Best Action Roguelike games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated action roguelike games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free action roguelike games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Atomic Picnic
Atomic Picnic is a Roguelike Shooter with Explosive Synergy! Dominate chaotic battles by cutting through swarms of monsters! Team up with friends or take them on solo! Unleash devastating combos by combining and evolving powerful upgrades to conquer The Zone.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate
TMNT Splintered Fate - Unleash the Turtles in a rogue-like quest to rescue Splinter from the Foot Clan! Master ninja skills, unite in bodacious co-op gameplay, and conquer iconic NYC locales.
Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot
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.
Karate Survivor
Become a martial arts master in this survivor-like roguelite inspired by action movies of the ‘80s. Use your fists, feet, and the environment to fight off relentless thugs. Master powerful combos, enhance your skills, and remember: everything around you is a weapon!
Vampire Hunters
To hunt vampires, you'll need guns. Lots of guns. Mow down hordes of undead creatures by stacking your guns into absurd, over-the-top builds. Unleash your firepower and survive the mayhem in this Roguelite Survivors FPS.
Keeper's Toll
Delve into Keeper’s Toll, an action-packed roguelite brimming with challenge and despair. Survive against an onslaught of relentless hordes and grueling bosses with skill-based ARPG gameplay. Embrace the darkness and cleanse these cursed lands.
NIMRODS
Assemble a limitless arsenal in this survive-em-up roguelite shooter. As a Gun Manufacturer's testing force, your mission is simple: test the latest gun tech and scavenge alien planets. Collect insane weapon parts to invent crazy guns that slay thousands. You may not survive, but your guns will!
Windblown
Brave the Vortex and dash your way to greatness in this lightning-fast action roguelite for 1-3 players from the crafters of Dead Cells. Absorb the powers of fallen warriors, rebuild their weapons, and WIPE THE FLOOR with those Sentinels in search of that perfect run!
Dunjungle
A 2d action-packed roguelite about a monkey hero protecting the jungle from the rise of a corruptive power. Explore ever-changing dungeons, fight weird enemies and gear up with lots of weapons and relics you can combine for a new experience every run. Explore, fight, die, and repeat!
Glyphica: Typing Survival
Weaponize your WPM. Glyphica: Typing Survival is a single-player roguelite horde survival typing game that lets you mow down hordes of enemies in a minimalistic arena using your finger dexterity, your choice of weapons loadout, and sheer determination.
Duck Paradox
Shoot bouncing bullets in this roguelike precision platformer killing corrupted ducks while searching for Dr. Paraducks’ beloved pet throughout the multiverse! To return to safety you’ll need to tackle difficult-to-master trials, run after run, earning upgrades, while maintaining your sanity!
Gnomes and Knights
Gnome hunting reaches a new level! Become a mighty knight and plunge into the world of dark fantasy without leaving your home.
Harbinger
Blast, slide, and tear through waves of monsters in Harbinger's retro-inspired combat, a free boomer shooter bringing '90s combat into the modern era. Fight through waves of enemies in brutal arenas and regroup at the tavern to upgrade your arsenal.
Wizard of Legend 2
Face perilous magical trials in the fast-paced rogue-lite follow-up to the acclaimed original, featuring co-op and vibrant new 3D visuals. Master new Arcana and elements, experiment with spell combinations, and become the next Wizard of Legend!
Into the Necrovale
Into the Necrovale is an Action RPG in which you collect powerful items that interact with one another. 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.
Dwarven Realms
Face massive hordes of mobs and unleash chaotic abilities that paint the screen with mayhem. Dive into the largest mob density of any 3D ARPG and slay them all. Wield epic powers, create your build, and shape a world of endless possibilities in the action-packed ARPG experience.
Ravenswatch
Fallen heroes of old folk tales and legends: you are on the verge of a crucial battle against the Nightmare invading and corrupting your world. A roguelike action game from the creators of Curse of the Dead Gods©, playable solo or in online co-op.
Realm of Ink
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.
Halls of Torment
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Nigate Tale
Fight your way through a procedurally generated labyrinthic castle in this rogue-like dungeon crawler, set in a vibrant and colorful anime world. You’re lost in a spiritual realm, but powerful monster girls will help you get back home with new powers and weapons if you bring them the right presents!
Star Survivor
Star Survivor is a space-themed survival game that blends intense deckbuilding strategy. Pilot humanity's last spaceship through the vast galaxy, Unlock powerful weapon combos, collect card modules, and craft unique builds. As the enemy swarms grow denser, will you be the last one standing?Most played action roguelike games on Steam
Take a look at the top action roguelike games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 15th 2025.
