- #1 DARK SUN (黑暗太阳)
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rou Shan Game
Windows
[DARK SUN] is an action game with 2D black and white graphics. Souls game mode. Explore the post-apocalyptic world after a thousand years, collect weapons, armor, battle techniques, magic, and challenge powerful enemies. Advance through repeated deaths to find the truth of the doomsday.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Souls-like 23.8%, Action RPG 11.5%, Noir 10.3%, Female Protagonist 6.6%
- #2 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 17,444 reviews2025
Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 18.2 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 45.7%, Souls-like 19.6%, Action RPG 9.5%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%
- #3 THORN DEMON HUNTER
96% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 27.1%, Action RPG 13.1%, RPG 9.9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
- #4 Twilight Bastion
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sunamii
Windows
Twilight Bastion is a retro-styled soulslike 3D Metroidvania that places you in a torturous labyrinthine castle where skeletons, the undead, and gothic black knights await around every corner.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Souls-like 32.3%, 3D Platformer 11.2%, Action RPG 9.5%, Action 4.4%
- #5 Darxanadon
94% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Souls-like 25.8%, Action RPG 13.8%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, RPG 6.4%
- #6 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
94% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 42.6%, Metroidvania 32.2%, RPG 6.9%, Action RPG 5.8%, Dark Fantasy 5.2%
- #7 The Song of Awakening
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Noeski LLC
Windows · Mac
The Song of Awakening is a 2D action-platformer where you play as a bard with the power to create magic through music. Explore a world once ruled by the Lyramancers, wielders of music-magic, who were extinguished by a mad king. Defeat the malevolent god of silence and restore harmony to the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Souls-like 25.6%, Action RPG 17%, RPG 8.2%, Dark Fantasy 5.7%
- #8 Zenith
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nocturnia Studios
Windows
Step into a dark and decaying world with Zenith, an Action RPG that blends intense combat, deep exploration, and an immersive atmosphere. Explore ruined cathedrals and gothic landscapes filled with secrets, facing relentless enemies that will challenge your skill and strategy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Souls-like 27.1%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Action RPG 8.4%, Action 4.3%
- #9 Tairo: Lost In Time
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Philuma
Windows
Tairo: Lost In Time is a 3D stylized metroidvania following Tairo, a young time weaver lost in a forgotten realm. Explore a big lively world, full with mysteries to solve, wide range of bosses, creatures and forgotten knights. Shape your journey downwards, manipulating time to reveal your past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Souls-like 36.8%, Stylized 5.5%, Action-Adventure 3.5%, Action 3%
- #10 REVENGE CRYSTAL
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SAMx003 Games
Windows
Possessed by a living crystal, fight for revenge in a top-down Soulslike action RPG. Master precise combat and elemental magic, explore a shattered world, solve deadly puzzles, and defeat brutal bosses to expose the Crystallen’s sins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Souls-like 31.7%, Action RPG 15%, Dark Fantasy 6.4%, RPG 6.1%
- #11 Foreign Sun
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Final Scene dev
Windows
YOUR CHOICES RESHAPE A LIVING CITY. Explore a sprawling metropolis, wield mysterious powers, and uncover the secrets of the Eternal Lighthouse. Your decisions will make a world of difference.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Souls-like 26.4%, Action RPG 15.8%, RPG 13.9%, Action 6%
- #12 Cyan Breach
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChiCheng Studio
Windows
Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, Souls-like 22.3%, Action RPG 18.1%, RPG 6.7%, 2D 3.6%
- #13 The Doors That Led to Nowhere
89% matchVery Positive94% of 102 reviews2024
Dev: SoloCap Games
Windows · Mac
Wake up lost in a void of darkness. With no other option, press onward through cryptic dimensional doors, wielding a mysterious blade created by the fallen entities that came long before you in this heart-pounding First Person RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Souls-like 18.3%, 3D Platformer 16.7%, RPG 13.7%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #14 Memoria Wake
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Crescendo
Windows · Mac
Parry with precision and fight through shifting, surreal landscapes in this Souls-like action-adventure. When reality turns into a living nightmare, you must ascend through a shattered realm to rescue a missing friend.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Souls-like 22.6%, Action RPG 10.6%, Surreal 6.7%, Puzzle 6.1%
- #15 Unworthy
88% matchVery Positive81% of 842 reviews2018
Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Souls-like 35.7%, RPG 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 5.9%, Action 3.4%
- #16 HunterX
86% matchVery Positive84% of 719 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Souls-like 26.8%, Action RPG 13.8%, Female Protagonist 9%, RPG 6.2%
- #17 Power (of) Metal
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Souls-like 24.5%, Action RPG 15.7%, RPG 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #18 Miracle Corp.
