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  1. #1 SHADE Protocol
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Little Legendary
    Windows · Linux

    SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 21.7%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Open World 5.1%

  2. #2 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
    96% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
    Dev: Innocent Soul
    Windows

    Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 21.5%, Difficult 11%, Platformer 9.3%, Side Scroller 4.6%

  3. #3 Foregone
    96% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    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 22.4%, Souls-like 18.5%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Platformer 10.3%, Difficult 9.5%

  4. #4 Akatori
    95% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Contrast Games
    Windows

    Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 19.6%, Difficult 10%, Platformer 8%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

  5. #5 WarriOrb: Prologue
    94% matchVery Positive88% of 399 reviews2019
    Dev: Not Yet
    Windows · Linux

    WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 20.5%, Difficult 10.5%, Platformer 8.8%, Side Scroller 8.5%

  6. #6 Colorless World
    94% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2022
    Dev: Bazzucco Entertainment
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in this strange Colorless World. Unleash new mechanics and defeat obstacles, monsters, and bosses. As you unravel a hidden story told between the lines that will shape your ultimate destiny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 22.1%, Platformer 9.4%, Side Scroller 9%, Difficult 8.2%

  7. #7 Anokye
    93% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Mills Media
    Windows

    Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 22.8%, Difficult 13.6%, Platformer 7.5%, Open World 4%

  8. #8 GINSHA
    92% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2023
    Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
    Windows · Linux

    GINSHA is a unique atmospheric pixelart Action Adventure Platformer with special Gravity Shield and Dash Mechanics. It combines a versatile Platformer core with RPG, Souls and Crafting Elements to an Anomaly among Metroidvania games.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 20.4%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Platformer 8.6%, Open World 7.7%

  9. #9 DREIFRAME
    91% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
    Dev: MrDrone
    Windows

    Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 24.5%, Difficult 11.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Atmospheric 3.7%

  10. #10 Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess
    91% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Pixel Beer Games
    Windows

    Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 20%, Difficult 11.1%, Narration 8.4%, Platformer 7.7%

  11. #11 Eden's Guardian
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Voragine Game Studio
    Windows

    Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Souls-like 19.8%, Difficult 9.4%, Side Scroller 9%, Platformer 8.7%

  12. #12 Awita: Journey of Hope
    89% matchMostly Positive75% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: ant_game_projects
    Windows · Linux

    Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 17.9%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Platformer 8.4%

  13. #13 Dimension Rift Zero
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MrDyvik
    Windows

    Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 23.3%, Difficult 12%, Platformer 10.3%, Open World 6.5%

  14. #14 Intertwined
    88% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: VoidNode
    Windows · Mac

    Choose between Seren and Umbra, two warriors who despise each other. Armed with a spear that can strike in any direction, explore a fractured world, uncover the truth behind your bond, and hunt down the one person you must destroy. Desperate for Separation~Forever Intertwined

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 23.1%, Difficult 12.8%, Platformer 8.8%, Female Protagonist 8.2%

  15. #15 Gedda Cake
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Flannel Bear Games
    Windows · Mac

    Gedda Cake is a metroidvania about Dragons and Cakes. Play as 6 characters with unique skills and playstyles, swap between them on the fly, battle dangerous foes and explore the vast sugar-coated lands of Sugria. Help them reclaim their invaded world and get The Cake!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 22.4%, Difficult 11.4%, Platformer 9.6%, Side Scroller 7.7%

  16. #16 Unbound: Worlds Apart
    86% matchVery Positive84% of 1,299 reviews2021
    Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 12.2%, Platformer 12.1%, Difficult 9%, Side Scroller 9%

  17. #17 Hollow Knight
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 534,538 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Souls-like 22.1%, Difficult 11.4%, Platformer 9.6%, Open World 4.1%

  18. #18 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    84% matchVery Positive92% of 3,067 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "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 23.7%, Souls-like 18.3%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Platformer 8.6%

  19. #19 Enemies Within
    85% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: BoomSqueak
    Windows

    Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 21.4%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Difficult 9.9%, Platformer 7.8%

  20. #20 Children of Birch
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: UvuikSmoniti
    Windows

    "Children of the Birch" is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the mythology of various Slavic peoples and combining a sophisticated platformer with a depressing narrative.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 24.7%, Difficult 11.3%, Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 4.1%

  21. #21 Steel Flood
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Egobounds
    Windows

    Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 25%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Side Scroller 6.1%

  22. #22 Ashen Daughter
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Blue Bichon Game Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Battle corrupted emissaries, explore a mythical world, and sacrifice health for power in this hand-drawn Metroidvania. With tight, responsive controls, guide Kára on a journey of grief, vengeance, and forgiveness.

