
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.
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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
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.

Lost Wish: In the desperate world
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...
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 21.9%, Souls-like 17.3%, Side Scroller 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9%, Difficult 8.9%
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 24.5%, Souls-like 20.1%, Difficult 10.4%, Platformer 7.3%, Side Scroller 6.7%
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: Metroidvania 20.8%, Souls-like 19.4%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Difficult 10%, 2D Platformer 6.4%
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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 17.6%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Difficult 8.5%, 2D Platformer 7.6%
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 22.1%, Souls-like 18.7%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Difficult 9.7%, Platformer 6.8%
"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 22.6%, Souls-like 18.7%, Side Scroller 14%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Difficult 9.4%
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 23.8%, Souls-like 19.6%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Difficult 10.1%, Platformer 7.1%
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 27.1%, Souls-like 21.4%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 7.8%, Side Scroller 6.2%
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 26.7%, Souls-like 16.3%, Side Scroller 14%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Exploration 7.6%
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 29.9%, Souls-like 22.7%, Difficult 10.9%, Platformer 8%, Exploration 4.9%
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 23.3%, Souls-like 18.4%, Side Scroller 13.6%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Difficult 8.9%
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 26.4%, Souls-like 21.9%, Difficult 10.3%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Platformer 7.9%
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 24.8%, Souls-like 20.9%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 7.5%, 2D Platformer 7.4%
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 26.7%, Souls-like 21.9%, Difficult 11.4%, Platformer 8.2%, Exploration 7.1%
What really is alchemy?
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 19.9%, Side Scroller 14.6%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 7.2%
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 27.6%, Souls-like 22.1%, Difficult 11.6%, 2D Platformer 7.3%, Exploration 6.2%
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 25.7%, Souls-like 18.5%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Difficult 9.6%, Platformer 8.7%
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 23.5%, Souls-like 19.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 7.4%
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 24.6%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Souls-like 11.2%, Platformer 9.4%, Difficult 8.4%
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 25.3%, Difficult 10.7%, Side Scroller 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 7.6%
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 28.4%, Souls-like 22.2%, 2D Platformer 11%, Side Scroller 8%, Platformer 7.6%
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 29.7%, Souls-like 16.5%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Exploration 7.7%
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 25.7%, Souls-like 20.5%, Difficult 9.9%, Side Scroller 7.9%, Platformer 7.4%
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 24.5%, Souls-like 16.5%, Side Scroller 12.7%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Difficult 8.1%
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: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 20.8%, Side Scroller 14.4%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Platformer 7.7%
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 32.1%, Souls-like 20.6%, Difficult 10.7%, Platformer 7.6%, Exploration 5.5%
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 33.7%, Souls-like 22.6%, Difficult 13.7%, Platformer 6.3%, Exploration 5.5%
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 25.1%, Souls-like 21%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Difficult 10.8%, Platformer 7.6%
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 26.8%, Souls-like 21.9%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Difficult 8.2%, Platformer 7.9%
Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 16.6%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 6.8%
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 27.4%, Souls-like 20.2%, Side Scroller 15%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 7.2%
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 30.3%, Souls-like 23.9%, Side Scroller 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Platformer 5.6%
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 29.1%, Souls-like 22.4%, Difficult 12.6%, Platformer 7.2%, Exploration 6.8%
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 22.9%, Souls-like 17.5%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Difficult 9.1%
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 19%, Souls-like 15.5%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Platformer 5.6%
A challenging action-platformer where players navigate diverse biomes filled with unique enemies, tough platforming challenges, and intense boss fights. With tight controls and punishing difficulty, the game rewards precision, mastery, and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Side Scroller 16.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Difficult 9.9%, Exploration 7.9%
Stellar Poetry is a 2D action adventure game similar to the galaxy Castlevania. The sorceress, who awakens after sensing the call of a mysterious voice, goes on a series of adventures in order to find memories lost due to the curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 22.4%, Difficult 11.6%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 7.7%
A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 23.5%, Difficult 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 6.3%
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 25.8%, Souls-like 20.5%, Side Scroller 12.5%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Platformer 7.8%
Guide Pronty and its Javelin partner Bront as it defends the once great city of Royla. Explore the deep sea, fight mutant sea creatures, and discover the secrets behind this new Atlantis in this beautiful action-packed adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Difficult 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9%, Exploration 6.9%
"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 30.3%, Souls-like 23.5%, Difficult 10.9%, Platformer 8.3%, Exploration 5.7%
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 24.8%, Souls-like 20.4%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 6.9%
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 26%, Souls-like 20.3%, Difficult 11.4%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 6.6%
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 25.4%, Souls-like 21.5%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Exploration 7.4%, Difficult 6.8%
"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 26.4%, Souls-like 17.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Platformer 7%, Action-Adventure 5.9%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 23.6%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Exploration 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 25.3%, Souls-like 20.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 9.3%, Exploration 8.1%
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: Metroidvania 23%, Souls-like 20.2%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Difficult 9.7%, Platformer 7.1%
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 24.4%, Souls-like 19.1%, Side Scroller 14.4%, 2D Platformer 10%, Exploration 7.6%
Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Souls-like 17.5%, Side Scroller 13%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Exploration 6.6%
Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.3%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Difficult 7%
You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 19.6%, Side Scroller 14.6%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 8.6%
Explore and uncover the mystery of this enormous spaceship by shooting alien creatures in this Sci-Fi Action/Adventure Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Souls-like 20.4%, Difficult 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Exploration 7.6%
Discover the power of healing through the pursuit of mastery in the art of waterbending. Learn new skills, explore a living world full of riddles and mysteries that plague the peace between the material and spiritual world. A hand-drawn 2d platformer inspired by digital oil painting.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Souls-like 19.9%, Difficult 10%, Platformer 9.6%, Exploration 7.5%
You are a small bird traveling through 7 valleys to find the Simurgh and bring life back to your village.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 24%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Exploration 9.4%, Platformer 7.4%
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: Metroidvania 23%, Souls-like 20.5%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Difficult 11.7%, Exploration 7.2%
Frauki's Adventure is a challenging melee-combat platformer set in a large, interconnected world. Dodge, slash, stomp, and outplay a variety of intelligent and deadly Alien Robots. Discover shortcuts and find hidden upgrades. Challenging sword-fights and a sprawling, bizarre world await!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 22.8%, Difficult 11.7%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 8%
Traverse a massive, ruined and beautiful world in this intense, atmospheric action platformer. Steal enemy abilities and fight them back with their own runic magic and deadly swordplay, as you attempt to find your lost twin sister in the sunken kingdom of Ithos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Souls-like 18.3%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Difficult 7.9%, Platformer 7.3%