Best Procedural Generation games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated procedural generation games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free procedural generation games are available at the bottom of the page.
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A Game About Digging A Hole
A minimalist game about digging a hole in the garden of a newly purchased house. Collect resources, sell them, upgrade your equipment and discover a mysterious secret. Costs you only one coffee!
Keep Driving
An atmospheric management RPG about life on the open road. Pick up hitchhikers, work odd jobs, customize and repair your car, and map your route across the country. Use upgrades, skills and items to overcome challenges. And remember to take it easy. You’re young. You have time.
Eyes of War
Eyes of War is a real-time strategy game set in the medieval era, offering both single-player and multiplayer experiences where you can control every unit in character mode. Build your castle, lead your army, and dominate the map. Eyes of War invites you to epic battles of the medieval era!
Rift Wizard 2
Rift Wizard 2 is a tough as nails traditional roguelike wizard simulator. You play as an immortal amnesiac wizard who must journey through the cosmos to defeat his nemesis. Each run, you'll build a unique repertoire of spells, passive skills, and magical artifacts.
DEAD LETTER DEPT.
Working at a data entry job in the big city, you type up and transcribe the lost mail and letters that have nowhere else to go. But as the days carry on oddities in the mail start to emerge, and cracks begin to appear.
Learning Factory
Build intricate supply chains to meet your feline customers' needs. Discover underground and air transport layers, a vast research tree, procedural worlds, machine learning, and endless automation in this relaxing, enemyless game.
Settlements Rising
Settlements Rising is a medieval city building and colony management game. It offers a lively colony experience with simulated villagers, dozens of professions and resources, natural disasters, and raids, while providing full control over the colony through trade, production chains and datas.
IDUN - Frontline Survival
A defense RTS where you can move turrets at will. Extract resources, upgrade technology, and defend against enemy swarms in a gripping space campaign. Hold the line, set up your turrets, and brace for screen-filling hordes!
Aotenjo: Infinite Hands
The Mahjong Roguelike. Aotenjo: Infinite Hands is an deckbuilder where you will use Mahjong styles all over the world to beat innate threats, play different Patterns and combos, reach the "bottom" of Aotenjo, and discover ancient secrets....
Tyrant's Realm
Tyrant's Realm is a roguelite action-adventure inspired by classic PS1 visuals. Explore procedurally generated dark fantasy worlds, battling through dangers that evolve with each run. Death is not the end, as the night is still young.
Heroes of Hammerwatch II
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
The Last Flame
Recruit a party of unique heroes, fight deadly encounters, loot and craft powerful gear, discover and create thousands of synergetic builds! The Last Flame is an endless roguelike auto-battler in which you guide a righteous party of heroes through many challenges.
Warden's Will
Warden’s Will is a fast paced movement shooter roguelite, playable solo or in up-to 3 player co-op. Choose your Warden, master unique movements and abilities, and overpower hordes of robots in intense battles. Fly, dash, smash, and turn bullet-hell into bullet-heaven!
Murky Divers
Solo or up to 8 players. Get rid of your employer's failed experiments in abandoned underwater labs. Navigate your submarine, avoid abyssal terrors, and remove all corpses.
Caves of Qud
Caves of Qud is a science fantasy roguelike epic steeped in retrofuturism, deep simulation, and swathes of sentient plants. Come inhabit an exotic world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations.
Dungeon Clawler
Dungeon Clawler is a Roguelike Claw Machine Deckbuilder. Build your deck, grab weapons and items from the claw machine to battle enemies, discover powerful perks that create game-changing synergies and unleash crazy combos as you fight your way through the dungeon!
Seer's Gambit
A strategic, hero-drafting roguelite RPG that rewards smart positioning, player agency, and synergies-building within your party. Explore a perilous world brimming with upgrades to discover and unlock. Choose the right combination of heroes, equipment, skills, and buffs to craft your perfect team.
NETHER DUNGEONS
Nether Dungeons is an action-packed dungeon crawler. Battle through procedurally generated dungeons, face relentless enemies, and defeat epic bosses. Customize your hero, wield diverse weapons, and survive intense challenges as you descend into ever-changing, dangerous depths.
Space Trash Scavenger
Grab your jetpack and explore procedural asteroid fields, derelict spaceships and abandoned outposts. Build and automate your Space Rig to process scavenged trash. Craft, trade and fight your way home in this interstellar, open-world survival sandbox.
Dungeons of Blood and Dream
Play as a mighty Blood Wizard on a quest to escape a death-loop of psychedelic dungeons. Slay disgusting creatures using a large array of bladed weapons and unnerving spells, harness the power of cursed rings, find mysterious treasures, and learn the secrets of the universe you are trapped in.
ZEPHON
From the developers of Warhammer 40,000: Gladius, ZEPHON is a post-apocalyptic 4X strategy game built on Proxy’s unique tactical combat system. Guide survivors through a turbulent future, navigating unexpected disasters, eldritch horror and cyberpunk monstrosities. What will you do to survive?
