- #1 Koko, the Last Leaf
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JhunterPub: Singing Banana Dev
Windows · Mac · Linux
Delve into a mysterious world of Gods and magic as the last of the leaf kind. Fight epic battles for revenge against evil forces. Explore fantastical lands inhabited with magical creatures and peculiar allies. Search for the realm of the Gods and stop them from making a grave mistake.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Lore-Rich 16.4%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Combat 9.9%, Magic 9.3%
- #2 Akari - The Five Eyed Fox
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SplashFire Studios
Windows
Play as Akari, a magical fox imbued with the power of light in this fast paced Metroidvania. Slash and Dash your way through an army of darkness and explore diverse, beautiful worlds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Lore-Rich 12%, Action-Adventure 8%, Story Rich 6.2%
- #3 Halchemist
96% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Team Flask
Windows
For Mercuri, a girl who fell into a fallen kingdom, everything is overwhelming. She digs deeper into the depths of the kingdom with the help of Golem Hando. Take down the enemies in front of you with TAG-ACTION that alternates between two characters and continue your exploration!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Lore-Rich 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, PvE 7.5%, Platformer 7.4%
- #4 The Forbidden Forest
95% 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 32.1%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Lore-Rich 13.8%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #5 Whirlwind Magician
94% matchVery Positive98% of 55 reviews2025
Dev: Santi Ponce
Windows
Experience the tale of a cheerful girl and a grouchy talking hat in this charming Metroidvania, where every ability is hat-based! Throw the hat to attack enemies, teleport to him to make perilous leaps, and fly him through narrow tunnels of spikes as you escape a dangerous magic forest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Action-Adventure 9%, Magic 8.5%, Nature 7.7%
- #6 Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Myrwood Games
Windows
Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate is a 2D action adventure set in the ancient land of Gorithia. Go from simple thief to magic wielding warrior as you battle your way through the fallen kingdom on your quest to find your lost brother in this sprawling fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Lore-Rich 16.4%, Magic 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Combat 9.4%
- #7 Grumblemoor
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lev Roland-KalbPub: Cat106
Windows · Mac
Explore a colorful haunted world, fight and befriend its bizarre inhabitants, unlock game changing upgrades, and unravel a story of epic proportions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Lore-Rich 16.3%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Combat 7%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #8 Pipsqueak!
92% 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 29.7%, 2D Platformer 16%, Swordplay 12.7% ★, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
- #9 Kaila: The Journey to the Underworld
91% 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 30.1%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Magic 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #10 Golden Knight
91% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Guara Studios
Windows
Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Combat 7.9%
- #11 Overbowed
90% 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 34.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Magic 8.4%, Combat 6.4%
- #12 Mariachi Legends
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Halberd Studios
Windows
Mariachi Legends is a brutal, pixel art, combat-oriented Metroidvania set in the heart of Mexico.You play as Pablo Cruz, a detective who has agreed to a deal with Death herself. She has given Pablo the ability to transform into the mighty La Sombra allowing him to fight back against evil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Lore-Rich 17%, 2D Platformer 12%, Combat 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #13 Maelstrom
89% 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 37.6%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Combat 6.4%
- #14 Bread Adventure
87% 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 35.4%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Platformer 8.1%
- #15 Set In Stone
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Maëlig Moreau
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D platformer metroidvania. Discover a strange place where everyone was turned into a tiny stone. Fight difficult bosses, explore an interconnected world, and piece together the chaotic history of people who suddenly lost their humanity (or not?).
