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  1. #1 Axiom Verge
    97% matchVery Positive90% of 6,505 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 9.5 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 61%, Platformer 9.8%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Exploration 4%

  2. #2 PSYCRON
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: Mothware
    Windows

    A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Sci-fi 11.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Exploration 7.9%, Space 7.4%

  3. #3 Souldiers
    96% matchMixed69% of 3,012 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    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: Metroidvania 58%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Action 5.8%, Combat 5.5%

  4. #4 Touhou Luna Nights
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,739 reviews2019
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48%, Platformer 12.5%, Exploration 10.7%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

  5. #5 MindSeize
    94% matchMostly Positive75% of 306 reviews2020
    Dev: Kamina Dimension
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    MindSeize is a 2D Metroidvania game set in a Sci-Fi-universe. Transfer your mind to a robot and rescue your beloved one!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Action 13.4%, Adventure 8.2%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Platformer 7.4%

  6. #6 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
    94% matchVery Positive85% of 183 reviews2022
    Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

  7. #7 Axiom Verge 2
    93% matchMostly Positive78% of 935 reviews2022
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 10%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Action 7.8%

  8. #8 Rebel Transmute
    92% matchMostly Positive75% of 275 reviews2024
    Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Space 8.9%, Exploration 7.4%, 2D Platformer 7%

  9. #9 Ghost Song
    91% matchVery Positive83% of 1,413 reviews2022
    Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Platformer 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

  10. #10 Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 898 reviews2012
    Dev: Shadow Planet ProductionsPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    In this Insanely Twisted, 2-D action-adventure game, explore unique environments and battle bizarre creatures.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 64%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Exploration 8.9%, Action 7.1%, Adventure 5.1%

  11. #11 SHEEPO
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 581 reviews2020
    Dev: Kyle Thompson
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Explore a strange planet, collect the creatures you find, and then shape-shift into them to expand your world. Build your own path, chat with the locals, and discover the planets sprawling secrets in this quirky metroidvania platformer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Platformer 13.5%, Exploration 9.9%, Surreal 5.1%

  12. #12 Environmental Station Alpha
    90% matchVery Positive83% of 1,627 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 59.9%, Platformer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Action 4.4%, Sci-fi 4.3%

  13. #13 LUNARK
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 339 reviews2023
    Dev: Canari GamesPub: WayForward
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!

    Why similar: Sci-fi 16.8%, Platformer 16.5%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

  14. #14 MIO: Memories in Orbit
    87% matchVery Positive82% of 3,685 reviews2026
    Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Platformer 11.5%, Exploration 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

  15. #15 Zapling Bygone
    88% matchVery Positive80% of 197 reviews2022
    Dev: 9FingerGames
    Windows

    Zapling Bygone is a twisted metroidvania where you murder your foes and steal their abilities by wearing their skulls and absorbing their consciousness into your hive-mind.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Exploration 7.8%, Nonlinear 6.8%

  16. #16 Aeterna Noctis
    86% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,022 reviews2021
    Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 54.7%, Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Exploration 9.5%, 2D 4.6%

  17. #17 Kingdom Shell
    85% matchVery Positive89% of 261 reviews2023
    Dev: Cup of PixelsPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.5%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Exploration 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Platformer 7.1%

  18. #18 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
    84% matchVery Positive96% of 258 reviews2025
    Dev: BASTI GAMES
    Windows

    Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 9.7%, Platformer 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.3%

  19. #19 OUTBUDDIES DX
    86% matchMostly Positive70% of 285 reviews2019
    Dev: Julian LauferPub: Headup
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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 53%, Platformer 11.8%, Exploration 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Action 6.5%

  20. #20 Anima Flux
    84% matchVery Positive85% of 124 reviews2024
    Dev: Avantaj PrimPub: JollyCo
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Anima Flux is a co-op metroidvania with two genetically enhanced soldiers, special agents of a theocratic dictatorial regime. Fight your way through swarms of mutants through a desolate, dystopian space city and save humanity's last stronghold, if, of course, anyone is still alive...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Action 8.6%

  21. #21 UNSIGHTED
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 2,155 reviews2021
    Dev: Studio Pixel PunkPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    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 49.4%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Exploration 7.8%, Action 7.5%

