- #1 Ariana and the Elder Codex
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 126 reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Anime 8.2%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #2 Mystik Belle
97% matchVery Positive88% of 225 reviews2015
Dev: Last Dimension
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Platformer 8.6%, RPG 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #3 Witchcrafty
96% matchMixed57% of 79 reviews2022
Dev: PigeonDev
Windows
Witchcrafty is a metroidvania platformer with magical action gameplay, exploration of a weird world, and adorable pixel art graphics. Help the little witch solve the mystery of strange events in the Kingdom, and defeat enemies with fire, lightning, and ice magic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 11.4%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Retro 6.7%
- #4 ITORAH
95% 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 26%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 6.3%
- #5 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
94% matchVery Positive90% of 1,781 reviews2023
Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Anime 9.3%, Platformer 9.1%
- #6 Gato Roboto
94% matchVery Positive94% of 5,172 reviews2019
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.3 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 36%, Cats 14.7%, Platformer 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Retro 7%
- #7 TEVI
93% matchVery Positive89% of 3,958 reviews2023
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Anime 11%, Platformer 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #8 Alwa's Legacy
92% matchVery Positive87% of 634 reviews2020
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 10.7%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Retro 7.6%
- #9 Gal Guardians: Demon Purge
91% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,371 reviews2023
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.2%, Platformer 17.2%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Anime 12%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #10 Little Witch Nobeta
90% matchVery Positive84% of 10,032 reviews2022
Dev: Pupuya Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Control the lovely little witch Nobeta, explore the unknown mysterious castle, and gradually discover the truth!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 23.8%, Cute 23.4%, Anime 20.4%, RPG 13%, Action 7.5%
- #11 The Knight Witch
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 939 reviews2022
Dev: Super Mega TeamPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The Knight Witch is a metroidvania adventure game with fast-paced, shoot 'em up combat set in a beautifully hand-drawn world. Cast devastating card-based spells, forge close bonds, and make moral choices all in your quest to save your home and discover who's behind the War Golem invasion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, Female Protagonist 20%, Exploration 10%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Adventure 5.3%
- #12 Freedom Planet 2
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,723 reviews2022
Dev: GalaxyTrail
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!
Why similar: Platformer 16.3%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Anime 9.9%, 1990's 9.4%, Retro 9%
- #13 9 Years of Shadows
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,241 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.4 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 34.9%, Platformer 15.1%, Anime 10.7%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #14 Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World
88% matchVery Positive81% of 166 reviews2021
Dev: G CHOICEPub: Bliss Brain
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The adventures of Asha, the little warrior, begin! Together with her blue sidekick Pepelogoo, she will run through numerous stages and save the Monster World from the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Anime 7.2%, Female Protagonist 7.1%
- #15 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
86% matchVery Positive92% of 3,179 reviews2024
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Platformer 11.2%, Anime 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #16 Phoenotopia: Awakening
86% matchVery Positive83% of 2,863 reviews2021
Dev: Cape Cosmic
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 35.3%, Platformer 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Adventure 6.9%
- #17 Catmaze
87% matchVery Positive84% of 594 reviews2018
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 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 29.1%, Platformer 12.8%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Exploration 7.7%, Anime 7%
- #18 Awita: Journey of Hope
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: ant_game_projects
Windows · Linux
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 31.3%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Platformer 11%, Exploration 7.6%
- #19 Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
84% matchVery Positive80% of 2,188 reviews2024
Dev: Metamorphosis GamesPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.4 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 25.2%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Female Protagonist 11%, Platformer 10.9%, RPG 9.8%
- #20 Dungeon Gals
82% matchVery Positive100% of 84 reviews2026
Dev: DoricDream
Windows
A small crisis control team has been summoned to help a civilization in the sky escape impending doom! Explore dungeons, solve puzzles, and find lots of treasure to help prepare yourself for incredible challenges!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 11.7%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Exploration 8%
- #21 Garden of Witches
82% matchVery Positive93% of 1,338 reviews2025
Dev: Team Tapas
Windows
Garden of Witches is a cute roguelike action game full of danger. Help the protagonist, Sil, as she tries to round up her unruly fellow witches and save the Garden.
