60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Metroidvania, Souls-like, Singleplayer.
Deep in the Land of Honshu where ancient traditions and dark secrets converge. In this side-scrolling adventure, you'll wields the swords of Ryota, a betrayed samurai, and his enigmatic savior, Diago. Together, they are the "Shadows of Destruction," a force forged in revenge and shrouded in mystery.
A Handful of Dust
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.
Palace of a Thousand Curses
Parry and thrust your way into a 2.5D action platformer with a unique style-based combat system. As you explore hidden passageways and duel strange creatures, you will need all of your swashbuckling panache to survive.
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 32.7%, Souls-like 16.8%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Swordplay 11.4% ★, Action RPG 10.6%
Parry and thrust your way into a 2.5D action platformer with a unique style-based combat system. As you explore hidden passageways and duel strange creatures, you will need all of your swashbuckling panache to survive.
Why similar: Swordplay 23.7% ★, Metroidvania 18.6%, Souls-like 16.5%, Side Scroller 12.6%, 2.5D 11.7%
VELASTER is a gruesome 3D side-scrolling action combat game set in the Middle-earth called Malum. You will find yourself growing in battles against various monsters and bosses. Take revenge that remains in your fading memories.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Souls-like 20.3%, Side Scroller 13.5%, 2.5D 13%, Action RPG 9.2%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Souls-like 23.8%, 2.5D 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Action RPG 11.6%
Strider returns in a brand new adventure, complete with incredible side-scrolling action, and lightning fast combat all in a massive interconnected world! Download the full game February 19th and become the original assassin!
Why similar: Ninja 36.4% ★, Metroidvania 29.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 11.4%, 2.5D 8.9%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Souls-like 22.2%, 2.5D 13.1%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Action RPG 8.2%
Explore a haunting and punishing world in this 2D action RPG. Lumen Inferius combines fast-paced combat with intricate RPG mechanics. Traverse ancient ruins, dark forests, and decaying castles, uncovering secrets of a cursed land. Your skill and strategy will determine its fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Souls-like 19.3%, Swordplay 17.1% ★, Side Scroller 12.6%, Action RPG 8.7%
Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!
Why similar: Souls-like 26%, Action RPG 14.2%, Metroidvania 13.1%, Swordplay 11.9% ★, 2.5D 9.1%
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 22.7%, 2.5D 13.2%, Action RPG 12.6%, Side Scroller 12%
Legion of Judgment is a Noir action-RPG Metroidvania game that offers a new and deeper player experience. Explore forgotten memories to become stronger, manage a hotel in reality to create a powerful legion and win the war against werewolf guild.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Swordplay 16.9% ★, Side Scroller 12.8%, 2.5D 12.6%, Action RPG 8.7%
Thunder Ronin is a samurai souls-like boss rush. on your way to take revenge on your familty. slash, deflect, and dash through powerful foes. fighting in ancient japan between sakura trees and the glow of the moon.
Why similar: Ninja 35.7% ★, Souls-like 20.6%, Swordplay 20.2% ★, Side Scroller 9.2%, Action RPG 7.2%
Traverse a massive, ruined and beautiful world in this intense, atmospheric action platformer. Steal enemy abilities and fight them back with their own runic magic and deadly swordplay, as you attempt to find your lost twin sister in the sunken kingdom of Ithos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Souls-like 20.3%, Swordplay 18.7% ★, Side Scroller 13.2%, Platformer 7.1%
Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Souls-like 24.6%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 2.5D 13.3%, Platformer 8.4%
Find the leaders of each area and use your skills and reflexes to kill them.
Why similar: Ninja 23.5% ★, Souls-like 21.8%, Swordplay 20.2% ★, Action RPG 11.7%, Realistic 7.1%
“Trizna” is a classic plot-driven 2.5D metroidvania filled with intense battles utilizing the unique features of weapons, evasions, parries, and counterattacks. Explore the mysterious and eerie realm deeply intertwined with pagan beliefs, with blade, magic and a keen mind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Swordplay 20.4% ★, Souls-like 20.2%, 2.5D 13.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%
Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Souls-like 23.5%, Swordplay 19.7% ★, Side Scroller 11.2%, Platformer 6.8%
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 22.6%, Souls-like 20.8%, 2.5D 15.4%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Platformer 7.1%
A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!
