- #1 Dungeon X Dungeon
97% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: PlayOne
Windows
Arcadia 's best treasure hunter Luke is a dungeon hunter to prevent the resurrection of the Evil! We invite you to the world, which is filled with interesting stories, encounters with friends, action games that will defeat invulnerable monsters and use various elements to get through the dungeons.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 31% ★, Metroidvania 24.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Old School 6.5%, Side Scroller 5.8%
- #2 Saga
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flynn's Arcade
Windows
Help Saga in her quest for revenge. A Viking girl who has lost everything to evil will embark on an epic journey to find answers and put an end to the hordes of enemies ravaging her land.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 26.1% ★, Metroidvania 17.3%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 10.2%, 1990's 7.5%
- #3 Mage
96% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2019
Dev: Game Sage Productions
Windows
Dungeon exploring Wizard action! Learn spells, defeat bosses and escape the evil in this 2D metroidvania.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 31.2% ★, Metroidvania 23%, Platformer 10.2%, Hand-drawn 7.4%, Exploration 6.3%
- #4 Rubi: The Wayward Mira
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wayward Games
Windows
A game about saving a dying planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 11.6%, RPG 9.3%, Exploration 6.8%
- #5 Goo Keeper
94% 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 29%, Platformer 13.2%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Old School 7.8%
- #6 Albert's Journey
94% 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 28.9%, Platformer 17.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Retro 9.7%, Old School 7.4%
- #7 Unbound: Worlds Apart
93% matchVery Positive84% of 1,299 reviews2021
Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 15.7%, Hand-drawn 7%, Adventure 6.6%
- #8 Infernal Cave
92% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: TOKYO COOL JAPAN
Windows
A 2D dot action game created by students. Aim for the goal without being discouraged by traps and gimmicks!
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 49.8% ★, Side Scroller 22.4%, Exploration 9.5%, Adventure 8%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
- #9 Florarium
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Melting Caramel
Windows
Florarium is a Metroidvania game focused on exploration and battle. Explore the mysterious world full of unexpected secrets. Battle fierce enemies with your bow. Choose your own path to your goddess in the vast, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Platformer 15.5%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Exploration 9.2%, Story Rich 8%
- #10 Peaky Circus
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Peaky Circus is a hand-drawn adventure about a mime exploring a broken world of clowns. Discover strange lands, battle quirky monsters, learn new skills, and befriend unusual characters in a charming, melancholic journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Exploration 6.8%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #11 Raygun Gadabout
90% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: Quantum Duck Studio Ltd.
Windows
An exhilarating action-adventure game set in a vibrant retro-futuristic universe. Embark on daring interstellar journeys, uncovering new worlds, and battling formidable alien adversaries. Upgrade your ship and abilities as you explore the vastness of space to save the Galaxy from a hidden threat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, 1990's 13.4%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Platformer 9.3%
- #12 Ascent DX
89% matchVery Positive99% of 272 reviews2025
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Exploration 9.7%, Adventure 8%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
- #13 Pocket Witch
89% matchPositive98% of 44 reviews2022
Dev: Naoka StudioPub: Naoka Games
Windows
Face different challenges to help the little witch escape from a dungeon full of traps and enemies, where she was trapped by a great evil sorcerer.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 34.1% ★, Metroidvania 21.5%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Platformer 14%, Adventure 6.4%
- #14 Night Breaker
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 10 DEAD Pixels
Windows
Venture into an unusual, alien world full of danger and mysteries in this sci-fi Metroidvania. Grab your gear and face the challenge of sustaining a once-thriving space colony. Can you bring this place back to life? Are you ready to uncover all the secrets lurking in the darkness?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 8%, Adventure 6.3%
- #15 Nightmare Boy
88% matchMixed61% of 41 reviews2017
Dev: The Vanir ProjectPub: BadLand Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Nightmare Boy is a metroidvania, action/adventure 2D game where you'll meet weird and unique friends and foes. But tread carefully: Quirky characters and their reactions can have game-changing consequences. Be prepared to collect rare items, vanquish enemies, and eventually face your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Side Scroller 19%, Platformer 12.9%, Hand-drawn 8.2%, Exploration 7.8%
- #16 God Edge
86% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Weaver Games
Windows
Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Side Scroller 21.2%, RPG 11.8%, Platformer 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #17 Slumbering Feline
85% matchMostly Positive72% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: The Flavare
Windows · Linux
Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Can Momo find her way out of this dreamscape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Platformer 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Exploration 7.2%
- #18 Lone Fungus
84% matchVery Positive84% of 1,139 reviews2023
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Old School 6.8%
- #19 The Smoke
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vino VenitasPub: Eternally Forward Games
Windows
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Platformer 14.5%, RPG 9.2%, Hand-drawn 8.5%
- #20 Stoatman
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostum
Windows
Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Platformer 16.7%, Side Scroller 11%, Cute 7.2%, Exploration 6.8%
- #21 Islets
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,209 reviews2022
Dev: Kyle ThompsonPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Platformer 16.2%, Story Rich 8.2%, Side Scroller 7.4%, Cute 7.3%
