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Games Like Hollow Knight: Silksong

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Platformer, 2D, Difficult.

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Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

Reviews: Very Positive — 89% — of 419,906 reviews
Released: 2025-09-04
Developer: Team Cherry
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 35.2 hrs
Mean playtime: 46.6 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 93%

Overview

What makes Hollow Knight: Silksong so appealing is its mix of demanding combat, graceful movement, a huge interconnected world, and that lonely, haunting sense of discovery. These recommendations prioritize metroidvanias and adjacent action-platformers that capture similar strengths: intricate exploration, challenging bosses, atmospheric worlds, and movement that keeps getting more expressive as you progress.

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  1. #1 Hollow Knight
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 558,466 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 41.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Souls-like 16.9%, Great Soundtrack 15%, Difficult 11%, Platformer 6.7%

    Why You'll Like It: If Silksong grabbed you, the original is still the closest match thanks to its mournful world, razor-sharp 2D combat, dense exploration, and memorable boss fights.

  2. #2 Nine Sols
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 45,033 reviews2024
    Dev: RedCandleGames
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Souls-like 22.8%, Difficult 14.8%, Platformer 8.2%, Hand-drawn 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It delivers a similarly challenging metroidvania structure with intense boss-centric combat, rich lore, and a lonely, meticulously crafted world to uncover.

  3. #3 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 45,640 reviews2021
    Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 36.3%, Souls-like 20.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.2%, Difficult 8.1%, Female Protagonist 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: This is a great fit if you want another melancholic kingdom to explore, with difficult bosses, elegant movement upgrades, and a beautiful soundtrack.

  4. #4 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,655 reviews2025
    Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 18.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    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 45.3%, Souls-like 18.5%, Great Soundtrack 13.1%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, 2D 3.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Like Silksong, it pairs a female lead with fluid combat, moody exploration, and a sprawling metroidvania map full of dangerous encounters.

  5. #5 Blasphemous 2
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 21,144 reviews2023
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 13.9 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Souls-like 24.4%, Difficult 24.2%, Platformer 7.2%, Multiple Endings 3.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It matches Silksong's appeal through punishing combat, strong world design, and a dark, lore-heavy kingdom packed with secrets and bosses.

  6. #6 Blasphemous
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 66,776 reviews2019
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Souls-like 27.2%, Difficult 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Platformer 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Its oppressive atmosphere, demanding fights, and interconnected world make it one of the strongest souls-like metroidvania alternatives.

  7. #7 Haiku, the Robot
    93% matchVery Positive90% of 3,547 reviews2022
    Dev: Mister Morris Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.8%, Platformer 12.4%, Exploration 8%, Open World 7.4%, Atmospheric 5.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Its ruined world, bench-and-map progression, and tight melee exploration loop feel directly inspired by Hollow Knight in the best way.

  8. #8 Ori and the Will of the Wisps
    92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 146,021 reviews2020
    Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

    Why similar: Beautiful 27.5%, Metroidvania 25.3%, Great Soundtrack 16.5%, Platformer 7.3%, Difficult 5%

    Why You'll Like It: While less bleak, it offers superb movement, gorgeous environments, emotional atmosphere, and a polished metroidvania structure full of discovery.

  9. #9 Aeterna Noctis
    91% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,140 reviews2021
    Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Souls-like 21.7%, Difficult 14.6%, Platformer 8.5%, Hand-drawn 5%

    Why You'll Like It: This is for players who especially love Silksong's difficulty and platforming, with a huge map and brutally precise traversal challenges.

  10. #10 Salt and Sanctuary
    91% matchVery Positive89% of 21,853 reviews2016
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

    Why similar: Souls-like 45.1%, Metroidvania 29%, Difficult 12.3%, Platformer 5.2%, 2D 3%

    Why You'll Like It: This 2D soulsvania captures the same sense of dangerous exploration and hard-won progression, just with heavier RPG build customization.

  11. #11 Afterimage
    90% matchMostly Positive77% of 10,285 reviews2023
    Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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 33.6%, Souls-like 20.4%, Difficult 12.6%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Platformer 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a massive world, fast-paced combat, and a female protagonist, making it a strong choice if you want more exploration-driven 2D action.

