
A retro-inspired Metroidvania set in a gothic fantasy castle.Your time is limited: conquer the castle within 30 days, or darkness will consume everything.
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A retro-inspired Metroidvania set in a gothic fantasy castle.Your time is limited: conquer the castle within 30 days, or darkness will consume everything.

The Adventures of Poppe
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.

Legends of the Universe - StarCore
Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.
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 28.5%, 1980s 15.5%, 1990's 12.4%, Platformer 11.4%, 2D Platformer 5.5%
Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Platformer 17.1%, 1990's 12.6%, Action 6.2%, RPG 6%
Tower of Pandemonium is a top-down RPG and 2D platformer where your choices determine your fate, featuring 6 guilds, 6 classes, action, puzzles, mystery and memorable characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Platformer 15.1%, RPG 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Action RPG 7.7%
In Shattered Divinities, embark on an adventure that pits you directly against divinity itself! An ancient War of Gods shattered the world, and their broken power has become the Calamities that consume all life. How will you survive in this land? And how will you uncover the secrets behind the War?
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Platformer 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, RPG 6.4%, Action RPG 6.3%
A metroidvania with: Both arcade and exploration areas - Use finite subweapons for advanced movement - Difficulty from casual up to souls-bourne-ring - Customize with equipment - Build your Town - Complete Quests - Having trouble on a stage? There are infinite lives; no game overs here!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Platformer 13.3%, 1980s 10.5%, Action RPG 7.8%, RPG 7.7%
Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, 1980s 16.5%, Platformer 14.1%, 1990's 12%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%
Challenging retro pixel graphics action-platformer. Become a legendary rogue Janosik and explore the big mountain castle level full of secrets. Available for FREE!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, 1980s 17.5%, Platformer 15.7%, 1990's 12.5%, 2D Platformer 6.2%
3dSen is a unique emulator that transforms NES games into stunning 3D voxel dioramas. Relive your favorite retro titles like never before!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, 1980s 24.7%, 1990's 17.3%, Platformer 12.8%, Old School 4.4%
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 36.4%, Platformer 15.9%, 1980s 14.5%, 1990's 9%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
DEITY SOULS Plus is an 8-Bit Action-Adventure with lite metroidvania elements. Level up found weapons. Find spells. Defeat Deities. Summon Deities. 9 playable characters. Old-school difficulty with an adult gaming twist! 18+
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, 1980s 14.1%, Platformer 11.8%, 1990's 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%
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 37.4%, Platformer 18.9%, 1990's 14.4%, Action 10.1%, 2D Platformer 7.6%
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 45.9%, 1990's 14.1%, Platformer 14.1%, Action 6.8%, 2D Platformer 6.5%
An orc from a small tribe in the Greenskin Barrens. From a blue-collar, working-class family, hunting down billionaire Bear Lords who have taken control of the world. Help Olgob give power back to the people by overthrowing them.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, 1980s 18.6%, 1990's 13.4%, Platformer 11.4%, RPG 5.2%
Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke is a Metroidvania with action and RPG elements. Jump, slide, wall jump, swim, and battle your way through the Dukedom. Other mechanics include pushing boxes, pulling levers, and swinging on ropes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, Platformer 17.1%, RPG 8.5%, 2D Platformer 7.9%, Action 7.9%
The dark lord Rhogul is about to be resurrected and the only man capable of stopping him is dying. Explore a vast open world in this action game with metroidvania elements and join Arion Dorleac in his final days for one last time...
