- #1 Fatal Claw
97% 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 21.3%, Difficult 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Nonlinear 8.9%, Hand-drawn 8.6%
- #2 Misspell
96% 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%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Platformer 7.3%, Difficult 6.9%
- #3 Fevercide
96% 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 24.5%, Action RPG 16%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Platformer 7%
- #4 Liminalia
95% 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 28.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Platformer 7.4%, 2D 5.1%
- #5 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
94% matchVery Positive83% of 1,243 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Difficult 11.9%, Action RPG 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Hack and Slash 7.8%
- #6 Dusted Dusk
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Action RPG 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Exploration 7.6%
- #7 Irang
93% 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 28.9%, Action RPG 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Hand-drawn 6.7%, Platformer 5.3%
- #8 Chiaroscuro
92% 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 26.5%, Difficult 13.5%, Nonlinear 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, Platformer 6.4%
- #9 Feather's Edge
91% 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 33.9%, Difficult 14.4%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Platformer 6.1%, Action 5.7%
- #10 Torii: Beyond The Gates
91% 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 34.6%, Action RPG 13.6%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 7.5%
- #11 Last Souls
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ruben Wihler
Windows · Mac
Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Difficult 12.8%, Nonlinear 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Hand-drawn 7.5%
- #12 Chaos Rider
89% 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 34%, Difficult 16.9%, Exploration 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Platformer 5.4%
- #13 Solateria
88% 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%, Difficult 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, 2D Platformer 5.4%
- #14 Autonomous Odyssey
89% 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 29.6%, Difficult 12.7%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Platformer 7.3%, 2D Platformer 7%
- #15 Marko: Beyond Brave
87% 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 27.1%, Hand-drawn 10%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Hack and Slash 9%, Exploration 6.1%
- #16 Iron Diamond
86% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2024
Dev: North Folk Studios
Windows
Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Nonlinear 11.2%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Sci-fi 7.6%
- #17 Dreamdawn
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Custodio Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore surreal landscapes where dreams and reality intertwine. Battle manifestations of fear, uncover the secrets of an interconnected world, and awaken the truth buried within a fading mind in Dreamdawn, a mysterious top-down action-adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Action RPG 17.5%, Difficult 13.7%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Exploration 8.1%
- #18 Crypt Custodian
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,116 reviews2024
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Action RPG 12%, Hand-drawn 8.2%, Nonlinear 8.1%, Exploration 6.6%
- #19 Unbound: Worlds Apart
85% matchVery Positive84% of 1,334 reviews2021
Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7.4%
- #20 Sima: The Lost Reflection
84% 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 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Action 8.8%
- #21 Blessing Part I
83% matchPositive93% of 43 reviews2025
Dev: MalfunctionGhost
Windows
Play as Lowe, a vengeful swordsman in a world shrouded in loneliness and despair. Wield your greatsword, slay monsters as a mortal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Action RPG 16.9%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7.3%
- #22 Filiy Eclipse
82% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Muramasa Fudo
Windows
Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Action RPG 18.8%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Action 6.5%, Sci-fi 5.4%
- #23 Infinitevania
79% 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 32.2%, Difficult 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Platformer 7.7%, 2D Platformer 7%
- #24 Alpha Sorcerer
82% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Corey Hardman
Windows
An elite sorcerer king with forgotten magical powers mysteriously reappears in a bloody quest for revenge in the supreme action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Action RPG 14.3%, Hack and Slash 11%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
- #25 Steel Flood
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Egobounds
Windows
Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Difficult 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Platformer 7.3%
- #26 Axel Quest
80% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: PowerSlash Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Action RPG 14.5%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Platformer 7.3%
- #27 THE DARK DWELLERS
81% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: COLNELIUS
Windows
In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Difficult 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Action RPG 9%, Exploration 5.7%
- #28 Akatori
77% 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 23.5%, Difficult 15.2%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Hand-drawn 8.3%, Exploration 7.6%
- #29 A Song in Elyel Nalore
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, Action RPG 19.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Action 6.3%, Platformer 6%
- #30 RIN: The Last Child
78% 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 34.3%, Difficult 13.7%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Platformer 8.3%, Exploration 7%
- #31 GLIGHT
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ATOMIC BREATH
Windows
Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Difficult 16%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Platformer 7.2%, Exploration 6.4%
- #32 Dimension Rift Zero
76% 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 30.7%, Difficult 15.9%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Platformer 7.6%, Exploration 6.3%
- #33 Lumen Veil
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Obox
Windows
A dark metroidvania where you play as a silent, white-hooded specter drifting through forgotten realms. Master precise hand-drawn platforming and uncover the mystery of the veil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Action 8.5%
- #34 The Weird Dream
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 114 reviews2024
Dev: UMO StudioPub: WhisperGames
Windows
The Weird Dream is a 2D Metroidvania game set in the ruins of Alpha City. Control a mysterious rabbit, confront mutated inhabitants, level up your skills, and unravel the truth behind Alpha City's destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Action RPG 12.4%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #35 PROFANA
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pyromaniky
Windows
