- #1 Echoes of Nox
97% 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 33.6%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Post-apocalyptic 12%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #2 Sunken Sky
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Codenightly
Windows · Linux
Welcome to the world of Sunken Sky and get ready for an epic action adventure through a vast open world. No place is beyond your reach - from the tallest mountains to the very minds of others. Battle bizarre creatures and befriend even stranger people. All in a detailed, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Open World 10.8%, Platformer 9.8%
- #3 MindScape: Verenna
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CoLoJo Games
Windows
Prepare for an electrifying journey through a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk world with Nova. Unleash her extraordinary powers and confront ruthless factions to reclaim a world on the brink of chaos, and reforge the destiny of humanity. Are you ready to shape the future?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Post-apocalyptic 15.4%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Female Protagonist 11%, Platformer 9.5%
- #4 Project Atno
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Olsen Games LLC
Windows
Forge your own path through a derelict station in this fast-paced epic adventure. Navigate the labyrinthine behemoth, form alliances with survivors, and uncover the secrets behind the mystery that befell this place.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Platformer 11.8%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #5 Ghost Song
94% matchVery Positive83% of 1,404 reviews2022
Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Platformer 11.1%, Post-apocalyptic 10.2%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #6 Axiom Verge 2
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 907 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Female Protagonist 7.7%
- #7 Earthblade
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows
You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #8 EXIL
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mystic Clockwork Studio
Windows
A Mystical Anime-Inspired Metroidvania. Embark on an adventure through a mystical world full of magical creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.7%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Post-apocalyptic 16.5%, Action-Adventure 10%, Hand-drawn 5.6%
- #9 Spirit Fusion
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 14%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 10%, Hand-drawn 6.6%
- #10 Heart Forth, Alicia
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alonso Martin
Windows · Mac · Linux
A terror in the sky is bent on exterminating a young wizard and her loved ones. Featuring a riveting and sinister story, set out to explore a vast world in this modern Metroidvania RPG, filled with devious monsters, lethal dungeons, creative puzzles, lively towns & many uncharted wonders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Post-apocalyptic 11.7%, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #11 Spike Schema
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Summer Tree Fort Games
Windows · Linux
A metroidvania for the rest of us: casual and fun rather than frustrating and challenging, that is, if you have the wits to employ strategic approaches.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Platformer 13.8%, Post-apocalyptic 12.8%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Open World 7.2%
- #12 Caesura
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: No Bananas Studio
Windows
Explore caves, forest, and clouds to discover new secrets in the mysterious world of Caesura. A rhythm driven, hand drawn world. Match your jumps and dashes to the beat to solve challenging puzzles that ask you to dance along with the world as it also dances to the beat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Platformer 13.7%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.1%
- #13 EON: Reset
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team EON Reset
Windows
Explore EON Association in the wake of an apocalyptic disaster. Maneuver the artificial life EON-3033 to battle paranormal entities. Experience an exciting 2D combat in a world where elemental forces exist. Peel back the threads of ambiguous narrative and discover the secrets of time and fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Hand-drawn 5.7%
- #14 Shadow Labyrinth
87% matchMixed57% of 323 reviews2025
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Shadow Labyrinth is a 2D action platformer and a genre-twisting alternate take on the iconic PAC-MAN. As The Swordsman, you wake on a mysterious planet amidst relics of wars past. To survive you will discover secrets, consume your enemies, and grow from prey to apex predator.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #15 Ganymede
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Clydeware LLC
Windows
Hack and slash your way through a space station overrun with aggressive alien creatures. Collect upgrade orbs to extend your abilities and conquer convoluted movement puzzles.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Platformer 12.3%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #16 TIES: Soul Link
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: North Tokyo
Windows
TIES: Soul Link is an emotional and brutal 2D metroidvania that combines action RPG with adventure platforming. Explore a decaying world in the year 2097, uncover its secrets, and face savage, bloody battles that will test your endurance and your deepest fears.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Open World 8.9%
- #17 Chibits
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PhatRobit
Windows · Mac
Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Platformer 13.7%, Post-apocalyptic 13.3%, 2D 4.1%
- #18 Honey's Sweet Revenge
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: etheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
Windows
Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Platformer 11%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Hand-drawn 6.4%
- #19 Far Star
83% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: This is Vini
Windows · Linux
Far Star is a story-driven action-adventure game with Metroidvania influences. There is something fishy going on in this galaxy, but this won’t stop your intergalactic general services crew from doing their job using a varied set of skills, weapons and outfits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Sci-fi 10.4%
- #20 Maelstrom
84% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, 2D 5.6%
- #21 Bread Adventure
81% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Platformer 16%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, 2D 4.3%
- #22 Fevercide
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fevercide is a metroidvania with elements of horror and adventure games. Join Sandra as she explores the stately cities of a Russian Empire that never fell. Solve puzzles, fight with monsters, and face the demons from her past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Female Protagonist 7.9%
