- #1 Castle Escape
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jupiter Gamez
Windows
Castle Escape is a Metroidvania with a brutal combat system. Fight your way through the cursed castle, execute the damned souls and unravel the mystery of this once mighty castle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Gore 17.6%, Action 15%, Adventure 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%
- #2 Mono
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Project Mono
Windows
『Mono』 is a 2D action game set in a monochrome world. Explore the land to enhance your abilities, defeat the formidable foes standing in your way, and resolve the crisis befalling this black-and-white realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, 2D Platformer 22.8%, Action 18.7%, Adventure 14.3%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #3 Ninja Smasher!
96% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2016
Dev: Q-Cumber Factory
Windows
Ninja dash! Ninja jump! Ninja slash! 8-bit style Ninja platform action game!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Action 19.1%, Adventure 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Indie 4.2%
- #4 The Search: Lost Dreams
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gninjastudio
Windows
The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Action 12.7%, Adventure 9.9%, Gore 7.4%
- #5 Ghostly Matter
94% matchMixed67% of 49 reviews2018
Dev: Small BrosPub: Milestone S.r.l.
Windows
Ghostly Matter is a metroidvania with elements borrowed from graphic adventures. The year is 1986. A professor obsessed with the paranormal, an old friend who disappeared mysteriously. Time to arm yourself with the best anti-ghost technology and set off in search of the truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.7%, Action 24%, Adventure 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Indie 5.3%
- #6 Guillotine
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zomorro Studio
Windows
You’ve lost your head… and you must get it back. In Guillotine, decapitate enemies, steal their powers, and face creatures from Basque folklore such as Patxi Errementaria, Olentzero, or the Sorgina. Terror and absurd humor in a platformer with the soul of a metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, 2D Platformer 21.3%, Action 13%, Adventure 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%
- #7 Maelstrom
93% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
- #8 The Curse Of Eira
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ElenaWare
Windows
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: Metroidvania 35.6%, Action 19.9%, 2D Platformer 19.8%, Adventure 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #9 Demon Peak
91% matchMixed70% of 243 reviews2017
Dev: Kajak Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 44%
In Demon Peak, you play as the nameless warrior, trapped inside the depths of an unholy Mountain. Explore the mysterious and perilous enviroments, fight against a multitude of different enemies and gather magical abilities to overcome the Mountain's evil inhabitants.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, Action 20.5%, Adventure 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Indie 4.6%
- #10 Raven: The Last Neko Slayer
91% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Blue Slayer Gaming
Windows
Raven: The Last Neko Slayer is a metroidvania game aiming to recapture the spirit of old action platformers with a unique style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Action 20.5%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Adventure 16.3%, Indie 4.5%
- #11 A Song in Elyel Nalore
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Action 13%, Adventure 12.6%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #12 The Waste Land
90% matchMixed51% of 102 reviews2014
Dev: FledermausPub: Digital Tribe
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The Waste Land, a "metroidvania" style side-scroller inspired by T.S. Eliot’s poem of the same name, puts players in the role of a fallen king who must find his way to right the wrongs caused by his own failings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Action 22.3%, Adventure 20.6%, Indie 5.3%
- #13 The Last Tree
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: zzmingo
Windows · Mac
A 2D pixel-like Metrovania game, exploring the game world with a unique atmosphere. In a mysterious and huge tree world, as time goes by, trees and plants have withered, the ecology has become worse, life has become scarce, and who will save the world that is about to break.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.4%, Action 15.8%, Adventure 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #14 MegaSphere
87% matchMixed64% of 133 reviews2015
Dev: AKGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as a special ops combat unit sent to investigate why the stars around Solar System are going dark in MegaSphere — a story-based post-cyberpunk action platformer adventure game of supermassive scale set in early 22nd century: smart guns, robots, self-reconstructing environments, and vast AIs.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.1%, Action 21.2%, Adventure 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Indie 5.2%
- #15 Croakspire
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Action 12.2%, Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #16 Pharaoh Rebirth+
86% matchVery Positive91% of 352 reviews2016
Dev: KROBON stationPub: Vaka Game Magazine
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
An ancient evil has been set loose, and Jonathan cursed in the process. Jonathan must now collect seven holy grails from around all of Egypt to cleanse himself of the curse of Sehur the First. Be delighted by the quirky humor, charming characters, and the beautifully designed world, in Pharaoh Rebirth+!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Action 26.1%, Adventure 23%, Indie 5.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%
- #17 Nihilsearch
85% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Team_Bug
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in the pixelated 2D world of "Nihilsearch" on a lifeless mechanical planet. Explore dark underground complexes, battle hostile machines and life forms, and meet diverse humans, life forms, and machines. Discover the meaning of life and create your own adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.3%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Action 11.1%, Adventure 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #18 Metamorfose S
84% matchVery Positive81% of 293 reviews2017
Dev: Andre MonteiroPub: SA Industry
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 29.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Metamorfose S is a 2D action-adventure game with RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Action 27.1%, Adventure 23.5%, Indie 6.9%
- #19 Eystrandi
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leiksmidr studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action 10.5%, Adventure 10.2%
- #20 Life on Mars Remake
82% matchPositive93% of 42 reviews2017
Dev: Oscar Kenneth Albero Ingles
Windows
Remake of the 8 bits MSX2 game of the same name, with a 16 bits look. Genre: Metroidvania (2D Metroid/Castlevania style) with RPG elements. Explore, investigate, find improvements for your suit, find weapons, upgrade your weapons in workshops, fight incredible mutants...