Why similar: Cats 31.4%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Cute 13.8%, RPG 13.7%, Action 8.9%
- #22 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
83% matchVery Positive93% of 7,368 reviews2021
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Platformer 11.6%, Anime 8.6%, RPG 6.9%
- #23 Piko Piko
84% matchMixed60% of 135 reviews2022
Dev: MarquetPub: KOMODO
Windows
Take control of Piko, our hammer wielding heroine, as you bash things up with a big hammer in this cute Anime-styled 2D metroidvania-inspired adventure! Uncover mysteries! Beat the bad guys who do naughty things! Explore the Piko Piko world with her floof fox friend!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 10%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Anime 6.3%
- #24 Little Nemo and the Guardians of Slumberland
81% matchVery Positive95% of 121 reviews2026
Dev: DIE SOFT
Windows
Explore a vast, interconnected dream world full of secrets and collectibles in this metroidvania adventure inspired by classic 2D platformers. Reclaim your lost memories to save Slumberland from the mysterious Oblivion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 9%, Retro 8.5%, Exploration 7.3%
- #25 FLARE NUINUI QUEST
80% matchVery Positive94% of 252 reviews2024
Dev: sulpxPub: holo Indie
Windows · Linux
Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!
Why similar: Platformer 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Retro 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Anime 8.7%
- #26 Whirlwind Magician
79% matchVery Positive98% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: Santi Ponce
Windows
Experience the tale of a cheerful girl and a grouchy talking hat in this charming Metroidvania, where every ability is hat-based! Throw the hat to attack enemies, teleport to him to make perilous leaps, and fly him through narrow tunnels of spikes as you escape a dangerous magic forest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Platformer 10.4%, Cute 7.3%
- #27 Alwa's Awakening
81% matchVery Positive80% of 936 reviews2017
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Platformer 14.3%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Retro 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #28 Gun Witch
79% matchVery Positive92% of 253 reviews2020
Dev: Kiyummi Games
Windows
Help Beretta become the best witch ever in this 2D action platformer shoot 'em up! She's going on an adventure to beat up monsters, talk to cute NPCs, and discover the dark history of Luninsula all while making lifelong friends.
Why similar: Platformer 16.3%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Anime 12.1%, Comedy 12%, RPG 10.6%
- #29 Kaze and the Wild Masks
78% matchVery Positive94% of 2,014 reviews2021
Dev: PixelHivePub: SOEDESCO
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.
Why similar: 1990's 19.3%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.6%, Retro 10.9%, Female Protagonist 10.8%
- #30 Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,084 reviews2024
Dev: Seedy Eye SoftwarePub: Limited Run Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A NEW interactive animated adventure! In this action-adventure game, Arzette must explore the Kingdom of Faramore, slay fearsome foes, acquire powerful items, discover secrets, assist colorful characters, and defeat the evil Daimur!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Exploration 7.8%
- #31 Shattered Divinities
75% 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 39.1%, Platformer 13.7%, RPG 6.8%, Female Protagonist 6.7%, Adventure 6.1%
- #32 An Automaton's Journey
76% matchVery Positive89% of 59 reviews2026
Dev: Xyros GamesPub: holo Indie
Windows
Play as the ancient automaton Cecilia Immergreen as you explore the world for secrets, solve puzzles, delve into dungeons, fight other Hololive members as powerful bosses, help other members with side quests, and find powerful items to explore previously unavailable locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Exploration 10.3%, Action 5.7%
- #33 Cat Warrior
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 138 reviews2024
Dev: Sadi & AyuPub: sadimakegames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cat Warroir is an action-platformer of retro and cute style about a cat knight on his way to recapture his stolen treasure. Deep into the dangerous fantasy world,defeat the challenging big boss with your slash, dash, jump, walljump and other skills to find the treasure back!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Retro 10.7%, Platformer 10.2%, Cats 10%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #34 Mega Serval
76% matchVery Positive98% of 360 reviews2022
Dev: Syaxamaphone
Windows
Serval's friends are in danger and it's up to her to save the day! Progress through 12 action-packed platforming stages in this "Kemono Friends Project" derivative work!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.6%, Platformer 19.5%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Action 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #35 Momodora III
78% matchVery Positive94% of 1,479 reviews2014
Dev: rdein
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Platformer 17.9%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Anime 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
- #36 SwooshCat
74% matchVery Positive86% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: PixelForestStudio
Windows
SwooshCat is a vibrant precision-platformer adventure. Leap, dash, slash, stab, roll, and ricochet your way through a charming pixel world as you help a brave little cat 🐾 explore and battle!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Cats 12.9%, Platformer 9.3%, Exploration 7.3%
- #37 Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils
74% matchVery Positive95% of 417 reviews2022
Dev: Colorgrave
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!
