Games Like The Mine

"When her friend vanishes on a distant planet, a lone android uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not just the colony, but the fate of the entire universe."

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Open World 18.6%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, 2.5D 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Dig, sell, upgrade and repeat! Increminer is a pixel art incremental platformer where the only way to complete the Museum's collection is to mine your way through each unique biome and discover the artifacts hidden within. Sell your findings to upgrade your mining prowess and unlock new abilities!

Why similar: Mining 45.3% ★, Collectathon 22.5%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Platformer 6.2%

Explore a strange planet, collect the creatures you find, and then shape-shift into them to expand your world. Build your own path, chat with the locals, and discover the planets sprawling secrets in this quirky metroidvania platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Open World 14.6%, Platformer 12.4%, Exploration 9.8%

In this classic platformer from 1984, take on the role of Monty Mole and grab as much coal as you can from the South Yorkshire coal pit, for a long, cold winter and a bone chilling Christmas lies ahead. Avoid flying pickets, carnivorous fish, deadly hairsprays, and a host of other surreal hazards.

Why similar: Mining 43.8% ★, 2D Platformer 21.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Platformer 7.6%, Puzzle 5.8%

Venture beneath the Ghost Kingdom where you will encounter strange creatures, solve puzzles and uncover hidden secrets!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Platformer 13.3%, Puzzle 9.1%, Exploration 8.4%

Core Descent is a puzzle-platformer set in a vivid world filled with puzzles to solve, items to collect, and secrets to find.

Why similar: Collectathon 24.5%, Metroidvania 22.9%, 2D Platformer 18%, Exploration 10.4%, Platformer 9.1%

Explore a shattered land in this isekai Metroidvania, mastering fluid movement, battling monsters, clashing with Outworlders, and uncovering the truth behind a world on the edge of collapse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, 2D Platformer 19%, Open World 15.4%, Exploration 10%, Pixel Graphics 9%

Play as a hydra in this classic-inspired 16-bit 2D platformer with Super-FX-style 3D visuals!

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Collectathon 20.2%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, 2.5D 12.4%, Platformer 9.2%

Poor Windy has come to search for the treasure hidden on the island. The queens who protect the island are not afraid of her as long as she doesn't do anything unnecessary.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Collectathon 24.1%, 2D Platformer 18%, Platformer 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Sneak away from your boring family vacation and delve into ancient ruins! Borrow equipment from dead explorers and uncover the secrets of a lost civilization as you leave your parents worried sick. Warning: The Ruby Chest may contain traces of an ancient curse (and gluten).

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Exploration 10.7%, Platformer 10.1%

Bananguy returns for a new epic adventure! Collect "Power Coins" and explore goofy worlds in the ultimate search for the legendary golden banana!

Why similar: Collectathon 26%, Open World 20.2%, Exploration 13.9%, Platformer 13%, 2D Platformer 12.2%

"The Throne" is a medieval adventure in true Metroidvania style. Get lost in a huge castle with 2.5D pixel art environments and increase your power with new abilities you find along the way. Fight fearsome bosses and navigate dangerous traps to make your way to the throne room!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, 2.5D 16.3%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10%

SteamWorld Dig is back! Dig deep, gain riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld in this platform mining adventure influenced by classic Metroidvania style games.

Why similar: Mining 42.4% ★, Metroidvania 34.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Exploration 3.9%, Action 3.1%

Explore, solve puzzles, and fight your way through over 100 screens and return your pumpkin pals!

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Collectathon 19.6%, 2D Platformer 16%, Open World 13.5%, Platformer 8.7%

After escaping the research ship, Samuel finds himself crash landed on a foreign planet overrun by a hostile organization. Now it's up to Samuel and his trusty SOL equipment to rescue the scientists who also escaped the ship, and find a way off of the planet.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Open World 12.9%, Exploration 10.5%, Platformer 10.1%

You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.7%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Open World 12.1%, Exploration 10.9%, Platformer 10.8%

MAT is a young boy trapped in a school he barely recognises. Help him in the search for answers, shifting between worlds, uncovering new challenges, creatures, and abilities in each of them. Explore a narrative platformer inspired by the metroidvania genre, made by friends for friends.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Open World 18.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, 2.5D 12.9%, Exploration 8.4%

In a world ravaged by World War III, a group of survivors found safety at the top of the trees, only without the resources of the caves the city of Marmoset will not have a future, however you can change that.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Collectathon 18.7%, Open World 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 8.5%

Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, 2D Platformer 21.4%, Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

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 41%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Platformer 10.2%, Open World 8.1%

Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Exploration 11.2%, Platformer 10.5%, Puzzle 8.4%

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 42.8%, 2D Platformer 21.5%, Exploration 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Platformer 7.7%

Capybound is a 2D platformer with puzzle elements. You wake up as a capybara in a beautiful pixelated world. Find oranges, meet and talk to many different animals, solve puzzles, unlock skills, explore the world and it's secrets, all in a quest to find your way back home.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Collectathon 22%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Exploration 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

The long-awaited "Director's Cut" version of Montezuma's Revenge, envisioned and programmed by the original developer. It's the super-charged conclusion of the classic puzzle solving action-adventure platformer you loved in your youth! Finally, you will fight King Montezuma!

