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  1. #1 LUNARIS
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Richard BuenoPub: Two Void Studios
    Windows

    LUNARIS is a 2D metroidvania with fast and fluid combat. Defeat brutal bosses, unlock new abilities. Master jumps, dashes, and precise strikes as you traverse the dangerous ruins of the Mountains of Kaliman in an adrenaline-filled abandoned world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 18.4%, Difficult 12.5%, Platformer 11.1%, Hack and Slash 7.4%

  2. #2 Mother's Sword
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Monsitle
    Windows

    Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.

    Why similar: Souls-like 31.9%, Metroidvania 30%, Hack and Slash 9.1%, Platformer 7%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  3. #3 Coral & The Abyss
    96% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Intrugli Games
    Windows · Linux

    Explore a shattered, interconnected world filled with hidden secrets, challenging enemies, lost memories, and the eerie remnants of a failed mission.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 20.6%, Difficult 12.8%, Hack and Slash 9.1%, Dungeon Crawler 7.7%

  4. #4 Uncured
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: EndRealm
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Uncured, Unhinged, Unyielding. In this unique roguelike platformer you slash your path through masses of infectuous beasts, relentless constructs of steel, and corrupt militaries that stand between you and the antivirus. Begin your journey to the heart of the capital before the time runs out.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 22.5%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Platformer 9.1%, Post-apocalyptic 8.4%

  5. #5 DREIFRAME
    94% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
    Dev: MrDrone
    Windows

    Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 26.9%, Difficult 14%, Platformer 11.1%, Multiple Endings 3.5%

  6. #6 SHADE Protocol
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Little Legendary
    Windows · Linux

    SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Souls-like 26.2%, Difficult 13.7%, Platformer 11.1%, Multiple Endings 4.7%

  7. #7 Anokye
    93% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Mills Media
    Windows

    Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Souls-like 26%, Difficult 17%, Platformer 8.4%, Adventure 3.3%

  8. #8 Foregone
    92% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 22%, Difficult 12.3%, Platformer 12.1%, Hack and Slash 7.5%

  9. #9 Lightward
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wolfbit Games
    Windows · Mac

    Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Souls-like 29.9%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Action 4.1%

  10. #10 Fire in the Beastlands
    91% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2021
    Dev: Chimney Castle
    Windows

    Explore the danger and mystery of a fallen land, whose hidden wonders are shrouded and marred by the stranglehold of wickedness. In "Fire in the Beastlands," you are thrust into a world beyond the brink, blamed for its waywardness, and confronted with the choice between revenge and redemption.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 21.2%, Difficult 11.7%, Dungeon Crawler 10.7%, Hack and Slash 10.4%

  11. #11 Shieldbound
    90% 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 26.4%, Souls-like 24.5%, Difficult 13.7%, Platformer 10.3%, Combat 5.3%

  12. #12 Souldiers
    89% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Difficult 13.7%, Souls-like 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

  13. #13 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
    89% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
    Dev: Planet Tobor
    Windows

    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 25.1%, Souls-like 24.4%, Difficult 10.6%, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Platformer 9%

  14. #14 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
    88% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
    Dev: Innocent Soul
    Windows

    Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Souls-like 26.5%, Difficult 14.9%, Platformer 11.3%, Multiple Endings 4.7%

  15. #15 Evolvania
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: IV Productions
    Windows

    Explore a colossal creature by blending in with the environment and enemies. Evolve and gain new powers in this hand-drawn metroidvania where you can experience a unique adventure or create your own with a special level editor.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Souls-like 22.4%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 8.9%, Hack and Slash 8.1%

  16. #16 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
    Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

    Why similar: Souls-like 42.6%, Metroidvania 28.3%, Difficult 7%, Platformer 5.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%

  17. #17 Intertwined
    85% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: VoidNode
    Windows · Mac

    Choose between Seren and Umbra, two warriors who despise each other. Armed with a spear that can strike in any direction, explore a fractured world, uncover the truth behind your bond, and hunt down the one person you must destroy. Desperate for Separation~Forever Intertwined

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Souls-like 26.8%, Difficult 16.3%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D 3.3%

  18. #18 Unworthy
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 842 reviews2018
    Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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 35.4%, Souls-like 35.1%, Difficult 11.2%, RPG 5%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

  19. #19 Moonscars
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Souls-like 28.5%, Platformer 7.8%, Hack and Slash 7%, Action-Adventure 5.7%

  20. #20 Astronium
    84% matchPositive90% of 41 reviews2022
    Dev: LukeThePolicePub: The Council
    Windows

    Astronium is a metroidvania with souls-like aspects, with a focus on combat and on getting weapons. Defeat strong enemies, survive ambushes, explore diferent biomes and meet interesting individuals on this hostile planet

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 22.9%, Difficult 16.1%, Combat 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

  21. #21 Salt and Sanctuary
    83% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

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

    Why similar: Souls-like 46.2%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Difficult 11%, Platformer 5.8%, RPG 3.2%

  22. #22 Inside The Crystal Mountain
    82% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: Intrugli Games
    Windows · Linux

    Inside The Crystal Mountain is a difficult action-adventure game with fast-paced combat and soulslike elements where you explore a mysterious world filled with ambiguous characters and challenging enemies.

