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  1. #1 Gastova: The Witches of Arkana
    97% matchMostly Positive75% of 73 reviews2026
    Dev: MechWolf Productions
    Windows

    Gastova is a lighthearted 2D platform adventure game. As the Guardian Witch of Arkana, Gastova must keep the balance of magic, solve a mystery involving the elemental fount guardians, discover hidden truths, and protect the future of her world from ominous forces before it's too late...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Platformer 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10%, 1990's 9.3%, Retro 8%

  2. #2 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
    96% matchMostly Positive77% of 125 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 32.3%, Platformer 15.6%, 1990's 12.1%, Action-Adventure 6.2%, Action 5.6%

  3. #3 Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 1,726 reviews2014
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 35.3%, Platformer 20.5%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, Anime 5%

  4. #4 Raider Kid and the Ruby Chest
    95% matchVery Positive99% of 248 reviews2026
    Dev: Cacareco Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 40.2%, 1990's 13.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Retro 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

  5. #5 Chronicles of Teddy
    94% matchMixed69% of 335 reviews2015
    Dev: StorybirdPub: LookAtMyGame
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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 38.5%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Platformer 12%, Retro 6.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  6. #6 Blaster Master Zero 2
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 572 reviews2019
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Platformer 18.2%, Retro 14.4%, Action 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

  7. #7 Momodora III
    93% matchVery Positive94% of 1,490 reviews2014
    Dev: rdein
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Platformer 20%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Anime 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  8. #8 Piko Piko
    92% matchMixed60% of 135 reviews2022
    Dev: MarquetPub: KOMODO
    Windows

    Take control of Piko, our hammer wielding heroine, as you bash things up with a big hammer in this cute Anime-styled 2D metroidvania-inspired adventure! Uncover mysteries! Beat the bad guys who do naughty things! Explore the Piko Piko world with her floof fox friend!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Platformer 12.4%, Female Protagonist 11%, Retro 7.3%, Anime 7.2%

  9. #9 Blaster Master Zero
    91% matchVery Positive93% of 1,100 reviews2019
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Mutant scum never learn! Blaster Master Zero makes its Steam debut! Blaster Master Zero is a 8-bit style top-down & sideview 2D action-adventure game that hearkens back to the golden age of the NES. The game features new gameplay elements such as improved gameplay, and a more robust scenario.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Platformer 15.6%, Retro 14.2%, Action 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  10. #10 Odallus: The Dark Call
    91% matchVery Positive88% of 1,361 reviews2015
    Dev: JoyMasher
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    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 41.7%, Retro 14.7%, Platformer 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Action 6.1%

  11. #11 A Dream of Burning Sand
    90% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Eldwood
    Windows · Linux

    Two girls travelling through the desert, fighting monsters and solving puzzles. An action-adventure exploration-based platformer game with lots of sidequests and more secrets than you will ever find.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Platformer 16.8%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Retro 7%

  12. #12 The Adventures of Poppe
    89% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2022
    Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, 1990's 13.6%, Platformer 11.9%, Retro 10.9%, Action-Adventure 6.4%

  13. #13 Cantirium: God Slayer
    88% matchMixed56% of 27 reviews2023
    Dev: Nekod team
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 35.6%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Platformer 12.3%, Anime 9.6%, Action-Adventure 7%

  14. #14 HEBEREKE Enjoy Edition
    87% matchPositive84% of 44 reviews2024
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    Where am I pyooooo??? HEBEREKEis back and so is his great and surreal adventure! A mysterious little creature Hebe fell into a mysterious world. Discover a brand new world, explore every corner, find the treasures with your new wonderful friends, and use their skills to find new places.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Platformer 17.8%, 1990's 14.2%, Action 9.3%, Retro 7.7%

  15. #15 Shantae and the Seven Sirens
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 2,028 reviews2020
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    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 43.8%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Platformer 16.7%, Anime 6.2%, Comedy 3.2%

  16. #16 Amazing Princess Sarah
    86% matchMixed68% of 230 reviews2014
    Dev: Haruneko Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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

    Why similar: Platformer 25.1%, Metroidvania 23.2%, Female Protagonist 21.5%, Anime 9.9%, Action 7.6%

  17. #17 Blaster Master Zero 3
    85% matchVery Positive88% of 490 reviews2021
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    The Pinnacle of Mutant Blasting Action Is Here! — Blaster Master Zero 3's hybrid of sidescrolling and top-down action is back for its 3rd chapter, and more intense than ever before!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, 1990's 11%, Retro 10.2%, Platformer 9.9%, Anime 9.2%

  18. #18 Rubi: The Wayward Mira
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wayward Games
    Windows

    A game about saving a dying planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Platformer 11.9%, Retro 7.9%, Anime 5.8%

  19. #19 Inexistence Rebirth
    84% matchMostly Positive72% of 135 reviews2020
    Dev: Jonathan Brassaud
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 35%

