- #1 TAKE BOMB: The suit take off
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nao Games
Windows
This is an action game in which the player cannot jump by himself, but jumps with the blast of a bomb. You can dash with the blast on your back, and even attack with bombs, allowing you to enjoy bombs to the fullest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.1%, Action 11.8%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Sci-fi 10%, 2D 5.5%
- #2 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
96% matchVery Positive85% of 184 reviews2022
Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.3%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Sci-fi 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Action 7%
- #3 Garm Ruins
96% matchPositive96% of 49 reviews2024
Dev: kiukiu
Windows
An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.5%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, Action 15.4%, 2D 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #4 Levels of Fear: Voidwalker Act I- An Undying Devotion
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: J4de West
Windows
A Survival Horror game: Paranormal Investigator, Jonathan Hunter, awakens in an alternate realm finding himself fighting to survive. Forced to team up with a ghost girl named Angel trapped in a strange artifact, they must work together to escape an underground laboratory and evade dangerous enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Shooter 16%, Exploration 14%, Action-Adventure 12%, Action 5.1%
- #5 Beyond Zero Line
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BIIMSPub: BIIMS GAMING
Windows
A nation is on the brink of collapse and you have been given a special order: rescue the trapped president. Run, jump, and gun your way across its interconnected districts full of enemies and secrets. Uncover the truth behind your mission.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Shooter 16.5%, Exploration 9.4%, Action 8.4%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #6 Escape From Tethys
94% matchMixed70% of 460 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 58.9%, Exploration 13.5%, Action 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%
- #7 Croakspire
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lotus Wave 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 52%, Action-Adventure 13%, Exploration 12.4%, Action 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #8 Elmer
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Miòpe Games
Windows
“ Elmer is a Metroidvania-style adventure game. ” AltroQuando is a place for those with a forgotten past, an illusionary present, and a future held only as a promise. Your presence here is the proof that you are seeking your own original sin, your own mask.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, Action-Adventure 15%, Exploration 14.7%, Action 8.2%, 2D 5.2%
- #9 Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet
92% matchVery Positive87% of 907 reviews2012
Dev: Shadow Planet ProductionsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
In this Insanely Twisted, 2-D action-adventure game, explore unique environments and battle bizarre creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 65.9%, Exploration 11.3%, Action 7.6%, Sci-fi 6.3%, 2D 4.9%
- #10 The Mummy Demastered
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 926 reviews2017
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 3.9 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 63.4%, Action 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Shooter 6.7%, Exploration 4.5%
- #11 Beyond Sentinel
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Embraceware
Windows · Mac · Linux
Beyond Sentinel will have you play as both Justin and Erica in horizontal shooter and metroidvania stages as you battle in space and explore the many levels of the Sentinel station.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Shooter 16.2%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Action 12%, Exploration 10.1%
- #12 Souldiers
89% matchMixed69% of 3,103 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 61.1%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Action 6.2%, Combat 4.8%
- #13 Dusted Dusk
89% 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 52.9%, Exploration 14.4%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Action 7%, Pixel Graphics 4%
- #14 Scrap Magic
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Orange Makes Stuff
Windows
Do YOU like magic, guns, and adventure, then this is the game for you. Scrap Magic is a 3D, open world adventure game. Solve puzzles, explore, and restore the city to it's former glory. But beware, the land is dangerous with the monsters and roaming freely with no one to challenge their tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Shooter 17.6%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Exploration 13.5%, Action 8.4%
- #15 Dirtlight
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Applava
Windows
Dig through an odd world full of dangerous creatures. Uncover hidden paths and long-buried secrets. Dirtlight is a metroidvania where the journey runs deep, and offers unexpected ways to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.8%, Exploration 15%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Action 9.4%, 2D 3.5%
- #16 Nyana
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OrionGames Inc
Windows
Join Nyana on her quest to both shatter the chains that have shackled her people and rebuild their society back up from the brink of extinction. Nyana is a story rich metroidvania set in an oppressive, yet beautifully hand-drawn world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Action-Adventure 16.2%, Action 14%, 2D 5.7%, Adventure 5.1%
- #17 BeforeDisaster
85% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: SourGrapeGames
Windows
《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.3%, Action-Adventure 15%, Action 9%, Combat 5.7%, Adventure 3.4%
- #18 PATHFINDER 08
86% 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 50.2%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Exploration 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Action 4.9%
- #19 PSYCRON
84% 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 46.9%, Exploration 13%, Action-Adventure 10%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #20 Go Alone
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: orobi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.3%, Exploration 13.3%, Action-Adventure 8%, Action 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #21 Vanishing Starlight
82% matchMixed50% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: 上海心柒网络科技有限公司Pub: 上海星游纪信息技术有限公司
Windows
Vanishing Starlight, integrating ancient Chinese myths and Cyberpunk, is a Metroidvania platformer. Play as a prisoner who lost memory and embark on a journey across the stars where you seek lost memories, partners, and uncover your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.2%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Action 13.3%, Sci-fi 6.8%, Adventure 5.9%
- #22 Dispersio 2
83% matchMostly Positive76% of 34 reviews2021
Dev: Achpile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dispersio 2 is a retro-style metroidvania. As you progress through the game, you will gain new abilities, such as dashing, wall-jumping and more. There's even a hard mode for hardcore players. Can you beat the game with only 1 HP?
