- #1 Void Memory
97% matchMixed67% of 230 reviews2017
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Action 17.7%, Adventure 17.1%, Indie 12.1%, Platformer 7.5%
- #2 Chasm
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,617 reviews2018
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Adventure 8.6%, Action 8.2%, Platformer 8%
- #3 Overbowed
96% matchVery Positive91% of 86 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 48.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Action 10.4%, Adventure 9.9%, Platformer 9.4%
- #4 Souldiers
95% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Action 10.4%, Adventure 6.2%, Platformer 2.1%
- #5 Dungeon of Zolthan
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 531 reviews2016
Dev: Robert AlvarezPub: New Reality Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Dungeon of Zolthan is a casual, arcade-style metroidvania platformer where your goal is to defeat Zolthan; a powerful mage that lives inside the dungeon. Using an array of powerups and your own wit and guile, guide your character through Zolthan's Dungeon!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Indie 27.5%, Action 11.9%, Adventure 9.8%, Platformer 9.4%
- #6 Cathedral
94% matchMostly Positive73% of 445 reviews2019
Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 51%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 11.3%, Indie 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #7 After Death
93% matchVery Positive89% of 166 reviews2017
Dev: After Death Team
Windows
After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Action 12.7%, Adventure 12.5%, Indie 9.3%, Platformer 7.1%
- #8 Escape From Tethys
92% matchMixed69% of 457 reviews2018
Dev: Whimsical
Windows · Mac
You're trapped, alone and cold on a distant planet. Pursued by a droid with only one purpose: killing everything. You must find an escape. Explore the hostile environment, find secret upgrades and new weapons, and finally make your escape from this dark, hostile planet...
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.6%, Action 20.1%, Platformer 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
- #9 ReSetna
91% matchVery Positive83% of 174 reviews2025
Dev: Today's GamesPub: Module16
Windows
What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.3%, Platformer 12.4%, Action 12%, Adventure 10.8%, Indie 8.5%
- #10 Madness
91% matchMixed56% of 131 reviews2016
Dev: Indie Games StudioPub: Enoops
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You a hero, so have to explore a world full of dangers. overcome various difficulties, traps and demons.
Why similar: Action 34.7%, Adventure 26.6%, Indie 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, 2D 6.8%
- #11 Environmental Station Alpha
90% matchVery Positive83% of 1,601 reviews2015
Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Platformer 9%, Adventure 8%, Action 7%
- #12 The Mummy Demastered
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 898 reviews2017
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 3.8 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 55.6%, Action 14.1%, Adventure 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Platformer 5.7%
- #13 Axiom Verge
87% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Platformer 8.7%, Action 6.4%, Indie 5.8%
- #14 Kalinur
86% matchVery Positive96% of 492 reviews2022
Dev: Pixel vs Pixel
Windows
Defeat the mage Kalinur and bring peace back to the kingdom in this mini metroidvania with a lot of action.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, Platformer 13.1%, Action 12.4%, Adventure 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
- #15 An Imp? A Fiend!
89% matchMixed53% of 86 reviews2015
Dev: Blaze Epic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Stuck in the Underworld without the slightest clue why, a young fiend has a bit of a mystery to solve in this action/adventure platformer. With a world to explore, a past to uncover, and quite the task to complete, players must embark on a quest filled with monsters, towns, dungeons, bosses, and various platforming challenges.
Why similar: Action 26.7%, Adventure 26.4%, Indie 19.9%, Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%
- #16 Alchemist's Castle
88% matchMostly Positive78% of 139 reviews2017
Dev: Kabuk Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Fight your way through the dungeons of the Alchemist's Castle, collect power ups and take back what is rightfully yours from the Alchemist himself in this old-school metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, Action 13%, Indie 12.1%, Adventure 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%
- #17 Super Dungeon Boy
85% matchMostly Positive79% of 212 reviews2017
Dev: Tower Up Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 27%
2D platform game focused on intense combat against enemies and exploration of secret areas in dark dungeons full of dangers.
