- #1 Yeomna : The Legend of Dongbaek
97% matchMixed53% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: catnipstudio
Windows
Yeomna is a Metrovania 2D action platform game. Take on the role of the Half-Demon exorcist Dongbaek, and complete the cases requested by Yeomna though combat and adventure in this dream-like, mysterious Underworld.
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.4%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Multiple Endings 6.9%, 2D 6.8%, Story Rich 5.5%
- #2 BeforeDisaster
96% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: SourGrapeGames
Windows
《BeforeDisaster》 is a 2D action-adventure game. In the borderland, the plan of a certain cult organization gradually surfaces. The protagonist is ordered to defeat the cult leader to stop the plan. All this must be done before the disaster...
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.7%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Adventure 6.7%, Combat 5.6%, Action 3.5%
- #3 Garm Ruins
96% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2024
Dev: kiukiu
Windows
An exploration-type action game in which "Fluffy Girl Doge" is the main character. Get the skills of "Doge" and explore the unknown ancient ruins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 64%, Action-Adventure 20.2%, 2D 7.9%, Action 6.5%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #4 Amo
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ryoshitsude
Windows
Amo is a top-down metroidvania, where a lost dog, Amo, gets stranded on an island. Explore the vast environments, fight through the enemies of the past, and solve the many mysteries that the island holds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.7%, Action-Adventure 17.4%, Adventure 7.3%, 2D 7.1%, Action 2.5%
- #5 Honey's Sweet Revenge
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: etheweirdoPub: UNDEAD WRLD
Windows
Honey's Sweet Revenge is a metroidvania with mechanics inspired by platform fighters. Customize your item loadout and defeat enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.1%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Adventure 7.9%, 2D 4.3%, Action 4.2%
- #6 End's Reach
94% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Cuirass Entertainment Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
End's Reach is a 3D Exploration Action Adventure Game that focuses on a character lost in the depths of space. Players will solve puzzles, collect upgrades, items, weapons and even magical abilities as they uncover the mysteries of this strange new world. A classic tale of technology taken too far.
Why similar: Metroidvania 69%, Action-Adventure 18.8%, Adventure 7.9%, Action 1.9%, Indie 1.5%
- #7 The Legend of Chalkvania
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Crocodilligator Games
Windows
A bite-sized retro action-adventure set in a quirky, cursed land. Battle monsters, meet oddball characters, and uncover hidden secrets in this homage to old-school 2D adventures. Whether you walk the path of light or embrace the curse, the Legend of Chalkvania is yours to write.
Why similar: Metroidvania 47.9%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Choices Matter 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, 2D 5.6%
- #8 Nyana
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OrionGames Inc
Windows
Join Nyana on her quest to both shatter the chains that have shackled her people and rebuild their society back up from the brink of extinction. Nyana is a story rich metroidvania set in an oppressive, yet beautifully hand-drawn world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.7%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, Adventure 10.5%, 2D 6.5%, Action 5.8%
- #9 Sweet Dreams Dahlia
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2357 Steps
Windows
I wake beneath the ruins of a world built on dreams. I descend the shattered Tower, explore forgotten biomes, master ancient combat techniques, and face the consequences of my absence. Beautiful metroidvania about identity, guilt, and choice after the collapse of a powerful civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Choices Matter 8.3%, Adventure 5.2%, 2D 4.9%
- #10 ESDRAZ: THE THRONE OF DARKNESS
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WORD GAMESPub: Selecta Play
Windows
Esdraz: The Throne of Darkness is a Metroidvania game focused on a dynamic combat system with a wide-ranging arsenal that players can tailor to fit their individual combat style. Fight a variety of enemies and evolving bosses while you come up with the best strategy to beat every encounter.
