- #1 OTHERSIDE: Untamed Words
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: OthersideCraft
Windows
OTHERSIDE is a 2D, hand-drawn Metroidvania adventure featuring 'Mao' - a cat warrior awakened from slumber. Wield a sword and brush to explore a beast kingdom, encounter tribes, and uncover secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Platformer 11.5%, Action RPG 10.3%, Physics 8.3%, RPG 6.5%
- #2 AOI
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: Pura Studio
Windows
This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Platformer 13.5%, Action RPG 9.7%, RPG 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #3 Charlie from the swamp
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arinima Games
Windows
"Charlie from the swamp" is a metroidvania game about little frog in a big world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Action RPG 12.7%, Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, RPG 7.1%
- #4 Bread Adventure
95% 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 39.4%, Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, RPG 7.8%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
- #5 Torii: Beyond The Gates
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 13.4%, Action RPG 12%, RPG 9%, 2D Platformer 7.3%
- #6 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tortuga Software
Windows
Dreadstone – The Immortal Prisoner is an upcoming indie 2D Metroidvania platformer. Especially important to us are the game elements “looting” and “leveling“. The goal is to create a combination of our favorite games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Action RPG 13%, RPG 9.7%, Platformer 8.2%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #7 The Journey of Clinbo
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mechanical Heart
Windows
Ember Journey of Clinbo This is a fantasy, pixel-art Metroidvania-style game. You are Clinbo, the only "transgressor" robot to possess a soul in a limbo between life and death—a realm where countless souls are judged by a single standard: "Harmony."
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Platformer 12.3%, Action RPG 12.1%, RPG 8.7%, Exploration 7.6%
- #8 Dusted Dusk
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Action RPG 12.6%, Platformer 9.6%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Exploration 7.2%
- #9 9 Years of Shadows
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,097 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Platformer 13%, Action RPG 11.6%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #10 Shattered Divinities
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StellarSoul
Windows
In Shattered Divinities, embark on an adventure that pits you directly against divinity itself! An ancient War of Gods shattered the world, and their broken power has become the Calamities that consume all life. How will you survive in this land? And how will you uncover the secrets behind the War?
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Platformer 15.5%, Action RPG 10.5%, RPG 7.6%, 2D 5.1%
- #11 Earthblade
90% 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 34.5%, Platformer 12.4%, Action RPG 11.8%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Exploration 7%
- #12 Silvercall
89% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: CUNX
Windows · Mac
Silvercall – A retro action-platformer RPG. Play as an amnesiac adventurer, battling through perilous terrain and collecting Memory Crystals to uncover your past and your lover's dark transformation into the "Saintess".
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 13.7%, Action RPG 12.1%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, RPG 8.8%
- #13 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
89% 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 34.8%, Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, RPG 7.7%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #14 Axel Quest
87% 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 31.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Action RPG 12%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, RPG 6.8%
- #15 God Edge
88% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Weaver Games
Windows
Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Action RPG 10.3%, RPG 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Platformer 9.1%
- #16 Terry Tales
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ansimuz Games
Windows · Mac
A retro-inspired 2D action-adventure where exploration, combat, and classic pixel art come together in a mysterious interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Action RPG 16.3%, RPG 10.3%, Platformer 8.4%, Exploration 8.1%
- #17 Adventurous Slime
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: lightUP
Windows
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 28.9%, Platformer 11.6%, Action RPG 11.4%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, RPG 6.4%
- #18 Beaked Buccaneer
85% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: lightUP
Windows
Beaked Buccaneer is a 2D mini metroidvania full of treasures and pirates that tells the story of a parrot who wants to become a pirate legend!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Action RPG 12.3%, Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, RPG 6.9%
- #19 史莱狗(Slimg)
84% 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 40.5%, Platformer 13.9%, RPG 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #20 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
82% 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 41.5%, Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Exploration 7.4%, RPG 6.1%
- #21 Crown Of Silence
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nyro Interactive
Windows
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Action RPG 9.3%, Platformer 8.3%, Lore-Rich 7%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #22 Runnyk
83% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2022
