- #1 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Action 8.7%
- #2 City of None
96% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Noel & Liam BerryPub: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows · Linux
A metropolis crumbles into ruin as powerful Barons satisfy their greed upon souls lost in time. You are but one spirit, with a wooden body left to rot in the wild…
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 15.2%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Adventure 6.2%
- #3 Transiruby
96% matchVery Positive92% of 307 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Platformer 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #4 Shadow King
95% matchPositive92% of 38 reviews2023
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Platformer 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #5 Maelstrom
94% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #6 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
94% matchVery Positive90% of 1,804 reviews2023
Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Anime 10.7%, Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #7 The Smoke
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vino VenitasPub: Eternally Forward Games
Windows
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Anime 8.1%
- #8 Janosik 2: Prologue
92% matchPositive100% of 48 reviews2024
Dev: Onix GamesPub: Retrovibe
Windows · Linux
Pick up the mantle of the plucky maiden getting ready for her date night that is unceremoniously interrupted by the dastardly duo of Countess Bathory and Baron de Blonde in this prologue to the colourful Janosik 2 retro action-platformer…
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Action 6%
- #9 Bread Adventure
91% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #10 Cloud Seeker
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagniFish Studios
Windows
Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Platformer 16%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Action 7.6%
- #11 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
90% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: SpoonweaverPub: Spoonweaver Studios
Windows
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #12 The Adventures of Poppe
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Old School 7.8%
- #13 A Dream of Burning Sand
89% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Eldwood
Windows · Linux
Two girls travelling through the desert, fighting monsters and solving puzzles. An action-adventure exploration-based platformer game with lots of sidequests and more secrets than you will ever find.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Action 6.7%
- #14 Goo Keeper
88% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Oria Games Inc.
Windows
Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Old School 8.1%
- #15 Tac-Tums: DreamQuest
87% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Carlos Sánchez Valenciano
Windows
Tac-Tums: DreamQuest is a cozy but challenging pixel art action-platformer. A young boy enters his dreams to rescue his Yaya. Explore magical worlds inspired by Venezuela, overcome enemies, puzzles, and platforming challenges, discover new powers as you advance through this retro adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Cute 5.4%
- #16 Sunken Sky
86% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: Codenightly
Windows · Linux
Welcome to the world of Sunken Sky and get ready for an epic action adventure through a vast open world. No place is beyond your reach - from the tallest mountains to the very minds of others. Battle bizarre creatures and befriend even stranger people. All in a detailed, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Anime 10%, Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #17 Little Beast in the Big Maze
86% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Castle Teeth Games LLC
Windows · Linux
A fantastical, atmospheric Metroidvania platformer where you jump, fight, and expand your abilities to escape your exile and confront the beastly Queen who banished you. But will this fairy-tale end with you becoming a hero, or a beast?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Old School 5.2%
- #18 The Ramsey
85% matchVery Positive91% of 69 reviews2023
Dev: IKINAGAMES
Windows
The Ramsey is a 2D platformer that allows you to play as cute squirrel characters solving puzzles using various weapons. Explore maze-like islands and overcome difficult obstacles with the strongest squirrels in the universe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Action 6.7%
- #19 Spikes&Traps
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Veltrion Studios
Windows
A brutal 2D action platformer filled with deadly spikes, traps and enemies. Master movement, combat and skills to survive. Every level is a new challenge. Do you have what it takes?
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Hack and Slash 5.9%
- #20 Gastova: The Witches of Arkana
83% matchMostly Positive75% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: MechWolf Productions
Windows
Gastova is a lighthearted 2D platform adventure game. As the Guardian Witch of Arkana, Gastova must keep the balance of magic, solve a mystery involving the elemental fount guardians, discover hidden truths, and protect the future of her world from ominous forces before it's too late...
