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  1. #1 Evoland Legendary Edition
    97% matchVery Positive81% of 2,611 reviews2019
    Dev: Shiro Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Evoland Legendary Edition brings you two great and unique RPGs, with their graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through the game!

    Why similar: RPG 44.3%, Adventure 19.8%, Action 17.2%, Indie 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  2. #2 The Greater Good
    96% matchVery Positive91% of 107 reviews2018
    Dev: Sam Enright
    Windows

    The Greater Good is a stylized homage to classic turn-based RPGs. Comes complete with an epic story, optional superbosses, world map, NEW GAME+, and more. Unique graphics and a kickin' soundtrack make it look and sound like no other game.

    Why similar: RPG 39.6%, Adventure 22.1%, Action 20.3%, Indie 18%

  3. #3 Evoland 2
    95% matchVery Positive87% of 3,879 reviews2015
    Dev: Shiro Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Evoland 2 is an unique RPG, with its graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through a deep storyline based on time travel.

    Why similar: RPG 35.1%, Adventure 16.6%, Great Soundtrack 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Action 10.1%

  4. #4 Evoland
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 5,946 reviews2013
    Dev: Shiro Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Evoland is a journey through the history of action/adventure gaming, allowing you to unlock new technologies, gameplay systems and graphic upgrades as you progress through the game.

    Why similar: RPG 50%, Adventure 19.6%, Indie 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%

  5. #5 CrossCode
    93% matchVery Positive93% of 17,652 reviews2018
    Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 35.9%, RPG 21.9%, Pixel Graphics 21.8%, Indie 7.4%, Adventure 7%

  6. #6 Retro Game Crunch
    94% matchMostly Positive79% of 424 reviews2014
    Dev: Rusty MoyherPub: Retro Game Crunch
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 36%

    Retro Game Crunch is a series of 7 games, full of the charm and challenge of the 8-bit generation. Each world feels like an authentic NES classic. A massive genre-spanning collection.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.2%, Action 20.1%, Pixel Graphics 19.8%, Adventure 18.8%, Indie 16.1%

  7. #7 Castle In The Darkness
    92% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,266 reviews2015
    Dev: Matt KapPub: Nicalis, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets!

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.6%, RPG 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 17.9%, Action 14.9%, Indie 13.2%

  8. #8 Aggelos
    91% matchMostly Positive78% of 656 reviews2018
    Dev: Storybird GamesPub: PQube
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!

    Why similar: RPG 35.3%, Adventure 21.8%, Indie 16.3%, Action 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%

  9. #9 Hyper Light Drifter
    91% matchVery Positive93% of 18,466 reviews2016
    Dev: Heart Machine
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 42.9%, Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Adventure 10.8%, RPG 9.5%, Action 8.6%

  10. #10 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
    89% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
    Dev: BASTI GAMES
    Windows

    Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

    Why similar: Adventure 35.2%, RPG 31%, Action 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Indie 10.4%

  11. #11 Everhood
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 13,889 reviews2021
    Dev: Chris NordgrenPub: Foreign Gnomes
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 53%, RPG 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Action 6.5%, Adventure 6.1%

  12. #12 Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope
    88% matchVery Positive94% of 951 reviews2019
    Dev: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action-adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. If you love games with perfect platforming, beautiful art, infectious music, lovable bosses, humor and levity, and real heart… Shovel Knight is for you!

    Why similar: Adventure 24.5%, Action 23.9%, Great Soundtrack 21.4%, Indie 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%

  13. #13 NEStalgia
    87% matchMixed63% of 368 reviews2014
    Dev: Silk Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    NEStalgia is an original MORPG inspired by the glory days of traditional console RPGs. Essentially "Dragon Warrior 3 meets World of Warcraft", NEStalgia is an amalgam of the best generations of RPG gaming. You can play solo, in private games with friends, or online with hundreds of other players!

    Why similar: RPG 60.2%, Pixel Graphics 19.4%, Indie 12.5%, Adventure 7.8%

  14. #14 Cybarian: The Time Travelling Warrior
    86% matchMixed60% of 443 reviews2018
    Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.3%, Pixel Graphics 23.2%, Action 19%, Adventure 18.4%, Indie 14.2%

  15. #15 Cave Story+
    85% matchVery Positive93% of 7,930 reviews2011
    Dev: Nicalis, Inc.
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 52%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%, Indie 11.8%, Action 11%, Adventure 10.1%

  16. #16 Inexistence
    86% matchMixed66% of 371 reviews2016
    Dev: Jonathan BRASSAUD
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Discover a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.