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, 1980s 18.1%, 1990's 12.8%, Platformer 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%
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 30.4%, 1980s 16.5%, 1990's 11.3%, Platformer 10.7%, Action 4.9%
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 29.1%, 1980s 17.9%, Platformer 14.3%, 1990's 12.4%, 2D Platformer 6%
Get into my infected computer and restore every virus-ridden system by recovering game attributes like color or save functions. Enjoy this parody of multiple classic games from 80s & 90s.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, 1980s 17.5%, Platformer 12.8%, 1990's 11.6%, Choices Matter 8.4%
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 35.2%, Platformer 15.9%, 1990's 14.1%, Action 5.8%, RPG 5.7%
A 2D pixel-like Metrovania game, exploring the game world with a unique atmosphere. In a mysterious and huge tree world, as time goes by, trees and plants have withered, the ecology has become worse, life has become scarce, and who will save the world that is about to break.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, Platformer 15.1%, RPG 11%, Action 9%, 2D Platformer 5.3%
Chexie is a teenage girl who, as a result of mysterious events, is transported to the virtual kingdom of Pixgun. There she discovers a magic wand that becomes her key to survival. Your task is to discover the source of corruption in the kingdom and the plight of its inhabitants.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Platformer 19.5%, 1980s 14.6%, Action 10.5%, 2D Platformer 6.8%
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Platformer 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Action RPG 10%, Action 7.5%
Dive into a great adventure in the Game Boy era! Tako will travel the world, explore mysterious dungeons and fight tenacious bosses on his quest to end the war between the octopus kingdom and the human realm. Will you help this brave octopus to spread his message of tolerance and unity?
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Platformer 16.3%, 1990's 12.4%, Action RPG 8.5%, RPG 6.8%
A systemic, dark fantasy metroidvania RPG where you are a young witchcrafter striving to control his power of 4 elements on a journey to find a mythical fifth one and save his kidnapped father. Your decisions count in this branching, thought-provoking story set in a vivid, murky world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Platformer 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Choices Matter 9.6%, Action RPG 8%
Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, Platformer 17.7%, 1990's 10%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Action 6.7%
This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, Platformer 17.6%, RPG 7.7%, Action RPG 6.6%, Action 6.3%
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Platformer 16.9%, RPG 8.3%, Action RPG 7.9%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
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 34.7%, Platformer 19%, 1990's 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Action 11.1%
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Platformer 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Action RPG 8.3%, 2D Platformer 7%
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 62.1%, Platformer 15.9%, RPG 6.5%, Action 5.7%, 2D 3.5%
Aroya Knight is a demanding 2D Metroidvania action-platformer. Master punishing, precision combat where every encounter matters and explore the dying world of Cygnus. Collect charms, pick a path each time, and connect to Lola’s and Lucy’s story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Platformer 16%, Dark Fantasy 15.1%, 2D Platformer 6.7%, Choices Matter 6.4%
A dark 2D action platformer where you fight through fractured timelines, meet mysterious allies, and shift your playstyle to survive. Master fast combat, unlock new abilities, and adapt to ever-changing challenges.
Why similar: 1980s 25.3%, Metroidvania 20%, 1990's 18%, Platformer 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%
In Super Panda Adventures, you play as the brave panda-knight Fu, who is about to finish his training to become the new guardian of the Princess. At the same day of the big celebration party, some uninvited Robots show up to conquer the planet and take the Princess away in their Space Ships!
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.1%, Platformer 28.3%, Action 7.7%, Indie 5.1%, RPG 4.3%
The long-awaited "Director's Cut" version of Montezuma's Revenge, envisioned and programmed by the original developer. It's the super-charged conclusion of the classic puzzle solving action-adventure platformer you loved in your youth! Finally, you will fight King Montezuma!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Platformer 16.7%, 1980s 13.2%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Action 6%
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Platformer 19.1%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, RPG 7.4%, 2D 5.4%
Forge your destiny in Castleward! Play as Frida, a young witch and her living hat, facing cursed creatures in a dark castle. Explore striking areas in search of a way out and fight your own way in this challenging retro 2D action game!
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, Platformer 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Action 8.5%, 2D Platformer 6.7%
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.8%, Platformer 17.4%, RPG 8.4%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Action 5%
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, Platformer 13.3%, Action RPG 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, RPG 7.9%
Platformer based on a 22 year old blueprint. Help Comit boost his was through several planets in an attempt to stop the evil space pirate Krater from taking over the Star System.
