- #1 Elysian Echoes
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grinding Crow
Windows
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.2%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Platformer 9.6%, Stylized 8.6%
- #2 Misspell
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
Windows
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Hand-drawn 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Platformer 12%, Open World 9.6%
- #3 Shyftrs
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wicked Art Games
Windows
Shyftrs is a 2D stylized action adventure metroidvania game that will take you on a journey to uncover the mysteries of your lineage and the world beyond. Your weapon of choice are Cane Sword, Pistol or use your new found prowess. Step up and embrace the adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Hand-drawn 15.8%, Platformer 9%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
- #4 Spirit Fusion
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, Platformer 12.7%, Stylized 8%, Adventure 6.8%
- #5 Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Myrwood Games
Windows
Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate is a 2D action adventure set in the ancient land of Gorithia. Go from simple thief to magic wielding warrior as you battle your way through the fallen kingdom on your quest to find your lost brother in this sprawling fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Platformer 11.8%, Open World 11.7%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Magic 9.3%
- #6 Makis Adventure
72% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Fantasy 8.1%, Platformer 7.8%
- #7 Liminalia
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Space74
Windows · Mac
Unravel the mysteries of these forgotten lands in a hand-drawn, narrative-driven 2D action-adventure, as a white-robed girl awakens in the depths of an abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Hand-drawn 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Platformer 12.6%, Atmospheric 6.4%
- #8 Onchu
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Banana Moon Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.2%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Platformer 10.4%, Open World 8.9%
- #9 Twilight Monk
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 340 reviews2025
Dev: Aquatic Moon GamesPub: GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd.
Windows
Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.5%, Open World 16.7%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #10 Stoatman
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostum
Windows
Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Platformer 13.8%, Fantasy 9.9%, Hand-drawn 8%, Atmospheric 7.6%
- #11 Fevercide
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fevercide is a metroidvania with elements of horror and adventure games. Join Sandra as she explores the stately cities of a Russian Empire that never fell. Solve puzzles, fight with monsters, and face the demons from her past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Platformer 12.2%, Open World 8.8%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
- #12 Gaze Of The Eyeless
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Initiator Games
Windows · Mac
Gaze of the Eyeless is a 2D action adventure platformer! Choose your own path through the unwinding caverns of the underworld. Use ancient swords and guns to fight horrific monsters. Make friends, enemies, and Meet elder gods! Can you survive the unwinding caverns of the underworld?
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Platformer 12.4%, Stylized 10.9%, Medieval 8.2%
- #13 Well Dweller
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Hand-drawn 16%, Platformer 9.1%, Side Scroller 6.3%
- #14 Greak: Memories of Azur
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,485 reviews2021
Dev: NavegantePub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Greak: Memories of Azur is a single-player puzzle platformer adventure. Azur is under threat from an enemy attack who have control of strange creatures infecting the land. Take on the role of three siblings: Greak, Adara and Raydel and utilize their unique abilities to escape the invasion together.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.6%, Hand-drawn 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Stylized 9.3%, Platformer 8.6%
- #15 The Tower Between Us
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alessandro de OliveiraPub: Black Ember Games
Windows
A 2D Hand Drawn, high-intense metroidvania, telling how two brave women helped to build the Tower of Babel and faced their annihilation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17%, Dungeon Crawler 14.7%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Platformer 10%, Side Scroller 8.2%
- #16 The Little Brave
66% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: Dmitrii Batov
Windows
Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Magic 6.8%
- #17 Cavalier
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Coin Laundry Games
Windows · Mac
The King's pup levels up! Cavalier is a single player hand drawn Metroidvania. Combat enchanted creatures while you explore the expanding map, and restore the magical kingdom in this charming medieval adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Hand-drawn 19.5%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Fantasy 8.8%
- #18 Mendacium
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Hand-drawn 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Open World 8%, Stylized 7.1%
- #19 Puppetmaster
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gabriel Games LLC
Windows
Discover a metroidvania with a huge world, platform-fighter dynamic combat, smart bosses, deep lore, and original music, all made by two brothers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Hand-drawn 19%, Open World 10.2%, Platformer 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%
- #20 Eden's Guardian
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Voragine Game Studio
Windows
Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Open World 10.8%, Platformer 10.6%, Hand-drawn 9.3%
- #21 Lamp Chronicle
69% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Pixellica Corp.
