Games Like Pale Cinder

A grand evil has cast the world into the Forever Night. Play as Renima, a celestial guardian awakened after millennia to hunt the demons who shattered the balance between realms. Explore the esoteric world of Azareth, uncover forgotten secrets, and restore light to a dying world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 25.6%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Platformer 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%

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 23.5%, Souls-like 21.7%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Platformer 7.8%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

Sinweaver is a 2D Metroidvania Lite that has you cutting your way through fallen angels and cultists alike as you fight your way through hell to escape a grim afterlife. Explore levels and an interactive overworld map to uncover the worlds secrets and why heavens mightiest have fallen to darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 24.3%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

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 32.5%, Metroidvania 27.9%, Hack and Slash 10.1%, Action-Adventure 5.9%, Platformer 5.8%

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 21.4%, Souls-like 19.9%, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Dark 8.1%

Blood of Yamin is a stylish metroidvania RPG where you can forge your own playstyle. Powered by the essence of a dead god, explore a gorgeous 2D world on the cusp of the industrial revolution, conquer powerful foes, and confront the unknown horrors lurking beneath the surface.

Why similar: Souls-like 21.6%, Metroidvania 21.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Dark 8.3%, Platformer 8.2%

Spright is a 2D action-adventure about a lone warrior in a diving helm, drawn into the ruins of a fallen world. Craft weapons, bend spacetime, and fight through hostile environments, survive ambushes, and explore strange realms.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Souls-like 25.8%, Platformer 11.5%, Dark 6.9%, Action-Adventure 5.2%

Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 30.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Action 4.3%

The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.

Why similar: Souls-like 23.6%, Metroidvania 21.4%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Dark Fantasy 5.9%

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: Souls-like 24.5%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Platformer 8%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

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: Souls-like 29%, Metroidvania 28.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Platformer 5.7%

A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!

Why similar: Souls-like 24.8%, Metroidvania 23.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Platformer 7.5%

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 25.2%, Souls-like 24.3%, Platformer 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Action-Adventure 8%

Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 26.2%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Atmospheric 4%

Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Souls-like 31.6%, Dark 7.2%, Action-Adventure 5.8%, Adventure 5.4%

Human vs Food is a challenging action platformer game set in a world where food has taken over the world. In battle, you will have to destroy food a lot and skillfully. Explore 100 levels, play as 6 different characters with different skills. Save the world!

Why similar: Souls-like 26.1%, Metroidvania 23%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Dark 7.6%, Atmospheric 5.4%

Clash with tainted beasts as Divynia changes from the mundane to the unknown. As Aylidia, forge your destiny in a tale about courage and holding on to your beliefs. Will you unearth magic's greatest question, or are some mysteries better left untouched? Find out in this epic 2D Adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 28.1%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Action-Adventure 5.4%, Atmospheric 4.9%

Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 29.6%, Platformer 7.9%, Dark Fantasy 7%, Atmospheric 6.5%

HALLOW BLADE is a dark fantasy action adventure set in a vast interconnected subterranean kingdom where you form an unbreakable bond with an ancient possessed sword hungry for souls and vengeance.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.8%, Metroidvania 27.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Character Customization 7.2%

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: Souls-like 28.6%, Metroidvania 28.2%, Platformer 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, Dark 6%

Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Souls-like 21.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Platformer 8.5%, Action-Adventure 7.8%

Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

Why similar: Souls-like 44.2%, Metroidvania 26.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Platformer 4.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.8%

Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Souls-like 26.4%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%

Explore an ancient world in The Malice Kingdom. Travel the rich and diverse landscape filled with ancient ruins, foreboding forests, and haunting mansions. Discover powerful weapons, befriend Whimsical characters, and uncover the dormant secret within the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 24.6%, Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

A dark metroidvania with RPG elements, "Undivine" challenges you to explore, battle, and uncover secrets in a desolate, interconnected world. Customize your abilities, wield unique weapons, and delve into deep lore filled with mystery.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 24.8%, Platformer 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Platformer 8.9%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

"Ends" is a classic 2D horizontal board action game. In the game, you will play a dead soldier. In the chaotic order, you will pick up the broken weapons again, explore the broken world, challenge the changing creatures, and find your final destination.

Why similar: Souls-like 33%, Metroidvania 21.7%, Dark 16.8%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Action 8.6%

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: Souls-like 22.8%, Metroidvania 22.2%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Platformer 7.9%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 23.3%, Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%

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 31%, Souls-like 30.1%, Hack and Slash 7.9%, Platformer 6.7%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

Spell-based souls-like combat, with an interconnected world.

