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Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 20.4%, 2D Fighter 16.3%, Action RPG 12%, RPG 7.2%

The two countries went to war, unleashing forbidden powers. Years later, monsters ravage the land. The protagonist awakens, battles the monsters, explores the world, uncovers the truth of the past, and seeks to recover lost memories—a lonely journey of wandering and struggling against oneself.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 18.6%, Action RPG 14.6%, RPG 13.3%, Medieval 5.7%

No maps. No markers. Only dialogue, instinct, and a ruthless world. Sunrise of the Time: End of Blue is a dark 2D action-adventure built on rare but meaningful encounters. Survive Gilens’ first Hunt. This is not a power fantasy... it’s fate.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.9%, Metroidvania 15.1%, Souls-like 13.6%, RPG 11.2%, Action RPG 10.3%

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

Why similar: Souls-like 18.8%, Metroidvania 18.7%, Action RPG 14.2%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, RPG 7.8%

Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 19.1%, Action RPG 15.2%, RPG 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Souls-like 22.9%, Action RPG 13.7%, RPG 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.3%

In this game, you'll take on the role of a Taoist priest who traverses through the mysterious world of the afterlife in order to find his missing wife. They explore seven distinct realms, combat with various monsters, collect items, unlock new spells, unveil the truth behind the entire event.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, 2D Fighter 15.1%, Drama 9.9%, Action RPG 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.3%

In a world with a strong ancient and wild atmosphere, you will experience many hardships, compose tragic epics in tense and exciting battles, integrate puzzle-solving elements, and face the dual challenges of strategy and operation!

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 21.2%, 2D Fighter 21.1%, Action RPG 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

Wake up and walk, Warden! Because the siege continues. We must find the Heir... And finally put an end to this cursed night.

Why similar: Souls-like 23.4%, Metroidvania 21.4%, Action RPG 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, RPG 6.5%

Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 23.6%, RPG 9.4%, Action RPG 8.3%, Action 6%

Players control a knight aspiring to become a Swordmaster. In the Sword Sanctuary, face and defeat various powerful opponents, and finally challenge the Sword Saint to claim victory.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 31%, Souls-like 29%, Action RPG 11.8%, Medieval 10.7%, RPG 9.3%

In "Luminite Era: Expedition," face unique Boss battles, wield arcane spells, and create distinct equipment combos to unveil the Black Mist's secrets and preserve humanity's last Luminite glimmer amid its relentless spread.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Souls-like 21.6%, Action RPG 12%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, RPG 6.3%

An epic fantasy world returns. This is the next chapter of the highly anticipated The Legend of Gandar III installment developed by Jeddead. The Legend of Gandar III takes place 2 years after the events of The Legend of Gandar II and The Legend of Gandar.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.4%, Action RPG 15%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Adventure 8.8%, Action 8.2%

Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Souls-like 18.8%, Action RPG 13.5%, RPG 7.3%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

This adventure is about you waking up in this world named Twell. The only thing you can do now is explore what this world has to offer. Explore 8 unique dungeons, discover many secrets and visit many locations.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, RPG 14.9%, Action RPG 11.7%, Adventure 8.9%, Action 8.3%

YOUR CHOICES RESHAPE A LIVING CITY. Explore a sprawling metropolis, wield mysterious powers, and uncover the secrets of the Eternal Lighthouse. Your decisions will make a world of difference.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 22.9%, Action RPG 17%, RPG 15.4%, Action 8.9%

In a village located to the south, there is one of the twelve guardians, the warrior of Leo, known for his determination in combat and number of victories. Our hero will be responsible for finding the mystical artifacts, to prevent the kingdom from being bathed in blood and darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Action RPG 17.9%, RPG 16.2%, Action 9.3%, Exploration 6.9%

"Zhuan Zhu Assassinating King Liao" is a side-scrolling action game based on ancient Chinese history. Play as Zhuan Zhu, who joins a daring plot to assassinate King Liao of Wu. Embark on a perilous journey fueled by loyalty and conviction in this legendary tale of sacrifice.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.3%, Metroidvania 17.3%, Action RPG 14.3%, RPG 14.1%, Adventure 8.3%

Possessed by a living crystal, fight for revenge in a top-down Soulslike action RPG. Master precise combat and elemental magic, explore a shattered world, solve deadly puzzles, and defeat brutal bosses to expose the Crystallen’s sins.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.8%, Metroidvania 25.4%, Action RPG 16.2%, Top-Down 7.9%, RPG 6.8%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Souls-like 22.9%, Action RPG 14%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, RPG 7.1%

Craft your ultimate sword by scavenging parts in a post-apocalyptic world. Navigate an expansive open world, relying on the might of your customized blade to overcome dangerous species infected by mysterious technology.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.9%, Souls-like 21.7%, Metroidvania 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%

The portal to the dreaded Bleak Dimension has been opened, unleashing terrifying creatures. Your mission is to seal it before it's too late! In The Awakening of the Bleak Dimension, a fantasy RPG you will face brutal challenges, evolve your character and forge powerful equipment.

