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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Souls-like, Action, Action-Adventure.

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  1. #1 Ex Angelus
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
    Windows

    Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 20.8%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Action RPG 10.8%, Action-Adventure 7.3%

  2. #2 Coral & The Abyss
    96% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Intrugli Games
    Windows · Linux

    Explore a shattered, interconnected world filled with hidden secrets, challenging enemies, lost memories, and the eerie remnants of a failed mission.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.4%, Souls-like 18%, Difficult 10.7%, Action RPG 9.5%, Hack and Slash 9.5%

  3. #3 Roots of Cinder
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: DigitalZeon
    Windows

    The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.

    Why similar: Souls-like 19.8%, Metroidvania 18.2%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action RPG 12.6%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

  4. #4 Hippoxxus
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Rohan Patel
    Windows · Mac

    Explore and uncover the mystery of this enormous spaceship by shooting alien creatures in this Sci-Fi Action/Adventure Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 20.5%, Cyberpunk 13.4%, Difficult 11.1%, Action-Adventure 7%

  5. #5 Wolfstar Adventures in the Inu System
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Good Puppii Studios
    Windows · Mac

    A sci-fi action-adventure platformer. Travel the Inu System and talk to a colorful cast of NPCs across various worlds. Explore maze-like levels by running, double jumping, and dashing. Fight off various robotic enemies using special melee attacks, and eventually take down the boss of each dungeon.

    Why similar: Souls-like 20.6%, Metroidvania 20.5%, Cyberpunk 14.8%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Robots 8.4%

  6. #6 Kloa - Child of the Forest
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wildpad GamesPub: Crytivo
    Windows

    Consumed by a mysterious curse, restore a once lush forest and its inhabitants to their natural state in this action adventure tale. Experience fast-paced combat, puzzles, and the beauty of nature captured in handcrafted pixel art.

    Why similar: Souls-like 24.5%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Action RPG 12.7%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

  7. #7 Dreamdawn
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Custodio Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore surreal landscapes where dreams and reality intertwine. Battle manifestations of fear, uncover the secrets of an interconnected world, and awaken the truth buried within a fading mind in Dreamdawn, a mysterious top-down action-adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Action RPG 15%, Difficult 12%, Exploration 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

  8. #8 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
    92% matchVery Positive83% of 1,162 reviews2024
    Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?

    Why similar: Souls-like 20%, Metroidvania 19.8%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Difficult 11.2%, Action RPG 10.3%

  9. #9 Stray Blade
    91% matchMostly Positive73% of 515 reviews2023
    Dev: Point Blank GamesPub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Stray Blade is an action-adventure where you play a rogue Adventurer exploring the ancient Valley of Acrea with your companion, the Xhinnon wolf Boji. Unveil the history of the forgotten valley and master the powers of the three Acrean Metals to restore balance to this war-torn land.

    Why similar: Souls-like 21.3%, Metroidvania 21.2%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Difficult 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

  10. #10 Pavu
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Toró Studio
    Windows

    Pavu is an action RPG with lots of exploration and challenging combat. You’ll explore a dystopian world where nature and technology coexist in harmony, until the arrival of Kurumi, the last human.

    Why similar: Souls-like 21.7%, Metroidvania 17.3%, Dystopian 12.1%, Action RPG 11%, Difficult 10.3%

  11. #11 LUNARIS
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Richard BuenoPub: Two Void Studios
    Windows

    LUNARIS is a 2D metroidvania with fast and fluid combat. Defeat brutal bosses, unlock new abilities. Master jumps, dashes, and precise strikes as you traverse the dangerous ruins of the Mountains of Kaliman in an adrenaline-filled abandoned world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Souls-like 18.8%, Difficult 12.2%, Hack and Slash 9.1%, Exploration 7.1%

  12. #12 Inside The Crystal Mountain
    89% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: Intrugli Games
    Windows · Linux

    Inside The Crystal Mountain is a difficult action-adventure game with fast-paced combat and soulslike elements where you explore a mysterious world filled with ambiguous characters and challenging enemies.

