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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 24%, Lore-Rich 20.1%, Dark 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Exploration 6.7%

A story rich narrative puzzle game in which an artist comes to terms with their grief. Explore an infinitely recursive world of strange fractal beauty and solve mind-bending puzzles. Confront the ineffable and chat with your cat in a search for meaning and hope.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.1%, Emotional 15%, Puzzle 10.5%, Exploration 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

Hopeguard is a third-person dark fantasy game about loss and acceptance. You have been chosen to eliminate the Dragon Queen, but the confrontation will not go as expected. Journey through caves, ruins, and forests to solve environmental puzzles and fulfill your quest -but with a new perspective.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23.3%, Emotional 17.7%, Medieval 10.4%, Magic 8.5%, Puzzle 7.6%

Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!

Why similar: Metroidvania 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Dark 13%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Medieval 8.4%

A deep wordless metroidvania with 20+ hours of exploration through fog-covered ruins and the remnants of a lost world. Gain new abilities, uncover hidden paths and discover meaning without dialogue or guidance.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 20.1%, Post-apocalyptic 15.6%, Story Rich 6.4%, Atmospheric 6.3%

Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 21.2%, Emotional 16%, Lore-Rich 15.5%, Dark 13.8%, Atmospheric 7.4%

Retro Machina is a single-player action and exploration game set in a retro-futuristic universe. Experience the journey of a little robot as it solves intricate puzzles and begins unraveling the mysteries of a world long forgotten.

Why similar: Emotional 15.1%, Metroidvania 14.2%, Post-apocalyptic 12.2%, Puzzle Platformer 11.8%, Dark 9.7%

The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.

Why similar: Emotional 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Puzzle Platformer 12.9%, Puzzle 9.8%, Relaxing 8.7%

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 19.7%, Emotional 16.8%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Story Rich 9.1%, Puzzle 7.9%

Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.4%, Metroidvania 12.6%, Magic 11%, Medieval 9.8%, Exploration 7.8%

Testament is a first-person single-player action-adventure game with bits of RPG and metroidvania elements set in a post-apocalyptic fantasy world. It offers a mixed combat with different possibilities and combination by sword, spells and bow while it is rich with platforming and puzzles.

Why similar: Metroidvania 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Lore-Rich 11%, Post-apocalyptic 8.9%, Magic 8.5%

Embark upon a tragic tale and discover the ravaged world of Elypse! Fight your destiny in an arduous 2D adventure, story rich platformer, in a mesmerising and mysterious world.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 28.1%, Metroidvania 24.9%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Dark 10.8%, Atmospheric 7.3%

Your brother is corrupted. The Blight is spreading. Only you can stop it. Colossus is an atmospheric pixel action-adventure where you master precise combat, explore a vast dark fantasy world, and make choices that permanently scar the kingdom of Eireos.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.6%, Emotional 15.4%, Magic 11%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Puzzle 7.9%

An atmospheric exploration game set in a Dark Fantasy world. Explore the ruins of an ancient civilisation and uncover it's forgotten past through a short nonlinear story with timeless retro graphics.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 24.6%, Lore-Rich 14%, Adventure 13.7%, Exploration 11.4%, Medieval 9.4%

Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 33%, Exploration 17.4%, Magic 12.4%, Story Rich 10.5%, Fantasy 10.1%

Experience the altered memories of a dying man, reliving his entire life as a little boy while lying on his deathbed. Explore the profound depths of his subconscious as you assist Griffin to shed the remains of his miserable life before his impending demise.

Why similar: Emotional 21.1%, Puzzle Platformer 17.4%, Dark 12.3%, Story Rich 8.9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Dark Fantasy 20.6%, Adventure 13.5%, Action 13.4%, Dark 9.5%

Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Lore-Rich 18%, Magic 9.4%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

A dark metroidvania where your shaman drum is the only weapon against the Abyss. The music of the ancients becomes your blade, and every battle is a ritual on the edge of death.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Dark 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Atmospheric 10%, Magic 9.4%

Ex Natura: Nature Corrupted is a souls-like game with Enrage mechanic which sets in a Nature themed dark fantasy world. Fight your way from the deepest dungeons to the top of the clouds and save the corrupted nature in this mysterious "pre-human" era-themed epic story.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.1%, Dark 14.6%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Relaxing 9.7%, Fantasy 8.7%

Strayed Lights is a colourful action-adventure featuring epic boss fights and a unique parry-based combat system. Shift between colours to repel attacks and strike back. Explore a dreamlike world as you restore your light that was torn by shadows.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.6%, Emotional 17.4%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Stylized 9.8%, Atmospheric 8.4%

Balance the weight of the GIGASWORD, battling between brain and brawn. Solve intricate puzzles, discover covert chambers, and slash through foes as Ezra fights to reach the top of the Nestrium and recover the God Crystal within. Can he restore the world's coherency before it's too late?

