Games Like Well Dweller

Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring a paintbrush-wielding artist, striving to escape from a colorful but decaying inner-world, created by her declining mental health.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Hand-drawn 13.2%, Platformer 10.1%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Like Well Dweller, it features a hand-drawn artistic style focusing on a charming protagonist navigating a corrupted, deteriorating world.

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 48%, Platformer 11.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Hand-drawn 8%, Exploration 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same masterclass atmospheric dark-fantasy metroidvania design, featuring bug-like aesthetics and melancholic exploration.

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 32%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Side Scroller 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Platformer 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similarly compact, cute protagonist exploring a desolate and dangerous mechanical wasteland.

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 31%, 2D Platformer 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.4%, Hand-drawn 7.8%, Lore-Rich 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly dark, cosmic-horror atmosphere combined with tight platforming and exploration.

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 57.5%, Dark Fantasy 23.4%, Hand-drawn 6.4%, Dark 4.9%, Medieval 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Both games pair a fragile, innocent protagonist with a dark, ruined fantasy kingdom steeped in tragic lore.

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 60.5%, Dark Fantasy 20.9%, Side Scroller 3.6%, 2D 3.5%, Platformer 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: It continues the hauntingly beautiful dark-fantasy metroidvania tradition with atmospheric exploration and poignant storytelling.

Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.2%, Horror 12.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Exploration 8.2%, Cute 6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the cryptic, atmospheric environmental exploration found in deeply immersive indie metroidvanias.

Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.6%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Cute 9.2%, Platformer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It balances a cute, endearing protagonist with a moody, atmospheric underworld exploration loop.

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 40%, Platformer 11.5%, Side Scroller 8.1%, Cute 7.6%, 2D Platformer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It features a charming, uplifting protagonist bridging together fractured, hostile lands.

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 36.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Platformer 8.1%, 2D Platformer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a hand-drawn, challenging 2D metroidvania experience set in a stark and unforgiving world.

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 35.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a similarly stylized 2D action-metroidvania experience with intense combat encounters.

On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, Hand-drawn 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Platformer 9.3%, 2D Platformer 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the lonely, atmospheric mood of discovering the dark history of an isolated world.

When a nightmare creeps into reality, the only ones that can help are those whose magical powers we’ve believed in since childhood. A brave teddy bear heads to the far side of “happily ever after” to rescue his owner, Alicia.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27%, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Action-Adventure 9%, Horror 8.9%, Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It leans heavily into the dark fairy-tale subversion theme where familiar fantasy elements turn grim and menacing.

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.7%, Platformer 17.4%, Cute 9.2%, Adventure 5.9%, Side Scroller 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the magical, emotional fairy-tale atmosphere paired with exceptionally fluid 2D platforming.

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 36.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Platformer 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a classic pixel-art dark fantasy metroidvania experience with atmospheric exploration.

Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.6%, Platformer 15.1%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Cute 7%, Exploration 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It expands on the emotional storytelling and dark, beautiful forest environments of its predecessor with deeper combat.

Take control of Mina, a renowned Hollower hurtled into a desperate mission to rescue a cursed island. Whip foes, burrow through the ground, and explore a pixel-perfect world in Mina the Hollower, a brand new game from the developers who brought you Shovel Knight!

Why similar: Gothic 20.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Platformer 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: It channels a classic gothic-horror adventure feel featuring a small, brave protagonist against macabre foes.

The Guise is a dark metroidvania fairy tale about a boy trapped in the body of a monster. Can he hold onto his humanity? It's up to you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Horror 9.7%, Platformer 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: It embraces a dark, monstrous fairy-tale motif where a small hero must navigate a twisted realm.

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: Metroidvania 37%, Platformer 18.7%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Dark 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: It combines desolate, bleak atmospheric storytelling with high-mobility action platforming.

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 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 12%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Cute 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features a cute protagonist braving a hand-drawn, grim world full of tough choices and hazards.

BIOMORPH is a dark metroidvania game where you become the creatures that you kill! Solve ingenious puzzles and navigate a stunning hand-drawn world. Meet quirky characters, rebuild a city, and uncover the secrets of a sprawling, fallen civilization… and of your own mysterious origins.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides an intricate metroidvania world full of dark mechanical and biological mysteries.

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 31.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Platformer 12.3%, Side Scroller 10%, Hand-drawn 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It utilizes a dark, atmospheric hand-drawn art style centered around portal-based 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 26.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Side Scroller 9.2%, 2D Platformer 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a hand-drawn 2D metroidvania experience emphasizing exploratory action.

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: Metroidvania 31.8%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9%

Why You'll Like It: It features a hand-drawn aesthetic and a spirited protagonist fighting through a stylized, perilous wilderness.

A colorful action platformer with metroidvania elements and a staff that unlocks unique combat techniques and new ways to overcome obstacles. Explore beautiful worlds, fight monsters, and help Mako stop the amber storms that poison all living things.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Platformer 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It blends adventurous exploration with hand-drawn visual flair and challenging platforming.

