- #1 Aggelos 2
97% matchMostly Positive76% of 84 reviews2026
Dev: WONDERBOY BOBIPub: PQube
Windows
With the Gods of light about to lose the great battle against the Army of Darkness, the Aggelos must learn to embrace his darker side. Explore two opposing realms full of secrets, puzzles and intense 2D combat in this challenging action-platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Precision Platformer 17.2%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #2 Boki: The Summit
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gilad GoodmanPub: Boki: The Summit
Windows
Boki is a Metroidvania, Choose Your Own Adventure, RPG, Precision platformer in which you play as a young mountain goat who must climb a mountain in search of revenge. Dodge, battle and fluidly maneuver through several uniquely crafted areas and biomes to explore the secrets of a tyrannical kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Precision Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Choices Matter 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.7%
- #3 魂途 Xoul
96% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Sounder Studio
Windows
Xoul is a uniquely styled 2D ARPG. You can use the game's distinctive "Custom Combo" feature to create your own chain attacks, defeat various enemies, experience diverse stories, unravel the mysteries of this world—and then make your choice.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Puzzle Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action RPG 10%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #4 Pounce and the Twin Trees
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aaron GibsonPub: VisceRality Studios
Windows · Linux
Unleash your inner tiger! Pounce through a vibrant world & its mirrored corruption in this challenging metroidvania. Master agility, traverse shifting landscapes & outrun danger. Can you unlock the Twin Trees' secrets & save the day? Wishlist now! #platformer #adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Precision Platformer 17.1%, Puzzle Platformer 13.4%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 2D Platformer 10.9%
- #5 Phantom Tides
94% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Kochaloch Games
Windows
Set your course and explore a variety of environments on the seas in Phantom Tides. Battle various enemies and bosses as you collect items to help you on your journey. This 2D style platformer will challenge your skills and wit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Puzzle Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Action RPG 11.3%, Side Scroller 10.8%
- #6 About Cannons & Sparrows
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: About Cannons & Sparrows Creative StudioPub: NA
Windows
Prepare yourself for a visually stunning Metroidvania adventure that delivers a cinematic look and an engaging storytelling experience. Embark on a thrilling journey as a small cannon who hatches from a bird's egg, unaware of its true potential.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Precision Platformer 16.3%, Puzzle Platformer 13%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.9%
- #7 Battery Samurai
93% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Matthewstone
Windows
Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Precision Platformer 13%, Platformer 10.2%, Puzzle Platformer 9.8%
- #8 Crown Of Silence
91% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2026
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 30.3%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 12%, Puzzle Platformer 10.2%, Action RPG 7.8%
- #9 SlideNGlide
92% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: RBCMrRhoads
Windows
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 28.6%, Precision Platformer 21.1%, Side Scroller 16.1%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 6.9%
- #10 Aleya's Ascent
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ursa Minor Games
Windows
Aleya's Ascent is a metroidvania inspired by Celeste and Hollow Knight. Explore a cosmic mountain range and find strange temples, hidden labyrinths, and ancient artifacts while overcoming platforming challenges, punishing fights and chase sequences to return star fragments to the night sky.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Precision Platformer 17.7%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Puzzle Platformer 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.1%
- #11 Fractured Balance
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vrglab
Windows · Linux
A fast-paced action-platformer where your health is tied to the world's stability. Defend energy cores from waves of magical skulls, repair damage, and stop reality from decaying—because if the world dies, you die with it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Puzzle Platformer 14.2%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Choices Matter 8.4%
- #12 Alruna and the Necro-Industrialists
89% matchVery Positive86% of 124 reviews2024
Dev: NeckboltPub: Burning Planet Digital
Windows
Alruna is a compact and high-density Metroidvania, with a focus on sequence-breaking and playing things out of order.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Philosophical 18.5%, Precision Platformer 12.3%, Puzzle Platformer 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10%
- #13 A Forest Tale: Porasy
89% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: Pindó Studio
Windows
Embark on a journey through a new mythological realm as Porasy, an Indigenous warrior. Explore uncharted landscapes, unleash the power of Muiraquitãs, unravel your story, and vanquish the Seven Legendary Beasts to carve your own legend. Are you ready to dive into this epic adventure?
