13. Aground

Aground gameplay

Aground is more low res than all the others on this list, but it’s low pixel count doesn’t take away from its endearing nature. This game is focused on progression.

There are less monsters than Dig or Die, and it’s more based on resource collection and exploration.

After you’ve fallen from a crashed ship into the water below you end up on an island with nothing but your clothes and the environment around you. It’s your job to figure out how to weather the environment of this deserted island.

This game is also available as a free web browser game.

Aground Environment: The player stands in front of a straw hut in a green forested environment. There are tunnels dug beneath them.

Aground Action: The player rides a dragon over the ocean and attacks airborne enemies with firebreath