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Mandelarium is a haunting metroidvania. As Mandorlalmond, master skills to survive demonic ambushes in decaying cities and eerie landscapes. Uncover treasures, quests, and deep, dark lore as you battle kings of vices. Tread cursed realms, slay demonic hordes, and rip forbidden tales.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: Erike Miranda
Publisher: Mandorla Studios
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

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    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 26.5%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 8.9%

  59. #59 Saga of Yurina
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: FIVE DUCK GAMES
    Windows

    A Katana-parrying action Metroidvania set in an era of falling cherry blossoms! Defeat your foes with pure, flawless swordplay and prove your absolute mastery.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Beat 'em up 16.9%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 9.1%

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