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  1. #1 Ned: Iron Outlaw
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Brewed Engagement Extended Reality Labs
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Blast your way through hordes of enemies in Ned! An action-packed adventure platformer set in the rich history of the Aussie outback.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Alternate History 17.7%, Platformer 14.2%, Post-apocalyptic 9.4%, Action 7.2%

  2. #2 Wreckdigger
    96% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2021
    Dev: Karlis ZabersPub: team BitClub
    Windows

    Dive into a short story about stranded rebel fighting for his survival on a foreign mysterious planet which is a spaceship graveyard. Encounter scavengers fighting for valuable ship parts. Meet other survivors -help others to help yourself. An action platformer with metroidvania elements.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Platformer 19.8%, Action 10.2%, Sci-fi 7.1%, 2D 5.5%

  3. #3 Rust Song 锈歌
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Meme Games
    Windows

    Explore this unique sci-fi style metroidvania-like adventure world. You can acquire a variety of abilities to explore the world and assemble powerful chip combinations. You'll also have the ability to go back in time to change the map's structure and unlock shortcuts.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Platformer 13.8%, Post-apocalyptic 12.8%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Open World 7.2%

  4. #4 Ineth
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mean Light Studio
    Windows · Linux

    A pixel-art Metroidvania with challenging platformer mechanics, set in a medieval magical world. Discover a great variety of spells and abilities to defeat enemies and solve puzzles. Find mythical charms and items to help Ineth fight her way out of her prison.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 54.3%, Platformer 22.2%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, 2D 6.6%, Adventure 6.6%

  5. #5 Shantae and the Seven Sirens
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 1,969 reviews2020
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, Female Protagonist 20%, Platformer 17.2%, Adventure 3.9%, 2D 3.2%

  6. #6 Mystik Belle
    94% matchVery Positive88% of 223 reviews2015
    Dev: Last Dimension
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.8%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, Platformer 10%, Adventure 6.4%, Action 5.2%

  7. #7 Sunken Sky
    93% 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 46.5%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Platformer 11.4%, Open World 11.2%, Action 4.5%

  8. #8 Chibits
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: PhatRobit
    Windows · Mac

    Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 52.7%, Platformer 15.2%, Post-apocalyptic 12.2%, Action 5.3%, 2D 4.6%

  9. #9 Phaze Shift
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lord Mango Games
    Windows

    Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Platformer 17.5%, Action 5.6%, 2D 5.5%, Female Protagonist 5.5%

  10. #10 ReSetna
    89% matchVery Positive83% of 174 reviews2025
    Dev: Today's GamesPub: Module16
    Windows

    What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 66.2%, Platformer 20.6%, Action 7.2%, Adventure 5.9%

  11. #11 Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
    90% matchVery Positive92% of 6,988 reviews2014
    Dev: Drinkbox Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    The definitive version of the smash-hit Metroidvania-style action-platformer, Guacamelee! STCE adds new levels, powers, challenges, and refinements to the sprawling, ridiculous, Mexican-inspired adventure of the original Guacamelee! Gold Edition.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 65.4%, Platformer 25.5%, 2D 8.4%, Action 0.5%, Adventure 0.2%

  12. #12 Faye Freelance: Rebel Reporter
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: JH (@jjonahjonahson)
    Windows

    Faye Freelance: Rebel Reporter is a brand new NEWSVANIA that combines the nostalgic charm of pixel platformers with the spirit of Journalism in a stylish twist. Face your foes not with guns and blades, but with pen and ink! Featuring stylized pixel-art aesthetic and hand-crafted animation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, America 14.5%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Platformer 8.7%, Action 7%

  13. #13 Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut
    88% matchVery Positive86% of 1,678 reviews2014
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, Platformer 23.4%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Action 3.7%, 2D 3.3%

  14. #14 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
    87% matchVery Positive85% of 183 reviews2022
    Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.6%, Platformer 16.1%, Sci-fi 7.1%, Action 5.8%, 2D 5.5%

  15. #15 MindScape: Verenna
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CoLoJo Games
    Windows

    Prepare for an electrifying journey through a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk world with Nova. Unleash her extraordinary powers and confront ruthless factions to reclaim a world on the brink of chaos, and reforge the destiny of humanity. Are you ready to shape the future?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Post-apocalyptic 15.1%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Sci-fi 4.1%

