- #1 UROS: A Trip Through Shadows
97% matchMixed61% of 65 reviews2021
Dev: Oniric KittensPub: ESAT
Windows
Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.7%, Souls-like 17.8%, Mythology 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Side Scroller 8.6%
- #2 Steel Flood
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Egobounds
Windows
Explore a fallen utopia in this action-packed adventure platformer. Harness the weather to find new paths. Fight the untamed machines and seek ways to get their fragile parts for crafting. Become the savior of humanity or its doom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Souls-like 21%, Difficult 9.7%, Platformer 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%
- #3 WarriOrb: Prologue
96% matchVery Positive88% of 400 reviews2019
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
WarriOrb: Prologue is a free standalone demo for the action platformer WarriOrb, where you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one... Are you ready to do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.5%, Souls-like 18.9%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Difficult 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%
- #4 Enemies Within
95% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: BoomSqueak
Windows
Battle corrupted enemies, liberate afflicted allies, and explore a modernly medieval world on the verge of self-destruction in this action-packed 2D side scrolling adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Souls-like 18.7%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Difficult 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #5 GRIME
94% matchVery Positive85% of 6,637 reviews2021
Dev: Clover BitePub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.6%, Souls-like 18.7%, 2.5D 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Difficult 8.9%
- #6 Rune Fencer Illyia
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nootbox Games
Windows
Traverse a massive, ruined and beautiful world in this intense, atmospheric action platformer. Steal enemy abilities and fight them back with their own runic magic and deadly swordplay, as you attempt to find your lost twin sister in the sunken kingdom of Ithos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.7%, Souls-like 16.4%, Swordplay 14%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
- #7 Void Memory
94% matchMixed67% of 231 reviews2017
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Metroidvania 19.9%, Souls-like 19.6%, RPG 9.1%, Difficult 8.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%
- #8 3000th Duel
92% matchMostly Positive72% of 628 reviews2019
Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
3000th Duel is action-adventure game that has speedy, exciting battles as its charm. Fight against monsters with your own style of battle to travel an unidentified world and discover a secret hidden.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.6%, Souls-like 18.1%, 2.5D 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Side Scroller 9.3%
- #9 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: Innocent Soul
Windows
Lost Wish: In the desperate world is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish...
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Souls-like 21.3%, Difficult 10.9%, Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #10 DEVIATOR
91% matchMixed67% of 1,004 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: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 9%, 2D Platformer 8.9%, Platformer 8.7%
- #11 Children of Birch
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UvuikSmoniti
Windows
"Children of the Birch" is a dark fantasy metroidvania inspired by the mythology of various Slavic peoples and combining a sophisticated platformer with a depressing narrative.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 21.8%, Mythology 11.7%, Difficult 10%, Platformer 9.2%
- #12 Fatal Claw
89% matchVery Positive97% of 142 reviews2025
Dev: NDEV GAMESPub: Com2us Holdings
Windows
Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!
Why similar: Metroidvania 18%, Souls-like 17.5%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Difficult 9.1%
- #13 Solateria
88% matchVery Positive84% of 618 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: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 22.2%, Difficult 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Platformer 7.1%
- #14 THE DARK DWELLERS
89% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: COLNELIUS
Windows
In this dank pit of rot and undeath, take control of The Mortali, the newest member of ragtag-group THE DARK DWELLERS. Fight and crawl your way through this subterranean land, collect unique weapons, learn devastating Blood Magic spells and attempt to end The Maddening Curse.
