- #1 Maseylia : Echoes of the Past
97% matchNo user reviews82% of 83 reviews2026
Dev: Sol Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a fully interconnected 3D world where every new ability dramatically expands your freedom. A true non-linear Metroidvania with breathtaking movement, atmospheric sci-fi beauty, and deep environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Third-Person Shooter 18.4%, Nonlinear 16.1%, 3D Platformer 14.6%, Third Person 7.6%
- #2 Blue Fire
96% matchVery Positive81% of 3,097 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 37.1%, 3D Platformer 22.4%, Exploration 10.4%, Third Person 9.9%, Stylized 5.8%
- #3 Rebel Transmute
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 283 reviews2024
Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
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 33.1%, Nonlinear 15.9%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Emotional 9.5%, Exploration 8.7%
- #4 Retrace the Light
95% matchVery Positive88% of 256 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 33.3%, 3D Platformer 20%, Multiple Endings 10.5%, Third Person 10.3%, Exploration 9.7%
- #5 MIO: Memories in Orbit
94% matchVery Positive83% of 4,771 reviews2026
Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 48.8%, Exploration 12.8%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Atmospheric 7.7%, Combat 6.8%
- #6 Axiom Verge
94% matchVery Positive90% of 6,599 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 9.5 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 69.1%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Exploration 5.1%, Indie 4%, Action 3.9%
- #7 Otherskin
93% matchMostly Positive76% of 94 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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Third-Person Shooter 25.5%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Exploration 8.1%, Third Person 7.3%
- #8 ReCore: Definitive Edition
92% matchMixed63% of 1,723 reviews2018
Dev: Armature Studio, LLCPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 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 33.2%, 3D Platformer 19.4%, Metroidvania 19%, Third Person 10.2%, Adventure 9.4%
- #9 Vision Soft Reset
91% matchVery Positive90% of 163 reviews2019
Dev: Seafloor Games LLC
Windows
Perceive the future in this time-loop metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Nonlinear 21.4%, Exploration 11%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Combat 5.5%
- #10 MindSeize
91% 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 25.4% ★, Adventure 10.5%, Action 10%, Indie 8.1%
- #11 XEL
90% matchMixed48% of 299 reviews2022
Dev: Tiny RoarPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
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 24.4%, Third Person 19.2%, Exploration 19.1%, Combat 15.6%, Atmospheric 9.1%
- #12 Possessor(s)
88% matchMostly Positive76% of 765 reviews2025
Dev: Heart MachinePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.2 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 46.3%, 3D Platformer 16.1%, Action 9.2%, Adventure 9%, Stylized 7.5%
- #13 Venineth
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%, Third Person 9.2%, Adventure 9.2%
- #14 DE-EXIT - Eternal Matters
89% matchVery Positive83% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: SandBloom StudioPub: HandyGames
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!
Why similar: Emotional 27.1%, Exploration 20.5%, Mystery 19.8%, Atmospheric 12%, Adventure 8.9%
- #15 Causal Loop
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?
Why similar: Mystery 20.8%, Sci-fi 20.2%, Emotional 19%, Exploration 14.2%, Atmospheric 9.7%
- #16 Remember Me
86% matchVery Positive83% of 17,022 reviews2013
Dev: DONTNOD EntertainmentPub: Capcom
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Remember Me™ is a 3rd person action adventure where players take on the role of Nilin, a former elite memory hunter with the ability to break into people’s minds and steal or even alter their memories.
Why similar: Beautiful 29.3% ★, Sci-fi 25%, Third Person 21.7%, Action 9.2%, Adventure 7.2%
- #17 Zexion
84% matchVery Positive90% of 555 reviews2025
Dev: Gallant Leaf
Windows · Linux
Seek out new weapons and equipment to delve deeper into the dangerous world of Cypher-X72! Be warned, you aren't the only one seeking the forbidden technology known as Zexion! It will take cunning and valor to succeed in this action-packed sci-fi adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Nonlinear 15.3%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Exploration 8.2%, Multiple Endings 8.2%
- #18 DeadCore
86% matchVery Positive85% of 2,045 reviews2014
Dev: 5 Bits Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%
DeadCore is a Platformer-FPS blending exploration and speedrun. Become immersed in a futuristic and dreamlike adventure which will see you climb a huge Tower born from the void and truly put your capabilities to the test. Will you be able to reveal the secrets that lie beneath this fog-ridden world?
Why similar: 3D Platformer 42.3%, Sci-fi 26.9%, Action 15.1%, Indie 10.1%, Atmospheric 3.1%
- #19 Hyper Light Drifter
84% matchVery Positive93% of 19,122 reviews2016
Dev: Heart Machine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Atmospheric 15.2%, Exploration 13.3%, Adventure 10.9%, Sci-fi 10.2%
- #20 Automaton Heart
83% matchVery Positive98% of 93 reviews2026
Dev: Luke Vincent
Windows · Linux
Automaton Heart is an RPG with platforming elements where you visit obscure and interesting places while upgrading your organs and strategizing about which items to bring along.