Why similar: 1980s 22.4%, Platformer 20.5%, 1990's 15.7%, Action 8%, 2D 6.4%
Face the fears from your dreams to save the kingdom in this 2D retro advenure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, 1980s 17.9%, Platformer 16.8%, Action 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%
LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie, a game originally created for Nintendo's 8-bit console that was never released (at least for now), but is now coming to Steam. It's a classic Metroidvania, featuring the original maps and design from that era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, 1980s 15.7%, Platformer 13.7%, 1990's 11.2%, Action RPG 7.1%
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 34.6%, 1980s 15%, Platformer 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Action 6.5%
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 48.4%, Platformer 21.6%, RPG 8.7%, Action 7.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%
Delve into the world of Super Roboy, a hand-drawn Metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic setting! Learn enemy skills, explore an interconnected world, battle mutants and robots, and uncover the emotional story of a young robot searching for his father.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, 1980s 18.7%, Platformer 12.7%, 1990's 12.6%, 2D Platformer 5.2%
The definitive version of the smash-hit Metroidvania-style action-platformer, Guacamelee! STCE adds new levels, powers, challenges, and refinements to the sprawling, ridiculous, Mexican-inspired adventure of the original Guacamelee! Gold Edition.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.7%, Platformer 28.1%, 2D 9.6%, Action 0.6%, Action RPG 0.4%
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 50.5%, Platformer 18.3%, Action 13.1%, Retro 5.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
In this a Metroidvania style game made in crispy pixel art, Join Rhea , a bounty huntress with a task to save some people who have been kidnapped and taken to an old abandoned castle where there are many dangers, she needs your help to rescue these people and to bring peace to the city of Vaunard
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.9%, 1990's 13%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Action 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
Play as Kento, an Elder Samurai, and face the evil Yokai in this 2D pixelated mini action RPG set in Feudal Japan based scenarios!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, 1980s 16.9%, Platformer 13.6%, 1990's 11.7%, Action RPG 7.3%
A retro-inspired top-down action game where a single mistake means instant danger. Overcome 30 relentless stages and prove a love torn apart by a spirit’s mischief.
Why similar: 1980s 22.4%, Platformer 22.2%, 1990's 15.3%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action 8.2%
A dark fantasy metroidvania fueled by heavy metal. Fight, explore, and carve your path through the ruined kingdom of Lothen.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, Platformer 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Action RPG 8.6%, RPG 7.3%
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 42.8%, Platformer 21.8%, Action 13.2%, 2D 6.1%, Retro 6.1%
“Neon Eclipse: Dominium” is a 2D cyberpunk metroidvania where you play as a ninja fighting against mega-corporations. Choose between 2 heroes, use genetic, cybernetic or traditional abilities. Explore interconnected worlds, unlock skills, produce weapons and face biomechanical bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, 1980s 21.2%, Platformer 15.9%, 2D Platformer 6.4%, Action 6%
Elliot Quest is an adventure/RPG where players explore the mysterious Urele island in search of an ancient demon. With 5 dungeons to conquer, 16 bosses to defeat, and countless treasures to discover and hidden areas. Well-balanced gameplay easy to pick up but challenging to master.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.7%, Platformer 13.9%, RPG 10.8%, Action 9.6%, Indie 5.2%
Revenge against the forces of good! That is the goal of the dark elf Belphora, who wants to avenge the death of her father. Explore the beautiful pixel art world, find items to improve yourself and fight various enemies in this Metroidvania-like game. Fight for glory and revenge!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.7%, Platformer 14.5%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Action 6%
Beaked Buccaneer is a 2D mini metroidvania full of treasures and pirates that tells the story of a parrot who wants to become a pirate legend!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Platformer 15.2%, 1980s 10.6%, Action RPG 8.2%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, RPG 9.9%, Action RPG 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
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 50.2%, Platformer 15.3%, Action 7.4%, Dark Fantasy 7%, Retro 6.1%
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 42.4%, Platformer 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Action 8.3%, 2D 6.5%
"KOKORONULL" is a hardcore action game that adds the element of "slipperiness" to the usual platform action gameplay. Conquering all 20 stages is an impressive achievement.
Why similar: Platformer 25%, 1980s 17.1%, 1990's 11.7%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, 2D 8.2%
What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.8%, Platformer 23.2%, Action 8.9%, Indie 5.1%