- #1 Juna - The Dreamwalker
97% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: WinterLyrics
Windows
Enter the dream worlds of Juna – The Dreamwalker and harness the power of a mystical rod to transform into monsters or objects. Fight in real time, solve puzzles, and face gigantic bosses. Expect around 30 hours of adventure.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.3%, Lore-Rich 14.9%, Dungeon Crawler 14.7%, Action RPG 14.3%, Difficult 12%
- #2 Elementallis
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AnKae GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 21.7%, Action RPG 20.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.6%, Top-Down 13.4%, Retro 9.8%
- #3 Shikari Rising
96% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: BlosSum Games
Windows
Join Novak as he fights his way through hordes of fearsome monsters and unravel the mystery of monster resurgence in his land . Inspired by Metroidvania-style and hack 'n slash action rpg, Shikari Rising will plunge you into action and will test your mettle against extremely tough enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Vampire 20.5% ★, Action RPG 18%, Platformer 13.4%, Hack and Slash 8%
- #4 A Knight of Lothen
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Angelos KyprianosPub: Spiral Lane Productions
Windows
A dark fantasy metroidvania fueled by heavy metal. Fight, explore, and carve your path through the ruined kingdom of Lothen.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Action RPG 18.4%, Platformer 13.6%, Old School 5.9%
- #5 Cold Shell
94% matchPositive95% of 40 reviews2023
Dev: Brutal muse
Windows
Cold Shell is a top-down, sci-fi, arcade brawler with persistent RPG elements. Bash thugs and change wallpapers.
Why similar: Transhumanism 30% ★, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Action RPG 14.2%, Difficult 9.4%, Top-Down 9.4%
- #6 #BLUD
94% matchVery Positive80% of 362 reviews2024
Dev: Exit 73 GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Save your friends, fight off the vampire apocalypse, and survive the horrors of freshman field hockey practice in #BLUD, a delightfully zany animated dungeon crawler that blurs the line between action RPGs and hyperkinetic 90s cartoons.
Why similar: Vampire 24.9% ★, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Action RPG 19.2%, Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Top-Down 9.5%
- #7 OtterQuest
93% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Arkadia Galactic
Windows
You’ve been given an odd request, and without protest, you get dressed and grab your sword from your weapons chest, and with much zest, you head west to complete your Otter Quest.
Why similar: Action RPG 25%, Dungeon Crawler 21.5%, Old School 12.5%, Top-Down 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #8 Berserk Boy
92% matchVery Positive86% of 410 reviews2024
Dev: BerserkBoy Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!
Why similar: Metroidvania 15.1%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Old School 13.5%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 10.5%
- #9 Eve of Destruction
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lost Satellite Studio
Windows
Play as Eve, a creature unaware of their own legend, awakened from your eternal slumber and sent to the Spirit Realm: a world in ruins, dominated by Demons and Knights - will you bring salvation or destruction?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.6%, Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Lore-Rich 20.5%, Action RPG 20.4%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #10 Fallen Prince
91% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Eridanus Games
Windows
Fallen Prince is an atmospheric combat-focused metroidvania with retro elements. Explore a bleak undead zone, hone your skills and rid the kingdom from your brother's vile sorcery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Hack and Slash 22.6%, Action RPG 17.5%, Platformer 13.4%, Mystery 6.1%
- #11 Echoes of Mystralia
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Borealys Games
Windows
Echoes of Mystralia is an action-heavy spellcrafting ARPG roguelite, where rapid combat meets deep customization. Craft your own spells, unlock new combinations, fight epic bosses, and discover a narrative-rich world that never plays the same twice.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 18.4%, Lore-Rich 17%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, Action RPG 15%, Difficult 12.9%
- #12 Moonlight Knight
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MyDreamForever
Windows
Moonlight Knight is an action-slasher with RPG elements. Use sword, bow, magic and hook to fight your enemies. Loot gold, upgrade character stats, find unique items and unlock ultimate abilities to make it to the very end!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Hack and Slash 24.5%, Dungeon Crawler 19.9%, Action RPG 15.7%, Top-Down 9.1%
- #13 PizzaBoy
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Breadless
Windows
Take control of PizzaBoy as he delivers pizza to monsters in this precision platformer. Use all of PizzaBoy's smooth and snappy moves to navigate through dangerous levels or break away from the path to discover who PizzaBoy really is...
