- #1 Shards of Memories
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Twelve Games
Windows
Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Souls-like 20.3%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 5.6%, Action 5.2%
- #2 Cliff Kingdom
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Most likely no reason for hysteria
Windows · Mac
The lighthouse has gone dark! You awake as Mothboy, last in a long line of lightkeepers summoned when something goes wrong. In this action packed adventure you climb, fight and explore the depths of Cliff Kingdom searching for the lost light.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Souls-like 26.4%, Exploration 6.7%, Platformer 5.6%, Nonlinear 5.1%
- #3 The Legend of Simurgh
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PixelNodes
Windows
You are a small bird traveling through 7 valleys to find the Simurgh and bring life back to your village.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 26.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 6.9%, Nonlinear 5.7%
- #4 Mother's Sword
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsitle
Windows
Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 33.8%, Action 6.8%, 2D Platformer 6.4%, Adventure 4.8%
- #5 Lotus Knight
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stinky Tofu Games
Windows · Mac
Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, Souls-like 31.6%, Platformer 8.7%, Action 5%, Nonlinear 3.9%
- #6 Spright
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Studio Wallnut
Windows
Spright is an epic 2D metroidvania about descending into a vast abyss that twists against you the deeper you go. Equipped with only your diving helm and a longswordm, you will dive head-on into a world that refuses to give way.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Souls-like 26.1%, Platformer 8.1%, Exploration 7.2%, Action 6%
- #7 Peppermint
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cowboy Fish Games
Windows
Pepper finds that her home has been taken over by an encroaching, melted, pink candy, endangering herself, her friends and her Queen. Seek out the pieces of sentient candy magic and save Pepper and her friends!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Souls-like 26.5%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 6%, Action-Adventure 4.8%
- #8 Infinitevania
91% matchVery Positive93% of 238 reviews2026
Dev: JHT Games
Windows
A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Souls-like 24%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 7%, Exploration 5%
- #9 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
92% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ongar Studio
Windows
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 25.9%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 5.9%, Platformer 5.9%
- #10 SpellTome
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
Windows
SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Souls-like 29%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 7%, Action-Adventure 4.5%
- #11 DEVIATOR
90% matchMixed67% of 1,009 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
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 34.2%, Souls-like 27.7%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 6.3%, Action 5.2%
- #12 Briar Flame
89% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: HappyDoodz Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Souls-like 28.8%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Action 4.6%, Platformer 4.5%
- #13 Lightward
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wolfbit Games
Windows · Mac
Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, Souls-like 31.5%, Platformer 7.3%, Action 5.8%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #14 Salene
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DejaView
Windows
Salene is a action-platformer with quick precise combat set in a world ravaged by a war of angels and men. Conquer the Seven Virtues, gain new skills and learn the Songs of Creation to rise up and face the divinity that commands them all!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Souls-like 25.5%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 7.8%, Platformer 5.9%
- #15 Lightwood
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unfixed Brain
Windows
Lightwood is an immersive semi-open world Metroidvania. Master your skills and fight magnificent Lords as you unravel the ancient mysteries behind the kingdom's decay.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Souls-like 29.4%, Nonlinear 8.8%, Action-Adventure 6%, Exploration 5.8%
- #16 Go Alone
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: orobi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Souls-like 31.9%, Exploration 7.2%, Action 5.4%, Adventure 5.4%
- #17 Obsidian Legion
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Palisade Games
Windows
Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 29.7%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 7%, Action 5.6%
- #18 Tairo: Lost In Time
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Philuma
Windows
Tairo: Lost In Time is a 3D stylized metroidvania following Tairo, a young time weaver lost in a forgotten realm. Explore a big lively world, full with mysteries to solve, wide range of bosses, creatures and forgotten knights. Shape your journey downwards, manipulating time to reveal your past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.1%, Souls-like 37.6%, Action 4.6%, Adventure 3.4%, Platformer 3.3%
- #19 The Malice Kingdom
85% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: The Cheesecake Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore an ancient world in The Malice Kingdom. Travel the rich and diverse landscape filled with ancient ruins, foreboding forests, and haunting mansions. Discover powerful weapons, befriend Whimsical characters, and uncover the dormant secret within the kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Souls-like 24.3%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 7.3%, Action-Adventure 6.4%
- #20 Second Works
84% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: #Sharp
Windows
『Second Works』 is a 2D platform action-adventure game set in a sci-fi fantasy world based on biotechnology. Enjoy the unique atmosphere created by colorful anime-style graphics and the thrilling experience of high-difficulty action.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Souls-like 22.7%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action 9.6%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #21 Mother ZERO
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mitral Pulse Studio
Windows
In Mother ZERO, a cyberpunk action-adventure game, fight your way through a decaying world full of mysteries and threats. Explore deep underground bunkers, battle corrupted creatures, and encounter bizarre characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Souls-like 25.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Nonlinear 5.7%