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Precision Platformer 17.2%, Puzzle Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action RPG 8.4%
- #14 Falk
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Miat
Windows · Mac
A dark 2D CRPG where your character build, skill checks, relationships, and quest decisions determine how you survive and which ending you earn.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Multiple Endings 9%
- #15 Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams
87% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Lavadrop Entertainment
Windows
A 2D metroidvania where every defeated Archon becomes a summonable power. Claim six ancient beings, use their abilities to fight, move, and unlock hidden paths, and uncover a sinister plot threatening the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Puzzle Platformer 15.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Action RPG 9%
- #16 This is Love
86% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Monsterdium Games
Windows
Guide a small character through platforming and puzzle levels that explore the emotions of a toxic relationship. Uncover harrowing real quotes shared by those who endured it as you flee an antagonist determined to keep you captive while searching for freedom.
Why similar: Philosophical 19.1%, Precision Platformer 18.7%, Puzzle Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 11%, Romance 8.7%
- #17 Null Path
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nordle
Windows
Your skill, patience, and ingenuity will be tested in this homage to precision platformers! Traverse various biomes, from caves to volcanic wastelands and mysterious towers. Each environment with it's own deadly traps, puzzles, and challenges designed to push you to your limits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Precision Platformer 26.5%, Puzzle Platformer 19%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 8.6%
- #18 Slime:Evo
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Falcon Stories
Windows
A gorgeous pixel art metroidvania where you play as an evolving slime. Learn new attacks and dodges from rescued slimes, and confront the monster lords in their domains.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Philosophical 13.3%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Choices Matter 8.8%
- #19 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
84% matchVery Positive84% of 7,274 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 38.5%, Precision Platformer 17.1%, Side Scroller 14%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #20 The Pale Piper
83% matchPositive94% of 36 reviews2026
Dev: FreeTimeDev
Windows · Linux
Uncover the truth behind your death and your sibling’s in a story-driven precision platformer inspired by the Pied Piper myth. Navigate a decaying, interconnected world where movement is your only defense. No combat, only precision, consequence, and secrets hidden in the dark.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Precision Platformer 21.9%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Puzzle Platformer 11.6%, 2D Platformer 9.9%
- #21 Binky's Trash Service
84% matchPositive92% of 25 reviews2021
Dev: ondydev
Windows · Mac
Storm evil lairs... and take out the trash! Play as BINKY in a perilous, precision platformer where you run a garbage collection service for EVIL LAIRS! Optimize your speedrun strats and empty all the trash in 15 unique and colorful mini-Metroidvania maps!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Precision Platformer 18.2%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Puzzle Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 10.9%
- #22 Witchcrafter: Empire Legends
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Codeward
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 29%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action RPG 11.4%, Choices Matter 10.3%, Platformer 9.8%
- #23 A Stupidly Realistic Medieval War Simulator
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CARNAGE PRODUCTION STUDIOS
Windows
In this big world a tiny hero comes to save the day, Help Nini Ninja escape the clutches of evil by platforming your way through numerous traps, obstacle and monsters, all while trying to collect the keys to escape the room before the clock runs out, on this modern take on retro platformers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Precision Platformer 15.2%, Side Scroller 14%, Puzzle Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 12.1%
- #24 AVELUNE
81% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Skyho
Windows · Mac
AVELUNE is a 2D action Metroidvania. Explore the fallen Kingdom of Abel and uncover its secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Platformer 6.7%
- #25 A Simple Expurriment
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Flat Voxel
Windows
Exploration with puzzles, stealth and kittens with superfeline abilities. Help a cat mom rescue her abducted children by doing typical, not-so-typical and definitely atypical cat things: run walls up and down, turn to liquid and rearrange parts of the alien ship like pieces of a puzzle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Puzzle Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Choices Matter 8.2%
- #26 Royally Frogged
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Traverse
Windows · Mac
Banished from his kingdom, a young frog prince sets out on an adventure to save his people from the reign of King Croaker. There will be many perils along the way for this frog prince, can he swing his way out of trouble?
