
Rise Achlys is a brutal gothic soulsvania and rogue-lite inspired by Castlevania. The story-driven game features a vampire protagonist and iconic characters like Dracula and Frankenstein, with time travel and fantasy themes.
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Rise Achlys is a brutal gothic soulsvania and rogue-lite inspired by Castlevania. The story-driven game features a vampire protagonist and iconic characters like Dracula and Frankenstein, with time travel and fantasy themes.

A Field of Flowers
In this norse-inspired metroidvania, explore and seek truths of what truly happened to you, having lost your home and your only friend in a single night. Fight and copy new magic from others to gain power, as you swear revenge on a mysterious stranger that took everything from you.

Little Mage
Little Mage is an action-packed 2D Metroidvania where you play as an Æther Mage in a beautifully hand-drawn, high fantasy world. Explore the shattered city of Hornedrose, unleash elemental magic, battle fearsome bosses, and uncover the secrets of a world on the brink of destruction.
In this norse-inspired metroidvania, explore and seek truths of what truly happened to you, having lost your home and your only friend in a single night. Fight and copy new magic from others to gain power, as you swear revenge on a mysterious stranger that took everything from you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 22.6%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Action RPG 10.1%, PvE 9.8%
Little Mage is an action-packed 2D Metroidvania where you play as an Æther Mage in a beautifully hand-drawn, high fantasy world. Explore the shattered city of Hornedrose, unleash elemental magic, battle fearsome bosses, and uncover the secrets of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Souls-like 16.8%, Metroidvania 15.1%, Gothic 13.4% ★, Lore-Rich 10.9%, Action RPG 9.9%
Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Souls-like 17.1%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action RPG 10.5%, Lore-Rich 8.9%
In "Luminite Era: Expedition," face unique Boss battles, wield arcane spells, and create distinct equipment combos to unveil the Black Mist's secrets and preserve humanity's last Luminite glimmer amid its relentless spread.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 21.9%, Action RPG 10%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 8.2%
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Souls-like 21.3%, Action RPG 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 8.3%
Awaken to a realm where dreams and reality blur beyond recognition. As the Awakened One, you must traverse a haunting world of nightmares and fragmented memories, where nothing is certain and every shadow hides unspeakable truths. Traverse the Dream revealing the nature of existence itself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 21.7%, Lore-Rich 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10%, Platformer 7.8%
DreamKiller is a 2D side-scrolling action game that combines strategy cards with intense combat. Control Irene as she navigates a world where dreams and reality merge, piecing together the shattered Dream Interpretation Codex. Use card-switching to unleash powerful skills in a Souls-like challenge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 21%, Lore-Rich 13.1%, Action RPG 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.1%
As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.3%, Metroidvania 17.5%, Lore-Rich 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
A 2D action platformer of graceful duels and perfect parries under the falling sakura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 22.1%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action RPG 9.9%, PvE 9.1%
Ascend from the depths as Evan, heir of a fallen underworld, to uncover the truth behind a world stripped of dawn. Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where Light clashes with the Darkness that stole the sky.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 22.9%, Lore-Rich 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.6%, Metroidvania 22%, Gothic 16.2% ★, Action RPG 10%, Dark Fantasy 6.3%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.2%, Metroidvania 23.3%, 2D Platformer 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Action RPG 7.7%
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 18.7%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action RPG 9.2%, Lore-Rich 8.1%
You awaken on the Altar inside the Life Cathedral. Life Blood is a first-person, Kingsfield-like action adventure game with a focus on exploration. Travel the interconnected world with fast-paced, reaction-based combat and discover the secrets within the heart of the mountain.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.2%, Metroidvania 20%, Lore-Rich 11.2%, Action RPG 11%, PvE 10.2%
Eternal Soul is a gothic Metroidvania where you steal the souls of your enemies. Explore the castle, find powerful items & abilities, fight against demonic creatures, and learn the truth of your power.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Gothic 13.3% ★, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Action RPG 11%, Dark Fantasy 9%
A dark Metroidvania where memory and madness intertwine. Explore surreal biomes, face grotesque bosses born of trauma, and recover fragments of a forgotten identity in a world that twists with your sanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Lore-Rich 11.6%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, PvE 10.7%, Platformer 9.2%
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 22.9%, Action RPG 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 8.6%
Xoul is a uniquely styled 2D ARPG. You can use the game's distinctive "Custom Combo" feature to create your own chain attacks, defeat various enemies, experience diverse stories, unravel the mysteries of this world—and then make your choice.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action RPG 12.2%, Lore-Rich 10.5%, Gothic 8.2% ★
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 28.7%, Souls-like 25.9%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Sci-fi 5.5%
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 24.7%, Souls-like 22.6%, Action RPG 14.8%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
A hero resurrected. A new Adventure. With stunning, 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world, and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. Become the Solar Champion and restore balance to the multiverse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 19.6%, Lore-Rich 11.5%, Action RPG 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Souls-like 26.6%, Lore-Rich 14%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 25%, Platformer 9.8%, Action RPG 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.
