Games Like The Dark Queen of Mortholme

Metroidvania dungeon crawler about Death & Grief full of puzzles, secrets & challenges. Inspired by old GameBoy Color games with Retro Pixel Art Aesthetics but with challenging boss fights & Lore-Rich

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 65.3% ★, Souls-like 28.6%, 2D 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the villain-protagonist perspective combined with challenging 2D souls-like dungeon crawling.

CARRION is a reverse horror game in which you assume the role of an amorphous creature of unknown origins, stalking and consuming those that imprisoned you.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 82.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, 2D 3.8%, Atmospheric 2%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: You play as an amorphous creature of destruction, capturing the essence of being the powerful antagonist in a 2D environment.

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Souls-like 44.5%, Female Protagonist 25.6%, Dark 11.4%, Atmospheric 9.4%, 2D 6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a hauntingly beautiful gothic atmosphere and a female protagonist navigating a dark, ruined world.

Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.

Why similar: Souls-like 48.4%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Atmospheric 7.5%, 2D 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a challenging 2D action-adventure experience with a strong emphasis on dark fantasy and atmosphere.

As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.

Why similar: Souls-like 42.2%, Dark 14.5%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Atmospheric 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated 2D souls-like that focuses on dark fantasy combat and exploration in a decaying world.

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: Gothic 39.9% ★, Souls-like 37%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Dark 5.3%, 2D 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at the gothic pixel-art aesthetic and challenging combat mechanics that define the souls-like genre.

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: Souls-like 49.5%, Gothic 26.5% ★, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, 2D 6.3%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential gothic 2D souls-like that captures the dark, religious, and atmospheric tone of the seed game.

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 49.5%, Pixel Graphics 15%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, 2D 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Featuring a female protagonist in a grim, painterly 2D world, it delivers the same dark and emotional narrative weight.

Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 65.9% ★, Choices Matter 19.3%, Fantasy 6.6%, Atmospheric 3.5%, Female Protagonist 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a rare opportunity to play as the villain in a dark, choice-driven narrative where your actions define the world.

Discover the secrets of the witches and demons in this dark fantasy romance game, featuring a female protagonist whose personality is completely up to the player thanks to extensive dialog choices.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 51.5% ★, Romance 12.1%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Visual Novel 9.6%, Dark 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A visual novel that explores the villain-protagonist dynamic with a female lead and dark, romantic undertones.

Take the role of a painter struggling to finish his masterpiece in this short Gothic horror visual novel about art, pain and love.

Why similar: Gothic 34.3% ★, Supernatural 13.6%, Romance 11.1%, Emotional 10.8%, Visual Novel 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: This visual novel focuses on gothic storytelling and atmospheric depth, mirroring the emotional narrative of the seed game.

Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.

Why similar: Souls-like 38.4%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Atmospheric 9.4%, Colorful 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game that maintains a dark, aggressive atmosphere throughout its exploration.

Follow Sybil in her pursuit for survival, having to sacrifice everything - her culture, her identity, her values - to achieve a single objective: escape from a place that is constantly trying to kill her. A short game about persecution and identity.

Why similar: Emotional 25.1%, Dark 18.2%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Choices Matter 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich experience that emphasizes emotional, dark themes and multiple paths, similar to the seed game's focus on perspective.

A classic survival horror experience set in a dystopian future where humanity has uncovered a dark secret. Unravel a cosmic mystery, escape terrifying creatures, and scavenge an off-world government facility as Elster, a technician Replika searching for her lost dreams.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 43.3%, Dark 29.9%, Atmospheric 21.7%, Singleplayer 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: While a different genre, it captures the same deep, emotional, and atmospheric dread with a strong female lead.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.6%, Female Protagonist 17%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Fantasy 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric 2D action game featuring a female protagonist and challenging combat reminiscent of the seed game.

Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland Followers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.

Why similar: Fantasy 35%, 2D 24.7%, Colorful 24.5%, Singleplayer 15.9%

Why You'll Like It: It masterfully blends a villain-protagonist narrative with dark, gothic themes and accessible 2D gameplay.

