What is the best game similar to Castaway?

The closest game to Castaway is qomp, scoring 77/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Castaway?

The three closest games to Castaway are: 1. qomp (77/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Iconoclasts (75/100, 9 shared attributes) 3. Carrion (75/100, 9 shared attributes). All share Castaway's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 37 candidates across 14 dimensions.

Is Iconoclasts similar to Castaway?

Yes, very much so — Iconoclasts scores 75/100 similarity to Castaway. They share 9 attributes, including adventure storytelling and Metroidvania exploration. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What Adventure games are similar to Castaway?

The best Adventure games similar to Castaway are qomp, Iconoclasts, Carrion and Owlboy. All share the Adventure genre alongside other key Castaway attributes like adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design.

How is similarity to Castaway calculated?

We compare Castaway against every game in our catalog using 14 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Castaway experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

Looking for games like Castaway? We analyzed its gameplay DNA — adventure storytelling, linear, story-driven structure and melee combat — against over 6,700 titles. These 37 alternatives are ranked by real similarity, not marketing tags. qomp leads with 77/100, followed by the rest of the list.

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GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

Top games similar to Castaway

37 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Castaway. Each one has been evaluated across 14 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1qompClosest overall match

iRank96

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeLinearExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 96%· 531

Year 2021Dev Stuffed Wombat · AtariPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Linux

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

You have been trapped between paddles for decades. Now it is time to take matters into your own hands and try to escape this endless torment. In qomp you use only a single button to defeat bosses, solve puzzles and overcome platforming challenges. At the end of your journey lies freedom. Or does it?

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GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 86%· 4.9KIGDB85· 8OC84· 57

Year 2018Dev Joakim Sandberg · Bifrost EntertainmentOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, strong narrative focus and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping survival mechanics

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Steam GOG PS

#3Carrion

iRank85

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 95%· 31KIGDB75· 9OC76· 118

Year 2020Dev Phobia Game Studio · Devolver DigitalOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Both are Metroidvanias — sharing adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, horror tension and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: setting.

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Steam GOG Epic

#4Owlboy

iRank84

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 84%· 6.1KRAWG👍 74%· 307MC88IGDB89· 13OC88· 98

Year 2016Dev D-Pad StudioPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, strong narrative focus and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping survival mechanics

Owlboy is a pixel-art platformer game about an owl-humanoid boy called Otus. When his homeland was attacked by pirates, Otus starts an adventure to protect his home and reveal the secrets of his race. He makes new friends on the way. Each of them has special powers, useful during fights.

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: setting.

It predates Castaway by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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SoloMeleeSci-FiExploration2D

Steam👍 95%· 8.9KRAWG👍 86%· 433MC88IGDB89· 11OC88· 84

Year 2017Dev Image & FormPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, vibe casual and historical setting, while skipping survival mechanics

In SteamWorld Dig 2, you step into the boots of Dorothy, a steambot once robbed of her dear friend – now driven by the hunger for answers. Buckle up, grab your gear, and get ready to dig into the highly anticipated sequel to the original SteamWorld Dig!

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: visuals and setting.

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GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExploration2D

Steam👍 94%· 11KIGDB81· 8OC82· 45

Year 2013Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, vibe casual and historical setting, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: visuals and setting.

It predates Castaway by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExploration2D

Steam👍 84%· 2.5KIGDB79· 6OC79· 45

Year 2013Dev Rain Games · CIRCLE EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: visuals.

It predates Castaway by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Progression100Setting52Visuals30

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExploration2D

Steam👍 88%· 3.7KIGDB78· 2OC74· 38

Year 2014Dev Over The MoonOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Its own twist: shooter, precision platforming and horror tension, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: visuals and setting.

It predates Castaway by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExploration2D

Steam👍 89%· 1.2KRAWG👍 55%· 66MC79

Year 2012Dev Tiger Style · Tiger Style GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

###Best for mobile The game is an adventure-platformer, where the player takes control over the main character, traveling through the Martian caves. You will have to manage the thrust of the jetpack that the protagonist has. The game was released on the PC in 2012. Before this, it was repeatedly recognized as the best game for mobile devices. ###Key features The game is set in the future.

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: visuals.

