- #1 HEBEREKE Enjoy Edition
97% 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 37.4%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 12%, 1990's 9.5%, Action 8.6%
- #2 Pentacore
96% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Jonathan CollierPub: Mythril Age
Windows
Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.2%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 12%, 1990's 7%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #3 Odallus: The Dark Call
96% matchVery Positive88% of 1,345 reviews2015
Dev: JoyMasher
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Retro 10.3%, Platformer 10%, Action 6.5%
- #4 Environmental Station Alpha
94% matchVery Positive83% of 1,601 reviews2015
Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Platformer 10.3%, Action 4.3%, Indie 4.3%
- #5 PATHFINDER 08
94% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Exploration 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Platformer 4.9%
- #6 Cathedral
93% matchMostly Positive73% of 445 reviews2019
Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.2%, Platformer 9.1%, Action 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Retro 7.2%
- #7 Croakspire
92% 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 50.4%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Exploration 8.5%, Platformer 7.5%
- #8 CHIP: Rescuer of Kittens
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Khamitovs TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows · Mac · Linux
CHIP is a 2D Metroidvania platformer in retro-style where you are a space rescuer of kittens. Explore The Universe in a shiny new spaceship. Travel from planet to planet, fight against an evil Dr.Meowcraft and robots, save the kidnapped kittens!
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Indie 9.9%, Retro 9.9%
- #9 Overbowed
91% 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 48.5%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Platformer 10.1%, Retro 7.3%
- #10 Blaster Master Zero
90% matchVery Positive93% of 1,058 reviews2019
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Mutant scum never learn! Blaster Master Zero makes its Steam debut! Blaster Master Zero is a 8-bit style top-down & sideview 2D action-adventure game that hearkens back to the golden age of the NES. The game features new gameplay elements such as improved gameplay, and a more robust scenario.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Platformer 12.3%, Action 11.9%, Retro 10.1%
- #11 Chibits
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PhatRobit
Windows · Mac
Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 9.2%, Action 5.8%
- #12 Escape From Tethys
89% matchMixed69% of 457 reviews2018
Dev: Whimsical
Windows · Mac
You're trapped, alone and cold on a distant planet. Pursued by a droid with only one purpose: killing everything. You must find an escape. Explore the hostile environment, find secret upgrades and new weapons, and finally make your escape from this dark, hostile planet...
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, Platformer 16.3%, Action 11.3%, Exploration 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%
- #13 Somnium Shore
88% 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 47.7%, Platformer 14.9%, Exploration 10.7%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Action 7.2%
- #14 Garrison
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WKH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Traverse a broken empire to help the people and learn the truth. Discover items and combine them in new ways to destroy obstacles or enemies as you explore both side-scrolling and top-down perspective areas. Set out on an action/adventure journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #15 Pipsqueak!
86% 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 44%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Exploration 7.9%
- #16 You Have to Win the Game
86% matchVery Positive93% of 5,714 reviews2014
Dev: Minor Key Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%
You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.9%, Platformer 11.9%, Retro 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Indie 4%
- #17 Inexistence Rebirth
85% matchMostly Positive71% of 132 reviews2020
Dev: Jonathan Brassaud
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Rediscover this great Metroidvania game in a brand new version with a lot of features and improvements! Run in a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, Platformer 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Action 6.5%, Indie 5.1%
- #18 Jubilee
84% matchVery Positive97% of 102 reviews2021
Dev: finalbossblues
Windows
Challenging precision platformer based on tight, fluid movement. Open map layout with multiple routes. Collect gems and save animals.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 15%, Action 10.4%, Exploration 9%
- #19 Wattson the Bulb
83% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: DegDeGames
Windows
A metroidvania platformer set in a bizarre world. Master unique abilities and combine them in creative ways to overcome challenges over a hundred hand crafted levels. Speed through to find the fastest route or explore at your own pace to unlock everything — a tough but rewarding adventure awaits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Platformer 15.8%, Action 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #20 Axiom Verge
84% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.1%, Platformer 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Retro 4.8%, Indie 4.2%
- #21 Shadow King
82% 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 46.8%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Retro 8.3%, Platformer 6.9%
