60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Adventure, Metroidvania, Platformer.
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?
GLIGHT
Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.
Unbound: Worlds Apart
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.
Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Difficult 13.4%, Platformer 9%, Atmospheric 7%
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 28%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Platformer 11.1%, Difficult 10.2%, Atmospheric 8%
Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Difficult 16.1%, Platformer 12.7%, Exploration 7%, Adventure 5.8%
Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion. She must use the powers granted to her by the gods to rescue her brother as she battles to face the demon lord Mahabalasura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Difficult 12.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Side Scroller 6.7%
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 46.6%, Platformer 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Action 7.7%, Adventure 7.5%
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 41.5%, Difficult 13.4%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 5.9%
Endure... Evolve... Or Die. Embrace the unknown and traverse a vast alien world riddled with bizarre creatures, deadly hazards, and grim mysteries. Seek redemption, and confront the terrifying sin buried in the depths of the forgotten planet Protea VI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Difficult 10.3%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Platformer 7.7%, Shooter 7.1%
A nation is on the brink of collapse and you have been given a special order: rescue the trapped president. Run, jump, and gun your way across its interconnected districts full of enemies and secrets. Uncover the truth behind your mission.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Platformer 12.4%, Shooter 10.2%, Side Scroller 9%, Action 6.9%
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 40.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Exploration 9.9%, Adventure 7.1%, Action 6.7%
Seedless Light is a 2d action-adventure game focused on combat and exploration with a unique and contemplative world of fantastic and vibrant creatures driven by a touching and atmospheric soundtrack.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, Difficult 16.3%, Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 8.9%, Open World 6.5%
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 41.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 9%, Adventure 6.3%, Action 5%
The Chaos Rider finally wakes up after ages. Explore a mysterious island with tons of secrets and treasures to discover ! Fight your way through hordes of enemies and fulfill the dream of the Great Architect. Create your own playstyle, beat bosses and do crazy platforming in this epic adventure game
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Difficult 16.5%, Exploration 8.7%, Platformer 7.9%, Atmospheric 7.4%
Dash and slash through an innovative kinetic metroidvania. The Tower of Time awaits – a rich, handcrafted world fractured by the collapse of time. Slice through foes in tough-as-talons bite-sized battles, and master the way of the bird warrior.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Difficult 14.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Atmospheric 7.8%, Action 6.6%
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 35%, Difficult 14%, Platformer 10.4%, Side Scroller 7%, Atmospheric 6.5%
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: Metroidvania 23.1%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Difficult 10.1%, Action 9%, Adventure 8.9%
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 33.4%, Difficult 13.5%, Platformer 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Atmospheric 6.8%
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 40.8%, Difficult 17.2%, Platformer 7.9%, Exploration 5.3%, Adventure 5.1%
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 35.1%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Difficult 12.3%, Platformer 7.8%, Exploration 7.5%
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 29.3%, Side Scroller 14%, Difficult 13.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Open World 7.4%
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 33.8%, Difficult 15%, Platformer 10.7%, Atmospheric 7.6%, Exploration 7.1%
Explore a colossal creature by blending in with the environment and enemies. Evolve and gain new powers in this hand-drawn metroidvania where you can experience a unique adventure or create your own with a special level editor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Difficult 14.8%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Platformer 9.5%, Atmospheric 7%
forma.8 is a unique take on the proven Metroidvania action-adventure formula, with a striking visual style and a huge world to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Exploration 11%, Open World 10.1%, Action 9.8%
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 36.8%, Platformer 11.4%, Atmospheric 7.5%, Difficult 7.2%, Hand-drawn 6.7%
Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Difficult 13.9%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 6.2%
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 34.5%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Platformer 9.5%, Difficult 9.5%, Atmospheric 7.3%
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 27.7%, Difficult 12.5%, Platformer 8.6%, Side Scroller 7.9%, Atmospheric 6.8%
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 40.8%, Difficult 17.3%, Platformer 8.3%, Exploration 7.2%, Action 6.8%
Sylvaris: Black Reign is a fast-paced, hand-drawn 2D action platformer with metroidvania elements. Set in a chained, industrial world beneath the surface, it features aggressive combat, a risk-reward Overload system, and build variety shaped through perks.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, Difficult 15.9%, Platformer 11.6%, Atmospheric 7.2%, Exploration 6.1%
LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.7%, Difficult 18.3%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 6.7%, Adventure 4.3%
Chiaroscuro is a 2D adventure platformer with metroidvania elements. Explore a world that has fallen into darkness and discover the Lights to illuminate your forgotten past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Difficult 14.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 10.1%, Exploration 7%
