- #1 Haiku, the Robot
97% matchVery Positive90% of 3,390 reviews2022
Dev: Mister Morris Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 50%, Robots 18.5%, Platformer 9.4%, Side Scroller 7.9%, Adventure 6.1%
- #2 Tails of Iron
96% matchVery Positive88% of 14,278 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Action RPG 24.5%, Medieval 11.5%, RPG 11.1%, Adventure 8%
- #3 Gato Roboto
95% matchVery Positive94% of 5,065 reviews2019
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.3%, Platformer 8.3%, Action 7.2%, Indie 6.8%, Adventure 5.8%
- #4 Axiom Verge
94% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 71.8%, Platformer 8.7%, Action 4.6%, Indie 4.5%, Adventure 3.5%
- #5 Pronty
94% matchVery Positive91% of 1,254 reviews2021
Dev: 18Light Game Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 58%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Platformer 10.8%, Action 7.4%, Exploration 4.8%
- #6 Super Roboy
93% matchVery Positive95% of 130 reviews2025
Dev: Vincent PenningPub: VP Games
Windows
Delve into the world of Super Roboy, a hand-drawn Metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic setting! Learn enemy skills, explore an interconnected world, battle mutants and robots, and uncover the emotional story of a young robot searching for his father.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Robots 16.9%, Platformer 9.6%, RPG 8.8%, Action 5.7%
- #7 Chasm
92% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,617 reviews2018
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.1%, RPG 9.8%, Platformer 7.3%, Action 5.3%, Adventure 5.2%
- #8 Souldiers
91% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 80.8%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 4.4%, Platformer 2.3%, Singleplayer 2%
- #9 F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
91% matchVery Positive87% of 6,949 reviews2021
Dev: TiGamesPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.3%, Platformer 13.3%, Action 7.8%, Adventure 6.8%, Exploration 4.7%
- #10 Salt and Sanctuary
90% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Metroidvania 56.9%, RPG 11.3%, Platformer 7.7%, Action RPG 6.4%, Action 5%
- #11 Hollow Knight
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 534,538 reviews2017
Dev: Team Cherry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 64.2%, Platformer 11.3%, Indie 5.1%, Adventure 4.2%, 2D 3.8%
- #12 HunterX: code name T
88% matchVery Positive88% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, Action RPG 14%, RPG 13%, Platformer 9.4%, Action 6.8%
- #13 The Aquatic Adventure of the Last Human
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 494 reviews2016
Dev: YCJY Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the ruins of the human race and discover the thriving wildlife that blossomed after our extinction in this underwater action/adventure. Encounter monstrous creatures and let curiosity guide you through an inevitable voyage of extinction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 65.2%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 10.1%, Indie 8.4%, 2D 3.1%
- #14 Dust: An Elysian Tail
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,936 reviews2013
Dev: Humble Hearts LLCPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, Platformer 12.1%, RPG 10.8%, Action 7.5%, Indie 5%
- #15 MIO: Memories in Orbit
84% matchVery Positive83% of 2,890 reviews2026
Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 54.2%, Robots 17.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Exploration 4.9%, Indie 4.7%
- #16 Retro Machina
86% matchVery Positive87% of 252 reviews2021
Dev: Orbit StudioPub: SuperGG.com
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Retro Machina is a single-player action and exploration game set in a retro-futuristic universe. Experience the journey of a little robot as it solves intricate puzzles and begins unraveling the mysteries of a world long forgotten.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Robots 17%, RPG 9.9%, Platformer 8.6%, Action 7.9%
- #17 SteamWorld Dig
86% matchVery Positive94% of 10,641 reviews2013
Dev: Image & Form Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
SteamWorld Dig is an action-adventure puzzler with strong Metroidvanian influences set in the SteamWorld Universe. You’ll need to dig deep into the earth, gather resources to upgrade your tools and abilities, take on enemies, solve challenging puzzles and uncover the secrets to save a dying town.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.7%, Platformer 14.1%, Robots 13.8%, Adventure 5.6%, Indie 4.9%
- #18 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
83% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
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 56.1%, Platformer 8.8%, RPG 8.8%, Adventure 8.5%, Exploration 4.6%
- #19 OUTBUDDIES DX
85% matchMixed70% of 283 reviews2019
Dev: Julian LauferPub: Headup
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 58.3%, Platformer 10%, Action 7%, Indie 6.4%, Adventure 6.2%
- #20 A Robot Named Fight!
