- #1 Little Droid 2: Escape
97% matchPositive97% of 37 reviews2025
Dev: KingStyle
Windows
"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 34.9%, Platformer 16.3%, Arcade 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Adventure 6.3%
- #2 Souno's Curse
96% matchMixed70% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: Kiro TeamPub: PixelHeart
Windows
Embark on a short and emotional journey through a cursed cave in this 2D hand-drawn platformer with action and metroidvania elements. Uncover a touching story about regrets and the value of living the moment
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Hidden Object 15.9%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Platformer 12%, Colorful 5.7%
- #3 Savage Horizons
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Insolence Studio
Windows
A compact, action-driven metroidvania. Explore a mysterious island and recover five fragments of a fallen meteor containing a rare and powerful mineral. Designed to be completed in under two hours, with all the exploration, progression, and challenge fans of the genre expect.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Hand-drawn 16.4%, Arcade 10.7%, Colorful 6.9%, Atmospheric 6.7%
- #4 Dust and Shadow
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HyperStep Studio
Windows
Dust and Shadow lets you shift between multiple time dimensions, altering the map in real time. Face enemies, traps, and the environment to uncover the mystery. Unlock powerful abilities as you progress through the adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Hidden Object 19.1%, Platformer 17.2%, Adventure 9.3%, Mystery 5.3%
- #5 Shattered Divinities
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StellarSoul
Windows
In Shattered Divinities, embark on an adventure that pits you directly against divinity itself! An ancient War of Gods shattered the world, and their broken power has become the Calamities that consume all life. How will you survive in this land? And how will you uncover the secrets behind the War?
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, Platformer 17.9%, Hidden Object 12.6%, Adventure 5.7%, 2D 5.7%
- #6 FrogeON
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JofraDev
Windows
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 27.8%, Platformer 14.1%, Futuristic 10.9%, Colorful 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #7 Stoatman
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostum
Windows
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 42.5%, Platformer 16.7%, Atmospheric 7.2%, Hand-drawn 6.6%, Adventure 6.1%
- #8 Back to Home
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Skylaxx Studio
Windows
Help Mila to return home in Back to Home! An epic adventure that fuses the Metroidvanias and the Souls Like and makes you travel fantastic places like forgotten caves, high snowy mountains and dark forests created in a “Dirty-Pixel Art” 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Hidden Object 17.9%, Platformer 12.9%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #9 Grapixo Arte em Guerra
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Akyoma StudioPub: MIRA AÇU
Windows
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 41.6%, Platformer 16.6%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Adventure 6.3%, Colorful 4.1%
- #10 DARK MINUTE: Kira's Adventure
91% matchPositive83% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: KovalGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Platform your way through a shadowy dungeon, grab the cells to unlock the exit, and rush out before the clock hits 1 minute and the lights go out. Welcome to the darkest minute of your life, Kira!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Hidden Object 16.7%, Platformer 12.8%, Arcade 10.2%, Side Scroller 5.9%
- #11 Pixgun
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Twisted Twice Games
Windows
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 36.9%, Platformer 18.7%, Arcade 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Adventure 5.1%
- #12 MIO: Memories in Orbit
89% matchVery Positive83% of 2,890 reviews2026
Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Platformer 13.5%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, Futuristic 8.7%, Atmospheric 5.7%
- #13 Rubi: The Wayward Mira
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wayward Games
Windows
A game about saving a dying planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Platformer 12.7%, Arcade 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Side Scroller 6.8%
- #14 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
88% matchVery Positive85% of 183 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 44.2%, Platformer 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Atmospheric 6.9%, Adventure 6.8%
- #15 Pentacore
87% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Jonathan CollierPub: Mythril Age
Windows
Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.8%, Platformer 17%, Futuristic 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Adventure 5.5%
- #16 The Smoke
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vino VenitasPub: Eternally Forward Games
Windows
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Platformer 15%, Hand-drawn 11%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Colorful 6%
- #17 Florarium
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Melting Caramel
Windows
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 45.8%, Platformer 16.9%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, Atmospheric 5%, Adventure 5%
