
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, 2D Platformer, Platformer, 2D.

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

Torii: Beyond The Gates
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.

Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
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 30.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action RPG 11.2%, Platformer 10.6%, Souls-like 8.8%
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 20.6%, Action RPG 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 8.5%
A dark metroidvania with RPG elements, "Undivine" challenges you to explore, battle, and uncover secrets in a desolate, interconnected world. Customize your abilities, wield unique weapons, and delve into deep lore filled with mystery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 20.2%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 8.4%, Medieval 6%
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Souls-like 22.6%, Platformer 9.6%, Action RPG 9.1%, 2D Platformer 7.6%
In "Luminite Era: Expedition," face unique Boss battles, wield arcane spells, and create distinct equipment combos to unveil the Black Mist's secrets and preserve humanity's last Luminite glimmer amid its relentless spread.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 22.6%, Action RPG 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 9.2%
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 21%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7%
A systemic, dark fantasy metroidvania RPG where you are a young witchcrafter striving to control his power of 4 elements on a journey to find a mythical fifth one and save his kidnapped father. Your decisions count in this branching, thought-provoking story set in a vivid, murky world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Action RPG 13%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 10.7%, Choices Matter 6.9%
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 23.7%, Souls-like 21.1%, Action RPG 14.5%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 8%
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 29.4%, Souls-like 23.7%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action RPG 8.9%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
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 27.8%, Souls-like 25.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 5.9%
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 22.5%, Souls-like 19.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Hand-drawn 6.1%
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 27.6%, Souls-like 24.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action RPG 11.5%, Platformer 9.9%
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 24%, Souls-like 21.6%, Action RPG 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Platformer 9.2%
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.9%, Metroidvania 22.7%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Hand-drawn 8%
"Traces of the Unknown" is a classic 2D action-adventure with RPG elements. Explore forests, deserts, caves, frozen environments, ancient dungeons, battle evil creatures, fierce and hungry animals, and unravel the ancient mysteries to discover the forgotten truth of the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Souls-like 18.2%, Action RPG 13.1%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
Explore a hand-crafted Metroidvania where dreams and nightmares collide. Master fast-paced combat, craft powerful spells, and harness Color to restore a dying world while uncovering the truth behind the Dream Painters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 22.7%, Action RPG 11.2%, Platformer 7.6%, 2D Platformer 7.5%
A short metroidvania with a focus on freedom of choice! Gain abilities to get access to other areas! Help fallen friends to summon their spirits to fight along side you! Level up! Upgrade your equipment! Then when you feel ready, go and confront the mighty Gigantimus to stop him destroying the city!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 20%, Action RPG 14%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 10.5%
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 30.6%, Souls-like 24.4%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 23.8%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Action-Adventure 6.3%
Tower of Pandemonium is a top-down RPG and 2D platformer where your choices determine your fate, featuring 6 guilds, 6 classes, action, puzzles, mystery and memorable characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Action RPG 13.7%, Platformer 11.8%, RPG 8.4%
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 22.1%, Souls-like 20.4%, Action RPG 12.2%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9.5%
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a warrior, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Souls-like 22.8%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 9.1%, Action-Adventure 6.4%
Rise Achlys is a brutal gothic soulsvania and rogue-lite inspired by Castlevania. The story-driven game features a vampire protagonist and iconic characters like Dracula and Frankenstein, with time travel and fantasy themes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 21.3%, Action RPG 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 8.5%
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 27.1%, Souls-like 24.4%, Action RPG 9.2%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Hand-drawn 7.3%
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 25.2%, Souls-like 18.5%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action RPG 9.5%, Platformer 7.3%
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 29.8%, Souls-like 22.3%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%
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 21.8%, Souls-like 20.3%, Action RPG 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 8.7%
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Souls-like 22.6%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 8.3%, Action-Adventure 5.6%
Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 18.8%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action RPG 12.2%, Platformer 9%
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%, Souls-like 26.9%, Action RPG 8.2%, Platformer 7.9%, RPG 6.7%
