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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Singleplayer, Exploration, Sci-fi.

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This atmospheric, Metroidvania hacking adventure lets you take control of a semi-sapient program struggling against deletion. In the sprawling 3D world of a Mainframe, Recompile features intense combat, tight 3D platforming, super-powered abilities and an environmental logic-based hacking mechanic.

Reviews: Mixed — 69% — of 178 reviews
Released: 2021-08-19
Developer: Phigames
Publisher: Dear Villagers
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    Dev: Sol Brothers
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    Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
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    Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Nonlinear 15.9%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Emotional 9.5%, Exploration 8.6%

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    96% matchVery Positive81% of 3,113 reviews2021
    Dev: Robi StudiosPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, 3D Platformer 22.5%, Exploration 10.4%, Third Person 9.9%, Stylized 5.6%

  4. #4 Retrace the Light
    95% matchVery Positive88% of 257 reviews2025
    Dev: Xiaming Game
    Windows

    Dive into the immersive world of Retrace the Light, a captivating 2.5D action-adventure game centered around the "Spatial Retracing" feature. Assume the role of an Enforcer working for a super AI in a futuristic world, exploring the depths of human consciousness and healing their emotional wounds.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, 3D Platformer 20.1%, Multiple Endings 10.5%, Third Person 10.3%, Exploration 9.7%

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    94% matchVery Positive83% of 5,187 reviews2026
    Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.2%, Exploration 12.7%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Atmospheric 7.5%, Combat 6.7%

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    94% matchVery Positive90% of 6,640 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    93% matchMostly Positive75% of 97 reviews2025
    Dev: Game AtelierPub: FDG Entertainment
    Windows

    Embark on a deadly solo mission to uncover Vandermire’s secrets. Absorb alien morphs to evolve beyond human limits. Guided by your AI suit, explore alien biomes, master unique abilities, and fight to survive in a stunning action adventure. The universe is at stake.

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  8. #8 Possessor(s)
    92% matchMostly Positive76% of 806 reviews2025
    Dev: Heart MachinePub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.5%, 3D Platformer 16.1%, Action 9.3%, Adventure 9.1%, Stylized 7.4%

  9. #9 Vision Soft Reset
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 165 reviews2019
    Dev: Seafloor Games LLC
    Windows

    Perceive the future in this time-loop metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Nonlinear 21.3%, Exploration 11%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Combat 5.5%

  10. #10 ReCore: Definitive Edition
    91% matchMixed63% of 1,734 reviews2018
    Dev: Armature Studio, LLCPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    From creator Keiji Inafune and the makers of Metroid Prime comes the ReCore: Definitive Edition, an action-adventure crafted for a new generation. As one of the last humans, forge friendships with robotic companions and lead them on an epic adventure through a dynamic world.

    Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 33.3%, 3D Platformer 19.6%, Metroidvania 18.7%, Third Person 10.3%, Adventure 9.2%

  11. #11 MindSeize
    90% matchMostly Positive75% of 307 reviews2020
    Dev: Kamina Dimension
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    MindSeize is a 2D Metroidvania game set in a Sci-Fi-universe. Transfer your mind to a robot and rescue your beloved one!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Beautiful 25.5% ★, Adventure 10.6%, Action 10.1%, Indie 8%

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    89% matchVery Positive80% of 269 reviews2020
    Dev: Venineth TeamPub: mort-art
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Venineth is a single-player game focusing on unraveling the mysteries of ancient alien technology, somewhere in the universe via exploration, platforming, and puzzle-solving, in a dangerous, distant worlds.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 17.1%, Nonlinear 16.4%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Adventure 9.3%, Third Person 9.2%

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    89% matchVery Positive83% of 60 reviews2023
    Dev: SandBloom StudioPub: THQ Nordic Mobile
    Windows

    Embark on a surrealistic afterlife journey to discover the secrets of the broken and mysterious Plane of Memory in this cinematic adventure with a hint of stealth. Dive into a wonderful voxel world with an intense atmosphere and save the day!

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    87% matchVery Positive93% of 69 reviews2026
    Dev: Mirebound InteractivePub: Headup
    Windows

    Causal Loop is a narrative puzzler that blends mind-bending mechanics with a rich sci-fi story about time, consequence, and survival. Solve intricate puzzles by using the signature “echo” mechanic to record, replay, and interact with up to three versions of your past self. Can you break the loop?

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    88% matchMixed48% of 301 reviews2022
    Dev: Tiny RoarPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    XEL is an epic 3D sci-fi fantasy action-adventure. Explore the mysterious world of XEL and help protagonist Reid to uncover her enigmatic past. Make new friends and foes along the way and collect exciting gadgets to master challenging dungeons and solve time bending puzzles.

