- #1 Slayer Of Sin
97% match3 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: TwixTrix
Windows
Slayer Of Sin is a 2D action platformer with simple hack-and-slash mechanics, incorporating arcade-like combat and art. Slayer Of Sin follows an unnamed hero's quest to save the human realm from the seven distinct demons, The Seven Deadly Sins.
Why similar: Demons 32.3%, Metroidvania 22.8%, Dark 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Platformer 7.2%
- #2 Refidenptio
96% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2023
Dev: Nezashiron Games
Windows
A Boomer-Shooter with epileptic 1-bit pixel art. Immerse yourself in an enigmatic story destroying all enemies in front of you with a unique combat mechanic. Face depression head on, your enemies are just things created by your mind.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 26.2% ★, Demons 16.4%, Dark 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Bullet Hell 10.6%
- #3 Hands of Necromancy
96% matchVery Positive84% of 398 reviews2022
Dev: HON TeamPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Hands of Necromancy is a Dark Fantasy FPS metroidvania, inspired by classics such as Heretic and made with the GZDoom engine. Wield weapons, magic or transform into a fearsome monster to slay your foes, then raise them as undead servants and unleash even more carnage to become a master Necromancer!
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 26.2% ★, Demons 19.2%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Metroidvania 16.5%, Dark 8.3%
- #4 Bloodshed
94% matchVery Positive85% of 1,782 reviews2025
Dev: com8com1 SoftwarePub: Headup
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Bloodshed is a Roguelite Survivors FPS; an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action!
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 22.5% ★, Demons 19%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Bullet Hell 11.1%, Dark 11.1%
- #5 Reaper of Immortals
95% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Mounaim
Windows
Reaper of Immortals is a pixel-art adventure game, that tells the story of a lost reaper who is seeking his true purpose. Fight your way through countless enemies, reap everything that stands in your way, and find out the ultimate truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Demons 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Emotional 14.9%, Platformer 9.1%
- #6 Thy Creature
94% matchVery Positive82% of 142 reviews2022
Dev: Growing Seeds
Windows
A dark fantasy story adventure to face the long-forgotten 「memories」!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 21.1%, Emotional 16.5%, Dark 14.2%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%
- #7 ARTMESS
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FIMstudio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Maya and a mysterious companion enter a fairytale world turned nightmare. Explore stunning locations, meet mythical characters, and battle the darkness to uncover the truth!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.8%, Dark 17.9%, Metroidvania 16%, Platformer 11.6%, Side Scroller 8.3%
- #8 10 Hours Before Sunrise
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Goburin Studios
Windows
A brutal 8-bit-style boomer shooter inspired by the best of ‘80s trash horror. You are Samuel Alvarez, a broken man who discovers a cabin worse than any nightmare. Survive the night and face the forces of Wendakor — or you won’t see the dawn.
Why similar: Demons 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Shooter 12.2%, Dark 10.5%
- #9 BLOODKILL: Goreblast Overkill
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: SLAM AWAY GAMES
Windows
BRUTAL shooter focused on action, gore, and old school death metal music. Unleash your overpowered arsenal to goreblast hordes of ferocious beasts on your way through ancient dark forest.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 26% ★, Demons 19.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.3%, Dark 10%
- #10 Citadale - The Accursed Seal
91% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: ERMediaPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
The dark lord Rhogul is about to be resurrected and the only man capable of stopping him is dying. Explore a vast open world in this action game with metroidvania elements and join Arion Dorleac in his final days for one last time...
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Demons 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Dark 10.8%
- #11 Speedrunnerz
90% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: JH GrobbelaarPub: WaximanProductions
Windows
In this game, you will embark on various trails, each starting in a secure location. As you progress through the portals at the end of each trail, be prepared for increasing levels of difficulty. You are one of the best speedrunners out there!
