Games Like ITORAH

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 33.6%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, Anime 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a striking, colorful art style with a female protagonist in a classic Metroidvania framework.

Restore the Sun’s light and end the Eternal Eclipse in this 2D fast-paced action-platformer game inspired by Peruvian cultures. Explore hand-crafted environments, battle and improve your skills to defeat the Four Keepers that stole the power of the Sun.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Hand-drawn 17.6%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 10.5%, Colorful 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a vibrant, hand-drawn art style and fluid 2D platforming that mirrors the visual charm of ITORAH.

Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Platformer 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a massive, beautifully hand-drawn world to explore with deep action-adventure gameplay.

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 58.3%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Hand-drawn 7.6%, Anime 4.1%, 2D 3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere and a strong female protagonist navigating a ruined, mysterious world.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Platformer 10.7%, Side Scroller 5.1%, Action 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich 2D platformer featuring a memorable female lead and intricate environmental puzzles.

"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers tight, action-oriented combat with a distinct female protagonist and polished 2D visuals.

Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Platformer 18.2%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Exploration 6.7%, Action 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Sets the gold standard for hand-drawn 2D platforming with fluid movement and deep exploration mechanics.

Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, Platformer 18.6%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Adventure 6.4%, Female Protagonist 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the sense of adventure and discovery in a vast, vibrant world.

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 36.5%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Platformer 13.6%, Exploration 8.3%, Anime 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully animated action-adventure game that emphasizes exploration and fluid combat.

The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!

Why similar: Platformer 16.5%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Colorful 8%

Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced action and a diverse cast of female protagonists in a colorful, high-energy world.

Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, exploration-heavy platformer that rewards curiosity and mastery of movement.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 11.9%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Female Protagonist 8%

Why You'll Like It: Strongly emphasizes the joy of discovery and exploration within a unique, interconnected 2D world.

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 46.7%, Platformer 14.8%, Hand-drawn 9%, Exploration 6.7%, Side Scroller 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive exploration-based 2D platformer that captures the same sense of mystery and discovery found in Nahucan.

On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 11%, Side Scroller 10%, 2D Platformer 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deeply atmospheric exploration experience in a mysterious, alien environment.

In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.6%, Platformer 14.6%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Action 8.8%, Indie 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers innovative movement mechanics that redefine how you explore a 2D Metroidvania space.

8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Platformer 11.6%, Hand-drawn 7.6%, Side Scroller 6.9%, Action-Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct, hand-drawn art style and a journey through a mysterious afterlife.

Embark upon a tragic tale and discover the ravaged world of Elypse! Fight your destiny in an arduous 2D adventure, story rich platformer, in a mesmerising and mysterious world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 14%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Action-Adventure 10%

Why You'll Like It: Features challenging, rhythmic platforming with a dark, atmospheric aesthetic.

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Platformer 20.4%, Side Scroller 5.5%, Adventure 4.5%, Story Rich 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Masterful platforming and breathtaking hand-drawn art make this a perfect match for fans of ITORAH's visual style.

Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Anime 12.3%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Side Scroller 6%

Why You'll Like It: Anime-inspired action-adventure that features a female lead and strategic combat.

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Hand-drawn 14.1%, Platformer 13.1%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Side Scroller 8%

Why You'll Like It: Utilizes a unique hand-drawn art style with intense, chaotic action and exploration.

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 47.5%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Side Scroller 8.4%, 2.5D 8.3%, Platformer 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic Metroidvania experience featuring a strong female lead and deep customization.

This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Platformer 9.6%, Anime 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, anime-inspired Metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and combat.

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 39.6%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Side Scroller 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game with a female protagonist and a focus on solving environmental puzzles.

Witchcrafty is a metroidvania platformer with magical action gameplay, exploration of a weird world, and adorable pixel art graphics. Help the little witch solve the mystery of strange events in the Kingdom, and defeat enemies with fire, lightning, and ice magic.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Platformer 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A magical, arcade-style platformer that captures the whimsical adventure feel of ITORAH.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Female Protagonist 12%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-packed title with a female lead and unique time-manipulation mechanics.