    Why similar: Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Difficult 12.5%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Exploration 7.7%

  13. #13 SHADE Protocol
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Little Legendary
    Windows · Linux

    SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 26.1%, Difficult 13.1%, Exploration 6%, Sci-fi 5.9%

  14. #14 DREIFRAME
    87% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
    Dev: MrDrone
    Windows

    Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Souls-like 27.3%, Difficult 13.6%, Robots 5.1%, Exploration 4.8%

  15. #15 Mother's Sword
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Monsitle
    Windows

    Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.

    Why similar: Souls-like 32.7%, Metroidvania 28.4%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

  16. #16 ZWAARD
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Beleef StudiosPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
    Windows

    Craft your ultimate sword by scavenging parts in a post-apocalyptic world. Navigate an expansive open world, relying on the might of your customized blade to overcome dangerous species infected by mysterious technology.

    Why similar: Souls-like 23.3%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Metroidvania 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7%

  17. #17 Miracle Corp.
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bonefish Games
    Windows

    Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Action RPG 13%, Action-Adventure 8.6%

  18. #18 MIO: Memories in Orbit
    83% matchVery Positive83% of 2,890 reviews2026
    Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 26.4%, Souls-like 17.9%, Difficult 10.8%, Robots 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

  19. #19 Intertwined
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: VoidNode
    Windows · Mac

    Choose between Seren and Umbra, two warriors who despise each other. Armed with a spear that can strike in any direction, explore a fractured world, uncover the truth behind your bond, and hunt down the one person you must destroy. Desperate for Separation~Forever Intertwined

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 25.6%, Difficult 14.9%, Action RPG 6.4%, Exploration 6.2%

  20. #20 Astronium
    85% matchPositive90% of 41 reviews2022
    Dev: LukeThePolicePub: The Council
    Windows

    Astronium is a metroidvania with souls-like aspects, with a focus on combat and on getting weapons. Defeat strong enemies, survive ambushes, explore diferent biomes and meet interesting individuals on this hostile planet

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Souls-like 21.7%, Difficult 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Exploration 5.9%

  21. #21 POWERNAUT DECAY
    84% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2024
    Dev: ConfoundGreatJob
    Windows

    A tough exploration-based platformer with souls-like elements.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 22.2%, Cyberpunk 13.5%, Dystopian 13.2%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

  22. #22 CINCILLA
    82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Jesus G. PaternaPub: JPGames
    Windows · Mac

    CINCILLA es una aventura metroidvania 2D de fantasía oscura con temática pixel art. Explora un misterioso pueblo con más de 50 niveles interconectados y descubre los misterios que se ocultan entre los Hilos y la Superficie.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 26.3%, Dystopian 16.8%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6%

  23. #23 Curvature
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pawel Lossew
    Windows · Linux

    The Xerran Dominion is one step from becoming unstoppable. Your machines won’t survive - but you will. Control the environment and use their tech to your advantage. In this brutal sci-fi action RPG, the world is your weapon - and you are the trigger.

    Why similar: Souls-like 27.2%, Metroidvania 21.6%, Difficult 13.8%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Action RPG 9.9%

  24. #24 Being and Becoming
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
    Windows

    Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Souls-like 24.6%, Hack and Slash 14%, Action RPG 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

  25. #25 Go Alone
    80% 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 33.6%, Souls-like 30%, Exploration 8.1%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

  26. #26 THE DARK DWELLERS
    81% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
    Dev: COLNELIUS
    Windows

    In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.

    Why similar: Souls-like 24.9%, Metroidvania 22.2%, Difficult 13.4%, Action RPG 7.9%, Exploration 6.2%

  27. #27 Din of Sen
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Espy Games
    Windows

    Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 25.5%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, Action RPG 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%

  28. #28 Foreign Sun
    79% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Final Scene dev
    Windows

    YOUR CHOICES RESHAPE A LIVING CITY. Explore a sprawling metropolis, wield mysterious powers, and uncover the secrets of the Eternal Lighthouse. Your decisions will make a world of difference.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 25.2%, Action RPG 15.8%, Hack and Slash 8.6%, Sci-fi 6.4%

  29. #29 BirdKnight
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: GhostFoxCreative
    Windows

