20 Games like Metroid

Ah, Metroid, the game that never gets old! This classic Nintendo game has been capturing the hearts of gamers since the 80s, and it's not hard to see why. In Metroid, players take on the role of Samus Aran, a badass bounty hunter battling her way through an alien-infested planet in search of power-ups and upgrades. With its iconic music, sprawling level design, and satisfying gameplay, it's no wonder why Metroid has remained a beloved favorite for decades. And hey, speaking of amazing games like Metroid, you're in the right place! Here on this website, you'll find a treasure trove of exciting games just waiting for you to dive into. So go ahead, grab a controller, and join the adventure - just be careful not to get too sucked in!
Games like Metroid are shown below. The sorting is based on similarity which is highlighted on the left side.

Rating: 6.3/10

Platforms: Wii, Wii U, Switch

Release: 1986

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Games like Metroid general

In this list you find games that are similar to Metroid without any filter. The sorting is based on similarity which you see on the left side.

#1 Super Metroid

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Console, Wii U, Switch, Wii
  • Release: 1994
  • Rating: 8.2/10

#2 Metroid Fusion

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii U, Switch
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: 8.2/10

#3 Shadow Complex

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, Console, PC, PS4, Mac, Xbox One
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8.2/10

#4 Metroid II: Return of Samus

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch
  • Release: 1991
  • Rating: 7/10

#5 Metroid Dread

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch
  • Release: 2021
  • Rating: 8/10

#6 Xeodrifter

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: 3DS, PC, PS4, Switch, PS Vita, Wii U
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: 7/10

#7 Metroid: Samus Returns

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: 3DS
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 8.4/10

#8 Ghost 1.0

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Switch, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 7/10

#9 Inescapable

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: 3.7/10

#10 Metroid: Zero Mission

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii U
  • Release: 2004
  • Rating: 8.2/10

#11 Ghost Song

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, Switch, XSX, PS5, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 7/10

#12 Gato Roboto

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch, PC, Xbox One
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 7/10

#13 Cave Story

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: 3DS, PC, Wii, DS, Switch, Mac
  • Release: 2005
  • Rating: 8/10

#14 Mega Man Zero 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii U
  • Release: 2003
  • Rating: 7.8/10

#15 Bionic Commando Rearmed 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, PS3
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 5.7/10

#16 Axiom Verge 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch, PC, PS5, PS4
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 7.7/10

#17 Axiom Verge

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Mac, Switch, PS Vita, Wii U, Xbox One
  • Release: 2015
  • Rating: 8/10

#18 Mega Man Zero

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii U
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: 7.6/10

#19 Aliens: Infestation

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: DS
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 7.4/10

#20 The Mummy Demastered

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PS4, Switch, Mac
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 7.4/10

5 Games like Metroid for iPhone / iPad

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Games like Gunstar Heroes
65% similar

Gunstar Heroes

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Console, iPhone / iPad, PS3, 3DS, Mac, Android, Wii, Switch
  • Release: 1993
  • Rating: 8/10

Games like Dandara
64% similar

Dandara

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch, Mac, PC, PS4, iPhone / iPad, Android, Xbox One
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Out of This World
63% similar

Out of This World

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, iPhone / iPad, Android, Mac, Wii U, Xbox One, PS4, Switch
  • Release: 1991
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Capsized
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Capsized

  • License: Commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Mac, iPhone / iPad
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 7.4/10

Games like Kid Chameleon
63% similar

Kid Chameleon

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, iPhone / iPad, Mac, Android, Switch, Wii
  • Release: 1992
  • Rating: 7/10

5 Games like Metroid for Android

If you are searching for a game like Metroid for your Android device like tablet or smartphone, this list may be interesting for you.

Games like Gunstar Heroes
65% similar

Gunstar Heroes

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Console, iPhone / iPad, PS3, 3DS, Mac, Android, Wii, Switch
  • Release: 1993
  • Rating: 8/10

Games like Dandara
64% similar

Dandara

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch, Mac, PC, PS4, iPhone / iPad, Android, Xbox One
  • Release: 2018
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Out of This World
63% similar

Out of This World

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, iPhone / iPad, Android, Mac, Wii U, Xbox One, PS4, Switch
  • Release: 1991
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Kid Chameleon
63% similar

Kid Chameleon

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, iPhone / iPad, Mac, Android, Switch, Wii
  • Release: 1992
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition
62% similar

Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, Android, PC, Wii U, Xbox One, PS3, PS4, Switch
  • Release: 2011
  • Rating: 7/10

5 Games like Metroid for Xbox

Here you find a list of games like Metroid that are playable on your Xbox or Xbox One.

Games like Shadow Complex
82% similar

Shadow Complex

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, Console, PC, PS4, Mac, Xbox One
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8.2/10

Games like Ghost 1.0
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Ghost 1.0

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Switch, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Ghost Song
71% similar

Ghost Song

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, Switch, XSX, PS5, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Gato Roboto
71% similar

Gato Roboto

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch, PC, Xbox One
  • Release: 2019
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Axiom Verge
69% similar

Axiom Verge

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Mac, Switch, PS Vita, Wii U, Xbox One
  • Release: 2015
  • Rating: 8/10

5 Games like Metroid for PlayStation

Here you find a list of games like Metroid that are playable on your Playstation 3,4 or 5.

Games like Shadow Complex
82% similar

Shadow Complex

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, Console, PC, PS4, Mac, Xbox One
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8.2/10

Games like Xeodrifter
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Xeodrifter

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: 3DS, PC, PS4, Switch, PS Vita, Wii U
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Ghost 1.0
74% similar

Ghost 1.0

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Switch, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2016
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Ghost Song
71% similar

Ghost Song

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, Switch, XSX, PS5, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Axiom Verge 2
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Axiom Verge 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch, PC, PS5, PS4
  • Release: 2022
  • Rating: 7.7/10

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