    Why similar: Archery 26.6%, Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 18.8%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Side Scroller 7.2%

  23. #23 Benders of Moona
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lincoln Charlles BorgesPub: Tao Team
    Windows

    Discover the power of healing through the pursuit of mastery in the art of waterbending. Learn new skills, explore a living world full of riddles and mysteries that plague the peace between the material and spiritual world. A hand-drawn 2d platformer inspired by digital oil painting.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 20.8%, Platformer 11.9%, Difficult 10.3%, Exploration 5.4%

  24. #24 Hollow Knight: Silksong
    79% matchVery Positive89% of 400,178 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 35.1 hrsMean: 45.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 21.4%, Difficult 12.1%, Platformer 8.2%, Female Protagonist 7%

  25. #25 Crownless
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio Wallnut
    Windows

    Carry your life as a fragile crown in Crownless! An epic action adventure built for exploration and punchy combat. Explore a vast hand-crafted 2D world, uncover forgotten realms, and dash, swim, and forge your way through the unknown.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Souls-like 24.1%, Platformer 13.2%, Exploration 6.9%, Open World 4.9%

  26. #26 Misspell
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
    Windows

    Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 14.6%, Platformer 11.7%, Open World 6.9%, Difficult 6.1%

  27. #27 WarriOrb
    81% matchMostly Positive79% of 175 reviews2020
    Dev: Not Yet
    Windows · Linux

    Demons, giants, mutants, and a talking Ball with hybrid limbs?! In WarriOrb you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one. Will you do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?

    Why similar: Souls-like 21.5%, Metroidvania 21.3%, Difficult 10.3%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Platformer 8.9%

  28. #28 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 11,587 reviews2016
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 19.3%, Difficult 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Female Protagonist 8.5%

  29. #29 Last Souls
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ruben Wihler
    Windows · Mac

    Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 23.2%, Difficult 11.1%, Platformer 9.8%, Open World 6.1%

  30. #30 Being and Becoming
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
    Windows

    Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 23.6%, Platformer 9.7%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Open World 7.2%

  31. #31 Ceplion
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mert Ali Barlas
    Windows

    Embark on an epic journey in Ceplion, a metroidvania-inspired action-platformer. Explore the Ceplion Island, uncovering mysteries and ancient secrets. Engage in precise combat against believers and monstrous creatures. Harness the power of inheritors to bring an end to the relentless war.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 19.3%, Difficult 11.6%, Platformer 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

  32. #32 Nara: Facing Fire
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Glowing Glade Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    In a world where a mysterious energy known as Va flows through and connects all living beings, a child with the power to command this energy was born. As the last of her kind, young Nara must unravel the dark secrets of her power and face the flames and shadows that took someone special from her.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 22.6%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 9.3%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

  33. #33 PlayBound
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio Sploot
    Windows

    PlayBound tells the story of Kelvin, a boy whose parents have become fatally boring. Strap on your velcro light-up kicks and equip your POG slammers, because it's time to save the world from certain lameness!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 18.8%, Souls-like 15.5%, Difficult 8.9%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Platformer 8.1%

  34. #34 Shieldbound
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Bangers
    Windows

    Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 23.9%, Difficult 12.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Side Scroller 8.9%

  35. #35 3000th Duel
    75% matchMostly Positive72% of 623 reviews2019
    Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Souls-like 21.7%, Difficult 10.5%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Platformer 8.6%

  36. #36 Fading Light
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Punica Games
    Windows

    In a world of eternal darkness, navigate the unknown with only the glow of your companion, Spark. Craft arrows from the environment to survive, uncover lost secrets of an ancient world, and push forward through the shadows into hope. Will you find your way, or will the dark consume you?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Souls-like 17.8%, Platformer 13.3%, Difficult 10.3%, Cute 6.2%

  37. #37 Arrowman
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Better Plan
    Windows · Mac

    Arrowman is a 2D action-platformer in an odd world where stone statues talk and evil is taking control. Shoot your way through hordes of enemies to uncover the mysteries of your true nature.

