- #1 Dungeon X Dungeon
77% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: PlayOne
Windows
Arcadia 's best treasure hunter Luke is a dungeon hunter to prevent the resurrection of the Evil! We invite you to the world, which is filled with interesting stories, encounters with friends, action games that will defeat invulnerable monsters and use various elements to get through the dungeons.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 30.9% ★, Metroidvania 24.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Old School 6.5%, Side Scroller 5.8%
- #2 Saga
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flynn's Arcade
Windows
Help Saga in her quest for revenge. A Viking girl who has lost everything to evil will embark on an epic journey to find answers and put an end to the hordes of enemies ravaging her land.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 26.1% ★, Metroidvania 17.3%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 10.2%, 1990's 7.5%
- #3 Mage
74% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2019
Dev: Game Sage Productions
Windows
Dungeon exploring Wizard action! Learn spells, defeat bosses and escape the evil in this 2D metroidvania.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 31.2% ★, Metroidvania 23%, Platformer 10.2%, Hand-drawn 7.4%, Exploration 6.3%
- #4 Rubi: The Wayward Mira
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wayward Games
Windows
A game about saving a dying planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 11.6%, RPG 9.3%, Exploration 6.8%
- #5 Goo Keeper
71% 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 29%, Platformer 13.2%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Old School 7.8%
- #6 Unbound: Worlds Apart
70% 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 24.6%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 15.7%, Hand-drawn 7%, Adventure 6.6%
- #7 Albert's Journey
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bite My Pixel
Windows · Mac
Albert’s Journey is a 2d platformer adventure game with a pixel art look.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Platformer 17.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Retro 9.7%, Old School 7.4%
- #8 Raygun Gadabout
69% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: Quantum Duck Studio Ltd.
Windows
An exhilarating action-adventure game set in a vibrant retro-futuristic universe. Embark on daring interstellar journeys, uncovering new worlds, and battling formidable alien adversaries. Upgrade your ship and abilities as you explore the vastness of space to save the Galaxy from a hidden threat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, 1990's 13.4%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Platformer 9.3%
- #9 Infernal Cave
70% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: TOKYO COOL JAPAN
Windows
A 2D dot action game created by students. Aim for the goal without being discouraged by traps and gimmicks!
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 49.8% ★, Side Scroller 22.4%, Exploration 9.5%, Adventure 8%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
- #10 Florarium
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Melting Caramel
Windows
Florarium is a Metroidvania game focused on exploration and battle. Explore the mysterious world full of unexpected secrets. Battle fierce enemies with your bow. Choose your own path to your goddess in the vast, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Platformer 15.5%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Exploration 9.2%, Story Rich 8%
- #11 Peaky Circus
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Peaky Circus is a hand-drawn adventure about a mime exploring a broken world of clowns. Discover strange lands, battle quirky monsters, learn new skills, and befriend unusual characters in a charming, melancholic journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Exploration 6.8%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #12 Ascent DX
68% matchVery Positive99% of 271 reviews2025
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Exploration 9.7%, Adventure 8%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
- #13 Pocket Witch
68% matchPositive98% of 44 reviews2022
Dev: Naoka StudioPub: Naoka Games
Windows
Face different challenges to help the little witch escape from a dungeon full of traps and enemies, where she was trapped by a great evil sorcerer.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 34.1% ★, Metroidvania 21.5%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Platformer 14%, Adventure 6.4%
- #14 Night Breaker
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 10 DEAD Pixels
Windows
Venture into an unusual, alien world full of danger and mysteries in this sci-fi Metroidvania. Grab your gear and face the challenge of sustaining a once-thriving space colony. Can you bring this place back to life? Are you ready to uncover all the secrets lurking in the darkness?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 8%, Adventure 6.3%
- #15 Slumbering Feline
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: The Flavare
Windows · Linux
Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Can Momo find her way out of this dreamscape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Platformer 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Exploration 7.2%
- #16 God Edge
67% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Weaver Games
Windows
Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Side Scroller 21.2%, RPG 11.8%, Platformer 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #17 Islets
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,195 reviews2022
