- #1 Heidelberg 1693
97% matchVery Positive83% of 80 reviews2021
Dev: Andrade Games
Windows
Black magic in the age of pike and shot! Reload your musket after every blast in “Heidelberg 1693”, a challenging 2D action adventure set in a dark and twisted vision of Germany in the late 17th century.
Why similar: Medieval 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Alternate History 13%, Side Scroller 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.5%
- #2 Infernax
96% matchVery Positive93% of 2,265 reviews2022
Dev: Berzerk StudioPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, Retro 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
- #3 Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons
96% matchVery Positive91% of 436 reviews2024
Dev: @unepic_franPub: Unepic Games
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Join Pampas and Selene as they overcome monsters, demons, and the Dark Priest with the help of the gods themselves! Explore this co-opvania 8-bit platformer alone or with a friend. This retro game is a loving tribute to an MSX2 masterpiece from the creator of UnEpic, Ghost 1.0, and UnMetal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, 1980s 13%, Co-op Campaign 12.7% ★, Local Co-Op 11.1%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #4 Beholgar
95% matchMostly Positive74% of 395 reviews2022
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, 1980s 12.3%, Side Scroller 12.2%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, 1990's 9.5%
- #5 Abathor
94% matchVery Positive90% of 390 reviews2024
Dev: Pow Pixel GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.2%, Local Co-Op 16.9%, Retro 16.8%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%
- #6 Lords of Exile
94% matchVery Positive81% of 246 reviews2024
Dev: Squidbit WorksPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Embark on a quest for revenge in Lords of Exile, an 8-bit side-scrolling action platformer set in the far Lands of Exilia. With classic retro mechanics and linear level design in 8-bit graphics.
Why similar: 1980s 20%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Arcade 13.1%, Retro 13%
- #7 Salt and Sanctuary
93% matchVery Positive89% of 21,932 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, Side Scroller 9%, 2D 5.9%
- #8 Insanity's Blade
92% matchMostly Positive73% of 300 reviews2014
Dev: Causal Bit Games Inc.Pub: Monster Bath Studios Inc.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Take a father’s journey to hell in order to save the souls of his wife and child. Insanity's Blade: The Chronicles of Thurstan is the first in a series of games based around the journey of a sword possessed by a father's powerful grief and hatred. This is the tale of the sword's creation.
Why similar: Demons 14.1%, 1980s 14.1%, 1990's 11.7%, Retro 11.3%, Local Co-Op 10.4%
- #9 Wulverblade
91% matchMostly Positive80% of 229 reviews2018
Dev: Fully IllustratedPub: Darkwind Media
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Defeat the Ninth Legion of the Roman army in this side-scrolling, arcade-inspired beat 'em up set in Roman-era Britain.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 27%, Side Scroller 25.8%, Historical 22.7%, Action 18.7%, 2D 5.8%
- #10 Kraino Origins
90% matchVery Positive92% of 84 reviews2022
Dev: GameAtomic
Windows
Fight monsters, ghosts, and zombies with your mighty sythe! Find all the secrets, and unlock powerful weapons! Avoid saws, fireballs, pools of acid, and spikes! Kraino Origins is retro gaming goodness!
Why similar: 1980s 17.6%, Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, 1990's 12.8%, Demons 12.3%
- #11 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 80 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Dark Fantasy 17%, Retro 14.8%, Medieval 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #12 Skul: The Hero Slayer
89% matchVery Positive93% of 57,659 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Pixel Graphics 21.6%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Action 14.3%, 2D 9.2%
- #13 Devious Dungeon
89% matchVery Positive82% of 416 reviews2019
Dev: WoblywarePub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Set in the Dark Ages, Devious Dungeon is a medieval focused action platformer with RPG styled upgrades.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Arcade 16.4%, Retro 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%
- #14 Saga of Sins
87% matchVery Positive87% of 109 reviews2023
Dev: Bonus Level EntertainmentPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Saga of Sins is an expiatory action-adventure which features a mystical storyline and a rewarding arcade gameplay! Transform into demonic creatures and fight the seven deadly sins.
