- #1 Ex Angelus
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kami no Kami Shrine
Windows
Dash, zip and slice through enemies with style in Ex Angelus, a fast-paced action adventure set in a neo apocalyptic world where fantasy and sci-fi collide.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Souls-like 22.3%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Action RPG 13%, Anime 6.7%
- #2 Sorrowself
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vieri Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your sister from a certain death by finding her soul fragments in this mystical hand-drawn world! Utilize a variety of morphing abilities and fight through the dream-like Land Of Sorrow. It is known to be flooded with crying creatures who are creating a chaos under the dark soul Self.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Souls-like 14.7%, Emotional 12.9%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Action RPG 9.3%
- #3 Roots of Cinder
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitalZeon
Windows
The doors of hell have been opened, and now demons walk the earth. Embark on an action-packed and mysterious adventure where you will have to confront the most dangerous enemies and solve the most intricate puzzles. All with the help of an extensive arsenal of weapons and summonings.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.4%, Metroidvania 20.5%, Hack and Slash 18%, Action RPG 15.3%, Top-Down 4.7%
- #4 Cyan Breach
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChiCheng Studio
Windows
Cyan Breach is a Metriodivania game set in a biohazard background. The combat style integrates traditional 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. Explore the game world, gain new skills and weapons, increase character's power, and finally reveal the conspiracy that caused the apocalypse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Souls-like 20.4%, Action RPG 19.6%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Adventure 5.5%
- #5 White Flame Inna: Daughter of the Void
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ongar Studio
Windows
2d hand drawn female protagonist action-adventure/soulslike.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Souls-like 24.8%, Cartoon 11.2%, Anime 7.6%, Hand-drawn 7.5%
- #6 Foreign Sun
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Final Scene dev
Windows
YOUR CHOICES RESHAPE A LIVING CITY. Explore a sprawling metropolis, wield mysterious powers, and uncover the secrets of the Eternal Lighthouse. Your decisions will make a world of difference.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 25.1%, Action RPG 17.7%, Hack and Slash 8.5%, Action 7.9%
- #7 Din of Sen
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Espy Games
Windows
Fight through a hostile, dreamlike world as Sen, a wielder of crystalline weaponry. Slay monsters by pulling off powerful combos, swapping weapons on the fly, and using special weapon abilities. Can Sen survive in this strange world, or will he fall into the void?
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 25.5%, Action RPG 17.7%, Hack and Slash 17%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%
- #8 Miracle Corp.
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bonefish Games
Windows
Miracle Corp. is a metagame and a Metroidvania game. In the story, you will play a mysterious retro game developed by Miracle Corp., guided by an AI tour guide. Uncover the hidden truths behind the game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Souls-like 26.7%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Action RPG 14.9%, Action 4.6%
- #9 Traveler's Refrain
91% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Red Essence GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Action RPG 17.7%, Hack and Slash 15%, Emotional 13.7%, Story Rich 8.6%
- #10 Power (of) Metal
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
Power (of) Metal is a 2D hack/slash platformer, journey of Maleqqi who want to fulfill his emptiness inside of him and he will find the Power (of) Metal
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Souls-like 23.5%, Action RPG 17.7%, Action 5.7%, Adventure 5.6%
- #11 The Steps of Divynia
90% 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%, Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Emotional 12.3%, Story Rich 7.1%
- #12 LarsGadiel
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Diabolical Mind
Windows
LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie, a game originally created for Nintendo's 8-bit console that was never released (at least for now), but is now coming to Steam. It's a classic Metroidvania, featuring the original maps and design from that era.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.6%, Souls-like 18.6%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Action RPG 12.9%, 1990's 7.6%
- #13 REVENGE CRYSTAL
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SAMx003 Games
Windows
Possessed by a living crystal, fight for revenge in a top-down Soulslike action RPG. Master precise combat and elemental magic, explore a shattered world, solve deadly puzzles, and defeat brutal bosses to expose the Crystallen’s sins.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.2%, Metroidvania 27.7%, Action RPG 17.3%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Top-Down 7.9%
- #14 Mendacium
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The CaecusPub: Team Caecus
Windows
An extinction-level threat looms over a prehistoric world of tribal reptiles and dinosaurs. Adapt, evolve, and outmaneuver savage enemies and seek to prevent the prophesied end of a hand painted jurassic world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 26.1%, Hack and Slash 11%, Action RPG 10.8%, Hand-drawn 10.7%
- #15 DARK SUN (黑暗太阳)
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rou Shan Game
Windows
[DARK SUN] is an action game with 2D black and white graphics. Souls game mode. Explore the post-apocalyptic world after a thousand years, collect weapons, armor, battle techniques, magic, and challenge powerful enemies. Advance through repeated deaths to find the truth of the doomsday.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Souls-like 26.2%, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Action RPG 14.9%, Hand-drawn 6.8%
- #16 Twilight Bastion
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sunamii
Windows
Twilight Bastion is a retro-styled soulslike 3D Metroidvania that places you in a torturous labyrinthine castle where skeletons, the undead, and gothic black knights await around every corner.
