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  1. #1 The Throne
    97% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2024
    Dev: BeByte Tecnología
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    "The Throne" is a medieval adventure in true Metroidvania style. Get lost in a huge castle with 2.5D pixel art environments and increase your power with new abilities you find along the way. Fight fearsome bosses and navigate dangerous traps to make your way to the throne room!

    Why similar: 2.5D 26.3%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Exploration 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7%

  2. #2 We're Closed Sorry
    96% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2023
    Dev: GUMBO DAY
    Windows

    We're closed sorry is a metroidvania in which the player controls both a titular hero traversing the interior of a retro supermarket store and the owner of the store. Immerse in an action-adventure while combating bugs, finding secrets, and becoming a dreamt hero.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, 2.5D 29.4%, Old School 11.3%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Adventure 7.3%

  3. #3 HYPERWORLD (Working Title)
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: fluddformat
    Windows · Mac

    Far away, a strange world awaits you. Explore a vast network of rooms and paths, unlock new abilities, solve mysteries, make friends, discover secrets, and more in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.

    Why similar: 2.5D 28.3%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Cute 8%, Exploration 7.9%, Colorful 7.1%

  4. #4 The Darkest Tales — Into the Nightmare
    95% matchVery Positive85% of 1,880 reviews2021
    Dev: Trinity TeamPub: 101XP
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    When a nightmare creeps into reality, the only ones that can help are those whose magical powers we’ve believed in since childhood. A brave teddy bear and his fairy sidekick head to the darker side of “happily ever after” to rescue his owner, Alicia.

    Why similar: 2.5D 24.1%, Metroidvania 21.8%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Cute 8.7%, Exploration 8.3%

  5. #5 Wild Chorus
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Habitat Games
    Windows

    An adventure game where you play musical instruments instead of swinging swords. Explore the Wilds to gather adorable Sound Sprites, cut through the looming Silence, and rebuild the soundtrack of this hand-illustrated world in whatever way you see fit. No musical ability required!

    Why similar: 2.5D 24.2%, Metroidvania 20.9%, Adventure 11.9%, Exploration 11.9%, Story Rich 9.4%

  6. #6 Him
    94% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: Gumbo Day
    Windows

    Thousands of spaceships entered the galaxy to mine what does not belong to them! Him is a third person casual game where the player runs and jump between home planets to destroy the invading space pirates and their spaceships under a limited time before they mine the lands.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, 2.5D 14.8%, Old School 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Adventure 10%

  7. #7 Grapixo Arte em Guerra
    93% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Akyoma StudioPub: MIRA AÇU
    Windows

    Scratch in a 2.5D world that blends hip hop aesthetics with action/platforming, where urban art has come to life. Explore dynamic environments, face cleaning robots, and uncover secrets of this vibrant world as you reclaim your identity in this intense and colorful adventure.

    Why similar: 2.5D 33.8%, Metroidvania 32.9%, Adventure 8.5%, Platformer 7.4%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

  8. #8 Reclamation
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hat Hair Games
    Windows

    A quirky claymation metroidvania

    Why similar: 2.5D 29%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Adventure 14.1%, Exploration 12%, Cute 9.7%

  9. #9 Goo Keeper
    91% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
    Dev: Oria Games Inc.
    Windows

    Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Old School 13.9%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Cute 11.3%, Exploration 10.6%

  10. #10 Arrow Hood
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Insane Squad Games
    Windows

    Unleash your destiny in a medieval fantasy open world realm. Battle through fierce foes in this top-down action-adventure with metroidvania elements. Be part of the rise of the Kingdom!

    Why similar: 2.5D 23.9%, Metroidvania 19.7%, Cute 13.1%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Story Rich 9.5%

  11. #11 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
    89% 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 35.6%, Exploration 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Old School 11.1%, Adventure 11%

  12. #12 Rog & Roll
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Punch the Moon
    Windows · Mac

    Rog & Roll is a fast-paced, fluid 2.5D platformer from a new perspective. Control a tiny enemy monster named Rog on a quest to save his fellow minions! Rocket through levels using Rog's roll ability, or hunt for secrets and unlock hidden paths!

