- #1 An Automaton's Journey
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xyros GamesPub: holo Indie
Windows
Play as the ancient automaton Cecilia Immergreen as you explore the world for secrets, solve puzzles, delve into dungeons, fight other Hololive members as powerful bosses, help other members with side quests, and find powerful items to explore previously unavailable locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Action RPG 19.9%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, Top-Down 11.8%, Action 5.7%
- #2 Teratale: Tide of Wishes
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ManafishGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Travel with your mysterious partner Tupa, fight powerful monsters, discover treasures and secrets scattered around the world, and uncover the truth of the world, Tupa and yourself with the help of the tide of wishes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Action RPG 21.3%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, RPG 11%, Action 10.3%
- #3 Blessing Part I
96% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Action RPG 20.1%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, RPG 8.7%, Action 6.1%
- #4 The Spectral Web: Hitodama
95% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2023
Dev: Aevin Abstract
Windows · Linux
Explore a Labyrinth full of magic, monsters, and mystery in this dungeon crawler inspired by retro classics. Wield unique spells to battle enemies, break blocks, and uncover hundreds of secrets hidden within the Labyrinth's walls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Action RPG 15%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Top-Down 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #5 Elementallis
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AnKae GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Top-down action-adventure with elemental magic gameplay. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Action RPG 21.1%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Top-Down 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #6 Silvercall
94% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: CUNX
Windows · Mac
Silvercall – A retro action-platformer RPG. Play as an amnesiac adventurer, battling through perilous terrain and collecting Memory Crystals to uncover your past and your lover's dark transformation into the "Saintess".
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Action RPG 17.6%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, RPG 7.5%
- #7 Amo
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ryoshitsude
Windows
Amo is a top-down metroidvania, where a lost dog, Amo, gets stranded on an island. Explore the vast environments, fight through the enemies of the past, and solve the many mysteries that the island holds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Top-Down 12.5%, Adventure 7.6%, 2D 5.8%
- #8 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tortuga Software
Windows
Dreadstone – The Immortal Prisoner is an upcoming indie 2D Metroidvania platformer. Especially important to us are the game elements “looting” and “leveling“. The goal is to create a combination of our favorite games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Action RPG 19.9%, Adventure 10%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, RPG 8.6%
- #9 Filiy Eclipse
91% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Muramasa Fudo
Windows
Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Action RPG 23.3%, RPG 8.3%, Action 8.1%, Adventure 7.2%
- #10 Lost Call
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Skurry
Windows
Lost Call is a top down pixel art 2D Zelda inspired game with a metroidvania style map. Take off on a quest through an abandoned and ruined town to stop your phone from ringing all the time, and learn more about the characters who still remain within it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Action RPG 23%, Adventure 10%, Top-Down 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
- #11 GoldFish Brain
90% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Action RPG 17.3%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Adventure 5.5%, Action 5.5%
- #12 AOI
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: Pura Studio
Windows
This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Action RPG 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Adventure 7.6%, RPG 7.5%
- #13 Lost Boy : Lost Island
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: GulfPearl
Windows
Boy lost in island and need to look for anyone alive and his mother and need to survive.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Action RPG 25.4%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Action 12.2%, Adventure 10.6%
- #14 Twell
88% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Lucas RobPub: Lucas Rob Holding B.V.
Windows
This adventure is about you waking up in this world named Twell. The only thing you can do now is explore what this world has to offer. Explore 8 unique dungeons, discover many secrets and visit many locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Action RPG 15.6%, RPG 11.1%, Adventure 10.1%, Action 9.7%
- #15 Lovanium - The Rising Suns
87% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Poser Games
Windows
Find a way to escape Lovanium before it's too late. Extract resources, trade them, confront the wildest and most dangerous enemies, and fully harness the power of the suns. Are you up for it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Action RPG 15.8%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, RPG 9.7%, Action 7.3%
- #16 Old Ninja : UnderWorld
86% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Waterfall Studio
Windows
Old Ninja: Underworld is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania action game where an aging ninja explores a chaotic underground world. Battle through a bizarre mix of enemies with no apparent connection, strengthen your ninja, and challenge the boss lurking deep below.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, Action RPG 16.2%, Action 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #17 Dusted Dusk
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Action RPG 19.9%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Action 6.6%, Adventure 5.5%
- #18 Dreamdawn
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Custodio Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore surreal landscapes where dreams and reality intertwine. Battle manifestations of fear, uncover the secrets of an interconnected world, and awaken the truth buried within a fading mind in Dreamdawn, a mysterious top-down action-adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Action RPG 23%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Top-Down 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #19 Liona's Adventure
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Peyman Hadizadeh
Windows
Once in a peaceful village , there lived a brave little warrior named Liona,One fateful night, the village was attacked by a horde of monstrous creatures. Liona's parents died in battle. Liona, witnessing the loss of her parents, felt a fire ignite within her heart—a burning desire for vengeance.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, RPG 13.2%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 10.8%
- #20 The Myth of a Godslayer
83% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: Team EZ
Windows
Follow Klain's mythical adventures in this top-down Action-RPG mixing combat, exploration, puzzles and platforming. Travel through the New World, explore forgotten dungeons, confront terrible foes and... become a Godslayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Action RPG 17.2%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Top-Down 8.3%, Lore-Rich 7.3%
- #21 Terry Tales
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ansimuz Games
Windows · Mac
A retro-inspired 2D action-adventure where exploration, combat, and classic pixel art come together in a mysterious interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Action RPG 25%, Adventure 10.6%, RPG 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #22 Frogreign
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arkanpixel
Windows
Leap into an amphibious adventure where your tongue is your grappling hook! Use your tongue to swing, slap and grapple your way through this vibrant Metroidvania. Will you help prince Rill to unlock the power of the great spirits and find his sister, lost in the midst of a royal conspiracy?
