- #1 NETHER HEROES
97% matchVery Positive89% of 773 reviews2024
Dev: MitridanPub: Arakuma Studio
Windows
Immerse yourself in Nether Heroes, an intense action-platform roguelike game. Conquer challenging dungeons, face menacing creatures, and defeat powerful bosses on your epic adventure.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.3%, Platformer 22.7%, Roguelike 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action 6.8%
- #2 Prodigal
96% matchVery Positive92% of 623 reviews2020
Dev: Colorgrave
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Journey through a vibrant world fighting vicious monsters, exploring puzzling dungeons, and collecting magical artifacts. Unravel the mysteries of Vann's Point and bond with all of its curious townsfolk!
Why similar: Action RPG 28.7%, Story Rich 17%, RPG 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, 2D 8.1%
- #3 Lone Fungus
96% matchVery Positive83% of 1,186 reviews2023
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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: 2D Platformer 25.1%, Platformer 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Magic 10.2%, Colorful 8.7%
- #4 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
94% matchVery Positive85% of 184 reviews2022
Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Platformer 34.1%, Pixel Graphics 26.1%, Action 11.3%, 2D 9.7%, Story Rich 9.5%
- #5 Demon Peak
95% matchMixed70% of 244 reviews2017
Dev: Kajak Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 43%
In Demon Peak, you play as the nameless warrior, trapped inside the depths of an unholy Mountain. Explore the mysterious and perilous enviroments, fight against a multitude of different enemies and gather magical abilities to overcome the Mountain's evil inhabitants.
Why similar: Platformer 29.3%, Pixel Graphics 25.9%, Action 21.1%, Adventure 14.7%, 2D 8.9%
- #6 Pale Abyss - Prototype
93% matchVery Positive87% of 367 reviews2025
Dev: Permanent Crab Studios
Windows
Descend into the Pale Abyss, a cursed chasm where the forgotten truths of a dying world fester in its depths. Inspired by games such as King’s Field and Shadow Tower, Pale Abyss is a first-person action RPG about exploration and adventure. Currently it's just a demo with about 1 h of playtime.
Why similar: RPG 28.4%, Pixel Graphics 28.3%, Medieval 23%, Adventure 10.7%, Retro 8.7%
- #7 Demons of Asteborg
94% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Neofid Studios
Windows
Demons of Asteborg® is an action-platform game, with elements of metroidvania. Play as Gareth and prevent Zadimus from destroying Asteborg !
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 14.5%, Magic 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Story Rich 10.4%
- #8 Faeland
92% matchVery Positive84% of 378 reviews2023
Dev: Talegames
Windows
Begin your journey in Faeland, a handcrafted 2D action-adventure RPG set in a beautiful fantasy world inspired by the 8-bit classics.
Why similar: Action RPG 18.5%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, RPG 12.1%, Platformer 9.6%
- #9 Tales Of Wakana
91% matchMixed62% of 126 reviews2026
Dev: OrangeTiger
Windows
"Tales of Wakana" is a fairy-tale action-adventure game full of fantasy and challenges. Step into a vast, mysterious continent, use magic to battle diverse monsters, and enjoy a unique soulful journey exploring the meaning of life, family bonds, and self-discovery.
Why similar: Platformer 17.8%, Action RPG 17.7%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, RPG 9.2%
- #10 Shine Within
91% matchVery Positive89% of 147 reviews2021
Dev: Ayetoons
Windows
A top-down action-adventure game as you collect & solve puzzles in order for you to explore & unravel this mysterious world.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 32.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, RPG 16%, Mystery 9.8%, Action 8.3%
- #11 Pages of Time: Prologue
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,961 reviews2022
Dev: Starbeings Studio
Windows
Pages of Time: Prologue is a 2D platformer puzzle game. Play as the witch who controls the magic of time, in a beautiful and magnificent magic academy, utilize the skills of recording and rewinding time, solve all kinds of puzzles, and look forward to the adventure of the future.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 34.1%, Platformer 21.2%, RPG 17.8%, Story Rich 14.3%, Adventure 7.4%
- #12 Ancient Abyss
90% matchMixed66% of 192 reviews2021
Dev: Screambox Studio
Windows
Ancient Abyss is a 2D Zelda-like action game where you will explore mysterious and hidden events in a randomly generated maze. As you progress, you’ll gain more power and collect items to help you reach further into the maze.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.8%, Roguelike 20.5%, RPG 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Action 7.3%
- #13 7th Domain:Tree of Chaos Prologue
88% matchVery Positive83% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: Lightimpact
Windows
"7th Domain" is a horizontal version action game derived from Roguelike Metroidvania combined with treasure grinding gameplay. You will play a child of destiny who repairs the world and finds the truth of the broken world. You will grow in battle and challenge the unknown and hidden forces.
