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  1. #1 MIO: Memories in Orbit
    96% matchVery Positive83% of 2,890 reviews2026
    Dev: Douze DixièmesPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

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

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Precision Platformer 16%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Exploration 9.8%, Robots 7.4%

  2. #2 Environmental Station Alpha
    97% matchVery Positive83% of 1,601 reviews2015
    Dev: Arvi TeikariPub: Hempuli Oy
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 61.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Platformer 7.6%, Retro 6.7%, Exploration 4.2%

  3. #3 Haiku, the Robot
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 3,390 reviews2022
    Dev: Mister Morris Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Exploration 9.1%, Retro 8.2%, Robots 8.2%

  4. #4 PSYCRON
    95% matchVery Positive94% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: Mothware
    Windows

    A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Exploration 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Sci-fi 6.4%

  5. #5 One Gun Guy
    94% matchMixed69% of 916 reviews2022
    Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    One Gun Guy is a straight forward no nonsense action platformer, one giant level littered with player upgrades, hazards to tackle, enemies to destroy, a boss to kill, and multiple difficulty settings.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 26.6%, 2D Platformer 17%, Retro 13.4%, Exploration 9.1%, Platformer 8.1%

  6. #6 pear potion🍐
    94% matchVery Positive95% of 77 reviews2021
    Dev: vemu games
    Windows

    a cute little metroidvania with challenging combat and witchcraft 🧙🍐

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Retro 11.3%, Cute 8.3%, Exploration 7.8%

  7. #7 Gato Roboto
    93% matchVery Positive94% of 5,065 reviews2019
    Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.2%, Retro 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Platformer 6.5%, Cute 5.5%

  8. #8 Quarion
    92% matchVery Positive94% of 149 reviews2025
    Dev: ZejoantPub: Bootleg Bytes
    Windows · Linux

    A short 2D pixel-style metroidvania where you explore, fight bosses, aquire items and abilities and find secrets. Inspired by games such as You Have to Win the Game and VVVVVV.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.3%, Retro 13.4%, Exploration 11.8%, Platformer 7.3%, 2D Platformer 7%

  9. #9 Genopanic
    91% matchMostly Positive77% of 364 reviews2024
    Dev: Mobirate
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Precision Platformer 22.9%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Exploration 7.7%, Platformer 6.1%

  10. #10 Super Mombo Quest
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 854 reviews2021
    Dev: Orube Game Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Precision Platformer 27.3%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

  11. #11 lost bits
    89% matchVery Positive99% of 72 reviews2023
    Dev: Studio Mabbit
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A 2.5D retro platformer where you join M1L0 on his quest for the Great Legume.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 34.3%, Retro 16.2%, Robots 14.2%, Action 9.7%, Cute 8.6%

  12. #12 bobo robot
    90% matchVery Positive89% of 79 reviews2020
    Dev: Sokpop Collective
    Windows · Mac

    A wacky metroidvania. ⚡ Meet weird characters, unlock new abilities and complete a mysterious mission . . .

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, Action 30.2%, Adventure 9.7%, Exploration 9.5%, Cute 8.4%

  13. #13 ElecHead
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,305 reviews2021
    Dev: NamaTakahashi
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    ⚡+🤖+🧩

    Why similar: Retro 20.1%, Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Minimalist 9.3%

  14. #14 Roboquest
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 23,771 reviews2023
    Dev: RyseUp Studios
    Windows
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Roboquest is a fast FPS Roguelite in a scorched futureworld. You're a rebooted Guardian, ready to kick some metal ass! Fight with your buddy or by yourself and annihilate hordes of deadly bots in ever-changing environments.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 54.6%, Stylized 22.6%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Action 9.2%, Indie 0.9%

  15. #15 Planet Cube: Edge
    88% matchVery Positive87% of 148 reviews2023
    Dev: Sunna EntertainmentPub: Balor Games
    Windows · Mac

    Planet Cube is being invaded! Prepare to run, gun, jump and dash your way through an underwater science complex, collecting fire-power to turn the tables on a mysterious aggressor. This is high-speed adventuring set in a hand-crafted pixel art world, filled with precision platforming and thrills.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.5%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Cute 9.5%, Platformer 8.4%, Robots 7.6%

  16. #16 Axiom Verge
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 62.9%, Retro 7.5%, Platformer 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Exploration 4.3%

  17. #17 Robot Wants It All
    87% matchVery Positive89% of 187 reviews2019
    Dev: Hamumu Games, Inc.
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Robot wants stuff! Go get it for him in this compilation of the metroidvania Robot Wants series, including an all-new Robot adventure!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Retro 11.9%, Robots 10%, Exploration 8.6%, Platformer 7.9%

