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  1. #1 Montezuma's Revenge - Director's Cut
    97% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: Normal Distribution LLC
    Windows

    The long-awaited "Director's Cut" version of Montezuma's Revenge, envisioned and programmed by the original developer. It's the super-charged conclusion of the classic puzzle solving action-adventure platformer you loved in your youth! Finally, you will fight King Montezuma!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Nonlinear 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 10.7%, Open World 8.9%

  2. #2 Shadow King
    96% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2023
    Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
    Windows · Mac

    Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Retro 7.2%

  3. #3 100 Pumpkins 2
    96% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2023
    Dev: Jeremiah Stilts
    Windows · Linux

    Explore, solve puzzles, and fight your way through over 100 screens and return your pumpkin pals!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Nonlinear 16.2%, Open World 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 8.6%

  4. #4 Jessica's Uncomfortable Hanukkah Adventure
    95% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Dog and Spider Productions
    Windows

    It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Nonlinear 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 11.8%, Old School 7.8%

  5. #5 The Forbidden Forest
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stone Studios
    Windows

    Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Nonlinear 13.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  6. #6 StarCore Legacy
    94% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows

    Remake to 2016's Legends of the Universe - StarCore, a Metroidvania style Action-Platformer with several abilities, enemies and areas to explore.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Old School 12.9%, Platformer 8.2%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, 2D Platformer 7.3%

  7. #7 Pipsqueak!
    93% 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 33.6%, Platformer 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

  8. #8 Overbowed
    92% matchVery Positive91% of 86 reviews2024
    Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
    Windows

    Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Retro 6.8%

  9. #9 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
    91% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
    Dev: BASTI GAMES
    Windows

    Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Old School 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.5%

  10. #10 A Game with a Kitty 1 & Darkside Adventures
    91% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2022
    Dev: origamihero games
    Windows

    Foil a little nerd's world domination plans with Kittey in A Game with a Kitty 1 and help a grumpy little Archchancellor solve a mystery in Darkside Adventures! And as a bonus, the collection also features Treasure Hunter Man 1.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Nonlinear 18.1%, Old School 11.2%, Platformer 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.9%

  11. #11 Tater Spud
    90% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
    Dev: Nate DeHart
    Windows

    Explore, fight, and platform through a world of deadly plants as a lone potato, Tater Spud, in search of powerups and the answers behind the flora that was once safe.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Nonlinear 14.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

  12. #12 FrogeON
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: JofraDev
    Windows

    A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Platformer 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Futuristic 8.4%

  13. #13 Dexter Stardust: Odyssey in Outer Space
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dexter Team Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    An SNES-Inspired, platforming, sci-fi adventure. It's like playing a Saturday Morning Cartoon!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Old School 9.2%

  14. #14 Axiom Verge 2
    87% matchMostly Positive79% of 907 reviews2022
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Nonlinear 8%

  15. #15 PATHFINDER 08
    88% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
    Windows

    Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Nonlinear 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  16. #16 Seeker
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mika Mikajiki
    Windows

    Draw your sword and jump into a dystopian metropolis in this 2D action-exploration game. Hunt down giant robots and use their parts to enhance your abilities as you try to uncover the secrets hidden beneath the neon lights.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Nonlinear 14.6%, Platformer 10.2%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Open World 10.1%

  17. #17 Esquire Robo
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SolidFrogLLC
    Windows

    "When her friend vanishes on a distant planet, a lone android uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not just the colony, but the fate of the entire universe."

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Open World 16.1%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  18. #18 Dr. Atominus
    86% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2020
    Dev: Pikku-a
    Windows · Linux

    Dr. Atominus is a short platformer with metroidvania elements and a cool sci-fi story.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Open World 13.8%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 9%

  19. #19 Citadel Knight
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Fayvit
    Windows

    A challenging action game where you explore a dark kingdom, face brutal creatures, and uncover hidden secrets. Fight with strategy, discover powerful relics, and navigate treacherous dungeons as you unravel the mysteries of the Citadel.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Nonlinear 15.1%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Platformer 9.9%

  20. #20 Zozo and the Lost Dreams
    83% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Red Dunes Games
    Windows

    Help Zozo find his way home in this cartoon-inspired Metroidvania platformer. Pillow-fight sentient pastries, train under an octopus master, and brave a cybernetic jungle as you explore the vibrant landscapes of Zozo's dreams.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 14.9%, Platformer 14.2%, Old School 13.5%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, 2D Platformer 13%

  21. #21 Crimson Glaive Sigma
    84% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
    Dev: Pixel Artery
    Windows · Linux

    Enjoy this 2D metroidvania-like bullet hell platformer. Jump, dodge and traverse using your jet pack. Find weapons and abilities. Fight bosses and escape an old space station drifting through the cosmos. You are alone, with nothing but a space suit and a gun. Just keep going! Persevere and triumph!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

