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Games like Crimson Spine

Games like Crimson Spine

Looking for games like Crimson Spine? Here are top platformer recommendations with a fantasy, medieval, historical and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Candle Knight, Volkolak: The Will of Gods or Vyanka's Memories.

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  1. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    79% User Score Based on 38 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    Wield your flame to overcome menacing creatures lurking in the shadows of a ruined castle, use the dynamic difficulty system to your advantage, traverse challenging platforming sections and solve cryptic puzzles inside surreal paintings in this 2.5D action adventure platformer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Candle Knight.

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  2. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    98% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Roadmap About the GameVolkolak: The Will of Gods is a 2D Soulslike Metroidvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting. The action takes place in the Far-away State, a vast, rich world of medieval times for exploration. After the ominous curse of the necromancer Koschei the Immortal, its inhabitants go mad and turn into evil. The protagonist will have to fight his minions using a deep combat syste… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Volkolak: The Will of Gods.

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  3. Vyanka Silverlight is a monster huntress who was called to her home village to protect it from a great evil that ravages its lands. Her grandfather was attacked by a vampire and lost his memory. Take on the role of this intrepid huntress and defeat enemies trying to destroy your home while recovering your grandfather's memories. - Game Mechanics - Defeat monsters to regain your powers. Each mons… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vyanka's Memories.

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  4. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    74% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Betrayer: Curse of the Spine is a side-scrolling Action-Adventure game that places an emphasis on player decisions. Featuring intricate storytelling, a vast world to explore, valuable crafting, and multiple endings to experience. This highly atmospheric game is filled with drama, mystery, and dread. This Prologue version of the final game is intended to give players the early experience of Rise of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Betrayer: Curse of the Spine - Prologue.

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    36%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    58% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Awaken, brave knight, in the depths of a mysterious cave. With no memory of how you arrived, you must explore, battle, and unlock powerful abilities to survive and escape this treacherous dungeon. As you progress, you'll navigate a sprawling, interconnected world in classic Metroidvania style, uncovering secrets and acquiring new skills that open up previously inaccessible areas. Engage in in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Throne.

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  6. Forget the story of Little Red Riding Hood. Red's Ascent reimagines a familiar tale with action-packed rogue-like elements, offering you a completely different adventure. From an innocent girl collecting apples to a fierce warrior fighting for survival, an unforgettable action-rogue-like experience awaits you. Thrilling Roguelike Loop: Every death makes you stronger. Upgrade your abilities, di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red's Ascent.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    The world is ravaged by the red plague and every dead become a evil demon... Templar "The Knight of the Red Plague" is an epic adventure set in the darkest Middle Ages fanatical and violent, full of demons, monsters, zombies and blood. -30 levels -Potions, armor, swords and objects that will allow you to advance in the game. -A soundtrack as terrifying as epic and rock. -Classic 2d graphics with … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Templar.

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  8. Hop into the charming and unusual world of Frogbound, and play as the fabled Sir Hopper, a budding frog knight in search of adventure! From the placid pond to the intricate mysteries below and above this strange world, you will slay countless enemies and uncover the cryptic secrets of the enigmatic old wizard toad. Frogbound: The Legend of Sir Hopper is a retro-style classic action-adventure i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frogbound: the Legend of Sir Hopper.

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  9. The King's Pup Levels Up When the King and all his people disappear, his favourite puppy becomes the Kingdom's only hope! Now empowered with a golden sword, Humphrey must explore beyond the kingdom walls to find his long lost royal owner. But the land is riddled with enchanted enemies, so Humphrey will have to level up fast...or the throne will remain empty forever. Explore and Restore a Spellbou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cavalier.

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  10. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    This is an indie 2D hand-drawn platformer game which takes place in fantasy environment set in Czechia. You will embody a creature consumed by hatred and get revenge on your enemies in this short game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kletba Vlčího Moru.

