Games Like Darkest Abyss

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: Gothic 21.3% ★, Vampires 11.8% ★, Retro 10.4%, Platformer 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Follow the story of Xandria, the iron alchemist. Seeking revenge, she accepts the dangerous mission to put an end to the evil that resides in Dracula's castle and torments the people of Transylvania. Fight with an iron whip in this retro-style & Classic-Vania adventure.

Why similar: Gothic 25.9% ★, Vampires 11.2% ★, Demons 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Platformer 8.4%

In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.

Why similar: Gothic 23.6% ★, Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.

Why similar: Gothic 19.7% ★, Platformer 12.1%, Vampires 10.7% ★, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Metroidvania 8.4%

Travel to the Tower in the Sea to avert the apocalypse, in this exploration action-platformer. Join Auria, a retired war hero, as she adventures through a beautiful and dangerous world to save her family and the fabric of reality itself!

Why similar: Gothic 22.6% ★, Platformer 11.5%, Metroidvania 10.2%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Side Scroller 8.1%

An evolution of the Classicvania genre and a return to the glory days of precision platforming, retro challenge and gothic atmosphere. Transform yourself into a wraith, a spider and a bat to fly, climb and blast your way across Transylvania to do battle with Lady Dracula at her castle keep.

Why similar: Gothic 27.2% ★, 1980s 9.8%, Platformer 8.8%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, Retro 8.1%

Blood Gauntlet is a fast-paced, pixel art action platformer where you’re constantly bleeding out. The only way to survive is to keep moving and destroy everything in your path!

Why similar: Gothic 24.3% ★, Vampires 13.2% ★, Retro 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, 1990's 10.3%

A collection of old-school retro Citadale games in the style of various systems released in the mid 1980s to early 1990s. Each game has its own unique look, sound, gameplay style and feel and yet they are all distinctly Citadale.

Why similar: Gothic 17% ★, Platformer 10.9%, 1980s 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Side Scroller 8.2%

If you enjoyed NES games like Castlevania, Ninja Gaiden, Shatterhand, Jorney to Silius you have to try this game! Play as Vlad Tepes Dracula and fight your way to the Wallachian border to take your rightful throne in a new medieval Classicvania game with gorgeous art, and 10 playable characters!

Why similar: Gothic 23.6% ★, Vampires 12.2% ★, Retro 9.9%, Platformer 9.8%, 1980s 9.5%

This is a classic platformer.Fight through over 10 stages—or take an alternate route—as you make your way to the demon lord.It offers a challenging, retro-style action experience focused on precise controls and skill-based gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 16.7%, Vampires 14.8% ★, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Gothic 11.4% ★

A completely non linear adventure, with screen filling bosses, which could have been named Metroidvania if it wasn't for legal issues.

Why similar: Gothic 20.8% ★, Vampires 12.1% ★, Platformer 10.4%, 1980s 9.3%, Metroidvania 8.6%

Rescue your family and defeat Count Othar in this old-school platformer. Inspired by the "Addams Family" game for the NES. This game presents a unique and challenging platforming experience.

Why similar: Gothic 26.2% ★, Platformer 17.5%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Adventure 10.3%

The dark lord Rhogul is about to be resurrected and the only man capable of stopping him is dying. Explore a vast open world in this action game with metroidvania elements and join Arion Dorleac in his final days for one last time...

Why similar: Gothic 18.1% ★, Platformer 10.7%, 1980s 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Metroidvania 9.5%

Shunned outsider Averi becomes her small planet's last hope against the tyrannical Lord Kroff and Lady Psonos in this action-packed 2D pixel art platformer.

Why similar: Gothic 16.3% ★, Platformer 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Female Protagonist 11.7%

Armed with a whip made from human spines, confront the nightmarish creatures of mankind. Swing your whip, use sub-weapons, crush your foes under chandeliers, and deflect enemy projectiles back at them—all in this pixel-perfect action platformer!

Why similar: Platformer 18%, Retro 17.1%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Gothic 10.5% ★

Hop, skip, and jump with Lyra as she journeys back to her homeland in this retro adventure. With harp in hand, no foe is a match for Lyra and her animal friends.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 11.2%, Retro 10.9%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, 1980s 10.6%

Embark on journey through the "Project: Artificial Legacy Saga" a four-part series, crafted to feel as if it was released across four console generations. Follow Kirana on her heroic journey, as she protects her family and her homeland from a mysterious evil force.

Why similar: Retro 15.5%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 12.5%, 1980s 10.4%

The Deadlands, is a haunting journey of vengeance. Conquer undead horrors, face formidable bosses, and harness their souls to save your son from an evil necromancer. Pixel art meets gothic aesthetic in this intense, captivating platformer/2D side scroller.

Why similar: Gothic 35.1% ★, Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Vampires 9.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

You are a bear, a PostBear, the best one! And you have an important mission, deliver a King's letter to the neighbor kingdom!

