- #1 Smelted Kin
97% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Microbat Studio
Windows · Linux
Science fiction 2D shooter with platformer and metroidvania elements. Players will have to explore a huge research complex consisting of nonlinear levels, which is crowded with robots
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action 14.1%, Robots 11.5%, Space 6.9%
- #2 Masterspace
96% matchMostly Negative28% of 176 reviews2015
Dev: Mastertech
Windows
Masterspace is a game about mining, creating and exploring, featuring fully destructible environments and spaceships that allow you to travel between different planets. Use explosives to mine metal ores or watch your newly constructed home get smashed to pieces by a meteorite impact.
Why similar: Simulation 27.8%, Sandbox 21.9%, Action 17.7%, Space 14.5%, Crafting 11.5%
- #3 Neon Fusion
96% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Rodrigo Oak
Windows
Venture out on a machine-packed rescue mission in a 2D platform game, action, shooting and lots of Neon!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Action 18.7%, Robots 12%, Space 9.7%
- #4 Project Freedom
95% matchVery Positive82% of 208 reviews2009
Dev: City InteractivePub: CI Games
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Get your dream job with a company called Project Freedom. Become a space pilot and serve for the corporation. You're going to get all the excitement and adventure you've ever wanted. Perhaps even more... 21 missions in the campaign Outstanding 3D graphics and special effects Original storyline with unexpected turns and surprises A...
Why similar: Simulation 45.5%, Action 28.9%, Space 19.3%, Sci-fi 6.4%
- #5 Protobots
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ToggleBoss Games
Windows
Infinite bite-sized robotic challenges await in the neon-drenched world of Protobots! Can you keep your brain case intact, or will you end up in a recycling bin? Try your hand at beating campaign levels, or design your own mechanical nightmares to drive other players insane.
Why similar: Simulation 29.9%, Sandbox 25.4%, Action 19.9%, Robots 11.6%, Crafting 8.3%
- #6 Robo's World: The Zarnok Fortress
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2016
Dev: Bluish-Green ProductionsPub: Bluish-Green Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Robo’s World: The Zarnok Fortress isn't your average Action-Platformer. Take on the vast, interconnected Fortress, and battle an ever learning foe who seeks to repair each zone you sabotage. Can you master your abilities to put an end to the dark reign of the Zarnok once and for all?
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Robots 17.1%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Space 11.4%, Action 8.1%
- #7 The Unfolding Engine: Paint a Game
93% matchPositive81% of 31 reviews2018
Dev: 64k
Windows
The Unfolding Engine: Paint a Game is a new paradigm of Metroidvania 2.5D game making software. That allows you to make the content of your game while you are playing it! The entire software is designed around allowing you to make and share worlds, share tools, and levels. All in real time.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.8%, Sandbox 31.4%, Action 17.8%
- #8 Irradiate 235
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team Boulder Games
Windows
Discover and automate unique materials. Engineer the machines and tools for your factory. Handle hazardous materials to make explosives and near-limitless energy. Use your own tools to navigate a labyrinth of alien passages and uncover untouched tunnels in this innovative Automation-Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Simulation 30.2%, Sandbox 27.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #9 H=ZERO
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jefferson Nascimento Ferreira Pub: Jefferson Nascimento Ferreira
Windows
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 41.8%, Action 19%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Robots 14.5%, Sci-fi 6.5%
- #10 Kinetic Void
91% matchOverwhelmingly Negative17% of 1,556 reviews2014
Dev: Badland Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Kinetic Void is a 3D space adventure with a focus on customization and enjoyable space simulation. The shipyard allows players to construct their ship piece by piece. Ships can be as simplistic as a cockpit, a hull, a engine and a gun, or as complex as a player wants.