    Why similar: Souls-like 27.7%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Dungeon Crawler 14.1%, Difficult 13.9%, Action-Adventure 7.3%

  23. #23 Last Vanguard
    81% matchVery Positive86% of 91 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 29.2%, Souls-like 23.3%, Dungeon Crawler 13%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 9.3%

  24. #24 Stellar Poetry
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MXL-StudioPub: TrueColor Games
    Windows

    Stellar Poetry is a 2D action adventure game similar to the galaxy Castlevania. The sorceress, who awakens after sensing the call of a mysterious voice, goes on a series of adventures in order to find memories lost due to the curse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Souls-like 26.4%, Difficult 14.9%, Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 6.3%

  25. #25 Dumbriel: Magnificent Adventure in Hell
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MadMoa
    Windows

    Dumbriel is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure set in Hell. Play as a clumsy fallen angel in a twisted underworld. Slash, craft, and dodge through deadly arenas, weird monsters, and hellish traps. Die, upgrade, and dive back in.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 26.9%, Difficult 13.7%, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 5.4%

  26. #26 Lotus Knight
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stinky Tofu Games
    Windows · Mac

    Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Souls-like 32.4%, Platformer 15.6%, 2D 4.3%, Action 3.8%

  27. #27 Dimension Rift Zero
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MrDyvik
    Windows

    Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Souls-like 27.5%, Difficult 15.5%, Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 3.3%

  28. #28 Ex Angelus
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
    Windows

    Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, RPG 4%

  29. #29 Steel Flood
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Egobounds
    Windows

    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 30.2%, Souls-like 27.9%, Difficult 14.1%, Platformer 11.7%, Multiple Endings 4.7%

  30. #30 Crownless
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio Wallnut
    Windows

    Carry your life as a fragile crown in Crownless! An epic action adventure built for exploration and punchy combat. Explore a vast hand-crafted 2D world, uncover forgotten realms, and dash, swim, and forge your way through the unknown.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Souls-like 26.8%, Platformer 14.5%, Action-Adventure 4.7%, Action 4.5%

  31. #31 Omen Fall
    77% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: WITCHCRAFT VIDEO GAME Ltd.
    Windows

    Omen Fall is an action-packed, story-driven fantasy adventure game that draws players into a past woven with forgotten agreements. Fight against the darkness in this 2D metroidvania experience presented with pixel art graphics.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 21.4%, Difficult 12.2%, Hack and Slash 8.8%, Platformer 8.7%

  32. #32 Full Moon
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ISGames
    Windows

    Explore a pyramid full of misteries while fighting against the dark forces. Chain your attacks in a fast paced combat system full of stylish combo. Fuse and equip the skills you find to forge your own path.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 22.4%, Hack and Slash 14%, Difficult 11.3%, Platformer 7.2%

  33. #33 Custodian: Beginning of the End
    77% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2021
    Dev: Red-Pixel
    Windows

    Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Souls-like 23.7%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Difficult 12.3%, Platformer 9%

  34. #34 Umbra Sepulcri
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dead Pixel Games
    Windows

    You are a necromancer. The souls of the dead are your weapon. Push the limits of your combat skills in this story-driven, action packed Metroidvania. Enter in a dark world, where the sun's rays no longer heat up and evil creatures roam free in the night.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 23.2%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Difficult 12.6%, Platformer 7.7%

  35. #35 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
    74% matchVery Positive83% of 1,162 reviews2024
    Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Souls-like 22.3%, Difficult 13%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Platformer 9.4%

  36. #36 Solateria
    73% matchVery Positive85% of 331 reviews2026
    Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 28.1%, Difficult 15.9%, Platformer 8.6%, Multiple Endings 3.7%

  37. #37 Blasphemous
    75% matchVery Positive90% of 62,190 reviews2019
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Souls-like 27.6%, Difficult 8.6%, Gore 7.8%, Platformer 5.7%

  38. #38 Children of Birch
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: UvuikSmoniti
    Windows

    "Children of the Birch" is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the mythology of various Slavic peoples and combining a sophisticated platformer with a depressing narrative.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Souls-like 28.3%, Difficult 14.2%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D 3.3%

  39. #39 Miracle Corp.
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bonefish Games
    Windows

    Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Souls-like 28.3%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, RPG 5%