- #23 Vision Soft Reset
82% matchVery Positive89% of 154 reviews2019
Dev: Seafloor Games LLC
Windows
Perceive the future in this time-loop metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Time Manipulation 18.5% ★, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 10.5%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
- #24 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 43.6%, Platformer 16.1%, 2D Platformer 7.4%, Hand-drawn 5.8%, Action-Adventure 5.5%
- #25 KAON : Fragmented Core
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kulin Studio
Windows
KAON: Fragmented Core is a 2D action-platformer featuring precision combat, fluid movement, and striking hand-crafted animation. Switch between powerful Transformation Forms to break defenses, pierce armor, and unleash explosive abilities as you uncover the truth behind the Fragmented Core.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Platformer 15.6%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Post-apocalyptic 11.5%, Hand-drawn 7.2%
- #26 Grav1ty
79% 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 34%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Open World 9.1%
- #27 Ariana and the Elder Codex
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Female Protagonist 5.1%
- #28 INAYAH - Life after Gods
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 288 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 33.8%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 14.3%, Post-apocalyptic 11.8%, Sci-fi 6.1%
- #29 Torii: Beyond The Gates
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 8%, Hand-drawn 6.2%
- #30 Pentacore
77% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Jonathan CollierPub: Mythril Age
Windows
Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Platformer 15.5%, Sci-fi 6.4%, 2D 4.7%
- #31 Shadow King
76% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2023
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Platformer 8.5%, Open World 5.2%
- #32 A Dream of Burning Sand
78% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Eldwood
Windows · Linux
Two girls travelling through the desert, fighting monsters and solving puzzles. An action-adventure exploration-based platformer game with lots of sidequests and more secrets than you will ever find.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Platformer 16.5%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Action-Adventure 11%
- #33 Sweet Dreams Dahlia
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2357 Steps
Windows
I wake beneath the ruins of a world built on dreams. I descend the shattered Tower, explore forgotten biomes, master ancient combat techniques, and face the consequences of my absence. Beautiful metroidvania about identity, guilt, and choice after the collapse of a powerful civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Female Protagonist 7%
- #34 Dr. Atominus
76% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2020
Dev: Pikku-a
Windows · Linux
Dr. Atominus is a short platformer with metroidvania elements and a cool sci-fi story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 13.2%, Open World 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #35 The Search: Lost Dreams
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gninjastudio
Windows
The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Action 4.9%
- #36 Elowyn and the Stolen Souls
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dream Stories
Windows · Mac · Linux
Enter the magic world of Elowyn! Evolve with her and discover all the secrets to magic in this metroidvania with incredible characters and scenary. Learn powerful spells, create potions, unravel many riddles and live the entire fantasy!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 14.7%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Open World 7.9%
- #37 SHEEPO
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 561 reviews2020
Dev: Kyle Thompson
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Explore a strange planet, collect the creatures you find, and then shape-shift into them to expand your world. Build your own path, chat with the locals, and discover the planets sprawling secrets in this quirky metroidvania platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 16.6%, Open World 9.7%, Hand-drawn 6%
- #38 CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story™
72% matchVery Positive89% of 1,112 reviews2023
Dev: Double StallionPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Traverse the sprawling city of Zaun as Ekko, a young inventor with a device to manipulate time, in this story-driven action platformer. Collect parts, craft gadgets, and unlock abilities—then rewind time to adapt your approach to every new challenge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Time Manipulation 28.1% ★, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 11.5%, Adventure 2.3%
- #39 Corrupt
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Gabry Corti
Windows
Survive in a dark and atmospheric action-platformer characterized by environments full of mystery and fearsome enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%
- #40 Timeless Dual
75% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Luis Avila
Windows
Timeless Dual is a retro style action adventure, open world game. The world of the game changes as the player travels through seven time periods, collecting currency and upgrades and defeating enemies!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Post-apocalyptic 14.5%, Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 9.6%
- #41 Jessica's Uncomfortable Hanukkah Adventure
73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Dog and Spider Productions
Windows
It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Platformer 15.3%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Action 4.2%
- #42 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Action 7%
- #43 Shantae and the Seven Sirens
71% matchVery Positive90% of 1,969 reviews2020
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 6.4 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 50.1%, Female Protagonist 19.4%, Platformer 16.8%, 2D Platformer 6.8%, 2D 3.1%
- #44 The Curse Of Eira
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ElenaWare
Windows
Wynn has traveled to this dying Kingdom of Alara because she heard a powerful Wizard has taken in her twin sister Eira. Explore the world that has been subjected by the Wizard and his five apprentices and discover enough power ups to find and kill Eira
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Platformer 18.2%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Action 7.6%
- #45 Collapse Relapse
72% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Jermrellum
Windows
Explore and collect upgrades before the timeloop resets! Collapse Relapse is a 2D platformer where you have to think and plan out your route in order to be able to escape in time, with secrets galore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Time Manipulation 29.3% ★, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 7.3%, Action 3.7%
- #46 Goo Keeper
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Oria Games Inc.
