Games Like Knightin'+

Explore a huge open game world in classic action-adventure fashion! Prove your worth by fighting through monster-infested dungeons to save the Kingdom of Blossom!

Why similar: Retro 26%, Action-Adventure 20.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 10%, Action 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game is a direct homage to classic top-down action-adventure games, mirroring the Zelda-lite structure of Knightin'+ perfectly.

Ittle and Tippsie crash onto yet another island filled with loot, puzzles and mysterious inhabitants! With the help of a magical map, they set out to steal eight pieces of a raft from increasingly improbable locations including beaches, prairies, an art exhibit and some dude's basement.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.7%, Adventure 18.6%, Action 15.9%, Indie 13.2%, Cute 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar blend of quirky humor, top-down combat, and dungeon-based puzzle solving.

Embody Kimuto on the first day of his new job in this humor-packed dungeon crawler with surprising secrets to discover!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.1%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Retro 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Action 7%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward dungeon-crawler that shares the same retro-action vibe and focus on clearing rooms of enemies.

Now reimagined and expanded in the new Mormo's Curse update, The Swords of Ditto is a roguelite action RPG that creates a unique adventure for each new hero of legend in the relentless fight against the evil Mormo.

Why similar: Adventure 29.5%, Action 21.6%, Cute 17.8%, Indie 16.8%, 2D 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-adventure game that features procedurally generated dungeons and a charming, retro-inspired art style.

Minit is a peculiar little adventure played sixty seconds at a time.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Adventure 12%, Retro 11.7%, Indie 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist top-down adventure that uses a unique time-loop mechanic to encourage exploration and puzzle solving.

A 2D action-adventure through a surreal, subconscious world. Explore moody dungeons, buildings, and atmospheric lands, evoked by dreamy music and visuals. Help the human Young awaken from their dream!

Why similar: Retro 18.3%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Exploration 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: This surreal top-down adventure captures the same retro aesthetic and focus on exploration found in Knightin'+.

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Puzzle 12.2%, Retro 10.5%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deep top-down action-adventure that emphasizes complex dungeon puzzles and fast-paced combat.

2D platform game focused on intense combat against enemies and exploration of secret areas in dark dungeons full of dangers.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.8%, Great Soundtrack 16.6%, Retro 12.6%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action game that captures the simple, dungeon-crawling essence of the seed game.

The multi award-winning Action RPG. Some say 'Diablo with Cats' others a 'Super-cute Skyrim', whatever your take, Cat Quest's loot-fuelled cat-venture is as beautifully crafted, as its combat and magic are ultra-satisfying. Universally adored by critics - it'll have you purring for joy!

Why similar: Adventure 21.6%, Cute 18.3%, Action 14.7%, Fantasy 12.2%, Funny 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: An accessible, top-down action-RPG that focuses on dungeon exploration and simple, satisfying combat.

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.2%, Action-Adventure 17.3%, Cute 14.4%, Exploration 11.9%, Action 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: While more modern in presentation, its core loop of dungeon exploration and boss encounters feels like a natural evolution of the genre.

Evoland is a journey through the history of action/adventure gaming, allowing you to unlock new technologies, gameplay systems and graphic upgrades as you progress through the game.

Why similar: Parody 24.8% ★, Retro 20.2%, Adventure 11.3%, Indie 9.4%, Fantasy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game tracks the evolution of RPG mechanics, offering a nostalgic journey through various classic gameplay styles.

An action-adventure roguelike with a bit of RPG tossed in. Adventure deep into the UnderMine and discover powerful relics, deadly enemies, hidden secrets, and a few friends to help along the way.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 41.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.9%, Action 7%, Adventure 6.6%, Indie 6%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling action-roguelike that features satisfying combat and exploration within a fantasy setting.

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.8%, Retro 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Indie 6.9%, 2D 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: While side-scrolling, it is the gold standard for retro-inspired action-adventure games with great boss design.

Hop into a Game Boy inspired metroidvania adventure! Explore a huge and open dungeon and find ability upgrades to help you in your quest! Can you survive the tiny dangerous dungeons and find the presumably huge treasure?

