- #1 Maid of Salvation
97% matchVery Positive91% of 254 reviews2025
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
The latest title from the HunterX development studio, Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 20.1%, Metroidvania 19.4%, Souls-like 18.1%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Female Protagonist 8.4%
- #2 Draken's Shrine
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RD ProductionsPub: Shady Corner Games
Windows
A metroidvania action platformer set in an epic fantasy world where a barbarian woman raised in the wild, pushed by her mother stories about her father decides to look for his final resting place.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 20.8%, Metroidvania 18.4%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Female Protagonist 9.6%
- #3 Afterimage
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 9,999 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 21.2%, Souls-like 15.8%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Female Protagonist 7.5%
- #4 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
95% matchVery Positive87% of 99 reviews2023
Dev: The Island Games
Windows
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 21.8%, Souls-like 20.3%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 8.1%, Female Protagonist 7.3%
- #5 Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune
94% matchVery Positive83% of 2,039 reviews2024
Dev: IceSitruuna
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 16.3%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.2%
- #6 Stellar Poetry
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MXL-StudioPub: TrueColor Games
Windows
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 25.1%, Souls-like 22.7%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 9%, Female Protagonist 8%
- #7 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
93% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ongar Studio
Windows
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 22.5%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 6.4%
- #8 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
92% matchVery Positive83% of 1,186 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.6 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 20.2%, Souls-like 19%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Platformer 7.9%
- #9 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
91% matchVery Positive84% of 238 reviews2026
Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
Windows
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 22.3%, Souls-like 20.2%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Hack and Slash 10%, Open World 8%
- #10 The Steps of Divynia
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ice Spark Studios
Windows
Clash with tainted beasts as Divynia changes from the mundane to the unknown. As Aylidia, forge your destiny in a tale about courage and holding on to your beliefs. Will you unearth magic's greatest question, or are some mysteries better left untouched? Find out in this epic 2D Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 24.2%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Female Protagonist 6.5%
- #11 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
90% matchVery Positive90% of 1,759 reviews2023
Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Platformer 8.9%, Anime 7.3%
- #12 Saga of Yurina
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FIVE DUCK GAMES
Windows
A Katana-parrying action Metroidvania set in an era of falling cherry blossoms! Defeat your foes with pure, flawless swordplay and prove your absolute mastery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 21.6%, Hack and Slash 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 7.9%
- #13 LarsGadiel
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Diabolical Mind
Windows
LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie, a game originally created for Nintendo's 8-bit console that was never released (at least for now), but is now coming to Steam. It's a classic Metroidvania, featuring the original maps and design from that era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19%, Souls-like 16.7%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Platformer 8.7%, 2D Platformer 8.6%
- #14 Ganymede
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Clydeware LLC
Windows
Hack and slash your way through a space station overrun with aggressive alien creatures. Collect upgrade orbs to extend your abilities and conquer convoluted movement puzzles.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 10%, Exploration 8.4%
- #15 Lillusion
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: The Night Owls
Windows
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 22.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #16 DOOMBLADE
86% matchVery Positive80% of 367 reviews2023
Dev: Muro StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 20.2%, Souls-like 18.2%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 7.6%
- #17 Undying Hare
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 妖妖酒
Windows
Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 19.7%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 7.4%
- #18 Sunken Sky
84% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Codenightly
Windows · Linux
Welcome to the world of Sunken Sky and get ready for an epic action adventure through a vast open world. No place is beyond your reach - from the tallest mountains to the very minds of others. Battle bizarre creatures and befriend even stranger people. All in a detailed, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Open World 10%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Platformer 8.4%
- #19 The Legend of Simurgh
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PixelNodes
Windows
You are a small bird traveling through 7 valleys to find the Simurgh and bring life back to your village.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 24.9%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 8.8%, Exploration 6.9%
- #20 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
84% matchVery Positive92% of 240 reviews2025
Dev: Volk TeamPub: Progamefactoryllc
Windows
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 24.6%, Souls-like 22.5%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 8.8%
