- #1 Gridvania
97% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: ExpertStars
Windows
In this 2D Puzzle Metroidvania, explore the world collecting items to help you solve puzzles on your way to reach the flag! Will you remember where you came from, and will you be able to collect all the hidden gems?
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Strategy 16%, Puzzle Platformer 14.9%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Casual 8.7%
- #2 GoldFish Brain
96% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Action RPG 11%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Adventure 6.7%
- #3 DAO
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShiShiHole
Windows
《道·》是一款平台动作冒险游戏,你将穿越到一个黑暗的时代,作为门派最后一名道士,开启一段复仇之旅。你可以使用多种法器和符咒的组合,与数十种敌人进行战斗,并用碎片拼凑起整个国家的回忆。
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Strategy 13.6%, Action RPG 12.5%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Casual 6.7%
- #4 Dusted Dusk
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.8%, Action RPG 13.6%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Adventure 7.2%
- #5 End's Reach
94% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Cuirass Entertainment Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
End's Reach is a 3D Exploration Action Adventure Game that focuses on a character lost in the depths of space. Players will solve puzzles, collect upgrades, items, weapons and even magical abilities as they uncover the mysteries of this strange new world. A classic tale of technology taken too far.
Why similar: Metroidvania 67.3%, Action-Adventure 15%, Adventure 11.5%, Casual 5.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #6 Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 45 reviews2021
Dev: Christophe GalatiPub: Deneos
Windows
Dive into a great adventure in the Game Boy era! Tako will travel the world, explore mysterious dungeons and fight tenacious bosses on his quest to end the war between the octopus kingdom and the human realm. Will you help this brave octopus to spread his message of tolerance and unity?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Action RPG 14.3%, Puzzle Platformer 12.1%, 2D Platformer 10%, Adventure 7.4%
- #7 Stickman's Bad Luck
93% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: TingThing
Windows
Enter the world of a stick man named Stickman who, reluctantly compelled by the winds of destiny, must save the land from an evil stick man named Evil Stickman! Stickman's Bad Luck is a story-rich 2D Metroidvania Platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.7%, Casual 11.9%, Adventure 10.2%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, 1990's 4.8%
- #8 Blessing Part I
91% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.6%, Action RPG 15.1%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Adventure 6.6%
- #9 The Weird Dream
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 111 reviews2024
Dev: UMO StudioPub: WhisperGames
Windows
The Weird Dream is a 2D Metroidvania game set in the ruins of Alpha City. Control a mysterious rabbit, confront mutated inhabitants, level up your skills, and unravel the truth behind Alpha City's destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.3%, Action-Adventure 12%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action RPG 11.1%, Adventure 10.9%
- #10 Raven: The Last Neko Slayer
92% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Blue Slayer Gaming
Windows
Raven: The Last Neko Slayer is a metroidvania game aiming to recapture the spirit of old action platformers with a unique style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.2%, Strategy 24.2%, Adventure 13.8%, 2D Platformer 10.8%
- #11 Rampage Kage
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ofir AroyaPub: BombBite
Windows
Rampage-Kage is a demanding 2D Metroidvania action-platformer set in a Tokyo underworld. As Kage, you must master punishing, precision combat to dismantle city gangs. Explore an interconnected urban labyrinth, collect powerful charms to customize your skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Action RPG 16.7%, Adventure 13.9%, Casual 12.7%, Action-Adventure 11.1%
- #12 AOI
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: Pura Studio
Windows
This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53%, Action RPG 11%, Adventure 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 6.4%
- #13 Chefy-Chef
89% matchPositive89% of 28 reviews2022
Dev: BUG-StudioPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Once again approaching the refrigerator, Chefy magically finds himself in new worlds in which he has to find the ingredients for his favorite dish!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Puzzle Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Adventure 8.6%
- #14 方块 Block
87% matchPositive96% of 24 reviews2026
Dev: GlanielStudio
Windows
Block is a minimalist platform puzzle game where you explore various bizarre locations and interact with creative scene mechanisms!
