- #1 Mother's Sword
97% 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 31.6%, Souls-like 31.3%, Hack and Slash 9.6%, Platformer 6.1%, Action 5.4%
- #2 Lightward
96% 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 37.6%, Souls-like 28.8%, Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Action 4.6%
- #3 Templar
96% matchPositive81% of 43 reviews2025
Dev: Estudio 2Pastores
Windows · Linux
Templar is a 2D indie platformer and hack and slash game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Platformer 8.2%, Demons 7.1%
- #4 Pale Cinder
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OcO
Windows
Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 25.6%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Platformer 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%
- #5 Endless Night Sonata
94% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Sweeping Avalanche Creations
Windows
Endless Night Sonata is a hand drawn metroidvania with classic style animation. Follow the quest of Nicodemos in the "Worlds-in-middle", an unforgiving and dangerous land controlled by demonic forces on a epic mission to find his purpose...
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Souls-like 27.9%, Gothic 12.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Platformer 6.6%
- #6 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 42.4%, Souls-like 31.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Action 4.4%, 2D 3.6%
- #7 Moonscars
93% matchVery Positive83% of 1,480 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 34.5%, Souls-like 28.5%, Hack and Slash 7.4%, Platformer 6.9%, Action-Adventure 5.7%
- #8 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
92% matchMostly Positive78% of 79 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 24.7%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Platformer 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%
- #9 Crowsworn
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Souls-like 24.1%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Platformer 9.4%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
- #10 Hatone
91% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Devil's Delirium
Windows
Dive into a NES-inspired Action-Platformer with Metroidvania elements. Play as an Illuminati henchman battling fearsome bosses and unearthing secrets in an ancient castle. Fulfill your duty… but are you the architect of your fate—or just a pawn in a game someone else is playing?
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Souls-like 23.7%, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%
- #11 Obsidian Legion
90% 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 33.5%, Souls-like 29.2%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Platformer 6.2%
- #12 Spright
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Studio Wallnut
Windows
Spright is a 2D action-adventure about a lone warrior in a diving helm, drawn into the ruins of a fallen world. Craft weapons, bend spacetime, and fight through hostile environments, survive ambushes, and explore strange realms.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Souls-like 26.5%, Platformer 12.8%, Action 5.2%, Action-Adventure 4.8%
- #13 Silent Santicado
89% 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 35.1%, Souls-like 27.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Action-Adventure 5.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%
- #14 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
88% matchVery Positive81% of 5,532 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.
Why similar: Souls-like 43.7%, Metroidvania 31.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Platformer 5%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
- #15 Tairo: Lost In Time
87% 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 37.5%, Platformer 5.1%, Action 3.9%, Action-Adventure 3.7%
- #16 Being and Becoming
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Platformer 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 5.8%
- #17 Blasphemous
86% matchVery Positive90% of 64,390 reviews2019
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Souls-like 28.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Gothic 5.9% ★, Platformer 5.3%
- #18 Ichiro
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: SeikaGames
Windows
This is a difficult metroidvania style game with 90's arcade mechanics. It requires precision jumping and good highlights to shoot and jump.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Action 8.8%
- #19 Minoria
84% matchVery Positive81% of 2,611 reviews2019
Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Souls-like 23.1%, Hack and Slash 8.5%, Action 5.4%, Dark Fantasy 5%
- #20 Ex Angelus
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
Windows
Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Souls-like 26.8%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Action-Adventure 7%, Pixel Graphics 3.3%
- #21 Beholgar 2
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Serkan Bakar
Windows
The barbarian warrior Beholgar returns — and this time, his enemies are otherworldly! Deep beneath the earth, the mighty Djinn King stirs. To prevent his rise and save the world from eternal darkness, Beholgar embarks on a quest for a legendary, ancient sword.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 20%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Gothic 8.2% ★, Platformer 7.5%
- #22 Anatine
83% 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 35.6%, Souls-like 29.8%, Platformer 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%, Dark Fantasy 4.9%
- #23 Ryn: And the thread of life
