- #1 Badass Brigade
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Marauder Squad
Windows
Throw a dude at another dude! Badass Brigade is a light-hearted 2D action game where you shoot, punch, grab, and throw your foes. Take on missions where you can explore the world and uncover a wide variety of weapons and gear for new ways to fight.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Platformer 10.6%, Comedy 8.4%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
- #2 Curse of the Draugr Kings
96% 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 22.7%, 1980s 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 10.2%, 1990's 8.5%
- #3 The Adventures of Poppe
96% 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 25.6%, 1980s 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, 1990's 9.7%, Platformer 9.4%
- #4 Garrison
95% 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 29.5%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.9%, 1980s 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #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 37.3%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Platformer 7.6%, Fantasy 7.5%
- #6 Neon Eclipse: Dominium
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Manerfish Games
Windows
“Neon Eclipse: Dominium” is a 2D cyberpunk metroidvania where you play as a ninja fighting against mega-corporations. Choose between 2 heroes, use genetic, cybernetic or traditional abilities. Explore interconnected worlds, unlock skills, produce weapons and face biomechanical bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, 1980s 13%, Platformer 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #7 Bread Adventure
93% 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 34.8%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #8 B.I.O.T.A.
92% matchVery Positive88% of 262 reviews2022
Dev: small brosPub: Retrovibe
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Intense 2D action-platformer set in a mining colony infected by an alien plague. In B.I.O.T.A. you can choose your hero, fight gruesome monsters, and customize your 8-bit retro experience with swappable 4-color palettes.
Why similar: Mechs 23.2% ★, Metroidvania 18.4%, 1980s 11.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
- #9 L'intrépide, le futur de l'imparfait
91% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: Alexis HernandezPub: Artificial Captain
Windows
L'intrépide is a classic action/plateformer solo game with a touch of stupid humor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Post-apocalyptic 11.6%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Comedy 9.3%
- #10 Havoc Fox
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Havoc Studios
Windows
Take control of a sword-wielding fox and a dragon/owl duo to fight your way through the fantasy kingdom of Vanalia and stop its tyrant monarch! Havoc Fox is a combat-based action platformer featuring an unlikely partnership tasked with saving their home from its own corrupted protectors.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10%, Anime 9.5%
- #11 Croakspire
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lotus Wave Arcade
Windows · Linux
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 35.9%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Platformer 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #12 Slacker Dungeon
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Deleted Layer
Windows
The Slacker Dungeon is a is a 2D side-scrolling metroidvania action game. You have to play as a guy who found an enchanted intelligent sword and went on an adventure in search of wealth and an easy life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Platformer 12.9%, Anime 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Comedy 9.7%
- #13 Shadow King
88% 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 33.3%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Platformer 7.2%
- #14 Delta Zero
89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Tyler M Richardson
Windows
A fast-paced action platformer with non-linear world progression and level design! Challenging gameplay with 3 difficulty modes, 2 playable characters and local co-op! Fight bosses in any order and experience the world change with each victory, enemies become harder, faster and smarter!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Mechs 22% ★, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 11.7%, 1990's 10.6%
- #15 Ned: Iron Outlaw
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brewed Engagement Extended Reality Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Blast your way through hordes of enemies in Ned! An action-packed adventure platformer set in the rich history of the Aussie outback.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Alternate History 13.8%, Platformer 13.3%, Post-apocalyptic 12.6%, Action 7.1%
- #16 The Ramsey
86% 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 26.3%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, 1990's 8%
- #17 Solaris: Good Harvest
86% 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 24.8%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 12%, Action 7.9%
- #18 EXIL
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mystic Clockwork Studio
Windows
A Mystical Anime-Inspired Metroidvania. Embark on an adventure through a mystical world full of magical creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Post-apocalyptic 17.8%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Combat 7.2%
- #19 Gastova: The Witches of Arkana
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 77 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 25.1%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 11%, Anime 8.7%, Comedy 8.7%
- #20 Beholgar
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 395 reviews2022
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, 1980s 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
- #21 Ninja Brigade feat. Jonah Weingarten
83% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2025
Dev: Impawsible Games
Windows
A fast-paced pixel art metroidvania, where the musician Jonah Weingarten is drawn to feudal Japan via an arcade station. Once there, he must face vicious yokai hordes and beat the game to return to his own era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, 1990's 8.5%
- #22 Dexter Stardust: Odyssey in Outer Space
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dexter Team Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
An SNES-Inspired, platforming, sci-fi adventure. It's like playing a Saturday Morning Cartoon!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 12.4%, 1990's 10.6%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
- #23 Star Iliad
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cape Cosmic
Windows · Mac
Dive into the guts with Star Iliad, a retro-future action adventure game. Play as Blythe Braves, a star ranger stranded within the labyrinthine organs of the mythical Star Whale. Fight fearsome foes, sling spells and bullets, and befriend a charming set of castaways in your quest to escape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Anime 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10%, Comedy 8.2%
- #24 Slug Gear
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Slumberry
Windows
Slug Gear is an action-packed Metroidvania within a universe of insect-human hybrids. Collect unique trinkets, fight powerful bosses and discover the lost lore of the world!
