- #1 Caesura
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: No Bananas Studio
Windows
Explore caves, forest, and clouds to discover new secrets in the mysterious world of Caesura. A rhythm driven, hand drawn world. Match your jumps and dashes to the beat to solve challenging puzzles that ask you to dance along with the world as it also dances to the beat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Platformer 5.3%, Action 5.3%
- #2 PATHFINDER 08
96% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: THIAGO COSTA MENDES
Windows
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 42.5%, 2D Platformer 19%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Exploration 4.6%, Fantasy 4.5%
- #3 Maelstrom
96% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
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 49.6%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Fantasy 7.8%, Action 7.7%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #4 Dirtlight
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Applava
Windows
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 47.7%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Action 8.7%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Platformer 5.9%
- #5 Mono
94% matchNo user 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 46.8%, 2D Platformer 21.2%, Action 12.2%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Atmospheric 4.7%
- #6 BeforeDisaster
94% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: SourGrapeGames
Windows
《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...
Why similar: Metroidvania 54%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Fantasy 8.9%, Action 8.4%
- #7 City of None
93% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Noel & Liam BerryPub: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows · Linux
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 37.1%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Platformer 6.7%, Action 4.8%
- #8 Bread Adventure
92% matchPositive100% of 22 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 46.8%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Fantasy 7%, Platformer 6.3%
- #9 Ariana and the Elder Codex
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 119 reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 45%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Action 8.5%, Platformer 6.4%
- #10 Velvet Veil
91% 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 48.2%, 2D Platformer 18%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Action 6.6%, Fantasy 4.4%
- #11 King Story: Prologue
90% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Kinto Games LLC
Windows
A storm of darkness is taking over the world. Adventure in search of your quest escaping the demon darkness that chases you. Upgrade your items to progress through the maze like environment in this Metroidvania-like challenge. Can you find a Hermit’s lost son in your quest to save the world?
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.6%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Action 7.6%, Fantasy 5.3%
- #12 RIN: The Last Child
89% matchMixed61% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: Space Fox GamesPub: Salient Games
Windows
Join RIN, the last child of the Creator, on a journey to restore order in a mystical world. Collect aspects and runes, craft spells, and confront powerful bosses - your transformed siblings. The fate of the world rests in your hands. Can you restore harmony to this enchanted realm?
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Emotional 10.3%, Fantasy 6%, Platformer 5.9%
- #13 Croakspire
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lotus Wave Arcade
Windows
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 49.2%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Action 7.7%, Exploration 4.3%
- #14 GoldFish Brain
88% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Action 5.9%, Adventure 2.1%
- #15 Kokoro's Gensokyo Journey: The Lost Masks
87% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: CygnusA-1
Windows
A 2D exploration danmaku action Touhou fangame (AKA a danmaku Metroidvania). Control Hata no Kokoro in a journey to find her masks. Look for power-up items along the way and challenge powerful bosses to reclaim them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.9%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Action 12.7%, Fantasy 5.9%
- #16 Cloud Seeker
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagniFish Studios
Windows
Drift adventurously in the world of Cloud Seeker! A Chinese inspired action-platformer where Yun, a young rabbit once chosen to inherit a great legacy, has to prove his worth after a sealed god is unleashed upon the world with the help of his trusted companions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Action 9.6%, Platformer 7%
- #17 The Forbidden Forest
86% 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 47.3%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Fantasy 6.3%, Action 5.1%
- #18 Transiruby
85% matchVery Positive92% of 302 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 48.4%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Action-Adventure 11%, Action 7.1%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #19 Akari - The Five Eyed Fox
84% 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 37.7%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Emotional 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Action 6.1%
- #20 Spirit Fusion
84% 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 46.1%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Action 10%, Platformer 6.1%
- #21 Shadow King
83% matchPositive92% of 38 reviews2023
Dev: Johan PeitzPub: Apskeppet
Windows · Mac
Explore a mysterious castle in this pixel perfect metroidvania and take on the Shadow King! Upgrades, secrets, combat, and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Action 5.4%, Fantasy 4.3%
- #22 Stoatman
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostum
Windows
