- #1 Wolfstar Adventures in the Inu System
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Good Puppii Studios
Windows · Mac
A sci-fi action-adventure platformer. Travel the Inu System and talk to a colorful cast of NPCs across various worlds. Explore maze-like levels by running, double jumping, and dashing. Fight off various robotic enemies using special melee attacks, and eventually take down the boss of each dungeon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Cyberpunk 17.5%, Souls-like 16.4%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #2 STU, the First AI
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Me First Games
Windows
STU, the First AI is a Metroidvania set in the digital world of computers and the internet. Exploration is the heart of the game. Discover a vast world with new forms of digital life and humans struggling to control them.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Cyberpunk 16.4%, 2.5D 14.6%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, 2D Platformer 7.7%
- #3 Coral & The Abyss
96% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Intrugli Games
Windows · Linux
Explore a shattered, interconnected world filled with hidden secrets, challenging enemies, lost memories, and the eerie remnants of a failed mission.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 16.5%, Cyberpunk 12.7%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Combat 8.2%
- #4 Hippoxxus
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rohan Patel
Windows · Mac
Explore and uncover the mystery of this enormous spaceship by shooting alien creatures in this Sci-Fi Action/Adventure Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Souls-like 17.4%, Cyberpunk 16.8%, 2D Platformer 7.5%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #5 Ex Angelus
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
Windows
Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 19.6%, Hack and Slash 19%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Combat 5.3%
- #6 Resonant Blade
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Wise Wombat Games
Windows
The world is in ruins. The Dark Synths reign. Only the Resonant Blade—a weapon that channels sound into destruction—can turn the tide. Slash, dash, and shatter your enemies in this dystopian sci-fi action adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 16.3%, Cyberpunk 15.7%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #7 Undying Hare
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 妖妖酒
Windows
Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Souls-like 16.6%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Exploration 6.8%
- #8 Blue Rabbit
93% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: J.P. van OstaPub: Coughing Dragon
Windows · Linux
You find yourself in a futuristic dystopian city. You get the idea: Dark smog. A rogue A.I. Corporate drones. Actual drones. The whole enchilada. In this fast-paced 2D platformer, you play as Arisu, a Runner tasked to deliver the ambiguous Blue Rabbit "packages" around the city.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Cyberpunk 23.4%, Action-Adventure 10%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Combat 7.2%
- #9 Ganymede
91% 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 34%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
- #10 The Throne
91% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: BeByte Tecnología
Windows · Mac · Linux
"The Throne" is a medieval adventure in true Metroidvania style. Get lost in a huge castle with 2.5D pixel art environments and increase your power with new abilities you find along the way. Fight fearsome bosses and navigate dangerous traps to make your way to the throne room!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, 2.5D 18.1%, Action-Adventure 11%, Retro 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #11 Altered Alma
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2Awesome StudioPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Altered Alma combines the beloved classic Metroidvania formula with RPG elements, dating sim features, a slick pixel-art presentation, and a gripping story. Whether you want to beat up bad guys, find love, or just explore the beautiful cyberpunk cityscape, Neo Barcelona awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Cyberpunk 21.6%, Souls-like 14%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Exploration 6.1%
- #12 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
90% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 19.5%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, 2.5D 11.1%, Retro 10.1%
- #13 Go Alone
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: orobi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Souls-like 24.9%, Exploration 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #14 Mother's Sword
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsitle
Windows
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: Metroidvania 33.5%, Souls-like 27.8%, Hack and Slash 12%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #15 Kazu Aether Origins
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kazumi Games Inc.
Windows
Kazu Aether Origins is a hack-slash action adventure on the Isles of Isvenness. Overcome combat challenges, journey the lands, and interact with satirical elements for a light-hearted, action-packed gameplay experience.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Hack and Slash 27.8%, 2.5D 15.6%, Exploration 9.2%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #16 S.P.L.I.C.E.D.
86% matchMixed64% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Fishbait StudiosPub: Breda University of Applied Sciences
Windows
S.P.L.I.C.E.D. is a FREE Metroidvania made by students from Breda University of Applied Sciences. Traverse a Biopunk Chinatown with high mobility and difficult combat encounters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Cyberpunk 17.4%, 2.5D 16.1%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
- #17 Mendacium
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Souls-like 21.4%, 2.5D 12.3%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
- #18 Cathedral: Crow's Curse
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set in the same universe as Cathedral, but with its own story and style, Cathedral: Crow's Curse is an action-adventure with tight combat and a focus on exploration. Parry, dodge and fight your way through numerous enemies in a rich detailed world as you uncover the events leading up to Cathedral.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Stealth 13.4%, Combat 9.2%, Retro 8.5%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #19 Rebel Transmute
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 272 reviews2024
Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 18.6%, Retro 8.3%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Combat 7.2%
- #20 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
82% 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 28.1%, Souls-like 20.5%, Hack and Slash 14%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #21 Miracle Corp.
