The Best Android Roguelikes

Defining the roguelike genre is tricky these days. Many games borrow elements, making selection difficult. This list highlights the best Android roguelikes and roguelites currently available on the Play Store.

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Top Android Roguelikes

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

Slay the Spire

A fantastic deck-building dungeon crawler. Build your deck, battle diverse monsters, and unravel a captivating story. If you haven't played it, start 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 (IAP) for extra features.

Dead Cells

A challenging hack-and-slash platformer featuring branching levels, formidable bosses, and a deep, rewarding experience. Regular updates keep the fantastical world fresh and engaging.

Out There

A space exploration game where you must find your way home. Expect frequent deaths, but each failure provides valuable lessons for your next cosmic journey.

Road Not Taken

A refreshing change of pace from the gloomier entries. Road Not Taken offers a fairytale-like experience, inviting exploration of its beautiful environments. Part puzzle, part adventure, entirely captivating.

NetHack

A mobile port of a classic roguelike. While the controls take some getting used to, it's a rewarding trip down memory lane for fans of the genre.

Desktop Dungeon

A sprawling dungeon crawler with city-building elements. Highly immersive and enjoyable, especially once you delve into the intricate details.

The Legend Of Bum-bo

From the creators of The Binding Of Isaac, this game retains the unique aesthetic but features a different combat system. Command a Bum-bo and use your deck-building skills to progress. An Android port of Binding Of Isaac is eagerly awaited!

Downwell

A fast-paced, downward-scrolling shooter with gun-boots and menacing bats. Highly recommended, though it might take some time to master.

Death Road to Canada

A road trip roguelite filled with zombies, quirky characters, and vehicular mayhem. Difficult, thrilling, and humorously engaging, with countless scenarios and characters to discover.

Vampire Survivors

A top-tier roguelike. The addictive gameplay is matched only by the developer's commitment to a fair and fun experience. The Android port, handled in-house, avoids predatory monetization practices.