- #1 Panzer War : Definitive Edition
97% matchVery Positive84% of 1,388 reviews2018
Dev: WindyVerse
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 66.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Panzer War delivers intense tank combat, featuring a realistic damage system where every hit counts. Skip the grind—access all tanks instantly and dive into battle. Unleash your creativity with the Tank and Map Designer, crafting custom scenarios for endless gameplay possibilities.
Why similar: World War I 37.3% ★, Tanks 30.3% ★, World War II 26.9% ★, Casual 2.6%, Action 2.1%
- #2 EXIL
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mystic Clockwork Studio
Windows
A Mystical Anime-Inspired Metroidvania. Embark on an adventure through a mystical world full of magical creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Post-apocalyptic 16.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Hand-drawn 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #3 Spider Dynasty
96% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Zhiwu Game
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as a spider free from traditional platforming limits. Crawl across curved surfaces, web-swing through a web-woven aerial kingdom, battle corrupted creatures on uneven platforms, and uncover the secrets of two royal dynasties and the fall of the silk civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Post-apocalyptic 10.4%, Cartoon 9.3%
- #4 EON: Reset
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team EON Reset
Windows
Explore EON Association in the wake of an apocalyptic disaster. Maneuver the artificial life EON-3033 to battle paranormal entities. Experience an exciting 2D combat in a world where elemental forces exist. Peel back the threads of ambiguous narrative and discover the secrets of time and fate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Lore-Rich 13.7%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #5 Alruna: No Man's Land
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NeckboltPub: Burning Planet Digital
Windows
Give Alruna a gun! A compact, high-density Metroidvania, more non-linear than ever. Create your own path with mutually exclusive upgrades. Living men have no place in this war to end all wars. It is a no man's land.
Why similar: World War I 51.1% ★, Metroidvania 27.9%, 2D Platformer 7%, Action-Adventure 5.2%, Adventure 3.9%
- #6 ARANEA, BREACH!
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CROOSER ENTERTAINMENT
Windows
Control a heavy armored vehicle equipped with the ARANEA Spider-Bionic Module. Use the mechanical climbing system to overcome spatial limitations, dismantle obstacles, collect resources, and install functional modules to adapt your vehicle to ever-changing exploration environments.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 18.9%, Tanks 16.7% ★, Metroidvania 16.6%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Post-apocalyptic 8.1%
- #7 Vitrified
93% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Burning Fort Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Team up with ALAN the robot in this atmospheric post-nuclear metroidvania. Explore and fight your way through a beautiful but deadly post-nuclear wasteland, upgrade ALAN with abilities that unlock new areas, and uncover the secrets of The Worm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Post-apocalyptic 19.7%, Lore-Rich 14.8%, Stylized 8.8%, 2D Platformer 7.5%
- #8 魂途 Xoul
92% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Sounder Studio
Windows
Xoul is a uniquely styled 2D ARPG. You can use the game's distinctive "Custom Combo" feature to create your own chain attacks, defeat various enemies, experience diverse stories, unravel the mysteries of this world—and then make your choice.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Lore-Rich 12.6%, RPG 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #9 Mono
91% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Project Mono
Windows
『Mono』 is a 2D action game set in a monochrome world. Explore the land to enhance your abilities, defeat the formidable foes standing in your way, and resolve the crisis befalling this black-and-white realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Action 8%, Stylized 7.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #10 Peaky Circus
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a broken world filled with masks and monsters in this hand-drawn Metroidvania. Fight strange enemies and twisted bosses with your katana and shotgun umbrella, unlock powerful new abilities, and uncover the truth behind the masks of Peaky Circus.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Post-apocalyptic 11%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #11 Elly
91% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: EmotionalMingo
Windows
A metroidvania style 2D adventure platformer. Speak to the locals, level up your power and seek to find the truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Cartoon 11.4%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Stylized 9.1%
- #12 Chasing the Sky
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VeKa Team
Windows
Chasing the Sky is an epic adventure set on a vast flying island filled with terrifying monsters and mysteries. Explore its world, overcome deadly challenges, and gather a team to survive – all brought to life with classic hand-drawn art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Lore-Rich 16%, Hand-drawn 15.4%, Post-apocalyptic 10.8%, Colorful 4.8%
- #13 Bullet of Armor
89% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Zombie Developer
Windows
Welcome to Bullet of Armor! Bullet of Armor is a shooter game with a 2d that you can play offline. It is a shooter game where you can compete against your enemies on game maps. You can earn more points by making headshots, and you can earn more points by killing more enemies.
