60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action-Adventure, 2D, Metroidvania, Story Rich.
At Fate’s End is an action-adventure game where you fight the ones you love and your skill tree is your family tree. Explore a lush fantasy world, defeat the foul creatures of the realm, and face your estranged siblings in intense, emotional duels to decide your family’s fate.
Shadowed Journey 暗影归途
Shadowed Journey is a Metroidvania-like game, where the player plays a sword-cultivating disciple of a fairy sect, who secretly goes down the mountain to return home. However, in this Dharma-ending age, what awaits you is a journey to hell, and all you can rely on is your flying sword and your heart
The Cost of Salvation
The Cost of Salvation is a story-rich adventure about a being created to preserve the world’s balance. Awaken across centuries, form fragile bonds, and face the weight of sacrifice in a journey through time, memory, and the meaning of life itself.
Shadowed Journey is a Metroidvania-like game, where the player plays a sword-cultivating disciple of a fairy sect, who secretly goes down the mountain to return home. However, in this Dharma-ending age, what awaits you is a journey to hell, and all you can rely on is your flying sword and your heart
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.9%, Swordplay 16.9% ★, Lore-Rich 13.4%, Action RPG 9.5%, Female Protagonist 8.3%
The Cost of Salvation is a story-rich adventure about a being created to preserve the world’s balance. Awaken across centuries, form fragile bonds, and face the weight of sacrifice in a journey through time, memory, and the meaning of life itself.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 14%, Emotional 12.5%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Hand-drawn 8.6%, Choices Matter 8.4%
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: Metroidvania 26.9%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action RPG 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Female Protagonist 7.5%
Embark on an epic adventure full of perils and secrets. Explore distinct forsaken lands of Devetlam and fight your way by jumping on your enemies or showering them with a plethora of magic spells. An open-world platforming action inspired by the classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Lore-Rich 15%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
A dark 2D action-adventure with fast-paced hack and slash combat, deep exploration, and a branching story where every choice leads to a different ending.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.6%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Lore-Rich 10.4%, Emotional 8.3%
Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, Action RPG 11.6%, Female Protagonist 10.8%
The Flawless: Art’s Tale is an action adventure game set in a brutal world of cats. Join our young hero, Art, and his droid sidekick for some epic hack 'n' shoot battles, an endearing cast of characters, an unforgettable coming of age story, and a gorgeous hand-drawn art style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Swordplay 18.8% ★, Side Scroller 15.4%, Action RPG 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
Recover scattered gem shards in this puzzle-filled, exploration-driven Metroidvania to restore balance and return home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Hand-drawn 10.5%, Female Protagonist 10%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
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: Metroidvania 20%, Swordplay 19.9% ★, Lore-Rich 13.6%, Action RPG 10.5%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
Vegawon's Legacy is a Metroidvania Action RPG set in a rich 2D pixel art world. With fluid combat mechanics, deep character development and a huge world to explore, players will witness the dramatic story of a king who loses his wife and child.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Lore-Rich 13%, Action RPG 12.6%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Multiple Endings 8.1%
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 23.1%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Action RPG 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
Xoul is a uniquely styled 2D ARPG. You can use the game's distinctive "Custom Combo" feature to create your own chain attacks, defeat various enemies, experience diverse stories, unravel the mysteries of this world—and then make your choice.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Action RPG 13.2%, Lore-Rich 12.6%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Multiple Endings 6.3%
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 22.7%, Swordplay 19.7% ★, Side Scroller 12.7%, Lore-Rich 11%, Emotional 9%
It's you who can make a change. Use your soul to fight the corruption that leaks in the mysterious and atmospheric universe of Astra. Dive deeply into the essence of this world and navigate around danger leaning on truths and secrets. The Stars are Fading! Soon the darkness will swallow them all.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Hand-drawn 13.2%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Multiple Endings 8.6%
Not Involved. Vermillion is a narrative-driven action game with a craft system. Diagnose patients, collect ingredients, prepare mixtures and try to save the whole village.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 16.3%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Multiple Endings 11%, Choices Matter 9.9%, Mystery 8.6%
Heart of Homunculus is a side-scrolling ARPG . You play as Adella, a homunculus girl who has lost her memory. Journey through new world to recoup those moments you cherish and recover your heart. Unveil the truth behind the catastrophe, face formidable enemies, and become the savior of the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.7%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Action RPG 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Hand-drawn 9.5%
The thriller horror mystery RPG.Influencer Feng Cimu itness her crew vanish one by one. As sinister phenomena relentlessly emerge, her descent into the mountain's secrets unravels a shocking conspiracy—while buried truths about her own past and identity begin clawing their way to the surface...
