- #1 Foregone
97% matchVery Positive82% of 1,396 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 18.1%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Hack and Slash 7.3%
- #2 Afterimage
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 9,999 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Souls-like 15.4%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Hack and Slash 10.9%, 2D Platformer 8.6%
- #3 Elypse
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 374 reviews2023
Dev: Hot Chili GamesPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Embark upon a tragic tale and discover the ravaged world of Elypse! Fight your destiny in an arduous 2D adventure, story rich platformer, in a mesmerising and mysterious world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 11.8%, Female Protagonist 9.9%
- #4 Moonscars
95% matchVery Positive83% of 1,466 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 25.6%, Souls-like 22.5%, Side Scroller 8.4%, 2D Platformer 7.7%, Hack and Slash 6.6%
- #5 9 Years of Shadows
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,183 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 32.9%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 8%, Female Protagonist 6.9%
- #6 Haiku, the Robot
94% matchVery Positive90% of 3,452 reviews2022
Dev: Mister Morris Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Nonlinear 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #7 Somber Echoes
93% matchVery Positive84% of 306 reviews2025
Dev: Rock Pocket GamesPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Armed with God-given powers, the revived tribune Adrestia is given a second chance to save the universe from her maniacal twin sister. Find secrets, acquire upgrades, and dominate mighty foes through sheer combat prowess as you explore and conquer the horrors of the forsaken vessel Atromitos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.7%, Souls-like 16%, 2D Platformer 10%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Multiple Endings 7.1%
- #8 BIOMORPH
92% matchVery Positive92% of 671 reviews2024
Dev: Lucid Dreams Studio
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
BIOMORPH is a dark metroidvania game where you become the creatures that you kill! Solve ingenious puzzles and navigate a stunning hand-drawn world. Meet quirky characters, rebuild a city, and uncover the secrets of a sprawling, fallen civilization… and of your own mysterious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Nonlinear 12.6%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #9 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
91% matchVery Positive83% of 1,186 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 18.3%, Souls-like 17%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
- #10 Vindilis
90% matchVery Positive97% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: François Mauxion
Windows
Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.4%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Female Protagonist 7.4%
- #11 Darxanadon
91% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Souls-like 19.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Nonlinear 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.2%
- #12 Nine Sols
89% matchVery Positive94% of 41,041 reviews2024
Dev: RedCandleGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 25.8%, Platformer 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #13 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 17,920 reviews2025
Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 18.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Souls-like 19.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Side Scroller 4.2%
- #14 Emberbane
88% matchMixed60% of 129 reviews2026
Dev: Hamlet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Souls-like 14.4%, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Side Scroller 12.5%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #15 Ghost Song
86% matchVery Positive83% of 1,413 reviews2022
Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Side Scroller 15%, Platformer 11.2%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Female Protagonist 7.7%
- #16 Rebel Transmute
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 275 reviews2024
Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 20.2%, Nonlinear 12.2%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Platformer 6.7%
- #17 Vigil: The Longest Night
85% matchVery Positive86% of 3,566 reviews2020
Dev: Glass Heart Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 20.2%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, Platformer 8%
- #18 Vernal Edge
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 637 reviews2023
Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Platformer 15.8%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, 2D 5%
- #19 HunterX
84% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 23.5%, Souls-like 21.4%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
- #20 Aestik
83% matchMostly Positive74% of 97 reviews2024
Dev: Hooded Traveler Games
Windows
Make impactful decisions in moral dilemma situations, which will change the course of your journey through this atmospheric, hand-drawn metroidvania. Explore the hazardous paths of the Realm of Aestik and fight its corrupted inhabitants as you unravel its deep-rooted mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 15.9%, Souls-like 14.4%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Dark Humor 11.1%, Side Scroller 9.3%
- #21 Transiruby
82% matchVery Positive92% of 302 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Hack and Slash 11%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #22 The Excrawlers
82% matchVery Positive88% of 120 reviews2023
Dev: Game Dynasty
Windows
Action-RPG slasher in which you have to get into the dark atmosphere of dungeons full of monsters and madness.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.1%, Hack and Slash 24.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Colorful 6.2%
- #23 Beholgar 2
80% matchMostly Positive77% of 72 reviews2025
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
The barbarian warrior Beholgar returns — and this time, his enemies are otherworldly! Deep beneath the earth, the mighty Djinn King stirs. To prevent his rise and save the world from eternal darkness, Beholgar embarks on a quest for a legendary, ancient sword.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.7%, Souls-like 15.9%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Side Scroller 12%, 2D Platformer 8.2%
- #24 The Knight Witch
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 924 reviews2022
Dev: Super Mega TeamPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The Knight Witch is a metroidvania adventure game with fast-paced, shoot 'em up combat set in a beautifully hand-drawn world. Cast devastating card-based spells, forge close bonds, and make moral choices all in your quest to save your home and discover who's behind the War Golem invasion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Female Protagonist 15%, Multiple Endings 9.3%, Exploration 8.3%, Story Rich 7.6%
- #25 The Vagrant
81% matchVery Positive90% of 8,587 reviews2018
Dev: O.T.K GamesPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, 2D 5.1%
- #26 Voidwrought
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 941 reviews2024
Dev: PowersnakePub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Platformer 11%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Exploration 8.4%
- #27 Rusted Moss
77% matchVery Positive89% of 1,593 reviews2023
Dev: EmlisePub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Rusted Moss is a twin-stick shooter metroidvania where you sling around the map with your grapple, blasting your way through witches and rusted machine monstrosities alike. This wasteland once harboring mankind has since fallen, and Fae long forgotten now knock on humanity's door...
