- #1 Dusted Dusk
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Action RPG 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 8.9%, Exploration 8.8%
- #2 PSYCRON
96% matchVery Positive94% of 113 reviews2021
Dev: Mothware
Windows
A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Platformer 8.5%, Sci-fi 8.4%
- #3 AOI
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: Pura Studio
Windows
This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Action RPG 9.7%
- #4 A Song in Elyel Nalore
95% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, Action RPG 15%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Platformer 9.4%, 2D Platformer 7.9%
- #5 God Edge
94% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Weaver Games
Windows
Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Action RPG 10%, Platformer 8.6%
- #6 PLAN:B
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BAKSAL.Studio
Windows
A black cat pulls multiple triggers of revenge. Set, a feline mercenary with a massive bayonet, is haunted by her past and driven to avenge her fallen comrades. In a cyberpunk world of twelve races, she uncovers hidden truths through brutal action and vast Metroidvania exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Exploration 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #7 Croakspire
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Platformer 8.5%, Exploration 8.4%
- #8 Earthblade
92% 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 35.9%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 12.2%, Action RPG 11.8%, Exploration 9.1%
- #9 Nihilsearch
91% 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 43.6%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Sci-fi 7.1%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #10 Echoes of Nox
91% 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 35.2%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 10.2%, PvE 8.3%
- #11 Filiy Eclipse
90% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Muramasa Fudo
Windows
Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Action RPG 15.5%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, RPG 6%, Action 5.7%
- #12 Bread Adventure
89% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Platformer 14.7%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Action-Adventure 5.9%
- #13 The Journey of Clinbo
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mechanical Heart
Windows
Ember Journey of Clinbo This is a fantasy, pixel-art Metroidvania-style game. You are Clinbo, the only "transgressor" robot to possess a soul in a limbo between life and death—a realm where countless souls are judged by a single standard: "Harmony."
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action RPG 12.4%, Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 10.2%
- #14 Ganymede
88% 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 37.4%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Exploration 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #15 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tortuga Software
Windows
Dreadstone – The Immortal Prisoner is an upcoming indie 2D Metroidvania platformer. Especially important to us are the game elements “looting” and “leveling“. The goal is to create a combination of our favorite games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Action RPG 13.4%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 8.3%, RPG 6.3%
- #16 Garden of the Atom
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rookbird GamesPub: Blacc Ski Weekend Industries
Windows · Linux
Garden of the Atom is a combat-focused Metroidvania where you hold nothing back. Start with every movement ability unlocked and play as 'Prodigy,' an exiled genius infiltrating a futuristic dictatorship to stop a tyrant from harnessing a cataclysmic meteor shower.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Inventory Management 9.5%, PvE 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #17 Xanthiom Zero
86% matchVery Positive96% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: MathanGames
Windows
Play as Captain Grisham, and uncover the secrets of Planet 4-514 in this thrilling prequel to Side Scape!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Exploration 8.4%
- #18 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
85% 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 42.4%, Platformer 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Action-Adventure 5.6%
- #19 Pipsqueak!
84% 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 37.5%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Exploration 7.9%
- #20 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
82% matchVery Positive96% of 241 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 43.3%, Platformer 11.5%, Exploration 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 5.3%
- #21 Torii: Beyond The Gates
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 13.7%, Action RPG 12.6%, RPG 6%
- #22 Lilium Reach
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostglade
Windows
Lilium Reach is an action adventure where you travel to a distant, forgotten region of space. Explore and collect customizable gear to aid you as you face oddities, mysteries, and danger that your life in the core systems never prepared you for.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Gun Customization 18.6% ★, Action RPG 11.5%, Platformer 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #23 Phaze Shift
82% 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 43.1%, Platformer 15.1%, Inventory Management 11.4%, 2D Platformer 6%, Exploration 5.7%
- #24 Pentacore
81% 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 44%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Sci-fi 5.7%
- #25 史莱狗(Slimg)
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cow Studio
Windows
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, RPG 6%
- #26 Shattered Divinities
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StellarSoul
Windows
In Shattered Divinities, embark on an adventure that pits you directly against divinity itself! An ancient War of Gods shattered the world, and their broken power has become the Calamities that consume all life. How will you survive in this land? And how will you uncover the secrets behind the War?
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Platformer 15.7%, Action RPG 10.9%, Exploration 6%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #27 Intergalactic Mystery
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rebelião Studio
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure with Duke and Floc, fighting in alien worlds, unraveling cosmic secrets, and challenging bosses in search of the celestial origins of an enigmatic Alien. RPG, adventure, shooting, and NPC interaction. Get ready for intense action!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Gun Customization 23.3% ★, Platformer 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #28 Frogreign
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arkanpixel
Windows
Leap into an amphibious adventure where your tongue is your grappling hook! Use your tongue to swing, slap and grapple your way through this vibrant Metroidvania. Will you help prince Rill to unlock the power of the great spirits and find his sister, lost in the midst of a royal conspiracy?
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Platformer 13.3%, Action RPG 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Exploration 6.8%
- #29 Silvercall
78% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: CUNX
Windows · Mac
Silvercall – A retro action-platformer RPG. Play as an amnesiac adventurer, battling through perilous terrain and collecting Memory Crystals to uncover your past and your lover's dark transformation into the "Saintess".
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Platformer 13.9%, Action RPG 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #30 Raider Kid and the Ruby Chest
77% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Cacareco Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sneak away from your boring family vacation and delve into ancient ruins! Borrow equipment from dead explorers and uncover the secrets of a lost civilization as you leave your parents worried sick. Warning: The Ruby Chest may contain traces of an ancient curse (and gluten).
