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Games like Spiral to Despair

Games like Spiral to Despair

Games like Spiral to Despair

Looking for games like Spiral to Despair? Here are top role playing recommendations with a horror, fantasy, mystery, thriller and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Hellslave, 9 Layers of Hell or Slayer: The Demon Haunted World.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 1,143 reviews

    Prevent demon’s horde from unleashing hell on this world in this dark fantasy Dungeon Crawler. Fight fire with fire, make a deal with the Devil and choose which demon to worship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hellslave.

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  2. Carve through thousands of demons on your way down the nine layers of Hell. Combine your own spells, chase legendaries that rewrite your build and craft the perfect gear between waves. A horde survivor with the loot of an action RPG. How deep can you go? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 9 Layers of Hell.

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  3. The time of glory has passed, and a new era has begun. Historian called this era "The time of ash and dust" A Slayer Enter the tower to save the world If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slayer: The Demon Haunted World.

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  4. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Tale of Dark Lands - a magical fantasy action RPG with an elegant low-poly style and the charm of a timeless fairy tale. Immerse yourself in a world of mysteries, perils, and glorious adventures! A story full of secrets and challenges. The main hero is a brave mercenary hired by the residents of a small village to defend them against fierce goblin raids. But what begins as a simple job turns into … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tale of Dark Lands.

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  5. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    [Media 14347491] BattleJuice Alchemist is a singleplayer RPG combining classic top-down combat with third person bullet time. Explore the gloomy wilderness, learn ritual magic, solve riddles,... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BattleJuice Alchemist.

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  6. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Seven Deadly Sins. Have you heard about the 8th? Delve into madness in Sin Slayers, a challenging RPG Roguelite where you decide how much sin to bear as you transform the world. Assemble a party of wicked adventurers, kill, and pillage to drive off a gluttonous nightmare in turn-based battle If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sin Slayers: Reign of The 8th.

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  7. 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.

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  8. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 2,466 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Ring of Pain is a roguelike card game in a world distorted by your mind... - Frail and fragile bear the curse, through the shadow you traverse - Darkness favours cunning few, stare too long and be consumed... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ring of Pain.

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  9. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 29,778 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

    The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loop Hero.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    94% User Score Based on 4,792 reviews

    In One Way Heroics, you take on the role of an intrepid adventurer who must travel across the land and face the Demon Lord before a mysterious shadow engulfs everything. Darkness always approaches from the left, and with each movement or action you take, the void creeps ever closer. Forced to run right, you'll encounter any number of monsters, allies, thieves and shops on your desperate journey t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Way Heroics.

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  11. A perilous quest to the Demon Lord's castle, where one mistake means death. Conquer foes using 4 heroes—Bloodslayer, IronGuard, GrandMage, SwiftHealer—and 8-slot card synergies. No fast reflexes required. Only your meticulous deck building and health management will save you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Across the Dark.

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  13. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    62% User Score Based on 101 reviews

    You’re held prisoner by the hideous Lich, who captured you during his expansion wars and locked you up for eternity in his fortress with the other outcasts. With no name, no past, and left to rot in a place of death and damnation, you have one goal: survive... and escape. Advance through different rooms in this horrific citadel, face the enemies that block your way, and keep on your path toward an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fortress.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    65% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    Voidsayer is a dark monster-taming jRPG, set in a world cursed by the Abyss. As its malevolent influence spreads and consumes the world, take on the role of a valiant warrior and fight back using over one hundred types of powerful tameable monsters. Refine their power with gear, special effects, and of course, evolve them into higher classes of monsters. Cross a vast interconnected world full of c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voidsayer.

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  15. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 485 reviews

    Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact in unexpected ways. You must be clever with your build if you hope to pierce the mysteries and dangers of the Necrovale, where a thousand generations of miscreants and criminals have been banished. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Into the Necrovale.

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  16. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 62,868 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 9 reviews

    The Ancestral Edition includes the Darkest Dungeon core game plus the following content packs: The Crimson Court, The Shieldbreaker and The Color of Madness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkest Dungeon.

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  17. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    88% User Score Based on 4,631 reviews

    Deckbuilding comes to life in Hand of Fate! An infinitely replayable series of quests - earn new cards, build your deck, then try to defeat it! In a cabin at the end of the world, the game of life and death is played. Draw your cards, play your hand, and discover your fate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hand of Fate.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 592 reviews

    Devil Spire is a hardcore first-person pseudo-3D roguelite action RPG dungeon crawler stylized after retro PC games, developed by a guy and his bros while locked in quarantine. Inspired by classics like King's Field and Heretic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Devil Spire.