    Why similar: 2.5D 37.9%, Old School 15.3%, Cute 12.3%, Colorful 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  13. #13 Dream
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: R-Next
    Windows

    Dream is a 2.5D adventure where Luna explores the dream world while conquering dreamlike mazes by rotating the environments to uncover poem fragments and memories of her late father, seeking the warmth of his lost embrace through non-linear puzzle-solving.

    Why similar: 2.5D 39.4%, Relaxing 17.3%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, Exploration 13.3%, Adventure 9.7%

  14. #14 The Little Brave
    88% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2025
    Dev: Dmitrii Batov
    Windows

    Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!

    Why similar: 2.5D 30.8%, Metroidvania 26.4%, Action-Adventure 13%, Cute 10.7%, Colorful 7.8%

  15. #15 Dust Bunny
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: eggbread
    Windows

    Dust Bunny is a relaxing cleaning game where you explore a mysterious abandoned mansion. Upgrade your tools, discover strange secrets, and unlock unique areas.

    Why similar: Relaxing 23.5%, Cute 15.6%, Exploration 15.5%, Old School 14.4%, Adventure 11.3%

  16. #16 Kube
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Rémi Fusade
    Windows

    Kube is a 2D platformer where you'll have to think in 3D. Your perspective will change, but remember: gravity always pushes downward! Run, jump, and swim around a multitude of cubes. Meet creatures, avoid traps and solve puzzles in this game where each world you visit introduces fresh new mechanics.

    Why similar: 2.5D 33.5%, Metroidvania 13.1%, Exploration 11.2%, Relaxing 9.7%, Cute 8.8%

  17. #17 Blightseeker
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hypernoodle Games
    Windows

    Jump and dash through unknown, labyrinthine worlds in this VR adventure. Fight back against maddened creatures, or cure them of the blight that fuels their rage. Collect treasures, tools, and powers as you search for the source of this ancient ill, and decide whether to quell or unleash it.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Adventure 12.6%, Exploration 11.6%, Cute 10%, Platformer 7.9%

  18. #18 Dismantled Director's Cut
    85% matchMostly Positive76% of 59 reviews2022
    Dev: Productions Pluie De Sang
    Windows

    Experience the game in its best form with the Director's Cut Edition. New graphics, new enemies, more weapons, more blood...

    Why similar: 2.5D 25%, Metroidvania 25%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Exploration 10.9%, Adventure 8.4%

  19. #19 Conbunn Cardboard
    84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 511 reviews2023
    Dev: Keiby
    Windows

    A chill and cozy platformer. Hop around collecting the lost CDs of a cute DJ in this land made of cardboard!

    Why similar: 2.5D 37.3%, Relaxing 15.3%, Cute 14%, Adventure 8.4%, Colorful 7.7%

  20. #20 Simona's Requiem
    84% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2021
    Dev: Team Simona
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Simona's Requiem is a retro-styled platformer Inspired by old action-adventure games but with a modern touch. Pick up the scythe as Simona and slash your way to the Fisher King who has hidden behind the moon.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Relaxing 11.2%, Exploration 11.1%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Old School 10.5%

  21. #21 Havoc Fox
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Havoc Studios
    Windows

    Take control of a sword-wielding fox and a dragon/owl duo to fight your way through the fantasy kingdom of Vanalia and stop its tyrant monarch! Havoc Fox is a combat-based action platformer featuring an unlikely partnership tasked with saving their home from its own corrupted protectors.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Old School 12.4%, Cute 10.8%, Adventure 8.7%

  22. #22 Wizarducks and the Lost Hat
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Alexandre MuninPub: Duckling Games
    Windows · Linux

    Have daily adventures in dungeons and exploring unmapped areas, some far away, some hidden in your own home. Cast spells to fight enemies and to solve puzzles blocking your way. Befriend the villagers, help them decorate the town. Oh, and pet your magic dog, he likes it.

    Why similar: 2.5D 43%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, Cute 15.6%, Old School 9.5%, Adventure 8.2%

  23. #23 Frog's Adventure
    82% matchVery Positive100% of 225 reviews2023
    Dev: Sokpop Collective
    Windows · Mac

    You're a frog who just got given a brain! 🐸 Point-and-click your way through a hand-drawn world and solve puzzles, collect items and talk to other hexed animals. . . Can you lift the curse?

