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  1. #1 Weebish Mines
    97% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2017
    Dev: DXF Games
    Windows

    "Once upon a time, there was a family of 4 who lived in a log cabin by the mines. Everything was cool. But one day somebody left the door open and all their pets ran away! This is the story of how they got them back."

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Difficult 17.1%, Adventure 14%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 8.7%

  2. #2 Crossbow Warrior - The Legend of William Tell
    96% matchMixed59% of 34 reviews2015
    Dev: MobyDick GamesPub: Scherrer Medien GmbH
    Windows · Mac

    Crossbow Warrior has 29 exciting levels with 4 different game types like classical Jump'n'run-, Sniper-, TempleRun-, Boat-Levels! Experience the whole story behind the legend of William Tell with a multitude of lovely graphics!

    Why similar: Platformer 25.4%, Adventure 23.5%, Difficult 21%, Action 17.1%, Indie 13%

  3. #3 Cathedral
    96% matchMostly Positive73% of 445 reviews2019
    Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Platformer 10.4%, Adventure 10.3%, Action 8.2%, Difficult 7.9%

  4. #4 Rex Rocket
    95% matchMostly Positive75% of 262 reviews2014
    Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Platformer 15.8%, Difficult 10.3%, Adventure 9.3%, Action 8.1%

  5. #5 Castle In The Darkness
    94% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,266 reviews2015
    Dev: Matt KapPub: Nicalis, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, Platformer 15%, Difficult 13.7%, Adventure 5.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

  6. #6 Mò The Frog
    94% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2018
    Dev: PrimesoftGames
    Windows

    Mo the frog is a classic 2D platform in which you will have to committ fully to ho through many levels that are present in the game. Dress the part of Mò the frog in the epic adventure to free Avalaar's kingdom from the oppression which the terrible Peter's the troll and his henchmen, the black captains, try to bring by conquering it.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Platformer 18.4%, Difficult 15.2%, Adventure 14.8%, Action 11.9%

  7. #7 Rynn's Adventure: Trouble in the Enchanted Forest
    92% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2016
    Dev: Arcane Four Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Rynn’s Adventure is a 2D platformer game in which the player guides Rynn through a variety of environments teeming with magic and danger. The player will help Rynn combat the many enemies she encounters and outwit each of their fearsome generals.

    Why similar: Difficult 28.4%, Platformer 28%, Adventure 13%, Indie 12.3%, Action 9.5%

  8. #8 Vulpis
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: max.marauder
    Windows · Mac

    Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Platformer 16.8%, Difficult 15.8%, Adventure 9%, Action 6.3%

  9. #9 Demon Peak
    91% matchMixed69% of 242 reviews2017
    Dev: Kajak Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 30 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    In Demon Peak, you play as the nameless warrior, trapped inside the depths of an unholy Mountain. Explore the mysterious and perilous enviroments, fight against a multitude of different enemies and gather magical abilities to overcome the Mountain's evil inhabitants.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Adventure 15.7%, Action 11.9%, Platformer 11.6%, Indie 8.8%

  10. #10 Environmental Station Alpha
    90% 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 49.3%, Platformer 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Difficult 7.8%, Adventure 7.3%

  11. #11 Pharaoh Rebirth+
    89% matchVery Positive92% of 349 reviews2016
    Dev: KROBON stationPub: Vaka Game Magazine
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    An ancient evil has been set loose, and Jonathan cursed in the process. Jonathan must now collect seven holy grails from around all of Egypt to cleanse himself of the curse of Sehur the First. Be delighted by the quirky humor, charming characters, and the beautifully designed world, in Pharaoh Rebirth+!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Adventure 19.4%, Action 14.9%, Platformer 14.2%, Indie 10.9%

  12. #12 Greedy Guns
    89% matchVery Positive83% of 82 reviews2017
    Dev: Tio Atum
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Inspired by classic shooters like Gunstar Heroes, Metal Slug, and Contra, Greedy Guns brings the run-and-gun formula into the 21st Century! Help these greedy mercenaries survive their most epic contract yet. Explore, explode, survive!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Adventure 18.7%, Platformer 16.8%, Action 13.6%, Indie 10.8%

  13. #13 Unnamed Adventure/无名之旅
    88% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2019
    Dev: MAI
    Windows

