Games like Ghost 1.0

This is a metroidvania game where players control a ghost that can possess enemies and use their abilities. It features unlimited ammo weapons and passive upgrades for a powerful feel.

91% positive from 2,110 · 2016 · 26% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $2.59 (2024-07-23)

MetroidvaniaIndieActionRoguevaniaFemale ProtagonistAdventure

Six games like Ghost 1.0

Tower Hunter: Erza's Trial

71% positive from 1,961 reviews20192% finish itDeck Playable

Roguelite action-platformer with Soulslike combat and a time-looping progression system. Players ascend a randomized tower, mastering weapon combos and passive skills.

What players likedPlayers praise its fun roguelite waifu fighter combat, reminiscent of a fighting game, offering decent upgrade options for a low price.

The catchIt leans on repetitive grinding, and bugs or deaths routinely wipe hours of progress.

Both are tagged Roguevania, Metroidvania and Female Protagonist.

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Iconoclasts

86% positive from 4,970 reviews201835% finish itDeck Verified

A narrative-driven 2D action-adventure platformer where you play as a mechanic solving puzzles and fighting bosses. It features a story about fixing the world with a focus on action and emotional depth.

What players likedPlayers praise Iconoclasts for its stunning visuals, compelling story with well-developed characters, satisfying puzzle/platforming mechanics, and excellent boss designs.

The catchUnintuitive default controls and awkward keybindings

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and Action.

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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 Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and Action.

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Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

93% positive from 3,055 reviews2015Deck Verified

Action-platformer where Shantae uses pirate gear to explore islands, fight monsters, and solve puzzles. It features a humorous tone and Metroidvania-style progression.

What players likedPlayers praise its Metroidvania platforming, comparing it to Mario, for its fantastic game feel, level design, and engaging pirate gear mechanics.

The catchConstant backtracking through the same areas, with navigation that often leaves you lost.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and Action.

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Rabi-Ribi

95% positive from 2,666 reviews2016Deck Verified

A 2D exploration platformer with non-linear gameplay, featuring close-quarters combat by Erina and ranged support from Ribbon, with customizable upgrades. It offers a retro feel with adjustable difficulty.

What players likedPlayers praise Rabi-Ribi as an underrated Metroidvania with rewarding exploration, powerful items, and enjoyable, visually impressive bullet-hell boss battles.

The catchBoss fights drag on for ages as spongy enemies soak up feeble damage.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and Action.

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Minoria

81% positive from 2,615 reviews201929% finish itDeck Verified

Minoria is a 2D action-adventure game featuring challenging combat with parries and spells, set in a dark fantasy world. Its core loop involves mastering defensive maneuvers and offensive combos to overcome enemies.

What players likedPlayers praise Minoria as a lore-rich Metroidvania that expands on the worldbuilding of the Momodora series.

The catchCombat is shallow, mostly attack-mashing

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and Action.

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More about Ghost 1.0

The catch

Every death wipes the currency you collected, with only a small fraction recoverable.

Reviews: 91% positive from 2,110
Released: 2016
Finish it: 26% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $2.59 (2024-07-23)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 91% positive, but with 2,110 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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