- #1 Void Memory
97% matchMixed67% of 230 reviews2017
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?
Why similar: Souls-like 32.4%, Metroidvania 28.6%, RPG 7.7%, Adventure 7.4%, Action 7.2%
- #2 Cat Warrior
96% matchMostly Positive80% of 132 reviews2024
Dev: Sadi & AyuPub: sadimakegames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cat Warroir is an action-platformer of retro and cute style about a cat knight on his way to recapture his stolen treasure. Deep into the dangerous fantasy world,defeat the challenging big boss with your slash, dash, jump, walljump and other skills to find the treasure back!
Why similar: Souls-like 32.1%, Metroidvania 25.9%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #3 Moonscars
96% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.
Why similar: Souls-like 32.1%, Metroidvania 30.9%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Platformer 5.9%
- #4 Lamp Chronicle
95% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Pixellica Corp.
Windows
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.1%, Metroidvania 25.1%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 8.8%, Cute 5.4%
- #5 Tails of Iron
94% matchVery Positive88% of 14,278 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!
Why similar: Souls-like 34.7%, Metroidvania 15.3%, Swordplay 10.7% ★, Action RPG 10.1%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #6 Unworthy
94% matchVery Positive81% of 842 reviews2018
Dev: Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Games Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 41.8%, Metroidvania 35.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%, Action 4.3%, RPG 4.2%
- #7 Skul: The Hero Slayer
91% matchVery Positive93% of 56,905 reviews2021
Dev: SOUTHPAW GAMESPub: NEOWIZ
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Guide 'Skul' on his quest to single-handedly take on the Imperial Army and rescue his King from captivity, in an action-packed rogue-lite 2D platformer for the ages.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Pixel Graphics 17.4%, Action 12.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Indie 7.4%
- #8 SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Planet Tobor
Windows
A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!
Why similar: Souls-like 30.2%, Metroidvania 26.3%, Platformer 7.5%, Action RPG 6%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
- #9 末代侠客
92% matchVery Positive86% of 223 reviews2021
Dev: 夜葬半歌Pub: Mecrew Games
Windows
个人独立开发的像素武侠风横版动作游戏,以电子游戏的形式为大家展示在南宋末年蒙古入侵中原、江湖没落、大侠绝迹的背景下,怀有侠义之心的剑客贯彻心中理念的故事。
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Swordplay 14.5% ★, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #10 The Weird Dream
91% 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 43.9%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Adventure 7.6%, Action RPG 7.4%
- #11 SwooshCat
89% matchVery Positive87% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: PixelForestStudio
Windows
SwooshCat is a vibrant precision-platformer adventure. Leap, dash, slash, stab, roll, and ricochet your way through a charming pixel world as you help a brave little cat 🐾 explore and battle!
Why similar: Souls-like 21.8%, Metroidvania 20.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action RPG 8%, Platformer 6%
- #12 Immortal Planet
90% matchMixed62% of 390 reviews2017
Dev: teedoubleuGAMES
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Immortal Planet is an action RPG with challenging combat that rewards patience and punishes recklessness. Explore the crumbling remains of a society of immortals trapped in endless cycles of rebirth. Fight your way to discover the planet's mystery and escape its curse.
Why similar: Souls-like 61.8%, Action 6.7%, RPG 6.6%, Adventure 6%, Action RPG 5.4%
- #13 HunterX: code name T
88% matchVery Positive88% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.6%, Metroidvania 29.9%, Platformer 10%, Action RPG 9.3%, RPG 5.4%
- #14 Adventure of Samsara
86% matchVery Positive95% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: Ilex GamesPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
A hero resurrected. A new Adventure. With stunning, 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world, and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. Become the Solar Champion and restore balance to the multiverse.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.9%, Metroidvania 20.4%, Swordplay 15.1% ★, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 6.2%
- #15 Demon Peak
89% matchMixed69% of 242 reviews2017
Dev: Kajak Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%
In Demon Peak, you play as the nameless warrior, trapped inside the depths of an unholy Mountain. Explore the mysterious and perilous enviroments, fight against a multitude of different enemies and gather magical abilities to overcome the Mountain's evil inhabitants.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.1%, Adventure 11.4%, Action 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Platformer 9.8%
- #16 Souldiers
87% matchMixed69% of 2,964 reviews2022
Dev: Retro ForgePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, Souls-like 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Combat 5.2%
- #17 Death's Door
85% matchVery Positive93% of 21,056 reviews2021
Dev: Acid NervePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.
