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ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Anime 9.8%, Hack and Slash 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to the seed game, continuing the narrative and gameplay style established in the first entry.

Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Female Protagonist 17%, Side Scroller 16.9%, RPG 7.6%, Anime 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a very similar 2D side-scrolling action-RPG structure with a strong female lead and beautiful hand-painted art.

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 30.8%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Anime 10%, Hack and Slash 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This expansive 2D metroidvania features a vast, beautiful world and an anime-inspired art style that aligns with the seed game's visual identity.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.3%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, RPG 8.7%, Anime 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive metroidvania experience that features a female protagonist and deep RPG character progression.

Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Anime 11.6%, Nudity 6.3%, Difficult 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Momodora, this title offers a polished, anime-influenced metroidvania experience with a focus on religious and fantasy themes.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Anime 9%, Difficult 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game is a masterclass in 2D side-scrolling action with a dark, atmospheric fantasy world that mirrors the seed game's tone.

A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Anime 13.3%, RPG 9.9%, Cute 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality metroidvania that perfectly captures the classic anime aesthetic and fluid combat found in the seed game.

ICEY is a 2D side-scrolling action game and a META game in disguise. As you follow the narrator's omnipresent voice, you will see through ICEY's eyes and learn the truth about her world. The narrator will constantly urge you in one direction, but you must ask, "Why? Why am I following his directions?“ Obey? Rebel?

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.8%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Anime 14.4%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Metroidvania 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game that combines fluid hack-and-slash combat with a meta-narrative structure.

Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Anime 17.4%, Hack and Slash 9.4%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Female Protagonist 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused metroidvania with a distinct anime art style and a female protagonist facing challenging combat encounters.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Side Scroller 19%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Anime 9.5%, Difficult 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, stylish metroidvania with a female protagonist that emphasizes precise movement and combat mechanics.

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Metroidvania 57.5%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Difficult 6.6%, Anime 5.7%, Action RPG 4%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the melancholic, dark fantasy atmosphere and side-scrolling exploration focus of the seed game.

A succubus issues threats against humanity once every 100 years. While men die and young women disappear one by one, a succubus hunter visits a cursed city under the moonlight. Let's rescue abducted girls and defeat the succubus!

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Hentai 19.8%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Nudity 11.4%, Female Protagonist 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Matches the mature and sexualized themes of the seed game while maintaining a 2D metroidvania framework.

Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Anime 13.3%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Difficult 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Despite its cute aesthetic, it is a deep, complex metroidvania with bullet-hell elements and a female lead.

In a final struggle for survival, demonkind again invaded the human world. However, the world they return to after years in the darkness isn't the same as it once was...

Why similar: Hentai 24.1%, RPG 14%, Nudity 13.4%, Anime 12.9%, JRPG 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy RPG that incorporates mature themes and dark fantasy storytelling similar to the seed game's world-building.

Save the world or the life of one girl... I decide my destiny! The world was once ruled by the Nightｌord. In that world lived a Saint, destined to become a sacrifice to the Nightｌord, and a Holy Knight, with the power to use Servans. Take your Servans and fight accross "The Land Without Night" for the one you love!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.3%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Anime 14.3%, JRPG 12.4%, RPG 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features a strong female-led narrative and a distinct dark-fantasy anime aesthetic.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 64.3%, RPG 9.4%, Side Scroller 4.8%, Difficult 4.4%, Action 3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep 2D action-RPG mechanics with multiple playable characters and a heavy focus on exploration.

Underground dwelling girl Hisako is aiming for the surface in a zombie infested Tokyo. Hack and slash RPG! Obtain weapons and gear from enemies, and customize your skill tree to create your own unique and powerful a character!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.8%, Metroidvania 17.6%, Anime 16.8%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Nudity 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane action game with an anime aesthetic that features a female protagonist and mature themes.

The fate of a captured princess lies in the hands of a single woman. Using the power of the spirits and a variety of items, the female knight Jeanne must explore the kingdom that's been thrown into chaos to save Princess Lily in this classic-style action RPG.

Why similar: Hentai 21.4%, Anime 18.8%, RPG 18.8%, Nudity 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG that blends adventure elements with mature content and anime-style character designs.

Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Side Scroller 21%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Anime 8%, RPG 7%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric 2D platformer that leans into folklore-inspired fantasy and metroidvania exploration.

LOST EPIC is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG about a war between gods and humanity. The player becomes the deity-defying knight, God Slayer, and explores the world known as Sanctum to bring the Pantheon of Six to their knees.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Anime 13.2%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Hack and Slash 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D souls-like action game with a strong anime aesthetic and fast-paced combat mechanics.