Why similar: Action RPG 18.1%, RPG 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12%, Medieval 8.8%, Top-Down 8%

This is NOT another platformer! Champions of Quortz is a 2D Boss Rush that focuses on repeatable boss fights and loot & character progression. Hack, blast and smash through bosses that become stronger with each victory. Make your Champions stronger by leveling, upgrading and equipping loot.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.5%, Souls-like 24.2%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Medieval 8%, Metroidvania 6.3%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Souls-like 27.7%, Adventure 7%, Exploration 6.9%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

Travel with your mysterious partner Tupa, fight powerful monsters, discover treasures and secrets scattered around the world, and uncover the truth of the world, Tupa and yourself with the help of the tide of wishes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.1%, Action RPG 17.6%, RPG 16.1%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Action 9.7%

Uncover the secrets of a magical world as you embark on an adventure to stop an impending war from breaking out.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 21.5%, Action RPG 10.1%, Top-Down 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Medieval 6.8%

Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Action RPG 19.9%, Souls-like 19.7%, RPG 7.6%, Adventure 6.4%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 23.2%, Medieval 12.4%, Magic 6.7%, Action-Adventure 5.3%

EmBARK on an all-new adventure with Patch, a one-eyed Shiba Inu dog in search of a new family. Travel with Patch and his new friend, Pumpkin, on this exciting 2D Metroidvania to battle dangerous bosses, explore the Hollowed Lands, and gain fun new abilities!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, 2D Fighter 29%, Action RPG 13.4%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Action 7%

Play as the ancient automaton Cecilia Immergreen as you explore the world for secrets, solve puzzles, delve into dungeons, fight other Hololive members as powerful bosses, help other members with side quests, and find powerful items to explore previously unavailable locations.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Action RPG 17.2%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Top-Down 10.4%, Exploration 8.2%

A 2.5D action game with a rich skill and equipment system that provides players with diverse combat experiences. It is based on Chinese mythology and features a fascinating storyline that is imbued with fantastical elements of a fantasy tale set in the Republican era.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.8%, Souls-like 19.1%, Action RPG 14.3%, RPG 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.7%

Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Souls-like 18%, Action RPG 14.8%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Action 6.1%

Unravel the truth, master your skills, and forge your legend in Resurrection: The Judgment!

Why similar: Souls-like 21%, Action RPG 18.8%, RPG 16.5%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Adventure 9.3%

As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.

Why similar: Souls-like 24.6%, Metroidvania 22.3%, Action RPG 12.1%, Top-Down 7.7%, Exploration 6%

Noad: The Priest is a 2D action adventure game. It tells the story of a priest who begins an expedition where an unknown black substance 'Adven' flows out of the gate and cannot return beyond it. Face the truth with newcomers beyond the gate!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Souls-like 21.2%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Action 9.6%, Adventure 8.6%

Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Souls-like 19.8%, Action RPG 10.7%, RPG 8.2%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

PRAISE TO THE MOON- It is a Metroidvania, based on Momodora, Castlevania, and Souls-like games, with ARPG systems

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.2%, Souls-like 17.4%, Action RPG 14.8%, RPG 13.4%, Adventure 7.8%

Consumed by a mysterious curse, restore a once lush forest and its inhabitants to their natural state in this action adventure tale. Experience fast-paced combat, puzzles, and the beauty of nature captured in handcrafted pixel art.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 24.8%, Action RPG 15.2%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, RPG 4.5%

Step into a dark and decaying world with Zenith, an Action RPG that blends intense combat, deep exploration, and an immersive atmosphere. Explore ruined cathedrals and gothic landscapes filled with secrets, facing relentless enemies that will challenge your skill and strategy.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Souls-like 24.9%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Action RPG 9.6%, Exploration 6.8%

Once in a peaceful village , there lived a brave little warrior named Liona,One fateful night, the village was attacked by a horde of monstrous creatures. Liona's parents died in battle. Liona, witnessing the loss of her parents, felt a fire ignite within her heart—a burning desire for vengeance.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, RPG 18.4%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Action 11%, Adventure 9.8%

