Games Like Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate HD

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: Vampires 49.3% ★, Metroidvania 31.9%, Action 6.3%, Gothic 4.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 3%

Why You'll Like It: This collection features the definitive 2D Metroidvania experiences that directly inspired the gameplay loop of Mirror of Fate.

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: Vampires 52.3% ★, Metroidvania 29.9%, Action 6.2%, Platformer 6%, Dark Fantasy 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: These classic titles offer the quintessential exploration-heavy, gothic action gameplay that defines the series.

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 50.7%, Gothic 7.6% ★, Action 6.8%, 2.5D 6.7%, Platformer 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the legendary Koji Igarashi, this is the spiritual successor to the classic Castlevania formula with deep exploration and combat.

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: Vampires 43.9% ★, Metroidvania 24.8%, Gothic 9.3% ★, Platformer 5.4%, Dark Fantasy 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the gothic, pixel-art aesthetic while providing the brutal, souls-like combat common in modern Metroidvanias.

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 56%, Gothic 9% ★, Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%, Action 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully combines a dark, gothic aesthetic with challenging 2D action and intricate level design.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, Hack and Slash 17%, Platformer 11.7%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Adventure 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel refines the exploration and combat mechanics of the original, offering an even tighter Metroidvania experience.

Dracula, weak and yearning release from immortality, must reclaim his powers and defeat Satan. An epic fantasy adventure set in an expansive modern-day world!Awoken after centuries of slumber, weakened and yearning for release from his immortal bonds, Dracula must reclaim his powers and make a pact with Death, to defeat Satan and gain...

Why similar: Vampires 76.4% ★, Hack and Slash 6.6%, Action 4.6%, Gothic 4.5% ★, Adventure 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: While 3D, it continues the specific dark narrative and lore established in the Lords of Shadow universe.

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: Vampires 40.4% ★, Metroidvania 18.7%, Gothic 9.6% ★, Platformer 8.9%, Side Scroller 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This retro-styled action platformer captures the spirit of early Castlevania games with its tight controls and gothic setting.

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Ultimate Edition is the complete edition of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, a dark and vivid new re-imagining of the Castlevania mythology. It is the end of days and ungodly powers isolate the Earth.

Why similar: Vampires 64.9% ★, Hack and Slash 11.2%, Action 6.1%, Gothic 5.5% ★, Adventure 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: This provides the essential narrative context for the Lords of Shadow timeline and features similar combat mechanics.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 74.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Action 4.7%, 2D 3.5%, Atmospheric 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its melancholic, gothic atmosphere and challenging 2D action align perfectly with the tone of the Castlevania series.

Original developer WayForward upgrades its 2011 classic with new voice acting by Laura Bailey and Troy Baker, sharpened visuals, and rebalanced gameplay. Run, jump, cut, and feed your way through a massive underground castle to confront Rayne’s father at the behest of the Brimstone Society.

Why similar: Vampires 51.4% ★, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Platformer 7.9%, Gothic 7.1% ★, Metroidvania 6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D hack-and-slash platformer that shares the vampire-hunting intensity and gothic flair of the seed game.

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 52.2%, Platformer 18.4%, Action 9.6%, Adventure 8.2%, Fantasy 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title feels like a love letter to classic 2D Castlevania games with its fluid movement and combat mechanics.

Experience the epic conflict of Kain and Raziel in original form or with remastered graphics.

Why similar: Vampires 26.2% ★, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Platformer 16%, Action 11.4%, Adventure 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: These updated versions provide the definitive way to experience the dark, vampire-centric lore of the Legacy of Kain series.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.5%, Platformer 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Action 7.7%, Side Scroller 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore 2D action RPG that brings the interconnected world design and difficulty of souls-likes to a side-scrolling perspective.

Follow the story of Xandria, the iron alchemist. Seeking revenge, she accepts the dangerous mission to put an end to the evil that resides in Dracula's castle and torments the people of Transylvania. Fight with an iron whip in this retro-style & Classic-Vania adventure.

Why similar: Vampires 48.4% ★, Gothic 14.7% ★, Platformer 9.5%, Side Scroller 7.1%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A direct homage to the 2D Metroidvania style with a strong focus on gothic horror and vampire hunting.