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Open World 13%, Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%

Use a Spear Guardian to rescue your missing tribe members! A mysterious enemy has turned the once peaceful island into chaos. With help from your Companion and your Tribe’s wisdom, you must uncover secrets, gain new abilities, and restore peace to the island.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Open World 16.2%, Platformer 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%

Explore in a black-and-white world. You'll encounter interesting enemies, feel smooth physics effects, freely combine props to solve fun puzzles, use powerful weapons, and defeat cool bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Open World 14.3%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Exploration 9%, Platformer 8.7%

Scratch in a 2.5D world that blends hip hop aesthetics with action/platforming, where urban art has come to life. Explore dynamic environments, face cleaning robots, and uncover secrets of this vibrant world as you reclaim your identity in this intense and colorful adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, 2.5D 19.5%, Platformer 12.6%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action 3.7%

Moth Planet is a kinetic, energetic 2D platformer where you interview moths and explore an interconnected world in search of the truth!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Collectathon 27.6%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Platformer 11.1%, Adventure 2%

Where am I pyooooo??? HEBEREKEis back and so is his great and surreal adventure! A mysterious little creature Hebe fell into a mysterious world. Discover a brand new world, explore every corner, find the treasures with your new wonderful friends, and use their skills to find new places.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, 2D Platformer 21.5%, Platformer 14.2%, Exploration 11%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

You have stumbled into a world shrouded in darkness, where your body has transformed into that of a strange creature. Using your ability to dispel the darkness, you must explore and learn within this mysterious realm, uncovering the truth of this world while seeking a way to return to your own.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Open World 13.4%, Exploration 10.4%, Platformer 10.2%

Discover an enigmatic universe. Explore diverse biomes, face ancient guardians, and uncover hidden secrets in this captivating 2D pixel art platformer. Embark on an unforgettable cosmic odyssey!

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Open World 15.3%, Platformer 11.2%, Exploration 10.6%

“Aeternum Vale” is a weird atmospheric Metroidvania set in a cryptic open-world full of dangers, mysteries, and odd characters. Make friends & slice your way through this out of time realm in a infinite quest to save your soul… or give it away?

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Open World 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Exploration 9.9%

Help Argyle Van Helsing hunt down and destroy Dracula before he turns all the worlds vampires into Zombie Vampires. This creature feature Metroidvania adventure game is filled with classic monsters, wicked levels, and clever humor.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Exploration 13.1%, Open World 12.5%, Platformer 11.3%

Explore the Echoes of Nox amongst the war between 3 factions of robots. Uncover new tools and take territory as the dynamically changing rooms switch hands between the different AIs and yourself. Reveal the secrets of the past and discover why you alone were left in this station.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Exploration 12.5%, Open World 11.6%, Platformer 10.4%

A puppet themed platformer metroidvania with a focus on platforming rather than combat. Throw your crystal scissors into walls to create your own platforms, explore a twisting and mysterious land, and solve puzzles on a worldwide scale.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Collectathon 12.6%, Open World 11.2%, Exploration 9%

Dig to find the ultimate diamond! Entertaining Casual Digging Game

Why similar: Mining 47.6% ★, Collectathon 18.1%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 10.2%, Exploration 7.8%

OTHERSIDE is a 2D, hand-drawn Metroidvania adventure featuring 'Mao' - a cat warrior awakened from slumber. Wield a sword and brush to explore a beast kingdom, encounter tribes, and uncover secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Platformer 11%, Exploration 10.9%, Open World 8.7%

Lukas Adventure 64 is a collectathon horror game ARG inspired by the games of past. Can you discover what this game is truly hiding.

Why similar: Collectathon 35.7%, Metroidvania 17.1%, Open World 13%, Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%

SAMA is a hand painted, digging and puzzle adventure where you take the role of a mining ship and the little Alien blob crew hijacked by a pirate ship. Your Aliens have to dig, fight and puzzle their way through the subterranean worlds fulfilling the ransom demand. Can you do it?

