Top 6 Best Best Metroidvania Games You Should Play in 2025
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Best Metroidvania Games
Interconnected world-exploration games.
We analyzed 100 games to bring you the definitive list. Each game is evaluated based on gameplay quality, value for money, and player experience.
1. Dead Cells — 7.2/10
Genre: Roguelike Metroidvania Price: $19.99 Playtime: 30h (main story)
A strong roguelike metroidvania pick. Incredibly tight combat outweighs grindy early. 7.2/10.
Pros: Satisfying Combat, Varied Encounters, Engaging Gameplay
2. Hollow Knight: Silksong — 6.2/10
Genre: Metroidvania Price: $19.99 Playtime: 30h (main story)
A strong metroidvania pick. Beautiful art outweighs high expectations. 6.2/10.
Pros: Visually Stunning, Satisfying Combat, Expansive World
3. Hollow Knight — 6.7/10
Genre: Metroidvania Price: $19.99 Playtime: 27h (main story)
Recommended: Hollow Knight excels at vast interconnected world despite can get lost. Score: 6.7/10.
Pros: Excellent Audio, Satisfying Combat, Outstanding Value
4. Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order — 6.3/10
Genre: Action Adventure Price: $19.99 Playtime: 17h (main story)
If you only have 30 seconds: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order earns 6.3/10 — well worth your time in ...
Pros: Satisfying Combat, Visually Stunning, Compelling Story
5. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor — 6.3/10
Genre: Action Adventure Price: $29.99 Playtime: 18h (main story)
A strong action-adventure pick. Great lightsaber combat outweighs pc performance issues. 6.3/10.
Pros: Satisfying Combat, Visually Stunning, Engaging Gameplay
6. Animal Well — 6.3/10
Genre: Metroidvania Puzzle Price: $29.99 Playtime: 6h (main story)
Recommended: Animal Well excels at deeply layered secrets despite very short. Score: 6.3/10.
Pros: Visually Stunning, Engaging Gameplay, Polished Design