  16. #16 Dark Swords Firelink
    86% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2023
    Dev: Lair Games Studio
    Windows

    Embark on an epic adventure in the vast kingdom of Lordhem. Unleash the power of the dark sword to defeat enemies and save the kingdom. Explore a pixel art medieval fantasy world full of creatures and dangers. Are you ready to save the kingdom?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, Platformer 18.3%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, 2D 5.1%, Action 2.9%

  17. #17 MURICA
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Acme Pixel Foundry
    Windows

    Get portal-napped to an alternate version of The United States 2000 years in the future. Travel the 16-bit landscape of MURICA on a search for the way home; and maybe save the past while you're at it.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Platformer 14.6%, Post-apocalyptic 13.8%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, 2D 4.2%

  18. #18 Honey's Sweet Revenge
    84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: etheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
    Windows

    Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, Action 8%, Adventure 6.8%

  19. #19 Super Panda Adventures
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 1,020 reviews2014
    Dev: BlueEagle ProductionsPub: Paul Schneider
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    In Super Panda Adventures, you play as the brave panda-knight Fu, who is about to finish his training to become the new guardian of the Princess. At the same day of the big celebration party, some uninvited Robots show up to conquer the planet and take the Princess away in their Space Ships!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, Platformer 26.9%, Action 6.7%, Adventure 5.9%, 2D 2.6%

  20. #20 Vernal Edge
    83% matchMostly Positive77% of 629 reviews2023
    Dev: Hello Penguin Team LLCPub: PID Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    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 47.9%, Platformer 17.2%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Action 5.2%, 2D 5%

  21. #21 Shawley - Zoo of Wonders
    82% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
    Dev: EpiXR Games UG
    Windows

    Join Shawley on a magical rescue mission in "Shawley - Zoo of Wonders"! Navigate through enchanted worlds, defeat foes with your hammer, unlock new skills and save escaped animals to reopen the zoo. A grant platformer adventure full of fun and excitement awaits!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Platformer 16%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Open World 10.1%, Action 5.4%

  22. #22 Nakiti Generations
    82% matchMixed52% of 30 reviews2017
    Dev: Diablohead
    Windows

    2D action adventure game set in the far future on a mysterious abandoned planet with yourself as the only survivor.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 69.4%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Action 8.6%, Adventure 6.4%

  23. #23 Iconoclasts
    81% matchVery Positive86% of 4,919 reviews2018
    Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.6%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Platformer 12.5%, Action 5.4%, Story Rich 5.2%

  24. #24 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
    80% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,561 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 58.4%, Platformer 15.7%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 6.9%, Female Protagonist 6.4%

  25. #25 Chronicles of Teddy
    81% matchMixed70% of 330 reviews2015
    Dev: StorybirdPub: LookAtMyGame
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Chronicles of Teddy : Harmony of Exidus is a 2D Adventure / Action game with a Pixel Art Retro finish. Help Tarant in a quest, in which you will have to fight, use your sense of direction and hearing to accomplish your mission.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 52%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Platformer 13.5%, Action 6%, Adventure 4.8%

  26. #26 INAYAH - Life after Gods
    78% matchMostly Positive80% of 288 reviews2025
    Dev: Exogenesis StudiosPub: Headup
    Windows

    A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Platformer 16.1%, Post-apocalyptic 11%, Female Protagonist 6.5%, Action 5.5%

  27. #27 Valdis Story: Abyssal City
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 2,710 reviews2013
    Dev: Endlessfluff Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 71.4%, Platformer 15.4%, Action 5%, 2D 3.2%, Female Protagonist 3.1%

  28. #28 Nyana
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: OrionGames Inc
    Windows

    Join Nyana on her quest to both shatter the chains that have shackled her people and rebuild their society back up from the brink of extinction. Nyana is a story rich metroidvania set in an oppressive, yet beautifully hand-drawn world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.1%, Action 11.2%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Adventure 9%, Open World 7.2%

  29. #29 Axiom Verge 2
    77% 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 49.3%, Platformer 15.8%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Action 8.1%, Adventure 6.4%

