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Games Like Blasphemous 2

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Action, 2D, Platformer.

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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.

Reviews: Very Positive — 91% — of 21,144 reviews
Released: 2023-08-24
Developer: The Game Kitchen
Publisher: Team17
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 13.9 hrs
Mean playtime: 21.5 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 80%

Overview

Blasphemous 2 stands out for its punishing, parry-focused combat, intricate gothic pixel art, and deep, non-linear exploration that captures the essence of both classic Metroidvanias and modern Souls-likes. These recommendations prioritize games that master the balance of challenging boss encounters, atmospheric world-building, and rewarding character progression within a side-scrolling perspective. Whether you crave the dark, religious undertones of the Penitent One's journey or the tight, responsive action of high-stakes platforming, this list offers the best alternatives to continue your quest.

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  1. #1 Blasphemous
    97% matchVery Positive90% of 66,776 reviews2019
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Souls-like 24.1%, Difficult 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor that established the series' signature gothic aesthetic, brutal execution mechanics, and religious horror themes.

  2. #2 The Last Faith
    96% matchVery Positive84% of 5,640 reviews2023
    Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 25.1%, Difficult 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark, violent metroidvania that blends gothic horror with precise souls-like combat mechanics.

  3. #3 Moonscars
    96% matchVery Positive83% of 1,510 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    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 27.1%, Souls-like 24.7%, Side Scroller 7.1%, 2D Platformer 6.9%, Difficult 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a gritty, painterly art style and punishing combat that mirrors the dark, melancholic tone of the Penitent One's journey.

  4. #4 Hollow Knight
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 558,466 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 41.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Souls-like 22.3%, Difficult 20%, Platformer 7.4%, Dark Fantasy 4.3%

    Why You'll Like It: The quintessential metroidvania that perfectly balances challenging combat, deep exploration, and a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.

  5. #5 Nine Sols
    94% matchVery Positive94% of 45,033 reviews2024
    Dev: RedCandleGames
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 24.4%, Difficult 21.7%, Platformer 7.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A challenging action-platformer that emphasizes parry-based combat and intricate boss design similar to the intensity of Blasphemous 2.

  6. #6 Salt and Sanctuary
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 21,853 reviews2016
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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: Souls-like 40.8%, Metroidvania 21.3%, Difficult 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, Platformer 3.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Often considered the definitive 2D souls-like, it offers deep character customization and a sprawling, interconnected world.

  7. #7 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
    92% matchVery Positive94% of 45,640 reviews2021
    Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 37.8%, Souls-like 25.9%, Difficult 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Action RPG 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, melancholic metroidvania with a focus on spirit-based combat and atmospheric exploration.

  8. #8 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    93% matchVery Positive81% of 5,578 reviews2018
    Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

    Why similar: Souls-like 36.2%, Metroidvania 24%, Difficult 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines classic metroidvania exploration with complex souls-like boss fights and a dark, narrative-driven world.

  9. #9 GRIME
    91% matchVery Positive85% of 6,733 reviews2021
    Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 21.7%, Souls-like 20.4%, Difficult 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, Side Scroller 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Introduces a unique absorption mechanic that rewards aggressive play and mastery of timing in a surreal, dark fantasy setting.

  10. #10 Vigil: The Longest Night
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 3,626 reviews2020
    Dev: Glass Heart Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Souls-like 18.4%, Difficult 14.9%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Action RPG 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark, gothic-inspired metroidvania that emphasizes weapon variety and a grim, atmospheric world.

  11. #11 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
    90% matchVery Positive93% of 41,589 reviews2019
    Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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 62.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%, Platformer 6.6%, Difficult 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to the classic Castlevania games, offering deep RPG systems and expansive map exploration.

  12. #12 Salt and Sacrifice
    89% matchMixed62% of 1,932 reviews2023
    Dev: Devoured StudiosPub: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Join your fellow Marked Inquisitors in this online coop successor to award-winning 2016 Soulslike Salt and Sanctuary.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Souls-like 20.5%, Hack and Slash 10.1%, Action RPG 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Expands on the souls-like formula with monster-hunting mechanics and a darker, more focused combat loop.

  13. #13 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
    87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,655 reviews2025
    Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 18.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Souls-like 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Action RPG 7.8%, Difficult 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A follow-up to Ender Lilies that refines the dark fantasy aesthetic and combat mechanics for a polished experience.

  14. #14 Hollow Knight: Silksong
    86% matchVery Positive89% of 419,906 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 35.2 hrsMean: 46.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Souls-like 24.4%, Difficult 24.2%, Platformer 7.2%, Multiple Endings 3.6%

    Why You'll Like It: The highly anticipated sequel that promises even more agile combat and expansive world-building in the same vein as the original.

