- #1 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
97% matchVery Positive92% of 231 reviews2025
Dev: Volkolak Team
Windows
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Narration 7.7%, 2D Platformer 7.4%
- #2 Mother's Sword
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsitle
Windows
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 33.4%, Metroidvania 32.6%, Hack and Slash 8.5%, Action 4.8%, 2D Platformer 4.6%
- #3 Undivine
96% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: WendeooPub: Deadpix Studios
Windows
A dark metroidvania with RPG elements, "Undivine" challenges you to explore, battle, and uncover secrets in a desolate, interconnected world. Customize your abilities, wield unique weapons, and delve into deep lore filled with mystery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 23%, 2D Platformer 7.9%, Emotional 7.3%, Multiple Endings 6%
- #4 Stellar Poetry
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MXL-StudioPub: TrueColor Games
Windows
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 30.8%, Souls-like 26.7%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Multiple Endings 6.9%, Female Protagonist 6.4%
- #5 BENBOWARS
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mr. Videogames
Windows
FIGHT or KILL your way thru a world under attack by THE EVIL SKELETON ARMY—Episodic 2D+ Super Action Platforminger Adventurevania—The Most Indie Game Ever Made—
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 26.8%, 2D Platformer 9%, Female Protagonist 6.9%, Story Rich 6%
- #6 Lightward
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wolfbit Games
Windows · Mac
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 39.9%, Souls-like 31.6%, Action-Adventure 6%, Action 4.2%, Platformer 4.1%
- #7 SpellTome
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tectonic Games Studio
Windows
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 32.8%, Souls-like 29.1%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Action-Adventure 4.7%, Fantasy 4.2%
- #8 DOOMBLADE
92% matchVery Positive82% of 347 reviews2023
Dev: Muro StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 20.6%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, 2D Platformer 6.9%, Multiple Endings 6.6%
- #9 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ongar Studio
Windows
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 26.5%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 4.8%, Fantasy 4.3%
- #10 BOGs: Earth vs Sea
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hammerhead Shark
Windows
Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Souls-like 18.7%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Hack and Slash 9.3%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #11 Sorrowself
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vieri Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your sister from a certain death by finding her soul fragments in this mystical hand-drawn world! Utilize a variety of morphing abilities and fight through the dream-like Land Of Sorrow. It is known to be flooded with crying creatures who are creating a chaos under the dark soul Self.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 17.2%, Emotional 13.1%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Story Rich 6%
- #12 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
89% matchVery Positive83% of 1,162 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 24.9%, Souls-like 22.5%, Hack and Slash 11.4%, 2D Platformer 6.9%, Female Protagonist 6.2%
- #13 Awita: Journey of Hope
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 89 reviews2025
Dev: ant_game_projects
Windows · Linux
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 33.3%, Souls-like 21.7%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #14 Ex Angelus
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
Windows
Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Souls-like 26.9%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Action-Adventure 5.4%, Fantasy 4.8%
- #15 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
86% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2026
Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
Windows
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 25.8%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Story Rich 6.8%
- #16 Shards of Memories
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Twelve Games
Windows
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 39.3%, Souls-like 22.8%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 6.5%, Fantasy 4.2%
- #17 Moonscars
86% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Souls-like 29.8%, 2D Platformer 6.8%, Hack and Slash 6.5%, Action-Adventure 4.7%
- #18 RIN: The Last Child
85% matchMixed60% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: Space Fox GamesPub: Salient Games
Windows
Join RIN, the last child of the Creator, on a journey to restore order in a mystical world. Collect aspects and runes, craft spells, and confront powerful bosses - your transformed siblings. The fate of the world rests in your hands. Can you restore harmony to this enchanted realm?
