60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Platformer, Adventure, 2D.
Nakawak is a handheld style Metroidvania. Explore! Power Up! Escape! This is a retro game displaced in time. Now features expanded content!
Xeodrifter
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.
Narvas
Take control of Mace in this local co-op side scrolling platform shooter as you travel from assignment to assignment taking on enemy bots and dangerous bosses on different planets.
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 29.9%, Platformer 10%, Retro 9.7%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
Take control of Mace in this local co-op side scrolling platform shooter as you travel from assignment to assignment taking on enemy bots and dangerous bosses on different planets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D Platformer 9.5%
Dreamless: The Madness from the Sea is a metroidvania game based on the works of the American writer H.P. Lovecraft, the master of horror. Play as Ambrose Blackwood, a British archeologist whose fate is irrevocably bound to the mysterious city of R’lyeh and to its monstrous inhabitants.
Why similar: Lovecraftian 36.6%, Metroidvania 35.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 3.7%, Action 3.2%
"Once upon a time, there was a family of 4 who lived in a log cabin by the mines. Everything was cool. But one day somebody left the door open and all their pets ran away! This is the story of how they got them back."
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, Retro 15.3%, Difficult 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Adventure 6.5%
Sundered is a chaotic hand-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!
Why similar: Lovecraftian 30.9%, Metroidvania 29.9%, Platformer 8.9%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Difficult 6.1%
A Classicvania action-horror game where you play as Vlad Tepes Dracula, the medieval Voievod (Warlord) of Wallachia. Fight your way through the Dungeons of Edirne Castele to recruit a great warrior sentenced to death at the hands of a man eating Inquisitor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Platformer 8.8%, 1980s 8.8%, Retro 8.2%
If you enjoyed NES games like Castlevania, Ninja Gaiden, Shatterhand, Jorney to Silius you have to try this game! Play as Vlad Tepes Dracula and fight your way to the Wallachian border to take your rightful throne in a new medieval Classicvania game with gorgeous art, and 10 playable characters!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Side Scroller 12.6%, 1980s 9.2%, Platformer 8.2%, Difficult 8%
Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Side Scroller 18.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 9.6%, Exploration 7.6%
Explore three distant planets in this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania, developed for the Game Boy Color. Face mysterious creatures, discover powerful upgrades and uncover lost secrets. The fate of humanity is in your hands!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Retro 12.7%, Platformer 12.3%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
The 1988 classic action-RPG returns! The original creators are rebuilding the code and redrawing the pixel art for a handcrafted Steam remake of a mythic journey across ancient Greece. Support development in Early Access.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Side Scroller 15.9%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Difficult 9.7%, Platformer 8.6%
Play as Captain Grisham, and uncover the secrets of Planet 4-514 in this thrilling prequel to Side Scape!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Retro 9.2%, Platformer 8.4%, Side Scroller 7.6%
Albert’s Journey is a 2d platformer adventure game with a pixel art look.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Platformer 13%, Retro 12.3%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
Years have passed, decades maybe. Little goblin moved on, all but forgot about the great coin trouble, not even realizing that a new trouble is awaiting behind the doors!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Retro 8.8%
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 38.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Difficult 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
The story of the legendary Vlad Dracula starts in a dark dungeon under the castle of Egrigoz, surrounded by horror, death and medieval torture. A retro Classicvania where you get to be Dracula, the medieval ruler of Wallachia, and see his side of the story!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Side Scroller 13.7%, 1980s 9.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Retro 8.7%
Escape Zolstar is a metroidvania where you explore, collect powerups, fight enemies, and defeat bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 10.7%, Exploration 6.1%
Cursed to lose your mind during a planetary exploration, You only have your wits to help you through the perils of you own psyche. Playing as Jorvin the rat, with mechanics similar to "Prince of Persia", defeat your demons and find peace with yourself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Lovecraftian 18.7%, Side Scroller 13.5%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Platformer 8.8%
Discover forbidden lore which warps your body and reality itself. The more you know, the worse it gets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Lovecraftian 17.4%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Horror 4.2%
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Difficult 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Exploration 8.1%
Tres-Bashers is a 2D monster-bashing adventure featuring a big interconnected map full of cryptids, secrets, and more! Find 40 different monster types and whack 'em with your baseball bat!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Horror 10.5%, 1980s 8.3%, 2D Platformer 8.1%
Emilia's life turns into chaos as her family members disappear, one by one. Forced to put her trust in a wolf spirit, Emilia sets off to search the land while pressured into feeding a monstrous power. Will the enigmatic figure she encounters offer guidance, or is Emilia diving head-first into peril?
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Side Scroller 20%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Explore all possible realities as you try and save the universe from the Darkness in this unique Procedurally Designed Mega Metroidvania Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Retro 10.3%, Platformer 9.4%, Horror 9.2%
A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Platformer 14.7%, Exploration 9.1%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Side Scroller 6.7%
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: Lovecraftian 34.4%, Metroidvania 34.3%, Platformer 9.1%, Exploration 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
Equan, the Watchful Guardian is a challenging retro platformer in which players control, Equan, an intergalactic soldier, racing against time in a hunt for eldritch monsters before they destroy the universe. The problem is, Equan keeps finding himself dead.
