The Best Rogue-like-deckbuilder Games for Linux

Update : DROSS added at rank #18.
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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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Backpack Battles (2024)

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early access PC Windows Linux

A PvP inventory management auto battler! Buy and craft powerful items, then carefully arrange them in your backpack.

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  • auto-battler
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • asynchronous
  • pvp
  • battler
  • inventory
  • management
  • loot
  • multiplayer
  • cozy
  • strategy
  • card

3

Draft of Darkness (2021)

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Linux PC Windows

Draft of Darkness is a survival horror RPG with deck building and roguelike dungeon exploration. Recruit allies, synergize their decks to create powerful card combos. Manage your limited resources and explore procedurally generated maps to determine the story's outcome.

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  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • card
  • battler
  • perma-death
  • deckbuilder
  • survival-horror
  • dungeon-crawler
  • procedural
  • post-apocalyptic
  • 2.5d
  • nonlinear
  • rogue-like
  • resource-management
  • pve
  • strategy

4

Roguebook (2021)

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

Enter the magical world of Roguebook, where each page holds a new challenge and adventure for you to conquer. Build your deck, choose two heroes with unique skills, and battle over 40 bosses and enemies. With procedurally generated maps and over 200 cards and relics, you'll never get bored exploring. Can you defeat the Roguebook?


What we like:
  • Engaging gameplay with character progression
  • Excellent deck-building RPG rogue-lite
  • Top-notch graphics and art with fantastic mechanics and balance
  • Highly addictive and infinitely interesting with casual gameplay
  • Offers endless possibilities for strategy and replayability
What could be improved:
  • Fixation on deck size restricts building strategies
  • Deck bloat with no way to remove cards

  • card
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • deck
  • strategy
  • turn-based

5

Iris and the Giant (2020)

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

Iris and The Giant is a fusion of the CCG, RPG and roguelike genres. You play as Iris, who must brave her fears in her imaginary world. Dive into a melancholic and gripping adventure, filled with cute monsters and buried memories. Ready to face your inner demons?


  • rogue-like
  • card
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • battler
  • demons
  • strategy
  • dungeon-crawler
  • mouse
  • replay-value

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Hadean Tactics (2021)

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PC Windows Linux Mac OS

Hadean Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding game fused with autobattler elements to create a unique strategy experience. Use your cards to influence the actions of your units and help your Hero defeat the Six Wings of Hell!


  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • auto-battler
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • card
  • turn-based
  • strategy
  • procedural
  • fantasy
  • dungeon-crawler
  • choices
  • dark
  • stylized

7

Dungeon Clawler (2024)

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PC Windows Mac OS Linux IOS iPhone Android

Dungeon Clawler is a Roguelike Claw Machine Deckbuilder. Build your deck, grab weapons and items from the claw machine to battle enemies, discover powerful perks that create game-changing synergies and unleash crazy combos as you fight your way through the dungeon!

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  • rogue-like
  • gambling
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • dungeon-crawler
  • dungeon
  • strategy
  • lovecraftian
  • perma-death
  • arcade
  • vampire
  • procedural

8

Usurper (2018)

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Linux Mac OS Playstation 4 Playstation 5 PC Windows

A turn-based roguelike deckbuilder where your King is your strongest weapon. Play cards from your deck to drop units onto the battlefield and checkmate your opponent. Build your Deck, Upgrade your Ruler, and Claim the Throne.

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  • rogue-like
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • chess
  • turn-based
  • battler
  • card
  • deckbuilder
  • tactical
  • board-game
  • strategy
  • replay-value
  • tabletop
  • metroidvania

9

Rogue Voltage (2024)

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early access Linux PC Windows

The engineering roguelike. Construct your own skills by wiring up modules. Build crazy machines to zap the monsters and trigger satisfying chain reactions.

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  • automation
  • rogue-like
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • deckbuilder
  • japanese
  • battler
  • programming
  • auto-battler
  • rpg
  • card
  • replay-value
  • jrpg
  • strategy
  • tactical

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Across the Obelisk - Starter Set (2024)

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Linux Mac OS PC Windows Xbox One Nintendo Switch

Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk!

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  • turn-based
  • card
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • cooperative
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • tactical
  • dungeon-crawler
  • class
  • replay-value
  • choices
  • rogue-like
  • procedural

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