
Embark on a quest for revenge in Lords of Exile, an 8-bit side-scrolling action platformer set in the far Lands of Exilia. With classic retro mechanics and linear level design in 8-bit graphics.
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Embark on a quest for revenge in Lords of Exile, an 8-bit side-scrolling action platformer set in the far Lands of Exilia. With classic retro mechanics and linear level design in 8-bit graphics.

Beholgar
Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider
Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is a side-scrolling action platformer that channels the golden age of classic 16-bit action games in a full-throttle quest for revenge. Created to defend a totalitarian state, the Moonrider rejects its programming and now seeks vengeance on its creators.
Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 16.1%, 1980s 15.8%, Arcade 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%
Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is a side-scrolling action platformer that channels the golden age of classic 16-bit action games in a full-throttle quest for revenge. Created to defend a totalitarian state, the Moonrider rejects its programming and now seeks vengeance on its creators.
Why similar: Platformer 21.8%, Retro 19.1%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Arcade 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 13%
Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.
Why similar: Gore 23.6%, Dark Fantasy 21.2%, Retro 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, 2D 6.8%
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 21.7%, Retro 18.4%, Platformer 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Arcade 12.2%
The Angry Video Game Nerd is back in 8-bits! Battle through frantic platforming levels, defeat classic AVGN bosses, and save all of gaming, or test your skills in Endless Challenge mode!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.2%, Platformer 19.1%, Arcade 14.4%, 1980s 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes
Why similar: Platformer 26.8%, Retro 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Action 16.4%, Indie 9.4%
A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!
Why similar: Platformer 17.7%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, 1980s 16.7%, Arcade 16.5%, Dark Fantasy 11%
Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!
Why similar: Platformer 24.7%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Retro 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, 2D 8.3%
Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.
Why similar: Platformer 20.7%, Retro 16.3%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Arcade 11.8%
Lovish is an outrageous 8-bit action-adventure game! Quest with Sir Solomon through a series of bite-sized rooms, as he attempts to free Princess Tsuna, the woman he loves, from the Devil Lord's clutches!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.3%, Platformer 20.1%, Retro 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, 2D 7.2%
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
Why similar: Platformer 22.3%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Retro 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Arcade 10.4%
Hop in the Paladin power armor, seize melee weapons from the demonic invaders and give them a taste of their own medicine!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.3%, Platformer 15.5%, Retro 15.2%, 1980s 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!
Why similar: Platformer 27.6%, Retro 18.7%, 2D Platformer 16%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, 2D 7.5%
Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 21.5%, Gore 20.2%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Platformer 16.2%, 2D 7.5%
The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.
Why similar: Retro 22.5%, Platformer 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Gore 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%
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: Pixel Graphics 41%, Action 15.2%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 8.9%, Adventure 8.6%
Cursed Castilla (Maldita Castilla EX) is an arcade action platformer full of creatures from medieval myths from Spain and the rest of Europe, as well as from chivalric romances. The extended version of the classic Maldita Castilla, originally created by the indie Locomalito.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.7%, Platformer 20.1%, Arcade 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Retro 9.8%
A 2.5D retro platformer where you join M1L0 on his quest for the Great Legume.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 34.8%, Retro 16.7%, Platformer 15.6%, Action 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.
Why similar: Platformer 33.2%, Retro 16.9%, Arcade 11.7%, Action 7.7%, 2D 6.9%
A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.7%, Platformer 18.5%, Gore 16.1%, Retro 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%
Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.5%, Platformer 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action 9.9%, Retro 8.5%
Slay grim cultists, infernal minions, and nightmarish creatures in this dark and bloody retro-inspired action platformer. Uncover secrets, acquire powerful artifacts, and face challenging bosses in the Haunted Lands.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.9%, Platformer 23.2%, Retro 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Action 6.4%
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: Platformer 37.5%, Pixel Graphics 20.3%, 2D 12.9%, Action 12.6%, Indie 7.6%
Hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan in Chronicles of the Wolf! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo in this epic adventure featuring brutal bosses, vast castles, and secrets to uncover. Narration by the legendary Robert Belgrade and other special appearances!
Why similar: 1980s 22.2%, 2D Platformer 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Retro 8.7%
Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.
Why similar: Gore 26.1%, Platformer 12.4%, 1980s 12.3%, Retro 10.6%, Arcade 8.4%
Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.
Why similar: Platformer 19.5%, Retro 17%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Arcade 10.4%
Inhabit Krog, a mysterious blue creature in a red loincloth, as he traverses a labyrinth of ladders, levers, traps, and monsters. Explore the nooks and crannies of a bizarre and evocative world as you hack and slash your way to victory, leaving a graveyard of grotesque bosses in your wake.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 33%, Retro 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Platformer 11.7%, Action 5.5%
ORCS is an action/platformer 2D old school inspirated by classic like Castlevania and Ghosts 'n Goblins.
Why similar: Platformer 29.4%, Pixel Graphics 19%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action 11%, Adventure 9.8%
A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!
Why similar: Platformer 22.5%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Retro 17%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, 2D 7.5%
Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.4%, Dark Fantasy 21.5%, Retro 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Platformer 11%
Alien Scumbags is a sci-fi action platformer with a big slice of horror and a stack of pop culture references. You'll run, hide and kill across several levels, collect items from capsule machines and unlock characters.
