- #1 Liminalia
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Space74
Windows · Mac
Unravel the mysteries of these forgotten lands in a hand-drawn, narrative-driven 2D action-adventure, as a white-robed girl awakens in the depths of an abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, Platformer 8.7%, 2D Platformer 7%, Story Rich 5.6%
- #2 Akatori
96% 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: Metroidvania 20.5%, Difficult 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Female Protagonist 7.8%
- #3 RIN: The Last Child
95% matchMixed61% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: Space Fox GamesPub: Salient Games
Windows
Join RIN, the last child of the Creator, on a journey to restore order in a mystical world. Collect aspects and runes, craft spells, and confront powerful bosses - your transformed siblings. The fate of the world rests in your hands. Can you restore harmony to this enchanted realm?
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Difficult 11.6%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 9.1%, Exploration 6%
- #4 Autonomous Odyssey
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SunOracle Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Autonomous Odyssey is a story-driven, hand-drawn 2D metroidvania. Use agile platforming on your apocalyptic sci-fi journey to explore the labs once filled with exceptional researchers. Fight through vengeful robots on Pim’s quest to find his missing father and restore everyone's humanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, Difficult 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 8.7%
- #5 A Dream of Burning Sand
94% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Eldwood
Windows · Linux
Two girls travelling through the desert, fighting monsters and solving puzzles. An action-adventure exploration-based platformer game with lots of sidequests and more secrets than you will ever find.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
- #6 Florarium
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Melting Caramel
Windows
Florarium is a Metroidvania game focused on exploration and battle. Explore the mysterious world full of unexpected secrets. Battle fierce enemies with your bow. Choose your own path to your goddess in the vast, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Platformer 9.5%, Exploration 7.4%, Story Rich 6.6%
- #7 Cavalier
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Coin Laundry Games
Windows · Mac
The King's pup levels up! Cavalier is a single player hand drawn Metroidvania. Combat enchanted creatures while you explore the expanding map, and restore the magical kingdom in this charming medieval adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Hand-drawn 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Puzzle Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 8%
- #8 Little Beast in the Big Maze
91% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Castle Teeth Games LLC
Windows · Linux
A fantastical, atmospheric Metroidvania platformer where you jump, fight, and expand your abilities to escape your exile and confront the beastly Queen who banished you. But will this fairy-tale end with you becoming a hero, or a beast?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 9.1%, Action-Adventure 9%, Female Protagonist 8.6%
- #9 Spirit Fusion
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
- #10 Misspell
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
Windows
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, Platformer 9.1%, Difficult 6.6%, Action-Adventure 6.3%
- #11 Sweet Dreams Dahlia
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2357 Steps
Windows
I wake beneath the ruins of a world built on dreams. I descend the shattered Tower, explore forgotten biomes, master ancient combat techniques, and face the consequences of my absence. Beautiful metroidvania about identity, guilt, and choice after the collapse of a powerful civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Platformer 8.5%, Female Protagonist 8.3%
- #12 Sima: The Lost Reflection
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Double Distilled Games
Windows
Explore a vast mountain filled with mysteries. Play as Sima, a swift girl with a scythe, and uncover hidden knowledge to find your way through an interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Hand-drawn 11%, Exploration 6.6%
- #13 Shards of Memories
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Twelve Games
Windows
Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Hand-drawn 16.1%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Platformer 5.7%
- #14 Chiaroscuro
87% 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 26.4%, Difficult 12.9%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 8%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #15 Shell Soul:The Skull
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlueWindGame
Windows
A nameless skeleton awakens in a graveyard. To recover lost memories and uncover the truth, it embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Puzzle Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Exploration 8.8%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #16 Dimension Rift Zero
86% 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 28.5%, Difficult 14.1%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Platformer 8.8%, 2D Platformer 6.4%
- #17 Feather's Edge
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Clockwork Acorn
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dash and slash through an innovative kinetic metroidvania. The Tower of Time awaits – a rich, handcrafted world fractured by the collapse of time. Slice through foes in tough-as-talons bite-sized battles, and master the way of the bird warrior.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Difficult 13.8%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Platformer 7.6%, 2D Platformer 7.4%
- #18 Torii: Beyond The Gates
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #19 Amalu, Wells between worlds
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: IndieTech Studio
Windows
Amalu: Wells Between Worlds is a pixel-art 2D platformer, and Metroidvania blending Atmospheric exploration, Spell-casting puzzle mechanics, Amazigh/North African mythology and an emotional storytelling
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Puzzle Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Exploration 8.3%, Platformer 8.1%
- #20 Marko: Beyond Brave
82% matchMostly Positive72% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: Studio MechkaPub: Studio Mechka
Windows
Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, Multiple Endings 7.7%
- #21 Chaos Rider
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chaos Rider Team
Windows · Mac