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 33.6%, 3D Platformer 16.1%, Third Person 13.5%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Stylized 8.2%
- #21 PI.EXE
85% matchVery Positive90% of 59 reviews2022
Dev: ZenBerry Team
Windows
Take the role of an antivirus software within the world of an operating system, eliminating malware spawns in a challenging, platforming quest!
Why similar: Hacking 48.1% ★, Sci-fi 28.4%, Action 9.9%, Combat 9.4%, Indie 2.6%
- #22 Haiku, the Robot
82% matchVery Positive90% of 3,547 reviews2022
Dev: Mister Morris Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.4 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 50.2%, Nonlinear 20.2%, Exploration 13.4%, Atmospheric 8%, Adventure 6.8%
- #23 Ato
81% matchVery Positive96% of 473 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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Nonlinear 20.8%, Exploration 10.1%, Combat 8.3%, Atmospheric 7.3%
- #24 Deflector
81% matchVery Positive87% of 357 reviews2023
Dev: Arrowfist GamesPub: SuperGG.com
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Deflector is a top down action rogue-lite set in a deadly microcosm. Dive deep into hostile worlds teeming with viruses. Strike down increasingly challenging enemies with your weapons and their own deflected projectiles. Live, die, grow stronger and become powerful enough to reach the Source!
Why similar: Nonlinear 46.3%, Combat 16.1%, Stylized 15.5%, Atmospheric 10.6%, Action 7.9%
- #25 Axiom Verge 2
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 971 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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.5%, Nonlinear 12.6%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Adventure 9.5%, Action 9.3%
- #26 Construct: Escape the System
82% 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%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 10.1%, Mystery 9.8%
- #27 Cyber Hook
78% matchVery Positive95% of 4,183 reviews2020
Dev: Blazing StickPub: Graffiti Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Speed through a gorgeous retrowave world using parkour skills and a grappling hook to scale and ride walls in this fast-paced, 3D platformer. Blast enemies, manipulate time and abuse physics to avoid falling to your death.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 70.2%, Action 13.1%, Indie 11.5%, Singleplayer 5.1%
- #28 F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
78% matchVery Positive86% of 7,216 reviews2021
Dev: TiGamesPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.7%, Exploration 12.2%, Third Person 6.9%, Adventure 6.5%, Action 6%
- #29 Iconoclasts
79% matchVery Positive86% of 5,010 reviews2018
Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 67.1%, Adventure 9.1%, Action 8.2%, Indie 7.7%, Sci-fi 5.2%
- #30 Trinity Fusion
76% matchVery Positive85% of 905 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 76%, Action 8.2%, Atmospheric 7.8%, Indie 5.5%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #31 Guns of Fury
75% matchVery Positive88% of 968 reviews2025
Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.5%, Bullet Time 12.3% ★, Multiple Endings 9.9%, Combat 6.5%, Action 4.5%
- #32 Infinitevania
74% matchVery Positive93% of 252 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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.5%, Multiple Endings 13.3%, Exploration 11.2%, Action 6.5%, Adventure 5.2%
- #33 Morphite
79% matchMixed69% of 113 reviews2017
Dev: Crescent Moon Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Morphite is a casual atmospheric FPS, inspired by the classics. Research plants and animals, battle hostile entities, and unravel a mystery surrounding a rare material called Morphite.
Why similar: Adventure 42.3%, Action 33.1%, Indie 24.6%
- #34 The Mobius Machine
76% matchVery Positive83% of 489 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 47.2%, Nonlinear 27.2%, Exploration 13.5%, Indie 4.3%, Action 3.5%
- #35 Soul Axiom
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 251 reviews2016
Dev: Wales Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
From the studio that brought you Master Reboot comes a first-person story-driven adventure puzzle game, set in the beautiful, haunting cyber-world of Elysia. Collect unique hand powers, discover multiple endings and choose your own destiny as you unravel the mystery of your digital afterlife.
Why similar: Sci-fi 25.9%, Mystery 19.5%, Adventure 18.3%, Exploration 17.3%, Indie 12.2%
- #36 Orbital Bullet – The 360° Rogue-lite
74% matchVery Positive85% of 812 reviews2022
Dev: SmokeStabPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.3 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.
