- #1 Templar
97% matchPositive81% of 43 reviews2025
Dev: Estudio 2Pastores
Windows · Linux
Templar is a 2D indie platformer and hack and slash game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Souls-like 19.2%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Comic Book 12.3%, Hand-drawn 7.1%
- #2 Evolvania
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IV Productions
Windows
Explore a colossal creature by blending in with the environment and enemies. Evolve and gain new powers in this hand-drawn metroidvania where you can experience a unique adventure or create your own with a special level editor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.1%, Souls-like 18.9%, Difficult 10.6%, Side Scroller 8%, Hand-drawn 8%
- #3 Last Souls
96% 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%, Difficult 10.9%, Nonlinear 7.8%, Platformer 6.9%
- #4 Omen Fall
95% 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 18.7%, Souls-like 17.8%, Difficult 10%, Hack and Slash 8.2%, Gore 7.7%
- #5 Steel Flood
94% 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 25.3%, Souls-like 23.6%, Difficult 11.9%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Platformer 7.8%
- #6 Volkolak: The Will of Gods
94% matchVery Positive92% of 231 reviews2025
Dev: Volkolak Team
Windows
Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a bogatyr, a werewolf, or join the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Souls-like 20.3%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Narration 6.7%
- #7 Crowsworn
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mongoose Rodeo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore a dark world inhabited by men and monsters in this action packed platformer. Lay waste to the monsters that stand in your way with a wide array of stylish combat maneuvers, as you attempt to unravel the truth behind the curse of Fearanndal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 20.7%, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Hand-drawn 7.2%
- #8 Templar 2
92% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: Estudio 2Pastores
Windows · Linux
Templar 2 is a 2D indie action platform game. Immerse yourself in the darkest, scariest and bloodiest Middle Ages. A story told in comic format, and with spectacular dubbing.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.1%, Metroidvania 16.5%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Comic Book 12.3%, Side Scroller 10.9%
- #9 Mask of Soul
91% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: XION ENTERTAINMENTPub: XIONPLUS
Windows
Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Souls-like 24.6%, Side Scroller 10%, Lore-Rich 8.6%, Platformer 8%
- #10 Blasphemous
91% matchVery Positive90% of 62,190 reviews2019
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Souls-like 23.7%, Gore 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%, Difficult 7.3%
- #11 Nine Sols
90% matchVery Positive95% of 38,824 reviews2024
Dev: RedCandleGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.8%, Souls-like 20.8%, Difficult 11.6%, Hand-drawn 8.4%, Gore 6.5%
- #12 Winds Of Arcana: Ruination
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 129 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 20.3%, Souls-like 18.3%, Hack and Slash 12.4%, Difficult 10.7%, Side Scroller 10%
- #13 Samurai Yokai
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Schnitzel Dev
Windows
Samurai Yokai is a 2D souls-like metroidvania inspired by Sekiro and Japanese myth. Fight cursed samurai and yokai using deflections and lightning powers. Ascend on cloud platforms, reflect the bullets of foes, explore lush forests, frozen tundras, and uncover secrets deep within.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.1%, Souls-like 20%, Difficult 10.9%, Gore 10%, Violent 9.5%
- #14 Shieldbound
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Bangers
Windows
Shieldbound is a metroidvania action-platformer. Explore a realm that revolves around a mysterious tower with many platforming challenges. Fight powerful enemies in 2D souls-like combat... all of that, using the unique abilities of a spirit-powered shield!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Souls-like 22.6%, Difficult 12.5%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Hand-drawn 9.4%
- #15 Rune Fencer Illyia
87% 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 21.8%, Souls-like 18.7%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Difficult 8.7%
- #16 Solateria
86% matchVery Positive85% of 331 reviews2026
Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
Windows
Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Souls-like 24.6%, Difficult 13.9%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%
- #17 Foregone
86% matchVery Positive81% of 1,393 reviews2021
Dev: Big Blue Bubble
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Souls-like 20.7%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Difficult 11.5%, Platformer 9%
- #18 Skelethrone: The Prey
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 437 reviews2024
Dev: 70`StrikePub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 30%
This game is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls. Skelethrone: The Prey is a free prequel to the main game, setting the stage for the events that will unfold throughout Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona campaign.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Souls-like 21.2%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Difficult 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #19 Chakana, Gold of the Gods
84% matchMixed65% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Equinoxis Studios
Windows
Embark on a 2D metroidvania adventure that immerses players in Andean mythology, focusing on exploration, combat, and discovery. Join Hoyustus, a brave jaguar warrior, on his journey to free his people from the oppression of an usurping god.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, Souls-like 20.8%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Comic Book 11.3%, Platformer 6.7%
- #20 Custodian: Beginning of the End
84% 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 23.7%, Souls-like 21%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Difficult 10.9%
- #21 Obsidian Legion
83% 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 28.2%, Souls-like 26.5%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, Violent 5.6%
- #22 DREIFRAME
82% matchPositive100% of 11 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 31.3%, Souls-like 26.6%, Difficult 13.7%, Platformer 8.6%, Nonlinear 3.6%
