Games Like STRIDER™ / ストライダー飛竜®

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Ninja 39.2% ★, Metroidvania 31.4%, Platformer 17%, Retro 4.7%, Side Scroller 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a fast-paced ninja protagonist and a brilliant transition from linear action to an interconnected metroidvania world.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Ninja 41.2% ★, Metroidvania 23%, Platformer 14.6%, Side Scroller 6.6%, Retro 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the essence of classic 8-bit ninja action games with modern, tight controls and challenging combat.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Ninja 33.4% ★, Platformer 26.9%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Action 7.5%, Fast-Paced 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers incredibly fast, lethal combat where precision and speed are essential for survival.

ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered. 10+ hrs of exploration and fast-paced combat from award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, dynamic melee take-downs, and new Master Challenges.

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.7%, Platformer 21.5%, Side Scroller 12.7%, 2.5D 9%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential 2.5D metroidvania that emphasizes modern action and exploration in a massive facility.

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.

Why similar: Ninja 62.8% ★, Platformer 19.9%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Action 4.7%, 2D 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers the definitive 2D ninja experience with a heavy focus on stealth and fluid movement.

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, Platformer 23.7%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Action 5.4%, Adventure 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides fluid, high-speed combat and deep exploration mechanics that feel like a modern evolution of the genre.

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

Why similar: Platformer 51.1%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Action 19.8%, Anime 4.1%, 2D 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-platformer with anime-inspired aesthetics and intense, ability-driven combat.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Platformer 27.9%, Hack and Slash 8.6%, Action 6.7%, Side Scroller 5%

Why You'll Like It: Features fluid, high-speed hack-and-slash combat set within a beautiful side-scrolling world.

Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.1%, Platformer 25.7%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Action 5.8%, Adventure 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: Combines fast-paced, combo-heavy combat with intricate platforming and metroidvania progression.

KUNAI is a quirky, fast-paced action platformer. You play as Tabby, a tablet who joins the fight against a robot uprising. Use your kunai and ninja parkour skills to stop Lemonkus, the A.I.-gone-evil that almost wiped out all human life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Ninja 24.3% ★, Platformer 14.3%, Action 12.6%, Side Scroller 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a robotic protagonist with high-speed movement and grappling hook mechanics in a metroidvania setting.

SANABI is an exhilarating stylish dystopian action-platformer. Play as a legendary retired veteran and use your signature prosthetic arm to jump over cliffs and skyscrapers, zip through bullets and traps and defeat powerful enemies.

Why similar: Platformer 40.2%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Action 15.4%, Cyberpunk 10.6%, Retro 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Utilizes a unique grappling hook mechanic to create fast, momentum-based action and platforming.

Mega Man is back! The newest entry in this iconic series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh new visual style. The new Double Gear system boosts Mega Man's speed and power for a new twist to the satisfying gameplay the series is known for.

Why similar: Platformer 36.6%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Classic 15.7% ★, 2.5D 10.4%, Action 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers classic, high-difficulty side-scrolling action with modern visuals and precise controls.

Classic side-scrolling gameplay is reporting back for duty with Bionic Commando Rearmed, a remake of the classic NES game, out now on PC.20 years after the 8-bit classic was released, Bionic Commando Rearmed recreates the world of the original with a complete "2.5D" visual revamp.

Why similar: Platformer 68.9%, Action 17.5%, Retro 6.5%, 2.5D 6.3%, 2D 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on unique movement mechanics and arcade-style action that mirrors the intensity of classic platformers.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Metroidvania 63.3%, Platformer 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.3%, 2.5D 7.4%, Action 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, expansive metroidvania that offers a wide variety of combat styles and character progression.

Mutant scum never learn! Blaster Master Zero makes its Steam debut! Blaster Master Zero is a 8-bit style top-down & sideview 2D action-adventure game that hearkens back to the golden age of the NES. The game features new gameplay elements such as improved gameplay, and a more robust scenario.

Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Platformer 23.6%, Action 11.7%, Retro 7%, Anime 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A refined retro-inspired metroidvania that balances side-scrolling platforming with top-down combat.

After 34 years in the shadows, prepare to see this legendary action adventure in a new light! Looking and playing better than ever before, Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is Tengo Project’s remake of a cult classic, that the fans have been waiting for.

Why similar: Ninja 50% ★, Platformer 19.5%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Retro 5.6%, Action 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful and modernized take on classic ninja side-scrolling action.

Shadow Blade is an action-platformer set in a visually striking world where the ancient teachings of ninjas and samurai clash upon a modern landscape. Sprint through stages littered with traps, slaying enemies along your path without hesitation as Kuro, the blade of shadow!

Why similar: Ninja 62.9% ★, Platformer 23.2%, Action 7.1%, Fast-Paced 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A ninja-themed platformer that focuses on fluid movement and satisfying combat encounters.