Why similar: Demons 20.5%, Metroidvania 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Dark 13%, Side Scroller 10.2%
- #12 Interstellar Sentinel
89% matchVery Positive98% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Uplifting Goat LLC.
Windows
ADHD core loop weapon system will keep you on your toes in this thrilling sci-fi fantasy shmup / shoot'em up with epic boss battles and a vast arsenal of futuristic weapons! Battle legions of demonic entities, restore the cosmic balance, and save the universe! Experience FLOW STATE gaming!
Why similar: Demons 26.9%, Dark Fantasy 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Bullet Hell 12.7%
- #13 Dark Watcher
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matsapura Games
Windows
Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Dark Fantasy 20.3%, Emotional 14.8%, Platformer 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #14 The X-Type
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BinaryWriter
Windows
Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Face grotesque aberrations, unlock achievements, and conquer the hardcore mode. The first level of an expanding saga!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Shooter 9.1%
- #15 Mainasutto: I'm Not Alone
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DAndrëwBox
Windows
Break the time loop, save your world! A combat-focused metroidvania that lets you capture enemy souls and turn their powers against them. Explore a corrupted timeline in a fractured world where death isn't the end. Rewind your choices, change your path, and prevent the Mainasutto.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Emotional 12%, Platformer 10.5%, Dark 7.6%
- #16 Kalinur
86% matchVery Positive96% of 497 reviews2022
Dev: Pixel vs Pixel
Windows
Defeat the mage Kalinur and bring peace back to the kingdom in this mini metroidvania with a lot of action.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Demons 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
- #17 GRIMWAR
85% matchVery Positive92% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: BookWyrm
Windows
THE ARCHMAGE IS DEAD. THE GRIMWAR IS FREE. MANA IS FLEETING.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 35.8% ★, Dark Fantasy 23.4%, Dark 11.8%, Platformer 11.2%, Shooter 9.7%
- #18 Sinned
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: xDenny
Windows
Sinned is a fast-paced retro FPS game situated within the darkest depths of hell where you will fight demonic legions and Pandemonius, Lord of Hell himself!
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 35% ★, Demons 23.1%, Bullet Hell 15%, Dark 13.1%, Shooter 9.6%
- #19 Malleus Maleficarum
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hairgression
Windows
A Metroidvania inspired by the mechanics and style of classic games in the genre. Help Mirabel find different ways to explore a haunted mansion and hunt terrifying witches while gaining new weapons and discovering more about the macabre experiments carried out by demonic beings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Demons 23.7%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Platformer 8.5%
- #20 The Legend of Chalkvania
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Crocodilligator Games
Windows
Explore a bite-sized action-adventure RPG brimming with classic charm. Battle familiar foes, uncover hidden secrets, and meet a cast of sketchy characters. Uncover new paths, hoard powerful gear and items, and forge your own legend of Chalkvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Dark Fantasy 24.2%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Choices Matter 7.9%, Dark 6.1%
- #21 DEVIATOR
82% matchMixed68% of 994 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.2%, Demons 15.3%, Platformer 10.8%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #22 Project Warlock
83% matchVery Positive87% of 6,089 reviews2018
Dev: Buckshot SoftwarePub: Retrovibe
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Project Warlock is a first-person shooter that fans of Doom, Hexen, and Wolfenstein cannot miss. It serves you an exploding cocktail of bullets, spells, and monsters. Battle through 60 levels of non-stop action, packed with bloodthirsty enemies and challenging bosses.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 38% ★, Demons 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.8%, Bullet Hell 8.6%
- #23 Will O Wisp
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 是政屋
Windows
This is a platform action game in which you control light in a world shrouded in complete darkness and rely on it to progress. Use the light to travel from place to place and illuminate the buried truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Emotional 19.4%, Platformer 15.1%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Action 7.5%
- #24 Risky Woods
82% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Dinamic SoftwarePub: Bleem.Net
Windows
Battle your way through risky woods and murky caves. Stomping Skeletons....traps to trick you....face-gripping flying fiends!
