
A Souls-Like Western full of Eldritch horrors. Explore the accursed Wild West town of Tombwater and lay bare the darkness that lies beneath. Survive blood-spilling combat in this gruesome 2D action-RPG that may just drive you to madness.
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A Souls-Like Western full of Eldritch horrors. Explore the accursed Wild West town of Tombwater and lay bare the darkness that lies beneath. Survive blood-spilling combat in this gruesome 2D action-RPG that may just drive you to madness.

FOUNTAINS
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.

Scars of the Soul
The two countries went to war, unleashing forbidden powers. Years later, monsters ravage the land. The protagonist awakens, battles the monsters, explores the world, uncovers the truth of the past, and seeks to recover lost memories—a lonely journey of wandering and struggling against oneself.
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.2%, Metroidvania 19.4%, Action RPG 11%, Lore-Rich 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9%
The two countries went to war, unleashing forbidden powers. Years later, monsters ravage the land. The protagonist awakens, battles the monsters, explores the world, uncovers the truth of the past, and seeks to recover lost memories—a lonely journey of wandering and struggling against oneself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 21.4%, Action RPG 15.2%, RPG 11%, Exploration 6.4%
A lovecraftian soulslike action-RPG set on an island where interdimensional flesh demons harvest humanity's pain in the form of loosh to power their dark machinations. Discover grotesque creatures, weapons, power-ups, and fellow travelers as you unravel the island’s terrible secret.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.9%, Lovecraftian 23.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%, Lore-Rich 11.4%, Action RPG 11.4%
Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle
Why similar: Souls-like 21.1%, Metroidvania 20%, Lore-Rich 13.4%, Action RPG 10.4%, Demons 9.1%
Possessed by a living crystal, fight for revenge in a top-down Soulslike action RPG. Master precise combat and elemental magic, explore a shattered world, solve deadly puzzles, and defeat brutal bosses to expose the Crystallen’s sins.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.4%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Action RPG 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Top-Down 9.4%
The Xerran Dominion is one step from becoming unstoppable. Your machines won’t survive - but you will. Control the environment and use their tech to your advantage. In this brutal sci-fi action RPG, the world is your weapon - and you are the trigger.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.7%, Metroidvania 20.7%, Lore-Rich 10.8%, Action RPG 9.9%, Top-Down 6.2%
Absym is a unique souls-like that challenges you to survive between two dimensions: the decaying Nihilor and the corrupted Absymalith. Fight, explore, and use Rift Dancing to shift between worlds in real time. Every choice draws you closer to redemption... or corruption.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.5%, Lovecraftian 16.8%, Lore-Rich 15.5%, Action RPG 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 23.5%, Action RPG 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Open World 7.1%
This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Souls-like 26.2%, Action RPG 14.2%, Demons 9.5%, RPG 8.8%
Heavy movement, limited ammo and precious sanity. Yesterdreamt is a twin-stick horrorvania where the odds are stacked against you, Gunslinger. Unlock arcanicks to tip the scales and keep close to your dog, and you might just win this fight. And if you were to fall, well… Blessed be the Dreamweavers.
Why similar: Western 19% ★, Lovecraftian 17.6%, Souls-like 17.1%, Metroidvania 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.7%, Metroidvania 21.2%, Action RPG 11%, Top-Down 9%, Dark Fantasy 8%
NEVERMORE: The Chamber Door is an indie game developed by just one person, with fluid combat in the style of hack n 'slash and lore inspired by the work of Edgar Allan Poe.
Why similar: Souls-like 21%, Lovecraftian 19.7%, Action RPG 11%, Demons 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%
The Song of Awakening is a 2D action-platformer where you play as a bard with the power to create magic through music. Explore a world once ruled by the Lyramancers, wielders of music-magic, who were extinguished by a mad king. Defeat the malevolent god of silence and restore harmony to the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Souls-like 23.9%, Action RPG 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Combat 9%
"The dark adventure game, Snails Have Skeletons, is a dark spin on the classic 16-bit adventure genre. Explore an interconnected world and battle lingering undead to uncover the mystery of the doom that befell the marsh." Genres: Exploration, Action, Adventure, Mystery, Dark Fantasy
Why similar: Souls-like 22.8%, Lovecraftian 20%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Top-Down 8.9%, Open World 7.7%
Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Souls-like 25%, Action RPG 16.4%, RPG 8%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%
A Souls-like, player vs. environment medieval, survival horror game with a high level of difficulty, a world and creatures set in dark fantasy, and a story told through environmental storytelling. Players use medieval weapons and magic to stop a powerful monarch fallen into madness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 23.6%, Action RPG 12.8%, Horror 7.2%, Exploration 6.8%
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.1%, Metroidvania 23.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Action RPG 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
An Action-RPG soulsvania where you explore a seamless and interconnected world through a zoomable map with no loading break. Engage in epic aerial battles, absorb essence to level up, and craft powerful spell combos by defeating brutal bosses and harnessing their Mystic Nature.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 23.4%, Lore-Rich 15.3%, Action RPG 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%
Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.