The crazy plan to revive an ancient spirit has finally succeeded. The Chaos Rider is here to restore an age of magic to this fallen world. With a powerful adaptive robotic body and ancient powers, explore, forge alliances, conquer foes and challenges, and uncover countless secrets and wonders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Difficult 16.2%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Exploration 7.3%, Platformer 6.7%
- #22 Mable & The Wood
84% matchMixed55% of 87 reviews2019
Dev: Triplevision GamesPub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hunt down massive beasts and, upon destroying them, shapeshift into their forms in order to use their powers to save or destroy the world. Players with less violent intent can find secret paths to complete Mable without killing anything, including bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Difficult 13%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Female Protagonist 8.1%, Platformer 7.6%
- #23 Caesura
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: No Bananas Studio
Windows
Explore caves, forest, and clouds to discover new secrets in the mysterious world of Caesura. A rhythm driven, hand drawn world. Match your jumps and dashes to the beat to solve challenging puzzles that ask you to dance along with the world as it also dances to the beat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Platformer 9.4%, Female Protagonist 8.8%
- #24 Fatal Claw
78% matchVery Positive96% of 168 reviews2025
Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
Windows
Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Difficult 11.7%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Multiple Endings 7.1%
- #25 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,588 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Platformer 9.1%, Hand-drawn 8.3%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Difficult 6.2%
- #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: Metroidvania 27.4%, Difficult 14%, Puzzle Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 8.2%, Mystery 6.5%
- #27 Potata: Foxy Tale
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Potata Company
Windows
Potata: Foxy Tale is a fairy tale themed platformer adventure game in a beautiful world of dark forests. Your goal is to restore the balance and assemble the fragments of the Woodland Spirit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Puzzle Platformer 14.4%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Platformer 10.3%, Atmospheric 6.8%
- #28 Raji: Prologue
80% matchVery Positive89% of 626 reviews2020
Dev: Nodding Heads Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 21%
Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion. She must use the powers granted to her by the gods to rescue her brother as she battles to face the demon lord Mahabalasura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 10.9%, Atmospheric 7.8%, Story Rich 7.7%
- #29 Cosmic: A Journey Among Shadows
78% matchMostly Positive70% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: King's Pleasure
Windows
Embark on a journey through a land of darkness to save your lost shadow. With the help of a mysterious beast’s shadow, master new abilities, outsmart enemies, and uncover hidden truths in your quest to reclaim what’s been taken.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Puzzle Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Difficult 10.3%, 2D Platformer 10.1%
- #30 Fevercide
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fevercide is a metroidvania with elements of horror and adventure games. Join Sandra as she explores the stately cities of a Russian Empire that never fell. Solve puzzles, fight with monsters, and face the demons from her past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Platformer 9.1%
- #31 Reso-Seeker
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ralta Studios
Windows · Mac
Resort adventure of exploration, life-sim and a little action. Your guide is in-game "Brochure" filled with map and activities. Check them off as you go. Learn new skills to unlock new areas. Days at the waterpark, nights at the hotel lounge. No enemies. Just your own pace. A cozy Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 11%, Puzzle Platformer 7.7%, Hand-drawn 7.6%
- #32 Solateria
74% matchVery Positive84% of 713 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Difficult 14.6%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Platformer 6.6%
- #33 Isadora's Edge
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: InboundShovel Games
Windows
Can you keep going when all hope is lost? Isadora's Edge is a 2D Metroidvania with a unique future fantasy setting. Explore an alien world, battle against the corrupted forces bringing it to the edge of destruction, and uncover the secrets behind its impending demise!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Difficult 13%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 7.9%, Multiple Endings 7.9%
- #34 Alwa's Legacy
77% 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: Metroidvania 29.4%, Puzzle Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #35 TOUKAN
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: .mar1000
Windows
Explore a mysterious world where every melody can reveal a forgotten passage. Use your beak, your song and your knowledge to progress and uncover the many secrets buried deep within the Metroidvania Puzzle-Platformer that is TOUKAN.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Puzzle Platformer 14.9%, Mystery 12.2%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Exploration 6.3%
- #36 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
75% matchVery Positive90% of 1,804 reviews2023
Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Platformer 7.7%
- #37 City of None
74% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Noel & Liam BerryPub: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows · Linux
A metropolis crumbles into ruin as powerful Barons satisfy their greed upon souls lost in time. You are but one spirit, with a wooden body left to rot in the wild…
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Platformer 11.5%, Exploration 7.7%
- #38 Shyftrs
73% 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 28.2%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Puzzle Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #39 Puppetmaster
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gabriel Games LLC
Windows
Discover a metroidvania with a huge world, platform-fighter dynamic combat, smart bosses, deep lore, and original music, all made by two brothers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Story Rich 7.2%, 2D Platformer 6.5%
- #40 The Tale of LUMI
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GamerXP Studio
Windows · Mac
