Games Like Volkolak: The Will of Gods

Fantasy metroidvania with a moral choice and hunting the bosses who are not going to patiently wait for you in their lair. Study the monsters. Track'em. Kill'em. Exploration of the vast interconnected fairytale world, an acrobatic combat system and weird locals are what awaits you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Souls-like 20.2%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the distinct Slavic folklore setting and metroidvania exploration style found in Volkolak.

Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Platformer 9.2%, Hand-drawn 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar Slavic-inspired world and challenging 2D platforming combat.

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 25.2%, Souls-like 22.9%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Platformer 8.3%, Action-Adventure 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, souls-like metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and difficult boss encounters.

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 37.2%, Souls-like 33.5%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Platformer 7.9%, Side Scroller 7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a dark, gothic atmosphere with brutal souls-like combat and metroidvania progression.

The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.4%, Souls-like 21.3%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, 2D Platformer 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deeply atmospheric, religious-horror-themed world with challenging souls-like combat mechanics.

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 35%, Souls-like 25.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Side Scroller 5.2%, Multiple Endings 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for metroidvania exploration, offering a vast, lore-rich world and tight combat.

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 30.8%, Souls-like 27.1%, Platformer 10%, Hand-drawn 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers high-difficulty, parry-focused combat within a beautifully crafted 2D metroidvania world.

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 27.7%, Souls-like 24.6%, Side Scroller 9.3%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Hack and Slash 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a somber, hand-drawn art style and challenging, deliberate combat typical of the souls-like genre.

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 49.6%, Metroidvania 26%, Dark Fantasy 6.3%, Platformer 5.9%, Side Scroller 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential 2D souls-like that heavily influenced the genre's integration of RPG mechanics and exploration.

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 26.8%, Souls-like 23.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 8.8%, Side Scroller 8%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like metroidvania that prioritizes precise combat and challenging enemy encounters.

ENDER LILIES is a dark fantasy 2D action RPG about unraveling the mysteries of a destroyed kingdom. On this sorrowful journey, encounter horrific enemies against whom a moment of inattention could be fatal. Overcome these hardships and seek the truth with the help of fallen knights.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Souls-like 29.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Multiple Endings 5.7%, Medieval 4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a hauntingly beautiful, dark fantasy world with deep metroidvania exploration and souls-like difficulty.

Voidwrought is a 2D action-platformer set in a hand-drawn world of cosmic horrors. Explore the thawing ruins of the First Civilisation and strike down the gods that dwell there. Grow your powers, uncover ancient artifacts, and expand your shrine amid the wreckage.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.9%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 11.6%, Hand-drawn 8.1%, Action-Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, lore-rich metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and atmospheric world-building.

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 45.4%, Metroidvania 29.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%, Platformer 5.5%, Side Scroller 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A robust souls-like metroidvania with a focus on character builds and challenging boss fights.

Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.

Why similar: Souls-like 26.6%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Platformer 8.3%, Metroidvania 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, hand-drawn side-scrolling action game that focuses on fluid combat and folklore themes.

Skelethrone is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Souls-like 26.2%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Multiple Endings 7.9%, Platformer 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on dark fantasy aesthetics and souls-like combat within a 2D metroidvania framework.

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.3%, Souls-like 23.4%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Side Scroller 5.3%, 2D 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy metroidvania with a focus on spirits and souls-like combat progression.

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 26.6%, Souls-like 24.5%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, side-scrolling world with a strong emphasis on souls-like combat and exploration.

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Souls-like 27.6%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique absorption mechanics and a surreal, dark world that rewards careful combat and exploration.

Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!

Why similar: Souls-like 32.8%, Metroidvania 16.8%, Narration 13.1%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Story Rich 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a dark, gritty atmosphere with a heavy emphasis on tactical, souls-like combat.

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 26.9%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Souls-like 13.8%, Platformer 12.7%, Hand-drawn 6%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, hand-drawn platformer that uses unique world-shifting mechanics for exploration.

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 24.3%, Souls-like 18.4%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, 2D Platformer 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, hand-drawn metroidvania with a deep focus on exploration and diverse combat abilities.

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 63.7%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Platformer 8.2%, Dark Fantasy 4.7%, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style metroidvania with deep RPG elements and a vast, interconnected map.

Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Souls-like 25.3%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 10.2%, Hand-drawn 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its extreme platforming challenges and expansive metroidvania world.

A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 62.8%, Platformer 21.9%, 2D 7.8%, Action 5.2%, Adventure 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A polished metroidvania that captures the feel of classic exploration games with unique elemental mechanics.

F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.1%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Story Rich 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A diesel-punk metroidvania featuring intense combat and a highly detailed, interconnected world.

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Side Scroller 16.5%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 11%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming yet challenging metroidvania that focuses on exploration and secrets in a post-apocalyptic world.

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Platformer 16.1%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Story Rich 8.6%, 2D Platformer 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania that balances challenging combat with a focus on exploration and world traversal.