Why similar: Medieval 37.4%, 2D Platformer 25%, Arcade 19.5%, 2D 9.7%, Action 8.4%
- #15 Crimson Capes
85% matchVery Positive90% of 187 reviews2026
Dev: Poor Locke
Windows
Engage in fluid 2D pixel art swordplay, hunt down witches, fight monsters and experience the age of high adventure. Enter the guild of the Crimson Capes and explore a fantasy world of Sword and Sorcery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Medieval 24.6%, Dark Fantasy 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Action 7.7%
- #16 LOST EPIC
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,137 reviews2022
Dev: One or Eight
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
LOST EPIC is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG about a war between gods and humanity. The player becomes the deity-defying knight, God Slayer, and explores the world known as Sanctum to bring the Pantheon of Six to their knees.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Dark Humor 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Action 5.9%
- #17 Warlocks vs Shadows
88% matchMixed60% of 283 reviews2015
Dev: Frozen DistrictPub: ONE MORE LEVEL
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Slay monsters. Defeat epic bosses. Collect magical gear. Become a Warlock and save the universe.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 41.3%, Action 30.4%, Fantasy 28.3%
- #18 Blasphemous
84% matchVery Positive90% of 67,491 reviews2019
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Side Scroller 7.9%, 2D 4.6%
- #19 Slain: Back from Hell
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,421 reviews2016
Dev: Steel MantisPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Slain: Back from Hell. A heavy metal inspired arcade combat with puzzle elements and gore galore. Stunning visuals and true old school gameplay accompanied by the most metal soundtrack you've ever heard.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action 12.8%, Retro 11.3%
- #20 Arthurian Legends
83% matchVery Positive90% of 579 reviews2021
Dev: Scolaro Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Arthurian Legends is a medieval first person action game set in the land of Albion during a time of myth and legend. Battle hordes of Saxons, demonic beasts, the undead and worse in thy quest to save Albion from The Masters of the Old Religion.
Why similar: Medieval 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 26.4%, Retro 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 8.5%
- #21 Nongunz: Doppelganger Edition
84% matchMixed68% of 158 reviews2021
Dev: Brainwash GangPub: Digerati
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Nongunz is a roguelite action-platformer. Battle grotesque creatures, kill quickly to maintain your combo meter, and rescue worshipers to become part of your idle army to buy upgrades.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Local Co-Op 24.1%, Side Scroller 14.8%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action 6%
- #22 Hammerwatch
82% matchVery Positive89% of 6,516 reviews2013
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 39%, Pixel Graphics 20.4%, Retro 16.7%, Action 10.3%, Fantasy 8.5%
- #23 Cursed Castilla (Maldita Castilla EX)
82% matchVery Positive85% of 665 reviews2016
Dev: LocomalitoPub: Abylight Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Cursed Castilla (Maldita Castilla EX) is an arcade action platformer full of creatures from medieval myths from Spain and the rest of Europe, as well as from chivalric romances. The extended version of the classic Maldita Castilla, originally created by the indie Locomalito.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.2%, Medieval 18.3%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Metroidvania 10.1%, Arcade 8.1%
- #24 Plague Breaker
81% matchVery Positive89% of 53 reviews2023
Dev: Wozzy Games Limited
Windows
Plague Breaker is a retro roguelike platformer with heavy RPG elements. Pick your class and ascend a procedurally generated castle filled with undead monsters and corrupted plague doctors. Level up your character and find items, weapons, and traders along the way before taking on each floors boss.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, 1980s 19.7%, Retro 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Fantasy 7.4%
- #25 Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
80% matchVery Positive94% of 4,524 reviews2018
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Retro 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
- #26 Guns of Fury
78% matchVery Positive89% of 995 reviews2025
Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Retro 14.2%, Side Scroller 14%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
- #27 Black Future '88
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 750 reviews2019
Dev: SUPERSCARYSNAKESPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Black Future ’88 is a Synth-Punk roguelike 2D action Shooter. Vertically climb an always evolving procedural tower to reach the top and kill its insane owner…before your heart explodes. Shoot, slash, dash and upgrade yourself to survive the endless waves of Homicidal AI, Traps & Colossal Wardens.
