
Summon the enemies you kill to solve puzzles, including a horse, a tree, a miner and a dragon. Some areas are unreachable without the right summon so you must find out how to get one it to advance to the next area.
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Indie, Action, Metroidvania, Adventure.

Summon the enemies you kill to solve puzzles, including a horse, a tree, a miner and a dragon. Some areas are unreachable without the right summon so you must find out how to get one it to advance to the next area.

Super Skelemania
Dive into Super Skelemania, a single-sitting metroidvania about an acrobatic skeleton. Jump over a pit of thorns, roll your skull like a bowling ball, or headbutt a spider like any good skeleton would!

Two Bit Hero
A classic retro metroidvania - retroidvania if you will - with (mostly) black and white graphics. Handcrafted, fast-paced action with multiple endings.
Dive into Super Skelemania, a single-sitting metroidvania about an acrobatic skeleton. Jump over a pit of thorns, roll your skull like a bowling ball, or headbutt a spider like any good skeleton would!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, Action 31%, Indie 25.3%
A classic retro metroidvania - retroidvania if you will - with (mostly) black and white graphics. Handcrafted, fast-paced action with multiple endings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Action 34.9%, Indie 26.8%
The Waste Land, a "metroidvania" style side-scroller inspired by T.S. Eliot’s poem of the same name, puts players in the role of a fallen king who must find his way to right the wrongs caused by his own failings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.2%, Action 25.3%, Indie 19.5%
Guide three sociopathic apprentices through an open world filled with caves, castles and underground cities as you search for your kidnapped teacher. Discover countless secrets, loot hidden treasure troves, and decapitate your enemies. Or immolate them. Or smack them in the face with fruit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, Indie 33.3%, Action 19.2%
Metamorfose S is a 2D action-adventure game with RPG elements.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Action 30.4%, Indie 24.8%
2D action adventure game set in the far future on a mysterious abandoned planet with yourself as the only survivor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 66.5%, Action 20%, Indie 13.5%
Ghostly Matter is a metroidvania with elements borrowed from graphic adventures. The year is 1986. A professor obsessed with the paranormal, an old friend who disappeared mysteriously. Time to arm yourself with the best anti-ghost technology and set off in search of the truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, Action 30.4%, Indie 21.4%
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 68%, Action 18.1%, Indie 13.9%
Ninja dash! Ninja jump! Ninja slash! 8-bit style Ninja platform action game!
Why similar: Metroidvania 58%, Action 24.6%, Indie 17.4%
Red, Yellow, Blue. It's Vivid Spirit! Their abilities are dictated by what color they are and it's up to you to figure out how to use them and when to swap. Guide Vivid and her dog, Spirit, on their many adventures through the world of Paper Craft!
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Indie 29.7%, Action 25.7%
An artistic metroidvania with a classic NES era gameplay, taking the player through the life of an average man escaping his depression in a partly imaginary world he created around him. Fight more than 60 enemy types and 5 bosses, uncover more than 160 areas and unlock all powers and items.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.9%, Indie 38.1%
Unravel the mystery uncovered by a remote interplanetary mining operation. What did they find? What threat does it pose? And ultimately, what does it truly mean to be a hero?
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.3%, Action 24.6%, Indie 22.1%
Lifespan 5seconds is a stage clear action puzzle game made by PixelGameMakerMV. While generating a block with a lifespan of 5 seconds Try on all 50 stages!
Restore harmony as shapeshifting demigod Maui on an adventure to save his island home from all-consuming darkness in this epic 2D open-world Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.5%, Action 32.4%, Indie 24.1%
Lured by a vengeful spirit of a defeated witch, our 16-bit hero, and his friends, find themselves trapped on a mysterious island full of deadly sorceresses! What heinous plans does this gruesome Witch have for him? And what is the true origin of the island?
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Action 29.9%, Indie 23%
RETSNOM is an inventive pixel art puzzle platformer that allows player to break the map by mirroring sections of the level, and rearranging it on the fly to save a sick daughter.