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  19. Guardians of the Wall is a co-op action RPG where players fight through hordes and bosses beyond humanity’s last fortress. Fast hack-and-slash combat, unique heroes, and dynamic progression await. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guardians of the Wall.

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  20. Void Dungeon brings you a 2D Action RPG with intense hack & slash combat, deep character options, and unyielding enemies, which you can face solo or with up to 4 friends. Oh, and quirky costumes. Because it’s better to look good when the void consumes you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Dungeon.

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  21. Slay The Crown is a fast-paced Action roguelite combined with elements of deckbuilding. Embark on a perilous journey into Hell, uncovering powerful relics, mastering unique champions, and facing challenges that evolve with time. Will you conquer the darkness or be consumed by it? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slay The Crown.

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  22. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    A stylish roguelike action RPG set in a dreamworld! Join Lily on a mysterious journey to save her sister trapped in a nightmare. Hunt down endless waves of nightmare creatures, clear stages, and conquer the abyss with powerful skills and beautiful characters! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dream Abyss: Survivors.

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  23. Choose your battles. Earn your power. Conquer the arena. Arena II is a fantasy battle game where you test your might in a series of escalating arena challenges. Grow stronger with every victory — by leveling up, buying better weapons and armor, and facing off against increasingly formidable foes. Along the way, discover hidden arenas, mysterious artifacts, and mythical creatures that change the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arena II.

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  24. Hand-drawn monster collector where every creature lost might be gone forever. Explore four unique planes and train 200+ mana creatures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Sky Project: Land of Noris.

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  25. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Build the perfect deck, draw the perfect hand, and strike down your enemies with pairs and straights. Heroes of Magic & Cards is a roguelike deckbuilder with a poker twist, sending you and your fifty-two into a mystical fantasy world of monsters and magecraft! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heroes of Magic & Cards.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 115 reviews

    Lead. Adapt. Survive. Step into Valor of Man, a turn-based roguelite RPG set in a world torn by ruin and revelation. Build your party of four champions from 12 unique hero classes, each with distinct roles and playstyles. Master the art of synergy as you discover and combine over 700 abilities, items, and game-changing artifacts. Forge your strategy and prepare for the trials ahead. A Journey Forg… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Valor of Man.

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  27. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    94% User Score Based on 65 reviews

    The Tactical Rpg Going Full Goblin Mode!In Gobs and Gods, you freely explore a fantastic world full of magic, wonders and crazy surprises. The bad news: its nicest inhabitants are... Goblins. The good news: they seem to believe you are their God. Hire, equip and level-up a band of goblins to fight and die for you in tactical turn-based battles, while you uncover the secrets of this world, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gobs and Gods.

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  28. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    78% User Score Based on 45 reviews

     A dark turn-based strategy-survival RPG blending retro-futuristic urban fantasy with Slavic folklore. Project Afterfall is a spin-off set in the universe of Thea: The Awakening and Thea 2: The Shattering, a thousand years later in a very different, urban age.  Customise your characters’ gender, class, and race, and recruit NPC allies to explore the wastelands of Thea, rebuild your colony, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Afterfall.

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  29. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    90% User Score Based on 195 reviews

    This is a flexible strategy card game infused with Rogue-lite elements, where every adventure brims with unpredictability. Confronting randomized dungeons, unexpected events, and a multiverse setting, each choice you make will forge a completely unique gaming experience. Build Your Deck , Explore Endless Dungeons! The '1+4' minimalist deck-building system : 1 core card + 4 support cards … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Villages & Dungeons.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    What is Arhaekon? A challenging roguelike, turn-based RPG dungeon crawler set in a grimdark world on the brink of collapse. You lead small bands of units through procedurally generated dungeons, battling corruption and eldritch abominations to save humanity. Is it finished? Yes, Arhaekon left Early Access and is officially released since July 4th 2025. Why play this instead of other similar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arhaekon.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    Welcome to the world ruled over by the demons, where mankind edges on the brink of extinction. Men have paid the price in blood, leaving only the young and the elderly behind. It is up to the women to finally pick up their arms and fight for the sake of those who remains..! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternal Dread 3.

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  35. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 1,089 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 5 reviews

    Withering Rooms is a 2.5D horror adventure set in a procedurally generated Victorian mansion that changes each night. Sneak through Mostyn House to gather weapons, distractions, magical artifacts, keys, and crafting materials. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Withering Rooms.

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  36. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    67% User Score Based on 229 reviews

    Face the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in epic card battles! Cardaclysm: Shards of the Four is a procedurally generated collectible card game mixed with action RPG elements. Collect creature and spell cards throughout your journey and unleash their power if anyone opposes you! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cardaclysm.