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Emotional 12.7%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Story Rich 6.3%, Fantasy 5.5%
- #19 Oneirium
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZeenaPub: Zeena Studio
Windows
Awaken to a realm where dreams and reality blur beyond recognition. As the Awakened One, you must traverse a haunting world of nightmares and fragmented memories, where nothing is certain and every shadow hides unspeakable truths. Traverse the Dream revealing the nature of existence itself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 25.9%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Emotional 7.2%, Multiple Endings 6.2%
- #20 Lotus Knight
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stinky Tofu Games
Windows · Mac
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 43.7%, Souls-like 33.8%, Platformer 5.2%, 2D 4.3%, Action 3.8%
- #21 Pale Cinder
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OcO
Windows
Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Souls-like 28.1%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Action-Adventure 5.3%, Atmospheric 5%
- #22 Minoria
83% matchVery Positive81% of 2,592 reviews2019
Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Souls-like 23.7%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Hack and Slash 7.2%, Action 4.6%
- #23 Anokye
81% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Mills Media
Windows
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 40.5%, Souls-like 29%, Indie 4.4%, Story Rich 4.4%, Multiple Endings 3.5%
- #24 Mendacium
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Souls-like 28%, Hack and Slash 8.8%, 2D Platformer 6.5%, Fantasy 5.3%
- #25 DREIFRAME
80% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: MrDrone
Windows
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 38.1%, Souls-like 30.9%, Multiple Endings 4.8%, Story Rich 4.6%, Platformer 4.1%
- #26 Arcana Dimension
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FlexDevelop
Windows
This is the story of two girls, Saki and Kaede, who have been transferred to the magic world of "Ecstasia". In order to return home, the girls engage in mortal combat against "magic weapons". Make use of a wide variety of magic and the cooperation between the two girls to defeat powerful enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Souls-like 26.5%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Female Protagonist 7.3%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #27 Briar Flame
78% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: HappyDoodz Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 36.9%, Souls-like 30.4%, 2D Platformer 6.7%, Atmospheric 5.5%, Action-Adventure 3.9%
- #28 Intertwined
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VoidNode
Windows · Mac
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 35%, Souls-like 28.8%, Female Protagonist 6.5%, 2D Platformer 5.2%, Atmospheric 3.9%
- #29 Dimension Rift Zero
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MrDyvik
Windows
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 33.6%, Souls-like 29.4%, Atmospheric 5.4%, Story Rich 5.4%, 2D Platformer 5%
- #30 Tairo: Lost In Time
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Philuma
Windows
Tairo: Lost In Time is a 3D stylized metroidvania following Tairo, a young time weaver lost in a forgotten realm. Explore a big lively world, full with mysteries to solve, wide range of bosses, creatures and forgotten knights. Shape your journey downwards, manipulating time to reveal your past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46%, Souls-like 39.5%, Action 3.4%, Action-Adventure 3%, Indie 2.7%
- #31 Akatori
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast Games
Windows
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 30.7%, Souls-like 26%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Female Protagonist 6.6%, Story Rich 5.5%
- #32 Anatine
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows · Mac
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 35.8%, Souls-like 30.9%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Atmospheric 5.6%, Action 3.7%
- #33 Go Alone
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: orobi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, Souls-like 33.8%, Action-Adventure 4.3%, Atmospheric 4.1%, Action 4.1%
- #34 Cantirium: God Slayer
76% matchMixed56% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Nekod team
Windows · Mac · Linux
A colorful metroidvania in which you must help catgirl save a world on the brink of destruction, honing your exploration and combat skills in epic battles to challenge the gods themselves!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Souls-like 14.6%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Atmospheric 6.1%, Story Rich 5.9%
- #35 Benders of Moona
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lincoln Charlles BorgesPub: Tao Team
Windows
Discover the power of healing through the pursuit of mastery in the art of waterbending. Learn new skills, explore a living world full of riddles and mysteries that plague the peace between the material and spiritual world. A hand-drawn 2d platformer inspired by digital oil painting.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Souls-like 24.7%, Story Rich 8.4%, Fantasy 8.2%, Platformer 4.5%
- #36 Deer Crusade
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Black Coffee Studio
Windows
Recover scattered gem shards in this puzzle-filled, exploration-driven Metroidvania to restore balance and return home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Souls-like 24.5%, Multiple Endings 7%, Story Rich 6.2%, Female Protagonist 6%
- #37 Second Works
73% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: #Sharp
Windows
『Second Works』 is a 2D platform action-adventure game set in a sci-fi fantasy world based on biotechnology. Enjoy the unique atmosphere created by colorful anime-style graphics and the thrilling experience of high-difficulty action.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Souls-like 24.2%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Action 7.3%
- #38 Saga of Yurina
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SubCulture Dev
Windows
A 2D action platformer of graceful duels and perfect parries under the falling sakura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Souls-like 26.7%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Female Protagonist 6.4%
