- #1 Mean-While
97% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: Daniel BourkePub: Project tranquil, LLC
Windows
Two rivaling megalomaniacs are forced to work together in hopes to survive each other's fortresses. Join Skeleman, and his rival, Dr. Dangerous, in the thrilling comedic adventure title: Meanwhile.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Puzzle Platformer 17%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Funny 6.6%
- #2 Vacoo. The adventure in Garbage city.
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oina Studio
Windows
Single-player 2D platformer with metroidvania and puzzle elements.Discover this amazing new world has been drawn by our artists from scratch.Fend off the enemy, climb into the most secret places, learn the rules of this city and finally save your friend.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Puzzle Platformer 13.1%, Cartoon 11%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #3 The Legend of Thabor - Rise of the Mages
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Ivo ZabotPub: iz-gamedev
Windows
It is a 2D action adventure in pixel graphics. Combines the Metroidvania, platformer and puzzle platformer genres. Experience great fantasy worlds, challenging boss fights and exciting puzzles. Gradually learn new skills and become a master of magic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Puzzle Platformer 17.7%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Fantasy 8.3%, Combat 7.1%
- #4 Stomp and the Sword of Miracles
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frogteam Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Meet a charming cast of little creatures and save the world from a mischievous god in this character-driven metroidvania! Explore a world full of lost secrets, make new friends, and use strange creatures to your advantage to reach new heights!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Cartoon 11.5%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Cartoony 8.1%
- #5 Astra: Fading Stars
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dimension OmegaPub: Dimension Omega
Windows · Linux
Trust your soul. Astra: Fading Stars is a challenging, 2D hand-drawn Metroidvania where corruption is spreading across the universe. Explore and uncover secrets, confront deadly bosses and master Astra Call, a power from within your soul, to help you every step of the way.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Difficult 14.9%, Puzzle Platformer 14.5%, Hand-drawn 13%, 2D Platformer 10.7%
- #6 Chefy-Chef
94% matchPositive91% of 32 reviews2022
Dev: BUG-StudioPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Once again approaching the refrigerator, Chefy magically finds himself in new worlds in which he has to find the ingredients for his favorite dish!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Puzzle Platformer 17.8%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Puzzle 7.2%
- #7 Irang : the last hope
93% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: SnoozyMondayPub: DCD
Windows
In Joseon, a kingdom honoring the Four Deities, chaos reigns. Nobles have unleashed sealed evils in a power grab, causing calamities. Join Irang and Haru on a journey to liberate the Deities and reclaim Joseon's last hope.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Puzzle Platformer 15.9%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 12%, Cartoony 8.4%
- #8 Cavalier
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Coin Laundry Games
Windows · Mac
The King's pup levels up! Cavalier is a single player hand drawn Metroidvania. Combat enchanted creatures while you explore the expanding map, and restore the magical kingdom in this charming medieval adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Puzzle Platformer 14.5%, Hand-drawn 14%, 2D Platformer 12%, Fantasy 7.6%
- #9 Shell Soul:The Skull
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlueWindGame
Windows
A nameless skeleton awakens in a graveyard. To recover lost memories and uncover the truth, it embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.4%, Puzzle Platformer 20.4%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Puzzle 6.7%
- #10 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons Remake
91% matchVery Positive94% of 95 reviews2025
Dev: Adventure Islands
Windows
Guide Timmy the little treasure hunter through traps and puzzles to reach the legendary treasure! Experience the classic mini metroidvania remade with new visuals, music, and content!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Puzzle Platformer 16.2%, Cartoon 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10%
- #11 Iron Diamond
90% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2024
Dev: North Folk Studios
Windows
Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Hand-drawn 10%, Medieval 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #12 SpellTome
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
Windows
SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Cartoony 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #13 Blast Brigade vs. the Evil Legion of Dr. Cread
89% matchVery Positive89% of 350 reviews2022
Dev: MY.GAMESPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Difficult 16.4%, Cartoon 14%, Cartoony 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #14 Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams
88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Lavadrop Entertainment
Windows
A 2D metroidvania where every defeated Archon becomes a summonable power. Claim six ancient beings, use their abilities to fight, move, and unlock hidden paths, and uncover a sinister plot threatening the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Puzzle Platformer 18%, Magic 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #15 Faerie Afterlight
87% matchMostly Positive71% of 108 reviews2023
Dev: Clay Game StudioPub: Mastiff
Windows
