Best Metroidvania Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,894 Metroidvania games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Metroidvania game rankings were last updated on 12/7/2025.
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1. Hollow Knight
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
Hollow Knight holds the #1 spot for "best Metroidvania game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 505,342 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 489,843 positive reviews and 15,499 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 2/24/2017 |
| Developer | Team Cherry |
| Publisher | Team Cherry |
| Steam App Id | 367520 |
2. Dead Cells
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Dead Cells has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 174,892 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 169,745 positive reviews and 5,147 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $12.49 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $12.49 |
| Release Date | 8/6/2018 |
| Franchise | Motion Twin |
| Developer | Motion Twin |
| Publisher | Motion Twin |
| Steam App Id | 588650 |
3. SANABI
SANABI is an exhilarating stylish dystopian action-platformer. Play as a legendary retired veteran and use your signature prosthetic arm to jump over cliffs and skyscrapers, zip through bullets and traps and defeat powerful enemies.
SANABI has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,311 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,247 positive reviews and 1,064 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SANABI on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 11/8/2023 |
| Franchise | NEOWIZ |
| Developer | WONDER POTION |
| Publisher | NEOWIZ |
| Steam App Id | 1562700 |
4. Öoo
A Bomb Caterpillar's Big Adventure! "Öoo" is a charming yet mysterious exploration puzzle platformer where you discover creative ways to use bombs!
Öoo has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,802 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,783 positive reviews and 19 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/7/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | NamaTakahashi |
| Steam App Id | 2721890 |
5. A Castle Full of Cats
A Castle Full of Cats is a catvania hidden object game where you need to find all the cursed cats in the castle. Save each and every cat and unleash the power of love! ♡
A Castle Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,223 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,193 positive reviews and 30 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.79 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play A Castle Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.
Ori and the Will of the Wisps has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 141,029 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 136,150 positive reviews and 4,879 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ori and the Will of the Wisps on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 3/10/2020 |
| Franchise | Moon Studios |
| Developer | Moon Studios GmbH |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1057090 |
7. Batman: Arkham Asylum Game of the Year Edition
Experience what it’s like to be Batman and face off against Gotham's greatest villians. Explore every inch of Arkham Asylum and roam freely on the infamous island.
Batman: Arkham Asylum Game of the Year Edition has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,512 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 76,598 positive reviews and 2,914 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Batman: Arkham Asylum Game of the Year Edition on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 3/26/2010 |
| Developer | Rocksteady Studios |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 35140 |
8. Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition
Get Batman: Arkham City and all DLC for one low price with the release of the GOTY Edition!
Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 72,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,927 positive reviews and 2,797 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 9/7/2012 |
| Developer | Rocksteady Studios |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 200260 |
9. Minishoot' Adventures
Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!
Minishoot' Adventures has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,795 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,648 positive reviews and 147 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 4/2/2024 |
| Franchise | IndieArk |
| Developer | SoulGame Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1634860 |
10. Pseudoregalia
Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.
Pseudoregalia has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Metroidvania games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,751 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,243 positive reviews and 508 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Pseudoregalia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9,641 | 2/24/2017 | 96 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2,906 | 8/6/2018 | 96 | $12.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,192 | 11/8/2023 | 95 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 35 | 8/7/2025 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 11/9/2022 | 95 | $2.79 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,377 | 3/10/2020 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 363 | 3/26/2010 | 95 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 709 | 9/7/2012 | 95 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 15 | 4/2/2024 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 7/28/2023 | 94 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 1/27/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 6/10/2021 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 134 | 5/9/2024 | 94 | $17.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 4/27/2016 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 23,495 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 9/7/2010 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 307 | 10/13/2022 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 38 | 6/26/2014 | 93 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 136 | 1/22/2025 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 8/13/2025 | 93 | $10.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 7). Dead Cells on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). SANABI on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Öoo on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 7). A Castle Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 2). Ori and the Will of the Wisps on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 5). Batman: Arkham Asylum Game of the Year Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 5). Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 28). Minishoot' Adventures on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 1). Pseudoregalia on Steam. Steam Store.