- #1 Dimension Drifters
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dimension Drifters
Windows · Mac
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 19.5%, Souls-like 17.7%, Adventure 14.1%, Precision Platformer 9.2%, Anime 8.5%
- #2 Vesuvius
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snow Day Games
Windows · Mac
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 26.7%, Souls-like 23.1%, Adventure 14.2%, Difficult 12.6%, Platformer 7.4%
- #3 Ceplion
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mert Ali Barlas
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in Ceplion, a metroidvania-inspired action-platformer. Explore the Ceplion Island, uncovering mysteries and ancient secrets. Engage in precise combat against believers and monstrous creatures. Harness the power of inheritors to bring an end to the relentless war.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.3%, Souls-like 15.9%, Precision Platformer 15.8%, Difficult 10.7%, Adventure 10.3%
- #4 Anokye
95% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Mills Media
Windows
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 27.8%, Souls-like 21.1%, Adventure 14.2%, Difficult 14.1%, Platformer 6.4%
- #5 Unbound: Worlds Apart
94% matchVery Positive84% of 1,307 reviews2021
Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 20.9%, Adventure 17%, Souls-like 10.8%, Precision Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 9.8%
- #6 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
93% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: Innocent Soul
Windows
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 23.3%, Souls-like 21.7%, Difficult 12.4%, Adventure 10.4%, Platformer 8.7%
- #7 Misspell
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
Windows
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 25.5%, Adventure 13.2%, Souls-like 12.9%, Platformer 9.5%, Hand-drawn 7.7%
- #8 Benders of Moona
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lincoln Charlles BorgesPub: Tao Team
Windows
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 25.8%, Souls-like 18.6%, Adventure 15.6%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 9.8%
- #9 Void Memory
91% matchMixed67% of 231 reviews2017
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?
Why similar: Adventure 22.3%, Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 21.1%, Difficult 9.8%, Platformer 5.4%
- #10 Minoria
90% matchVery Positive81% of 2,602 reviews2019
Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 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 29.3%, Souls-like 18.3%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Difficult 8.9%, Adventure 7.6%
- #11 Intertwined
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VoidNode
Windows · Mac
A 2D metroidvania where your final boss is the character you didn’t choose. Play as Seren or Umbra—Master directional spear combat, explore a broken world, and uncover the truth behind your bond.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Souls-like 21.9%, Difficult 13.7%, Adventure 12.7%, Platformer 7.8%
- #12 The Hardest Game Ever
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 361 reviews2023
Dev: AIAdev
Windows
An insanely difficult precision platformer
Why similar: Precision Platformer 25.6%, Difficult 18.6%, Parkour 16.5%, Adventure 16.5%, Platformer 6.9%
- #13 Wings of Vi
88% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,260 reviews2014
Dev: Grynsoft
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Wings of Vi is a challenging 2D platformer in which the player controls the angel Vi, tasked with defeating the Demon Lord Jeh’oul after he is freed from captivity. While inspired by masochistic retro platformers, Wings of Vi aims to cut out arbitrary difficulty in favor of skill based gameplay.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 29%, Difficult 17.7%, Platformer 10.9%, Metroidvania 9.7%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #14 Steel Flood
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Egobounds
Windows
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 24.1%, Souls-like 22.8%, Adventure 11.9%, Difficult 11.7%, Platformer 9%
- #15 Bunny Flush
86% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Tamashii
Windows
Just go up, don't look down. You will be addicted to this platform game that will challenge you to the fullest.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.6%, Precision Platformer 19.6%, Adventure 17.4%, Platformer 10%, Parkour 7.3%
- #16 DREIFRAME
85% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: MrDrone
Windows
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 28%, Souls-like 24.1%, Adventure 14%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 9.3%
- #17 Dimension Rift Zero
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MrDyvik
Windows
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 24.6%, Souls-like 22.9%, Difficult 13.1%, Adventure 12.3%, Platformer 9.3%
- #18 Momento Temporis: Light from the Deep
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 48 reviews2016
Dev: Burning Ice Games
Windows · Mac
All alone, Hania sets out on a journey to find the answers to her past across this uncharted, perilous and magical world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Adventure 28.7%, Difficult 13.3%, Platformer 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 5.8%
- #19 Catting Over It
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SEKTOR Games
Windows
Challenge your jumping skills and immerse yourself in the world of real jumping tactics. The stakes are high, remember, the higher you climb, the harder you fall, every mistake can teach you a valuable lesson, or not, but it will be fun!
