Games like YOHANE THE PARHELION -BLAZE in the DEEPBLUE-

This is a 2D metroidvania action game where players explore a randomly changing dungeon, craft items, and rescue friends. It features Yohane from Love Live! Sunshine in a fantasy setting.

93% positive from 1,042 · 2023 · 51% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · $29.99 $11.99 -60% · Lowest ever $11.99 (2026-03-02)

ActionAdventureAnime Metroidvania Female Protagonist2D

Six games like YOHANE THE PARHELION -BLAZE in the DEEPBLUE-

Heroine Anthem Zero 2 : Scalescars Oath

82% positive from 801 reviews202226% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 2D/3D side-scrolling ARPG with real-time combat and skill progression. It features a story-driven experience with a melancholic, hopeful tone.

The catchLong cutscenes and walls of dialogue leave very little actual gameplay between them.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and 2D.

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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 2D.

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Shantae and the Seven Sirens

90% positive from 2,011 reviews202044% finish itDeck Verified

Action-adventure platformer with creature-form switching and exploration. Features belly dancing for mechanics and a vibrant, tropical feel.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a return to form, comparing it favorably to "Pirates Curse" and the best games in the Shantae series.

The catchSluggish movement makes the constant backtracking across the map a tedious slog.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and 2D.

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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 Anime.

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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 Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and Anime.

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Nyaruru Fishy Fight

90% positive from 1,780 reviews202315% finish itDeck Verified

Nyaruru Fishy Fight is a Metroidvania with fast-paced combat and exploration. Players use a variety of fish-themed attacks and movement abilities to defeat enemies and bosses.

What players likedPlayers praise its incredible character movement and exciting battles with cute cats, despite being made in a broken engine.

The catchBoss fights lean on gimmicks and sudden difficulty spikes

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Female Protagonist and Anime.

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More about YOHANE THE PARHELION -BLAZE in the DEEPBLUE-

What players liked

It's a simple, fun Metroidvania with praised Love Live characters and an enjoyable crafting system.

The catch

Combat and movement feel slow and stiff, with attacks that lock you in place.

Reviews: 93% positive from 1,042
Released: 2023
Finish it: 51% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $29.99 $11.99 -60% · Lowest ever $11.99 (2026-03-02)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 93% positive, but with 1,042 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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