- #1 Crowsworn
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Souls-like 16.6%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Platformer 8%
- #2 THE DARK DWELLERS
96% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: COLNELIUS
Windows
In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.3%, Souls-like 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Difficult 9.1%
- #3 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 129 reviews2025
Dev: Brewed GamesPub: 1312 Interactive
Windows
Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.2%, Souls-like 15.3%, Hack and Slash 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
- #4 Steel Flood
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Egobounds
Windows
Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 20.7%, Platformer 9.6%, Difficult 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
- #5 Pale Cinder
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OcO
Windows
Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, Souls-like 19.9%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, Dark 8.2%
- #6 Enemies Within
94% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: BoomSqueak
Windows
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Souls-like 18.3%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Difficult 7.9%, Platformer 7.3%
- #7 GRIME
93% matchVery Positive85% of 6,299 reviews2021
Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Souls-like 18.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Platformer 8.1%
- #8 Custodian: Beginning of the End
92% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2021
Dev: Red-Pixel
Windows
Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 17.7%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Difficult 7.9%
- #9 A Handful of Dust
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BVS Studios
Windows
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 15.1%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Swordplay 8.7% ★, Action-Adventure 7%
- #10 Shieldbound
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Bangers
Windows
Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 19.3%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Difficult 9.2%, Platformer 9%
- #11 DEVIATOR
90% matchMixed68% of 988 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 20.9%, Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, Side Scroller 6.8%
- #12 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
89% matchVery Positive92% of 3,067 reviews2024
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 8.4 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 22.4%, Souls-like 15.8%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Platformer 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #13 Beholgar 2
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
The barbarian warrior Beholgar returns — and this time, his enemies are otherworldly! Deep beneath the earth, the mighty Djinn King stirs. To prevent his rise and save the world from eternal darkness, Beholgar embarks on a quest for a legendary, ancient sword.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.2%, Souls-like 14.9%, Swordplay 12.5% ★, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Side Scroller 10.7%
- #14 Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pixel Beer Games
Windows
Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 18.2%, Swordplay 12.9% ★, Difficult 9.5%, Side Scroller 8.7%
- #15 3000th Duel
88% matchMostly Positive72% of 623 reviews2019
Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Souls-like 17.7%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%
- #16 Foregone
86% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 17.8%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Platformer 10.8%, Difficult 8.5%
- #17 Human vs Food
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OdGames
Windows
Human vs Food is a challenging action platformer game set in a world where food has taken over the world. In battle, you will have to destroy food a lot and skillfully. Explore 100 levels, play as 6 different characters with different skills. Save the world!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Souls-like 19.9%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Dark 5.3%
- #18 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
85% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: Innocent Soul
Windows
Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 21%, Difficult 10.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 8%
- #19 Loreninha Paints Dreams and Rainbows
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Eminho & Lorena Team
Windows · Linux
A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 21.7%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 7.4%, Dark 7%
- #20 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
83% matchVery Positive83% of 1,162 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.2%, Souls-like 17.1%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Difficult 8.5%
- #21 WarriOrb: Prologue
84% matchVery Positive88% of 399 reviews2019
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Souls-like 19.2%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Difficult 9.2%
- #22 Palace of a Thousand Curses
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Scruffy Dog Games
Windows
Parry and thrust your way into a 2.5D action platformer with a unique style-based combat system. As you explore hidden passageways and duel strange creatures, you will need all of your swashbuckling panache to survive.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.6%, Swordplay 18.5% ★, Souls-like 15.2%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Hack and Slash 7.7%
- #23 Kingless Dungeon
81% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: G3 Studio
Windows
《Kingless Dungeon》 is a 2D hack and slash platformer where you control the Shadow Prince, a warrior with no memory. Fight undead enemies, discover your skills, and explore this deep dungeons filled with traps and secrets. Can you reclaim your memories and escape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Side Scroller 15%, Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
- #24 Undying Hare
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 妖妖酒
Windows
Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 17.1%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Swordplay 11.4% ★, Platformer 7.2%
- #25 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
79% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2026
Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
Windows
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Souls-like 19.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Hack and Slash 10.6%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #26 Momogatari
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sentori Studio
Windows
Explore the Yomi world with a sacred weapon that can change sword types. Fight different "Yokai" and challenge the "Kami" of this world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 16.1%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, Platformer 7.1%, Difficult 7%
- #27 Crownless
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Wallnut
Windows
Carry your life as a fragile crown in Crownless! An epic action adventure built for exploration and punchy combat. Explore a vast hand-crafted 2D world, uncover forgotten realms, and dash, swim, and forge your way through the unknown.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Souls-like 21.1%, Platformer 12.6%, Exploration 7.1%, Dark 5.2%
- #28 Misspell
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
Windows
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 12.8%, Platformer 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #29 Mother's Sword
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsitle
Windows
Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.8%, Metroidvania 27.6%, Hack and Slash 9.3%, Swordplay 8.3% ★, Platformer 6.7%
- #30 Being and Becoming
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Souls-like 20.6%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Platformer 9.2%
- #31 The Lost Key
77% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
Dev: AmmashDev
Windows
You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 18.2%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #32 Emberbane
