
ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.
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ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.

The Vagrant
Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?

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!
Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, RPG 6.9%
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 43.9%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Side Scroller 10.7%, RPG 8.1%, Anime 7.5%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Action RPG 8.9%
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 32.4%, Anime 14.7%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Female Protagonist 8%
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 29.2%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Action RPG 11.6%, Platformer 10.5%, Anime 10.4%
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 36.9%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Anime 11.4%, Hack and Slash 8.6%, 2D 3.9%
ICEY is a 2D side-scrolling action game and a META game in disguise. As you follow the narrator's omnipresent voice, you will see through ICEY's eyes and learn the truth about her world. The narrator will constantly urge you in one direction, but you must ask, "Why? Why am I following his directions?“ Obey? Rebel?
Why similar: Female Protagonist 21%, Hack and Slash 20%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Anime 12.7%, Metroidvania 8.5%
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 44.8%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Action RPG 10.9%, RPG 6.2%, 2D 5.2%
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 24.2%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Hack and Slash 13%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Anime 9.1%
Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, RPG 16.2%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Platformer 10.6%, Anime 10.1%
Underground dwelling girl Hisako is aiming for the surface in a zombie infested Tokyo. Hack and slash RPG! Obtain weapons and gear from enemies, and customize your skill tree to create your own unique and powerful a character!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.7%, Anime 15.7%, Metroidvania 15.1%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Hack and Slash 10.1%
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 28.9%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Drama 11.8%, Anime 11.2%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Action RPG 13%, Hack and Slash 8.2%
An action game set in the Ancient China, bringing players addictive experiences with its unique Chinese traditional art-style and sound design.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.7%, Female Protagonist 21%, Side Scroller 19.2%, RPG 10.1%, Anime 5.7%
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 45%, Female Protagonist 23.6%, Platformer 13.8%, Anime 7.9%, 2D 3.6%
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 29.9%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Anime 12.8%, Platformer 9.5%
Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.4%, Platformer 11.6%, RPG 8.5%, Side Scroller 4%, Action RPG 3.7%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Side Scroller 19%, Platformer 12.4%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Hack and Slash 9.2%
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 20.2%, Side Scroller 15%, Anime 11.3%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, RPG 10.2%
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 23.6%, Hack and Slash 14%, Female Protagonist 12%, Action RPG 11%, Anime 9%
Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Action RPG 11.3%, Platformer 8.8%
A succubus issues threats against humanity once every 100 years. While men die and young women disappear one by one, a succubus hunter visits a cursed city under the moonlight. Let's rescue abducted girls and defeat the succubus!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Sexual Content 10.3%, Platformer 9.9%
"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 30.5%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Anime 12.2%, Platformer 9.7%
Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Platformer 15.6%, Anime 8.6%, Side Scroller 6.2%
The ultimate edition of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero comes with all of the previously released DLC, Modes, and Costumes in one epic collection! Includes an exclusive Blue Bathing Suit for use in Beach Mode!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Platformer 14.5%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Anime 8.8%
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 29.6%, Side Scroller 16%, Female Protagonist 13%, Platformer 9.5%, Anime 8.9%
A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Platformer 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Anime 9.2%, Exploration 6%
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 40.9%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Side Scroller 7.6%, Story Rich 7%
Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Platformer 11.2%, Anime 8.4%
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 49.5%, Female Protagonist 21%, Post-apocalyptic 9%, Action RPG 7.4%, Anime 5.3%
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 53.1%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 10.7%, RPG 10%, 2D 4.2%
3D metroidvania game Evil Genome is coming! Heroine Lachesis will lead you to explore the vast wasteland world, experience different battles as well as develop your own character!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, RPG 22.1%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Action 5.3%
