Games like Dead Cells
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Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
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$19.99Trinity Fusion
Dec 15 · Angry Mob Games
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Metroidvania
Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.
Action RoguelikeRogueliteMetroidvaniaPlatformerRoguelikeSouls-likeAction RPGHack and SlashFemale ProtagonistAction👍 689
-30%$17.49Windblown
Oct 24 · Motion Twin
Both: Action Roguelike · Hack and Slash · Roguelite
A lightning-fast 1–3 player co-op roguelite from the creators of Dead Cells. DASH, DIVE and DESTROY across a shattered world. Build wild loadouts, unleash devastating Alterattacks, and become the last stand against the Vortex.
Action RoguelikeHack and SlashOnline Co-OpRogueliteCombatMetroidvaniaFast-PacedDark FantasyEarly AccessAction👍 9,070
$14.99Soulstone Survivors
Jun 17 · Game Smithing Limited
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Roguelike
Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.
Bullet HeavenAction RoguelikeBullet HellRogueliteAction RPGRoguelikeCraftingRPGHack and SlashAction👍 25,755
-75%$1.24Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot
Oct 31 · Konfa Games
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Roguelike
Welcome to Slime 3K, an unhinged roguelite bullet-heaven set in the Despot’s Game universe! Build a deck of crazy weapons, grow stronger and devour hordes of pink puny humans as a murderous jelly blob on a warpath of death, violence and pretzels.
Action RoguelikeBullet HellRogueliteDeckbuildingRoguelike2DShoot 'Em UpTop-Down ShooterHack and SlashShooter👍 1,585
$17.99Sephiria
Jul 31 · TEAM HORAY
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Roguelike
Save Bunnyville from a doomed fate: a top-down action/RPG roguelite from the makers of Dungreed. Explore the depths of the tower, collect and upgrade artifacts, and defeat hordes of demons to keep your village safe.
Action RoguelikeRogueliteRoguelikeCo-opPixel GraphicsInventory ManagementActionRPGCombatCute👍 11,674
FreeOtherworld Legends
Oct 30 · ChillyRoom
Both: Roguelike · Pixel Graphics · Hack and Slash
A "blood-pumping, face-bashing" roguelike brawler. Master heroes of your choice, craft uniquely broken builds, and hack & pummel through a myriad of dungeons in a thrilling rampage.
Co-opRPGActionRoguelikePixel GraphicsMultiplayerIndieHack and SlashRogueliteMetroidvania👍 869
$24.99Mortal Sin
Aug 29 · Nikola Todorovic
Both: Action Roguelike · Hack and Slash · Roguelite
Mortal Sin is a chaotic, blood-soaked roguelike where skill is power, and overconfidence is death. Carve through procedurally generated nightmares with brutal melee and flashy, satisfying combos.
First-PersonAction RoguelikeDungeon CrawlerHack and SlashRPGIndieActionDark FantasyRogueliteProcedural Generation👍 5,583
$29.99The Rogue Prince of Persia
Aug 20 · Evil Empire
Both: Roguelite · Action Roguelike · Replay Value
In this challenging, fast-paced roguelite, every death is a unique chance to rewrite fate, save Persia or die trying. Master fluid, acrobatic combat and parkour as you explore your kingdom to right your wrongs!
RogueliteAction RoguelikeActionParkourReplay ValuePlatformerRoguelikeAction-AdventureCartoonyAtmospheric👍 2,408
$24.99Astral Ascent
Nov 14 · Hibernian Workshop
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Hack and Slash
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.
Action RoguelikeRogueliteHack and SlashIndieAtmosphericReplay ValueDifficultStory RichAnimeHand-drawn👍 5,410
$11.99Crafty Survivors
May 16 · Flannel Bear Games
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Roguelike
All heroes got corrupted! Unlock a diverse cast of crafty professionals, use their unique skills, create your own builds and defend your home by eliminating hordes of monsters. Gather materials, rebuild your village and craft your way to the origin of this malignous curse!
Action RPGAction RoguelikeRogueliteRoguelikeBullet HeavenBullet HellCraftingPixel GraphicsControllerSingleplayer👍 712
$11.997th Domain:Tree of Chaos
Aug 16 · Lightimpact
Both: Action Roguelike · Pixel Graphics · Metroidvania
"7th Domain" is a horizontal version action game derived from Roguelike Metroidvania combined with treasure grinding gameplay. You will play a child of destiny who repairs the world and finds the truth of the broken world. You will grow in battle and challenge the unknown and hidden forces.
RPGActionDark FantasyAction RoguelikePixel GraphicsMetroidvaniaMagicCombatHack and SlashIndie👍 414
$6.99Death Must Die
Nov 14 · Realm Archive
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Pixel Graphics
Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.
Early AccessAction RoguelikeBullet HellRoguelitePixel GraphicsRPGBullet HeavenHack and SlashAction2D👍 20,940
-25%$9.74Dead Weight
Jul 16 · Klukva Games
Both: Replay Value · Pixel Graphics · Roguelike
Face the Ancient Gods! Set the sails of your flying pirate ship and embark on a roguelite adventure in the steampunk world of Dead Weight. Explore floating islands in search of loot. Choose a class and enjoy turn-based tactical combat on tiny battlefields where every step matters.
