Games Like Guacamelee! 2

The definitive version of the smash-hit Metroidvania-style action-platformer, Guacamelee! STCE adds new levels, powers, challenges, and refinements to the sprawling, ridiculous, Mexican-inspired adventure of the original Guacamelee! Gold Edition.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.7%, Platformer 23%, 2D 8.4%, Beat 'em up 3%, Wrestling 2.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive version of the original game, offering the same luchador-themed combat and Metroidvania exploration as the sequel.

Guacamelee! is a Metroidvania-style action-platformer set in a magical Mexican-inspired world. The game draws its inspiration from traditional Mexican culture and folklore, and features many interesting and unique characters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Beat 'em up 17.6%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Platformer 13.6%, Action 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: The original entry in the series that established the core combat and platforming mechanics found in the sequel.

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 39.4%, Platformer 15.3%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Action 6%, Adventure 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, polished Metroidvania that features excellent platforming and unique transformation mechanics similar to the ability-gating in Guacamelee.

SteamWorld Dig is back! Dig deep, gain riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld in this platform mining adventure influenced by classic Metroidvania style games.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.7%, Platformer 19.3%, Adventure 6.7%, 2D 5.9%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in Metroidvania design that emphasizes fluid movement and rewarding exploration in a charming, stylized world.

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 43%, Difficult 17.4%, Platformer 13.8%, Side Scroller 4.9%, Exploration 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: While more atmospheric, it offers the gold standard for tight, responsive platforming and deep, ability-based exploration.

Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, Platformer 17.4%, Difficult 9%, Atmospheric 5.7%, Action-Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features some of the most fluid and satisfying movement mechanics in the genre, paired with beautiful art and challenging combat.

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 34.6%, Difficult 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 11%, 2D Platformer 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, combat-focused Metroidvania that rewards players with visceral satisfaction and intricate world design.

F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, Platformer 16.8%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Exploration 7%

Why You'll Like It: A combat-heavy Metroidvania that features a brawler-style protagonist and a dense, interconnected world that feels very similar to the Guacamelee experience.

Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Platformer 15.7%, Difficult 12.7%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Cartoony 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines Metroidvania exploration with roguelite progression, offering fast-paced action and a high degree of replayability.

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 38.6%, Difficult 16.2%, Side Scroller 14%, 2D 9.4%, Adventure 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: An essential action-platformer that captures the same retro-inspired charm and precise gameplay feel as the best 2D platformers.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Platformer 16.8%, Difficult 9.1%, 2D Platformer 7.8%, 2D 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy action-platformer that evolves into a full-fledged Metroidvania with sharp controls and a witty sense of humor.

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 61.5%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Platformer 8.7%, Action 4.7%, Difficult 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A sprawling, classic-style Metroidvania that offers deep character customization and satisfying combat encounters.

LET'S KUNG FU THEM ALL! Play solo or co-op and take control of four unlikely heroes that battle a diverse lineup of enemies, show off your Kung-Fu skills and journey west across stunning different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.1%, 4 Player Local 16.5%, Local Co-Op 16%, Co-op 10.5%, Side Scroller 9%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful 2D action-platformer that supports local co-op and features a variety of character-swapping mechanics.

Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.3%, Platformer 20.4%, Cartoony 11.1%, 4 Player Local 9.1%, Co-op 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in 2D platforming that features local co-op and a vibrant, cartoony aesthetic that matches the energy of the Mexiverse.

From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.8%, Local Co-Op 21%, Co-op 19.3%, 4 Player Local 18.7%, Action 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A co-op focused action game that leans heavily into the beat-em-up mechanics and team-based synergy found in Guacamelee.

Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Platformer 13.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deep exploration-focused Metroidvania that prioritizes clever ability-gating and world-building.

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 39.1%, Platformer 15.1%, Atmospheric 6.7%, Side Scroller 5.7%, Exploration 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and accessible Metroidvania that focuses on fluid movement and satisfying combat encounters.

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 20.9%, Difficult 12.8%, Platformer 9.9%, Cartoony 9.5%, Side Scroller 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, action-packed Metroidvania that blends platforming with a variety of weapon-based combat styles.

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 35.6%, Difficult 18.3%, Platformer 14%, Funny 9.5%, Atmospheric 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-platformer that emphasizes fluid combat and mobility, perfect for fans of the brawler elements in Guacamelee.

Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Local Co-Op 15.9%, Difficult 12.8%, Platformer 11.8%, Co-op 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action game that offers tight platforming and character-switching mechanics for a classic feel.

Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 17.3%, Local Co-Op 16.8%, Difficult 13.8%, Platformer 12.5%, Co-op 12%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer that emphasizes exploration and emergent gameplay, perfect for players who enjoy difficult 2D platforming.

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 42.8%, Platformer 15.1%, Difficult 12.2%, Side Scroller 10.5%, 2D 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, combat-heavy Metroidvania that features massive enemy encounters and a unique, hand-drawn art style.

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 38.8%, Platformer 18%, Beat 'em up 17.6%, Action 5.6%, Side Scroller 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a heavy focus on combo-based combat and exploration within a vibrant, hand-painted world.

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: Local Co-Op 27.6%, Co-op 25%, Funny 9%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, Colorful 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features a unique transformation system and co-op play, capturing the same lighthearted, chaotic energy.

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 50.4%, Platformer 14.3%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Action 6.1%, Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich Metroidvania that balances challenging platforming puzzles with engaging, boss-focused combat.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Platformer 30.4%, Difficult 25.4%, 2D Platformer 21.9%, Action 11%, 2D 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, stylish action game that rewards precision and quick reflexes in a 2D environment.

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 30.2%, Difficult 14.4%, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 11.1%, 2D Platformer 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tight, atmospheric Metroidvania that features precise combat and a distinct, pixelated art style.

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 33.1%, Platformer 20.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Difficult 8.8%, Action 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful remake of a classic that features transformation-based exploration and platforming mechanics.

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.

Why similar: Platformer 35.1%, Side Scroller 29.9%, 2D 14.4%, Action 10.8%, Atmospheric 4%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game that emphasizes fluid movement and player agency, albeit with a focus on stealth rather than brawling.

Play as an exiled 'wum' looking for a new home in this bizarre but charming world, filled with strange creatures, puzzles, monsters and political chaos.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Local Co-Op 14%, Co-op 10.2%, Platformer 10.2%, Difficult 9.8%

Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

Why similar: Metroidvania 58.8%, Platformer 14%, Difficult 8.4%, Action 4.5%, Side Scroller 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A combat-focused Metroidvania with a deep skill system and challenging boss fights that reward mastery.

Moo Lander is a 2D action-adventure RPG with metroidvania elements featuring an epic plot, mighty cow bosses, beautiful environments, clever puzzles, and lots of milk!

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, 4 Player Local 19.2%, Local Co-Op 11%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Co-op 10.1%

The fan-favorite 2D brawler is back as ex-mob hit man Shank returns to action in Shank 2. With those closest to him under attack, Shank is once again forced on the offensive. Now he must put his trusty arsenal of handguns, shotguns, automatic weapons, chainsaws, machetes, grenades, plus all-new weaponry and moves to use in order to...

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.3%, Local Co-Op 19%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Co-op 9.8%, Platformer 8%

Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair is a brand-new 2.5D platformer from some of the key creative talent behind 'Donkey Kong Country'. As the colourful buddy duo you must tackle a series of stunning, 2.5D levels and explore a puzzling 3D Overworld rich with secrets and surprises!

Why similar: Platformer 44.8%, Adventure 22.7%, Funny 10.7%, Colorful 10.3%, Exploration 7.9%

Jump back in time and free your inner caveman. Smash heads in this local cooperative platformer game. Play solo or team up with up to 4 players. Inspired by games like New Super Mario, Joe & Mac, Metal Slug and Trine.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.2%, 4 Player Local 20.5%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Platformer 10.2%, Side Scroller 8.9%

Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.9%, Platformer 15.9%, Difficult 15.4%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Co-op 10.9%

Yooka-Laylee is an all-new open-world platformer from genre veterans Playtonic! Explore huge, beautiful worlds, meet an unforgettable cast of characters and horde a vault-load of collectibles as buddy-duo Yooka and Laylee embark on an epic adventure to thwart corporate creep Capital B!

Why similar: Platformer 31.9%, Colorful 16.3%, Funny 12.6%, Adventure 12.5%, Exploration 10.4%

Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Funny 6.6%

In this Insanely Twisted, 2-D action-adventure game, explore unique environments and battle bizarre creatures.

Why similar: Metroidvania 59%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Exploration 6.7%, Adventure 6.1%, Action 5.9%

Embark on a sparkling journey in this long-awaited sequel to SUNSOFT’s legendary 8-bit platformer Gimmick! Solve puzzles, trick enemies, and explore a physics-based playground. Yumetaro is back!