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Innombrable
Windows
A 3D metroidvania hack-and-slash with low-poly and pixel art aesthetics. As Ryn, a rag doll born from the last light, explore a fading realm torn by the dark witch Stella. Defeat the five wicked dolls, claim their powers, and restore the broken Thread of Life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Souls-like 17.4%, Platformer 6.6%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #24 Unworthy
82% matchVery Positive81% of 848 reviews2018
Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Souls-like 36.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Action 4.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
- #25 Uncured
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: EndRealm
Windows · Mac · Linux
Uncured, Unhinged, Unyielding. In this unique roguelike platformer you slash your path through masses of infectuous beasts, relentless constructs of steel, and corrupt militaries that stand between you and the antivirus. Begin your journey to the heart of the capital before the time runs out.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 25.3%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Platformer 9.1%, Action-Adventure 6.3%
- #26 Go Alone
80% 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 42.6%, Souls-like 32.7%, Action-Adventure 5.4%, Adventure 5.2%, Action 4.8%
- #27 DEAD DAYLIGHT
79% matchVery Positive88% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: KARMIU
Windows
"DEADDAYLIGHT" is a side-scrolling platform action-adventure game.Developed independently by a single person. It tells the dark story of a protagonist who wakes up from a nightmare about the plague during a plague after the gods abandoned the earth, and then return to the Cathedral of Holy Light.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 19.8%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Platformer 8.9%, Gothic 8.4% ★
- #28 Instance Destroy
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Abysmal Attrition LLC
Windows
Bite sized metroidvania with several unique mechanics Make weapons from the elements, juggle enemies, find furniture? fight bosses, unlock abilities, find secrets, unlock transformations!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 25.9%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 5.6%
- #29 Dark Watcher
78% 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 35.5%, Souls-like 21.9%, Platformer 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #30 DEVIATOR
77% matchMixed68% of 996 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 36%, Souls-like 29%, Platformer 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%, Demons 5.5%
- #31 Miracle Corp.
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bonefish Games
Windows
Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Souls-like 29.2%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Action 4.7%
- #32 DREIFRAME
76% matchPositive86% of 14 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 39.3%, Souls-like 30.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Action 3.6%, Adventure 3.5%
- #33 Vesuvius
76% 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 41.8%, Souls-like 32.9%, Platformer 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 4.1%, Adventure 4%
- #34 The Malice Kingdom
77% 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 30.3%, Souls-like 25.2%, Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 9%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%
- #35 Mother ZERO
75% 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 36.6%, Souls-like 26.3%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Hack and Slash 7.2%, Platformer 5.8%
- #36 Roots of Cinder
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 25.6%, Hack and Slash 19.5%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, Action 5.1%
- #37 Briar Flame
73% 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 38.1%, Souls-like 30.4%, Platformer 7.3%, Action-Adventure 5%, Hack and Slash 4.2%
- #38 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
73% matchVery Positive92% of 240 reviews2025
Dev: Volk TeamPub: Progamefactoryllc
Windows
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 26.2%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
- #39 The Steps of Divynia
74% 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 36.3%, Souls-like 29.4%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Action-Adventure 5%, Action 3.8%
- #40 Foregone
74% matchVery Positive82% of 1,396 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 33.1%, Souls-like 24.6%, Platformer 12.1%, Hack and Slash 9%, Action 5.3%
- #41 The Last Faith
72% matchVery Positive84% of 5,430 reviews2023
Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Souls-like 27.1%, Gothic 11.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 7.7%, Platformer 6%
- #42 Undying Hare
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 妖妖酒
Windows
Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Souls-like 23.5%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Platformer 8%, Action-Adventure 5.4%
- #43 Rune Fencer Illyia
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nootbox Games
Windows
Traverse a massive, ruined and beautiful world in this intense, atmospheric action platformer. Steal enemy abilities and fight them back with their own runic magic and deadly swordplay, as you attempt to find your lost twin sister in the sunken kingdom of Ithos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 22.5%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #44 A Handful of Dust
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BVS Studios
