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Games Like Demon Runner The Forsaken

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Platformer, Metroidvania, Action-Adventure.

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Demon Runner: The Forsaken is a 2D side scrolling, platformer, metroidvania style game. It features 30 levels, 5 different difficulty settings, and 2 different endings. This game will challenge even some of the best speed runners and is a must have for those who seek a challenging game.

Reviews: 5 user reviews — 80% — of 5 reviews
Released: 2021-10-19
Developer: Blue Slayer Gaming
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 Orin
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jumit
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Orin is a fast-paced metroidvania inspired by the story of a valiant warrior in the enchanting Eldoria. Explore mighty ruins, fight malevolent enemies, and forge unexpected alliances in this captivating world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Precision Platformer 16%, Platformer 15.4%, 2.5D 13.4%, Action-Adventure 13.3%

  2. #2 Dark Throne
    96% matchMixed65% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: Elroy SaltzherrPub: Dark Throne
    Windows

    Awaken as a knight in this 2D Metroidvania platformer. Explore, unlock abilities, and battle foes to escape a treacherous dungeon.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Precision Platformer 18.7%, Platformer 12%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

  3. #3 Lumen Veil
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Obox
    Windows

    A dark metroidvania where you play as a silent, white-hooded specter drifting through forgotten realms. Master precise hand-drawn platforming and uncover the mystery of the veil.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Platformer 16.5%, Action 15.5%, 2.5D 15%, Action-Adventure 14.8%

  4. #4 GladMort
    95% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2025
    Dev: ChipsOnSteroidsPub: PixelHeart
    Windows

    In a faraway kingdom in a land of legend, a mysterious plague of unknown origin has rapidly infected the population. Dubbed the "Red Plague", the evil nature of the phenomenon is unmistakable: the dead begin to rise from their graves, and demonic incarnations begin to appear.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 23.6%, Platformer 21.2%, Action 20.6%, Action-Adventure 17.3%, Medieval 10.2%

  5. #5 Escape From Tethys
    94% 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 45.5%, Platformer 23.1%, Action 18.8%, Action-Adventure 12.6%

  6. #6 Vínculo
    94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Eric Ríos Hamilton
    Windows

    Embark yourself on an adventure through the Marble Palace and uncover the plentiful secrets it hides! Explore magnificent views and fight through the hostile halls of the palace, all while making use of the innovative plane change mechanics!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Precision Platformer 20.8%, 2.5D 12.4%, Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

  7. #7 Bruno: Lost In Nightmares
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bruno Batista
    Windows

    A Metroidvania game Where the player will have to face their worst nightmares With a sword, bow and arrow, and some secret powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Dungeon Crawler 23.8%, Platformer 17.4%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Action 15.1%

  8. #8 Reknum Cheri Dreamland
    92% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2021
    Dev: NAPE GAMES
    Windows

    Face the fears from your dreams to save the kingdom in this 2D retro advenure!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Action 16.9%, Platformer 16.6%, Precision Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 15.4%

  9. #9 Into The Underdusk
    91% matchMixed68% of 28 reviews2022
    Dev: Stone Crow Games
    Windows

    Get lost in the Underdusk: a broken world full of danger and mystery. Experience brutal precision platforming, search for collectibles to expand your powerset and regain your lost memories in an atmospheric 2D pixel art adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Precision Platformer 22.9%, Platformer 14.9%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Action 8.3%

  10. #10 Grapixo Arte em Guerra
    91% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Akyoma StudioPub: MIRA AÇU
    Windows

    Scratch in a 2.5D world that blends hip hop aesthetics with action/platforming, where urban art has come to life. Explore dynamic environments, face cleaning robots, and uncover secrets of this vibrant world as you reclaim your identity in this intense and colorful adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, 2.5D 21.3%, Platformer 18.3%, Action 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

  11. #11 Super Mombo Quest
    90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 854 reviews2021
    Dev: Orube Game Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Precision Platformer 23.8%, Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action 10%

  12. #12 The Forgotten Castle
    89% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
    Dev: DogKing Games
    Windows

    Play as an old man who wakes up in a mysterious castle full of magic and danger. Explore every corner of the castle and discover what is hidden between the walls of this misterious and ancient place while you keep fighting with monsters and improving your abilities.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Dungeon Crawler 24.3%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Action 11.7%, Medieval 9.5%

  13. #13 Kodama: Slumber of the Gods
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: VP Games
    Windows

    Kodama is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure set in the world of Japanese folklore. Experience fast-paced platforming, fluid combat, and a mystical journey through a colorful, spirit-filled land.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Precision Platformer 18.1%, Platformer 17.8%, Action 16.4%, Action-Adventure 15.9%

  14. #14 Golden Knight
    88% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: Guara Studios
    Windows

    Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Platformer 17.3%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action 10.5%

