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  1. #1 Rot In A Porcelain Dream
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Yamo Studios
    Windows

    Rot is a 2.5D tag-team action adventure that combines exploration and fighting game mechanics. Explore a dying, dark fantasy world warped by powerful personas known as beacons. Fight, survive, save your home, and watch as the world around is changed as the powers of the beacons strengthen or weaken.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 27%, Metroidvania 19.1%, Souls-like 15.9%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 10.3%

  2. #2 Oneirium
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ZeenaPub: Zeena Studio
    Windows

    Awaken to a realm where dreams and reality blur beyond recognition. As the Awakened One, you must traverse a haunting world of nightmares and fragmented memories, where nothing is certain and every shadow hides unspeakable truths. Traverse the Dream revealing the nature of existence itself.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 20.6%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 9.6%, Psychological 7.7%

  3. #3 Castleward
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Amanari Studio
    Windows

    Forge your destiny in Castleward! Play as Frida, a young witch and her living hat, facing cursed creatures in a dark castle. Explore striking areas in search of a way out and fight your own way in this challenging retro 2D action game!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Souls-like 16%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 13%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%

  4. #4 Bloodline
    95% matchMixed65% of 26 reviews2025
    Dev: Two Moons
    Windows

    Revenge against the forces of good! That is the goal of the dark elf Belphora, who wants to avenge the death of her father. Explore the beautiful pixel art world, find items to improve yourself and fight various enemies in this Metroidvania-like game. Fight for glory and revenge!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 21.9%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Platformer 11.2%

  5. #5 DEVIATOR
    94% matchMixed68% of 988 reviews2024
    Dev: Gami Studio
    Windows

    Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 23.9%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%

  6. #6 罪印 Seal of sins
    94% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2021
    Dev: 玄机子Pub: iFAction Studio
    Windows

    In a world with a strong ancient and wild atmosphere, you will experience many hardships, compose tragic epics in tense and exciting battles, integrate puzzle-solving elements, and face the dual challenges of strategy and operation!

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 23.5%, Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 22.9%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Dark 5.9%

  7. #7 Nightmare Materials
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: HKPub: Nameless Heaven
    Windows

    Nightmare Materials is a Pixel-Art Metroidvania with Combat, Puzzles and a lot of Exploration and discovering. As a Drone you explore a lost and mysterious World in search of the truth.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 26%, Metroidvania 19.2%, Souls-like 17.5%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 10%

  8. #8 RedCloak
    92% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Braveburst
    Windows

    The story of Little Red Riding Hood begins in the forest with her companion Light in an unfamiliar place with no memory. Enjoy a full-scale side-scrolling action RPG with tough boss battles where even a moment of inattention can kill you, and uncover the truth about the lost world.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 41.1%, Metroidvania 28.7%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Adventure 9.4%, 2D 3.9%

  9. #9 Quell the Disaster
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 速子
    Windows

    This is a 2D pixel horizontal board through the game, through the mouse and keyboard operation. Gain money by destroying monsters and strengthen your abilities; You can acquire additional weapons for special attacks. Players use maneuvers and their favorite extras to help them through the level.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.5%, Metroidvania 20.6%, Platformer 13.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, Adventure 8.4%

  10. #10 Pumpkin & Patch
    91% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Gourdfield Games
    Windows · Mac

    EmBARK on an all-new adventure with Patch, a one-eyed Shiba Inu dog in search of a new family. Travel with Patch and his new friend, Pumpkin, on this exciting 2D Metroidvania to battle dangerous bosses, explore the Hollowed Lands, and gain fun new abilities!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, 2D Fighter 30.3%, Platformer 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Action 7.3%

  11. #11 The Lost Key
    90% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
    Dev: AmmashDev
    Windows

    You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Souls-like 20.7%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%

  12. #12 Crownless
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio Wallnut
    Windows

    Carry your life as a fragile crown in Crownless! An epic action adventure built for exploration and punchy combat. Explore a vast hand-crafted 2D world, uncover forgotten realms, and dash, swim, and forge your way through the unknown.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Souls-like 24.4%, Platformer 16%, Action 6.5%, Dark 6.1%

  13. #13 Sunrise Of The Time: End Of Blue
    88% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
    Dev: EOSGAMES
    Windows · Mac