    Why similar: 2.5D 28.9%, Metroidvania 18.9%, Exploration 10.8%, Cute 10.4%, Relaxing 10.2%

  24. #24 Trapers Platformer
    81% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2023
    Dev: molamucho.com
    Windows · Linux

    Story driven Metroidvania-ish challenging platformer with cute hand-drawn graphics and a focus on exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Exploration 13.9%, Cute 11.7%, Story Rich 9.2%, Old School 7.7%

  25. #25 Tomba! Special Edition
    79% matchVery Positive89% of 712 reviews2024
    Dev: Limited Run Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    In Tomba! Special Edition, leap, bite, and throw your way across stunning 2.5D landscapes in this vastly-enhanced update to a platforming classic!

    Why similar: 2.5D 37.5%, Old School 17.7%, Metroidvania 16.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Retro 8.2%

  26. #26 Between Worlds
    81% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Pletenica Studios
    Windows

    MAT is a young boy trapped in a school he barely recognises. Help him in the search for answers, shifting between worlds, uncovering new challenges, creatures, and abilities in each of them. Explore a narrative platformer inspired by the metroidvania genre, made by friends for friends.

    Why similar: 2.5D 24.1%, Metroidvania 23.9%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Retro 9.8%, Exploration 9.5%

  27. #27 Astro To The Rescue
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BlazeGames
    Windows · Mac

    Astro to the Rescue is an adventure game where you play as an astronaut stranded on floating islands. Rescue the Lumis from the Shadows through thrilling levels, uncover power-ups, and overcome challenges. Navigate unknown terrain and become the hero this alien world needs.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Relaxing 12.3%, Cute 10.7%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Exploration 9.7%

  28. #28 Orin
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jumit
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Orin is a fast-paced metroidvania inspired by the story of a valiant warrior in the enchanting Eldoria. Explore mighty ruins, fight malevolent enemies, and forge unexpected alliances in this captivating world.

    Why similar: 2.5D 25.8%, Metroidvania 24.2%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Exploration 10.2%, Adventure 9.3%

  29. #29 F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
    78% matchVery Positive87% of 6,949 reviews2021
    Dev: TiGamesPub: Astrolabe Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, 2.5D 15.3%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Exploration 9.3%, Story Rich 9%

  30. #30 ITORAH
    78% matchMostly Positive74% of 886 reviews2022
    Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, 2.5D 20.6%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Exploration 9.9%, Colorful 8%

  31. #31 House Of Decay
    77% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: White Box
    Windows

    House Of Decay - PS1/PSX inspired 3d platformer metroidvania with collectathon elements. Travel through the world of demons, search for secrets and new abilities, unlock shortcuts, looking for pets and fight with cute monsters💖Add to wishlist now!💖

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Old School 11.7%, Exploration 9.2%, Cute 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

  32. #32 The Elementum
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Baturalp ÖZMEN
    Windows

    Tactical combat powered by combo-based spellcasting and elemental reactions. Explore, grow stronger, and unlock sealed-off areas.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Story Rich 11.6%, Exploration 11.5%, 2.5D 11.2%

  33. #33 The Ramsey
    76% matchVery Positive93% of 67 reviews2023
    Dev: IKINAGAMES
    Windows

    The Ramsey is a 2D platformer that allows you to play as cute squirrel characters solving puzzles using various weapons. Explore maze-like islands and overcome difficult obstacles with the strongest squirrels in the universe.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Exploration 11.5%, Cute 10.8%, Adventure 10.6%

  34. #34 Ayna: Shattered Truth
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: designmatic
    Windows

    Become water. Be shapeless, be formless, be fluid. All living things are from water and you can transform water into what it needs to be. Dive into this newly crafted fairytale and take on the journey of finding your place in this 2.8D Metroidvania fantasy world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, 2.5D 27.5%, Exploration 11.4%, Story Rich 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

  35. #35 Pippin's Mysterious Garden
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wild Lantern Studio, LLC
    Windows

    Explore the whimsical world of Pippin in this short, 2D adventure and exploration game. Traverse a wild garden, uncover secrets, discover treasures, and meet adorable NPCs in this enchanting storybook world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Relaxing 14.8%, Cute 13.5%, Exploration 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

  36. #36 Kong: Survivor Instinct
    74% matchMostly Positive76% of 345 reviews2024
    Dev: 7Levels
    Windows

    When giant monsters fight, no one’s safe. Embark on a thrilling quest of survival in a city that’s become a battleground for Titans. Use the lethal strength of Kong and other monsters to your own advantage in this official Monsterverse game set shortly after the events of Godzilla vs. Kong.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2.5D 23.2%, Exploration 11.9%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Story Rich 7.9%

  37. #37 Metasweeper
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Adrian Marple
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Metasweeper is a one of a kind minesweeper adventure game. Explore a land full of strange life, finding new abilities that unlock new areas and fully complement basic minesweeper clearing and flagging.