Why similar: Souls-like 41.8%, Metroidvania 19%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Action RPG 7.2%, Cute 7.2%
- #18 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
86% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 47.1%, Metroidvania 26.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Platformer 4%, RPG 3.4%
- #19 DEVIATOR
84% matchMixed68% of 988 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.7%, Metroidvania 30%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 8.2%, Action 4.2%
- #20 The Devil Within: Satgat
83% matchMostly Positive80% of 879 reviews2024
Dev: Newcore Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.
Why similar: Souls-like 29.7%, Metroidvania 25.6%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 8.4%, Dark 6%
- #21 Paper Animal Adventure
82% matchVery Positive98% of 222 reviews2025
Dev: Cuddling Raccoons StudioPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Paper Animal Adventure is a cute roguelike game where you can explore a colorful world, fight scary enemies, and relax with your friends at the campfire! Will you be the one to seal the timelines and find the missing king?
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Action RPG 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Fantasy 7.2%, Cute 7%
- #22 The Tarnishing of Juxtia
84% matchMixed68% of 654 reviews2022
Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 57%
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 31.2%, Metroidvania 20.3%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 7.4%, Dark 6.3%
- #23 TUNIC
79% matchVery Positive91% of 17,199 reviews2022
Dev: TUNIC TeamPub: Finji
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.
Why similar: Souls-like 36.6%, Metroidvania 32%, Action-Adventure 7.6%, Action RPG 6.3%, Cute 6.1%
- #24 ITORAH
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 886 reviews2022
Dev: Grimbart TalesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Adventure 5%
- #25 Ato
81% matchVery Positive97% of 463 reviews2020
Dev: Tiny Warrior Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A world of Beauty and Mystery, Emotive Animations, Atmospheric Environments, Visually Driven Story, Metroidvania Exploration and Memorable Sword Duels.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Swordplay 21.8% ★, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Platformer 5.4%
- #26 Tearscape
78% matchVery Positive93% of 250 reviews2026
Dev: NERDS TAKE OVER
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 33.5%, Metroidvania 25.9%, 2D Platformer 6.8%, Action RPG 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #27 Rebel Transmute
80% matchMostly Positive75% of 272 reviews2024
Dev: Fatal Fawn GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.4%, Metroidvania 29.7%, 2D Platformer 9%, Platformer 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #28 Twilight Monk
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 346 reviews2025
Dev: Aquatic Moon GamesPub: GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd.
Windows
Embark on a quest to recover the Three Rings of the Triskelion, as the last descendant of ancient Kung Fu warriors in Twilight Monk!. Experience a richly crafted Metroidvania, RPG, with intricately crafted dungeons, linked across a vast overworld spanning multiple continents.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 26.1%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 7.6%, Action RPG 6.7%
- #29 Madness
82% matchMixed56% of 131 reviews2016
Dev: Indie Games StudioPub: Enoops
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You a hero, so have to explore a world full of dangers. overcome various difficulties, traps and demons.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.9%, Action 17.6%, Adventure 14.3%, RPG 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%
- #30 Rabbit Hole
77% matchVery Positive90% of 1,581 reviews2024
Dev: ShortCake_CafePub: Engi_ee
Windows
Rabbit Hole is a fast paced, tough-as-nails 2D RogueLike-Shooter, made with love for the genre. You are Disc, someone who was suddenly brought to the Rabbit Hole. Collect guns, fight foes and meet strange new characters on your descent to the bottom, all in an attempt to find your heart again.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31%, Platformer 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Cute 10.8%, Adventure 9.7%
- #31 Hollow Knight
76% 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 41.1%, Souls-like 34.7%, Platformer 10.1%, Adventure 3.1%, 2D 3%
- #32 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
75% matchVery Positive96% of 241 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 9.2%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Adventure 7.2%
- #33 Kingdom Shell
76% matchVery Positive89% of 232 reviews2023
Dev: Cup of PixelsPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.