Why similar: Retro 19.2%, Adventure 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Indie 14.1%, Action 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A compact, retro-inspired dungeon adventure that emphasizes exploration and platforming.

Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 38.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Fantasy 10.7%, Exploration 10%, Adventure 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It combines dungeon-crawling action with a unique shop-management twist, perfect for players who enjoy the loot-gathering aspect of Knightin'+.

Every day is a wonderful day for invertebrates! Come join the Squidlits of Blipston for a squishy adventure of spoopy castles, muffins, and wiggles! Made with classic handheld technology in mind, Squidlit strives to be the closest modern recreation of GameBoy game-design methods on the market.

Why similar: Retro 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Adventure 12%, Action 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 11%

Why You'll Like It: A short, retro-styled action-adventure game that captures the charm of early 8-bit titles.

Between our world and the world beyond lie the Titan Souls, the spiritual source of all living things. Scattered amongst the ruins and guarded by the idle titans charged with their care, a solitary hero armed with a single arrow is assembling shards of the Titan Soul in a quest for truth and power.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 24.4%, Great Soundtrack 21.9%, Adventure 9%, Action 8.9%, Indie 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on the boss-fight aspect of the genre, requiring precision and strategy in a top-down perspective.

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

Why similar: Retro 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, Great Soundtrack 15.9%, Action 13.4%, Indie 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-styled action game that offers challenging combat and exploration.

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

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 19.3%, Retro 13.3%, Funny 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania that incorporates puzzle-solving and exploration in a dungeon-like setting.

Sir Lovelot is on a quest to find the love of his life. Join him in this wacky tight platformer, where impressing cheeky damsels is harder than a heart of stone!

Why similar: Retro 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 21%, Indie 10.7%, 2D 9.6%, Action 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer that features retro graphics and a focus on overcoming obstacles to reach a goal.

Guide Timmy the treasure hunter through dangerous dungeons in search of the legendary treasure!

Why similar: Action 17.5%, Adventure 16.6%, Retro 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Indie 15%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that focuses on navigating trap-filled dungeons, much like the challenges found in Knightin'+.

Elliot Quest is an adventure/RPG where players explore the mysterious Urele island in search of an ancient demon. With 5 dungeons to conquer, 16 bosses to defeat, and countless treasures to discover and hidden areas. Well-balanced gameplay easy to pick up but challenging to master.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.7%, Adventure 23.1%, Action 23%, Indie 17.9%, 2D 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: An adventure-focused game with a strong emphasis on exploration and uncovering secrets in a fantasy world.

Type your way through absurd encounters and mysterious puzzles in this old-school typing dungeon crawler.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.6%, Action 16.4%, Indie 14.2%, Adventure 14.1%, Action-Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A unique dungeon-crawler that incorporates typing mechanics into its combat and exploration loop.

Fight your way through the dungeons of the Alchemist's Castle, collect power ups and take back what is rightfully yours from the Alchemist himself in this old-school metroidvania!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.8%, Retro 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Indie 12.9%, Action 12%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D adventure game that focuses on exploration and light platforming in a fantasy environment.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 32.9%, Pixel Graphics 21.6%, Adventure 9.9%, Indie 8.1%, Action 8%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-adventure game that relies on exploration and challenging combat in a beautifully realized world.

Set out on a grand adventure in this turn-based, retro style, pixel-art RPG, inspired by the great titles of the 90's. Take on the roles of in-game players taking on the roles of their characters in a traditional pen and paper RPG session in the ultimate meta roleplaying experience.

Why similar: Parody 20.8% ★, Pixel Graphics 15%, Fantasy 13.7%, Retro 12.4%, Indie 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that captures the spirit of tabletop fantasy adventures with a charming pixel-art style.

A weird mix of block-placing puzzle and roguelike, where you build a dungeon and explore it at the same time! Defeat enemies, clear lines and collect loot. Explore the different dungeons, complete quests and try to survive as long as you can!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 45.6%, Puzzle 17%, Fantasy 9.6%, Cute 8.6%, Adventure 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-focused dungeon-crawler that requires careful movement and strategy to clear each level.

