC.Pub: KIC Games
Windows
In this exhilarating roguelike action game, the main character, Rustil, acquires abilities from the souls of various heroes in a huge and mysterious labyrinth castle, and aims to reach the top floor while strengthening the main character. All monsters can be captured, raised, and summoned!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.2%, Roguelite 17.9%, Anime 15.4%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Fantasy 10.8%
- #41 Vambrace: Cold Soul
75% matchMixed66% of 940 reviews2019
Dev: Devespresso GamesPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.5 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Vambrace: Cold Soul is a story-driven roguelite set amidst a frozen landscape. Plan expeditions, then journey to the cursed city surface with your party. Wield unique powers, avoid traps, brave strange encounters, and survive deadly combat in this gothic fantasy adventure!
Why similar: Roguelite 19.2%, RPG 16.1%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Roguelike 12.1%, Fantasy 8.4%
- #42 Assassin’s Creed Shadows
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 35,541 reviews2025
Dev: Ubisoft QuebecPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 31.3 hrsMean: 51.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Experience an epic action-adventure story set in feudal Japan! Become a lethal shinobi assassin and powerful legendary samurai as you explore a beautiful open world in a time of chaos.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.6%, Female Protagonist 13%, Third Person 12.8%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Exploration 9.8%
- #43 Maid of Salvation
70% matchVery Positive92% of 230 reviews2025
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
The latest title from the HunterX development studio, Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.9%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Exploration 14.8%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Anime 8.6%
- #44 Blind Fate: Edo no Yami
74% matchMixed63% of 180 reviews2022
Dev: Troglobytes GamesPub: 101XP
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Test your limits in this hardcore, cyber-samurai game set in post-apocalyptic Japan. Parry your foes’ blows with your weapon of choice and use implants to attack the weaknesses of unstoppable bosses from Japanese folklore!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 31.2%, Exploration 25.8%, Story Rich 17.4%, 3D 15.8%, Adventure 9.9%
- #45 Yuri Sword Saga
71% matchVery Positive98% of 210 reviews2024
Dev: Pico Games
Windows
This is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up game set in a beautifully drawn Japanese world where you can slay enemies and bullets with simple controls. Parry enemy attacks and use a variety of special moves to defeat powerful demons and evil monsters.
Why similar: Anime 48.3%, Fantasy 28.8%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Story Rich 6.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #46 The Spirit of the Samurai
72% matchMixed61% of 442 reviews2024
Dev: Digital Mind GamesPub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A village in peril. A samurai reanimated. An Oni advancing. Fight an army of undead warriors and Japanese monsters as a human, a Kodama, and a cat in this 2D stop-motion action adventure.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 54.1%, Story Rich 25%, Adventure 12.1%, Singleplayer 8.8%
- #47 Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
69% matchVery Positive80% of 2,037 reviews2024
Dev: Metamorphosis GamesPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.
Why similar: JRPG 30.9%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, RPG 11.5%, Anime 11.2%, Story Rich 10.1%
- #48 MAGLAM LORD
71% matchMixed64% of 103 reviews2022
Dev: FELISTELLA Inc.Pub: D3PUBLISHER
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The demon king is an endangered species!? Oh, slash such fate! A brand new Action-RPG presented by gorgeous creators!
Why similar: JRPG 38.8%, Action RPG 19.2%, Anime 10.9%, Fantasy 10.6%, RPG 10.1%
- #49 W.A.N.D. Project
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 219 reviews2024
Dev: The Knights of UnityPub: Untold Tales
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Fast-paced, roguelike bullet hell with deep, unique spellcrafting. Create and use overpowered, game-shattering spells by combining a multitude of magical elements. Defend Tokyo from a monstrous invasion using magic, reflexes, and game-changing combos.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.3%, Action RPG 21.9%, Anime 12.5%, Roguelite 12.4%, Roguelike 11.6%
- #50 Naxia
72% matchMixed56% of 111 reviews2019
Dev: Infinite8
Windows
Naxia is a brainchild of old school action-RPGs and modern rogue-lites, which means you get to explore a procedurally generated world and master your guardian’s fighting abilities to help them save Naxia from threats far beyond their wildest expectations.