  15. #15 Souldiers
    89% matchMixed69% of 3,112 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Difficult 17.7%, Combat 10%, Souls-like 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A class-based metroidvania that offers diverse combat styles and challenging puzzles within a vibrant, pixelated world.

  16. #16 Aeterna Noctis
    88% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,140 reviews2021
    Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 23.8%, Difficult 21.9%, Side Scroller 9%, Platformer 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A massive, challenging metroidvania that pushes the limits of precision platforming and exploration.

  17. #17 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    86% matchVery Positive92% of 3,252 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 17.5%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Combat 8.1%, Difficult 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers tight, responsive combat and beautiful pixel art that captures a similar sense of scale and challenge.

  18. #18 Vernal Edge
    85% matchMostly Positive76% of 672 reviews2023
    Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    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 40.5%, Combat 16.7%, Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides fast-paced, high-mobility combat that rewards players who master complex attack strings and aerial maneuvers.

  19. #19 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 7,419 reviews2021
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    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 50.3%, Fantasy 14.4%, Platformer 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11%, 2D 5.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Features fluid, high-quality pixel art and a combat system that emphasizes elemental switching and precise movement.

  20. #20 Afterimage
    84% matchMostly Positive77% of 10,285 reviews2023
    Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Souls-like 15.4%, Difficult 13%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Hack and Slash 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A massive, hand-drawn metroidvania with an expansive world and deep, customizable combat systems.

  21. #21 Tails of Iron
    83% matchVery Positive88% of 15,003 reviews2021
    Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

    Why similar: Souls-like 23.7%, Difficult 16.3%, Metroidvania 12.9%, Action RPG 11.4%, Combat 9.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A souls-like action-RPG that uses a unique art style to deliver brutal, tactical combat against monstrous foes.

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    82% matchVery Positive93% of 2,247 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Fantasy 8.8%

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  23. #23 Eldest Souls
    82% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,378 reviews2021
    Dev: Fallen Flag StudioPub: United Label
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.

    Why similar: Souls-like 25.1%, Difficult 20.5%, Hack and Slash 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Action RPG 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on high-difficulty boss encounters that require the same level of patience and pattern recognition as Blasphemous 2.

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    81% matchMostly Positive78% of 971 reviews2022
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
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    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, 2D Platformer 11%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Nonlinear 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on exploration and unique movement abilities, offering a different but equally rewarding metroidvania experience.

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    78% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,720 reviews2025
    Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
    Windows
    Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.2%, Souls-like 19.6%, Difficult 16.3%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Combat 8.7%

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    81% matchMixed68% of 709 reviews2022
    Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%

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    Why similar: Souls-like 23.2%, Metroidvania 17.7%, Combat 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Lore-Rich 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy action-RPG that emphasizes stamina-based combat and exploration in a decaying, hostile world.

  27. #27 Foregone
    80% matchVery Positive82% of 1,402 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    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 23.4%, Souls-like 18.9%, Difficult 16.7%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Platformer 8%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, 2D action-platformer that emphasizes fluid movement and visceral, hack-and-slash combat.

  28. #28 GRIME II
    77% matchVery Positive87% of 1,967 reviews2026
    Dev: Clover BitePub: Kwalee
    Windows
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Souls-like 26%, Action RPG 11.2%, Lore-Rich 10.6%, Nonlinear 9.8%

  29. #29 Mortal Shell II
    76% matchMostly Positive75% of 11,028 reviews2026
    Dev: Cold SymmetryPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Their Flesh Is Your Weapon. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel action-RPG with adrenaline-charged, high-stakes combat. Possess warrior Shells, dethrone false gods, redeem a ravaged world.

    Why similar: Souls-like 31.8%, Difficult 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Action RPG 11.1%, Hack and Slash 9.3%

  30. #30 There Is No Light: Enhanced Edition
    79% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,040 reviews2022
    Dev: ZelartPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%

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    Why similar: Souls-like 19.1%, Difficult 17.1%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Fantasy 9.6%, Action RPG 7.7%

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    77% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,041 reviews2025
    Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    Why similar: Souls-like 24.3%, Difficult 21.7%, Combat 11.7%, Action RPG 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%

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    76% 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 24.3%, Souls-like 18.5%, Difficult 15.1%, 2D Platformer 7.3%, Platformer 7.3%

  33. #33 Elderand
    78% matchMostly Positive75% of 813 reviews2023
    Dev: MantraPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Side Scroller 13%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Action RPG 10.2%, Combat 9.5%

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  34. #34 Unworthy
    79% matchVery Positive81% of 855 reviews2018
    Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

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    Why similar: Souls-like 32.2%, Metroidvania 32%, Difficult 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

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    75% matchVery Positive84% of 494 reviews2024
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    73% matchVery Positive84% of 713 reviews2026
    Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
    Windows