1. The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a randomly generated action RPG shooter with heavy Rogue-like elements. Following Isaac on his journey players will find bizarre treasures that change Isaac’s form giving him super human abilities and enabling him to fight off droves of mysterious creatures, discover secrets and fight his way to safety. The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a action roguelike, rogue-like and indie game developed by Nicalis, Inc. and Edmund McMillen and published by Nicalis and Inc.. Released on November 04th 2014 has received 337,547 reviews of which 328,601 were positive and 8,946 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played action roguelike game, thanks to its 29,914 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
328,601
8,946
29,914
players
2. Vampire Survivors
Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Vampire Survivors is a action roguelike, bullet hell and pixel graphics game developed and published by poncle. Released on October 20th 2022 has received 248,453 reviews of which 244,664 were positive and 3,789 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. While seeing 12,801 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among action roguelike games based on player count.
9.7
244,664
3,789
12,801
players
3. Brotato
Brotato is a top-down arena shooter roguelite where you play a potato wielding up to 6 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of aliens. Choose from a variety of traits and items to create unique builds and survive until help arrives. Brotato is a rogue-like, singleplayer and action roguelike game developed and published by Blobfish. Released on June 23rd 2023 has received 95,805 reviews of which 92,641 were positive and 3,164 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 10,513 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among action roguelike games based on player count.
9.5
92,641
3,164
10,513
players
4. Risk of Rain 2
Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing. Risk of Rain 2 is a third-person shooter, action roguelike and multiplayer game developed by Hopoo Games and published by Gearbox Publishing. Released on August 11th 2020 has received 308,852 reviews of which 288,660 were positive and 20,192 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 9,880 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played action roguelike games.
9.3
288,660
20,192
9,880
players
5. The Spell Brigade
Survivors-like with ONLINE CO-OP for 1-4 players. Team up with your wizard friends to slay hordes of dark creatures. Complete team-based objectives, unlock new upgrades and create overpowered spell synergies. Friend nor foe is safe in this friendly fire bullet hell! The Spell Brigade is a action roguelike, online co-op and bullet hell game developed and published by Bolt Blaster Games. Released on September 16th 2024 has received 5,801 reviews of which 5,145 were positive and 656 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 9,767 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played action roguelike games.
8.6
5,145
656
9,767
players
6. Hades
Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre. Hades is a action roguelike, rogue-lite and hack and slash game developed and published by Supergiant Games. Released on September 17th 2020 has received 278,066 reviews of which 273,223 were positive and 4,843 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 4,926 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played action roguelike games.
9.7
273,223
4,843
4,926
players
7. Crime Boss: Rockay City
Crime Boss: Rockay City is a 1-4 player co-op FPS heist game with enjoyable stealth and epic killing spree combat. Featuring a solo roguelike campaign that combines FPS and strategy elements with the most hilariously cheesy voice acting that make you laugh. Crime Boss: Rockay City is a action, shooter and fps game developed by INGAME STUDIOS and published by 505 Games. Released on June 18th 2024 has received 6,050 reviews of which 4,334 were positive and 1,716 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 4,714 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played action roguelike games.
7.0
4,334
1,716
4,714
players
8. Cult of the Lamb
Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland Followers and spread your Word to become the one true cult. Cult of the Lamb is a base-building, cute and action roguelike game developed by Massive Monster and published by Devolver Digital. Released on August 11th 2022 has received 100,667 reviews of which 96,242 were positive and 4,425 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 4,207 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played action roguelike games.
9.4
96,242
4,425
4,207
players
9. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor
DEEP ROCK GALACTIC: SURVIVOR is a single player survivor-like auto-shooter. Take on hordes of lethal aliens, mine riches, and unlock powerful upgrades to survive, as you wield the full arsenal of Deep Rock Galactic. It's one dwarf against all of Planet Hoxxes! Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is a dwarf, action roguelike and bullet hell game developed by Funday Games and published by Ghost Ship Publishing. Released on February 14th 2024 has received 35,499 reviews of which 30,733 were positive and 4,766 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 4,086 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played action roguelike games.
8.5
30,733
4,766
4,086
players
10. Dead Cells
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. Dead Cells is a adventure, action roguelike and pixel graphics game developed and published by Motion Twin. Released on August 06th 2018 has received 166,220 reviews of which 161,389 were positive and 4,831 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 3,983 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played action roguelike games.
9.6
161,389
4,831
3,983
players
Best deals on action roguelike games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of action roguelike games available on Steam right now, updated on April 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted action roguelike games.
1. Dreamscaper
By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT. Dreamscaper is a action roguelike, rogue-lite and action game developed by Afterburner Studios and published by Maple Whispering Limited and indie.io. Released on August 05th 2021 has received 3,009 reviews of which 2,655 were positive and 354 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for action roguelike category.
