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Games Like ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Platformer, 2D, Action.

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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.

Reviews: Very Positive — 94% — of 45,640 reviews
Released: 2021-06-21
Developer: Live Wire
Publisher: Binary Haze Interactive
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 5.3 hrs
Mean playtime: 17.9 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 86%

Overview

What makes ENDER LILIES stand out is its mix of melancholic dark-fantasy atmosphere, challenging 2D combat, and ability-driven exploration wrapped in a haunting soundtrack. These picks focus on that same overlap of metroidvania structure, weighty souls-like danger, ruined-world storytelling, and either a similarly somber tone or a closely matched combat feel.

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  1. #1 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,655 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 41.9%, Souls-like 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Great Soundtrack 9%

    Why You'll Like It: It is the closest match by far, carrying over ENDER LILIES' moody 2D exploration, spirit-assisted combat style, and sorrowful post-apocalyptic atmosphere.

  2. #2 Vigil: The Longest Night
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 3,626 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 35.8%, Souls-like 23.8%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Difficult 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: This is one of the nearest soulsvania counterparts, with a female lead, oppressive gothic horror tone, and punishing side-scrolling combat.

  3. #3 Hollow Knight
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 558,466 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 41.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    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 38.7%, Souls-like 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 15%, Difficult 7.4%, Dark Fantasy 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Its lonely atmosphere, difficult exploration-driven progression, and beautifully mournful world make it a natural next step for ENDER LILIES fans.

  4. #4 Moonscars
    95% matchVery Positive83% of 1,510 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 44.6%, Souls-like 29.9%, Female Protagonist 8%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, Difficult 3.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Moonscars mirrors ENDER LILIES with bleak dark-fantasy imagery, precise 2D souls-like combat, and a haunted, melancholic mood.

  5. #5 Salt and Sanctuary
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 21,853 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 42.6%, Metroidvania 30.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Difficult 6.4%, 2D 2.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It delivers the same blend of 2D exploration and brutal souls-like combat, with a similarly grim and hostile fantasy world.

  6. #6 Blasphemous
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 66,776 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 45.2%, Souls-like 26%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Difficult 5.1%

    Why You'll Like It: If you want another grim, punishing metroidvania built on cryptic lore and oppressive atmosphere, Blasphemous is one of the strongest fits.

  7. #7 GRIME
    93% matchVery Positive85% of 6,733 reviews2021
    Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 36.6%, Souls-like 25.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Difficult 8.3%, Action RPG 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: GRIME offers weighty, demanding combat and a deeply oppressive world, making it a great pick if ENDER LILIES' danger and atmosphere were the main draw.

  8. #8 Afterimage
    92% matchMostly Positive77% of 10,285 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 41.4%, Souls-like 22.7%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Difficult 7.8%, Action RPG 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the female-protagonist focus, fluid 2D action, and sprawling interconnected map, while leaning into a similarly dreamy and tragic tone.

  9. #9 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    91% matchVery Positive81% of 5,578 reviews2018
    Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 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 37.9%, Metroidvania 34.1%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Difficult 4%, Great Soundtrack 4%

    Why You'll Like It: Its dark-fantasy setting, boss-focused challenge, and metroidvania-style expansion make it a strong match for ENDER LILIES' combat-heavy progression.

  10. #10 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
    91% matchVery Positive93% of 41,589 reviews2019
    Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 61.2%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%, Anime 2.7%

    Why You'll Like It: While less somber, it matches the satisfying ability-gated exploration, polished 2D combat, and female-led gothic action-RPG feel.

  11. #11 Nine Sols
    89% matchVery Positive94% of 45,033 reviews2024
    Dev: RedCandleGames
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 19.2 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 40.3%, Souls-like 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Difficult 9.3%, Hand-drawn 4.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It trades dark fantasy for taopunk, but its demanding combat, atmospheric world, and serious tone make it a strong fit for players who loved the challenge.

  12. #12 The Last Faith
    90% matchVery Positive84% of 5,640 reviews2023
    Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Souls-like 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Difficult 6%, 2D 2.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This nails the dark gothic soulsvania appeal with brutal combat, grim worldbuilding, and exploration that feels very close to ENDER LILIES' structure.

