- #1 Darxanadon
97% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 21.3%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, 2D Platformer 9.6%
- #2 Catmaze
96% matchVery Positive84% of 587 reviews2018
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Action RPG 11.1%, Platformer 8.9%, Female Protagonist 7.6%
- #3 Whirlwind Magician
95% matchVery Positive98% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Santi Ponce
Windows
Experience the tale of a cheerful girl and a grouchy talking hat in this charming Metroidvania, where every ability is hat-based! Throw the hat to attack enemies, teleport to him to make perilous leaps, and fly him through narrow tunnels of spikes as you escape a dangerous magic forest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
- #4 Witchcrafty
96% matchMixed57% of 79 reviews2022
Dev: PigeonDev
Windows
Witchcrafty is a metroidvania platformer with magical action gameplay, exploration of a weird world, and adorable pixel art graphics. Help the little witch solve the mystery of strange events in the Kingdom, and defeat enemies with fire, lightning, and ice magic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Side Scroller 17.4%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 10.5%, Female Protagonist 9%
- #5 HunterX
94% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 24.5%, Souls-like 23.1%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action RPG 12.3%, Female Protagonist 9.2%
- #6 The Glitch Fairy
94% matchVery Positive100% of 70 reviews2023
Dev: Cannon Cow
Windows
The Glitch Fairy is a fast action platformer starring Monie, a spunky fairy with the unusual power to ''glitch'' her enemies.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.3%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Multiple Endings 10.7%, Cute 7.1%
- #7 Jack Axe: The Trial
93% matchMostly Positive79% of 53 reviews2021
Dev: Keybol GamesPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Be Jack! Throw your axe! Test yourself against The Trial to prove yourself worthy in this speedrunning competition!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Platformer 14.9%, Female Protagonist 13%, Open World 9.2%
- #8 Afterimage
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 9,999 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.2%, Souls-like 15.4%, Side Scroller 11.2%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Action RPG 7.7%
- #9 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
89% matchVery Positive96% of 258 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 41.1%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
- #10 Awita: Journey of Hope
90% matchMostly Positive75% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: ant_game_projects
Windows · Linux
Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 17%, Side Scroller 13.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 7.7%
- #11 Shalnor Legends: Sacred Lands
91% matchMixed68% of 53 reviews2018
Dev: Johnny Ostad
Windows
A Story-Rich RPG/Action-Adventure Game, made by one person over the course of three years. Step into the shoes of the young Elf Rynna, and explore the Sacred Lands. Venture into dangerous dungeons, explore caves and solve puzzles and become the champion of the Goddess Illeria.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.6%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, RPG 10.6%, Story Rich 8.7%
- #12 Witchroid Vania: A Magical Girl’s Fantastical Adventures
88% matchVery Positive91% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: Turkey GamesPub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Action RPG 13.2%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Exploration 8.8%
- #13 Ariana and the Elder Codex
86% matchVery Positive82% of 109 reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Exploration 6.5%
- #14 Lamp Chronicle
89% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Pixellica Corp.
Windows
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.8%, Metroidvania 21%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Platformer 9.2%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #15 Glimmer in Mirror
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 916 reviews2023
Dev: MapleDorm GamesPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.9%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Action RPG 10.4%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #16 Shattered Divinities
83% matchVery Positive94% of 496 reviews2026
Dev: 星魂游戏Pub: TrueColor Games
Windows
Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Platformer 13.9%, Action RPG 7.4%, 2D Platformer 6.6%, Female Protagonist 6.4%
- #17 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
85% matchVery Positive93% of 11,708 reviews2016
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 20.3%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 8.1%
- #18 Potata: fairy flower
86% matchVery Positive81% of 90 reviews2019
Dev: Potata Company
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Adventure platformer about Potata's travel in fairy forest. Reveal all secrets and hidden treasures and don't forget to save the world.
