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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 34%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Platformer 11.4%, Anime 8.3%, Exploration 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this game shares the exact same engine, fluid animation style, and focus on unique combat gimmicks.

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 52%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, RPG 7.3%, Anime 7.2%, Platformer 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: As the spiritual successor to Symphony of the Night, it offers the definitive modern experience for fans of the Lodoss War style.

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 59.9%, Female Protagonist 20%, Anime 5.2%, 2D 4.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: It matches the melancholic atmosphere and high-quality pixel art while providing a similarly polished exploration experience.

Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...

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

Why You'll Like It: This title masterfully blends bullet-hell mechanics with Metroidvania exploration, mirroring the intensity of Deedlit's spirit-switching combat.

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 54%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, RPG 5.4%, 2D 5.2%, Anime 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to Ender Lilies that continues the tradition of dark fantasy themes and fluid, responsive combat.

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 45.9%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Anime 11.5%, Action 5.3%, Platformer 5%

Why You'll Like It: This game features the same dark, fluid combat and religious fantasy aesthetic found in the Momodora series.

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 34%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Platformer 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Exploration 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: It is widely considered the gold standard for tight, 2D pixel-art combat and atmospheric level design.

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 36.9%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Anime 11.6%, Platformer 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Featuring complex combat systems and bullet-hell elements, it mirrors the fast-paced, skill-based gameplay of Deedlit.

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 56.7%, Platformer 12.3%, RPG 6.7%, Action 3.7%, Beat 'em up 3%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers deep combat mechanics and RPG elements that provide a similar sense of character growth and discovery.

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Anime 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic, retro-action feel of the original Castlevania games with polished, modern controls.

Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Platformer 13.5%, Anime 10.4%, Fantasy 8.4%, Female Protagonist 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the fantasy aesthetic and a rhythmic, color-coded combat focus that feels very similar to Deedlit's spirit mechanic.

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 40.8%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Platformer 10.5%, Action 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on narrative-driven puzzle-platforming within a beautiful, highly detailed pixel-art world.

Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!

Why similar: Metroidvania 63.2%, Exploration 8.7%, Action 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Platformer 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: These classic titles serve as the direct inspiration for the mechanics and level design philosophies found in Deedlit.

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 38%, Anime 14%, Platformer 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Cute 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features anime-inspired pixel art with a heavy focus on environmental interaction and creative combat strategies.

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 37.6%, Platformer 11.9%, Anime 9.6%, Fantasy 9.5%, Exploration 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: It features character-switching mechanics and retro-inspired exploration that reward players for mastering different abilities.

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 40%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Anime 11.4%, Platformer 11%, Exploration 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: An expansive world with fluid combat and beautiful hand-drawn visuals that emphasize exploration and discovery.

"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 32.4%, Female Protagonist 12%, Platformer 10.8%, Anime 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the series' tradition of polished, challenging 2D combat with a refined, modern art style.

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 26.1%, Pixel Graphics 21.9%, RPG 14.3%, Anime 10.2%, 2D 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: While an action-RPG, it shares the high-quality pixel art and fast-paced, puzzle-heavy combat that fans of Deedlit will appreciate.

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Platformer 10.9%, RPG 8.9%, Anime 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines steampunk aesthetics with fluid, RPG-lite combat that feels both modern and nostalgic.

Travel back in time to change fate itself, in this beautifully crafted story-driven adventure, inspired by classic 90s action-platformers. Join timekeeper Lunais on her quest for revenge against the empire that killed her family, using time-bending powers to explore a vast, connected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Platformer 11.8%, Exploration 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features time-manipulation mechanics and a classic Metroidvania structure that feels like a love letter to the genre.

This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Platformer 12.5%, Anime 11.1%, Exploration 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar anime-inspired aesthetic and character-driven progression within a 2D side-scrolling world.

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 38.2%, Platformer 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Fantasy 6.9%, Female Protagonist 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and adventure in a vast, charming world with a strong emphasis on discovery.

Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Platformer 12%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Exploration 7.9%, Anime 7%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, folklore-inspired Metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and a unique, hand-drawn art style.

Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Platformer 12.2%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Exploration 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on puzzle-solving and exploration in a cohesive, interconnected world that feels like a classic 8-bit adventure.