  12. #12 The Last Faith
    89% matchVery Positive84% of 5,640 reviews2023
    Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Souls-like 30.6%, Difficult 11.6%, Platformer 7%, 2D 3.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It leans harder into the souls-like side with dodge-heavy combat, grim gothic atmosphere, and exploration that constantly opens new routes.

  13. #13 Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 71,398 reviews2016
    Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    “Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Great Soundtrack 24%, Platformer 10.2%, Difficult 8.5%, Beautiful 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It is more movement-focused than combat-focused, but its atmospheric world and upgrade-driven exploration still make it a strong alternative.

  14. #14 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
    87% matchVery Positive84% of 7,020 reviews2024
    Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 66.6%, Exploration 9.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%, Difficult 5.5%, Platformer 3.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Its excellent movement abilities, tough combat encounters, and smart interconnected map make it one of the best modern metroidvanias for Silksong fans.

  15. #15 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    88% matchVery Positive81% of 5,578 reviews2018
    Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 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 39.9%, Metroidvania 32.5%, Difficult 7.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.1%, Platformer 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This combines metroidvania exploration with souls-like bosses and a somber tone that will appeal to anyone who enjoys Hollow Knight's harsher edges.

  16. #16 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
    86% matchVery Positive93% of 41,589 reviews2019
    Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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 59%, Great Soundtrack 13.1%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Platformer 6%, Difficult 3.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It trades some of Silksong's austerity for RPG depth, but its expansive map, progression upgrades, and strong boss roster make it a natural fit.

  17. #17 Moonscars
    86% matchVery Positive83% of 1,510 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Souls-like 30.6%, Platformer 7.6%, Difficult 6%, Female Protagonist 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Its bleak atmosphere, parry-and-dodge combat, and cryptic storytelling make it a good pick for players who want a darker souls-like flavor.

  18. #18 Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus
    85% matchVery Positive84% of 1,708 reviews2024
    Dev: Squid Shock StudiosPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Flow gracefully through a colorful, hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Souls-like 26.4%, Platformer 11%, Hand-drawn 7.2%, Exploration 6.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Its acrobatic movement, stylish boss fights, and mythic hand-drawn world hit a similar sweet spot of elegance, challenge, and exploration.

  19. #19 Axiom Verge
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 6,599 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.7%, Great Soundtrack 18.1%, Platformer 9%, Difficult 3.5%, 2D 3%

    Why You'll Like It: If you love getting lost in interconnected maps and poking into every suspicious corner, this nails the exploratory side of the metroidvania formula.

  20. #20 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 11,895 reviews2016
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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 32.2%, Souls-like 22.3%, Difficult 14.5%, Platformer 8.5%, Female Protagonist 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This compact metroidvania delivers crisp dodge-based combat, moody environments, and boss fights that feel immediately satisfying.

  21. #21 F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
    83% matchVery Positive86% of 7,216 reviews2021
    Dev: TiGamesPub: Astrolabe Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 51.9%, Platformer 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, Exploration 7.1%, Story Rich 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This is a polished combat-heavy metroidvania with satisfying traversal tools, backtracking, and a richly realized world to push through.

  22. #22 Lone Fungus
    82% matchVery Positive83% of 1,186 reviews2023
    Dev: BASTI GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!

    Why similar: Platformer 29.6%, Metroidvania 16.5%, Exploration 13.2%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Adventure 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: If your favorite part of Silksong is open-ended exploration and demanding platforming, this is a terrific indie follow-up.

  23. #23 Ghost Song
    82% matchVery Positive83% of 1,454 reviews2022
    Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Difficult 12.9%, Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 7.5%, Female Protagonist 6.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Its lonely subterranean atmosphere and slow-burn exploration echo the mood and isolation that make Hollow Knight so compelling.

  24. #24 The Messenger
    81% matchVery Positive93% of 13,167 reviews2018
    Dev: SabotagePub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Great Soundtrack 23.2%, Platformer 12%, Difficult 8.6%, Beautiful 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Once it opens up, it becomes a clever metroidvania with fluid movement, sharp platforming, and the same thrill of mastering your toolkit.

  25. #25 Islets
    80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,458 reviews2022
    Dev: Kyle ThompsonPub: Armor Games Studios
    Windows
    Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.8%, Platformer 13.5%, Story Rich 5.9%, Exploration 5.8%, Atmospheric 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It is a lighter and friendlier take on the formula, but its satisfying exploration and gradual world-unlocking scratch a similar discovery itch.

