Games Like YOHANE THE PARHELION -BLAZE in the DEEPBLUE-

Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Anime 16.9%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Cute 7.6%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similar blend of cute anime aesthetics, challenging bullet-hell combat, and deep metroidvania exploration.

Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.9%, Anime 18.3%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Action 5.3%, 2D 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team as Rabi-Ribi, it offers a highly polished, fast-paced action experience with a strong anime visual style.

A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Anime 13.9%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Cute 6.7%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly captures the classic anime metroidvania feel with fluid combat and beautiful pixel art.

"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.3%, Anime 17.1%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Action 7%, Fantasy 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a refined, cute, and challenging 2D action experience that feels very similar in scope and tone.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.1%, Anime 15%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Action 7%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, anime-inspired metroidvania that excels in its unique time-manipulation combat mechanics.

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 64.9%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, Anime 7%, 2D 4.3%, Action 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the summon-based combat and atmospheric, melancholic anime-style world-building found in the seed game.

Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.2%, Anime 17.5%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Action 7.2%, Cute 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, anime-styled metroidvania that emphasizes elemental interactions and strategic combat.

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 62.3%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Anime 7.1%, 2D 5.1%, Action 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: The spiritual successor to Ender Lilies, it continues the series' tradition of gorgeous art and emotional, action-packed gameplay.

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 44.5%, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Anime 15.8%, Female Protagonist 14%, Cute 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, beautiful metroidvania with a distinct anime art style and deep exploration elements.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Metroidvania 61.7%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Anime 10.7%, Action 7.2%, Adventure 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: As a spiritual successor to the genre's greats, it provides the definitive anime-style metroidvania experience with extensive character customization.

This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.4%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Anime 15.3%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D metroidvania that focuses on a female protagonist and features detailed anime character models and side-scrolling action.

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 46.1%, Anime 17.1%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Cute 8.6%, Adventure 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, lighthearted 2D platformer that leans heavily into anime tropes and exploration-based progression.

Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, Anime 17.7%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Cute 7.5%, Action 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on a cute, atmospheric world with a heavy emphasis on exploration and light platforming challenges.

Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Anime 14.1%, Action 9.2%, Hack and Slash 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: From the creators of Momodora, this game offers a similar dark-fantasy anime aesthetic with tight, responsive combat.

Explore the stylish world of Wonderland with Usada and Kotora as they search for a mysterious girl named Alice! A Metroidvania action game with a rich, exhilarating battle system all wrapped up in cuteness!

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Anime 12%, Female Protagonist 11%, Cute 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, platformer-heavy metroidvania that focuses on character-swapping mechanics similar to the seed game.

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 52.1%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Action 9.5%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, Cute 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming pixel-art metroidvania that features a female protagonist and satisfying, fast-paced action.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.6%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Action 9.5%, Adventure 6.5%, 2D 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced, anime-inspired combat and a unique movement system that makes exploration feel incredibly fluid.

Tokino Sora zaps into another world mid-live! Join her Hololive friends in a thrilling Metroidvania-style action-adventure, blending 2D and 3D. Explore a mysterious realm, recover scattered items, and guide Sora’s epic tale to a dazzling finale!

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.1%, Anime 13.5%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Action 8.9%, Fantasy 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed action-adventure game that shares the magical, anime-inspired world-building of the seed game.

2D action-adventure game set in the rich world of the epic dark fantasy, Overlord. This latest installment in the series features an original story overseen by Overlord's creator, Kugane Maruyama. Find Clementine's missing memories and make your escape!

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.5%, Anime 18.4%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Action 9.2%, Hack and Slash 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: An action-packed metroidvania based on a popular anime franchise with a focus on fast, fluid movement.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.8%, Female Protagonist 18.2%, Action 9.8%, Adventure 8.9%, 2D 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich metroidvania with a distinct anime-inspired art style and challenging boss encounters.

HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.3%, Female Protagonist 17.6%, Hack and Slash 11.3%, Action 9.5%, Adventure 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging metroidvania with a female protagonist that leans into action-RPG elements and diverse weapon types.

Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?

Why similar: Metroidvania 35%, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Anime 13.4%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, action-heavy metroidvania that features a strong female protagonist and intense combat encounters.

