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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Platformer, Action, Atmospheric.

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  1. #1 MindScape: Verenna
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CoLoJo Games
    Windows

    Prepare for an electrifying journey through a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk world with Nova. Unleash her extraordinary powers and confront ruthless factions to reclaim a world on the brink of chaos, and reforge the destiny of humanity. Are you ready to shape the future?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Cyberpunk 20.4%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Post-apocalyptic 11.3%, Female Protagonist 9%

  2. #2 Mother ZERO
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mitral Pulse Studio
    Windows

    In Mother ZERO, a cyberpunk action-adventure game, fight your way through a decaying world full of mysteries and threats. Explore deep underground bunkers, battle corrupted creatures, and encounter bizarre characters.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 18%, Cyberpunk 17.1%, Nonlinear 8.4%, Action-Adventure 8%

  3. #3 Amber's Tale
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LazyTeaStudios
    Windows

    Embark on a thrilling journey of self-discovery in a world where magic reigns and humanity has crumbled, as you traverse through challenging environments and uncover the truth behind your lost memories in this dynamic metroidvania game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Souls-like 16.3%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Post-apocalyptic 8.7%, Nonlinear 7.7%

  4. #4 Foregone
    95% matchVery Positive82% of 1,396 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    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 27.7%, Souls-like 17.1%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 9.4%, Female Protagonist 7.1%

  5. #5 Last Souls
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ruben Wihler
    Windows · Mac

    Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 18.7%, Nonlinear 12.1%, Platformer 7.9%, Side Scroller 7.6%

  6. #6 HunterX
    94% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2022
    Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 12.5 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 27.9%, Souls-like 19.8%, 2.5D 15.5%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Female Protagonist 10.1%

  7. #7 DREIFRAME
    93% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
    Dev: MrDrone
    Windows

    Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 22.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Difficult 7.9%, Nonlinear 5.2%

  8. #8 Akatori
    92% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Contrast Games
    Windows

    Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.

    Why similar: Souls-like 19.8%, Metroidvania 19.6%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Platformer 8%

  9. #9 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
    91% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
    Dev: Innocent Soul
    Windows

    Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 21.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Difficult 8.2%, Side Scroller 7.4%

  10. #10 GRIME
    91% matchVery Positive85% of 6,541 reviews2021
    Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.0 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 26.4%, Souls-like 18.9%, 2.5D 14.5%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Platformer 7.6%

  11. #11 Enemies Within
    90% 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 30.3%, Souls-like 19%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Exploration 6.9%, Platformer 6.9%

  12. #12 Awita: Journey of Hope
    89% matchMostly Positive75% of 92 reviews2025
    Dev: ant_game_projects
    Windows · Linux

    Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 16.6%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Platformer 7.8%

  13. #13 Yars Rising
    89% matchVery Positive84% of 227 reviews2024
    Dev: WayForwardPub: Atari
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    From the renowned development studio WayForward Technologies, Inc. (Shantae, River City Girls, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp) comes Yars Rising, a 2D action adventure exploration of one of Atari’s richest, and best known classic titles.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Cyberpunk 16.7%, 2.5D 16.2%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Female Protagonist 8.3%

  14. #14 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    88% matchVery Positive92% of 3,126 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    "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 28.5%, Souls-like 16.3%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Platformer 7.7%

  15. #15 UROS: A Trip Through Shadows
    87% matchMixed60% of 64 reviews2021
    Dev: Oniric KittensPub: ESAT
    Windows

    Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 20.1%, 2.5D 14.1%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 9.1%

  16. #16 Dark Light
    86% matchMostly Positive78% of 739 reviews2022
    Dev: Mirari&Co.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Dark Light is a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk action-platformer with intense hack'n slash combat. Explore the unknown, enhance your abilities with cyberwares, and face off against supernatural entities to seal the Dark Void and end the eternal darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Cyberpunk 21.2%, Souls-like 20.6%, Post-apocalyptic 7.5%, Platformer 6.9%

  17. #17 3000th Duel
    86% matchMostly Positive72% of 626 reviews2019
    Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 18.4%, 2.5D 15.2%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 7.3%