Why similar: Difficult 25.4%, Cartoony 17%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 9.4%, Colorful 9%

Stick 'Em Up 2: Paper Adventures is a run'n'gun/platform game of stick figure characters fighting through beautiful paper and card levels. Fly across city rooftops firing rockets from a helicopter, leap between pirate ships with a sword, race buggies on the moon, and more!

Why similar: 4 Player Local 20.2%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Co-op 14%, Platformer 12.2%

Shank is the cult-classic revival of the sidescrolling beat-em-up. Play as Shank in an over-the-top grindhouse game, packed to the rim with enemies, bosses, combos, and more by the award-winning team at Klei Entertainment.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.7%, Local Co-Op 23.2%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Platformer 9.3%, Action 6%

Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Difficult 13.5%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Side Scroller 8.2%

The River City Girls are back! Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki - joined by newcomers Marian and Provie - hit the streets for an all-new beat-'em-up adventure! Team up for local or online co-op and explore a massive world packed with new abilities, enemies, locations, and more!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.7%, Colorful 10.4%, Exploration 10.4%, 2D 8.1%, Action 8.1%

Super Meat Boy is back! This time around Meat Boy is always running, literally it's an auto-runner. You will jump, dive, slide and punch your way through brutal levels and mean boss fights. We designed 5,000+ levels so you can play the game over and over without seeing the same level twice.

Why similar: Difficult 23.2%, Platformer 17.8%, Side Scroller 17.6%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Funny 7.9%

GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.5%, Difficult 14.7%, Platformer 14.5%, Cartoony 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.6%

Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2 revives the good, old, action platform run & gun genre, but this time with a bunch of humor and buckets of blown off body parts. In this sequel to Guns, Gore & Cannoli, Vinnie Cannoli’s story continues and this time it’s personal.

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.8%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, Co-op 17.4%, 4 Player Local 17.3%, Platformer 7.4%

Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.3%, Platformer 26.4%, Funny 5.8%, Side Scroller 5.2%, Action 4.1%

Megabyte Punch is a fighting/beat ‘em up game in which you build your own fighter! As you travel through different environments, you battle other creatures to get their parts. Parts have their own powers and bonuses, like gun arms for a shoot ability or powerful hips for a devastating pelvic thrust attack.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.5%, Metroidvania 15.9%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, 4 Player Local 14.1%, Co-op 9%

Swing, jump, and blast through dimensions in the follow-up to the critically-acclaimed 2D action-platformer Grapple Dog. Zip between action-packed worlds as Pablo and Luna team up to save the cosmos in their own unique ways.

Why similar: Difficult 19.4%, Platformer 18.2%, Cartoony 17.3%, 2D Platformer 16%, Colorful 9.9%

Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.2%, Platformer 19.6%, 2D Platformer 5.7%, Funny 5.1%, Adventure 4.6%

Explore, solve puzzles, and fight your way through over 100 screens and return your pumpkin pals!

Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Colorful 5.9%

The Adventure Pals is an epic adventure platformer fueled by imagination, friendship, and the dark side of hot dogs. Your dad has been dadnapped and you, your pet rock, and a tongue-helicoptering giraffe must fight your way through levels filled with platforming, bizarre enemies, and big bosses to save the world!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.7%, Platformer 25.3%, Funny 11%, Adventure 8.7%, Action 7.2%

Join Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers in a brand-new brawling adventure across space, time, and the streets of Toronto!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.7%, 4 Player Local 20.3%, Local Co-Op 19.6%, Co-op 10.4%, Funny 8.3%

Rivals of Aether II is the sequel to the hit indie fighting game, Rivals of Aether. Play as both new and returning elemental fighters in the next generation of platform fighters.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 43.1%, Co-op 22.2%, Platformer 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action 7%

Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.1%, 4 Player Local 19.2%, Local Co-Op 17.3%, Co-op 14%, Funny 8.2%

Overcooked returns with a brand-new helping of chaotic cooking action! Journey back to the Onion Kingdom and assemble your team of chefs in classic couch co-op or online play for up to four players. Hold onto your aprons… it’s time to save the world again!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 41.2%, 4 Player Local 20.1%, Co-op 19.5%, Funny 9%, Difficult 5.5%

A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.

Why similar: Platformer 34.6%, Metroidvania 30.2%, Funny 10%, Action 8.4%, 2D 7.7%

Throw yourself into an epic 3D beat’em up adventure with adorable knights, full of surprising worlds and situations. Grab your buddy and play in 2 player co-op to save the princess, but this is only the beginning!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.3%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Co-op 14.7%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Cartoony 10.5%

Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Funny 9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%