Why similar: World War I 43.5% ★, World War II 23.1% ★, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Action 7.1%, Casual 6.5%
- #14 Spirit Fusion
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Adventure 7.4%
- #15 Dewborne Dawn
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mythwalk Studios
Windows
In this new hand-drawn, story-rich metroidvania, explore the last haven of a dying world, and discover the purpose you play in saving it. Shape your own path, fight the all-consuming blight, and help bring hope back to the survivors. Take up the flames of dead gods, and stand firm in Dewborne Dawn!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Hand-drawn 19.3%, Story Rich 8.5%, Atmospheric 8%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #16 Savage Horizons
86% match2 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Insolence Studio
Windows
A compact, exploration-driven metroidvania. Venture across a mysterious island and recover five fragments of a fallen meteor containing a rare and powerful mineral.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.2%, Hand-drawn 17.9%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Atmospheric 7.6%, Colorful 6.8%
- #17 City Defence Artillery
87% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: OA GAME STUDIO
Windows
City defence artillery, the war has begun. Defend cities, upgrade artillery and call in air defense systems.
Why similar: World War I 37.2% ★, World War II 25.1% ★, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 9%, Action 4.4%
- #18 Stickman Trenches
85% matchVery Positive82% of 1,990 reviews2023
Dev: Big Play Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Stickman Trenches is a Real Time Strategy game in which you need to manage your men and weapons and build up your defenses in the brutal trenches of Stick World War 1.
Why similar: World War I 57.9% ★, Tanks 33.5% ★, Action 3.4%, 2D 2.1%, Casual 2%
- #19 Postknight World
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kurechii
Windows
Deliver knightmail across five hand-drawn towns, choose your route through the roads of Prism, and connect the lives of the people you meet. Postknight World is a cozy open-world delivery RPG where every journey brings new discoveries—and every delivery leaves a mark.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, Lore-Rich 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #20 Enu
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ENSO
Windows
Enu is a hand-drawn 2D-Action-Platformer where you play as a Veilkin, traveling between realms by mastering the unique rotation mechanic. Collect, improve and customize a wide array of abilities to defeat enemy hordes and powerful bosses on an epic journey to reunite the realms.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Hand-drawn 14.3%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Lore-Rich 9.2%, Stylized 8.7%
- #21 BERSERK TANK
82% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: WU YU CHENG
Windows
Berserk Tank is a single-player tank shooter. You can pilot a tank to hunt down enemy armor, or team up with allies to hold the line. You can even step up as a commander to direct friendly troops and wipe out the opposition. With no matchmaking required, you can jump straight into the battle!
Why similar: Tanks 45.8% ★, World War II 32.6% ★, RPG 8.2%, Casual 4.4%, Action-Adventure 4.1%
- #22 Twilight Monk
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 379 reviews2025
Dev: Aquatic Moon GamesPub: GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd.
Windows
Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Lore-Rich 15%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Stylized 7.8%
- #23 Panzer Elite Action Gold Edition
84% matchMixed44% of 269 reviews2014
Dev: ZootflyPub: THQ Nordic Mobile
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 36%
The Gold Edition contains both Panzer Elite Action - Fields of Glory and its Dunes Of War expansion!
Why similar: Tanks 57% ★, World War II 35.6% ★, Action 7.4%
- #24 TrenchesWIP
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,627 reviews2019
Dev: Big OOF Games PTY LTDPub: -
Windows
Multiplayer combined-arms first-person shooter set in an alternate history. Build and upgrade bases, harvest resources, construct defenses, purchase weapons and vehicles to overcome the enemy!
Why similar: World War I 57.3% ★, World War II 38.2% ★, Action 3.7%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #25 My Last War
80% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: Prussian Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
My Last War is an experimental World War I kinetic novel about fighting and trying to find meaning in a fallen world. You assume the role of Maria Strauss, a 19-year-old sergeant in the German army who, after experiencing a revealing dream, decides she will do whatever it takes to stop the war.
Why similar: World War I 36.7% ★, Tanks 25.4% ★, Lore-Rich 15.8%, Post-apocalyptic 11.8%, Story Rich 3.8%
- #26 The Forbidden Forest
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Studios
Windows
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 39%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Lore-Rich 13.9%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Atmospheric 6.6%
- #27 Vacoo. The adventure in Garbage city.
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oina Studio
Windows
Single-player 2D platformer with metroidvania and puzzle elements.Discover this amazing new world has been drawn by our artists from scratch.Fend off the enemy, climb into the most secret places, learn the rules of this city and finally save your friend.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Lore-Rich 15.4%, Cartoon 13.4%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #28 Torii: Beyond The Gates
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.8%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Hand-drawn 13.4%, RPG 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #29 Lighthoof
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dryden Thomas Games
Windows
Leap, slash, dash, and ricochet your way through a ruined land in this hand-drawn 2D action-exploration game. Wield your light arrow against vicious foes and unlock new abilities to further explore the mountain of Essa. Along the way, you'll uncover the truth and choose the destiny of Lighthoof Noa.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Lore-Rich 15.2%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Cartoon 9.2%
- #30 Aircraft Evolution
79% matchVery Positive80% of 260 reviews2018
Dev: Satur Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Take part in aerial battles with warplanes from different eras — from World War I to the future. Drop bombs, upgrade your aircraft, and turn enemy bases into rubble in the explosive action game Aircraft Evolution!
