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House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Nonlinear 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Precision Platformer 10.3%, 2D Platformer 7.4%

Set out on a journey through Sutra Pilgrim！ Hone your skills, gather powerful Artifacts, meet steadfast allies, and challenge fearsome Yaoguai Kings. Traverse a vast mythic world inspired by Journey to the West, seek the Sutra Pilgrim, and uncover the hidden truth behind this westbound journey.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 18.9%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Mythology 8.6%, Nonlinear 6.7%

REMNOLITH is a mystical 2D metroidvania about a stone-bound Wanderer who awakens with no memory of his past. Explore a mysterious world, face creatures touched by the Miasma, cleanse forgotten shrines, and recover Remnoliths — strange traces left behind by death.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Mythology 12.9%, Nonlinear 10.7%, Supernatural 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.7%

Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Supernatural 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7%, Nonlinear 6.3%

Journey through the spirit world to exorcise the twelve zodiac animals and save Chinese New Year in this zero-gravity precision platformer inspired by Chinese mythology and folklore.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Mythology 19.9%, Precision Platformer 15.7%, Nonlinear 14.9%, Puzzle Platformer 10.7%

Lightwood is an immersive semi-open world Metroidvania. Master your skills and fight magnificent Lords as you unravel the ancient mysteries behind the kingdom's decay.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Souls-like 19.5%, Nonlinear 16.3%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Action 4.3%

Explore a Moroccan-inspired 2D pixel art Metroidvania filled with ancient ruins, Djinn magic, and fast elemental combat. Wield powerful weapons, uncover forgotten secrets, and journey through the ruined kingdom of Fallen Amazgesh.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Mythology 15.6%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Magic 8.6%, Puzzle Platformer 8.1%

Jump, dash, and swim in this epic adventure! Explore the vast Aztec lands in an axolotl action-platformer! Xolotl is a cute, 2D action-platformer, in which your goal is to regain your godly form and powers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Precision Platformer 14.7%, Nonlinear 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 8.7%

A 2D metroidvania where every defeated Archon becomes a summonable power. Claim six ancient beings, use their abilities to fight, move, and unlock hidden paths, and uncover a sinister plot threatening the world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Magic 10.8%, Puzzle Platformer 10.8%, Swordplay 9.7%

Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Magic 7.4%, Nonlinear 7.3%

An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 18.9%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Precision Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 5.9%

In this metroidvania platformer originally made for NES, play as mole digging your way with great agility through deep caverns, in search of a lost dwarven treasure to repay your debts.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Nonlinear 9.5%, Precision Platformer 7.5%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Souls-like 23.8%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Swordplay 6.6%, 2D Platformer 6.3%

Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 21.6%, Adventure 6.7%, Magic 6.7%, Action-Adventure 6.1%

We can't reach the moon.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Nonlinear 12.9%, Mythology 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Supernatural 9.5%

Don the red hood and venture into this fabled adventure as Lyra. Metroidvania meets Top-Down Adventure in this challenging, side-scrolling tale.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Souls-like 18.6%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Nonlinear 8.4%

A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 19.9%, 2D Platformer 12%, Swordplay 11.6%, Action-Adventure 6.2%

Take command of the Wolf Knight to help him remember his dramatic past life through a story driven adventure and test your skills in this challenging Metroidvania game with die and retry platforming features happening in the fantastic 2D hand drawned world of Aurora.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Precision Platformer 13.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Puzzle Platformer 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.3%

A challenging action game where you explore a dark kingdom, face brutal creatures, and uncover hidden secrets. Fight with strategy, discover powerful relics, and navigate treacherous dungeons as you unravel the mysteries of the Citadel.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Nonlinear 14%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Combat 9%

Demidoff Corp is an atmospheric 2D metroidvania based on Ural folk tales. Explore mystical lands, fight ancient creatures, unlock new abilities, and uncover Demidov’s secret to put an end to the evil that has awoken in the depths of the Ural mountains.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Souls-like 20.2%, Mythology 10.8%, Combat 8.5%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

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 34.3%, Nonlinear 13%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Puzzle Platformer 12%, Mythology 8.8%

Kindred Kind is a hand-drawn 2D action RPG. Hunt eight powerful beasts across a branching world, master a two-weapon combat system, and save what remains of humanity. Explore, fight, and uncover ancient mysteries, in a world teetering on the edge of ruin.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Souls-like 16.4%, Mythology 14.6%, Nonlinear 11.2%, 2D Platformer 9.5%

Explore a silent, crumbling world in Silent Santicado! A retro journey through a fallen kingdom tainted by lost magic. Explore overgrown ruins, encounter a cast of peculiar characters, and defeat a menagerie of twisted enemies as you search for the source of Santicado's curse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Souls-like 19.4%, Nonlinear 13.3%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Combat 7.1%

Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Swordplay 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Combat 5.7%

Explore and fight as Garuya, a rabbit mage who seeks to destroy an ancient relic hidden in a vast and dangerous ruined kingdom. Cast spells, reshape the environment and fight under the light of three moons.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Magic 8.2%, Adventure 8.1%

In Mother ZERO, a cyberpunk action-adventure game, fight your way through a decaying world full of mysteries and threats. Explore deep underground bunkers, battle corrupted creatures, and encounter bizarre characters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Souls-like 17.4%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Nonlinear 11%

An Afro-Brazilian inspired Metroidvania where the player, as Okanbi, channel the power of the Orishas to fight abyssal creatures and explore a large and diverse map inspired by a tale. The Orishas will assist on his journey with Gifts and Blessings in order to save humanity and stop Olokun's Wrath!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Mythology 22.1%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Combat 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Souls-like 20.4%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Magic 6.7%

