Games Like Miska's Cave

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 81.8%, Side Scroller 8.6%, 2D 4.9%, Action 3%, Atmospheric 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive 2D souls-like experience, offering deep combat mechanics and a dark, interconnected world.

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: Souls-like 62.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Side Scroller 12.6%, 2D 6.4%, Action 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: It features punishing combat and beautiful pixel art that perfectly mirrors the souls-like intensity of the seed game.

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 71.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Side Scroller 7.6%, 2D 4.5%, Action 4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D action-RPG that emphasizes boss encounters and strategic combat in a side-scrolling environment.

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Souls-like 51.3%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Action 4.5%, Atmospheric 3%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a unique parry-based combat system and a surreal world that rewards careful, strategic play.

Boss Rush: Mythology - This is an action game in which you have to fight various creatures and gods from Greek, Scandinavian, Slavic and Egyptian mythologies.

Why similar: Souls-like 54.7%, Side Scroller 17.6%, PvE 7.1%, Action 6.6%, Hand-drawn 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on the boss-fighting aspect of the seed game, providing intense, concentrated combat challenges.

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: Souls-like 59.9%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, 2D 8.3%, Atmospheric 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of 2D action-adventure that features deep exploration and some of the most rewarding boss combat in the genre.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.9%, Side Scroller 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Magic 8.3%, 2D 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tight, challenging 2D action game with pixel art that captures the same atmosphere and difficulty as Miska's Cave.

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Souls-like 74.7%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, 2D 7.9%, Atmospheric 4.5%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric 2D action-adventure with challenging boss fights and a somber, beautiful aesthetic.

Breadborn is a crazy action game where you command an army of crumb minions that came from very own body. Branches, axes, or a killer mini-gun? It's up to you to decide how to equip your army in order to sow chaos among the peasants and get to the PRINCE himself!

Why similar: Souls-like 48.8%, Beat 'em up 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Casual 6.4%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action game that leans into the souls-like difficulty and exploration themes.

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Souls-like 62.4%, Pixel Graphics 14%, 2D 9.1%, Action 6.8%, Atmospheric 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action-roguelite that requires quick reflexes and strategic weapon management.

Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 41.1%, Fantasy 19.8%, 2D 18.9%, Action 14.9%, Adventure 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging roguelike action game set in a dangerous cave environment that demands constant adaptation.

Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.

Why similar: Side Scroller 69.9%, 2D 16.5%, Action 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: While more platforming-focused, it provides the same high-stakes, cave-dwelling challenge that requires strategic movement.

Challenging retro pixel graphics action-platformer. Become a legendary rogue Janosik and explore the big mountain castle level full of secrets. Available for FREE!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.6%, Casual 24.2%, Action 21.1%, 2D 18.6%, Adventure 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A casual yet challenging 2D platformer that provides quick, action-oriented gameplay.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 56%, Action 25.1%, 2D 18.9%

Why You'll Like It: A high-stakes, one-hit-kill action game that requires precision and strategic planning for every encounter.

Jetpack through the prehistoric world in this Stone-Fiction adventure platformer. Enjoy challenging boss fights, flying over pitfalls, smashing through walls, knocking out enemies, and manipulating objects as you halt the alien threat once and for all.

Why similar: Side Scroller 57.3%, Action-Adventure 25.7%, 2D 8.7%, Casual 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action-adventure that shares the cave-exploration theme and platforming mechanics.

Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.8%, Action-Adventure 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Fantasy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that combines pixel graphics with exploration and combat mechanics.

A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!

Why similar: Souls-like 27.8%, Side Scroller 23.1%, Beat 'em up 18.4%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-style action-adventure that emphasizes challenging combat and exploration.

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Side Scroller 39.8%, Hand-drawn 31.7%, 2D 12.3%, Action 8.8%, Atmospheric 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D action game featuring massive boss encounters and a dark, hand-drawn aesthetic.

Embark on an epic journey in The Stranded Traveler, a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game where you take on the role of a traveler stranded on a mysterious island. Explore dangerous environments, fight fierce enemies, and defeat challenging bosses!

Why similar: Side Scroller 38.1%, Action-Adventure 19.5%, Fantasy 9.2%, Action 8.2%, PvE 8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure platformer that focuses on exploration and survival in a hostile environment.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.3%, Side Scroller 24%, 2D 17.6%, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Action 11%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-adventure that blends precision platforming with challenging combat encounters.

Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

Why similar: Side Scroller 29.9%, Action 25.8%, 2D 18.6%, Fantasy 12.9%, Beat 'em up 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep combat mechanics and complex character builds within a 2D side-scrolling framework.

Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 36.8%, Action-Adventure 30.1%, 2D 19.3%, Action 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based underground action game where every element can be used strategically to overcome difficult foes.

