- #1 Solateria
97% matchVery Positive84% of 713 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 24.2%, Difficult 12.6%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Multiple Endings 3.3%
- #2 Steel Flood
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Egobounds
Windows
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: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 25.2%, Difficult 11.9%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Atmospheric 5.2%
- #3 Anokye
96% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Mills Media
Windows
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 34%, Souls-like 24.9%, Difficult 15.2%, Hand-drawn 6.3%, Adventure 4.6%
- #4 Vesuvius
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snow Day Games
Windows · Mac
Explore the frozen depths of Vesuvius, a 2D action platformer. Set within the sprawling volcano, journey through fantastical alternate realities, battle corrupted mythical beasts, and survive a world steeped in ash and fable.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Souls-like 28.6%, Difficult 14.3%, Hand-drawn 6.6%, Adventure 4.8%
- #5 Aeterna Noctis
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,140 reviews2021
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Soundtrack 21.9% ★, Souls-like 20.9%, Difficult 11.4%, Hand-drawn 7.8%
- #6 Dimension Rift Zero
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MrDyvik
Windows
Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 25.9%, Difficult 13.5%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Atmospheric 6%
- #7 Cliff Kingdom
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Most likely no reason for hysteria
Windows · Mac
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 34.5%, Souls-like 26.9%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Multiple Endings 4.8%, Adventure 4%
- #8 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 26.8%, Souls-like 24.5%, Difficult 12.7%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Combat 5.7%
- #9 Hit n' Bit
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Digital Scorpion Interactive
Windows
Hit n’ Bit is a dark fantasy Metroidvania platformer. Embark on two different journeys where you will fight monsters, explore a story-rich world, and encounter challenging puzzles. Reunite the royal siblings, defy the machinations of old gods, and redefine destiny!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Soundtrack 25.1% ★, Souls-like 24.1%, Difficult 12.2%, Atmospheric 5.1%
- #10 Dumbriel: Magnificent Adventure in Hell
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MadMoa
Windows
Dumbriel is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure set in Hell. Play as a clumsy fallen angel in a twisted underworld. Slash, craft, and dodge through deadly arenas, weird monsters, and hellish traps. Die, upgrade, and dive back in.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Souls-like 27.1%, Difficult 12.9%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Combat 4.4%
- #11 DREIFRAME
90% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: MrDrone
Windows
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 34.7%, Souls-like 28.8%, Difficult 13.9%, Atmospheric 4.6%, Adventure 4.5%
- #12 Hollow Knight
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 558,466 reviews2017
Dev: Team Cherry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 41.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Souls-like 24.8%, Difficult 13.1%, Hand-drawn 6.5%, Atmospheric 4.6%
- #13 DEVIATOR
89% matchMixed67% of 1,009 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 32.2%, Souls-like 27.5%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Difficult 5.4%, Atmospheric 4.6%
- #14 Last Souls
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ruben Wihler
Windows · Mac
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 29.2%, Souls-like 25.5%, Difficult 12.4%, Hand-drawn 9%, Atmospheric 5%
- #15 Aeterna Lucis
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Windows
Aeterna Lucis is the highly anticipated sequel to Aeterna Noctis. Following the gameplay steps of the first entry in the series, Aeterna Lucis is a Metroidvania that combines fast-paced combat, a large interconnected map, secret hunting, optional challenges, and a rich and deep story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 21.7%, Soundtrack 18.7% ★, Hand-drawn 11%, Atmospheric 4.4%
- #16 SHADE Protocol
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Legendary
Windows · Linux
SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Souls-like 27.9%, Difficult 13.9%, Atmospheric 5.7%, Multiple Endings 5.2%
- #17 Briar Flame
84% match8 user reviews75% of 8 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 34.6%, Souls-like 29.2%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Atmospheric 6.7%, Combat 5.2%
- #18 Go Alone
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: orobi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, Souls-like 32.1%, Adventure 7.1%, Dark 5.8%, Atmospheric 5%
- #19 CRAVE
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hang The Eyelids
Windows
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 29.1%, Souls-like 19.9%, Difficult 14.1%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Combat 4.6%
- #20 Shards of Memories
83% 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 38.4%, Souls-like 22.9%, Hand-drawn 16.4%, Adventure 4.4%, Atmospheric 3.7%
- #21 Benders of Moona
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lincoln Charlles BorgesPub: Tao Team
Windows
Discover the power of healing through the pursuit of mastery in the art of waterbending. Learn new skills, explore a living world full of riddles and mysteries that plague the peace between the material and spiritual world. A hand-drawn 2d platformer inspired by digital oil painting.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Souls-like 23.8%, Difficult 12%, Hand-drawn 6.1%, Adventure 5.4%
- #22 ARO: Tales In The Dome
81% 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 28.5%, Souls-like 25.9%, Difficult 13.1%, Hand-drawn 8.2%, Multiple Endings 5.8%