  18. #18 Hippoxxus
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Rohan Patel
    Windows · Mac

    Explore and uncover the mystery of this enormous spaceship by shooting alien creatures in this Sci-Fi Action/Adventure Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 18.7%, Cyberpunk 18.5%, Platformer 7.5%, Difficult 7.3%

  19. #19 Dive Hard Dave
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SolidRock Games
    Windows

    Dive Hard Dave is an atmospheric action-adventure stealth game, set in a post-apocalyptic world shattered by massive tsunami and rise in sea levels. You play as Dave, a deep-sea diver who is forced into an unexpected adventure that will unravel mysteries of Earth's past. Made by a Solo Dev!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Cyberpunk 16.1%, 2.5D 15.4%, Side Scroller 13%, Post-apocalyptic 9%

  20. #20 Cryselts
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: B3N Games Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Cryselts is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania focused on exploration, modular suits, and ranged combat, set in a hostile world corrupted by a mutagenic threat. Join the Cryselts, an elite task force designed to protect the planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Post-apocalyptic 11.5%, Nonlinear 10.8%, Souls-like 10.3%, Platformer 10%

  21. #21 Rhythm of Resistance
    83% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: NetherMoon Game Studio
    Windows

    Rhythm of Resistance is a rhythm metroidvania where your playlist is your weapon. Fight to the beat, explore a forbidden past, and play music to restore culture in a silenced future. Every beat, a rebellion. Every song, a revolution.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, 2.5D 13.5%, Cyberpunk 13%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Female Protagonist 8.1%

  22. #22 Intertwined
    82% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: VoidNode
    Windows · Mac

    A 2D metroidvania where your final boss is the character you didn’t choose. Play as Seren or Umbra—Master directional spear combat, explore a broken world, and uncover the truth behind your bond.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Souls-like 21.5%, Difficult 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Platformer 8.2%

  23. #23 Eden's Guardian
    82% 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 26.3%, Souls-like 18.8%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Platformer 8.1%, Female Protagonist 7.6%

  24. #24 SHADE Protocol
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Little Legendary
    Windows · Linux

    SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Souls-like 22.2%, Platformer 9.5%, Difficult 8.1%, Side Scroller 6.8%

  25. #25 Arishia Tale
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AchuGamesStudio
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in an exciting anime-style metroidvania, where each skill unlocks new areas and secrets on the vast map. Face powerful bosses, acquire unique abilities, and uncover hidden mysteries in this ever-evolving world, all with traditional anime-inspired animation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Side Scroller 18.4%, 2.5D 15.4%, Female Protagonist 8.1%, Exploration 6.5%

  26. #26 Shieldbound
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Bangers
    Windows

    Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 20.4%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Platformer 8.6%, Difficult 7.8%

  27. #27 SELINI
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 66 reviews2026
    Dev: Cymban
    Windows

    A wordless metroidvania through fog-covered ruins and the remnants of a lost world. Explore, gain new abilities and uncover meaning without guidance or dialogue.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, 2.5D 14.9%, Post-apocalyptic 11.5%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Platformer 8.2%

  28. #28 Chiaroscuro
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BlackberryKinPub: BlackberryStudio
    Windows · Mac

    Chiaroscuro is a 2D adventure platformer with metroidvania elements. Explore a world that has fallen into darkness and discover the Lights to illuminate your forgotten past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Nonlinear 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Platformer 8.9%, Difficult 7.9%

  29. #29 ARO: Tales In The Dome
    79% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: 60K Interactive Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    "ARO: Tales in the Dome" is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure game. Play as Aro and explore an elemental world sealed beneath the dome. As the journey unfolds, uncover the hidden conspiracy and face the truth about the world, the dome, and yourself.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Souls-like 20.1%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Difficult 7.5%, Exploration 6.2%

  30. #30 The Devil Within: Satgat
    77% matchMostly Positive79% of 901 reviews2024
    Dev: Newcore Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 17.1%, 2.5D 14.8%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Post-apocalyptic 10.4%

