60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Souls-like, Platformer, Side Scroller.
In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.
Enemies Within
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.
Infinitevania
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.
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 21%, Souls-like 19.4%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Difficult 10.1%, 2D Platformer 6.4%
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 22.9%, Souls-like 19.6%, Difficult 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Platformer 6.6%
Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...
Why similar: Souls-like 22.3%, Metroidvania 21.6%, Difficult 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 9%, Platformer 6.3%
Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.3%, Metroidvania 18.3%, Difficult 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.8%, Metroidvania 19%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, 2D Platformer 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
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: Souls-like 22.8%, Metroidvania 22.6%, Difficult 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, Story Rich 4.8%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.1%, Metroidvania 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Difficult 10.7%, Side Scroller 7.1%
Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.6%, Souls-like 16.7%, Difficult 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Side Scroller 8.6%
Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.4%, Metroidvania 22.3%, Difficult 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Platformer 6.5%
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 23.6%, Souls-like 23.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Platformer 6.1%
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: Souls-like 19%, Metroidvania 17.7%, Difficult 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Side Scroller 9%
Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle
Why similar: Souls-like 20.2%, Metroidvania 18%, Difficult 12.8%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.
Why similar: Souls-like 18.2%, Metroidvania 17.4%, Difficult 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Side Scroller 7.3%
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 26.3%, Souls-like 25.2%, Difficult 13.4%, Platformer 6.8%, Dark Fantasy 4.6%
Gedda Cake is a metroidvania about Dragons and Cakes. Play as 6 characters with unique skills and playstyles, swap between them on the fly, battle dangerous foes and explore the vast sugar-coated lands of Sugria. Help them reclaim their invaded world and get The Cake!
Why similar: Souls-like 22.3%, Metroidvania 21.6%, Difficult 12.8%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Platformer 6.2%
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 37.4%, Metroidvania 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Difficult 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
Lost in darkness, a boy drawn into a twisted dream, no way out. Vapor World: Over The Mind is a narrative-driven souls-like platformer focused on deflection combat. Descend into a shattered mind seeking lost memories. Face the dark, beautiful world born of sorrow and regret.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.4%, Metroidvania 17.1%, Difficult 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Side Scroller 8.2%
A colorful action platformer with metroidvania elements and a staff that unlocks unique combat techniques and new ways to overcome obstacles. Explore beautiful worlds, fight monsters, and help Mako stop the amber storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18%, Souls-like 15.7%, Difficult 13.5%, Side Scroller 9%, 2D Platformer 7.5%
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 20.5%, Souls-like 20.5%, Difficult 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%
WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Souls-like 21.6%, Metroidvania 20.2%, Difficult 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Side Scroller 9.7%
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 28.7%, Souls-like 27.6%, Difficult 15.2%, Platformer 6.2%, Dark Fantasy 6%
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: Souls-like 23.5%, Metroidvania 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 6.5%
Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!
Why similar: Souls-like 22.6%, Metroidvania 21.4%, Difficult 13%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Platformer 6.3%
A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Difficult 15.7%, 2D Platformer 7.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Souls-like 20.4%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%, Side Scroller 7.9%
SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Souls-like 24.6%, Difficult 13.6%, Platformer 7%, Side Scroller 5.1%
An Action-RPG soulsvania where you explore a seamless and interconnected world through a zoomable map with no loading break. Engage in epic aerial battles, absorb essence to level up, and craft powerful spell combos by defeating brutal bosses and harnessing their Mystic Nature.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.2%, Metroidvania 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Difficult 12.1%, Side Scroller 7.4%
Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.
Why similar: Souls-like 41.7%, Metroidvania 19.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Difficult 10.2%, Platformer 3.4%
"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 25.7%, Souls-like 24.8%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Platformer 6.8%
Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.3%, Souls-like 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Difficult 8.2%
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 19.6%, Souls-like 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Difficult 9.1%
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: Souls-like 23%, Metroidvania 22.8%, Difficult 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, Platformer 6.3%
Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 18.7%, Metroidvania 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Difficult 10.1%, Side Scroller 8.6%
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 27%, Souls-like 18.9%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 7.3%, Action RPG 6.1%
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 23.1%, Souls-like 21%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Difficult 12.1%, Platformer 7.6%
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: Souls-like 23.9%, Metroidvania 23.6%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Action RPG 7.2%, Platformer 6.4%
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: Souls-like 20%, Metroidvania 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Action RPG 6.5%
The Guise is a dark metroidvania fairy tale about a boy trapped in the body of a monster. Can he hold onto his humanity? It's up to you.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.1%, Metroidvania 19.6%, Difficult 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Platformer 5.7%
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 26%, Souls-like 23.6%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Action RPG 6.9%
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 26.7%, Souls-like 18.5%, Difficult 12.9%, Platformer 7.3%, Combat 6.6%
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: Souls-like 25.4%, Metroidvania 24.6%, Difficult 14.7%, Platformer 7.3%, Exploration 5.5%
Master your combat techniques and explore a magic world in this combat - focused metroidvania. Help the unreliable narrator complete his story which changes depending on the player's actions.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Metroidvania 22.2%, Difficult 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Combat 6.4%
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 32.4%, Souls-like 18.3%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Action RPG 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
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: Souls-like 24.1%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, 2D Platformer 6%
"ARO: Tales in the Dome" is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure game. Play as Aro and explore an elemental world sealed beneath the dome. As the journey unfolds, uncover the hidden conspiracy and face the truth about the world, the dome, and yourself.
Why similar: Souls-like 23%, Metroidvania 22%, Difficult 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.9%, 2D Platformer 7.3%
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 24.6%, Souls-like 23.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?
Why similar: Souls-like 20.3%, Metroidvania 19.1%, Difficult 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Action RPG 6.7%
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: Souls-like 27.1%, Metroidvania 26.5%, Side Scroller 7.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
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: Souls-like 23.5%, Metroidvania 22.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
Immerse yourself in this strange Colorless World. Unleash new mechanics and defeat obstacles, monsters, and bosses. As you unravel a hidden story told between the lines that will shape your ultimate destiny.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.6%, Metroidvania 23.9%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 6.8%
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: Souls-like 27%, Metroidvania 26.5%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, 2D Platformer 6%
Storm Babylon in a brutal 2.5D action RPG with fast-paced combat, set in a vast vertical open world. Claim weapons from the Asuras. Build deadly combos. Fight your way through realms where ideas become monsters. Reach the Source. Remember who you really are.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Souls-like 17.4%, Difficult 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Story Rich 5.4%
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: Souls-like 27.3%, Metroidvania 25.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Combat 7.4%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Souls-like 19.9%, Side Scroller 11.9%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
Play as Ursula Bathory, the vampire Princess, awakened from a centuries long slumber to claim her throne of blood in this Vampire Soulsvania inspired by Castlevania, Nosferatu and gothic victorian literature classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 23.5%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%
Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.
Why similar: Souls-like 19.8%, Metroidvania 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Difficult 10.8%, Side Scroller 8%
Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Difficult 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.3%
Embark upon a vast, snow-ravaged kingdom in Tails of Iron 2, sequel to the critically acclaimed action-RPG. As Arlo, heir to the Warden of the Wastes, adventure through harsh northern lands, home to giant beasts and ragtag bandits, in an epic quest to overcome an ancient, blood-starved evil.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.3%, Difficult 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Action RPG 9.5%, Combat 7.6%
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 26.2%, Souls-like 25.2%, Difficult 15.9%, Platformer 6.3%, Exploration 5.2%
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: Souls-like 33.2%, Metroidvania 29.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Difficult 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
