- #1 Jumper Jon
97% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Ogre Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jumper Jon is a 30-second metroidvania-style platforming adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Action-Adventure 11%, Exploration 8%, Side Scroller 8%, Platformer 7.9%
- #2 Stomp and the Sword of Miracles
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frogteam Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Meet a charming cast of little creatures and save the world from a mischievous god in this character-driven metroidvania! Explore a world full of lost secrets, make new friends, and use strange creatures to your advantage to reach new heights!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Cartoon 12.3%, Funny 8.9%, Exploration 8.7%, Hand-drawn 8.5%
- #3 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons Remake
96% matchVery Positive93% of 87 reviews2025
Dev: Adventure Islands
Windows
Guide Timmy the little treasure hunter through traps and puzzles to reach the legendary treasure! Experience the classic mini metroidvania remade with new visuals, music, and content!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Cartoon 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10%, Side Scroller 9%, Platformer 7.6%
- #4 Blast Brigade vs. the Evil Legion of Dr. Cread
94% matchVery Positive89% of 339 reviews2022
Dev: MY.GAMESPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Cartoon 14.8%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Platformer 7.5%
- #5 Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom
94% matchVery Positive89% of 2,594 reviews2019
Dev: Game AtelierPub: FDG Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, Platformer 9.7%, Cartoon 8.5%, Side Scroller 8.1%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #6 Marko: Beyond Brave
93% matchMostly Positive72% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: Studio MechkaPub: Studio Mechka
Windows
Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Cartoon 9.8%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Hack and Slash 8.3%
- #7 Blightseeker
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hypernoodle Games
Windows
Jump and dash through unknown, labyrinthine worlds in this VR adventure. Fight back against maddened creatures, or cure them of the blight that fuels their rage. Collect treasures, tools, and powers as you search for the source of this ancient ill, and decide whether to quell or unleash it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 8.6%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Adventure 5.9%
- #8 Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia
91% 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 30.6%, Cartoon 12.1%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Platformer 8.9%
- #9 Stoatman
91% 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 45.4%, Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 6.8%, Cute 6.4%, Side Scroller 6.3%
- #10 Little Nemo and the Guardians of Slumberland
89% matchVery Positive96% of 109 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 39.7%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Exploration 8.4%, Cute 6.8%
- #11 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
90% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,577 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52%, Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Side Scroller 6.9%, Hand-drawn 6.3%
- #12 Goo Keeper
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Oria Games Inc.
Windows
Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Platformer 8.3%, Exploration 8.3%
- #13 Reso-Seeker
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ralta Studios
Windows · Mac
Resort adventure of exploration, life-sim and a little action. Your guide is in-game "Brochure" filled with map and activities. Check them off as you go. Learn new skills to unlock new areas. Days at the waterpark, nights at the hotel lounge. No enemies. Just your own pace. A cozy Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.5%, Action-Adventure 13%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Exploration 8.8%, Hand-drawn 5.9%
- #14 Morkull Ragast's Rage
87% matchVery Positive82% of 91 reviews2025
Dev: Disaster GamesPub: Selecta Play
Windows
A 2D video game that combines platforming and action with a touch of exploration in which we control Morkull, God of death and darkness and lord of the Ragast, whose main mechanics lies in the breaking of the fourth wall, which will allow Morkull to communicate with the player in various ways.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Cartoon 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Hack and Slash 9.2%, Side Scroller 7.5%
- #15 Jester's Quest
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cybernautic
Windows
✓ Fairy tale metroidvania with some RPG elements ✓ Hand drawn pixelart with frame by frame animation ✓ Open world map to more than 50+ different levels ✓ Medieval fantasy with magic, quests and dragons ✓ You don't have to read a single line of text ✓ Combo combat system
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Bullet Time 14.7% ★, Side Scroller 9.4%, Hand-drawn 8.2%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #16 Raygun Gadabout
84% matchPositive81% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Quantum Duck Studio Ltd.
Windows
An exhilarating action-adventure game set in a vibrant retro-futuristic universe. Embark on daring interstellar journeys, uncovering new worlds, and battling formidable alien adversaries. Upgrade your ship and abilities as you explore the vastness of space to save the Galaxy from a hidden threat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Hand-drawn 11.4%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Exploration 7.9%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #17 Akita: King Pig Thinks Pink
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Karuma Games
Windows
Akita: King Pig Thinks Pink is a 2D adventure-platformer metroidvania with hand-drawn animations, for 1-2 player local co-op.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Funny 8.5%, Exploration 8.2%
- #18 Zombie Vampires
86% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: WILL LAWTONPub: TOP5STUDIOS
Windows
Help Argyle Van Helsing hunt down and destroy Dracula before he turns all the worlds vampires into Zombie Vampires. This creature feature Metroidvania adventure game is filled with classic monsters, wicked levels, and clever humor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Exploration 11%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Platformer 8.8%, Funny 7.9%
- #19 Nightmare Boy
85% matchMixed61% of 41 reviews2017
Dev: The Vanir ProjectPub: BadLand Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Nightmare Boy is a metroidvania, action/adventure 2D game where you'll meet weird and unique friends and foes. But tread carefully: Quirky characters and their reactions can have game-changing consequences. Be prepared to collect rare items, vanquish enemies, and eventually face your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Funny 9.2%, Exploration 8.3%, Hand-drawn 8%
- #20 Monad Tachyon
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: OMEME
Windows
Accelerate beyond the speed of sound! Monad Tachyon is the ultimate high-speed Metroidvania .
