The Best Rogue-like Games

Update : Balatro added at rank #26.
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Hades (2018)

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Hades is a thrilling action-adventure game that takes you on a journey through Greek mythology, where you play as the son of Hades trying to escape from the underworld. With its addictive gameplay, memorable characters, and stunning visual design, you'll be hooked from the start.


What we like:
  • Exceptional voice acting
  • Variety of weapons and customizable abilities
  • Procedurally generated enemies and environments
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Captivating storyline
What could be improved:
  • Player may have to grind for currency
  • Some repetitive dialogue
  • Difficulty may be too high for some players

  • rogue-like
  • mythology
  • boss
  • isometric
  • narrative
  • action
  • combat

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Slay the Spire (2019)

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Slay the Spire is a rogue-like game in which you battle your way up a spire, choosing from multiple directions and facing random events, fights and resting spots. Combat is essentially a single-player card game where you use cards to damage enemies, buff yourself or protect against enemy damage. Each of the four characters have their own play style and unique gimmicks. You can also find relics that provide passive bonuses to help you progress further in your run.


What we like:
  • Easy to learn mechanics
  • Engaging decision making
  • Fun build variety
  • Gradual difficulty ramping
  • Meaningful choices throughout the run
What could be improved:
  • Some builds are locked out at higher ascensions
  • Max-level ascensions can take hours to complete

  • card
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder

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Dead Cells (2017)

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Playstation 5 Xbox One Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch Mac OS Linux IOS iPhone Android

Dead Cells is a challenging and rewarding roguevania game that offers a variety of weapons and spells to choose from in a nonlinear progression world. With every run being different, the game's tough but fair combat promises hours of fun and excitement. The game also offers regular free updates, making it a must-play for anyone who loves rogue-like or metroidvania games.


What we like:
  • Highly accessible to players with a wide range of assist options and settings
  • Satisfying and challenging combat with a variety of weapons and skills
  • Gorgeous backdrops, great soundtrack, and amazing sound design
  • Endless unlocks and secrets with highly-rewarding gameplay
  • Passionate developers who continue to add new content and engaging community.
What could be improved:
  • Slow progression
  • Overpowered items
  • Frustrating to more casual players

  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • boss
  • combat
  • metroidvania
  • pixel
  • roguevania
  • action
  • souls

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Streets of Rogue (2019)

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Fight, sneak, and hack your way through randomly generated cities. It's like Nuclear Throne meets Deus Ex, mixed with the anarchy of GTA. Rogue-lite meets immersive sim, and goes completely insane.


  • rogue-like
  • experimentation-driven
  • cooperative

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Vampire Survivors (2021)

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Mac OS PC Windows Nintendo Switch Android IOS iPhone Xbox One Xbox Series X

Vampire Survivors is a thrilling time survival game with roguelite elements. In a world overrun by devils, your only goal is to survive as long as possible. Collect gold to buy upgrades and aid future survivors. This indie phenomenon offers bullet hell action and now features local co-op for up to 4 players. With support for multiple input methods, Vampire Survivors is an addictive and immersive experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat!


What we like:
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Lots of content
  • DLC adds more characters and personality
  • Base game should be played first
  • Fun and satisfying combat
What could be improved:
  • Require Grinding

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • survival
  • vampire
  • pixel

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Risk of Rain 2 (2019)

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Dive into the thrilling world of Risk of Rain 2, a 3D roguelike game filled with challenging monsters and enormous bosses. With over 110 powerful items to discover and eleven unique characters to play, you'll never run out of strategies to try. Whether you're playing solo or teaming up with friends online, you're in for an endlessly enjoyable experience.


What we like:
  • Challenging and exciting gameplay
  • Variety of unique characters
  • Over 110 powerful items to discover
  • Endless replayability
  • Great multiplayer experience
What could be improved:
  • Limited rewards from shrine offerings
  • Limited ammunition
  • Repetitive dialogue
  • Online stability issues

  • rogue-like
  • tps
  • boss
  • cooperative
  • loot

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Roboquest (2020)

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Xbox One PC Windows Xbox Series X

"Roboquest" is a fast-paced first-person shooter with Roguelite mechanics that can be played solo or with a friend. Navigate through randomly generated levels, upgrade your weapons and abilities, and take on powerful bosses. With a variety of classes and weapon options, no two runs will be the same. The polished experience and high-energy soundtrack will keep you on your toes as you try to survive in a post-apocalyptic world filled with evil bots.


What we like:
  • Adrenaline pumping gameplay
  • Fun co-op mode
  • Unique mechanics and upgrades
  • Optimized performance
  • Entertaining gun-play
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive rogue-like gameplay
  • Short game length
  • Limited number of playable characters

  • rogue-like
  • shooter
  • first-person
  • cooperative
  • fps
  • fast-paced
  • bullet-hell
  • loot
  • post-apocalyptic
  • perma-death
  • 2-player
  • pick-up

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Noita (2020)

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Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.


  • rogue-like
  • pixel
  • simulated
  • physics

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Wizard of Legend (2018)

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Wizard of Legend is a fast-paced dungeon crawler with rogue-like elements that will have you addicted from the very first level. Battle through challenges, collect spells and relics, and build your magical arsenal to fit your playstyle. With over 100 unique spells and items, there are endless possibilities for creating devastating combinations. Get ready for some spell-slinging action!


What we like:
  • Fun and satisfying gameplay
  • Variety of builds and playstyles
  • Inexpensive game from small developers
  • Collecting spells adds replay value
  • Online mode coming soon
What could be improved:
  • Extremely difficult and punishing
  • Lack of information on item descriptions and cursed relics
  • Map design can artificially increase difficulty
  • Bosses and enemies become drastically harder as levels progress

  • rogue-like
  • dungeon
  • dungeon-crawler
  • cooperative
  • boss
  • local
  • pixel

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Dicey Dungeons (2019)

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Linux Mac OS PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Xbox Series X Android IOS iPhone Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Dicey Dungeons is a unique and addictive roguelike game that features charming artwork and a funky soundtrack. The game offers six different classes and throws players into dungeon-crawling adventures where luck and strategy are equally important. With dozens of enemies and an endless replay value, Dicey Dungeons is a must-play for anyone looking for a fast-paced deckbuilding roguelike game with a unique twist.


What we like:
  • Charming and unique visual section
  • Phenomenal soundtrack
  • Simple to learn gameplay loop with enough versatility
  • Lots of replay value
  • Interesting and creative proposal in the deckbuilding roguelike genre
What could be improved:
  • Lack of player agency
  • Heavy reliance on random generation
  • Unsatisfying experience due to lack of meaningful decisions
  • Shallow enemy roster with few chances to augment equipment

  • rogue-like
  • dice
  • deckbuilder
  • card
  • dungeon
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • dungeon-crawler
  • turn-based

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