Caves of Qud has been around for a long time, but the game saw its official 1.0 launch in December 2024. This game has simple graphics but is absolutely filled to the brim with content, ranging from tons of maps to unique questlines. If you somehow manage to get your fill, you may be wondering what else you can play.

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Here, you can check out some of the best games to play if you are a fan of Caves of Qud. These aren't identical to the game, but they focus on different aspects that you may like, such as the exploration or difficulty level.

8 Dwarf Fortress

Dwarf Fortress

Roguelike Strategy Simulation Released August 8, 2006 ESRB t Engine Simple DirectMedia Layer, OpenGL Platform(s) Linux, macOS, Microsoft Windows Developer Bay 12 Games, Tarn Adams, Zach Adams Publisher Bay 12 Games, Tarn Adams, Zach Adams How Long To Beat 200 hours OpenCritic Rating Mighty Powered by Expand Collapse

The game that is compared to Caves of Qud the most is Dwarf Fortress. Back in 2002, Dwarf Fortress was available on PC for free using ASCII graphics giving it an appearance similar to Caves of Qud. Since then, it received a graphical overhaul and launched again in 2022 on Steam.

While Dwarf Fortress is more of a colony management game, it really has the same feel as Caves of Qud in terms of how complex the world around you is. Overall, you may end up surprised at how deep the world is; you only need to look at Steam reviews with 3,000 hours to learn this.

7 Rimworld

RimWorld

Simulation Released October 17, 2018 ESRB M For Mature 17+ due to Blood, Use of Drugs, Violence Developer(s) Ludeon Studios Publisher(s) Ludeon Studios Engine Unity Steam Deck Compatibility Verified Platform(s) PC, PS4, Xbox One Metascore 87 Steam User Rating 98% (October 27, 2023) Powered by Expand Collapse

Rimworld is similar to both Caves of Qud and Dwarf Fortress in terms of complexity. Together, all three games pack a punch filled with complex mechanics and content that may leave you satisfyingly overwhelmed for a little.

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Much like Caves of Qud, Rimworld can suck you in for hours as you plan out your colony, defend against raids, and try to recruit new people. Like Caves of Qud, your playstyle can differ wildly from others. You can become a benevolent leader, giving your colonists the best food, or force them to live in squalor and become cannibals.

6 Kenshi

Kenshi

RPG Open-World Survival Released December 6, 2018 ESRB nr Engine OGRE Platform(s) PC Developer Lo-Fi Games Publisher Lo-Fi Games How Long To Beat 80 Hours Metascore 75 OpenCritic Rating Strong Powered by Expand Collapse

If the difficulty and exploration of Cave of Qud are your favorite aspects, then you are sure to enjoy Kenshi. This is a sandbox RPG that lets you explore a vast world and do pretty much anything you want.

Along the way, you will more than likely face a brutal death time and time again. Overall, the freedom to do whatever you want is extremely appealing. Settle down and become a farmer, or aim for greatness and become a drug-selling overlord.

5 Ancient Domains Of Mystery

Ancient Domains of Mystery

Roguelike Released November 16, 2015 Publisher(s) Assemble Entertainment Platform(s) PC Developer Thomas Biskup Powered by Expand Collapse

Ancient Domains Of Mystery is a roguelike game similar to Caves of Qud. Of course, you can venture through Qud on a safer game mode, but the real fun begins in the classic hardcore mode. Interestingly, this is another old game (1994!) that originally had ASCII graphics. The original version of the game looked more similar to Caves of Qud than this 2015 remaster.

In Ancient Domains Of Mystery, you'll be able to get that classic roguelike RPG feeling. There is tons of content for you to complete, including crawling through dungeons that will inevitably lead to your demise.

4 Tales Of Maj'Eyal

Tales Of Maj'Eyal

RPG Roguelike Released December 31, 2012 ESRB nr Developer(s) TE4 Publisher(s) Netcore Games Engine t-engine Platform(s) PC How Long To Beat 40 Hours Powered by Expand Collapse

Tales of Maj'Eyal is similar to the previous entry on our list. If you like making your way through tough dungeons in Caves of Qud, then Tales of Maj'Eyal is the game for you. Even if you are just a fan of roguelikes in general, this game is worth checking out.

Like Caves of Qud, it can be hard to get the hang of things here. Still, the game has incredible depth that will leave you playing for hours. Many players have compared it to a solo version of a Dungeons and Dragons campaign where you don't have to worry about other party members. Oh yeah, this game also boasts a whopping 37 classes.

3 Fallout

Fallout

RPG 10.0/10 Released October 10, 1997 ESRB m Developer(s) Interplay Publisher(s) Interplay Engine Creation Engine Franchise Fallout Platform(s) PC How Long To Beat 16 Hours Metascore 89 Powered by Expand Collapse

The original Fallout is a post-apocalyptic adventure set in the ruins of the United States after a nuclear war. As a Vault Dweller, you are sent out into the wasteland to find a computer chip to repair the Vault's failing water supply system, but the adventure quickly becomes much more than that.

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If you are a fan of Caves of Qud's freedom of exploration, you'll feel right at home in the original Fallout. Everywhere you go has something interesting to see, allowing you to create your own story in the wasteland.

2 Project Zomboid

Project Zomboid

Survival Horror Released November 8, 2013 ESRB m Developer(s) The Indie Stone Publisher(s) The Indie Stone Engine LWJGL Multiplayer Local Multiplayer Platform(s) PC How Long To Beat 60 Hours Steam User Rating 94% (November 2, 2023) Powered by Expand Collapse

If you like zombie games, then you've probably heard about Project Zomboid. If the difficulty in Caves of Qud appeals to you, then Project Zomboid may interest you. In this game, you are a simple character trying to survive in a world filled with zombies.

Of course, death is around every corner. If you do happen to die, you can continue playing, but you may see your former zombie self wandering the world with your items. Much like Caves of Qud, Project Zomboid has been in early access for a very long time; maybe one day, it will see its 1.0 launch.

1 Moonring

Moonring

RPG Dungeon Crawler Roguelike Released September 29, 2023 ESRB e Developer(s) Fluttermind, LLC Publisher(s) Fluttermind, LLC Engine LÖVE Platform(s) PC How Long To Beat 20 Hours Powered by Expand Collapse

Moonring is an entirely free retro-inspired turn-based RPG with roguelike elements. Set in the hand-crafted world of Caldera, you are able to explore, quest, fight, or do whatever else your heart desires.

Like Caves of Qud, Moonring is defined by its exploration. You will begin your journey lost and with very little information about how to proceed, but as you piece things together the adventure only becomes more enjoyable.

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