60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Difficult, Singleplayer, Indie.
An unforgiving game with precise combat. Fight challenging bosses in any order, acquire their unique powers, and succeed on your own terms.
Nine Sols
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.
Boss Rush: Mythology
Boss Rush: Mythology - This is an action game in which you have to fight various creatures and gods from Greek, Scandinavian, Slavic and Egyptian mythologies.
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 19.5%, Souls-like 19.4%, Difficult 14.1%, Mythology 12.7%, Hand-drawn 8.9%
Boss Rush: Mythology - This is an action game in which you have to fight various creatures and gods from Greek, Scandinavian, Slavic and Egyptian mythologies.
Why similar: Boss Rush 38.9% ★, Souls-like 15.7%, Mythology 13.4%, Difficult 8.7%, Hand-drawn 6.6%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.4%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Difficult 17%, Platformer 11.1%, Combat 6%
Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.
Why similar: Samurai 43% ★, Difficult 14.3%, Action 13.4%, Platformer 10.9%, Indie 8.2%
Nowhere Patrol is a boss rush game with bullet hell and platforming elements. Inspired by classic action arcade games with it's steep difficulty curve and non-stop action.
Why similar: Boss Rush 53.8% ★, Difficult 16%, Action 11.3%, Platformer 8.4%, Indie 7.4%
Rubinite is an extremely challenging boss rush action game. in a dark fairy tale world, use Ruby's crimson eyes to expose the weak points of the Bloodstained monsters, then strike and shatter them. Carve a road home through the ruined Scarlet Kingdom and face the Witch who took it all.
Why similar: Boss Rush 51.7% ★, Souls-like 18.8%, Difficult 14.7%, Combat 4.3%, Action 3.7%
A journey of a lost samurai. Encounter five samurai and challenge them to a duel. Unleash your katana strike and deflect incoming attacks. Fight for honor or die with shame.
Why similar: Difficult 46.1%, Combat 13.2%, Souls-like 11.6%, Action 11.2%, Indie 11.2%
Samurai: Ronin's Path is a dynamic action game set in feudal Japan. Fight in true samurai style, unlock new abilities, avoid death, and cut down your enemies using an extensive arsenal available to Asian warriors.
Why similar: Samurai 44.4% ★, Souls-like 20.3%, Difficult 12.8%, Combat 6.6%, Action 5.4%
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 46.2%, Metroidvania 21.1%, Difficult 14.1%, Platformer 6.3%, Action 4%
ABYSSAL BLADE is a pixel-art boss rush inspired by MMO raid mechanics. With only 1 HP, take up your blade and challenge the five stages of grief.
Why similar: Boss Rush 50.9% ★, Souls-like 19.5%, Difficult 14%, Combat 6%, Action 4.3%
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 24.2%, Souls-like 20.7%, Difficult 13.8%, Platformer 11.6%, 2D Platformer 11%
PixelBoss: Shattered Depths is a hardcore 2D pixel-art platformer where every mistake matters. Fight enemies, avoid deadly traps, and master precise movement to survive unforgiving levels.
Why similar: Platformer 22.1%, Action 20.5%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Perma Death 19.2%, Stylized 8.6%
Ninja Hanrei is a 2D run and gun Platformer game inspired on Ancient Japan but with Super Powers.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.6%, Platformer 27%, Action 24.1%, Indie 8%, 2D 5.7%
Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.
Why similar: Samurai 47.3% ★, Souls-like 17.7%, Difficult 13.3%, Platformer 7.5%, Action 5.5%
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 37.2%, Mythology 25.1%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Action 9.5%, Combat 9.1%
Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.8%, Platformer 22.5%, Action 15.9%, Difficult 13.5%, Adventure 7.2%
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 42.9%, Metroidvania 24.8%, Difficult 9.2%, Platformer 5.9%, Action 5.8%
Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.1%, Metroidvania 20.5%, Difficult 15.3%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
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: 2D Platformer 23.5%, Difficult 23%, Platformer 21.8%, Action 15.8%, Indie 7.6%
Indie souls-like with innovative fight system where you practice your Katana on the path for endless improvement; again and again.
Why similar: Samurai 42.3% ★, Souls-like 20.2%, Difficult 11.6%, Action 10.4%, Indie 6.7%
Spiritfall is a fast-paced Action Roguelite with combat inspired by Platform Fighters. Slash, smash, launch, and wall-splat a multitude of enemies using an ever-changing arsenal of divine powers.