Why similar: Platformer 21.7%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Cute 11.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Multiple Endings 10.3%
- #19 JustAxe
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 77 reviews2024
Dev: Supergalactiс GamedevPub: Targem Games
Windows
Pioneers against aliens! JustAxe is an exciting 2D platformer with puzzles, interactive environments and unusual setting! Solve riddles, combine your moves, and set out to save your hometown and possibly all of humanity... And don’t forget to take your axe with you!
Why similar: Platformer 21.1%, 2D Platformer 19.8%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Exploration 13.3%
- #20 Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World
84% matchVery Positive81% of 165 reviews2021
Dev: G CHOICEPub: Bliss Brain
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The adventures of Asha, the little warrior, begin! Together with her blue sidekick Pepelogoo, she will run through numerous stages and save the Monster World from the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.7%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Platformer 11.1%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action RPG 10.4%
- #21 Alwa's Legacy
82% matchVery Positive87% of 625 reviews2020
Dev: Elden Pixels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 11.9%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #22 Under The Island
79% matchVery Positive93% of 459 reviews2026
Dev: Slime King GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure in Under the Island! A 2D action-adventure steeped in ‘90s charm, step into the shoes of Nia, and battle fierce monsters, solve clever puzzles, and explore a world alive with mystery as you race to save your new home before it’s too late.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.7%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Exploration 14.4%, RPG 12.4%, Multiple Endings 9.1%
- #23 Märchen Forest
82% matchVery Positive81% of 391 reviews2021
Dev: PrimaryOrbitPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
This is the story of a young girl and her magical adventure.
Why similar: RPG 30%, Female Protagonist 22%, Cute 18.3%, Action-Adventure 13%, Exploration 12.1%
- #24 SoulQuest
79% matchVery Positive85% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: SoulBlade Studio LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Carve your path through hordes of enemies, defying the gods to seize the power of Morrigan, Goddess of Death, and retrieve the soul of your beloved! SoulQuest combines amazing gameplay with the unique Celtic mythology into one, action-packed mixture!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.4%, Platformer 19.4%, Female Protagonist 17.6%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Story Rich 9.4%
- #25 Valkyrie Saga
77% matchVery Positive94% of 236 reviews2026
Dev: Public Void
Windows
Join Roll the Valkyrie as she subverts fate in a retro indie platformer taking after PSX classics. Climb, dash, jump, and glide your way up a falling sky island, to stop it from destroying the world below.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Platformer 14.7%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Exploration 11.1%, Multiple Endings 8.8%
- #26 Jack Axe
81% matchMixed67% of 120 reviews2021
Dev: Keybol GamesPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Be Jack! Get an axe! Take Jack (and her sisters) on an axe tossing, single or multiplayer, platforming adventure in a vibrant open world inspired by Filipino and Norse mythology.
Why similar: Platformer 24%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, Open World 14.9%, 2D Platformer 14.6%
- #27 Effie
80% matchMostly Positive75% of 467 reviews2020
Dev: Inverge Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Effie is a 3D action-adventure game that combines classic elements from the genre, such as combat, platforming, and puzzles, with the exploration of an expanded world. Live a unique fantasy adventure and relive the look and feel of old-school video-games!
Why similar: Platformer 37.2%, Cute 22.2%, Story Rich 16.8%, Family Friendly 12.3%, Fantasy 11.6%
- #28 RIN: The Last Child
78% matchMixed61% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: Space Fox GamesPub: Salient Games
Windows
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 37.1%, Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Exploration 9.1%, Female Protagonist 5.9%
- #29 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,577 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Action-Adventure 6.4%, Female Protagonist 4.9%
- #30 Transiruby
77% matchVery Positive92% of 302 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 38%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9%, Platformer 8.7%
- #31 Foregone
76% matchVery Positive82% of 1,396 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Souls-like 21.8%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Platformer 11.7%, Female Protagonist 7.1%
- #32 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
74% matchVery Positive93% of 7,299 reviews2021
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Platformer 13.9%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Exploration 9.7%, RPG 7.4%
- #33 ILA: A Frosty Glide
73% matchVery Positive99% of 135 reviews2025
Dev: Magic Rain StudiosPub: First Break Labs
Windows
Set foot on a magical island and explore a whimsical small open world as ILA, a spirited young witch-in-training searching for her lost kitty, Coco. With your trusty skatebroom, find secret places, collectables, and improve your magic and flying abilities as you reach the summit.
