Games Like ROLLING STAR

The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!

Why similar: Platformer 33.1%, Sci-fi 18%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Cute 9.9%, Action 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers high-speed, exhilarating platforming and vibrant, cartoon-inspired visuals that fans of Rolling Star will love.

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, Platformer 18.5%, 2D Platformer 12%, Cute 9.2%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the cute, lighthearted tone and fluid platforming exploration found in Rolling Star.

Shantae's adventure comes full circle in this long-lost sequel!

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Platformer 11.3%, Cute 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its humor, cute protagonist, and polished exploration, this fits the lighthearted spirit of the seed game perfectly.

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 53.1%, Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Action 6.9%, Cute 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming sci-fi Metroidvania featuring a cat in a mech suit that mirrors the cute yet action-packed nature of the seed game.

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 49.4%, Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Action 7.4%, 2D 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a strong narrative and beautiful pixel art, blending challenging platforming with a distinct, memorable personality.

Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Platformer 10.7%, Cute 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, sci-fi Metroidvania that focuses on exploration and cute character design, much like Rolling Star.

Swing, jump, and blast through dimensions in the follow-up to the critically-acclaimed 2D action-platformer Grapple Dog. Zip between action-packed worlds as Pablo and Luna team up to save the cosmos in their own unique ways.

Why similar: Collectathon 25.2%, 2D Platformer 16%, Platformer 13.8%, Cartoony 10.8%, Comedy 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans into the collectathon and platforming aspects of the seed game with a vibrant, dog-themed cosmic adventure.

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Robots 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, sci-fi-themed Metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and satisfying combat in a charming pixel-art world.

Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 15.2%, Action 8.9%, Sci-fi 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi Metroidvania that emphasizes discovery and unique movement abilities within a mysterious, interconnected world.

SteamWorld Dig is back! Dig deep, gain riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld in this platform mining adventure influenced by classic Metroidvania style games.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.5%, Platformer 20.3%, Robots 8.6%, Action 7.1%, 2D 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished sci-fi adventure that excels at rewarding exploration and satisfying movement mechanics.

Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, Platformer 22.3%, Action 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 2D 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired sci-fi adventure that balances vehicle-based exploration with on-foot platforming action.

Full of hilarious dialogue and comical encounters! A super exhilarating Metroidvania action game!!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Comic Book 14.4%, Cartoony 10.5%, Cute 7.2%, Comedy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, side-scrolling Metroidvania that emphasizes action and exploration with a lighthearted, anime-inspired aesthetic.

"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 46.2%, Platformer 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, 2D 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, cute, and atmospheric Metroidvania that offers tight combat and exploration in a detailed pixel-art world.

Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Platformer 15.2%, Cartoony 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Comedy 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a humorous, cartoon-inspired art style and fast-paced action that aligns well with the seed game's tone.

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 46.3%, Platformer 17.4%, Cute 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, cute Metroidvania that combines bullet-hell combat with extensive exploration and platforming.

From the renowned development studio WayForward Technologies, Inc. (Shantae, River City Girls, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp) comes Yars Rising, a 2D action adventure exploration of one of Atari’s richest, and best known classic titles.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Comic Book 15.4%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 12.4%, Cute 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern sci-fi Metroidvania that blends exploration with unique hacking-based gameplay mechanics.

Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, Platformer 16.5%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 7%

Why You'll Like It: An incredibly fast-paced platformer that rewards precision and speed, capturing the exhilarating movement of Rolling Star.

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 35.1%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Cute 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, action-heavy Metroidvania that focuses on exploration and platforming in a charming, colorful world.

Players will help a white-robed girl and her friends uncover the truth of the planet using unique dash gameplay. The storyline is fully voiced by renowned actors, with meticulously designed levels and energetic music for you to enjoy!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.4%, Platformer 19.5%, Space 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Cute 11%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich precision platformer that shares the sci-fi, pixel-art aesthetic of the seed game.

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 37.9%, Platformer 12%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Space 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi Metroidvania that focuses on exploration and challenging boss encounters with a distinct pixel-art aesthetic.

