60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Metroidvania, Action, Platformer, 2D Platformer.
A 2D side-scrolling action game with an emphasis on pre-rendered graphics. Its atmosphere is similar to that of the Castlevania and Contra of the 90s. It features a multi-plane system that allows players to move in depth. A story of bonding and conflict between AI and humans.
Robokid
You are a robot with the mindset of a child, but your advanced robotic body allows you to fight better than most humans. Your goal is to solve the mystery of how the aliens got aboard the spaceship and, more importantly, to find a new energy source to survive. A strange scientist will accompany you.
Maya Star
In a magical land ruled by an ancient evil, a prophecy says that salvation will come with the awakening of a new hero. Explore different maps, fight evil creatures and decide the fate of Maya Star.
You are a robot with the mindset of a child, but your advanced robotic body allows you to fight better than most humans. Your goal is to solve the mystery of how the aliens got aboard the spaceship and, more importantly, to find a new energy source to survive. A strange scientist will accompany you.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.7%, 2.5D 18.6%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Robots 13.5%, Aliens 13.3%
In a magical land ruled by an ancient evil, a prophecy says that salvation will come with the awakening of a new hero. Explore different maps, fight evil creatures and decide the fate of Maya Star.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.8%, Philosophical 18.7%, Platformer 16.9%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Action 9.7%
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: Metroidvania 18.1%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Post-apocalyptic 13.9%, Platformer 11.5%, Artificial Intelligence 10.3%
An atmospheric 2D sidescroller platformer metroidvania game in a post nuclear-disaster setting where you play as a nuclear-fueled droid sent to Earth to find out if human life is possible once again. You will explore unique areas, unlock secret paths, learn new abilities, fight bosses and more!
Why similar: Metroidvania 30.9%, Post-apocalyptic 16.4%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, 2.5D 14.7%, Platformer 11%
Explore the vast abandoned V.I.R.U.S. Compound corrupted by machines. Restore order to the facility with a full arsenal of customizable weapons and armory acquired around the debris of this forgotten world. Can you uncover the mystery behind the Soul Cipher?
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, 2.5D 18.8%, Artificial Intelligence 15%, Robots 13.1%, Platformer 10.4%
Robo’s World: The Zarnok Fortress isn't your average Action-Platformer. Take on the vast, interconnected Fortress, and battle an ever learning foe who seeks to repair each zone you sabotage. Can you master your abilities to put an end to the dark reign of the Zarnok once and for all?
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Robots 16.7%, Artificial Intelligence 15.4%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 13.4%
KAON: Fragmented Core is a 2D action-platformer featuring precision combat, fluid movement, and striking hand-crafted animation. Switch between powerful Transformation Forms to break defenses, pierce armor, and unleash explosive abilities as you uncover the truth behind the Fragmented Core.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, Platformer 16.3%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Post-apocalyptic 11.5%, Robots 10.3%
Explore the abandoned CCTA through various simulations of alien environments, and improve your equipments to beat natural and synthetic challenges, looking for the ingredients that can resolve the Earth dispute, in this 2.5D science fiction adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, 2.5D 21%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Aliens 10%, Post-apocalyptic 9.1%
Explore an abandoned planet and uncover the mysteries behind the event that ended the world. Travel through a charred forest, large factory and run down cities as you collect upgrades and battle the relics that were left behind.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.1%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 14.7%, Post-apocalyptic 13.7%, Action 5.8%
Navigate the heart of a war-ravaged world, discovering hidden truths about those around you and yourself.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, 2.5D 17.8%, Philosophical 14.5%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 13.8%
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 38.3%, Hack and Slash 21.9%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Platformer 13.7%, Action 5.8%
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 38.6%, Hack and Slash 22%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 13.7%, Action 5.6%
Hack and slash your way through a space station overrun with aggressive alien creatures. Collect upgrade orbs to extend your abilities and conquer convoluted movement puzzles.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Hack and Slash 22.4%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Action 5.9%