- #39 Lightwood
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unfixed Brain
Windows
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 40.3%, Souls-like 31.4%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Story Rich 5.7%, Action 4%
- #40 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: Innocent Soul
Windows
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 33.5%, Souls-like 29.3%, Story Rich 6.3%, Multiple Endings 6.2%, Atmospheric 4.9%
- #41 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
71% matchVery Positive92% of 3,067 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 31.3%, Souls-like 22.4%, Female Protagonist 7.3%, Fantasy 6.1%, Action-Adventure 5.7%
- #42 A Field of Flowers
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ikiruska Studios
Windows
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 34.6%, Souls-like 29.6%, 2D Platformer 10%, Female Protagonist 6.8%, Story Rich 5.2%
- #43 Necrowave
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arfhis The Wizard
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the emotional life of a zombie with his butt stuck in a microwave. It's 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 32.7%, Souls-like 25.9%, Emotional 10.4%, Multiple Endings 6.4%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #44 SHADE Protocol
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Legendary
Windows · Linux
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 36%, Souls-like 30.4%, Multiple Endings 6.5%, Story Rich 5.9%, Atmospheric 4.8%
- #45 Crownless
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Wallnut
Windows
Carry your life as a fragile crown in Crownless! An epic action adventure built for exploration and punchy combat. Explore a vast hand-crafted 2D world, uncover forgotten realms, and dash, swim, and forge your way through the unknown.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, Souls-like 29%, Platformer 5%, Action 4.7%, Action-Adventure 4%
- #46 Dark Watcher
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matsapura Games
Windows
Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Souls-like 22%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Emotional 9.6%, Action-Adventure 5.6%
- #47 LUNARIS
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Richard BuenoPub: Two Void Studios
Windows
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 37.4%, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 7.9%, Multiple Endings 5.3%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #48 Spellforged
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bewx
Windows
Forge your magical journey through the world of Syntheria in this action, adventure, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Souls-like 28.5%, Fantasy 5.2%, Magic 5.1%, Action 4.1%
- #49 Uncured
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: EndRealm
Windows · Mac · Linux
Uncured, Unhinged, Unyielding. In this unique roguelike platformer you slash your path through masses of infectuous beasts, relentless constructs of steel, and corrupt militaries that stand between you and the antivirus. Begin your journey to the heart of the capital before the time runs out.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Souls-like 26.8%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 5.2%
- #50 ARO: Tales In The Dome
69% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: 60K Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
"ARO: Tales in the Dome" is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure game. Play as Aro and explore an elemental world sealed beneath the dome. As the journey unfolds, uncover the hidden conspiracy and face the truth about the world, the dome, and yourself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Souls-like 27.1%, 2D Platformer 9%, Multiple Endings 7.2%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #51 Foregone
70% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 32.9%, Souls-like 25.3%, Hack and Slash 7.7%, Female Protagonist 6.1%, Action 4.5%
- #52 Loreninha Paints Dreams and Rainbows
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Eminho & Lorena Team
Windows · Linux
A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Souls-like 30.7%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Fantasy 6.6%, Action-Adventure 4.3%
- #53 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
69% matchVery Positive87% of 98 reviews2023
Dev: The Island Games
Windows
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 30.3%, Souls-like 27.1%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Female Protagonist 6.6%, Multiple Endings 6%
- #54 Solateria
65% matchVery Positive85% of 331 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
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 35.8%, Souls-like 30.6%, 2D Platformer 6.5%, Story Rich 6.4%, Multiple Endings 4.9%
- #55 Enemies Within
68% 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 34.3%, Souls-like 26.8%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Multiple Endings 5.5%, Story Rich 5.1%
- #56 Windmills
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: Poor Locke
Windows
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 31.9%, Souls-like 30.1%, Narration 9.6%, Story Rich 5.8%, Fantasy 5.6%
- #57 DARK SUN (黑暗太阳)
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rou Shan Game
Windows
[DARK SUN] is an action game with 2D black and white graphics. Souls game mode. Explore the post-apocalyptic world after a thousand years, collect weapons, armor, battle techniques, magic, and challenge powerful enemies. Advance through repeated deaths to find the truth of the doomsday.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Souls-like 29.3%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #58 Onchu
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Banana Moon Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 30%, Souls-like 26.1%, Multiple Endings 6.3%, Fantasy 5.7%, Atmospheric 5.1%
- #59 Lillusion
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: The Night Owls
Windows
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 27.8%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Multiple Endings 6.7%, Action-Adventure 5.3%
- #60 Runic Curse Remastered
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
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 38.7%, Souls-like 31.9%, Fantasy 7.2%, Action 5.1%, Action-Adventure 4.1%