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, Action 20.9%, Adventure 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Indie 4.4%
- #21 The Bounty Huntress
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: IC Games
Windows
In this a Metroidvania style game made in crispy pixel art, Join Rhea , a bounty huntress with a task to save some people who have been kidnapped and taken to an old abandoned castle where there are many dangers, she needs your help to rescue these people and to bring peace to the city of Vaunard
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.9%, Action 14.7%, Adventure 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
- #22 Sealed Bite: Extended
80% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2026
Dev: Ruben S. LuisPub: Pineapple Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Emilia's life turns into chaos as her family members disappear, one by one. Forced to put her trust in a wolf spirit, Emilia sets off to search the land while pressured into feeding a monstrous power. Will the enigmatic figure she encounters offer guidance, or is Emilia diving head-first into peril?
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Action 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Adventure 8.5%
- #23 Dusted Dusk
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Action 11.2%, Adventure 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%
- #24 Battery Samurai
81% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Matthewstone
Windows
Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #25 The Adventures of Panzer 2
79% 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 36.1%, 2D Platformer 20%, Action 19.8%, Adventure 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #26 Corrupt
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Gabry Corti
Windows
Survive in a dark and atmospheric action-platformer characterized by environments full of mystery and fearsome enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Action 17.6%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Gore 7.9%, Violent 7.7%
- #27 The Weird Dream
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 114 reviews2024
Dev: UMO StudioPub: WhisperGames
Windows
The Weird Dream is a 2D Metroidvania game set in the ruins of Alpha City. Control a mysterious rabbit, confront mutated inhabitants, level up your skills, and unravel the truth behind Alpha City's destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, 2D Platformer 19%, Action 13.8%, Adventure 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
- #28 XECUTER
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Blue Rain Games
Windows
Select any of the 12 targeted foes in any order you like and hunt them down in large castle-like stages. Craft over 400 weapons, different armor sets to mix and match to help aid you in intense combat and expand your move set.
Why similar: Action 28.9%, Adventure 25.8%, Metroidvania 23.9%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #29 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 55.2%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Action 9.6%, Adventure 9.4%, Indie 3.2%
- #30 Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
76% matchMostly Negative30% of 432 reviews2026
Dev: Bit Bot MediaPub: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
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: Metroidvania 26.3%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Action 17.2%, Adventure 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%
- #31 Blessing Part I
76% matchPositive93% of 42 reviews2025
Dev: MalfunctionGhost
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style action-adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman Lowe who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a great sword and flesh and blood, you will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.8%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Action 11.4%, Adventure 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #32 Infernax
74% matchVery Positive93% of 2,181 reviews2022
Dev: Berzerk StudioPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Violent 11.7%, Action 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #33 Inescapable
77% matchMixed40% of 124 reviews2014
Dev: Magnetic Realms
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Unravel the mystery uncovered by a remote interplanetary mining operation. What did they find? What threat does it pose? And ultimately, what does it truly mean to be a hero?
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Adventure 23.1%, Action 21.4%, Indie 6%
- #34 Enfeathered
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Halfsmore
Windows
Flap, Dash, Jump, Glide, Dash, and more, through a vast world full of places to explore, people to talk to, and enemies to fight. Use all of your movement tools in order to both explore and fight, all in chunky 2d pixelart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Action 19.1%, Adventure 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #35 Pentacore
75% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Jonathan CollierPub: Mythril Age
Windows
Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.7%, 2D Platformer 21.5%, Action 12.2%, Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #36 Axiom Verge 2
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 934 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 43.7%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Action 16.3%, Adventure 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #37 Filiy Eclipse
73% 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 46.9%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Action 14.5%, Adventure 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 5%
- #38 Maya Star
74% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: RetroLamen
Windows
In a magical land ruled by an ancient evil, a prophecy says that salvation will come with the awakening of a new hero. Explore different maps, fight evil creatures and decide the fate of Maya Star.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Action 20.8%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Adventure 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #39 Faeland
72% matchVery Positive89% of 344 reviews2023
Dev: Talegames
Windows
Take on the role of skilled hunter, Sam, in Faeland, an adventure RPG set in a beautiful world inspired by 8-bit classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53%, Adventure 16.5%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Indie 4.1%
- #40 Overbowed
71% matchVery Positive91% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Action 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Adventure 10.4%
- #41 Duckles: the Jigsaw Witch
73% matchMostly Negative32% of 25 reviews2016
Dev: Turbulon Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Lured by a vengeful spirit of a defeated witch, our 16-bit hero, and his friends, find themselves trapped on a mysterious island full of deadly sorceresses! What heinous plans does this gruesome Witch have for him? And what is the true origin of the island?
