Defining the roguelike genre today is a challenge. Countless games borrow elements, making selection difficult. This list highlights the best Android roguelikes and roguelites currently available on the Play Store. Click on any title below to download. Let us know your favorites in the comments!
Top Android Roguelikes & Roguelites
Let's explore these compelling titles, hoping to avoid repeated deaths and restarts!
Slay the Spire
A superb card-based dungeon crawler. Build your deck, battle diverse monsters, and unravel a captivating story. If you haven't played it, start now!
Hoplite
A strategic turn-based game on compact maps with unique twists. Hoplite transforms combat into a series of clever puzzles, offering highly addictive gameplay. Free to download, with an in-app purchase to unlock additional features.
Dead Cells
A challenging hack-and-slash platformer featuring branching biomes and formidable bosses. Regular updates keep its fantastical world engaging and rewarding for dedicated players.
Out There
Blast off into the vastness of space and navigate your way back home. Prepare for frequent deaths; each failure provides valuable lessons for future cosmic journeys.
Road Not Taken
A refreshing departure from the typical gloomy roguelike. Road Not Taken presents a vibrant fairy tale world, inviting exploration of its stunning landscapes. A captivating blend of puzzle and adventure elements.
NetHack
A mobile adaptation of a classic roguelike. While initially challenging due to its control scheme and unique style, it delivers a rewarding retro experience.
Desktop Dungeon
An expansive dungeon crawler with a city-building element. Its immersive gameplay will captivate you from the start.
The Legend Of Bum-bo
From the creators of The Binding Of Isaac, this game shares the same quirky aesthetic but offers a distinct combat system. Master deck-building as you control one of the Bum-bos. An Android port of Binding Of Isaac is eagerly awaited!
Downwell
A fast-paced, downward-scrolling platformer featuring gun-equipped shoes and menacing bats. A highly recommended experience once the gameplay mechanics click.
Death Road to Canada
A thrilling road trip roguelite filled with zombies, quirky characters, and vehicular mayhem. Its challenging gameplay is complemented by humor and countless scenarios to discover.
Vampire Survivors
An undisputed champion of the roguelike genre. Its addictive gameplay and commitment to fair play, including a developer-led Android port to avoid exploitative monetization, make it a standout title.
Legend Of Keepers
Embrace your villainous side! In Legend Of Keepers, manage a dungeon and strategically thwart adventurers to protect your treasures.
This concludes our selection of the best Android roguelikes. Share your own favorites in the comments below! [Link to more Android game lists]