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Platformer 16.3%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Multiple Endings 9.6%
- #28 The Tarnishing of Juxtia
79% matchMixed68% of 681 reviews2022
Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.9%, Metroidvania 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Platformer 8.9%
- #29 GwenBlade
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 59 reviews2023
Dev: ArcWillow
Windows
SLASH YOUR FEARS in light-paced action/platformer with Story-driven Roguelite in the minds of mentally ill people! Solodev project on UE5
Why similar: Hack and Slash 38.7%, Platformer 21.4%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Story Rich 9.9%, Action 4.4%
- #30 Solateria
75% matchVery Positive84% of 523 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 23.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Platformer 7.5%
- #31 Fatal Claw
73% matchVery Positive96% of 135 reviews2025
Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
Windows
Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Souls-like 17%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #32 Bloodecay
78% matchMostly Negative38% of 52 reviews2023
Dev: AlvaStudioPub: Fengfeng Network
Windows
A deadly plague known as erosion broke out in the land of Elworth. It corrupted all life, bringing pain and destruction – Idonia, as the knight accepting the bloodthirsty imprint set out on a path to redemption, exterminating plague minions and destroying ancient evils
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Multiple Endings 9.6%, Souls-like 8.2%
- #33 Batbarian: Testament of the Primordials
76% matchVery Positive81% of 284 reviews2020
Dev: Unspeakable PixelsPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Batbarian: Testament of the Primordials is a snarky action-adventure puzzle game with a good dose of humor. Explore hundreds of secret-filled rooms, fight big bosses, gather companions for your party and use the powers of Pip—your bat buddy—to solve puzzles and escape the eldritch abyss!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #34 Obsurity
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 275 reviews2020
Dev: Game Dynasty
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Discover all the secrets of two completely different worlds.
Why similar: Souls-like 36.6%, Hack and Slash 27.9%, Colorful 7.2%, Female Protagonist 6.5%, Atmospheric 5.8%
- #35 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,577 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 42.4%, Platformer 12%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Action-Adventure 6.5%, Action 5.7%
- #36 Gunbrella
73% matchVery Positive86% of 998 reviews2023
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Uncover the dark secrets of a gritty, tangled metropolis and battle diabolic villains with your trusty Gunbrella, a bulletproof brolly that doubles as a firearm.
Why similar: Side Scroller 39.8%, Platformer 23.9%, Exploration 16.8%, 2D 7.5%, Action 4.9%
- #37 GRIME
73% matchVery Positive85% of 6,541 reviews2021
Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 22.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Side Scroller 11%, Platformer 9.3%
- #38 Toziuha Night: Order of the Alchemists
72% matchVery Positive83% of 143 reviews2025
Dev: Danny Garay
Windows · Linux
This is the story of Xandria, an iron alchemist. She seeks revenge regardless of the consequences. To achieve it, Xandria fights with a powerful whip and the power of chemical elements. Find out more about her in this modern metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Platformer 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Side Scroller 13.2%, 2D Platformer 13%
- #39 GunGirl 2
76% matchVery Positive92% of 172 reviews2016
Dev: BlueEagle ProductionsPub: Paul Schneider
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
GunGirl2 is an action platformer in the style of games like Metroid, Castlevania or Cave Story. But with blood… LOTS of blood! Go on an epic adventure and explore a huge world with the heroic blonde chick GunGirl or her best friend GunDude.
