60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Singleplayer, Atmospheric, Adventure.
Bring light to the deepest depths of the ocean to save the world from an impending darkness. Traverse to the ocean floor, saving desperate creatures, rescuing mermaids, liberating ancient kingdoms, and thwarting world-ending cults. Become the Lantern Fish in this whimsical 2D hand-drawn adventure!
Call from the Abyss
This is an exploration action game in which you travel around the vast underwater world wearing manta-shaped diving suit, defeating the enemies that stand in your way. Dig up lost technology sunk by the rising sea level and proceed to the deep sea where the truth of the world awaits you.
Imp of the Sun
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.
This is an exploration action game in which you travel around the vast underwater world wearing manta-shaped diving suit, defeating the enemies that stand in your way. Dig up lost technology sunk by the rising sea level and proceed to the deep sea where the truth of the world awaits you.
Why similar: Underwater 33.1% ★, Metroidvania 29.3%, Post-apocalyptic 15.2%, Hand-drawn 11%, Platformer 6.5%
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: Soundtrack 22.5% ★, Metroidvania 18.6%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, Open World 8.1%, Platformer 8.1%
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Platformer 12.1%, Hand-drawn 12%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Open World 8.3%
Explore the ruins of the human race and discover the thriving wildlife that blossomed after our extinction in this underwater action/adventure. Encounter monstrous creatures and let curiosity guide you through an inevitable voyage of extinction.
Why similar: Underwater 42.8% ★, Metroidvania 31.5%, Post-apocalyptic 10.1%, Adventure 4.6%, Action 4.1%
Discover a metroidvania with a huge world, platform-fighter dynamic combat, smart bosses, deep lore, and original music, all made by two brothers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, Combat 9.4%, Open World 8.3%, Platformer 8.1%
In this breathtaking platformer adventure, explore a vast hand-drawn Archipelago, inspired by ancient fables and depicted in classic frame-by-frame animation, and defeat a mysterious Deity.
Why similar: Soundtrack 23.4% ★, Metroidvania 22.4%, Hand-drawn 11.4%, Platformer 9.7%, Mystery 7.1%
Embark on a journey through a land of darkness to save your lost shadow. With the help of a mysterious beast’s shadow, master new abilities, outsmart enemies, and uncover hidden truths in your quest to reclaim what’s been taken.
Why similar: Soundtrack 22.5% ★, Metroidvania 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Platformer 8.5%
Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Platformer 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Combat 7.5%
A puppet themed platformer metroidvania with a focus on platforming rather than combat. Throw your crystal scissors into walls to create your own platforms, explore a twisting and mysterious land, and solve puzzles on a worldwide scale.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Underground 15.3% ★, Post-apocalyptic 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Platformer 9%
Gravy the gravedigger is a great journey of Gravy the frog through an unknown and mysterious cemetery. However, what brings our hero to such a strange place? Even the little cemetery caretaker doesn't know the reason, and it's up to us to help him in exploring this place.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Soundtrack 22.2% ★, Story Rich 9%, Open World 8.8%, Platformer 7%
Unravel the mysteries of these forgotten lands in a hand-drawn, narrative-driven 2D action-adventure, as a white-robed girl awakens in the depths of an abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Hand-drawn 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Platformer 13.4%, Story Rich 6.9%
Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Platformer 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Open World 7.6%
Wake up in a war torn city, as you are hunted by formidable robotic invaders and desperate survivors alike. Prevail against powerful foes by discovering new abilities and testing your skills in a challenging 2-D metroidvania, all while learning the truth behind the mysterious Red Sun.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Post-apocalyptic 13.7%, Open World 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Platformer 8.1%
Embark on an epic adventure as a sword-wielding fish and restore order to the kingdom's depths. Explore an ocean world full of adorable characters, menacing foes, and hidden wonders.
Why similar: Underwater 34.2% ★, Metroidvania 27.1%, Soundtrack 13.5% ★, Combat 7.5%, Cute 4.7%
Become Dvalloc The Dwarf and save your village from cursed rune's corruption! Explore an underground world, battle dangerous enemies, save your dwarven friends and acquire new weapons and abilites, all while admiring stunning pixelart visuals!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Underground 16.5% ★, Open World 10.4%, Platformer 7.9%, Combat 6.1%
Unearth the past as you delve into the underground ruins of an ancient spacecraft. Battle mechanized foes, encounter curious characters, and discover lost relics during your subterranean sci-fi journey through this RPG adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Post-apocalyptic 12.2%, Platformer 11.6%, Open World 10.6%, Mystery 6.9%
The Wicked Souls is a Metroidvania with a strong focus on an exciting and imaginative story. Explore the mysterious tower in the afterlife with the postman Bones and his mischievous companion Dietrich and uncover its secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Hand-drawn 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Cute 7.3%, Combat 7.2%
A metroidvania for the rest of us: casual and fun rather than frustrating and challenging, that is, if you have the wits to employ strategic approaches.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Platformer 13.7%, Post-apocalyptic 13.6%, Open World 9.9%, Sci-fi 5.3%
Up-tempo adventuring and family drama ensue when the survivors of a disastrous charity project return to the dead ships in the former Aral Sea in Uzbekistan. Residue tells a personal story by letting you explore a larger-than-life, ridiculously detailed rendition of one of our world's most fascinating (and horrifying) locations.