Why similar: Vampire 22.8% ★, Metroidvania 21.1%, Difficult 16.2%, Retro 11.6%, Platformer 10.3%
- #14 Dreamdawn
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Custodio Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore surreal landscapes where dreams and reality intertwine. Battle manifestations of fear, uncover the secrets of an interconnected world, and awaken the truth buried within a fading mind in Dreamdawn, a mysterious top-down action-adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Action RPG 22.4%, Difficult 14.4%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Cinematic 8.8%
- #15 Willow Guard
86% matchPositive93% of 41 reviews2025
Dev: MiTale
Windows
Willow Guard is a single player story-driven fantasy RPG that combines dungeon-crawling action gameplay with a choice-based interactive fiction. Build your deck of abilities, kill monsters, gather material, upgrade your equipment, meet a cast of anthropomorphic animals, and become a Willowguard!
Why similar: Lore-Rich 16.5%, Hack and Slash 16%, Dungeon Crawler 14.2%, Action RPG 14%, Difficult 11.6%
- #16 Dead by Death
87% matchMixed44% of 27 reviews2018
Dev: WILLSH
Windows
Dead by Death is a retro style platformer. The hero will explore dungeons where are full of traps and find out hidden secrets. To defeat monsters till you die or live for glory.
Why similar: Vampire 24.8% ★, Metroidvania 17.2%, Dungeon Crawler 12.6%, Difficult 11%, Platformer 9.9%
- #17 Bradamante
86% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: Ceiba Software & Arts
Windows
In 9th Century France, during the reign of Charlemagne, the Saracens invaded from the east. In this top-down high-fantasy RPG you'll play as Bradamante, the strongest of Charlemagne’s paladins, is pushing back the invasion along with her comrades.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.7%, Action RPG 25.5%, Top-Down 15.4%, Story Rich 9.1%, Lore-Rich 7.6%
- #18 The Book of Prosperity
85% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: SingKeys
Windows
Experience a story-rich Hong Kong-inspired urban fantasy where every frame-perfect parry counts. Master kinetic flow combat and parkour across twin worlds. Join Cyrus in uncovering the secrets of The Circle.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.2%, Action RPG 20.1%, Difficult 15.2%, Story Rich 8%, Sci-fi 7.7%
- #19 Castlevania Dominus Collection
84% matchVery Positive95% of 2,570 reviews2024
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!
Why similar: Vampire 29.9% ★, Metroidvania 28.7%, Action RPG 18.9%, Platformer 8.4%, Retro 8.2%
- #20 Last Loremaster
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Bad Nomads
Windows
Harness the power of the six cardinal elements in Last Loremaster, a high-octane ARPG set in a stunning mythological world. Play as Jahir, a powerful Elemental Loremaster combatting the encroaching Unravelling as you seamlessly freeze, burn, crush, and electrocute your foes!
Why similar: Action RPG 24.8%, Hack and Slash 24.6%, Dungeon Crawler 19.1%, Lore-Rich 16.3%, Top-Down 10.6%
- #21 Veritus
82% matchVery Positive83% of 141 reviews2024
Dev: Colorgrave
Windows
Unshroud secrets hidden deep within the dark chambers of the god of shadow’s castle. Persevere through monsters and mysteries lurking in every corner. Prepare to leave camp and journey into the castle’s lonely halls by collecting resources and equipment to make it out alive.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.4%, Dungeon Crawler 21.3%, Action RPG 18.5%, Mystery 7.9%, Lore-Rich 7.4%
- #22 Alpha Sorcerer
83% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Corey Hardman
Windows
An elite sorcerer king with forgotten magical powers mysteriously reappears in a bloody quest for revenge in the supreme action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Action RPG 18%, Platformer 13.5%, Story Rich 7%
- #23 Axel Quest
82% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: PowerSlash Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Hack and Slash 22.8%, Action RPG 18.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #24 Alchemist's Mountain
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Evil Art Bunny Studios
Windows
Alchemist's Mountain is a classic platforming puzzle dungeon adventure with a literal twist! Rotate the dungeons to solve them and chart your path to the pinnacle of the Starfall Spire where legends rumor lie the secret to immortality and everlasting wealth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Action RPG 20%, Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Lore-Rich 12.7%, Platformer 12%
- #25 Tales Of Wakana
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OrangeTigerPub: INDIECN
Windows
"Tales Of Wakana" is a thrilling action-adventure game like Galaxy Castlevania. Explore a mysterious and challenging world, battling monsters using magical skills. Uncover the true meaning of life, family bonds, and self-knowledge for an enlightening experience.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Action RPG 18.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.8%, Platformer 12.6%, Drama 9.6%
- #26 Afterimage