  40. #40 Obsidian Legion
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Palisade Games
    Windows

    Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Souls-like 30%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Platformer 6.8%, Combat 6.8%

  41. #41 Cryselts
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: B3N Games Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Cryselts is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania focused on exploration, modular suits, and ranged combat, set in a hostile world corrupted by a mutagenic threat. Join the Cryselts, an elite task force designed to protect the planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Souls-like 13.2%, Platformer 12.8%, Post-apocalyptic 11.9%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

  42. #42 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2026
    Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
    Windows

    A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 25.8%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Difficult 8.9%, Platformer 8.1%

  43. #43 Gedda Cake
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Flannel Bear Games
    Windows · Mac

    Gedda Cake is a metroidvania about Dragons and Cakes. Play as 6 characters with unique skills and playstyles, swap between them on the fly, battle dangerous foes and explore the vast sugar-coated lands of Sugria. Help them reclaim their invaded world and get The Cake!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Souls-like 26.5%, Difficult 14.7%, Platformer 11.2%, Funny 4.9%

  44. #44 Pale Cinder
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: OcO
    Windows

    Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 27.5%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Platformer 9.4%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

  45. #45 Loreninha Paints Dreams and Rainbows
    71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Eminho & Lorena Team
    Windows · Linux

    A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Souls-like 28.7%, Difficult 17.8%, Platformer 8.9%, Action-Adventure 5.1%

  46. #46 SpellTome
    71% 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 32.3%, Souls-like 29.7%, Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 6%, RPG 4.2%

  47. #47 Minoria
    71% matchVery Positive81% of 2,592 reviews2019
    Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Souls-like 23.2%, Difficult 11.1%, Hack and Slash 7.9%, Action 4.7%

  48. #48 Rune Fencer Illyia
    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Nootbox Games
    Windows

    Traverse a massive, ruined and beautiful world in this intense, atmospheric action platformer. Steal enemy abilities and fight them back with their own runic magic and deadly swordplay, as you attempt to find your lost twin sister in the sunken kingdom of Ithos.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 21.7%, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Difficult 10.2%, Platformer 10%

  49. #49 Dark Light
    70% matchMostly Positive78% of 734 reviews2022
    Dev: Mirari&Co.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Dark Light is a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk action-platformer with intense hack'n slash combat. Explore the unknown, enhance your abilities with cyberwares, and face off against supernatural entities to seal the Dark Void and end the eternal darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 26.8%, Platformer 8.9%, Gore 8.2%, Post-apocalyptic 7.9%

  50. #50 Hollow Knight
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 534,538 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Souls-like 25.9%, Difficult 14.6%, Platformer 11.1%, Multiple Endings 3.7%

  51. #51 Blasphemous 2
    68% matchVery Positive91% of 17,676 reviews2023
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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 23%, Souls-like 21.5%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Difficult 10.4%, Combat 7%

  52. #52 Cyan Breach
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ChiCheng Studio
    Windows

    Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Souls-like 23.1%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Combat 7.6%, Adventure 4.6%

  53. #53 Fading Light
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Punica Games
    Windows

    In a world of eternal darkness, navigate the unknown with only the glow of your companion, Spark. Craft arrows from the environment to survive, uncover lost secrets of an ancient world, and push forward through the shadows into hope. Will you find your way, or will the dark consume you?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Souls-like 19.6%, Platformer 14.4%, Difficult 12.4%, Action 4.1%

  54. #54 Momogatari
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sentori Studio
    Windows

    Explore the Yomi world with a sacred weapon that can change sword types. Fight different "Yokai" and challenge the "Kami" of this world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 21.1%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Difficult 10.7%, Platformer 8.4%

  55. #55 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
    67% matchMostly Positive79% of 129 reviews2025
    Dev: Brewed GamesPub: 1312 Interactive
    Windows

    Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 21.8%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Difficult 12.9%, Platformer 9.8%

  56. #56 Being and Becoming
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
    Windows

    Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Souls-like 26.8%, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  57. #57 Undying Hare
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 妖妖酒
    Windows

    Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 22.7%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Platformer 8.7%, Action-Adventure 5%

  58. #58 Templar
    66% matchPositive81% of 43 reviews2025
    Dev: Estudio 2Pastores
    Windows · Linux

    Templar is a 2D indie platformer and hack and slash game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 24.3%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 6.2%

  59. #59 Din of Sen
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Espy Games
    Windows

    Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Souls-like 27.8%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, RPG 6.2%, Horror 3.6%

  60. #60 Goldfish
    65% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Gabry Corti
    Windows

    Embark on a delirious journey in this metroidvania set on a pirate island where all the characters are sea animals.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Souls-like 29.5%, Platformer 8.5%, Action-Adventure 6.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

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