Why similar: Action 22.9%, Platformer 20%, Indie 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Adventure 15%
- #18 Unworthy
84% matchVery Positive81% of 842 reviews2018
Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.7%, Action 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Adventure 9.5%, Indie 8.8%
- #19 Sydney Hunter and the Curse of the Mayan
84% matchVery Positive87% of 90 reviews2019
Dev: CollectorVision Games
Windows · Mac
In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Action 21.3%, Adventure 19.2%, Indie 14.2%, Platformer 10.7%
- #20 Inescapable
86% matchMixed40% of 124 reviews2014
Dev: Magnetic Realms
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 27%
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 43.7%, Adventure 18.7%, Action 16.2%, Indie 13.5%, Platformer 8%
- #21 Beholgar
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 358 reviews2022
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 43%
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 45.8%, Action 13.2%, Platformer 12.9%, Adventure 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10%
- #22 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
83% matchMostly Positive71% of 260 reviews2017
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Platformer 13.3%, Action 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Adventure 11.8%
- #23 Stray Savior
80% matchVery Positive93% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.
Why similar: Action 22.3%, Platformer 22.2%, Adventure 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, Indie 10.1%
- #24 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons
81% matchVery Positive96% of 89 reviews2019
Dev: Adventure Islands
Windows · Mac
Hop into a Game Boy inspired metroidvania adventure! Explore a huge and open dungeon and find ability upgrades to help you in your quest! Can you survive the tiny dangerous dungeons and find the presumably huge treasure?
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Adventure 16.8%, Indie 12.5%, Action 12.2%, Platformer 11.4%
- #25 Elliot Quest
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 189 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 44.9%, Action 12.7%, Adventure 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Indie 8.5%
- #26 Deepening Fire
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 628 reviews2023
Dev: VeryBigDogPub: Merlion Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, Platformer 15.5%, Action 10%, Indie 8.6%, Adventure 8.4%
- #27 Indemon Tales
78% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Luzian
Windows · Mac · Linux
Earn the respect of a guild full of monsters and demons as a lone human by taking part in dangerous dungeon adventures and uncover secrets behind the mysterious demon kingdom of Tarborea.
Why similar: Adventure 42.4%, Pixel Graphics 32.2%, 2D 14.7%, Action 6.2%, Indie 4.4%
- #28 Azaran: The Demon Bottle
76% matchVery Positive93% of 67 reviews2025
Dev: Benji
Windows · Linux
Explore cryptic puzzle dungeons in this short, retro, action-adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Action 19.8%, Adventure 18%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, 2D 4.6%
- #29 Skautfold: Usurper
79% matchMixed69% of 340 reviews2018
Dev: Steve GalPub: Pugware
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Usurper is a Metroidvania Action-RPG. With Eldritch horrors having been unleashed by the outer-worldly Citadel, your job is to rid London of its terrors. Use the new "Guard" system that rewards skillful play and accuracy, to uncover the massive structure and defeat the nightmares lurking within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.7%, Action 16.2%, Indie 10.7%, Platformer 4.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%
- #30 Primal Light
77% matchVery Positive81% of 419 reviews2020
Dev: Fat Gem
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Inhabit Krog, a mysterious blue creature in a red loincloth, as he traverses a labyrinth of ladders, levers, traps, and monsters. Explore the nooks and crannies of a bizarre and evocative world as you hack and slash your way to victory, leaving a graveyard of grotesque bosses in your wake.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 30.9%, Action 19.8%, Indie 16.1%, Platformer 15%, Adventure 13.2%
- #31 Dispersio
78% matchVery Positive89% of 90 reviews2016
Dev: Achpile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Dispersio is a retro-style action platformer. As you progress through the game, you will have to use and combine special abilities, such as dashing, wall-jumping and more. There's even a hard mode for hardcore players.
Why similar: Adventure 36.4%, Indie 27%, Platformer 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 16%
- #32 Dwarf Journey
75% matchVery Positive93% of 364 reviews2021
Dev: Orube Game Studio
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Dwarf Journey is an action roguelite platformer with randomly generated levels. Defeat enemies, level up, assemble your rune build and collect minerals to forge better equipment on an epic journey in search of immortality.