    Why similar: Action 31.7%, RPG 29%, Adventure 17.6%, Indie 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

  17. #17 Vision Soft Reset
    83% matchVery Positive89% of 154 reviews2019
    Dev: Seafloor Games LLC
    Windows

    Perceive the future in this time-loop metroidvania.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.8%, Pixel Graphics 22.1%, Action 16.9%, Adventure 14.6%, Indie 8.6%

  18. #18 Rex Rocket
    84% matchMostly Positive75% of 262 reviews2014
    Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27.8%, Action 22.3%, Adventure 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Indie 14.4%

  19. #19 A Valley Without Wind 2
    84% matchMixed46% of 227 reviews2013
    Dev: Arcen Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 29%

    A modern take on the 16-bit era, A Valley Without Wind 2 blends a variety of mechanics across multiple genres, seamlessly bringing together the best qualities of old-school platform-shooters and turn-based strategy games.

    Why similar: Action 33.2%, Adventure 25.4%, Indie 24.5%, Great Soundtrack 17%

  20. #20 Overture
    82% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,262 reviews2015
    Dev: Black Shell GamesPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Overture is an action-adventure roguelike which draws heavy inspiration from hits such as Diablo, Realm of The Mad God, Zelda, and The Binding of Isaac. Explore vast randomly generated dungeons and slay hordes of cunning enemies!

    Why similar: RPG 32.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.6%, Action 18.2%, Indie 15.9%, Adventure 12.9%

  21. #21 Apotheon
    81% matchVery Positive90% of 3,824 reviews2015
    Dev: Alientrap
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Apotheon is a heroic action game set within the vibrant world of Ancient Greek Mythology. Ascend Mount Olympus, wrestle the divine powers from the Pantheon of Gods, and save mankind.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 23.6%, RPG 22.3%, Action 21.9%, Adventure 18.8%, Indie 13.4%

  22. #22 Megamagic: Wizards of the Neon Age
    82% matchMostly Positive76% of 98 reviews2016
    Dev: BeautiFun Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Prepare to delve into a fascinating world where the forces of technology and magic are embroiled in a vicious struggle! Blurring the lines between the RPG and strategy genres, Megamagic recaptures the unmistakable flavour of the 80s in a game magnified by the incredible music by Mitch Murder.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30%, RPG 27%, Action 15.6%, Adventure 15.5%, Indie 12%

  23. #23 Shadows of Adam
    81% matchVery Positive90% of 260 reviews2017
    Dev: Something Classic Games LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Gorgeous pixel art. Intense, blazing fast battles. An epic adventure. This is the must-play retro indie JRPG built for the modern era.

    Why similar: RPG 52.9%, Indie 24.1%, Pixel Graphics 23%

  24. #24 Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
    76% matchVery Positive80% of 2,037 reviews2024
    Dev: Metamorphosis GamesPub: Fireshine Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

    Why similar: RPG 39.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Action 16.4%, Adventure 12.6%, Indie 11.1%

  25. #25 Wayward Souls
    80% matchMostly Positive75% of 232 reviews2019
    Dev: Rocketcat Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Wayward Souls is a randomly generated action-RPG with a heavy focus on story. Play as seven different heroes, all with their own sets of abilities. Fight through steadily greater hordes of enemies.

    Why similar: RPG 45.7%, Action 24.3%, Indie 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%

  26. #26 Swords & Bones
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 82 reviews2021
    Dev: SEEP
    Windows

    Swords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!

    Why similar: RPG 27.8%, Action 23.7%, Adventure 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Indie 12%

  27. #27 Songbringer
    79% matchMostly Positive79% of 258 reviews2017
    Dev: Wizard Fu
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Imagine if the original Zelda game was set in a science-fiction galaxy. Explore this open-world, action RPG with roguelike and metroidvania elements. Mighty bosses lurk deep within procedurally-generated dungeons. Wield, vanquish, unearth, collect, craft, progress, trip, adventure.

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 39.3%, RPG 38.3%, Action 22.4%

  28. #28 Environmental Station Alpha
    78% matchVery Positive83% of 1,601 reviews2015
    Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.1%, Pixel Graphics 27.6%, Adventure 16%, Action 13.4%, Indie 12%

  29. #29 Sacred Stones
    77% matchVery Positive82% of 55 reviews2018
    Dev: CFK Co., Ltd.
    Windows · Mac

    Retro sidescrolling action and adventure greet you in Sacred Stones! The indie atmosphere is easy to immerse yourself in. Have a great time as you explore, run/jump & fight your way to victory. This game is perfect for both hardcore and casual fans alike seeking that nostalgic-indie fix!

    Why similar: Action 49.6%, Indie 39.6%, Adventure 10.8%

  30. #30 Tiny Barbarian DX
    78% matchVery Positive81% of 256 reviews2013
    Dev: StarQuail GamesPub: Nicalis, Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Steel yourself for a relentless display of might and muscle…brawn and bravery…magic and mayhem! Inspired by heroic fantasy fiction, Tiny Barbarian DX combines engaging 2D platform action and combo-based hack-and-slash combat with retro-style pixel art and a loincloth-stirring chiptune soundtrack.