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bonefish Games
Windows
Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Souls-like 28.2%, Action RPG 13.4%, RPG 7.9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
- #19 Runic Curse Remastered
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Souls-like 29.3%, RPG 9.2%, Action RPG 8.3%, Action-Adventure 4.7%
- #20 Death's Door
84% matchVery Positive93% of 21,056 reviews2021
Dev: Acid NervePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, Metroidvania 16.9%, 3D Platformer 16.6%, Action RPG 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.1%
- #21 Din of Sen
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Espy Games
Windows
Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Souls-like 27.3%, Action RPG 16%, RPG 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 3.7%
- #22 Scars of the Soul
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShunGuang Games
Windows
The two countries went to war, unleashing forbidden powers. Years later, monsters ravage the land. The protagonist awakens, battles the monsters, explores the world, uncovers the truth of the past, and seeks to recover lost memories—a lonely journey of wandering and struggling against oneself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Souls-like 26.1%, Action RPG 16.6%, RPG 14.7%, 2D 2.4%
- #23 Roots of Cinder
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 25.2%, Action RPG 15.3%, RPG 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #24 Biomass
82% matchVery Positive85% of 104 reviews2020
Dev: Final Scene dev
Windows
Uncover the secrets of the sinking metropolis in this action RPG. Clash beam sabers, or be a gunslinger. Make alliances or go it alone. Your actions have consequences - those whom learn the nature of this world will be able to shape it as they see fit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Souls-like 31.6%, RPG 15.9%, Action 6.3%, Indie 3.3%
- #25 A Handful of Dust
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BVS Studios
Windows
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.7%, Souls-like 20.8%, Action RPG 13.8%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Action 4.1%
- #26 Ex Angelus
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
Windows
Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Souls-like 27.6%, Action RPG 13.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, RPG 6.7%
- #27 Minoria
80% matchVery Positive81% of 2,592 reviews2019
Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 44%, Souls-like 23.6%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Action 4.3%, RPG 3.7%
- #28 Maid of Salvation
76% matchVery Positive92% of 230 reviews2025
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
The latest title from the HunterX development studio, Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Souls-like 26.5%, Action RPG 12.5%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, RPG 6.1%
- #29 Latitude 76: Land of the Onkilons
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Anisimov Games
Windows · Linux
Switch between characters, use your grappling hook to explore a phantom island, home to mammoths. Face threats from hunters and choose to play stealthily or confront the dangers head-on. Inspired by real events. Wishlist today!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Souls-like 25.8%, Action RPG 11%, Puzzle 7.2%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
- #30 Last Night of Winter
78% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
Wake up and walk, Warden! Because the siege continues. We must find the Heir... And finally put an end to this cursed night.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 30.1%, Action RPG 12.2%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, RPG 6.6%
- #31 Cryogear
79% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
Windows
CRYOGEAR is a unique Metroidvania inspired Pixel Art platformer, set in an open sci-fi world and driven by rewarded exploration. Control the reprogrammed clone G.3.4.R as he discovers the world, learns new abilities and unveils the mystery of the Emperor AI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Souls-like 23.5%, RPG 17.3%, Action RPG 11.9%, Action 7.3%
- #32 Intertwined
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VoidNode
Windows · Mac
Choose between Seren and Umbra, two warriors who despise each other. Armed with a spear that can strike in any direction, explore a fractured world, uncover the truth behind your bond, and hunt down the one person you must destroy. Desperate for Separation~Forever Intertwined
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 28.9%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, Action RPG 6.9%, RPG 4.5%
- #33 A Field of Flowers
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ikiruska Studios
Windows
