Games Like Tres-Bashers

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 33.2%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Platformer 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a deep, interconnected world with a heavy emphasis on movement-based exploration and challenging combat.

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 31.1%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Lore-Rich 8.5%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a similar focus on atmospheric exploration and tight, retro-inspired platforming mechanics.

Batbarian: Testament of the Primordials is a snarky action-adventure puzzle game with a good dose of humor. Explore hundreds of secret-filled rooms, fight big bosses, gather companions for your party and use the powers of Pip—your bat buddy—to solve puzzles and escape the eldritch abyss!

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Platformer 10.5%, Funny 8.9%, Retro 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique blend of puzzle-solving, exploration, and action set within a dark, atmospheric world.

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 39.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Side Scroller 8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines fast-paced action and platforming with a vibrant, colorful world that feels very similar to the energy of Tres-Bashers.

Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Lore-Rich 11.2%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like Tres-Bashers, this game draws heavily from folklore and cryptid themes to create a spooky yet engaging metroidvania experience.

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 48.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Platformer 8.9%, Retro 7.1%, Side Scroller 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a punchy, retro-styled action experience that captures the same 'cute but dangerous' vibe.

Repel an invasion of mysterious charming creatures in a vast murky marshland. Strike your foes in a God-like slash-based manner and experience ambiguous encounters brimming with personality.

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Retro 14.2%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Cute 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A short, high-energy action game that focuses on satisfying combat and a distinct, quirky pixel-art style.

Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, 1980s 12.8%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the classic monster-bashing feel with its retro aesthetic and interconnected dungeon design.

Fight, dash, swim and bite your way through 3 different dungeons. Let the inner shark out! Face many different opponents and defeat powerful bosses. Makis Adventure is an Action-Platformer with a bite!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Action-Adventure 11%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game balances exploration and action with a lighthearted tone that makes it a great companion to Tres-Bashers.

Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Horror 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Platformer 9.9%, Atmospheric 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: While more puzzle-focused, its atmospheric world and deep secrets will appeal to anyone who loves exploring interconnected maps.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Side Scroller 13.6%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a darker, more atmospheric take on the metroidvania genre with excellent pixel art and challenging combat.

A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

Why similar: Metroidvania 62.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Platformer 9.1%, Adventure 7.3%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a charming protagonist and a sprawling map full of secrets, fitting the adventure-heavy nature of the seed game.

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: Metroidvania 36.4%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Retro 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a polished metroidvania experience with a focus on fluid combat and rewarding exploration.

Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Platformer 10.2%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, 2D Platformer 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a fun, action-packed adventure with a distinct cartoon aesthetic and plenty of secrets to uncover.

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 38.3%, Platformer 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on high-speed platforming and combat, providing a very energetic and fun gameplay loop.

Fight monsters, ghosts, and zombies with your mighty sythe! Find all the secrets, and unlock powerful weapons! Avoid saws, fireballs, pools of acid, and spikes! Kraino Origins is retro gaming goodness!

Why similar: Side Scroller 13.9%, 1980s 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the classic action-platformer feel with a spooky theme and satisfying combat encounters.

Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse.

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, Platformer 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Side Scroller 5.9%, Cute 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features a cute, funny tone paired with tight platforming and exploration that matches the spirit of Tres-Bashers.

Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Platformer 9.7%, Adventure 9.1%, Retro 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to classic action-adventure games that captures the same retro charm and exploration-focused gameplay.

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Platformer 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Retro 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game is a masterclass in retro monster-bashing, focusing on character-swapping action and classic platforming.

Fantasy metroidvania with a moral choice and hunting the bosses who are not going to patiently wait for you in their lair. Study the monsters. Track'em. Kill'em. Exploration of the vast interconnected fairytale world, an acrobatic combat system and weird locals are what awaits you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 14.7%, Colorful 5.7%, 2D 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: It blends metroidvania exploration with unique martial arts combat and a distinct, folklore-inspired atmosphere.

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 33.2%, Side Scroller 14.4%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a great mix of atmospheric exploration and pixel-art action that feels very similar to Tres-Bashers.

Travel back in time to change fate itself, in this beautifully crafted story-driven adventure, inspired by classic 90s action-platformers. Join timekeeper Lunais on her quest for revenge against the empire that killed her family, using time-bending powers to explore a vast, connected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Side Scroller 17%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a beautiful pixel-art world with a compelling story and classic metroidvania exploration mechanics.

Take control of Piko, our hammer wielding heroine, as you bash things up with a big hammer in this cute Anime-styled 2D metroidvania-inspired adventure! Uncover mysteries! Beat the bad guys who do naughty things! Explore the Piko Piko world with her floof fox friend!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 11%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Funny 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a cute aesthetic and fun, fast-paced combat that aligns well with the lighthearted side of the seed game.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Platformer 9.8%, Side Scroller 6.5%, Action 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a rich, story-driven action-adventure experience with gorgeous pixel art and unique boss encounters.

A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Platformer 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Cute 9.1%, Action 5%

Why You'll Like It: It features fluid combat and beautiful pixel art that will feel right at home for fans of the genre.

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 30.3%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Retro 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A compact, charming metroidvania that focuses on the core pillars of exploration and platforming.

Are you ready for the first Yoyovania?! In this 2D top-down adventure you'll explore a sprawling urban landscape, reinterpreting your surroundings through your mastery of yoyo tricks. Navigate the city's many districts, fight rival crime bosses, and regain the influence of the Pipistrello family!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Retro 10.4%

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 44.6%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Magic 5.8%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 58.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Platformer 10.7%, Retro 5%, Adventure 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, retro-styled metroidvania that rewards players who love uncovering deep secrets and exploring mysterious maps.

