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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night is a gothic action-platformer with exploration, combat, RPG progression, and interconnected map design. It is aimed at players who enjoy exploration-heavy games and is known for popularizing the modern metroidvania format.
💡 Pick it for the closest modern successor to Symphony of the Night, with deeper loot and RPG systems.
A spiritual successor to the Castlevania series, featuring Metroidvania-style gameplay and gothic aesthetics.
💡 Pick it for a larger world, sharper combat, and a strong free-content package at a low price.
Hollow Knight is a challenging action-adventure game set in a beautifully hand-drawn world. Players explore the underground kingdom of Hallownest, battle fearsome...
💡 Pick it for harsher combat and a more overtly grim gothic world.
Blasphemous is a dark action-platformer with Metroidvania exploration, challenging combat, and religious horror imagery. It is designed for players who want punishing...
Paid; typically $24.99, varies by platform
Moon Studios
💡 Pick it for exceptional movement, platforming, visuals, and a more cinematic story.
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a cinematic metroidvania centered on agile movement, environmental puzzles, and emotional storytelling. It is...
From $29.99
Live Wire
💡 Pick it for a somber atmosphere and flexible boss-ability combat system.
Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights is a dark fantasy Metroidvania about cleansing a kingdom corrupted by an undead blight. It suits...
Paid; typically $24.99, varies by platform
Kumi Souls Games
💡 Pick it for a harsher gothic action game with Souls-like combat and striking pixel art.
The Last Faith is a gothic action-platformer with Metroidvania exploration, firearms, melee weapons, and Souls-inspired progression. It is for players who want...
Paid; typically $27.99, varies by platform
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