Why similar: World War I 36.8% ★, Tanks 27% ★, World War II 25.9% ★, RPG 3.7%, Atmospheric 3.1%
- #31 Souno's Curse
77% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2024
Dev: Kiro TeamPub: PixelHeart
Windows
Embark on a short and emotional journey through a cursed cave in this 2D hand-drawn platformer with action and metroidvania elements. Uncover a touching story about regrets and the value of living the moment
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Lore-Rich 13.5%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #32 Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia
76% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Team Quantum Games
Windows
Clarity is a 2D side scrolling platforming adventure. Choose to face seven demons and acquire their demon sword and demon magic. Each sword and spell, has an elemental strength against a corresponding demon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Cartoon 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Hand-drawn 10.5%
- #33 Robot
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Wu Yao
Windows
This is a role-playing adventure puzzle game, a wonderful and unfamiliar world that requires thinking in order to continue moving forward, exploring the wonders of this game, overcoming various difficulties, and experiencing magical experiences.
Why similar: World War II 39.9% ★, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Adventure 8.9%, Casual 6.8%
- #34 The Dying Mind
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CoderMC
Windows · Mac
The Dying Mind is a story-driven 2D metroidvania where you explore the fractured mind of a young writer, battle symbolic enemies, and uncover lost memories in a race between life and death.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Stylized 8.5%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #35 Chibits
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PhatRobit
Windows · Mac
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 43.6%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Post-apocalyptic 15.7%, Story Rich 5.7%, Action 4.6%
- #36 lil: Essence of Life
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BananaFox
Windows · Mac
A hand-drawn Metroidvania focused on exploration, combat, and progression through essence absorption, evolving weapons, and player-driven balance choices.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Hand-drawn 16.2%, Lore-Rich 15.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Story Rich 7.6%
- #37 Blessing Part I
73% matchPositive93% of 43 reviews2025
Dev: MalfunctionGhost
Windows
Play as Lowe, a vengeful swordsman in a world shrouded in loneliness and despair. Wield your greatsword, slay monsters as a mortal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, RPG 10.7%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #38 The Czar is Dead
73% matchVery Positive91% of 112 reviews2024
Dev: Машина РадостьPub: Grable Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Czar is Dead is a visual novel in the setting of the Russian Empire. Help the last russian emperor save his soul, life and country.
Why similar: World War I 65.2% ★, Hand-drawn 19.5%, Atmospheric 8.1%, 2D 5.3%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #39 11-11 Memories Retold
74% matchVery Positive86% of 2,109 reviews2018
Dev: Aardman AnimationsPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
11th November 1916, a young photographer leaves Canada to join the western front in Europe. The same day, a German technician is told that his son is missing in action. Both want to preserve their humanity and come back alive to their loved ones.
Why similar: World War I 75.3% ★, Story Rich 6.9%, Adventure 5.6%, Casual 4.4%, Stylized 3.4%
- #40 Fly to hope
74% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Huhi Games
Windows
Fly to hope is a platformer action game. Use your shotgun and machete to overcome enemies. Fight with strong bosses and collect 3 missing part of your aircraft.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Post-apocalyptic 18.1%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action-Adventure 5.2%
- #41 💥Tanks on the Eastern Front💥
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SupaGames
Windows
Tanks On The Eastern Front is an arcade-tactical game. Player moves his tank trying to hit enemy tanks. A hit on the side or rear armour gives best results. Campaign focuses on the biggest and most bloody battles of the German-Soviet war.
Why similar: Tanks 50.1% ★, World War II 42.2% ★, Action 3.5%, Casual 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #42 Pentaquin: Deeds Of Twilight
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Terovania
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your sister from your father's dark fate and plunge into a hand-painted 2D adventure with exciting battles and a deep, captivating story in "Pentaquin: Deeds Of Twilight". Master various skills and discover a fantastic world.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 16.1%, Hand-drawn 16%, Metroidvania 13.8%, Lore-Rich 11.5%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #43 Black Tear
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nguyen Van Tuan
Windows
A dark 2D action-adventure with fast-paced hack and slash combat, deep exploration, and a branching story where every choice leads to a different ending.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Cartoon 12.9%, Lore-Rich 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10%
- #44 Shining Symbol
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 小桨哥
Windows
This is a galactic castlevania-type game, based on the design of four elephants and twenty-eight stars as the boss, four scenes, five attribute skills, and a variety of gem abilities waiting for you to unlock.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Hand-drawn 10%, Action 5.1%
- #45 Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Myrwood Games
Windows
Fall of Gorithia: Nym's Fate is a 2D action adventure set in the ancient land of Gorithia. Go from simple thief to magic wielding warrior as you battle your way through the fallen kingdom on your quest to find your lost brother in this sprawling fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Lore-Rich 17.4%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Atmospheric 7%
- #46 Hero The FaceLess
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CottonTan
Windows
This is a hybrid of fast combat and light rhythm game with roguelike progression. Each run you will hack through monstrous hordes, craft your own unique weapons, and collect different relics. Uncover the TrailBlazers’ secrets, and rise as the Sanctuary’s hero to save all...or Fail
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Lore-Rich 16.6%, Hand-drawn 12%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Atmospheric 5.9%
- #47 Humani Project
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PrinceAldenGames
Windows
A story-driven, linear Metroidvania set 400 years after the Human-Robot wars of 199X. Hunted by machines and forced into pockets of semi-civilization, the remaining humans are being repurposed into living batteries. Will you be next?
