Games like Salt and Sanctuary
by Ska Studios
Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.
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-20%$15.99Solateria
Mar 12 · Studio Doodal
Both: Metroidvania · Souls-like · Difficult
Solateria is a hand-drawn action Metroidvania with parry-focused combat. A small fire warrior journeys to find the Primordial Flame, the world’s last hope against the Shadow Plague. Defeat foes with stylish parries and explore mysterious realms to uncover the world’s secrets.
MetroidvaniaSouls-likeDifficultHand-drawn2DExplorationStory RichPlatformerDark FantasyAction👍 712
$14.99MycoRelic
Sep 24 · Sandy Dingo Games
Both: Souls-like
MycoRelic is a cooperative third person action-RPG set on islands inhabited by tribal mushroom robots. Loot derelict foundries to upgrade your robotic body. Explore ancient temples to infuse your fungus with forgotten elemental powers.
Early AccessSouls-likeAction RPGOnline Co-OpExplorationMultiplayerRPGThird Person3DCo-op👍 166
$24.99Fatal Claw
Aug 26 · NDEV GAMES
Both: Metroidvania · Platformer
Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!
MetroidvaniaExploration2D PlatformerAction-AdventureHand-drawnNonlinearPlatformerAtmosphericStory RichMultiple Endings👍 444
$24.99Fallen Tear: The Ascension
Mar 17 · Winter Crew Studios
Both: Metroidvania · Souls-like
A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.
Early AccessMetroidvaniaSide ScrollerExplorationHack and Slash2D PlatformerPuzzle PlatformerSouls-likeParty-Based RPGAction-Adventure👍 222
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-37%$9.44Crimson Oath
Apr 29 · Parry Frames Studio
Both: Souls-like
Long may the sun shine! Prepare to suffer! Souls-like combat adventure in a unique world. Learn to fight... then fight to realize your belief.A warrior gradually grows and uncovers the ultimate truth of world change.
Souls-likeActionAlternate HistoryFaithMedievalCombatAction-AdventureFantasySingleplayerAdventure👍 752
-10%$14.39Draco and the Seven Scales
2 days ago · Ice Goat Games
Both: Metroidvania
Set sail on a voyage full of pirates, dark magic, and the thrill of discovery! Draco and the Seven Scales is a retro-inspired adventure that harkens back to an age of top down dungeon crawlers and lovable, crunchy pixel art.
MetroidvaniaIndiePixel GraphicsPiratesDungeon CrawlerExplorationPuzzleTop-DownSailingAction RPG
$14.99The Dark Heart of Balor
Jan 2 · Game Artists, LLC
Both: Metroidvania · Platformer
Archdemon Balor has opened the Gate of Hell into the human realm and hordes of demons and monsters have flooded into your world destroying everything in their path. You must protect those who are still alive and ultimately destroy Balor to close the Gate.
MetroidvaniaSide Scroller3D PlatformerHack and SlashDungeon CrawlerPlatformerRPGAction RPGAction-Adventure2.5D
-50%$19.99Kristala
Apr 23 · Astral Clocktower Studios
Both: Souls-like · Dark Fantasy
Kristala is a dark fantasy ARPG featuring challenging combat, fluid parkour, and deep exploration. Master the ancient magic of the Sacred Kristals and uncover the source of a mysterious curse in a thrilling, story-driven adventure.
FantasyActionSouls-likeAction RPGDark FantasyCatsMagicRPGSteampunkStealth👍 486
$17.99Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams
Mar 12 · Lavadrop Entertainment
Both: Metroidvania
A 2D metroidvania where every defeated Archon becomes a summonable power. Claim six ancient beings, use their abilities to fight, move, and unlock hidden paths, and uncover a sinister plot threatening the world.
MetroidvaniaPixel Graphics2D PlatformerPuzzle PlatformerAction-AdventureMagicExplorationAction RPGControllerMultiple Endings
$24.99Bootstrap Island
Mar 12 · Maru VR
A highly realistic VR survival roguelike adventure set on a ruthless 17th-century tropical island. Shipwrecked and alone, you must survive without guidance as you face wild beasts, nature’s fury, and a mysterious local tribe. Every decision is yours. Your survival is in your own hands!
SurvivalAdventureOpen WorldVRLife SimRoguelikeActionNatureAtmosphericSimulation👍 1,366
$19.99Aggelos 2
Aug 27 · WONDERBOY BOBI
Both: Metroidvania
With the Gods of light about to lose the great battle against the Army of Darkness, the Aggelos must learn to embrace his darker side. Explore two opposing realms full of secrets, puzzles and intense 2D combat in this challenging action-platformer.
MetroidvaniaExplorationPixel GraphicsPrecision PlatformerAction-AdventureRetroSide ScrollerSingleplayerActionAdventure
-50%$9.99Salt 2: Shores of Gold
Nov 12 · Lavaboots Studios
Salt 2 is a pirate-themed open world adventure focused on exploration, crafting, and survival. Play solo or with up to 5 friends, sailing the sea with your ship as a mobile base. Discover islands full of quests, towns, caves, and secrets. Level up, craft gear, hunt, fish, and customize your ship.
Open WorldSurvivalSailingPiratesCraftingExplorationSandboxPvEAction-AdventureNaval👍 2,182
-15%$11.89YesterSol
3 days ago · Neat Games
Both: Metroidvania
Unleash your magical spear! Explore a vast inter-connected world, battling enemies sent by Culex, the dark mosquito deity. Throw, recall, and use your spear as a platform through this minimalistic metroidvania made by one developer!
MetroidvaniaAtmosphericExplorationLore-RichIndieNatureColorfulCuteAction-AdventureAction
$9.99Quantum Curse
Dec 31 · James H. Van der Meulen
Both: Metroidvania
Awaken as the lone survivor of an abandoned civilization. A sentient prototype failsafe. Automatically activated as the last resort. With the sole mission to seak out and destroy the corruption that has infected the entire planet.
Action-AdventureMetroidvaniaSci-fi2D PlatformerSide ScrollerImmersiveAdventureActionStylizedShooter
$17.99Lost Castle 2
Jun 10 · Hunter Studio
Both: Local Co-Op
"Lost Castle 2" is a 2D Beat'em up Rogue-Lite game. Explore abundant treasures and items to enhance yourself, master various weapons to showcase your skills, and challenge powerful monsters to demonstrate your strength. A new adventure is calling for treasure hunters!
MultiplayerLocal Co-OpOnline Co-OpRoguelikeBeat 'em upRogueliteAction-AdventureAction RoguelikeRPGFunny👍 10,858
$17.99Hellscreen
Feb 13 · Jamie D, Mixtape Games UK
Both: Metroidvania
Use a rearview mirror to fight through a horror-filled hellscape in this Doom-inspired retro-fps. Shoot behind you, detect invisible enemies & never fall victim to enemy traps.Find new weapons, unlock abilities & warp to maps at any time!Objects In Mirror Are Closer Than They Appear!
Boomer ShooterFast-PacedRetroShooterMetroidvaniaHorrorOld SchoolAtmosphericFirst-PersonCombat
$69.99Echoes of Aincrad
Jul 9 · Game Studio Inc.
Both: Souls-like
Step into Aincrad, a world of beauty and danger where every battle could be your last. Create your hero, choose your gear, and master combat by building synergy with your partner, leveling up, and unlocking special abilities to expand your horizons.
AnimeSingleplayerJRPGAction RPGSouls-likeFantasyHack and Slash3DRPGCharacter Customization👍 4,115
