- #1 Environmental Station Alpha
97% matchVery Positive83% of 1,601 reviews2015
Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Adventure 8%, Platformer 7.5%, Action 7.3%
- #2 Axiom Verge
96% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Platformer 7.1%, Action 6.5%, Indie 6.4%
- #3 入替人-ReplaceR-
95% matchVery Positive86% of 95 reviews2021
Dev: ラルカス
Windows
It's a 2D action shooting adventure game where you switch between multiple guns and use interchangeable gimmicks to try to break through the stages! What awaits you in a mysterious facility in a corner of the universe?
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.9%, Action 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Indie 5.8%, 2D 4.7%
- #4 Inescapable
96% matchMixed40% of 124 reviews2014
Dev: Magnetic Realms
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Unravel the mystery uncovered by a remote interplanetary mining operation. What did they find? What threat does it pose? And ultimately, what does it truly mean to be a hero?
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Adventure 18.3%, Action 16.5%, Indie 15.2%, Platformer 6.6%
- #5 Iconoclasts
94% matchVery Positive86% of 4,919 reviews2018
Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Action 10.6%, Adventure 9.9%, Indie 9.8%
- #6 Metal Bringer
93% matchVery Positive88% of 1,110 reviews2025
Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!
Why similar: Action 61%, Indie 39%
- #7 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.6%, Action 12.5%, Platformer 11%, Indie 9.3%, Adventure 8.4%
- #8 Ghost 1.0
92% matchVery Positive91% of 2,103 reviews2016
Dev: @unepic_franPub: Unepic Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A mysterious agent, capable of becoming a digital ghost, sneaks aboard the Nakamura Space Station. This is where the fun begins: the station is well-protected with its heavy defences, never-ending arsenal of weapons, and mysterious artifacts. It will all have to be destroyed.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.7%, Cyberpunk 13.2%, Action 10.7%, Indie 9.3%, Adventure 8.3%
- #9 LUNARK
91% matchVery Positive88% of 330 reviews2023
Dev: Canari GamesPub: WayForward
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!
Why similar: Cyberpunk 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Action 15%, Platformer 13.9%, Adventure 13.8%
- #10 OUTBUDDIES DX
91% 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 50.4%, Action 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Indie 9.5%, Adventure 9.4%
- #11 MIO: Memories in Orbit
89% matchVery Positive83% of 2,890 reviews2026
Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 65.9%, Platformer 13.3%, Indie 9.8%, Action 6.5%, 2D 4.5%
- #12 Second Stellar
88% matchVery Positive99% of 279 reviews2025
Dev: Pepperlog
Windows
Join the enigmatic Starfarers as they traverse the cosmos in this unique dual-character action roguelite, unraveling the mysteries of their galaxy and beyond in pursuit of the Voyager.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 35.3%, Indie 28.7%, Action 24.3%, 2D 11.7%
- #13 Inexistence
89% matchMixed66% of 371 reviews2016
Dev: Jonathan BRASSAUD
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Discover a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Action 25.4%, Adventure 13.1%, Indie 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #14 Astronite
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Astronite is a 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Recover the planet where you and yours lived before it was invaded by strange creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Adventure 13.1%, Indie 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Action 9.6%
- #15 REPLIKATOR
86% matchVery Positive87% of 126 reviews2022
Dev: R_Games
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
In this twin stick roguelite shooter, you play as one of the galactic mercenaries, explore a mysterious scientific complex and uncover the secret of the REPLIKATOR project.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 49.5%, Adventure 37.9%, 2D 12.6%
- #16 KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX
85% matchVery Positive98% of 82 reviews2023
Dev: Morningstar Game Studio
Windows · Linux
Battle relentless cyborg police in a grim 23rd century dystopia. Experience fast-paced, bloody combat in this retro-inspired beat-em up, action platformer. Recruit comrades and collect upgrades as you traverse hazardous environs to reach KAPITAL and take down the oligarchs in charge!
Why similar: Cyberpunk 29.8%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, Action 21.3%, Platformer 20.1%, 2D 7.1%
- #17 DEVIATOR
84% 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 57.9%, Action 13.8%, Platformer 11.2%, Adventure 8.6%, Indie 6%
- #18 Exographer
84% matchVery Positive95% of 130 reviews2024
Dev: SciFunGamesPub: Abylight Studios
Windows · Mac
Exographer is an exploration game based on science. Become an explorer, stranded in an alien planet, and discover the secrets of an extinct civilization. Gain new powers to avoid dangers and obstacles in your journey, and use your camera to reveal particles and hidden clues.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Adventure 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Platformer 15.6%, Action 11.1%
- #19 Paradox Soul
86% matchMixed43% of 623 reviews2018
Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Paradox Soul is a chilling fight for exploration and survival; a Metroidvania pixel action-shooter hybrid!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Action 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Adventure 11.6%, Platformer 9.3%
- #20 ReSetna
82% matchVery Positive83% of 174 reviews2025
Dev: Today's GamesPub: Module16
Windows
What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.6%, Action 12.4%, Adventure 10.8%, Platformer 10.4%, Indie 9.8%
- #21 BLADECHIMERA
81% matchVery Positive89% of 1,329 reviews2025
Dev: Team LadybugPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore a dark and sinister Osaka as the Demon Hunter Shin. Battle demons, regain lost skills, and uncover the truth of your forgotten past in this exciting occult-inspired cyberpunk metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.7%, Cyberpunk 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Platformer 9.1%, Action 8.8%
- #22 After Death
83% matchVery Positive89% of 166 reviews2017
Dev: After Death Team
Windows
After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48%, Action 13.1%, Adventure 12.5%, Indie 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #23 Metal Unit
82% matchVery Positive83% of 2,864 reviews2021
Dev: JellySnow StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.