  26. #26 TEVI
    79% matchVery Positive89% of 4,050 reviews2023
    Dev: CreSpirit
    Windows
    Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.3%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Story Rich 6.3%, 2D 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This fast anime-styled metroidvania offers a female protagonist, dense exploration, and intense boss fights that reward precision and pattern learning.

  27. #27 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
    81% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,588 reviews2021
    Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.3%, Platformer 10.1%, Difficult 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%, Hand-drawn 4.5%

    Why You'll Like It: This hand-drawn metroidvania pairs a female protagonist with atmospheric exploration and boss-focused progression in a way that overlaps nicely with Silksong.

  28. #28 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 7,419 reviews2021
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    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 46.3%, Platformer 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11%, Exploration 7%, 2D 5%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers elegant air-dash traversal, precise combat, and a beautiful fantasy labyrinth that should appeal to fans of graceful 2D action.

  29. #29 Vernal Edge
    78% matchMostly Positive76% of 672 reviews2023
    Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 56.2%, Platformer 16.2%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, 2D 5.6%, Adventure 3.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Its female lead, high-mobility combat, and ability-driven exploration make it a good fit for players chasing Silksong's agile feel.

  30. #30 Celeste
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 146,121 reviews2018
    Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 26.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.2%, Difficult 24.6%, Platformer 12.8%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Indie 3.8%

  31. #31 Guacamelee! 2
    78% matchVery Positive91% of 3,369 reviews2018
    Dev: Drinkbox Studios
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, Difficult 20.6%, Platformer 13.2%, Exploration 5.5%, 2D 5%

    Why You'll Like It: Though more colorful and comedic, its traversal-combat integration and skill-gated exploration make it a very strong action-platforming counterpart.

  32. #32 Ori and the Blind Forest
    77% matchVery Positive94% of 60,081 reviews2015
    Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    “Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.2%, Metroidvania 28.9%, Platformer 9.7%, Difficult 8.3%, Atmospheric 4.9%

  33. #33 Infinitevania
    75% matchVery Positive93% of 252 reviews2026
    Dev: JHT Games
    Windows

    A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 19.6%, Difficult 11.6%, Platformer 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%

  34. #34 GRIS
    76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 96,134 reviews2018
    Dev: Nomada StudioPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

    Why similar: Beautiful 45%, Great Soundtrack 22%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, Platformer 5.5%, Atmospheric 5.2%

  35. #35 Hyper Light Drifter
    76% matchVery Positive93% of 19,122 reviews2016
    Dev: Heart Machine
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 29.4%, Difficult 19.6%, Metroidvania 16.6%, Souls-like 12.3%, Atmospheric 5.6%

  36. #36 MIO: Memories in Orbit
    73% matchVery Positive83% of 4,771 reviews2026
    Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Souls-like 18.5%, Difficult 13.2%, Platformer 9.5%, Exploration 5.7%

  37. #37 Dead Cells
    74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 182,870 reviews2018
    Dev: Motion Twin
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Souls-like 27.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Difficult 9.4%, 2D 4.4%

  38. #38 Dust: An Elysian Tail
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 19,060 reviews2013
    Dev: Humble Hearts LLCPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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 40%, Great Soundtrack 15.8%, Platformer 13.4%, Beautiful 11.3%, 2D 3.8%

  39. #39 Akatori
    73% matchMostly Positive70% of 267 reviews2026
    Dev: Contrast GamesPub: Games Harbor
    Windows

    A colorful action platformer with metroidvania elements and a staff that unlocks unique combat techniques and new ways to overcome obstacles. Explore beautiful worlds, fight monsters, and help Mako stop the amber storms that poison all living things.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 15.7%, Difficult 15%, Platformer 8.4%, Female Protagonist 6.9%

  40. #40 Solateria
    71% matchVery Positive84% of 713 reviews2026
    Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
    Windows

    Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 22.6%, Difficult 14.6%, Hand-drawn 6.6%, Platformer 6.5%

  41. #41 Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition
    74% matchVery Positive81% of 1,267 reviews2018
    Dev: Long Hat HousePub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Great Soundtrack 12%, Platformer 10.5%, Difficult 8%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

  42. #42 Hades II
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 122,697 reviews2025
    Dev: Supergiant Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24.5 hrsMean: 43.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.

