- #1 Glimmer in Mirror
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 913 reviews2023
Dev: MapleDorm GamesPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, JRPG 17.4%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Action RPG 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.3%
- #2 Fortune Summoners
96% matchVery Positive85% of 878 reviews2012
Dev: LizsoftPub: Carpe Fulgur LLC
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A massive gameworld to explore with nearly a dozen dungeons to delve into.
Why similar: JRPG 24.6%, Metroidvania 19.7%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Anime 10.7%, RPG 9.8%
- #3 Blessing Part I
96% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Action RPG 15.8%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, RPG 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.4%
- #4 Sunken Sky
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Codenightly
Windows · Linux
Welcome to the world of Sunken Sky and get ready for an epic action adventure through a vast open world. No place is beyond your reach - from the tallest mountains to the very minds of others. Battle bizarre creatures and befriend even stranger people. All in a detailed, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, 2D Platformer 15%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Anime 6.9%, Action-Adventure 6.4%
- #5 Souls of Chronos Gaiden
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FUTU Studio
Windows
Souls of Chronos Gaiden is a 2D action-adventure game. Play the role of the sword-wielding girl 'Kolia' and the her partner 'Mika' to embark on an unusual journey of revenge. Strengthen your character, defeat powerful enemies, and witness the flash of light at the end of the journey.
Why similar: JRPG 31.1%, Action RPG 12.9%, RPG 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Anime 6.9%
- #6 Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune
94% matchVery Positive83% of 2,004 reviews2024
Dev: IceSitruuna
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, JRPG 19.9%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Action RPG 8.8%
- #7 PHANTOM CAMPER : REBIRTH
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 理叶洲Leafica
Windows
PHANTOM CAMPER:REBIRTH is an anime-style side-scrolling action-adventure. Play as Audrey Hill, a girl from another world, collect post-apocalyptic surface resources, bring them back to the space station to build a base and repair the RV until she leaves.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, JRPG 21.7%, Action RPG 14.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, RPG 7.1%
- #8 Dragon’s Breath : Chronicles of the Red Dragon (レッドドラゴン戦記)
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: monsters&creatures
Windows
The Red Dragon returns. Venture into the dungeons of Mount Firebreath. This 2D adventure RPG is brought to life with stunning retro pixel art. Classic bump-combat evolves with timing-based action for tense battles. Upgrade your gear, master key items, and defeat the Dragon.
Why similar: JRPG 24.1%, Metroidvania 18.8%, Action RPG 13.9%, RPG 12.2%, 2D Platformer 10.1%
- #9 Earthblade
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extremely OK Games, Ltd.
Windows
You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Female Protagonist 17%, 2D Platformer 15%, Action RPG 13.9%, Action-Adventure 7.4%
- #10 Elowyn and the Stolen Souls
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dream Stories
Windows · Mac · Linux
Enter the magic world of Elowyn! Evolve with her and discover all the secrets to magic in this metroidvania with incredible characters and scenary. Learn powerful spells, create potions, unravel many riddles and live the entire fantasy!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Action RPG 15.9%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Cute 4.7%
- #11 Kotama and Academy Citadel
89% matchVery Positive81% of 2,225 reviews2026
Dev: Atomstring GamesPub: 2P Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, JRPG 17.9%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Action RPG 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #12 Torii: Beyond The Gates
90% 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 41.6%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Action RPG 14.5%, RPG 9.4%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #13 Witchroid Vania: A Magical Girl’s Fantastical Adventures
88% matchVery Positive91% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Turkey GamesPub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.5%, JRPG 21.9%, Action RPG 13%, Female Protagonist 12%, RPG 6.5%
- #14 GoldFish Brain
89% 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 50.8%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action RPG 13.8%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Action 3.4%
- #15 ARATAMAKAMI
87% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Recent PastPub: PastureSoft
Windows
2D Action Game The futanari-protagonist has sex with girls who are former lovers who have lost their memories, a soft-core action game
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, JRPG 20.5%, Action RPG 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Female Protagonist 11.5%
- #16 Filiy Eclipse
86% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Muramasa Fudo
Windows
Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Action RPG 18.6%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, RPG 9.9%, Action 5.1%
- #17 Apprentice Knight-Iona
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: Capsule Core
Windows
Take up the mantle of an Apprentice Knight Iona in this Action-RPG game on her quest to be part of the Brave Hero’s Party. Failing the knighthood examination, you must now train with your master to prove yourself worthy.
