Games Like THE DARK DWELLERS

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 20.9%, Souls-like 19.3%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Difficult 10%, 2D Platformer 6.4%

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 22.2%, Metroidvania 21.4%, Difficult 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Platformer 6.2%

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 19.2%, Metroidvania 18.2%, Difficult 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.4%

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

Why similar: Souls-like 22.7%, Metroidvania 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, 2D Platformer 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

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 22.7%, Metroidvania 22.4%, Difficult 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, 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%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Difficult 10.6%, 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 18.5%, Souls-like 16.6%, Difficult 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Side Scroller 8.5%

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 22.2%, Difficult 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Platformer 6.4%

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 23.5%, Souls-like 23.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Platformer 6%

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 20.1%, Metroidvania 17.9%, Difficult 12.7%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.

Why similar: Souls-like 22.1%, Metroidvania 14.9%, Difficult 12.7%, Side Scroller 8.7%, 2D Platformer 7.2%

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 26.2%, Souls-like 25.1%, Difficult 13.4%, Platformer 6.7%, Dark Fantasy 4.7%

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 18.1%, Metroidvania 16.9%, Difficult 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Side Scroller 7.3%

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 21.5%, Difficult 12.7%, 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 21.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Difficult 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%

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: Souls-like 20.4%, Metroidvania 20.4%, Difficult 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%

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 25.8%, Souls-like 18.1%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D Platformer 7%, Action RPG 5.8%

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 21.5%, Metroidvania 20.1%, Difficult 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Side Scroller 9.6%

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 23.4%, Metroidvania 22%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 6.4%

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 28.6%, Souls-like 27.5%, Difficult 15.1%, Platformer 6.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%

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

Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Metroidvania 23.3%, Difficult 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, 2D Platformer 7.5%

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 12.9%, Side Scroller 9%, Platformer 6.2%

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 20.8%, Souls-like 20.2%, Difficult 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%, Side Scroller 7.9%

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 41.5%, Metroidvania 19.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, 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 25.6%, Souls-like 24.8%, Difficult 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Platformer 6.7%

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%, Souls-like 24.8%, Difficult 13.5%, Platformer 6.9%, Side Scroller 5%

Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.2%, Souls-like 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Difficult 8.1%

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 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Difficult 12%, Action RPG 7.4%

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 19.5%, Souls-like 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.3%, 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 22.9%, Metroidvania 22.7%, Difficult 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, 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 18.5%, Metroidvania 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Difficult 10.1%, Side Scroller 8.6%

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%, Souls-like 21%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Difficult 12%, Platformer 7.5%

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 23.8%, Metroidvania 23.5%, 2D Platformer 7.3%, Action RPG 7.2%, Platformer 6.3%

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%, Metroidvania 19.5%, Difficult 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Platformer 5.6%

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 25.9%, Souls-like 23.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Action RPG 6.9%

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 24.6%, Metroidvania 22%, Difficult 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Combat 6.5%

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 26.5%, Souls-like 18.5%, Difficult 12.8%, Platformer 7.3%, Combat 6.7%

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 32.2%, Souls-like 18.2%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Action RPG 8.1%

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 24.4%, Souls-like 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

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 24.5%, Difficult 14.7%, Platformer 7.2%, Exploration 5.5%

"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 22.9%, Metroidvania 21.9%, Difficult 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.9%, 2D Platformer 7.3%

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 23.4%, Metroidvania 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

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%, Difficult 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Action RPG 6.7%

Lost in darkness, a boy drawn into a twisted dream, no way out. Vapor World is a narrative-driven souls-like platformer focused on deflection combat set in atmospheric world of dream. Descend within shattered mind seeking lost memories. Face dark, beautiful world born of anguish and regret.

Why similar: Souls-like 21.1%, Metroidvania 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Difficult 12.2%, Dark 5.9%

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: Souls-like 26.8%, Metroidvania 26.5%, Side Scroller 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%

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 23.8%, Side Scroller 10.7%, 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 26.8%, Metroidvania 26.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, 2D Platformer 6%

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 13.6%, Combat 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6.2%

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 19.7%, Metroidvania 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Difficult 10.7%, Side Scroller 8%

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 26.1%, Souls-like 25.2%, Difficult 15.8%, Platformer 6.3%, Exploration 5.2%

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 25.7%, Souls-like 19.8%, Side Scroller 11.9%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

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 22.5%, Souls-like 13%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Difficult 11%, 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%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Difficult 15.9%, Action RPG 9.5%, Combat 7.7%

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Souls-like 23.4%, Difficult 13.6%, Platformer 6.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%

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 33.1%, Metroidvania 29.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Difficult 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

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 27.1%, Souls-like 26.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Combat 5.4%

Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.

Why similar: Souls-like 23.8%, Metroidvania 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Platformer 7%

The underworld lies in ruins, ravaged by evil karma. In this unknown and perilous realm of the dead, you must fight against demonic forces, collect mystical artifacts, face the Yama Kings and the Ghost Emperors, sever the Karma, and reforge the path of reincarnation.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Souls-like 19.6%, Difficult 17%, Exploration 5.7%, Platformer 5.6%

Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 20.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Side Scroller 8.9%, 2D Platformer 6.8%

Forge your destiny in CowardCastle! 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 31.7%, Souls-like 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Difficult 9.9%, Platformer 8.5%