- #1 Chiaroscuro
97% 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 20%, Nonlinear 14.5%, Difficult 10.7%, Side Scroller 8.4%, Platformer 7.8%
- #2 Last Souls
96% 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 21.2%, Nonlinear 17.8%, Difficult 10.4%, Platformer 7.9%, Dark Fantasy 7%
- #3 Makis Adventure
96% matchVery Positive94% of 127 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 24.8%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
- #4 The Eternal Life of Goldman
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Weappy StudioPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
In this breathtaking platformer adventure, explore a vast hand-drawn Archipelago, inspired by ancient fables and depicted in classic frame-by-frame animation, and defeat a mysterious Deity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.6%, Mythology 14.7%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Difficult 9.9%, Hand-drawn 8.7%
- #5 Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU
94% matchVery Positive83% of 929 reviews2024
Dev: Surgent StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Mythology 15.1%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Platformer 7.4%
- #6 Memoria
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Counting SheepPub: Counting Sheep
Windows · Mac · Linux
Memoria is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where magic is as much about memory as it is about power. You play as a powerful—but aging—sorceress who awakens in a familiar but fragmented world. Only by exploring the world around you can you spark your memories, and remember once again.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Nonlinear 13%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Hand-drawn 9.2%, Platformer 8.6%
- #7 Escape Zolstar
94% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2019
Dev: Robert Alvarez
Windows · Mac
Escape Zolstar is a metroidvania where you explore, collect powerups, fight enemies, and defeat bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Nonlinear 20.2%, Side Scroller 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 9%
- #8 MOONMAN
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hinawajin
Windows
We can't reach the moon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Nonlinear 15.6%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Mythology 14.1%, 2D Platformer 9.7%
- #9 Vision Soft Reset
92% matchVery Positive89% of 154 reviews2019
Dev: Seafloor Games LLC
Windows
Perceive the future in this time-loop metroidvania.
Why similar: Time Travel 28.6% ★, Metroidvania 20.4%, Nonlinear 14.4%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Platformer 7.2%
- #10 BirdKnight
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GhostFoxCreative
Windows
In a dying world dominated by machines, use the powers of nature to explore a diverse landscape and devastate your foes in this action-driven metroidvania. As humanity's last hope, the BirdKnight must learn the truth behind the mysterious Heart of the World and restore life to the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Difficult 11.3%, Nonlinear 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Hand-drawn 8.4%
- #11 Echo of God
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Visioneternal
Windows · Mac · Linux
A world of discovery, ruled by the Gods. Inspired by the late 90s PlayStation era, a JRPG disguised as a Metroidvania. Filled with exploration, boss battles, party mechanics, dual ability skills, beautiful locations, collectibles, and character upgrades, while still being silly.
Why similar: Time Travel 25.6% ★, Metroidvania 23.4%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%
- #12 Divine Guardian | Vệ Thần
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Young Buffalo
Windows
Explore the enchanted Vietnamese jungle, combat mystical monsters, and rescue creatures on your quest to challenge the gods and restore harmony to the Universe as the DIVINE GUARDIAN, immerse yourself in an epic 2D hand-drawn refreshing adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, Nonlinear 18.6%, Mythology 17.5%, Hand-drawn 9.2%, Platformer 6.7%
- #13 Chegra: The Lost Recipe
88% 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 30%, Nonlinear 16.7%, Difficult 13.1%, Side Scroller 9.5%, 2D Platformer 7.5%
- #14 Amalu, Wells between worlds
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IndieTech Studio
Windows
Amalu: Wells Between Worlds is a pixel-art 2D platformer, and Metroidvania blending Atmospheric exploration, Spell-casting puzzle mechanics, Amazigh/North African mythology and an emotional storytelling
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Nonlinear 15.9%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Mythology 10.1%, Platformer 8.6%
- #15 Iteriba: Olokun's Wrath
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Isotropical Games
Windows
An Afro-Brazilian inspired Metroidvania where the player, as Okanbi, channel the power of the Orishas to fight abyssal creatures and explore a large and diverse map inspired by a tale. The Orishas will assist on his journey with Gifts and Blessings in order to save humanity and stop Olokun's Wrath!
Why similar: Mythology 25.3%, Metroidvania 25%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Combat 7.8%
- #16 Emberbane
85% matchMixed49% of 95 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 20.4%, Mythology 14%, Side Scroller 12.2%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%
- #17 Ayakashi Princess: Prequel
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hinawajin
Windows
The fox princess's great adventure! A story from a little while ago. Tamamo Hime wakes up in the Ayakashi world, ``Kakuriyo.'' She makes her way home, feeling a bit uncomfortable. Explore various stages and move forward with graceful actions! Is this world a dream or...
