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  1. #1 Iconoclasts
    97% matchVery Positive86% of 5,010 reviews2018
    Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Female Protagonist 20.7%, Platformer 9.3%, Action 9.1%, Great Soundtrack 9%

  2. #2 ITORAH
    96% matchMostly Positive74% of 945 reviews2022
    Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Female Protagonist 20.5%, Platformer 12.8%, Action 8.2%, Anime 8.1%

  3. #3 The Vagrant
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 8,673 reviews2018
    Dev: O.T.K GamesPub: Thermite Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.7%, Metroidvania 25%, RPG 11.7%, Action 9.3%, Anime 6.5%

  4. #4 Rebel Transmute
    95% matchMostly Positive76% of 283 reviews2024
    Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Female Protagonist 18%, Difficult 16.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Retro 8.1%

  5. #5 Metal Unit
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 2,896 reviews2021
    Dev: JellySnow StudioPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.9%, RPG 19.9%, Action 14.9%, Adventure 10.9%, Indie 9.6%

  6. #6 Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 149 reviews2017
    Dev: [erka:es]Pub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Step into the shoes of Freudia Neuwahl, a cool and collected young woman on a mission to save her best friend from an Imperial witch hunt. "Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel" is the sequel to "Rosenkreuzstilette", a level-based 2D side scrolling action game for PC.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.6%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, Platformer 11.4%, Anime 11.3%, Difficult 10.5%

  7. #7 Gato Roboto
    92% matchVery Positive94% of 5,244 reviews2019
    Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Platformer 10.3%, Action 10.1%, Indie 8.8%, Adventure 7.9%

  8. #8 Wings of Vi
    93% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,260 reviews2014
    Dev: Grynsoft
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Wings of Vi is a challenging 2D platformer in which the player controls the angel Vi, tasked with defeating the Demon Lord Jeh’oul after he is freed from captivity. While inspired by masochistic retro platformers, Wings of Vi aims to cut out arbitrary difficulty in favor of skill based gameplay.

    Why similar: Difficult 20%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Metroidvania 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%

  9. #9 Indivisible
    91% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,731 reviews2019
    Dev: Lab Zero GamesPub: 505 Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%

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

    Why similar: RPG 19.8%, Metroidvania 19.3%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Action 11.7%, Platformer 9.6%

  10. #10 Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
    90% matchVery Positive93% of 41,589 reviews2019
    Dev: ArtPlayPub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, RPG 11.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Action 6.7%

  11. #11 Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 2,423 reviews2016
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Platformer 11.1%, Anime 8.9%

  12. #12 Shantae and the Seven Sirens
    89% matchVery Positive90% of 2,028 reviews2020
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Female Protagonist 23.3%, Platformer 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%, Adventure 6.1%

  13. #13 Rabi-Ribi
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,264 reviews2016
    Dev: CreSpirit
    Windows
    Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 63.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Anime 10.1%, Difficult 9.1%, Platformer 8.9%

  14. #14 ReSetna
    87% matchVery Positive83% of 174 reviews2025
    Dev: Today's GamesPub: Module16
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.7%, Platformer 17.3%, Action 13.5%, Adventure 10.9%, Indie 9.7%

  15. #15 Mechaneer Resta's Grand Adventure
    88% matchMostly Positive72% of 58 reviews2023
    Dev: Resta!Pub: Kagura Games
    Windows

    One day, the robots around town go out of control and start running amok. It's up to Resta and her good friend Curie to identify the source of the disturbance and save everyone!

    Why similar: RPG 29.3%, Anime 19%, Adventure 19%, Action 12.3%, Indie 9.4%

  16. #16 Kotama and Academy Citadel
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 2,914 reviews2026
    Dev: Atomstring GamesPub: 2P Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, RPG 11%, Platformer 11%, Anime 9.8%

  17. #17 Valdis Story: Abyssal City
    86% matchVery Positive84% of 2,713 reviews2013
    Dev: Endlessfluff Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Platformer 10.8%, RPG 10.8%, Action 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 7%

  18. #18 Shattered Divinities
    82% matchVery Positive95% of 888 reviews2026
    Dev: 星魂游戏Pub: TrueColor Games
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Platformer 12.4%, RPG 10.4%, Adventure 9.9%, Female Protagonist 9.5%

  19. #19 雨上がりのハナビィ Ameagari no Hanaby
    85% matchVery Positive97% of 79 reviews2018
    Dev: Enigmatic Network
    Windows · Mac

    A 2D platforming adventure featuring fireworks

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.5%, Anime 13.5%, Action 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Cute 8%

  20. #20 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
    84% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,588 reviews2021
    Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Action 12.3%, Platformer 11%, Adventure 10.7%, Indie 8.5%

  21. #21 Midnight Castle Succubus DX
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 1,120 reviews2020
    Dev: pixelteishokuPub: Critical Bliss
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    A succubus issues threats against humanity once every 100 years. While men die and young women disappear one by one, a succubus hunter visits a cursed city under the moonlight. Let's rescue abducted girls and defeat the succubus!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Platformer 13.2%, RPG 10.2%, Anime 6%

