- #1 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
97% matchVery Positive94% of 44,489 reviews2021
Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Souls-like 24.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Action RPG 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game features a hauntingly beautiful dark fantasy world and challenging boss encounters that feel very similar to the tone of Lost Epic.
- #2 Salt and Sanctuary
96% matchVery Positive89% of 21,605 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.
Why similar: Souls-like 45.4%, Metroidvania 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Action RPG 4.9%, Side Scroller 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive 2D souls-like experience that mirrors the dark atmosphere and deep build customization found in Lost Epic.
- #3 Vigil: The Longest Night
96% matchVery Positive86% of 3,566 reviews2020
Dev: Glass Heart Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 22.6%, Action RPG 12.2%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric 2D souls-like that emphasizes challenging combat and exploration in a gothic, interconnected world.
- #4 Salt and Sacrifice
95% matchMixed63% of 1,848 reviews2023
Dev: Devoured StudiosPub: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Join your fellow Marked Inquisitors in this online coop successor to award-winning 2016 Soulslike Salt and Sanctuary.
Why similar: Souls-like 17.6%, Metroidvania 17%, Action RPG 10.8%, Online Co-Op 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: As a direct successor to Salt and Sanctuary, it adds improved online co-op and expanded crafting systems that align perfectly with Lost Epic's gameplay loop.
- #5 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 17,920 reviews2025
Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 18.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 35.3%, Souls-like 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Action RPG 10.8%, Female Protagonist 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands on the atmospheric storytelling and combat mechanics that made its predecessor a staple of the genre.
- #6 Lost Ruins
94% matchVery Positive85% of 5,700 reviews2021
Dev: ALTARI GAMESPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Anime 17.9%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Character Customization 7.4%, Side Scroller 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: It combines anime-inspired art with tactical 2D combat that relies on elemental interactions and quick reflexes.
- #7 Afterimage
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 9,999 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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%, Souls-like 19.8%, Action RPG 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Hack and Slash 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A massive, beautiful metroidvania that features fluid combat and a sprawling world to explore, much like the Sanctum in Lost Epic.
- #8 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
92% matchVery Positive81% of 5,518 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Souls-like 41.9%, Metroidvania 26.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Action RPG 7.1%, Side Scroller 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers deep RPG progression and intense boss fights that reward players for mastering complex combat mechanics.
- #9 HunterX
91% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 23.1%, Action RPG 14.7%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-RPG that leans heavily into the souls-like formula with a variety of weapons and skill customization.
- #10 GRIME
91% matchVery Positive85% of 6,541 reviews2021
Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Souls-like 26.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Action RPG 12.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a unique, challenging 2D souls-like experience where parrying and absorbing enemies is central to character growth.
- #11 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
90% matchVery Positive83% of 1,186 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Souls-like 20.3%, Metroidvania 20.3%, Action RPG 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Hack and Slash 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: It delivers a challenging 2D action experience with deep combat mechanics and a focus on character progression.
- #12 Blasphemous 2
89% matchVery Positive90% of 18,296 reviews2023
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Metroidvania 24.6%, Action RPG 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Hack and Slash 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in 2D action-platforming with a heavy focus on dark fantasy lore and punishing, rewarding combat.
- #13 Hunt the Night
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 502 reviews2023
Dev: Moonlight GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.2%, Action RPG 21.1%, Dark Fantasy 20.5%, Hack and Slash 9.5%, Character Customization 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A gothic action-RPG that captures the dark fantasy feel and challenging boss-focused gameplay of Lost Epic.
- #14 Elderand
88% matchMostly Positive75% of 787 reviews2023
Dev: MantraPub: Graffiti Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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: Metroidvania 26.3%, Action RPG 16.4%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Character Customization 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: This 2D action-RPG focuses on loot, exploration, and challenging boss encounters within a dark fantasy setting.
- #15 Eastern Exorcist
87% matchVery Positive84% of 6,739 reviews2021
Dev: Wildfire Game(无锡野火数字科技有限公司)
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.1%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Action RPG 15.8%, Metroidvania 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game features beautiful hand-drawn art and fluid, high-stakes combat that emphasizes timing and skill.
- #16 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
86% matchVery Positive93% of 7,299 reviews2021
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.2%, Anime 17.7%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Action 6.2%, 2D 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers exceptionally fluid anime-style combat and precise platforming that feels very satisfying to master.