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Nonlinear 17%, Side Scroller 16.2%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Mythology 9.6%
- #18 Phaze Shift
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lord Mango Games
Windows
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Nonlinear 13.3%, Platformer 11.5%, Hand-drawn 7.2%, 2D Platformer 5.4%
- #19 Shieldbound
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Bangers
Windows
Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Difficult 12%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Platformer 8.7%
- #20 Liminalia
83% 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 24.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Platformer 10.5%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
- #21 Kingless Dungeon
82% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: G3 Studio
Windows
《Kingless Dungeon》 is a 2D hack and slash platformer where you control the Shadow Prince, a warrior with no memory. Fight undead enemies, discover your skills, and explore this deep dungeons filled with traps and secrets. Can you reclaim your memories and escape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action-Adventure 12%, Platformer 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%
- #22 Dewborne Dawn
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mythwalk Studios
Windows
In this new hand-drawn, story-rich metroidvania, explore the last haven of a dying world, and discover the purpose you play in saving it. Shape your own path, fight the all-consuming blight, and help bring hope back to the survivors. Take up the flames of dead gods, and stand firm in Dewborne Dawn!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Hand-drawn 14.3%, Nonlinear 12.1%, Combat 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #23 Misspell
81% 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 26.7%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Platformer 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #24 Citadel Knight
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fayvit
Windows
A challenging action game where you explore a dark kingdom, face brutal creatures, and uncover hidden secrets. Fight with strategy, discover powerful relics, and navigate treacherous dungeons as you unravel the mysteries of the Citadel.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Nonlinear 18.1%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Platformer 8.6%
- #25 Stoatman
79% 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 31.8%, Platformer 11.4%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Fantasy 7%, 2D Platformer 5.6%
- #26 Iron Diamond
79% matchVery Positive89% of 55 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 26.5%, Nonlinear 19.7%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Hand-drawn 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
- #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 20.7%, Difficult 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Side Scroller 10.8%, 2D Platformer 6.8%
- #28 Enemies Within
78% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: BoomSqueak
Windows
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Difficult 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Exploration 7.3%
- #29 Little Nemo and the Nightmare Fiends
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Nemo, Inc
Windows
Little Nemo and his friends return for a hand-animated metroidvania adventure! Explore magical dream worlds with Nemo, the Princess of Slumberland, the mischievious Flip, and royal guard Peony as they try to stop the Nightmare Fiends from ruling over dreams forever.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Nonlinear 17.7%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 10.5%, Exploration 9.1%
- #30 Nocturnal 2
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sunnyside Games
Windows
Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Side Scroller 14%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #31 Sarah's Great Adventure
77% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: 川流游戏
Windows
In the world of dreams, be a hero who saves the world!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Mythology 15%, Side Scroller 12%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 8.3%
- #32 Dormiveglia
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Round Cartridge
Windows
Dormiveglia is a 2D metroidvania starring Quinn, the whip-wielding hero of Spring Plaza. Join Quinn as they team up with the other heroes and allies of Elysium, and search for the four sacred Runes hidden about before they fall into the hands of Somnia!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Nonlinear 19.1%, Side Scroller 17.1%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 10.2%
- #33 Akatori
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast Games
Windows
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Difficult 11.8%, Side Scroller 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 8.1%
- #34 Shyftrs
75% 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 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Side Scroller 10.1%
- #35 Mira and the Legend of the Djinns
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: littleknightgamesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
An epic 2D pixel art style Metroidvania, inspired by Moroccan culture and spiritual traditions. Wield powerful ancient weapons and forge your way through unrelenting deserts, crumbling necropoli, floating islands and dangerous mountains as you try to uncover the secret of the last Djinn.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Mythology 23.1%, Platformer 9.4%, Side Scroller 8%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
- #36 BIOMORPH
73% matchVery Positive92% of 651 reviews2024
Dev: Lucid Dreams Studio
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 21.5%, Nonlinear 14.7%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Platformer 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
- #37 Eden's Guardian
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Voragine Game Studio
Windows
Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Difficult 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Platformer 8.4%
- #38 Chaos Rider
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Galaxy Factory Inc
Windows · Mac
The Chaos Rider finally wakes up after ages. Explore a mysterious island with tons of secrets and treasures to discover ! Fight your way through hordes of enemies and fulfill the dream of the Great Architect. Create your own playstyle, beat bosses and do crazy platforming in this epic adventure game
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Difficult 15.3%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Nonlinear 8.1%, Platformer 7.6%
- #39 Mable & The Wood
75% matchMixed56% of 86 reviews2019