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Action RPG 17.5%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, RPG 6.8%
- #23 小Q~LITTLE Q~
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an RPG game similar to the Metroid series. Players will play as a little scientist and create a robot named Little Q to destroy the mechanical city of Crazy Scientists
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Action RPG 22.5%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, RPG 8.9%, Action 6.8%
- #24 DAO
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShiShiHole
Windows
《道·》是一款平台动作冒险游戏,你将穿越到一个黑暗的时代,作为门派最后一名道士,开启一段复仇之旅。你可以使用多种法器和符咒的组合,与数十种敌人进行战斗,并用碎片拼凑起整个国家的回忆。
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Action RPG 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, RPG 8.2%
- #25 Wildbus
81% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2019
Dev: Wildbus Studio
Windows
Bus Modification ARPG
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Dark Humor 20.4%, Action RPG 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, RPG 10.2%
- #26 Power (of) Metal
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Action RPG 23%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, RPG 8.7%, Action 7.7%
- #27 Horn of Balance
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Martijn den Hollander
Windows
Explore an intricate new world of secrets and adventure. Features solid 2D Zelda-like gameplay, 12 vast non-linear dungeons and a wholesome story about the young golem Linden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Action RPG 21.9%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Top-Down 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #28 Torii: Beyond The Gates
79% 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 43.3%, Action RPG 19.5%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, RPG 8.5%, Action 5.8%
- #29 A Song in Elyel Nalore
78% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Action RPG 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Adventure 8.2%, Action 8.2%
- #30 Eggventure
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TLD_Productions
Windows
Eggventure is a 2D Metroidvania platformer where you play as Egbert, an egg on a mission to rescue his friends from becoming breakfast.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 10.7%, Lore-Rich 7%
- #31 Cyan Breach
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChiCheng Studio
Windows
Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Action RPG 27.1%, Adventure 7.4%, 2D 5.9%, RPG 5.8%
- #32 Berry
76% matchVery Positive99% of 139 reviews2021
Dev: Robert BorghesePub: KOMODO
Windows
Berry is a short orthogonal 3D platformer about a tiny, blue spider. Gain new abilities, weave through projectiles, collect and purchase a variety of items, and combat various bosses in this tiny metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Dark Humor 12.7%, Action 12%, Adventure 10.2%
- #33 THORN DEMON HUNTER
77% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Action RPG 20.9%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, RPG 9.1%, Action 6.5%
- #34 Souldiers
74% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.4%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Action 6.3%, Lore-Rich 5.5%
- #35 Aldebaran Legend
76% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Solitude Games
Windows
In a village located to the south, there is one of the twelve guardians, the warrior of Leo, known for his determination in combat and number of victories. Our hero will be responsible for finding the mystical artifacts, to prevent the kingdom from being bathed in blood and darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Action RPG 25.1%, RPG 12.7%, Action 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #36 Orcen Axe
75% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2022
Dev: origamihero games
Windows
Necromancy, wizards, dragons and a lost love? Better grab that magical axe of yours and get your life back on track!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Dark Humor 12.5%, Action 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, RPG 9.7%
- #37 Dispersio 2
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 33 reviews2021
Dev: Achpile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dispersio 2 is a retro-style metroidvania. As you progress through the game, you will gain new abilities, such as dashing, wall-jumping and more. There's even a hard mode for hardcore players. Can you beat the game with only 1 HP?