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 73.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, 2D 5.9%, Atmospheric 3.1%, Fantasy 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: This 2D souls-like offers a deep story and dark fantasy themes that align well with the tone of the seed game.

Underhero is an RPG-platformer where the chosen hero has failed, and an underling of the evil king takes his place as the new hero. Use timing-based combat to defeat enemies as you venture across the land, face off against quirky bosses, and save the kingdom from your own evil boss, Mr Stitches!

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 72.3% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, 2D 5.4%, 2D Platformer 5%, Colorful 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: It subverts traditional hero tropes by placing you in the role of a minion of the villain, offering a unique perspective.

Embark upon a tragic tale and discover the ravaged world of Elypse! Fight your destiny in an arduous 2D adventure, story rich platformer, in a mesmerising and mysterious world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.6%, 2D Platformer 27.5%, Dark 17.1%, Atmospheric 13.6%, 2D 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This 2D platformer features a dark, melancholic world and challenging movement mechanics that feel atmospheric.

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 81.3%, Dark 7.3%, 2D 6.1%, Atmospheric 4.3%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: An early pioneer of the 2D souls-like genre that delivers a bleak, atmospheric, and challenging experience.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Gothic 52% ★, Female Protagonist 41.5%, 2D 3.9%, Singleplayer 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A gothic-themed action game with a female protagonist that captures the classic dark fantasy aesthetic.

"I" make a deal with the witch to give up my heart, in exchange for love— from everyone. ——————————————————————————Is it worth it if losing my heart means gaining *his*? In this short visual novel, make choices and answer the question: is love a zero-sum game?

Why similar: Supernatural 18.8%, Emotional 17.7%, Romance 15.9%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Choices Matter 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich experience that focuses on character-driven choices and emotional consequences for a female protagonist.

An otome RPG adventure with a dark story and meaningful choices. Shape the fate of a princess who must corrupt her soul in order to save her kingdom.

Why similar: Romance 22%, Female Protagonist 21.3%, Emotional 18.3%, Choices Matter 18%, Visual Novel 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, story-rich JRPG that explores themes of power and choice through a compelling, gothic-inspired narrative.

A Mortician's Tale is a short, story-driven game about a mortician tasked with running a funeral home.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.9%, Dark 21.1%, Visual Novel 17.1%, Atmospheric 10.3%, Casual 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, emotional, and narrative-driven game that explores themes of death and change with a female lead.

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 46%, Atmospheric 17.8%, 2D 16.6%, Dark 15%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: The game features a dark, hand-drawn aesthetic and intense 2D action that feels very similar to the seed game's visual style.

Fear & Hunger is a horror dungeon crawler set in the dark and hopeless dungeons of fear and hunger. The game is a hybrid of survival horror and dungeon crawler genres with its influences ranging from Silent Hill to Nethack. There are roguelike elements to the game as well as a heavy foundation of a j-RPG.

Why similar: Dark 61.6%, Atmospheric 24.4%, 2D 14%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal, dark, and unforgiving RPG that pushes the boundaries of the souls-like genre's atmosphere.

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: Dark 27.9%, Choices Matter 24%, Pixel Graphics 18.3%, Atmospheric 15.3%, 2D 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: An emotionally heavy 2D game that explores dark themes and difficult choices in a post-apocalyptic setting.

EXPLORE YOUR WAY. Awoken to a world ruined by war, Alma must traverse the vast city of Arcadia before the life force of her friends and herself withers away. Time is ticking, and every moment matters. Who will you save, and who will you leave to turn UNSIGHTED?

Why similar: Souls-like 41.3%, Female Protagonist 26%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Atmospheric 7.2%, 2D 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a female protagonist in a world where time is running out, blending emotional storytelling with souls-like combat.

Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?

Why similar: Gothic 44.3% ★, Dark 22.5%, Atmospheric 13.4%, Fantasy 8.1%, 2D 7%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for gothic, atmospheric, and punishingly dark gameplay that resonates with the seed game's tone.

Haunt a suit of armour. Explore an abandoned castle. Recover your memories... and bring the ghosts of the past to rest in this melancholy visual novel about love, family and regret.