- #23 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: Innocent Soul
Windows
Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Souls-like 28.1%, Difficult 14.7%, Atmospheric 6%, Multiple Endings 5.1%
- #24 SpellTome
81% 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 33.1%, Souls-like 30%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Atmospheric 4.6%, Adventure 4.6%
- #25 Fatal Claw
79% matchVery Positive96% of 168 reviews2025
Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
Windows
Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 23%, Difficult 12.2%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Multiple Endings 6%
- #26 Tenebra
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Broke CoCo
Windows
Unmask the secrets of a fractured utopia in "Tenebra,"a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where baroque excess meets technology. Collect ornate masks to unlock mysterious powers, solve intricate puzzles, and battle through a world that's equal parts Versailles and Dark Souls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 21.2%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Atmospheric 6.7%, Dark 4.8%
- #27 Sorrowself
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vieri Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your sister from a certain death by finding her soul fragments in this mystical hand-drawn world! Utilize a variety of morphing abilities and fight through the dream-like Land Of Sorrow. It is known to be flooded with crying creatures who are creating a chaos under the dark soul Self.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Soundtrack 18.4% ★, Souls-like 17.5%, Hand-drawn 11%, Atmospheric 5.6%
- #28 Human vs Food
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OdGames
Windows
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 27%, Metroidvania 26.5%, Soundtrack 21.3% ★, Dark 6.3%, Atmospheric 5.9%
- #29 Hollow Knight: Silksong
75% matchVery Positive89% of 419,906 reviews2025
Dev: Team Cherry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 35.2 hrsMean: 46.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Souls-like 24.8%, Difficult 14.5%, Hand-drawn 7.4%, Atmospheric 4.2%
- #30 Loreninha Paints Dreams and Rainbows
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Eminho And Lorena Team
Windows · Linux
A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 29.3%, Difficult 16.8%, Dark 8.2%, Combat 2.7%
- #31 THE DARK DWELLERS
78% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: COLNELIUS
Windows
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 27.2%, Metroidvania 26.8%, Difficult 14.2%, Dark 6.5%, Combat 5.3%
- #32 Misspell
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
Windows
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Souls-like 17.1%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Difficult 7.3%, Atmospheric 6.7%
- #33 Vapor World: Over The Mind
74% matchMixed42% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: ALIVE Inc.
Windows
Lost in darkness, a boy drawn into a twisted dream, no way out. Vapor World: Over The Mind is a narrative-driven souls-like platformer focused on deflection combat. Descend into a shattered mind seeking lost memories. Face the dark, beautiful world born of sorrow and regret.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 23.7%, Difficult 12.6%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Dark 7.9%
- #34 The Guise
77% matchMixed69% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: Rasul MonoPub: GameNet
Windows
The Guise is a dark metroidvania fairy tale about a boy trapped in the body of a monster. Can he hold onto his humanity? It's up to you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 24.4%, Difficult 12.5%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Atmospheric 5.9%
- #35 Nine Sols
73% matchVery Positive94% of 45,033 reviews2024
Dev: RedCandleGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Souls-like 25.7%, Difficult 13.5%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Atmospheric 4.8%
- #36 Imp of the Sun
76% matchMixed65% of 248 reviews2022
Dev: Sunwolf EntertainmentPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
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: Soundtrack 25% ★, Metroidvania 23%, Hand-drawn 15.4%, Difficult 10.6%, Atmospheric 5.3%
- #37 止境 Ends
75% matchPositive92% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: 正人君子杨某人
Windows
"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 34.1%, Metroidvania 24.9%, Dark 13.9%, Adventure 10.3%, Combat 5.3%
- #38 LUNARIS
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Richard BuenoPub: Two Void Studios
Windows
LUNARIS is a 2D metroidvania with fast and fluid combat. Defeat brutal bosses, unlock new abilities. Master jumps, dashes, and precise strikes as you traverse the dangerous ruins of the Mountains of Kaliman in an adrenaline-filled abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Souls-like 21.6%, Difficult 13.6%, Combat 6.8%, Adventure 4.5%
- #39 Spright
71% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Studio Wallnut
Windows
Spright is an epic 2D metroidvania about descending into a vast abyss that twists against you the deeper you go. Equipped with only your diving helm and a longswordm, you will dive head-on into a world that refuses to give way.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Souls-like 28.7%, Dark 6.2%, Adventure 6.1%, Atmospheric 3.7%
- #40 Salt and Sanctuary
74% matchVery Positive89% of 21,853 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 50%, Metroidvania 26.9%, Difficult 11%, Dark 3.3%, 2D 2.5%
- #41 Intertwined
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VoidNode
Windows · Mac
A 2D metroidvania where your final boss is the character you didn’t choose. Play as Seren or Umbra—Master directional spear combat, explore a broken world, and uncover the truth behind your bond.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Souls-like 29%, Difficult 16.5%, Atmospheric 5.1%, Adventure 4.6%
- #42 Children of Birch
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UvuikSmoniti
Windows