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.4%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Action 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Adventure 4.5%
- #23 House of Shadow
82% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: High Clarity Games
Windows
House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.7%, Action-Adventure 16.2%, Exploration 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Action 6.6%
- #24 Lelu
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: jamierowanPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Get your gears in motion for a captivating monochromatic adventure where you play as Lelu, a small but determined clockwork toy who has gained consciousness and found a taste for freedom!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Exploration 13.7%, Sci-fi 5.8%, 2D 5%
- #25 Yeomna : The Legend of Dongbaek
81% matchMixed53% of 77 reviews2022
Dev: catnipstudio
Windows
Yeomna is a Metrovania 2D action platform game. Take on the role of the Half-Demon exorcist Dongbaek, and complete the cases requested by Yeomna though combat and adventure in this dream-like, mysterious Underworld.
Why similar: Metroidvania 69.8%, Action 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, 2D 6.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #26 Old Ninja : UnderWorld
80% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Waterfall Studio
Windows
Old Ninja: Underworld is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania action game where an aging ninja explores a chaotic underground world. Battle through a bizarre mix of enemies with no apparent connection, strengthen your ninja, and challenge the boss lurking deep below.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.1%, Action 11.8%, Exploration 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #27 Amo
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ryoshitsude
Windows
Amo is a top-down metroidvania, where a lost dog, Amo, gets stranded on an island. Explore the vast environments, fight through the enemies of the past, and solve the many mysteries that the island holds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.2%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, 2D 6.5%, Action 6.3%, Pixel Graphics 3.8%
- #28 Adamant Heart
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cloudy Focus
Windows
A Megaman Legends inspired, lighthearted shooting adventure! Force your way into mysterious ruins filled with ancient robots, find valuable treasure to upgrade your gear, and discover their true origin and purpose.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.3%, Exploration 13.7%, Shooter 12.5%, Action 10%, Adventure 3.5%
- #29 End's Reach
78% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Cuirass Entertainment Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
End's Reach is a 3D Exploration Action Adventure Game that focuses on a character lost in the depths of space. Players will solve puzzles, collect upgrades, items, weapons and even magical abilities as they uncover the mysteries of this strange new world. A classic tale of technology taken too far.
Why similar: Metroidvania 67.1%, Action-Adventure 17.9%, Atmospheric 5.3%, Action 4.9%, Adventure 4%
- #30 Honey's Sweet Revenge
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: EtheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
Windows
Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.8%, Action-Adventure 16%, Action 10.5%, Adventure 4%, 2D 3.9%
- #31 Code: Elyse
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jump_Button
Windows
Code:Elyse is a haunting atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dark sci-fi world. After crashing down from space, Elyse finds herself alone on a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.4%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Action 7.7%, 2D 5.4%, Sci-fi 5.1%
- #32 Axiom Verge
77% matchVery Positive90% of 6,592 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 68.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Sci-fi 5.8%, Exploration 5.6%, Action 4.6%
- #33 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
74% matchVery Positive95% of 277 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Exploration 15%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Adventure 4%, 2D 3.8%
- #34 Peristeria
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Peristeria
Windows
An atmospheric 3D metroidvania with heavy emphasis on platforming and exploration. Use projectiles, grappling, and dash to discover hidden ruins and secrets beneath the surface.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Action-Adventure 16%, Shooter 15%, Action 13.1%, Exploration 11.2%
- #35 City of None
76% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Noel & Liam BerryPub: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows · Linux
A metropolis crumbles into ruin as powerful Barons satisfy their greed upon souls lost in time. You are but one spirit, with a wooden body left to rot in the wild…
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Exploration 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%, Action 5.2%
- #36 Limos' Lair
75% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Oleg Fedotov
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this Action-Puzzle Metroidvania, you will explore the lair of a long-gone mythical creature and unravel its mysteries. Consume enemies to gain their abilities, use your frog-like tongue to grapple and fight, explore the land, solve puzzles, find secrets, and complete challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Exploration 15%, Action-Adventure 12%, Action 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #37 Makis Adventure
74% matchVery Positive94% of 128 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.4%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Exploration 12.9%, Action 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #38 Eystrandi
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 204 Games
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 57.9%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Action 7.1%, Exploration 6.3%
- #39 Environmental Station Alpha
75% matchVery Positive83% of 1,652 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 69.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Exploration 5.9%, Action 5.2%, Sci-fi 3%
- #40 Scurge: Hive
72% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Orbital MediaPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
An infectious retro hardware classic from 2006 has been revived. Only you can save the world from the deadly virus known as Scurge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Shooter 15%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Exploration 9.4%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #41 Shell Soul:The Skull
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlueWindGame
Windows
A nameless skeleton awakens in a graveyard. To recover lost memories and uncover the truth, it embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.2%, Exploration 18%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Action 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 4%
- #42 BLIGHTWRECK
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mothware
Windows · Linux
Stuck at the bottom of the sea floor, escape a sunken ocean liner in this handcrafted 2D METROIDvania! Find powerful upgrades, and fight strange bosses. You may be isolated from your shipmates, but you're not alone...
