Games Like Aurora Chronicles

The Impossible Knight Runner is an intense hack-and-slash platformer full of creatures trying to put an end to your adventure. Enter the dungeon with courage and decisiveness as the slightest mistake will be your downfall.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29%, 2D Fighter 19.9%, Platformer 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Survival 8.1%

MuteX+ is a challenging hack-and-slash that focuses on dynamic and varied enemies. Make the most out of a moveset built around a slash, punch, and dash to cleave through the six Anobrite nests -- each ending with their own boss -- while mastering the game's unconventional but precise movement.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 38%, 2D Fighter 32.3%, PvE 10.8%, Action 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%

Armed with a sword, defeat all your enemies to reclaim your land.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.3%, Platformer 19.8%, Medieval 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Action 8.9%

This is NOT another platformer! Champions of Quortz is a 2D Boss Rush that focuses on repeatable boss fights and loot & character progression. Hack, blast and smash through bosses that become stronger with each victory. Make your Champions stronger by leveling, upgrading and equipping loot.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.4%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, PvE 13.6%, Medieval 11%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

Level up your skills while fighting your way through waves of chaos. Levels are generated at the start of every game and will be different each time you play.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 27.2%, Hack and Slash 26%, Fighting 12.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Survival 7.4%

Stick Slasher is an epic 2D fighting game where you combat relentless waves of adversaries armed with shields, swords, or guns. Confront a range of enemy types, secure the highest scores, and ascend to the title of the ultimate warrior!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.1%, Hack and Slash 24.3%, Gore 10.3%, Violent 8.8%, Action 8%

Fight, survive, and defy death itself. “Until Death” is a fast-paced 2D action game where every second counts and every hit could be your last.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.4%, Hack and Slash 33.4%, Platformer 16.6%, Action 6.6%, Fantasy 4.4%

An arcade-style top-down shooter game. See how long you can survive in a zombie-infested abandoned town.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.8%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Action 8.5%, Gore 7.5%, Violent 6.4%

Battle through a series of arenas as the alchemist; a potion hurling fighter who seeks to overcome his foes. Fight a horde of varied and deadly enemies to increase your high score, unlock items, grow your stats and become master of the alchemist arena.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.7%, Hack and Slash 26%, Magic 9.8%, Action 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

Shadow Brawl goes through the story of you as a character who got pulled into another dimension by a powerful crystal the first thing you see in this strange land is a talking pancake! who tells you that a group of evil robots are the ones responsible and your mission is to retrieve the crystal.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.6%, 2D Fighter 34.5%, Magic 10.8%, Action 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

Shadow & Steel is a top-down hack-and-slash arena shooter set in a fantasy world. Battle hordes of undead, demons, and living nightmares designed to push your combat skills to the limit. Strike up close with your blade and weave arcane spells from a distance.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.9%, Medieval 11.5%, Action 10.4%, PvE 9.6%, Fantasy 9.1%

The RetroRealms Arcade connects select RetroRealms games with other titles in the series that you own (games and DLC sold separately) to unlock new access and abilities and create the ultimate mash-up of horror legends!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.9%, Platformer 19.9%, Gore 12.9%, Action 11.4%, Violent 10.6%

Hellbound is a chaotic 2D action fighter set in hell. Slash, dodge, and chain combos through a looping arena, defeat relentless demons, ascend to angelhood, and face the ultimate boss. Survive the Tenth Layer of Hell, where deadly events push your skills to the limit.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.8%, Hack and Slash 22.6%, Magic 12%, Medieval 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

Take on the role of a magician and explore the mystery of underground caves. Fight monsters and try to recover the artifact from these caves, use your staff to summon spells. The road will not be restless, you will encounter many obstacles and enemies during your journey.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 37%, Magic 19.7%, Platformer 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Fantasy 7.9%

Fight, explore, and uncover the secrets of a world bound by nature and spirit — all to save the one person you have left.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.8%, Platformer 19%, Magic 9.1%, Action 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

