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Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 8.8%

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 18.2%, Mythology 15.7%, Souls-like 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Platformer 6.3%

Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 20.9%, Mythology 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Platformer 8.8%

"Children of the Birch" is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the mythology of various Slavic peoples and combining a sophisticated platformer with a depressing narrative.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Souls-like 23.2%, Mythology 14.2%, Platformer 9%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 23.4%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 8.5%

Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Souls-like 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Platformer 8.5%

Deranged trolls. Old thinking machines. Nordic inspired animals with dark backstories. Meet them all in this hand drawn adventure where you play as a moth, born without wings, exploring a dark world in search of the kingdoms lost light.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 24.4%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Platformer 8.4%, Exploration 6%

Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 23.9%, Platformer 9.8%, Hand-drawn 7.6%, Open World 6.3%

Explore the frozen depths of Vesuvius, a 2D action platformer. Set within the sprawling volcano, journey through fantastical alternate realities, battle corrupted mythical beasts, and survive a world steeped in ash and fable.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 27%, Platformer 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 5.9%, Hand-drawn 5.5%

Spright is an epic 2D metroidvania about descending into a vast abyss that twists against you the deeper you go. Equipped with only your diving helm and a longswordm, you will dive head-on into a world that refuses to give way.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Souls-like 23.1%, Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 6.2%, Dark 4.6%

Eden Lumina is a hand-drawn 2D metroidvania. Milo has just a yo-yo, and a whole world ahead of him: vast, full of hostile creatures and unlikely friends, its history carved in stone in a language nobody can read anymore.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Souls-like 23.2%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Platformer 8.6%, Action 4.5%

Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Hand-drawn 10%, Platformer 7.2%

The Guise is a dark metroidvania fairy tale about a boy trapped in the body of a monster. Can he hold onto his humanity? It's up to you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Hand-drawn 8.6%, Platformer 7.9%

Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Souls-like 22.4%, Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, Hand-drawn 7%

Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 23.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 6.2%

Unmask the secrets of a fractured utopia in "Tenebra,"a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where baroque excess meets technology. Collect ornate masks to unlock mysterious powers, solve intricate puzzles, and battle through a world that's equal parts Versailles and Dark Souls.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 18.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Hand-drawn 9%, Action-Adventure 6.3%

WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Souls-like 22%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Platformer 8.7%, Open World 7.9%

Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 12.4%, Platformer 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Hand-drawn 6.8%

Under the tyranny of the four-throated, magic collapsed and darkness fell. Irang embarks on a journey to find her missing family and uncover her birth's secret. In a Metroidvania-style adventure, she explores a decayed world, enhances envoy powers, and aims to restore the lost light.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Souls-like 10.4%, Platformer 7.7%, Female Protagonist 7%

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Souls-like 21.7%, Mythology 13.8%, Hand-drawn 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%

Set out on a journey through Sutra Pilgrim！ Hone your skills, gather powerful Artifacts, meet steadfast allies, and challenge fearsome Yaoguai Kings. Traverse a vast mythic world inspired by Journey to the West, seek the Sutra Pilgrim, and uncover the hidden truth behind this westbound journey.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Souls-like 27.2%, Mythology 12%, Platformer 6%, Exploration 5.4%

Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Platformer 9.7%, Atmospheric 4.8%

Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 25%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Platformer 9.3%, Hand-drawn 8.8%

Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.

Why similar: Souls-like 23.3%, Metroidvania 22.9%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Platformer 9.4%

Unravel the mysteries of these forgotten lands in a hand-drawn, narrative-driven 2D action-adventure, as a white-robed girl awakens in the depths of an abandoned world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Platformer 11.1%, Atmospheric 5.6%

Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Platformer 8.7%, Open World 6.7%

A colorful metroidvania about a catgirl who awakens in a world where the gods have destroyed humanity. Explore the ruins of a fallen civilization, uncover forgotten abilities, and challenge the gods themselves to save a world on the brink of destruction.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 12.5%, Platformer 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%

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 24%, Souls-like 23.9%, Mythology 17.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Action-Adventure 5.3%

Recover scattered gem shards in this puzzle-filled, exploration-driven Metroidvania to restore balance and return home.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 20.9%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Open World 7.1%, Female Protagonist 5.9%

Allara is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania soulslike set in pre-colonial East Siberia. Play as a shamaness defending her homeland, exploring mythic realms of the sacred world tree, battling brutal bosses, uncovering relics, and mastering a strategic single-skill combat system.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 21.8%, Mythology 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Open World 7.7%

Experience the emotional life of a zombie with a microwave stuck on his butt. A 2D platformer with critical thinking based combat where each different enemy feels like a puzzle to solve instead of relying on brute hack & slash tactics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Souls-like 22%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Platformer 8.2%, Hand-drawn 5.7%

🍂The most vibrant Metroidvania about a catgirl! Sandbox elements, divinity, and mysticism!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Souls-like 8.9%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Platformer 6.9%

