- #1 Axiom Verge 2
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 907 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Platformer 11.4%, 2D Platformer 10%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #2 PSYCRON
96% matchVery Positive94% of 113 reviews2021
Dev: Mothware
Windows
A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Sci-fi 11.4%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #3 FrogeON
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JofraDev
Windows
A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Side Scroller 8.9%
- #4 Smelted Kin
95% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Microbat Studio
Windows · Linux
Science fiction 2D shooter with platformer and metroidvania elements. Players will have to explore a huge research complex consisting of nonlinear levels, which is crowded with robots
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Robots 11.2%, Platformer 9%
- #5 Neon Fusion
94% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Rodrigo Oak
Windows
Venture out on a machine-packed rescue mission in a 2D platform game, action, shooting and lots of Neon!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Robots 11.4%, Action 8.6%
- #6 H=ZERO
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jefferson Nascimento Ferreira Pub: Jefferson Nascimento Ferreira
Windows
In a future where humanity has vanished, machines maintain vast underground complexes under the command of artificial intelligences. You are a unit activated to deliver a mysterious payload. Face hostile systems, precision challenges, and uncover the forgotten purpose of your existence.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Platformer 14.5%, Robots 12.8%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Sci-fi 10.1%
- #7 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
93% matchVery Positive85% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Platformer 13.2%, Sci-fi 12%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #8 Res Extensa
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Overclocked Abacus Games
Windows · Linux
A platform adventure game incorporating elements from immersive sims and cinematic platformers. Run, fight and hack your way through a distant space colony as you attempt to reclaim your humanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Robots 12.8%, Platformer 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10.8%
- #9 Ghost Song
91% matchVery Positive83% of 1,404 reviews2022
Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Platformer 10.9%, Robots 10%
- #10 Shadow Labyrinth
90% matchMixed57% of 323 reviews2025
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Shadow Labyrinth is a 2D action platformer and a genre-twisting alternate take on the iconic PAC-MAN. As The Swordsman, you wake on a mysterious planet amidst relics of wars past. To survive you will discover secrets, consume your enemies, and grow from prey to apex predator.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, 2D Platformer 11%, Sci-fi 9.2%
- #11 Robo's World: The Zarnok Fortress
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2016
Dev: Bluish-Green ProductionsPub: Bluish-Green Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Robo’s World: The Zarnok Fortress isn't your average Action-Platformer. Take on the vast, interconnected Fortress, and battle an ever learning foe who seeks to repair each zone you sabotage. Can you master your abilities to put an end to the dark reign of the Zarnok once and for all?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Robots 15.7%, Platformer 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.5%
- #12 Avemary Rocket -Captain Patchwork-
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ステサンゲームズPub: room6
Windows
Join our brave captain on this action adventure in space! You'll be riding The Patchwork, a less than ideal spaceship, but enough to get away from pursuers. However, you'll be facing malfunctions, fires, enemies attacking... When it rains, it pours.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Space 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #13 Xanthiom 2
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MathanGames
Windows
Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Side Scroller 16.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 11.9%, Sci-fi 9%
- #14 Bread Adventure
87% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%
- #15 Plague of Yamorn
86% matchPositive89% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: DozenByte
Windows
Cleanse the infected in Plague of Yamorn, a 2D metroidvania. Explore the ruined town of Yamorn and uncover the secrets behind its downfall. Find and craft new equipment, offensive and defensive items. Exploit the plagues empowering properties to gain new powers and abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 12%, Side Scroller 11.2%, 2D Platformer 11.1%
- #16 StarCore Legacy
86% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Remake to 2016's Legends of the Universe - StarCore, a Metroidvania style Action-Platformer with several abilities, enemies and areas to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Space 9.8%, Platformer 9.7%, Side Scroller 8.9%
- #17 Maelstrom
85% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #18 Inferno
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bombfire
Windows
Inferno is a fire-fueled 2D platformer where betrayal ignites transformation. Play as Kai, a Sergeant in the Krorion Space Forces, searching for his traitorous commanding officer. Run, jump, dash, and FIRE to unleash Sergeant Kai’s Inferno power against devastating odds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.6%
- #19 Project Atno
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Olsen Games LLC
Windows
Forge your own path through a derelict station in this fast-paced epic adventure. Navigate the labyrinthine behemoth, form alliances with survivors, and uncover the secrets behind the mystery that befell this place.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 12%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Robots 8.9%
- #20 Attraction
83% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2021
Dev: DAthoughts
Windows