"Children of the Birch" is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the mythology of various Slavic peoples and combining a sophisticated platformer with a depressing narrative.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Souls-like 29.8%, Difficult 13.9%, Atmospheric 5.2%, Adventure 4.7%
- #43 Barbarian Saga: The Beastmaster
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dormidin StudioPub: Selecta Play
Windows
A classic hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania action game, it's time for revenge! Use your Beastmaster skills to unleash your inner beast, fight with your heart-devouring sword and end the threat to Arborea, you decide the ending.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Soundtrack 22.8% ★, Difficult 15%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Multiple Endings 4.5%
- #44 Infinitevania
69% matchVery Positive93% of 252 reviews2026
Dev: JHT Games
Windows
A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Souls-like 26.4%, Difficult 12.7%, Multiple Endings 5.3%, Adventure 3.5%
- #45 Soul Devourer
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Water Bear
Windows
Parry, Slash and Survive! Soul Devourer is a metroidvania action-platformer with a striking anime horror art style. Explore the cursed Sakuradoki High School, master powerful abilities, battle twisted monsters, and uncover the long-buried dark secrets hidden beneath the school.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Souls-like 21.5%, Dark 10.2%, Hand-drawn 10%, Combat 6.7%
- #46 Momogatari
70% 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 28.6%, Souls-like 22.3%, Hand-drawn 13.9%, Difficult 10.5%, Combat 5.8%
- #47 Obsidian Legion
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Palisade Games
Windows
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: Metroidvania 34.7%, Souls-like 32%, Combat 7.7%, Adventure 5.5%, Hand-drawn 5%
- #48 AXIS Urban Samsara
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Radiance Games
Windows
Storm Babylon in a brutal 2.5D action RPG with fast-paced combat, set in a vast vertical open world. Claim weapons from the Asuras. Build deadly combos. Fight your way through realms where ideas become monsters. Reach the Source. Remember who you really are.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Souls-like 20.4%, Difficult 14.5%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Multiple Endings 4.3%
- #49 MIO: Memories in Orbit
67% matchVery Positive83% of 4,771 reviews2026
Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Souls-like 21.4%, Difficult 12.3%, Hand-drawn 10%, Atmospheric 6.6%
- #50 The Eternal Life of Goldman
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Weappy StudioPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
In this breathtaking platformer adventure, explore a vast hand-drawn Archipelago, inspired by ancient fables and depicted in classic frame-by-frame animation, and defeat a mysterious Deity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Soundtrack 24.6% ★, Difficult 12.8%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, Atmospheric 5.7%
- #51 Sojourn Past
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ReDimension
Windows
Sojourn Past is an exploration game, a journey of finding hope in the face of adversary. Set in a handcrafted world, discover it’s mysteries, overcome its tough bullet-hell inspired challenges and embrace hope in this action-adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Souls-like 29.4%, Difficult 10.6%, Hand-drawn 9.2%, Adventure 6%
- #52 Dewborne Dawn
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mythwalk Studios
Windows
In this new hand-drawn, story-rich metroidvania, explore the last haven of a dying world, and discover the purpose you play in saving it. Shape your own path, fight the all-consuming blight, and help bring hope back to the survivors. Take up the flames of dead gods, and stand firm in Dewborne Dawn!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, Hand-drawn 19.1%, Atmospheric 8.6%, Combat 7.5%, Adventure 6%
- #53 ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights
68% matchVery Positive94% of 45,640 reviews2021
Dev: Live WirePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Souls-like 27.2%, Difficult 8.8%, Dark 5.2%, Atmospheric 5%
- #54 Void Memory
71% matchMixed67% of 234 reviews2017
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Souls-like 27.6%, Difficult 12.3%, Adventure 8.3%, Hand-drawn 6.4%
- #55 Fox Wanderer
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Ninth Dream
Windows
Fight, explore, and collect. Step into the role of a wandering fox in this Eastern-fantasy Metroidvania, braving a beautifully crafted world fraught with danger.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Souls-like 29.3%, Difficult 14.7%, Hand-drawn 5.7%, Action-Adventure 2.7%
- #56 Nonu
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Karmic Bit
Windows
Nonu is a hand-drawn 2D souls-like where every action draws from two interlinked resources-one born from inner strength, the other granted by a higher power. Explore a dying world, uncover artifacts that enable distinct builds, and piece together the truth behind its vanished god.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 25.4%, Difficult 13.1%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Atmospheric 5.4%
- #57 Sutra Pilgrim
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SvenFish Games
Windows
Set out on a journey through Sutra Pilgrim! Hone your skills, gather powerful Artifacts, meet steadfast allies, and challenge fearsome Yaoguai Kings. Traverse a vast mythic world inspired by Journey to the West, seek the Sutra Pilgrim, and uncover the hidden truth behind this westbound journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Souls-like 33.5%, Hand-drawn 5.1%, Adventure 4.9%, Multiple Endings 3.3%
- #58 Lightward
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wolfbit Games
Windows · Mac
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 43.4%, Souls-like 35.1%, Adventure 5.2%, Atmospheric 4.2%, Action-Adventure 3.8%
- #59 Unworthy
68% matchVery Positive81% of 855 reviews2018
Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Souls-like 39.3%, Difficult 11.6%, Adventure 4.5%, 2D 2.2%