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We filtered the 18 games similar to Cat Bait down to the 11 that fit the “Hardcore” category. Halls of Torment, The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ and Nova Drift top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Cat Bait.

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The best hardcore games like Cat Bait

11 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Cat Bait. Each one has been evaluated across 16 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.

#1Halls of TormentClosest overall match

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloRangedMeleeHardcoreNarrativeProceduralFantasyPixel Art2D

Steam👍 96%· 31KRAWG👍 87%· 53IGDB90· 2OC84· 16

Dev Chasing CarrotsPlaytime ~8hOn PC · Linux

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping horror tension

PRELUDE AVAILABLE NOWhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2316660 About the GameHalls of Torment is a horde survival game in a pre rendered retro look reminiscent of RPGs from the late 90s. Choose one of many hero characters and descend into the deadly Halls of Torment. Fight unholy horrors from beyond and survive wave after wave until you face one of the tormented lords.

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: setting.

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#2The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+Closest on setting

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeProceduralHorrorFantasyPixel Art2D

Steam👍 69%· 7.0KIGDB83· 3OC82· 21

Year 2017Dev Edmund McMillen · Nicalis, Inc.On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, horror tension and punishing difficulty

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and shooter, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: game mode and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against overwhelmingly positive for Cat Bait.

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#3Nova DriftClosest on tone

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloRangedMeleeHardcoreCasualProcedural2DEarly Access

Steam👍 96%· 14KRAWG👍 79%· 27

Year 2019Dev PixeljamPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of action roguelites: roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, deep RPG systems and setting space, while skipping horror tension

- SURVIVE - EVOLVE - DOMINATE - Nova Drift is a "Roguelite" space shooter which melds a classic arcade experience with modern action-RPG elements. Your ship rapidly evolves as you defeat enemies, allowing you to shape its abilities and weaponry to your desires in a matter of minutes.

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: setting.

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#4Vampire SurvivorsClosest on visuals

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloRangedMeleeHardcoreCasualProceduralFantasyPixel Art2D

Steam👍 98%· 262KRAWG👍 89%· 792OC88· 49

Year 2022Dev ponclePlaytime ~11hOn PC · Xbox · iOS

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping horror tension

Vampire Survivors is currently a time survival game with minimalistic gameplay and roguelite elements. There's no place where to hide, all you can do is try to survive a cursed night and get as much gold as possible for the next survivor, before Death inevitably puts an end to your struggles.

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: game mode.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloRangedMeleeHardcoreCasualProceduralFantasyPixel Art2D

Steam👍 96%· 5.3K

Year 2022Dev Anthony Case · CaiyswarePlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping horror tension

~ In a time long ago, those with forbidden power over the dead were branded as wretched Boneraisers. Such heathen were hunted, hanged, burnt, and staked, and their remains sealed within sanctified mausoleums.

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: game mode.

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#6Hades

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeNarrativeHardcoreProceduralFantasy

Steam👍 98%· 303KRAWG👍 89%· 2.1KMC93IGDB94· 17OC94· 190

Year 2020Dev Supergiant GamesPlaytime ~10hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of action roguelites: roguelike runs, strong narrative focus and punishing difficulty

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling, while skipping horror tension

Hades is a rogue-like dungeon crawler that combines the best aspects of Supergiant's critically acclaimed titles, including the fast-paced action of Bastion, the rich atmosphere and depth of Transistor, and the character-driven storytelling of Pyre.

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: visuals and setting.

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#7Voidigo

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloRangedMeleeHardcoreProceduralPixel Art2D

Steam👍 97%· 4.8K

Year 2021Dev semiworkPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Fits the action roguelites cluster, with roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and procedural generation

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, offline and co op, while skipping horror tension

Voidigo is a chaotic and colorful roguelite shooter with a focus on dynamic boss fights. Equip one of the many ranged weapons and fight back the corruption. Or use one of the melee weapons if you prefer a more personal approach. Dodge attacks and stomp your enemies to gain the upper hand. The many bosses of Voidigo will put up a good fight, relentlessly fueled by the void's corruption.

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: game mode and tone.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeHardcoreProceduralFantasy2DPixel Art

Steam👍 73%· 1.6KRAWG👍 30%· 47MC62IGDB75· 2

Year 2013Dev Robot Loves KittyPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the action roguelites cluster, with roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and procedural generation

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and combat magic, while skipping horror tension

As you journey deep into the dungeon, you will find weapons, items, and long forgotten magic.. ..if you're lucky, it might help you to fight off the droves of mysterious creatures you will encounter.

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: game mode and tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Cat Bait.

It predates Cat Bait by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeHardcoreProceduralFantasyPixel Art2D

Steam👍 91%· 21KIGDB74· 5OC77· 39

Year 2018Dev Contingent99On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and procedural generation

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat, while skipping horror tension

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: game mode and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Cat Bait.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreRoguelike Deckbuilder

SoloMeleeRangedHardcoreProceduralFantasy

Steam👍 83%· 674RAWG👍 42%· 26MC67IGDB68· 2OC67· 11

Year 2016Dev BetaDwarfPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with Cat Bait: roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and procedural generation

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, card game strategy and action RPG combat, while skipping horror tension

"Extremely fun game with constant action and virtually limitless replayability. Every new battle you start is different, there are endless possibilities of deck building with all 4 characters." - Jyren "I love this game!

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: visuals and tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Cat Bait.

It predates Cat Bait by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreRoguelike Deckbuilder

SoloHardcoreProceduralFantasy2D

Steam👍 98%· 213KRAWG👍 89%· 1.1KMC86IGDB93· 6OC89· 56

Year 2019Dev Humble BundlePlaytime ~12hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Cat Bait, expect roguelike runs, punishing difficulty and procedural generation

≠ Stands apart with card game strategy, deep RPG systems and turn-based strategy, while skipping horror tension

We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire! Features: - Dynamic Deck Building: Choose your cards wisely!

Where it drifts furthest from Cat Bait: tone.

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