The Best Rogue-like Games - Page 2

Update : Rocket Rats added at rank #2.
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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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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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Crypt (2018)

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Xbox One Android PC Windows

This is not a video game. This is a psychological torture device. Do not attempt to play this game. You won't have an enjoyable experience. And that's intentional.


  • rhythm
  • rogue-like
  • dungeon
  • dungeon-crawler

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Brotato (2022)

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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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Balatro (2024)

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

Balatro is a thrilling blend of poker and roguelike deck-building that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Master the art of poker hands and harness the power of unique Joker cards to outsmart your opponents. Explore a dazzling world filled with challenges, upgrades, and the addicting rush of unlocking new strategies with every play. Are you ready to take on the ultimate card battle?


What we like:
  • Unique blend of poker and roguelike mechanics
  • Deep customization with Jokers and booster packs
  • Engaging boss mechanics that add to the game's challenge
  • High replay value with endless run and challenge modes
  • Accessible to newcomers while offering depth for veterans
What could be improved:
  • Reliance on luck can lead to frustrating runs
  • High difficulty curve may deter some players

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

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Risk of Rain 2 (2019)

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PC Windows 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
  • tps
  • boss
  • loot

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Loop Hero (2021)

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

Loop Hero is a rogue-like adventure RPG strategy card game featuring a top-down deck & dungeon-building auto-battler with resource and settlement management systems. The player must traverse an ever-looping route to defeat rivals and build the world around them while managing their resources, equipment and buffs.


What we like:
  • Easy to understand mechanics
  • Aesthetically minimalistic package
  • Procedurally generated path
  • On-the-fly item management
  • Resource management systems
  • 8 bit 80's goth flair soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Dusty blue & orange colour palette may not be to everyone's taste
  • 40% resource tax when leaving the loop
  • 30% of resources lost when dying

  • card
  • rogue-like
  • tile
  • boss
  • rpg
  • deckbuilder
  • battle
  • pixel
  • strategy
  • endless
  • vampire

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Let's! Revolution (2023)

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

Let’s! Revolution! is a colorful roguelite puzzle mashup about stopping a narcissistic King from ruining your world. Flip tiles to uncover the hidden path to the King. Use deductive reasoning to avoid his cronies or take them all down in strategic turn-based combat.

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  • turn-based
  • rogue-like
  • tactical
  • grid
  • strategy
  • movement
  • dungeon-crawler
  • logic
  • tile
  • perma-death
  • class
  • hand-drawn
  • procedural
  • puzzle
  • colourful

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20 Minutes Till Dawn (2022)

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PC Windows Android IOS iPhone Mac OS

20 Minutes Till Dawn is a thrilling rogue-lite survival game where you must fight off a swarm of hellish beasts while leveling up and acquiring power-ups. Unlock new heroes and weapons to fundamentally adjust the pattern of play. With frantic minute-to-minute action and depth, this game is an absolute hoot to play.


What we like:
  • Traditional twin-stick shooter style
  • Plenty of options with upgrades for different abilities, elemental effects, and summon-based builds
  • Challenging survival against increasing difficulty and quantity of enemies, with full-on boss encounters
  • Retro and moody graphical style
  • Unlock new heroes and weapons for endless gameplay possibilities
What could be improved:
  • Build diversity can become repetitive after a while
  • Instances of slowdown during hectic gameplay
  • 'Quickplay mode' not quick enough for mobile play
  • Retro and moody graphical style may be difficult to read for some
  • Some minor flaws may affect the game experience, but they don't detract too much from the overall enjoyment

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • shoot-em-up
  • lovecraftian
  • top-down
  • tutorial
  • twin-stick
  • shooter
  • gun

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Astral Ascent (2023)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 l Nintendo Switch

Choose one of four heroes and explore the Garden, an astral prison guarded by 12 powerful mystical bosses: the Zodiacs. Challenge them with dozens of unique spells and faithful friends by your side to unfold the story of this platform roguelite with lightning fast combat.


  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • cooperative
  • 2d
  • pixel
  • boss

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