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Lore-Rich 16.5%, Platformer 7.2%, Magic 6.6%
- #16 Souldiers
86% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Combat 11%, Lore-Rich 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10.4%
- #17 Eystrandi
86% 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 37%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Story Rich 6.6%
- #18 Solaris: Good Harvest
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moving Pixels
Windows
A humble farmer sets out to rescue his chicken from monstrous abductors. Punch, slash, and parkour your way through elemental-infused chaos in this fast-paced 2D action-platformer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Platformer 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #19 Frogreign
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arkanpixel
Windows
Leap into an amphibious adventure where your tongue is your grappling hook! Use your tongue to swing, slap and grapple your way through this vibrant Metroidvania. Will you help prince Rill to unlock the power of the great spirits and find his sister, lost in the midst of a royal conspiracy?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Lore-Rich 13.8%, Physics 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #20 Shadow King
83% 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 33.1%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Combat 6.7%
- #21 Bitlands
84% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: ByteForge
Windows
Platform across strange, magical terrain while meeting even stranger friends and enemies! Discover the history behind the Bitlands, and unlock new allies and powers to traverse the dangerous worlds of the Bitlands, and restore peace to a broken kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Magic 8.7%, Platformer 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #22 BLYX
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Liza and Tim Studio
Windows
Blyx is a story-driven action-adventure game, where you can discover new worlds and fight with complex bosses. Solve interesting puzzles, jump between platforms, and battle enemies – all to help Blyx find his purpose among the realms.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 23.1%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Story Rich 9.9%, Combat 8.7%
- #23 Ed's world story
82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: KoKoGames
Windows
Protagonist 'Ed' lives in Kakariko village. He wants to become an adventurer who explore this great world. You can join Ed's adventure... find out a secret of the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Adventure 8.1%
- #24 Isadora's Edge
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: InboundShovel Games
Windows
Can you keep going when all hope is lost? Isadora's Edge is a 2D Metroidvania with a unique future fantasy setting. Explore an alien world, battle against the corrupted forces bringing it to the edge of destruction, and uncover the secrets behind its impending demise!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Swordplay 13.5% ★, Lore-Rich 12.4%, Combat 9.6%
- #25 Gravity Castle
80% matchPositive91% of 45 reviews2024
Dev: Studio LEFPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Gravity Castle is a 2D puzzle platformer where you explore mysterious subterranean ruins using gravity augmentation powers. Overcome impossible Trials, trudge past the remains of fallen explorers and make your way to the very bottom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Lore-Rich 16.8%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Magic 8%
- #26 Etherland Saga
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChillFace Games
Windows
Etherland Saga is a 2D action RPG with Metroidvania charm in a fantasy pixel art world. Switch between 3 unique heroes on the fly, upgrade their skills, unite divided clans, tame the power of crystals, and uncover the truth behind a cataclysm the world has spent two thousand years trying to forget.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Lore-Rich 17.8%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Magic 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #27 Sinner's Tavern
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WoolCat Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sinner's Tavern is a metroidvania, focused on fast paced combat and interactions with quirky characters. Inspired by the Dante’s Inferno, help Oscar and his grandpa escape while they announce that Satan's tavern... is now open!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, PvE 8.5%, Story Rich 8.3%
- #28 Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Lavadrop Entertainment
Windows
Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams is a 2D Metroidvania where you traverse a lore-rich world, summon monsters to your aid, ride a winged unicorn into battle, and unravel a story of duty and betrayal to free all of creation from chaos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Lore-Rich 13.4%, Creature Collector 13%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Magic 10.3%
- #29 Cloud Seeker
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagniFish Studios
Windows
Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Platformer 8.9%, Magic 7%
- #30 Shadowed Journey 暗影归途
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 贪玩狗工作室
Windows
Shadowed Journey is a Metroidvania-like game, where the player plays a sword-cultivating disciple of a fairy sect, who secretly goes down the mountain to return home. However, in this Dharma-ending age, what awaits you is a journey to hell, and all you can rely on is your flying sword and your heart
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Lore-Rich 19.6%, Swordplay 15.2% ★, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #31 Croakspire
77% 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 37.3%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Combat 7.2%
- #32 EON: Reset
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team EON Reset
Windows
Explore EON Association in the wake of an apocalyptic disaster. Maneuver the artificial life EON-3033 to battle paranormal entities. Experience an exciting 2D combat in a world where elemental forces exist. Peel back the threads of ambiguous narrative and discover the secrets of time and fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Lore-Rich 16.7%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Platformer 7.3%
- #33 Vernal Edge
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 629 reviews2023
Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Combat 13.1%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Platformer 8%
- #34 Erandique
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Black Jack Game Studios
Windows
Erandique the indigenous hero!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Lore-Rich 13.5%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Platformer 8.2%
- #35 BeforeDisaster
75% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: SourGrapeGames
Windows
《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Combat 12.8%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #36 YesterSol
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Neat Games
Windows
Unleash your magical spear! Explore a vast inter-connected world, battling enemies sent by Culex, the dark mosquito deity. Throw, recall, and use your spear as a platform through this minimalistic metroidvania made by one developer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Lore-Rich 20.3%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Nature 11.1%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #37 The Throne
73% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: BeByte Tecnología
Windows · Mac · Linux
"The Throne" is a medieval adventure in true Metroidvania style. Get lost in a huge castle with 2.5D pixel art environments and increase your power with new abilities you find along the way. Fight fearsome bosses and navigate dangerous traps to make your way to the throne room!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Swordplay 9.9% ★, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
- #38 Shining Symbol
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 小桨哥
Windows
This is a galactic castlevania-type game, based on the design of four elephants and twenty-eight stars as the boss, four scenes, five attribute skills, and a variety of gem abilities waiting for you to unlock.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, PvE 10.4%, Nature 7.1%
- #39 Demons of Asteborg
74% matchPositive88% of 49 reviews2021
Dev: Neofid Studios
Windows
Demons of Asteborg® is an action-platform game, with elements of metroidvania. Play as Gareth and prevent Zadimus from destroying Asteborg !