Why similar: Souls-like 33.6%, Metroidvania 29.8%, 1990's 12.8%, Action RPG 11.7%, Action 6.3%
- #17 FOUNTAINS
84% matchVery Positive84% of 443 reviews2024
Dev: John Pywell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.
Why similar: Souls-like 24.1%, Metroidvania 23.7%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Action RPG 13.8%, Choices Matter 7.2%
- #18 Cat Warrior
85% matchMostly Positive80% of 132 reviews2024
Dev: Sadi & AyuPub: sadimakegames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cat Warroir is an action-platformer of retro and cute style about a cat knight on his way to recapture his stolen treasure. Deep into the dangerous fantasy world,defeat the challenging big boss with your slash, dash, jump, walljump and other skills to find the treasure back!
Why similar: Souls-like 24.2%, Metroidvania 22.2%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Cartoon 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #19 Lillusion
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: The Night Owls
Windows
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Souls-like 25.1%, Action RPG 14.3%, Choices Matter 7.2%, Hand-drawn 6.7%
- #20 The Golden Eyed Ghosts
83% matchMixed57% of 42 reviews2023
Dev: Syphono4Pub: indie.io
Windows
The Golden Eyed Ghosts is a dark fantasy soulslike heavily influenced by the legacy of Zelda adventures, set in the crumbling kingdom of Andromeda. As exiled warrior Orion, search for a way to restore his memories and unravel a terrifying conspiracy.
Why similar: Souls-like 21.1%, Metroidvania 21%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Action RPG 11.6%, Choices Matter 7%
- #21 MIRROR CRYPT
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Petty GlarePub: Petty Creations
Windows
A surreal action RPG where dreams fight back. Explore vivid realms, face your nightmares, and choose what to destroy — or forgive.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.6%, Action RPG 14.3%, Emotional 12%, Choices Matter 12%, Story Rich 11.2%
- #22 Mother's Sword
82% 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 35%, Metroidvania 31.7%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Action 6.4%
- #23 Kloa - Child of the Forest
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wildpad GamesPub: Crytivo
Windows
Consumed by a mysterious curse, restore a once lush forest and its inhabitants to their natural state in this action adventure tale. Experience fast-paced combat, puzzles, and the beauty of nature captured in handcrafted pixel art.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, Metroidvania 27.5%, Action RPG 16.1%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Colorful 4.7%
- #24 Arcana Dimension
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FlexDevelop
Windows
This is the story of two girls, Saki and Kaede, who have been transferred to the magic world of "Ecstasia". In order to return home, the girls engage in mortal combat against "magic weapons". Make use of a wide variety of magic and the cooperation between the two girls to defeat powerful enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 25.3%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Action RPG 11.5%, Anime 7.8%
- #25 Scrabdackle
78% matchVery Positive97% of 148 reviews2025
Dev: jakefriendPub: Fellow Traveller
Windows · Mac · Linux
The magical misadventure of a novice wizard thrown (literally) into the unfamiliar world outside. Go on a sprawling hand-drawn adventure with spells to study, bosses to best, and a huge handcrafted world to traverse on the long journey home.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 23.1%, Cartoon 12.2%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Funny 7.9%
- #26 Being and Becoming
79% 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 31.9%, Souls-like 26.4%, Hack and Slash 15%, Action RPG 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #27 No Place for Bravery
80% matchMostly Positive72% of 174 reviews2022
Dev: Glitch FactoryPub: Ysbryd Games
Windows · Linux
Thorn, an old warrior worn down by decades of vim and violence, roams a world undone in search of his lost daughter. Dodge, parry & cleave your way out of brutal clashes in this 2D top-down action RPG, and discover the bone-chilling tale of Thorn's crusade to make his family whole again.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.5%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Action RPG 14%, Hand-drawn 9%, Choices Matter 8.3%