Why similar: 1980s 45.2%, Local Co-Op 20.6%, Action 16.2%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #28 Gal Guardians: Demon Purge
79% matchVery Positive80% of 1,417 reviews2023
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, 2D Platformer 23.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action 7.9%
- #29 The Last Faith
77% matchVery Positive85% of 5,695 reviews2023
Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.5%, Dark Fantasy 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Horror 5.3%
- #30 Overbowed
78% matchVery Positive92% of 94 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, 2D Platformer 16%, Retro 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 6.3%
- #31 Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition
79% matchVery Positive81% of 80 reviews2019
Dev: LichthundPub: Crunching Koalas
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
LICHTSPEER is an unforgiving fast-paced lightspear-throwing simulator set in an ancient germanic future. Get ready to feel that beloved 80’s arcade rush in this brutal, stylish and psychedelic adventure. Co-op mode for 2 players included!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.9%, Side Scroller 23.4%, Arcade 21.7%, Retro 19.7%, Action 11.3%
- #32 Ritus Exorcismus
75% matchVery Positive99% of 143 reviews2026
Dev: Dernhelm Games
Windows · Linux
Become the exorcist that the world needs! Use Holy Relics and the knowledge from your book to fight demonic possessions. Investigate unholy events and take part in church rituals in this medieval pixel horror game.
Why similar: Demons 37.8%, Medieval 29.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Horror 13.1%, 2D 5.3%
- #33 Mist Slayer
77% matchMixed66% of 378 reviews2023
Dev: Moju Games
Windows
Mist Slayer is an action Roguelite game. You are a time traveling hero, called to aid in a mystical war, and armed with unique weapons and skills. Face down amazing enemies in parallel universes, collecting various power-ups, and exploring as you go. Play alone or team up with friends.
Why similar: Action 55.8%, Fantasy 44.2%
- #34 PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 135 reviews2026
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer is a 2D action roguelike platformer RPG set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, infused with biopunk and dark sci-fi flair. Survive the chaos, clash with mutant foes, and explore mysterious sites in this indie adventure!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 58%, Action 22.9%, 2D 19.1%
- #35 Demons of Asteborg
76% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Neofid Studios
Windows
Demons of Asteborg® is an action-platform game, with elements of metroidvania. Play as Gareth and prevent Zadimus from destroying Asteborg !
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Medieval 19.8%, Demons 15.8%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Retro 11.3%
- #36 REKKR: Sunken Land
75% matchVery Positive89% of 123 reviews2021
Dev: Mockingbird Softworks
Windows
A retro FPS set in a faux norse-celtic fantasy world in the midst of a war with the dead. Grab an axe, get revenge.
Why similar: Retro 30.9%, Medieval 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Action 12.1%
- #37 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 266 reviews2017
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Retro 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
- #38 In Celebration of Violence
74% matchVery Positive87% of 507 reviews2018
Dev: Julian Edison
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A fantasy action roguelike of exploration and murder. Live, kill, die, improve, live again.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.8%, Medieval 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Horror 8.3%
- #39 Voidwrought
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,038 reviews2024
Dev: Powersnake
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 46%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Horror 5.8%, 2D 5.6%
- #40 Watcher Chronicles
73% matchVery Positive87% of 173 reviews2022
Dev: Third Sphere Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Local Co-Op 21%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Side Scroller 14.5%, 2D 4.8%
- #41 Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2
73% matchVery Positive85% of 1,643 reviews2020
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Retro 13.8%, Local Co-Op 12%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #42 Legacy Of Evil
71% matchVery Positive89% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Uruca Game StudioPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Join legendary RPG heroes in 'Legacy of Evil,' a classic arcade Shoot 'em Up. Battle the sinister Dravlo Stradinic and his dark forces. Upgrade your heroes and face terrifying bosses. Can you defeat the vampire and save Stygia?
Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.2%, Retro 17.8%, Arcade 17%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, Fantasy 11%
- #43 Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 311 reviews2024
Dev: 70`StrikePub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows · Linux
Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Horror 5%
- #44 Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
72% matchMostly Negative29% of 470 reviews2026
Dev: Bit Bot MediaPub: Crystal Dynamics
Windows
Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Action 9.4%
- #45 No Vacation for an Executioner
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: JayO
Windows
It's a Retro PS2 style Horror ARPG about a frustrated executioner in late 17th century. He ran away from the gallows. It aroused a riot of monsters, he had to clean up this cruel mess, and find out the truth of this crazy world.
