60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Pixel Graphics, Platformer, 2D, Adventure.
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!
Vlad Voievod Dracula: Dungeons of Egrigoz
The story of the legendary Vlad Dracula starts in a dark dungeon under the castle of Egrigoz, surrounded by horror, death and medieval torture. A retro Classicvania where you get to be Dracula, the medieval ruler of Wallachia, and see his side of the story!
Vlad Voievod Dracula: Episode 2
A challenging Classicvania game with an instant death - infinite respawn mechanic (and an "easy" mode). It's tactical: you need to understand each challenge, and time your moves for perfect execution. Easy to learn but hard to master. It's about Vlad the Impaler, the real medieval Dracula.
The story of the legendary Vlad Dracula starts in a dark dungeon under the castle of Egrigoz, surrounded by horror, death and medieval torture. A retro Classicvania where you get to be Dracula, the medieval ruler of Wallachia, and see his side of the story!
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.5%, Tactical 10.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Puzzle Platformer 9.9%, Linear 9.7%
A challenging Classicvania game with an instant death - infinite respawn mechanic (and an "easy" mode). It's tactical: you need to understand each challenge, and time your moves for perfect execution. Easy to learn but hard to master. It's about Vlad the Impaler, the real medieval Dracula.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.8%, Difficult 10.7%, Tactical 10.2%, Linear 8.9%, Retro 8.3%
"The best platformer of 2019."Horace is a huge platforming adventure which pushes the boundaries of the genre with a profound story of a small robot learning of life, the universe and Douglas Adams. Made by videogame lovers for videogame lovers!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.9%, Platformer 12.2%, Puzzle Platformer 11.1%, Difficult 10.9%, Cinematic 7.5%
A Classicvania action-horror game where you play as Vlad Tepes Dracula, the medieval Voievod (Warlord) of Wallachia. Fight your way through the Dungeons of Edirne Castele to recruit a great warrior sentenced to death at the hands of a man eating Inquisitor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.4%, Tactical 11.4%, Puzzle Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 10.4%, Linear 9.7%
Uncover the truth behind your death and your sibling’s in a story-driven precision platformer inspired by the Pied Piper myth. Navigate a decaying, interconnected world where movement is your only defense. No combat, only precision, consequence, and secrets hidden in the dark.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Difficult 13.2%, Puzzle Platformer 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Platformer 8.1%
Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Platformer 13.5%, Retro 12.4%, Difficult 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
Albert’s Journey is a 2d platformer adventure game with a pixel art look.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Platformer 15.9%, Retro 14.4%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
Invert the world around you in this atmospheric pixel-art puzzle platformer. Escape an alien spaceship with your dog using mysterious artifacts that reshape reality, uncover hidden secrets, and solve increasingly difficult handcrafted puzzles.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20%, Metroidvania 17.8%, Difficult 14.2%, Retro 13.3%, Platformer 10.1%
A 2D puzzle-platformer where you light your way through the darkness. Play as the Light, exploring an abandoned civilization where you find a suit of armor that seems to have magical properties. Suit up using the powers of the suit to channel your light magic to see what this strange place hides.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Puzzle Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Platformer 15.5%, Difficult 15%, Retro 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Retro 14.5%, Platformer 14.2%, Difficult 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Help Choppy Orc release his friends from their chest prisons. Strike enemies with your Axe or pin it on a wall to make a bouncy platform for Choppy Orc to jump on. Utilise the different kind of walls, each one alters the way you move through the level. Spring up, dash forward or float away!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17%, Difficult 15.1%, Retro 12%, Platformer 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.3%
Nakawak is a handheld style Metroidvania. Explore! Power Up! Escape! This is a retro game displaced in time. Now features expanded content!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.5%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Platformer 10%, Retro 9.7%, Difficult 9%
Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Platformer 16.9%, Retro 12.4%, Difficult 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
Fight your way through the dungeons of the Alchemist's Castle, collect power ups and take back what is rightfully yours from the Alchemist himself in this old-school metroidvania!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Puzzle Platformer 16%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Retro 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.3%, Puzzle Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 13.7%, Retro 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.8%
Rugösi is a very short game - just like our lives. Professor Alveus and Professor Vox invite you to play through the test chambers and compete against others in the Steam leaderboards.
