- #1 DurDanto
97% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Shihan KhanPub: DevsLair Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 34%, Roguelite 17.3%, Roguelike 11.5%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action Roguelike 6.9%
- #2 Betrayer: Curse of the Spine
96% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: Triple Ch3rry StudiosPub: Proponent Games
Windows
Betrayer: Curse of the Spine is an Action-Adventure Metroidvania. The game features decision making, crafting, fast-paced combat, multiple endings, intricate storytelling, an open world to explore, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Roguelite 12.1%, Roguelike 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
- #3 Even Heroes Die
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kevyn Jaremko LLC
Windows
Race to find the cure to your mortal illness in this roguelike Metroidvania hybrid.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Action Roguelike 17.1%, Roguelite 13.6%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Roguelike 10.1%
- #4 Skul: The Hero Slayer
95% matchVery Positive93% of 57,659 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.9%, Metroidvania 14.7%, Roguelite 13.9%, Roguelike 13.7%, Side Scroller 7.8%
- #5 Undying Soul
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MipuDevs
Windows
Undying Soul is a 2D action roguelite focused on fluid combat, character swapping, and broken build crafting. Choose your allies, combine their abilities, discover powerful synergies and adapt your playstyle to overcome deadly foes and reclaim your shattered soul.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.9%, Roguelite 20.7%, Metroidvania 16.2%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Roguelike 8.5%
- #6 Pandash
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Laaab Games
Windows
Pandash is a rogue-lite platformer with different perks to discover and balance their powers. On your search for peace for your world, you wander through different areas, which will change every run. You need to get strong enough and unlock everything to survive and reach your destination.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Action Roguelike 15.6%, Roguelite 11.6%, Roguelike 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.7%
- #7 Red's Ascent
93% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Özgür ÇallıPub: Bitmon Studios
Windows
Red's Ascent will take you on a challenging journey with an action-packed roguelike loop. Every death is an opportunity to respawn and try again, stronger than before. As you battle various enemies in different environments, you'll uncover the reasons behind your actions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Action Roguelike 17%, Side Scroller 15.8%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Roguelike 9.9%
- #8 Rogue Worlds
92% matchVery Positive93% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Rogue Worlds is a chaotic tactical roguelite platformer where you wield the environment and creative abilities to overcome challenges. Outwit powerful guardians and blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths! This is the Lite edition of Aura of Worlds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Side Scroller 14%, Roguelike 13.3%, Roguelite 11.1%, Action Roguelike 10.9%
- #9 SOULGRAVE
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: bromanguy
Windows
SOULGRAVE is a character-driven action roguelike where you create wild builds, explore ever-changing dungeons, and battle brutal bosses with puzzle-like, telegraphed mechanics. Restore a shattered world... or doom it forever.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Roguelite 13.2%, Roguelike 13.1%, Side Scroller 12.8%
- #10 Gun Miner
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Return To Adventure Mountain
Windows
Gun Miner is a rogue-lite where you explore the ever-changing caves of a mysterious planet. Dig up treasure with your void-blaster rifle. Spend any loot you find on upgrades for your suit, for your gun, or for your ship. Yes you will die a lot, but each turn makes you a tiny bit more powerful.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.2%, Roguelike 16.4%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Roguelite 13%, Platformer 11.7%
- #11 Rogue Legacy
90% matchVery Positive92% of 18,856 reviews2013
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rogue Legacy is a genealogical rogue-"LITE" where anyone can be a hero. Each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might be a dwarf with vertigo. But that's OK, because no one is perfect, and you don't have to be to succeed.