- #23 Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona
81% matchMostly Positive79% of 292 reviews2024
Dev: 70`StrikePub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows · Linux
Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.6%, Souls-like 20.6%, Difficult 10.1%, Side Scroller 10%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
- #24 3000th Duel
82% matchMostly Positive72% of 623 reviews2019
Dev: NEOPOPCORN Corp
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
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 22.2%, Souls-like 21.1%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Difficult 11.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%
- #25 Dimension Rift Zero
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MrDyvik
Windows
Explore an interconnected world, encounter bizarre enemies and mysterious puzzles in this hand-drawn metroidvania, action adventure. Forge your own path, uncover secrets and master unique powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Souls-like 25.7%, Difficult 14.4%, Platformer 8.8%, Hand-drawn 8.4%
- #26 Eden's Guardian
79% 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 23.4%, Souls-like 21.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Difficult 11.4%, Platformer 7.4%
- #27 Instance Destroy
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Abysmal Attrition LLC
Windows
Bite sized metroidvania with several unique mechanics Make weapons from the elements, juggle enemies, find furniture? fight bosses, unlock abilities, find secrets, unlock transformations!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 23.2%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Difficult 12.6%, Platformer 7.7%
- #28 Lamp Chronicle
79% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Pixellica Corp.
Windows
Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.8%, Metroidvania 23.3%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Platformer 8.1%
- #29 Akatori
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Contrast Games
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: Metroidvania 25.7%, Souls-like 22.7%, Difficult 12.6%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Platformer 7.2%
- #30 The Light of the Darkness: Renascence
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
Windows
Fly, fight, and evolve in a seamless 2.5D world. Absorb enemies to craft builds, unlock spells, and harness Mystic Natures. Equip and manage memories in your Mind Inventory to reshape both your powers and the way the story unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Souls-like 18.8%, Difficult 12.5%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
- #31 Salt and Sanctuary
78% matchVery Positive89% of 21,497 reviews2016
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.
Why similar: Souls-like 43.5%, Metroidvania 22.9%, Difficult 10.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%, Platformer 4.3%
- #32 Full Moon
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ISGames
Windows
Explore a pyramid full of misteries while fighting against the dark forces. Chain your attacks in a fast paced combat system full of stylish combo. Fuse and equip the skills you find to forge your own path.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Souls-like 20.8%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Difficult 10.4%, Nonlinear 7.8%
- #33 DEVIATOR
75% matchMixed68% of 988 reviews2024
Dev: Gami Studio
Windows
Deviator is a Metroidvania game centered around deflect, featuring exquisite 2D hand-drawn visuals. Exploring unknown wilderness and mysterious cities, delving into enigmatic realms of consciousness and encountering peculiar creatures. Try to find the truth behind this chaotic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Souls-like 25.8%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Platformer 8.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%
- #34 Necrowave
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arfhis The Wizard
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the emotional life of a zombie with his butt stuck in a microwave. It's a 2D platformer with critical thinking based combat where each different enemy feels like a puzzle to solve instead of relying on brute hack & slash tactics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Souls-like 22.4%, Nonlinear 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
- #35 Elysian Echoes
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grinding Crow
Windows
Elysian Echoes is a traditional, hand crafted souls-like metroidvania with a twist. Take possession of your fallen enemies bodies and unveil your cosmic destiny as you untangle Gaia's turmoil. Adapt to the varied and difficult encounters; learn and use your enemies' moves against them or die trying.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Souls-like 22.9%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Platformer 8%
- #36 Dumbriel: Magnificent Adventure in Hell
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MadMoa
Windows
Dumbriel is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure set in Hell. Play as a clumsy fallen angel in a twisted underworld. Slash, craft, and dodge through deadly arenas, weird monsters, and hellish traps. Die, upgrade, and dive back in.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 25.4%, Difficult 12.9%, Platformer 8.2%, Hand-drawn 7.9%
- #37 Anokye
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 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 34.5%, Souls-like 25.8%, Difficult 16.8%, Platformer 6.6%, Hand-drawn 5.9%
- #38 The Light of the Darkness: Origins
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: QUARTOMUNDO
Windows
An Action-RPG soulsvania where you explore a seamless and interconnected world through a zoomable map with no loading break. Engage in epic aerial battles, absorb essence to level up, and craft powerful spell combos by defeating brutal bosses and harnessing their Mystic Nature.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 23.3%, Difficult 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.6%, Lore-Rich 8.3%
- #39 Hollow Knight
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 534,538 reviews2017
Dev: Team Cherry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Souls-like 23.6%, Difficult 13.2%, Platformer 8%, Hand-drawn 5.5%
- #40 Runic Curse Remastered
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