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 36.5%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Action RPG 8.1%, RPG 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like metroidvania that focuses on challenging combat and character customization for its female lead.

An action game set in the Ancient China, bringing players addictive experiences with its unique Chinese traditional art-style and sound design.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.7%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, RPG 11.9%, Anime 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game with a unique art style that focuses on fast-paced combat and mythological themes.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.3%, RPG 11.3%, Side Scroller 7.7%, Hack and Slash 6.9%, Anime 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful hand-drawn animation and a compelling story-driven action-RPG experience.

Yohane the Parhelion is an official spin-off of "Love Live! Sunshine". Yohane's fantasy world sets the stage for a 2D metroidvania in "Yohane the Parhelion: Blaze in the Deepblue"!

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Anime 16.2%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Hack and Slash 9.7%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A polished metroidvania that utilizes anime-style character designs and exploration-based gameplay.

Neptune, stricken with amnesia, awakes in a mysterious world where 2D reigns supreme. With a little help from her friends, Neptune embark on a journey to regain her memory, save the world, and 3D games as we know it.

Why similar: Anime 19.4%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, RPG 15.9%, Side Scroller 13.8%, JRPG 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling RPG that leans heavily into the anime aesthetic and character-driven storytelling.

Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, RPG 18%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Anime 10.9%, Side Scroller 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A unique action-platformer with RPG elements and a strong focus on character-driven narrative.

3D metroidvania game Evil Genome is coming! Heroine Lachesis will lead you to explore the vast wasteland world, experience different battles as well as develop your own character!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, RPG 21%, Side Scroller 13%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Adventure 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG that provides a similar blend of exploration and combat in a sci-fi fantasy setting.

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Why similar: Metroidvania 52%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, RPG 6.5%, Action RPG 5.7%, Side Scroller 5.4%

A great unknown danger is approaching Roah's home planet. Follow Roah as she explores the world and encountering all of its different factions, uncovering the mystery of what is draining the planets lifeforce.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, RPG 14.1%, Anime 11%, Difficult 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: An indie adventure game that features fluid 2D movement and a focus on exploration in a vibrant world.

For when I weep, then I am strong. Battle through Purgatory as Rei to help save her sister in this Action RPG. Switch freely between four playable characters, and uncover each one of their pasts to see the sorrows they have endured.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.2%, Anime 22%, RPG 16.3%, JRPG 13.3%, Hack and Slash 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-style action RPG that explores emotional, dark themes through its female protagonist.

Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Hack and Slash 9.4%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, RPG 7%

Step into a beautifully somber pixel art world of decay filled with grotesque, writhing abominations...A dark action RPG that follows the journey of a demon-slaying nun who must resist destruction and despair while purging the corruption from this world one boss after another!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Hentai 22.7%, Anime 11.7%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, RPG 6.5%

In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Nudity 11.7%, Anime 10.7%, RPG 7.8%

Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Anime 12.6%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Action RPG 7.1%

The Chosen is a heroic RPG. Will you be able to unravel the mysterious plot against you and become the Chosen?

Why similar: Anime 28%, Nudity 24.5%, RPG 15.5%, Hentai 12.9%, JRPG 6.3%

A traditional JRPG with a naughty story of fantasy, adventure, and hardcore fun. During the Holy War, the Chosen Ones wielded eight Sacred Artifacts to defeat the Over Devil. Now, one-hundred years later, you must once again journey to defeat the Over Devil and save the world... or destroy it!

Why similar: Hentai 27.9%, Nudity 20.5%, JRPG 11.7%, Female Protagonist 11%, RPG 10.2%

Explore the land of Sulnas as the "Shadow of Death", a cat girl who's dauntless and fierce. The land is poisoned by secret power and desperately needs salvation. Can you save it from its sure demise or will you doom its fate like everyone else would?

Why similar: Nudity 21.5%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Anime 18.9%, RPG 11.8%, Hack and Slash 10.9%

Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.5%, Anime 19%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Difficult 11.1%, Story Rich 5.6%

This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Anime 10.3%, Hack and Slash 8.2%

The game tells the story of a new adventurer named Aries. She visits all kinds of cities, travels around the unknown world, fights against the "Calamities" that spread all over the world. This game's core is the orthodox action fighting mode!

Why similar: Hentai 24.8%, Nudity 18.8%, Anime 10.8%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, JRPG 9.7%

A classic RPG with visual novel elements, turn-based combat, and exploration. Play as the slave Oretti as she explores the dark corners of Jerez. Survive its dangers, battle monsters in the arena, and shape her fate through the choices you make.