Why similar: Soundtrack 23.5% ★, Metroidvania 21.2%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, Platformer 11.4%, Mystery 7.2%
Phosfi is an atmospheric, metroidvania style action-platformer. Explore and fight your way through a dark and dangerous coastal world full of mysteries and ancient treasures. Discover long buried temples and fend off Eldritch monstrosities in this beautiful 2D hand drawn and animated adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Soundtrack 28.9% ★, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Atmospheric 6.1%, Combat 5.9%
From the creators of Ratchet & Clank, Song of the Deep is a metroidvania-style action-adventure game following a young girl’s quest into the unknown to find her missing father. It combines underwater discovery, skill, and suspense with a powerful story.
Why similar: Underwater 46.5% ★, Metroidvania 35.9%, Platformer 6.9%, Adventure 5.8%, 2D 2.8%
Explore a strange planet, collect the creatures you find, and then shape-shift into them to expand your world. Build your own path, chat with the locals, and discover the planets sprawling secrets in this quirky metroidvania platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.8%, Platformer 15.7%, Open World 12.8%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Cute 7.2%
Blast your way through hordes of enemies in Ned! An action-packed adventure platformer set in the rich history of the Aussie outback.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Platformer 15%, Post-apocalyptic 12.8%, Open World 7.2%, Funny 7.1%
Figment 2: Creed Valley is an action-adventure game set in the human mind. Face bosses in musical showdowns, make your way through puzzles, and explore unique environments.
Why similar: Soundtrack 38% ★, Metroidvania 18.2%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Cute 7.5%, Story Rich 6.1%
Florarium is a Metroidvania game focused on exploration and battle. Explore the mysterious world full of unexpected secrets. Battle fierce enemies with your bow. Choose your own path to your goddess in the vast, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Platformer 14.7%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Story Rich 8.2%, Cute 6.2%
Wavekin is a top-down contemplative metroidvania with no combat, in which you explore the ocean, discover its secrets, and sing to control creatures. You are a hatchling, tasked with finding out what happened to your species. Use your voice to open up the way, and restore balance to the ocean.
Why similar: Underwater 38.8% ★, Metroidvania 28.7%, Mystery 8.6%, Cute 7.2%, Story Rich 6%
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 28.6%, Soundtrack 17.8% ★, Platformer 11.7%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Sci-fi 9.1%
Gaze of the Eyeless is a 2D action adventure platformer! Choose your own path through the unwinding caverns of the underworld. Use ancient swords and guns to fight horrific monsters. Make friends, enemies, and Meet elder gods! Can you survive the unwinding caverns of the underworld?
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Platformer 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Post-apocalyptic 12.9%, Sci-fi 6.7%
Dive into a short story about stranded rebel fighting for his survival on a foreign mysterious planet which is a spaceship graveyard. Encounter scavengers fighting for valuable ship parts. Meet other survivors -help others to help yourself. An action platformer with metroidvania elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Platformer 19.1%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Action 8.6%, Story Rich 6.9%
isekizima: Ruins and Tails Journey is a 2D action game. Kijino, a cat-eared adventurer with two tails (Nekomata), embarks on a journey to Isekizima (Ruins Island of dreams and romance: as it was written in the tourist brochure). Explore ruins buried in the forest while enjoying folk music.
Why similar: Soundtrack 23.2% ★, Metroidvania 20.2%, Hand-drawn 15%, Platformer 9.2%, Cute 8%
Seedless Light is a 2d action-adventure game focused on combat and exploration with a unique and contemplative world of fantastic and vibrant creatures driven by a touching and atmospheric soundtrack.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Soundtrack 14.1% ★, Platformer 13.4%, Open World 10.8%, Combat 4.5%
A terror in the sky is bent on exterminating a young wizard and her loved ones. Featuring a riveting and sinister story, set out to explore a vast world in this modern Metroidvania RPG, filled with devious monsters, lethal dungeons, creative puzzles, lively towns & many uncharted wonders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Post-apocalyptic 13%, Open World 11.9%, Platformer 11.4%, Story Rich 8.5%
In this new hand-drawn, story-rich metroidvania, explore the last haven of a dying world, and discover the purpose you play in saving it. Shape your own path, fight the all-consuming blight, and help bring hope back to the survivors. Take up the flames of dead gods, and stand firm in Dewborne Dawn!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Hand-drawn 19%, Combat 9%, Story Rich 8.5%, Atmospheric 7.6%
Explore this unique sci-fi style metroidvania-like adventure world. You can acquire a variety of abilities to explore the world and assemble powerful chip combinations. You'll also have the ability to go back in time to change the map's structure and unlock shortcuts.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Post-apocalyptic 15.9%, Platformer 13.3%, Open World 10.8%, Hand-drawn 8.5%
Get lost in the Underdusk: a broken world full of danger and mystery. Experience brutal precision platforming, search for collectibles to expand your powerset and regain your lost memories in an atmospheric 2D pixel art adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Underground 21.9% ★, Platformer 12.4%, Open World 9%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%
In a dying world dominated by machines, use the powers of nature to explore a diverse landscape and devastate your foes in this action-driven metroidvania. As humanity's last hope, the BirdKnight must learn the truth behind the mysterious Heart of the World and restore life to the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Platformer 7.4%
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Platformer 14.5%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Atmospheric 6.9%, 2D 5.4%
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 38.9%, Platformer 14.7%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Adventure 7.3%, Action 6.2%
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 43.6%, Post-apocalyptic 14.5%, Platformer 14%, Cute 6.3%, Story Rich 5.5%
Guide Pronty and its Javelin partner Bront as it defends the once great city of Royla. Explore the deep sea, fight mutant sea creatures, and discover the secrets behind this new Atlantis in this beautiful action-packed adventure.