Embark on an enchanting adventure in this breathtaking 2D Metroidvania game inspired by the rich folklore of Indonesia. Control Kimo and Wispy as they seek to recover the Shards of Light. Manipulate terrain to solve puzzles, befriend the natives of Lumina, and take abilities from powerful titans.✨
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Puzzle Platformer 14.9%, Magic 13.5%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #16 Garuya and the Kaleidoscope of Syzygy
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Celestia Soft
Windows
Explore and fight as Garuya, a rabbit mage who seeks to destroy an ancient relic hidden in a vast and dangerous ruined kingdom. Cast spells, reshape the environment and fight under the light of three moons.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, RPG 11.4%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Medieval 11%, 2D Platformer 9.7%
- #17 Tails of Fate
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chase the Bunny
Windows · Linux
Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action-RPG, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Difficult 10.5%, Magic 9.9%, Medieval 9.7%
- #18 Ethereal Anchor: Rise of Yunus
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yorel GamesPub: Leroy Pietz
Windows
Explore a hand-crafted 2D pixel-art Action RPG. Master powerful skills, battle twisted creatures, uncover ancient secrets, and journey through a world torn between eternal summer and endless winter as the young mage Yunus faces his final trial.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, RPG 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Puzzle Platformer 11.3%, Magic 10.5%
- #19 Shyftrs
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wicked Art Games
Windows
Shyftrs is a 2D stylized action adventure metroidvania game that will take you on a journey to uncover the mysteries of your lineage and the world beyond. Your weapon of choice are Cane Sword, Pistol or use your new found prowess. Step up and embrace the adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Puzzle Platformer 14.1%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 10.1%
- #20 Kaila: The Journey to the Underworld
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Igolito Arts Studios
Windows
Play as Kaila, a young girl determined to rescue her mother from the clutches of Graygar, the Grey Soul. Explore a vast world, uncover secrets, unlock powerful abilities, and face challenging bosses on a journey to the Underworld. Are you ready to defy Death itself?
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, 2D Platformer 13%, Medieval 12.2%, Magic 12%, Action-Adventure 11.5%
- #21 魂途 Xoul
83% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Sounder Studio
Windows
Xoul is a uniquely styled 2D ARPG. You can use the game's distinctive "Custom Combo" feature to create your own chain attacks, defeat various enemies, experience diverse stories, unravel the mysteries of this world—and then make your choice.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Puzzle Platformer 19.5%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, RPG 8.4%
- #22 BeforeDisaster
82% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: SourGrapeGames
Windows
《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...
Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Combat 10.2%, Fantasy 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.2%
- #23 Strongloween: The Escape
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: François LinckPub: François Linck Games
Windows
Live the adventure of Torkin, prisoner of STRONGLOWEEN. Discover powerful items and fight bosses that will prevent you and other prisoners from escaping. Strongloween holds many secrets, will you discover them all?
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Magic 9.6%, Combat 8.9%, Medieval 8.8%
- #24 Dark Labyrinth
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xiaote
Windows
You have stumbled into a world shrouded in darkness, where your body has transformed into that of a strange creature. Using your ability to dispel the darkness, you must explore and learn within this mysterious realm, uncovering the truth of this world while seeking a way to return to your own.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Puzzle Platformer 20.1%, 2D Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Puzzle 7%
- #25 Spellforged
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bewx
Windows
Forge your magical journey through the world of Syntheria in this action, adventure, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Medieval 18.4%, Magic 15.4%, Fantasy 6%, Action-Adventure 5.7%
- #26 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
80% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ongar Studio
Windows
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Cartoon 11.1%, Hand-drawn 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #27 The Little Brave
79% matchPositive92% of 74 reviews2025
Dev: Dmitrii Batov
Windows
Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Magic 9.9%
- #28 Passages
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Secret Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Solve intricate puzzles and evade obstacles with precise, skillful platforming. Collect musical instruments that change your environment with ancient magic, and gain skills and items that enhance your ability to move through that environment. Succeed, and you may just save your family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Puzzle Platformer 20.3%, Cartoon 12.3%, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Magic 7.3%
- #29 Blessing Part I
78% matchPositive93% of 43 reviews2025
Dev: MalfunctionGhost
Windows
Play as Lowe, a vengeful swordsman in a world shrouded in loneliness and despair. Wield your greatsword, slay monsters as a mortal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, RPG 10.6%, Hand-drawn 8.5%
- #30 Pain-T
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wheel Of Games
Windows
Pain-T is an exploration-driven metroidvania where color is your greatest weapon. Restore a world drained of paint, overcome hostile creatures, unlock colorfull powers, reveal hidden paths, and paint your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Colorful 8.3%, Magic 8.1%
