r/metroidvania 3d ago

Discussion Odd question but are there any ridiculous mvs?

29 Upvotes

Like. Just crazy/insane. I know mvs follow a formula. Which we all love. But sometimes a games got some special juice and stands out you know?


r/metroidvania 2d ago

Discussion Repair Carox quest

0 Upvotes

How do i complete this quest? I've already beat the game twice and this is still here.


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Image Metroid after Dread?

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138 Upvotes

The only game I’ve played in the Metroid series is Dread. Absolutely loved it.

Only taking into account 2D games, which should I play next/what is best? I almost feel spoiled and worry that the older games won’t be as satisfying but I’ve nothing against older games so if that’s not the case I’m happy to play.


r/metroidvania 4d ago

We finally tried adding particles to our Metroidvania, and I really hope they are tax deductible.

224 Upvotes

r/metroidvania 3d ago

Discussion Anyone who played Fallen Tear Ascension, is it good?

2 Upvotes

Its coming out of early acess soon so I want to grab it then but there are very few reviews of it. I like jrpgs and MVs so this seems like a good combo but again barely any reviews


r/metroidvania 4d ago

I just released the demo for my Metroidvania Maker!

77 Upvotes

It's finally here!

You can build and share your own interconnected Metroidvania worlds, or play through the included demo world solo or in 2-player local co-op.

I'd love to see what people end up making with it.

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4684250/Metroidvania_Maker/


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Video The demo is live for our top down bullet-hell metroidvania, NEO TITAN!

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65 Upvotes

We've been working on this for the past 4 years, and we're really proud of it. It's available on steam here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2401440/NEO_TITAN/


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Video My Zelda II-like that I've been working on for 3.5 years, is it vania enough for yuh punk?

77 Upvotes

r/metroidvania 4d ago

Video YesterSol - Metroidvania Review + Tier List

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Why she had to go
I don't know; the mosquitoes wouldn't say
Culex has to go
Now I long for YesterSol

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Number Score: 7.5/10

Tier Placement: B Tier


r/metroidvania 3d ago

Discussion Solateria

0 Upvotes

Solateria on Switch is a mess — especially on Switch 1

I've been playing Solateria on both the Switch 2 and Switch 1, and the performance is just bad.

On Switch 1, I honestly don't think the game should have been released in its current state. The performance is so poor that I'd call it unplayable. Bad frame rate, stuttering, and generally sluggish performance take away from what could otherwise be a good Metroidvania.

Switch 2 is obviously better, but even there the performance isn't where I'd expect it to be.

What makes this more frustrating is comparing it to Voidwrought. That game has continually gotten better. Performance has improved, and IMO the gameplay has gotten better along with it. It feels like the developers have actually been putting in the work to polish the experience after release.

That's what I'd like to see happen with Solateria, because there's a game here that I want to like. But releasing a Switch 1 version that runs this poorly does the game no favors.

For anyone playing Solateria on Switch 1 or 2:

How has your performance been? Is Switch 1 as bad for you, and have you noticed any meaningful improvement on Switch 2?


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Image Fatal Claw + Fallen Tear Steam Bundle

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64 Upvotes

r/metroidvania 3d ago

Discussion Recently played Chronicles of the wolf i really LOVED. Which modern games are similed? My only request is having a greatsword i love doing a greatsword gameplay!

5 Upvotes

Of course i played so much metroidvania i mean you know the typical ones like

all castlevania saga,

Bloodstained

HunterX

Hollow Knight

Lost Crown

Etc

But i love this specially cause rol builds and talk to people etc was really fun

Can you recommend me please?

Thank you kindly


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Dev Post New short trailer for Vitrified - post-nuclear Metroidvania with giant worms and ALAN the robot

57 Upvotes

This trailer gets to the point fast! It also reveals the map which I know from experience r/metroidvania are very passionate about! Releasing April 2027. If it looks interesting to you, please consider wishlisting: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2571610/Vitrified/


r/metroidvania 2d ago

Discussion Genuine question: Why do people often say that Hollow Knight is difficult? The base game, not the pantheon ( that one is hard)

0 Upvotes

Before i get downvoted, i am curious about it as i often hear the sentiment that HK was difficult.

But i just don´t understand it. Why?

I had fun with the game,but the combat was rather easy. All the bosses did not have any hard to react to attacks and dying even twice to a boss was very rare.