Four humans have been put to test by the Gods of the Ancient Greece, they shall face the minotaurs in the labyrinth. To survive, the must show their wisdom and solve the traps inside the labyrinth, all while avoiding the minotaurs. Their goal is to reach the last room, where the exit will be shown and they can finally be free.
In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.9%, Action 23.5%, Indie 20.5%
In this Insanely Twisted, 2-D action-adventure game, explore unique environments and battle bizarre creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 66.2%, Action 14.9%, Indie 12%, Puzzle 7%
An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 66.2%, Action 33.8%
An ancient evil has been set loose, and Jonathan cursed in the process. Jonathan must now collect seven holy grails from around all of Egypt to cleanse himself of the curse of Sehur the First. Be delighted by the quirky humor, charming characters, and the beautifully designed world, in Pharaoh Rebirth+!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Action 31.9%, Indie 22.6%
Japan's take on classic Commodore 64/Amiga action-adventure games. NOT a Metroidvania. Use your wits and your weapons to discover an ancient secret and gain your redemption. Art and music by Japanese legends of console gaming.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.3%, Action 42.7%
Yeomna is a Metrovania 2D action platform game. Take on the role of the Half-Demon exorcist Dongbaek, and complete the cases requested by Yeomna though combat and adventure in this dream-like, mysterious Underworld.
Why similar: Metroidvania 70.2%, Action 22.7%, Indie 7%
When the king declares that all food is now his, whatcha' gonna' do? Raise a skeleton slave to steal it back for you, of course!
Why similar: Action 52.8%, Metroidvania 39.2%, Indie 8%
Combat like 2D Mario found a knife and fell into a Souls game. Built around "Action Crafting" where chopping trees, mining resources, cooking and creating items is all done through action mechanics, not menus.
Why similar: Action 44.2%, Indie 33.6%, Metroidvania 22.2%
Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!
Why similar: Metroidvania 65.4%, Action 20%, Indie 14.5%
In Demon Peak, you play as the nameless warrior, trapped inside the depths of an unholy Mountain. Explore the mysterious and perilous enviroments, fight against a multitude of different enemies and gather magical abilities to overcome the Mountain's evil inhabitants.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.5%, Action 26.6%, Indie 18.9%
A Minesweeper game with a cute character, the control like a action game, and there have barrier objects and enemies.
Savior is an action-adventure platformer. Dramatically change a vast open world. Parkour effortlessly with pain-free intuitive platforming. Engage a variety of opponents with strategic, precision melee combat. Discover a rich world full of quests, colorful characters and countless secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.5%, Action 21.8%, Indie 16.8%
You are lost in the catacombs and finding your way out won’t be easy, but upon reaching the surface you will find you are not the only one who is lost. The mysterious spirit hound Echo is far from home, but with her by your side, exploration is as simple as a game of fetch.
Why similar: Action 41.7%, Indie 32.1%, Metroidvania 26.3%
Wander a whimsical world full of danger and surprise. Outsmart your environment as you punch, grab, and throw enemies and objects in this action-puzzle adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Action 30.6%, Indie 25%
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 58%, Action 24.2%, Indie 17.9%
Play as a special ops combat unit sent to investigate why the stars around Solar System are going dark in MegaSphere — a story-based post-cyberpunk action platformer adventure game of supermassive scale set in early 22nd century: smart guns, robots, self-reconstructing environments, and vast AIs.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.7%, Action 26.4%, Indie 20.9%
Remake of the 8 bits MSX2 game of the same name, with a 16 bits look. Genre: Metroidvania (2D Metroid/Castlevania style) with RPG elements. Explore, investigate, find improvements for your suit, find weapons, upgrade your weapons in workshops, fight incredible mutants...
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.9%, Action 26.2%, Indie 17.9%
Discover a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Action 37.6%, Indie 15.3%
Split your attention in Damaged In Transit! This mind-bending action-puzzler will leave you cross-eyed as you juggle two mindless delivery drones and help them ship their precious cargo. Weather the many dangers and obstacles you face across 125 levels, and embrace the miracle of automated delivery!
