60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Action, 2D, Singleplayer.
Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Akatori
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Enemies Within
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.8%, Souls-like 17%, Difficult 9%, Side Scroller 8.6%, 2D Platformer 7.1%
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 17.6%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Difficult 8.5%, 2D Platformer 7.6%
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 19.3%, Metroidvania 18.2%, Difficult 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Side Scroller 9.3%
Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 20.7%, Difficult 11.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%
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 21.6%, Souls-like 17.8%, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 10%, Difficult 9.5%
Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Souls-like 18.3%, Difficult 10.6%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Platformer 7.1%
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 22.7%, Souls-like 21.5%, Difficult 10.4%, Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8%
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 20.5%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%
Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 21.4%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 9.6%, Open World 5.5%
GINSHA is a unique atmospheric pixelart Action Adventure Platformer with special Gravity Shield and Dash Mechanics. It combines a versatile Platformer core with RPG, Souls and Crafting Elements to an Anomaly among Metroidvania games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 19%, Side Scroller 12.6%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Platformer 8.1%
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 20%, Souls-like 19.3%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Difficult 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%
"ARO: Tales in the Dome" is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure game. Play as Aro and explore an elemental world sealed beneath the dome. As the journey unfolds, uncover the hidden conspiracy and face the truth about the world, the dome, and yourself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 19.3%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Difficult 10%, 2D Platformer 8%
Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Souls-like 19.8%, Difficult 9.9%, Platformer 8.5%, Side Scroller 6.8%
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 12.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Hand-drawn 6.4%
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 25.2%, Souls-like 22.7%, Side Scroller 8%, 2D Platformer 6.5%, Platformer 6.3%
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Souls-like 19.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, 2D Platformer 7.9%, Open World 7.8%
You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Souls-like 18%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Platformer 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
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 23.8%, Souls-like 21.7%, Difficult 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Platformer 6.9%
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 24.5%, Souls-like 21.8%, Platformer 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
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 24.1%, Souls-like 16.8%, Side Scroller 12.8%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Platformer 8%
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 21.5%, Souls-like 19.4%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Souls-like 19.6%, Side Scroller 13%, Platformer 8.2%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
Chiaroscuro is a 2D adventure platformer with metroidvania elements. Explore a world that has fallen into darkness and discover the Lights to illuminate your forgotten past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Difficult 10.9%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Platformer 9%, 2D Platformer 7.2%
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 20.8%, Souls-like 19.1%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
Immerse yourself in this strange Colorless World. Unleash new mechanics and defeat obstacles, monsters, and bosses. As you unravel a hidden story told between the lines that will shape your ultimate destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 21.4%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 9.2%, Difficult 8.3%
SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 22.5%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 9.8%, Side Scroller 5.8%
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.6%, Metroidvania 19.7%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 23.9%, Difficult 11.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Exploration 3.8%
Gedda Cake is a metroidvania about Dragons and Cakes. Play as 6 characters with unique skills and playstyles, swap between them on the fly, battle dangerous foes and explore the vast sugar-coated lands of Sugria. Help them reclaim their invaded world and get The Cake!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 20.9%, Difficult 11%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Platformer 9.1%
Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Souls-like 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Souls-like 18.9%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Difficult 9.3%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Souls-like 20.7%, Difficult 11%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 9%
"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 17.1%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Platformer 8.1%, Female Protagonist 7.2%
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: Souls-like 19.6%, Metroidvania 19.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 8.1%
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Souls-like 17.4%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Difficult 9.3%, 2D Platformer 7.5%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 23%, Metroidvania 21.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Side Scroller 6.5%
Embark on a thrilling journey of self-discovery in a world where magic reigns and humanity has crumbled, as you traverse through challenging environments and uncover the truth behind your lost memories in this dynamic metroidvania game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Souls-like 18.6%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Platformer 7.9%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 20.9%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 4.9%
Embark on an epic journey in Ceplion, a metroidvania-inspired action-platformer. Explore the Ceplion Island, uncovering mysteries and ancient secrets. Engage in precise combat against believers and monstrous creatures. Harness the power of inheritors to bring an end to the relentless war.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, Souls-like 17.5%, Difficult 11%, Platformer 8.9%, Medieval 7.3%
Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 23%, Difficult 14.4%, Platformer 7.7%, Exploration 4.2%
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 31.3%, Souls-like 15.7%, Platformer 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 11%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
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 24.7%, Souls-like 21.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 9.2%
Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.2%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Souls-like 14.5%, Open World 9.6%, Difficult 7.8%
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Souls-like 20.3%, Side Scroller 13.6%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Platformer 8.2%
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 26%, Souls-like 22.8%, Difficult 13.2%, Platformer 8.8%, Female Protagonist 6.7%
Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Souls-like 18.6%, Difficult 7.6%, 2D Platformer 6.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%
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 22.3%, Souls-like 17.2%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Difficult 8.7%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Souls-like 22.1%, Side Scroller 13.6%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Female Protagonist 6.9%
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 21.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
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 27.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Side Scroller 10.8%, 2D Platformer 7.4%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 20.8%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 17.4%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Platformer 6.8%
2D-Action-Platformer with terrain transformation. Place tiles to reach new heights, block incoming projectiles, or hide yourself from the enemy. All abilities/weapons acquired are equipped at all times. Stand still and hold fire for a laser beam, move and fire for a bubble, move and hold to roll…
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 20.2%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 9%, Open World 7.6%
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: Souls-like 20.2%, Metroidvania 20.1%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Difficult 10%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%
Nonu is a 2D souls-like where every action draws from two interlinked resources—one stemming from your inner strength, the other granted by a higher power. Explore to uncover artifacts that enable dissimilar builds, and piece together the secrets of a dying world.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.7%, Metroidvania 19.5%, Difficult 10.4%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
"Children of the Birch" is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the mythology of various Slavic peoples and combining a sophisticated platformer with a depressing narrative.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Souls-like 24%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 7%
Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Souls-like 19.1%, Difficult 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Platformer 8.2%
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 26.4%, Souls-like 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