  22. #22 ANIMAL WELL
    80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 23,932 reviews2024
    Dev: Billy BassoPub: Bigmode
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, Surreal 14.2%, Exploration 10.6%, Platformer 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

  23. #23 Gato Roboto
    82% matchVery Positive94% of 5,104 reviews2019
    Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.3 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 57%, Platformer 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Action 6.8%, Sci-fi 5%

  24. #24 Auridia
    79% matchVery Positive98% of 160 reviews2025
    Dev: Reed Molbak
    Windows · Mac

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.9%, Exploration 13%, Platformer 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Action 5.4%

  25. #25 Astronite
    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 186 reviews2022
    Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Astronite is a 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Recover the planet where you and yours lived before it was invaded by strange creatures.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Exploration 9.3%, Platformer 8.7%

  26. #26 Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
    79% matchVery Positive80% of 2,143 reviews2024
    Dev: Metamorphosis GamesPub: Fireshine Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Platformer 11.6%, Exploration 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

  27. #27 Islets
    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,293 reviews2022
    Dev: Kyle ThompsonPub: Armor Games Studios
    Windows
    Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    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 47.8%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 8.4%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

  28. #28 EMUUROM
    77% matchVery Positive96% of 69 reviews2026
    Dev: borbwarePub: Coyote Time Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A creature-scanning metroidvania. Explore an ancient paradise before it's lost forever. Study the EMUUROM creatures, document your findings in the EMUUDEX, and use what you learn to unlock new paths.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Surreal 18.2%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 8.7%, Exploration 8.1%

  29. #29 Genopanic
    78% matchMostly Positive77% of 377 reviews2024
    Dev: Mobirate
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 10.8%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Exploration 8.9%

  30. #30 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
    81% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 12.6%, Sci-fi 8%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Action 6.4%

  31. #31 Voidwrought
    77% matchMostly Positive78% of 941 reviews2024
    Dev: PowersnakePub: Kwalee
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.8%, Supernatural 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 8.6%, Exploration 8.2%

  32. #32 Lone Fungus
    75% matchVery Positive83% of 1,159 reviews2023
    Dev: BASTI GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 25%, Platformer 18.1%, Exploration 12%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Metroidvania 9.4%

  33. #33 Faerie Afterlight
    76% matchMostly Positive71% of 103 reviews2023
    Dev: Clay Game StudioPub: Mastiff
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Surreal 18.1%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Exploration 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

  34. #34 100 Pumpkins 2
    75% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2023
    Dev: Jeremiah Stilts
    Windows · Linux

    Explore, solve puzzles, and fight your way through over 100 screens and return your pumpkin pals!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 10.2%, Nonlinear 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

  35. #35 Moonscars
    74% matchVery Positive83% of 1,466 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.1%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Action 8.2%

  36. #36 GRIME II
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 1,591 reviews2026
    Dev: Clover BitePub: Kwalee
    Windows
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.9%, Surreal 22.6%, Exploration 11.8%, Nonlinear 7.8%, Action 4.3%

  37. #37 Moo Lander
    74% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2022
    Dev: The Sixth Hammer
    Windows

    Moo Lander is a 2D action-adventure RPG with metroidvania elements featuring an epic plot, mighty cow bosses, beautiful environments, clever puzzles, and lots of milk!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Exploration 13.9%, Action 8.9%, Adventure 5.4%

  38. #38 Blast Brigade vs. the Evil Legion of Dr. Cread
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 339 reviews2022
    Dev: MY.GAMESPub: Knights Peak
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Platformer 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10%, Exploration 10%

  39. #39 Orange Moon
    76% matchMixed67% of 110 reviews2017
    Dev: Betelgeuse Zero
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Search for new life forms as you try to survive on a mysterious hostile world in the surreal 2D action-platformer Orange Moon.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Action 17.8%, Platformer 17.3%, Sci-fi 14.3%, Adventure 10.9%

  40. #40 Vernal Edge
    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 637 reviews2023
    Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.6%, Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Combat 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  41. #41 Vision Soft Reset
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 155 reviews2019
    Dev: Seafloor Games LLC
    Windows

    Perceive the future in this time-loop metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 9.1%, Exploration 8.1%, Sci-fi 7.9%

  42. #42 Haiku, the Robot
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 3,452 reviews2022
    Dev: Mister Morris Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 10.1%, Exploration 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

