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  1. #1 The Flawless: Art's Tale
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bare Knuckle Development
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The Flawless: Art’s Tale is an action adventure game set in a brutal world of cats. Join our young hero, Art, and his droid sidekick for some epic hack 'n' shoot battles, an endearing cast of characters, an unforgettable coming of age story, and a gorgeous hand-drawn art style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Swordplay 18.6%, Side Scroller 13.9%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Hack and Slash 8.6%

  2. #2 Beholgar 2
    96% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 reviews2025
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows

    The barbarian warrior Beholgar returns — and this time, his enemies are otherworldly! Deep beneath the earth, the mighty Djinn King stirs. To prevent his rise and save the world from eternal darkness, Beholgar embarks on a quest for a legendary, ancient sword.

    Why similar: Swordplay 18%, Metroidvania 17.5%, Souls-like 13.7%, Side Scroller 11.6%, 2D Platformer 7.7%

  3. #3 Rune Fencer Illyia
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Nootbox Games
    Windows

    Traverse a massive, ruined and beautiful world in this intense, atmospheric action platformer. Steal enemy abilities and fight them back with their own runic magic and deadly swordplay, as you attempt to find your lost twin sister in the sunken kingdom of Ithos.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 18.6%, Swordplay 18.5%, Souls-like 15.2%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Hack and Slash 7.7%

  4. #4 The Lost Key
    95% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
    Dev: AmmashDev
    Windows

    You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Souls-like 16.7%, Side Scroller 13.2%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 8.5%

  5. #5 Undying Hare
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 妖妖酒
    Windows

    Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Swordplay 17%, Souls-like 16.3%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Hack and Slash 9%

  6. #6 Pipsqueak!
    94% 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 26.9%, Swordplay 20.8%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

  7. #7 Elysian Echoes
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Grinding Crow
    Windows

    Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Souls-like 18.3%, Side Scroller 11.9%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 8.1%

  8. #8 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
    91% matchVery Positive92% of 231 reviews2025
    Dev: Volkolak Team
    Windows

    Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Souls-like 18%, Side Scroller 14.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Hack and Slash 8.6%

  9. #9 Shieldbound
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Bangers
    Windows

    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 21.6%, Souls-like 19.1%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Platformer 8.1%, Combat 7%

  10. #10 Crowsworn
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 18.4%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Hack and Slash 8.2%, Platformer 8.1%

  11. #11 TOOK: The Immortal Hero
    90% matchMostly Positive76% of 257 reviews2023
    Dev: 豆豆萌萌兔
    Windows

    A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!

    Why similar: Souls-like 22.4%, Metroidvania 22%, Swordplay 21.6%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 6.3%

  12. #12 Briar Flame
    89% match6 user reviews67% of 6 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 27%, Souls-like 22.2%, 2D Platformer 8%, Stylized 7.9%, Hand-drawn 7.2%

  13. #13 Hell University
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: zakitaki
    Windows

    Explore yet another indie metroidvania as you venture through the Hell University campus. Conquer the demons that infest the essence of Hell University, and save the school from certain doom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Souls-like 17.3%, Side Scroller 13.6%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 8.7%

  14. #14 Mother's Sword
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Monsitle
    Windows

    Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.

    Why similar: Souls-like 27.2%, Metroidvania 26.7%, Swordplay 12.7%, Hack and Slash 6.3%, 2D Platformer 6.3%

  15. #15 Nocturnal 2
    87% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Sunnyside Games
    Windows

    Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Side Scroller 15.1%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 8.7%, Hand-drawn 7.1%

  16. #16 A Handful of Dust
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BVS Studios
    Windows

    Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 15.6%, Swordplay 14%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Action-Adventure 6.4%

  17. #17 Amusia - Demo
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Amusia
    Windows · Mac

    Play as Lambert, who stumbles across Cadenzia, a world formed by Classical Music, and is tasked to defeat Death himself.