- #28 HunterX: code name T
78% matchVery Positive88% of 147 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 26.5%, Souls-like 24.5%, Action RPG 16.8%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Anime 6.4%
- #29 Relive
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dylan Losee
Windows
Relive is a dark yet hopeful action-adventure where you create new plant growth with every step, transform the remains of fallen foes to amplify your magical powers, and overcome deadly challenges to transform the world around you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Souls-like 18.8%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Action RPG 12.6%, Hand-drawn 9.5%
- #30 DEITY SOULS Plus
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: squarePILLOWgames
Windows
DEITY SOULS Plus is an 8-Bit Action-Adventure with lite metroidvania elements. Level up found weapons. Find spells. Defeat Deities. Summon Deities. 9 playable characters. Old-school difficulty with an adult gaming twist! 18+
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.5%, Souls-like 21%, Action RPG 14.3%, Cartoon 11.2%, 1990's 8.1%
- #31 Metro Dungeon
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Inkblunder
Windows
A 2D action roguelike RPG blending bullet hell combat, hack-and-slash precision, and dark futuristic pixel art. Descend through shifting dungeons, battle evolving bosses, and shape your fate through choices that alter every run.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Souls-like 24.1%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Action RPG 11.5%, Choices Matter 5.8%
- #32 Greenlander
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Russell CastellPub: Russell Castell
Windows
A brutal top-down action game set in a gloomy Medieval Greenland.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.9%, Hack and Slash 25.9%, Action RPG 16.4%, Hand-drawn 7.4%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #33 Path of Deities
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bold Beetle Studio Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
A vertically-structured Metroidvania where genetic mutations redefine progression. Navigate a divine-biomechanical labyrinth with dynamically evolving combat forms, where every choice alters companion fates and the world's collapse.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Souls-like 31.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Hand-drawn 5.8%, Anime 5.6%
- #34 Pale Cinder
75% 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 28.2%, Metroidvania 27.4%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Choices Matter 6.7%, Action 4.1%
- #35 Whitestone
75% matchPositive85% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Hailstorm Games
Windows
On the 'Sunchaser' capstone voyage to the Arctic, it's smooth sailing until Jack's quarters are broken into and his friend goes missing. Unsure who to trust, Jack is forced to fight nightmares both mental and physical as he becomes the prime suspect for a terrible deed.
Why similar: Souls-like 19%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Investigation 14.1%, Action RPG 12.8%, Emotional 11.8%
- #36 Scars of the Soul
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShunGuang Games
Windows
The two countries went to war, unleashing forbidden powers. Years later, monsters ravage the land. The protagonist awakens, battles the monsters, explores the world, uncovers the truth of the past, and seeks to recover lost memories—a lonely journey of wandering and struggling against oneself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Souls-like 26.4%, Action RPG 19.7%, Top-Down 6%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%
- #37 Spider Dynasty
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zhiwu Game
Windows · Mac · Linux
A realm where two ancient trees have long harbored rival royal bloodlines, each having woven their aerial dominion from spider silk across countless generations. Yet now, dark forces of unknown origin stir, spreading their corruption throughout the silk realm...
