Games Like Infernax

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Retro 13.6%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the 8-bit retro aesthetic and challenging action-platforming that inspired Infernax.

Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Retro 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the high-quality retro action formula with improved mechanics and multiple playable characters.

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 43.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Violent 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Gore 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the dark, gritty atmosphere and brutal combat that makes Infernax so compelling.

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 37.6%, Violent 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Gore 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines gothic horror aesthetics with precise metroidvania exploration and challenging combat.

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 41%, Side Scroller 14%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Fantasy 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Refines the original's metroidvania exploration and combat, offering a deeper and more polished experience.

The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.8%, Retro 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Action 5.8%, Dark Fantasy 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A direct homage to classic 8-bit action games with a dark, atmospheric world that feels very similar to Infernax.

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: Metroidvania 42.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, RPG 9.1%, Side Scroller 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a rich dark-fantasy world with challenging bosses and significant RPG elements.

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: Metroidvania 45.1%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, RPG 8.2%, Side Scroller 5.9%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, dark-fantasy 2D souls-like experience with complex RPG progression systems.

Embark on a quest for revenge in Lords of Exile, an 8-bit side-scrolling action platformer set in the far Lands of Exilia. With classic retro mechanics and linear level design in 8-bit graphics.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 24.3%, Retro 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Gore 11.9%, 2D 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that channels the spirit of classic 8-bit side-scrollers.

UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, RPG 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, dark-fantasy souls-like that focuses on tight combat and exploration.

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 50.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A visually striking, dark-fantasy metroidvania that emphasizes challenging combat and a somber narrative.

Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 12%, RPG 7.1%, Choices Matter 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric metroidvania with a heavy focus on souls-like combat and gothic storytelling.

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 60.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.8%, Dark 5.7%, 2D 4.4%, Multiple Endings 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful, melancholic art and a rewarding metroidvania loop centered on challenging boss encounters.

Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action-adventure game that emphasizes exploration and classic platforming mechanics.

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.9%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Dark 7.9%, Action 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique combat system and a surreal, dark world that rewards exploration and mastery.

Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

Why similar: Violent 13.5%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Gore 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Action 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, gory, and pixel-perfect action game that shares the intense difficulty of Infernax.

Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Retro 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A solid metroidvania that blends pixel-art aesthetics with challenging platforming and combat.

As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, RPG 9%, Violent 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-stakes combat and dark-fantasy world-building within a 2D framework.

Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Violent 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy metroidvania that leans heavily into souls-like difficulty and exploration.

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 68.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.4%, Action 6.4%, Adventure 3.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a vibrant, action-packed metroidvania experience with distinct character classes and RPG depth.

Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Violent 11.8%, Gore 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines visceral gore and RPG progression in a classic metroidvania structure.

Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.6%, Retro 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Action 5.8%, 2D 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern metroidvania that captures the spirit of classic action-adventure games with pixel-art visuals.

Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Violent 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 11%, RPG 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A grim, souls-like metroidvania that emphasizes religious themes and challenging combat encounters.

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 49%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, RPG 9.9%, Fantasy 7.6%, 2D 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A polished metroidvania that pays homage to classic titles with fluid movement and combat.

Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Dark 10%, RPG 9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving in a classic 2D style.

After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.1%, Retro 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-style metroidvania that focuses on exploration and uncovering the mysteries of a desolate world.

Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Violent 15.8%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Dark 7.3%

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 59.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, RPG 6.4%, 2D 5.3%, Side Scroller 4.1%

Batbarian: Testament of the Primordials is a snarky action-adventure puzzle game with a good dose of humor. Explore hundreds of secret-filled rooms, fight big bosses, gather companions for your party and use the powers of Pip—your bat buddy—to solve puzzles and escape the eldritch abyss!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Retro 10.2%, RPG 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique action-adventure game that blends metroidvania exploration with puzzle-solving and RPG elements.

Hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan in Chronicles of the Wolf! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo in this epic adventure featuring brutal bosses, vast castles, and secrets to uncover. Narration by the legendary Robert Belgrade and other special appearances!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Retro 7%

Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Retro 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Old School 8.6%

Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!

Why similar: Metroidvania 51.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Action 5.9%, Adventure 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and environmental interaction in a retro-inspired setting.

A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Retro 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 8%, RPG 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled metroidvania that incorporates souls-like difficulty and dark-fantasy lore.

You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, RPG 15.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Action 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging action-RPG that emphasizes exploration and boss combat in a 2D world.

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 63.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Retro 8%, Action 3.8%, 2D 3.8%

Defeat the mage Kalinur and bring peace back to the kingdom in this mini metroidvania with a lot of action.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Retro 8.2%, Action 6.7%

Demoniaca - is a dark, gothic, mature and sexy action RPG inspired by the Castlevania series. Explore, fight, meet new friends and avenge those who brought you unbearable pain and loss.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Violent 14.4%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Gore 7.6%

Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, RPG 8%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Action 4.5%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Fantasy 8.2%, Action 4.5%

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 61.8%, Side Scroller 10.5%, RPG 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, Action 4.9%

Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets!

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Retro 9.6%, RPG 6.7%, Action 5.1%

Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.9%, RPG 10.7%, 2D 9.5%, Adventure 8.2%

Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, RPG 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

A deadly plague known as erosion broke out in the land of Elworth. It corrupted all life, bringing pain and destruction – Idonia, as the knight accepting the bloodthirsty imprint set out on a path to redemption, exterminating plague minions and destroying ancient evils

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Violent 10.1%, RPG 6.8%, Gore 6.2%

Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.1%, RPG 21.3%, Pixel Graphics 19.5%, Choices Matter 9.6%, 2D 9.2%

Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.5%, RPG 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 7%, Adventure 6.7%, 2D 6.5%

Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.1%, Retro 23.3%, RPG 15.3%, Old School 14.7%, Action 8.2%

A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action 8.5%, Adventure 8.4%, Indie 5.5%

Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 35.8%, Pixel Graphics 21.5%, Violent 15.3%, 2D 8.4%, Action 7.3%

Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Retro 14%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, RPG 7.1%

Cast into the Great Well, unwanted by the world above. You delve the dark in search of the Old One, your last salvation. Lunacid is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by Shadow Tower and King’s Field.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 30.8%, Metroidvania 26.3%, Retro 17.4%, RPG 11.9%, Violent 6%

Saint Slayer is an NES-style 2D action game, featuring loads of stages, enemies, and gore set against the backdrop of late-17th century Europe. Play as the ex-soldier Rudiger and wield the Spear of Sacrilege as you save the Holy Roman Empire from the corrupt Catholic priest Father Pacer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Retro 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 36.8%, Pixel Graphics 24.6%, Action 7.4%, Violent 6.6%, Indie 6.4%

Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Action 5.2%

Play as a fearsome knight on a journey filled with challenges. Use a variety of abilities and powerups to take down enemies in an abandoned, torn by war castle.

Why similar: Violent 25.8%, Adventure 19.6%, Indie 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Dark 13.5%

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 28.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Violent 10.1%, Action 9.4%

Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets.

Why similar: Side Scroller 32.5%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, 2D 8.2%, Multiple Endings 7.9%

Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50%, Dark 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Supernatural 10%, 2D 5.5%

A dark fantasy action adventure where you unbury a tale of intimacy and violence in order to cleanse a demonic infestation from a once-beautiful land.

Why similar: Violent 27%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, RPG 13.8%, Gore 13.8%, Action 8%

Take a father’s journey to hell in order to save the souls of his wife and child. Insanity's Blade: The Chronicles of Thurstan is the first in a series of games based around the journey of a sword possessed by a father's powerful grief and hatred. This is the tale of the sword's creation.

Why similar: Violent 25.4%, Retro 15.1%, Gore 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%