- #1 Trapers Platformer
97% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: molamucho.com
Windows · Linux
Story driven Metroidvania-ish challenging platformer with cute hand-drawn graphics and a focus on exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Comedy 11.1%, Cute 8.6%, Platformer 8.6%
- #2 Pixel Game Maker Series Werewolf Princess Kaguya
96% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: SERIALGAMES Inc.Pub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
A stylish & exciting action game! Journey through medieval Japan, rendered in beautiful pixel art, to reach the moon and defeat Mother Kaguya!
Why similar: Character Action Game 39.9% ★, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Comedy 11.2%, Cute 8.6%
- #3 Little Ghost
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alan AbbadessaPub: Sync Book Games
Windows
Chill metroidvania maximizes non-linear exploration & puzzle-platforming. Frequent checkpoints, no currency, no combat. Gain friends & abilities. Collectables-as-media; tarot cards, weird podcasts, and songs from over 20 bands; all found within a surreal papercraft world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, 2D Platformer 16%, Stylized 13.9%, Retro 12.4%, Cute 8.5%
- #4 Cosmobreeder Yiffai
95% matchVery Positive86% of 155 reviews2025
Dev: KEMOSHOCO
Windows
Travel to a forgotten world and study alien creatures in this authentic retro metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Retro 15.1%, Platformer 9.6%, Cute 8.8%
- #5 Sir War-A-Lot
94% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Studio Cypix
Windows
A 2D action platformer where you explore and fight your way through various locations in your quest to kill the monsters who wronged you. Upgrade your skills and abilities along the way and take on the challenges that come your way as the bad tempered, sword throwing Sir-War-A-Lot.
Why similar: Character Action Game 36.1% ★, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Retro 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Old School 7.4%
- #6 The Fall of Eskaria
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2020
Dev: Arinima Games
Windows
"The Fall of Eskaria" is an old school game in the finest tradition of action platformers with unique jazzy music and cartoon art style.
Why similar: Character Action Game 36.5% ★, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Comedy 11.3%, Old School 9.9%, Cute 8.6%
- #7 The Adventures of Panzer 2
93% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Pixelcraft Games
Windows
Set approximately 1 year after the events of the first game, Panzer returns to his role as Raid Leader of the Zergadins. The old team has been "recruited", an all-new state-of-the-art headquarters built, and a world of adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Comedy 12%, Platformer 11.4%, Action 6.8%
- #8 MedaAbi: The Mystery of Pusini
92% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: オモムロス
Windows · Mac
選んだ主人公によって物語が分岐する2Dボスアクション! 独特の雰囲気の漫画で進行するストーリー
Why similar: Character Action Game 43% ★, 2D Platformer 19%, Platformer 10.2%, Cute 9.6%, Comedy 5.8%
- #9 末代侠客
91% matchVery Positive86% of 223 reviews2021
Dev: 夜葬半歌Pub: Mecrew Games
Windows
个人独立开发的像素武侠风横版动作游戏,以电子游戏的形式为大家展示在南宋末年蒙古入侵中原、江湖没落、大侠绝迹的背景下,怀有侠义之心的剑客贯彻心中理念的故事。
Why similar: Character Action Game 31.6% ★, Metroidvania 25.1%, Old School 9.9%, Retro 8.1%, Platformer 7.7%
- #10 Havoc Fox
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Havoc Studios
Windows
Take control of a sword-wielding fox and a dragon/owl duo to fight your way through the fantasy kingdom of Vanalia and stop its tyrant monarch! Havoc Fox is a combat-based action platformer featuring an unlikely partnership tasked with saving their home from its own corrupted protectors.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Old School 11.7%, Platformer 10.1%, Cute 9.1%
- #11 Him
90% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Gumbo Day
Windows
Thousands of spaceships entered the galaxy to mine what does not belong to them! Him is a third person casual game where the player runs and jump between home planets to destroy the invading space pirates and their spaceships under a limited time before they mine the lands.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.6%, Old School 13.1%, Stylized 11.4%, Retro 10%, Adventure 5.3%
- #12 8 Bit Space
89% matchPositive93% of 29 reviews2020
Dev: Glass Frog Games
Windows
8 Bit Space is a 2D platformer inspired by games from the 8-bit era of gaming and with particular emphasis on the ZX Spectrum. Explore 25 alien planets in the search of a way to power a newly discovered ancient portal, where will it lead?
