Games like Gestalt: Steam & Cinder

In Vernal Edge, a Metroidvania-style game, play as Vernal, a young woman seeking her father in a mysterious kingdom of floating islands ruled by the Church of Aloe. Master Vernal's combos and explore diverse pixel art environments filled with secrets and powerful upgrades. Dynamic combat and engaging narrative await in this action-packed adventure.

9 Years of Shadows is a side-scrolling Metroidvania by Halberd Studios. Travel alongside Europa, a brave warrior determined to enter the mechanical giant Talos and stop the corruption within before it swallows the world in darkness. Battle through tainted creatures, meet charismatic musicians and uncover the truth behind the curse that robbed the land of all color. Many have tried to venture insi…

Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight is a side-scrolling action platformer set in a cursed land on the brink of destruction. As priestess Kaho, players must journey through hordes of enemies and bosses to seek the Queen's help. With melee combos, dodge mechanics, and various items/spells, players can enjoy the story casually or challenge their reflexes with increased difficulty.

In "Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights" , players explore a devastated kingdom overrun by the Blighted after an unstoppable rain of death. As young Lily, players uncover the truth while journeying through haunting landscapes, battling powerful bosses, and recruiting them as allies. The game features challenging gameplay, stunning visuals, and an intriguing narrative.

"ANNO: Mutationem" is a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game set in a cyberpunk-inspired world. Play as Ann Flores, a skilled mercenary, as she navigates a dangerous city and uncovers a conspiracy involving mutants. Utilize a range of weapons, abilities, and upgrades to fight enemies and solve puzzles. Experience a rich, immersive story with hand-drawn art and deep, atmospheric music.

"Timespinner is a fantasy platformer game with time-control mechanics, offering both single-player and local 2-player co-op. Traverse through the detailed pixel art environments, battle intense bosses, and befriend creatures to aid you in your quest for revenge against the Lachiem Empire. With stunning gameplay, gorgeous graphics, and phenomenal replayability, Timespinner delivers a unique and emotional atmosphere."

"Ghost Song" is a metroidvania-style game set in a moody, atmospheric sci-fi world. As the stranger, a mysterious pilot with a forgotten past, players explore an abandoned space station and battle against alien creatures. The game features various abilities and upgrades to discover, non-linear exploration, and a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack.

"Haak is a single-player Platformer game with Metroidvania elements, set in a post-apocalyptic world with unique pixel graphics. As Haak, a traveler from the north, explore the land using your hook, dash, and charged slash to survive against dangerous mutants and dark forces. The hand-drawn retro-futuristic pixel world and intriguing story will keep you engaged through compelling gameplay and phenomenal music."

In this exploration-heavy 2D action game, use your demon sword to interfere with the past, create platforms, and shield yourself from danger to explore a dystopian cyberpunk world depicted in gorgeously animated pixel art.

"Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-" is a captivating exploration-focused Metroidvania game. Deedlit, the iconic elf, navigates through a mysterious labyrinth, fighting enemies and acquiring new abilities. The game features stunning pixel art and pays homage to the classic Record of Lodoss War series.