  15. #15 A.T.O.M.
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Beta Game Studio
    Windows · Mac

    An atmospheric 2D sidescroller platformer metroidvania game in a post nuclear-disaster setting where you play as a nuclear-fueled droid sent to Earth to find out if human life is possible once again. You will explore unique areas, unlock secret paths, learn new abilities, fight bosses and more!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Dungeon Crawler 18.7%, 2.5D 14.2%, Platformer 13.5%, Action 9.9%

  16. #16 Whim
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pixel Stonk
    Windows

    On the surface, a 2D platformer right out of the '80s video game playbook. The eponymous Whim walks and jumps his way through static rooms, avoiding the baddies and other hazards, and collecting various items. But this game is so much more than that...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Precision Platformer 23.5%, Platformer 16.1%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Action 6.9%

  17. #17 Exile's End
    86% matchMostly Positive70% of 47 reviews2015
    Dev: Magnetic RealmsPub: Marvelous
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Japan's take on classic Commodore 64/Amiga action-adventure games. NOT a Metroidvania. Use your wits and your weapons to discover an ancient secret and gain your redemption. Art and music by Japanese legends of console gaming.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Action 33.3%, Platformer 20.4%

  18. #18 Shadow Complex Remastered
    86% matchVery Positive85% of 953 reviews2016
    Dev: ChAIR EntertainmentPub: Epic Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered. 10+ hrs of exploration and fast-paced combat from award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, dynamic melee take-downs, and new Master Challenges.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, Platformer 20.7%, 2.5D 17.8%, Action 13%, Singleplayer 0.9%

  19. #19 Battery Samurai
    84% 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 41.8%, Platformer 18%, Precision Platformer 14.8%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Action 10.9%

  20. #20 Ichiro
    84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: SeikaGames
    Windows

    This is a difficult metroidvania style game with 90's arcade mechanics. It requires precision jumping and good highlights to shoot and jump.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Platformer 20.1%, Action 18.5%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, Dark Fantasy 9%

  21. #21 Shadow Labyrinth
    82% matchMixed57% of 323 reviews2025
    Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
    Windows

    Shadow Labyrinth is a 2D action platformer and a genre-twisting alternate take on the iconic PAC-MAN. As The Swordsman, you wake on a mysterious planet amidst relics of wars past. To survive you will discover secrets, consume your enemies, and grow from prey to apex predator.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Platformer 16.6%, Action 16%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Dark 8.2%

  22. #22 Corrupt Eldritch Order
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: WolverineSoft StudioPub: WolverineSoft
    Windows · Mac

    Play as an assassin hired to complete a job in a dark city filled with corrupted beasts. A 2D Action-platformer where each level will test your will, ingenuity, and resourcefulness as you wade through beasts on your journey to complete your job.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Action 20.2%, Action-Adventure 19.6%, Platformer 16%, Dark 7.5%

  23. #23 House of Shadow
    82% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: High Clarity Games
    Windows

    House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Action-Adventure 18.7%, Precision Platformer 18.5%, Action 9.8%, Platformer 9.3%

  24. #24 Candle Knight
    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 48 reviews2023
    Dev: Dracma Studios
    Windows

    Never let your light go out. Wield a powerful flame, overcome menacing creatures and explore the shadows of a ruined castle in this compelling 2.5D action adventure platformer which features a unique dynamic difficulty system.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Platformer 16.3%, 2.5D 13.1%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action 9.3%

  25. #25 Endless Night: The Darkness Within
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Little Guy Games
    Windows · Linux

    Help Jake survive his inner darkness in Endless Night: The Darkness Within — a psychological action-adventure through surreal dreamworlds and fractured memories. Master fluid platforming, battle twisted manifestations of fear, and uncover the truth buried deep in Jake’s subconscious.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, 2.5D 17.5%, Platformer 16%, Precision Platformer 13.3%, Action 9.2%

  26. #26 Janosik 2: Prologue
    79% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2024
    Dev: Onix GamesPub: Retrovibe
    Windows · Linux

    Pick up the mantle of the plucky maiden getting ready for her date night that is unceremoniously interrupted by the dastardly duo of Countess Bathory and Baron de Blonde in this prologue to the colourful Janosik 2 retro action-platformer…

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Precision Platformer 21.6%, Platformer 18.5%, Action-Adventure 16%, Action 11.8%

  27. #27 Solaris: Good Harvest
    80% 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 29.1%, Platformer 19.9%, Action 19.2%, Action-Adventure 18%, Medieval 8.4%

  28. #28 Garm Ruins
    78% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2024
    Dev: kiukiu
    Windows

    An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Action 25%, Action-Adventure 23%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  29. #29 Necrosphere64
    78% matchPositive94% of 36 reviews2024
    Dev: Any%
    Windows