    Rediscover this great Metroidvania game in a brand new version with a lot of features and improvements! Run in a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Platformer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Retro 6.5%, Action 6.1%

  20. #20 Shattered Divinities
    81% matchVery Positive95% of 888 reviews2026
    Dev: 星魂游戏Pub: TrueColor Games
    Windows

    Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.9%, Platformer 15.6%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, Hidden Object 7.1%, 2D 6.1%

  21. #21 Vernal Edge
    82% matchMostly Positive76% of 672 reviews2023
    Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    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 37.2%, Platformer 16.2%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

  22. #22 Alwa's Awakening
    83% matchVery Positive80% of 948 reviews2017
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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 45.2%, Platformer 15.5%, Retro 11.2%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  23. #23 Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition
    82% matchVery Positive81% of 1,267 reviews2018
    Dev: Long Hat HousePub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Platformer 14.5%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Action 9.7%, Indie 7.9%

  24. #24 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
    80% matchVery Positive90% of 1,804 reviews2023
    Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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 38.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Anime 11.7%, Action-Adventure 7%

  25. #25 Back to Home
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Skylaxx Studio
    Windows

    Help Mila to return home in Back to Home! An epic adventure that fuses the Metroidvanias and the Souls Like and makes you travel fantastic places like forgotten caves, high snowy mountains and dark forests created in a “Dirty-Pixel Art” 2D style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Hidden Object 15.3%, Platformer 12.8%, Retro 7.6%, Action-Adventure 7%

  26. #26 Honey's Sweet Revenge
    79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: EtheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
    Windows

    Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.7%, Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Action 8.4%, Female Protagonist 7.6%

  27. #27 Legends of the Universe - Cosmic Bounty
    79% matchMixed69% of 32 reviews2018
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows

    Cosmic Bounty is a metroidvania style action platformer. You play as Jekt, A Bounty Hunter commissioned with hunting down a rebel General named Volgat. Explore areas to gain new abilities and increase your stats so you can defeat powerful enemies.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Platformer 15.1%, 1990's 14.1%, Retro 7.5%, Exploration 6.5%

  28. #28 Escape From Tethys
    78% matchMixed70% of 460 reviews2018
    Dev: Whimsical
    Windows · Mac

    You're trapped, alone and cold on a distant planet. Pursued by a droid with only one purpose: killing everything. You must find an escape. Explore the hostile environment, find secret upgrades and new weapons, and finally make your escape from this dark, hostile planet...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, Platformer 21.7%, Action 11%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Exploration 7.4%

  29. #29 Battle Princess Madelyn
    78% matchMostly Positive73% of 157 reviews2018
    Dev: Causal Bit Games Inc.Pub: Monster Bath Studios Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Battle Princess Madelyn is a game that follows the journey of a young knight in training, Madelyn, and her ghostly pet dog, Fritzy. Join them as they set out on a journey to save her kingdom and her family from the clutches of an evil wizard!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Platformer 15.6%, Retro 11.9%, Action 8.3%

  30. #30 Shantae and the Pirate's Curse
    77% matchVery Positive93% of 3,088 reviews2015
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    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 37.8%, Platformer 19.1%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Anime 7%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  31. #31 Mini Ghost
    77% matchVery Positive95% of 421 reviews2017
    Dev: @unepic_fran
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    "Mini Ghost" is a mini metroidvania in the 80's MSX art style and gameplay. It's the mini prequel of Ghost 1.0.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Retro 13.9%, Platformer 11.1%, Action 9.1%, Female Protagonist 7.9%

  32. #32 Utopia: Haven
    76% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: João Mendonça
    Windows

    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 42%, Platformer 17.7%, Retro 15.5%, Action 5.3%, Indie 5.1%

  33. #33 You Have to Win the Game
    75% matchVery Positive93% of 5,732 reviews2014
    Dev: Minor Key Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.2%, Platformer 16%, Retro 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%, 2D 3.4%

  34. #34 Earthblade
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
    Windows

    You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Platformer 14.8%, Exploration 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

  35. #35 Overbowed
    74% matchVery Positive91% of 93 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 42.1%, Platformer 14%, Retro 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Action 6%

  36. #36 The Ramsey
    74% matchVery Positive91% of 69 reviews2023
    Dev: IKINAGAMES
    Windows

    The Ramsey is a 2D platformer that allows you to play as cute squirrel characters solving puzzles using various weapons. Explore maze-like islands and overcome difficult obstacles with the strongest squirrels in the universe.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Platformer 17.6%, 1990's 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Action 7.2%

  37. #37 Little Beast in the Big Maze
    73% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Castle Teeth Games LLC
    Windows · Linux

