Games Like Glimmer in Mirror

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 19.2%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Anime 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines intense bullet-hell boss encounters with a sprawling metroidvania world and a charming anime art style.

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 23.3%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Anime 10.5%, Female Protagonist 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team as Rabi-Ribi, this game offers a similar blend of fluid, high-speed combat and exploration with a strong female protagonist.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Platformer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tight, polished metroidvania that masterfully incorporates bullet-hell mechanics and time-manipulation abilities.

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 21.5%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Action RPG 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, gorgeous 2D action-adventure game that emphasizes exploration and a rich, story-driven world.

This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 17.4%, JRPG 13.2%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, 2D Platformer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a female protagonist in a 2D side-scrolling world with deep RPG elements and satisfying combat.

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 27.2%, Female Protagonist 13%, Platformer 11%, Anime 10.8%, Exploration 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful pixel art and fluid combat that perfectly captures the essence of a classic anime-inspired metroidvania.

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 27%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Anime 11.6%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Platformer 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, anime-styled metroidvania that focuses on exploration and energetic 2D platforming action.

Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Anime 14%, Action 5.8%, Platformer 5%

Why You'll Like It: A stunning 2D action game with a dark, anime-inspired aesthetic and precise, challenging combat mechanics.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Side Scroller 15.7%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Platformer 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D action-platformer that balances exploration with challenging boss fights and a melancholic atmosphere.

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 20.6%, JRPG 15.6%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich 2D action game featuring a strong female protagonist and a unique steampunk-inspired setting.

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53%, Female Protagonist 22.3%, Action RPG 9.5%, Anime 6.7%, 2D 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an atmospheric, story-rich experience with a female protagonist and unique combat mechanics involving summoned spirits.

Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Anime 17.8%, Platformer 12%, Cute 8.4%, Female Protagonist 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused 2D action game with anime aesthetics that rewards creative use of environmental elements and magic.

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 22%, Action RPG 20.8%, Anime 16.5%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Female Protagonist 7%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish 2D action game that blends platforming with intense boss battles and a modern aesthetic.

Delve back into the world of Touhou in this bullet hell action-RPG adventure! The boundary between Gensokyo and the outside world has been breached, and it falls to Reimu Hakurei and Marisa Kirisame to discover why. Level up skills, forge new equipment, and explore Gensokyo to uncover the truth!

Why similar: JRPG 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Anime 12.1%, Action RPG 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-packed title that brings the bullet-hell intensity of its series to a more accessible, exploration-focused format.

Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.1%, JRPG 14.9%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Anime 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell focused side-scroller that captures the chaotic energy of the genre with an anime aesthetic.

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 34.1%, Platformer 16.9%, RPG 7.6%, Side Scroller 6.6%, Fantasy 6%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully animated action-RPG that features fast-paced combat and a heartfelt, character-driven story.

Super Alloy Ranger is a 2D side-scrolling action game. Play as Marksman Kelly or Combat Robot No.2 to challenge different levels within the dangerous Machine Empire and unlock new weapons. Use Kelly’s shooting and No.2’s deathblows to defeat abnormal Machine Bosses!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 36.7%, Action-Adventure 23.6%, Action 14.9%, Anime 6.9%, Female Protagonist 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action-platformer that emphasizes fluid movement and challenging combat encounters.

Control the lovely little witch Nobeta, explore the unknown mysterious castle, and gradually discover the truth!

Why similar: JRPG 20.6%, Cute 16.6%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Anime 15.2%, Action RPG 15.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D action game that features a charming anime protagonist and challenging, magic-focused combat.

Gensokyo Night Festival is a 2D action-exploration game set in the world of Gensokyo.Join Suika Ibuki as she wreaks havoc throughout Gensokyo against the backdrop of the festival held at Hakurei Shrine.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Bullet Hell 9.7%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Anime 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-platformer with a unique style and fluid movement mechanics.

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 22.3%, 2D Platformer 12%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Platformer 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A visually striking 2D platformer that follows a female protagonist through a lush, hand-painted world.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Anime 8.3%, RPG 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential metroidvania that offers deep customization and a classic anime-inspired gothic aesthetic.

Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Platformer 15.4%, Action-Adventure 11%, Fantasy 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features high-speed, combo-heavy combat and a vibrant, anime-inspired world that encourages exploration.

Monospaced Lovers is an exploration-driven platformer about closeness and distance. Journey through a metafictional, fantasy-filled land and find the truth of your fragile world before it disintegrates.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.6%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Anime 14.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Female Protagonist 10%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-inspired 2D platformer that blends bullet-hell elements with a focus on narrative and emotional themes.

Join the enigmatic Starfarers as they traverse the cosmos in this unique dual-character action roguelite, unraveling the mysteries of their galaxy and beyond in pursuit of the Voyager.

Why similar: Anime 30.7%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Fantasy 17.9%, 2D 13.1%, Indie 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that features 2D pixel art and fast-paced combat mechanics.

Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.9%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Action RPG 10.4%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Female Protagonist 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and challenging combat in a fantasy setting.

The Glitch Fairy is a fast action platformer starring Monie, a spunky fairy with the unusual power to ''glitch'' her enemies.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.3%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Anime 15.4%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Cute 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that emphasizes shooter mechanics and exploration within a unique, stylized world.

Dark Water is an Action Platformer game where you use a bow.

Why similar: Metroidvania 17.9%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Platformer 8.8%, Anime 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-platformer that focuses on exploration and combat in a charming, stylized environment.

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Action RPG 12%, Anime 5.5%, Side Scroller 5.2%

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 37%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Side Scroller 8.4%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A story-driven 2D action-platformer with a distinct art style and a focus on character development and puzzle-solving.