Why similar: RPG 28.5%, Pixel Graphics 23.4%, Magic 19.8%, Action 19.2%, Adventure 8.5%
- #14 Lord Ambermaze: Prologue
87% matchVery Positive96% of 116 reviews2024
Dev: Potata CompanyPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Lord Amber maze: Prologue is a free entry to a turn-based dungeon-crawler set in a labyrinth of frozen time. Plan each move carefully, battle quirky monsters, and solve intricate puzzles, one dungeon at a time.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 21.6%, Pixel Graphics 21.2%, Action RPG 20.5%, RPG 18%, Fantasy 7.4%
- #15 Elementallis
86% matchVery Positive91% of 290 reviews2026
Dev: AnKae GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.3%, Magic 16%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Story Rich 11.7%, RPG 7.1%
- #16 The Little Brave
86% matchPositive92% of 74 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: Platformer 26.3%, 2D Platformer 26.3%, Magic 17.4%, Colorful 8.1%, Medieval 7.3%
- #17 Ascent DX
85% matchVery Positive99% of 307 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: Platformer 41.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.9%, Story Rich 13.9%, Adventure 12.1%, Mystery 7.4%
- #18 Abyss Of Pleasure
84% matchVery Positive90% of 136 reviews2024
Dev: Jpegsama
Windows
The story is about the adventures of the witch Erika in a world filled with monsters. Erika will have to find her sisters and deal with all the obstacles along the way!
Why similar: Action RPG 31.4%, RPG 24.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Action 11%, Adventure 8.6%
- #19 Unsung Warriors - Prologue
84% matchVery Positive95% of 1,434 reviews2019
Dev: Osarion
Windows · Mac · Linux
Unsung Warriors is a 2D action-adventure game set in Iron Age inspired Europe. Fight your way past enemies and traps, while exploring the secrets of an ancient crypt.
Why similar: Platformer 46.6%, Action 20.5%, Adventure 16.6%, 2D 11.1%, RPG 5.2%
- #20 Bygone Dreams: Prophecy
83% matchVery Positive87% of 202 reviews2025
Dev: Prime Time
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Bygone Dreams: Prophecy is a free prologue for a high fantasy Action-Adventure game set inside a surreal dream world. Face fantastical adversaries, solve puzzles, and fight your way through challenging bosses in your quest to save the world's matron deity and stop the nightmare consuming the dream.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.5%, Magic 21.4%, RPG 19.2%, Action 10.2%, Adventure 7.1%
- #21 Tales of Isenberg
82% matchVery Positive100% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: Madarász AndrásPub: Market Garden Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Tales of Isenberg is a medieval fantasy-style, Hungarian-voiced 2D platformer that blends action and skill. The hero, Alrik, journeys to the frozen castle of Isenberg to face the forces of darkness. Dangerous foes and unexpected twists await you!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.3%, Platformer 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Medieval 11.8%, Action 6.3%
- #22 Night Reverie: Prologue
82% matchVery Positive92% of 281 reviews2020
Dev: Somber Pixel
Windows
Night Reverie: Prologue is the first act of a Puzzle/Adventure game in which a child must solve the mystery behind the distortion of his house. Explore puzzle-filled environments and discover strange creatures as you reach the truth behind of what looks like a bizarre nightmare.
Why similar: Story Rich 26.7%, Pixel Graphics 24.5%, 2D 17%, Colorful 15.4%, Mystery 9.8%
- #23 Janosik
81% matchVery Positive94% of 687 reviews2020
Dev: Onix GamesPub: Retrovibe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Challenging retro pixel graphics action-platformer. Become a legendary rogue Janosik and explore the big mountain castle level full of secrets. Available for FREE!
Why similar: Platformer 27.6%, 2D Platformer 26.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Action 8.6%, Colorful 7%
- #24 Magic Rampage
79% matchVery Positive95% of 1,765 reviews2022
Dev: Asantee Games
Windows
Magic Rampage is a fast-paced action RPG platformer with a massive single-player campaign, deep character customization, and challenging dungeons. Master powerful gear, uncover secrets, and test your skills in competitive and PvP modes.
