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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: Vampire 23% ★, Metroidvania 21.8%, Platformer 8.6%, Precision Platformer 7.4%, Souls-like 7.2%

Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Vampire 14.5% ★, Action RPG 11.7%, Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 6.4%

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%, Vampire 23.1% ★, Action RPG 10%, 2D Platformer 7.4%, Platformer 6.2%

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 25.4%, Souls-like 14.1%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Platformer 10%, Action RPG 7.5%

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 24.3%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Souls-like 13.3%, Platformer 9.1%, Action RPG 8.8%

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 35.8%, Platformer 11.9%, Action RPG 10.2%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Hand-drawn 8.8%

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 38.4%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Precision Platformer 11.2%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Action RPG 5.8%

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 31.3%, Souls-like 15.9%, Side Scroller 8.1%, Platformer 7.7%, Action RPG 6.4%

“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 32.9%, Vampire 15.1% ★, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Souls-like 7.3%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

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 26.1%, Vampire 18% ★, Souls-like 12.7%, Platformer 11.3%, Action RPG 10.7%

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 12.8%, Platformer 11.8%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

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 34.8%, Hand-drawn 15.4%, Souls-like 12.4%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Platformer 7.4%

A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Space 10.3%, Sci-fi 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.6%

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 31.6%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Souls-like 11.5%, Action RPG 7.8%, 2D Platformer 7.8%

You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Souls-like 12.9%, Platformer 11.1%, Hand-drawn 9.8%

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 24.2%, Souls-like 14.5%, Side Scroller 14%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Platformer 10.6%

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 30.4%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Precision Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 8.5%, 2D Platformer 7.9%

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 15.8%, Precision Platformer 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Side Scroller 7%

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 26.8%, Souls-like 13.9%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Platformer 10.5%

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 26.1%, Souls-like 12.3%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Precision Platformer 10%

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 27%, Souls-like 14%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Platformer 9.5%, Hand-drawn 8.4%

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 29.7%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Platformer 10.2%, Sci-fi 8.4%

Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Platformer 10.9%, Precision Platformer 9.5%

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 25.8%, Vampire 16.3% ★, Side Scroller 11.7%, Platformer 11.6%, 2D Platformer 8.7%

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 10.4%, Action RPG 9.9%, Platformer 9.3%

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 33.5%, Vampire 19.1% ★, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

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 28.9%, Side Scroller 15%, Souls-like 13.6%, Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 9.2%

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%, Vampire 19.3% ★, Side Scroller 12.2%, Souls-like 11.6%, Platformer 7.9%

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 11.7%, Souls-like 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.2%

PRAISE TO THE MOON- It is a Metroidvania, based on Momodora, Castlevania, and Souls-like games, with ARPG systems

Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Platformer 11.6%, Souls-like 11.1%, Action RPG 10.8%, Vampire 10.8% ★

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%, Souls-like 16.9%, Platformer 12%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.6%

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 31.5%, Souls-like 16.1%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D Platformer 8.8%

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 12.2%, Souls-like 11.9%, Action RPG 10.3%, Platformer 9.9%

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 30.5%, Platformer 10.5%, Action RPG 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 9%

Jumper Jon is a 30-second metroidvania-style platforming adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 11.9%, Precision Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

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 14.7%, Platformer 9.2%, Action RPG 8.3%, 2D Platformer 7.1%

Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.6%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Action 7.2%

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 26.4%, Action RPG 12.7%, Platformer 12.1%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, 2D Platformer 8.8%

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 13.5%, Souls-like 13.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 9.3%

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 15.7%, Platformer 10.2%, Hand-drawn 7%, Horror 6.4%

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 30.6%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 9.2%, Horror 9.1%

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: Metroidvania 31.1%, Vampire 30.7% ★, Platformer 11.4%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Action 7.4%

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%, Hand-drawn 12%, Platformer 11.6%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Action-Adventure 7.8%

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 28.8%, Platformer 11.1%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Souls-like 10%, Action RPG 7.6%

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 26.6%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 12.8%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, 2D Platformer 9.2%

Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Sci-fi 6.7%

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 33.1%, Platformer 12.6%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Space 7.1%

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 12.4%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Hand-drawn 8.3%, Adventure 7.4%

『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 34.7%, Souls-like 13.4%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, 2D Platformer 9.2%

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 33.8%, Souls-like 17.1%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Platformer 7.8%, 2D Platformer 6.3%

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 27.8%, Souls-like 15.2%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Hand-drawn 12%, Platformer 10.8%

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 32.3%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Horror 9.1%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Platformer 7.5%

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 10.2%, 2D Platformer 8.9%

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: Vampire 23.6% ★, Metroidvania 20.6%, Survival Horror 10.8%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Platformer 7.2%

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 28.2%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Platformer 12.2%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, 2D Platformer 8.5%

Arise from the dead as the 'Cursed King' in an enthralling action platformer. Wield the chains that once imprisoned you to vanquish foes and traverse your fallen kingdom. Uncover hidden areas, strategically level up, and reclaim your throne by banishing colossal bosses!

Why similar: Vampire 23.4% ★, Metroidvania 19.3%, Precision Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 9.4%, Action RPG 8.4%

A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Platformer 16.4%, Precision Platformer 9.8%, Adventure 6.9%, Exploration 6.4%

Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 16.8%, Platformer 11.9%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Side Scroller 8.9%

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 24.4%, Platformer 14.7%, Action RPG 11.1%, Precision Platformer 8.8%, Action 8.3%

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 31.3%, Souls-like 11.6%, Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Precision Platformer 7.8%