Why similar: Action RPG 21.6%, Isometric 16.5%, Roguelite 16%, Action Roguelike 16%, Roguelike 6.8%
- #51 CRYSTAR
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,245 reviews2019
Dev: FURYU CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
For when I weep, then I am strong. Battle through Purgatory as Rei to help save her sister in this Action RPG. Switch freely between four playable characters, and uncover each one of their pasts to see the sorrows they have endured.
Why similar: JRPG 35.5%, Anime 18.7%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, RPG 11.2%, Action RPG 11%
- #52 Dream Cycle
69% matchMixed58% of 275 reviews2022
Dev: Cathuria GamesPub: Raw Fury
Windows
Venture into Lovecraft’s legendary Dreamlands and join an epic struggle to save humanity. Master occult powers, unique weapons, and special combat abilities to vanquish powerful enemies. Explore, adventure, survive, and find a way to break the curse that threatens the waking world.
Why similar: Roguelite 22.8%, Third Person 15.6%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Exploration 14%, Female Protagonist 13.6%
- #53 Poetry of Blood: Eclipse
66% matchVery Positive90% of 379 reviews2024
Dev: ZeroGameStudioPub: NPC Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Blood Poem: Eclipse of the Moon is a 2D Rogue Lite hyper-speed action-adventure game. In the game, you play as the heroine code-named Ishtar, also known as "Moon" exploring a post-apocalyptic world. Your mission is to defeat beautiful bosses and bring them back to your lab.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.8%, Roguelike 19.3%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Anime 10%
- #54 Arietta of Spirits
68% matchVery Positive85% of 682 reviews2021
Dev: Third Spirit Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Arietta of Spirits is a story-driven action-adventure game, with easy to approach game mechanics. Follow Arietta on her journey to unveil the mysteries of the Spirit Realm and immerse yourself in a story filled with emotion and surprising turns.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 22%, Action RPG 20.7%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Story Rich 9.8%, Exploration 9.3%
- #55 Yusha Prototype
69% matchMixed46% of 123 reviews2024
Dev: 索莉提亞聯盟 -Solitaire Union-Pub: Mango Party
Windows
Defeat monsters and strengthen yourself by taking their powers! Discover the truth behind your cursed world in this lewd side-scrolling action game!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 49.2%, Action-Adventure 28.1%, Third Person 17.3%, Singleplayer 5.4%
- #56 HYAKKI YAKO Survivor
67% matchMixed66% of 83 reviews2025
Dev: pixyda,inc.
Windows
“style of a picture scroll Rogue Survival.” Follow the wind and destroy all the cursed torii gates. Deploy your fellows and form a formation to fight off the onslaught of enemies. Control many fierce warriors and challenge the "Hyakki Yako".
Why similar: Action Roguelike 59.9%, Lore-Rich 37.5%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #57 Hedon Bloodrite
67% matchVery Positive91% of 1,933 reviews2019
Dev: Zan_HedonDev
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Zan and her orc sisters must fight to save their homeland from a demonic invasion! Immerse yourself in a sprawling underground world where the rich lore, exploration and puzzles of classic adventure games blend with the visceral combat of a 90s' shooter.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 35%, Exploration 17%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Fantasy 12.7%, Story Rich 12.3%
- #58 Bosorka
66% matchVery Positive87% of 454 reviews2023
Dev: Sengi Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Bosorka is an exciting action roguelike where a young witch saves the world from insidious and cruel demons. Combine runes, master a variety of brooms, and try all possible and impossible spells until you gain enough power to fight evil.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 46%, Fantasy 14.8%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Roguelike 9.7%, 3D 8.2%
- #59 FOUNTAINS
63% matchVery Positive84% of 443 reviews2024
Dev: John Pywell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Action RPG 31.8%, Lore-Rich 25.6%, Exploration 15.2%, RPG 10.6%, Story Rich 7.4%
- #60 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
63% matchVery Positive83% of 1,162 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Why similar: Action RPG 23.7%, Anime 13.9%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Exploration 11.9%, Female Protagonist 11.7%