- #1 Reaper of Immortals
97% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Mounaim
Windows
Reaper of Immortals is a pixel-art adventure game, that tells the story of a lost reaper who is seeking his true purpose. Fight your way through countless enemies, reap everything that stands in your way, and find out the ultimate truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Platformer 8.6%
- #2 Fallen Prince
96% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Eridanus Games
Windows
Fallen Prince is an atmospheric combat-focused metroidvania with retro elements. Explore a bleak undead zone, hone your skills and rid the kingdom from your brother's vile sorcery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 9.5%, Mystery 7%
- #3 7th Domain:Tree of Chaos Prologue
96% matchVery Positive84% of 75 reviews2024
Dev: Lightimpact
Windows
"7th Domain" is a horizontal version action game derived from Roguelike Metroidvania combined with treasure grinding gameplay. You will play a child of destiny who repairs the world and finds the truth of the broken world. You will grow in battle and challenge the unknown and hidden forces.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #4 Marko: Beyond Brave
95% matchMostly Positive72% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Studio MechkaPub: Studio Mechka
Windows
Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Platformer 8.6%, Mystery 8.4%
- #5 Ichiro
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: SeikaGames
Windows
This is a difficult metroidvania style game with 90's arcade mechanics. It requires precision jumping and good highlights to shoot and jump.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Hack and Slash 22.9%, Platformer 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
- #6 A Rooftop Tale
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Andrea Putortì Games
Windows · Mac
Explore, solve enigmas and fight mutated creatures in a 2D narrative-driven metroidvania with pets, set on the rooftops and the undergrounds of a flooded countryside, enriched by cinematic cutscenes, diverse scenography and memorable characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Open World 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Platformer 9.7%, Mystery 8.8%
- #7 Sinweaver
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jitterbug Games
Windows · Linux
Sinweaver is a 2D Metroidvania Lite that has you cutting your way through fallen angels and cultists alike as you fight your way through hell to escape a grim afterlife. Explore levels and an interactive overworld map to uncover the worlds secrets and why heavens mightiest have fallen to darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%
- #8 PROFANA
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pyromaniky
Windows
Hack’n’Slash your way to victory in this over-the-top action metroidvania. You are an angel tasked with one mission: infiltrate Hell, find the Devil and bring him to justice. Explore different hellscapes, find amazing new weapons and sanctify all demons with SSSadistic combos in Profana!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 8.3%
- #9 Shyftrs
91% 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 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 8.3%
- #10 7th Domain:Tree of Chaos
90% matchVery Positive86% of 431 reviews2024
Dev: Lightimpact
Windows
"7th Domain" is a horizontal version action game derived from Roguelike Metroidvania combined with treasure grinding gameplay. You will play a child of destiny who repairs the world and finds the truth of the broken world. You will grow in battle and challenge the unknown and hidden forces.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #11 Red's Ascent
89% matchMixed50% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Özgür ÇallıPub: Bitmon Studios
Windows
Red's Ascent will take you on a challenging journey with an action-packed roguelike loop. Every death is an opportunity to respawn and try again, stronger than before. As you battle various enemies in different environments, you'll uncover the reasons behind your actions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, 2D Platformer 10%, Platformer 8.5%
- #12 Artifacts
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Eric LaberPub: Self Published
Windows
Become Strong And Reclaim What You Lost! Artifacts is a 2D adventure platformer set in an ancient interconnected kingdom littered with powerful relics. Collect synergistic artifacts to challenge the mighty, corrupted foes that lurk beneath the ground.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, Platformer 7.8%, Atmospheric 7.4%
- #13 Uncured
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: EndRealm
Windows · Mac · Linux
Uncured, Unhinged, Unyielding. In this unique roguelike platformer you slash your path through masses of infectuous beasts, relentless constructs of steel, and corrupt militaries that stand between you and the antivirus. Begin your journey to the heart of the capital before the time runs out.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 8.7%
- #14 Transiruby
88% matchVery Positive92% of 290 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #15 Lumen Veil
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Obox
Windows
A dark metroidvania where you play as a silent, white-hooded specter drifting through forgotten realms. Master precise hand-drawn platforming and uncover the mystery of the veil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%
- #16 Shroomwalker
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rise Dev
Windows
A roguelite metroidvania set in a hidden realm kept from you for years. Explore, fight, and evolve as a fungal wanderer able to absorb the abilities of your enemies to survive in a world decaying from within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Hack and Slash 20%, Action Roguelike 17.1%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #17 Echoes of You
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unlost Pixel
Windows
Sacrifice parts of your own body and mind to gain powers. Survive the abyss, uncover the many ancient secrets it keeps, and find what your soul truly desires.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Emotional 8.9%, Mystery 8.8%
- #18 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
84% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2026
Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
Windows
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Open World 14.6%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, 2D Platformer 10%
- #19 Ganymede
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Clydeware LLC
Windows
Hack and slash your way through a space station overrun with aggressive alien creatures. Collect upgrade orbs to extend your abilities and conquer convoluted movement puzzles.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Hack and Slash 22.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #20 Momogatari
84% 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 24.2%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Open World 12.5%, Mystery 8.1%, 2D Platformer 8%
- #21 Corrupt
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Gabry Corti
Windows
Survive in a dark and atmospheric action-platformer characterized by environments full of mystery and fearsome enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Platformer 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #22 Pipsqueak!
