Games like Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus

This is a 2.5D action-platformer with Metroidvania elements. Players use a shapeshifting staff with a move-and-reset mechanic in a hand-drawn, folklore-inspired world.

84% positive from 1,649 · 2024 · 13% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $8.49 (2026-06-19)

Metroidvania Side ScrollerPrecision PlatformerExploration2D PlatformerPlatformer

Six games like Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown

84% positive from 6,522 reviews202421% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 2D action-adventure platformer with time manipulation combat and exploration. It features a Persian-inspired fantasy world with puzzles and combat.

What players likedPlayers praise this Metroidvania for its excellent platforming, tight controls, and creative powers, comparing it favorably to Ori, Hollow Knight, and Guacamelee.

The catchForced Ubisoft Connect launcher blocks launching and breaks Steam Cloud saves.

Both are tagged Precision Platformer, Side Scroller and 2D Platformer.

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Timespinner

86% positive from 3,131 reviews201848% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 2D action-adventure platformer with time manipulation mechanics. It features pixel art, magic orbs, and familiar companions in a story-driven quest.

What players likedPlayers praise Timespinner as a charming, responsive Metroidvania, often compared to Symphony of the Night and DS Castlevanias, with good world-building and a coherent story.

The catchThe story is dialogue heavy and the writing is juvenile enough to skip outright.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, 2D Platformer and Metroidvania.

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BLADECHIMERA

89% positive from 1,403 reviews202523% finish itDeck Verified

Action metroidvania with a demon companion sword that manipulates time and objects. Explore a dangerous world, fight demons, and unlock skills.

What players likedPlayers praise BLADECHIMERA as a polished, modern Metroidvania with tight controls, engaging combat, and beautiful pixel art, reminiscent of Castlevania.

The catchLevel design leans on long straight hallways lined with the same repeated enemies.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, 2D Platformer and Metroidvania.

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Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune

83% positive from 2,065 reviews202414% finish itDeck Playable

A Metroidvania action-adventure game with smooth combat and exploration. Players fight monsters, solve mysteries, and develop their character.

What players likedPlayers praise this fun anime-humor Metroidvania RPG for its engaging character builds, combos, and magic, which can make players fall in love with the genre.

The catchMovement and combos feel janky, with inputs that often fail to register cleanly.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, 2D Platformer and Metroidvania.

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Blue Fire

81% positive from 3,066 reviews202116% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 3D metroidvania platformer focused on fast-paced combat and precision movement. Players explore a fallen kingdom, overcome platforming challenges, and upgrade their abilities.

What players likedPlayers praise Blue Fire as a fun and challenging 3D platformer, often compared to a Soulslike with enjoyable movement.

The catchThe combat is shallow and unsatisfying, mostly mashing attack on trivial enemies.

Both are tagged Precision Platformer, Metroidvania and Exploration.

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VVVVVV

96% positive from 4,540 reviews2010Deck Verified

VVVVVV is a challenging retro platformer where players reverse gravity instead of jumping to navigate minimalist levels. It offers fast-paced exploration with frequent checkpoints and a chiptune soundtrack.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique gravity-flipping platforming, tight controls, and challenging precision, comparing it to other games that have adopted similar mechanics.

The catchControls are slippery and floaty, which fights the precision the levels demand.

Both are tagged Precision Platformer, 2D Platformer and Platformer.

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More about Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus

What players liked

Players praise its gorgeous art, fluid aerial movement, and accessible platforming, often comparing it favorably to Hollow Knight and Ori.

The catch

The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, with the grapple hooking the wrong points.

Reviews: 84% positive from 1,649
Released: 2024
Finish it: 13% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $8.49 (2026-06-19)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 84% positive, but with 1,649 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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