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A 2D mini action RPG about Runnyk, a viking who goes on a journey for the Four Magical Runes to find a way to save his beloved.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Action RPG 12.5%, Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, RPG 7.7%
- #23 Umbra
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ludum Elite
Windows
Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Action RPG 11.7%, Platformer 10.3%, Lore-Rich 8.3%, RPG 7.4%
- #24 Blessing Part I
81% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Action RPG 14.5%, RPG 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, 2D Platformer 7.5%
- #25 Filiy Eclipse
80% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Muramasa Fudo
Windows
Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Action RPG 16.1%, RPG 9.8%, 2D Platformer 6.8%, 2D 4.8%
- #26 Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Stephen Ciuca
Windows
Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke is a Metroidvania with action and RPG elements. Jump, slide, wall jump, swim, and battle your way through the Dukedom. Other mechanics include pushing boxes, pulling levers, and swinging on ropes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Platformer 14.9%, RPG 10.1%, Action RPG 9.1%, 2D Platformer 8.2%
- #27 A Song in Elyel Nalore
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Action RPG 16.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Exploration 4.8%
- #28 Halchemist
78% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Team Flask
Windows
For Mercuri, a girl who fell into a fallen kingdom, everything is overwhelming. She digs deeper into the depths of the kingdom with the help of Golem Hando. Take down the enemies in front of you with TAG-ACTION that alternates between two characters and continue your exploration!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Platformer 15.5%, Lore-Rich 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D 5%
- #29 Chasm
79% 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 50.5%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, RPG 8%, Indie 3.8%
- #30 Transiruby
78% 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 41.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, 2D Platformer 7.1%
- #31 Slumbering Feline
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: The Flavare
Windows · Linux
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 36.5%, Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Exploration 5.9%
- #32 Primal League
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MoodyChimera
Windows
The Primal League is platformer metrodvania with multiple playable characters, a vast world and intricate crafting system
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, RPG 15.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Action RPG 15%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
- #33 Wattson the Bulb
76% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: DegDeGames
Windows
A metroidvania platformer set in a bizarre world. Master unique abilities and combine them in creative ways to overcome challenges over a hundred hand crafted levels. Speed through to find the fastest route or explore at your own pace to unlock everything — a tough but rewarding adventure awaits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Platformer 18.9%, Physics 10.7%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #34 Erandique
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Black Jack Game Studios
Windows
Erandique the indigenous hero!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Platformer 15.5%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Lore-Rich 8.7%, Exploration 7%
- #35 Stoatman
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostum
Windows
Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Platformer 15.4%, Cute 6%, Exploration 5.5%, Fantasy 5.2%
- #36 The Last Tree
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: zzmingo
Windows · Mac
A 2D pixel-like Metrovania game, exploring the game world with a unique atmosphere. In a mysterious and huge tree world, as time goes by, trees and plants have withered, the ecology has become worse, life has become scarce, and who will save the world that is about to break.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Platformer 13%, RPG 13%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%, 2D Platformer 5.4%
- #37 Cathedral: Crow's Curse
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set in the same universe as Cathedral, but with its own story and style, Cathedral: Crow's Curse is an action-adventure with tight combat and a focus on exploration. Parry, dodge and fight your way through numerous enemies in a rich detailed world as you uncover the events leading up to Cathedral.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Platformer 11%, Action RPG 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Exploration 6.7%
- #38 Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 45 reviews2021
Dev: Christophe GalatiPub: Deneos
Windows
Dive into a great adventure in the Game Boy era! Tako will travel the world, explore mysterious dungeons and fight tenacious bosses on his quest to end the war between the octopus kingdom and the human realm. Will you help this brave octopus to spread his message of tolerance and unity?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Action RPG 14.1%, Platformer 14.1%, RPG 8%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
- #39 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Action RPG 15.6%, Platformer 11.1%, RPG 9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #40 Catmaze
73% matchVery Positive84% of 581 reviews2018
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Action RPG 11.4%, Platformer 11%, Lore-Rich 9.3%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #41 Elowyn and the Stolen Souls
72% 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 37.7%, Action RPG 14.5%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 7.5%, Exploration 7.5%
- #42 Bitlands
73% 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 32.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Exploration 7.2%, Side Scroller 6.5%
- #43 The Forbidden Forest
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Studios
