- #1 Miracle Corp.
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bonefish Games
Windows
Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Souls-like 25%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Action RPG 12.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #2 Ex Angelus
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
Windows
Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 23.5%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Action RPG 12.5%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #3 Roots of Cinder
96% 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: Souls-like 21.8%, Metroidvania 21.3%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action RPG 14.2%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #4 Din of Sen
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Espy Games
Windows
Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 24.9%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Action RPG 15.7%, RPG 7.6%
- #5 Cyan Breach
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChiCheng Studio
Windows
Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Souls-like 20.9%, Action RPG 18.2%, Hack and Slash 14%, RPG 5.5%
- #6 REVENGE CRYSTAL
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SAMx003 Games
Windows
Possessed by a living crystal, fight for revenge in a top-down Soulslike action RPG. Master precise combat and elemental magic, explore a shattered world, solve deadly puzzles, and defeat brutal bosses to expose the Crystallen’s sins.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.8%, Metroidvania 26.9%, Action RPG 15.1%, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 5.4%
- #7 Maid of Salvation
93% matchVery Positive92% of 230 reviews2025
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
The latest title from the HunterX development studio, Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 23.5%, Hack and Slash 16%, Action RPG 11.9%, Female Protagonist 9.9%
- #8 Mendacium
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 25.2%, Hack and Slash 10.1%, Action RPG 9.5%, Hand-drawn 7.5%
- #9 Mona: The Endless Journey
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hidden Level Pub: Kunpan Games
Windows
Mona: The Endless Journey is a 3D side-scrolling Metroidvania. Players play a fragile pillow-carrying girl, adventuring in a nightmarish fantasy continent. They rescue powerful companions, traverse mysteries, solve puzzles, fight eerie creatures, and uncover the world’s hidden truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Souls-like 23.8%, Action RPG 11.5%, Noir 10.3%, Female Protagonist 6.6%
- #10 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 17,444 reviews2025
Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 18.2 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.7%, Souls-like 20.2%, Action RPG 10.6%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 5.2%
- #11 Kloa - Child of the Forest
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wildpad GamesPub: Crytivo
Windows
Consumed by a mysterious curse, restore a once lush forest and its inhabitants to their natural state in this action adventure tale. Experience fast-paced combat, puzzles, and the beauty of nature captured in handcrafted pixel art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Souls-like 26.1%, Action RPG 13.9%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #12 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
89% matchVery Positive83% of 1,162 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Souls-like 21.3%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Action RPG 11.2%, Female Protagonist 7.9%
- #13 Power (of) Metal
89% 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 26%, Souls-like 23.6%, Action RPG 16.3%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, RPG 8.7%
- #14 Foreign Sun
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Final Scene dev
Windows
YOUR CHOICES RESHAPE A LIVING CITY. Explore a sprawling metropolis, wield mysterious powers, and uncover the secrets of the Eternal Lighthouse. Your decisions will make a world of difference.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 25.7%, Action RPG 16.5%, RPG 11.8%, Hack and Slash 8.3%
- #15 THORN DEMON HUNTER
88% 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 34.3%, Souls-like 28%, Action RPG 14.6%, RPG 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #16 A Handful of Dust
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BVS Studios
Windows
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 19.5%, Action RPG 13.9%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Hack and Slash 6.5%
- #17 Darxanadon
86% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 25.7%, Action RPG 14.8%, Female Protagonist 8.3%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #18 HunterX
85% matchVery Positive84% of 719 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 26.1%, Action RPG 14.4%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Hack and Slash 8.6%
- #19 Runic Curse Remastered
84% 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 33.1%, Souls-like 28.8%, Action RPG 8.8%, RPG 7.8%, Action-Adventure 5.5%
- #20 Arcana Dimension
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FlexDevelop
Windows
This is the story of two girls, Saki and Kaede, who have been transferred to the magic world of "Ecstasia". In order to return home, the girls engage in mortal combat against "magic weapons". Make use of a wide variety of magic and the cooperation between the two girls to defeat powerful enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 25.2%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Action RPG 10.4%, Female Protagonist 9.3%
- #21 GOMAN -stuck in the avici hell-
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Blast Edge Games Inc.
Windows
"Die fast, retry faster. GOMAN is a hardcore side-scrolling action game where memory and reflexes are your only weapons. Beat who you were 3 seconds ago!"
