Best Nuclear Throne Apps & Games

220+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our nuclear throne list covers 220+ iPhone apps and games updated through November 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Nuclear Throne Apps & Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Dungeon Core: Nuclear AbyssDungeon Core: Nuclear AbyssFree4.5★ (32)YesNoOct 2026
2Trigger HeroesTrigger HeroesFree4.6★ (1.6K)NoYesNov 2026
3The Wanderer: Post-Nuclear RPGThe Wanderer: Post-Nuclear RPGFree4.6★ (44K)YesYesNov 2026
4Total City Smash: Nuclear WarTotal City Smash: Nuclear WarFree4.7★ (1.3K)YesNoNov 2026
5Pocket RoguesPocket RoguesFree4.5★ (1K)NoYesOct 2026
6Soul KnightSoul KnightFree4.8★ (127K)YesYesNov 2026
7Nuclear Day SurvivalNuclear Day SurvivalFree3.8★ (355)NoYesNov 2026
8NuclearNuclearFree4.2★ (302)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Nuclear Throne

Dungeon Core: Nuclear Abyss#1

Dungeon Core: Nuclear Abyss by ULF FILIP KARLSSON

Roguelike dungeon crawler
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.5😊(32 ratings)
FreeAds
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Embark on a roguelite dungeon crawl as a radiation liquidator in a post-apocalyptic setting. Explore procedurally generated levels, battle mutants and bosses, and collect permanent upgrades to enhance your abilities as you descend to destroy the core.

What We Love

  • 👍 Fantastic gameplay and challenges
  • 💡 Well-made, beat-in-a-day game
  • ✨ Developed with love and attention to detail
  • 💎 Little gem of a game
  • 🎨 Very good pixel design and visuals
  • 🎶 Very good sound effects
  • 🏆 Best dungeon game on Apple Store
  • 💯 10/10 perfect game
  • 🎮 Metro Exodus vibes
  • 🎵 Amazing soundtrack
  • 🕹️ Simple yet distinctive mechanics
  • 🌟 One of the best roguelikes
  • 👍 Barely any ads
  • 💖 Amazing game, devs deserve stars
  • 💸 Great game, fair ad removal system
  • ✨ Great challenge, replayable
  • 💯 Best roguelike on iOS
  • 🚀 Highly completed rogue
  • 🤩 Amazing game
  • 👍 Great dungeon crawler
  • 💯 Best mobile game
  • 🚀 Fun dungeon crawler
  • 👍 Great playability
  • ✨ Addictive gameplay
  • 🚀 Great little roguelike
  • 👍 Free with no in-app purchases
  • 🌟 Great potential
  • ✨ Unique enemies and items
  • 📈 Plenty of upgrades

Room to Improve

  • 👎 Privacy concerns and slimy practices
  • 🤔 Could use more content
  • 📱 Would love to customize controls
  • 📈 Wish for an update to expand
  • 🚫 Can't listen to own music
  • ❓ Hit indicator could be better
  • 🎨 Text should be pixelated
  • 🏆 No special suit for no-damage win
  • ⚠️ Occasional freezes
  • 💸 Ads are unplayable with internet
  • 🐛 Random dashing issue
  • 😥 Controls are a bit janky
  • 😵 Too many ads
  • 😩 Clunky controls
  • 😭 Falling damage too high
  • 🤏 Dash button is minuscule
  • 🖥️ UI needs customization
  • 🚫 Can't disable dash on joystick
  • 🐛 Character dashes in unwanted direction
  • 🤏 Game is short
  • ❓ No way to customize controls
  • 🐛 Too many bugs
  • 📱 UI too big for phone
  • 🕹️ Joysticks too big, no change option
Trigger Heroes#2

Trigger Heroes by Lucky Kat Studios

Top Down Roguelike Shooter
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.6😊(1.6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Engage in a top-down roguelike shooter adventure to reclaim a planet from mercenaries. Utilize one-touch controls, diverse weaponry, and strategic dodging to overcome enemies and bosses across multiple environments.

What We Love

  • 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Simple one-handed controls
  • 🎨 Great retro-style graphics
  • 🔥 Challenging and engaging

Room to Improve

  • 🔫 Unbalanced weapon damage
  • 🤕 Difficulty spike in later levels
  • 🤯 Frustrating targeting system
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
The Wanderer: Post-Nuclear RPG#3

The Wanderer: Post-Nuclear RPG by Jamie Parish

Survive the Unexpected
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.6😊(44K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore a post-apocalyptic wasteland, scavenge for supplies, and battle threats in this Fallout-inspired RPG. Customize your character, upgrade stats, and discover randomized maps for endless replayability. Find a loyal companion to aid your survival.

What We Love

  • 👍 Fun way to kill some time
  • 👍 Very fun game
  • 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
  • 👍 Interesting style
  • 👍 Relaxing and low key
  • 👍 Great for passing the time
  • 👍 Simplicity and easy to understand
  • 👍 Captivating and immersive
  • 👍 Brilliant concept
  • 👍 Scratches the Fallout itch
  • 👍 Decent survival RPG

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable
  • 🐛 Laggy performance
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 💰 Excessive ads and monetization
  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🔍 Unclear mechanics and lack of guidance
  • 🔍 Repetitive gameplay loop
  • 🔍 Lack of content and diversity

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FAQ about Nuclear Throne

What are the best nuclear throne apps & games for iPhone?
Dungeon Core: Nuclear Abyss tops our nuclear throne apps & games ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 32 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top nuclear throne apps & games we rank are free to download, including Dungeon Core: Nuclear Abyss and Trigger Heroes.
Dungeon Core: Nuclear Abyss shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 220+ nuclear throne apps & games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.