Games like Mariovania

"Castle In The Darkness" is a challenging 2D action-platformer with RPG elements. Battle monsters, find weapons and upgrades, and overcome platforming obstacles in a large interconnected world. With over 100 enemy types, 20 boss battles, and a New Game+ mode, there's plenty of content to explore.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is a Metroidvania-style action RPG, where you play as Miriam, a crystallized orphan fighting her way through a demon-infested castle to save humanity. The game features 13 free DLCs, with additional modes like Speed Run and Boss Rush available at launch, alongside a rich gothic dark fantasy story with full voice acting.

"Elderand is a single-player, violence-filled hack and slash game with a wonderful gameplay and outstanding visuals. Explore a dark, Lovecraftian world and engage in brutal, skill-based combat against terrifying creatures using a variety of weapons and abilities. Customize your character and delve into satisfying Metroidvania-style exploration."

In Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate HD, Trevor Belmont, a knight of the Brotherhood of Light, seeks vengeance for his mother's death at the hands of his father, now known as Dracula. Explore Dracula's castle, combat enemies with 30 moves, magic, and secondary weapons, and test your skills in 'Boss Rush' mode. This sequel delves into the Belmonts' history and their fated confrontation with destiny.

"The Last Faith" is a single-player horror hack and slash game, described as a brutal yet empowering combination of metroidvania and soulslike elements. Explore a beautiful gothic landscape filled with precise combat, custom executions, and a range of weapons and spells. Embark on a cursed mission as Eryk, seeking salvation in a world that challenges your mind and conscience. Despite some bugs and grinding, the game boasts excellent music, splendid visuals, and a fantastic atmosphere.

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.

In Salt and Sanctuary, you play as a shipwrecked sailor on a mysterious, cursed island. Explore treacherous landscapes, discover over 600 weapons and armor pieces, and engage in challenging 2D combat with grotesque enemies. The game features rich RPG mechanics and a dark, atmospheric world to immerse yourself in. Prevail in an unforgiving environment, uncover its many secrets, and rise to become a powerful force in this award-winning title.

In Chronicles of the Wolf, you play as Mateo Lombardo, the last apprentice of the Rose Cross Order, on a dark quest to hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan. This fast-paced platformer features intense combat, intricate puzzles, and deep storytelling across vast, dangerous environments filled with secrets and challenging bosses. Engage with locals, discover powerful weapons, and unlock abilities to shape your journey.

"Foregone is a single-player platformer game with an interesting plot involving a war against a corrupting force called the Harrow. The game boasts spectacular mechanics, masterful graphics, and a sensational soundtrack. Players can collect legendary loot and upgradeable skills to shoot and slash their way through hordes of enemies in fast-paced action."

"Chasm is a single-player Fantasy Platformer game with a good plot, stunning visuals, and delightful music. Embark on an epic journey as a new recruit for the Guildean Kingdom, rescuing townspeople and battling monsters in procedurally-assembled areas. With hand-designed rooms and unique world maps, each player's experience is one-of-a-kind, making for a highly emotional and immersive adventure."