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BUILD, EXPLORE, SURVIVEStep into a dark fantasy sandbox where every decision shapes your settlement and the world around it. Lead your people directly in a breathing open world, balancing exploration, combat, and survival as you carve out your place in a hostile land. Engage with rival settlements through trade, diplomacy, or conflict, while venturing into dangerous regions filled with powerful e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Impurity.

A tower defense rogue-lite where the battlefield is yours to shape. An ancient evil has awakened, and the Blight is spreading across the land. As a Guardian of the Arcanum, you wield the only weapon capable of pushing it back. In a desperate last stand, defend the realm by building towers, casting powerful spells, reshaping the terrain, and stop the Blight at its source. Reshape the Battlefie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stop the Blight.

Ascend the Tower. Shape Your Fate. Defy Edroseph.Edroseph’s Tower is a turn-based dark fantasy roguelike where every decision matters. Climb a constantly shifting tower, build powerful synergies, and face brutal encounters in a world that adapts to your choices. No two runs are ever the same — and not every path leads to survival. A Tower That Evolves With You / map / rooms] The Tower is no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Edroseph's Tower.

Wandering Monolith is a Roguelike, Tower Defense game with Deckbuilding elements. Each playthrough is divided into these stages: Summon your towers - Strategically place your towers on the battlefield. Expand board - Watch as the board grows and changes with every decision you make. Defend your core - Protect your core at all costs from invading enemies. Pick your upgrade - Choose… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wandering Monolith: Rogue TD.

ATTENTION: This is a hardcore game where awareness and independent decision-making are essential.You choose what to research and how to progress. There’s no single “correct” path—experiment, try different strategies, learn from mistakes, and develop your own tactics. A grim strategy game that combines base building, defending against enemy waves, and exploring a star map filled with missions, eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tin Lord.

Verfall: A Dark and Strategic RPGThe world of Verfall is in ruins. The "Servants of Corrosion" have been unleashed, and now it's a race against time to save what remains. Heroes marked by the "Mark" carry the burden of a curse and must unite, facing the challenge with the few resources available. Traditional power-ups are not an option — every battle must be fought with what yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Verfall.

The Continent has fallen. The Invasion is here. The great city of Belrak is the world’s last hope. The Gate Must Stand is a medieval fantasy roguelike tower defense game that puts you in the thick of the action! Choose your valiant warrior, recruit your allies, upgrade their skills, and discover powerful synergies to hold the last three lines of defense.  Remember: heroes can fall, but the gat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Gate Must Stand.

For ages, the Wall has protected the last remnants of humanity from the horrors beyond. Now, cracks have formed — and through them, the Abyss is spilling into our world. You are a Guardian — one of the few brave enough to venture beyond the Wall, where nightmares roam free. Fight side by side with your allies, slay what lurks in the dark, and push back the endless tide before all is lost. Mast… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guardians of the Wall.

NETHERWYN Enter the cursed lands of Netherwyn, a world buckling under plague and shadow. In this action roguelike RPG, you and your allies band together against relentless horrors while mastering the unique abilities of your heroes. Each run brings new challenges with procedurally generated levels, permadeath, and ever-shifting loot that demands constant adaptation. Gather your party in the Inn,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Netherwyn.

Build by Day. Survive by Night.Awakening of Darkness is a 2D top-down survival strategy game that combines city building, tower defense, and roguelike elements into a tense and immersive experience. During the day, gather resources, build your village, and prepare your defenses. When night falls, waves of terrifying creatures rise from the darkness — and only your planning will keep you alive. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awakening of Darkness: Build, Survive and Defend.

You are the Grove Keeper — an ancient forest deity awakened to defend the last wild lands from human expansion. In a medieval world being stripped bare by human greed, loggers, poachers, and invading armies push ever deeper into the forest. To stop them, you must awaken the land itself. Grow forests, restore wildlife, and command powerful guardians as you fight back in a strategic battle for surv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grove Keeper.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

Venture into the fallen kingdoms and adventure in this roguelike deckbuilding game that combines strategic card combat with randomly generated levels. As a hero on a quest to save the animal kingdom, you must navigate through ever-changing regions filled with danger and treasures. With 10 distinct classes, each offering a unique playstyle and a vast array of cards, you'll have countless strat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demon's Bane.

About Midnight Horde:Midnight Horde is a gothic horror action rogue-lite that flips the traditional bullet hell formula with intense, vertical parkour mechanics. Set in a medieval European city during the early 1900, you’ll scale towering castles, leap across rooftops, and dive into the fray against hordes of twisted enemies. With every attempt, grow stronger, unlock new abilities, and push back a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Horde.

