Airhead is an adventure through a sprawling interconnected world, where you must explore, evolve and overcome intricate puzzles to succeed.

You play as Airhead, a small Body and the round inflated organism it uses as a Head. And while Head is slowly but surely deflating, you have a chance to save its life.
To do so, you must use air tanks to keep Head inflated while you explore Airhead’s metroidvania-style world, searching for amazing abilities and upgrades that will unlock new areas and puzzles for you to overcome.

On your adventure, it will be up to you to uncover the true connection between Head, the air tanks, and the technology that litters the world, so you can save Head no matter the cost.

EXPLORATION
Finding your way through Airheads world is not always easy. You must brave dark caverns, ancient structures, and other mysterious locations in order to save Head.
Along the way you will find new abilities, unlocking new areas and puzzles, and if you go even farther afield, who knows what you will find in the hidden corners of the world.

PUZZLES
As you explore, you will come across numerous puzzles that use the environment, strange creatures, and old technology to challenge your logic and creativity.
The world is complex, nothing is as it seems, and you must master Airhead’s many abilities if you want to stand a chance of saving Head.

COMPANIONSHIP
Body and Head must work together to accomplish their goal, and as time passes their bond and abilities will grow. What will you do to preserve their companionship?
And when the impact of your choices become clear, are you willing to shoulder the consequences of saving a friend?

STORY
A symbiotic being, reliant on its own air source, is ripped apart by a machine of unknown origin. Incomplete, the head-like organism is left to die, as it slowly leaks air.
An unassuming Body, with an instinct to help others, witnesses the tragedy. With no thoughts to the consequences, it takes its new head’s fate on its shoulders, becoming Airhead.

Now, Airhead must rely on air tanks to keep the Head inflated, while it searches far and wide for the machine that stole Head’s air source. But that machine is only a small part of a larger whole, and Head may hold a greater place in the grand scheme than Body could have ever imagined.

A colorful action platformer with metroidvania elements and a staff that unlocks unique combat techniques and new ways to overcome obstacles. Explore beautiful worlds, fight monsters, and help Mako stop the amber storms that poison all living things.

Ario will start a journey to rescue his missing mother from a land plagued by nightmares and curses, only to find himself immersed in a battle for his life against powerful dark forces. Join him along the way as he faces plenty of challenges and hazards, fights demons and mechanic enemies, explores abrupt cliffs and meets new allies and foes in an epic journey for revenge.

Learn more about the secrets of his past, his land and the whereabouts of his mother in this vibrant 2.5D action adventure with touches of tower defense and metroidvania, where mastering the crossbow, the environment and skills will determine the fate of your people.

Astronite is a metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Recover the planet where you and yours lived before it was invaded by strange creatures.

Bionic girl Tania is assigned by her creator, Dr. Herveus to search and rescue a missing Investigation Force in the rainforest of Horace Islands where mysterious Karpas energy turns local animals and plants into aggressive mutants called “anathemorphs”.

After defeating the large mutant creature that attacked the Investigation Force, Tania discovers the centuries-old remains of the Eternity civilization deep in the rainforest and then finds the source of the abnormal energy at the site of the legendary Altar of the Eternity.

Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will embark on an adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in this darkest and desperate place though?

The long awaited sequel to Axiom Verge, Axiom Verge 2 expands on the universe with completely new characters, abilities, and gameplay.

            


In the distant future, a mad scientist and his army of darkness seek to enslave the people of Earth. Hope for all humanity rests with The Resistance, but are they enough? Enter Kei, a rookie hero who is transformed by mysterious Orb energy into BERSERK BOY!

With high-speed action and the power to defeat evil, BERSERK BOY must face off against the diabolical Dr. Genos and his army of Dark Energy minions. Can he save the world before it's too late? It's time to GO BERSERK!

“The same dream again. How many times must someone die in their sleep?” You wake up. No memory of the dreams. No identity, no idea of where you are or where you come from. You need to find out. Now.

Inspired by classic 70s and 80s sci-fi, Bioframe Outpost is a 2d sci-fi action adventure game, dedicated to exploration, experimentation, emergent gameplay and narrative. Its unique, photography-based approach to non-linear exploration and action gameplay offers a fresh take on Metroidvania gameplay.

Creatures and systems are immobilized by an alien infestation, only you can set them free. But beware; many pose a danger to yourself. Use photography to learn how they behave, and discover a hugely detailed and fascinating ecosystem. Fill your “Compendium” with vital knowledge, use it to manipulate creatures and systems in order to survive. Unlock secrets on how creatures interact, how you can pit them against each other and even how to use them as weapons or pickups.

Explore the immense universe of Nova Aurora and unleash your ingenuity and creativity to solve captivating, challenging puzzles.

Blast Brigade is a colorful 2D action-adventure that combines intense platformer gameplay with metroidvania exploration. Assemble a team of superspies and shoot your way through a tainted paradise island to take down the evil genius Dr. Cread and his army of monsters.

Original developer WayForward upgrades its 2011 classic with new voice acting by Laura Bailey and Troy Baker, sharpened visuals, and rebalanced gameplay. Run, jump, cut, and feed your way through a massive underground castle to confront Rayne’s father at the behest of the Brimstone Society.