"Divine Dynamo Flamefrit" is bringing back classic 2D action! Play as the hero Yuto in top-down slashing adventure stages, and pilot the magical robot Flamefrit for first-person boss battles! Master both styles of gameplay to restore peace to the parallel world of Hologard!

Why similar: Anime 29.1%, Action 27%, Adventure 22.6%, 2D 9%, Fantasy 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure title that captures the retro, anime-inspired aesthetic and fast-paced combat feel.

Take control of Piko, our hammer wielding heroine, as you bash things up with a big hammer in this cute Anime-styled 2D metroidvania-inspired adventure! Uncover mysteries! Beat the bad guys who do naughty things! Explore the Piko Piko world with her floof fox friend!

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.7%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Anime 13.6%, Cute 8.1%, Fantasy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, 2D platformer-metroidvania that focuses on exploration and lighthearted, character-driven storytelling.

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 57.7%, Adventure 9.7%, Cute 9.5%, Action 8%, Fantasy 8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and accessible metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and cute, hand-drawn visuals.

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 46.1%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Anime 12.7%, Action 8.1%, Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful 2D platformer with a strong female lead and a focus on exploration within a vibrant, hand-painted world.

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 68%, Adventure 11.6%, Cute 9.7%, 2D 5.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more mechanical in theme, it captures the core exploration and ability-gated progression of the genre perfectly.

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

Why similar: Metroidvania 56%, Female Protagonist 20%, Adventure 11%, Action 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style metroidvania featuring a young female protagonist and a magical, adventure-filled world.

Yohane the Parhelion is an official spin-off of "Love Live! Sunshine". 『Yohane the Parhelion - NUMAZU in the MIRAGE -』 is a deckbuilding roguelite set in that world! A mysterious mirror world that changes each time it's entered. After countless choices, Yohane chooses...

Why similar: Anime 32.7%, Female Protagonist 27.6%, Adventure 13.1%, Fantasy 12%, Cute 11.8%

Majogami stars Shiroha, a young woman who has lost her memory, who travels alongside Shiori, her father who has been turned to paper. With her katana, "Kamikiri", in hand, she travels through a bizarre world and cuts through the horrors she finds there in this 2D character action platformer.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.6%, Anime 21%, Action 19.5%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Adventure 13.8%

A great unknown danger is approaching Roah's home planet. Follow Roah as she explores the world and encountering all of its different factions, uncovering the mystery of what is draining the planets lifeforce.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Action 14.2%, Anime 13.9%, Adventure 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, action-adventure game with a female protagonist that emphasizes exploration and diverse combat abilities.

Touhou Project's Brand New Action Roguelite Fan Game! Strange incidents erupt in the Animal Realm and Primate Spirit Garden. Embark on an unknown journey, uncover the truth behind the anomalies, and break through this 'Touhou Dystopian'!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.2%, Female Protagonist 24.8%, Anime 15.4%, Action 13.4%, Cute 9.9%

Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.7%, Hack and Slash 19.6%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 8%, Cute 5.3%

As the Debugging Hero chosen by the Legendary Sword, you have gained the ability to manipulate character variables! Use this powerful ability to overcome the dungeons blocking your path and defeat the Demon Lord!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.7%, Action Roguelike 19.1%, Action 9.6%, Anime 8.8%, Fantasy 7.3%

The crazy comedy anime Null & Peta has been reborn as a thumb-threatening action adventure! Featuring sisterly cooperation, gorgeous event CGs—and plenty of secrets to explore!?

Why similar: Action 37.7%, Metroidvania 28.6%, Anime 18.4%, Cute 8.3%, Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, anime-based action game that focuses on exploration and simple, satisfying combat mechanics.

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 39%, Anime 15.8%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Action 9.2%, Adventure 8.7%

RemiLore: Lost Girl in the Lands of Lore is a “rogue-lite” anime-style adventure set in a colorful fantasy world where players hack-and-slash their way through an army of mechanical monsters using a huge variety of unique melee weapons and devastating magic attacks!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.1%, Anime 21.8%, Action 20%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Female Protagonist 13.5%

Gensokyo Night Festival is a 2D action-exploration game set in the world of Gensokyo.Join Suika Ibuki as she wreaks havoc throughout Gensokyo against the backdrop of the festival held at Hakurei Shrine.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.4%, Anime 14.3%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Action 10.3%, Cute 8.1%

Control the lovely little witch Nobeta, explore the unknown mysterious castle, and gradually discover the truth!