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 46.6%, Platformer 15.9%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Action 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully crafted gothic action platformer that emphasizes exploration and challenging boss encounters.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 14.6%, 2.5D 11.3%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy Metroidvania features unique combat mechanics and a surreal, oppressive world that fans of gothic action will appreciate.

London, 1918. You are newly-turned Vampyr Dr. Jonathan Reid. As a doctor, you must find a cure to save the city’s flu-ravaged citizens. As a Vampyr, you are cursed to feed on those you vowed to heal.

Why similar: Vampires 92.4% ★, Action 2.7%, Dark Fantasy 1.7%, Adventure 1.2%, Atmospheric 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the narrative and atmosphere of being a vampire in a dark, gothic setting.

Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?

Why similar: Vampires 84.6% ★, Action 3.9%, Adventure 3.5%, Dark Fantasy 3.4%, Fantasy 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong supernatural narrative and action-oriented gameplay centered on hunting spirits and monsters.

Van Helsing, monster hunter will face the most difficult trials of his life as he is trying to destroy his nemesis. The civil war is over in Borgovia, but the future still looks grim. The city of weird science is in ruins and a strange cult prophesises the coming of the end times.

Why similar: Vampires 68.4% ★, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Action 6.6%, Adventure 5.6%, Dark Fantasy 3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a gothic, monster-hunting action experience with a focus on character progression and combat.

Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of Rayne’s second adventure: a blood-soaked rampage of vengeance against the Cult of Kagan, a group led by Rayne's half-siblings that seek to carry out their father Kagan's legacy by creating a new era of vampire supremacy.

Why similar: Vampires 78.5% ★, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Action 5.9%, Platformer 3.6%, Adventure 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a visceral, action-heavy experience centered on vampire hunting and character-driven combat.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.9%, Platformer 17.7%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Action 7.6%, Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers intense 2D action with a dark, hand-drawn aesthetic that matches the moody tone of the Belmont adventures.

Bela Lugosi returns as Prince Dracula in this classicvania horror platformer! Battle your way through the monster plagued countryside, evade deadly traps and pitfalls, overcome Dracula’s commanders in single combat, and discover the secret history of your monstrous foes.

Why similar: Vampires 79.6% ★, Gothic 8.7% ★, Side Scroller 5.6%, Adventure 2.8%, 2D 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that leans heavily into the classic horror tropes and gothic aesthetic of the genre.

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 37.4%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Platformer 13.7%, Adventure 8.3%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: While a roguelite, its fast-paced 2D combat and fluid movement feel like an evolution of classic action-platformer mechanics.

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 54%, Platformer 19.4%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Action 6.7%, 2D 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes high-difficulty platforming and exploration within a vast, interconnected world.

Bloodlust is a dungeon crawling / action RPG experience that will allow players to explore the dark underworld of a forgotten society of Vampires and their disciplines, all while trying to battle for hierarchy among the clans in search of their sire.

Why similar: Vampires 96.1% ★, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that explores the vampire mythos through a dark, dungeon-crawling lens.

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 49.5%, Hack and Slash 20.4%, Platformer 13.8%, Side Scroller 13.5%, 2D 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, sprawling Metroidvania that offers deep exploration and a wide variety of combat abilities.

Play as the vampire Kain and his betrayed lieutenant Raziel. Wield legendary blades, use supernatural abilities, and battle through a world of conflict, intrigue, and prophecy as their paths collide across the dark world of Nosgoth.

Why similar: Vampires 71.5% ★, Action 9.8%, Adventure 8.3%, Gothic 7.1% ★, Fantasy 1.5%

Galidon is a vampire kingdom. You’re a lawful heir. The power struggle and an intriguing plot are in place. 21 levels contain quests and crafting. The gameplay is rapid, bloodthirsty and intransigent and doesn't forgive a single mistake. Devoid of Shadows is a heat in the chill dungeons of the Labyrinth!

Why similar: Vampires 87.8% ★, Action 6.4%, Dark Fantasy 2%, Adventure 1.8%, Atmospheric 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, vampire-themed action game that focuses on combat and exploration in a gothic environment.

