- #1 Ninja Brigade feat. Jonah Weingarten
97% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Impawsible Games
Windows
A fast-paced pixel art metroidvania, where the musician Jonah Weingarten is drawn to feudal Japan via an arcade station. Once there, he must face vicious yokai hordes and beat the game to return to his own era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Mythology 20.5%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Platformer 8.2%
- #2 Mira and the Legend of the Djinns
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: littleknightgamesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
An epic 2D pixel art style Metroidvania, inspired by Moroccan culture and spiritual traditions. Wield powerful ancient weapons and forge your way through unrelenting deserts, crumbling necropoli, floating islands and dangerous mountains as you try to uncover the secret of the last Djinn.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Mythology 27.4%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Combat 9.2%, Platformer 7.6%
- #3 Croakspire
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action-Adventure 10%, Exploration 6.3%, Combat 6%
- #4 Kodama: Slumber of the Gods
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VP Games
Windows
Kodama is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure set in the world of Japanese folklore. Experience fast-paced platforming, fluid combat, and a mystical journey through a colorful, spirit-filled land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Mythology 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Platformer 9%
- #5 Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU
94% matchVery Positive83% of 929 reviews2024
Dev: Surgent StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Mythology 20.3%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Platformer 6.8%, Adventure 4.9%
- #6 Sweet Dreams Dahlia
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2357 Steps
Windows
I wake beneath the ruins of a world built on dreams. I descend the shattered Tower, explore forgotten biomes, master ancient combat techniques, and face the consequences of my absence. Beautiful metroidvania about identity, guilt, and choice after the collapse of a powerful civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 8%, Platformer 7.7%, Combat 7.4%
- #7 The Tale of LUMI
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GamerXP Studio
Windows · Mac
The Tale of LUMI is a fast paced, metroidvania inspired, action game. Collect powers from Gods and Heroes. Upgrade your Skills. Defeat unyielding enemies. Explore LUMI and unveil the secrets that lie within this puzzling Kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Mythology 21.5%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 7.9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
- #8 Erandique
92% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Black Jack Game Studios
Windows
Erandique the indigenous hero!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Education 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Platformer 9.7%
- #9 Apotheon
91% matchVery Positive90% of 3,824 reviews2015
Dev: Alientrap
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Apotheon is a heroic action game set within the vibrant world of Ancient Greek Mythology. Ascend Mount Olympus, wrestle the divine powers from the Pantheon of Gods, and save mankind.
Why similar: Mythology 41.3%, Metroidvania 33%, Platformer 8.5%, Action 4.6%, Adventure 4.2%
- #10 Sinner's Tavern
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WoolCat Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sinner's Tavern is a metroidvania, focused on fast paced combat and interactions with quirky characters. Inspired by the Dante’s Inferno, help Oscar and his grandpa escape while they announce that Satan's tavern... is now open!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Mythology 19.9%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Platformer 7.3%
- #11 Cloud Seeker
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagniFish Studios
Windows
Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Platformer 10.8%, Action 6.2%
- #12 BeforeDisaster
89% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: SourGrapeGames
Windows
《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Combat 11%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Adventure 5.8%
- #13 Ariana and the Elder Codex
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Platformer 9.7%, Action 5.5%
- #14 Maze of Gods: Rage of Zeus
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FrameOver StudiosPub: Artax Games
Windows
In a world inspired by ancient Greek myths, a mediocre aspiring hero gets a second chance at life from Zeus. Lucius will explore an open 2D world, face creatures, solve puzzles and unlock skills. In his quest, he will earn the respect of the village and become a legend… or a legendary failure
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Mythology 18.9%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Action-Adventure 11%, Action 7.7%
- #15 Dystobel
87% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2024
Dev: Ken Davis
Windows
Seek the path to your freedom! Join to 84831 (Babel) on his journey to change the way his world is ruled. Dystobel is a metroidvania based on the change of powers with which you can dodge and nullify attacks, with multiple objects to discover and equip.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Mythology 20%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Platformer 7.3%
- #16 Dusted Dusk
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Exploration 7.5%, Platformer 6.7%
- #17 Maelstrom
86% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Platformer 6%, Combat 5.9%
- #18 地府行记
85% matchMixed45% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 地府开发商
Windows
In this game, you'll take on the role of a Taoist priest who traverses through the mysterious world of the afterlife in order to find his missing wife. They explore seven distinct realms, combat with various monsters, collect items, unlock new spells, unveil the truth behind the entire event.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Mythology 23.9%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Action 6.4%, Adventure 6.2%
- #19 Matachín
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jenofonte
Windows
Matachin, is a 2D video game of Metroidvania-type platforms, with digital illustration and its own music from the Pasto region in Colombia. Your goal is embark on a fantastic adventure full of mysteries for rescue a whole town from sadness releasing the spirit of carnival.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Mythology 21%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Platformer 11%, Adventure 8.3%
- #20 Shadow King
84% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2023
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Combat 6.1%, Platformer 5.5%
- #21 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
81% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Platformer 8%, Exploration 7.6%
- #22 Bread Adventure
82% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Platformer 10.5%, Combat 4.9%
- #23 Eris and the fading kingdom
83% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Sylvie Sweet
Windows
Eris And The Fading Kingdom is a 2D Metroidvania where you fight epic bosses, meet strange allies and uncover the secrets of the kingdom, consume enemies and items to gain new ability's and heal any damage you might have taken. All with a 2D hand drawn art style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Mythology 37.5%, Combat 5.4%, Action 3.4%, 2D 2.9%
- #24 Oblitus mortis
80% matchVery Positive95% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: Oblitus mortis
Windows
A Pixel art adventure inspired by the fascinating legends and myths of Venezuela. Enter a mysterious world where you will be the one to help this little Espanto solve the mystery of why all these creatures and lost souls are wandering the earth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Mythology 28.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Platformer 7.1%
- #25 PATHFINDER 08
82% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Exploration 7.8%, Adventure 4.7%
- #26 The Instruments Of Faith: Padua's Destiny
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boss Battle Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Instruments Of Faith Padua's Destiny is an epic apocalyptic 2D pixel Metroidvania fantasy action-adventure video game. Journey through the Universe as Young Padua, one of the 7 Guardian protectors of the Universe, to restore the balance of Good over Evil before it is too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Mythology 18%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Adventure 5.7%
- #27 BLIGHTWRECK
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mothware
Windows · Linux
Stuck at the bottom of the sea floor, escape a sunken ocean liner in this handcrafted 2D METROIDvania! Find powerful upgrades, and fight strange bosses. You may be isolated from your shipmates, but you're not alone...
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Platformer 9%, Exploration 8.8%
- #28 Mono
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Project Mono
Windows
『Mono』 is a 2D action game set in a monochrome world. Explore the land to enhance your abilities, defeat the formidable foes standing in your way, and resolve the crisis befalling this black-and-white realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, 2D Platformer 21.1%, Action 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Adventure 7.7%
- #29 Bladam Topaz
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Umbraverse Games
Windows
Bladam Topaz is a quirky 2D Metroidvania platformer about a young man collecting evidence for his highly flawed and questionable solutions to various life problems. Join Bladam as he travels all across the world and build your case for why you think your way is the best way!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Education 11.3%, Action 8.4%
- #30 Amalu, Wells between worlds
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IndieTech Studio
Windows
Amalu: Wells Between Worlds is a pixel-art 2D platformer, and Metroidvania blending Atmospheric exploration, Spell-casting puzzle mechanics, Amazigh/North African mythology and an emotional storytelling
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Mythology 14.1%, Exploration 8.5%, Platformer 8.2%
- #31 Shards of Memories
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Twelve Games
Windows
Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Platformer 5.9%, Indie 5%
- #32 Spirit Fusion
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Platformer 9.8%, Adventure 8.2%
- #33 Bruno: Lost In Nightmares
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bruno Batista
Windows
A Metroidvania game Where the player will have to face their worst nightmares With a sword, bow and arrow, and some secret powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Mythology 15.6%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Platformer 9.8%
- #34 Solaris: Good Harvest
76% 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 30%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Platformer 10.6%, Action 8.4%
- #35 Pipsqueak!