Why similar: Action 24.8%, Adventure 19.7%, Metroidvania 19%, Indie 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%
- #24 Hyper Light Drifter
80% matchVery Positive93% of 18,466 reviews2016
Dev: Heart Machine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Pixel Graphics 26.1%, Adventure 15.7%, Action 13.6%, Indie 13%
- #25 Haiku, the Robot
79% matchVery Positive90% of 3,390 reviews2022
Dev: Mister Morris Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Adventure 12.6%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D 3.7%
- #26 Biomass
81% matchVery Positive85% of 104 reviews2020
Dev: Final Scene dev
Windows
Uncover the secrets of the sinking metropolis in this action RPG. Clash beam sabers, or be a gunslinger. Make alliances or go it alone. Your actions have consequences - those whom learn the nature of this world will be able to shape it as they see fit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, Action 19.9%, Indie 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
- #27 Erra: Exordium
79% matchVery Positive84% of 151 reviews2023
Dev: Fair Pixel LLCPub: Kirkidexi LTD
Windows · Linux
Erra: Exordium is a 2D action adventure game in Dieselpunk setting. Explore a world based on Sumerian-Akkadian mythology. Take the role of a scientist who was able to cheat death and fight the rebellious army of mechatrons.
Why similar: Adventure 26.5%, Action 26.3%, Pixel Graphics 24.4%, Indie 15%, 2D 7.8%
- #28 Rebel Transmute
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 272 reviews2024
Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 9.4%, Platformer 9.2%
- #29 Anomaly Agent
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 9,464 reviews2024
Dev: Phew Phew Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
ANOMALY AGENT is a cyberpunk action-adventure featuring fluid combat, a time-bending story, quirky characters and a catchy synthwave soundtrack! Punch or shoot through mobs of enemies, impact the story with your choices and stop the anomalies before the world plunges into chaos!
Why similar: Cyberpunk 42%, Platformer 26.5%, Pixel Graphics 22%, 2D 9.5%
- #30 Dark Light
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 734 reviews2022
Dev: Mirari&Co.
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 44%
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: Metroidvania 45.8%, Cyberpunk 17%, Action 11.8%, Adventure 9.8%, Platformer 8%
- #31 Star Singularity
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 68 reviews2018
Dev: Star Bunny Enterprises
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A space action-adventure unlike any other: navigate your spacecraft through a galactic-scale mystery. Make sure to loot, craft and upgrade your space fleet. Play the story campaign or test your skills in vicious arena modes against AI opponents.
Why similar: Action 32.7%, Adventure 32.4%, Indie 24%, 2D 10.9%
- #32 30XX
74% matchVery Positive91% of 2,738 reviews2023
Dev: Batterystaple Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.
Why similar: Platformer 25.2%, Pixel Graphics 25.1%, Action 22%, Adventure 18.1%, 2D 9.6%
- #33 Axiom Verge 2
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 907 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Action 15.7%, Adventure 13.4%, Platformer 9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
- #34 Metamorfose S
77% matchVery Positive81% of 282 reviews2017
Dev: Andre MonteiroPub: SA Industry
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 29.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Metamorfose S is a 2D action-adventure game with RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.4%, Action 22.2%, Adventure 19.8%, Indie 18.6%
- #35 INAYAH - Life after Gods
74% matchMostly Positive80% of 288 reviews2025
Dev: Exogenesis StudiosPub: Headup
Windows
A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.1%, Cyberpunk 15.5%, Action 14.2%, Platformer 12.2%, 2D 4.4%
- #36 Recompile
76% matchMixed69% of 174 reviews2021
Dev: PhigamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
This atmospheric, Metroidvania hacking adventure lets you take control of a semi-sapient program struggling against deletion. In the sprawling 3D world of a Mainframe, Recompile features intense combat, tight 3D platforming, super-powered abilities and an environmental logic-based hacking mechanic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.1%, Adventure 14.1%, Action 13.3%, Indie 11.5%
- #37 Ghost Song
73% matchVery Positive83% of 1,404 reviews2022
Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.2%, Action 11.6%, Platformer 10.8%, Adventure 9.5%, Indie 8.3%
- #38 Gunbrella
73% matchVery Positive86% of 969 reviews2023
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Uncover the dark secrets of a gritty, tangled metropolis and battle diabolic villains with your trusty Gunbrella, a bulletproof brolly that doubles as a firearm.