A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Platformer 12.6%, Magic 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A platforming-heavy metroidvania that offers deep customization and challenging exploration.

Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.4%, Souls-like 17.7%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Platformer 8%

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 24.2%, Souls-like 22.9%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

Make impactful decisions in moral dilemma situations, which will change the course of your journey through this atmospheric, hand-drawn metroidvania. Explore the hazardous paths of the Realm of Aestik and fight its corrupted inhabitants as you unravel its deep-rooted mysteries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.2%, Souls-like 17.7%, 2D Platformer 14%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 7%

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 21.7%, Souls-like 19.6%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Platformer 8.3%

Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.7%, Souls-like 25.2%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 7%

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 72.7%, Platformer 16.5%, Action 4%, 2D 2.9%, Adventure 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled metroidvania that emphasizes exploration, secrets, and challenging boss encounters.

Four elements. One destiny. Embark on an elemental journey inspired by tales of balance and power, reborn as a Metroidvania adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Souls-like 16.6%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%

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 28.5%, Souls-like 25.7%, Hand-drawn 8.5%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Platformer 7.5%

Hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan in Chronicles of the Wolf! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo in this epic adventure featuring brutal bosses, vast castles, and secrets to uncover. Narration by the legendary Robert Belgrade and other special appearances!

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.2%, Side Scroller 22.9%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 6%

Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Souls-like 27.5%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Multiple Endings 7.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%

Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.4%, Side Scroller 16.6%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

A hardcore, 2D action-platformer where only precision can keep you from death.

Why similar: Souls-like 16.4%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Side Scroller 14.6%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 10.7%

Emerald Dreams: Sanity - Platformer Quest is an exciting 2.5D platformer and adventure Metroidvania that takes you on a journey through mysterious worlds. The game offers a rich story set in a dark fantasy universe where every decision you make can lead to one of multiple endings.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 12.1%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Multiple Endings 8.8%

Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 26.8%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%

A 2D video game that combines platforming and action with a touch of exploration in which we control Morkull, God of death and darkness and lord of the Ragast, whose main mechanics lies in the breaking of the fourth wall, which will allow Morkull to communicate with the player in various ways.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Platformer 9.5%

Awaken as a soul from the Underworld. Discover who you are and explore an ever-changing open world full of mystery. Battle beasts and gods, or forge alliances with them. Die and be reborn in this adventure.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.8%, Multiple Endings 31.4%, Story Rich 20.2%, Atmospheric 7.5%, Action 5.6%

Kromlech is an action-adventure RPG with rogue-lite elements, set in a dark fantasy world of swords and sorcery. Play as an adventurer whose quest for glory and gold takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself at the center of a world-ending calamity.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Souls-like 33%, Narration 19.8%, Dark Fantasy 8%, Action 3.8%

Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.

Why similar: Souls-like 54%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Story Rich 9.7%, Magic 9.2%, 2D 8.6%

Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.3%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7.6%

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 29.2%, Side Scroller 15.5%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 10.5%

You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Souls-like 29.2%, Side Scroller 11%, Platformer 7.5%, Action 5.6%

Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Souls-like 25.1%, Side Scroller 16.5%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

Selfloss is an emotional exploration game filled with rich lore, set in a whale-worshipping, Slavic-inspired world. Embark on the journey of the healer, Kazimir, and his magical staff as he fights a mysterious Miasma in search of a ritual to cure his wounded soul.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Magic 9.4%, Medieval 9%

Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, 2D 5.8%, Multiple Endings 5.7%

Intense 2D action with special attacks, aerial combos, and customizable combat in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Upgrade your skills, forge new items, discover secret paths, and face challenging enemies on a journey to save the kingdom!

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Hack and Slash 20.2%, Side Scroller 19.6%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Platformer 8.7%

Folk Hero is an action-slasher with rogue-lite elements set in the world of Slavic fantasy. Explore the ever-changing island, find treasures, combine weapons and artifacts to defeat mythical enemies. Challenge your skills! One life, one try.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 41%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, Multiple Endings 17.7%, Story Rich 12.8%, 2D 7.6%

Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Souls-like 23.6%, Side Scroller 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%

Embark on a journey to The Smiling Islands, the realm of the Saviors, where an enigmatic guide beckons. The seasoned narrator has shared this story countless times, yet none have graced the miraculous land. Can you seize your narrative and ascend as a Savior?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 16%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Narration 12.2%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8.7%

Explore a vast, colorful world in this 2D hand-drawn Metroidvania set during the Age of Discoveries. Grab your halberd and become a hero amid the storm!

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.7%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Narration 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 9.5%

A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a classic sword and sorcery setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Souls-like 26.8%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.4%

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 31%, Souls-like 25.1%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Platformer 9.5%, Hand-drawn 6.9%

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: Metroidvania 28.6%, Side Scroller 17.8%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 10.3%, Multiple Endings 9.9%