Windows
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, Souls-like 21.3%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Hack and Slash 6.8%, Action 5.5%
- #45 Goldfish
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 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 35.6%, Souls-like 30.2%, Platformer 7.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
- #46 Bloodline
71% matchMixed68% of 31 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 35.1%, Souls-like 27.2%, Platformer 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #47 Full Moon
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ISGames
Windows
Explore a pyramid full of misteries while fighting against the dark forces. Chain your attacks in a fast paced combat system full of stylish combo. Fuse and equip the skills you find to forge your own path.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Souls-like 23.9%, Hack and Slash 16%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Platformer 6.8%
- #48 Din of Sen
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Espy Games
Windows
Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, Souls-like 28.9%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 5.4%, Action 3.9%
- #49 CINCILLA
69% 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 36.9%, Souls-like 30.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Action 5.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%
- #50 Cliff Kingdom
70% 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 41.7%, Souls-like 30.7%, Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 6.1%, Action 4.5%
- #51 Sutra Pilgrim
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SvenFish Games
Windows
Set out on a journey through Sutra Pilgrim! Hone your skills, gather powerful Artifacts, meet steadfast allies, and challenge fearsome Yaoguai Kings. Traverse a vast mythic world inspired by Journey to the West, seek the Sutra Pilgrim, and uncover the hidden truth behind this westbound journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Souls-like 32.6%, Platformer 6.9%, Action 5.9%, Action-Adventure 5.4%
- #52 Demons of Asteborg DX
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Neofid Studios
Windows
Knights, sharpen your blades, a new scourge is descending upon the kingdom of Asteborg! Take on the role of Gareth, a knight of the royal guard with a mysterious past, and use your sword and spells to defeat Zadimus’s demon army in this modern action-platformer with retro-inspired gameplay!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Hack and Slash 19.5%, Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #53 Dead Cells
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 180,919 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.6 hrsMean: 41.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 28.8%, Souls-like 24.5%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Platformer 9%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%
- #54 Cyan Breach
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ChiCheng Studio
Windows
Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Souls-like 24.2%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Adventure 4.9%, Action 4%
- #55 Cat Warrior
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 136 reviews2024
Dev: Sadi & AyuPub: sadimakegames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cat Warroir is an action-platformer of retro and cute style about a cat knight on his way to recapture his stolen treasure. Deep into the dangerous fantasy world,defeat the challenging big boss with your slash, dash, jump, walljump and other skills to find the treasure back!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 26.6%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Platformer 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 5%
- #56 The Golden Eyed Ghosts
68% matchMixed56% of 43 reviews2023
Dev: Syphono4Pub: indie.io
Windows
The Golden Eyed Ghosts is a dark fantasy soulslike heavily influenced by the legacy of Zelda adventures, set in the crumbling kingdom of Andromeda. As exiled warrior Orion, search for a way to restore his memories and unravel a terrifying conspiracy.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 23%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Gothic 11.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
- #57 Spellforged
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bewx
Windows
Forge your magical journey through the world of Syntheria in this action, adventure, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Souls-like 28.5%, Platformer 8.4%, Action 4.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%
- #58 Mask of Soul
65% matchVery Positive82% of 57 reviews2026
Dev: XION ENTERTAINMENTPub: XIONPLUS
Windows
Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Souls-like 31%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Dark Fantasy 4.8%
- #59 Tearscape
65% matchVery Positive92% of 307 reviews2026
Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
Windows · Mac · Linux
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.9%, Metroidvania 28.3%, Gothic 13.8% ★, Dark Fantasy 6.3%, Action-Adventure 4.6%
- #60 LUNARIS
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Richard BuenoPub: Two Void Studios
Windows
LUNARIS is a 2D metroidvania with fast and fluid combat. Defeat brutal bosses, unlock new abilities. Master jumps, dashes, and precise strikes as you traverse the dangerous ruins of the Mountains of Kaliman in an adrenaline-filled abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Souls-like 22.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Hack and Slash 9.6%, Action 4.3%