Why similar: Space 30.8%, Simulation 25.4%, Sandbox 24.7%, Action 10.8%, Sci-fi 7.5%
- #11 Void Flesh
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Benjamin Shantz
Windows
The Astaria Research Facility on Pluto was a bastion of humanity's ambition before it went radio silent on October 12th, 2137. Astaria Inc. has sent you to investigate and report back your discoveries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Sandbox 25.6%, Simulation 17.9%, Action 12.4%, 3D 4.8%
- #12 Far Star
89% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: This is Vini
Windows · Linux
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 42.5%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Robots 12.9%, Action 11.4%, Space 9.4%
- #13 Mono
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Project Mono
Windows
『Mono』 is a 2D action game set in a monochrome world. Explore the land to enhance your abilities, defeat the formidable foes standing in your way, and resolve the crisis befalling this black-and-white realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.6%, 2D Platformer 24.8%, Action 22.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #14 Space Bot
87% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Incinious
Windows
Space Bot is a strategic action roguelite where your environment is fully desctructable, and out to get you. Destroy planets with your giant mining drill, and fight off dangerous alien lifeforms
Why similar: Sandbox 22.6%, Robots 17.3%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Roguelite 15%, Space 11.8%
- #15 Habitat
88% matchMostly Negative40% of 261 reviews2016
Dev: 4gencyPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Habitat is a physics-based space game where you build, fly, and fight with whatever you can find out in space. Upgrade and arm your creations with weapons and structures you find in orbit, fly and explore using rocket physics.Battle deadly enemies in Campaign Mode to save humanity or explore Sandbox Mode for true creative control.
Why similar: Space 27.1%, Simulation 26.3%, Sandbox 25.9%, Action 14.8%, Survival 5.9%
- #16 FossilFrontier
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: M'Sprj
Windows
This game is about exploring the desert, digging up fossils, and reconstructing them.
Why similar: Simulation 38.2%, Sandbox 32.8%, Crafting 12%, Survival 8.7%, Action 7.3%
- #17 GoldFish Brain
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.3%, 2D Platformer 20%, Action 10.4%, Robots 4.2%, Sci-fi 1.9%
- #18 Garden of the Atom
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rookbird GamesPub: Blacc Ski Weekend Industries
Windows · Linux
Garden of the Atom is a combat-focused Metroidvania where you hold nothing back. Start with every movement ability unlocked and play as 'Prodigy,' an exiled genius infiltrating a futuristic dictatorship to stop a tyrant from harnessing a cataclysmic meteor shower.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.2%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Action 12.2%, Robots 11.6%, Sci-fi 5.5%
- #19 Hold & Advance
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BaltaZar
Windows
2D action sandbox about exploring an underground world, crafting and tactically defending alien stations. Build turrets, combine modules and repel enemy waves to unlock powerful upgrades that radically change your playstyle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Sandbox 29.3%, Crafting 14.9%, Action 11.4%, 2D Platformer 4.4%
- #20 STAR WARS™ Starfighter™
84% matchMixed54% of 701 reviews2009
Dev: LucasArts
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 26%
Join three heroic starfighter pilots in harrowing deep space and planetary missions to save the planet of Naboo. Rookie Naboo pilot Rhys Dallows, mercenary Vana Sage and alien pirate Nym form an unlikely alliance as they join together against an unexpected assault on the peaceful planet.
Why similar: Simulation 37.6%, Action 28.8%, Space 24%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #21 King Story: Prologue
83% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows
A storm of darkness is taking over the world. Adventure in search of your quest escaping the demon darkness that chases you. Upgrade your items to progress through the maze like environment in this Metroidvania-like challenge. Can you find a Hermit’s lost son in your quest to save the world?
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.6%, 2D Platformer 21.1%, Action 13.7%, Space 10%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #22 Cybermotion
82% matchVery Positive81% of 90 reviews2017
Dev: Lukayson
Windows
Cybermotion is physics based platformer. You play as a student project robot that's constantly beeing tested by its creators. Combine physics animations and poses to move through the levels full of obstacles. Upgrade the robot, build new levels.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Sandbox 25%, Simulation 23.8%, Robots 13.8%, 2D Platformer 11.2%
- #23 MADO
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Drainage-GameStudio
Windows
The freedom here, or beyond the window.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.4%, Sandbox 23.8%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Action 9.3%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #24 Azulgar: Star Commanders
82% matchMixed51% of 108 reviews2017
Dev: SZEINER
Windows
Azulgar: Star Commanders is a Sci-Fi open world sandbox game that puts you in a command of your own custom made space ship. Explore aftermath of the Azulgar event that reshaped the face of the solar system.