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 37.4%, 2D Platformer 14%, Puzzle Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Exploration 7.2%

Kodama is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure set in the world of Japanese folklore. Experience fast-paced platforming, fluid combat, and a mystical journey through a colorful, spirit-filled land.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Precision Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 11%, Mythology 9.6%

Embark on a thrilling journey of self-discovery in a world where magic reigns and humanity has crumbled, as you traverse through challenging environments and uncover the truth behind your lost memories in this dynamic metroidvania game.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 15.8%, Precision Platformer 12.8%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Nonlinear 10%

Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Souls-like 20.6%, Nonlinear 8.4%, Action-Adventure 5.8%, RPG 5.8%

Embark yourself on an adventure through the Marble Palace and uncover the plentiful secrets it hides! Explore magnificent views and fight through the hostile halls of the palace, all while making use of the innovative plane change mechanics!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 16.9%, Precision Platformer 14.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 6.5%

Forge your magical journey through the world of Syntheria in this action, adventure, Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Souls-like 18.6%, Magic 13.6%, Action-Adventure 5%, Adventure 4.9%

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 38.2%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Nonlinear 9.6%, Exploration 6.2%

MAGNET is a pixel-art Metroidvania set in a ruined world of robots. Harness magnetic and electrical powers to defeat enemies and overcome obstacles. Acquire new weapons and abilities to upgrade your robot.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Souls-like 18.6%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Precision Platformer 6.7%, Action-Adventure 6.2%

Forge your own path by finding temporary tools or permanent abilities. Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where you ascend from the depths as the heir of a fallen underworld, to awaken radiant abilities & uncover the truth behind a heavenly world full of dystopian secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 18.3%, Nonlinear 12.6%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Magic 5.5%

2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Souls-like 18.7%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Magic 7.1%

Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Precision Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Puzzle Platformer 7.4%

Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Souls-like 16%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Swordplay 9.9%, Action-Adventure 6.3%

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 40.2%, Nonlinear 13.4%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 11%, Souls-like 5%

A dark, hand-drawn Metroidvania set in a world where death has disappeared. Fight twisted creatures, uncover forgotten secrets, and discover powerful Boundlings as you journey to restore death to a world that has forgotten how to die.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Souls-like 18.7%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Nonlinear 10.4%, Action-Adventure 7%

Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Souls-like 14.6%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Precision Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8%

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 27.7%, Souls-like 16.9%, Precision Platformer 11.6%, Puzzle Platformer 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10%

《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Action-Adventure 12%, Combat 10.8%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Adventure 6.8%

Explore an ancient world in The Malice Kingdom. Travel the rich and diverse landscape filled with ancient ruins, foreboding forests, and haunting mansions. Discover powerful weapons, befriend Whimsical characters, and uncover the dormant secret within the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Souls-like 17.3%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Magic 6.6%

An action-adventure journey of a small slimy creature that has fast mobility. Focused on monster elimination with metroidvania elements.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Magic 12.9%, Nonlinear 10.5%, Mythology 9.2%, Combat 9%

You are a small bird traveling through 7 valleys to find the Simurgh and bring life back to your village.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Souls-like 20.1%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Nonlinear 12.1%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

Aeterna Lucis is the highly anticipated sequel to Aeterna Noctis. Following the gameplay steps of the first entry in the series, Aeterna Lucis is a Metroidvania that combines fast-paced combat, a large interconnected map, secret hunting, optional challenges, and a rich and deep story.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Souls-like 15.7%, Precision Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Magic 8.1%

CHROMATIC CRISIS is a colorful metroidvania with unique mechanics! Try to get out of these artificial biomes and save the colors of the real world!

Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Precision Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Adventure 8.7%

Alruna; now in wide-screen! A different kind of Metroidvania, a tour-de-force of game design, with world-class temples and dungeons. Dead men yearn for Heaven, but Elysium remains out of their grasp.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Precision Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Puzzle Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9%

Embark on a delirious journey in this metroidvania set on a pirate island where all the characters are sea animals.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Souls-like 20.5%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Combat 8.1%, Action-Adventure 8%

Explore yet another indie metroidvania as you venture through the Hell University campus. Conquer the demons that infest the essence of Hell University, and save the school from certain doom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Souls-like 16.4%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Supernatural 10.9%, Combat 7.7%

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 39.5%, Souls-like 16.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Action 5.1%

A Retro Metroidvania focused heavily on Exploration, Puzzle Solving Combat and Platforming.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Nonlinear 14.1%, Puzzle Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Magic 6.8%

Explore planet 404, battle the Zorgs and local tribes, and hunt for the Eye of Vyr’Nox, the legendary Relic of the Absent God.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Nonlinear 13.6%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Adventure 10.1%

Become the Messenger of God and descend into the endless abyss to defeat powerful enemies and bosses while fulfilling the divine command in this 2D Metroidvania action adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Magic 7.9%, Adventure 7.5%

Become Hatty the wizard's hat. Possess creatures and learn new abilities, delve into the castle's basement, travel to deep forests and lava caves. Become powerful enough to save the wizard. Adventure awaits.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Nonlinear 19%, 2D Platformer 17%, Puzzle Platformer 14.8%, Adventure 5.7%

A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Souls-like 21.2%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Combat 7.7%, Precision Platformer 6.4%

Discover your own legend in LUCID. Platform through a crystalline world torn apart by calamity, absorb powerful abilities that expand movement and enhance combat against a diverse cast of enemies and bosses, all in gorgeous pixel art inspired by the golden age of 2D sidescrollers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Nonlinear 13.7%, Precision Platformer 12.8%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Magic 9.3%