In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.2%, Platformer 13.2%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique movement mechanics that challenge traditional platforming, offering a fresh take on the Metroidvania genre.

HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Platformer 11.3%, RPG 7.6%, Exploration 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like Metroidvania that emphasizes weapon variety and challenging boss combat.

Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Platformer 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Fantasy 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides fast-paced, aerial-focused combat that rewards aggressive play and mastery of movement.

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 30.2%, Beat 'em up 14%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Platformer 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced action and stylish pixel art that captures the energy of the Touhou-inspired subgenre.

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 31.4%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Beat 'em up 13.2%, RPG 7%, Anime 6.7%

Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, RPG 14.4%, Female Protagonist 14%, Platformer 12.7%, Anime 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique blend of platforming and action-oriented combat with a strong female lead and vibrant art.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Platformer 8.1%, RPG 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, magic-focused Metroidvania with a strong sense of discovery and a unique protagonist.

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 27%, Platformer 16.2%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Anime 10%

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 66.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Action 5.1%, Platformer 3.1%, Adventure 3%

Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Platformer 15.1%, Anime 9.3%, Female Protagonist 5.8%, Exploration 5.8%

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 46.1%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Platformer 10.1%, Female Protagonist 8.1%, Fantasy 6.8%

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 49.2%, Platformer 14.2%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Adventure 4.4%

Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Platformer 13.6%, Exploration 8.3%, Anime 8.1%

An all-new Metroidvania-style game developed using Pixel Game Maker MV! Make use of a variety of weapons as you traverse sprawling stages on a mission to take back your brother's body from the witch who stole it!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Beat 'em up 23.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Platformer 10.1%, Exploration 6.6%

Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Platformer 15.3%, RPG 7.2%, Fantasy 7%

Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Platformer 14.7%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Anime 9.8%

A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, Platformer 14.6%, Anime 7.3%, Exploration 5.5%, Adventure 5.5%

8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.

Why similar: Metroidvania 51.6%, Platformer 13.9%, Action 6.5%, Female Protagonist 6.3%, Adventure 6.1%

The Knight Witch is a metroidvania adventure game with fast-paced, shoot 'em up combat set in a beautifully hand-drawn world. Cast devastating card-based spells, forge close bonds, and make moral choices all in your quest to save your home and discover who's behind the War Golem invasion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Exploration 10.6%, Adventure 4.1%, 2D 4%

The long-awaited sequel to La-Mulana, La-Mulana 2 follows Lumisa Kosugi as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana. Desperate to find the cause of the recent slew of monsters appearing from the ruins, Lumisa discovers the "other" La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Platformer 13.4%, Exploration 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

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 39.6%, Platformer 16.7%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, 2D 6%

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Beat 'em up 15%, Platformer 14.7%, RPG 6.7%, Fantasy 5.3%

Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Exploration 10%, RPG 7.7%, Anime 6.3%

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 21.5%, RPG 14.7%, Metroidvania 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Anime 8.9%

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 34.5%, Platformer 13.5%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Anime 9.8%, Fantasy 8.2%

Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Female Protagonist 20.8%, Anime 11.6%, RPG 8.1%, Action 4.5%

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 42.3%, Platformer 16%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, RPG 8.5%, Action 4.4%

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 36.1%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Anime 10.8%, Platformer 9.8%, Cute 7.5%

Chronicles of Teddy : Harmony of Exidus is a 2D Adventure / Action game with a Pixel Art Retro finish. Help Tarant in a quest, in which you will have to fight, use your sense of direction and hearing to accomplish your mission.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Platformer 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, RPG 7.2%

2D action-adventure game set in the rich world of the epic dark fantasy, Overlord. This latest installment in the series features an original story overseen by Overlord's creator, Kugane Maruyama. Find Clementine's missing memories and make your escape!

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Anime 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Exploration 7.2%

Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Platformer 13.1%, Female Protagonist 6.9%, RPG 5.9%, 2D 5.8%

Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Platformer 22.2%, Fantasy 6.4%, Action 5.5%, Adventure 5.4%

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 31.7%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Platformer 12.9%, Anime 9.7%, Cute 7.4%

AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Platformer 11.6%, Anime 9.5%, Fantasy 7.3%