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Precision Platformer 21.6%, Puzzle Platformer 18.4%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 9.3%
- #27 Torii: Beyond The Gates
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
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 34.2%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Action RPG 10.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #28 SAOMI
79% matchVery Positive93% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: Naoka StudioPub: Naoka Games
Windows
Saomi is a little adventurer who likes challenges and exploring new places. In this adventure, Saomi sets out in search of a very rare diamond that was lost in an old family treasure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Precision Platformer 16.9%, Puzzle Platformer 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 10%
- #29 Restless Lands
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Crackin'
Windows
A Norse mythology Metroidvania where an orphan sets out on a journey through interconnected realms. Master tactical combat, discover ancient powers, and unveil the secrets of a dying world in this hand-crafted pixel art adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Puzzle Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Platformer 9.6%
- #30 Nocturnal 2
78% 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 27.8%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Precision Platformer 14.6%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #31 Soul's Majesty Rise of Gilda
77% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Barış TaranPub: Yoto Games
Windows
Soul's Majesty Rise of Gilda! Story based platform game. Sometimes it will drive you crazy with its difficulty! Overcome obstacles, pass levels and collect the story!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Precision Platformer 20.9%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action RPG 10.3%, Side Scroller 7.8%
- #32 Soul Astray: Outjump the Rapture
76% matchNo user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: MrLeeJr
Windows · Mac
A contemplative retro platformer that intentionally uproots one of the genre's key assumptions: input consistency! Master the "Control Switch" mechanic as you jump, dash and use abilities granted by your immortal soul to outjump damnation.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 21.7%, Puzzle Platformer 17%, Philosophical 15.1%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Choices Matter 10%
- #33 Balloon to the Moon 2
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Prospective Games
Windows
Explore the Moon in this open world 2D platformer with 30 areas. Find all the sacred treasures to please the Moon Princess! Explore the deep caverns of the moon and soar above the clouds. But there is more than what all might seem!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Precision Platformer 18.8%, Side Scroller 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 10.8%
- #34 Edgar's Poetical Nightmare
77% matchMostly Negative20% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: Spacefarer Games Limited
Windows · Linux
A 'poe', steampunk inspired platformer and hack n slash with a poetic story and challenging platforming and stragety based levels with a unique Ghost Phase shift ability! Featuring retro arcade graphics and charming details, this will keep you entertained for hours.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Precision Platformer 18.3%, Side Scroller 14%, Puzzle Platformer 13.3%, 2D Platformer 11.9%
- #35 Sorcerech
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ninhydro
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sorcerech is a 2D Pixel Metroidvania where you switch between unique magic and cybernetic forms, battle enemies, solve puzzles, and make choices that shape your journey toward multiple endings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Puzzle Platformer 9.6%, Choices Matter 9.6%
- #36 Pocket Witch
75% matchPositive96% of 48 reviews2022
Dev: Naoka StudioPub: Naoka Games
Windows
Face different challenges to help the little witch escape from a dungeon full of traps and enemies, where she was trapped by a great evil sorcerer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Precision Platformer 13.6%, Puzzle Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
- #37 Oirbo
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: ImaginationOverflow
Windows
As Oirbo you will explore a labyrinthian spacecraft and discover its mysteries and purpose. Navigate a huge Metroidvania-inspired, hand-drawn, 2D action platformer full of secrets to uncover, areas to explore, and enemies to dismantle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Precision Platformer 15.5%, Puzzle Platformer 13.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #38 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
74% matchVery Positive86% of 99 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 25.2%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Action RPG 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
- #39 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
75% matchMostly Positive71% of 266 reviews2017
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Puzzle Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Precision Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 10.2%
- #40 Swords & Bones 4
73% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: SEEP
Windows
The fourth installment of Swords & Bones immerses you in a new fantasy adventure, with pixel art in a side-scrolling action-platformer style. In this latest chapter, harness the power of magic to emerge victorious!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Precision Platformer 15.5%, Puzzle Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Action RPG 9.2%
- #41 The Legend of Thabor - Rise of the Mages
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Ivo ZabotPub: iz-gamedev
Windows
It is a 2D action adventure in pixel graphics. Combines the Metroidvania, platformer and puzzle platformer genres. Experience great fantasy worlds, challenging boss fights and exciting puzzles. Gradually learn new skills and become a master of magic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Puzzle Platformer 16.9%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Multiple Endings 9.6%, Choices Matter 9.3%
- #42 史莱狗(Slimg)
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cow Studio
Windows
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Multiple Endings 9%
- #43 God Edge
72% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Weaver Games
Windows
Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Side Scroller 17.8%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action RPG 9.2%, Platformer 7.2%
- #44 Necrosphere64
70% matchPositive95% of 40 reviews2024
Dev: Any%
Windows
An adventure that will test your skills using only 2 buttons!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Precision Platformer 24.3%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 9.7%, Multiple Endings 7.3%
- #45 You are Peter Shorts
70% matchVery Positive90% of 210 reviews2024
Dev: ondydev
Windows
You are PETER SHORTS! You have been captured and taken to a secret cloning facility. Can you escape with your newly-cloned brethren?