Dev: Triplevision GamesPub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hunt down massive beasts and, upon destroying them, shapeshift into their forms in order to use their powers to save or destroy the world. Players with less violent intent can find secret paths to complete Mable without killing anything, including bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Nonlinear 17.5%, Difficult 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 8.6%
- #40 Infinitevania
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JHT Games
Windows
Explore different worlds, defeat enemies and challenging bosses, in search of power to destroy the core of infinitevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Time Travel 14.1% ★, Nonlinear 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.6%
- #41 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 29.9%, Nonlinear 16.7%, Difficult 14.1%, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #42 SlideNGlide
72% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: RBCMrRhoads
Windows
A challenging action-platformer where players navigate diverse biomes filled with unique enemies, tough platforming challenges, and intense boss fights. With tight controls and punishing difficulty, the game rewards precision, mastery, and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Difficult 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 7.4%
- #43 FrogeON
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JofraDev
Windows
A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Action-Adventure 10%, Platformer 9.8%
- #44 The Celestial Seeker
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VinciWare
Windows
Irata, a space bounty hunter is caught in a galactic conflict. A rogue federation seeks the fragments of the Eternium Core, an advanced chip that commands all defense systems in the solar system. In this sci-fi Metroidvania, explore, fight, and upgrade your way to stop the enemy and save the galaxy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Nonlinear 19.1%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Platformer 8.8%
- #45 Morkull Ragast's Rage
70% matchVery Positive82% of 90 reviews2025
Dev: Disaster GamesPub: Selecta Play
Windows
A 2D video game that combines platforming and action with a touch of exploration in which we control Morkull, God of death and darkness and lord of the Ragast, whose main mechanics lies in the breaking of the fourth wall, which will allow Morkull to communicate with the player in various ways.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Nonlinear 16.6%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #46 Constance
68% matchVery Positive83% of 2,256 reviews2025
Dev: Blue Backpack
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring a paintbrush-wielding artist, striving to escape from a colorful but decaying inner-world, created by her declining mental health.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Nonlinear 17.9%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Hand-drawn 10%, Platformer 8.7%
- #47 Lamp Chronicle
73% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Pixellica Corp.
Windows
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Platformer 9.2%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #48 Ayna: Shattered Truth
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: designmatic
Windows
Become water. Be shapeless, be formless, be fluid. All living things are from water and you can transform water into what it needs to be. Dive into this newly crafted fairytale and take on the journey of finding your place in this 2.8D Metroidvania fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Difficult 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9%, Combat 7.9%
- #49 Elysian Echoes
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grinding Crow
Windows
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Platformer 9.1%
- #50 Solateria
66% matchVery Positive85% of 331 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 26.3%, Difficult 13.9%, Hand-drawn 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, 2D Platformer 7.4%
- #51 Before I Go
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: J's Labratory
Windows
Explore the haunting, dreamlike fantasy world of BEFORE I GO, a punishing Metroidvania where you embody the innocence of an inner child on an allegorical odyssey towards death acceptance. The end is inevitable, but will you brave the journey?
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Nonlinear 15.6%, Difficult 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Side Scroller 10.9%
- #52 Oblitus mortis
67% matchVery Positive95% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: Oblitus mortis
Windows
A Pixel art adventure inspired by the fascinating legends and myths of Venezuela. Enter a mysterious world where you will be the one to help this little Espanto solve the mystery of why all these creatures and lost souls are wandering the earth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Mythology 22.1%, Side Scroller 11%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #53 Autonomous Odyssey
69% 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 26.2%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Difficult 11.7%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
- #54 Unbound: Worlds Apart
69% matchVery Positive84% of 1,299 reviews2021
Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.4 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 23.3%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Platformer 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Difficult 10%
- #55 The Forbidden Forest
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Studios
Windows
Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Nonlinear 17.2%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Platformer 5.8%
- #56 LUCID
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Matte Black StudioPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows
Discover your own legend in LUCID. Platform through a crystalline world torn apart by calamity, absorb powerful abilities that expand movement and enhance combat against a diverse cast of enemies and bosses, all in gorgeous pixel art inspired by the golden age of 2D sidescrollers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Nonlinear 17%, Side Scroller 12.5%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 8%
- #57 DEVIATOR
67% matchMixed68% of 988 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 27%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Platformer 9.3%
- #58 GLIGHT
67% 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 24.7%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Difficult 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Platformer 9.7%
- #59 Restless Lands
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Crackin'
Windows
A Norse mythology Metroidvania where an orphan sets out on a journey through interconnected realms. Master tactical combat, discover ancient powers, and unveil the secrets of a dying world in this hand-crafted pixel art adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%