The Tale of LUMI is a fast paced, metroidvania inspired, action game. Collect powers from Gods and Heroes. Upgrade your Skills. Defeat unyielding enemies. Explore LUMI and unveil the secrets that lie within this puzzling Kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 8.8%, Mystery 7.4%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #41 ARO: Tales In The Dome
72% 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 26.6%, Difficult 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12%, Hand-drawn 8.5%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #42 Somnium Shore
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
Windows
A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Exploration 8.6%, Difficult 6.6%
- #43 The Eternal Life of Goldman
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Weappy StudioPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
In this breathtaking platformer adventure, explore a vast hand-drawn Archipelago, inspired by ancient fables and depicted in classic frame-by-frame animation, and defeat a mysterious Deity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Difficult 12%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Platformer 7.4%
- #44 Earthblade
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows
You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Platformer 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #45 Irang : the last hope
72% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: SnoozyMondayPub: DCD
Windows
In Joseon, a kingdom honoring the Four Deities, chaos reigns. Nobles have unleashed sealed evils in a power grab, causing calamities. Join Irang and Haru on a journey to liberate the Deities and reclaim Joseon's last hope.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Puzzle Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Hand-drawn 9.3%
- #46 Irang
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: BREMEN
Windows
Under the tyranny of the four-throated, magic collapsed and darkness fell. Irang embarks on a journey to find her missing family and uncover her birth's secret. In a Metroidvania-style adventure, she explores a decayed world, enhances envoy powers, and aims to restore the lost light.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Puzzle Platformer 10.6%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Platformer 7%
- #47 Hot-Pink
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zhetkenshek
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Hot-Pink is 2d Platformer game that has a uniqe system, You will have to find keys to the locked doors and fight your enemy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Puzzle Platformer 15.6%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 10%
- #48 Infinitevania
67% matchVery Positive93% of 252 reviews2026
Dev: JHT Games
Windows
A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Difficult 12%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #49 Nocturnal 2
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sunnyside Games
Windows
Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Platformer 8.6%
- #50 Code: Elyse
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jump_Button
Windows
Code:Elyse is a haunting atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dark sci-fi world. After crashing down from space, Elyse finds herself alone on a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Story Rich 5.6%
- #51 Memoria
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Counting SheepPub: Counting Sheep
Windows · Mac · Linux
Memoria is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where magic is as much about memory as it is about power. You play as a powerful—but aging—sorceress who awakens in a familiar but fragmented world. Only by exploring the world around you can you spark your memories, and remember once again.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 8.8%, Female Protagonist 6.8%
- #52 Ceplion
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mert Ali Barlas
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in Ceplion, a metroidvania-inspired action-platformer. Explore the Ceplion Island, uncovering mysteries and ancient secrets. Engage in precise combat against believers and monstrous creatures. Harness the power of inheritors to bring an end to the relentless war.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Difficult 13.3%, Puzzle Platformer 9.3%, Hand-drawn 8.3%, Platformer 8.1%
- #53 Canvania
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cardamom Games
Windows
Draw the world as you explore it in this hand-drawn Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Puzzle Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Platformer 8.3%
- #54 Grapixo Arte em Guerra
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Akyoma StudioPub: MIRA AÇU
Windows
Scratch in a 2.5D world that blends hip hop aesthetics with action/platforming, where urban art has come to life. Explore dynamic environments, face cleaning robots, and uncover secrets of this vibrant world as you reclaim your identity in this intense and colorful adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Platformer 11.7%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Action-Adventure 5.7%
- #55 MIO: Memories in Orbit
64% matchVery Positive83% of 4,771 reviews2026
Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Difficult 11.7%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, Platformer 8.4%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
- #56 Dirtlight
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Applava
Windows
Dig through an odd world full of dangerous creatures. Uncover hidden paths and long-buried secrets. Dirtlight is a metroidvania where the journey runs deep, and offers unexpected ways to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Platformer 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 8.3%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #57 La-Mulana 2
69% matchVery Positive86% of 1,079 reviews2018
Dev: NIGOROPub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The long-awaited sequel to La-Mulana, La-Mulana 2 follows Lumisa Kosugi as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana. Desperate to find the cause of the recent slew of monsters appearing from the ruins, Lumisa discovers the "other" La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Difficult 13.2%, Puzzle Platformer 12.8%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #58 ITORAH
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 945 reviews2022
Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, 2D Platformer 13%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Platformer 8.4%
- #59 Phaze Shift
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lord Mango Games
Windows
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift! A tag-team, action Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Platformer 8.5%