Why similar: Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Retro 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #38 Rabi-Ribi
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,231 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 63.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Platformer 10.3%, Anime 10.1%, Exploration 6.6%
- #39 Super Puzzled Cat
70% matchVery Positive99% of 200 reviews2025
Dev: Penguin Mug Games
Windows
Help Puzzled Cat use jetpacks, portals, bombs, gum, and more to conquer treacherous platforming stages. Play your own way using save states to explore a world full of challenges and secrets - but can you find the way through? Travel through time and space and reach enlightenment.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.6%, Platformer 20.7%, Cute 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Colorful 8.5%
- #40 Giraffe and Annika
73% matchVery Positive93% of 354 reviews2020
Dev: atelier miminaPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 55.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Lovable, cat-eared Annika sets off on a grand quest on the Island of Spica! 3D adventure & rhythm action genres mesh in the lush, pastoral and beautiful manga-inspired world of Giraffe and Annika!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.9%, Anime 16.5%, Comedy 11.5%, Cute 10.9%, Exploration 9.8%
- #41 Tales Of Wakana
71% matchMixed62% of 116 reviews2026
Dev: OrangeTigerPub: INDIECN
Windows
"Tales of Wakana" is a fairy-tale action-adventure game full of fantasy and challenges. Step into a vast, mysterious continent, use magic to battle diverse monsters, and enjoy a unique soulful journey exploring the meaning of life, family bonds, and self-discovery.
Why similar: Platformer 17.1%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Comedy 10.1%, RPG 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #42 Virtua Unlimited Project
71% matchVery Positive92% of 434 reviews2024
Dev: Virtua Ride SystemPub: Neverland Entertainment
Windows
Virtua Unlimited Project is a 2D pixel-art style ACT game featuring VTuber characters. With classical platformer gameplay, challenging combat, and retro game feelings, VUP presents you a surreal, virtual world in which you will play as Aizawa Kana to venture and seek the truth beneath.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.4%, Anime 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, RPG 9.6%
- #43 Battle Princess Madelyn
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 156 reviews2018
Dev: Causal Bit Games Inc.Pub: Monster Bath Studios Inc.
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Battle Princess Madelyn is a game that follows the journey of a young knight in training, Madelyn, and her ghostly pet dog, Fritzy. Join them as they set out on a journey to save her kingdom and her family from the clutches of an evil wizard!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Platformer 14.7%, Retro 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #44 Witch & Bun Cats
70% matchVery Positive80% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: Night Owl Games
Windows
A light meat pigeon ARPG game that integrates backpack management. In the game, players will play the role of a little witch and help the cats take back the cans that were taken away by monsters. But as you explore deeper, you find that things are not as simple as they seem...