Why similar: Retro 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, 1980s 14.2%, 1990's 12.1%, Platformer 10.6%

This is the story of Xandria, an iron alchemist. She seeks revenge regardless of the consequences. To achieve it, Xandria fights with a powerful whip and the power of chemical elements. Find out more about her in this modern metroidvania adventure.

Why similar: Gothic 26.4% ★, Platformer 13.1%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

Dead by Death is a retro style platformer. The hero will explore dungeons where are full of traps and find out hidden secrets. To defeat monsters till you die or live for glory.

Why similar: Vampires 23.7% ★, Gothic 20.5% ★, Platformer 7.8%, Retro 7.4%, Metroidvania 7.4%

"KOKORONULL" is a hardcore action game that adds the element of "slipperiness" to the usual platform action gameplay. Conquering all 20 stages is an impressive achievement.

Why similar: Platformer 20.5%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Retro 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 12%, 1980s 9.6%

Valiant Saga is a brutal 2D action-platformer with RPG elements. Wield a massive axe and explore cursed kingdoms, from snowy hills to blood soaked catacombs. Face hordes of abysmal creatures with pixel art visuals and a powerful metal soundtrack.

Why similar: Gothic 17.5% ★, Vampires 14.3% ★, Metroidvania 9.1%, Demons 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.6%

Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!

Why similar: Platformer 16.1%, Retro 14.9%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Action 6.9%

2-D Pixel art retro platformer

Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.3%, Platformer 20.5%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Retro 10%, Action 9%

Freddy's daughter has been kidnapped by an evil dragon. To rescue her, he must cross the entire kingdom taking some ingredients with which to make a magic potion, but it won't be easy, they must be collected in a specific order and Freddy will have to overcome the dangers he finds in his path.

Why similar: Retro 17.7%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 13.8%, 1980s 12%, Side Scroller 11.7%

The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest (TASQ) is a parody/homage platformer set in a dark 8-bit world. Your vampire-hunting rival robbed you of fame by killing Count Dracula first! Reclaim your glory by resurrecting Dracula piece by piece and slaying the dark count yourself!

Why similar: Gothic 21.5% ★, Platformer 10.4%, Metroidvania 9.3%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Demons 8.6%

A Halloween themed 2D pixel art metroidvania. Play as the vampire Kazimir, and explore a spooky castle to gain abilities, fight against enemies and bosses, and discover lore!

Why similar: Gothic 21.3% ★, Metroidvania 13.6%, Platformer 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Vampires 9.5% ★

Unicopia is a retro 2D platformer featuring a Unicorn racing to rescue her girlfriend from the clutches of an Evil Poodle. Jump up and down towers, collect gems, and reveal the key before the clock strikes and you're haunted by the ghost of time!

Why similar: Retro 19%, Platformer 17.3%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, 1980s 13%

The land is overrun! Join Jules and Master Sir to defeat Canc’s undead army. Master your whip and unleash the sword, axe, and cross in this old-school action-platformer. Battle through 6 levels and 6 epic bosses to destroy the ultimate evil!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.9%, Platformer 17.7%, 1980s 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Side Scroller 7%

A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.

Why similar: Retro 13.4%, Metroidvania 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.9%, 1980s 11.1%

Ezra's Legacy is an action packed 2d platformer game inspired in classics from the 80s, with 8-bit aesthetics, great soundtrack and awesome gameplay. If you want something new and exciting, but at the same time pay homage to the classics, then Ezra's Legacy is for you!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 19%, Retro 17.5%, Platformer 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.7%

Awakened Evil is an action platformer inspired by the classics. Jump and slash your way through intense linear stages that will put your skills to the test. Do you have what it takes to slay all the bosses, and take on evil itself?

Why similar: Platformer 18%, Retro 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Action 11.6%, 1980s 10%

The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!

Why similar: Platformer 18.7%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Action 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 10%

An arcade video game with adventure elements for the Amstrad CPC, which takes place in an abandoned Nazi base from WWII.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.4%, Platformer 21.6%, 1980s 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Retro 11.9%

Mister Semmel is a 2D platformer in which precision and speed are required. Can you manage to pass each level within the given time? Can you beat your own records?

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.8%, Platformer 17.6%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, 1980s 12.7%, Retro 10.3%

Play as Jane Austen, English novelist, in this 2D platforming adventure. Explore 8-bit England, fight enemies with your quill, and confront characters from Jane Austen's novels!

Why similar: Retro 23.6%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Platformer 8.4%

What awaits you in the depths of this ancient tomb? Get ready to explore and discover the secrets of the dungeon of the draugr kings.

Why similar: Platformer 13.2%, Metroidvania 11.7%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, 1980s 11.4%, Side Scroller 9.8%

You are Wiloo, and a lonely alien known as Dr. ETvaldo has kidnapped your dog! Now only you can save your best friend! This game is the Deluxe version of "WILOO" and "Super Wiloo Demake," rebuilt using current codebase, featuring updated pixelated graphics and many improvements!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 15.8%, Retro 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, 1990's 9.7%

Janosik 2 is a retro action-platformer with metroidvania elements. Get ready to jump, slash, dodge roll, dive, smash and bash your way through deadly traps, mischievous villains and bosses, and more in this sequel to Janosik.