Launch into the ultimate head trip as you blast through psychotic robots in a retro 70's sci-fi action adventure from Double Fine Productions. It is a world of automation, a utopia gone wrong in which all of humanity have transferred their minds into robotic imposter bodies and are ruled by a computer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Sci-fi 18.5%, Platformer 18.2%, Comedy 10.2%, Action 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi Metroidvania that uses humor and a unique body-swapping mechanic to create a fun, memorable experience.

A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

Why similar: Metroidvania 60.8%, Platformer 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 7.5%, Female Protagonist 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, adventure-focused Metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and item collection.

Cosmos Bit is an old school metroidvania that will take you in an extraterrestrial world painted with the legendary Amstrad CPC's colour palette, reworked for modern devices. The game is enjoyable for both veterans and newbies of this genre!

Why similar: Platformer 24.7%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Space 14%, Action 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, sci-fi-themed platformer that captures the retro, pixel-art charm of the seed game.

Frauki's Adventure is a challenging melee-combat platformer set in a large, interconnected world. Dodge, slash, stomp, and outplay a variety of intelligent and deadly Alien Robots. Discover shortcuts and find hidden upgrades. Challenging sword-fights and a sprawling, bizarre world await!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 14.6%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Cute 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, action-packed Metroidvania that features challenging combat and a vibrant, expressive art style.

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: 2D Platformer 29.8%, Platformer 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Metroidvania 9%, Action 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on platforming challenges within a Metroidvania framework, offering a high level of movement freedom.

Sect-Machina is a fluid, atmospheric bug-themed metroidvania rendered in a vibrant 2D pixelated style, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in its combat, characters, environments, sound, and story.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Action 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A casual action-adventure game that offers a fun, platforming-focused experience with a unique visual style.

Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.2%, Platformer 20.4%, Cute 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, 2D 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, folklore-inspired Metroidvania that features deep exploration and a charming, hand-drawn aesthetic.

Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 13.1%, Aliens 8%, Sci-fi 7.2%

Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.8%, Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, 2D 6.1%, Cute 4.8%

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 59.8%, Platformer 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Action 4.8%, Sci-fi 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi Metroidvania that rewards curiosity and exploration with a retro, pixel-art style.

Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, Platformer 30.8%, Action 9.3%, Cute 6.6%, 2D 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully remastered classic that features cute transformation mechanics and satisfying platforming exploration.

Experience the tale of a cheerful girl and a grouchy talking hat in this charming Metroidvania, where every ability is hat-based! Throw the hat to attack enemies, teleport to him to make perilous leaps, and fly him through narrow tunnels of spikes as you escape a dangerous magic forest.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 11%, Cartoony 9.1%, Cute 8.8%

Planet Diver is about an adventurous daredevil tackling her newest obsession: Interstellar wing suit diving. With her close robotic companion Buddy she'll travel across space to seek out the most dangerous planets and their respective chasms to dive in.

Why similar: Action 28.9%, Sci-fi 27.7%, Pixel Graphics 26%, Funny 8.9%, Female Protagonist 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, arcade-style action game that features a cute protagonist and vibrant, pixelated visuals.

A NEW interactive animated adventure! In this action-adventure game, Arzette must explore the Kingdom of Faramore, slay fearsome foes, acquire powerful items, discover secrets, assist colorful characters, and defeat the evil Daimur!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Platformer 15.9%, Comedy 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

A sidescrolling sextroidvania shtomp-em-up where you play as an alien girl with the power to absorb objects and grow larger!

Why similar: Aliens 24.9%, Platformer 22.1%, Comedy 13.5%, Sci-fi 13.5%, Action 7.4%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Platformer 20.1%, Action 7.6%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Space 7%

The crazy comedy anime Null & Peta has been reborn as a thumb-threatening action adventure! Featuring sisterly cooperation, gorgeous event CGs—and plenty of secrets to explore!?

Why similar: Action 30.8%, Metroidvania 29.4%, Robots 17.9%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Cute 10.5%

Grab, throw, eat, and UTTERLY WRECK everything using a mind-controlled spork in this quirky, story-driven, console-styled platforming dramedy. With an emphasis on variety and a grand sense of adventure, Psycutlery offers a surprising full-course meal, despite all unassuming appearances...

Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.1%, Platformer 22.1%, Cartoony 12.6%, Cute 11.3%, 2D 6.7%

The River City Girls are back! Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki - joined by newcomers Marian and Provie - hit the streets for an all-new beat-'em-up adventure! Team up for local or online co-op and explore a massive world packed with new abilities, enemies, locations, and more!