- #17 Minoria
86% matchVery Positive81% of 2,602 reviews2019
Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 20.8%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Anime 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A focused action-metroidvania with a strong anime-inspired dark fantasy narrative and satisfying combat.
- #18 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
84% matchVery Positive93% of 41,070 reviews2019
Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.7%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Anime 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style metroidvania that offers immense depth in character customization and gear management.
- #19 Dragon Marked For Death
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,083 reviews2020
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dragon Marked For Death is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG game where up to 4 players can play together in online multiplayer. The characters, known as the Dragonblood Clan, have forged a pact with the Astral Dragon, which granted them special new powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.1%, Online Co-Op 12.2%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Anime 10.3%, Co-op 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG that provides distinct character classes and anime visuals, perfect for fans of Lost Epic's style.
- #20 Foregone
84% matchVery Positive82% of 1,396 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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: Metroidvania 29.2%, Souls-like 24.9%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Hack and Slash 7.6%, Female Protagonist 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game that emphasizes fluid movement and aggressive combat encounters.
- #21 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
82% matchVery Positive92% of 3,126 reviews2024
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Souls-like 23.2%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Anime 12.2%, Female Protagonist 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: The game features a stunning anime aesthetic paired with tight, souls-like combat mechanics that reward precision.
- #22 9 Years of Shadows
83% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,183 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Action RPG 18.4%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Anime 13.2%, Female Protagonist 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: It combines a unique musical theme with challenging boss patterns and metroidvania exploration.
- #23 Moonscars
82% matchVery Positive83% of 1,466 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Souls-like 29.6%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%, Hack and Slash 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A gritty, dark fantasy 2D action game that features a punishing souls-like combat system.
- #24 AI LIMIT
79% matchVery Positive92% of 35,477 reviews2025
Dev: Sense GamesPub: CE-Asia
Windows
Median: 17.7 hrsMean: 22.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In the distant future when civilization is on the verge of extinction, people follow the legend of the Elysium in the last city, Havenswell. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland sci-fi ARPG, you will play as Arrisa, a Blader with immortality, and explore the city ruin to find the hope of a new life.
Why similar: Souls-like 43.2%, Action RPG 20.6%, Anime 16.2%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Action 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: A souls-like action-RPG that features challenging combat and a distinct anime-inspired art direction.
- #25 Heroine Anthem Zero 2 : Scalescars Oath
81% matchVery Positive82% of 795 reviews2022
Dev: WindThunder StudioPub: Skywalker HK
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 51%
ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Action RPG 14.7%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Anime 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling RPG that emphasizes narrative and anime-style character design.
- #26 GOD EATER 3
81% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,858 reviews2019
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Set in a post-apocalyptic setting, it’s up to your special team of God Eaters to take down god-like monsters devastating the world. With an epic story, unique characters, and all new God Arcs and Aragami, the latest evolution in ACTION is here!
Why similar: Anime 18.7%, Character Customization 18.6%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Co-op 10.2%, Online Co-Op 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers anime-style action with a heavy focus on hunting bosses and customizing gear sets.
- #27 CODE VEIN
79% matchVery Positive83% of 61,545 reviews2019
Dev: Bandai Namco StudiosPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.7%, Character Customization 13.5%, Action RPG 12.7%, Anime 11.4%, Co-op 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: While 3D, this game shares the exact anime aesthetic and deep character customization systems found in Lost Epic.
- #28 CODE VEIN II
77% matchMixed64% of 6,339 reviews2026
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
An epic adventure awaits, where you and your chosen partners explore a post-apocalyptic world, face fierce battles against powerful enemies, and uncover an epic story that transcends time.
Why similar: Souls-like 36.6%, Action RPG 19.1%, Character Customization 15.9%, Anime 13.2%, Action 6.7%
- #29 Touhou Luna Nights
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,739 reviews2019
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Anime 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Difficult 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A boss-focused metroidvania that utilizes unique time-manipulation mechanics to create intense combat scenarios.
- #30 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 79 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
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: Souls-like 26.4%, Metroidvania 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Action RPG 12.7%, Hack and Slash 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired 2D action game that incorporates souls-like difficulty and metroidvania exploration.
- #31 Vernal Edge
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 637 reviews2023
Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.8%, Female Protagonist 21%, Action 8.7%, 2D 6.1%, Singleplayer 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: This metroidvania features a fast, aerial-focused combat system that rewards aggressive playstyles.
