- #1 Morkull Ragast's Rage
96% 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 23%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Cartoon 10.3%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #2 Dream Knights
97% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: D Sharp Games
Windows
Dive into colourful and surreal dreamscapes in a traditional 2D side-scrolling platformer. Master different skills to help you traverse and battle your way through a horde of strange enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Psychedelic 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Cartoon 11.5%
- #3 Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia
96% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Team Quantum Games
Windows
Clarity is a 2D side scrolling platforming adventure. Choose to face seven demons and acquire their demon sword and demon magic. Each sword and spell, has an elemental strength against a corresponding demon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Side Scroller 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Cartoon 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.6%
- #4 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons Remake
94% matchVery Positive95% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: Adventure Islands
Windows
Guide Timmy the little treasure hunter through traps and puzzles to reach the legendary treasure! Experience the classic mini metroidvania remade with new visuals, music, and content!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Cartoon 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #5 Drilly Willis
95% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Private Pook Games
Windows · Linux
Drilly Willis has a drill for a head and mad guitar skills. Save music for eternity by fighting your enemies with a one-of-a-kind drillhead weapon, jam songs on your guitar to grant special powers and abilities, and explore an interconnected world of bizarre creatures!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Psychedelic 19.4%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Nonlinear 7.3%, 2D Platformer 7%
- #6 OctoQuest
94% matchPositive92% of 26 reviews2021
Dev: Your Infamous HarpPub: Your Infamous
Windows · Mac
Your Infamous Harp presents OctoQuest, a mash-up of your favorite retro NES games. Play as a highly evolved octopus on an eight-fold quest to retrieve extraterrestrial mushrooms from subterranean caves. Experience a cerebral journey through the ruins of mankind set to a bass-heavy soundtrack.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Psychedelic 21%, Dystopian 11%, Side Scroller 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #7 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
93% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: SpoonweaverPub: Spoonweaver Studios
Windows
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Side Scroller 11.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #8 Blast Brigade vs. the Evil Legion of Dr. Cread
92% matchVery Positive89% of 325 reviews2022
Dev: MY.GAMESPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Cartoon 14.6%, Side Scroller 10.2%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Platformer 8.5%
- #9 Omega Mouse Zero
91% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: OMEGABYTE
Windows
Discover the Omega-Verse, a captivating multiverse crafted by a dedicated solo developer. Omega Mouse Zero introduces innovative 2.5D Metroid-Vania platforming and exploration. Dive into hidden depths, uncover secrets, and immerse yourself in thrilling action as you explore this vibrant realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Cartoon 12%, Dystopian 11.7%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
- #10 Axiom Verge 2
90% matchMostly Positive79% of 907 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Platformer 9.6%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #11 Jumper Jon
89% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Ogre Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jumper Jon is a 30-second metroidvania-style platforming adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Action-Adventure 11%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 9.4%
- #12 KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT
88% matchVery Positive96% of 170 reviews2024
Dev: KamotachiPub: Mameshiba Games
Windows
Join KinnikuNeko, a cat with a bodybuilder's body, in this fun 2D platformer and fight against the mysterious alien invasion. A story full of goofy humor, friendship, drama and action. Its aesthetics are a love letter to 90s anime along with an unforgettable soundtrack.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Comic Book 10.1%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #13 Mr. Hibbl
89% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: ThiGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jump, dodge, collect! There is a lot of action waiting for you in this entertaining platformer!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Cartoon 12.3%, Platformer 11.3%
- #14 Adventurous Slime
87% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A mini metroidvania game about a small but very courageous slime going on an adventure, featuring colorful pixelated visuals and chiptune songs.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Side Scroller 15.8%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #15 Akita: King Pig Thinks Pink
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Karuma Games
Windows
Akita: King Pig Thinks Pink is a 2D adventure-platformer metroidvania with hand-drawn animations, for 1-2 player local co-op.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Fantasy 6.9%
- #16 The Elderseed
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Talebound Games
Windows
Embark on an epic action adventure by unraveling the mystery of the Elder Seed and save the world from falling into chaos. Journey with Milo through colorful handcrafted lands, forests, caves and dungeons. Forge new weapons and encounter strange creatures who will help you throughout your journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Platformer 10.5%
- #17 The Smoke
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vino VenitasPub: Eternally Forward Games
Windows