Windows
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Hand-drawn 18.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Side Scroller 9.3%
- #22 ARTMESS
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FIMstudio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Seeking her lost drawings, Maya and a mysterious companion enter a fairytale world turned nightmare. Explore stunning locations, meet mythical characters, and battle the darkness to uncover the truth!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23.1%, Metroidvania 15.1%, Platformer 13.5%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, Stylized 7.7%
- #23 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
63% matchVery Positive92% of 230 reviews2025
Dev: Volkolak Team
Windows
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Hand-drawn 11%, Platformer 10.3%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
- #24 Crowsworn
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #25 DEVIATOR
64% matchMixed68% of 988 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Hand-drawn 15%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #26 Golden Knight
64% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Guara Studios
Windows
Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Platformer 13.6%, Medieval 9%, Fantasy 8.5%
- #27 Briar Flame
63% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: HappyDoodz Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Hand-drawn 16.7%, Stylized 11.7%, Platformer 8.4%, Atmospheric 7.2%
- #28 Memoria
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Counting SheepPub: Counting Sheep
Windows · Mac · Linux
Memoria is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where magic is as much about memory as it is about power. You play as a powerful—but aging—sorceress who awakens in a familiar but fragmented world. Only by exploring the world around you can you spark your memories, and remember once again.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Hand-drawn 16.4%, Platformer 12.1%, Magic 8.3%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
- #29 Cosmic: A Journey Among Shadows
64% matchMostly Positive70% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: King's Pleasure
Windows
Embark on a journey through a land of darkness to save your lost shadow. With the help of a mysterious beast’s shadow, master new abilities, outsmart enemies, and uncover hidden truths in your quest to reclaim what’s been taken.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Stylized 9.1%, Platformer 9%
- #30 Unbound: Worlds Apart
65% matchVery Positive84% of 1,297 reviews2021
Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Platformer 14.4%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Open World 8.9%
- #31 The Lost Key
64% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
Dev: AmmashDev
Windows
You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Platformer 12.5%, Side Scroller 9.4%
- #32 Midpoint
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frandy
Windows
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Platformer 12%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Open World 10.5%
- #33 Nocturnal 2
64% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sunnyside Games
Windows
Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Hand-drawn 16%, Platformer 12.1%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Stylized 8.5%
- #34 The Smoke
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vino VenitasPub: Eternally Forward Games
Windows
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, Platformer 13%, Side Scroller 9.9%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
- #35 Signiverux
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Signiverux GmbH
Windows · Linux
Signiverux is a Metroidvania-inspired action adventure with fluid gameplay and detailed graphics. Explore the depths of a mysterious castle in search for a way back home, enjoy fast ability progressions, search for powerful magic upgrades and grow your character by expanding the skill tree.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Open World 12.4%, Platformer 9.6%, Stylized 8%
- #36 Astra: Fading Stars
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dimension OmegaPub: Dimension Omega
Windows · Linux
It's you who can make a change. Use your soul to fight the corruption that leaks in the mysterious and atmospheric universe of Astra. Dive deeply into the essence of this world and navigate around danger leaning on truths and secrets. The Stars are Fading! Soon the darkness will swallow them all.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Hand-drawn 20.3%, Open World 14.5%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Fantasy 8.1%
- #37 RuneShroom
64% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Shroom ConnoisseursPub: Ahlman Games
Windows
RuneShroom is a 2D action platformer where you play as Mushu. You must journey forth! Armed with an array of hand animated spell to drive the snails who have decimated the your people's lands, and who now endanger the very diety who gave you life.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 19.2%, Platformer 15%, Stylized 11.9%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Magic 8.8%
- #38 Fatal Claw
60% matchVery Positive96% of 121 reviews2025
Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
Windows
Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.3%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Platformer 10.1%, Side Scroller 8.4%
- #39 Goo Keeper
63% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Oria Games Inc.
Windows
Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Hand-drawn 16.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #40 SHEEPO
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 561 reviews2020
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Explore a strange planet, collect the creatures you find, and then shape-shift into them to expand your world. Build your own path, chat with the locals, and discover the planets sprawling secrets in this quirky metroidvania platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Platformer 15.5%, Open World 14.7%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
- #41 Momogatari
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sentori Studio
Windows
Explore the Yomi world with a sacred weapon that can change sword types. Fight different "Yokai" and challenge the "Kami" of this world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Hand-drawn 18%, Open World 13.7%, Platformer 9%, Magic 6.9%
- #42 GLIGHT
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ATOMIC BREATH
Windows
Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Open World 12%, Side Scroller 10.2%
- #43 Cloverskar
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alex K.
