The Best Rogue-like Games - Page 2

Update : Wizard of Legend 2 added at rank #14.
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Risk of Rain 2 (2019)

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

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
  • cooperative
  • boss
  • tps
  • loot

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Cult of the Lamb (2022)

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90
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Mac OS Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Cult of the Lamb is an eerie triumph of dungeon crawling and society-building. As the titular Lamb, your job is to gather devotees to worship an imprisoned elder-god and defeat four heretic bishops. You will wield a randomly chosen weapon and uncover tarot cards to power up. You need to manage your cult, keep them faithful and make sure they are fed, cleaned, housed and preached to.


What we like:
  • Unique two part gameplay with dungeon crawler and cult management simulator elements
  • Darkly cute art style
  • Sharp gameplay
  • No choice in weapons or power ups for each run so no two runs are ever the same
What could be improved:
  • Short time limit in labyrinths to ensure that dead bodies are buried and prayers offered or risk dissent among followers

  • cult
  • rogue-like
  • management
  • dungeon
  • farming
  • simulation
  • dungeon-crawler
  • cute
  • card
  • boss

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Gunfire Reborn (2021)

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

Gunfire Reborn is a level-based adventure game featuring FPS, Roguelite and RPG. Players can control heroes with various abilities to experience diverse Build gameplay, use various weapons to explore procedurally-generated levels. You can play the game alone, or join 4-player coop.


  • rogue-like
  • shooter
  • first-person
  • fps
  • cooperative
  • level

14

Wizard of Legend 2 (2024)

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early access PC Windows Android

Face perilous magical trials in the fast-paced rogue-lite follow-up to the acclaimed original, featuring co-op and vibrant new 3D visuals. Master new Arcana and elements, experiment with spell combinations, and become the next Wizard of Legend!


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

15

Dicey Dungeons (2019)

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

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
  • battle
  • battler

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Spelunky 2 (2020)

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Xbox One PC Windows

Spelunky 2 is a difficult but rewarding roguelike game that builds upon the original with new mechanics, biomes and challenges. You must navigate through biomes while trying to gather treasure and rescue animals to gain health. With many changes from the first game, it’s sure to test your skills and keep you on your toes.


What we like:
  • Challenging gameplay
  • New mechanics
  • Bigger dungeons
  • Fast loading times
  • No glitches
  • Rideable animals
What could be improved:
  • Difficult learning curve
  • Rigid structure can make runs feel predictable
  • Too much going on at once can overwhelm players

  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • cooperative
  • local
  • 2d
  • multiplayer
  • difficult
  • online

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Have a Nice Death (2022)

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early access Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows

Step into the shoes of Death himself in 'Have a Nice Death', a game filled with dark humor and fast-paced combat. Navigate through the quirky departments of Death Inc., battling minions and bosses with over 70 unique weapons and spells. With hilarious characters, engaging boss battles and an intriguing plot, every run is a unique experience that keeps you coming back for more.


What we like:
  • Intriguing plot with dark humor
  • Variety of weapons and spells
  • Engaging boss battles
  • Charming visuals and audio
  • Smooth movement mechanics
What could be improved:
  • Fast bosses can be initially challenging
  • Control issues with dash and jump

  • rogue-like
  • boss
  • cartoony
  • 2d

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Rogue Legacy 2 (2020)

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

Rogue Legacy 2 is a must-play game for anyone who enjoys roguelike platformers, offering addictive gameplay, unique traits and abilities to succeed, and a wide range of classes to choose from. The game mechanics are solid, and it offers customization and accessibility options. The hand-drawn aesthetic, immersive experience, and great soundtrack create a great atmosphere, even for those intimidated by rogue-lites or metroidvanias.


What we like:
  • Addictive one-more-try gameplay
  • Hand-drawn aesthetic and great soundtrack
  • Customization and accessibility options
  • Immersive experience with seeping lore and mix of darkness and silly humor
  • Offers more content, evolution from predecessor, and consistent progression hooks for extra motivation
What could be improved:
  • Challenging gameplay may not be suitable for all players
  • Story may not be a strong point
  • Randomness may be frustrating at times
  • Relics can make or break a run, which may not appeal to all players

  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • boss
  • metroidvania
  • dungeon
  • challenging
  • difficult

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Brotato (2022)

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92
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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch

In Brotato, you'll play as the only potato survivor of a spaceship crash onto an alien planet. As you wait for rescue, you must fend off waves of enemies using up to 6 weapons at once. With fast runs and dozens of customizable characters and hundreds of weapons, the game offers endless hours of fun. Adjust the difficulty to your liking with the accessibility options. Will you survive and escape?


What we like:
  • Tight controls and polished gameplay
  • Fun and engaging gameplay loop
  • Plenty of character and charm
  • Diverse range of playable classes
  • Exceptional value for its price
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive scenery
  • Limited variety of weapons
  • No map variety to mix up the game experience
  • Lack of metaprogression and achievements
  • Game balance can feel too focused on defense builds, limiting player choice

  • rogue-like
  • arena
  • shooter
  • top-down
  • bullet-hell
  • hack-and-slash
  • procedural
  • sci-fi
  • aliens
  • post-apocalyptic
  • survival

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PIZZA POSSUM (2023)

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Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Embark on a cheeky arcade adventure in Pizza Possum! Outwit guard dogs, don hilarious disguises, and munch your way through a seaside village to become the ultimate pizza-stealing possum. Perfect for a quick laugh or a co-op giggle fest, this stealthy escapade is a slice of pure fun!


What we like:
  • Affordable and loads of fun
  • Ideal for quick gaming sessions
  • Excellent co-op experience
  • Introduces stealth mechanics in an accessible way
  • Provides laughter-filled playtime with friends
What could be improved:
  • Limited content requiring replay for full completion
  • Discarded items can clutter gameplay

  • rogue-like
  • cooperative
  • protagonist
  • cooking
  • stealth
  • colourful
  • cartoony
  • 3d
  • family-friendly
  • local
  • arcade
  • villain
  • cute
  • funny
  • hide-and-seek

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