- #1 Adira Nusantara
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Arraubi Gameware
Windows
Master authentic Silat combat as Adira, a fierce heroine battling flesh-eating monsters to break a curse on her village. Experience a unique fantasy world rich with South-East Nusantara culture, stunning visuals, and an evolving arsenal of powerful weapons. Prepare for an unforgettable journey!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.2%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Metroidvania 14.8%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Adventure 11%
- #2 Axiom Verge 2
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 978 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Platformer 11.6%, Action 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9.6%
- #3 Medo do Escuro
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: José Carlos Buesso JuniorPub: Zap Game Studio
Windows
In Medo do Escuro (Fear of the Dark), you follow Bianca, a 6-year-old girl who needs to explore a haunted house on a journey to rescue her stuffed bunny named Apep.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.6%, Metroidvania 13.5%, Adventure 12.2%, Platformer 12.1%, Action 11.8%
- #4 Stargazer
95% matchMixed65% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: Emerald Wizard Studios
Windows · Mac
Jaxx Fury returns to his hometown as the last hope against the dark wizard Nachtengel. With bravery and determination, he must save his people and fulfill his destiny. Guided by Nala, navigate the cursed town's labyrinth and defeat Nachtengel. The town's fate depends on you!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.7%, Metroidvania 15.3%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10.3%
- #5 Shroomwalker
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rise Dev
Windows
A roguelite metroidvania set in a hidden realm kept from you for years. Explore, fight, and evolve as a fungal wanderer able to absorb the abilities of your enemies to survive in a world decaying from within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 15.9%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Platformer 12.5%, Action 11%
- #6 Breaking Gates
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 114 reviews2020
Dev: Ylun GamesPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
Intense 2D action with special attacks, aerial combos, and customizable combat in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Upgrade your skills, forge new items, discover secret paths, and face challenging enemies on a journey to save the kingdom!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.1%, Metroidvania 15.1%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Platformer 8.2%
- #7 Phil's Contract
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: shpeelock
Windows
Phil's Contract is a 2D platformer with fast-paced movement, unique movesets and varied gameplay styles. Featuring charming, yet grimy pixel art inspired from the likes of flash animations.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.9%, Side Scroller 15.2%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
- #8 Bushiden
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel Arc Studios
Windows
Your sister has vanished and rumors swirl that Gaoh has been resurrected with an evil army at his command. Explore for cybernetic upgrades until you are powerful enough to defeat the diabolic Gaoh and his cybergenetic army once and for all in this futuristic, action platformer!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.2%, Metroidvania 18%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Nonlinear 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #9 Red's Ascent
91% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Özgür ÇallıPub: Bitmon Studios
Windows
Red's Ascent will take you on a challenging journey with an action-packed roguelike loop. Every death is an opportunity to respawn and try again, stronger than before. As you battle various enemies in different environments, you'll uncover the reasons behind your actions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.5%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Platformer 9.8%
- #10 Death´s Blossom
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Death´s Blossom Team
Windows
The whispers of lost souls cry out for salvation, and you answer their call. Fight your way through Castle Kafka, purge the corruption of the Withered Bloom, and master fast-paced hack-and-slash combat in this 2.5D action metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 16.8%, Action 16.4%, Platformer 15.2%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Adventure 14.2%
- #11 Kong: Survivor Instinct
90% matchMostly Positive74% of 374 reviews2024
Dev: 7Levels
Windows
When giant monsters fight, no one’s safe. Embark on a thrilling quest of survival in a city that’s become a battleground for Titans. Use the lethal strength of Kong and other monsters to your own advantage in this official Monsterverse game set shortly after the events of Godzilla vs. Kong.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.9%, Metroidvania 21.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
- #12 The VIllage of Eri
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GhoulSoftware
Windows
A metroidvenia rouglike platformer RPG.Explore the world as you upgrade your character, buy gear, solve puzzles and save villagers.Fight hordes of monsters in the hopes of learning more about the world and yourself.Gain bonuses for every building you restore and every villager you save.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.2%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Roguelite 10.3%, Platformer 10%
- #13 Roar of Revenge
89% matchVery Positive94% of 63 reviews2021
Dev: SEEP
Windows