Why similar: Adventure 27.5%, Action 26.4%, Platformer 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Indie 8.5%
- #33 Alwa's Awakening
76% matchVery Positive80% of 909 reviews2017
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.6%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Platformer 11%, Adventure 10.5%, Indie 8.5%
- #34 Rush to Adventure
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 50 reviews2017
Dev: Digital Awakening
Windows
Rush to Adventure is a retro fantasy speedrunning adventure. Inspired by classic NES titles like Zelda, Mario and Castlevania. You awaken on the shore of a cursed island. Your only way off the island is to fight the monsters and lift the curse.
Why similar: Action 25.1%, Adventure 24.8%, Indie 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Platformer 11.7%
- #35 The Little Brave
73% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: Dmitrii Batov
Windows
Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!
Why similar: Metroidvania 72.6%, Platformer 21.6%, Action 2.1%, Adventure 2.1%, Indie 1.5%
- #36 100 Pumpkins 2
74% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Jeremiah Stilts
Windows · Linux
Explore, solve puzzles, and fight your way through over 100 screens and return your pumpkin pals!
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, Platformer 12.3%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #37 Gato Roboto
71% matchVery Positive94% of 5,065 reviews2019
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 8.5%, Indie 8.4%
- #38 WarriOrb
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 175 reviews2020
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
Demons, giants, mutants, and a talking Ball with hybrid limbs?! In WarriOrb you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one. Will you do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.8%, Platformer 15.3%, Action 8.9%, Adventure 8.2%, 2D 5.8%
- #39 Yeomna : The Legend of Dongbaek
73% matchMixed53% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: catnipstudio
Windows
Yeomna is a Metrovania 2D action platform game. Take on the role of the Half-Demon exorcist Dongbaek, and complete the cases requested by Yeomna though combat and adventure in this dream-like, mysterious Underworld.
Why similar: Metroidvania 70.2%, Action 18.3%, 2D 6.3%, Indie 5.2%
- #40 Valdis Story: Abyssal City
72% matchVery Positive84% of 2,710 reviews2013
Dev: Endlessfluff Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 69.8%, Platformer 10.6%, Action 9.6%, Indie 5.6%, 2D 2.8%
- #41 Tearscape
67% matchVery Positive93% of 250 reviews2026
Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
Windows · Mac · Linux
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 9.9%, 2D 6.6%
- #42 Happy Souls
70% matchVery Positive81% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: Galactic GeckonPub: Galactic Geckon
Windows
Happy Souls is an action Metroidvania with puzzle elements reminiscent of old Zelda games. Navigate through two worlds filled with challenging puzzles, fearsome traps, and majestic enemies. Collect keys to advance and defeat the great dark evil lurking in hell.
Why similar: Metroidvania 76.5%, Adventure 14.1%, Action 9.4%
- #43 Kraino Origins
71% matchVery Positive93% of 81 reviews2022
Dev: GameAtomic
Windows
Fight monsters, ghosts, and zombies with your mighty sythe! Find all the secrets, and unlock powerful weapons! Avoid saws, fireballs, pools of acid, and spikes! Kraino Origins is retro gaming goodness!
Why similar: Action 24.3%, Platformer 24.1%, Adventure 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, 2D 8.4%
- #44 NightmareZ
75% matchMixed44% of 59 reviews2016
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
NightmareZ is a side-scrolling platform action game with multiple enemies, lots of fancy features and retro visuals. This is a retro styled platform and action game which will immerse you in a unique world full of good and evil demons.
Why similar: Action 34.7%, Indie 23.2%, Platformer 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, 2D 7.8%
- #45 Shadowcrypt
74% matchMixed58% of 111 reviews2014
Dev: One-bit Punch
Windows · Mac
Shadowcrypt is an arcade-style dungeon crawler with tactical sword & shield combat. Find the Necromancer and defeat his horde of undead warriors through a series of labyrinthine rooms.
Why similar: Action 36.6%, Indie 25.4%, Platformer 22.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%
- #46 Eldritchvania
69% matchVery Positive85% of 133 reviews2024
Dev: DeathCount Games
Windows
Explore unearthly ruins, solve arcane riddles and pick up your sword against the indescribable horrors that lurk amidst the forgotten depths of our world. Beware the creeping grip of madness as you uncover secrets not meant for the eyes of men!