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 48.6%, Fantasy 8.8%, 2D Platformer 7.9%, Platformer 6.4%, Atmospheric 5.9%
- #23 Chibits
82% 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 51.9%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Action 6.9%, Platformer 5.8%, Exploration 4.7%
- #24 Pain-T
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wheel Of Games
Windows
Pain-T is an exploration-driven metroidvania where color is your greatest weapon. Restore a world drained of paint, overcome hostile creatures, unlock colorfull powers, reveal hidden paths, and paint your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.6%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Action 6.9%, Exploration 6%
- #25 Reso-Seeker
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ralta Studios
Windows · Mac
Resort adventure of exploration, life-sim and a little action. Your guide is in-game "Brochure" filled with map and activities. Check them off as you go. Learn new skills to unlock new areas. Days at the waterpark, nights at the hotel lounge. No enemies. Just your own pace. A cozy Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action 6.4%, Relaxing 5.7%
- #26 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
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 34.6%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Action 12.3%, Platformer 6.6%
- #27 Shards of Memories
79% 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 46.6%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Action 7%, Fantasy 4.8%
- #28 Sweet Dreams Dahlia
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2357 Steps
Windows
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 42%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Fantasy 6.2%, Platformer 5.6%
- #29 Dusted Dusk
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Action 7.1%, Exploration 5%
- #30 Echoes of You
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unlost Pixel
Windows
Sacrifice parts of your own body and mind to gain powers. Survive the abyss, uncover the many ancient secrets it keeps, and find what your soul truly desires.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Action 12.6%, Emotional 8.9%, Platformer 6.5%
- #31 Shadow Labyrinth
76% matchMixed57% of 332 reviews2025
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Shadow Labyrinth is a 2D action platformer and a genre-twisting alternate take on the iconic PAC-MAN. As The Swordsman, you wake on a mysterious planet amidst relics of wars past. To survive you will discover secrets, consume your enemies, and grow from prey to apex predator.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.3%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Action 10.8%, Platformer 5.6%
- #32 Battery Samurai
77% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Matthewstone
Windows
Get batteries to get stronger! Enjoy your adventure now! Recover lost parts and get various skills.
Why similar: Metroidvania 49.6%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Action-Adventure 10%, Action 7.4%, Platformer 6.1%
- #33 Shell Soul:The Skull
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BlueWindGame
Windows
A nameless skeleton awakens in a graveyard. To recover lost memories and uncover the truth, it embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.1%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Action 7.2%, Exploration 6%
- #34 Irang : the last hope
77% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: SnoozyMondayPub: DCD
Windows
In Joseon, a kingdom honoring the Four Deities, chaos reigns. Nobles have unleashed sealed evils in a power grab, causing calamities. Join Irang and Haru on a journey to liberate the Deities and reclaim Joseon's last hope.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Action 11.8%, Emotional 7%
- #35 The Elderseed
75% 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 35.4%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action 8.1%, Platformer 6.2%
- #36 Wattson the Bulb
74% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: DegDeGames
Windows
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 46.1%, 2D Platformer 21.2%, Action 14%, Platformer 8.1%, Fantasy 7.1%
- #37 The Ramsey
75% matchVery Positive91% of 69 reviews2023
Dev: IKINAGAMES
Windows
The Ramsey is a 2D platformer that allows you to play as cute squirrel characters solving puzzles using various weapons. Explore maze-like islands and overcome difficult obstacles with the strongest squirrels in the universe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Action 8.7%, Platformer 6.7%
- #38 Will O Wisp
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 是政屋
Windows
This is a platform action game in which you control light in a world shrouded in complete darkness and rely on it to progress. Use the light to travel from place to place and illuminate the buried truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.5%, Action 10.9%, Emotional 10%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Platformer 7.3%
- #39 Eystrandi
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leiksmidr studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 52.8%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Action-Adventure 9%, Action 6.9%, 2D 3.2%
- #40 Kaila: The Journey to the Underworld
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Igolito Arts Studios
Windows
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 45%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Fantasy 8.8%, Action 6.3%
- #41 Solaris: Good Harvest
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moving Pixels
Windows
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 34.7%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Action 13%, Platformer 6.8%
- #42 Grapixo Arte em Guerra
72% 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 53.9%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action 7.3%, Platformer 7.2%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
- #43 Dark Labyrinth
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xiaote
Windows