Why similar: Roguelike 24.5%, Platformer 21.2%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Metroidvania 16.5%, Roguelite 5.9%
- #12 Dark Scrolls
89% matchMixed60% of 159 reviews2026
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Dark Scrolls is a fantasy-themed action platformer that fuses shmup-style chaos with roguelite progression and is packed with charm, challenge, and secrets.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.2%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Roguelite 13.5%, Roguelike 13.3%, Platformer 11.2%
- #13 Spud Legends
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Beijing Gaishi Potato Technology Co., Ltd
Windows
Spud Legends is a Metroidvania-style Roguelike. You control a glorious potato fighting the evil tomato army in procedurally generated stages. Face every kind of ferocious tomato, defeat mighty bosses, and rescue your kidnapped friend, the 'Tasty Star'!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Action Roguelike 21.6%, Roguelite 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12%, Roguelike 10.8%
- #14 The Ashen OZ
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ashbone GamesPub: RED BRICK HOUSE
Windows
A fast-paced dark fantasy action roguelite where you chain attacks and parries into fluid, combo-driven combat through a twisted fairytale world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Action Roguelike 18.2%, Roguelite 13.4%, Side Scroller 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.3%
- #15 GODSCALE
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PixelCrown Games
Windows
GODSCALE is a 2D pixel art action roguelike set in an ancient Egyptian tomb. Face monsters, deadly traps, and powerful curses while managing blades, spells, and artifacts. Upgrade abilities in the Book of the Dead, collect Ankh tokens, and master the crypt to claim the gods' power.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Roguelike 11.2%, Roguelite 11.1%
- #16 Beastfall
86% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2026
Dev: Raven GamesPub: Raven Label
Windows
Beastfall: Pure Boss Rush × Roguelite. No minions, no mobs — every encounter is a meticulously crafted boss fight. Hone your combat style in fast-paced duels of life and death. On a journey of redemption and revenge, meet gods with conflicting loyalties, and uncover the buried truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Action Roguelike 21.5%, Roguelike 15.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #17 Blade Assault
86% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,299 reviews2022
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Blade Assault is a 2D action rogue-lite platformer with beautiful pixel art set in a desolate sci-fi world. Fight against the corrupt military of Esperanza as part of the resistance force of the Undercity. Bring the corrupt to justice by becoming stronger and fighting alongside your trusty comrades.
Why similar: Roguelike 16.2%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Roguelite 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12%, Action Roguelike 11.3%
- #18 Aura of Worlds
85% matchVery Positive91% of 151 reviews2024
Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Aura of Worlds is a chaotic, creative tactics rogue-lite platformer. Explore multiple dangerous worlds where you utilize creative abilities & wield the environment to your advantage. Blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths & outwit powerful guardians!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Roguelike 14.4%, Action Roguelike 12.3%, Roguelite 12.2%
- #19 Homelessvania
84% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: RomanPub: GOBBOGOES
Windows
Fight for your rights as a homeless person in this mini Metroidvania SPEEDRUNNER.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Roguelike 13.4%, Platformer 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.2%
- #20 Transiruby
83% matchVery Positive92% of 309 reviews2021
Dev: SKIPMOREPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
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 39%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Platformer 8%
- #21 Matcha Warriors
84% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Sideral Creations
Windows
Matcha Warriors is an action platformer game with roguelike elements, where the player crosses the most varied environments fighting against monsters, barbarians and supernatural entities. Use the warrior's power and bring back the amulet, the world needs you!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Roguelite 17.1%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 11.1%
- #22 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
82% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: SpoonweaverPub: Spoonweaver Studios
Windows
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 10%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #23 Conquisterra Roguelie
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IlustreversoPub: Gigantic G
Windows
A 2D roguelike about escaping a dungeon nightmare, and choosing between a comforting lie or a painful truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Action Roguelike 18.2%, Roguelite 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Roguelike 9.9%
- #24 Freddy Hardest: Z Planet
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GAMEZ-STUDIOPub: Gamez-Studio
Windows
Freddy Hardest returns as a lethal weapon to face the zombie apocalypse in New York.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Roguelike 16.1%, Side Scroller 12%, Action Roguelike 11.1%, Platformer 9.1%
- #25 Vagneria
79% matchMixed65% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: Vagner da Rocha Santos
Windows
In Vagneria, dive into an immersive gaming experience with randomly generated stages, exciting exploration, building mechanics, and thrilling battles. Get ready to become the hero the world needs!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Roguelike 14.8%, Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #26 Dino
81% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Russell Matney
Windows · Mac · Linux
Short 2D games in an open-source Godot project. The games are procedurally generated and feature platforming and top-down gameplay. Originally a monorepo with multiple game jam submissions, Dino has been refactored into a sandbox for exploring and experimenting with new game mechanics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Action Roguelike 22.3%, Side Scroller 18.2%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 7.4%
- #27 Honor Mice
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Torerit Studios
Windows