Why similar: Mining 35.4% ★, Metroidvania 25%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 8.5%, Exploration 7.6%

Spelunk, plunder, and pickaxe in Lost Caves, A 2D collect-a-thon all about exploration and treasure hunting! Venture through 4 expansive labyrinthine levels to find over 80 unique treasures to amass your wealth, and use your trusty pickaxe to defeat anything in your way!

Why similar: Collectathon 25%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Open World 16.1%, Platformer 11%, Exploration 10.5%

Enter the magic world of Elowyn! Evolve with her and discover all the secrets to magic in this metroidvania with incredible characters and scenary. Learn powerful spells, create potions, unravel many riddles and live the entire fantasy!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.8%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Open World 13.1%, Platformer 12%, Exploration 11.3%

The Ramsey is a 2D platformer that allows you to play as cute squirrel characters solving puzzles using various weapons. Explore maze-like islands and overcome difficult obstacles with the strongest squirrels in the universe.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 13.4%, Exploration 10.1%, Puzzle 9.4%

Nixie is a 2D story-driven exploration game about a robot’s search for a missing human lost in an android space colony. Slash, fling, and glide your way through an eclectic world, while enjoying colorful 16-bit pixel art and an infectious soundtrack!

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Collectathon 23.3%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Platformer 9.8%, Exploration 9.4%

A black cat pulls multiple triggers of revenge. Set, a feline mercenary with a massive bayonet, is haunted by her past and driven to avenge her fallen comrades. In a cyberpunk world of twelve races, she uncovers hidden truths through brutal action and vast Metroidvania exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, 2D Platformer 21.6%, Platformer 14.3%, Exploration 11%, Pixel Graphics 8%

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 40.4%, 2D Platformer 24.2%, Exploration 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Platformer 5.2%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Exploration 9.6%

Control your robot to dig down deep mines in order to find the Ultimate Diamond while avoiding being crushed by falling rocks

Why similar: Mining 45% ★, Collectathon 19.5%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 9.4%, Exploration 7.2%

An action/adventure 2D platformer game focus on exploration

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Collectathon 30.2%, Platformer 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 7.3%

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 43.5%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Exploration 11.9%, Platformer 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, Open World 14%, Exploration 12.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, 2D Platformer 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Open World 8.8%, Platformer 7.1%

Help explorer Larry on an adventure full of challenges and dangerous creatures. - 1 Player - A giant map to navigate - 4 different levels to explore - A 16-bit style adventure - Map Editor. Export, Import and share maps.

Why similar: Collectathon 29.7%, 2D Platformer 21.3%, Open World 15.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Exploration 12%

Explore a colorful haunted world, fight and befriend its bizarre inhabitants, unlock game changing upgrades, and unravel a story of epic proportions.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Collectathon 23.8%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

Save Moses' girlfriend from the clutches of the prince of Egypt, Ramses, in this thrilling adventure across the Egyptian desert. Face enemies and bosses, find items and power-ups scattered throughout a fantastic 2D open world full of challenges, secrets and much more!

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.9%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Open World 14.7%, Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 11.2%

FlipWitch is back! This time, it's bigger, bolder, bustier, and bossier! Prepare yourselves for another magical metroidvania full of unique characters, quests, bosses, and erotic expeditions, all featuring even more bangers and banging than before!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Collectathon 25%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Platformer 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Can you find all 100 pumpkins in this interconnected world? If you do, you will be rewarded based on how many lives you had to use!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Collectathon 21.4%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Open World 11%, Platformer 9%

Explore the world of the crystal-mining creatures, the Kryh, Meet other alien races, improve your equipments and customize your burrow. Great adventures are waiting in Kryh Explorer!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Mining 28.9% ★, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Exploration 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

Educe is a 2D pixel art "Metroidbrainia" puzzle game where the world is your blueprint. Physically rearrange the screens of a forgotten laboratory to navigate a sprawling, non-linear maze. With no combat and a focus on logic, you must shift the environment itself to educe the path forward.

Why similar: Metroidvania 55.4%, Exploration 15%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Puzzle 11.5%, Adventure 5.1%

Help Leaflup save his friends in the most unconventional way possible... CANDY! Unlock abilities, uncover the mysteries of the forest, collect 380+ pieces of candy, befriend unhinged characters, play pinball, wear a shoe as a hat & more in this lovingly crafted short platformer game.

Why similar: Collectathon 33.4%, 2D Platformer 27.8%, Metroidvania 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Platformer 9.2%

Treasure Adventure Game casts you in the role of a young boy who lands on an island that is a fragment of what was once a continent, destroyed in the war between a demon and a wizard.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, 2D Platformer 21.4%, Open World 12.4%, Platformer 11%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%