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2014

89%

Very Positive

655 reviews

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Super Win the Game

Developer / Publisher: Minor Key Games

2014
- ability gated
- exploration
- item gated
- non linear
- 8-Bit
- pixel
- side scroll
- open world
- no combat
- accessibility
- fantasy
- randomizer
- speedrun mode
Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!
- Windows
  
  Mac
  
  Linux
  
  Steam Deck
  
  Steam
  
  itch.io
2025

100%

Positive

48 reviews

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Glowkeeper

Developer / Publisher: bucketfish, oolimry

2025
- exploration
- interconnected map
- item gated
- non linear
- side scroll
- fast travel
- no combat
- accessibility
- difficulty options
- Metroidbrainia
- puzzle heavy
A luminescent puzzle game about manipulating elements. By the light of fireflies, link and dissolve elemental forces to construct bridges, break through obstacles, and traverse a glowing, interconnected world.
- Windows
  
  Steam
  
  itch.io
2025

78%

Mostly Positive

32 reviews

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Microvania

Developer / Publisher: Dreampunk

2025
- Demo Available
- exploration
- interconnected map
- item gated
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- action
- accessibility
- Sci-Fi
- Micro / Mini
Explore a tiny world, find upgrades, discover hidden paths, and battle bosses in this retro-style metroidvania action platformer.
- Windows
  
  Mac
  
  Steam Deck
  
  Steam
  
  Demo
2024

60%

Mixed

10 reviews

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Squigley

Developer / Publisher: Jay Hawkins

2024
- Demo Available
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- Has Overworld
- accessibility
- Co-op
- cosmetics
- puzzle heavy
- Metroidvania Lite
Traverse and experience a massive, cohesive 2D world as Squigley. Use your wits, resources and unique movement mechanics in order to explore this dark digital world.
- Windows
  
  Linux
  
  Steam
  
  Demo
2024

98%

Overwhelmingly Positive

8,128 reviews

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Minishoot' Adventures

Developer / Publisher: SoulGame Studio

2024
- Demo Available
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- item gated
- non linear
- vector
- action
- Ranged Combat
- two stick
- accessibility
- difficulty options
- equipment
- fantasy
- leveling
- bullet hell
- top down
- Zelda-like
Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!
- Windows
  
  Mac
  
  Steam Deck
  
  Steam
  
  Demo
- Nintendo
  
  Switch 2
  
  Switch
- PlayStation
  
  PS5
- Xbox
  
  Series X|S
  
  One
- Mobile
  
  iOS
  
  Android
2017

94%

Very Positive

55,524 reviews

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Rain World

Developer: Videocult

Publisher: Adult Swim Games

2017
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- action
- stealth
- accessibility
- cat
- Co-op
- difficulty options
- isolation
- multiple characters
- post apocalyptic
- randomizer
- speedrun mode
- Metroidbrainia
- procedural
You are a nomadic slugcat, both predator and prey in a broken ecosystem. Grab your spear and brave the industrial wastes, hunting enough food to survive, but be wary— other, bigger creatures have the same plan... and slugcats look delicious.
- Windows
  
  Steam Deck
  
  Steam
  
  GOG
- Nintendo
  
  Switch
- PlayStation
  
  PS5
  
  PS4
- Xbox
  
  Series X|S
  
  One
May 25, 2026

90%

Very Positive

279 reviews

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EMUUROM

Developer / Publisher: borbware

May 25, 2026
- new releases
- Demo Available
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- 8-Bit
- pixel
- side scroll
- fast travel
- no combat
- accessibility
- fantasy
- puzzle heavy
A creature-scanning metroidvania. Explore an ancient paradise before it's lost forever. Study the EMUUROM creatures, document your findings in the EMUUDEX, and use what you learn to unlock new paths.
- Windows
  
  Mac
  
  Linux
  
  Web
  
  Steam Deck
  
  Steam
  
  Demo
  
  itch.io
2024

83%

Very Positive

976 reviews

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Tales of Kenzera: Zau

Developer: Surgent Studios

Publisher: Electronic Arts

2024
- Demo Available
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- 2.5D
- side scroll
- fast travel
- Has Hub
- action
- accessibility
- leveling
- skill tree
Wield the dance of the shaman. Reclaim your father’s spirit. Brave the beautiful and treacherous land of Kenzera with the God of Death in Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU, a metroidvania-style adventure crafted by Surgent Studios.
- Windows
  
  Steam Deck
  
  Steam
  
  Demo
- Nintendo
  
  Switch
- PlayStation
  
  PS5
- Xbox
  
  Series X|S
2024

100%

Positive

29 reviews

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Zebulon: A Lost Cat

Developer: NuSan

Publisher: PoticoGames

2024
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- accessibility
- cat
- difficulty options
- Micro / Mini
Zebulon the cat is lost in a strange place, but he has a lot of courage and curiosity quickly replaces fear as he explores and unravels the world around him. It also helps that smelly green food is everywhere to grab!
- Windows
  
  PICO-8
  
  Steam
  
  itch.io
- Nintendo
  
  Switch
2022

83%

Very Positive

1,501 reviews

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Moonscars

Developer: Black Mermaid

Publisher: Humble Games

2022
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- item gated
- monochromatic
- pixel
- side scroll
- Has Hub
- action
- corpse run
- parry
- stamina system
- accessibility
- equipment
- fantasy
- gore
- gothic
- horror
- Souls-like
- Semi-Linear
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.
- Windows
  
  Steam Deck
  
  Steam
  
  Humble
- Nintendo
  
  Switch
- PlayStation
  
  PS5
  
  PS4
- Xbox
  
  Series X|S
  
  One

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