Lamp Chronicle is a 2D platformer game that tells the story of a little hero who travels to save a kingdom in crisis. Defeat enemies against beautiful backgrounds and enjoy exciting battles with bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Hand-drawn 13%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Side Scroller 10%, Platformer 9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the hand-drawn fairy-tale aesthetic and atmospheric journey of a small hero with a light source.

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 49.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 11.2%, Action-Adventure 7.5%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It presents a moody 2D metroidvania adventure focused on atmospheric exploration and action.

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 31.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Side Scroller 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a classic dark fantasy action-adventure platforming experience in a cursed realm.

A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

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 42.3%, Hand-drawn 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 6%

Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.2%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Platformer 12.6%, Hand-drawn 12.5%, 2D Platformer 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: It centers on a diminutive protagonist taking on a vast, dangerous action-adventure platforming quest.

The Weird Dream is a 2D Metroidvania game set in the ruins of Alpha City. Control a mysterious rabbit, confront mutated inhabitants, level up your skills, and unravel the truth behind Alpha City's destruction.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features surreal, dark fantasy action-adventure elements within a sprawling 2D metroidvania structure.

Volkolak: The Will of Gods is an epic 2D soulsvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting, with hand-drawn animation. Explore an enchanted world full of secrets and enemies. Your choices will lead to several endings: become a warrior, a werewolf, or join the darkness.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Side Scroller 12%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9%, Action-Adventure 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 22.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Gothic 10.6% ★, Side Scroller 7.9%, Horror 6.9%

Become the stealer of forms in GRIME II, a surreal action-adventure metroidvania. Launch tendrils made of hands to absorb foes and summon molds in their shape, as you explore a bizarre lived-in-world obsessed with art.

Why similar: Metroidvania 67.3%, Lore-Rich 12.5%, Exploration 10.4%, Dark 4.8%, Action 4.8%

As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Dark Fantasy 23.2%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Lore-Rich 8.4%

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 35.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.2%, Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.3%

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Gothic 12.1% ★, Side Scroller 10.6%, Platformer 7.2%

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 35.2%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Platformer 10%, Dark 7.4%

Explore a vast, interconnected dream world full of secrets and collectibles in this metroidvania adventure inspired by classic 2D platformers. Reclaim your lost memories to save Slumberland from the mysterious Oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Hand-drawn 13.9%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 8.5%, Cute 8.1%

Embark on a story-rich 2D Metroidvania adventure with breathtaking hand-drawn art, playing as miser-turned-hero Ebenezer Scrooge in a reimagined Victorian-fantasy based on Charles Dickens’ classic novel, A Christmas Carol. Enlist the help of ghosts to save the people of London before it’s too late.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Horror 8.6%, Action-Adventure 8.5%

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 31.1%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Platformer 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.9%

Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.7%, Platformer 15.9%, Action-Adventure 12%, Adventure 7%, Action 6.6%

Deepening Fire is a side-scrolling action adventure game. Choose different classes, with appropriate equipment, explore hidden complex map, defeat powerful enemies, expose the conspiracy of the chaotic world, experience the souls-like battle

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Platformer 9.8%, Action-Adventure 9.1%

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 43.2%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Exploration 5.3%

Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure where you play as Cheong-oh Chasa, gatekeeper of the Underworld, tracking spirits beneath the Red Moon. Use parry combat and mask abilities to explore an oriental dark fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.8%, Platformer 10.9%, Side Scroller 10%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%

This is a story of light - of Gleam, in a world of glass stained in darkness.

Why similar: Action 37.4%, Adventure 34.7%, Dark Fantasy 24.7%, 2D 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Divinum is an action-adventure that blends stylish, expressive combat with rewarding exploration. Master devastating combos and craft unique builds to repel mysterious invaders and uncover your island's hidden truth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Hand-drawn 10%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Side Scroller 9.4%

The Perfect Pencil is a surreal action platformer where exploration and choice shape everything. Discover hidden paths, meet bizarre characters, and unravel a psychological story filled with bizzare humor.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Hand-drawn 13.9%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, Horror 8.6%

Deep in an ancient forest bound by a bitter spell, a tiny fairy wanders. Wielding a spool of thread and a bladeless sword, weave through twisting paths to unearth enchanted trinkets, evading monsters and collecting stars to free their hearts from hatred in this ink-illustrated pacifist bullet-hell.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Dark Fantasy 20.9%, Hand-drawn 17.5%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Exploration 7%

This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.9%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Platformer 10%, Cute 10%

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 47.5%, Platformer 10.5%, Hand-drawn 7.8%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Side Scroller 6.9%

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 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Hand-drawn 11%, Side Scroller 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.1%

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 31.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Gothic 9.3% ★

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 38.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.6%

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 32.8%, Side Scroller 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9.7%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!

Why similar: Metroidvania 60.8%, Cute 11.5%, Exploration 10.1%, Adventure 5.9%, Action 4.1%

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Dark Fantasy 27.8%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Cute 12.8%, Exploration 6.3%

Uncover the dark secrets of a gritty, tangled metropolis and battle diabolic villains with your trusty Gunbrella, a bulletproof brolly that doubles as a firearm.

Why similar: Side Scroller 35.1%, Platformer 28%, Exploration 15.4%, Action 7.5%, 2D 6.8%