STAND: Sins of the Immortals is a brutal hack and slash action game set in a corrupted realm overrun by darkness. Choose one of three cursed immortals: Tank, Archer, or Samurai, and carve your path through relentless waves of enemies. Fight solo, supported by your two fixed companions, each with their own combat style and abilities, delivering the feel of a full team even when playing alone. Onlin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STAND: Sins of the Immortals.

Invasion, Tales of Tower Defense Embark on an epic journey into the ever-evolving realm of strategic warfare with "Invasion, Tales of Tower Defense." Brace yourself for an adrenaline-pumping experience in this procedurally generated masterpiece that offers an infinite universe of maps, levels, and tower upgrades. Key Features: Limitless Exploration: Immerse yourself in a dynamic worl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invasion, Tales of Tower Defense.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding

88% User Score Based on 40 reviews

You are a mote of light shining in the dark. You are also the only thing standing in the way of the approaching darkness. There are no phases or waves in Everwarder - there's you, your units, and a procedurally-generated world with unique challenges for each run. How long will you last until you're snuffed out and forced to return to limbo? Tower defense like no otherEvery run starts with your cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Everwarder.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

85% User Score Based on 211 reviews

You! the most outstanding pioneer who graduated from this kingdom, are finally about to embark on your legendary journey. Construct towns across various levels to fend off waves of attacks from diverse enemies until you establish a firm footing and complete your exploration! Build your own mini town Expand progressively on the barren map, construct a complete town, and uncover rarer buildings an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Border Pioneer.

Shadows of Wyrmwood is a roguelike adventure RPG. Use spells, swords, and strategy to defeat every corrupted foe. Travel across four procedurally generated maps that grow harder with every encounter. With each victory, you obtain new armor, weapons, and spells from defeated enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows of Wyrmwood.

Master the Art of Card FusionDala and the Cursed Forest is a dark fantasy roguelike deckbuilder built around transformation through fusion. Combine cards to generate Cells, unlock new forms, and redefine your entire build mid-run. Every fusion decision alters your strategy,  shaping your playstyle, strengths, and risks in real time. This is not just deckbuilding. This is evolution. Transfor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dala and the Cursed Forest.

『HeroesSagaZero』 combines 2.5D battles with pixel art characters and elements of roguelite, loot-driven item collection, and class-based RPG systems. Form your party freely and take on a variety of worlds in this single-player roguelite RPG. In free-position battles, make full use of skills and strategic placement to wipe out your enemies! Freely customizable equipment, stats, and skill syste… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HeroesSagaZero.

The crystal must endure. The horde will not relent. MageGuard Tower is a roguelike tower defense game where thousands of monsters surge across the battlefield, colliding and clawing their way toward your crystal. These enemies are driven by physics, shoving through tight chokepoints, scaling past obstacles, and shoving one another in their relentless advance. Procedurally generated maps and rand… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MageGuard Tower.

Scavenge for valuable loot as Zombiehood puts your survival instincts to the test. Master a constantly shifting arsenal of weapons, gear, artifacts, and limited ammo while fending off relentless waves of increasingly powerful undead. INTENSE COMBATCombat in Zombiehood is deceptively deep. Enemies have weak points, armor, and resistances, pushing you to adapt your tactics with different weapon typ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombiehood.

You are the last force standing between the encroaching Last Season and what remains of this world. Build your perfect deck, master synergies, and fight back against the encroaching Last Season. Choose your Warden and channel their unique rune stone deck to stand against unholy creatures threatening the last remnants of the world. Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter - each season carries its own… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solnox - Grimoire of Seasons.

Zombie Epoch: Deck Apocalypse is a post-apocalyptic survival game that blends dungeon exploration with card-based strategy. As a survivor, you must venture into perilous ruins, scavenge scarce resources, build a powerful deck, and enhance your abilities to withstand relentless zombie hordes. Every expedition is a battle for survival, you must carefully choose your path, manage resources wisely, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Epoch:Deck Apocalypse.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

96% User Score Based on 1,303 reviews

Defend Your Garden From the Goblin Horde Use your gnomes to defend your crops from the goblins on a map that expands every day. Use your turn to position your gnomes, prepare your defenses and grow your economy. Test your strategy against endless, procedurally generated encounters and survive long enough to face the goblin king. Every run in Gnomes is one of a kind and is created using a caref… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gnomes.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

86% User Score Based on 1,486 reviews

Build a city and defend it in this Tower Defense game blending Roguelite mechanics with turn-based building Strategy. Choose your hero, utilize synergistic tower upgrades, and face epic battles in procedurally generated landscapes. Nordhold is a tower defense game for strategy enthusiasts who crave high replayability through endless combinations. Build and manage a cozy medieval Nordic village wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nordhold.

