The Best Dungeon-crawler RPG Games for PC Windows - Page 2

Update : Path of Exile 2 added at rank #4.
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Cryptmaster (2024)

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j PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Xbox One

SAY ANYTHING in this bizarre dungeon adventure where words control everything. Fill in the blanks with text or voice to uncover lost abilities, embark on strange quests, and solve mindbending riddles. Can you conquer the crypt and uncover the mystery at the heart of CRYPTMASTER?


  • typing
  • dungeon-crawler
  • fishing
  • word
  • rpg
  • lore
  • party
  • psychedelic
  • surreal
  • psychological
  • action-adventure
  • stylized
  • third-person
  • first-person
  • funny

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Tower of Time (2018)

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PC Windows Linux Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

Tower of Time is a story-rich dungeon crawler with innovative real time combat. Set in the world of Artaria, you play as an anonymous character who has no name and seemingly little history. Explore the Tower with your party, discover various narrative threads that tie back to the present and foreshadow the future. With RPG tropes such as upgrading buildings to level up your heroes, finding blueprints and crafting special equipment also included, Tower of Time offers an incredibly varied gaming experience.


What we like:
  • Innovative real time combat system
  • Story-rich narrative
  • Varied team members with unique skills
  • Deep exploration encourages full discovery
  • RPG tropes included
What could be improved:
  • Occasional graphical hitches
  • No shortcut to select all heroes at once

  • rpg
  • real-time
  • pause
  • combat
  • dungeon-crawler
  • tactical
  • story
  • old-school
  • classic
  • strategy
  • battle
  • exploration
  • fight

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9th Dawn III (2020)

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"description": "Embark on an epic adventure in 9th Dawn III: Shadow of Erthil, a thrilling 2D open world RPG filled with dungeons, monsters, and secrets. Explore vast landscapes, discover hidden crypts and villages, and fight over 270 unique monsters to become the ultimate warrior. With over 1,400 items to collect, customize your gear, recruit monsters, and play the original card game Fyued. With an original orchestral soundtrack, side quests, and more, can you uncover the mysterious evil force threatening the lands?"


What we like:
  • Massive open-world
  • Unique space to flip movement mechanics
  • Deep nostalgic pull to older games
  • Simple and familiar RPG flavor
  • Impressive take on 2D Hack and Slash gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive gameplay
  • Weak gearing system
  • Difficulty understanding attributes, skills, and abilities impact on player stats
  • No modding tools and no way to split stacks or divide items in inventory

  • open-world
  • rpg
  • dungeon-crawler
  • crafting
  • card
  • fishing
  • hunting
  • mining
  • dungeon
  • collectathon
  • twin-stick
  • campaign
  • hack-and-slash
  • old-school
  • 2d

14

Silent Hope (2023)

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PC Windows l Nintendo Switch

Explore, fight, and produce items to grow stronger as seven distinct heroes in this silent world. Guided by the Princess, you'll delve into the Abyss and learn the mysteries of the King and his now-ruined kingdom. In a world without words, what hope is there for humanity?

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  • dungeon-crawler
  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • japanese
  • isometric
  • crafting
  • arpg
  • hack-and-slash
  • farming
  • jrpg
  • action
  • class
  • skill
  • combat

15

Etrian Odyssey III HD (2023)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Embark on an epic adventure in Etrian Odyssey III: The Drowned City, a dungeon-crawling RPG that lets you build your own guild of explorers and venture into the unknown. With unique and interesting character classes, turn-based combat, and a sailing mini-game, this game offers hours of gameplay and endless experimentation. The auto-mapping feature and lower difficulty modes make it accessible to beginners, while the challenging gameplay and quality-of-life upgrades cater to seasoned players. Discover the secrets of the undersea labyrinth and write your own legend as you explore Armoroad.