Why similar: Precision Platformer 23.6%, Souls-like 23.5%, Adventure 19.3%, Difficult 17%, Platformer 6.9%
- #20 Fading Light
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Punica Games
Windows
In a world of eternal darkness, navigate the unknown with only the glow of your companion, Spark. Craft arrows from the environment to survive, uncover lost secrets of an ancient world, and push forward through the shadows into hope. Will you find your way, or will the dark consume you?
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 16.6%, Adventure 13.9%, Difficult 10.5%, Platformer 9.8%
- #21 Loreninha Paints Dreams and Rainbows
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Eminho & Lorena Team
Windows · Linux
A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 23.3%, Difficult 14.7%, Platformer 6.8%, Adventure 6.7%
- #22 PlayBound
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Sploot
Windows
PlayBound tells the story of Kelvin, a boy whose parents have become fatally boring. Strap on your velcro light-up kicks and equip your POG slammers, because it's time to save the world from certain lameness!
Why similar: Adventure 26.9%, Metroidvania 17.1%, Souls-like 14%, Difficult 9%, Platformer 6.7%
- #23 Solateria
79% matchVery Positive84% of 523 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
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 25.6%, Souls-like 23.3%, Difficult 13.3%, Adventure 9.4%, Hand-drawn 8.1%
- #24 Karma Exorcist
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CyclosPub: Infini Fun
Windows
The underworld lies in ruins, ravaged by evil karma. In this unknown and perilous realm of the dead, you must fight against demonic forces, collect mystical artifacts, face the Yama Kings and the Ghost Emperors, sever the Karma, and reforge the path of reincarnation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Souls-like 17.4%, Adventure 15.8%, Difficult 15%, Platformer 7.2%
- #25 Children of Birch
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UvuikSmoniti
Windows
"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 26.9%, Souls-like 23.4%, Adventure 13.6%, Difficult 11.9%, Platformer 9%
- #26 Lillysia
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mirler
Windows
LILLYSIA is a tactical leaping and landing 2D platform. Player take on the role of a girl who must save her pet from illness by delivering vaccines.
Why similar: Adventure 33.1%, Precision Platformer 28.2%, Platformer 13.3%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, Fantasy 5.5%
- #27 Dumbriel: Magnificent Adventure in Hell
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MadMoa
Windows
Dumbriel is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure set in Hell. Play as a clumsy fallen angel in a twisted underworld. Slash, craft, and dodge through deadly arenas, weird monsters, and hellish traps. Die, upgrade, and dive back in.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 23.4%, Difficult 12.2%, Adventure 11.2%, Platformer 9%
- #28 UnHolY PraYeR
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UnholY CreatioN
Windows
Dark monsters are invading the remote lands... The beautiful exorcist goes there to save the people.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 22.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Violent 7.4%
- #29 La-Mulana 2
78% matchVery Positive85% of 1,051 reviews2018
Dev: NIGOROPub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 36.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The long-awaited sequel to La-Mulana, La-Mulana 2 follows Lumisa Kosugi as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana. Desperate to find the cause of the recent slew of monsters appearing from the ruins, Lumisa discovers the "other" La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Souls-like 20.1%, Precision Platformer 16.7%, Difficult 11.8%, Adventure 8.7%
- #30 Treasure Adventure World
77% matchVery Positive82% of 279 reviews2018
Dev: Robit Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Set sail for adventure with a paper hat on your head and a magical shrinking boat in your pocket, in search of legendary treasures! Solve tricky puzzles, battle formidable foes, piece together clues and dig up secrets to uncover your own shrouded history as you explore this sprawling open world.