Check us out on Steam! What it is: Defender's of Cardom is a deckbuilding, tower defense game focus around creating synergies to defend against waves of enemies! With dozens cards in the game for you to use, ranging from spells, heroes, or upgrades. Each level has its own, unique, handcrafted waves and map, and ranges in difficulty from "tutorial" to "too hard for playtesters to beat".   Ad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defenders of Cardom.

Step into the lost world of Highreach, a once-great continent now fractured and floating under a veil of ancient, dangerous magic that alters the very fabric of reality. Explore this forgotten realm, where survival meets strategy, engage in combat, crafting, and watch as your camp evolves into a thriving settlement. Along the way, you'll meet companions with unique stories, manage your grow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Highreach.

In a world full of wild islands, your goal is to build, expand, and survive. Start with a small village, organize your people, and explore new lands while facing hostile creatures, fighting for territory, and trying to survive in an always unpredictable environment. Each island can bring something new: valuable resources, different enemies, or groups you may choose to ally with. Between explora… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Windowed Realms.

The realm’s surface is cursed by demons. While you are exploring, you discover some sort of crown. As you pick it up, the ground begins to tremble and the surface starts to rise. You find yourself on a massive, floating keep... Castle Away is a roguelite autobattle castle builder, where you scavenge for goods, slay monsters, and enhance your keep. Adapt your castle's layout to the materials yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Away.

You are the last guardian and the last hope of your people, and the dark forces are spreading fast! Strengthen your hero with character traits, abilities, and items. Create a new powerful build during each run. Engage in a fun, fast-paced combat where precision and quick reflexes are key. Master and unleash powerful magic to dominate the battlefield! Strategically position and rotate item… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backpack Guardian.

Soul Tides is a dark-fantasy tug-of-war strategy game where players summon armies, build shrines, and push the battlefield toward their enemy’s stronghold. Inspired by the legendary Warcraft III custom map era, Soul Tides brings the classic tug-of-war strategy formula into a modern standalone game. ⚔️ Features ⚔️⚖️ Tug-of-War Combat – Deploy minions that fight automatically, pushing the frontlin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soul Tides.

Survive the Digital Eclipse. Reclaim a Future Lost to Machines.Hello! I'm a solo developer, and this game has been my passion project for the past few years. Digital Eclipse: Cyberpunk Survivor is a fast-paced, co-op looter shooter set in a dystopian future where rogue AI controls the ruins of a once-great city. Built with care and a love for chaotic action, this game challenges you and your frie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Digital Eclipse: Cyberpunk Survivor.

Your team is gone, wiped out the moment you entered this mysterious silicon-based realm. Now, it’s up to you to find your way home, alone. Harness the power of your Nanobot technology to stay alive, no matter the odds. Their energy is finite, so gather resources so that they can enhance your equipment, weapons, and even your abilities. Define your own unique survival strategy against relentless … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Wave.

AlcheMice is a tactical roguelike deckbuilder where every decision matters, every card shapes your fate, and every run tells a different story. You will play as Tycoh, a young apprentice alchemist cursed by the wicked Gusparda, a witch who controls time through her cursed tarot cards. With her dubious gift, you will run through countless dungeons stretching across the streets of Gran-Adah and the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AlcheMice.

Unknown Darkness is a story-driven tactical RPG blending turn-based combat, deck-building, and roguelite progression inside a world inspired by Lovecraftian cosmic horror. As the commander of a covert agency formed after WWI, you must investigate otherworldly threats, manage your operatives, and hold humanity together as the Chaos Meter rises. SHAPE YOUR OWN PLAYSTYLECreate unique squads and send… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unknown Darkness.