A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.3%, Hack and Slash 12%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Side Scroller 10%
- #14 Rasta Santa
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Deluxe Studios
Windows · Mac
You’re Rasta Santa, an undercover cop disguised as Santa, waging war on traffickers. Shoot, slash, raid hideouts, rescue children, and defend the orphanage in a high-skill 2D action-platformer.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.1%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Action 12.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Adventure 11%
- #15 Platformer Helmet
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: RPN Indie Developer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Achaapur is taken hostage by a local gangster Gundam. You are the only hope left. Each helmet has a unique super power. Switch between different helmets to use those powers. Fight against different goons of Gundam. A Platformer game that has fights and platforming action.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.1%, Action 12.5%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Adventure 10.9%, Hack and Slash 10.2%
- #16 Abyss Odyssey
87% matchMixed63% of 2,539 reviews2014
Dev: ACE TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
From indie Chilean developer ACE Team comes a new side-scrolling action adventure game featuring a complex fighting engine in procedurally generated levels that destines its three warriors to battle a different abyss each time! Choose your hero and also learn to possess your enemies in the abyss…
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.9%, Beat 'em up 16.1%, Platformer 14.4%, Metroidvania 11.8%, Action 10.9%
- #17 Mandelarium
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Erike MirandaPub: Mandorla Studios
Windows
Mandelarium is a haunting metroidvania. As Mandorlalmond, master skills to survive demonic ambushes in decaying cities and eerie landscapes. Uncover treasures, quests, and deep, dark lore as you battle kings of vices. Tread cursed realms, slay demonic hordes, and rip forbidden tales.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.5%, Metroidvania 16.9%, Hack and Slash 12%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Platformer 9.4%
- #18 Dungeon Dot Ruby
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IIShots Entertainment
Windows
Delve into the Master Dungeon as you explore the unyielding tunnels from a top-down view or hop and bop through expansive caverns in 2d-sidescrolling action! Danger and discovery are to be found wherever you are in this retro-style adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
- #19 PoopSentai
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Queen's Chapel Entertainment
Windows
Protect the mission : It's The Oranger destiny! This is a Retro Pixel side-scrolling action game. Choose your fighter, choose your level freely! Defeat the Kaijin and protect the important mission! It’s up to you to ensure everything goes smoothly. Go, go, Oranger !
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Side Scroller 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
- #20 Blade of the Netherworld
83% matchMostly Positive78% of 155 reviews2024
Dev: DuDu Games
Windows
Blade of the Netherworld is a fast-paced 2D Roguelite platformer. Don divine masks as a Yin-Yang Enforcer, slashing through the underworld to defeat gods, demons, and spirits. Combine a variety of items, master combat skills, and create limitless, high-speed carnage with a free-form action system.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 16.3%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Action Roguelike 12.4%, Platformer 9.1%, 2D Platformer 8.9%
- #21 SoulSwap
82% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: SoulSwap
Windows
Defeat enemies and take over their bodies to fight on. A dark fantasy 2D action roguelite where you transform into a new being with every monster you slay.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.3%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Metroidvania 15%, Adventure 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.1%
- #22 Abstracto
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: PraetorGames
Windows
Abstracto is a Retro-Inspired, Hack N' Slash, Combat-Oriented Platformer, with a deep combat system that lets you play your way. Play as Forte a blue square on a quest to defeat the evil Immotus and save the strange land of the Abstract.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.8%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
- #23 Ghost Trap: Underworld
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WilhelmGStudios
Windows
John Ghost is back with a vengeance in this retro-metroidvania. But this time, he's going to hell. Explore the underworld, face its horrors, and fight to bring peace to the tortured souls of your loved ones.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17%, Platformer 14%, Action 13.7%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Adventure 11.9%
- #24 Ataraxie
81% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Studio Gravenoire
Windows · Linux
ATARAXIE, in the pure style of retro games, ties itself with the SNES Gaming era and embrace difficulty, for it wishes to give experienced gamers/players the test they are really looking for!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Action 14.6%, Platformer 14.5%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Adventure 12.5%
- #25 Mikene's Aspects
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hugo LaionPub: Dream Stories
Windows
Guide Mikene in the search for the 7 Aspects of Balance to achieve Omnipotence and put an end to the problem plaguing the city of Farzin once and for all. Dive into hordes of enemies in this frantic hack n' slash in the best Soulslike style!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 17.5%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Platformer 13.4%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%