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, Action 26%, Adventure 24.1%, Indie 6.2%
- #42 Garden of Butterflies
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Besouroterra
Windows
The game Garden of Butterflies follows Rafaela on a journey of personal growth as she helps nature and her friends. Shrinking down and exploring her garden from a tiny perspective, she embarks on a unique visual and narrative experience, showing that everyone has the potential for great change.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Action 11.3%, Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #43 Plague of Yamorn
70% matchPositive89% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: DozenByte
Windows
Cleanse the infected in Plague of Yamorn, a 2D metroidvania. Explore the ruined town of Yamorn and uncover the secrets behind its downfall. Find and craft new equipment, offensive and defensive items. Exploit the plagues empowering properties to gain new powers and abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #44 Cathedral
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 452 reviews2019
Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, Action 16.5%, Adventure 14%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Indie 3.7%
- #45 Inexistence
71% matchMixed66% of 371 reviews2016
Dev: Jonathan BRASSAUD
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Discover a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Action 31.6%, Adventure 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Indie 4%
- #46 Sinweaver
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jitterbug Games
Windows · Linux
Sinweaver is a 2D Metroidvania Lite that has you cutting your way through fallen angels and cultists alike as you fight your way through hell to escape a grim afterlife. Explore levels and an interactive overworld map to uncover the worlds secrets and why heavens mightiest have fallen to darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, 2D Platformer 21.2%, Action 21%, Adventure 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%
- #47 The Mummy Demastered
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 910 reviews2017
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A powerful ancient evil has arisen, and the war to save humanity has begun! As an elite agent in the monster-hunting Prodigium organization, you must use a variety of weapons, upgrades, and mysterious artifacts to defend mankind against the supernatural hordes of Princess Ahmanet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.8%, Action 17.1%, Adventure 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #48 Elliot Quest
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 190 reviews2014
Dev: Ansimuz GamesPub: PlayEveryWare
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Elliot Quest is an adventure/RPG where players explore the mysterious Urele island in search of an ancient demon. With 5 dungeons to conquer, 16 bosses to defeat, and countless treasures to discover and hidden areas. Well-balanced gameplay easy to pick up but challenging to master.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.2%, Action 16.9%, Adventure 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Indie 3.8%
- #49 Jessica's Uncomfortable Hanukkah Adventure
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Dog and Spider Productions
Windows
It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48%, 2D Platformer 21.4%, Action 12.2%, Adventure 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #50 Maui the Shapeshifter
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Play on Worlds
Windows
Restore harmony as shapeshifting demigod Maui on an adventure to save his island home from all-consuming darkness in this epic 2D open-world Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Action 27.9%, Adventure 25.8%, Indie 6.5%
- #51 Makis Adventure
67% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%
- #52 Voidnomicon
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shichi Studio
Windows · Mac
2d platformer, action, adventure - "Metroidvania" set in fantasy world filled with ancient magic and monsters. Pixel art graphic with anime style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.4%, Adventure 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Action 7.8%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #53 Artifacts
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Eric LaberPub: Self Published
Windows
Become Strong And Reclaim What You Lost! Artifacts is a 2D adventure platformer set in an ancient interconnected kingdom littered with powerful relics. Collect synergistic artifacts to challenge the mighty, corrupted foes that lurk beneath the ground.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Action 14%, Adventure 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #54 BeforeDisaster
66% 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 55.6%, Action 14.7%, Adventure 13%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #55 Robot Exploration Squad
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 30 reviews2015
Dev: Jack DolabanyPub: DolaSoft
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A 2D Metroidvania game with equal focus on action and exploration. Are you a bad enough robot to make it out in one piece?
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Gore 17.8%, Violent 16.5%, Action 13.5%, Adventure 12.5%
- #56 Solaris: Good Harvest
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moving Pixels
Windows
A humble farmer sets out to rescue his chicken from monstrous abductors. Punch, slash, and parkour your way through elemental-infused chaos in this fast-paced 2D action-platformer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Action 20.8%, 2D Platformer 19.8%, Adventure 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #57 Super Beefit
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bad Castle
Windows
Help Beefit brave perilous lands and cavernous depths to rescue his bovine love in this tight, precision platformer with responsive controls, and skill-based gameplay.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, 2D Platformer 22.1%, Action 18.4%, Adventure 12%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
- #58 라쿠카라차(Lacucaracha)
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: weedscatgames
Windows
La Cucaracha is an action-adventure game about a cockroach girl traveling across a dystopian Korea. Explore a 2D pixel-art world and follow Dodam’s lonely yet resilient journey through the ruins of a fallen society.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Action 18.4%, Adventure 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%