- #1 Being and Becoming
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Souls-like 16.6%, Action RPG 10.7%, Side Scroller 10%, Dark Fantasy 5.2%
- #2 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 17,444 reviews2025
Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 18.2 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 53.4%, Souls-like 14.4%, Action RPG 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%, Side Scroller 3.5%
- #3 Darxanadon
96% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Souls-like 17.3%, Action RPG 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
- #4 Cyan Breach
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChiCheng Studio
Windows
Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, Action RPG 18.4%, Souls-like 15.4%, Combat 7.2%, Hack and Slash 5.1%
- #5 Ex Angelus
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
Windows
Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Souls-like 18.2%, Action RPG 13.3%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Hack and Slash 6.5%
- #6 Miracle Corp.
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bonefish Games
Windows
Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Souls-like 19.4%, Action RPG 13.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Hack and Slash 5.3%
- #7 THE DARK DWELLERS
93% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: COLNELIUS
Windows
In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Souls-like 18.3%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Action RPG 8.1%
- #8 THORN DEMON HUNTER
92% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.8%, Souls-like 20.3%, Action RPG 14.5%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Action 5.4%
- #9 Roots of Cinder
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 17.1%, Action RPG 15.3%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Hack and Slash 6.8%
- #10 Midpoint
91% 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 36.5%, Souls-like 18.8%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Action RPG 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%
- #11 Din of Sen
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Espy Games
Windows
Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Souls-like 19%, Action RPG 16.5%, Hack and Slash 6%, Dark Fantasy 5.1%
- #12 The Witch Blade
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SergS WorkshopPub: Rokyte Publishing
Windows
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 19.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Action RPG 8.7%, Side Scroller 6.5%
- #13 Rune Fencer Illyia
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nootbox Games
Windows
Traverse a massive, ruined and beautiful world in this intense, atmospheric action platformer. Steal enemy abilities and fight them back with their own runic magic and deadly swordplay, as you attempt to find your lost twin sister in the sunken kingdom of Ithos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 15.1%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Swordplay 8.7% ★, Action-Adventure 7%
- #14 REVENGE CRYSTAL
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SAMx003 Games
Windows
Possessed by a living crystal, fight for revenge in a top-down Soulslike action RPG. Master precise combat and elemental magic, explore a shattered world, solve deadly puzzles, and defeat brutal bosses to expose the Crystallen’s sins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Souls-like 22.8%, Action RPG 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Action 4%
- #15 HunterX
87% matchVery Positive84% of 719 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 37.7%, Souls-like 19.1%, Action RPG 14.4%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%
- #16 Obsidian Legion
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Palisade Games
Windows
Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Souls-like 21.1%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Combat 6.8%
- #17 Mother's Sword
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsitle
Windows
Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Souls-like 25.1%, Action 7.1%, Action-Adventure 6.3%, Swordplay 5.6% ★
- #18 Moonscars
85% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Souls-like 20.8%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Action 6.3%
- #19 The Song of Awakening
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Noeski LLC
Windows · Mac
The Song of Awakening is a 2D action-platformer where you play as a bard with the power to create magic through music. Explore a world once ruled by the Lyramancers, wielders of music-magic, who were extinguished by a mad king. Defeat the malevolent god of silence and restore harmony to the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Souls-like 18.7%, Action RPG 18.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Combat 7.3%
- #20 Crown Of Silence
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nyro Interactive
Windows
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Side Scroller 15%, Souls-like 14.7%, Action RPG 10.4%, Action-Adventure 5%
- #21 Runic Curse Remastered
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, Souls-like 20.9%, Action RPG 8.7%, Side Scroller 7.9%, Action 6.6%
- #22 Foreign Sun
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Final Scene dev
Windows
YOUR CHOICES RESHAPE A LIVING CITY. Explore a sprawling metropolis, wield mysterious powers, and uncover the secrets of the Eternal Lighthouse. Your decisions will make a world of difference.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Souls-like 19.1%, Action RPG 16.8%, Action 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%
- #23 Zenith
