- #1 UNSIGHT
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: C51 Games
Windows
Boundaries breached. Diplomacy failed. As a covert agent, infiltrate enemy lines and uncover a lethal secret. Plan your move, strike from the shadows, and survive the heat of action. If you fail, the world falls. UNSIGHT: Espionage in its purest, deadliest form.
Why similar: Cold War 31% ★, Stealth 21.7%, Tactical 15.5%, Military 11.7%, Shooter 9.8%
- #2 Red Tears: Angola
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Arun Haines
Windows
Red Tears is a dynamic Stealth-Action FPS set within a non-linear Open-World featuring brutal bush warfare. Employ guerrilla tactics, strike from the shadows, and endure violent gunfights to survive. Gather intel, loot resources, and fight boots on the ground in this Cold War-Era conflict.
Why similar: Cold War 31.8% ★, Nonlinear 12.4%, Stealth 12.2%, Military 8.6%, Tactical 8.1%
- #3 PunjiVR: The Vietnam War
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 129 reviews2022
Dev: Camden Cleveland
Windows
PunjiVR is an unforgiving tactical shooter set during the Vietnam War. Gameplay is non-linear, replayable, and intense. This is not just "another VR shooter" or a tech demo. The jungle wants you dead, will you give in?
Why similar: Cold War 38.1% ★, Tactical 13.2%, Military 12%, Stealth 10.7%, Nonlinear 10.1%
- #4 Dimensional Animals
95% matchVery Positive89% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: Marcos Game Dev
Windows
Five animal friends with unique abillities unite in this metroidvania adventure! You'll need to master each animal's skill to complete your quest! Play as the dog, duck, cat, frog and raccoon at the same time!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Cats 20.7%, Nonlinear 16.7%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Combat 7.7%
- #5 METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER
94% matchVery Positive84% of 17,743 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A remake of the 2004 game METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER, with the same gripping story and engrossing world, now with all new graphics and 3D audio that enhance the jungle atmosphere. Get ready for the ultimate survival stealth action experience.
Why similar: Cold War 40.8% ★, Stealth 23.4%, Military 11.9%, Tactical 10.3%, Story Rich 6%
- #6 The Milliner
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DirtyOnion
Windows
Explore a failed utopia, slaughter mindless and maniacal foes, and master slick movement in “The Milliner,” a noir gunslinging metroidvania. Your journey will be one of hardship, as a ruthless visionary known only as the Milliner will do everything in its power to stop you and all you stand for.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Nonlinear 18.7%, Gun Customization 18.2%, Shooter 10%, Exploration 6.2%
- #7 PLAN:B
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BAKSAL.Studio
Windows
A black cat pulls multiple triggers of revenge. Set, a feline mercenary with a massive bayonet, is haunted by her past and driven to avenge her fallen comrades. In a cyberpunk world of twelve races, she uncovers hidden truths through brutal action and vast Metroidvania exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Cats 21%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 10%, Action 7.9%
- #8 18 MINUTES
92% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Money Vault Games Fzco
Windows
18 Minutes is a single player FPS that combines stealthy precision with heart-pounding action. Engage in intense firefights, strategically infiltrate enemy base, and make split- second decision to outmaneuver enemy. Get ready for a gaming experience that offers the best of stealth and FPS action
Why similar: Cold War 43.6% ★, Stealth 16.9%, Shooter 11.3%, Military 10.9%, Tactical 7.9%
- #9 Society
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Comma Studio
Windows
Post-apocalyptic shooter in the CIS setting
Why similar: Gun Customization 31.1%, Metroidvania 28.9%, Open World 16.1%, Shooter 13.5%, Exploration 5.4%
- #10 Cold War
91% matchMixed70% of 295 reviews2014
Dev: Mindware StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Steal weapons. Improvise gadgets. Evade capture. Uncover the conspiracy.The Story:On the run and fighting for your life, you are freelance journalist Matt Carter. Twelve hours after arriving in Moscow for a routine story, you've been stripped of all possessions, beaten unconscious and thrown into the KGB's political prison.