- #31 Chaos Rider
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chaos Rider Team
Windows · Mac
The crazy plan to revive an ancient spirit has finally succeeded. The Chaos Rider is here to restore an age of magic to this fallen world. With a powerful adaptive robotic body and ancient powers, explore, forge alliances, conquer foes and challenges, and uncover countless secrets and wonders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Difficult 20.3%, Character Customization 12.7%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Hand-drawn 5.8%
- #32 Paradigm Overhaul
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: kumashunGames
Windows
An action puzzle game that makes full use of the power to break things and the power to heal. Explore a facility filled with dangers, try to escape from the facility, and solve the mysteries of the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Puzzle Platformer 22%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Puzzle 9.4%
- #33 Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia
76% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Team Quantum Games
Windows
Clarity is a 2D side scrolling platforming adventure. Choose to face seven demons and acquire their demon sword and demon magic. Each sword and spell, has an elemental strength against a corresponding demon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, 2D Platformer 12%, Cartoon 11.7%, Hand-drawn 9.3%
- #34 Wolf Knight Memoir
75% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Phat Playing Panda
Windows · Mac
Take command of the Wolf Knight to help him remember his dramatic past life through a story driven adventure and test your skills in this challenging Metroidvania game with die and retry platforming features happening in the fantastic 2D hand drawned world of Aurora.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Puzzle Platformer 16.8%, Medieval 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10%
- #35 Doodle Knight
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DoodleKnightDev
Windows
2D Drawing Puzzle Platformer
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.9%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Character Customization 11.8%, Medieval 11.5%, Cartoony 11.4%
- #36 Torii: Beyond The Gates
74% 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 38.6%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, RPG 8.8%
- #37 Thrilling Triple Treat
76% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: ERMediaPub: Plug In Digital
Windows · Linux
What do you get if you mix a platformer with a metroidvania and tower defense but then seperate that mix into three games that are then collected into a single game? Nonsense. You get nonsense. This game is nonsense. But dear, is it funny!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Puzzle Platformer 18.6%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Cartoony 8%
- #38 Asther
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SmallGear Studio
Windows
Asther is a 2D metroidvania action RPG where you play as a young witch. Explore a fantasy world, battle creatures and powerful bosses, develop your abilities, and unlock new paths in an adventure with fast-paced combat and an engaging story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Medieval 12.9%, Magic 11.8%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #39 Wisdom Tower
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Luminight
Windows · Linux
A Retro Metroidvania focused heavily on Exploration, Puzzle Solving Combat and Platforming.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Puzzle Platformer 22.5%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Magic 7.7%, RPG 7.7%
- #40 Ascender
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 24 reviews2017
Dev: GameChanger Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Ascender is a 2D explorative puzzle metroidvania. The game is set in the open world of GOA's districts, and the player will face many unique puzzles to solve. Warning!! This game will truly challenge your puzzle and platforming skill :D
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Puzzle Platformer 22%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Cartoon 9.5%, Hand-drawn 7.5%
- #41 Charlie from the swamp
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arinima Games
Windows
"Charlie from the swamp" is a metroidvania game about little frog in a big world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Cartoony 10.1%, RPG 7.8%
- #42 Bread Adventure
70% matchPositive100% of 24 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 42%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, RPG 8.4%, Fantasy 8.2%
- #43 Little Witch
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: QianQi
Windows
This is the story of an adventurous little witch and her cat in the paper world. The puzzle mainly tests the player's observation of the stage and the application of elements. Use the cat to eat the elements and use them in the right place to open the channel or get new elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Puzzle Platformer 21.6%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Cartoony 8.2%
- #44 Stellar Poetry
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MXL-StudioPub: TrueColor Games
Windows
Stellar Poetry is a 2D action adventure game similar to the galaxy Castlevania. The sorceress, who awakens after sensing the call of a mysterious voice, goes on a series of adventures in order to find memories lost due to the curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Difficult 17.5%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Cartoony 7.7%
- #45 Alwa's Legacy
72% matchVery Positive87% of 648 reviews2020
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Puzzle Platformer 19.5%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Magic 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
- #46 Ayna: Shattered Truth