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pond Games PTY LTD
Windows
Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Combat 6.5%
- #36 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Platformer 10.9%, Action 8.4%
- #37 The Elderseed
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Talebound Games
Windows
Embark on an epic action adventure by unraveling the mystery of the Elder Seed and save the world from falling into chaos. Journey with Milo through colorful handcrafted lands, forests, caves and dungeons. Forge new weapons and encounter strange creatures who will help you throughout your journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Platformer 10.1%, Exploration 6.7%
- #38 Overbowed
73% matchVery Positive91% of 86 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
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 44.9%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Platformer 8.6%, Combat 6.4%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #39 EXIL
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mystic Clockwork Studio
Windows
A Mystical Anime-Inspired Metroidvania. Embark on an adventure through a mystical world full of magical creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Combat 8.5%, Action 6.5%
- #40 Voidwrought
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 884 reviews2024
Dev: PowersnakePub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 31.9%, Mythology 18.7%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Combat 8.2%, Platformer 6.5%
- #41 The Search: Lost Dreams
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gninjastudio
Windows
The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.6%, 2D Platformer 18%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Combat 6.7%, Action 6.1%
- #42 GoldFish Brain
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Indie 5.3%, Adventure 4.7%
- #43 Grapixo Arte em Guerra
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Akyoma StudioPub: MIRA AÇU
Windows
Scratch in a 2.5D world that blends hip hop aesthetics with action/platforming, where urban art has come to life. Explore dynamic environments, face cleaning robots, and uncover secrets of this vibrant world as you reclaim your identity in this intense and colorful adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 6.1%, Adventure 5.5%
- #44 Plague of Yamorn
71% matchPositive89% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: DozenByte
Windows
Cleanse the infected in Plague of Yamorn, a 2D metroidvania. Explore the ruined town of Yamorn and uncover the secrets behind its downfall. Find and craft new equipment, offensive and defensive items. Exploit the plagues empowering properties to gain new powers and abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Platformer 9.4%, Combat 7.1%
- #45 Earthblade
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows
You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Exploration 7.8%
- #46 Bleeding Deities
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: Duty Over
Windows
Embark on a journey through a hand-drawn world of Bleeding Deities inspired by ancient tribes and their beliefs. Unveil dark secrets, face ruthless challenges, and confront evil deities as you search for the Legendary Baktun Stone. Will you restore peace to your people?
Why similar: Mythology 25.3%, Metroidvania 25%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Combat 7.8%
- #47 Chibits
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PhatRobit
Windows · Mac
Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 7.8%, Action 4.8%
- #48 Babel
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cosmos Estúdios
Windows
Explore the enigmatic Tower of Babel in this epic action-platforming adventure with challenging combat. Unravel mysteries beyond time and face terrifying creatures in your quest to uncover the disappearance of all gods and demons.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Mythology 22.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Combat 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #49 Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Myrwood Games
Windows
Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate is a 2D action adventure set in the ancient land of Gorithia. Go from simple thief to magic wielding warrior as you battle your way through the fallen kingdom on your quest to find your lost brother in this sprawling fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, 2D Platformer 11%, Combat 9.8%, Platformer 9.6%, Exploration 7%
- #50 Ubirajara
73% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: WandersonPub: Grupo ODS
Windows
Come discover a world full of Brazilian cultural personalities, with several exclusive powers to be used strategically, play win and try to be the best by entering the world rank!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Platformer 11.1%, Adventure 9.2%
- #51 A Dream of Burning Sand
72% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Eldwood
Windows · Linux
Two girls travelling through the desert, fighting monsters and solving puzzles. An action-adventure exploration-based platformer game with lots of sidequests and more secrets than you will ever find.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Exploration 6.7%
- #52 EON: Reset
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team EON Reset
Windows
Explore EON Association in the wake of an apocalyptic disaster. Maneuver the artificial life EON-3033 to battle paranormal entities. Experience an exciting 2D combat in a world where elemental forces exist. Peel back the threads of ambiguous narrative and discover the secrets of time and fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Platformer 9.8%, Action 4.9%
- #53 Tyto
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dreamjob Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take flight and glide through a breathtaking world in this visually stunning platformer, where you play as a lost owlet searching for its family in a vast and perilous forest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Adventure 7.7%
- #54 Phaze Shift
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lord Mango Games
Windows
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.7%, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Combat 5.5%, Action-Adventure 5.4%
- #55 Battery Samurai
68% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Matthewstone
Windows
Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, 2D Platformer 18%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Adventure 5.8%
- #56 Shadow Labyrinth
65% matchMixed57% of 323 reviews2025
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Shadow Labyrinth is a 2D action platformer and a genre-twisting alternate take on the iconic PAC-MAN. As The Swordsman, you wake on a mysterious planet amidst relics of wars past. To survive you will discover secrets, consume your enemies, and grow from prey to apex predator.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Platformer 9.5%, Action 7.6%
- #57 Sinweaver
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jitterbug Games
Windows · Linux
Sinweaver is a 2D Metroidvania Lite that has you cutting your way through fallen angels and cultists alike as you fight your way through hell to escape a grim afterlife. Explore levels and an interactive overworld map to uncover the worlds secrets and why heavens mightiest have fallen to darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 12.1%, Action 9.2%, Adventure 9%
- #58 Honey's Sweet Revenge
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: etheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
Windows
Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.4%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Platformer 7.9%, Combat 7.5%, Adventure 7.4%
- #59 Pain-T
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wheel Of Games
Windows
Pain-T is an exploration-driven metroidvania where color is your greatest weapon. Restore a world drained of paint, overcome hostile creatures, unlock colorfull powers, reveal hidden paths, and paint your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, 2D Platformer 17%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Exploration 10%, Action 4.9%
- #60 House of Shadow
67% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: High Clarity Games
Windows
House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Exploration 7.7%, Combat 5.9%