    An adventure that will test your skills using only 2 buttons!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Precision Platformer 26.5%, Platformer 16.4%, Action 9.5%, Multiple Endings 5%

  30. #30 We're Closed Sorry
    79% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2023
    Dev: GUMBO DAY
    Windows

    We're closed sorry is a metroidvania in which the player controls both a titular hero traversing the interior of a retro supermarket store and the owner of the store. Immerse in an action-adventure while combating bugs, finding secrets, and becoming a dreamt hero.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, 2.5D 21.3%, Action 16.7%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  31. #31 Wolf Knight Memoir
    77% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: Phat Playing Panda
    Windows · Mac

    Take command of the Wolf Knight to help him remember his dramatic past life through a story driven adventure and test your skills in this challenging Metroidvania game with die and retry platforming features happening in the fantastic 2D hand drawned world of Aurora.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Precision Platformer 20.7%, Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Medieval 8.7%

  32. #32 Corrupt
    77% 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 33.6%, Platformer 19.1%, Action-Adventure 17.1%, Action 17%, Dark 7.9%

  33. #33 Jubilee
    76% matchVery Positive97% of 102 reviews2021
    Dev: finalbossblues
    Windows

    Challenging precision platformer based on tight, fluid movement. Open map layout with multiple routes. Collect gems and save animals.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Platformer 23.1%, Precision Platformer 23%, Action 18.8%, Indie 1.5%

  34. #34 Zombie Good Guy
    76% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2022
    Dev: Archor WrightPub: Archor Games
    Windows

    You are the Last Zombie on Earth and You are the Good Guy. The Evil Humans are trying to destroy You. Can You Survive ?

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 36.3%, Action 24%, Action-Adventure 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 17%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  35. #35 ARTMESS
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: FIMstudio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Seeking her lost drawings, Maya and a mysterious companion enter a fairytale world turned nightmare. Explore stunning locations, meet mythical characters, and battle the darkness to uncover the truth!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Platformer 18.7%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Dark 11.1%

  36. #36 Him
    74% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: Gumbo Day
    Windows

    Thousands of spaceships entered the galaxy to mine what does not belong to them! Him is a third person casual game where the player runs and jump between home planets to destroy the invading space pirates and their spaceships under a limited time before they mine the lands.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.2%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Action 13.3%, 2.5D 10.3%, Platformer 9.1%

  37. #37 SAOMI
    74% matchVery Positive95% of 74 reviews2022
    Dev: Naoka StudioPub: Naoka Games
    Windows

    Saomi is a little adventurer who likes challenges and exploring new places. In this adventure, Saomi sets out in search of a very rare diamond that was lost in an old family treasure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Precision Platformer 19.2%, Platformer 16.8%, Dungeon Crawler 14.6%, Action-Adventure 13.4%

  38. #38 ReSetna
    72% 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 57.6%, Platformer 24.3%, Action 14.8%, Indie 3.4%

  39. #39 Flat Kingdom Paper's Cut Edition
    75% matchMostly Positive73% of 198 reviews2016
    Dev: Fat Panda GamesPub: Games Starter
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    The Flat Kingdom is a beautiful and peaceful 2D land, but now it’s threatened by an evil thief and becoming 3D! The only who can stop the chaos is Flat, a little hero able to change into a circle, triangle or square in order to solve puzzles, overcome obstacles and defeat giant bosses!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Platformer 26.6%, Action 16.4%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Indie 5.5%

  40. #40 Blightened
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: xombis
    Windows

    Blightened is a dark fantasy 2.5D Metroidvania platformer where corruption fuels both survival and power. Explore fractured timelines, channel volatile blight into abilities, and battle monstrous guardians across collapsing realms.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Precision Platformer 23%, 2.5D 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

  41. #41 Mira The Dreamers
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sinecera StudioPub: Dawnbright Games
    Windows

    Awaken in a silent nightmare where memories turn into monsters. Mira is an atmospheric 2D Metroidvania set in a fractured subconscious. Master fluid combat, piece together lost dreams, and uncover the mystery of the Somnus in a world reacting to your every move.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Precision Platformer 22.2%, Action 15.8%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Dark 7.2%

  42. #42 Honey's Sweet Revenge
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: etheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
    Windows

    Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.2%, Action-Adventure 18.9%, Action 16%, Platformer 14.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  43. #43 The Throne
    72% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2024
    Dev: BeByte Tecnología
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    "The Throne" is a medieval adventure in true Metroidvania style. Get lost in a huge castle with 2.5D pixel art environments and increase your power with new abilities you find along the way. Fight fearsome bosses and navigate dangerous traps to make your way to the throne room!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, 2.5D 19.8%, Platformer 18.7%, Action-Adventure 16.2%, Action 7.1%

  44. #44 Silvercall
    71% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: CUNX
    Windows · Mac

    Silvercall​​ – A retro action-platformer RPG. Play as an amnesiac adventurer, battling through perilous terrain and collecting Memory Crystals to uncover your past and your lover's dark transformation into the "Saintess".