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    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    In UNDIVINE you take the role of a nameless traveler who apparently, seeks salvation. He arrives at the village of Tessalem, a place being engulfed by a giant abyss and it's your task to enter the chasm and unravel its mysteries. Previously known as "Shadows of Tessalem", Undivine has grown so much in terms of its story and mechanics that a new name was needed to reflect its new approach. A demo i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Undivine.

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  12. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    85% User Score Based on 272 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 4 reviews

    Hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan in Chronicles of the Wolf! Step into the boots of Mateo Lombardo in this epic adventure featuring brutal bosses, vast castles, and secrets to uncover. Narration by the legendary Robert Belgrade and other special appearances! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chronicles of the Wolf.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    81% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    To complete Yridis' mission, you'll have to make your way through the bowels of a vast underground dungeon filled with unique environments, deadly dangers and mysterious beings. Jump, dash and give the enemies you encounter their due thanks to powerful weapons. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Born to Rise.

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  14. Betrayer: Curse of the Spine is an Action-Adventure Metroidvania. The game features decision making, crafting, fast-paced combat, multiple endings, intricate storytelling, an open world to explore, and more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Betrayer: Curse of the Spine.

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  15. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    82% User Score Based on 83 reviews

    Toziuha: [toh-see-OO-ah] (The meaning of this word is...) Toziuha Night is a 2D side-scrolling action platformer with features of a metroidvania RPG. Travel through different non-linear maps set in a dark fantasy world; such as a gloomy forest, demon-infested dungeons, a ruined village and more. EARLY ACCESS (the game is not completed yet!) more info here Play as Xandria, a beautiful a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toziuha Night: Order of the Alchemists.

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    An action platformer set in a world stitched shut. Ride the cracks your attacks leave for high-speed movement, carve terrain that falls the way you cut it, and journey to recover the memories of a girl who woke from her coffin. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UNSEAM.

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  17. Graviton Reloaded is a 2D-Platformer inspired by other metroidvanias and indie games. In-game, you play as an alien, Xeon, who traverses a facility which has succumbed to the sands of time, but somehow Xeon remembers this place when it was clean. ...almost as if the facility aged without her. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Graviton Reloaded.

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  18. A dangerous ancient relic is lost in a vast, ruined kingdom. Monsters and beasts have awakened and begun to roam the fields. The threat of an ancient entity still looms from the darkness, and a powerful mage emerges on the kingdom's borders, ready to seal any threat that stands between her and the Syzygy Kaleidoscope. Her name is Garuya. Garuya and the Kaleidoscope of Syzygy is a 2D action-platfo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garuya and the Kaleidoscope of Syzygy.

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  19. Allara is a pixel-art, dark-fantasy 2D soulslike metroidvania set in 17th-century Yakutia, inspired by authentic pre-colonial Yakut beliefs, mythology, and culture. Single Player CampaignYou awaken in a Yakut cemetery. Your body is dead-rotting, yet it lives. You have no tongue. Your voice is gone. Soon, you learn the truth: the Yakut army has fallen to western invaders who allied themselves wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ALLARA.

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  20. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    The Lone Sword is a narrative platformer where YOU are the weapon. As a living Sword, embark on a nostalgic journey to find your Maker. Explore the Castle, solve physics puzzles, master the blade with unique mechanics, and reflect on your purpose in this emotionally rich adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lone Sword.

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  21. A grieving girl. A broken world. A path soaked in blood and memory.Ashen Daughter is set in a crumbling world where the old gods have fallen silent. Play as Kára, a young woman resurrected by the Whisperer. Driven by vengeance but shadowed by grief, she must face corrupted emissaries, buried memories, and the sins of her own family. Explore ruined villages, enchanted forests, and lightless cavern… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ashen Daughter.

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    41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster! The Little Brave is a 2D action-adventure immersive metroidvania about a little boy Keely. Get ready for an exciting adventure. Uncover the secrets of an old tale, gain bravery and strengt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Little Brave.