Cavern Kings is an infinite action platformer designed to make every playthrough unique and interesting. Cavern Kings aims to explode with special effects in classical arcade fashion and create interesting synergies with its powerup system.

Why similar: Casual 40.2%, Action 30.6%, Pixel Graphics 29.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-packed roguelike set in a cave that focuses on intense, arcade-style combat.

You are a nomadic slugcat, both predator and prey in a broken ecosystem. Grab your spear and brave the industrial wastes, hunting enough food to survive, but be wary— other, bigger creatures have the same plan... and slugcats look delicious.

Why similar: Souls-like 47.3%, Pixel Graphics 21.4%, 2D 12.6%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric and punishing survival game set in a subterranean world that requires deep tactical awareness.

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 54.2%, Action 19%, 2D 12.5%, Adventure 8.3%, Atmospheric 6%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging pixel art action game that rewards exploration and mastery of difficult combat patterns.

Retro sidescrolling action and adventure greet you in Sacred Stones! The indie atmosphere is easy to immerse yourself in. Have a great time as you explore, run/jump & fight your way to victory. This game is perfect for both hardcore and casual fans alike seeking that nostalgic-indie fix!

Why similar: Action 92.6%, Adventure 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult 2D action-adventure that requires precision and strategic movement to survive.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Side Scroller 70.9%, Action 18.1%, 2D 6.2%, Adventure 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D action-adventure with deep combat customization and challenging exploration.

2D platform game focused on intense combat against enemies and exploration of secret areas in dark dungeons full of dangers.

Why similar: Side Scroller 41.5%, Action-Adventure 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Action 10.9%, 2D 9%

Why You'll Like It: An indie action platformer that captures a retro feel with challenging, trap-filled environments.

Join your fellow Marked Inquisitors in this online coop successor to award-winning 2016 Soulslike Salt and Sanctuary.

Why similar: Souls-like 40.4%, Side Scroller 20.3%, PvE 12.1%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A direct evolution of the 2D souls-like formula, focusing on hunting dangerous bosses in a hostile environment.

Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.

Why similar: Side Scroller 58.4%, Action 17.3%, 2D 13.1%, Combat 7.9%, Adventure 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, comic-book style 2D action game that emphasizes combat flow and challenging boss fights.

Cave Crawler is a short, 2D side-scrolling action platformer. Explore caves filled with interesting enemies and fun platforming challenges.

Why similar: Side Scroller 43.4%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Fantasy 7.6%, 2D 7.6%

Cave Crawler 2 is a retro-inspired 2D side-scroller. Escape a series of winding caves full of strange creatures and treacherous platforming challenges.

Why similar: Underground 37.2% ★, Side Scroller 29.3%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, 2D 5.3%

Embark on a journey through tunnels, caves and ancient temples, solving puzzles and fighting all kinds of hostile creatures. Be smart - avoid traps and think carefully. They say it doesn't hurt ;)

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 51.1%, Casual 28.5%, 2D 16.7%, Combat 3.7%

A 2D side-scrolling action game with hand-drawn graphics and a fun, surreal world view.

Why similar: Souls-like 37%, Side Scroller 16.8%, PvE 14.6%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, 2D 5.2%

Immerse yourself in Nether Heroes, an intense action-platform roguelike game. Conquer challenging dungeons, face menacing creatures, and defeat powerful bosses on your epic adventure.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 32.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Action 14.4%, 2D 11.3%, Fantasy 10.5%

Kaela Kovalskia of Hololive ID has gone missing! Play as her army of assistants, the Pemaloe, and set off to explore caves, dungeons, and mazes and discover the truth about Kaela's whereabouts!

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.4%, Underground 24.4% ★, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Casual 10%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Fell is a 2d Precision Platformer with a retro semi-1-bit aesthetic. Play through multiple unique areas, unlock new color palettes, and use fun movement abilities to conquer levels and make difficult jumps!

Why similar: Underground 61.3% ★, Pixel Graphics 16%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, 2D 5.7%, Atmospheric 5.1%

A rogue-lite game where you must face hundreds of monsters with increasingly difficult bosses that strong enough to take you down. Choose your abilities, build your favorite combat style, become stronger and survive as long as you can!

Why similar: Souls-like 41.4%, PvE 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, 2D 7.2%, Action 6.8%

Rabbit Hole is a fast paced, tough-as-nails 2D RogueLike-Shooter, made with love for the genre. You are Disc, someone who was suddenly brought to the Rabbit Hole. Collect guns, fight foes and meet strange new characters on your descent to the bottom, all in an attempt to find your heart again.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 38.5%, 2D 26.1%, Action 25.9%, Adventure 9.5%

Enjoy a stylish action combat experience as you explore a chapter storylines from Journey to the West.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.2%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Beat 'em up 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Fantasy 6.5%

Challenging 2D platformer with simple graphics and a great chiptune soundtrack.