8.5
2,655
354
-95%
23.20€
1.16€
2. Bravery and Greed
Bravery and Greed is a beat 'em up, roguelite, dungeon brawler for up to four players. Choose from four classic fantasy classes, engage in a deep robust combat system, and play a variety of co-operative and competitive game modes with friends via local, online or both. Get rich, or die trying! Bravery and Greed is a multiplayer, rogue-lite and hack and slash game developed by Rekka Games and published by Team17. Released on November 15th 2022 has received 864 reviews of which 665 were positive and 199 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in action roguelike games.
7.3
665
199
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
3. RAD
RAD is a 3D action rogue-like set in a post-post-apocalyptic world, where humanity has faced armageddon not once, but twice. RAD is a action, rogue-lite and post-apocalyptic game developed by Double Fine Productions and published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc.. Released on August 19th 2019 has received 934 reviews of which 692 were positive and 242 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in action roguelike games.
7.1
692
242
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
4. Black Future '88
Black Future ’88 is a Synth-Punk roguelike 2D action Shooter. Vertically climb an always evolving procedural tower to reach the top and kill its insane owner…before your heart explodes. Shoot, slash, dash and upgrade yourself to survive the endless waves of Homicidal AI, Traps & Colossal Wardens. Black Future '88 is a action, action roguelike and rogue-lite game developed by SUPERSCARYSNAKES and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment and Surefire.Games. Released on November 21st 2019 has received 723 reviews of which 521 were positive and 202 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for action roguelike games.
6.9
521
202
-95%
20.80€
1.04€
5. Rogue Stormers
An action packed platform shooter mashed-up with roguelike and RPG elements, crazy 3D graphics and co-op multiplayer for one to 4 players. Rogue Stormers is a action roguelike, side scroller and shoot 'em up game developed by Black Forest Games and published by Black Forest Games and HandyGames. Released on April 21st 2016 has received 984 reviews of which 676 were positive and 308 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for action roguelike games.
6.6
676
308
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
6. Revita
In this fast paced twin-stick roguelite platformer, you play as an unnamed child ascending an ominous clocktower in pursuit of their lost memories. Harvest and sacrifice souls to grow your power in order to challenge procedural encounter rooms and intimidating bosses! Revita is a action roguelike, twin stick shooter and dungeon crawler game developed by BenStar and published by Dear Villagers and Doyoyo Games. Released on April 21st 2022 has received 2,235 reviews of which 1,839 were positive and 396 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for action roguelike games.
7.9
1,839
396
-94%
16.67€
1.00€
7. Astral Ascent
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. Astral Ascent is a action roguelike, rogue-lite and hack and slash game developed by Hibernian Workshop and published by Hibernian Workshop, MP2 Games and Maple Whispering Limited. Released on November 14th 2023 has received 6,556 reviews of which 6,212 were positive and 344 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for action roguelike games.
9.2
6,212
344
-93%
24.71€
1.73€
8. Colt Canyon
Shoot your way through a hostile canyon full of hidden treasures, weapons, obstacles and all kinds of bloodthirsty scum! Colt Canyon is a stylish pixel art shooter with roguelike elements and real-time combat where you save your kidnapped partner from the ruthless bandits. Colt Canyon is a western, blood and action roguelike game developed by Retrific and published by Headup. Released on June 16th 2020 has received 1,639 reviews of which 1,452 were positive and 187 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for action roguelike games.
8.4
1,452
187
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
9. The Flame in the Flood
A rogue-like river journey through the backwaters of a forgotten post-societal America. Forage, craft, evade predators. The Flame in the Flood is a survival, adventure and action roguelike game developed by The Molasses Flood and published by The Molasses Flood and Curve Games. Released on February 24th 2016 has received 7,140 reviews of which 5,423 were positive and 1,717 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for action roguelike games.
7.4
5,423
1,717
-93%
15.14€
1.06€
10. Abyss Odyssey
From indie Chilean developer ACE Team comes a new side-scrolling action adventure game featuring a complex fighting engine in procedurally generated levels that destines its three warriors to battle a different abyss each time! Choose your hero and also learn to possess your enemies in the abyss… Abyss Odyssey is a action, action roguelike and roguevania game developed by ACE Team and published by SEGA. Released on July 15th 2014 has received 2,507 reviews of which 1,574 were positive and 933 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for action roguelike games.
6.2
1,574
933
-93%
16.00€
1.12€
Free action roguelike games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play action roguelike games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play action roguelike games.