Why similar: Platformer 28%, Pixel Graphics 23.3%, Action 20.5%, Adventure 16.9%, 2D 10%
- #39 SELINI
72% matchVery Positive96% of 55 reviews2026
Dev: Cymban
Windows
A wordless metroidvania through fog-covered ruins and the remnants of a lost world. Explore, gain new abilities and uncover meaning without guidance or dialogue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.3%, Action 13.7%, Platformer 13.4%, Adventure 11.6%
- #40 Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet
75% matchVery Positive87% of 891 reviews2012
Dev: Shadow Planet ProductionsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
In this Insanely Twisted, 2-D action-adventure game, explore unique environments and battle bizarre creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.9%, Adventure 12.2%, Action 11.7%, Indie 9.7%, 2D 3.5%
- #41 CYBERMATRIX
72% matchVery Positive90% of 136 reviews2024
Dev: TIM entertainment
Windows
CYBERMATRIX is a fast paced game about movement. A place where the style of your moves really matters.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 34.6%, Action 34%, Platformer 28.4%, Indie 3.1%
- #42 Machine Tower 2984
71% matchVery Positive90% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: 打螺丝游戏工作室
Windows
Machine Tower 2984 is a top-down mechanical fantasy style Roguelike game. You will embark on an adventure in a tower filled with mechanical mechanisms, challenging the five robots that control the machine tower and searching for the huge secrets behind the entire tower.
Why similar: Adventure 43.7%, Action 42.6%, Indie 13.7%
- #43 OVIS LOOP
70% matchVery Positive89% of 1,091 reviews2025
Dev: LIFUEL
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A pixel-art action roguelike with dynamic combat, player-led combo crafting and a post-apocalyptic battle of wolf and lamb. Step into the shoes of the robot-sheep Omega to wield sci-fi weapons and gather evolving skills to protect your flock. Jump into the loop and create a unique combat style.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.1%, Adventure 22.6%, Platformer 21.4%, Action 18.2%, 2D 10.7%
- #44 Genopanic
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 364 reviews2024
Dev: Mobirate
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.6%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Platformer 11.3%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 6.3%
- #45 Enigmoon
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 757 reviews2015
Dev: Tupã Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Metroidvania with challenging puzzles and free exploration as long as you have oxygen.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Indie 34.1%, Platformer 15.4%
- #46 Guns of Fury
69% matchVery Positive88% of 848 reviews2025
Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Platformer 11.6%, Action 8.1%, Indie 7.6%
- #47 Xeodrifter
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 855 reviews2014
Dev: Atooi
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Platformer 10.4%, Action 9.6%, Indie 8.7%
- #48 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
69% matchVery Positive85% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.3%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Action 10.8%, Adventure 10.6%, Platformer 8.9%
- #49 MindSeize
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 305 reviews2020
Dev: Kamina Dimension
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
MindSeize is a 2D Metroidvania game set in a Sci-Fi-universe. Transfer your mind to a robot and rescue your beloved one!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Action 20.8%, Adventure 18.5%, Indie 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #50 PSYCRON
68% matchVery Positive94% of 113 reviews2021
Dev: Mothware
Windows
A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.3%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Platformer 8.6%, Action 8%, Adventure 6.9%
- #51 Hyper Light Breaker
67% matchMixed56% of 3,924 reviews2025
Dev: Heart MachinePub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A brand-new entry in the Hyper Light franchise, Hyper Light Breaker is an open world rogue-like with a unique world fully realized in 3D for the first time.
Why similar: Action 52.6%, Adventure 47.4%
- #52 Gato Roboto
66% matchVery Positive94% of 5,065 reviews2019
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action 10.1%, Indie 9.7%, Adventure 8.4%
- #53 Katanaut
64% matchVery Positive90% of 354 reviews2025
Dev: VoidmawPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows
Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.7%, Adventure 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Action 10.2%
- #54 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 59.5%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Action 13.2%, Platformer 7.5%, 2D 2.8%
- #55 Narvas
69% matchMixed45% of 242 reviews2022
Dev: Stranga GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 26%
Take control of Mace in this local co-op side scrolling platform shooter as you travel from assignment to assignment taking on enemy bots and dangerous bosses on different planets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, Action 13.2%, Adventure 10.7%, Indie 9.4%, Platformer 9%
- #56 Moonlight Pulse
65% matchVery Positive93% of 230 reviews2024
Dev: Seafloor Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Teamwork matters most in this seamless, fantastical metroidvania within a living, breathing world. Realize each character's true potential to take down an invading force of overwhelmingly powerful parasites.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.4%, Action 14%, Platformer 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Adventure 8.5%
- #57 Emberbane
66% matchMixed49% of 95 reviews2026
Dev: Hamlet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.1%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action 12.8%, Adventure 9.3%, Platformer 6.7%
- #58 Signal Decay
68% matchVery Positive82% of 65 reviews2019
Dev: Nela System
Windows · Mac
Assemble a cyber agent team to infiltrate procedurally-generated bases in this co-op stealth roguelike adventure. Master highly tactical combat, a cache of cyber weaponry, and teamwork to save humanity from mind-control.
Why similar: Action 29.9%, Indie 28.7%, Adventure 25.7%, Cyberpunk 15.7%