Games Like Wallachia: Reign of Dracula

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: Action 30.1%, Platformer 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Indie 12.9%, Female Protagonist 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game is the definitive modern homage to classic 8-bit vampire-hunting action games.

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: Action 34.7%, Platformer 21.6%, Pixel Graphics 20.7%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, 2D 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A direct sequel that refines the retro-action mechanics and character-swapping systems of its predecessor.

Follow the story of Xandria, the iron alchemist. Seeking revenge, she accepts the dangerous mission to put an end to the evil that resides in Dracula's castle and torments the people of Transylvania. Fight with an iron whip in this retro-style & Classic-Vania adventure.

Why similar: Action 39.6%, Platformer 25.6%, Pixel Graphics 20%, 2D 14.7%

Why You'll Like It: A direct thematic and mechanical homage to classic vampire-hunting games with a focus on gothic horror.

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: Action 28.9%, Violent 24.5%, Indie 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, 2D 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal, retro-styled action platformer that perfectly captures the difficulty and gothic atmosphere of classic genre staples.

Bela Lugosi returns as Prince Dracula in this classicvania horror platformer! Battle your way through the monster plagued countryside, evade deadly traps and pitfalls, overcome Dracula’s commanders in single combat, and discover the secret history of your monstrous foes.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 65.1%, 2D 34.9%

Why You'll Like It: Directly captures the classic gothic horror vibe and side-scrolling action style found in Wallachia.

Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.

Why similar: Action 27.3%, Indie 18.9%, Platformer 18.6%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic action-platformer that emphasizes challenging boss battles and retro-inspired mechanics.

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: Action 33.1%, Indie 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Platformer 17%, 2D 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, atmospheric 8-bit world with exploration and action mechanics that feel like a love letter to the NES era.

Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is a side-scrolling action platformer that channels the golden age of classic 16-bit action games in a full-throttle quest for revenge. Created to defend a totalitarian state, the Moonrider rejects its programming and now seeks vengeance on its creators.

Why similar: Action 35.5%, Platformer 28.4%, Pixel Graphics 23.9%, 2D 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers fast-paced, high-octane retro action with tight controls and a focus on arcade-style combat.

Slain: Back from Hell. A heavy metal inspired arcade combat with puzzle elements and gore galore. Stunning visuals and true old school gameplay accompanied by the most metal soundtrack you've ever heard.

Why similar: Action 31%, Platformer 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Indie 17.4%, 2D 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a heavy metal aesthetic with challenging, pixel-art gothic action that mirrors the intensity of the seed game.

Battle Princess Madelyn is a game that follows the journey of a young knight in training, Madelyn, and her ghostly pet dog, Fritzy. Join them as they set out on a journey to save her kingdom and her family from the clutches of an evil wizard!

Why similar: Action 31.1%, Indie 22.3%, Platformer 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer with a strong fantasy aesthetic and challenging combat sequences.

Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

Why similar: Action 34.8%, Indie 18%, Platformer 15.4%, Violent 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: An intense, heavy-metal-infused action platformer that delivers brutal combat and detailed pixel art.

Take control of one of three playable characters (Gunvolt, Ekoro, and Beck) as you blast your way past the baddies in stage after stage of side-scrolling action! Each stage ends with a boss encounter. Defeat the boss to complete the stage.

Why similar: Action 40.1%, Indie 24.3%, Platformer 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 15%

Why You'll Like It: A retro action platformer that provides tight, arcade-style gameplay with a nostalgic aesthetic.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Action 25.3%, Platformer 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 21.6%, Indie 17.5%, 2D 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-intensity retro action game that matches the arcade difficulty and precise platforming of the seed game.

Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

Why similar: Action 29%, Indie 19.5%, Platformer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Female Protagonist 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fluid 2D action platformer that blends modern design with a dark, gritty pixel-art aesthetic.

A powerful ancient evil has arisen, and the war to save humanity has begun! As an elite agent in the monster-hunting Prodigium organization, you must use a variety of weapons, upgrades, and mysterious artifacts to defend mankind against the supernatural hordes of Princess Ahmanet.

Why similar: Action 55.1%, Pixel Graphics 23.9%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that features a dark, atmospheric setting and challenging combat.

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: Action 23.7%, Platformer 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Indie 15.2%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished 2D action game that captures the feel of classic exploration-based platformers.

Dogurai is a retro-styled platformer with animal-like characters, graphics and soundtrack designed with old portable games in mind - down to the limited color ranges and sprite sizes!

Why similar: Action 41.7%, Indie 29.2%, Platformer 13%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, 2D 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the 8-bit arcade action feel perfectly with a focus on fast, responsive combat.

Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up sporting old school pixel art and a retro sound track.

Why similar: Action 27.2%, Indie 20.2%, Platformer 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced retro shooter that emphasizes platforming and intense, arcade-style boss fights.