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Retro 14.1%, Old School 12.9%, Platformer 7.8%
- #13 The Adventures of Poppe
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Retro 14.3%, Old School 13.4%, Cute 8.4%
- #14 Janosik 2: Prologue
88% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2024
Dev: Onix GamesPub: Retrovibe
Windows · Linux
Pick up the mantle of the plucky maiden getting ready for her date night that is unceremoniously interrupted by the dastardly duo of Countess Bathory and Baron de Blonde in this prologue to the colourful Janosik 2 retro action-platformer…
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Comedy 12.2%, Platformer 10.3%, Cute 8.4%
- #15 Sondro Gomez: A Sunova Story
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cellar ChateauxPub: Headcannon
Windows · Mac · Linux
"Sondro Gomez: A Sunova Story" is an action-adventure platformer following the story of a failing musician named Sondro, who must seek and recover the wish-granting Mystic Orbs to repay his debt to the mysterious Masked Man. Can he find them before the many rogues of Sunova beat him to the punch?
Why similar: Character Action Game 44% ★, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 9.5%, Cute 7.5%, Old School 7.5%
- #16 Stinky feet: The adventure of BigFoot
86% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: StrvStraja
Windows · Linux
You wake up in a strange place reduced to a six-toed foot load of enemies are trying to wash you! FIght them by wall jumping and shooting your extra toe at them, while you try to find your way out.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Old School 16.9%, Retro 15.2%, Comedy 11.7%
- #17 Emberbane
85% matchMixed49% of 95 reviews2026
Dev: Hamlet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Character Action Game 25.9% ★, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Hack and Slash 10.8%, Stylized 6.2%
- #18 Gel-Tank
86% matchPositive95% of 39 reviews2021
Dev: テクノドット
Windows
Casual but profound! Simple, authentic 16-bit 2D style that will satisfy everyone from beginners to experts The action shooter is here! Dive into the soft and hard world of the ultimate 16-bit world, down to the resolution! Ugh!
Why similar: Character Action Game 44.6% ★, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Retro 10.9%, Comedy 10.6%, Cute 10.5%
- #19 The Darkest Tales
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 905 reviews2022
Dev: Trinity TeamPub: 101XP
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
When a nightmare creeps into reality, the only ones that can help are those whose magical powers we’ve believed in since childhood. A brave teddy bear heads to the far side of “happily ever after” to rescue his owner, Alicia.
Why similar: Character Action Game 29.8% ★, Metroidvania 22.8%, 2D Platformer 12%, Hack and Slash 8.7%, Cute 7.7%
- #20 Skyseeker
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kirisame Jump
Windows · Mac
Skyseeker is a monster-collecting metroidvania where every enemy is catchable. Enter a world where ancient creatures thrive in a world lost to time. As a Skyseeker, join the legendary explorers who tame these monsters and attempt to reach the fabled summit of the sky.
Why similar: Character Action Game 34.8% ★, Metroidvania 22.4%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Hack and Slash 10.2%, Platformer 7.4%
- #21 MedaAbi
84% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: オモムロス
Windows
A short 2D action game with mysterious characters! Two games, one with boss battles where you have to find a way to deal damage, and one with more abilities to use on each stage!
Why similar: Character Action Game 40.5% ★, 2D Platformer 19%, Comedy 12.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Cute 8.7%
- #22 RE: Get To Schol On Time
82% matchPositive84% of 25 reviews2020
Dev: GHXYK2Pub: Wainstop James
Windows
Help Fuller on his odyssey through the back streets of England in 2003, as he tries to get to school against the clock. The game contains 5 distinct sections, each with a unique gameplay mechanic. WARNING: This title is famously difficult. Only intended for highly skilled players.
Why similar: Character Action Game 28.7% ★, Comedy 15.1%, 2D Platformer 11%, Retro 11%, Stylized 8.5%
- #23 Tv Head
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DalaGG Studios
Windows
In 3034, Ultra Mega Corp controls all broadcasting, censoring the universe into submission. As TV Head, a sentient television with fists of fury, you must fight, explore, and break the signal lock in this brutal, darkly hilarious Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Comedy 17.6%, Story Rich 8.1%, Platformer 5.7%
- #24 HEBEREKE Enjoy Edition
81% matchPositive91% of 35 reviews2024
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Where am I pyooooo??? HEBEREKEis back and so is his great and surreal adventure! A mysterious little creature Hebe fell into a mysterious world. Discover a brand new world, explore every corner, find the treasures with your new wonderful friends, and use their skills to find new places.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Platformer 12.5%, Retro 10.5%, Cute 9.2%
- #25 Catto Chateau
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Guac GameDev LLC
Windows
A non-linear Metroidvania platformer that's cute but also a bit creepy. Find upgrades, learn spells and banish the spirits who have become twisted by The Duchess's curse!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Old School 10.2%, Cute 8.9%, Stylized 8.9%
- #26 Zebulon: A Lost Cat
79% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2024
Dev: Potico Games
Windows
Zebulon the cat is lost in a strange place, but he has a lot of courage and curiosity quickly replaces fear as he explores and unravels the world around him. It also helps that smelly green food is everywhere to grab!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Old School 14.5%, Retro 12.5%, Platformer 8.5%
- #27 Dad Quest
80% matchVery Positive83% of 174 reviews2018
Dev: Sundae MonthPub: Excalibur Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Embark on a great Dadventure in this unique comedy, story-based 2D platformer. Raise your child to become the weapon they were always meant to be.