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  23. Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess is a 2D action with metroidvania elements set in a 16th-century fantasy world, drawn with cozy pixels. Explore a mysterious realm, battle ruthless enemies, and uncover powerful weapons and abilities. And remember: beer is the best medicine in these grim times! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blade of Mercy: Bloody Countess.

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  24. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    A former school project completely remade two years later by a bored 17 year old. Disgraced, a lone knight searches for revenge in a land ruled by bandits and corrupt knights. Fight through an unforgiving world filled with dangers and secrets. Die over and over again until your spirit is broken.  Fulfill your lost oath, face your failures, avenge your master.The caves free content update is now … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Oath.

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  25. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    The Malice Kingdom is a 2D platformer, focused on exploring an ancient medieval kingdom. Featuring exciting combat against powerful foes, challenging platforming, and exploration down into the deepest depths of an old world. - Play a challenging 2D platformer. - Explore 12 mystical areas, each with unique visuals and music. - Battle your way through the ruins using 15 unique weapons. - … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Malice Kingdom.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravethorn.

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  27. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 145 reviews

     ▼Summary Set in a hand-drawn world, this 2.5D action RPG blends metroidvania exploration, RPG elements, and a sprawling overworld map. With dungeon hubs, narrative depth, and level-up mechanics, it offers freedom and classic adventure in a richly crafted fantasy setting.  ▼Story The land of Speria is shrouded in darkness, with monsters ravaging villages. Survivors gather at Crescent Isle’s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twilight Monk.

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  28. A new Arcade 3D Game Dive into the heart-pounding world of Teared, an exhilarating 3D arcade action-platformer that takes you on a rollercoaster ride through 9 captivating levels and 2 bonus stages. Prepare to confront a formidable lineup of adversaries, including 9 colossal bosses and an array of fantastical creatures like dragons, skeletons, bats, spiders, and menacing cyclops. As the hero in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Teared.

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  29. The Throne is a medieval adventure in the purest metroidvania style, with 2.5D pixel art aesthetics, in which you will have to liberate the kingdom taken by the terrible orc leader Bodrak. Follow the hero Eder through the labyrinthine castle and thrilling landscapes in search of the key to the throne room. Will you be able to save the kingdom? Features Eliminate powerful enemies and destroy … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Throne.

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  30. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    85% User Score Based on 372 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 5 reviews

    RICH PLOT AND VARIOUS ENDINGS Bionic girl Tania is assigned by her creator, Dr. Herveus to search and rescue a missing Investigation team in the rainforest of Horace Islands where mysterious Karpas energy turns local animals and plants into aggressive mutants. AWESOME AND EXCITING COMBAT Slain your foes with a wide range of combos: from fastest to slowest. Parry enemy attacks to gain an advantage,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AWAKEN - Astral Blade.

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  31. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    95% User Score Based on 524 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Become Your Enemy in Biomorph, a 2D Dark Metroidvania! When you defeat a monster, the BIOMORPH mechanic allows you to take its shape and power. But beware - biomorphing has a cost as these creatures will now unlock new skills and will use them on the player upon encountering them again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BIOMORPH.

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  32. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    69% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Recover the kingdom’s stolen artifacts in this gothic Souls-like Metroidvania. Face hack-and-slash combat, cruel world-changing decisions, and the madness of an eldritch realm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Golden Eyed Ghosts.

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  33. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    87% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Exploaris: Vermis story is a metrodvania game where you have to explore a mysterious planet,a group of researchers recently disappeared on the planet, help the main character to solve the secret of this planet, and find researchers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exploaris: Vermis story.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    72% User Score Based on 101 reviews

    Explore a massive interconnected labyrinth of grottos, castles, and groves in this 2D retro-inspired Action RPG. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darxanadon.

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  35. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    82% User Score Based on 110 reviews

    A 2D action/platforming adventure with a healthy dose of RPG elements set in the hostile world of Lor, a pre-history fantasy setting. The slave-hungry Argeshii empire dominates the known world, old and false gods conspire; brutal combat is the only means of survival! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SAVAGE: The Shard of Gosen.

