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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Female Protagonist, Adventure, Singleplayer, Story Rich.

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Arietta of Spirits is a story-driven action-adventure game, with easy to approach game mechanics. Follow Arietta on her journey to unveil the mysteries of the Spirit Realm and immerse yourself in a story filled with emotion and surprising turns.

Reviews: Very Positive — 85% — of 716 reviews
Released: 2021-08-20
Developer: Third Spirit Games
Publisher: Red Art Games
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.3 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 87%

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    96% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,499 reviews2019
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    94% matchVery Positive83% of 2,883 reviews2021
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    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Windows
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    Windows
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    66% matchVery Positive94% of 81 reviews2025
    Dev: François Mauxion
    Windows

    Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.4%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, Action RPG 13.9%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Story Rich 9.1%

  54. #54 Traveler's Refrain
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 57 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Essence GamesPub: indie.io
    Windows

    Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds.

    Why similar: Action RPG 18.7%, Emotional 18.1%, Hack and Slash 14%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Story Rich 11%

  55. #55 Under The Island
    64% matchVery Positive92% of 512 reviews2026
    Dev: Slime King GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
    Windows

    Embark on an epic adventure in Under the Island! A 2D action-adventure steeped in ‘90s charm, step into the shoes of Nia, and battle fierce monsters, solve clever puzzles, and explore a world alive with mystery as you race to save your new home before it’s too late.

    Why similar: Action RPG 24%, Lore-Rich 15.4%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Exploration 10%

  56. #56 TEVI
    65% matchVery Positive89% of 4,050 reviews2023
    Dev: CreSpirit
    Windows
    Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Action-Adventure 19.6%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Story Rich 14.4%, Fantasy 8.7%

  57. #57 Forgotton Anne
    68% matchVery Positive90% of 2,051 reviews2018
    Dev: Throughline Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Step into a hand-animated realm of wonder in which everyday objects take on a life of their own. Uncover the Forgotlings’ mysteries & harness magical forces as you embark upon a quest to return home.

    Why similar: Soundtrack 37.1%, Emotional 19.6%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Story Rich 9.9%, Atmospheric 7.6%

  58. #58 Distortions
    71% matchMixed59% of 217 reviews2018
    Dev: Among Giants
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Use the power of music to reawaken long forgotten memories in Distortions, a story-driven journey through a world of unparalleled beauty.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.7%, Adventure 21.5%, Atmospheric 15.7%, Action 12.7%, Exploration 12.3%

  59. #59 Airoheart
    69% 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: Action-Adventure 20.9%, Emotional 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Story Rich 15.2%, Fantasy 9.3%

  60. #60 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    64% matchVery Positive92% of 3,252 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "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: Action-Adventure 18%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Fantasy 11.7%, Atmospheric 9.5%

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