- #1 Ninja boy and Yo-kai
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: キャス
Windows
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 48.7% ★, Metroidvania 44.6%, Action 4.8%, Indie 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #2 Cyber Shadow
96% matchVery Positive84% of 1,490 reviews2021
Dev: Aarne "MekaSkull" HunzikerPub: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.
Why similar: Ninja 43.8% ★, Metroidvania 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Post-apocalyptic 7.6%, Retro 5%
- #3 Ninja VS Zombies
96% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: TYG
Windows
2D ninja action game in the Metroidvania style of exploration. The game is influenced by games from the 8bit/16bit era, with a focus on the Metroid and Castlevania series. Explore vast dungeons and destroy the "Demon King," the avenger of the ninja clan!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Ninja 26.1% ★, Old School 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Action 4.3%
- #4 The Messenger
95% matchVery Positive93% of 12,834 reviews2018
Dev: SabotagePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.
Why similar: Ninja 41.4% ★, Metroidvania 31.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Retro 5.4%, 2D Platformer 3.6%
- #5 Ninja Brigade feat. Jonah Weingarten
94% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Impawsible Games
Windows
A fast-paced pixel art metroidvania, where the musician Jonah Weingarten is drawn to feudal Japan via an arcade station. Once there, he must face vicious yokai hordes and beat the game to return to his own era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Ninja 31.5% ★, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, 2D Platformer 7.1%
- #6 Fall from Space
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Joel JarmanPub: TBD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fall from Space is a non-linear, sci-fi ARPG for the Gameboy. Combining Metroidvanian action with an open world RPG, and an epic story that spans a solar system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Post-apocalyptic 21.9%, Old School 14.9%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Nonlinear 8.1%
- #7 Ninja Senki DX
93% matchMostly Positive71% of 106 reviews2016
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Kinuhime was killed by a ninja demon. Now, Hayate has become obsessed with revenge! But can revenge bring her back?
Why similar: Ninja 48.1% ★, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Old School 12.3%, Indie 8.2%, Action 7.1%
- #8 Ninja Outbreak
92% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2016
Dev: Renegade Sector Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Survive in an off-world research station that has been overrun by a contagion that turns its victims into bloodthirsty Ninja.
Why similar: Ninja 41.7% ★, Metroidvania 30.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Indie 6.1%, Action 5.4%
- #9 The Legend of Tobimaru
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mushin Games
Windows
A challenging old-school platforming adventure that sees you learning Nimpo skills and using them to fight your way through the most powerful ninja warriors.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Ninja 32.3% ★, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 7%, 2D Platformer 6.5%
- #10 Bushiden
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel Arc Studios
Windows
Your sister has vanished and rumors swirl that Gaoh has been resurrected with an evil army at his command. Explore for cybernetic upgrades until you are powerful enough to defeat the diabolic Gaoh and his cybergenetic army once and for all in this futuristic, action platformer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Ninja 27.8% ★, Nonlinear 8.3%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #11 Codename: Mallow
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ancalabro Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
A human ninja fused to an experimental battle suit of extradimensional origin, Mallow is now Earth's only hope against an imminent alien invasion.
Why similar: Ninja 39.8% ★, Pixel Graphics 18.9%, Metroidvania 9.1%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #12 Nine Lives Ninja: Explore!
89% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2024
Dev: JX Games
Windows
Take control of a cat (who also happens to be a ninja) in this platformer with metroidvania elements! Explore the ancient cave system and find new powers to help you overcome obstacles in your search for the Fountain of Kitty Youth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Ninja 31.7% ★, Old School 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Action 6.6%
- #13 SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance
88% matchVery Positive82% of 4,042 reviews2025
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4.