Why similar: Side Scroller 58.4%, 2D 17%, Action 14.6%, Atmospheric 5.5%, Adventure 4.5%

Spire of Ash is a dark-fantasy run-based dungeon crawler with deep itemization, tactical combat, and escalating key-driven challenges. Build your team, refine your strategy, and push deeper into deadly endgame runs.

Why similar: Casual 27.1%, 2D 26.7%, Action 23.7%, Atmospheric 14.4%, Adventure 8%

The soldier in the mine is an interesting 2D platformer. In this game, to move from one cave to another. But you will interfere with obstacles.

Why similar: Underground 36% ★, Side Scroller 31.1%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Casual 6.3%

This is an action rogue-lite adventure game where you will play different roles with different equipment and blessings.You will constantly challenge powerful enemies and kill bosses. The game comes with a "Survivors Mode". One game, double the fun. I hope you like it.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.2%, Magic 26.3%, Action 20.4%, 2D 18.7%, Combat 3.9%

Sect-Machina is a fluid, atmospheric bug-themed metroidvania rendered in a vibrant 2D pixelated style, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in its combat, characters, environments, sound, and story.

Why similar: Side Scroller 35.5%, Action-Adventure 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Casual 10.5%, Action 8.6%

Join the Intergalactic Mining Guild and prepare for a wild adventure full of alien creatures, deathly traps and gold... lots of gold!

Why similar: Runner 60.5%, Casual 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action 11.5%

Cavegirl adventures is a game for platformer fans. Jump across vibrant levels and collect giant eggs to feed your tribe. Watch out for sharp thorns and dangerous plants on your way to victory!

Why similar: Side Scroller 52.4%, Hand-drawn 25.6%, Casual 11%, 2D 4.3%, Combat 3.5%

Touhou Mystery Reel is a 2D platformer action game with special combat system. You can experience exciting battles and interesting stories in the game. There will be different endings of the stages. The player has the freedom to choose either to fight the powerful bosses or to take "shortcuts".

Why similar: Side Scroller 29.5%, Beat 'em up 23.5%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Casual 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

You find yourself stuck in a cave with nothing but your wit... and a pickaxe! As you climb your way out you'll find this is no ordinary cave.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 49.6%, 2D 22.5%, Action 21.9%, Adventure 5.9%

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: Action-Adventure 36.5%, Magic 21.9%, 2D 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action 8.4%

Catch falling allies and dominate the battlefield! Control your flying platform to catch characters and auto-attack enemies. Build your team, link skills, and shape your own strategy in this evolving arcade action game.

Why similar: Side Scroller 36.2%, Casual 16.1%, Action 13.9%, Magic 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

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

Why similar: Souls-like 31.4%, Action-Adventure 24.8%, Pixel Graphics 23.9%, Action 10.1%, 2D 3.8%

A genre-twisting tactical runner where you maneuver, fight, think, sacrifice and evolve – all ON THE RUN.

Why similar: Runner 58%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 9%, 2D 6.4%

MineSweeper Rush brings a fresh twist to classic Minesweeper with a growing minefield and fast row clearance. Every second counts as you race to beat your high score and climb the leaderboards.

Why similar: Score Attack 40.5%, Casual 23.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, 2D 13.6%, Action 3.8%

ManaSoul is a 2D Pixel Art MORPG where you create and play as your own unique Mage in a world of magic. Play solo or with friends and take on challenges, solve puzzles, and explore the beautiful hand crafted open world.

Why similar: PvE 34.3%, Action-Adventure 21.1%, Magic 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Fantasy 9.2%

Combine Runes to craft unique spells! Survive the endless hordes of monsters as you work to break the four Runic seals! Runic is a casual horde shooter with rogue-lite elements and a charming retro aesthetic.

Why similar: Casual 25.6%, Pixel Graphics 20.8%, Action 20.6%, Fantasy 16.4%, 2D 14.9%

Unsouled is a 2D action RPG game requiring immense elaborate control. Take a break from repetitive attack and dodge action by challenging yourself with the world of Unsouled.

Why similar: Souls-like 46%, PvE 18.9%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, 2D 4.7%

Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!

Why similar: Casual 27.3%, 2D 25.8%, Fantasy 21.5%, Action 16.3%, Adventure 9.1%

Scarlett's Dungeon is a retro-inspired action RPG dungeon crawler with roguelite elements. Explore randomly generated dungeons, fight monsters, and collect loot in beautifully crafted pixel art reminiscent of the Game Boy Advance era. Test your skills as you dive deep into ever-changing challenges!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 34.4%, 2D 19.1%, Fantasy 18.8%, Action 13.4%, Atmospheric 9.7%