  13. #13 Blasphemous 2
    89% matchVery Positive91% of 21,144 reviews2023
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 13.9 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.8%, Souls-like 25.9%, Difficult 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Action RPG 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Compared with the first game it leans even harder into traversal and metroidvania progression while keeping the same grim, punishing feel.

  14. #14 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    88% matchVery Positive92% of 3,252 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "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 42.5%, Souls-like 23.3%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Anime 4.3%, Atmospheric 4.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It captures a similarly elegant mix of melancholy, fast 2D combat, and eerie fantasy atmosphere in a tightly designed metroidvania.

  15. #15 Minoria
    87% matchVery Positive81% of 2,645 reviews2019
    Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, Souls-like 18.6%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%, Difficult 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Minoria offers a female protagonist, somber religious-fantasy atmosphere, and stylish combat that echoes ENDER LILIES' softer, melancholic side.

  16. #16 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
    86% matchVery Positive93% of 7,419 reviews2021
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 60.1%, Female Protagonist 20%, Anime 5.2%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%, 2D 4.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Its graceful female lead, responsive combat, and strong sense of 2D exploration make it a very comfortable fit for ENDER LILIES fans.

  17. #17 Aeterna Noctis
    86% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,140 reviews2021
    Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Souls-like 28.1%, Difficult 10.5%, Atmospheric 4%, Hand-drawn 4%

    Why You'll Like It: This is an excellent recommendation if you want another large, difficult, highly atmospheric metroidvania with demanding traversal and boss fights.

  18. #18 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
    84% matchVery Positive83% of 1,243 reviews2024
    Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 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 30.2%, Souls-like 21.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Difficult 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It mixes fast-paced combat and ability-based 2D exploration in a way that will appeal to players looking for a modern ENDER LILIES-like follow-up.

  19. #19 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
    85% matchVery Positive93% of 11,895 reviews2016
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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 37.2%, Souls-like 23.4%, Female Protagonist 12%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Difficult 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This is another compact but highly polished dark fantasy metroidvania with strong atmosphere, dodge-heavy combat, and a mournful tone.

  20. #20 Elderand
    84% matchMostly Positive75% of 813 reviews2023
    Dev: MantraPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 59.7%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Action RPG 10.2%, 2D 4.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Elderand channels the same dark-fantasy soulsvania energy with brutal melee combat, grim art direction, and exploration through a ruined world.

  21. #21 HunterX
    83% matchVery Positive83% of 743 reviews2022
    Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    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 38.2%, Souls-like 26.1%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Action RPG 6.5%

    Why You'll Like It: HunterX delivers another dark action-focused metroidvania with dodge-centric combat and a progression rhythm similar to ENDER LILIES.

  22. #22 Hollow Knight: Silksong
    78% matchVery Positive89% of 419,906 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 35.2 hrsMean: 46.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Souls-like 20.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.2%, Difficult 8.1%, Female Protagonist 7.6%

  23. #23 Valdis Story: Abyssal City
    82% matchVery Positive84% of 2,713 reviews2013
    Dev: Endlessfluff Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 73.8%, Great Soundtrack 9.8%, Difficult 5%, Female Protagonist 3.1%, 2D 2.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Its combat depth, interconnected world, and serious fantasy tone make it a great older pick for players who want more demanding 2D action-RPG exploration.

  24. #24 Souldiers
    81% matchMixed69% of 3,112 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 71.1%, Souls-like 13.5%, Difficult 10.1%, Singleplayer 2.1%, Action 1.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a large ability-gated map and tougher-than-average combat, making it worthwhile if your favorite part of ENDER LILIES was the exploration loop.

  25. #25 Dark Devotion
    82% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,499 reviews2019
    Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.

    Why similar: Souls-like 33.2%, Metroidvania 32.4%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Difficult 5%

    Why You'll Like It: Though more combat-driven than exploratory, it shares ENDER LILIES' bleak religious imagery, oppressive tone, and punishing 2D action.

  26. #26 HunterX: code name T
    80% matchVery Positive86% of 168 reviews2023
    Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
    Windows

    HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, Souls-like 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Action RPG 8.2%, Anime 3%

    Why You'll Like It: Its female lead, flashy but punishing side-scrolling combat, and exploration-heavy structure make it a solid soulsvania-style match.