Why similar: Underwater 35.1% ★, Metroidvania 29.3%, Platformer 10.1%, Atmospheric 5.7%, Cute 5.6%
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 43.8%, Underground 20% ★, Platformer 13.5%, Sci-fi 8%, Action 6.6%
Phantom Rend is an intense Action-Adventure! Where you Find Your Ways through a Vast phantom Infested Island nation, wage Epic battles against formidable foes, Upgrade your skills and items, Uncover ancient secrets, Meet and befriend creatures of all walks of life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Hand-drawn 10.5%, Platformer 7.1%, Atmospheric 7%, Mystery 6.1%
Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Soundtrack 27.6% ★, Platformer 10.9%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Open World 8.4%
Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Platformer 14.9%, Open World 11.4%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Mystery 7.3%
Join forces with ALAN the service bot in this mysterious post-nuclear metroidvania. Explore a deadly mutant wasteland, upgrade ALAN with abilities that unlock new areas, and uncover the secrets of The Worm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Post-apocalyptic 21.6%, Open World 10.7%, Mystery 9.9%, Sci-fi 8.1%
The Last Hope is a Metroidvania-style platform game with RPG elements, in which the player controls an unnamed character who is transported against his will to the underworld, and now has to discover how to escape and how to survive the dangers around him.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Underground 23.9% ★, Platformer 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Adventure 6.3%
Explore three distant planets in this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania, developed for the Game Boy Color. Face mysterious creatures, discover powerful upgrades and uncover lost secrets. The fate of humanity is in your hands!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Platformer 16.5%, Open World 7.8%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Dark Fantasy 5.9%
Butterfly: Twisted Thread is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where you use a mystical butterfly to draw platforms, objects, and attack tools into the world. Explore interconnected areas, solve physics-based puzzles, fight enemies, and unlock new paths through creative drawing.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Underground 17.3% ★, Platformer 14.6%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Action 4.1%
Peaky Circus is a hand-drawn adventure about a mime exploring a broken world of clowns. Discover strange lands, battle quirky monsters, learn new skills, and befriend unusual characters in a charming, melancholic journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Platformer 13.1%, Post-apocalyptic 11.1%, Open World 11%, Hand-drawn 6.5%
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 44.7%, Platformer 17.3%, Hand-drawn 10.5%, Adventure 5.1%, Indie 5.1%
Maverick is an action-packed metroidvania with tight and deliberate controls. Run, jump, and shoot your way through a post-modern Earth under siege by alien-androids. Conquer dynamic enemies and bosses as you evolve your xeno-armor with enhancements and unlock unique abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Open World 13.2%, Post-apocalyptic 11.7%, Platformer 7.1%
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 35.3%, Post-apocalyptic 16.2%, Platformer 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%, Sci-fi 6.3%
Evolve your body further to survive this vast, yet dense, system of caves. You must use your wits to outsmart predators lurking in the dark and to solve puzzling challenges in order to further advance in this strange world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Post-apocalyptic 15.9%, Open World 11.3%, Platformer 11.2%, Mystery 9.3%
Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Platformer 15.9%, Cute 7.9%, Atmospheric 7.7%, Hand-drawn 7.1%
Use a Spear Guardian to rescue your missing tribe members! A mysterious enemy has turned the once peaceful island into chaos. With help from your Companion and your Tribe’s wisdom, you must uncover secrets, gain new abilities, and restore peace to the island.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Platformer 15.2%, Open World 13.9%, Combat 9.3%, Funny 5.5%
Last Stitch Goodnight is a side scrolling action adventure that embraces a new mythology. After a near-death experience, you are kidnapped by a doctor who is experimenting on people who satisfy certain criteria. Escape will require new weapons, powers, and a strong stomach for bad science.
Why similar: Soundtrack 39.1% ★, Metroidvania 34%, Platformer 8%, Indie 6.9%, Adventure 6.2%
Save your sister from a certain death by finding her soul fragments in this mystical hand-drawn world! Utilize a variety of morphing abilities and fight through the dream-like Land Of Sorrow. It is known to be flooded with crying creatures who are creating a chaos under the dark soul Self.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Soundtrack 21.1% ★, Platformer 12.8%, Hand-drawn 12%, Story Rich 6.3%
Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Platformer 13.2%, Open World 10.8%, Atmospheric 6.8%
