60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Singleplayer, 2D, Anime.
Take control of the demon sisters Kirika and Masha as they attempt to revive their Demon Lord Maxim and rebuild their castle in this 2D action Metroidvania adventure!
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!
YOHANE THE PARHELION -BLAZE in the DEEPBLUE-
Yohane the Parhelion is an official spin-off of "Love Live! Sunshine". Yohane's fantasy world sets the stage for a 2D metroidvania in "Yohane the Parhelion: Blaze in the Deepblue"!
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.2%, Gothic 12.5% ★, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Anime 7.6%, Action 6.9%
Yohane the Parhelion is an official spin-off of "Love Live! Sunshine". Yohane's fantasy world sets the stage for a 2D metroidvania in "Yohane the Parhelion: Blaze in the Deepblue"!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Anime 15.5%, Action 13.7%, Female Protagonist 12%, Adventure 10.9%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Anime 10.8%, Action 9.4%, Gothic 8.2% ★
Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Anime 5.7%, 2D 5.7%
In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.
Why similar: Gothic 24.8% ★, Anime 13.2%, Female Protagonist 12%, Action 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%
Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Gothic 23.9% ★, Action 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%, Female Protagonist 8.1%
Dragon Marked For Death is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG game where up to 4 players can play together in online multiplayer. The characters, known as the Dragonblood Clan, have forged a pact with the Astral Dragon, which granted them special new powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Anime 12.7%, Action 10.7%, Online Co-Op 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.4%
Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.7%, Gothic 11.8% ★, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Action 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 10%
Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!
Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Anime 8.7%, Adventure 7.7%, 2D 3.9%
"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Anime 13.6%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Action 7.4%
Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Action 10.4%, Adventure 9.1%, Action-Adventure 5.6%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Anime 14.4%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Action 7.5%
"Divine Dynamo Flamefrit" is bringing back classic 2D action! Play as the hero Yuto in top-down slashing adventure stages, and pilot the magical robot Flamefrit for first-person boss battles! Master both styles of gameplay to restore peace to the parallel world of Hologard!
Why similar: Action 24.8%, Action-Adventure 20.7%, Anime 20.4%, Adventure 20%, 2D 8.5%
Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Anime 14.4%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Action 5.6%
LOST EPIC is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG about a war between gods and humanity. The player becomes the deity-defying knight, God Slayer, and explores the world known as Sanctum to bring the Pantheon of Six to their knees.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Anime 12.1%, Online Co-Op 10.2%, Female Protagonist 9%
Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Anime 11%, Action 10.5%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, Anime 18.6%, Action 10.1%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Adventure 7%
ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.4%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Anime 5.2%, 2D 4.4%
Majogami stars Shiroha, a young woman who has lost her memory, who travels alongside Shiori, her father who has been turned to paper. With her katana, "Kamikiri", in hand, she travels through a bizarre world and cuts through the horrors she finds there in this 2D character action platformer.
Why similar: Action 20.4%, Anime 16.4%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Adventure 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%
A great unknown danger is approaching Roah's home planet. Follow Roah as she explores the world and encountering all of its different factions, uncovering the mystery of what is draining the planets lifeforce.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Action 16.9%, Adventure 12.9%, Anime 12.4%
Mutant scum never learn! Blaster Master Zero makes its Steam debut! Blaster Master Zero is a 8-bit style top-down & sideview 2D action-adventure game that hearkens back to the golden age of the NES. The game features new gameplay elements such as improved gameplay, and a more robust scenario.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.4%, Action 22.6%, Anime 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, 2D 4.2%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45%, Anime 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Female Protagonist 8.1%, Action 7.3%
Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Anime 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.5%
Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.1%, Action 23.6%, Anime 11.9%, 2D 7%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Gothic 26.1% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Action 5.8%, 2D 4.3%
Esdraz: The Throne of Darkness is a Metroidvania game focused on a dynamic combat system with a wide-ranging arsenal that players can tailor to fit their individual combat style. Fight a variety of enemies and evolving bosses while you come up with the best strategy to beat every encounter.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Action 16.7%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Adventure 13.4%, Anime 10.3%
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.4%, Gothic 14.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 14%, Action 5.1%, 2D 4.7%
Join Nyana on her quest to both shatter the chains that have shackled her people and rebuild their society back up from the brink of extinction. Nyana is a story rich metroidvania set in an oppressive, yet beautifully hand-drawn world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.4%, Action 17.4%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Adventure 14%, Female Protagonist 8.1%
Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60%, Action-Adventure 16.2%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 5.9%, Dark Fantasy 5.4%
Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.2%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Action 11.2%, 2D 3.5%
Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Action-Adventure 12%, Anime 11.3%, Action 7.1%
An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.7%, Action 21.1%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, 2D 7.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.9%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Action 13.2%, Adventure 11%, Female Protagonist 6.8%
Confront time and fate in the 2D action RPG, Astlibra Revision. Explore meticulously crafted worlds, fight brutal boss battles, and upgrade your skills to take down enemies lurking around every corner.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Gothic 29.3% ★, Action 10%, 2D 8.1%, Adventure 4.1%
Vanishing Starlight, integrating ancient Chinese myths and Cyberpunk, is a Metroidvania platformer. Play as a prisoner who lost memory and embark on a journey across the stars where you seek lost memories, partners, and uncover your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Action 17.5%, Adventure 17%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, 2D 5.8%
A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Action 25.6%, Adventure 15.4%, 2D 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 10%
Take center stage in Hatsune Miku’s premier rhythm game starring the world’s #1 virtual pop star! With a stunner setlist and enormous wardrobe to style, it’s Miku’s ultimate tour—all it needs is you.