84% matchVery Positive88% of 883 reviews2017
Dev: Morningstar Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A Robot Named Fight is a Metroidvania roguelike focused on exploration and item collection. Explore a different, procedurally-generated labyrinth each time you play and discover randomized power-ups to traverse obstacles, find secrets and explode meat beasts.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61%, Robots 15.2%, Platformer 8.8%, Action 7.3%, Indie 4.6%
- #21 SteamWorld Dig 2
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,836 reviews2017
Dev: Image & Form Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
SteamWorld Dig is back! Dig deep, gain riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld in this platform mining adventure influenced by classic Metroidvania style games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.6%, Platformer 10.9%, Robots 7.8%, Adventure 7.3%, Action 6.6%
- #22 Last Vanguard
81% matchVery Positive86% of 91 reviews2025
Dev: Cool Tapir Studios
Windows
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 49.5%, Action RPG 12.3%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Action 5.1%
- #23 Metal Bringer
79% matchVery Positive88% of 1,110 reviews2025
Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!
Why similar: Robots 38.9%, Action RPG 34.8%, Action 14.4%, Indie 9.2%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #24 Ato
81% matchVery Positive97% of 463 reviews2020
Dev: Tiny Warrior Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A world of Beauty and Mystery, Emotive Animations, Atmospheric Environments, Visually Driven Story, Metroidvania Exploration and Memorable Sword Duels.
Why similar: Metroidvania 65.2%, Platformer 8%, Indie 6.7%, Action 6.3%, Adventure 5.9%
- #25 Aggelos
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 656 reviews2018
Dev: Storybird GamesPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.4%, RPG 18.7%, Adventure 9.8%, Indie 8.4%, Action 7%
- #26 INAYAH - Life after Gods
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 288 reviews2025
Dev: Exogenesis StudiosPub: Headup
Windows
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 58.7%, Platformer 14.1%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Action 9.4%, 2D 4.3%
- #27 MindSeize
80% matchMostly Positive75% of 305 reviews2020
Dev: Kamina Dimension
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
MindSeize is a 2D Metroidvania game set in a Sci-Fi-universe. Transfer your mind to a robot and rescue your beloved one!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Action 15.7%, Adventure 13.5%, Indie 12.4%, Platformer 6.8%
- #28 Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
77% matchVery Positive80% of 2,037 reviews2024
Dev: Metamorphosis GamesPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, RPG 17%, Platformer 10.5%, Action 6.8%, Indie 4.7%
- #29 3000th Duel
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 623 reviews2019
Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
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 46.3%, Platformer 9.9%, Side Scroller 9%, RPG 8.2%, Action 7.1%
- #30 Valdis Story: Abyssal City
78% matchVery Positive84% of 2,710 reviews2013
Dev: Endlessfluff Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 64.7%, RPG 8.9%, Platformer 8.4%, Action 5.4%, Indie 3.5%
- #31 Iron Diamond
76% matchVery Positive89% of 55 reviews2024
Dev: North Folk Studios
Windows
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 57%, Medieval 9.4%, Platformer 8.4%, Action 6.9%, Adventure 6.2%
- #32 Eastern Exorcist
76% matchVery Positive84% of 6,714 reviews2021
Dev: Wildfire Game(无锡野火数字科技有限公司)
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: RPG 18.5%, Action RPG 15.9%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Metroidvania 13.9%, Action 10.6%
- #33 FOUNTAINS
74% matchVery Positive84% of 443 reviews2024
Dev: John Pywell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.9%, Action RPG 17.6%, RPG 13.7%, Medieval 5.3%, Exploration 4.8%
- #34 Robot Wants It All
77% matchVery Positive89% of 187 reviews2019
Dev: Hamumu Games, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Robot wants stuff! Go get it for him in this compilation of the metroidvania Robot Wants series, including an all-new Robot adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Robots 16.6%, Action 9.5%, Platformer 8.9%, Side Scroller 7.6%
- #35 GRIME
73% matchVery Positive85% of 6,299 reviews2021
Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.7%, Action RPG 12.6%, Platformer 10.8%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Action 5.2%
- #36 Darxanadon
75% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.2%, Action RPG 16%, RPG 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Medieval 5.9%
- #37 Kingdom Shell
72% matchVery Positive89% of 232 reviews2023
Dev: Cup of PixelsPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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 61.2%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Adventure 7.5%, Platformer 7.1%, Action 6.8%
- #38 Curse of the Sea Rats
74% matchMixed58% of 214 reviews2023
Dev: Petoons StudioPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on an epic, hand-animated, ‘ratoidvania’ adventure, where your crew has been turned into rats by a pirate witch! Explore a rich non-linear world, enjoy fun action platforming, face challenging bosses, and unlock unique abilities - either alone or in local co-op!