Super House of Dead Ninjas is an action arcade game with roguelite elements. Race against a 30 second timer as you descend floor after foe-filled floor and attempt to unlock the secrets of this deadly tower!Play as the fearsome Crimson Ninja, wielding an arsenal of deadly ninja weapons and attacks.

Why similar: Ninja 50.8% ★, Platformer 30%, Action 7.4%, Arcade 4.1%, Fast-Paced 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style, fast-paced action game that rewards speed and aggressive play.

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 50.5%, Platformer 23.2%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Action 5.2%, Anime 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tight, fast-paced metroidvania with responsive combat and a dark, atmospheric world.

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 66.3%, Platformer 18.4%, Action 3.7%, Side Scroller 3.6%, Retro 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style metroidvania that focuses on exploration and unique weapon-based combat.

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 69.5%, Platformer 20.7%, Action 5.2%, Side Scroller 3.3%, 2D 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a deep, customizable combat system set within a challenging metroidvania world.

Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".

Why similar: Metroidvania 49%, Platformer 29%, Action 12.2%, Retro 7.5%, Anime 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the original with improved movement and combat mechanics in a diverse metroidvania world.

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.7%, Platformer 25%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Action 4.4%, Adventure 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers intense, large-scale combat and fluid movement in a sprawling, hand-drawn metroidvania.

Be a ninja and go on an action platforming adventure to save the world. Climb walls, slice up bad guys, master tricky platforming sequences and face ruthless bosses.

Why similar: Ninja 41.5% ★, Platformer 21.8%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Arcade 5.9%, Retro 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, arcade-style platformer that demands precision and quick reflexes.

A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

Why similar: Ninja 44.2% ★, Platformer 17.8%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Metroidvania 9.9%, Hack and Slash 5.6%

The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4.

Why similar: Ninja 34.9% ★, Metroidvania 29.4%, Platformer 17.8%, Action 7.4%, Hack and Slash 5.2%

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 59.6%, Platformer 21.1%, Side Scroller 7.4%, Action 7%, Adventure 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer that balances challenging boss encounters with a strong narrative and fluid movement.

10 SECOND NINJA X is a hardcore sidescroller. You're a ninja, there are robots, you've got ten seconds to destroy them all. Get three star ratings, climb leaderboards, discover secrets and stop Captain Greatbeard.

Why similar: Ninja 42.6% ★, Platformer 33.9%, Action 10.7%, Side Scroller 6.8%, Fast-Paced 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A precision-focused platformer that challenges players to complete levels with extreme speed and efficiency.

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 54.8%, Platformer 31%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure platformer that features fast combat and exploration in a fantasy setting.

The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

Why similar: Ninja 62.9% ★, Hack and Slash 23.2%, Action 9.5%, Adventure 2.8%, Cyberpunk 1%

A mysterious agent, capable of becoming a digital ghost, sneaks aboard the Nakamura Space Station. This is where the fun begins: the station is well-protected with its heavy defences, never-ending arsenal of weapons, and mysterious artifacts. It will all have to be destroyed.

Why similar: Metroidvania 59.5%, Platformer 17.6%, Side Scroller 6.9%, Action 6.7%, Cyberpunk 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-platformer with a heavy emphasis on combat and exploration.

Explore a dark and sinister Osaka as the Demon Hunter Shin. Battle demons, regain lost skills, and uncover the truth of your forgotten past in this exciting occult-inspired cyberpunk metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Ninja 28.1% ★, Platformer 15.3%, Side Scroller 13%, Action 3.3%

With its cyberpunk city brought to life with retro graphics, Ninja Issen invites players into a world filled with "hyper ninja action" as they work alone to annihilate waves of enemy troops using a variety of ninja skills and fight bosses coming at you with relentless, diverse attack patterns.

Why similar: Ninja 53.5% ★, Platformer 12.6%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Hack and Slash 6.9%, Action 6%

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 67.6%, Platformer 21.1%, Action 4.5%, Retro 3.1%, Adventure 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging metroidvania that prioritizes exploration and tight, action-oriented boss fights.

An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...

Why similar: Ninja 54.7% ★, Hack and Slash 18%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Action 4.7%, Sci-fi 1.4%

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 37.2%, Platformer 20.5%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Side Scroller 11.5%, 2.5D 8.7%

Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.9%, Platformer 25.6%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 3.7%

SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!

Why similar: Ninja 58.7% ★, Action 30.4%, Arcade 6.6%, Anime 2.3%, Singleplayer 2.1%

HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 14.5%, 2.5D 10.8%, Hack and Slash 8.2%

Mighty No. 9 is a 2D Side-scrolling Action game that takes the best elements from 8 and 16-bit classics that you know and love and transforms them with modern tech, fresh mechanics, and fan input into something fresh and amazing!