- #21 Axel Quest
83% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: PowerSlash Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #22 A Field of Flowers
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ikiruska Studios
Windows
In this norse-inspired metroidvania, explore and seek truths of what truly happened to you, having lost your home and your only friend in a single night. Fight and copy new magic from others to gain power, as you swear revenge on a mysterious stranger that took everything from you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 25%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Female Protagonist 8.5%
- #23 Momogatari
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sentori Studio
Windows
Explore the Yomi world with a sacred weapon that can change sword types. Fight different "Yokai" and challenge the "Kami" of this world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 18.7%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Open World 7.5%
- #24 Isadora's Edge
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: InboundShovel Games
Windows
Can you keep going when all hope is lost? Isadora's Edge is a 2D Metroidvania with a unique future fantasy setting. Explore an alien world, battle against the corrupted forces bringing it to the edge of destruction, and uncover the secrets behind its impending demise!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 16%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Multiple Endings 7.4%
- #25 Moonscars
80% matchVery Positive83% of 1,466 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 30.3%, Souls-like 27%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Hack and Slash 7.5%, Platformer 7.2%
- #26 Mother ZERO
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mitral Pulse Studio
Windows
In Mother ZERO, a cyberpunk action-adventure game, fight your way through a decaying world full of mysteries and threats. Explore deep underground bunkers, battle corrupted creatures, and encounter bizarre characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Souls-like 23.2%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Female Protagonist 7.1%
- #27 Midpoint
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frandy
Windows
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 26.4%, Souls-like 24.8%, Platformer 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Open World 6%
- #28 Spright
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Studio Wallnut
Windows
Spright is a hand-crafted 2D action-adventure about a lone warrior in a diving helm, drawn into the ruins of a fallen world. Forge, swim, and fight through luminous caverns, cursed foundries, and drowned ruins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Souls-like 24.9%, Platformer 13.3%, Exploration 7.4%, Action-Adventure 5.4%
- #29 Roid Chimp
77% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Robert PanichpakdeePub: Pay Artists Studios
Windows
A 2D platformer in the vein of Super Mario World, Megaman, and Sonic, play as Roid Chimp, a personification of our collective rage at a terrible system. Run, climb, and punch your way through a world to explore, filled with books that increase both regular stats and elemental upgrades.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Souls-like 20.1%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 8%
- #30 Mother's Sword
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsitle
Windows
Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.
Why similar: Souls-like 32.8%, Metroidvania 30.7%, Hack and Slash 10.6%, Platformer 7%, 2D Platformer 6.9%
- #31 Minoria
78% matchVery Positive81% of 2,602 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 34.5%, Souls-like 21.1%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Hack and Slash 8.2%, Anime 6.7%
- #32 The Malice Kingdom
76% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: The Cheesecake Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 25.1%, Souls-like 22.5%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.6%
- #33 Chakana, Gold of the Gods
76% matchMixed65% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Equinoxis Studios
Windows
Embark on a 2D metroidvania adventure that immerses players in Andean mythology, focusing on exploration, combat, and discovery. Join Hoyustus, a brave jaguar warrior, on his journey to free his people from the oppression of an usurping god.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 21.9%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 8.8%
- #34 Being and Becoming
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Souls-like 24.4%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Platformer 9.8%, Open World 6.5%
- #35 Intertwined
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VoidNode
Windows · Mac
A 2D metroidvania where your final boss is the character you didn’t choose. Play as Seren or Umbra—Master directional spear combat, explore a broken world, and uncover the truth behind your bond.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 25.5%, Platformer 9.6%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, 2D Platformer 7.1%
- #36 Dimension Rift Zero
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MrDyvik
Windows
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 28.8%, Souls-like 26.3%, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 6.7%, Open World 6.4%
- #37 Uncured
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: EndRealm
Windows · Mac · Linux
Uncured, Unhinged, Unyielding. In this unique roguelike platformer you slash your path through masses of infectuous beasts, relentless constructs of steel, and corrupt militaries that stand between you and the antivirus. Begin your journey to the heart of the capital before the time runs out.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Souls-like 23.2%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 9.2%
- #38 Big Fish
73% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: TOQ Games
Windows
Explore an underwater dystopian graveyard of giant creatures that once swam the seas. Eat your way to the top of the food chain and grow into a powerful creature of the deep in order to restore an ancient technology and save the ocean from the sunken city's pollution.
