Games Like Momodora III

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: Metroidvania 29.1%, Platformer 16.8%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Cute 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: The direct successor that refines the series' signature combat and atmosphere into a polished metroidvania experience.

"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Platformer 16.3%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Anime 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series, offering a beautiful conclusion with modern mechanics and the series' classic charm.

Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...

Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Platformer 14.7%, Anime 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines intense bullet-hell combat with deep metroidvania exploration and a strong focus on a female protagonist.

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 30.1%, Platformer 17.4%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Anime 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features fluid, fast-paced action and unique time-manipulation mechanics within a beautifully pixelated metroidvania world.

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 31.3%, Female Protagonist 18%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Platformer 14%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a narrative-driven platforming experience with challenging boss fights and a distinct, vibrant art style.

A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Platformer 16.2%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Anime 10%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality metroidvania that captures the feel of classic action games with fluid movement and elemental mechanics.

Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Platformer 23.4%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Anime 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential action-platformer featuring a charismatic female lead and classic metroidvania progression.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Platformer 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, Action 5.4%, Indie 5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging metroidvania that emphasizes exploration, secrets, and retro pixel art similar to early Momodora titles.

Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Platformer 26.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational indie title that perfectly balances platforming, shooting, and a mysterious, engaging story.

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Platformer 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to classic 8-bit action games, focusing on tight controls and challenging stage design.

Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

Why similar: Platformer 31.1%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, Action 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers fast-paced, momentum-based platforming with a vibrant aesthetic and memorable boss encounters.

Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Platformer 20.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Anime 12.6%, Action 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired masterpiece that excels at interconnected level design and character-swapping mechanics.

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 42.7%, Platformer 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Cute 10.3%, 2D 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, exploration-heavy metroidvania that features a cute aesthetic and tight, responsive platforming.

-A magical world beautifully depicted through in-game graphics. -Diverse levels that provide a fair challenge. -Additional bonuses that reward those who replay the game. -3 difficulty modes.

Why similar: Platformer 20.7%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Action 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Anime 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fun, action-packed platformer that shares the anime-inspired aesthetic and challenging boss encounters of the Momodora series.

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 39.1%, Platformer 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Indie 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to 8-bit adventure games, focusing on puzzle-solving and exploration in a cohesive, pixelated world.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Platformer 16.5%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Action 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Introduces a unique gravity-defying movement system that challenges traditional platforming conventions.

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 40.4%, Platformer 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Action 7.1%, Indie 7%

Why You'll Like It: A compact, highly polished metroidvania that packs a punch with its tight controls and charming retro aesthetic.

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45%, Platformer 27.5%, Cute 12.5%, 2D 6.9%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A heartwarming metroidvania that focuses on accessibility and exploration, featuring a charming art style and fluid combat.

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: Metroidvania 54.7%, Platformer 20.6%, Action 6.9%, Indie 4.6%, 2D 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features deep combat mechanics and a strong focus on character progression within a sprawling, atmospheric world.

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 45.1%, Platformer 23.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Action 6.5%, Indie 6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, difficult platformer that rewards exploration and mastery of its retro-inspired combat.

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 43%, Platformer 17%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Indie 11.8%, Action 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action-adventure game that captures the spirit of classic 16-bit titles with its exploration and combat.

Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.

Why similar: Platformer 22.8%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Anime 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Cute 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-difficulty action platformer that pays homage to classic series with its anime aesthetic and boss-rush style.

Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Platformer 18.1%, Female Protagonist 17%, Anime 10.6%, Cute 9%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, polished platformer that emphasizes character abilities and exploration in a beautiful 2D world.

Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Platformer 20.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Anime 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the retro action formula with new characters and challenging, multi-path level design.

A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Female Protagonist 23%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Platformer 12%, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania that blends exploration with a lighthearted, magical narrative.

Play as Chelshia the chimera in this platforming beat-em-up adventure into the wonderful world of monster girls!

Why similar: Platformer 26.3%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, Action 7.1%, Cute 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play action-platformer that captures the fun, fast-paced spirit of the genre.

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: Platformer 25.9%, Female Protagonist 21.3%, Action 20.5%, Indie 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 11%

Why You'll Like It: A unique platformer that focuses on physics-based movement and creative combat encounters.

Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Platformer 32.4%, Action 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%, Cute 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful remake of a classic that features transformative mechanics and exploration-based progression.

