The Best Rogue-like-deckbuilder Games

Update, : Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles added at rank #43.
1

Luck be a Landlord (2021)

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Linux Mac OS PC Windows Android IOS iPhone

Luck Be A Landlord is a thrilling game where luck is everything. As the player, you have one coin left and your landlord is knocking at your door. You insert the coin into a slot machine and hope for the best - it's a roguelite game which means each time is different. You can add symbols and items to the machine to create interesting build strategies. With a terrible landlord to defeat and a dog to pet, this game is a must-play for anyone who loves a challenge.


Pro:
  • Well designed game
  • Interesting upgrades
  • Relaxing
  • Modern day Solitaire
Cons:
  • No meta progression
  • Pure luck, no way to influence runs
  • Not a true roguelite
  • Can fuel gambling addiction

  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • gambling
  • auto-battler
  • procedural
  • capitalism

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Dicey Dungeons (2019)

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

Dicey Dungeons is a unique and addictive roguelike game that features charming artwork and a funky soundtrack. The game offers six different classes and throws players into dungeon-crawling adventures where luck and strategy are equally important. With dozens of enemies and an endless replay value, Dicey Dungeons is a must-play for anyone looking for a fast-paced deckbuilding roguelike game with a unique twist.


Pro:
  • Charming and unique visual section
  • Phenomenal soundtrack
  • Simple to learn gameplay loop with enough versatility
  • Lots of replay value
  • Interesting and creative proposal in the deckbuilding roguelike genre
Cons:
  • Lack of player agency
  • Heavy reliance on random generation
  • Unsatisfying experience due to lack of meaningful decisions
  • Shallow enemy roster with few chances to augment equipment

  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • dice
  • card
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • dungeon
  • dungeon-crawler
  • turn-based

3

Vivid Knight (2021)

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Nintendo Switch Android IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS

Join Crystal Princess Amelie on her quest to defeat the Black Witch and free her friends from jewel prisons in Vivid Knight, a dungeon-crawler game with auto-chess mechanics. Build a team of up to six fighters, collect powerful jewels, and activate unique symbol abilities to help you defeat monsters and progress through the dungeon. The game's cute anime-style graphics make it an enjoyable adventure for any player looking for a fun and replayable game.


Pro:
  • No microtransactions
  • Fun and colorful graphics
  • Allows for a lot of different party approaches
  • Wide pool of unlockable characters and items
  • Unique gameplay mechanics
Cons:
  • Bonuses and debuffs hard to understand at first
  • Limited movement points may be frustrating
  • Dungeons may not be too difficult for seasoned roguelike players

  • rogue-like
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • dungeon
  • deckbuilder
  • auto-battler
  • party-building
  • dungeon-crawler
  • choices
  • anime
  • strategy
  • inventory
  • management

4

Card Hog (2020)

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early access PC Windows IOS iPhone Android

Get ready to explore the dungeon in Card Hog, where you can choose your own hog and battle enemies with a variety of weapons and magic. With multiple game modes, dozens of enemies and bosses to fight, and over 100 cards to discover, there's no shortage of adventure. Show your creativity by customizing your hog's outfit and enjoy local multiplayer modes while the online mode is on the way. With more content and updates on their way, join the Early Access journey and experience the exciting world of Card Hog today.


Pro:
  • Casual and quick gameplay
  • Unique concept of being a card inside a grid of cards
  • Lots of different modes to play
  • Devs are active and listen to player feedback
  • Simple design and easy to understand gameplay
Cons:
  • May require a lot of grinding to unlock everything
  • Boss fights can feel too easy
  • No multiplayer mode yet

  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • card
  • battler
  • rogue-like

5

Iris and the Giant (2020)

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

Iris and The Giant is a fusion of the CCG, RPG and roguelike genres. You play as Iris, who must brave her fears in her imaginary world. Dive into a melancholic and gripping adventure, filled with cute monsters and buried memories. Ready to face your inner demons?


  • rogue-like
  • card
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • deckbuilder
  • turn-based
  • battler
  • demons
  • strategy
  • dungeon-crawler
  • mouse
  • replay-value

6

Mech Armada (2021)

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Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

Create and command custom Mechs to outmaneuver The Swarm in this post-apocalyptic tactical turn-based rogue-lite. Leverage the terrain, learn each Mech's unique skills and use strategy and resources to survive an ever-changing series of battles to give humanity hope.

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  • turn-based
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • mech
  • deckbuilder
  • procedural
  • post-apocalyptic
  • character
  • customization
  • isometric
  • strategy
  • sci-fi

7

Vault of the Void (2022)

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PC Windows

Vault of the Void is a challenging card-based game that rewards improvement. You build a deck and navigate a hex-based grid to defeat enemies. With a variety of mechanics to master and cards to upgrade, the game offers complexity and depth. Although it may be overwhelming for newcomers, players familiar with deck building will find much to love in Vault of the Void.

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Pro:
  • Strong base mechanics that expand with classes and modes
  • Great rogue-like deck builder
  • Fun card game with synergies and character builds
  • Lots of unlocks and visual rewards
  • Flexibility of deck swapping and mana mechanic
Cons:
  • Steep learning curve
  • Lack of narrative
  • Overwhelming for newcomers

  • deckbuilder
  • card
  • rogue-like
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • battler
  • choices
  • procedural
  • board-game
  • isometric
  • top-down

8

Nitro Kid (2022)

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Mac OS PC Windows

Synthwave roguelike deckbuilder set in the neon 80's. Pick your agent. Build your deck. Hit card combos and fight through the floors of INFINITY tower. Featuring 30+ fresh Synthwave tracks by LudoWic, Tonebox and Jules Reves.

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  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • card
  • turn-based
  • deckbuilder
  • arts
  • rogue-like
  • martial
  • battler
  • 1980s
  • isometric
  • mouse
  • soundtrack
  • tactical
  • sci-fi
  • synthesizer-driven

9

Poker Quest: Swords and Spades (2021)

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PC Windows Mac OS

In Poker Quest: Swords and Spades, you battle through a world full of monsters using a standard deck of cards to empower your items in combat. Discover thousands of unique items and hundreds of monsters in a procedurally generated, high-fantasy world. Choose from over 20 unique heroes, each with their own equipment and abilities. Daily runs, challenge runs, mini-games, and even casinos add to the excitement. It's a fantasy RPG that feels like a deck-builder, but with a novel set of game mechanics centered around playing cards.

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Pro:
  • Loads of content
  • Great mix of decision making and poker
  • Well-designed meta game
  • Replayable
  • Deeper gameplay than it appears
Cons:
  • High degree of randomness can make runs feel repetitive
  • Modworkshop still in beta
  • Limited game format
  • Poor balance
  • Lack of character variety

  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • battler
  • card
  • medieval
  • turn-based
  • procedural
  • mouse
  • rpg
  • strategy

10

Breach Wanderers (2021)

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A fresh take on Roguelike Deckbuilders that lets you fine-tune your decks before each run to adapt your strategy on your way to victory. Over 1,000 cards to choose from, ten characters with their own set of unique skills, and dozens of items and missions to evolve your tactics.


  • deckbuilder
  • card
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • battler
  • perma-death
  • turn-based
  • strategy
  • character
  • tactical
  • customization

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