Why similar: Character Action Game 30% ★, Metroidvania 24.3%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Stylized 7.7%, Cute 7.4%
- #28 Jessica's Uncomfortable Hanukkah Adventure
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Dog and Spider Productions
Windows
It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Platformer 10.9%, Old School 10.3%, Retro 7.6%
- #29 Trash Quest
78% matchVery Positive93% of 121 reviews2021
Dev: Francis Vace
Windows
Trash Quest is a compact metroidvania with a single spawn point, run and gun action and tight platforming. Navigate an interwoven maze of rooms through this space station, destroying robots, collecting power ups and unlocking shortcuts.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Retro 13.4%, Stylized 11.3%, Cute 10.1%
- #30 Zozo and the Lost Dreams
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Red Dunes Games
Windows
Help Zozo find his way home in this cartoon-inspired Metroidvania platformer. Pillow-fight sentient pastries, train under an octopus master, and brave a cybernetic jungle as you explore the vibrant landscapes of Zozo's dreams.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.7%, Old School 16.9%, Metroidvania 15.6%, Retro 13.2%, Platformer 12.3%
- #31 Runan Ritual
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BehnderPub: Checkpoint Loop
Windows
A momentum-heavy 2D Metroidvania where you dash, double-jump and wall-cling beneath Goen, the last city on earth, chaining whip combos and parrying to bank Maia essence for permanent rituals or short-lived upgrades you drop on death.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Old School 12.9%, Platformer 11.4%, Retro 9.6%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #32 Super Intern Story
76% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2023
Dev: Blue Noise Games
Windows
Super Intern Story is a fun little adventure about working as a monster in a video game. Wear different costumes, get slain by heroes all while getting yelled at by your boss! Discover the joys of working behind the scene — as an unpaid intern in the game industry!
Why similar: Narration 20.8%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Stylized 14.2%, Comedy 13.7%, Platformer 9%
- #33 Sydney Hunter and the Curse of the Mayan
77% matchVery Positive87% of 90 reviews2019
Dev: CollectorVision Games
Windows · Mac
In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.1%, Retro 14%, Old School 12%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Comedy 10.9%
- #34 Albert's Journey
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bite My Pixel
Windows · Mac
Albert’s Journey is a 2d platformer adventure game with a pixel art look.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Retro 19.1%, Old School 13.8%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 12.3%
- #35 Super Beefit
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bad Castle
Windows
Help Beefit brave perilous lands and cavernous depths to rescue his bovine love in this tight, precision platformer with responsive controls, and skill-based gameplay.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Retro 15.7%, Old School 8.7%, Cute 7.1%
- #36 Guardian of Lore
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 35 reviews2021
Dev: Round 2 Games
Windows · Mac
A mystical library houses books of ancient folktales from lost civilizations. Play as Prince Sayri, and protect these stories from wicked magic that aims to erase their memory forever. Enter each story and save it from within!