- #32 Watcher Chronicles
77% matchVery Positive86% of 170 reviews2022
Dev: Third Sphere Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.6%, Metroidvania 23%, Action RPG 15%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Hack and Slash 8.6%
- #33 Maid of Salvation
74% matchVery Positive91% of 254 reviews2025
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
The latest title from the HunterX development studio, Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 24.8%, Action RPG 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Female Protagonist 9.6%
- #34 Dark Devotion
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,457 reviews2019
Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.
Why similar: Souls-like 36.8%, Metroidvania 25%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Side Scroller 6.5%
- #35 Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition
76% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,363 reviews2021
Dev: TipsWorksPub: Giant Global
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Pascal's Wager: Definitive Edition is a challenging action role playing game set in a world of dark fantasy. Step into the shoes of Couriers, as they discover the tale behind the mysterious Dark Mist.
Why similar: Souls-like 41.7%, Dark Fantasy 24.3%, Action RPG 22.1%, Action 5.1%, Difficult 3.8%
- #36 OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK
75% matchMixed66% of 532 reviews2022
Dev: ENGINES Inc.Pub: KADOKAWA CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
2D action-adventure game set in the rich world of the epic dark fantasy, Overlord. This latest installment in the series features an original story overseen by Overlord's creator, Kugane Maruyama. Find Clementine's missing memories and make your escape!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Anime 15.2%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%
- #37 ASTRA: Knights of Veda
75% matchMixed46% of 4,972 reviews2024
Dev: FLINTPub: DRIMAGE
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 45.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
ASTRA: Knights of Veda is a visually stunning, story-rich, 2D RPG. A dark plague besets the world of Planis, perptrated through a dark ritual performed by the Mad King. You, and the other Knights of Veda, are the only ones who can bring normality back to the world.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.1%, Action RPG 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Side Scroller 13%, Online Co-Op 9.3%
- #38 Devil Slayer - Raksasi
74% matchVery Positive85% of 2,848 reviews2021
Dev: GlassesCatGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.1%, Dark Fantasy 17.2%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 10.8%
- #39 Kotama and Academy Citadel
71% matchVery Positive81% of 2,487 reviews2026
Dev: Atomstring GamesPub: 2P Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Souls-like 19.8%, Action RPG 17.2%, Anime 11.9%, Female Protagonist 10.7%
- #40 Blasphemous
72% matchVery Positive90% of 63,499 reviews2019
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Metroidvania 38%, Souls-like 30.9%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Side Scroller 5%, 2D 2.7%
- #41 DOOMBLADE
73% matchVery Positive80% of 367 reviews2023
Dev: Muro StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Souls-like 20%, Dark Humor 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%
- #42 VALKYRIE ELYSIUM
73% matchMixed63% of 1,196 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Long ago, Ragnarok—the End Times—loomed upon the realms. The All-Father Odin, with the last of his strength, created an emissary of redemption, Valkyrie; her sole task being the salvation of a doomed world.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.3%, Hack and Slash 22.8%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Action 9.8%
- #43 The Last Faith
71% matchVery Positive84% of 5,369 reviews2023
Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Metroidvania 33.2%, Souls-like 31.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.7%, Side Scroller 5.3%, Hack and Slash 3.4%
- #44 The Last Hero of Nostalgaia
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,133 reviews2022
Dev: Over The MoonPub: Coatsink
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The Last Hero of Nostalgaia is a satirical action-adventure, brought to life by a twisted and wicked tale. Featuring hard but fair combat, *full character customization, unique battle armor and engaging narrative mechanics rich in lore, Nostalgaia plunges you into almost certain death at every turn.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.6%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Online Co-Op 12.9%, Action RPG 12.1%, Character Customization 10.6%
- #45 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
70% matchVery Positive84% of 238 reviews2026
Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
Windows
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 27.7%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Anime 8.6%
- #46 Neverinth
73% matchMixed69% of 1,095 reviews2020
Dev: CreAct GamesPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Explore the halls of the Neverinth and uncover the history of the Valkyrie. Do glorious battle against the beasts and monsters of Norse legend and uncover the hidden pasts of each heroic woman. But their trials will not be easy as they face down those that haunt the sacred halls of Valhalla.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.8%, Action RPG 16.5%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Character Customization 14.3%, Anime 11.7%
