Games Like Solateria

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 22.7%, Difficult 13.2%, Hand-drawn 10%, Dark Fantasy 7%

Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 22.6%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, 2D Platformer 7%

Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Souls-like 19.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Difficult 10%, 2D Platformer 8.1%

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 49.8%, Difficult 15.8%, Souls-like 11.9%, Combat 5.6%, Lore-Rich 3.9%

Make impactful decisions in moral dilemma situations, which will change the course of your journey through this atmospheric, hand-drawn metroidvania. Explore the hazardous paths of the Realm of Aestik and fight its corrupted inhabitants as you unravel its deep-rooted mysteries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, Souls-like 19%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Souls-like 21.6%, Difficult 12.6%, Platformer 6.8%, Hand-drawn 5.6%

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 30.9%, Souls-like 22.8%, Difficult 12.6%, 2D Platformer 8%, Platformer 6.4%

Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 23.8%, Difficult 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%, Platformer 7%

Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 24.4%, Difficult 14.7%, Hand-drawn 9%, Platformer 7.6%

You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 24.6%, Difficult 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Hand-drawn 5.5%

Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 12.7%, Difficult 10.7%, Platformer 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 9%

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 26.3%, Souls-like 24.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Difficult 8.7%, 2D Platformer 7.5%

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Souls-like 43.9%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Difficult 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Platformer 4%

Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 18.5%, Difficult 12.1%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Platformer 7.8%

Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 22.9%, Difficult 14%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Platformer 7.6%

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, Souls-like 22.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.9%, 2D 4.3%, Difficult 3.9%

As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.

Why similar: Souls-like 25.5%, Metroidvania 20%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Platformer 6.6%, 2D Platformer 6.2%

Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

Why similar: Souls-like 41.7%, Metroidvania 28.1%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Difficult 7.1%, Platformer 3.9%

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Souls-like 24.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Difficult 9.1%, Hand-drawn 4.6%

Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Souls-like 29.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Difficult 10.2%, Platformer 5.4%

Restore the Sun’s light and end the Eternal Eclipse in this 2D fast-paced action-platformer game inspired by Peruvian cultures. Explore hand-crafted environments, battle and improve your skills to defeat the Four Keepers that stole the power of the Sun.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Hand-drawn 17.1%, Difficult 13.2%, Platformer 7.6%, 2D Platformer 6.9%

3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Souls-like 24.8%, Difficult 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Platformer 7.1%

Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Souls-like 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Story Rich 5.2%

Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 22.4%, Difficult 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Platformer 6.9%

Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 25.2%, Difficult 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Platformer 5.7%

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: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 24.8%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, Platformer 7.9%

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 30.4%, Souls-like 26.8%, Difficult 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Platformer 7.6%

Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Souls-like 31%, 2D Platformer 6.8%, Platformer 6.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.1%

Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Lore-Rich 8%, Platformer 7.5%

Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 23.3%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Platformer 7.2%

Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 23.7%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, 2D Platformer 7.5%

Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Souls-like 23.9%, Difficult 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Action 3.7%

Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Souls-like 30.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Exploration 6.2%, Lore-Rich 5.5%

As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.

Why similar: Souls-like 32.9%, Metroidvania 30.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, Exploration 6.8%, 2D 4.6%

Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Souls-like 22.7%, Difficult 14.5%, Hand-drawn 6.7%, Platformer 6.3%

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 35.3%, Souls-like 23.5%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 8%, Exploration 6.7%

UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Souls-like 33.9%, Difficult 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Action 2.7%

Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Souls-like 24.6%, Difficult 13.8%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Platformer 7.2%

Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 19.9%, Difficult 11.6%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 8%

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 31.7%, Souls-like 25%, Difficult 14.5%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D 4.5%

Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.5%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 6.2%

Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.8%, Difficult 19%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, Lore-Rich 7%

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Souls-like 34.6%, Platformer 10.8%, Exploration 7.7%, Atmospheric 2.5%

Explore an interconnected world full of platforming challenges in this short metroidvania. Reach new areas by swinging from ceilings, throwing bombs, bouncing off spikes, and more. Examine dozens of artifacts, commune with forgotten gods, and piece together what happened to Auridia.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, Platformer 10.6%, Exploration 10.2%, Lore-Rich 6.9%, Story Rich 5.4%

Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 23.4%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Platformer 6.6%

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 28.6%, Souls-like 25.2%, Difficult 13.9%, Platformer 6%, Exploration 5.4%

Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Souls-like 29.6%, Difficult 16.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Platformer 5.1%

Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 20.5%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Platformer 7.2%

Armed with God-given powers, the revived tribune Adrestia is given a second chance to save the universe from her maniacal twin sister. Find secrets, acquire upgrades, and dominate mighty foes through sheer combat prowess as you explore and conquer the horrors of the forsaken vessel Atromitos.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Souls-like 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Platformer 6.8%

On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Difficult 12.3%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 7.2%

Enotria: The Last Song is a soulslike set in a beautiful sun-lit world inspired by Italian folklore where the brightest sun casts the darkest shadow. Wear unique role-altering masks, face formidable foes and alter reality with the power of Ardore to unravel the secrets of Enotria.

Why similar: Souls-like 43.5%, Difficult 22.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Exploration 5.8%, Combat 5.5%

Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Souls-like 28.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Difficult 9.1%, Platformer 4.3%

Guide Pronty and its Javelin partner Bront as it defends the once great city of Royla. Explore the deep sea, fight mutant sea creatures, and discover the secrets behind this new Atlantis in this beautiful action-packed adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Difficult 17.3%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Platformer 8.1%, Souls-like 7.5%

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 49.9%, Platformer 10.1%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Difficult 7.8%, Action 5%

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 36.1%, Difficult 14.6%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Exploration 6.4%

Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

Why similar: Souls-like 33.6%, Metroidvania 17.8%, Difficult 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Story Rich 6.2%

Fantasy metroidvania with a moral choice and hunting the bosses who are not going to patiently wait for you in their lair. Study the monsters. Track'em. Kill'em. Exploration of the vast interconnected fairytale world, an acrobatic combat system and weird locals are what awaits you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Souls-like 25.4%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Hand-drawn 8.7%, Platformer 8.3%

Explore unearthly ruins, solve arcane riddles and pick up your sword against the indescribable horrors that lurk amidst the forgotten depths of our world. Beware the creeping grip of madness as you uncover secrets not meant for the eyes of men!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Difficult 19.5%, Platformer 10.1%, Lore-Rich 7.4%, Exploration 6.9%

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 28.1%, Souls-like 23.5%, Difficult 13.7%, 2D Platformer 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%

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 54.6%, Platformer 15.3%, Exploration 8.3%, Lore-Rich 4.2%, Story Rich 3.8%