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 37.7%, Platformer 23.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Action 6.6%, Indie 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short but sweet metroidvania that focuses on tight shooting mechanics and exploration across multiple planets.

Cally's parents have been abducted, as her arch-enemy Herbert has taken control of the Caves to perform his evil experiments. Join Cally and her friends in this action-packed run and gun platformer, conquering insane bosses, exploring to find secrets, and levelling up EVERYTHING.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.7%, Metroidvania 21.1%, Platformer 19.6%, Action 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

Step into the shoes of Freudia Neuwahl, a cool and collected young woman on a mission to save her best friend from an Imperial witch hunt. "Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel" is the sequel to "Rosenkreuzstilette", a level-based 2D side scrolling action game for PC.

Why similar: Platformer 19.6%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Anime 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Cute 9.4%

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 32.3%, Platformer 19%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Cute 8.5%

A massive gameworld to explore with nearly a dozen dungeons to delve into.

Why similar: Anime 21.2%, Metroidvania 19.4%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Platformer 13.9%, Cute 8.9%

A unique action-puzzle platform game that will give you a whole new gaming experience.

Why similar: Platformer 32.2%, Female Protagonist 24.3%, Anime 19.6%, Action 13.4%, Indie 10.5%

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 43.8%, Platformer 20.4%, Action 10.5%, Indie 8.2%, Female Protagonist 7.7%

The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!

Why similar: Platformer 32%, Anime 16.5%, Action 15.4%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%

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 50.4%, Platformer 24.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, Indie 5.2%

A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Platformer 22.4%, Action 9%, Anime 8.8%, Indie 6.8%

A certain office lady is back!!

Why similar: Platformer 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 19.4%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Action 9.8%, Cute 9.6%

Wings of Vi is a challenging 2D platformer in which the player controls the angel Vi, tasked with defeating the Demon Lord Jeh’oul after he is freed from captivity. While inspired by masochistic retro platformers, Wings of Vi aims to cut out arbitrary difficulty in favor of skill based gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 26.2%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, Metroidvania 13.5%, Anime 9%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

The ultra-refined 2D side-scrolling action you remember from "Azure Striker Gunvolt" is recharged and better than ever! In Gunvolt 2, series anti-hero Copen joins the fray as a playable character! Copy abilities from defeated boss characters and use them as your own!

Why similar: Platformer 30.3%, Anime 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Action 14.6%, Indie 11.5%

Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Platformer 19.6%, Anime 6.7%, Cute 6.2%

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 29.5%, Pixel Graphics 28.6%, Anime 10.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, 2D 7.5%

Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Platformer 19%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Anime 11.1%, Action 10.7%

This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Platformer 15.1%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Anime 12.9%, Cute 10.1%

Arcade platform game where every killed enemy can be picked up and thrown to kill more enemies!

Why similar: Platformer 27.1%, Female Protagonist 22.5%, Metroidvania 17.3%, Anime 9.8%, Action 7.8%

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: Metroidvania 48.8%, Female Protagonist 18.2%, Platformer 10.9%, Anime 9.2%, Action 6.1%

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 33.4%, Platformer 24.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Action 8.4%, Female Protagonist 6.8%

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

Why similar: Platformer 29.7%, Anime 19%, Action 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Indie 8.5%

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 34.4%, Female Protagonist 21%, Platformer 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Action 7.1%

Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure is a cute and clever action RPG featuring real-time combat, 3D graphics, 90+ items, mini-games, multiple endings, a rocking soundtrack, 35+ hours of playtime, tons of fully voiced characters by an all-star cast of voice actors, and more!

Why similar: Platformer 28.6%, Female Protagonist 20.5%, Anime 16.8%, Cute 15.5%, Action 10.1%

The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!

Why similar: Platformer 26.3%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Anime 13.5%, Cute 7.1%

Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Platformer 20.4%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Anime 6.8%

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 33.4%, Platformer 17.4%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Cute 8.2%

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.1%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, 2D 6.5%, Anime 6.1%, Platformer 5.5%

A pseudo 8-bit action platformer taking a bit of inspiration from film-noir and samurai dramas, iaidoka_interlude applies a few parkour and fighting game influences to mix up familiarity with a little uniquity.

Why similar: Platformer 26.6%, Action 16.1%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Indie 13%

I swear it's a nice action metroidvania game.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Female Protagonist 16%, Anime 13.4%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Female Protagonist 22.1%, Anime 13%, Action 8.4%, Platformer 7.3%

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 28%, Platformer 17.9%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Anime 9.5%