- #1 Tower of Pandemonium
97% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Freddy Guerra
Windows
Tower of Pandemonium is a top-down RPG and 2D platformer where your choices determine your fate, featuring 6 guilds, 6 classes, action, puzzles, mystery and memorable characters.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action RPG 13.1%, Platformer 11.1%, RPG 9.5%
- #2 Lillusion
96% 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 26.8%, Action RPG 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 10.4%, Choices Matter 7.2%
- #3 Torii: Beyond The Gates
96% 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 37.4%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Action RPG 14.1%, Platformer 12.8%, RPG 9.4%
- #4 A Song in Elyel Nalore
95% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflower Games
Windows
"A Song in Elyel Nalore" is a 2D Metroidvania adventure set in a world of swords and magic. Accept a dangerous guild mission that leads you into a deadly journey. Explore vast landscapes, uncover hidden secrets, and face tough challenges in this dark fantasy action RPG.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Action RPG 18%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 6.5%
- #5 Shattered Divinities
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StellarSoul
Windows
In Shattered Divinities, embark on an adventure that pits you directly against divinity itself! An ancient War of Gods shattered the world, and their broken power has become the Calamities that consume all life. How will you survive in this land? And how will you uncover the secrets behind the War?
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Platformer 14.9%, Action RPG 12.3%, RPG 8%, Dark Fantasy 5.4%
- #6 The Journey of Clinbo
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mechanical Heart
Windows
Ember Journey of Clinbo This is a fantasy, pixel-art Metroidvania-style game. You are Clinbo, the only "transgressor" robot to possess a soul in a limbo between life and death—a realm where countless souls are judged by a single standard: "Harmony."
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Action RPG 14.4%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 12.1%, RPG 9.2%
- #7 Horde of Viscount
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Swiggins Studios
Windows
A metroidvania with: Both arcade and exploration areas - Use finite subweapons for advanced movement - Difficulty from casual up to souls-bourne-ring - Customize with equipment - Build your Town - Complete Quests - Having trouble on a stage? There are infinite lives; no game overs here!
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.6%, Action RPG 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 11.2%, RPG 9.7%
- #8 AOI
92% matchMostly Positive72% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: Pura Studio
Windows
This is a 2d platform adventure exploration game that combines platform jumping and straightforward fighting. Players will gradually find the lost memory and uncover the truth of this fantastic world with AOI.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, RPG 9%
- #9 Blessing Part I
91% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: 故障幽灵
Windows
Blessing Part I is a 2D pixel style horizontal board action adventure game. Players will take on the role of a swordsman 'Luo' who lost everything in the past and embarks on revenge alone. With only a large sword and flesh and blood, they will fight against the twisted creatures in the darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Action RPG 16.8%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, RPG 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 5.8%
- #10 Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Stephen Ciuca
Windows
Poor Lucas and the Evil Duke is a Metroidvania with action and RPG elements. Jump, slide, wall jump, swim, and battle your way through the Dukedom. Other mechanics include pushing boxes, pulling levers, and swinging on ropes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.6%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 14.1%, Action RPG 10.5%, RPG 10.4%
- #11 Axel Quest
90% 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 30.8%, Action RPG 14.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 12.1%, RPG 7.3%
- #12 God Edge
89% 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 33.5%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action RPG 12.3%, RPG 10.6%, Platformer 8.9%
- #13 史莱狗(Slimg)
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cow Studio
Windows
Slimg is a Metroidvania game. Slimg left this mysterious planet to repair the crashed spaceship and embark on a magical adventure
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Platformer 13.7%, RPG 9.9%, Multiple Endings 8.8%
- #14 Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow a young Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.3%, Action RPG 17.8%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, RPG 9.2%
- #15 Primal League
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MoodyChimera
Windows
The Primal League is platformer metrodvania with multiple playable characters, a vast world and intricate crafting system
Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Action RPG 17.3%, RPG 16.3%, Platformer 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13.7%
- #16 Dreadstone - The Immortal Prisoner
86% 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 35.3%, Action RPG 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, RPG 10.8%, Platformer 8.5%
- #17 Bread Adventure
84% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Wheafun Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a adventure in a seamless world of food, where you play as a brave bread. Freely explore interconnected regions, uncover hidden secrets, collect items to enhance your abilities, tackle challenging stages, and defeat formidable foes.
