- #1 Felampire
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Squidlegs
Windows
Discover your destiny in Felampire! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of vampires and humans. Explore twisting caverns, solve devious puzzles and meet your heritage, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Vampires 23.2% ★, Metroidvania 21.8%, Platformer 8.6%, Precision Platformer 7.5%, Souls-like 7.2%
- #2 Bathory - Heritage of Blood
96% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Moonana
Windows
Play as Ursula Bathory, the vampire Princess, awakened from a centuries long slumber to claim her throne of blood in this Vampire Soulsvania inspired by Castlevania, Nosferatu and gothic victorian literature classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Souls-like 13%, Vampires 12% ★, Platformer 8.3%
- #3 Chronoscript: The Endless End
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DeskWorks Inc.Pub: SHUEISHA GAMES
Windows
“Chronoscript: The Endless End” is an exploration-based action-adventure game where you, an editor trapped within a manuscript, must unravel a thousand-year story that writes itself beyond its end—across 2D pages and a 3D manor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Vampires 17.7% ★, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Souls-like 7.8%, Action-Adventure 6.3%
- #4 Castlevania Dominus Collection
95% matchVery Positive94% of 2,678 reviews2024
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Vampires 23.9% ★, Action RPG 9.8%, 2D Platformer 7.3%, Platformer 6.2%
- #5 Midpoint
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frandy
Windows
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 14%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 10.1%, Action RPG 7.5%
- #6 VonGarland Castle : Beyond Blood
94% matchMixed64% of 42 reviews2026
Dev: Ash JacksonPub: Monster Robot Studios
Windows · Mac
prepare yourself for side scrolling survival horror action. Ransom VonGarland must journey to Mayhem Island and the ruins of VonGarland Castle to find her brother and uncover the truth of what Plasmadine corporation is doing on the island
Why similar: Vampires 22.2% ★, Metroidvania 19.2%, Survival Horror 10%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Hand-drawn 6.9%
- #7 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow Rose Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Vampires 15.8% ★, Action RPG 11.2%, Platformer 8.5%, 2D Platformer 6.3%
- #8 Torii: Beyond The Gates
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Platformer 11.5%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Action RPG 9.6%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #9 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
91% matchVery Positive87% of 99 reviews2023
Dev: The Island Games
Windows
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Souls-like 13.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Action RPG 8.8%
- #10 Runic Curse Remastered
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Souls-like 15.8%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Platformer 7.8%, Action RPG 6.4%
- #11 Shikari Rising
91% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: BlosSum Games
Windows
Join Novak as he fights his way through hordes of fearsome monsters and unravel the mystery of monster resurgence in his land . Inspired by Metroidvania-style and hack 'n slash action rpg, Shikari Rising will plunge you into action and will test your mettle against extremely tough enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Vampires 18.5% ★, Souls-like 12.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Action RPG 10.6%
- #12 Far Star
89% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: This is Vini
Windows · Linux
Far Star is a story-driven action-adventure game with Metroidvania influences. There is something fishy going on in this galaxy, but this won’t stop your intergalactic general services crew from doing their job using a varied set of skills, weapons and outfits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Platformer 11.9%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #13 Crown Of Silence
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nyro Interactive
Windows
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Souls-like 11.5%, Action RPG 7.8%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
- #14 Shards of Memories
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Twelve Games
Windows
Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, Souls-like 12.4%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Platformer 7.5%
- #15 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
86% matchVery Positive84% of 6,610 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 39.5%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Precision Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Action RPG 6%
- #16 PSYCRON
87% matchVery Positive94% of 113 reviews2021
Dev: Mothware
Windows
A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Space 10.3%, Sci-fi 8.7%, 2D Platformer 8.6%
- #17 Lamp Chronicle
86% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Pixellica Corp.