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.6%, Puzzle Platformer 14.5%, Strategy 12%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Casual 7.8%
- #15 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tortuga Software
Windows
Dreadstone – The Immortal Prisoner is an upcoming indie 2D Metroidvania platformer. Especially important to us are the game elements “looting” and “leveling“. The goal is to create a combination of our favorite games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.7%, Action RPG 14.3%, Adventure 13.7%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #16 Battery Samurai
86% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Matthewstone
Windows
Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Adventure 9.2%, Puzzle Platformer 8%
- #17 魂途 Xoul
86% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Sounder Studio
Windows
Xoul is a uniquely styled 2D ARPG. You can use the game's distinctive "Custom Combo" feature to create your own chain attacks, defeat various enemies, experience diverse stories, unravel the mysteries of this world—and then make your choice.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, Puzzle Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #18 Little Witch
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: QianQi
Windows
This is the story of an adventurous little witch and her cat in the paper world. The puzzle mainly tests the player's observation of the stage and the application of elements. Use the cat to eat the elements and use them in the right place to open the channel or get new elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Puzzle Platformer 14%, Strategy 13.3%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #19 小Q~LITTLE Q~
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an RPG game similar to the Metroid series. Players will play as a little scientist and create a robot named Little Q to destroy the mechanical city of Crazy Scientists
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Action RPG 15.8%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Adventure 8.3%
- #20 PATHFINDER 08
84% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.3%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, 2D Platformer 14%, Adventure 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
- #21 Ember Fall
82% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: ASH GAMES
Windows
Step into the shoes of a lone wanderer in a ruined world, guarding the last ember of hope. Solve creative light-based puzzles, battle predators lurking in the shadows, and uncover the forgotten secrets of a broken land in this emotional platformer adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.7%, Strategy 15.4%, Puzzle Platformer 14.4%, Adventure 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.6%
- #22 Nihilsearch
83% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Team_Bug
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in the pixelated 2D world of "Nihilsearch" on a lifeless mechanical planet. Explore dark underground complexes, battle hostile machines and life forms, and meet diverse humans, life forms, and machines. Discover the meaning of life and create your own adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.8%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Adventure 9%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%
- #23 Torii: Beyond The Gates
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.5%, Action RPG 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Adventure 6.7%
- #24 A Song in Elyel Nalore
81% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.8%, Action RPG 17.7%, Adventure 11.1%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #25 Sea and Adventure
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: KathoWa
Windows
Download the demo directly and try it out. Screenshots and promotional videos are meaningless.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Strategy RPG 20.3%, Action RPG 15.6%, Adventure 12.4%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
- #26 Filiy Eclipse
79% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Muramasa Fudo
Windows
Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.5%, Action RPG 17.6%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Adventure 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 3.2%
- #27 Shell Soul:The Skull
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlueWindGame
Windows
A nameless skeleton awakens in a graveyard. To recover lost memories and uncover the truth, it embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.8%, Puzzle Platformer 14.7%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Adventure 7.6%
- #28 BeforeDisaster
79% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: SourGrapeGames
Windows
《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...
Why similar: Metroidvania 67.1%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Adventure 10.7%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #29 Croakspire
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.1%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Adventure 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
- #30 Eystrandi
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leiksmidr studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.1%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Adventure 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #31 Maelstrom
78% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.3%, 2D Platformer 13%, Adventure 10%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #32 Janosik
77% matchVery Positive94% of 677 reviews2020
Dev: Onix GamesPub: Retrovibe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Challenging retro pixel graphics action-platformer. Become a legendary rogue Janosik and explore the big mountain castle level full of secrets. Available for FREE!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, 1980s 10.1%, Puzzle Platformer 8.7%, Adventure 8.4%
- #33 EXIL
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mystic Clockwork Studio
Windows
A Mystical Anime-Inspired Metroidvania. Embark on an adventure through a mystical world full of magical creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Adventure 9.6%, Action RPG 6.6%
- #34 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
73% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.4%, Adventure 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, 2D Platformer 9%, Action RPG 4.8%
- #35 Me With Me
75% matchPositive95% of 39 reviews2022
Dev: YenThe Studio
Windows
In Me With Me you control 2 cats at the same time going through levels with puzzles. A very cool 2D platform game to pass the time.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Adventure 18.1%, Casual 16.6%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%
- #36 International Secret Agent
76% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: CRX Entertainment Pte Ltd.