Why similar: Platformer 16.1%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Exploration 13.1%, Cute 9.6%
- #34 Battle Axe
76% matchMixed60% of 151 reviews2021
Dev: Bitmap BureauPub: Numskull Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 29%
A classic arcade hack and slash brought to life with stunning pixel art and a heroic soundtrack. Choose your champion and battle through waves of enemies to stop a dark sorceress from plunging Mercia into eternal darkness.
Why similar: Exploration 39.3%, Female Protagonist 27.9%, Action 21.2%, Fantasy 11.6%
- #35 Even the Ocean
75% matchVery Positive86% of 281 reviews2016
Dev: Melos Han-TaniPub: Analgesic Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A story-rich 2D platformer where you'll delve into dangerous power plants and massive creatures, while uncovering the truth of your world. Explore towns and cities, and help a world thrown out of balance!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.9%, Female Protagonist 15%, Platformer 14.1%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Story Rich 10.8%
- #36 Ocean's Heart
73% matchVery Positive82% of 1,477 reviews2021
Dev: Max MrazPub: Nordcurrent Labs
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Ocean’s Heart is an epic top-down action RPG in which you explore a beautiful archipelago as a young woman named Tilia. Take on contracts to fight monsters, descend deep into ancient dungeons, defeat menacing foes, and unravel the mystery of Ocean’s Heart. All done in beautiful, bright pixel art.
Why similar: Action RPG 24.1%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Exploration 12%, RPG 8.6%
- #37 Lone Fungus
72% matchVery Positive83% of 1,159 reviews2023
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.4%, Side Scroller 23.1%, Platformer 19.2%, Exploration 10.8%, Metroidvania 7.4%
- #38 Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,060 reviews2024
Dev: Seedy Eye SoftwarePub: Limited Run Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A NEW interactive animated adventure! In this action-adventure game, Arzette must explore the Kingdom of Faramore, slay fearsome foes, acquire powerful items, discover secrets, assist colorful characters, and defeat the evil Daimur!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 11.7%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Exploration 8.9%
- #39 Maid of Salvation
70% matchVery Positive91% of 254 reviews2025
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
The latest title from the HunterX development studio, Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 24.6%, Action RPG 12%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Platformer 8.3%
- #40 ITORAH
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 907 reviews2022
Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Platformer 10.3%, Female Protagonist 9.9%
- #41 The StoryTale
74% matchVery Positive83% of 72 reviews2019
Dev: Maxim Nuriev
Windows
The StoryTale - is a fairy tale platformer where everything goes bing-bang-boom, but everybody remains alive and healthy. It's a game where you constantly forget the spells and the weapons are cursed. But even in the midst of the swirling action you can stop and think over the next step.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.8%, Platformer 19.1%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Cute 9.1%
- #42 Vigil: The Longest Night
71% matchVery Positive86% of 3,566 reviews2020
Dev: Glass Heart Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 20.2%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Action RPG 9.2%, Platformer 7.6%
- #43 AshenForest
72% matchVery Positive95% of 197 reviews2020
Dev: GentleRaven GamesPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
AshenForest is a roguelite action RPG focused on boss-rush. To purify the ashen forest that is causing the plague, you must fight against all the monsters lurking in the forest.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.4%, RPG 31%, Action 11.9%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Exploration 8.5%
- #44 9 Years of Shadows
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,183 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Action RPG 12.3%, Platformer 11.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #45 HYKE:Northern Light(s)
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 267 reviews2025
Dev: Akatsuki Games Inc.Pub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
The young witch Hyke's adventure begins! A thrilling 2D top-down action pixel RPG. Relax and camp with your companions!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.3%, RPG 22.2%, Cute 14.5%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Story Rich 7.8%
- #46 Eternity: The Last Unicorn
75% matchMostly Negative35% of 223 reviews2019
Dev: Void StudiosPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Classic RPG, with lore based on Norse mythology. Travel through mesmerizing locations, meet fantasy characters and fight to protect Elven immortality.
