Games Like The Legend of Simurgh

A dark, hand-drawn Metroidvania set in a world where death has disappeared. Fight twisted creatures, uncover forgotten secrets, and discover powerful Boundlings as you journey to restore death to a world that has forgotten how to die.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Souls-like 22.5%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 8.5%, Platformer 8%

Set out on a journey through Sutra Pilgrim！ Hone your skills, gather powerful Artifacts, meet steadfast allies, and challenge fearsome Yaoguai Kings. Traverse a vast mythic world inspired by Journey to the West, seek the Sutra Pilgrim, and uncover the hidden truth behind this westbound journey.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 26.7%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 6.8%, Nonlinear 5.7%

Don the red hood and venture into this fabled adventure as Lyra. Metroidvania meets Top-Down Adventure in this challenging, side-scrolling tale.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Souls-like 24.2%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 7%, Nonlinear 6.6%

Explore, fight, and platform through a world of deadly plants as a lone potato, Tater Spud, in search of powerups and the answers behind the flora that was once safe.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Nonlinear 11.2%, PvE 9.9%, Platformer 9.3%

Pepper finds that her home has been taken over by an encroaching, melted, pink candy, endangering herself, her friends and her Queen. Seek out the pieces of sentient candy magic and save Pepper and her friends!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Souls-like 25.4%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 8.8%, Nonlinear 6.9%

Deranged trolls. Old thinking machines. Nordic inspired animals with dark backstories. Meet them all in this hand drawn adventure where you play as a moth, born without wings, exploring a dark world in search of the kingdoms lost light.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Souls-like 26.8%, Nonlinear 8.7%, Platformer 8.6%, Exploration 8.4%

Lightwood is an immersive semi-open world Metroidvania. Master your skills and fight magnificent Lords as you unravel the ancient mysteries behind the kingdom's decay.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Souls-like 27.7%, Nonlinear 14%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Exploration 6.8%

Spright is an epic 2D metroidvania about descending into a vast abyss that twists against you the deeper you go. Equipped with only your diving helm and a longswordm, you will dive head-on into a world that refuses to give way.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Souls-like 25.6%, Platformer 12%, Exploration 8.9%, Action-Adventure 4.5%

Explore an ancient world in The Malice Kingdom. Travel the rich and diverse landscape filled with ancient ruins, foreboding forests, and haunting mansions. Discover powerful weapons, befriend Whimsical characters, and uncover the dormant secret within the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 23.1%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 8.1%

2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Souls-like 25.3%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 8.7%, Exploration 7.2%

In Mother ZERO, a cyberpunk action-adventure game, fight your way through a decaying world full of mysteries and threats. Explore deep underground bunkers, battle corrupted creatures, and encounter bizarre characters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Souls-like 24.1%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Nonlinear 9.2%

Salene is a action-platformer with quick precise combat set in a world ravaged by a war of angels and men. Conquer the Seven Virtues, gain new skills and learn the Songs of Creation to rise up and face the divinity that commands them all!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Souls-like 24.6%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Exploration 9.4%, Platformer 8.7%

Shards of Memories is a hand-drawn Metroidvania where defeated enemies leave behind memories that carry their abilities. Equip these memories strategically, shape your own combat style, and explore a fractured world marked by its past.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Souls-like 21.7%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Platformer 6.7%

Lotus Knight is a 2D platform action game. A girl born from a lotus, following the call of her "mother", adventuring inside the world covered with flowers, exploring various interesting places, engaging in intense battles and experiencing a wonderful story.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Souls-like 31.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Nonlinear 6.7%, 2D 3.8%

Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.2%, Metroidvania 32.4%, 2D Platformer 7.1%, Platformer 6.5%, Action-Adventure 5.6%

Play as a cat in this 2D world where you discover new abilities and paths to finally reach the summit. What's there? Even I don't know. Yet. Oh, it now has local co-op.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Nonlinear 13.7%, Platformer 11.2%, Exploration 10.4%

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 29.9%, Souls-like 24.1%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Exploration 9.2%, Platformer 7.5%

Plunge into Bacuri's journey. Discovering himself, friends, habilities, lands, challenges and enemies. Draft your own path in this 2D platformer crafted in modern pixel art style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 23.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 7.7%

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: Metroidvania 30.5%, Souls-like 27.6%, Platformer 10.5%, Exploration 7.4%, 2D Platformer 7%

Experience the emotional life of a zombie with a microwave stuck on his butt. A 2D platformer with critical thinking based combat where each different enemy feels like a puzzle to solve instead of relying on brute hack & slash tactics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Souls-like 23.9%, Nonlinear 12.9%, Platformer 8.3%, Exploration 7.9%

Frauki's Adventure is a challenging melee-combat platformer set in a large, interconnected world. Dodge, slash, stomp, and outplay a variety of intelligent and deadly Alien Robots. Discover shortcuts and find hidden upgrades. Challenging sword-fights and a sprawling, bizarre world await!

