Ranking The Best DESIGNED Roguelikes

Today, we meticulously rank and evaluate over 80 beloved (and infamous) roguelikes and roguelites. All aspects will be considered when objectively ranking each game including, risk vs. reward, diversity, synergies, level design, enemy design, charm and visuals, audio, and much more. This is an open discussion! If you have any additional thoughts or disagreements, please feel free to comment below. If you like Roguelike/roguelite content, check out our video “What Makes A Good Roguelike,“ a deep-dive into the development of the popular indie genre: === GAMES SHOWCASED === 0:00 - Intro 1:01 - 20 Minutes Till Dawn (2022) 2:13 - Across the Obelisk (2022) 4:14 - Arcanium (2020) 5:47 - Astral Ascent (2022) 7:51 - Backpack Hero (2023) 10:08 - Binding of Isaac (2011) 11:57 - Blazing Beaks (2017) 14:37 - Boneraiser Minions (2022) 17:01 - Brotato (2022) 19:12 - Captain Forever Remix (2015) 21:15