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Trials Survivors

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2026

Should you play it?

Fight through endless hordes in trials bestowed by constellation patrons. Upgrade skills, collect relics, and craft broken builds in true roguelite fashion! Rediscover the fantasy behind the words hack and slash and bullet heaven. Will you survive the densest monster Survivor-like ever created?

What works
  • Addictive build customization and skill evolution
  • Smooth performance even with many enemies
  • Good progression and meta upgrade systems
  • Engaging bullet-hell combat with satisfying visuals
  • Active developer support and frequent updates
Things to keep in mind
  • Limited map and enemy variety
  • High rng impact on skill upgrades
  • No multiplayer or co-op modes
  • Long run durations can feel slow
  • Lack of detailed skill descriptions and ui clarity

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Time Wasters

  • RICE - Repetitive Indie Combat Experience™

  • Cat Bait

  • Beautiful Mystic Survivors

  • Death Must Die

  • Survivors of the Dawn

  • Halls of Torment: Prelude

  • Soulstone Survivors: Prologue

  • God Of Weapons
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • RICE - Repetitive Indie Combat Experience™

  • Cat Bait

  • BYTEPATH
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Trials Survivors: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Cooperation, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story, Exploration.

Why this game works

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Last update: 09/07/2026