  43. #43 Revenge of the Savage Planet
    69% matchVery Positive86% of 3,391 reviews2025
    Dev: Raccoon Logic Studios Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Revenge of the Savage Planet is an upbeat, satirical action adventure Sci-Fi. Jump, shoot and collect your way across vibrant alien worlds, uncovering new gear and upgrades, while discovering various hidden secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Sci-fi 13.9%, Platformer 11.8%, Space 11.4%, Exploration 9.1%

  44. #44 Somber Echoes
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 306 reviews2025
    Dev: Rock Pocket GamesPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Armed with God-given powers, the revived tribune Adrestia is given a second chance to save the universe from her maniacal twin sister. Find secrets, acquire upgrades, and dominate mighty foes through sheer combat prowess as you explore and conquer the horrors of the forsaken vessel Atromitos.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Exploration 9.5%, Platformer 8.8%

  45. #45 Moonlaw
    72% matchMostly Positive70% of 128 reviews2021
    Dev: Scumhead
    Windows

    Moonlaw is a mini-micro-metroidvania about a heroic knight's adventure to destroy a horrible monster on the moon!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 60.9%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Aliens 4.9%

  46. #46 Dimensional Animals
    70% matchVery Positive89% of 61 reviews2024
    Dev: Marcos Game Dev
    Windows

    Five animal friends with unique abillities unite in this metroidvania adventure! You'll need to master each animal's skill to complete your quest! Play as the dog, duck, cat, frog and raccoon at the same time!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Exploration 9.7%, Nonlinear 8.5%, Platformer 8.2%

  47. #47 FOUNTAINS
    69% matchVery Positive84% of 460 reviews2024
    Dev: John PywellPub: Crunching Koalas
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 56.9%, Nonlinear 13.9%, Exploration 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Combat 7%

  48. #48 Crypt Custodian
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,896 reviews2024
    Dev: Kyle Thompson
    Windows
    Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.1%, Exploration 11.3%, Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Nonlinear 7.3%

  49. #49 Pseudoregalia
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 18,186 reviews2023
    Dev: rittzler
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 71%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.9%, Surreal 18.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 10.1%, Nonlinear 7.2%

  50. #50 The Weird Dream
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 114 reviews2024
    Dev: UMO StudioPub: WhisperGames
    Windows

    The Weird Dream is a 2D Metroidvania game set in the ruins of Alpha City. Control a mysterious rabbit, confront mutated inhabitants, level up your skills, and unravel the truth behind Alpha City's destruction.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Surreal 13%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Action 7.2%

  51. #51 Super Mombo Quest
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 869 reviews2021
    Dev: Orube Game Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Action 6.8%

  52. #52 Spaceport Hope
    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 490 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 40.6%, Platformer 18.3%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Action 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  53. #53 Fearmonium
    68% matchVery Positive85% of 548 reviews2021
    Dev: Redblack Spade
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 64%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Action 7.2%, 2D 5.9%, Adventure 5.1%

  54. #54 Ato
    68% matchVery Positive97% of 467 reviews2020
    Dev: Tiny Warrior Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A world of Beauty and Mystery, Emotive Animations, Atmospheric Environments, Visually Driven Story, Metroidvania Exploration and Memorable Sword Duels.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Exploration 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Nonlinear 7.3%

  55. #55 Timespinner
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 3,123 reviews2018
    Dev: Lunar Ray GamesPub: Chucklefish
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Travel back in time to change fate itself, in this beautifully crafted story-driven adventure, inspired by classic 90s action-platformers. Join timekeeper Lunais on her quest for revenge against the empire that killed her family, using time-bending powers to explore a vast, connected world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Exploration 9%

  56. #56 Blue Fire
    67% matchVery Positive81% of 3,056 reviews2021
    Dev: Robi StudiosPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.6 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 41.5%, Surreal 18.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 10.3%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

  57. #57 Overbowed
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 90 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 46.7%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Action 6.2%

  58. #58 LunarLux
    65% matchVery Positive95% of 432 reviews2023
    Dev: CosmicNobab GamesPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 26.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Experience a sci-fi action-adventure RPG on the Moon in the year 30XX! Join Bella in a story of science, truth, justice, and trust, as she travels the silver globe to find a way to save humanity from Comet Coda! It's time to unleash your Lux!

    Why similar: Sci-fi 24.9%, Space 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Exploration 10.5%

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