The best game like Hades is its sequel, Hades II, which builds on the original’s fast combat, build variety and story-between-runs in every way. Beyond it, Dead Cells brings the same fluid action, Curse of the Dead Gods is the closest mechanical clone, and Returnal delivers the roguelike rush in 3D.
Here are the best games like Hades — action roguelikes about tight combat, powerful build synergies and run-based progression — and which one suits you.
Best games like Hades
Eight action roguelikes that capture Hades’ tight combat, build variety and moreish run-based loop.
| Game | Platforms | Why it’s like Hades |
|---|---|---|
| Hades II | PC, PS, Xbox, Switch | The direct sequel — more combat, builds and story-between-runs |
| Dead Cells | PC, PS, Xbox, Switch | Fluid combat and run-based progression with huge variety |
| Curse of the Dead Gods | PC, PS, Xbox, Switch | The closest mechanical clone — weapon-swap, escalating curses |
| Enter the Gungeon | PC, PS, Xbox, Switch | A chaotic bullet-hell roguelike with a huge arsenal |
| Returnal | PC, PS | The roguelike rush in stunning third-person 3D |
| Risk of Rain 2 | PC, PS, Xbox, Switch | Escalating 3D roguelike with stacking items and co-op |
| Rogue Legacy 2 | PC, PS, Xbox, Switch | Run-based action with generational, permanent progression |
| Slay the Spire | PC, PS, Xbox, Switch, mobile | Deck-building roguelike for fans of builds and synergies |
How we picked them
Hades nailed the action roguelike: snappy combat, build-defining boons, and a loop that makes “just one more run” irresistible — all wrapped in a story that advances even when you lose. We prioritised games that deliver that combat-and-build rush. Hades II is the obvious number one as the sequel, Dead Cells is the best for fluid action, and Curse of the Dead Gods is the closest in structure. Returnal and Risk of Rain 2 carry the formula into 3D, while Slay the Spire is the pick for players who loved stacking synergies most.
The top picks explained
Four games that best fill the Hades-shaped hole.
#1
Best action
Most Hades-like
Best in 3D
More run-based and indie picks? See our best roguelike games, best indie games and best co-op games guides.
Which one to play
Pick based on what you loved about Hades.
| You loved… | Play |
|---|---|
| More of the same | Hades II |
| Fast, fluid combat | Dead Cells |
| The closest mechanical match | Curse of the Dead Gods |
| Builds and synergies | Slay the Spire or Risk of Rain 2 |