You are a friendly explorer robot, searching for answers in a far away planet. Harness the power of the cosmos with your matter gun in this clever and minimalist adventure-puzzle-platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Robots 11.6%, Sci-fi 10.9%, Space 9.8%
- #21 Transiruby
82% matchVery Positive92% of 290 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 40.9%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Platformer 9.5%, Side Scroller 8.9%
- #22 Croakspire
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Platformer 9%, Action 5.9%
- #23 Badass Brigade
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Marauder Squad
Windows
Throw a dude at another dude! Badass Brigade is a light-hearted 2D action game where you shoot, punch, grab, and throw your foes. Take on missions where you can explore the world and uncover a wide variety of weapons and gear for new ways to fight.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Side Scroller 5.3%
- #24 Identity Sector
82% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Dynamicron LLC
Windows
Join the Asguardian mercenaries to save the Niddhog Sector from a corporate take over! Run, jump, and shoot in this action adventure game. Find sweet guns and armor and put your skills to the test in Identity Sector!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Platformer 13%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Action 11.5%
- #25 Vanishing Starlight
78% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: 上海心柒网络科技有限公司Pub: 上海星游纪信息技术有限公司
Windows
Vanishing Starlight, integrating ancient Chinese myths and Cyberpunk, is a Metroidvania platformer. Play as a prisoner who lost memory and embark on a journey across the stars where you seek lost memories, partners, and uncover your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Adventure 10.6%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Action 10%
- #26 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
79% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: SpoonweaverPub: Spoonweaver Studios
Windows
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Platformer 14.4%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
- #27 Xanthiom Zero
78% matchVery Positive96% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: MathanGames
Windows
Play as Captain Grisham, and uncover the secrets of Planet 4-514 in this thrilling prequel to Side Scape!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 10.5%, Space 10%, Sci-fi 9.4%
- #28 The Adventures of Panzer 2
79% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Pixelcraft Games
Windows
Set approximately 1 year after the events of the first game, Panzer returns to his role as Raid Leader of the Zergadins. The old team has been "recruited", an all-new state-of-the-art headquarters built, and a world of adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Platformer 16%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Action 9.4%
- #29 Xeodrifter
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 855 reviews2014
Dev: Atooi
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Platformer 13.7%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Side Scroller 8.7%, 2D Platformer 7.4%
- #30 Solaris: Good Harvest
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moving Pixels
Windows
A humble farmer sets out to rescue his chicken from monstrous abductors. Punch, slash, and parkour your way through elemental-infused chaos in this fast-paced 2D action-platformer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Platformer 15.4%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action 9.6%
- #31 Dungeon Dot Ruby
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IIShots Entertainment
Windows
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 38.3%, Side Scroller 16.5%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Platformer 7.7%
- #32 Garden of the Atom
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rookbird GamesPub: Blacc Ski Weekend Industries
Windows · Linux
Garden of the Atom is a combat-focused Metroidvania where you hold nothing back. Start with every movement ability unlocked and play as 'Prodigy,' an exiled genius infiltrating a futuristic dictatorship to stop a tyrant from harnessing a cataclysmic meteor shower.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Robots 10.4%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #33 Nihilsearch
76% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Team_Bug
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in the pixelated 2D world of "Nihilsearch" on a lifeless mechanical planet. Explore dark underground complexes, battle hostile machines and life forms, and meet diverse humans, life forms, and machines. Discover the meaning of life and create your own adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Action-Adventure 15%, 2D Platformer 14%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
- #34 The Elderseed
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Talebound Games
Windows
Embark on an epic action adventure by unraveling the mystery of the Elder Seed and save the world from falling into chaos. Journey with Milo through colorful handcrafted lands, forests, caves and dungeons. Forge new weapons and encounter strange creatures who will help you throughout your journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Platformer 14.4%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.4%
- #35 Microvania
73% matchPositive80% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Dreampunk
Windows · Mac
Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Platformer 11%, Robots 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.5%
- #36 Battery Samurai
75% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Matthewstone
Windows
Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Platformer 14.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #37 Corrupt Eldritch Order
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WolverineSoft StudioPub: WolverineSoft
Windows · Mac
Play as an assassin hired to complete a job in a dark city filled with corrupted beasts. A 2D Action-platformer where each level will test your will, ingenuity, and resourcefulness as you wade through beasts on your journey to complete your job.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Side Scroller 12.4%