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.8%, RPG 13.2%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Platformer 11.6%, Action 8.6%
- #39 forma.8
75% matchVery Positive82% of 57 reviews2017
Dev: MixedBag Srl
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
forma.8 is a unique take on the proven Metroidvania action-adventure formula, with a striking visual style and a huge world to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, Action 12.2%, Adventure 10.8%, Indie 10%, Side Scroller 9.9%
- #40 Slavania
73% matchMixed64% of 230 reviews2024
Dev: FrostLeaf Games LLC
Windows
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 52.4%, Action RPG 13%, Medieval 12.5%, Platformer 10.5%, Action 4.3%
- #41 Phoenotopia: Awakening
72% matchVery Positive83% of 2,763 reviews2021
Dev: Cape Cosmic
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.6%, Platformer 13.4%, Action 8.9%, Adventure 8.8%, 2D 4.1%
- #42 Frauki's Adventure!
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 51 reviews2021
Dev: CLYDE games
Windows · Linux
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 65.4%, Platformer 13.5%, Action 7.9%, Exploration 5.9%, Indie 4.7%
- #43 HunterX
71% matchVery Positive84% of 719 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Action RPG 14.8%, RPG 9.3%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Platformer 7.1%
- #44 Solateria
67% matchVery Positive85% of 331 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
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 64.9%, Platformer 10.2%, Action 5.9%, Adventure 5.3%, Exploration 4.5%
- #45 Foregone
70% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 50%, Platformer 12.6%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Action 8.6%, Indie 6.4%
- #46 Breaking Gates
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 110 reviews2020
Dev: Ylun GamesPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
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 38.1%, Action RPG 15%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 8.1%, RPG 8%
- #47 Aestik
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 91 reviews2024
Dev: Hooded Traveler Games
Windows
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 54.5%, Platformer 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 7.1%
- #48 Overbowed
68% matchVery Positive91% of 86 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63%, Platformer 10.5%, Action 8.2%, Adventure 7.3%, Indie 5.3%
- #49 Iconoclasts
69% matchVery Positive86% of 4,919 reviews2018
Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.9%, Platformer 9.3%, Action 7.9%, Indie 7.3%, Adventure 7.2%
- #50 Unworthy
70% matchVery Positive81% of 842 reviews2018
Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.4%, RPG 13.8%, Action 7.7%, Indie 6.6%, Adventure 6%
- #51 DEVIATOR
68% matchMixed68% of 988 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
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 59.3%, Platformer 11.7%, Action 8.3%, Side Scroller 5.9%, Adventure 5%
- #52 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 260 reviews2017
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Platformer 12.1%, RPG 9.7%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Action 8.1%
- #53 Faeland
67% matchVery Positive90% of 324 reviews2023
Dev: Talegames
Windows
Take on the role of skilled hunter, Sam, in Faeland, an adventure RPG set in a beautiful world inspired by 8-bit classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.7%, RPG 19.2%, Adventure 9.4%, Indie 8.1%, 2D 2.6%
- #54 The Mobius Machine
66% matchVery Positive84% of 461 reviews2024
Dev: Madruga Works
Windows
Discover a vast alien world. Fight the ferocious local fauna and killer machines. Reveal its secrets and find a way to escape. The Mobius Machine is a side-scroller action adventure, with an emphasis on free-form exploration and intense combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Robots 13%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 9.2%, Indie 4.9%
- #55 Makis Adventure
67% 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 57.8%, Action 8.6%, Platformer 8%, Side Scroller 7.9%, Adventure 5.6%
- #56 Afterimage
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 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 52.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, Side Scroller 9.8%, RPG 8.8%, Platformer 8.7%
- #57 bobo robot
68% matchVery Positive89% of 79 reviews2020
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
A wacky metroidvania. ⚡ Meet weird characters, unlock new abilities and complete a mysterious mission . . .
Why similar: Action 26.5%, Metroidvania 26.1%, Adventure 24.1%, Indie 21%, Exploration 2.3%
- #58 Ghost Song
66% 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 49.1%, Robots 13.2%, Platformer 9.7%, Side Scroller 7.9%, Action 6%
- #59 Fatal Claw
63% matchVery Positive96% of 122 reviews2025
Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
Windows
Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.6%, Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 7%