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Action RPG 14.2%, Lore-Rich 12.7%, Difficult 11.5%
- #27 No Name Village
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 44 reviews2025
Dev: PieMastah
Windows
No Name Village is a top-down adventure rpg game, set in a peaceful village on the brink of being swallowed by the Black Sea. Play as a young boy, explore the world, battle monsters, and uncover the secrets behind the looming disaster.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.3%, Action RPG 19.4%, Top-Down 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Story Rich 11.5%
- #28 Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate HD
80% matchVery Positive84% of 2,609 reviews2014
Dev: MercurySteamPub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 57%
This sequel to Castlevania: Lords of Shadow reveals the story of the Belmonts as they battle destiny across generations to discover their true fate. Trevor Belmont, knight of the Brotherhood of Light, embarks on an epic quest to avenge his mother who was killed by his father Gabriel.
Why similar: Vampire 36.4% ★, Metroidvania 27.3%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Platformer 14.1%, Fantasy 3.4%
- #29 9 Years of Shadows
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,097 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Action RPG 18.6%, Platformer 15.6%, Anime 9.3%, Lore-Rich 8.4%
- #30 The Goddess's Will
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Imagine Tavern
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dive into a 2.5D isometric action RPG adventure inspired by late-90s and early-00s classics. Face cunning enemy factions, explore a layered world filled with vivid characters, mythic stories, and handcrafted environments. Immerse yourself in a dangerous and unforgiving golden age of power fantasy.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.1%, Dungeon Crawler 20.2%, Action RPG 18.1%, Metroidvania 16.5%, Lore-Rich 12.4%
- #31 The Erebus Accord
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boundary Studios
Windows
Breach Detected. Containment protocols insufficient. Immerse yourself in a lore-rich, Action RPG, set in a sprawling underground facility. Navigate the darkness, contain escaped horrors, and restore order before humanity learns its deepest secret.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 20.3%, Action RPG 17.7%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, Top-Down 10.3%
- #32 The Myth of a Godslayer
75% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: Team EZ
Windows
Follow Klain's mythical adventures in this top-down Action-RPG mixing combat, exploration, puzzles and platforming. Travel through the New World, explore forgotten dungeons, confront terrible foes and... become a Godslayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Action RPG 17.5%, Lore-Rich 17%, Old School 12.9%, Top-Down 10.8%
- #33 Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
77% matchVery Positive94% of 4,427 reviews2018
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.
Why similar: Vampire 23.1% ★, Metroidvania 19.9%, Platformer 13.7%, Retro 12.1%, Difficult 11.1%
- #34 Opaloid Kingdom
76% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: JohnPeppermint
Windows · Linux
Take control of a sorcerer in a medieval fantasy land! Explore dark dungeons filled with monsters, travel through new towns and meet crazy wizards while fighting through obstacles that will test your skill through old-school arcade challenges
Why similar: Old School 18.3%, Top-Down 16.5%, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Retro 13.4%, Action RPG 12.1%
- #35 Almora Darkosen
74% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: Gear-Studio Grzegorz Borkowski
Windows
Welcome to the world of Almora Darkosen RPG, a classic retro-style hack and slash game! Fight, craft items, explore big island and discover all secrets! The game was passionately created by a single developer!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.3%, Action RPG 20.4%, Old School 16.6%, Retro 11.9%, Mystery 9.1%
- #36 Side Scape
76% matchPositive92% of 39 reviews2023
Dev: MathanGames
Windows
A light-hearted, Side-Scroller/ Top-Down hybrid!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Dungeon Crawler 23%, Platformer 14.1%, Top-Down 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #37 Cedric & Odious
74% matchVery Positive93% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: Tameem HamouiPub: Cold And Old
Windows · Mac
Battle through a dark fantasy world as a resurrected warrior king. Once loyal friends, you now serve at the mercy of Odious, a brilliant but corrupt sorcerer. Master tactical combat and magical artifacts in this challenging action RPG.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.7%, Action RPG 19.3%, Lore-Rich 18.7%, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%, Top-Down 11.8%
- #38 Postmortal
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CLOUDCAT
Windows
Awaken in a world after death, guided by Elyir, the goddess of light. Adventure across a forgotten plane to collect loot, battle foes, grow stronger and... go on some dates.
