Games Like Fatal Claw

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 22.6%, Souls-like 20.3%, Difficult 11.9%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Platformer 7.9%

Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Souls-like 19.8%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, Hand-drawn 8%

Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 18.9%, Difficult 11.1%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%

Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 19.2%, Metroidvania 18.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Difficult 10.6%, Side Scroller 9.7%

Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.5%, Souls-like 18.6%, Side Scroller 12.2%, 2D Platformer 9%, Platformer 7.3%

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 18.6%, Souls-like 9.8%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Platformer 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%

Make impactful decisions in moral dilemma situations, which will change the course of your journey through this atmospheric, hand-drawn metroidvania. Explore the hazardous paths of the Realm of Aestik and fight its corrupted inhabitants as you unravel its deep-rooted mysteries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 16.2%, Souls-like 15.4%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%

Umbraclaw tells the story of Kuon, a house cat who has died in the mortal world, after she awakens in the Soulplane, a realm of the dead. She must challenge the perilous underworld to return home to her owner in this 2D action adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 29.5%, 2D Platformer 29.4%, Action 15.8%, Adventure 13.3%, 2D 8.9%

Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 23.2%, Side Scroller 11%, Platformer 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.3%

Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 16.3%, Difficult 10.5%, Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 7.8%

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 15.8%, Souls-like 14.8%, Nonlinear 11.1%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 20.4%, Side Scroller 11%, Dark Fantasy 10%, 2D Platformer 10%

Guide Pronty and its Javelin partner Bront as it defends the once great city of Royla. Explore the deep sea, fight mutant sea creatures, and discover the secrets behind this new Atlantis in this beautiful action-packed adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Difficult 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.9%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Platformer 7.7%

BIOMORPH is a dark metroidvania game where you become the creatures that you kill! Solve ingenious puzzles and navigate a stunning hand-drawn world. Meet quirky characters, rebuild a city, and uncover the secrets of a sprawling, fallen civilization… and of your own mysterious origins.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Nonlinear 12.4%, 2D Platformer 9%, Platformer 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%

Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 15.6%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.6%

Dive into the strange town of Rainybrook, taken over by the “Vile” in this 2.5D metroidvania! Fight your way through treacherous terrains and defeat formidable bosses to absorb their powers! Will you save the town and find your missing friend Ella — or will you give in to the monster you've become?

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, 2D Platformer 10%, Multiple Endings 9.4%

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 26.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Side Scroller 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 18.8%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 5.1%

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 26.8%, Souls-like 24.9%, Side Scroller 8.4%, 2D Platformer 8%, Platformer 6.7%

Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Nonlinear 17.6%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Platformer 7.6%

The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.

Why similar: Metroidvania 17%, Souls-like 16.6%, Difficult 15.1%, Nonlinear 8.9%, Side Scroller 8.4%

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: Souls-like 37.9%, Metroidvania 24.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Difficult 6.6%, Platformer 4.8%

Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle

Why similar: Souls-like 19.9%, Metroidvania 19.3%, Difficult 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 8%

Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Nonlinear 13.9%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, Platformer 8.3%, Exploration 7.3%

Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Platformer 9%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%

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 22.6%, Souls-like 18.9%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Difficult 11.1%, Platformer 10.3%

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 19%, Souls-like 18.5%, Difficult 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.2%

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 20.3%, Souls-like 18.6%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Difficult 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.8%

Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.4%, Side Scroller 18%, Souls-like 14.8%, Difficult 8.7%, Hand-drawn 8.4%

Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Souls-like 19.8%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Difficult 11.3%, Platformer 7.9%

This is a 2D platform ARPG game rooted in a Taoist mystical cosmology, blending Diablo-style equipment affixes, Metroidvania exploration elements, and light Rogue-like mechanics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, 2D Platformer 15%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Exploration 8.1%

Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Souls-like 21.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 9.7%

Emerald Dreams: Sanity - Platformer Quest is an exciting 2.5D platformer and adventure Metroidvania that takes you on a journey through mysterious worlds. The game offers a rich story set in a dark fantasy universe where every decision you make can lead to one of multiple endings.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Hand-drawn 14%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Platformer 12.7%, Multiple Endings 10%

You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Souls-like 20.5%, Difficult 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Side Scroller 7.9%

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 23.1%, Souls-like 17.8%, Side Scroller 12%, Difficult 10%, 2D Platformer 9.5%

Intense 2D action with special attacks, aerial combos, and customizable combat in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Upgrade your skills, forge new items, discover secret paths, and face challenging enemies on a journey to save the kingdom!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Side Scroller 19%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 14.3%, Atmospheric 6.2%

Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Platformer 10.5%

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 27.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Side Scroller 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 8.6%

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 36.7%, Platformer 10.7%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Hand-drawn 7.1%, Difficult 6.1%

Metroidvania dungeon crawler about Death & Grief full of puzzles, secrets & challenges. Inspired by old GameBoy Color games with Retro Pixel Art Aesthetics but with challenging boss fights & Lore-Rich

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 26.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Story Rich 6.8%

Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 10%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%

Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Souls-like 20.6%, Difficult 13.5%, Platformer 7.8%, Hand-drawn 6.3%

Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Souls-like 20%, Nonlinear 11.8%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 6.4%

Flow gracefully through a colorful, hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Souls-like 19%, Side Scroller 13.3%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 8.5%

Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Souls-like 27%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Difficult 9.4%, Platformer 6.7%

Explore the haunting, dreamlike fantasy world of BEFORE I GO, a punishing Metroidvania where you embody the innocence of an inner child on an allegorical odyssey towards death acceptance. The end is inevitable, but will you brave the journey?

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Difficult 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Nonlinear 12.7%, Side Scroller 10.5%

Frauki's Adventure is a challenging melee-combat platformer set in a large, interconnected world. Dodge, slash, stomp, and outplay a variety of intelligent and deadly Alien Robots. Discover shortcuts and find hidden upgrades. Challenging sword-fights and a sprawling, bizarre world await!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 25.3%, Difficult 14.7%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 9.8%

Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Souls-like 6.8%

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Souls-like 40.7%, Metroidvania 20.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Difficult 10.1%, Platformer 5.1%

After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Action 6.4%

F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Exploration 7.6%

Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.7%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 16.4%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Difficult 8.7%

3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.1%, Souls-like 19.8%, Side Scroller 11%, Difficult 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%

Fantasy metroidvania with a moral choice and hunting the bosses who are not going to patiently wait for you in their lair. Study the monsters. Track'em. Kill'em. Exploration of the vast interconnected fairytale world, an acrobatic combat system and weird locals are what awaits you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Souls-like 23.3%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 10.4%, Hand-drawn 8.1%

Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.1%, Side Scroller 21%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Platformer 9.9%, Metroidvania 7.3%

Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

Restore the Sun’s light and end the Eternal Eclipse in this 2D fast-paced action-platformer game inspired by Peruvian cultures. Explore hand-crafted environments, battle and improve your skills to defeat the Four Keepers that stole the power of the Sun.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.1%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Nonlinear 13.2%, Difficult 10.5%, 2D Platformer 8.2%

The Perfect Pencil is a surreal action platformer where exploration and choice shape everything. Discover hidden paths, meet bizarre characters, and unravel a psychological story filled with bizzare humor.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 15.2%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Multiple Endings 9.1%

Explore unearthly ruins, solve arcane riddles and pick up your sword against the indescribable horrors that lurk amidst the forgotten depths of our world. Beware the creeping grip of madness as you uncover secrets not meant for the eyes of men!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Difficult 17.9%, Platformer 12.4%, Exploration 7.6%, 2D Platformer 7.2%