- #18 ITORAH
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 886 reviews2022
Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Hand-drawn 13.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Arcade 10.5%, Colorful 6.7%
- #19 Destroyed Base
85% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Riddik
Windows
Destroyed Base is a 2D platformer adventure where your main task is to survive, find resources to strengthen your shelter and defeat the enemies inhabiting these gloomy corners of the forest. Various bandits have escaped into this forest, who, like you, are hunting for various resources.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Platformer 16.9%, Arcade 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Adventure 5.9%
- #20 Bitup
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cosmogonia Games
Windows
BitUp is a side scrolling, exploration metroidvania game set in a Cubist-Impressionist universe. A game kept hidden by its legendary creator, while its protagonist looks for answers. Players must aid Bit in its quest to find out what lies beyond.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Platformer 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Adventure 6.5%, Colorful 6.5%
- #21 Inexistence Rebirth
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 132 reviews2020
Dev: Jonathan Brassaud
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Rediscover this great Metroidvania game in a brand new version with a lot of features and improvements! Run in a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, Platformer 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Arcade 6.1%, Adventure 6.1%
- #22 Phaze Shift
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lord Mango Games
Windows
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Platformer 18.1%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, 2D 5.8%, Adventure 5.8%
- #23 Ascent DX
81% matchVery Positive99% of 272 reviews2025
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
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 47.2%, Platformer 16.4%, Adventure 8%, Atmospheric 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #24 SHEEPO
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 561 reviews2020
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%
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 42.2%, Platformer 18.1%, Hand-drawn 10%, Colorful 5.8%, Adventure 5.8%
- #25 Potata: Foxy Tale
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Potata Company
Windows
Potata: Foxy Tale is a fairy tale themed platformer adventure game in a beautiful world of dark forests. Your goal is to restore the balance and assemble the fragments of the Woodland Spirit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Platformer 17.4%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Atmospheric 8%, Adventure 6.9%
- #26 Lost Tribe
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Firestone Games
Windows
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 39.7%, Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Combat 7.9%, Colorful 4.6%
- #27 Lone Fungus
79% matchVery Positive84% of 1,139 reviews2023
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Colorful 7.8%, Side Scroller 5.9%
- #28 Nocturnal 2
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sunnyside Games
Windows
Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Platformer 14.2%, Hand-drawn 13%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Combat 6.5%
- #29 The Starlight Amulet
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FreddeGredde
Windows
Explore a mysterious island in this beautiful hand-drawn side-scrolling adventure. Befriend the characters you meet in order to learn new abilities that let you reach new areas. Story, visuals, game design and music by FreddeGredde.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Platformer 15.9%, Hand-drawn 15.4%, Colorful 5.8%, Adventure 5.8%
- #30 Somnium Shore
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
Windows
A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.5%, Platformer 20.7%, Adventure 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, Exploration 4.6%
- #31 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,561 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.1%, Platformer 15.8%, Hand-drawn 9%, Adventure 8.8%, Side Scroller 5.1%
- #32 Makis Adventure
76% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Platformer 10.3%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Side Scroller 6.1%
- #33 Safe Hayven
75% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Escape Code Games
Windows · Linux
Safe Hayven is a 2D pixel platformer with a killer soundtrack that will take you on a cyberpunk journey into the future. Aya is in the city of Wrexham, 2089. The world is being dominated by the Z-54 A.I and Aya leads the "Rezistance" in fighting back against this new threat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Arcade 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Futuristic 7.9%
- #34 Vulpis
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: max.marauder
Windows · Mac
Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Platformer 19.7%, Adventure 7%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, 2D 6.1%
- #35 Environmental Station Alpha
77% matchVery Positive83% of 1,601 reviews2015
Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.9%, Platformer 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Adventure 5.5%, Atmospheric 2.8%
- #36 Raygun Gadabout
74% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: Quantum Duck Studio Ltd.