- #22 Tear of Stars
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SevenPearls
Windows
Control two heroes as one in this atmospheric 2D Metroidvania. Explore two ruined kingdoms, from crystalline ruins to clockwork towers. Seamlessly swap between Asir’s elemental swordplay and Layla’s tactical wire-bow to solve cooperative puzzles and seek the truth behind the Darian legacy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Souls-like 22%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Action 6.6%, Platformer 5.6%
- #23 Silent Santicado
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vigilant Addiction Studios
Windows
Explore a silent, crumbling world in Silent Santicado! A retro journey through a fallen kingdom tainted by lost magic. Explore overgrown ruins, encounter a cast of peculiar characters, and defeat a menagerie of twisted enemies as you search for the source of Santicado's curse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Souls-like 28.7%, 2D Platformer 8.1%, Nonlinear 7%, Action-Adventure 4%
- #24 Solateria
80% matchVery Positive84% of 702 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Souls-like 28.7%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Exploration 5.3%, Platformer 5.2%
- #25 Dimension Rift Zero
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MrDyvik
Windows
Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Souls-like 28.7%, Platformer 7.2%, 2D Platformer 6.6%, Exploration 6.1%
- #26 Runic Curse Remastered
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Souls-like 29.8%, Action 6.7%, Platformer 4.9%, Adventure 4.5%
- #27 DREIFRAME
79% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: MrDrone
Windows
Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 30.3%, Platformer 7.1%, Exploration 4.4%, Action 4.2%
- #28 Anokye
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Mills Media
Windows
Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Souls-like 28.6%, Platformer 5.3%, Indie 5.1%, Exploration 4.6%
- #29 Enemies Within
78% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: BoomSqueak
Windows
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Souls-like 25.4%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 7.7%, Platformer 5.2%
- #30 Fatal Claw
77% matchVery Positive96% of 156 reviews2025
Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
Windows
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 26.4%, Souls-like 23.3%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Nonlinear 7.1%, Platformer 5.5%
- #31 Anatine
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows · Mac
Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Souls-like 30.5%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 5.8%, Platformer 5.7%
- #32 Nyaginata
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: fenrirs.art
Windows
Welcome to the world of Nyaginata! A hard-fought journey awaits as you carve your way past an onslaught of enemies! React and outwit in order to survive. Go forth! Make rapid progress!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Souls-like 23.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action 9.2%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #33 Goldfish
76% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Gabry Corti
Windows
Embark on a delirious journey in this metroidvania set on a pirate island where all the characters are sea animals.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Souls-like 29.5%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 5%, Action 4.9%
- #34 Necrowave
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arfhis The Wizard
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the emotional life of a zombie with a microwave stuck on his butt. A 2D platformer with critical thinking based combat where each different enemy feels like a puzzle to solve instead of relying on brute hack & slash tactics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Souls-like 25.2%, Nonlinear 8.1%, Exploration 6.7%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #35 Luminite Era: Expedition
75% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: GameRelics
Windows
In "Luminite Era: Expedition," face unique Boss battles, wield arcane spells, and create distinct equipment combos to unveil the Black Mist's secrets and preserve humanity's last Luminite glimmer amid its relentless spread.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Souls-like 27.7%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 6.7%, Platformer 6.4%
- #36 Intertwined
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VoidNode
Windows · Mac
A 2D metroidvania where your final boss is the character you didn’t choose. Play as Seren or Umbra—Master directional spear combat, explore a broken world, and uncover the truth behind your bond.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Souls-like 28.6%, 2D Platformer 7.1%, Platformer 6.2%, Exploration 5.8%
- #37 Sinweaver
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jitterbug Games
Windows · Linux
Sinweaver is a 2D Metroidvania Lite that has you cutting your way through fallen angels and cultists alike as you fight your way through hell to escape a grim afterlife. Explore levels and an interactive overworld map to uncover the worlds secrets and why heavens mightiest have fallen to darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Souls-like 27.9%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 5.5%, Action-Adventure 5.2%
- #38 Vesuvius
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snow Day Games
Windows · Mac
Explore the frozen depths of Vesuvius, a 2D action platformer. Set within the sprawling volcano, journey through fantastical alternate realities, battle corrupted mythical beasts, and survive a world steeped in ash and fable.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Souls-like 33.1%, Platformer 6.5%, Adventure 4.3%, Exploration 4.2%
- #39 Linkisa
73% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Lzerogas Game Studio
Windows · Linux
Linkisa is a hand-drawn Metroidvania set in a world inspired by Malagasy folklore and steampunk aesthetics. Play as General Linkisa, stripped of his memories, and explore the rain-soaked regions of the Empire of Orana in search of your past and the restoration of order. Masina ny orana.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47%, Souls-like 14%, 2D Platformer 7.6%, Action 6.6%, Multiple Endings 5.4%
- #40 CINCILLA
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Jesus G. Paterna
Windows · Mac