Why similar: Female Protagonist 12.9%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Emotional 9.7%, Stylized 9.2%, Drama 8.4%
Lost in the kingdom of the white beast, will you find your way out? The Perfect Pencil is a story-driven action platformer that throws you into the innermost depths of the human mind. Navigate surreal worlds punctuated by bizzare personalities, tense boss battles and secrets. She’s waiting for you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Emotional 8.8%, Multiple Endings 8.7%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Lore-Rich 10.3%, Action RPG 10.3%
Set off on a flavorful adventure in Lone Chef, an action Metroidvania where hunting, cooking, and exploration come together. Discover a vast world, meet unforgettable companions, and chase after the most mouthwatering dish imaginable.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 18.5%, Metroidvania 18.2%, Emotional 11.7%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Choices Matter 9.3%
Hourfall is a fast-paced character-action RPG where you wield three unique clock hand blades, fight fantastic servants of Time, and race against a ticking timer while in combat.
Why similar: Swordplay 29.2% ★, Lore-Rich 16.4%, Action RPG 14.6%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Exploration 6.7%
Peaky Circus is a hand-drawn adventure about a mime exploring a broken world of clowns. Discover strange lands, battle quirky monsters, learn new skills, and befriend unusual characters in a charming, melancholic journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Lore-Rich 12.7%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Exploration 6.6%
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 36.1%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Action-Adventure 14%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Story Rich 6.3%
Save your sister from your father's dark fate and plunge into a hand-painted 2D adventure with exciting battles and a deep, captivating story in "Pentaquin: Deeds Of Twilight". Master various skills and discover a fantastic world.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.8%, Hand-drawn 12.5%, Metroidvania 11.4%, Lore-Rich 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring a paintbrush-wielding artist, striving to escape from a colorful but decaying inner-world, created by her declining mental health.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Emotional 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Hand-drawn 11%, Female Protagonist 11%
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: Metroidvania 21.6%, Action RPG 16.7%, Emotional 13%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Story Rich 8.8%
Deliver the mail on a beautiful island. Solve puzzles and fight against creatures from below to reach your destination.
Why similar: Swordplay 23.3% ★, Metroidvania 23.1%, Lore-Rich 15.8%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Hand-drawn 8.5%
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 36.6%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, Exploration 9%, Multiple Endings 8.3%, Story Rich 8.2%
Dragon Loop is a metroidvania combining time travel and branching map design. Explore the large open world in a five day loop, opening up new worldlines. Explore a 2D, hand-drawn world, engage in fast-paced battles, and retrieve memories to shape the future.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Action RPG 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Side Scroller 9.8%
Sacrifice parts of your own body and mind to gain powers. Survive the abyss, uncover the many ancient secrets it keeps, and find what your soul truly desires.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Emotional 10.9%, Action 7.4%, Mystery 6.7%
Parry and thrust your way into a 2.5D action platformer with a unique style-based combat system. As you explore hidden passageways and duel strange creatures, you will need all of your swashbuckling panache to survive.
Why similar: Swordplay 27.6% ★, Metroidvania 20.8%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Action-Adventure 8%, Stylized 6.9%
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 40.1%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Hand-drawn 7.6%, Female Protagonist 6.6%
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 26.4%, Lore-Rich 19.3%, Emotional 10.5%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Side Scroller 7.9%
Land of Infinite Dreams is a single-player, story-driven action-adventure about Princess Luna — a young girl who escapes into Lunaria, a dreamworld shaped by loss, loneliness and imagination.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 16.6%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Emotional 12%, Choices Matter 11.4%, Story Rich 9.3%
Museful is a colour-fuelled 2D Metroidvania. Paint your surroundings as a little lizard exploring a huge hand-crafted world, and restore emotion to a monochrome continent as you discover your true colours.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Emotional 10.9%, Exploration 6.5%
This is a side scrolling pixel game, players take on the role of a JK girl use various sword drawing techniques to deal with the enemy. On the way to find family, passing through Japanese style streets and Mount Fuji, what mysteries will be uncovered afterwards?