Why similar: Anime 27.4%, Cute 24.5%, Female Protagonist 22.7%, Action 11.2%, Adventure 10%

Eternal Radiance is an action role-playing game about a squire named Celeste who begins a journey to prove herself worthy of becoming a true knight.

Why similar: Action 20.7%, Anime 20.2%, Adventure 19.6%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, Hack and Slash 10.9%

Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

Why similar: Metroidvania 52.7%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Anime 9.2%, Adventure 6.5%, Cute 5.4%

Join the genius alchemist Noah and her cat companion Zipper as they explore ancient ruins to uncover the secrets hidden within! Create unique teams and combos from 40+ recruitable allies in this casual but compelling game!

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.3%, Action Roguelike 18.2%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Cute 9.2%, 2D 5.5%

Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.

Why similar: Anime 32.2%, Female Protagonist 26.4%, Cute 13.5%, Action 9.8%, Adventure 8.9%

「Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony」 is an action side-scroller based on the world-famous 「Touhou Project」. The legendary 2009 title comes back with modern upgrades including HD remastered graphics and a number of bonus content, ready to give fans more convenient and pleasant gameplay experience.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Anime 15.9%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Action 9.4%, Adventure 8.4%

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 45.1%, Anime 16.1%, Female Protagonist 8%, Fantasy 7.1%, Action Roguelike 6.9%

Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Anime 16.8%, Action 11.1%, Cute 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 49.5%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 11.4%, Female Protagonist 6.1%, Fantasy 6%

《Heroine Anthem Zero : Sacrifice》 is an epic fantasy 2D side-scrolling ARPG with Japanese voiceovers and support for 7 languages. In a world unforgiven by God, it is a story of sacrifice and survival ten years in the making. Come and enter a world of adventure from long ago.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Anime 16.2%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Hack and Slash 9.7%, Adventure 6%

Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.8%, Female Protagonist 21.9%, Anime 21.9%, Cute 11.4%, Action 10.1%

The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!

Why similar: Anime 27%, Action 25.4%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Adventure 14.6%, 2D 6.9%

A Metroidvania x Roguelite where you journey with the aid of a cursed hat. Use a variety of magic or possess your enemies to reach the lowest levels! Bring back loot, build new facilities in your village, make a living and strengthen yourself for the next battle! Supports up to 4-player multiplayer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.6%, Hack and Slash 16%, Anime 12.9%, Action Roguelike 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.8%

In Blade Kitten, join Kit Ballard as she explores the mysterious world of Hollow Wish to hunt down rogue mechs and soft targets.

Why similar: Anime 29.3%, Female Protagonist 25.7%, Action 14%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Adventure 11.2%

Take control of the demon sisters Kirika and Masha as they attempt to revive their Demon Lord Maxim and rebuild their castle in this 2D action Metroidvania adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.5%, Anime 15.5%, Action 13.7%, Female Protagonist 12%, Adventure 10.9%

A super cute and tasty roguelite-flavored dungeon crawler! Explore a lush world and defeat monsters with your trusty spatula and some boba tea, then gather delicious ingredients and bring them home to cook and serve at your restaurant!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.7%, Anime 21.9%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Cute 10.5%

Tower Hunter: Erza’s Trial contains core elements of roguelite games, presented in a toon render style. The player explores a mysterious tower with Erza, vanquishes mutant monsters and defeats bosses to acquire a Hunter’s License and become the most powerful Battle Maiden.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Anime 12.5%, Action Roguelike 12.4%, Hack and Slash 7.3%

Play as your favorite Vtubers from Hololive! Fight, explore, and clear your way through armies of fans and save them from their mind-control in this unofficial free fan-game.

Why similar: Anime 26.2%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Cute 11.8%, Action 9.3%

Dragon Marked For Death is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG game where up to 4 players can play together in online multiplayer. The characters, known as the Dragonblood Clan, have forged a pact with the Astral Dragon, which granted them special new powers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Anime 18%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Action 11.4%, Hack and Slash 9.2%

A massive gameworld to explore with nearly a dozen dungeons to delve into.

Why similar: Anime 29.9%, Metroidvania 29.7%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Action 9.7%, Cute 8%

Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!

Why similar: Anime 21.7%, Action 16.8%, Adventure 15.7%, Cute 13.5%, Female Protagonist 12.7%