- #22 Corestory
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leon Busch
Windows
Embark on an exciting journey through the long forgotten kingdom of Corestate. Collect and master various abilities, upgrade your gear, customize how you want to play and defeat powerful opponents. Decide about the world’s fate in this mysterious pixel-art Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Platformer 13.6%, Story Rich 7.2%, Exploration 6.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #23 Legends of the Universe - Cosmic Bounty
82% matchMixed69% of 32 reviews2018
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Cosmic Bounty is a metroidvania style action platformer. You play as Jekt, A Bounty Hunter commissioned with hunting down a rebel General named Volgat. Explore areas to gain new abilities and increase your stats so you can defeat powerful enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Platformer 15.1%, 1990's 11.4%, Exploration 8.1%, RPG 7.8%
- #24 VeLM
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GMS LabPub: MV Games
Windows
VeLM is an atmospheric adventure in Xibalba, the Mayan underworld, full of enemies and traps set by the Gods of Darkness. Unlock the secrets of the ancient myths, defeat the powerful Hun-Came and save the town of San Lamar from the curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Platformer 14.1%, Adventure 8.5%, Hand-drawn 7.5%
- #25 Pitiri 1977
81% matchMixed57% of 117 reviews2014
Dev: ILIKESCIFI Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Enter a seventies science fiction utopia with hand-drawn levels and characters. A platformer adventure with a soundtrack from the past. Are you ready for 1977?
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Platformer 16.3%, RPG 10.3%, Exploration 7.5%
- #26 Raji: Prologue
79% matchVery Positive89% of 621 reviews2020
Dev: Nodding Heads Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 21%
Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion. She must use the powers granted to her by the gods to rescue her brother as she battles to face the demon lord Mahabalasura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Platformer 17.9%, Story Rich 9.4%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Cute 7.1%
- #27 WarriOrb: Prologue
79% matchVery Positive88% of 399 reviews2019
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Platformer 12.8%, RPG 7.1%, Exploration 6.7%
- #28 Bitlands
78% 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 28.5%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Platformer 16.9%, Exploration 8.9%, Adventure 7.5%
- #29 Awita: Journey of Hope
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 89 reviews2025
Dev: ant_game_projects
Windows · Linux
Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #30 Chasm
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,617 reviews2018
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Platformer 12.7%, Side Scroller 12%, RPG 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #31 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
77% 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 32.4%, Platformer 16.4%, Side Scroller 16.3%, RPG 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #32 Haiku, the Robot
75% matchVery Positive90% of 3,390 reviews2022
Dev: Mister Morris Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Platformer 11.6%, Exploration 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #33 The Tower Between Us
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alessandro de OliveiraPub: Black Ember Games
Windows
A 2D Hand Drawn, high-intense metroidvania, telling how two brave women helped to build the Tower of Babel and faced their annihilation.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 32.1% ★, Metroidvania 20.7%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Platformer 12.3%, Hand-drawn 7.4%
- #34 Enemies Within
74% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: BoomSqueak
Windows
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Platformer 10.9%, Exploration 9.2%, Choices Matter 5.3%
- #35 HEBEREKE Enjoy Edition
73% matchPositive91% of 35 reviews2024
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Where am I pyooooo??? HEBEREKEis back and so is his great and surreal adventure! A mysterious little creature Hebe fell into a mysterious world. Discover a brand new world, explore every corner, find the treasures with your new wonderful friends, and use their skills to find new places.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Platformer 19.2%, 1990's 12.3%, Exploration 9.2%, Cute 6.3%
- #36 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,561 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, Platformer 15.4%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Adventure 9.2%, Hand-drawn 7.1%
- #37 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
75% 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 33.2%, Platformer 18.1%, 1990's 11.2%, RPG 9.2%, Old School 7.8%
- #38 The Bounty Huntress
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: IC Games
Windows
In this a Metroidvania style game made in crispy pixel art, Join Rhea , a bounty huntress with a task to save some people who have been kidnapped and taken to an old abandoned castle where there are many dangers, she needs your help to rescue these people and to bring peace to the city of Vaunard
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Side Scroller 16.6%, 1990's 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Adventure 9.1%
- #39 Timespinner 2: Unwoven Dream
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lunar Ray Games
Windows · Linux
Travel to the Tower in the Sea to avert the apocalypse, in this exploration action-platformer. Join Auria, a retired war hero, as she adventures through a beautiful and dangerous world to save her family and the fabric of reality itself!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Platformer 14.4%, RPG 9.7%, Exploration 7.4%
- #40 Curse of the Draugr Kings
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: XSKR LLC
Windows
What awaits you in the depths of this ancient tomb? Get ready to explore and discover the secrets of the dungeon of the draugr kings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Platformer 14.1%, 1990's 10.4%, Old School 6.3%
- #41 SHADE Protocol
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Legendary
Windows · Linux
SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Exploration 6.7%, Story Rich 5.9%
- #42 Tuqim
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Plántula
Windows
Heal a dying world as Tuqim, the last seed of life. Unite broken machines, solve eco-puzzles, and fight a mechanical army in a journey of solidarity.