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 38.3%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Retro 9.6%, Side Scroller 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A focused, punchy metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and boss combat in a compact, retro-inspired package.

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 54.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Lore-Rich 7.6%, Action 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a more challenging, action-heavy take on the metroidvania formula with deep combat mechanics.

Explore, solve puzzles, and fight your way through over 100 screens and return your pumpkin pals!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, 1980s 9.6%, Platformer 8.2%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

In a bizarre universe where the oppressed are on the brink of oblivion, Dandara has awoken to reshape the world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 58.6%, Platformer 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action 10.4%, Action-Adventure 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its unique movement mechanics and atmospheric world offer a fresh take on the action-platformer genre.

Oh hello dearie.. Babushka needs to clean up her big magical cellar. Use hag magic, or just hit stuff with your broom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Side Scroller 10.9%, 1980s 10%, Platformer 9.1%, 2D Platformer 9%

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Cute 7.6%, Atmospheric 7.5%, Side Scroller 5.6%

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 40.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 9%, Retro 7.5%

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 59.5%, Platformer 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Retro 5.6%, Side Scroller 3.6%

Vampire hunters are after a mischievous vampire girl, and it's up to her pet bat to save the day. Flap through peril in this open-ended precision “batformer” with a unique control scheme that re-contextualizes precision platformer trappings and flips them upside-down!

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Platformer 12.9%, Retro 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Cute 9.7%

Witchcrafty is a metroidvania platformer with magical action gameplay, exploration of a weird world, and adorable pixel art graphics. Help the little witch solve the mystery of strange events in the Kingdom, and defeat enemies with fire, lightning, and ice magic.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Side Scroller 11.4%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Platformer 7.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.6%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Horror 7.6%, Platformer 7.2%, Retro 6.7%

A nostalgic metroidvania adventure with insane weapons, skills, and pixel gore. Ride your BMX and blast your enemies as you discover the secrets of the Wasteland.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Retro 10.8%, Platformer 9.6%

Apogee's bash'em and smash'em adventure plunges Johnny Dash into the evil Underworld of Count Chuck, when his dog Tex is kidnapped by Count Chuck along with hundreds of other dogs & cats! Guide Johnny through the Count's gruesome schemes, rescue all the pets, and end this nightmare once and for all!

Why similar: Side Scroller 13.9%, 1980s 13.8%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.3%

Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Platformer 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Action-Adventure 9.5%

Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.2%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 11.6%, Funny 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Platformer 11%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Funny 6.6%

Guide Timmy the little treasure hunter through traps and puzzles to reach the legendary treasure! Experience the classic mini metroidvania remade with new visuals, music, and content!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Side Scroller 11.3%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Platformer 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.8%

Grab your weapons and delve into this action side-scroller intense adventure. Jump around and explore the insane levels. Shoot and dodge your way through enemies. Fight to find your friend and solve the disappearance!

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.3%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Horror 10.4%

Grab, throw, eat, and UTTERLY WRECK everything using a mind-controlled spork in this quirky, story-driven, console-styled platforming dramedy. With an emphasis on variety and a grand sense of adventure, Psycutlery offers a surprising full-course meal, despite all unassuming appearances...

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.9%, Lore-Rich 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 11.4%, Action-Adventure 10.4%

Discover and destroy increasingly horrifying creatures across an oppressive lofi world, wielding fierce weaponry and powerful magic in this pocket-sized action adventure.

Why similar: Horror 26.3%, Action-Adventure 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 20%, Atmospheric 9.6%, Action 8.5%

A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, 1980s 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, 1990's 8.2%, Platformer 7.5%

The Halloween spirit is missing! Play as Scary and help him save HallowTown. "Death or Treat" is a 2D action-roguelite and hack & slash, with handpainted environments and traditional animation. Explore all the worlds and defeat hordes of enemies using different weapons and skills.

Why similar: 1990's 26%, Colorful 20%, Cute 15%, Action-Adventure 12%, 2D 11.6%

Hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan in Chronicles of the Wolf! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo in this epic adventure featuring brutal bosses, vast castles, and secrets to uncover. Narration by the legendary Robert Belgrade and other special appearances!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Side Scroller 13.5%, 1980s 12.1%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, 1990's 9.2%

A punishing yet friendly get-to-the-top adventure across a haunted, retro-inspired world.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.1%, Atmospheric 18.1%, Action 14.9%, Retro 14.4%, Platformer 14.1%

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 47.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Lore-Rich 11.2%, Platformer 10.4%, Atmospheric 7.3%

Fearmonium is a psychedelic metroidvania where suspense intertwines with humour. Beginning the game as an unpleasant memory, you must progress and become a true phobia by breaking through all boundaries to uncover the most hidden corners of Max's mind.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.6%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Atmospheric 8.4%, 2D 5.3%, Action 5.2%

Play Skelattack and save the Underworld in this fun action platformer! Together with your best bat friend Imber, you jump, slash, and flap your way though the Underworld and stop the human threat!

Why similar: Platformer 30.1%, Metroidvania 27.5%, Action 16.1%, Adventure 13.8%, Funny 7%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Action 29.3%, Adventure 25.9%, Cute 6.5%, Colorful 4.8%

Oh no! Jerma985 has fallen into a spooky cavern filled with ROBOT dinosaurs and EVIL warlocks. In this wacky action-platformer, fight to escape the treacherous cavern while a live studio chat cheers you on!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.7%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Magic 17.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 13.5%

A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.4%, Platformer 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Retro 12.4%