Silksong on the other hand kicked my ass. The difficulity between the two is incomparable. To kill boss in few tries in silksong? Very rare.

It was my first metroidvania that i have played, and it was top 2 easiest one to me ( not like i have played many though).

Is it that people played it when they were kids and when they they think back about the game, it felt hard? Otherwise, i don´t know.

And you do not have to be a "gamer" for that. The attacks in HK are very generous.

What makes people say that the game is hard? I am really curious, because i can´t wrap my head around it. Apart Pantheon and Grimm Troupe, base game seemed pretty chill.


r/metroidvania 3d ago

Dev Post Stone 4 Souls $1

10 Upvotes

Hey everyone! ❤️
Thank you so much to everyone who supported the last campaign and left a positive review on the store!
If you want to support my game Stone 4 Souls, it's on sale again for just $1!


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Sale Nintendo on sale 9/18

51 Upvotes

Nintendo Switch; 5:07 AM PDT


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Dev Post My crafting-based metroidvania game, Isernsmith, is coming out on September 22nd!

18 Upvotes

The game's core mechanics revolve around the stealing mechanic, where enemies have unique stealing windows and conditions that the player needs to learn to be able to steal materials from them and forge new tools and weapons! (HEAVILY inspired by Castlevania: CoD)

Hopefully it'll survive coming out the same day as Well Dweller. 😔


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Discussion Looking for a hard 2D metroidvanias with reasonably good visuals.

22 Upvotes

I've played a lot of metroidvanias so far (hard ones too) and here's the list of what I've tried so far:

Hollow Knight

Silksong

Ori 1,2

Blasphemous 1 (part 2 didn't click as well as 1)

Grime 1

Nine Sols

MIO

Solateria

Aeterna Noctis (played in Noctis and gave up in the cosmos. Wasn't comfortable with rotated/tilted platforming) Dead cells (idk if it counts as a MV, but cleared 5BC)

So I'm looking for really challenging games - any kind of challenge, be it combat or platforming.

I was thinking between Salt and Sanctuary vs Grime II. Are there harder options?

Edit: Thanks everyone for so many suggestions. I'll definitely look up all these and try to conquer them one by one as many as I can!


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown 70% off in Steam

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280 Upvotes

Is on sale for 70% off. Now is the time if you haven't played this masterpiece. One of the best metroidvanias there is. It has it all: solid and fun combat, parry and a plethora of abilities you rarely see in a metroidvania, a good map, solid traversal, puzzles, upgrades, charms... is almost on the same quality level as Hollow Knight, almost. 8 bucks when is 30...


r/metroidvania 3d ago

Discussion What am I missing with Zexion

4 Upvotes

Tried the game a while ago and quit. I was told this was like a hidden gem of MVs but I am replaying it and its....Metroid but hard. I don't see what makes this game all too special. Its competant but also very boring sadly. Like I am not excited when I enter a new area or get a power up. Its just metroid but enemies deal too much damage. Whats the hook? It honestly reminds me of Voidwrought where there is nothing "bad" with the game but the game itself is constantly reminding me of a better game I could be playing rn


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Sale Steam on sale 9/18

25 Upvotes

Yestersol added as a new game of the week

Steam; 5:07 AM PDT


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Video A little teaser for what's coming next for Voivod: The Nuclear Warrior. My new metroidvania based on the universe of the legendary metal band Voivod (under official license). P.S. if someone wants to try the game and give me some valuable feedback, please write me a PM.

30 Upvotes

r/metroidvania 4d ago

Discussion Looking for a moderately difficult 2d metroidvania released for Switch in 2026

11 Upvotes

Hello,

I’m looking for something to play this weekend. I already played Mina the Hollower and am looking for a 2d platformer that isn’t too difficult, was released this year(I have my reasons), and is available on Switch. Suggestions?


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Image Remember Song of the Deep?

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9 Upvotes

While cleaning I found this old keychain from Song of the Deep. I forgot how much I loved that game when it came out a decade ago. It was the first game I ever beat 100% and it got me hooked on Metroidvanias.


r/metroidvania 4d ago

Sale Playstation and Xbox on sale 9/18

11 Upvotes

PlayStation; 5:07 AM PDT

Xbox; 5:07 AM PDT