Why similar: Action RPG 21%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Dungeon Crawler 19.8%, Lore-Rich 15.4%, Top-Down 10.9%
- #39 Rifted Worlds
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ham Creature Sam
Windows
A fast-paced Action-RPG that takes place on the floating remnants of destroyed worlds. Discover fragments of your lost world, place them onto the map, and explore! It's time to uncover the truth behind your world's destruction...
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.8%, Action RPG 17.7%, Dungeon Crawler 16.5%, Lore-Rich 14%, Platformer 12.2%
- #40 The Shifting Cavern
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GameBoyNikolai
Windows
Explore a procedurally-generated subterranean world in The Shifting Cavern! Solve puzzles, fight monsters, and help fellow adventurers as you journey to the bottom of the ever-changing Cavern and unravel its mysteries.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 23%, Dungeon Crawler 18.4%, Action RPG 17.9%, Top-Down 12.2%, Retro 10.5%
- #41 VERITAS
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AggressivePebble
Windows
Be gay, kill eldritch horrors. VERITAS is a gothic fantasy metroidvania and narrative immersive sim, with fast paced party based combat, large maps, and a linear story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.4%, Action RPG 16.7%, Lore-Rich 14.9%, Cinematic 13.1%, Platformer 11.2%
- #42 本源行者 Tao Traveller 1900
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 本源界中国游戏工作室
Windows
In "Tao Traveller 1900", you will come to a world where reality and legends are intertwined. Exploring the secrets behind the decay and turmoil as the "yihana" in the chaotic era. Touch the profoundness of Chinese culture, Feel the characters and how everything changes in two realities ......
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Dungeon Crawler 21.5%, Action RPG 20.7%, Drama 10.4%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #43 Fire in the Beastlands
72% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2021
Dev: Chimney Castle
Windows
Explore the danger and mystery of a fallen land, whose hidden wonders are shrouded and marred by the stranglehold of wickedness. In "Fire in the Beastlands," you are thrust into a world beyond the brink, blamed for its waywardness, and confronted with the choice between revenge and redemption.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Action RPG 15.7%, Lore-Rich 15.7%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Dungeon Crawler 14.9%
- #44 Tales of Vaalundr
73% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: MetalGames
Windows · Linux
Tales of Vaalundr is a side scrolling, action/adventure rpg with a rich story line and fun player class choices!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.6%, Dungeon Crawler 22.3%, Action RPG 20.9%, Platformer 15.4%, Story Rich 6.8%
- #45 NBB.EXE
70% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Raptus Games
Windows
NBB.EXE is a challenging fast paced puzzle platformer. Bomb your way to victory through devious gauntlets to reveal the secrets of the mysterious NEON Corp. in a modern reimagining of Bomberman with a metroidvania twist.
Why similar: Transhumanism 30.6% ★, Metroidvania 17.7%, Difficult 14.7%, Top-Down 13%, Platformer 9.6%
- #46 Dust to Dust
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unlimited Spoons
Windows
Fight for your afterlife in DUST TO DUST! As a ghost on the run in a specter research facility, dash through interconnected levels, befriend the psychic Matthias, and take control of his body and powers to break down hostile coalesced creatures and wipe them out once and for all.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Hack and Slash 27.1%, Top-Down 15.1%, Action RPG 14.5%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #47 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Action RPG 14.7%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Retro 12.1%, Difficult 12%
- #48 Faction Reticent
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Alpherisk
Windows
A "whimsical fantasy" action platformer game with an open-ended progression. Utilize the given abilities to you to its fullest potential, and look epic while doing it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Hack and Slash 24.7%, Action RPG 19%, Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
- #49 Augury
70% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Azure
Windows
Fast paced gameplay with high difficulty, in-depth mechanics, and cooperative multiplayer. Action combat in confined dungeons with swarms of enemies, environmental hazards, and tough bosses.
