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Games Like The Hydra Experiment

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Adventure, Action-Adventure, Exploration, Metroidvania.

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Solve puzzles and fight with flasks as a member of a mad scientist collective in this action-adventure RPG. Unlock prototypes and new mechanics as you explore and use them to advance further. Build or burn bridges as you sculpt your persona with branching dialogue, influencing your tech tree paths.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: 2027
Developer: King Devyn Burke III
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

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    97% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Snowbed Studios
    Windows

    Dispel the world's corruption by befriending magical creatures through rhythm-based dance combat!

    Why similar: Rhythm 26.5%, Creature Collector 22.7%, Dungeon Crawler 18.9%, Top-Down 7.8%, Puzzle 7%

  2. #2 Metro Gravity
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 700 reviews2025
    Dev: mrkogamedev
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    Explore, fight, solve puzzles and bend gravity to escape the dream-like world of the Halls! Metro Gravity is a mind-boggling musical adventure with rhythmic combat and compelling lore.

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  3. #3 Side Scape
    96% matchPositive92% of 39 reviews2023
    Dev: MathanGames
    Windows

    A light-hearted, Side-Scroller/ Top-Down hybrid!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Dungeon Crawler 22.6%, Top-Down 10.7%, Puzzle 8%, Puzzle Platformer 6.9%

  4. #4 Zoy
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SpringDing
    Windows

    Explore the sandbox world with Zoy, collect fluorescent petals, navigate through the crisscrossing labyrinths, and uncover the stories hidden behind the world. You can also roam between the gurgling brooks and magnificent waterfalls and enjoy a relaxing and pleasant time.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Dungeon Crawler 18.6%, Puzzle Platformer 16.1%, 3D Platformer 11.7%, Puzzle 8.2%

  5. #5 Starcrest Saga
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Piyoverse Entertainment
    Windows

    Starcrest is an action/adventure platformer set in space, developed by Piyoverse Entertainment.

    Why similar: Science 27.8%, Metroidvania 24.8%, LGBTQ+ 15%, Multiple Endings 8.5%, Action-Adventure 7%

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    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Heijingshi
    Windows

    "Stone" is an action-adventure game, a 3D Metroidvania. You are led to an unknown world, given a stone body, and given the ability to change into various forms. You explore and fight in this unknown world and finally solve the mystery of this world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Puzzle Platformer 18.4%, Dungeon Crawler 18.3%, 3D Platformer 16.7%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

  7. #7 Dungeon Mutt
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Gently Giant LLC
    Windows

    Traverse the dungeons of Clayman isle in this Goof Troop/Donkey Kong inspired puzzle/platformer. Solve puzzles, clear dungeons, and upgrade your gear with loot so you can defeat the pirates that have overtaken the island, especially Captain Hippoeira, and rescue your lost son.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.9%, Puzzle Platformer 18.2%, 3D Platformer 17.6%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Puzzle 8.7%

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    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ki3 Games
    Windows

    Seed of Life is an old school action-adventure game. You play as Hope, a wolf spirit on a quest to restore natural order. In your journey, you'll be accompanied by a bird named Letty. Use both their unique skills to explore exotic places, fight formidable foes, and discover hidden secrets.

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    91% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2025
    Dev: Nowis-337 GamesPub: KOMODO
    Windows

    Eat everything. Grow stronger. Save the Gourmet Kingdom. A charming action-adventure where you devour foes, solve clever dungeon puzzles, and battle monstrous bosses in a whimsical, food-filled world. Find the five Divine Spices and save the Gourmet Kingdom from the Demon Chef!

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  10. #10 Switch Box
    90% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: 鲁搬三试
    Windows

    "Switch Box" is a 2D pixel-art puzzle platformer. In an unfamiliar world, you must interact with the environment and utilize tools to solve challenges, overcome obstacles, and ultimately discover the path back home.

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  11. #11 Thrilling Triple Treat
    91% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: ERMediaPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows · Linux

    What do you get if you mix a platformer with a metroidvania and tower defense but then seperate that mix into three games that are then collected into a single game? Nonsense. You get nonsense. This game is nonsense. But dear, is it funny!