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, Bullet Time 21.8% ★, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Action 5.2%
- #21 SHEEPO
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 581 reviews2020
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Explore a strange planet, collect the creatures you find, and then shape-shift into them to expand your world. Build your own path, chat with the locals, and discover the planets sprawling secrets in this quirky metroidvania platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Platformer 10.7%, Exploration 9.1%, Hand-drawn 7.4%, Open World 7%
- #22 Pain-T
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wheel Of Games
Windows
Pain-T is an exploration-driven metroidvania where color is your greatest weapon. Restore a world drained of paint, overcome hostile creatures, unlock colorfull powers, reveal hidden paths, and paint your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.8%, Exploration 12.1%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Open World 6.1%, Cute 5.6%
- #23 Crimson Wanderer
81% 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 34%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Platformer 9.4%
- #24 Dirtlight
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Applava
Windows
Dig through an odd world full of dangerous creatures. Uncover hidden paths and long-buried secrets. Dirtlight is a metroidvania where the journey runs deep, and offers unexpected ways to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.8%, Exploration 10.5%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Action 5.8%
- #25 Honey's Sweet Revenge
79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: etheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
Windows
Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Hand-drawn 8.3%, Platformer 7.5%, Action 6.4%
- #26 Starfable
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ogre Burp
Windows · Mac
A top-down adventure puzzle game. Play as a fallen star princess who can sing, sparkle, hurl fireballs, turn to stardust, and possess magical creatures to solve puzzles. Use all your powers to break a curse that has twisted every wish in the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Cartoon 15.1%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Hand-drawn 8.5%, Exploration 7.2%
- #27 Florarium
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Melting Caramel
Windows
Florarium is a Metroidvania game focused on exploration and battle. Explore the mysterious world full of unexpected secrets. Battle fierce enemies with your bow. Choose your own path to your goddess in the vast, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.3%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Exploration 10.4%, Platformer 10.2%, Cute 5.8%
- #28 Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition
76% matchVery Positive91% of 295 reviews2025
Dev: Limited Run Games
Windows
Tomba is back for more in Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition, a celebration of the often overlooked sequel to the legendary platformer, Tomba!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Cartoon 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Side Scroller 9%, Funny 7.1%
- #29 Cold Lazarus
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CyrusTheVirus Studios
Windows
Embark on a thrilling odyssey with Lazarus amidst Nimbranumbra's asteroid islands. Encounter charismatic characters, explore ancient ruins, quaint villages, and brave the eerie 'Frameworks.' Battle foes, complete quests, and solve puzzles in this captivating hand-drawn fantasy epic!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Cartoon 14.5%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Funny 7.4%
- #30 Escape From Tethys
78% matchMixed70% of 460 reviews2018
Dev: Whimsical
Windows · Mac
You're trapped, alone and cold on a distant planet. Pursued by a droid with only one purpose: killing everything. You must find an escape. Explore the hostile environment, find secret upgrades and new weapons, and finally make your escape from this dark, hostile planet...
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Exploration 9.9%, Action 8.4%
- #31 Vacoo. The adventure in Garbage city.
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oina Studio
Windows
Single-player 2D platformer with metroidvania and puzzle elements.Discover this amazing new world has been drawn by our artists from scratch.Fend off the enemy, climb into the most secret places, learn the rules of this city and finally save your friend.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Cartoon 13.9%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Funny 8.5%
- #32 Bitlands
77% 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 37.6%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 9.5%
- #33 Clunky Hero
75% matchMixed70% of 163 reviews2023
Dev: Chaosmonger Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
A crazy platformer with a touch of RPG and tons of quirky but challenging things! Lovely hand-drawn-looking graphics, for a world crowded with funny creatures and bizarre weapons. Join Rufus, the antihero with broom and bucket, on his absurd journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Cartoon 12.1%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Funny 9.3%, Hack and Slash 8.8%
- #34 Sylv and the Ancient Tree
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GameByKel
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 30%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 7.5%
- #35 Nocturnal 2
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sunnyside Games
Windows
Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Hand-drawn 10%, Platformer 8.6%
- #36 Beyond Zero Line
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BIIMSPub: BIIMS GAMING
Windows
A nation is on the brink of collapse and you have been given a special order: rescue the trapped president. Run, jump, and gun your way across its interconnected districts full of enemies and secrets. Uncover the truth behind your mission.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.7%, Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Exploration 7.1%, Side Scroller 6.9%
- #37 Keena The Voidslayer
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crowning Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2-D action adventure platformer where you can absorb and manipulate things with your friend Moku. You can use different abilities to explore and interact with the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Exploration 9.4%, Platformer 9.3%
- #38 Ethereal Odyssey
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KU3 Dev
Windows · Linux