1. HoloCure - Save the Fans!
Play as your favorite Vtubers from Hololive! Fight, explore, and clear your way through armies of fans and save them from their mind-control in this unofficial free fan-game. HoloCure - Save the Fans! is a pixel graphics, bullet hell and anime game developed and published by KayAnimate. Released on August 16th 2023 has received 37,373 reviews of which 37,019 were positive and 354 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 630 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free action roguelike games on Steam.
9.7
37,019
354
630
players
2. Disfigure
Disfigure is a top-down shooter rogue-like in which you fight countless grotesque creatures shrouded in darkness. Choose from a variety of weapons and over a hundred upgrades to create unique builds each run and survive. Disfigure is a action roguelike, bullet hell and 2d game developed and published by Cold Brew Entertainment. Released on July 26th 2023 has received 4,370 reviews of which 4,263 were positive and 107 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 104, this action roguelike game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free action roguelike games on Steam.
9.4
4,263
107
104
players
3. Cave Crawlers
Cave Crawlers is a 1-10 player rogue lite set deep underground in a system of randomly generated caves. Players use weapons, spells, and talents to defeat the unique bosses and enemies found in each biome. Cave Crawlers is a early access, dwarf and rpg game developed and published by Heroic Pyxel LLC. Released on July 10th 2023 has received 2,781 reviews of which 2,602 were positive and 179 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free action roguelike games on Steam.
9.0
2,602
179
58
players
4. The Braves
Demolish hordes of enemies and survive against all odds! Unlock different characters, find powerful skill combinations and embark on an exciting journey through the variety of very different worlds in this cute but unforgiving roguelike game! The Braves is a action roguelike, arena shooter and roguelite game developed by 101XP GAME STUDIOS and published by 101XP. Released on May 03rd 2024 has received 1,531 reviews of which 1,080 were positive and 451 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free action roguelike games on Steam.
6.8
1,080
451
56
players
5. StarBreak
StarBreak is a unique skill-based action platformer MMO where you explore strange sci-fi worlds alongside dozens of other players, kill legions of dangerous aliens and fight epic boss battles. StarBreak is a free to play, action roguelike and roguevania game developed and published by Crunchy Games. Released on May 10th 2016 has received 1,273 reviews of which 1,003 were positive and 270 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free action roguelike games on Steam.
7.5
1,003
270
53
players
6. Darza's Dominion
The Dominion takes no prisoners! Fight for your survival in the unforgiving terrains that surround you, strengthen your hero through slaying dangerous creatures, gather a group of allies and bring the battle to Darza in this fast-paced roguelike cooperative bullet-hell MMO! Darza's Dominion is a crafting, action roguelike and adventure game developed and published by Ripple Studio. Released on April 21st 2022 has received 1,197 reviews of which 800 were positive and 397 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free action roguelike games on Steam.
6.5
800
397
31
players
7. Rabbit Hole
Rabbit Hole is a fast paced, tough-as-nails 2D RogueLike-Shooter, made with love for the genre. You are Disc, someone who was suddenly brought to the Rabbit Hole. Collect guns, fight foes and meet strange new characters on your descent to the bottom, all in an attempt to find your heart again. Rabbit Hole is a action, adventure and action roguelike game developed by ShortCake_Cafe and Moai Music and published by Engi_ee. Released on March 01st 2024 has received 1,317 reviews of which 1,196 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free action roguelike games on Steam.
8.6
1,196
121
16
players
8. NETHER DUNGEONS
Nether Dungeons is an action-packed dungeon crawler. Battle through procedurally generated dungeons, face relentless enemies, and defeat epic bosses. Customize your hero, wield diverse weapons, and survive intense challenges as you descend into ever-changing, dangerous depths. NETHER DUNGEONS is a action roguelike, dungeon crawler and roguelite game developed and published by Arakuma Studio. Released on November 15th 2024 has received 344 reviews of which 297 were positive and 47 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free action roguelike games on Steam.
8.0
297
47
15
players
9. NETHER HEROES
Immerse yourself in Nether Heroes, an intense action-platform roguelike game. Conquer challenging dungeons, face menacing creatures, and defeat powerful bosses on your epic adventure. NETHER HEROES is a action roguelike, 2d platformer and action game developed by Mitridan and Arakuma Studio and published by Arakuma Studio. Released on June 05th 2024 has received 716 reviews of which 651 were positive and 65 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free action roguelike games on Steam.
8.5
651
65
10
players
10. Infected Shelter
Infected Shelter is an ultra-violent rogue-lite post-apocalyptic beat'em up. Singleplayer and co-op for up to four players. Infected Shelter is a action roguelike, action and indie game developed and published by Dark Blue Games. Released on November 11th 2019 has received 450 reviews of which 377 were positive and 73 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free action roguelike games on Steam.
7.8
377
73
10
players