60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Platformer, Action, Gothic.
Vampiric Crown is a side-scrolling action RPG set in a strange gothic world. A young vampire girl decides to rebel against her race, upon discovering that her sister will be the victim of a macabre plan to unearth the prince of darkness ...
Alice Into the Panopticon
Guide Alice, a young girl lost in an unfamiliar and dangerous world, in her quest to return home. In this 2D action-adventure metroidvania game you will meet peculiar characters, traverse a multitude of sceneries, and fight powerful beings known as Egregores to unravel the truth.
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement
Unravel the dark history of the Bloodstained universe and explore a hauntingly immersive 16th-century England steeped in a 2.5D gothic atmosphere, enthralling players in strategic battles, crafting, and exploration across a sprawling, cursed land.
Guide Alice, a young girl lost in an unfamiliar and dangerous world, in her quest to return home. In this 2D action-adventure metroidvania game you will meet peculiar characters, traverse a multitude of sceneries, and fight powerful beings known as Egregores to unravel the truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Gothic 17.6% ★, Platformer 9.5%, Multiple Endings 8.4%, Dark 7.4%
Unravel the dark history of the Bloodstained universe and explore a hauntingly immersive 16th-century England steeped in a 2.5D gothic atmosphere, enthralling players in strategic battles, crafting, and exploration across a sprawling, cursed land.
Why similar: Gothic 30.6% ★, Metroidvania 23.7%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.1%, Platformer 6%
Vyanka's Memories is a platform-style game with metroidvania elements. Vyanka is a monster hunter who was called to her home village to protect it from a vampire. In the confrontation, she loses all her memories and powers and must remember them by defeating monsters in different biomes.
Why similar: Gothic 26.3% ★, Metroidvania 23%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Action RPG 9.6%
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Gothic 15.9% ★, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Side Scroller 9.9%, RPG 4.6%
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.3%, Gothic 17% ★, Side Scroller 9.5%, Horror 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
VELASTER is a gruesome 3D side-scrolling action combat game set in the Middle-earth called Malum. You will find yourself growing in battles against various monsters and bosses. Take revenge that remains in your fading memories.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24%, Gothic 18.1% ★, Side Scroller 13.5%, Action RPG 8.4%, Platformer 7.1%
Travel to the Tower in the Sea to avert the apocalypse, in this exploration action-platformer. Join Auria, a retired war hero, as she adventures through a beautiful and dangerous world to save her family and the fabric of reality itself!
Why similar: Gothic 26.3% ★, Metroidvania 25.3%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Platformer 8.5%, Exploration 6.7%
Dive into the strange town of Rainybrook, taken over by the “Vile” in this 2.5D metroidvania! Fight your way through treacherous terrains and defeat formidable bosses to absorb their powers! Will you save the town and find your missing friend Ella — or will you give in to the monster you've become?
Why similar: Gothic 23.9% ★, Metroidvania 19.9%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Dark 8.2%, Multiple Endings 7.9%
Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.
Why similar: Gothic 27.6% ★, Metroidvania 22.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Action RPG 8.7%, Character Customization 6.4%
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 30.1%, Gothic 24.6% ★, Action RPG 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%, Exploration 7.1%
Archdemon Balor has opened the Gate of Hell into the human realm and hordes of demons and monsters have flooded into your world destroying everything in their path. You must protect those who are still alive and ultimately destroy Balor to close the Gate.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Gothic 17.5% ★, Side Scroller 13.6%, 3D Platformer 11.3%, Action RPG 8.6%
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 29.5%, Gothic 17.8% ★, Side Scroller 15.1%, Platformer 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.1%
Take control of the demon sisters Kirika and Masha as they attempt to revive their Demon Lord Maxim and rebuild their castle in this 2D action Metroidvania adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Gothic 29.8% ★, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Action 7.6%, Action-Adventure 7%
Shadows Labyrinth – is a gloomy metroidvania with RPG mechanics. Chop, conjure and survive in a perpetual darkness filled with monsters, traps and betrayal.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Gothic 19.2% ★, Side Scroller 10.5%, Platformer 10.3%, Action RPG 6.7%
Get portal-napped to an alternate version of The United States 2000 years in the future. Travel the 16-bit landscape of MURICA on a search for the way home; and maybe save the past while you're at it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Action RPG 11.5%, Platformer 9.4%
A dark-fantasy interdimensional adventure. Snap your fingers to explore overlapping realities, face high-intensity platforming sections, solve environmental puzzles, and escape a deadly force threatening to consume everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Gothic 22.1% ★, 3D Platformer 11.7%, Action RPG 10.6%, Platformer 8.4%
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Action RPG 13.4%, Platformer 8.1%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Action 6%
A completely non linear adventure, with screen filling bosses, which could have been named Metroidvania if it wasn't for legal issues.