Outpost Delta is a single player, 2-D side-scrolling sci-fi shooter for PC. Take on the role of Delta, the outpost’s emergency defense, who along with her AI companion must defend the space station against alien intruders.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Robots 9.9%, Artificial Intelligence 9.3%
A dark metroidvania where you play as a silent, white-hooded specter drifting through forgotten realms. Master precise hand-drawn platforming and uncover the mystery of the veil.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, 2.5D 18.7%, Platformer 16.1%, 2D Platformer 16%, Action 10%
ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered. 10+ hrs of exploration and fast-paced combat from award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, dynamic melee take-downs, and new Master Challenges.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.2%, 2.5D 20.1%, Platformer 18.4%, Action 7.6%, Shooter 5.7%
Survive in a dark and atmospheric action-platformer characterized by environments full of mystery and fearsome enemies.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33%, Platformer 16.4%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Post-apocalyptic 10.9%, Hack and Slash 10.5%
Prepare your weapons and head to battle, Knight of Exile is a 2D action platformer with hack-n-slash combat where you will embark on a journey of revenge and redemption to liberate the kingdom of Olmur.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Philosophical 14.2%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 12.3%
Sinweaver is a 2D Metroidvania Lite that has you cutting your way through fallen angels and cultists alike as you fight your way through hell to escape a grim afterlife. Explore levels and an interactive overworld map to uncover the worlds secrets and why heavens mightiest have fallen to darkness.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Platformer 18.9%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Action 11.4%
Timeless Dual is a retro style action adventure, open world game. The world of the game changes as the player travels through seven time periods, collecting currency and upgrades and defeating enemies!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Post-apocalyptic 15.1%, Platformer 13.9%, Robots 6.7%
Scratch in a 2.5D world that blends hip hop aesthetics with action/platforming, where urban art has come to life. Explore dynamic environments, face cleaning robots, and uncover secrets of this vibrant world as you reclaim your identity in this intense and colorful adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.6%, Platformer 18.8%, 2.5D 17.4%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Action 6.3%
This 2.5d platformer blends the nostalgia of 90s shooters with modern gameplay mechanics and graphic design. Move using the keyboard, aim and fire with the mouse, kill everything that crawls of flies, get through mazes full of deadly traps, survive battles with robotic bosses and save the Earth.
Why similar: 2.5D 18.6%, Platformer 17.8%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Shooter 13.1%, Robots 12.1%
An action-adventure game set in a dystopian future where mentally evolved cats fight for their freedom using robotic suits to interact with the human world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, 2.5D 22%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 11.1%, Post-apocalyptic 9.5%
Paradox Soul is a chilling fight for exploration and survival; a Metroidvania pixel action-shooter hybrid!
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Post-apocalyptic 18.1%, Robots 14.6%, Platformer 12.3%, 2D Platformer 11.7%
Nixie is a 2D story-driven exploration game about a robot’s search for a missing human lost in an android space colony. Slash, fling, and glide your way through an eclectic world, while enjoying colorful 16-bit pixel art and an infectious soundtrack!
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Philosophical 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 13%, Artificial Intelligence 11.8%
A metroidvania platformer set in a bizarre world. Master unique abilities and combine them in creative ways to overcome challenges over a hundred hand crafted levels. Speed through to find the fastest route or explore at your own pace to unlock everything — a tough but rewarding adventure awaits.
Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Platformer 21.5%, 2D Platformer 21.3%, Action 12.2%, 2D 5.4%
Beyond Sentinel will have you play as both Justin and Erica in horizontal shooter and metroidvania stages as you battle in space and explore the many levels of the Sentinel station.
Why similar: Metroidvania 25.6%, Platformer 17.5%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Shooter 12.6%, Action 11%
In Tomba! Special Edition, leap, bite, and throw your way across stunning 2.5D landscapes in this vastly-enhanced update to a platforming classic!
