The Best Rogue-like Games for Nintendo Switch - Page 4

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Endless Dungeon (2023)

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

Embark on an interstellar journey in ENDLESS Dungeon, where you'll tackle a blend of roguelite thrills, tactical action, and tower defense in a forsaken space station. Recruit a diverse cast of heroes, defend your precious crystal against monstrous waves, and unravel the secrets lurking within. It's a heart-pounding adventure that redefines teamwork and strategy with every playthrough, drawing you deeper into its mysteries. Whether alone or with friends, your endurance and wit will be tested. Are you ready to face the endless?

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What we like:
  • Unique blend of genres
  • Diverse cast of heroes
  • Fresh experience with procedurally generated levels
  • Brilliant co-op gameplay
  • Rich soundscape and immersive lore
What could be improved:
  • Limited weapons variety
  • Game may feel repetitive over time

  • rogue-like
  • twin-stick
  • tower-defense
  • dungeon
  • shooter
  • tactical
  • wave
  • cooperative
  • sci-fi
  • dungeon-crawler

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Luck be a Landlord (2023)

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

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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Wildfrost (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox One PC Windows Xbox Series X Android IOS iPhone

Wildfrost is a tactical deckbuilding game set in a world plagued by an eternal winter. Gather a band of heroes, defeat enemies, and restore balance to the world. The game features procedurally generated maps with dynamic attack counter system adds depth and suspense to the gameplay experience. Easy to learn but hard to master, making it great for both new and seasoned players.

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What we like:
  • Visually engaging and unassumingly complex
  • Flawless UI/UX
  • Great value for its asking price
  • Somewhat simple in its formalities, but every battle is oddly simple once you understand how to play.
What could be improved:
  • Lack of an in-game glossary
  • Steep learning curve
  • Can be time-consuming
  • Death is all but assured
  • May need some substantial DLC or post-launch updates to reach the heights of its peers.

  • card
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • battler
  • deck
  • unforgiving
  • battle
  • tactical

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The Crackpet Show: Happy Tree Friends Edition (2023)

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Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows

The Crackpet Show is an action-packed rogue-lite shoot’em-up about mutated animals that fight in a bizarre TV show, crushing their opponents with a variety of weapons. Choose your beastie, gear ‘em up, and go kill your enemies in the name of fame and sweet sponsorship deals!

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  • rogue-like
  • rail
  • cooperative
  • cute
  • gore
  • humor
  • violent
  • twin-stick
  • old-school
  • local
  • shoot-em-up
  • bullet-hell
  • funny
  • dark
  • procedural

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Desta: The Memories Between (2022)

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Android PC Windows Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone

Relive memories, rediscover friends and repair relationships in this unique turn-based strategy exploration through dreams and regrets from the creators of Monument Valley

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  • rogue-like
  • turn-based
  • strategy
  • tactical
  • sport
  • surreal
  • dodgeball
  • visual-novel

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Darkest Dungeon II (2023)

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80
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PC Windows Xbox Series X/s Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 j

Darkest Dungeon II is a dark and thrilling roguelite that will challenge your patience and determination. Assemble a party of heroes and embark on a dangerous mission to save the world from an eldritch force. The complex mechanics and challenging gameplay offer a rewarding experience with tons of replayability. With top-notch artwork, audio, and voice acting, this game is not for the faint of heart, but an excellent choice for those seeking a challenging adventure.


What we like:
  • Offers tons of replayability
  • Complex mechanics offer a rewarding experience
  • Top-notch artwork, audio, and voice acting
  • Rewards creativity
  • Challenging but satisfying combat system
What could be improved:
  • Can be overwhelming
  • Dark and gruesome tone
  • Relies heavily on luck
  • Carriage steers poorly
  • Not enough enemy variety

  • turn-based
  • rogue-like
  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • dungeon-crawler
  • combat
  • gothic
  • battle
  • boss
  • strategy
  • journey-ending
  • narration
  • tactical
  • skill
  • lovecraftian

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Streets of Rogue (2019)

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Linux Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS

Fight, sneak, and hack your way through randomly generated cities. It's like Nuclear Throne meets Deus Ex, mixed with the anarchy of GTA. Rogue-lite meets immersive sim, and goes completely insane.

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  • rogue-like
  • experimentation-driven
  • cooperative

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Go Mecha Ball (2024)

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

Load up and roll out, in this twin stick shooter with roguelike progression! Blast your way through arcade-style levels, using pinball-style physics mixed with an arsenal of devastating weapons. Defeat waves of enemy bots, battle big bosses, and upgrade your mech between runs


  • rogue-like
  • twin-stick
  • pinball
  • shooter
  • mech
  • futuristic
  • cyberpunk
  • shoot-em-up
  • bullet-hell
  • robots
  • arcade
  • arena

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Rising Hell (2019)

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Xbox One PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Rising Hell is a vertical platformer rogue-lite filled with adrenaline-pumping action and tons of heavy gothic metal shreds. Climb out from the ever-changing hell while you fight hordes of blood-lusting demons.

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  • rogue-like
  • roguevania
  • demons
  • platform
  • bullet-hell
  • vertical
  • gore
  • 2d
  • pixel
  • procedural
  • beat-em-up
  • action

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Ziggurat 2 (2020)

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

Ziggurat is back, and now it's even better! Use powerful weapons and spells to break through hordes of enemies and explore labyrinthine dungeons in this hectic roguelite FPS, while you improve your skills and discover new equipment.

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  • shooter
  • rogue-like
  • first-person
  • fps
  • dungeon-crawler
  • fast-paced
  • boomer
  • arena
  • dungeon
  • old-school

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