Why similar: Cold War 58.1% ★, Stealth 33.3%, Action 8.6%
- #11 Jenny's Adventures
90% matchMixed67% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: Pranav Gaur
Windows
Play as a cat in this 2D world where you discover new abilities and paths to finally reach the summit. What's there? Even I don't know. Yet. Oh, it now has local co-op.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Nonlinear 18.5%, Cats 16%, Platformer 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.1%
- #12 Bruma
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 4HA Games Studio SpA
Windows
Experience the mysterious journey of a cat searching for the memories of her friend, an old lady who has lost them.
Why similar: Cats 27.3%, Metroidvania 23.5%, Stealth 12.6%, Nonlinear 10.9%, Platformer 7.5%
- #13 The Celestial Seeker
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VinciWare
Windows
Irata, a space bounty hunter is caught in a galactic conflict. A rogue federation seeks the fragments of the Eternium Core, an advanced chip that commands all defense systems in the solar system. In this sci-fi Metroidvania, explore, fight, and upgrade your way to stop the enemy and save the galaxy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Nonlinear 17.4%, Open World 9.8%, Space 9.7%, Platformer 8.7%
- #14 Legendary Knight
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WebsatGame
Windows
Prepare for a brutal metroidvania where a legendary knight battles monsters to save his land. Explore dangerous labyrinths and castles, fight enemies, and craft powerful gear with the help of the Mage, Alchemist, and Treasure Hunter. Ready for epic adventures?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Gun Customization 22.6%, Nonlinear 15.9%, Open World 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #15 Star Rift Saga
87% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Vela LLC
Windows
Embark on a Metroidvanian journey across a mysterious alien world where every ability unlocks new secrets and every corner hides danger or discovery. Fight enemies and bosses across multiple biomes, collect items and skills on your quest, and upgrade yourself and even the outpost itself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Gun Customization 26.9%, Platformer 8.8%, Space 7.4%, Exploration 6.9%
- #16 Kairo: Lore of the Magic
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gatoware, LLC
Windows
Guide Kairo throughout this exciting and challenging metroidvania adventure. Defeat enemies, solve mysteries, learn skills and restore peace back to the kingdom of Haamit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Cats 31.9%, Nonlinear 15.9%, Story Rich 4.8%, Combat 4.6%
- #17 Zebulon: A Lost Cat
86% matchPositive100% of 28 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: Cats 29.1%, Metroidvania 27.7%, Nonlinear 11%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Platformer 8.9%
- #18 Piroot
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Frank Force Games
Windows
Journey to the center of the planet in Piroot, an open world adventure! Explore and survive as a shipwreck's lonely survivor. What secrets lie at the planet's core, and can you trust the voice leading you there?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Nonlinear 16.4%, Open World 12%, Platformer 9%, Shooter 8.5%
- #19 PorBor
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brett CrayfishPub: Brett Crayfish
Windows
PorBor is a metroidvania set in a mutated civilization due to a past destructive event. Slash through enemies to form a collectable substance, forcing you to engage with close and quick combat. Explore this varied overgrown world as Bor to prevent another event, and learn about the mind of a god...
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Nonlinear 13.7%, Platformer 10.2%, Exploration 10%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
- #20 Pigbook
84% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Karlis ZabersPub: team BitClub
Windows
A short metroidvania platformer game about a small island of pigs drawn into the worldly events of a new world ruled by a Corporation of a Dragon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Cats 19.2%, Nonlinear 17.6%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D Platformer 6.8%
- #21 LUNARIS
83% 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 33.2%, Cats 18%, Platformer 10.7%, Combat 9.9%, Exploration 7.6%
- #22 Gato Roboto
82% matchVery Positive94% of 5,104 reviews2019
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 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 41.4%, Cats 30.9%, Platformer 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Action 5.1%
- #23 Call of Duty®: Black Ops Cold War
81% matchMostly Positive80% of 22,421 reviews2023
Dev: TreyarchPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 40.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Black Ops Cold War, the direct sequel to Call of Duty®: Black Ops, will drop fans into the depths of the Cold War’s volatile geopolitical battle of the early 1980s.