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.5%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Exploration 9.6%
- #31 Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Stephen Ciuca
Windows
Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke is a Metroidvania with action and RPG elements. Jump, slide, wall jump, swim, and battle your way through the Dukedom. Other mechanics include pushing boxes, pulling levers, and swinging on ropes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.9%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 14.6%, Action RPG 9.1%, RPG 6.5%
- #32 Cathedral: Crow's Curse
77% 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 31.4%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Action RPG 9.7%, Exploration 8.6%
- #33 Blessing Part I
76% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Action RPG 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, RPG 7%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #34 Chibits
76% 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 46.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 13.4%, Exploration 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #35 The Last Tree
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: zzmingo
Windows · Mac
A 2D pixel-like Metrovania game, exploring the game world with a unique atmosphere. In a mysterious and huge tree world, as time goes by, trees and plants have withered, the ecology has become worse, life has become scarce, and who will save the world that is about to break.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.6%, Platformer 12.6%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, RPG 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #36 Axel Quest
73% 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 34.2%, Platformer 12.6%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action RPG 12.6%, Exploration 8.1%
- #37 PATHFINDER 08
75% 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 41.2%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Exploration 10.2%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #38 Escape From Tethys
75% matchMixed69% of 457 reviews2018
Dev: Whimsical
Windows · Mac
You're trapped, alone and cold on a distant planet. Pursued by a droid with only one purpose: killing everything. You must find an escape. Explore the hostile environment, find secret upgrades and new weapons, and finally make your escape from this dark, hostile planet...
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.8%, Platformer 19.3%, Exploration 9.7%, Action 9%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #39 Xanthiom 2
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MathanGames
Windows
Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 12.4%, Exploration 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #40 Maelstrom
73% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Platformer 9%, Action 5.6%
- #41 Far Star
72% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: This is Vini
Windows · Linux
Far Star is a story-driven action-adventure game with Metroidvania influences. There is something fishy going on in this galaxy, but this won’t stop your intergalactic general services crew from doing their job using a varied set of skills, weapons and outfits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 11%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #42 FrogeON
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JofraDev
Windows
A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Platformer 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Exploration 7.8%
- #43 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Platformer 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Sci-fi 5.8%, Space 5.3%
- #44 Aeronesia
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Things by Filip
Windows
Aeronesia is a non-linear platform RPG with emphasis on exploration, combat, dialogue and quest-based progression. After an accident transports you and hundreds of other people into an alien world, it's up to you to find a way to survive and discover some means of getting back home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Action RPG 13.8%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #45 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Action RPG 15.7%, Platformer 10.9%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, RPG 5.8%
- #46 Castlevania Dominus Collection
68% matchVery Positive95% of 2,570 reviews2024
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Action RPG 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 7.7%, Exploration 7.3%
- #47 Hell Being
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BitLife
Windows
Hell Being is a metroidvania where the player explores hell as a hell-born creature, face its challenges and monsters to unlock new powers and find a way out from the injustice of being born in this place.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Platformer 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, PvE 10%, Action-Adventure 5.3%
- #48 BLIGHTWRECK
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mothware
Windows · Linux
Stuck at the bottom of the sea floor, escape a sunken ocean liner in this handcrafted 2D METROIDvania! Find powerful upgrades, and fight strange bosses. You may be isolated from your shipmates, but you're not alone...
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 13.4%, Exploration 11.7%, Action-Adventure 5.4%
- #49 Aldebaran Legend
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Solitude Games
Windows
In a village located to the south, there is one of the twelve guardians, the warrior of Leo, known for his determination in combat and number of victories. Our hero will be responsible for finding the mystical artifacts, to prevent the kingdom from being bathed in blood and darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Action RPG 16.7%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 9.4%, RPG 9.2%
- #50 Faction Reticent
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Alpherisk
Windows
A "whimsical fantasy" action platformer game with an open-ended progression. Utilize the given abilities to you to its fullest potential, and look epic while doing it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action RPG 12.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
- #51 Axiom Verge 2
69% 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 41.9%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 6.9%
- #52 GoldFish Brain
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.4%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action RPG 12.3%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Action 4.1%
- #53 Grav1ty
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eduardo MachadoPub: Eduardo Machado
Windows
Discover an enigmatic universe. Explore diverse biomes, face ancient guardians, and uncover hidden secrets in this captivating 2D pixel art platformer. Embark on an unforgettable cosmic odyssey!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Platformer 13.3%, 2D Platformer 13%, Exploration 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #54 Environmental Station Alpha
69% matchVery Positive83% of 1,601 reviews2015
Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Platformer 12.7%, Exploration 3.7%, Action 3.6%
- #55 The Curse Of Eira
67% 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 37.2%, Platformer 17.3%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Action 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #56 Somnium Shore
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
Windows
A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, Platformer 17.9%, Exploration 11.3%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #57 Ariana and the Elder Codex
67% 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 45.7%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Exploration 6.2%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #58 OTHERSIDE: Untamed Words
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: OthersideCraft
Windows
OTHERSIDE is a 2D, hand-drawn Metroidvania adventure featuring 'Mao' - a cat warrior awakened from slumber. Wield a sword and brush to explore a beast kingdom, encounter tribes, and uncover secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 13.1%, Action RPG 12%, Exploration 9.6%
- #59 The Throne
66% 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 35.7%, Platformer 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 8.6%
- #60 Xeodrifter
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 855 reviews2014
Dev: Atooi
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Exploration 7.8%