Why similar: Souls-like 40.7%, Metroidvania 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Action RPG 6.2%, RPG 6%
DreamKiller is a 2D side-scrolling action game that combines strategy cards with intense combat. Control Irene as she navigates a world where dreams and reality merge, piecing together the shattered Dream Interpretation Codex. Use card-switching to unleash powerful skills in a Souls-like challenge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 22.7%, Lore-Rich 17.3%, Action RPG 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%
You awaken on the Altar inside the Life Cathedral. Life Blood is a first-person, Kingsfield-like action adventure game with a focus on exploration. Travel the interconnected world with fast-paced, reaction-based combat and discover the secrets within the heart of the mountain.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.9%, Metroidvania 19.9%, Lore-Rich 14.1%, Action RPG 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%
In Mariana you are dropped into an unknown trench to explore. You will find fantastical creatures and rare artifacts. Fight bosses and mini-bosses in order to dive as deep as possible and uncover the mystery of the trench.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 23.3%, Action RPG 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, Exploration 7.2%
Explore a shattered, interconnected world filled with hidden secrets, challenging enemies, lost memories, and the eerie remnants of a failed mission.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 21.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, Combat 7.8%, Exploration 7%
Wake up and walk, Warden! Because the siege continues. We must find the Heir... And finally put an end to this cursed night.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.3%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Action RPG 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, Exploration 6.8%
2D art and 3D action. Elemental Reactions. Not too big Open World. Battle , Puzzle and Explore. Life has no save point.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.8%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Open World 12%, Action RPG 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%
The Golden Eyed Ghosts is a dark fantasy soulslike heavily influenced by the legacy of Zelda adventures, set in the crumbling kingdom of Andromeda. As exiled warrior Orion, search for a way to restore his memories and unravel a terrifying conspiracy.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.1%, Metroidvania 19.5%, Lovecraftian 19%, Action RPG 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 10%
YOUR CHOICES RESHAPE A LIVING CITY. Explore a sprawling metropolis, wield mysterious powers, and uncover the secrets of the Eternal Lighthouse. Your decisions will make a world of difference.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Souls-like 25.3%, Action RPG 16.9%, RPG 12.2%, Action 5.9%
Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23%, Souls-like 19.4%, Lore-Rich 14.2%, Action RPG 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.3%, Metroidvania 21.7%, Action RPG 15.8%, RPG 6.9%, Exploration 6.7%
Morbid: The Seven Acolytes is a Horrorpunk Action RPG filled with Lovecraftian horrors and Cronenbergian gore, making it the most gruesome take on the isometric Souls-like genre yet!
Why similar: Souls-like 32.2%, Lovecraftian 26.9%, Action RPG 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, RPG 6.5%
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 25.6%, Action RPG 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Open World 7.1%
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Souls-like 19.4%, Action RPG 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Combat 5.7%
ELDRIMAR is a blend of genres, Action/RPG/Adventure and Survival horror. The game tells a grim story in a dark fantasy setting. Explore large, nonlinear locations, while eradicating the undead to progress through the fascinating storyline of the dark Kingdom of Eldrimar.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.1%, Lore-Rich 17.6%, Demons 13.9%, Action RPG 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%
This is a semi open world ARPG game with HD2D pixel style. In the game, players will play the role of the story protagonist "Red haired Suka" and embark on an exciting adventure in a beautiful continent called Wind Canyon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Souls-like 22%, Action RPG 12.9%, Lore-Rich 12.5%, Exploration 6.7%
Ascend from the depths as Evan, heir of a fallen underworld, to uncover the truth behind a world stripped of dawn. Celestial Lumina is a 2D Pixel-Art Metroidvania where Light clashes with the Darkness that stole the sky.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.9%, Souls-like 25%, Lore-Rich 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
A fierce, action-packed narrative RPG; Play as Quentin Ashborne, the archaeologist whose duty has brought him to fight tooth and nail against the damned souls. If you are to survive, you must learn to manage & manipulate blood. Ride the downward spiral.