Why similar: Magic 16.2%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Action RPG 14.1%, RPG 8.3%
- #25 The witch and the bottle of concepts
81% matchMixed62% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: 岛叶游戏Pub: 月光游戏
Windows
A fantasy pixel-style Metroidvania roguelike game. The amnesiac witch picks up her reliable broom and embarks on a journey with Elf companions to defeat the Villain and regain their homeland, unveil the conspiracy. Through the magic mirror, break the 4th wall and find the truth!
Why similar: Lore-Rich 22.6%, RPG 21%, Roguelike 19.2%, Story Rich 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #26 Eldritchvania
79% matchVery Positive85% of 139 reviews2024
Dev: DeathCount Games
Windows
Explore unearthly ruins, solve arcane riddles and pick up your sword against the indescribable horrors that lurk amidst the forgotten depths of our world. Beware the creeping grip of madness as you uncover secrets not meant for the eyes of men!
Why similar: Platformer 27%, Lore-Rich 24.2%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Story Rich 9.7%, 2D 6.8%
- #27 Pixel Dungeon VR: Prologue
78% matchVery Positive86% of 280 reviews2024
Dev: Suplife Games
Windows
With core of Dungeons battle, upgrade Battle Talent's combat thrills, this co-op game brings you into VR Minecraft world to explore the unknown!Epic boss battles, rich weapons & avatars, get full game Pixel Dungeon VR and be ready for more epic dungeon adventures!
Why similar: Action RPG 40.7%, RPG 30.6%, Action 15.9%, Adventure 11.8%, Singleplayer 1%
- #28 WarriOrb: Prologue
80% matchVery Positive88% of 400 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: Platformer 37.6%, RPG 18.9%, Story Rich 18%, 2D 10.3%, Action 8.5%
- #29 Sophie: Starlight Whispers
77% matchVery Positive94% of 51 reviews2026
Dev: Youth Gaming
Windows
Join Sophie on this adventure with deep storytelling and immersive graphics. Battle against monsters, explore the universe, unlock new spells, and discover why being different can be a superpower.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 23.7%, Magic 21.5%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Fantasy 7.1%
- #30 Alwa's Legacy
78% matchVery Positive87% of 648 reviews2020
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.1%, Platformer 20.9%, Magic 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Fantasy 5.9%
- #31 Mondealy: Day One
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 664 reviews2021
Dev: uglycoalPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Mondealy: Day One is a prologue for the 2D adventure game Mondealy. You can see how adventures in the magical kingdom of Dargratt begin.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.6%, Story Rich 25.4%, RPG 22.7%, 2D 12%, Adventure 9.4%
- #32 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
74% matchVery Positive95% of 278 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: Platformer 21.3%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Magic 15.2%, RPG 10.7%, Adventure 7.7%
- #33 Star Leaping Story:prologue
75% matchVery Positive95% of 123 reviews2024
Dev: ZerovHao
Windows
Players will use a unique dash system to navigate through various obstacles! The main challenges lie in maneuvering skills and reaction speed, utilizing it to complete different levels in the game, gradually piecing together the truth of the story. This is a free-to-play prologue version.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28%, Platformer 24.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Action 9.2%, Story Rich 8%
- #34 The Stranded Traveler
76% matchMixed68% of 77 reviews2023
Dev: DeadEaglePub: Spitfire-Games
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in The Stranded Traveler, a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game where you take on the role of a traveler stranded on a mysterious island. Explore dangerous environments, fight fierce enemies, and defeat challenging bosses!
Why similar: Platformer 31.7%, 2D Platformer 31.6%, Action 10%, Fantasy 7.8%, Adventure 7.4%
- #35 The Druid
75% matchVery Positive84% of 131 reviews2023
Dev: NAO Studios
Windows
We embody the spirit of The Dagda, king of the Celtic gods, with the objective of liberating his territory from the corruption of the goddess Morrigan in a 2D roguelike platformer full of intensity.
Why similar: Magic 19.3%, Lore-Rich 15.3%, Roguelike 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Medieval 8.9%
- #36 Even the Ocean
76% matchVery Positive86% of 284 reviews2016
Dev: Melos Han-TaniPub: Analgesic Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A story-rich 2D platformer where you'll delve into dangerous power plants and massive creatures, while uncovering the truth of your world. Explore towns and cities, and help a world thrown out of balance!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 30.7%, Platformer 17.7%, Story Rich 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Colorful 8.4%
- #37 Cathedral
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 460 reviews2019
Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!