- #26 CHAM THE CAT ADVENTURE
79% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Jump, punch, and whip enemies as you guide Cham the Cat through her action packed treasure hunt in this retro action platformer!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.2%, Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Side Scroller 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%
- #27 Deus Exia
79% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Rune Game Dev
Windows
“Before your planet gets blown into smithereens, take this sword and protect yourself.” Embark on a colorful 2D pixel action adventure in Deus Exia! Slash, parry and combo through four distinct lands. Collect cards and skills to craft powerful builds — then overcome deadly enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.3%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%
- #28 Ulimek
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Adrian Corpuz
Windows
Ulimek is a fast-paced platformer where you dash through the levels as fast (or as chill) as you like using a similar hookshot mechanic.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.7%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.6%
- #29 Valeria the Pagan Priestess
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Skynet Games
Windows
Valeria the Pagan Priestess is a savage and sexy celebration of old-school dark fantasy themes, modernized with visceral hack-and-slash combat!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.1%, Metroidvania 18.2%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 10.4%
- #30 FighTurd
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crabs Cove
Windows
Become #1 while being a #2! Play as an unlikely hero in this quirky action-platformer! Leap into a humorous adventure through dangerous environments, battle creative foes, and master combat as you search for your missing friends.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.2%, Action 13.8%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Adventure 12.1%, Platformer 10.9%
- #31 Dream Knight
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: Starword Games
Windows
Welcome to "Dream Knight", this is a highly playable ACT+Rougelike game. You will play 4 heroes with different playstyles, experience bloody battles, and grow stronger in countless reincarnations. 6 major levels/massive skill branches/huge weapon system, enjoy the fantasy world!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 17.9%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Action Roguelike 12.3%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Adventure 8.6%
- #32 River City: Rival Showdown
76% matchMixed54% of 188 reviews2023
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
River City Ransom is back, rebuilt from the ground up! Rekindle old rivalries and relive past rumbles through a completely revamped story!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.5%, Metroidvania 12.7%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Hack and Slash 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #33 Garden Souls
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Statera StudioPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
Garden Souls is a 2D action roguelite focused on fast combat, stylish combos and build crafting. Choose one of the four Garden Princesses, unlock new strikes, combine elements and adapt your combat style each run to face corrupted floral biomes and stop the Mandragora.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.5%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelite 9.5%, Platformer 6.3%
- #34 Veredilia: The Sacred Forest
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gigabyte Studios
Windows
Discover the large forest of Veredilia with three different characters as you fight your way like a pro in your quest to save The Sacred Forest from impending doom in this 2D bloody combat action platformer.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.7%, Platformer 13.7%, Action 13.6%, Adventure 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.1%
- #35 Bladeforged: The Seventh Sword
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devaholics Desenvolvimento LTDA
Windows
Bladeforged: The Seventh Sword is a fast-paced 2D pixel art Metroidvania. Wield a versatile guardian blade and a high-tech bracelet to execute fluid combo cancels, parry ruthless abstract enemies, and explore the interconnected world of Regis to stop a cosmic multiversal invasion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Platformer 16.5%, Action 15.9%, Adventure 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.2%
- #36 Solaris: Good Harvest
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moving Pixels
Windows
A humble farmer sets out to rescue his chicken from monstrous abductors. Punch, slash, and parkour your way through elemental-infused chaos in this fast-paced 2D action-platformer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.5%, Platformer 15.3%, Action 15.3%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Adventure 13.3%
- #37 SatelliteMemory(サテライトメモリー)
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hositubu Store
Windows
SatelliteMemory is a game that combines a unique atmosphere with item collection elements and simple, nostalgic 2D side-scrolling action. The protagonist, who looks like a cute little creature, steadily explores a part of the universe drawn in 2D pixel art.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.3%, Action 14.4%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Adventure 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%
- #38 Project Evolve
73% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: John "Active" Pelayo
