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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Souls-like, Action, Adventure.

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  1. #1 Lotus Knight
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stinky Tofu Games
    Windows · Mac

    Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Souls-like 30.4%, Platformer 14.5%, Action 4.3%, 2D 4.1%

  2. #2 Spright
    96% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: Studio Wallnut
    Windows

    Spright is an epic 2D metroidvania about descending into a vast abyss that twists against you the deeper you go. Equipped with only your diving helm and a longswordm, you will dive head-on into a world that refuses to give way.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Souls-like 25.1%, Platformer 13.4%, Action 5.1%, Action-Adventure 5%

  3. #3 Mother's Sword
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Monsitle
    Windows

    Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Souls-like 32.9%, Platformer 7.1%, Action-Adventure 6%, Action 5.9%

  4. #4 Go Alone
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: orobi
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Souls-like 30.1%, Action-Adventure 5.5%, Adventure 5.2%, Action 4.5%

  5. #5 Tairo: Lost In Time
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Philuma
    Windows

    Tairo: Lost In Time is a 3D stylized metroidvania following Tairo, a young time weaver lost in a forgotten realm. Explore a big lively world, full with mysteries to solve, wide range of bosses, creatures and forgotten knights. Shape your journey downwards, manipulating time to reveal your past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, Souls-like 36.3%, Platformer 5.5%, Action-Adventure 4%, Action 3.9%

  6. #6 Spellforged
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bewx
    Windows

    Forge your magical journey through the world of Syntheria in this action, adventure, Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Souls-like 25.6%, Platformer 8.3%, Magic 8.1%, Action 4.5%

  7. #7 Sword of Hokushin
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Crystal Portal Studio LLC
    Windows

    A grand evil has cast the world into the Forever Night. Play as Renima, a celestial guardian awakened after millennia to hunt the demons who shattered the balance between realms. Explore the esoteric world of Azareth, uncover forgotten secrets, and restore light to a dying world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Souls-like 28.8%, Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Action 4.6%

  8. #8 SpellTome
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
    Windows

    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 34.9%, Souls-like 29.1%, Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Magic 4.1%

  9. #9 DREIFRAME
    91% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2026
    Dev: MrDrone
    Windows

    Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Souls-like 29.7%, Platformer 12.1%, Adventure 3.7%, Action 3.6%

  10. #10 Cliff Kingdom
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Most likely no reason for hysteria
    Windows · Mac

    Deranged trolls. Old thinking machines. Nordic inspired animals with dark backstories. Meet them all in this hand drawn adventure where you play as a moth, born without wings, exploring a dark world in search of the kingdoms lost light.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, Souls-like 29.4%, Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 6.5%, Action 4.4%

  11. #11 Animosa
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Cosecant Games
    Windows

    Journey alongside the timid knight through this challenging metroidvania full of unique bosses and dynamic enemies. Build trust, unlock abilities, encourage and explore.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Souls-like 28.4%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Action 4.4%

  12. #12 Vesuvius
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Snow Day Games
    Windows · Mac

    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 42.3%, Souls-like 32.4%, Platformer 11%, Adventure 4.2%, 2D 3.6%

  13. #13 Runic Curse Remastered
    88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
    Dev: Alexey Suslin
    Windows

    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 38.2%, Souls-like 30.2%, Platformer 8.6%, Action 6%, Action-Adventure 5.5%

  14. #14 The Malice Kingdom
    89% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: The Cheesecake Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore an ancient world in The Malice Kingdom. Travel the rich and diverse landscape filled with ancient ruins, foreboding forests, and haunting mansions. Discover powerful weapons, befriend Whimsical characters, and uncover the dormant secret within the kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Souls-like 25%, Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Action 5.7%

  15. #15 Anatine
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Astrolabe Games
    Windows · Mac

    Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Souls-like 30.4%, Platformer 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, Action 4.6%

  16. #16 Bacuri
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bad Kid Games
    Windows

    Plunge into Bacuri's journey. Discovering himself, friends, habilities, lands, challenges and enemies. Draft your own path in this 2D platformer crafted in modern pixel art style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Souls-like 25%, Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Action 5.5%

  17. #17 Sutra Pilgrim
    86% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: SvenFish Games
    Windows

    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 41.1%, Souls-like 31.6%, Platformer 7.4%, Action 5.9%, Action-Adventure 5.8%

  18. #18 Infinitevania
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 303 reviews2026
    Dev: JHT Games
    Windows

    A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Souls-like 25.2%, Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Action 4.4%

  19. #19 Silent Santicado
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vigilant Addiction Studios
    Windows

    Explore a silent, crumbling world in Silent Santicado! A retro journey through a fallen kingdom tainted by lost magic. Explore overgrown ruins, encounter a cast of peculiar characters, and defeat a menagerie of twisted enemies as you search for the source of Santicado's curse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Souls-like 29.3%, Action-Adventure 6%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%, Platformer 4.7%