  31. #31 DOOMBLADE
    78% matchVery Positive80% of 367 reviews2023
    Dev: Muro StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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 23.8%, Souls-like 16.5%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Nonlinear 10.6%, Female Protagonist 8%

  32. #32 INAYAH - Life after Gods
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 295 reviews2025
    Dev: Exogenesis StudiosPub: Headup
    Windows

    A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Cyberpunk 18.8%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Post-apocalyptic 9.2%

  33. #33 Plateman
    77% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2024
    Dev: 柠檬弓工作室Pub: East2West Games
    Windows

    Explore the steampunk world in Plateman. Fly over the world of machines full of gimmicks and monsters. Uncover the secrets of Shaman and the difference engine. Try to change this decaying world by Shaman Drum and the special lightning power.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Cyberpunk 12%, Nonlinear 11%, Platformer 10.7%, Difficult 9%

  34. #34 MindKatt:First Strike
    75% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: MapacheXstudio
    Windows

    An action-adventure game set in a dystopian future where mentally evolved cats fight for their freedom using robotic suits to interact with the human world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, 2.5D 20.9%, Cyberpunk 15.6%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 7.3%

  35. #35 S.P.L.I.C.E.D.
    76% matchMixed64% of 58 reviews2023
    Dev: Fishbait StudiosPub: Breda University of Applied Sciences
    Windows

    S.P.L.I.C.E.D. is a FREE Metroidvania made by students from Breda University of Applied Sciences. Traverse a Biopunk Chinatown with high mobility and difficult combat encounters.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Cyberpunk 18.2%, 2.5D 17.8%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Female Protagonist 8.4%

  36. #36 Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess
    75% 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 28.3%, Souls-like 18.6%, Side Scroller 11%, Difficult 7.9%, Female Protagonist 7.5%

  37. #37 Lightwood
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Unfixed Brain
    Windows

    Lightwood is an immersive semi-open world Metroidvania. Master your skills and fight magnificent Lords as you unravel the ancient mysteries behind the kingdom's decay.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Souls-like 23.9%, Nonlinear 14.8%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Exploration 5.6%

  38. #38 Vesuvius
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Snow Day Games
    Windows · Mac

    Explore the frozen depths of Vesuvius, a 2D action platformer. Set within the sprawling volcano, journey through fantastical alternate realities, battle corrupted mythical beasts, and survive a world steeped in ash and fable.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Souls-like 25.6%, Difficult 9.5%, Platformer 8.9%, Exploration 3.9%

  39. #39 Colorless World
    74% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2022
    Dev: Bazzucco Entertainment
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in this strange Colorless World. Unleash new mechanics and defeat obstacles, monsters, and bosses. As you unravel a hidden story told between the lines that will shape your ultimate destiny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Souls-like 21.9%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Platformer 9.3%, Difficult 6.1%

  40. #40 Altered Alma
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 2Awesome StudioPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
    Windows

    Altered Alma combines the beloved classic Metroidvania formula with RPG elements, dating sim features, a slick pixel-art presentation, and a gripping story. Whether you want to beat up bad guys, find love, or just explore the beautiful cyberpunk cityscape, Neo Barcelona awaits!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Cyberpunk 23.2%, Souls-like 14.7%, Female Protagonist 9%, Platformer 7.3%

  41. #41 Anokye
    72% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: Mills Media
    Windows

    Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.4%, Souls-like 22.6%, Difficult 10.2%, Platformer 7.4%, Exploration 4.4%

  42. #42 Cliff Kingdom
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Most likely no reason for hysteria
    Windows · Mac

    The lighthouse has gone dark! You awake as Mothboy, last in a long line of lightkeepers summoned when something goes wrong. In this action packed adventure you climb, fight and explore the depths of Cliff Kingdom searching for the lost light.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Souls-like 23.4%, Nonlinear 9.3%, Platformer 8.6%, Exploration 7%

  43. #43 Lotus Knight
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stinky Tofu Games
    Windows · Mac

    Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Souls-like 26.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Nonlinear 6.9%, 2D 4.9%

  44. #44 Gedda Cake
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Flannel Bear Games
    Windows · Mac

    Gedda Cake is a metroidvania about Dragons and Cakes. Play as 6 characters with unique skills and playstyles, swap between them on the fly, battle dangerous foes and explore the vast sugar-coated lands of Sugria. Help them reclaim their invaded world and get The Cake!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 21.3%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 9.1%, Difficult 8.1%

  45. #45 Dex
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 3,503 reviews2015
    Dev: Dreadlocks Ltd.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Dex is a 2D, side-scrolling, open-world cyberpunk RPG with a focus on exploration and non-linear gameplay.

    Why similar: Cyberpunk 37.7%, Metroidvania 20.4%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Platformer 5.7%

  46. #46 GINSHA
    71% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2023
    Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
    Windows · Linux

    GINSHA is a unique atmospheric pixelart Action Adventure Platformer with special Gravity Shield and Dash Mechanics. It combines a versatile Platformer core with RPG, Souls and Crafting Elements to an Anomaly among Metroidvania games.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 20.2%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 8.4%, Female Protagonist 8.3%

  47. #47 Spright
    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Studio Wallnut
    Windows

    Spright is a hand-crafted 2D action-adventure about a lone warrior in a diving helm, drawn into the ruins of a fallen world. Forge, swim, and fight through luminous caverns, cursed foundries, and drowned ruins.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Souls-like 22%, Platformer 12%, Exploration 7.3%, Action-Adventure 4.5%

  48. #48 Liminal City: Axiom of Maria - Chapter One
    70% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Studio Ganzheit
    Windows

    Liminal City: Axiom of Maria is a 3D Metroidvania set in Seoul — a ghost city run by AI after humanity's population collapse. Explore a twisted Seoul and discover new abilities.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Cyberpunk 20.5%, Nonlinear 13.5%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Platformer 8.2%

  49. #49 Last Vanguard
    69% matchVery Positive85% of 93 reviews2025
    Dev: Cool Tapir Studios
    Windows

    Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 19.6%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Platformer 7.9%, Difficult 7.3%

  50. #50 Runic Curse Remastered
    70% 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 36%, Souls-like 23.8%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Nonlinear 7.2%, Platformer 6.9%

  51. #51 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
    69% matchVery Positive87% of 99 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 28.7%, Souls-like 20.6%, Side Scroller 16%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Platformer 8.4%

  52. #52 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 130 reviews2025
    Dev: Brewed GamesPub: 1312 Interactive
    Windows

    Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 17.6%, 2.5D 16.9%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 8%

  53. #53 WarriOrb: Prologue
    69% 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: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 20.7%, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 8.8%, Difficult 8%

  54. #54 Steel Flood
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Egobounds
    Windows

    Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Souls-like 23.4%, Platformer 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Difficult 8.2%

  55. #55 Chegra: The Lost Recipe
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ciderheart Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Nonlinear 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Difficult 9.3%, Exploration 7.7%

  56. #56 VELASTER
    66% matchVery Positive87% of 82 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 28.4%, Souls-like 19.9%, 2.5D 16.6%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 8.4%

  57. #57 Dimension Rift Zero
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MrDyvik
    Windows

    Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Souls-like 23.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Difficult 9.1%, Exploration 6%

  58. #58 Hollow Knight
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 542,706 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Souls-like 21.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Difficult 8.2%, Side Scroller 4.8%

  59. #59 Mask of Soul
    65% matchVery Positive84% of 56 reviews2026
    Dev: XION ENTERTAINMENTPub: XIONPLUS
    Windows

    Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Souls-like 24.1%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 6.5%

  60. #60 Shadow Complex Remastered
    68% matchVery Positive85% of 954 reviews2016
    Dev: ChAIR EntertainmentPub: Epic Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered. 10+ hrs of exploration and fast-paced combat from award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, dynamic melee take-downs, and new Master Challenges.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.4%, 2.5D 19.9%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Platformer 12.6%, Singleplayer 1%

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