- #38 Pentacore
74% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Jonathan CollierPub: Mythril Age
Windows
Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Platformer 14.9%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Sci-fi 8.3%, Action 5.8%
- #39 Clean Energy Creatures
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Clean Energy Fun
Windows
Clean Energy Creatures is an action packed platformer about cute, disc-golf loving, alien creatures summoned to earth to install solar panels, battle the Coal Chunk Chuckers and survive the impacts of climate disasters along the way.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, 2D Platformer 11.8%
- #40 Shadow King
73% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2023
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #41 史莱狗(Slimg)
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cow Studio
Windows
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #42 EON: Reset
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team EON Reset
Windows
Explore EON Association in the wake of an apocalyptic disaster. Maneuver the artificial life EON-3033 to battle paranormal entities. Experience an exciting 2D combat in a world where elemental forces exist. Peel back the threads of ambiguous narrative and discover the secrets of time and fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Platformer 13.8%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #43 labyrinth Trials
71% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2023
Dev: Casperdew
Windows
A game designed with the intend of speed running as the player you must fight monsters and robots and make your way through four stages and defeat all the bosses and make it to the end portal as quickly as possible
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Robots 12.3%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action 9.1%
- #44 Ganymede
71% 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 37.4%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Sci-fi 7%
- #45 Echoes of Nox
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Orange Party
Windows
Explore the Echoes of Nox amongst the war between 3 factions of robots. Uncover new tools and take territory as the dynamically changing rooms switch hands between the different AIs and yourself. Reveal the secrets of the past and discover why you alone were left in this station.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Sci-fi 5.7%
- #46 Curse of the Draugr Kings
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: XSKR LLC
Windows
What awaits you in the depths of this ancient tomb? Get ready to explore and discover the secrets of the dungeon of the draugr kings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 11.2%
- #47 Autonomous Odyssey
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SunOracle Games LLC
Windows · Mac
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 33.5%, Robots 15.9%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #48 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Platformer 16%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Space 6.3%
- #49 Spirit Fusion
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Platformer 14.6%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Adventure 8.6%
- #50 Ed's world story
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: KoKoGames
Windows
Protagonist 'Ed' lives in Kakariko village. He wants to become an adventurer who explore this great world. You can join Ed's adventure... find out a secret of the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Action-Adventure 16%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Adventure 9.6%
- #51 Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
67% matchMostly Negative30% of 115 reviews2026
Dev: Bit Bot MediaPub: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.3%
- #52 Sect-Machina
68% 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: Metroidvania 29.1%, Platformer 13.5%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, 2D Platformer 12%
- #53 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Platformer 15.9%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action 9.6%
- #54 GoldFish Brain
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.7%, Action-Adventure 16%, 2D Platformer 14%, Adventure 4.8%, Action 4.7%
- #55 Sweet Dreams Dahlia
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2357 Steps
Windows
I wake beneath the ruins of a world built on dreams. I descend the shattered Tower, explore forgotten biomes, master ancient combat techniques, and face the consequences of my absence. Beautiful metroidvania about identity, guilt, and choice after the collapse of a powerful civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, Platformer 12.3%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Action 5.3%
- #56 Outpost Delta
68% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Hidden Achievement LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Outpost Delta is a single player, 2-D side-scrolling sci-fi shooter for PC. Take on the role of Delta, the outpost’s emergency defense, who along with her AI companion must defend the space station against alien intruders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Platformer 12%, Robots 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #57 Makis Adventure
66% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Action-Adventure 13%, Side Scroller 11.1%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 9%
- #58 The Search: Lost Dreams
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gninjastudio
Windows
The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Action-Adventure 13%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Action 6.9%
- #59 Bitlands
67% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: ByteForge
Windows
Platform across strange, magical terrain while meeting even stranger friends and enemies! Discover the history behind the Bitlands, and unlock new allies and powers to traverse the dangerous worlds of the Bitlands, and restore peace to a broken kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Platformer 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Action-Adventure 14%, Action 6.5%