Games Like GRIME

Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Souls-like 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Difficult 8.4%, Platformer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a hauntingly beautiful and grotesque world filled with challenging souls-like combat.

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 25.4%, Difficult 13.6%, Platformer 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a high-stakes parry-focused combat system that mirrors the intensity of GRIME's absorption mechanics.

The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Souls-like 20.5%, Difficult 16.6%, Side Scroller 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, gothic metroidvania that refines the brutal combat and exploration found in the original.

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Souls-like 41.4%, Metroidvania 21.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Difficult 9.3%, Platformer 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential 2D souls-like that perfectly captures the oppressive atmosphere and deep RPG customization of GRIME.

Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Souls-like 28.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Difficult 8.9%, Platformer 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, gothic-horror metroidvania that blends brutal melee combat with intricate pixel art.

Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.9%, Metroidvania 25.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Difficult 6.1%, Platformer 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines souls-like combat with metroidvania exploration and a dark, narrative-heavy world.

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 36.7%, Souls-like 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Difficult 8.4%, Action RPG 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a melancholic atmosphere and a unique combat system where you summon spirits to fight for you.

Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Souls-like 29.8%, Platformer 7.6%, Side Scroller 7.3%, Dark Fantasy 7%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, dark-fantasy metroidvania with a focus on fast-paced, punishing combat.

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Souls-like 23.5%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 6%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for exploration-heavy metroidvanias with challenging boss encounters and atmospheric storytelling.

Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.

Why similar: Souls-like 36.9%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Difficult 18.2%, Action RPG 15.1%, Combat 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush souls-like that focuses on high-difficulty encounters and unique character progression.

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

Why similar: Souls-like 38%, Difficult 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Action RPG 10.9%, Dark 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced souls-like that emphasizes aggressive combat and plague-themed mechanics.

Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 51.2%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Difficult 13.5%, Action RPG 8.1%, Action 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: While 3D, it shares the core 'vessel' and body-swapping themes that define the progression in GRIME.

Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 24.2%, Difficult 13.4%, Platformer 10.1%, Side Scroller 8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly challenging experience that balances complex platforming with difficult combat encounters.

Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 22.4%, Difficult 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Action RPG 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, Lovecraftian-inspired metroidvania with a heavy emphasis on souls-like combat and character builds.

Join your fellow Marked Inquisitors in this online coop successor to award-winning 2016 Soulslike Salt and Sanctuary.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Souls-like 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Action RPG 11%, Side Scroller 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the souls-like formula with a focus on hunting unique mages in a dark, interconnected world.

UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.7%, Metroidvania 34.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Difficult 10.5%, Action 3%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, dark souls-like metroidvania that relies on tight combat and environmental storytelling.

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 52.5%, 2.5D 10.9%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%, Platformer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style metroidvania with deep RPG systems and a vast, interconnected world to explore.

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 44.2%, Platformer 14.8%, Difficult 12.3%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Atmospheric 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, Lovecraftian metroidvania that features massive scale and challenging, procedurally-influenced encounters.

Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want!

Why similar: Souls-like 29.1%, Difficult 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Action RPG 12.2%, Dark 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal, top-down souls-like set in a dark, oppressive world with challenging combat.

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 28.7%, Souls-like 21.6%, Difficult 11%, Side Scroller 11%, Action RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: An expansive metroidvania with beautiful art and a focus on deep, varied combat encounters.

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 42.1%, Souls-like 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Action RPG 8.4%, Difficult 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the atmospheric, dark-fantasy tradition of its predecessor with refined combat mechanics.

Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 17.4%, Souls-like 17%, 2.5D 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Difficult 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy action-RPG that incorporates souls-like mechanics into a side-scrolling world.

Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 64.2%, Platformer 13.7%, Difficult 4.2%, Side Scroller 3.9%, Exploration 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the exploration and discovery aspects of the metroidvania genre with a unique sci-fi aesthetic.

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Difficult 14.1%, Souls-like 13%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Combat 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging metroidvania with distinct class-based combat and a large, interconnected map.

Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Side Scroller 14%, Action RPG 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Platformer 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and dark, eldritch themes.

CARRION is a reverse horror game in which you assume the role of an amorphous creature of unknown origins, stalking and consuming those that imprisoned you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 70.1%, Platformer 7.9%, Action 7%, Adventure 4.7%, Indie 4%

Why You'll Like It: A reverse-horror game where you play as a grotesque, evolving creature, mirroring the body-horror themes of GRIME.

Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 25%, 2.5D 12.2%, Action RPG 11.2%, Surreal 9.7%

Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

Why similar: Souls-like 25.9%, Metroidvania 13.9%, Action RPG 13%, Difficult 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like action-adventure game with a unique art style and challenging, timing-based combat.

Their Flesh Is Your Weapon. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel action-RPG with adrenaline-charged, high-stakes combat. Possess warrior Shells, dethrone false gods, redeem a ravaged world.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Difficult 14.4%, Action RPG 12.6%, Dark 7.7%

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 27.2%, Platformer 11.3%, Surreal 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Blends precision 3D platforming with souls-like combat and exploration in a unique, stylized world.

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Souls-like 32.9%, Metroidvania 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Action RPG 9.5%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 21.9%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 11.8%, Difficult 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game that captures the fluid movement and challenging combat of the genre.