Dev: Kyle ThompsonPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Platformer 16.2%, Story Rich 8.2%, Side Scroller 7.4%, Cute 7.3%
- #18 Lone Fungus
66% matchVery Positive84% of 1,138 reviews2023
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Old School 6.8%
- #19 The Smoke
66% 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 26%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Platformer 14.5%, RPG 9.2%, Hand-drawn 8.5%
- #20 Stoatman
66% 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 36.3%, Platformer 16.7%, Side Scroller 11%, Cute 7.2%, Exploration 6.8%
- #21 Nightmare Boy
67% matchMixed61% of 41 reviews2017
Dev: The Vanir ProjectPub: BadLand Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Nightmare Boy is a metroidvania, action/adventure 2D game where you'll meet weird and unique friends and foes. But tread carefully: Quirky characters and their reactions can have game-changing consequences. Be prepared to collect rare items, vanquish enemies, and eventually face your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Side Scroller 19%, Platformer 12.9%, Hand-drawn 8.2%, Exploration 7.8%
- #22 Corestory
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leon Busch
Windows
Embark on an exciting journey through the long forgotten kingdom of Corestate. Collect and master various abilities, upgrade your gear, customize how you want to play and defeat powerful opponents. Decide about the world’s fate in this mysterious pixel-art Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Platformer 13.6%, Story Rich 7.2%, Exploration 6.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #23 Awita: Journey of Hope
63% matchMostly Positive75% of 89 reviews2025
Dev: ant_game_projects
Windows · Linux
Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #24 VeLM
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GMS LabPub: MV Games
Windows
VeLM is an atmospheric adventure in Xibalba, the Mayan underworld, full of enemies and traps set by the Gods of Darkness. Unlock the secrets of the ancient myths, defeat the powerful Hun-Came and save the town of San Lamar from the curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Platformer 14.1%, Adventure 8.5%, Hand-drawn 7.5%
- #25 Raji: Prologue
65% matchVery Positive89% of 621 reviews2020
Dev: Nodding Heads Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 21%
Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion. She must use the powers granted to her by the gods to rescue her brother as she battles to face the demon lord Mahabalasura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Platformer 17.9%, Story Rich 9.4%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Cute 7.1%
- #26 Haiku, the Robot
63% matchVery Positive90% of 3,380 reviews2022
Dev: Mister Morris Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Platformer 11.6%, Exploration 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #27 WarriOrb: Prologue
64% matchVery Positive88% of 399 reviews2019
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Platformer 12.8%, RPG 7.1%, Exploration 6.7%
- #28 Bitlands
64% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: ByteForge
Windows
Platform across strange, magical terrain while meeting even stranger friends and enemies! Discover the history behind the Bitlands, and unlock new allies and powers to traverse the dangerous worlds of the Bitlands, and restore peace to a broken kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Platformer 16.9%, Exploration 8.9%, Adventure 7.5%
- #29 Legends of the Universe - Cosmic Bounty
65% matchMixed69% of 32 reviews2018
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Cosmic Bounty is a metroidvania style action platformer. You play as Jekt, A Bounty Hunter commissioned with hunting down a rebel General named Volgat. Explore areas to gain new abilities and increase your stats so you can defeat powerful enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Platformer 15.1%, 1990's 11.4%, Exploration 8.1%, RPG 7.8%
- #30 The Tower Between Us
63% 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: Mystery Dungeon 32.1% ★, Metroidvania 20.7%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Platformer 12.3%, Hand-drawn 7.4%
- #31 HEBEREKE Enjoy Edition
63% matchPositive91% of 35 reviews2024
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Where am I pyooooo??? HEBEREKEis back and so is his great and surreal adventure! A mysterious little creature Hebe fell into a mysterious world. Discover a brand new world, explore every corner, find the treasures with your new wonderful friends, and use their skills to find new places.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Platformer 19.2%, 1990's 12.3%, Exploration 9.2%, Cute 6.3%
- #32 Chasm
64% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,597 reviews2018
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Platformer 12.7%, Side Scroller 12%, RPG 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #33 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
64% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: SpoonweaverPub: Spoonweaver Studios
Windows
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Platformer 16.4%, Side Scroller 16.3%, RPG 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #34 Enemies Within
63% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: BoomSqueak
Windows
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Platformer 10.9%, Exploration 9.2%, Choices Matter 5.3%
- #35 Pitiri 1977
65% matchMixed57% of 117 reviews2014
Dev: ILIKESCIFI Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Enter a seventies science fiction utopia with hand-drawn levels and characters. A platformer adventure with a soundtrack from the past. Are you ready for 1977?