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What we like:
  • Amazing dungeon crawler
  • Quality of Life improvements
  • Endless variety in play styles
  • Hours of gameplay
  • Accessible to beginners
What could be improved:
  • Complex mapping system
  • Clunky controls for Switch
  • Lackluster visuals
  • Some grinding required

  • dungeon-crawler
  • dungeon
  • rpg
  • japanese
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • jrpg

16

Diablo IV (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Diablo 4 is an isometric action RPG where you can shape your character in any way you like. With its stunning visuals, engaging storyline, and hyperkinetic combat, the game offers an addictive gaming experience. You get to choose from five different classes, each with its own unique weapons. From gradual improvement of your character to deep skill trees, the game offers a lot of customization options. The open-world design lets you explore freely after a brief tutorial zone. Although some attacks can be tough to read when the screen gets cluttered, and the game may become too addicting, it is still a visually stunning game that challenges your skills and strengthens your relationships.

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What we like:
  • Scientifically measured to provide a constant stream of rewards
  • Excellent character building and customization options
  • Hyperkinetic combat and sophisticated skill trees
  • Visually stunning and engaging cast of characters
  • Open-world design is cohesive and visually diverse
What could be improved:
  • Difficulty in deciphering attacks when the screen gets overcrowded
  • Challenging loot management
  • Limited-time events

  • dungeon
  • arpg
  • rpg
  • boss
  • demons
  • action
  • cooperative
  • dungeon-crawler
  • skill
  • open-world
  • multiplayer
  • mmo
  • hack-and-slash
  • online
  • combat

17

Nobody Saves the World (2022)

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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Nobody Saves the World is an action-packed adventure game where you play as Nobody, who must rescue the missing wizard Nostramagus to save the world from destruction. Transform into various forms, each with unique abilities to overcome enemy hordes, and complete side dungeons and collectibles. The game offers up to 30 hours of gameplay with a storyline, and the added bonus of a new game plus adventure. The game's lovely art style and witty writing make it fun, happy and joyous. It's a game that you won't want to miss!


What we like:
  • Wide diversity of playstyles
  • Customizable protagonist
  • Sprawling map and distinct environments with streamlined quest system
  • Smooth performance in solo and online co-op
  • Witty writing and lovely art style.
What could be improved:
  • Can be overwhelming due to its complexity
  • Repetitive quests
  • Lack of quality of life features
  • Online co-op is subpar
  • DLC content might be a miss for some players.

  • dungeon
  • rpg
  • dungeon-crawler
  • action
  • cooperative
  • top-down

18

Lowlander (2023)

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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android

Return with us, to the days of yesteryear. When 8 colors were enough, and the pixels were individually detectable to the human eye. This is LOWLANDER, a fantasy role-playing adventure from simpler times. This might be your father’s RPG!

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  • retro-rpg
  • rpg
  • minimalist
  • adventure
  • retro
  • dungeon
  • turn-based
  • pixel
  • fantasy
  • dungeon-crawler
  • action-adventure
  • 1980s
  • story
  • faux-retro
  • combat

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Vaporum: Lockdown (2020)

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Experience the danger and secrets of the steampunk world as Ellie Teller in Vaporum: Lockdown. With challenging combat, puzzle-solving, and RPG-style upgrades, immerse yourself in the intriguing world of the tower of Arx Vaporum. Uncover hidden secrets, unique enemies, and thrilling adventures in this first-person game. Are you ready to escape and survive?


What we like:
  • Fun and rewarding gameplay with dynamic combat and exploration
  • Simple skill tree system that allows for unique builds
  • Engaging story with interesting collectibles
  • Accessible to players unfamiliar with the genre
  • Great style and graphics
What could be improved:
  • Puzzles can become tedious and repetitive
  • Boss fights can be long and dissatisfying
  • Use of present-day language clashes with the game's historical setting
  • Character progression options can feel experimental and not worth investing in

  • dungeon-crawler
  • steampunk
  • grid
  • rpg
  • old-school
  • gadget
  • real-time
  • reflexes
  • puzzle
  • tactical

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Mary Skelter: Nightmares (2016)

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vita PC Windows

"Beware! The Nightmare monster stalks you as you navigate this dungeon-crawling RPG. Stand your ground, or use traps to slow down the insatiable monsters and escape to fight another day. You’ll fight in turn-based battles and can boost up your allies with blood transformations. If you solve the dungeons’ mysteries and satisfy the prison’s desires, you just might make it out alive!"


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • dungeon-crawler
  • dungeon
  • drpg
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • lore
  • dating-sim
  • anime
  • party
  • visual-novel
  • multiple-endings
  • romance

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