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Demons 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Platformer 13.1%
- #25 Core Awakening
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rhemery
Windows
A top-down retro rogue-like. Explore a world that is slowly being corrupted by an unknown entity. Play solo or up to 4-players. Pick a class and discover, collect and modify dozens of different guns, abilities and upgrades. Find the source of Corruption and stop it from spreading.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Emotional 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Dark 14.3%, Bullet Hell 14.2%
- #26 Ruby's Realms
80% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Chilling Moose Games
Windows · Mac
Ruby's Realms is a platformer blending metroidvania exploration with level-based challenges in mysterious cursed realms. Leap across precarious platforms, blast cultists and possessed monsters with magic flames. Collect upgrade points and buy upgrades from your friend, Skully.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Demons 19%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 9.3%
- #27 Eden's Inferno
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ThadPub: Vaguely Retro LLC
Windows
Descend through Heaven and Hell as a Guardian Angel in search of her human. A movement focused Boomer Shooter inspired by retro 3D Platformers and Collectathons, which takes place in a large interconnected world set in the afterlife.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 28.3% ★, Metroidvania 21.4%, Demons 16%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Platformer 8.9%
- #28 Valiant Saga
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PixhittPub: Nuntius Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Valiant Saga is a brutal 2D action-platformer with RPG elements. Wield a massive axe and explore cursed kingdoms, from snowy hills to blood soaked catacombs. Face hordes of abysmal creatures with pixel art visuals and a powerful metal soundtrack.
Why similar: Demons 22.5%, Metroidvania 20.2%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Dark 10.3%
- #29 A Rooftop Tale
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Andrea Putortì Games
Windows · Mac
Explore, solve enigmas and fight mutated creatures in a 2D narrative-driven metroidvania with pets, set on the rooftops and the undergrounds of a flooded countryside, enriched by cinematic cutscenes, diverse scenography and memorable characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Emotional 16.7%, Platformer 11.2%, Side Scroller 7.1%
- #30 Bone n' Gone
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gatocalvojogos
Windows
A challenging and fun game that will push the player to the peak of their gameplay. Get ready to win, lose, die, and play again! Perfect for those looking for a challenge in the FPS style!
Why similar: Demons 26.9%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Dark Fantasy 18.8%, Shooter 14.7%, Action 9.1%
- #31 The Devil Within: Satgat
76% 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: Demons 23.8%, Metroidvania 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Dark 11%, Side Scroller 9.9%
- #32 Deepening Fire
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 633 reviews2023
Dev: VeryBigDogPub: Merlion Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Demons 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Dark 12.9%, Side Scroller 12.5%
- #33 THE DARK DWELLERS
77% 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 24.5%, Dark Fantasy 24.3%, Dark 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Platformer 7.1%
- #34 Infernax
75% matchVery Positive93% of 2,184 reviews2022
Dev: Berzerk StudioPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Dark Fantasy 21.7%, Dark 12.5%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #35 Alice Into the Panopticon
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Lunarians
Windows
Guide Alice, a young girl lost in an unfamiliar and dangerous world, in her quest to return home. In this 2D action-adventure metroidvania game you will meet peculiar characters, traverse a multitude of sceneries, and fight powerful beings known as Egregores to unravel the truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Platformer 13.8%, Dark 13.6%, Adventure 6.5%
- #36 Spray N' Pray
72% matchVery Positive92% of 111 reviews2025
Dev: Vancouver Film School
Windows
Spray N' Pray is a fast-paced boomer shooter where you play as Justinian, a priest armed with dual revolvers. Dash, run, and jump through a demon-infested cathedral, vanquishing hellspawn and fallen angels to earn your righteous place in heaven.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 43.6% ★, Demons 36.1%, Shooter 14.1%, Action 6.2%
- #37 Cryptis
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 748 reviews2024
Dev: DobrxPub: Split Signal
Windows
Shoot, slice, and shred your way through hordes of the undead in Cryptis, a retro-inspired boomer shooter combining modern visuals with '90s gameplay. Embrace the chaos, slaughter your enemies, and leave nothing left standing!