CINCILLA es una aventura metroidvania 2D de fantasía oscura con temática pixel art. Explora un misterioso pueblo con más de 50 niveles interconectados y descubre los misterios que se ocultan entre los Hilos y la Superficie.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Souls-like 30%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action 6%, Adventure 2.8%
- #41 Dirtlight
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Applava
Windows
Dig through an odd world full of dangerous creatures. Uncover hidden paths and long-buried secrets. Dirtlight is a metroidvania where the journey runs deep, and offers unexpected ways to explore.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Exploration 8.7%, Platformer 8.4%, Action 8.2%
- #42 Children of Birch
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UvuikSmoniti
Windows
"Children of the Birch" is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the mythology of various Slavic peoples and combining a sophisticated platformer with a depressing narrative.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Souls-like 29.8%, Mythology 7.7%, Platformer 7.1%, Exploration 4.8%
- #43 Midpoint
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frandy
Windows
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 28.6%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 6.9%, Exploration 6.3%
- #44 Last Souls
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ruben Wihler
Windows · Mac
Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Souls-like 27.4%, Nonlinear 8.5%, Platformer 6.5%, Exploration 5%
- #45 Celestial Lumina
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Juan Centeno
Windows
Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where Light clashes with the corrupted Darkness threatening to overtake the world. Ascend from the depths as Evan, heir of a fallen underworld, to awaken the radiant abilities within you & uncover the truth behind a world stripped of dawn.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Souls-like 27.5%, 2D Platformer 12%, Nonlinear 6.8%, Platformer 5.4%
- #46 Spellforged
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bewx
Windows
Forge your magical journey through the world of Syntheria in this action, adventure, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Souls-like 28.4%, Action 5.7%, Platformer 5.3%, 2D Platformer 5.2%
- #47 GINSHA
71% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
Windows · Linux
GINSHA is a unique atmospheric pixelart Action Adventure Platformer with special Gravity Shield and Dash Mechanics. It combines a versatile Platformer core with RPG, Souls and Crafting Elements to an Anomaly among Metroidvania games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Souls-like 26.5%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 6.3%, Exploration 5.8%
- #48 Dumbriel: Magnificent Adventure in Hell
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MadMoa
Windows
Dumbriel is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure set in Hell. Play as a clumsy fallen angel in a twisted underworld. Slash, craft, and dodge through deadly arenas, weird monsters, and hellish traps. Die, upgrade, and dive back in.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Souls-like 30.2%, Platformer 7.1%, Exploration 5%, Action-Adventure 4.7%
- #49 Vínculo
69% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Eric Ríos Hamilton
Windows
Embark yourself on an adventure through the Marble Palace and uncover the plentiful secrets it hides! Explore magnificent views and fight through the hostile halls of the palace, all while making use of the innovative plane change mechanics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Souls-like 25.8%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 8.3%, Platformer 5.4%
- #50 Elysian Echoes
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grinding Crow
Windows
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Souls-like 26.6%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 6.8%, Action-Adventure 5.9%
- #51 Dark Watcher
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matsapura Games
Windows
Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Souls-like 22.8%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 6.3%, Action-Adventure 5.6%
- #52 Cryselts
68% 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 38.2%, Souls-like 14.1%, Exploration 8.9%, Platformer 7.8%, Nonlinear 7.2%
- #53 Moonscars
68% matchVery Positive83% of 1,510 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 38%, Souls-like 32%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Action 6.6%, Platformer 4.9%
- #54 Crown Of Silence
66% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: Nyro Interactive
Windows
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Souls-like 22.9%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Exploration 7.1%, Platformer 5%
- #55 Croakspire
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lotus Wave 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 46.7%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Exploration 7.5%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Action 6.9%
- #56 Bacuri
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bad Kid Games
Windows
Plunge into Bacuri's journey. Discovering himself, friends, habilities, lands, challenges and enemies. Draft your own path in this 2D platformer crafted in modern pixel art style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Souls-like 26.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 7.9%, Action 6.5%
- #57 PATHFINDER 08
70% 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 42.9%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Exploration 8.6%, Nonlinear 5.3%
- #58 The Steps of Divynia
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ice Spark Studios
Windows
Clash with tainted beasts as Divynia changes from the mundane to the unknown. As Aylidia, forge your destiny in a tale about courage and holding on to your beliefs. Will you unearth magic's greatest question, or are some mysteries better left untouched? Find out in this epic 2D Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Souls-like 30.5%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Action 4.6%, Action-Adventure 3.9%
- #59 Bloodline
66% matchMixed69% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Two Moons
Windows
Revenge against the forces of good! That is the goal of the dark elf Belphora, who wants to avenge the death of her father. Explore the beautiful pixel art world, find items to improve yourself and fight various enemies in this Metroidvania-like game. Fight for glory and revenge!
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Souls-like 27.9%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 6.7%, Action 5.8%
- #60 TOOK: The Immortal Hero
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 266 reviews2023
Dev: 妖妖酒Pub: IndieArk
Windows
A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 31.3%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 5.1%, Action 4.9%