Why similar: Platformer 17.7%, Retro 13.4%, Difficult 11.3%, Puzzle Platformer 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%
Go with the brave blacksmith on his journey for the Hammer of Gods. To get the legendary tool, you have to overcome 20 hardcore levels filled with deadly traps!
Why similar: Platformer 19.9%, Puzzle Platformer 18.5%, Retro 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Linear 11%
The old gods have forgotten this land. No one could save our people when darkness started spreading and collecting human souls for its army. Odallus is a classic exploration/action game, inspired by Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.5%, Retro 16.1%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Action 5%
Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Platformer 14.9%, Retro 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Side Scroller 6.3%
Mini Knight's Journey is a linear action-adventure platformer game about two twin brothers who, with their father, go on a journey to defeat the school bullies! Play as one of the two brothers and face this incredible adventure!
Why similar: Platformer 16%, Retro 14.6%, Linear 13.4%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Difficult 12.3%
Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, Platformer 11.4%, Retro 11.3%, Difficult 10%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
Explore three distant planets in this retro-inspired 2D metroidvania, developed for the Game Boy Color. Face mysterious creatures, discover powerful upgrades and uncover lost secrets. The fate of humanity is in your hands!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Platformer 16.2%, Retro 15.8%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Master the four elements as a shape-shifting slime in a 16-bit puzzle-platformer adventure. Alter your form to solve puzzles, overcome obstacles, and retrieve Idunn's stolen apples to restore a withering world.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.2%, Retro 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 14%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 12.1%
Set approximately 1 year after the events of the first game, Panzer returns to his role as Raid Leader of the Zergadins. The old team has been "recruited", an all-new state-of-the-art headquarters built, and a world of adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Platformer 16.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Action 8%
One Gun Guy is a straight forward no nonsense action platformer, one giant level littered with player upgrades, hazards to tackle, enemies to destroy, a boss to kill, and multiple difficulty settings.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 13.3%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Retro 12.4%, Difficult 11.2%
A challenging, 2D Platform Adventure game where all level mechanics can change if you don't stay balanced. Help Ethan to grow up and leave his roots in order to pursue his dreams, find clues about his past and fight against your nightmares in your journey to the Somnium Shore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36%, Platformer 18.5%, Difficult 6.7%, Puzzle Platformer 6.7%, 2D Platformer 6.2%
Armed with a whip made from human spines, confront the nightmarish creatures of mankind. Swing your whip, use sub-weapons, crush your foes under chandeliers, and deflect enemy projectiles back at them—all in this pixel-perfect action platformer!
Why similar: Platformer 18.6%, Retro 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Side Scroller 10.6%
A Bomb Caterpillar's Big Adventure! "Öoo" is a charming yet mysterious exploration puzzle platformer where you discover creative ways to use bombs!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Puzzle Platformer 19.7%, Platformer 12%, Linear 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
Blow your enemies up with their own bombs in this explosive 2D action platformer! Catch the deadly plushies' bombs in time to throw them right back to the sender! Will you uncover the cute fluffy toys' origins?
Why similar: Platformer 20.7%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Retro 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Difficult 12.1%
In this puzzle platformer, your screen is split down the middle. Control Pitter and Patter simultaneously as you jump, dash, and climb through two parallel realities in this atmospheric adventure on your quest to reunite them.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, Puzzle Platformer 21%, Platformer 14.2%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Linear 9.9%
Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Difficult 14.3%, Platformer 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Side Scroller 9%
An absurd retro-platformer that tests your patience.