    A fantastical, atmospheric Metroidvania platformer where you jump, fight, and expand your abilities to escape your exile and confront the beastly Queen who banished you. But will this fairy-tale end with you becoming a hero, or a beast?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Platformer 16.1%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Exploration 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

  38. #38 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 3,252 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "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 30.8%, Platformer 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 10.2%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

  39. #39 Ichiro
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: SeikaGames
    Windows

    This is a difficult metroidvania style game with 90's arcade mechanics. It requires precision jumping and good highlights to shoot and jump.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Platformer 18.3%, 1990's 14.2%, Action-Adventure 11%, Action 10.5%

  40. #40 CHIP: Rescuer of Kittens
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Khamitovs TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    CHIP is a 2D Metroidvania platformer in retro-style where you are a space rescuer of kittens. Explore The Universe in a shiny new spaceship. Travel from planet to planet, fight against an evil Dr.Meowcraft and robots, save the kidnapped kittens!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.4%, Platformer 18.4%, Retro 15.4%, Indie 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  41. #41 Mystik Belle
    72% matchVery Positive89% of 227 reviews2015
    Dev: Last Dimension
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49%, Female Protagonist 20.7%, Platformer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Action 5.9%

  42. #42 Cathedral
    71% matchMostly Positive74% of 460 reviews2019
    Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 54 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    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 52.8%, Platformer 12.7%, Retro 11.2%, Action 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 6%

  43. #43 Queen of treasure isle
    70% matchVery Positive96% of 101 reviews2025
    Dev: gobou
    Windows

    Poor Windy has come to search for the treasure hidden on the island. The queens who protect the island are not afraid of her as long as she doesn't do anything unnecessary.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Platformer 17.4%, Hidden Object 13.2%, Action 8.9%, Retro 7.4%

  44. #44 Shadow King
    70% matchPositive92% of 38 reviews2023
    Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
    Windows · Mac

    Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Retro 12.5%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Platformer 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

  45. #45 Pipsqueak!
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pond Games PTY LTD
    Windows

    Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Platformer 17%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Retro 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  46. #46 Sandloop
    68% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2026
    Dev: Yoku Games
    Windows

    Help Hura save her village from invaders by exploring the intricate lands of Iman and gaining ancient skills that will enhance her mobility!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Time Management 24.6%, Platformer 12.7%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

  47. #47 Powernaut VANGARDT
    71% matchMostly Positive73% of 51 reviews2017
    Dev: ConfoundGreatJob
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Fight for your life in this state-of-the-art 8-bit platformer!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Platformer 14.6%, Retro 12.7%, 1990's 11.6%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

  48. #48 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 32.8%, Platformer 22.6%, Indie 9.5%, Anime 7.8%, Retro 7.8%

  49. #49 Garrison
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: WKH
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Traverse a broken empire to help the people and learn the truth. Discover items and combine them in new ways to destroy obstacles or enemies as you explore both side-scrolling and top-down perspective areas. Set out on an action/adventure journey.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Platformer 16.5%, 1990's 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Exploration 8%

  50. #50 Ganymede
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Clydeware LLC
    Windows

    Hack and slash your way through a space station overrun with aggressive alien creatures. Collect upgrade orbs to extend your abilities and conquer convoluted movement puzzles.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Platformer 14.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Exploration 9%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

  51. #51 BUDD
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: EngineerKappa
    Windows · Linux

    Join Eris Altair as she explores abandoned planets, battles monsters with her trusty BUDD units, and unravels the mysteries of the Lumina system in this cute sci-fi adventure platformer inspired by the games and anime of the late '80s.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Platformer 15.7%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Anime 10.5%, Retro 8.9%

  52. #52 Alwa's Legacy
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 648 reviews2020
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    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 34.3%, Platformer 13.9%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Retro 10.3%, Action-Adventure 7.5%

  53. #53 Tac-Tums: DreamQuest
    66% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Carlos Sánchez Valenciano
    Windows

    Tac-Tums: DreamQuest is a cozy but challenging pixel art action-platformer. A young boy enters his dreams to rescue his Yaya. Explore magical worlds inspired by Venezuela, overcome enemies, puzzles, and platforming challenges, discover new powers as you advance through this retro adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Platformer 17%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, 1990's 10.3%, Retro 5.8%

  54. #54 Li'l Red II
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Velveteen
    Windows

    Don the red hood and venture into this fabled adventure as Lyra. Metroidvania meets Top-Down Adventure in this challenging, side-scrolling tale.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Anime 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

  55. #55 Environmental Station Alpha
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 1,654 reviews2015
    Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.1%, Platformer 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Retro 6.6%, Action 4.3%

  56. #56 Rex Rocket
    68% matchMostly Positive75% of 267 reviews2014
    Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Platformer 19.8%, Retro 12.9%, Action 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

  57. #57 Iconoclasts
    66% matchVery Positive86% of 5,010 reviews2018
    Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 40.8%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Action 6.1%

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