    Why similar: Exploration 20.8%, Action-Adventure 18.7%, Cute 17.1%, Relaxing 15.2%, Adventure 10.6%

  38. #38 Florarium
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Melting Caramel
    Windows

    Florarium is a Metroidvania game focused on exploration and battle. Explore the mysterious world full of unexpected secrets. Battle fierce enemies with your bow. Choose your own path to your goddess in the vast, interconnected world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, Exploration 13.9%, Story Rich 11.7%, Cute 11.1%, Platformer 8.2%

  39. #39 Reso-Seeker
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ralta Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Resort adventure of exploration, life-sim and a little action. Your guide is in-game "Brochure" filled with map and activities. Check them off as you go. Learn new skills to unlock new areas. Days at the waterpark, nights at the hotel lounge. No enemies. Just your own pace. A cozy Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Action-Adventure 15%, Exploration 12.3%, Relaxing 11.3%, Cute 11.1%

  40. #40 Nothing Left: Give Up
    74% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: WU HONG LIN
    Windows

    Legend has it that in the far east, there is a golden tree that produces golden fruits, and there are constantly explorers embarking on this arduous and challenging journey in search of the legendary golden tree. Explorers please be careful of the rough sea, once stepped into will never be recovered

    Why similar: 2.5D 48.4%, Adventure 21.4%, Action-Adventure 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  41. #41 Havenlocked
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Achromi
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Stranded in a strange tropical paradise, you must find a way to escape, but things may be deeper than they seem. Havenlocked is a 1bit top-down adventure focusing on item-based exploration of two intertwined worlds! Explore and uncover the many secrets of the haven and its abyss.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Exploration 11.1%, Cute 10.8%, Relaxing 10.8%

  42. #42 Orava
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LoLoimu
    Windows

    Orava is a point and click style 2.5D adventure puzzle game controlled by keyboard about a squirrel who wants to find their nut. Explore the mysterious forest, pick up items, solve puzzles and ask strange characters whether or not they have seen your precious nut. A charming, hand-painted adventure.

    Why similar: 2.5D 39.9%, Adventure 14.7%, Exploration 12.1%, Cute 11.6%, Old School 9.9%

  43. #43 lost bits
    71% matchVery Positive99% of 72 reviews2023
    Dev: Studio Mabbit
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A 2.5D retro platformer where you join M1L0 on his quest for the Great Legume.

    Why similar: 2.5D 28.5%, Old School 24.9%, Colorful 10.8%, Adventure 9.5%, Cute 8.4%

  44. #44 Lone Fungus
    71% matchVery Positive84% of 1,139 reviews2023
    Dev: BASTI GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Old School 12.7%, Colorful 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Exploration 8.6%

  45. #45 Lion Quest Infinity
    73% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Dracula's Cave
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Jethro the Lion and friends steal a magic grandfather clock and embark on an unforgettable adventure. Are they here to save the universe, or is it simply a marketing ploy constructed as part of an elaborate book tour?

    Why similar: 2.5D 29.2%, Relaxing 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Exploration 10.5%, Cute 10.4%

  46. #46 Super Candle World
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: François Mauxion
    Windows

    An Old-School Collectathon in a cute colorfull world! Leap into this 3D Platformer that rekindles your collect-a-thon nostalgia, and enjoy the bright and light fun of exploration! Run, jump, and fly through this world to gather all the golden cookies for the wicked Candle King!

    Why similar: Old School 23.4%, Cute 14%, Exploration 12.2%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Relaxing 9.9%

  47. #47 Sunfluffs
    68% matchVery Positive100% of 57 reviews2025
    Dev: Nuclear Strawberry
    Windows

    Exist in the world as a queer little animal. Toss berries at grumpy critters to cheer them up, and try your best to help out the mysterious Lightbearer!

