- #1 Goldstained
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lantern Jump
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a dangerous, fantastical world and slay the divine being that corrupted it. Goldstained is a top-down 2D action-adventure where unlocking new weapons with new movesets is your way forward through boss fights, puzzles, and combat!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Top-Down 7.7%
- #2 Elementallis
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AnKae GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, Top-Down 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Magic 8.2%
- #3 Horn of Balance
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Martijn den Hollander
Windows
Explore an intricate new world of secrets and adventure. Features solid 2D Zelda-like gameplay, 12 vast non-linear dungeons and a wholesome story about the young golem Linden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Top-Down 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Magic 8.5%, Nonlinear 8.4%
- #4 House of Shadow
95% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: High Clarity Games
Windows
House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Exploration 8.4%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Nonlinear 7.9%
- #5 PATHFINDER 08
94% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Exploration 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #6 Kaila: The Journey to the Underworld
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Igolito Arts Studios
Windows
Play as Kaila, a young girl determined to rescue her mother from the clutches of Graygar, the Grey Soul. Explore a vast world, uncover secrets, unlock powerful abilities, and face challenging bosses on a journey to the Underworld. Are you ready to defy Death itself?
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Magic 12%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Fantasy 7%
- #7 Kokoro's Gensokyo Journey: The Lost Masks
93% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: CygnusA-1
Windows
A 2D exploration danmaku action Touhou fangame (AKA a danmaku Metroidvania). Control Hata no Kokoro in a journey to find her masks. Look for power-up items along the way and challenge powerful bosses to reclaim them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Action 6.8%
- #8 The Spectral Web: Hitodama
92% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2023
Dev: Aevin Abstract
Windows · Linux
Explore a Labyrinth full of magic, monsters, and mystery in this dungeon crawler inspired by retro classics. Wield unique spells to battle enemies, break blocks, and uncover hundreds of secrets hidden within the Labyrinth's walls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Top-Down 15.5%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Dungeon Crawler 12.8%, Magic 8.2%
- #9 Rabi-Ribi
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,161 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Magic 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #10 Garrison
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WKH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Traverse a broken empire to help the people and learn the truth. Discover items and combine them in new ways to destroy obstacles or enemies as you explore both side-scrolling and top-down perspective areas. Set out on an action/adventure journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Top-Down 14.7%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Exploration 9.2%
- #11 Croakspire
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Exploration 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #12 Eystrandi
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leiksmidr studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Magic 6.8%
- #13 Ariana and the Elder Codex
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 5.6%, Magic 5.2%
- #14 Validus mortis
88% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Hannu Kokkonen
Windows
Validus Mortis is a 2D platformer in fantasy style. To stop the evil wizards of taking control of the land. explore the stage with your hero knight and find items to progress forward. Slay monsters and gain experience and new spells.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Magic 9.5%, Medieval 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #15 Pain-T
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wheel Of Games
Windows
Pain-T is an exploration-driven metroidvania where color is your greatest weapon. Restore a world drained of paint, overcome hostile creatures, unlock colorfull powers, reveal hidden paths, and paint your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Exploration 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Magic 8.3%
- #16 Iron Diamond
86% matchVery Positive89% of 55 reviews2024
Dev: North Folk Studios
Windows
Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Nonlinear 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Exploration 8.2%
- #17 Astalon: Tears of the Earth
86% matchVery Positive90% of 1,437 reviews2021
Dev: LABS WorksPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Loot 15.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, Action-Adventure 8%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
- #18 Slacker Dungeon
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Deleted Layer
Windows
The Slacker Dungeon is a is a 2D side-scrolling metroidvania action game. You have to play as a guy who found an enchanted intelligent sword and went on an adventure in search of wealth and an easy life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Magic 11.9%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Exploration 9%, Fantasy 7.4%
- #19 TEVI
83% matchVery Positive89% of 3,852 reviews2023
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Magic 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #20 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
82% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Exploration 9.6%, Magic 9.3%
- #21 Maelstrom
85% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Fantasy 7.3%
- #22 Runic Winds
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GeccoBot
Windows
Runic Winds is a top-down action RPG about mastering rune magic through deliberate combat, exploration, and atmospheric dungeon crawling.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24.1%, Metroidvania 23.2%, Magic 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Top-Down 7.9%
- #23 Sarah's Great Adventure
82% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: 川流游戏
Windows
In the world of dreams, be a hero who saves the world!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Magic 10.8%, Loot 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #24 Overbowed
80% matchVery Positive91% of 86 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Magic 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #25 The Spectral Web: Yuurei
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aevin Abstract
Windows · Linux
Explore a giant, shifting Labyrinth and face off against powerful, ancient ghosts in this old-school action game inspired by 8-bit classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Magic 12.5%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #26 Alwa's Legacy
81% matchVery Positive87% of 611 reviews2020
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Magic 11.9%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Exploration 7.5%
- #27 Amo
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ryoshitsude
Windows
Amo is a top-down metroidvania, where a lost dog, Amo, gets stranded on an island. Explore the vast environments, fight through the enemies of the past, and solve the many mysteries that the island holds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Top-Down 16.4%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, 2D 5.7%, Adventure 5%
- #28 Sir Magical Jelly
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rony Tama Games, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
An action-adventure journey of a small slimy creature that has fast mobility. Focused on monster elimination with metroidvania elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Magic 15.5%, Dungeon Crawler 12.7%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Exploration 8.1%
- #29 Glyphen
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ToccGames
Windows
Glyphen is an Immersive Spellcasting Adventure in which you draw mysterious Glyphs to cast spells. Glyphs have meanings and can be combined to invoke complex magic. Draw Glyphs, create spells and become a mage.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Magic 17.6%, Dungeon Crawler 17.4%, Exploration 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #30 The Forgotten Castle
77% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: DogKing Games
Windows
Play as an old man who wakes up in a mysterious castle full of magic and danger. Explore every corner of the castle and discover what is hidden between the walls of this misterious and ancient place while you keep fighting with monsters and improving your abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Dungeon Crawler 19.2%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Exploration 9.2%, Medieval 7.7%
- #31 Burden of the Blue
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: SandwichBoi
Windows
Explore mysterious worlds, solve puzzles and battle in order to uncover the burdens of the past.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.6%, Top-Down 16.5%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Nonlinear 12.4%, Exploration 11.5%
- #32 Full Moon
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: AK Sommerville
Windows · Mac · Linux
An adventure in werewolf hunting, for witches.
Why similar: Magic 18.5%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Top-Down 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #33 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
75% matchVery Positive90% of 1,751 reviews2023
Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Exploration 8.4%, Anime 7.3%
- #34 Bruno: Lost In Nightmares
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bruno Batista
Windows
A Metroidvania game Where the player will have to face their worst nightmares With a sword, bow and arrow, and some secret powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Dungeon Crawler 19.3%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Exploration 7.2%
- #35 Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course
75% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2025
Dev: Nowis-337 GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
Eat everything. Grow stronger. Save the Gourmet Kingdom. A charming action-adventure where you devour foes, solve clever dungeon puzzles, and battle monstrous bosses in a whimsical, food-filled world. Find the five Divine Spices and save the Gourmet Kingdom from the Demon Chef!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, Top-Down 10.4%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Fantasy 8.2%
- #36 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
74% 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 30%, Magic 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Anime 6.1%
- #37 Limos' Lair
76% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Oleg Fedotov
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this Action-Puzzle Metroidvania, you will explore the lair of a long-gone mythical creature and unravel its mysteries. Consume enemies to gain their abilities, use your frog-like tongue to grapple and fight, explore the land, solve puzzles, find secrets, and complete challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Top-Down 16%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Exploration 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #38 Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,528 reviews2025
Dev: Pocket TrapPub: PM Studios, Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Are you ready for the first Yoyovania?! In this 2D top-down adventure you'll explore a sprawling urban landscape, reinterpreting your surroundings through your mastery of yoyo tricks. Navigate the city's many districts, fight rival crime bosses, and regain the influence of the Pipistrello family!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Top-Down 17.6%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 9.3%
- #39 Cloud Seeker
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagniFish Studios
Windows
Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Magic 8.9%, Exploration 8.4%
- #40 OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK
73% matchMixed66% of 525 reviews2022
Dev: ENGINES Inc.Pub: KADOKAWA CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 18.0 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 34.6%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Anime 7%
- #41 The Forbidden Forest
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Studios
Windows
Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Nonlinear 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #42 Slumbering Feline
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: The Flavare
Windows · Linux
Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Can Momo find her way out of this dreamscape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Magic 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Exploration 7.8%
- #43 Star Iliad
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cape Cosmic
Windows · Mac
Dive into the guts with Star Iliad, a retro-future action adventure game. Play as Blythe Braves, a star ranger stranded within the labyrinthine organs of the mythical Star Whale. Fight fearsome foes, sling spells and bullets, and befriend a charming set of castaways in your quest to escape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Exploration 7.5%, Fantasy 7.1%
- #44 Echoes of the Outworlder
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Outworlder LLC
Windows
Explore a shattered land in this isekai Metroidvania, mastering fluid movement, battling monsters, clashing with Outworlders, and uncovering the truth behind a world on the edge of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Exploration 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Magic 7.8%
- #45 Spellforged
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bewx
Windows
Forge your magical journey through the world of Syntheria in this action, adventure, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Magic 17.2%, Medieval 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #46 Observance of Homeland
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Certeis Lirre (Be Games Do Crimes)Pub: Certeis Lirre
Windows
A minimalistic free-exploration metroidvania with quick, responsive movement and an extremely diverse cast of bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Exploration 9%, Nonlinear 7.9%
- #47 Side Scape
71% matchPositive92% of 39 reviews2023
Dev: MathanGames
Windows
A light-hearted, Side-Scroller/ Top-Down hybrid!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Dungeon Crawler 21.1%, Top-Down 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Fantasy 5.4%
- #48 Shadow King
70% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2023
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, 2D 4.4%
- #49 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Action 7.2%, Adventure 6.5%
- #50 Little Nemo and the Nightmare Fiends
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Nemo, Inc
Windows
Little Nemo and his friends return for a hand-animated metroidvania adventure! Explore magical dream worlds with Nemo, the Princess of Slumberland, the mischievious Flip, and royal guard Peony as they try to stop the Nightmare Fiends from ruling over dreams forever.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Exploration 12.1%, Magic 9.5%, Nonlinear 9.2%
- #51 An Automaton's Journey
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xyros GamesPub: holo Indie
Windows
Play as the ancient automaton Cecilia Immergreen as you explore the world for secrets, solve puzzles, delve into dungeons, fight other Hololive members as powerful bosses, help other members with side quests, and find powerful items to explore previously unavailable locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Top-Down 17.2%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Exploration 11%, Female Protagonist 5.4%
- #52 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
70% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: SpoonweaverPub: Spoonweaver Studios
Windows
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Fantasy 8.1%
- #53 Battle Witch
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Feliciano Creadoros
Windows
Battle Witch is a bullet hell metroidvania where you shoot, dodge, and fly using powerful spells. Explore the ruins of a mana-infested mining town, left in chaos after a catastrophic magical incident. Master your magic, conquer the chaos, and uncover the secrets buried beneath the rubble.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Magic 13%, Dungeon Crawler 12.7%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Nonlinear 8.3%
- #54 Bread Adventure
66% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Fantasy 7%
- #55 Fujiwara Phoenix
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Twin Phoenix Interactive
Windows
In this metroidvania Touhou fan game, burn a path through Gensokyo as Fujiwara no Mokou with a powerful array of unlockable abilities, but exercise caution as they will burn you right back. Merciless aggression is the key; with defeating enemies as the only way to restore precious hp.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Exploration 5.8%, Female Protagonist 5%
- #56 Citadel Knight
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fayvit
Windows
A challenging action game where you explore a dark kingdom, face brutal creatures, and uncover hidden secrets. Fight with strategy, discover powerful relics, and navigate treacherous dungeons as you unravel the mysteries of the Citadel.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Nonlinear 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #57 Transiruby
67% matchVery Positive92% of 290 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, 2D Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12%, Fantasy 5.9%
- #58 Lumina's Brew
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 2Boone Games
Windows
Explore enchanted biomes, gather rare ingredients, and brew potions to sell in this cozy 2D metroidvania. Discover secrets, meet curious creatures, and master the art of potion-making as a young witch on a mystical journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Magic 16.9%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #59 Azaran: The Demon Bottle
65% matchVery Positive93% of 67 reviews2025
Dev: Benji
Windows · Linux
Explore cryptic puzzle dungeons in this short, retro, action-adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Action-Adventure 14%, Top-Down 11.5%, Magic 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #60 Xolotl
68% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: Anchor Games
Windows · Mac
Jump, dash, and swim in this epic adventure! Explore the vast Aztec lands in an axolotl action-platformer! Xolotl is a cute, 2D action-platformer, in which your goal is to regain your godly form and powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Nonlinear 9.2%, Exploration 8.9%