    In a dying world dominated by machines, use the powers of nature to explore a diverse landscape and devastate your foes in this action-driven metroidvania. As humanity's last hope, the BirdKnight must learn the truth behind the mysterious Heart of the World and restore life to the land.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Action RPG 13.2%, Difficult 13%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Sci-fi 9%

  30. #30 Sky Dust
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Orbit StudioPub: Twin Sails Interactive
    Windows

    Sky Dust is a cyberpunk action-adventure Metroidvania set in a São Paulo poisoned by lunar fallout and digital decay. Play as a hired blade taking dangerous contracts to survive. Master fast, skill-driven combat, and explore a fractured megacity across neon streets and a corrupted Cyberverse!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 16.3%, Cyberpunk 15.7%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Action-Adventure 8%

  31. #31 A Handful of Dust
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BVS Studios
    Windows

    Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Souls-like 19.2%, Action RPG 13.4%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Hack and Slash 6.8%

  32. #32 Anokye
    76% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Mills Media
    Windows

    Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Souls-like 26.6%, Difficult 16.8%, Exploration 5.2%, 2D 3.8%

  33. #33 Cyan Breach
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ChiCheng Studio
    Windows

    Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 21.5%, Action RPG 18.3%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, 2D 4.8%

  34. #34 Last Vanguard
    75% matchVery Positive86% of 91 reviews2025
    Dev: Cool Tapir Studios
    Windows

    Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Souls-like 22.9%, Difficult 12%, Action RPG 11%, Dystopian 10.9%

  35. #35 Power (of) Metal
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
    Windows

    Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 23.7%, Action RPG 15.9%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

  36. #36 Sojourn Past
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ReDimension
    Windows

    Sojourn Past is a fast-paced, bullet-hell action-adventure game. Dash, slash, and teleport your way through challenging enemies and difficult bosses. Explore the world where a story of loss and healing unfolds through discovery, visual storytelling and emotional soundtracks.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Difficult 15.9%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Exploration 9.1%

  37. #37 Lilium Reach
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Frostglade
    Windows

    Lilium Reach is an action adventure where you travel to a distant, forgotten region of space. Explore and collect customizable gear to aid you as you face oddities, mysteries, and danger that your life in the core systems never prepared you for.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 14.6%, Action RPG 12.3%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Difficult 8.7%

  38. #38 Custodian: Beginning of the End
    74% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2021
    Dev: Red-Pixel
    Windows

    Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Souls-like 23%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Difficult 11.5%, Exploration 6.5%

  39. #39 Undying Hare
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 妖妖酒
    Windows

    Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Souls-like 21.5%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Action RPG 9.9%, Exploration 7.2%

  40. #40 Mendacium
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
    Windows

    An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 26.2%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Action RPG 9.7%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

  41. #41 Hyper Light Drifter
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 18,466 reviews2016
    Dev: Heart Machine
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

    Why similar: Difficult 15.9%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Souls-like 11.8%, Metroidvania 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%

  42. #42 Apomo District
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Apomo
    Windows

    Explore a world that changes everyday where you’ll hunt weird monsters called ‘Apomo.’ Catch and cook fish to get buffs, collect bugs to cast spells, and find gear to fit your play style.

    Why similar: Souls-like 33.2%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Dystopian 11%, Exploration 9%

  43. #43 Dimension Rift Zero
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MrDyvik
    Windows

    Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 27.3%, Difficult 14.8%, Exploration 7%, Atmospheric 5.7%

  44. #44 Foregone
    72% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
    Dev: Big Blue Bubble
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    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 26.5%, Souls-like 22.9%, Difficult 12.3%, Hack and Slash 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

  45. #45 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
    Dev: Planet Tobor
    Windows

    A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!

    Why similar: Souls-like 24.6%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Difficult 10.2%, Action RPG 10.1%

  46. #46 Weapon Devourer
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bogdan
    Windows · Mac

    Weapon Devourer is a psychological horror game with souls-like and 1930's cartoon vibes, blending subtle puzzles. Battle sentient weapons, dodge their attacks, metamorphose into a fearsome entity to overcome powerful challenges, and synthesize mighty combinations by diving into the Shield's belly.

