The Best Rogue-like Games for Linux - Page 5

Update : Ocean Keeper: Dome Survival added at rank #22.
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Griftlands (2021)

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Playstation 4 Mac OS Linux PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One

Griftlands is a complex deck-building game that takes place on a harsh alien planet where negotiations and battles require strategic use of cards. With three unique campaigns, each offering a distinct narrative and gameplay experience, immerse yourself in lush environments while battling challenging bosses and strategizing negotiations with rivals. The game offers a wholly compelling and unique take on its genre influences, making it highly replayable and memorable.


What we like:
  • Unique combination of RPG mechanics, visual novel-style storytelling, and deck-building roguelike gameplay
  • Variety of characters, deckbuilding strategies, and story options
  • Smooth graphics
  • Compelling narrative
  • Enduringly memorable
What could be improved:
  • High amount of randomness to deal with
  • Sheer number of different elements at play can be tiresome
  • Short campaign lengths and rigid character/plots limit replay value

  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • card
  • battler

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Kletka (2024)

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early access Linux PC Windows

KLETKA is a co-op (up to 6 players) horror game about going down in an elevator that is trying to eat you. Feed the elevator, explore deadly floors and descend deeper.

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  • rogue-like
  • first-person
  • cooperative
  • horror
  • pve
  • shooter
  • dungeon-crawler
  • alternate
  • fps
  • company
  • action-adventure
  • online
  • atmospheric
  • historical
  • dark

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Airships: Lost Flotilla (2025)

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PC Windows Linux

Airships: Lost Flotilla is a steampunk autoshooter where you fight your way through waves of enemies on your way to a safe harbour. Destroy your foes, harvest wreckage, and upgrade your ship.

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  • rogue-like
  • naval
  • attack
  • score
  • top-down
  • shooter
  • bullet-hell
  • steampunk
  • pve
  • hack-and-slash
  • arena
  • action
  • flight
  • historical
  • combat

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Enter the Gungeon (2016)

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Mac OS Android stadia Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Linux

Enter the Gungeon is a thrilling bullet hell dungeon crawler packed with action! You'll dodge, loot, flip tables and battle adorable yet deadly enemies. With challenging bosses, hidden secrets, and an array of unique guns, you'll be hooked on changing your past in this evolving fortress.


What we like:
  • Challenging, skill-based gameplay
  • Balanced mechanics
  • Exciting gunplay and boss fights
  • Abundance of unlockables and secrets
  • High replayability
What could be improved:
  • Button spamming for maximum speed shooting
  • Limited information on items
  • Strict no-hit reward system

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • twin-stick
  • dungeon-crawler
  • shooter
  • boss
  • cover
  • table
  • cooperative
  • hand-designed
  • dungeon
  • pixel
  • top-down

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Helvetii (2023)

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Linux Playstation 4 Playstation 5 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Helvetii is a character-action game set in Gallic Celtic Mythology. Challenge the everchanging rot with 3 characters, use the gifts and powers bestowed by primal deities and show your mastery of combat by pummeling, juggling and slamming your enemies in a gorgeous 2d presentation.

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  • rogue-like
  • illustration
  • design
  • 2d
  • spectacle
  • mythology
  • scroller
  • character
  • beat-em-up
  • hand-drawn
  • action
  • dark
  • colourful

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Wally and the FANTASTIC PREDATORS (2019)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One Mac OS Linux

An overconfident rogue lite oozing with style and humor. Shoot, dodge, and hug your way through a randomly generated sentient dungeons with a plethora of items/curses/events designed to give you a unique experience each time you play.

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  • rogue-like
  • wholesome
  • top-down
  • perma-death
  • bullet-hell
  • dungeon-crawler
  • local
  • comedy
  • rpg
  • action-adventure

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Sky Rogue (2017)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox One PC Windows Mac OS Linux Android

Sky Rogue is a nostalgic arcade-style 3D flight-sim with diverse aircrafts, weapons, and customization options for an engaging rogue-lite experience. Fly over infinite procedurally-generated islands, take out enemy aces, carriers, and battleships in intense dogfighting action. The game offers 2-player local co-op, permanent unlocks, and secret technologies to keep you excited. Enjoy the retro-style voxel-based world with bright colors and catchy tunes that never get old.


What we like:
  • Fun and engaging gameplay
  • Variety of planes and weapons to choose from
  • 80's graphics and art-style
  • Constant updates and mod support
  • Good value for the price
What could be improved:
  • Difficulty can spike suddenly
  • Limited storyline or plot
  • Some issues with flight physics and mechanics
  • Repetitive gameplay over time
  • Limited variety in effective loadouts

  • flight
  • rogue-like
  • arcade
  • procedural
  • jet
  • simulation
  • combat
  • moddable

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Pawnbarian (2021)

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Pawnbarian is a quick-playing, turn-based puzzle roguelike. Play cards to move your hero like a chess piece, and conquer challenging dungeons full of cunning monsters!

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  • rogue-like
  • turn-based
  • chess
  • card
  • battler
  • strategy
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • mouse
  • perma-death
  • board-game
  • deckbuilder

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Tales of Yore (2022)

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Tales of Yore is a fantasy roguelike video game where you can chat with other players and explore dungeons. You can play it on your PC, in the browser or on your phone. It's a great way to pass the time, with real-time combat and multiple levels to explore.

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What we like:
  • Real-time combat
  • Multiple levels to explore
  • Multiplayer aspect
  • Chat with other players
What could be improved:
  • Hard difficulty level
  • No save feature when you die
  • Need lots of money to buy gear

  • rogue-like
  • rpg
  • fishing
  • mmo
  • multiplayer
  • character
  • loot
  • old-school
  • choices
  • customization
  • family-friendly

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Rogue: Genesia (2022)

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early access Linux PC Windows

Rogue: Genesia is an exciting rogue-lite deck-building game where you become Rog, the master of all weapons, and defeat hordes of monsters invading your lands. With the game's strategic decision-making, you must decide whether to charge in for battle or to search for riches and magical items. Upgrades and attention to detail are crucial in defeating the enemy, but failure means starting all over again. Get hooked on this addictive game and enjoy a thrilling adventure!

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What we like:
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Exciting and challenging adventure
  • Strategic decision making
  • Huge variety of upgrades and weapons
  • Thrilling enemies and hordes of monsters to defeat
What could be improved:
  • Lack of save function can be frustrating
  • Limited narrative and character development
  • Lacks significant variation in playing style

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • twin-stick
  • choices
  • survival
  • fantasy
  • rpg
  • pixel
  • magic
  • top-down
  • 3d

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