Why similar: Simulation 33.1%, Space 22%, Action 21.2%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Sandbox 9.5%
- #25 labyrinth Trials
81% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2023
Dev: Casperdew
Windows
A game designed with the intend of speed running as the player you must fight monsters and robots and make your way through four stages and defeat all the bosses and make it to the end portal as quickly as possible
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Action 20.8%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Robots 13.7%, Space 9.2%
- #26 Mito
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nehemek Amador
Windows · Mac
Enter Mito, a physics-based sandbox adventure! Transform your surroundings, gather the eight keys, and craft your way to victory against an ancient evil!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Sandbox 27%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Simulation 10.1%, Action 6.7%
- #27 Exile's End
80% matchMostly Positive70% of 47 reviews2015
Dev: Magnetic RealmsPub: Marvelous
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Japan's take on classic Commodore 64/Amiga action-adventure games. NOT a Metroidvania. Use your wits and your weapons to discover an ancient secret and gain your redemption. Art and music by Japanese legends of console gaming.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.2%, Action 39.8%
- #28 Shadow Labyrinth
78% matchMixed57% of 323 reviews2025
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Shadow Labyrinth is a 2D action platformer and a genre-twisting alternate take on the iconic PAC-MAN. As The Swordsman, you wake on a mysterious planet amidst relics of wars past. To survive you will discover secrets, consume your enemies, and grow from prey to apex predator.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.6%, Action 18.9%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Sci-fi 6.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #29 X Rebirth
79% matchMixed44% of 7,305 reviews2013
Dev: Egosoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In the distant future, the X universe faces a period of profound and irrevocable change. While the universe stumbles towards an uncertain future, countless adventures await as new enemies rise in search of power.
Why similar: Simulation 31.7%, Space 30%, Sandbox 16.9%, Action 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.7%
- #30 TAKE BOMB: The suit take off
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nao Games
Windows
This is an action game in which the player cannot jump by himself, but jumps with the blast of a bomb. You can dash with the blast on your back, and even attack with bombs, allowing you to enjoy bombs to the fullest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 66%, Action 22.4%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #31 Exodus
77% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Ranger Studio
Windows
Save Moses' girlfriend from the clutches of the prince of Egypt, Ramses, in this thrilling adventure across the Egyptian desert. Face enemies and bosses, find items and power-ups scattered throughout a fantastic 2D open world full of challenges, secrets and much more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, Sandbox 25.8%, 2D Platformer 19%, Action 8.6%, Survival 2.8%
- #32 Interstellar Pilot 2
76% matchVery Positive92% of 153 reviews2023
Dev: Pixelfactor Ltd.
Windows
The hit mobile game Interstellar Pilot 2 has come to Steam. Join the TEF forces heading to the Gatopean sector to find a new home for mankind. Play how you like in this open world space-sim developed by Pixelfactor.
Why similar: Simulation 29.4%, Sandbox 27.8%, Action 19.5%, Space 12.7%, Sci-fi 5.6%
- #33 The Tomorrow War
77% matchMixed48% of 124 reviews2014
Dev: CrioLandPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
The Tomorrow War is a space sim based on the trilogy of novels written by a famous Russian author, Alexander Zorich. These books are dedicated to the intergalactic war of two mighty empires. Along with the graduates of the military-space academy players will witness different stages of the conflict between United Earth Empire and...