Rusted Moss is a twin-stick shooter metroidvania where you sling around the map with your grapple, blasting your way through witches and rusted machine monstrosities alike. This wasteland once harboring mankind has since fallen, and Fae long forgotten now knock on humanity's door...

Why similar: Platformer 26.7%, Action 23%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Indie 14.5%, Female Protagonist 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D action game with a unique movement system and a dark, atmospheric world.

They Bleed Pixels is a fiendishly difficult action platformer inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and classic horror.

Why similar: Action 24.5%, Platformer 21.4%, Pixel Graphics 18.1%, Female Protagonist 16%, Indie 14.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, gothic-themed action platformer that rewards precision and fast reflexes.

Revenant is a pixel-art style shooting game set in the near future.

Why similar: Action 56.9%, Pixel Graphics 19.5%, Indie 13.2%, 2D 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art action shooter with a dark, atmospheric tone and fast-paced combat.

Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23%, Violent 22.5%, Action 18.1%, Indie 14.6%, Platformer 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deeply atmospheric, gothic-inspired action with challenging combat and a focus on exploration.

Blood of the Werewolf (2.0) Become Selena, loving mother, devoted wife and -- powerful werewolf. Take revenge on the monsters that have slain your husband and stolen your child, in this love letter to classic platformers.

Why similar: Action 31.6%, Platformer 27.8%, Indie 22.3%, Female Protagonist 18.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy platformer that leans into classic monster-movie themes and challenging side-scrolling gameplay.

Demon Hearts is a 2D platformer game that will leave you feeling blood thirsty for victory every time you play! Take the winged and dangerously swift Vampiress Snow through many challenging silhouette environments while withstanding the many divergent demons, evil forces, and bosses!

Why similar: Action 49.4%, Indie 35.4%, Platformer 15.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer with a retro aesthetic and challenging boss encounters that test player skill.

Step into the shoes of Freudia Neuwahl, a cool and collected young woman on a mission to save her best friend from an Imperial witch hunt. "Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel" is the sequel to "Rosenkreuzstilette", a level-based 2D side scrolling action game for PC.

Why similar: Action 27.4%, Indie 24.5%, Platformer 15.8%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A continuation of the classic action-platformer style with a focus on anime-inspired character design and retro gameplay.

Janosik 2 is a retro action-platformer with metroidvania elements. Get ready to jump, slash, dodge roll, dive, smash and bash your way through deadly traps, mischievous villains and bosses, and more in this sequel to Janosik.

Why similar: Action 38.4%, Platformer 24.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, 2D 9.7%, Indie 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: Action 45.1%, Female Protagonist 27.9%, Platformer 18.6%, 2D 4.6%, Indie 3.8%

GunGirl2 is an action platformer in the style of games like Metroid, Castlevania or Cave Story. But with blood… LOTS of blood! Go on an epic adventure and explore a huge world with the heroic blonde chick GunGirl or her best friend GunDude.

Why similar: Action 59.5%, Indie 40.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer with a retro feel and intense combat sequences against hordes of enemies.

Make your way on foot, on a hoverbike, up skyscrapers, and down bottomless pits, as you exterminate a threat of unknown origin!

Why similar: Action 31.7%, Indie 21.4%, Platformer 19.3%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that focuses on tight, challenging gameplay and arcade-like progression.

Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!

Why similar: Action 56.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, 2D 12.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Violent 6%

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: Indie 29.4%, Pixel Graphics 23.8%, Platformer 23.7%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, 2D 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled platformer that focuses on exploration and classic mechanics reminiscent of early 8-bit titles.

Arcade platform game where every killed enemy can be picked up and thrown to kill more enemies!

Why similar: Action 27.7%, Indie 23.9%, Platformer 22.2%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that emphasizes arcade-like intensity and fast-paced combat.

This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.

Why similar: Action 46.4%, Indie 26.7%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, 2D 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Action 31.1%, Indie 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 19.2%, Platformer 13.8%, 2D 9.7%

A pseudo 8-bit action platformer taking a bit of inspiration from film-noir and samurai dramas, iaidoka_interlude applies a few parkour and fighting game influences to mix up familiarity with a little uniquity.

Why similar: Action 38.2%, Indie 27.4%, Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Female Protagonist 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that focuses on precision and arcade mechanics in a compact, challenging format.

Hop in the Paladin power armor, seize melee weapons from the demonic invaders and give them a taste of their own medicine!

Why similar: Action 37%, Platformer 25%, Pixel Graphics 24.1%, 2D 11.6%, Female Protagonist 2.3%

Lycanthorn II is 3D homage to games of old. You play as Rain, a Vampire Hunter, on her quest to slay Nosferatu.

