- #1 Crimson Wanderer
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RottenPixel Studio
Windows · Linux
Blast your way through a thrilling adventure that brings back the spirit of 90s arcade classics… with a modern twist.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.4%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.6%
- #2 Breaking Gates
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 112 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: Beat 'em up 20.3%, Metroidvania 16.3%, Action RPG 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 7.2%
- #3 Castle In The Darkness 2
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LABS Works
Windows
From Matt Kap and Simon Parzer ("The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth"), Castle In The Darkness 2 drops players into a brand-new adventure! Explore a vast world and overcome the darkness in this fun and fast-paced adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 18%, Action RPG 14.8%, Side Scroller 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 9.7%
- #4 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 26.7%, Action RPG 13.2%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.1%, RPG 8.5%
- #5 The Smoke
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vino VenitasPub: Eternally Forward Games
Windows
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Platformer 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #6 Adventurous Slime
93% 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 21.3%, Action RPG 13.9%, Side Scroller 12%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 8.9%
- #7 Beast Mask
92% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: Little Studio
Windows
A classic 2D side-scrolling action game where you play as a 'civilized' caveman. Put on a beast mask to gain the power of the beast, defeat monsters and bosses, and unleash the beast within.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.3%, Action RPG 15.3%, RPG 13%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
- #8 Blessing Part I
91% matchPositive93% of 43 reviews2025
Dev: MalfunctionGhost
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style action-adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman Lowe who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a great sword and flesh and blood, you will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Action RPG 16.2%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, RPG 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #9 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
91% 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 25.7%, Platformer 12%, Side Scroller 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #10 Phantom Tides
90% 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 17.8%, Action RPG 15.8%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.6%
- #11 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
89% 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 26.5%, Action RPG 15.6%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, RPG 10.3%, Adventure 8.2%
- #12 Reaper - Tale of a Pale Swordsman
89% matchMixed67% of 458 reviews2014
Dev: Hexage
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Enter the world ripe with magic and monsters. Become the Black Swordsman and slay thousands of enemies in an epic action RPG!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.3%, Side Scroller 11%, Action RPG 10.9%, Platformer 9.4%, Magic 9.1%
- #13 Fevercide
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fevercide is a metroidvania with elements of horror and adventure games. Join Sandra as she explores the stately cities of a Russian Empire that never fell. Solve puzzles, fight with monsters, and face the demons from her past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Action RPG 16.8%, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
- #14 Faeland
87% matchVery Positive85% of 367 reviews2023
Dev: Talegames
Windows
Begin your journey in Faeland, a handcrafted 2D action-adventure RPG set in a beautiful fantasy world inspired by the 8-bit classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Action RPG 17%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, RPG 9.2%, Side Scroller 6.9%
- #15 Turdy
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Turdy the Game
Windows
Play as Turdy the Turtle, (what kind of name is that...) as he traverses the vast open world. Collect coins and discover secret items, pets, passages, levels, costumes, and more while meeting some interesting characters along the way.
Why similar: Creature Collector 17.9%, Metroidvania 13.4%, Action RPG 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.4%
- #16 Stargazer
86% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2024
Dev: Emerald Wizard Studios
Windows · Mac
Jaxx Fury returns to his hometown as the last hope against the dark wizard Nachtengel. With bravery and determination, he must save his people and fulfill his destiny. Guided by Nala, navigate the cursed town's labyrinth and defeat Nachtengel. The town's fate depends on you!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.5%, Metroidvania 18.1%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
- #17 TIES: Soul Link
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: North Tokyo
Windows
TIES: Soul Link is an emotional and brutal 2D metroidvania that combines action RPG with adventure platforming. Explore a decaying world in the year 2097, uncover its secrets, and face savage, bloody battles that will test your endurance and your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Action RPG 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #18 BOGs: Earth vs Sea
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hammerhead Shark
Windows
Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Side Scroller 12.2%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Action RPG 8%
- #19 Charlie from the swamp
84% 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 20.3%, Action RPG 15.9%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #20 Juvenate
82% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Astrolot Games
Windows
Juvenate is a 2.5D platformer where players will journey across three distinct levels—each featuring unique environments, enemies, and mechanics.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.3%, Action RPG 17.4%, Metroidvania 15.8%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Platformer 9.2%
- #21 The Journey of Clinbo
83% 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 26.4%, Action RPG 14.9%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 11.3%, RPG 9.6%
- #22 AOI
82% 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 30.2%, Platformer 12.7%, Action RPG 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, RPG 9.2%
- #23 Custom Hero vs Epic Boss
81% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: GohardDPub: FreeDownloadStudio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A dark fantasy 2D platformer with RPG elements. Lead expeditions, level up your entourage, and loot rare gear from monsters. Master challenging platforming levels, defeat epic bosses, and uncover the secrets of the ancient Pact.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Creature Collector 19.5%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 8.7%
- #24 SoulSwap
80% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: SoulSwap
Windows
Defeat enemies and take over their bodies to fight on. A dark fantasy 2D action roguelite where you transform into a new being with every monster you slay.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22%, Action RPG 17.3%, Metroidvania 16.8%, RPG 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #25 God Edge
81% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Weaver Games
Windows · Linux
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 26.4%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Action RPG 12.3%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, RPG 10.6%
- #26 Voltumna
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BoarBytePub: IndieGala
Windows
A 2.5D action-adventure platformer set in a land of forgotten gods. Armed with a bayonet and bound to a goddess you can't trust, fight through a single connected world, learn the bosses the hard way, and take back the throne the gods above her stole.
