Games Like Kindred Kind

The Song of Awakening is a 2D action-platformer where you play as a bard with the power to create magic through music. Explore a world once ruled by the Lyramancers, wielders of music-magic, who were extinguished by a mad king. Defeat the malevolent god of silence and restore harmony to the world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 22.8%, Action RPG 16.5%, Nonlinear 7.4%, 2D Platformer 6.7%

Lingyuan Records is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania action-adventure game. In the Five Elements world, learn and collect enemies' spells, and use the mutual generation and restraint of Five Elements to defeat stronger foes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Martial Arts 18% ★, Souls-like 17.2%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Action RPG 8.5%

"Soul Blade" is a 2D platform action game with classic hand-drawn 2D animations that provide a smooth and immersive visual experience. The combat system is built around the "swordplay" mechanism, delivering intense and exhilarating battles.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Martial Arts 16.4% ★, Souls-like 14.9%, Mythology 13.9%, 2D Platformer 8%

Set out on a journey through Sutra Pilgrim！ Hone your skills, gather powerful Artifacts, meet steadfast allies, and challenge fearsome Yaoguai Kings. Traverse a vast mythic world inspired by Journey to the West, seek the Sutra Pilgrim, and uncover the hidden truth behind this westbound journey.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Souls-like 27.6%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Mythology 10%, Nonlinear 6.7%

An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 24.5%, Action RPG 9.4%, Hand-drawn 8.2%, 2D Platformer 7.7%

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 22.3%, Martial Arts 13.9% ★, Mythology 11.7%, Difficult 10.4%

Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 26.9%, Action RPG 8.3%, Nonlinear 7.6%, RPG 7%

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 28.9%, Souls-like 25.3%, Action RPG 16.2%, Nonlinear 12.4%, RPG 7.4%

Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 20.8%, Action RPG 13.2%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Difficult 7.4%

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 30.3%, Souls-like 27.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 6.3%, RPG 5.1%

The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Action RPG 13.3%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Souls-like 10.3%, Hand-drawn 8%

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 26.8%, Souls-like 16.3%, Mythology 14.6%, Nonlinear 11.2%, 2D Platformer 9.4%

Enter a world of moving Chinese lianhuanhua! This solo-developed 2.5D Metroidvania blends the Three Kingdoms with mythic beasts from the "Classic of Mountains and Seas." Explore a hand-drawn world, master horseback combat, and face punishingly hardcore boss trials in this mythic epic.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 23%, Action RPG 11.8%, Difficult 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.6%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 25.2%, Action RPG 14.7%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Nonlinear 10.5%

Weapon Devourer is a psychological horror game with souls-like and 1930's cartoon vibes, blending subtle puzzles. Battle sentient weapons, dodge their attacks, metamorphose into a fearsome entity to overcome powerful challenges, and synthesize mighty combinations by diving into the Shield's belly.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 24.4%, Nonlinear 12.2%, Action RPG 11.2%, Difficult 10.6%

"Little Wu Chang" is a 2D top-down soul-like APRG game based on Chinese mythology. You will play as a newly born Little Wu Chang and experience a journey through mythology that is both familiar and unfamiliar.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.3%, Mythology 22.7%, Martial Arts 14% ★, Combat 6.2%, Action RPG 5.8%

A 2D metroidvania where your final boss is the character you didn’t choose. Play as Seren or Umbra—Master directional spear combat, explore a broken world, and uncover the truth behind your bond.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Souls-like 26.6%, Difficult 13.5%, Action RPG 7%, 2D Platformer 6.6%

Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 27.3%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Hand-drawn 7.7%, Difficult 4.8%

YOUR CHOICES RESHAPE A LIVING CITY. Explore a sprawling metropolis, wield mysterious powers, and uncover the secrets of the Eternal Lighthouse. Your decisions will make a world of difference.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 26.3%, Action RPG 17.1%, RPG 11.5%, Action 5.1%

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 31.5%, Souls-like 27.7%, Difficult 12.8%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, 2D Platformer 8.1%

Meifumado is an action RPG set in a post-apocalyptic, immersive world inspired by Japan.