Pineapple-radish salad is a favorite dish of the Chef named Chefy. Once again approaching the refrigerator, Chefy magically finds himself in new worlds in which he has to find the ingredients for his favorite dish!
Armed with your culinary skills and ingenuity, embark on this delicious adventure!
Collect ingredients as you make your way through dense jungles, snow-capped mountains and a viscous swamp.
Overcome 60 levels full of adventure and fun together with Chefi! Pick up unique cooking tools that will unlock superpowers for you, such as climbing walls with a sharp knife, teleportation with a frying pan and high jumps thanks to a cooking hammer!
Search and collect secret burgers at each level, with which you can unlock new items in the Chef's wardrobe.


Constance is a 2D hand-drawn action adventure featuring a paintbrush-wielding artist, striving to escape from a colorful but decaying inner-world, created by her declining mental health.

Love turns to rage and chainsaws in Cookie Cutter, a totally unique hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania. Become Cherry, a violent android on a rage-filled quest to save her creator.

Cosmic is an action-adventure game set in a multilayered universe where light and shadow dictate its metaphysical rules. As a naughty little creature, embark on an interdimensional journey across space and time to rescue your sole and best friend — your shadow.

Cosmos Bit is an old school metroidvania that will take you in an extraterrestrial world painted with the legendary Amstrad CPC's colour palette, reworked for modern devices. The game is enjoyable for both veterans and newbies of this genre!

Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto- a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworlds janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Curse of the Sea Rats is a ‘ratoidvania’ platform adventure with lovingly crafted, hand-drawn animations. Embark on the epic journey of four prisoners of the British empire, transformed into rats by the notorious pirate witch, Flora Burn. To regain their human bodies, they will have to fight dangerous bosses, uncover the secrets of the vast Irish coast, and ultimately capture the witch who cursed them.

Dark Light is a Sci-fi 2D action-platformer, metroidvania, souls-like inspired game. Explore apocalypse cyberpunk world full of supernatural beings. Encounter and defeat creatures of darkness which are invisible to the naked eye, detected only with the light source of your drone.

Dead Cells is a rogue-lite, metroidvania action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

In Death, Soul & Robots you play as a charming little kitty on a quest to find the soul of Planet 42 and save Earth from destruction. Battle unique enemies, solve challenging puzzles and explore various levels on your way to your goal.
The game features six large biomes, seven types of weapons, lots of different quests and 10+ characters, each with their own story. You'll also have to defeat six powerful bosses, each requiring a lot of effort to beat.
You'll come across various characters that'll amaze you with their stories. By the end of the game, you'll need to solve an ethical dilemma that'll affect the ending.
Death, Soul & Robots is an exciting adventure with engaging gameplay. Buckle up and get ready to save the Earth?

Join Mickey & Friends on a quest to explore the mysterious island of Monoth and recover three mystical books to save the world from disaster!

Play as Mickey & Friends
Choose your favorite character and unlock special abilities as you perform high-flying platforming feats, solve fun puzzles, and take on epic boss battles.

Reveal the mysteries of Disney Illusion Island
Run, swim, swing, and jump your way through a beautiful yet mysterious island and discover rich biomes, intriguing characters, and hidden secrets.

Fun with friends in 4-player co-op
Play solo or grab up to three friends to save the island of Monoth in 4-player couch co-op. Team up with friends and utilize unique skills such as Rope Drop, Leap Frog, and a heart gifting hug.

Be a part of an authentic Mickey cartoon
Experience a brand-new Mickey & Friends adventure with hand-drawn animation, an orchestrated original score and authentic voice talents.

A 2d action-packed roguelike about an ape protecting the jungle from the rise of a corruptive power. Explore ever-changing dungeons, fight weird enemies and gear up with lots of weapons and relics you can combine for a new experience every run. Explore, fight, die, and repeat!

Join Ebenezer Scrooge and a team of spectral allies as they battle to save London from the clutches of the wealthy industrialist, Caspar Malthus, and his militant Private Guard. With each Ghost lending their unique abilities, explore the dark corners of London and uncover the sinister influence of the Dark Spirit and an army of Unrepentant Ghosts. Will you have the courage to confront Caspar and stop his malevolent plans before it is too late?

Time is your greatest resource and secrets are your only upgrades. Master an unraveling time loop in this knowledge-based Metroidvania. As the last Weaver, exploit time-altering anomalies and use what you learn to break the cycle. Explore what remains. Uncover the mystery. Perfect the loop.

Best PS5 Metroidvania Games

Airhead

Akatori

Ario

Astronite

AWAKEN: Astral Blade

Axiom Verge 2

Berserk Boy

Bioframe: Outpost

BIOMORPH

Blast Brigade vs. the Evil Legion of Dr. Cread

BloodRayne Betrayal: Fresh Bites

Chefy-Chef

Constance

Cookie Cutter

Cosmic: A Journey Among Shadows

Cosmos Bit

Crypt Custodian

Curse of the Sea Rats

Dark Light

Dead Cells

Death, Soul & Robots

Disney Illusion Island

Dunjungle

Ebenezer and The Invisible World

Echo Weaver