Why similar: Simulation 43.1%, Space 29.7%, Action 22.3%, Sci-fi 4.9%
- #34 Drunken Dad Simulator
76% matchVery Positive90% of 110 reviews2021
Dev: Naturtrüb
Windows
In Drunken Dad Simulator you'll play a drunken bear who has to look for his beer bottles at a child's birthday party. In the process he causes a lot of mayhem and all sorts of strange things happen.
Why similar: Simulation 38.5%, Sandbox 34.6%, Action 18.6%, 3D 7.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #35 The Search: Lost Dreams
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gninjastudio
Windows
The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.8%, 2D Platformer 21.5%, Action 15.8%, Sci-fi 6.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #36 Tom's Mansion
73% matchPositive78% of 23 reviews2017
Dev: RayKingArts
Windows
Escape or Die. Not in real life, of course. It's all just a simulation, in a mansion, with 20 minutes to escape.
Why similar: Simulation 59.9%, Action 40.1%
- #37 Pixel Monsters Survival
74% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Polantronic
Windows
Protect your little pixel animal, feed your family, craft weapons Fight against dangerous enemies
Why similar: Simulation 60%, Action 40%
- #38 Battle Tank Armada
73% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: RagnarPub: Ragnar
Windows
Battle Tank Armata is a simulator of battle tanks where you can expect tests of courage and survival skills against army tank.. Destroy as many tanks! ake your score will be? it depends on you! good luck!!
Why similar: Simulation 61.1%, Action 38.9%
- #39 Strike Squadron: Caracará
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: Eridanus Studio
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Story-driven 2D Space sim inspired by 90's space sims. You are not an ace pilot, nor is your squadron the best of the best. You just want to do your job, whatever the cost.
Why similar: Simulation 61.2%, Action 38.8%
- #40 Bright low
73% matchNo user reviews2017
Dev: abdullah aldosari
Windows
its the greatest games has ever made by a solo developer its not a regular game its about the future revolution its about the world its about the earth its about us its about our destiny is it our end? its your choose
Why similar: Simulation 61.1%, Action 38.9%
- #41 Flying Baron 1916
72% match7 user reviews0% of 7 reviews2016
Dev: magnussoft
Windows
Head to head fight your enemies in awesome 3D air-battles, experience the highly detailed surroundings of the battlegrounds, complete dicey missions and dig into the action of WW 1 air fights.
Why similar: Simulation 61.2%, Action 38.8%
- #42 閃電對決Lightning Wings II
71% matchMixed53% of 17 reviews2019
Dev: Brogent Technologies Inc.
Windows
"Lightning Wings II" is a game using Brogent's somatosensory system. Log-in to the mobile app, players can choose their robot. Log-in to the simulators with the QR code generated, players can enjoy the most exciting battle game in Brogent's E-sport base in Kaohsiung.
Why similar: Simulation 61.5%, Action 38.5%
- #43 Starlord
71% matchMixed50% of 14 reviews2015
Dev: Third Millenium SoftwarePub: Atari
Windows · Linux
You are a Starlord. In command of a planet but hungry for real power. Your ultimate aim: to control the entire Galaxy and enable your family dynasty to rule forever. But one thousand other Starlords have similar ambitions!
Why similar: Simulation 61.3%, Action 38.7%
- #44 Fair Strike
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 108 reviews2015
Dev: G5 SoftwarePub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Fair Strike is a game about brave pilots and their lethal celestial weapons fighting against terrorism and drug trafficking. So don't waste your time and jump into the cockpit of a modern attack helicopter and join a war against world terrorism. Your goal is simple - Kill them all!
Why similar: Simulation 61.6%, Action 38.4%
- #45 Damage Inc. Pacific Squadron WWII
70% matchMixed63% of 19 reviews2012
Dev: Trickstar GamesPub: Mad Catz
Windows
Take to the skies in one of over 30 accurately represented aircraft and defend the Pacific Theatre from invading enemy forces.