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: designmatic
Windows
Explore this immersive 2.8D Metroidvania fantasy world to uncover its mysteries along with forgotten secrets. Slay monsters with visceral combat skills to survive. Unlock striking abilities and upgrade existing ones to overcome challenges. Befriend odd characters or demolish existing friendships.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Difficult 12.9%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Combat 9.5%, Puzzle Platformer 8.3%
- #47 The Smoke
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vino VenitasPub: Eternally Forward Games
Windows
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, RPG 7.9%
- #48 TIES: Soul Link
70% 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 33.1%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Cartoony 8.8%
- #49 Echoes of the Unread
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Clever Cat GamesPub: 8 Bit Legit
Windows · Linux
Wake up in a world where stories come to life. In this enchanted 8-bit musical adventure, use the power of song to explore whimsical book-inspired realms, solve puzzles, and help Rhapsody find her way home from a library that doesn't want to let her go.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Puzzle Platformer 19.6%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Cartoony 7.8%
- #50 Adventurous Slime
69% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A mini metroidvania game about a small but very courageous slime going on an adventure, featuring colorful pixelated visuals and chiptune songs.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Medieval 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, Magic 7.9%
- #51 Momogatari
68% 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 27.8%, Hand-drawn 13.4%, Difficult 12.2%, Magic 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
- #52 Clan O'Conall and the Crown of the Stag
69% matchVery Positive93% of 123 reviews2021
Dev: HitGrab
Windows · Mac
Master the powers of three Celtic Heroes in this hand-drawn action platformer! Solve challenging puzzles, slay unworldly demons, and cross beautiful landscapes by swapping instantly between characters. With an all-original Celtic soundtrack. You've never heard of it, so it must be mythical!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17.1%, Cartoon 15.4%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.5%
- #53 It Is A Good Knight To Die
68% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: IronRoc Games
Windows
Fight your way through hordes of evil in this light-hearted 2D, action-platformer. Traverse and battle your way through deep caves, werewolf filled forests, frigid peaks, and big stompy bosses! Always remember, It Is A Good Knight To Die!
Why similar: Difficult 21.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Medieval 11.6%, Cartoony 11.4%, Magic 10.8%
- #54 Croakspire
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lotus Wave Arcade
Windows · Linux
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 43.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Medieval 11.7%, Combat 6.2%
- #55 Mira and the Legend of the Djinns
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: littleknightgamesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Explore a Moroccan-inspired 2D pixel art Metroidvania filled with ancient ruins, Djinn magic, and fast elemental combat. Wield powerful weapons, uncover forgotten secrets, and journey through the ruined kingdom of Fallen Amazgesh.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Puzzle Platformer 14.6%, Magic 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #56 Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Myrwood Games
Windows
Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate is a 2D action adventure set in the ancient land of Gorithia. Go from simple thief to magic wielding warrior as you battle your way through the fallen kingdom on your quest to find your lost brother in this sprawling fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Magic 14.5%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Combat 8.7%, Fantasy 8.2%
- #57 The Shadowland
70% matchMixed60% of 122 reviews2016
Dev: Bloodcraft DevPub: Volens Nolens Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
EN Little Reaper finds himself lost in grim otherworld. Help him find the way back through treacherous obstacles and threatening foes.Prepare to rely heavily on your reflexes to complete 30+ levels spanning through 6 locations, and beat 3 unique bosses. RU Маленький жнец потерялся в мрачной потустороннем мире.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Puzzle Platformer 18.7%, Difficult 15.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #58 Sorcerech
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ninhydro
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sorcerech is a 2D Pixel Metroidvania where you switch between unique magic and cybernetic forms, battle enemies, solve puzzles, and make choices that shape your journey toward multiple endings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Puzzle Platformer 11.8%, Action-Adventure 11%, Combat 9.7%
- #59 Alchemist's Mountain
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Evil Art Bunny Studios
Windows
Alchemist's Mountain is a classic platforming puzzle dungeon adventure with a literal twist! Rotate the dungeons to solve them and chart your path to the pinnacle of the Starfall Spire where legends rumor lie the secret to immortality and everlasting wealth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Puzzle Platformer 18%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Funny 6.5%
- #60 Yuna and the Spirit Forest
66% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: RavenRaiders
Windows
A 2D pixel-art metroidvania where you fight using elemental spirits instead of basic attacks. Explore, collect, and solve puzzles in a magical forest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Puzzle Platformer 20.6%, Difficult 17.1%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 5.7%