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Platformer 12.2%, 2D Platformer 12%, Anime 8.3%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #21 Keena The Voidslayer
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crowning Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2-D action adventure platformer where you can absorb and manipulate things with your friend Moku. You can use different abilities to explore and interact with the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Cute 6.3%
- #22 Fateless Night
82% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: ashpdewan
Windows
Fateless Night - is a 2D action-platformer with randomized enemies and a combo system that rewards skilled playthrough.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 17.2%, Metroidvania 10%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #23 Overbowed
82% matchVery Positive91% of 93 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Action-Adventure 6.4%
- #24 The Curse Of Eira
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ElenaWare
Windows
Wynn has traveled to this dying Kingdom of Alara because she heard a powerful Wizard has taken in her twin sister Eira. Explore the world that has been subjected by the Wizard and his five apprentices and discover enough power ups to find and kill Eira
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Platformer 16.9%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action 10.6%, Adventure 9.7%
- #25 Solaris: Good Harvest
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moving Pixels
Windows
A humble farmer sets out to rescue his chicken from monstrous abductors. Punch, slash, and parkour your way through elemental-infused chaos in this fast-paced 2D action-platformer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Action 10.1%
- #26 Tiny Turnip DX
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Luke Sanderson
Windows
Help a turnip reach the stars in this award-winning 1-bit metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Cute 6.7%, Old School 6.4%
- #27 Alwa's Legacy
79% matchVery Positive87% of 648 reviews2020
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
- #28 Curse of the Draugr Kings
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: XSKR LLC
Windows
What awaits you in the depths of this ancient tomb? Get ready to explore and discover the secrets of the dungeon of the draugr kings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10%, Old School 6.1%
- #29 Pixtalgia
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixitalia Games
Windows
A hand-crafted action-adventure that pays tribute to the 8-bit golden era. Explore, fight, experience different genres of classic gameplay and grow stronger in a world built one screen at a time by a solo first-time developer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Adventure 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #30 Axiom Verge 2
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 971 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Platformer 13.4%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Action 8.1%
- #31 史莱狗(Slimg)
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cow Studio
Windows
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #32 Bladeforged: The Seventh Sword
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devaholics Desenvolvimento LTDA
Windows
Bladeforged: The Seventh Sword is a fast-paced 2D pixel art Metroidvania. Wield a versatile guardian blade and a high-tech bracelet to execute fluid combo cancels, parry ruthless abstract enemies, and explore the interconnected world of Regis to stop a cosmic multiversal invasion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Platformer 16.7%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Action 10.7%, Adventure 9.7%
- #33 Pipsqueak!
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pond Games PTY LTD
Windows
Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Platformer 14.7%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #34 The Instruments Of Faith: Padua's Destiny
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boss Battle Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Instruments Of Faith Padua's Destiny is an epic apocalyptic 2D pixel Metroidvania fantasy action-adventure video game. Journey through the Universe as Young Padua, one of the 7 Guardian protectors of the Universe, to restore the balance of Good over Evil before it is too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Old School 9.3%, Action 6.7%
- #35 Stoatman
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostum
Windows
Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Platformer 15.2%, 2D Platformer 6.9%, Fantasy 6.5%, Cute 6.5%
- #36 FLARE NUINUI QUEST
73% matchVery Positive93% of 253 reviews2024
Dev: sulpxPub: holo Indie
Windows · Linux
Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!
Why similar: Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Anime 8.3%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Old School 7.8%
- #37 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
73% matchVery Positive95% of 278 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Adventure 7.7%
- #38 PATHFINDER 08
75% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%, Platformer 6%
- #39 Tater Spud
74% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Nate DeHart
Windows
Explore, fight, and platform through a world of deadly plants as a lone potato, Tater Spud, in search of powerups and the answers behind the flora that was once safe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Cute 5.8%
- #40 Trapers Platformer
74% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: molamucho.com
Windows · Linux
Story driven Metroidvania-ish challenging platformer with cute hand-drawn graphics and a focus on exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 13.8%, Cute 6.1%, Action 5.4%
- #41 Battery Samurai
73% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Matthewstone
Windows
Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, 2D Platformer 16%, Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #42 Kaila: The Journey to the Underworld
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Igolito Arts Studios
Windows
Play as Kaila, a young girl determined to rescue her mother from the clutches of Graygar, the Grey Soul. Explore a vast world, uncover secrets, unlock powerful abilities, and face challenging bosses on a journey to the Underworld. Are you ready to defy Death itself?