    Unnamed Adventure, an indie action platformer where every single level, puzzle is crafted by hands. Wander around in a mysterious kingdom where surprise and finding may hide in every corner you visit.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Adventure 17.3%, Platformer 14.9%, Action 13.5%, Difficult 13.5%

  14. #14 Hunter's Legacy
    87% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 reviews2016
    Dev: Lienzo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Hunter’s Legacy is an old-school 2D single-player Metroidvania platformer where you control Ikki, a fierce kitty skilled with twin swords and a bow, better known as the Great Huntress of Un'Amak.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Platformer 21.4%, Adventure 14.7%, Action 11.2%, Indie 8.5%

  15. #15 Sydney Hunter and the Curse of the Mayan
    86% matchVery Positive87% of 90 reviews2019
    Dev: CollectorVision Games
    Windows · Mac

    In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.2%, Adventure 17.1%, Platformer 15.2%, Action 13.7%, Indie 10.1%

  16. #16 La-Mulana
    86% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,571 reviews2013
    Dev: NIGOROPub: PLAYISM
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Difficult 17.2%, Platformer 15.5%, Adventure 6.5%, Indie 3.9%

  17. #17 OUTBUDDIES DX
    85% 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 40.7%, Platformer 13.6%, Difficult 13.6%, Adventure 8%, Action 6.1%

  18. #18 You Have to Win the Game
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 5,714 reviews2014
    Dev: Minor Key Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 51.2%, Platformer 15.1%, Difficult 9.6%, Retro 7.7%, Indie 4%

  19. #19 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 53.9%, Platformer 19.7%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 8.7%, Indie 6.9%

  20. #20 MegaSphere
    84% matchMixed64% of 133 reviews2015
    Dev: AKGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Play as a special ops combat unit sent to investigate why the stars around Solar System are going dark in MegaSphere — a story-based post-cyberpunk action platformer adventure game of supermassive scale set in early 22nd century: smart guns, robots, self-reconstructing environments, and vast AIs.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, Adventure 15.8%, Action 12.5%, Indie 10.1%, Platformer 9.8%

  21. #21 Inescapable
    83% 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 43.7%, Adventure 19.5%, Platformer 13.3%, Action 12.2%, Indie 11.3%

  22. #22 Super Panda Adventures
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 1,020 reviews2014
    Dev: BlueEagle ProductionsPub: Paul Schneider
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    In Super Panda Adventures, you play as the brave panda-knight Fu, who is about to finish his training to become the new guardian of the Princess. At the same day of the big celebration party, some uninvited Robots show up to conquer the planet and take the Princess away in their Space Ships!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, Platformer 25.3%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 7.9%, Indie 7.2%

  23. #23 Alwa's Awakening
    81% 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 46.4%, Platformer 15.6%, Adventure 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Retro 6.3%

  24. #24 Vivid Spirit
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LucasMaxBrosPub: The Hidden Levels
    Windows

    Red, Yellow, Blue. It's Vivid Spirit! Their abilities are dictated by what color they are and it's up to you to figure out how to use them and when to swap. Guide Vivid and her dog, Spirit, on their many adventures through the world of Paper Craft!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Platformer 20.9%, Adventure 15.6%, Indie 14.9%, Action 12.6%

  25. #25 Traps N' Gemstones
    81% matchMostly Positive76% of 25 reviews2015
    Dev: Donut Games
    Windows

    A "Metroid-vania"-style platform adventure, voted GAME OF THE YEAR by Gamezebo.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Platformer 16.4%, Adventure 14.5%, Action 10.1%, Indie 8.4%

  26. #26 Elliot Quest
    79% matchMostly Positive73% of 189 reviews2014
    Dev: Ansimuz GamesPub: PlayEveryWare
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    Elliot Quest is an adventure/RPG where players explore the mysterious Urele island in search of an ancient demon. With 5 dungeons to conquer, 16 bosses to defeat, and countless treasures to discover and hidden areas. Well-balanced gameplay easy to pick up but challenging to master.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Adventure 13.2%, Platformer 12.2%, Action 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  27. #27 GLIGHT
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ATOMIC BREATH
    Windows

    Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Difficult 14.9%, Platformer 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Adventure 9.8%

  28. #28 Mini Ghost
    78% matchVery Positive95% of 419 reviews2017
    Dev: @unepic_fran
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    "Mini Ghost" is a mini metroidvania in the 80's MSX art style and gameplay. It's the mini prequel of Ghost 1.0.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Adventure 11.7%, Platformer 10.8%, Action 10.3%, Retro 7.7%

  29. #29 A Roll-Back Story
    78% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2018
    Dev: iQuantile
    Windows · Linux

    A Roll-Back Story is a rolling ball game heavily focused on platforming. Not recommended for casual players.

