- #1 Voxquest: The Firebird
97% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: LierinwaitPub: Lierinwait Games
Windows
An open world fantasy adventure in a voxel art style! Explore a massive, continuous overworld with puzzles, upgrades, a variety of weapon aspects and six dungeons. Play with keyboard or XBOX-style controller.
Why similar: Voxel 47.6% ★, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Action RPG 12%, RPG 9.7%, Adventure 7.7%
- #2 Horn of Balance
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Martijn den Hollander
Windows
Explore an intricate new world of secrets and adventure. Features solid 2D Zelda-like gameplay, 12 vast non-linear dungeons and a wholesome story about the young golem Linden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Action RPG 18.8%, Nonlinear 11%, Action-Adventure 10%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #3 Twell
96% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Lucas RobPub: Lucas Rob Holding B.V.
Windows
This adventure is about you waking up in this world named Twell. The only thing you can do now is explore what this world has to offer. Explore 8 unique dungeons, discover many secrets and visit many locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, RPG 14.7%, Action RPG 13.9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Adventure 8.3%
- #4 Teratale: Tide of Wishes
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ManafishGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Travel with your mysterious partner Tupa, fight powerful monsters, discover treasures and secrets scattered around the world, and uncover the truth of the world, Tupa and yourself with the help of the tide of wishes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Action RPG 20.4%, RPG 15.6%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Action 8.8%
- #5 Lost Call
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Skurry
Windows
Lost Call is a top down pixel art 2D Zelda inspired game with a metroidvania style map. Take off on a quest through an abandoned and ruined town to stop your phone from ringing all the time, and learn more about the characters who still remain within it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Action RPG 21%, Nonlinear 13.9%, Adventure 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #6 Scales
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MichaelDamianPub: Independent Developer
Windows
Scales is a story-driven action-adventure RPG about a human-reptile hybrid. Players devour reptiles to absorb their DNA, and evolve through a corrupt world, where player choices ultimately determine the outcome of the story, blending combat with a darkly comedic narrative.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Action RPG 22.2%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Top-Down 7.7%, RPG 7.4%
- #7 Blessing Part I
93% 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 42.9%, Action RPG 19.6%, RPG 12.6%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Action 5.3%
- #8 Arrow Hood
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Insane Squad Games
Windows
Unleash your destiny in a medieval fantasy open world realm. Battle through fierce foes in this top-down action-adventure with metroidvania elements. Be part of the rise of the Kingdom!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Action RPG 15%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, RPG 10.9%, Colorful 7.3%
- #9 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
91% 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 39.2%, Action RPG 18.7%, RPG 12%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Adventure 8.7%
- #10 Lovanium - The Rising Suns
91% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Poser Games
Windows
Find a way to escape Lovanium before it's too late. Extract resources, trade them, confront the wildest and most dangerous enemies, and fully harness the power of the suns. Are you up for it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Action RPG 14.6%, RPG 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Story Rich 6.8%
- #11 Legend of a Soul Hunter
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Micha Schmid
Windows
Legend of a Soul Hunter is an action-adventure game with RPG elements. Explore islands and many individual dungeons by ship. Get items with different abilities, defeat monsters and become a successful soul hunter!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Action RPG 20.6%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, RPG 6.8%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #12 Ravenlok: Legendary Edition
89% matchPositive95% of 38 reviews2025
Dev: Cococucumber
Windows
Embark on an enchanting journey in Ravenlok, an action-packed fairytale adventure about a young heroine destined to fulfill a perilous prophecy.
Why similar: Voxel 30.4% ★, Action RPG 17.3%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Action 10%, Adventure 9.3%
- #13 Spirit Quest
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Avalon Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a quest to unlock the secrets of the Spirit World. Challenge mysterious ruins and face intimidating bosses to gain new powers that will aid your exploration in this retro top-down action/adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Procedural Generation 12.9%, Nonlinear 12.6%, Action RPG 9.3%, Top-Down 8.5%
- #14 Lost Boy : Lost Island
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: GulfPearl
Windows
Boy lost in island and need to look for anyone alive and his mother and need to survive.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Action RPG 24.1%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Action 10.2%, Adventure 9.3%
- #15 Torii: Beyond The Gates
87% 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 45.6%, Action RPG 17.8%, RPG 11.5%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Action 4.7%
- #16 Power (of) Metal
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Action RPG 21.1%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, RPG 11.9%, Action 6.2%
- #17 Dreamdawn
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Custodio Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore surreal landscapes where dreams and reality intertwine. Battle manifestations of fear, uncover the secrets of an interconnected world, and awaken the truth buried within a fading mind in Dreamdawn, a mysterious top-down action-adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Action RPG 21.6%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, RPG 8.3%, Colorful 5.9%
- #18 Frogmonster
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 559 reviews2024
Dev: Ben Jungwirth
Windows
Discover some of the most charming and challenging soulslike bosses in Frogmonster, a Metroidvania FPS adventure where you explore a lively world filled with creatures, bugs, and beasts.
