
Combine four Augment types to transform your gun, movement, and traversal in a 2D sci-fi metroidvania. Explore interconnected environments from flooded ruins to abandoned bunkers, fight biomechanical threats, and rebuild the last human settlement.
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Combine four Augment types to transform your gun, movement, and traversal in a 2D sci-fi metroidvania. Explore interconnected environments from flooded ruins to abandoned bunkers, fight biomechanical threats, and rebuild the last human settlement.

Maverick
Maverick is an action-packed metroidvania with tight and deliberate controls. Run, jump, and shoot your way through a post-modern Earth under siege by alien-androids. Conquer dynamic enemies and bosses as you evolve your xeno-armor with enhancements and unlock unique abilities.

Haiku, the Robot
Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.
Maverick is an action-packed metroidvania with tight and deliberate controls. Run, jump, and shoot your way through a post-modern Earth under siege by alien-androids. Conquer dynamic enemies and bosses as you evolve your xeno-armor with enhancements and unlock unique abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.9%, Lore-Rich 10.5%, Robots 10.4%, Post-apocalyptic 8%, Open World 7.7%
Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Robots 13.4%, Lore-Rich 9.7%, 2D Platformer 8%, Open World 7.9%
Explore the Echoes of Nox amongst the war between 3 factions of robots. Uncover new tools and take territory as the dynamically changing rooms switch hands between the different AIs and yourself. Reveal the secrets of the past and discover why you alone were left in this station.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Post-apocalyptic 10.9%, Platformer 8.8%, Exploration 7.7%
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 21.6%, Post-apocalyptic 14.2%, Dystopian 13.8%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
Join forces with ALAN the service bot in this mysterious post-nuclear metroidvania. Explore a deadly mutant wasteland, upgrade ALAN with abilities that unlock new areas, and uncover the secrets of The Worm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Post-apocalyptic 17.8%, Robots 14.5%, Open World 7.5%, Sci-fi 6.5%
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 23.4%, Lore-Rich 11%, Platformer 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Post-apocalyptic 9.1%
Draw your sword and jump into a dystopian metropolis in this 2D action-exploration game. Hunt down giant robots and use their parts to enhance your abilities as you try to uncover the secrets hidden beneath the neon lights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Dystopian 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 9.3%, Open World 8%
Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Robots 11.6%, Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, 2D Platformer 7.3%
Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Lore-Rich 12.1%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 7%
Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Post-apocalyptic 12.3%, Platformer 10.8%, Exploration 7.5%
A terror in the sky is bent on exterminating a young wizard and her loved ones. Featuring a riveting and sinister story, set out to explore a vast world in this modern Metroidvania RPG, filled with devious monsters, lethal dungeons, creative puzzles, lively towns & many uncharted wonders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Post-apocalyptic 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 9%, Open World 8.8%
Paradox Soul is a chilling fight for exploration and survival; a Metroidvania pixel action-shooter hybrid!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Post-apocalyptic 15.7%, Robots 14.5%, Platformer 8.7%, 2D Platformer 8.6%
Erandique the indigenous hero!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Platformer 12.8%, Lore-Rich 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.1%
In this classic platformer from 1986, take on the role Sir Randolph as he quests to free the fair maid Amelia from the evil clutches of Spegbott the Terrible. Acting upon an inter-dimensional distress signal from the galactic cruiser SS Rustbucket, don your Omnibolt Mark IV and venture forth!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Robots 11.8%, Retro 11.6%, Platformer 9.1%
Dr. Atominus is a short platformer with metroidvania elements and a cool sci-fi story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Open World 11.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
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 26.7%, Robots 17.8%, Platformer 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 6.7%
Discover 4 short metroidvania sci-fi adventures! Explore a submerged city, a lost world reclaimed by machines and a mysterious temple on an alien planet. Unlock new abilities to reach more places and battle deadly foes. Piece together the story of those places and discover how they’re all connected.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Post-apocalyptic 14.6%, Lore-Rich 14.2%, Sci-fi 8%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
Explore, fight, and discover new spells and abilities in the world of Shifted Heart! Acquire an assortment of spells, customize your loadout to your liking, and save the world from certain doom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Post-apocalyptic 12.4%, Lore-Rich 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 8.3%
Far Star is a story-driven action-adventure game with Metroidvania influences. There is something fishy going on in this galaxy, but this won’t stop your intergalactic general services crew from doing their job using a varied set of skills, weapons and outfits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Robots 13.6%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Sci-fi 10%
Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate is a 2D action adventure set in the ancient land of Gorithia. Go from simple thief to magic wielding warrior as you battle your way through the fallen kingdom on your quest to find your lost brother in this sprawling fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Lore-Rich 15.3%, Platformer 11.3%, Open World 9.1%, 2D Platformer 8.7%
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 27.2%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 14.2%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Exploration 8.4%
Aetherica: Echoes of Exodus is a 2D, hand-drawn, metroidvania inspired action-adventure where you follow Floria and Kipp on their journey through an unique and epic journey inside the long lost dystopian civilization: Providence.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.2%, Robots 16%, Lore-Rich 11.7%, Open World 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9%
Discover an enigmatic universe. Explore diverse biomes, face ancient guardians, and uncover hidden secrets in this captivating 2D pixel art platformer. Embark on an unforgettable cosmic odyssey!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 11.1%, Open World 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8%
Rusted Moss is a twin-stick shooter metroidvania where you sling around the map with your grapple, blasting your way through witches and rusted machine monstrosities alike. This wasteland once harboring mankind has since fallen, and Fae long forgotten now knock on humanity's door...
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.4%, Dystopian 14%, Platformer 12.6%, Post-apocalyptic 11.8%, 2D Platformer 8.7%
A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 10.9%, Robots 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Action-Adventure 12%, Retro 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
Rift Walker is an open world 2D puzzle platformer where... there aren't any platforms?
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Lore-Rich 17.1%, Post-apocalyptic 13.4%, Platformer 8.6%, Open World 8.6%
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer 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 24.5%, Lore-Rich 15.9%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 10.1%, Open World 7.9%
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 25.3%, Lore-Rich 17.9%, Platformer 10.6%, Open World 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
Garden of the Atom is a combat-focused Metroidvania where you hold nothing back. Start with every movement ability unlocked and play as 'Prodigy,' an exiled genius infiltrating a futuristic dictatorship to stop a tyrant from harnessing a cataclysmic meteor shower.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Robots 12.3%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Sci-fi 6.6%
L'intrépide is a classic action/plateformer solo game with a touch of stupid humor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Robots 11.6%, Post-apocalyptic 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 10.8%
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 29.2%, Post-apocalyptic 14.7%, Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 9%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
You are a friendly explorer robot, searching for answers in a far away planet. Harness the power of the cosmos with your matter gun in this clever and minimalist adventure-puzzle-platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Robots 13.8%, Platformer 10.9%, Sci-fi 8.3%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Platformer 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
Originally developed as a birthday gift for my nephew, Jackroid is a heartfelt indie game that blends classic action-platforming with Metroid-style exploration. After several requests and growing interest, I’ve decided to bring Jackroid to Steam. Free—as a thank you to everyone who’s supported me.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Post-apocalyptic 10.8%, Robots 10.3%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 9.9%
Explore a shattered land in this isekai Metroidvania, mastering fluid movement, battling monsters, clashing with Outworlders, and uncovering the truth behind a world on the edge of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Open World 10.8%, Story Rich 8.5%, Exploration 7.9%
On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Robots 12.6%, Post-apocalyptic 10.9%, Platformer 10.1%, Sci-fi 9.3%
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Exploration 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
Explore this unique sci-fi style metroidvania-like adventure world. You can acquire a variety of abilities to explore the world and assemble powerful chip combinations. You'll also have the ability to go back in time to change the map's structure and unlock shortcuts.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Post-apocalyptic 15.1%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 11.4%, Open World 8.8%
Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where Light clashes with the corrupted Darkness threatening to overtake the world. Ascend from the depths as Evan, heir of a fallen underworld, to awaken the radiant abilities within you & uncover the truth behind a world stripped of dawn.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Lore-Rich 13.7%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Dystopian 9.4%, Platformer 8.4%
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 10.8%, Retro 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 9%
"When her friend vanishes on a distant planet, a lone android uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not just the colony, but the fate of the entire universe."
