Games Like L'intrépide, le futur de l'imparfait

Pick up the mantle of the plucky maiden getting ready for her date night that is unceremoniously interrupted by the dastardly duo of Countess Bathory and Baron de Blonde in this prologue to the colourful Janosik 2 retro action-platformer…

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Platformer 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Comedy 7.2%

Set approximately 1 year after the events of the first game, Panzer returns to his role as Raid Leader of the Zergadins. The old team has been "recruited", an all-new state-of-the-art headquarters built, and a world of adventure awaits!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Action 9.6%, Adventure 8.7%

Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Platformer 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7%

Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Platformer 7.8%

You wake up in a strange place reduced to a six-toed foot load of enemies are trying to wash you! FIght them by wall jumping and shooting your extra toe at them, while you try to find your way out.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.1%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 9%, Arcade 8.2%

Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Arcade 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%

A metropolis crumbles into ruin as powerful Barons satisfy their greed upon souls lost in time. You are but one spirit, with a wooden body left to rot in the wild…

Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Platformer 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Action-Adventure 14%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 15.1%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

Blast your way through a thrilling adventure that brings back the spirit of 90s arcade classics… with a modern twist.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12%, Arcade 11.7%, 2D Platformer 11.6%

Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Platformer 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

Blood must find a way to locate the Son-Hit Chalice, destroy his brother Zip and the evil, mysterious creatures, and find his grandfather.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10%, Arcade 8.2%

Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

John Ghost is back with a vengeance in this retro-metroidvania. Fall to the underworld, and explore. Seek to calm the horrors below to ensure a peaceful rest for your loved ones.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Platformer 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Action 9.3%

"Little Droid 2: Escape" is a classic 2D (Metroidvania) side-scrolling pixel art adventure where you need to find a way to escape a mysterious planet.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Platformer 16.3%, Arcade 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Adventure 6.7%

An SNES-Inspired, platforming, sci-fi adventure. It's like playing a Saturday Morning Cartoon!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Comedy 8.2%

A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Action 9.9%

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 36.4%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 12%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Action-Adventure 6.5%

Flap, Dash, Jump, Glide, Dash, and more, through a vast world full of places to explore, people to talk to, and enemies to fight. Use all of your movement tools in order to both explore and fight, all in chunky 2d pixelart.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Action 9.6%, Adventure 8.7%

Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

A humble farmer sets out to rescue his chicken from monstrous abductors. Punch, slash, and parkour your way through elemental-infused chaos in this fast-paced 2D action-platformer!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Action 10.2%

Berry is a short orthogonal 3D platformer about a tiny, blue spider. Gain new abilities, weave through projectiles, collect and purchase a variety of items, and combat various bosses in this tiny metroidvania adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Action 10%

Far Star is a story-driven action-adventure game with Metroidvania influences. There is something fishy going on in this galaxy, but this won’t stop your intergalactic general services crew from doing their job using a varied set of skills, weapons and outfits.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Robots 10.7%

Help Zozo find his way home in this cartoon-inspired Metroidvania platformer. Pillow-fight sentient pastries, train under an octopus master, and brave a cybernetic jungle as you explore the vibrant landscapes of Zozo's dreams.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Platformer 14.2%, Action-Adventure 6.3%, Adventure 5.4%

Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Platformer 16.7%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Action-Adventure 14.9%, Action 8%

Witchcrafty is a metroidvania platformer with magical action gameplay, exploration of a weird world, and adorable pixel art graphics. Help the little witch solve the mystery of strange events in the Kingdom, and defeat enemies with fire, lightning, and ice magic.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Arcade 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

Venture out on a machine-packed rescue mission in a 2D platform game, action, shooting and lots of Neon!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Robots 11%, Action 10%

In a future where humanity has vanished, machines maintain vast underground complexes under the command of artificial intelligences. You are a unit activated to deliver a mysterious payload. Face hostile systems, precision challenges, and uncover the forgotten purpose of your existence.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Robots 12.3%, Adventure 10.1%

Take control of a sword-wielding fox and a dragon/owl duo to fight your way through the fantasy kingdom of Vanalia and stop its tyrant monarch! Havoc Fox is a combat-based action platformer featuring an unlikely partnership tasked with saving their home from its own corrupted protectors.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Platformer 14.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action-Adventure 12%, Action 6.1%

