Nodal

Games Like The Legend of Chalkvania

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

The Legend of Chalkvania header art

A bite-sized retro action-adventure set in a quirky, cursed land. Battle monsters, meet oddball characters, and uncover hidden secrets in this homage to old-school 2D adventures. Whether you walk the path of light or embrace the curse, the Legend of Chalkvania is yours to write.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: 2026-10-01
Developer: Crocodilligator Games
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows

Similar Games

View all 59 recommendations
  1. #1 The Bounty Huntress
    81% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2021
    Dev: IC Games
    Windows

    In this a Metroidvania style game made in crispy pixel art, Join Rhea , a bounty huntress with a task to save some people who have been kidnapped and taken to an old abandoned castle where there are many dangers, she needs your help to rescue these people and to bring peace to the city of Vaunard

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

  2. #2 Makis Adventure
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
    Dev: Zoroarts
    Windows

    Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Exploration 7.6%

  3. #3 Kingless Dungeon
    71% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2025
    Dev: G3 Studio
    Windows

    《Kingless Dungeon》 is a 2D hack and slash platformer where you control the Shadow Prince, a warrior with no memory. Fight undead enemies, discover your skills, and explore this deep dungeons filled with traps and secrets. Can you reclaim your memories and escape?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Exploration 7.4%

  4. #4 Slumbering Feline
    69% matchMostly Positive72% of 46 reviews2025
    Dev: The Flavare
    Windows · Linux

    Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Can Momo find her way out of this dreamscape?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Exploration 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

  5. #5 Plague of Yamorn
    69% matchPositive89% of 47 reviews2023
    Dev: DozenByte
    Windows

    Cleanse the infected in Plague of Yamorn, a 2D metroidvania. Explore the ruined town of Yamorn and uncover the secrets behind its downfall. Find and craft new equipment, offensive and defensive items. Exploit the plagues empowering properties to gain new powers and abilities.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, Exploration 7.3%

  6. #6 Infernax
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 2,159 reviews2022
    Dev: Berzerk StudioPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Retro 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  7. #7 Tyro: Legend of Whisperwood
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Turtlevania Games
    Windows · Mac

    Tyro: Legend of Whisperwood is a Souls-like Metroidvania where your choices shape reality. Play as Tyro, a vengeful field mouse. Battle the Gladeblight's horrors, manage your Sanity Gauge, and survive a world that warps with your mind. Will you break the cycle or lose yourself to madness?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Choices Matter 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, 2D 5.6%

  8. #8 Odallus: The Dark Call
    70% matchVery Positive88% of 1,345 reviews2015
    Dev: JoyMasher
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Retro 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%

  9. #9 Pact Warden
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Astro Beef
    Windows

    A roaming Marchwarden, you travel along roads to defend strange travelers and pious pilgrims. They'll say you're altruistic, but in truth you seek something personal. A place to call home. The waystation Gheimgarth, tucked beneath the Threshold of the Gheim, might just be the place.

    Why similar: Action-Adventure 17%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Choices Matter 12%, Exploration 10.8%, Retro 9.1%

  10. #10 Arishia Tale
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AchuGamesStudio
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in an exciting anime-style metroidvania, where each skill unlocks new areas and secrets on the vast map. Face powerful bosses, acquire unique abilities, and uncover hidden mysteries in this ever-evolving world, all with traditional anime-inspired animation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Exploration 9%, Dark Fantasy 8%

  11. #11 Bitlands
    68% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
    Dev: ByteForge
    Windows

    Platform across strange, magical terrain while meeting even stranger friends and enemies! Discover the history behind the Bitlands, and unlock new allies and powers to traverse the dangerous worlds of the Bitlands, and restore peace to a broken kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Exploration 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 5%

  12. #12 Old Ninja : UnderWorld
    66% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Waterfall Studio
    Windows

    Old Ninja: Underworld is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania action game where an aging ninja explores a chaotic underground world. Battle through a bizarre mix of enemies with no apparent connection, strengthen your ninja, and challenge the boss lurking deep below.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Exploration 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

  13. #13 Dusted Dusk
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: D.X.
    Windows

    Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Exploration 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Action 4.1%

  14. #14 A Handful of Dust
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BVS Studios
    Windows

    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 37.6%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Combat 7.6%

  15. #15 Avemary Rocket -Captain Patchwork-
    66% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: ステサンゲームズPub: room6
    Windows

    Join our brave captain on this action adventure in space! You'll be riding The Patchwork, a less than ideal spaceship, but enough to get away from pursuers. However, you'll be facing malfunctions, fires, enemies attacking... When it rains, it pours.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Retro 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

  16. #16 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
    63% matchVery Positive96% of 236 reviews2025
    Dev: BASTI GAMES
    Windows

    Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.4%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Exploration 10.6%, Old School 8.3%, Combat 5%

  17. #17 Aetherion
    65% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AiirolDev
    Windows · Linux