Why similar: Difficult 16.8%, Puzzle Platformer 16.7%, Platformer 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
Best Buds vs Bad Guys is a 2D run ’n’ gun from a game developer Dad and his 11 year old son, with a special message behind it. Travel to 11 different worlds, all presented in classic 16-bit style, with a catchy chip-tune soundtrack and lots of over-the-top weapons!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.5%, Platformer 16.1%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Retro 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Platformer 13%, Retro 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
Years have passed, decades maybe. Little goblin moved on, all but forgot about the great coin trouble, not even realizing that a new trouble is awaiting behind the doors!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Platformer 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Difficult 12.3%, Retro 11%
Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.2%, Platformer 18.8%, Retro 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Action 9.4%
After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Platformer 9.5%, Retro 9.5%, Side Scroller 9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
2D Pixel platformer about a cute character named Gelu. He can create and destroy his copies made of ice, limited number of times. With the help of ice copies he can climb on platform, pass the obstacles and pass the levels. Help Gelu to pass hard levels.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.3%, Platformer 17.6%, Side Scroller 15.1%, 2D Platformer 9%, Retro 8.7%
A 2D pixel-art metroidvania where you fight using elemental spirits instead of basic attacks. Explore, collect, and solve puzzles in a magical forest.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Puzzle Platformer 17.1%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Difficult 14.2%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, Difficult 18.4%, Platformer 15.5%, Retro 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%
Mutant scum never learn! Blaster Master Zero makes its Steam debut! Blaster Master Zero is a 8-bit style top-down & sideview 2D action-adventure game that hearkens back to the golden age of the NES. The game features new gameplay elements such as improved gameplay, and a more robust scenario.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42%, Retro 16.2%, Platformer 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Action 9.4%
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Uncle Che! Explore a vibrant 2D world, battle whimsical enemies, and uncover secrets to retrieve the stolen ingredients and save the recipe for legendary bread in this charming Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Difficult 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 8.5%
With the Gods of light about to lose the great battle against the Army of Darkness, the Aggelos must learn to embrace his darker side. Explore two opposing realms full of secrets, puzzles and intense 2D combat in this challenging action-platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Platformer 12.8%, Retro 11%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
A blocky puzzle platformer adventure.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.4%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Linear 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
All alone, Hania sets out on a journey to find the answers to her past across this uncharted, perilous and magical world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Platformer 17.6%, Difficult 15.7%, Retro 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
A short experimental puzzle platformer exploring the idea of a glitched out main menu.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.9%, Puzzle Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 13.4%, Linear 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.7%
Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.5%
Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Retro 14.5%, Platformer 13.4%, Difficult 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%
Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Difficult 8.7%, Retro 6.7%
"Little Droid 2: Escape" is a classic 2D (Metroidvania) side-scrolling pixel art adventure where you need to find a way to escape a mysterious planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Platformer 18%, Retro 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Linear 7.5%
A Norse mythology Metroidvania where an orphan sets out on a journey through interconnected realms. Master tactical combat, discover ancient powers, and unveil the secrets of a dying world in this hand-crafted pixel art adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Puzzle Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
Move lights. Walk on shadows. Surface Tension: Eclipse is a surreal 2D puzzlevania where cast shadows become solid platforms, every room is a spatial riddle, and the darkness hides more than it reveals.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Puzzle Platformer 21.6%, Platformer 10.6%, 2D Platformer 10%, Retro 9.2%
Launch yourself upward in brutal, creative ways in Getting Stronger. A fast, arcade-style precision platformer inspired by classic Flash games. You can’t die but every mistake will hurt. Master the climb, endure the pain, and reach the top to save the one who matters.
Why similar: Difficult 15.5%, Puzzle Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Tactical 10.7%, Side Scroller 9.8%
Embark on a thrilling journey to redemption in this metroidvania style action platformer. Explore a multitude of locations, battle a variety of enemies and solve small puzzles to retrieve collectibles for your trophy room. Unlock new areas by upgrading your weapons and abilities.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, Platformer 13.9%, Puzzle Platformer 13.3%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
A retro penguin platformer designed for Gameboy. Perfect for fans of penguins and anyone looking for a moderate challenge in a cold setting!
Why similar: Platformer 18.6%, Side Scroller 17.6%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Retro 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
Dive into a great adventure in the Game Boy era! Tako will travel the world, explore mysterious dungeons and fight tenacious bosses on his quest to end the war between the octopus kingdom and the human realm. Will you help this brave octopus to spread his message of tolerance and unity?
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Puzzle Platformer 16.4%, Platformer 14.9%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Retro 8%
Aleya's Ascent is a metroidvania inspired by Celeste and Hollow Knight. Explore a cosmic mountain range and find strange temples, hidden labyrinths, and ancient artifacts while overcoming platforming challenges, punishing fights and chase sequences to return star fragments to the night sky.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Puzzle Platformer 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Difficult 12.6%, Platformer 10.8%
Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Retro 9.9%, Side Scroller 7%