Why similar: Voxel 33.8% ★, Metroidvania 30.7%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Nonlinear 6.7%, Fantasy 4.9%
- #19 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, Action RPG 21.4%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, RPG 10.6%, Action 6.4%
- #20 The Doomed Knight
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Holysoft StudiosPub: Holysoft GmbH
Windows
This metroidvania inspired game lets you discover a fascinating world full of monsters, secrets and mysteries!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, RPG 15.1%, Action RPG 10.1%, Story Rich 9.7%, Fantasy 9.7%
- #21 GOT3D
82% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Solocodo
Windows · Linux
A 3D action-adventure where you traverse the land of Midgard fighting enemies using your trusty hammer 'Mjolnir'. Solve puzzles and speak to the townspeople to uncover and solve the mysteries of the land. Can you defeat the evil serpent Jormangund and free the people from his tyranny?
Why similar: Voxel 53.9% ★, Action-Adventure 14%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 8.9%, Top-Down 7%
- #22 Silvercall
82% 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 45.5%, Action RPG 17.9%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, RPG 11.2%, Adventure 6%
- #23 THORN DEMON HUNTER
83% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Action RPG 19.1%, RPG 12.4%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Action 5.3%
- #24 Filiy Eclipse
81% 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 47.1%, Action RPG 22.9%, RPG 12.1%, Action 7.1%, Adventure 6.5%
- #25 An Automaton's Journey
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xyros GamesPub: holo Indie
Windows
Play as the ancient automaton Cecilia Immergreen as you explore the world for secrets, solve puzzles, delve into dungeons, fight other Hololive members as powerful bosses, help other members with side quests, and find powerful items to explore previously unavailable locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Action RPG 21.4%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Top-Down 10.7%, Action 5.4%
- #26 Voxel Throne
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Revua
Windows
Voxel Throne is a voxel-based action adventure RPG. Explore a beautiful world, alone or with friends! Help townsfolk, defeat enemies, loot powerful items and create your ultimate build!
Why similar: Voxel 32.3% ★, Action RPG 20.1%, RPG 13.9%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Adventure 7.3%
- #27 Elementallis
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AnKae GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Action RPG 21.6%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Top-Down 9.4%, Fantasy 5.5%
- #28 Traveler's Refrain
78% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Red Essence GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Action RPG 21.6%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, RPG 9.5%, Story Rich 7.6%
- #29 Burning Sun
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Milkglass Games
Windows
In the ancient holy city of Igra, the sun suddenly burns with crushing heat. Even a second too long in the sun and you will be burnt to crisp. Enduring the Burning Sun, it is up to you to save the city. What will you do? What will you do? What will you become?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Dynamic Narration 15.8% ★, RPG 10.9%, Top-Down 9.2%, Fantasy 9.1%
- #30 OOLO
77% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Riddle Master Productions
Windows
OOLO is a modern take on the classic isometric adventure. Embark on a non-linear journey across mysterious forests, haunted catacombs, and magical factories. Solve puzzles to collect keys and discover upgrades that change the way you explore this lush fantasy world.
Why similar: Voxel 34% ★, Metroidvania 30.1%, Nonlinear 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Fantasy 5.1%
- #31 CaveVox
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: RAD Team
Windows · Linux
CaveVox — the ONLY first-person voxel roguelike with permadeath. Live as your character: descend into a deadly dungeon, fight monsters, gain loot, and return to the surface for your next descent. Each expedition is unique — solo or with a party of adventurers, your choices shape your journey.
Why similar: Voxel 39% ★, Procedural Generation 12%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Action RPG 10.1%, RPG 8.5%
- #32 A Blocc World
76% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Bluish Games
Windows
A voxel-style open-world RPG. Use a variety of melee, ranged and magical combat abilities to smash your way to saving the world. Grow your strength, with powerful abilities and equipment. Learn about the world of Blocc from friendly characters, and try to keep them in one piece.