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, Platformer 19%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Action 11.4%, Medieval 6.6%

  45. #45 Glitcheon
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: River ForgePub: River Forge Games
    Windows

    Explore a dystopian future in this Metroidvania platformer in which you use glitchy abilities to launch yourself and enemies across the level at high speeds, create temporary platforms, and more in your search to uncover the secrets of your origin in The Forum.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Precision Platformer 20.6%, 2.5D 16.8%, Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 11.5%

  46. #46 Gaze Of The Eyeless
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Initiator Games
    Windows · Mac

    Gaze of the Eyeless is a 2D action adventure platformer! Choose your own path through the unwinding caverns of the underworld. Use ancient swords and guns to fight horrific monsters. Make friends, enemies, and Meet elder gods! Can you survive the unwinding caverns of the underworld?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Platformer 17.9%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, Action 11.1%

  47. #47 The Dark Heart of Balor
    69% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2026
    Dev: Game Artists, LLC
    Windows

    Archdemon Balor has opened the Gate of Hell into the human realm and hordes of demons and monsters have flooded into your world destroying everything in their path. You must protect those who are still alive and ultimately destroy Balor to close the Gate.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Dungeon Crawler 20.1%, 2.5D 14.9%, Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.6%

  48. #48 Jumper Jon
    70% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Ogre Pixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Jumper Jon is a 30-second metroidvania-style platforming adventure!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Precision Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 17.5%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Action 9.6%

  49. #49 Side Scape
    70% matchPositive92% of 39 reviews2023
    Dev: MathanGames
    Windows

    A light-hearted, Side-Scroller/ Top-Down hybrid!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Dungeon Crawler 28.1%, Platformer 16.3%, Action 10.3%, Medieval 3.5%

  50. #50 Dusted Dusk
    69% 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 44.2%, Action-Adventure 16%, Platformer 13.5%, Action 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%

  51. #51 Iltami
    69% match5 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Nikola
    Windows

    2D Fantasy game. Chill and easy to play or fast and difficult..? The GREEN circle is for play, the BLUE circle is for controls. Collect all the birds and reach all the levels as fast as possible. Have fun! It goes well with red wine or cold beer...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Precision Platformer 18.4%, Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Runner 9.8%

  52. #52 Necrosphere
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 143 reviews2017
    Dev: Cat Nigiri
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    A full-blown adventure played with only two buttons. Become the recently deceased agent Terry Cooper and escape the underworld while facing the toughest, meanest and most difficult obstacles ever devised.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.7%, Metroidvania 26.3%, Action 15.6%, Platformer 13%, Indie 3.3%

  53. #53 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
    68% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,561 reviews2021
    Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Platformer 18%, Action 15.6%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Indie 3.5%

  54. #54 Chern
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Gamega
    Windows

    Embark on an exciting journey through the vast locations of a fantasy universe inspired by Slavic mythology. We got inspiration from genres such as metroidvania, soul-like and classic RPGs, while working on the design of the game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Dark 11.4%

  55. #55 The Last Awen
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Instinto Studios
    Windows

    Explore and protect the endangered forest as Fae, the last guardian. Face enemies, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden secrets in a challenging 2.5D metroidvania. The Last Awen combines action and exploration in a captivating visual experience.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Platformer 20.8%, Action-Adventure 18.7%, 2.5D 15.2%, Action 5.6%

  56. #56 Pulse Jumper
    68% matchPositive83% of 24 reviews2021
    Dev: Fifth Edge Studios
    Windows

    Pulse Jumper is a Precision-Platformer where you can jump with guns!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Precision Platformer 25%, Platformer 17%, Action-Adventure 13%, Action 7.4%

  57. #57 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
    Windows

    A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Platformer 21.1%, Action 19.7%, Action-Adventure 18.5%, Medieval 7.5%

  58. #58 Xolotl
    67% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
    Dev: Anchor Games
    Windows · Mac

    Jump, dash, and swim in this epic adventure! Explore the vast Aztec lands in an axolotl action-platformer! Xolotl is a cute, 2D action-platformer, in which your goal is to regain your godly form and powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Precision Platformer 24.8%, Platformer 16%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Action 7.7%

  59. #59 Ataraxie
    66% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2024
    Dev: Studio Gravenoire
    Windows · Linux

    ATARAXIE, in the pure style of retro games, ties itself with the SNES Gaming era and embrace difficulty, for it wishes to give experienced gamers/players the test they are really looking for!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Platformer 20.3%, Action 19.8%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, Multiple Endings 5.3%

  60. #60 Somnium Shore
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
    Windows

    A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Platformer 24%, Precision Platformer 16.7%, Action 13.6%, Indie 2.4%

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