60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Metroidvania, 2D, Adventure.
DEITY SOULS Plus is an 8-Bit Action-Adventure with lite metroidvania elements. Level up found weapons. Find spells. Defeat Deities. Summon Deities. 9 playable characters. Old-school difficulty with an adult gaming twist! 18+
LarsGadiel
LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie, a game originally created for Nintendo's 8-bit console that was never released (at least for now), but is now coming to Steam. It's a classic Metroidvania, featuring the original maps and design from that era.
Crown Of Silence
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie, a game originally created for Nintendo's 8-bit console that was never released (at least for now), but is now coming to Steam. It's a classic Metroidvania, featuring the original maps and design from that era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 15.4%, Souls-like 13.4%, Action RPG 10.1%, Platformer 8%, 1980s 7.4%
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 15%, Side Scroller 13.8%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Action RPG 9.3%
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 20.8%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Action RPG 12.2%, 2D Platformer 10%, Platformer 9.2%
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Souls-like 19.2%, Action RPG 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.4%, Metroidvania 19.4%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Action RPG 7.9%
Explore a lost and abandoned temple and find what secrets lie within. Rift Drifter is a 2D action-adventure platformer, with Metroidvania and RPG elements, a rich story, and a hint of souls-like combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.1%, Souls-like 15.2%, Action RPG 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, 2D Platformer 8.9%
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 20.4%, Souls-like 18.2%, Action RPG 15%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Souls-like 19.9%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Action RPG 9.7%, Platformer 9.4%
Play as Kento, an Elder Samurai, and face the evil Yokai in this 2D pixelated mini action RPG set in Feudal Japan based scenarios!
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.4%, Action RPG 11.4%, Side Scroller 11.2%, 1980s 8.6%, Platformer 8.6%
Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 10%, 1980s 9.4%
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 21.5%, Souls-like 19.3%, Action RPG 12%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 9.1%
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 20.5%, Souls-like 19%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Action RPG 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9.7%
An orc from a small tribe in the Greenskin Barrens. From a blue-collar, working-class family, hunting down billionaire Bear Lords who have taken control of the world. Help Olgob give power back to the people by overthrowing them.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.7%, Souls-like 19.3%, 1980s 10.5%, Action RPG 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 22.5%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Platformer 8.3%, 1990's 6.9%
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 20.8%, Souls-like 18.5%, Action RPG 13.9%, Side Scroller 10%, Platformer 9.8%
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 26.3%, Souls-like 22.4%, Action RPG 8.2%, RPG 7.9%, Side Scroller 7.7%
Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 14.3%, Side Scroller 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 10.6%
From Matt Kap and Simon Parzer ("The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth"), Castle In The Darkness 2 drops players into a brand-new adventure! Explore a vast world and overcome the darkness in this fun and fast-paced adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.6%, Action RPG 14.6%, Side Scroller 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 10%
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 20.6%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 9.2%, Cartoon 9%
Slime's have always been the bottom of the gaming food chain. But that is about to change. Slime's revenge is a short but challenging 2D platformer where you can fling yourself and stick to near any surface to reach the end of each level and fight back against the 'heroes'.
Why similar: Souls-like 15.5%, 1980s 14%, Side Scroller 13.7%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Cartoon 8.1%
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 25.7%, Souls-like 20.4%, Action RPG 11.5%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Platformer 9.3%
AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.7%, Souls-like 17.4%, Action RPG 11%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Platformer 8.2%
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 29%, Action RPG 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Souls-like 8.5%
A retro-inspired Metroidvania set in a gothic fantasy castle.Your time is limited: conquer the castle within 30 days, or darkness will consume everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, 1980s 14.2%, Platformer 11.9%, 1990's 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
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 20%, Action RPG 13.5%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action RPG 11.2%, RPG 9.5%
In "Luminite Era: Expedition," face unique Boss battles, wield arcane spells, and create distinct equipment combos to unveil the Black Mist's secrets and preserve humanity's last Luminite glimmer amid its relentless spread.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 21%, Action RPG 12.1%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 9.5%
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 30.6%, Action RPG 15.6%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, RPG 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
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 34.8%, Metroidvania 23.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, RPG 6.3%, Action RPG 6.1%
The adventures of Asha, the little warrior, begin! Together with her blue sidekick Pepelogoo, she will run through numerous stages and save the Monster World from the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.4%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Action RPG 11.1%, Platformer 11%, 2D Platformer 10.4%
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 23.7%, Souls-like 21%, Action RPG 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%, RPG 7.6%
Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 16.3%, Action RPG 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 8.7%
A mysterious journey across a collapsing island. Reforge a lost blade, defeat ancient giants, and uncover the truth about your past. Save the island before it’s too late.
