60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Action, Adventure, Platformer.
Explore a colossal creature by blending in with the environment and enemies. Evolve and gain new powers in this hand-drawn metroidvania where you can experience a unique adventure or create your own with a special level editor.
Sylvaris: Black Reign
Sylvaris: Black Reign is a fast-paced, hand-drawn 2D action platformer with metroidvania elements. Set in a chained, industrial world beneath the surface, it features aggressive combat, a risk-reward Overload system, and build variety shaped through perks.
Night Breaker
Venture into an unusual, alien world full of danger and mysteries in this sci-fi Metroidvania. Grab your gear and face the challenge of sustaining a once-thriving space colony. Can you bring this place back to life? Are you ready to uncover all the secrets lurking in the darkness?
Sylvaris: Black Reign is a fast-paced, hand-drawn 2D action platformer with metroidvania elements. Set in a chained, industrial world beneath the surface, it features aggressive combat, a risk-reward Overload system, and build variety shaped through perks.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Difficult 16.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Hack and Slash 10.6%, Hand-drawn 8.3%
Venture into an unusual, alien world full of danger and mysteries in this sci-fi Metroidvania. Grab your gear and face the challenge of sustaining a once-thriving space colony. Can you bring this place back to life? Are you ready to uncover all the secrets lurking in the darkness?
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Difficult 14.8%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Platformer 9.5%, Atmospheric 7%
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 29.1%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Hand-drawn 10%, Platformer 9.9%, Difficult 9.9%
You are a necromancer. The souls of the dead are your weapon. Push the limits of your combat skills in this story-driven, action packed Metroidvania. Enter in a dark world, where the sun's rays no longer heat up and evil creatures roam free in the night.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Difficult 13.3%, Side Scroller 10%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, Hack and Slash 9.7%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Hand-drawn 8%, Difficult 7%
Dash and slash through an innovative kinetic metroidvania. The Tower of Time awaits – a rich, handcrafted world fractured by the collapse of time. Slice through foes in tough-as-talons bite-sized battles, and master the way of the bird warrior.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Difficult 15.8%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Platformer 10.2%, Atmospheric 6.5%
Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Platformer 17.9%, Hand-drawn 12.5%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Difficult 8.6%
Endure... Evolve... Or Die. Embrace the unknown and traverse a vast alien world riddled with bizarre creatures, deadly hazards, and grim mysteries. Seek redemption, and confront the terrifying sin buried in the depths of the forgotten planet Protea VI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Difficult 12.3%, Gore 11.8%, Platformer 9.2%, Side Scroller 8.4%
Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, Difficult 19.8%, Platformer 15.5%, 2D 5.5%, Action 4.9%
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 31.2%, Difficult 15.6%, Hand-drawn 12%, Platformer 11.9%, Side Scroller 8.2%
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 28.4%, Difficult 15.7%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 10.9%
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 30.4%, Side Scroller 16%, Difficult 14.5%, Platformer 13.1%, Hack and Slash 5.9%
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 29.2%, Platformer 14.1%, Difficult 13%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Hand-drawn 9.3%
Anima Flux is a co-op metroidvania with two genetically enhanced soldiers, special agents of a theocratic dictatorial regime. Fight your way through swarms of mutants through a desolate, dystopian space city and save humanity's last stronghold, if, of course, anyone is still alive...
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Difficult 14.8%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Platformer 10.4%, Atmospheric 5.7%
The underworld lies in ruins, ravaged by evil karma. In this unknown and perilous realm of the dead, you must fight against demonic forces, collect mystical artifacts, face the Yama Kings and the Ghost Emperors, sever the Karma, and reforge the path of reincarnation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Difficult 19.9%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Platformer 9.6%, Action 5.7%
A classic hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania action game, it's time for revenge! Use your Beastmaster skills to unleash your inner beast, fight with your heart-devouring sword and end the threat to Arborea, you decide the ending.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Difficult 17.3%, Hand-drawn 12.5%, Platformer 11%, Side Scroller 9.5%
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 31.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 11.4%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Hack and Slash 10.3%
In this breathtaking platformer adventure, explore a vast hand-drawn Archipelago, inspired by ancient fables and depicted in classic frame-by-frame animation, and defeat a mysterious Deity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Difficult 14.6%, Side Scroller 13%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Platformer 10.2%
Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Difficult 18.3%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Atmospheric 7%
The Chaos Rider finally wakes up after ages. Explore a mysterious island with tons of secrets and treasures to discover ! Fight your way through hordes of enemies and fulfill the dream of the Great Architect. Create your own playstyle, beat bosses and do crazy platforming in this epic adventure game
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Difficult 20.6%, Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8%, Atmospheric 6.8%
Sojourn Past is a bullet-hell inspired action-adventure about exploration, mystery, and loss. Step into a handcrafted world filled with secrets, danger, and discovery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Difficult 17.7%, Hack and Slash 13%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10%, Action 7.4%
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 36.2%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Platformer 13.8%, Difficult 8.8%, Atmospheric 6.8%
Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Difficult 17.1%, Platformer 12.6%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Action 4.8%
Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
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 41.1%, Difficult 21.3%, Platformer 9.8%, Hand-drawn 7.8%, 2D 4.7%
Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Platformer 15.1%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Atmospheric 8.1%, Hand-drawn 7%
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 33.9%, Difficult 18.5%, Platformer 13.2%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Atmospheric 6.9%
Shyftrs is a 2D stylized action adventure metroidvania game that will take you on a journey to uncover the mysteries of your lineage and the world beyond. Your weapon of choice are Cane Sword, Pistol or use your new found prowess. Step up and embrace the adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Hand-drawn 14.6%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Platformer 10.3%, Hack and Slash 10%
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Platformer 13.2%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
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 35.4%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Difficult 15.3%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 5.2%
Survive in a dark and atmospheric action-platformer characterized by environments full of mystery and fearsome enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Gore 8.3%, Action 8.1%
Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion. She must use the powers granted to her by the gods to rescue her brother as she battles to face the demon lord Mahabalasura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Difficult 16.4%, Platformer 16.1%, Atmospheric 9.9%, Side Scroller 6.9%
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 27.8%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Difficult 11.8%, Platformer 10.7%, Hack and Slash 10.4%
In a dying world dominated by machines, use the powers of nature to explore a diverse landscape and devastate your foes in this action-driven metroidvania. As humanity's last hope, the BirdKnight must learn the truth behind the mysterious Heart of the World and restore life to the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Difficult 16.9%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Hack and Slash 7.3%, Platformer 7.3%
In a world of eternal darkness, navigate the unknown with only the glow of your companion, Spark. Craft arrows from the environment to survive, uncover lost secrets of an ancient world, and push forward through the shadows into hope. Will you find your way, or will the dark consume you?