Why similar: RPG 25.7%, Female Protagonist 23.7%, Action RPG 20%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Action 8.9%
- #47 Freedom Planet 2
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,697 reviews2022
Dev: GalaxyTrail
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.4%, Platformer 20.7%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Cute 5.8%
- #48 Vernal Edge
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 637 reviews2023
Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Platformer 16.8%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, 2D 4.6%
- #49 Kitsune Tails
67% matchVery Positive95% of 876 reviews2024
Dev: Kitsune Games
Windows · Linux
Run, jump, and dash across a land inspired by Japanese mythology and untangle the love triangle between three young women on a journey of self discovery. Explore the complicated relationships between kitsune and humans through classic platforming action.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.6%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Platformer 16.5%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Cute 7.6%
- #50 Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus
67% matchVery Positive83% of 1,615 reviews2024
Dev: Squid Shock StudiosPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Flow gracefully through a colorful, hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Souls-like 19.9%, Side Scroller 15.3%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 8.8%
- #51 Filly Astray
69% matchVery Positive85% of 146 reviews2023
Dev: Bit Assembly
Windows
A platforming adventure game with a new take on combos, dare you adventure into the world of Filly Astray and face the monsters and mayhem within?!
Why similar: Platformer 29.8%, Side Scroller 27.1%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Cute 10.5%, Action 7.9%
- #52 FOX n FORESTS
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 194 reviews2018
Dev: Bonus Level EntertainmentPub: astragon Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
FOX n FORESTS is a 16-bit style action platformer with RPG elements! Switch seasons on the fly and wield your crossbow to unveil the mystery of the 5th season.
Why similar: Platformer 41.4%, RPG 31.3%, Action 15.9%, 2D 11.5%
- #53 The Little Brave
67% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: Dmitrii Batov
Windows
Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Platformer 15.7%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Hand-drawn 7%
- #54 Phoenotopia: Awakening
68% matchVery Positive83% of 2,820 reviews2021
Dev: Cape Cosmic
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, Platformer 18.7%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Female Protagonist 5.5%, 2D 5.1%
- #55 Emberbane
67% matchMixed60% of 129 reviews2026
Dev: Hamlet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 20.5%, Side Scroller 17.8%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Exploration 6.4%
- #56 Fallen Leaf
65% matchVery Positive91% of 280 reviews2024
Dev: Delta Shore Games
Windows
Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!
Why similar: Side Scroller 35.1%, Platformer 30.4%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, 2D 7.3%, Action 4.9%
- #57 SANAE's Sylphid Breeze
65% matchVery Positive88% of 192 reviews2025
Dev: sorehodoh
Windows
"SANAE's Sylphid Breeze" is 2D Platformer game with cute pixelart. The main character in this game, SANAE KOCHIYA is a character from the "Touhou Project". With her new ability “SPELL SPOILER, she inhales enemies and imitates their ability. Behold! SANAE's miracle adventure!!
Why similar: Side Scroller 21%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 13.8%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.8%
- #58 Arietta of Spirits
66% matchVery Positive86% of 694 reviews2021
Dev: Third Spirit Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Arietta of Spirits is a story-driven action-adventure game, with easy to approach game mechanics. Follow Arietta on her journey to unveil the mysteries of the Spirit Realm and immerse yourself in a story filled with emotion and surprising turns.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.2%, Action-Adventure 17.8%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Exploration 13%, Story Rich 11.5%