Why similar: Souls-like 25.7%, Metroidvania 25.5%, Noir 17.2%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #22 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Souls-like 24.8%, Hack and Slash 10.9%, Action RPG 10.4%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #23 Being and Becoming
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Souls-like 26.3%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Action RPG 12.4%, RPG 6.4%
- #24 Undying Hare
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 妖妖酒
Windows
Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Souls-like 22.4%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Action RPG 10.5%, RPG 6.3%
- #25 Catastrophe
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Strange Monkey Studios
Windows
Catastrophe is survival horror dungeon crawler. Try not to get lost in the labyrinth as you choose to slay the dungeon's inhabitants or sneak past as many as you can.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.7%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Action RPG 13.6%, RPG 5.5%
- #26 Minoria
81% matchVery Positive81% of 2,592 reviews2019
Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Souls-like 23.1%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, Action 3.6%
- #27 Knightmare Tales
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tistic Games
Windows · Linux
Knightmare Tales is a Third-Person-Action-Adventure in a nightmarish setting. Find your confidence and be yourself, in this emotional action adventure! Knightmare Tales is a classic Action-Adventure, focuses on combat and atmosphere with a captivating story, kind of a 'soulslike with a twist'.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.1%, Hack and Slash 21.5%, Action RPG 16.1%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #28 Last Night of Winter
79% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
Wake up and walk, Warden! Because the siege continues. We must find the Heir... And finally put an end to this cursed night.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.5%, Metroidvania 26.7%, Action RPG 12.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, RPG 5.6%
- #29 Crowsworn
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Souls-like 25.2%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Hand-drawn 6.1%
- #30 Pale Cinder
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OcO
Windows
Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.1%, Metroidvania 27.8%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Dark Fantasy 4.6%
- #31 Lillusion
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: The Night Owls
Windows
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 26.2%, Action RPG 13.6%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, RPG 5.6%
- #32 HunterX: code name T
76% matchVery Positive88% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 25.1%, Action RPG 15.7%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, RPG 8.4%
- #33 Sunrise Tragedy
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HeadlessTek
Windows
Traverse an old, abandoned cathedral filled with grotesque monsters and bloodthirsty vampires. Overcome relentless enemies and heart-pounding boss fights with your choice of weapons, spells and accessories in this macabre 2D Action-RPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.7%, Metroidvania 23.5%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Action RPG 12.3%, Female Protagonist 7.5%
- #34 Tails of Fate
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Chase the Bunny
Windows · Linux
Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 23.2%, Action RPG 14.5%, Hand-drawn 7.3%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
- #35 Scars of the Soul
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShunGuang Games
Windows
The two countries went to war, unleashing forbidden powers. Years later, monsters ravage the land. The protagonist awakens, battles the monsters, explores the world, uncovers the truth of the past, and seeks to recover lost memories—a lonely journey of wandering and struggling against oneself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 26.5%, Action RPG 18.1%, RPG 12.9%, Medieval 5.6%
- #36 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
74% matchVery Positive94% of 43,849 reviews2021
Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 38.2%, Souls-like 26.3%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Action RPG 6.2%, Dark Fantasy 5.7%
- #37 Beak the hunter
73% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Sweeping Avalanche Creations
Windows
Beak the hunter is a 2D monster hunting game that follows the adventures of the master hunter, Beak. Explore a new and exciting world, and prepare yourself for hard battles against powerful and wild beasts in this soulslike adventure that will test your abilities!
Why similar: Souls-like 29.3%, Action RPG 18.7%, Metroidvania 17.3%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Hand-drawn 8.6%
- #38 Saga of Yurina
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SubCulture Dev
Windows
A 2D action platformer of graceful duels and perfect parries under the falling sakura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Souls-like 26.4%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Action RPG 12.5%, Female Protagonist 8.5%
- #39 FOUNTAINS
72% matchVery Positive84% of 443 reviews2024
Dev: John Pywell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 26%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Action RPG 13.6%, RPG 6.1%
- #40 Ashen Daughter
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blue Bichon Game Studio
Windows · Linux
Battle corrupted emissaries, explore a mythical world, and sacrifice health for power in this hand-drawn Metroidvania. With tight, responsive controls, guide Kára on a journey of grief, vengeance, and forgiveness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 22.3%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Hand-drawn 8.1%
- #41 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
74% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 45.9%, Metroidvania 30%, Action RPG 6.7%, RPG 6.4%, Dark Fantasy 5%
- #42 Infinity Wanderer
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Imdie Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Infinity Wanderer is a roguelite, souls-lite action-platformer. Players dive into Lunara's dark story, facing her fears in a nightmare world. With handcrafted levels and deep character customization, it offers fluid, challenging combat that blends fast-paced and strategic souls-like mechanics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Souls-like 21.6%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Action RPG 10.1%, Female Protagonist 6.5%
- #43 The Song of Awakening
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Noeski LLC
Windows · Mac
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 31%, Souls-like 28%, Action RPG 20%, RPG 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%
- #44 七月-July
73% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2022
Dev: 龙猫饭
Windows
This is a refreshing horizontal version of the Castlevania game. One after another organ and monster will hinder the way forward on the journey. Go beat them. Let's embark on this journey together.