Why similar: Mechs 27% ★, Metroidvania 22.7%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 8%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #25 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
81% 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 26%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Action 7.9%
- #26 Janosik 2: Prologue
79% matchVery Positive100% of 50 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 27.4%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Comedy 8.5%
- #27 Guns of Fury
78% matchVery Positive89% of 995 reviews2025
Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Mechs 17.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #28 Tres-Bashers
79% matchVery Positive96% of 199 reviews2021
Dev: ondydev
Windows
Tres-Bashers is a 2D monster-bashing adventure featuring a big interconnected map full of cryptids, secrets, and more! Find 40 different monster types and whack 'em with your baseball bat!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, 1980s 10.9%, 2D Platformer 9%, Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #29 Horde of Viscount
77% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: Swiggins Studios
Windows
A metroidvania with: Both arcade and exploration areas - Use finite subweapons for advanced movement - Difficulty from casual up to souls-bourne-ring - Customize with equipment - Build your Town - Complete Quests - Having trouble on a stage? There are infinite lives; no game overs here!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Post-apocalyptic 13.8%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 11%, 1980s 7.8%
- #30 Urizen Frosty Plus The New Warriors
80% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Red Moon Studio
Windows
Stretch across lands of unforeseeable cold, and trouble in Urizen Shadows of the Cold Deluxe Frosty Edition which includes a massive 54 warrior, 69 stage "head bopping", sword slashing lineup with characters raging from beasts, ogres, ninjas, knights, aliens, sorcerers, mermaids and demons.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, 1990's 12.4%, Platformer 10.9%, 1980s 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #31 Astalon: Tears of the Earth
78% matchVery Positive90% of 1,573 reviews2021
Dev: LABS WorksPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Post-apocalyptic 16.8%, 1980s 10.8%, 2D Platformer 8%, Platformer 7.9%
- #32 Overbowed
77% matchVery Positive92% of 94 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 36.9%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Fantasy 5.9%
- #33 RELICTUM
76% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: Triple I
Windows
Become the Messenger of God and descend into the endless abyss to defeat powerful enemies and bosses while fulfilling the divine command in this 2D Metroidvania action adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Platformer 8.7%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #34 Night Castle
74% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2025
Dev: LHCB
Windows
A retro-inspired Metroidvania set in a gothic fantasy castle.Your time is limited: conquer the castle within 30 days, or darkness will consume everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, 1980s 17.5%, Platformer 13.3%, 1990's 12.2%, 2D Platformer 5.6%
- #35 RE∀IVE(REVIVE)
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: RHYSOMO
Windows · Mac
RE∀IVE is a 2D action metroidvania set on the war-torn artificial island of Atrificia. Switch between a former soldier and his damaged AI companion, Lily, unlock new abilities, and uncover the city’s hidden truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #36 Cloud Seeker
75% 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 25.9%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Action 6.4%
- #37 DEITY SOULS Plus
76% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: squarePILLOWgames
Windows
DEITY SOULS Plus is an 8-Bit Action-Adventure with lite metroidvania elements. Level up found weapons. Find spells. Defeat Deities. Summon Deities. 9 playable characters. Old-school difficulty with an adult gaming twist! 18+
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, 1980s 10.3%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 9.6%, 1990's 8%
- #38 Wonky Works!
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ondydev
Windows · Mac
Unite the FELLAS and fight for FREEDOM!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, 2D Platformer 10%, Platformer 9.7%, Comedy 8.6%
- #39 Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening
72% matchMostly Positive80% of 144 reviews2025
Dev: Magic PocketsPub: Microids
Windows
Play as Cobra, the space pirate, in an action platformer. Along with Lady Armaroid, your loyal partner, and equipped with your iconic Psychogun, you must solve a mystery that could threaten the entire universe.