Why similar: Metroidvania 49%, Exploration 17.5%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Action 6.9%, 2D 4.3%
- #43 Diggy Diggy Mole
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Novasplore Games
Windows
In this metroidvania platformer originally made for NES, play as mole digging your way with great agility through deep caverns, in search of a lost dwarven treasure to repay your debts.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.7%, Exploration 12.6%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Action 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #44 Ganymede
71% 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 49.6%, Exploration 17.3%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Action 7.2%, Sci-fi 4.7%
- #45 Vulpis
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: max.marauder
Windows · Mac
Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.7%, Exploration 12.4%, Action 7.7%, 2D 6.3%, Pixel Graphics 5%
- #46 Nihilsearch
72% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Team_Bug
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in the pixelated 2D world of "Nihilsearch" on a lifeless mechanical planet. Explore dark underground complexes, battle hostile machines and life forms, and meet diverse humans, life forms, and machines. Discover the meaning of life and create your own adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.4%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Action 7.5%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #47 Roots of the mind
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: David J. Productions
Windows
Brave the perilous world of insects battling mind-bending roots.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Action 14.6%, 2D 10.6%, Adventure 6.2%
- #48 Gears of Dissent
69% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: Jacob Gislason
Windows
Explore a world of secrets and opposition at every turn, and smash through it in fast-paced top-down combat! This game is a short 2–3 hour experience that aims for high quality of life, worldbuilding, and gameplay without demanding weeks of your time!
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.4%, Exploration 16.9%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Action 6.7%, 2D 4.9%
- #49 Spright
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Studio Wallnut
Windows
Spright is an epic 2D metroidvania about descending into a vast abyss that twists against you the deeper you go. Equipped with only your diving helm and a longswordm, you will dive head-on into a world that refuses to give way.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.7%, Exploration 14.6%, Action 8%, Action-Adventure 7.8%, 2D 5.5%
- #50 Maelstrom
70% 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 60.6%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Action 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, 2D 6.9%
- #51 Exodus
69% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Ranger Studio
Windows
Save Moses' girlfriend from the clutches of the prince of Egypt, Ramses, in this thrilling adventure across the Egyptian desert. Face enemies and bosses, find items and power-ups scattered throughout a fantastic 2D open world full of challenges, secrets and much more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Shooter 15.4%, Exploration 14.4%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Action 5.1%
- #52 Fly to hope
70% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Huhi Games
Windows
Fly to hope is a platformer action game. Use your shotgun and machete to overcome enemies. Fight with strong bosses and collect 3 missing part of your aircraft.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Exploration 12.5%, Shooter 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Action 7.2%
- #53 Cryselts
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: B3N Games Studio
Windows · Mac
Cryselts is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania focused on exploration, modular suits, and ranged combat, set in a hostile world corrupted by a mutagenic threat. Join the Cryselts, an elite task force designed to protect the planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Exploration 16.2%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action 6.8%, Sci-fi 5.2%
- #54 Secrets Under Eco
68% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Evil Doer Entertainment
Windows
Explore Melior's military base in Secrets Under Eco; a 3D FPS pure metroidvania experience. Find equipment and fight enemies with unique wall-bouncing combat to escape the building and country that was once called home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.3%, Shooter 17%, Exploration 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Action 8%
- #55 Otherskin
67% 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 40.4%, Shooter 12.9%, Exploration 12.2%, Action-Adventure 9%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #56 Dyskairos
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: skaaie
Windows · Linux
Dyskairos is an FPS with roguelike and metroidvania elements. Explore a mysterious tower while also fighting the tower itself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Shooter 18.8%, Exploration 16.3%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Action 7.5%
- #57 Avemary Rocket -Captain Patchwork-
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ステサンゲームズPub: room6
Windows
Join our brave captain on this action adventure in space! You'll be riding The Patchwork, a less than ideal spaceship, but enough to get away from pursuers. However, you'll be facing malfunctions, fires, enemies attacking... When it rains, it pours.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.7%, Action 10.7%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Sci-fi 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #58 The Search: Lost Dreams
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gninjastudio
Windows
The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.5%, Action-Adventure 14%, Action 9.4%, Sci-fi 6.7%, 2D 5.4%
- #59 Microvania
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Dreampunk
Windows · Mac
Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Exploration 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Sci-fi 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #60 VLCNP Story
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: y-game
Windows · Mac
Beneath their goofy long-faced looks lies a surprisingly serious action-adventure. Awaken as Akim and Very Long Leelee after 10,000 years of slumber, recover your lost memories, rouse your fallen comrades, and rise to defeat a great evil!
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.5%, Exploration 14.7%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, 2D 5.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%