Windows
Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11%, Sci-fi 8%
- #47 Peaky Circus
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Peaky Circus is a hand-drawn adventure about a mime exploring a broken world of clowns. Discover strange lands, battle quirky monsters, learn new skills, and befriend unusual characters in a charming, melancholic journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Platformer 13.4%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #48 Inari's Redemption
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AmbroisePub: Ambroise Catherine
Windows
An epic bite-size action adventure microidvania through a surreal world of mutated animals and environments. Combat mice engineers and religious birds, traverse a strange world and its life-altering climates, and combine steam and spark to fix the world, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 10%, Hand-drawn 9.7%
- #49 Nihilsearch
70% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Team_Bug
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in the pixelated 2D world of "Nihilsearch" on a lifeless mechanical planet. Explore dark underground complexes, battle hostile machines and life forms, and meet diverse humans, life forms, and machines. Discover the meaning of life and create your own adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 4.1%
- #50 A.T.O.M.
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Beta Game Studio
Windows · Mac
An atmospheric 2D sidescroller platformer metroidvania game in a post nuclear-disaster setting where you play as a nuclear-fueled droid sent to Earth to find out if human life is possible once again. You will explore unique areas, unlock secret paths, learn new abilities, fight bosses and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Post-apocalyptic 18%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Platformer 11.6%, Sci-fi 5.1%
- #51 Outpost Delta
70% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Hidden Achievement LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Outpost Delta is a single player, 2-D side-scrolling sci-fi shooter for PC. Take on the role of Delta, the outpost’s emergency defense, who along with her AI companion must defend the space station against alien intruders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Sci-fi 10%
- #52 PSYCRON
69% matchVery Positive94% of 113 reviews2021
Dev: Mothware
Windows
A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #53 MADO
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Drainage-GameStudio
Windows
The freedom here, or beyond the window.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, 2D Platformer 16%, Post-apocalyptic 11.9%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #54 Shards of Memories
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Twelve Games
Windows
Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Hand-drawn 11%, Platformer 9.3%
- #55 Code: Elyse
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jump_Button
Windows
Code:Elyse is a haunting atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dark sci-fi world. After crashing down from space, Elyse finds herself alone on a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.5%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Hand-drawn 6.9%, Sci-fi 6.1%
- #56 Anzu Castle Gracula
67% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Rainbow Cemetery
Windows
Locked away in a lost corner of the world lies a ruin where the dead refuse to rest. Using your wits and your treacherous whip can you discover the secrets interred within this QBASIC action/adventure?
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Female Protagonist 10.7%
- #57 NECROTOPIA
68% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: day-to-day management
Windows
NECROTOPIA is an exploratory action game, in which a monster, who woke up on a stormy night by lightning, picks up junks as weapons and searches for who he/she is. Use various types of weapons to defeat enemies and explore the fascinating world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Platformer 15.8%, Hand-drawn 7%, 2D 4.8%
- #58 Spider Dynasty
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zhiwu Game
Windows · Mac · Linux
A realm where two ancient trees have long harbored rival royal bloodlines, each having woven their aerial dominion from spider silk across countless generations. Yet now, dark forces of unknown origin stir, spreading their corruption throughout the silk realm...
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 11.7%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%, Open World 8.8%
- #59 Croakspire
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Platformer 9.9%, Action 4.5%