Why similar: Souls-like 28.8%, Metroidvania 28.4%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Dark 5.3%
- #34 Imp of the Sun
78% matchMixed65% of 241 reviews2022
Dev: Sunwolf EntertainmentPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Restore the Sun’s light and end the Eternal Eclipse in this 2D fast-paced action-platformer game inspired by Peruvian cultures. Explore hand-crafted environments, battle and improve your skills to defeat the Four Keepers that stole the power of the Sun.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 11.9%, Cute 7%, Combat 5.8%
- #35 Frauki's Adventure!
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 51 reviews2021
Dev: CLYDE games
Windows · Linux
Frauki's Adventure is a challenging melee-combat platformer set in a large, interconnected world. Dodge, slash, stomp, and outplay a variety of intelligent and deadly Alien Robots. Discover shortcuts and find hidden upgrades. Challenging sword-fights and a sprawling, bizarre world await!
Why similar: Souls-like 31.8%, Metroidvania 29.1%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #36 Aestik
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 91 reviews2024
Dev: Hooded Traveler Games
Windows
Make impactful decisions in moral dilemma situations, which will change the course of your journey through this atmospheric, hand-drawn metroidvania. Explore the hazardous paths of the Realm of Aestik and fight its corrupted inhabitants as you unravel its deep-rooted mysteries.
Why similar: Souls-like 25.3%, Metroidvania 23.5%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 7.2%, Cute 7.1%
- #37 Dragon Is Dead
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 677 reviews2025
Dev: TeamSuneatPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Dragon is Dead is a 2D dark fantasy roguelite with hack-and-slash combat and unlockable classes. Build class skill trees, slot runes, and chase Legendary and Mythic loot through corrupted stages.
Why similar: Souls-like 35.2%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Action RPG 13.1%, Platformer 11.4%, Action 6%
- #38 Vindilis
73% matchVery Positive97% of 65 reviews2025
Dev: François Mauxion
Windows
Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.
Why similar: Souls-like 37%, Swordplay 18.8% ★, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Action-Adventure 7%, Platformer 6.1%
- #39 Unsouled
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 357 reviews2022
Dev: Megusta GamePub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Unsouled is a 2D action RPG game requiring immense elaborate control. Take a break from repetitive attack and dodge action by challenging yourself with the world of Unsouled.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.9%, Swordplay 24.5% ★, Action RPG 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #40 Bat to Bed
72% matchVery Positive88% of 59 reviews2025
Dev: Brothers Make Games
Windows · Mac
A punishing yet friendly get-to-the-top adventure across a haunted, retro-inspired world.
Why similar: Dark 27.9%, Pixel Graphics 21.2%, Fantasy 14.8%, Action 14.7%, Platformer 12.5%
- #41 Overbowed
73% matchVery Positive91% of 86 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 37.4%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Adventure 4.9%
- #42 Nine Sols
69% matchVery Positive95% of 38,824 reviews2024
Dev: RedCandleGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
Why similar: Souls-like 36.7%, Metroidvania 35.7%, Platformer 9.7%, Action 4.2%, Action-Adventure 4.1%
- #43 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,302 reviews2024
Dev: GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.
Why similar: Platformer 24.9%, Cute 15.1%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, RPG 8.9%, Adventure 8.5%
- #44 The Story Goes On
74% matchMostly Positive80% of 127 reviews2018
Dev: Scarecrow Arts
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
You are the hero inside the storybook of an obsessed author pondering with his life’s work. Explore repeating worlds, befriend a talking scarecrow and swing your sword really fast, while uncovering the true, overarching adventure within.
Why similar: Swordplay 41.1% ★, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Action 14.9%, Adventure 14.1%, 2D 7.3%
- #45 Gravethorn
69% matchVery Positive90% of 63 reviews2026
Dev: Volviir
Windows
Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets.
Why similar: Souls-like 43.4%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Action RPG 10%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
- #46 Salt and Sanctuary
71% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.
Why similar: Souls-like 55.8%, Metroidvania 25%, Platformer 4.7%, Dark 3%, RPG 2.7%
- #47 Equinox
72% matchVery Positive83% of 139 reviews2021
Dev: Open Alpha
Windows · Mac
The moon has shattered. Plunged into darkness, the world looks to an unlikely hero: a tiny yet tenacious bunny. Defy all odds and reach for the stars in this whimsical 2D platformer.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 40.8%, Platformer 22.6%, Cute 11.9%, Adventure 10.5%, 2D 6.6%
- #48 Eastern Exorcist
70% matchVery Positive84% of 6,714 reviews2021
Dev: Wildfire Game(无锡野火数字科技有限公司)
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.