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pond Games PTY LTD
Windows
Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Platformer 12.3%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Hack and Slash 8.2%
- #23 Faction Reticent
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Alpherisk
Windows
A "whimsical fantasy" action platformer game with an open-ended progression. Utilize the given abilities to you to its fullest potential, and look epic while doing it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Hack and Slash 22.4%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 5.9%
- #24 Rogue Explorer
83% matchMixed56% of 39 reviews2021
Dev: Zoo Corporation
Windows
Pixel Art Hack & Slash Roguelike Action! Do you dare to discover what awaits you deep in the abyss? Explore randomly generated dungeons in a roguelike action experience. Hack and slash enemies, acquire loot, and obtain enhancements to your existing equipment. Start your exploration now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Action Roguelike 19.6%, Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%
- #25 Golden Knight
80% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Guara Studios
Windows
Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #26 Dark Watcher
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matsapura Games
Windows
Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Platformer 9%
- #27 Citadel Knight
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fayvit
Windows
A challenging action game where you explore a dark kingdom, face brutal creatures, and uncover hidden secrets. Fight with strategy, discover powerful relics, and navigate treacherous dungeons as you unravel the mysteries of the Citadel.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Platformer 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #28 Makis Adventure
79% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #29 Dungeon Dot Ruby
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IIShots Entertainment
Windows
Delve into the Master Dungeon as you explore the unyielding tunnels from a top-down view or hop and bop through expansive caverns in 2d-sidescrolling action! Danger and discovery are to be found wherever you are in this retro-style adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Hack and Slash 22.5%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 7%, Platformer 6.6%
- #30 Shadow King
78% 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 35%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Open World 7.6%
- #31 Rabbit's Tale
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Golden Bug Studios
Windows
Rabbit’s Tale, a hand-drawn metroidvania roguelike. Play as a Rabbit in search of his kidnapped family, but along the way something mysterious happens: you get lost in a purple Void, a procedural world where dying is permanent. A Venom-like creature tags along. You bound by survival.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Action Roguelike 15%, Open World 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9.4%
- #32 The Celestial Seeker
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VinciWare
Windows
Irata, a space bounty hunter is caught in a galactic conflict. A rogue federation seeks the fragments of the Eternium Core, an advanced chip that commands all defense systems in the solar system. In this sci-fi Metroidvania, explore, fight, and upgrade your way to stop the enemy and save the galaxy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Open World 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 12%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9.8%
- #33 Hell Being
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BitLife
Windows
Hell Being is a metroidvania where the player explores hell as a hell-born creature, face its challenges and monsters to unlock new powers and find a way out from the injustice of being born in this place.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 11.6%, Open World 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
- #34 Cursemark
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CLYDE gamesPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Hack, slash, and cast your way through a haunted kingdom brimming with secrets where no two builds are ever the same. As a cursed mage-knight you will unlock devastating spells, equip ability transforming runes, and reforge your curse on the path to victory or death in this fantasy action roguelite.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.7%, Action Roguelike 22.2%, Dark Fantasy 20.5%, Open World 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #35 Blood of the Tyrant
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zenmasters Studio P.S.A. Pub: Galaktus
Windows
Experience the weight of gladiatorial combat in this techno-Roman survivor where every weapon swing matters. Clone warrior seeks freedom through arena bloodshed in a cycle of power and corruption.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.1%, Action Roguelike 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action 8.9%
- #36 Overbowed
74% 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 37.8%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Platformer 10.5%, Open World 7.5%
- #37 Immortals Must Die
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: CharlesPGames
Windows
Slay demons in another multiverse as you look for the seals to unlock your divine powers, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.3%, Metroidvania 21.6%, Action Roguelike 18.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #38 Pale Cinder
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OcO
Windows
Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Platformer 8.6%, Atmospheric 7%
- #39 Mira and the Legend of the Djinns
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: littleknightgamesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
An epic 2D pixel art style Metroidvania, inspired by Moroccan culture and spiritual traditions. Wield powerful ancient weapons and forge your way through unrelenting deserts, crumbling necropoli, floating islands and dangerous mountains as you try to uncover the secret of the last Djinn.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Emotional 11.6%, Platformer 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #40 The Forbidden Forest
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Studios
Windows
Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Open World 8.9%
- #41 Bloodline
72% matchMixed65% of 26 reviews2025
Dev: Two Moons
Windows