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bonefish Games
Windows
Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Souls-like 22.6%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action-Adventure 8.9%, RPG 6.1%
- #22 Luminite Era: Expedition
83% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: GameRelics
Windows
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 30.4%, Souls-like 21.1%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Exploration 7.5%
- #23 Silent Santicado
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vigilant Addiction Studios
Windows
Explore a silent, crumbling world in Silent Santicado! A retro journey through a fallen kingdom tainted by lost magic. Explore overgrown ruins, encounter a cast of peculiar characters, and defeat a menagerie of twisted enemies as you search for the source of Santicado's curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Souls-like 22.8%, Retro 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Combat 7.2%
- #24 Axel Quest
81% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: PowerSlash Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Hack and Slash 21.1%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9%, Exploration 7.5%
- #25 Pipsqueak!
81% 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 36.3%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Hack and Slash 8%
- #26 SwooshCat
80% matchVery Positive87% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: PixelForestStudio
Windows
SwooshCat is a vibrant precision-platformer adventure. Leap, dash, slash, stab, roll, and ricochet your way through a charming pixel world as you help a brave little cat 🐾 explore and battle!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Souls-like 15.1%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Combat 7.9%
- #27 Roots of Cinder
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Hack and Slash 21.5%, Souls-like 20%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Exploration 7.2%
- #28 Among the Waves
78% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: VS/Studio
Windows
A 2.5D metroidvania with the freedom of an immersive sim. Every fight and every path can be approached differently: through combat, stealth, or using the world’s mechanics. The story unfolds in a world where Orthodox aesthetics meet Soviet brutalism and traditional woodcraft
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Cyberpunk 21.9%, 2.5D 17.2%, Souls-like 15.1%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #29 Panda Punch
79% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Ninja Rabbit StudiosPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows · Linux
Panda Punch is a puzzle platformer game in which you have to control a red panda and save the world from evil alien robots.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 28%, Metroidvania 22.1%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #30 Project Atno
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Olsen Games LLC
Windows
Forge your own path through a derelict station in this fast-paced epic adventure. Navigate the labyrinthine behemoth, form alliances with survivors, and uncover the secrets behind the mystery that befell this place.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Cyberpunk 25.3%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Sci-fi 7.2%
- #31 The Witch Blade
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SergS WorkshopPub: Rokyte Publishing
Windows
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Souls-like 23.2%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Exploration 6.9%
- #32 Vínculo
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Eric Ríos Hamilton
Windows
Embark yourself on an adventure through the Marble Palace and uncover the plentiful secrets it hides! Explore magnificent views and fight through the hostile halls of the palace, all while making use of the innovative plane change mechanics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 19.9%, 2.5D 13.6%, Exploration 9.4%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #33 Palace of a Thousand Curses
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Scruffy Dog Games
Windows
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: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 16.4%, 2.5D 13.9%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, 2D Platformer 7.8%
- #34 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 129 reviews2025
Dev: Brewed GamesPub: 1312 Interactive
Windows
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 25.4%, Souls-like 17.7%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, 2.5D 15.6%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #35 Uncured
76% 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 30.8%, Souls-like 20.6%, Hack and Slash 20%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
- #36 Shadow King
75% 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 39.2%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Retro 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
- #37 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 49.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Combat 9.8%, Souls-like 9.3%
- #38 Blightened
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: xombis
Windows
Blightened is a dark fantasy 2.5D Metroidvania platformer where corruption fuels both survival and power. Explore fractured timelines, channel volatile blight into abilities, and battle monstrous guardians across collapsing realms.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, 2.5D 14.5%, Combat 8.4%, Exploration 7.7%
- #39 Soul of Kaeru
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brain Up
Windows
Soul of Kaeru is a Metroidvania-inspired VR game! Explore each corners of a miniature world set in an ancient samurai's zen garden where nature took back his right! But beware of the little creatures and insects, as they may not be as friendly as you would think...