Why similar: Submarine 29% ★, Metroidvania 20%, Souls-like 18.4%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Platformer 7.5%
- #39 GINSHA
73% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
Windows · Linux
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 28.3%, Souls-like 23.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 9.5%, Female Protagonist 8.2%
- #40 Enemies Within
73% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: BoomSqueak
Windows
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 23.2%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 8.3%, Exploration 7.6%
- #41 Awita: Journey of Hope
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: ant_game_projects
Windows · Linux
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 29.8%, Souls-like 20.2%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Platformer 9.3%
- #42 SpellTome
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
Windows
SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Souls-like 27.7%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #43 Akatori
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast Games
Windows
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: Souls-like 24.6%, Metroidvania 18.7%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 9.8%, Female Protagonist 9.3%
- #44 Roots of Cinder
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.2%, Metroidvania 23%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, RPG 6.5%
- #45 Ex Angelus
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
Windows
Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 25.2%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Anime 5.3%
- #46 Mendacium
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Souls-like 25.6%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Action-Adventure 5.7%
- #47 BOGs: Earth vs Sea
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hammerhead Shark
Windows
Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 17.6%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 11.4%, Hack and Slash 11.1%
- #48 Elowyn and the Stolen Souls
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dream Stories
Windows · Mac · Linux
Enter the magic world of Elowyn! Evolve with her and discover all the secrets to magic in this metroidvania with incredible characters and scenary. Learn powerful spells, create potions, unravel many riddles and live the entire fantasy!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Platformer 12.1%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Exploration 7.7%
- #49 Custodian: Beginning of the End
71% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2021
Dev: Red-Pixel
Windows
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 25.6%, Souls-like 22.6%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 8.4%
- #50 Sandnight Hill Revelation
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 星守奏
Windows
In order to find her runaway cat,a girl ventures into the deep mountains where monsters roam. However, this mountain hides the truth of the world. By collecting the journals of lost wanderers who entered the Black Forest, she gradually approaches that truth. What, indeed, awaits her ahead...
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Souls-like 25.5%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Multiple Endings 5.7%
- #51 Luminite Era: Expedition
68% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: GameRelics
Windows
In "Luminite Era: Expedition," face unique Boss battles, wield arcane spells, and create distinct equipment combos to unveil the Black Mist's secrets and preserve humanity's last Luminite glimmer amid its relentless spread.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 25.4%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #52 Gastova: The Witches of Arkana
69% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2022
Dev: MechWolf Productions
Windows
Gastova is a lighthearted 2D platform adventure game. As the Guardian Witch of Arkana, Gastova must keep the balance of magic, solve a mystery involving the elemental fount guardians, discover hidden truths, and protect the future of her world from ominous forces before it's too late...
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 11.1%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, RPG 6.7%
- #53 Earthblade
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows
You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Female Protagonist 13%, Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 7.8%
- #54 ALLARA
68% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: GameDevOcean
Windows
Allara is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania soulslike set in pre-colonial East Siberia. Play as a shamaness defending her homeland, exploring mythic realms of the sacred world tree, battling brutal bosses, uncovering relics, and mastering a strategic single-skill combat system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Souls-like 23%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Open World 7.6%
- #55 Havoc Fox
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Havoc Studios
Windows
Take control of a sword-wielding fox and a dragon/owl duo to fight your way through the fantasy kingdom of Vanalia and stop its tyrant monarch! Havoc Fox is a combat-based action platformer featuring an unlikely partnership tasked with saving their home from its own corrupted protectors.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 10%, Anime 6.9%
- #56 DARK SUN (黑暗太阳)
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rou Shan Game
Windows
[DARK SUN] is an action game with 2D black and white graphics. Souls game mode. Explore the post-apocalyptic world after a thousand years, collect weapons, armor, battle techniques, magic, and challenge powerful enemies. Advance through repeated deaths to find the truth of the doomsday.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #57 Transiruby
67% matchVery Positive92% of 302 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Platformer 8.6%
- #58 Eden's Guardian
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Voragine Game Studio
Windows
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 25%, Souls-like 23.2%, Platformer 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Female Protagonist 8%