  27. #27 Kingdom Shell
    79% matchVery Positive89% of 281 reviews2023
    Dev: Cup of PixelsPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, Souls-like 28.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Atmospheric 4.9%, Dark 4.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This indie soulsvania captures the same appeal of dark worldbuilding, challenging combat, and slow uncovering of a cursed land.

  28. #28 Voidwrought
    78% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,015 reviews2024
    Dev: Powersnake
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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 60.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Dark 9.5%, Atmospheric 5.6%, Hand-drawn 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its eerie world design, oppressive tone, and exploration-focused metroidvania structure make it a promising fit for players chasing ENDER LILIES' mood.

  29. #29 3000th Duel
    81% matchMostly Positive72% of 628 reviews2019
    Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Souls-like 22.8%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Difficult 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This is a straightforward souls-like metroidvania with challenging fights, dark visuals, and exploration that should click with ENDER LILIES fans.

  30. #30 Watcher Chronicles
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 173 reviews2022
    Dev: Third Sphere Game Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Souls-like 28.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Action RPG 6.8%, Difficult 6.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Watcher Chronicles leans hard into 2D souls-like combat and bleak atmosphere, making it a good lower-profile recommendation in the same lane.

  31. #31 Touhou Luna Nights
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,929 reviews2019
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 43.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.3%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Difficult 12%, Anime 3.8%

  32. #32 Tails of Iron
    76% matchVery Positive88% of 15,003 reviews2021
    Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

    Why similar: Souls-like 31.6%, Metroidvania 23.3%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Action RPG 8.9%, Difficult 8.8%

  33. #33 Rubinite
    73% matchVery Positive94% of 3,387 reviews2026
    Dev: Cup Dog Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Rubinite is an extremely challenging boss rush action game. in a dark fairy tale world, use Ruby's crimson eyes to expose the weak points of the Bloodstained monsters, then strike and shatter them. Carve a road home through the ruined Scarlet Kingdom and face the Witch who took it all.

    Why similar: Souls-like 34.6%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Difficult 13%, Action RPG 7.1%

  34. #34 The Vagrant
    77% matchVery Positive90% of 8,673 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 47.6%, Female Protagonist 27.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%, Great Soundtrack 6%, 2D 4.8%

  35. #35 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
    75% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,720 reviews2025
    Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
    Windows
    Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Souls-like 23.2%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Difficult 7.8%, Action RPG 5.7%

  36. #36 Lost Ruins
    76% matchVery Positive85% of 5,792 reviews2021
    Dev: ALTARI GAMESPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 67.7%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Anime 7.8%, Dark 6.1%, 2D 3.9%

  37. #37 9 Years of Shadows
    75% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,324 reviews2023
    Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.4 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 64.3%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Action RPG 8.9%, Anime 5.7%, Atmospheric 3.2%

  38. #38 LOST EPIC
    74% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,135 reviews2022
    Dev: One or Eight
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    LOST EPIC is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG about a war between gods and humanity. The player becomes the deity-defying knight, God Slayer, and explores the world known as Sanctum to bring the Pantheon of Six to their knees.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 24.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Action RPG 6.6%

  39. #39 Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
    73% matchVery Positive94% of 4,514 reviews2018
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Difficult 8.6%

  40. #40 UNSIGHTED
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 2,219 reviews2021
    Dev: Studio Pixel PunkPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    EXPLORE YOUR WAY. Awoken to a world ruined by war, Alma must traverse the vast city of Arcadia before the life force of her friends and herself withers away. Time is ticking, and every moment matters. Who will you save, and who will you leave to turn UNSIGHTED?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, Souls-like 23%, Female Protagonist 15%, Post-apocalyptic 5.8%, Action RPG 4.4%

  41. #41 Unworthy
    74% matchVery Positive81% of 855 reviews2018
    Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, Souls-like 31.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Difficult 6.5%, 2D 1.8%

  42. #42 Thymesia
    72% matchVery Positive82% of 10,050 reviews2022
    Dev: OverBorder StudioPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

    Why similar: Souls-like 40.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Difficult 12.6%, Action RPG 6.5%, Dark 5%

  43. #43 Little Witch Nobeta
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 10,054 reviews2022
    Dev: Pupuya Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Control the lovely little witch Nobeta, explore the unknown mysterious castle, and gradually discover the truth!