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 36.1% ★, Metroidvania 23%, Platformer 13.9%, Exploration 7.2%, Adventure 5.9%
- #43 Super Dungeon Boy 2
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tower Up Studios
Windows · Linux
Based on hit retro games, here you'll find action, platforming adventure and exploration. I challenge you to find all the secret dungeons!
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 33.1% ★, Side Scroller 18.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Adventure 7.8%, Retro 7.6%
- #44 A.N.N.E
72% matchMixed53% of 38 reviews2019
Dev: Gamesbymo Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore the mysterious and beautiful planet Gomi on foot or with your spaceship in this action packed platformer and space shooter hybrid. Your mission is simple, retrieve A.N.N.E and escape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, RPG 15.8%, Platformer 13.1%, Side Scroller 12%, Adventure 9.4%
- #45 Midpoint
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frandy
Windows
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Side Scroller 18%, Platformer 14.2%, Exploration 7.5%, Hand-drawn 7.1%
- #46 Heartless
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Dipanjan RoyPub: Tinni Games
Windows
A casual 2d Cave Escape game
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 42% ★, Platformer 18.5%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Adventure 8.3%, Old School 6.5%
- #47 Greed
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kahjoo Studio
Windows
Explore the unforgiving world of Ükeron, reveal the story of its kings and warlords, carve your path through its dangerous environments, outlive your foes and grow more powerful with each strike of your sword.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, RPG 12.9%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Metroidvania 10.9%, Platformer 9.8%
- #48 PlayBound
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Sploot
Windows
PlayBound tells the story of Kelvin, a boy whose parents have become fatally boring. Strap on your velcro light-up kicks and equip your POG slammers, because it's time to save the world from certain lameness!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Platformer 10.9%, Adventure 10.7%, Hand-drawn 9.1%
- #49 Constance
67% matchVery Positive83% of 2,256 reviews2025
Dev: Blue Backpack
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring a paintbrush-wielding artist, striving to escape from a colorful but decaying inner-world, created by her declining mental health.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Platformer 13.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Exploration 6.7%
- #50 Somnium Shore
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
Windows
A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Platformer 20.7%, Exploration 10.9%, Adventure 8.7%, Side Scroller 8.1%
- #51 Misspell
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
Windows
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Platformer 16.3%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Story Rich 7.4%, Exploration 6.9%
- #52 The Legend of Chalkvania
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Crocodilligator Games
Windows
A bite-sized retro action-adventure set in a quirky, cursed land. Battle monsters, meet oddball characters, and uncover hidden secrets in this homage to old-school 2D adventures. Whether you walk the path of light or embrace the curse, the Legend of Chalkvania is yours to write.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Exploration 8.9%, Old School 8.2%, Choices Matter 7.5%
- #53 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons
69% matchVery Positive96% of 89 reviews2019
Dev: Adventure Islands
Windows · Mac
Hop into a Game Boy inspired metroidvania adventure! Explore a huge and open dungeon and find ability upgrades to help you in your quest! Can you survive the tiny dangerous dungeons and find the presumably huge treasure?
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Platformer 16%, Adventure 10.5%, Retro 8.9%
- #54 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
67% matchVery Positive87% of 98 reviews2023
Dev: The Island Games
Windows
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Platformer 12.9%, Exploration 7.9%, RPG 7.5%
- #55 Catmaze
68% matchVery Positive84% of 581 reviews2018
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Exploration 7.3%, RPG 6.5%
- #56 Akatori
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast Games
Windows
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 12.7%, Exploration 8.1%, Hand-drawn 7.7%
- #57 Sekrets Of The Dungeon
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NekoGame Studio
Windows
Sekrets of the Dungeon - a 2D platformer in the genre of Dungeon Crawler, where you have to try to solve all the secrets of the dungeon, losing yourself, without stepping aside... And go home!
Why similar: Mystery Dungeon 30.4% ★, Metroidvania 18.4%, Platformer 13.4%, Exploration 7.6%, Choices Matter 6.6%
- #58 Alwa's Awakening
67% matchVery Positive80% of 909 reviews2017
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Platformer 17%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Retro 8.7%