The Best Android Roguelikes

Defining the roguelike genre today is a challenge. Many games borrow elements, making selection difficult. This list compiles the best Android roguelikes and roguelites currently available on the Play Store. Click on a title to download. Let us know your favorites in the comments!

Top Android Roguelikes

Let's explore these roguelikes – hopefully without too many game overs!

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, do so now!

Hoplite

A turn-based strategy game on compact maps with unique twists. Hoplite transforms combat into a series of clever puzzles, leading to 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, formidable bosses, and rewarding depth. Regular updates keep its fantastical world fresh and engaging.

Out There

A space exploration game where you must find your way back home after being flung into the cosmos. Expect frequent deaths, but each failure provides valuable lessons for future journeys.

Road Not Taken

A refreshing departure from the gloomier entries on this list. Road Not Taken offers a fairytale-like experience, inviting exploration of its beautiful landscapes. It blends puzzle and adventure elements masterfully.

NetHack

A mobile adaptation of a classic roguelike. While it has a steep learning curve and unique control scheme, mastering it unlocks a rewarding blast from the past.

Desktop Dungeon

An expansive dungeon crawler with a city-building element. Its addictive gameplay will keep you hooked from the moment you begin.

The Legend Of Bum-bo

From the creators of The Binding Of Isaac, this roguelike shares the same quirky aesthetic but features a distinct combat system. Command a Bum-bo and utilize deck-building skills to progress. An Android port of Binding Of Isaac would be welcome!

Downwell

A fast-paced, downward-scrolling shooter with gun-equipped shoes and menacing bats. While initially challenging, the satisfying gameplay loop is highly rewarding.

Death Road to Canada

A road trip roguelite filled with zombies, quirky characters, and vehicular mayhem. The game is challenging, exciting, and humorous. Expect numerous scenarios, diverse characters, and hordes of zombies.

Vampire Survivors

A top-tier roguelike. Its incredibly addictive gameplay is matched only by the developer's commitment to a fun and fair experience, including a self-published Android port to avoid exploitative monetization.

Legend Of Keepers

For those seeking a villainous role, Legend Of Keepers is the perfect roguelike. Manage a dungeon and strategically thwart adventurers to protect your treasure.

This concludes our selection of the best Android roguelikes. Share your thoughts in the comments! Click here for more Android game lists.