Why similar: Difficult 18%, Platformer 15.2%, Top-Down 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Action RPG 13.1%
- #50 Songbringer
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 258 reviews2017
Dev: Wizard Fu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Imagine if the original Zelda game was set in a science-fiction galaxy. Explore this open-world, action RPG with roguelike and metroidvania elements. Mighty bosses lurk deep within procedurally-generated dungeons. Wield, vanquish, unearth, collect, craft, progress, trip, adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.4%, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Action RPG 18.1%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, Retro 7.9%
- #51 The Spectral Web: Hitodama
69% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2023
Dev: Aevin Abstract
Windows · Linux
Explore a Labyrinth full of magic, monsters, and mystery in this dungeon crawler inspired by retro classics. Wield unique spells to battle enemies, break blocks, and uncover hundreds of secrets hidden within the Labyrinth's walls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Top-Down 18.2%, Action RPG 16.9%, Dungeon Crawler 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #52 Rolled: A Pinball Nightmare
69% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: No Agenda Studios
Windows · Linux
A pinball horror adventure game. You will bounce and ping your way through a nonlinear world in hopes to get back to the life you were living before.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Lore-Rich 18.8%, Platformer 14.2%, Old School 11.3%, Mystery 8.2%
- #53 Robot Rhapsody
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Rapturous StudioPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
A turn-based RPG following Selva, a retired mercenary; Aurum, a poetic "robot bard"; and allies including engineers, luddite artists, and survivors fighting back against AI-controlled "utopias". Recruit machines to your side, upgrade with salvaged tech, & explore bizarre pockets of human resistance.
Why similar: Transhumanism 18.4% ★, Cinematic 15.7%, Lore-Rich 15.7%, Drama 11.1%, Old School 11%
- #54 Brizo
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 朱展鹏Pub: 游龙翼道
Windows
DreamKiller is a 2D side-scrolling action game that combines strategy cards with intense combat. Control Irene as she navigates a world where dreams and reality merge, piecing together the shattered Dream Interpretation Codex. Use card-switching to unleash powerful skills in a Souls-like challenge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Lore-Rich 21.9%, Action RPG 16%, Platformer 12.5%, Retro 8.1%
- #55 Shalnor Legends: Sacred Lands
69% matchMixed68% of 53 reviews2018
Dev: Johnny Ostad
Windows
A Story-Rich RPG/Action-Adventure Game, made by one person over the course of three years. Step into the shoes of the young Elf Rynna, and explore the Sacred Lands. Venture into dangerous dungeons, explore caves and solve puzzles and become the champion of the Goddess Illeria.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.7%, Lore-Rich 22%, Top-Down 12.3%, Retro 9.8%, Story Rich 9.5%
- #56 LUNARIS
67% 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 30.2%, Platformer 15.6%, Difficult 15.1%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Action RPG 10.8%
- #57 Heroine Anthem Zero 2 : Scalescars Oath
67% matchVery Positive82% of 785 reviews2022
Dev: WindThunder StudioPub: Skywalker HK
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 51%
ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Hack and Slash 19.3%, Action RPG 15.9%, Drama 14%, Platformer 11.5%
- #58 Echoes From The Soul
65% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: NG+Studios
Windows · Linux
"Let the fragments reverberate within your being. Let the echoes from your soul vibrate within every living bodycell. Now, my child, you're whole again. Be it a good or a bad thing, we'll leave for you to choose."
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Hack and Slash 22.2%, Lore-Rich 18.3%, Platformer 13.8%, Drama 7.2%
- #59 Lilium Reach
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostglade
Windows
Lilium Reach is an action adventure where you travel to a distant, forgotten region of space. Explore and collect customizable gear to aid you as you face oddities, mysteries, and danger that your life in the core systems never prepared you for.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Action RPG 18.2%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Old School 11%
- #60 Blasphemous 2
64% matchVery Positive91% of 17,676 reviews2023
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Lore-Rich 13.8%, Action RPG 12.1%, Difficult 11.3%