    Why similar: Action 44%, Adventure 41.1%, Pixel Graphics 15%

  31. #31 VVVVV
    77% matchMixed58% of 53 reviews2019
    Dev: BekkerDev Studio
    Windows

    VVVVV is a colorful, dynamic platformer action with puzzle elements, made in retro style.

    Why similar: RPG 29.9%, Action 18.7%, Adventure 18.6%, Indie 13.9%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%

  32. #32 One Dog Story
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 516 reviews2017
    Dev: Big Way GamesPub: Big Way
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    One Dog Story is an engaging pixel adventure game with RPG elements, gameplay that’ll get you hooked for hours, and well-developed characters. You wake up in an underground laboratory, free again after a horrific accident. Prepare to explore this expansive game world and its many secrets and mysteries.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 35.8%, Adventure 17.5%, Action 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Indie 13.2%

  33. #33 Super Win the Game
    75% matchVery Positive89% of 652 reviews2014
    Dev: Minor Key Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 40.4%, Action 31.6%, Adventure 28%

  34. #34 Touhou Luna Nights
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,634 reviews2019
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 41.2 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: Great Soundtrack 32.5%, RPG 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Action 11.3%, Adventure 10.7%

  35. #35 Souldiers
    72% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 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: Pixel Graphics 51.3%, Action 30.1%, Adventure 18.6%

  36. #36 Element4l
    74% matchVery Positive83% of 652 reviews2013
    Dev: I-Illusions
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Element4l is an immersive and experimental indie platform game, with a strong focus on flow and smooth gameplay, wrapped in an exceptional soundtrack by Mind Tree.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 58.7%, Indie 24.2%, Action 17.2%

  37. #37 Adventures of Pip
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 275 reviews2015
    Dev: Tic Toc Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Play as the ultimate digital underdog in the Adventures of Pip,an action-platformer with a fresh gameplay twist inside a retro 32-bit world. Alas, Pip is an unlikely 1-pixel hero yet has the unique ability to absorb the pixels of his defeated enemies to evolve into three different forms.

    Why similar: Action 28.4%, Adventure 26%, Pixel Graphics 25.3%, Indie 20.3%

  38. #38 Hail to the King: Deathbat
    74% matchMostly Positive79% of 234 reviews2014
    Dev: Subscience StudiosPub: Avenged Sevenfold
    Windows

    Deathbat is a 3rd person, overhead dungeon crawler action RPG in the vein of The Legend of Zelda, Gauntlet Legends, and Diablo. The game’s story is based on the mythical origin of the Deathbat, Avenged Sevenfold’s logo and mascot.

    Why similar: RPG 37.2%, Adventure 24.1%, Action 22.6%, Indie 16.1%

  39. #39 BiT Evolution
    75% matchMixed55% of 192 reviews2015
    Dev: Major Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Evolve through the history of video games in this fun-filled blast from the past.

    Why similar: Adventure 30%, Action 28.1%, Indie 21.6%, Pixel Graphics 20.3%

  40. #40 Instant Dungeon!
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 176 reviews2014
    Dev: With The Love StudiosPub: Flying Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Instant Dungeon! mixes dungeon exploration with arcade action in the vein of the classic maze games from the 80s. Let Instant Dungeon! create a new dungeon just for you, complete with glittering treasures, vicious monsters, brutal boss battles, wild power ups and most importantly fun, Fun, FUN!

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 43.2%, Action 31.7%, Indie 25.1%

  41. #41 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
    66% matchVery Positive84% of 6,153 reviews2024
    Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.

    Why similar: Action 37.9%, Adventure 34.9%, Great Soundtrack 27.2%

  42. #42 Rift Keeper
    73% matchMostly Positive71% of 80 reviews2019
    Dev: Frymore
    Windows

    Embark on your journey, travel through rifts and restore the balance as the Rift Keeper in this handcrafted 2D roguelite platformer with challenging, fast-paced action gameplay.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 32.4%, RPG 25.7%, Action 16.8%, Indie 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%

  43. #43 Before the Echo
    72% matchVery Positive86% of 1,447 reviews2011
    Dev: Iridium Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Before the Echo combines elements of both rhythm and role-playing games to create an entirely unique experience.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 46.8%, RPG 38.9%, Indie 14.3%

  44. #44 Dust: An Elysian Tail
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,936 reviews2013
    Dev: Humble Hearts LLCPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.9%, RPG 24.2%, Action 17.6%, Adventure 12.8%, Indie 11.5%

  45. #45 Sect-Machina
    69% matchMixed60% of 300 reviews2023
    Dev: Skelecrew Games
    Windows

    Sect-Machina is a fluid, atmospheric bug-themed metroidvania rendered in a vibrant 2D pixelated style, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in its combat, characters, environments, sound, and story.

