- #1 VELASTER
97% matchVery Positive87% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: ODYSSEYER
Windows
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 19.5%, Souls-like 19.2%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Gothic 9.1% ★, 2.5D 8.6%
- #2 Mendacium
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Souls-like 22.8%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, 2.5D 7.6%, Dark Fantasy 7%
- #3 The Legend of Azarias Rebirth
96% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Michael Richard Lannon
Windows
Embark on a thrilling journey as the Angel Raphael in this action packed 3D first-person dungeon crawler. Conquer 24 unique floors, battle menacing demons, and undertake challenging side quests to amass power to save the girl Sarah.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.4%, Metroidvania 16.1%, Lovecraftian 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%
- #4 Elysian Echoes
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grinding Crow
Windows
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 21.4%, Hand-drawn 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, Side Scroller 8.4%
- #5 The Golden Eyed Ghosts
94% matchMixed57% of 42 reviews2023
Dev: Syphono4Pub: indie.io
Windows
The Golden Eyed Ghosts is a dark fantasy soulslike heavily influenced by the legacy of Zelda adventures, set in the crumbling kingdom of Andromeda. As exiled warrior Orion, search for a way to restore his memories and unravel a terrifying conspiracy.
Why similar: Lovecraftian 19.9%, Souls-like 18.5%, Metroidvania 17.6%, Gothic 13% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.1%
- #6 Rot In A Porcelain Dream
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yamo Studios
Windows
Rot is a 2.5D tag-team action adventure that combines exploration and fighting game mechanics. Explore a dying, dark fantasy world warped by powerful personas known as beacons. Fight, survive, save your home, and watch as the world around is changed as the powers of the beacons strengthen or weaken.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.8%, Souls-like 17.1%, Gothic 9.3% ★, Action RPG 9.2%, 2.5D 8.6%
- #7 Endless Night Sonata
93% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Sweeping Avalanche Creations
Windows
Endless Night Sonata is a hand drawn metroidvania with classic style animation. Follow the quest of Nicodemos in the "Worlds-in-middle", an unforgiving and dangerous land controlled by demonic forces on a epic mission to find his purpose...
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 26%, Gothic 16.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Hand-drawn 10.7%
- #8 Well Dweller
91% 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 25.3%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, Gothic 9.3% ★, Horror 8.6%
- #9 Darxanadon
92% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.5%, Metroidvania 23.5%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Action RPG 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #10 The Lubs 2: Straw Hats
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Meerkat Gameworks
Windows
The Lubs 2 : Straw Hats is a 2D action platformer game with RPG factors. Answer the Holy Council's call and fight against Krilton rebellion! The Straw Hats must be paid of their debt and Yunlingen must be in peace again!
Why similar: Souls-like 16.3%, Metroidvania 16.1%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, 2.5D 8.2%
- #11 The Lost Key
90% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
Dev: AmmashDev
Windows
You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Souls-like 20.5%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #12 The Witch Blade
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SergS WorkshopPub: Rokyte Publishing
Windows
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.3%, Metroidvania 22%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Action RPG 6.2%
- #13 Midpoint
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frandy
Windows
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.9%, Metroidvania 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Side Scroller 10%, Action RPG 7.7%
- #14 Last Night of Winter
89% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
Wake up and walk, Warden! Because the siege continues. We must find the Heir... And finally put an end to this cursed night.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.6%, Metroidvania 22.5%, Dungeon Crawler 12.1%, Action RPG 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #15 Candle Knight
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 48 reviews2023
Dev: Dracma Studios
Windows
Never let your light go out. Wield a powerful flame, overcome menacing creatures and explore the shadows of a ruined castle in this compelling 2.5D action adventure platformer which features a unique dynamic difficulty system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Gothic 13.7% ★, Souls-like 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, 2.5D 8.7%
- #16 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
85% matchVery Positive92% of 240 reviews2025
Dev: Volk TeamPub: Progamefactoryllc
Windows
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 23.6%, Side Scroller 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 6.9%
- #17 HunterX
86% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 25.1%, Souls-like 25.1%, Action RPG 10.6%, 2.5D 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.9%
- #18 My Beautiful Winter
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Havanna Directive
Windows
A sci-fi survival action RPG focused on tactical real-time combat, elemental weaknesses, weapon upgrades, and constant resource pressure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.3%, Souls-like 18.8%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%, Action RPG 10.2%, Hand-drawn 7.7%
- #19 Twilight Monk
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 360 reviews2025
Dev: Aquatic Moon GamesPub: GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd.