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  37. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 3,401 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 15 reviews

    An epic roguelike / lite that combines the best elements of deckbuilding, tactical combat and strategic decision-making. Lead and manage heroes on gruelling missions. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Unravel curses laid upon the lands and defeat the ultimate evil at the heart of it all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gordian Quest.

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  38. Dark Miasma is a time management game with visual novel storytelling and a deck-building twist. You only have a limited amount of time before the town of Galeport is overrun by demons, and it's up to you to decide how to best spend your time in order to become as powerful as possible, while earning the trust of the townsfolk. In Dark Miasma, you take on the role of a new town guard in the small, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Miasma.

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  39. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Ludum Dare 54 Entry Descend Into the Depths Descend into the depths as a greedy dwarf in search of loot and riches in this roguelike dungeon crawler RPG. Each passage presents new challenges as you explore procedurally generated ruins full of enemies to fight and treasures to find.Danger and Reward Await The deeper you go, the greater the rewards, but also the greater the danger. Gather powerful … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dwarf Looter.

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  40. The kingdom of Frostwynd is dying. A dark necromancer has awakened an ancient dragon, and shadow spreads across the land. You are the last hope - a warrior destined to claim the Shadow Crown and end the curse. A love letter to 80s text adventures like Zork and Colossal Cave. Classic parser gameplay meets modern design: auto-saves, mobile support, rich combat. Explore crypts, decode ciphers, sl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shadow Crown - Frostwynd Chronicles.

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  41. Build your roster of Creepy Horrors in this spooky occult creature-collector RPG. Crawl through crypts collecting cursed curios and ingredients, combining them to summon adorable Horrors, wielding them in strategic 3v3 battles against rival sects. The Crypts are calling. Will you answer? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creepy Horrors: Blood Cult 2.

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  42. On a nightmare-devoured continent, players take a thrilling trip of trust and betrayal. Keeping the original classic JRPG turn-based combat, it blends fast-paced twist-packed shuangwen-style storytelling, delivering the ultimate thrill of uncovering truth in fatal fights against mimicking monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 古咒迷途2渊海 lost curse 2 abyssal.

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  43. Dead Spell is an open-world fantasy RPG and simulated MMORPG experience focused on exploration, magic, progression, and adventure. Explore, craft powerful magical spells, complete epic quests, adventure into dangerous dungeons, battle bosses, and discover rare items alongside a living community of virtual players! Simulated MMORPG experience • Experience a world populated by simulated player… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Spell.

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  44. Venture into a dark dungeon where every choice, every roll of the dice, and every strike can mean glory… or death. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tartarus - Dice & Blades.

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  45. Embark on a dark fantasy quest, navigating procedurally generated realms. Master strategic card duels to avenge your mother against the underworld's greatest demon. Experience a blend of magic, strategy, and deep revenge in this ever-evolving adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ameena: Witchborn Duelist.

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  46. "Dungeon Evolution: Nemesis" takes you on an exhilarating journey into a world of dungeon exploration! In this solo electronic tabletop game, you'll face cunning enemies and endless challenges, immersing yourself in a unique adventure. Brave adventurer, the depths of the dungeon hold countless secrets and treasures, but beware, for a deadly nemesis is silently tracking your every move. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Evolution: Nemesis.

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  47. Corrupted Souls – A Souls-like Descent into Betrayal and Flame Face the truth they tried to bury… and awaken the fire they feared. You were once a knight of the realm—silent, loyal, and forgotten. Betrayed by those you bled for, you were cast into the Monster World: a cursed land where humanity’s sins fester in monstrous form. Surrounded by creatures born from rage and wisdom, you wander a broke… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Corrupted Souls.

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  48. Shadow Dungeon is a dark fantasy action RPG featuring a retro-inspired visual style reminiscent of late 1990s role-playing games. Choose your hero and embark on an epic journey through a vast and mysterious world. From eerie and terrifying dungeons to solemn ancient temples, from scorching deserts to haunted ruins filled with restless spirits, and even to places no mortal has ever set foot in — in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Dungeon.

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  49. Grimspire is a 2D pixel-art action game that blends loot farming. Descend into the Abyssal Spire, grind for gear, socket runes to forge Runewords, and stack Affinity Bonds to build your ultimate setup. Extract with your spoils—or risk it all to push one floor deeper. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grimspire.

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  50. The world is being eroded by an evil magical force. The earth is full of horrible creatures that have been eroded. Humanity is forced into a dangerous situation of life and death. You need to assemble a strong team of adventurers, lead them to find the source of this evil magic, purify it, and save the human world. Assemble A Great Adventure Team You can choose your team members from 12 uniq… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Purge.

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