The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.6%, Retro 13.3%, Fantasy 11%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Funny 9.4%

Imagine if the original Zelda game was set in a science-fiction galaxy. Explore this open-world, action RPG with roguelike and metroidvania elements. Mighty bosses lurk deep within procedurally-generated dungeons. Wield, vanquish, unearth, collect, craft, progress, trip, adventure.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 40.3%, Retro 19%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Fantasy 13.7%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-adventure game with procedurally generated worlds that encourages exploration and discovery.

A charming 3D roguelite platformer about a normal day in the life of a knight! Sharpen the spear and make the Dragon run in fear! Oh, and also try to manage a date with princesses & princes you rescue.

Why similar: Fantasy 21.1%, Exploration 17.2%, Action 16.8%, Cute 15.6%, Comedy 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling action game that blends roguelite elements with traditional fantasy adventure tropes.

Grab your shiny helmet and trusty sword, gather all the valor and honor you have, and show everyone, what being the true knight actually means!

Why similar: Adventure 23.2%, Action 20.4%, Funny 19.7%, Indie 16%, 2D 10.5%

In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!

Why similar: Action 16.3%, Adventure 14.9%, Retro 13.5%, Indie 12.6%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action-adventure game that emphasizes exploration and platforming in dangerous environments.

FIGHT KNIGHT is a first-person dungeon-brawler! Grid-based dungeon crawling meets action-packed real time enemy encounters. Fight your way through puzzles and enemies to save those trapped in the Tower's eternal night!

Why similar: Retro 18%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Fantasy 12.7%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 10.4%

The Knightling is an open world, action-adventure where you play as an aspiring knight in search of their missing mentor, Sir Lionstone. Equipped with only a legendary shield, you’ll brave your way through the lands of Clesseia to become the unlikely hero.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 31.9%, Fantasy 21.5%, Cute 20.1%, Action 16%, Adventure 7.2%

Swords up! Level up your character, solve puzzles, and defeat bosses in this Bunny Brawler Dungeon Crawler, set in the world of the best-selling Green Ember series.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.6%, Action-Adventure 19.1%, Fantasy 15.6%, Cute 11.9%, Puzzle 8.7%

Journey through a vibrant world fighting vicious monsters, exploring puzzling dungeons, and collecting magical artifacts. Unravel the mysteries of Vann's Point and bond with all of its curious townsfolk!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.5%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Puzzle 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Exploration 10.7%

Lovish is an outrageous 8-bit action-adventure game! Quest with Sir Solomon through a series of bite-sized rooms, as he attempts to free Princess Tsuna, the woman he loves, from the Devil Lord's clutches!

Why similar: Parody 30.1% ★, Retro 14.2%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Funny 9.7%

Join Pixel as he quests through gaming history, teleporting across the most iconic video game systems of generations past. He’ll have to jump, dodge and play smart if he wants to survive all the traps, puzzles and enemies waiting to take him down at every turn.

Why similar: Retro 27.5%, Great Soundtrack 25.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, Indie 11.9%, 2D 8.2%

Slash Quest is a quirky action adventure with unconventional controls and unlikely heroes. Spin a magic talking sword through exotic lands, fight nasty creatures, overcome puzzles and make friends on your way to reunite it with its rightful wielder, the Queen.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.4%, Fantasy 14.4%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Funny 14.1%, Action 7.1%

Master Key is a top-down adventure game with a strong focus on item-based exploration and secrets. Embark on a journey to discover what that key could be used for and meet colorful characters!

Why similar: Retro 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Exploration 10.6%, Dungeon Crawler 8.3%

Guide Timmy the little treasure hunter through traps and puzzles to reach the legendary treasure! Experience the classic mini metroidvania remade with new visuals, music, and content!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 19.3%, Exploration 13.7%, Adventure 12.7%, Action 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

Join Knight Sigi as he runs, jumps, and battles in a flatulent quest to save Melusina, the love of his life, in this light-hearted homage to the golden days of simple but fun classic action platformers.

