Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION (2026)
Every game below overlaps with DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: Never Split the Party, which both difficult.
- DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION is tagged Action, Cartoon, Rogue-like, Hand-drawn, Spectacle fighter, Difficult, Retro, Dungeon Crawler by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 1 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Never Split the Party
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Rogue-like, Difficult and Dungeon Crawler; released around the same time (2019).
Never Split the Party is an ultra social rogue-like! You're one of four adventurers joining together to explore a procedurally generated dungeon, amass powerful upgrades, and cooperate with your fellow adventures to conquer and crush the evil dungeon champions!
Never Split the Party at a glance Released 2019 Studio Legend Studio Player sentiment 76% positive of 4,400 Price Free Rogue-likeDifficultDungeon CrawlerProcedural GenerationDarkRPG2D
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Darkest Dungeon
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 6 player tags including Dungeon Crawler, Rogue-like and RPG.
Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?
Darkest Dungeon at a glance Released 2016 Studio Red Hook Studios Player sentiment 92% positive of 161,942 Price $3.74 Dungeon CrawlerRogue-likeRPGDifficultDark2D
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Hades
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Rogue-like, RPG and Dungeon Crawler; released around the same time (2020).
Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.
Hades at a glance Released 2020 Studio Supergiant Games Player sentiment 98% positive of 308,085 Price $24.99 Rogue-likeRPGDungeon CrawlerDifficultHand-drawn
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Elin
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 6 player tags including Rogue-like, RPG and Dungeon Crawler; released around the same time (2024).
Successor to the roguelike RPG "Elona". Adventure, survival, crafting, home-building, myths passed down, and stories of humans and Elea spun. What scars will you leave on the land of Ylva?
Elin at a glance Released 2024 Studio Lafrontier Player sentiment 93% positive of 9,154 Price $19.99 Rogue-likeRPGDungeon Crawler2DDifficultProcedural Generation
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The Binding of Isaac
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Rogue-like, Difficult and Procedural Generation.
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The Binding of Isaac at a glance Released 2011 Studio Edmund McMillen Player sentiment 95% positive of 62,842 Price $4.99 Rogue-likeDifficultProcedural GenerationDark2DDungeon CrawlerRPG
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The First Berserker: Khazan
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Difficult, RPG and Dark; released around the same time (2025).
The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies.
The First Berserker: Khazan at a glance Released 2025 Studio Neople Player sentiment 85% positive of 32,183 Price $35.99 DifficultRPGDarkCartoonCombat
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Iratus: Lord of the Dead
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Rogue-like and Dark; released around the same time (2020).
Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!
Iratus: Lord of the Dead at a glance Released 2020 Studio Unfrozen Player sentiment 86% positive of 8,251 Price $2.99 RPGRogue-likeDark2DDifficultDungeon Crawler
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Crypt of the NecroDancer
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Difficult, Rogue-like and Dungeon Crawler.
Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!
Crypt of the NecroDancer at a glance Released 2014 Studio Brace Yourself Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 26,481 Price $14.99 DifficultRogue-likeDungeon CrawlerRPG2DProcedural GenerationRetro
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Stoneshard
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Rogue-like and Procedural Generation; released around the same time (2020).
Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.
Stoneshard at a glance Released 2020 Studio Ink Stains Games Player sentiment 75% positive of 35,515 Price $24.99 RPGRogue-likeProcedural Generation2DDungeon CrawlerDifficult
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Battletoads
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Beat 'em up, Hand-drawn and Cartoon.
• Over-the-top combat with combos and hard-hitting morph attacks • Wild, varied gameplay sequences for all types of gamers • Hand-drawn animation feels like playing a cartoon • Drop-in couch co-op for three players
Battletoads at a glance Released 1991 Studio Rare Ltd. Player sentiment 68% positive of 2,403 Price $19.99 Beat 'em upHand-drawnCartoonCombatRetroComedyDifficult
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Slay the Spire
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 6 player tags including Rogue-like, Difficult and Dungeon Crawler; released around the same time (2019).
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!
Slay the Spire at a glance Released 2019 Studio Mega Crit Player sentiment 97% positive of 217,947 Price $24.99 Rogue-likeDifficultDungeon CrawlerRPG2DProcedural Generation
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Hades II
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Rogue-like, RPG and Dungeon Crawler; released around the same time (2025).
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.
Hades II at a glance Released 2025 Studio Supergiant Games Player sentiment 96% positive of 122,855 Price $29.99 Rogue-likeRPGDungeon CrawlerHand-drawn
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Noita
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 5 player tags including Rogue-like, Difficult and Dungeon Crawler; released around the same time (2020).
Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.
Noita at a glance Released 2020 Studio Nolla Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 88,598 Price $19.99 Rogue-likeDifficultDungeon Crawler2DRPG
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Halls of Torment
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Rogue-like, RPG and 2D; released around the same time (2024).
