- #1 Adventurous Slime
97% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A mini metroidvania game about a small but very courageous slime going on an adventure, featuring colorful pixelated visuals and chiptune songs.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Action RPG 10.9%, Nonlinear 10.8%, 2D Platformer 9.2%
- #2 Castle In The Darkness 2
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LABS Works
Windows
From Matt Kap and Simon Parzer ("The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth"), Castle In The Darkness 2 drops players into a brand-new adventure! Explore a vast world and overcome the darkness in this fun and fast-paced adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.9%, Action RPG 13.2%, Side Scroller 11.7%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 9%
- #3 Runnyk
95% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2022
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A 2D mini action RPG about Runnyk, a viking who goes on a journey for the Four Magical Runes to find a way to save his beloved.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Action RPG 12.5%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #4 Silvercall
94% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: CUNX
Windows · Mac
Silvercall – A retro action-platformer RPG. Play as an amnesiac adventurer, battling through perilous terrain and collecting Memory Crystals to uncover your past and your lover's dark transformation into the "Saintess".
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.4%, Action RPG 12.5%, Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Action Roguelike 7.9%
- #5 Twinland
95% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Kaiju Sushi
Windows
Twinland is a Metroidvania set in a kingdom full of weird creatures, dangerous dungeons and powerful artifacts. Explore varied locations, fight numerous bosses – and be on lookout for secrets 'cause they are everywhere!
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Action RPG 13.5%, Nonlinear 13.4%, Multiple Endings 8.8%, Side Scroller 8.7%
- #6 Broken Hero: Slime Tower
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Green Tale Studios
Windows
Explore a non-linear tower filled with secrets in a pixel-art Metroidvania. Awaken as a slime, master elemental powers, and progress as each new ability reveals previously impossible paths, leading you to discover your true purpose.
Why similar: Metroidvania 18.9%, Nonlinear 13.6%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Lore-Rich 11.5%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
- #7 Vegawon's Legacy
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DWS Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Vegawon's Legacy is a Metroidvania Action RPG set in a rich 2D pixel art world. With fluid combat mechanics, deep character development and a huge world to explore, players will witness the dramatic story of a king who loses his wife and child.
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.8%, Action RPG 12.4%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Lore-Rich 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #8 Beaked Buccaneer
92% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: lightUP
Windows
Beaked Buccaneer is a 2D mini metroidvania full of treasures and pirates that tells the story of a parrot who wants to become a pirate legend!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Action RPG 12.8%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9.7%
- #9 Tim-Tim 2: "The Almighty Gnome"
91% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: SpoonweaverPub: Spoonweaver Studios
Windows
Tim-Tim the Gnome must journey through mysterious dungeons to find his kidnapped girlfriend while battling fierce monsters with dubious origins.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 9%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #10 Shifted Heart
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pickle Jar Games
Windows
Explore, fight, and discover new spells and abilities in the world of Shifted Heart! Acquire an assortment of spells, customize your loadout to your liking, and save the world from certain doom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.3%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Nonlinear 12.3%, Lore-Rich 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.9%
- #11 Dormiveglia
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Round Cartridge
Windows
Dormiveglia is a 2D metroidvania starring Quinn, the whip-wielding hero of Spring Plaza. Join Quinn as they team up with the other heroes and allies of Elysium, and search for the four sacred Runes hidden about before they fall into the hands of Somnia!
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Nonlinear 15.6%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 10.8%
- #12 Isostasy
90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Peter J HopkinsPub: Gravel Studios Games
Windows
A 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania platformer with 8-bit NES-style graphics and sound. Find weapon upgrades and other power-ups that allow you to explore an open world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.5%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Nonlinear 12.1%, Lore-Rich 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.4%
- #13 Phantom Tides
88% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Kochaloch Games
Windows
Set your course and explore a variety of environments on the seas in Phantom Tides. Battle various enemies and bosses as you collect items to help you on your journey. This 2D style platformer will challenge your skills and wit.
Why similar: Metroidvania 19.5%, Action RPG 14.8%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Platformer 10%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
- #14 Prehistoric Gal
88% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: lightUP
Windows
Gal is a cave girl who had her boyfriend, Dude, abducted by aliens! Now she needs to save him, in this 2D mini metroidvania set during prehistoric times!