  22. #22 House of Shadow
    82% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: High Clarity Games
    Windows

    House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Nonlinear 14.7%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, 2D Platformer 7.8%

  23. #23 Beyond Sentinel
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Embraceware
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Beyond Sentinel will have you play as both Justin and Erica in horizontal shooter and metroidvania stages as you battle in space and explore the many levels of the Sentinel station.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10%, Shooter 9.3%

  24. #24 Treasure Adventure Game
    81% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2021
    Dev: Robit Games
    Windows

    Treasure Adventure Game casts you in the role of a young boy who lands on an island that is a fragment of what was once a continent, destroyed in the war between a demon and a wizard.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Nonlinear 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 11%, Open World 9.2%

  25. #25 Bread Adventure
    79% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2025
    Dev: Wheafun Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  26. #26 史莱狗(Slimg)
    80% 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 40.5%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

  27. #27 Nihilsearch
    81% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2022
    Dev: Team_Bug
    Windows

    Embark on an epic adventure in the pixelated 2D world of "Nihilsearch" on a lifeless mechanical planet. Explore dark underground complexes, battle hostile machines and life forms, and meet diverse humans, life forms, and machines. Discover the meaning of life and create your own adventure!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Futuristic 9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

  28. #28 The Celestial Seeker
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: VinciWare
    Windows

    Irata, a space bounty hunter is caught in a galactic conflict. A rogue federation seeks the fragments of the Eternium Core, an advanced chip that commands all defense systems in the solar system. In this sci-fi Metroidvania, explore, fight, and upgrade your way to stop the enemy and save the galaxy.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Nonlinear 15.8%, Open World 11.3%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.9%

  29. #29 Fall from Space
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Joel JarmanPub: TBD
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Fall from Space is a non-linear, sci-fi ARPG for the Gameboy. Combining Metroidvanian action with an open world RPG, and an epic story that spans a solar system.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Nonlinear 16.1%, Old School 13.8%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Platformer 8.5%

  30. #30 Master Key
    76% matchVery Positive92% of 262 reviews2024
    Dev: Achromi
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 27.9%, Nonlinear 12.3%, Open World 11.6%, Old School 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  31. #31 Microvania
    75% matchPositive80% of 30 reviews2025
    Dev: Dreampunk
    Windows · Mac

    Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Nonlinear 11.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

  32. #32 Escape Zolstar
    78% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2019
    Dev: Robert Alvarez
    Windows · Mac

    Escape Zolstar is a metroidvania where you explore, collect powerups, fight enemies, and defeat bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Nonlinear 18.7%, Platformer 11.6%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

  33. #33 Eystrandi
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Leiksmidr studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, 2D Platformer 12%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Nonlinear 7.5%

  34. #34 Maelstrom
    77% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: Maelstrom
    Windows

    Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Platformer 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

  35. #35 Future Knight (CPC/Spectrum)
    77% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: Gremlin GraphicsPub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this classic platformer from 1986, take on the role Sir Randolph as he quests to free the fair maid Amelia from the evil clutches of Spegbott the Terrible. Acting upon an inter-dimensional distress signal from the galactic cruiser SS Rustbucket, don your Omnibolt Mark IV and venture forth!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 9.7%, Retro 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

  36. #36 Havoc Fox
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Havoc Studios
    Windows

    Take control of a sword-wielding fox and a dragon/owl duo to fight your way through the fantasy kingdom of Vanalia and stop its tyrant monarch! Havoc Fox is a combat-based action platformer featuring an unlikely partnership tasked with saving their home from its own corrupted protectors.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Platformer 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Old School 10.3%

  37. #37 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
    74% matchVery Positive85% of 183 reviews2022
    Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Sci-fi 7.2%

  38. #38 Temporal Branches
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dream Relic LTD
    Windows

    Explore large levels in endless ways with the ability to switch between Past, Present & Future. Set your own pace and challenge with a variety of unlockable characters and difficulty modes. Unlock additional content by clearing in-game challenges.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Nonlinear 18%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

  39. #39 Song of Yosef
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Timothy Horton
    Windows

    Song of Yosef is a Metroidvania platformer with wacky enemies and fun physics.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Nonlinear 14.1%, 2D Platformer 10%, Open World 9.8%, Physics 9.8%

  40. #40 Goo Keeper
    73% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
    Dev: Oria Games Inc.
    Windows

    Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Old School 12.1%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, 2D Platformer 8.1%

  41. #41 Croakspire
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lotus Arcade
    Windows

    Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Platformer 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

  42. #42 Super Beefit
    72% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Bad Castle
    Windows