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Side Scroller 14.2%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Platformer 9.6%
- #18 Honor Mice
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Torerit Studios
Windows
Dash, slash, and shoot through handcrafted levels across vibrant worlds in a fast-paced action platformer! Stop the forces of evil from stealing your mysterious lunch and uncover the destiny that awaits you!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Side Scroller 19.5%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #19 Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom
84% matchVery Positive89% of 2,575 reviews2019
Dev: Game AtelierPub: FDG Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Platformer 11.2%, Cartoon 8.6%, Adventure 6.6%
- #20 Spirit Fusion
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Adventure 8.1%
- #21 Stoatman
81% 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 38.2%, Platformer 11.2%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Fantasy 7.7%, 2D Platformer 6.8%
- #22 Ubirajara
83% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: WandersonPub: Grupo ODS
Windows
Come discover a world full of Brazilian cultural personalities, with several exclusive powers to be used strategically, play win and try to be the best by entering the world rank!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Action-Adventure 13%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.5%, Adventure 8.7%
- #23 Sect-Machina
81% matchMixed60% of 300 reviews2023
Dev: Skelecrew Games
Windows
Sect-Machina is a fluid, atmospheric bug-themed metroidvania rendered in a vibrant 2D pixelated style, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in its combat, characters, environments, sound, and story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Side Scroller 13.6%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Dystopian 10.3%
- #24 Prehistoric Dude
82% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2020
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A retro style mini metroidvania game about a caveman who loves ham!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Platformer 8.6%
- #25 Broken Hero: Slime Tower
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Green Tale Studios
Windows
Explore a non-linear tower filled with secrets in a pixel-art Metroidvania. Awaken as a slime, master elemental powers, and progress as each new ability reveals previously impossible paths, leading you to discover your true purpose.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Nonlinear 8.2%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #26 Stomp and the Sword of Miracles
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frogteam Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Meet a charming cast of little creatures and save the world from a mischievous god in this character-driven metroidvania! Explore a world full of lost secrets, make new friends, and use strange creatures to your advantage to reach new heights!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Cartoon 13.2%, Platformer 9.3%, Funny 7.2%
- #27 Stickman's Bad Luck
79% 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 39.2%, Side Scroller 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Funny 8.9%, Story Rich 8.6%
- #28 Dormiveglia
78% 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 31.4%, Side Scroller 18.1%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 10%, Nonlinear 9.4%
- #29 Arishia Tale
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AchuGamesStudio
Windows
Immerse yourself in an exciting anime-style metroidvania, where each skill unlocks new areas and secrets on the vast map. Face powerful bosses, acquire unique abilities, and uncover hidden mysteries in this ever-evolving world, all with traditional anime-inspired animation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Cartoon 6%
- #30 The Busker
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kevin Sullivan
Windows
Explore a dystopian urban landscape in a non-linear, hand drawn, Metroidvania. Smash your enemies with your guitar and discover upgrades like efx pedals to customize your play through.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Dystopian 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Cartoon 11.5%, Nonlinear 9.5%
- #31 Clean Energy Creatures
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Clean Energy Fun
Windows
Clean Energy Creatures is an action packed platformer about cute, disc-golf loving, alien creatures summoned to earth to install solar panels, battle the Coal Chunk Chuckers and survive the impacts of climate disasters along the way.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Platformer 10.1%
- #32 FrogeON
76% 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 25.3%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Platformer 9.5%
- #33 Keena The Voidslayer
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crowning Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2-D action adventure platformer where you can absorb and manipulate things with your friend Moku. You can use different abilities to explore and interact with the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Side Scroller 14.5%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
- #34 Iron Diamond
75% 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 32.6%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Nonlinear 10%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Platformer 6.9%
- #35 Restless Lands
75% 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 30.2%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D Platformer 8.7%
- #36 Caesura
74% 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 36.8%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #37 The Forbidden Forest
74% 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 38.7%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Nonlinear 8.5%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #38 Sarah's Great Adventure
73% 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 25.6%, Side Scroller 13%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Cartoon 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #39 Islets
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,209 reviews2022