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Side Scroller 15%, Action RPG 12.3%, Nonlinear 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10%
- #15 Witchcrafter: Empire Legends
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Codeward
Windows · Mac · Linux
A systemic, dark fantasy metroidvania RPG where you are a young witchcrafter striving to control his power of 4 elements on a journey to find a mythical fifth one and save his kidnapped father. Your decisions count in this branching, thought-provoking story set in a vivid, murky world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Action RPG 14.3%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 10.8%, Choices Matter 8.2%
- #16 Bunny Dusty
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ggidk
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Childe awakens to the sound of drums. "Oh, I sure hope that's not fee-fi-fo-fum!" This 2D Action-Adventure Platformer packs lots of fun. Figuring out who you really are has only just begun!
Why similar: Side Scroller 13.8%, Nonlinear 12.7%, Action RPG 11.7%, Lore-Rich 11.4%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
- #17 9 Years of Shadows
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,183 reviews2023
Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 27.7%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Action RPG 12.8%, Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #18 Escape Zolstar
86% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2019
Dev: Robert Alvarez
Windows · Mac
Escape Zolstar is a metroidvania where you explore, collect powerups, fight enemies, and defeat bosses.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Nonlinear 18.4%, Side Scroller 13.1%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 10.7%
- #19 Voice of Flowers
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tomasz Chabora
Windows · Linux
Embark on an epic adventure full of perils and secrets. Explore distinct forsaken lands of Devetlam and fight your way by jumping on your enemies or showering them with a plethora of magic spells. An open-world platforming action inspired by the classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.2%, Nonlinear 14.7%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Lore-Rich 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.6%
- #20 God Edge
84% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Weaver Games
Windows
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 28.3%, Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action RPG 11.3%, RPG 8.4%
- #21 Umbra
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ludum Elite
Windows
Umbra is a fantasy-style game that is story-driven with Metroid-Vania style elements, encouraging world exploration and discovery. Dive into an unforgiven world and discover the secrets behind an abandoned kingdom, and its mysterious and deceiving ruler.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Action RPG 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Lore-Rich 9.6%, Platformer 8.6%
- #22 LUCID
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Matte Black StudioPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows
Discover your own legend in LUCID. Platform through a crystalline world torn apart by calamity, absorb powerful abilities that expand movement and enhance combat against a diverse cast of enemies and bosses, all in gorgeous pixel art inspired by the golden age of 2D sidescrollers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Nonlinear 14.1%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Lore-Rich 12.3%, 2D Platformer 8.9%
- #23 Boki: The Summit
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gilad GoodmanPub: Boki: The Summit
Windows
Boki is a Metroidvania, Choose Your Own Adventure, RPG, Precision platformer in which you play as a young mountain goat who must climb a mountain in search of revenge. Dodge, battle and fluidly maneuver through several uniquely crafted areas and biomes to explore the secrets of a tyrannical kingdom.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.5%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Nonlinear 10.1%, Lore-Rich 9.1%, Action RPG 8.2%
- #24 Darxanadon
82% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Action RPG 14.7%, Nonlinear 12.1%, 2D Platformer 10.3%
- #25 Cathedral: Crow's Curse
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Decemberborn Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set in the same universe as Cathedral, but with its own story and style, Cathedral: Crow's Curse is an action-adventure with tight combat and a focus on exploration. Parry, dodge and fight your way through numerous enemies in a rich detailed world as you uncover the events leading up to Cathedral.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.9%, Stealth 13.9%, Action RPG 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 9.1%
- #26 Frogreign
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arkanpixel
Windows
Leap into an amphibious adventure where your tongue is your grappling hook! Use your tongue to swing, slap and grapple your way through this vibrant Metroidvania. Will you help prince Rill to unlock the power of the great spirits and find his sister, lost in the midst of a royal conspiracy?
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Action RPG 12.7%, Platformer 11.6%, Lore-Rich 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #27 The Castle Of Xanxillia
81% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: GulfPearl
Windows
The Castle of Xanxillia is an immersive side-scroller action RPG that captures the Metroidvania genre. Play as Leonel, searching for his brother, Lenoel, in the treacherous Castle , ruled by a Dark Lord and corrupt Bishop. Navigate dangerous areas and battle enemies to save Lenoel from evil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Nonlinear 18.5%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Action RPG 13%, RPG 7.7%
- #28 Charlie from the swamp
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arinima Games
Windows
"Charlie from the swamp" is a metroidvania game about little frog in a big world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.7%, Action RPG 15.1%, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #29 The Forbidden Forest
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Studios
Windows
Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Nonlinear 14.5%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Lore-Rich 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.3%
- #30 Black Magic (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Datasoft, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this side-scrolling fantasy game, originally released in 1987, take on the role of a lone hero, fighting to defeat an evil warlock. Utilise a wide range of magical spells. Collect experience points to upgrade your character, until you are ready to face Zahgrim!