Why similar: Retro 35.4%, Dark Fantasy 29.6%, Horror 21.7%, Action 13.3%
- #46 Stray Savior
69% matchVery Positive92% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.9%, 2D Platformer 27.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Action 10.5%, Fantasy 9.7%
- #47 Tearscape
67% matchVery Positive91% of 352 reviews2026
Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
Windows · Mac · Linux
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, 2D Platformer 9.7%
- #48 Shrine's Legacy
68% matchVery Positive85% of 198 reviews2025
Dev: Positive Concept GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Shrine's Legacy is a SNES-era inspired, 16-bit RPG set in the magical world of Ardemia. Follow a pair of heroes as they try to unite the elements of magic, restore the Sword of Shrine, and save the world in both single player and couch/local co-op action.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.1%, Pixel Graphics 21.4%, Fantasy 14.9%, Action 11.4%, 2D 10.2%
- #49 Aggelos 2
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 84 reviews2026
Dev: WONDERBOY BOBIPub: PQube
Windows
With the Gods of light about to lose the great battle against the Army of Darkness, the Aggelos must learn to embrace his darker side. Explore two opposing realms full of secrets, puzzles and intense 2D combat in this challenging action-platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Retro 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #50 Arson and Plunder: Unleashed
73% matchMixed47% of 127 reviews2015
Dev: Chainsaw Syndicate
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Arson & Plunder is a 2D arcade/beat'em up adventure based on the genre classics of the 90's. The classic gameplay has been brought up to speed with the latest developments and trends! In typical beat'em up style, playing an orc or elf you wade through hordes of enemies out to kill you.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 70.5%, Action 29.5%
- #51 Eastern Exorcist
68% matchVery Positive84% of 6,789 reviews2021
Dev: Wildfire Game(无锡野火数字科技有限公司)
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.
Why similar: Side Scroller 49.2%, Metroidvania 16.4%, Action 13.9%, 2D 11.3%, Fantasy 9.2%
- #52 Crypt Stalker
70% 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%
- #53 Wallachia: Reign of Dracula
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 196 reviews2020
Dev: Migami GamesPub: Storybird Studio
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 1.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Wallachia Reign of Dracula is a retro-styled action platformer/shooter game.
Why similar: Action 54.5%, Pixel Graphics 29.4%, 2D 16.2%
- #54 Rot Gut
70% matchVery Positive87% of 302 reviews2016
Dev: Shotgun Surgeons
Windows · Linux
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 23%, 1980s 18%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, 1990's 13.4%, Arcade 11.9%
- #55 Netherworld Covenant
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 727 reviews2025
Dev: MadGoat Game StudioPub: Infini Fun
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 44.3%, Dark Fantasy 41%, Action 14.6%
- #56 Haunted Lands
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 276 reviews2026
Dev: alevgorPub: Alawar
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Slay grim cultists, infernal minions, and nightmarish creatures in this dark and bloody retro-inspired action platformer. Uncover secrets, acquire powerful artifacts, and face challenging bosses in the Haunted Lands.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.3%, Demons 21.1%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Retro 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #57 Halls of Torment
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 31,896 reviews2024
Dev: Chasing Carrots
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.2%, Demons 24.9%, Arcade 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Fantasy 7.8%
- #58 Kalinur
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 500 reviews2022
Dev: Pixel vs Pixel
Windows
Defeat the mage Kalinur and bring peace back to the kingdom in this mini metroidvania with a lot of action.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Demons 14.5%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Medieval 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%
- #59 God's Trigger
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,007 reviews2019
Dev: One More LevelPub: Techland Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Slay enemies with speed and precision in an over-the-top show of blood and explosions. Play solo or with others, make split-second decisions, dodge bullets, and use weapons and abilities to inflict violence in the most graphic way possible.
Why similar: 2D 53.5%, Action 46.5%
- #60 Tres-Bashers
67% matchVery Positive96% of 199 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 28%, 1980s 12.8%, Side Scroller 12.5%, 1990's 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.7%