Why similar: Metroidvania 53.5%, Action-Adventure 17.8%, Adventure 10.4%, 2D 6.5%, Action 5.7%
- #11 Roots of the mind
90% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: David J. Productions
Windows
Brave the perilous world of insects battling mind-bending roots.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, Adventure 12.2%, 2D 11.6%, Action 5.8%
- #12 Nulphia
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Keyreal
Windows
Explore a vibrant island full of magic and mystery in Nulphia, a top-down story-driven singleplayer adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54%, Conversation 17.1%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Story Rich 5.5%, Adventure 3.4%
- #13 Vanishing Starlight
88% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: 上海心柒网络科技有限公司Pub: 上海星游纪信息技术有限公司
Windows
Vanishing Starlight, integrating ancient Chinese myths and Cyberpunk, is a Metroidvania platformer. Play as a prisoner who lost memory and embark on a journey across the stars where you seek lost memories, partners, and uncover your own destiny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 55.3%, Action-Adventure 18%, Adventure 12.3%, 2D 6.6%, Action 5.6%
- #14 Gravy the gravedigger
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: cupofmilk
Windows
Gravy the gravedigger is a great journey of Gravy the frog through an unknown and mysterious cemetery. However, what brings our hero to such a strange place? Even the little cemetery caretaker doesn't know the reason, and it's up to us to help him in exploring this place.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Choices Matter 9.9%, Story Rich 7.3%, Multiple Endings 6.5%
- #15 The Bounty Huntress
87% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: IC Games
Windows
In this a Metroidvania style game made in crispy pixel art, Join Rhea , a bounty huntress with a task to save some people who have been kidnapped and taken to an old abandoned castle where there are many dangers, she needs your help to rescue these people and to bring peace to the city of Vaunard
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.1%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Adventure 8.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, 2D 4.3%
- #16 Spirit Fusion
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lumforge
Windows
Spirit Fusion is a metroidvania about flexible elemental combos. You are Sir Arthur, master of flame, retired to your village—until someone starts hunting your brothers-in-arms—the elemental knights. The murders continue. Who’s behind it?
Why similar: Metroidvania 54.8%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Adventure 9.8%, 2D 4.7%, Multiple Endings 4.7%
- #17 GoldFish Brain
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: WEIPub: IRON LIVER
Windows
Goldfish Brain is a 2D scrolling platform action game . It adopts a Metroidvania-like design. You need to explore maps and find various ability items to strengthen yourself and break through more challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 69.6%, Action-Adventure 18.2%, Adventure 5.4%, Indie 2.7%, Action 2.6%
- #18 Dispersio 2
85% matchMostly Positive76% of 33 reviews2021
Dev: Achpile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dispersio 2 is a retro-style metroidvania. As you progress through the game, you will gain new abilities, such as dashing, wall-jumping and more. There's even a hard mode for hardcore players. Can you beat the game with only 1 HP?
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.5%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Adventure 9.4%, Combat 4.2%, Action 4%
- #19 Moonlaw
84% matchMostly Positive70% of 125 reviews2021
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Moonlaw is a mini-micro-metroidvania about a heroic knight's adventure to destroy a horrible monster on the moon!
Why similar: Metroidvania 66.2%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Multiple Endings 10.5%, Adventure 5.9%, Indie 1.3%
- #20 Puppetmaster
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gabriel Games LLC
Windows
Discover a metroidvania with a huge world, platform-fighter dynamic combat, smart bosses, deep lore, and original music, all made by two brothers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.9%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Combat 6.8%, Story Rich 6.4%, Multiple Endings 6.2%
- #21 Museful
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nostalgicat
Windows
Museful is a colour-fuelled 2D Metroidvania. Paint your surroundings as a little lizard exploring a huge hand-crafted world, and restore emotion to a monochrome continent as you discover your true colours.
Why similar: Metroidvania 52.3%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, 2D 7.5%, Adventure 6.5%, Choices Matter 4%
- #22 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,561 reviews2021
Dev: Rootless StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 65.8%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Adventure 8.4%, Action 4.3%, Multiple Endings 3.3%
- #23 The Weird Dream
81% 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 58.7%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Adventure 7.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.3%, 2D 4.3%
- #24 Him
82% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Gumbo Day
Windows
Thousands of spaceships entered the galaxy to mine what does not belong to them! Him is a third person casual game where the player runs and jump between home planets to destroy the invading space pirates and their spaceships under a limited time before they mine the lands.
Why similar: Metroidvania 71.7%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Adventure 7.6%, Combat 3.7%, Action 3.7%
- #25 EXIL
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mystic Clockwork Studio
Windows
A Mystical Anime-Inspired Metroidvania. Embark on an adventure through a mystical world full of magical creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.2%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Adventure 6.5%, Multiple Endings 6.5%, Combat 4.4%
- #26 TAKE BOMB: The suit take off
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nao Games
Windows
This is an action game in which the player cannot jump by himself, but jumps with the blast of a bomb. You can dash with the blast on your back, and even attack with bombs, allowing you to enjoy bombs to the fullest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 72.1%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, 2D 7.1%, Action 5.5%, Singleplayer 1%
- #27 Code: Elyse
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jump_Button
Windows
Code:Elyse is a haunting atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dark sci-fi world. After crashing down from space, Elyse finds herself alone on a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.6%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, 2D 6.3%, Story Rich 5%, Adventure 4.9%
- #28 Astronite - Landing on Neplea
78% matchVery Positive85% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: Dume Games StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.4%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, 2D 6.8%, Adventure 6.7%, Action 3.3%
- #29 TheLastHope
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: pinheiro studio
Windows
The Last Hope is a Metroidvania-style platform game with RPG elements, in which the player controls an unnamed character who is transported against his will to the underworld, and now has to discover how to escape and how to survive the dangers around him.
