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Games Like Chronicles of Teddy

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include 2D, Action, Indie, Pixel Graphics.

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Chronicles of Teddy : Harmony of Exidus is a 2D Adventure / Action game with a Pixel Art Retro finish. Help Tarant in a quest, in which you will have to fight, use your sense of direction and hearing to accomplish your mission.

Reviews: Mixed — 69% — of 333 reviews
Released: 2015-04-02
Developer: Storybird
Publisher: LookAtMyGame
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 3.2 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.8 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 88%

Overview

Chronicles of Teddy is a charming, retro-inspired Metroidvania that stands out for its unique sound-based interaction mechanics and classic pixel-art aesthetic. These recommendations focus on titles that capture that same sense of nostalgic exploration, tight 2D platforming, and rewarding action-adventure gameplay found in the original.

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Platformer 8.3%, Action 5.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a strong female protagonist and high-quality pixel art that mirrors the narrative-driven exploration of the seed game.

  2. #2 Alwa's Awakening
    96% matchVery Positive80% of 923 reviews2017
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.8%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Retro 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Captures the authentic 8-bit retro aesthetic and puzzle-platforming focus that defines the experience of Chronicles of Teddy.

  3. #3 Phoenotopia: Awakening
    96% matchVery Positive83% of 2,820 reviews2021
    Dev: Cape Cosmic
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 7%, Female Protagonist 7%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, exploration-heavy adventure that feels like a modern evolution of classic 8-bit action-RPGs.

  4. #4 Gato Roboto
    95% matchVery Positive94% of 5,104 reviews2019
    Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Platformer 8.8%, Action 5.8%, Indie 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A tight, focused Metroidvania that excels in retro-style pixel art and satisfying combat mechanics.

  5. #5 9 Years of Shadows
    94% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,183 reviews2023
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    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    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 44.7%, Platformer 12.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Action RPG 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Shares the musical and sound-based thematic elements while delivering a high-quality Metroidvania experience.

  6. #6 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
    93% matchVery Positive93% of 7,299 reviews2021
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    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 39.5%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Platformer 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, RPG 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Features fluid combat and beautiful pixel art that aligns perfectly with the aesthetic and gameplay loop of the seed game.

  7. #7 Valdis Story: Abyssal City
    94% matchVery Positive84% of 2,713 reviews2013
    Dev: Endlessfluff Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 64.4%, Platformer 10.5%, RPG 7.4%, Action 5.1%, Female Protagonist 3.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic Metroidvania that emphasizes character progression and challenging action-platforming.

  8. #8 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
    92% matchVery Positive93% of 11,708 reviews2016
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
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    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a polished 2D action-adventure experience with a female lead and a dark, atmospheric pixel-art world.

  9. #9 Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition
    91% matchVery Positive81% of 1,257 reviews2018
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Action 9.4%, Indie 8%

    Why You'll Like It: Introduces unique movement mechanics within a beautiful pixel-art world that rewards curiosity and exploration.

  10. #10 Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 768 reviews2017
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    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Explore a huge open game world in classic action-adventure fashion! Prove your worth by fighting through monster-infested dungeons to save the Kingdom of Blossom!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Retro 16.5%, Action-Adventure 10%, Action 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-adventure game that perfectly replicates the feel of classic retro questing.

  11. #11 Transiruby
    89% matchVery Positive92% of 302 reviews2021
    Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
    Windows

    Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Platformer 8.7%, Action 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines 2D platforming with action-adventure elements in a vibrant, pixelated world.

  12. #12 Elliot Quest
    90% matchMostly Positive73% of 190 reviews2014
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    Windows
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    Elliot Quest is an adventure/RPG where players explore the mysterious Urele island in search of an ancient demon. With 5 dungeons to conquer, 16 bosses to defeat, and countless treasures to discover and hidden areas. Well-balanced gameplay easy to pick up but challenging to master.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.3%, RPG 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Platformer 8.3%, Action 7.8%

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    Windows
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    Windows
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  17. #17 Environmental Station Alpha
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Why similar: Metroidvania 59.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Platformer 10.1%, Adventure 4.5%, Action 4.1%

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Why similar: Metroidvania 56.2%, Platformer 8.5%, Action 8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Adventure 6.7%