Most played procedural generation games on Steam
Take a look at the top procedural generation games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Deep Rock Galactic
Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring badass space Dwarves, 100% destructible environments, procedurally-generated caves, and endless hordes of alien monsters. Deep Rock Galactic is a dwarf, co-op and pve game developed by Ghost Ship Games and published by Coffee Stain Publishing. Released on May 13th 2020 has received 339,834 reviews of which 330,525 were positive and 9,309 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played procedural generation game, thanks to its 3,898 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
330,525
9,309
3,898
players
2. Caves of Qud
Caves of Qud is a science fantasy roguelike epic steeped in retrofuturism, deep simulation, and swathes of sentient plants. Come inhabit an exotic world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Caves of Qud is a procedural generation, turn-based combat and open world game developed by Freehold Games and published by Kitfox Games. Released on December 05th 2024 has received 10,232 reviews of which 9,747 were positive and 485 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 353 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among procedural generation games based on player count.
9.3
9,747
485
353
players
3. Phoenix Point
The acclaimed strategy game from the creator of X-COM. Fight tactical battles on procedural maps against a foe that adapts to your tactics. Manage diplomacy and economy on a global scale. Research, explore, overcome. Now includes Steam Workshop support for mods! Phoenix Point is a tactical, turn-based strategy and grand strategy game developed and published by Snapshot Games Inc.. Released on December 03rd 2020 has received 6,271 reviews of which 4,553 were positive and 1,718 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. While seeing 266 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among procedural generation games based on player count.
7.1
4,553
1,718
266
players
4. Rogue Tower
Rogue Tower is a tower defense game with roguelike elements and a continuously expanding path which you can influence. Unlock, build, upgrade, expand, defend. Rogue Tower is a tower defense, strategy and rogue-like game developed and published by Die of Death Games. Released on January 28th 2022 has received 5,580 reviews of which 4,598 were positive and 982 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. With 186 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played procedural generation games.
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4,598
982
186
players
5. Luck be a Landlord
Luck be a Landlord is a roguelike deckbuilder about using a slot machine to earn rent money and defeat capitalism. This game does not contain any real-world currency gambling or microtransactions. Luck be a Landlord is a roguelike deckbuilder, deckbuilding and rogue-lite game developed and published by TrampolineTales. Released on January 06th 2023 has received 10,548 reviews of which 9,853 were positive and 695 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 162 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played procedural generation games.
9.1
9,853
695
162
players
6. Baldi's Basics Plus
Baldi's Basics® Plus is an active stealth roguelike that parodies cheap '90s edutainment with a subtle horror twist! Play Hide & Seek with Baldi as he chases you through procedurally generated levels while using your surroundings, items, and game knowledge to shift chaos in your favor. Baldi's Basics Plus is a rogue-like, stealth and horror game developed by Basically Games and published by Basically Games and LLC. Released on June 11th 2020 has received 7,145 reviews of which 6,982 were positive and 163 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 149 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played procedural generation games.
9.4
6,982
163
149
players
7. Dungeon Alchemist
Dungeon Alchemist is mapmaking software for tabletop RPG's that enables you to make amazing, high-quality maps in seconds! Dungeon Alchemist is a software, level editor and procedural generation game developed and published by Briganti. Released on March 31st 2022 has received 3,221 reviews of which 3,068 were positive and 153 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 144 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played procedural generation games.
9.1
3,068
153
144
players
8. Neon Abyss
Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelite action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset. Neon Abyss is a rogue-like, platformer and loot game developed by Veewo Games and published by Veewo Games and Team17. Released on July 14th 2020 has received 23,046 reviews of which 19,909 were positive and 3,137 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played procedural generation games.
8.5
19,909
3,137
99
players
9. Terraformers
Terraform Mars in this turn-based colony builder and resource management game with roguelike elements. Explore the planet, develop spectacular cities, spread life and turn the Red Planet into a green one! Terraformers is a simulation, procedural generation and survival game developed by Asteroid Lab and published by Goblinz Publishing and IndieArk. Released on March 09th 2023 has received 3,234 reviews of which 2,853 were positive and 381 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played procedural generation games.
8.5
2,853
381
82
players
10. Microtopia
Become the hive mind of a robot ant colony in Microtopia! Use pheromone trails to create, automate and optimize supply chains for your ants to follow. Collect resources, produce goods, feed your queen, grow your colony and fly out to expand the species! Microtopia is a colony sim, automation and procedural generation game developed by Cordyceps Collective and published by Goblinz Publishing and Gamirror Games. Released on February 18th 2025 has received 637 reviews of which 563 were positive and 74 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played procedural generation games.
8.3
563
74
79
players
Best deals on procedural generation games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of procedural generation games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted procedural generation games.
1. Terraformers
Terraform Mars in this turn-based colony builder and resource management game with roguelike elements. Explore the planet, develop spectacular cities, spread life and turn the Red Planet into a green one! Terraformers is a simulation, procedural generation and survival game developed by Asteroid Lab and published by Goblinz Publishing and IndieArk. Released on March 09th 2023 has received 3,234 reviews of which 2,853 were positive and 381 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for procedural generation category.
