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  1. #1 Autonomous Odyssey
    97% 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 33.5%, Hand-drawn 16.6%, Difficult 14.3%, Platformer 12.5%, Story Rich 6.7%

  2. #2 SlideNGlide
    96% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: RBCMrRhoads
    Windows

    A challenging action-platformer where players navigate diverse biomes filled with unique enemies, tough platforming challenges, and intense boss fights. With tight controls and punishing difficulty, the game rewards precision, mastery, and exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Precision Platformer 19.3%, Difficult 14.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Story Rich 5%

  3. #3 Somnium Shore
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Rodrigo Pelegrini R.
    Windows

    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 41.9%, Platformer 17.1%, Precision Platformer 12.8%, Difficult 7.9%, Adventure 6.7%

  4. #4 Ceplion
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mert Ali Barlas
    Windows

    Embark on an epic journey in Ceplion, a metroidvania-inspired action-platformer. Explore the Ceplion Island, uncovering mysteries and ancient secrets. Engage in precise combat against believers and monstrous creatures. Harness the power of inheritors to bring an end to the relentless war.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Difficult 15.9%, Precision Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 11.1%, Hand-drawn 9.6%

  5. #5 Vulpis
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: max.marauder
    Windows · Mac

    Guide a lonely fox through a vast interconnected world of a mysterious planet Vulpis in this Metroidvania-style game. Explore non-linear paths, unlock new abilities, fight enemies, overcome obstacles, and unravel the planet's mysteries to find a way back home.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.5%, Difficult 20.9%, Platformer 16.5%, Adventure 5.8%, 2D 4%

  6. #6 Spirit Fusion
    94% 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 42.2%, Platformer 14.1%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, Adventure 8.7%, Stylized 6.6%

  7. #7 The Pale Piper
    93% matchPositive97% of 30 reviews2026
    Dev: FreeTimeDev
    Windows · Linux

    Uncover the truth behind your death and your sibling’s in a story-driven precision platformer inspired by the Pied Piper myth. Navigate a decaying, interconnected world where movement is your only defense. No combat, only precision, consequence, and secrets hidden in the dark.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.1%, Precision Platformer 20.9%, Difficult 15.9%, Platformer 12%, Story Rich 9.1%

  8. #8 Florarium
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Melting Caramel
    Windows

    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 46.3%, Hand-drawn 17.5%, Platformer 14.7%, Story Rich 9.7%, Adventure 4.3%

  9. #9 Anokye
    91% 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 42.7%, Difficult 21%, Platformer 9.7%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Story Rich 5%

  10. #10 Unbound: Worlds Apart
    91% matchVery Positive84% of 1,299 reviews2021
    Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Platformer 14.9%, Difficult 13.3%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Precision Platformer 9.6%

  11. #11 Hamstory
    89% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2026
    Dev: Dotori Doguldan
    Windows

    is a 2D pixel platformer with heartfelt emotion and thrilling challenge. Time your jumps to leap forward—falling is okay. Find your route through the paths ahead. Journey to Haessi Star with warm encouragement from animal townsfolk, experiencing a world that transforms with every season.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, Difficult 8.7%, Nature 8.3%

  12. #12 Colors Assemble
    90% matchNo user reviews2029
    Dev: Dibakar Jana
    Windows

    Help Brad reunite with his family and complete all hand-crafted 2D platform challenges in a colorful twisted world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Precision Platformer 25%, Difficult 21.5%, Platformer 9%, Adventure 4.3%

  13. #13 You Have to Win the Game
    89% matchVery Positive93% of 5,714 reviews2014
    Dev: Minor Key Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.4%, Platformer 14.2%, Difficult 12.1%, Precision Platformer 10.1%, 2D 2.5%

  14. #14 Dimension Rift Zero
    88% 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 35.5%, Difficult 18.4%, Platformer 13.3%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, Story Rich 6.1%

  15. #15 Solateria
    85% 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 36.3%, Difficult 18.5%, Hand-drawn 16.7%, Platformer 9.3%, Story Rich 7%

  16. #16 Trash Heart
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Francis Vace
    Windows

    Explore Trash Heart, a planet in the iron grip of the Trash Lord. Find artefacts that grant powerful abilities, fight hordes of deadly foes, and save a planet of outcast robots. Or just scrounge up all the trash your grubby little raccoon hands can hold.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Precision Platformer 21%, Difficult 19.2%, Platformer 8.4%, 2D Platformer 3.9%