Why similar: Cats 41.2%, Action 15.8%, Female Protagonist 12%, Cute 11.7%, Indie 9.2%
- #45 Witchroid Vania: A Magical Girl’s Fantastical Adventures
69% matchVery Positive92% of 84 reviews2025
Dev: Turkey GamesPub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Exploration 10.4%, RPG 9.6%, Anime 6.7%
- #46 Inexistence Rebirth
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 134 reviews2020
Dev: Jonathan Brassaud
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Rediscover this great Metroidvania game in a brand new version with a lot of features and improvements! Run in a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Platformer 15.1%, RPG 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Retro 5.1%
- #47 Potata: fairy flower
72% matchVery Positive81% of 90 reviews2019
Dev: Potata Company
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Adventure platformer about Potata's travel in fairy forest. Reveal all secrets and hidden treasures and don't forget to save the world.
Why similar: Platformer 24.7%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Cute 12%, Female Protagonist 10%, Adventure 8.4%
- #48 Crypt Custodian
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,010 reviews2024
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Cats 14.3%, Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 7.9%, Cute 6.9%
- #49 Blade Kitten
72% matchVery Positive83% of 1,087 reviews2014
Dev: Krome Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In Blade Kitten, join Kit Ballard as she explores the mysterious world of Hollow Wish to hunt down rogue mechs and soft targets.
Why similar: Platformer 27.6%, Female Protagonist 26.5%, Anime 21.4%, Action 9.2%, Adventure 8%
- #50 HunterX
70% matchVery Positive84% of 733 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 40.7%, Female Protagonist 18%, Platformer 12.4%, RPG 9.1%, Action 6.2%
- #51 Iconoclasts
69% matchVery Positive86% of 4,973 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 36.5%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Platformer 11%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Action 5.4%
- #52 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Platformer 14.3%, 1990's 8.2%, RPG 7.3%, Action-Adventure 5.6%
- #53 Downpurr
68% matchVery Positive100% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: Robin FoxPub: Studio Nevermore
Windows · Linux
Mimi's platformer-shooter adventure through a land of magic, cats, and rain!
Why similar: Cats 28.8%, Platformer 20.4%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Cute 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #54 KoroNeko
66% matchVery Positive96% of 109 reviews2024
Dev: Nomadroid
Windows · Mac · Linux
Roll your way through a cozy, kawaii world full of charming characters and challenging puzzles to save your siblings from Strawberry the Witch!
Why similar: Cats 31.6%, Adventure 20.5%, Cute 18.3%, Colorful 11.2%, Female Protagonist 10.4%
- #55 Neko Journey
69% matchMixed58% of 57 reviews2022
Dev: Feas
Windows
Jump into this attractive and mysterious world! Save your lovely sister and the mythical creatures that inhabit it, imprisoned in the fortified castle by an elderly wizard!
Why similar: Platformer 23.8%, Anime 19.4%, Exploration 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Cute 10.2%
- #56 Eastward
66% matchVery Positive84% of 16,516 reviews2021
Dev: PixpilPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…
Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Comedy 13.5%, RPG 13.2%, Cute 9.5%
- #57 SANAE's Sylphid Breeze
65% matchVery Positive87% of 195 reviews2025
Dev: sorehodoh
Windows
"SANAE's Sylphid Breeze" is 2D Platformer game with cute pixelart. The main character in this game, SANAE KOCHIYA is a character from the "Touhou Project". With her new ability “SPELL SPOILER, she inhales enemies and imitates their ability. Behold! SANAE's miracle adventure!!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11%, Anime 7.5%, 1990's 7.4%
- #58 Cats are Liquid - A Light in the Shadows
67% matchVery Positive93% of 705 reviews2016
Dev: Last Quarter Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
A minimalist 2D platformer about a liquid cat, locked in a world she doesn't quite understand, trying to get out.
Why similar: Cats 28.8%, Platformer 24.4%, Adventure 14.9%, Indie 13.2%, Cute 9.6%
- #59 Rosenkreuzstilette
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 438 reviews2017
Dev: [erka:es]Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.
Why similar: Platformer 17.1%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Anime 14.2%, Retro 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.4%