Windows
Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.4%, Souls-like 16.3%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2.5D 8.4%, Hand-drawn 8%
- #20 The Song of Awakening
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Noeski LLC
Windows · Mac
The Song of Awakening is a 2D action-platformer where you play as a bard with the power to create magic through music. Explore a world once ruled by the Lyramancers, wielders of music-magic, who were extinguished by a mad king. Defeat the malevolent god of silence and restore harmony to the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 24.9%, Action RPG 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, 2D Platformer 6.3%
- #21 Obsidian Legion
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Palisade Games
Windows
Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.2%, Metroidvania 27.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9%, 2D Platformer 6.9%
- #22 Annihilation: Sola Fide 湮灭圣礼
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aerial GamePub: 雾势游戏
Windows
你所扮演的“圣职者”被指派前往被灾难湮灭后的国度调查 那充满谎言和诡异氛围的冒险故事就此拉开序幕 《Annihilation: Sola Fide湮灭圣礼》是一款2D横板类魂游戏,探索悲凉诡异国度的同时,也同时探索时间背后的真相吧。
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Souls-like 21.6%, Lovecraftian 14.4%, Action RPG 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #23 Runic Curse Remastered
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Souls-like 27.8%, RPG 6.7%, Side Scroller 6.6%, Action RPG 6.5%
- #24 Elderand
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 787 reviews2023
Dev: MantraPub: Graffiti Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 20%, Lovecraftian 19.9%, Gothic 15% ★, Side Scroller 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
- #25 DEVIATOR
80% matchMixed68% of 994 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 26.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10%, Hand-drawn 9.3%
- #26 Lillusion
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: The Night Owls
Windows
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 24.5%, Action RPG 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%
- #27 Catastrophe
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Strange Monkey Studios
Windows
Catastrophe is survival horror dungeon crawler. Try not to get lost in the labyrinth as you choose to slay the dungeon's inhabitants or sneak past as many as you can.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.4%, Metroidvania 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Action RPG 9.8%
- #28 Blood of Yamin
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quintillion Games
Windows
Blood of Yamin is a stylish metroidvania RPG where you can forge your own playstyle. Powered by the essence of a dead god, explore a gorgeous 2D world on the cusp of the industrial revolution, conquer powerful foes, and confront the unknown horrors lurking beneath the surface.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.8%, Metroidvania 21.5%, Action RPG 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, 2D Platformer 8.6%
- #29 Fragments of the Afterlife
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Detreus Studios
Windows
As a horror-based RPG, Fragments utilizes a dynamic camera system as well as breathtaking stylized graphics to enhance the fast-paced combat to the in-depth lore. Traverse four unique domains defeating the lost to grow stronger, learn skills and save the afterlife.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Lovecraftian 26.5%, Action RPG 12.4%, Horror 10%, RPG 6.5%
- #30 Tails of Fate
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chase the Bunny
Windows · Linux
Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 21.5%, Action RPG 10.2%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
- #31 Tearscape
75% matchVery Positive92% of 293 reviews2026
Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
Windows · Mac · Linux
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.7%, Metroidvania 21.7%, Gothic 17.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Action RPG 8.8%
- #32 A Handful of Dust
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BVS Studios
Windows
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Souls-like 19.5%, Action RPG 10.6%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #33 Source of Madness
78% matchMixed69% of 1,544 reviews2022
Dev: Carry CastlePub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Source of Madness is a side-scrolling dark action roguelite set in a twisted Lovecraftian inspired world powered by procedural generation and AI machine learning. Take on the role of a new Acolyte as they embark on a nightmarish odyssey.
Why similar: Lovecraftian 26.2%, Souls-like 19.2%, Metroidvania 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Action RPG 7.7%
- #34 Crowsworn
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 23.8%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Hand-drawn 8%
- #35 Power (of) Metal
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 23.8%, Action RPG 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #36 Briar Flame
73% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: HappyDoodz Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 28.4%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Stylized 7.5%, 2D Platformer 7.2%
- #37 Zenith
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nocturnia Studios
Windows
Step into a dark and decaying world with Zenith, an Action RPG that blends intense combat, deep exploration, and an immersive atmosphere. Explore ruined cathedrals and gothic landscapes filled with secrets, facing relentless enemies that will challenge your skill and strategy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Souls-like 27%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Action RPG 6.9%
- #38 Lamp Chronicle
76% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Pixellica Corp.
Windows
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.2%, Metroidvania 22.8%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%
- #39 GRIME
74% matchVery Positive85% of 6,541 reviews2021
Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 24.1%, Metroidvania 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, 2.5D 9.9%, Side Scroller 8%
- #40 HunterX: code name T
73% matchVery Positive87% of 157 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 23.7%, Action RPG 11.3%, 2.5D 9.6%, Side Scroller 8.9%
- #41 Crown Of Blight
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nyammkatan
Windows
Crown of Blight is a dynamic top-down 3D metroidvania. As an elite Hunter of the Church, descend into cursed dungeons to find the source of the Blight. Annihilate hordes of enemies, unlock new paths, and uncover the grim truth hidden in the depths.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 21.7%, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%, RPG 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 9%
- #42 Vapor World: Over The Mind
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ALIVE Inc.