  17. #17 SOULBOUND
    87% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Parley Games
    Windows

    In a place of reality, a soul longs for an escape and is not alone; dark things are lurking but energy is your friend. Soulbound is an atmospheric metroidvania platformer packed with action where the past is your future.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Time Manipulation 16.3%, Difficult 13.9%, Precision Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 10.2%

  18. #18 Chegra: The Lost Recipe
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ciderheart Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Difficult 19%, Story Rich 8.6%, Platformer 8%, Nature 5.5%

  19. #19 Into The Underdusk
    84% matchMixed68% of 28 reviews2022
    Dev: Stone Crow Games
    Windows

    Get lost in the Underdusk: a broken world full of danger and mystery. Experience brutal precision platforming, search for collectibles to expand your powerset and regain your lost memories in an atmospheric 2D pixel art adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Precision Platformer 20.4%, Difficult 19.1%, Platformer 12.3%, Adventure 3.6%

  20. #20 Liminalia
    83% 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 36.5%, Hand-drawn 19.2%, Platformer 14.4%, Story Rich 8.8%, Adventure 5.2%

  21. #21 Shieldbound
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Bangers
    Windows

    Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Difficult 17%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, Platformer 12%, Stylized 7%

  22. #22 CONVERGENCE: A League of Legends Story™
    82% matchVery Positive89% of 1,112 reviews2023
    Dev: Double StallionPub: Riot Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Traverse the sprawling city of Zaun as Ekko, a young inventor with a device to manipulate time, in this story-driven action platformer. Collect parts, craft gadgets, and unlock abilities—then rewind time to adapt your approach to every new challenge.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.3%, Time Manipulation 24.9%, Platformer 11.1%, Stylized 8.3%, 2D Platformer 6.5%

  23. #23 A Sister's Journey
    81% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Florian Lackner
    Windows

    Explore a charmingly beautiful, hand-crafted pixel art world and help Violet on her journey searching for her sister. Uncover its mysteries, face its threatening foes, and run 'n gun your way through this challenging action-metroidvania - which will put your true platforming skills to the test.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Precision Platformer 19.7%, Difficult 17.5%, Story Rich 7.5%, Platformer 6.9%

  24. #24 Bones Beneath
    81% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Blue Herb Software
    Windows

    Explore the Egyptian underworld in this precision platformer! Jump, whip, and dash your way through a challenging, interconnected world that weaves linear gauntlets with open-ended exploration.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Precision Platformer 21.1%, Difficult 20%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 5.9%

  25. #25 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
    80% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,561 reviews2021
    Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 52.4%, Platformer 13.9%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Difficult 8.1%, Adventure 7.7%

  26. #26 Misspell
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
    Windows

    Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Hand-drawn 17%, Platformer 14.3%, Difficult 9%, Story Rich 8.3%

  27. #27 Chaos Rider
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Galaxy Factory Inc
    Windows · Mac

    The Chaos Rider finally wakes up after ages. Explore a mysterious island with tons of secrets and treasures to discover ! Fight your way through hordes of enemies and fulfill the dream of the Great Architect. Create your own playstyle, beat bosses and do crazy platforming in this epic adventure game

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Difficult 21.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Story Rich 8.7%, Hand-drawn 7.6%

  28. #28 Benders of Moona
    78% 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 39.3%, Difficult 15.2%, Platformer 14.7%, Story Rich 9.7%, Hand-drawn 7.9%

  29. #29 MIO: Memories in Orbit
    76% matchVery Positive83% of 2,890 reviews2026
    Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Difficult 14.6%, Platformer 12.4%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Precision Platformer 10.9%

  30. #30 Moonbrella
    77% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Jett Williams
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A 2D platformer Metroidvania with deep movement and no jump button. Upgrade your umbrella to explore an abandoned planet and ascend to the moon.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Difficult 17.9%, Precision Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 9%, 2D Platformer 6.1%

  31. #31 Bouncy Goat Climb
    77% matchMostly Positive78% of 338 reviews2022
    Dev: Jesper Bergman
    Windows

    A highly punishing 3D precision platformer about a goat bouncing up a beautiful mountain to save its scared baby goat. Can you handle the challenge and endure all obstacles that you will face on your way up the mountain?