Windows
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Souls-like 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, Platformer 10.7%
- #18 The Witch Blade
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SergS WorkshopPub: Rokyte Publishing
Windows
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Souls-like 15.7%, Precision Platformer 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Side Scroller 7.1%
- #19 SlideNGlide
85% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: RBCMrRhoads
Windows
A challenging action-platformer where players navigate diverse biomes filled with unique enemies, tough platforming challenges, and intense boss fights. With tight controls and punishing difficulty, the game rewards precision, mastery, and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Side Scroller 16%, Precision Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 8.5%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
- #20 Aggelos 2
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: WONDERBOY BOBIPub: PQube
Windows
With the Gods of light about to lose the great battle against the Army of Darkness, the Aggelos must learn to embrace his darker side. Explore two opposing realms full of secrets, puzzles and intense 2D combat in this challenging action-platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Side Scroller 14%, Action RPG 11.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Precision Platformer 7.3%
- #21 The Lost Key
83% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
Dev: AmmashDev
Windows
You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Souls-like 12.8%, Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 9.6%
- #22 Elysian Echoes
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grinding Crow
Windows
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Souls-like 13.9%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Platformer 10.6%
- #23 Aeterna Lucis
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Aeterna Lucis is the highly anticipated sequel to Aeterna Noctis. Following the gameplay steps of the first entry in the series, Aeterna Lucis is a Metroidvania that combines fast-paced combat, a large interconnected map, secret hunting, optional challenges, and a rich and deep story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 12.3%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Platformer 10.3%, Precision Platformer 10.1%
- #24 Sinweaver
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jitterbug Games
Windows · Linux
Sinweaver is a 2D Metroidvania Lite that has you cutting your way through fallen angels and cultists alike as you fight your way through hell to escape a grim afterlife. Explore levels and an interactive overworld map to uncover the worlds secrets and why heavens mightiest have fallen to darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Souls-like 15.1%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Platformer 8.4%
- #25 Infinity Wanderer
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Imdie Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Infinity Wanderer is a roguelite, souls-lite action-platformer. Players dive into Lunara's dark story, facing her fears in a nightmare world. With handcrafted levels and deep character customization, it offers fluid, challenging combat that blends fast-paced and strategic souls-like mechanics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Vampires 19.5% ★, Side Scroller 12.3%, Souls-like 11.6%, Platformer 8%
- #26 Umbra
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ludum Elite
Windows
Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 11.6%, Precision Platformer 10.5%, Action RPG 9.9%, Platformer 9.4%
- #27 Ghost Song
79% matchVery Positive83% of 1,441 reviews2022
Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.6 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 29.8%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Sci-fi 8.4%
- #28 Zombie Vampires
81% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: WILL LAWTONPub: TOP5STUDIOS
Windows
Help Argyle Van Helsing hunt down and destroy Dracula before he turns all the worlds vampires into Zombie Vampires. This creature feature Metroidvania adventure game is filled with classic monsters, wicked levels, and clever humor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Vampires 20% ★, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #29 Nocturnal 2
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sunnyside Games
Windows
Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Platformer 11%, Precision Platformer 9.6%
- #30 Last Vanguard
77% matchVery Positive85% of 96 reviews2025
Dev: Cool Tapir Studios
Windows
Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Souls-like 13.6%, Platformer 9.3%, Hand-drawn 9.1%
- #31 BOGs: Earth vs Sea
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hammerhead Shark
Windows
Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Platformer 11.8%, Souls-like 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.2%
- #32 Praise To The Moon
76% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: PolarCatStudio
Windows
PRAISE TO THE MOON- It is a Metroidvania, based on Momodora, Castlevania, and Souls-like games, with ARPG systems
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Platformer 11.6%, Souls-like 11.1%, Vampires 10.9% ★, Action RPG 10.8%
- #33 Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
75% matchMostly Negative29% of 451 reviews2026
Dev: Bit Bot MediaPub: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Vampires 18.3% ★, Platformer 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.9%, 2D Platformer 8.9%
- #34 SpellTome
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
Windows
SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Souls-like 16.8%, Platformer 12.1%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #35 Hell University
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: zakitaki
Windows
Explore yet another indie metroidvania as you venture through the Hell University campus. Conquer the demons that infest the essence of Hell University, and save the school from certain doom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Souls-like 13.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Hand-drawn 9.2%
- #36 Rift Drifter
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: Žygimantas Kadiša
Windows
Explore a lost and abandoned temple and find what secrets lie within. Rift Drifter is a 2D action-adventure platformer, with Metroidvania and RPG elements, a rich story, and a hint of souls-like combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Souls-like 11.9%, Action RPG 10.3%, Platformer 10%
- #37 DEVIATOR
74% matchMixed67% of 1,004 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 16.1%, Platformer 10.9%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, 2D Platformer 8.7%
- #38 TIES: Soul Link
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: North Tokyo
Windows
TIES: Soul Link is an emotional and brutal 2D metroidvania that combines action RPG with adventure platforming. Explore a decaying world in the year 2097, uncover its secrets, and face savage, bloody battles that will test your endurance and your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Action RPG 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 8.9%
- #39 Jumper Jon
73% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Ogre Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jumper Jon is a 30-second metroidvania-style platforming adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Platformer 12%, Precision Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #40 Axiom Verge 2
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 951 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.7%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Action 7.2%
- #41 Project: The MIR Incident
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rhineware
Windows
Escape from a wide laboratory dominated by battles between rebelling test subjects and armed scientists. Solve puzzles, get into battles, and discover secrets as you progress through this action-packed 2D-Sidescroll-Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Platformer 9.3%, Action RPG 8.3%, 2D Platformer 7.1%
- #42 Fevercide
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fevercide is a metroidvania with elements of horror and adventure games. Join Sandra as she explores the stately cities of a Russian Empire that never fell. Solve puzzles, fight with monsters, and face the demons from her past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Action RPG 12.7%, Platformer 12.2%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
- #43 Castle In The Darkness 2
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LABS Works
Windows
From Matt Kap and Simon Parzer ("The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth"), Castle In The Darkness 2 drops players into a brand-new adventure! Explore a vast world and overcome the darkness in this fun and fast-paced adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Action RPG 12%, Platformer 11.4%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #44 Night Breaker
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 10 DEAD Pixels
Windows
Venture into an unusual, alien world full of danger and mysteries in this sci-fi Metroidvania. Grab your gear and face the challenge of sustaining a once-thriving space colony. Can you bring this place back to life? Are you ready to uncover all the secrets lurking in the darkness?