You have stumbled into a world shrouded in darkness, where your body has transformed into that of a strange creature. Using your ability to dispel the darkness, you must explore and learn within this mysterious realm, uncovering the truth of this world while seeking a way to return to your own.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.6%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Relaxing 6.5%, Platformer 5.3%
- #44 Havoc Fox
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Havoc Studios
Windows
Take control of a sword-wielding fox and a dragon/owl duo to fight your way through the fantasy kingdom of Vanalia and stop its tyrant monarch! Havoc Fox is a combat-based action platformer featuring an unlikely partnership tasked with saving their home from its own corrupted protectors.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, 2D Platformer 17%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Action 7.6%, Platformer 6.2%
- #45 End's Reach
70% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Cuirass Entertainment Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
End's Reach is a 3D Exploration Action Adventure Game that focuses on a character lost in the depths of space. Players will solve puzzles, collect upgrades, items, weapons and even magical abilities as they uncover the mysteries of this strange new world. A classic tale of technology taken too far.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.7%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Atmospheric 6.2%, Action 4.9%, Casual 3.6%
- #46 404: The Absent God
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kootoapin
Windows
Explore planet 404, battle the Zorgs and local tribes, and hunt for the Eye of Vyr’Nox, the legendary Relic of the Absent God.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Action 14.2%, Adventure 4.3%
- #47 Garm Ruins
70% matchPositive96% of 48 reviews2024
Dev: kiukiu
Windows
An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.2%, Action-Adventure 18%, Action 16.9%, 2D 4.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #48 Overbowed
69% matchVery Positive91% of 91 reviews2024
Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
Windows
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 50.7%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Action 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #49 Shining Symbol
69% 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 52.6%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Action 7.8%, 2D 2.7%
- #50 Me With Me
70% matchPositive95% of 39 reviews2022
Dev: YenThe Studio
Windows
In Me With Me you control 2 cats at the same time going through levels with puzzles. A very cool 2D platform game to pass the time.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, 2D Platformer 20.9%, Casual 9.9%, Fantasy 6.5%, Puzzle 5.8%
- #51 Garrison
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WKH
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 44.1%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Platformer 6.3%, Fantasy 5.9%
- #52 BLIGHTWRECK
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mothware
Windows · Linux
Stuck at the bottom of the sea floor, escape a sunken ocean liner in this handcrafted 2D METROIDvania! Find powerful upgrades, and fight strange bosses. You may be isolated from your shipmates, but you're not alone...
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.3%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Action 6.9%, Exploration 5.9%
- #53 The Tale of LUMI
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GamerXP Studio
Windows · Mac
The Tale of LUMI is a fast paced, metroidvania inspired, action game. Collect powers from Gods and Heroes. Upgrade your Skills. Defeat unyielding enemies. Explore LUMI and unveil the secrets that lie within this puzzling Kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Fantasy 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Action 6.3%
- #54 A Dream of Burning Sand
71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Eldwood
Windows · Linux
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 35.4%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Action 8.9%, Platformer 7%
- #55 The Search: Lost Dreams
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gninjastudio
Windows
The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.4%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Action 9.2%, 2D 2.9%
- #56 Memoria
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Counting SheepPub: Counting Sheep
Windows · Mac · Linux
Memoria is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where magic is as much about memory as it is about power. You play as a powerful—but aging—sorceress who awakens in a familiar but fragmented world. Only by exploring the world around you can you spark your memories, and remember once again.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Emotional 10.2%, Fantasy 6.6%, Action 6.4%
- #57 The Instruments Of Faith: Padua's Destiny
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boss Battle Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Instruments Of Faith Padua's Destiny is an epic apocalyptic 2D pixel Metroidvania fantasy action-adventure video game. Journey through the Universe as Young Padua, one of the 7 Guardian protectors of the Universe, to restore the balance of Good over Evil before it is too late!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Action 8.7%, Fantasy 7.8%
- #58 Corrupt Eldritch Order
67% 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 34.4%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Action 14.1%, Platformer 5.6%
- #59 Echoes of the Outworlder
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Outworlder LLC
Windows
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 48.5%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Fantasy 7.9%, Atmospheric 5.7%, Action 5%
- #60 Makis Adventure
66% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
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 44%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Fantasy 7.7%, Action 7.4%