Why similar: Ninja 46.2% ★, Metroidvania 36.8%, 2D Platformer 9%, Action 7.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #14 EXIL
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mystic Clockwork Studio
Windows
A Mystical Anime-Inspired Metroidvania. Embark on an adventure through a mystical world full of magical creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.3%, Post-apocalyptic 22.2%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Action 5.6%
- #15 Piroot
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Frank Force Games
Windows
Journey to the center of the planet in Piroot, an open world adventure! Explore and survive as a shipwreck's lonely survivor. What secrets lie at the planet's core, and can you trust the voice leading you there?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Old School 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9%, Nonlinear 7.8%
- #16 Nihilsearch
86% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Team_Bug
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in the pixelated 2D world of "Nihilsearch" on a lifeless mechanical planet. Explore dark underground complexes, battle hostile machines and life forms, and meet diverse humans, life forms, and machines. Discover the meaning of life and create your own adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Sci-fi 9.7%, 2D Platformer 8.6%
- #17 STRIDER™ / ストライダー飛竜®
86% matchVery Positive81% of 4,181 reviews2014
Dev: Double Helix GamesPub: Capcom
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 49.3% ★, Metroidvania 42.5%, Action 3.7%, Retro 2.4%, Sci-fi 1.8%
- #18 Shadow King
84% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2023
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Retro 6.2%
- #19 JETBOY
85% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: GameOverDog
Windows · Mac
Jetboy is a retro supercharged jetpacking pixel shooter with a pumping metal soundtrack.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.8%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Sci-fi 19%, Retro 10.6%, Old School 2.3%
- #20 Cryselts
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: B3N Games Studio
Windows · Mac
Cryselts is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania focused on exploration, modular suits, and ranged combat, set in a hostile world corrupted by a mutagenic threat. Join the Cryselts, an elite task force designed to protect the planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Post-apocalyptic 19.6%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Nonlinear 7.9%, Sci-fi 7%
- #21 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
83% 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 50.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Action 4.7%
- #22 PATHFINDER 08
82% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10%, Nonlinear 5.9%
- #23 The Bounty Huntress
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: IC Games
Windows
In this a Metroidvania style game made in crispy pixel art, Join Rhea , a bounty huntress with a task to save some people who have been kidnapped and taken to an old abandoned castle where there are many dangers, she needs your help to rescue these people and to bring peace to the city of Vaunard
Why similar: Metroidvania 55%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Old School 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9%, Action 5.9%
- #24 Vitrified
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Burning Fort Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Vitrified is a post-apocalyptic metroidvania where survival depends on teamwork with your robotic friend ALAN. Explore a mysterious mutant wasteland, upgrade ALAN with abilities to unlock new areas, and uncover the secrets of The Worm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Post-apocalyptic 26.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Nonlinear 8.1%
- #25 Dispersio 2
81% 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 57.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Action 5.9%, Retro 4.6%
- #26 GoldFish Brain
80% 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 62%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Indie 6.2%, Action 3.8%
- #27 Him
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Gumbo Day
Windows
Thousands of spaceships entered the galaxy to mine what does not belong to them! Him is a third person casual game where the player runs and jump between home planets to destroy the invading space pirates and their spaceships under a limited time before they mine the lands.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.3%, Old School 13.9%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Action 5.4%, Retro 4.3%
- #28 Fly to hope
79% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Huhi Games
Windows
Fly to hope is a platformer action game. Use your shotgun and machete to overcome enemies. Fight with strong bosses and collect 3 missing part of your aircraft.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Post-apocalyptic 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, 2D Platformer 6.8%, Action-Adventure 5.3%
- #29 Jessica's Uncomfortable Hanukkah Adventure
78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Dog and Spider Productions
Windows
It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.3%, Old School 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Nonlinear 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #30 The Blue Pommel: Katsuo's Quest
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jsr Games
Windows
An open-world platform RPG where you take on the role of Katsuo in a quest to save his beloved, Sayuri. The game features various mechanics such as jumping, wall climbing, a wide array of combat weapons, trading with NPCs, experience progression, and stat development.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Ninja 34.2% ★, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
- #31 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
76% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.4%, Old School 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, 2D Platformer 6.3%, Nonlinear 4.8%
- #32 史莱狗(Slimg)
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cow Studio
Windows
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 52%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Old School 7.6%
- #33 Heart Forth, Alicia
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alonso Martin
Windows · Mac · Linux
A terror in the sky is bent on exterminating a young wizard and her loved ones. Featuring a riveting and sinister story, set out to explore a vast world in this modern Metroidvania RPG, filled with devious monsters, lethal dungeons, creative puzzles, lively towns & many uncharted wonders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Post-apocalyptic 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #34 TAKE BOMB: The suit take off
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nao Games
Windows
This is an action game in which the player cannot jump by himself, but jumps with the blast of a bomb. You can dash with the blast on your back, and even attack with bombs, allowing you to enjoy bombs to the fullest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.4%, Sci-fi 15.9%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Action 8.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #35 Souldiers
75% 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 61.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Combat 4.9%, Action 4.1%
- #36 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Old School 13.6%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Sci-fi 8%
- #37 Avemary Rocket -Captain Patchwork-
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ステサンゲームズPub: room6
Windows
Join our brave captain on this action adventure in space! You'll be riding The Patchwork, a less than ideal spaceship, but enough to get away from pursuers. However, you'll be facing malfunctions, fires, enemies attacking... When it rains, it pours.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Retro 7.5%
- #38 L'intrépide, le futur de l'imparfait
74% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: Alexis HernandezPub: Artificial Captain
Windows
L'intrépide is a classic action/plateformer solo game with a touch of stupid humor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Post-apocalyptic 16.2%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Old School 8.5%
- #39 The Ninja
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Anthony Antunovic
Windows
Adventure through the dark region of the Hado empire to find what is in the darkness that lies there and to go up against enemies that'll try to stop you.
