The Best Android Roguelikes

Defining "roguelike" these days is tricky. So many games borrow elements of the genre, making it hard to choose the best. This list tackles that challenge, showcasing the cream of the crop currently available on the Google Play Store. Each entry below links directly to its download page. If you feel we've missed a gem, let us know in the comments!

The Best Android Roguelikes

Let's delve into these roguelike adventures—may your runs be long and your deaths… fewer.

Slay the Spire

A masterful card-based dungeon crawler. Build your deck, battle ever-changing monsters, and unravel a captivating story. If you haven't played this, rectify that immediately.

Hoplite

A turn-based strategy game on compact maps with ingenious twists. Hoplite transforms combat into a series of clever puzzles. Highly addictive—free to download with optional in-app purchases for extra features.

Dead Cells

A hardcore hack-and-slash platformer featuring branching biomes, formidable bosses, and a deep, rewarding challenge. Regular updates keep its fantastical world endlessly engaging.

Out There

Blast off into the vastness of space and fight to find your way back home. Expect frequent deaths, but each failure offers valuable lessons for your next cosmic journey.

Road Not Taken

A refreshing change of pace from the gloomier entries. Road Not Taken unfolds like a captivating fairy tale, inviting you to explore its stunning landscapes. Part puzzle, part adventure, all amazing.

NetHack

A mobile adaptation of a classic roguelike. It might take some getting used to, especially the controls, but this blast from the past is well worth the effort.

Desktop Dungeon

An expansive dungeon crawler with a unique city-building element. Highly immersive and endlessly rewarding.

The Legend Of Bum-bo

From the creators of *The Binding Of Isaac* comes *The Legend Of Bum-bo*, retaining the quirky aesthetic but with a distinct combat system. Command one of the Bum-bos and utilize your deckbuilding prowess to progress. (When are we getting *The Binding of Isaac* on Android?!)

Downwell

A fast-paced, downward-scrolling shooter with gun-boots and menacing bats. If you haven't experienced it, you're missing out. It takes time to master, but the payoff is immense.

Death Road to Canada

A roguelite road trip filled with zombies, quirky characters, and plenty of vehicular mayhem. Challenging, exciting, and surprisingly funny. Countless scenarios and characters await.

Vampire Survivors

An undisputed roguelike legend. Its addictive gameplay is matched only by the developer's dedication to providing a fair and enjoyable experience. The Android port, handled in-house, ensures a quality experience free from predatory monetization practices.

Legend Of Keepers

Tired of being the hero? Embrace villainy in *Legend Of Keepers*. Manage your dungeon, outsmart adventurers, and protect your precious loot.

That concludes our roundup of the best Android roguelikes. Think we missed a standout title? Share your suggestions in the comments!

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