Windows
Venture into the unknown and begin your quest to bring back the light into a world of endless night. Engaging combat, tricky platforming, and a whole lot of exploration stand in your way as you try to uncover the secrets of this vast interconnected kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Hand-drawn 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Open World 13.6%, Platformer 11.9%
- #44 Dark Throne
61% matchMixed65% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Elroy SaltzherrPub: Dark Throne
Windows
Awaken as a knight in this 2D Metroidvania platformer. Explore, unlock abilities, and battle foes to escape a treacherous dungeon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Platformer 10.7%, Medieval 9.6%
- #45 Lumen Veil
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Obox
Windows
A dark metroidvania where you play as a silent, white-hooded specter drifting through forgotten realms. Master precise hand-drawn platforming and uncover the mystery of the veil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Platformer 14.6%, Hand-drawn 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #46 Elly
64% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: EmotionalMingo
Windows
A metroidvania style 2D adventure platformer. Speak to the locals, level up your power and seek to find the truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Hand-drawn 12%, Stylized 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Platformer 10.1%
- #47 Ariana and the Elder Codex
61% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Platformer 15.2%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Stylized 7%
- #48 Adventures of Red
60% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Wajeeha IftikharPub: S&I Games
Windows
The Adventures of Red is a simple platformer game with soft background music and fun gameplay. Help Red find his way through the beautiful but Cursed Forest and back to his home.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 19.8%, Platformer 15.5%, Magic 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Side Scroller 10%
- #49 Potata: Foxy Tale
61% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Potata Company
Windows
Potata: Foxy Tale is a fairy tale themed platformer adventure game in a beautiful world of dark forests. Your goal is to restore the balance and assemble the fragments of the Woodland Spirit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Hand-drawn 18.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Fantasy 9.2%, Atmospheric 9.1%
- #50 Kaila: The Journey to the Underworld
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Igolito Arts Studios
Windows
Play as Kaila, a young girl determined to rescue her mother from the clutches of Graygar, the Grey Soul. Explore a vast world, uncover secrets, unlock powerful abilities, and face challenging bosses on a journey to the Underworld. Are you ready to defy Death itself?
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Platformer 12.7%, Fantasy 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Magic 9.4%
- #51 Spider Dynasty
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zhiwu Game
Windows · Mac · Linux
A realm where two ancient trees have long harbored rival royal bloodlines, each having woven their aerial dominion from spider silk across countless generations. Yet now, dark forces of unknown origin stir, spreading their corruption throughout the silk realm...
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Hand-drawn 17.6%, Open World 13.5%, Platformer 11.1%, Stylized 8.9%
- #52 Shards of Memories
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Twelve Games
Windows
Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Hand-drawn 23%, Platformer 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #53 Godstone
59% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Demented Plant
Windows
Wield magic and weaponry in this roguelike dungeoncrawler, forge powerful builds and explore a story that evolves based on your actions. The end goal: Claim the Godstone before those who would use it to destroy your kind.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Platformer 13.4%, Magic 12.1%, Fantasy 10.2%
- #54 Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia
60% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Team Quantum Games
Windows
Clarity is a 2D side scrolling platforming adventure. Choose to face seven demons and acquire their demon sword and demon magic. Each sword and spell, has an elemental strength against a corresponding demon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Platformer 14.4%, Hand-drawn 13.2%, Side Scroller 10%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #55 Slacker Dungeon
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Deleted Layer
Windows
The Slacker Dungeon is a is a 2D side-scrolling metroidvania action game. You have to play as a guy who found an enchanted intelligent sword and went on an adventure in search of wealth and an easy life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Platformer 15.4%, Fantasy 10.8%, Magic 8.9%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
- #56 Kletba Vlčího Moru
60% matchPositive89% of 28 reviews2023
Dev: Dominik HurtaPub: Silly Hat Studio
Windows
This is an indie 2D hand-drawn platformer game which takes place in fantasy environment set in Czechia. You will embody a creature consumed by hatred and get revenge on your enemies in this short game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Hand-drawn 14.1%, Medieval 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%
- #57 After Shadows
62% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Insidious Games
Windows
After Shadows is a metroidvania with roguelike elements. Get into a distant post-apocalyptic future, where all of humanity became extinct. Explore the abandoned Fortress, look for traps and hide from Dark Monster who is chasing you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Hand-drawn 20.9%, Platformer 12.6%, Stylized 9.8%, 2D Platformer 8.9%
- #58 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
56% matchVery Positive89% of 150 reviews2026
Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
Windows
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Dark Fantasy 19%, Open World 17.1%, Platformer 9.3%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #59 Adventure Of Baldero I and II
60% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Dejan YouPub: Array Cube Games
Windows
Lord Marn is releasing Abominations in the area where Baldero, our bold and bald hero, took a nap to rest up. The Goddess of mercy, Myla, enters Baldero's dreams to warn him of the up-coming battles. There are many foes to fight before Baldero can stop Marn, will you help him?
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Platformer 15.7%, Side Scroller 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8.5%