RUNES Magica is 2D rogue-like magic action game. Use a variety of magic and artifacts to defeat your enemies and end your revenge.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.7%, Magic 14.4%, Medieval 11.6%, Action 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

Defend humanity from a surprise attack by the mystical creatures of the world of Nnar in this high speed arcade/console style action game coming to modern and classic retro platforms.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.6%, Magic 15%, Medieval 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Action 9%

Para-Lax is a 2D platformer in which you play as a hero named Lax and help a farmer get back his stolen dirt! Wander through a beautiful Pixel-World, avoid the traps and kill as much goblins as you can.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.9%, Platformer 13.3%, Medieval 12%, Hack and Slash 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Rift Diver is a punishing 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. As the "Unforgiven", descend into the chaotic Below to slay the Reaper! Master the dash, upgrade your unique class, and crush relentless swarms across a 4-level campaign or the Endless Dungeon.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.8%, 2D Fighter 24.1%, PvE 15.4%, Platformer 12.8%, Magic 5.1%

A thrilling atmospheric 2D action rogue-lite platformer filled with countless spells and magical combinations. Craft your strategy by mixing powerful spells. Each playthrough offers unique and breathtaking atmospheres where you can face challenging experiences.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.8%, PvE 14.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Magic 12.2%, Medieval 10.8%

Chickens fighting chickens, in 2D! Chicken based PvP platform combat.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 41.5%, Hack and Slash 26.8%, Fighting 11.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Action 5.5%

Be the SWORD!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 30%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Medieval 16%, Platformer 12.4%, Action 5.7%

This is a simple 2D platformer game go from left to right. Fight against gruesome undead that tries to hit you and bite you. face undead ghosts, skeletons even crawling undead. If your lucky you'll met the undead king.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.4%, Platformer 18.7%, Gore 9.7%, Violent 8.4%, Action 7.4%

Wrath of the Roothless is a 2d melee roguelike, where you play as jacob wielding his trusty Drumstick and Trashcan Lid to fight your way through hordes of monsters. Fight your way through to exact revenge and teach those monsters a lesson!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.6%, Hack and Slash 32.2%, Action 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Fantasy 4.6%

VIRTUS is a deck-building action roguelike game in which the player, who can freely manipulate gravity, grows stronger by acquiring cost and cards through combat.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.6%, 2D Fighter 30.4%, PvE 17%, Action 5.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

Join the tournament as a lowly knight of a small village. A skill-based boss fighting game built around directional combat. Learn, adapt, and master precise melee mechanics where player skill determines victory.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.3%, Medieval 19.8%, PvE 15.3%, Action 12%, Violent 8.8%

Hack and slash your way through thousands of enemies in this action-packed casual game with rougelike features. Level up and gain access to a variety of abilities that will either increase your chances of surviving or get you killed even quicker.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.8%, 2D Fighter 17%, PvE 12.7%, Medieval 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 49.1%, Gore 15.3%, Fighting 14.4%, Violent 5.5%, Survival 5.3%

The minions of Evil have swept across the Shadowlands! Embark on a thrilling journey in this action-adventure platformer that combines intense combat with exploration and engage in dialogue and trade with cheeky NPCs.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.2%, PvE 19.7%, Platformer 16.2%, Medieval 9.4%, Action 7.1%

"A game inspired by classic platformers. Help Soul escape the dungeon in this hack-n-slash platformer with soul-like elements and frantic gameplay."

Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.2%, 2D Fighter 30.8%, PvE 17%, Action 6%, Female Protagonist 3.8%

A medieval fantasy hack and slash adventure where you are a combat wizard. Fast and frantic, fight hordes of enemies and defeat brutal bosses in any order to save the kingdom. Use deadly magic, powerful items and valuable loot to help turn the tide of battle.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 46%, Magic 12.9%, Medieval 10.5%, Action 8%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

It's a funny little platformer. I programmed it as one-man-project. Therefore it is nothing fancy but it brings the few minuts of occasional joy and a nice little flashback to old games ^^.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.1%, PvE 22.8%, Platformer 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Action 6.8%

An army of monsters, demons, and undead sweeps the land. Armed with only an old sword, crossbow, and A LOT of fireworks, waves of unique and dangerous enemies advance on you. Upgrade your equipment, and push back. Take the fight to them, destroy their leaders, and break the horde.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.3%, PvE 21.1%, Action 11.1%, Survival 11%, Medieval 9.8%

Avatar of the Blood Moon is a third person Hack n' Slash with dark fantasy themes. You play as Joone a blood thirsty dark elf. Slay your way through nine levels with a variety of enemies and abilities.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 37.3%, PvE 18.9%, Fantasy 9.7%, Magic 8.1%, Medieval 6.6%

A skill based game with lots of customizability, where you slash bullets with a sword before they hit the ground, to earn money and get new cosmetics.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 43.4%, Hack and Slash 25.7%, Action 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Fantasy 5.8%

“Before your planet gets blown into smithereens, take this sword and protect yourself.” Embark on a colorful 2D pixel action adventure in Deus Exia! Slash, parry and combo though four distinct lands. Collect cards and skills to craft powerful builds — then overcome deadly enemies and bosses.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.1%, 2D Fighter 25.5%, Platformer 11%, PvE 9.9%, Fantasy 9.6%

Once upon a time, a little Slime who had to recover his memory and finally take revenge on the one who had taken away all his knowledge.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.3%, PvE 18.8%, Platformer 15.8%, Survival 13.5%, Magic 7%

Welcome to the brutal world of Gladiator's Tale, where you must fight tooth and nail to earn your freedom. In this immersive game, you'll encounter a wide range of characters - some will become your allies, while others will try to sabotage you. Are you up for the challenge?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.5%, Fighting 17.8%, 2D Fighter 13%, Survival 12.1%, Medieval 10.3%

In this new 2d action platformer, roll around as an oblong shape as you traverse the level geometry. In 'The Sleek Ellipsoid: Reloaded' (TSE: Reloaded) you can roll, jump and move around the level with total freedom!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 53.2%, Platformer 23.7%, Action 14.9%, 2D 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%

YOU ARE THE SUPER MEGA LEGEND PHOENIX is a quick 11-second game you play with your keyboard. Attack and defeat the incoming enemies by pressing the highlighted keys. Defeat all 10 levels of enemies to win!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.3%, 2D Fighter 36.8%, Action 6.9%, 2D 5.1%, Pixel Graphics 5%

2D top-down hack slash shoot game! Take care of the baddie enemies that are plotting against the village in a leisurely manner and enjoy the boring village life before the next wave of enemies arrives!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 50.6%, Medieval 19.8%, Action 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Combat 4%

Astropods: Starside Glaze is an energetic 2D Fighting Platformer! Experience freeform movement, engaging combat with knockback, and badge upgrades that redefine playstyles. The power of fun unleashes your limitless potential to recover the stolen Waterfall of Dreams!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.9%, Hack and Slash 21.8%, Magic 11.8%, Platformer 11%, Fighting 8.9%

Step into the world of Avendor and brave the ruins of Bar-Ulduun, the fabled lost city of the dwarves. Descend into ever-shifting depths, grow in power, and claim legendary loot as you uncover the legends of Azamar in this visceral loot-driven action RPG.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.4%, PvE 17.2%, Magic 12.6%, Medieval 10.8%, Gore 7.9%

Starkheim Tournament is a 2D fighting game set in a fantasy universe with a pixel-art style. Featuring simplified, easy-to-learn controls, it’s designed to be instantly accessible and quick to master.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.8%, Fighting 16.8%, Platformer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Magic 6.3%

A brutal top-down action game set in a gloomy Medieval Greenland.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.2%, PvE 18.9%, Gore 8.4%, Medieval 8.1%, Violent 7.2%