Why similar: Voxel 54.8% ★, RPG 16.7%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Adventure 8.9%, 3D 4.1%
- #33 GoldFish Brain
78% 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 56.8%, Action RPG 17.2%, Action-Adventure 16%, Adventure 5%, Action 4.8%
- #34 Minecraft Dungeons II
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mojang StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
The next chapter of Minecraft Dungeons begins in the fall of 2026! A new threat is descending upon the land. Become a hero and clash with the forces of evil once more!
Why similar: Voxel 25.4% ★, Action RPG 19.9%, RPG 13.8%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Action 7.6%
- #35 The Castle Of Xanxillia
77% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: GulfPearl
Windows
The Castle of Xanxillia is an immersive side-scroller action RPG that captures the Metroidvania genre. Play as Leonel, searching for his brother, Lenoel, in the treacherous Castle , ruled by a Dark Lord and corrupt Bishop. Navigate dangerous areas and battle enemies to save Lenoel from evil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Action RPG 17.4%, Nonlinear 14.2%, RPG 11.4%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #36 VanBay - Mosh it Up
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jeremy LefebvrePub: Me
Windows · Mac
An extraordinary voxel-based RPG that transports players to the mesmerizing world of Vanbay, a city where music isn't merely a form of expression—it's the source of potent enchantments and profound mysteries. Thrust into a world of pulsating beats and magical auras.
Why similar: Voxel 40.9% ★, Dynamic Narration 18.9% ★, Action RPG 10.1%, RPG 8.6%, Colorful 6.6%
- #37 YeGung
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: MinSOO
Windows
This game is a bow action RPG game, so you can advance without developing your character, and you can easily defeat enemies as you strengthen your character. Features include main quests, daily quests, field hunting grounds, reinforcement, and stores.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Action RPG 21.3%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, RPG 8.7%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #38 Aiyana
73% matchPositive91% of 34 reviews2024
Dev: Laireon Games
Windows
Explore the beatiful world of Aiyana which is a procedurally generated, open world, survival crafting game with traditional RPG mechanics such as talent trees and spells
Why similar: Voxel 37.9% ★, Action RPG 16.6%, Procedural Generation 12.3%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, RPG 7.8%
- #39 Tower of Pandemonium
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Freddy Guerra
Windows
Tower of Pandemonium is a top-down RPG and 2D platformer where your choices determine your fate, featuring 6 guilds, 6 classes, action, puzzles, mystery and memorable characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.6%, Action RPG 20%, RPG 14%, Top-Down 6.5%, Choices Matter 4.3%
- #40 Nulphia
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Keyreal
Windows
Explore a vibrant island full of magic and mystery in Nulphia, a top-down story-driven singleplayer adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Top-Down 9.1%, Story Rich 6.4%, 3D 6.3%
- #41 End's Reach
72% 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 61.1%, Action-Adventure 17.8%, 3D 8.3%, Adventure 8%, Action 3.9%
- #42 The Touryst
72% matchVery Positive87% of 126 reviews2021
Dev: Shin'en Multimedia
Windows
Discover exotic islands and explore ancient monuments - Climb into deep mines and uncover secret passages - Make the trip you always wanted and enjoy the tourist life - An action adventure as varied as real life - 240fps supported - Enjoy your vacation!
Why similar: Voxel 64% ★, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Action 7.5%, Adventure 7%, 3D 4.9%
- #43 Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course
70% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2025
Dev: Nowis-337 GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
Eat everything. Grow stronger. Save the Gourmet Kingdom. A charming action-adventure where you devour foes, solve clever dungeon puzzles, and battle monstrous bosses in a whimsical, food-filled world. Find the five Divine Spices and save the Gourmet Kingdom from the Demon Chef!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Action RPG 16.3%, Nonlinear 10.9%, Fantasy 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #44 Runic Curse Remastered
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Action RPG 11.8%, RPG 11.1%, Fantasy 7.8%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #45 AOI
71% 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 47.7%, Action RPG 15.8%, RPG 11.3%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Adventure 7.2%
- #46 Weapon Devourer
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bogdan
Windows · Mac
Weapon Devourer is a psychological horror game with souls-like and 1930's cartoon vibes, blending subtle puzzles. Battle sentient weapons, dodge their attacks, metamorphose into a fearsome entity to overcome powerful challenges, and synthesize mighty combinations by diving into the Shield's belly.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Action RPG 15.1%, Nonlinear 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, RPG 7.8%
- #47 TIES: Soul Link
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: North Tokyo
Windows
TIES: Soul Link is an emotional and brutal 2D metroidvania that combines action RPG with adventure platforming. Explore a decaying world in the year 2097, uncover its secrets, and face savage, bloody battles that will test your endurance and your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Action RPG 17.7%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, RPG 10.3%, Action 5.3%
- #48 Forge Quest
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 549 reviews2015
Pub: Open Realms LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Forge Quest is a dungeon crawling rpg set in a voxel world. Explore the land full of chickens on a light hearted quest to become a hero. Delve deep into the randomly generated dungeons to battle monsters, find treasure and craft your equipment. Invite your friends to join your world and help you in your adventure.
