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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Singleplayer, Action, Adventure, 2D.

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Multi-Character Metroidvania Style Action RPG Featuring PermaDeath!! Switch at anytime between characters in a quest to stop The Dark Prince Rhigor from using the Ethi to unleash The Darkness on the realm.

Reviews: Mixed — 55% — of 53 reviews
Released: 2017-05-01
Developer: LunarCore Games
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.5 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.2 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 96%

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    96% matchVery Positive100% of 82 reviews2026
    Dev: NicoDiti
    Windows

    Embark on a hilarious, choice-driven adventure in MultiEnding Heroes! Guide The Priest and The Hero through multiple universes, making decisions that lead to over 75 unique endings. Every choice matters, will you lead them to glory or disaster?

    Why similar: Multiple Endings 23.2%, RPG 21.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Exploration 8.8%, Fantasy 8%

  2. #2 Shattered Divinities
    95% matchVery Positive94% of 733 reviews2026
    Dev: 星魂游戏Pub: TrueColor Games
    Windows

    Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 15.3%, RPG 7.9%, 2D 6.3%, Action RPG 5.6%

  3. #3 Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin
    96% matchMostly Positive71% of 263 reviews2017
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Platformer 17.7%, Hack and Slash 8.5%, RPG 8.2%, Action 7%

  4. #4 The Tarnishing of Juxtia
    94% matchMixed67% of 693 reviews2022
    Dev: Actual NerdsPub: Mastiff
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    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 29.5%, Platformer 16.3%, RPG 12.8%, Multiple Endings 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

  5. #5 Total Party Kill
    94% matchVery Positive96% of 168 reviews2019
    Dev: Adventure Islands
    Windows · Mac

    Your party enters a deep and dark dungeon… but sacrifices must be made! Control 3 different heroes and use their special abilities to solve tricky puzzles by sacrificing your teammates!

    Why similar: Platformer 25.5%, Indie 15.5%, Action 14%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Adventure 10.3%

  6. #6 Break the Empire
    93% matchVery Positive92% of 127 reviews2025
    Dev: Edym Pixels
    Windows

    Fight your way to the capital and slay the emperor! Choose from a variety of characters with unique spells and skills! Featuring permadeath, interactable terrain, distinct builds, wild combos, and endless replayability.

    Why similar: Action RPG 28.1%, Action 13%, Fantasy 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Hack and Slash 11.2%

  7. #7 Toziuha Night: Order of the Alchemists
    92% matchVery Positive83% of 151 reviews2025
    Dev: Danny Garay
    Windows · Linux

    This is the story of Xandria, an iron alchemist. She seeks revenge regardless of the consequences. To achieve it, Xandria fights with a powerful whip and the power of chemical elements. Find out more about her in this modern metroidvania adventure.

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  8. #8 HunterX: code name T
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 163 reviews2023
    Dev: ORANGE POPCORN
    Windows

    HunterX: code name T is an action adventure with fast and stylish combat. Perfect your own fighting style using various weapon actions and magic, and explore an ever-greater world.

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    90% matchVery Positive84% of 277 reviews2026
    Dev: Winter Crew StudiosPub: CMD Studios
    Windows

    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 41.3%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, RPG 10.5%, Exploration 9.8%, Fantasy 9.1%

  10. #10 Beholgar
    91% matchMostly Positive75% of 376 reviews2022
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

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  11. #11 Solateria
    89% matchVery Positive84% of 618 reviews2026
    Dev: Studio DoodalPub: SHINSEGAE INFORMATION and COMMUNICATION Inc.
    Windows

    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 46%, Platformer 15.6%, Multiple Endings 9.1%, Exploration 8.1%, 2D 6.6%

  12. #12 The Last Hero of Nostalgaia
    89% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,181 reviews2022
    Dev: Over The MoonPub: Coatsink
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    The Last Hero of Nostalgaia is a satirical action-adventure, brought to life by a twisted and wicked tale. Featuring hard but fair combat, *full character customization, unique battle armor and engaging narrative mechanics rich in lore, Nostalgaia plunges you into almost certain death at every turn.

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  13. #13 7th Domain:Tree of Chaos Prologue
    88% matchVery Positive83% of 78 reviews2024
    Dev: Lightimpact
    Windows

    "7th Domain" is a horizontal version action game derived from Roguelike Metroidvania combined with treasure grinding gameplay. You will play a child of destiny who repairs the world and finds the truth of the broken world. You will grow in battle and challenge the unknown and hidden forces.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 48.9%, RPG 15.1%, Action 11%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 7%

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    86% matchMostly Positive76% of 694 reviews2025
    Dev: TeamSuneatPub: PM Studios, inc.
    Windows

    Dragon is Dead is a 2D dark fantasy roguelite with hack-and-slash combat and unlockable classes. Build class skill trees, slot runes, and chase Legendary and Mythic loot through corrupted stages.

    Why similar: Action RPG 21.5%, Hack and Slash 20.7%, Platformer 19%, RPG 14.6%, Action 8.2%

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    86% matchMostly Positive75% of 318 reviews2023
    Dev: The Deep End GamesPub: 2124 Publishing
    Windows

    Bite into Romancelvania, a darkly comic genre mashup, combining side-scrolling action and tongue-in-cheek romance into one completely absurd and unforgettable adventure.

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  16. #16 Darxanadon
    87% matchMixed69% of 74 reviews2022
    Dev: Scumhead
    Windows

    Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG.

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    84% matchVery Positive85% of 3,713 reviews2012
    Dev: ArkedoPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.