  30. #30 Hunter's Legacy
    79% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 reviews2016
    Dev: Lienzo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Hunter’s Legacy is an old-school 2D single-player Metroidvania platformer where you control Ikki, a fierce kitty skilled with twin swords and a bow, better known as the Great Huntress of Un'Amak.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.8%, Platformer 23.8%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 8.5%

  31. #31 Runan Ritual
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BehnderPub: Checkpoint Loop
    Windows

    A momentum-heavy 2D Metroidvania where you dash, double-jump and wall-cling beneath Goen, the last city on earth, chaining whip combos and parrying to bank Maia essence for permanent rituals or short-lived upgrades you drop on death.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 56.5%, Platformer 17.8%, Action 6.6%, Story Rich 5.8%, Adventure 5.6%

  32. #32 Blightseeker
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hypernoodle Games
    Windows

    Jump and dash through unknown, labyrinthine worlds in this VR adventure. Fight back against maddened creatures, or cure them of the blight that fuels their rage. Collect treasures, tools, and powers as you search for the source of this ancient ill, and decide whether to quell or unleash it.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.9%, Platformer 18%, Open World 7.7%, Adventure 7.5%, Atmospheric 4.2%

  33. #33 Star Rover
    77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: Browny Application
    Windows

    Star Rover is a Third-Person Action platformer game in Metroidvania style that you as the player can play in various locations on a planet. Upgrade yourself and collect a lot of weapons to prepare for the battle.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 51.7%, Platformer 21.8%, Action 11.4%, Adventure 8%, Sci-fi 6.5%

  34. #34 Tyto
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dreamjob Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Take flight and glide through a breathtaking world in this visually stunning platformer, where you play as a lost owlet searching for its family in a vast and perilous forest.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 52.7%, Platformer 18.6%, Adventure 7.3%, Atmospheric 6.3%, Story Rich 6.1%

  35. #35 Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition
    75% matchVery Positive81% of 1,239 reviews2018
    Dev: Long Hat HousePub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.4%, Platformer 16%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Action 10%, 2D 2.9%

  36. #36 Heart Forth, Alicia
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Alonso Martin
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A terror in the sky is bent on exterminating a young wizard and her loved ones. Featuring a riveting and sinister story, set out to explore a vast world in this modern Metroidvania RPG, filled with devious monsters, lethal dungeons, creative puzzles, lively towns & many uncharted wonders.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Platformer 13.4%, Post-apocalyptic 11.9%, Open World 8.9%, Story Rich 6.4%

  37. #37 Islets
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,209 reviews2022
    Dev: Kyle ThompsonPub: Armor Games Studios
    Windows
    Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.6%, Platformer 17.5%, Open World 7.6%, Story Rich 6.2%, 2D 4.9%

  38. #38 Code: Elyse
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jump_Button
    Windows

    Code:Elyse is a haunting atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dark sci-fi world. After crashing down from space, Elyse finds herself alone on a planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 54.6%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Action 6.1%, 2D 5.4%, Story Rich 4.9%

  39. #39 Alwa's Awakening
    74% matchVery Positive80% of 909 reviews2017
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 60.2%, Platformer 17.2%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Adventure 5.3%, 2D 4.3%

  40. #40 Pentacore
    73% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Jonathan CollierPub: Mythril Age
    Windows

    Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.2%, Platformer 17.8%, Action 6.2%, 2D 5.5%, Sci-fi 4.8%

  41. #41 Vulpis
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: max.marauder
    Windows · Mac

    Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 59.3%, Platformer 20.1%, 2D 6.1%, Action 6%, Adventure 5.6%

  42. #42 The Curse Of Eira
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ElenaWare
    Windows

    Wynn has traveled to this dying Kingdom of Alara because she heard a powerful Wizard has taken in her twin sister Eira. Explore the world that has been subjected by the Wizard and his five apprentices and discover enough power ups to find and kill Eira

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Platformer 20.5%, Action 10.9%, Female Protagonist 10%, Adventure 8.9%

  43. #43 Echoes of Nox
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Orange Party
    Windows

    Explore the Echoes of Nox amongst the war between 3 factions of robots. Uncover new tools and take territory as the dynamically changing rooms switch hands between the different AIs and yourself. Reveal the secrets of the past and discover why you alone were left in this station.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Platformer 14.6%, Post-apocalyptic 12.8%, Open World 7.1%, Action 4.7%

