Rank 01Why this
Also Music and Rhythm, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
- $19.99 (Price checked Nov 10)
- Deck Verified
- 2025
Games like Crypt of the NecroDancer
- 30 games
- Updated Oct 18, 2026
Players who liked Crypt of the NecroDancer also play
The closest matches to Crypt of the NecroDancer: Rift of the NecroDancer, Nuclear Throne, BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE, Wizard of Legend, and The Metronomicon: Slay The Dance Floor. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Rank 02Why this
Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
- $11.99 (Price checked Nov 10)
- Deck Verified
- 2015
Rank 03- $19.99 (Price checked Nov 10)
- Deck Playable
- 2020
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Spelunky
Why this: Also Rogue-like and Procedural Generation, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
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Enter the Gungeon
Why this: Also Rogue-like and Dungeon Crawler, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Rank 08 
The full ranked list: top 24 games like Crypt of the NecroDancer
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Also Rogue-like and Procedural Generation, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
- 92% of 10,185 reviews
- 7Enter the Gungeon
Also Rogue-like and Dungeon Crawler, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
- 95% of 38,640 reviews
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Also Rogue-lite and Dungeon Crawler, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
- 58% of 122 reviews
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- Released: 2015
- Developer: Brace Yourself Games
- Price: $14.99checked Nov 10
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 96% of 12,463 reviews
- Genres: Action, Indie, RPG
- Metacritic 87
- Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Players highlight
- Character abilities drastically change playstyle
- Co op mode doubles the fun
- Every move must sync with the beat
- Challenging
- Contemplative
- Hypnotic
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Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.
The Binding of Isaac
Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix+
Why this: Also Music and Rhythm, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Tales of Maj'Eyal
Why this: Also Rogue-like and Dungeon Crawler, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Crypt of the NecroDancer at current Steam store prices.
Temp Zero
Why this: Shares rhythm sync combat with Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Crown Trick
Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
ROBOBEAT
Why this: Also Music and Rhythm, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Rift of the NecroDancer
Why this: Also Music and Rhythm, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Nuclear Throne
Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Spelunky
Why this: Also Rogue-like and Procedural Generation, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
Enter the Gungeon
Why this: Also Rogue-like and Dungeon Crawler, like Crypt of the NecroDancer.
About Crypt of the NecroDancer
The closest matches to Crypt of the NecroDancer: Rift of the NecroDancer, Nuclear Throne, BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE, Wizard of Legend, and The Metronomicon: Slay The Dance Floor. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Crypt of the NecroDancer is your kind of game, the closest matches are Rift of the NecroDancer, Nuclear Throne and BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as challenging, contemplative and hypnotic, and single out its boss rhythm sequences and character unique abilities. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Released in 2015, Crypt of the NecroDancer combines action RPG dungeon crawling with rhythm-based mechanics. Every action occurs in sync with the beat, as players navigate procedural dungeon floors, engage in turn-based combat that unfolds to the music, and face boss-rhythm sequences. Reviewers note that each character offers unique abilities that dramatically alter playstyle, while the local co-op mode adds another dimension to the experience. Players describe it as challenging, intense, and hypnotic, finding that repeated failures ultimately lead to satisfying mastery as the turn-based combat reveals itself as a living puzzle. The game holds a 96% positive rating from over 12,000 Steam reviews, runs verified on Steam Deck, and is currently priced at $2.99.
About Crypt of the NecroDancer: 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!
Is Crypt of the NecroDancer worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 96% of 12,463 Steam reviews are positive.
- Last 30 days: 88% positive across 51 new reviews, in line with its all-time score.
- Price: $14.99 (checked Nov 8).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 10 h when they wrote their review.
- Critics had played a median of 3 h before their negative review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Character abilities drastically change playstyle
- Co op mode doubles the fun
- Every move must sync with the beat
- Satisfying mastery after repeated failures
People who play it also play: Rift of the NecroDancer, Nuclear Throne, BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE
Frequently asked about Crypt of the NecroDancer
Can I run it?
Is Crypt of the NecroDancer verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Crypt of the NecroDancer is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Crypt of the NecroDancer cost?
Crypt of the NecroDancer is listed on Steam at 14.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Crypt of the NecroDancer have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Crypt of the NecroDancer supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen Co-op, Co-op).
What games are most similar to Crypt of the NecroDancer?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Crypt of the NecroDancer are Rift of the NecroDancer, Nuclear Throne, BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE.
Who developed Crypt of the NecroDancer?
Crypt of the NecroDancer was developed by Brace Yourself Games and published by Brace Yourself Games, Klei Entertainment.