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  1. #1 Pseudoregalia
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 17,681 reviews2023
    Dev: rittzler
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, 3D Platformer 23.3%, Female Protagonist 12%, Surreal 9.6%, Exploration 8%

  2. #2 ANIMAL WELL
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 23,519 reviews2024
    Dev: Billy BassoPub: Bigmode
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Puzzle Platformer 18.9%, Exploration 10.2%, Surreal 9%, Puzzle 8%

  3. #3 Hollow Knight: Silksong
    95% matchVery Positive89% of 400,178 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 35.1 hrsMean: 45.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.6%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Exploration 10.2%, Atmospheric 6.5%, Story Rich 4.9%

  4. #4 Iconoclasts
    96% 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 40.9%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Puzzle Platformer 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Story Rich 4.9%

  5. #5 Phoenotopia: Awakening
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 2,763 reviews2021
    Dev: Cape Cosmic
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Puzzle Platformer 22.8%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Female Protagonist 5.7%, Pixel Graphics 5%

  6. #6 Fearmonium
    94% matchVery Positive85% of 544 reviews2021
    Dev: Redblack Spade
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Fearmonium is a psychedelic metroidvania where suspense intertwines with humour. Beginning the game as an unpleasant memory, you must progress and become a true phobia by breaking through all boundaries to uncover the most hidden corners of Max's mind.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.9%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Atmospheric 7.6%, Story Rich 6.5%

  7. #7 UNBEATABLE
    92% matchVery Positive92% of 5,540 reviews2025
    Dev: D-CELL GAMESPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    UNBEATABLE is a rhythm adventure where music is illegal and you do crimes. Follow the story of Beat and her band on the run, in a narrative experience full of big emotions powered by arcade-flawless rhythm gameplay.

    Why similar: Rhythm 39.7%, Music 31.9%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Exploration 6.9%, Story Rich 5.1%

  8. #8 Hailing from the Abyss
    93% matchMostly Positive72% of 90 reviews2024
    Dev: Jiwoo LeePub: Next in Game
    Windows

    Hailing From the Abyss is a rhythm game with a unique duel setup. Beat powerful enemies in rhythmic battles by using consumables, acquiring power-ups, and skill. Guide Suri while she faces her past memories in style and rhythm!

    Why similar: Rhythm 37.1%, Music 33.3%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Cute 5.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

  9. #9 Touhou Luna Nights
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,634 reviews2019
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Exploration 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  10. #10 Axiom Verge
    91% 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 77.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Exploration 5.8%, Atmospheric 3.1%, Action 2.9%

  11. #11 Noreya: The Gold Project
    89% matchVery Positive84% of 158 reviews2024
    Dev: DreamirlPub: PixelHeart
    Windows · Linux

    Venture into a frenetic metroidvania and take part in a fight between divinities where you will have to choose between Corrupting Gold and Purifying Light to achieve your ends.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Puzzle Platformer 20.2%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Exploration 9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

  12. #12 DreamWatcher
    90% matchVery Positive84% of 74 reviews2020
    Dev: Class of 2019-2020Pub: Campus ADN
    Windows

    Welcome to the Great Library of Dreams, where chaos has just been unleashed! Play as The Agent in this fantasy 3D Metroidvania filled to the brim with surprising secrets, daring traversal, confounding puzzles and menacing monkeys. Rid the library of the creatures wreaking havoc and bring back order!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Puzzle Platformer 17.3%, 3D Platformer 16.6%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Exploration 7.7%

  13. #13 Sonority
    89% matchVery Positive89% of 120 reviews2022
    Dev: Hanging Gardens InteractivePub: Application Systems Heidelberg
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Sonority is an innovative music puzzle adventure set in a lovingly designed, fascinating world. Play as Esther and discover the rockery, a place full of music and unique puzzle mechanics.

