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Tag: modern
Games: 20
Date Range: 2009 - 2022

01. Brogue

[traditional] 2009 by Brian Walker

Brogue is a roguelike game developed by Brian Walker, with initial development beginning in 2009. The game is known for its refined approach to traditional roguelike design and has been maintained by ...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: hard

02. Rogue Survivor

[modern] 2010-04-01 by Roguekek

**The zombie apocalypse simulation** - Roguekek's **groundbreaking fusion** of **traditional roguelike mechanics** with **real-time zombie survival**, featuring **complex NPC AI**, **persistent urban ...

Windows
Diff: hard

03. Infra Arcana

[modern] 2011-01-01 by Martin Tornqvist

Infra Arcana is a Lovecraftian horror roguelike developed by Martin Tornqvist that authentically captures H.P. Lovecraft's cosmic horror through innovative sanity mechanics, psychological terror, and ...

Windows, Linux, macOS
Diff: hard

04. Dungeons of Dredmor

[modern] 2011-07-13 by Gaslamp Games

Dungeons of Dredmor is a roguelike role-playing game developed and published by Gaslamp Games, released on July 13, 2011. The game achieved significant commercial success on Steam, selling over 750,00...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: moderate

05. Dungeons of Dredmor

[modern] 2011-07-13 by Gaslamp Games

Dungeons of Dredmor is a roguelike role-playing game developed and published by Gaslamp Games, released on July 13, 2011. The game achieved significant commercial success on Steam, selling over 750,00...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: moderate

06. Tales of Maj'Eyal

[modern] 2012-12-31 by Nicolas Casalini (DarkGod)

**The modern roguelike masterpiece** - DarkGod's **unprecedented achievement** in **traditional roguelike evolution**, featuring **revolutionary skill tree complexity**, **cinematic presentation**, an...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: hard

07. Tales of Maj'Eyal

[modern] 2012-12-31 by Nicolas Casalini (DarkGod)

**The modern roguelike masterpiece** - DarkGod's **unprecedented achievement** in **traditional roguelike evolution**, featuring **revolutionary skill tree complexity**, **cinematic presentation**, an...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: hard

08. PosChengband

[traditional] 2013 by Chris Carr

PosChengband is an Angband variant developed by Chris Carr and the PosChengband Development Team, recognized as one of the most content-rich entries in the Angband family. The game features extensive ...

Windows, Linux, macOS
Diff: extreme

09. Wayward

[modern] 2013-03-01 by Unlok

**The wilderness survival masterpiece** - Unlok's **12-year passion project** combining **scientific realism** with **roguelike depth**, featuring **TypeScript innovation**, **83% positive Steam revie...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: hard

10. One Way Heroics

[modern] 2014-02-28 by Smoking WOLF

**The roguelike pacing revolution** - Smoking WOLF's **brilliant innovation** that transformed **traditional turn-based exploration** into **constant forward momentum**, featuring **88% positive Steam...

Windows, Steam
Diff: moderate

11. Dungeonmans

[modern] 2014-10-02 by Jim Shepard

Dungeonmans is a traditional roguelike game developed by Jim Shepard and published by Adventurepro Games in 2014. The game combines classic roguelike mechanics with humorous writing and an innovative ...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: moderate

12. Caves of Qud

[traditional] 2015-07-15 by Freehold Games

Caves of Qud is a science fantasy roguelike developed by Freehold Games, reaching full version 1.0 on December 5, 2024, after development beginning in 2007. ## Critical Reception The game received th...

Windows, Linux, macOS
Diff: hard

13. UnExplored

[modern] 2017-02-23 by Ludomotion

UnExplored is a real-time action roguelike game developed by Ludomotion, known for its innovative approach to procedural dungeon generation. The game creates interconnected underground complexes with ...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: moderate

14. UnExplored

[modern] 2017-02-23 by Ludomotion

UnExplored is a real-time action roguelike game developed by Ludomotion, known for its innovative approach to procedural dungeon generation. The game creates interconnected underground complexes with ...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: moderate

15. Tangledeep

[modern] 2018-02-01 by Impact Gameworks

Tangledeep is a roguelike role-playing game developed by Impact Gameworks, released in 2018. The game combines traditional roguelike mechanics with Japanese RPG elements, featuring 16-bit inspired pix...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: moderate

16. Slay the Spire

[roguelite] 2019-01-23 by Mega Crit

Slay the Spire is a roguelike deckbuilder game developed and published by Mega Crit Games that combines card-based strategy mechanics with roguelike progression systems. The game has sold over 5 milli...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: moderate

17. Hades

[roguelite] 2020-09-17 by Supergiant Games

Hades is an action roguelike game developed by Supergiant Games, released in 2020. The game is set in the underworld of Greek mythology and follows Zagreus, son of Hades, attempting to escape to the s...

Windows, macOS, Nintendo Switch
Diff: moderate

18. Jupiter Hell

[modern] 2021-08-12 by ChaosForge

Jupiter Hell is a modern roguelike developed by ChaosForge as the evolution of their DoomRL, featuring cutting-edge 3D graphics, 92% positive Steam reviews, IGF Excellence in Design award, and over $1...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: hard

19. Jupiter Hell

[modern] 2021-08-12 by ChaosForge

Jupiter Hell is a modern roguelike developed by ChaosForge as the evolution of their DoomRL, featuring cutting-edge 3D graphics, 92% positive Steam reviews, IGF Excellence in Design award, and over $1...

Windows, macOS, Linux
Diff: hard

20. Rogue Legacy 2

[roguelite] 2022-08-18 by Cellar Door Games

**The genealogical perfection achievement** - Cellar Door Games' **sequel masterpiece** that created the **definitive genealogical roguelite experience** featuring **expanded trait systems**, **refine...

Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S
Diff: moderate