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.9%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Platformer 15.3%, RPG 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #18 Blood of Yamin
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quintillion Games
Windows
Blood of Yamin is a stylish metroidvania RPG where you can forge your own playstyle. Powered by the essence of a dead god, explore a gorgeous 2D world on the cusp of the industrial revolution, conquer powerful foes, and confront the unknown horrors lurking beneath the surface.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Action RPG 14.3%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 11%, RPG 7.6%
- #19 Aldebaran Legend
86% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Solitude Games
Windows
In a village located to the south, there is one of the twelve guardians, the warrior of Leo, known for his determination in combat and number of victories. Our hero will be responsible for finding the mystical artifacts, to prevent the kingdom from being bathed in blood and darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, Action RPG 19.2%, RPG 14.9%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Medieval 5.1%
- #20 The Legend of Thabor - Rise of the Mages
83% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Ivo ZabotPub: iz-gamedev
Windows
It is a 2D action adventure in pixel graphics. Combines the Metroidvania, platformer and puzzle platformer genres. Experience great fantasy worlds, challenging boss fights and exciting puzzles. Gradually learn new skills and become a master of magic.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 14%, Multiple Endings 9.6%, Choices Matter 8.5%, Platformer 8.4%
- #21 Silvercall
82% 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 40.4%, Action RPG 15.3%, Platformer 14.3%, RPG 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #22 Twinland
84% 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 32.5%, Action RPG 16.5%, Multiple Endings 11.1%, Choices Matter 10.6%, 2D Platformer 9.5%
- #23 Filiy Eclipse
81% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Muramasa Fudo
Windows
Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Action RPG 19.6%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, RPG 10.7%, 2D 4.7%
- #24 Dusted Dusk
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: D.X.
Windows
Embark on a journey into a dark, fantasy world, wielding a host of weapons, sub-weapons, skills, and spells, to battle demonic entities in this immersive, true-to-form, Metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.9%, Action RPG 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%
- #25 Dr. Atominus
82% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2020
Dev: Pikku-a
Windows · Linux
Dr. Atominus is a short platformer with metroidvania elements and a cool sci-fi story.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.2%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Multiple Endings 10.9%, Choices Matter 8.2%
- #26 Faction Reticent
80% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Alpherisk
Windows
A "whimsical fantasy" action platformer game with an open-ended progression. Utilize the given abilities to you to its fullest potential, and look epic while doing it.
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.8%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Action RPG 14.8%, Platformer 12.5%, RPG 4.2%
- #27 Vegawon's Legacy
79% 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 26.7%, Action RPG 14.6%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%, Multiple Endings 8.4%
- #28 Undivine
78% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: WendeooPub: Deadpix Studios
Windows
A dark metroidvania with RPG elements, "Undivine" challenges you to explore, battle, and uncover secrets in a desolate, interconnected world. Customize your abilities, wield unique weapons, and delve into deep lore filled with mystery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 10.7%, Multiple Endings 7.9%, Medieval 7.4%
- #29 Magnavale: Eternal Soul
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Barrier Studio
Windows · Linux
Eternal Soul is a gothic Metroidvania where you steal the souls of your enemies. Explore the castle, find powerful items & abilities, fight against demonic creatures, and learn the truth of your power.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Action RPG 14%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Platformer 9.2%
- #30 Save me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 45 reviews2021
Dev: Christophe GalatiPub: Deneos
Windows
Dive into a great adventure in the Game Boy era! Tako will travel the world, explore mysterious dungeons and fight tenacious bosses on his quest to end the war between the octopus kingdom and the human realm. Will you help this brave octopus to spread his message of tolerance and unity?