  18. #18 Retro Machina
    84% matchVery Positive87% of 252 reviews2021
    Dev: Orbit StudioPub: SuperGG.com
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Retro Machina is a single-player action and exploration game set in a retro-futuristic universe. Experience the journey of a little robot as it solves intricate puzzles and begins unraveling the mysteries of a world long forgotten.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.3%, Robots 13.3%, Exploration 12.8%, Platformer 10%, Action 7.8%

  19. #19 Zolg
    85% matchMostly Positive78% of 223 reviews2016
    Dev: Robert Alvarez
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Zolg is a minimalist top-down shooter where you explore, fight enemies, collect powerups, and defeat bosses.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 50.7%, Minimalist 15.9%, Exploration 10.8%, Retro 9.7%, Action 4.6%

  20. #20 Dungeon of Zolthan
    84% matchMostly Positive77% of 531 reviews2016
    Dev: Robert AlvarezPub: New Reality Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Dungeon of Zolthan is a casual, arcade-style metroidvania platformer where your goal is to defeat Zolthan; a powerful mage that lives inside the dungeon. Using an array of powerups and your own wit and guile, guide your character through Zolthan's Dungeon!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Minimalist 11.4%, Retro 10.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Action 7.1%

  21. #21 SJ-19 Learns To Love!
    82% matchVery Positive100% of 50 reviews2021
    Dev: Zertuk
    Windows · Linux

    SJ-19 Learns to Love is a short boss focused metroidvania about a killer robot who learns to love~ 💕 Explore, defeat bosses, and gain the power of LOVE!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 30.7%, Minimalist 15.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Robots 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  22. #22 Super Roboy
    81% matchVery Positive95% of 130 reviews2025
    Dev: Vincent PenningPub: VP Games
    Windows

    Delve into the world of Super Roboy, a hand-drawn Metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic setting! Learn enemy skills, explore an interconnected world, battle mutants and robots, and uncover the emotional story of a young robot searching for his father.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Retro 9.5%, Exploration 9.4%, Robots 8.6%

  23. #23 Jubilee
    81% matchVery Positive97% of 102 reviews2021
    Dev: finalbossblues
    Windows

    Challenging precision platformer based on tight, fluid movement. Open map layout with multiple routes. Collect gems and save animals.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Precision Platformer 22.7%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 8.4%, Exploration 8.4%

  24. #24 A.R.E.S.: Extinction Agenda
    83% matchMixed69% of 913 reviews2011
    Dev: Extend Studio
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    You are the ultimate weapon with an ultimate sidekick – Collect secret items and get power ups to become the perfect weapon.

    Why similar: Platformer 41.3%, Action 22%, Robots 17.9%, Sci-fi 10.8%, 2D 5.9%

  25. #25 Lone Fungus
    80% 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 32.7%, Precision Platformer 19.4%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Retro 6.3%, Exploration 5.7%

  26. #26 Patch Quest
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 2,747 reviews2023
    Dev: Lychee Game LabsPub: Curve Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    In a labyrinth surrounded by vicious monsters, Explorers must rely on their Lasso to survive! Capture and tame ANY monster to leap, glide, surf, tunnel and websling through a treacherous, patchwork maze. This roguelike/metroidvania seems cute, but it’s a deceptively difficult bullet-hell challenge!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 53.5%, Bullet Hell 37.6%, Action 5.8%, Adventure 2.6%, Indie 0.5%

  27. #27 Escape From Tethys
    82% matchMixed69% of 457 reviews2018
    Dev: Whimsical
    Windows · Mac

    You're trapped, alone and cold on a distant planet. Pursued by a droid with only one purpose: killing everything. You must find an escape. Explore the hostile environment, find secret upgrades and new weapons, and finally make your escape from this dark, hostile planet...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 61.4%, Platformer 12.5%, Exploration 12%, Action 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%

  28. #28 Garbanzo Quest
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 586 reviews2024
    Dev: zagawee
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 28.7%, 2D Platformer 19%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Retro 11.4%, Platformer 8%

  29. #29 CrushBorgs
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 114 reviews2022
    Dev: Xitilon
    Windows

    "Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.