Why similar: Difficult 30.7%, 2D Platformer 26.4%, Platformer 19.1%, Action 8.6%, Combat 7.6%
Unforgiving boss fights. Gory pixels. Glorious fast-paced gladiatorial action-combat. Analyze your opponents weakness, adapt your strategy and colour the sands with the blood of your enemies.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.3%, Difficult 28.9%, Combat 12%, Action 9.4%, Atmospheric 8.2%
Rustled Pete is a very unforgiving boss fighting game. There is only one boss in the game and his name is Pete The Rustled. He has 4 forms, each one is harder than the other. Good luck!
Why similar: Boss Rush 60.2% ★, Difficult 16%, 2D Platformer 7.3%, Action 4.4%, Platformer 4%
Dustless is a hand-drawn wuxia side-scrolling action game built around Yin-Yang switching, fast pressure, and endless combos. Play as a swordsman in white, link sword skills, launch enemies, and overwhelm bosses through aggressive rhythm. Defense is only a fallback while you learn.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.6%, Boss Rush 15.9% ★, Hand-drawn 15.9%, Souls-like 14.3%, Action 11.2%
A colorful action platformer with metroidvania elements and a staff that unlocks unique combat techniques and new ways to overcome obstacles. Explore beautiful worlds, fight monsters, and help Mako stop the amber storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.1%, Difficult 16.3%, Souls-like 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 9.7%
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 35.1%, Metroidvania 30.5%, Difficult 14.4%, Action 8.1%, Indie 5.9%
In this challenging, fast-paced roguelite, every death is a unique chance to rewrite fate, save Persia or die trying. Master fluid, acrobatic combat and parkour as you explore your kingdom to right your wrongs!
Why similar: Platformer 28.1%, Souls-like 27.9%, Action 18.9%, Atmospheric 13%, Hand-drawn 7.3%
The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.
Why similar: Boss Rush 63.8% ★, Difficult 18.2%, Action 6.4%, Atmospheric 5.7%, Indie 3.9%
DarkMaus is an indie action RPG with challenging, skill-based combat that punishes careless play.
Why similar: Souls-like 81.8%, Difficult 9.9%, Action 4.9%, Indie 3.4%
Rogue Samurai is an intense roguelite action game where you fight relentless waves of enemies as a legendary samurai. Master your skills, unlock powerful abilities, and face epic boss battles in a quest for survival.
Why similar: Samurai 88.1% ★, Action 9.2%, Singleplayer 2.6%
Bittersweet Birthday is a boss fight-only action adventure where every encounter is a unique and emotional showdown. Explore a colorful world full of endearing characters, uncover your memories, and battle your way through challenges that push skill, timing, and determination to their limits.
Why similar: Boss Rush 54.8% ★, Souls-like 21.6%, Difficult 12.8%, Combat 6.1%, 2D 3.2%
Master tactical sword fighting combat, or discover ways to avoid bloodshed. A journey that trusts you from beginning to end.
Why similar: Action 20.9%, Difficult 16.3%, Platformer 13.1%, Atmospheric 11.1%, Adventure 10.4%
Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.6%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Mythology 15.3%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Platformer 7.8%
Unsouled is a 2D action RPG game requiring immense elaborate control. Take a break from repetitive attack and dodge action by challenging yourself with the world of Unsouled.
Why similar: Souls-like 34.8%, Difficult 26.9%, Stylized 8.9%, Action 8.3%, Combat 7.6%
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: Souls-like 31.7%, Metroidvania 30.6%, Difficult 13.4%, Platformer 8.5%, Action 5.5%
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: Boss Rush 40.1% ★, Souls-like 26.8%, Difficult 17.9%, Action 5%, Indie 4.2%
The universe wants you dead. Take on the ten great spirits of the universe in this intense boss fighting challenge!
Why similar: Boss Rush 38% ★, Difficult 21.4%, Souls-like 14.5%, Action 13.4%, Indie 8.6%
Agent in Depth is a daring action-platformer featuring fast-paced action and instant-death combat. You’ll run, jump, aim, and deflect bullets with your katana to blow up your enemies. No checkpoints, no upgrades: just pure skills. Deflect, die, learn, repeat. Be better, be faster.