Why similar: Simulation 58.5%, Action 41.5%
- #46 Shivering Sky
69% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2019
Dev: Denys Li
Windows
Play as a gunner in B-25 bomber. Shoot enemy interceptors and support friendly air forces to finish the bombing mission. Chose between side, tail, top or nose gunner positions to resist enemy attacks.
Why similar: Simulation 62.3%, Action 37.7%
- #47 Slingshot Cowboy VR
70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: BVG Software Group
Windows
Fun colorful game for all ages and any mood. Nice graphics and fun mechanics make up quality VR experience you won't easily forget. Pull the sling or throw stones at will to reach the score and if it's not enough - make it loud with the flare gun!
Why similar: Simulation 62.3%, Action 37.7%
- #48 Shadow of Something
69% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: The Pleasure Warlock
Windows
In the year 19XX, a mysterious disaster at the S-CORP lab forces the citizens of CITY S to abandon their homes and workplaces. Not long after, reports of strange phenomenon in the area emerged and crews of organized mercs and foolhardy looters began to stake their claims...
Why similar: Simulation 62.3%, Action 37.7%
- #49 Military Life: Tank Simulator
69% matchMostly Negative33% of 46 reviews2016
Dev: United Independent Entertainment
Windows
Have you ever dreamt of riding a tank? Now you have got the chance to do it. The times when this sort of simulation was highly complex and enormous complicated are over. This game differs completely from the others and captivates with its intuitive and easy to learn gameplay.
Why similar: Simulation 62.3%, Action 37.7%
- #50 >Connect
68% match4 user reviews0% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: SheeyeDev
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dive deep into a world of cyberhacking and break into hundreds of computers in order to uncover secrets held by greedy corporations and of course self-profit along the way.
Why similar: Simulation 62.3%, Action 37.7%
- #51 Chopper Battle New Horizon
68% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: magnussoft
Windows
Escape your opponents with avidly daring maneuvers and become a hunter, who knows no mercy! Embark on a mission that requires all your flying skills!
Why similar: Simulation 62.3%, Action 37.7%
- #52 Knights of the Sky
67% matchMixed50% of 34 reviews2015
Dev: MicroProse Software, IncPub: Nightdive Studios
Windows · Linux
You are a hunter stalking Germany's most celebrated pilots, including the infamous Baron Manfred von Richtofen. Using news and intelligence reports as well as your own intuition, you track down the 16 men whose successors diminish your own.
Why similar: Simulation 63.2%, Action 36.8%
- #53 Wattson the Bulb
65% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: DegDeGames
Windows
A metroidvania platformer set in a bizarre world. Master unique abilities and combine them in creative ways to overcome challenges over a hundred hand crafted levels. Speed through to find the fastest route or explore at your own pace to unlock everything — a tough but rewarding adventure awaits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Action 24.7%, 2D Platformer 24.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #54 High Noon
68% matchNo user reviews2017
Dev: The HolodeckPub: Revintu
Windows
A wild wild west shooter.
Why similar: Simulation 62.3%, Action 37.7%
- #55 AHTS Ship Simulator
67% matchNegative18% of 11 reviews2017
Dev: Hashplay, Inc.
Windows
Captain, command a 3000 ton anchor handling and tug supply (AHTS) vessel and navigate it in high seas to a nearby oil rig. You control it with powerful main engines and side thrusters. Two outside water cannons help against a UFO with a tractor beam and fires that make your mission difficult.
Why similar: Simulation 63.3%, Action 36.7%
- #56 MissionX Beta
66% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: Holomia
Windows
A competitive multiplayer free-roaming Shooter game
Why similar: Simulation 63.4%, Action 36.6%
- #57 Aviator - Bush Pilot
67% matchMostly Negative24% of 83 reviews2014
Dev: Netmin GamesPub: United Independent Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
As the busy operator of a hangar and runway in the heart of a region like the Serengeti, there are countless ways to earn a living. As an ‘old school’ bush pilot, you must undertake challenging jobs to make the lives of both tourists and locals a lot easier.
Why similar: Simulation 63.3%, Action 36.7%