Why similar: Action RPG 19.6%, Metroidvania 19%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Side Scroller 11%
- #27 PhantomGaze : Omni-sight
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ConcentGames
Windows
A 2D Metroidvania where you control two characters at once. A blind swordsman fights in melee, while a spirit archer provides ranged support. Master parry rhythms and exploit weaknesses using the bestiary. Uncover the secrets of a world built on Asian aesthetics through a stranger's eyes.
Why similar: Action RPG 17.5%, Metroidvania 17.4%, RPG 13.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Platformer 9.7%
- #28 Rampage Kage
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ofir AroyaPub: BombBite
Windows
Rampage-Kage is a demanding 2D Metroidvania action-platformer set in a Tokyo underworld. As Kage, you must master punishing, precision combat to dismantle city gangs. Explore an interconnected urban labyrinth, collect powerful charms to customize your skills.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.6%, Action RPG 18.8%, Metroidvania 18%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%
- #29 Aussie Bogan Hero
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snag Swag Studios
Windows
G’day mates! In this crackin’ 2D metroidvania, Aussie Bogan Hero sees Davo, a mullet-wearing, beer-loving legend, battle corporate goons and freaky creatures to reopen his pub and save Dusty Springs. 'Cause sometimes, it takes a legend in a singlet to save the day.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Beat 'em up 19.4%, Platformer 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Action-Adventure 5.7%
- #30 FighTurd
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crabs Cove
Windows
Become #1 while being a #2! Play as an unlikely hero in this quirky action-platformer! Leap into a humorous adventure through dangerous environments, battle creative foes, and master combat as you search for your missing friends.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.4%, Side Scroller 11%, Action-Adventure 11%, Arcade 10.4%, Platformer 9.8%
- #31 Pentaquin: Deeds Of Twilight
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Terovania
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your sister from your father's dark fate and plunge into a hand-painted 2D adventure with exciting battles and a deep, captivating story in "Pentaquin: Deeds Of Twilight". Master various skills and discover a fantastic world.
Why similar: Side Scroller 15.6%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Metroidvania 10.3%, Platformer 10.3%
- #32 Mr Bear Goes to Washington
75% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Silent Planet Games
Windows · Mac
A satirical hand-drawn 2D action platformer where a grizzly bear runs, jumps, and mauls his way through enemies in solo or local co-op. Blending fast-paced combat and platforming with a nostalgic, poster-inspired art style, every level feels handcrafted and full of character.
Why similar: Side Scroller 15.8%, Beat 'em up 15%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Metroidvania 9.1%
- #33 Faybound : Veils of Magic
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GTGames
Windows
An ancient darkness threatens the balance of a magical world. Take on the roles of different fairies and unite their powers. Use their unique abilities to confront the emerging threat. Experience a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania full of danger and mystical secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.1%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Adventure 9.4%, Action 9.3%, 2D Platformer 8.7%
- #34 Legend of Gaia: Rebirth
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yusheng
Windows
Legend of Gaia: Rebirth is a Metroidvania action game. Three forces collide across the continent of Eterna: the Divine Empire, the Gaia Faction, and the forces of Sin. Descend into Mount Olympus and recover the shattered fragments of the Rebirth Relic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Action RPG 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #35 Rift Drifter
76% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: Žygimantas Kadiša
Windows
Explore a lost and abandoned temple and find what secrets lie within. Rift Drifter is a 2D action-adventure platformer, with Metroidvania and RPG elements, a rich story, and a hint of souls-like combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.5%, Action RPG 14.2%, Side Scroller 11.1%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 9.6%
- #36 VeLM
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GMS LabPub: MV Games
Windows
VeLM is an atmospheric adventure in Xibalba, the Mayan underworld, full of enemies and traps set by the Gods of Darkness. Unlock the secrets of the ancient myths, defeat the powerful Hun-Came and save the town of San Lamar from the curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Beat 'em up 17.4%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 11.1%, Adventure 6.8%
- #37 Giant's Heart
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Drunk Dragon
Windows
A mysterious journey across a collapsing island. Reforge a lost blade, defeat ancient giants, and uncover the truth about your past. Save the island before it’s too late.