    No maps. No markers. Only dialogue, instinct, and a ruthless world. Sunrise of the Time: End of Blue is a dark 2D action-adventure built on rare but meaningful encounters. Survive Gilens’ first Hunt. This is not a power fantasy... it’s fate.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 32%, Metroidvania 18.3%, Souls-like 16.3%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action 8.2%

  14. #14 Lotus Knight
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stinky Tofu Games
    Windows · Mac

    Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Souls-like 30%, Platformer 17.6%, Action 5.6%, 2D 5%

  15. #15 BENBOWARS
    87% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Mr. Videogames
    Windows

    FIGHT or KILL your way thru a world under attack by THE EVIL SKELETON ARMY—Episodic 2D+ Super Action Platforminger Adventurevania—The Most Indie Game Ever Made—

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 24.6%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%

  16. #16 The Malice Kingdom
    86% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: The Cheesecake Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore an ancient world in The Malice Kingdom. Travel the rich and diverse landscape filled with ancient ruins, foreboding forests, and haunting mansions. Discover powerful weapons, befriend Whimsical characters, and uncover the dormant secret within the kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 22%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Platformer 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 9%

  17. #17 Realm Of I
    86% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2024
    Dev: outergod
    Windows

    Realm Of I is a side-scrolling Metroidvania where you take the role of a prophet. Explore the ravaged landscapes—from abandoned settlements and caverns to vibrant lands and floating islands—uncovering information and newfound abilities and spells to conquer challenges and defeat foes.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, 2D Fighter 24.3%, Souls-like 22.1%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 9.8%

  18. #18 Loreninha Paints Dreams and Rainbows
    85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Eminho & Lorena Team
    Windows · Linux

    A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Souls-like 25.8%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Dark 8.4%

  19. #19 Limbo
    84% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: 鱼俞
    Windows

    In Limbo you'll encounter all kinds of bizarre bosses with unpredictable moves, wield the bamboo root in your hand to defeat them

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.2%, Platformer 13.3%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Action 9.1%, Adventure 8.8%

  20. #20 CINCILLA
    84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Jesus G. PaternaPub: JPGames
    Windows · Mac

    CINCILLA es una aventura metroidvania 2D de fantasía oscura con temática pixel art. Explora un misterioso pueblo con más de 50 niveles interconectados y descubre los misterios que se ocultan entre los Hilos y la Superficie.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Souls-like 26%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action 6%

  21. #21 Parasitism
    83% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: ParasitismPub: SpartaCodingClub
    Windows

    A 2D soulslike action game built around real-time Protocol Switching. Change stances mid-combat to alter attack tempo and defense options, and counter enemy patterns.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.1%, Souls-like 28.3%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D Platformer 7.9%, Action 7.7%

  22. #22 Solateria
    81% matchVery Positive85% of 331 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 29.3%, Souls-like 25.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Platformer 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.3%

  23. #23 Obsidian Legion
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Palisade Games
    Windows

    Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Souls-like 27.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 7.6%

  24. #24 Soulflame
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Alex Eckardt Games
    Windows

    Fight, explore, and uncover the secrets of a world bound by nature and spirit — all to save the one person you have left.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 40%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Platformer 16.9%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 6.3%

  25. #25 Anatine
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Astrolabe Games
    Windows · Mac

    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 30.7%, Souls-like 27.3%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%

  26. #26 Dark Watcher
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Matsapura Games
    Windows

    Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Souls-like 19.1%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%

  27. #27 Count Pumpcula
    79% matchMixed69% of 13 reviews2024
    Dev: Luke EdwardsPub: Panda InkCorp
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    One misty moonlit night, Count Dracula is attacked by an orange object from the sky. He finds himself awaking on a mysterious island with a pumpkin stuck to his head. With the new power of the pumpkin that protects Dracula from sunlight, he must find his way off the island and back to his Castle.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.7%, Metroidvania 24.2%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 13.1%, Action 5.9%

  28. #28 Alice Into the Panopticon
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Lunarians
    Windows