Why similar: Cold War 48.2% ★, Gun Customization 15.5%, Military 13.1%, Shooter 9.5%, Tactical 7.6%
- #24 Isostasy
82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Peter J HopkinsPub: Gravel Studios Games
Windows
A 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania platformer with 8-bit NES-style graphics and sound. Find weapon upgrades and other power-ups that allow you to explore an open world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Gun Customization 24.3%, Nonlinear 14.7%, Platformer 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #25 Phaze Shift
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lord Mango Games
Windows
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Nonlinear 16.5%, Platformer 9.7%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Open World 8.7%
- #26 Crypt Custodian
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,896 reviews2024
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Cats 25.4%, Nonlinear 14.1%, Exploration 7.8%, Platformer 7.3%
- #27 Pod's Itty Bitty Adventure
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: keyofw
Windows
"Pod's Itty Bitty Adventure" is a short retro-themed open-world Metroidvania platformer that prioritizes movement and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Nonlinear 20.9%, Open World 13.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
- #28 Catto Chateau
79% matchNo user reviews2026
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 31.3%, Cats 19.8%, Nonlinear 16.2%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #29 Echoes of Nox
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Orange Party
Windows
Explore the Echoes of Nox amongst the war between 3 factions of robots. Uncover new tools and take territory as the dynamically changing rooms switch hands between the different AIs and yourself. Reveal the secrets of the past and discover why you alone were left in this station.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Exploration 10.2%, Platformer 10%, Open World 8.3%
- #30 Quarion
76% matchVery Positive94% of 159 reviews2025
Dev: ZejoantPub: Bootleg Bytes
Windows · Linux
A short 2D pixel-style metroidvania where you explore, fight bosses, aquire items and abilities and find secrets. Inspired by games such as You Have to Win the Game and VVVVVV.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Nonlinear 24.3%, Platformer 9%, Exploration 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #31 Grav1ty
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eduardo MachadoPub: Eduardo Machado
Windows
Discover an enigmatic universe. Explore diverse biomes, face ancient guardians, and uncover hidden secrets in this captivating 2D pixel art platformer. Embark on an unforgettable cosmic odyssey!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Space 11%, Open World 11%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10%
- #32 Cathedral: Crow's Curse
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set in the same universe as Cathedral, but with its own story and style, Cathedral: Crow's Curse is an action-adventure with tight combat and a focus on exploration. Parry, dodge and fight your way through numerous enemies in a rich detailed world as you uncover the events leading up to Cathedral.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Stealth 23.9%, Combat 10.1%, Platformer 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
- #33 METAL GEAR SOLID V: GROUND ZEROES
77% matchVery Positive85% of 17,911 reviews2014
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
World-renowned Kojima Productions brings the Metal Gear Solid franchise to Steam with METAL GEAR SOLID V: GROUND ZEROES. Play as the legendary hero Snake and infiltrate a Cuban military base to rescue the hostages. Can you make it out alive?