Why similar: Gore 21.2%, 2D Platformer 20.6%, Platformer 16.4%, Arcade 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%
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: 2D Platformer 22.3%, Platformer 19%, Retro 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, 2D 8%
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.3%, Gore 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D 6.9%
Classic platformer in the style of Pixel-art. The main character goes to the world of 8-bit games to save his girlfriend. Help him to find new abilities and find out who is behind the abduction of the girl.
Platformer based on a 22 year old blueprint. Help Comit boost his was through several planets in an attempt to stop the evil space pirate Krater from taking over the Star System.
Why similar: Platformer 18.8%, 1980s 17.1%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Arcade 11.7%, Retro 8.9%
Follow the story of Xandria, the iron alchemist. Seeking revenge, she accepts the dangerous mission to put an end to the evil that resides in Dracula's castle and torments the people of Transylvania. Fight with an iron whip in this retro-style & Classic-Vania adventure.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23.1%, 2D Platformer 21.2%, Platformer 16.4%, Retro 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
Why similar: Platformer 25.5%, Dark Fantasy 23.6%, Gore 21.4%, 2D 9.5%, Action 7.7%
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: Dark Fantasy 35.5%, Pixel Graphics 19.2%, Platformer 16.2%, 2D 8.8%, Action 7.9%
A nostalgic metroidvania adventure with insane weapons, skills, and pixel gore. Ride your BMX and blast your enemies as you discover the secrets of the Wasteland.
Why similar: Gore 22.1%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Retro 14.5%, Platformer 13%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%
Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 29.9%, Gore 18.7%, Platformer 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, 2D 6.7%
Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 27.7%, Gore 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Platformer 14.9%, 2D 6.6%
Punch, whip, and zipline your way through a post-apocalyptic America in this 16-bit retro-style action platformer! Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier on a revenge mission against the dictator who lords over the ashes.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.6%, Arcade 16.7%, Retro 15.6%, Platformer 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 27.3%, Retro 19.2%, Platformer 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Action 5.8%
After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.
Why similar: Platformer 17.7%, Retro 16.1%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 39.1%, Dark Fantasy 23.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, 2D 10.8%, Action 8.2%
A hardcore, 2D action-platformer where only precision can keep you from death.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Arcade 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%
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: Platformer 17.5%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Retro 13.4%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 10.5%
A strange journey
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.8%, 1980s 17.9%, Platformer 17.1%, Arcade 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
Prison City is a dystopian, action-packed side-scroller with tight mechanics and intricate level design. Battle Techno-Terrorists with your chakram and grenades, eat hot dogs for health, and locate contacts to help take down bosses.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.8%, Platformer 22.4%, Retro 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, 2D 8.1%
Welcome to Purgatory, inc. now under new management! Death by Scrolling is an action game where you kill enemies, collect gold, and avoid the Reaper long enough to pay the Ferrymanʼs exorbitant river-crossing fee to the afterlife.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 34.9%, Platformer 21.6%, 2D 18.6%, Action 17.3%, Singleplayer 4.3%
Swords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!
Why similar: Platformer 18.2%, Retro 16.8%, Arcade 13.9%, Action 13.3%, Adventure 12.1%
Bust some bugs and save the world with the most average of heroes in this retro style platformer! Overcome obstacles such as killer cars, lava floors and one seriously @!&#^% off sun, tackle the horrors of the daily commute but with more fire and randomness.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.6%, Platformer 19.3%, Arcade 15.7%, Retro 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.1%, Platformer 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Arcade 13.8%, Retro 9.3%
MO: Astray is a pixel art, side-scrolling, action-platformer. Lead MO through mind-bending puzzles using special abilities. Bizarre enemies, threatening traps and ingenious level designs await.
Why similar: Gore 21.2%, Platformer 20.9%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, Action 9.3%, Adventure 8.6%
Batbarian: Testament of the Primordials is a snarky action-adventure puzzle game with a good dose of humor. Explore hundreds of secret-filled rooms, fight big bosses, gather companions for your party and use the powers of Pip—your bat buddy—to solve puzzles and escape the eldritch abyss!
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.3%, Platformer 19.5%, Retro 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Action 7.8%
A unique platforming experience where the protagonist, story, and mechanics are constantly changing. Take control of legendary warriors, giant worms, greedy kings, and lazy demons, each with their own purpose.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.5%, Platformer 21.4%, Retro 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, Adventure 6.8%
Simple platformer in a dark setting
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.3%, Platformer 20.6%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Adventure 6.6%
Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 39.7%, Dark Fantasy 24%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, 2D 10.2%, Action 7.3%
Control "The Nerd" in a retro-inspired action platformer! It's two games in one, remixed and rebalanced to bring you the ultimate experience of Nerd Rage. Featuring stylized pixel art inspired by classic games, a highly energetic soundtrack, and challenging levels -- plus a special NEW chapter!
Why similar: Platformer 17.2%, Gore 17%, Arcade 14.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Retro 11.8%
Dogurai is a retro-styled platformer with animal-like characters, graphics and soundtrack designed with old portable games in mind - down to the limited color ranges and sprite sizes!
Why similar: Platformer 26%, Retro 21.1%, Action 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Indie 11.3%