76% 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 21.7%, Souls-like 14.5%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 9%
- #33 Runic Curse Remastered
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Souls-like 23%, Side Scroller 7.7%, Platformer 7.3%, Fantasy 5.5%
- #34 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
75% matchVery Positive92% of 231 reviews2025
Dev: Volkolak Team
Windows
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 19.2%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 8.4%
- #35 Trizna
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Leniv & Bezdaren
Windows
“Trizna” is a classic plot-driven 2.5D metroidvania filled with intense battles utilizing the unique features of weapons, evasions, parries, and counterattacks. Explore the mysterious and eerie realm deeply intertwined with pagan beliefs, with blade, magic and a keen mind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.5%, Souls-like 16.4%, Swordplay 14% ★, Side Scroller 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
- #36 Akatori
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast Games
Windows
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 19.6%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Difficult 9.3%, Platformer 8.7%
- #37 The Light of the Darkness: Renascence
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
Windows
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 21.6%, Souls-like 16.2%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Difficult 9.3%
- #38 Bitlands
74% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: ByteForge
Windows
Platform across strange, magical terrain while meeting even stranger friends and enemies! Discover the history behind the Bitlands, and unlock new allies and powers to traverse the dangerous worlds of the Bitlands, and restore peace to a broken kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Exploration 7.1%
- #39 Unbound: Worlds Apart
73% matchVery Positive84% of 1,299 reviews2021
Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Souls-like 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%
- #40 TOOK: The Immortal Hero
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 257 reviews2023
Dev: 豆豆萌萌兔
Windows
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 23.7%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Swordplay 14.6% ★, Platformer 7.4%, Dark 6.2%
- #41 Go Alone
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: orobi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 25.5%, Exploration 6.9%, Action-Adventure 5.7%, Dark 5.4%
- #42 DREIFRAME
71% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: MrDrone
Windows
Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Souls-like 23.7%, Platformer 10.7%, Difficult 10.5%, Exploration 4.2%
- #43 LUNARIS
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Richard BuenoPub: Two Void Studios
Windows
LUNARIS is a 2D metroidvania with fast and fluid combat. Defeat brutal bosses, unlock new abilities. Master jumps, dashes, and precise strikes as you traverse the dangerous ruins of the Mountains of Kaliman in an adrenaline-filled abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Souls-like 16.3%, Platformer 10.8%, Difficult 9.5%, Hack and Slash 7.8%
- #44 Midpoint
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frandy
Windows
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 24.3%, Souls-like 21.5%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Platformer 10%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #45 Elysian Echoes
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grinding Crow
Windows
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Souls-like 19.8%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #46 Solateria
68% matchVery Positive85% of 331 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
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 26.9%, Souls-like 22.6%, Difficult 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Platformer 7.7%
- #47 Dimension Rift Zero
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MrDyvik
Windows
Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 22.6%, Difficult 10.9%, Platformer 10.9%, Exploration 5.9%
- #48 Umbra Sepulcri
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dead Pixel Games
Windows
You are a necromancer. The souls of the dead are your weapon. Push the limits of your combat skills in this story-driven, action packed Metroidvania. Enter in a dark world, where the sun's rays no longer heat up and evil creatures roam free in the night.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Souls-like 18.7%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Difficult 8.7%
- #49 Eden's Guardian
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Voragine Game Studio
Windows
Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 19.3%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%
- #50 Lamp Chronicle
71% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Pixellica Corp.
Windows
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Souls-like 20.9%, Side Scroller 13%, Platformer 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%
- #51 PROFANA
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pyromaniky
Windows
Hack’n’Slash your way to victory in this over-the-top action metroidvania. You are an angel tasked with one mission: infiltrate Hell, find the Devil and bring him to justice. Explore different hellscapes, find amazing new weapons and sanctify all demons with SSSadistic combos in Profana!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Platformer 8.6%, Difficult 8.3%
- #52 Last Souls
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ruben Wihler
Windows · Mac
Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 20.8%, Platformer 9.6%, Difficult 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%
- #53 Gedda Cake
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flannel Bear Games
Windows · Mac
Gedda Cake is a metroidvania about Dragons and Cakes. Play as 6 characters with unique skills and playstyles, swap between them on the fly, battle dangerous foes and explore the vast sugar-coated lands of Sugria. Help them reclaim their invaded world and get The Cake!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 21.3%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Difficult 10.1%, Platformer 10%
- #54 HunterX: code name T
68% matchVery Positive88% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 19.6%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Platformer 10.2%
- #55 UROS: A Trip Through Shadows
70% matchMixed59% of 63 reviews2021
Dev: Oniric KittensPub: ESAT
Windows
Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 20.8%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Platformer 10.3%
- #56 Ashen Daughter
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blue Bichon Game Studio
Windows · Linux
Battle corrupted emissaries, explore a mythical world, and sacrifice health for power in this hand-drawn Metroidvania. With tight, responsive controls, guide Kára on a journey of grief, vengeance, and forgiveness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 17.2%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Side Scroller 9.3%
- #57 Slumbering Feline
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: The Flavare
Windows · Linux
Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Can Momo find her way out of this dreamscape?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Souls-like 7.7%
- #58 Deepening Fire
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 628 reviews2023
Dev: VeryBigDogPub: Merlion Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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: Metroidvania 20.8%, Souls-like 19.5%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 8.7%
- #59 Lightward
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wolfbit Games
Windows · Mac
Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Souls-like 26%, Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Magic 5.7%
- #60 Warp Soldier
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mr. Thee
Windows
A 2D retro monochrome Metroidvania adorned with a vast array of melee combos, movement options, and most importantly, monsters!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Swordplay 18.5% ★, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Platformer 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%