Cover of Elderand

Similar games

Games like Elderand

2023PCXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified75 % positive19.50 €

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.

  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Dread and tension
  • Lots to discover
  • Jumping and platforming

The closest matches for Elderand are Blasphemous II, The Last Faith and Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Elderand special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

10 games with a similar feel, sorted by match

Show games from the same series

Best match

Blasphemous II

99 %Match

2023PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified91 % positive−66 % 37.99 € 12.91 €

  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Dark, serious atmosphere
  • Dread and tension

A grim pixel-art Metroidvania where the Penitent One wields three distinct weapons through a world steeped in religious horror. Precise duels, tough bosses and plenty of secrets make exploring rewarding.

The Last Faith

Dark, serious atmosphere

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.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night

Melee combat with weapons or fists

The spiritual successor to Castlevania: Symphony of the Night sends you as Miriam through a sprawling gothic demon castle packed with secrets. Absorbing shards from defeated enemies unlocks hundreds of abilities, while weapons and crafting let you shape your own build.

Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

Lots to discover

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.

Salt and Sanctuary

Strong character progression

A 2D Soulslike wrapped in Metroidvania design: stamina-driven combat, punishing bosses and a huge skill tree in a grim, interconnected world. Its hand-drawn look and rewarding exploration set it apart.

Valdis Story: Abyssal City

Melee combat with weapons or fists

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.

Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

Fantasy setting

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.

Feedback