Windows
Take control of Azula in this action-packed beat-em-up adventure game, where you will recover your abilities as you progress through the simulation. Use close combat attacks and powerful electrical strikes to defeat your enemies and reach the end!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.9%, Side Scroller 16%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
- #39 Onikira - Demon Killer
75% matchMostly Negative39% of 379 reviews2015
Dev: Digital Furnace Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Onikira is a 2D side scrolling beat ‘em up set in a fantasy feudal Japan where the player takes on the role of a samurai fighting to prevent the forces of the Japanese underworld from breaking through into the world of the living.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.1%, Action 18.4%, Adventure 15.9%, Platformer 15.8%, Hack and Slash 14.1%
- #40 Oblation
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Deniz Yanar
Windows
Oblation is a story rich rogue like which main character can use his blood as a weapon.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.7%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Action 11.1%, Action-Adventure 11%, Adventure 8.9%
- #41 Elijah and the Out of this World Adventure
73% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: PDS Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A sci-fi action game that explores the great sites of Ohio!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.8%, Metroidvania 14.7%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Action Roguelike 10.7%, Conspiracy 9.6% ★
- #42 River City Saga: Journey to the West
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 34 reviews2026
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
River City's First Roguelike Built for Solo Play. Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, Sha Wujing, and Tang Sanzang, all of the main characters are Kunio!! A wild, exhilarating comedy action adventure where they all set out for Tianzhu.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.7%, Action Roguelike 18.9%, Roguelite 11.4%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Action 7.7%
- #43 Fujiwara Phoenix
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Twin Phoenix Interactive
Windows
In this metroidvania Touhou fan game, burn a path through Gensokyo as Fujiwara no Mokou with a powerful array of unlockable abilities, but exercise caution as they will burn you right back. Merciless aggression is the key; with defeating enemies as the only way to restore precious hp.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.6%, Metroidvania 26.5%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 11.3%, Action 7.2%
- #44 Vassoul
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dragon Punch
Windows
A pixel art character action game focused on style and flow. Keep your combos going with a varied move set and character switching to get the highest grade possible. Also make sure you look dope while doing it.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.5%, Metroidvania 15.1%, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
- #45 Iaijutsu
71% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Isaac Taylor
Windows
In this retro action game, the player controls a mysterious ronin, navigating the rooftops and alleys of a rainy city as they are hunted by a team of elite assassins.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.8%, Platformer 13.3%, Action 13.2%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, 2D Platformer 10.9%
- #46 Seed Hunter 猎源
71% matchMixed67% of 403 reviews2020
Dev: Wolf KnightPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Seed Hunter is a 2D Platformer with Roguelite element. You’re the alien finding the missing source around universe, but you get into some trouble on the planet of Earth.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.5%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Roguelite 10.7%, Platformer 10.1%
- #47 Aussie Bogan Hero
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snag Swag Studios
Windows
G’day mates! In this crackin’ 2D metroidvania, Aussie Bogan Hero sees Davo, a mullet-wearing, beer-loving legend, battle corporate goons and freaky creatures to reopen his pub and save Dusty Springs. 'Cause sometimes, it takes a legend in a singlet to save the day.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.1%, Metroidvania 21.3%, Platformer 13.9%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Action 8.2%
- #48 Ascendant
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 221 reviews2014
Dev: Hapa Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Ascendant is the unforgiving beat 'em up in which you are a demigod invading a world controlled by your rivals. Choose your fate by discovering Blessings, equipping mighty weapons and spells, and learning to survive in this brutal realm. Only the most impressive warriors have a chance of victory.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.2%, Platformer 18.2%, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Roguelite 10.9%, Action 9.2%
- #49 Mr Bear Goes to Washington
69% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Silent Planet Games
Windows · Mac
A satirical hand-drawn 2D action platformer where a grizzly bear runs, jumps, and mauls his way through enemies in solo or local co-op. Blending fast-paced combat and platforming with a nostalgic, poster-inspired art style, every level feels handcrafted and full of character.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 17.8%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action 12.2%, Metroidvania 8.4%
- #50 Flaming Trails - Lost Ember
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PiepsSoft
Windows
At the end of time, an ancient, familiar evil awakens, threatening the remaining life in the universe.
