For Metroidvania lovers, the long wait for the most anticipated upcoming title in the genre continues. Hollow Knight Silksong is still AWOL, and while that’s a mighty disappointment, a steady ...

So, if you're looking for a Metroidvania franchise that can offer more than just a one-off experience, here are some incredible sequels that one-upped their predecessor. When it comes to hidden ...

Metroidvania soulslikes are a joy, thanks to their high-skill ceilings and rewarding exploration, but they can be quite hard to find amongst all the AAA fodder out there. So, allow me to surface a ...

The game’s creators use this combat to sew different patches of enemy types into a big, beautifully quilted Metroidvania world. And the game’s generous fast travel system and clear map are a ...

AEROMACHINA is a high-altitude, low-poly 3D platformer Metroidvania lovingly inspired by the PSX era! Soar through the labyrinthine world that holds you, cutting through foes with your trusty ...

After a stint in early access, Metroidvania sequel Ender Magnolia has just hit 1.0 and it’s drowning in praise. This dark fantasy adventure already boasts an eye-watering 98% rating on Steam ...

From developer Team Ladybug, Blade Chimera is a metroidvania game that blends cyberpunk elements with Japanese folklore, a compelling blend of themes that inspires unique gameplay approaches and a ...

If I was forced to choose my favorite type of game, I’d likely go with the Metroidvania. When done well, there’s little in gaming that I find as satisfying. Whether delivered in 2D or 3D ...

Team Ladybug hasn’t reinvented the Metroidvania with Blade Chimera, but thanks to its core idea — tying its mystical sword into nearly every aspect of gameplay — it offers something that ...

New title Possessor(s) looks unlikely to buck that trend, eschewing 3D exploration in favour of a 2D Metroidvania-style side-scrolling adventure as you guide Luca and her somewhat unhelpful ...

There's a certain degree of predictability to the metroidvania genre. The opening area is the part where the story takes a moment to emphasise how alone I am, and then makes me do a bit of vanilla ...

Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist is a Metroidvania title sporting challenging combat, engaging platforming, and a stirring story. With all of that combined, fans of the genre are all but certain ...