    Guide Alice, a young girl lost in an unfamiliar and dangerous world, in her quest to return home. In this 2D action-adventure metroidvania game you will meet peculiar characters, traverse a multitude of sceneries, and fight powerful beings known as Egregores to unravel the truth.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Platformer 15.8%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Dark 7.3%

  29. #29 Miwa: The Sacred Fox
    78% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Baki Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Dive into Japanese-Hawaiian story, where light is the last hope to survive. Play as Shima Nobu and fox Miwa and save the village from darkness. Miwa: The Sacred Fox is an 2D adventure platformer game with many interesting puzzle elements and a beautiful hand-drawn mystical world.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 27.4%, Souls-like 23.7%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Platformer 11.3%

  30. #30 The Witch Blade
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SergS WorkshopPub: Rokyte Publishing
    Windows

    An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.

    Why similar: Souls-like 26.4%, Metroidvania 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 7.2%

  31. #31 SpellTome
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
    Windows

    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 30.3%, Souls-like 27.7%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action 4.7%

  32. #32 Midpoint
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Frandy
    Windows

    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 27.5%, Souls-like 25.5%, Platformer 13%, Dark Fantasy 11%, 2D Platformer 9.8%

  33. #33 Intertwined
    76% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: VoidNode
    Windows · Mac

    Choose between Seren and Umbra, two warriors who despise each other. Armed with a spear that can strike in any direction, explore a fractured world, uncover the truth behind your bond, and hunt down the one person you must destroy. Desperate for Separation~Forever Intertwined

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 26.2%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 8%, Psychological 5.3%

  34. #34 Steel Flood
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Egobounds
    Windows

    Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Souls-like 27%, Platformer 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Action 5.6%

  35. #35 Roc's Odyssey
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sunshine Festival Studios
    Windows

    Explore vast landscapes and get lost in a beautiful yet dangerous world in Roc's Odyssey. Filled with intense combat, strange allies, platforming, enemies, treasures, secrets, upgrades, friendships and lore this hand drawn action adventure will have you hooked!

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 24.6%, Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 16.9%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 10%

  36. #36 Grizzland
    76% matchPositive90% of 42 reviews2019
    Dev: Kiepska Spółka
    Windows

    Exploration is King. Swing your sword, jump, slash the Dinos, break the game, shrink and enlarge, jump again, explode and recombine yourself in order to learn more about the Grizzled Planet!

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 28%, Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 19.9%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 9.7%

  37. #37 TOOK: The Immortal Hero
    74% matchMostly Positive76% of 257 reviews2023
    Dev: 豆豆萌萌兔
    Windows

    A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!

    Why similar: Souls-like 28.4%, Metroidvania 26.8%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 9.7%, Dark 7.4%

  38. #38 Moonscars
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 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 32.2%, Souls-like 28.1%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Platformer 9.2%, Action 7%

  39. #39 The Unknown
    74% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Soul Coffee Game Studio's
    Windows

    Control Uriel, a brave girl armed with a great sword, on her epic journey through an unknown world. Take on fearsome foes in this thrilling mix of platforming and combat.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 23.3%, Metroidvania 20.6%, Action 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%

  40. #40 Mother's Sword
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Monsitle
    Windows

    Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.

    Why similar: Souls-like 33.9%, Metroidvania 32.1%, Platformer 9%, 2D Platformer 8%, Action 7.9%

  41. #41 Burning Sky
    73% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: House Raven Studios
    Windows

    Fight and survive a desolate half-destroyed planet cracker, teeming with mutated wildlife and robotic enemies. Will you make it out alive?

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 25%, Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 21.7%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 10.3%

  42. #42 Maev
    71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Keepsake
    Windows

    A 2D RPG with distinct combat and platforming mechanics to handle at the same time. Explore what Maev has done to the world after humans went extinct, upgrade your weapon and adapt. Through 3 sections of 10 maps, fit for speedrunning or discorvery, collect pieces of lost knowledge, and explore.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.6%, Metroidvania 20.8%, Platformer 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action 9.4%

  43. #43 Blood of Yamin
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Quintillion Games
    Windows

    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 23.5%, Souls-like 21.8%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%

  44. #44 Into The Wake
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Blazar Studios
    Windows