Why similar: Ninja 51.5% ★, Metroidvania 26.9%, 2D Platformer 8%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Action 4.1%
- #40 Axiom Verge 2
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 907 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.2%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Sci-fi 9%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
- #41 Basket Brawl DX
73% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: SpicyFusePub: DevenEleven
Windows
Embark on a quest with Himari and her friends! Traverse 40+ rooms, unlock characters, and groove to chiptune tunes in this speedy platformer.
Why similar: Ninja 29.9% ★, Metroidvania 28%, Post-apocalyptic 12.6%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #42 Ninjas Against the Machines
73% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Ome6a Games
Windows
The world is depending on you, Ninja! Powerful machines have traveled through time to destroy all of humanity! Equipped with your bo staff, your javelin, and your wits, you must take the machines head on, utilizing any and all futuristic technology you can find along the way.
Why similar: Ninja 61% ★, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Action 6.8%
- #43 The Instruments Of Faith: Padua's Destiny
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boss Battle Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Instruments Of Faith Padua's Destiny is an epic apocalyptic 2D pixel Metroidvania fantasy action-adventure video game. Journey through the Universe as Young Padua, one of the 7 Guardian protectors of the Universe, to restore the balance of Good over Evil before it is too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Old School 16.8%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #44 A Game with a Kitty 1 & Darkside Adventures
71% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: origamihero games
Windows
Foil a little nerd's world domination plans with Kittey in A Game with a Kitty 1 and help a grumpy little Archchancellor solve a mystery in Darkside Adventures! And as a bonus, the collection also features Treasure Hunter Man 1.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, Old School 15.3%, Nonlinear 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #45 Axiom Verge
71% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 68.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Indie 4.4%, Retro 3.9%
- #46 Overbowed
69% matchVery Positive91% of 86 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 53.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, 2D Platformer 7.7%, Action-Adventure 6.3%, Retro 6.1%
- #47 Eystrandi
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leiksmidr studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Nonlinear 4.5%
- #48 KUNAI
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 589 reviews2020
Dev: TurtleBlazePub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%
KUNAI is a quirky, fast-paced action platformer. You play as Tabby, a tablet who joins the fight against a robot uprising. Use your kunai and ninja parkour skills to stop Lemonkus, the A.I.-gone-evil that almost wiped out all human life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Ninja 27.3% ★, Indie 12.4%, Action 10.4%, Post-apocalyptic 9.5%
- #49 Maelstrom
69% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Action 5.5%
- #50 StarCore Legacy
69% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Remake to 2016's Legends of the Universe - StarCore, a Metroidvania style Action-Platformer with several abilities, enemies and areas to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Old School 17.9%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Retro 6.1%
- #51 Croakspire
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
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 55.8%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Action 5.3%
- #52 Environmental Station Alpha
68% matchVery Positive83% of 1,601 reviews2015
Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 67.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Indie 4.8%, Sci-fi 4.1%, Retro 3.5%
- #53 Red Bit Ninja
70% matchMostly Negative30% of 33 reviews2015
Dev: Seven Sails Games
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Red Bit Ninja is an old school platformer with a rope climbing physic and difficulty of the good old times. It features classic pixel art, hair pulling levels and five mean bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Ninja 33.9% ★, Old School 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, 2D Platformer 6.5%
- #54 Odallus: The Dark Call
68% matchVery Positive88% of 1,345 reviews2015
Dev: JoyMasher
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Retro 8.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Indie 6%
- #55 House of Shadow
67% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: High Clarity Games
Windows
House of Shadow is an action-adventure metroidvania wherein you wield the powers of darkness! Explore, traverse obstacles, battle monsters born of light, slay fearsome bosses, and claim the Shadow Throne!
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Action-Adventure 14%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Nonlinear 9%, 2D Platformer 5.7%
- #56 Super Beefit
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bad Castle
Windows
Help Beefit brave perilous lands and cavernous depths to rescue his bovine love in this tight, precision platformer with responsive controls, and skill-based gameplay.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.5%, Action-Adventure 11%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Old School 9.2%, Action 7.5%
- #57 Echoes of Nox
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Orange Party
Windows
Explore the Echoes of Nox amongst the war between 3 factions of robots. Uncover new tools and take territory as the dynamically changing rooms switch hands between the different AIs and yourself. Reveal the secrets of the past and discover why you alone were left in this station.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Post-apocalyptic 18.8%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #58 Voivod: The Nuclear Warrior
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chaosmonger Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A brutal action metroidvania set in a world where reality is breaking apart. Battle biomechanical mutants, traverse shifting landscapes, and uncover fragments of your lost mind as you push deeper into a twisted post-apocalyptic nightmare.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Post-apocalyptic 23%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, 2D Platformer 6.7%
- #59 Astalon: Tears of the Earth
65% matchVery Positive90% of 1,437 reviews2021
Dev: LABS WorksPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Post-apocalyptic 22.8%, Old School 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.8%