Why similar: JRPG 33.5%, Action RPG 22.5%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, RPG 7.8%, Action-Adventure 4.9%
- #18 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tortuga Software
Windows
Dreadstone – The Immortal Prisoner is an upcoming indie 2D Metroidvania platformer. Especially important to us are the game elements “looting” and “leveling“. The goal is to create a combination of our favorite games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Action RPG 16%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, RPG 10.3%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #19 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
84% matchVery Positive90% of 1,751 reviews2023
Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Action-Adventure 8%, Anime 8%
- #20 Wings of Endless
84% matchPositive83% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: Isoca GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Discover the secret of a forgotten war in Wings of Endless, a platforming Action-RPG with a captivating Pixelart style that will draw you in from start to finish. Step into the role of Hariku, a brash bounty hunter who boasts of being the best at his craft.
Why similar: JRPG 32.4%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Action RPG 15.7%, RPG 7.9%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #21 Heart of Homunculus
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: astriasoftware
Windows
Heart of Homunculus is a side-scrolling ARPG . You play as Adella, a homunculus girl who has lost her memory. Journey through new world to recoup those moments you cherish and recover your heart. Unveil the truth behind the catastrophe, face formidable enemies, and become the savior of the world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, JRPG 19.6%, Action RPG 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #22 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Action RPG 17.9%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, RPG 9%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #23 Black Knight - Milena
82% matchMixed62% of 21 reviews2020
Dev: Capsule Core
Windows
A gifted rookie Black Knight Milena is making her great debut!! …Or at least that was her goal before she messed up on her mission because of her inexperience. And so began her training to become a better Black Knight with Master Celia! If only her behavior could also be improved…
Why similar: JRPG 28.2%, Action RPG 19.5%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 7.4%
- #24 Lovanium - The Rising Suns
81% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Poser Games
Windows
Find a way to escape Lovanium before it's too late. Extract resources, trade them, confront the wildest and most dangerous enemies, and fully harness the power of the suns. Are you up for it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Female Protagonist 19.7%, Action RPG 12.7%, RPG 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8.8%
- #25 Aria and the Secret of the Labyrinth
81% matchMixed66% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: TsukimitakePub: Dieselmine
Windows
Aria and the Secret of the Labyrinth is a roguelike RPG with turn-based combat. Collect various item with powerful effect and upgrade your equipment to overcome the ever-changing dungeon!
Why similar: JRPG 26.6%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, RPG 15.4%, Action RPG 11.4%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #26 The Weird Dream
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 111 reviews2024
Dev: UMO StudioPub: WhisperGames
Windows
The Weird Dream is a 2D Metroidvania game set in the ruins of Alpha City. Control a mysterious rabbit, confront mutated inhabitants, level up your skills, and unravel the truth behind Alpha City's destruction.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Action RPG 12.6%, Action-Adventure 11%, Action 5.1%
- #27 Kokoro's Gensokyo Journey: The Lost Masks
79% 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 39%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Action 7.6%
- #28 小Q~LITTLE Q~
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an RPG game similar to the Metroid series. Players will play as a little scientist and create a robot named Little Q to destroy the mechanical city of Crazy Scientists
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Action RPG 17.8%, 2D Platformer 14%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, RPG 10.5%
- #29 Geranium:Tale of Dawn's Desire
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: bekotaizi
Windows
The story follows the journey of Geranium, a female swordswoman with amnesia.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, JRPG 21.1%, Action RPG 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Female Protagonist 9.8%
- #30 Witch Play House
77% matchVery Positive83% of 102 reviews2026
Dev: 一朵一朵Pub: 糕薯科技
Windows
Witch Play House is an unconventional fantasy collection-adventure game that seamlessly blends exhilarating monster-slaying action with a deep collection system. The game features a unique "aesthetic of feet" theme, creating a mysterious world brimming with whimsical imagination.