Why similar: Souls-like 40.4%, Metroidvania 26.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Action RPG 5.6%, RPG 5.3%
SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Souls-like 27.3%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 6.3%
The Song of Awakening is a 2D action-platformer where you play as a bard with the power to create magic through music. Explore a world once ruled by the Lyramancers, wielders of music-magic, who were extinguished by a mad king. Defeat the malevolent god of silence and restore harmony to the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Souls-like 24.7%, Action RPG 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
Join Novak as he fights his way through hordes of fearsome monsters and unravel the mystery of monster resurgence in his land . Inspired by Metroidvania-style and hack 'n slash action rpg, Shikari Rising will plunge you into action and will test your mettle against extremely tough enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 21.7%, Action RPG 13.2%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 10.6%
A short metroidvania with a focus on freedom of choice! Gain abilities to get access to other areas! Help fallen friends to summon their spirits to fight along side you! Level up! Upgrade your equipment! Then when you feel ready, go and confront the mighty Gigantimus to stop him destroying the city!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Souls-like 20.9%, Action RPG 13.9%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 10.1%
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 24.9%, Action RPG 13.6%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
Explore a haunting and punishing world in this 2D action RPG. Lumen Inferius combines fast-paced combat with intricate RPG mechanics. Traverse ancient ruins, dark forests, and decaying castles, uncovering secrets of a cursed land. Your skill and strategy will determine its fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Souls-like 20.3%, Action RPG 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, PvE 8.7%
A realm where two ancient trees have long harbored rival royal bloodlines, each having woven their aerial dominion from spider silk across countless generations. Yet now, dark forces of unknown origin stir, spreading their corruption throughout the silk realm...
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Souls-like 22.5%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Action RPG 10.8%, Platformer 8.8%
A dark metroidvania with RPG elements, "Undivine" challenges you to explore, battle, and uncover secrets in a desolate, interconnected world. Customize your abilities, wield unique weapons, and delve into deep lore filled with mystery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 22.8%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 6.4%
Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 19.2%, Lore-Rich 11.5%, Action RPG 10.7%, Platformer 8.6%
This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Souls-like 27.5%, Action RPG 13.6%, RPG 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 19.5%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%
Revenge against the forces of good! That is the goal of the dark elf Belphora, who wants to avenge the death of her father. Explore the beautiful pixel art world, find items to improve yourself and fight various enemies in this Metroidvania-like game. Fight for glory and revenge!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 24.6%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Platformer 9.6%
A Halloween themed 2D pixel art metroidvania. Play as the vampire Kazimir, and explore a spooky castle to gain abilities, fight against enemies and bosses, and discover lore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Gothic 12.5% ★, PvE 12%, Platformer 10.5%
Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Souls-like 21.7%, Gothic 12.9% ★, Lore-Rich 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%
Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Souls-like 24.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, Lore-Rich 12%, PvE 10.5%
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, Platformer 11.7%, RPG 7.8%
Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 27%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%, Platformer 7.7%
Hemlon the Grey is a 2D Souls-like game focused on deflection-based action, where life and death are decided at the edge of the blade. Follow the story of Hemlon, half-demon warrior, slay disrupters and uncover the secrets behind The Broken Wings and the Republic of Reinz.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.8%, Action RPG 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, RPG 7.8%, Lore-Rich 7.7%
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 25.7%, Souls-like 19.7%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Action RPG 9.7%, Lore-Rich 8.8%
You are a small bird traveling through 7 valleys to find the Simurgh and bring life back to your village.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Souls-like 27%, 2D Platformer 13%, PvE 10.7%, Platformer 9%
The Easoar Corporation has made a horrible discovery, spreading the unending potential of Innaturum weaponry. Radicalize as a wildslinger in this fast-paced, action platformer, RPG. Lay waste as you mix and match all manners of weaponry, becoming a true force of Innature!
Why similar: Souls-like 24.5%, Action RPG 15.3%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Lore-Rich 12.7%, Platformer 11.4%
Blood of Yamin is a stylish metroidvania RPG where you can forge your own playstyle. Powered by the essence of a dead god, explore a gorgeous 2D world on the cusp of the industrial revolution, conquer powerful foes, and confront the unknown horrors lurking beneath the surface.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Souls-like 22%, Action RPG 12.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 9.4%
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 25.6%, Metroidvania 24.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, 2D Platformer 7.9%, Action RPG 7.9%
Explore an ancient world in The Malice Kingdom. Travel the rich and diverse landscape filled with ancient ruins, foreboding forests, and haunting mansions. Discover powerful weapons, befriend Whimsical characters, and uncover the dormant secret within the kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 23.5%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
An Action-RPG soulsvania where you explore a seamless and interconnected world through a zoomable map with no loading break. Engage in epic aerial battles, absorb essence to level up, and craft powerful spell combos by defeating brutal bosses and harnessing their Mystic Nature.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 24.4%, Lore-Rich 13.1%, Action RPG 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
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 31.1%, Souls-like 25.5%, Action RPG 11.4%, Platformer 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%
Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 21.7%, Action RPG 12.8%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Platformer 6%
A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!
Why similar: Souls-like 28.9%, Metroidvania 26.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 7.6%, Action RPG 6.7%
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, RPG 7.9%
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: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 25%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
This game is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls. Skelethrone: The Prey is a free prequel to the main game, setting the stage for the events that will unfold throughout Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona campaign.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 23.5%, Gothic 14.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Lore-Rich 7.7%
Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle
Why similar: Souls-like 23.4%, Metroidvania 23.1%, Lore-Rich 12.2%, Action RPG 10.6%, Platformer 8.8%
Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Souls-like 28.7%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 7.2%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
A Souls-like, player vs. environment medieval, survival horror game with a high level of difficulty, a world and creatures set in dark fantasy, and a story told through environmental storytelling. Players use medieval weapons and magic to stop a powerful monarch fallen into madness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 25%, Action RPG 12.4%, PvE 10.9%, Action-Adventure 7%
Ember Journey of Clinbo This is a fantasy, pixel-art Metroidvania-style game. You are Clinbo, the only "transgressor" robot to possess a soul in a limbo between life and death—a realm where countless souls are judged by a single standard: "Harmony."
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action RPG 13.4%, Platformer 11%, RPG 7.7%
Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Souls-like 23.4%, Lore-Rich 12.2%, Platformer 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%