Dev: Kyle ThompsonPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Platformer 11.1%, Story Rich 8.8%, Fantasy 7.4%, Side Scroller 6%
- #40 Rated Mutant
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Malachite Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Slash and Blast through a subterranean laboratory to rescue your father from the evil 'V'. Explore treacherous paths, gruesome monsters and uncover secrets all while mastering unique weapons, in this action packed, death defying Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Dystopian 9.4%
- #41 Witchcrafty
73% matchMixed57% of 79 reviews2022
Dev: PigeonDev
Windows
Witchcrafty is a metroidvania platformer with magical action gameplay, exploration of a weird world, and adorable pixel art graphics. Help the little witch solve the mystery of strange events in the Kingdom, and defeat enemies with fire, lightning, and ice magic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, 2D Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Platformer 8.5%
- #42 Bread Adventure
70% 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 40.6%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Platformer 12.1%, Fantasy 6.8%
- #43 Transiruby
72% matchVery Positive92% of 290 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 39.9%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Platformer 7.3%
- #44 Reso-Seeker
71% 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 37%, Side Scroller 13.7%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Platformer 5.6%
- #45 Gnomad
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JollyWare
Windows
Gnomad is an offbeat, hand-drawn, bouncing-ball platformer. Play as a gnome exploring a whimsical, sunken forest while engaging in fast-paced combat by spiking, ricocheting, and redirecting oddball enemies and bouncy projectiles. Chain together pogo bounces with volley attacks for unique combos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Cartoon 14.5%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Funny 7.5%
- #46 Cloud Seeker
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagniFish Studios
Windows
Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Action-Adventure 14.9%, Platformer 12.8%, Adventure 6.4%
- #47 Torii: Beyond The Gates
70% 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 40.1%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Story Rich 4.8%
- #48 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ongar Studio
Windows
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Cartoon 12.4%, Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #49 Goo Keeper
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Oria Games Inc.
Windows
Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 9.8%, Side Scroller 9%
- #50 Lamp Chronicle
70% 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 26.1%, Side Scroller 14.9%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #51 The Adventures of Panzer 2
69% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Pixelcraft Games
Windows
Set approximately 1 year after the events of the first game, Panzer returns to his role as Raid Leader of the Zergadins. The old team has been "recruited", an all-new state-of-the-art headquarters built, and a world of adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Platformer 12.5%, Adventure 8.5%
- #52 PARRYMAN
67% matchMixed62% of 99 reviews2025
Dev: KIWICORN
Windows
'Parryman' is a hardcore action game where you fight using only the counterattack skill of parrying. Put your parrying skills to the test with 'Parryman'.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Cartoon 14.5%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Platformer 11.5%
- #53 Runnyk
68% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2022
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A 2D mini action RPG about Runnyk, a viking who goes on a journey for the Four Magical Runes to find a way to save his beloved.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Side Scroller 15%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Platformer 9.9%
- #54 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 33.3%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 9.6%, Fantasy 6.9%, Hand-drawn 6.7%
- #55 Bony Odyssey
66% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Anatoly Konstantinov
Windows
A fast-paced skelly platformer packed with action and endless challenges! 💀 Are you ready for an adventure that never slows down?
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Cartoon 14.7%, Platformer 12.8%
- #56 Blue Rabbit, Black Future
66% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: dakenite
Windows
A thrilling 2D platformer, with cute and minimal pixel art style! Enjoy 24 challenging levels and a couple boss battles, all wrapped in a short but intense story with animated cinematics. A compact and intense experience that’s sure to keep you hooked!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Platformer 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Adventure 9.3%
- #57 Little Nemo The Clown
68% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Infiniti Sound Imagery StudiosPub: Gilles Villeneuve Pictures
Windows
Little Nemo The Clown is a 2D Open World game inspired by good Metroidvania titles. Talk, Run, Fly, Explore. Find secret passages and characters and discover a Fantasy World full of Magic and Color. Little Nemo is a modern Maze Runner Adventure. Can you find the Clown before your Time runs out?
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Side Scroller 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Cartoon 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #58 Witchfall: Secrets of Emotica
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BaconFish GamesPub: Top Hat Curios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Welcome to the world of Witchfall, a magical land filled with adventure! Play as five adorable critters: Koemi, Rez, Maya, Sloberg or Envel as they embark on a perilous journey to stop the evil Professor Flitz from stealing the mysterious Emotica Shards.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, 2D Platformer 12%, Comic Book 11.7%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #59 Beaked Buccaneer
66% 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 29.6%, Side Scroller 16.8%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Platformer 9.6%