Why similar: JRPG 27.9%, Action RPG 18.8%, RPG 14.9%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Action 6.8%
- #31 Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Stephen Ciuca
Windows
Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke is a Metroidvania with action and RPG elements. Jump, slide, wall jump, swim, and battle your way through the Dukedom. Other mechanics include pushing boxes, pulling levers, and swinging on ropes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.6%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Action RPG 11.1%, RPG 10.8%, Action 5.5%
- #32 Saint Maribel
77% matchMostly Negative36% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: azucat
Windows
Metroidvania-style Action RPGSister maribel goes to fight a queen saccubus Character makeup Over 100 customization items
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Action RPG 18.7%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, RPG 7.3%, Cute 6.5%
- #33 DAO
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShiShiHole
Windows
《道·》是一款平台动作冒险游戏,你将穿越到一个黑暗的时代,作为门派最后一名道士,开启一段复仇之旅。你可以使用多种法器和符咒的组合,与数十种敌人进行战斗,并用碎片拼凑起整个国家的回忆。
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Action RPG 16.5%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, RPG 9.8%, Action-Adventure 6.9%
- #34 Dragon Marked For Death
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,074 reviews2020
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dragon Marked For Death is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG game where up to 4 players can play together in online multiplayer. The characters, known as the Dragonblood Clan, have forged a pact with the Astral Dragon, which granted them special new powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, JRPG 17.9%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, RPG 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #35 风旅人 Wind Traveler
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Electric leakage sciencePub: Wise Games
Windows
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 29.2%, JRPG 20.8%, Action RPG 13.9%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #36 Maelstrom
75% 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 48.8%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Female Protagonist 7%, Action-Adventure 7%, 2D 5.2%
- #37 Heart Forth, Alicia
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alonso Martin
Windows · Mac · Linux
A terror in the sky is bent on exterminating a young wizard and her loved ones. Featuring a riveting and sinister story, set out to explore a vast world in this modern Metroidvania RPG, filled with devious monsters, lethal dungeons, creative puzzles, lively towns & many uncharted wonders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, JRPG 24.4%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Action RPG 6.5%
- #38 Evil Castle & Princess
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GameLightProject
Windows
"Evil Castle & Princess" is a game similar to Metroid Castlevania, mainly a horizontal action game based on exploration and combat. Wear your favorite weapons to explore the mysterious and dangerous relic castle! Destroy all the monsters that block you and find the secrets of the magic castle.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Action RPG 19.2%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Anime 4.2%
- #39 Shining Symbol
73% 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 46.4%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Anime 5%, Cute 5%
- #40 AOI
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: Pura Studio
Windows
This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, RPG 9.5%, Action-Adventure 6.1%
- #41 An Automaton's Journey
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xyros GamesPub: holo Indie
Windows
Play as the ancient automaton Cecilia Immergreen as you explore the world for secrets, solve puzzles, delve into dungeons, fight other Hololive members as powerful bosses, help other members with side quests, and find powerful items to explore previously unavailable locations.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Action RPG 18.6%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Cute 4.8%
- #42 Tales of Berseria™
73% matchVery Positive91% of 18,811 reviews2017
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.
Why similar: JRPG 40.4%, Female Protagonist 17%, Anime 12.9%, Action RPG 10.6%, RPG 9.6%
- #43 Shallow Blue(浅蓝计划)
71% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: TheDarkxOrlik
Windows
You are No. 13, a new game tester joining the Shallow Blue project. Following orders from your superiors, complete the testing of this mech game. But don't forget to maintain a healthy life and take care of the essential tasks that must be done.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.3%, Action RPG 17.8%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, RPG 12.6%, Action 4.4%
- #44 Dragon Fall
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: lucas silva de oliveiraPub: vision games
Windows
an action RPG game, real-time combat, use of magic, swords, bombs, harpoons, boomerangs, bows and arrows, and other items scattered throughout the game, 2D graphics with animations and frantic combat, all this together with an epic story focused on dragons and gigantic mythological creatures.
Why similar: Action RTS 32.3% ★, JRPG 20.7%, Action RPG 12.5%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
- #45 Power (of) Metal
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Action RPG 18.6%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, RPG 10.6%, Action-Adventure 10.3%
- #46 Bread Adventure
69% matchPositive100% of 21 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 46.1%, 2D Platformer 19%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, RPG 9%, Fantasy 4.4%
- #47 OverSpend -secret desire-
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: みゅーと
Windows
“Wishes Weave the Eternal Color of Chiyo” A Japanese-style action RPG with “mobile game–inspired” elements, featuring shikigami party building, character growth, and random events.