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #43 Cantirium: God Slayer
72% matchMixed56% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Nekod team
Windows · Mac · Linux
A colorful metroidvania about a catgirl who awakens in a world where the gods have destroyed humanity. Explore the ruins of a fallen civilization, uncover forgotten abilities, and challenge the gods themselves to save a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Platformer 11.8%, Anime 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%
- #44 Croakspire
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lotus Wave Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.8%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Platformer 9.4%, Action 6.4%
- #45 Ghost Trap: Underworld
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WilhelmGStudios
Windows
John Ghost is back with a vengeance in this retro-metroidvania. But this time, he's going to hell. Explore the underworld, face its horrors, and fight to bring peace to the tortured souls of your loved ones.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Action 9.5%
- #46 Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution
69% matchVery Positive85% of 279 reviews2025
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Shantae's adventure comes full circle in this long-lost sequel!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Anime 9%, Platformer 8.2%, Cute 6.6%
- #47 Balloon to the Moon 2
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Prospective Games
Windows
Explore the Moon in this open world 2D platformer with 30 areas. Find all the sacred treasures to please the Moon Princess! Explore the deep caverns of the moon and soar above the clouds. But there is more than what all might seem!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 11%, Anime 8.1%
- #48 Berry
71% matchVery Positive99% of 167 reviews2021
Dev: Robert BorghesePub: KOMODO
Windows
Berry is a short orthogonal 3D platformer about a tiny, blue spider. Gain new abilities, weave through projectiles, collect and purchase a variety of items, and combat various bosses in this tiny metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Platformer 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Action 10.2%
- #49 Little Droid 2: Escape
69% matchPositive97% of 37 reviews2025
Dev: KingStyle
Windows
"Little Droid 2: Escape" is a classic 2D (Metroidvania) side-scrolling pixel art adventure where you need to find a way to escape a mysterious planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Platformer 17.2%, Adventure 7%, 2D Platformer 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #50 Mika's Battle S
70% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
Mika's Battle S is a 2D platform action game based on the story of a warrior who has been commanded to defend Sunshineland territory against the attacks from the enemy soldiers belonging to the Rogho Corporation.
Why similar: Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Anime 12.1%, Cute 6.8%
- #51 Garrison
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WKH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Traverse a broken empire to help the people and learn the truth. Discover items and combine them in new ways to destroy obstacles or enemies as you explore both side-scrolling and top-down perspective areas. Set out on an action/adventure journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Platformer 14.6%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%
- #52 Ariana and the Elder Codex
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 135 reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.5%, Platformer 16.6%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Anime 10.1%
- #53 Axel Quest
68% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: PowerSlash Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Hack and Slash 6.2%
- #54 Jessica's Uncomfortable Hanukkah Adventure
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Dog and Spider Productions
Windows
It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Platformer 14.8%, Action 6.2%, Old School 6.1%
- #55 Dirtlight
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Applava
Windows
Dig through an odd world full of dangerous creatures. Uncover hidden paths and long-buried secrets. Dirtlight is a metroidvania where the journey runs deep, and offers unexpected ways to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 15.5%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9%, Action 7.8%
- #56 Echoes of You
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unlost Pixel
Windows
Sacrifice parts of your own body and mind to gain powers. Survive the abyss, uncover the many ancient secrets it keeps, and find what your soul truly desires.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Platformer 15.8%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Action 10.4%, Adventure 9.5%
- #57 Kodama: Slumber of the Gods
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VP Games
Windows
Kodama is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure set in the world of Japanese folklore. Experience fast-paced platforming, fluid combat, and a mystical journey through a colorful, spirit-filled land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Action 9.3%
- #58 Caesura
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: No Bananas Studio
Windows
Explore caves, forest, and clouds to discover new secrets in the mysterious world of Caesura. A rhythm driven, hand drawn world. Match your jumps and dashes to the beat to solve challenging puzzles that ask you to dance along with the world as it also dances to the beat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Cute 5.9%
- #59 Wattson the Bulb
65% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: DegDeGames
Windows
A metroidvania platformer set in a bizarre world. Master unique abilities and combine them in creative ways to overcome challenges over a hundred hand crafted levels. Speed through to find the fastest route or explore at your own pace to unlock everything — a tough but rewarding adventure awaits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Platformer 19.4%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Action 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #60 Witchcrafty
67% matchMixed57% of 79 reviews2022
Dev: PigeonDev
Windows
Witchcrafty is a metroidvania platformer with magical action gameplay, exploration of a weird world, and adorable pixel art graphics. Help the little witch solve the mystery of strange events in the Kingdom, and defeat enemies with fire, lightning, and ice magic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Cute 5.4%