    Why similar: Retro 23.5%, 2D Platformer 20.9%, Robots 17.3%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Platformer 10.8%

  30. #30 Guns of Fury
    77% matchVery Positive88% of 848 reviews2025
    Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Retro 14.5%, Platformer 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  31. #31 Transiruby
    78% matchVery Positive92% of 290 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 49.8%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Cute 7.5%, Platformer 5.8%

  32. #32 A Robot Named Fight!
    78% matchVery Positive88% of 883 reviews2017
    Dev: Morningstar Game Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A Robot Named Fight is a Metroidvania roguelike focused on exploration and item collection. Explore a different, procedurally-generated labyrinth each time you play and discover randomized power-ups to traverse obstacles, find secrets and explode meat beasts.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.1%, Retro 11.3%, Robots 8.6%, Platformer 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

  33. #33 qomp
    76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 528 reviews2021
    Dev: Stuffed WombatPub: Atari
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    You are the Ball. Escape.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 32.1%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Metroidvania 14.3%, Exploration 9.7%, Stylized 8.1%

  34. #34 Minishoot' Adventures
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,362 reviews2024
    Dev: SoulGame Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, Exploration 10%, Minimalist 7.8%, Cute 7.4%

  35. #35 Rusted Moss
    74% matchVery Positive90% of 1,532 reviews2023
    Dev: faxdoc, happysquared, sunnydazePub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Rusted Moss is a twin-stick shooter metroidvania where you sling around the map with your grapple, blasting your way through witches and rusted machine monstrosities alike. This wasteland once harboring mankind has since fallen, and Fae long forgotten now knock on humanity's door...

    Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Precision Platformer 22.6%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 10%, Retro 9.2%

  36. #36 Stray Savior
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 61 reviews2025
    Dev: Gustav
    Windows

    Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 33.6%, Precision Platformer 20.3%, Platformer 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Action 9.5%

  37. #37 BZZZT
    72% matchVery Positive94% of 1,120 reviews2023
    Dev: KO.DLLPub: CINEMAX GAMES
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a cute story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.8%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Cute 9.9%, Robots 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  38. #38 Astronite
    75% matchMostly Positive75% of 183 reviews2022
    Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Astronite is a 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Recover the planet where you and yours lived before it was invaded by strange creatures.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Precision Platformer 20.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Exploration 10.1%, Platformer 6.2%

  39. #39 MindSeize
    75% matchMostly Positive75% of 305 reviews2020
    Dev: Kamina Dimension
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    MindSeize is a 2D Metroidvania game set in a Sci-Fi-universe. Transfer your mind to a robot and rescue your beloved one!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Action 11.7%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Retro 8.5%, Exploration 6%

  40. #40 1 Screen Platformer
    74% matchVery Positive87% of 424 reviews2019
    Dev: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLC
    Windows · Mac

    This is a SHORT, 2D PLATFORMER with TIGHT CONTROLS about exploring a single level to get past a bunch of TRAPS. There is an EASY mode and a HARD mode depending on your skill level.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.9%, 2D Platformer 22.1%, Retro 8.6%, Platformer 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

  41. #41 MO:Astray
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 5,025 reviews2019
    Dev: Archpray Inc.Pub: Rayark International Limited
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    MO: Astray is a pixel art, side-scrolling, action-platformer. Lead MO through mind-bending puzzles using special abilities. Bizarre enemies, threatening traps and ingenious level designs await.

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 21.7%, Cute 17.8%, Platformer 17.4%, Action 13.4%, Sci-fi 12.6%

  42. #42 Hypogea
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 687 reviews2025
    Dev: Charlie Wagner
    Windows

    Escape from a mysterious underground megastructure in this short atmospheric 3d-platformer.

    Why similar: Robots 37.2%, Retro 22.8%, Platformer 19.3%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Adventure 8.7%

  43. #43 Roboquest VR
    70% matchVery Positive91% of 425 reviews2025
    Dev: Flat2VR Studios
    Windows

    The future is in flames, overrun by ruthless machines—but you’re built to fight back. Roboquest VR is a lightning-fast roguelite FPS where speed, firepower, and reflexes are your best weapons. Adapt, survive, and reboot the future!

    Why similar: Robots 63.4%, Action 28.2%, Adventure 7.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%, Indie 0.3%

  44. #44 Exophobia
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 136 reviews2024
    Dev: Zarc AttackPub: PM Studios, inc.
    Windows

    Explore and fight your way through a crashed human spaceship infested with relentless hordes of aliens as you become more powerful with exciting weapon upgrades and powerups in this retro inspired first-person shooter.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 49.8%, Exploration 12.7%, Stylized 12%, Retro 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

  45. #45 Gravity Circuit
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 3,462 reviews2023
    Dev: Domesticated Ant GamesPub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.9%, Retro 14.8%, Platformer 14.5%, Robots 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%

  46. #46 Bad Bots
    76% matchMixed55% of 260 reviews2013
    Dev: Point Five ProjectsPub: Digital Tribe
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    As Sam McRae, last surviving member of the “Titan Hauler” crew, you must hack and blast your way through an onslaught of truly bad 'bots to find a way to prevent a potential planet-destroying catastrophe.