    Why similar: Adventure 34.5%, Action 34.5%, Pixel Graphics 31%

  46. #46 EARTHLOCK
    71% matchMostly Positive73% of 590 reviews2018
    Dev: Snowcastle Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Earthlock is an indie developed, adventure RPG inspired by the classic 3D RPGs of the late 90's, with a fresh take on turn based combat and character progression.

    Why similar: RPG 41.5%, Great Soundtrack 23%, Adventure 21.8%, Indie 13.7%

  47. #47 Chronicon
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 9,602 reviews2020
    Dev: Subworld
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Use the magical device known as the Chronicon to travel into the souls and memories of fallen heroes to re-live their grand tales! Epic adventures full of loot and monsters await!

    Why similar: RPG 35.4%, Pixel Graphics 26.7%, Action 13.5%, Indie 12.3%, Adventure 12.1%

  48. #48 Aeterna Noctis
    68% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,963 reviews2021
    Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    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: Indie 50.8%, Action 49.2%

  49. #49 198X
    69% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,131 reviews2019
    Dev: Hi-Bit Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Part 1 of arcade epic 198X. A coming-of-age story told through multiple games and genres. Experience the thrill of shooting, driving, jumping, fighting and role-playing in 5 full-blown arcade stages – combined with cinematic pixel-art storytelling.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 46.9%, Indie 28.7%, Pixel Graphics 24.4%

  50. #50 forma.8
    71% matchVery Positive82% of 57 reviews2017
    Dev: MixedBag Srl
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    forma.8 is a unique take on the proven Metroidvania action-adventure formula, with a striking visual style and a huge world to explore.

    Why similar: Action 35.9%, Adventure 35.4%, Indie 28.7%

  51. #51 8-Bit Adventures 1: The Forgotten Journey Remastered Edition
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 214 reviews2015
    Dev: Critical Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey Remastered Edition is a retro-styled JRPG with polish and personality, that focuses less on references and more on telling a story...

    Why similar: RPG 32.5%, Great Soundtrack 22.3%, Adventure 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Indie 12.6%

  52. #52 Angeline Era
    62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 623 reviews2025
    Dev: Melos Han-TaniPub: Analgesic Productions
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Explore a secret-filled land in this 3D Action-Adventure, where every level is hidden in plain sight! Travel and fight through a vast, unmarked overworld. The next surprise is only a single search away!

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 47.1%, Adventure 19.7%, Action 18.7%, Indie 14.6%

  53. #53 Roguelands
    69% matchVery Positive80% of 3,731 reviews2016
    Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Embark on an epic journey in this hardcore Multiplayer RPG! As a Galactic Cadet, you and your Combat Squad of friends must brave hostile worlds in search of valuable loot and resources. Craft powerful gear, slay otherworldly creatures, and save the galaxy.

    Why similar: RPG 29.4%, Pixel Graphics 21%, Adventure 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Action 12.6%

  54. #54 Inexistence Rebirth
    68% matchMostly Positive71% of 132 reviews2020
    Dev: Jonathan Brassaud
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Rediscover this great Metroidvania game in a brand new version with a lot of features and improvements! Run in a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.

    Why similar: RPG 30.3%, Pixel Graphics 23.2%, Action 17.8%, Adventure 16.3%, Indie 12.4%

  55. #55 The Legend of Dark Witch
    70% matchMostly Positive73% of 260 reviews2015
    Dev: INSIDE SYSTEM
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    -A magical world beautifully depicted through in-game graphics. -Diverse levels that provide a fair challenge. -Additional bonuses that reward those who replay the game. -3 difficulty modes.

    Why similar: Action 27.7%, Great Soundtrack 19.8%, Adventure 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Indie 16.6%

  56. #56 Ys Origin
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 3,562 reviews2012
    Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 52.7%, RPG 24.8%, Action 12.9%, Adventure 9.6%

  57. #57 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    67% 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: RPG 28.4%, Pixel Graphics 21.3%, Great Soundtrack 15.4%, Action 13.7%, Adventure 11.6%

  58. #58 Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos
    66% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,659 reviews2021
    Dev: Heliocentric StudiosPub: Team17 Digital
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Rogue Heroes is a topdown, roguelite adventure game inspired by the Zelda franchise. Play solo or team up with your friends to combat procedurally generated dungeons and take down the evil Titans that threaten to overwhelm the land of Tasos!

    Why similar: RPG 31.9%, Pixel Graphics 22.9%, Adventure 17.7%, Action 16.9%, Indie 10.7%

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