Follow the journey of Genevieve Goldenglow as she sets off on an adventure to save her village from destruction by an encroaching corruption.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Platformer 10.4%, Open World 9.5%, Difficult 9.3%, Atmospheric 8.4%
Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Platformer 12.7%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Exploration 6.9%
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 44.3%, Difficult 16%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Exploration 9.4%, Platformer 6.6%
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 40.6%, Difficult 14.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Atmospheric 5.6%, Exploration 5.5%
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 33%, Difficult 13.3%, Platformer 9.8%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Atmospheric 6.1%
An exhilarating action-adventure game set in a vibrant retro-futuristic universe. Embark on daring interstellar journeys, uncovering new worlds, and battling formidable alien adversaries. Upgrade your ship and abilities as you explore the vastness of space to save the Galaxy from a hidden threat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Exploration 7.7%, Hand-drawn 7.6%, Platformer 7.4%
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 37.9%, Difficult 12.6%, Platformer 12%, Exploration 7.2%, Adventure 5.6%
Jump and dash through unknown, labyrinthine worlds in this VR adventure. Fight back against maddened creatures, or cure them of the blight that fuels their rage. Collect treasures, tools, and powers as you search for the source of this ancient ill, and decide whether to quell or unleash it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Platformer 12.9%, Exploration 8.9%, Adventure 8.8%, Atmospheric 8.4%
Explore the haunting, dreamlike fantasy world of BEFORE I GO, a punishing Metroidvania where you embody the innocence of an inner child on an allegorical odyssey towards death acceptance. The end is inevitable, but will you brave the journey?
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Difficult 15.8%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Platformer 8.1%, Atmospheric 6.5%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Difficult 13.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Action 6%
ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered. 10+ hrs of exploration and fast-paced combat from award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, dynamic melee take-downs, and new Master Challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Platformer 13.9%, Action 7.4%, Shooter 5%
This is a platform action game in which you control light in a world shrouded in complete darkness and rely on it to progress. Use the light to travel from place to place and illuminate the buried truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Platformer 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action 9.1%, Adventure 6.5%
Peaky Circus is a hand-drawn adventure about a mime exploring a broken world of clowns. Discover strange lands, battle quirky monsters, learn new skills, and befriend unusual characters in a charming, melancholic journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Exploration 7.4%, Atmospheric 7.1%
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 41.3%, Difficult 15.8%, Platformer 14%, Adventure 10.1%, Action 7.6%
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 38.9%, Platformer 11.7%, Difficult 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Exploration 7.4%
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Difficult 12.6%, Exploration 9.4%, Platformer 8.2%
Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 10.4%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Adventure 7.7%
A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Platformer 13.1%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Adventure 8%, Action 7.6%
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 34.2%, Difficult 13.4%, Platformer 9.4%, Atmospheric 7%, Exploration 7%
VeLM is an atmospheric adventure in Xibalba, the Mayan underworld, full of enemies and traps set by the Gods of Darkness. Unlock the secrets of the ancient myths, defeat the powerful Hun-Came and save the town of San Lamar from the curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Platformer 10.8%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 7.9%
Nightmare Boy is a metroidvania, action/adventure 2D game where you'll meet weird and unique friends and foes. But tread carefully: Quirky characters and their reactions can have game-changing consequences. Be prepared to collect rare items, vanquish enemies, and eventually face your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Difficult 15.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Exploration 8.3%
Immerse yourself in this strange Colorless World. Unleash new mechanics and defeat obstacles, monsters, and bosses. As you unravel a hidden story told between the lines that will shape your ultimate destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Difficult 11.1%, Platformer 10.6%, Open World 6.5%
Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.2%, Platformer 11.4%, Difficult 7.8%, Action 5.5%, Side Scroller 4%
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 43.6%, Difficult 17.1%, Platformer 10.1%, Adventure 5.7%, Exploration 5.1%
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 41%, Difficult 15.5%, Platformer 11.3%, Atmospheric 5.8%, Exploration 5.4%
Gedda Cake is a metroidvania about Dragons and Cakes. Play as 6 characters with unique skills and playstyles, swap between them on the fly, battle dangerous foes and explore the vast sugar-coated lands of Sugria. Help them reclaim their invaded world and get The Cake!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Difficult 14.7%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Platformer 10.3%, Atmospheric 7.1%
Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Platformer 16.8%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Difficult 8.1%, Adventure 6.6%
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 35.4%, Difficult 15.7%, Platformer 11%, Side Scroller 8.4%, Atmospheric 7.2%
Our protagonist wakes up without remembering anything about her life. Your objective in the adventure will be to remember what you did to lose it, and who knows... Maybe you will discover the dark secrets of humanity that SHE don't want you to know.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Platformer 12.6%, Shooter 11.8%, Action 9.2%