Hack’n’Slash your way to victory in this over-the-top action metroidvania. You are an angel tasked with one mission: infiltrate Hell, find the Devil and bring him to justice. Explore different hellscapes, find amazing new weapons and sanctify all demons with SSSadistic combos in Profana!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Difficult 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, 2D Platformer 7.3%
- #36 Astra: Fading Stars
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dimension OmegaPub: Dimension Omega
Windows · Linux
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 28.5%, Difficult 13.8%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, 2D Platformer 8%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #37 Makis Adventure
73% matchVery Positive94% of 128 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Hand-drawn 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Exploration 7.1%
- #38 Dreeg
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Melted Monster Game Studio LLC
Windows · Mac
Dreeg is a multi-dimensional Metroidvania adventure. Shift between three parallel dimensions to explore, solve puzzles, and battle fierce enemies. Upgrade your Pulsar Suit and Forge to unlock unique abilities. Unravel the mysteries, avenge your fallen companion, and save the multiverse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Action RPG 13.2%, Nonlinear 9.4%, Hand-drawn 7.6%, 2D Platformer 7.4%
- #39 Microvania
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Dreampunk
Windows · Mac
Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Difficult 9.8%, Sci-fi 8%, Nonlinear 7.7%, Exploration 7.2%
- #40 The Light of the Darkness: Renascence
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
Windows
Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Difficult 13.9%, Action RPG 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Platformer 6.1%
- #41 Vesuvius
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snow Day Games
Windows · Mac
Explore the frozen depths of Vesuvius, a 2D action platformer. Set within the sprawling volcano, journey through fantastical alternate realities, battle corrupted mythical beasts, and survive a world steeped in ash and fable.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Difficult 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%, Platformer 6.8%, Hand-drawn 6.5%
- #42 Plateman
71% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: 柠檬弓工作室Pub: East2West Games
Windows
Explore the steampunk world in Plateman. Fly over the world of machines full of gimmicks and monsters. Uncover the secrets of Shaman and the difference engine. Try to change this decaying world by Shaman Drum and the special lightning power.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Difficult 16.5%, Nonlinear 9.9%, Platformer 8.4%, Action 5.3%
- #43 The Wicked Souls
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Konsonautic
Windows
The Wicked Souls is a Metroidvania with a strong focus on an exciting and imaginative story. Explore the mysterious tower in the afterlife with the postman Bones and his mischievous companion Dietrich and uncover its secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Exploration 6.7%
- #44 Bleeding Deities
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: Duty Over
Windows
Embark on a journey through a hand-drawn world of Bleeding Deities inspired by ancient tribes and their beliefs. Unveil dark secrets, face ruthless challenges, and confront evil deities as you search for the Legendary Baktun Stone. Will you restore peace to your people?
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Difficult 11.5%, Nonlinear 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Hand-drawn 8.3%
- #45 Relive
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dylan Losee
Windows
Relive is a dark yet hopeful action-adventure where you create new plant growth with every step, transform the remains of fallen foes to amplify your magical powers, and overcome deadly challenges to transform the world around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Action RPG 12.1%, Nonlinear 9.8%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Hack and Slash 8%
- #46 Pogona
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AppletreeDevPub: Angurius Games
Windows
Spit your scales. Build your path. Master every challenge. Pogona is a challenging hand-drawn 2D metroidvania starring a tiny lizard who turns her own scales into platforms and weapons. Master a rewarding movement system, unlock ancient powers, and conquer a world full of secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Difficult 17.8%, Platformer 7.2%, Exploration 6.2%, Hand-drawn 5.9%
- #47 Vulpis
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: max.marauder
Windows · Mac
Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Difficult 18.8%, Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 6.9%, 2D 5.6%
- #48 Anokye
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Mills Media
Windows
Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Difficult 18.8%, Hand-drawn 6.4%, Platformer 5.8%, Exploration 4.9%
- #49 Stoatman
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostum
Windows
Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%, Atmospheric 6.3%, Exploration 6.1%
- #50 Chegra: The Lost Recipe
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ciderheart Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Difficult 16.9%, Nonlinear 10.7%, Exploration 8.3%, 2D Platformer 6.3%
- #51 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
69% 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 45.3%, Platformer 7.9%, Action 7.5%, Hand-drawn 7.3%, Difficult 7%
- #52 Tails of Fate
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chase the Bunny
Windows · Linux
Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Action RPG 15.1%, Hand-drawn 10%, Difficult 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%
- #53 Axiom Verge 2
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 971 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Platformer 7.9%, Sci-fi 7.9%, Action 7.6%
- #54 Well Dweller
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7%, 2D Platformer 6.4%
- #55 SELINI
65% matchVery Positive93% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: Cymban
Windows
A deep wordless metroidvania with 20+ hours of exploration through fog-covered ruins and the remnants of a lost world. Gain new abilities, uncover hidden paths and discover meaning without dialogue or guidance.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Difficult 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Sci-fi 7.6%, Platformer 7%
- #56 Ghost Song
67% matchVery Positive83% of 1,454 reviews2022
Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
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 31.7%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Difficult 10.2%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Platformer 6.8%
- #57 OTHERSIDE: Untamed Words
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: OthersideCraft
Windows
OTHERSIDE is a 2D, hand-drawn Metroidvania adventure featuring 'Mao' - a cat warrior awakened from slumber. Wield a sword and brush to explore a beast kingdom, encounter tribes, and uncover secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Action RPG 14.1%, Hand-drawn 10%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Exploration 7.9%
- #58 Shyftrs
67% 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 30.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, 2D Platformer 9%, Hack and Slash 9%