60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Souls-like, Platformer, Action.
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.
The Light of the Darkness: Origins
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.
Deepening Fire
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
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: Metroidvania 19.3%, Souls-like 15.3%, Difficult 9.9%, Lore-Rich 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%
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: Metroidvania 16.9%, Souls-like 14.7%, Difficult 11.1%, Lore-Rich 9.1%, Side Scroller 9.1%
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 18.4%, Souls-like 16.7%, Difficult 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Side Scroller 8.4%
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: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 16.8%, Difficult 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%
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 23.2%, Souls-like 16.6%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 6.8%
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: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 16.7%, Difficult 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Side Scroller 8%
Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 19.8%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Platformer 9.4%
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: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 18.7%, Difficult 12.9%, Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%
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: Metroidvania 24.8%, Souls-like 19.4%, Difficult 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Platformer 6.8%
Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.9%, Souls-like 14.8%, Lore-Rich 10.9%, Difficult 10.7%, Side Scroller 10.3%
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: Metroidvania 24.4%, Souls-like 19.8%, Difficult 12.3%, Platformer 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
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: Metroidvania 22.2%, Souls-like 18.1%, Difficult 12.4%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Platformer 8.7%
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 26.2%, Souls-like 18.4%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Action RPG 9.8%, Platformer 8.5%
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 28.2%, Souls-like 20.9%, Difficult 13.3%, Platformer 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 4.2%
Choose between Seren and Umbra, two warriors who despise each other. Armed with a spear that can strike in any direction, explore a fractured world, uncover the truth behind your bond, and hunt down the one person you must destroy. Desperate for Separation~Forever Intertwined
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Souls-like 19.5%, Difficult 14.5%, Platformer 8.4%, Action RPG 5.7%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 14.6%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Difficult 9.6%, Action RPG 8.6%
Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Souls-like 16.1%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Difficult 10.3%, Action RPG 8.6%
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 23.6%, Souls-like 18.4%, Difficult 11.8%, Platformer 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
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 22.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Souls-like 10.1%, Difficult 10.1%
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: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 19.3%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Platformer 9.3%
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 33.4%, Souls-like 14.6%, Action RPG 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%
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 26.6%, Souls-like 20.5%, Difficult 13.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Side Scroller 5.6%
You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 19.1%, Difficult 10.7%, RPG 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 8%
Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.6%, Souls-like 16.1%, Difficult 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Action RPG 9.6%
Confront fate in Forlorn Outcast, an immersive souls-like RPG. Stand your ground against the Drothar hordes, channel powerful spells, and discover the dark fantasy realm of Tilsa as you ascend from outcast to legend.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.1%, Difficult 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Lore-Rich 12%, Action RPG 10.6%
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 31.8%, Metroidvania 24.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Difficult 6.4%, Action RPG 5.2%
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 24.5%, Souls-like 17.2%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Difficult 11.8%, Platformer 10.8%
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 28.1%, Souls-like 15.2%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Action RPG 8.9%, Lore-Rich 7.9%
Demons, giants, mutants, and a talking Ball with hybrid limbs?! In WarriOrb you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one. Will you do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 17.5%, Difficult 11.2%, Side Scroller 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%
"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 27.5%, Souls-like 20.8%, Difficult 12.8%, Platformer 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
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: Metroidvania 21.7%, Souls-like 17.6%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Difficult 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
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 34.7%, Metroidvania 21%, Difficult 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Platformer 5%
The Xerran Dominion is one step from becoming unstoppable. Your machines won’t survive - but you will. Control the environment and use their tech to your advantage. In this brutal sci-fi action RPG, the world is your weapon - and you are the trigger.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.6%, Metroidvania 21.2%, Difficult 14%, Action RPG 9.1%, Lore-Rich 8.9%
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 30%, Souls-like 18.8%, Difficult 13%, Platformer 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%
Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 17.8%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Difficult 11.9%, Action RPG 9.9%
Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Difficult 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Platformer 9.9%
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: Metroidvania 19.4%, Souls-like 17.2%, Difficult 12%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Action RPG 8.7%
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 27.5%, Souls-like 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Platformer 9.5%, Side Scroller 7%
Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Souls-like 20.8%, Difficult 16.7%, Platformer 7.8%, Indie 3.9%
Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 17.9%, Lore-Rich 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Platformer 9.1%
Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Souls-like 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Action RPG 9.4%, 2D 4%
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 28.6%, Souls-like 15.3%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Action RPG 6.6%
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: Metroidvania 24.1%, Souls-like 18.5%, Difficult 12.7%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Platformer 8.6%
The Song of Awakening is a 2D action-platformer where you play as a bard with the power to create magic through music. Explore a world once ruled by the Lyramancers, wielders of music-magic, who were extinguished by a mad king. Defeat the malevolent god of silence and restore harmony to the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 19.9%, Action RPG 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Combat 7.3%
Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.6%, Souls-like 17.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Difficult 10.3%
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: Metroidvania 17.8%, Souls-like 15.1%, Difficult 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Side Scroller 9.5%
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 24%, Souls-like 18.2%, Difficult 13.6%, Side Scroller 9%, Platformer 7.9%
3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 17.7%, Difficult 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Side Scroller 10.6%
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 21.6%, Souls-like 16.2%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Difficult 9.3%
Explore the danger and mystery of a fallen land, whose hidden wonders are shrouded and marred by the stranglehold of wickedness. In "Fire in the Beastlands," you are thrust into a world beyond the brink, blamed for its waywardness, and confronted with the choice between revenge and redemption.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.7%, Souls-like 17%, Difficult 11.4%, Lore-Rich 10%, Action RPG 9.8%
DreamKiller is a 2D side-scrolling action game that combines strategy cards with intense combat. Control Irene as she navigates a world where dreams and reality merge, piecing together the shattered Dream Interpretation Codex. Use card-switching to unleash powerful skills in a Souls-like challenge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Souls-like 18.6%, Lore-Rich 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Action RPG 9.9%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 20.5%, Action RPG 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Souls-like 21.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Action RPG 7.8%, Side Scroller 6.4%
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: Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 18%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Difficult 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 12.4%, Platformer 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Difficult 7%
Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 18.6%, Difficult 12.2%, Action RPG 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%
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 24.9%, Souls-like 20%, Difficult 13.6%, Side Scroller 10%, Platformer 9.7%
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: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 21.1%, Difficult 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Combat 6.1%
Nonu is a 2D souls-like where every action draws from two interlinked resources—one stemming from your inner strength, the other granted by a higher power. Explore to uncover artifacts that enable dissimilar builds, and piece together the secrets of a dying world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Souls-like 17.7%, Difficult 12%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.6%