Why similar: Gothic 25.1% ★, Metroidvania 22.4%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 8%, Female Protagonist 6.7%
Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Platformer 10.9%, 3D Platformer 10.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%
Poppet Quest is an exploration based 3D Metroidvania. Play as Poppet, a murdered woman returned to life as a doll. Trapped in a toy store, cursed, and losing your sanity, you must battle through legions of toys driven mad. Can you break the curse? Can you save yourself?
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, 3D Platformer 14.7%, Action RPG 10.5%, Female Protagonist 10%, Exploration 9.9%
Classic 2D platformer, play as a nimble elf and dash through the ancient fairytale forest. Defeat powerful Insomniac creatures, cast spells by combining four elements to summon thunder and entangle flame. Collect the heart of the goddess, unleash the hidden power of your Silver Axe.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.1%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Action RPG 9.9%, Platformer 8.2%
Under the tyranny of the four-throated, magic collapsed and darkness fell. Irang embarks on a journey to find her missing family and uncover her birth's secret. In a Metroidvania-style adventure, she explores a decayed world, enhances envoy powers, and aims to restore the lost light.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Action RPG 12.7%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%, Multiple Endings 8.4%
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 28.2%, Gothic 24.7% ★, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Action 7.9%
Rot is a 2.5D tag-team action adventure that combines exploration and fighting game mechanics. Explore a dying, dark fantasy world warped by powerful personas known as beacons. Fight, survive, save your home, and watch as the world around is changed as the powers of the beacons strengthen or weaken.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Gothic 20% ★, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action RPG 11.1%, Platformer 8.6%
Fight to bring beautiful colors back to a hand-crafted world of darkness and discover the story of Europa, a young warrior, and her ghostly childhood companion, Apino.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Action RPG 11%, Platformer 10.5%, Female Protagonist 7.6%
The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest (TASQ) is a parody/homage platformer set in a dark 8-bit world. Your vampire-hunting rival robbed you of fame by killing Count Dracula first! Reclaim your glory by resurrecting Dracula piece by piece and slaying the dark count yourself!
Why similar: Gothic 24.7% ★, Metroidvania 23%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action RPG 9.9%, Platformer 7.6%
The dark lord Rhogul is about to be resurrected and the only man capable of stopping him is dying. Explore a vast open world in this action game with metroidvania elements and join Arion Dorleac in his final days for one last time...
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Gothic 22.1% ★, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 8.4%, Dark 7.7%
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 31.4%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Action RPG 12%, Platformer 6.6%
This is the story of Xandria, an iron alchemist. She seeks revenge regardless of the consequences. To achieve it, Xandria fights with a powerful whip and the power of chemical elements. Find out more about her in this modern metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Gothic 31% ★, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Platformer 9.9%, Action RPG 9.5%
Harness the power of the elements in a thrilling 2D Metroidvania adventure! Traverse a plague-stricken kingdom, face deadly foes, and uncover the truth behind a devastating storm. With handcrafted environments and challenging combat, shape your destiny in a world teetering on the edge of ruin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Gothic 21.2% ★, Side Scroller 20.2%, Platformer 7.4%, Dark 4.8%
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 42.9%, Action RPG 12.2%, Exploration 10.2%, Platformer 7.9%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
The Abandoned Presence is a gritty and challenging Metroidvania set in a world heavily inspired by India's urban heritage and industrial core. Search for answers as Zoe; wield industrial weapons, traverse city skylines, and take on elite enemies to uncover the secrets of The Abandoned Presence.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Platformer 10.6%, Exploration 5.6%
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 29%, Gothic 27.9% ★, Side Scroller 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%, Platformer 6.3%
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 48.4%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Action 7.6%, Female Protagonist 6.3%
NECROTOPIA is an exploratory action game, in which a monster, who woke up on a stormy night by lightning, picks up junks as weapons and searches for who he/she is. Use various types of weapons to defeat enemies and explore the fascinating world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, Gothic 29% ★, Platformer 11.5%, Dark 7.7%, Action 6.1%
As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey.
Why similar: Gothic 34.5% ★, Metroidvania 27.5%, Action RPG 9.7%, Exploration 8%, Dark Fantasy 5.7%
Metroidvania-style Action RPGSister maribel goes to fight a queen saccubus Character makeup Over 100 customization items
Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Action RPG 14.2%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Character Customization 10.9%
BitUp is a side scrolling, exploration metroidvania game set in a Cubist-Impressionist universe. A game kept hidden by its legendary creator, while its protagonist looks for answers. Players must aid Bit in its quest to find out what lies beyond.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, 3D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 12.2%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Exploration 8.8%
Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.
Why similar: Gothic 31.6% ★, Metroidvania 24.8%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Platformer 9.4%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
Emilia's life turns into chaos as her family members disappear, one by one. Forced to put her trust in a wolf spirit, Emilia sets off to search the land while pressured into feeding a monstrous power. Will the enigmatic figure she encounters offer guidance, or is Emilia diving head-first into peril?
