What is the best game similar to Jubilee?

The closest game to Jubilee is The Messenger, scoring 87/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Jubilee?

The three closest games to Jubilee are: 1. The Messenger (87/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Ato (85/100, 9 shared attributes) 3. qomp (85/100, 9 shared attributes). All share Jubilee's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 43 candidates across 9 dimensions.

Is Ato similar to Jubilee?

Yes, very much so — Ato scores 85/100 similarity to Jubilee. 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 Jubilee?

The best Adventure games similar to Jubilee are The Messenger, Ato, qomp and Rogue Legacy 2. All share the Adventure genre alongside other key Jubilee attributes like adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming.

How is similarity to Jubilee calculated?

We compare Jubilee against every game in our catalog using 9 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 Jubilee 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.

Few titles capture what makes Jubilee unique: adventure storytelling, punishing difficulty and melee combat. After measuring 9 attributes across over 6,700 games, these are the 43 most faithful alternatives. The Messenger, Ato and qomp top the ranking, with The Messenger at number one (87/100).

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GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

Top games similar to Jubilee

43 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Jubilee. Each one has been evaluated across 9 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.

#1The MessengerClosest overall match

iRank88

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SoloMeleeHardcoreExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 93%· 13KRAWG👍 87%· 334MC84IGDB87· 8OC86· 81

Year 2018Dev Sabotage · Devolver DigitalPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Nearly identical: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming.

The game moves between 8-bit and 16-bit art styles, allowing the player to move between the two by going forward or backwards in time. As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival.

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Steam Epic Xbox

#2Ato

iRank97

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 97%· 466

Year 2019Dev WolfWoot · Tiny Warrior GamesPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are Metroidvanias — sharing adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings fighting mechanics, puzzle design and strong narrative focus

Ato is an Atmospheric Sword Dueling Game set in the Era of Feudal Japan. It tells a visually driven story about a father who has given up his past ways in order to live a life of peace with his wife and child. However this peace is soon disturbed as his child is taken from him...

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#3qomp

iRank96

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 96%· 531

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

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere

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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SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2D

Steam👍 91%· 15KIGDB91· 6OC89· 71

Year 2022Dev Cellar Door GamesOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and procedural generation, while skipping visual pixel

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SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 80%· 2.6KRAWG👍 64%· 70MC80OC80· 11

Year 2012Dev NIGORO · AGM PLAYISMPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, open world exploration and fantasy world

In La-Mulana, the player assumes the role of an adventurer archeologist and explores the ruins of a forgotten ancient civilization. ###Plot The game follows an archeologist named Lemeza Kosugi. He continues the research of the lost city of La-Mulana that was started by his father Shorn.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Jubilee.

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

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SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 94%· 5.1KIGDB76· 5OC75· 47

Year 2019Dev doinksoft · Devolver DigitalOn PC · Xbox · Switch

✓ Both are Metroidvanias — sharing adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: cozy, relaxing feel and setting scifi

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Steam GOG Nintendo

#7Carrion

iRank85

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeHardcoreExplorationPixel 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 precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with horror tension, puzzle design and dark, oppressive atmosphere

Where it drifts furthest from Jubilee: tone.

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Steam👍 97%· 180KRAWG👍 88%· 1.7KMC88IGDB90· 12OC89· 151

Year 2018Dev Plug In DigitalPlaytime ~10hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings roguelike runs, action RPG combat and deep RPG systems

Dead Cells is a roguelike adventure title developed by Motion Twin. ###Story Not much story is present in the game, as only bits of any information are given out to the players. The game takes place at a remote island, where the players take place of the Prisoner.

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Year 2002Dev Nintendo R&D1 · Nintendo

✓ Both are Metroidvanias — sharing adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, setting scifi and loot and gear systems, while skipping punishing difficulty

Where it drifts furthest from Jubilee: progression.