    Why similar: Sci-fi 24.5%, Third Person 19.2%, Exploration 19.1%, Combat 15.5%, Atmospheric 9.1%

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    86% matchVery Positive85% of 2,045 reviews2014
    Dev: 5 Bits Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 54 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%

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    Why similar: 3D Platformer 42.4%, Sci-fi 26.8%, Action 15.2%, Indie 10%, Atmospheric 3%

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    86% matchVery Positive90% of 59 reviews2022
    Dev: ZenBerry Team
    Windows

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    Dev: Gallant Leaf
    Windows · Linux

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    83% matchVery Positive96% of 100 reviews2026
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    Windows · Linux

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    Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 33.7%, 3D Platformer 16.3%, Third Person 13.5%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Stylized 8%

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Atmospheric 15.1%, Exploration 13.3%, Adventure 11%, Sci-fi 10.1%

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    85% matchVery Positive83% of 17,083 reviews2013
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    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    82% matchVery Positive90% of 3,583 reviews2022
    Dev: Mister Morris Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.5 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 50.4%, Nonlinear 20.2%, Exploration 13.3%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Adventure 6.8%

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    81% matchVery Positive86% of 7,280 reviews2021
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    Windows
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    F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

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    82% matchMostly Positive78% of 978 reviews2022
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

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  25. #25 Deflector
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 357 reviews2023
    Dev: Arrowfist GamesPub: SuperGG.com
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 51%

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    Why similar: Nonlinear 46.5%, Combat 16%, Stylized 15.2%, Atmospheric 10.6%, Action 8%

  26. #26 Hazel Sky
    79% matchMostly Positive70% of 317 reviews2022
    Dev: Coffee Addict StudioPub: Neon Doctrine
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

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  27. #27 Construct: Escape the System
    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 173 reviews2016
    Dev: Oliver BoycePub: Immanitas Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    „First person platforming gameplay at its very best!“ Construct: Escape the System is a sci-fi themed first person platformer that sees you trapped in a computer system, trying to escape. Explore the system and discover the 8 empowering 'ability orbs'.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 26.2%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Adventure 10.9%, Action 10.2%, Mystery 9.8%

  28. #28 Trinity Fusion
    77% matchVery Positive85% of 915 reviews2023
    Dev: Angry Mob Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%

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  29. #29 Ato
    78% matchVery Positive96% of 475 reviews2020
    Dev: Tiny Warrior Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A world of Beauty and Mystery, Emotive Animations, Atmospheric Environments, Visually Driven Story, Metroidvania Exploration and Memorable Sword Duels.

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    80% matchMixed69% of 113 reviews2017
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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  31. #31 Guns of Fury
    75% matchVery Positive89% of 995 reviews2025
    Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%

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    74% matchVery Positive93% of 303 reviews2026
    Dev: JHT Games
    Windows

    A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

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    76% matchVery Positive84% of 495 reviews2024
    Dev: Madruga Works
    Windows

    Discover a vast alien world. Fight the ferocious local fauna and killer machines. Reveal its secrets and find a way to escape. The Mobius Machine is a side-scroller action adventure, with an emphasis on free-form exploration and intense combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.4%, Nonlinear 27.2%, Exploration 13.5%, Indie 4.2%, Action 3.5%

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    76% matchVery Positive86% of 5,021 reviews2018
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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.

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  35. #35 Ghost Song
    75% matchVery Positive83% of 1,459 reviews2022
    Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.

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  36. #36 Paradox Soul
    78% matchMixed44% of 660 reviews2018
    Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 57%

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    77% matchMostly Positive72% of 252 reviews2016
    Dev: Wales Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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    73% matchVery Positive85% of 824 reviews2022
    Dev: SmokeStabPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements, where all actions take place in a circular pattern. Fight your way through a variety of procedural planets and use body modifications, crafting and heavy weaponry. Kill. Die. Modify.

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    73% matchVery Positive81% of 1,409 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

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    72% matchVery Positive86% of 169 reviews2023
    Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
    Windows

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    74% matchMixed70% of 141 reviews2020
    Dev: Monolith of MindsPub: Deck13
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    71% matchVery Positive90% of 3,531 reviews2022
    Dev: BlingamePub: OKJOY
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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  43. #43 Xenosis
    73% matchMostly Positive78% of 51 reviews2023
    Dev: Noah LeePub: USC Games
    Windows

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  44. #44 Trash Quest
    72% matchVery Positive93% of 123 reviews2021
    Dev: Francis Vace
    Windows

    Trash Quest is a compact metroidvania with a single spawn point, run and gun action and tight platforming. Navigate an interwoven maze of rooms through this space station, destroying robots, collecting power ups and unlocking shortcuts.