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Souls-like 25%, Action RPG 13.8%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Cartoon 10.4%
- #38 Alpha Sorcerer
74% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Corey Hardman
Windows
An elite sorcerer king with forgotten magical powers mysteriously reappears in a bloody quest for revenge in the supreme action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Hack and Slash 20.5%, Action RPG 15.6%, Hand-drawn 8%, Story Rich 6.4%
- #39 SwooshCat
71% matchVery Positive87% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: PixelForestStudio
Windows
SwooshCat is a vibrant precision-platformer adventure. Leap, dash, slash, stab, roll, and ricochet your way through a charming pixel world as you help a brave little cat 🐾 explore and battle!
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.1%, Souls-like 19.7%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Action RPG 16.8%, Funny 8%
- #40 Dust to Dust
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unlimited Spoons
Windows
Fight for your afterlife in DUST TO DUST! As a ghost on the run in a specter research facility, dash through interconnected levels, befriend the psychic Matthias, and take control of his body and powers to break down hostile coalesced creatures and wipe them out once and for all.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Hack and Slash 24.4%, Action RPG 12.2%, Top-Down 9.3%, Action 5.8%
- #41 Beak the hunter
70% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Sweeping Avalanche Creations
Windows
Beak the hunter is a 2D monster hunting game that follows the adventures of the master hunter, Beak. Explore a new and exciting world, and prepare yourself for hard battles against powerful and wild beasts in this soulslike adventure that will test your abilities!
Why similar: Souls-like 29.5%, Action RPG 20.7%, Metroidvania 17.1%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Hand-drawn 11.9%
- #42 A Handful of Dust
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BVS Studios
Windows
Uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets in this 2D action-adventure Metroidvania. Explore a haunting world of ruins and shadow, master fluid, brutal combat, and unlock powerful abilities to overcome deadly enemies. Forge your path and choose your destiny in an ancient land balanced on the brink of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Souls-like 21.4%, Action RPG 16.7%, Hack and Slash 7.5%, Action 5.8%
- #43 THORN DEMON HUNTER
73% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: LIN YUANHUI
Windows
This is an AVG game similar to Metroidvania. The player will perform a demon hunter exploring and decrypting the castle in the Gothic period and hunting the corrupt soul
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Souls-like 30.5%, Action RPG 17.4%, Story Rich 5.9%, Action 5.3%
- #44 Mariana
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Sky Mavis Gann
Windows
In Mariana you are dropped into an unknown trench to explore. You will find fantastical creatures and rare artifacts. Fight bosses and mini-bosses in order to dive as deep as possible and uncover the mystery of the trench.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Souls-like 26.4%, Action RPG 18.6%, Colorful 5.8%, Adventure 5.4%
- #45 Death's Gambit: Afterlife
73% matchVery Positive81% of 5,476 reviews2018
Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 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 46.1%, Metroidvania 29.5%, Action RPG 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Action 3.5%
- #46 Soul of Kaeru
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brain Up
Windows
Soul of Kaeru is a Metroidvania-inspired VR game! Explore each corners of a miniature world set in an ancient samurai's zen garden where nature took back his right! But beware of the little creatures and insects, as they may not be as friendly as you would think...
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Souls-like 28%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Story Rich 6.6%, Cartoon 6.1%
- #47 Resonant Blade
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Wise Wombat Games
Windows
The world is in ruins. The Dark Synths reign. Only the Resonant Blade—a weapon that channels sound into destruction—can turn the tide. Slash, dash, and shatter your enemies in this dystopian sci-fi action adventure.