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 26.7% ★, Demons 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Bullet Hell 12.7%
- #38 Voivod: The Nuclear Warrior
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chaosmonger Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A brutal action metroidvania set in a world where reality is breaking apart. Battle biomechanical mutants, traverse shifting landscapes, and uncover fragments of your lost mind as you push deeper into a twisted post-apocalyptic nightmare.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Dark 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Aliens 6.9%
- #39 1/2 Red Riding Hood
75% matchMostly Negative23% of 35 reviews2021
Dev: DIG Games
Windows
There is this girl known as the Red Riding Hood. She has the strength of ten men. This is a completely different story about the familiar fairy-tale character Red Riding Hood. A much darker and twisted version.
Why similar: Demons 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Bullet Hell 16%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Platformer 10.7%
- #40 Golden Knight
72% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Guara Studios
Windows
Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Dark Fantasy 22%, Demons 15.4%, Platformer 13%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #41 Odallus: The Dark Call
74% matchVery Positive88% of 1,350 reviews2015
Dev: JoyMasher
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Demons 16.4%, Platformer 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #42 Apostle 3D
73% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Anarky Games
Windows
Apostle 3D is a throwback to retro shooters of the 90s, Fight your way through the dead, demons , religious fanatics and time to take revenge on those who took your life. Stop the demonic invasion and rest in peace.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.2%, Demons 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Dark 11.3%
- #43 SKINWALKER: First Blood
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SISMO GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Skinwalker is a hack n’ slash action platformer where you swear allegiance to a formidable beast to save your daughter from a terminal illness. Shapeshift into the creature’s monstrous form and wield untamed wrath in exchange for its freedom and the promise of a cure.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.3%, Dark 16.4%, Platformer 15.9%, Metroidvania 10.2%, Action 9.9%
- #44 OUTGUNNED!
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PINECREW
Windows
OUTGUNNED! is a fast-pased action-platformer set in a cyberpunk dystopia where cats are the dominant species. Topple the corporation as one of the playable characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Shooter 10.1%, Side Scroller 8.6%
- #45 Aroya Knight
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Ofir AroyaPub: BombBite
Windows
Aroya Knight is a demanding 2D Metroidvania action-platformer. Master punishing, precision combat where every encounter matters and explore the dying world of Cygnus. Collect charms, pick a path each time, and connect to Lola’s and Lucy’s story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Dark Fantasy 24.3%, Dark 19%, Platformer 12.5%, Choices Matter 5.9%
- #46 Against Great Darkness Prologue
71% matchPositive84% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: Hitreg Studios
Windows
Against Great Darkness Prologue is a brick-breaking, roguelite where you play as a pagan trying to escape Hell's maw. Trigger relics by keeping your disks bouncing, experience unique events where you can obtain incredible loot, and battle hellish bosses while always keeping an eye on your disks.
Why similar: Demons 32.4%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Dark 13.6%, Shooter 8.4%
- #47 Pact of Darkness
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KuGames
Windows
Pact of Darkness is an action game with souls-style hack-n-slash combat. You have been trapped by a contract and have lost your memories, explore and fight against corrupted creatures and find out why you are there.
Why similar: Demons 54%, Dark Fantasy 26%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Action 7.2%
- #48 Grim Blade
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OneHeadInteractive
Windows
Grim BladeA mystical 2D platformer where a flaming skull uncovers its past! Slash enemies, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden secrets.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30.1%, Demons 19.7%, Dark 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #49 Well Dweller
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Dark Fantasy 27.5%, Dark 11.4%, Side Scroller 10%, Platformer 9.5%
- #50 Leap of Sins
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Floky
Windows
Leap of Sins is a solo, first person psychological horror parkour game that thrusts you into a nightmarish version of hell. As a damned soul, you must climb a decaying skyscraper filled with deadly obstacles and deceptive jumps, all while battling the psychological horrors of your Hell Loop.