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    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 122,697 reviews2025
    Dev: Supergiant Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24.5 hrsMean: 43.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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    74% matchMostly Positive79% of 925 reviews2024
    Dev: Newcore Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%

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    72% matchVery Positive92% of 2,677 reviews2025
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    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    74% matchMostly Positive74% of 935 reviews2023
    Dev: Plot Twist
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 48%

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    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Difficult 19.5%, Souls-like 16.2%, Platformer 7.5%, 2D Platformer 7.4%

  41. #41 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
    73% matchVery Positive83% of 1,243 reviews2024
    Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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    73% matchMixed61% of 136 reviews2026
    Dev: Hamlet Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.9%, Souls-like 14.2%, Difficult 10.9%, Hack and Slash 9.7%, Side Scroller 9.7%

  43. #43 Dark Devotion
    75% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,499 reviews2019
    Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.

    Why similar: Souls-like 34.5%, Metroidvania 24.7%, Difficult 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%

  44. #44 Beholgar 2
    71% matchVery Positive80% of 101 reviews2025
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows

    The barbarian warrior Beholgar returns — and this time, his enemies are otherworldly! Deep beneath the earth, the mighty Djinn King stirs. To prevent his rise and save the world from eternal darkness, Beholgar embarks on a quest for a legendary, ancient sword.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 18.7%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Side Scroller 11.1%, 2D Platformer 8.1%

  45. #45 Fatal Claw
    70% 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 17.4%, Souls-like 16.6%, Difficult 15%, Nonlinear 8.8%, Side Scroller 8.4%

  46. #46 Dead Cells
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 182,870 reviews2018
    Dev: Motion Twin
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 23%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Difficult 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%

  47. #47 Skul: The Hero Slayer
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 57,546 reviews2021
    Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Difficult 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Hack and Slash 9.6%, Side Scroller 9.3%

  48. #48 Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2
    72% matchVery Positive85% of 1,634 reviews2020
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Difficult 21.9%, Platformer 9.4%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

  49. #49 Gravethorn
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 88 reviews2026
    Dev: Volviir
    Windows

    Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets.

    Why similar: Souls-like 20.4%, Difficult 17.5%, Side Scroller 11.4%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Lore-Rich 8.5%

  50. #50 DEVIATOR
    70% matchMixed67% of 1,009 reviews2024
    Dev: Gami Studio
    Windows

    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 26.9%, Souls-like 23.6%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Difficult 7.9%, Combat 7.6%

  51. #51 Voidwrought
    68% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,015 reviews2024
    Dev: Powersnake
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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 31.2%, Lore-Rich 14.9%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Combat 11.1%, Platformer 7.4%

  52. #52 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
    65% matchVery Positive91% of 269 reviews2026
    Dev: Volk TeamPub: Progamefactoryllc
    Windows

    Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a warrior, a werewolf, or join the darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Souls-like 20.3%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Hack and Slash 11%, 2D Platformer 8.6%

  53. #53 Kingdom Shell
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 281 reviews2023
    Dev: Cup of PixelsPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 22.1%, Side Scroller 10.2%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%

  54. #54 Mina the Hollower
    63% matchVery Positive88% of 8,369 reviews2026
    Dev: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Take control of Mina, a renowned Hollower hurtled into a desperate mission to rescue a cursed island. Whip foes, burrow through the ground, and explore a pixel-perfect world in Mina the Hollower, a brand new game from the developers who brought you Shovel Knight!

    Why similar: Souls-like 23.9%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 9.8%, Difficult 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%

  55. #55 Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 311 reviews2024
    Dev: 70`StrikePub: Valkyrie Initiative
    Windows · Linux

    Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Souls-like 19.1%, Difficult 14.9%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

  56. #56 9 Years of Shadows
    67% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,324 reviews2023
    Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    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 31.9%, Side Scroller 15%, Action RPG 10.2%, Fantasy 10%, Platformer 9.7%

  57. #57 Thymesia
    67% matchVery Positive82% of 10,050 reviews2022
    Dev: OverBorder StudioPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

    Why similar: Souls-like 30.9%, Difficult 23.9%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Action RPG 8.5%

  58. #58 Tearscape
    64% matchVery Positive91% of 343 reviews2026
    Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.

    Why similar: Souls-like 28.3%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Action RPG 9.3%, Combat 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%

  59. #59 Custodian: Beginning of the End
    69% matchMixed68% of 77 reviews2021
    Dev: Red-Pixel
    Windows

    Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Souls-like 18.4%, Difficult 15.1%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Hack and Slash 9.3%

  60. #60 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
    65% matchVery Positive84% of 7,020 reviews2024
    Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Side Scroller 13.5%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action RPG 6.2%, Difficult 5.9%

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