Why similar: Souls-like 20.6%, Metroidvania 19.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Difficult 10.5%, Side Scroller 8.9%
- #15 Infinitevania
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: JHT Games
Windows
Explore different worlds, defeat enemies and challenging bosses, in search of power to destroy the core of infinitevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Souls-like 19.7%, Platformer 10%, Difficult 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%
- #16 DREIFRAME
86% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: MrDrone
Windows
Dive into the decaying machine world of DREIFRAME, a pixel-art metroidvania packed with challenge. As a Frame, a sword-wielding robot, fight brutal enemies, exploit their weaknesses, unlock powerful but risky abilities, and uncover the land’s story through exploration and combat.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Souls-like 23.6%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 9.8%, Multiple Endings 4.6%
- #17 Custodian: Beginning of the End
86% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2021
Dev: Red-Pixel
Windows
Custodian: Beginning of the End is a brutal and difficult platformer designed for caution and reaction. Explore, seek secrets and collect mechanisms to become even stronger and meet the impending End!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Souls-like 19%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Difficult 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
- #18 Midpoint
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frandy
Windows
Midpoint is a 2D Metroidvania with RPG elements. Destroy, dodge, and steal spiritual energy from your foes. Be possessed by spirits of light and darkness to gain unique upgrades, sacrifice certain traits to unlock greater power. Free the world before being consumed by darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Souls-like 21.7%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Platformer 9.3%
- #19 Emberbane
84% matchMixed61% of 135 reviews2026
Dev: Hamlet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 14.8%, Mythology 12%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
- #20 Unbound: Worlds Apart
84% matchVery Positive84% of 1,316 reviews2021
Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Summon portals to overcome vicious beasts, devious puzzles and fiendish platforming challenges. Master the unique powers of each portal to stop the collapse of reality, while exploring lush, hand-drawn worlds and unraveling a deep narrative full of mysteries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, Souls-like 11.4%, Platformer 11.4%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%
- #21 Palace of a Thousand Curses
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Scruffy Dog Games
Windows
Parry and thrust your way into a 2.5D action platformer with a unique style-based combat system. As you explore hidden passageways and duel strange creatures, you will need all of your swashbuckling panache to survive.
Why similar: Swordplay 21.4%, Metroidvania 18%, Souls-like 16.1%, Side Scroller 10.8%, 2.5D 10%
- #22 SHADE Protocol
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Legendary
Windows · Linux
SHADE Protocol is a 2D cyber-fantasy Metroidvania where music, code, and combat collide. Swap between DAWN and SHADE forms to unleash devastating abilities, wield Instruments as weapons, and rewrite reality itself in a world on the brink of annihilation by the SHADE Protocol.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 22.8%, Difficult 11.1%, Platformer 10%, Multiple Endings 6.2%
- #23 Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pixel Beer Games
Windows
Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Souls-like 18.9%, Swordplay 15.7%, Difficult 10.5%, Side Scroller 8.5%
- #24 Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,623 reviews2025
Dev: Primal Game StudioPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 12.8 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.4%, Souls-like 17.1%, 2.5D 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Side Scroller 9.2%
- #25 Mysterious
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IVA team
Windows · Mac
Mysterious is a dark mythical metroidvania, where you travel between physical and astral worlds in order to explore the source of dark matter.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Souls-like 19.3%, Mythology 17.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Platformer 7.6%
- #26 The Devil Within: Satgat
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 909 reviews2024
Dev: Newcore Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 17.7%, Metroidvania 17.5%, 2.5D 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%, Difficult 8.6%
- #27 Somber Echoes
79% matchVery Positive84% of 321 reviews2025
Dev: Rock Pocket GamesPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Armed with God-given powers, the revived tribune Adrestia is given a second chance to save the universe from her maniacal twin sister. Find secrets, acquire upgrades, and dominate mighty foes through sheer combat prowess as you explore and conquer the horrors of the forsaken vessel Atromitos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 17.9%, Souls-like 15.9%, Mythology 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #28 HunterX
80% matchVery Positive84% of 733 reviews2022
Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 50%
HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Souls-like 22.3%, 2.5D 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #29 Sutra Pilgrim
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SvenFish Games
Windows
Set out on a journey through Sutra Pilgrim! Hone your skills, gather powerful Artifacts, meet steadfast allies, and challenge fearsome Yaoguai Kings. Traverse a vast mythic world inspired by Journey to the West, seek the Sutra Pilgrim, and uncover the hidden truth behind this westbound journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Souls-like 25.5%, 2D Platformer 10%, Mythology 9.8%, Platformer 6.1%
- #30 Last Souls
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ruben Wihler
Windows · Mac
Last souls is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania soulslike game.The player controls a mysterious caped character and explores a labyrinthine, dark and cold world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 21.5%, Difficult 10.3%, Platformer 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%
- #31 HunterX: code name T
77% matchVery Positive87% of 163 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: Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 20.3%, 2.5D 10.4%, Platformer 9.7%, Side Scroller 9.5%
- #32 Vesuvius
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snow Day Games
Windows · Mac
Explore the frozen depths of Vesuvius, a 2D action platformer. Set within the sprawling volcano, journey through fantastical alternate realities, battle corrupted mythical beasts, and survive a world steeped in ash and fable.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Souls-like 26.7%, Difficult 13.1%, Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%
- #33 Loreninha Paints Dreams and Rainbows
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Eminho & Lorena Team
Windows · Linux
A cute dreamworld hides a growing darkness. Explore, fight, and steal the powers of your enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Souls-like 24%, Difficult 13.6%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 7.6%
- #34 Deepening Fire
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 635 reviews2023
Dev: VeryBigDogPub: Merlion Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle
Why similar: Souls-like 20.4%, Metroidvania 20%, Difficult 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Platformer 8.3%
- #35 Salt and Sanctuary
76% matchVery Positive89% of 21,715 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 40.1%, Metroidvania 20.6%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Difficult 8.7%, Platformer 5.1%
- #36 CowardCastle
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Amanari Studio
Windows
Forge your destiny in CowardCastle! Play as Frida, a young witch and her living hat, facing cursed creatures in a dark castle. Explore striking areas in search of a way out and fight your own way in this challenging retro 2D action game!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Souls-like 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 10%
- #37 Omen Fall
74% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: WITCHCRAFT VIDEO GAME Ltd.