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nocturnia Studios
Windows
Step into a dark and decaying world with Zenith, an Action RPG that blends intense combat, deep exploration, and an immersive atmosphere. Explore ruined cathedrals and gothic landscapes filled with secrets, facing relentless enemies that will challenge your skill and strategy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Souls-like 19.9%, Action-Adventure 11%, Action RPG 9.1%, Action 6.7%
- #24 Crowsworn
81% 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 37.7%, Souls-like 17.6%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Hack and Slash 5.4%
- #25 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
79% matchVery Positive84% of 6,153 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action RPG 8%, Action-Adventure 6.3%, Action 4.5%
- #26 The Light of the Darkness: Renascence
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
Windows
Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Souls-like 14.6%, Action RPG 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%
- #27 Go Alone
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: orobi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Souls-like 22.9%, Action-Adventure 5.8%, Action 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%
- #28 Old Ninja : UnderWorld
78% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Waterfall Studio
Windows
Old Ninja: Underworld is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania action game where an aging ninja explores a chaotic underground world. Battle through a bizarre mix of enemies with no apparent connection, strengthen your ninja, and challenge the boss lurking deep below.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Action RPG 12.3%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Action 9.8%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
- #29 Last Night of Winter
79% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
Wake up and walk, Warden! Because the siege continues. We must find the Heir... And finally put an end to this cursed night.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Souls-like 21%, Action RPG 12.5%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 5.4%
- #30 DARK SUN (黑暗太阳)
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rou Shan Game
Windows
[DARK SUN] is an action game with 2D black and white graphics. Souls game mode. Explore the post-apocalyptic world after a thousand years, collect weapons, armor, battle techniques, magic, and challenge powerful enemies. Advance through repeated deaths to find the truth of the doomsday.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 19.5%, Action RPG 13.9%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Hack and Slash 6.5%
- #31 Dusted Dusk
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.6%, Action RPG 15%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Action 6%, Dark Fantasy 5.5%
- #32 Souldiers
77% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.2%, Action-Adventure 9%, Souls-like 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Combat 6.4%
- #33 Kloa - Child of the Forest
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wildpad GamesPub: Crytivo
Windows
Consumed by a mysterious curse, restore a once lush forest and its inhabitants to their natural state in this action adventure tale. Experience fast-paced combat, puzzles, and the beauty of nature captured in handcrafted pixel art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Souls-like 20.3%, Action RPG 14.8%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Hack and Slash 4.9%
- #34 GRIME
75% matchVery Positive85% of 6,299 reviews2021
Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Souls-like 18.2%, Action RPG 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #35 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
76% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Souls-like 32%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%, Action RPG 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%
- #36 The Legend of Chalkvania
75% 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 45.6%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Combat 6%
- #37 Power (of) Metal
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Souls-like 18.1%, Action RPG 17.2%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Action 6.9%
- #38 The Light of the Darkness: Origins
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
Windows
An Action-RPG soulsvania where you explore a seamless and interconnected world through a zoomable map with no loading break. Engage in epic aerial battles, absorb essence to level up, and craft powerful spell combos by defeating brutal bosses and harnessing their Mystic Nature.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Souls-like 18.6%, Action RPG 13.5%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
- #39 VELASTER
71% matchVery Positive86% of 76 reviews2026
Dev: ODYSSEYER
Windows
VELASTER is a gruesome 3D side-scrolling action combat game set in the Middle-earth called Malum. You will find yourself growing in battles against various monsters and bosses. Take revenge that remains in your fading memories.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Souls-like 17.6%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action RPG 12.4%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #40 Undying Hare
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 妖妖酒
Windows
Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Souls-like 16.4%, Action RPG 10.5%, Swordplay 8.1% ★, Hack and Slash 6.2%
- #41 Eden's Guardian
73% 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 34.6%, Souls-like 17.7%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #42 The Bounty Huntress