    Why similar: Music 44.3%, Puzzle 11.6%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Exploration 9.6%, Atmospheric 7.4%

  14. #14 Gato Roboto
    88% 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 66.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Cute 6%, Exploration 5.8%, Action 4.5%

  15. #15 Songbird Symphony
    87% matchVery Positive90% of 680 reviews2019
    Dev: Joysteak StudiosPub: PQube
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Musical Metroidvania, with pixel art to die for. Guide orphaned chick 'Birb', on a platform adventure, as he faces off against the denizens of the forest in rhythm-action boss battles. Acclaimed for its gorgeous animation, and heart-warming storytelling, as Birb strives to discover his true origins.

    Why similar: Rhythm 22%, Metroidvania 20.7%, Music 18.3%, Puzzle Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 5.8%

  16. #16 TEVI
    86% matchVery Positive89% of 3,852 reviews2023
    Dev: CreSpirit
    Windows
    Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.2%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Story Rich 6.5%

  17. #17 Haiku, the Robot
    85% 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 48.8%, Exploration 13.2%, Atmospheric 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Cute 7.4%

  18. #18 Melatonin
    84% matchVery Positive94% of 7,961 reviews2022
    Dev: Half Asleep
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Melatonin is a rhythm game about dreams and reality merging together. It uses animations and sound cues to keep you on beat without any intimidating overlays or interfaces. Harmonize through a variety of dreamy levels containing surprising challenges, hand-drawn art, and vibrant music.

    Why similar: Rhythm 55.4%, Music 23.4%, Surreal 7.5%, Cute 7%, Puzzle 3.4%

  19. #19 MIO: Memories in Orbit
    82% 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 57.2%, Exploration 15.7%, Action-Adventure 13%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Indie 2%

  20. #20 Blue Fire
    84% matchVery Positive81% of 3,030 reviews2021
    Dev: Robi StudiosPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, 3D Platformer 18%, Surreal 10.1%, Exploration 8.7%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

  21. #21 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 48.6%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Exploration 9.4%, Atmospheric 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  22. #22 Rift of the NecroDancer
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 5,345 reviews2025
    Dev: Brace Yourself GamesPub: Klei Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    The NecroDancer's back in an all-new rhythm game! Dragged into a strange new world, Cadence must engage in musical combat with monsters surging through the Rift! Face pulse-pounding Rhythm Rifts where every beat is a battle, all set to an original soundtrack by Danny Baranowsky & friends.

    Why similar: Rhythm 66.3%, Music 21.7%, Female Protagonist 6.8%, Cute 2%, Action 1.3%

  23. #23 Defy Gravity Extended
    82% matchVery Positive86% of 8,545 reviews2016
    Dev: Paul FischPub: Fish Factory Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Defy Gravity is an action platformer that is a mix between classic platforming and gravity based puzzle solving.

    Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 75.9%, Puzzle 11.1%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Indie 2.7%, Action 2.5%

  24. #24 Temple Of Snek
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 173 reviews2023
    Dev: Aetheric GamesPub: Pixeljam
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    A snaky tile-based puzzle dungeon adventure. Defend the temple, monch the infidels, and grow and grow ...and grow?

    Why similar: Rhythm 26.5%, Music 23.1%, Metroidvania 20.3%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Exploration 7%

  25. #25 Distortions
    83% matchMixed59% of 215 reviews2018
    Dev: Among Giants
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Use the power of music to reawaken long forgotten memories in Distortions, a story-driven journey through a world of unparalleled beauty.

    Why similar: Music 34.2%, Female Protagonist 23.6%, Surreal 13.6%, Exploration 8.6%, Atmospheric 7.6%

  26. #26 Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition
    81% matchVery Positive81% of 1,239 reviews2018
    Dev: Long Hat HousePub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 61.9%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Action 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%, Indie 4.5%

  27. #27 Alwa's Legacy
    80% matchVery Positive87% of 611 reviews2020
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Puzzle Platformer 20.2%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Exploration 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

  28. #28 MO:Astray
    79% matchVery Positive92% of 5,025 reviews2019
    Dev: Archpray Inc.Pub: Rayark International Limited
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    MO: Astray is a pixel art, side-scrolling, action-platformer. Lead MO through mind-bending puzzles using special abilities. Bizarre enemies, threatening traps and ingenious level designs await.

    Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 42%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Cute 10.7%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Action 6.9%

  29. #29 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 42.6%, Female Protagonist 14%, Exploration 11.3%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

  30. #30 Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
    76% matchVery Positive80% of 2,037 reviews2024
    Dev: Metamorphosis GamesPub: Fireshine Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Exploration 9.7%, Story Rich 7.4%, Atmospheric 7%

  31. #31 Environmental Station Alpha
    78% 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 71.6%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Exploration 5.3%, Atmospheric 3.8%, Action 3.1%

  32. #32 Matter
    77% matchVery Positive89% of 175 reviews2018
    Dev: Uki Uki Lab
    Windows · Mac

    Dive into a mystical world where gravity crumbles and landscapes transform. Matter is a dreamlike platformer, a contemplative and abstract journey. Explore a strange universe in 30 minutes of serene parkour, where matter and sound harmonize with your actions. A unique sensory experience awaits!

    Why similar: Music 35.8%, Puzzle Platformer 16.7%, Surreal 12.5%, Exploration 10.9%, Atmospheric 8.3%

  33. #33 Auridia
    73% matchVery Positive98% of 144 reviews2025
    Dev: Norseboar Games
    Windows · Mac

    Explore an interconnected world full of platforming challenges in this short metroidvania. Reach new areas by swinging from ceilings, throwing bombs, bouncing off spikes, and more. Examine dozens of artifacts, commune with forgotten gods, and piece together what happened to Auridia.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Exploration 13.4%, Atmospheric 7.8%, Puzzle 7%, Puzzle Platformer 7%

  34. #34 CrossCode
    75% matchVery Positive93% of 17,652 reviews2018
    Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.5%, Puzzle 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Story Rich 9.1%

  35. #35 Lila’s Sky Ark
    75% matchVery Positive88% of 161 reviews2022
    Dev: Monolith of MindsPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 24 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 36%

    Protect a psychedelic world from bizarre beasts and punishing bosses in this poetic mystery filled with secrets, puzzles and music.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, Surreal 12%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Atmospheric 7.7%

  36. #36 Anodyne 2: Return to Dust
    74% matchVery Positive94% of 797 reviews2019
    Dev: Melos Han-TaniPub: Analgesic Productions
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A 3D-2D adventure where you travel a 3D world and explore 2D dungeons inside of its characters' bodies and minds! In an unforgettable, surreal story, travel the world, meet whimsical denizens, and save the world from the dangerous Nano Dust.

    Why similar: Surreal 22.3%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Exploration 13%, Third Person 11.1%, Atmospheric 9.5%

  37. #37 Possessor(s)
    72% matchMostly Positive79% of 451 reviews2025
    Dev: Heart MachinePub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, 3D Platformer 16.8%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Action 5.9%

  38. #38 Gravitia
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 168 reviews2024
    Dev: VuzzlePub: Jungle Game Lab
    Windows

    Gravitia is an adventure game about manipulating gravity to escape a unique world full of mystery.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.8%, Puzzle 23.1%, Exploration 19%, Action-Adventure 17.1%, Adventure 7.2%

  39. #39 Metrico+
    76% matchMostly Positive72% of 218 reviews2016
    Dev: Digital Dreams
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 30 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Explore this unique world of infographics: All the bar charts, line diagrams and pie charts react to what you are doing. Metrico+ is a combination of exploration, skill, experimentation, but most of all: thinking outside of the box. Are you smart enough to solve all the mysteries?

    Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 36.2%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Exploration 14.1%, Puzzle 13.9%, Atmospheric 10.2%

  40. #40 Red Goddess: Inner World
    77% matchMixed51% of 73 reviews2015
    Dev: Yanim Studio
    Windows

    Red Goddess is an action adventure platformer. Explore an epic magical world. Unlock powers of Rage and Fear, and fight deadly enemies in fast paced red & blue combat system

    Why similar: Metroidvania 52.8%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Exploration 15.3%, Action 6.6%, Adventure 6.3%

  41. #41 Etherborn
    74% matchMostly Positive73% of 444 reviews2019
    Dev: Altered MatterPub: Akupara Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Delve into an environmental puzzle platformer built on exploring and understanding gravity-shifting structures. You are a voiceless being that has just been born into a world where a bodiless voice awaits your arrival. Go forth and seek your purpose.

    Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.9%, Music 19.9%, 3D Platformer 18.6%, Puzzle 9%, Atmospheric 7.2%

  42. #42 Awita: Journey of Hope
    71% matchMostly Positive75% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: ant_game_projects
    Windows · Linux

    Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Exploration 11.5%, Atmospheric 7.3%, Cute 6.5%

  43. #43 Anopek
    71% matchVery Positive96% of 81 reviews2021
    Dev: Captain Bear Games
    Windows

    Anopek is a genre mashup of metroidvania and retro first-person shooter. You explore a massive temple, solving ancient puzzles and defeating cunning bosses, all while uncovering the relics of the past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Exploration 12.2%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Cute 8%

  44. #44 FUNKYHEART
    68% matchVery Positive90% of 193 reviews2025
    Dev: juicce
    Windows

    Bunn awakens in a surreal world with no memories of what happened. Bunny Hop through this colorful surreal landscape, explore hidden locations, and uncover the troubling truth about your identity in this 3D platformer.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 24.3%, Surreal 19.3%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Psychological Horror 12.3%, Exploration 10.1%

  45. #45 Frauki's Adventure!
    72% matchMostly Positive76% of 51 reviews2021
    Dev: CLYDE games
    Windows · Linux

    Frauki's Adventure is a challenging melee-combat platformer set in a large, interconnected world. Dodge, slash, stomp, and outplay a variety of intelligent and deadly Alien Robots. Discover shortcuts and find hidden upgrades. Challenging sword-fights and a sprawling, bizarre world await!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 58.3%, Exploration 16.1%, Cute 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Action 4.1%

  46. #46 Chronicles of Teddy
    73% matchMixed70% of 330 reviews2015
    Dev: StorybirdPub: LookAtMyGame
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Chronicles of Teddy : Harmony of Exidus is a 2D Adventure / Action game with a Pixel Art Retro finish. Help Tarant in a quest, in which you will have to fight, use your sense of direction and hearing to accomplish your mission.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Music 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%, Exploration 4.4%

  47. #47 Faerie Afterlight
    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 102 reviews2023
    Dev: Clay Game StudioPub: Mastiff
    Windows

    Embark on an enchanting adventure in this breathtaking 2D Metroidvania game inspired by the rich folklore of Indonesia. Control Kimo and Wispy as they seek to recover the Shards of Light. Manipulate terrain to solve puzzles, befriend the natives of Lumina, and take abilities from powerful titans.✨

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Puzzle Platformer 15.6%, Surreal 12.2%, Exploration 9.2%, Action-Adventure 9%

  48. #48 Subway Midnight
    70% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,242 reviews2021
    Dev: Bubby DarkstarPub: Aggro Crab
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Board the train! Run away from a weirdo! Solve some puzzles! Make friends with some ghosts! Try not to become a ghost yourself!

    Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.2%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Exploration 14.2%, Puzzle 11.6%, Atmospheric 11.5%

  49. #49 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
    66% 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 59.1%, Exploration 14.8%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Adventure 4.4%, Cute 3.3%

  50. #50 Alice Escaped!
    69% matchVery Positive83% of 328 reviews2023
    Dev: illuCalabPub: Sekai Project
    Windows

    Explore the stylish world of Wonderland with Usada and Kotora as they search for a mysterious girl named Alice! A Metroidvania action game with a rich, exhilarating battle system all wrapped up in cuteness!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Atmospheric 9.4%, Cute 9.1%

  51. #51 Alwa's Awakening
    71% matchVery Positive80% of 909 reviews2017
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 69%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Adventure 3.7%, Indie 2.8%

  52. #52 Sephonie
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 299 reviews2022
    Dev: Melos Han-TaniPub: Analgesic Productions
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    In this 3D, story-driven platforming adventure, explore an uninhabited island's massive cave network. Learn about the heroes' psyches as you explore lush caverns, subterranean oceans, and surreal cityscapes, all while meeting surprising creatures! By Anodyne & Angeline Era's devs!

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 31.3%, Surreal 20%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Atmospheric 9.5%, Story Rich 8.3%

  53. #53 Anodyne
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 1,586 reviews2013
    Dev: Melos Han-TaniPub: Analgesic Productions
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A 2D action-adventure through a surreal, subconscious world. Explore moody dungeons, buildings, and atmospheric lands, evoked by dreamy music and visuals. Help the human Young awaken from their dream!

    Why similar: Surreal 30.8%, Action-Adventure 19.2%, Exploration 18.3%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

  54. #54 Worldless
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,547 reviews2023
    Dev: Noname StudiosPub: Coatsink
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Worldless is a stylised 2D platformer with a unique combat system and a mind-bending interpretative narrative. Players embark on a journey of self-growth and understanding, pushing the limits of their nature in a newly born and abstract universe.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53%, Female Protagonist 20.7%, Stylized 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Action 4.2%

  55. #55 Eternity Egg
    65% matchVery Positive83% of 546 reviews2025
    Dev: USERLANDS
    Windows

    Chaotic adventure-platformer with bouncy movement, grotesque characters & high-energy trance music.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, 3D Platformer 21.2%, Surreal 17.3%, Exploration 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.7%

  56. #56 Beats Warrior: Nian
    69% matchVery Positive86% of 50 reviews2019
    Dev: Liujiajun
    Windows

    "Beats Warrior: Nian" is a strange rhythm action adventure game. The story tells that Nian and Bao never miss the adventure! Nian will use special beat combat techniques to defeat creatures and bosses in several worlds.

    Why similar: Rhythm 43.2%, Music 28.4%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Action 7%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

  57. #57 Grapple Force Rena
    68% matchVery Positive94% of 143 reviews2018
    Dev: Friend & FairyPub: GalaxyTrail
    Windows · Linux

    Swing, climb, grab, and throw in this action platformer where you can grapple anywhere! Using Rena's magic bracelets, hook onto any surface to swing wherever you like, or grab your foes to send them hurtling into each other!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 47.2%, Action 26.2%, Indie 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%

  58. #58 Dungeons of Hinterberg
    63% matchVery Positive94% of 3,016 reviews2024
    Dev: Microbird GamesPub: Curve Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Discover the magic and lore of the Alps in this acclaimed Action Adventure. Forge relationships with locals to help you solve puzzles, battle monsters and uncover secrets of the legendary Dungeons of Hinterberg!

    Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.2%, Female Protagonist 16%, Exploration 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Puzzle 11.3%

  59. #59 Tadpole Treble
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 284 reviews2016
    Dev: BitFinityPub: BitFinity, Sunken Treasure Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Embark on a thrilling adventure through sheet music in Tadpole Treble! Escape predatory piranhas, flirtatious tadpoles and more as you make your way back home. Shoot for the top of the leaderboards, or create your own stages and music in Composition Mode!

    Why similar: Music 81.2%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 6.1%, Indie 4.8%

  60. #60 Beat Souls
    67% matchMostly Positive77% of 79 reviews2021
    Dev: Zoo Corporation
    Windows

    Dive into the cyberpop world of Beat Souls! Dodge and dance your way to a high-score in this intense rhythm action game.

    Why similar: Rhythm 35%, Music 31.9%, Surreal 12%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Cute 6.3%

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