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2021PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck verified86 % positive19.50 €

A pixel-art 2D metroidvania where an amnesiac girl explores a dark, dangerous world, fighting monsters and bosses with weapons, spells and tonics while guided by the mysterious Beatrice.

  • Interconnected level design
  • Pixel art
  • Boss fights as highlights
  • Jumping and platforming

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In short: Games like Lost Ruins

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Lost Ruins special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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The Last Faith

94 %Match

2023USK 16PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck playable83 % positive26.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Lost Ruins: interconnected level design, gripping boss fights and pixel art.

A dark, gothic pixel-art Metroidvania that blends Soulslike combat with sprawling interconnected exploration and plenty of weapon and build options. You fight through a decaying world ravaged by plague and a corrupt religion as Eric.

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Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

Interconnected level design

A compact 2D pixel-art Metroidvania platformer where you play the priestess Kaho, fighting through a decaying kingdom with quick melee combos, dodge rolls and tough boss duels. It focuses on tight combat and a gloomy mood rather than heavy character building.

Valdis Story: Abyssal City

Jumping and platforming

A 2D Metroidvania with fast, combo-driven combat and plenty of room for character customization. You explore a sprawling, dark world and tailor your abilities and playstyle extensively.

Astalon: Tears of the Earth

Interconnected level design

You climb a sinister tower while swapping between three heroes with unique abilities to unlock areas and uncover secrets. This retro pixel-art Metroidvania challenges you with tough combat and clever backtracking.

Elderand

Interconnected level design

A pixel-art Metroidvania inspired by Castlevania with a Lovecraftian atmosphere, challenging melee combat and plenty of build variety through gear and abilities. Its grim world rewards exploring and hunting for treasure.

Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

Dense, handcrafted world

The genre-defining Metroidvania sends the vampire Alucard through a sprawling gothic castle packed with secrets, loot and RPG leveling. Gorgeous sprite work and a legendary soundtrack complete the package, and the inverted castle remains one of gaming's most famous twists.

Momodora: Moonlit Farewell

Interconnected level design

A compact, fluid pixel-art Metroidvania where the priestess Momo fights with quick melee and ranged attacks and precise dodging against demanding bosses. Its melancholic mood and carefully crafted areas make this farewell to the series special.

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