- #47 Tearscape
69% matchVery Positive92% of 293 reviews2026
Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
Windows · Mac · Linux
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.8%, Metroidvania 25.4%, Action RPG 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Co-op 7.4%
- #48 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,494 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.8%, Metroidvania 24.1%, Action RPG 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, Side Scroller 12.6%
- #49 SiNiSistar 2
67% matchVery Positive91% of 1,793 reviews2026
Dev: UuPub: Eroge Japan
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Step into a beautifully somber pixel art world of decay filled with grotesque, writhing abominations...A dark action RPG that follows the journey of a demon-slaying nun who must resist destruction and despair while purging the corruption from this world one boss after another!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Souls-like 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action RPG 13.9%, Anime 10.6%
- #50 Deepening Fire
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 633 reviews2023
Dev: VeryBigDogPub: Merlion Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle
Why similar: Souls-like 26.9%, Metroidvania 25.5%, Action RPG 14.7%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%
- #51 Crimson Capes
67% matchVery Positive91% of 151 reviews2026
Dev: Poor Locke
Windows
Engage in fluid 2D pixel art swordplay, hunt down witches, fight monsters and experience the age of high adventure. Enter the guild of the Crimson Capes and explore a fantasy world of Sword and Sorcery.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.5%, Action RPG 16%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Metroidvania 15.3%, Online Co-Op 8.3%
- #52 Towerborne
67% matchMixed66% of 1,520 reviews2026
Dev: StoicPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Towerborne is an exciting side-scrolling Action RPG Brawler. As an immortal warrior journey across a crumbling world, uncover the mystery of the fallen City of Numbers, and push back the corruption threatening humanity’s survival.
Why similar: Action RPG 19.2%, Online Co-Op 14.3%, Co-op 12.7%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Hack and Slash 11.1%
- #53 Ashen
70% matchMixed67% of 3,804 reviews2019
Dev: A44Pub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Ashen is an action RPG about a wanderer in search of a place to call home.
Why similar: Souls-like 36.8%, Action RPG 16.6%, Online Co-Op 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Hack and Slash 8%
- #54 JUMP KING QUEST
66% matchVery Positive86% of 763 reviews2026
Dev: Nexile
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Plunge into high-stakes punishment platforming in JUMP KING QUEST! Explore alone or fall together in dynamic online climbing action as you fight your way upwards on an unhinged quest to The Smoking Hot Babe at The Top. In this world, every ledge is a battlefield…
Why similar: Souls-like 21.5%, Metroidvania 20.2%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Action RPG 10.8%, Character Customization 10.6%
- #55 Darxanadon
69% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 24.8%, Action RPG 16.4%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
- #56 Bloodecay
70% matchMostly Negative38% of 52 reviews2023
Dev: AlvaStudioPub: Fengfeng Network
Windows
A deadly plague known as erosion broke out in the land of Elworth. It corrupted all life, bringing pain and destruction – Idonia, as the knight accepting the bloodthirsty imprint set out on a path to redemption, exterminating plague minions and destroying ancient evils
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Action RPG 18.4%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Souls-like 8.1%
- #57 WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers
65% matchMixed55% of 102,825 reviews2025
Dev: LeenzeePub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 23.5 hrsMean: 30.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a soulslike, action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty, plagued with warring factions and a mysterious illness spawning monstrous creatures.
Why similar: Souls-like 34.1%, Action RPG 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Female Protagonist 9.9%
- #58 Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark
66% matchMixed65% of 579 reviews2025
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Take control of the demon sisters Kirika and Masha as they attempt to revive their Demon Lord Maxim and rebuild their castle in this 2D action Metroidvania adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Anime 12.1%, Online Co-Op 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.2%
- #59 The Tarnishing of Juxtia
68% matchMixed68% of 681 reviews2022
Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 32.9%, Metroidvania 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Character Customization 11.5%, Action 5.3%
- #60 NanoApostle
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,162 reviews2024
Dev: 18Light Game Ltd.Pub: PQube
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
NanoApostle is a dark sci-fi boss rush action game featuring intense reaction-based combat and the unique "Destruction Point" system. Play as Anita, a child augmented with lethal nanomachines, as she battles against twisted cybernetic experiments to escape a top-secret facility.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.4%, Action RPG 20.7%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Anime 10.1%