Explore a dreamscape, rich with magic, hidden secrets and mysterious creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Exploration 11.1%, Hand-drawn 11%, Action 7.9%, Family Friendly 7.6%
- #39 Irang : the last hope
73% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: SnoozyMondayPub: DCD
Windows
In Joseon, a kingdom honoring the Four Deities, chaos reigns. Nobles have unleashed sealed evils in a power grab, causing calamities. Join Irang and Haru on a journey to liberate the Deities and reclaim Joseon's last hope.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Bullet Time 14.1% ★, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Hand-drawn 7.5%, Action 7.5%
- #40 Well Dweller
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Side Scroller 8%, Platformer 7.3%
- #41 Islets
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,293 reviews2022
Dev: Kyle ThompsonPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Platformer 8.7%, Side Scroller 7.3%, Funny 6.7%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #42 The Elderseed
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Talebound Games
Windows
Embark on an epic action adventure by unraveling the mystery of the Elder Seed and save the world from falling into chaos. Journey with Milo through colorful handcrafted lands, forests, caves and dungeons. Forge new weapons and encounter strange creatures who will help you throughout your journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 8.9%
- #43 Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU
70% matchVery Positive83% of 946 reviews2024
Dev: Surgent StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.3%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Side Scroller 8.4%, Platformer 7.8%, Exploration 7.2%
- #44 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
69% matchVery Positive84% of 6,374 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.2%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Exploration 10.5%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Action 3.5%
- #45 Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
72% matchVery Positive85% of 2,553 reviews2017
Dev: LizardcubePub: Dotemu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Platformer 14%, Hand-drawn 10.5%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #46 Velvet Veil
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MoonBloom Studios
Windows
Velvet Veil is a 2D Metroidvania-style Action Adventure with elements of Bullet Hell and unique platforming Mechanics. Ages after a forgotten apocalypse only the dolls of a humanoid species remain. These dolls come to life through the power of memories.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.3%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Exploration 8.5%, Platformer 6.8%
- #47 Between Worlds
70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Pletenica Studios
Windows
MAT is a young boy trapped in a school he barely recognises. Help him in the search for answers, shifting between worlds, uncovering new challenges, creatures, and abilities in each of them. Explore a narrative platformer inspired by the metroidvania genre, made by friends for friends.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Cartoon 11.3%, Open World 8.9%
- #48 Misspell
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
Windows
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Exploration 7.4%
- #49 Crypt Custodian
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,896 reviews2024
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 41.5%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Exploration 8.8%, Hand-drawn 8.4%, Funny 7.5%
- #50 Cloud Seeker
69% 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 35.5%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 8.9%, Action 6.4%
- #51 Blitz & Blaze
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: byteratPub: RAT
Windows
Unleash the power of Blitz the rat and Blaze the firefly in this mesmerizing platformer. Explore diverse dimensions, solve puzzles, and discover the magic of cooperation!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Cartoon 15.7%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Platformer 9.6%, Exploration 8.5%
- #52 Deer Crusade
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Black Coffee Studio
Windows
Recover scattered gem shards in this puzzle-filled, exploration-driven Metroidvania to restore balance and return home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Exploration 7.8%
- #53 BANX
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Uni Dreams
Windows
Play as BANX, a hero wielding a balloon as his weapon... and head? In this hand-animated action adventure set in a solar-punk world, take on hundreds of enemies in fast-paced, free-flow combat, fight an epic cast of bosses, and freely bounce through a stunning, dense, and vertical city.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Hand-drawn 8.6%, Action 7.8%
- #54 Kingless Dungeon
67% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: G3 Studio
Windows
《Kingless Dungeon》 is a 2D hack and slash platformer where you control the Shadow Prince, a warrior with no memory. Fight undead enemies, discover your skills, and explore this deep dungeons filled with traps and secrets. Can you reclaim your memories and escape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 11%, Exploration 8.1%
- #55 Zozo and the Lost Dreams
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Red Dunes Games
Windows
Help Zozo find his way home in this cartoon-inspired Metroidvania platformer. Pillow-fight sentient pastries, train under an octopus master, and brave a cybernetic jungle as you explore the vibrant landscapes of Zozo's dreams.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Cute 6.8%
- #56 Dungeon Dot Ruby
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IIShots Entertainment
Windows
Delve into the Master Dungeon as you explore the unyielding tunnels from a top-down view or hop and bop through expansive caverns in 2d-sidescrolling action! Danger and discovery are to be found wherever you are in this retro-style adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Platformer 5.7%
- #57 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ongar Studio
Windows
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Cartoon 13.3%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Platformer 8.3%, Exploration 8.2%
- #58 The Ramsey
66% matchVery Positive91% of 69 reviews2023
Dev: IKINAGAMES
Windows
The Ramsey is a 2D platformer that allows you to play as cute squirrel characters solving puzzles using various weapons. Explore maze-like islands and overcome difficult obstacles with the strongest squirrels in the universe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Action-Adventure 15%, Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 9.2%, Cute 6%