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.8%, Action RPG 17%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 14%, RPG 8.6%
- #31 The Last Tree
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: zzmingo
Windows · Mac
A 2D pixel-like Metrovania game, exploring the game world with a unique atmosphere. In a mysterious and huge tree world, as time goes by, trees and plants have withered, the ecology has become worse, life has become scarce, and who will save the world that is about to break.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, RPG 14.1%, Platformer 13%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
- #32 Dark Throne
77% matchMixed65% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Elroy SaltzherrPub: Dark Throne
Windows
Awaken as a knight in this 2D Metroidvania platformer. Explore, unlock abilities, and battle foes to escape a treacherous dungeon.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.5%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action RPG 11.8%, Platformer 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
- #33 Night Castle
75% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: LHCB
Windows
A retro-inspired Metroidvania set in a gothic fantasy castle.Your time is limited: conquer the castle within 30 days, or darkness will consume everything.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Platformer 14.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Choices Matter 9.6%, Action RPG 8%
- #34 BOGs: Earth vs Sea
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hammerhead Shark
Windows
Battle of Gods: Earth vs Sea is a 2D platform game inspired by Vietnamese myth. Destroying monsters, tracing treasures, overcoming challenges... to marry a beautiful princess.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 13.5%, Action RPG 8.7%, RPG 8.3%
- #35 Alice Into the Panopticon
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Lunarians
Windows
Guide Alice, a young girl lost in an unfamiliar and dangerous world, in her quest to return home. In this 2D action-adventure metroidvania game you will meet peculiar characters, traverse a multitude of sceneries, and fight powerful beings known as Egregores to unravel the truth.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Multiple Endings 9.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #36 Fallen Prince
75% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Eridanus Games
Windows
Fallen Prince is an atmospheric combat-focused metroidvania with retro elements. Explore a bleak undead zone, hone your skills and rid the kingdom from your brother's vile sorcery.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Action RPG 15.3%, Platformer 12.9%, Medieval 5.4%
- #37 Castlevania Dominus Collection
72% matchVery Positive95% of 2,570 reviews2024
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Action RPG 16.3%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Platformer 7.9%
- #38 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 32.9%, Action RPG 15.2%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%
- #39 A Field of Flowers
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ikiruska Studios
Windows
In this norse-inspired metroidvania, explore and seek truths of what truly happened to you, having lost your home and your only friend in a single night. Fight and copy new magic from others to gain power, as you swear revenge on a mysterious stranger that took everything from you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Action RPG 14.6%, Platformer 12.3%, RPG 7.6%
- #40 Tails of Fate
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Chase the Bunny
Windows · Linux
Fulfill this tale, as darkness swarms the fantasy lands of Fauna. Venture epic kingdoms and treacherous dungeons in a 2D action platformer, with Metroidvania elements in a hand-crafted pixel art world filled with souls-like boss fights, dungeon platforming, and dynamic enemy combat design.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Action RPG 15.5%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Platformer 7.4%, RPG 7.2%
- #41 The Furthest Distance
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Float Gaming Studio
Windows
Misunderstandings, greed, human nature, and the struggle of interests——In the 2D side scrolling Galaxy Warrior Castlevania game "The Farthest Distance", enjoy battles, explore freely, and mix and match freely! Experience the freedom of battle that belongs only to you!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Action RPG 17.2%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Multiple Endings 8.8%, RPG 7.8%
- #42 Pentacore
73% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Jonathan CollierPub: Mythril Age
Windows
Pentacore is a metroidvania with a focus on platforming and exploration. Run, shoot, climb, and blast your way through a massive world. All in order to find five keys and leave your prison of a planet.
Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 15.5%, Multiple Endings 10.1%, 2D 4.9%
- #43 Kazimir and the Halloween Feast
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RumblyDev
Windows
A Halloween themed 2D pixel art metroidvania. Play as the vampire Kazimir, and explore a spooky castle to gain abilities, fight against enemies and bosses, and discover lore!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 13.3%, Multiple Endings 9.8%, RPG 8.2%
- #44 A Knight of Lothen
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Angelos KyprianosPub: Spiral Lane Productions
Windows
A dark fantasy metroidvania fueled by heavy metal. Fight, explore, and carve your path through the ruined kingdom of Lothen.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.4%, Action RPG 16.9%, Platformer 13.6%, RPG 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%
- #45 Eon's Insomnium
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tryxe
Windows
A dark Metroidvania where memory and madness intertwine. Explore surreal biomes, face grotesque bosses born of trauma, and recover fragments of a forgotten identity in a world that twists with your sanity.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Choices Matter 8.5%, Multiple Endings 8%
- #46 小石游记 Little Stone Journey
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: ZHANG SHENG
Windows
"Little Stone Journey" is a single-player action-adventure game. In a mysterious place shrouded in mist, one day, Little Stone was born here and began its journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.5%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Action RPG 16.7%, Platformer 14.4%, Fantasy 5.1%
- #47 White : The Hero's Return
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kiapigeon
Windows · Mac
Just a hardcore, lore-deep RPG based on your choices.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.2%, Action RPG 17.7%, RPG 9.6%, Choices Matter 7.8%, Magic 7.2%
- #48 Shallow Blue(浅蓝计划)
69% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: TheDarkxOrlik
Windows
You are No. 13, a new game tester joining the Shallow Blue project. Following orders from your superiors, complete the testing of this mech game. But don't forget to maintain a healthy life and take care of the essential tasks that must be done.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Action RPG 18.5%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, RPG 13.4%, 2D 4.1%
- #49 Golden Knight
68% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Guara Studios
Windows
Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Medieval 6.8%
- #50 Secrets of Orion: Sword of Destiny.
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Alisson araujoPub: Alisson Araujo
Windows
A warrior who wandered in search of redemption after abdicating his post receives a call to return to his ancient continent. Explore the continent of Orion in a 2D action adventure with 3 endings according to your choices.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.5%, Action RPG 16.3%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, RPG 9.5%
- #51 Shikari Rising
72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: BlosSum Games
Windows
Join Novak as he fights his way through hordes of fearsome monsters and unravel the mystery of monster resurgence in his land . Inspired by Metroidvania-style and hack 'n slash action rpg, Shikari Rising will plunge you into action and will test your mettle against extremely tough enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.8%, Action RPG 16.8%, Platformer 13.8%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, RPG 10.4%
- #52 Kaila: The Journey to the Underworld
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Igolito Arts Studios
Windows
Play as Kaila, a young girl determined to rescue her mother from the clutches of Graygar, the Grey Soul. Explore a vast world, uncover secrets, unlock powerful abilities, and face challenging bosses on a journey to the Underworld. Are you ready to defy Death itself?
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Magic 7.6%, Medieval 6.5%
- #53 Fevercide
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Redblack Spade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fevercide is a metroidvania with elements of horror and adventure games. Join Sandra as she explores the stately cities of a Russian Empire that never fell. Solve puzzles, fight with monsters, and face the demons from her past.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Action RPG 19%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 14.1%, Magic 6.9%
- #54 Etherland Saga
68% 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 36.4%, Action RPG 18.2%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Magic 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #55 Elowyn and the Stolen Souls
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dream Stories
Windows · Mac · Linux
Enter the magic world of Elowyn! Evolve with her and discover all the secrets to magic in this metroidvania with incredible characters and scenary. Learn powerful spells, create potions, unravel many riddles and live the entire fantasy!
Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, Action RPG 18.1%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 14.8%, 2D 4.2%
- #56 Adventurous Slime
67% 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 31.4%, Action RPG 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 12.6%, RPG 7.6%
- #57 Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Lavadrop Entertainment
Windows
Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams is a 2D Metroidvania where you traverse a lore-rich world, summon monsters to your aid, ride a winged unicorn into battle, and unravel a story of duty and betrayal to free all of creation from chaos.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.4%, Action RPG 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Multiple Endings 8.8%, Magic 7.6%
- #58 Charlie from the swamp
67% 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 29.1%, Action RPG 17.8%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 13.4%, RPG 8.9%
- #59 Frogbound: the Legend of Sir Hopper
67% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Stomaco StudioPub: Stomaco Studio Ltd
Windows
Frogbound: The Legend of Sir Hopper is a 2D pixel art platformer adventure in which you play as a fearless amphibian hero! Uncover the mystery of the hallowed relics—ancient and powerful artifacts—without falling victim to the perils of your treacherous quest.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.7%, Action RPG 15.1%, Narration 12.4%, Platformer 10%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
- #60 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
63% matchVery Positive96% of 241 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 45.7%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, RPG 7.3%, Magic 5.7%