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Puzzle Platformer 18.5%, Emotional 16.8%, Medieval 8%, Puzzle 7.9%

Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Lore-Rich 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Dark 12%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

A uniquely stylised survival-horror adventure game. Explore a dying world, averting enemies, managing your resources, and solving puzzles.

Why similar: Emotional 20.4%, Dark 18.3%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Stylized 11.2%, Atmospheric 10.3%

Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a warrior, a werewolf, or join the darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Magic 9%, Medieval 8.6%

Embark on a journey to The Smiling Islands, the realm of the Saviors, where an enigmatic guide beckons. The seasoned narrator has shared this story countless times, yet none have graced the miraculous land. Can you seize your narrative and ascend as a Savior?

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 29.8%, Puzzle Platformer 21.6%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Stylized 10.7%, Story Rich 8.9%

Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Lore-Rich 24.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Story Rich 7.8%

Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Dark Fantasy 22%, Lore-Rich 9.1%, Exploration 7.6%, Story Rich 7.6%

Shipwrecked on a myth-shrouded island, play as rookie pirate Marcus “Rookie” Ramsey and explore haunting biomes, face unforgiving combat, and unravel a deep-sea curse in search of your lost crew, the Angry Mermaids.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 20.4%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Stylized 8.3%, Story Rich 7.4%

Join RIN, the last child of the Creator, on a journey to restore order in a mystical world. Collect aspects and runes, craft spells, and confront powerful bosses - your transformed siblings. The fate of the world rests in your hands. Can you restore harmony to this enchanted realm?

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Emotional 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Exploration 7.9%, Magic 7.6%

An action adventure about a ghost’s journey through the afterlife. Possess enemies and the environment and fend off hostile spirits in pursuit of starry fragments from a past life.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.7%, Emotional 17.1%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Stylized 9.2%, Exploration 8.4%

A challenging action-adventure game. Explore a foggy abandoned island, fight knights, slugs and ghosts, and make your way to an old corrupted keep.

Why similar: Dark 23.4%, Medieval 20.7%, Adventure 16.2%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Exploration 11.1%

Awaken as a soul from the Underworld. Discover who you are and explore an ever-changing open world full of mystery. Battle beasts and gods, or forge alliances with them. Die and be reborn in this adventure.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 28%, Exploration 15.8%, Story Rich 13.8%, Atmospheric 13.4%, Fantasy 13.2%

Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Dark Fantasy 21.1%, Dark 10.6%, Atmospheric 7.7%, Story Rich 7.7%

Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 32.8%, Dark Fantasy 25.7%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Story Rich 10.5%, Action 7.9%

Airoheart is a top-down action-adventure RPG inspired by the classics. Embark on an epic journey to save the world from evil and test the strength of your heart in this emotional tale of betrayal, tragedy and redemption.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.4%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Relaxing 13.2%, Emotional 13.1%, Story Rich 10.4%

Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 23%, Dark 14.6%, Medieval 12.3%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Traverse a chaotic and crumbling realm of dreams composed of liminal spaces. Adapt to the world’s odd rules as a Dreamer, and defy others like you to escape the strange and eclectic subconscious landscape.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 33.9%, Medieval 14.2%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Exploration 10.7%, Fantasy 9.1%

Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike set in a beautiful sun-lit world inspired by Italian folklore where the brightest sun casts the darkest shadow. Wear unique role-altering masks, face formidable foes and alter reality with the power of Ardore to unravel the secrets of Enotria.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 36.3%, Medieval 17.9%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Fantasy 12%, Exploration 9.7%

A fantasy pixel-style Metroidvania roguelike game. The amnesiac witch picks up her reliable broom and embarks on a journey with Elf companions to defeat the Villain and regain their homeland, unveil the conspiracy. Through the magic mirror, break the 4th wall and find the truth!

Why similar: Lore-Rich 54.2%, Medieval 20.1%, Story Rich 15.4%, Adventure 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Dark Fantasy 23.1%, Dark 8%, Action 8%, Magic 7.2%

A dark fantasy action adventure where you unbury a tale of intimacy and violence in order to cleanse a demonic infestation from a once-beautiful land.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 29.1%, Post-apocalyptic 21.7%, Adventure 10.7%, Action 10.3%, Stylized 9%

Explore the haunting, dreamlike fantasy world of BEFORE I GO, a punishing Metroidvania where you embody the innocence of an inner child on an allegorical odyssey towards death acceptance. The end is inevitable, but will you brave the journey?