Why similar: Anime 48.1%, Female Protagonist 28.6%, Action 20.5%, Singleplayer 2.7%
A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!
Why similar: Anime 31.3%, Online Co-Op 23.2%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Action 15.2%, Multiplayer 11.5%
The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.1%, Action 28.2%, 2D 8.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%
Dimension Drifters is a hand-drawn 2D anime action-platformer that takes players through intense, multi-dimensional combat. Join the protagonist, Ena on her quest to restore the shattered dimensions torn apart by the mysterious 'Dark Drifter.'
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Anime 15%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Action 8.5%
Save humanity from extinction in post-apocalyptic action-adventure Stellar Blade™. Experience blistering combat and a twisting storyline as you unravel the mysteries of Earth’s downfall.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 44.5%, Action 21.4%, Action-Adventure 19.1%, Adventure 12.1%, Singleplayer 2.9%
A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Anime 13.5%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 6.9%
Race across land, sea, air, space, and time in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! Warp through Travel Rings into new dimensions where something new awaits around every twist and turn.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 28.9%, Online Co-Op 25.1%, Co-op 24.6%, Multiplayer 17.6%, Singleplayer 3.7%
A brand new pixel art restaurant simulator based on the Touhou Project! Play as Mystia, the owner of a small izakaya. Collect ingredients by day, cater to the customers by night, learn recipes from familiar characters, and become the best izakaya owner in all of Gensokyo!
Why similar: Anime 40.4%, Female Protagonist 29.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, 2D 14%
Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms
Why similar: Action 87.3%, Singleplayer 12.7%
Brave the perilous world of insects battling mind-bending roots.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Action 18.4%, Adventure 17.2%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, 2D 10.4%
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.
Why similar: Anime 28.3%, Female Protagonist 26.7%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 10%
Control the lovely little witch Nobeta, explore the unknown mysterious castle, and gradually discover the truth!
Why similar: Anime 32.7%, Female Protagonist 31.1%, Action 17.8%, Adventure 15.2%, Singleplayer 3.1%
Welcome to the eastern nation of Azuma! In this fresh take on Rune Factory, use your powers as an Earth Dancer to restore the land, its people, and even its gods. Along the way, battle corrupted monsters, rebuild seasonal farms and villages, and form bonds with the colorful locals.
The iconic roguelike deckbuilder returns. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, and discover relics of immense power in Slay the Spire 2!
Why similar: Co-op 54.8%, Multiplayer 26.5%, 2D 15.3%, Singleplayer 3.4%
Shadow the Hedgehog is back with Classic and Modern Sonic in SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences!
Why similar: Action 43.5%, Adventure 30.3%, 2D 19.8%, Singleplayer 6.4%
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
Why similar: Online Co-Op 33.1%, Dark Fantasy 26.1%, Adventure 21.1%, Multiplayer 16.3%, Singleplayer 3.3%
This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.1%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Anime 16.1%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Action 7.8%
Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Gothic 17.1% ★, Action 14.1%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Adventure 11.3%
In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.
Why similar: Anime 85.2%, Singleplayer 14.8%
In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.
Why similar: Action 33.7%, Anime 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 17%, 2D 15.3%, Female Protagonist 10.5%
The NecroDancer's back in an all-new rhythm game! Dragged into a strange new world, Cadence must engage in musical combat with monsters surging through the Rift! Face pulse-pounding Rhythm Rifts where every beat is a battle, all set to an original soundtrack by Danny Baranowsky & friends.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 51.6%, Action 30.9%, 2D 14.6%, Singleplayer 2.9%
Kazutaka Kodaka and Kotaro Uchikoshi join forces for the first time to deliver the ULTIMATE adventure game! 15 students are tasked with defending a school from grotesque monsters for 100 days. Can they make it to the end? And will they survive long enough to uncover the truth?
Why similar: Anime 60.6%, Adventure 33.5%, Singleplayer 5.9%
Embrace mind-blowing moments as you’re pulled deep into the many worlds of Split Fiction, a boundary-pushing co-op adventure.
Why similar: Co-op 24.4%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Action-Adventure 17.1%, Online Co-Op 17%, Action 8.1%
The Pinnacle of Mutant Blasting Action Is Here! — Blaster Master Zero 3's hybrid of sidescrolling and top-down action is back for its 3rd chapter, and more intense than ever before!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Anime 15.2%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 8.8%