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: Metroidvania 38.5%, Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Adventure 7.8%

Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

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 40.1%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 13.8%, Post-apocalyptic 10.7%, Action 5.7%

Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Platformer 6%

Survive in a dark and atmospheric action-platformer characterized by environments full of mystery and fearsome enemies.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Action 9.2%

Chexie is a teenage girl who, as a result of mysterious events, is transported to the virtual kingdom of Pixgun. There she discovers a magic wand that becomes her key to survival. Your task is to discover the source of corruption in the kingdom and the plight of its inhabitants.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Platformer 16.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Arcade 13.1%, Action 9.9%

Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Action 8.4%

The Ramsey is a 2D platformer that allows you to play as cute squirrel characters solving puzzles using various weapons. Explore maze-like islands and overcome difficult obstacles with the strongest squirrels in the universe.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Platformer 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Action 7.2%

Mishaka is an ordinary mouse with extraordinary courage. Upon learning of the cheese theft, he decides to take gun into his own paws and reclaim the lost delicacies. Throughout his adventure, Mishaka will encounter dangers, traps, and a multitude of enemies — from cunning rats to giant predators.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Platformer 14.8%, Arcade 13%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 11.5%

Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Robots 7.1%

An adventure that will test your skills using only 2 buttons!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.8%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 13%, Arcade 9.9%, Action 5.3%

Explore the Echoes of Nox amongst the war between 3 factions of robots. Uncover new tools and take territory as the dynamically changing rooms switch hands between the different AIs and yourself. Reveal the secrets of the past and discover why you alone were left in this station.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 12.6%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Robots 10.2%, 2D Platformer 8.9%

An adventure game with focus on acrobatics and discovering secrets. Classic platformer gameplay in the spirit of the 8-bit era games.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.3%, Platformer 17.2%, Arcade 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%

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: Metroidvania 16.6%, Platformer 13.3%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.2%

Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Platformer 7.4%

It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 14.9%, Action 6.3%, Adventure 5.7%

"The Throne" is a medieval adventure in true Metroidvania style. Get lost in a huge castle with 2.5D pixel art environments and increase your power with new abilities you find along the way. Fight fearsome bosses and navigate dangerous traps to make your way to the throne room!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Platformer 14.8%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Originally developed as a birthday gift for my nephew, Jackroid is a heartfelt indie game that blends classic action-platforming with Metroid-style exploration. After several requests and growing interest, I’ve decided to bring Jackroid to Steam. Free—as a thank you to everyone who’s supported me.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Post-apocalyptic 8.8%

Explore, fight, and platform through a world of deadly plants as a lone potato, Tater Spud, in search of powerups and the answers behind the flora that was once safe.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Family Friendly 6.1%

Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Action 8.8%, Adventure 8.3%

Locked away in a lost corner of the world lies a ruin where the dead refuse to rest. Using your wits and your treacherous whip can you discover the secrets interred within this QBASIC action/adventure?

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Post-apocalyptic 7.9%

Enter the Timberman universe! Enjoy the retro vibe of a 2D platformer with a classic 16-bit pixel art aesthetic.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Arcade 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

A fast-paced 2D platformer where you dash, wall-jump, and speedrun through levels while avoiding enemies that steal your riches. Shatter hourglasses to trigger countdown escapes from the wall-phasing ENPHOSO, and face bosses in Undertale-style bullet-hell battles.

Why similar: Platformer 17.1%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Arcade 15.5%, Action 11.7%, Comedy 10.2%

Wynn has traveled to this dying Kingdom of Alara because she heard a powerful Wizard has taken in her twin sister Eira. Explore the world that has been subjected by the Wizard and his five apprentices and discover enough power ups to find and kill Eira

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Platformer 17.9%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 10.4%

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 37.2%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Adventure 9.8%

A Mystical Anime-Inspired Metroidvania. Embark on an adventure through a mystical world full of magical creatures.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Post-apocalyptic 14.2%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Action 8%

Face the fears from your dreams to save the kingdom in this 2D retro advenure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Arcade 13%, 2D Platformer 11.4%

Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Platformer 16.3%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Action 7.6%

This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Platformer 15.5%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Adventure 7.5%