Why similar: Action 48.4%, Pixel Graphics 23.2%, Female Protagonist 22.6%, Indie 5.8%

Swing, climb, grab, and throw in this action platformer where you can grapple anywhere! Using Rena's magic bracelets, hook onto any surface to swing wherever you like, or grab your foes to send them hurtling into each other!

Why similar: Action 40.5%, Indie 28.3%, Platformer 11.8%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

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: Action 26.7%, Platformer 26.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.6%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Indie 9.7%

Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

Why similar: Platformer 25.6%, Action 23.4%, Pixel Graphics 22.6%, Indie 19.9%, 2D 8.5%

In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.

Why similar: Action 36.5%, Platformer 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, 2D 9.5%

Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation.

Why similar: Action 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 24.4%, Violent 15.8%, Indie 12.5%, 2D 11.1%

Demoniaca - is a dark, gothic, mature and sexy action RPG inspired by the Castlevania series. Explore, fight, meet new friends and avenge those who brought you unbearable pain and loss.

Why similar: Violent 19.8%, Action 19.4%, Indie 15%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Platformer 12.8%

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: Action 47.7%, Platformer 19.7%, Violent 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, 2D 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: Action 41.8%, Platformer 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 18%, 2D 10.1%, Indie 4.6%

The original video game femme fatale, Rayne, has returned to battle and feed in a brand new hack ‘n slash adventure. Slay ghastly enemies as Rayne, the sexy dhampir with superhuman strength, speed, and agility, recruited by the vampire hunting Brimstone Society for one last mission.

Why similar: Action 48.7%, Platformer 20.7%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, 2D 8.8%, Indie 4.3%

Simona's Requiem is a retro-styled platformer Inspired by old action-adventure games but with a modern touch. Pick up the scythe as Simona and slash your way to the Fisher King who has hidden behind the moon.

Why similar: Action 33.6%, Platformer 30.9%, Pixel Graphics 21.2%, 2D 14.3%

Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!

Why similar: Action 28.8%, Indie 22.9%, Platformer 22.6%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, 2D 6.8%

A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

Why similar: Action 27.6%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Indie 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, Platformer 11.9%

Cursed Castilla (Maldita Castilla EX) is an arcade action platformer full of creatures from medieval myths from Spain and the rest of Europe, as well as from chivalric romances. The extended version of the classic Maldita Castilla, originally created by the indie Locomalito.

Why similar: Action 27.4%, Platformer 24.4%, Indie 22.3%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, 2D 7.4%

"Mini Ghost" is a mini metroidvania in the 80's MSX art style and gameplay. It's the mini prequel of Ghost 1.0.

Why similar: Action 38.7%, Indie 25.3%, Platformer 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Female Protagonist 7%

"Touhou ~Red Empress Devil." is a bullet-hell shooting roguelike action game. Set in The Scarlet Devil Mansion, the inhabitants of Gensokyo go on a rampage!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 41.1%, Female Protagonist 37%, 2D 22%

Experience a meta horror pixel platformer retro game haunted by a mysterious yandere.

Why similar: Indie 22.7%, Platformer 21.9%, Action 20.9%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%

Vernal Edge is a 2D action-packed Metroidvania featuring an intense combat system, tight platforming sequences and a powerful story of rivalry, revenge and growth.

Why similar: Action 31.4%, Platformer 23.2%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, 2D 9.8%

Nixxsz Castle is a precision platform and rage inducing game. Inspired by games from previous generations, Nixxsz Castle has a very hard gameplay experience for those with patience and skill.

Why similar: Indie 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, Platformer 21.6%, 2D 15.8%, Female Protagonist 15.5%

ReversEstory is a 2D Roguelike action shooting game. Enjoy the freedom of 360° flying while exploring the procedurally generated dungeons. A latitude of items grants the players the power to challenge the darkness. What’s hidden behind? You shall witness and be shocked.

Why similar: Action 25.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Platformer 16.5%, Indie 16.5%, Female Protagonist 15.7%

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Action 23.8%, Platformer 20.6%, Female Protagonist 16%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Indie 15%

BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!

Why similar: Action 31.1%, Platformer 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.9%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, 2D 11.3%

The followup to 2009's Dead Samurai, The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile is a combo-fueled, fast-paced, stylistic 2D action platformer that features the series' staple gritty, graphic novel-inspired art style, built on a new engine that allows for an even more visually gruesome experience.

Why similar: Action 51.4%, Indie 32.1%, Female Protagonist 8.3%, 2D 8.1%

Cause distress in this challenging fast-paced action platformer. Experience a dark cartoon world come to life as frenetic gameplay meets comic book visuals and storytelling. Dash through beautiful arenas vanquishing vampires, rescuing hostages, disarming bombs, hacking servers and much more.

Why similar: Action 32.1%, Indie 23.5%, Platformer 21%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, 2D 6.8%