Why similar: Souls-like 42.2%, Platformer 9.5%, Action RPG 9%, Metroidvania 9%, Action 6.9%
- #49 The Little Brave
70% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: Dmitrii Batov
Windows
Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, 2D Platformer 21.2%, Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Cute 6.6%
- #50 Solateria
68% 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: Souls-like 33.8%, Metroidvania 32.1%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 7%, Dark 3.5%
- #51 Shadow Labyrinth
70% matchMixed57% of 323 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 42.9%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 8%, Action 7.8%
- #52 Darxanadon
71% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.4%, Metroidvania 27.9%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action RPG 8.2%, Action-Adventure 6.1%
- #53 Cheese Moon
68% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Sott
Windows · Mac
Cheese Moon is an adventure game where cute rabbits explore the moon. Uncover a huge secret hidden on the far side by battling aggressive cheese creatures and mysterious machines marked with 'RTMK.' Summon rabbit clones to clear stages. With 5 worlds and 100 stages, an epic journey awaits!
Why similar: Conversation 24.9%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Cute 12.1%, Adventure 10.3%
- #54 Master Key
67% matchVery Positive92% of 262 reviews2024
Dev: Achromi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master Key is a top-down adventure game with a strong focus on item-based exploration and secrets. Embark on a journey to discover what that key could be used for and meet colorful characters!
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Cute 7.2%, Adventure 6.1%
- #55 Lone Fungus
66% matchVery Positive84% of 1,139 reviews2023
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Platformer 11%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Adventure 5.6%
- #56 Path of Sacrifice
67% matchVery Positive93% of 113 reviews2021
Dev: 谜之老六Pub: Mecrew Games
Windows
This is a game that you will become weaker.You are a powerful magic knight, but you need sacrifice them to arrive the next floor.Until you lost everything,like a mortal challenged the constantly growing devil king.The only thing left in the end is your exquisite swordsmanship and brave heart.
Why similar: Swordplay 29% ★, 2D Platformer 27.2%, Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Adventure 6.7%
- #57 Oblitus
71% matchMixed52% of 135 reviews2015
Dev: Connor Ullmann
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Test your limits against a brutal and mysterious world as Parvus, a curious warrior with a heavy burden. Raise your spear and cast ancient spells as you battle hostile creatures and towering bosses in procedurally-generated 2D landscapes. Answer the call. Break the cycle. Change your destiny.
Why similar: Souls-like 48.6%, Platformer 16.5%, Adventure 14.9%, Action 12.6%, Indie 7.5%
- #58 Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter
64% matchVery Positive80% of 1,814 reviews2025
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Embark upon a vast, snow-ravaged kingdom in Tails of Iron 2, sequel to the critically acclaimed action-RPG. As Arlo, heir to the Warden of the Wastes, adventure through harsh northern lands, home to giant beasts and ragtag bandits, in an epic quest to overcome an ancient, blood-starved evil.
Why similar: Souls-like 43.5%, Action RPG 11.3%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Combat 7%, Swordplay 6.3% ★
- #59 Stolen Hearts: Wolf Knight
65% matchVery Positive94% of 87 reviews2024
Dev: Mr. MooPub: Mr. Moo Games
Windows · Mac
Stolen Hearts: Wolf Knight is an action precision platformer. Dash through challenging obstacles. Take powers of the enemies. Discover hidden secrets. Find the lost Hearts and guide them safely home. Defeat the Wolf King and his minions. Collect fireflies for character customizations along the way.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 30%, Platformer 17%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Cute 9.1%
- #60 Toroom
67% matchMostly Positive80% of 198 reviews2021
Dev: Gagonfe
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Toroom is a dungeon crawler roguelike-like top-down shooter, where the protagonist just wants to come back to his bedroom after waking up in a world of fantasy. Fight your way through multiple biomes, clear rooms full of enemies, get as much loot as possible and defeat the bosses in your way.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 37.5%, Action 23.9%, Cute 17.8%, 2D 13.9%, Singleplayer 6.9%