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 10.3%, Hand-drawn 6.9%, Horror 6.3%
- #45 Well Dweller
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Platformer 9.3%, Horror 9%
- #46 Crimson Wanderer
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RottenPixel Studio
Windows · Linux
Blast your way through a thrilling adventure that brings back the spirit of 90s arcade classics… with a modern twist.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Side Scroller 16%, Platformer 12.8%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #47 Goo Keeper
70% 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 33.2%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Platformer 11.7%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #48 Xanthiom 2
67% matchVery Positive95% of 57 reviews2026
Dev: MathanGames
Windows
Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10%, Sci-fi 6.7%
- #49 Xeodrifter
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 861 reviews2014
Dev: Atooi
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Platformer 12.6%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Space 7.1%
- #50 Sorrowself
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vieri Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your sister from a certain death by finding her soul fragments in this mystical hand-drawn world! Utilize a variety of morphing abilities and fight through the dream-like Land Of Sorrow. It is known to be flooded with crying creatures who are creating a chaos under the dark soul Self.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Souls-like 10%, Action RPG 7.6%
- #51 Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate HD
71% matchVery Positive84% of 2,650 reviews2014
Dev: MercurySteamPub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 57%
This sequel to Castlevania: Lords of Shadow reveals the story of the Belmonts as they battle destiny across generations to discover their true fate. Trevor Belmont, knight of the Brotherhood of Light, embarks on an epic quest to avenge his mother who was killed by his father Gabriel.
Why similar: Vampires 47.2% ★, Metroidvania 23.7%, Platformer 8.7%, Side Scroller 6.6%, Action 5.6%
- #52 Cliff Kingdom
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Most likely no reason for hysteria
Windows · Mac
The lighthouse has gone dark! You awake as Mothboy, last in a long line of lightkeepers summoned when something goes wrong. In this action packed adventure you climb, fight and explore the depths of Cliff Kingdom searching for the lost light.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Souls-like 16.9%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 5.5%
- #53 Bound City
68% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: Problem Machine
Windows
An action-packed and bittersweet adventure in a city of endless night. Explore the dying city and try to find your way to the tower that seems to be at the heart of it all. Nothing is quite as it appears to be, and only by facing death can you hope to understand the mysteries of Bound City.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Horror 9%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Platformer 7.6%
- #54 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,580 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 44.3%, Platformer 12.5%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Hand-drawn 8.1%, Adventure 7.4%
- #55 Shieldbound
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Bangers
Windows
Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Souls-like 15.2%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Platformer 11%
- #56 Briar Flame
67% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: HappyDoodz Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 17.1%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Platformer 7.9%, 2D Platformer 6.3%
- #57 Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia
67% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Team Quantum Games
Windows
Clarity is a 2D side scrolling platforming adventure. Choose to face seven demons and acquire their demon sword and demon magic. Each sword and spell, has an elemental strength against a corresponding demon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Platformer 12.9%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #58 GINSHA
68% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
Windows · Linux
GINSHA is a unique atmospheric pixelart Action Adventure Platformer with special Gravity Shield and Dash Mechanics. It combines a versatile Platformer core with RPG, Souls and Crafting Elements to an Anomaly among Metroidvania games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Souls-like 14.6%, Platformer 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
- #59 Second Works
66% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: #Sharp
Windows
『Second Works』 is a 2D platform action-adventure game set in a sci-fi fantasy world based on biotechnology. Enjoy the unique atmosphere created by colorful anime-style graphics and the thrilling experience of high-difficulty action.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Souls-like 13.4%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.2%
- #60 Akatori
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast GamesPub: Games Harbor
Windows
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.1%, Souls-like 15.3%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Platformer 10.5%, Hand-drawn 9.1%