Windows
Save the world from a mad scientist's evil plan and cure the population from an infectuous disease. International Secret Agent puts you in the shoes of the very best spy in the business with the mission to safeguard humanity from certain doom!
Why similar: Strategy 24.5%, Strategy RPG 19.2%, Adventure 16.1%, Casual 14.8%, Action-Adventure 12.9%
- #37 King Story: Prologue
75% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows
A storm of darkness is taking over the world. Adventure in search of your quest escaping the demon darkness that chases you. Upgrade your items to progress through the maze like environment in this Metroidvania-like challenge. Can you find a Hermit’s lost son in your quest to save the world?
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.1%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Adventure 8.4%, Casual 5.5%
- #38 Dark Labyrinth
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xiaote
Windows
You have stumbled into a world shrouded in darkness, where your body has transformed into that of a strange creature. Using your ability to dispel the darkness, you must explore and learn within this mysterious realm, uncovering the truth of this world while seeking a way to return to your own.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, Puzzle Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Casual 5.7%
- #39 Reso-Seeker
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ralta Studios
Windows · Mac
Resort adventure of exploration, life-sim and a little action. Your guide is in-game "Brochure" filled with map and activities. Check them off as you go. Learn new skills to unlock new areas. Days at the waterpark, nights at the hotel lounge. No enemies. Just your own pace. A cozy Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.3%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Puzzle Platformer 7.6%, Adventure 7.3%
- #40 Silvercall
73% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: CUNX
Windows · Mac
Silvercall – A retro action-platformer RPG. Play as an amnesiac adventurer, battling through perilous terrain and collecting Memory Crystals to uncover your past and your lover's dark transformation into the "Saintess".
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.1%, Action RPG 14.1%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Adventure 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #41 The Bounty Huntress
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: IC Games
Windows
In this a Metroidvania style game made in crispy pixel art, Join Rhea , a bounty huntress with a task to save some people who have been kidnapped and taken to an old abandoned castle where there are many dangers, she needs your help to rescue these people and to bring peace to the city of Vaunard
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.9%, Adventure 12.3%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, 1990's 6.8%
- #42 The Adventures of Poppe
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, 1980s 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, 1990's 8%
- #43 Tiny Adventure Game
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: teunu
Windows
Join Tiny as he starts his first adventure. Unlock abilities, explore ancient civilisations, and descent into dark caverns or climb the mountain peaks. Tumble, run and hide from dangerous foes, or befriend and fight alongside Tiny's greatest idols.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.4%, Puzzle Platformer 14.6%, Adventure 13.7%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #44 Havenlocked
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Achromi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Stranded in a strange tropical paradise, you must find a way to escape, but things may be deeper than they seem. Havenlocked is a 1bit top-down adventure focusing on item-based exploration of two intertwined worlds! Explore and uncover the many secrets of the haven and its abyss.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, Puzzle Platformer 14.5%, Action-Adventure 12%, 1980s 10.5%, Adventure 9.3%
- #45 Irang : the last hope
71% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: SnoozyMondayPub: DCD
Windows
In Joseon, a kingdom honoring the Four Deities, chaos reigns. Nobles have unleashed sealed evils in a power grab, causing calamities. Join Irang and Haru on a journey to liberate the Deities and reclaim Joseon's last hope.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Adventure 13.8%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Puzzle Platformer 12.1%
- #46 Amo
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ryoshitsude
Windows
Amo is a top-down metroidvania, where a lost dog, Amo, gets stranded on an island. Explore the vast environments, fight through the enemies of the past, and solve the many mysteries that the island holds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 68.7%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Adventure 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #47 Dispersio 2
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 33 reviews2021
Dev: Achpile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dispersio 2 is a retro-style metroidvania. As you progress through the game, you will gain new abilities, such as dashing, wall-jumping and more. There's even a hard mode for hardcore players. Can you beat the game with only 1 HP?