It predates Castaway by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam GOG

#10BerryClosest on visuals

iRank99

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeExploration2DPixel ArtTop-Down

Steam👍 99%· 145

Year 2021Dev Leuns · DegicaPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Web

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, cozy, relaxing feel and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

RPG Maker MZ Game Jam "Touch the Star"Berry won first place in the official RPG Maker MZ Game Jam "Touch the Star." About the GameBerry is a short orthogonal 3D platformer centered on delivering light bullet-hell challenges and precise projectile manipulation using its unique web-orbiting systems.

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Steam itch.io

#11VVVVVV

iRank85

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 96%· 10KRAWG👍 76%· 512MC81IGDB80· 4

Year 2010Dev NicalisPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, punishing difficulty and fantasy world, while skipping survival mechanics

VVVVVV is a 2D platformer designed in retro style. You play as Captain Viridian, the fearless leader of the team of conquerors of the dimension. And unexpectedly you crash and lose touch with each other. You will have to explore the world in which you are trapped and find your partners. You have the opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of old-school accompanied by a great soundtrack.

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: setting.

It predates Castaway by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExploration2D

IGDB85· 4

Year 2009Dev ChAIR Entertainment Group · Microsoft Game StudiosOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, precision platforming and combat tactical, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: visuals.

It predates Castaway by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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Epic Xbox

#13The Swapper

iRank84

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloSci-FiExploration2DNarrative

Steam👍 94%· 7.5KRAWG👍 63%· 528MC87IGDB88· 10OC85· 33

Year 2013Dev Curve DigitalPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, horror tension and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

The Swapper is a classical platform game with several elements of Metroidvania focused on solving puzzles. The game follows a female astronaut stranded on the abandoned space research station in a science-fictional universe.

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: visuals and setting.

It predates Castaway by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam GOG Xbox

#14Gateways

iRank81

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloSci-FiExploration2D

Steam👍 90%· 250MC72IGDB70· 1

Year 2012Dev Smudged Cat GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, while skipping survival mechanics

Steam Workshop About the GameFrom the creative mind behind The Adventures of Shuggy comes an exciting new retro-styled 2D platformer, a winner of Dream Build Play 2012 and a top 50 game of 2012 according to Game Informer.

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: visuals.

It predates Castaway by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam GOG

#15Axiom Verge

iRank87

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeSci-FiExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 90%· 6.5KIGDB84· 15OC85· 90

Year 2015Dev Thomas Happ GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, strong narrative focus and setting cyberpunk, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Castaway: setting.

It predates Castaway by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam Epic Xbox

Complete list of Castaway alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Castaway, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.

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Metroid Fusion

Adventure · Metroidvania

The Messenger

Adventure · Metroidvania

Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit

Adventure · Metroidvania

Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver

Adventure · Metroidvania

Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

Adventure · Metroidvania

A Castle Full of Cats

Adventure · Metroidvania

1000 Amps

Adventure · Metroidvania

The Gunk

Adventure · Metroidvania

Metroid: Samus Returns

Adventure · Metroidvania

Hollow Knight: Silksong

Adventure · Metroidvania

Metroid Dread

Adventure · Metroidvania

Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap

Adventure · Metroidvania

Saira

Adventure · Metroidvania

Raider Kid and the Ruby Chest

Adventure · Metroidvania

Bad Bots

Adventure · Metroidvania

Aquaria

Adventure · Metroidvania

Outland

Adventure · Metroidvania

AM2R: Return of Samus

Adventure · Metroidvania

Wario Land 3

Adventure · Metroidvania

Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance

Adventure · Metroidvania

Castlevania II: Simon's Quest

Adventure · Metroidvania

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Castaway?: The closest game to Castaway is qomp, scoring 77/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Castaway?: The three closest games to Castaway are: 1. qomp (77/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Iconoclasts (75/100, 9 shared attributes) 3. Carrion (75/100, 9 shared attributes). All share Castaway's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 37 candidates across 14 dimensions.
Is Iconoclasts similar to Castaway?: Yes, very much so — Iconoclasts scores 75/100 similarity to Castaway. They share 9 attributes, including adventure storytelling and Metroidvania exploration. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What Adventure games are similar to Castaway?: The best Adventure games similar to Castaway are qomp, Iconoclasts, Carrion and Owlboy. All share the Adventure genre alongside other key Castaway attributes like adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and puzzle design.
How is similarity to Castaway calculated?: We compare Castaway against every game in our catalog using 14 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Castaway experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.