    Why similar: Souls-like 24.1%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Difficult 17%, Hand-drawn 12.5%, Story Rich 8.5%

  43. #43 Mina the Hollower
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 8,369 reviews2026
    Dev: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Take control of Mina, a renowned Hollower hurtled into a desperate mission to rescue a cursed island. Whip foes, burrow through the ground, and explore a pixel-perfect world in Mina the Hollower, a brand new game from the developers who brought you Shovel Knight!

    Why similar: Souls-like 37.2%, Platformer 18.3%, Female Protagonist 17%, Difficult 10.6%, 2D 7.2%

  44. #44 Souldiers
    73% matchMixed69% of 3,112 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 59%, Difficult 16.7%, Souls-like 12.4%, Action 2.4%, Singleplayer 2.2%

  45. #45 TUNIC
    71% matchVery Positive91% of 18,422 reviews2022
    Dev: TUNIC TeamPub: Finji
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Souls-like 28.9%, Difficult 16.9%, Exploration 8.7%, Cute 3.4%

  46. #46 Foregone
    72% matchVery Positive82% of 1,402 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 20.8%, Difficult 13.4%, Platformer 10.6%, Female Protagonist 5.8%

  47. #47 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    70% matchVery Positive92% of 3,252 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Souls-like 21.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Female Protagonist 8.1%, Difficult 6.7%

  48. #48 Iconoclasts
    72% matchVery Positive86% of 5,010 reviews2018
    Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Platformer 9.2%, Story Rich 4.9%

  49. #49 Rain World
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 56,540 reviews2017
    Dev: VideocultPub: Akupara Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    You are a nomadic slugcat, both predator and prey in a broken ecosystem. Grab your spear and brave the industrial wastes, hunting enough food to survive, but be wary— other, bigger creatures have the same plan... and slugcats look delicious.

    Why similar: Difficult 24%, Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 12.4%, Platformer 10%, Exploration 6.3%

  50. #50 Unbound: Worlds Apart
    71% matchVery Positive84% of 1,334 reviews2021
    Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Souls-like 11.9%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 10.8%, Hand-drawn 4.6%

  51. #51 Sundered®: Eldritch Edition
    70% matchVery Positive82% of 5,170 reviews2017
    Dev: Thunder Lotus
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Difficult 10.9%, Platformer 10.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Hand-drawn 7.4%

  52. #52 Awita: Journey of Hope
    68% matchMostly Positive74% of 96 reviews2025
    Dev: ant_game_projects
    Windows · Linux

    Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Souls-like 20.8%, Platformer 8.9%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Exploration 5.9%

  53. #53 Touhou Luna Nights
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,929 reviews2019
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 43.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    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 35.7%, Difficult 17.7%, Great Soundtrack 13.8%, Platformer 9.5%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

  54. #54 Constance
    66% matchVery Positive83% of 2,955 reviews2025
    Dev: Blue Backpack
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring a paintbrush-wielding artist, striving to escape from a colorful but decaying inner-world, created by her declining mental health.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Platformer 11%, Hand-drawn 8.5%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Exploration 5.6%

  55. #55 3000th Duel
    69% matchMostly Positive72% of 628 reviews2019
    Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 19.9%, Great Soundtrack 14.9%, Difficult 12.1%, Platformer 7.2%

  56. #56 Rebel Transmute
    67% matchMostly Positive76% of 283 reviews2024
    Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 23.2%, Difficult 14.3%, Platformer 7%, Female Protagonist 6.8%

  57. #57 Alwa's Awakening
    68% matchVery Positive80% of 948 reviews2017
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 52.3%, Platformer 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Difficult 5.5%

  58. #58 Fatal Claw
    64% matchVery Positive96% of 168 reviews2025
    Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
    Windows

    Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 20.6%, Difficult 13.5%, Platformer 7.8%, Hand-drawn 6.2%

  59. #59 Momodora III
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 1,490 reviews2014
    Dev: rdein
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Platformer 18.6%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, 2D 5.8%

  60. #60 Valdis Story: Abyssal City
    67% matchVery Positive84% of 2,713 reviews2013
    Dev: Endlessfluff Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 58.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, Platformer 10.1%, Difficult 7.9%, 2D 2.5%

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