Games Like Celestial Lumina

Explore a silent, crumbling world in Silent Santicado! A retro journey through a fallen kingdom tainted by lost magic. Explore overgrown ruins, encounter a cast of peculiar characters, and defeat a menagerie of twisted enemies as you search for the source of Santicado's curse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Nonlinear 10.7%, 2D Platformer 6.6%

CINCILLA es una aventura metroidvania 2D de fantasía oscura con temática pixel art. Explora un misterioso pueblo con más de 50 niveles interconectados y descubre los misterios que se ocultan entre los Hilos y la Superficie.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 23%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Dystopian 8.1%

Revenge against the forces of good! That is the goal of the dark elf Belphora, who wants to avenge the death of her father. Explore the beautiful pixel art world, find items to improve yourself and fight various enemies in this Metroidvania-like game. Fight for glory and revenge!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 7.5%

Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 24.8%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

DreamKiller is a 2D side-scrolling action game that combines strategy cards with intense combat. Control Irene as she navigates a world where dreams and reality merge, piecing together the shattered Dream Interpretation Codex. Use card-switching to unleash powerful skills in a Souls-like challenge.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 21%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, 2D Platformer 8.1%

As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.5%, Metroidvania 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Lore-Rich 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.2%

Explore an ancient world in The Malice Kingdom. Travel the rich and diverse landscape filled with ancient ruins, foreboding forests, and haunting mansions. Discover powerful weapons, befriend Whimsical characters, and uncover the dormant secret within the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 20.8%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Platformer 9.1%

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 27.9%, Souls-like 24.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Platformer 8%

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 33.5%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Nonlinear 11.6%, Lore-Rich 10%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.7%, Metroidvania 28.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, 2D Platformer 6.2%, Platformer 5.6%

In Mother ZERO, a cyberpunk action-adventure game, fight your way through a decaying world full of mysteries and threats. Explore deep underground bunkers, battle corrupted creatures, and encounter bizarre characters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Souls-like 21.9%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Nonlinear 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 26%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, 2D Platformer 7.8%, Action-Adventure 5.5%

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 27.6%, Nonlinear 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12%, Souls-like 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%

Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Souls-like 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 7.4%

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 27.8%, Souls-like 24.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Platformer 6.4%

Awaken to a realm where dreams and reality blur beyond recognition. As the Awakened One, you must traverse a haunting world of nightmares and fragmented memories, where nothing is certain and every shadow hides unspeakable truths. Traverse the Dream revealing the nature of existence itself.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 22.4%, Lore-Rich 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

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: Souls-like 23.4%, Metroidvania 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

Unmask the secrets of a fractured utopia in "Tenebra,"a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where baroque excess meets technology. Collect ornate masks to unlock mysterious powers, solve intricate puzzles, and battle through a world that's equal parts Versailles and Dark Souls.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Souls-like 18.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Nonlinear 7.6%, Dystopian 7.1%

HALLOW BLADE is a dark fantasy action adventure set in a vast interconnected subterranean kingdom where you form an unbreakable bond with an ancient possessed sword hungry for souls and vengeance.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 16.7%, Nonlinear 8.8%, Atmospheric 5.9%

Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 21.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Lore-Rich 10.5%, Platformer 7.9%

An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.9%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

Embark yourself on an adventure through the Marble Palace and uncover the plentiful secrets it hides! Explore magnificent views and fight through the hostile halls of the palace, all while making use of the innovative plane change mechanics!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 21.4%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Lore-Rich 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%

2D-Action-Platformer with terrain transformation. Place tiles to reach new heights, block incoming projectiles, or hide yourself from the enemy. All abilities/weapons acquired are equipped at all times. Stand still and hold fire for a laser beam, move and fire for a bubble, move and hold to roll…

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 21.3%, Nonlinear 13%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 7.7%

Experience the emotional life of a zombie with his butt stuck in a microwave. It's a 2D platformer with critical thinking based combat where each different enemy feels like a puzzle to solve instead of relying on brute hack & slash tactics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 21.6%, Nonlinear 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Platformer 7.2%

Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 26.6%, Platformer 9.1%, Nonlinear 6%, Dark Fantasy 4.9%

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 26%, Souls-like 23.1%, Nonlinear 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Platformer 8%

A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Lore-Rich 9.2%

You are a small bird traveling through 7 valleys to find the Simurgh and bring life back to your village.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Souls-like 25.3%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Nonlinear 10.7%, Platformer 7.5%

Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Souls-like 28.8%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 4.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

Forge your destiny in CowardCastle! Play as Frida, a young witch and her living hat, facing cursed creatures in a dark castle. Explore striking areas in search of a way out and fight your own way in this challenging retro 2D action game!