Why similar: Bullet Time 65.6% ★, Sci-fi 17.2%, Action 8.3%, Indie 6.2%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #37 Hazel Sky
75% matchMostly Positive70% of 313 reviews2022
Dev: Coffee Addict StudioPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Hazel Sky is a heartfelt adventure about a young engineer facing his destiny and his desires. Fix ramshackle flying machines and jump, climb, swing, and slide through a beautiful, mysterious world.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 18.4%, Emotional 14.4%, Multiple Endings 13.3%, Third Person 12.6%, Mystery 11.3%
- #38 Paradox Soul
77% matchMixed43% of 654 reviews2018
Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Paradox Soul is a chilling fight for exploration and survival; a Metroidvania pixel action-shooter hybrid!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Sci-fi 14.6%, Mystery 10.6%, Exploration 7.7%, Adventure 6.9%
- #39 HunterX: code name T
73% matchVery Positive86% of 168 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.6%, Exploration 14.8%, Adventure 10.2%, Action 9.2%, Atmospheric 5%
- #40 Xenosis
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: Noah LeePub: USC Games
Windows
Xenosis is a thrilling metroidvania where you traverse an ancient temple that has been overrun by alien creatures. Armed with your blaster, you must combat a variety of challenging enemies and upgrade your weapon to escape
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Nonlinear 24.3%, Exploration 13%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Action 4.6%
- #41 Ghost Song
71% matchVery Positive83% of 1,454 reviews2022
Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.7 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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.6%, Sci-fi 19.4%, Atmospheric 8.7%, Action 5.9%, Adventure 5.8%
- #42 MotionRec
69% matchVery Positive100% of 447 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 44.5%, Sci-fi 22.1%, Exploration 15.3%, Adventure 7.9%, Action 7.3%
- #43 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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.7%, Exploration 15%, Stylized 9.9%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 5.5%
- #44 Foregone
72% matchVery Positive82% of 1,402 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.2%, Action 9.8%, Indie 7.5%, Exploration 6.7%, Adventure 5.9%
- #45 Akimbot
70% matchVery Positive80% of 900 reviews2024
Dev: Evil RaptorPub: PLAION
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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!
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 27.7%, 3D Platformer 26.3%, Third Person 11.4%, Sci-fi 11%, Combat 7.1%
- #46 Resolutiion
73% matchMostly Positive70% of 140 reviews2020
Dev: Monolith of MindsPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Resolutiion is a zelda-like action-adventure, where an old killer and his AI explore a vast, mysterious world, full of mighty weapons, surreal abilities and gruesome bossfights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Exploration 13%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Multiple Endings 11.2%, Atmospheric 9.7%
- #47 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 41.4%, Emotional 23.7%, Exploration 11.8%, Action 7.8%, Adventure 6%
- #48 Quarion
68% matchVery Positive95% of 172 reviews2025
Dev: ZejoantPub: Bootleg Bytes
Windows · Linux
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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, Nonlinear 27%, Exploration 11.4%, Multiple Endings 7.4%, Adventure 5.9%
- #49 Jumpbound
68% matchVery Positive95% of 56 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.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 40%, Sci-fi 21.3%, Mystery 16.8%, Atmospheric 11.7%, Adventure 6.9%
- #50 Environmental Station Alpha
71% matchVery Positive83% of 1,654 reviews2015
Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 70.1%, Adventure 6.2%, Sci-fi 5.6%, Exploration 5.5%, Action 4.5%
- #51 Metro Gravity
66% matchVery Positive93% of 901 reviews2025
Dev: mrkogamedev
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.4 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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, 3D Platformer 23.3%, Exploration 11.2%, Third Person 10.9%, Atmospheric 5.9%
- #52 Grimhook
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,176 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.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 40.3%, Combat 14.1%, Stylized 13%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Adventure 10.3%
- #53 PSYCRON
69% 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 50.3%, Sci-fi 17.3%, Exploration 12.8%, Atmospheric 6.6%, Combat 4%
- #54 Beyond a Steel Sky
68% matchVery Positive88% of 1,649 reviews2020
Dev: Revolution Software Ltd
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 33.6% ★, Sci-fi 16.1%, Third Person 14.1%, Mystery 10.5%, Adventure 7.8%
- #55 Pseudoregalia
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 18,813 reviews2023
Dev: rittzler
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 10.2 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.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, 3D Platformer 24.2%, Nonlinear 13.6%, Third Person 8.5%, Exploration 8%
- #56 Moonlight Pulse
66% matchVery Positive92% of 263 reviews2024
Dev: Seafloor Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Teamwork matters most in this seamless, fantastical metroidvania within a living, breathing world. Realize each character's true potential to take down an invading force of overwhelmingly powerful parasites.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, Sci-fi 15.7%, Exploration 12%, Nonlinear 9.3%, Action 6%
- #57 LUNARK
67% matchVery Positive88% of 351 reviews2023
Dev: Canari GamesPub: WayForward
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%
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 31.2%, Exploration 18.9%, Adventure 13.4%, Action 12.1%, Atmospheric 10.3%
- #58 MegaSphere
70% matchMixed64% of 133 reviews2015
Dev: AKGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as a special ops combat unit sent to investigate why the stars around Solar System are going dark in MegaSphere — a story-based post-cyberpunk action platformer adventure game of supermassive scale set in early 22nd century: smart guns, robots, self-reconstructing environments, and vast AIs.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.3%, Adventure 14.2%, Action 13.4%, Indie 11.1%