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Precision Platformer 14.6%, Puzzle Platformer 13.7%, Side Scroller 12%, 2D Platformer 11.3%
- #46 Dr. Atominus
73% matchPositive81% of 21 reviews2020
Dev: Pikku-a
Windows · Linux
Dr. Atominus is a short platformer with metroidvania elements and a cool sci-fi story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Multiple Endings 10.8%, Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
- #47 Lillusion
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: The Night Owls
Windows
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 27.1%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action RPG 10.3%, Platformer 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #48 Wolf Knight Memoir
69% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Phat Playing Panda
Windows · Mac
Take command of the Wolf Knight to help him remember his dramatic past life through a story driven adventure and test your skills in this challenging Metroidvania game with die and retry platforming features happening in the fantastic 2D hand drawned world of Aurora.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Precision Platformer 19.8%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
- #49 Alchemist's Mountain
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Evil Art Bunny Studios
Windows
Alchemist's Mountain is a classic platforming puzzle dungeon adventure with a literal twist! Rotate the dungeons to solve them and chart your path to the pinnacle of the Starfall Spire where legends rumor lie the secret to immortality and everlasting wealth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Puzzle Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action RPG 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
- #50 Hatup
70% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2022
Dev: Naoka StudioPub: Naoka Games
Windows
In Hatup you'll have the mission to go through different challenges with your hat that will allow you to progress through the game's stages. Using different mechanics you will face many challenges and with different levels of difficulty.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Precision Platformer 16.9%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Puzzle Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 12%
- #51 Reina and Jericho
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Reclamation Games
Windows
Create a perfect chain of cause and effect in Reina & Jericho, an intense story-driven adventure through a fortress defended by Reina's worst enemies. Confront Reina's past, present, and future as she battles her foes and bends time itself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Precision Platformer 17.5%, Puzzle Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 8%, Multiple Endings 7.9%
- #52 Homeshift
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Harjutales
Windows
Guide a young boy through fears and dark caverns, in hopes of reaching a happy home. Homeshift sees you platforming in diverse environments, utilising your wits and tools to overcome challenges in creative ways.
Why similar: Philosophical 21.5%, Precision Platformer 19.2%, Puzzle Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Side Scroller 10.9%
- #53 Alruna: End of History
66% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2026
Dev: NeckboltPub: Burning Planet Digital
Windows
Alruna; now in wide-screen! A different kind of Metroidvania, a tour-de-force of game design, with world-class temples and dungeons. Dead men yearn for Heaven, but Elysium remains out of their grasp.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Precision Platformer 17%, Puzzle Platformer 13.4%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 10.2%
- #54 Jumper Jon
67% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Ogre Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jumper Jon is a 30-second metroidvania-style platforming adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Precision Platformer 16.8%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.6%
- #55 Star Overhead
68% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Beam Dream TeamPub: Beam Dream Team LLC
Windows
Star Overhead is a short but challenging 2D platformer following a retired military chaplain turned pastor. On his deathbed, he uses his connection to music to process his journey into the great beyond.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 28.7%, Puzzle Platformer 18.8%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Philosophical 15.8%, Platformer 10%
- #56 Endless Night: The Darkness Within
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Guy Games
Windows · Linux
Help Jake survive his inner darkness in Endless Night: The Darkness Within — a psychological action-adventure through surreal dreamworlds and fractured memories. Master fluid platforming, battle twisted manifestations of fear, and uncover the truth buried deep in Jake’s subconscious.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Philosophical 20.7%, Precision Platformer 13.3%, Multiple Endings 11.1%, Platformer 10.3%
- #57 Cor Magnetis
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StaticSpring
Windows
That story’s ending isn’t just “Heartbreak.” Even if you shatter, you can be reassembled again and again—drawing others in, connecting people to one another. Its name is Cor Magnetis.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Precision Platformer 21.5%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Puzzle Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 8.1%
- #58 Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Christophe GalatiPub: Deneos
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 26.3%, Puzzle Platformer 16.4%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action RPG 12.2%, Platformer 10.8%
- #59 Two Parsecs From Earth
68% matchPositive81% of 31 reviews2020
Dev: ABX Games StudioPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Customize a robot with powerful abilities in this Metroidvania-style platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Precision Platformer 16.2%, Puzzle Platformer 12.9%, Side Scroller 12.8%, 2D Platformer 10.5%