Games Like Blaster Master Zero

Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Action 16.8%, Retro 14.1%, Platformer 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel continues the hybrid vehicle and on-foot gameplay with refined mechanics and expanded exploration.

The Pinnacle of Mutant Blasting Action Is Here! — Blaster Master Zero 3's hybrid of sidescrolling and top-down action is back for its 3rd chapter, and more intense than ever before!

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Retro 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Action 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: The third entry in the series brings the trilogy to a satisfying conclusion with even more intense combat and traversal abilities.

The ultra-refined 2D side-scrolling action you remember from "Azure Striker Gunvolt" is recharged and better than ever! In Gunvolt 2, series anti-hero Copen joins the fray as a playable character! Copy abilities from defeated boss characters and use them as your own!

Why similar: Action 25.3%, Platformer 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 17.4%, Retro 16.4%, Anime 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team as Blaster Master Zero, this title offers high-octane 2D action with a strong anime aesthetic.

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 36.2%, Retro 16.4%, Platformer 15%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Action 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that captures the same 8-bit challenge and tight controls found in the Blaster Master series.

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 35.5%, Retro 17.5%, Platformer 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Action 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands on the original's formula with more playable characters and intricate level design.

Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Platformer 10.7%, Retro 10.5%, Action 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the Blaster Master experience by featuring a small cat piloting a powerful mech suit in a retro-styled Metroidvania world.

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 62.4%, Platformer 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Retro 7.9%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive Metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and unique weapon upgrades in a haunting, pixelated sci-fi setting.

A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.

Why similar: Metroidvania 57.9%, Platformer 18.2%, Action 15.7%, Anime 5.4%, 2D 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, modern take on the action-adventure genre that features deep exploration and satisfying transformation mechanics.

A powerful ancient evil has arisen, and the war to save humanity has begun! As an elite agent in the monster-hunting Prodigium organization, you must use a variety of weapons, upgrades, and mysterious artifacts to defend mankind against the supernatural hordes of Princess Ahmanet.

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.3%, Action 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Retro 9.2%, Platformer 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced Metroidvania that features challenging combat and a retro aesthetic similar to the Blaster Master games.

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 34.1%, Retro 27.8%, Pixel Graphics 22.8%, Action 10.1%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: An essential retro-inspired platformer that defines the modern standard for 8-bit style action and level design.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 59%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Platformer 11.8%, Action 7.3%, Retro 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging Metroidvania that focuses on exploration and secrets within a minimalist, retro-inspired world.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.9%, Platformer 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action 9.1%, Anime 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish Metroidvania with fluid combat and unique time-manipulation mechanics that feel great to master.

Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Platformer 19%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Retro 9.2%, Action 8%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational indie classic that blends platforming, shooting, and exploration with a memorable soundtrack and narrative.

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 51.2%, Platformer 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Action 9.6%, Anime 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a polished Metroidvania experience with gorgeous pixel art and combat mechanics reminiscent of classic action titles.

Experience the apeX of 2D action! A new era of 2D action begins now! Get ready for high-speed, stylish 2D side-scrolling action like never before. Inti Creates presents the ultimate in classic 2D action with "Luminous Avenger iX"!

Why similar: Action 40.8%, Platformer 26.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Anime 10%, 2D 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed action platformer that emphasizes precision movement and satisfying combat encounters.

Mega Man is back! The newest entry in this iconic series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh new visual style. The new Double Gear system boosts Mega Man's speed and power for a new twist to the satisfying gameplay the series is known for.

Why similar: Platformer 42%, Action 31.8%, Retro 16.9%, Anime 5.4%, 2D 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern return to the classic action-platforming roots that inspired much of the Blaster Master series.

Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!

Why similar: Metroidvania 61.3%, Retro 13.3%, Action 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 6%, Platformer 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A collection of classic Metroidvania titles that helped define the exploration-heavy gameplay loop found in Blaster Master Zero.

Enter a virtual world of cyber-landscapes and unravel the mystery behind its creation! "Mighty Gunvolt Burst" is a retro-style 2D side-scrolling action game with an authentic feel. Play as "Beck," "Gunvolt," or "Ekoro," and experience their new stories in this unique parallel universe.

Why similar: Action 41.3%, Retro 31.7%, Platformer 26.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action game that allows for deep customization of weapons and abilities, similar to the upgrade systems in Blaster Master.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Platformer 12.8%, Action 12.2%, 2D 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven action-platformer that features intricate boss battles and beautiful, detailed pixel art.

Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!

Why similar: Metroidvania 55.7%, Retro 11.9%, Action 11.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This collection brings together essential 2D action-adventure titles that are perfect for fans of retro-styled exploration.

Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, Retro 13.4%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Action 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled Metroidvania that emphasizes character switching and exploration in a sprawling, interconnected tower.

Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.7%, Platformer 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Retro 13.3%, 2D 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming 8-bit style adventure that focuses on puzzle-solving and platforming in a cohesive, non-linear world.

LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.

Why similar: Metroidvania 65.1%, Platformer 16.5%, Retro 6.6%, Action 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging exploration-heavy game that rewards players who enjoy uncovering secrets and navigating complex environments.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.1%, Platformer 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Action 10%, Anime 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric Metroidvania with fluid combat and a distinct pixel-art style that rewards exploration.

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: Metroidvania 36.8%, Retro 17.8%, Platformer 15%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Action 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, fast-paced action platformer that captures the difficulty and precision of 8-bit classics.

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

Why similar: Action 33.5%, Platformer 30.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Anime 14.7%, 2D 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: The original title in the series that established the high-quality action and anime-inspired presentation seen in later Inti Creates games.