    Why similar: Difficult 27.9%, Precision Platformer 24%, Platformer 17.6%, Nature 8.6%, Adventure 7.8%

  32. #32 La-Mulana
    78% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,571 reviews2013
    Dev: NIGOROPub: PLAYISM
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.8%, Difficult 22.5%, Platformer 15.1%, Adventure 4.2%, 2D 2%

  33. #33 Cavalier
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Coin Laundry Games
    Windows · Mac

    The King's pup levels up! Cavalier is a single player hand drawn Metroidvania. Combat enchanted creatures while you explore the expanding map, and restore the magical kingdom in this charming medieval adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Hand-drawn 19.8%, Platformer 12.9%, Story Rich 6.6%, 2D Platformer 6.4%

  34. #34 Elly
    76% 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 33.9%, Precision Platformer 18.6%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Platformer 10.8%, Stylized 8.9%

  35. #35 SHEEPO
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 561 reviews2020
    Dev: Kyle Thompson
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, Platformer 16.6%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, 2D Platformer 6.9%, Adventure 5.2%

  36. #36 PizzaBoy
    74% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Breadless
    Windows

    Take control of PizzaBoy as he delivers pizza to monsters in this precision platformer. Use all of PizzaBoy's smooth and snappy moves to navigate through dangerous levels or break away from the path to discover who PizzaBoy really is...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Precision Platformer 21.1%, Difficult 19.4%, Platformer 10%, Story Rich 6.1%

  37. #37 Neon Moon
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AHAKuo Creations
    Windows

    Embark on a gripping journey through Neon Moon, a dynamic Metroidvania where you confront ancient adversaries, unleash extraordinary abilities, and unearth potent relics, driven by the sole desire to conquer the enigmatic Dark Night haunting Nightlight.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Precision Platformer 14.7%, Difficult 14.3%, Hand-drawn 13.2%, Platformer 8.9%

  38. #38 Ayna: Shattered Truth
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: designmatic
    Windows

    Become water. Be shapeless, be formless, be fluid. All living things are from water and you can transform water into what it needs to be. Dive into this newly crafted fairytale and take on the journey of finding your place in this 2.8D Metroidvania fantasy world.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Difficult 13.6%, Hand-drawn 10.5%, Precision Platformer 9.7%, Stylized 7.7%

  39. #39 The Other Side
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Awkward Humans
    Windows

    A platformer about lights! Grab light crystals to brighten your surroundings for 10 seconds as you navigate the challenging courses.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.7%, Difficult 25.5%, Hand-drawn 23.9%, Platformer 18.5%, Adventure 2%

  40. #40 The Pogo Witch
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: VLaDOS
    Windows · Linux

    A challenging hand-drawn 2D platform game. Master the pogo technique and climb to the top of the tower, where its creator awaits.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 28.5%, Difficult 22.7%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, Platformer 14.5%, 2D Platformer 7.4%

  41. #41 Cyra and the Beacon Path
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Up Down Interactive
    Windows · Mac

    A lighthearted yet hardcore precision platformer inspired by Celeste. Jump, slide, and dash across seven planets through space and time. Master tight, smooth controls, navigate deadly hazards, battle bosses, find collectables, and uncover the secrets your father left behind.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 19.5%, Difficult 18.4%, Hand-drawn 18.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Story Rich 8.6%

  42. #42 Castle In The Darkness
    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,266 reviews2015
    Dev: Matt KapPub: Nicalis, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55.8%, Difficult 19.9%, Platformer 16.4%, Adventure 4.3%, 2D 2.4%

  43. #43 Grapixo Arte em Guerra
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Akyoma StudioPub: MIRA AÇU
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, Platformer 16%, Hand-drawn 14.6%, Adventure 6.1%, Stylized 5.3%

  44. #44 Necrosphere64
    70% matchPositive94% of 36 reviews2024
    Dev: Any%
    Windows

    An adventure that will test your skills using only 2 buttons!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Precision Platformer 23.6%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 6.5%, Adventure 4.7%