Why similar: Hentai 24.2%, Nudity 18.8%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Anime 10.9%, RPG 8.5%

Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.7%, Anime 16.7%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, JRPG 9.8%, RPG 8.2%

游戏《花园魔三国》是以萌娘化历史上著名的三国人物为特色的剧情冒险战斗的角色扮演游戏。 玩家和刘封、刘禅姐妹在神州大陆上与各个英雄人物交互。 游戏可以选择非常简单或者较为困难的战斗，大量的探索要素将会构筑一个精密细致的幻想世界。

Why similar: RPG 21.9%, Anime 15.5%, Nudity 13.3%, Hentai 11.1%, JRPG 11%

2D action-adventure game set in the rich world of the epic dark fantasy, Overlord. This latest installment in the series features an original story overseen by Overlord's creator, Kugane Maruyama. Find Clementine's missing memories and make your escape!

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Anime 15.8%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Action 3.4%

Thoughts and expectations ARPG

Why similar: Anime 34.1%, Female Protagonist 20.5%, RPG 16.7%, JRPG 7.1%, Story Rich 5.3%

Step into the shoes of Freudia Neuwahl, a cool and collected young woman on a mission to save her best friend from an Imperial witch hunt. "Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel" is the sequel to "Rosenkreuzstilette", a level-based 2D side scrolling action game for PC.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.5%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Anime 19.9%, Difficult 9.2%, Cute 6.4%

Prepare for an epic 10 hour adventure in the world of Galager. Sura, the world's most sought-after mercenary, leads a band of sell-swords in a last-ditch effort to save the world. Prepare for the Storm of Spears!

Why similar: Anime 38.3%, RPG 19.8%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, JRPG 8.9%, Adventure 4.8%

New Metroidvania + RPG adventure game. Legendary gear! Unique set, a large number of magical equipment to provide you with unlimited possibilities to equip build. Gorgeous and fluent act combo system, give you the operating space to challenge the limit!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Nudity 17.3%, Anime 12.1%, JRPG 9.4%, RPG 7.7%

By clicking icons at the bottom of the screen, you interfere with a shrine maiden who has been offered as a sacrifice to a grotesque creature. Whether you help the shrine maiden or plunge her further into despair is entirely up to you.

Why similar: Nudity 57%, RPG 23.7%, Adventure 10.7%, 2D 5%, Indie 2.5%

The world is doomed and monsters are taken over. The heroine has to save the world and save loved ones even in bankruptcy. Countless difficulties await, but the true heroine will not give up.

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.3%, Hentai 22.5%, Nudity 18.7%, Anime 13.5%, Hack and Slash 13%

A 2D action-adventure where the story unfolds by tuning the stage with music. A play by Aleph and Liora, who have lost their memories. A beautiful yet eerie stage, and the secret of the forgotten theater await. Your choices will determine the play's ending — and their fates.

Why similar: Anime 25.4%, Female Protagonist 25.2%, Difficult 17.5%, Story Rich 12.4%, 2D 7.4%

Use the abilities of three different heroines to protect your home and save the world from the sinister orc army!

Why similar: Hentai 36.5%, Nudity 27%, Female Protagonist 12%, Side Scroller 9%, Anime 5%

Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Anime 11.5%, JRPG 7.2%

AZURA - exciting adventure story in the genre of RPG. Explore an unknown island. Classic combat turn-based system in the best traditions of JRPG, non-linear plot with the choice of the path and juicy anime graphics.

Why similar: Hentai 19.1%, Nudity 18.9%, RPG 16.9%, Anime 16.7%, Female Protagonist 8.6%

The Dreamcutter, a mysterious scythe with an ulterior motive, promises sexy rewards and a chance at escape. What strange dangers and exotic encounters will you find inside your own mind?

Why similar: Hentai 18.5%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Metroidvania 17.3%, Nudity 12.9%, Female Protagonist 12.3%

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.6%, Action RPG 18.6%, RPG 15.3%, Anime 10%, JRPG 7%

Eternal Radiance is an action role-playing game about a squire named Celeste who begins a journey to prove herself worthy of becoming a true knight.

Why similar: RPG 25%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Anime 15.8%, Adventure 10.5%, JRPG 7.4%

Play as Eilayda, the Fairy Queen, on a quest to save her people from a deadly sickness. Navigate a human prison district rumored to hold a cure, facing ruthless criminals and tough moral choices. In this RPG, your resilience will be tested—will you uphold integrity or succumb to corruption?

Why similar: Hentai 27.6%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Nudity 11.8%, Anime 11.8%, RPG 10.2%