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Games Like Mask of Soul

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Metroidvania, Souls-like, Platformer.

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Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.

Reviews: Positive — 86% — of 21 reviews
Released: 2026-03-26
Developer: XION ENTERTAINMENT
Publisher: XIONPLUS
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchVery Positive96% of 122 reviews2025
    Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
    Windows

    Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Souls-like 17.6%, Lore-Rich 12%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Platformer 8.3%

  2. #2 Path of Deities
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bold Beetle Studio Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A vertically-structured Metroidvania where genetic mutations redefine progression. Navigate a divine-biomechanical labyrinth with dynamically evolving combat forms, where every choice alters companion fates and the world's collapse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Souls-like 28.7%, Lore-Rich 12.3%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, 2D 4%

  3. #3 Lamp Chronicle
    96% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
    Dev: Pixellica Corp.
    Windows

    Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.

    Why similar: Souls-like 24.8%, Metroidvania 24.4%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Platformer 10.6%, Hand-drawn 7.4%

  4. #4 Onchu
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Banana Moon Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 23.1%, Lore-Rich 12.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 6.2%

  5. #5 The Light of the Darkness: Renascence
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
    Windows

    Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 19.8%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Platformer 9.4%

  6. #6 Lightward
    94% 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 37.8%, Souls-like 31.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, 2D 3.9%

  7. #7 Lotus Knight
    93% 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 40.4%, Souls-like 32.5%, Platformer 15.5%, 2D 5.4%, Indie 2.5%

  8. #8 Deepening Fire
    92% matchMostly Positive72% of 628 reviews2023
    Dev: VeryBigDogPub: Merlion Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    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: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 23.8%, Lore-Rich 13%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Platformer 9.5%

  9. #9 Elysian Echoes
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Grinding Crow
    Windows

    Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Souls-like 24.6%, Platformer 10.8%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

  10. #10 The Lost Key
    91% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
    Dev: AmmashDev
    Windows

    You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 23.1%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.3%

  11. #11 SpellTome
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
    Windows

    SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 29.3%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 6.4%, Cartoony 5.9%

  12. #12 Solateria
    89% matchVery Positive85% of 331 reviews2026
    Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
    Windows

    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 31.4%, Souls-like 28%, Platformer 8.5%, Hand-drawn 7.1%, Lore-Rich 6.2%

  13. #13 Oneirium
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ZeenaPub: Zeena Studio
    Windows

    Awaken to a realm where dreams and reality blur beyond recognition. As the Awakened One, you must traverse a haunting world of nightmares and fragmented memories, where nothing is certain and every shadow hides unspeakable truths. Traverse the Dream revealing the nature of existence itself.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Souls-like 25.4%, Lore-Rich 13.7%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 6.5%

  14. #14 Steel Flood
    88% 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 30.7%, Souls-like 28.4%, Platformer 11.8%, Side Scroller 7.4%, Hand-drawn 6.3%

  15. #15 Shieldbound
    87% 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 28.1%, Souls-like 26.1%, Platformer 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Hand-drawn 6.5%

  16. #16 Crown Of Silence
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nyro Interactive
    Windows

    Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Souls-like 20.9%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Lore-Rich 9.5%, Platformer 7.9%

  17. #17 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
    86% 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 30.6%, Souls-like 27.8%, Platformer 11.7%, Side Scroller 6.4%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%

  18. #18 Last Souls
    85% 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 29.3%, Souls-like 26.1%, Platformer 10.8%, Side Scroller 7%, Dark Fantasy 5.1%

  19. #19 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
    84% matchMostly Positive79% of 129 reviews2025
    Dev: Brewed GamesPub: 1312 Interactive
    Windows

    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 24.3%, Souls-like 21.7%, Lore-Rich 14%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Platformer 9.6%

  20. #20 Crowsworn
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Souls-like 25.2%, Platformer 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

  21. #21 DEVIATOR
    82% matchMixed68% of 988 reviews2024
    Dev: Gami Studio
    Windows

    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 33%, Souls-like 28.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Side Scroller 7.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%

  22. #22 Foregone
    83% 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 30.1%, Souls-like 24.1%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D 4.6%

  23. #23 Enemies Within
    81% 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 31.2%, Souls-like 25.4%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Platformer 9%, Action-Adventure 6%

  24. #24 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
    82% 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 45.2%, Metroidvania 30%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%, Platformer 5.7%, Side Scroller 3.5%

  25. #25 Eden's Guardian
    81% 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 26.5%, Souls-like 24.6%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 5.9%

  26. #26 Midpoint
    80% 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 29.6%, Souls-like 27.7%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%

  27. #27 Crownless
    79% 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 42%, Souls-like 27.9%, Platformer 14.9%, Action-Adventure 5.3%, 2D 4.7%

  28. #28 DREIFRAME
    78% 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 36.2%, Souls-like 30.6%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D 4%, Side Scroller 3.5%

  29. #29 The Light of the Darkness: Origins
    79% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
    Windows

    An Action-RPG soulsvania where you explore a seamless and interconnected world through a zoomable map with no loading break. Engage in epic aerial battles, absorb essence to level up, and craft powerful spell combos by defeating brutal bosses and harnessing their Mystic Nature.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 25.9%, Lore-Rich 14.6%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Platformer 8.4%

  30. #30 Dimension Drifters
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dimension Drifters
    Windows · Mac

    Dimension Drifters is a hand-drawn 2D anime action-platformer that takes players through intense, multi-dimensional combat. Join the protagonist, Ena on her quest to restore the shattered dimensions torn apart by the mysterious 'Dark Drifter.'