- #22 Delta Zero
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Tyler M Richardson
Windows
A fast-paced action platformer with non-linear world progression and level design! Challenging gameplay with 3 difficulty modes, 2 playable characters and local co-op! Fight bosses in any order and experience the world change with each victory, enemies become harder, faster and smarter!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 11.5%, 1990's 11.3%, Exploration 8.2%
- #23 Jessica's Uncomfortable Hanukkah Adventure
81% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Dog and Spider Productions
Windows
It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.1%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 12.4%, Action 6.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #24 Xeodrifter
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 855 reviews2014
Dev: Atooi
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Platformer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Retro 8.7%, 2D Platformer 8.1%
- #25 Maya Star
80% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: RetroLamen
Windows
In a magical land ruled by an ancient evil, a prophecy says that salvation will come with the awakening of a new hero. Explore different maps, fight evil creatures and decide the fate of Maya Star.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Action 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #26 Project Delta
79% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Flying Fire, LLC
Windows
Explore all possible realities as you try and save the universe from the Darkness in this unique Procedurally Designed Mega Metroidvania Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 9.7%, 1990's 8.7%, Retro 8.2%
- #27 Maelstrom
79% 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 55.4%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Platformer 7.8%, Action 7.2%
- #28 Blaster Master Zero 2
78% matchVery Positive90% of 551 reviews2019
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".
Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Platformer 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Action 12.5%, Retro 10.9%
- #29 史莱狗(Slimg)
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cow Studio
Windows
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.2%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Action 4.8%
- #30 Rex Rocket
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 262 reviews2014
Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.1%, Platformer 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Action 8.7%, Retro 8.5%
- #31 Eystrandi
77% 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 53.8%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Platformer 6.2%, Action 5.9%
- #32 ReSetna
75% matchVery Positive83% of 174 reviews2025
Dev: Today's GamesPub: Module16
Windows
What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.
Why similar: Metroidvania 68.5%, Platformer 16.1%, Action 8.3%, Indie 7.1%
- #33 Dusted Dusk
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Exploration 10.1%, Platformer 8.8%, Action 6.2%
- #34 Castle In The Darkness
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,266 reviews2015
Dev: Matt KapPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.1%, Platformer 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Retro 6.1%, Action 5.4%
- #35 PLAN:B
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BAKSAL.Studio
Windows
A black cat pulls multiple triggers of revenge. Set, a feline mercenary with a massive bayonet, is haunted by her past and driven to avenge her fallen comrades. In a cyberpunk world of twelve races, she uncovers hidden truths through brutal action and vast Metroidvania exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Platformer 14.5%, Action 10.4%, Exploration 9.4%
- #36 The Ramsey
74% matchVery Positive93% of 67 reviews2023
Dev: IKINAGAMES
Windows
The Ramsey is a 2D platformer that allows you to play as cute squirrel characters solving puzzles using various weapons. Explore maze-like islands and overcome difficult obstacles with the strongest squirrels in the universe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 13.6%, Exploration 8.7%, 1990's 8.5%
- #37 The Adventures of Poppe
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, 1990's 11.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #38 Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition
73% matchVery Positive81% of 1,239 reviews2018
Dev: Long Hat HousePub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 46%
In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.6%, Platformer 11.9%, Action 10.9%, Indie 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
- #39 Little Nemo and the Guardians of Slumberland
71% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: DIE SOFT
Windows
Explore a dream world as the iconic Little Nemo, armed with toys, candy, and stuffed animals in this cute & colorful Metroidvania adventure. Experience NES-era platformer gameplay in a vast, non-linear world that has been hand-animated frame-by-frame, as you unlock new abilities to progress.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Exploration 9.1%, Platformer 8.6%, Retro 7.5%
- #40 Battery Samurai
73% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Matthewstone
Windows
Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Platformer 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action 6.5%
- #41 Albert's Journey
72% 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 43.4%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Retro 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%
