Games Like Templar

Templar 2 is a 2D indie action platform game. Immerse yourself in the darkest, scariest and bloodiest Middle Ages. A story told in comic format, and with spectacular dubbing.

Why similar: Souls-like 17.9%, Metroidvania 14.4%, Comic Book 13.8%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, 2D Platformer 7.8%

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 25.7%, Souls-like 21.9%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 8%

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 25.6%, Souls-like 23.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, 2D Platformer 7.3%

A Dark, Hand Drawn 2D Hack and Slash Platformer. Play as Sakinko, a young warrior set on a quest to avenge her father’s death and protect her people from the evil spirits that now menace her land, these evil spirits take the name of Wekufu.

Why similar: Metroidvania 16.2%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Demons 12.8%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Souls-like 10%

Embark on a 2D metroidvania adventure that immerses players in Andean mythology, focusing on exploration, combat, and discovery. Join Hoyustus, a brave jaguar warrior, on his journey to free his people from the oppression of an usurping god.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 19.2%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Comic Book 13.7%, 2D Platformer 9.6%

You are a necromancer. The souls of the dead are your weapon. Push the limits of your combat skills in this story-driven, action packed Metroidvania. Enter in a dark world, where the sun's rays no longer heat up and evil creatures roam free in the night.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 19.2%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Comic Book 12.3%, Hand-drawn 7.1%

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 31.6%, Souls-like 18.7%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 8.2%

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 28.8%, Souls-like 24.2%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, 2D Platformer 7.9%, Platformer 6.6%

You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 19.6%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

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 25.4%, Souls-like 21.1%, Hack and Slash 14%, Platformer 9.3%, Hand-drawn 7.1%

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 23.3%, Souls-like 20.9%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 8.3%

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: Souls-like 30.4%, Metroidvania 29.2%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Platformer 6.6%, 2D Platformer 6.3%

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 28%, Souls-like 25.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 10.6%, Hand-drawn 7.1%

A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 12%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10.6%

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 24.7%, Souls-like 21.3%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Hand-drawn 9.2%

2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 23.3%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 7.1%

Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Souls-like 22.8%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Platformer 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.7%

Shyftrs is a 2D stylized action adventure metroidvania game that will take you on a journey to uncover the mysteries of your lineage and the world beyond. Your weapon of choice are Cane Sword, Pistol or use your new found prowess. Step up and embrace the adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Hand-drawn 10.1%

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 27.5%, Souls-like 22.7%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Platformer 9.6%

Explore the Yomi world with a sacred weapon that can change sword types. Fight different "Yokai" and challenge the "Kami" of this world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 18.3%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Hand-drawn 10%, 2D Platformer 8.6%

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 28.5%, Souls-like 24.8%, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, 2D Platformer 7.9%

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 26.2%, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 17%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 8.9%

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 30.3%, Souls-like 26.1%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Hack and Slash 7.7%, Platformer 7.1%

Beak the hunter is a 2D monster hunting game that follows the adventures of the master hunter, Beak. Explore a new and exciting world, and prepare yourself for hard battles against powerful and wild beasts in this soulslike adventure that will test your abilities!

Why similar: Souls-like 25%, Metroidvania 15.3%, Comic Book 14.3%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.9%

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 24.7%, Souls-like 21.6%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9.1%

An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 24.4%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Hand-drawn 10%, 2D Platformer 8.4%

Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 24.8%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Platformer 8.4%

Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 20.4%, Hack and Slash 14%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.3%

Hack’n’Slash your way to victory in this over-the-top action metroidvania. You are an angel tasked with one mission: infiltrate Hell, find the Devil and bring him to justice. Explore different hellscapes, find amazing new weapons and sanctify all demons with SSSadistic combos in Profana!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Demons 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

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 31%, Souls-like 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, 2D Platformer 8%, Action-Adventure 5.7%

Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.4%

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 30.2%, Souls-like 26.1%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, 2D 3.8%

Battle corrupted emissaries, explore a mythical world, and sacrifice health for power in this hand-drawn Metroidvania. With tight, responsive controls, guide Kára on a journey of grief, vengeance, and forgiveness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 19.6%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Hand-drawn 9.8%

A demon punk hack and slash adventure game! Explore the city of Elovelle at your own discretion and take down the toughest thugs this game has to offer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Souls-like 17.9%, Demons 12.4%, Hack and Slash 10%, 2D Platformer 8.9%

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 29.3%, Souls-like 19%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Platformer 9.2%

Flow gracefully through a colorful, hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Souls-like 18.5%, Comic Book 15.5%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Demons 9.4%

Forge your destiny in Castleward! Play as Frida, a young witch and her living hat, facing cursed creatures in a dark castle. Explore striking areas in search of a way out and fight your own way in this challenging retro 2D action game!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Souls-like 17.6%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 22.7%, Platformer 8.9%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Comic Book 8.5%

"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 20.1%, Souls-like 18%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 9%

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 27.3%, Souls-like 25%, Platformer 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, 2D Platformer 8.5%

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 28.3%, Souls-like 20.7%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 7.9%

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 37.2%, Souls-like 30%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Action 3.8%

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 23.3%, Souls-like 18.7%, Hack and Slash 15.1%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Demons 8.6%

『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 33.4%, Souls-like 21.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Hand-drawn 7.8%

A 2D video game that combines platforming and action with a touch of exploration in which we control Morkull, God of death and darkness and lord of the Ragast, whose main mechanics lies in the breaking of the fourth wall, which will allow Morkull to communicate with the player in various ways.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Hack and Slash 17%, Comic Book 14.1%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 9.1%

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 31.6%, Souls-like 27.8%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Platformer 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%

Slayer Of Sin is a 2D action platformer with simple hack-and-slash mechanics, incorporating arcade-like combat and art. Slayer Of Sin follows an unnamed hero's quest to save the human realm from the seven distinct demons, The Seven Deadly Sins.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Demons 19.7%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Platformer 8.4%

An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.

Why similar: Souls-like 26.7%, Metroidvania 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 13%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 6%

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 24.1%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%

Kosmos is an MMA fighter who suddenly finds himself teleported into a dark fantasy world and searches for a way to return home. CRUDE is a Soul-like, fantasy platformer with metroidvania elements & an open world map.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 24.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Demons 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.6%

Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.7%

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 27.5%, Souls-like 23.1%, Platformer 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 9.1%

A dark metroidvania where you play as a silent, white-hooded specter drifting through forgotten realms. Master precise hand-drawn platforming and uncover the mystery of the veil.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Hand-drawn 8.4%

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 40.2%, Souls-like 31.7%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D 5.1%, Action 3.5%

A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Souls-like 27.3%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7%

An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 24.5%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 7.2%

Embark on a delirious journey in this metroidvania set on a pirate island where all the characters are sea animals.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 27.5%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

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 27.5%, Souls-like 24.3%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 6.2%

Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Souls-like 22.7%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%

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 31%, Souls-like 26.4%, Hack and Slash 15%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Action-Adventure 5.4%