In this norse-inspired metroidvania, explore and seek truths of what truly happened to you, having lost your home and your only friend in a single night. Fight and copy new magic from others to gain power, as you swear revenge on a mysterious stranger that took everything from you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Souls-like 29.3%, Action RPG 12.9%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, RPG 7.6%
- #34 TUNIC
75% matchVery Positive91% of 17,199 reviews2022
Dev: TUNIC TeamPub: Finji
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Souls-like 26.7%, Action RPG 9.1%, Puzzle 9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
- #35 Salt and Sanctuary
77% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 49.6%, Metroidvania 30%, RPG 5.4%, Dark Fantasy 5.3%, Action RPG 4.3%
- #36 Retrace the Light
73% matchVery Positive89% of 243 reviews2025
Dev: Xiaming Game
Windows
Dive into the immersive world of Retrace the Light, a captivating 2.5D action-adventure game centered around the "Spatial Retracing" feature. Assume the role of an Enforcer working for a super AI in a futuristic world, exploring the depths of human consciousness and healing their emotional wounds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 22.4%, 3D Platformer 14.8%, Action RPG 10.5%, Puzzle 5.9%
- #37 Lightward
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wolfbit Games
Windows · Mac
Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.7%, Souls-like 33.7%, Action-Adventure 8%, Action 4.1%, 2D 3%
- #38 Mendacium
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Souls-like 28.6%, Action RPG 10%, RPG 6.6%, Action-Adventure 5.2%
- #39 Curvature
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pawel Lossew
Windows · Linux
The Xerran Dominion is one step from becoming unstoppable. Your machines won’t survive - but you will. Control the environment and use their tech to your advantage. In this brutal sci-fi action RPG, the world is your weapon - and you are the trigger.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.8%, Metroidvania 30.2%, Action RPG 10.7%, RPG 7.9%, Puzzle 6.6%
- #40 Blue Fire
73% 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 31.1%, Souls-like 25.2%, 3D Platformer 16.5%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Surreal 5.9%
- #41 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
72% matchVery Positive87% of 98 reviews2023
Dev: The Island Games
Windows
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 26.7%, Action RPG 12.5%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, RPG 6.8%
- #42 UNSIGHTED
71% matchVery Positive93% of 2,119 reviews2021
Dev: Studio Pixel PunkPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
EXPLORE YOUR WAY. Awoken to a world ruined by war, Alma must traverse the vast city of Arcadia before the life force of her friends and herself withers away. Time is ticking, and every moment matters. Who will you save, and who will you leave to turn UNSIGHTED?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Souls-like 24.3%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Action RPG 9.4%, RPG 8.1%
- #43 Kochu's Dream
73% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
A 3d bug adventure game 🐜🐛🐞 Run, jump and shoot while you chase an elusive fairy . . . Can you turn back into a human?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 25.9%, 3D Platformer 18%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, Stylized 3.8%
- #44 The Legend of the Bard: The Power Accordions
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Paulo Vieira
Windows
Use an accordion to explore an open world inspired by Brazil!! 🪗🎶
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Souls-like 27%, Action RPG 11.1%, Puzzle 7.6%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #45 Chronoscript: The Endless End
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DeskWorks Inc.Pub: SHUEISHA GAMES
Windows
“Chronoscript: The Endless End” is an exploration-based action-adventure game where you, an editor trapped within a manuscript, must unravel a thousand-year story that writes itself beyond its end—across 2D pages and a 3D manor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Souls-like 14.3%, Action RPG 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, RPG 7.1%
- #46 Lillusion
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: The Night Owls
Windows
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Souls-like 27.3%, Action RPG 13.2%, RPG 6.7%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
- #47 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
69% matchVery Positive83% of 1,162 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Souls-like 24%, Action RPG 11.7%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, RPG 6.6%
- #48 Weapon Devourer
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bogdan
Windows · Mac
