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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include 2D, Platformer, Action, Metroidvania.

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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.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: Pixhitt
Publisher: Nuntius Games
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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    97% 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 19.2%, Souls-like 16.9%, Vampire 12.7%, Swordplay 10.4%, Side Scroller 7.7%

  2. #2 Citadale - The Awakened Spirit
    96% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: ERMediaPub: Plug In Digital
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    A Hero just can't enjoy some peace now, can he? The sexy seductress Sekhmet is out for revenge on Arion Dorleac just when he wants to get married and get some sexy times on. Because of course she has to attack on his wedding day...

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    96% matchVery Positive84% of 129 reviews2022
    Dev: Danny Garay
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  4. #4 Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
    95% matchMostly Negative30% of 115 reviews2026
    Dev: Bit Bot MediaPub: Crystal Dynamics
    Windows

    Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 19.5%, Vampire 13.8%, Gothic 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10%, Side Scroller 9.4%

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    94% 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 19.1%, Souls-like 17.9%, Side Scroller 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, 2D Platformer 7.5%

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    94% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 reviews2025
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows

    The barbarian warrior Beholgar returns — and this time, his enemies are otherworldly! Deep beneath the earth, the mighty Djinn King stirs. To prevent his rise and save the world from eternal darkness, Beholgar embarks on a quest for a legendary, ancient sword.

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  7. #7 Castlevania Advance Collection
    93% matchVery Positive91% of 2,387 reviews2021
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%

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    92% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2023
    Dev: Tiberius
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    If you enjoyed NES games like Castlevania, Ninja Gaiden, Shatterhand, Jorney to Silius you have to try this game! Play as Vlad Tepes Dracula and fight your way to the Wallachian border to take your rightful throne in a new medieval Classicvania game with gorgeous art, and 10 playable characters!

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  9. #9 Castleward
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Amanari Studio
    Windows

    Forge your destiny in Castleward! 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!

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  10. #10 Magnavale: Eternal Soul
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Barrier Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Eternal Soul is a gothic Metroidvania where you steal the souls of your enemies. Explore the castle, find powerful items & abilities, fight against demonic creatures, and learn the truth of your power.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Gothic 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Demons 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.5%

  11. #11 The Last Faith
    90% matchVery Positive84% of 5,200 reviews2023
    Dev: Kumi Souls GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Dive into the latest evolution of The Last Faith: a dark and gothic fusion of metroidvania and soulslike. Engage in merciless and precise combat with a huge range of weapons, firearms, and custom executions. Let nothing stand in the way of your journey to salvation.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Souls-like 19.7%, Vampire 16.8%, Gothic 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%

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    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Next Game Level
    Windows

    Kosmos is an MMA fighter who suddenly finds himself teleported into a dark fantasy world and searches for a way to return home. CRUDE is a Soul-like, fantasy platformer with metroidvania elements & an open world map.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Souls-like 20.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Demons 11.2%, Zombies 9.7%

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    89% matchVery Positive94% of 4,427 reviews2018
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 2ndBoss
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  15. #15 Revamped
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ESC Interactive
    Windows

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    Dev: Imdie Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    85% matchVery Positive95% of 2,570 reviews2024
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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    86% matchVery Positive96% of 492 reviews2022
    Dev: Pixel vs Pixel
    Windows

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    Windows
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    84% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2024
    Dev: AmmashDev
    Windows

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    Dev: PolarCatStudio
    Windows

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    Dev: UuPub: DLsite
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 45.8 hrs≥1hr: 60%

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    Dev: Gami Studio
    Windows

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    81% matchMixed65% of 26 reviews2025
    Dev: Two Moons
    Windows

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    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: HeadlessTek
    Windows

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    81% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2022
    Dev: COLNELIUS
    Windows

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  27. #27 Golden Knight
    78% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: Guara Studios
    Windows

    Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.

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    79% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Leniv & Bezdaren
    Windows

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    Why similar: Metroidvania 18%, Souls-like 17.1%, Swordplay 12.7%, Zombies 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10%

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    78% matchPositive81% of 36 reviews2025
    Dev: Dimmy VieiraPub: BR Games Studio
    Windows

    Stone 4 Souls is a side-scrolling game with Metroidvania, Soulslike, medieval fantasy, and RPG elements. Explore a world full of secrets and dangers while wielding powerful swords and equipping impressive visual items.

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    79% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
    Dev: Scumhead
    Windows

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    Dev: Ruben S. LuisPub: Pineapple Works
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    77% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    Windows · Linux

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    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: OdGames
    Windows

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    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: ant_game_projects
    Windows · Linux

    Awita: Journey of Hope is a captivating side-scrolling metroidvania game that follows the remarkable journey of a courageous girl determined to rescue her village from the clutches of a devastating epidemic.

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    75% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: aureamorum
    Windows

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    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BVS Studios
    Windows

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    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 48 reviews2023
    Dev: Dracma Studios
    Windows

    Never let your light go out. Wield a powerful flame, overcome menacing creatures and explore the shadows of a ruined castle in this compelling 2.5D action adventure platformer which features a unique dynamic difficulty system.

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    73% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Hairgression
    Windows

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    72% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: BoomSqueak
    Windows

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    Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Souls-like 21.1%, Side Scroller 14.5%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%

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    73% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: ERMediaPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows

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    72% matchMostly Positive76% of 257 reviews2023
    Dev: 豆豆萌萌兔
    Windows

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    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LazyTeaStudios
    Windows

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    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Contrast Games
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    71% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Rainbow Cemetery
    Windows

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    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Grinding Crow
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    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.

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    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nyro Interactive
    Windows

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  49. #49 Silent Santicado
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vigilant Addiction Studios
    Windows

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    Windows

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    69% matchNo user reviews
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    67% matchVery Positive92% of 231 reviews2025
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    Windows
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    67% matchNo user reviews2026
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    Windows

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    65% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
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    Windows

    This is a classic platformer.Fight through over 10 stages—or take an alternate route—as you make your way to the demon lord.It offers a challenging, retro-style action experience focused on precise controls and skill-based gameplay.

    Why similar: Vampire 24.8%, Side Scroller 18.4%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Platformer 12.9%

  60. #60 Mother's Sword
    66% 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 31.3%, Metroidvania 28.9%, Swordplay 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%, 2D Platformer 6.6%

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