Konami's Castlevania Anniversary Collection traces the origins of the historic vampire franchise. Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.

Why similar: Vampires 55.8% ★, Metroidvania 17%, Platformer 7%, Action 6.2%, Adventure 5.2%

Take control of two powerful and highly evolved vampires: Kain, an all-powerful demigod, and Raziel, a demonic angel of death. Each equipped with a legendary sword, Kain & Raziel must battle through a world loaded with conflict and intrigue as they attempt to unravel their destinies and defeat the dark forces that seek to condemn...

Why similar: Vampires 75.5% ★, Hack and Slash 5.2%, Action 5.2%, Gothic 4.7% ★, Adventure 4.3%

Cast down from power by a mysterious warlord centuries ago, Kain reawakens in a world he barely recognises. His armies slain, his vampire brethren nearly extinct, Kain is one of the last of his kind. With an agenda of vengeance, Kain shall unleash a wicked wrath to uncover the plot that threatens the land he seeks to conquer.

Why similar: Vampires 85% ★, Action 4.6%, Gothic 3% ★, Dark Fantasy 2.2%, Adventure 1.9%

Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.

Why similar: Vampires 33.7% ★, Metroidvania 18.5%, Action 10.2%, Platformer 10%, Adventure 8.5%

Janosik 2 is a retro action-platformer with metroidvania elements. Get ready to jump, slash, dodge roll, dive, smash and bash your way through deadly traps, mischievous villains and bosses, and more in this sequel to Janosik.

Why similar: Vampires 54.4% ★, Metroidvania 21.2%, Platformer 9.3%, Action 6.1%, Adventure 5%

In this sequel to the critically acclaimed Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, reassume the role of Raziel, and travel back through the currents of time into various eras of Nosgoth's past in your relentless pursuit of Kain.

Why similar: Vampires 76.9% ★, Gothic 6.6% ★, Action 4.7%, Adventure 4.7%, Dark Fantasy 2.4%

Another story of Bloodlust, this time told through the eyes of Ravenblood; part Ghost... part Vampire... and 100% bada$$. His journey in search of lost strength and revenge will take you through the dark tombs and dungeons of the Vampirem.

Why similar: Vampires 81.7% ★, Action 9%, Hack and Slash 8.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan in Chronicles of the Wolf! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo in this epic adventure featuring brutal bosses, vast castles, and secrets to uncover. Narration by the legendary Robert Belgrade and other special appearances!

Why similar: Vampires 47.8% ★, Metroidvania 23.1%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Action 6.6%, Adventure 5.8%

Combine your vampiric skills with the sharp edge of your blade in this medieval vampire hack‘n‘slay. Battle through hordes of monsters to restore your honor after you, a legendary and feared vampire hunter, have been turned into a vampire yourself!

Why similar: Vampires 82.9% ★, Hack and Slash 9.6%, Action 6.2%, Fantasy 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Enhanced and updated for modern systems, this is the definitive edition of the action horror game that unleashed the red-headed dhampir on the world. In a story spanning five years, Rayne must stop a madman bent on using occult relics to bring about a new age of domination for the Third Reich.

Why similar: Vampires 76.9% ★, Hack and Slash 10.2%, Gothic 4.9% ★, Action 4.8%, Adventure 1.8%

In the second part of the unfolding saga that could also be enjoyed independently, you can explore new corners of this unique world and experience the mix of old-school gothic and mad science, with more action, powerful foes and plenty of stunning places to visit.

Why similar: Vampires 59.3% ★, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Action 7.6%, Adventure 6.4%, Gothic 5.9% ★

Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Action 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Adventure 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%

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: Metroidvania 53.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Action 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Adventure 7.1%

Arise from the dead as the 'Cursed King' in an enthralling action platformer. Wield the chains that once imprisoned you to vanquish foes and traverse your fallen kingdom. Uncover hidden areas, strategically level up, and reclaim your throne by banishing colossal bosses!

Why similar: Vampires 52% ★, Metroidvania 19.6%, Platformer 9.3%, Action 5.5%, Adventure 5.5%

Dracula: Origin reveals the dark origins of the Dracula curse. Step into the shoes of the famous Professor Van Helsing and experience a thrilling journey that will take you from London to Egypt, Austria and through Carpathian Europe right into the terrifying lair of the Dark Prince.