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 63.7%, Action 20.8%, Indie 15.5%
GRAY GROFA is an unparalleled side-scrolling shooter puzzle game developed for the 8-bit MSX computer. 2 years have been spent hand-tuning the game's visuals, movements and puzzles in a tireless pursuit for aesthetic perfection.
Launch your spider drone at walls, ceilings, and enemy heads in this indie multiplayer shooter where "move" and "attack" are synonymous.
Game indie of adventure, action and exploration style "Metroidvania".
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Action 34.6%, Indie 26.7%
Inspired by classic shooters like Gunstar Heroes, Metal Slug, and Contra, Greedy Guns brings the run-and-gun formula into the 21st Century! Help these greedy mercenaries survive their most epic contract yet. Explore, explode, survive!
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Action 30.3%, Indie 23.3%
Explore the forest, solve the puzzles, start the generators and call for help. Use the flashlight to defend yourself from the 'thing' that tries to kill you.
Terminate an alien underground base on Mars using the T1 Battle Droid in old school metroidvania style .
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.8%, Action 26.7%, Indie 20.5%
BeeBeeQ is an asymmetric local multiplayer game where one VR player controls a Chef while up to four xbox controller players control Bees. Armed with a spatula and a fly swat the VR chef player has to try cook while the bees steal food, sting and generally harass him.
A multiplayer VR game by an Arcade for Arcades. Kyber Knights is a fun and easy multiplayer game developed exclusively for VR Arcades. Simple controls and an easy to control Operator View make this fast paced shooter a great choice for Arcades. CURRENTLY ONLY IN LAN.
A "Metroid-vania"-style platform adventure, voted GAME OF THE YEAR by Gamezebo.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.4%, Action 22.5%, Indie 18.1%
Unnamed Adventure, an indie action platformer where every single level, puzzle is crafted by hands. Wander around in a mysterious kingdom where surprise and finding may hide in every corner you visit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Action 32.1%, Indie 24.7%
The Unfolding Engine: Paint a Game is a new paradigm of Metroidvania 2.5D game making software. That allows you to make the content of your game while you are playing it! The entire software is designed around allowing you to make and share worlds, share tools, and levels. All in real time.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.6%, Action 23.1%, Indie 18.3%
Usurper is a Metroidvania Action-RPG. With Eldritch horrors having been unleashed by the outer-worldly Citadel, your job is to rid London of its terrors. Use the new "Guard" system that rewards skillful play and accuracy, to uncover the massive structure and defeat the nightmares lurking within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.3%, Action 21.4%, Indie 15.3%
Raven: The Last Neko Slayer is a metroidvania game aiming to recapture the spirit of old action platformers with a unique style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.7%, Action 27.9%, Indie 19.5%
The Quest for the BIG KEY is highly inspired by NES classics that you will no doubt recognize. It focuses more on the exploring part. It comes completely without Enemies and Battles. So if you like finding secret passages and collecting items that allow you to progress in different parts of the map, ...
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Indie 26.7%, Action 23.9%, Puzzle 11.9%
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 78.1%, Action 13.4%, Indie 8.5%
Mo the frog is a classic 2D platform in which you will have to committ fully to ho through many levels that are present in the game. Dress the part of Mò the frog in the epic adventure to free Avalaar's kingdom from the oppression which the terrible Peter's the troll and his henchmen, the black captains, try to bring by conquering it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.1%, Action 30.5%, Indie 21.4%
The Pit is a platform game with touches of action and puzzles, which will force you to understand and know how to use all the skills you have.
Light a yellow candle by controlling the water level! Easy action puzzle.
This is a 2D action hardcore flatformer game. Get into the simple but difficult world of Beyond the Wizard! If you have enough patience, this game will not be difficult!
You were on the way to a recycling process when fortunately for you - and unfortunately for the environment - you accidentally ran off. Now your goal is to escape from the facility, which is an extremely difficult task due to the fact that you are a battery without legs.
Garrison Gauntlet is an oldschool-style action-platformer where you play through over four stages of intense challenges! A little robot that is to serve as nothing more than as one of the many robotic minions owned by the evil tyrant, Garrison, you must stop his forces from the inside!