Stellar Poetry is a 2D action adventure game similar to the galaxy Castlevania. The sorceress, who awakens after sensing the call of a mysterious voice, goes on a series of adventures in order to find memories lost due to the curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 24.7%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
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 29.3%, Souls-like 27.3%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8%
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 25.9%, Souls-like 21.4%, Action RPG 13.6%, Platformer 11.4%, 2D Platformer 10.9%
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 34.6%, Souls-like 20.8%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.7%, Souls-like 20%, Action RPG 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, RPG 3.9%
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 29.7%, Souls-like 19.6%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%
Explore a haunting and punishing world in this 2D action RPG. Lumen Inferius combines fast-paced combat with intricate RPG mechanics. Traverse ancient ruins, dark forests, and decaying castles, uncovering secrets of a cursed land. Your skill and strategy will determine its fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Souls-like 20%, Action RPG 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 8.2%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 26%, Metroidvania 24.7%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Action RPG 8.3%
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Souls-like 24.5%, Action RPG 14.1%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
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 27.7%, Souls-like 24.4%, Action RPG 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 8%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 26.2%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 8.3%, Cute 5.7%
LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie, a game originally created for Nintendo's 8-bit console that was never released (at least for now), but is now coming to Steam. It's a classic Metroidvania, featuring the original maps and design from that era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Souls-like 17.4%, Action RPG 11.1%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9%
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 29%, Souls-like 23.8%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action RPG 10.6%, Platformer 9.8%
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 29.7%, Souls-like 26.3%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Platformer 8.4%, Hand-drawn 7.8%
Play as Lowe, a vengeful swordsman in a world shrouded in loneliness and despair. Wield your greatsword, slay monsters as a mortal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Action RPG 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, RPG 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8%
Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 17.2%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 11.5%, Action RPG 7.3%
A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action RPG 13%, Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
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 25.3%, Souls-like 22.5%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Souls-like 22.5%, Platformer 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%, Hand-drawn 6.9%
A Katana-parrying action Metroidvania set in an era of falling cherry blossoms! Defeat your foes with pure, flawless swordplay and prove your absolute mastery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 23.5%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action RPG 10.6%, Platformer 8.8%
DEITY SOULS Plus is an 8-Bit Action-Adventure with lite metroidvania elements. Level up found weapons. Find spells. Defeat Deities. Summon Deities. 9 playable characters. Old-school difficulty with an adult gaming twist! 18+
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Souls-like 19.4%, Action RPG 12%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 9.2%
A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!
Why similar: Souls-like 27.3%, Metroidvania 26%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 7.9%, Action RPG 6.7%
Make impactful decisions in moral dilemma situations, which will change the course of your journey through this atmospheric, hand-drawn metroidvania. Explore the hazardous paths of the Realm of Aestik and fight its corrupted inhabitants as you unravel its deep-rooted mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.7%, Souls-like 17.8%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 7.6%, Cute 6.7%
Sinweaver is a 2D Metroidvania Lite that has you cutting your way through fallen angels and cultists alike as you fight your way through hell to escape a grim afterlife. Explore levels and an interactive overworld map to uncover the worlds secrets and why heavens mightiest have fallen to darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 25.2%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
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 34.4%, Souls-like 29%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 7%, Action-Adventure 5.4%
『Second Works』 is a 2D platform action-adventure game set in a sci-fi fantasy world based on biotechnology. Enjoy the unique atmosphere created by colorful anime-style graphics and the thrilling experience of high-difficulty action.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Souls-like 21.5%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Hand-drawn 5.7%
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow Rose Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Action RPG 15.1%, 2D Platformer 10%, Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 7%
A holy knight confronts corruption within a necropolis mega-structure in a souls-like dark sci-fi ARPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.3%, Metroidvania 27.5%, Action RPG 15.2%, RPG 7%, Anime 5.6%
The Last Comfort is a Metroidvania set within a child's subconscious mind. You must traverse through the child's memories, dreams, and nightmares as Tedd, his favorite toy, find the sickness, and save the child from a terminal nightmare.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 20.4%, Action RPG 10.4%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 8.5%
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 34.2%, Souls-like 27.3%, Action RPG 14.2%, RPG 8%, Action-Adventure 7.7%