Turn-Based CombatStrategyRPGReplay ValuePixel GraphicsTurn-BasedTurn-Based StrategyTacticalRoguelikeAdventure👍 583
$27.99The Last Faith
Nov 15 · Kumi Souls Games
Both: Metroidvania · Souls-like · Pixel Graphics
Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.
MetroidvaniaSouls-likePixel GraphicsDark FantasyViolentGothic2DGoreActionVampires👍 4,667
$8.99Skybreakers
Nov 15 · Bingo Studio
Both: Action Roguelike · Hack and Slash · Roguelike
Skybreakers is an action roguelike thriller. Choose from various characters, arm yourself with a vast array of weapons, and create your own unique build by combining artifacts, random talents, abilities, and bonds. Plunge into exhilarating combat and use unique abilities to defeat the evil.
Bullet HellAction RoguelikeHack and SlashSurvivalBeat 'em upWuxiaRoguelikeRogueliteControllerAdventure👍 629
$17.99Oblivion Override
Jan 24 · Humble Mill
Both: Action Roguelike · Hack and Slash · Roguelike
An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...
Action RoguelikeHack and SlashSide ScrollerRobotsNinjaRoguelikePerma DeathRogueliteAction2D👍 1,693
-66%$6.79Spiritfall
Feb 28 · Gentle Giant
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Hack and Slash
Spiritfall is a fast-paced Action Roguelite with combat inspired by Platform Fighters. Slash, smash, launch, and wall-splat a multitude of enemies using an ever-changing arsenal of divine powers.
Action Roguelike2D Fighter2D PlatformerRogueliteHack and SlashRoguelikeDifficultPlatformerRPG2D👍 1,844
$9.99Never Mourn
May 13 · Primal Seed
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Roguelike
Explore the world of Never Mourn in this rogue-lite action adventure. Death is never the end, merely the beginning of your next adventure. Use ancient necromantic magics to raise an army of undead daemons and do battle to close the rifts of Never Mourn.
Early AccessCombatSingleplayerAction RoguelikeRogueliteThird PersonRoguelikeAction-AdventurePvE3D👍 330
$19.99Heroes of Hammerwatch II
Jan 14 · Crackshell
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelike · Roguelite
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
RPGAction RoguelikeAction RPGActionDungeon CrawlerRoguelikeRogueliteAdventurePixel GraphicsProcedural Generation👍 5,807
$9.99Pathogenic
Jul 16 · Aberrant Labs
Both: Roguelike · Action Roguelike
You are a disease. Infect the human body as a lone pathogen in this cellular roguelike shooter. Collect organelles to evolve your parasite in a microscopic arms race against your host's immune system. Conquer a beautiful, procedurally generated world of tiny proportions.
RoguelikeBullet HellTop-Down ShooterLocal Co-OpBullet HeavenAction RoguelikeDifficultDungeon CrawlerShooterCharacter Customization👍 4,186
-55%$4.49Tyrant's Realm
Jan 16 · Team Tyrant
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Souls-like
Tyrant's Realm is a roguelite action-adventure inspired by classic PS1 visuals. Explore procedurally generated dark fantasy worlds, battling through dangers that evolve with each run. Death is not the end, as the night is still young.
RPG1990'sRetroAction RoguelikeDark Fantasy3DMedievalRogueliteSouls-likeProcedural Generation👍 1,038
-20%$19.99Realm of Ink
May 26 · Leap Studio
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Hack and Slash
Realm of Ink is an Ink-style action Roguelite game. While pursuing the Fox Demon, the swordswoman Red, unexpectedly finds that her life is dictated by the 'destiny' within the world of the book. Only by breaking free can she unveil the truth of her existence and challenge the constraints of fate.
Action RoguelikeStylizedRogueliteMartial ArtsHack and SlashFemale ProtagonistAction RPGColorfulRoguelikeAction-Adventure👍 5,013
$7.99Swarm Grinder
Apr 22 · Last Bite Games
Both: Roguelike · Roguelite · Action Roguelike
An action roguelite game with alien swarms and mechs. Battle enemies to make your way through a mass of spreading and evolving cells hosting dormant enemies. Collect a variety of game-changing skills and upgrades to create unique builds.
RoguelikeRogueliteAction RoguelikeBullet HellMechsProcedural Generation2DPixel GraphicsControllerAction RPG👍 1,164
$9.99Hollow Survivors
Apr 10 · Danny Deer
Both: Roguelite · Action Roguelike · Hack and Slash
Battle through hordes of horrific creatures as you hack and slash your way to the top of the Tower in this rogue-like dungeon crawler game. Choose from a variety of upgrades and weapons, and save the Tower.