  45. #45 Raji: Prologue
    71% matchVery Positive89% of 621 reviews2020
    Dev: Nodding Heads Games
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion. She must use the powers granted to her by the gods to rescue her brother as she battles to face the demon lord Mahabalasura.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, Difficult 17.4%, Platformer 17.2%, Story Rich 11.6%, Adventure 5.8%

  46. #46 Ani Leaving Sirius
    71% 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 36.2%, Precision Platformer 18.4%, Hand-drawn 13.4%, Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 7%

  47. #47 Nocturnal 2
    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Sunnyside Games
    Windows

    Ignite your sword and explore the dark depths and towering heights of a forgotten island that consumed itself long ago.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Hand-drawn 16.2%, Precision Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 13.2%, Stylized 6.9%

  48. #48 Torii: Beyond The Gates
    70% 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 48.7%, Platformer 15.3%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Story Rich 5.6%

  49. #49 Goblin and Coins II
    69% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2023
    Dev: Nikola Bulj
    Windows · Linux

    Years have passed, decades maybe. Little goblin moved on, all but forgot about the great coin trouble, not even realizing that a new trouble is awaiting behind the doors!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Precision Platformer 17.7%, Difficult 15.8%, Platformer 14%, Adventure 7.2%

  50. #50 Tyto
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dreamjob Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Take flight and glide through a breathtaking world in this visually stunning platformer, where you play as a lost owlet searching for its family in a vast and perilous forest.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.8%, Platformer 17.1%, Story Rich 10.3%, Adventure 8.5%, Nature 6.3%

  51. #51 Soul's Majesty Rise of Gilda
    69% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2023
    Dev: Barış TaranPub: Yoto Games
    Windows

    Soul's Majesty Rise of Gilda! Story based platform game. Sometimes it will drive you crazy with its difficulty! Overcome obstacles, pass levels and collect the story!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Precision Platformer 20.9%, Difficult 17.1%, Platformer 8.5%, Story Rich 6.2%

  52. #52 Night Breaker
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 10 DEAD Pixels
    Windows

    Venture into an unusual, alien world full of danger and mysteries in this sci-fi Metroidvania. Grab your gear and face the challenge of sustaining a once-thriving space colony. Can you bring this place back to life? Are you ready to uncover all the secrets lurking in the darkness?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Difficult 18.7%, Platformer 12.2%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Adventure 5.8%

  53. #53 Hollow Knight
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 534,538 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Cherry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, Difficult 18.1%, Platformer 12.8%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Story Rich 6%

  54. #54 Fading Light
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Punica Games
    Windows

    In a world of eternal darkness, navigate the unknown with only the glow of your companion, Spark. Craft arrows from the environment to survive, uncover lost secrets of an ancient world, and push forward through the shadows into hope. Will you find your way, or will the dark consume you?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Platformer 16.6%, Difficult 15.3%, Nature 10.7%, Adventure 5.3%

  55. #55 Phaze Shift
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lord Mango Games
    Windows

    Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.8%, Platformer 17.1%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Story Rich 6.6%, Adventure 5.4%

  56. #56 Puppetmaster
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Gabriel Games LLC
    Windows

    Discover a metroidvania with a huge world, platform-fighter dynamic combat, smart bosses, deep lore, and original music, all made by two brothers.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.3%, Hand-drawn 20%, Story Rich 10.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Adventure 4.9%

  57. #57 Aeterna Noctis
    67% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,963 reviews2021
    Dev: Aeternum Game Studios S.L
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Difficult 16.9%, Precision Platformer 16.2%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Platformer 11.5%

  58. #58 Count Pumpcula
    67% matchMixed69% of 13 reviews2024
    Dev: Luke EdwardsPub: Panda InkCorp
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    One misty moonlit night, Count Dracula is attacked by an orange object from the sky. He finds himself awaking on a mysterious island with a pumpkin stuck to his head. With the new power of the pumpkin that protects Dracula from sunlight, he must find his way off the island and back to his Castle.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Precision Platformer 17.1%, Platformer 13.7%, Hand-drawn 13%, Adventure 5.8%

  59. #59 Seedless Light
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Unknown Bit Games
    Windows

    Seedless Light is a 2d action-adventure game focused on combat and exploration with a unique and contemplative world of fantastic and vibrant creatures driven by a touching and atmospheric soundtrack.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.7%, Difficult 22.5%, Platformer 14.4%, Adventure 5.4%, 2D 3.5%

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