Games Like Rabi-Ribi

Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Anime 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this game directly evolves the bullet-hell combat and exploration mechanics found in Rabi-Ribi.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Difficult 8%, Female Protagonist 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fantastic metroidvania that perfectly integrates Touhou-style bullet-hell patterns into its boss fights.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Difficult 8.4%, Platformer 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features tight, challenging combat and beautiful pixel art that mirrors the atmospheric exploration of the seed game.

A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Anime 10.3%, Platformer 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers fluid, high-speed combat and exploration with a distinct anime aesthetic that feels very similar to Rabi-Ribi.

Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Anime 15.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Cute 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines anime-style visuals with a heavy focus on combat and environmental interactions in a metroidvania setting.

"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Anime 9.4%, Female Protagonist 9%, Platformer 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series, offering polished combat and a refined metroidvania experience.

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Female Protagonist 17.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Difficult 8.4%, Anime 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful metroidvania with a female protagonist and challenging boss encounters that emphasize pattern recognition.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Anime 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential metroidvania experience with a female lead, deep customization, and expansive world-building.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Platformer 8.2%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong narrative, pixel-perfect platforming, and challenging boss fights that reward exploration.

This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Anime 12%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Platformer 8.2%, Cute 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, anime-inspired metroidvania that emphasizes fast-paced movement and combat.

RABBIT & STEEL is a co-op action roguelike that recreates the essence of high-level MMO raiding in a randomized, simplified, bunny-sized package. Choose your class, gather your rabbit-eared companions and battle your way to the Moonlit Pinnacle!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.6%, Anime 15.8%, Difficult 14.8%, Cute 11.4%, Magic 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the bullet-hell boss rush aspect of the seed game with a strong co-op emphasis.

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 29.2%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Anime 10.5%, Difficult 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, gorgeous metroidvania with a strong anime influence and diverse combat abilities.

Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Platformer 12.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Anime 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a polished platforming experience with a cute aesthetic and satisfying exploration loops.

Last Command is a fast-paced Snake x Bullet Hell action game. Maneuver through enemies’ barrage of attacks, collect Data Points to deal damage! Mix and match skill chips as you progress, overcome intense Boss battles, and uncover the secrets of their program world...

Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Female Protagonist 15%, Anime 14.8%, Difficult 14.5%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends bullet-hell mechanics with action-adventure elements, focusing on challenging boss encounters.

Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Female Protagonist 17%, Anime 12.7%, Difficult 8.6%, Action 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to the Momodora series that focuses on high-stakes combat and dark, beautiful aesthetics.

Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Anime 9.1%, Platformer 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features vibrant, cute visuals and platforming-heavy gameplay that aligns with the lighthearted tone of Rabi-Ribi.

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 19%, Great Soundtrack 17.2%, Anime 10.1%, Difficult 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with fast-paced combat and puzzle-solving that captures the energetic feel of the seed game.

Control the lovely little witch Nobeta, explore the unknown mysterious castle, and gradually discover the truth!

Why similar: Cute 27.3%, Anime 23.4%, Female Protagonist 23.3%, Action 5.7%, Adventure 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D action game that emphasizes magic-based combat and cute character design.

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 36.4%, Platformer 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Cute 7.7%, Exploration 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and accessible metroidvania that focuses on exploration and unique boss mechanics.

Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.7%, Platformer 11.2%, Great Soundtrack 6.1%, Difficult 5.7%, Action 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its deep, combo-heavy combat system and intricate metroidvania map design.

The world of Touhou comes alive in this beautiful action RPG (featuring “bullet hell” elements, of course!). Infamous vampire Remilia Scarlet and her dutiful maid, Sakuya, set off to chase rumors of a massive monster, all while sending baddies flying with fluid action and signature skills!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.9%, Anime 15.3%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Platformer 10.1%, Magic 10%

Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented title featuring Touhou characters with a focus on fast-paced combat and bullet-hell elements.

ICEY is a 2D side-scrolling action game and a META game in disguise. As you follow the narrator's omnipresent voice, you will see through ICEY's eyes and learn the truth about her world. The narrator will constantly urge you in one direction, but you must ask, "Why? Why am I following his directions?“ Obey? Rebel?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.2%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Anime 16.6%, Metroidvania 10.9%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, meta-narrative action game with fluid combat and anime-inspired visuals.

Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Female Protagonist 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A deep adventure game with metroidvania elements and a focus on exploration and combat.

Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Anime 13.5%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Platformer 9.9%

桜を見ながら西瓜を割り、紅葉を見ながら鍋をつつく こんな季節に誰がした！ イレギュラーでシーズナルなシューティング幻想！

Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.8%, Great Soundtrack 20.3%, Difficult 13.5%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Cute 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A pure bullet-hell experience that provides the high-difficulty pattern-dodging challenge found in Rabi-Ribi's bosses.

Take control of Piko, our hammer wielding heroine, as you bash things up with a big hammer in this cute Anime-styled 2D metroidvania-inspired adventure! Uncover mysteries! Beat the bad guys who do naughty things! Explore the Piko Piko world with her floof fox friend!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Platformer 10.7%, Anime 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, pixel-art metroidvania that focuses on platforming and melee combat.

Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!

Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Anime 10.9%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Exploration 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled metroidvania that excels in level design and character-swapping mechanics.

A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.9%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Platformer 8%, Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania with a female protagonist and a focus on item-based exploration.

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Difficult 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art metroidvania that rewards deep exploration and discovery with challenging combat.