    A calm 2D pixel game full of magic, exploration, and light combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Exploration 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

  18. #18 Enemies Within
    64% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: BoomSqueak
    Windows

    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 36.2%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Exploration 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%

  19. #19 Dungeon Dot Ruby
    63% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: IIShots Entertainment
    Windows

    Delve into the Master Dungeon as you explore the unyielding tunnels from a top-down view or hop and bop through expansive caverns in 2d-sidescrolling action! Danger and discovery are to be found wherever you are in this retro-style adventure!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Side Scroller 22.2%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Combat 6.5%, Old School 4.9%

  20. #20 Shield of Valor
    63% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Frostblue
    Windows

    Block and attack through this retro inspired action, side scroller. Play as the Shield bearer, Hjalmer as you battle your way through a grim and treacherous land to destroy the dark forces corrupting it.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 23.2%, Side Scroller 21.8%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Old School 10.5%, Combat 10.2%

  21. #21 Him
    64% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: Gumbo Day
    Windows

    Thousands of spaceships entered the galaxy to mine what does not belong to them! Him is a third person casual game where the player runs and jump between home planets to destroy the invading space pirates and their spaceships under a limited time before they mine the lands.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Old School 9.9%, Combat 6.3%, Retro 5.9%

  22. #22 BeforeDisaster
    62% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: SourGrapeGames
    Windows

    《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 56.1%, Action-Adventure 14.9%, Combat 10.6%, Action 5.4%, Adventure 3.4%

  23. #23 Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
    61% matchVery Positive84% of 6,121 reviews2024
    Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 51.7%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Exploration 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Combat 4.2%

  24. #24 Sealed Bite: Extended
    61% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2026
    Dev: Ruben S. LuisPub: Pineapple Works
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Emilia's life turns into chaos as her family members disappear, one by one. Forced to put her trust in a wolf spirit, Emilia sets off to search the land while pressured into feeding a monstrous power. Will the enigmatic figure she encounters offer guidance, or is Emilia diving head-first into peril?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.1%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 5%, Action 4.5%

  25. #25 Maverick
    63% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Arbiter Games
    Windows

    Maverick is an action-packed metroidvania with tight and deliberate controls. Run, jump, and shoot your way through a post-modern Earth under siege by alien-androids. Conquer dynamic enemies and bosses as you evolve your xeno-armor with enhancements and unlock unique abilities.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Exploration 8.4%

  26. #26 Dispersio 2
    64% matchMostly Positive76% of 33 reviews2021
    Dev: Achpile
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Dispersio 2 is a retro-style metroidvania. As you progress through the game, you will gain new abilities, such as dashing, wall-jumping and more. There's even a hard mode for hardcore players. Can you beat the game with only 1 HP?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 52.3%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Combat 7.3%, Retro 6.4%

  27. #27 Albert's Journey
    62% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bite My Pixel
    Windows · Mac

    Albert’s Journey is a 2d platformer adventure game with a pixel art look.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Retro 10.8%, Old School 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

  28. #28 Amo
    62% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ryoshitsude
    Windows

    Amo is a top-down metroidvania, where a lost dog, Amo, gets stranded on an island. Explore the vast environments, fight through the enemies of the past, and solve the many mysteries that the island holds.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, Retro 7.2%, 2D 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%

  29. #29 THE DARK DWELLERS
    63% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
    Dev: COLNELIUS
    Windows

    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.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Exploration 7.5%, Combat 7.4%

  30. #30 Land of Oblivion
    61% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: hwg独立游戏
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Step into a forgotten civilization through jumping, exploration, and combat. "Land of Oblivion" is a 2D action platformer with Metroidvania elements.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Dark Fantasy 17.4%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Exploration 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

  31. #31 FrogeON
    61% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: JofraDev
    Windows

    A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Exploration 8.4%, Combat 7.4%

  32. #32 Shadow King
    61% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2023
    Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
    Windows · Mac

    Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Retro 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Combat 5.8%

  33. #33 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons
    63% matchVery Positive96% of 89 reviews2019
    Dev: Adventure Islands
    Windows · Mac

    Hop into a Game Boy inspired metroidvania adventure! Explore a huge and open dungeon and find ability upgrades to help you in your quest! Can you survive the tiny dangerous dungeons and find the presumably huge treasure?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Old School 8.9%, Retro 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

  34. #34 Souldiers
    61% matchMixed69% of 2,963 reviews2022
    Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.2%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Combat 9.6%, Action 3.9%

  35. #35 Golden Knight
    60% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: Guara Studios
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Combat 7.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  36. #36 Restless Lands
    61% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Crackin'
    Windows

    A Norse mythology Metroidvania where an orphan sets out on a journey through interconnected realms. Master tactical combat, discover ancient powers, and unveil the secrets of a dying world in this hand-crafted pixel art adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

  37. #37 Goo Keeper
    61% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
    Dev: Oria Games Inc.
    Windows