8.5
2,853
381
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
2. Neon Abyss
Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelite action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset. Neon Abyss is a rogue-like, platformer and loot game developed by Veewo Games and published by Veewo Games and Team17. Released on July 14th 2020 has received 23,046 reviews of which 19,909 were positive and 3,137 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 87% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in procedural generation games.
8.5
19,909
3,137
-87%
19.38€
2.52€
3. Pan'orama
Relax and unleash your creativity in this new city building puzzle game. Create amazing landscapes and discover wide range of structures with special abilities. Enter the world of beauty and tranquility with the panoramas of your own creation and don't forget to pet your new animal friends! Pan'orama is a city builder, building and relaxing game developed by Chicken Launcher and published by Awaken Realms. Released on May 09th 2023 has received 1,121 reviews of which 998 were positive and 123 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 74% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in procedural generation games.
8.4
998
123
-74%
13.58€
3.53€
4. Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure
Oddsparks is a blend of automation and real-time strategy for both the die-hard fans of the automation genre and the automation-curious. Explore a strange fantasy world, uncover the mysteries of the past, automate your workshops, and go on adventures with your odd & adorable Sparks! Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure is a early access, building and singleplayer game developed by Massive Miniteam and published by HandyGames. Released on April 24th 2024 has received 1,385 reviews of which 1,229 were positive and 156 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a 46% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for procedural generation games.
8.4
1,229
156
-46%
30.15€
16.28€
5. Rift Wizard 2
Rift Wizard 2 is a tough as nails traditional roguelike wizard simulator. You play as an immortal amnesiac wizard who must journey through the cosmos to defeat his nemesis. Each run, you'll build a unique repertoire of spells, passive skills, and magical artifacts. Rift Wizard 2 is a traditional roguelike, magic and procedural generation game developed and published by Dylan White. Released on January 31st 2025 has received 507 reviews of which 462 were positive and 45 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a 40% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for procedural generation games.
8.5
462
45
-40%
19.50€
11.70€
6. Sodaman
Sodaman is a bullet-heaven roguelike where you play as a supersoldier fighting alien hordes with soda powers. Find game-breaking sodas and concoct custom cocktails. Discover planets, unlock weapons, sodas, cybernetics, power-up cards, and more. But first, crack open a cold one. Sodaman is a cyberpunk, bullet hell and action roguelike game developed by Tape Corps and published by GameDev.ist. Released on February 17th 2025 has received 464 reviews of which 370 were positive and 94 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a 33% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for procedural generation games.
7.5
370
94
-33%
4.97€
3.33€
7. Microtopia
Become the hive mind of a robot ant colony in Microtopia! Use pheromone trails to create, automate and optimize supply chains for your ants to follow. Collect resources, produce goods, feed your queen, grow your colony and fly out to expand the species! Microtopia is a colony sim, automation and procedural generation game developed by Cordyceps Collective and published by Goblinz Publishing and Gamirror Games. Released on February 18th 2025 has received 637 reviews of which 563 were positive and 74 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a 30% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for procedural generation games.
8.3
563
74
-30%
19.99€
13.99€
8. Superflight
Superflight is an intense, easy to learn wingsuit game with an infinite number of beautiful procedurally generated maps. A great game to relax for half an hour and chase your latest highscore! Superflight is a flight, indie and relaxing game developed and published by GrizzlyGames. Released on November 08th 2017 has received 11,230 reviews of which 10,824 were positive and 406 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a 25% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for procedural generation games.
9.4
10,824
406
-25%
2.99€
2.24€
Free procedural generation games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play procedural generation games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play procedural generation games.
1. Tinkerlands: A Shipwrecked Adventure
A Shipwrecked Adventure is a free prologue immersing you into the vast world of Tinkerlands. Uncover the story of the first survivors on these mystical islands. Explore the breathtaking archipelago, craft essential tools, build your settlement, and strive to survive! Tinkerlands: A Shipwrecked Adventure is a open world survival craft, action-adventure and procedural generation game developed by CodeManu and Endless Coffee and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on April 12th 2024 has received 2,025 reviews of which 1,910 were positive and 115 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free procedural generation games on Steam.
9.0
1,910
115
2. Madrun
Race against up to 7 other players online and create catastrophic chaos with items beyond insanity. Breaking the tradition of single-player, story-based platformers. Interested? This is the brand new 2D platformer experience you want. Madrun is a multiplayer, racing and 2d platformer game developed and published by Tianyu Cao. Released on April 11th 2020 has received 524 reviews of which 480 were positive and 44 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free procedural generation games on Steam.
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44
3. Don't get lost
A procedurally-generated, open-world, first-person colony sim. Build colonies in an infinite world, alone or with friends via Steam or self-hosted multiplayer. Don't get lost is a colony sim, multiplayer and procedural generation game developed by Michael Hutcheon and published by miicck. Released on February 01st 2023 has received 453 reviews of which 361 were positive and 92 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free procedural generation games on Steam.
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361
92
4. World Seed
A simple game with big ambitions. Fight creatures, explore the world and progress your character in this ever changing world. World Seed is a massively multiplayer, procedural generation and rogue-like game developed by Kortes and published by Ape Egg. Released on May 17th 2022 has received 335 reviews of which 251 were positive and 84 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free procedural generation games on Steam.
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84