Monospaced Lovers is an exploration-driven platformer about closeness and distance. Journey through a metafictional, fantasy-filled land and find the truth of your fragile world before it disintegrates.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17%, Hand-drawn 15%, Platformer 11.1%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Anime 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique, stylized aesthetic and puzzle-platforming mechanics that reward careful exploration.

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 36%, Platformer 13.9%, 2.5D 13.5%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines challenging action with a surreal, visually distinct world that encourages exploration.

A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Anime 7%

Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Platformer 13.8%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Anime 6.3%

A story-rich 2D platformer where you'll delve into dangerous power plants and massive creatures, while uncovering the truth of your world. Explore towns and cities, and help a world thrown out of balance!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.1%, Hand-drawn 16.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, Platformer 11.3%, Colorful 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich platformer that focuses on balance and exploration in a unique, atmospheric world.

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 60.7%, Platformer 14.8%, Side Scroller 8.2%, 2D 4.9%, Action 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, interconnected world that rewards thorough exploration and careful combat.

Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Platformer 9.8%

Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring a paintbrush-wielding artist, striving to escape from a colorful but decaying inner-world, created by her declining mental health.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Hand-drawn 12.5%, Platformer 10.8%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Side Scroller 8.7%

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 33.4%, Platformer 15.2%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Action 5.1%

In a world torn between nature’s grace and cold machine invasion, one girl and her companion must rely on their bond to survive and protect what they hold dear. Their story of hope, loss, and love will stay with you long after the journey ends.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 16.4%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Platformer 13.6%, Hand-drawn 13%, Side Scroller 12.1%

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Exploration 6.1%

The Knight Witch is a metroidvania adventure game with fast-paced, shoot 'em up combat set in a beautifully hand-drawn world. Cast devastating card-based spells, forge close bonds, and make moral choices all in your quest to save your home and discover who's behind the War Golem invasion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Female Protagonist 18%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Exploration 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.8%

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 12%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Exploration 8.5%

Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Hand-drawn 13.3%, Platformer 13.1%, Anime 7.3%

Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

Why similar: Metroidvania 51.2%, Platformer 15.9%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Side Scroller 6.4%, Adventure 5.3%

AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7.8%

BIOMORPH is a dark metroidvania game where you become the creatures that you kill! Solve ingenious puzzles and navigate a stunning hand-drawn world. Meet quirky characters, rebuild a city, and uncover the secrets of a sprawling, fallen civilization… and of your own mysterious origins.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 12.1%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

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 45.7%, Platformer 14.8%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Adventure 5.7%

Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, 2D Platformer 14%, 2.5D 12.9%, Platformer 12.6%, Hand-drawn 11%

Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Female Protagonist 12%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Platformer 9.7%, Anime 7.6%

Set out on a mystical adventure of self-discovery against the backdrop of fantastical landscapes of The Tower. Meet its dwellers and unravel their stories. Manipulate spirits to solve puzzles, and lead Ina on her path to freedom.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 23%, Platformer 18.8%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Colorful 9.1%, Exploration 7.6%

A great unknown danger is approaching Roah's home planet. Follow Roah as she explores the world and encountering all of its different factions, uncovering the mystery of what is draining the planets lifeforce.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Platformer 12.7%, Anime 8.1%, Action 8.1%

Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 8.4%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Platformer 8.5%, Exploration 7.5%

Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.2%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Platformer 18.7%, Colorful 10%, 2D 6.3%

Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Platformer 13.2%, Hand-drawn 11%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Exploration 8.5%

Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Platformer 14.2%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9%

In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 9%, Exploration 7.9%

Shiro is an adventure platformer in which you have to find your missing sister

Why similar: Platformer 18.9%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Adventure 8.2%

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Platformer 10.3%

ULTROS is a psychedelic metroidvania where you wake up stranded on The Sarcophagus — a cosmic uterus holding an ancient, demonic being. Trapped in the loop of a black hole, you will have to explore The Sarcophagus and meet its inhabitants to understand the part you play...

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Platformer 11.5%

Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.3%, Metroidvania 15.8%, Action 11%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Adventure 9.1%

Explore a vast, interconnected dream world full of secrets and collectibles in this metroidvania adventure inspired by classic 2D platformers. Reclaim your lost memories to save Slumberland from the mysterious Oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Platformer 8.5%, Exploration 7.4%

Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.9%, Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 7.2%, Indie 5.3%, Action 5.2%