Why similar: Difficult 42%, 2D Platformer 28.5%, Action 15.3%, Indie 9.5%, Singleplayer 4.8%
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 29%, Souls-like 24.7%, Difficult 17.1%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Platformer 10.4%
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 34.8%, Souls-like 31.4%, Difficult 12.5%, Platformer 7.2%, Action 4.4%
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: Souls-like 28.2%, Metroidvania 27%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Action 9.3%, Platformer 8%
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: Souls-like 23.2%, Metroidvania 23.2%, Difficult 17.4%, Platformer 10.7%, Hand-drawn 9%
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: Souls-like 26.8%, Metroidvania 25.4%, Platformer 11.9%, Difficult 10.3%, Action 7%
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 39.5%, Difficult 18.3%, Souls-like 12.4%, Combat 8.6%, Action 8.4%
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 23.1%, Souls-like 16.7%, Difficult 13.5%, Platformer 10.1%, Hand-drawn 8.1%
A village in peril. A samurai reanimated. An Oni advancing. Fight an army of undead warriors and Japanese monsters as a human, a Kodama, and a cat in this 2D stop-motion action adventure.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.8%, Mythology 22.3%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Combat 9.5%, Action 7.7%
Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.
Why similar: Difficult 35.2%, Souls-like 32.5%, Action 11.8%, Indie 6.9%, Adventure 5.2%
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 23.8%, Souls-like 22%, Difficult 15.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Action 8.9%
An intense and challenging boss battle in an abstract horror world.
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 21%, Action 18.1%, Difficult 17.1%, Indie 12.7%, Platformer 11%
A hardcore, 2D action-platformer where only precision can keep you from death.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.2%, Mythology 17.1%, 2D Platformer 16%, Platformer 15%, Hand-drawn 13.4%
Slay hordes of enemies and fight mythical bosses in this challenging action roguelike. In a desperate fight for survival you must perform rituals, buildcraft and learn from every misstep to become stronger. Use unique abilities and powerful artifacts to beat every trial in the world of Kalevala!
Why similar: Mythology 45.8%, Difficult 22.2%, Action 11.6%, Atmospheric 8.3%, 2D 5.4%
Magenta Horizon is a fast-paced 2D action platformer with challenging spectacle fighter inspired combat. Playing as a Reaper of the twisted purgatorial afterlife, push your skills to the limit to destroy the hordes of demons and epic bosses to reach your destination.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.8%, Difficult 18.6%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 12.1%, Stylized 10.6%
Koboo is a fast paced action rogue-lite platformer where you battle against towering hunters as a small tree spirit by attacking their weak points. Forge powerful synergies, explore the Ancient Forest's branching paths, fish, catch bugs and garden to rebuild your home!
Why similar: Souls-like 23%, Perma Death 17.9%, Difficult 16.2%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 10%
False Hero is a fast-paced soulslike adventure where you steal your enemies’ attacks and chain them into deadly combos. Explore the corrupted Land of the Gods and put your combat skills to the true test in challenging boss fights. Will you fight for the Gods or become an apostle of Death?
Why similar: Souls-like 36.9%, Difficult 26.5%, Combat 11.2%, Action 9.5%, Atmospheric 8.2%
Master your combat techniques and explore a magic world in this combat - focused metroidvania. Help the unreliable narrator complete his story which changes depending on the player's actions.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.9%, Metroidvania 25.4%, Difficult 19.5%, Combat 9%, Action 6.5%
"Weird RPG" is a highly difficult and fast-paced action RPG game focusing on boss battle,
Why similar: Souls-like 54.5%, Action 22.2%, Combat 11.4%, Adventure 6.6%, Singleplayer 5.4%
Rogue Blight is a difficult rogue-lite with focus on souls-like combat, featuring a Slay The Spire-inspired map system. Fight your way through ever-changing maps. Customize your playstyle based on what you find. Death is punishing. Only skill and persistence will carry you forward.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.4%, Perma Death 23.8%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Combat 8.6%, Action 7.5%
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: Souls-like 21.2%, Metroidvania 19.5%, Difficult 15.9%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 9.6%
Test your limits against a brutal and mysterious world as Parvus, a curious warrior with a heavy burden. Raise your spear and cast ancient spells as you battle hostile creatures and towering bosses in procedurally-generated 2D landscapes. Answer the call. Break the cycle. Change your destiny.
Why similar: Souls-like 35.1%, Action 20.2%, Platformer 19.2%, Indie 14.2%, Adventure 11.2%