It predates Jubilee by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

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Nintendo

#10Teslagrad

iRank82

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2D

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 precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, strong narrative focus and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping visual pixel

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Steam GOG PS

#11Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap

iRank83

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2D

Steam👍 85%· 2.6KIGDB82· 13OC79· 82

Year 2017Dev Lizardcube · DotEmuOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Both are Metroidvanias — sharing adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with cozy, relaxing feel and fantasy world, while skipping visual pixel

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Steam GOG Epic

#12VVVVVV

iRank85

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeHardcoreExplorationPixel Art2D

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

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

✓ Same family of Metroidvanias: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, setting scifi and fantasy world

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.

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

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Steam GOG PS

#13Ori and the Blind Forest

iRank92

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2D

Steam👍 94%· 60KIGDB88· 14OC90· 97

Year 2015Dev Moon Studios · Microsoft StudiosOn PC · Xbox · Switch

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping visual pixel

Where it drifts furthest from Jubilee: tone.

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SoloMeleeHardcoreExplorationMagic

Steam👍 97%· 18K

Year 2023Dev rittzlerPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are Metroidvanias — sharing adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, deep RPG systems and open world exploration, while skipping visual 2d

When reality feels like it's falling apart, one might retreat to a world in their dreams to escape it. Unfotunately, dreams aren't made to last. Explore a perverse image of noble living. Grow strong, and escape this rotten dream.

Where it drifts furthest from Jubilee: visuals.

Released 3 years after Jubilee.

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Steam

#15Berry

iRank99

GenreAdventureSubgenreMetroidvania

SoloMeleeExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 99%· 145

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

✓ Fits the Metroidvanias cluster, with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with cozy, relaxing feel, strong narrative focus and visual topdown, while skipping punishing difficulty

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.

Where it drifts furthest from Jubilee: tone.

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Complete list of Jubilee alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Jubilee, 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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Adventure · Metroidvania

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Adventure · Metroidvania

Raider Kid and the Ruby Chest

Adventure · Metroidvania

Metroid Dread

Adventure · Metroidvania

Axiom Verge

Adventure · Metroidvania

Metroid: Zero Mission

Adventure · Metroidvania

Iconoclasts

Adventure · Metroidvania

Owlboy

Adventure · Metroidvania

Shadow Complex

Adventure · Metroidvania

SteamWorld Dig 2

Adventure · Metroidvania

SHEEPO

Adventure · Metroidvania

Hollow Knight: Silksong

Adventure · Metroidvania

SteamWorld Dig

Adventure · Metroidvania

Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

Adventure · Metroidvania

Bad Bots

Adventure · Metroidvania

The Fall

Adventure · Metroidvania

Metroid: Samus Returns

Adventure · Metroidvania

Waking Mars

Adventure · Metroidvania

Gateways

Adventure · Metroidvania

1000 Amps

Adventure · Metroidvania

Wario Land 3

Adventure · Metroidvania

Metroid

Adventure · Metroidvania

Saira

Adventure · Metroidvania

AM2R: Return of Samus

Adventure · Metroidvania

Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance

Adventure · Metroidvania

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Adventure · Metroidvania

The Gunk

Adventure · Metroidvania

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Jubilee?: The closest game to Jubilee is The Messenger, scoring 87/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Jubilee?: The three closest games to Jubilee are: 1. The Messenger (87/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Ato (85/100, 9 shared attributes) 3. qomp (85/100, 9 shared attributes). All share Jubilee's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 43 candidates across 9 dimensions.
Is Ato similar to Jubilee?: Yes, very much so — Ato scores 85/100 similarity to Jubilee. 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 Jubilee?: The best Adventure games similar to Jubilee are The Messenger, Ato, qomp and Rogue Legacy 2. All share the Adventure genre alongside other key Jubilee attributes like adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and precision platforming.
How is similarity to Jubilee calculated?: We compare Jubilee against every game in our catalog using 9 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 Jubilee experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.