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 19.9%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Exploration 8%
- #40 Kloa - Child of the Forest
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wildpad GamesPub: Crytivo
Windows
Consumed by a mysterious curse, restore a once lush forest and its inhabitants to their natural state in this action adventure tale. Experience fast-paced combat, puzzles, and the beauty of nature captured in handcrafted pixel art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Souls-like 23.2%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Combat 6.5%
- #41 The Darkest Tales — Into the Nightmare
73% matchVery Positive85% of 1,880 reviews2021
Dev: Trinity TeamPub: 101XP
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%
When a nightmare creeps into reality, the only ones that can help are those whose magical powers we’ve believed in since childhood. A brave teddy bear and his fairy sidekick head to the darker side of “happily ever after” to rescue his owner, Alicia.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, 2.5D 17.1%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #42 CINCILLA
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Jesus G. PaternaPub: JPGames
Windows · Mac
CINCILLA es una aventura metroidvania 2D de fantasía oscura con temática pixel art. Explora un misterioso pueblo con más de 50 niveles interconectados y descubre los misterios que se ocultan entre los Hilos y la Superficie.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Souls-like 23.8%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #43 Cyan Breach
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChiCheng Studio
Windows
Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Souls-like 19%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Combat 11.9%, RPG 5.5%
- #44 Exolotl : ZIAN
72% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Jellylab
Windows
Zian the Exolotl need to save their planet from King Orion invasion Platform game adventure with 5 Exolotl Character which can be switch character, youcan use it in each different level with special moving and ability including SWORD, BOXING, MAGIC, GUNNER, EVEN THROWING TOYS !!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Cyberpunk 20.1%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
- #45 ALLARA
70% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: GameDevOcean
Windows
Allara is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania soulslike set in pre-colonial East Siberia. Play as a shamaness defending her homeland, exploring mythic realms of the sacred world tree, battling brutal bosses, uncovering relics, and mastering a strategic single-skill combat system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 20.5%, 2.5D 16.8%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
- #46 Anatine
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows · Mac
Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Souls-like 25%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, 2D Platformer 7.5%, Exploration 7%
- #47 PATHFINDER 08
71% 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 40.5%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Exploration 10%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #48 THORN DEMON HUNTER
71% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Souls-like 24.7%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, RPG 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%
- #49 Nihilsearch
70% 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 45.2%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Sci-fi 7.9%
- #50 Massi
70% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: Farid Iberraken
Windows · Mac
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 26.7%, Souls-like 17.9%, Stealth 11%, Retro 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #51 The Steps of Divynia
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ice Spark Studios
Windows
Clash with tainted beasts as Divynia changes from the mundane to the unknown. As Aylidia, forge your destiny in a tale about courage and holding on to your beliefs. Will you unearth magic's greatest question, or are some mysteries better left untouched? Find out in this epic 2D Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Souls-like 23.3%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Story Rich 7.1%, 2D Platformer 6.7%
- #52 MindKatt:First Strike
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: MapacheXstudio
Windows
An action-adventure game set in a dystopian future where mentally evolved cats fight for their freedom using robotic suits to interact with the human world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, 2.5D 20.3%, Cyberpunk 16.1%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #53 HunterX: code name T
68% matchVery Positive88% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
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 29.7%, Souls-like 20.7%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, 2.5D 14.4%, RPG 7.7%
- #54 Astronium
69% matchPositive90% of 41 reviews2022
Dev: LukeThePolicePub: The Council
Windows
Astronium is a metroidvania with souls-like aspects, with a focus on combat and on getting weapons. Defeat strong enemies, survive ambushes, explore diferent biomes and meet interesting individuals on this hostile planet
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Souls-like 20%, Combat 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Exploration 6.6%
- #55 Dungeon Dot Ruby
67% 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 40.5%, Hack and Slash 23%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Combat 7%
- #56 Kong: Survivor Instinct
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 345 reviews2024
Dev: 7Levels
Windows
When giant monsters fight, no one’s safe. Embark on a thrilling quest of survival in a city that’s become a battleground for Titans. Use the lethal strength of Kong and other monsters to your own advantage in this official Monsterverse game set shortly after the events of Godzilla vs. Kong.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, 2.5D 14.6%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Exploration 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.1%
- #57 The Forgotten Castle
65% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: DogKing Games
Windows
Play as an old man who wakes up in a mysterious castle full of magic and danger. Explore every corner of the castle and discover what is hidden between the walls of this misterious and ancient place while you keep fighting with monsters and improving your abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Action-Adventure 13%, Exploration 9.3%, Hack and Slash 9.2%, Retro 8.7%
- #58 Bushiden
67% 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 30%, Cyberpunk 17.9%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #59 Mikoshi: The Lost Crystals
66% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: DremGames
Windows
Run, jump, fall, die... don't cry, it is better again you should try!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Cyberpunk 21.4%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Retro 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #60 THE DARK DWELLERS
68% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: COLNELIUS
Windows
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: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 22.5%, Combat 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Story Rich 6.9%