    Why similar: 2.5D 26.2%, Metroidvania 17.4%, Exploration 13%, Colorful 10.5%, Cute 9.7%

  48. #48 Esquire Robo
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SolidFrogLLC
    Windows

    "When her friend vanishes on a distant planet, a lone android uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not just the colony, but the fate of the entire universe."

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, 2.5D 22.1%, Story Rich 12.6%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

  49. #49 Kochu's Dream
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2021
    Dev: Sokpop Collective
    Windows · Mac

    A 3d bug adventure game 🐜🐛🐞 Run, jump and shoot while you chase an elusive fairy . . . Can you turn back into a human?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Exploration 9.8%, Cute 9.8%, Adventure 8%

  50. #50 A Resistência de Gaia
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Cinema Nosso
    Windows

    An elemental spirit on a mission to cool a boiling planet. Plant green roofs, battle eco-fascist robots, and wield nature's powers in a 2.5D action-adventure with tower defense and environmental management. Earth's last hope against the climate crisis.

    Why similar: 2.5D 44.8%, Adventure 19.5%, Action-Adventure 19.3%, Exploration 16%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  51. #51 Tater Spud
    70% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
    Dev: Nate DeHart
    Windows

    Explore, fight, and platform through a world of deadly plants as a lone potato, Tater Spud, in search of powerups and the answers behind the flora that was once safe.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Cute 12%, Exploration 12%, Action-Adventure 12%, Old School 7.3%

  52. #52 Arishia Tale
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AchuGamesStudio
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in an exciting anime-style metroidvania, where each skill unlocks new areas and secrets on the vast map. Face powerful bosses, acquire unique abilities, and uncover hidden mysteries in this ever-evolving world, all with traditional anime-inspired animation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, 2.5D 25.2%, Exploration 12.1%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Story Rich 7.3%

  53. #53 Places To Go
    69% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Ice Turtle Studios
    Windows

    There are many places to go! And there is an eye watching you. Travel around in this adventure game overcoming obstacles such as monsters and puzzles!

    Why similar: 2.5D 29.8%, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Adventure 16.5%, Retro 11.4%, Exploration 10.4%

  54. #54 Garden of Aiden
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Solarpunk Studios
    Windows

    A precision 2D metroidvania where knowledge decays and data is currency. Recover GAIA’s shattered algorithms to restore lost abilities, outmaneuver corrupt AIs and ravenous bugs, and weave through a hand‑crafted techno‑organic world of rewarding secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, 2.5D 23.7%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Exploration 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  55. #55 Keena The Voidslayer
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Crowning Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A 2-D action adventure platformer where you can absorb and manipulate things with your friend Moku. You can use different abilities to explore and interact with the world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Cute 13.6%, Exploration 12.4%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Platformer 7.4%

  56. #56 Emiko's Pledge 4
    67% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    Emiko's Pledge 4 is a 2D platform action game based on the story of a half-demon girl called Emiko, who wants to become the best warrior of the Ettaze state and abroad, as well as protect the weak.

    Why similar: Old School 18.6%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Cute 13.4%, Exploration 12.2%, Adventure 9.8%

  57. #57 Relic
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: arrowPub: Tundras Interactive
    Windows

    An action-adventure game, Relic has a unique storyline and environment with a pixel art style.

    Why similar: 2.5D 37.5%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Exploration 14.6%, Story Rich 10.5%, Colorful 7.5%

  58. #58 Puppetmaster
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Gabriel Games LLC
    Windows

    Discover a metroidvania with a huge world, platform-fighter dynamic combat, smart bosses, deep lore, and original music, all made by two brothers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, 2.5D 26%, Story Rich 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10%, Adventure 7.9%

  59. #59 Finding summer
    69% matchMostly Negative38% of 26 reviews2018
    Dev: Vadd gamesPub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows

    Finding summer - a three-dimensional platformer about a kid named Aki, whose nostalgia for the past summer forced him to go on an unforgettable adventure - in search of summer! On the way to his goal, he will meet not only many dangers, but also make new friends.

    Why similar: 2.5D 38.9%, Exploration 9.7%, Cute 9.7%, Adventure 9.2%, Platformer 8.2%

  60. #60 Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo
    63% 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 26%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Exploration 13%, Story Rich 11.7%, Retro 9.5%

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