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Dark Fantasy 32.5%, Atmospheric 8.8%, Exploration 7.5%, Action 7.3%

Explore an interconnected world full of platforming challenges in this short metroidvania. Reach new areas by swinging from ceilings, throwing bombs, bouncing off spikes, and more. Examine dozens of artifacts, commune with forgotten gods, and piece together what happened to Auridia.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Lore-Rich 12.3%, Exploration 9.6%, Story Rich 9.6%, Atmospheric 9.5%

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Dark Fantasy 22.6%, Story Rich 8.9%, Atmospheric 8.7%, Action 7.3%

A short, fully voiced, story-first adventure across two worlds. Rearrange words into platforms in Izzy’s diary, then wield word magic to shape your path in the fantasy she writes. Gentle puzzles, watercolour wonder, and a bittersweet story of family, loss, and healing.

Why similar: Emotional 24.2%, Puzzle Platformer 24.1%, Puzzle 9.7%, Relaxing 9.4%, Story Rich 8.7%

Escape the depths of an otherworldly labyrinth in this cinematic puzzle platformer. Explore a hauntingly beautiful world, with three playable characters, in one dark, interconnected story.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.8%, Dark 16.9%, Emotional 16.6%, Story Rich 9.3%, Exploration 9%

Stray Blade is an action-adventure where you play a rogue Adventurer exploring the ancient Valley of Acrea with your companion, the Xhinnon wolf Boji. Unveil the history of the forgotten valley and master the powers of the three Acrean Metals to restore balance to this war-torn land.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Action-Adventure 18.6%, Exploration 14.2%, Fantasy 10.3%, Action 7.2%

Fight, Zefiro! Arm yourself with the power of chess and explore Medhelan, a land haunted by the Plague of Angels, in a dark action-adventure with soulslike elements. Will you be able to return to Heaven?

Why similar: Dark 24%, Medieval 22.5%, Atmospheric 14.6%, Fantasy 10.5%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

Dreamed Away is an emotional action-adventure RPG with psychological horror elements. Play as Théo, a boy lost in a dark, mysterious world. Explore a unique reality, duel against darkness in a unique, fast paced combat system and mind your choices.

Why similar: Emotional 24.3%, Action-Adventure 18.9%, Story Rich 16.9%, Exploration 14.1%, Atmospheric 10.5%

Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Dark Fantasy 23.9%, Atmospheric 8.1%, Exploration 7.4%, Story Rich 6.9%

A story driven solo RPG inspired by oldschool games like RuneScape and Ultima Online! Explore a sprawling medieval fantasy world full of npcs with dialogue, level skills, fight varied monsters and uncover the story of Rothar Aercrest – the cursed lord to the remote woodlands of Imberthale.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.9%, Lore-Rich 19.3%, Medieval 15.3%, Magic 11%, Adventure 10.6%

After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 58.5%, Adventure 16.2%, Action 15.8%, Story Rich 7.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Immerse yourself in the world of Decay Of Logos and unravel its mysteries. Explore old dungeons, battle unforgiving foes and journey through a vibrant interconnected fantasy realm with your mystical elk companion.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 28.9%, Magic 17.1%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Exploration 12.1%, Fantasy 10.8%

Metroidvania dungeon crawler about Death & Grief full of puzzles, secrets & challenges. Inspired by old GameBoy Color games with Retro Pixel Art Aesthetics but with challenging boss fights & Lore-Rich

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 20.6%, Post-apocalyptic 15.8%, Medieval 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8%

A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Dark Fantasy 23.8%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Exploration 8.1%, Action 7.7%

Dive into the immersive world of Retrace the Light, a captivating 2.5D action-adventure game centered around the "Spatial Retracing" feature. Assume the role of an Enforcer working for a super AI in a futuristic world, exploring the depths of human consciousness and healing their emotional wounds.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Exploration 12.4%, Stylized 12%, Puzzle 11.6%

Lost in darkness, a boy drawn into a twisted dream, no way out. Vapor World: Over The Mind is a narrative-driven souls-like platformer focused on deflection combat. Descend into a shattered mind seeking lost memories. Face the dark, beautiful world born of sorrow and regret.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Dark Fantasy 23.2%, Dark 15.5%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Atmospheric 7.7%

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Emotional 25.6%, Relaxing 13.7%, Stylized 12.4%, Atmospheric 11.6%, Exploration 11.1%

When a nightmare creeps into reality, the only ones that can help are those whose magical powers we’ve believed in since childhood. A brave teddy bear heads to the far side of “happily ever after” to rescue his owner, Alicia.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Metroidvania 17.9%, Emotional 12.1%, Dark 11.6%, Magic 8.9%