Why similar: Souls-like 23.7%, Metroidvania 23.4%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Action RPG 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%
- #48 Ryn: And the thread of life
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Innombrable
Windows
A 3D metroidvania hack-and-slash with low-poly and pixel art aesthetics. As Ryn, a rag doll born from the last light, explore a fading realm torn by the dark witch Stella. Defeat the five wicked dolls, claim their powers, and restore the broken Thread of Life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, Souls-like 18.3%, Anime 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
- #49 Afterimage
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,803 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Souls-like 22%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Action RPG 12.5%, Anime 9.2%
- #50 Ralf's Adventure: Aztec Mystery
72% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Crimson Rays
Windows
Take up the Bat! Ralf's Adventure: Aztec Mystery is a top-down action-adventure game with puzzles and platforming. This game is inspired by home console games from the '80s and '90s, but uses modern design sensibilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Cartoon 8.8%, Top-Down 8.6%, Colorful 5.9%
- #51 The Buried Pillars
66% matchVery Positive88% of 93 reviews2026
Dev: T.F.A.N.C.S.
Windows
Explore the world, fight fierce and alluring monster girls to uncover the secrets hidden within! A Metroidvania 2D platformer with combats that push you to the edge!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Souls-like 26%, Cartoon 13.3%, Action RPG 10.5%, Hand-drawn 10.5%
- #52 Saga of Yurina
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SubCulture Dev
Windows
A 2D action platformer of graceful duels and perfect parries under the falling sakura.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Souls-like 26.9%, Action RPG 14%, Hack and Slash 13.9%, Story Rich 4.2%
- #53 BOGs: Earth vs Sea
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hammerhead Shark
Windows
Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Souls-like 19.9%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Action RPG 9.3%, Story Rich 7.1%
- #54 Undying Hare
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 妖妖酒
Windows
Start your epic adventure in 《Undying Hare》! Explore the vast and deep Moon Caverns, collect treasures scattered all over the place, gather like-minded allies, defeat powerful enemies in the shadow of swords, and save the dying [Moonup Sect]!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Souls-like 24%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, Action RPG 12.3%, Action 3.7%
- #55 LUNARIS
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Richard BuenoPub: Two Void Studios
Windows
LUNARIS is a 2D metroidvania with fast and fluid combat. Defeat brutal bosses, unlock new abilities. Master jumps, dashes, and precise strikes as you traverse the dangerous ruins of the Mountains of Kaliman in an adrenaline-filled abandoned world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Souls-like 22.3%, Hack and Slash 10.7%, Action RPG 9.2%, Story Rich 5.5%
- #56 三国仁义传 The Righteousness: SanGuo
66% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: 硕狗累累工作室(HarvestDog)
Windows
Enter a world of moving Chinese lianhuanhua! This solo-developed 2.5D Metroidvania blends the Three Kingdoms with mythic beasts from the "Classic of Mountains and Seas." Explore a hand-drawn world, master horseback combat, and face punishingly hardcore boss trials in this mythic epic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Souls-like 26.3%, Action RPG 14.6%, 1990's 9.1%, Hand-drawn 8.6%
- #57 AWAKEN - Astral Blade
66% 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 25.1%, Souls-like 24.4%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Action RPG 14.1%, Anime 8.7%
- #58 Anatine
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows · Mac
Anatine is a pixelated metroidvania game that contains organic musical elements. Play the flute to interact with the environment or unleash powerful magic! In the dangerous world of Avenis, battle against the Eidolons and confront powerful enemies to uncover the many secrets of this lost world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, Souls-like 32.1%, 1990's 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Action 5%
- #59 Sheba: A New Dawn
67% matchMixed66% of 47 reviews2024
Dev: Kashkool Games
Windows · Linux
Embark on a Metroidvania, Action-RPG inspired, journey. Explore, Fight, Overcome, and unravel the mysteries of a vast interconnected realms. Wield powerful weapons and abilities to battle challenging enemies. Experience the breathtaking story of self-discovery.
Why similar: Souls-like 28%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Action RPG 15.9%, Cartoon 11%, Anime 8.5%