Why similar: Swordplay 17.5% ★, Metroidvania 15.9%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Physics 8.2%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #40 Eon's Insomnium
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tryxe
Windows
A dark Metroidvania where memory and madness intertwine. Explore surreal biomes, face grotesque bosses born of trauma, and recover fragments of a forgotten identity in a world that twists with your sanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Lore-Rich 16.4%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, PvE 8.8%
- #41 Transiruby
73% matchVery Positive92% of 290 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Action-Adventure 11%, Cute 5.8%
- #42 Fateless Night
72% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: ashpdewan
Windows
Fateless Night - is a 2D action-platformer with randomized enemies and a combo system that rewards skilled playthrough.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.4%, Combat 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Metroidvania 10.3%, Platformer 9.4%
- #43 Mail Tail
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Robin Heisterkamp
Windows
Deliver the mail on a beautiful island. Solve puzzles and fight against creatures from below to reach your destination.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Lore-Rich 17.8%, Swordplay 16% ★, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Nature 9.4%
- #44 LUCID
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Matte Black StudioPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows
Discover your own legend in LUCID. Platform through a crystalline world torn apart by calamity, absorb powerful abilities that expand movement and enhance combat against a diverse cast of enemies and bosses, all in gorgeous pixel art inspired by the golden age of 2D sidescrollers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Lore-Rich 17.5%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Magic 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #45 Lumina: Resenting Shadow
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FayneLuna
Windows
Journey through a kingdom drained of its life. An innocent being locked away from its own kind, longing to be loved and seen. Though it seems to have forgotten one flicker of hope. You, a glimmer of life not yet fallen.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Lore-Rich 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Combat 9.9%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
- #46 Sweet Dreams Dahlia
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2357 Steps
Windows
I wake beneath the ruins of a world built on dreams. I descend the shattered Tower, explore forgotten biomes, master ancient combat techniques, and face the consequences of my absence. Beautiful metroidvania about identity, guilt, and choice after the collapse of a powerful civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Combat 9.1%, Story Rich 7.1%
- #47 TOOK: The Immortal Hero
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 257 reviews2023
Dev: 豆豆萌萌兔
Windows
A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, 2D Platformer 17%, Swordplay 14.5% ★, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #48 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
71% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: SpoonweaverPub: Spoonweaver Studios
Windows
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Platformer 8%
- #49 Lost Tribe
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Firestone Games
Windows
Use a Spear Guardian to rescue your missing tribe members! A mysterious enemy has turned the once peaceful island into chaos. With help from your Companion and your Tribe’s wisdom, you must uncover secrets, gain new abilities, and restore peace to the island.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Combat 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Nature 9.9%
- #50 Celestial Lumina
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Juan Centeno
Windows
Ascend from the depths as Evan, heir of a fallen underworld, to uncover the truth behind a world stripped of dawn. Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where Light clashes with the Darkness that stole the sky.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Lore-Rich 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #51 Umbra
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ludum Elite
Windows
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 27.2%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Lore-Rich 13.9%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #52 Garden of Aiden
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Solarpunk Studios
Windows
A precision 2D metroidvania where knowledge decays and data is currency. Recover GAIA’s shattered algorithms to restore lost abilities, outmaneuver corrupt AIs and ravenous bugs, and weave through a hand‑crafted techno‑organic world of rewarding secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Magic 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10%, Nature 9.8%
- #53 Tater Spud
70% 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%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, PvE 9.6%, Platformer 7.1%
- #54 The Tale of LUMI
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GamerXP Studio
Windows · Mac
The Tale of LUMI is a fast paced, metroidvania inspired, action game. Collect powers from Gods and Heroes. Upgrade your Skills. Defeat unyielding enemies. Explore LUMI and unveil the secrets that lie within this puzzling Kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Lore-Rich 13.7%, Action-Adventure 8%, Story Rich 7.4%
- #55 Pixgun
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Twisted Twice Games
Windows
Chexie is a teenage girl who, as a result of mysterious events, is transported to the virtual kingdom of Pixgun. There she discovers a magic wand that becomes her key to survival. Your task is to discover the source of corruption in the kingdom and the plight of its inhabitants.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Lore-Rich 16.7%, Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #56 Adventure of Samsara
66% matchVery Positive95% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: Ilex GamesPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
A hero resurrected. A new Adventure. With stunning, 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world, and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. Become the Solar Champion and restore balance to the multiverse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Lore-Rich 16.4%, Swordplay 14.7% ★, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #57 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
65% 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 39.1%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 11%, Magic 8.2%, Platformer 6.7%
- #58 Echoes of the Outworlder
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Outworlder LLC
Windows
Explore a shattered land in this isekai Metroidvania, mastering fluid movement, battling monsters, clashing with Outworlders, and uncovering the truth behind a world on the edge of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Story Rich 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Magic 6.4%
- #59 Spirit Fusion
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Platformer 8%, Adventure 7.7%
- #60 Ariana and the Elder Codex
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Platformer 8.4%, Combat 5.5%