    Why similar: Souls-like 49.3%, Female Protagonist 24.4%, Action RPG 10%, Anime 7.4%, Difficult 3%

  44. #44 Sundered®: Eldritch Edition
    72% matchVery Positive82% of 5,170 reviews2017
    Dev: Thunder Lotus
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 52.8%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Difficult 7.2%, Hand-drawn 5.4%

  45. #45 AI LIMIT
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 36,628 reviews2025
    Dev: Sense GamesPub: CE-Asia
    Windows
    Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    In the distant future when civilization is on the verge of extinction, people follow the legend of the Elysium in the last city, Havenswell. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland sci-fi ARPG, you will play as Arrisa, a Blader with immortality, and explore the city ruin to find the hope of a new life.

    Why similar: Souls-like 49.6%, Female Protagonist 22.5%, Post-apocalyptic 9.6%, Action RPG 9.2%, Anime 6.5%

  46. #46 Infinitevania
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 252 reviews2026
    Dev: JHT Games
    Windows

    A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Souls-like 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Difficult 7.4%

  47. #47 Bloodecay
    71% 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 38.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Souls-like 7%, Post-apocalyptic 6.7%

  48. #48 Darxanadon
    71% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2022
    Dev: Scumhead
    Windows

    Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 26.4%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Action RPG 6.9%

  49. #49 Ghost Song
    69% matchVery Positive83% of 1,454 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 49.9%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Difficult 7.5%, Post-apocalyptic 6.7%, Dark 6.1%

  50. #50 Solateria
    66% matchVery Positive84% of 713 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 38%, Souls-like 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Difficult 9%, Hand-drawn 4.5%

  51. #51 Dark Light
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 748 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 42.1%, Souls-like 28.1%, Post-apocalyptic 5.4%, Great Soundtrack 4.6%, Dark 4.4%

  52. #52 Foregone
    69% matchVery Positive82% of 1,402 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 43%, Souls-like 25.6%, Female Protagonist 11%, Difficult 9.1%, 2D 3.7%

  53. #53 The Tarnishing of Juxtia
    70% matchMixed68% of 709 reviews2022
    Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    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: Metroidvania 31.2%, Souls-like 30%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, Dark 5.1%, Multiple Endings 4.1%

  54. #54 Tower Hunter: Erza's Trial
    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,982 reviews2019
    Dev: IceSitruuna
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Souls-like 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 9.3%, Difficult 5.7%

  55. #55 ICEY
    68% matchVery Positive90% of 27,840 reviews2016
    Dev: FantaBlade NetworkPub: XD
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    ICEY is a 2D side-scrolling action game and a META game in disguise. As you follow the narrator's omnipresent voice, you will see through ICEY's eyes and learn the truth about her world. The narrator will constantly urge you in one direction, but you must ask, "Why? Why am I following his directions?“ Obey? Rebel?

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.2%, Metroidvania 22.9%, Great Soundtrack 16.9%, Anime 8.4%, Action 5%

  56. #56 Infernax
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 2,247 reviews2022
    Dev: Berzerk StudioPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 60.9%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Dark 5.6%, 2D 4.2%, Multiple Endings 3.2%

  57. #57 Rusted Moss
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 1,694 reviews2023
    Dev: EmlisePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    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 42%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Difficult 10.4%, Post-apocalyptic 9.1%, Multiple Endings 6.5%

  58. #58 Void Memory
    71% matchMixed67% of 234 reviews2017
    Dev: Gustav
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Souls-like 26.6%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Difficult 8.1%, Dark 2.9%

  59. #59 Shattered Divinities
    64% matchVery Positive95% of 888 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 67.6%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, 2D 5.2%, Action RPG 3.8%

  60. #60 NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139...
    66% matchVery Positive88% of 28,329 reviews2021
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 15.2 hrsMean: 32.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    The upgraded prequel of NieR:Automata. A kind young man sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking book, to search for the "Sealed verses" in order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%, Atmospheric 5.6%, Female Protagonist 5.3%

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