Why similar: Action RTS 41.7% ★, Action RPG 20.3%, 2D Platformer 15%, RPG 9.6%, Anime 4.1%
- #48 Dusted Dusk
70% 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 46%, Action RPG 16.5%, 2D Platformer 16%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Action 4.4%
- #49 魂途 Xoul
70% 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 39.5%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Action RPG 15.5%, RPG 9.4%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #50 Chantelise - A Tale of Two Sisters
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 751 reviews2011
Dev: EasyGameStationPub: Carpe Fulgur LLC
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 39%
A whimsical Action-RPG brought to you from the creators of the renowned Recettear ~ An Item Shop's Tale. Purchase before August 5th and save!
Why similar: JRPG 28.8%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Anime 15.6%, RPG 13%, Action RPG 12.6%
- #51 RESIST FATE
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: スラッシャー松井Pub: SRA/ENTERTAINMENT
Windows
A mysterious pandemic suddenly breaks out! Get a cure to save people infected with the virus and face humanity's predicament! A rescue action game that can be played with simple controls!
Why similar: Action RTS 48.7% ★, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Action RPG 17%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Action 4.3%
- #52 Chris' Story
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MogGen Studio(猫将社)
Windows
Welcome to Chris' Story~ It's a 2D platform action role-playing game. You're gonna be playing as a young mercenary, Chris. To tell an adventurous story about freedom and growth.
Why similar: JRPG 26.6%, Action RPG 19.3%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, RPG 9.3%
- #53 Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 45 reviews2021
Dev: Christophe GalatiPub: Deneos
Windows
Dive into a great adventure in the Game Boy era! Tako will travel the world, explore mysterious dungeons and fight tenacious bosses on his quest to end the war between the octopus kingdom and the human realm. Will you help this brave octopus to spread his message of tolerance and unity?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Action RPG 17.3%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, RPG 8.5%, JRPG 7%
- #54 We Only Come Out at Night
66% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Roland Zimmerman
Windows
A JRPG/Metroidvania hybrid that will have you traversing traps and puzzles with classic, turn-based combat. Learn new abilities to unlock new areas, and learn new spells to crush your enemies! Emotional, cute, and fun for all ages and all players, with a great soundtrack to boot!
Why similar: JRPG 37.9%, 2D Platformer 24.2%, RPG 16.4%, Metroidvania 13.6%, Cute 7.6%
- #55 The Furthest Distance
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Float Gaming Studio
Windows
Misunderstandings, greed, human nature, and the struggle of interests——In the 2D side scrolling Galaxy Warrior Castlevania game "The Farthest Distance", enjoy battles, explore freely, and mix and match freely! Experience the freedom of battle that belongs only to you!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Action RPG 17.1%, 2D Platformer 16%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, RPG 7.5%
- #56 Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World
68% matchVery Positive81% of 164 reviews2021
Dev: G CHOICEPub: Bliss Brain
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The adventures of Asha, the little warrior, begin! Together with her blue sidekick Pepelogoo, she will run through numerous stages and save the Monster World from the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #57 Super Neptunia RPG
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,058 reviews2019
Dev: Artisan StudiosPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 39.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Neptune, stricken with amnesia, awakes in a mysterious world where 2D reigns supreme. With a little help from her friends, Neptune embark on a journey to regain her memory, save the world, and 3D games as we know it.
Why similar: JRPG 36.5%, Female Protagonist 20.1%, RPG 13.3%, Anime 11.1%, Action 4.5%
- #58 Shantae and the Seven Sirens
67% matchVery Positive90% of 1,969 reviews2020
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!
Why similar: Metroidvania 51.4%, Female Protagonist 24.5%, 2D Platformer 6.7%, Cute 4.9%, Anime 4.8%
- #59 The Journey of Clinbo
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mechanical Heart
Windows
Ember Journey of Clinbo This is a fantasy, pixel-art Metroidvania-style game. You are Clinbo, the only "transgressor" robot to possess a soul in a limbo between life and death—a realm where countless souls are judged by a single standard: "Harmony."
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.3%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Action RPG 16.1%, RPG 10%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #60 Aldebaran Legend
67% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Solitude Games
Windows
In a village located to the south, there is one of the twelve guardians, the warrior of Leo, known for his determination in combat and number of victories. Our hero will be responsible for finding the mystical artifacts, to prevent the kingdom from being bathed in blood and darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Action RPG 20.4%, RPG 15.4%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Action 7.3%