Why similar: Character Action Game 29.1% ★, Metroidvania 23%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Old School 11.2%, Hack and Slash 10%
- #37 Piko Piko
74% matchMixed60% of 135 reviews2022
Dev: MarquetPub: KOMODO
Windows
Take control of Piko, our hammer wielding heroine, as you bash things up with a big hammer in this cute Anime-styled 2D metroidvania-inspired adventure! Uncover mysteries! Beat the bad guys who do naughty things! Explore the Piko Piko world with her floof fox friend!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Comedy 13.2%, Retro 10.3%, Cute 10%
- #38 Chibits
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PhatRobit
Windows · Mac
Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Platformer 10.5%, Cute 9.2%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #39 Sanae Toumaden X2
73% matchMixed70% of 23 reviews2022
Dev: Touhou neko mini
Windows
A mega X Touhou fangame with no X again.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Platformer 9.1%, Cute 7.4%
- #40 Lone Fungus
72% matchVery Positive84% of 1,139 reviews2023
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Old School 12.2%, Retro 10.1%, Platformer 9.3%
- #41 Homelessvania
73% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: RomanPub: GOBBOGOES
Windows
Fight for your rights as a homeless person in this mini Metroidvania SPEEDRUNNER.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Old School 12.5%, Platformer 10.5%, Cute 10.3%
- #42 L'intrépide, le futur de l'imparfait
73% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: Alexis HernandezPub: Artificial Captain
Windows
L'intrépide is a classic action/plateformer solo game with a touch of stupid humor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Comedy 15.3%, Platformer 9.8%, Old School 8.5%
- #43 Stickman's Bad Luck
72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: TingThing
Windows
Enter the world of a stick man named Stickman who, reluctantly compelled by the winds of destiny, must save the land from an evil stick man named Evil Stickman! Stickman's Bad Luck is a story-rich 2D Metroidvania Platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Comedy 12.7%, Story Rich 10.1%, Platformer 7.6%
- #44 Dexter Stardust: Odyssey in Outer Space
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dexter Team Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
An SNES-Inspired, platforming, sci-fi adventure. It's like playing a Saturday Morning Cartoon!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Comedy 13.7%, Old School 12.1%, Platformer 10.7%
- #45 Fateless Night
71% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: ashpdewan
Windows
Fateless Night - is a 2D action-platformer with randomized enemies and a combo system that rewards skilled playthrough.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.1%, Platformer 13.5%, Metroidvania 12.1%, Hack and Slash 10.8%, Old School 10%
- #46 Son Savaşçı
71% matchMixed61% of 18 reviews2020
Dev: Narut Studio'sPub: Umut Haznedar
Windows
For the first time in 2D games, we performed completely in Turkish. We wanted to make you experience the past Atari period again. We are proud to start a brand new era in the gaming world, and this is just the beginning.
Why similar: Character Action Game 45.8% ★, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Narration 11.1%, Platformer 8.6%, Action 7.3%
- #47 The Legend of Paco the Jungle Duck
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Comic and Sons
Windows · Mac · Linux
Paco is a duck which, as a descendant of an ancient Inca dynasty, has the special privilege of hatching a fossilized dinosaur egg. He seems to succeed well, but then monkeys steal the egg to build a speacial weapon with the help of genetic engineering.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.9%, Narration 14.5%, Comedy 14.3%, Old School 13.7%, Cute 9.8%
- #48 Tomba! Special Edition
68% matchVery Positive89% of 712 reviews2024
Dev: Limited Run Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 59%
In Tomba! Special Edition, leap, bite, and throw your way across stunning 2.5D landscapes in this vastly-enhanced update to a platforming classic!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.9%, Metroidvania 19.5%, Old School 18.3%, Retro 15.9%, Platformer 14.2%
- #49 Broken Hero: Slime Tower
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Green Tale Studios
Windows
Explore a non-linear tower filled with secrets in a pixel-art Metroidvania. Awaken as a slime, master elemental powers, and progress as each new ability reveals previously impossible paths, leading you to discover your true purpose.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Narration 16.3%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Comedy 12.6%, Cute 8.8%
- #50 Axel Quest
68% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: PowerSlash Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Platformer 10%, Cute 9%
- #51 Goo Keeper
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Oria Games Inc.
Windows
Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Old School 15%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Cute 10.8%, Retro 10.4%
- #52 Dr. Atominus
70% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2020
Dev: Pikku-a
Windows · Linux
Dr. Atominus is a short platformer with metroidvania elements and a cool sci-fi story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Platformer 9.9%, Retro 9.3%, Narration 8.9%
- #53 Zodiac DX
69% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Foxy Boxy Games
Windows
Retro side-scrolling adventure!
Why similar: Character Action Game 25.6% ★, Retro 21.7%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Old School 15.4%, Platformer 9.6%
- #54 Ephemeral Legend
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dawdling Dog, ltd.
Windows
Wake up, sleepyhead! It's time to solve puzzles, tackle dungeons and more in this Action-Adventure RPG!
Why similar: Character Action Game 41.3% ★, Metroidvania 30.2%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Cute 8.9%, Retro 2.8%
- #55 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
66% matchVery Positive96% of 241 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 45%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Old School 12.1%, Platformer 9.5%, Adventure 6.2%
- #56 Ramune's Square Dungeon
67% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: SOULCHAN
Windows
A cute and sexy mini Metroidvania
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Comedy 13.2%, Platformer 13.2%, Cute 10.1%
- #57 Fallen Prince
68% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Eridanus Games
Windows
Fallen Prince is an atmospheric combat-focused metroidvania with retro elements. Explore a bleak undead zone, hone your skills and rid the kingdom from your brother's vile sorcery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Retro 6.2%
- #58 Guns of Fury
65% matchVery Positive88% of 848 reviews2025
Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Old School 17%, Retro 16.2%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 10.3%
- #59 Spirit Fusion
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 11.4%, Stylized 10.3%, Adventure 7.6%
- #60 F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
66% matchVery Positive87% of 6,949 reviews2021
Dev: TiGamesPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 9.9%, Retro 8.9%, Story Rich 8.4%