    Why similar: Platformer 25.5%, Metroidvania 24.8%, Difficult 24.3%, Adventure 15.8%, Indie 9.7%

  30. #30 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
    76% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,561 reviews2021
    Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Platformer 14.8%, Adventure 12.5%, Action 9.3%, Indie 7.2%

  31. #31 Maui the Shapeshifter
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Play on Worlds
    Windows

    Restore harmony as shapeshifting demigod Maui on an adventure to save his island home from all-consuming darkness in this epic 2D open-world Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Adventure 21.8%, Action 15.9%, Platformer 14.8%, Indie 12.2%

  32. #32 Eternal Return
    77% matchMixed56% of 36 reviews2017
    Dev: Pathless Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Face merciless gameplay to explore a cursed castle, discover the dark tales of its inhabitants, and kill the gods of a decaying world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Platformer 11.9%, Difficult 9.4%, Adventure 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%

  33. #33 Spaceport Hope
    76% matchMostly Positive76% of 488 reviews2016
    Dev: team BitClubPub: team BitClub , Sunken Treasure Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A huge hand-crafted world packed with 13 unique bosses, a gripping story, and tons of enemies, Spaceport Hope is the ultimate test of gaming prowess.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Platformer 21.5%, Indie 11.7%, Adventure 11.2%, Action 8.2%

  34. #34 Aggelos
    75% matchMostly Positive78% of 656 reviews2018
    Dev: Storybird GamesPub: PQube
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Adventure 15.9%, Platformer 11%, Indie 9.2%, Action 7.6%

  35. #35 Rage Rabbit
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Trabbos
    Windows

    Rage Rabbit is a fast paced platform game set on an island haunted by mysterious shadows. Shoot down your enemies, explore an interconnected world, defeat powerful bosses and obtain new power ups.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Platformer 19.3%, Difficult 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%, Open World 5.9%

  36. #36 Exodus
    75% matchMixed56% of 27 reviews2014
    Dev: Galhmac Game StudioPub: Multi-Form
    Windows

    Exodus is a 2D Platform/Exploration (metroidvania) game for Windows, with oldschool gameplay mechanics, and HD native resolution (1920*1200). Musics are made by Yann Van Der Cruyssen (Saira, Block That Matter).

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.1%, Platformer 24.2%, Adventure 19%, Indie 11.7%

  37. #37 Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition
    74% 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 46.2%, Platformer 15.1%, Action 11.8%, Indie 10.6%, Difficult 7.4%

  38. #38 Gato Roboto
    73% 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 45.2%, Platformer 11.9%, Adventure 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Action 6.6%

  39. #39 Somnium Shore
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
    Windows

    A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, Platformer 19.9%, Adventure 11.9%, Action 8.2%, Difficult 6.8%

  40. #40 The Mummy Demastered
    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 898 reviews2017
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    A powerful ancient evil has arisen, and the war to save humanity has begun! As an elite agent in the monster-hunting Prodigium organization, you must use a variety of weapons, upgrades, and mysterious artifacts to defend mankind against the supernatural hordes of Princess Ahmanet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.2%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 10.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  41. #41 Overbowed
    71% matchVery Positive91% of 86 reviews2024
    Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
    Windows

    Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Platformer 13.9%, Adventure 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Action 6.9%

  42. #42 Treasure Adventure World
    72% matchVery Positive82% of 278 reviews2018
    Dev: Robit Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Set sail for adventure with a paper hat on your head and a magical shrinking boat in your pocket, in search of legendary treasures! Solve tricky puzzles, battle formidable foes, piece together clues and dig up secrets to uncover your own shrouded history as you explore this sprawling open world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Adventure 23.5%, Platformer 19.3%, Indie 13.3%, 2D 6.4%

  43. #43 Seedless Light
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Unknown Bit Games
    Windows

    Seedless Light is a 2d action-adventure game focused on combat and exploration with a unique and contemplative world of fantastic and vibrant creatures driven by a touching and atmospheric soundtrack.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Difficult 17.4%, Platformer 15%, Adventure 8.5%, Open World 5.4%

  44. #44 Axiom Verge
    71% 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 55.5%, Platformer 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Adventure 5%, Indie 4.4%