Windows
Omen Fall is an action-packed, story-driven fantasy adventure game that draws players into a past woven with forgotten agreements. Fight against the darkness in this 2D metroidvania experience presented with pixel art graphics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.4%, Souls-like 19%, Swordplay 12.6%, Mythology 12.6%, Difficult 9.9%
- #38 Hollow Knight
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 549,733 reviews2017
Dev: Team Cherry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.4 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 29.4%, Souls-like 21.5%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%
- #39 GLIGHT
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ATOMIC BREATH
Windows
Welcome to the world of Glight, a dark fantasy side-scroller adventure by ATOMIC BREATH. On a daunting journey to recover something long lost, give form to your powers of light and darkness in a fast-flowing, super-tight platformer full of hidden shortcuts and devious secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Difficult 12.4%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 10%
- #40 Eden's Guardian
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Voragine Game Studio
Windows
Where shadow falls, it begins. Dive into Eden's Guardian, a challenging metroidvania experience with handmade pixel art set in a world with medieval and fantasy aesthetics devastated by conflict where the history of Gods and humans intertwine.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Souls-like 20.4%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Difficult 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
- #41 The Witch Blade
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SergS WorkshopPub: Rokyte Publishing
Windows
An exciting classic adventure in the world of dark fantasy with honed game mechanics, memorable enemies, and retro aesthetics.
Why similar: Souls-like 24%, Metroidvania 22%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Side Scroller 6.1%
- #42 Anokye
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Mills Media
Windows
Anokye is a 2D action–adventure platformer where you play as a destined hero fighting to unite the Ashanti people. Battle through villages, forests, and mystical peaks inspired by Ghanaian art and folklore in a journey to restore light to a kingdom in darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Souls-like 23.9%, Difficult 14.3%, Platformer 7.9%, Exploration 4.1%
- #43 Intertwined
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VoidNode
Windows · Mac
A 2D metroidvania where your final boss is the character you didn’t choose. Play as Seren or Umbra—Master directional spear combat, explore a broken world, and uncover the truth behind your bond.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Souls-like 23.4%, Difficult 13.1%, Platformer 9.1%, 2D Platformer 5.5%
- #44 TOOK: The Immortal Hero
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 261 reviews2023
Dev: 妖妖酒Pub: IndieArk
Windows
A hardcore 2D action platformer developed by one person. Play as a memoryless rabbit TOOK to explore the vast Moon Cave world and defeat dozens of powerful enemies, collect the treasures scattered in this world and regain the glory of the Moon Up Group!
