Games like Odallus: The Dark Call

Odallus is a 2D action-exploration game with sharp controls and 8-bit graphics. Players explore levels, fight enemies and bosses, and rescue a son from darkness.

88% positive from 1,358 · 2015 · 9% finish it · Steam Deck Unsupported · Lowest ever $0.99 (2020-11-27)

MetroidvaniaActionIndieRetro Pixel Graphics Platformer

Six games like Odallus: The Dark Call

Cyber Shadow

84% positive from 1,529 reviews202129% finish itDeck Verified

Cyber Shadow is a retro-style ninja action platformer. Players dash, slice, and leap through Mekacity, unlocking Ninjutsu skills to defeat Dr. Progen's synthetic army.

What players likedPlayers praise Cyber Shadow's tight gameplay, challenging retro platforming, and memorable chiptune music, often comparing it to Ninja Gaiden and Mega Man.

The catchKnockback flings you into instant death spikes and pits, with checkpoints far apart.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and Pixel Graphics.

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Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon

94% positive from 4,488 reviews20189% finish itDeck Playable

Retro action-platformer where you switch characters with unique abilities to explore and fight demons. Your choices impact difficulty and the ending.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a fun, charming homage to 8-bit Castlevania, especially Castlevania 3, with great art and music.

The catchMovement, shooting and platforming feel stiff and clunky like an NES game.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and Pixel Graphics.

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Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2

85% positive from 1,612 reviews202016% finish itDeck Verified

Retro 2D action platformer with multiple playable characters and local co-op. Players battle demons with varied abilities in a dark, 8-bit style.

What players likedPlayers praise this Castlevania-like sequel for its charming art, music, challenging bosses, and diverse characters.

The catchDifficulty leans on cheap deaths and bottomless pits rather than fair challenge.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and Pixel Graphics.

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Blaster Master Zero

93% positive from 1,085 reviews201936% finish itDeck Verified

8-bit action-adventure with tank and on-foot exploration. Fight mutants in side-view and top-down modes, gaining upgrades to progress.

What players likedPlayers praise its satisfying mix of tank exploration and on-foot shooting, improving upon the original with a memorable experience.

The catchUpgrades quickly make it too easy, leaving bosses and enemies as button mashing.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and Pixel Graphics.

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Castlevania Advance Collection

91% positive from 2,456 reviews202115% finish itDeck Playable

This is a compilation of action-exploration Castlevania games featuring spell fusion and attribute card systems, offering a classic gothic horror feel. It includes modern features like rewind and save states for enhanced gameplay.

What players likedPlayers praise this collection as an excellent way to experience classic Metroidvania Castlevania games, especially "Aria of Sorrow."

The catchThe PC port is barebones, with no key rebinding and missing display and sound options.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and Action.

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HAAK

90% positive from 3,424 reviews202234% finish itDeck Verified

A pixel art Metroidvania action-platformer with a hook mechanic in a retro-futuristic wasteland. Explore, fight mutants, and solve puzzles with multiple endings.

What players likedPlayers praise HAAK as a polished Metroidvania with fluid gameplay, a well-crafted map, and an engaging post-apocalyptic story.

The catchEndless dull dialogue interrupts the platforming, and the writing is not worth reading.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Pixel Graphics and Platformer.

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More about Odallus: The Dark Call

What players liked

Players praise its "classic-vania" and Metroidvania elements, with fun movement progression and a dark atmosphere.

The catch

Movement is sluggish and unresponsive, and oversized hitboxes cause cheap hits.

Reviews: 88% positive from 1,358
Released: 2015
Finish it: 9% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Unsupported
Price: Lowest ever $0.99 (2020-11-27)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 88% positive, but with 1,358 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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