- #42 The Mummy Demastered
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 898 reviews2017
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A powerful ancient evil has arisen, and the war to save humanity has begun! As an elite agent in the monster-hunting Prodigium organization, you must use a variety of weapons, upgrades, and mysterious artifacts to defend mankind against the supernatural hordes of Princess Ahmanet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Action 9.4%, Platformer 7.1%, Retro 6.3%
- #43 Ganymede
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Clydeware LLC
Windows
Hack and slash your way through a space station overrun with aggressive alien creatures. Collect upgrade orbs to extend your abilities and conquer convoluted movement puzzles.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.7%, 2D Platformer 15%, Exploration 11.7%, Platformer 11%, Action 6%
- #44 Bread Adventure
70% 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 52.9%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Action 5%
- #45 孙悟空大战机器金刚 / Sun Wukong VS Robot
71% matchVery Positive89% of 102 reviews2019
Dev: Bitca
Windows · Mac
Sun Wukong VS Robot is a mini retro pixel metroidvania game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.1%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Platformer 9.4%, Retro 9.2%
- #46 Anatine
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows · Mac
Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10%, Platformer 9.2%, 1990's 8.9%
- #47 Alwa's Awakening
70% 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 59.5%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Retro 8.3%, Indie 6.3%
- #48 Gato Roboto
69% matchVery Positive94% of 5,065 reviews2019
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Platformer 9.4%, Retro 6.5%, Indie 6.4%
- #49 A Dream of Burning Sand
71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Eldwood
Windows · Linux
Two girls travelling through the desert, fighting monsters and solving puzzles. An action-adventure exploration-based platformer game with lots of sidequests and more secrets than you will ever find.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Exploration 8.6%, Action 7.6%
- #50 Chasm
69% 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 63.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Platformer 10%, Indie 5.7%, Action 5.5%
- #51 Gastova: The Witches of Arkana
68% matchPositive97% of 33 reviews2022
Dev: MechWolf Productions
Windows
Gastova is a lighthearted 2D platforming adventure game. Journey into Arkana and become the Guardian Witch!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Exploration 8.1%
- #52 Demon Peak
69% matchMixed69% of 242 reviews2017
Dev: Kajak Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%
In Demon Peak, you play as the nameless warrior, trapped inside the depths of an unholy Mountain. Explore the mysterious and perilous enviroments, fight against a multitude of different enemies and gather magical abilities to overcome the Mountain's evil inhabitants.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.4%, Action 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Platformer 10.2%, Indie 9.8%
- #53 Cosmobreeder Yiffai
66% matchVery Positive86% of 155 reviews2025
Dev: KEMOSHOCO
Windows
Travel to a forgotten world and study alien creatures in this authentic retro metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Retro 9.4%
- #54 Earthblade
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows
You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 10%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #55 Legends of the Universe - Cosmic Bounty
68% 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 42.2%, Platformer 12.1%, 1990's 11.2%, Exploration 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #56 Janosik
67% matchVery Positive94% of 677 reviews2020
Dev: Onix GamesPub: Retrovibe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Challenging retro pixel graphics action-platformer. Become a legendary rogue Janosik and explore the big mountain castle level full of secrets. Available for FREE!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 12.8%, 1990's 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #57 Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Stephen Ciuca
Windows
Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke is a Metroidvania with action and RPG elements. Jump, slide, wall jump, swim, and battle your way through the Dukedom. Other mechanics include pushing boxes, pulling levers, and swinging on ropes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.7%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 13.5%, Action 8.3%, Indie 2.9%
- #58 Little Droid 2: Escape
64% matchPositive97% of 37 reviews2025
Dev: KingStyle
Windows
"Little Droid 2: Escape" is a classic 2D (Metroidvania) side-scrolling pixel art adventure where you need to find a way to escape a mysterious planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.7%, Platformer 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Retro 7.8%, 2D Platformer 6.5%
- #59 Disavowed
66% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Grim RaccoonsPub: Orbis Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Disavowed is a Metroidvania that allows the player to freeze time and set up pinpoint shots to stun enemies. It is set in a world of plush and cute creatures where the player has been cast out and needs to go on a journey to gather more strength and get back at his creator for tossing him out.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Platformer 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 7.4%