Why similar: Voxel 41.4% ★, RPG 22.9%, Action RPG 15.9%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 8.3%
- #49 Myth & Magery
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NoeL
Windows · Linux
Explore, delve and conquer the boundless wilds of Faercana! A retro throwback to classic ARPGs, Myth & Magery invites you to switch off and sink into long sessions of slime-splattering, dungeon-diving and wand-waving as you seek to uncover the mysteries of the Chitin!
Why similar: Action RPG 22%, Procedural Generation 13.7%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Nonlinear 10.3%, Fantasy 9.9%
- #50 Latitude 76: Land of the Onkilons
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Anisimov Games
Windows · Linux
Switch between characters, use your grappling hook to explore a phantom island, home to mammoths. Face threats from hunters and choose to play stealthily or confront the dangers head-on. Inspired by real events. Wishlist today!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Action RPG 15.2%, Nonlinear 10.4%, Action-Adventure 10%, RPG 7.6%
- #51 Skyshards
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TheblueMan003
Windows
Explore Skyshards, a limitless sandbox world. Craft tools and weapons, enchant gear, and face powerful bosses. Trade, recruit allies, and enjoy diverse biomes and seasons. Created by a single developer, Skyshards offers endless possibilities.
Why similar: Voxel 47.7% ★, Action RPG 18.5%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, RPG 8.3%, Colorful 5.1%
- #52 Charlie from the swamp
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arinima Games
Windows
"Charlie from the swamp" is a metroidvania game about little frog in a big world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Action RPG 20.8%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, RPG 10.1%, Colorful 6.1%
- #53 BeforeDisaster
68% 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 58.4%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Fantasy 10%, Action 7.5%, Adventure 7.1%
- #54 The Journey of Clinbo
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mechanical Heart
Windows
Ember Journey of Clinbo This is a fantasy, pixel-art Metroidvania-style game. You are Clinbo, the only "transgressor" robot to possess a soul in a limbo between life and death—a realm where countless souls are judged by a single standard: "Harmony."
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Action RPG 19.4%, RPG 11.9%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Story Rich 4.7%
- #55 Uncounted Isles
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: OtterSpaceDevPub: OtterSpaceDevelopment
Windows · Linux
A first-person RPG at the edge of the known world. Explore a vast archipelago from frontier towns to forgotten ruins. Wield swords and sorcery, shape your fate and fight your way through a branching story that will leave scars on your character.
Why similar: Voxel 47% ★, Action RPG 15.8%, RPG 11.2%, Nonlinear 9.8%, 3D 4%
- #56 Roots of Cinder
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Action RPG 21.5%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, RPG 9.8%, Colorful 5.9%
- #57 Graveyard Cat
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GoolWorks
Windows
Explore a giant and ancient graveyard full of massive monuments, sprawling underground temples, and lush gardens as an adventurous cat in this action RPG adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Action RPG 21.3%, RPG 15%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Action 8.3%
- #58 Crypt Custodian
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,759 reviews2024
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Action RPG 16.1%, Nonlinear 9.6%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #59 Pandamonium
67% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: ToxicByteGames
Windows · Mac
A panda who stumbles into the Lost Capital of Hell. Explore a beautiful and dangerous world with hand drawn crisp pixel art and 2.5D graphics. Face perilous foes, bosses and friendly allies. Customize yourself with abilities and outfits that will help you conquer your way through this doomed land.
Why similar: Voxel 34.3% ★, Metroidvania 28.6%, Action RPG 14.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, RPG 6.9%
- #60 Katana Dragon: Chapter 1
63% matchVery Positive94% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: Tsunoa Games
Windows · Linux
An action, adventure & dungeon exploration RPG, where you play as the ninjas Shin & Nobi in their quest to save the world of Sogen!
Why similar: Voxel 35.1% ★, Action RPG 15.1%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, RPG 8.5%, Top-Down 7.1%