Why similar: Demons 35%, Dark Fantasy 30.7%, Dark 17.3%, Platformer 8.3%, Adventure 4.4%
- #51 Empyreus
68% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Ludi Antiqui
Windows
A short, free danmaku bullet hell following two gun-wielding angels as war unfolds in Heaven. Dodge dense Touhou-style patterns, face demanding boss fights, and uncover skill-based secrets in this tight retro experience. Survive the bullet hell and restore the bullet heaven!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Demons 19.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 6.3%
- #52 Zeleny Grimn
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Catarsia Dev
Windows
Join Zeleny on his adventure through the Dardaglia region and unveil all the mysteries hidden within it. Explore maze-like paths and test yourself as you face numerous dangers while unlocking new skills.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 35.5% ★, Metroidvania 25%, Platformer 12%, Shooter 11.1%, Adventure 4.7%
- #53 Dark Adelita
67% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: Brain-dead Rabbit GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Dark Adelita is a brutal, 2D action platformer rooted in Mexican folklore. As Angela, a fearless Adelita, fight your way through mythic horrors, dodge deadly traps, and face legendary bosses from Mexico’s past—all while uncovering a supernatural threat born from revolution.
Why similar: Demons 27.6%, Dark Fantasy 21.6%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Dark 13.9%, Platformer 10.3%
- #54 Blaster Bunny Sacrilege
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Powergames1142
Windows
Our protagonist wakes up without remembering anything about her life. Your objective in the adventure will be to remember what you did to lose it, and who knows... Maybe you will discover the dark secrets of humanity that SHE don't want you to know.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Side Scroller 17%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Shooter 13.2%
- #55 Shelldom
67% matchVery Positive97% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: RoteMandarinen
Windows
Climb, endure, and test your skill in Shelldom. a brutal platformer where every jump counts. One slip could send you tumbling down, but at the top lies the fabled Holy Water. Many have fallen trying to claim it. will you break the curse, or become just another lost shell in the tower?
Why similar: Demons 25.1%, Dark 16.8%, Emotional 15.9%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Platformer 12.5%
- #56 Shyftrs
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wicked Art Games
Windows
Shyftrs is a 2D stylized action adventure metroidvania game that will take you on a journey to uncover the mysteries of your lineage and the world beyond. Your weapon of choice are Cane Sword, Pistol or use your new found prowess. Step up and embrace the adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Dark Fantasy 26.8%, Dark 12.8%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 9.8%
- #57 Against Great Darkness
67% matchVery Positive83% of 210 reviews2024
Dev: Hitreg StudiosPub: Hitreg Studios
Windows
Against Great Darkness is a brick-breaking, bullet hell, roguelite where you play as a pagan trying to escape Hell's maw. Trigger relics by keeping your disks bouncing, experience unique events where you can obtain incredible loot, and battle hellish bosses while always keeping an eye on your disks.
Why similar: Demons 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.8%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Dark 15%, Shooter 9.9%
- #58 Sealed Bite: Extended
65% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2026
Dev: Ruben S. LuisPub: Pineapple Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Emilia's life turns into chaos as her family members disappear, one by one. Forced to put her trust in a wolf spirit, Emilia sets off to search the land while pressured into feeding a monstrous power. Will the enigmatic figure she encounters offer guidance, or is Emilia diving head-first into peril?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.9%, Platformer 11.9%, Action 5.3%
- #59 The 7th Sign Project
66% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Try-Estate
Windows
The 7th Sign Project is a classic 2D-platformer action game inspired by Doom, Quake, Abuse, and Painkiller games. Our goal is to entertain the player with massive enemy fights, boss fights, and stirring music.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Platformer 15.3%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Shooter 12.6%