Why similar: Metroidvania 65.2%, Adventure 14.2%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #48 Faction Reticent
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Alpherisk
Windows
A "whimsical fantasy" action platformer game with an open-ended progression. Utilize the given abilities to you to its fullest potential, and look epic while doing it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.6%, Action RPG 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Adventure 6.4%
- #49 Mono
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Project Mono
Windows
『Mono』 is a 2D action game set in a monochrome world. Explore the land to enhance your abilities, defeat the formidable foes standing in your way, and resolve the crisis befalling this black-and-white realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.4%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Adventure 14%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Singleplayer 1%
- #50 Caesura
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: No Bananas Studio
Windows
Explore caves, forest, and clouds to discover new secrets in the mysterious world of Caesura. A rhythm driven, hand drawn world. Match your jumps and dashes to the beat to solve challenging puzzles that ask you to dance along with the world as it also dances to the beat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.4%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Casual 7%, Adventure 5.2%
- #51 Terry Tales
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ansimuz Games
Windows · Mac
A retro-inspired 2D action-adventure where exploration, combat, and classic pixel art come together in a mysterious interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Action RPG 19.1%, Adventure 15.4%, Puzzle Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #52 Beaked Buccaneer
69% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: lightUP
Windows
Beaked Buccaneer is a 2D mini metroidvania full of treasures and pirates that tells the story of a parrot who wants to become a pirate legend!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.5%, Action RPG 14.4%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, 1980s 5.6%
- #53 Shadow King
68% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2023
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.6%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Adventure 6.6%
- #54 The Instruments Of Faith: Padua's Destiny
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boss Battle Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Instruments Of Faith Padua's Destiny is an epic apocalyptic 2D pixel Metroidvania fantasy action-adventure video game. Journey through the Universe as Young Padua, one of the 7 Guardian protectors of the Universe, to restore the balance of Good over Evil before it is too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.2%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, Adventure 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #55 Bread Adventure
66% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.7%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Adventure 6%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
- #56 Cavalier
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Coin Laundry Games
Windows · Mac
The King's pup levels up! Cavalier is a single player hand drawn Metroidvania. Combat enchanted creatures while you explore the expanding map, and restore the magical kingdom in this charming medieval adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.1%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Puzzle Platformer 11%, 1990's 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #57 Faeland
66% matchVery Positive90% of 324 reviews2023
Dev: Talegames
Windows
Take on the role of skilled hunter, Sam, in Faeland, an adventure RPG set in a beautiful world inspired by 8-bit classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 68.6%, Adventure 14.1%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #58 Garrison
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WKH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Traverse a broken empire to help the people and learn the truth. Discover items and combine them in new ways to destroy obstacles or enemies as you explore both side-scrolling and top-down perspective areas. Set out on an action/adventure journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.9%, 2D Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, 1980s 8.6%, Adventure 6.2%
- #59 Him
68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Gumbo Day
Windows
Thousands of spaceships entered the galaxy to mine what does not belong to them! Him is a third person casual game where the player runs and jump between home planets to destroy the invading space pirates and their spaceships under a limited time before they mine the lands.
Why similar: Metroidvania 73.4%, Adventure 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Casual 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #60 Shining Symbol
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 小桨哥
Windows
This is a galactic castlevania-type game, based on the design of four elephants and twenty-eight stars as the boss, four scenes, five attribute skills, and a variety of gem abilities waiting for you to unlock.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.8%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Adventure 8.1%, Cute 4.3%