Games Like Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree

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 21.8%, Souls-like 20.9%, Blood 15.1% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Violent 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly mirrors the gothic dark-fantasy aesthetic and brutal souls-like combat found in Mandragora.

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 38.4%, Metroidvania 19%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Difficult 8.8%, Platformer 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Often cited as the definitive 2D souls-like, it shares the deep RPG systems and interconnected world design of the seed game.

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: Souls-like 16.9%, Metroidvania 16.9%, 2.5D 10%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Difficult 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title features unique souls-like mechanics and a surreal, dark world that rewards careful exploration and mastery of combat.

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 27.4%, Souls-like 22.6%, Blood 12.1% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Violent 9%

Why You'll Like It: Its punishing combat and haunting, religious-themed dark-fantasy world make it an essential play for fans of the genre.

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 31.7%, Souls-like 23%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Difficult 7.8%, Action RPG 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It captures a similar melancholic dark-fantasy atmosphere while focusing on fluid, action-oriented combat.

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 36.5%, Metroidvania 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Difficult 5.8%, Action RPG 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A robust metroidvania that incorporates complex RPG elements and challenging boss encounters similar to Mandragora.

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 21.4%, Souls-like 20.6%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Difficult 10.3%, Action RPG 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, side-scrolling action-RPG that leans heavily into Lovecraftian horror and souls-like exploration.

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 25.5%, Difficult 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Platformer 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a highly polished, challenging combat experience that emphasizes precision and souls-like difficulty.

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 32.5%, Souls-like 30.6%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Platformer 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a gritty, high-stakes 2D souls-like experience with a focus on dark, painterly visuals.

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 34.2%, Souls-like 18%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Action RPG 9.9%, RPG 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the atmospheric, dark-fantasy tradition of its predecessor with refined metroidvania mechanics.

Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.1%, Souls-like 17.6%, Blood 16.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging metroidvania that focuses on dark fantasy themes and souls-like combat progression.

Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.

Why similar: Souls-like 30.7%, Action RPG 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, RPG 11.4%, Exploration 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title emphasizes the RPG and exploration aspects of the genre with a gritty, unforgiving world.

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 22.8%, Metroidvania 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Platformer 7.3%, Combat 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a classic souls-like experience with a heavy emphasis on combat mechanics and character builds.

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.

Why similar: Souls-like 30%, Difficult 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Action RPG 11.2%, Medieval 7%

Why You'll Like It: Though 3D, its focus on fast, punishing combat and dark-fantasy storytelling makes it a strong thematic match.

UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.5%, Metroidvania 31.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Difficult 10.3%, RPG 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist 2D souls-like that strips away platforming to focus entirely on intense, tactical combat.

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 31.3%, Action RPG 13.8%, Difficult 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Dark 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy action-RPG that emphasizes challenging combat and character-driven progression.

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 20.3%, Souls-like 20%, 2.5D 12.2%, Action RPG 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a fast-paced action-RPG experience with a wide variety of weapons and souls-like progression.

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 45.1%, 2.5D 12.7%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%, RPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: While more traditional in its metroidvania roots, its deep RPG systems and dark atmosphere align well with the seed game.

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 24.1%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Action RPG 13.8%, Violent 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy metroidvania that focuses on exploration and visceral, skill-based combat.

Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

Why similar: Souls-like 22.2%, Action RPG 14.4%, Metroidvania 10.8%, Difficult 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Despite its unique art style, it delivers a brutal, souls-like combat experience with heavy RPG elements.

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 42.8%, Platformer 13.4%, Survival 13.3%, Dark 10.3%, Side Scroller 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It combines dark fantasy side-scrolling with deep RPG inventory management and elemental combat systems.

F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Platformer 15%, 2.5D 13.8%, Story Rich 8.8%, Exploration 8%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a dense, interconnected world and high-quality combat mechanics that satisfy the metroidvania itch.

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 31.7%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, Action RPG 15.3%, Difficult 12.5%, Story Rich 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated souls-like experience that brings a dark, oppressive atmosphere to the action-RPG genre.

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 18.2%, Metroidvania 17.1%, Difficult 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Action RPG 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult, exploration-focused title that captures the essence of a dark, interconnected world.

Risk insanity in the gruesome slash-em-up Morbid: The Lords of Ire, with brutal combat and souls-like elements. Defeat the five Lords of Ire as you fight for your life across tortured landscapes, rending the evil Gahars of their flesh-bound forms.

Why similar: Souls-like 25%, Blood 20.8% ★, Difficult 13%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Violent 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It leans into the horror and hack-and-slash aspects of the souls-like genre with a focus on challenging combat.

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 51%, Platformer 18.1%, RPG 11.4%, Exploration 11.1%, Action 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features tight, responsive combat and a classic dark-fantasy aesthetic that feels right at home.

Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 24.3%, Difficult 13.7%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Platformer 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, challenging metroidvania that rewards players who enjoy high-difficulty exploration and combat.

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 25.1%, Souls-like 20.2%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Action RPG 11%, Difficult 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: An expansive, beautiful metroidvania with deep RPG systems that allow for significant character customization.

Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike set in a beautiful sun-lit world inspired by Italian folklore where the brightest sun casts the darkest shadow. Wear unique role-altering masks, face formidable foes and alter reality with the power of Ardore to unravel the secrets of Enotria.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.5%, Difficult 12%, Violent 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Action RPG 10.6%

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 54.7%, Platformer 20.1%, Combat 16.5%, Action 6.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly mobile, action-heavy combat system within a complex, interconnected world.

Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 17.9%, Metroidvania 17%, 2.5D 12%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Difficult 9.2%

VELASTER is a gruesome 3D side-scrolling action combat game set in the Middle-earth called Malum. You will find yourself growing in battles against various monsters and bosses. Take revenge that remains in your fading memories.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.6%, Souls-like 18.2%, 2.5D 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Action RPG 9.8%

Deathbound is a unique Soulslike. Build a party of four characters and instantly morph between them in and out of combat. Combine their abilities to pull off devastating attacks and slay those who stand before you.

Why similar: Souls-like 21.2%, Violent 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Action RPG 11.3%, Difficult 11.1%

Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque era.

Why similar: Souls-like 37.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Action RPG 10.2%, Difficult 7.2%, Dark 6.8%

Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 17.7%, Souls-like 17%, 2.5D 12.7%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 10%

HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.2%, Souls-like 18.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, 2.5D 10.8%, Side Scroller 9.1%

Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.

Why similar: Souls-like 25.9%, Metroidvania 24.6%, Action RPG 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 14%, RPG 6.3%

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 27.5%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, RPG 8.7%, Platformer 8.3%

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 29.4%, Metroidvania 25%, Action RPG 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Combat 6.8%

Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Souls-like 24.1%, Action RPG 14.6%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%

Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Dark 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Platformer 10.6%, Combat 9.5%

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.6%, Difficult 16%, Souls-like 12.9%, Combat 10.3%, Action 4.5%

Dark Light is a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk action-platformer with intense hack'n slash combat. Explore the unknown, enhance your abilities with cyberwares, and face off against supernatural entities to seal the Dark Void and end the eternal darkness.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, Metroidvania 27.5%, Violent 10.9%, Platformer 8.4%, Dark 7.7%

Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 23.4%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Platformer 6.6%

Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted is a souls-like game with Enrage mechanic which sets in a Nature themed dark fantasy world. Fight your way from the deepest dungeons to the top of the clouds and save the corrupted nature in this mysterious "pre-human" era-themed epic story.

Why similar: Souls-like 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Action RPG 14%, Combat 9.6%, Dark 8.8%

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 26.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Metroidvania 14%, Action RPG 13.4%, Medieval 10.6%

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 22.7%, Metroidvania 21.1%, Action RPG 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Difficult 11.7%

This game is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls. Skelethrone: The Prey is a free prequel to the main game, setting the stage for the events that will unfold throughout Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona campaign.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.7%, Souls-like 18.2%, Blood 12.7% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.2%

If war is the closest we get to hell on earth, it's because Earth harbours the worst of demons: humankind. In an isolated country ravaged by infighting, discover the secrets of your past and deal with the repercussions of a mysterious calamity.

Why similar: Souls-like 26.6%, Violent 11%, Action RPG 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Story Rich 6.8%

An innovative third-person action RPG where you can choose traditional weapons to fight monsters fairly, or activate cheats like godly powers. The unique voice-controlled gear system lets you summon spells or enhance yourself. This is definitely an adventure you've never experienced before!

Why similar: Souls-like 25.5%, RPG 14.6%, Dark 13.6%, Action RPG 13.3%, Violent 11.1%

Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 23.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Platformer 8.5%, Side Scroller 7.1%

You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

Why similar: Souls-like 21.8%, Metroidvania 21.2%, RPG 10.6%, Difficult 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%

Their Flesh is Your Armor. Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Survival demands superior awareness, precision, and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes.

Why similar: Souls-like 40.1%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Violent 11.4%, Difficult 10.9%, Action RPG 8.5%

Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.

Why similar: Action RPG 23.1%, Medieval 21.4%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Combat 12.2%, RPG 9.3%

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 20.2%, Metroidvania 19.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, 2.5D 9.7%, Action RPG 8.9%

Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.7%, Violent 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark 7.9%

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 23.1%, Metroidvania 23%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Combat 10.8%, Difficult 10.8%

Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want!

Why similar: Souls-like 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Action RPG 13.9%, Difficult 13.9%, Dark 10.3%

Hunt the Night is a dark fantasy action-RPG where you play as Vesper, a Stalker fighting to reclaim a world annihilated by horrors. Slash through dungeons, endure brutal bosses, and wield forbidden powers in a relentless struggle against the Night itself.

Why similar: Souls-like 36%, Dark Fantasy 24.9%, Action RPG 23.7%, Violent 10.3%, Action 3.6%

Morbid: The Seven Acolytes is a Horrorpunk Action RPG filled with Lovecraftian horrors and Cronenbergian gore, making it the most gruesome take on the isometric Souls-like genre yet!

Why similar: Souls-like 43.5%, Action RPG 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, RPG 8.6%, Violent 8.4%