The Best Rogue-like-deckbuilder Games

Update : Dungeon Clawler added at rank #43.
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Luck be a Landlord (2023)

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Linux Android IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS

Luck Be A Landlord is a thrilling game where luck is everything. As the player, you have one coin left and your landlord is knocking at your door. You insert the coin into a slot machine and hope for the best - it's a roguelite game which means each time is different. You can add symbols and items to the machine to create interesting build strategies. With a terrible landlord to defeat and a dog to pet, this game is a must-play for anyone who loves a challenge.


What we like:
  • Well designed game
  • Interesting upgrades
  • Relaxing
  • Modern day Solitaire
What could be improved:
  • No meta progression
  • Pure luck, no way to influence runs
  • Not a true roguelite
  • Can fuel gambling addiction

  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • gambling
  • capitalism
  • auto-battler
  • procedural
  • resource-management

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Ruff Ghanor (2024)

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Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Ruff Ghanor is a Deckbuilder game with Roguelite elements, where each collected card represents a crucial action in your journey. Build the perfect deck, strategize, and create powerful synergies as you progress to face your destiny.


  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • card
  • rogue-like
  • battler
  • deckbuilder
  • faith
  • lore
  • trading
  • fantasy
  • story
  • hand-drawn
  • dragon
  • magic
  • atmospheric
  • strategy

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Vault of the Void (2022)

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Vault of the Void is a challenging card-based game that rewards improvement. You build a deck and navigate a hex-based grid to defeat enemies. With a variety of mechanics to master and cards to upgrade, the game offers complexity and depth. Although it may be overwhelming for newcomers, players familiar with deck building will find much to love in Vault of the Void.


What we like:
  • Strong base mechanics that expand with classes and modes
  • Great rogue-like deck builder
  • Fun card game with synergies and character builds
  • Lots of unlocks and visual rewards
  • Flexibility of deck swapping and mana mechanic
What could be improved:
  • Steep learning curve
  • Lack of narrative
  • Overwhelming for newcomers

  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • card
  • rogue-like
  • low-rng
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • choices
  • procedural

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Pyrene (2024)

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Defeat hellish monsters and rebuild your home in Pyrene, a fast paced roguelike dungeon-crawler. Play with different heroes & spells, collect powerful relics to upgrade your deck while uncovering the mysteries behind your village’s destruction.

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  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • card
  • dungeon-crawler
  • mythology
  • lore
  • strategy
  • fantasy
  • dark
  • top-down
  • battler
  • demons
  • hand-drawn

5

Vivid Knight (2021)

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Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS Android

Join Crystal Princess Amelie on her quest to defeat the Black Witch and free her friends from jewel prisons in Vivid Knight, a dungeon-crawler game with auto-chess mechanics. Build a team of up to six fighters, collect powerful jewels, and activate unique symbol abilities to help you defeat monsters and progress through the dungeon. The game's cute anime-style graphics make it an enjoyable adventure for any player looking for a fun and replayable game.


What we like:
  • No microtransactions
  • Fun and colorful graphics
  • Allows for a lot of different party approaches
  • Wide pool of unlockable characters and items
  • Unique gameplay mechanics
What could be improved:
  • Bonuses and debuffs hard to understand at first
  • Limited movement points may be frustrating
  • Dungeons may not be too difficult for seasoned roguelike players

  • rogue-like
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • dungeon
  • deckbuilder
  • auto-battler
  • party-building
  • dungeon-crawler
  • choices
  • strategy
  • anime
  • cute
  • inventory
  • management

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ROUNDS (2021)

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Android Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows

Rounds is a 1v1 rogue-lite shooter where each round gets more intense. The losing player of each round unlocks clever upgrades to create a better build to counter their opponent.


  • 2d
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • card
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • rogue-like
  • party
  • fight
  • scroller
  • pvp
  • multiplayer
  • twin-stick
  • platform
  • local
  • physics

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Heretic's Fork (2023)

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

Dear candidate, we are pleased to invite you to take up the position of manager of Hell. You will punish sinners by using our deck-building computer system to construct hellish towers capable of keeping the endless hordes of the underworld in check. Best of luck!

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  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • auto-battler
  • card
  • perma-death
  • tower-defense
  • bullet-hell
  • demons
  • top-down
  • arena
  • pixel
  • tactical
  • 2d
  • arcade

8

Dice Player One (2024)

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PC Windows

"Dice Player One" is a roguelike strategy game where dice reign supreme! Roll your dice, seize pivotal moments, and transform limited chances into boundless opportunities. Conquer challenges, unearth hidden secrets, and master the art of dice manipulation!

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  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • card
  • solitaire
  • tabletop
  • attack
  • score
  • replay-value
  • stylized
  • strategy
  • relaxing
  • turn-based
  • fantasy

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Card Hog (2020)

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Android IOS iPhone PC Windows

Get ready to explore the dungeon in Card Hog, where you can choose your own hog and battle enemies with a variety of weapons and magic. With multiple game modes, dozens of enemies and bosses to fight, and over 100 cards to discover, there's no shortage of adventure. Show your creativity by customizing your hog's outfit and enjoy local multiplayer modes while the online mode is on the way. With more content and updates on their way, join the Early Access journey and experience the exciting world of Card Hog today.


What we like:
  • Casual and quick gameplay
  • Unique concept of being a card inside a grid of cards
  • Lots of different modes to play
  • Devs are active and listen to player feedback
  • Simple design and easy to understand gameplay
What could be improved:
  • May require a lot of grinding to unlock everything
  • Boss fights can feel too easy
  • No multiplayer mode yet

  • turn-based
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • card
  • rogue-like
  • semi-casual
  • dungeon
  • strategy
  • funny
  • dungeon-crawler

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Cat God Ranch (2024)

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PC Windows

Lead hundreds of "wise" little animals to pay tribute to the Cat God!! 7 animal families, 100+ animals, 10+ Cat Gods, 100+ items, and various animal combinations waiting for you to explore!

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  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • auto-battler
  • collector
  • creature
  • resource-management
  • replay-value
  • farming
  • card
  • choices
  • cute
  • management
  • relaxing
  • turn-based

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