    Why similar: Archery 31%, Souls-like 23.9%, Metroidvania 21.3%, Side Scroller 10%, Platformer 7.4%

  38. #38 Moonscars
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 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 30.2%, Souls-like 27.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Platformer 7.6%, Side Scroller 7%

  39. #39 Aeternum Vale
    73% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2022
    Dev: pixhellk9
    Windows

    “Aeternum Vale” is a weird atmospheric Metroidvania set in a cryptic open-world full of dangers, mysteries, and odd characters. Make friends & slice your way through this out of time realm in a infinite quest to save your soul… or give it away?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 26.1%, Open World 9.9%, Platformer 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8%

  40. #40 Midpoint
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Frandy
    Windows

    Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 25.3%, Platformer 10.8%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Open World 7%

  41. #41 Chiaroscuro
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BlackberryKinPub: BlackberryStudio
    Windows · Mac

    Chiaroscuro is a 2D adventure platformer with metroidvania elements. Explore a world that has fallen into darkness and discover the Lights to illuminate your forgotten past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Difficult 12.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Female Protagonist 8.4%, Side Scroller 7.8%

  42. #42 Vulpis
    71% 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 39.8%, Difficult 15.7%, Platformer 14.8%, Exploration 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%

  43. #43 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    72% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 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 41.3%, Metroidvania 26.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Difficult 6.2%, Platformer 5.3%

  44. #44 Lightward
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wolfbit Games
    Windows · Mac

    Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Souls-like 30.1%, Platformer 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, 2D 3.9%

  45. #45 Cantirium: God Slayer
    71% matchMixed56% of 27 reviews2023
    Dev: Nekod team
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A colorful metroidvania in which you must help catgirl save a world on the brink of destruction, honing your exploration and combat skills in epic battles to challenge the gods themselves!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Souls-like 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12%, Platformer 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

  46. #46 Anatine
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Astrolabe Games
    Windows · Mac

    Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Souls-like 27.8%, Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Atmospheric 6%

  47. #47 THE DARK DWELLERS
    70% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
    Dev: COLNELIUS
    Windows

    In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.

    Why similar: Souls-like 25%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Difficult 12.8%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Platformer 6.9%

  48. #48 Frauki's Adventure!
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 51 reviews2021
    Dev: CLYDE games
    Windows · Linux

    Frauki's Adventure is a challenging melee-combat platformer set in a large, interconnected world. Dodge, slash, stomp, and outplay a variety of intelligent and deadly Alien Robots. Discover shortcuts and find hidden upgrades. Challenging sword-fights and a sprawling, bizarre world await!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 25.5%, Difficult 12.9%, Platformer 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

  49. #49 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
    69% matchVery Positive87% of 98 reviews2023
    Dev: The Island Games
    Windows

    Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 23.8%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 9.8%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

  50. #50 Custodian: Beginning of the End
    69% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2021
    Dev: Red-Pixel
    Windows

    Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 22.7%, Difficult 10.7%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 8.7%

  51. #51 OUTBUDDIES DX
    69% matchMixed70% of 283 reviews2019
    Dev: Julian LauferPub: Headup
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Difficult 12.8%, Platformer 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Side Scroller 7.4%

  52. #52 Night Breaker
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 10 DEAD Pixels
    Windows

    Venture into an unusual, alien world full of danger and mysteries in this sci-fi Metroidvania. Grab your gear and face the challenge of sustaining a once-thriving space colony. Can you bring this place back to life? Are you ready to uncover all the secrets lurking in the darkness?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Difficult 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Platformer 10.1%, Open World 7.7%

  53. #53 Minoria
    68% matchVery Positive81% of 2,592 reviews2019
    Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 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 34.6%, Souls-like 21.9%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Difficult 9.5%, Platformer 4.1%

  54. #54 LUNARIS
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Richard BuenoPub: Two Void Studios
    Windows

    LUNARIS is a 2D metroidvania with fast and fluid combat. Defeat brutal bosses, unlock new abilities. Master jumps, dashes, and precise strikes as you traverse the dangerous ruins of the Mountains of Kaliman in an adrenaline-filled abandoned world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Souls-like 19.6%, Difficult 12.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 6.3%

  55. #55 Lotus Knight
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stinky Tofu Games
    Windows · Mac

    Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Souls-like 31.7%, Platformer 15.5%, 2D 5.3%, Action 3.1%

  56. #56 Lost Tribe
    67% 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 32.4%, Platformer 13%, Open World 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Difficult 7.4%

  57. #57 Afterimage
    66% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
    Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 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 25.6%, Souls-like 19.9%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Difficult 9.7%

  58. #58 Rain World
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 50,449 reviews2017
    Dev: VideocultPub: Akupara Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    You are a nomadic slugcat, both predator and prey in a broken ecosystem. Grab your spear and brave the industrial wastes, hunting enough food to survive, but be wary— other, bigger creatures have the same plan... and slugcats look delicious.

    Why similar: Difficult 17.4%, Metroidvania 16.4%, Souls-like 11.8%, Platformer 10.4%, Open World 8.3%

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