In this title, players assume the role of a shinobi who fights to protect his master, the Divine Heir (who is a child). Some players have complained that the game is too difficult, but that's often what you'd expect in a souls-like game. If you're not into hard games, don't try Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice because you probably won't like

Bloodstained is the most recent Metroidvania on this list as of 2019. It falls more in line with the "vania" part of the equation as it is truly emulating Castlevania from the look, best RPG game Discounts elements, castle, and so on. It’s not as ominous as Hollow Knight and it falls on the easier side if one grinds enough. That said it does have a fun gameplay loop filled with lots of secrets to uncover while exploring the castle’s dep

I think pretty much everyone can agree that Ori and the Blind Forest is just as beautiful and challenging as Hollow Knight – and some would say that it is even more challenging, mostly because trying to survive its platforming hell sequences while tears are coming out of your eyes is a genuinely elite-level t

Salt and Sanctuary is available on PlayStation 4, PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation Vita, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One. With multiplayer and an exciting single-player adventure, Salt and Sanctuary is a must-play for fans of Souls-li

The degree of similarity to Dark Souls will encourage a lot of players to give Lords of the Fallen a shot. The difficulty level of this game is high, and it's worth noting that Bandai Namco, the same company who published Dark Souls, also brought us Lords of the Fallen. Die-hard fans of the Souls-like genre will enjoy this g

In addition to using several charms, players are advised to plan their travel routes in advance. Since using the tram stations will immediately fail the quest, this means players will mostly have to travel on foot. So it is advised to travel through areas where there are weak enemies or places the player finds easy to trave

The number of bugs in this ghost town slowly grows, with residents and shopkeepers returning after you meet them elsewhere. The Grimm Troupe will set up their tents here as well. To top it all off, Dirtmouth’s music theme is somber and sets the tone for the rest of Hallown

And we all know that creating a follow-up to a beloved "instant classic" is one of the hardest feats in game development. Still, Will of the Wisps went there and simply delivered, which is why it is rated higher than Blind Forest (and even higher than Hollow Knight, we must not forg

Naturally, that also translated wonderfully into the gaming critic reception as the game holds an impressive 89 average score on OpenCritic , ranking as one of the highest-rated Metroidvania games e

But yeah, the original Metroid Prime is a masterpiece at adapting the genre’s exploration, backtracking, and ability-gated progression into a first-person 3D space world. The result is a very immersive, atmospheric experience where every corridor hides a secret, and every upgrade genuinely changes how you approach the environm

This lower-budget Souls-like game might surprise most people because of its similarities to Dark Souls . Lords of the Fallen is a role-playing action game that is one of the lesser-known Souls-like ga

Regardless of which came first, Monster Hunter: World is a phenomenal game in the Monster Hunter series and is a worthwhile journey through the New World. The story is more engaging as you progress and enemies such as the Elder Dragons keep the game interesting. It's a more controversial pick as a Souls-like, but the comparison is there to be dr

As it’s very sparsely populated, there isn't much to see here. The main draw of the Howling Cliffs is that they're outside and feel like freedom compared to the confines of Hallownest's inner regions. Also, the Stag Nest can be found here, which is a touching monument to one of the nicest friends the Knight will make in their trav

This may have the least to do with Hollow Knight , but it's somewhat relevant. The reason it made it on the list is because it has excellent animations for a sprite-based game. It’s a shooter in the vein of a 2D Borderlands mixed with Monster Hunt

Obtained from the Grey Mourner in the Resting Grounds, this quest is arguably one of the more frustrating side quests available in Hollow Knight . Several players have failed this quests several times over, being forced to restart the quest over and over again just for a chance to gain that special achievement. Thankfully, there are a few tips and tricks that will make the process a lot eas

Dead Cells had a wide release on PC, Mac, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. A mobile version is also planned, which will release in late 2019. Dead Cells is classified as a roguelike Metroidvania game, one that's infused with Souls-like elements

Cuphead may not be a Metroidvania like the three above, but fans of Hollow Knight can appreciate it for the high difficulty and similar art style. That is to say, it is like playing an old cartoon mixed with a shooter akin to Contra . The music is also superb plus there is co-op as well. For those curious, it started off as an Xbox One exclusive but it’s now on Switch as w