Why similar: Collectathon 32.2%, Comic Book 21.9%, Comedy 10.3%, Cute 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

A wacky metroidvania. ⚡ Meet weird characters, unlock new abilities and complete a mysterious mission . . .

Why similar: Action 48.1%, Metroidvania 42.5%, Cute 9.4%

Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, Platformer 25.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Cute 5%, Female Protagonist 4.7%

The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!

Why similar: Platformer 28.4%, 2D Platformer 27.5%, Action 15%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.6%

Super Alloy Ranger is a 2D side-scrolling action game. Play as Marksman Kelly or Combat Robot No.2 to challenge different levels within the dangerous Machine Empire and unlock new weapons. Use Kelly’s shooting and No.2’s deathblows to defeat abnormal Machine Bosses!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 38.9%, Sci-fi 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 19.3%, Action 18.9%, Female Protagonist 1.5%

A retro story-rich metroidvania filled with unique and diverse abilities, and quirky, charming aliens and demons. Algol is witness to a catastrophe that sends the universe into disarray, uncover a mysterious evil plot and find many hidden rooms that test your skills.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Cartoony 18.5%, Cute 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Space 9.5%

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.4%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Action 6.2%

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: Platformer 40.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Action 10.4%, 2D 9.4%, Aliens 8.3%

A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!

Why similar: Platformer 19.9%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Space 13.8%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Comedy 13.1%

Enter 'Genopanic: Prologue,' the beginning of a dynamic story in a Metroidvania-style experience! Wield a plasma cutter, team up with your virtual dog LAIK, outsmart the cunning cat-girl AI VOLGA, uncover the secrets of Dark Matter, and delve into DNA experiments in a galactic adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Robots 21.1%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Cute 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%

BE WILD! BE WONDERFUL! BE-WITCHING!

Why similar: Platformer 24%, 2D Platformer 23.2%, Comedy 19.5%, Cute 15.2%, Action 7.1%

Explore the unique and wacky world of SUNSOFT's Ufouria in this exploration-based side-scrolling game. The levels' terrain change each time you play with new secrets to explore. Be charmed, comforted and tickled by the fluffy felt-like remake of the strange-but-cute world of Ufouria!

Why similar: Metroidvania 55.7%, Action 20.8%, Cute 12.5%, Comedy 11%

"The Superfluous" [soo-pur-floo-uh s] A cave-diving, sci-fi, rogue-lite, platformer with jet packs and lots of explosions. Help stop an apocalyptic asteroid on collision course with Earth. Lead a squad to the center of the asteroid and blast it into space dust.

Why similar: Platformer 31.9%, Sci-fi 19.6%, Action 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, 2D 9.9%

RUBATO, an experimental, 2D physics-based take on the collect-a-thon genre!

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Collectathon 27.6%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Platformer 8%, Dark Humor 6.2%

A nostalgic metroidvania adventure with insane weapons, skills, and pixel gore. Ride your BMX and blast your enemies as you discover the secrets of the Wasteland.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Platformer 10.7%, Comedy 9.3%, Dark Humor 9.1%

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: Metroidvania 27.7%, Action 25.2%, Pixel Graphics 23.1%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Cute 6.5%

Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Sci-fi 8.1%

Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.1%, Platformer 22.2%, Cartoony 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Action 7.2%

Join the enigmatic Starfarers as they traverse the cosmos in this unique dual-character action roguelite, unraveling the mysteries of their galaxy and beyond in pursuit of the Voyager.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 32.4%, Space 28.1%, 2D 18.7%, Action 15.7%, Female Protagonist 5.2%

Join KinnikuNeko, a cat with a bodybuilder's body, in this fun 2D platformer and fight against the mysterious alien invasion. A story full of goofy humor, friendship, drama and action. Its aesthetics are a love letter to 90s anime along with an unforgettable soundtrack.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Comic Book 16.9%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 13.2%, Cartoony 7.8%

Bite into Romancelvania, a darkly comic genre mashup, combining side-scrolling action and tongue-in-cheek romance into one completely absurd and unforgettable adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, Platformer 19.3%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Comedy 11.7%, Action 5.6%