Finished Silksong? 8 Must-Play Metroidvanias to Fill the Void
Hollow Knight: Silksong has arrived and many players are already finishing its biomes. If you’re looking for more 2D exploration, combat, or unusual movement systems, here are eight Metroidvanias that use similar ideas in different ways.
Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist
Playable on: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Ender Magnolia is the follow-up to 2021’s Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights. It blends hand-drawn dark-fantasy visuals with action RPG systems, including stat-altering equipment, passive relics, and AI companions called Homunculi that change your playstyle.
Consequently, the game offers more gear and build variety than many Metroidvanias. Late-game traversal abilities also let you move quickly between areas, which helps if you enjoy exploration after finishing Silksong.
Blade Chimera
Playable on: Nintendo Switch, Windows PC
Blade Chimera is a 2D action Metroidvania that pairs a cyber-ninja protagonist with a magical sword. It includes RPG-style leveling and multiple weapon slots, so you can mix ranged and melee tools in one loadout.
The game uses detailed pixel art and offers a built-in fast travel system to speed up backtracking. As a result, it’s an option for players who want a stylish but more approachable experience.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Playable on: Android, iOS, MacOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Ubisoft Montpellier’s 2D entry returns the Prince of Persia series to careful platforming and trap-filled levels. It also includes a combat system built around timing and positioning, which some players compare to arena-style fighting in terms of responsiveness.
Importantly, the game adds a Memory Shard feature that lets you pin screenshots to your map, so you can mark obstacles and return later. That tool helps with planning routes during exploration and sequence breaks.
Shadow Labyrinth
Playable on: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox Series X
Shadow Labyrinth presents a surreal, darkly themed world with visual references to classic arcade maze games. The design focuses on a steady progression of abilities and a large, interconnected map.
While some players note extended travel times between key areas, the title is notable for its atmospheric presentation and for leaning into retro-arcade motifs within a Metroidvania structure.
Animal Well
Playable on: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox Series X
Animal Well emphasizes exploration and puzzle-like traversal rather than combat. The game uses a bold, Atari-inspired art style and centers on discovering interactive items—such as a frisbee or bubble wand—to overcome platforming challenges.
Because there are no traditional boss fights, the experience focuses on atmosphere and environmental secrets. Players who liked Silksong’s worldbuilding but prefer light or no combat may find it appealing.
Blasphemous 2
Playable on: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Blasphemous 2 is the direct sequel to 2019’s Blasphemous. It continues the series’ Gothic aesthetic and heavy religious iconography, while delivering tightly tuned 2D combat and boss encounters.
The game is designed around learning enemy patterns and executing precise dodges and counters. Therefore, it’s a clear choice for players seeking challenging, skill-based fights similar to those in Silksong.
Axiom Verge 2
Playable on: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Axiom Verge 2 continues Thomas Happ Games’ sci-fi Metroidvania approach. Like the original, it focuses on exploration and item-based progression, with an emphasis on new traversal mechanics introduced in the sequel.
Consequently, the game rewards mobility and thorough map study, encouraging players to revisit areas once they gain fresh movement tools.
Dandara
Playable on: Android, iOS, Linux, MacOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Dandara is a 2018 Metroidvania inspired by Brazilian folklore. Its core mechanic restricts movement to leaps between surfaces, creating a distinct, momentum-based traversal system.
The control scheme rewards precision and can feel very different from standard run-and-jump Metroidvanias. Players often report the game plays especially well on touch-enabled devices because of its direct input style.