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Action RPG 10.8%, Retro 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.1%
- #31 Lillusion
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: The Night Owls
Windows
An action role-playing game with a non-linear plot choice. Soul-like running and slashing combat system, Naruto-inspired seal system.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #32 Crown Of Silence
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nyro Interactive
Windows
Crown Of Silence is a 2D Metroidvania adventure with Souls-like mechanics set in a gothic world. Forge your own combat style with diverse equipment, challenge ruthless bosses, and uncover the dark secrets of a silenced kingdom through environmental storytelling.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.7%, Side Scroller 17.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action RPG 10.6%, Lore-Rich 8.4%
- #33 The Elderseed
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Talebound Games
Windows
Embark on an epic action adventure by unraveling the mystery of the Elder Seed and save the world from falling into chaos. Journey with Milo through colorful handcrafted lands, forests, caves and dungeons. Forge new weapons and encounter strange creatures who will help you throughout your journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 12.3%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10.3%
- #34 Legend of Gaia: Rebirth
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yusheng
Windows
Legend of Gaia: Rebirth is a Metroidvania action game. Three forces collide across the continent of Eterna: the Divine Empire, the Gaia Faction, and the forces of Sin. Descend into Mount Olympus and recover the shattered fragments of the Rebirth Relic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Action RPG 12.6%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Medieval 7.7%
- #35 Axel Quest
74% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: PowerSlash Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, Action RPG 14%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #36 KeyBound
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: amnesea
Windows
Embark on a thrilling rogue-vania platformer adventure in a keyboard-inspired realm. Reclaim lost keys to restore your keyboard, each one bringing logic back to the realm. Explore interconnected maps, battle rogue keys, and confront unique bosses in this epic quest!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Nonlinear 14%, Lore-Rich 13.2%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 9.3%
- #37 Alpha Sorcerer
74% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Corey Hardman
Windows
An elite sorcerer king with forgotten magical powers mysteriously reappears in a bloody quest for revenge in the supreme action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Action RPG 13.8%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 10.7%
- #38 Ayakashi Princess: Prequel
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hinawajin
Windows
The fox princess's great adventure! A story from a little while ago. Tamamo Hime wakes up in the Ayakashi world, ``Kakuriyo.'' She makes her way home, feeling a bit uncomfortable. Explore various stages and move forward with graceful actions! Is this world a dream or...
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.7%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Nonlinear 15.8%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 11.4%
- #39 Etherland Saga
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChillFace Games
Windows
Etherland Saga is a 2D action RPG with Metroidvania charm in a fantasy pixel art world. Switch between 3 unique heroes on the fly, upgrade their skills, unite divided clans, tame the power of crystals, and uncover the truth behind a cataclysm the world has spent two thousand years trying to forget.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, Side Scroller 19%, Action RPG 12.1%, Lore-Rich 12.1%, Platformer 9.7%
- #40 FrogeON
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JofraDev
Windows
A precision platformer where you control a frog using dash chips to overcome traps, avoid electrified enemies, and conquer challenges in chaotic digital environments.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #41 Powernaut VANGARDT
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 51 reviews2017
Dev: ConfoundGreatJob
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Fight for your life in this state-of-the-art 8-bit platformer!
