Games Like BLADECHIMERA

Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Martial Arts 24.5% ★, Side Scroller 12.3%, Demons 11.6%, 2D Platformer 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features a dark, stylish world with a heavy emphasis on sword-based combat and challenging metroidvania exploration.

F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.9%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 15.9%, Exploration 9.8%, Action 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the cyberpunk aesthetic and deep martial arts combat mechanics found in BLADECHIMERA.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Ninja 26.9% ★, Metroidvania 21%, Cyberpunk 13.3%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Platformer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a tight, retro-inspired ninja experience that matches the fast-paced action and dark setting of the seed game.

ANNO: Mutationem is an action-adventure game with RPG elements set in a cyberpunk world, featuring a unique mix of pixelated 2D & 3D graphic style with a rich, dark and bizarre plot.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 31.8%, Action RPG 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Futuristic 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential cyberpunk action-RPG that blends 2D side-scrolling combat with a rich, neon-drenched atmosphere.

SANABI is an exhilarating stylish dystopian action-platformer. Play as a legendary retired veteran and use your signature prosthetic arm to jump over cliffs and skyscrapers, zip through bullets and traps and defeat powerful enemies.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 30%, 2D Platformer 15%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Side Scroller 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced, grappling-hook-focused platformer captures the emotional intensity and cyberpunk grit of a dystopian city.

Meifumado is an action RPG set in a post-apocalyptic, immersive world inspired by Japan.

Why similar: Martial Arts 26.8% ★, Metroidvania 22.7%, Ninja 15% ★, Action RPG 10.5%, 2D Platformer 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic martial arts metroidvania that shares the same focus on weapon-based combat and exploration.

With its cyberpunk city brought to life with retro graphics, Ninja Issen invites players into a world filled with "hyper ninja action" as they work alone to annihilate waves of enemy troops using a variety of ninja skills and fight bosses coming at you with relentless, diverse attack patterns.

Why similar: Ninja 34.6% ★, Cyberpunk 21.7%, Side Scroller 11.9%, 2D Platformer 7.7%, Platformer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, cyberpunk-themed action game that emphasizes precision combat and stylish movement.

HAAK is a Metroidvania-Platformer. As the mysterious wanderer Haak, you embarked on an epic expedition across the vast cyber-wasteland to find your lost brother. Explore deserted cities and metro, refine your weapons and hack skills, and uncover the secrets behind metal and dust.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Dystopian 15%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Platformer 9.2%, 2D Platformer 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A sprawling metroidvania set in a desolate, post-apocalyptic world with fluid movement and combat mechanics.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 25.5%, Ninja 19% ★, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Platformer 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: While more linear, its focus on stylish, one-hit-kill martial arts combat and cyberpunk storytelling is a perfect tonal match.

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 35.8%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Action RPG 12.7%, Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique combat system and a dark, emotional narrative set within a sprawling, interconnected world.

Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

Why similar: Metroidvania 66.3%, Platformer 12.9%, Side Scroller 4.6%, Action 4%, Action RPG 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic metroidvania that offers deep combat customization and a dark, fantasy-inspired world.

The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action RPG 11.9%, Platformer 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deeply occult and dark atmosphere paired with challenging, skill-based combat that fans of demon-hunting will appreciate.

Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 55.5%, Platformer 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Cyberpunk 5.5%, Sci-fi 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational metroidvania that focuses on discovery and unique, occult-adjacent sci-fi weaponry.

Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Demons 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A combat-heavy metroidvania that focuses on parry-based mechanics and challenging boss fights.

Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.4%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Platformer 15%, Dystopian 13.4%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern action-platformer that emphasizes fluid movement and intense, visceral combat encounters.

Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, souls-like metroidvania with a dark, painterly aesthetic and punishing, rewarding combat.

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Metroidvania 74.8%, Action RPG 10.1%, 2D 5.2%, Atmospheric 5.1%, Action 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully atmospheric metroidvania that focuses on dark fantasy themes and fluid, spirit-based combat.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Metroidvania 66.5%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Platformer 7.7%, Exploration 4%, Action 4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style metroidvania that excels in occult themes, demon-hunting, and deep RPG character progression.

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Exploration 4.9%, 2D 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features chaotic, occult-themed combat and massive boss encounters that echo the intensity of demon hunting.

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 37.3%, Side Scroller 15.6%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Exploration 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming yet atmospheric metroidvania that captures the essence of exploration and ability-gating.

Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 58.6%, Platformer 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, 2D 6.2%, Action 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its incredibly fast-paced, aerial-focused combat system that rewards aggressive playstyles.

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 38.6%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, sci-fi metroidvania that balances exploration with tense, methodical combat.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Ninja 28.7% ★, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A masterful blend of ninja-themed platforming and metroidvania exploration with a sharp, witty script.

Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Platformer 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, action-packed metroidvania that emphasizes movement and exploration in a sci-fi setting.

Uncover the dark secrets of a gritty, tangled metropolis and battle diabolic villains with your trusty Gunbrella, a bulletproof brolly that doubles as a firearm.

Why similar: Side Scroller 39%, Platformer 21.8%, Exploration 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, 2D 7%

Why You'll Like It: A unique side-scrolling action game that uses a weaponized umbrella for both combat and traversal.

Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Platformer 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, 2D action-platformer that focuses on fluid movement and visceral melee combat.

A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

Why similar: Ninja 26.9% ★, Side Scroller 14.2%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Martial Arts 10.9% ★, Platformer 9.9%

HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Action RPG 17.4%, Platformer 9.5%, Exploration 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A combat-focused metroidvania that offers a wide variety of weapons and skills for diverse playstyles.

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.3%, Platformer 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Action RPG 8.3%, 2D 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, challenging 2D souls-like that emphasizes exploration and deep character builds.

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Action RPG 13.3%, Platformer 12.9%, Exploration 8%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, dark metroidvania that features a unique absorption-based combat system.

A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Platformer 15.8%, Exploration 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, 2D 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides exceptionally fluid combat and exploration that feels polished and responsive.

The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Ninja 23.4% ★, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 10.9%, Martial Arts 9.6% ★

A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Cyberpunk 13.7%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 10.3%

Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Side Scroller 17.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 6.9%

Shinobi alert! Use your 7 shinobi weapons to survive the bloodshed! Introducing a hard core 2D ninja action game by Hyper-retro graphics.

Why similar: Ninja 43.3% ★, Martial Arts 22.6% ★, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Action 5.1%

An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...

Why similar: Ninja 42.5% ★, Side Scroller 27.5%, Cyberpunk 8.4%, Sci-fi 6.4%, Futuristic 5.1%

Dex is a 2D, side-scrolling, open-world cyberpunk RPG with a focus on exploration and non-linear gameplay.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 34%, Metroidvania 23%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Platformer 7.2%, Sci-fi 5.2%

Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Side Scroller 18.5%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

Be a ninja and go on an action platforming adventure to save the world. Climb walls, slice up bad guys, master tricky platforming sequences and face ruthless bosses.

Why similar: Ninja 24% ★, Side Scroller 21.1%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Demons 14.2%, Platformer 11.5%

A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Side Scroller 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Exploration 7.9%, Platformer 7.8%

A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!

Why similar: Cyberpunk 20.3%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Platformer 12%, Dystopian 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.6%

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 60.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Exploration 3.9%, Action 3.3%

Slave Zero X is a stylish 2.5D character action game set in the biopunk world of Slave Zero (1999). Run & Slash your way through a dystopian future in this character action game which will resonate with fans of Devil May Cry, Strider, and Guilty Gear.

Why similar: Ninja 29.3% ★, Cyberpunk 22.6%, Dystopian 18.2%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Futuristic 7%

Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities

Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Action RPG 11.6%, Dystopian 10.7%, Platformer 9.6%

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Platformer 16%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Action 5.3%

Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Exploration 6.9%

BIOMORPH is a dark metroidvania game where you become the creatures that you kill! Solve ingenious puzzles and navigate a stunning hand-drawn world. Meet quirky characters, rebuild a city, and uncover the secrets of a sprawling, fallen civilization… and of your own mysterious origins.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Platformer 15.8%, Exploration 10.1%, 2D 5.2%

Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53%, Platformer 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Atmospheric 5.3%, 2D 5.2%

Dark Light is a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk action-platformer with intense hack'n slash combat. Explore the unknown, enhance your abilities with cyberwares, and face off against supernatural entities to seal the Dark Void and end the eternal darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Cyberpunk 25.3%, Platformer 11.4%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Action 4.7%

Take on the role of the martial arts master Hiro, Meilin, or Shin as they face off in a desperate fight for their lives against the Black Mantis clan. DOUBLE THE MAYHEM: Bring a friend and battle against ninjas, demons, and more in the 2-player local co-op mode of this action-adventure platformer.

Why similar: Martial Arts 25.5% ★, Ninja 20.3% ★, Metroidvania 17.6%, Side Scroller 13%, 2D Platformer 9.5%

Defeat the mage Kalinur and bring peace back to the kingdom in this mini metroidvania with a lot of action.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Demons 13.9%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 12.8%, Exploration 8.8%

Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.1%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Platformer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action 3.7%

Blade Assault is a 2D action rogue-lite platformer with beautiful pixel art set in a desolate sci-fi world. Fight against the corrupt military of Esperanza as part of the resistance force of the Undercity. Bring the corrupt to justice by becoming stronger and fighting alongside your trusty comrades.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 24%, Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Platformer 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.6%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 10%, 2D 5%

The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.8%, Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Demons 8.1%, Side Scroller 5.1%

Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Side Scroller 19.8%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 8.5%

Flow gracefully through a colorful, hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Side Scroller 19.2%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Demons 11.2%, Platformer 10.6%

Seek out new weapons and equipment to delve deeper into the dangerous world of Cypher-X72! Be warned, you aren't the only one seeking the forbidden technology known as Zexion! It will take cunning and valor to succeed in this action-packed sci-fi adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Exploration 7.8%

In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Action RPG 17.5%, Platformer 15.2%, Exploration 10.8%, 2D 4.4%

Seoul, 2045. Climb the Kukuru Tower, a giant structure with an unfathomable width and height, facing the truths about the city at its pinnacle.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Cyberpunk 17%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%