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Difficult 14.7%, Platformer 13.9%, Gore 8.3%, Atmospheric 5.9%
Autonomous Odyssey is a story-driven, hand-drawn 2D metroidvania. Use agile platforming on your apocalyptic sci-fi journey to explore the labs once filled with exceptional researchers. Fight through vengeful robots on Pim’s quest to find his missing father and restore everyone's humanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Hand-drawn 15.8%, Difficult 15.7%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 5.7%
Explore the frozen depths of Vesuvius, a 2D action platformer. Set within the sprawling volcano, journey through fantastical alternate realities, battle corrupted mythical beasts, and survive a world steeped in ash and fable.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Difficult 20.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Hand-drawn 8.2%, 2D 4.9%
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.1%, Difficult 22.2%, Platformer 14.8%, Adventure 3.5%, 2D 2.8%
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 32.5%, Difficult 16.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Side Scroller 8.3%
Blast your way through a thrilling adventure that brings back the spirit of 90s arcade classics… with a modern twist.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Platformer 14.1%, Hand-drawn 13.3%, Action-Adventure 9%
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 31.8%, Difficult 16.5%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Platformer 10.6%, Gore 8.7%
Delve into the Master Dungeon as you explore the unyielding tunnels from a top-down view or hop and bop through expansive caverns in 2d-sidescrolling action! Danger and discovery are to be found wherever you are in this retro-style adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Platformer 8%, Action-Adventure 7%
Nightmare Boy is a metroidvania, action/adventure 2D game where you'll meet weird and unique friends and foes. But tread carefully: Quirky characters and their reactions can have game-changing consequences. Be prepared to collect rare items, vanquish enemies, and eventually face your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Difficult 17.8%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 12%, Hand-drawn 11.2%
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: Metroidvania 51.6%, Difficult 19.4%, Platformer 15.8%, Action 4.6%, Adventure 3.5%
Explore the unforgiving world of Ükeron, reveal the story of its kings and warlords, carve your path through its dangerous environments, outlive your foes and grow more powerful with each strike of your sword.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.7%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, Metroidvania 12.7%, Difficult 8.9%, Platformer 8.7%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, Platformer 13.9%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Action 7.6%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
Bite sized metroidvania with several unique mechanics Make weapons from the elements, juggle enemies, find furniture? fight bosses, unlock abilities, find secrets, unlock transformations!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Difficult 16.8%, Platformer 11.8%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Gore 7.5%
Explore the steampunk world in Plateman. Fly over the world of machines full of gimmicks and monsters. Uncover the secrets of Shaman and the difference engine. Try to change this decaying world by Shaman Drum and the special lightning power.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Difficult 19.7%, Platformer 14.9%, 2D 5.4%, Action-Adventure 5.3%
Mo the frog is a classic 2D platform in which you will have to committ fully to ho through many levels that are present in the game. Dress the part of Mò the frog in the epic adventure to free Avalaar's kingdom from the oppression which the terrible Peter's the troll and his henchmen, the black captains, try to bring by conquering it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Difficult 21.7%, Platformer 19.4%, Action 10.7%, Adventure 8.9%
Potata: Foxy Tale is a fairy tale themed platformer adventure game in a beautiful world of dark forests. Your goal is to restore the balance and assemble the fragments of the Woodland Spirit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Platformer 15.6%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, Atmospheric 9%, Side Scroller 6.7%
A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Platformer 15.8%, Side Scroller 12%, Action 6.6%, Adventure 6.5%
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 61.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Difficult 9.4%, Action 4.8%, Side Scroller 3.7%
This is a platform action game in which you control light in a world shrouded in complete darkness and rely on it to progress. Use the light to travel from place to place and illuminate the buried truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.6%, Platformer 17.3%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Action 8%, Adventure 5.3%
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 22.7%, Difficult 17.7%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Platformer 11.7%, Hand-drawn 10.4%
Accelerate beyond the speed of sound! Monad Tachyon is the ultimate high-speed Metroidvania .
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Difficult 20.5%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Action 6.5%