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  36. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 370 reviews

    When a nightmare creeps into reality, the only ones that can help are those whose magical powers we’ve believed in since childhood. A brave teddy bear and his fairy sidekick head to the darker side of “happily ever after” to rescue his owner, Alicia. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Darkest Tales: Into the Nightmare.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    76% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    A combat focused metroidvania #action #soulslike #metroidvania #darksouls #combat #exploration #swordandsorcery [Media 11037943] [Media 11037952] [Media 11037959] Windmills is a combat-focused... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Windmills.

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    51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    80% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Peril is a retro action adventure 2d platformer. In this game the player must battle through various worlds and defeat many enemies, all the while using a javelin as both a weapon and a tool to reach new places. Battle against dangerous enemies -Over 40 different enemies to face -7 unique and challenging bosses -Choose to slice them with your sword or snipe them with your javelin Upgrade chara… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peril by MDE.

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  39. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    70% User Score Based on 169 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Beholgar is a classically styled 2D action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beholgar.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 220 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 7 reviews

    Too long have I slumbered. Unsheathe me and I will lead you to the secrets that lie deep beneath. All shall tremble before us, for I am DOOMBLADE. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DOOMBLADE.

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  41. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 690 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

    Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moonscars.

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  43. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    A souls-like action-RPG with lots of battles and exploration. Defeat your enemies, steal their weapons, and uncover the secret of the stronghold. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Night of Winter.

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  44. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 142 reviews

    Glimmer In Mirror is a Metroidvania-inspired storytelling action-platformer. Allowing you to fix a destroyed world. During the process of exploration, you will enjoy the immersive and dynamic scenarios, gain different skills and items, and meet different monsters and characters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glimmer in Mirror.

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  45. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 73 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Follow the story of Xandria, the iron alchemist. Seeking revenge, she accepts the dangerous mission to put an end to the evil that resides in Dracula's castle and torments the people of Transylvania. Fight with an iron whip in this retro-style & Classic-Vania adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toziuha Night: Dracula's Revenge.

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  46. A shattered sky. A broken world. A memory lost to the dark. You awaken in a crystal prison with no memory of who you are or how you arrived. All around you, the land is infused with the remnants of Divine Dust, the celestial fallout of an ancient cataclysm that shattered the veil between the mortal and the divine world. Dark Lord Lars Svartvinge has claimed the Crown of Whisperers and is waging … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows of Imalor.

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  47. "At night I always dream of you"Marliese Haugen, a rogue knight, ventures deep into dark biomes with a single goal: to rescue and reunite with her beloved, who was torn away from her life. Explore forests, dungeons, and mountains filled with enemies that will stand in your way as you strive to fulfill your mission to reach her. "A beloved name inside my heart"Enjoy a class… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Lily Inmortal.

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  48. StoryOne day, Akim, a short-faced tiger, wakes up deep inside a cave. He rouses Leelee, a long-faced panda sleeping beside him, and they step outside — only to find that 10,000 years have passed. The land is now ruled by Very Long Yama, once a trusted friend, who for reasons unknown governs the medieval Very Long Kingdom with an iron fist. Unable to stand his tyranny, Akim and Leelee set out to f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VLCNP Story.

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  49. Explore a vast mountain filled with mysteries. Play as Sima, a swift girl with a scythe, and uncover hidden knowledge to find your way through an interconnected world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sima: The Lost Reflection.

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    ESCRIA is a dark fantasy 2D adventure set during the final moments of a dying world. Play as a silent boy named Astro, who awakens in a lonely tree house and begins a journey through forests, castles, ruins, and corrupted lands in search of a cure before the world of Escria comes to an end. Fight dangerous creatures, powerful bosses, and mysterious beings as the world slowly reveals its secrets. D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escria.

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