  20. #20 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    84% matchVery Positive81% of 5,603 reviews2018
    Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 45.4%, Metroidvania 33.6%, Platformer 5.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%, Action 3.4%

  21. #21 Eden Lumina
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Paka Games
    Windows

    Eden Lumina is a hand-drawn 2D metroidvania. Milo has just a yo-yo, and a whole world ahead of him: vast, full of hostile creatures and unlikely friends, its history carved in stone in a language nobody can read anymore.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Souls-like 27.8%, Platformer 10.9%, Action 6.4%, Adventure 3.5%

  22. #22 Obsidian Legion
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Palisade Games
    Windows

    Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Souls-like 31%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Platformer 7.3%, Action 5.2%

  23. #23 Slumbering Feline
    82% matchMostly Positive72% of 50 reviews2025
    Dev: The Flavare
    Windows · Linux

    Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Can Momo find her way out of this dreamscape?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, Platformer 11.8%, Souls-like 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Magic 5.8%

  24. #24 Moonscars
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 1,528 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 31.4%, Platformer 8.1%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Action 5.6%

  25. #25 Shards of Memories
    81% 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 43.1%, Souls-like 23.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Platformer 8.3%, Action 5.3%

  26. #26 Tear of Stars
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SevenPearls
    Windows

    Control two heroes as one in this atmospheric 2D Metroidvania. Explore two ruined kingdoms, from crystalline ruins to clockwork towers. Seamlessly swap between Asir’s elemental swordplay and Layla’s tactical wire-bow to solve cooperative puzzles and seek the truth behind the Darian legacy.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Souls-like 23%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Action 6%

  27. #27 Goldfish
    79% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2025
    Dev: Gabry Corti
    Windows

    Embark on a delirious journey in this metroidvania set on a pirate island where all the characters are sea animals.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Souls-like 29.9%, Platformer 8.5%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

  28. #28 Magnet
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Gabry Corti
    Windows

    MAGNET is a pixel-art Metroidvania set in a ruined world of robots. Harness magnetic and electrical powers to defeat enemies and overcome obstacles. Acquire new weapons and abilities to upgrade your robot.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.7%, Souls-like 27.7%, Platformer 7.7%, Action-Adventure 6%, Action 5.2%

  29. #29 Anokye
    78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: Mills Media
    Windows

    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 43.4%, Souls-like 29.3%, Platformer 9.4%, Adventure 4.2%, Action 4.2%

  30. #30 Demidoff Corp
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Targem Games
    Windows

    Demidoff Corp is an atmospheric 2D metroidvania based on Ural folk tales. Explore mystical lands, fight ancient creatures, unlock new abilities, and uncover Demidov’s secret to put an end to the evil that has awoken in the depths of the Ural mountains.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Souls-like 31.1%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Adventure 3.3%

  31. #31 RELICTUM
    77% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: Triple I
    Windows

    Become the Messenger of God and descend into the endless abyss to defeat powerful enemies and bosses while fulfilling the divine command in this 2D Metroidvania action adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.8%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Action 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

  32. #32 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    76% matchVery Positive92% of 3,298 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "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 33.2%, Souls-like 22.2%, Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Magic 6.8%

  33. #33 Mother ZERO
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mitral Pulse Studio
    Windows

    In Mother ZERO, a cyberpunk action-adventure game, fight your way through a decaying world full of mysteries and threats. Explore deep underground bunkers, battle corrupted creatures, and encounter bizarre characters.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Souls-like 26.8%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Platformer 6.5%, Pixel Graphics 5%

  34. #34 RE∀IVE(REVIVE)
    76% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: RHYSOMO
    Windows · Mac

    RE∀IVE is a 2D action metroidvania set on the war-torn artificial island of Atrificia. Switch between a former soldier and his damaged AI companion, Lily, unlock new abilities, and uncover the city’s hidden truth.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.1%, Platformer 16.1%, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Action 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

  35. #35 Dumbriel: Magnificent Adventure in Hell
    75% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: MadMoa
    Windows

    Dumbriel is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure set in Hell. Play as a clumsy fallen angel in a twisted underworld. Slash, craft, and dodge through deadly arenas, weird monsters, and hellish traps. Die, upgrade, and dive back in.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Souls-like 30.2%, Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, 2D 3.1%

  36. #36 SHADE Protocol
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Little Legendary
    Windows · Linux

    SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Souls-like 29.9%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 3.8%, 2D 3.7%

  37. #37 Children of Birch
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: UvuikSmoniti
    Windows

    "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 39.2%, Souls-like 30.2%, Platformer 12.3%, Adventure 3.7%, 2D 3.5%