Follow Hata no Kokoro as she explores and defeats enemies on the stage of Gensokyo. The game contains many randomized elements such as items, skills and maps. Players can utilize a variety of different playstyles, making each run uniquely different from the last.

Why similar: JRPG 21.1%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Action RPG 15.8%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Anime 9.6%

A bullet hell roguelike game. Players can utilize characters with different abilities, collect and assemble powerful items. Dance through an unending barrage of bullets to save both yourself and Touhou Gensokyo from the darkness that is engulfing everything.

Why similar: Anime 24.6%, Female Protagonist 24.4%, Platformer 19%, Cute 14.2%, 2D 6.8%

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 14.6%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Exploration 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn action game that features massive scale and intense, chaotic combat encounters.

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: 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 14.8%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Anime 10.6%, Cute 8%

Touhou Blooming Chaos 2 is an brand new rogue shooter where you control a character of a varied cast to explore an all randomized labyrinth. Enjoy the excessive fun of reaping enemies and character training. With balanced difficulty, you can always find your place as either beginner or veteran!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 24%, RPG 24%, Anime 15.3%, Action 13.9%, Adventure 13.6%

Shiro is an adventure platformer in which you have to find your missing sister

Why similar: Side Scroller 18%, Platformer 16.6%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Anime 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.8%

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: Female Protagonist 28%, Anime 25.4%, Platformer 24.7%, Action 7.7%, Adventure 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D action-platformer featuring a distinct anime aesthetic and a strong female lead.

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 23%, Side Scroller 16%, JRPG 15.1%, Action RPG 10.5%, Female Protagonist 9%

Yohane the Parhelion is an official spin-off of "Love Live! Sunshine". Yohane's fantasy world sets the stage for a 2D metroidvania in "Yohane the Parhelion: Blaze in the Deepblue"!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Anime 17.7%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Action 7.5%, Cute 7.4%

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 35.6%, Platformer 12.5%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, Action RPG 6.8%, 2D Platformer 6.1%

Delve into the enthralling world of Pocket Mirror ~ GoldenerTraum, the acclaimed RPG Maker gothic horror game that'll take you on a moving journey of self-discovery.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.7%, Anime 24.2%, RPG 15.6%, Exploration 13.7%, Adventure 8%

ANNO: Mutationem is an action-adventure game with RPG elements set in a cyberpunk world, featuring a unique mix of pixelated 2D & 3D graphic style with a rich, dark and bizarre plot.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.4%, Action RPG 14.9%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Anime 13.8%, RPG 10%

ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Action RPG 10.3%, Anime 10.1%

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 27.8%, JRPG 19.1%, Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, Fantasy 5.8%

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: Side Scroller 20.1%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 13.7%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Anime 12.6%

Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Platformer 12.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Anime 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

Touhou Project's Brand New Action Roguelite Fan Game! Strange incidents erupt in the Animal Realm and Primate Spirit Garden. Embark on an unknown journey, uncover the truth behind the anomalies, and break through this 'Touhou Dystopian'!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.1%, Anime 17.5%, Cute 13.7%, Action 9.7%, Fantasy 8.5%

Team up with your "other self", Honno-chan, as you parry, pummel and pulse your way out of your darkest nightmare in this one-of-a-kind "parry heaven" action game!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.4%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Anime 12.5%, Cute 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.5%

Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.2%, RPG 13.9%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Metroidvania 11.1%, Anime 10.4%

Break Nyx’s curse and guide humanity's rebirth in this top-down 2.5D Action RPG from the creators of CrossCode. Battle enemies with stylish combos, wield multiple divine weapons, solve intriguing puzzles and explore a changing world.

Why similar: JRPG 21.6%, Action RPG 18.1%, Action-Adventure 10%, Anime 9.7%, RPG 8.6%

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 26.4%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action RPG 15%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Platformer 8.1%

Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy Prologue is a fanmade indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.To save the Princess of Misty Lake "Daiyousei", from the evil who took her captive. You must play as the brave Hero of Ice Fairy "Cirno" and face "Remilia Scarlet" of the Kouma Castle

Why similar: Bullet Hell 25%, JRPG 24.3%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Anime 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

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 32.6%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Platformer 8.3%

A bullet hell shoot 'em up featuring hololive’s Sakura Miko! hololive has been possessed by evil spirits! Combine melee and ranged combat with a variety of items to fight your friends and set them free!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.1%, Side Scroller 26.8%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Anime 11.6%, Cute 7.9%

「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」

Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.5%, Anime 24.8%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Cute 18.4%, Action 4.9%

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 23.3%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Action RPG 10.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Anime 9.5%

"Kats Trigger" is story-driven, hyper-speed action. Shoot, slash, and fly through explosive combat. In a beautifully crafted pixel art world, witness the bond between Otter and Stray Cat.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.7%, Anime 20.9%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Platformer 16%, 2D 8.2%

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: Side Scroller 20%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Anime 15.4%, Platformer 14%, 2D Platformer 9.7%

Marmoreal is a Bullet Hell Action RPG with magical girls, swords and fully automatic crossbows. Join the Mages of the Arcanum and the Warriors of Melkirion in their quest to stop the evil Necromancer!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.7%, Action RPG 19.9%, Anime 15.1%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Cute 8.8%

The world of Touhou comes alive in this beautiful action RPG (featuring “bullet hell” elements, of course!). Infamous vampire Remilia Scarlet and her dutiful maid, Sakuya, set off to chase rumors of a massive monster, all while sending baddies flying with fluid action and signature skills!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.1%, JRPG 16.2%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 11.3%, Action RPG 10.9%