Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

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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.

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We filtered the 48 games similar to Shantae and the Pirate's Curse down to the 15 that fit the “PlayStation” category. ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and Chasm top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

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Within the “PlayStation” category, the closest game to Shantae and the Pirate's Curse is ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist — scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and Chasm follow close behind.

#1ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist79 #2Castlevania: Symphony of the Night77 #3Chasm76 #4Dust: An Elysian Tail74 #5STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜73

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The best games like Shantae and the Pirate's Curse on PlayStation

15 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Shantae and the Pirate's Curse. Each one has been evaluated across 12 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.

#1ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the MistClosest overall match

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ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeCozyAnimeExploration2D

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

Year 2025Dev Live Wire · Binary Haze InteractivePlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, dark, oppressive atmosphere and punishing difficulty, while skipping combat magic

STORYSet in the Land of Fumes, this prosperous magical superpower is home to vast quantities of magical resources lurking underneath the surface. In hopes of advancing their kingdom's development, artificial life forms known as Homunculi came into being.

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: tone.

Released 11 years after Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

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#2Castlevania: Symphony of the NightClosest on combat

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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicMeleeExploration2DPixel Art

IGDB92· 3

Year 1997Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo · KonamiOn PlayStation 3

✓ Like Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, open world exploration and horror setting, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: tone and setting.

It predates Shantae and the Pirate's Curse by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Progression56Tone0

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Chasm

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 73%· 2.7KIGDB70· 8OC72· 39

Year 2018Dev Bit Kid, Inc.On PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, expect deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with roguelike runs, procedural generation and fantasy world, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

Released 4 years after Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

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#4Dust: An Elysian TailClosest on setting

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Dust: An Elysian Tail

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeAnimeExploration2D

Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7

Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, fighting mechanics and strong narrative focus, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Dust: an Elysian Tale is an action role-playing game with metroidvania elements set in an imaginary world called Falana. Dust, the main character, with his sentient sword called Blade of Ahrah and guardian Fidget explores the “2D” side-scrolled environments.

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: tone.

Genre100Game mode100Progression73Combat68Setting64Visuals64

#5STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeExploration2DSci-Fi

Steam👍 81%· 4.2KRAWG👍 54%· 333MC78IGDB78· 16OC77· 62

Year 2012Dev Capcom · SEGAPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, setting scifi and setting cyberpunk, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Strider is a platforming hack and slash game developed by Double Helix Games. The game is a reboot of 1989 title, yet the developers didn't intend the game to be viewed as one. The title retells the original game's story.

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: setting.

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#6NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

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NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Solo2DPixel Art

Steam👍 93%· 2.5KRAWG👍 90%· 20IGDB86· 7OC86· 131

Year 2025Dev The Game Kitchen · DotEmuPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

Released 11 years after Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

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#7Forgotton Anne

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Forgotton Anne

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeAnime2DNarrative

Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65

Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, strong narrative focus and vibe casual, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: tone.

Released 4 years after Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals66Combat62Setting52Tone0

#8Alex Kidd in Miracle World

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Alex Kidd in Miracle World

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DFantasy

Year 1986Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3

✓ If you enjoyed Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat and fantasy world, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: setting.

It predates Shantae and the Pirate's Curse by 28 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals63Combat57Setting0

#9Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

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Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DStealthRanged

Steam👍 74%· 3.8KIGDB70· 8OC67· 53

Year 2015Dev Climax Studios · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Like Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: stealth mechanics, ranged combat and historical setting, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: setting and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals64Combat31Setting0

#10The Revenge of Shinobi

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The Revenge of Shinobi

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

Year 1989Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

✓ Shared with Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

It predates Shantae and the Pirate's Curse by 25 years, with what that implies technically.

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#11BloodRayne (Legacy)

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BloodRayne (Legacy)

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeAnime2DDark

Steam👍 60%· 928RAWG👍 34%· 40MC68IGDB65· 3

Year 2011Dev Abstraction Games · Majesco EntertainmentPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

The original video game femme fatale, Rayne, has returned to battle and feed in a brand new hack ‘n slash adventure. Slay ghastly enemies as Rayne, the sexy dhampir with superhuman strength, speed, and agility, recruited by the vampire hunting Brimstone Society for one last mission.

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: tone and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

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#12SteamWorld Heist

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SteamWorld Heist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DTacticalSci-Fi

Steam👍 94%· 6.2KIGDB88· 12OC86· 63

Year 2015Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, combat tactical and setting scifi, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: setting and combat.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals64Combat47Setting0

#13KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

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KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

RAWG👍 84%· 44MC83

Year 2000Dev AtlusOn PS

✓ Shared with Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: deep RPG systems, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, while skipping precision platforming

What is reality...? Reality is just a series of events and players acting out what you believe is real. When we accept that fact, then our world becomes “reality.” Enter Maya Amano, an up-and-coming editor for a popular teen magazine. This has been her dream for as long as she can remember.

It predates Shantae and the Pirate's Curse by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Dragon's Crown

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Dragon's Crown

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicMelee2DPixel Art

IGDB81· 11

Year 2013Dev Vanillaware · Nippon Ichi SoftwareOn PlayStation 3

✓ If you enjoyed Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, expect deep RPG systems, combat magic and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, ranged combat and fantasy world, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: setting.

Genre100Visuals100Combat78Game mode55Setting0

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Comix Zone

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeMagic2DHardcore

Steam👍 94%· 18

Year 1995Dev Sega Technical Institute · Tec ToyOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

✓ Like Shantae and the Pirate's Curse, it's known for deep RPG systems, melee combat and combat magic

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, puzzle design and fighting mechanics, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Shantae and the Pirate's Curse: tone and setting.

It predates Shantae and the Pirate's Curse by 19 years, with what that implies technically.

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