Why similar: Adventure 43.6%, Metroidvania 28.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Indie 6.2%, Cute 5.3%
- #31 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
75% matchVery Positive83% of 1,186 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.6%, Souls-like 18.8%, Difficult 11.1%, Adventure 11%, Female Protagonist 7.6%
- #32 Stellar Poetry
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MXL-StudioPub: TrueColor Games
Windows
Stellar Poetry is a 2D action adventure game similar to the galaxy Castlevania. The sorceress, who awakens after sensing the call of a mysterious voice, goes on a series of adventures in order to find memories lost due to the curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 22.6%, Difficult 12.9%, Platformer 8.5%, Female Protagonist 7.9%
- #33 Mò The Frog
77% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2018
Dev: PrimesoftGames
Windows
Mo the frog is a classic 2D platform in which you will have to committ fully to ho through many levels that are present in the game. Dress the part of Mò the frog in the epic adventure to free Avalaar's kingdom from the oppression which the terrible Peter's the troll and his henchmen, the black captains, try to bring by conquering it.
Why similar: Adventure 31.7%, Metroidvania 26.9%, Difficult 15.4%, Platformer 13.7%, Action 7.7%
- #34 Vitavania
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nekod team
Windows · Mac · Linux
🍂The most vibrant Metroidvania about a catgirl! Sandbox elements, divinity, and mysticism!
Why similar: Adventure 25.9%, Metroidvania 15.6%, Souls-like 13.9%, Female Protagonist 6.9%, Platformer 6.1%
- #35 WarriOrb
75% matchMostly Positive80% of 177 reviews2020
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
Demons, giants, mutants, and a talking Ball with hybrid limbs?! In WarriOrb you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one. Will you do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 20.4%, Precision Platformer 15.5%, Difficult 10.8%, Platformer 7.8%
- #36 Unworthy
74% matchVery Positive81% of 848 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: Souls-like 30.7%, Metroidvania 30.2%, Adventure 13%, Difficult 10%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
- #37 Elfscape: Ancestors
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Treestronaut s.r.o.
Windows
Elfscape: Ancestors is a story-driven, old-school platformer with RPG elements. Explore a vast underground world centered around an ancient temple city. Jump your way through challenging obstacles, decorate the city, and collect comics pages.
Why similar: Adventure 29%, Precision Platformer 20.5%, Platformer 11.6%, Difficult 9.2%, Action 7.7%
- #38 Cantirium: God Slayer
73% matchMixed56% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Nekod team
Windows · Mac · Linux
A colorful metroidvania in which you must help catgirl save a world on the brink of destruction, honing your exploration and combat skills in epic battles to challenge the gods themselves!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Adventure 11.8%, Souls-like 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Platformer 8.5%
- #39 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,577 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Adventure 24.3%, Platformer 9.9%, Difficult 5.9%, Action 5.4%
- #40 Lotus Knight
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stinky Tofu Games
Windows · Mac
Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Souls-like 28.1%, Platformer 12.7%, Adventure 12.3%, 2D 4.3%
- #41 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ongar Studio
Windows
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 22.6%, Adventure 16.1%, Platformer 8.4%, Anime 6.2%
- #42 Roah
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 75 reviews2019
Dev: Grynsoft
Windows
A great unknown danger is approaching Roah's home planet. Follow Roah as she explores the world and encountering all of its different factions, uncovering the mystery of what is draining the planets lifeforce.
Why similar: Adventure 23.2%, Metroidvania 21%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Difficult 11.3%, Platformer 8.2%
- #43 Tobari and the Night of the Curious Moon
72% matchVery Positive81% of 83 reviews2015
Dev: desunoyaPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
It's a platformer about magic and whacking things! What does that mean? It means you go around whacking enemies with your staff to get their magic! But ultimately, all you need to do is make it to the goal!