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Anime 15.2%, Platformer 10.8%, Exploration 8.7%
Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Platformer 9.2%
TAIKER is a platformer RPG. Peggy and her robot assistant Chopy will explore various area. Obtain skills to beat enemy and solve puzzles.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Anime 10.1%
Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, Hack and Slash 21.3%, Action RPG 13.4%, RPG 11.8%, Platformer 9.6%
Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Action RPG 12.1%, Platformer 9.8%
Pixel and Libraheart team up yet again in another retro styled lewd metroidvania! Help bounty hunter Lily through a large world while fending off a hordes of enemies and hope that her inner lust doesn't get the best of her.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Sexual Content 14.4%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Nudity 9%
Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Action RPG 10.1%
In the distant future when civilization is on the verge of extinction, people follow the legend of the Elysium in the last city, Havenswell. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland sci-fi ARPG, you will play as Arrisa, a Blader with immortality, and explore the city ruin to find the hope of a new life.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.5%, Action RPG 18%, Anime 17.4%, Post-apocalyptic 15.7%, RPG 7.3%
Travel back in time to change fate itself, in this beautifully crafted story-driven adventure, inspired by classic 90s action-platformers. Join timekeeper Lunais on her quest for revenge against the empire that killed her family, using time-bending powers to explore a vast, connected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Side Scroller 17%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Platformer 9.8%, RPG 7.1%
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 27.3%, Action RPG 14.7%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Anime 11.8%
Get portal-napped to an alternate version of The United States 2000 years in the future. Travel the 16-bit landscape of MURICA on a search for the way home; and maybe save the past while you're at it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Action RPG 11.9%, Post-apocalyptic 11.3%
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Platformer 9.6%
In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.
Why similar: Anime 28.6%, Action RPG 25.3%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Post-apocalyptic 12.9%, RPG 12.3%
Daniel was just an average guy. He was a great videogame player, a big fan of sci-fi movies, and a novice RPG player. In the midst of an RPG, he was teleported to a castle. At first, Daniel believed that he was having a massive hallucination.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, RPG 21.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Side Scroller 5.9%, Exploration 5.4%
I swear it's a nice action metroidvania game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Female Protagonist 13%, Anime 11.3%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Drama 6.6%
HAAK is a Metroidvania-Platformer. As the mysterious wanderer Haak, you embarked on an epic expedition across the vast cyber-wasteland to find your lost brother. Explore deserted cities and metro, refine your weapons and hack skills, and uncover the secrets behind metal and dust.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Post-apocalyptic 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Platformer 10.4%, Action RPG 9.6%
Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.8%, RPG 17.6%, Metroidvania 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Anime 10%
Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.
Why similar: Anime 27.7%, Female Protagonist 21.9%, RPG 13.6%, Action RPG 12.2%, Hack and Slash 8.9%
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 33.5%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Anime 11.4%, Platformer 11.3%, RPG 8.3%
Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Action RPG 13.7%, RPG 8.6%
Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Female Protagonist 19.2%, Anime 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Hack and Slash 8%
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Platformer 10.5%, Anime 8.6%
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Action RPG 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Platformer 9.5%
Ushering in a new era for the METAL GEAR franchise with cutting-edge technology powered by the Fox Engine, METAL GEAR SOLID V: The Phantom Pain, will provide players a first-rate gaming experience as they are offered tactical freedom to carry out open-world missions.
Why similar: Story Rich 60.3%, Action 23.5%, Adventure 9.4%, Singleplayer 6.8%
A Hentai action Metroidvania where you play as a cursed succubus reclaiming her powers. Slash through enemies with fluid Hack & Slash combat, drain their essence through animated lewd abilities, and unlock new powers as you explore a dark, corrupted world of lust, and corruption.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Action RPG 8%
《Heroine Anthem Zero : Sacrifice》 is an epic fantasy 2D side-scrolling ARPG with Japanese voiceovers and support for 7 languages. In a world unforgiven by God, it is a story of sacrifice and survival ten years in the making. Come and enter a world of adventure from long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Side Scroller 15%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Anime 10%, RPG 7.9%
In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Drama 10.1%, Action RPG 9.7%, Anime 8.5%
300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!
Why similar: Anime 25.2%, Action RPG 21.8%, RPG 15.4%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Story Rich 8.8%