Why similar: Parody 31.5% ★, Retro 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Action 7.5%

Delve with Shovel Knight into the depths of the Pocket Dungeon in an action-packed puzzle adventure mashup like none other!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 41.2%, Puzzle 13.6%, Adventure 12.4%, Action 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%

Dungelot: Shattered Lands takes you on an epic roguelike dungeon-crawler adventure to defeat zombie cows, splat giant evil mushrooms, and generally get back home in one piece. Deceptively simple, ever so addictive.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 51.9%, Action 16.7%, Indie 16.4%, Puzzle 15.1%

Mount and upgrade your weapons into special combos in this randomly generated action RPG shooter. Mow down thousands of dungeon dwelling creatures and survive as you descend deeper into the dungeon! Unlock items, complete quests, and find all the secrets to help you reach the boss of bosses!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, Fantasy 11.1%, Action 8%, Adventure 7.9%

Meet new friends and foes, visit strange lands, and outfit yourself in your quest to keep the entire land from collapsing underfoot! Jump, slash, and dig your way down an ever-changing chasm of mystery in Shovel Knight Dig, an all-new Shovel Knight adventure!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 19.3%, Funny 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Cute 11.7%, Action 9.8%

Earn the respect of a guild full of monsters and demons as a lone human by taking part in dangerous dungeon adventures and uncover secrets behind the mysterious demon kingdom of Tarborea.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 33.9%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Adventure 11.4%, Exploration 11.2%

In Fantasy world, evil knights are threatening the equilibrium, Only you can fight them to restore the peace and the good balance of things.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 27.2%, Adventure 26.1%, Pixel Graphics 23%, Fantasy 19.7%, Singleplayer 4%

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: Action-Adventure 20.5%, Adventure 19.6%, Exploration 18.6%, Retro 8.4%, 2D 7.4%

"Let's defeat the demon lord together!" A thrilling action-adventure of destruction!

Why similar: Puzzle 18.1%, Action 16.6%, Adventure 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Cute 12.5%

An ancient evil has been set loose, and Jonathan cursed in the process. Jonathan must now collect seven holy grails from around all of Egypt to cleanse himself of the curse of Sehur the First. Be delighted by the quirky humor, charming characters, and the beautifully designed world, in Pharaoh Rebirth+!

Why similar: Action 31.2%, Adventure 29.9%, Indie 23.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, 2D 4.5%

A challenging rogue-like puzzler inspired by the classic Tower of the Sorcerer. Play as a human knight who fights his way out of a deep dungeon by slaying monsters and solving intricate puzzles.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.4%, Adventure 24.7%, Indie 20.4%, Puzzle 19.4%

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27.3%, Adventure 26%, Indie 22.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, 2D 7.8%

An action rogue-like inspired by MMO healing mechanics. Heal, shield and resurrect your way through procedural dungeons filled with powerful items, deadly enemies and the most incompetent party imaginable!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 39.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Funny 11.3%, Fantasy 10.9%

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: Action-Adventure 43.2%, Fantasy 24.9%, Cute 22.2%, Adventure 2.9%, Action 2.9%

Dungeon of Zolthan is a casual, arcade-style metroidvania platformer where your goal is to defeat Zolthan; a powerful mage that lives inside the dungeon. Using an array of powerups and your own wit and guile, guide your character through Zolthan's Dungeon!

Why similar: Indie 37.4%, Action 13.9%, Retro 13.5%, Adventure 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

Explore an exciting world, face off with fast-food themed foes, and reunite Dadish with his missing children in this challenging platforming adventure.

Why similar: Retro 26.2%, Action 14.8%, Cute 13.8%, Adventure 13.3%, Funny 12%

Instant Dungeon! mixes dungeon exploration with arcade action in the vein of the classic maze games from the 80s. Let Instant Dungeon! create a new dungeon just for you, complete with glittering treasures, vicious monsters, brutal boss battles, wild power ups and most importantly fun, Fun, FUN!

Why similar: Retro 28.1%, Great Soundtrack 27%, Action 24.2%, Indie 20.7%