Why similar: Platformer 32.5%, Pixel Graphics 22.3%, Action 18.9%, Adventure 12.5%, Retro 7.4%
- #38 9 Years of Shadows
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,324 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Platformer 25%, Action RPG 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Magic 8.6%, Lore-Rich 8.3%
- #39 Wyvia: Prologue
72% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
Windows
Wyvia is an open world 3D action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs. Save your world from a monstrous invasion. Choose from 4 unique classes, and customize them with a robust cross-class skill system. Craft and upgrade weapons and armor. Explore dungeons full of enemies, and defeat terrifying bosses!
Why similar: Magic 23.9%, Action RPG 23%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, RPG 13.1%, Colorful 8%
- #40 Nakuma
70% matchVery Positive88% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: Vision Interactive
Windows
Nakuma is a singleplayer RPG with focus on grinding for gear and experience points. Obtain a variety of magical spells, upgrade your gear and invest stat-points as you progress!
Why similar: Action RPG 26.7%, RPG 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Magic 14%, 2D 5.6%
- #41 Phoenotopia: Awakening
71% matchVery Positive83% of 2,883 reviews2021
Dev: Cape Cosmic
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.
Why similar: Platformer 34%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Action 10.5%, 2D 8.3%, Adventure 8.2%
- #42 Little Gods of the Abyss
69% matchVery Positive88% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: PLAY MephistowaltzPub: GRAVITY
Windows
To heal a corrupted and crumbling world, Nia's journey begins. Beyond the twisted space, restore the gates and reclaim the forgotten flow.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 33.5%, Platformer 30%, Story Rich 18.4%, Colorful 11%, Adventure 6.4%
- #43 Snoody: One of the Ayrie
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Game Stables
Windows
Bring back color to the wonderful planet Ayries! Together with Snoody and his friend Picke go on an exciting adventure to other planets. Explore distant worlds, study elemental magic, collect crystals and defeat monsters! Save the people of ayrie and find out, who is responsible for their troubles.
Why similar: Magic 67.2%, Adventure 14.3%, Action 12.8%, PvE 4.2%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #44 Animal Rescuer: Prologue
73% matchMixed69% of 148 reviews2020
Dev: Turquoise Revival Games
Windows
Animal Rescuer: Prologue is a free standalone version of the game Animal Rescuer, featuring the initial part of the story. Our hero is helping lovely animals through exploring an epic world with faster gameplay and increased quest and combat intensity.
Why similar: Action RPG 31.7%, RPG 19.8%, Story Rich 15.7%, Medieval 14.5%, Action 10.3%
- #45 Dungeons of Hinterberg
67% matchVery Positive93% of 3,363 reviews2024
Dev: Microbird GamesPub: Curve Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Discover the magic and lore of the Alps in this acclaimed Action Adventure. Forge relationships with locals to help you solve puzzles, battle monsters and uncover secrets of the legendary Dungeons of Hinterberg!
Why similar: Magic 21.3%, Platformer 21.2%, Action RPG 20%, Story Rich 11.5%, RPG 11.1%
- #46 Dwarf Journey
70% matchVery Positive93% of 367 reviews2021
Dev: Orube Game Studio
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Dwarf Journey is an action roguelite platformer with randomly generated levels. Defeat enemies, level up, assemble your rune build and collect minerals to forge better equipment on an epic journey in search of immortality.
Why similar: Platformer 21%, RPG 18.1%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Roguelike 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #47 Inexistence
73% matchMixed66% of 372 reviews2016
Dev: Jonathan BRASSAUD
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Discover a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.
Why similar: RPG 27.2%, Action 26.4%, Platformer 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Adventure 10.3%
- #48 Shalnor Legends: Sacred Lands
73% matchMixed69% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: Johnny Ostad
Windows
A Story-Rich RPG/Action-Adventure Game, made by one person over the course of three years. Step into the shoes of the young Elf Rynna, and explore the Sacred Lands. Venture into dangerous dungeons, explore caves and solve puzzles and become the champion of the Goddess Illeria.