Windows · Linux
Lost in darkness, a boy drawn into a twisted dream, no way out. Vapor World is a narrative-driven souls-like platformer focused on deflection combat set in atmospheric world of dream. Descend within shattered mind seeking lost memories. Face dark, beautiful world born of anguish and regret.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.8%, Metroidvania 20.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Action RPG 7.8%
- #43 The Dark Heart of Balor
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2026
Dev: Game Artists, LLC
Windows
Archdemon Balor has opened the Gate of Hell into the human realm and hordes of demons and monsters have flooded into your world destroying everything in their path. You must protect those who are still alive and ultimately destroy Balor to close the Gate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Dungeon Crawler 12%, Side Scroller 10.4%, 2.5D 10.2%, Gothic 10% ★
- #44 Rise Achlys
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Good Game Design Folks
Windows
Rise Achlys is a brutal gothic soulsvania and rogue-lite inspired by Castlevania. The story-driven game features a vampire protagonist and iconic characters like Dracula and Frankenstein, with time travel and fantasy themes.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.3%, Metroidvania 23.2%, Gothic 11.7% ★, Action RPG 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.7%
- #45 Morbid: The Seven Acolytes
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,480 reviews2020
Dev: Still RunningPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 33.3%, Lovecraftian 31.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Action RPG 7.7%, RPG 5.6%
- #46 The Darkblade
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: MikalyhPub: Lyh Project
Windows
The Darkblade is a souls-like 2D singleplayer RPG where you battle through cursed lands, master deadly combat, and uncover the truth behind a mysterious stone core—all while adventuring with a loyal, cute companion by your side.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.7%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Action RPG 11%, Side Scroller 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
- #47 Skautfold: Shrouded in Sanity
73% matchVery Positive81% of 527 reviews2016
Dev: Steve GalPub: Pugware
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Discover the secrets of the estate, as you look for answers among the violent inhabitants. A strange and repelling madness took hold of the servants roaming the halls, and they will attack on sight, for their madness is one rooted in a deeper understanding of cosmic insignificance.
Why similar: Souls-like 39.1%, Lovecraftian 24.6%, Gothic 9% ★, Dark Fantasy 6.6%, RPG 5.9%
- #48 Eden's Guardian
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Voragine Game Studio
Windows
Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.7%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Side Scroller 10.8%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
- #49 Undivine
68% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2025
Dev: WendeooPub: Deadpix Studios
Windows
A dark metroidvania with RPG elements, "Undivine" challenges you to explore, battle, and uncover secrets in a desolate, interconnected world. Customize your abilities, wield unique weapons, and delve into deep lore filled with mystery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 24.3%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Medieval 8.7%
- #50 REVENGE CRYSTAL
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SAMx003 Games
Windows
Awaken in a fallen knight’s body, kept alive by a mysterious living crystal. REVENGE CRYSTAL combines top-down Soulslike combat with exploration across a ruined world of interconnected paths and elemental magic. You are not the knight—you are the will driving him.
Why similar: Souls-like 32.2%, Metroidvania 26.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Action RPG 12.5%, RPG 4.8%
- #51 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
71% matchVery Positive81% of 5,518 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 43.3%, Metroidvania 26.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, RPG 5.4%, Action RPG 4.8%
- #52 Cherubim: Heaven's Blade
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kamishibai Interactive
Windows
A holy knight confronts corruption within a necropolis mega-structure in a souls-like dark sci-fi ARPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 32.6%, Metroidvania 26.2%, Action RPG 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%, RPG 7.1%
- #53 Last Vanguard
67% matchVery Positive85% of 93 reviews2025
Dev: Cool Tapir Studios
Windows
Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 23.9%, Dungeon Crawler 12.7%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Action RPG 8.9%
- #54 Skelethrone: The Prey
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 444 reviews2024
Dev: 70`StrikePub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 1.5 hrs≥1hr: 30%
This game is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls. Skelethrone: The Prey is a free prequel to the main game, setting the stage for the events that will unfold throughout Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona campaign.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 23.7%, Gothic 14.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Side Scroller 10.2%
- #55 THE DARK DWELLERS
70% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: COLNELIUS
Windows
In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.3%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Side Scroller 9.2%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
- #56 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 79 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Souls-like 25.2%, Metroidvania 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, 2.5D 8.3%, Action RPG 8.1%
- #57 Blessing Part I
66% matchPositive93% of 42 reviews2025
Dev: MalfunctionGhost
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style action-adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman Lowe who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a great sword and flesh and blood, you will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Action RPG 12.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, RPG 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
- #58 Grim Axiom
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rare Soup
Windows
Enter a dark underground world in this soulslike adventure-horror game where undead monsters lurk around every corner, and uncover the mystery behind the ancient machines operating in its depths.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Gothic 14% ★, Dungeon Crawler 10%, Horror 9.9%
- #59 Slain 2: The Beast Within
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Steel MantisPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
A brutal gothic hack-and-slash where steel and savagery collide. As Prince Akran, wield the sentient blade Bathoryn, embrace your werewolf fury, and battle through a dying world against the forces of Vroll. The quest begins now.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.3%, Gothic 16.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Side Scroller 9.3%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
- #60 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
64% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,494 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: Souls-like 21%, Metroidvania 20%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, 2.5D 10.8%, Side Scroller 9.1%