The Best Rogue-like Games for Nintendo Switch

Update : Balatro added at rank #20.
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Vampire Survivors (2021)

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

Vampire Survivors is a thrilling time survival game with roguelite elements. In a world overrun by devils, your only goal is to survive as long as possible. Collect gold to buy upgrades and aid future survivors. This indie phenomenon offers bullet hell action and now features local co-op for up to 4 players. With support for multiple input methods, Vampire Survivors is an addictive and immersive experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat!


What we like:
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Lots of content
  • DLC adds more characters and personality
  • Base game should be played first
  • Fun and satisfying combat
What could be improved:
  • Require Grinding

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • survival
  • vampire
  • pixel
  • wave

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Risk of Rain 2 (2019)

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stadia Android PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Xbox One

Dive into the thrilling world of Risk of Rain 2, a 3D roguelike game filled with challenging monsters and enormous bosses. With over 110 powerful items to discover and eleven unique characters to play, you'll never run out of strategies to try. Whether you're playing solo or teaming up with friends online, you're in for an endlessly enjoyable experience.

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What we like:
  • Challenging and exciting gameplay
  • Variety of unique characters
  • Over 110 powerful items to discover
  • Endless replayability
  • Great multiplayer experience
What could be improved:
  • Limited rewards from shrine offerings
  • Limited ammunition
  • Repetitive dialogue
  • Online stability issues

  • rogue-like
  • tps
  • cooperative
  • boss
  • loot

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Hades (2018)

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

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
  • narrative
  • action
  • combat

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Cult of the Lamb (2022)

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

Cult of the Lamb is an eerie triumph of dungeon crawling and society-building. As the titular Lamb, your job is to gather devotees to worship an imprisoned elder-god and defeat four heretic bishops. You will wield a randomly chosen weapon and uncover tarot cards to power up. You need to manage your cult, keep them faithful and make sure they are fed, cleaned, housed and preached to.

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What we like:
  • Unique two part gameplay with dungeon crawler and cult management simulator elements
  • Darkly cute art style
  • Sharp gameplay
  • No choice in weapons or power ups for each run so no two runs are ever the same
What could be improved:
  • Short time limit in labyrinths to ensure that dead bodies are buried and prayers offered or risk dissent among followers

  • cult
  • rogue-like
  • management
  • dungeon
  • farming
  • simulation
  • dungeon-crawler
  • cute
  • boss
  • card

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Brotato (2022)

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

In Brotato, you'll play as the only potato survivor of a spaceship crash onto an alien planet. As you wait for rescue, you must fend off waves of enemies using up to 6 weapons at once. With fast runs and dozens of customizable characters and hundreds of weapons, the game offers endless hours of fun. Adjust the difficulty to your liking with the accessibility options. Will you survive and escape?

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What we like:
  • Tight controls and polished gameplay
  • Fun and engaging gameplay loop
  • Plenty of character and charm
  • Diverse range of playable classes
  • Exceptional value for its price
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive scenery
  • Limited variety of weapons
  • No map variety to mix up the game experience
  • Lack of metaprogression and achievements
  • Game balance can feel too focused on defense builds, limiting player choice

  • rogue-like
  • arena
  • shooter
  • top-down
  • bullet-hell
  • hack-and-slash
  • procedural
  • sci-fi
  • aliens
  • post-apocalyptic
  • survival

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Loop Hero (2021)

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PC Windows Mac OS Linux Nintendo Switch Xbox One Xbox Series X Android

Loop Hero is a rogue-like adventure RPG strategy card game featuring a top-down deck & dungeon-building auto-battler with resource and settlement management systems. The player must traverse an ever-looping route to defeat rivals and build the world around them while managing their resources, equipment and buffs.

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What we like:
  • Easy to understand mechanics
  • Aesthetically minimalistic package
  • Procedurally generated path
  • On-the-fly item management
  • Resource management systems
  • 8 bit 80's goth flair soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Dusty blue & orange colour palette may not be to everyone's taste
  • 40% resource tax when leaving the loop
  • 30% of resources lost when dying

  • card
  • rogue-like
  • tile
  • boss
  • rpg
  • deckbuilder
  • battle
  • pixel
  • strategy
  • endless
  • deck

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Dead Cells (2017)

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

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
  • roguevania
  • action

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Dicey Dungeons (2019)

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

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.

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What we like:
  • 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
What could be improved:
  • 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
  • dice
  • deckbuilder
  • card
  • dungeon
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • dungeon-crawler
  • turn-based

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Skul: The Hero Slayer (2021)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS

Join Skul, a heroic skeleton, in an adrenaline-pumping, side-scrolling adventure! Face challenging enemies, master unique abilities, and take on massive bosses in a world corrupted by Dark Quartz. With ever-changing maps and tons of playable characters, you'll be on your toes in this rogue-lite game that flips the traditional hero-villain dynamic!

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What we like:
  • High replayability
  • Engaging combat mechanics
  • Variety of unique powers
  • Intriguing story
  • Challenging boss encounters
What could be improved:
  • Game restarts upon death
  • Heavily reliant on luck
  • Potential for accidental item destruction
  • Clunky platforming sections

  • rogue-like
  • boss
  • demons
  • platform

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Have a Nice Death (2022)

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early access Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows

Step into the shoes of Death himself in 'Have a Nice Death', a game filled with dark humor and fast-paced combat. Navigate through the quirky departments of Death Inc., battling minions and bosses with over 70 unique weapons and spells. With hilarious characters, engaging boss battles and an intriguing plot, every run is a unique experience that keeps you coming back for more.

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What we like:
  • Intriguing plot with dark humor
  • Variety of weapons and spells
  • Engaging boss battles
  • Charming visuals and audio
  • Smooth movement mechanics
What could be improved:
  • Fast bosses can be initially challenging
  • Control issues with dash and jump

  • rogue-like
  • boss
  • cartoony
  • 2d

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