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    68% matchVery Positive100% of 464 reviews2025
    Dev: HANDSUMPub: PLAYISM
    Windows

    MotionRec is a recording puzzle action game where you progress through stages by recording and playing back your own movements.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Sci-fi 22%, Exploration 15.3%, Adventure 8%, Action 7.3%

  46. #46 Retro Machina
    71% matchVery Positive86% of 256 reviews2021
    Dev: Orbit StudioPub: SuperGG.com
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Retro Machina is a single-player action and exploration game set in a retro-futuristic universe. Experience the journey of a little robot as it solves intricate puzzles and begins unraveling the mysteries of a world long forgotten.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Emotional 23.6%, Exploration 11.8%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 6%

  47. #47 LUNARK
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 354 reviews2023
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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!

    Why similar: Sci-fi 31.1%, Exploration 18.9%, Adventure 13.5%, Action 12.2%, Atmospheric 10.2%

  48. #48 Akimbot
    68% matchVery Positive80% of 941 reviews2024
    Dev: Evil RaptorPub: PLAION
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    In the action-adventure platformer, Akimbot, blast your way through armies of robots, pilot spaceships and forge your own path to save the universe from impending doom! Set in a sci-fi world where only robots exist, travel the galaxy and experience non-stop robot mayhem and explosive action!

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  49. #49 Environmental Station Alpha
    71% matchVery Positive82% of 1,660 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.

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  50. #50 Cloudbuilt
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 950 reviews2014
    Dev: Coilworks
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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  51. #51 Metro Gravity
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 916 reviews2025
    Dev: mrkogamedev
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Explore, fight, solve puzzles and bend gravity to escape the dream-like world of the Halls! Metro Gravity is a mind-boggling musical adventure with rhythmic combat and compelling lore.

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  52. #52 Jumpbound
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 57 reviews2025
    Dev: Another Round Entertainment
    Windows

    Jump and dash your way to the top in this challenging first-person platformer. Unlock new air jumps and dashes at every milestone as you master your movement abilities and climb through a mysterious, atmospheric world.

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    66% matchVery Positive95% of 174 reviews2025
    Dev: ZejoantPub: Bootleg Bytes
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    A short 2D pixel-style metroidvania where you explore, fight bosses, aquire items and abilities and find secrets. Inspired by games such as You Have to Win the Game and VVVVVV.

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  54. #54 Grimhook
    65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,225 reviews2023
    Dev: Unlimited Fries
    Windows

    Bounce, dash, and grapple through flooded caverns in this fast-paced first-person action platformer. Descend into Grimhook's sunken ruins as Dart, mastering Lovecraftian powers and decimating robotic foes. Explore, battle, and unravel the mysteries below Miletos.

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    65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 19,071 reviews2023
    Dev: rittzler
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.

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    69% matchVery Positive86% of 400 reviews2019
    Dev: Endroad
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Lead the rebellion in an epic rogue-like adventure. Guide your jet-pack equipped post-apocalyptic volunteers through a labyrinthine underground complex by jumping, dodging, and battling against robot minions (and masters) to get to the surface — and bring life back to the scorched Earth.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 34.5%, Sci-fi 25.9%, Exploration 18.2%, Atmospheric 9%, Action 6.7%

  57. #57 Beyond a Steel Sky
    67% matchVery Positive88% of 1,669 reviews2020
    Dev: Revolution Software Ltd
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    From multi-award winning Revolution comes ‘Beyond a Steel Sky’, a groundbreaking 3D adventure thriller, set in an AI-driven future. Subvert the world, hack the systems and solve dark conspiracies to uncover the devastating truth.

    Why similar: Hacking 33.5% ★, Sci-fi 16.1%, Third Person 14.2%, Mystery 10.5%, Adventure 7.9%

  58. #58 PSYCRON
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: Mothware
    Windows

    A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Sci-fi 17.3%, Exploration 12.7%, Atmospheric 6.5%, Combat 4%

  59. #59 Genotype
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 50 reviews2024
    Dev: Bolverk VR GamesPub: Impact Inked
    Windows

    Your weapons are alive! Print creatures and use them as weapons and tools as you explore this Metroidvania FPS adventure. Morph yourself tiny, upgrade, and locate collectibles to advance to the next boss. Explore large non-linear maps and explore an environment woven together with a complex story.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Exploration 13%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Mystery 9.3%, Adventure 7.6%

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