  22. #22 Alwa's Awakening
    82% matchVery Positive80% of 948 reviews2017
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Platformer 12%, Adventure 8.2%, Indie 7.5%

  23. #23 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
    80% matchVery Positive90% of 1,804 reviews2023
    Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Female Protagonist 17.1%, Anime 12.1%, Platformer 10.3%, Cute 6.1%

  24. #24 Phoenotopia: Awakening
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 2,883 reviews2021
    Dev: Cape Cosmic
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Platformer 16.6%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 11.8%, Female Protagonist 8.1%

  25. #25 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 7,419 reviews2021
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Platformer 10.4%, RPG 10.4%, Anime 8.9%

  26. #26 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
    78% matchVery Positive83% of 1,243 reviews2024
    Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Difficult 12.9%, RPG 10%, Platformer 9.7%

  27. #27 Rosenkreuzstilette
    81% matchMostly Positive79% of 442 reviews2017
    Dev: [erka:es]Pub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.9%, Difficult 15.8%, Platformer 14%, Anime 13.4%, Action 10.3%

  28. #28 Fearmonium
    79% matchVery Positive85% of 570 reviews2021
    Dev: Redblack Spade
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Fearmonium is a psychedelic metroidvania where suspense intertwines with humour. Beginning the game as an unpleasant memory, you must progress and become a true phobia by breaking through all boundaries to uncover the most hidden corners of Max's mind.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Female Protagonist 23.2%, Action 8.7%, Adventure 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%

  29. #29 ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,655 reviews2025
    Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 18.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Female Protagonist 17%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, RPG 8.5%, Action 4.5%

  30. #30 Ariana and the Elder Codex
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 135 reviews2026
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Platformer 18.2%, Action 15%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Anime 12.9%

  31. #31 Shantae and the Pirate's Curse
    77% matchVery Positive93% of 3,088 reviews2015
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Platformer 13.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Anime 6%

  32. #32 Tower Hunter: Erza's Trial
    78% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,982 reviews2019
    Dev: IceSitruuna
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, RPG 10.5%, Anime 8.9%, Action 7.6%

  33. #33 The Buried Pillars
    74% matchVery Positive86% of 157 reviews2026
    Dev: T.F.A.N.C.S.
    Windows

    Explore the world, fight fierce and alluring monster girls to uncover the secrets hidden within! A Metroidvania 2D platformer with combats that push you to the edge!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Platformer 15.2%, Action 12.9%, Cute 8.9%, Adventure 5.1%

  34. #34 Succubus Successor: Delilah's Juicy Journey
    73% matchVery Positive91% of 898 reviews2026
    Dev: Ramen Cat StudioPub: Hide Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Succubus Successor is a seductive Metroidvania where Charm lets you beguile enemies. Play as a succubus searching for the missing Demon Lord while exploring a vast world filled with combat, platforming, puzzles, and hidden secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Female Protagonist 20.9%, Platformer 14.6%, Anime 11%, Action 9.4%

  35. #35 Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition
    77% matchVery Positive81% of 1,267 reviews2018
    Dev: Long Hat HousePub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Action 14.4%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Indie 11.8%, Platformer 10.4%

  36. #36 Akatori
    73% matchMostly Positive70% of 267 reviews2026
    Dev: Contrast GamesPub: Games Harbor
    Windows

    A colorful action platformer with metroidvania elements and a staff that unlocks unique combat techniques and new ways to overcome obstacles. Explore beautiful worlds, fight monsters, and help Mako stop the amber storms that poison all living things.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Female Protagonist 17.6%, Difficult 16.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Action 9.3%

  37. #37 Blade Kitten
    75% matchVery Positive83% of 1,088 reviews2014
    Dev: Krome Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    In Blade Kitten, join Kit Ballard as she explores the mysterious world of Hollow Wish to hunt down rogue mechs and soft targets.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.5%, Platformer 20.1%, Anime 17.9%, Action 13.7%, Adventure 10.4%

  38. #38 Blazing Aries
    73% matchVery Positive88% of 388 reviews2022
    Dev: Kuroto ZakkaPub: OTAKU Plan
    Windows

    The game tells the story of a new adventurer named Aries. She visits all kinds of cities, travels around the unknown world, fights against the "Calamities" that spread all over the world. This game's core is the orthodox action fighting mode!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.3%, RPG 21.3%, Anime 17.2%, Action 14.2%, Adventure 11.9%

  39. #39 Demons Roots
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 2,367 reviews2023
    Dev: Quick nail AristocratPub: Kagura Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    In a final struggle for survival, demonkind again invaded the human world. However, the world they return to after years in the darkness isn't the same as it once was...

    Why similar: RPG 28.6%, Adventure 19.3%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Anime 16.7%, Indie 5.7%

  40. #40 Eternal Senia
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 12,055 reviews2015
    Dev: Sanctum Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    Thoughts and expectations ARPG

    Why similar: Anime 24.9%, Female Protagonist 24.1%, RPG 19.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Action 5.3%

  41. #41 Dehumanized
    74% matchMixed64% of 140 reviews2018
    Dev: BurningDust GamesPub: SakuraGame
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    DeHumanized is a Roguelite sidescroller action shooter inspired by Metroid and Binding of Isaac.The world runs on physical rules with elements interacted subtly with each other. To survive you have to take strength from beasts, and learn rules how the world works.

