The Best Rogue-like Games for Nintendo Switch - Page 3

Update : Monster Train 2 added at rank #12.
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Rogue Legacy 2 (2020)

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

Rogue Legacy 2 is a must-play game for anyone who enjoys roguelike platformers, offering addictive gameplay, unique traits and abilities to succeed, and a wide range of classes to choose from. The game mechanics are solid, and it offers customization and accessibility options. The hand-drawn aesthetic, immersive experience, and great soundtrack create a great atmosphere, even for those intimidated by rogue-lites or metroidvanias.

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What we like:
  • Addictive one-more-try gameplay
  • Hand-drawn aesthetic and great soundtrack
  • Customization and accessibility options
  • Immersive experience with seeping lore and mix of darkness and silly humor
  • Offers more content, evolution from predecessor, and consistent progression hooks for extra motivation
What could be improved:
  • Challenging gameplay may not be suitable for all players
  • Story may not be a strong point
  • Randomness may be frustrating at times
  • Relics can make or break a run, which may not appeal to all players

  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • boss
  • metroidvania
  • dungeon
  • challenging
  • difficult

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Uncle Chop's Rocket Shop (2024)

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Xbox One PC Windows Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch

Come on down to Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop, for all your roguelite spaceship repair simulation needs! WARNING: Untested genre not suitable for people with tentacles for arms or an aversion to dying horrifically. Side effects include improved reading comprehension under pressure and a furry fetish.


  • rogue-like
  • spaceships
  • satire
  • humor
  • multiple-endings
  • dystopian
  • lore
  • story
  • simulation
  • anthology
  • management
  • choices
  • dark
  • funny
  • crafting

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Wall World (2023)

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Explore the mysterious Wall World on your giant robospider: mine for valuable resources, upgrade your equipment to fight off hordes of monsters, and discover exotic biomes in-between attacks. Will you be able to survive and learn the secrets of the Wall World?


  • rogue-like
  • mining
  • tower-defense
  • mech
  • procedural
  • aliens
  • pixel
  • scroller
  • resource-management
  • resource
  • exploration
  • action-adventure
  • management
  • sci-fi

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Ziggurat 2 (2020)

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

Ziggurat is back, and now it's even better! Use powerful weapons and spells to break through hordes of enemies and explore labyrinthine dungeons in this hectic roguelite FPS, while you improve your skills and discover new equipment.

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  • shooter
  • rogue-like
  • first-person
  • dungeon-crawler
  • fps
  • boomer
  • fast-paced
  • arena
  • procedural
  • old-school

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Descenders (2019)

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

Descenders is a high-octane downhill biking game that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With procedurally generated tracks, realistic physics, and a killer soundtrack, you'll find yourself immersed in the thrilling world of extreme sports. Customize your bike, show off your tricks, and compete to become a legendary Descender.


What we like:
  • Thrilling and realistic gameplay
  • Procedurally generated tracks for endless fun
  • Customizable bikes and characters
  • Supports co-op play
  • Captivating soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Unintuitive default keybinds
  • Reliance on random track generation can lead to frustration
  • Forced losses in gameplay can feel unfair

  • sport
  • rogue-like
  • cycling
  • racing
  • bikes
  • procedural
  • multiplayer
  • drum
  • fast-paced
  • boss
  • twin-stick

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Astral Ascent (2023)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 l Nintendo Switch

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.


  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • cooperative
  • 2d
  • pixel
  • boss

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (2023)

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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.


  • rogue-like
  • cooperative
  • boss
  • couch
  • ninja

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Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon (2021)

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Mac OS Android IOS iPhone Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is a unique roguelike dungeon crawler / puzzle game hybrid. Players take control of Shovel Knight in a mysterious pocket dungeon and must traverse a series of enemy-filled levels, using simple controls to form chains of enemies and clear the level.

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What we like:
  • 3 game modes
  • Adventure mode with an exciting story
  • Daily Run mode updates every 24 hours
  • Survival Mode
  • Easy to learn/hard to master
What could be improved:
  • Few overpowered relics that can make the game too easy

  • puzzle
  • rogue-like
  • dungeon-crawler
  • grid
  • boss
  • boss-fight
  • competitive
  • tile-matching

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Revita (2021)

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

Revita is a roguelite twin-stick shooter platformer game in which the player takes control of an unknown boy with a special gun. You must traverse floors within the Clocktower to reach the top and discover answers about your forgotten past. Along the way you must battle monsters and bosses, unlock secrets, gain upgrades, and collect souls to restore health.


What we like:
  • Atmospheric soundtrack
  • Distinct health currency mechanic
  • Accessibility options for different skill levels
  • Variety of weapons
  • Sub-weapons and relics to upgrade with
  • 350+ relics to discover
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive room designs
  • Risk/reward system based on offering hearts can lead to disappointing returns
  • Story told through cryptic means may be difficult for some players to understand

  • rogue-like
  • twin-stick
  • shooter

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PlateUp! (2022)

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

Cook and serve your dishes, design and decorate your restaurants, and expand your culinary kingdom with new unlocks, abilities and dishes in procedurally-generated locations. Classic cooking action with permanent roguelite progression. Hire your friends - or do it all yourself!


  • rogue-like
  • cooperative
  • cooking
  • management
  • local
  • building
  • base-building
  • 4-player
  • procedural

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