Why similar: Souls-like 39.5%, Action RPG 19.3%, RPG 11.7%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #45 Blood of Yamin
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quintillion Games
Windows
Blood of Yamin is a stylish metroidvania RPG where you can forge your own playstyle. Powered by the essence of a dead god, explore a gorgeous 2D world on the cusp of the industrial revolution, conquer powerful foes, and confront the unknown horrors lurking beneath the surface.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 24.1%, Action RPG 14.4%, Hack and Slash 9%, RPG 6.9%
- #46 A Field of Flowers
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ikiruska Studios
Windows
In this norse-inspired metroidvania, explore and seek truths of what truly happened to you, having lost your home and your only friend in a single night. Fight and copy new magic from others to gain power, as you swear revenge on a mysterious stranger that took everything from you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 29.6%, Action RPG 14%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, RPG 6.6%
- #47 Zenith
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nocturnia Studios
Windows
Step into a dark and decaying world with Zenith, an Action RPG that blends intense combat, deep exploration, and an immersive atmosphere. Explore ruined cathedrals and gothic landscapes filled with secrets, facing relentless enemies that will challenge your skill and strategy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Souls-like 29.7%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Action RPG 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 4.2%
- #48 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
70% matchVery Positive87% of 98 reviews2023
Dev: The Island Games
Windows
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Souls-like 26.7%, Action RPG 13.4%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #49 The Steps of Divynia
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ice Spark Studios
Windows
Clash with tainted beasts as Divynia changes from the mundane to the unknown. As Aylidia, forge your destiny in a tale about courage and holding on to your beliefs. Will you unearth magic's greatest question, or are some mysteries better left untouched? Find out in this epic 2D Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Souls-like 29.3%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #50 Prelude To Freedom 异闻录:红
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Giant Rabbit Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prelude To Freedom is a Metroidvania-style 2D top-down action game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 24.5%, Action RPG 14.7%, Action-Adventure 9%, RPG 8.3%
- #51 Afterimage
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 29.1%, Souls-like 22.2%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Action RPG 11.5%, Female Protagonist 9.4%
- #52 Crimson Covenant
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: icennidoll
Windows
Crimson Covenant is a dark action RPG set in a world shattered by the V24 anomaly. Control Crimvael and fight with a rapier, scissors, bow, and forbidden magic. Shape your tactics through branching combos, attack rhythm, and stamina management as you uncover the truth behind a collapsing world.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.9%, Hack and Slash 20.1%, Action RPG 15.1%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
- #53 Mother's Sword
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsitle
Windows
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 38.3%, Metroidvania 35.4%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Action 4.4%
- #54 Moonscars
68% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 35.6%, Souls-like 31.7%, Hack and Slash 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Female Protagonist 6.4%
- #55 A Knight of Lothen
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Angelos KyprianosPub: Spiral Lane Productions
Windows
A dark fantasy metroidvania fueled by heavy metal. Fight, explore, and carve your path through the ruined kingdom of Lothen.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Action RPG 16.2%, RPG 8.1%, Medieval 5.5%
- #56 Sorrowself
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vieri Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your sister from a certain death by finding her soul fragments in this mystical hand-drawn world! Utilize a variety of morphing abilities and fight through the dream-like Land Of Sorrow. It is known to be flooded with crying creatures who are creating a chaos under the dark soul Self.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Souls-like 18.6%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Action RPG 10.7%, Hand-drawn 7.4%
- #57 Abigor
67% matchPositive88% of 41 reviews2022
Dev: Crimson Knight Studios
Windows
Abigor is a third-person action RPG where you play as Alric, a demon hunter at Alastor Academy who must overcome incredible odds to protect his school from demonkind. Combat features traditional melee combat with dodging, but also a magic stance system which changes the players attacks.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.4%, Hack and Slash 21.1%, Action RPG 19.8%, RPG 14.1%, Action-Adventure 10.6%
- #58 Faction Reticent
65% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Alpherisk
Windows
A "whimsical fantasy" action platformer game with an open-ended progression. Utilize the given abilities to you to its fullest potential, and look epic while doing it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action RPG 15%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Medieval 4%