
Mutant foes await: Transform into different animals and recombine your own DNA to unlock new abilities in Faunamorph. Uncover the mysteries of your origin in this action-packed 2D metroidvania about genetics and mutations.
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Platformer, 2D, Action, Metroidvania.

Mutant foes await: Transform into different animals and recombine your own DNA to unlock new abilities in Faunamorph. Uncover the mysteries of your origin in this action-packed 2D metroidvania about genetics and mutations.

Axiom Verge 2
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

Bring Back The Sun by Daniel da Silva
Bring Back The Sun is a short and challenging 2D Platformer. The goal is obvious - bring back the sun! No enemies, no spikes, just jumping above the bottomless pit.
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Side Scroller 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 9.1%, Nonlinear 7.8%
Bring Back The Sun is a short and challenging 2D Platformer. The goal is obvious - bring back the sun! No enemies, no spikes, just jumping above the bottomless pit.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 53.1% ★, Side Scroller 17%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 8.5%, Atmospheric 2.7%
Escape Zolstar is a metroidvania where you explore, collect powerups, fight enemies, and defeat bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Nonlinear 18%, Side Scroller 13.1%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 9%
Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Side Scroller 18.3%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 8.6%, Exploration 8%
Dormiveglia is a 2D metroidvania starring Quinn, the whip-wielding hero of Spring Plaza. Join Quinn as they team up with the other heroes and allies of Elysium, and search for the four sacred Runes hidden about before they fall into the hands of Somnia!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Nonlinear 15.8%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 9.4%
A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Side Scroller 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Exploration 7.4%
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 23.8%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Side Scroller 11%, Platformer 9%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Nonlinear 10.3%, Exploration 8.6%
We can't reach the moon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Nonlinear 14.5%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 8.2%
An all-new Metroidvania-style game developed using Pixel Game Maker MV! Make use of a variety of weapons as you traverse sprawling stages on a mission to take back your brother's body from the witch who stole it!
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 40.8% ★, Metroidvania 24.2%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Platformer 6.9%, Exploration 5.6%
The fox princess's great adventure! A story from a little while ago. Tamamo Hime wakes up in the Ayakashi world, ``Kakuriyo.'' She makes her way home, feeling a bit uncomfortable. Explore various stages and move forward with graceful actions! Is this world a dream or...
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Nonlinear 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 9.5%
A mini metroidvania game about a small but very courageous slime going on an adventure, featuring colorful pixelated visuals and chiptune songs.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Nonlinear 12.8%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 8.7%
Chiaroscuro is a 2D adventure platformer with metroidvania elements. Explore a world that has fallen into darkness and discover the Lights to illuminate your forgotten past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Nonlinear 14.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 8.9%
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Nonlinear 15.5%, Side Scroller 11.6%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Exploration 8.6%
Zapling Bygone is a twisted metroidvania where you murder your foes and steal their abilities by wearing their skulls and absorbing their consciousness into your hive-mind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Nonlinear 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Exploration 6.2%
Far Star is a story-driven action-adventure game with Metroidvania influences. There is something fishy going on in this galaxy, but this won’t stop your intergalactic general services crew from doing their job using a varied set of skills, weapons and outfits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Side Scroller 14.9%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Nonlinear 15.6%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9%, Exploration 8.4%
Explore, fight, and discover new spells and abilities in the world of Shifted Heart! Acquire an assortment of spells, customize your loadout to your liking, and save the world from certain doom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Nonlinear 13.6%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 7.4%
Explore large levels in endless ways with the ability to switch between Past, Present & Future. Set your own pace and challenge with a variety of unlockable characters and difficulty modes. Unlock additional content by clearing in-game challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Nonlinear 18.5%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Platformer 10.5%, Mystery 4.3%
Xenosis is a thrilling metroidvania where you traverse an ancient temple that has been overrun by alien creatures. Armed with your blaster, you must combat a variety of challenging enemies and upgrade your weapon to escape
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Nonlinear 12.3%, Science 10.7% ★, 2D Platformer 9.6%
Embark on a journey through the gamified "Beautiful World", play (fight) with residents until you are satisfied, and explore to the end of the world. "Bloom Thrice" is a 2D action adventure game where you join the world full of brightness and kindness.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 40.9% ★, Metroidvania 28.2%, 2D Platformer 7.5%, Exploration 6.8%, Action-Adventure 5.9%
Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Nonlinear 15.1%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Jump, dash, and swim in this epic adventure! Explore the vast Aztec lands in an axolotl action-platformer! Xolotl is a cute, 2D action-platformer, in which your goal is to regain your godly form and powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Nonlinear 15.8%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 9%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Nonlinear 11.7%, Platformer 8.4%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
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 31.5%, Side Scroller 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
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 32.8%, Nonlinear 17.9%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Exploration 7.8%, Platformer 7%
Discover your own legend in LUCID. Platform through a crystalline world torn apart by calamity, absorb powerful abilities that expand movement and enhance combat against a diverse cast of enemies and bosses, all in gorgeous pixel art inspired by the golden age of 2D sidescrollers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Nonlinear 15%, Side Scroller 14.6%, 2D Platformer 10%, Platformer 8%
Come discover a world full of Brazilian cultural personalities, with several exclusive powers to be used strategically, play win and try to be the best by entering the world rank!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Platformer 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Nonlinear 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.8%