Why similar: Souls-like 28.9%, Metroidvania 26.3%, Swordplay 21.2% ★, Action RPG 6.3%, Platformer 6.2%
"Soul Blade" is a 2D platform action game with classic hand-drawn 2D animations that provide a smooth and immersive visual experience. The combat system is built around the "swordplay" mechanism, delivering intense and exhilarating battles.
Why similar: Ninja 25.2% ★, Swordplay 22.1% ★, Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 16.4%, Action RPG 7.3%
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: Souls-like 27%, Swordplay 25.9% ★, Metroidvania 15%, Action RPG 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%
Rot is a 2.5D tag-team action adventure that combines exploration and fighting game mechanics. Explore a dying, dark fantasy world warped by powerful personas known as beacons. Fight, survive, save your home, and watch as the world around is changed as the powers of the beacons strengthen or weaken.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 19.8%, 2.5D 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Action RPG 12.3%
In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.4%, Metroidvania 24.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Action RPG 7.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Souls-like 27%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Action RPG 9.7%, Platformer 8.7%
Meifumado is an action RPG set in a post-apocalyptic, immersive world inspired by Japan.
Why similar: Ninja 23.7% ★, Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 21%, Swordplay 12.4% ★, Action RPG 11.4%
An Action-RPG soulsvania where you explore a seamless and interconnected world through a zoomable map with no loading break. Engage in epic aerial battles, absorb essence to level up, and craft powerful spell combos by defeating brutal bosses and harnessing their Mystic Nature.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 25.5%, Action RPG 12%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 7%
This game is a RPG action type game with female protagonists. Use all kinds of active and passive skills: assassination, back stabbing, rebound, counterattack, pursuit, combo, and active skills to show their skills in the face of a variety of enemies in bloody confrontation.
Why similar: Ninja 25.3% ★, Souls-like 22.4%, Swordplay 20% ★, Action RPG 10%, Stealth 7.4%
Reality broke when the ARGOS jumped into hyperspace. Sister Superior Zola must navigate corridors where her own crew has twisted into monsters, rogue machines hunt the living, and deadly anomalies tear through the ship. Humanity's last survivors lie frozen in cryosleep, depending on you.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.2%, Side Scroller 19.3%, 2.5D 15.9%, Action RPG 12.9%, Combat 6.4%
explore the map and defeat insects
Why similar: Ninja 37% ★, Swordplay 31.2% ★, Side Scroller 11%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Platformer 6.7%
Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 20.8%, Side Scroller 14%, Action RPG 10.9%, Platformer 7.6%
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Souls-like 26.7%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Action RPG 11.2%, Platformer 8.2%
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 31.4%, Souls-like 29.3%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 7%
This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 19.8%, Side Scroller 15%, 2.5D 12.4%, Action RPG 8.1%
The Castle of Xanxillia is an immersive side-scroller action RPG that captures the Metroidvania genre. Play as Leonel, searching for his brother, Lenoel, in the treacherous Castle , ruled by a Dark Lord and corrupt Bishop. Navigate dangerous areas and battle enemies to save Lenoel from evil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Side Scroller 20%, 2.5D 15.1%, Action RPG 12.2%, Swordplay 9.2% ★
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 20.6%, Souls-like 20.6%, 2.5D 15.3%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action RPG 10%
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Souls-like 25.7%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Action RPG 11.5%, Platformer 7.9%
Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.8%, Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 18%, 2.5D 13.3%, Action RPG 8.7%
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 27.3%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Action RPG 14%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options.