Why similar: Adventure 40.2%, Platformer 14.2%, Difficult 13%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Anime 10.1%
- #44 Nara: Facing Fire
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Glowing Glade Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
In a world where a mysterious energy known as Va flows through and connects all living beings, a child with the power to command this energy was born. As the last of her kind, young Nara must unravel the dark secrets of her power and face the flames and shadows that took someone special from her.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 21.2%, Difficult 12.1%, Parkour 11.2%, Platformer 8.1%
- #45 Briar Flame
70% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: HappyDoodz Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 28.4%, Souls-like 24.9%, Adventure 13.5%, Precision Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 7.8%
- #46 Pigment
69% matchVery Positive95% of 108 reviews2025
Dev: David Stears
Windows
All of the color has been wiped from Huey's world! Run, jump, dash, swipe, and pogo your way through this hand-drawn platformer to restore color to the land.
Why similar: Adventure 24.7%, Precision Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 13.8%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Cartoony 7.9%
- #47 Akatori
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast Games
Windows
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.2%, Metroidvania 16.6%, Adventure 14%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 8.4%
- #48 Hollow Knight
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 542,706 reviews2017
Dev: Team Cherry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 30.1%, Souls-like 21.9%, Difficult 12.6%, Adventure 9%, Platformer 8.8%
- #49 SpellTome
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
Windows
SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Souls-like 25.1%, Adventure 14.2%, Platformer 9.8%, Cartoony 6.7%
- #50 Runic Curse Remastered
70% 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 28.5%, Souls-like 25%, Adventure 18.3%, Platformer 6.7%, Violent 6%
- #51 Kodama: Slumber of the Gods
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VP Games
Windows
Kodama is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure set in the world of Japanese folklore. Experience fast-paced platforming, fluid combat, and a mystical journey through a colorful, spirit-filled land.
Why similar: Adventure 25.8%, Metroidvania 21.6%, Precision Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 10.7%, Cartoony 6.2%
- #52 Somnium Shore
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
Windows
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 32%, Adventure 22.9%, Precision Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 13.3%, Difficult 6.2%
- #53 Aeterna Lucis
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Aeterna Lucis is the highly anticipated sequel to Aeterna Noctis. Following the gameplay steps of the first entry in the series, Aeterna Lucis is a Metroidvania that combines fast-paced combat, a large interconnected map, secret hunting, optional challenges, and a rich and deep story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 18.9%, Precision Platformer 16.7%, Adventure 10.6%, Platformer 8.6%
- #54 Obsidian Legion
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Palisade Games
Windows
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 27%, Souls-like 25.8%, Adventure 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%, Violent 7.1%
- #55 Endless Night Sonata
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Sweeping Avalanche Creations
Windows
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 30.1%, Souls-like 25.6%, Adventure 14.3%, Hand-drawn 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
- #56 Unfair Souls: Darkest Grind
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: SpellSoft StudioPub: Dimitrios Gkaltsidis
Windows
A 2D Souls-Like Pixel Art Platformer.
Why similar: Adventure 36.1%, Souls-like 31.3%, Platformer 14.3%, Difficult 10.8%, 2D 4.4%
- #57 Dark Devotion
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,457 reviews2019
Dev: Hibernian WorkshopPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore the secrets of a mysterious fallen temple and put your Templar faith to the test in Dark Devotion, where no sacrifice is too great in praise of your God.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.7%, Metroidvania 21.1%, Adventure 10.2%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Violent 8.9%
- #58 Knytt Underground
67% matchVery Positive84% of 483 reviews2013
Dev: Nifflas' GamesPub: Ripstone
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The legendary Knytt series continues with Nifflas’ latest creation; Knytt Underground. In this Knytteration; humans have long since abandoned the planet after practically destroying it in a war, five hundred years ago.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.8%, Metroidvania 23.2%, Adventure 18%, Platformer 12.9%, Female Protagonist 6.5%
- #59 Into The Underdusk
66% matchMixed68% of 28 reviews2022
Dev: Stone Crow Games
Windows
Get lost in the Underdusk: a broken world full of danger and mystery. Experience brutal precision platforming, search for collectibles to expand your powerset and regain your lost memories in an atmospheric 2D pixel art adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Precision Platformer 23.6%, Difficult 14.4%, Adventure 11.9%, Platformer 9.2%