Why similar: Platformer 16.4%, Adventure 15.9%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Action 15.3%, 2D Platformer 10.9%
- #51 Kingless Dungeon
68% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2025
Dev: G3 Studio
Windows
《Kingless Dungeon》 is a 2D hack and slash platformer where you control the Shadow Prince, a warrior with no memory. Fight undead enemies, discover your skills, and explore this deep dungeons filled with traps and secrets. Can you reclaim your memories and escape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.3%, Platformer 15.2%, Action 15%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.3%
- #52 Harvester of the dead
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TOMAGameStudio
Windows
Uncover the dark story of the 'Harvester of the Dead' in this pixel art Metroidvania. Battle infernal bosses, explore mysterious worlds, gain experience, and unlock powerful spells as you fight to close the gates of hell!
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.2%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 11%
- #53 TRON: Catalyst
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 130 reviews2025
Dev: Bithell GamesPub: Big Fan Games
Windows · Mac
Dive back into Disney's iconic TRON universe and explore the Arq Grid, a server on the brink of collapse. Meet new and interesting characters, influence warring factions, and unlock intriguing mysteries as you immerse yourself in this thrilling all-new TRON storyline.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.5%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action 16%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Adventure 13.6%
- #54 Undying Soul
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MipuDevs
Windows
Undying Soul is a 2D action roguelite focused on fluid combat, character swapping, and broken build crafting. Choose your allies, combine their abilities, discover powerful synergies and adapt your playstyle to overcome deadly foes and reclaim your shattered soul.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.4%, Roguelite 14.2%, Metroidvania 13.2%, Hack and Slash 9.1%, Action 8.7%
- #55 Koitsugi: Legend of the Water Guardian
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blindkat Studios
Windows
Play as Kaida, a koi who is reluctantly thrown in to save, not just her pond, but the entire river from a poison that turns the habitants into raged filled monsters. In this story driven action-adventure you will slug it out with some of these river dwellers, friend and foe, to save your home!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Side Scroller 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.2%
- #56 Transiruby
67% matchVery Positive92% of 309 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Hack and Slash 10.1%, Platformer 9.8%
- #57 Rogue Explorer
69% matchMixed55% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Zoo Corporation
Windows
Pixel Art Hack & Slash Roguelike Action! Do you dare to discover what awaits you deep in the abyss? Explore randomly generated dungeons in a roguelike action experience. Hack and slash enemies, acquire loot, and obtain enhancements to your existing equipment. Start your exploration now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.7%, Action Roguelike 17%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Action 11.2%
- #58 RWBY: Arrowfell
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 366 reviews2022
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Dive into an explosive new RWBY adventure! Instantly switch between Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang, and use their weapons and Semblances to battle a mysterious new threat in this in-canon story set during RWBY Volume 7! Featuring a new song by Jeff Williams with vocals by Casey Lee Williams!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.7%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Side Scroller 10.7%
- #59 DEAD DAYLIGHT
65% matchVery Positive88% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: KARMIU
Windows
"DEADDAYLIGHT" is a side-scrolling platform action-adventure game.Developed independently by a single person. It tells the dark story of a protagonist who wakes up from a nightmare about the plague during a plague after the gods abandoned the earth, and then return to the Cathedral of Holy Light.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.1%, Metroidvania 15.8%, Hack and Slash 12%, Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.8%