    Why similar: Souls-like 24.9%, Metroidvania 23.1%, Difficult 12.6%, Action RPG 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

  47. #47 Full Moon
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ISGames
    Windows

    Explore a pyramid full of misteries while fighting against the dark forces. Chain your attacks in a fast paced combat system full of stylish combo. Fuse and equip the skills you find to forge your own path.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 22.2%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Difficult 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9%

  48. #48 DARK SUN (黑暗太阳)
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Rou Shan Game
    Windows

    [DARK SUN] is an action game with 2D black and white graphics. Souls game mode. Explore the post-apocalyptic world after a thousand years, collect weapons, armor, battle techniques, magic, and challenge powerful enemies. Advance through repeated deaths to find the truth of the doomsday.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 26.5%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Action RPG 13.5%, Action-Adventure 9.2%

  49. #49 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2026
    Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
    Windows

    A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.

    Why similar: Souls-like 25.3%, Metroidvania 24.9%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Difficult 8.4%

  50. #50 Blade Jumper
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 54 reviews2022
    Dev: bit paradigmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Seoul, 2045. Climb the Kukuru Tower, a giant structure with an unfathomable width and height, facing the truths about the city at its pinnacle.

    Why similar: Souls-like 15.2%, Metroidvania 15.1%, Cyberpunk 13.6%, Difficult 10.8%, Artificial Intelligence 10.4%

  51. #51 Instance Destroy
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Abysmal Attrition LLC
    Windows

    Bite sized metroidvania with several unique mechanics Make weapons from the elements, juggle enemies, find furniture? fight bosses, unlock abilities, find secrets, unlock transformations!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 25%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Difficult 13.2%, Action-Adventure 7.3%

  52. #52 Sorrowself
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vieri Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Save your sister from a certain death by finding her soul fragments in this mystical hand-drawn world! Utilize a variety of morphing abilities and fight through the dream-like Land Of Sorrow. It is known to be flooded with crying creatures who are creating a chaos under the dark soul Self.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Souls-like 16.9%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Action RPG 9.6%, Action-Adventure 6%

  53. #53 Pale Cinder
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: OcO
    Windows

    Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.

    Why similar: Souls-like 26.9%, Metroidvania 25.1%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, Action-Adventure 9%, Atmospheric 5.4%

  54. #54 Akatori
    68% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Contrast Games
    Windows

    Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 24.5%, Difficult 13.1%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Exploration 7.7%

  55. #55 LarsGadiel
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Diabolical Mind
    Windows

    LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie, a game originally created for Nintendo's 8-bit console that was never released (at least for now), but is now coming to Steam. It's a classic Metroidvania, featuring the original maps and design from that era.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Souls-like 19.4%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Action RPG 12%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

  56. #56 Altered Alma
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 2Awesome StudioPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
    Windows

    Altered Alma combines the beloved classic Metroidvania formula with RPG elements, dating sim features, a slick pixel-art presentation, and a gripping story. Whether you want to beat up bad guys, find love, or just explore the beautiful cyberpunk cityscape, Neo Barcelona awaits!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Cyberpunk 18.9%, Souls-like 18%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Exploration 6.4%

  57. #57 Mariana
    66% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
    Dev: Sky Mavis Gann
    Windows

    In Mariana you are dropped into an unknown trench to explore. You will find fantastical creatures and rare artifacts. Fight bosses and mini-bosses in order to dive as deep as possible and uncover the mystery of the trench.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 24.9%, Action RPG 15.6%, Exploration 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%

  58. #58 GOMAN -stuck in the avici hell-
    66% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Blast Edge Games Inc.
    Windows

    "Die fast, retry faster. GOMAN is a hardcore side-scrolling action game where memory and reflexes are your only weapons. Beat who you were 3 seconds ago!"

    Why similar: Souls-like 25.6%, Metroidvania 23.9%, Dystopian 16.4%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Action-Adventure 10%

  59. #59 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
    67% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
    Dev: Innocent Soul
    Windows

    Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Souls-like 27.4%, Difficult 14.8%, Exploration 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

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