60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include 2D, Singleplayer, Indie, Metroidvania.
Explore a mind and space-bending labyrinth, overcome challenging obstacles, and discover many strange secrets. Distort the walls around you to reach otherwise inaccessible locations.
Duckles: the Jigsaw Witch
Lured by a vengeful spirit of a defeated witch, our 16-bit hero, and his friends, find themselves trapped on a mysterious island full of deadly sorceresses! What heinous plans does this gruesome Witch have for him? And what is the true origin of the island?
Rex Rocket
Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.
Lured by a vengeful spirit of a defeated witch, our 16-bit hero, and his friends, find themselves trapped on a mysterious island full of deadly sorceresses! What heinous plans does this gruesome Witch have for him? And what is the true origin of the island?
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.2%, Action 19%, Adventure 13.9%, Indie 8.6%, 2D 8.3%
Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.8%, Difficult 20.5%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 7.1%, Indie 4.3%
Escape Zolstar is a metroidvania where you explore, collect powerups, fight enemies, and defeat bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Nonlinear 26.5%, Minimalist 13%, Difficult 10.7%, Exploration 6.3%
Restore color to a vast, empty world. An abstract puzzle metroidvania game focused on exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, Minimalist 15.1%, Abstract 12.7%, Puzzle 12.6%, Exploration 8.4%
Explore the steampunk world in Plateman. Fly over the world of machines full of gimmicks and monsters. Uncover the secrets of Shaman and the difference engine. Try to change this decaying world by Shaman Drum and the special lightning power.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Difficult 20.7%, Nonlinear 20.2%, Action 6.3%, Exploration 4.3%
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Nonlinear 21.9%, Difficult 21%, Exploration 8.6%, Adventure 4%
Alpha Particle is sci-fi action game about a defenceless particle that must overcome it's obstacles creatively
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Nonlinear 18.6%, Difficult 16.9%, Stealth 11.6%, Puzzle 7.3%
A 2D platformer Metroidvania with deep movement and no jump button. Upgrade your umbrella to explore an abandoned planet and ascend to the moon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Nonlinear 22.6%, Difficult 19.2%, Minimalist 11.7%, Exploration 6%
Ra² is a physics based skill game with puzzle elements, inspired by the smallest elementary particles of our universe.
Why similar: Difficult 23.7%, Minimalist 22.6%, Action 17.4%, Soundtrack 14.3% ★, Puzzle 12.8%
Long Tail is a combination of classic snake game with puzzle game based on route planning. Find the best way to collect all coins scattered on the board. Bounce from your own tail, avoid spikes, use portals... No time pressure or failure punishments - anytime you can undo any move!
Why similar: Nonlinear 31.5%, Difficult 23.6%, Minimalist 18.9%, Abstract 10.7%, Puzzle 9.6%
DeltaPhysics is 2D nonlinear platformer - featuring clean physics-based platforming in a dynamic, interactive environment. Master movement upgrades to discover new paths through an interconnected map of platforming challenges and puzzles.
Why similar: Nonlinear 36.4%, Metroidvania 31.9%, Minimalist 15.1%, Puzzle 7%, Action 5%
LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.8%, Difficult 25.1%, Puzzle 8.2%, Exploration 6.4%, Adventure 3.6%
Lost Call is a top down pixel art 2D Zelda inspired game with a metroidvania style map. Take off on a quest through an abandoned and ruined town to stop your phone from ringing all the time, and learn more about the characters who still remain within it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Nonlinear 30.3%, Exploration 9.6%, Adventure 8%, Action 5.9%
Engage your mind with Consonance, a puzzle game featuring procedurally-generated, animated, minimalist scenes. Rearrange the pieces to reveal each unique scene, and challenge yourself with puzzles containing up to 100 pieces.