Why similar: Souls-like 24.9%, Metroidvania 22.9%, Swordplay 17%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 7.2%
- #45 Gedda Cake
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flannel Bear Games
Windows · Mac
Gedda Cake is a metroidvania about Dragons and Cakes. Play as 6 characters with unique skills and playstyles, swap between them on the fly, battle dangerous foes and explore the vast sugar-coated lands of Sugria. Help them reclaim their invaded world and get The Cake!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Souls-like 22.5%, Difficult 11.4%, Platformer 9.7%, Side Scroller 9.7%
- #46 Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU
69% matchVery Positive83% of 967 reviews2024
Dev: Surgent StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Mythology 14.7%, Side Scroller 9%, Platformer 8.8%, Souls-like 6.6%
- #47 ALLARA
70% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: GameDevOcean
Windows
Allara is a 2D pixel-art Metroidvania soulslike set in pre-colonial East Siberia. Play as a shamaness defending her homeland, exploring mythic realms of the sacred world tree, battling brutal bosses, uncovering relics, and mastering a strategic single-skill combat system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Souls-like 20.7%, 2.5D 12.7%, Mythology 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #48 Twilight Monk
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 364 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 19.1%, Side Scroller 17%, Souls-like 15.2%, 2.5D 9.9%, Difficult 7.8%
- #49 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
71% matchVery Positive81% of 5,546 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.1 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 37.8%, Metroidvania 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Difficult 5.7%, RPG 5.1%
- #50 Fox Wanderer
69% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Ninth Dream
Windows
Fight, explore, and collect. Step into the role of a wandering fox in this Eastern-fantasy Metroidvania, braving a beautifully crafted world fraught with danger.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 23.4%, Swordplay 15.4%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 9%
- #51 Nyaginata
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: fenrirs.art
Windows
Welcome to the world of Nyaginata! A hard-fought journey awaits as you carve your way past an onslaught of enemies! React and outwit in order to survive. Go forth! Make rapid progress!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Souls-like 19.9%, 2.5D 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Exploration 6.2%
- #52 WarriOrb
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 180 reviews2020
Dev: Not Yet
Windows · Linux
Demons, giants, mutants, and a talking Ball with hybrid limbs?! In WarriOrb you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one. Will you do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?
Why similar: Souls-like 20.9%, Metroidvania 20.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Difficult 10%
- #53 Praise To The Moon
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: PolarCatStudio
Windows
PRAISE TO THE MOON- It is a Metroidvania, based on Momodora, Castlevania, and Souls-like games, with ARPG systems
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.3%, Souls-like 17%, Swordplay 12.9%, Platformer 10.6%, RPG 8.5%
- #54 Valiant Saga
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PixhittPub: Nuntius Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Valiant Saga is a brutal 2D action-platformer with RPG elements. Wield a massive axe and explore cursed kingdoms, from snowy hills to blood soaked catacombs. Face hordes of abysmal creatures with pixel art visuals and a powerful metal soundtrack.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.1%, Souls-like 17.1%, Swordplay 12.7%, Zombies 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #55 ARO: Tales In The Dome
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: 60K Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
"ARO: Tales in the Dome" is a 2D hand-drawn action-adventure game. Play as Aro and explore an elemental world sealed beneath the dome. As the journey unfolds, uncover the hidden conspiracy and face the truth about the world, the dome, and yourself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Souls-like 22.2%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Difficult 11%, 2D Platformer 9.5%
- #56 Nara: Facing Fire
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Glowing Glade Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
In a world where a mysterious energy known as Va flows through and connects all living beings, a child with the power to command this energy was born. As the last of her kind, young Nara must unravel the dark secrets of her power and face the flames and shadows that took someone special from her.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Souls-like 21.8%, Swordplay 15.8%, Difficult 11.1%, Platformer 9%
- #57 Akatori
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast GamesPub: Games Harbor
Windows
Akatori is an epic metroidvania where you wield your staff to fight, jump, and explore diverse realms across different eras. Explore worlds spanning different eras, battle formidable enemies, and help Mako stop the Amber Storms that poison all living things.
Why similar: Souls-like 22.9%, Metroidvania 17.1%, Difficult 11.8%, Side Scroller 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%
- #58 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
65% matchMostly Positive77% of 131 reviews2025
Dev: Brewed GamesPub: 1312 Interactive
Windows
Discover the secrets of a sundered world as you help Aryn save his comrades in this story-rich, fully-voiced, 2.5D action-platformer. Fight terrible dangers and explore ancient mysteries as Aryn uncovers the forces that forge his destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 18.8%, 2.5D 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Difficult 10.2%
- #59 The Guise
68% matchMixed69% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: Rasul MonoPub: GameNet
Windows
The Guise is a dark metroidvania fairy tale about a boy trapped in the body of a monster. Can he hold onto his humanity? It's up to you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 20.6%, Difficult 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Platformer 8.6%