Why similar: Action 54.5%, Adventure 45.5%
- #40 Stray Blade
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 521 reviews2023
Dev: Point Blank GamesPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Stray Blade is an action-adventure where you play a rogue Adventurer exploring the ancient Valley of Acrea with your companion, the Xhinnon wolf Boji. Unveil the history of the forgotten valley and master the powers of the three Acrean Metals to restore balance to this war-torn land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 25.5%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Exploration 8%
- #41 Maid of Salvation
71% matchVery Positive91% of 254 reviews2025
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
The latest title from the HunterX development studio, Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Platformer 7.8%
- #42 Cookie Cutter: Overkill Edition
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,399 reviews2023
Dev: Subcult Joint LTD
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Fueled by love but driven by rage, Cherry embarks on a blood-soaked quest for revenge, explores the massive Megastructure, and eviscerates the armies of Infornet in a best-in-class action-adventure that breaks tropes and bones.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Platformer 15.4%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Action-Adventure 11%, 2D 5%
- #43 Blade Kitten
74% matchVery Positive83% of 1,086 reviews2014
Dev: Krome Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In Blade Kitten, join Kit Ballard as she explores the mysterious world of Hollow Wish to hunt down rogue mechs and soft targets.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.1%, Platformer 30.9%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Action 8.9%, Adventure 7.3%
- #44 BLADECHIMERA
69% matchVery Positive89% of 1,367 reviews2025
Dev: Team LadybugPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 34.8%, Side Scroller 19.8%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 8.4%
- #45 Blasphemous
70% matchVery Positive90% of 63,499 reviews2019
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Souls-like 28.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Platformer 6.1%, Side Scroller 5.7%
- #46 ITORAH
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 907 reviews2022
Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Side Scroller 11%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Platformer 10.1%
- #47 INAYAH - Life after Gods
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 295 reviews2025
Dev: Exogenesis StudiosPub: Headup
Windows
A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Side Scroller 18.9%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 13.4%, Female Protagonist 5.8%
- #48 Dark Light
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 739 reviews2022
Dev: Mirari&Co.
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Dark Light is a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk action-platformer with intense hack'n slash combat. Explore the unknown, enhance your abilities with cyberwares, and face off against supernatural entities to seal the Dark Void and end the eternal darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Souls-like 34%, Platformer 11.6%, Atmospheric 4.9%, Action 4.7%
- #49 ScourgeBringer
69% matchVery Positive86% of 3,222 reviews2020
Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Platformer 17.4%, Action 16.6%, Adventure 14%, Female Protagonist 8.8%
- #50 Trinity Fusion
68% matchVery Positive86% of 879 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 24%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Platformer 10.9%, Female Protagonist 9.9%
- #51 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
67% matchVery Positive94% of 44,489 reviews2021
Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Souls-like 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Female Protagonist 12%, Multiple Endings 5.6%
- #52 Simona's Requiem
70% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2021
Dev: Team Simona
Windows · Mac · Linux
Simona's Requiem is a retro-styled platformer Inspired by old action-adventure games but with a modern touch. Pick up the scythe as Simona and slash your way to the Fisher King who has hidden behind the moon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.4%, Dark Humor 14.9%, Nonlinear 12.8%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 9%
- #53 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
71% 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 24.4%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Platformer 12.8%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #54 Hunt the Night
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 502 reviews2023
Dev: Moonlight GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation.
Why similar: Souls-like 37.9%, Dark Fantasy 24.2%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, 2D 5.4%
- #55 Awita: Journey of Hope
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: ant_game_projects
Windows · Linux
Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Souls-like 15.7%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Female Protagonist 8%
- #56 Bleak Sword DX
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 659 reviews2023
Dev: more8bitPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Discover and destroy increasingly horrifying creatures across an oppressive lofi world, wielding fierce weaponry and powerful magic in this pocket-sized action adventure.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.8%, Dark Fantasy 22.8%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, 2D 6.8%, Atmospheric 6.1%
- #57 Possessor(s)
64% matchMostly Positive76% of 588 reviews2025
Dev: Heart MachinePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Platformer 12.8%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #58 Shattered Divinities
62% matchVery Positive94% of 496 reviews2026
Dev: 星魂游戏Pub: TrueColor Games
Windows
Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Platformer 14.1%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%, 2D Platformer 6.7%
- #59 Venture to the Vile
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 182 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 22.1%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Multiple Endings 9.1%