Weapon Devourer is a psychological horror game with souls-like and 1930's cartoon vibes, blending subtle puzzles. Battle sentient weapons, dodge their attacks, metamorphose into a fearsome entity to overcome powerful challenges, and synthesize mighty combinations by diving into the Shield's belly.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Souls-like 27.2%, Action RPG 11.4%, Puzzle 7.6%, RPG 6.9%
- #49 罪印 Seal of sins
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: 玄机子Pub: iFAction Studio
Windows
In a world with a strong ancient and wild atmosphere, you will experience many hardships, compose tragic epics in tense and exciting battles, integrate puzzle-solving elements, and face the dual challenges of strategy and operation!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Souls-like 28.3%, Action RPG 10.7%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Puzzle 6.3%
- #50 Being and Becoming
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Souls-like 28%, Action RPG 12.3%, RPG 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 4.5%
- #51 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
69% matchVery Positive94% of 43,849 reviews2021
Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Metroidvania 45.4%, Souls-like 26.9%, Female Protagonist 10%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%, Action RPG 5.9%
- #52 Kloa - Child of the Forest
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wildpad GamesPub: Crytivo
Windows
Consumed by a mysterious curse, restore a once lush forest and its inhabitants to their natural state in this action adventure tale. Experience fast-paced combat, puzzles, and the beauty of nature captured in handcrafted pixel art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Souls-like 29.7%, Action RPG 14.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, RPG 4.3%
- #53 UNGALAND!
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MevStudio
Windows
"Dive into a prehistoric world of adventure where the power of primal seeds changes everything. Unlock abilities, attach them to your weapons, and face challenges in a vibrant land full of action, and surprises."
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Souls-like 20.5%, 3D Platformer 13.9%, Action RPG 11.3%, RPG 6.7%
- #54 Mariana
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Sky Mavis Gann
Windows
In Mariana you are dropped into an unknown trench to explore. You will find fantastical creatures and rare artifacts. Fight bosses and mini-bosses in order to dive as deep as possible and uncover the mystery of the trench.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Souls-like 27%, Action RPG 16.1%, Puzzle 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 4.7%
- #55 Legend of Hiraq
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Devai
Windows
Traverse a blazing desert and brave ancient ruins teeming with deadly traps, enigmatic djinn, and hidden lore. Experience heart-pounding action and thrilling mysteries in this epic adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Souls-like 22.7%, 3D Platformer 16.2%, Action RPG 14.1%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #56 LingYuanLu:The Abyss of Spirit
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LiY二月
Windows
Lingyuan Records is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania action-adventure game. In the Five Elements world, learn and collect enemies' spells, and use the mutual generation and restraint of Five Elements to defeat stronger foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Souls-like 21.4%, Action RPG 9.7%, RPG 7.8%, Female Protagonist 5.4%
- #57 Azaran: Islands of the Jinn
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Benji
Windows
A retro adventure inspired by 90's adventure games and Arabian Nights. Explore dungeons, solve puzzles, and collect awesome treasures
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Souls-like 28%, 3D Platformer 18.8%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Puzzle 5.3%
- #58 Maid To END
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ringing Bells
Windows
Maid To End is a Metroidvania game about life and death. A plague has swept across the land. An amnesiac maid sets out on a journey—to find the cure. She ventures deeper, meets allies, and faces enemies. What awaits her at the end of the world?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Souls-like 24.1%, Action RPG 12%, Female Protagonist 7.4%, RPG 6.7%
- #59 Remi
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Devichi
Windows
An action RPG about Remi, the last remaining member of the Vanguard. Engage in challenging combat with the Plagued, mind-controlled enemies to fulfill Remi's oath to save the world from these monsters. A passion project made by a single developer.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.8%, 3D Platformer 19.5%, Action RPG 16.2%, RPG 14.2%, Action 6.5%
- #60 Go Alone
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: orobi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.1%, Souls-like 34.8%, Action-Adventure 5.5%, Action 3.9%, Adventure 3.8%