    Why similar: Action 89.3%, Indie 10.7%

  47. #47 Recompile
    73% matchMixed69% of 174 reviews2021
    Dev: PhigamesPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows

    This atmospheric, Metroidvania hacking adventure lets you take control of a semi-sapient program struggling against deletion. In the sprawling 3D world of a Mainframe, Recompile features intense combat, tight 3D platforming, super-powered abilities and an environmental logic-based hacking mechanic.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 55%, Exploration 15.3%, Stylized 10.4%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 5.4%

  48. #48 Blue Fire
    70% matchVery Positive81% of 3,030 reviews2021
    Dev: Robi StudiosPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Precision Platformer 27.4%, Exploration 9.3%, Cute 8.3%, Platformer 7.2%

  49. #49 Auridia
    68% matchVery Positive98% of 144 reviews2025
    Dev: Norseboar Games
    Windows · Mac

    Explore an interconnected world full of platforming challenges in this short metroidvania. Reach new areas by swinging from ceilings, throwing bombs, bouncing off spikes, and more. Examine dozens of artifacts, commune with forgotten gods, and piece together what happened to Auridia.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 56.9%, Exploration 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Platformer 8.2%, Action 3.9%

  50. #50 SteamWorld Dig
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 10,641 reviews2013
    Dev: Image & Form Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    SteamWorld Dig is an action-adventure puzzler with strong Metroidvanian influences set in the SteamWorld Universe. You’ll need to dig deep into the earth, gather resources to upgrade your tools and abilities, take on enemies, solve challenging puzzles and uncover the secrets to save a dying town.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 57.1%, Platformer 14.9%, Robots 9.8%, Exploration 6.2%, Action 3.6%

  51. #51 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons
    71% matchVery Positive96% of 89 reviews2019
    Dev: Adventure Islands
    Windows · Mac

    Hop into a Game Boy inspired metroidvania adventure! Explore a huge and open dungeon and find ability upgrades to help you in your quest! Can you survive the tiny dangerous dungeons and find the presumably huge treasure?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Retro 16.8%, Platformer 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Exploration 7.5%

  52. #52 Xeodrifter
    71% matchMostly Positive76% of 855 reviews2014
    Dev: Atooi
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Retro 11.1%, Precision Platformer 10.7%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Exploration 7.3%

  53. #53 Elsie
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 67 reviews2024
    Dev: Knight Shift GamesPub: Playtonic Friends
    Windows · Linux

    Elsie is a technicolour, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action-platformer filled with procedurally generated levels, an army of robots to blast through, and a wide scope of items & weaponry to make each run unique. Master countless magitek weapons and abilities in order to embrace the chaos.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27%, 2D Platformer 22%, Retro 14.6%, Robots 11.5%, Platformer 9%

  54. #54 Metal Bringer
    65% matchVery Positive88% of 1,110 reviews2025
    Dev: ALPHAWING Inc.Pub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!

    Why similar: Robots 46.7%, Sci-fi 27.8%, Action 21.9%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  55. #55 30XX
    65% matchVery Positive91% of 2,738 reviews2023
    Dev: Batterystaple Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 35.4%, Platformer 14.9%, Robots 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Sci-fi 9.1%

  56. #56 Rift Racoon
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 81 reviews2019
    Dev: Marcos Game Dev
    Windows

    Rift Racoon is an intense precision platformer about a lost racoon with a fun abillity: teleportation! Teleport through dangerous traps, use your claws to climb walls and jump your way across difficult platforming levels with retro visuals!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.8%, 2D Platformer 20%, Retro 10.7%, Platformer 7.8%, Cute 7.3%

  57. #57 Whackerball
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 73 reviews2023
    Dev: foolsroom
    Windows

    Whackerball is a twin-stick shooter roguelite with Breakout inspired mechanics. Master the unique combat system as you venture through a multitude of diverse areas while collecting powerful and game changing upgrades.

    Why similar: Cute 22.5%, Minimalist 21.4%, Retro 19.1%, Action 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%

  58. #58 MotionRec
    63% matchVery Positive100% of 360 reviews2025
    Dev: HANDSUMPub: PLAYISM
    Windows

    MotionRec is a recording puzzle action game where you progress through stages by recording and playing back your own movements.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Retro 12.2%, Robots 9.8%, Exploration 9%

  59. #59 Downwell
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,486 reviews2015
    Dev: MoppinPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.8%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Retro 7.8%

  60. #60 Pogo Rogue
    65% matchVery Positive92% of 208 reviews2024
    Dev: Bounce Back Games
    Windows

    Bounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.2%, 2D Platformer 22.3%, Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Robots 7.7%

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