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Souls-like 22.9%, Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%, Hand-drawn 5.3%

Venture into a frenetic metroidvania and take part in a fight between divinities where you will have to choose between Corrupting Gold and Purifying Light to achieve your ends.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Mythology 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Platformer 8.3%, Open World 7.8%

Demidoff Corp is an atmospheric 2D metroidvania based on Ural folk tales. Explore mystical lands, fight ancient creatures, unlock new abilities, and uncover Demidov’s secret to put an end to the evil that has awoken in the depths of the Ural mountains.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Souls-like 27%, Mythology 14%, Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 4.4%

In a World split by the confrontation between Light and Darkness, where Ancient Civilizations left behind Ruins of once great cities. You are a warrior of Light! The last ray of hope! The Future of this Magical World depends on you!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Mythology 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Platformer 8%, Dark 5.7%

Dimension Drifters is a hand-drawn 2D anime action-platformer that takes players through intense, multi-dimensional combat. Join the protagonist, Ena on her quest to restore the shattered dimensions torn apart by the mysterious 'Dark Drifter.'

Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 17%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Platformer 5.7%

Fight, explore, and collect. Step into the role of a wandering fox in this Eastern-fantasy Metroidvania, braving a beautifully crafted world fraught with danger.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Souls-like 24.6%, Platformer 8.7%, Exploration 5.9%, Female Protagonist 5.8%

Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Souls-like 22.7%, Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7.7%

Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Mythology 17.8%, Platformer 8.6%, Souls-like 7%, Action-Adventure 6.4%

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 34.3%, Souls-like 25.6%, Platformer 7.8%, Hand-drawn 5.7%, Open World 4.2%

A Dark, Hand Drawn 2D Hack and Slash Platformer. Play as Sakinko, a young warrior set on a quest to avenge her father’s death and protect her people from the evil spirits that now menace her land, these evil spirits take the name of Wekufu.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.1%, Mythology 14.6%, Souls-like 11.4%, Hand-drawn 9.2%, Platformer 7.6%

Draw the world as you explore it in this hand-drawn Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 21.3%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Platformer 9.4%, Female Protagonist 6.8%

Endless Night Sonata is a hand drawn metroidvania with classic style animation. Follow the quest of Nicodemos in the "Worlds-in-middle", an unforgiving and dangerous land controlled by demonic forces on a epic mission to find his purpose...

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Souls-like 27.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Hand-drawn 11.4%, Platformer 6.8%

A dark, hand-drawn Metroidvania set in a world where death has disappeared. Fight twisted creatures, uncover forgotten secrets, and discover powerful Boundlings as you journey to restore death to a world that has forgotten how to die.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 24.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Exploration 7.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%

A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Souls-like 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Platformer 11.2%, Exploration 4.7%

A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 27.2%, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Platformer 6.9%, Atmospheric 5.9%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 22.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Platformer 8.6%, Surreal 8.4%

“Trizna” is a classic plot-driven 2.5D metroidvania filled with intense battles utilizing the unique features of weapons, evasions, parries, and counterattacks. Explore the mysterious and eerie realm deeply intertwined with pagan beliefs, with blade, magic and a keen mind.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Souls-like 19.5%, Mythology 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Platformer 7.7%

Discover the power of healing through the pursuit of mastery in the art of waterbending. Learn new skills, explore a living world full of riddles and mysteries that plague the peace between the material and spiritual world. A hand-drawn 2d platformer inspired by digital oil painting.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Souls-like 21.8%, Platformer 11.5%, Exploration 5.3%, Hand-drawn 5%

The Tale of LUMI is a fast paced, metroidvania inspired, action game. Collect powers from Gods and Heroes. Upgrade your Skills. Defeat unyielding enemies. Explore LUMI and unveil the secrets that lie within this puzzling Kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Mythology 19.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Souls-like 7.7%, Atmospheric 5.7%

Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Souls-like 27.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Platformer 6.2%

SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 26.1%, Platformer 10.6%, Open World 5.8%, Atmospheric 5%

Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Souls-like 21.4%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Platformer 7.1%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

2D-Action-Platformer with terrain transformation. Place tiles to reach new heights, block incoming projectiles, or hide yourself from the enemy. All abilities/weapons acquired are equipped at all times. Stand still and hold fire for a laser beam, move and fire for a bubble, move and hold to roll…

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 22.8%, Platformer 9.3%, Open World 8.8%, Surreal 8.5%

Venture into the unknown and begin your quest to bring back the light into a world of endless night. Engaging combat, tricky platforming, and a whole lot of exploration stand in your way as you try to uncover the secrets of this vast interconnected kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 19%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Platformer 9.7%

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 33.6%, Souls-like 28.4%, Platformer 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 5.2%, Atmospheric 4.3%

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 35.4%, Souls-like 24%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Female Protagonist 9%, Dark 4.3%