Games like Kingsway

92% positive from 1,713 reviewsReleased 2017Steam Deck Playable$9.99

What it is

This is a roguelike RPG with a unique operating system interface. Players manage inventory, combat, and quests through a simulated OS in a randomly generated world.

What players liked

Kingsway is a unique RPG roguelike with engaging combat and a fictional operating system interface.

The catch

Fighting means clicking small buttons on windows that keep moving, which quickly grates.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 92% positive, but with 1,713 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Kingsway

Talented

92% positive from 1,488 reviews202412% finish itDeck Playable

Arcade roguelite shoot 'em up with randomly generated skill trees. Players craft unique builds to survive a dungeon and unlock classes.

What players likedPlayers praise the new Auto Aim feature, making it an enjoyable idle game where they choose power-ups.

The catchThe random, fog hidden talent tree makes build choices feel arbitrary and pointless.

Both are tagged Retro and Pixel Graphics.

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KeeperRL

84% positive from 1,790 reviews20244% finish itDeck Verified

Retro roguelike dungeon simulator where you build a dungeon, recruit and control minions in tactical turn-based combat. It features deep simulation and multiple playable evil factions.

The catchHeavy micromanagement through a clunky, barebones UI with few quality of life tools.

Both are tagged Retro, Rogue-like and RPG.

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SanctuaryRPG: Black Edition

91% positive from 1,585 reviews2015Deck Verified

This is a humorous, turn-based roguelike RPG with ASCII graphics and a strategic combat system. Players explore dungeons, collect loot, and experiment with numerous class and race combinations.

What players likedPlayers praise its strategic depth in character building and itemization, with a unique ASCII art style.

The catchThe loop turns into repetitive grinding, with combat that barely changes for hours.

Both are tagged Retro, RPG and Adventure.

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The friends of Ringo Ishikawa

89% positive from 3,114 reviews201813% finish itDeck Playable

Existential open-world beat'em up with school sim elements. Explore a town, engage in brawls, and experience a coming-of-age story.

What players likedPlayers praise its melancholic mood and story, comparing it to a life sim where you can beat people up.

The catchIt explains almost nothing, so you wander aimlessly or reach for a guide.

Both are tagged Retro, Pixel Graphics and RPG.

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Princess Remedy in a World of Hurt

98% positive from 2,916 reviews2016Deck Playable

A short, whimsical action-adventure where you heal diverse enemies with magic. It's a charming, lighthearted experience with a focus on combat and healing.

What players likedPlayers praise its peak music and engaging combat where you attack viruses with pills and throwable weapons.

The catchBuggy on PC, with broken controller support and a game that will not close properly.

Both are tagged Retro, Pixel Graphics and Adventure.

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Retro City Rampage™ DX

88% positive from 2,426 reviews20141% finish itDeck Verified

This is an 8-bit open-world action game featuring carjacking and missions. It offers a nostalgic, retro feel with extensive customization and arcade challenges.

What players likedPlayers say it's like GTA or NES games, praising its fun, varied, and improving gameplay, especially in free roam.

The catchNonstop retro references sit on top of dull GTA clone gameplay that is not fun.

Both are tagged Retro, Pixel Graphics and Adventure.

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