The Best Rogue-like action Games for Android

Update : Descenders Next added at rank #23.
Here are our 10 Best Rogue-like action Games for Android:
1

Hades (2020)

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

Hades is a thrilling action-adventure game that takes you on a journey through Greek mythology, where you play as the son of Hades trying to escape from the underworld. With its addictive gameplay, memorable characters, and stunning visual design, you'll be hooked from the start.


What we like:
  • Exceptional voice acting
  • Variety of weapons and customizable abilities
  • Procedurally generated enemies and environments
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Captivating storyline
What could be improved:
  • Player may have to grind for currency
  • Some repetitive dialogue
  • Difficulty may be too high for some players

  • rogue-like
  • mythology
  • boss
  • isometric
  • action
  • narrative
  • combat

2

Dead Cells (2018)

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Dead Cells is a challenging and rewarding roguevania game that offers a variety of weapons and spells to choose from in a nonlinear progression world. With every run being different, the game's tough but fair combat promises hours of fun and excitement. The game also offers regular free updates, making it a must-play for anyone who loves rogue-like or metroidvania games.


What we like:
  • Highly accessible to players with a wide range of assist options and settings
  • Satisfying and challenging combat with a variety of weapons and skills
  • Gorgeous backdrops, great soundtrack, and amazing sound design
  • Endless unlocks and secrets with highly-rewarding gameplay
  • Passionate developers who continue to add new content and engaging community.
What could be improved:
  • Slow progression
  • Overpowered items
  • Frustrating to more casual players

  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • boss
  • combat
  • metroidvania
  • pixel
  • action
  • roguevania
  • dungeon

3

Poly (2025)

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Simplistic roguelike shooter, Blast your way through countless enemies while earning powerful upgrades which turn you into a shape obliterating machine! 50+ upgrades with countless synergies and stacking effects!, Unique enemies which have unique abilities

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  • shooter
  • rogue-like
  • first-person
  • bullet-hell
  • shoot-em-up
  • arcade
  • fps
  • relaxing
  • casual
  • psychedelic
  • action

4

Downwell (2015)

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Android PC Windows IOS iPhone

Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.


  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • retro
  • arcade
  • combo
  • vertical
  • precision
  • fast-paced
  • shooter
  • action
  • pixel

5

Ronin: The Last Samurai (2021)

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"Nightmare Altar" balance adjustment. Essence balance adjustment- Tutorial reorganization. Fixed Minor Bugs. Please check "Inbox" for details.

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  • resource
  • rogue-like
  • action
  • samurai
  • mech
  • rpg
  • boss
  • hand-drawn
  • diablo
  • art
  • difficult
  • button-mashing
  • waves
  • combat

6

Boo! (2023)

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early access PC Windows Android

Boo Men is a 1-4 player online co-op horror game. You and your crew of burglars are tasked with stealing the items on a list. Just remember to stay in the light because you never know what is lurking in the dark...

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  • rogue-like
  • heist
  • horror
  • 2d
  • cooperative
  • character
  • scroller
  • action-adventure
  • platform
  • dark
  • nature
  • hand-drawn
  • action
  • customization
  • cartoony

7

Asura (2023)

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early access Android PC Windows Xbox 360

MMORPG 2D pixel game by a Thai development team that has been in service for over 15 years and is still developing continuously.


  • rogue-like
  • anime
  • mythology
  • mmo
  • multiplayer
  • interactive
  • rpg
  • hack-and-slash
  • action
  • boss
  • shooter
  • fight

8

Tallowmere (2015)

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IOS iPhone Android wii u Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS PC Windows

Raise your shield. Indulge Lady Tallowmere and her lovingly violent dungeons. New rooms are created every time you play. How deep can you delve?


  • rogue-like
  • dungeon
  • stealth-enabling
  • platform
  • boss
  • tablet-sized
  • action
  • violent
  • local

9

Soulstone Survivors (2022)

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early access PC Windows Android Mac OS Linux

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.


  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • action
  • twin-stick
  • rpg
  • crafting

10

Pizza Hero (2023)

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Android IOS iPhone PC Windows

Pizza Hero is a unique shoot 'em up roguelike. The toppings you select effect your abilities. For example, pepperoni throws grenades while blue cheese creates a pungent perimeter.

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  • rogue-like
  • action
  • achievements
  • hack
  • casual
  • arena
  • pixel
  • 2d
  • battle
  • real-time
  • shooter
  • skill
  • sailing
  • choices

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