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.9%, Metroidvania 15.9%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Action RPG 11.3%, Platformer 9.3%
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: Metroidvania 21.2%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, 1980s 10.4%, Platformer 10.3%
In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.2%, Metroidvania 20.6%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, Action RPG 8.2%
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 19.8%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Platformer 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.2%
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 19.6%, Souls-like 18.2%, Action RPG 13%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 9.4%
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 31%, Platformer 12.3%, Action RPG 11.4%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, RPG 8.4%
Dive into a NES-inspired Action-Platformer with Metroidvania elements. Play as an Illuminati henchman battling fearsome bosses and unearthing secrets in an ancient castle. Fulfill your duty… but are you the architect of your fate—or just a pawn in a game someone else is playing?
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.6%, Souls-like 18.9%, Action RPG 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Platformer 9.3%
You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 18.4%, Side Scroller 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 10.6%
An SNES-Inspired, platforming, sci-fi adventure. It's like playing a Saturday Morning Cartoon!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 11.6%, Cartoon 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.6%
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 23.8%, Souls-like 21.7%, Action RPG 14.4%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Platformer 7.3%
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 20.9%, Souls-like 18%, Action RPG 13.5%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Souls-like 16.9%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 9%, Anime 8%
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 28.2%, Action RPG 15.1%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, RPG 9.8%, Adventure 7.7%
Join Novak as he fights his way through hordes of fearsome monsters and unravel the mystery of monster resurgence in his land . Inspired by Metroidvania-style and hack 'n slash action rpg, Shikari Rising will plunge you into action and will test your mettle against extremely tough enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 18.7%, Action RPG 14.4%, Platformer 11%, 2D Platformer 10.2%
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 23%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Platformer 11.1%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
The Swords & Bones saga reaches its third chapter! Inspired by past classics 2D action-platformer games, get ready to fight your way through more than 50 levels full of with enemies, traps and pitfalls. RPG elements enrich the gaming experience.
Why similar: Action RPG 13.4%, Side Scroller 12.6%, 1980s 9.7%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 20%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 8.1%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Action RPG 13.2%, Platformer 11.6%, Anime 8.2%
A short metroidvania with a focus on freedom of choice! Gain abilities to get access to other areas! Help fallen friends to summon their spirits to fight along side you! Level up! Upgrade your equipment! Then when you feel ready, go and confront the mighty Gigantimus to stop him destroying the city!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.1%, Souls-like 18%, Action RPG 15.2%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 10.6%
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 27%, Souls-like 23.9%, Side Scroller 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Platformer 7.3%
Explore yet another indie metroidvania as you venture through the Hell University campus. Conquer the demons that infest the essence of Hell University, and save the school from certain doom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Souls-like 18.5%, Side Scroller 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 10.5%
A realm where two ancient trees have long harbored rival royal bloodlines, each having woven their aerial dominion from spider silk across countless generations. Yet now, dark forces of unknown origin stir, spreading their corruption throughout the silk realm...
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Souls-like 19.9%, Action RPG 12%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 9.4%
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 33.3%, Souls-like 16.5%, Action RPG 14.1%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
A metroidvania with: Both arcade and exploration areas - Use finite subweapons for advanced movement - Difficulty from casual up to souls-bourne-ring - Customize with equipment - Build your Town - Complete Quests - Having trouble on a stage? There are infinite lives; no game overs here!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Action RPG 15%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 10.4%, RPG 9.4%
Gal is a cave girl who had her boyfriend, Dude, abducted by aliens! Now she needs to save him, in this 2D mini metroidvania set during prehistoric times!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Action RPG 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 9.7%
SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 24.1%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 7%
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 25.8%, Souls-like 22.8%, Action RPG 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 10.2%
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 11.8%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