    Help Beefit brave perilous lands and cavernous depths to rescue his bovine love in this tight, precision platformer with responsive controls, and skill-based gameplay.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Retro 8.1%, Old School 7.3%

  43. #43 Albert's Journey
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bite My Pixel
    Windows · Mac

    Albert’s Journey is a 2d platformer adventure game with a pixel art look.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Platformer 14.9%, Old School 11.5%, Retro 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9%

  44. #44 Hell Being
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BitLife
    Windows

    Hell Being is a metroidvania where the player explores hell as a hell-born creature, face its challenges and monsters to unlock new powers and find a way out from the injustice of being born in this place.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Platformer 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Open World 10.2%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

  45. #45 Him
    71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: Gumbo Day
    Windows

    Thousands of spaceships entered the galaxy to mine what does not belong to them! Him is a third person casual game where the player runs and jump between home planets to destroy the invading space pirates and their spaceships under a limited time before they mine the lands.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Old School 11.6%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Platformer 6.3%, Retro 5.6%

  46. #46 Guns of Fury
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 848 reviews2025
    Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Old School 13.6%, Platformer 11.9%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  47. #47 Heart Forth, Alicia
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Alonso Martin
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A terror in the sky is bent on exterminating a young wizard and her loved ones. Featuring a riveting and sinister story, set out to explore a vast world in this modern Metroidvania RPG, filled with devious monsters, lethal dungeons, creative puzzles, lively towns & many uncharted wonders.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Open World 11.6%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.1%

  48. #48 Oirbo
    69% matchMostly Positive76% of 45 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 30.4%, Open World 12.6%, Old School 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

  49. #49 The Adventures of Poppe
    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2022
    Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Old School 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

  50. #50 The Adventures of Elena Temple: Definitive Edition
    71% matchVery Positive95% of 65 reviews2018
    Dev: GrimTalin
    Windows

    Ever miss being a child, playing games at your grandma's or in your old bedroom? Look no further! Play The Adventures of Elena Temple, the classic you never knew existed, on old machines that kind of sort of maybe existed. It's not like you can remember for sure, right?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Old School 13.1%, Nonlinear 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 9.1%

  51. #51 Pentacore
    69% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Jonathan CollierPub: Mythril Age
    Windows

    Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.9%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Futuristic 5.6%

  52. #52 The Search: Lost Dreams
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: gninjastudio
    Windows

    The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Futuristic 8.1%, Sci-fi 5.5%

  53. #53 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Platformer 14.5%, Old School 11.2%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

  54. #54 Anzu Castle Gracula
    67% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Rainbow Cemetery
    Windows

    Locked away in a lost corner of the world lies a ruin where the dead refuse to rest. Using your wits and your treacherous whip can you discover the secrets interred within this QBASIC action/adventure?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Nonlinear 17.9%, Platformer 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

  55. #55 Wattson the Bulb
    67% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: DegDeGames
    Windows

    A metroidvania platformer set in a bizarre world. Master unique abilities and combine them in creative ways to overcome challenges over a hundred hand crafted levels. Speed through to find the fastest route or explore at your own pace to unlock everything — a tough but rewarding adventure awaits.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, Platformer 17.3%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Physics 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

  56. #56 Kaila: The Journey to the Underworld
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Igolito Arts Studios
    Windows

    Play as Kaila, a young girl determined to rescue her mother from the clutches of Graygar, the Grey Soul. Explore a vast world, uncover secrets, unlock powerful abilities, and face challenging bosses on a journey to the Underworld. Are you ready to defy Death itself?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Futuristic 8.9%

  57. #57 Simona's Requiem
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2021
    Dev: Team Simona
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Simona's Requiem is a retro-styled platformer Inspired by old action-adventure games but with a modern touch. Pick up the scythe as Simona and slash your way to the Fisher King who has hidden behind the moon.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Nonlinear 14.1%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 9.7%

  58. #58 Badass Brigade
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Marauder Squad
    Windows

    Throw a dude at another dude! Badass Brigade is a light-hearted 2D action game where you shoot, punch, grab, and throw your foes. Take on missions where you can explore the world and uncover a wide variety of weapons and gear for new ways to fight.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Nonlinear 6.8%

  59. #59 Cosmobreeder Yiffai
    65% matchVery Positive86% of 155 reviews2025
    Dev: KEMOSHOCO
    Windows

    Travel to a forgotten world and study alien creatures in this authentic retro metroidvania!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 8.9%

  60. #60 SUPER ANT
    66% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Andrygast
    Windows

    Embark on a manic search to locate a ontological superweapon lost on a rogue planet. Bash vicious monsters in close-quarters combat and master hidden movement and fighting techniques to overpower and outspeed your problems.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Nonlinear 11.7%, Retro 9%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Combat 8.2%

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