Games Like The Tale of Azu

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 27.4%, Cats 15.8%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 6.5%

A metropolis crumbles into ruin as powerful Barons satisfy their greed upon souls lost in time. You are but one spirit, with a wooden body left to rot in the wild…

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Platformer 15.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Exploration 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 7%

You are Hemwick, ex-witch hunter, chasing an ancient artifact: the Grim Heart. Ready your arsenal and survive brutal encounters in a handcrafted 2D pixel-art world. Your expertise is your greatest weapon and, ultimately, the difference between life and death.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Platformer 7.7%, Atmospheric 7.2%, Roguelite 6.7%

DurDanto is a metroidvania game where you play as Zubok in a fallen city with beautiful pixel art environments while facing different enemies. Use elemental abilities to uncover secrets of the fallen city, overcome the enemies & roguelike dungeons by skills & spells!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Roguelite 17.4%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Fantasy 4.6%

Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Fantasy 6.5%

Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Cats 23.7%, Platformer 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, 2D 3.7%

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 42.7%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Exploration 7.5%, Story Rich 4.9%

Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.9%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Fantasy 7.5%

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 34.6%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, PvE 10.4%, Exploration 8.4%

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 38.5%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Story Rich 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Atmospheric 7.2%

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 34.7%, Cats 13.8%, Platformer 13%, Exploration 6.4%, PvE 5.4%

Platform by biting other creatures in this mouthful of a Metroidvania! Explore a vast, interconnected world where the only challenge that stands in your way is tough puzzle platforming and winding routes. A truly Bite Sized Metroidvania experience.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Platformer 19.7%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Fantasy 6.3%

Wynn has traveled to this dying Kingdom of Alara because she heard a powerful Wizard has taken in her twin sister Eira. Explore the world that has been subjected by the Wizard and his five apprentices and discover enough power ups to find and kill Eira

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.3%, Platformer 16.8%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Adventure 6.6%

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 39.2%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Exploration 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action-Adventure 7.3%

Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Platformer 7.1%, Story Rich 5.7%

A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!

Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 17.6%, Exploration 8.9%, 2D Platformer 7.4%, Adventure 5%

Two girls travelling through the desert, fighting monsters and solving puzzles. An action-adventure exploration-based platformer game with lots of sidequests and more secrets than you will ever find.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Platformer 15.9%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

Roll through a living underground forest as a snail-cat . Explore root-tangled caverns where day fades into firefly-lit nights, meet the creatures who live below, and uncover what hides deeper in the dark.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Platformer 16.7%, Cats 16.3%, 2D Platformer 12%, Atmospheric 5%

Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, 2D Platformer 12%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Platformer 7.5%, Atmospheric 6.7%

I wake beneath the ruins of a world built on dreams. I descend the shattered Tower, explore forgotten biomes, master ancient combat techniques, and face the consequences of my absence. Beautiful metroidvania about identity, guilt, and choice after the collapse of a powerful civilization.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 7.4%, Story Rich 6%

A fantastical, atmospheric Metroidvania platformer where you jump, fight, and expand your abilities to escape your exile and confront the beastly Queen who banished you. But will this fairy-tale end with you becoming a hero, or a beast?

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Exploration 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%

Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Platformer 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Atmospheric 7.5%, Action-Adventure 5.6%

For Mercuri, a girl who fell into a fallen kingdom, everything is overwhelming. She digs deeper into the depths of the kingdom with the help of Golem Hando. Take down the enemies in front of you with TAG-ACTION that alternates between two characters and continue your exploration!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Platformer 15.6%, PvE 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Fantasy 7.2%

Dig through an odd world full of dangerous creatures. Uncover hidden paths and long-buried secrets. Dirtlight is a metroidvania where the journey runs deep, and offers unexpected ways to explore.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Platformer 15.3%, Exploration 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Action-Adventure 4.5%

A cute, Metroidvania platformer about cats and aliens: you are a cat defending a castle from waves of enemies. When the going gets too tough, head out and explore the world to find powerful artifacts to aid in the castle's defenses. Enjoy a handcrafted world, story, and super-cute kitten NPCs.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Cats 16.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 9.9%, PvE 9.6%

Hell Being is a metroidvania where the player explores hell as a hell-born creature, face its challenges and monsters to unlock new powers and find a way out from the injustice of being born in this place.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Platformer 13.8%, PvE 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action-Adventure 5.2%

Stoatman is an exciting Metroidvania adventure where you control a brave hero with a magical sword. Explore mysterious lands, discover powerful spells, and battle fantastic creatures in an enchanting fairy-tale world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Platformer 15.4%, Fantasy 8.3%, Atmospheric 8.1%, Exploration 5.9%

Become Strong And Reclaim What You Lost! Artifacts is a 2D adventure platformer set in an ancient interconnected kingdom littered with powerful relics. Collect synergistic artifacts to challenge the mighty, corrupted foes that lurk beneath the ground.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Roguelite 17.5%, Platformer 9.9%, Atmospheric 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

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 43.8%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Exploration 7.3%

Naru-Morph! is a 2D action platformer featuring a morphing gimmick.Utilize various abilities unique to each morph to explore the world, defeat fierce enemies, and to reach the Heavens!