    Why similar: Swordplay 18.1%, Metroidvania 16.5%, Souls-like 14.6%, Historical 9.2%, 2D Platformer 7.9%

  18. #18 Trizna
    85% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Leniv & Bezdaren
    Windows

    “Trizna” is a classic plot-driven 2.5D metroidvania filled with intense battles utilizing the unique features of weapons, evasions, parries, and counterattacks. Explore the mysterious and eerie realm deeply intertwined with pagan beliefs, with blade, magic and a keen mind.

    Why similar: Swordplay 21.4%, Metroidvania 18%, Souls-like 16.1%, Side Scroller 10.8%, 2.5D 10.1%

  19. #19 Godly Visage
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Three Keys Studios
    Windows

    Godly Visage is a 2D Metroidvania with traditional animation. Explore a devastated world, discover secrets, improve your abilities, and face enemies infected by a divine disease.

    Why similar: Swordplay 26.2%, Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 19.6%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 6.4%

  20. #20 Slayer Knight
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Andrew A Powell
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    You are the Knight called upon to explore the depths of these ravaged Lands. With speed, precision, and the swing of your sword, you can conquer the scourge of the Ancients and become the Slayer Knight.

    Why similar: Swordplay 30.2%, Souls-like 22.3%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Platformer 9.2%

  21. #21 Ayna: Shattered Truth
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: designmatic
    Windows

    Become water. Be shapeless, be formless, be fluid. All living things are from water and you can transform water into what it needs to be. Dive into this newly crafted fairytale and take on the journey of finding your place in this 2.8D Metroidvania fantasy world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Side Scroller 13.6%, 2.5D 12.7%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Combat 8%

  22. #22 DEVIATOR
    82% matchMixed68% of 988 reviews2024
    Dev: Gami Studio
    Windows

    Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 21.8%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 8.7%, Side Scroller 8.3%

  23. #23 Akatori
    82% 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: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 19.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 7.8%

  24. #24 Templar 2
    81% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2024
    Dev: Estudio 2Pastores
    Windows · Linux

    Templar 2 is a 2D indie action platform game. Immerse yourself in the darkest, scariest and bloodiest Middle Ages. A story told in comic format, and with spectacular dubbing.

    Why similar: Souls-like 19.3%, Metroidvania 15.9%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Hack and Slash 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.3%

  25. #25 Shards of Memories
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Iron Twelve Games
    Windows

    Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Souls-like 17.6%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

  26. #26 Enemies Within
    80% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: BoomSqueak
    Windows

    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 24.8%, Souls-like 19.3%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 11%, Exploration 7.9%

  27. #27 The Throne
    79% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2024
    Dev: BeByte Tecnología
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    "The Throne" is a medieval adventure in true Metroidvania style. Get lost in a huge castle with 2.5D pixel art environments and increase your power with new abilities you find along the way. Fight fearsome bosses and navigate dangerous traps to make your way to the throne room!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Swordplay 15.8%, 2.5D 15.1%, Platformer 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.4%

  28. #28 Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess
    79% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Pixel Beer Games
    Windows

    Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Swordplay 21.2%, Souls-like 19.1%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 7.2%

  29. #29 Legend of Ertugrul
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Yeti Game Studio
    Windows

    Legend of Ertugrul is a story-driven side-scrolling action RPG inspired by the courage and faith of Turkish warriors who shaped the early Ottoman era. You play as Ertugrul, a brave leader who must protect his tribe, forge alliances, and fight for justice across the lands of Anatolia.