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, Platformer 15%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 10.2%, 2D 5.7%
- #47 Kingdom Shell
69% matchVery Positive89% of 232 reviews2023
Dev: Cup of PixelsPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Adventure 11.8%, Action 9.9%, Platformer 7.4%
- #48 Makis Adventure
69% 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 50.1%, Action 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Adventure 8.6%, Platformer 8.1%
- #49 Inexistence
72% matchMixed66% of 371 reviews2016
Dev: Jonathan BRASSAUD
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 38.6%, Action 24.8%, Adventure 13.3%, Indie 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #50 Kautic - The Bald Wizard
71% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2017
Dev: Bad Coffee Games
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Kautic is an action platform game where villagers from a little Town have been petrified and now Kautic, the Bald Wizard, has the hard mission of saving them, but he will need to venture into a world controlled by evil creatures.
Why similar: Action 27.3%, Adventure 25.7%, Indie 19.9%, Platformer 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
- #51 Venture to the Vile
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 179 reviews2024
Dev: Studio Cut to BitsPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Dive into the strange town of Rainybrook, taken over by the “Vile” in this 2.5D metroidvania! Fight your way through treacherous terrains and defeat formidable bosses to absorb their powers! Will you save the town and find your missing friend Ella — or will you give in to the monster you've become?
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.4%, Platformer 15.3%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 11.8%
- #52 BLADECHIMERA
65% matchVery Positive89% of 1,329 reviews2025
Dev: Team LadybugPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore a dark and sinister Osaka as the Demon Hunter Shin. Battle demons, regain lost skills, and uncover the truth of your forgotten past in this exciting occult-inspired cyberpunk metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Action 9.9%, 2D 5.2%
- #53 Venture Kid
70% matchVery Positive83% of 224 reviews2018
Dev: Snikkabo ASPub: FDG Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes
Why similar: Action 33.9%, Indie 21.7%, Platformer 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, 2D 6.4%
- #54 Viktor
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 251 reviews2014
Dev: Shorebound Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Viktor is an action-packed sidescrolling adventure with gameplay inspired by classics such as Castlevania and Megaman. As Viktor, you will fight your way through hordes of relentless enemies, lurking traps, and fearsome bosses who will try to keep you from your mission.
Why similar: Action 31.3%, Adventure 26.3%, Platformer 21.4%, Indie 21%
- #55 THE GOOD OLD DAYS
64% matchVery Positive91% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: ヨコゴシステムズPub: GRAVITY
Windows · Linux
A nostalgic metroidvania from the good old days back in 19XX. Take on the role of Sean, a young boy who ventures into the fictional city of Arostia to repay his father's debt. Rescue your 3 friends from imprisonment, defeat strong enemies, all while getting your debt paid in time!
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Adventure 11.2%, Action 9.1%, Platformer 6.2%
- #56 Beyond the Ice Palace 2
65% matchMixed67% of 123 reviews2025
Dev: STORYBIRD StudioPub: PQube
Windows
Arise from the dead as the 'Cursed King' in an enthralling action platformer. Wield the chains that once imprisoned you to vanquish foes and traverse your fallen kingdom. Uncover hidden areas, strategically level up, and reclaim your throne by banishing colossal bosses!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Adventure 12.9%, Action 12.2%
- #57 Cursed Gem
67% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2020
Dev: AikonCWDPub: Vega Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Help Oliver in this retro-pixel and challenging platformer. Explore a cursed cave, full of traps, secrets and diamonds. Complete all levels, get the biggest diamond for your girlfriend and break the curse that is dooming you.
Why similar: Platformer 24.9%, Action 19.6%, Adventure 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Indie 12.6%
- #58 WarriOrb: Prologue
66% matchVery Positive88% of 399 reviews2019
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, Platformer 14.5%, Action 9.8%, Adventure 9.5%, Indie 6.3%
- #59 The Warrior
62% matchVery Positive97% of 248 reviews2025
Dev: ThornDuck
Windows · Mac · Linux
A unique platforming experience where the protagonist, story, and mechanics are constantly changing. Take control of legendary warriors, giant worms, greedy kings, and lazy demons, each with their own purpose.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27%, Platformer 25.3%, Adventure 24.2%, Action 16.2%, 2D 7.4%