Why similar: Metroidvania 59.5%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Adventure 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Multiple Endings 5%
- #30 Dewborne Dawn
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mythwalk Studios
Windows
In this new hand-drawn, story-rich metroidvania, explore the last haven of a dying world, and discover the purpose you play in saving it. Shape your own path, fight the all-consuming blight, and help bring hope back to the survivors. Take up the flames of dead gods, and stand firm in Dewborne Dawn!
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.7%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Story Rich 6.6%, Adventure 6.2%, Combat 5.9%
- #31 Dusted Dusk
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.6%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%, Adventure 5.4%, 2D 4.4%
- #32 Souldiers
76% 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 70.7%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Combat 5.6%, Adventure 3.4%, Action 2.8%
- #33 Dr. Atominus
77% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2020
Dev: Pikku-a
Windows · Linux
Dr. Atominus is a short platformer with metroidvania elements and a cool sci-fi story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.9%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Multiple Endings 10.6%, Adventure 5.5%
- #34 Echoes of You
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unlost Pixel
Windows
Sacrifice parts of your own body and mind to gain powers. Survive the abyss, uncover the many ancient secrets it keeps, and find what your soul truly desires.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.9%, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Adventure 10.1%, Choices Matter 7.4%, 2D 5.5%
- #35 The Search: Lost Dreams
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gninjastudio
Windows
The Search: Lost Dreams is a game made for players focused on fun and gameplay. Improve your combat arsenal, equipments and learn skills that will help you survive on this hostile planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.3%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Adventure 6.7%, 2D 6.3%, Action 3.9%
- #36 Bioframe Outpost
73% matchPositive97% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: Omni SystemsPub: Omni Systems Publishing
Windows
From the co-creator of Eufloria and Receiver 2 comes a new indie extravaganza. Part Metroidvania, part future science expedition, Bioframe Outpost gives players the means to master a vast world in which all creatures react to each other in complex ways, with frequently unexpected results!
Why similar: Metroidvania 60.7%, Action-Adventure 17.2%, 2D 7.2%, Adventure 6.7%, Story Rich 5.9%
- #37 Maelstrom
75% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Maelstrom
Windows
Maelstrom is a platformer adventure set on a mysterious island. Explore an island designed in pixel art style, acquire ancient magic to upgrade yourself, defeat enemies and pass obstacles. Use the unique ability 'Rewind' to reach places that seemed impossible!
Why similar: Metroidvania 65.8%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, 2D 8%, Adventure 7.1%, Action 3.7%
- #38 Kairo: Lore of the Magic
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gatoware, LLC
Windows
Guide Kairo throughout this exciting and challenging metroidvania adventure. Defeat enemies, solve mysteries, learn skills and restore peace back to the kingdom of Haamit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 56.3%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, Conversation 7.1%, Adventure 6.1%, 2D 5.4%
- #39 Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet
75% matchVery Positive87% of 891 reviews2012
Dev: Shadow Planet ProductionsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
In this Insanely Twisted, 2-D action-adventure game, explore unique environments and battle bizarre creatures.
Why similar: Metroidvania 78.9%, Adventure 7.7%, 2D 6.3%, Action 3.5%, Indie 2.8%
- #40 Liminalia
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Space74
Windows · Mac
Unravel the mysteries of these forgotten lands in a hand-drawn, narrative-driven 2D action-adventure, as a white-robed girl awakens in the depths of an abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, 2D 7.5%, Multiple Endings 6.4%
- #41 Artifacts
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Eric LaberPub: Self Published
Windows
Become Strong And Reclaim What You Lost! Artifacts is a 2D adventure platformer set in an ancient interconnected kingdom littered with powerful relics. Collect synergistic artifacts to challenge the mighty, corrupted foes that lurk beneath the ground.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.2%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Adventure 6.7%, Action 3.8%
- #42 Eggventure
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TLD_Productions
Windows
Eggventure is a 2D Metroidvania platformer where you play as Egbert, an egg on a mission to rescue his friends from becoming breakfast.
Why similar: Metroidvania 54%, Action-Adventure 17.9%, Adventure 10.5%, 2D 6.7%, Action 5.8%
- #43 Gaze Of The Eyeless
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Initiator Games
Windows · Mac
Gaze of the Eyeless is a 2D action adventure platformer! Choose your own path through the unwinding caverns of the underworld. Use ancient swords and guns to fight horrific monsters. Make friends, enemies, and Meet elder gods! Can you survive the unwinding caverns of the underworld?