A 2-D action adventure platformer where you can absorb and manipulate things with your friend Moku. You can use different abilities to explore and interact with the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Side Scroller 16.4%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 10%, Exploration 8.2%
Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Can Momo find her way out of this dreamscape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Exploration 7%
Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Nonlinear 8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
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 34.3%, Side Scroller 13.1%, 2D Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Exploration 7.7%
Irata, a space bounty hunter is caught in a galactic conflict. A rogue federation seeks the fragments of the Eternium Core, an advanced chip that commands all defense systems in the solar system. In this sci-fi Metroidvania, explore, fight, and upgrade your way to stop the enemy and save the galaxy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Nonlinear 17.2%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
Night Lights is a relaxing puzzle platformer where you manipulate light and shadow to guide a small robot through a calm, atmospheric world.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 39.7% ★, Metroidvania 22.4%, Side Scroller 13.2%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Platformer 6.5%
Draw your sword and jump into a dystopian metropolis in this 2D action-exploration game. Hunt down giant robots and use their parts to enhance your abilities as you try to uncover the secrets hidden beneath the neon lights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Nonlinear 16.3%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Nonlinear 12.5%, Platformer 12.1%, 2D Platformer 6.5%, Exploration 5.3%
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 27.7%, Side Scroller 15.7%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9%
Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Exploration 7.4%
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Platformer 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
2D-Action-Platformer with terrain transformation. Place tiles to reach new heights, block incoming projectiles, or hide yourself from the enemy. All abilities/weapons acquired are equipped at all times. Stand still and hold fire for a laser beam, move and fire for a bubble, move and hold to roll…
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Nonlinear 16.7%, Side Scroller 16%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 8.7%
Chill metroidvania maximizes non-linear exploration & puzzle-platforming. Frequent checkpoints, no currency, no combat. Gain friends & abilities. Collectables-as-media; tarot cards, weird podcasts, and songs from over 20 bands; all found within a surreal papercraft world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Side Scroller 14.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Nonlinear 13%, Platformer 7%
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 40.6%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
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: Metroidvania 41.4%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 9.3%, Exploration 9.2%, Nonlinear 8.9%
Explore, fight, and platform through a world of deadly plants as a lone potato, Tater Spud, in search of powerups and the answers behind the flora that was once safe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Nonlinear 16.8%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
Explore a broken world. Fight with a silent machine. Solve puzzles that break the rules. The game has already begun, even on this page.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Nonlinear 17.7%, Mystery 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Exploration 10.2%
Destinesia is a sci-fi metroidvania which you are looking for a new home for humanity. Parkour your way through most dangerous jungles and explore the ancient dungeons. Upgrade your suit with the remains of your ancestors. Reveal the oldest secrets of Homo Sapiens.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Side Scroller 15.2%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 8.6%, Exploration 7.6%
A 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania platformer with 8-bit NES-style graphics and sound. Find weapon upgrades and other power-ups that allow you to explore an open world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Nonlinear 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 9.4%
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 27.1%, Side Scroller 14.4%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Nonlinear 8.6%, Platformer 7.4%
Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Nonlinear 12.2%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 8%
Fly and fight your way through the magically altered tree you once called home! Free your friends from the prison gems that bind them! Find all your friends to open up an escape portal and get to safety!
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, Nonlinear 19.2%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 11.5%, Exploration 9.8%
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 27.3%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Platformer 9.9%
A retro style mini metroidvania game about a caveman who loves ham!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Side Scroller 18%, Nonlinear 14.1%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 9.2%
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 31.3%, Side Scroller 17.2%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 8.7%, Exploration 6.4%
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 16.1%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Exploration 8.3%, Platformer 7.2%
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 33%, Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 8.5%, Exploration 7.9%
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 28.9%, Side Scroller 16.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
Little Nemo and his friends return for a hand-animated metroidvania adventure! Explore magical dream worlds with Nemo, the Princess of Slumberland, the mischievious Flip, and royal guard Peony as they try to stop the Nightmare Fiends from ruling over dreams forever.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Nonlinear 16.5%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Exploration 11%, Platformer 11%
Resort adventure of exploration, life-sim and a little action. Your guide is in-game "Brochure" filled with map and activities. Check them off as you go. Learn new skills to unlock new areas. Days at the waterpark, nights at the hotel lounge. No enemies. Just your own pace. A cozy Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Side Scroller 15.5%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Exploration 8.4%
Escape from a wide laboratory dominated by battles between rebelling test subjects and armed scientists. Solve puzzles, get into battles, and discover secrets as you progress through this action-packed 2D-Sidescroll-Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Side Scroller 17.1%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Nonlinear 9.6%, Platformer 8.1%
Rescue scientists, build your own lab, and discover the secret of Toromiro Island in this intricate pixel art platformer!
Why similar: Science 25.1% ★, Side Scroller 15.6%, Platformer 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 7.7%