Windows
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 41.9%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Lore-Rich 10%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Platformer 7.8%
- #44 Etherland Saga
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChillFace Games
Windows
Etherland Saga is a 2D action RPG with Metroidvania charm in a fantasy pixel art world. Switch between 3 unique heroes on the fly, upgrade their skills, unite divided clans, tame the power of crystals, and uncover the truth behind a cataclysm the world has spent two thousand years trying to forget.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Action RPG 14.6%, Lore-Rich 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D Platformer 6.8%
- #45 Maelstrom
72% 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 46.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
- #46 Feudal Alloy
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 952 reviews2019
Dev: Attu Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Feudal Alloy is an epic action adventure with fish-controlled medieval robots! Explore an unusual medieval world with a fish-controlled robot, Attu. Improve your combat techniques and skills by smashing many kinds of mechanical creatures in a beautiful hand-drawn world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, Action RPG 11.5%, RPG 10.9%, Platformer 10.1%, Indie 4.5%
- #47 Faction Reticent
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Alpherisk
Windows
A "whimsical fantasy" action platformer game with an open-ended progression. Utilize the given abilities to you to its fullest potential, and look epic while doing it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Platformer 13%, Action RPG 12.7%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #48 Phantom Tides
69% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Kochaloch Games
Windows
Set your course and explore a variety of environments on the seas in Phantom Tides. Battle various enemies and bosses as you collect items to help you on your journey. This 2D style platformer will challenge your skills and wit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Action RPG 14.7%, Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, RPG 9.1%
- #49 Rubi: The Wayward Mira
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wayward Games
Windows
A game about saving a dying planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Platformer 11.7%, RPG 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Exploration 6.1%
- #50 PATHFINDER 08
70% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
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 40.8%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Exploration 8%
- #51 Without kidney
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Antena
Windows
Without kidney is a shooter metroidvania game with a hero who can hook like spiderman and jump with cannon explosions. Using a grappling hook, a cannon and other bonuses, that can be found on the way, you go forward to the main Capitalist BOSS
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Platformer 13.3%, Physics 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Exploration 7.2%
- #52 EON: Reset
68% 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 41.8%, Platformer 14.3%, Lore-Rich 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
- #53 Croakspire
67% 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 44.9%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #54 Elliot Quest
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 189 reviews2014
Dev: Ansimuz GamesPub: PlayEveryWare
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Elliot Quest is an adventure/RPG where players explore the mysterious Urele island in search of an ancient demon. With 5 dungeons to conquer, 16 bosses to defeat, and countless treasures to discover and hidden areas. Well-balanced gameplay easy to pick up but challenging to master.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, RPG 12.4%, Platformer 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Indie 5.1%
- #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 37.3%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Exploration 6.7%
- #56 Valdis Story: Abyssal City
69% 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 59.6%, Platformer 13.8%, RPG 7.7%, Action RPG 3.5%, 2D 3.1%
- #57 Chronicles of Teddy
70% matchMixed70% of 330 reviews2015
Dev: StorybirdPub: LookAtMyGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Chronicles of Teddy : Harmony of Exidus is a 2D Adventure / Action game with a Pixel Art Retro finish. Help Tarant in a quest, in which you will have to fight, use your sense of direction and hearing to accomplish your mission.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.5%, Platformer 12.1%, RPG 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Action RPG 5.4%
- #58 Old Ninja : UnderWorld
66% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Waterfall Studio
Windows
Old Ninja: Underworld is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania action game where an aging ninja explores a chaotic underground world. Battle through a bizarre mix of enemies with no apparent connection, strengthen your ninja, and challenge the boss lurking deep below.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Action RPG 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7%, Exploration 5.8%
- #59 Tater Spud
67% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Nate DeHart
Windows
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 34.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Physics 8%, 2D Platformer 7.1%
- #60 Scales
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MichaelDamianPub: Independent Developer
Windows
Scales is a story-driven action-adventure RPG about a human-reptile hybrid. Players devour reptiles to absorb their DNA, and evolve through a corrupt world, where player choices ultimately determine the outcome of the story, blending combat with a darkly comedic narrative.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Action RPG 17.5%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, RPG 6.8%