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Games Like Lords of Exile

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Platformer, 2D, Pixel 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.

Reviews: Very Positive — 82% — of 201 reviews
Released: 2024-02-14
Developer: Squidbit Works
Publisher: PID Games
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchMostly Positive74% of 358 reviews2022
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    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%

  2. #2 Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 506 reviews2023
    Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    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%

  3. #3 Infernax
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 2,166 reviews2022
    Dev: Berzerk StudioPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    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%

  4. #4 Knights of the Road
    95% matchVery Positive92% of 91 reviews2024
    Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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%

  5. #5 Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 117 reviews2025
    Dev: Retroware
    Windows

    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%

  6. #6 Venture Kid
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 224 reviews2018
    Dev: Snikkabo ASPub: FDG Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes

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  7. #7 Roar of Revenge
    93% matchVery Positive93% of 59 reviews2021
    Dev: SEEP
    Windows

    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!

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    91% matchVery Positive91% of 358 reviews2024
    Dev: Pow Pixel GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    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!

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    92% matchMostly Positive71% of 260 reviews2017
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

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  10. #10 Lovish
    90% matchVery Positive87% of 108 reviews2026
    Dev: LABS WorksPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows

    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!

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  11. #11 Guns of Fury
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 848 reviews2025
    Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    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!

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  12. #12 Panzer Paladin
    91% matchMostly Positive75% of 656 reviews2020
    Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Hop in the Paladin power armor, seize melee weapons from the demonic invaders and give them a taste of their own medicine!

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  13. #13 Fallen Leaf
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    Dev: Delta Shore Games
    Windows

    Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!

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  14. #14 Elderand
    88% matchMostly Positive75% of 777 reviews2023
    Dev: MantraPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%

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  15. #15 Odallus: The Dark Call
    87% matchVery Positive88% of 1,345 reviews2015
    Dev: JoyMasher
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    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%

  16. #16 Souldiers
    86% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    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.

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  17. #17 Cursed Castilla (Maldita Castilla EX)
    86% matchVery Positive85% of 648 reviews2016
    Dev: LocomalitoPub: Abylight Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    Dev: Studio Mabbit
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  19. #19 Volgarr the Viking
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Windows
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  24. #24 Chronicles of the Wolf
    81% matchVery Positive84% of 468 reviews2025
    Dev: Migami GamesPub: PQube
    Windows

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  25. #25 Katana Soul
    83% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2019
    Dev: SEEP
    Windows

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    80% matchVery Positive94% of 4,427 reviews2018
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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    79% matchVery Positive81% of 419 reviews2020
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  28. #28 ORCS
    79% matchVery Positive82% of 413 reviews2016
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    Windows
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  31. #31 Alien Scumbags
    77% matchVery Positive97% of 116 reviews2020
    Dev: Monster Finger Games
    Windows

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  32. #32 Overbowed
    75% matchVery Positive91% of 86 reviews2024
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    Windows

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  33. #33 Blasphemous
    74% matchVery Positive90% of 62,190 reviews2019
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  34. #34 Pixel Devil and the Broken Cartridge
    78% matchMixed61% of 109 reviews2019
    Dev: Level Evil
    Windows

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  35. #35 Comit the Astrodian
    78% matchVery Positive80% of 56 reviews2016
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    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.

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    76% matchVery Positive84% of 129 reviews2022
    Dev: Danny Garay
    Windows · Linux

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    71% matchVery Positive95% of 38,824 reviews2024
    Dev: RedCandleGames
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    75% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
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    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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  39. #39 Turbo Kid
    71% matchVery Positive94% of 556 reviews2024
    Dev: Outerminds Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%

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    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 292 reviews2024
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    70% matchVery Positive84% of 5,200 reviews2023
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    Windows
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    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 435 reviews2021
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    Median: 42 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%

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    74% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
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    Windows

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    73% matchVery Positive89% of 166 reviews2017
    Dev: After Death Team
    Windows

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  45. #45 Darxanadon
    73% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
    Dev: Scumhead
    Windows

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    70% matchVery Positive82% of 97 reviews2024
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    Windows

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  47. #47 Sydney Hunter and the Curse of the Mayan
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 90 reviews2019
    Dev: CollectorVision Games
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    68% matchVery Positive87% of 122 reviews2024
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    68% matchVery Positive85% of 170 reviews2023
    Dev: Retroware
    Windows

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    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 175 reviews2025
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  51. #51 Swords & Bones
    69% matchVery Positive93% of 82 reviews2021
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    Windows

    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!

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    72% matchMixed56% of 55 reviews2015
    Dev: Lord Puggington Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%

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  53. #53 Devious Dungeon
    69% matchVery Positive83% of 408 reviews2019
    Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
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    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%

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    67% matchVery Positive92% of 5,025 reviews2019
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    Windows
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  55. #55 Batbarian: Testament of the Primordials
    68% matchVery Positive81% of 284 reviews2020
    Dev: Unspeakable PixelsPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    64% matchVery Positive97% of 248 reviews2025
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    70% matchMixed52% of 67 reviews2021
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    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

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    63% matchVery Positive90% of 63 reviews2026
    Dev: Volviir
    Windows

    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%

  59. #59 Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe
    65% matchVery Positive95% of 767 reviews2020
    Dev: FreakZone GamesPub: Retroware
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    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%

  60. #60 Dogurai
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 77 reviews2019
    Dev: Hungry Bear Games
    Windows · Linux

    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%

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