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Souls-like 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 10.5%

A dark metroidvania with RPG elements, "Undivine" challenges you to explore, battle, and uncover secrets in a desolate, interconnected world. Customize your abilities, wield unique weapons, and delve into deep lore filled with mystery.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 22.3%, 2D Platformer 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Platformer 7.6%

SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Souls-like 26.9%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 9.4%, Atmospheric 4.4%

Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Souls-like 19.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Lore-Rich 7.9%, Platformer 6.1%

Dive into a NES-inspired Action-Platformer with Metroidvania elements. Play as an Illuminati henchman battling fearsome bosses and unearthing secrets in an ancient castle. Fulfill your duty… but are you the architect of your fate—or just a pawn in a game someone else is playing?

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Souls-like 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 7.9%

The Song of Awakening is a 2D action-platformer where you play as a bard with the power to create magic through music. Explore a world once ruled by the Lyramancers, wielders of music-magic, who were extinguished by a mad king. Defeat the malevolent god of silence and restore harmony to the world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 24.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Nonlinear 8.1%, 2D Platformer 7.6%

Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Souls-like 26.7%, Lore-Rich 13.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%

Lightwood is an immersive semi-open world Metroidvania. Master your skills and fight magnificent Lords as you unravel the ancient mysteries behind the kingdom's decay.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Souls-like 27.2%, Nonlinear 16.1%, Action-Adventure 5%, Story Rich 3.5%

Embark on a thrilling journey of self-discovery in a world where magic reigns and humanity has crumbled, as you traverse through challenging environments and uncover the truth behind your lost memories in this dynamic metroidvania game.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Souls-like 21%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Nonlinear 9.4%, Platformer 7.2%

Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Souls-like 29.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Atmospheric 4.9%, Adventure 4.6%

A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 27.2%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Atmospheric 6.6%, Platformer 6.1%

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Nonlinear 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Lore-Rich 9.5%

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 28.4%, Souls-like 23.1%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 6.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%

Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 19.3%, Nonlinear 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.3%

The lighthouse has gone dark! You awake as Mothboy, last in a long line of lightkeepers summoned when something goes wrong. In this action packed adventure you climb, fight and explore the depths of Cliff Kingdom searching for the lost light.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Souls-like 26.9%, Nonlinear 10.2%, Platformer 8.2%, Exploration 3.8%

Embark on a delirious journey in this metroidvania set on a pirate island where all the characters are sea animals.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Souls-like 26.8%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Platformer 6.4%

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

Why similar: Souls-like 40.9%, Metroidvania 27.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Platformer 4.4%

FIGHT or KILL your way thru a world under attack by THE EVIL SKELETON ARMY—Episodic 2D+ Super Action Platforminger Adventurevania—The Most Indie Game Ever Made—

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Souls-like 25.5%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%

Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!

Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Souls-like 18%, Lore-Rich 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 11%, 2D Platformer 9.4%

Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Souls-like 31.1%, Platformer 12.5%, Nonlinear 7.6%, Action 3.5%

Can you keep going when all hope is lost? Isadora's Edge is a 2D Metroidvania with a unique future fantasy setting. Explore an alien world, battle against the corrupted forces bringing it to the edge of destruction, and uncover the secrets behind its impending demise!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 16.7%, Lore-Rich 11.9%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 8.4%

A tough exploration-based platformer with souls-like elements.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 22.6%, Lore-Rich 9.2%, Platformer 8.7%, Dystopian 7.4%

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 21.7%, Souls-like 20.4%, Nonlinear 8.9%, Lore-Rich 8.7%, 2D Platformer 8.4%

Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 25.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Platformer 9.2%, Atmospheric 5.8%

"Children of the Birch" is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the mythology of various Slavic peoples and combining a sophisticated platformer with a depressing narrative.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 27%, Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Atmospheric 5%

Signiverux is a Metroidvania-inspired action adventure with fluid gameplay and detailed graphics. Explore the depths of a mysterious castle in search for a way back home, enjoy fast ability progressions, search for powerful magic upgrades and grow your character by expanding the skill tree.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 19.9%, Nonlinear 13%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Platformer 7.2%

Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 28.1%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Dark Fantasy 7%

Battle Witch is a bullet hell metroidvania where you shoot, dodge, and fly using powerful spells. Explore the ruins of a mana-infested mining town, left in chaos after a catastrophic magical incident. Master your magic, conquer the chaos, and uncover the secrets buried beneath the rubble.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Souls-like 14.7%, Nonlinear 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.4%

You awaken on the Altar inside the Life Cathedral. Life Blood is a first-person, Kingsfield-like action adventure game with a focus on exploration. Travel the interconnected world with fast-paced, reaction-based combat and discover the secrets within the heart of the mountain.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.8%, Metroidvania 21.8%, Nonlinear 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Lore-Rich 11.3%

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 24.8%, Souls-like 23%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 8.2%

A 2D platformer metroidvania. Discover a strange place where everyone was turned into a tiny stone. Fight difficult bosses, explore an interconnected world, and piece together the chaotic history of people who suddenly lost their humanity (or not?).

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, Nonlinear 11.6%, Platformer 10.3%