    Why similar: Swordplay 19.7%, Metroidvania 16.3%, Side Scroller 14%, Historical 9.9%, Hack and Slash 8.4%

  30. #30 Midpoint
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Frandy
    Windows

    Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 21.5%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Platformer 9%, 2D Platformer 8.1%

  31. #31 Perspectre
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pitchfork GamesPub: TBA
    Windows

    Perspectre is a perspective-switching Metroidvania where you'll explore a perilous realm, engage in combat with dangerous enemies, and seek out new abilities and upgrades that will change the way you play in sidescroller, top-down, and 3D. Push forward, hack your way through, and re-write the rules!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 15.6%, Side Scroller 13.6%, 2.5D 11.2%, 2D Platformer 9.4%

  32. #32 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
    76% 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 21.2%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 8.4%, Exploration 6.5%

  33. #33 Lamp Chronicle
    78% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
    Dev: Pixellica Corp.
    Windows

    Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 20.7%, Side Scroller 15.2%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 8.9%

  34. #34 Grapixo Arte em Guerra
    76% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Akyoma StudioPub: MIRA AÇU
    Windows

    Scratch in a 2.5D world that blends hip hop aesthetics with action/platforming, where urban art has come to life. Explore dynamic environments, face cleaning robots, and uncover secrets of this vibrant world as you reclaim your identity in this intense and colorful adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, 2.5D 17.8%, Platformer 11%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Hand-drawn 6.7%

  35. #35 Mendacium
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
    Windows

    An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 21.6%, 2.5D 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7.9%

  36. #36 Lumen Inferius
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Death By Gravity Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Explore a haunting and punishing world in this 2D action RPG. Lumen Inferius combines fast-paced combat with intricate RPG mechanics. Traverse ancient ruins, dark forests, and decaying castles, uncovering secrets of a cursed land. Your skill and strategy will determine its fate.

    Why similar: Swordplay 20.2%, Metroidvania 19.6%, Souls-like 17.3%, Side Scroller 13.3%, 2D Platformer 9.4%

  37. #37 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 6,153 reviews2024
    Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Side Scroller 15.6%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Exploration 8.5%, Action-Adventure 5.6%

  38. #38 ALLARA
    74% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: GameDevOcean
    Windows

    Allara is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania soulslike set in pre-colonial East Siberia. Play as a shamaness defending her homeland, exploring mythic realms of the sacred world tree, battling brutal bosses, uncovering relics, and mastering a strategic single-skill combat system.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 19.4%, 2.5D 12.9%, Historical 12%, 2D Platformer 10.7%

  39. #39 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
    74% matchVery Positive87% of 98 reviews2023
    Dev: The Island Games
    Windows

    Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 20.1%, Side Scroller 15.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 8.2%

  40. #40 Moonscars
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
    Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 23.9%, Side Scroller 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9%, Platformer 6.5%

  41. #41 Eden's Guardian
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Voragine Game Studio
    Windows

    Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Souls-like 19.6%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 9%, Platformer 8.4%

  42. #42 Dungeon Dot Ruby
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: IIShots Entertainment
    Windows

    Delve into the Master Dungeon as you explore the unyielding tunnels from a top-down view or hop and bop through expansive caverns in 2d-sidescrolling action! Danger and discovery are to be found wherever you are in this retro-style adventure!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Side Scroller 19.2%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

  43. #43 Crown Of Silence
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nyro Interactive
    Windows

    Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Souls-like 17%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 7.1%

  44. #44 BOGs: Earth vs Sea
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hammerhead Shark
    Windows

    Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 15.3%, Side Scroller 15.1%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 10%

  45. #45 WetBread
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: biksbit.games
    Windows

    WetBread is a 2.5D Metroidvania Platformer, where you gain control of the Dry Rusk, travel through the store shelves of various departments, solve puzzles and fight enemies and bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Side Scroller 16.7%, 2.5D 15.7%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 7%

  46. #46 Ashen Daughter
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Blue Bichon Game Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Battle corrupted emissaries, explore a mythical world, and sacrifice health for power in this hand-drawn Metroidvania. With tight, responsive controls, guide Kára on a journey of grief, vengeance, and forgiveness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 17.5%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Hack and Slash 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7.8%

  47. #47 Awita: Journey of Hope
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: ant_game_projects
    Windows · Linux

    Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 17.9%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 8.3%

  48. #48 Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune
    69% matchVery Positive83% of 2,004 reviews2024
    Dev: IceSitruuna
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Souls-like 16.2%, Side Scroller 14.4%, 2D Platformer 10%, 2.5D 9.8%

  49. #49 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 129 reviews2025
    Dev: Brewed GamesPub: 1312 Interactive
    Windows

    Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Souls-like 17.8%, Side Scroller 14%, 2.5D 12.7%, Hack and Slash 8.7%

  50. #50 Thirayan
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Viyan Games
    Windows

    Thirayan is an action platformer game set in India. A hand-drawn action platformer game offering players new experience with its story and art.

    Why similar: Swordplay 27.8%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Historical 12.8%, Hack and Slash 11.2%, 2.5D 9.5%

  51. #51 ARO: Tales In The Dome
    70% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: 60K Interactive Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    "ARO: Tales in the Dome" is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure game. Play as Aro and explore an elemental world sealed beneath the dome. As the journey unfolds, uncover the hidden conspiracy and face the truth about the world, the dome, and yourself.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 20.8%, Side Scroller 16.6%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 7.2%

  52. #52 Omen Fall
    70% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: WITCHCRAFT VIDEO GAME Ltd.
    Windows

    Omen Fall is an action-packed, story-driven fantasy adventure game that draws players into a past woven with forgotten agreements. Fight against the darkness in this 2D metroidvania experience presented with pixel art graphics.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.7%, Souls-like 17.8%, Swordplay 16.8%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Platformer 7.2%

  53. #53 SpellTome
    69% 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 27.7%, Souls-like 24.4%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Hand-drawn 6.2%

  54. #54 Arishia Tale
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AchuGamesStudio
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in an exciting anime-style metroidvania, where each skill unlocks new areas and secrets on the vast map. Face powerful bosses, acquire unique abilities, and uncover hidden mysteries in this ever-evolving world, all with traditional anime-inspired animation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Side Scroller 19.9%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, 2.5D 12.2%, Exploration 7.8%

  55. #55 Emberbane
    66% matchMixed49% of 95 reviews2026
    Dev: Hamlet Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 15.5%, Side Scroller 15%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Hack and Slash 9.3%

  56. #56 STEAM TRIGGER
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: x-climb Inc.
    Windows

    A riveting steampunk 2.5D metroidvania set against the backdrop of the sprawling metropolis. Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing fusion of industrial progress and Victorian aesthetics as you embark on a journey throughout the city.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Swordplay 20%, Souls-like 18.9%, 2.5D 10.9%, Hack and Slash 9.6%

  57. #57 Twilight Monk
    66% matchMostly Positive77% of 346 reviews2025
    Dev: Aquatic Moon GamesPub: GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 21.8%, Metroidvania 19.8%, Souls-like 14.7%, 2.5D 10.5%, 2D Platformer 8.3%

  58. #58 Momogatari
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sentori Studio
    Windows

    Explore the Yomi world with a sacred weapon that can change sword types. Fight different "Yokai" and challenge the "Kami" of this world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 17.4%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Hand-drawn 8.5%, Hack and Slash 8.4%

  59. #59 LingYuanLu:The Abyss of Spirit
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LiY二月
    Windows

    Lingyuan Records is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania action-adventure game. In the Five Elements world, learn and collect enemies' spells, and use the mutual generation and restraint of Five Elements to defeat stronger foes.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 16.6%, Swordplay 15.5%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 8.7%

  60. #60 Adventure of Samsara
    65% matchVery Positive95% of 58 reviews2025
    Dev: Ilex GamesPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A hero resurrected. A new Adventure. With stunning, 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world, and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. Become the Solar Champion and restore balance to the multiverse.

    Why similar: Swordplay 24.2%, Metroidvania 20.7%, Souls-like 18%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 7.6%

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