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.4%, Action-Adventure 14.6%, Adventure 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Action 9.2%
- #38 Scars of the Soul
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShunGuang Games
Windows
The two countries went to war, unleashing forbidden powers. Years later, monsters ravage the land. The protagonist awakens, battles the monsters, explores the world, uncovers the truth of the past, and seeks to recover lost memories—a lonely journey of wandering and struggling against oneself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Action RPG 24.2%, RPG 12.4%, Top-Down 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #39 The Weird Dream
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 111 reviews2024
Dev: UMO StudioPub: WhisperGames
Windows
The Weird Dream is a 2D Metroidvania game set in the ruins of Alpha City. Control a mysterious rabbit, confront mutated inhabitants, level up your skills, and unravel the truth behind Alpha City's destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.8%, Action RPG 16.8%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Adventure 8.7%, Action 8.6%
- #40 Arrow Hood
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Insane Squad Games
Windows
Unleash your destiny in a medieval fantasy open world realm. Battle through fierce foes in this top-down action-adventure with metroidvania elements. Be part of the rise of the Kingdom!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Action RPG 17.5%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, RPG 8.6%, Action 7.3%
- #41 Endless Darkness
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GameLab
Windows · Mac · Linux
Evil has taken over the world but it created you in the process, now you are the only hope left.. Jump into the darkness and become a true hero!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Action RPG 23%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, RPG 11.3%, Action 10.6%
- #42 Noad: The Priest
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Falling Spring
Windows
Noad: The Priest is a 2D action adventure game. It tells the story of a priest who begins an expedition where an unknown black substance 'Adven' flows out of the gate and cannot return beyond it. Face the truth with newcomers beyond the gate!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Action 11.4%, Adventure 10%, Top-Down 8%
- #43 地府行记
71% matchMixed45% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 地府开发商
Windows
In this game, you'll take on the role of a Taoist priest who traverses through the mysterious world of the afterlife in order to find his missing wife. They explore seven distinct realms, combat with various monsters, collect items, unlock new spells, unveil the truth behind the entire event.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Action RPG 14.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Action 9.8%, Adventure 8.5%
- #44 魂途 Xoul
71% 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 38.8%, Action RPG 19.7%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, RPG 7.9%, Lore-Rich 7.3%
- #45 Traveler's Refrain
70% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Red Essence GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Action RPG 24.1%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, RPG 7.1%, Action 6.9%
- #46 Elliot Quest
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 189 reviews2014
Dev: Ansimuz GamesPub: PlayEveryWare
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Elliot Quest is an adventure/RPG where players explore the mysterious Urele island in search of an ancient demon. With 5 dungeons to conquer, 16 bosses to defeat, and countless treasures to discover and hidden areas. Well-balanced gameplay easy to pick up but challenging to master.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, RPG 10.9%, Action 10.2%, Adventure 9.8%
- #47 Roots of Cinder
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Action RPG 22.5%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Top-Down 7.3%, RPG 6.9%
- #48 Shattered Divinities
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StellarSoul
Windows
In Shattered Divinities, embark on an adventure that pits you directly against divinity itself! An ancient War of Gods shattered the world, and their broken power has become the Calamities that consume all life. How will you survive in this land? And how will you uncover the secrets behind the War?
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.8%, Action RPG 17.6%, RPG 7.4%, Action 7%, Adventure 6.4%
- #49 Evil Castle & Princess
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GameLightProject
Windows
"Evil Castle & Princess" is a game similar to Metroid Castlevania, mainly a horizontal action game based on exploration and combat. Wear your favorite weapons to explore the mysterious and dangerous relic castle! Destroy all the monsters that block you and find the secrets of the magic castle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Action RPG 25.2%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Action 5.9%, Adventure 5.1%
- #50 Prelude To Freedom 异闻录:红
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Giant Rabbit Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prelude To Freedom is a Metroidvania-style 2D top-down action game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Action RPG 19.5%, Action-Adventure 12%, Top-Down 8.2%, RPG 7.9%
- #51 Garm Ruins
68% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2024
Dev: kiukiu
Windows
An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54%, Action-Adventure 20.9%, Action 16.4%, 2D 7.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #52 Umbra
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ludum Elite
Windows
Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Action RPG 19%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, RPG 7%, Lore-Rich 6.9%
- #53 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Action RPG 24.5%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action 8.3%, RPG 8.2%
- #54 Life on Mars Remake
70% matchPositive93% of 42 reviews2017
Dev: Oscar Kenneth Albero Ingles
Windows
Remake of the 8 bits MSX2 game of the same name, with a 16 bits look. Genre: Metroidvania (2D Metroid/Castlevania style) with RPG elements. Explore, investigate, find improvements for your suit, find weapons, upgrade your weapons in workshops, fight incredible mutants...
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, Action 13.3%, RPG 13%, Adventure 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #55 Nyana
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OrionGames Inc
Windows
Join Nyana on her quest to both shatter the chains that have shackled her people and rebuild their society back up from the brink of extinction. Nyana is a story rich metroidvania set in an oppressive, yet beautifully hand-drawn world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, Action 14.2%, Adventure 12.4%, 2D 6%
- #56 Aeronesia
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Things by Filip
Windows
Aeronesia is a non-linear platform RPG with emphasis on exploration, combat, dialogue and quest-based progression. After an accident transports you and hundreds of other people into an alien world, it's up to you to find a way to survive and discover some means of getting back home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Action RPG 21.7%, Dark Humor 13.6%, RPG 7.9%, Action 6.8%
- #57 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
67% matchVery Positive85% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 7.6%, Adventure 7.5%
- #58 BeforeDisaster
66% match7 user reviews86% of 7 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 54.4%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Action 9.1%, Adventure 8.4%, Combat 5.4%
- #59 Apu's Journey
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cristiano Marques RosaPub: Dream Stories
Windows · Linux
Apu's Journey is an retro action-rpg, you can complete dungeons, defeat creatures, collect items and improve your skills!
Why similar: Action RPG 24.5%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, RPG 13.5%, Adventure 12.1%, Action 11.6%
- #60 A Handful of Dust
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BVS Studios
Windows
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, Action RPG 20.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Action 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%