Why similar: Vampires 19.1% ★, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11%, Metroidvania 10.6%, 1980s 10.3%

Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!

Why similar: Platformer 21.6%, Retro 18%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, Side Scroller 12.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%

Gastova is a lighthearted 2D platform adventure game. As the Guardian Witch of Arkana, Gastova must keep the balance of magic, solve a mystery involving the elemental fount guardians, discover hidden truths, and protect the future of her world from ominous forces before it's too late...

Why similar: Platformer 13.6%, Metroidvania 12.4%, Retro 11.7%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Female Protagonist 11.3%

Retro side-scrolling adventure!

Why similar: Retro 19.1%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, 1980s 9.8%

A story-driven action RPG set in the land of Krysztalia. Take control of Krystof, a knight without memories, solve mysteries and explore challenging dungeons.

Why similar: Retro 16.1%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Platformer 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Side Scroller 8%

Spray! Jump! Pop! Dracula’s kids must defend the family pumpkin patch from swarming insects in this cute pixel-art, single-screen, arcade platformer for one or two players.

Why similar: Gothic 25% ★, Vampires 20% ★, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

An 8-bit styled platform game.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 21%, Platformer 20.2%, 1980s 18%, Retro 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%

Silent Planet is an exploration-focused, gothic sci-fi metroidvania rooted in Cosmic Horror. Explore the claustrophobic corridors of a massive underground complex filled with the remnants of technological and biological horrors created by a dead civilization.

Why similar: Gothic 28.5% ★, Vampires 13.7% ★, Metroidvania 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%, 2D Platformer 8.4%

Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.

Why similar: Retro 16%, Platformer 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Metroidvania 10.9%, Female Protagonist 8.2%

Wynn has traveled to this dying Kingdom of Alara because she heard a powerful Wizard has taken in her twin sister Eira. Explore the world that has been subjected by the Wizard and his five apprentices and discover enough power ups to find and kill Eira

Why similar: Platformer 18.6%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Metroidvania 14.8%, Action 12.6%, Adventure 10.7%

A handheld-inspired platforming adventure! Escape the mysterious desert island of Khnumia...

Why similar: Platformer 18.1%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, 1980s 12.8%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action 12%

All the main characters are VTubers!! A 2D pixel-art side-scrolling fantasy magical action game starring the VTuber magical girl Kohaku ♪ One year after the previous incident… Kohaku once again races across the world of Magical Magic World!?

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.3%, Side Scroller 14.5%, 1980s 12.7%, Action 11.9%, Retro 9.4%

Aidan in Danger is a retro-style 2D platform game. The player takes on the role of Aidan, the guardian of the last dragon. Face challenging levels, menacing creatures, and an interdimensional villain, all while enjoying beautiful graphics and an exciting soundtrack.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 15%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Retro 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

A fast-action platformer packed with beautiful pixel art and exciting variation in every level!

Why similar: 1980s 14.2%, Retro 13%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Female Protagonist 8.8%

Take control of Mina, a renowned Hollower hurtled into a desperate mission to rescue a cursed island. Whip foes, burrow through the ground, and explore a pixel-perfect world in Mina the Hollower, a brand new game from the developers who brought you Shovel Knight!

Why similar: Gothic 34.5% ★, Platformer 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Leaping, smashing, scorching, and exploding its way into your collection! Little Samson—the rarest and most coveted game of the 8-bit era—arrives on modern systems for everyone to enjoy!

Why similar: Platformer 19.2%, Retro 16.6%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, 1990's 14%, Side Scroller 8%

Konami's Castlevania Anniversary Collection traces the origins of the historic vampire franchise. Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.

Why similar: Vampires 23.9% ★, Platformer 11.5%, Retro 10.7%, Gothic 10.6% ★, Metroidvania 10.4%

Journey through a yokai-filled Japan in this 2D Action Platformer! Control Mizuki, a carefree and playful kitsune, as she investigates evil events happening around her village. Use her signature ability of teleportation to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies in this unique platformer adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 23.5%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Action 11.7%

90s style platformer with a completely unique attack system. Slash your way through 8 stages of pure skills-based platforming.

Why similar: Platformer 19.3%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, 1980s 14.2%, Action 11.7%, 1990's 10.2%

Challenging retro pixel graphics action-platformer. Become a legendary rogue Janosik and explore the big mountain castle level full of secrets. Available for FREE!

Why similar: Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Metroidvania 12.6%, 1980s 12%, Retro 9.8%

A much easier stand-alone expansion to Goblin and Coins II. Use unlimited continues to run and double-jump through 25 handcrafted levels, and retrieve the recipes lost in the midnight raid from the original game.

Why similar: Platformer 21.5%, 2D Platformer 18%, Action 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Retro 12.1%