    Why similar: RPG 28.4%, Female Protagonist 22.3%, Action 20.8%, Adventure 15.5%, Indie 13.1%

  42. #42 Ruins Seeker
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 737 reviews2020
    Dev: Nupuryu no satoPub: Kagura Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    An adventurer named Quem is the first person to step foot inside "Heaven's Ladder" in 500 years. But not long after, she's cursed by a strange, shadowy monster. Now she must reach the top of Heaven's Ladder, and hopefully, break the spell.

    Why similar: RPG 42.2%, Female Protagonist 20.9%, Indie 17.2%, Anime 10.6%, Adventure 5.1%

  43. #43 Little Witch Nobeta
    69% matchVery Positive84% of 10,054 reviews2022
    Dev: Pupuya Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Control the lovely little witch Nobeta, explore the unknown mysterious castle, and gradually discover the truth!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 26%, Anime 16.2%, RPG 15.2%, Cute 14.8%, Action 10.4%

  44. #44 Airhead
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 62 reviews2024
    Dev: OctatoPub: HandyGames
    Windows

    Help a small body save a head-like organism full of air, from a leak that threatens its life. Explore their Metroidvania-style world and overcome challenging environmental puzzles to find the key to the head's survival.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Adventure 16.2%, Action 14%, Indie 13.3%, Difficult 10%

  45. #45 REDO!
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 239 reviews2019
    Dev: Robson Paiva
    Windows

    REDO! is a game about a girl trying to find another human in a dystopian world overrun by biomachines. It's a lonely and evocative game about exploring the unknown and overcoming obstacles to see what is left.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, Action 14.3%, Difficult 12.4%, Adventure 12.3%

  46. #46 Obsurity
    72% matchMostly Positive73% of 284 reviews2020
    Dev: Game Dynasty
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Discover all the secrets of two completely different worlds.

    Why similar: Difficult 34.3%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Adventure 11.2%, Great Soundtrack 10.2%, Action 8.9%

  47. #47 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
    72% matchMostly Positive77% of 125 reviews2016
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Platformer 14.5%, RPG 12.5%, Action 10.6%, Indie 7.2%

  48. #48 Heroine Anthem Zero 2 : Scalescars Oath
    70% matchVery Positive82% of 806 reviews2022
    Dev: WindThunder StudioPub: Skywalker HK
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, RPG 13.9%, Anime 11.2%, Platformer 10.4%

  49. #49 Freedom Planet
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 4,902 reviews2014
    Dev: GalaxyTrail
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.9%, Great Soundtrack 19.2%, Platformer 18.4%, Action 9%, Retro 7.4%

  50. #50 INAYAH - Life after Gods
    68% matchMostly Positive77% of 307 reviews2025
    Dev: Exogenesis StudiosPub: Headup
    Windows

    A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Platformer 17.6%, Action 13.4%, Anime 12.4%, Female Protagonist 11.5%

  51. #51 Monospaced Lovers
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 54 reviews2024
    Dev: Scarlet String Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Monospaced Lovers is an exploration-driven platformer about closeness and distance. Journey through a metafictional, fantasy-filled land and find the truth of your fragile world before it disintegrates.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.2%, Anime 23.8%, Platformer 19.1%, Cute 10.6%, Adventure 9.2%

  52. #52 Touhou Luna Nights
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,929 reviews2019
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 43.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Difficult 12.9%, RPG 9.1%, Platformer 9.1%

  53. #53 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    65% matchVery Positive92% of 3,252 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Anime 11.7%, Platformer 11.3%, Action 7.5%

  54. #54 Quarta Amethyst
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 61 reviews2023
    Dev: Kudarizaka Ga-dore-ruPub: Kagura Games
    Windows

    The Olicts, dangerous monsters that prey upon human energy, have been suspiciously active lately. It's your job to find out why and to put a stop to their plans.

    Why similar: RPG 54%, Anime 25.7%, Indie 8.4%, 2D 8.1%, Singleplayer 3.8%

  55. #55 Lost Ruins
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 5,792 reviews2021
    Dev: ALTARI GAMESPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Anime 15.4%, Platformer 12%, Female Protagonist 11%, Action 9.9%

  56. #56 Eastward
    66% matchVery Positive84% of 16,596 reviews2021
    Dev: PixpilPub: Chucklefish
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.7%, RPG 21.7%, Adventure 13.5%, Action 13%, Cute 8.4%

  57. #57 Eve of Souls: Static Pod
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 508 reviews2019
    Dev: LighTea Fish Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    [The pod will break soon. Will she survive the nightmare or find the truth?]

    Why similar: RPG 25.6%, Female Protagonist 19.8%, Adventure 13.5%, Anime 12.4%, Indie 10.1%

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