Why similar: Swordplay 37.2% ★, Metroidvania 24.2%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Action 4.4%
Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Action RPG 10.7%, Choices Matter 7.9%
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Action RPG 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Swordplay 13.6% ★, Action-Adventure 10.5%
The Apocalypse shattered a world in disarray. Facing his impending death, a young boy named Sid crossed paths with Torii, a girl who feeds on the energy of time. In the harbour town of Astella, a mysterious adventure is about to unfold along with the investigation of an unusual crime...
Why similar: Lore-Rich 14.7%, Action RPG 11.1%, Drama 8.7%, Multiple Endings 8.4%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
A realm where two ancient trees have long harbored rival royal bloodlines, each having woven their aerial dominion from spider silk across countless generations. Yet now, dark forces of unknown origin stir, spreading their corruption throughout the silk realm...
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Action RPG 12.2%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Lore-Rich 9.5%
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 34.3%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Exploration 7.9%
Become water. Be shapeless, be formless, be fluid. All living things are from water and you can transform water into what it needs to be. Dive into this newly crafted fairytale and take on the journey of finding your place in this 2.8D Metroidvania fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Action RPG 9.2%, Exploration 7.6%, Hand-drawn 7.5%
Postknight World is a heartwarming 2D open-world RPG about slowing down and savouring the journey. As a Postknight, you travel across Prism, deliver knightmail, and connect with its people.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Lore-Rich 15%, Action RPG 13.1%, Hand-drawn 10%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
"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 25.2%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Multiple Endings 8.5%, Drama 7.6%
Who should rule the human's fate: The human itself or an abstract god?
Why similar: Lore-Rich 20.3%, Emotional 15.1%, Drama 14.1%, Action RPG 12.4%, Choices Matter 9.8%
Lingyuan Records is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania action-adventure game. In the Five Elements world, learn and collect enemies' spells, and use the mutual generation and restraint of Five Elements to defeat stronger foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Swordplay 13.9% ★, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Action RPG 9.8%, Exploration 8.8%
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 29.3%, Action RPG 16.2%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Multiple Endings 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
An adventure, action, RPG, sim game featuring high mobility combat, branching dialog driven objectives and endings. A sell-sword and bounty hunter at the top of your game you'll cross a kingdom, meet people, learn agendas, talk around, stealth past or carve up opponents, maybe be a hero, or not.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Lore-Rich 13.7%, Action RPG 12.6%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
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 25.2%, Action RPG 17.2%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Female Protagonist 9.8%
Boki is a Metroidvania, Choose Your Own Adventure, RPG, Precision platformer in which you play as a young mountain goat who must climb a mountain in search of revenge. Dodge, battle and fluidly maneuver through several uniquely crafted areas and biomes to explore the secrets of a tyrannical kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Lore-Rich 12%, Side Scroller 11%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Choices Matter 9.4%
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 25%, Emotional 12.5%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Side Scroller 9.1%
A 2-D action adventure platformer where you can absorb and manipulate things with your friend Moku. You can use different abilities to explore and interact with the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Exploration 8.2%
ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Drama 13.6%, Action RPG 11.7%
Tactical combat powered by combo-based spellcasting and elemental reactions. Explore, grow stronger, and unlock sealed-off areas.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Action-Adventure 12%, Choices Matter 10.6%, Story Rich 8.6%
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Action RPG 11%, Lore-Rich 10.8%, Exploration 7.5%
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: Metroidvania 23.3%, Lore-Rich 19.1%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Exploration 7.5%
Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Lore-Rich 15.1%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Multiple Endings 7.5%
Old Ninja: Underworld is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania action game where an aging ninja explores a chaotic underground world. Battle through a bizarre mix of enemies with no apparent connection, strengthen your ninja, and challenge the boss lurking deep below.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Action RPG 12.9%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Action 7.3%