74% 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 56.6%, Side Scroller 12%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Action 8%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #43 HunterX: code name T
72% matchVery Positive88% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
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 36.3%, Souls-like 17.9%, Action RPG 15.4%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Action 5.7%
- #44 Lightward
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wolfbit Games
Windows · Mac
Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, Souls-like 23.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Action 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%
- #45 Elysian Echoes
71% 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 38%, Souls-like 18.4%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%
- #46 Human vs Food
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OdGames
Windows
Human vs Food is a challenging action platformer game set in a world where food has taken over the world. In battle, you will have to destroy food a lot and skillfully. Explore 100 levels, play as 6 different characters with different skills. Save the world!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Souls-like 19.5%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Medieval 6.4%
- #47 Reng Azure Requiem
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Surffe Studios
Windows
Awaken Reng Azure in a post-apocalyptic world. Master teleportation in 4 directions, travel through portals connected to the realm of souls, evolve your soul, explore corrupted regions and choose between combat or redemption in this 2D pixel art action and exploration journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Souls-like 18%, Action RPG 15.3%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%
- #48 Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pixel Beer Games
Windows
Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Souls-like 18.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Swordplay 9.5% ★, Action-Adventure 5.9%
- #49 Silent Santicado
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vigilant Addiction Studios
Windows
Explore a silent, crumbling world in Silent Santicado! A retro journey through a fallen kingdom tainted by lost magic. Explore overgrown ruins, encounter a cast of peculiar characters, and defeat a menagerie of twisted enemies as you search for the source of Santicado's curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Souls-like 21.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Action-Adventure 6.1%, Combat 5%
- #50 A Song in Elyel Nalore
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54%, Action RPG 18.9%, Action 7.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
- #51 Mariana
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Sky Mavis Gann
Windows
In Mariana you are dropped into an unknown trench to explore. You will find fantastical creatures and rare artifacts. Fight bosses and mini-bosses in order to dive as deep as possible and uncover the mystery of the trench.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Souls-like 18.8%, Action RPG 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.4%, Action 5.6%
- #52 Infinity Wanderer
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Imdie Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Infinity Wanderer is a roguelite, souls-lite action-platformer. Players dive into Lunara's dark story, facing her fears in a nightmare world. With handcrafted levels and deep character customization, it offers fluid, challenging combat that blends fast-paced and strategic souls-like mechanics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 15.5%, Side Scroller 12%, Action RPG 10%, Dark Fantasy 6%
- #53 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
68% matchVery Positive87% of 98 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 36.9%, Souls-like 18.9%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Action RPG 13%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #54 Crownless
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Wallnut
Windows
Carry your life as a fragile crown in Crownless! An epic action adventure built for exploration and punchy combat. Explore a vast hand-crafted 2D world, uncover forgotten realms, and dash, swim, and forge your way through the unknown.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Souls-like 20.5%, Action 6.6%, Action-Adventure 5.7%, 2D 3.5%
- #55 Garm Ruins
67% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2024
Dev: kiukiu
Windows
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 64.1%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Action 14.4%, 2D 4.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #56 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 40.8%, Souls-like 20.4%, Action RPG 10.6%, Action-Adventure 5.9%, Dark Fantasy 5.3%
- #57 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Souls-like 19.1%, Action RPG 11%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #58 Enemies Within
67% 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 41.8%, Souls-like 18.7%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Action-Adventure 6.4%, Dark Fantasy 4.3%
- #59 Blessing Part I
65% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53%, Action RPG 17.2%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Action 6.3%, Dark Fantasy 5.3%
- #60 Tails of Iron
66% matchVery Positive88% of 14,278 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!
Why similar: Souls-like 21.3%, Metroidvania 20.2%, Action RPG 18%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Swordplay 6.1% ★