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Open World 14.3%, Platformer 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Story Rich 8.2%
Are you ready for the first Yoyovania?! In this 2D top-down adventure you'll explore a sprawling urban landscape, reinterpreting your surroundings through your mastery of yoyo tricks. Navigate the city's many districts, fight rival crime bosses, and regain the influence of the Pipistrello family!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 11%, Retro 11%, Platformer 10.1%
Chexie is a teenage girl who, as a result of mysterious events, is transported to the virtual kingdom of Pixgun. There she discovers a magic wand that becomes her key to survival. Your task is to discover the source of corruption in the kingdom and the plight of its inhabitants.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Platformer 14.7%, Lore-Rich 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action 6.8%
Use your different physical properties and states of matter to overcome challenges in this 2D puzzle platformer. Set in an oppressive industrial world dominated by machines, you are the only hope to restore nature and save the planet.
Why similar: Dystopian 20.9%, Robots 15%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
Sect-Machina is a fluid, atmospheric bug-themed metroidvania rendered in a vibrant 2D pixelated style, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in its combat, characters, environments, sound, and story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Dystopian 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
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 25.2%, Robots 16.3%, Post-apocalyptic 15%, Platformer 9.9%, Sci-fi 7.1%
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 24.2%, Lore-Rich 14.9%, Platformer 10.2%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Open World 9%
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 24.6%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Exploration 7.3%
Explore EON Association in the wake of an apocalyptic disaster. Maneuver the artificial life EON-3033 to battle paranormal entities. Experience an exciting 2D combat in a world where elemental forces exist. Peel back the threads of ambiguous narrative and discover the secrets of time and fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Lore-Rich 14.9%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
A tough exploration-based platformer with souls-like elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Dystopian 14.6%, Lore-Rich 11.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Post-apocalyptic 9.7%
Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Platformer 12.9%, Exploration 9.4%, Open World 9.3%, Atmospheric 7.7%
Timeless Dual is a retro style action adventure, open world game. The world of the game changes as the player travels through seven time periods, collecting currency and upgrades and defeating enemies!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Post-apocalyptic 14.5%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 10.9%, Open World 8.4%
La Cucaracha is an action-adventure game about a cockroach girl traveling across a dystopian Korea. Explore a 2D pixel-art world and follow Dodam’s lonely yet resilient journey through the ruins of a fallen society.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Dystopian 14%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%
The freedom here, or beyond the window.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Post-apocalyptic 11.6%, Platformer 9.1%, Dystopian 8.4%
"Wouldn't it be awesome to fly?" Travel to the world's end in this warping-boomerang adventure with its beautiful pixel art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Post-apocalyptic 14.9%, 2D Platformer 12%, Robots 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
Venture out on a machine-packed rescue mission in a 2D platform game, action, shooting and lots of Neon!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Robots 14.9%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Retro 8.6%
Fall from Space is a non-linear, sci-fi ARPG for the Gameboy. Combining Metroidvanian action with an open world RPG, and an epic story that spans a solar system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Post-apocalyptic 19.2%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Platformer 8.7%
A platform adventure game incorporating elements from immersive sims and cinematic platformers. Run, fight and hack your way through a distant space colony as you attempt to reclaim your humanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Robots 16.7%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9.2%