  45. #45 Odallus: The Dark Call
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 1,345 reviews2015
    Dev: JoyMasher
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.5%, Platformer 14.1%, Retro 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Action 7.7%

  46. #46 DREIFRAME
    69% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
    Dev: MrDrone
    Windows

    Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Difficult 15.2%, Platformer 15%, Adventure 7.8%, Indie 5.3%

  47. #47 Inexistence Rebirth
    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 132 reviews2020
    Dev: Jonathan Brassaud
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Rediscover this great Metroidvania game in a brand new version with a lot of features and improvements! Run in 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 45.6%, Platformer 20.1%, Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Action 7.5%

  48. #48 Artifacts
    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2020
    Dev: Eric LaberPub: Self Published
    Windows

    Become Strong And Reclaim What You Lost! Artifacts is a 2D adventure platformer set in an ancient interconnected kingdom littered with powerful relics. Collect synergistic artifacts to challenge the mighty, corrupted foes that lurk beneath the ground.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Platformer 11.1%, Adventure 9.9%, Action 8.3%

  49. #49 Chasm
    69% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,617 reviews2018
    Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53%, Platformer 12.9%, Adventure 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Action 6%

  50. #50 Battle Princess Madelyn
    70% matchMostly Positive73% of 156 reviews2018
    Dev: Causal Bit Games Inc.Pub: Monster Bath Studios Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Battle Princess Madelyn is a game that follows the journey of a young knight in training, Madelyn, and her ghostly pet dog, Fritzy. Join them as they set out on a journey to save her kingdom and her family from the clutches of an evil wizard!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Platformer 16%, Difficult 12.1%, Action 9.9%, Indie 7.8%

  51. #51 Anokye
    67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Mills Media
    Windows

    Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Difficult 18.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Adventure 8.6%, Indie 7%

  52. #52 Xeodrifter
    69% 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 37.4%, Platformer 15.9%, Difficult 11.2%, Retro 7.4%, Adventure 6.6%

  53. #53 Blaster Master Zero
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 1,058 reviews2019
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Mutant scum never learn! Blaster Master Zero makes its Steam debut! Blaster Master Zero is a 8-bit style top-down & sideview 2D action-adventure game that hearkens back to the golden age of the NES. The game features new gameplay elements such as improved gameplay, and a more robust scenario.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Platformer 17.1%, Action 14%, Retro 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

  54. #54 Little Droid 2: Escape
    66% matchPositive97% of 37 reviews2025
    Dev: KingStyle
    Windows

    "Little Droid 2: Escape" is a classic 2D (Metroidvania) side-scrolling pixel art adventure where you need to find a way to escape a mysterious planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.7%, Platformer 19.4%, Adventure 11.3%, Action 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  55. #55 Mawthorne
    68% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: CrazyGroupTrio Games
    Windows

    Explore the ancient underground of this strange, alien world in this metroidvania platformer! Navigate your way through 9 different areas of the underground and encounter powerful bosses that make you stronger, open paths, or alter other areas of the world!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Platformer 17.2%, Adventure 14.5%, Action 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

  56. #56 Ninja Smasher!
    68% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2016
    Dev: Q-Cumber Factory
    Windows

    Ninja dash! Ninja jump! Ninja slash! 8-bit style Ninja platform action game!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.9%, Adventure 16.4%, Action 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Indie 9.5%

  57. #57 Ineth
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mean Light Studio
    Windows · Linux

    A pixel-art Metroidvania with challenging platformer mechanics, set in a medieval magical world. Discover a great variety of spells and abilities to defeat enemies and solve puzzles. Find mythical charms and items to help Ineth fight her way out of her prison.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.2%, Platformer 23.6%, Adventure 13.5%, 2D 7.5%, Indie 6.1%

  58. #58 Magicians & Looters
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 128 reviews2014
    Dev: Morgopolis Studios
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Guide three sociopathic apprentices through an open world filled with caves, castles and underground cities as you search for your kidnapped teacher. Discover countless secrets, loot hidden treasure troves, and decapitate your enemies. Or immolate them. Or smack them in the face with fruit.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Indie 19.4%, Adventure 13.8%, Platformer 11.2%, Action 10.9%

  59. #59 Blaster Master Zero 2
    65% matchVery Positive90% of 551 reviews2019
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Platformer 20.5%, Action 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Retro 9.2%

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