Fight your way through a gauntlet of vicious enemies in this 2D action-platformer, where patience and timing is key and a single mistake can cost you everything.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.6%, PvE 19.9%, Platformer 16.4%, Magic 9.1%, Action 6.9%

A fighting game without fighting mechanism.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 47.3%, Fighting 17.7%, Magic 13.5%, Action 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

Unleash your inner spell caster in this action-packed, retro-style RPG! Choose from eight powerful magic disciplines and face monstrous hordes across sprawling maps packed with destructible chaos.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.6%, Magic 20.4%, PvE 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Fantasy 8.2%

In Project Slime: Outbreak, you'll battle against an army of infected slimes to save the world. Collect items, unlock special abilities, and upgrade your skills as you take on challenging bosses and explore a variety of environments. Can you emerge victorious in this fast-paced action game?

Why similar: 2D Fighter 43%, Hack and Slash 25.8%, Action 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Fantasy 4.8%

Spiritfall is a fast-paced Action Roguelite with combat inspired by Platform Fighters. Slash, smash, launch, and wall-splat a multitude of enemies using an ever-changing arsenal of divine powers.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.1%, Hack and Slash 26.5%, Platformer 13.1%, Fighting 7.7%, Survival 5.5%

A fast paced short byte-sized roguelike game where you play as a warlock taking bounties.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.8%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Magic 11.1%, Action 10.2%, Medieval 9.1%

Light Fighter is an arcade survival game and scoring.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 45%, Hack and Slash 29.6%, PvE 9.7%, Survival 9.1%, 2D 4.5%

Every strike is lethal in this blood-soaked sword fighting game. Slash, clash, parry, dodge and watch limbs fly. Choose your move carefully - the first cut is also the last.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.1%, Hack and Slash 23.2%, Gore 14.3%, PvE 12.1%, Fighting 10.4%

A lo-fi fantasy slasher hand-drawn in colored pencil. Sketchy swords, weird physics, surreal magic cards, and ragdoll puppets with a serious grudge against their master.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.8%, Medieval 14.1%, Gore 11.3%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Violent 8.9%

Spellshaper is a fast-paced action roguelike blending hack-and-slash combat with deep ability customization. Choose from a vast arsenal of weapons, items, abilities and modifiers to create unique and increasingly powerful combinations. Battle against relentless waves of enemies.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 27%, Survival 15.4%, PvE 14.1%, Magic 13.4%, Violent 7.1%

A deceased king has resurrected himself to take over his former kingdom. He has killed the king, taken over the castle, and put the land in ruin. It is up to you to stop him and restore peace to the land.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 44.3%, Medieval 14.1%, Action 12.4%, PvE 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

Grendel’s Cave; a top-down 2D pixel-art adventure game set in the Old English text Beowulf, Norse mythology, and the historical early 6th century Scandinavian warrior culture. Create a Thane, kill monsters, increase value, stats and magic, collect items and become powerful enough to kill Grendel!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.4%, Hack and Slash 26.1%, Medieval 12%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Fantasy 6.3%

A 2D Hack and slash game where you fight your way through hell as a fallen knight to the sound of heavy metal. A 2d hack and slash platformer to rip the roof off. Armed with your sword and shield which can be thrown at enemies you must destroy everything that stands in your way.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 43.4%, Hack and Slash 40.3%, Action 9.6%, 2D 5.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%

2 to 15 ninjas can fight at once. In this black and white world seek out and destroy your opponents. Travel to three different lands. Kill your enemies as you leap from tall trees, hide behind a simple house, even a snowman, as you chill out in winter wonderland. Finish the job with a shuriken or do it with your deadly sword.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.5%, Hack and Slash 25.7%, Platformer 16.9%, Action 9.9%, 2D 4%

Spellbound Skirmish is a fast-paced multiplayer 2D platformer where wizards clash in high-flying magical duels. Dodge, cast powerful spells, and outmaneuver your opponents in enchanted arenas. No upgrades—just pure skill-based combat. Master the elements and claim victory!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.8%, Magic 21.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Medieval 7%