Why similar: Stealth 42.9%, Tactical 18.1%, Cold War 11.5% ★, Open World 8.6%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #34 Ex Vitro
75% matchVery Positive94% of 146 reviews2024
Dev: Evolver Dynamics
Windows
EX VITRO is a dark sci-fi 2D platformer where you delve into the ruins of a military research facility and discover the horrors within. Whether machine, creature, or something else entirely, you’ll face the violent legacy of the last survivors of humanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Nonlinear 18.6%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 8.8%
- #35 Montezuma's Revenge - Director's Cut
75% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Normal Distribution LLC
Windows
The long-awaited "Director's Cut" version of Montezuma's Revenge, envisioned and programmed by the original developer. It's the super-charged conclusion of the classic puzzle solving action-adventure platformer you loved in your youth! Finally, you will fight King Montezuma!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Nonlinear 17.6%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11%, Open World 9.5%
- #36 Blaster Bunny Sacrilege
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Powergames1142
Windows
Our protagonist wakes up without remembering anything about her life. Your objective in the adventure will be to remember what you did to lose it, and who knows... Maybe you will discover the dark secrets of humanity that SHE don't want you to know.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Shooter 15.2%, Platformer 12.1%, Space 9%, Action 8.2%
- #37 The Tale of Azu
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: paaz
Windows
"The Tale of Azu" combines the deep exploration of a Metroidvania with the endless challenges of a Roguelite. Become the brave cat, Azu, explore a world inspired by Korean mythology, fight evil-infested yokai, grow alongside helpful allies, and uncover the secrets of the mythical world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Cats 27.9%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 7.3%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #38 Dewdrop Dynasty
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GoodgisPub: Firith Studio
Windows · Linux
Gun-jump your way through a buzzing world full of quirky monsters, tricky puzzles, and outlandish bosses in this fast-paced, lighthearted Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Nonlinear 15%, Open World 11.2%, Platformer 9.9%, Shooter 8.1%
- #39 Alekhine's Gun
76% matchMixed62% of 520 reviews2016
Dev: Haggard GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
It is the height of the Cold War, a time of global uncertainty and civil unrest. You are Agent Alekhine, a highly skilled Russian assassin, driven by a moral compass that leads you headfirst into a covert operation unsanctioned by the country you previously served.
Why similar: Cold War 53.7% ★, Stealth 37.6%, Action 5.6%, Adventure 3.2%
- #40 Chiaroscuro
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlackberryKinPub: BlackberryStudio
Windows · Mac
Chiaroscuro is a 2D adventure platformer with metroidvania elements. Explore a world that has fallen into darkness and discover the Lights to illuminate your forgotten past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Nonlinear 17.2%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 7.8%, Open World 7.5%
- #41 Kryh Explorer
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Terminal Game Studios
Windows
Explore the world of the crystal-mining creatures, the Kryh, Meet other alien races, improve your equipments and customize your burrow. Great adventures are waiting in Kryh Explorer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Nonlinear 18.4%, Space 16.7%, Exploration 8%, 2D Platformer 6.9%
- #42 The Continuum
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mega Raccoon Games
Windows
Delve into 'The Continuum', a stealth-action platformer intertwined with resource management, set in an interstellar war. You will utilize high -tech alien gadgets, and strategic planning to rescue allies, disrupt an almighty enemy Hivemind, and manage your resources as you navigate the cosmos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.8%, Stealth 21.1%, Space 14.7%, Tactical 13.8%, Platformer 8.3%
- #43 Amalu, Wells between worlds
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: IndieTech Studio
Windows
Amalu: Wells Between Worlds is a pixel-art 2D platformer, and Metroidvania blending Atmospheric exploration, Spell-casting puzzle mechanics, Amazigh/North African mythology and an emotional storytelling
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Nonlinear 17.1%, Exploration 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 10.1%
- #44 Chegra: The Lost Recipe
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ciderheart Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Nonlinear 18.1%, Exploration 9.6%, Story Rich 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #45 Derelict Star
69% matchVery Positive95% of 111 reviews2026
Dev: gatePub: Luminous Tree Games
Windows · Mac
A precise momentum-based platformer that emphasizes exploration and navigation puzzles. Run and jump your way through a wide variety of obstacles and challenges as you explore an abandoned derelict freighter. Be careful: getting in is often easier than getting out!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Nonlinear 18.5%, Space 12.1%, Platformer 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.2%
- #46 The Forbidden Forest
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Studios
Windows
Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Nonlinear 17.2%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Open World 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #47 Cold Ground
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Pedro Henrique Baretta
Windows
Save the homeland of Dalina on an one-man army mission in this MSX-inspired action RPG.