Why similar: Platformer 42%, Side Scroller 23.2%, 2.5D 16.7%, Action 9.7%, Retro 4.6%

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options.

Why similar: Ninja 61% ★, Platformer 26.1%, Side Scroller 7.1%, Action 3.8%, Adventure 0.9%

A brand new entry to the series, NIGHT STRIKER GEAR revitalizes the sprite scaling pseudo-3D style with polished graphics. The new GEAR System gives an added depth to the gameplay without sacrificing the intuitiveness. Feeling the rush of fast-paced music, strike through the night once more!

Why similar: Arcade 31.2%, Action 24.3%, Retro 17.5%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Cyberpunk 11.1%

The Ninja of the Nth Dimension is back! Explore vibrant retro landscapes, discover hidden secrets and take down menacing bosses in a modern reimagining of the classic action platforming adventure Zool.

Why similar: Ninja 61.4% ★, Platformer 18.7%, Retro 7.3%, Action 5.9%, Arcade 3.9%

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 44.8%, Platformer 24.6%, Side Scroller 17%, Action 6.4%, Cyberpunk 3.1%

Hyperactive 2D action platformer with wicked fast attacks, omnidirectional dashing, and time-freezing! Play well enough to transform and unleash 100% power!

Why similar: Platformer 38.2%, Fast-Paced 20.9%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Action 13.8%, Arcade 4.8%

A fast-paced action platformer based on the world of Ninja Slayer, a hit manga that sold 4.44 million copies! In the fictional cyberpunk city of Neo-Saitama, take control of Ninja Slayer as he does battle with numerous evil ninjas, all to avenge the death of his wife and child.

Why similar: Ninja 49.6% ★, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Side Scroller 13%, Fast-Paced 6%, Retro 5.6%

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 41.6%, Platformer 24%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Hack and Slash 7.9%, Action 6.4%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Ninja 63.5% ★, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Action 7.7%, Classic 5.6% ★, Adventure 2.4%

Get ready for some seriously stylish action from renowned designer SUDA51. In this exclusive version for PC, players will be slicing, dicing, and shooting as the suave executioner Mondo Zappa. Prepare for the thrill of love and kill in KILLER IS DEAD!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 70.8%, Action 23.9%, Adventure 2.2%, Cyberpunk 1.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is a side-scrolling action platformer that channels the golden age of classic 16-bit action games in a full-throttle quest for revenge. Created to defend a totalitarian state, the Moonrider rejects its programming and now seeks vengeance on its creators.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Platformer 22.8%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Retro 6.3%

Shinobi alert! Use your 7 shinobi weapons to survive the bloodshed! Introducing a hard core 2D ninja action game by Hyper-retro graphics.

Why similar: Ninja 83.2% ★, Action 8.6%, Retro 7.1%, 2D 0.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Become Aiden, a three-armed mutant who hunts the most dangerous bounties in the galaxy. Catch, slice, dice and destroy enemies in this exciting 2D platformer with a space-western setting.

Why similar: Ninja 50.4% ★, Platformer 18.6%, Hack and Slash 10%, Side Scroller 9%, Fast-Paced 4%

The ultra-refined 2D side-scrolling action you remember from "Azure Striker Gunvolt" is recharged and better than ever! In Gunvolt 2, series anti-hero Copen joins the fray as a playable character! Copy abilities from defeated boss characters and use them as your own!

Why similar: Platformer 61%, Action 21.9%, Retro 10.4%, Anime 4.7%, 2D 2.1%

Blood will run in Ghostrunner 2, a hardcore FPP slasher set in a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk future. Become the ultimate cyber ninja and prepare for epic boss fights, improved skills, an interactive story, new game modes, and captivating synthwave soundtrack.

Why similar: Ninja 45.4% ★, Hack and Slash 25.9%, Fast-Paced 11.3%, Action 8.3%, Cyberpunk 6.5%

Slave Zero X is a stylish 2.5D character action game set in the biopunk world of Slave Zero (1999). Run & Slash your way through a dystopian future in this character action game which will resonate with fans of Devil May Cry, Strider, and Guilty Gear.

Why similar: Ninja 53.2% ★, Hack and Slash 18.5%, 2.5D 11.5%, Retro 4.3%, Cyberpunk 4.2%

From the dark streets of San Diego to the deepest depths of the criminal underworld, control the Street Cleaner as he takes down outlaw scum in search of justice.

Why similar: Ninja 47.7% ★, Platformer 28.8%, Action 11.6%, Retro 6.8%, Cyberpunk 3.5%

Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.9%, Platformer 29.8%, Classic 7.9% ★, Action 4.4%, Retro 3.7%

Leap, slash, splash! You are the overpowered ninja hero Shadow Bug! Save your home forest from the evil factory by slicing monsters to pieces.

Why similar: Ninja 62.2% ★, Platformer 27.4%, Action 8.1%, Adventure 1.4%, 2D 0.9%