Why similar: Lovecraftian 21.5%, Metroidvania 18.4%, Side Scroller 12%, 1980s 9%, Difficult 8.5%
Cleanse the infected in Plague of Yamorn, a 2D metroidvania. Explore the ruined town of Yamorn and uncover the secrets behind its downfall. Find and craft new equipment, offensive and defensive items. Exploit the plagues empowering properties to gain new powers and abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Platformer 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Horror 7.5%
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 28.4%, Lovecraftian 27.8%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Platformer 7.7%, Dark 6.8%
Sneak away from your boring family vacation and delve into ANCIENT RUINS! Borrow equipment from dead explorers and uncover the secrets of a lost civilization as you leave your parents worried sick. WARNING: The Ruby Chest may contain traces of an ancient curse (and gluten).
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Exploration 8.1%
Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Side Scroller 19%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Platformer 7.8%
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 31.5%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Platformer 9.7%, 2D Platformer 7.8%, Difficult 7.1%
In this classic platformer from 1986, take on the role Sir Randolph as he quests to free the fair maid Amelia from the evil clutches of Spegbott the Terrible. Acting upon an inter-dimensional distress signal from the galactic cruiser SS Rustbucket, don your Omnibolt Mark IV and venture forth!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Retro 12.4%, Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
Fight for your life in this state-of-the-art 8-bit platformer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Retro 10.8%, Platformer 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
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 39.9%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Retro 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
Face merciless gameplay to explore a cursed castle, discover the dark tales of its inhabitants, and kill the gods of a decaying world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Platformer 9.5%, Retro 9.3%, 1980s 8%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.8%, Retro 12.7%, Platformer 11.8%, Difficult 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
Travel to the Tower in the Sea to avert the apocalypse, in this exploration action-platformer. Join Auria, a retired war hero, as she adventures through a beautiful and dangerous world to save her family and the fabric of reality itself!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Side Scroller 15.3%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Retro 7%
A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Side Scroller 13.7%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
Venture into an unusual, alien world full of danger and mysteries in this sci-fi Metroidvania. Grab your gear and face the challenge of sustaining a once-thriving space colony. Can you bring this place back to life? Are you ready to uncover all the secrets lurking in the darkness?
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Difficult 10.7%, Platformer 9.4%, Horror 7.6%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Platformer 10.5%, Difficult 6.6%, Retro 5.5%
Use a Spear Guardian to rescue your missing tribe members! A mysterious enemy has turned the once peaceful island into chaos. With help from your Companion and your Tribe’s wisdom, you must uncover secrets, gain new abilities, and restore peace to the island.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Platformer 12.2%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, 2D Platformer 7.2%
TAYAL IS A RETRO FAN GAME. WE WILL FOLLOW A BOY TO FIND OUT THE TRUTH OF HIS FATHER.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Retro 11.3%, Platformer 11.1%, Difficult 9.8%
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 51.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Retro 6.3%, Sci-fi 4.7%
Set approximately 1 year after the events of the first game, Panzer returns to his role as Raid Leader of the Zergadins. The old team has been "recruited", an all-new state-of-the-art headquarters built, and a world of adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action 6.9%
Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, Platformer 12.2%, Retro 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Side Scroller 7.9%
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 42.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Platformer 9%, Retro 8.3%, Side Scroller 8.3%
HeroSquare is a minimalist metroidvania where you must find your missing heart friend in a strange and colorful world full of danger. Armed with your ability to parry & reflect enemy bullets, you will face formiddable bosses, discover cryptic secrets and explore for new powers!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Side Scroller 14%, Retro 10.1%, 1980s 9.6%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Can Momo find her way out of this dreamscape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Retro 8.6%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Side Scroller 13.2%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Retro 7.9%, Platformer 7.6%, Horror 7.3%
The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.9%, Retro 14.1%, Platformer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Side Scroller 4.7%
Uncover the truth behind your death and your sibling’s in a story-driven precision platformer inspired by the Pied Piper myth. Navigate a decaying, interconnected world where movement is your only defense. No combat, only precision, consequence, and secrets hidden in the dark.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Difficult 10.9%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Exploration 7.3%
Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Retro 9.8%, Platformer 9.4%, Difficult 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Side Scroller 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 11%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
Usurper is a Metroidvania Action-RPG. With Eldritch horrors having been unleashed by the outer-worldly Citadel, your job is to rid London of its terrors. Use the new "Guard" system that rewards skillful play and accuracy, to uncover the massive structure and defeat the nightmares lurking within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.8%, Lovecraftian 34.9%, Action 5.6%, Platformer 4.6%, Pixel Graphics 3.7%
A challenging action-platformer where players navigate diverse biomes filled with unique enemies, tough platforming challenges, and intense boss fights. With tight controls and punishing difficulty, the game rewards precision, mastery, and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Side Scroller 18.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Difficult 9.6%, Platformer 8.3%
What awaits you in the depths of this ancient tomb? Get ready to explore and discover the secrets of the dungeon of the draugr kings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Side Scroller 16.1%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 10.6%, 1980s 10%
Explore EON Association in the wake of an apocalyptic disaster. Maneuver the artificial life EON-3033 to battle paranormal entities. Experience an exciting 2D combat in a world where elemental forces exist. Peel back the threads of ambiguous narrative and discover the secrets of time and fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Lovecraftian 19.1%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 11.8%, Action 3.9%
A game about saving a dying planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Platformer 9.6%, Retro 7.6%, 2D Platformer 7.2%
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 48.6%, Platformer 13.2%, Difficult 11.9%, Retro 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