Why similar: Martial Arts 24.6% ★, Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 20.3%, Action RPG 12.6%, 2D Platformer 6.1%

A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 28.7%, Hand-drawn 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Stylized 6.1%

Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 24.4%, Action RPG 17.1%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, RPG 8.6%

In this norse-inspired metroidvania, explore and seek truths of what truly happened to you, having lost your home and your only friend in a single night. Fight and copy new magic from others to gain power, as you swear revenge on a mysterious stranger that took everything from you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Souls-like 27.6%, Action RPG 13.2%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, RPG 5.9%

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 36.8%, Souls-like 22.5%, Action RPG 20%, Combat 6.4%, RPG 5.7%

Your tail is your sword and your shield as you fight to rescue and reunite your "dam" beaver clan in a soulslike metroidvania that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Souls-like 23%, Martial Arts 17% ★, Difficult 7.9%, Hand-drawn 6.5%

Salene is a action-platformer with quick precise combat set in a world ravaged by a war of angels and men. Conquer the Seven Virtues, gain new skills and learn the Songs of Creation to rise up and face the divinity that commands them all!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Souls-like 25.6%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action RPG 11.6%, Nonlinear 9.6%

Blood of Yamin is a stylish metroidvania RPG where you can forge your own playstyle. Powered by the essence of a dead god, explore a gorgeous 2D world on the cusp of the industrial revolution, conquer powerful foes, and confront the unknown horrors lurking beneath the surface.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 22.7%, Action RPG 13.8%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, RPG 6.3%

The underworld lies in ruins, ravaged by evil karma. In this unknown and perilous realm of the dead, you must fight against demonic forces, collect mystical artifacts, face the Yama Kings and the Ghost Emperors, sever the Karma, and reforge the path of reincarnation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 19.7%, Difficult 11.2%, Mythology 10%, Action RPG 7.3%

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 34.2%, Souls-like 23.5%, Difficult 13.6%, Nonlinear 7.3%, Combat 5.4%

你所扮演的“圣职者”被指派前往被灾难湮灭后的国度调查 那充满谎言和诡异氛围的冒险故事就此拉开序幕 《Annihilation: Sola Fide湮灭圣礼》是一款2D横板类魂游戏，探索悲凉诡异国度的同时，也同时探索时间背后的真相吧。

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 22.8%, Action RPG 15%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Mythology 7.4%

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 43.8%, Metroidvania 29.8%, Action RPG 6.5%, Difficult 6%, RPG 5.9%

Beak the hunter is a 2D monster hunting game that follows the adventures of the master hunter, Beak. Explore a new and exciting world, and prepare yourself for hard battles against powerful and wild beasts in this soulslike adventure that will test your abilities!

Why similar: Souls-like 28.1%, Action RPG 18.2%, Metroidvania 17.1%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Hand-drawn 9.3%

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 38.2%, Souls-like 22.7%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Action 3.3%

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 23.8%, Souls-like 21.7%, Difficult 15.4%, Nonlinear 9.2%, Action RPG 8.8%

Nonu is a hand-drawn 2D souls-like where every action draws from two interlinked resources-one born from inner strength, the other granted by a higher power. Explore a dying world, uncover artifacts that enable distinct builds, and piece together the truth behind its vanished god.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 23.4%, Martial Arts 21.3% ★, Difficult 10.7%, Hand-drawn 7%

This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Souls-like 29.1%, Action RPG 15.4%, RPG 8.9%, Action 3.1%

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 31.9%, Souls-like 28.6%, Difficult 13.3%, Hand-drawn 7.4%, 2D Platformer 6.5%

Lightwood is an immersive semi-open world Metroidvania. Master your skills and fight magnificent Lords as you unravel the ancient mysteries behind the kingdom's decay.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Souls-like 30%, Nonlinear 17.4%, Stylized 3.4%, Action 3%

Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style action-adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman Lowe who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a great sword and flesh and blood, you will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Action RPG 16.9%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, RPG 9.7%, Hand-drawn 6.2%

Explore the frozen depths of Vesuvius, a 2D action platformer. Set within the sprawling volcano, journey through fantastical alternate realities, battle corrupted mythical beasts, and survive a world steeped in ash and fable.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Souls-like 32.4%, Difficult 14.3%, Hand-drawn 5.3%, 2D 3.4%

Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 23%, Nonlinear 13.5%, Difficult 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10%

"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 34.4%, Souls-like 28.8%, Mythology 14.5%, Difficult 11.9%, 2D 3.2%

Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Souls-like 26.4%, Nonlinear 15.9%, Difficult 11.4%, Hand-drawn 6.6%

Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.

Why similar: Mythology 33%, Souls-like 28.2%, Action RPG 17.8%, RPG 6.2%, Combat 4.6%

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 24.8%, Souls-like 22.9%, Action RPG 12.2%, Difficult 11%, 2D Platformer 9.5%

Spider Dynasty is a 2D Metroidvania with a distinctive ink-wash hand-drawn art style. It features original omnidirectional curved traversal and silk-swinging mechanics, plus Souls-like boss battles on irregular platforms, delivering a groundbreaking platform exploration and combat experience.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Souls-like 25%, Action RPG 12.8%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Hand-drawn 9.3%

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 39.1%, Souls-like 28.6%, Difficult 15.5%, Hand-drawn 5.2%, 2D 3.3%

Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Souls-like 26.6%, Action RPG 15.1%, Nonlinear 11.1%, RPG 5.8%

An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 26.4%, Action RPG 13.9%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Hand-drawn 5.7%

Embark on an epic isometric action RPG set in a Southeast Asian-inspired world. As Mira, use your ability to create water-based weapons and explore ancient ruins scattered across unique islands. Confront corrupted, powerful creatures and solve intricate puzzles to secure the ancient relics.

Why similar: Souls-like 21.6%, Metroidvania 21.5%, Mythology 16.5%, Action RPG 10.5%, Difficult 10.1%

Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 26.3%, Difficult 11%, Nonlinear 10.1%, Action RPG 9.7%

Join Novak as he fights his way through hordes of fearsome monsters and unravel the mystery of monster resurgence in his land . Inspired by Metroidvania-style and hack 'n slash action rpg, Shikari Rising will plunge you into action and will test your mettle against extremely tough enemies.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Souls-like 23.9%, Action RPG 15.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, RPG 8.3%

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 29.3%, Souls-like 26.8%, Difficult 12.3%, Hand-drawn 8.7%, Stylized 5%

A holy knight confronts corruption within a necropolis mega-structure in a souls-like dark sci-fi ARPG.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.1%, Metroidvania 30.1%, Action RPG 16.8%, RPG 7.9%, Stylized 4.7%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Souls-like 29.4%, Difficult 15%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Fantasy 4.7%

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 48.9%, Metroidvania 26.3%, Difficult 9.6%, Action RPG 4.7%, RPG 4.4%

The Last Comfort follows Tedd, a fiercely loyal teddy bear who awakens in this dreamscape on a desperate mission to heal and save his owner. The child's mind has manifested hostile dreams, memories, and nightmares overrun by the creeping sickness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 22.3%, Action RPG 11.6%, Nonlinear 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10%

Reborn as the Skeleton Monk after a deadly betrayal, you scour a ravaged and corrupted land to find your captured lover and exact revenge on the one who killed you. Master impactful martial arts combos imbued with elemental power to avenge your own death and bring balance to the land of Mortis.

Why similar: Martial Arts 29.7% ★, Souls-like 28.1%, Action RPG 14.4%, Magic 7%, RPG 6%

The lighthouse has gone dark! You awake as Mothboy, last in a long line of lightkeepers summoned when something goes wrong. In this action packed adventure you climb, fight and explore the depths of Cliff Kingdom searching for the lost light.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Souls-like 30.1%, Nonlinear 11.1%, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Action 2.9%