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Post-apocalyptic 13%, Lore-Rich 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 8.7%
- #48 Wurzeltiefe
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: AEV Studios
Windows
A compact, painterly metroidvania: a 2–3 hour descent into the Rootdeep. Explore 26 painted caverns, earn five abilities, face two guardians — then chase your own best time with the built-in speedrun timer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, 2D Platformer 16%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Adventure 8.1%
- #49 Eon's Insomnium
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tryxe
Windows
A dark Metroidvania where memory and madness intertwine. Explore surreal biomes, face grotesque bosses born of trauma, and recover fragments of a forgotten identity in a world that twists with your sanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Lore-Rich 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Hand-drawn 8.6%
- #50 Shards of Memories
69% 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 40.3%, Hand-drawn 19.1%, 2D Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Action 4.8%
- #51 MYCO
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LilyPadDev
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a quest to the corrupted hill to save your long-lost brother.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Lore-Rich 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10.4%
- #52 Autonomous Odyssey
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SunOracle Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Autonomous Odyssey is a story-driven, hand-drawn 2D metroidvania. Use agile platforming on your apocalyptic sci-fi journey to explore the labs once filled with exceptional researchers. Fight through vengeful robots on Pim’s quest to find his missing father and restore everyone's humanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Hand-drawn 16.7%, 2D Platformer 13%, Stylized 7.6%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #53 The Doomed Knight
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Holysoft StudiosPub: Holysoft GmbH
Windows
This metroidvania inspired game lets you discover a fascinating world full of monsters, secrets and mysteries!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Hand-drawn 13%, Story Rich 12.8%, RPG 12.6%, Atmospheric 9.8%
- #54 Akari - The Five Eyed Fox
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SplashFire Studios
Windows
Play as Akari, a magical fox imbued with the power of light in this fast paced Metroidvania. Slash and Dash your way through an army of darkness and explore diverse, beautiful worlds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Lore-Rich 13.7%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Story Rich 7.1%
- #55 Ani Leaving Sirius
70% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: e2gamestudio
Windows · Mac
A dying planet in energy chaos, dangerous districts and challenging combats. Your only chance to escape the planet is through inconsistent portal! Gain energy crystals by slaying enemies. Improve your abilities and acquire drones. Complete your escape quest in this challenging rouge-lite gameplay.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Action 5.3%
- #56 Liminalia
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Space74
Windows · Mac
Unravel the mysteries of these forgotten lands in a hand-drawn, narrative-driven 2D action-adventure, as a white-robed girl awakens in the depths of an abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Hand-drawn 17.7%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Story Rich 8.1%, Atmospheric 7.2%
- #57 Shellbound
67% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: Fake LobsterPub: Kinetic Publishing
Windows
Shellbound is a 2D metroidvania set on a gigantic snail. You’re a parasite exploring a living world, battling and controlling enemies that will cause the ecosystem to evolve around you. Platform through diverse biomes, solve puzzles, and unravel your role in the giant creature’s life cycle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Lore-Rich 19.1%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #58 Marko: Beyond Brave
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: Studio MechkaPub: Studio Mechka
Windows
Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Hand-drawn 14.2%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Cartoon 11.1%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #59 The Foreigner
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arkadii Bobylev
Windows
The Foreigner is a metroidvania with an original style, where everything is hand-drawn. After the flood, life in the castle did not stop, all living creatures continue to fulfill their role. Explore every dark corner, defeat all the enemies and fight your way up!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Lore-Rich 14.5%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Action-Adventure 10%
- #60 Augment Anthem
65% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Project Ego
Windows
Combine four Augment types to transform your gun, movement, and traversal in a 2D sci-fi metroidvania. Explore interconnected environments from flooded ruins to abandoned bunkers, fight biomechanical threats, and rebuild the last human settlement.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Post-apocalyptic 16.7%, Lore-Rich 16.6%, 2D Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 7.6%