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Platformer 16.3%, RPG 10.3%, Exploration 7.5%
- #36 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
63% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,560 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, Platformer 15.4%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Adventure 9.2%, Hand-drawn 7.1%
- #37 Constance
60% matchVery Positive83% of 2,206 reviews2025
Dev: Blue Backpack
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring a paintbrush-wielding artist, striving to escape from a colorful but decaying inner-world, created by her declining mental health.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Platformer 13.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Exploration 6.7%
- #38 Timespinner 2: Unwoven Dream
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lunar Ray Games
Windows · Linux
Travel to the Tower in the Sea to avert the apocalypse, in this exploration action-platformer. Join Auria, a retired war hero, as she adventures through a beautiful and dangerous world to save her family and the fabric of reality itself!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Platformer 14.4%, RPG 9.7%, Exploration 7.4%
- #39 Curse of the Draugr Kings
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: XSKR LLC
Windows
What awaits you in the depths of this ancient tomb? Get ready to explore and discover the secrets of the dungeon of the draugr kings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Platformer 14.1%, 1990's 10.4%, Old School 6.3%
- #40 SHADE Protocol
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Legendary
Windows · Linux
SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Exploration 6.7%, Story Rich 5.9%
- #41 Tuqim
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Plántula
Windows
Heal a dying world as Tuqim, the last seed of life. Unite broken machines, solve eco-puzzles, and fight a mechanical army in a journey of solidarity.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 36.1% ★, Metroidvania 23%, Platformer 13.9%, Exploration 7.2%, Adventure 5.9%
- #42 Super Dungeon Boy 2
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tower Up Studios
Windows · Linux
Based on hit retro games, here you'll find action, platforming adventure and exploration. I challenge you to find all the secret dungeons!
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 33.1% ★, Side Scroller 18.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Adventure 7.8%, Retro 7.6%
- #43 The Bounty Huntress
63% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: IC Games
Windows
In this a Metroidvania style game made in crispy pixel art, Join Rhea , a bounty huntress with a task to save some people who have been kidnapped and taken to an old abandoned castle where there are many dangers, she needs your help to rescue these people and to bring peace to the city of Vaunard
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Side Scroller 16.6%, 1990's 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Adventure 9.1%
- #44 Midpoint
61% 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 27.9%, Side Scroller 18%, Platformer 14.2%, Exploration 7.5%, Hand-drawn 7.1%
- #45 Greed
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kahjoo Studio
Windows
Explore the unforgiving world of Ükeron, reveal the story of its kings and warlords, carve your path through its dangerous environments, outlive your foes and grow more powerful with each strike of your sword.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, RPG 12.9%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Metroidvania 10.9%, Platformer 9.7%
- #46 PlayBound
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Sploot
Windows
PlayBound tells the story of Kelvin, a boy whose parents have become fatally boring. Strap on your velcro light-up kicks and equip your POG slammers, because it's time to save the world from certain lameness!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Platformer 10.9%, Adventure 10.7%, Hand-drawn 9.1%
- #47 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
59% matchVery Positive96% of 236 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 14.2%, Exploration 10%, Adventure 9.1%, RPG 7.8%
- #48 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
63% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Platformer 18.1%, 1990's 11.2%, RPG 9.2%, Old School 7.8%
- #49 Somnium Shore
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
Windows
A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Platformer 20.7%, Exploration 10.9%, Adventure 8.7%, Side Scroller 8.1%
- #50 Heartless
61% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Dipanjan RoyPub: Tinni Games
Windows
A casual 2d Cave Escape game
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 42% ★, Platformer 18.5%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Adventure 8.3%, Old School 6.5%
- #51 Misspell
60% 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 32.4%, Platformer 16.3%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Story Rich 7.4%, Exploration 6.9%
- #52 A.N.N.E
62% matchMixed53% of 38 reviews2019
Dev: Gamesbymo Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore the mysterious and beautiful planet Gomi on foot or with your spaceship in this action packed platformer and space shooter hybrid. Your mission is simple, retrieve A.N.N.E and escape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, RPG 15.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Side Scroller 12%, Adventure 9.4%
- #53 The Legend of Chalkvania
60% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Crocodilligator Games
Windows
A bite-sized retro action-adventure set in a quirky, cursed land. Battle monsters, meet oddball characters, and uncover hidden secrets in this homage to old-school 2D adventures. Whether you walk the path of light or embrace the curse, the Legend of Chalkvania is yours to write.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Exploration 8.9%, Old School 8.1%, Choices Matter 7.5%
- #54 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
60% matchVery Positive88% of 97 reviews2023
Dev: The Island Games
Windows
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Platformer 12.9%, Exploration 7.9%, RPG 7.5%
- #55 Shadows Labyrinth
59% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Kratos Games
Windows
Shadows Labyrinth – is a gloomy metroidvania with RPG mechanics. Chop, conjure and survive in a perpetual darkness filled with monsters, traps and betrayal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Platformer 16.7%, Side Scroller 13.4%, RPG 12%, Exploration 7.1%
- #56 Akatori
60% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast Games
Windows
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 12.7%, Exploration 8.2%, Hand-drawn 7.7%
- #57 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons
61% matchVery Positive96% of 89 reviews2019
Dev: Adventure Islands
Windows · Mac
Hop into a Game Boy inspired metroidvania adventure! Explore a huge and open dungeon and find ability upgrades to help you in your quest! Can you survive the tiny dangerous dungeons and find the presumably huge treasure?
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Platformer 16%, Adventure 10.5%, Retro 8.9%