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.7%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Metroidvania 15.9%, Action RPG 12.4%, Platformer 9.9%
- #38 Black Magic (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Datasoft, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this side-scrolling fantasy game, originally released in 1987, take on the role of a lone hero, fighting to defeat an evil warlock. Utilise a wide range of magical spells. Collect experience points to upgrade your character, until you are ready to face Zahgrim!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Action RPG 11.7%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Magic 9.5%
- #39 Phil's Contract
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: shpeelock
Windows
Phil's Contract is a 2D platformer with fast-paced movement, unique movesets and varied gameplay styles. Featuring charming, yet grimy pixel art inspired from the likes of flash animations.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.2%, Side Scroller 20.1%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
- #40 Dust: An Elysian Tail
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 19,024 reviews2013
Dev: Humble Hearts LLCPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.6 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 28.9%, Beat 'em up 16.7%, Platformer 15.2%, RPG 8.5%, Action 5.8%
- #41 Primal League
72% 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 19.2%, Action RPG 17.6%, RPG 16.6%, Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12%
- #42 Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia
71% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Team Quantum Games
Windows
Clarity is a 2D side scrolling platforming adventure. Choose to face seven demons and acquire their demon sword and demon magic. Each sword and spell, has an elemental strength against a corresponding demon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
- #43 Bread Adventure
69% matchPositive100% of 24 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 32.4%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, RPG 9%
- #44 The Flame and the Fart
69% matchNo user reviews86% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Saucy Steel Games
Windows
The Flame and the Fart: Hunt treasure, forge gear, build your hero. Loot bones, ores, relics from monsters; smelt and forge legendary equipment. Mix basic attacks, dashes, and spirit skills via gems into your own style. Battle through forests, snowy mountains, cursed villages, and uncover the truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Action RPG 16.1%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 12.3%, RPG 11.7%
- #45 Flynn: Son of Crimson
70% matchVery Positive85% of 762 reviews2021
Dev: Studio ThunderhorsePub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Our valiant hero Flynn possesses the ability to influence a mysterious energy and modify his style of combat, transforming him into a force to be reckoned with. Inspired by the golden age of the SNES, Flynn: Son of Crimson is the 2D action adventure that’ll take you right back to the 90s!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 16.7%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Action RPG 14.3%, Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #46 Saint Maribel
71% matchMostly Negative36% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: azucat
Windows
Metroidvania-style Action RPGSister maribel goes to fight a queen saccubus Character makeup Over 100 customization items
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Action RPG 18.3%, Beat 'em up 12.7%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Character Customization 9.3%
- #47 Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke
71% 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 34.2%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 13.4%, Action RPG 11%, RPG 10.9%
- #48 Re:Be
70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Re:Be Space
Windows
Re:Be is a story-based action RPG 2D platformer game. In Re:Be, you become the protagonist and embark on a lengthy adventure to find the people who suddenly disappeared in an increasingly contaminated Earth.
Why similar: Action RPG 18.3%, Side Scroller 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 10.6%
- #49 DEAD DAYLIGHT
68% matchVery Positive88% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: KARMIU
Windows
"DEADDAYLIGHT" is a side-scrolling platform action-adventure game.Developed independently by a single person. It tells the dark story of a protagonist who wakes up from a nightmare about the plague during a plague after the gods abandoned the earth, and then return to the Cathedral of Holy Light.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.5%, Metroidvania 17.4%, Action RPG 13.7%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
- #50 Axel Quest
67% match9 user reviews100% of 9 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 25.4%, Action RPG 15%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #51 王国的坚盾
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Magic.D
Windows
这是一款横版卷轴清版闯关的即时动作游戏,你将扮演一名王国的普通士兵,从维护治安到保护王国要员最后守护国家,成为王国最坚强的盾牌。
Why similar: Beat 'em up 38%, Side Scroller 15.4%, RPG 11.1%, Arcade 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
- #52 Project: The MIR Incident
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rhineware
Windows
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 21.7%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action RPG 11.8%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 9.3%
- #53 Insect Adventure Demo
70% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: MAYOFORCE
Windows
Fast-paced, action packed metroidvania-styled goodness that does not hold back! Explore a massive world as you battle against hoards of crawling, rolling and flying insects.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.4%, Metroidvania 18.6%, Side Scroller 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 8.3%
- #54 ITORAH
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 921 reviews2022
Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 56%
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 23.3%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 10.8%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, Side Scroller 9.8%
- #55 Shattered Divinities
64% matchVery Positive94% of 733 reviews2026
Dev: 星魂游戏Pub: TrueColor Games
Windows
Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Platformer 13.3%, Action RPG 8%, RPG 7.5%, Adventure 6.7%
- #56 Cloud Seeker
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagniFish Studios
Windows
Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Action 7.4%
- #57 Sylv and the Ancient Tree
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kelkorne
Windows
The balance of Sunroot Island is fading. Join Sylv, guardian of the Ancestral Tree, in a vibrant platforming RPG adventure. Reclaim the elemental energy stolen by the egocentric Umbra before the biomes collapse and the corrupted wildlife takes full control.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Arcade 11%
- #58 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
66% 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 Rose Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Action RPG 17.7%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Platformer 9.4%, Action-Adventure 8.8%