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Souls-like 26%, Anime 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Platformer 6.8%

  31. #31 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
    76% matchVery Positive92% of 231 reviews2025
    Dev: Volkolak Team
    Windows

    Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 25.2%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

  32. #32 Moonscars
    77% 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 34.7%, Souls-like 30.5%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Platformer 8.2%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

  33. #33 Celestial Lumina
    77% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Juan Centeno
    Windows

    Ascend from the depths as Evan, heir of a fallen underworld, to uncover the truth behind a world stripped of dawn. Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where Light clashes with the Darkness that stole the sky.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Souls-like 26.7%, Lore-Rich 13.5%, Platformer 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%

  34. #34 Misspell
    76% 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 34.4%, Souls-like 17%, Platformer 13.3%, Hand-drawn 7.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.4%

  35. #35 Obsidian Legion
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Palisade Games
    Windows

    Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Souls-like 31.1%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, Platformer 7%

  36. #36 Akatori
    75% 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 29.3%, Souls-like 25.8%, Platformer 10.3%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

  37. #37 Tairo: Lost In Time
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Philuma
    Windows

    Tairo: Lost In Time is a 3D stylized metroidvania following Tairo, a young time weaver lost in a forgotten realm. Explore a big lively world, full with mysteries to solve, wide range of bosses, creatures and forgotten knights. Shape your journey downwards, manipulating time to reveal your past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Souls-like 39.4%, Platformer 5.9%, Action-Adventure 4.1%, Indie 2.7%

  38. #38 Runic Curse Remastered
    74% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Alexey Suslin
    Windows

    Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Souls-like 30.6%, Platformer 8.7%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Action-Adventure 5.4%

  39. #39 Shards of Memories
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Iron Twelve Games
    Windows

    Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Souls-like 23.8%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Platformer 8.4%

  40. #40 Omen Fall
    73% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: WITCHCRAFT VIDEO GAME Ltd.
    Windows

    Omen Fall is an action-packed, story-driven fantasy adventure game that draws players into a past woven with forgotten agreements. Fight against the darkness in this 2D metroidvania experience presented with pixel art graphics.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 22.7%, Lore-Rich 11.8%, Platformer 9.1%, Side Scroller 6.8%

  41. #41 Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU
    72% matchVery Positive83% of 929 reviews2024
    Dev: Surgent StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Lore-Rich 11.7%, Platformer 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

  42. #42 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    71% 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 29.8%, Souls-like 22.2%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 10.2%, Anime 7.8%

  43. #43 Hollow Knight
    73% 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 37.6%, Souls-like 26.9%, Platformer 11.4%, 2D 4.1%, Side Scroller 4%

  44. #44 Anokye
    70% 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 39.9%, Souls-like 29.7%, Platformer 9.6%, Indie 4.5%, 2D 4.4%

  45. #45 Umbra Sepulcri
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dead Pixel Games
    Windows

    You are a necromancer. The souls of the dead are your weapon. Push the limits of your combat skills in this story-driven, action packed Metroidvania. Enter in a dark world, where the sun's rays no longer heat up and evil creatures roam free in the night.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Souls-like 24.6%, Side Scroller 10%, Lore-Rich 8.6%, Platformer 8%

  46. #46 Templar 2
    71% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2024
    Dev: Estudio 2Pastores
    Windows · Linux

    Templar 2 is a 2D indie action platform game. Immerse yourself in the darkest, scariest and bloodiest Middle Ages. A story told in comic format, and with spectacular dubbing.

    Why similar: Souls-like 26.2%, Metroidvania 20.6%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 6.3%, Action-Adventure 6.2%

  47. #47 Salt and Sanctuary
    72% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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 50%, Metroidvania 26.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%, Platformer 6.2%, Side Scroller 3.8%

  48. #48 Afterimage
    69% 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 29.3%, Souls-like 22%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Lore-Rich 10.3%, Platformer 8.3%

  49. #49 Aeterna Lucis
    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
    Windows

    Aeterna Lucis is the highly anticipated sequel to Aeterna Noctis. Following the gameplay steps of the first entry in the series, Aeterna Lucis is a Metroidvania that combines fast-paced combat, a large interconnected map, secret hunting, optional challenges, and a rich and deep story.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Souls-like 23.4%, Platformer 11.3%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

  50. #50 Unbound: Worlds Apart
    70% 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 29.8%, Souls-like 15.1%, Platformer 14.6%, Side Scroller 12%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%

  51. #51 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
    69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Ongar Studio
    Windows

    2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Souls-like 28.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Anime 6.5%

  52. #52 Blasphemous
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 62,190 reviews2019
    Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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 38.8%, Souls-like 29.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%, Lore-Rich 6.7%, Platformer 6.1%

  53. #53 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
    68% 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 29.1%, Souls-like 27.1%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

  54. #54 SHADE Protocol
    67% 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 35.1%, Souls-like 30.8%, Platformer 12.9%, Side Scroller 6.2%, 2D 4.6%

  55. #55 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
    65% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2026
    Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
    Windows

    A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Souls-like 28%, Platformer 8.7%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Dark Fantasy 8%

  56. #56 Briar Flame
    65% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2026
    Dev: HappyDoodz Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Souls-like 31.8%, Platformer 8.5%, Hand-drawn 7.3%, Action-Adventure 5.6%

  57. #57 Being and Becoming
    67% 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 35.7%, Souls-like 28.6%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%

  58. #58 Lillusion
    67% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: The Night Owls
    Windows

    An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Souls-like 27.8%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Anime 4.8%

  59. #59 WarriOrb: Prologue
    68% 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 28.8%, Souls-like 27.1%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%

  60. #60 Tartapolis
    68% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2021
    Dev: Fusion Studios
    Windows

    Explore a huge metropolis full of dark corners, aware technology and shady characters. Fight your way through, as you evolve your fighting skills, acquire and upgrade weapons, tune up bots and complete side quests as you discover the true face of the city!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 24.1%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 6.5%

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