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Games Like Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Singleplayer, 2D, Indie.

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Saint Slayer is an NES-style 2D action game, featuring loads of stages, enemies, and gore set against the backdrop of late-17th century Europe. Play as the ex-soldier Rudiger and wield the Spear of Sacrilege as you save the Holy Roman Empire from the corrupt Catholic priest Father Pacer.

Reviews: Very Positive — 95% — of 115 reviews
Released: 2026-04-19
Developer: Lillymo Games
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    Median: 30 minMean: 1.5 hrs≥1hr: 14%

    Rot Gut is an action packed platformer set in America’s 1920’s Prohibition era. You take control of an agent who, to uncover their mysteries, goes on a mission to fight the city’s underground armed to the teeth organizations.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 22.8%, 1980s 18%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, 1990's 13.5%, Arcade 12%

  56. #56 Crypt Stalker
    69% matchVery Positive85% of 109 reviews2020
    Dev: Sinclair Strange
    Windows

    Whip your way through nostalgia fuelled kinky demon slaying. From hidden desert temples to floating ruins, this will take you back to the golden days of gaming, where there was only 4 buttons on a controller and VHS ruled the world.

    Why similar: Action 100%

  57. #57 Voidwrought
    66% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,000 reviews2024
    Dev: Powersnake
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Horror 5.8%, 2D 5.7%

  58. #58 Netherworld Covenant
    65% matchMostly Positive80% of 703 reviews2025
    Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.

    Why similar: Medieval 44.4%, Dark Fantasy 41.2%, Action 14.4%

  59. #59 Chronicles of the Wolf
    66% matchVery Positive83% of 522 reviews2025
    Dev: Migami GamesPub: PQube
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan in Chronicles of the Wolf! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo in this epic adventure featuring brutal bosses, vast castles, and secrets to uncover. Narration by the legendary Robert Belgrade and other special appearances!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 18.6%, Side Scroller 13.7%, 1980s 13.5%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, 1990's 10.2%

  60. #60 Tres-Bashers
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 198 reviews2021
    Dev: ondydev
    Windows

    Tres-Bashers is a 2D monster-bashing adventure featuring a big interconnected map full of cryptids, secrets, and more! Find 40 different monster types and whack 'em with your baseball bat!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, 1980s 12.8%, Side Scroller 12.5%, 1990's 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.6%

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