Why similar: Souls-like 26%, Metroidvania 23.8%, Dark 13%, Platformer 7.7%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.1%, Metroidvania 28.6%, Dark 10.1%, Platformer 7.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%

The lighthouse has gone dark! You awake as Mothboy, last in a long line of lightkeepers summoned when something goes wrong. In this action packed adventure you climb, fight and explore the depths of Cliff Kingdom searching for the lost light.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Souls-like 29.7%, Platformer 9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Dark 5.3%

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 38.9%, Souls-like 34.3%, Platformer 13.6%, Action 4.1%, 2D 4%

As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Metroidvania 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Dark 8.7%, Platformer 7.9%

Soul of Kaeru is a Metroidvania-inspired VR game! Explore each corners of a miniature world set in an ancient samurai's zen garden where nature took back his right! But beware of the little creatures and insects, as they may not be as friendly as you would think...

Why similar: Souls-like 27.4%, Metroidvania 26.8%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

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 32.3%, Souls-like 30.3%, Platformer 6.7%, Atmospheric 6.6%, Action-Adventure 5.6%

Uncured, Unhinged, Unyielding. In this unique roguelike platformer you slash your path through masses of infectuous beasts, relentless constructs of steel, and corrupt militaries that stand between you and the antivirus. Begin your journey to the heart of the capital before the time runs out.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 25.9%, Hack and Slash 18%, Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Souls-like 49.4%, Metroidvania 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Platformer 5.1%, Dark 4.1%

Experience the emotional life of a zombie with his butt stuck in a microwave. It's a 2D platformer with critical thinking based combat where each different enemy feels like a puzzle to solve instead of relying on brute hack & slash tactics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Souls-like 25.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Platformer 8.3%

The Golden Eyed Ghosts is a dark fantasy soulslike heavily influenced by the legacy of Zelda adventures, set in the crumbling kingdom of Andromeda. As exiled warrior Orion, search for a way to restore his memories and unravel a terrifying conspiracy.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.4%, Metroidvania 21.1%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Action-Adventure 6.1%

[DARK SUN] is an action game with 2D black and white graphics. Souls game mode. Explore the post-apocalyptic world after a thousand years, collect weapons, armor, battle techniques, magic, and challenge powerful enemies. Advance through repeated deaths to find the truth of the doomsday.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.1%, Metroidvania 28%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Dark Fantasy 4.5%

Templar is a 2D indie platformer and hack and slash game.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 24.8%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Platformer 8.5%

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 35.8%, Souls-like 24%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%, Action 5%

Explore a silent, crumbling world in Silent Santicado! A retro journey through a fallen kingdom tainted by lost magic. Explore overgrown ruins, encounter a cast of peculiar characters, and defeat a menagerie of twisted enemies as you search for the source of Santicado's curse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Souls-like 29.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Action-Adventure 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%

An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Souls-like 26.9%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 24%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Platformer 8.1%

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 32.7%, Souls-like 30.6%, Platformer 7.2%, Action-Adventure 5.6%, Action 5.2%

Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Souls-like 24.9%, Hack and Slash 15%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Platformer 7.8%

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 28.6%, Souls-like 28.3%, Hack and Slash 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Action-Adventure 5.9%

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 28.8%, Souls-like 23.5%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Platformer 7.4%, Action-Adventure 6%

Dive into a NES-inspired Action-Platformer with Metroidvania elements. Play as an Illuminati henchman battling fearsome bosses and unearthing secrets in an ancient castle. Fulfill your duty… but are you the architect of your fate—or just a pawn in a game someone else is playing?

Why similar: Souls-like 22%, Metroidvania 21.6%, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Platformer 7.6%

Explore different worlds, defeat enemies and challenging bosses, in search of power to destroy the core of infinitevania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 26.1%, Platformer 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

A 3D metroidvania hack-and-slash with low-poly and pixel art aesthetics. As Ryn, a rag doll born from the last light, explore a fading realm torn by the dark witch Stella. Defeat the five wicked dolls, claim their powers, and restore the broken Thread of Life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Souls-like 18.1%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Platformer 6.3%

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 29.4%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 12%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%

In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.9%, Metroidvania 24.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Dark 8.3%, Platformer 6.2%

Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 21.9%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Platformer 7.6%

Forge your magical journey through the world of Syntheria in this action, adventure, Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Souls-like 28.1%, Medieval 7.7%, Platformer 7.6%, Action-Adventure 4.9%

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 39.5%, Souls-like 21.5%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, Hack and Slash 6.9%

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 34.2%, Souls-like 31.6%, Platformer 10.7%, Atmospheric 4.8%, Dark Fantasy 4.6%