Dash, slash, and shoot through handcrafted levels across vibrant worlds in a fast-paced action platformer! Stop the forces of evil from stealing your mysterious lunch and uncover the destiny that awaits you!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Side Scroller 22.5%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 9.6%, Action-Adventure 6%
- #28 Rogue Explorer
79% matchMixed55% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Zoo Corporation
Windows
Pixel Art Hack & Slash Roguelike Action! Do you dare to discover what awaits you deep in the abyss? Explore randomly generated dungeons in a roguelike action experience. Hack and slash enemies, acquire loot, and obtain enhancements to your existing equipment. Start your exploration now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Action Roguelike 21.4%, Roguelite 14.6%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #29 迷宮のドールポリス
77% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: かべろくん
Windows
It's an action game where you advance through a mysterious dungeon whose shape changes every time you enter, while strengthening the functions of your aircraft.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.3%, Roguelike 15.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Roguelite 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.7%
- #30 Immortals Must Die
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: CharlesPGames
Windows
Slay demons in another multiverse as you look for the seals to unlock your divine powers, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Roguelite 16.7%, Roguelike 13.2%, Platformer 10.6%
- #31 Axiom Verge 2
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 978 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Side Scroller 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Action 8.3%
- #32 Abyss Odyssey
78% matchMixed63% of 2,539 reviews2014
Dev: ACE TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
From indie Chilean developer ACE Team comes a new side-scrolling action adventure game featuring a complex fighting engine in procedurally generated levels that destines its three warriors to battle a different abyss each time! Choose your hero and also learn to possess your enemies in the abyss…
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.5%, Metroidvania 17.4%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Platformer 12.9%, Roguelike 10%
- #33 ZERO//DECAY
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: yuvitzgames
Windows · Linux
ZERO//DECAY is a frantic roguelite action-platformer where you play as an unstable nucleus racing toward stability. Dash through bullet hell, collect epic mutations, build wild synergies — or die fast and try again.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.6%, Roguelike 17.5%, Platformer 14%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Roguelite 13.3%
- #34 Keena The Voidslayer
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crowning Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2-D action adventure platformer where you can absorb and manipulate things with your friend Moku. You can use different abilities to explore and interact with the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Side Scroller 16.6%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #35 Castleborne Survivors
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 47 reviews2026
Dev: GameVerse
Windows · Mac
A survivors-like game with side-scrolling action combat. Slash, dodge, and mow down endless monsters in a gothic horror castle. Upgrade with every choice, snowball out of control, and survive until the very end.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Action Roguelike 20%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Roguelite 11.4%, 2D Platformer 11.3%
- #36 Cirrata
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aaron Ingersoll
Windows
Cirrata is a fast-paced rogue-lite, Metroidvania inspired action-platformer. Play as Kier, a red panda chef turned warrior, battling through an ever-changing world. Wield your trusty chef’s knife and a growing arsenal to slice enemies, uncover secrets, and forge your own path.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Roguelite 16.2%, Roguelike 11.9%, 2D Platformer 10.6%
- #37 Seed Hunter 猎源
75% matchMixed67% of 403 reviews2020
Dev: Wolf KnightPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Seed Hunter is a 2D Platformer with Roguelite element. You’re the alien finding the missing source around universe, but you get into some trouble on the planet of Earth.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.5%, Roguelite 17.7%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Roguelike 12%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #38 Randomverse: Expedition
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Randaro
Windows
Randomverse: Expedition is an experimental platformer game with randomized elements that will test your luck. Explore procedurally generated levels, loot chests, fight monsters that can end your expedition in a single hit, and secure your items for future adventures.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.2%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Roguelite 15%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Roguelike 10.7%
- #39 Flinthook
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 844 reviews2017
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Live the life of space captain Flinthook! Armed with your mighty hookshot, your uncanny slow-motion powers and your trusty blasma pistol, plunder and fight your way through an infinite variety of randomly-assembled spaceships for treasure, loot and fame!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.8%, Roguelite 16.3%, Roguelike 14.1%, Platformer 10.8%, Action 7%
- #40 The Elderseed
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Talebound Games
Windows
Embark on an epic action adventure by unraveling the mystery of the Elder Seed and save the world from falling into chaos. Journey with Milo through colorful handcrafted lands, forests, caves and dungeons. Forge new weapons and encounter strange creatures who will help you throughout your journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Side Scroller 16.8%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #41 Slimeicide
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Budget Company
Windows
A roguelike tower-climbing fast-paced platformer combat game where you fight enemy slimes with an arsenal of weapons. Shake your bag of weapons, draw a new weapon, fight with it until it breaks, repeat.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.1%, Roguelite 19.9%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Roguelike 12.7%, Platformer 11.4%
- #42 Hazy Monochrome Wand
72% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: S_Case
Windows
A roguelite action game drawn in black and white pixel art. Operate a magic wand that uses actions such as "time stagnation", "time leap", and "explosion magic", Break through randomly connected dungeons
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.8%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Roguelite 18.3%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Action 6.8%
- #43 EXCEED GEAR
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Starpixel Studios
Windows
A 2D rogue-lite anime action game, focused on combos and freedom of expression. Build synergistic combos through mind-blowing modifiers and combat upgrades each run. Fight through hordes of Valkyries and become the savior of the E.X.C.E.E.D program!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Action Roguelike 23.8%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.6%
- #44 The Smoke
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vino VenitasPub: Eternally Forward Games
Windows
The Smoke is a 2D Metroidvania where players wield a gun to disperse the smoke that threatens to engulf the world. Explore a world filled with hidden pathways and treacherous chambers. Blast away enemies, clear toxic clouds, and unlock new abilities. Stop the darkness before it swallows everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Side Scroller 17%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
- #45 Velvet Veil
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MoonBloom Studios
Windows
Velvet Veil is a 2D Metroidvania-style Action Adventure with elements of Bullet Hell and unique platforming Mechanics. Ages after a forgotten apocalypse only the dolls of a humanoid species remain. These dolls come to life through the power of memories.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Platformer 8.2%
- #46 Variance
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Realm Studios
Windows · Mac
Variance is a free-to-play Anime Roguelite RPG. Play as Ella, as she battles through relentless foes, explores new levels, and masters powerful abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 12%, 2D Platformer 10.1%
- #47 Legends Of Elementia
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PiqFocus Interactive
Windows
10 elements. 10 heroes. 10 elemental Ultimate Forms. Only a true element bender can master them all. Switch heroes mid-battle and unleash devastating transformations in this fast-paced roguelite Action-RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Roguelite 14.1%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Platformer 9.4%
- #48 Restless Lands
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Crackin'
Windows
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 32.2%, Side Scroller 16%, Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, 2D Platformer 8.2%
- #49 Clean Energy Creatures
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Clean Energy Fun
Windows
Clean Energy Creatures is an action packed platformer about cute, disc-golf loving, alien creatures summoned to earth to install solar panels, battle the Coal Chunk Chuckers and survive the impacts of climate disasters along the way.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Side Scroller 17.4%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #50 Corrupt Eldritch Order
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WolverineSoft StudioPub: WolverineSoft
Windows · Mac
Play as an assassin hired to complete a job in a dark city filled with corrupted beasts. A 2D Action-platformer where each level will test your will, ingenuity, and resourcefulness as you wade through beasts on your journey to complete your job.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Action 11.7%
- #51 Harvester of the dead
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TOMAGameStudio
Windows
Uncover the dark story of the 'Harvester of the Dead' in this pixel art Metroidvania. Battle infernal bosses, explore mysterious worlds, gain experience, and unlock powerful spells as you fight to close the gates of hell!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Roguelike 13.4%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
- #52 RRRR3
70% matchPositive81% of 31 reviews2019
Dev: Dnovel
Windows
An action adventure in the roguelike style with a few puzzles.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.7%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Roguelike 19%, Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 9.7%
- #53 Kitty Cat Castle
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Robot, DESTROY!
Windows · Mac
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 38.4%, Side Scroller 19.6%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 8.6%, Cute 6.5%
- #54 Halved
68% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Ace Velazquez
Windows
Halved is a roguelike action RPG game with only a handful of levels and gamemodes but innumerable possibilities for each run. Play as one of 5 characters and traverse the dangerous parts of the world with the help of the mysterious Father of all Machines against his rebel/tyrant son, S.A.N.E.D..
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.5%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Roguelite 14.7%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Roguelike 11.5%
- #55 9 Years of Shadows
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,382 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Platformer 12.3%, Action Roguelike 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #56 Uncured
67% 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 31%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Roguelike 11.6%, Platformer 9.6%
- #57 Bread Adventure
66% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 42.6%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Action 4.9%
- #58 Rabbit's Tale
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Golden Bug Studios
Windows
Rabbit’s Tale, a hand-drawn metroidvania roguelike. Play as a Rabbit in search of his kidnapped family, but along the way something mysterious happens: you get lost in a purple Void, a procedural world where dying is permanent. A Venom-like creature tags along. You bound by survival.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #59 Shroomwalker
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rise Dev
Windows
A roguelite metroidvania set in a hidden realm kept from you for years. Explore, fight, and evolve as a fungal wanderer able to absorb the abilities of your enemies to survive in a world decaying from within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Action Roguelike 19.8%, Roguelite 12.6%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%