  44. #44 Earthblade
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
    Windows

    You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Platformer 15.7%, Open World 7.7%, 2D 4.4%

  45. #45 Axiom Verge
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 68.8%, Platformer 13.9%, Sci-fi 5.1%, 2D 3.9%, Action 3.7%

  46. #46 Cryselts
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: B3N Games Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Cryselts is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania focused on exploration, modular suits, and ranged combat, set in a hostile world corrupted by a mutagenic threat. Join the Cryselts, an elite task force designed to protect the planet.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.1%, Platformer 16.6%, Post-apocalyptic 14.4%, Action 5.3%, 2D 4.8%

  47. #47 Misspell
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
    Windows

    Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, Platformer 16.8%, Open World 7.4%, Female Protagonist 6.4%, 2D 5.4%

  48. #48 Ghost Song
    69% matchVery Positive83% of 1,404 reviews2022
    Dev: Old MoonPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    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 42.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Sci-fi 7.2%

  49. #49 Ariana and the Elder Codex
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
    Windows

    Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.1%, Platformer 18.1%, Action 7.1%, Female Protagonist 6.1%, Adventure 5.6%

  50. #50 Crownless
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio Wallnut
    Windows

    Carry your life as a fragile crown in Crownless! An epic action adventure built for exploration and punchy combat. Explore a vast hand-crafted 2D world, uncover forgotten realms, and dash, swim, and forge your way through the unknown.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Platformer 19.1%, Action 6.2%, 2D 5.4%, Adventure 5.3%

  51. #51 Spirit Fusion
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lumforge
    Windows

    Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 51.3%, Platformer 17.4%, Adventure 8.4%, Action 8.3%, Open World 4.4%

  52. #52 Amazing Princess Sarah
    70% matchMixed68% of 230 reviews2014
    Dev: Haruneko Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Arcade platform game where every killed enemy can be picked up and thrown to kill more enemies!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Platformer 28.6%, Female Protagonist 25.7%, Action 8%, 2D 3.3%

  53. #53 Mini Ghost
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 419 reviews2017
    Dev: @unepic_fran
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    "Mini Ghost" is a mini metroidvania in the 80's MSX art style and gameplay. It's the mini prequel of Ghost 1.0.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.1%, Platformer 12%, Action 9.2%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Adventure 6.8%

  54. #54 Shantae and the Pirate's Curse
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 3,006 reviews2015
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.6%, Platformer 21%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, 2D 4.5%, Action 3.6%

  55. #55 Jessica's Uncomfortable Hanukkah Adventure
    67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Dog and Spider Productions
    Windows

    It's a 16 bit styled pixel Metroidvania crafted by someone who loves the genre! Put your fingers on WASD and arrow keys or grab your favorite controller to play, simple and easy as these games should be.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.5%, Platformer 17.6%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Action 6.2%, Adventure 5%

  56. #56 Elowyn and the Stolen Souls
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dream Stories
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Enter the magic world of Elowyn! Evolve with her and discover all the secrets to magic in this metroidvania with incredible characters and scenary. Learn powerful spells, create potions, unravel many riddles and live the entire fantasy!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.3%, Platformer 17%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Open World 8.1%, 2D 4.7%

  57. #57 Sweet Dreams Dahlia
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 2357 Steps
    Windows

    I wake beneath the ruins of a world built on dreams. I descend the shattered Tower, explore forgotten biomes, master ancient combat techniques, and face the consequences of my absence. Beautiful metroidvania about identity, guilt, and choice after the collapse of a powerful civilization.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 54.4%, Platformer 14.8%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, Action 5.7%, Story Rich 4.7%

  58. #58 Ascent DX
    65% matchVery Positive99% of 272 reviews2025
    Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
    Windows · Mac

    Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 58%, Platformer 17.5%, Open World 8.6%, Adventure 6.7%, Atmospheric 5%

  59. #59 Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 1,196 reviews2018
    Dev: WayForwardPub: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    The ultimate edition of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero comes with all of the previously released DLC, Modes, and Costumes in one epic collection! Includes an exclusive Blue Bathing Suit for use in Beach Mode!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Platformer 19.7%, Female Protagonist 19%, Adventure 5%, Action 4.7%

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