You seek untold riches, eternal life, divine powers - it leads to this accursed temple, a seemingly-infinite labyrinth of bottomless pits, deadly traps, and monsters.

Why similar: Souls-like 37.5%, Dark Fantasy 23.8%, Difficult 22.4%, Exploration 5.3%, Action 4.2%

Morbid: The Seven Acolytes is a Horrorpunk Action RPG filled with Lovecraftian horrors and Cronenbergian gore, making it the most gruesome take on the isometric Souls-like genre yet!

Why similar: Souls-like 54.5%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Action RPG 13.1%, Action 5.1%, Adventure 4.6%

ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Difficult 16.6%, Platformer 16.4%, Action 13.3%, Adventure 11.3%

A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Souls-like 21.7%, Platformer 11%, Difficult 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 10%

Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 18.3%, Metroidvania 18.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, 2.5D 9.6%, Difficult 9.2%

Greak: Memories of Azur is a single-player puzzle platformer adventure. Azur is under threat from an enemy attack who have control of strange creatures infecting the land. Take on the role of three siblings: Greak, Adara and Raydel and utilize their unique abilities to escape the invasion together.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Cinematic 11.3%, Side Scroller 11%, Platformer 10.2%

AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, Souls-like 20.3%, Difficult 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Action RPG 8.6%

Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Difficult 15.4%, Platformer 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Souls-like 9.9%

Hellpoint is an intense action RPG taking place on Irid Novo, a derelict space station soaked in an intoxicating dark sci fi atmosphere. Fight dreadful creatures, face the Cosmic Gods and unravel their twisted story. Should the challenge be too great, play with a friend in local or online coop.

Why similar: Souls-like 49.2%, Action RPG 13.6%, Difficult 10.6%, Dark 9.4%, Atmospheric 5.4%

Dark Light is a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk action-platformer with intense hack'n slash combat. Explore the unknown, enhance your abilities with cyberwares, and face off against supernatural entities to seal the Dark Void and end the eternal darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Souls-like 30.1%, Platformer 10.1%, Dark 6.1%, Difficult 5.1%

Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

Why similar: Platformer 26.8%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Difficult 16%, Metroidvania 12.3%, Action 10.8%

Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Platformer 11.6%, Dark 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

VELASTER is a gruesome 3D side-scrolling action combat game set in the Middle-earth called Malum. You will find yourself growing in battles against various monsters and bosses. Take revenge that remains in your fading memories.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 20.7%, 2.5D 10.4%, Side Scroller 10%, Action RPG 8.5%

Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.8%, Metroidvania 27.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Difficult 8.7%, Side Scroller 6%

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 36.3%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Platformer 14.1%, Action RPG 12.3%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Souls-like 20.1%, Difficult 12%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 7.5%

Blade Assault is a 2D action rogue-lite platformer with beautiful pixel art set in a desolate sci-fi world. Fight against the corrupt military of Esperanza as part of the resistance force of the Undercity. Bring the corrupt to justice by becoming stronger and fighting alongside your trusty comrades.

Why similar: Platformer 33.8%, Side Scroller 26.2%, Action-Adventure 21.3%, Action 14.2%, Indie 2.8%

Death is not the end: defeat infernal foes until you die and carry on the fight with your eternal soul and memories in a new body!

Why similar: Difficult 28%, 2.5D 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 24.1%, Atmospheric 9.6%, Combat 6.6%

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?

Why similar: Action RPG 33.3%, Action-Adventure 19.9%, Exploration 15.1%, Action 8.6%, Adventure 8.2%

The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century.

Why similar: Side Scroller 32.4%, Platformer 28.6%, Combat 18.8%, Adventure 10.4%, Action 6.5%

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 26.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Platformer 10.8%, Difficult 7.6%

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 37.2%, Souls-like 23.3%, Difficult 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Platformer 4.2%

Explore the haunting, dreamlike fantasy world of BEFORE I GO, a punishing Metroidvania where you embody the innocence of an inner child on an allegorical odyssey towards death acceptance. The end is inevitable, but will you brave the journey?

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Difficult 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Surreal 10%, Side Scroller 8.4%

Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.6%, Metroidvania 24%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Action RPG 10.5%, Difficult 8.8%

Have a Nice Death is a 2D action roguelike where you play as an overworked Death, whose employees have run rampant, completely throwing off the balance of souls - and his vacation plans. In order to restore order, you'll have to grab your trusty scythe and show your employees who's boss.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.8%, Platformer 19.7%, Combat 12.3%, Action 7.1%, Singleplayer 3.9%

ULTROS is a psychedelic metroidvania where you wake up stranded on The Sarcophagus — a cosmic uterus holding an ancient, demonic being. Trapped in the loop of a black hole, you will have to explore The Sarcophagus and meet its inhabitants to understand the part you play...

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.1%, Platformer 19.4%, Exploration 9.8%, Adventure 4.7%, Combat 4.6%

Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion of the human realm. Her destiny? To rescue her younger brother and face the demon lord Mahabalasura.

Why similar: Action RPG 27.8%, Action-Adventure 22.4%, Exploration 16.4%, Atmospheric 13.5%, Action 7.9%