Why similar: Cold War 39.5% ★, Shooter 12.3%, Military 11.9%, Stealth 7.7%, Exploration 7.6%
- #48 Lyden Lys
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Løftet
Windows
Lyden Lys is a knowledge-based metroidvania about an existential journey through a lost homeland. Control the surroundings through music, explore a smoldering world, discover what happened to your people, decide the fate of your successors, and find yourself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Cats 19.7%, Nonlinear 16.2%, Platformer 9.2%, Exploration 7.7%
- #49 Rebel Transmute
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 275 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 27.2%, Space 14.7%, Nonlinear 14.5%, Combat 8.2%, Platformer 6.9%
- #50 A Simple Expurriment
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Flat Voxel
Windows
A combat-free metroidvania with puzzles, stealth and genetically modified kittens. Help a cat mom rescue her abducted children by doing typical, not-so-typical and definitely atypical cat things: run walls up and down, turn to liquid and rearrange parts of the alien ship like pieces of a puzzle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Cats 29.1%, Stealth 18%, 2D Platformer 7.9%, Exploration 7.8%
- #51 A Game with a Kitty 1 & Darkside Adventures
70% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: origamihero games
Windows
Foil a little nerd's world domination plans with Kittey in A Game with a Kitty 1 and help a grumpy little Archchancellor solve a mystery in Darkside Adventures! And as a bonus, the collection also features Treasure Hunter Man 1.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Nonlinear 23.7%, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Multiple Endings 8.2%
- #52 Tiny Adventure Game
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: teunu
Windows
Join Tiny as he starts his first adventure. Unlock abilities, explore ancient civilisations, and descent into dark caverns or climb the mountain peaks. Tumble, run and hide from dangerous foes, or befriend and fight alongside Tiny's greatest idols.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Stealth 24.8%, Nonlinear 8.4%, Platformer 7.7%, 2D Platformer 7.5%
- #53 METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version
66% matchVery Positive89% of 6,569 reviews2023
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is the origin story of Naked Snake and his mentor The Boss and the fifth title in the METAL GEAR series.
Why similar: Cold War 42.6% ★, Stealth 25.4%, Tactical 8.9%, Exploration 6.9%, Action 5.1%
- #54 Ascent DX
66% matchVery Positive99% of 279 reviews2025
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 10.6%, Open World 10.2%, Multiple Endings 7.3%
- #55 Mable & The Wood
70% matchMixed56% of 86 reviews2019
Dev: Triplevision GamesPub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hunt down massive beasts and, upon destroying them, shapeshift into their forms in order to use their powers to save or destroy the world. Players with less violent intent can find secret paths to complete Mable without killing anything, including bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Nonlinear 17.9%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9%, Exploration 7.7%
- #56 JOHN FURY'S FIRST FURY
67% match4 user reviews0% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Wyatt Everett
Windows
JOHN FURY'S FIRST FURY is a 2d adventure game. Your adventure will bring you across the landscapes of Russia to make it to a secret communist lab where they're conducting dangerous experiments. You'll have use what you find to help you along your journey against many different enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Shooter 15.2%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action 9.7%
- #57 100 Pumpkins 2
67% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Jeremiah Stilts
Windows · Linux
Explore, solve puzzles, and fight your way through over 100 screens and return your pumpkin pals!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Nonlinear 21.7%, Open World 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 9%
- #58 Mercury
68% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Atomic Isotope Studios
Windows
Mercury is postmodern sci-fi first-person shooter set in the year 2052 where you take the role of a Mercury agent of the Special Operations Command Center undergoing tremendous missions in an effort to stop the development of a super weapon by the Soviets.
Why similar: Cold War 52.4% ★, Shooter 14.6%, Military 14.2%, Action 8.4%, Combat 6.3%
- #59 Treasure Adventure Game
68% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2021
Dev: Robit Games
Windows
Treasure Adventure Game casts you in the role of a young boy who lands on an island that is a fragment of what was once a continent, destroyed in the war between a demon and a wizard.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Nonlinear 16.7%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 10.6%, Open World 9%
- #60 House of Shadow
67% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: High Clarity Games
Windows
House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Nonlinear 18.3%, Exploration 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, 2D Platformer 7.1%