Why similar: Vampires 93.2% ★, Adventure 5.4%, 2.5D 1.4%

BloodRayne is a dhampir, born from the unnatural union of vampire and human. Blessed with the powers of a vampire but cursed with the thirst for blood and a weakness to sunlight, Rayne is challenged with her most personal battle yet as she hunts down her siblings.

Why similar: Vampires 87.9% ★, Action 6.5%, Hack and Slash 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%

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 39.3%, Platformer 18.2%, Action 12.3%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Adventure 5.6%

DARK is a unique stealth-action game with RPG elements in which you take on the role of the ultimate hunter: a vampire. Ambush your enemies from the shadows, roam the darkness and use powerful vampire skills to dispatch your opponents.

Why similar: Vampires 87.9% ★, Action 4%, Adventure 3.1%, Fantasy 2%, Dark 1.2%

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 46%, Platformer 17.4%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action 7.3%, Adventure 6.3%

The Queen of Vampires emerges from the ashes of history, seeking to destroy the world of humans and rule over its ruins! No one, human or vampire, will stand in her way!Count Dracula awakens, weakened and stripped of his powers after years of healing from his last battle with Dr. Van Helsing.

Why similar: Vampires 84.2% ★, Gothic 8% ★, Adventure 2.8%, Fantasy 1.9%, Atmospheric 1.3%

Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.2%, Platformer 16.3%, Adventure 11.3%, Action 8.5%, 2D 4.3%

A dark fantasy RPG dungeon crawler, with challenging real-time tactical combat, a wide variety of spells, and a dark and brooding dungeon full of lethal enemies, sadistic traps, and mind-bending puzzles.

Why similar: Vampires 68.1% ★, Hack and Slash 6.2%, Action 5.5%, Dark Fantasy 5.2%, Adventure 5.2%

Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Platformer 12.2%, 2.5D 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.8%

Embark on an adventure in a gothic-noir world, where mad science threatens the peace between monsters and mortals. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut is definitive edition of the trilogy with six playable classes and a new endgame mode with a huge variety of open missions!

Why similar: Vampires 65.6% ★, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Gothic 6% ★, Adventure 5.2%, Action 4.9%

Put on your wide-brimmed hat, grab your weapons and embark on an incredible adventure in the gothic-noir world of Borgovia, where mad science threatens the fragile peace between monster and mortal.

Why similar: Vampires 52.5% ★, Hack and Slash 22.7%, Action 6.9%, Gothic 6.1% ★, Adventure 5.9%

A companion game to Batman: Arkham Origins, players can continue the storyline of the console version and discover more details of the Dark Knight’s past.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Action 19%, 2.5D 18.6%, Platformer 12.7%, Adventure 12.1%

A vast world awaits in the medieval, dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen. As a fabled Dark Crusader, embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. The final major update Version 2.5 is out now: features deadlier boss battles and all-new Veteran Mode.

Why similar: Action 29%, Adventure 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 25.2%, Fantasy 14.1%, Singleplayer 6.4%

The original video game femme fatale, Rayne, has returned to battle and feed in a brand new hack ‘n slash adventure. Slay ghastly enemies as Rayne, the sexy dhampir with superhuman strength, speed, and agility, recruited by the vampire hunting Brimstone Society for one last mission.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.8%, Platformer 23.9%, Action 23.6%, Side Scroller 6.6%, 2D 4.7%

Bite into Romancelvania, a darkly comic genre mashup, combining side-scrolling action and tongue-in-cheek romance into one completely absurd and unforgettable adventure.

Why similar: Vampires 59.7% ★, Metroidvania 11.2%, Hack and Slash 6.2%, Gothic 5.8% ★, Platformer 4.8%

Bloodlust 2: Nemesis is a "Hack 'n Slash - Dungeon Crawling - Action RPG" experience that will allow players to explore the dark underworld of a forgotten society of Vampires and their disciplines, all while trying to solve the secrets to their bloodline's scientifically enhanced monstrous power.

Why similar: Vampires 87.8% ★, Hack and Slash 6.9%, Action 5.3%