    In this 2D platformer, we travel with Vera on her quest to escape the Wake. The Wake is a depressing realm full of the demons of Vera’s mental illnesses as seen through her eyes. Run, jump and slash your way through nightmares. Each path leads you to an epic battle with the oppressors of that realm.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.7%, Souls-like 18.1%, Platformer 12.3%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%

  45. #45 Celestial Lumina
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Juan Centeno
    Windows

    Ascend from the depths as Evan, heir of a fallen underworld, to uncover the truth behind a world stripped of dawn. Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where Light clashes with the Darkness that stole the sky.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 24.8%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Platformer 10.4%

  46. #46 Overplasma
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Twisted 4M
    Windows

    Overplasma is a combat, platforming and exploration game in alien worlds where you must face challenging enemies and obstacles as a space explorer who was in the wrong place at the wrong time!

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.4%, Metroidvania 28.6%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 12.5%, Action 4.4%

  47. #47 Lightward
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wolfbit Games
    Windows · Mac

    Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.8%, Souls-like 30.9%, Platformer 15.3%, Action 6.6%, Adventure 4.9%

  48. #48 THE DARK DWELLERS
    71% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
    Dev: COLNELIUS
    Windows

    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 25.6%, Metroidvania 24.9%, Dark Fantasy 13%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 8.4%

  49. #49 Lady Hunt
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lowpix Games
    Windows

    Lady Hunt is a pixel art action platformer, set in a dark gothic world, where blood has been infected. You play as a huntress, who must find a way to purify this world, inhabited by monsters and beasts.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 42.7%, Souls-like 20.8%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9%

  50. #50 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
    Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 42.7%, Metroidvania 28.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Platformer 6.6%, Action 4.1%

  51. #51 Brizo
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 朱展鹏Pub: 游龙翼道
    Windows

    DreamKiller is a 2D side-scrolling action game that combines strategy cards with intense combat. Control Irene as she navigates a world where dreams and reality merge, piecing together the shattered Dream Interpretation Codex. Use card-switching to unleash powerful skills in a Souls-like challenge.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 23.9%, Platformer 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.9%

  52. #52 Salt and Sanctuary
    69% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

    Why similar: Souls-like 46.3%, Metroidvania 24.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Platformer 7.1%, Dark 3.6%

  53. #53 The Tarnishing of Juxtia
    68% matchMixed68% of 654 reviews2022
    Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 7.2 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 25.9%, Metroidvania 20.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 11%

  54. #54 Moksha
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: KoS Studios
    Windows · Mac

    A story depicting emancipation from suffering caused by various emotions and cruelty environments. Focused on brutal action, it draws players into the world with not only fists but also lots of weapons. Will she be able to learn what should become in order to truly overcome from her suffering ?

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 43.2%, Souls-like 29.4%, Action 11.4%, Dark 10.9%, 2D 4.5%

  55. #55 MYCO
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LilyPadDev
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Embark on a quest to the corrupted hill to save your long-lost brother.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.6%, Metroidvania 22.3%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Action 10.2%, Adventure 8.2%

  56. #56 Tartapolis
    69% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2021
    Dev: Fusion Studios
    Windows

    Explore a huge metropolis full of dark corners, aware technology and shady characters. Fight your way through, as you evolve your fighting skills, acquire and upgrade weapons, tune up bots and complete side quests as you discover the true face of the city!

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.4%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 21.8%, Platformer 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%

  57. #57 Silent Santicado
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vigilant Addiction Studios
    Windows

    Explore a silent, crumbling world in Silent Santicado! A retro journey through a fallen kingdom tainted by lost magic. Explore overgrown ruins, encounter a cast of peculiar characters, and defeat a menagerie of twisted enemies as you search for the source of Santicado's curse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 27.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Platformer 5.4%

  58. #58 Elysian Echoes
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Grinding Crow
    Windows

    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 27.7%, Souls-like 24.2%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

  59. #59 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
    66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Ongar Studio
    Windows

    2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 26%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Action 6.2%

  60. #60 Blade Jumper
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 54 reviews2022
    Dev: bit paradigmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Seoul, 2045. Climb the Kukuru Tower, a giant structure with an unfathomable width and height, facing the truths about the city at its pinnacle.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 24.9%, Metroidvania 16.3%, Souls-like 15.1%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 14.5%

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