Why similar: Mechs 24.8% ★, Metroidvania 23%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #40 Tac-Tums: DreamQuest
73% 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 33.6%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, 1990's 7.2%
- #41 The Smoke
73% 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 26.8%, Platformer 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Anime 9.1%
- #42 Janosik
73% matchVery Positive94% of 689 reviews2020
Dev: Onix GamesPub: Retrovibe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Challenging retro pixel graphics action-platformer. Become a legendary rogue Janosik and explore the big mountain castle level full of secrets. Available for FREE!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, 1980s 13.1%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, 1990's 9.9%
- #43 Golden Knight
71% matchPositive92% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: Guara Studios
Windows
Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Fantasy 7%
- #44 FrogeON
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JofraDev
Windows
A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Colorful 7.9%
- #45 LarsGadiel
69% matchPositive83% of 41 reviews2026
Dev: Diabolical Mind
Windows
LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie, a game originally created for Nintendo's 8-bit console that was never released (at least for now), but is now coming to Steam. It's a classic Metroidvania, featuring the original maps and design from that era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, 1980s 10.3%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #46 Chibits
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PhatRobit
Windows · Mac
Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Post-apocalyptic 14.5%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%
- #47 The Blue Pommel: Katsuo's Quest
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jsr Games
Windows
An open-world platform RPG where you take on the role of Katsuo in a quest to save his beloved, Sayuri. The game features various mechanics such as jumping, wall climbing, a wide array of combat weapons, trading with NPCs, experience progression, and stat development.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Platformer 12.2%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #48 Sunken Sky
69% matchPositive93% of 14 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 35.8%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Anime 11.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #49 BeforeDisaster
70% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: SourGrapeGames
Windows
《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Combat 10.6%, Fantasy 9.4%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #50 BLOOD ENGINE 血焰引擎
70% matchNo user reviews2030
Dev: BEAR GIANT
Windows
《BLOOD ENGINE》是一款Metroidvania类的横板ACT游戏。我们在平台跳跃和动作游戏的基础上尝试融入我们设计的“瞬杀”系统。尝试增幅击败敌人时带给玩家的打击感和爽快感。玩家需要随时面临由怪物,机关组成的各种各样的危机,并灵活做出反应,化解危机,击败敌人。
Why similar: Mechs 23.2% ★, Metroidvania 22.4%, Post-apocalyptic 12.7%, 2D Platformer 10%, Platformer 9.2%
- #51 Piko Piko
70% matchMixed60% of 135 reviews2022
Dev: MarquetPub: KOMODO
Windows
Take control of Piko, our hammer wielding heroine, as you bash things up with a big hammer in this cute Anime-styled 2D metroidvania-inspired adventure! Uncover mysteries! Beat the bad guys who do naughty things! Explore the Piko Piko world with her floof fox friend!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 11.1%, Comedy 8.9%, Anime 8.1%
- #52 Citadel Knight
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fayvit
Windows
A challenging action game where you explore a dark kingdom, face brutal creatures, and uncover hidden secrets. Fight with strategy, discover powerful relics, and navigate treacherous dungeons as you unravel the mysteries of the Citadel.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Combat 9.4%
- #53 City of None
68% 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 30.9%, 2D Platformer 16%, Platformer 15.6%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #54 Super Roboy
67% matchVery Positive93% of 142 reviews2025
Dev: Vincent PenningPub: VP Games
Windows
Delve into the world of Super Roboy, a hand-drawn Metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic setting! Learn enemy skills, explore an interconnected world, battle mutants and robots, and uncover the emotional story of a young robot searching for his father.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, 1980s 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 9.7%
- #55 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
68% 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 33.1%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Fantasy 8.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #56 Stickman's Bad Luck
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: TingThing
Windows
Enter the world of a stick man named Stickman who, reluctantly compelled by the winds of destiny, must save the land from an evil stick man named Evil Stickman! Stickman's Bad Luck is a story-rich 2D Metroidvania Platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 9.2%, Comedy 8.5%, 1990's 7.2%
- #57 Sanae Toumaden X2
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: Touhou neko mini
Windows
A mega X Touhou fangame with no X again.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Anime 12.4%, Platformer 11.2%, 1990's 9.1%
- #58 Spirit Fusion
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Adventure 7.4%
- #59 ROCKETRON
67% matchVery Positive83% of 82 reviews2020
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Fly through the sky! Rain down fire on the enemy forces from above! Enjoy solid combat and simple non-linear exploration in this high flying side-scrolling action shooter!
Why similar: Mechs 27.8% ★, Metroidvania 24%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, Platformer 9.8%, 2D Platformer 6.5%
- #60 The Rift Between Us
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Four Eyes Productions
Windows
Jordan must traverse an apocalyptic world to find his love, Ember. Knowing not what fate has befallen her, Jordan will fight across any number of miles and confront any monstrosity the looming rift throws his way...
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Post-apocalyptic 20.2%, Anime 11.8%, Platformer 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.7%