Windows
An exhilarating action-adventure game set in a vibrant retro-futuristic universe. Embark on daring interstellar journeys, uncovering new worlds, and battling formidable alien adversaries. Upgrade your ship and abilities as you explore the vastness of space to save the Galaxy from a hidden threat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Hand-drawn 15.8%, Platformer 10.3%, Colorful 6.8%, Combat 6%
- #37 Dewborne Dawn
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mythwalk Studios
Windows
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 48%, Hand-drawn 19.8%, Combat 8.1%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Adventure 6.4%
- #38 Rogue Legacy 2
72% matchVery Positive91% of 14,873 reviews2022
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Arcade 25.6%, Platformer 16.3%, Side Scroller 4.6%, Adventure 4.3%
- #39 Winslow
73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Tommy Owen
Windows · Mac
A boy, home alone, wanders into a shadowy underworld of knights and skeletons. Navigate a cunning labyrinth, find keys, solve color puzzles, and dodge foes in this gripping side-scroller. Uncover secrets in a haunting, nonlinear adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Hidden Object 17.2%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Adventure 8.1%
- #40 Chasm
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,617 reviews2018
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.8%, Platformer 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Adventure 6%, Side Scroller 5%
- #41 Gauntlet Force: Rise of the Machines
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Forge Studios
Windows
Gauntlet Force: RotM is a metroidvania-lite action-brawler platformer. Fight brutally against an army of silly robots while ascending the interconnected Fortress of Doom. Collect upgrades and evolve your weapon to slay your way through bizzarre and evil villains.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Platformer 19%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Adventure 10.4%, 2D 5.1%
- #42 Spirit Fusion
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
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 43.7%, Platformer 17.1%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Adventure 10.5%, Combat 4.5%
- #43 Ethereal Odyssey
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KU3 Dev
Windows · Linux
Explore a dreamscape, rich with magic, hidden secrets and mysterious creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Hand-drawn 14.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Adventure 10.3%, Colorful 6.7%
- #44 Xanthiom 2
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MathanGames
Windows
Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Futuristic 6%
- #45 Dystobel
69% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2024
Dev: Ken Davis
Windows
Seek the path to your freedom! Join to 84831 (Babel) on his journey to change the way his world is ruled. Dystobel is a metroidvania based on the change of powers with which you can dodge and nullify attacks, with multiple objects to discover and equip.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Hidden Object 16.7%, Platformer 13.4%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Colorful 5.6%
- #46 Puppetmaster
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gabriel Games LLC
Windows
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 45.3%, Hand-drawn 16.4%, Platformer 10.7%, Combat 9.7%, Atmospheric 6.5%
- #47 One Dog Story
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 516 reviews2017
Dev: Big Way GamesPub: Big Way
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
One Dog Story is an engaging pixel adventure game with RPG elements, gameplay that’ll get you hooked for hours, and well-developed characters. You wake up in an underground laboratory, free again after a horrific accident. Prepare to explore this expansive game world and its many secrets and mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Platformer 14.1%, Futuristic 9.4%, Mystery 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #48 Destinesia
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Tay
Windows
Destinesia is a sci-fi metroidvania which you are looking for a new home for humanity. Parkour your way through most dangerous jungles and explore the ancient dungeons. Upgrade your suit with the remains of your ancestors. Reveal the oldest secrets of Homo Sapiens.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Side Scroller 7.1%, Atmospheric 6.5%
- #49 Blue Rabbit, Black Future
68% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: dakenite
Windows
A thrilling 2D platformer, with cute and minimal pixel art style! Enjoy 24 challenging levels and a couple boss battles, all wrapped in a short but intense story with animated cinematics. A compact and intense experience that’s sure to keep you hooked!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Platformer 19.5%, Adventure 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #50 Dvalloc
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ClockSpell
Windows
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 39.9%, Arcade 9.7%, Platformer 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Adventure 5.9%
- #51 Honey's Sweet Revenge
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: etheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
Windows
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 52.5%, Platformer 13%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Adventure 9%, Combat 5.4%
- #52 Liminalia
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Space74
Windows · Mac
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 37%, Platformer 17.1%, Hand-drawn 17%, Atmospheric 6.7%, 2D 6.3%
- #53 Alwa's Awakening
68% matchVery Positive80% of 909 reviews2017
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.8%, Platformer 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Adventure 6.9%, 2D 4.4%
- #54 Maelstrom
68% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
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 50.7%, Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Adventure 7.4%, 2D 6.9%
- #55 Rising Fox
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Team Spark
Windows
Embark on an unforgettable adventure. Explore a mysterious world, uncover the secrets of the Zoodiacs, and face a threat that could destroy everything. Save your village as you dive into a story where nothing is as it seems.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, Hidden Object 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Adventure 7.6%, Side Scroller 7.1%
- #56 Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
67% matchVery Positive92% of 6,988 reviews2014
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The definitive version of the smash-hit Metroidvania-style action-platformer, Guacamelee! STCE adds new levels, powers, challenges, and refinements to the sprawling, ridiculous, Mexican-inspired adventure of the original Guacamelee! Gold Edition.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.3%, Platformer 27.5%, 2D 9.2%, Colorful 0.6%, Side Scroller 0.4%
- #57 After Shadows
67% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Insidious Games
Windows
After Shadows is a metroidvania with roguelike elements. Get into a distant post-apocalyptic future, where all of humanity became extinct. Explore the abandoned Fortress, look for traps and hide from Dark Monster who is chasing you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Hand-drawn 17.3%, Platformer 15.1%, Futuristic 11.4%, Atmospheric 6.3%
- #58 Shards of Memories
66% 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 44.4%, Hand-drawn 18.6%, Platformer 10.5%, Adventure 5.1%, 2D Platformer 4.6%