Why similar: Nonlinear 26.2%, Difficult 22.7%, Minimalist 17.9%, Puzzle 13.9%, Abstract 11.8%
Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.8%, Difficult 24.8%, Exploration 7.5%, Action 7%, Adventure 5.4%
Astronium is a metroidvania with souls-like aspects, with a focus on combat and on getting weapons. Defeat strong enemies, survive ambushes, explore diferent biomes and meet interesting individuals on this hostile planet
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Difficult 22.8%, Nonlinear 12.4%, Exploration 6.3%, Action 6%
Explore a broken world. Fight with a silent machine. Solve puzzles that break the rules. The game has already begun, even on this page.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Nonlinear 25.6%, Puzzle 12.3%, Exploration 10.4%, Action 5.3%
Seedless Light is a 2d action-adventure game focused on combat and exploration with a unique and contemplative world of fantastic and vibrant creatures driven by a touching and atmospheric soundtrack.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, Difficult 24.7%, Exploration 9.4%, Soundtrack 5.8% ★, Adventure 4.6%
The Chaos Rider finally wakes up after ages. Explore a mysterious island with tons of secrets and treasures to discover ! Fight your way through hordes of enemies and fulfill the dream of the Great Architect. Create your own playstyle, beat bosses and do crazy platforming in this epic adventure game
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, Difficult 25.1%, Nonlinear 10.9%, Exploration 9.2%, Action 5.1%
Outsmart your past self in a battle of cause and effect. Explore an interconnected clay world, discover its hidden rules, and uncover the secrets it would rather keep buried.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Nonlinear 24.3%, Difficult 14.1%, Puzzle 10.5%, Exploration 7.7%
Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Nonlinear 27%, Difficult 19.1%, Exploration 5.8%, Action 3.6%
Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Nonlinear 17.6%, Difficult 13.7%, Exploration 8.3%, Puzzle 8.1%
Laser Maze is a puzzle game that takes place in an abandoned space station where you solve puzzles by redirecting lasers, moving boxes, and navigating through computer terminals.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Nonlinear 18.8%, Minimalist 13%, Puzzle 11.4%, Abstract 8.4%
Explore an intricate new world of secrets and adventure. Features solid 2D Zelda-like gameplay, 12 vast non-linear dungeons and a wholesome story about the young golem Linden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Nonlinear 25.7%, Puzzle 11.7%, Exploration 9%, Top-Down 5.5%
Weapon Devourer is a psychological horror game with souls-like and 1930's cartoon vibes, blending subtle puzzles. Battle sentient weapons, dodge their attacks, metamorphose into a fearsome entity to overcome powerful challenges, and synthesize mighty combinations by diving into the Shield's belly.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Nonlinear 22.2%, Difficult 19.1%, Puzzle 10.6%, Exploration 7.8%
Master Key is a top-down adventure game with a strong focus on item-based exploration and secrets. Embark on a journey to discover what that key could be used for and meet colorful characters!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Nonlinear 20%, Minimalist 16.9%, Exploration 7.3%, Difficult 6.1%
Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.8%, Difficult 21.2%, Action 6.8%, Nonlinear 6.6%, Exploration 6.5%
Seven: Reboot is a cryptic experimental puzzle game. It consists of a wide variety of puzzles of all difficulties. It’s a game about numbers and their meaning. Make notes, construct theories, communicate with other players and solve the mysteries of Seven!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Nonlinear 19.9%, Difficult 16%, Minimalist 13.1%, Puzzle 10.1%
Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Difficult 18.8%, Nonlinear 17.4%, Puzzle 12.8%, Exploration 10.3%
Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Difficult 22.2%, Nonlinear 11.6%, Exploration 5.3%, Action 5%
Juno’s Darkest Hour is a simple but challenging 2D action adventure platformer game inspired by the side-scrollers of the past. Explore the secrets of a vast monochromatic world. Will you succeed against all odds, or will you die over and over again?
Why similar: Nonlinear 34.5%, Difficult 28%, Metroidvania 12.8%, Exploration 7.9%, Action 5.9%
Explore the haunting, dreamlike fantasy world of BEFORE I GO, a punishing Metroidvania where you embody the innocence of an inner child on an allegorical odyssey towards death acceptance. The end is inevitable, but will you brave the journey?
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Difficult 23%, Nonlinear 21.3%, Exploration 5.7%, Action 5.4%
A Surreal Puzzle Shooter Adventure Fueled By Madness!
Why similar: Nonlinear 28.8%, Difficult 16.4%, Abstract 13.2%, Minimalist 12.6%, Puzzle 10%
Chiaroscuro is a 2D adventure platformer with metroidvania elements. Explore a world that has fallen into darkness and discover the Lights to illuminate your forgotten past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Nonlinear 23.7%, Difficult 21.2%, Exploration 7.2%, 2D 3.9%
Lingo is a first person word puzzle game with a large, abstract world to explore. With its epiphany-driven gameplay and impossible geometry, Lingo provides a unique and nonlinear experience.
Why similar: Nonlinear 28.4%, Puzzle 15.8%, Difficult 14.9%, Abstract 12.9%, Minimalist 10.2%
Selenetrope is a survival horror game where you play as a lab grown homunculus struggling to survive in a base below the surface of an exoplanetary moon. Battle your insane and misbegotten brothers and stave off a raging fever that threatens to destroy you from within.
Why similar: Nonlinear 36.5%, Metroidvania 23.9%, Stealth 17.8%, Exploration 10.1%, Adventure 5.7%
FLIP THE WORLD! WALK ON WALLS! HALLUCINATE! EXPAND THE BOUNDARIES OF YOUR MIND! Take a challenge in a weird and unique trippy gravitational puzzle platformer!
HeroSquare is a minimalist metroidvania where you must find your missing heart friend in a strange and colorful world full of danger. Armed with your ability to parry & reflect enemy bullets, you will face formiddable bosses, discover cryptic secrets and explore for new powers!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Nonlinear 17.7%, Minimalist 15.1%, Abstract 10%, Exploration 8.1%
Terminate an alien underground base on Mars using the T1 Battle Droid in old school metroidvania style .