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  12. #12 Shell Soul:The Skull
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BlueWindGame
    Windows

    A nameless skeleton awakens in a graveyard. To recover lost memories and uncover the truth, it embarks on a journey of self-discovery.

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  13. #13 Game Over - A Musical RPG??
    89% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2025
    Dev: Jake Houston
    Windows

    An adventure RPG with rhythm based combat encounters, zany characters, moral conundrums and platforming elements? Oh sorry I didn't know this was a question. Yes.

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  14. #14 Limos' Lair
    88% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Oleg Fedotov
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    In this Action-Puzzle Metroidvania, you will explore the lair of a long-gone mythical creature and unravel its mysteries. Consume enemies to gain their abilities, use your frog-like tongue to grapple and fight, explore the land, solve puzzles, find secrets, and complete challenges.

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  15. #15 Fold Stories
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: OtterWays
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    An inner journey mixing exploration and puzzles in a dreamlike origami world.

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  16. #16 Dungeon Gals
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: DoricDream
    Windows

    A small crisis control team has been summoned to help a civilization in the sky escape impending doom! Explore dungeons, solve puzzles, and find lots of treasure to help prepare yourself for incredible challenges!

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  17. #17 Mya and their Cat
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Prairie Interactive Ltd.
    Windows

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    85% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    84% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2023
    Dev: Aevin Abstract
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    Dev: SMU Guildhall
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    84% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2020
    Dev: Daniel BourkePub: Project tranquil, LLC
    Windows

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    81% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
    Dev: DogKing Games
    Windows

    Play as an old man who wakes up in a mysterious castle full of magic and danger. Explore every corner of the castle and discover what is hidden between the walls of this misterious and ancient place while you keep fighting with monsters and improving your abilities.

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    83% matchVery Positive84% of 219 reviews2020
    Dev: 9 Eyes Game Studio
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%

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    82% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: NAPE GAMES
    Windows

    Reknum: Fantasy of Dreams is a 2.5D adventure and exploration game with hand-drawn graphics and an instrumental soundtrack. Explore a dreamlike world, face mysterious enemies, and solve puzzles in this exciting adventure. Discover the world of dreams now!

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    81% matchNo user reviews
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  26. #26 Diari
    80% matchMostly Positive75% of 23 reviews2024
    Dev: Zenovia LoudenPub: Royal Moon
    Windows

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  27. #27 Elementallis
    79% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    78% matchVery Positive90% of 1,751 reviews2023
    Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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  29. #29 Secrets of Orion: Sword of Destiny.
    79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Alisson araujoPub: Alisson Araujo
    Windows

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  30. #30 Tiny-Fi
    77% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    78% matchPositive89% of 28 reviews2022
    Dev: BUG-StudioPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
    Windows

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    Windows

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    76% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    75% matchNo user reviews
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    75% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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  36. #36 Time Hoppers: The Silk Road
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    74% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    73% matchVery Positive95% of 130 reviews2024
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    Windows

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    74% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    73% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: a small boat
    Windows

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    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: Ivo ZabotPub: iz-gamedev
    Windows

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    72% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    71% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows · Mac

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    71% matchMostly Positive71% of 62 reviews2022
    Dev: iiloo
    Windows

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    71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Solohack3r Studios
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    70% matchNo user reviews
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    68% matchMixed68% of 44 reviews2025
    Dev: Berutta Studio
    Windows

    This is an action role-playing game set in a medieval world, where you can complete quests, defeat monsters, discover new lands and romance many handsome male NPCs, including characters such as humans, demons, angels, giants, orcs, bearfolk, tigerfolk, werewolves, elves, and more.

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    69% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    70% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2022
    Dev: GET THE BALL ROLLING LLC
    Windows

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    69% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
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    Windows

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    70% matchPositive81% of 27 reviews2022
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    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: weedscatgames
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    66% matchPositive96% of 25 reviews2025
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    67% matchNo user reviews
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    67% matchNo user reviews
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    66% matchNo user reviews2026
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    68% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2020
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