Why similar: Metroidvania 20.9%, Side Scroller 15%, Action RPG 14.5%, Retro 11.8%, Platformer 11%
- #42 The VIllage of Eri
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GhoulSoftware
Windows
A metroidvenia rouglike platformer RPG.Explore the world as you upgrade your character, buy gear, solve puzzles and save villagers.Fight hordes of monsters in the hopes of learning more about the world and yourself.Gain bonuses for every building you restore and every villager you save.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 9.3%
- #43 Massi
73% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: Farid Iberraken
Windows · Mac
Massi is a retro platformer game with souls like features. Fully made in hand-made pixel art, fun, fast paced. Fighting, exploration, tight controls, puzzle solving, difficult boss fights.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Stealth 11.2%, Action RPG 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.8%
- #44 Albert's Journey
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bite My Pixel
Windows · Mac
Albert’s Journey is a 2d platformer adventure game with a pixel art look.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Platformer 14.3%, Retro 14.2%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
- #45 Giant's Heart
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Drunk Dragon
Windows
A mysterious journey across a collapsing island. Reforge a lost blade, defeat ancient giants, and uncover the truth about your past. Save the island before it’s too late.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20%, Metroidvania 18%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Action RPG 12%, Platformer 9.8%
- #46 魂途 Xoul
71% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Sounder Studio
Windows
Xoul is a uniquely styled 2D ARPG. You can use the game's distinctive "Custom Combo" feature to create your own chain attacks, defeat various enemies, experience diverse stories, unravel the mysteries of this world—and then make your choice.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Action RPG 14.3%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Lore-Rich 11.1%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #47 Set In Stone
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Maëlig Moreau
Windows · Linux
A 2D platformer metroidvania. Discover a strange place where everyone was turned into a tiny stone. Fight difficult bosses, explore an interconnected world, and piece together the chaotic history of people who suddenly lost their humanity (or not?).
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Nonlinear 13.7%, Lore-Rich 13.1%, Platformer 12.3%
- #48 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
67% matchVery Positive96% of 258 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.6%, Platformer 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Nonlinear 8.7%
- #49 Torii: Beyond The Gates
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oh Baby Games
Windows · Mac
The spirit realm has broken. Your brother has gone missing. Forge the path you were destined for. Explore the gates and find out why there has been broken links inside the spirit realm. Battle, discover and find the secrets, and make new connections in a beautiful hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Action RPG 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #50 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tortuga Software
Windows
Dreadstone – The Immortal Prisoner is an upcoming indie 2D Metroidvania platformer. Especially important to us are the game elements “looting” and “leveling“. The goal is to create a combination of our favorite games.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Action RPG 15.9%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, RPG 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #51 Iron Diamond
68% matchVery Positive89% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: North Folk Studios
Windows
Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Nonlinear 17.9%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 8.1%, Medieval 7.5%
- #52 Project: The MIR Incident
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rhineware
Windows
Escape from a wide laboratory dominated by battles between rebelling test subjects and armed scientists. Solve puzzles, get into battles, and discover secrets as you progress through this action-packed 2D-Sidescroll-Adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action RPG 11.1%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Nonlinear 9.3%
- #53 Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World
70% matchVery Positive81% of 165 reviews2021
Dev: G CHOICEPub: Bliss Brain
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The adventures of Asha, the little warrior, begin! Together with her blue sidekick Pepelogoo, she will run through numerous stages and save the Monster World from the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Action RPG 12%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 10.9%
- #54 Dipod: The Foot Legacy
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
Windows
A cursed clan.A female hero who making everyone tremble with fear, and a journey. Join Dipod’s adventure. Is this a punishment from Gods or is it just a rebel against Gods? If you were in Dipod’s shoes, what would you do?
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Medieval 7.1%
- #55 Prehistoric Dude
70% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2020
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A retro style mini metroidvania game about a caveman who loves ham!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Side Scroller 17%, Nonlinear 13.7%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 10.4%
- #56 Axiom Verge 2
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 935 reviews2022
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34%, Side Scroller 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 11.9%, Nonlinear 8.9%
- #57 Curse of the Mirror
66% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: Jimmer
Windows
Curse of the Mirror is a 2D platformer that features a unique set of mechanics and ideas in each and every level inspired by similar games in its genre, a simple moveset that's easy to learn but difficult to master, and a rich story with fun and quirky characters!
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.5%, Nonlinear 17.4%, Lore-Rich 15.4%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 12.1%
- #58 Silver Axe - The Honest Elf
67% matchVery Positive87% of 99 reviews2023
Dev: The Island Games
Windows
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 24.6%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Action RPG 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 9.7%
- #59 Phaze Shift
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lord Mango Games
Windows
Switch, adapt, and evolve in Phaze Shift, an action-platformer Metroidvania. Swap between two characters, fuse upgrades to forge new abilities, battle mechanized bosses, and explore a sleeping digital world in a hand-drawn diorama-style 2D adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.8%, Nonlinear 15%, Lore-Rich 14.3%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 10.6%
- #60 Afterimage
65% matchMostly Positive77% of 9,999 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 25.3%, Side Scroller 14%, Action RPG 11%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Lore-Rich 9%