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.4%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Choices Matter 7.8%, Adventure 6.3%
- #44 Eystrandi
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leiksmidr studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle powerful monsters, discover ancient artifacts, and forge your own path in Eystrandi, a 2D, Norse - inspired Metroidvania in which health is constantly draining, with the only thing between life and death being one's ability to reap health from their enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.5%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, 2D 7.2%, Adventure 6.4%, Story Rich 4.9%
- #45 The Wicked Souls
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Konsonautic
Windows
The Wicked Souls is a Metroidvania with a strong focus on an exciting and imaginative story. Explore the mysterious tower in the afterlife with the postman Bones and his mischievous companion Dietrich and uncover its secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Choices Matter 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Multiple Endings 7.7%
- #46 Dark Watcher
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matsapura Games
Windows
Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Choices Matter 7.3%, 2D 6.3%
- #47 Nakiti Generations
73% matchMixed52% of 30 reviews2017
Dev: Diablohead
Windows
2D action adventure game set in the far future on a mysterious abandoned planet with yourself as the only survivor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 83.4%, Adventure 8.3%, Action 5%, Indie 3.4%
- #48 Mysplaced
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Clear Sky Games
Windows · Mac
Mysplaced is an enchanting action-adventure game where exploration, puzzles, and combat come together in a beautifully crafted 3D world. Dive into a realm filled with secrets, challenges, and a compelling story waiting to be uncovered.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.7%, Conversation 17.1%, Action-Adventure 14%, Choices Matter 13.8%, Adventure 2.4%
- #49 라쿠카라차(Lacucaracha)
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: weedscatgames
Windows
La Cucaracha is an action-adventure game about a cockroach girl traveling across a dystopian Korea. Explore a 2D pixel-art world and follow Dodam’s lonely yet resilient journey through the ruins of a fallen society.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Action-Adventure 16.8%, Adventure 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%, Choices Matter 7.2%
- #50 史莱狗(Slimg)
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cow Studio
Windows
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 62.2%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Multiple Endings 9.2%, 2D 5.2%, Adventure 4%
- #51 Croakspire
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lotus Arcade
Windows
Dive into a fortress labyrinth crawling with monsters, defending yourself with your... tongue? As a frog, it's your best bet to traverse this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania title. Collect treasures to gain permanent upgrades, discovering new areas of the massive interconnected map with them!
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.4%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Adventure 7%, Combat 3.7%, Action 3.6%
- #52 Phaze Shift
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lord Mango Games
Windows
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.4%, Action-Adventure 7.7%, 2D 7.4%, Adventure 6%, Multiple Endings 4.4%
- #53 Blessing Part I
67% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.4%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%, Adventure 5.2%, 2D 4.8%
- #54 Reso-Seeker
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ralta Studios
Windows · Mac
Resort adventure of exploration, life-sim and a little action. Your guide is in-game "Brochure" filled with map and activities. Check them off as you go. Learn new skills to unlock new areas. Days at the waterpark, nights at the hotel lounge. No enemies. Just your own pace. A cozy Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 58.4%, Action-Adventure 17%, Conversation 12.9%, Adventure 5.3%, Action 3%
- #55 Obsidian Legion
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Palisade Games
Windows
Embark on a dark journey in this 2D Adventure Game. Explore the treacherous isle of Am Balla and collect the tools necessary to overcome the many dangers set before you. Find out why turmoil has so suddenly stricken this land and put an end to it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 50.9%, Action-Adventure 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Combat 6.4%, Adventure 6%
- #56 Makis Adventure
67% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
Dev: Zoroarts
Windows
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 54.1%, Action-Adventure 16%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, 2D 5.3%, Adventure 4.6%
- #57 ReSetna
65% matchVery Positive83% of 174 reviews2025
Dev: Today's GamesPub: Module16
Windows
What’s left of humanity are minds trapped in circuits. You are awaken as ReSetna, a warrior on a mission to rescue last human remnants. Explore seven hostile zones, face seven brutal bosses and evolve through a unique upgrade system. Uncover horrifying truth and decide if the future is worth saving.
Why similar: Metroidvania 84.1%, Adventure 8.1%, Action 4.4%, Indie 3.4%
- #58 Ariana and the Elder Codex
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Ariana must restore the Codices and unravel the Library's hidden truths...
Why similar: Metroidvania 64.6%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Adventure 7.1%, 2D 4.3%, Action 4%
- #59 AOI
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: Pura Studio
Windows
This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 61.7%, Conversation 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Adventure 8.1%, 2D 3.9%
- #60 Mono
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Project Mono
Windows
『Mono』 is a 2D action game set in a monochrome world. Explore the land to enhance your abilities, defeat the formidable foes standing in your way, and resolve the crisis befalling this black-and-white realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 63.5%, Action-Adventure 12%, Adventure 10.1%, Action 6.1%, 2D 5.7%