Why similar: 2.5D 26.9%, Platformer 21.5%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Metroidvania 20.4%, Action 10.7%
Uncured, Unhinged, Unyielding. In this unique roguelike platformer you slash your path through masses of infectuous beasts, relentless constructs of steel, and corrupt militaries that stand between you and the antivirus. Begin your journey to the heart of the capital before the time runs out.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 12.5%, Post-apocalyptic 12.5%
In a future where humanity has vanished, machines maintain vast underground complexes under the command of artificial intelligences. You are a unit activated to deliver a mysterious payload. Face hostile systems, precision challenges, and uncover the forgotten purpose of your existence.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.1%, Platformer 18.1%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Robots 15.5%, Action 10.3%
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 46%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 17.7%, Action 7%, 2D 5.3%
Explore the Echoes of Nox amongst the war between 3 factions of robots. Uncover new tools and take territory as the dynamically changing rooms switch hands between the different AIs and yourself. Reveal the secrets of the past and discover why you alone were left in this station.
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Post-apocalyptic 14.5%, Platformer 14.4%, Robots 6.2%
Marsmare: Alienation is a thrilling adventure of an earthling kidnapped by malevolent aliens. Improve your gear and gain new abilities as you progress through the game. Encounter numerous enemies such as Martians, robotic spiders, space slugs and flying drones.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Platformer 16.3%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Aliens 12.6%, 2.5D 12.6%
Enjoy this 2D metroidvania-like bullet hell platformer. Jump, dodge and traverse using your jet pack. Find weapons and abilities. Fight bosses and escape an old space station drifting through the cosmos. You are alone, with nothing but a space suit and a gun. Just keep going! Persevere and triumph!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 16%, Aliens 11.2%, Shooter 9.7%
The story follows the journey of Geranium, a female swordswoman with amnesia.
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.7%, 2.5D 19.4%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 12.9%
"Glory's Witness" is a platform jump shooting game that supports attribute addition. You will play the AI intelligent robot that survived the last days, guided by the "God", and embark on an adventure to "witness the glory of human civilization".
Why similar: Metroidvania 26.3%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 13.4%, Post-apocalyptic 12.6%, Robots 11.7%
Science fiction 2D shooter with platformer and metroidvania elements. Players will have to explore a huge research complex consisting of nonlinear levels, which is crowded with robots
Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Robots 14.2%, Platformer 11.7%, Action 8.8%
Help Jake survive his inner darkness in Endless Night: The Darkness Within — a psychological action-adventure through surreal dreamworlds and fractured memories. Master fluid platforming, battle twisted manifestations of fear, and uncover the truth buried deep in Jake’s subconscious.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, 2.5D 22%, Philosophical 20.9%, Platformer 15.7%, Action 6%
A wordless metroidvania through fog-covered ruins and the remnants of a lost world. Explore, gain new abilities and uncover meaning without guidance or dialogue.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, 2.5D 17%, Post-apocalyptic 16.7%, Robots 16%, Platformer 13.5%
Forge your own path through a derelict station in this fast-paced epic adventure. Navigate the labyrinthine behemoth, form alliances with survivors, and uncover the secrets behind the mystery that befell this place.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Platformer 14.8%, Robots 10.7%, Hack and Slash 5.9%
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 48.3%, 2D Platformer 20.8%, Platformer 18.1%, Action 8.6%, 2D 4%
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 35.7%, Hack and Slash 23.5%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 15.4%, Action 4.1%
The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, 2D Platformer 21.3%, Platformer 17.7%, Action 11.1%, Hack and Slash 10.9%
A mega X Touhou fangame with no X again.
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Hack and Slash 23.5%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 14.3%, Action 5.9%
"Let the fragments reverberate within your being. Let the echoes from your soul vibrate within every living bodycell. Now, my child, you're whole again. Be it a good or a bad thing, we'll leave for you to choose."
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Hack and Slash 21.7%, 2.5D 19%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
Explore the mysteries of an unknown land! ”Transiruby '' is a metroidvania game where you explore the world as a cyborg protagonist named Siruby. Slash and shoot your way to reveal its hidden secrets!
Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Platformer 11.8%, Action 6.8%
NECROTOPIA is an exploratory action game, in which a monster, who woke up on a stormy night by lightning, picks up junks as weapons and searches for who he/she is. Use various types of weapons to defeat enemies and explore the fascinating world.
Why similar: Metroidvania 48.5%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Platformer 17.9%, Action 7.5%, 2D 5.3%
A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 16.8%, Post-apocalyptic 13.3%, Action 6.5%
A throwback retro-style platformer inspired by the Blue Bomber with a unique twist. Take on the role of Jack Johnson, and complete the simulation in this action platformer. Featuring 12 levels, 10 bosses, 10 mini bosses, and 9 unique weapons. Create your own levels and share them with your friends.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Post-apocalyptic 16.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 12.7%, Robots 9.6%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Platformer 16.4%, Hack and Slash 10.1%, Action 9.6%
In this classic platformer from 1986, take on the role Sir Randolph as he quests to free the fair maid Amelia from the evil clutches of Spegbott the Terrible. Acting upon an inter-dimensional distress signal from the galactic cruiser SS Rustbucket, don your Omnibolt Mark IV and venture forth!
Why similar: Metroidvania 34.5%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 13.3%, Robots 12.3%, Shooter 9.5%
Delve into the Master Dungeon as you explore the unyielding tunnels from a top-down view or hop and bop through expansive caverns in 2d-sidescrolling action! Danger and discovery are to be found wherever you are in this retro-style adventure!
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Hack and Slash 24.4%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 9.5%, Action 6.8%
Bursting with hilarious dialogue and comical encounters! The second installment of the super-exhilarating Metroidvania series is here!!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 15%, Aliens 12.3%, Robots 11.3%
Join KinnikuNeko, a cat with a bodybuilder's body, in this fun 2D platformer and fight against the mysterious alien invasion. A story full of goofy humor, friendship, drama and action. Its aesthetics are a love letter to 90s anime along with an unforgettable soundtrack.
Why similar: Metroidvania 28.2%, Hack and Slash 19.8%, 2.5D 17.9%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 12.8%
The Flawless: Art’s Tale is an action adventure game set in a brutal world of cats. Join our young hero, Art, and his droid sidekick for some epic hack 'n' shoot battles, an endearing cast of characters, an unforgettable coming of age story, and a gorgeous hand-drawn art style.
Why similar: Metroidvania 33.8%, Hack and Slash 21.5%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 13.5%, Shooter 10.1%
A precision 2D metroidvania where knowledge decays and data is currency. Recover GAIA’s shattered algorithms to restore lost abilities, outmaneuver corrupt AIs and ravenous bugs, and weave through a hand‑crafted techno‑organic world of rewarding secrets.
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, 2.5D 16.7%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Artificial Intelligence 13.8%, Platformer 13.3%
Sylvaris: Black Reign is a fast-paced, hand-drawn 2D action platformer with metroidvania elements. Set in a chained, industrial world beneath the surface, it features aggressive combat, a risk-reward Overload system, and build variety shaped through perks.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Hack and Slash 22.3%, Platformer 17.2%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Action 6.5%
Eternal Core is an action platformer in which you control ROB, a robot created with the goal of destroying the Tower that’s draining the planet’s life. You’ll have to fight enemies to advance and reach the top, encountering powerful Bosses along the way.
Why similar: Metroidvania 22.2%, 2.5D 18.9%, Robots 15.9%, Post-apocalyptic 12.3%, Platformer 11.2%
An elite sorcerer king with forgotten magical powers mysteriously reappears in a bloody quest for revenge in the supreme action platformer.
Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Hack and Slash 23.2%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 15.1%, Action 4.6%
Explore a dystopian future in this Metroidvania platformer in which you use glitchy abilities to launch yourself and enemies across the level at high speeds, create temporary platforms, and more in your search to uncover the secrets of your origin in The Forum.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.4%, 2.5D 20.2%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 13.5%, Robots 8.7%