Why similar: Action RPG 19.8%, Lore-Rich 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Story Rich 11.5%, RPG 11.4%
- #49 Relic Abyss
67% matchVery Positive83% of 98 reviews2026
Dev: Reverse LoopPub: Mameshiba Games
Windows · Linux
Experience a unique hand-crafted Bullet Heaven Roguelite RPG set in a Fantasy x Sci-fi world filled with 💪might, 🪄magic, and 🎡lost technology! A mysterious tale centered around a world-devouring Abyss awaits...🦑🌎
Why similar: Magic 25.3%, Action RPG 23.7%, RPG 15.8%, Roguelike 15.6%, Action 7.1%
- #50 Spirits Abyss
69% matchVery Positive96% of 427 reviews2020
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Spirits Abyss is a roguelite platformer with destructible terrain. Cast into the Abysm you must explore its diverse depths battling phantasmic meanies and plundering its useful treasures to find a way home... but does something nestle beyond the realmic veil of death?
Why similar: Platformer 38.2%, Roguelike 26.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, 2D 9.1%, Action 7.7%
- #51 Akatori
67% matchMostly Positive70% of 267 reviews2026
Dev: Contrast GamesPub: Games Harbor
Windows
A colorful action platformer with metroidvania elements and a staff that unlocks unique combat techniques and new ways to overcome obstacles. Explore beautiful worlds, fight monsters, and help Mako stop the amber storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.8%, Platformer 25.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Story Rich 12.1%, Action 8.3%
- #52 Airoheart
71% matchMixed58% of 85 reviews2022
Dev: Pixel Heart StudioPub: SOEDESCO
Windows · Mac
Airoheart is a top-down action-adventure RPG inspired by the classics. Embark on an epic journey to save the world from evil and test the strength of your heart in this emotional tale of betrayal, tragedy and redemption.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23.8%, RPG 23.5%, Story Rich 20.8%, 2D 10.5%, Colorful 8.4%
- #53 Primal Light
70% matchVery Positive81% of 427 reviews2020
Dev: Fat Gem
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Inhabit Krog, a mysterious blue creature in a red loincloth, as he traverses a labyrinth of ladders, levers, traps, and monsters. Explore the nooks and crannies of a bizarre and evocative world as you hack and slash your way to victory, leaving a graveyard of grotesque bosses in your wake.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 36.2%, Pixel Graphics 19.9%, Platformer 14.2%, Action 6.3%, Retro 6%
- #54 Aurora: A Child's Journey
68% matchVery Positive93% of 989 reviews2020
Dev: Luski Game StudioPub: Prothos
Windows
Guide Aurora through this beautiful adventure using her imagination to discover who's responsible for the fire that is ravaging her village and its surroundings.
Why similar: Story Rich 38.5%, Colorful 19%, Action 18.8%, Adventure 13.4%, Mystery 10.2%
- #55 Shattered Divinities
63% matchVery Positive95% of 888 reviews2026
Dev: 星魂游戏Pub: TrueColor Games
Windows
Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.
Why similar: Platformer 24.9%, RPG 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Magic 10.5%, Action RPG 9.9%
- #56 Force of Nature 2: Prologue
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 82 reviews2023
Dev: A.Y.std
Windows
Force of Nature 2: Prologue is an introduction to the world of the main game. Explore one of the many worlds and uncover its mystery. This game combines the genres of Survival, Sandbox, Action, Adventure, RPG, Strategy and Resource Management
Why similar: Action RPG 27.9%, Magic 23.2%, RPG 18.6%, Action 9.6%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #57 Overbowed
67% matchVery Positive91% of 93 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.8%, Platformer 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Magic 15.6%, Action 7.3%
- #58 Adventure of Samsara
65% matchVery Positive93% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: Ilex GamesPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
A hero resurrected. A new Adventure. With stunning, 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world, and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. Become the Solar Champion and restore balance to the multiverse.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 15.3%, Lore-Rich 15.1%, Action RPG 14.1%, RPG 9.1%
- #59 Auridia
63% matchVery Positive98% of 184 reviews2025
Dev: Reed Molbak
Windows · Mac
Explore an interconnected world full of platforming challenges in this short metroidvania. Reach new areas by swinging from ceilings, throwing bombs, bouncing off spikes, and more. Examine dozens of artifacts, commune with forgotten gods, and piece together what happened to Auridia.
Why similar: Platformer 26.1%, Story Rich 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, Lore-Rich 16.4%, Action 7.1%