Day night cycle strategy gameBuild during the day, fight at night - defend your territory with your mind and swords! 【Building strategy】 During the day, players need to construct and upgrade buildings, allocate resources to develop the economy, and deploy soldiers to establish defenses. ⚔️【Battle Control】 At night, players need to control the lords and command the soldiers to participate in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sunbreak War.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

95% User Score Based on 56 reviews

The prologue will be a small slice of the full game Crystal guardians is a rogue-like tower defense game where you need to defend your base crystal on an expanding procedural generated battlefield. Gain a strategic advantage using the many towers + crystal combinations and unique item combinations stored in those towers. Make use of the expanding battlefield by placing towers on strategic positio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Guardians Prologue.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Embark on a strategic adventure in the mystical medieval world of Beyond The Walls, a 3D tower defense game that challenges you to master elemental warfare and town management. Unique Elemental Defense System At the core of Beyond The Walls, lies a distinctive elemental tower system featuring six core elements. Start with a single element and strategically integrate others as you upgrade your tow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond The Walls.

Remaining Kingdom is a dark fantasy roguelike that fuses deckbuilding, real-time card combat, and tower defense into a single run-based experience. Choose a fallen Lord and fight through a ruined world where every act, battle, relic, and event pushes your build in a different direction. Summon units, cast spells in real time, adapt to shifting encounters, and shape your strategy through cards, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Remaining Kingdom.

Awaken as a fledgling mage in Elyndorh — a mystical land of magic and strategy, where survival depends on cunning, skill, and mastery of arcane forces. Alone at first, you must gather resources, unlock abilities, and command armies to thrive in a world full of danger, rival mages, and mythical creatures. Every choice matters — from which resources you harvest to how you deploy your units in battle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elyndorh.

Odds Chronicles is a tactical roguelite RPG where dice-driven unpredictability meets precise strategy. Play as Evryn, a former royal bodyguard whose kingdom has fallen, and unlock more unique heroes during your journey, each with their own starting abilities and personalized dice loadouts. Click to roll or throw the dice yourself, then use every face like a weapon. Generate resources -Strength… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Odds Chronicles.

Gameplay OverviewSkeleton Arena is a roguelite dungeon crawler where you battle through waves of undead in procedurally generated arenas. Choose a new warrior after every death and fight to keep the cursed portal from overwhelming your fort. Master Tactical CombatCombat is fast, reactive, and rewards timing and positioning. Use light and heavy attacks to create custom combos and break enemy def… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skeleton Arena.

Fall into the world of Wild Sky, a survival-crafting adventure where magical creatures called Guardians are your greatest allies. Sail through the skies on your trusty airship and explore a massive world; discover unique floating biomes teeming with life, hidden treasures, and dangerous beasts to conquer.  Explore solo or play cooperatively with friends as you build everything from cozy cottage… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guardians of the Wild Sky.

COMBAT IN THE SHADOW Prepare your army for constant threats. Monsters emerge from the darkness, attacking the village periodically. Expansion is fraught with danger, monsters lurk beyond the light. ILLUMINATING DARKNESS Building and movement are confined to the areas lit by lanterns. Expand your base with new lanterns, but ensure you have enough wood to keep them burning. MASTERFUL BASE-BUILDI… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lanternia.

In medieval Europe, sins give rise to demonic amalgamations. Heresy and fear slowly consume the entire realm. As Grandmaster of a knightly order, you are called to lead a crusade against this unholy menace. Gather your Brothers, strengthen your camp, and confront the Archdemons in fierce battles to reclaim the land from darkness. Band of Crusaders immerses you in a dark medieval fantasy where you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Band of Crusaders.

About This Game Welcome to Epic Survivors, a thrilling, fast-paced action roguelite where you'll face endless swarms of thousands of simultaneous enemies (end-game). Choose your hero from a diverse roster, each armed with a unique primary weapon and two powerful active abilities. Collect and strategically combine up to five additional random weapons each run to create devastating synergies and do… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epic Survivors.

Build an empire, founding its villages and cities. Every kingdom started with a single bonfire, and RAEV allows you to create your own thriving civilization across a sprawling continent. Craft interwoven cityscapes, inspire your people, and build a kingdom to forge your path to greatness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability

100% User Score Based on 4 reviews

Tale of Souls is a roguelike deckbuilder set in a dark fantasy world. Journey through the randomly generated Duskian Kingdom, where every decision shapes your fate. Build your deck with powerful cards, face unique challenges, and navigate a war-torn land filled with mystery and danger. Will you master your cursed powers and complete your mission before the curse consumes you? You are a curse-bor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tale of Souls.

GET YOUR KEY - JOIN THE PLAYTESTGet your key by visiting (or click on the link on the information panel on the right). Join the Playtest, get Legacy Points, and share your feedback!  About the Game Dive into a thrilling top-down Action RPG where epic battles, strategic gameplay, and dynamic environments come together to create a constant stream of emergent experiences. Whether you’re team… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vaultbreakers.