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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

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We filtered the 34 games similar to Brutal Orchestra down to the 15 that fit the “Roguelike” category. Darkest Dungeon II, Darkest Dungeon® and Derelict Star top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Brutal Orchestra.

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Within the “Roguelike” category, the closest game to Brutal Orchestra is Darkest Dungeon II — scoring 91/100 on our similarity scale. Darkest Dungeon® and Derelict Star follow close behind.

#1Darkest Dungeon II91 #2Darkest Dungeon®90 #3Derelict Star90 #4Keep Driving89 #5Loop Hero86

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The best roguelike games like Brutal Orchestra

15 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Brutal Orchestra. Each one has been evaluated across 14 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Darkest Dungeon IIClosest overall match

91

Darkest Dungeon II

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkNarrativeProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 75%· 26KIGDB83· 5OC81· 78

Year 2023Dev Red Hook StudiosOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world, horror setting and historical setting, while skipping vibe casual

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

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#2Darkest Dungeon®

90

Darkest Dungeon®

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkNarrativeProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 92%· 159KRAWG👍 86%· 1.4KMC84IGDB83· 10OC84· 80

Year 2016Dev Red Hook StudiosPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Its own twist: horror tension, punishing difficulty and fantasy world, while skipping vibe casual

Darkest Dungeon is a roguelike RPG developed by Red Hook Studios. The works of Howard Lovecraft served as the main inspiration for the game which addresses the themes of fear and psychological trauma.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

Genre100Combat100World100Progression100Visuals59Tone51

#3Derelict Star

90

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalNarrativeDarkProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 74%· 2.9KRAWG👍 44%· 62

Year 2018Dev Snowhound Games · 1C CompanyPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, setting scifi and setting space, while skipping vibe casual

In a grim dystopian future, where mankind has scattered across the galaxy and the human society has split into two distinct classes, you are a poor stateless outcast forced to live off scraps from derelict alien stations and ships in the outer space, yet you dream of becoming a privileged citizen…

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

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#4Keep DrivingClosest on visuals

89

Keep Driving

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalNarrativeCasualProceduralExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 94%· 6.0KIGDB90· 1OC89· 22

Year 2025Dev YCJY GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, open world exploration and single-player focus, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

It’s the early 2000’s, and you’ve just bought your first car. A long, slow summer lies ahead. Hearing about a festival on the other side of the country, you fire up your engine, plot a course on your map, and hit the road. How, if you get there at all, is up to you.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

Released 4 years after Brutal Orchestra.

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86

Loop Hero

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalNarrativeDarkProceduralPixel Art2D

Steam👍 93%· 36KIGDB85· 7OC84· 85

Year 2021Dev Four Quarters · Devolver DigitalOn Xbox · Linux · Android

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, fantasy world and single-player focus, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

Genre100Combat100World100Visuals84Tone61Progression0

#6Sword of the Stars: The Pit

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Sword of the Stars: The Pit

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 84%· 1.6KRAWG👍 52%· 56MC68IGDB70· 1

Year 2013Dev Kerberos ProductionsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Stands apart with survival mechanics, melee combat and setting scifi, while skipping vibe casual

A deadly plague ravages your world. Your last hope: a legendary alien facility dug deep into the Feldspar Mountains...a massive Pit, built by the ancient Suul'ka. If 'The Pit' really exists, there might be something left. Something that will give your doctors a fighting chance at the cure.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: tone and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

It predates Brutal Orchestra by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7Chainsaw Warrior (Classic)

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Chainsaw Warrior (Classic)

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkProceduralExplorationLoot2D

Steam👍 62%· 105

Year 2015Dev Auroch DigitalPlaytime ~4hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, survival mechanics and real-time strategy, while skipping vibe casual

Chainsaw Warrior: Lords of the Night is a new chapter for Games Workshop's cult classic! Based on the original Chainsaw Warrior board game, this sequel adds new layers of intensity to the game's unique formula.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

Genre100World100Progression100Combat76Visuals57Tone40

78

Caves of Qud

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalNarrativeProceduralExplorationPixel Art

Steam👍 95%· 12KRAWG👍 83%· 46IGDB94· 1OC90· 11

Year 2015Dev Freehold Games · Kitfox GamesPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, survival mechanics and punishing difficulty, while skipping vibe casual

Caves of Qud is a science fantasy roguelike epic steeped in retrofuturism, deep simulation, and swathes of sentient plants. Come inhabit an exotic world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Decide: is it a dying earth, or is it on the verge of rebirth?Who are you?

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: tone and progression.

Genre100Combat100World74Visuals55Progression45Tone25

78

For the King

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalProceduralExploration2DCo-op

Steam👍 88%· 43KIGDB76· 3OC75· 22

Year 2018Dev IronOak Games · Curve DigitalOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, open world exploration and fantasy world, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

Genre100Combat100World75Progression58Visuals44

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KeeperRL

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalDarkProceduralExplorationSolo

Steam👍 84%· 1.8K

Year 2015Dev Michal BrzozowskiPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and survival mechanics, while skipping vibe casual

KeeperRL is an ambitious dungeon simulator with roguelike and RPG elements. Take the role of an evil wizard and study the methods of black magic. Equip your minions and explore the world, murder innocent villagers and burn their homes.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: visuals and progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

Genre100Combat100World71Tone40Progression19Visuals0

#11Shogun Showdown

65

Shogun Showdown

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalProcedural2DPixel ArtSolo

Steam👍 95%· 6.7KIGDB90· 2OC87· 20

Year 2023Dev Roboatino · Goblinz PublishingPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Stands apart with card game strategy, punishing difficulty and single-player focus, while skipping adventure storytelling

⬇️ WISHLIST OUR UPCOMING STRATEGY GAMEhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1639080?utm_source=steam&utm_campaign=crosspromo&utm_content=shogun About the Game Turn-based combat where every action counts. Carefully position yourself, build up and unleash your attacks at the right time!

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: tone.

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#12Into the Breach

65

Into the Breach

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalProceduralPixel ArtSoloSci-Fi

Steam👍 94%· 22KIGDB90· 10OC88· 73

Year 2018Dev Subset GamesOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, deep simulation and setting scifi, while skipping adventure storytelling

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

Genre100Combat100World100Visuals56

60

XCOM® 2

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalProceduralSoloCo-opMultiplayer

Steam👍 85%· 108KRAWG👍 83%· 1.3KMC88IGDB85· 29OC87· 126

Year 2016Dev Feral Interactive · 2K GamesPlaytime ~15hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, melee combat and setting scifi, while skipping adventure storytelling

The game continues the previous game line: XCOM Enemy Unknown. In XCOM 2 we see the Earth under the rule of aliens. The order established by them is based on total control but is proclaimed as the realm of prosperity and security. However, on the periphery of large cities, there are those who consider it a dictatorship and are struggling to restore independence to people.

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: progression and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Brutal Orchestra.

Genre100World100Combat75Progression0Visuals0

#14Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright

59

Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalNarrativeSoloMultiplayerFantasy

IGDB90· 2OC85· 64

Year 2015Dev Nintendo SPD · Nintendo

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: progression and visuals.

Genre100Combat100Tone30Progression0Visuals0

#15Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest

59

Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalNarrativeSoloMultiplayerHardcore

IGDB90· 2OC86· 65

Year 2015Dev Nintendo SPD · Nintendo

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Its own twist: punishing difficulty, fantasy world and single-player focus, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Brutal Orchestra: progression and visuals.

Genre100Combat100Tone26Progression0Visuals0

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