    Lead Rolly in his adventure within the wonderful world of Shroomast, and explore its deep semi open-world underground. Goo Keeper is a pure metroidvania with tons of unique bosses, hand-crafted worlds and creatures, and tons of awesome abilities.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Old School 10.7%, Exploration 9.5%

  38. #38 Well Dweller
    60% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Kyle Thompson
    Windows

    Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Exploration 6.3%

  39. #39 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
    58% matchVery Positive92% of 3,059 reviews2024
    Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Action-Adventure 11%, Combat 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

  40. #40 StarCore Legacy
    61% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows

    Remake to 2016's Legends of the Universe - StarCore, a Metroidvania style Action-Platformer with several abilities, enemies and areas to explore.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Old School 12.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Retro 8.3%

  41. #41 Malleus Maleficarum
    60% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Hairgression
    Windows

    A Metroidvania inspired by the mechanics and style of classic games in the genre. Help Mirabel find different ways to explore a haunted mansion and hunt terrifying witches while gaining new weapons and discovering more about the macabre experiments carried out by demonic beings.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Exploration 8.2%, Retro 7.8%

  42. #42 Castlevania Advance Collection
    60% matchVery Positive91% of 2,384 reviews2021
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Retro 7.4%, Exploration 7.3%

  43. #43 The Light of the Darkness: Renascence
    60% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
    Windows

    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 32%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Action-Adventure 8%, Choices Matter 7.1%

  44. #44 HeroSquare
    58% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2025
    Dev: Akseli Virtanen
    Windows

    HeroSquare is a minimalist metroidvania where you must find your missing heart friend in a strange and colorful world full of danger. Armed with your ability to parry & reflect enemy bullets, you will face formiddable bosses, discover cryptic secrets and explore for new powers!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Exploration 9.1%, Retro 8.7%

  45. #45 Croakspire
    60% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lotus Arcade
    Windows

    Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.8%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Exploration 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Combat 6.2%

  46. #46 Overbowed
    59% matchVery Positive91% of 85 reviews2024
    Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
    Windows

    Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.4%, Retro 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, 2D 5.9%

  47. #47 Ed's world story
    60% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: KoKoGames
    Windows

    Protagonist 'Ed' lives in Kakariko village. He wants to become an adventurer who explore this great world. You can join Ed's adventure... find out a secret of the world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Adventure 5.3%

  48. #48 Slime Cores
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Echo Lotus Games
    Windows

    A shape-shifting, pixel-art, story-rich action adventure metroidvania for PC

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Combat 8.9%, Exploration 8.8%

  49. #49 OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK
    60% matchMixed66% of 525 reviews2022
    Dev: ENGINES Inc.Pub: KADOKAWA CORPORATION
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    2D action-adventure game set in the rich world of the epic dark fantasy, Overlord. This latest installment in the series features an original story overseen by Overlord's creator, Kugane Maruyama. Find Clementine's missing memories and make your escape!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Exploration 7.3%

  50. #50 Chronicles of the Wolf
    57% matchVery Positive84% of 467 reviews2025
    Dev: Migami GamesPub: PQube
    Windows

    Hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan in Chronicles of the Wolf! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo in this epic adventure featuring brutal bosses, vast castles, and secrets to uncover. Narration by the legendary Robert Belgrade and other special appearances!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Side Scroller 19%, Action-Adventure 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Old School 9.5%

  51. #51 Silent Santicado
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vigilant Addiction Studios
    Windows

    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 41.7%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Retro 7.9%, Combat 7.5%

  52. #52 9 Years of Shadows
    58% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,091 reviews2023
    Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, Side Scroller 22%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Exploration 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

  53. #53 Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU
    57% matchVery Positive83% of 925 reviews2024
    Dev: Surgent StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.9%, Side Scroller 14%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Exploration 7.7%, Dark Fantasy 5.9%

  54. #54 Jumper Jon
    57% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Ogre Pixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Jumper Jon is a 30-second metroidvania-style platforming adventure!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Exploration 10.4%, Action 3.9%

  55. #55 The Witch Blade
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SergS WorkshopPub: Rokyte Publishing
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Exploration 8.1%, Action-Adventure 8%

  56. #56 Pipsqueak!
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pond Games PTY LTD
    Windows

    Explore a strange and hostile world in this search-action platformer starring a tiny mouse named Tofu.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Exploration 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Retro 6.3%

  57. #57 Garm Ruins
    58% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2024
    Dev: kiukiu
    Windows

    An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 59.5%, Action-Adventure 20.3%, Action 10.4%, 2D 7.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%

  58. #58 Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
    59% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Bit Bot MediaPub: Crystal Dynamics
    Windows

    Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Action 6.7%

  59. #59 Haiku, the Robot
    58% matchVery Positive90% of 3,380 reviews2022
    Dev: Mister Morris Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Exploration 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

Modeli
The Legend of Chalkvania cover art

Games Like The Legend of Chalkvania

Based on tag similarity + player behavior
Loading graph...