Gensokyo Night Festival is a 2D action-exploration game set in the world of Gensokyo.Join Suika Ibuki as she wreaks havoc throughout Gensokyo against the backdrop of the festival held at Hakurei Shrine.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Bullet Hell 10.2%, Female Protagonist 9%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

Touhou Blooming Chaos 2 is an brand new rogue shooter where you control a character of a varied cast to explore an all randomized labyrinth. Enjoy the excessive fun of reaping enemies and character training. With balanced difficulty, you can always find your place as either beginner or veteran!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.7%, Anime 18.1%, Action 15.5%, Adventure 14.9%, Indie 12.1%

A bullet hell roguelike game. Players can utilize characters with different abilities, collect and assemble powerful items. Dance through an unending barrage of bullets to save both yourself and Touhou Gensokyo from the darkness that is engulfing everything.

Why similar: Anime 22.6%, Female Protagonist 21.5%, Platformer 16.2%, Cute 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%

Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Platformer 12.1%, Anime 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%

Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Platformer 14.3%, Anime 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 36%, Anime 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Cute 10.3%, Female Protagonist 9.9%

Packed with fast-paced, turn-based RPG action, fourth-wall-breaking, trope-demolishing dialogue, and more item, weapon, and costume customization than you can shake a Lvl. 1 Stick at, Gamindustri is a world set on turning the concept of the JRPG on its head!

Why similar: Anime 44.8%, Female Protagonist 28.1%, Cute 17.1%, Action 3.4%, Adventure 3.4%

Based on the "Touhou Project" world, Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded- is an addictive roguelike RPG that's easy for beginners to pickup and play, but with tons of advanced options for pros! Explore dungeons with your Touhou favorites characters, collect loot, and battle over the Golden Spheres!

Why similar: Anime 26%, Female Protagonist 23.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Adventure 11.5%, Cute 10.5%

Fantastic Danmaku Festival is a Touhou Project fanfiction STG with colourful danmaku, beautiful remix music and original music. Besides the characters we know in Touhou Project, there is also a brand new original character named Nix in this game! With the Scarlet Devil mansion as their stage, the girls are soaring in the sky of Gensokyo!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 46.1%, Anime 10.4%, Difficult 9%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%, Female Protagonist 7.6%

Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Platformer 14.9%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

今度の異変は二人で一人？ いまだ煽り続ける都市伝説が新たな異変を引き起こす 今度の異変は二人が一人！？ならば二人で解決するしかない！

Why similar: Bullet Hell 24%, Great Soundtrack 23.8%, Female Protagonist 17.6%, Anime 10.2%, Cute 6.1%

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 37.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Platformer 7.8%

Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?

Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Anime 8.3%, Action 4.5%

Dodge bullets to the rhythm and take down everything that moves! A rhythmical danmaku action game.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.4%, Cute 16.5%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Action 10%, Fantasy 6.5%

Explore the stylish world of Wonderland with Usada and Kotora as they search for a mysterious girl named Alice! A Metroidvania action game with a rich, exhilarating battle system all wrapped up in cuteness!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Platformer 10.1%, Anime 9.7%, Difficult 9.7%

Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!

Why similar: Platformer 15.2%, Side Scroller 12%, Anime 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Cute 9.5%

A 2D platforming adventure featuring fireworks

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.2%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Anime 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Exploration 9.1%

Help Reisen Udongein Inaba navigate through 14 action packed stages in this exhilarating 2D Bullet Hell Platformer based on Touhou Project!

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.8%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Platformer 17.1%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.1%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, Anime 5.5%, Side Scroller 4.6%

a cute little metroidvania with challenging combat and witchcraft 🧙🍐

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Cute 8.7%, Exploration 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」

Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.2%, Anime 21.3%, Cute 16.8%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%

"The Disappearing of Gensokyo" is a Touhou Project doujin game from MyACG Studio, a Chinese doujin game fan circle. We have re-imagined Touhou as an ARPG, creating this "Danmaku-Shooting-ARPG". We hope this game will be a good experience for those who are both new and knowledgeable of Touhou!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.8%, Anime 17.4%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, Difficult 10.7%

Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.6%, Anime 14.5%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Platformer 12.2%, Difficult 11.6%

Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

Why similar: Platformer 20.1%, Great Soundtrack 18%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Side Scroller 6.3%

The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!

Why similar: Side Scroller 18%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Platformer 12.5%, Anime 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.2%

Wings of Vi is a challenging 2D platformer in which the player controls the angel Vi, tasked with defeating the Demon Lord Jeh’oul after he is freed from captivity. While inspired by masochistic retro platformers, Wings of Vi aims to cut out arbitrary difficulty in favor of skill based gameplay.

Why similar: Difficult 17.3%, Platformer 14.4%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Metroidvania 13.6%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%

Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival part II is a danmaku shooting game, which is the second part of Touhou Makuka Sai. The repeat of incident is coming again. Can the girls going to the netherworld solve the mystery?

Why similar: Bullet Hell 46.9%, Great Soundtrack 15%, Difficult 10.7%, Anime 10.3%, Female Protagonist 9.9%

Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.3%, Metroidvania 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Side Scroller 11%, Anime 10.5%

"The collapse of Gensokyo... it was all you - " To rebuild the now barren phantasia, Reimu's journey begins. A Touhou Project officially approved derivative rhythm action game.

Why similar: Anime 21.8%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Female Protagonist 17%, Cute 11.4%, Action 8.5%