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.2%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Platformer 10%, Dark Fantasy 6.1%
A nation is on the brink of collapse and you have been given a special order: rescue the trapped president. Run, jump, and gun your way across its interconnected districts full of enemies and secrets. Uncover the truth behind your mission.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Platformer 12.5%, Side Scroller 10%, 3D Platformer 9.7%, Exploration 7.1%
ALL IS FAIR IN HYDE & SEEK. BETRAY, OUTWIT, AND DEVOUR YOUR FELLOW GUESTS TO SECURE YOUR FREEDOM! You have one goal: collect gems from around the manor. But be careful - rumor has it that when night falls, the manor's guests will turn into monsters!
Why similar: Gothic 29.7% ★, 3D Platformer 16.5%, Dark 11.9%, Platformer 11.1%, PvP 7.5%
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!
Why similar: Gothic 30.6% ★, Metroidvania 25.6%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Platformer 8.1%, Horror 6.8%
Immerse yourself in an exciting anime-style metroidvania, where each skill unlocks new areas and secrets on the vast map. Face powerful bosses, acquire unique abilities, and uncover hidden mysteries in this ever-evolving world, all with traditional anime-inspired animation.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Exploration 9.2%, Action-Adventure 6.5%
A Hentai action Metroidvania where you play as a cursed succubus reclaiming her powers. Slash through enemies with fluid Hack & Slash combat, drain their essence through animated lewd abilities, and unlock new powers as you explore a dark, corrupted world of lust, and corruption.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Action RPG 7.8%, Exploration 7.5%
TAIKER is a platformer RPG. Peggy and her robot assistant Chopy will explore various area. Obtain skills to beat enemy and solve puzzles.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Female Protagonist 15%, Platformer 8.8%, Action RPG 6.7%
Embark on a journey through the longest night with Leila, a valiant member of the Vigilant Order. Delve into the hidden truths shrouded in eternal darkness, unravel the mystery surrounding Leila's enigmatic sister, and confront the eldritch horrors lurking in a world that has lost the light of day.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Action RPG 9%, Platformer 7.5%
Explore a sealed crypt to reveal its sacred secrets as an archivist priest. Use your faith against the looming horrors. Banish them and make your path before your lantern goes out, or you will lose your way... and your mind.
Why similar: Gothic 55% ★, Dark 12.5%, Horror 11.7%, Exploration 8.4%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%
One day, the unlucky girl "Runa Ichiya" wakes up in a haunted house.
Why similar: Gothic 42.3% ★, Female Protagonist 17.1%, Multiple Endings 13.9%, Horror 13.1%, Exploration 10.9%
Lady Ligeia, the legendary and magnificent witch, welcome to the House of Usher. Roderick Usher is scheming to resurrect the wicked witch Lenore. We are in dire need of your great Machina magic. Please save us.
Why similar: Gothic 33.3% ★, Metroidvania 21.5%, Female Protagonist 12%, Dark 10.3%, Action RPG 10.2%
Chronicles of Teddy : Harmony of Exidus is a 2D Adventure / Action game with a Pixel Art Retro finish. Help Tarant in a quest, in which you will have to fight, use your sense of direction and hearing to accomplish your mission.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, Female Protagonist 19.9%, Platformer 9.3%, RPG 6.2%, Action 6%
VonGarland Castle : Sacrilege of the Night a love letter to action platformer classics like Castlevania, Super Metroid and Mega Man X.
Why similar: Gothic 27.5% ★, Metroidvania 22.4%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Action RPG 8.4%, Platformer 6%
Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Gothic 26.6% ★, Side Scroller 14.2%, Multiple Endings 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%
You are Névoa, an enigmatic child of Fate returning at long last to Earth, in this explor-action platformer from the creators of Celeste. Earthblade's lush pixel art world offers seamless exploration, challenging combat, and countless mysteries to pick apart.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.7%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Action RPG 11.8%, Platformer 10.6%, Exploration 10.2%
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 32.7%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Platformer 10%, Action RPG 9.3%, Exploration 8.1%
Dead by Death is a retro style platformer. The hero will explore dungeons where are full of traps and find out hidden secrets. To defeat monsters till you die or live for glory.
Why similar: Gothic 29.7% ★, Metroidvania 22.9%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 7.2%, RPG 6.8%
Guild of Darksteel is a story-driven adventure game set in a rich, dark fantasy world. As the immortal Sellsword, you must unearth an evil plot brewing beneath the city of Ravenrock. Only you can discover the true horror lurking under the city’s surface.
Why similar: Gothic 26.3% ★, Side Scroller 15.5%, Dark 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%, Platformer 8%
Traverse an old, abandoned cathedral filled with grotesque monsters and bloodthirsty vampires. Overcome relentless enemies and heart-pounding boss fights with your choice of weapons, spells and accessories in this macabre 2D Action-RPG.
Why similar: Gothic 26.8% ★, Metroidvania 26.1%, Action RPG 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Horror 8.2%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Gothic 13.2% ★, Action 6.1%, Dark Fantasy 5.1%