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    85% matchMostly Positive73% of 52 reviews2020
    Dev: Arcade Distillery
    Windows

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    84% matchVery Positive81% of 5,546 reviews2018
    Dev: White RabbitPub: Serenity Forge
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    81% matchMostly Positive72% of 613 reviews2026
    Dev: Frontside 180Pub: Pocketpair Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

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    82% matchVery Positive84% of 161 reviews2024
    Dev: DreamirlPub: PixelHeart
    Windows · Linux

    Venture into a frenetic metroidvania and take part in a fight between divinities where you will have to choose between Corrupting Gold and Purifying Light to achieve your ends.

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    82% matchMixed64% of 230 reviews2024
    Dev: FrostLeaf Games LLC
    Windows

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  23. #23 Mahluk:Dark Demon
    83% matchMixed66% of 170 reviews2016
    Dev: Serkan Bakar
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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    80% matchMixed61% of 135 reviews2026
    Dev: Hamlet Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  25. #25 DOOMBLADE
    79% matchMostly Positive80% of 373 reviews2023
    Dev: Muro StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    Dev: ThornDuck
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    78% matchMostly Positive79% of 301 reviews2024
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    77% matchVery Positive90% of 765 reviews2024
    Dev: MitridanPub: Arakuma Studio
    Windows

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  29. #29 Ashes of Immortality
    81% matchMostly Positive76% of 113 reviews2015
    Dev: Warfare Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

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    74% matchVery Positive88% of 1,172 reviews2026
    Dev: Nexile
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    79% matchMixed66% of 133 reviews2017
    Dev: Diabolical Mind
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

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    76% matchMostly Positive76% of 182 reviews2024
    Dev: Studio Cut to BitsPub: Aniplex Inc.
    Windows

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    74% matchVery Positive95% of 77 reviews2025
    Dev: GyuPub: Tensei Games
    Windows

    Enjoy traveling around the beautiful world of Knights of Messiah as the leader of a party of adventurers! When Alicia and Maya are captured by the evil prince of Windsor, Ritz, you and your friends must explore dungeons in search of the Gemstones that'll allow you to access his castle!

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    75% matchVery Positive82% of 91 reviews2025
    Dev: Disaster GamesPub: Selecta Play
    Windows

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    76% matchVery Positive81% of 289 reviews2020
    Dev: Unspeakable PixelsPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

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  36. #36 Elliot Quest
    78% matchMostly Positive73% of 191 reviews2014
    Dev: Ansimuz GamesPub: PlayEveryWare
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 36%

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    75% matchVery Positive95% of 108 reviews2022
    Dev: Hebi LeePub: Andromeda Project
    Windows

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    71% matchVery Positive94% of 45,088 reviews2021
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    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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  39. #39 Overbowed
    73% matchVery Positive91% of 92 reviews2024
    Dev: Klardonics Digital, Ltd
    Windows

    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 44.5%, Platformer 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Action 7.2%, 2D 6.4%

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    72% matchVery Positive94% of 78 reviews2025
    Dev: Tameem HamouiPub: Cold And Old
    Windows · Mac

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    73% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2021
    Dev: Neofid Studios
    Windows

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    Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, Platformer 23.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Action 10.1%, 2D 9.9%

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    70% matchVery Positive93% of 2,208 reviews2022
    Dev: Berzerk StudioPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    Windows

    A dynamic hack-and-slash adventure that mixes procedural generation with hand-made scenarios and a darkly humorous story. Featuring heavy-hitting deliberate combat, robust stealth mechanics, threatening enemies with unique movesets and a vast array of game-changing items to discover.

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    Dev: Halberd StudiosPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%

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    Dev: DuDu Games
    Windows

    Blade of the Netherworld is a fast-paced 2D Roguelite platformer. Don divine masks as a Yin-Yang Enforcer, slashing through the underworld to defeat gods, demons, and spirits. Combine a variety of items, master combat skills, and create limitless, high-speed carnage with a free-form action system.

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    69% matchVery Positive86% of 3,600 reviews2020
    Dev: Glass Heart Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%

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    Why similar: Metroidvania 37.6%, Platformer 15.8%, Action RPG 13.1%, Multiple Endings 10.9%, RPG 8.5%

  47. #47 Inexistence
    72% matchMixed66% of 371 reviews2016
    Dev: Jonathan BRASSAUD
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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    69% matchVery Positive87% of 171 reviews2022
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    Windows · Mac

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    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%

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  52. #52 Kingdoms Of Rhea
    71% matchMixed46% of 131 reviews2019
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    Windows

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    69% matchMostly Positive78% of 112 reviews2020
    Dev: Ylun GamesPub: Nuntius Games
    Windows

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    Windows · Linux
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    Windows

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    Dev: Squidbit WorksPub: PID Games
    Windows

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    Windows

    A third-person action RPG that brings to life the world of Gaia from the Anima: Beyond Fantasy RPG table-top books. Explore a deep and multifaceted story where your choices and actions directly impact the journey and decide the fate of the characters.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Action RPG 15%, Hack and Slash 14%, RPG 11.4%, Multiple Endings 10.4%

  58. #58 Void Memory
    70% matchMixed67% of 231 reviews2017
    Dev: Gustav
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

    Why similar: Metroidvania 32.9%, RPG 20.7%, Platformer 10.9%, Action 10.8%, Indie 7.1%

  59. #59 Aestik
    67% matchMostly Positive74% of 101 reviews2024
    Dev: Hooded Traveler Games
    Windows

    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 41.7%, Platformer 19.3%, Multiple Endings 17.5%, Exploration 9.3%, Action 6.8%

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