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We filtered the 14 games similar to Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel down to the 9 that fit the “Hardcore” category. The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+, Boneraiser Minions and Vampire Survivors top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel.

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The best hardcore games like Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel

9 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel. Each one has been evaluated across 19 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.

#1The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+Closest overall match

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloCo-opMultiplayerMeleeHardcoreDarkNarrativeProceduralFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 69%· 7.0KIGDB83· 3OC82· 21

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

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and shooter

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

Where it drifts furthest from Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: progression and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel.

It predates Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Boneraiser MinionsClosest on tone

iRank96

GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloCo-opMeleeHardcoreCasualDarkProceduralFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 96%· 5.3K

Year 2022Dev Anthony Case · CaiyswarePlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat

≠ Where it differs: brings ranged combat, offline and visual pixel, while skipping shooter

~ 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 Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: visuals and setting.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloCo-opMeleeHardcoreCasualDarkProceduralFantasy

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

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

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat

≠ Where it differs: brings ranged combat, offline and visual pixel, while skipping shooter

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 Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: visuals and setting.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkNarrativeProceduralFantasyIsometric

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

Dev Chasing CarrotsPlaytime ~8hOn PC · Linux

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat

≠ Its own twist: ranged combat, setting medieval and visual pixel, while skipping shooter

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 Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: visuals and game mode.

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#5HadesClosest on setting

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeNarrativeHardcoreProceduralMythologyFantasyIsometric

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

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

✓ Same family of action roguelites: roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, exploration and discovery and loot and gear systems, while skipping shooter

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 Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: progression and game mode.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMeleeHardcoreCasualProceduralEarly Access

Steam👍 96%· 14KRAWG👍 79%· 27

Year 2019Dev PixeljamPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of action roguelites: roguelike runs, action RPG combat and deep RPG systems

≠ Its own twist: ranged combat, setting space and setting scifi, while skipping shooter

- 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 Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: setting and visuals.

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeHardcoreProceduralFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 91%· 21KIGDB74· 5OC77· 39

Year 2018Dev Contingent99On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are action roguelites — sharing roguelike runs, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, combat magic and offline, while skipping shooter

Where it drifts furthest from Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: progression and visuals.

Genre100World100Game mode79Combat50Tone47Setting46

GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeHardcoreProceduralFantasy

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, deep RPG systems and punishing difficulty

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, combat magic and offline, while skipping action RPG combat

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 Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: progression and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel.

It predates Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Voidigo

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GenreRoguelikeSubgenreAction Roguelite

Co-opSoloMeleeHardcoreProcedural

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, ranged combat and offline, while skipping deep RPG systems

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 Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel: visuals and combat.

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