This is a 2D pixel horizontal board through the game, through the mouse and keyboard operation. Gain money by destroying monsters and strengthen your abilities; You can acquire additional weapons for special attacks. Players use maneuvers and their favorite extras to help them through the level.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.9%, Metroidvania 20.6%, RPG 16.2%, Adventure 9.1%, Drama 6.3%

Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 18.4%, Action RPG 13.8%, RPG 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

Scales is a story-driven action-adventure RPG about a human-reptile hybrid. Players devour reptiles to absorb their DNA, and evolve through a corrupt world, where player choices ultimately determine the outcome of the story, blending combat with a darkly comedic narrative.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Action RPG 19.5%, Action-Adventure 12%, Top-Down 8.2%, RPG 7.9%

In Take Care you discover a great forest full of challenging enemies and puzzles. Help rebuild a withering town in its center and bring back its inhabitants who have lost their way in search of something better.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 24.6%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Medieval 7.9%, Top-Down 7.4%

Come out on top in the arena!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.9%, RPG 15.9%, Action RPG 13.3%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Adventure 9.4%

Silvercall​​ – A retro action-platformer RPG. Play as an amnesiac adventurer, battling through perilous terrain and collecting Memory Crystals to uncover your past and your lover's dark transformation into the "Saintess".

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Action RPG 15%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, RPG 11.3%, Adventure 6.3%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 24.5%, Action RPG 14.7%, Action-Adventure 9%, RPG 8.3%

Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Action RPG 17.8%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Top-Down 9.4%, Exploration 6.7%

A skill-based 2D action noir. Read enemy telegraphs and decide: block, parry, or dodge. Solve tiny diegetic puzzles between fights, then crack cases and clobber absurd yet deadly bosses—with nothing but an umbrella and perfect timing.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.4%, Souls-like 23.7%, RPG 15.1%, Action 9%, Adventure 8.1%

Vegawon's Legacy is a Metroidvania Action RPG set in a rich 2D pixel art world. With fluid combat mechanics, deep character development and a huge world to explore, players will witness the dramatic story of a king who loses his wife and child.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, 2D Fighter 18.4%, Action RPG 14.1%, Medieval 8.8%, RPG 7.9%

An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.

Why similar: Souls-like 25.7%, Metroidvania 24.2%, Action RPG 9.5%, RPG 8.2%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Souls-like 24.7%, Action RPG 10.7%, RPG 7.3%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

A top-down action RPG with instant teleportation and fast-paced combat. Face enemies across dimensions, unlock unique abilities, and build your magical setup to conquer the Supreme Orb!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 32%, Action RPG 15.3%, RPG 10.7%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Top-Down 6.1%

A 2D RPG with distinct combat and platforming mechanics to handle at the same time. Explore what Maev has done to the world after humans went extinct, upgrade your weapon and adapt. Through 3 sections of 10 maps, fit for speedrunning or discorvery, collect pieces of lost knowledge, and explore.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.9%, Metroidvania 19.7%, RPG 10.6%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Action 8.8%

Explore a lost and abandoned temple and find what secrets lie within. Rift Drifter is a 2D action-adventure platformer, with Metroidvania and RPG elements, a rich story, and a hint of souls-like combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Souls-like 18.9%, Action RPG 14.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, RPG 8.5%

Fight monsters, explore dungeons, and dive into a fun adventure in a 2D top-down world. Play solo or bring your best friend along in co-op — because every adventure is better together!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.9%, RPG 13.8%, Action RPG 13.3%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Adventure 8%

"Traces of the Unknown" is a classic 2D action-adventure with RPG elements. Explore forests, deserts, caves, frozen environments, ancient dungeons, battle evil creatures, fierce and hungry animals, and unravel the ancient mysteries to discover the forgotten truth of the world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 18.8%, Action RPG 15.7%, RPG 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

In this fantasy world, you will become an adventurer, gradually understanding the world, becoming stronger through weapons and equipment, and gradually resolving various crises.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.5%, Action RPG 17.2%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, RPG 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

Explore a shattered, interconnected world filled with hidden secrets, challenging enemies, lost memories, and the eerie remnants of a failed mission.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 21.1%, Action RPG 13.2%, RPG 6.7%, Exploration 6.5%

Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Souls-like 25.2%, Action RPG 18.3%, RPG 11.3%, Action 4.4%