Runic Curse Remastered is a thrilling action RPG Metroidvania that transports you to a cursed island. Explore dark and diverse locations, battle hordes of enemies and mighty bosses. Forge your own playstyle by combining various weapons with magical runes to overcome all challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Souls-like 27.3%, Side Scroller 7.4%, Platformer 6.2%, Action-Adventure 5.2%
- #41 Enemies Within
72% 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 28.2%, Souls-like 23.1%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Difficult 11.6%, Platformer 6.5%
- #42 Lost Wish: In the desperate world
73% 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 27.9%, Souls-like 25.6%, Difficult 14.3%, Platformer 8.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%
- #43 The Lost Key
71% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
Dev: AmmashDev
Windows
You are the last hope, be ready to resist the enemy and eliminate injustice and tyranny.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Souls-like 21.7%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Platformer 8.7%, Hand-drawn 8.6%
- #44 DOOMBLADE
71% matchVery Positive82% of 347 reviews2023
Dev: Muro StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Souls-like 19.5%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Nonlinear 7.2%
- #45 Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess
70% 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 26.1%, Souls-like 22.7%, Difficult 13.8%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Platformer 6.8%
- #46 Unbound: Worlds Apart
71% matchVery Positive84% of 1,299 reviews2021
Dev: Alien Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.4 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 26%, Souls-like 13.3%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Difficult 10.7%, Platformer 10.2%
- #47 Mother's Sword
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsitle
Windows
Make your way through a 2D ruined world with metroidvania elements, unleash fast and powerful attacks in Hack & Slash combat and face fearsome enemies in difficult fights. Breathe and be brave.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.5%, Metroidvania 31.2%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Action-Adventure 6.3%, Platformer 5.7%
- #48 Moonscars
70% matchVery Positive84% of 1,436 reviews2022
Dev: Black MermaidPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Souls-like 27.7%, Side Scroller 8.1%, Hack and Slash 7.6%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
- #49 Misspell
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bones Keeper Studio
Windows
Misspell is a 2D atmospheric Metroidvania about magic and mysteries of the past. Uncover the secrets of an island risen from the ashes of a catastrophe and master a magical living vine that changes the way you fight and explore. Every step tells a story — every enemy echoes the mistakes of the past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Souls-like 15.5%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Platformer 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
- #50 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
67% matchVery Positive83% of 1,162 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Pigeon GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Souls-like 21.2%, Hack and Slash 13.5%, Difficult 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #51 Being and Becoming
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IchthysPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Being & Becoming is an atmospheric metroidvania, set in a dying kingdom held together only by the collective dream of thousands of would-be martyrs. Fate itself is against you as The Word’s prophecy unfolds. Rewrite your place within The Word or become a scripted part of this horrible revelation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Souls-like 24.8%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 7.9%
- #52 Deepening Fire
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 628 reviews2023
Dev: VeryBigDogPub: Merlion Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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: Metroidvania 22.8%, Souls-like 22.8%, Difficult 14%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Lore-Rich 7.9%
- #53 Watcher Chronicles
69% matchVery Positive86% of 169 reviews2022
Dev: Third Sphere Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Become a glutton for punishment and persevere, alone or with a friend, against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.2%, Metroidvania 23%, Difficult 12.3%, Hack and Slash 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.5%
- #54 Ashen Daughter
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blue Bichon Game Studio
Windows · Linux
Battle corrupted emissaries, explore a mythical world, and sacrifice health for power in this hand-drawn Metroidvania. With tight, responsive controls, guide Kára on a journey of grief, vengeance, and forgiveness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Souls-like 20.1%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Side Scroller 8.8%
- #55 THE DARK DWELLERS
68% 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 25.1%, Metroidvania 24.1%, Difficult 14%, Side Scroller 10%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%
- #56 Pale Cinder
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OcO
Windows
Death is not the end! Slash, dash, parkour and manipulate time in this 2d action plaformer.
Why similar: Souls-like 26%, Metroidvania 25.9%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #57 Last Vanguard
65% matchVery Positive86% of 91 reviews2025
Dev: Cool Tapir Studios
Windows
Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 23%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Difficult 12.4%, Hand-drawn 8.1%
- #58 Fallen Tear: The Ascension
64% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2026
Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
Windows
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 24.7%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Difficult 8.4%
- #59 The Steps of Divynia
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ice Spark Studios
Windows
Clash with tainted beasts as Divynia changes from the mundane to the unknown. As Aylidia, forge your destiny in a tale about courage and holding on to your beliefs. Will you unearth magic's greatest question, or are some mysteries better left untouched? Find out in this epic 2D Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Narration 6.9%, Emotional 6.5%