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    Windows

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    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Platformer 19.5%, Action 7.7%, Adventure 7.2%, Retro 6.5%

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  31. #31 Axiom Verge
    78% matchVery Positive90% of 6,505 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
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    78% matchVery Positive81% of 553 reviews2016
    Dev: VDO Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%

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    70% matchVery Positive96% of 258 reviews2025
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    74% matchVery Positive95% of 421 reviews2017
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    75% matchVery Positive82% of 1,000 reviews2013
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    74% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
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    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Action 8.5%, Adventure 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6.4%

  48. #48 Pixel Devil and the Broken Cartridge
    72% matchMixed61% of 110 reviews2019
    Dev: Level Evil
    Windows

    Classic platformer in the style of Pixel-art. The main character goes to the world of 8-bit games to save his girlfriend. Help him to find new abilities and find out who is behind the abduction of the girl.

    Why similar: Action 37.1%, Adventure 32.4%, Indie 30.5%

  49. #49 The Mummy Demastered
    71% matchMostly Positive75% of 911 reviews2017
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 59.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action 8.7%, Adventure 6.6%, Platformer 6.3%

  50. #50 Piko Piko
    71% matchMixed60% of 135 reviews2022
    Dev: MarquetPub: KOMODO
    Windows

    Take control of Piko, our hammer wielding heroine, as you bash things up with a big hammer in this cute Anime-styled 2D metroidvania-inspired adventure! Uncover mysteries! Beat the bad guys who do naughty things! Explore the Piko Piko world with her floof fox friend!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, RPG 5%

  51. #51 Ageless
    71% matchMixed55% of 404 reviews2020
    Dev: One More Dream StudiosPub: Team17 Digital Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Ageless is a story driven puzzle platformer where you must alter the age of animals and plant life around you to progress. Play as Kiara, a young girl who braves through heartache and loss as she journeys across a mysterious world to discovers its secrets and herself.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Adventure 8.7%

  52. #52 Jubilee
    69% matchVery Positive96% of 103 reviews2021
    Dev: finalbossblues
    Windows

    Challenging precision platformer based on tight, fluid movement. Open map layout with multiple routes. Collect gems and save animals.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, Platformer 16.1%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Action 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  53. #53 Shiro
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 523 reviews2020
    Dev: Game Dynasty
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Shiro is an adventure platformer in which you have to find your missing sister

    Why similar: Platformer 26.2%, Action 16.6%, Adventure 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

  54. #54 Vigorus
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 93 reviews2022
    Dev: HagiciansPub: MAGIC Spell Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Vigorus is a visually stunning rhythm platformer, a musical adventure into a bizarre world, with a talking frog puppet as your guide. While playing, become our girl Vigorus, retrieve the memory once was lost, and help your little companion to save the world from monsters.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 64.4%, 2D 12.4%, Indie 9.3%, RPG 7.7%, Adventure 5.1%

  55. #55 Milli & Greg
    68% matchVery Positive94% of 69 reviews2021
    Dev: 2ndBoss
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Help Milli to find Greg in this challenging platform game.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.1%, Platformer 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Retro 8.6%, Action 8%

  56. #56 SAOMI
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 75 reviews2022
    Dev: Naoka StudioPub: Naoka Games
    Windows

    Saomi is a little adventurer who likes challenges and exploring new places. In this adventure, Saomi sets out in search of a very rare diamond that was lost in an old family treasure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Female Protagonist 14%, Platformer 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 6.5%

  57. #57 The Vagrant
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 8,587 reviews2018
    Dev: O.T.K GamesPub: Thermite Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Female Protagonist 29%, RPG 8.9%, Action 6.7%, 2D 4.5%

  58. #58 Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 4,458 reviews2018
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Retro 8.3%

  59. #59 Viola: The Heroine's Melody
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 85 reviews2021
    Dev: Jelle van Doorne
    Windows

    Viola: The Heroine's Melody is the musical Platformer/RPG! After failing at violin practice for the hundredth time, Viola becomes trapped inside her instrument's fantastical world. Join her adventure to find her way back home, aided by the diverse ensemble of friends she meets along the way.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 34.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Platformer 15.1%, Action 10%, RPG 9.7%

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