Why similar: Gothic 37.2% ★, Romance 13.5%, Visual Novel 11.1%, Emotional 10.3%, Choices Matter 6.9%

Narrative-adventure playing an Agent of Death who must take ONE life that could change the fate of a conflict-torn Nation

Why similar: Choices Matter 21.5%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Dark 16.4%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Atmospheric 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A short, narrative-heavy game that forces the player to make difficult moral choices, similar to the seed game's perspective.

A short "classic" JRPG. Play the role of the Dark Lord's sister, slay the Hero King, and take the first step in conquering humankind.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 60.4% ★, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Visual Novel 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Fantasy 4.6%

A lesbian / yuri romance story with mild horror elements set in the rainy English seaside town of Scarborough. Our heroine, Aspen, meets the mysterious, beautiful Althea in the dead of night, but who is Althea really...?

Why similar: Gothic 28.9% ★, Romance 15.4%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Emotional 9.2%

A short, dark visual novel set in the UK about a young autistic girl's destructive obsession with her older brother.

Why similar: Emotional 17.6%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Psychological 14.5%, Dark 14.5%

A short visual novel about queer love and art. Follow Maya, a once-celebrated painter now paralyzed, as she struggles to accept her new reality and its effects on her relationship. Argue with your Prefrontal Cortex, insult an art critic, befriend the elderly.

Why similar: Psychological 20.4%, Emotional 18.8%, Romance 15.2%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Visual Novel 12.8%

Embrace the monster within in this dark fantasy visual novel with inclusive romances. Befriend charming allies, defy bitter rivals, fall in love. Your choices will save or condemn mortals, shaping the fate of a city as beautiful as it is cruel.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.2%, Romance 15.9%, Choices Matter 15.8%, Dark 15.4%, Visual Novel 15.1%

A comic book adventure of freelance supervillainy, petting cats, and/or destroying capitalism in which your choices determine success in a series of daring heists and capers.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 59.7% ★, Visual Novel 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Romance 9%, Choices Matter 6.1%

A ritual. A festering, unrequited love. Sink into a humid and visceral Southeast Asian horror about the pursuit of a doomed lesbian love. Is a bad ending better than no ending at all?

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 26.6% ★, Supernatural 25.5%, Romance 15.3%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Female Protagonist 12.9%

Embrace or resist the demonic influence around you. Romance your companions in this RPG with an emphasis on conversation choices and character interactions.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 61.1% ★, Romance 13.7%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Choices Matter 6.1%, Fantasy 4%

A choice-based dark gothic romance Visual Novel... Trapped alone in her castle, can you survive a dark yandere queen's schemes? Or will you fall for her charms? Remember... She lies.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.3%, 2D 17.1%, Romance 15.6%, Colorful 13.4%, Casual 4.8%

A superhero-themed yandere romance visual novel. He's your coworker, your crush, and the villain you need to stop? Make choices to be with your supervillian ex, or move on to a new hot superhero.

Why similar: Romance 23.9%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Choices Matter 16.2%, Emotional 8%

Play as big boss of a final level. Heroes will come to kill you and you have to resist.

Why similar: Villain Protagonist 81.1% ★, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, 2D 4.7%, Casual 3.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Embrace the monster within to free yourself from a curse in this dark fantasy visual novel, a standalone introduction to the characters and setting of Sigh of the Abyss.

Why similar: Romance 18.9%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Emotional 16.9%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Choices Matter 13.6%

A dark fairy tale set in the deep sea. The fated encounter between a sea monster and a human forever changes their lives in this visual novel. Contains platonic yuri.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.7%, 2D Platformer 31.1%, Atmospheric 12.2%, 2D 11%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Play as a wise woman, help your neighbors, and they will help you in return. Fight alongside your closest friend to deal with the beasts threatening the village. Uncover the secrets of magic through your journey, and you might even have a chance to confront your inner demons.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 39.2%, Visual Novel 34.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, 2D 10.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%

A haunting gothic romance set in the 19th century. Follow Meike, a young woman from an impoverished noble family, as she’s swept off her feet by the mysterious Magdalena: a vampire who possesses a dark secret.