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Halls of Torment at a glance Released 2024 Studio Chasing Carrots Player sentiment 95% positive of 31,787 Price $6.66 Rogue-likeRPG2DDark
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ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including 2D, Difficult and Dark; released around the same time (2021).
ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.
ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights at a glance Released 2021 Studio Live Wire Player sentiment 94% positive of 45,705 Price $24.99 2DDifficultDarkHand-drawn
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REMNANT II
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Dark and Combat; released around the same time (2023).
REMNANT II® pits survivors of humanity against new deadly creatures and god-like bosses across terrifying worlds. Play solo or co-op with two other friends to explore the depths of the unknown to stop an evil from destroying reality itself.
REMNANT II at a glance Released 2023 Studio Gunfire Games Player sentiment 82% positive of 68,419 Price $49.99 RPGDarkCombatLooter Shooter
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Heroes of Hammerwatch II
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including RPG, Rogue-like and Dungeon Crawler; released around the same time (2025).
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Heroes of Hammerwatch II at a glance Released 2025 Studio Crackshell Player sentiment 82% positive of 6,497 Price $19.99 RPGRogue-likeDungeon CrawlerProcedural Generation2DCombatRetro
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Lost Castle / 失落城堡
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 6 player tags including Beat 'em up, Dungeon Crawler and Rogue-like.
Lost Castle is an action RPG beat'em up with roguelike elements and randomized dungeons for up to four players online and local!
Lost Castle / 失落城堡 at a glance Released 2016 Studio Hunter Studio Player sentiment 86% positive of 23,959 Price $2.99 Beat 'em upDungeon CrawlerRogue-likeDifficultRPG2D
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Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including 2D, Retro and Dark.
Selected by the fickle finger of fate, Abe™, floor-waxer first class for RuptureFarms, was catapulted into a life of adventure when he overheard plans by his boss, Molluck the Glukkon™, to turn Abe and his fellow Mudokons into Tasty Treats as part of a last-ditch effort to rescue Molluck's failing meat-packing empire.
Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee at a glance Released 1997 Studio Oddworld Inhabitants Player sentiment 85% positive of 4,534 Price $2.99 2DRetroDarkComedyDifficult
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Dungeon of the ENDLESS
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 6 player tags including Rogue-like, RPG and Dungeon Crawler.
Dungeon of the ENDLESS™ is a Rogue-Like Dungeon-Defense game, in which the player and their team of heroes must protect the generator of their crashed ship while exploring an ever-expanding dungeon, all while facing waves of monsters and special events as they try to find their way out...
Dungeon of the ENDLESS at a glance Released 2014 Studio AMPLITUDE Studios Player sentiment 85% positive of 14,040 Price $11.99 Rogue-likeRPGDungeon CrawlerProcedural GenerationDifficult2D
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Exanima
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Dungeon Crawler and Difficult.
Explore, fight, survive and unravel mysteries in this unique and unforgiving 3D isometric RPG set in an original dark, low fantasy world. Exanima's exceptional attention to detail and realistic simulation of all things aim to provide a deeply immersive and dynamic gameplay experience.
Exanima at a glance Released 2015 Studio Bare Mettle Entertainment Player sentiment 80% positive of 13,896 Price $14.99 RPGDungeon CrawlerDifficultRogue-like
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DELTARUNE
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 5 player tags including RPG, 2D and Comedy; released around the same time (2025).
Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-5 are available now, with more planned as free updates!
DELTARUNE at a glance Released 2025 Studio tobyfox Player sentiment 98% positive of 133,535 Price $24.99 RPG2DComedyDarkRetro
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LIZARDS MUST DIE
Why it matched: both atmospheric and difficult; shares 3 player tags including Spectacle fighter, Difficult and RPG; published by the same company; released around the same time (2023).
The great exploits of the Ancient Rus in the war with the lizards. Immerse yourself in the world of Hyperborea and defeat hordes of Lizards and other unholy who encroached on holy places Ancestors. Choose a blessed hero and go save the world from the green plague.
LIZARDS MUST DIE at a glance Released 2023 Studio Smola Game Studio Player sentiment 96% positive of 26,441 Price $3.99 Spectacle fighterDifficultRPG
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Dome Keeper
Why it matched: both atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Rogue-like, Combat and Procedural Generation; released around the same time (2022).
Defend against waves of alien monsters in this unique roguelike action miner. Dig for resources, collect useful gadgets, and upgrade equipment to increase odds of survival – just hurry back before your dome is destroyed!
Dome Keeper at a glance Released 2022 Studio Bippinbits Player sentiment 92% positive of 22,239 Price $5.39 Rogue-likeCombatProcedural GenerationRetro2D
Common questions
What game is most like DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION?
Never Split the Party, on the evidence we have. It both difficult. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.