Why similar: Lovecraftian 22.6%, Souls-like 22.1%, Demons 15.4%, Lore-Rich 14.8%, Action RPG 13.1%
A top-down Filipino Action-RPG set in medieval Philippines featuring the story of the unsung hero of ancient Philippine mythology and the last moon.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.8%, Action RPG 11.8%, Open World 10%, Top-Down 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%
Rise Achlys is a brutal gothic soulsvania and rogue-lite inspired by Castlevania. The story-driven game features a vampire protagonist and iconic characters like Dracula and Frankenstein, with time travel and fantasy themes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 22.9%, Lore-Rich 14%, Action RPG 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Souls-like 22.1%, Action RPG 20.1%, Combat 10.1%, RPG 6.1%
As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.8%, Metroidvania 18.6%, Lore-Rich 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Combat 7.9%
Parry with precision and fight through shifting, surreal landscapes in this Souls-like action-adventure. When reality turns into a living nightmare, you must ascend through a shattered realm to rescue a missing friend.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.3%, Metroidvania 21.1%, Lore-Rich 15.4%, Action RPG 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Souls-like 20.3%, Action RPG 10.9%, Lore-Rich 10.7%, Exploration 7.4%
In "Luminite Era: Expedition," face unique Boss battles, wield arcane spells, and create distinct equipment combos to unveil the Black Mist's secrets and preserve humanity's last Luminite glimmer amid its relentless spread.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Souls-like 25.7%, Action RPG 12.9%, Linear 8.4%, Exploration 7.3%
UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.
Why similar: Souls-like 35.1%, Metroidvania 33.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, RPG 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
Plunge into a dark fantasy Action-RPG, harnessing powerful magic alongside a satisfying combat system. When the tyrannical god, Adyr, invades the human realm seeking vengeance for his imprisonment, humanity calls upon an unlikely defender… a convicted sinner named Harkyn.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Lore-Rich 14.4%, Action RPG 12.6%, RPG 7.6%
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 26.5%, Action RPG 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%, Magic 6.5%
What really is alchemy?
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 25%, Horror 8.8%, Open World 8.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
Prelude To Freedom is a Metroidvania-style 2D top-down action game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 22.4%, Action RPG 14%, RPG 8%, Top-Down 7.7%
Go Alone is a pixel art soulslike metroidvania adventure with magical ranged spells and fast-paced combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Souls-like 31.5%, Exploration 8.3%, Magic 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Souls-like 25.6%, Lore-Rich 15.1%, Action RPG 14.8%, Exploration 7.1%
Dead Fantasia is a non-linear ARPG which brings forgotten game design of Kings Field to a modern audience. Explore interconnected levels, gather loot, and face challenging foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 20.4%, Action RPG 16.1%, RPG 11.4%, Lore-Rich 10.7%
Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 22%, Action RPG 14.2%, Magic 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
PRAISE TO THE MOON- It is a Metroidvania, based on Momodora, Castlevania, and Souls-like games, with ARPG systems
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 19.2%, Action RPG 14.8%, Demons 10.6%, RPG 10.6%
Assume the role of Onchu, a druid boy stranded on an island corrupted by dark magic. Learn new magic and abilities in this 2D Metroidvania and explore a stunning sidescrolling world to save the island from destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 23.7%, Lore-Rich 15%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Magic 8.7%
Kosmos is an MMA fighter who suddenly finds himself teleported into a dark fantasy world and searches for a way to return home. CRUDE is a Soul-like, fantasy platformer with metroidvania elements & an open world map.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.4%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Demons 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Horror 8.2%
As a horror-based RPG, Fragments utilizes a dynamic camera system as well as breathtaking stylized graphics to enhance the fast-paced combat to the in-depth lore. Traverse four unique domains defeating the lost to grow stronger, learn skills and save the afterlife.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Lovecraftian 24.2%, Action RPG 17.5%, Horror 10.9%, RPG 8%
Journey through a broken world, discovering its long forgotten secrets. Experience a non linear story in a lore filled world, and learning new abilities to survive againist otherworldly threats. Can you make it back to Paradise?
Why similar: Souls-like 19.8%, Lore-Rich 18.1%, Lovecraftian 16.6%, Action RPG 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%
Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Souls-like 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Action RPG 11.8%, RPG 5.2%
Hemlon the Grey is a 2D Souls-like game focused on deflection-based action, where life and death are decided at the edge of the blade. Follow the story of Hemlon, half-demon warrior, slay disrupters and uncover the secrets behind The Broken Wings and the Republic of Reinz.
Why similar: Souls-like 35.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Action RPG 14.4%, Lore-Rich 9.8%, RPG 9.2%
Abysmal Gateway is an Open World Dark Fantasy action-RPG with fast-paced combat. Venture into the depths and the forsaken realms of the abyss. Will you emerge victorious, or be consumed by the darkness? This journey is not for the faint of heart!
Why similar: Souls-like 24.1%, Lore-Rich 20.2%, Action RPG 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Open World 11.4%