Why similar: Gothic 25.7% ★, Supernatural 12.5%, Psychological 12.3%, Emotional 10%, Romance 9.8%

You are Arenda Finch—fifteen years old, wealthy beyond measure, and newly exiled from your former school. Dunkenwood House takes you in, but its halls hide the darker side of privilege. Humanity or demonic nature. Love or desire. Every choice shapes the person you become.

Why similar: Gothic 48.2% ★, Dark 21.8%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Singleplayer 1.3%

A dark lesbian / yuri gothic romance tale set in Victorian England, in which an anxious governess is aggressively pursued by her unruly, tempestuous pupil.

Why similar: Gothic 35.2% ★, Romance 13.1%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Emotional 10.9%, Visual Novel 10.5%

Armed with God-given powers, the revived tribune Adrestia is given a second chance to save the universe from her maniacal twin sister. Find secrets, acquire upgrades, and dominate mighty foes through sheer combat prowess as you explore and conquer the horrors of the forsaken vessel Atromitos.

Why similar: Souls-like 31.9%, Dark 16.5%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Female Protagonist 15%, Atmospheric 8.8%

A cute and comedic yuri visual novel about a demon queen who just can't catch a break.

Why similar: Visual Novel 28.4%, Romance 14%, Colorful 13.2%, Fantasy 12.6%, 2D 12%

A dark fantasy story adventure to face the long-forgotten 「memories」!

Why similar: Gothic 39% ★, Emotional 16.5%, Dark 12.8%, Choices Matter 9.3%, Visual Novel 9.1%

A beautiful Dark Knightess from another world enlisted me in her quest to slay a rogue wizard, and now we're dating! But what if she finds out I have no idea who the Gray Wizard is?!

Why similar: Romance 31.9%, Female Protagonist 25.4%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Fantasy 9.7%, Colorful 5.7%

My Lovely Wife delves into the depths of a man’s grief after the sudden death of his beloved wife. Explore the notions of one’s willingness to do anything for love and the importance of letting go in this mix of dating, management, and alchemy simulators.

Why similar: Gothic 50.1% ★, Visual Novel 12.3%, Choices Matter 10.8%, Fantasy 9.9%, Atmospheric 9.2%

Jessica, our protagonist, used to be a noteless writer. However, everything changed after she encountered a stranger…

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.3%, Romance 17%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Emotional 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Featuring a blend of 2D adventure and visual novel, The Mildew Children is a grim tale about a village inhabited only by children who follow savage pagan traditions. A young witch named Kyrphel, along with her sisters, are bound to perform a macabre Ritual in order to save their village.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19%, Emotional 16.2%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Choices Matter 14.4%, Dark 10.3%

Sanctuaries. Secrets. Serious consequences. A solo-developed psychological horror/drama visual novel.

Why similar: Psychological 25.2%, Emotional 19.3%, Visual Novel 15%, Dark 14.2%, Female Protagonist 11.4%

Mio is a young girl surrounded by death, and after an unexpected accident, she finds out where people go after they die. Maybe Heaven, or Hell...or an Underworld full of demons and mysteries.

Why similar: Psychological 29.8%, Visual Novel 18.1%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Choices Matter 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%

Arise from the dead as the 'Cursed King' in an enthralling action platformer. Wield the chains that once imprisoned you to vanquish foes and traverse your fallen kingdom. Uncover hidden areas, strategically level up, and reclaim your throne by banishing colossal bosses!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 23.7%, 2D Platformer 22%, Visual Novel 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, 2D 10%

A short-form psychological thriller. Confront the mysterious Finn through a monitor. No strategy or puzzles—and you are given almost no freedom of choice. Simply face the absurd situation and witness the end.

Why similar: Dark 22.6%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Psychological 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%

Alice, Alice, the Red Queen is missing. The queen has been dismembered and Alice must find all her pieces. A horror-fantasy yuri visual novel filled with death, love, and forgotten memories.

Why similar: Dark 21.9%, Romance 21.8%, Visual Novel 17.9%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Choices Matter 11.1%