Revenge against the forces of good! That is the goal of the dark elf Belphora, who wants to avenge the death of her father. Explore the beautiful pixel art world, find items to improve yourself and fight various enemies in this Metroidvania-like game. Fight for glory and revenge!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Dark Fantasy 18%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%
- #42 Harvester of the dead
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TOMAGameStudio
Windows
Uncover the dark story of the 'Harvester of the Dead' in this pixel art Metroidvania. Battle infernal bosses, explore mysterious worlds, gain experience, and unlock powerful spells as you fight to close the gates of hell!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Platformer 9.9%, 2D Platformer 8.9%
- #43 Bread Adventure
70% matchPositive100% of 21 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 39.3%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #44 Being and Becoming
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
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 32.2%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Open World 11.1%, Platformer 10%
- #45 Beku
73% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: WiwiGameStudioPub: Hound Picked Games
Windows
Captured by a plotting king of Beku and forced to embark on a challenging quest to finalise his plans, you'll master your devastating ethereal abilities in this 2D platformer to overcome increasing waves of formidable foes. What secrets will you find along the way?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.1%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #46 Dusted Dusk
71% 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 39.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Platformer 8.9%
- #47 Dvalloc
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ClockSpell
Windows
Become Dvalloc The Dwarf and save your village from cursed rune's corruption! Explore an underground world, battle dangerous enemies, save your dwarven friends and acquire new weapons and abilites, all while admiring stunning pixelart visuals!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Open World 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Mystery 7.8%
- #48 Axiom Verge 2
70% 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 36.8%, Platformer 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Hack and Slash 9.7%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #49 Maelstrom
71% 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 42.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Platformer 7.9%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #50 Rated Mutant
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Malachite Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Slash and Blast through a subterranean laboratory to rescue your father from the evil 'V'. Explore treacherous paths, gruesome monsters and uncover secrets all while mastering unique weapons, in this action packed, death defying Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Hack and Slash 21.3%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, Platformer 8.3%
- #51 Shadow Monarchs Rise
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Gaming Maker
Windows
Shadow Monarch’s Rise is a soulslike action RPG with fast, skill-based combat, many many quests, hidden treasures, epic bosses, and character progression. A Skilltree with epic Powers to unlock! Future updates will include more Skills, areas, Co-Op Gameplay & Bosses who r gonna make u suffer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.9%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Platformer 10.1%
- #52 Orcen Axe
69% 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 34.4%, Platformer 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Hack and Slash 10.1%, Action 7.3%
- #53 Sunken Sky
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Codenightly
Windows · Linux
Welcome to the world of Sunken Sky and get ready for an epic action adventure through a vast open world. No place is beyond your reach - from the tallest mountains to the very minds of others. Battle bizarre creatures and befriend even stranger people. All in a detailed, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Open World 18.2%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 6.3%
- #54 Alpha Sorcerer
68% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Corey Hardman
Windows
An elite sorcerer king with forgotten magical powers mysteriously reappears in a bloody quest for revenge in the supreme action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Hack and Slash 22.2%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%
- #55 Hatone
66% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Devil's Delirium
Windows
Dive into a NES-inspired Action-Platformer with Metroidvania elements. Play as an Illuminati henchman battling fearsome bosses and unearthing secrets in an ancient castle. Fulfill your duty… but are you the architect of your fate—or just a pawn in a game someone else is playing?
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Platformer 9.3%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #56 Micetopia
69% matchMixed41% of 27 reviews2022
Dev: Ninja Rabbit StudiosPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
In Micetopia you play as a brave mouse who must fight, jump and explore its way through a world of mystery. Overcome enemies, gain new powers, and rescue your compatriots from the clutches of their captors. Do you have what it takes for the elder to bestow upon you the title “Hero of Micetopia?”
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 9.3%, Mystery 9.3%
- #57 Gerel: Against The Corvus Empire
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Overwrite Digital Services
Windows · Linux
'Gerel: Against The Corvus Empire' is a 2D, action-platformer with Metroidvania twists. Play as Gerel, a mother on a mission to face the evil Corvus Empire and save her children. Engage in a heartfelt tale of resilience and redemption, in a visually stunning, Mongolian-inspired pixel art world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Emotional 12.4%, Open World 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Platformer 9.7%
- #58 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 39.4%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Atmospheric 8.4%
- #59 Trophy Knight
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GameResort LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a thrilling journey to redemption in this metroidvania style action platformer. Explore a multitude of locations, battle a variety of enemies and solve small puzzles to retrieve collectibles for your trophy room. Unlock new areas by upgrading your weapons and abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Hack and Slash 21.6%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%