Bullet HellRogueliteAction RoguelikeHack and SlashStory RichDungeon CrawlerRPGPixel GraphicsDifficultAction RPG👍 177
$9.25Mirror of Heaven
Jun 1 · EnjoyPlay Ltd
Both: Roguelite · Action Roguelike · Hack and Slash
The Qi has awakened demons, they wreak havoc on our world. You traverse ancient realms with the aid of the "Kunlun Mirror," embarking on a journey of cultivation and acension to gods.
RogueliteAction RoguelikeBeat 'em upAction-AdventureHack and SlashActionDungeon CrawlerMartial ArtsRoguelikeMythology👍 995
-50%$2.49What the Fog
May 14 · Behaviour Interactive Inc.
Both: Roguelite · Action Roguelike · Roguelike
What the Fog?! You’ve been sucked into a cursed boardgame! Now you and a friend will need to work together to survive. Run, jump, dash, and shoot to escape swarms of angry monsters in this chaotic co-op roguelite from the world of Dead by Daylight.
RogueliteCartoonyCo-opAction RoguelikeFantasyRoguelike3D PlatformerCuteOnline Co-OpThird Person👍 264
$4.99Gunbot Diplomacy
May 13 · Sleepy Sentry
Both: Roguelike · Replay Value · Roguelite
Splatter slimes, massacre mutants, and assemble your perfect Gunbot! Survive hordes of enemies in this top-down shooter roguelite by customizing your weapons on the unique upgrade grid, and pick from a wide variety of build-defining modules and wacky base bots for a new experience every run.
Bullet HeavenBullet HellRoguelikeReplay ValueRogueliteHex GridArena ShooterAction RoguelikeActionGun Customization👍 186
$2.99Twilight Survivors
Apr 1 · DORIDORI STUDIO
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Roguelike
A time-limited survival game infused with rogue-lite elements and an adorable art style! The world has plunged into darkness, and you are its sole beacon of hope. Will you endure until dawn, or succumb to repeated deaths in your quest? Fear not, for you can collect more coins to arm yourself!
Action RoguelikeBullet HellShoot 'Em UpIndieAction RPGRogueliteCombatSingleplayerActionRoguelike👍 1,071
-50%$7.49ENDLESS Dungeon™ - Definitive Edition
Oct 19 · AMPLITUDE Studios
Both: Roguelike · Roguelite · Action Roguelike
ENDLESS Dungeon™ is a Rogue-lite Tactical Action game, set in the award-winning ENDLESS Universe™. Recruit a team of shipwrecked heroes, plunge into a long-abandoned space station, and protect your crystal against never-ending waves of monsters… or die trying, get reloaded, and try again.
ActionTower DefenseDungeon CrawlerRoguelikeStrategyAction RPGRogueliteAction RoguelikeTwin Stick ShooterMystery Dungeon👍 2,953
-75%$1.24Necroking
Sep 4 · KORO.GAMES
Both: Roguelite · Pixel Graphics · Roguelike
Necroking is a turn-based tactics roguelite with vast deckbuilding. You play as a Master of Necromancy. Build your skulls deck, raise skeletons and other scum to defeat settlements desecrated by life.
Turn-Based TacticsRogueliteDeckbuildingCard GamePixel GraphicsRoguelike DeckbuilderProcedural GenerationTacticalRoguelikeAdventure👍 858
$19.99Diabotical Rogue
Jun 4 · GD Studio Inc
Both: Action Roguelike · Roguelite · Roguelike
Welcome to our online first-person shooter that combines fast-paced combat and roguelike upgrades. Choose from 4 base suits each with their unique flair. Improvise. Adapt. Overcome your opponents and teammates alike.
FPSAction RoguelikeActionPvPRogueliteEarly AccessShooterRoguelike3DFamily Friendly👍 442
-80%$3.39The Unliving
Oct 26 · RocketBrush Games
Both: Hack and Slash · Action Roguelike
Raise the dead as a fearsome Necromancer in the dark world of The Unliving! Lead your undead armies into the endless fight in this rogue-lite action RPG game. Burn cities to ash with devastating magic spells, slay epic bosses and turn your enemies into morbid servants.
RPGActionSingleplayerAdventureZombiesHack and SlashVillain ProtagonistDungeon CrawlerAction RoguelikePerma Death👍 762
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Both: Action Roguelike · Replay Value · Pixel Graphics
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$19.99Void War
Jun 2 · Tundra
Both: Roguelite · Replay Value · Roguelike
Command an ancient starship and fight your way to the heart of a dying Empire. Fend off attacks from demented cultists, craven space pirates, and xenophobic Imperial soldiers. Discover powerful artifacts and use them to build your ship into a fearsome war engine.
SpaceRoguelitePerma DeathChoices MatterStrategyDifficultReplay ValueRoguelikeResource ManagementReal-Time with Pause👍 3,661
-40%$4.79Undead West
Dec 9 · Deathless Games
Both: Roguelike · Action Roguelike · Pixel Graphics
A western themed roguelite bullet hell where the player uses an array of weapons, whiskey infusions and buffs gained from defeating bosses to complete each stage.
Bullet HellRoguelikeAdventureAction RoguelikePixel GraphicsActionRogueliteSingleplayerTop-Down2D