  38. #38 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
    73% matchVery Positive85% of 184 reviews2022
    Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    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 47%, Platformer 14%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Action 5.9%

  39. #39 Briar Flame
    72% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2026
    Dev: HappyDoodz Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 40.4%, Souls-like 31.4%, Platformer 8.4%, Action-Adventure 5.7%, Action 4.5%

  40. #40 Unworthy
    74% matchVery Positive81% of 858 reviews2018
    Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Souls-like 38.9%, Action 4.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%, Adventure 3.5%

  41. #41 Foregone
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 1,409 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    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 35%, Souls-like 25.4%, Platformer 13.8%, Action 5.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%

  42. #42 Mask of Soul
    71% matchVery Positive82% of 62 reviews2026
    Dev: XION ENTERTAINMENTPub: XIONPLUS
    Windows

    Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Souls-like 31.1%, Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, 2D 3.7%

  43. #43 Li'l Red II
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Velveteen
    Windows

    Don the red hood and venture into this fabled adventure as Lyra. Metroidvania meets Top-Down Adventure in this challenging, side-scrolling tale.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Souls-like 29.6%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Platformer 8.1%, Adventure 4.2%

  44. #44 Peppermint
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Cowboy Fish Games
    Windows

    Pepper finds that her home has been taken over by an encroaching, melted, pink candy, endangering herself, her friends and her Queen. Seek out the pieces of sentient candy magic and save Pepper and her friends!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Souls-like 29.7%, Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Action 3.5%

  45. #45 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
    71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Ongar Studio
    Windows

    2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Souls-like 28.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Action 5.2%

  46. #46 Kaiyos Castle
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: UDFTStudios
    Windows

    Dive into the fairytale kingdom of Valora, a cute yet enigmatic Metroidvania, brimming with vibrant towns, enchanting critters, and hidden secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, Souls-like 30.5%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%, Adventure 3.7%

  47. #47 Dark Watcher
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Matsapura Games
    Windows

    Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 23.1%, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

  48. #48 Dimension Rift Zero
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MrDyvik
    Windows

    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 37.1%, Souls-like 30.6%, Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 4.2%, Action 3.9%

  49. #49 Overbowed
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 94 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 47.3%, Platformer 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Magic 6%, Action-Adventure 5.8%

  50. #50 Path of Deities
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bold Beetle Studio Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A vertically-structured Metroidvania where genetic mutations redefine progression. Navigate a divine-biomechanical labyrinth with dynamically evolving combat forms, where every choice alters companion fates and the world's collapse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Souls-like 32.8%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, Action 4.7%

  51. #51 DEVIATOR
    68% matchMixed67% of 1,011 reviews2024
    Dev: Gami Studio
    Windows

    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 39.2%, Souls-like 30.8%, Platformer 12.1%, Action 5.1%, Magic 3.7%

  52. #52 Intertwined
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: VoidNode
    Windows · Mac

    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 38.9%, Souls-like 29.9%, Platformer 11.2%, Action 3.9%, 2D 3.7%

  53. #53 Maskborne
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Maskborne
    Windows

    A dark, hand-drawn Metroidvania set in a world where death has disappeared. Fight twisted creatures, uncover forgotten secrets, and discover powerful Boundlings as you journey to restore death to a world that has forgotten how to die.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Souls-like 28.9%, Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Action 4.3%

  54. #54 Souldiers
    67% matchMixed69% of 3,156 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 56.5%, Souls-like 13.8%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Action 5.1%

  55. #55 ReSetna
    66% matchVery Positive82% of 176 reviews2025
    Dev: Today's GamesPub: Module16
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 64.9%, Platformer 18.2%, Action 7.5%, Adventure 5.8%, Indie 3.6%

  56. #56 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
    Dev: Innocent Soul
    Windows

    Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Souls-like 30.5%, Platformer 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 3.9%, 2D 3.7%

  57. #57 Lightwood
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Unfixed Brain
    Windows

    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 44.6%, Souls-like 32.7%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Action 5.1%, Adventure 3.5%

  58. #58 止境 Ends
    67% matchPositive92% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: 正人君子杨某人
    Windows

    "Ends" is a classic 2D horizontal board action game. In the game, you will play a dead soldier. In the chaotic order, you will pick up the broken weapons again, explore the broken world, challenge the changing creatures, and find your final destination.

    Why similar: Souls-like 36%, Metroidvania 28.6%, Action 11%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Adventure 8.5%

  59. #59 Tiny Turnip DX
    65% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026
    Dev: Luke Sanderson
    Windows

    Help a turnip reach the stars in this award-winning 1-bit metroidvania!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.5%, Platformer 17.1%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Adventure 5.1%, 2D 4.4%

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