Travel back in time to change fate itself, in this beautifully crafted story-driven adventure, inspired by classic 90s action-platformers. Join timekeeper Lunais on her quest for revenge against the empire that killed her family, using time-bending powers to explore a vast, connected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.6%, Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action 9.9%, 2D 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A Metroidvania with a strong focus on time-based abilities and a nostalgic, retro-inspired aesthetic.

Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets!

Why similar: Metroidvania 55.8%, Platformer 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Retro 9.4%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult and fast-paced action-platformer that pays homage to the challenging design of early 8-bit games.

Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, Retro 16.3%, Platformer 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Action 7%

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 48.3%, Retro 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Platformer 11%, Action 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action-platformer that emphasizes exploration and combat in a dark, gothic setting.

The Blue Bomber is back in this second collection of classic Capcom titles! Featuring faithful reproductions of Mega Man 7, 8, 9, & 10, this collection is bursting with additional content, from time trials and remix challenges to a music player and an extensive gallery of rare illustrations.

Why similar: Platformer 29.2%, Retro 24.7%, Action 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Anime 6%

A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes

Why similar: Action 31.1%, Retro 24.1%, Platformer 22.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, 2D 4%

Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Platformer 15.2%, Action 13.7%, Retro 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Take control of one of three playable characters (Gunvolt, Ekoro, and Beck) as you blast your way past the baddies in stage after stage of side-scrolling action! Each stage ends with a boss encounter. Defeat the boss to complete the stage.

Why similar: Platformer 28.5%, Action 27.3%, Retro 25.2%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%

Rediscover this great Metroidvania game in a brand new version with a lot of features and improvements! Run in a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.7%, Platformer 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Action 10.8%, Retro 7.4%

An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!

Why similar: Retro 37.2%, Pixel Graphics 29.5%, Action 27.2%, 2D 6%

Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Platformer 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Action 13.8%, Anime 7.6%

Mega Man X Legacy Collection includes the legendary 16-bit titles and the series’ exciting foray into the 32-bit era: Mega Man X, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, and Mega Man X4. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.

Why similar: Action 31.6%, Platformer 27.7%, Retro 22.5%, Anime 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6%

Mighty No. 9 is a 2D Side-scrolling Action game that takes the best elements from 8 and 16-bit classics that you know and love and transforms them with modern tech, fresh mechanics, and fan input into something fresh and amazing!

Why similar: Platformer 40.1%, Action 26.5%, Retro 17.2%, Anime 15.2%, 2D 0.9%

Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.4%, Action 12.8%, Retro 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Platformer 10.6%

Mega Man Legacy Collection is a celebration of the 8-bit history of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber featuring faithful reproductions of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games.

Why similar: Platformer 30.5%, Retro 29.6%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Action 15.8%, 2D 4.8%

An ancient evil has been set loose, and Jonathan cursed in the process. Jonathan must now collect seven holy grails from around all of Egypt to cleanse himself of the curse of Sehur the First. Be delighted by the quirky humor, charming characters, and the beautifully designed world, in Pharaoh Rebirth+!

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.6%, Action 27.7%, Platformer 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%, 2D 1.6%

Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection brings together six classic titles in one game: Mega Man Zero 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as Mega Man ZX and ZX Advent. The collection also features Z-Chaser, an exclusive new mode created just for this set of games.

Why similar: Action 35.7%, Metroidvania 26.6%, Platformer 16%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Retro 6.3%

The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!

Why similar: Action 32.7%, Platformer 31.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.3%, Anime 12.5%, 2D 4.7%

Break into the new apeX of 2D action! INTI CREATES is proud to present new apeX of cutting-edge 2D action with Luminous Avenger iX 2!

Why similar: Action 49.4%, Pixel Graphics 26.8%, Anime 17.9%, 2D 5.9%

Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.6%, Platformer 21.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Action 7.4%, Retro 6.3%

Play as Captain Grisham, and uncover the secrets of Planet 4-514 in this thrilling prequel to Side Scape!

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.7%, Retro 14.9%, Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Action 8.2%

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Retro 33%, Pixel Graphics 23.1%, Action 20.1%, Platformer 18.1%, 2D 5.8%

Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Platformer 23.5%, Action 13.6%, Retro 13.3%, 2D 3.3%

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.3%, Platformer 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action 11.5%, Anime 6.5%

BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Retro 15.5%, Platformer 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Action 10.2%

Cosmos Bit is an old school metroidvania that will take you in an extraterrestrial world painted with the legendary Amstrad CPC's colour palette, reworked for modern devices. The game is enjoyable for both veterans and newbies of this genre!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Action 22.9%, Platformer 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Retro 12%

Complete the exciting Mega Man X saga with four action-packed titles! This collection showcases the evolution of the series with Mega Man X5, Mega Man X6, Mega Man X7, and Mega Man X8. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.

Why similar: Platformer 32.3%, Action 29%, Retro 18.8%, Anime 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

Become more than human and save mankind from total annihilation! From legendary developer Game Freak comes an action adventure like no other - manipulate the world around you and smash the evil Ajeet to smithereens!

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Platformer 24.2%, Action 20.1%, Anime 11.8%, 2D 4%

ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered. 10+ hrs of exploration and fast-paced combat from award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, dynamic melee take-downs, and new Master Challenges.

Why similar: Metroidvania 66.2%, Platformer 18.8%, Action 15%

The original cute and hardcore shrine maiden shooter is now available on Steam! Completely new game, a sequel to the home original "Pocky&Rocky" (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)! The adventures of Pocky&Rocky begin once again.

Why similar: Action 48.8%, Pixel Graphics 40.5%, Retro 10.7%

Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.

Why similar: Platformer 29.7%, Pixel Graphics 23.3%, Action 21.2%, Retro 19.7%, 2D 6%

Travel to a forgotten world and study alien creatures in this authentic retro metroidvania!

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, Retro 15.8%, Platformer 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Action 7.6%