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 26.3%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 8.9%, Exploration 7.7%

Forge your own path by finding temporary tools or permanent abilities. Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where you ascend from the depths as the heir of a fallen underworld, to awaken radiant abilities & uncover the truth behind a heavenly world full of dystopian secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 25.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Nonlinear 10.6%, Platformer 7.6%

SpellTome is a story driven fantasy adventure 2D platformer. Hurl balls of magic, dash across levels, and jump over obstacles while trying to get the fabled SpellTome.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Souls-like 29%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 5.9%

MAGNET is a pixel-art Metroidvania set in a ruined world of robots. Harness magnetic and electrical powers to defeat enemies and overcome obstacles. Acquire new weapons and abilities to upgrade your robot.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Souls-like 26.3%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 6.4%, Action-Adventure 5.1%

Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Souls-like 31.9%, Exploration 8.9%, Action-Adventure 5.2%, PvE 3.9%

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 33.5%, Souls-like 28.2%, Nonlinear 11.7%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Action-Adventure 5.2%

Embark on a quest to restore light to a kingdom swallowed by darkness. Dive into a cute and dark pixel-art interconnected world with tight controls, seamless exploration, and challenging combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Souls-like 31.9%, Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, Action 3.4%

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 33.3%, Souls-like 24.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 11%, Exploration 6.4%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 28.4%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 7.7%, Cute 7.4%

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: Metroidvania 30.2%, Souls-like 26.7%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 9.4%, Exploration 8.1%

Stellar Poetry is a 2D action adventure game similar to the galaxy Castlevania. The sorceress, who awakens after sensing the call of a mysterious voice, goes on a series of adventures in order to find memories lost due to the curse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Souls-like 27.1%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

Embark on a 2D metroidvania adventure that immerses players in Andean mythology, focusing on exploration, combat, and discovery. Join Sinchi, a brave jaguar warrior, on his journey to free his people from the oppression of an usurping god.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Souls-like 23.7%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 8.5%, Nonlinear 7.2%

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 32.3%, Souls-like 21.7%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 8.8%, Exploration 8.4%

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: Metroidvania 33.6%, Souls-like 29.9%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 8.5%, Exploration 7.1%

Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Nonlinear 13.7%, Exploration 8.7%, Platformer 7.5%

A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Souls-like 29.8%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 7%, Action-Adventure 4.9%

In this norse-inspired metroidvania, explore and seek truths of what truly happened to you, having lost your home and your only friend in a single night. Fight and copy new magic from others to gain power, as you swear revenge on a mysterious stranger that took everything from you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, Souls-like 28.5%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, PvE 10.7%, Platformer 9.9%

Welcome to the world of Nyaginata! A hard-fought journey awaits as you carve your way past an onslaught of enemies! React and outwit in order to survive. Go forth! Make rapid progress!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 23.2%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Exploration 8.5%

The Last Comfort is a Metroidvania set within a child's subconscious mind. You must traverse through the child's memories, dreams, and nightmares as Tedd, his favorite toy, find the sickness, and save the child from a terminal nightmare.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Souls-like 22%, 2D Platformer 11%, Nonlinear 9.8%, PvE 8.3%

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 33.4%, Souls-like 28.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 4.7%

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 41.7%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Exploration 10.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

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: Metroidvania 30.3%, Souls-like 27.4%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 7.8%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

Demidoff Corp is an atmospheric 2D metroidvania based on Ural folk tales. Explore mystical lands, fight ancient creatures, unlock new abilities, and uncover Demidov’s secret to put an end to the evil that has awoken in the depths of the Ural mountains.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Souls-like 30.4%, Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 6.1%, Action-Adventure 5.8%

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: Metroidvania 33%, Souls-like 30.6%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Platformer 6.3%

Embark on a delirious journey in this metroidvania set on a pirate island where all the characters are sea animals.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Souls-like 29.4%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 7.4%, Action-Adventure 6.6%

Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Souls-like 30.3%, Platformer 7.6%, Nonlinear 7.5%, Exploration 5.7%

EX VITRO is a dark sci-fi 2D platformer where you delve into the ruins of a military research facility and discover the horrors within. Whether machine, creature, or something else entirely, you’ll face the violent legacy of the last survivors of humanity.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Nonlinear 13%, PvE 11.4%, Platformer 10.5%

Come discover a world full of Brazilian cultural personalities, with several exclusive powers to be used strategically, play win and try to be the best by entering the world rank!

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Platformer 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Exploration 9.4%

Explore a hand-crafted Metroidvania where dreams and nightmares collide. Master fast-paced combat, craft powerful spells, and harness Color to restore a dying world while uncovering the truth behind the Dream Painters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Souls-like 26.5%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, PvE 8.1%, Platformer 7.6%

PorBor is a metroidvania set in a mutated civilization. Slash through enemies to form a collectable substance, forcing you to engage with close and quick combat. Explore this varied overgrown world as Bor to learn about the mind of a god...

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Exploration 11%, Platformer 10.7%, PvE 10.3%

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 24.9%, Souls-like 19%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 9.4%

Pathfinder 08 is a fun and challenging adventure. It is a platform game with a focus on exploration and retro inspiration with some RPG elements.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Exploration 10.4%, Nonlinear 8.6%

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: Metroidvania 30%, Souls-like 27.1%, Platformer 10%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Exploration 6.9%

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 33.7%, Souls-like 28.3%, Platformer 9.4%, 2D Platformer 7.8%, Exploration 7.2%

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 39.1%, Souls-like 32.8%, Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 5.2%, Cute 3.7%

Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Exploration 8.6%

A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!

Why similar: Souls-like 30.5%, Metroidvania 29.2%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 7.6%, Action-Adventure 5.5%

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 36.9%, Souls-like 30.8%, Platformer 11%, Nonlinear 5.9%, Exploration 5.6%

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: Metroidvania 30.5%, Souls-like 26.9%, Nonlinear 14.2%, Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 6.2%

Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 26.1%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 9.2%, Exploration 8.1%