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Difficult 25.6%, Action 13.6%, Adventure 9.5%, Indie 6.1%
A world of Beauty and Mystery, Emotive Animations, Atmospheric Environments, Visually Driven Story, Metroidvania Exploration and Memorable Sword Duels.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Nonlinear 22.5%, Difficult 16.1%, Puzzle 8.3%, Exploration 6.9%
In this Insanely Twisted, 2-D action-adventure game, explore unique environments and battle bizarre creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.1%, Action 8.2%, Exploration 8.2%, Puzzle 6.9%, Adventure 6.6%
An alien lost on a strange planet needs help returning home
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Nonlinear 20.5%, Difficult 17.9%, Minimalist 10.6%, Puzzle 8.9%
Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.8%, Difficult 27.1%, Exploration 5.8%, Action 5.7%, Adventure 4.9%
Samurai Yokai is a 2D souls-like metroidvania inspired by Sekiro and Japanese myth. Fight cursed samurai and yokai using deflections and lightning powers. Ascend on cloud platforms, reflect the bullets of foes, explore lush forests, frozen tundras, and uncover secrets deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Difficult 18.8%, Nonlinear 18%, Stealth 9.7%, Action 6.4%
Zolg is a minimalist top-down shooter where you explore, fight enemies, collect powerups, and defeat bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Nonlinear 16.7%, Minimalist 16.3%, Exploration 6.8%, Top-Down 5.4%
Toggle, shift and rotate tiles to turn them all on. Each tile has a grid inside it that affects the whole board when clicked. Explore the surprising complexity arising from the interactions between the different effects.
Why similar: Nonlinear 34.7%, Difficult 22.6%, Minimalist 13.8%, Exploration 9.2%, Abstract 8.6%
In a dying world dominated by machines, use the powers of nature to explore a diverse landscape and devastate your foes in this action-driven metroidvania. As humanity's last hope, the BirdKnight must learn the truth behind the mysterious Heart of the World and restore life to the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Difficult 21.3%, Nonlinear 17.1%, Exploration 7.2%, Action 6.2%
Restore the Sun’s light and end the Eternal Eclipse in this 2D fast-paced action-platformer game inspired by Peruvian cultures. Explore hand-crafted environments, battle and improve your skills to defeat the Four Keepers that stole the power of the Sun.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Nonlinear 21.1%, Difficult 16.3%, Soundtrack 11.9% ★, Exploration 5.8%
Rhombus is a first-person puzzle game where you build your path through panels controlling platforms. Explore and find your way through a compact environment in this small metroidbrainia.
Why similar: Nonlinear 22.2%, Metroidvania 19.5%, Minimalist 15%, Abstract 13.2%, Puzzle 12.1%
Endure... Evolve... Or Die. Embrace the unknown and traverse a vast alien world riddled with bizarre creatures, deadly hazards, and grim mysteries. Seek redemption, and confront the terrifying sin buried in the depths of the forgotten planet Protea VI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Nonlinear 22.3%, Difficult 17%, Exploration 7.9%, Action 5.9%
Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Nonlinear 28.5%, Exploration 8.8%, Puzzle 7.9%, Action 5.9%
Ruby the ghost hunter has a tough gig this Halloween. Explore the haunted mansion, take down some ghosts, battle spooky bosses, and rescue the lost cats!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Nonlinear 23.7%, Difficult 17.4%, Action 13.6%, Indie 5.7%
A minimalist puzzle platformer where each level is more than they seem. Change your perspective on levels to discover new areas. Explore the world to unearth its hidden secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Nonlinear 22.4%, Minimalist 16.2%, Puzzle 9.3%, Exploration 7.4%
Explore the ruins of an ancient city. Solve puzzles to unlock new paths, abilities, and forgotten lore. Read the lost stories you uncover to gain insight into a tangled web of mysteries. Using only your wits and your trusty torch to guide you, you must find a way to return light to a starless sky.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Nonlinear 29.7%, Puzzle 13.4%, Exploration 9.2%, Adventure 5.4%
Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Nonlinear 19%, Puzzle 12.5%, Exploration 9.9%, Action 3.6%
Ceaseless hunger draws you yet a bit closer to the gates of Foghorn. Devour men and beasts alike to acquire a wide array of combat abilities. Through shadows and mold, track down the paling memories of this bygone kingdom, all in a classic hand-drawn action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Difficult 22.6%, Nonlinear 20.1%, Exploration 7.7%, 2D 4.7%
"Absence of Light" is an exploration based shoot 'em up that combines intense bullet-dodging combat with a metroidvania-style level design. Solve, shoot, and shine your way through the kingdom of Luminara and reawaken the light!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Nonlinear 23.9%, Soundtrack 12.6% ★, Minimalist 9.3%, Abstract 7.9%
Hunt down massive beasts and, upon destroying them, shapeshift into their forms in order to use their powers to save or destroy the world. Players with less violent intent can find secret paths to complete Mable without killing anything, including bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Nonlinear 25.2%, Difficult 21.7%, Exploration 8%, 2D 3.7%
A short 2D pixel-style metroidvania where you explore, fight bosses, aquire items and abilities and find secrets. Inspired by games such as You Have to Win the Game and VVVVVV.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Nonlinear 35.6%, Exploration 9.5%, Adventure 5.1%, 2D 3.7%
Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.7%, Difficult 14.8%, Action 10.9%, Adventure 7.3%, Indie 4.6%