Why similar: Ninja 46.8% ★, Stealth 32.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Action 2%
Join your fellow Marked Inquisitors in this online coop successor to award-winning 2016 Soulslike Salt and Sanctuary.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Souls-like 21.9%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Co-op 10.5%, Action RPG 10.3%
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: Souls-like 48.8%, Metroidvania 25.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.3%, Side Scroller 4.9%, Platformer 4.7%
Massi is a retro platformer game with souls like features. Fully made in hand-made pixel art, fun, fast paced. Fighting, exploration, tight controls, puzzle solving, difficult boss fights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 21.9%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Stealth 14.8%, Action RPG 9.5%
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 23.8%, Souls-like 23.6%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Action RPG 12.5%, Co-op 9.4%
Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.
Why similar: Souls-like 36.8%, Metroidvania 33.6%, Swordplay 13% ★, Action-Adventure 6.2%, Platformer 6.1%
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 21.5%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Action RPG 9.9%, Platformer 6.3%
Throw kunai, stop time, and save the princess! Conquer a yokai castle in this fluid 2D Sengoku-era action game, mastering the kunai and the secret "Tokoyo Watari" technique.
Why similar: Ninja 51.5% ★, Metroidvania 43.8%, Action 4.7%
A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.
Why similar: Ninja 32.7% ★, Souls-like 18.9%, Stealth 16.5%, Action RPG 8.2%, Combat 5.6%
A riveting steampunk 2.5D metroidvania set against the backdrop of the sprawling metropolis. Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing fusion of industrial progress and Victorian aesthetics as you embark on a journey throughout the city.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Souls-like 23.6%, Swordplay 18.9% ★, 2.5D 14%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
The Flawless: Art’s Tale is an action adventure game set in a brutal world of cats. Join our young hero, Art, and his droid sidekick for some epic hack 'n' shoot battles, an endearing cast of characters, an unforgettable coming of age story, and a gorgeous hand-drawn art style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Swordplay 21.4% ★, Side Scroller 17.9%, Action RPG 11.2%, Platformer 8.1%
Godly Visage is a 2D Metroidvania with traditional animation. Explore a devastated world, discover secrets, improve your abilities, and face enemies infected by a divine disease.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Swordplay 26.9% ★, Souls-like 26.6%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Dark Fantasy 4%
ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered. 10+ hrs of exploration and fast-paced combat from award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, dynamic melee take-downs, and new Master Challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, 2.5D 19.4%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Platformer 12%, Action 4.3%
Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.
Why similar: Souls-like 45.8%, Metroidvania 29.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%, Action RPG 5.9%, Side Scroller 4.7%
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Souls-like 30.7%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Action RPG 8.3%, Platformer 6.7%
Astra Noctis is a 2.5D Soulslike with Metroidvania elements. A combination of early Soulslike strategic combat, Metroidvania exploration, and modern 2.5D side-scrolling environments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Swordplay 20.7% ★, Souls-like 20.6%, 2.5D 15.4%, Action RPG 8.5%
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.
Why similar: Ninja 47.6% ★, Stealth 30.1%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 7.9%, Action 2.5%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.7%, Metroidvania 27.3%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Action RPG 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%
The barbarian warrior Beholgar returns — and this time, his enemies are otherworldly! Deep beneath the earth, the mighty Djinn King stirs. To prevent his rise and save the world from eternal darkness, Beholgar embarks on a quest for a legendary, ancient sword.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 21%, Swordplay 21% ★, Side Scroller 15.2%, Platformer 6.8%
Boy lost in island and need to look for anyone alive and his mother and need to survive.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Action RPG 18.2%, 2.5D 17.4%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
In "Luminite Era: Expedition," face unique Boss battles, wield arcane spells, and create distinct equipment combos to unveil the Black Mist's secrets and preserve humanity's last Luminite glimmer amid its relentless spread.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Souls-like 27.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.9%, Metroidvania 22.7%, 2.5D 15.3%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Platformer 7.3%
Fight monsters and keep the village safe!
Why similar: Ninja 30.4% ★, Swordplay 24.2% ★, Souls-like 22.5%, Action RPG 9.6%, Action-Adventure 5.7%