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Platformer 15.6%, PvE 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%, Fantasy 4.8%

Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Platformer 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Action-Adventure 5.4%

A metroidvania platformer set in a bizarre world. Master unique abilities and combine them in creative ways to overcome challenges over a hundred hand crafted levels. Speed through to find the fastest route or explore at your own pace to unlock everything — a tough but rewarding adventure awaits.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.4%, Platformer 19.2%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Fantasy 6.6%

Ember Journey of Clinbo This is a fantasy, pixel-art Metroidvania-style game. You are Clinbo, the only "transgressor" robot to possess a soul in a limbo between life and death—a realm where countless souls are judged by a single standard: "Harmony."

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Exploration 9%, Story Rich 5.2%

In this metroidvania platformer originally made for NES, play as mole digging your way with great agility through deep caverns, in search of a lost dwarven treasure to repay your debts.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Platformer 7.9%, Exploration 7%

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 42.7%, Platformer 12.6%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Fantasy 5.8%

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 34.3%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, PvE 11%, Exploration 7.3%

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 37.6%, Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Fantasy 7%, Exploration 6.4%

A humble farmer sets out to rescue his chicken from monstrous abductors. Punch, slash, and parkour your way through elemental-infused chaos in this fast-paced 2D action-platformer!

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Platformer 16%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 7%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.7%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 5.5%, 2D 5.4%, Adventure 4.9%

This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Platformer 15.2%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Adventure 4.9%

A 2D pixel-like Metrovania game, exploring the game world with a unique atmosphere. In a mysterious and huge tree world, as time goes by, trees and plants have withered, the ecology has become worse, life has become scarce, and who will save the world that is about to break.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Adventure 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.4%, Platformer 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Action-Adventure 5.1%

Traverse a broken empire to help the people and learn the truth. Discover items and combine them in new ways to destroy obstacles or enemies as you explore both side-scrolling and top-down perspective areas. Set out on an action/adventure journey.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Platformer 16.2%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Adventure 6.4%

Zebulon the cat is lost in a strange place, but he has a lot of courage and curiosity quickly replaces fear as he explores and unravels the world around him. It also helps that smelly green food is everywhere to grab!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Cats 24.3%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8%

Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 10.1%, Fantasy 6.1%

Play as Kaila, a young girl determined to rescue her mother from the clutches of Graygar, the Grey Soul. Explore a vast world, uncover secrets, unlock powerful abilities, and face challenging bosses on a journey to the Underworld. Are you ready to defy Death itself?

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Platformer 13%, 2D Platformer 13%, Fantasy 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

Gastova is a lighthearted 2D platform adventure game. As the Guardian Witch of Arkana, Gastova must keep the balance of magic, solve a mystery involving the elemental fount guardians, discover hidden truths, and protect the future of her world from ominous forces before it's too late...

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Cats 14.8%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

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 38.1%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Exploration 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

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 35.2%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Exploration 7.1%

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 37.6%, Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, 2D Platformer 9%, Fantasy 7.2%

Story driven Metroidvania-ish challenging platformer with cute hand-drawn graphics and a focus on exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Exploration 9.1%, Story Rich 6.9%

Bladeforged: The Seventh Sword is a fast-paced 2D pixel art Metroidvania. Wield a versatile guardian blade and a high-tech bracelet to execute fluid combo cancels, parry ruthless abstract enemies, and explore the interconnected world of Regis to stop a cosmic multiversal invasion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Platformer 17.5%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Adventure 6.9%

Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Cats 20.5%, Platformer 9.4%, Atmospheric 7.2%, Exploration 7%

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 33.8%, Platformer 13.4%, Story Rich 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, 2D Platformer 7.4%

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 38.4%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 7.3%, Atmospheric 6.7%

Florarium is a Metroidvania game focused on exploration and battle. Explore the mysterious world full of unexpected secrets. Battle fierce enemies with your bow. Choose your own path to your goddess in the vast, interconnected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, Platformer 15.5%, Exploration 8.7%, Story Rich 8.3%, Atmospheric 5.7%

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 40.1%, Platformer 15%, Cats 14.5%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Exploration 9.3%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Exploration 6.8%